Ready to launch your New York career?Now accepting applications for the Summer Practicum
If you want to meet the Broadway professionals who will take your career to the next level, apply for the CAP21 Industry Practicum & New York City Showcase. Take the final step towards a transition into a life-long professional career.
The CAP21 Industry Practicum &
New York musical theater Showcase
Creating Life-Changing Relationships with Major Industry Professionals
In order to have a life-long career in the musical theatre industry, actors must establish long-term relationships with prominent professionals in New York. The CAP21 Industry Practicum introduces you to these professionals.
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"We were given an opportunity that most people starting out in the theater industry could only dream of. We were able to create relationships with leading casting directors and agents week in and week out, while continuing to stay true to our craft with the fantastic training that CAP21 continued to provide us. As an artist who loves process and technique, I was extremely grateful for this practicum because while it was heavily business oriented, there was still a huge emphasis placed on not losing your individual artistry."
Azudi Onyejekwe Practicum 2010 "Aqwe" in ONCE ON THIS ISLAND, Courtland Repertory Theater |
Work on current Broadway call-back material coached by Broadway casting directors.
Meet prominent industry professionals working on our faculty. Recent faculty and guest artists include: Andrew Lippa, Michael John LaChiusa, Jarry Zaks, Malcolm Gets, Frank Wildhorn, Joanna Merlin, Sara Schatz (Binder Casting), Rachel Hoffman (Telsey & Company), Kate Boka (Jim Carnahan Casting), Eric Woodall (Tara Rubin Casting), etc. *Due to individual faculty schedules, we cannot guarantee specific faculty members or guest artists.
Develop your own personal marketing plan. You will plot the path for the progression of your career, discover the tools needed for your individual career development, and leave with a strategy to set personal business goals.
Perform in a major Industry Showcase presented at the end of the program to top-notch New York talent agents, managers, casting directors and industry professionals.
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"The CAP21 Industry Practicum allowed me to fully transition from a student to a young professional artist. The faculty at CAP21& provided me with the training and connections I needed to prepare me for the real world& I was able to sign with an agency that was perfect for me and soon I will make my Broadway debut as Sophie in "Mamma Mia."
Alyse Alan Louis Practicum 2009 Currently on Broadway, playing Sophie in MAMMA MIA. |
The CAP21 Industry Practicum is a three month training program of musical theater audition courses and master classes taught by Broadway casting directors, composers, lyricists, directors, producers, agents, and other major industry professionals. Over the course of 3 months during the summer, you will take classes in small groups and private one-on-one lessons and receive individual assessment and attention. The program offers dynamic and demanding audition training experience, specializing in musical theatre. Working Broadway professionals will guide you to explore the rigors, challenges, and many facets of audition technique, giving you the skills to get cast professionally.
The Practicum culminates in an industry showcase, where you will perform for New York talent agents, managers and casting directors.
When is the CAP21 New York Industry Practicum?
The next Practicum begins June 1st, 2010 and runs through September 17th, 2010. You will have courses on a part-time schedule. At the end of the training program, you will have intensive rehearsals for the prestigious Industry Showcase, where each actor will be featured in both solo work and group numbers.
We believe that relationships are not built overnight. It takes multiple meetings and a series of experiences with a professional to create a lasting impression. Compared to other short 2 week training intensives, the 3 month Industry Practicum at CAP21 is dedicated to a progression of learning, with classes taught by the Broadway casting directors, composers and directors who will audition you for their professional productions.
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"The CAP Industry Practicum was an amazing experience and a perfect bridge between training and the real world for me. I met my current agent, Jed Abrahams, in the practicum.
We were able to develop a professional relationship through several sessions together and before the semester was done, I ended up signing with his agency. This allowed me to begin auditioning right away, and I was fortunate enough to be cast in MAMMA MIA! right after my graduation." Liana Hunt Practicum 2009 Sophie, MAMMA MIA! National Tour |
The CAP21 Industry Practicum is a three-month program for actors with professional credits or strong conservatory-level training. Admission into the program is by audition only.
How much does it cost?
The CAP21 Industry Practicum is $6,000, which covers the entire summer of courses and the showcase. Work-study scholarships are available (see below).
How do I apply for the CAP21 New York Industry Practicum?
You must mail in an application. Applications will not be considered complete until all information is received by CAP21. When all materials are received, you will be contacted for a telephone interview and to set a date for a live audition.
See below for more in-depth information about the applications, audition process, course descriptions and faculty.
Program Outline
Course Descriptions
Course Listing
Application Process
Auditions
Scholarship Info
Financial Need Scholarship Form
Recommendation Form
To schedule an audition please contact Vernon Goodman at [email protected]
CAP21 has an impressive track record, with recent graduates currently on Broadway, in National Tours and major productions around the world. Read what some of them have to say about the Cap21 Industry Practicum & New York Showcase:
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"I think the weekly casting director sessions were invaluable...I had a comfort level in the audition room that would've taken years of auditioning to achieve. I knew the faces behind the table, and I already had a history with them...
