Sherman Playhouse Holds Casting Call for Sleeping Beauty, 9/11-13

The Sherman Playhouse is seeking a cast of 7 women - ages 10 to 70 and 3 men - ages 10 to 70 - for its family Holiday production of SLEEPING BEAUTY.

SLEEPING BEAUTY is being presented as a 'Panto' or Pantomime in the British style. To make it very clear: THERE IS ABSOLUTELY NO MIMING IN BRITISH PANTOMIMES. None whatsoever. A Panto is like an American musical comedy with vaudeville routines. There are tuneful songs, funny jokes, and lots and lots of audience participation. It's the perfect Holiday show for children and adults alike, filled with fun, laughter, and happily ever after.

All auditions will be held at The Sherman Playhouse, 5 Route 39 North (next to the fire station), in Sherman, CT.

First auditions are Sunday, September 11 from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. THESE ARE DANCING AUDITIONS ONLY. The dancing call is seeking 4 girls between 10 and 20 who are ballet dancers. Auditioners should prepare a one-minute dance of choice along with a CD of music to which they can dance.

Second auditions are Monday and Tuesday, September 12 and 13, from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. THESE ARE SINGING AND ACTING AUDITIONS ONLY. Auditioners for singing and acting should bring an up-tempo song on clearly marked sheet music (ladies should bring a belt or a soprano ballad or both). An accompanist will be provided. Also, be prepared to recite a short story, poem, or nursery rhyme, which will also be provided.

The production has been adapted and being directed by British-native Patricia Michael of Dover Plains, N.Y.

All roles are available and both professionals and amateurs are welcome. No appointments are necessary. For more details on the audition and for directions, visit: WWW.SHERMANPLAYERS.ORG. 

Rehearsals begin October 3 with performances beginning December 2 and running through January 1, 2012 on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.

The Sherman Playhouse is a non-Equity theatre company located at 5 Route 39 North (next to the fire house) in Sherman, CT.