We are pleased to announce that our Halsey Audition Coaching Workshops will be starting very soon. These workshops are designed to assist any 8/9th grade student with their audition to a performing arts high school or performing arts program in a high school. Please review the information below and click on the link that you are interested in attending. Fill in all information on the google form before you click submit. This must Be done through a student email.
Theater
The Monologue/Audition Coaching Workshop is geared to prepare 8th& 9th grade students for the upcoming Performing Arts High School Auditions. Students will receive guidance in selecting and rehearsing 2 contrasting monologues, through 1 on 1 coaching and small group instruction. This workshop focuses on monologue character development as well as various performance skills and audition techniques that will allow students to attend the auditions with confidence and professionalism. The workshop will be held on Mondays 3:30-4:30 & Wednesdays 3:30-4:30 on Zoom. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Schwarz at eschwarz@schools.nyc.gov.
If you are interested in signing up for the Monologue/Audition Coaching Workshop, click on: https://forms.gle/McC4eduEhPzeFnPPA.
Chorus
Students who participate in the Virtual Vocal Audition Workshop will practice skills like pitch matching, pitch patterns, and will also learn which pieces may be appropriate for auditions. Students will work one on one with Ms. Shikowitz and with their peers on their audition piece to practice skills like proper posture, diction, tone, breath control and support, and pitch and rhythmic accuracy. Practice will take place on Mondays from 3:00 PM-4:00 PM. If you have any questions please contact Ms. Shikowitz at sshikowitz@schools.nyc.gov.
If you are interested in signing up for the Virtual Vocal Audition Workshop, click on: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeB8aCTsSij9JSCJRJqNoKQgTNMS9NC-8iqw5AFQYQLkrnXMw/viewform?usp=sf_link.
Visual Arts
The Art Portfolio Pre Course Workshop is geared to prepare 8th and 9th grade students for the upcoming Visual Arts High School audition. Students will receive guidance in they’re 20 art pieces, which they will be creating during the course – through my coaching and small group instruction. This Workshop will focus on the elements and principles of design and the use of various art materials and techniques that will be used. A well completed Foundation Portfolio plays an important part in a school’s decision to accept an applicant and to reward the applicant with scholarship aid while providing a solid foundation for future success in the classroom. The Portfolio Pre class is a course that begins step-by-step from the basics to complete a Foundation Portfolio that is geared towards new applicants and transfer applicants alike. It is an ongoing course till 20 pieces are complete or till audition date. It is designed not only for those with little to no practice in art, but also for those who already have experience. The workshops will be held each Tuesday and Wednesday at 3:30pm till 4:30 pm on Google Meet. Classes are conducted through one-on-one instruction with Mrs. Lamere.
If you are interested in signing up for the Art Portfolio Pre Course Workshop, click on: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfVjRZq48BwBBo8vN7O3H-lIFKPHFpDRHGUnG_OCkRH3aG47g/viewform?usp=pp_url.
Dance
The Dance Audition Coaching Workshop is for 8th & 9th grade students to prepare for Performing Arts High School Auditions. This workshop will include 1 on 1 coaching, and small group instruction. In this Dance workshop, students will develop performance skills and audition techniques to audition with confidence and professionalism. We will prepare for Audition classes, which are usually based on Modern, Ballet and Jazz. Students will receive support in creating and rehearsing a solo. We will prepare for video and virtual auditions, and discuss the best ways to present yourself online. Students will learn how to showcase their strengths to stand out above the crowd! The Dance Audition Coaching workshop will be held on Tuesdays, 3:30-4:30 & Thursdays, 3:30-4:30 on Zoom. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Gruet at jgruet@schools.nyc.gov
If you are interested in signing up for the Dance Audition Coaching Workshop, click on: Dance Audition Coaching Workshop Google Form: https://forms.gle/9YVfULunp2XGZKwa9
We hope to begin the audition workshops within the very near future. Please complete the above applications ASAP if you are interested.
