Audition Notice!

Calling all Calgary Young Artists,

Cowtown Opera is looking for two leading roles, one male and one female ages 9-14 for the world premiere of "ANNIE DAVIDSON."

This is a new work commissioned by the Calgary Public Library composed by Arthur Bachmann and libretto by Aaron Coates. This is to be Directed by JP Thibodeau and Music Directed and Conducted by Carlos Foggin with chamber orchestra at Festival Hall in Inglewood at the end of September.

We believe this new opera will be the highlight of our season with national exposure and high profile coverage as it is a great story of our community and about one of the most prolific women during the formation of Calgary and our heritage as Albertans.

Annie Davidson was the founder of the Calgary Public Library at the age of 68, after losing 10 children and moving across the country. Her story is one of Calgary in the early west of boom and bust . She fought for her love of community and for her voice to be heard, petitioning the philanthropists of early Calgary to fund her vision. She died before the Central Memorial Park Library had opened but her legacy lives on today through generations of Albertans. "She couldn't vote, but she could dream."

The longevity of this opera has a long future, with goals to do pop up performances in October, the possibility of a school tour, as well as another featured performance at the new Central Public Library opening in 2018 in East Village. Below is our short rehearsal process and listing of our performances.

This is a volunteer position offering great stage experience and working with Calgary's finest artists in return.

If you are interested please send your resume, headshot and audio or video recording to cowtownopera@gmail.com by MONDAY AUG.31ST

Thank you for your consideration,

Michelle Minke

Founder and Artistic Director

ANNIE DAVIDSON REHEARSALS AND PRODUCTION

Friday Sept. 11 6pm-10pm music run through only Saturday, Sept. 12 10-1, 2-5pm Sunday Sept. 13 2-5, 6-9 Monday Sept. 14 6pm-10pm Tuesday Sept. 15th 6-10 Wednesday Sept. 16th 6-10 Thursday Sept. 17th 6-10 Friday Sept. 18th 6-10 Saturday Sept. 19th 10-1, 2-5pm Sunday Sept. 20th Move In 2-5,6-9 Monday Sept. 21 Tech 5-11 Tues. Sept. 22 Dress 5-11 Wed. Sept. 23 Black Day Thurs. Sept 24 Opening 7:30pm Fri Sept 25 th Show #2 7:30pm Sat Sept. 26th Show #3 7:30pm Sun Matinee Sept. 27th #4 2:30pm

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Michelle Minke

Founder and Artistic Director

Cowtown Opera Company

403-805-6051

www.cowtownopera.com [1] 

Watch out for this Scam

JUST AN FYI. We never heard of this workshop but received the below from ACTRA and wanted to make sure everyone was aware of the scam.

Hello Everyone -

Casting Director DEBRA ZANE is NOT coming to Calgary to hold an audition workshop!

The information being circulated states that the class will be held at the University of Calgary on September 19.

I have spoken to Debra and she has confirmed that it is a scam.

I have contacted the Calgary Police Service. If you have registered for the class, please contact your credit card company and call the Calgary Police.

Please share this email and get the word out on social media.

Actors Needed

Actors need for 2-15 minute skits/recite/intro

2-4 actors needed for the grand opening of the Silver Springs Botanical Shakespeare Garden.

DATE: SEPT 26TH AT 1PM

Outdoors at the Silver Springs Botantical Gardens.

Actors must provide their own costumes as well as schedule their own rehearsals.

Any Shakespearean material/dialogue/skit is acceptable Will be media coverage.

Honorarium will be paid.

For more info...

Stacy Buckland 403-968-8115

stacy.buckland@shaw.ca

Opera in the Village - The Mikado

Congratulations to fellow Rogues Actors Killeen Delorme, Amber Rowden and Chris Smart in their roles in The Mikado directed by our very own Aaron Coates presented by Opera in the Village from August 13-22. Come check it out!

Audition Notice - Morpheus Theatre

Morpheus theatre is pleased to announce auditions for our December pantomime production.

The Sleeping Beauty

By Ben Crocker

Directed by Jay Newman

Performances at the Pumphouse Theatre - December 4th to 13th, 2015

You know the story: the beautiful princess is cursed by an evil fairy to prick her finger on a spindle on her 18th birthday and die. Nothing says "welcome to the world" like the well wishes of a wicked spell caster who wasn't invited to the party. You know the characters: the Princess Aurora and her royal parents, the good fairies, the evil fairy and her cat Spindleshanks and of course, the dashing Prince who saves them all from their perpetual slumber. But this isn't your ordinary slumber party, this is Pantomime! Oh yes it is! And you know what that means - flip flop boys with girls and girls with boys, mind you aren't in the splash zone for the slosh scene - and is that a Queen or a Dame? It's both! It's all topsy turvy fun and games but some things ring true always and it's true love's kiss that will save the day this December. We hope you'll take a break from the hustle and bustle and join us and the zombies for this family friendly holiday tradition.

Open auditions for all roles will take place:

Sunday August 23rd (1:30 to 4:30pm)

Tuesday August 25th (7:00 to 9:30pm)

Thursday August 27th (7:00 to 9:30pm)

at the Morpheus Rehearsal Centre

3512 - 5th Avenue NW

(lower level of the Parkdale Community Centre)

Callbacks will take place on Sunday August 30th starting at 1:30pm, if required.

Rehearsals will take place from mid-September through December 3rd. Rehearsals will be Tuesday and Thursday evenings and Sunday afternoons. Morpheus Theatre requires that auditioners come prepared to commit to the rehearsal and performance schedule.

Visit www.morpheustheatre.ca to book an audition time.  Call 403-246-2999 or send an e-mail for more info.

CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS:

KING NORBERT (male, middle age)

A certain military quality, with a bit of a goofy edge. The straight man in a comedic duo.

QUEEN DOROTHY (DAME - male, middle age)

Great comedic timing and an ability to improvise. Boisterous, loud and often obnoxious.

PRINCESS AURORA (female, 16 - 25ish)

Young and pretty. Elegant and playful. Good singing voice.

FAIRY PEACEFUL (female, 25+)

Age and body type are not as much of an issue as a unique personality. Friendly yet stern.

FAIRIES GRACEFUL, BEAUTIFUL, THOUGHTFUL (females, any age) Smaller part. Will also be part of the chorus.

CARABOSSE (female, middle age)

The wicked fairy. Poised, elegant and deeply competitive. Cruel of mind but light of touch.

PRINCE ORLANDO (female, 18 - 25ish)

The Principal Boy, Handsome (pretty) and gallant, and ready to sweep the princess off her feet.

BILLY (male, 20+)

The royal butler, cook, jester, and general Jack of all trades. An energetic and fun goof-ball, who regularly interacts with the audience.

KITTY & SPINDLESHANKS

The Cats. These roles have been pre-cast.

CHORUS (male, female, any age)

Of Palace Servants, Courtiers, Zombies, Villagers, etc.

Audition Requirements:

A prepared song to highlight your vocal abilities (approximately 2 minutes long) A prepared monologue - please review the Queen's monologue on our website A cold read may be requested Please bring your resume and headshot to the audition

Regards,

Sean Anderson

Morpheus Theatre

www.morpheustheatre.ca