Who can audition?

Children ages 5 to 19 can audition. Children selected for roles are required to become a DYPAC member. We sometimes cast children who are younger than 5 with the Director’s approval.

Can I be a Director?

Directors are needed for all of our shows. In order to direct, we prefer that you have some of the following: directing experience, theater experience, experience working with children, related degrees or certifications and are enthusiastic, positive and patient. Dave Rzucidlo is the production board member and you may contact him at 313.841.7308 or last302mustang@yahoo.com for more information or you may email dypac@dypac.com.

How are DYPAC shows cast?

Each show has a casting committee that is made up of the Director, the Producer, the Vocal Director, the Choreographer, and a randomly selected DYPAC Board Member. Each one of these people sit in at the auditions. Following the auditions, a discussion is held, and a decision is made about who is to be called back for each role. Casting committee members who have their own child in the auditions must excuse themselves and do not vote when their own child is called upon. These five committee members again sit in at the callback portion of auditions, after which another discussion is held before a final decision is made as to the casting of the show. It is a mutual decision, mainly between the four people who will be working on the show (Director, Producer, Vocal Director, and Choreographer) with the Board Member there to assure fairness.

Where are DYPAC shows performed?

Although our home base is the Trenton Village Theater, we sometimes rent alternative venues as determined by the cast size and needs of the production.

How many plays are performed a season?

We try to cast as many children as possible and to offer a variety of experiences. We like to have one large all ages show per season with addtional shows allowing younger children and teens to each excel. We also offer a Summer fine Arts Camp and various workshops throughout the year.

I haven’t received my information!!!

If you are not receiving mailed information, either your membership is not active or your address is incorrect. Please email dypac@dypac.com to check status or make corrections. All information mailed will also be available on our website.