audition notice -THE SECRET GARDEN -YouthWorks / Theater Works - Sept. 19

Director: Chris Hamby
Music Director: Ken Goodenberger
Choreographer: Paul Pedersen


Rehearsals Begin: 09/24/2015
Performance Dates: 11/06/2015 – 11/22/2015

Synopsis
This is an captivating story brought to life with enchanting music and wondrous lyrics.It is based on the 1911 novel by Frances Hodgson Burnett.When Mary Lennox,a young English girl born and raised in India, is orphaned – she is sent back to England to live with her embittered, reclusive uncle Archibald and his invalid son, Colin. While there, she discovers a neglected magical secret garden. Through her care and love, she brings new life to the garden and home she is staying.

Character Breakdown
The cast features amazing roles for a young girl and boy and show stopping roles for teens.

Additional Info
If cast there is a $150 production fee. There is no fee to audition. Some scholarships are available.

The Secret Garden features the same creative team that brought you last season’s award winning production of, A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD.

“I have waited 15 years to direct this show and can’t wait to bring it to life on on the Theater Works main stage.” Chris Hamby, Director The Secret Garden

What To Prepare
Please prepare 32 bars of a musical theater ballad. Please bring a backing track on CD, iPod or Cell Phone. No accompanist will be provided. No a capella.

The audition is open to actors 10-19 years of age.

CLICK HERE to make your audition appointment

Audition Details
Peoria Center for the Performing Arts
8355 W Peoria Ave 2064
Peoria, Arizona 85345

Parking is along Washington, 1 block south of Peoria Avenue

Appointment Contact
Chris Hamby
chamby@theaterworks.org

Audition Dates and Times:
September 19, 2015
Callback Dates and Times:
September 22, 2015

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audition notice - the 2016 Arizona Renaissance Festival - Sept 19 & 20

We are pleased to announce the AUDITIONS for the 2016 Arizona Renaissance Festival!!

The Arizona Renaissance Festival is a medieval amusement park, a 13-stage theater, a 30-acre circus, an arts and crafts fair, a jousting tournament and a feast -- all rolled into one non-stop, day-long family adventure!

--AUDITION INFORMATION--

DATES:
Sept. 19th, 2015 - Saturday
Sept. 20th, 2015 - Sunday

TIMES:
9:00am - 4:00pm on Saturday
9:00am - 12:00pm on Sunday

FYI - Callbacks will be on Sept. 20th starting at 2:00pm. You will be told during your audition if we would like to call you back for a specific role.

LOCATION:
Main Office - AZ Renaissance Festival
12601 East Highway 60
Gold Canyon, AZ 85118

CLICK HERE to submit your audition application

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Auditions will go something like this, all auditionees will:

1. Be greeted by a host that will help them through the entire audition process.
2. Receive and fill out any additional paperwork that is needed.
Go through a few warm up exercises that they might need, either with a group or individually.
3. Draw 3 random characters out of a basket. They will choose the one that best suits them as a performer, or is closest to their desired character.
4. Take a few minutes to figure out why that character would be at the castle to see the Queen.
5. When ready, the auditionee will be announced.
6. They will enter as their chosen character and converse with the Queen for a few minutes as they explain why they are there to see Her Majesty.
7. Answer any questions that are asked by the board of observers.
8. As soon as they are finished with their audition they are free to leave.

It might sound a little intimidating, but there is nothing to get nervous about. There will be people there to help every step of the way.

