Audition Notice: 2016 Mosaic Series

_FIFTY WORDS__ _for Birnton Theatricals- Mosaic Series

Written By Michael Weller

Directed by: Chris Stockton

Birnton Theatricals is excited to announce auditions for our 2016 Mosaic Series. We will be producing a wonderful play called _Fifty Words _by Michael Weller. We will be presenting this show at Motel Theatre at Arts Commons.

 Birnton Theatricals mandate is to produce theatre and offer educational programming that introduces Calgary audiences to the power and magic of live theatre and drama. Our goal is to not only foster the development of beginning artists but also to excite a young generation into becoming life long patrons of the arts. Birnton Theatricals is divided into two distinct theatrical series – The Crayon Series and The Mosaic Series.

The Crayon Series presents theatrical work with stories, subject matter and themes geared towards children.

The Mosaic Series presents theatrical work with stories, subject matter and themes geared towards a mature audience.

THE STORY:

While their nine-year-old son is away for the night on his first sleepover, Adam and Jan have an evening alone together, their first in years. Adam's attempt to seduce his wife before he leaves on business the next day begins a suspenseful nightlong roller-coaster ride of revelation, rancor, passion and humor that explores a modern-day marriage on the verge of either a breakup or deepening love and understanding.

 ROLES:

ADAM: a partner in an architectural firm, a position he’s held for years but which is on increasingly shaky ground.

JAN: a former dancer, is now a database manger trying to make her way in a competitive environment where she feels there aren’t enough hours in the day.

ROLES ARE NOT AGE SPECIFIC BUT ACTORS MUST BE OVER 18 AND BE ABLE TO REASONABLY PLAY AN AGE IN THE RANGE OF 27-40.

AUDITION DATES:

Wednesday, December 2, 2015 (7-10pm) and Thursday, December 3, 2015

(7-10pm)

AUDITION LOCATION:

TBC

AUDITION REQUIREMENTS:

One dramatic monologue

Please email your resume and headshot when booking an audition

Non-Equity Production.

REHEARSALS

Rehearsals will take place at a TBD location and will be scheduled around artists’ schedules. We will be looking at doing at least 2 four hour rehearsals each week starting around late November. Rehearsals will primarily occur in the evenings and/or weekends but some day rehearsals may be sought for the end of December and first week of January. We will move into Motel Theatre on Tuesday, Feb 2 and will be opening on Friday, February 4.

To book an audition, please visit www.birntontheatricals.com [1] or email ailsa@birntontheatricals.com

- Ailsa Birnie -

General Manager- Birnton Theatricals

ailsa@birntontheatricals.com

403-875-4112

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[1] http://www.birntontheatricals.com

The University of Calgary Faculty of Law is seeking actors

The University of Calgary Faculty of Law is seeking actors for:

1.       PORTRAYAL OF CLIENTS IN CLIENT-INTERVIEWS AND
CLIENT-NEGOTIATIONS

Actors are being sought to portray clients in a law firm. Client scenarios and profiles will be provided. Wages: $15/hour. Dates and hours of commitment are as follows:

Client Interviews:

* January 11-15, 2016 – 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm (Monday thru Friday)

* January 16, 2016 – 9:00 am to 1:00 pm (Saturday)

Client Negotiations:

* January 18-19, 2016 – 9:00 am to 12:00 noon (Monday & Tuesday)

* January 18-19, 2016 – 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm (Monday & Tuesday)

2.       2016 WESTERN CANADA TRIAL MACINTYRE CUP COMPETITION

Actors are being sought to portray witnesses in a murder trial competition. This competition involves 7 law schools from Western Canada. Witness profiles and scenarios will be provided. Wages:
$15/hour. Dates and hours of commitment are as follows:

* Interviews by Crown & Defence Counsel – Thursday, February 4, 2016 – from 2:30 pm to 7:15 pm

* Witnesses at Trial – Friday, February 5, 2016 – from 9:00 am to
5:00 pm

* Witnesses at Trial – Saturday, February 6, 2016 – from 9:00 am to
5:00 pm

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: TUESDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2015

PLEASE CONTACT CHANTAL PEGG IN THE FACULTY OF LAW AT PEGG@UCALGARY.CA OR
403.220.7117 TO ARRANGE FOR AN INTERVIEW.

