AUDITIONS FOR “GODSPELL”

SELF ESTEEM FOR LIFE FOUNDATION
ANNOUNCES AUDITIONS FOR “GODSPELL”
  
Self Esteem for Life Foundation (SELF) is non-profit organization dedicated to building self-esteem
among young people. Youth ages 8 to 20 have the opportunity to create a musical theatre production. Participants can audition for singing, acting or dancing roles. Those not interested in performing can work backstage, on sets, costumes, lighting, sound, and more.

Director: Tracy Whiteside of St. Charles
Music Director: Denise Beiermann of Elgin

Auditions, Rehearsals and
Performances take place at
The Congregational United Church of Christ
40W451 Fox Mill Boulevard
St. Charles (Campton Hills), IL 60175
Located between Route 38 and Route 64 on LaFox Road

OPEN AUDITIONS: Ages 8 to 20
Tuesday, April 3, 2012 from 5:00-8:00 pm

(Please contact Tracy at info@selfoundation.org if unable to attend this audition date)

PLEASE help us build a stage for our production at http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/97476262/build-a-stage-for-godspell

Auditions are open which means no appointments. Actors/singers are seen on a first-come, first-served basis, and may arrive at any time within the specified time block. Be prepared to wait. Please be familiar with the show prior to the audition. Casting is based on ability, experience, training and suitability for the role.

Bring an 8 x 10 headshot attached to a proper actor's resume.

Prepare and memorize a 1-minute monologue in the style of the show which portrays the character you are most interested in playing. Do not use a monologue from the show. You may be asked to read from the script.

Also prepare and memorize 16 bars of a song from a similar style show. Bring sheet music; an accompanist will be provided. Do not bring CDs or sing a song from the show. Singing a cappella is not recommended.

Actors will be taught a dance routine. Be prepared to dance with proper shoes and clothing.

REHEARSALS:
April 24-June 5, 2012
Tuesdays and
Fridays from 6-9pm
Sundays 3:30-5:30pm Music Rehearsals
(No rehearsal May 13, May 20 or June 8)

Rehearsal dates subject to change. We are willing
to work around conflicts.

TECH REHEARSALS: (no absences)
Thursday, June 7 from 5-9pm
Sunday, June 10 from 5-9pm
Monday, June 11 from 5-9pm
Wednesday, June 13 from 5-9pm

PERFORMANCES: (no absences)
Thursday, June 14 at 7pm
Friday, June 15 at 7pm
Saturday, June 16 at 7pm
Sunday, June 17 at 7pm

This is an audition-only, tuition-based educational program for the best and the brightest young talent.

Tuition is $195*. Cast will be required to provide their own costumes, props, makeup and personal items such as socks, shoes, etc. *Tuition fee is non-refundable. Payment plans available.

GODSPELL is the beloved musical from Stephen Schwartz, the Grammy® and Academy Award®-winning composer of WICKED and PIPPIN! Now you can enjoy all the good gifts of one of the most enduring shows of all time. Raise your spirit with the Tony®-nominated score filled with the popular hits Day By Day, Light of the World, and Turn Back, O Man. GODSPELL, based on the Gospel According to St. Matthew, is a groundbreaking and unique reflection on the life of Jesus, with a message of kindness, friendship, tolerance and love.
RATED "G"

Please Join Us for a Catered Dinner Followed by a FREE Performance!

DINNER TICKETS: $15
Dinner includes family style chicken, pork loin, mac and cheese, and lasagna plus salad, vegetable, dessert, coffee/tea/lemonade.  BYOB.

Purchase deadline is June 7, 2012.
Tickets will NOT be available at the door.

For more information, contact Tracy Whiteside at info@selfoundation.org or go to
http://www.selfoundation.org/godspellauditions.htm.