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Answers to some Frequently Asked Questions:

1. No, you do not have to commit to all 19 days of the Festival. Full-run commitments are preferred for most roles and required for any featured characters, but we do have some limited part-time roles.
2. Yes, you can still participate if you aren’t ready to be a character yet! There are options to be stage support and even limited manager positions.
3. No, there is not an age limit to be a performer. However, if you are under 16 years old we will ask you to participate with a parent. We will cast you as a team!
4. Yes, local cast members are allowed to camp onsite Friday and Saturday evenings. There is a refundable deposit for camping.
5. No, cast members are not allowed to drink alcoholic beverages during a Festival day. Smoking is limited to specific backstage areas only.
6. Yes, we perform rain or shine.
7. No, previous experience is not needed. We can teach you what you need to know to be part of the faire.
8. Each character is responsible for providing their own Festival approved costume. More than likely, the costume that you have already will not be approved to wear as a cast member. Costuming is a detailed process what involves several steps before actually cutting into fabric. Those guidelines are much too detailed to list them all here. If you wish to discuss costuming further please contact us with specific questions and we’ll be happy to answer them.
9. No, we do not pay by the hour. Acting at our show is not a “job”. If you are looking for steady income there are a couple of departments that do pay by the hour but the entertainment department is not one of those. We do this for the love of performing… the majority of the roles at the faire are volunteer positions that may receive a small stipend.
10. Yes, you will make lots of new friends!
11. Yes, we can help you build a character that'll best fit your interests and talents. We try to assign roles to people based on what will be the most fun for them.
12. Of course there is a role that will fit your personality and experience level!!

Actor's Youth Theatre fundraising dinner - September 5th

Actor's Youth Theatre is holding their Bonnie & Clyde fundraising dinner tonight at Denny's in Gilbert.  If you eat at Denny's before or after the show 20% of your order will support AYT - so it's a win/win- you get a good meal and a portion of your bill goes to AYT.  Just make sure you mention you are there for the AYT fundraiser.

cast announcement - AMERICAN MYTH - Theatre Artists Studio

for more information on this production, that runs October 17 to November 1st, click here

Cast:
Steven Mastroieni as Douglas Graham
Christi Sweeney as Lanie Graham
Tyler Gasper as Peter Finnerty
Mark Gluckman as Mitch Kopitsky
Susan Back as Helen Beebee
News Anchors/Panelists
Bill Straus as Nick
Marney Austin as Lisa
Patti Hurtado as Pia

Directed by Robyn Allen

review - BONNIE & CLYDE - Actor's Youth Theatre

Joey Grado and Adyson Nichols
Photo: Lisa Webb / Southwest Shots Photography

highlights from local critics reviews - (click link at bottom of each review to read complete review)

Click here for more information on this production that runs through September 12th.

"The 2011 musical Bonnie & Clyde didn't last long on Broadway. That's a shame, as it is a throwback to Broadway musicals of the past in that it isn't based on a movie and wasn't a revival. It is simply a new musical, based on real people, with a good score, a clear book with period perfect dialogue, and well-crafted book scenes that naturally flow into and out of the songs. So it's nice to see that Actors Youth Theatre has decided to present the Arizona premiere of this unsuccessful Broadway musical to give Valley audiences a change to see the relatively new show. AYT's production features two teenagers giving smashing performances in the lead roles with several impressive supporting performances and clear direction....Frank Wildhorn's score, with lyrics by Don Black, features elements of country, bluegrass, gospel, and blues as well as more traditional musical theatre ballads. ...The book by Ivan Menchell doesn't feature any moment or scene that doesn't add to the overall plot and thrust of the show—every scene is important. There also aren't any unnecessary characters to get in the way of the story. A lot happens in the 2 1/2 hours....Adyson Nichols and Joey Grado are Bonnie and Clyde and they both portray their roles naturally and are very believable as these two famous people. Grado often elicits a roaring growl to his expert singing that underscores the ferocity and anxiety he instills in Clyde...Like Grado, Nichols brings the same passion and desire for finding a life that is different and exciting to Bonnie. She is conflicted in her love for bad boy Clyde and, like Grado, excels with the smartly written dialogue...They both also have very good singing voices and manage their way through the tricky score fairly well, only occasionally being slightly not up to the challenge of the score.  The AYT cast also features Tim Eversole as Clyde's brother Buck and Kayleah Wilson as Buck's wife Blanche. Both are very good. Wilson nicely captures the God-loving woman who also loves her man, even when he is doing wrong. Eversole delivers a fully fleshed out character as well, full of conflict between right and wrong. Kale Burr is Ted, the policeman who has a thing for Bonnie, and he has a nice stage presence, creating a realistic man in charge. He also has a great duet with Grado where they both profess their love for her...My only quibble is with some of the cast's quiet line deliveries; a few need to project more so they can he heard in the back of the audience.  Director Tracie Jones keeps the action moving forward swiftly and has staged the show with a clear purpose...Aurelie Flores' costumes are great period editions and Tom Fitzwater's lighting is atmospheric, full of bright reds that echo the Texas heat and the fiery passion of our leads.  The one big obstacle that Bonnie & Clyde has is that its two main characters are ones who you don't naturally want to root for. They are cold-blooded killers after all. But...the musical is wisely focused on how the characters got to be who they are along with their devoted relationships with their families. The musical doesn't excuse them for what they did or try to explain why they did what they did...In the end you may not want to like them but with the charisma of the characters and understanding somewhat of the desperation they feel, you end up feeling for them.  Bonnie & Clyde is a dark story based on real characters with plenty of murders to remind us of how bloody and real the story is, but there are also many moments of humor and humanity too. AYT doesn't shy away from the adult aspects of the plot and, with impressive performances from Grado and Nichols and clear, precise direction, delivers a winning production."  -Gil Benbrook, Talkin' Broadway (click here to read the complete review)

