Local Youth Actors to Audition for Winter Shows Under Noble Fool's Fox Valley Rep

The Noble Fool Theatricals Performing Arts Academy (soon-to-be Fox Valley Rep Performing Arts Academy in January) is eager to have local youth audition for a variety of performance opportunities, including: Seussical Jr. Youth Ensemble musical, a children's Snow White production, and the teen play comedy The Talent Show. All auditions are for programs offered in 2011 under Noble Fool's new academy name, FVR Performing Arts Academy, at Pheasant Run Resort (4051 E. Main St., St. Charles, IL; admin telephone 630-443-0438).

"We are excited to begin our new journey as the FVR Performing Arts Academy with these three great audition-only programs," says Education Manager Tracy Whiteside. "For ages 6 to 19 years old, we have the ability to offer these advanced educational programs that are designed for the best and the brightest young talent in the area. All of these productions are in addition to the winter classes we offer, which are open to all experience levels."

All auditions are held at Pheasant Run Resort's Preservation Hall A Studio Stage, and are considered first-come, first-served open auditions.

"SEUSSICAL JR." Youth Ensemble Winter 2011 Musical
In this musical extravaganza, the FVR Youth Ensemble will bring to life all of your favorite Dr. Seuss characters, including Horton the Elephant, The Cat in the Hat, Gertrude McFuzz, Lazy Mayzie and a little boy with a big imagination--Jojo.

Director: Patrick Stinson
Music Director: Rachel Page
Ages: 11-19

Open Auditions:
Thursday, December 16 from 4:00-7:00 pm OR
Saturday, December 18 from 2:30-5:30 pm

Prepare and memorize a 1-minute monologue in the style of the show which portrays the character you are most interested in playing. Memorize 16 bars of a song from a similar style show. Bring sheet music; an accompanist will be provided. Do not bring CDs. Singing a cappella is not recommended. Actors will be taught a dance routine. Be prepared to dance with proper shoes and clothing.

"SNOW WHITE" Kids Winter 2011 Mainstage Musical
Director: Tracy Whiteside
Ages: 6-10

Open Auditions:
Wednesday, January 12th from 5:30-7:30 pm OR
Saturday, January 15th from 9:00-11:00 am

Memorize a one-minute monologue. Prepare 16 bars of a song from a similar style show. Bring CD with backing tracks.

"THE TALENT SHOW" Teens Winter 2011 Play Comedy
Director: Tracy Whiteside
Ages: 13-19

Open Auditions:
Thursday, January 13th from 5:30-7:30 pm OR
Saturday, January 15th from 12:00-2:00 pm
Prepare and memorize a 1-minute monologue in the style of the show which portrays the character you are most interested in playing. You may be asked to read from the script.

About the soon-to-be FVR Performing Arts Academy
The Fox Valley Rep Arts Academy is a non-profit organization. The academy continues to feature some of the Chicago area's most respected teachers, directors, actors and musicians.
For more information on the Performing Arts Academy or for more audition information, visit www.noblefool.org/education, call 630-364-0550, or email education@noblefool.org. Noble Fool Theatricals at Pheasant Run Resort is located at 4051 E. Main St., St. Charles, IL. Additional theater information may be obtained at www.noblefool.org or www.foxvalleyrep.org.

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