Audition Notice: Out of Our Heads

Out Of Our Heads is coming to Calgary with a sketch comedy show!!

Seeking 1 female and two males to join the troupe.

The troupe will write their own sketches and perform in "The Out Of Our Heads Sketch Show" at a pub in Calgary starting late October.

Must be available twice a week for rehearsal and show.

Must have a real love of comedy and writing.

If you are interested please submit two sketches ( no longer than 5 minutes or 4 pages double spaced) and your resume and photo.

To outofourheads@shaw.ca.

Audition Notice: The University of Calgary Operetta Company

*** OPEN AUDITIONS ***

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

*“THE MUSIC MAN”*

Book, Music and Lyrics by Meredith Willson Based on a story by Meredith Willson and Franklin Lacey Directed by Colleen Whidden Choreographed by Jocelyn Hoover Orchestra Directed by Wendy J. Freeman Produced by Byron Redd* *

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

There will be a separate 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)*

Sat, Sep 7th from 1:00pm to 6:00pm

Thu, Sep 12th from 6:00pm to 10:00pm

Fri, Sep 13th from 6:00pm to 10:00pm

Sat, Sep 14th from 9:00am to 12:30pm

Mon, Sep 16th from 6:00pm to 10:00pm – Call Backs

*BOOKING YOUR AUDITION*

Visit: *http://ucalgary.ca/operetta/musicman-auditions*<http://ucalgary.ca/operetta/musicman-auditions>

* *to *SCHEDULE *your time and *DOWNLOAD* the required audition material packet.

*MOVEMENT AUDITION*

All performers will complete a movement audition that will take place during your acting/singing audition. After you sing you will be asked to learn some choreography with a choreographer. Please wear character shoes, jazz shoes or appropriate dance footwear.  Please ensure hair is tied back from your face.

*PRODUCTION DATES*

*January 9-17, 2014*

Evening shows ~ Wed-Sat ~ 7:00pm     Matinees ~ Jan 11 & 12 at 2:00pm

Venue: University Theater on the University of Calgary campus

*REHEARSAL SCHEDULE* (subject to change)

Venue: University of Calgary, Craigie Hall ~ Room F202 (Music Department)

Rehearsals will begin Sep 19th with a full read with lead characters.

Full Cast rehearsals will begin Sep 20th in room F202 and run until mid-December.

Leads: Thursday (6:00pm-9:00pm) and Friday (6:00pm-9:00pm)

Chorus: Friday (6:00pm-9:00pm) 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) leading into tech-week.

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 & PLOT*

See more info here:

http://www.ucalgary.ca/operetta/musicman-characters

http://www.ucalgary.ca/operetta/musicman-plot

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.

*

*“THE MUSIC MAN” is presented by special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).*

Audition Notice: It's a Wonderful Life

It's a Wonderful Life,  December 6 - 21, 2013

In the Victor Mitchell Theatre, at the Pumphouse Theatre

A Christmas Favorite based on the classic film by Frank Capra

Directed by Janos Zeller

An inspirational, heartwarming story about giving and receiving, about life and all the paths we walk, about true and lasting love and guardian angels.

Morpheus Theatre very proudly welcomes you to Bedford Falls with this holiday favourite, It's a Wonderful Life, directed by Janos Zeller.

Won't you come out tonight and be delighted with George and Mary and Zuzu and the whole town as they all learn a little something about hope and true happiness; that no man is a failure who has friends.

Cast Auditions

Open auditions for all roles will take place:

Monday, September 9 (6:00 to 9:00pm)  CHILDREN ONLY

Tuesday, September 10 (7:00 to 9:30pm)  ADULTS ONLY Wednesday, September 11 (7:00 to 9:30pm)  ADULTS ONLY Thursday, September 12 (7:00 to 9:30pm)  ADULTS ONLY Callbacks will be Tuesday September 17, if necessary

at the Morpheus Rehearsal Centre (lower level of the Parkdale Community

Centre) 3512 - 5 Avenue NW

Audition Requirements:

* A prepared monologue to highlight your abilities

* OR a cold reading from the script

* Please bring your resume and headshot to the audition

To book an audition, please visit www.morpheustheatre.ca or call

403-246-2999

ROLES

Principals

George Bailey (Male, 20s-30s) A man who keeps giving up his dreams for others and suffers a crisis of faith.

Mary Hatch (Female, 20s-30s) honest girl next door who is in love with George.

Clarence Oddbody (Male, 30s-80s) George's eccentric and guileless guardian angel, hasn't earned his wings yet.

Mr. Potter (Male, 50s-80s) a spiteful and miserly old man bent on putting the whole town under his control.

Uncle Billy (Male, 50s-70s) an irascible and jovial man with a terrible memory.

Ma Bailey (Female, 40s-60s) George's wise and heartfelt mother.

Potter's Assistant (non-speaking, 50s-80s) Mr. Potter's ubiquitous but silent assistant.

Supporting

Pa Bailey (Male, 40s-60s) George's father and role model, founder of the Bailey Bros Building & Loan.

Harry Bailey (Male, 20s-30s) George's younger brother, a war hero.

Mr. Gower (Male, 50s-80s) owner of the pharmacy and tormented by the death of his only son.

Violet Bick (Female, 20s-30s) the sultry vixen of the town, but with a heart of gold.

Cousin Tilly (20s-60s) member of the Bailey family who helps run the Building & Loan, bit of a gossip.

Cousin Eustace/Eunice (20s-60s) member of the Bailey family who helps run the Building & Loan, not the sharpest tool.

