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Valley Youth Theatre auditioning for “Dora The Explorer Live! Dora’s Pirate Adventure”

Administrator — Wed, 10 Aug 2011 18:46:46 +0000

The Valley Youth Theatre will hold auditions for “Dora The Explorer Live: Dora’s Pirate Adventure”. Auditions will be held Tuesday August 16 and 17 at 3:30 p.m, at the Valley Youth Theatre, 525 N. First St. (Southeast corner of First and Fillmore Streets) in Phoenix.

There is no fee to participate in our main stage productions, but parents and family are asked to volunteer to help with set construction, costumes and front of house during rehearsals and the run of the show.

People interested in auditioning should bring a photo with name, age, address and phone number on the back (School photos or home snapshots are accepted); sheet music/cd and perform one song or ballad. (Accompaniment is provided); a performing arts resume or a list of prior performances, experience or special skills (if applicable).

Participants should be prepared for a cold reading of the script and should dress in appropriate clothing and bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the audition process.

VYT is in its fourth season of its groundbreaking scholarship program. If cast; each cast member will earn $300 toward their college education. When the performer turns 18 and enters college, the money will be distributed throughout their college career. No other youth theatre in the country offers such a program.

For more information 602-253-8188 or visit www.VYT.com.

BALLET ARIZONA INVITES YOUNG DANCERS TO AUDITION FOR THE NUTCRACKER THIS SUNDAY SEPT. 12, 2010

Administrator — Fri, 10 Sep 2010 22:48:31 +0000

Ballet Arizona is excited to involve children from the greater Phoenix area and make The Nutcracker more accessible to the community. The Nutcracker provides the chance for local children to dance with professionals in Arizona’s greatest holiday tradition – making lifetime memories.

When: Sunday, September 12th, 2010

Where: Ballet Arizona Studios located at 3645 E. Indian School Road. Phoenix, AZ 85018. Please use East entrance.

For more information: www.balletaz.org

Hale Centre Auditions for Seven Brides for Seven Brothers

Administrator — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 18:55:56 +0000

Hale Centre Theatre will hold auditions Monday August 24, for Seven Brides for Seven Brothers playing October 15 – November 28th, 2009. The show will be produced by David and Corrin Dietlein, directed and choreographed by Cambrian James. Call back’s will be held on Wednesday August 26th. Monday’s audition will consist of two parts: the dance call at 7PM, and singing at 8PM. Be prepared to sing 16 bars of music, an accompanist will be provided. Be prepared to move for the dance call. Those auditioning for the roles of “Millie” and “Adam” only, do not need to attend the 7PM dance call, but you will need to attend the singing portion of the audition beginning at 8PM. ALL ACTORS NEED TO SCHEDUDLE AUDITION APPOINTMENTS BY CALLING THE BOX OFFICE AT: 480-497-1181. Auditions will be held at the Hale Theater located at 50 West Page Avenue in Gilbert, 85233. Performances run Thurs. – Sat. evenings with Saturday matinees at 3PM. A gas stipend of $300.00 will be given to each actor.
Character Breakdown
Milly (Mezzo, 25 – 35) A spunky, independent woman. Marries Adam. Must move well.

Adam Pontipee (Baritone, 30 – 40) A bull-headed, rugged countryman but earnest bachelor.

Gideon (Tenor, 16 – 20) The youngest Pontipee. Earnest & naive. Must dance

Benjamin, Caleb, Daniel, Ephraim, Frank (20 – 35) Pontipee brothers. All must dance

Alice, Dorcas, Ruth, Liza, Martha, Sarah (16 – 35) Pontipee brides. All must sing and dance .

Rival Suitors: Jeb, Carl, Luke, Matt, Joel, Zeke. All must dance.

Townspeople: Preacher, Mr. Bixby, Mrs. Bixby, Mr. Perkins, Mrs. Perkins

The Director:

Cambrian James is an accomplished dancer, actor, director and award-winning choreographer. Productions Cambrian has directed/choreographed at HCT include JOSEPH…, THE SCARLET PIMPERNEL, THE MUSIC MAN, LUCKY STIFF, SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN, and THE LITTLE MERMAID. Productions he choreographed at HCT include FOOTLOOSE, FOREVER PLAID, CHRISTMAS CAROL, CAMELOT, BRIGADOON, and most recently THE KING AND I. Last September Cambrian directed/choreographed BLACKBEARD at the Herberger Theatre. Up coming productions include TWO BY TWO at Tempe Little Theatre, and THE SOUNDS OF PLAID at Greasepaint Youth Theatre. Cambrian will also be directing/choreographing this years AriZoni awards ceremony. Cambrian is the proud recipient of four AriZoni awards, with an additional five nominations this year.

AUDITIONS FOR 2009/10 SEASON TO BE HELD AUGUST 13

Administrator — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 17:51:43 +0000

The Sonoran Desert Chorale invites area singers to audition for its 2009/10 on August 13. Singers from all voice parts are encouraged to audition for the 60 member Chorus, whose season runs from October through May. Auditions will be scheduled by appointment only and interested singers are asked to call 480-892-1094 or email auditions@sonorandesertchorale.org to reserve their audition time. For general information about the Sonoran Desert Chorale please visit www.sonorandesertchorale.org