Verdonatrong> Charlotte’s Web Auditions Set for September

08/13/07

Auditions for the 19th Annual Fall Children’s Theatre, “Charlotte’s Web” The Musical will be on Friday, September 7 from 2 – 6 p.m. and on Saturday, September 8 from 9 a.m. until noon. If needed, call backs will be on Monday, September 10 at 6 p.m. Auditions are open to the public from ages 8 to adult and will be held in the SCC Educational Center.

A cast of 50 is expected including characters and chorus members. Those auditioning must bring a headshot, snapshot or school photo of their faces. If auditioning for a main character, please choose one of that character’s songs from the show to sing for auditions and select a short scene from the script to perform. Copies of the scripts, CD and music are available for review. All individuals auditioning are asked to bring a photo of themselves, sing a prepared song either with music or a cappella, read aloud from the script, be prepared to learn a few simple dance steps; and wear comfortable clothes: no dresses or tight pants.

Upon arrival, please sign in at the registration table, complete the audition form and attach your photograph. The actual audition time will be approximately 10-15 minutes per small group. Participants may leave after their audition; for audition results please contact Tim Frizzell on Monday, September 10 at 800-481-2242, extension 3323 or 618-634-3323; or email at timf@shawneecc.edu. Audition results will also be posted on the SCC website at www.shawneecc.edu.

Participating in a college theatre performance is a major commitment of time and talent. Rehearsals will be held Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 6:30 p.m. until 9:30 p.m. The first read through rehearsal and Parent Information Meeting will be Monday, September 10 at 7 p.m. in the SCC Educational Center. We ask that at least one parent or guardian attend the Parent Information Meeting to obtain important details about the production.

“Charlotte’s Web” The Musical performances will be held in the Educational Center located at the Main Campus near Ullin on Thursday and Friday, November 1 and 2 at 9 a.m. and noon, with evening performances on Friday and Saturday, November 3 and 4 at 7:00 p.m. A matinee will be Saturday, November 4 at 2 p.m.
“Charlotte’s Web” The Musical is produced by special arrangement with The Dramatic Publishing Company of Woodstock, Illinois. The performance is based upon the story by E.B. White, book by Joseph Robinette and music and lyrics by Charles Strouse. 

For more information, contact Tim Frizzell, Educational Center Coordinator at 800-481-2242, extension 3323 or 618-634-3323; or email at timf@shawneecc.edu. For ticket information, contact Lisa Tarpley at 800-481-2242, extension 3250 or 618-634-3250; or email lisat@shawneecc.edu.