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Auditions Announced for DECISION HEIGHT at Dayton Theatre Guild

DTGOpen audition notice for DECISION HEIGHT by Meredith Dayna Levy

Auditions will be held Mon & Tue, Aug 26 & 27, 2019, starting at 7:00 pm both nights.
Production dates: Oct 11-27, 2019

The Dayton Theatre Guild at the Caryl D. Philip TheatreScape
430 Wayne Ave, Dayton OH, 45410
937-278-5993 — www.daytontheatreguild.org

Directed by David Senatore
Produced by Kathy Mola

DECISION HEIGHT tells the story of six Women’s Air Force Service Pilots (called WASPS) who flew aircraft during World War II. While they didn’t see combat, these ladies were responsible for transporting planes and pulling targets for live ammunition training, freeing the men for active duty after the attack on Pearl Harbor. The WASPS proved an important asset for the military, but have been largely forgotten in the history books. This play was the winner of the 2013 Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival.

Casting Requirements:

  • Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script.
  • A résumé and headshot are not required but are appreciated.
  • Please provide a list of all known conflicts between Aug 28 and Oct 27, 2019.

NOTE: If you would like to audition but are unavailable Aug 26 or 27, please contact the director at d-senatore@hotmail.com to schedule an alternate time.

Character breakdowns:

Character ages range from early 20’s to late 40’s, and can be of any ethnicity. The goal is to represent the array of women from varying social/economic backgrounds and cultural experiences who were able to bond over their love of flying.

  • Virginia: Good natured, empathetic observer who takes strength from her faith
  • Edith: Blunt, quick-witted, hot shot pilot whose hard shell protects a soft center
  • Norma Jean: Strong, confident, leader with a natural grace and Southern charm
  • Rosalie: Soft spoken, self-doubting youngster with big dreams of adventure
  • Alice: The repressed housewife who is able to liberate herself through flying
  • Carol: The energetic optimist who’s larger-than-life personality makes up for her short stature
  • Mildred: Brassy girl who likes to generate drama, especially if it means self-gain. She’s a woman of few loyalties
  • Mrs. Deaton: The government-employed den mother of the WASPs
  • Ziggie: The female pilot instructor hired to train the recruits. Their safety is her top concern. Hard edged. Tough. A rare woman

For more information please contact David Senatore at d-senatore@hotmail.com

The show runs weekends Oct 11-27, 2019
First Weekend: Friday 8pm, Saturday 8pm, Sunday 3pm
Second & Third Weekend: Friday 8pm, Saturday 5pm, Sunday 3pm

For more information, including auditions, see http://www.daytontheatreguild.org/.

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Auditions Announced for NEVERMORE at Beavercreek Community Theatre

bctBeavercreek Community Theatre Open Auditions for NEVERMORE
Music by Matt Conner
Book by Grace Barnes
Based on the writings of Edgar Allan Poe

Directed by: Matthew Smith
Music Director: Lorri B. Johnson-Topping
Assistant Music Director: Abby Williams
Set Designer: Christ Harmon
Choreographer: Kiersten Farmer
Costume Designer: Janet Powell
Lighting Designer/Producer: John Falkenbach
Stage Manager: Dionne Meyer

Monday and Tuesday, August 26 and 27, 7pm at Beavercreek Community Theatre
*No callbacks

Performance dates: October 25 – November 3, 2019.

SHOW DESCRIPTION
Based on the writings of Edgar Allan Poe
Take a dark, mysterious, musical journey into the heart and soul of Edgar Allan Poe, America’s first truly visionary poet. This story of love, personal demons and self-discovery delves into the mind of Poe with disturbing yet relatable charm. Poe’s poetry is transformed into soaring musical numbers creating a timeline that lures the audience into his world.

For more information visit https://www.theatricalrights.com/show/edgar-allan-poes-nevermore/.

AUDITIONS PREPARATION

  • Please prepare 16 to 32 bars. Nothing from show. Clearly mark cuts. No acapella and NO digital tracks or electronic music. All must sing with piano.
  • Little dance requirements. No dance audition.
  • Please bring a resume and list all conflicts. Headshot helpful, but not required.

AVAILABLE ROLES

  • EDGAR (bari-tenor): the poet. Ranging in age from 17 to death at 40. Stubborn, determined and obsessed with his work.
  • MUDDY (mezzo): Virginia’s mother and Edgar’s surrogate mother. Muddy is stoic and is the grounded voice of reason.
  • MOTHER (mezzo): Edgar’s mother. She died when Edgar was still a child. She is a haunting presence in Edgar’s life.
  • ELMIRA (mezzo): a southern belle. Edgar’s first and last love. Ranging in age from 17 to 40. Elmira is understanding, patient and a place of salvation.
  • VIRGINIA (soprano): age 13, Edgar’s bride and cousin. Virginia is youthful, naive and a source of inspiration for Edgar.
  • THE WHORE (alto/belter): an embodiment of Edgar’s fantasy. A street wise woman who is insightful and compassionate.