Thank you.

Audition Notice: GALALA

I work for a French TV show called GALALA. It is a talent show for 5 to

15 year olds and we will be shooting one of our episodes in the Calgary area early next year. We're currently looking for more youth to audition for the show. Auditions happen by video submission, and then we will select 8 performers/acts for the episode in your region.

Thank you very much. Have a good day,

Mélanie

THE AUDITION PROCESS HAS BEEN EXTENDED for the second season of GALALA - a French talent show for french speaking 5-15 YEARS OLDS on UNIS TV!

GALALA will be shooting in 10 cities across Canada, and your city will be one of them!

We are looking for TALENTED GROUP OR SOLO acts to perform on the show to be filmed in Calgary in February 2016.

We welcome a variety of talent (singing, dancing, comedy, magic, martial arts etc).

DO YOU HAVE ANY YOUNG FRENCH OR FRANCOPHILE TALENTS IN MIND? If so, please send them our way with name, age and artistic category, or direct them to www.galala.ca [1] to register and upload their audition video.

Candidates may also post their video audition to Youtube and email us the link, or email the video audition in MOV or MP4 format.

For more details regarding the auditions, visit www.galala.ca [1].

Deadline for submissions: November 25, 2015.

Thank you for your help, we hope to see your young talent represented on our show :-) !

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[1] http://www.galala.ca/

Mélanie Bray

GALALA – Unis TV

Coproduction Red Letter Films Ltd & Médiatique Inc.

www.galala.ca [1]

416.469.4567

GALALA Saison 1 sera rediffusé toutes les semaines à partir du samedi

5 septembre 18h sur UnisTV !!!

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[1] http://www.galala.ca/

Audition Notice: Cappuccino Theatre

AUDITION NOTICE:

Cappuccino Theatre Is proud to announce auditions for Heathers The Musical.

Brought to you by the award-winning creative team of Kevin Murphy (Reefer Madness, “Desperate Housewives”), Laurence O’Keefe (Bat Boy, Legally Blonde) and Andy Fickman (Reefer Madness, She’s the Man).

Heathers The Musical is a hilarious, heartfelt and homicidal new show based on the greatest teen comedy of all time. With its moving love story, laugh-out-loud comedy and unflinching look at the joys and anguish of high school, Heathers is a musical not to be missed. Are you in, or are you out?

Performances will be take place June 4 – 18 in The Studio at Vertigo Theatre.

Those interested in auditioning are asked to submit a Headshot (selfie/recent photo) and resume to cappuccinomusicaltheatre@gmail.com

by Nov 27.

Auditions will take place Dec  7 & 8, with Callbacks Dec 12.

Directed by Carl Bishop​

Assistant Director: Kristine Astop

Musical Directed by: Danielle Wahl

Choreography by: Daisy Pond

Director’s requirements

-        Monologue, no more than 2 minutes.

-         1 song.  1 verse and 1 chorus. Can be 80’s rock song or

power ballad or musical theatre tune of your choice. NO A CAPELLA.

-        There will be a piano, but no accompanist will be provided.

Please bring your own accompanist or a digital recording of your song with no vocal track. Speakers will be provided for playback.

-        Dance auditions will be at call-backs.

      The following is a list of available characters in the show and includes the vocal range for the character.

Please note: We will be casting based upon appearance not physical age.

If you are 30 and can reasonably play a high school student, please submit!

HEATHER MCNAMARA - Beautiful, innocent, stupid, can be mean on command if Heather Chandler orders it, but actually quite vulnerable and fearful. Voice: Strong belt to Db, D preferred. Soprano for chorus.

NOTE: in certain choral songs Heather Mac and Duke can switch vocal parts as needed.

