CTH - Grease Audition info!

CTH is pleased to announce the auditions for the spring musical, Grease! Danny, leader of the greaser gang, the “Burger Palace Boys”, falls in love with goody two-shoes, Sandy,over summer vacation. Thinking he’d never see her again, she ends up attending the same high school where their differences pose problems for the couple. Sandy tries to fit in with the greaser gang, the “Pink Ladies”, but doesn’t quite cut it until the females help her with the change in character that will win Danny’s heart. Taking place in 1959, this musical is filled with rock and roll songs and dances performed by students of fictional Rydell High School. To audition for the roles of the teens, you must be in 9th grade or older and look like a teenager. Monday, January 5, 6:30 - Optional dance workshop. You are encouraged to attend; held at the BARNARD COMMUNITY CENTER , 415 Barnard Street in Howell. Doors open at 6:00. Dance will begin promptly at 6:30. AUDITIONS TAKE PLACE AT THE HOWELL HIGH SCHOOL FRESHMAN CAMPUS-1400 West Grand River Avenue, Howell. Please use theatre entrance. Wednesday, January 7, 6:30- Dance: Audition dance taught on January 5, will be reviewed.Please wear loose clothing and appropriate footwear.Vocals: Be prepared to sing a song from the stage show (not the movie), for each character for whom you will audition (no more than 2). A pianist will be provided. Thursday, January 8, 6:30- Readings: Materials available at auditions. Friday, January 9, 6:30- Callbacks if necessary. LEAVE THIS DATE OPEN. Doors will open at 6:00 p.m. on audition dates, please arrive by 6:30. Bring a photo, resume (if you have one) and all conflicts for time period throughout the show. Audition form can be downloaded from our website if you wish to complete it prior to arrival. Script, vocal & reading selections are available after Dec. 8, 2008, to check out for 1 week ($20 deposit required) by calling producers. Artistic questions may be addressed to the director. Saturday, January 10– Cast list posted by 2:00 pm on back door of theatre and on our website atwww.cththeatre.org.Monday, January 12– Rehearsals begin and usually run 6:30-9:30 with some Saturdays. Performances: April 17, 18, 19, 24, 25, 26 (8 shows total with two on each Saturday). Actors must be available for rehearsals the week of April 6th-9th. Spring break week.

HOLIDAY IMPROV PARTY!!!

Come celebrate the holidays with us - ITS style. Yes, that means with pizza and improv! Our annual holiday party is Tuesday, 12/16, in K-5 from 2:30-4:00. There will be fun & games and most importantly, Charlotte Malo will be there. She won't get to improv though because she is never school appropriate!

A CHRISTMAS CAROL

The HHS Drama Department is proud to present, Charles Dickens 'A Christmas Carol'.
12/12 & 12/13 @ 7 and 12/14 @ 2.
Pre-sale tickets are $6 for students/ seniors and $8 for adults. Tickets are available at Eclectic Twyst or the HHS main office.
Cleary's on Grand River is having a SPECIAL! Dinner & a ticket to the show - $15 for adults, $14 for children.
COME JOIN US!!!

IN CASE OF SNOW DAY

'A Christmas Carol' cast & crew - if there is a snow day the week of 12/1-12-4 and school is canceled, there is NO rehearsal.

This is NOT the same for hell week! 12/5, 12/8-12/12

ITS MEETING!!!!

The next ITS meeting will be Wednesday, 12/3, afterschool in K-5. We will be discussing:
- Candy Sales
- One Act Plays
- A Christmas Carol
and our

CHRISTMAS PARTY!!!!!!!!!!!!

Want to be an extra in a movie??

All you have to do is show up to an open call for a few minutes. Provide us with a valid I.D., fill out some contact information & we will take 2 photos of you. That’s it!Looking for people during the week & on the weekends, Nov. 10 –Dec. 20 (please know what days you will be available). Must be on time and willing to work long hours.Filming will take place in Howell.OPEN CALLS:Nov. 1, 10am-6pm –Community Theatre of Howell –1400 W. Grand Blvd.Nov. 3, 12pm-7pm –Howell High Parker Campus –400 Wright Rd.For more information, join the “High School Extras” group on

ITS Meeting

Our next ITS meeting will be Tuesday, 11/4/08, afterschool in the drama room. If you are planning on joining ITS at this time, please bring your points & $22. All checks made out to HHS.

Discussion Topics:
-ITS Student Directed play
- ITS Christmas party
- Workshops

ITS MEETING

Please join us for our next ITS meeting, Thursday, 10/16 after school in the drama room. We will be focusing on improv and playing a bunch of fun games.

Next Meeting - 11/4

Cast List

‘A Christmas Carol’ Cast List
Thank you to everyone who tried out. This was a very hard decision and we appreciate everyone’s hard work and effort.
Please initial next to your name if you accept your role.
IF YOU DO NOT, PLEASE LET MALO KNOW ASAP. You can get your script from Malo at the first rehearsal on Monday, 9/29. Rehearsal will go from 2:30-4:30.
THERE IS ONLY REHEARSAL MONDAY & WEDNESDAY OF NEXT WEEK

