AUDITION AT KISMET

Anyone interested in improv is encouraged to audition at Kismet. It's ideal if you have completed Improv 301 at Kismet, an equivalent improv curriculum elsewhere, or have at least a year's experience in improv comedy, to feel comfortable and perform your best during the auditions.

 

Auditions at Kismet are designed to survey your improv skills and introduce you to the expectations and environment of being a Kismet Improv performer. The process includes warming up, introductions, playing some games and exercises, and then performing in two-person scenes and an improv montage. For those interested in musical teams, there's an optional musical segment.

 

Kismet's auditions are held at our theater space located at 1005 Main Street, Pawtucket, R.I.

Current Cast Members

Your most recent coach will give a recommendation for your next team.

 

Students and Graduates

Your instructors will provide casting recommendations. We also encourage you to participate in pre-audition jams.

 

Newcomers to Kismet

We strongly recommend taking a class. We often cast performers from our classes based on instructor recommendations.

Thursday Night House Vibes Team Commitment
Teams will perform on Thursdays and some
Fridays from the beginning of September through the end of May.  We expect cast members to: 

• Attend 75% of biweekly rehearsals

• Perform twice a month

We allow for absences due to illness, emergency, or preplanned events.

Friday Night House Party Team Commitment
Teams will perform on Fridays and some Thursdays from the beginning of September through the end of May.  As with Thursday teams, we expect cast members to:
  •    Attend 75% of biweekly rehearsals
  •    Perform twice a month
We allow for absences due to illness, emergency, or preplanned events.

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Saturday Night Productions Commitment

For Saturday shows that are cast from August Auditions, cast members will be expected to make most rehearsals and shows during a 2-month production process. Rehearsals and shows all take place on Saturday afternoon and evening.

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Compensation
All performers participate in a revenue-share model, receiving a share of ticket sales paid out quarterly. 

Come to our Shows! 

Experience the shows you're aiming to be part of! Every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday night, come and observe the dynamics of a Kismet performer, understand the flow of our shows, and meet our coaches, teams, and staff. It's a great way to familiarize yourself with our environment and what we do!

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Join the Jam:

Stick around at the end Friday House Party for our jam session, where teams, performers, and students all get a chance to perform together. This is an excellent opportunity for you to get comfortable with performing at Kismet and to develop the skills necessary for auditions.

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Participate in Drop-in Practice Groups:

Every Thursday at 6:30 p.m., our drop-in practice group meets, and every other Wednesday at 7pm our bilingual drop-in practice group meets, to hone essential improv skills, tactics, and strategies. These are supportive environments where you can practice, receive feedback, and prepare for successful scenes.

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Enroll in a Class:

Especially if you're new to improv or still deciding if Kismet is the right fit for you, we recommend taking one of our classes. This is where you'll meet our dedicated teachers, engage with our community, and learn the foundational skills vital for success in our teams. It's a comprehensive way to immerse yourself in the Kismet style of improv.