AUDITION NOTICE
OYES Performance Company
PERFORMERS AGE 14-19
Alice By Heart
Auditions for Alice By Heart will be open to performers age 14-19. This production will be cast by audition only, and callbacks will be included. Younger performers may request to audition. Admission at the discretion of the director.
Not all who audition will be cast in the show. Industry standard audition process will apply. Free Educational Audition Workshop provided.
If cast in the production, tuition fees will apply.
ABOUT
Show: Alice By Heart
Book by Steven Sater & Jessie Nelson
Music by Duncan Sheik
Lyrics by Steven Sater
MTI Rating: PG-13
A young girl takes refuge in a London Tube station during WWII and confronts grief, loss, and love with the help of her favorite book, Alice's Adventures in Wonderland.
From the Tony® and Grammy® award-winning creators of Spring Awakening, Steven Sater and Duncan Sheik, and co-written by Jessie Nelson (Waitress), Alice by Heart is a touching musical inspired by Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland.
In the rubble of the London Blitz of World War II, Alice Spencer’s budding teen life is turned upside down, and she and her dear friend Alfred are forced to take shelter in an underground tube station. When the ailing Alfred is quarantined, Alice encourages him to escape with her into their cherished book and journey down the rabbit hole to Wonderland.
As they travel through the tale, Alice by Heart explores the poignancy of first love, coming to terms with loss, and finding the courage to move forward. This world premiere musical encourages us all to celebrate the transformational power of the imagination, even in the harshest of times.
Audition Workshop [FREE]
Open to the public and to anyone planning to audition for Alice By Heart.
For performers ages 12–19
Friday, Dec 5 • 4:00–5:30pm
-OR-
Saturday, Dec 6 • 4:00–5:30pm
About the Workshop
This is an optional educational resource, and not required for auditions.
Industry-standard audition format will be used for both the Performance Company and Alice By Heart.
What We’ll Cover:
Slate
What to expect at auditions
Preparing sheet music
Audition etiquette
Auditions
Friday, Dec 12 • 3pm-5:30pm - By appointment
Saturday, Dec 13 • 3pm-7pm - By appointment
CALLBACKS
Monday, Dec 15 • 5pm-8pm
All who audition will be called.
Be ready for:
Dance Call (learn and present choreography)
Reading Sides
Chemistry Reads (reading sides with other actors)
Please note that during callbacks, actors may be released at any time, depending on the characters they are called for.
Please prepare FOR YOUR AUDITION:
A 1-minute monologue that carries themes from the show or role you are auditioning for. Please don’t use anything from Alice By Heart.
A 1-minute cut of a pop-rock or folk-rock song. It can be from a musical, but it is not required.
There will be a pianist present, so you will need to bring sheet music of your song with marked start and stop points.
Please bring a headshot (a current photo chest up) and a resumé ( a list of any dance, acting, and singing experience, including classes, awards, programs, performances, and special skills)
Complete Audition Form (online form link will be provided)
Sides (short selections from the script used for auditions) will be posted on this webpage closer to the audition dates.
LOCATION: 414 E. Ojai Avenue, Ojai, CA 93023
QUESTIONS: Email Naomi Santoyo, Stage Manager - naomi@oyespresents.org
SELF TAPE
If you cannot attend any audition day but would still like to be considered, a self-tape option will be available. Email naomi@oyespresents.org for self tape instructions.
*All who audition will be required to attend CALLBACKS including self-tape auditions. If you cannot attend callbacks, please provide a reason.
Performance Company Casting Process
AUDITIONS
Actors audition to be considered for placement in the Performance Company cast of Alice By Heart.
SELECTION NOTIFICATION (Dec 20)
Actors will receive an email indicating whether they have been invited to join the Performance Company, along with a link to complete registration for Alice By Heart production.
REGISTRATION (DEADLINE: Friday, Jan 3)
Actors invited to the Performance Company must confirm their spot by completing registration.
CASTING ANNOUNCED (Sunday, Jan 4)
Roles* will be announced and the cast list will be emailed.
CAST PRODUCTION MEETING (Monday, Jan 5)
Actors are called to the first production meeting to receive scripts and music, Artistic overview, and meet the creative team.
*All Performance Company members will be cast in acting and singing roles; no non-speaking or dance-only ensemble tracks will be assigned in this production.
PRODUCTION SCHEDULE
startING in January
Saturdays (music only)
9am-12pm
Dates: Jan 10, 17, 24, 31, Feb 7, 14
FEB 23-MAY 30
Off Book Deadline (first rehearsal): Feb 23
Mondays, Wednesdays
4pm-8:00pm
Some actors will be called to bonus rehearsals on select Thursdays and Fridays
Saturdays
9am-12-pm
Actors not called will be notified in advance.
Tech & Shows
April 6-11: Pre-tech Intensive Week • Mon-Fri, 4pm-8pm
April 13-18: Tech Rehearsals • Mon-Fri, 3:30pm-8:30pm
April 20-22: Dress Rehearsals • Mon-Thu, 4pm-8pm
April: 24-25: Shows (Thu 7pm (preview), Fri 7pm, Sat 2pm+7pm, Sun 2pm)
April 30: Pick-Up Rehearsal
May 1-3: Shows (Fri, Sat, Sun)
EDUCATIONAL COMPONENT
Actors receive training in Laban Efforts, Viewpoints, Vocal Production, and Character Development.
TUITION
$775 - $1,275 (sliding scale, payment plans and scholarships available)
Auditioning performers will be notified of their acceptance by Dec 18
Registration is due by December 31
Role announcements by January 5
Base Tuition – $775
Inclusive rate to keep the program accessible.
Supportive Tuition – $975
Recommended for participants who are able to pay full cost.
Helps sustain high-quality productions with professional staff, costumes, sets, and technical resources.
Sustainer Tuition – $1,275
For families who wish to go above and beyond, covering not only their student but also supporting scholarships for others.
Includes special recognition in the program/playbill.
Payment OPTIONS
Pay in Full – One-time payment at registration.
Payment Plan (deposit required, auto-billed on due dates):
2 Payments – 50% 1st installment at registration, 1 remaining installment (Feb 7, 2026)
3 Payments – 35% 1st installment at registration, 2 remaining installments (Feb 7, 2026, Mar 7, 2026)
4 Payments – 35% 1st installment at registration, 3 remaining installments (Jan 7, Feb 7, 2026, Mar 7, 2026). A $10 payment plan fee applies.
Scholarships
OYES is committed to making theater accessible to all youth. We offer partial scholarships, made possible through individual sponsors, ongoing fundraising and grants.
Because scholarship funds are limited, we encourage families to consider our payment plan options before applying.
Deadline to apply: December 31
APPLY NOW [CLICK HERE]
No student is turned away. We encourage all families in need to apply.
DISCOUNTS
Sibling Discount: 10% – when two or more siblings are registered for the same program, or for programs taking place in the same semester. Applicable to all registered siblings in the same program/semester. Email admin@oyespresents.org
