Cast Member Contributions

The fee to participate in SAF is $575 ($525 for West Hartford residents).

This amount includes:

• Program registration
• An SAF Shrek: The Musical 2020 T-Shirt
• A performance DVD
• Exciting workshops with guest artists
• Costumes and Performance materials
• ​Cast Party
• and more!​

Any participant who can commit to WHSAF by Wednesday, April 15th, and submits a $200 deposit will receive a $100 discount off of registration.  

Rehearsal Schedule

Rehearsals will begin for the full company on Monday, June 22nd. Certain cast members may be called for rehearsal the week before.

​Rehearsals run M-F, 6-10pm until we open. Some weekend rehearsals will also be required.

Payment Schedule & Deadlines

​A registration fee of $200 is due at the first rehearsal.

A second payment of the balance is due on Monday, July 13th.​

​Cast members can fundraise by seeking program sponsorships to offset this second payment.

Special Circumstances

1. Families with multiple participating students will be eligible for a 10% discount (can be combined with the above discount)
   
2. Scholarships may be available on a need basis. Contact us at westhartfordsaf@gmail.com for details prior to April 15th. 

Internships 2020

Students looking for a more in-depth educational experience can apply for internship positions on our team. Requirements are as follows:

1. Students must be entering college or older (unless otherwise indicated), and majoring or minoring in a theater, music, or dance related subject.
2. Only returning cast members are eligible. 
3. Performance interns must also be in the cast, technical interns must also be on the crew.

FAQ

Who is eligible to audition?

All performers in the Greater Hartford area, entering grade 9 through age 25, are eligible to audition.

What do I prepare?

​Please see our Auditions page.

How much does it cost to audition?

There is no fee to audition, so go ahead and sign up! 

I am going on vacation for a couple of days during the rehearsal schedule. Should I even bother to audition?

Yes. As part of the audition process you will be asked to fill out and submit a conflict calendar. The creative team will be able to make an informed decision on your casting based on your conflicts.

I'd like to be in the orchestra.  How do I audition?

If you are interested in auditioning for our orchestra, email us at westhartfordsaf@gmail.com. 

Note: There is no fee to participate in orchestra. Orchestra members can choose to purchase a show t-shirt, DVD, etc and can attend the cast party for additional fees.  

I am more interested in the technical aspects of the show – building sets, painting, costumes, etc. Who should I contact?

You can email your questions to the SAF team, including Artistic Director Sara Avery and Festival Managers Tyler Lauretti and Mary Joerg, at westharfordsaf@gmail.com.

Note: There is a $50 fee to participate in crew, which covers a show tshirt, cast party, and registration.