My relationship with Joy (Joy Dewing, Dave Clemmons Casting) from our Monday Nights definitely landed me my first out of school job, "Dear Edwina". And getting an agent right away brought me into rooms it would've taken a long time otherwise to get into..." -Jacob Richard Practicum 2009 DEAR EDWINA |
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"I can't imagine entering this industry WITHOUT having done the CAP21 Industry Practicum! I walked into the program not quite sure of who I was and the roles I should be playing, and I left knowing exactly how I fit into this industry."
-Rachael Ferrera Cain Practicum 2008 Sara, RAGTIME |
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"The Practicum at CAP21 gave me the chance to introduce myself to many important New York theatre professionals. As a senior about to graduate college in an already unpredictable business, this program was the most helpful and beneficial thing I have done to forward my career. And the showcase was a perfect way to leave and go out into the world with confidence and hope."
-Chris Chianesi Practicum 2008 |
For past Industry Showcase Contact Info:
Industry Showcase Winter 09
Industry Showcase Spring 09
Alumni
Past Productions
Faculty
Program Outline
| Length of Program: |
9 weeks audition training and Master Classes/ 6 weeks rehearsal and showcase Performances Summer 2011: June 2 - September 16 |
| Classes: |
16 hours per week of classes. See course descriptions for information about each class.
Monday 6-10pm Tuesday 2-6pm, 6-10pm Thursday 2-6pm, 6-10pm (this schedule does not currently include the business class) |
Showcase Rehearsal and Performance Schedule: Evening and weekend rehearsals begin August 4th and often are flexible. Mandatory rehearsals evenings and weekends for the first 2 weeks of September. Showcase Performances will be the week of September 12th.
Course Descriptions
The Cap21 Industry Practicum & NY Showcase:
- Provides artistic guidance, individual faculty advisement, regular feedback from industry professionals, and a fertile growth environment which allows our students to hone their audition skills and define their niche in the musical theater industry.
- Gives the actors the opportunity to develop their craft and audition technique and build a solid repertoire of audition material not only in their regular classes with expert faculty members but also in a variety of professional mock auditions and Master Classes.
- Introduces the actors to leading artists and industry professionals who are currently working in the musical theater industry in New York, and actively cultivates the development of long-term business relationships with these working professionals.
Course Listing
Note: Subject to change at the discretion of CAP21
- 9 weeks -
| Acting Audition Technique | 4 hrs/wk |
| Master Classes | 3 hrs/wk |
| Business of Musical Theater | 2 hrs/wk |
| Vocal Audition Technique | 4 hrs/wk |
| Vocal Coaching | 45 minutes/wk |
| Showcase Material Class | 3 hrs/wk |
| Individual Advisement | 3 hrs TOTAL for the summer |
| TOTAL: 9 weeks of class | TOTAL: Approx. 17 hrs/wk of class |
- 6 weeks -
| Master Classes | 3 hrs/wk |
| Solo Showcase Coaching | 1 hrs/wk |
| Duet Showcase Coaching | 1 hrs/wk |
| Full Company Rehearsals | 12 hrs/wk |
| TOTAL: 6 weeks of class | TOTAL: 17 hrs/wk of class |
| 2 weeks of Tech & Production | Approx. 40 hours week during tech and production weeks |
Application Process
Application Process for the CAP21 Industry Practicum & New York Showcase
Applications will be processed and reviewed starting November 2010. Applications will not be considered complete until all information is received by CAP21. When all materials are received, you will be contacted for a telephone interview and to set a date for a live audition. (See Auditions)
CAP21 reserves the right to refuse applicants to maintain a high level of professional training.
The steps of the application process include:
- Submit application at any time
- Applications reviewed starting November 2010
- Auditions held throughout the spring until sections are filled
- Notification of acceptance within 30 days of your audition
- Actor confirms their acceptance within 30 days of their acceptance notice
- Tuition deposit due by April 1, 2011 or within 30 days of acceptance
- Remainder of tuition due May 1, 2011 (payment plans available)
- Classes begin in June 2011
Applicants need to send in the following paperwork:
- Application form (application form pdf)
- Headshot (8x10 black and white or color photo)
- Resume (including description of conservatory-level training and/or professional experience)
- 2 letters of recommendation (recommendation form pdf)
- Application and audition fee of $100 (non-refundable) payable by check, money order, or credit card
- College Transcript
Applicants need to send in the following paperwork:
CAP21
Attn: Industry Practicum
18 W. 18th Street, 6th floor
New York, NY 10011
Electronic submissions should be sent to: [email protected] Industry Practicum Application must be listed in the subject heading.