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Auditions Announced for Cincinnati Symphony Youth Orchestra

CSYO_logoThe CSYO program provides qualified students with an opportunity to perform in the Philharmonic Orchestra or Concert Orchestra. Acceptance into the ensembles depends of the strength of the applicant pool and is based on season repertoire. Auditions are open to students entering grades 7-12 who are prepared to commit to the CSYO rigorous rehearsal and concert schedule. Auditions are scheduled at 10 minute intervals and are heard by members of the CSO or other highly qualified local musicians. Specific instrumental requirements appear on the excerpt packet for each instrument located at the links below.

  • NO accompaniment is necessary for solo pieces
  • Scales may be asked as a part of your audition
  • Parents are not allowed in the audition area after check-in. A waiting area is provided for family members
  • A School Music Program Participation Form signed by your private teacher and current school music director is required for the audition

Dates: August 23-25, 2019

Times: Applicants are notified of their audition date and time by email following receipt of the application and fee.

Place: To be determined in Spring 2019

Fee: $30 non-refundable. This increases to $35 on July 1, 2019

Deadline: Applications must be received by 5:00 PM Friday, August 2, 2019

For more information and a link to apply: https://www.cincinnatisymphony.org/education-and-community/youth-programs/cincinnati-symphony-youth-orchestras/csyo-audition/

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Auditions Announced for A NEW BRAIN at Dare to Defy Productions

D2D_logoDare 2 Defy Productions is thrilled to announce auditions for our upcoming production of the musical A NEW BRAIN, directed by Philip Drennen.

The show will run October 17-19, 2019 at the new PNC Arts Annex with a tentative first rehearsal of September 2, 2019.

Auditions/callbacks will be held on August 11, 2019 starting at 6:00 pm. You will not need to prepare your own songs, we will only be working material from the show.

To receive callback materials, please send your headshot/resume to norgaard@dare2defy.org. Audition location will be emailed back.

All roles are available. All Ethnicities and ages 18+ are encouraged to audition. These are paid non-union contract positions.

Please see casting breakdown below.

  • Gordon Schwinn: A lovable but sarcastic composer, working on music for Mr. Bungee’s TV show Male Tenor (G2-G4)
  • Mr. Bungee: The slightly tyrannical director/producer/star of his own children’s TV show; a frog Male Baritone (B2-G4)
  • Mimi Schwinn: Gordon’s loving yet slightly unstable mother Female Mezzo/Alto (F#3 – C#5)
  • Rhoda: Gordon’s agent and best friend Female Mezzo/Soprano (A3 to E5)
  • Roger Delli-Bovi: Gordon’s charming and affectionate boyfriend Male Baritone (A2 to G4)
  • Richard: A kind and compassionate nurse Male Baritone (G2 to G4)
  • Homeless Lady: Intelligent, caring, yet rough around the edges Female Mezzo Belt (F3 to Eb5)
  • Dr. Berensteiner: An unsympathetic doctor Male Baritone (G2 to E4)
  • Priest: A somewhat clueless man of the cloth at the hospital Male Tenor (C3 to A4)
  • Waitress/Nancy D: The waitress is overbearing; Nancy is a mean nurse Female Soprano (A3 to G5)

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Auditions Announced for GENDER BENDER REVUE at Mason Community Players

MCP_sm logoAfter back-to-back sold out years, the GENDER BENDER REVUE returns to the Mason Community Players!

We are looking for a diverse group of performers from all over the Greater Cincinnati area. Join us for a rare opportunity to perform pieces like they’ve never been done before – this is your chance to perform a song, dance, or spoken word traditionally performed by another gender.

Monday, July 29th 7pm-9pm
Tuesday, July 30th 7pm- 9pm

Theater 42 – 2752 US-42, Lebanon, OH 45036

Sign up at https://signup.com/go/XZnGbvQ for an audition time. Walk-ins are also welcome.

We are also encouraging and accepting video auditions. Please send your video to bonnie.emmer@gmail.com by 9pm on Tuesday, July 30th.

What to prepare:

  • Singers: Bring 32 bars of a Broadway-style song that best shows your abilities. Accompaniment will be available – pre-recorded tracks and acapella auditions are also accepted.
  • Actors: Bring a prepared 1-minute monologue.

You are encouraged to bring a piece that you would like to perform in the actual show. If you are unsure what you’d like to perform, bring whatever song / monologue best shows your abilities. If you only want to be considered for musical numbers, you do not need to prepare a monologue.

Rehearsals:
Performers should expect 2-3 rehearsals per week (except tech week) and the rehearsal schedule will be built as much as possible around each performer’s conflicts.

Performance Information:
Friday, October 18th @ 8pm
Saturday, October 19th @ 8pm
Sunday, October 20th @2pm
More details on the performances (and after party!) to come.

Questions: Contact bonnie.emmer@gmail.com

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