1. Select the category you wish to apply for. You must submit one online form for each category you are applying for. If you are applying to be a Featured Artist and a Featured Dancer, you will need to complete two application forms.

2. Submit your application by filling in all the requested details in the online form and add your YouTube video audition link. Ensure your YouTube video is marked as unlisted.  Some application categories require a head shot that clearly shows your face for easy identification purposes. Please ensure you submit your application by the due date. Late applications may not be accepted unless by prior arrangement.

3. After submitting your application, you will receive an email to confirm your application was submitted successfully. This email may take up to 24 hours to come through. If you do receive this email, please resubmit your application.

All applications must be submitted online. If you require any support with submitting your application,  please contact Damien McCabe on (02) 8512 1192 or damien.mccabe3@det.nsw.edu.au . The Spec team is here to support you in any way we can.

Application disclaimer

We reserve the right to modify the categories or cast numbers relative to the health and safety guidelines that may govern the Schools Spectacular processes or performances in 2022. You will be notified should any changes occur.

Individual Categories – Applications close Thursday 2 June 2022 at 5:00pm

Featured Artists

Featured Instrumentalists

Featured Dance Ensemble – Tap, Ballet, Hip Hop and the Combined Dance Ensemble (Music Theatre, Jazz and Contemporary)

Specialist Performer / Ensemble (This application category is open to school groups and individual performers. This application closes on Tuesday 14 June 2022 at 5:00pm)

Core Choir – (applications close for this category on Saturday 30 July 2022 at 5:00pm. This category does not require a video audition.)

School Group Categories – Applications close Tuesday 14 June 2022 at 5:00pm

Aboriginal Dance Ensemble

Combined Choir (Primary) 

Combined Choir (Secondary) 

Combined Drama 

Combined Dance

D’Arts Ensemble

Specialist Performer / Ensemble (This application category is open to school group and individual performers)

Student Production Team – Applications close Tuesday 14 June 2022 at 5:00pm

Student Production Team

Staff and Industry Professionals – Applications close Tuesday 14 June 2022 at 5:00pm

Staff Production Team

Music Team

Dance (Choreography) Team

Orchestra and Stage Band

Applications for the orchestra and stage band will open mid July 2022.

Audition Tips

Top tips | All auditions

Top tips | Video auditions

Top tips | Live auditions

Most application categories for the Schools Spectacular require you to submit an audition video. You can submit your video/s online using YouTube.

Ensure your video on YouTube is marked as ‘unlisted’. 

Please check that your video URL works before submitting it with your application. Video links that cannot be viewed by the panel cannot be considered.

How to upload a video to YouTube

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact Damien McCabe – Schools Spectacular Operations Manager by email damien.mccabe3@det.nsw.edu.au or phone (02) 8512 1192. The Spec Team is here to help in any way we can.