photos - SOUTH PACIFIC - Fountain Hills Theater

For more information on this production, that runs through September 20th, CLICK HERE

photos: Patty Torrilhon

photos - OF MICE AND MEN - Desert Stages Theatre

For more information on this production, that runs through October 25th, CLICK HERE

photos: Heather Butcher

video - MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING - Greasepaint Youth Theatre

for more information on this production, that runs through September 13th, CLICK HERE

Phoenix Symphony Orchestra's 2015 / 2016 - Broadway concerts

Jason Alexander
January 30, 2016 | 7:30 pm January 31, 2016 | 2:00 pm
SYMPHONY HALL

Long before he became “Seinfeld’s” George Costanza, the vastly talented Jason Alexander was a Tony Award-winning Broadway musical star. Worried this is a concert about “nothing”? Absolutely not… Alexander shares his musical journey and passion for Broadway, stage and screen. Don’t miss this blockbuster night as Jason Alexander makes his Arizona symphonic debut with The Phoenix Symphony in an evening fi lled with the music, humor and fun.

Sinatra Sings Sinatra
February 4, 2016 7:30PM
Ikeda Theatre Mesa Arts Center

Sinatra Sings Sinatra: Join Frank Sinatra Jr. alongside The Phoenix Symphony in a celebration of the music, life, and legend of Frank Sinatra Sr. at Mesa Arts Center. Frank Sinatra Jr. takes the stage delivering a personal recollection of life on and off stage with his iconic father. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind multi-media concert experience including stories, photos, videos and iconic music of Frank Sinatra.

Broadway Legacy
February 6, 2016 7:30PM
Orpheum Theatre

The Broadway of yesteryear returns to the iconic Orpheum Theatre as the The Phoenix Symphony presents favorites from Hello, Dolly!, Mame and La Cage aux Folles. The Broadway Legacy Concert features a cast of Broadway’s top stars performing the toe-tapping, soul-stirring, show-stopping music of Jerry Herman. As a legend of American Music Theatre and one of Broadway’s most beloved icons, composer and lyricist Jerry Herman created a musical legacy that has lit up Broadway for decades. Don’t miss this one night only special performance dedicated to classic Broadway.

