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Auditions Announced for THE CHRISTMAS JOURNEY 2019 at Tri-County Assembly

TCA_The Christmas Journey 2019 logoPlease carefully read through all of the below information. Click here for the Facebook event.

Sun, Sept. 15 at 5pm & Tue, Sept. 17 at 6pm

Tri-County Assembly
7350 Dixie Hwy, Fairfield, Ohio 45014

Auditions will be in the Prayer Chapel, behind the Main Sanctuary. Enter through the doors by the red steps, facing CCS Elementary School.

Auditions are on a first-come, first serve-basis. Those auditioning will be seen as they arrive and sign in, with the exception of dancers. Dancers are to be here promptly at the start of auditions.

You only need to come to one day of auditions.

Auditions will consist of a cold read from the script. Please also come with a clean, thirty second to one minute monologue of your choice.

Those auditioning for a singing role, please also come with a prepared audition song, roughly 16 bars (1 minute maximum). Roles listed with an asterisk* require singing. Soldiers and Townspeople are nonspeaking, but require some group/choral singing. All other singing roles are also speaking.

Anyone under the age of 18 must have a parent with them at the audition to read over and sign the audition form. Those who are 18 but still in high school will still need a parent to be with them. Thank you!

*PLEASE NOTE: IF NEEDED, THERE WILL BE CALLBACKS ON THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 19TH 6-9PM*

ABOUT THE CHRISTMAS JOURNEY:
The Christmas Journey is a TCA Worship Arts original that gives the audience a closer look at the people we often hear about leading up to the birth of Jesus, but never get to know deeper. By experiencing a bit of their different encounters, we will get to see more of the role they played, how they might have been affected, and what it might have been like to be one of those key figures as they went on the journey of a lifetime to the birth of the Messiah!

CAST:
NOTE: The age listed next to each role is the stage age, the age the character must appear to be.

  • Mom- late 20s to mid 40s
  • Matthew- age 6-10, please note this role has a lot of lines
  • *Joseph- age 18-30 *This role involves spoken word*(coaching provided)
  • *Mary- age 17-25 **This role involves spoken word** (coaching provided)
  • *Elizabeth- age 35-60
  • Innkeeper- age 40+
  • Innkeeper’s wife- age 40+
  • *King Herod- age 40+
  • *King Herod’s Servant- age 18-35
  • *Roman Soldier (six total Roman Soldiers)- age 18+
  • Melchoir (magi/wise man)- age 40+
  • Balthasar (magi/wise man)- age 40+
  • Caspar (magi/wise man)- age 30+
  • Caspar’s wife- age 30+
  • Caspar’s child- age 8-12
  • Shepherd 1 (Asher)- age 30+
  • Shepherd 2 (Zebulun)- age 16+
  • *Townspeople- While we are looking to cast mostly 18+ for townspeople, there is a need for some children and teens. ALL AGES are welcome and are encouraged to audition
  • Dancers- Looking for a variety of ages for two dance numbers. Dancers auditioning will learn a section of choreography from each song. Dancers may even have chance to show a prepared 1 minute routine. Please come dressed in modest dance attire.
  • *Celebrate the King singers- Precast

All roles are open to all ethnicities. If you are interested in a specific role, but feel you might not be the right age, please still audition.

Rehearsals: Sundays 5-8 pm and Thursdays 6-9pm, beginning Sunday, October 13th

Performances: Friday, December 13th at 7pm, Saturday, December 14th at 2pm, Sunday, December 15th during the morning service 10am.

Signing up for auditions beforehand is not required, but certainly encouraged. To sign up, or if you have questions, contact Tiffany Adamson at tiffany@tcalife.com

Written by Dominique Horsley & Tiffany Adamson
Directed by Tiffany Adamson

 

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Auditions Announced for SWEENEY TODD at Queen City Productions

QCP_logoQueen City Productions will hold auditions for its winter production of SWEENEY TODD, the musical thriller by Stephen Sondheim, September 28th and 29th.

SWEENEY TODD is the chilling tale of a barber who is out for blood. Sent away years ago, Sweeney is back and looking to take revenge on the crooked Judge and Beadle who wrongfully transported him and tried to take his family. With the help of the pie shop owner, Mrs. Lovett, can Sweeney exact his plan for vengeance or will the bloodshed be for not? Featuring songs like, “Johanna,” “Worst Pies in London” and “A Little Priest,” you won’t want to miss your opportunity to be a part of this production. It will be to die for!

Auditions:

  • September 28th from Noon to 4:00pm
  • September 29th from 6:30 to 10:00pm

Invited callbacks will be September 30th from 7:00-10:00pm

Auditions and callbacks will be held at:
Theatre 42 – 2752 S US Route 42, Lebanon, OH 45036-8369

Auditionees:

  • Auditionees should be at least 12 years of age
  • Please prepare a song that best showcases your vocal ability and your personality. The song should be from the musical theater genre.
  • Those auditioning may sing a cappella or may bring an instrumental backing track. There will be no one present to accompany on piano.
  • Auditionees will also be asked to read from the script

Performance Dates: December 5th-15th over 2 weekends
All performances will be located at Theater 42

To sign-up for an audition slot please visit:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050C44ACAA2AAAFD0-sweeney
Walk-ins will be seen when a slot is available.

