AUDITION NOTICE: Fire Exit Theatre

AUDITION NOTICE for

The Savannah Disputation

By Evan Smith

Directed by Barrett Hileman

 

Audition Dates: Tuesday, August. 28th  (6:00 – 10:00 p.m.)

Callbacks: Friday, August 31st (5:00 – 8:00 p.m.)

 With FIRE EXIT THEARE

Audition Location: Rocky Mountain College (Studio 3)

4039 Brentwood Rd. NW (near Brentwood C-Train stop)

PLEASE PREPARE: One (1) 60-second contemporary, comedic monologue. You may be asked to cold read.

Play Summary: Two aging sisters’ lives are interrupted by a young door-to-door evangelist. Things take a turn for the unexpected (and hilarious) when they invite the evangelist and the local parish priest to dinner at the same time. A sort of theological Golden Girls, at the intersection of theology and real life.

Character Breakdown:

These are comical, paradoxical characters from the American South. They are real people, not caricatures. They are lower middle class, with specific, deeply-held ideological beliefs.

MARY: The oldest sister. Elderly. Agile spark plug who can be physical when necessary. A no-nonsense, like-able, cranky firecracker who says what she thinks and refuses to be taken advantage of. Strong personality required. Able to truthfully reveal underlying pain when the moment comes.

MARGARET: The younger sister. Elderly. A bit wide-eyed and genuinely friendly to everyone. Can’t say no – can get taken advantage of. Literally frightened by conflict to the point she leaves the room. She is unsettled by big words, heady doctrine, and strong opinions. Courageous in her pursuit of truth.

MELISSA: 30’s (needs to look older than 25). Direct, earnest, confident. Blond (“Natural, with highlights for lift”). Loves Jesus. Wants to love a man. Well-groomed, always does her hair and make-up. Think of her as a southern cheerleader with the best of intentions, and a history of bad luck with men. Her loneliness and desire to do good are both real.

FATHER MURPHY: Middle-aged. Priest. Author. Intellectual. A man who lives a life of the mind. He is settled in life and his little routines. Not easily ruffled or engaged. Honest.

Show Dates: November 28 – Dec. 2

Tech Rehearsals: November 24-27

Rehearsals: September – November (2-3 days a week) evenings and weekends

Val Lieske

Artistic Director-Fire Exit Theatre

val@fireexit.ca

www.fireexit.ca

AUDITIONS: Heritage Park

Auditions: Halloween and Christmas Productions – Heritage Park

Heritage Park is pleased to announce auditions for its Ghouls Night Out Production: “The Potion Dungeon” by Trevor Matheson and its Once Upon a Christmas Production: “Misdeeds at Mistletoe Mine” by Tim Koening.

The Potion Dungeon – Guests will enter the Gunn’s Dairy barn and create potions: supernatural spells and cure alls. Wizard Wildamore then leads a ‘Potions 101’ wizardry class. During the vignette many things go bad with his four patients. Then a few of the guest’s potions are used to calm the situation. Vignette’s are scripted, but will alter each character’s state based on the particular type of potion used. Performances are continuous throughout the evening, as guests filter in and out of the exhibit.

ROLES ~ The Potion Dungeon

Professor Wildamore – A wizard based on Dumbledore from Harry Potter, could be male or female.

Lurch – A male scholar who is un-inspired.

Wolf Man – A wolf man captured in Dead Man’s Flats.

Medusa – A powerful, mad woman who can turn people to stone.

Frankenstein’s Patient – Just looking for a place to belonging.

Misdeed at Mistletoe Mine – A 40 minute melodrama performed in the Canmore Opera House. Poor little Holly Hock. Orphaned, she has inherited a gold mine with no gold and a hotel with no guests. Her aunt, Rose Bush, has taken both her and the failing business under her wing. When handsome Redmond Wood rides into town, the future suddenly looks promising for Rose and Holly, but the villainous Mayor William Z. Lucifer has other plans. With the help of femme fatale Chiquita Rosarita Ricardo, Mayor Lucifer concocts a plan to drive Red out of town and take custody of Holly, thereby inheriting the hotel and gold mine. Due to the “sanity clause” of the adoption agreement, Lucifer just needs to prove Rose Bush unfit for guardianship, which he attempts to do by drugging Rose’s drink and calling the Matron in to witness her strange behavior! Tough-as-nails Matron Tucson Tessie and the locals of Hillcrest and the Hillcrest Inn will entertain audiences with this highly comical melodrama full of wit and physical humor.