The Gershwin Experience: Here to Stay
March 11, 2016 | 7:30 pm March 12, 2016 | 7:30 pm March 13, 2016 | 2:00 pm
SYMPHONY HALL

 “Here to Stay” is a multi-media concert celebrating the genius of George and Ira Gershwin, with hits like “I Got Rhythm,” “Strike Up the Band,” “The Man I Love,” “’S Wonderful,” and other favorites. Featuring leading Grammy award-winning soprano Lisa Vroman and tap dancing sensation Ryan VanDemBoom, this Phoenix Symphony event also showcases rare audio and video footage, family photos and elegant, state-of-the-art visuals of the Gershwin’s. This will be a night of music and entertainment you won’t want to miss!

Piano Man – The Music of Billy Joel 
May 20, 2016 | 7:30 pm
SYMPHONY HALL

Hand-picked by Billy Joel to play the title role in the Broadway musical Moving Out, Grammy and Tony nominated Michael Cavanaugh won the hearts of audiences and critics alike. In this tribute to Billy Joel, hear many of the Piano Man’s biggest hits including “She’s Got a Way”, “New York State of Mind,” “Uptown Girl” and “Just the Way You Are” live with The Phoenix Symphony

Great American Songbook with Kristin Chenoweth 
May 21, 2016 | 7:30 pm May 22, 2016 | 2:00 pm
SYMPHONY HALL

Actress and recording artist Kristin Chenoweth makes her debut with The Phoenix Symphony to close out the 2015/16 APS Pops Series. This multitalented star has e ortlessly transitioned between stage, television and lm. She received a Best Supporting Actress Emmy for her work on Pushing Daisies and a Tony for her performance in You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown, as well as nominations for her roles in Fox’s Glee and Broadway’s Wicked. A veteran of the concert stage Kristin has performed to sold out crowds in concert halls across the country. Make sure to subscribe soon to be able to join Kristin and The Phoenix Symphony for two nights only of magic as she performs songs from Broadway and the Great American Songbook.

ASU's School of Film, Dance and Theatre's 2015 / 2016 Season

ASU School of Film, Dance and Theatre:

Tickets: $16–General; $12–ASU Faculty, Staff + Alumni; $12–Senior; $8–Student

A Streetcar Named Desire

7:30 p.m. Oct. 16–17, 22–23, 24; 2 p.m. Oct. 18, 25

Location: Lyceum Theatre

Directed by Wyatt Kent. Written by Tennessee Williams. This classic of American theatre and cinema follows the fragile and refined Blanche DuBois who has fled to her sister's New Orleans apartment to escape financial ruin. There she is confronted by her own past and fresh calamity in this Southern Gothic tale of lust, lies, brutality and madness. Buy tickets

Dry Land

7:30 p.m. Oct. 30–31, Nov. 1, Nov. 6–8

Location: FAC 133

Directed by William Partlan. Written by Ruby Rae Spiegel. Written by up-and-coming playwright Ruby Rae Spiegel, "Dry Land" tells the story of two high school swimmers, Amy and Ester, who are drawn together by the need to secretly terminate Amy's unwanted pregnancy. An intimate and searing portrait of teenage friendship and desperation set in a girls' locker room. Mature content. Buy tickets

Brooklyn Bridge

7:30 p.m. Nov. 13–14, 19–20, 21; 2 p.m. Nov. 15, 22. (Nov. 20 at 11 a.m., student matinée)

Location: Paul V. Galvin Playhouse

Directed by Ricky Araiza. Written by Melissa James Gibson. Meet Sasha, a ten-year-old with an impending essay deadline, absent parents and no pen. In her quest for a writing utensil and for company, she wanders through her apartment building, where she meets a variety of colorful tenants, who tell her stories about the Brooklyn Bridge and help her to confront her fears. Appropriate for families and young audiences. Buy tickets

Lasso of Truth

7:30 p.m. Feb. 12–13, 18–19, 20; 2 p.m. Feb. 14, 21

Location: Lyceum Theatre

Directed by Pamela Fields. Written by Carson Kreitzer. Bondage, Gloria Steinem and lie detector tests all figure into this racy tale about Wonder Woman's origins and the lasting effects of her legacy. This is a story about the nature of comic books, truth and love. Mature content. Buy tickets

