What does it cost to join AMCS?
Acting Member
Become part of our onstage cast
- Attendance at all rehearsals and join us as a member of the society.
- £11.50 for Youth Cast (under 16) and £15 flat fee for Children (under 12)
- Includes onstage insurance and liability
Non-Acting Member
Support AMCS when you’re not in shows.
- Non acting membership of the society
- Attendance to our Annual General Meetings
- No need to reaudition into the society after a break
AMCS Patron
Support AMCS with Benefits included.
- Priority Booking on Show Tickets
- Free programme and a raffle ticket per ticket purchased
- Published thanks to Patrons in our programme
What commitments are required?
Tuesdays*
7:30pm to 10:00pm
*Principal Cast Members as required. Main cast in the run up to show week.
Wednesdays
7:30pm to 10:00pm
Full Cast Rehearsals including Singing and Dancing every Wednesday night.
Sundays*
6:00pm to 10:00pm
*For the last four weeks in the run up to show week. Not before then.
Show Week Schedule
Sunday
Band Call / Get In
10am – 2pm
Rehearsal 6pm – 10pm
Keeling School of Dance
Monday
First Theatre Rehearsal
Rehearsal 6pm – 10pm
Prince of Wales Theatre
Tuesday
Tech Rehearsal
Mics & Lights
Rehearsal 6pm – 10pm
Prince of Wales Theatre
Wednesday
Full Dress Rehearsal
As a show Night
Rehearsal 6pm – 10pm
Prince of Wales Theatre
Thursday
Opening Night
Theatre Opens 6pm
Curtains Open 7:30pm – 10pm
Prince of Wales Theatre
Friday
Pre-Show Awards
Theatre Opens 6pm
Curtains Open 7:30pm – 10pm
Prince of Wales Theatre
Saturday
Matinee 2pm – 5pm*
Theatre Opens 6pm
Curtains Open 7:30pm – 10pm
Prince of Wales Theatre
*Not all shows have Matinee performances
Frequently Asked Questions – F.A.Q
Q. What is the process to join AMCS?
A. Once you have decided to join, there is an audition process where you perform a song of your choice in front of a small panel made up of our production team and committee members. This is used to gauge level of ability, vocal range and what vocal group you should be a part of.
Q. How should I pay my membership fee?
A. For Non-acting Members and Patrons payment is usually accepted via BACS on the 1st of January. Acting Members can pay weekly, monthly, bi-annually or annually as they please. This comes out to around £3.80 per week, £16.50 per month, £99 per show or £198 for the calendar year.
Q. How are rehearsals run?
A. Rehearsals are often split in-between Singing and Dancing. There is a refreshment break in-between of around 20 minutes. For Singing, some music may need to be printed and for Dancing, suitable footwear will be required along with tap shoes if necessary.
Q. Who consists of the Production Team?
A. The production team is made up of the show Director, our Musical Director and our Choreographer. In some instances these roles may overlap as our MD or Choreographer often direct shows with AMCS.
Q. When are Shows held and how often?
A. We usually perform 2 shows a year. One in May and one in November.
Q. Is there an audition process or are parts automatically cast?
A. All parts and songs are auditioned infront of a panel. Provisions are also put in place to prevent conflicts of interest.
Q. When do auditions take place?
A. Auditions are usually held a couple of weeks after the launch night of the show. The panel consists of the production team plus two external persons.
Q. Do I have to pay for costumes?
A. Usually we try to let people costume themselves to a set requirement, however some fees may apply if costumes need to be hired.