ROLES ~ Misdeeds at Mistletoe Mine

Stubby Nuggets ~ An old prospector; narrator Diogenes ~ Young Stubby; desk clerk at the Yule Fall Inn; non-speaking Redmond “Red” Wood ~ Handsome hero with a scandalous secret Rose Bush ~ Beautiful heroine; pure as the driven snow Holly Hock ~ Charming, young orphan girl, niece to Rose.

William Z. Lucifer, ESQ ~ Evil mayor of Hill Crest; also a lawyer Chiquita Rosarita Ricardo ~ Brazen femme fatale with a heavy Cuban accent Tucson Tessie ~ Tough-as-nails matron of Hill Crest.

Production Schedule:

Rehearsals will take place during the beginning of October for both productions and the commitment will be two evening rehearsals per week from 6pm to 9:30pm.

Performances for “The Potion Dungeon” for the Ghouls Night Out Event are on October 25th to 28th from 6pm to 9pm.

Performances for “Misdeeds at Mistletoe Mine” for the Once Upon a Christmas Event are on Saturdays and Sundays: November 24-25, December 1-2, 8-9,15-16, 22-23 at 1pm and 3pm. Roles for this production are generally double cast and actors must be able to commit to being available for either a Saturday or Sunday for performances.

Open auditions for all roles will take place at Heritage Park:

Sunday September 30th (Day and evening) Monday October 1st (6pm to 9pm)

Audition Requirements:

* A cold read from the play

Participation in both productions is voluntary. Please e-mail tmatheson@heritagepark.ab.ca for more information or to book your audition time.

Trevor Matheson

Artistic Liaison

Telephone 403.612.8044

tmatheson@heritagepark.ab.ca

HOW MANY SPOTS ARE LEFT FOR FALL CLASSES?!

FALL REGISTRATION: HOW MANY SPOTS ARE LEFT?

Registration is really picking up at the studio and most classes have very few spots remaining -DO NOT DELAY!

Company of Rogues is now accepting registrations for the following courses:

Advanced scene & Spoon River monologue work using demanding scripted material to challenge the actor.  In the Fall session, actors work from the modern era (1880-1950).

Prereq: Essentials of Acting
Admission subject to interview with instructor.
Call to book an interview

Instructor: Joe-Norman Shaw
MONDAYS
Sept 10 - Nov 19
6:30-11:00PM 3 SPOTS LEFT!!
$665 + GST

Scene & Spoon River monologue work using demanding scripted material to challenge the actor.
In the Fall session, actors work from the modern era (1880-1950).

Prereq: Essentials of Acting
Admission subject to interview with instructor.
Call to book an interview

Instructor: Joe-Norman Shaw
WEDNESDAYS
Sept 12 - Nov 21
6:30 - 11:00PM CALL FOR NUMBERS!!
$665 +GST

Essentials of Film & TV
The development of on-camera acting technique through scene work and the audition process.
Prereq: Essentials of Acting
Instructor: Joe-Norman Shaw
Begins: Sept 8 or Oct 20
(6 weeks) 10:00-1:30PM CALL FOR NUMBERS!!
$380 + GST

Essentials of Acting
The principles of acting are developed through scene work and improvisation.
Instructor: Aaron Coates
Begins: Sept 8 or Oct 20
(6 weeks) 1:30-5:30PM CALL FOR NUMBERS!!
$380 + GST
*Note: This class is a prerequisite to all other classes

TEEN: Acting Exploration
Explore a scene from first read to final performance

Instructor: Meaghan Farhall

Sept 11 - Nov 20

6:00 - 9:00PM CALL FOR NUMBERS!!

