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Auditions Announced for SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN JR at Loveland Stage Company

LSC_Singin in the Rain Jr logoLoveland Stage Company presents 

SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN JR
Directed by Stephanie Mackris
Choreographed by Margie Clegg
Produced by David Marcus

Auditions

  • May 26 & 27 from 7:30-9pm
  • May 28 from 3-7:30pm.

You must sign up for a time at our Signup Genius Page

  • Please prepare 16-32 bars or 30-60 seconds of a song and be prepared to dance and read from the script.
  • Please bring tap and/or jazz shoes, if you have them.
  • We will be able to play YouTube Karaoke or play a CD for your song. You may also choose to sing acapella. 

Rehearsals Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday evenings in June.
Performances June 23, 24, 25 and 26.

The “Greatest Movie Musical of All Time” is faithfully and lovingly adapted by Broadway legends Betty Comden and Adolph Green, from their original award-winning screenplay in Singin’ in the Rain JR. Hilarious situations, snappy dialogue and a hit-parade score of Hollywood standards make Singin’ in the Rain JR. a guaranteed good time for performers and audience members alike.

Singin’ in the Rain JR. has all the makings of a Tinseltown tabloid headline — the starlet, the leading man and a love affair that could change lives and make or break careers! In silent movies, Don Lockwood and Lina Lamont are a hot item, but behind the scenes, things aren’t always as they appear on the big screen! Meanwhile, Lina’s squeaky voice might be the end of her career in “talking pictures” without the help of a talented young actress to do the talking and singing for her.

Character Breakdown

Dora Bailey
Always first on the scene for any major film opening, and she has the Hollywood scoop. This is a perfect non-singing role for a student with a great speaking voice who isn’t quite ready for a lead.
Gender: Female

Don Lockwood
Hollywood’s leading man in silent film. Charming and charismatic, Don has no shortage of female admirers. Don is smart and levelheaded; he likes being a famous Hollywood actor, but he doesn’t let the celebrity hype go to his head. Cast your best male singer and actor in this role, and someone who pairs well with Kathy.
Gender: Male
Vocal range top: Eb4
Vocal range bottom: Bb2

Lina Lamont
A glamorous star of Hollywood’s silent films. She believes everything amazing she reads about herself in the gossip magazines, including that she and Don Lockwood are madly in love. Your actress will have to work to accomplish the right amount of exasperating ditz to bring this character to life. Cast a confident, comedic actress who is not afraid to take positive risks and can keep Lina’s nasal, grating voice consistent throughout the entire show.
Gender: Female
Vocal range top: Db5
Vocal range bottom: Bb3

Cosmo Brown
Often serves as the comic relief in the show. Quick-witted and sure-footed, Cosmo is fast with a one-liner to lighten the mood. Cosmo is Don’s right-hand man, and it’s great to cast someone who physically contrasts with Don. Cast someone with great comedic chops and a strong musical sense as he leads many numbers in the show.
Gender: Male
Vocal range top: Db5
Vocal range bottom: Bb2

Roz
Always by Lina’s side, or trailing after her. As Lina’s manager, Roz works hard to make sure nothing upsets her. This non-singing character is a great supporting role for a promising young actress.
Gender: Female

R.F. Simpson
The studio producer in charge of “Lockwood-Lamont” films. R.F.’s first and foremost goal is to make money, and if that means doing a talkie film that’s fine with him. Cast a character actor who can show off R.F.’s anxious boss persona. This is a great non- singing role for a physically smaller actor with a big voice.
Gender: Male

Dexter
The studio’s director for Lamont and Lockwood films. He’s loud and blustery, and he’s easily frustrated with his assistants and Lina. This is a perfect non-singing role for an actor with a big voice who can show his frustration as he works to complete his first talkie.
Gender: Male

Dexter’s Assistants
Dexter’s 1st, 2nd and 3rd Assistants are great featured roles for ensemble members who are new to the stage.
Gender: Any

