Location
Vero Voce School of Performing Arts
951 State Ave., Ste F
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Audition Dates & Times
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By Appointment Only
Friday, July 27, 2012
3:00-6:00 PM &
Sunday, July 29, 2012
1:00-3:00 PM
Appointments
Call Vero Voce School of Performing Arts
(630) 965-0825
Personnel
Director: Dawn Harkins
Music Director: Dawn Harkins
Producer: Dennis Brown
Other Dates
Rehearsals
Saturday & Thursday 5:00-6:30 PM
August 4-September 27, 2012
Performances
Saturday September 29, 2012 at 7:30 pm at Vero Voce Black Box Theatre &
Sunday, September 30, 2012 at 3:00 pm
Charlestowne Mall Storefront Theatre for
St. Charles Arts Festival
Description
Inspired by the international bestseller of the same name, Children's Letters To God is a musical that follows the lives of five young friends as they voice beliefs, desires, questions and doubts common to all people but most disarmingly expressed by children. Sixteen tuneful songs and assorted scenes (some based on actual letters) explore timeless issues such as sibling rivalry, divorce, holidays, loss of a beloved pet, the trials of being unathletic and first love. This entertaining show carries a universal message which crosses the boundaries of age, geography, and religion.
As in the best-selling book, the musical is not specifically religious in nature. It's about kids and various events in their lives that lead them to ask a lot of questions -- some funny, some serious, some surprising.
"Whimsical and charming family-oriented production about the innocent joys and sometimes simple sorrows of growing up." - New York Daily News
"Looking for a show for kids AND adults? This one might be the answer to your prayers!" - WCBS TV
Seeking
5 Young actors between the ages of 7-15 yrs.
Male & Female (Can be performed by age appropriate children or young adults. Gender substitutions possible and cast can also be expanded.)
Breakdown
JOANNA, 13 – Bright, responsible, and romantic, she is often forced to take care of her intrusive little brother, Kicker, who at times drives everyone crazy. She’s in the same class as Brett, on whom she has her heart set.
KICKER, 9 – Joanna’s brother, imaginative; questions everything, often feels powerless because he’s the youngest and smallest in the group.
BRETT, 13 – A doubter, sometimes a tad cocky to cover his insecurity, parents divorced. His prized possession is a baseball cap covered with a variety of pins from special places which he wears at all times.
IRIS, 11 – Passionately in love with her pet turtle, Arnold. Tends to over dramatize herself and has a secret crush on Brett.
THEO 11 – About to celebrate his 12th birthday. Totally inept physically but is happy that he is not as physically inept as Kicker. Would fervently like to be an athlete/hero. Wears glasses.
Preparation
16 Bars of a Broadway Song
1 Minute Monologue
Other
Tuition $195 for the 8 week rehearsal period and performances.