HEATHER DUKE - Whipping-girl of the 3 Heathers. When she finally becomes Queen Bee she wields power like a bulldozer. Alto for chorus.  Voice:

Strong belt to C, D preferred.  NOTE: in certain choral songs Heathers Duke and Mac can switch vocal parts as needed.

MARTHA DUNNSTOCK - Nicknamed “Martha Dumptruck”, the opposite of hot, confident, or popular. Huge and beautiful soul, optimistic even in the face of rejection. Voice: Strong belt to E or F, wide vocal expression.

RAM SWEENEY - Linebacker. Big, insensitive to the feelings of others, ruled by appetites. Voice: Strong Baritone, belt to G, some Falsetto useful.

KURT KELLY - Quarterback and Captain. Big, chiseled, rude, entitled, cocky. Mean, thinks he’s the brains in the friendship with Ram. Voice:

Tenor, strong belt to Ab or A, some Falsetto. NOTE:  in certain songs Ram and Kurt can switch choral assignment if, say, Ram sings higher than Kurt.

RAM’S DAD/BIG BUD DEAN/COACH RIPPER - Ram’s Dad: Former football player turned suburban Dad, has never outgrown his glory days in high school. Hates weakness, but capable of soul-searching when tragedy strikes. Also plays Big Bud Dean: JD’s single Dad. Big jolly personality that barely conceals the enormous rage bubbling just below the surface. Quite possibly a serial bomber. Also plays Coach Ripper:

Stalwart, man’s man; quick to defend his players. Voice:

Baritone/Tenor – power Country/Gospel belt to Ab, higher welcome.

NOTE: Sometimes this actor has played Principal Gowan instead of Big Bud/Coach.

MS. FLEMING/VERONICA’S MOM - Ms. Fleming: Aging hippie teacher, still yearning for the day the Age of Aquarius reaches Ohio. Hungry for the spotlight, resentful of entitled youth. Also plays Veronica’s Mom:

easygoing, distant, yet capable of laying down the law. Voice: Great belt up to C, higher always welcome.

KURT’S DAD/VERONICA’S DAD/PRINCIPAL GOWAN - Kurt’s Dad:

Straight-laced, very conservative, also former football player. A simple guy, not book smart, you’d be happy to share a beer with him. Also plays Veronica’s Dad: Easygoing and distant. Voice: Strong Baritone/Tenor -- power Country/Gospel belt to G, even higher better.

Also plays Principal Gowan: Rumpled, burned out, hates conflict.  NOTE:

Sometimes this actor has played Big Bud/Coach instead of Principal Gowan.

Bitter Geek - A put-upon, bitter geek. Voice: Bari (up to F#) or Tenor (up to A).

Blowdried Preppy -  A blowdried 80’s preppy. Voice: Bass (up to E) or Bari (up to G#).

Hipster Dork - Thinks he’s Ducky from ‘Pretty In Pink.’ Voice:

Bari (up to F#) or Tenor (up to A).

Goth Girl - A sullen Goth girl. Voice: Belt to at least C# (a Soprano up to high A/B is also a plus).

Stoner Chick - A fuzzyheaded stoner chick. Voice: Belt to at least C# (a Soprano up to high A/B is also a plus).

Young Republicanette -  A tennis-playing, uptight Student Council type.

Voice: Belt to at least C# (Soprano up to high A/B is also a plus).

***Please note: Cappuccino Theatre is a volunteer based company and will not pay any union fees associated with any performer.***

Crime Stoppers Re-Enactment

Good morning the next Crime Stoppers re-enactment will take place on Thursday November 19, 2015 at 10:30am.

We require the assistance of 3 male, between the ages of 20 and 35. If you are able to assist us, please let me know.

Thank you for supporting Crime Stoppers.