The America Play

7:30 p.m. Feb. 19–21, Feb. 26–28

Location: FAC 133

Directed by Nia Witherspoon. Written by Suzan-Lori Parks. In this contemporary classic of the U.S. American theatre by one of its greatest living playwrights, The Founding Father re-enacts the assassination of Abraham Lincoln again and again beside The Great Hole of History. This production will mark the 10th anniversary of the School of Film, Dance and Theatre's Theatre & Performance of the Americas program. Buy tickets

She Kills Monsters

7:30 p.m. March 25–26, 31, April 1–2; 2 p.m. March 26, April 3

Location: Paul V. Galvin Playhouse

Directed by Lance Gharavi. Written by Qui Nguyen. To rediscover the younger sister she lost to a tragic car accident, Agnes must embark on a quest into deepest, darkest geekdom in this action-packed, 90s-themed romp through the fantasy world of Dungeons & Dragons. The line between fantasy and reality blurs as Agnes battles her own demons and learns to embrace the unordinary. Buy tickets

on display

7:30 p.m. April 15–16, 20–21, 23; 2 p.m. April 17, 24

Location: Lyceum Theatre

Directed by Phil Weaver-Stoesz. Written by John Perovich. Jack, a shut-in artist who lives on the Lower East Side, is faced with tough choices when his mother unexpectedly passes. Mary is determined to get his work into a gallery with the help of a curator, but their innocent partnership develops into a dangerous dance of exploitation. Splatter paintings are a grisly metaphor in this play about art, abuse and revealing the unseen in this world premiere by ASU MFA playwright John Perovich.Buy tickets

ASU Lyric Opera Theatre's 2015 / 2016 Season

ASU Lyric Opera Theatre

Location: Evelyn Smith Music Theatre

Company

7:30 p.m. Sept. 25–26, Oct. 2–3; 2 p.m. Sept. 27, Oct. 4

Sondheim's game-changing musical is a sophisticated and honest look at modern, adult relationships. "Company" is largely regarded as a trailblazer of the dark-comedy, modern-musical genre and is the winner of 7 TONY Awards, including Best Musical, Best Score, Best Lyrics and Best Book. This show is rated PG-13. Buy tickets

Guadalupe: The Opera

7:30 p.m. Nov. 19–21; 2 p.m. Nov. 22

The world premiere of "Guadalupe: The Opera," by ASU School of Music professor and Arizona Governor's Arts Award-winner James DeMars. The story reveals the desperation of the native inhabitants of Mexico in 1531, who are caught in a violent clash between two cultures, and the heroic struggle of Juan Diego to achieve peace for his people through the transformation of Mother Earth to Mother Mary. Lyric arias and powerful choruses are supported by an orchestra including Native American artists R. Carlos Nakai and Xavier Yxayotl. Buy tickets

Grease *Student Workshop Production*

7:30 p.m. Jan. 15–16, 2 p.m. Jan. 16–17

Here is Rydell High's senior class of 1959: duck-tailed, hot-rodding "Burger Palace Boys" and their gum-snapping, hip-shaking "Pink Ladies" in bobby sox and pedal pushers, evoking the look and sound of the 1950s in this rollicking musical. An eight-year run on Broadway and two subsequent revivals, along with innumerable school and community productions, place "Grease" among the world's most popular musicals. Buy tickets

L'elisir d'amore (The Elixir of Love)

7:30 p.m. Feb. 25–27; 2 p.m. Feb. 28

"L'elisir d'amore" is one of the most frequently performed of all Donizetti's operas. It combines a touching love story and hilarious comedy with beautiful music, including the much-loved aria "Una furtiva lagrima." This opera is appropriate for all ages. Buy tickets

