AUDITIONS A Christmas Carol CHILDREN NEEDED Arnette Scott Ward Performing Arts Center Chandler-Gilbert Community College 2626 E. Pecos Rd., Chandler, AZ 85225 AUDITIONS Tuesday, October 19, 2010 at 4:15 PM A Christmas Carol gets the full Broadway treatment by the Broadway team of Alan Menken ( Beauty and the Beast, Little Mermaid ), Lynn Ahrens ( Ragtime, Seussical ) and Mike Okrent ( Crazy for You, Me and My Girl ). A Christmas Carol retains its emotional power and pure joy, thanks to the marvelously-told story and score filled with beautiful melodies and emotional lyrics. In fact, the song A Place Called Home has become a holiday standard. This will be the only East Valley production of the Menken/Ahrens/Okrent version in 2010. PERFORMANCES Thurs, Dec. 2 (7:30 pm) - Fri., Dec. 3 (11:00 am & 7:30 pm) - Sat., Dec. 4 (2:00 pm & 7:30 pm) Please see next page for complete list of report/call times REHEARSALS Beginning Nov. 2, rehearsal times will be Tuesdays & Thursdays from 4:15 pm to-5:30 pm. Extended tech rehearsals on Nov. 23 from 12:40 pm to whenever, Nov. 24 from 12:40 pm to 6:00 pm, and Nov.29 thru Dec.1 from 6:15 pm to whatever time is needed as required for all performers. Please see next page for complete list of report times. PREPARE One 32 bar song.-be prepared to show stage character. Accompanist will be provided. CONTACTS Sally Jesse, Director 480 732 7136 Marcus Denton, Music Director 480 732 7144
Performers in the musical are REQUIRED to complete 10 hours of assistance in either the costume or scene shop. Please indicate your areas of interest: Costuming Set Construction Props Additional work options may be available in tech support or office assistance. Performers selected for participation must enroll in the appropriate class section before the rehearsals begin and be a student in good standing throughout the production. Performers are also responsible for providing ONE usher for one of the performances. A sign- up sheet is available in the office and should be arranged at least two weeks prior to the performance. The usher will be allowed to view the production for free. Performers are expected to be on time for all scheduled rehearsals and curtain calls. They agree to be fully prepared and ready to work cooperatively with cast and directors. PERFORMANCES Thurs, Dec. 2 (7:30 pm) - Fri., Dec. 3 (11:00 am & 7:30 pm) - Sat., Dec. 4 (2:00 pm & 7:30 pm) Please see previous page for complete list of report/call times. REHEARSALS Beginning November 2, rehearsal times will be Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:15 pm-to 5:30 pm Extended tech rehearsals on Nov. 23 from 12:40 pm to whenever, Nov. 24 from 12:40 pm to 6:00 pm and Nov. 29 thru Dec. 1 from 6:15 pm to whatever time is needed as required for all performers. Please see previous page for complete list of report times. Please note all known conflicts with rehearsal and performances here: Your attendance is required at all scheduled dates not listed as a conflict above. Statement of Acceptance: I have read the terms of participation above and I agree to fulfill my obligations in fully participating in this production. I understand that college credit will be posted to my transcript based on my participation and fulfillment of this agreement. I also understand my MCCCD Student Account will be assessed $25 for each script given me if not returned completely erased before the beginning of the show s last performance and/or for each costume, accessory or prop not turned in immediately after the last performance. I will sign a separate contract explaining the Lease Agreement. Name ******** to be completed when role is accepted: date role/s Actor/Actress Date Fall 2010 CGCC
Males: Marley Scrooge at 18 (Ebenezer) Mr. Fezziwig Tenor (Character?) Mr. Smythe Tenor Marley Tenor (good range High G) Cratchit Baritone/Tenor Fred Baritone/Tenor Scrooge Baritone Beadle Bass/Baritone Ghost of Present/Sandwich Board Man 2nd Tenor (or may be female role) Females: Ghost of Past/Lamplighter Soprano Emily Soprano Mrs. Fezziwig Character Mrs. Cratchit B b D Mrs. Scrooge Mezzo/Alto Ghost of Future/Blind Hag E b E b Ghost of Present/Sandwich Board Man Spunky Mezzo (or may be male role) Sally Anderson Youth Roles: (ages 10 and above) Martha Cratchit Tiny Tim Bb C Scrooge at 12 Adolescent Voice Jonathon Eb Eb Scrooge at 18 Grace Smythe Soprano (High D) Ensemble: Townspeople
Chandler-Gilbert Community College Performing Arts Department A Christmas Carol REHEARSALS/REPORT TIMES Note: Regular rehearsal times are Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:40 pm to 4:10 pm Tues., Sept. 14 12:45 PM Auditions-Adult Thurs., Sept. 16 12:45 PM Callbacks-Adults Tues., Sept. 21 12:40 PM Rehearsal begin for principles Tues., Oct. 5 12:40 PM Ensemble rehearsals begin Tues., Oct. 19 4:15 PM Children s auditions Tues., Nov. 2 4:15-5:30 PM Children s rehearsals begin Mon., Nov. 22 5:30-10 PM Run dance numbers 12:40 to whenever First Stage Rehearsal Tues., Nov. 23 (5-6 pm - dinner breakbring food) Wed., Nov. 24 12:40-6:00 PM Run show with children Wed., Nov. 25 thru Thanksgiving Break Mon., Nov. 28 Mon., Nov. 29 5:30 PM-whenever Rehearsal Adults Mon. Nov. 29 6:15 PM-whenever Rehearsal Children Tues., Nov. 30 12:40PM -4:10 PM Rehearsal All Tues., Nov. 30 5:30 PM-whenever Adults Tues., Nov. 30 6:15 PM-whenever Children Wed., Dec. 1 5:30 PM-whenever Final Dress-Adults Wed., Dec. 1 6:15 PM whenever Final Dress-Children PERFORMANCES/CALL TIMES Thurs., 12/2-Evening 5:30 PM-Adults 6:15 PM-Children Fri., 12/3-Matinee 9:00 AM-Adults 9:45 AM-Children Fri., 12/3-Evening 5:30 PM-Adults 6:15 PM-Children Sat. 12/4- PM Matinee 12:00 PM-Adults 12:45PM-Chlidren Sat. 12/4-Evening 5:30 PM-Adults 6:15 PM-Children
A Christmas Carol Name Phone (hm) Student ID (cell) E Mail (wk) Address City State Zip Age Voice Type: Soprano Mezzo Alto Tenor Baritone Bass Do you have any requests or restrictions concerning your participation in this semester s production? (i.e. Type of role you will accept: major, supporting, chorus, singing/dancing, etc) Please be aware that some roles may be double cast and you must be willing to be double cast. List any past productions you have performed in (Music Theater, Theater, Dance) with the Performance and mo/yr. Attach a resume if you have one.