Terry Hathaway

Executive Director

Calgary Crime Stoppers Association

403-862-8477

Audition Notice: The Painted Fish Performing Arts Society

The Painted Fish Performing Arts Society is looking for Fagin, Bill Sykes, Mr. Brownlow, Oliver, and Mr. Sowerberry, as they seem to be missing from our cast! If you have seen one of them in your mirror or know of their whereabouts, please call Nate Holland-Kearins, producer as soon as possible. To help you help us find them, here is a short description of each:

Fagin: A shabby-distinguished, slightly evil gentleman who has perfected the art of singing about picking pockets, and likes to review the situation. He is the best friend of bottles of gin and has light feet and fingers. He is believed to be between the ages of 35-65 of gangly build.

Bill Sykes: Warning! Approach with caution! Dangerous! He's a man between the ages of 25-40, with a powerful evil eye. He is wanted by the constabulary for a multitude of thievery and possibly murder!

Mr. Brownlow: A kindly old gentleman of noble birth who has come to believe he may have a long-lost grandson. He is slightly stooped and walks with a cane.

Oliver: A young scallywag from the workhouse, who has escaped to the streets of London. Known to be in the company of the Artful Dodger, he is approximately 12 years old, and has been heard to sing about love on occasion.

Mr. Sowerberry: The town undertaker, usually wearing a black suit to go with his black disposition. No one knows how old he is, as no-one has ever seen him without his dour, old man face. Married to Mrs.

Sowerberry, with a daughter Charlotte, he is a man of few words.

The fine print…

We will be holding auditions on November 23, 2015 at our rehearsal hall at 2235 - 36 Street N.E. Please call Nate Holland Kearins at

403.919.6480 for an audition time.

Oliver! will be presented from April 22 - May 8, 2016 at the Cite des Rocheuses Theatre near Mount Royal University. Directed by Marian Jordan Hamilton, with music director, ReJean Campbell.

The Painted Fish is a community theatre that presents musicals cast with intergenerational actors, and encourages participation as a family activity. We provide training in acting and singing for those who have limited experience, but would like to develop their talents for the stage.

Audition Notice: Gas & Light Productions

AUDITIONS FOR GAS & LIGHT PRODUCTIONS

Gas & Light Productions are calling for actors to audition for our Spring production of "THE RAPE OF THE BELT", a comedy by Benn W. Levy, set in ancient Greece.

The plot concerns Heracles's 9th labour, to acquire the belt from the Queen of the Amazons, who are not what he expects!.

The production will take place in the Joyce Doolittle Theatre at the Pumphouse from April 10th to 23rd

Auditions will be held at Workshop Theatre Rehearsal Space, Bay 10, 415 60th Ave SE. on Thursday November 19th and Friday November 20th from

7:30 - 9:30

The Cast required is as follows:

Hippobomene                   Female                 Blacksmith, strong

                         30-40s                                 

Supporting

Theseus                               Male                      Hero,

but not real smart               20-40s                                

 Major role

Heracles                               Male                    

Superhero - this is Heracles!       20-40s                             

    Major role

Diastra                                  Female               

Attendant                                           20-40s             

                    Supporting

Anthea                                 Female                 Attendant

                                         20-40s                        

         Supporting

Hippolyte                            Female                 Queen  of

the Amazons                20-40                                   

Major role

Thalestris                             Female                 Midwife  

                                           Mature                      

         Supporting

The ages groups are merely a suggestion.

The auditions will be a group cold read from the script, no need to book audition times, just show up either night at 7:30. Bring a resume and photo if you have one.

For more information call Jeremy MacKenzie at 403-281-7905

Audition Notice: Dreams of Broadway

AUDITION CALL

_Singers and Musical Theatre Enthusiasts – Aged 7+_

Imagine Performing Arts is pleased to announce its inaugural production – _DREAMS OF BROADWAY_ – a musical revue that will take the stage in April 2016. _Dreams of Broadway_ is a journey through the world of musical theatre - from the shows that started it all, to the Broadway hits of today and tomorrow! The show will run from April 15-17, 2016 in the Wright Theatre at Mount Royal University.

We are looking for SINGERS OF ALL AGES (7 THRU ADULT) who have a passion for musical theatre! Auditions for _Dreams of Broadway_ will be held at Music and Play in west Calgary on four days – NOVEMBER 28 AND 29 AND DECEMBER 5 AND 6 from 3:00 – 6:00pm each day with a short mandatory dance call following at 6:15 each day.

