My bad, KO. In addition to the official notice they also sent out a copy of a more detailed press release. Here is the relevant part:
Requirements:
New applicants, 18 years or older, may attend auditions.
Please prepare a short presentation of your character or talent, bring a resume and a current photo. Applicants should come in costume if possible, although not required.
*Applicants should be available for entire Festival Season.
*2008 Festival dates are August 23rd~September 28th, weekends and Labor Day Only
*Some rehearsal days prior to Festival may also be required.
For further information or to schedule an Audition Appointment, please contact Tom Rehn, Entertainment Director at 724-872-1670 or email to
lhughes@pittsburghrenfest.com
Just demonstrate that you've given some thought to your character's background. You can flesh out more details during rehearsals.
Keep in mind that when we did this last year we were working with an interim Entertainment Director, Gary. Tom hadn't arrived yet. His approach may be different. Gary talked to me briefly about my character, then had me leave and reenter the room in character. If you sing or play an instrument be prepared to do that, too. The more you bring to the table the more valuable you'll be to the cast.
Personally, I think if you and Lady Alchemy put in the energy you had in improv class, you're a lock.
