Participating in an SYT Production
Participating in an SYT Production: What to Expect
Congratulations—you're cast! Now the real adventure begins. Here's everything you need to know about being part of an SYT production.
Activity Fee: $25 - There's a $25 activity fee to participate, which helps us provide meals for the cast during production week (because nobody performs well on an empty stomach!). Financial assistance is available—scholarships are offered for the activity fee, so don't let cost be a barrier. We want you here!
Rehearsal Schedule: Building Something Amazing Together
Most productions rehearse for 6-8 weeks (plays typically 6 weeks, musicals 8 weeks). It's an intensive but incredibly rewarding process where you'll watch a script transform into a full production!
Typical Schedule:
Monday-Friday: 5:30-7:30pm
Occasional weekends: Some directors schedule Saturday or Sunday rehearsals, but you'll get a weekday off that same week to keep your total at 5 rehearsal days
Role-specific calls: Depending on your part, you may not be called to every rehearsal—we respect your time!
Check the Audition Notice for each show for specific potential rehearsal dates. Schedules may vary by director, so plan accordingly.
Conflicts: Honesty is Everything
Life happens, and we get it! Conflicts are allowed up until two weeks before opening night. Here's what you need to know:
Bring your complete schedule to auditions and list every potential conflict on your audition form
Conflicts cannot be added after casting—directors build the entire rehearsal schedule around what you provide
Conflicts do factor into casting decisions, so thoroughness now helps everyone succeed
Adding conflicts after rehearsals begin may result in reduced performance opportunities or removal from the production
We're not trying to be strict—we're trying to be fair to the entire cast and create the best show possible. Accurate conflict reporting helps us plan effectively!
Tech Week: Crunch Time!
Tech week is when everything comes together—lights, sound, costumes, sets, and full run-throughs. It's exhausting and exhilarating! Tech week typically runs Saturday through Wednesday before school shows begin.
Required Attendance:
Saturday: 12:00pm-7:00pm
Sunday: 1:00pm-9:00pm
Monday-Wednesday: 4:30pm-9:30pm
This is when the magic happens, so full attendance is essential. Plan ahead!
School Shows: Sharing Theatre with Your Peers
Every SYT production includes two school-time performances during school hours. If cast, you'll need to miss school for these performance days—but you'll be bringing live theatre to hundreds of students, which is pretty amazing! We provide documentation for your school if needed.