The Drowsy Chaperone

7:30 p.m. April 15–16, April 21, April 23; 2 p.m. April 17, April 24

When a die-hard theatre fan plays his favorite cast album, the characters come to life in this hilarious musical farce. Winner of five TONY Awards (including Best Book and Best Original Score), "The Drowsy Chaperone" is a loving send-up of the Jazz Age musical, featuring one show-stopping song and dance number after another. This show is appropriate for all ages. Buy tickets

photos - BONNIE & CLYDE - Actor's Youth Theatre

for more information on this production, that runs through September 12th, CLICK HERE

Photos: Lisa Webb / Southwest Shots Photography

audition notice - A CHRISTMAS CAROL - Hale Centre Theatre - September 18 & 19

Hale Centre Theatre will hold auditions for Charles Dickens A Christmas Carol playing December 3rd – 24th. The show is produced by David and Corrin Dietlein, directed by David Dietlein, music directed by Lincoln Wright and choreographed by Cambrian James.

Performances are Monday – Saturday nights at 5 pm and 8pm with Saturday matinees at 11am and 2pm.


This is Hale’s adaptation of the classic Charles Dickens’ novel. This is a play with music including a few production numbers. ​This optimistic Christmas message shows us that the human spirit is capable of renewal. It’s hopeful message has earned a place of honor in the hearts of generations.

Audition times are as follows:
Children: Friday, September 18, from 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
● Children will not be asked to dance or sing at the audition.
● Children will read one short scene (Little Fan & Boy Scrooge). You can download the sides
under the roles tab.
● A head shot and resume is required to be posted on GreenRoom Connect before auditions.
CLICK HERE to register for a child audition

Adults: Saturday, September 19, from, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
● Readings will be cold from the script when you arrive at the theater.
● Adults need to sing 16 bars of music, an accompanist will be provided.
● Dance will not be required at the audition.
● A head shot and resume is required to be posted on GreenRoom Connect before auditions.
● You can download the sides for the role you wish to read for under the roles tab.
CLICK HERE to register for an adult audition

Call Back’s will be held Friday, September 25th and Saturday, September 26th with rehearsals beginning Saturday, October 17th.

Audition Location
Auditions will be held at the theater located at 50 West Page Avenue in Gilbert. Auditions are by
appointment only.

How to make an appointment
You can sign up for appointments at the links above. Any questions may be emailed to
auditions@haletheatrearizona.com.

Payment
Each adult actor 16 years of age and older will receive a payment of $25 ​per performance. Adults will
receive $45 ​for shows at 2 pm and 5 pm on weekdays. Child actors will be paid $12.50​ for each
performance regardless of time.

Rehearsal Pay
Actors will be given a flat rate rehearsal pay of $150.00.

Double Cast
This show will have two separate casts ​(Red and Green) which accounts for approximately 19
performances for each cast. Mark Kleinman will be returning as Ebenezer Scrooge in the Green cast.

Other notes
This show is an energetic musical adaptation which has great choral work, dance and acting. Each
actor will be very busy throughout the show as there are 22 scenes within 1 hour and 55 minutes.