Kathy Selden
Wants to become an actress. She takes her career as an artist seriously and is embarrassed that she has to take jobs like singing and popping out of a cake just to get by. Cast your strongest singer and actress who can easily portray an honest likability as well as a tough exterior. An actress who pairs well with Don is also important as they have many scenes together.
Gender: Female
Vocal range top: Eb5
Vocal range bottom: G3

Miss Dinsmore and the Teacher
The vocal coaches hired to turn Lina’s voice into cultured perfection and to work with all of the other actors in the show. Tough, proper and slightly overworked, these characters are great roles to feature your hard-working ensemble members. These are non-solo singing roles.
Gender: Female

Zelda
Lina’s right-hand gal, who informs her that Kathy’s voice is being dubbed over hers. Zelda can be dramatic and over-the-top like Lina, but at her core, she cares about her friend. This is a fantastic featured role for a confident performer who is unafraid to make bold choices.
Gender: Female

Sam
A sound engineer, should be all business. Cast a young person who is comfortable taking charge onstage.
Gender: Any

Broadway Melody Host
A natural leader. This role can be male or female and should be one of your stronger singers. This actor doesn’t need to be an excellent dancer, but he or she needs to command the stage with an air of confidence.
Gender: Any
Vocal range top: F5
Vocal range bottom: Bb2

Broadway Dancers
Broadway Dancers #1 and #2 are featured in “Broadway Melody” and should be excellent singers and dancers.
Gender: Any
Vocal range top: F5
Vocal range bottom: C3

Chorus Girls
The Chorus Girls #1, #2, #3 and #4 are great featured singing roles in “Make ’Em Laugh.” They don’t need to be great singers as long as they can convey character and are able to be heard.
Gender: Female
Vocal range top: D5
Vocal range bottom: C4

Stagehands
Stagehands #1, #2 and #3 are great featured singing roles in “Make ’Em Laugh.” They don’t need to be great singers as long as they can convey character and are able to be heard.
Gender: Any
Vocal range top: C5
Vocal range bottom: F4

Ensemble
The ensemble roles in Singin’ In The Rain JR. are comprised of the Crowd, Pedestrians, including Pedestrian #1 and Pedestrian #2, Stars, Fans, including Fan #1 and Fan #2, Policeman, Party Guests, including Young Lady, Kathy’s Girls, Chorus Girls, Broadway Chorus, Guests, a Sound Engineer, Stagehands, Students, Sound Crew, Screening Guests, a Passerby, the Butler, Orchestra Leader and Audience Members.

They really make the 1920s Golden Age of Hollywood come alive and are essential to this romantic light-hearted comedy. These ensemble groups are filled with named characters who have lines, so many of your ensemble students will have featured moments. Depending on your cast size, these ensemble groups can all be double or triple cast. Even if you have actors playing three or four different ensemble roles, emphasize the importance of character, and make sure your young performers make consistent character choices when they step onstage.
Gender: Any

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Disney’s DESCENDANTS Runs June 17-26

KRT_Disney DescendantsDisney’s DESCENDANTS 
Springboro Community Theatre
June 17-26
Springboro Performing Arts Center

Directed by Heather Powell
Vocal Direction by Amy Brady
Choreography by Kara Castle

Cast: Ella Widau at Mal, Shelby McCoy as Evie, Braxton Miller as Jay, Tyler Taylor as Carlos, Alyssa Iverson as Maleficent, Alli Brown as Grimhilde, Brody Crawford as Jafar, Maggie Arnnett as Cruella De Vil, Colson Littrell as Ben, Brody Crawford as King Beast, Madison Callahan as Queen Belle, Audrey Martin as Fairy Godmother, Addison Wenner as Jane, Andrew Wright at Chad, Tabitha Powell as Audrey, Nolan Todd as Doug, Josie Ward as Royal Page, Julia Kirk as Royal Guard, Olivia Jones as Maurice, Kate Tamme as Coach & Nevach Webb as Snow White
Ensemble: Madison Callahan, Jessica Ellis, Olivia Jones, Isadore Karrick, Julia Kirk, Liliana Lee, Hannah Pittenger, Aubrey Stiens, Kate Tamme, Josie Ward, Nevach Webb & Andrew Wright

