Wednesday, February 06, 2008
Get Involved in Community Theater
Interested in getting involved with the Sigonella community production of The Music Man? Want to know more?
What is The Music Man?
This family-oriented fun-loving musical opened on Broadway in 1957 and was awarded a Tony for best musical beating West Side Story. Two movie versions of The Music Man were released – in 1962 starring Robert Preston and in 2003 starring Matthew Broderick.
"Professor" Harold Hill is a conman whose scam is to convince parents he can teach their children to play musical instruments. Taking pre-paid orders for instruments and uniforms with the promise he will form a band, he skips town and moves on to the next one before he's exposed.
The show includes a cast of 50 – 60 characters from all ages. We plan to cast approximately 20 adults, 20 teenagers (12-16) and 20 younger children (6 - 11) . Adult and teenage auditions are open to whoever shows up. The 6 - 11 year olds are being pre-auditioned in music class.
For more information about the musical, visit http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Music_Man
How can I be a part of this?
Onstage
Polish up your singing, dancing and acting talents and audition for the more than 50 roles in the show. We need all ages and abilities. See attached MUSIC MAN ROLES and AUDITION INFORMATION pages.
A little rusty? Come to the Audition Workshops and get to know the music by singing and dancing in a non-threatening atmosphere. See attached AUDITION WORKSHOP page.
Behind the Scenes
Build and create sets, scenery and props.
Design, sew and organize costumes for the cast.
Do make-up and hair for the production.
Play in the orchestra.
Be a rehearsal accompanist.
Work during the shows on the backstage crew.
Be a techie: run sound or lights.
How much time is involved? A little or a lot!
Audition Workshops: February 19/21 - Knights Hall
Auditions: February 25/26 - Knights Hall
Production Dates: May 9/10 - Knights Hall
For more info: lynn.soeby@eu.dodea.edu
