Teens Invited to Audition For Roles in One-Act Holiday Comedies

The Noble Fool Theatricals Performing Arts Academy is eager to have local teens audition for a chance to learn and perform one-act holiday comedies that will take place on the Mainstage at Pheasant Run Resort (4051 E. Main St., St. Charles, IL; admin telephone 630-443-0438).

"This is designed as an advanced, audition only program for the best and brightest talent in the area," says Education Manager Tracy Whiteside. "The cast will rehearse and perform three one-act scripted comedies for the public to come and enjoy for free. It's a great opportunity for teens to work on their comedic skills, and they will also have the option to write and direct their own one-act comedies."

TEENS PLAY: CHRISTMAS ONE-ACTS
Director: Tracy Whiteside
Ages: 13-19

Open Auditions at Preservation Hall A Studio Stage at Pheasant Run
Thursday, October 28 from 4:30-6:30 pm OR
Saturday, October 30 from 2:30-4:30 pm

Rehearsals: November 4 - December 9, 2010; Thursdays, 5:30-9:00 pm

Prepare and memorize a 1-minute monologue. You may be asked to read from the script.

OTHER LATE FALL PROGRAMS

TEENS SHOW CHOIR: HOLIDAYS SONGS
Director: Debra Stombres
Ages: 13-19

Audition-Only Program: Please call 630-364-0550 to arrange appointment
Rehearsals: November 6 to December 18, 2010*; Saturdays, 2:00-5:00 pm

Prepare and memorize 32 bars of a contemporary song. Monologues are not required for Show Choir auditions. Be prepared to dance with proper shoes and clothing.

YOUTH ACTING TECHNIQUE
Ages: 7 to 12
Rehearsals: November 3 to December 15, 2010; Wednesdays, 5:30-7:30pm

This class is designed to develop basic acting skills including audition technique, showing emotions and becoming a character by rehearsing scenes from "Harry Potter" and "Shrek."No singing or dancing.

KIDS MUSICAL THEATRE
Ages: 6 to 8
Rehearsals: November 6 to December 18, 2010; Saturdays, 9:00-11:00 am
Teaching Artist: Tracy Whiteside

Performers in this group will memorize lines, songs and choreography from selected scenes from "Little Mermaid" for a 15-minute performance for family and friends. Students build confidence and coordination while learning to work as a team in this exciting performance class.

YOUTH "GLEE" SHOW CHOIR-HOLIDAY SONGS
Ages: 6 to 12
Rehearsals: November 6 to December 18, 2010; Saturdays, 11:30 am to 1:30 pm

Our professional show choir director will work with students on solos, duets, and ensemble pieces from popular contemporary songs. Participants will progress from basic to more advanced singing skills learning and perfecting breath control, phrasing and expanding range.

TWEENS MUSICAL THEATRE "GODSPELL"
AGES: 9 to 12
Rehearsals: November 7 to December 19, 2010; Sundays, 2:00-4:00 pm
Teaching Artist: Tracy Whiteside

Performers in this group will memorize lines, songs and choreography from selected scenes from the popular musical "Godspell" to be performed for family and friends at a 20-minute showcase. Students will build confidence and develop many skills including teamwork and creative thinking.

About the NFT Performing Arts Academy
The Noble Fool Performing Arts Academy (soon to be the Fox Valley Repertory (FVR) Academy in 2011!) is a non-porft organization. The academy features some of the Chicago area's most respected teachers, directors and musicians.

For more information on the academy or for additional 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.

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