Hawaii Performing Arts Festival

Hawaii Performing Arts Festival - Vocal Program 2027

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Deadline(s):

Received By Tue Dec 01, 2026
Priority Casting Deadline

Received By Mon Feb 01, 2027
Final Deadline

2027 Summer Festival

Come From Away (Irene Sankoff and David Hein)

The Threepenny Opera (Kurt Weill and Bertolt Brecht)

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For video auditions, you must submit the following:
DEVELOPING SINGER & ENCRANTZ PROFESSIONAL FELLOW APPLICANTS:

Two or three contrasting music selections of your choice, all of which should be in English.
- If you wish to be considered for a specific role in one of our productions, you are encouraged to include a selection associated with that character or in the style of the role.
- If you wish to be considered for a role in Come From Away, one of your selections should be a contemporary musical theatre selection in the style of the show. Please demonstrate strong storytelling, authenticity, and contemporary vocal technique.
- If you wish to be considered for a role in The Threepenny Opera, one of your selections should reflect the style of the work. Classical crossover, legit musical theatre, cabaret, or art song repertoire that demonstrates strong theatrical instincts and interpretive ability is encouraged.
A one minute monologue.

HIGH SCHOOL SINGER APPLICANTS

Two contrasting music selections of your choice, all of which should be in English.
- If you wish to be considered for a specific role in one of our productions, you are encouraged to include a selection associated with that character or in the style of the role.
- If you wish to be considered for a role in Come From Away, one of your selections should be a contemporary musical theatre selection in the style of the show. Please demonstrate strong storytelling, authenticity, and contemporary vocal technique.
- If you wish to be considered for a role in The Threepenny Opera, one of your selections should reflect the style of the work. Classical crossover, legit musical theatre, cabaret, or art song repertoire that demonstrates strong theatrical instincts and interpretive ability is encouraged.
A one minute monologue.

CASTING DECISIONS: Priority deadline for casting and scholarship opportunities is December 1, 2026. Those artists wishing to be considered for fellowships and scholarships are encouraged to apply and submit supporting documentation as early as possible.

Application will be open through February 1, 2027 for remaining opportunities.

For more information about our programs and curriculum offerings, please visit our website.

Please contact Shayna Leahy at sleahy@hawaiipaf.org with any questions regarding this application. For technical help, please contact help@yaptracker.com.

Personal Information

First Name*

Last Name*

Please select your voice type.*

Age *

Contact Information

E-mail address*

Address line 1*

Address line 2

City*

State/Province*

Please include a standard 2 letter state abbreviation where applicable (CA, HI, WA, etc.)

Zip/Post Code*

Country*

Cell Number*

No spaces, dashes etc. phone number fields

Level of participation *

Training*

List 2 most recent teachers, coaches, schools, previous programs

Headshot

Please include a headshot*

Full color preferred; Jpg or tiff file; high resolution only (at least 400 kb in size)

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Resume*

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Video Songs and Monologue*

ATTENTION: All video auditions must be attached in the video section below. You must announce your name and the title of the piece before each submission. A new video is preferred, however, if you are unable to do so, the submission must have been recorded within the last 6 months. Minimum number of selections permitted: 3. Maximum number of selections permitted: 4

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Song Selection*

Minimum number of selections permitted: 2. Maximum number of selections permitted: 3

Selection 1

Aria/Song

Composer

Selection 2

Aria/Song

Composer

Selection 3

Aria/Song

Composer

Monologue Selection

Maximum number of selections permitted: 1

Selection 1

Monologue/Selection Title

Author

How did you hear about the Hawaii Performing Arts Festival?*

Please upload a bio *

PDF, maximum length is 200 words. Number of documents required: 1.

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Young Artist Programs

For Professional Fellow applicants, only. Please list previous recognized young artist programs that you have attended (i.e.: Santa Fe, Central City, etc.) or upload two letters of recommendation from recognized authorities attesting to your career readiness below.

Financial Aid Form

Please submit a financial aid form at https://forms.gle/PKckbjTzfNrT4RFc6 if you are in need of assistance. Financial aid is limited and requests for financial aid are carefully evaluated and awarded to qualifying applicants, based on the following three criteria*: 1.) Verifiable financial need. 2.) Level of talent and skill. 3.) Casting needs. (*IF YOU NEED FINANCIAL AID, YOU MUST SUBMIT A FORM)

Letters of Recommendation

ONLY required for Professional Fellow applicants who have not completed two Young Artist residencies, please upload two letters of recommendation from recognized authorities attesting to your career readiness. Please note, this company only allows scanned/uploaded letters. You MUST include the scanned letter on the recommender information page. See our FAQ for details on how to submit your letters via this method.

Maximum number permitted: 2 Allowed method(s): Scanned/Uploaded Letter.

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