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NYMT / BYMT 2021

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doesanybodyhaveamap · 01/02/2021 11:09

Starting a new thread for NYMT / BYMT hopefuls in 2021.

DD13 is auditioning for NYMT for the second time as stage performer and as musician. We just received an invite to the next round (online workshops).

She was gutted that Covid put a stop to her show (Imaginary) last year so we are keeping everything crossed that she gets another shot.

We've also booked a BYMT audition and she's already in the musician pool there so hopefully a show of some sort this year if we get some kind of normality back again...

Anyone else out there?

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Lonecatwithkitten · 26/02/2021 11:40

Yes the different approach to casting is the main thing. BYMT haven't yet formally cast though I think in selection/allocation to shows there is an element of informally casting, though I think once Peter Pan is formally cast I might be able to give you a better view on that. I know DD's casting type and Peter Pan does have very particular female roles so I have a pretty good idea where she should be. So I will keep you posted.

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doesanybodyhaveamap · 26/02/2021 09:44

I suppose in the context of people losing their entire livelihoods it's pretty minor. And it's the nature of the world they are getting themselves into.... I'm not moaning about NYMT. They really tried very hard to keep something going for them, pushing the productions to later in the year and then trying to run an epic Gala Performance at Christmas that would have involved 20 min excerpts of each show. There were zooms and workshops and facebook groups and fitness sessions... so they were part of something at least. They take a different approach to BYMT generally - shows are fully cast during the audition process so they couldn't just roll places over as kids change, voices break, people are no longer available etc....

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Stagemom · 26/02/2021 09:34

I know isn't it just!! The kids that were cast for NYMT last year must have been devastated (dd included) So good that BYMT have kept their young performers on for this year.

Newgirls · 26/02/2021 08:30

Ah i see. Interesting they took dif approaches.

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doesanybodyhaveamap · 25/02/2021 22:33

Yeh... it's pretty tough on the NYMT kids to have lost last year entirely and now have to reaudition. I get the reasons, but doesn't make it any less disappointing. It's such a huge achievement to get in even once so to have that taken away by something entirely beyond your control is horrid. I think that's partly why DD fell apart after her workshop- she wants to have another shot so badly!

But I guess they are all in the same boat.

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Lonecatwithkitten · 25/02/2021 22:24

@doesanybodyhaveamap and @Newgirls yes BYMT have rolled over last years shows and are adding extra shows. The Ambassador Theatre Group (ALW) are providing lots of assistance getting them theatre space and other venues.
Peter Pan (DD's show) was originally going to be last August bank holiday at The Richmond Theatre it will now be this summer probably at Powderham Castle Jr Exeter.
Every step of the way BYMT offered to stay on the show, switch productions, switch to camp rather than production or have full refund. They have been excellent.

Newgirls · 25/02/2021 17:47

So helpful thank you x

I hope the kids who got in last year still get to perform.

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doesanybodyhaveamap · 25/02/2021 17:24

Also in terms of this year, NYMT are starting from scratch. New shows (except one) and everyone reauditions.

I believe BYMT are rolling places and shows over but also adding in a few more shows to accommodate this years successful applicants. @Lonecatwithkitten is that right??

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doesanybodyhaveamap · 25/02/2021 17:20

I guess it depends on dates and finances @Newgirls ... last year DD was meant to be going to be in the position of having a show as performer in June/July with NYMT, and then a clash in late August as a musician with both BYMT and NYMT. We would have had a difficult decision to make between the last two as the shows she was offered were both great opportunities musically. Covid put a stop to it all of course. First of all the June/July show got pushed back so at one point it was still possible for her to do NYMT performer and BYMT musician (just). Then it all went away 😭😭😭. Would be truly devastating to go from that scenario to having nothing this year!!

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Newgirls · 25/02/2021 16:41

My dd has applied to both. We are wondering how they are going to fit it in with last years shows too? Or are they just moving the performers across?

What do you do if you get in both?!! There must be some clashes of dates etc. Not sure we will be in that position but it sounds like quite a few apply to both?

chaperonemum · 25/02/2021 09:23

Hi all

Just completed application for NYMT for my DD 13. She had audition for BYMT in early Feb. First time applying for both.

