Hadestown Teen Audition Masterclass

Step Into the Spotlight: A One-Time Masterclass with Donovan Hoffer

Don’t miss this extraordinary opportunity to work with Donovan Hoffer, a dynamic performer whose career spans stage, screen, and concert halls across the country. On Saturday, September 13th from 1:30–3:30pm, Donovan will lead a two-hour, Hadestown-inspired audition masterclass designed to supercharge your confidence and artistry.

From Chicago’s Paramount Theatre and Mercury Theater, to regional stages in Cats, The Full Monty, Joseph…Dreamcoat, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, and more, Donovan has captivated audiences and earned MANY accolades, including a Robert Fulton Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Musical. He’s dazzled TV audiences on America’s Got Talent (Season 16) and electrified concert halls with Broadway’s Rocktopia. Most recently, he lit up Lancaster and Gretna in Prima Theatre’s Queen+Journey. With 156k followers on TikTok (@emerald__elixir), Donovan is not only an accomplished actor, singer, and dancer, but also a creative force who knows what it takes to stand out in today’s performing arts world.

This masterclass is a rare chance to learn directly from Donovan as you prepare for your upcoming auditions. The session begins with a full-body warm-up and a powerful character movement workshop, where you’ll explore improv and audition prompts.  Donovan will also teach a thrilling Hadestown-inspired dance combination that ties movement, music, and storytelling together! To cap off the experience, with live pianist support, participants will present their audition selections and receive personalized vocal and acting feedback – priceless preparation for upcoming Hadestown Teen auditions like Servant Stage, EPAC, and beyond. 

Working with Donovan is an invaluable chance to sharpen your audition technique under the guidance of a professional who has lived and breathed the demands of the industry. Spots are limitedsecure yours today and step into the audition room with confidence, artistry, and a competitive edge.