Applications open on November 24th, 2025 and close on December 12 at noon.
Music Theatre Audition Information
We encourage all Grade 8 students who think that ESA Music Theatre might be the place for you to audition. We would love to see you!
For your audition, you should submit:
A 1 -2 minute excerpt from any song that shows your strengths in both singing and storytelling. This song can be from the music theatre canon or any genre, like a pop or folk song. At the beginning of your video, please state your name and your interest in the ESA Music Theatre Program.
You will also submit a video/audio recording of a maximum of 90 seconds outlining the process and purpose of the performance(s) including:
- Why did you select/choose this performance(s)? (what about this song speaks to you?)
- How did you prepare for the performance? (Tell us a little bit about your rehearsal process).
- What were you most proud of in your performance video?
- Identify one challenge you faced in your performance and how you overcame it.
We have provided the music and tracks for five songs, as well as all of the materials necessary to prepare and perform them in your video audition. You can use these resources to help you in your preparation, but can also sing any song that you are comfortable with. You do not have to sing on top of an instrumental track, but are encouraged to do so. Please make sure that your voice is easy to hear above the track. You may also use a live accompanist.
If you have any difficulty in preparation, we have student mentors who are available to help you with the logistics of your audition, and workshops when you can obtain help to prepare and record your piece. More information will be provided on the this page as they become available. You will also find a helpful how-to video on this website in preparing your video.
How to Submit your Audition Video!
Please note: The sheet music and accompaniment tracks are included in the links below):
Where is Love? (Oliver)
Where is Love Sheet Music and Tracks
It’s Possible (Suessical)
It's Possible Sheet Music and Tracks
Put on a Happy Face (Bye Bye Birdie)
Put on a Happy Face Sheet Music and Tracks
Wavin’ Through a Window (Dear Evan Hansen) - in 3 different keys (G, A and D)
Waving Through a Window in A Sheet Music and Tracks (*original key)
Waving Through a Window in D Sheet Music and Tracks
Waving Through a Window in G Sheet Music and Tracks
Some Things are Meant to Be (Little Women)
Some Things are Meant to Be Sheet Music and Tracks
Please remember that in addition to singing the song, you are telling a story as that character.
Other resources include prep courses in the area - check out www.actingoutkidstheatre.ca for their prep sessions.
Your self-tape video submissions are due with your application by December 12, 2025 on the TDSB application portal..
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Other resources include prep courses in the area - check out www.actingoutkidstheatre.ca for their prep sessions.