She felt that the BYMT didn't go well.

Fingers crossed for all!

Alakazam8 · 22/02/2021 09:40

Good luck to those dc who have already auditioned. Not submitted videos yet but will be later this week.
It’s good to hear that the zoom auditions seem to be less daunting than I thought initially. Hope they don’t have too long to wait for the results.

Biscuitsneeded · 21/02/2021 17:53

Fingers crossed @feelinhopeful. It is indeed going to be a painful wait!

feelinhopeful · 21/02/2021 17:50

@Biscuitsneeded she's 12. First time auditioning so didn't know what to expect. Going to be a long wait to find out!

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doesanybodyhaveamap · 21/02/2021 17:42

Glad it went well @feelinhopeful

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doesanybodyhaveamap · 21/02/2021 17:42

I hate this waiting though... 1 week down, potentially another 3 to go!!! 😫😫😫

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Biscuitsneeded · 21/02/2021 17:40

@feelinhopeful That's brilliant your DD enjoyed it. Age means nothing! They need the full range from 10 - 23, so if they think your DD could be right this time she has as much chance of a recall as the older ones. How old is she? My DS was 10 when he first auditioned and I remember thinking, oh well he's very young and nowhere near as talented as some of those incredible teens. Hey presto - cast in a show! NYMT are casting geniuses. I thought it was all a horrible mistake until I saw the show!

Biscuitsneeded · 21/02/2021 17:36

Yes, totally agree, it's unlikely anyone comes out of a zoom audition thinking "Well I was clearly the best performer in the room and I totally nailed that!". Time will tell. As for all ages and levels of experience being in together, I can see how that might feel intimidating, but the younger ones need to know they are not in competition with the older ones! In fact they're not really in competition even with the other younger ones. NYMT can recall as few or as many as they see potential in, for any of this year's roles - it's not as if they start the session thinking right, we can only recall 5 out 40. They can recall 5 or they can recall 20. It's also good to remember they are recalling specifically for this year's shows, so if your DC doesn't get a recall it doesn't mean they're not talented, just that this time they don't fit the requirements. My DS has now applied 6 times for NYMT and every year he is shocked by some people not getting cast when they are clearly so talented - so if 2021's not your DC's year it's always worth trying again.

feelinhopeful · 21/02/2021 17:35

That was a really good afternoon, my DD loved it. She was the youngest one in her section so I doubt she'll get a recall but was a great experience regardless.

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doesanybodyhaveamap · 21/02/2021 14:57

I think it's also hard to feel
Like you've 'shone' on zoom anyway, but also they've already weeded out the weaker ones this time round in the video audition so everyone in the workshops is pretty good... the mixed ages also knocked DD's confidence a bit I think as she's towards the younger end so felt like she was 'up against' trained professionals (even though she actually wasn't)

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Stagemom · 21/02/2021 14:19

Oh no Biscuits, zoom is horrible, hopefully it's the last time they will need to audition on Zoom!
We had BYMT last week and dd loved it. Both great companies, shed be happy with either😊

Biscuitsneeded · 21/02/2021 14:10

Good luck to those auditioning now! My DS did his yesterday. he really enjoyed the acting, and would have enjoyed the dance, except that when it was his turn the video glitched and when the music came back he didn't know where he was! So he thinks that bit didn't show him in his best light. But everyone is dealing with the vagaries of Zoom so they can only do their best. His biggest concern is how on earth they choose, because everybody seemed to be so good. But the NYMT creatives are amazing and I don't doubt they have it all in hand.

feelinhopeful · 21/02/2021 12:09

Oh wow, how exciting. Good luck for your DD too @Stagemom!

Stagemom · 21/02/2021 11:06

Hi, my daughter is also doing NYMT today at same time😊
Good luck to your dd too 🤞🏼

feelinhopeful · 21/02/2021 10:02

@doesanybodyhaveamap

DD loved her BYMT audition today. No tears this time!

How did you get on @feelinhopeful ??

Audition is this afternoon, 2.30-5.30. I'll let you know how it goes.

She's currently practicing with the script in her room, trying to work out how she would play each character if asked.

My biggest problem is keeping the other 3 children quiet while she does the audition, we are open plan and her room definitely isn't big enough to do it in.