Ernie (Male, 20s-50s) a cab driver and good friend of George and Bert.

Bert (Male, 30s-50s) Bedford Falls' member of law enforcement and friend to George and Ernie.

Ruth Daiken (Female, 20s-30s) a young lady who falls for Harry Bailey.

Sam Wainwright (Male, 20s-30s) George's best friend from childhood and entrepreneur.

Various Ensemble (Angels, Townsfolk, etc)

Many of the supporting actors will be playing multiple parts throughout the show, so the ensemble will be getting plenty of stage time and lines.

Children

Young George/Pete (Male, 8-12) George as a child as well as his eldest son.

Young Mary/Janie (Female, 8-12) Mary as a young child as well as their oldest daughter.

Young Harry/Tommy (Male, 5-9) Harry as a young child and their youngest son.

Zuzu Bailey/children of town (Female, 5-9) George and Mary's youngest daughter and several children around town.

Young Sam/children of town (Male, 8-12) a young Sam Wainwright and various children of Bedford Falls.

Young Violet/children of town (Female, 8-12) the young Violet Bick and one of the children of Bedford Falls.

Rehearsals will take place over a 9-week period starting October 1st (Tuesdays and Thursdays evenings and Sundays 1 to 5pm). The read through will be scheduled for September 24th.

Audition Notice: Miracle on 34th Street

AUDITIONS:

WHO: Calling all actors who keep Christmas with them all through the year,  this is your time to shine!

WHAT: Auditions for Miracle on 34th Street.  A classic Christmas tale about the magic of Santa Clause and the miracles the holiday season can bring about!

WHEN:  August 28th and 30th from 7-9 PM and August 31st from 1-5 pm in 10 minute increments.

Callbacks will be held Wednesday September 4th from 7-9 PM Rehearsals to begin: September 16th  and will occur 3x a week.

Performance:  November 22, 2013 – November 30, 2013

WHERE:  Auditions and Rehearsals to be held at the Workshop Theatre Rehearsal Space.

Bay 10 415 60 Ave SE

Calgary, AB

T2H 2J5

Performances to take place at the Pumphouse Theatre

HOW: Please contact info@WORKSHOPTHEATRE.ORG to arrange an audition time. Please bring a recent headshot and acting resume. It is preferred if you have a monologue to present, however cold reads will also be accepted.

Character List:

Kris Kringle- Santa Clause. Male. Kind, Compassionate, caring, witty, grandfatherly type. Real beard or ability to grow one is a plus but not necessary. 40 years or older.

Doctor Pierce- Kris Kringle’s kindly physician at the retirement home. Male or Female. 25- 70 years old.  Intelligent, gentle, caring, compassionate Doris Walker- Personnel Manager at Macy’s. Female. 25-40 years old. Confident, attractive, practical, motherly. Not afraid to speak her mind. A no-nonsense type of woman.

Shellhammer-  Doris Walker’s personal assistant. Male or Female. 20-70 years old. Supportive, helps out whenever he/she can. Very job orientated Susan Walker- Doris Walker’s daughter, Female, Age: 5-9. Has been raised by her mother to be very practical and does not tend to believe in the mystical or imaginary. Very polite child.

Fred Gayley- a lawyer, neighbor and friend to Doris and Susan.  Male, Age 25-40 years old. Attractive, caring, and compassionate is romantically interested in Doris. Believes all things are possible. Defends Kris in court

Macy- Owner and Manager of Macy’s Department Store. Male or Female. 30-70 years old. Business-person, confident, decisive

Sawyer- Macy’s vocational guidance counselor. Male or Female. Age 30-70 years. Bitter, sneaky, does not believe in fairy tales, no sense of humor, overall mean spirited.

Homeless Person-  Homeless person at Thanksgiving day parade. Male or Female.  16-100  years old. Kind and positive attitude. See’s the best in everything.

Rich Person- Rich person at Thanksgiving day parade. Male or Female. 16-100 years old. Snotty attitude, looks down on others.

Drunken Santa- An intoxicated employee of Macy’s. Male or Female. 25-70 years old. Joyful, yet very drunk.

Bloomingdale- Owner and manager of Bloomingdales Department Store. Male or Female. 30-70 years old. Business-person, confident, decisive.

Judge Harper- Judge at Kris Kringle’s Trial, also is running for mayor. Male or Female. 30-70 years old. Logical, intelligent, fair, commanding.

Finley- bailiff in Judge Harpers Court.  Male or Female. 30-70 years old.

Mara- Prosecuting attorney. Goes up against Kris and Fred in Court. Male or Female . 25-40 years old. Short tempered, confident, snappy, logical.

Halloran- Judge Harper’s political campaign manager. Male or Female. 30-70 years old. Wants Judge Harper to win the election. Very conservative, does not like taking risks.

Duncan- Antelope keeper at the central park zoo. Kris stays at his place for a couple of nights when he needs a place to sleep. Male or Female. Any age over 18. Friendly.

Mara Jr. – Prosecuting Attorney’s child. Boy or Girl. 5-10 years old. Innocent and truthful.

Al & Lou- Postal Employee’s. Male or female, any age over 18. 

Teenagers x3

Children x3- One who can speak Dutch

Elves x4-8. Some dance/musical experience would be preferred as there is potential in the play for a short/simple elf dance number.

Audition Notice: StoryBook Theatre

Shrek the musical, along with the entire SBT Season will be holding auditions the first three weeks of September.

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