Please find below a timetable for 2012. You will notice that no audition is needed for any of our beginner classes such as IPA or creative nor for any SPEECH AND DRAMA STUDIO CLASS. As all of our other classes work towards several major performances, a high level of commitment and discipline is essential. For this reason, we ask that new students and their parents attend our Registration and Interview afternoon on January 24th at the Buderim Memorial Hall. We certainly expect that many people may be new to drama or musical theatre and that even some high school aged children might not have a lot of stage experience. Don't worry, BYTES is about learning through experiencing the joys of theatre and you will no doubt learn, not only from our great teachers, but from our more experienced performers as well. What we insist on now is that, once you have decided to be a part of our company, you must do so whole heartedly; ready to commit; ready to learn and eager to be a part of our productions. We look forward to meeting our new students on the 24th. Please feel free to ring 54458768 or email drama@bytesyouththeatre.com with any questions.
MONDAY
3.30 - 4.30pm IPA
3.30 - 4.30pm THE DRAMA STUDIO ( speech and drama technique class for high school)
4.30 - 5.30pm JUNIOR JAZZ and STAGE ( Grades 3, 4, 5)
SENIOR PRINCIPAL PERFORMERS ( students who do Senior Acting Extension/masterclass plus Senior Extension/Masterclass Musical any combination)-$300
JUNIOR PRINCIPAL PERFORMERS( Students who do juniorActing Extension or Middle School Master Class plus Musical Theatre COMBO- $250
* SENIOR AND JUNIOR PRINCIPAL PERFORMERS ALSO RECEIVE A $20 reduction off DANCE AND THE STAGE CLASSES.
REGISTRATION FEE OF $35 Individual $55 Family is required upon registering for BYTES.
This is a fee which is paid once a year to cover scripts, music, rights, royalties, insurance and administration.
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
What if I am unsure about which class to choose?
Call Robyn on 5445 8768 or email drama@bytesyouththeatre.com to discuss your options.
What if I sign my child up for the wrong class. Can I change?
Certainly. With so many different classes, there is a lot of choice and classes are very different. The first few weeks can see some children move to the class most suitable for them.
What does my child wear to class? Is there a uniform?
There is not a set uniform, but we would like children to wear appropriate clothing and footwear to class. Younger children should wear comfortable clothing that they can move in, and all dance/musical students should be encouraged to acquire appropriate jazz shoes (neutral)
Master class students should wear appropriate movement wear including neutral jazz shoe. It is best if children change out of their school uniform. No thongs are permitted.
What are the costume costs for performances?
BYTE tries to keep costs to a minimum and uses a variety of means. We hire costumes for some shows or have them made specifically. The hire fee for a musical could be between $20-$50 depending on the number of items. Sometimes children find their own. We make every effort to recycle. All students should BUY their own shoes for performance and rehearsal. A simple black character shoe and a neutral jazz shoe are versatile for musical and acting girls as they can be used for a variety of eras. Musical female students will find a natural body suit with clear straps most useful. Senior boys will find black leather dress shoes essential and a pair of black dress pants useful. Junior students need only invest in in neutral jazz shoes. DRAGONFLY DANCE WEAR stocks all required shoes, etc.
