Governor's School 2016 Auditions Update

We had several students who are competing at the state level for a chance to attend Governor’s School 2016. Performing Arts students are required to audition and several have been asking about audition information. As promised, we want to update you as we get pertinent information. The following information was given to HHS and we would like to share with those auditioning.

• General audition information is already available on page 8 of the Nomination Packet.
•  In early January, each nominee will receive an official audition invitation letter with specific details on assigned times, locations, parking and more. Also, the Governor’s School website is being updated with detailed info on each audition area so students can begin their preparations.
• IN-PERSON AUDITIONS –Here is the schedule:
•  Saturday, February 6 – Dance audition #1 only (Statesville High School, Statesville)
•  Saturday, February 13 – Instrumental Music, Theater and Visual Art auditions only (Meredith College, Raleigh)
•  Saturday, February 20 – Choral Music auditions and Dance audition #2 only (Meredith College, Raleigh)
•  Last year, Governor’s School offered an alternate audition (i.e., YouTube video) option for Choral Music, Instrumental Music and Theater nominees with a school-related schedule conflict. It was favorably received, and this year they are expanding this option to include Visual Art and for any predetermined reason (e.g., schedule conflict, travel distance/time, finances, etc.). Please know that the video closely replicates the in-person audition experience in both structure and rigor; neither provides a selection advantage. Once again, this is an option but it can only be requested by the school. This option should not be viewed as an ‘easy out.’ More info is coming later this month to the school contacts (Mrs. Mullen), along with an official request form. Alternate audition requests cannot be made prior to that time.
• NOTE: This alternate option is not available for Dance, due to the interactive and responsive nature of that audition. To accommodate this, Governor’s School is offering two in-person Dance audition opportunities, as noted above. A Dance student can participate in either audition (but not both), whichever is more convenient.
•  If there is a sudden weather event that prevents students from attending the in-person audition, we will extend the video option to those students. No need to worry about those details right now; just know that a plan is in place if needed.

Stay tuned for more information!