It is present-day, and in the kingdom of Auradon, all of Disney’s beloved heroes and royalty are living happily ever after, safe from the terrifying villains and troublesome sidekicks they have banished to the magic-free Isle of the Lost. That is until Ben, the benevolent teenage son of Belle and King Adam (The Beast), offers a chance of redemption for the troublemaking offspring of the evilest villains. Mal, Evie, Jay, and Carlos – the children of Maleficent, the Evil Queen, Cruella De Vil, and Jafar – are welcomed to Auradon Prep to attend school with the children of their parents’ sworn enemies. Now entering a completely foreign world and way of life, the four Villain Kids have a difficult choice to make: should they follow in their parents’ wicked footsteps or learn to be good?

  • Fri-Sat, June 17-18 at 7pm
  • Sun, June 19 at 2pm
  • Fri-Sat, June 24-25 at 7pm
  • Sun, June 26 at 2pm

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ALICE IN WONDERLAND Runs June 17-26

SSP_Alice in Wonderland logoALICE IN WONDERLAND
Sunset Players
June 17-26
Arts Center at Dunham [West Price Hill]

Directed by Bob Kelley

The classic tale of Alice in Wonderland comes to life as a group of performers seeks out Alice to provide “her turn” in Wonderland. As her adventure unfolds, the performers play the many characters Alice encounters along her journey and grows to love.

  • Fri, June 17 at 7pm
  • Sat-Sun, June 18-19 at 2pm
  • Fri, June 24 at 7pm
  • Sat-Sun, June 25-26 at 2pm

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LES MISERABLE School Edition Runs June 16-19

RISEUP_Les MiserablesLES MISERABLE School Edition
Rise Up Performing Arts
June 16-19
Sorg Opera House [Middletown]

One of the world’s most iconic and longest-running musicals, made accessible for students, Les Misérables – School Edition tells the story of Jean Valjean, a former convict who spends a lifetime seeking redemption. Set against the backdrop of 19th-century France and the aftermath of the French Revolution, this timeless story of intertwined destinies reveals the power of compassion and the quiet evil of indifference to human suffering. As Valjean’s quest for a new life carries him into Paris and to the barricades of the Student Revolution, he is hunted by Inspector Javert and the ghosts of his past. Amidst a battle for the soul of Paris, he discovers the true meaning of love and salvation. With the original show performed in over 40 countries and 22 languages, this widely known lush and swelling score features such famed songs as “I Dreamed a Dream,” “On My Own,” and “Bring Him Home,” Les Mis brings Victor Hugo’s revolutionary novel blazingly to life.

  • Thu-Fri, June 16-17 at 7pm
  • Sat, June 18 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Sun, June 19 at 2pm

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Auditions Announced for 101 DALMATIONS KIDS at Rise Up Performing Arts

RUPA_logoAudition dates:

  • May 21 from 9am-2pm
  • May 23 from 5-7pm

Register for an audition slot here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70a054faca828a64-101dalmatians

For: ages 7-13

Rehearsals begin May 31st
Show dates: July 22nd-24th
Show Times: Fri at 7:00, Sat at 2:00 & Sat at 5:00

Show Location: Fairfield Freshman Theatre
Director: Sarah Grace McCollough

Audition forms are available here.

The Dalmatians Pongo and Perdita happily raise their Puppies — Penny, Pepper, Lucky, and Patch — in a small, loving home on the edge of Regent’s Park in the city of London (“Dalmatian Conga”). As the Dogs Of London narrate, Nanny cares for all the Dalmatians, including their human “pets”: Roger, a composer, and Anita, an artist. Part of the family’s cherished routine is watching their favorite TV program (“Thunderbolt Adventure Hour”) and singing along to the super-catchy commercial theme song for their favorite snack (“Kanine Krunchies”).

