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Created Date | April 12, 2019 | |
Expiration Date | May 12, 2019 | |
Posted by | Administrator | |
Country | United States | |
State | Illinois | |
City | Chicago | |
Location | Chicago | |
Project Type | Non-Equity Audition | |
Project Title | Seussical |
Description:
The City of Elgin is excited to announce that it will be partnering with Up and Coming Theatre Company to present the 2019 Elgin Summer Theater production of SEUSSICAL.
One of the most performed shows in America, Seussical is a fantastical, magical, musical extravaganza! Tony winners, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Lucky Stiff, My Favorite Year, Once on This Island, Ragtime), have lovingly brought to life all of our favorite Dr. Seuss characters, including Horton the Elephant, The Cat in the Hat, Gertrude McFuzz, lazy Mayzie and a little boy with a big imagination - Jojo. The colorful characters transport us from the Jungle of Nool to the Circus McGurkus to the invisible world of the Whos. Seussical is fun for the whole family!
The Elgin production of Seussical is directed by Jess Fiene. Jess graduated from Columbia College Chicago. She currently works as director with Northbrook Park District. Jess was the assistant director for Up and Coming Theatre's 2018 summer production of School of Rock and now the City is happy to have Jess on board for the 2019 Elgin Summer Theatre musical.
Auditions are open to the public and will be held from 7 - 10 pm on May 14 & 15, 2019 at The Hemmens Cultural Center, 45 Symphony Way in Elgin. Callbacks will be by invitation only from 10 am - 2 pm on May 18. Auditions are open to those ages 9 and over.
About Up and Coming Theatre Company
Through collaboration and partnerships, Up and Coming Theatre Company creates diverse, thought-provoking works that engage the community. They strive to provide professional level performances that are originally interpreted and maximize the creativity in all aspects of production. UAC is committed to offering educational and mentoring opportunities for both staff and cast members to elevate their craft and to grow as people. Past Broadway World Chicago nominated and winning shows include: School of Rock, Sweet Charity, Heathers, American Idiot, 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, and Wild Party.
About Elgin Summer Theatre
Elgin Summer Theatre is a showcase for regional talent and is funded through a grant from the Elgin Cultural Arts Commission and the City of Elgin. Past Elgin Summer Theatre performances include Hair, Grease, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Annie, Jesus Christ Superstar, Rent, BroadwayWorld Chicago Award Nominee Next to Normal, A Chorus Line, and Sister Act.
Time Commitment:
Show times are 7:30pm July 12, 13, 19 and 20 with 3:00pm matinees on July 14 and 21.
Material To Prepare:
All those auditioning should wear comfortable clothing and shoes for the dance portion and prepare to sing 16 to 32 bars of a song that best highlights their vocal ability. An accompanist will be provided, so auditionees must bring sheet music in the key they will be singing. Singing acapella is not encouraged.