For questions, please email queencityproductions@yahoo.com

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Auditions Announced for HAUNTED BREWERY TOUR in Over-the-Rhine

MISC_Haunted Brewery Tour logoThe creepy, ghoulishly weird and true tales of Cincinnati brewing history are coming back – after a devilishly good run in 2018 – in the most innovative Halloween experience in the region.

HAUNTED BREWERY TOURS: Can You Crack the Safe? is a unique, interactive experience supporting the Brewery District Community Urban Redevelopment Corporation, created in cooperation with Christian Moerlein Brewing, Escape Room Family and Cincinnati Landmark Productions. Debuting October 4, the Haunted Brewery Tours will take patrons on a trip back in time to solve an actual mystery in Cincinnati brewing history.

AND WE NEED ACTORS!

Cincinnati Landmark Productions and Escape Room Family will be casting 9 actors to play tour guides and creepy “jump-scare” actors along the Haunted Brewery Tour route.

These are PAID positions. All contracts will be with Escape Room Family. Interested actors would need to be available and able to report to the Moerlein Brewery in Over-the-Rhine on Friday and Saturday nights in October (Oct. 4-5, 11-12, 18-19, 25-26) as well as on two Sunday afternoons (Oct. 13 & 20).

AUDITIONS for the 2019 Haunted Brewery Tour will be held:

  • SUNDAY, September 1, from 1 to 3pm
  • MONDAY, September 2, from 7 to 9pm

At Madcap Education Center in Westwood
3064 Harrison Ave., Cincinnati OH 45211

Roles: Actors (ages 18-60) needed for historic characters and interactive tour guides. Improv/atmo experience preferred but not required.

Commitment: Actors would be needed for all event dates. LIMITED conflicts could be accommodated for preferred talent. There would be 2 rehearsals scheduled before opening.

Pay: $1,000 stipend, paid at conclusion of the event.

No appointments necessary. Can bring headshot/resume to audition but not required.

Questions? Email jwcincyescaperoom@gmail.com.

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Auditions Announced for THE GIFTS OF THE MAGI at Middletown Lyric Theatre

MLT_logoMiddletown Lyric Theatre
1530 Central Avenue
Information: cshafor@middletownlyric.org

Tuesday, September 24th
7pm – 8pm

Audition Requirements: Please prepare ONE song and ONE Holiday Carol. Please choose songs that show your vocal range and ability as well as your personality. You will also be ask to do a small reading.

You would need to be conflict free from December 6 through production.
THE GIFTS OF THE MAGI, a musical
By Randy Courts and Mark St. Germain

Synopsis: It is Christmas in New York, but for two young lovers, Jim and Della, the prospects are bleak. But as those familiar with the famous O. Henry story are aware, their dilemma is solved when both part with their most precious possessions, in order to buy presents for each other thereby creating, at least for a magical moment, an aura of warmth and giving. In addition to their story, there are glimpses of various city folk going about their holiday business, and the hilarious plight of a cheerful bum named Soapy. Enhanced by tuneful songs and neatly tied together by a newsboy narrator, named Willy!

Production Information:
Performances are December 13, 14, 20 & 21
You would need to be conflict free from December 6 through production.

Audition Requirements: Please prepare ONE song and ONE Holiday Carol. Please choose songs that show your vocal range and ability as well as your personality. You will also be ask to do a small reading.

Roles Available: ages are guidelines and shouldn’t discourage you from auditioning if you feel you fit the part.

SOAPY: late 30’s – 60’s – A delightful hobo, with lots of character and wisdom to offer. This role is perfect for the physical and over the top comedy actor. A bonus, would be, knowing basic tap or soft shoe.

WILLY: 15 – early 20’s – A spunky, charismatic and attention grabbing newspaper carrier. He is the narrator of our story. MUST be a strong singer

ADULT TOWNSPEOPLE: 3 – 5 Adults, male and female, ages 18 – ???. Small character bits available. All will sing. The ability to harmonize and or sing acapella would be great.

YOUTH TOWNSPEOPLE: 3 – 5 Young People ages 9 – 17 – Small character bits available. Having choral experience and or the ability to harmonize would be a bonus

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Auditions Announced for 2019-2020 Season at Cincinnati Black Theatre Company

CBTC_logoSat, Aug. 24 from Noon-4pm

Carl Lindner YMCA – 1425 Linn St., Cincinnati OH 45214

Season includes:

  • FOR BLACK BOYS WHO HAVE CONSIDERED HOMICIDE WHEN THE STREETS WERE TOO MUCH
  • BLACK NATIVITY 2019
  • ANNE & EMMETT
  • Disney’s THE LION KING JR.

Seeking singers, dancers, modern, jazz, musicians, actors, actresses, technical crew, and production assistants.

All actors, singers and dancers from beginners to advanced level are welcome. Ages 8 and up.

Prepare In Advance

  • Prepare 1 minute monologue
  • Prepare 1 minute song
  • Prepare a short dance piece

Day of Auditions

  • Bring current photo/headshot /performance resume/background experience
  • Dress comfortably  and expect a wait
  • Be prepared to move
  • Be prepared for anything!
  • Arrive in time for registration

For more information contact 513.241.6060 or cincyblacktheatre@gmail.com.

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