One day, their wealthy neighbor, Cruella De Vil, stops by and, admiring the spotted puppies, realizes they are just what she needs to complete her fabulous fur collection. When Roger refuses to sell the Dalmatian pups, Cruella storms off (“Cruella De Vil”) and plots with Horace and Jasper to steal them (“Cruella’s Scheme”).

With Nanny and Anita out of the house and Roger asleep in front of the TV, Cruella’s henchmen lure the puppies away to her fur vault using Kanine Krunchies as bait (“Kanine Krunchies – Reprise”, “The Fur Vault”). Realizing their beloved puppies were stolen, Pongo and Perdita appeal to the Dogs of London for help (“Twilight Bark”).

Meanwhile, the puppies discover they are not alone in the fur vault. Other Puppies, including Freckles and Spotty, explain to the Dalmatian pups where they are and what’s to become of them. Despite being surrounded by police, Cruella is determined to get her new fur (“My Beautiful Coat”), even as the Dogs of London — headed by the resourceful cat, Sergeant Tibbs — rescue all the puppies from the fur vault (“The Chase”). As a Police Officer and Dogcatcher capture the three thieves, Roger, Anita, and Nanny imagine a puppy-filled happily ever after (“Dalmatian Vacation & Finale”) with their adopted 101 Dalmatians!

Roles Available

  • Cruella De Vil
    Cruella is the rich, fashion-forward antagonist of the story who harbors a penchant for puppy fur. Ruthless and impulsive, she should command the stage with dramatic flair and brassiness.
    Vocal range top: C4
    Vocal range bottom: Ab3
  • Roger
    Roger, married to Anita, is the soft-spoken yet confident composer and owner of Pongo and Perdita. His relaxed form of leadership acts as a contrast to the frenetic Cruella. He should be a strong actor, singer, and mover with an adult bearing that sets him apart from the more immature puppies.
    Vocal range top: B4
    Vocal range bottom: A#2
  • Anita
    Anita, wife of Roger, is a sweet and nurturing painter whose kind disposition acts as a stark contrast to Cruella’s cruelty.
    Vocal range top: C5
    Vocal range bottom: D4
  • Horace and Jasper
    Horace and Jasper, Cruella’s two henchmen for hire, provide the show’s comic relief à la Abbott and Costello or Laurel and Hardy.
    Vocal range top: B4
    Vocal range bottom: Ab3
  • Perdita and Pongo
    Perdita and Pongo, the puppies’ parents, have similar dispositions to their owners, Roger and Anita.
  • Lucky, Patch, Penny, and Pepper
    Perdita and Pongo’s funny and spirited pups.
  • Nanny
    Nanny is the warm yet outspoken housekeeper to Roger and Anita. This is a small role that requires a strong speaking voice (no singing required).
  • Dogs of London
    The Dogs of London include the Boxers, Scotties, Poodles, and Chihuahuas that assist Perdita and Pongo in saving their puppies. All should be comfortable embodying the physical movement of their particular breed.
  • Boxer Narrator, Scottie Narrator, Poodle Narrator, and Chihuahua Narrator
    Boxer Narrator, Scottie Narrator, Poodle Narrator, and Chihuahua Narrator help to tell the story and are part of your Dogs of London ensemble.
  • Dalmatian Ensemble
    Dognapped by Cruella, these Dalmatian pups come in halfway through the play.
  • Freckles and Spotty
    Freckles and Spotty, two Dalmatian puppies stolen by Cruella.
  • Sergeant Tibbs
    Sergeant Tibbs is the army cat that rallies the Dogs of London to rescue the puppies.
    Vocal range top: Bb4
    Vocal range bottom: G4
  • Police Officer
    The Police Officer arrests the villains at the end of the show.
  • Dogcatcher
    The Dogcatcher appears at show’s end to dramatically remove Cruella from the scene.

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