CASTING
BOB CRATCHIT​:​(35 - 45) Gentle, loving father and husband. Scrooge's overworked underpaid clerk.
A hardworking clerk in Scrooge’s employment. Dedicated to his family, especially his young son Tiny
Tim. Cratchit maintains a kind heart, even in the face of Scrooge’s mean-spiritedness.
FRED​:​(25 - 35) Warm and compassionate, Scrooge’s nephew, feels sorry for the old man, yet still
obligated to him, being family. He is full of Christmas cheer, energetic. Must sing.
FRED’S WIFE​: ​(28 - 35) Tired of the thought of inviting "Uncle Scrooge" over for Christmas dinner
each year.
MARLEY’S GHOST​:​(30 - 55) Scrooge's deceased business partner. Tormented, enslaved sinner.
Returned from the grave to warn Scrooge of the consequences of living the life of a miser.
MRS. CRATCHIT​:​(30 - 40) Strong, kind, Tiny Tim's mother. A wonderful wife and mother, hopeful
and generous.
THE CRATCHIT CHILDREN
MARTHA CRATCHIT​: Oldest daughter in the Cratchit family. A mature and happy young woman.
PETER CRATCHIT​: The oldest son. Fun loving proper English boy who has heart.
BELINDA CRATCHIT​: The second oldest daughter, happy, sweet, loving, energetic.
CAROL CRATCHIT​: The third oldest daughter, happy, sweet, loving, energetic.
DOUG CRATCHIT​: The second oldest boy, happy, sweet, loving, energetic.
TINY TIM​: (6 - 9) Optimistic and gentle spirited. Weak and crippled, but full of true goodness and
hope. More than anyone Tiny Tim embodies the Christmas Spirit.
GHOST OF CHRISTMAS PAST​:​(20-35) Female, ethereal, whimsical and sensitive. Full of the
Christmas spirit.
GHOST OF CHRISTMAS PRESENT​:​(30 - 60) A large jovial man who wears a long cape and has a
wreath on his head.
MR. FEZZIWIG​:​(35 - 55) Robust, optimistic, full of the Christmas spirit. , a portly, jolly man.
MRS. FEZZIWIG​:​(30 - 50) Robust, loving, energetic wife. the cheerful wife of Mr. Fezziwig the
banker. Happy to reach out and help her fellow man. Later, become poor and can't understand why
Scrooge won't help her husband.
DICK WILKENS​:​(17 - 22) Young Scrooge's best friend. Energetic. Stage fight combat a plus.
OLD JOE​:​(40 - 60) Crooked pawnshop owner.
CHARWOMEN​:​(30 - 50) Character roles, energetic.
BOY SCROOGE​:​(7 - 12) Lonely, quiet and sensitive. He desperately misses his parents and wants to
find a home of his own.
YOUNG SCROOGE​: (20-30) Ambitious, selfish.
BELLE​:​(18-30) Beautiful, kind, sensitive. Young Scrooge's Fiancé. Young, beautiful and goodhearted.
Truly in love with young Ebenezer. Happy with the simple things in life - friends, family, and the joy
that comes from loving someone and being loved in return.
LITTLE FAN​:​(10 -14) Happy, sweet. Boy Scrooge's little sister.
NARRATORS​:​(20 - 50) Male and female. Strong, resonant voices.
CHORUS​:​(16-45) Male and female singers, actors and dancers. Some character roles will be cast
from the chorus.

promo photos - HYSTERIA - Southwest Shakespeare Company

photos: Sara Chambers

Enter the WICKED Lottery to get $25 tickets to the show!

$25 dollar seats available in the WICKED Lottery!

A day-of-performance lottery for a limited number of orchestra seats will be held for WICKED.

Two and one-half hours prior to each performance, people who present themselves at the ASU Gammage Box Office will have their names placed in a lottery drum; 30 minutes later, names will be drawn for a limited number of orchestra seats at $25 each, cash only.

For more information on Wicked, that runs at Gammage through October 4th, click here

audition notice - SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE - Fountain Hills Theater - September 19 & 22

Written by James Lapine & Stephen Sondheim
Director: Damon Bolling
Music Director: Tim Fiscus

Rehearsals Begin: 09/26/2015
Performance Dates: 11/06/2015 – 11/22/2015

Synopsis
Inspired by George Seurat’s masterpiece, “A Sunday on La Grande Jatte,” this Pulitzer Prize-winning musical imagines the life of the artist and the people he painted. At turns heartbreaking and humorous, Sunday in the Park with George explores the tension between life and art.

Character Breakdown

George: In Act 1: George Seurat, a rather cold artist obsessed with his work at the cost of his personal life. Constantly troubled and borderline obsessive. Act 2: Seurat’s burnt-out descendant and inventor-sculpture searching for his purpose. In the end, he is able to use his connection to the past to find the meaning in a blank canvas. Male, 25-40 yrs old. Range: G#2 – Ab4.