$275 +GST

Why should I study at Company of Rogues? How does Rogues compare with other schools?

Every Instructor at Company of Rogues is a working professional. This means that your Instructor has up-to-date industry information that informs your education. They bring home the goods to you from being on set, actively auditioning and also Directing. This is the Studio to come to for up-to-date industry informed training in Western Canada. Our well rounded Instructors are working as ACTORS/DIRECTORS/WRITERS/and INSTRUCTORS. Training professional actors in Calgary since 1996 Company of Rogues was established in Vancouver in 1993. How do we compare? Read below.
What Makes Rogues Training Different Than Other Schools?
Our training is rooted in the tradition espoused by the major studios in NYC and other American based institutions. From the teachings of Constantin Stanislavski and his interpretations through Sanford Meisner and Uta Hagen, our focus is on "authentic performance". This is based on the Stanislavski concept of "the actor living the part". Working from the first person, subjective tradition, an actor’s performance is deeply rooted in truthful human behaviour and emotion. This authenticity is the hallmark of many of the great, New York trained American film/stage actors—like Marlon Brando, Al Pacino, Robert DeNiro, Jessica Lange, Faye Dunaway, Diane Keaton, Phillip Seymour Hoffman and Harvey Keitel, to name a few.

At Rogues, we train actors to apply this authentic style of acting to both theatre and film. Our actors have an honesty and raw emotional power not taught by most other actor training programs in Canada that are based in other traditions. While we provide training in all aspects of the craft including Voice, Movement, Scene Study and Shakespeare, setting us apart is our in-depth classes in Meisner Technique and Acting for Film & TV. It is our belief that a well-trained actor can work in all mediums if their work is grounded in the truth of human behaviour and emotion; this is the essence of an "authentic performance style". This is what separates us from other actor training programs.

Reasons to Choose Rogues
• Customized programs free of academic requirements
• Instructors are working professionals
• Most classes offered evenings & weekends (allows for employment during training)
• Strong ties to the professional Film and Theatre communities in Calgary and Vancouver
• Is represented at Theatre Alberta’s annual EMERGE Auditions
• Actors are actively sought by local/regional agents, casting directors, film makers and theatre companies
• Lifetime Mentorship
• Flexible Payment Plans
Company of Rogues Actors’ Studio provides a positive environment that fosters the development of the individual actor within a supportive ensemble of highly dedicated creative artists.
We invite you to audit our classes and discover why Company of Rogues is the place to be.

Also visit our website www.corogues.com for additional information on the studio, including biographies of our Instructors.

AUDITION NOTICE: University of Calgary Operetta Company

*** OPEN AUDITIONS ***

*From the composer that brought us WICKED*

*The* *University of Calgary Operetta Company* is proud to present

*“Children of Eden”*

*Book by John Caird    Music and Lyrics by Stephen Schwartz*

*Directed by Colleen Whidden *

*Orchestra Directed by Wendy J. Freeman*

*Choreographed by Jocelyn Hoover    *

*Produced by Byron Redd*

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This audition is *Open Call* to all *students* and all *community members*.

There will be a call for *pit orchestra musicians*; please email info@ucalgaryoperetta.ca to get on the call list.

*AUDITIONS FOR ALL PERFORMERS (Actors / Singers / Dancers)*

*University of Calgary, Craigie Hall ~ Room # F202 (Music Department)*

Fri, Sep 7th from 17:30h to 22:00h

Sat, Sep 8th from 12:00h to 22:00h

Thu, Sep 13th from 17:30h to 22:00h

Fri, Sep 14th from 17:30h to 22:00h

*BOOKING YOUR AUDITION*

Visit: *http://ucalgary.ca/operetta/eden-auditions *to *SCHEDULE *your time and *DOWNLOAD* the required audition material packet.

