A Christmas Carol CHILDREN NEEDED! Chandler-Gilbert Community College Arnette Scott Ward Performing Arts Center 2626 E. Pecos Rd., Chandler, AZ 85225 AUDITIONS Tuesday, October 16, 2012 at 4:15 PM in PAC 150 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. PERFORMANCES Thurs., Nov. 29 (7:30 pm) Fri., Nov. 30 (7:30 pm) - Sat., Dec. 1 (2:00 pm & 7:30 pm) REHEARSALS Beginning Tuesday, Oct. 30, rehearsal times will be Tuesdays & Thursdays from 4:15 pm - 5:30 pm. Extended tech rehearsals: Nov. 21 12:40 pm 6:00 pm Nov. 26 6:15 pm until finished Nov. 27 12:40 pm 4:10 pm and 6:15 pm until finished Nov. 28 6:15pm until finished. PREPARE One 32 bar song. Be prepared to show stage character. Accompanist will be provided. Please bring headshot/photo and acting resume (if applicable). The college of you An EEO/AA institution CONTACTS Sally Jesse, Director 480 732 7136 Marcus Denton, Music Director 480 732 7144
ROLES AND VOICES Males: Marley Tenor/Baritone Scrooge at 18 (Ebenezer) Tenor/Baritone 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/ 2nd Tenor (or May be Female Role) Sandwich Board Man 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/ Spunky Mezzo (or May be Male Role) Sandwich Board Man Sally Anderson Mezzo/Alto Youth Roles: (ages 10 and above) Martha Cratchit Tiny Tim Bb C Scrooge at 12 Adolescent Voice Jonathon Eb Eb Scrooge at 8 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 4:15 pm to 5:30 pm Tues., Sept. 11 12:30 PM Auditions-Adult Thurs., Sept. 13 12:30 PM Callbacks-Adults Tues., Sept. 18 12:40 PM Rehearsal begins for principles Tues., Oct. 16 4:15 PM Children s auditions Tues., Oct. 30 4:15-5:30 PM Children s rehearsals begin Mon., Nov. 19 5:30-10 PM Run dance numbers Tues., Nov. 20 12:40 until Finished 5-6 pm Potluck Dinner Break First Stage Rehearsal Adults Only Wed., Nov. 21 12:40-6:00 PM Run show with children Wed., Nov. 22 thru Thanksgiving Break Sun., Nov. 25 Mon., Nov. 26 5:30 PM Until Finished Rehearsal - Adults Mon. Nov. 26 6:15 PM Until Finished Rehearsal - Children Tues., Nov. 27 12:40PM -4:10 PM Rehearsal All Tues., Nov. 27 5:30 PM Until Finished Adults Tues., Nov. 27 6:15 PM Until Finished Children Wed., Nov. 28 5:30 PM Until Finished Final Dress-Adults Wed., Nov. 28 6:15 PM Until Finished Final Dress-Children PERFORMANCES/CALL TIMES Thurs., 11/29 - Evening 5:30 PM-Adults 6:15 PM-Children Fri., 11/30 - Evening 5:30 PM-Adults 6:15 PM-Children Sat. 12/1 - Matinee 12:00 PM-Adults 12:45PM-Chlidren Sat. 12/1 - Evening 5:30 PM-Adults 6:15 PM-Children
A Christmas Carol Name Phone (hm) Age (cell) Email Address City State Zip 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. Have you had dance training? Yes No If yes, what type
Parents of minor performers in the musical are REQUIRED to complete 5 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., Nov. 29 (7:30 pm) Fri., Nov. 30 (7:30 pm) - Sat., Dec. 1 (2:00 pm & 7:30 pm) REHEARSALS Beginning Tuesday, Oct. 30, rehearsal times will be Tuesdays & Thursdays from 4:15 pm - 5:30 pm. Extended tech rehearsals: Nov. 21 from 12:40 pm 6:00 pm, Nov. 26 from 6:15 pm until finished Nov. 27 12:40 pm 4:10 pm and 6:15 pm until finished, Nov. 28 6:15pm until finished. Please note all known conflicts with rehearsal and performances here: 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 Date Parent (if minor) ********To be completed when role is accepted******** role/s Actor/Actress Date Fall 2012 CGCC