Those auditioning should COME PREPARED TO SING ONE SONG (an accompanist will be provided) and there will also be a short mandatory movement/dance call at the end of auditions each day. Along with the songs, there is also the opportunity to participate in narration roles in the show - these roles will be assigned once the main cast is set.

There is a small participant fee ($150) for all performers in the show to assist with the costs of the production.

Dreams of Broadway is directed by veteran director Darryl Lindenbach with musical direction by Evan Cribb, vocal direction by Michael Eady, choreography by Ashley Soles and stage management by Renée-Claude Gratton.

To sign-up for an audition time, please visit www.musicandplay [1] and navigate to the _IMAGINE PAGE_ (under our _PERFORMANCE DIVISION)_ where you will find a link to sign-up for your audition time as well as a full list of show and program FAQ’s. If you have any other questions regarding the show or the auditions, please contact us at dreamsofbroadway@musicandplay.ca.

About Imagine Performing Arts: Music and Play is pleased to introduce a new performance program - _IMAGINE PERFORMING ARTS_. Through the production of community-based musical and dramatic shows, _Imagine PA_ will support the development of the next generation of theatre artists by offering opportunities for youth and adults alike.

About Music and Play: Locally owned and owner-managed, Music and Play offers classes for all ages – in all areas of the performing arts

including: Group and Private Music Lessons, Musical Theatre, ShowChoir and Theatre classes and Dance classes for all ages. The Company also has two performance stream programs – where students (of all ages) may focus on putting their skills to practice…on the stage. Music and Play our students to go beyond the notes, the words and the steps and into the world of creativity and the arts!

PRODUCTION PERSONNEL NEEDED

Imagine Performing Arts is pleased to announce its inaugural production – _DREAMS OF BROADWAY_ – a musical revue that will take the stage in April 2016. _Dreams of Broadway_ is a journey through the world of musical theatre - from the shows that started it all, to the Broadway hits of today and tomorrow! The show will run from April 15-17, 2016 in the Wright Theatre at Mount Royal University.

We are still looking for some great people to fill the following roles for our upcoming inaugural April 2016 production:

* LIGHTING DESIGNER

* TD: also ideally sound-op/designer for the show

* ASM: will be in rehearsals and backstage for show

* ASM/ATD: minimal time in rehearsals; some advance build work; backstage for show

* COSTUME / HAIR / MAKE-UP: minimal design work, largely focused on show execution

* PRODUCER: works with the Artistic Producer to realize the admin aspects of the show

If you have a passion for musical theatre and would like to be part of our inaugural production we want to hear from you! Compensation for each position will be given in the form of honourarium. If you are interested, please contact: Darryl Lindenbach (Artistic Producer) at _imaginepa@musicandplay.ca_ or 587-894-4831. Deadline for submissions of interest is November 27, 2015.

About Imagine Performing Arts: Music and Play is pleased to introduce a new performance program - _IMAGINE PERFORMING ARTS_. Through the production of community-based musical and dramatic shows, _Imagine PA_ will support the development of the next generation of theatre artists by offering opportunities for youth and adults alike.

About Music and Play: Locally owned and owner-managed, Music and Play offers classes for all ages – in all areas of the performing arts

including: Group and Private Music Lessons, Musical Theatre, ShowChoir and Theatre classes and Dance classes for all ages. The Company also has two performance stream programs – where students (of all ages) may focus on putting their skills to practice…on the stage. Music and Play our students to go beyond the notes, the words and the steps and into the world of creativity and the arts!

