Pre-audition workshops scheduled
Workshops will be held Jan. 15 at 9 and at 11 a.m. in the rehearsal hall at the South Jackson Civic Center in Tullahoma. Open auditions are slated Jan. 22 at 1 p.m. and Jan. 23 at 1 p.m.
Cost for each workshop will be $5 per person. Sessions will be geared toward adults and teens, but children ages 7 and up are welcome to attend. Each workshop will last between one and one-half to two hours depending on class size. The pre-audition workshops are designed to prepare actors for “Hello Dolly” auditions and to develop basic acting, singing, and dancing skills. They are not a prerequisite for auditions.
Both workshops, limited to 25 people, will be conducted by Suzanne M. Oliver, casting director. They will include such topics as audition tips, audition monologues, singing, dancing, and preparing for auditions.
Participants are requested to bring a recent, nonreturnable wallet size snapshot and will be able to preregister for auditions.
To register for a workshop, call 931-454-0020 and leave your name, phone number, age if under 18, and preferred workshop time. Your call will be returned to confirm your time slot. Participants are requested to arrive about 15 minutes prior to their workshop time in order to sign-in and collect audition materials.
“Hello Dolly” is a musical comedy based on the Thornton Wilder play “The Matchmaker.” The lead character, “Dolly Levi” is one of the most dynamic and energetic characters ever to grace the musical stage. Her joy for living and uplifting songs are contagious to all she encounters. She is truly an unforgettable character which offers a wonderful singing and acting opportunity for any actress over 40.
The part of “Horace Vandergelder,” the man “Dolly” intends to marry, is also a great part for the mature actor ages 45 and older.
Several principal parts are also available for men and women from ages 17 to 35 with numerous smaller roles of various ages. The “Waiters Gallop” number offers a great singing and dancing opportunity for about a dozen men of various ages. A strong men’s chorus is also needed.
Those who would like the opportunity to be part of the fun on stage as “Dolly” brings her zest for life and delightful matchmaking skills to the South Jackson stage, the pre-audition workshops and auditions are the place to start.
Actors, singers, dancers, and musicians, of all ages are encouraged to audition. A large cast and orchestra will be needed. Speaking parts will be available for adults and teens. Although there are no speaking parts for children or preteens, they will be parts available in the chorus or as dancers. A large production and technical staff will also be required so audition participants are encouraged to sign up for these positions as well.
Production dates for “Hello Dolly” are scheduled for April 22, 23, 24, 29, and May 1.