Auditions
Auditions in New York City
If you live within 500 miles of NYC, we would like to see you audition in person. Auditions will be held throughout the spring and summer at CAP21 studios. CAP21 is located at 18 West 18th Street in New York City between 5th and 6th Ave. Take the elevator to the 6th floor and the receptionist will direct you to the sign in area. At the audition you will be asked to sing and present a monologue. You may choose to present a short dance selection; a CD player will be available for your dance accompaniment.
Please arrive at least 15 min. before your scheduled audition to sign in and get your dance card. There will be one room designated for a vocal warm-up area. Please arrive warmed up since you will share this space with the other auditioners. After your audition, we will let you know if you need to come back later in the day for a call back.
Audition Material
Songs: The two songs should be contrasting in acting choices and vocal style. At least some portion of the songs should demonstrate a legit musical theatre sound. If your songs do not satisfactorily demonstrate a legit sound, the audition panel will vocalize you to determine your range and skill level of your head voice. Songs should be no longer than 2 minutes each. Prepare a 30 second cut of each song in case the audition panel asks for a shortened version. An accompanist will be provided.
Monologue: The monologue should demonstrate your acting skills. Choose material that is age appropriate, from a role that would be appropriate for your type, and shows your strengths as an actor. Acting choices in the material should contrast your acting work in the songs. The monologue should be 2 minutes or less.
Auditions Dates
After your phone interview, we will schedule an audition date and time for you. Auditions will be scheduled throughout the spring and summer until all spaces are filled.
Electronic Audition
Those applicants living more than 500 miles from New York City (international applicants) may choose to audition electronically. To audition electronically, submit the paperwork listed above (application, recommendations, headshot, resume, transcript) and a DVD with the following:
- A verbal answer to the following questions:
- Describe your performance experience or training (acting, singing, dancing).
- Why are you applying for this training program?
- Why we should accept you into the program?
- 2 songs and a monologue (see the section Audition Material for types of songs and monologues).
Acceptance
- Acceptance notices sent within 30 days of your audition.
- Your written notice of acceptance is due within 30 days. Your acceptance may be sent via email to Vernon Goodman at [email protected].
- Classes begin in June 2010.
- Tuition for the program is $6,000.
- A non-refundable down payment of $1,000 will confirm your place.
- The rest of your summer tuition ($5,000.00) is due in full by May 1, 2010 or within 30 days of your acceptance. Payment plans are available.
- Work-study scholarships are available (see work-study application).
Students who withdraw from the program...
...30 days prior to the start of the semester receive a 75% refund.
...during the first week of classes receive a 50% refund.
...during the second week of classes receive a 25% refund.
There are no refunds after the second week of classes.
Scholarships
We are very pleased to offer work-study scholarships for the CAP21 Industry Practicum and New York Showcase. CAP21 has designed an amazing program and we understand that the cost may be prohibitive for some actors. Two types of scholarships are available: Merit and Financial Need. Merit Scholarships will be awarded to those actors who demonstrate exceptional performance in Acting, Voice or Dance (via audition). Financial Need Scholarships will be awarded to those students who demonstrate financial need.
ALL scholarship recipients will be asked to perform work-study duties in exchange for their tuition dollars. Work-study scholarship duties will be up to 7 hours/ week.
CAP21 is applying for accreditation in 2012. We regret that we cannot offer financial aid (grants, loans, etc.) to attend the Industry Practicum until we are accredited.
Housing
Upon acceptance into the program, CAP21 will make suggestions for housing. Student housing is not available through CAP21. Actors will need to secure their own housing using one of the local companies dedicated to finding students housing or secure housing through your own means.
Semester Schedule
Orientation and Placements: June 2nd
Classes begin June 7th
Showcase Rehearsals begin August 6th
Tech weeks with full-time rehearsal schedule: August 29th - September 12th
Showcase Performances: TBD
End of Program: September 16th.
Faculty Members
A list of CAP21 faculty members is on our website. Our faculty is made up of the finest teachers and performers in the musical theatre industry. Since many of our faculty members are working theatrical professionals, teachers for specific classes will be announced at the beginning of each semester and no faculty member can be guaranteed.
Former Master Classes have been taught by industry professionals such as Michael John LaChiusa, Malcolm Gets, Andrew Lippa, Judy Kuhn, Lonny Price, Joanna Merlin, Jerry Zaks and Frank Wildhorn. Master classes with casting directors and talent agents have been taught by representatives from major offices including: Dave Clemmons from Dave Clemmons Casting, Paul Hardt from Stuart Howard Casting, Carrie Gardner from Jim Carnahan Casting, Rachel Hoffman from Telsey & Company, Eric Woodall from Tara Rubin Casting, Sara Schatz from Jay Binder Casting, David Krasner from The Talent Mine, David Cash from Henderson/ Hogan, Jed Abrahams from Talent House.