The Dallas Summer Musicals Academy of Performing Arts held auditions for an opportunity to be selected for the Academy Industry Showcase.

As the Academy expands its relationship with industry professionals in the Dallas/Fort Worth area it will present the most “industry ready” actors to top agents, casting directors, and other professionals in the industry.

Auditions were held Saturday, March 14 at Central Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) at 4711 Westside Dr. in Dallas.

Central Christian Church, home of the “Westside Players” has long been a supporter of theater arts.

For the audition, in addition to singing and dancing, the kids had to prepare a one-minute monologue from a play.

As moms and dads waited in the foyer while their kids auditioned, I asked Michelle Holter, mom of 13- year old Mikayla, if she was nervous.

“Not as nervous as she is,” Holter answered, referring to Mikayla who had already performed her song and monologue and had been called back for a cold reading.

Those selected will become part of a 10-week intensive workshop that will meet at Central Christian Church. It will culminate in a performance on Wednesday evening, June 3, at 7:30pm at: International Conservatory of Performing Arts, 3321 Premier Drive, Plano, TX 75023.