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Darryl Lindenbach

Imagine Performing Arts

c: 587.894.4831

Audition Notice: Sullivan & Gilbert

AUDITIONS FOR KEN LUDWIG’S SULLIVAN & GILBERT NOV 8, 10, 12

AT THE PUMPHOUSE THEATRE, APR 29 - MAY 14 , 2016

Written by Ken Ludwig | Directed by Sean Anderson

MUSICAL DIRECTION BY WINNIFRED HUME | CHOREOGRAPHY BY AMY TOLLEFSON

From the playwright who brought us Lend Me A Tenor comes a playful twist on our mandate to bring the best of Gilbert and Sullivan to Calgary audiences. In this delightful behind-the-scenes romp we get the best of the duo musically and in the flesh, when we meet the famous partners themselves! The story opens on a time when things were not all roses, in

1890 when they had been feuding for years. They are forced to work together one more time to bring their greatest works to life for Queen Victoria and so, we are treated to treasured pieces from_ THE MIKADO_,_ RUDDIGORE_,_ IOLANTHE_ and_ THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE_, among others. Fans of Gilbert and Sullivan will be thrilled by_ SULLIVAN & GILBERT_, for we have a song to sing, O! - several of them, in fact and we do hope you'll join us for the joy! (And the rapture!

Open auditions will take place: Sunday November 8th (1:00 to 4:00pm), Tuesday November 10th (7:00 to 9:30pm), Thursday November 12th (7:00 to 9:30pm)

Callbacks will take place on Tuesday November 17th from 7:00 to 10:00pm.

Callbacks will require all candidates to work for the entire three hours. at the Morpheus Rehearsal Centre, 3512 - 5th Avenue NW (lower level of the Parkdale Community Centre)

Audition Requirements:

*A prepared song to highlight your vocal abilities - ideally from G&S or similar style (no more than 2 minutes long)

*A prepared comedic monologue (no more than 2 minutes long)

*A cold read may be requested

*Please bring your music on an MP3 player; There will be no accompanist

*You may be asked for a range check

*Please bring your resume and headshot to the audition

For More information (including character descriptions), or to book an audition, visit www.morpheustheatre.ca [1], call 403-246-2999 or e-mail audition@morpheustheatre.ca Auditioners are encouraged to research characters prior to the auditions.

Rehearsals will take place from late January through April 28th.

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.

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[1] http://www.morpheustheatre.ca

Audition Notice: Venus in Fur

VENUS IN FUR |By David Ives | Directed by Blair Gallant | Broadway West Productions

Auditions:

Saturday - November 7th - 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Sunday   - November 8th - 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Show performance dates:

December 17-20, 2015 at the INKubator Theatre (Eau Claire Market)

Submission Guidelines: Please send headshot and resume and choice of either Saturday or Sunday audition date to Blair Gallant Email: Blair@AOShirley.com

Only successful applicants will be contacted. No phone calls please. Actors are paid a modest contract fee per performance.  There are no payments for rehearsals.

Roles/Ranges:

VANDA:

Age range: early 20’s – 30.

Character: Actress. She is smart, tough, sophisticated, quirky,

dominant.   Requires a broad range and agility in character. Excellent

with dialect.

THOMAS:

Age Range: 30 - 45.

Character: Playwright. He is intelligent, arrogant, dominant and

submissive.   Requires broad range and agility in character. Excellent

with dialect.

About the show

A young actress is determined to land the lead in a new play based on the classic erotic novel Venus in Furs. During her audition, she gets caught up in an electrifying game of cat and mouse with the director, blurring the line between fantasy and reality.  It’s a brilliantly troubling play about sex and power, expertly weaving myriad classical art and mythology references into its fatal web.

Script can be found at:

http://www.playsandplayers.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/Venus-in-Fur-for-Members.pdf

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Auditions:

Please prepare a one to two minute monologue - be prepared to take direction on the character piece. Songs should be selected from musical theatre only. Please bring a photo & resume. Also please arrive with any potential rehearsal conflicts. Rehearsals will be held at the INKubator Theatre: Tuesdays & Thursdays & Sundays (daytime)

PLEASE NOTE: Show may be extended into a run in January

Members of Equity and ACTRA please note we will not pay any professional association fees, such as the fees stipulated by Equity’s Amateur Guest Artist policy.

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[1] http://www.playsandplayers.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/Venus-in-Fur-for-Members.pdf