Appleseed Productions: Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Appleseed Productions?	back to top
Appleseed Productions performs on the Atonement Stage, located on the Atonement campus in the Valley section of Syracuse. *Detailed directions* *Zoomable map*
How do I contact someone at Appleseed Productions?	back to top
Go to our Contact/Find Us page for detailed contact information.
How do Appleseed Productions' season tickets work?	back to top
Appleseed's season tickets work differently than some others. Instead of having one ticket to see each of our shows, our ticket package contains as many tickets as there are shows produced here, but those tickets may be used any way the ticket holder chooses (with some restrictions). Also, instead of sending out a physical ticket or pass, our ticket holders' names are kept on file at Appleseed, and all you have to do is call us to tell us which performance(s) you would like to see. We then put your name on the first empty seat(s) closest to the stage. That way we keep track and don't have to worry about losing anything. For more information, go to our Season Tickets page.
Where do auditions take place?	back to top
Unless otherwise noted, all auditions will take place at Appleseed's home, Atonement Lutheran Church, 116 W. Glen Ave, Syracuse.
What do I need to prepare to audition?	back to top
Generally, for a play, there are no preparations necessary - Appleseed's auditions consist of cold readings from the script. For musicals, you will usually also be asked to prepare a song to sing or a portion of one, and often auditioners will be given some movement to learn. Sometimes our directors ask that a monologue be prepared. If there are special preparations, they will be listed in the audition announcement. Those announcements can be viewed on our Auditions page.
What kind of experience do I need to audition?	back to top
Parts in our shows are awarded to the persons best suited to the roles in question, however, you don't need ANY experience to actually audition for a show at Appleseed.
How will I know if I got the part?	back to top
Generally, you are told at the audition when decisions on casting will be made, and when you can expect notification. It is Appleseed's policy to call call everyone who auditioned for our shows, whether or not you are cast in the show. However, every once in a while someone falls through the cracks and no notification is given. Our apologies. If you have questions as to whether or not you've made it into one of our shows, feel free to Contact Us.
What time do the shows begin at Appleseed Productions?	back to top
Appleseed's performance begin at 8pm on Fridays and Saturdays, and 2pm on Sundays.
How much are tickets?	back to top
Tickets to a play at Appleseed are $15 for adults and $12 for seniors and students. Tickets to a musical at Appleseed are $18 for adults and $15 for seniors and students.
Can I pay for my tickets with a credit card?	back to top
Currently, Appleseed accepts credit card payments only if tickets are bought online - we accept cash and checks at the box office at the time of the performance. Click here to purchase tickets online.
What time does the box office open?	back to top
Our box office opens one hour before the show begins. Prior to that, reservations can be left on our voice mail - 492-9766.
How soon before the show starts should I be there?	back to top
Our house opens 30 minutes before the show begins. We ask that audience members arrive at the theater between then and 5 minutes before the show starts. That way we can get everyone seated and start the show on time.
What does Appleseed consider a "senior"?	back to top
Seniors at Appleseed are adults aged 60 and over.
What does Appleseed consider a "student"?	back to top
Students are any person under 18 or any person enrolled in school. In the case of "older" students, please bring a valid student ID to present at the box office.
How do I get involved with a show?	back to top
To get involved with a production at Appleseed you can: Audition for the show. Work on the crew. If you are interested in do so, please send an email to info@appleseedproductions.org with your name, address, phone number, and in what area you would like to work (light, sound, costumes, backstage, etc.), and also a resume of other shows you've worked on. Your name will be passed on to our directors and producers. Usher for the show. To get on our ushering list, send an email with your name, email address, and phone number to info@appleseedproductions.org
Can I direct a show at Appleseed Productions?	back to top
In order to be considered as a director for Appleseed Productions, you must have directed, assisting directed, or music directed a production at Appleseed. A person who would like to direct for Appleseed Productions but who does not meet the eligibility requirements as outlined above, must contact the Artistic Director and provide the Artistic Director with his/her directorial resume. The Artistic Director may then submit that person to the Steering Committee for approval as a prospective director, which must be obtained before that person is eligible to submit a script to the Script Search Panel. Any such prospective director must also choose a Mentor from a list of candidates provided by the Steering Committee prior to submission. If that person’s script is not selected for the upcoming season, s/he retains that approval and is eligible to submit scripts for consideration in future Script Search processes, but is still required to work with a Mentor throughout his/her first actual directorial assignment with Appleseed. At the conclusion of that first assignment, the new director will meet with the Artistic Director for a debriefing of his/her experience. If you meet the above requirement and are interested in submitting a script to direct, go here to read about our Script Search Process.
Does Appleseed pay its actor and production staff?	back to top
Appleseed Productions is an all-volunteer organization. Other than our artistic director, we do not have any paying positions within the company.
Does Appleseed Productions run any theatre classes?	back to top
Appleseed does not run any theatre classes for adults. We do have a summer youth program, called Scene One, that is a mixture of a learning and production environment. To learn more about that program, visit our Scene One website.

If you have other questions about Appleseed Productions, that are not answered here, please feel free to contact us, and we'll be happy to provide you with an answer.