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MD Productions

INTO THE WOODS

22 Aug 2005 – 10 Sept 2005

Audition Dates

22 Aug 2005 – 10 Sept 2005

August 2005

  • Mon 22 August 2005
  • Tue 23 August 2005
  • Wed 24 August 2005
  • Thu 25 August 2005
  • Fri 26 August 2005
  • Sat 27 August 2005
  • Sun 28 August 2005
  • Mon 29 August 2005
  • Tue 30 August 2005
  • Wed 31 August 2005

September 2005

  • Thu 1 September 2005
  • Fri 2 September 2005
  • Sat 3 September 2005
  • Sun 4 September 2005
  • Mon 5 September 2005
  • Tue 6 September 2005
  • Wed 7 September 2005
  • Thu 8 September 2005
  • Fri 9 September 2005
  • Sat 10 September 2005

Details

Playwright
Steven Sondheim
Director
Drew Lone
AddressACOPA
AHSHL & MD Productions
are proud to announce their production for November 2005

Celebrating the Aids Hepatitis and Sexual Health Line Inc. 20th Anniversary

INTO THE WOODS
Music & Lyrics by Steven Sondheim
Book by James Lapine

Revenue - Mechanic Institute Performing Arts Centre
November 2005

AUDITIONS ARE NOW OPEN

The Story
A bewitching crew of classic fairy tale characters including: an ambivalent Cinderella? A blood-thirsty Little Red Ridinghood? A Prince Charming with a roving eye? A Witch...who raps? They're all among the cockeyed characters in James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim's fractured fairy tale. When a Baker and his Wife learn they've been cursed with childlessness by the Witch next door, they embark on a quest for the special objects required to break the spell, swindling, lying to and stealing from Cinderella, Little Red, Rapunzel and Jack (the one who climbed the beanstalk). Everyone's wish is granted at the end of Act One, but the consequences of their actions return to haunt them later, with disastrous results. What begins a lively irreverent fantasy in the style of "The Princess Bride" becomes a moving lesson about community responsibility and the stories we tell our children.

ALL PARTS OPEN FOR AUDITIONS.

Audition Requirements
• Two Contrasting Songs of own choice – choose at least one appropriate song from the style of the show. Do not prepare songs from the show.
• Remember that as time is limited, you may not complete the song, so choose an appropriate starting point.
• Part of the audition may involve singing of scales.
• One short monologue of own choice should be arranged and prepared for extensive workshopping with the director. No longer than one (1) minute.
• Additional dialogue may be given during auditions for presentation.
• All auditionees must bring a photo of themselves (non returnable).

NOTE: Remember, you only have approximately 10 minutes with the audition panel, so make an impression.

Audition Dates
• Vocal/Dialogue Auditions will be held at the Australian Centre Of Performing Arts, (ACOPA) North Melbourne, On 10th September 2005.
• All auditions require a booking.
• If recalls are required they will be held immediately the day following your audition.
• Auditionees are asked to arrive at least 15 minutes early for their audition to fill in registration details and warm up.

Audition Venue
• All auditions will be held on the 10th September between 10am - 5pm at the Australian Centre Of Performing Arts, (ACOPA) 14 Raglan St. North Melbourne 3051. Be sure to book for and Audition time.

Show Dates
• INTO THE WOODS will be presented from 1st November 2005 at The Mechanics Institute Performing Arts Centre, Brunswick and will comprise a total of eleven shows. These include two Gala shows not open to the public. Any person auditioning should be prepared to keep the weeks of and prior to show entirely available with no exception.

Auditions
• Those having piano accompaniment must provide readable sheet music in the key you wish to perform. NO requests to transpose. Own accompanist allowed.
• Taped accompaniment music is permitted providing it contains NO vocal line.
• Unaccompanied auditions will not be allowed.
• All auditionees must wear comfortable/appropriate clothing that allows audition panel to see body shape.
• All auditionees are asked to be warmed up and ready prior to the commencement of Audition.

Rehearsals
• Rehearsals will be Monday and Wednesday evenings from 6pm – 9:30pm and Sunday afternoons from 1pm – 5pm unless notified otherwise.
• If need be, additional rehearsals will be called by mutual agreement amongst cast members.
• Attendance at rehearsals is a commitment associated with being accepted into the cast of the show.
• A Full Company Meeting will be held at 7.30pm on Monday 12th September 2005.
• Full rehearsal period commences on Wednesday 14th September 2005.

Cast Size
• Requirement of an on-stage cast of 3 Leads; approx 4 additional Principals and 14 Ensemble (includes character roles).

Show Requirements
• Each cast member will be required to execute the Rules and Conditions of the Company.

AUDITION BOOKING
(Romy) 0408 498 606

Contact

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