Dot/Marie: As Dot, George’s headstrong mistress and occasional model so discontent with their relationship that she eventually leaves him. As Marie, George’s elderly wheelchair-bound grandmother who helps him connect to his artistry through her grammar book notes. Female, 20-40 yrs old. Range: E3 – D5.

Old Lady: George’s mother. A cranky and rather demanding fixture in the park. She is able to find solace in nostalgia, and inspires George to find order in his art. Optional Doubling as BLAIR DANIELS. Female, 60-80 yrs old. Range: F#3 – Eb5.

Nurse: The Old Lady’s attendant. She is calming and assertive. Optional Doublings include HARRIET PAWLING and MRS. Female, 40-60 yrs old. Range: G3 – F4.

Jules: A rival artist. Callous, critical, and ultimately shallow. He forces Frieda to engage in extramarital affairs. Optional Doubling as BOB GREENBERG. Male, 25-45 yrs old. Range: G2 – F4.

Yvonne: Jules’ pampered wife. She is as snippy and snooty as her husband. Optional Doubling as NAOMI EISEN. Female, 25-35 yrs old. Range: E3 – Eb5.

Boatman: A surly blue-collared laborer, simple-minded and slovenly. Optional Doubling as CHARLES REDMOND. Male, 35-60 yrs old Range: Eb2 – Eb4

Celeste #1: A young shop girl, gossipy and flirtatious. Her friendship with the other Celeste is strained when they fight over the Soldier and his companion. Optional Doubling as A WAITRESS. Female, 18-30 yrs old. Range: B3 – G5.

Celeste #2: Another young shop girl, gossipy and flirtatious. Her friendship with the other Celeste is strained when they fight over the Soldier and his companion. Optional Doubling as ELAINE. Female, 18-30 yrs old. Range: A3 – G5.

Louise: Jules and Yvonne’s spoiled little girl. She faces neglect and abuse from her parents, despite being honest. Optional Doubling as BOY. Female, 8-12 yrs old. Range: G3 – Eb5.

Franz: Jules’s German coachman and Freida’s husband. Disgruntled with his job. Has a bit of a temper and secretly yearns for the Nurse. Optional Doubling as DENNIS. Male, 30-50 yrs old. Range: B2 – G4.

Frieda: Jules and Yvonne’s cook and Franz’s wife. Caring and positive as a surrogate nanny to Louise. Forced by Jules into an affair. Optional Doublings include BETTY and YOUNG MAN. Female, 35-55 yrs old. Range: G3 – F5.

Soldier: A French military man, polite and gentlemanly. Close with his companion, though he yearns for a separation. Optional Doubling as ALEX. Male, 20-35 yrs old Range: A2 – F4

Louis: A baker who Dot starts seeing to make George jealous. Kind, friendly, and very popular, but a bit dull. Optional Doublings include BILLY WEBSTER and MAN. Male, 35-55 yrs old. Range: B2 – A4.

Additional Info

FHT is delighted to have the talented Damon Bolling taking the helm of Sunday in the Park with George.

What To Prepare

Auditioners are asked to prepare 16 – 32 bars of a song that best shows off their voice. An accompanist is provided. Please provide sheet music in the correct key. No pre-recorded music, please. Please bring resume and headshot if possible. Callbacks will follow the Tuesday auditions and will consist of singing from the show.

Call For Crew

We are looking for a highly qualified costumer for this production. Stipend pay.

Audition Details

Fountain Hills Theater
11445 N. Saguaro Blvd
Fountain Hills, Arizona 85268

FHT is located 1 1/2 miles north of Shea Blvd on Saguaro in Fountain Hills which is northeast of Scottsdale.

Appointment Contact
Allison Hacker
(480)837-9661
allison@fhtaz.org

Audition Dates and Times:
Saturday, Sept 19th beginning at 3:00pm
Tuesday, Sept 22 beginning at 7:00pm.

Callback Dates and Times:
Callbacks, if needed, to follow the Tuesday auditions.