*DANCE AUDITION *

If you wish to be considered for any dance sections of the show, please sign up for a dance audition as well.  Dance auditions will be in a group format and will be separate from the acting/singing audition. You will be asked to learn an original dance during the audition with a choreographer, so please wear character shoes, jazz shoes or appropriate dance footwear.

Please ensure hair is tied back from your face.

*PRODUCTION DATES*

*January 3-19, 2013 *

Evening shows ~ Wed-Sun ~ 7pm     Saturday and Sunday matinees ~ 1pm

Venue: University Theatre on the University of Calgary campus

*REHEARSAL SCHEDULE* (subject to change)

Rehearsals will begin Sep 20th with a full read with lead characters.

Full Cast rehearsals will begin Sep 21st in room F202 and run until mid-December.

Leads: Thursday (18:00h-21:00h) and Friday (18:00h-21:00h)

Chorus: Friday (18:00h-21:00h)  and occasional Thursdays

There will be a few weekend rehearsals with the orchestra – dates are TBA.

Rehearsals will resume in early-January (around January 2nd or 3rd).

A rehearsal schedule for the entire production will be emailed to you after the cast list is posted.

*COURSE CREDIT* ~ this show may be taken for university course credit, please visit our site for info:

http://www.ucalgary.ca/operetta/coursecredit/ or email Colleen Whidden at operetta@ucalgary.ca.

*CHARACTERS*

FATHER - Baritone - Age 40-70

ADAM / NOAH - Tenor - Age 20-40

EVE / MRS NOAH - Soprano - Age 20-40

CAIN / JAPHETH - Tenor - Age 18-25

ABEL / HAM - Tenor/Baritone - Age 18-25

SETH / SHEM - Tenor/Baritone - Age 18-25

YONAH - Alto - Age 17-28

YOUNG CAIN - Age 7-15

YOUNG ABEL - Age 7-15

STORYTELLERS / ANIMALS – Ensemble chorus, Ages 8-99 and all vocal ranges

Please email info@ucalgaryoperetta.ca with any questions.

*EQUITY NOTICE*

*Equity members, please note that UCalgary Operetta Co. produces shows on a volunteer, recreational basis, we do not pay actors under any circumstances.

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*“Children of Eden” is presented by special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).

IMPORTANT STUDIO ANNOUNCEMENT

~Studio Directors moving on~
2012-2013 Year of Study: Last chance to train with Christianne Hirt and Joe-Norman Shaw in Calgary.

Company of Rogues Actors Studio continues to flourish in its’ 17th exciting year as Calgary's most respected independent training centre for actors at all stages of their development. Rogues’ Studio has been a vital creative voice in the Calgary community, both through classes and productions, since 1996. While over the years we’ve enjoyed our creative home and it continues to thrive, we feel it’s finally time to move on and pursue other creative opportunities. Therefore, Studio Directors, Christianne Hirt and Joe-Norman Shaw, are currently considering relocation options in Toronto or Vancouver following the 2012-2013 Year of Study. This decision comes after much soul searching and with a lot of gratitude for all the success and support the studio has garnered from the community over the years.

It's both with the sadness of leaving and the excitement of seeking new horizons that we’ve come to this transformative place. It is our hope that we have your support for our journey, as we also hope that we’ve been a support to yours. As for the future of Company of Rogues in Calgary and beyond, that is yet to be determined.

Therefore, the 2012-2013 Year of Study is the last year you will be able to study with Christianne and Joe in our Calgary studio. We look forward to this next year of fostering your artistic growth. To all Rogues’ students past and present, both Christianne and Joe are deeply grateful for having the opportunity to work with you and share in your creative journey. It’s our intention that the final year at Rogues is our most exciting, dynamic and successful.

