Friday, January 25, 2019

Thursday, January 24, 2019

Audition Notice: The Wedding Singer

AUDITION NOTICE: The Wedding Singer

Book by Chad Begeulin and Tim Herlihy
Music by Matthew Skar
Lyrics by Chad Beguelin

Based on the New Line Cinema Film
Written by Tim Herlihy
Directed & Choreographed
by Danielle Desmarais and Jeffrey Diodati
Musical Direction by Chelsea Wellman


Where:
When:
Sunday February 17th,2019
Tuesday February 19th,2019
Thursday February 21st,2019
Callbacks:
Callbacks, should they be required, will be held Tuesday, February 26 at 6:30 PM.

*Note that specific numbers will be required to be prepared for callbacks (see character notes), and these will be emailed during callback notifications
Show Run Dates:
June 14th - 29th, 2019
In the Beddington Theatre Arts Centre

For more information or to Book Your Audition:
Visit our website at www.frontrowcentre.ca
Call 403-246-8585 Extension 3


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.
Each auditioner should prepare their best minute each of two musical theatre numbers, satisfying the following requirements:

- one 80's era rock song
- one contrasting Musical Theatre song

Both songs should highlight vocal range and ability to portray character.

Please note that auditioners should bring backing tracks or an accompanist (piano will be provided, but no accompanist). A capella auditions will not be accepted.

Auditioners should be prepared to remain for a dance call at the end of each hour. Please bring dance shoes and clothing you can move in.
Visit our website (www.frontrowcentre.ca/auditions/) for detailed role information.



Wednesday, January 23, 2019

Audition Notice: A Doll's House

A Doll’s House: Wild Rose : Audition Notice
ABOUT THE PLAY + ADAPTATION

Henrik Ibsen’s A Doll’s House first premiered in Denmark on December 21st, 1879: It shook the theatre world.

Nora, a married woman, lacks self-fulfilment in a male dominated world. But determining her destiny disrupts society’s foundation. But what happens when our Nora finds herself in present day Alberta? Does she face a similar dilemma? How have her options changed? And more importantly, does she choose a new beginning?

This production is currently being adapted and will be workshopped. Should you be cast your input prior to script lock will be vital, approaching the text with a willingness to play and adapt to changes is a necessity.

Available Roles: Caucasian, Male (35-45). Any ethnicity, Male (25-35)


To Submit:

Please submit a one minute, self-tape, contemporary monologue to info@diytheatre.org by Friday, January 25th, 5pm.

Compensation: Honourium + profit share option

Performance Dates:

April 4th – 13th with matinees on Saturday & Sunday (no Sunday evening show, no Monday show). Performances will take place at Motel Theatre, Arts Commons.

There are mandatory workshops on Saturday, January 26th and February 2nd from 4pm to 8pm. Rehearsals will likely commence around the last week of February 3 times a week in Calgary (exact times are subject to performer availability).

Director: Kaleigh Richards Assistant Director: Christi Dos Santos-Wing Producer: Tereasa Maillie Stage Management: Brit Michelle Repper

Friday, January 18, 2019

Background Needed: Unpaid Postitions

BACKGROUND NEEDED: UnPaid Positions

We're looking for Background/Extras for our romantic comedy, Just Ask.
Just Ask is about a timid coffee shop manager who is dared by her know-it-all barista to ask one of her customers out on a date.

Date: Monday, January 21st
Time: 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Location: SAIT Campus - Orpheus Theatre
Role: Audience member at a live performance
Interested? Email justaskfilm@gmail.com
Let us know you can make it AND how many people you can bring with you. We'll have refreshments and snacks at the theatre for you. Since this is a volunteer mentorship, we have no additional funding to pay for actors, crew or our lovely Background talent - sorry, maybe next time!
This short film which has been made possible by the Herland Video Production & Mentorship Program (http://herland.ca) which will allows women an opportunity to explore their creative vision with the goal of making a personal short film. These women acquire skills and experience in the art of filmmaking as they progress through the filmmaker’s journey. The goal is to put the power of image-making and storytelling into the hands of local, diverse women with limited access and/or experience, and to foster a spirit of collaboration in safe and open environment.

Monday, January 14, 2019

Audition Notice: Blend Vocal Association Choir

Blend Vocal Association seeks new members to join for our spring season, starting Thursday January 17th. We are a 14 voice female choir, performing 4 part arrangements of many genres from folk to jazz to rock to contemporary.  

We're auditioning for alto voices at this time. The ability to read music is a requirement and we memorize our repertoire for performance.  Solo opportunities are numerous if you've got the right stuff!  Our Spring concert will be on Saturday May 4th at the Riverpark church in Marda Loop.  Our theme for this concert is Journeys and Destinations and we are very excited about the varied and challenging repertoire this year.

We rehearse at the Calgary Girls School Lakeview on Thursday nights from 7 to 9.  Choir fees are $250 per term. Our spring weekend workshop is March 9-10.  

To arrange an audition, please fill out the form under the "Audition" tab on our website, http://www.blendvocal.com/join-blend/. Auditions will be held Thursday January 17th from 6-7 p.m. at the Calgary Girls' School and require a prepared solo piece, either acapella or with your own recorded backup.

Come sing with a bunch of wonderful musicians and all round great people!

Friday, January 4, 2019

Audition Notice: Jesus Christ Superstar


AUDITION NOTICE: JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR

The Painted Fish Performing Arts Society would really appreciate your distribution of the following announcement:


Last Chance for Auditions for Jesus Christ Superstar!

January 7, 2019  6:30 - 9:00 P.M.  2236-35 Street S.E.

Contact Marian Hamilton, Director for an audition time at 403.827.3050 or email at mjmusik@yahoo.ca




Further Information:

Rehearsals: Monday nights 7-9 PM  at 2236 - 35 St. S.E.  (off Deerfoot Trail and 17th Ave.S.E.) (Beginning January 21)  and every second Saturday beginning February 2

Show Dates: May 30, 31, June 1  (2 shows) , June 2, June 6,7 8 (2 shows) 9 , 2019

Theater: Cite des Rocheuses Theatre, 4800 Richard Road SW

Director: Marian Hamilton

Musical Directors: Nancy Thomson, Rejean Campbell

Cast Required:    Women, Men, children ages 7+ (must be able to read)

Experience Level: Painted Fish is a theatre company that encourages talented individuals with little experience due to life circumstances (read - too busy before now, or too shy before now!)

Jesus Christ Superstar is the story of the last days of the life of Jesus, told from Judas's point of view.