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WCP/BHCT is committed to a policy of open auditions. Our success depends on the full participation of talented and committed people, regardless of their race, creed, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Neither experience nor membership is required to audition.
Unless otherwise indicated, auditions will be held in the WCP/BHCT Walker Building at 224 Commercial Street in Waterloo. Interested individuals need only attend one audition session.
Scripts will be available for a week-long perusal with a $10 deposit. Please stop by the WCP/BHCT Walker Building during normal business hours (Tuesday-Friday, 11am-5pm) to pick up a script.
Black Hawk Children’s Theatre
announces auditions for its production of
The Wizard of Oz, Youth Edition
Produced by Arrangement with Concord Theatricals
Director: Anita Ross
Musical Director: Casey Tecklenburg
Choreographer: Rachel Kuehner
AUDITION DATES
Monday, June 30 at 6:00
<OR> Wednesday, July 2 at 6:00
PRODUCTION DATES
Friday, Sept12-Sunday, Sept. 21
AUDITION LOCATION
WCP/BHCT Walker Building
224 Commercial St.
Waterloo, Iowa 50701
AUDITION DETAILS - IMPORTANT THINGS TO NOTE ABOUT AUDITIONS AND CASTING
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Initial auditions will consist of three parts: a vocal (musical) audition, a dance/movement audition, and acting audition with selections chosen from the script.
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For the vocal/music auditions: Please prepare to perform 16-32 bars of any song - preferably a musical theatre selection. You may use backing tracks or sheet music for your accompaniment. Please have tracks ready to play easily; music should be well-marked with starting and ending point
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For the dance/movement audition: Please be prepared to learn a dance section to music.
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For the acting audition: You will perform cold readings of selections from the musical.
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This is a “Youth Edition.” production, which is designed for younger actors and has been altered to be shorter than a full-length production.
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We’re excited to fill the stage with a bunch of people from all different walks of life! Whether you’ve been in 100 plays or this would be your first one, come on down and audition!
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Please bring all conflicts to auditions in order to fill out your personal conflict schedule.
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Getting involved in a production is no small commitment and while we encourage and welcome one and all, it’s best to fully understand the time commitment and the challenges you may meet if you or a family member gets involved.
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We will begin having rehearsals around July 7 When we begin rehearsing, we will meet roughly 3-5 times per week; we will meet more often the closer we get to production. Each rehearsal is about 2-3 hours. Occasionally we meet for a longer time but we always strive to use the time wisely and efficiently.
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The final technical and dress rehearsals are considered mandatory since we need to make sure one and all are fully prepared for our audiences. In order to meet that need, everyone involved needs to be present and doing their job/role.
SYNOPSIS
Dorothy and her loyal companion Toto “Follow the Yellow Brick Road” through the Land of Oz, determined to reach the Emerald City, where the great and powerful Wizard of Oz will help them get home. Of course, along the way, Dorothy encounters witches (both good and bad), Munchkins, talking trees and winged monkeys. But most importantly, she befriends three unique characters: a Scarecrow with no brain, a Tin Man with no heart, and a Lion with no “nerve.” Their journey is a glowing testament to friendship, understanding and hope.
ROLES
Dorothy Gale (Female, age 13-18): A sweet, innocent young lady with a streak of boldness, outspoken and headstrong, who dearly loves her family, friends, and dog, Toto.
Aunt Em (Female, age 18+): A typical, hard-working farmer’s wife who is firm & no-nonsense but also warm and caring.
Uncle Henry (Male, age 18+): Farmer whose wife, Em, runs things; Adoring uncle to Dorothy.
Hunk (Scarecrow) (Male or Female, age 15+): Clumsy farmhand on the family’s Kansas farm. Both characters talk about being smart and having a brain.
Hickory (Tin Man) (Male or Female, age 15+): Kind, sweet, and nurturing farmhand; Tin Man has no heart but is very caring.
Zeke (Lion) (Male or Female, age 15+): Farmhand who lacks courage; Acts tough, but fearful self comes out in any scary situation.
Miss Gulch (Wicked Witch of the West) (Female, age 18+): Well-off, cold-hearted Gale neighbor who hates Toto.
Professor Marvel (Wizard of Oz, Oz’s Voice) (Male, age 15+): Traveling salesman who lives by telling fortunes; A bit of a con man but with a good heart needs to sound strong and commanding (speaking only role.)
Glinda: Good Witch of the North (Female, age 18+)The mother figure for Munchkins and Dorothy whom she guides through Oz; Delicate and Graceful.
Toto (Male or Female, age 10+): Dorothy’s beloved dog. When in Kansa, Toto is played by a puppet manipulated by an actor; when in Oz, Toto transforms into an actor in a dog costume.
Doorman (Male or female, age 12+): A comical character who tries to be tough but is really soft-hearted.
Munchkins (Males and Females, age 10+): The people who live in Munchkinland. They are full of joy and optimism. There are several featured roles in this ensemble group.*
Jitterbugs (Males and Females, age 10+): A group of dancers sent by the Wicked Witch to out-dance Dorothy.
Nikko, Leader of the Winged Monkeys (Male or Female, age 12+): A natural leader in charge of the winged monkeys.
Winged Monkeys (Males and Females, age 10+): These are the Wicked Witch’s animal army.
Winkie Guards (Males and Females, age 12+): The guards for the Wicked Witch.
Leader of the Winkies(Male or Female, age 12+): Leader of the Winkies, must be commanding and stern.
Ozians (Males and Females, ages 10+): People who live in the Emerald City
Featured Roles throughout the script:
-In Munchinkinland: Three Tots, Three Tough Kids, Mayor of Munchkin City, Barrister, Coroner
-On Journey through Oz: Crows Apple Tree #1, Apple Tree #2, Apple Tree #3
-In Oz: Optimistic Voices, Cat
NOTE: Actors may play more than one role.
GENERAL FAQS
WCP/BHCT is committed to a policy of open auditions. Our success depends on the full participation of talented and committed people, regardless of their race, creed, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Scripts will be available for a week-long perusal with a $10 deposit. Please stop by the WCP/BHCT Walker Building during normal business hours (Tuesday-Friday, 11am-5pm) to pick up a script.
Please contact Anita at anita.ross@wcpbhct.org if you have questions or concerns.