AUDITION NOTICE-Front Row Centre

Monty Python's Spamalot (CAST AUDITIONS)

Book & Lyrics by Eric Idle

Music by John Du Prez & Eric Idle

A new musical lovingly ripped off from the motion picture "Monty Python and the Holy Grail"

 From the original screenplay by Graham Chapman, John Cleese, Terry Gilliam, Eric Idle, Terry Jones, Michael Palin

Original Broadway Production produced by Boyett Ostar Productions, The Shubert Organization, Arielle Tepper Madover, Stephanie McClelland/Lawrence Horowitz, Elan V McAllister/Allan S. Gordon, Independent Producers Network, Roy Furman, GRS Associates, Jam Theatricals, TGA Entertainment, Live Nation Directed by Janos Zeller Musical Direction by Naomi Williams Choreography by Danielle Desmarais

For More Information or to Book your Audition:

Visit www.frontrowcentre.ca/auditions

Call 403-246-8505, Extension 3.

Audition Dates:

Monday September 3rd,2012 6:30-10:00

Wednesday September 5th,2012 6:30-10:00

Friday September 7th,2012 6:30-10:00

Saturday, September 8th 8:30 - 12:00

Callbacks:

Callbacks will be held on Saturday, Sep 8th at 1:00 PM. Everyone who auditions will be informed if they are required for Callbacks via email on Friday night, or by phone if they make special arrangements.

About the Show

Run Dates: January 11th - 26th, 2013, Victor Mitchell Theatre - Pumphouse Theatres PLEASE NOTE: For the week prior to opening (beginning Sunday January 6th), please expect a rehearsal or other activity on each day.

Always look on the bright side of life

Lovingly ripped off from the classic film comedy Monty Python and the Holy Grail, Spamalot retells the legend of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table. This hilarious musical sticks close to the original legend*, but features a bevy of beautiful show girls, not to mention cows, killer rabbits, and French people.

FRC is proud to present one of the country’s first non-professional productions of Monty Python’s Spamalot! With numbers like “The Song That Goes Like This” and “Always Look on the Bright Side of Life”, this Tony Award winner for Best Musical will have you rolling in the aisles (and did we mention the bevy of beautiful show girls?)*No it doesn't.

We dine well here in Camelot, we eat ham and jam and spam a lot!

Audition Location

Auditions are held at the Beddington Heights Community Arts Centre.

375 Bermuda Dr NW, Calgary, AB

Audition Requirements

Members of Equity and ACTRA please note that as FRC produces shows on a volunteer, recreational basis, we will not pay any professional association fees, such as the fees stipulated by Equity’s Amateur Guest Artist policy, under any circumstances whatsoever.

Please prepare a comedic monologue or joke, or you may use one of the Monty Python sketches listed on our website at http://www.frontrowcentre.ca/auditions and there will be someone in the audition who you will play opposite with.

For more inspiration, check out this database of Monty Python sketches:

http://orangecow.org/pythonet/sketches/

For your Music audition:

Prepare a comedic musical theatre piece (No more than 3 minutes long, not from Spamalot) which displays your vocal capabilities. Please bring a backing track or your own accompanist (a piano will be provided). No a-cappella.

Women who are auditioning for Lady of the Lake (aka The Diva) should be prepared to show virtuosity and complete command of their singing voice. You may choose any pop/jazz/musical theatre piece that can do this in three minutes...comedic not required but is encouraged.

There will be a group choreography audition after every 5 auditions, so please prepare for that after your audition is finished.

Rehearsals

Read through will be on Wednesday, Sep 12th; The first rehearsal will begin Saturday, Sep 15th.

Sep 15th to Oct 28th:

Rehearsals will be held every Wednesday at 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM and every Saturday from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Oct 29th to Dec 22nd:

Rehearsals will be every Monday and Wednesday from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM and every Saturday from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM (rehearsing 3 times a week).

Rehearsals will then break for the holidays and resume on Wednesday, Jan 2nd and Saturday, Jan 5th; before we move into the theatre on Sun, Jan 6th.

Please visit our website at www.frontrowcentre.ca/auditions for a full

list of available roles.

For More Information or to Book your Audition:

Visit www.frontrowcentre.ca/auditions

Call 403-246-8505, Extension 3.

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Veronica Mack, Producer, Spamalot

Secretary, Front Row Centre Players Society

Calgary's Premier Community Musical Theatre Company

http://www.frontrowcentre.ca

Call 403 246-8505