Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How can I get involved in theatre at the High School?
A: Here’s how to sign-up for Theatre Club…
A: The student led improv group is called Teens With Improv Games or T.W.I.G.S. They meet during the first ASR2 of every week to play low stakes, fun and hilarious improv games. Anyone in Middleton Theatre is welcome to join. The 2023-24 leaders are River Kelly and Isa Killian.
Q: Is there a fee to participate?
A: Yes. But, there are scholarships readily available for any of the fees. The $21 club fee, payable on My Payments Plus, is required by MCPASD. Participation Fees for student actors, production crews, student designers, etc. are $75 per non-musical and $150 for the fall musical. Each show is a 8-9 week hands-on learning process for everyone involved. Fees cover materials, show shirts, posters, programs, tech week food, and more.
Q: To audition or not to audition?
A: Audition! There are a lot of ways to get involved with Middleton Theatre, but if we don't have willing performers, we don't have shows. It can seem scary, but the challenge of being onstage isn't so bad with the support, preparation, and encouragement your teachers and peers offer. We encourage everyone to try both on stage and off stage work to get a full understanding of the craft of theatre.
Q: What's the difference between stage crew and production team?
A: Students in stage crew meet weekly to help prepare the sets of the shows and learn various technical theatre skills. Production teams work weekly, during all tech rehearsals, and during the performances. They attend the read thru rehearsals, production meetings, can often collaborate with or serve as designers for shows, and more. The $75 participation fee applies to the production team members and cast members. You must submit a sign-up form to be selected for a show specific Production Team. Anyone enrolled in the Middleton Theatre Club can attend stage crew work days.
Q: How do I sign-up to audition?
A: A couple of weeks before auditions, a sign-up will be posted on middletontheatre.org, the links to sign-up will also appear in the Sunday Newsletter. Question about auditions or sign-ups can always be emailed to Ms. Brunner - kbrunner@mcpasd.k12.wi.us.
This year's audition dates are...
Urinetown: August 29, 30 & 31
146 Point Flame/One Act: September 11, 12, 13
Twelfth Night: November 27, 28, 29
One Night Only: February 12th (sign-up available)
Clue: February 21, 22, 23
Q: Do you need any parent volunteers?
A: Yes, please!!!! Because Theatre is a very busy activity with five+ events per year, we rely on parent help to make things run smoothly. There are many fun ways to get involved and support the program. We hope parents will help with at least 1-2 shifts or volunteer tasks per year. If you can contribute your time, please fill out this Parent Volunteer Form. Feel free to reach out to Ms. Brunner with any questions, kbrunner@mcpasd.k12.wi.us.
A: Here’s how to sign-up for Theatre Club…
- There is a new registration site for MHS activities, https://mhsa-ar.rschooltoday.com/. The school needs all students to register in this new platform. This will be used to collect emergency information for all students and for families to agree to our code of conduct.
- My Payments Plus will open early for Theatre Club (all participants), Urinetown (cast & crew only), and The 146 Point Flame (cast and crew only).
- Please fill out this FORM to receive the weekly newsletter. Submit this even if you’ve already been getting it. New year = new mailing list. Thanks!
A: The student led improv group is called Teens With Improv Games or T.W.I.G.S. They meet during the first ASR2 of every week to play low stakes, fun and hilarious improv games. Anyone in Middleton Theatre is welcome to join. The 2023-24 leaders are River Kelly and Isa Killian.
Q: Is there a fee to participate?
A: Yes. But, there are scholarships readily available for any of the fees. The $21 club fee, payable on My Payments Plus, is required by MCPASD. Participation Fees for student actors, production crews, student designers, etc. are $75 per non-musical and $150 for the fall musical. Each show is a 8-9 week hands-on learning process for everyone involved. Fees cover materials, show shirts, posters, programs, tech week food, and more.
Q: To audition or not to audition?
A: Audition! There are a lot of ways to get involved with Middleton Theatre, but if we don't have willing performers, we don't have shows. It can seem scary, but the challenge of being onstage isn't so bad with the support, preparation, and encouragement your teachers and peers offer. We encourage everyone to try both on stage and off stage work to get a full understanding of the craft of theatre.
Q: What's the difference between stage crew and production team?
A: Students in stage crew meet weekly to help prepare the sets of the shows and learn various technical theatre skills. Production teams work weekly, during all tech rehearsals, and during the performances. They attend the read thru rehearsals, production meetings, can often collaborate with or serve as designers for shows, and more. The $75 participation fee applies to the production team members and cast members. You must submit a sign-up form to be selected for a show specific Production Team. Anyone enrolled in the Middleton Theatre Club can attend stage crew work days.
Q: How do I sign-up to audition?
A: A couple of weeks before auditions, a sign-up will be posted on middletontheatre.org, the links to sign-up will also appear in the Sunday Newsletter. Question about auditions or sign-ups can always be emailed to Ms. Brunner - kbrunner@mcpasd.k12.wi.us.
This year's audition dates are...
Urinetown: August 29, 30 & 31
146 Point Flame/One Act: September 11, 12, 13
Twelfth Night: November 27, 28, 29
One Night Only: February 12th (sign-up available)
Clue: February 21, 22, 23
Q: Do you need any parent volunteers?
A: Yes, please!!!! Because Theatre is a very busy activity with five+ events per year, we rely on parent help to make things run smoothly. There are many fun ways to get involved and support the program. We hope parents will help with at least 1-2 shifts or volunteer tasks per year. If you can contribute your time, please fill out this Parent Volunteer Form. Feel free to reach out to Ms. Brunner with any questions, kbrunner@mcpasd.k12.wi.us.