Local Youth Actors Invited to Audition for Fox Valley Rep's Fundraising Performance
By: Gabrielle Sierra Feb. 15, 2011
The Fox Valley Rep Performing Arts Academy is eager to have local youth audition for a variety of performance opportunities, including: "Broadway's Best" Teen Master Class and Fundraising Performance, "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown" Kids Musical, the Teens Play Comedy "Scenes From a Dance", and the Youth Ensemble's summer production of "Little Shop of Horrors." All auditions and programs take place at Fox Valley Rep's home - Pheasant Run Resort (4051 E. Main St., St. Charles, IL; education telephone 630-364-0550).
"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," says Education Manager Tracy Whiteside. "All of these productions are in addition to the spring and summer classes we offer, which are open to all experience levels."Artistic Director John Gawlik adds, "We're excited to have this very special "Broadway's Best" Master Class this year. The singers selected for this great program will have the opportunity to showcase their talent in a Benefit Performance for the community to come and support the arts on May 20 and 22. Ticket proceeds will specifically benefit the FVR Performing Arts Academy so that we can continue to offer quality education, award-winning instructors, and provide scholarships for those in need.""BROADWAY'S BEST" Teen Master Class Spring 2011Ages: 13-19
Open Auditions:
Sunday, March 20 from 2-4 pm or
Monday, March 21 from 4-6 pm
Director: Tracy Whiteside
Ages: 6-10
Open Auditions:
Wednesday, March 16 from 5:30-7:30 pm or
Saturday, March 19 from 12-2 pm
Memorize a one-minute monologue. Prepare 16 bars of a song from a similar style show. Bring CD with backing tracks."SCENES FROM A DANCE" Teens Spring 2011 Play Comedy
Director: Tracy Whiteside
Ages: 13-19
Open Auditions:
Thursday, March 17 from 5:30-7:30 pm OR
Saturday, March 19 from 3-5 pmPrepare 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.
"LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS" Full-Length Youth Ensemble Summer 2011 Musical
Ages: 12-19
Open Auditions:
Sunday, April 3 from 5-7 pm or
Monday, April 4 from 5-7 pmPrepare 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.About the 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.foxvalleyrep.org/education, call 630-364-0550, or email education@foxvalleyrep.org. Fox Valley Repertory at Pheasant Run Resort is located at 4051 E. Main St., St. Charles, IL. Additional theater information may be obtained at www.foxvalleyrep.org.
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