THE ITHEATRICS JUNIOR THEATER FESTIVAL IS THE WORLD S LARGEST CELEBRATION OF YOUNG PEOPLE AND MUSICAL THEATER!

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2 THE ITHEATRICS JUNIOR THEATER FESTIVAL IS THE WORLD S LARGEST CELEBRATION OF YOUNG PEOPLE AND MUSICAL THEATER! Events include adjudications, workshops for students, Broadway celebrities, a New Works Showcase, Awards Ceremonies and the largest collection of musical theater professional development under one roof. Held annually in Atlanta, GA over Martin Luther King Weekend, JTF has become a must attend musical theater event and has served as the launch for Disney s High School Musical and NBC s SMASH. The festival has welcomed guests such as Disney Theatrical Productions President, Thomas Schumacher, musical theater writers such as Alan Menken, Jeanine Tesori, Benj Pasek, Justin Paul, Lynn Ahrens, Stephen Flaherty, Thomas Meehan, Martin Charnin, Charles Strouse, actors like Skylar Astin, Briga Heelan, Christian Borle, Brian D Arcy James, Zac Efron, Megan Hilty, Corey Cott, Shoshana Bean, Darren Criss, Ryann Redmond, Arielle Jacobs, Cory Lingner, Curt Hansen and many more. You never know who will show up! Since its inception in 2003, JTF has grown from 650 people in attendance to over 6,500 attendees. It is a weekend of true musical theater madness that is not to be missed! This will be Spotlight s 9th year attending the Junior Theatre Festival! It s been 8 exciting years and we are really looking forward to the 8th. We have won many wonderful awards like All Festival Male Best Performer (Tay Peterson) Outstanding Ensemble, Outstanding Female performers (Emma Diner 2x s, Samantha Crawford, Viviann Coppa), Outstanding choreography, Outstanding Acting, Outstanding student directing and choreography and Festival Showcase Award!

3 TENTATIVE SCHEDULE It s possible we will break August 1 & 2 9:00-3:00 August 5 9 9:00-5:00 more detailed so everyone August 18th 1:00-7:00 doesn t have to be there Then Sunday s until our show December Tentative down the schedule a bit the whole day. *Full Performance of Once on this Island Junior Tentatively Schedule for December *January 2-4th Mandatory rehearsals 9-5 This is during Winter Break please be aware when booking Holiday vacations *January 12th final rehearsal... 6:00-9:00 *The Junior Theatre Festival in Atlanta, GA January **You are required to arrive in Atlanta on Fri January 17th early afternoon for rehearsal. *The festival goes late on Sunday so a Monday Departure is necessary. There is no school that day. *Families are responsible for their own transportation. Many families car pool and share hotels etc. Some families have also taken other children on the trip for those who cannot make the trip. *We stay at the Hyatt Regency Suites Atlanta Northwest 2999 Windy Hill Road Marietta, Georgia, USA, FEES-Registration $200 towards tuition is due by audition, subtracted from tuition Tuition for camp $460 (left over $200) DUE JULY 1ST (costume fee included) JTF fees- $325 per person DUE AUGUST 1st (Parents too if you plan to attend the festival) Seating is assigned by which groups get their fees in first. Many groups have already paid. Please get your fees in asap.

4 Spotlight Broadway Show Troupe Audition Form (Bring filled out to audition with a recent picture) Auditioner Name: Auditioner Cell (if over 13) Auditioner height: Age: DOB: Guardian Name: Guardian Guardian Phone number: Roles interested: Will you accept any role? Yes No Vocal training: Yes No Acting training: Yes No Dance Training: Yes No Performance experience: (attach resume if you have one) List of conflicts:(please be honest, we do our best to accommodate) I understand that the Broadway Show Troupe is a tuition-based program in addition to JTF and AB fees, and required travel costs and fees. $200 is due on or before audition date (if not cast a refund or credit toward another spotlight program will be given) If cast, the addition $260 is due July 1st, and the $325 Festival fee per person (including student, and parent) is due in full by August 1st, 2019 to secure my place in the company.

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6 Frozen Character breakdown Young Anna, Middle Anna, Anna Young Anna, Middle Anna, and Anna are all the young Princess of Arendelle at different ages. Filled with a tremendous amount of light, energy, and love, Anna is a hopelessly optimistic extrovert at all ages, but as she grows older, she longs for connection with others, especially her sister, Elsa. Each version of this warm and determined princess requires a strong singer with great comic timing. Young Elsa, Middle Elsa, Elsa Young Elsa, Middle Elsa, and Elsa are all the elder Princess of Arendelle at different ages. Next in line for the throne, Elsa has been born with magical powers that can overwhelm her when she becomes afraid and harm others if not handled with care. Fearful of hurting anyone, especially her beloved sister, Anna, Elsa becomes anxious and withdrawn as she grows older, before eventually learning to take control of, and become confident in, her powers which she masterfully uses to manipulate the Snow Chorus. King Agnarr The warm-hearted ruler of Arendelle is committed to protecting both his family and the Townspeople from his eldest daughter's powers. Queen Iduna The queen possesses a sense of rightness and kindness that guides her in her protection of her two young girls. A daughter of the Northern Nomads, this queen has the ability to communicate with the Hidden Folk of the mountains and so understands Elsa's powers deeply. Pabbie and Bulda Pabbie and Bulda are the mystical leaders of the Hidden Folk who have a soft spot for "strays." Ever-benevolent, these parental figures want what's best for Kristoff, even if they are a bit misguided in their efforts. Bishop The bishop officiates the coronation and passing of the crown to Elsa. This spiritual supervisor must communicate to the Townspeople of Arendelle in a serious and formal manner. Kristoff Kristoff is a hardworking ice harvester. Kristoff has a sarcastic veneer and a rough-around-the-edges exterior that hides a big heart. Taken in by the Hidden Folk when he was young, he loves Pabbie and Bulda dearly, but is a bit of a loner with a reindeer for a best friend- until he meets Anna. Sven Sven is a reindeer of few words, fiercely loyal pal to Kristoff, and loves giving the ice harvester a hard time. Hans The ambitious Prince of the Southern Isles and overlooked thirteenth son of a king. Hans constantly strives to find a way to make good and stand out. He boasts an exceedingly charming facade that fools everyone - including Anna and, ideally, the audience! - into believing he's Prince Charming, when really, he's just a jerk. Weselton A visiting duke who possesses a huge inferiority complex. A bombastic, overbearing sycophant, Weselton's sole purpose is to hobnob with influencers and royalty. Olaf The magical snowman created by Anna and Elsa when they were young. Olaf is endearingly delighted by everything - especially the idea of summer. Goofy and sweet, Olaf possesses a childlike innocence. Oaken An exceedingly cheerful and convivial wandering salesperson and ardent devotee to all things cozy and comfortable. Ensemble Includes the following roles: Townspeople, Snow Chorus, Hidden Folk, Castle Staff, Housekeeper, Butler, Handmaiden, Cook, Steward, Guards, Summer Chorus, Oaken's Family