*Scrooge Matt Radick
Marley Justin Schnute
Christmas Past Stephanie Onderchanin
Christmas Present Caleb Winbrow
Christmas Future Jesse Luttermoser
Fred Derek Ridge
Julia Cora Wellman
Lucy Anna Wyatt
Mr. Topper Thomas Peloquin
*Bob Cratchit Hayden Jackson
*Mrs. Cratchit Laura Fleming
*Belinda Cratchit Caitlyn Eldred
*Martha Cratchit Lauren Sommers
*Miranda Cratchit Brooke Southfield
* Peter Cratchit- Henry Tesmer
Gentlewoman Mara Berton
Gentlewoman Erin Volz
*Caroline Andrea Conroy
*Caroline’s Husband Will Berman
*Fan Jessica McIntyre
Young Scrooge Jeremy Grunn
Belle Mary Dilworth
Fezziwig Tyler Chinn
Mrs. Fezziwig- Kim Chappel
Fezziwig Daughters Jackie Albert, Dawn Cantwell, Danielle Cantwell
Fezziwig Guests Bob Barker, Kyle Radabaugh, Tyler Smart, Bryan Garra,
Abby Deierlein, Abbey Good, Rebecca Tracy
Violinist Anna Dorsey
Business Women Kaylen Aldridge, Rebecca Moore, Liana Grimes

Old Joe Mr. Schrock
Old Joe’s wife Mrs. Shantry
Laundress Mrs. Langer
Undertaker Mrs. Starkey
Charwoman Mr. Webster

Christmas Carol Ensemble
Veronica Van Loon
Valerie Sartor
Jacob Fisher
Megan Cook
Samantha Stachurski
Sammy Metzler
Erin Radick
Demi Hunter
Nicole Onderchanin
Brianna Palmer

Please plan on staying at rehearsal on 10/08 until 5:30-6:00. We are auditioning the roles for children and I need you there.

PIZZA NIGHT IS 10/15 - MARK YOUR CALENDARS NOW!!!

Callbacks

Thank you to everyone who auditioned. We had a terrific turnout. If you were not called back, it does not mean that you are NOT cast. Please check the final cast list that will be posted on Friday, September 26th.



If you are called back, please come to a BRIEF meeting afterschool in K-5. At that point you will receive your sides and find out what role you will be reading.



FEMALE

Mara Berton

Brianne Brincat

Mary Dilworth

Andrea Conroy

Caitlin Eldred

Laura Fleming

Brittany Liebert

Becca Moore

Stephanie Onderchanin

Valerie Sartor

Veronica Van Loon

Erin Volz

Cora Wellman

Anna Wyatt





MALE

Bob Barker

Will Berman

Tyler Chinn

Jacob Fisher

Jeremy Grunn

Hayden Jackson

Jesse Luttermoser

Thomas Peloquin

Kyle Radabaugh

Matt Radick

Derek Ridge

Caleb Winbrow

Extras Needed

EXTRAS NEEDED FOR THE WEEK OF SEPT. 22-27 PLEASE PUT THE MOVIE AND
DATE YOU WOULD LIKE TO WORK IN THE SUBJECT LINE. We will then contact
you for the booking if needed. You must be available the entire day.
We are missing many photos from the data base and this makes it very
difficult to book you. Please send a photo with your name in the email
so that it can be added to your information. THANK YOU Gifted Hands:
Mon. 9/22 -German Nurses, Doctors, receptionists & visitors. Tues.
9/23-Misc. professors Wed. 9/24-I need approx. 100 people this day-age
range 27-60 Thurs.9/25-Misc. extras age range 26-60 Fri. 9/26- BABIES-
3 BABIES 6 months to 9 months ONLY-we need a photo and weight of the
baby to be considered. we must know this right away- we will have to
get State authorization forms Misc. extras age range 26-60 MISS
JANUARY: Thurs. 9/25- 2 schoolchildren age 9- 1 boy- 1 girl- we must
know this right away- we will have to get State authorization forms 4
adults- 2 parents- 2 teachers Fri. 9/26- misc. background age range
20-65 Thank You, REAL STYLE

A Christmas Carol!

Welcome to ‘A Christmas Carol’! We are so glad you are interested in being a part of this production. We are going to work together as a group to produce one of the best shows that the community of Howell has ever seen! There are a couple things I would like to make known from the start.

Auditions are Tuesday, 9/23, afterschool in the auditorium. Callbacks will be posted outside K-5 and listed on this website that evening.

AUDITIONS FOR THE CHILDREN'S ROLES - 10/08

· Performance Dates. The play will be performed 12/12 & 12/13 @ 7:00 and 12/14 @ 2:00. If you can’t make these dates, you CANNOT be in the show. You also need to be completely available the week before.
Rehearsals. Rehearsals will be Monday – Thursday from 2:40-4:30. For the first couple of weeks, you will not be called every day BUT you have to be there when you are scheduled to rehearse. When we get closer to the production we will start having rehearsals on Fridays. You will be given plenty of warning.
Theater Fee. Like most other extra-curricular activities, there is a fee to be involved in the play. It is $35. If you are concerned about financial matters, please see me individually. This fee is non-refundable.
Appearance. Once you are cast in the show, you will need to speak to the costume designer about any changes you would like to make to your appearance. Haircuts, piercings, etc. You will need to look time appropriate.
School Rules. School rules will be followed at all times.
GPA. Howell High School policy is that you have to have at least a 2.0 GPA to participate in any after school activity. The grades are from the last quarter.
All information can be found on our blog – http://www.howelldrama.blogspot.com/
If you have any questions, please email me at maloa@howellschools.com
Set in London during the late 1800's, A Christmas Carol is the story of Ebenezer Scrooge. Scrooge is avaricious, misanthropic and heartless, showing no feeling for the Christmas spirit. After he is visited by the ghost of his former business partner, Marley, he sees visions of his past, present and future that inspire him to become a zealously kind and amiable individual. The play is a celebration of Christmas, but it is also a story of redemption.
THE CHARACTERS :
Scrooge- Starts the play crabby & ill-tempered. As the play progresses, he goes through a change.
Belle- Scrooge’s love interest. Kind and loving, she breaks up with Scrooge even though she loves him.
Marley- Scrooge’s dead business partner. He comes to warn Scrooge about the ghosts.
Christmas Past- She shows Scrooge the past. Compassionate. She guides Scrooge on the beginning of his journey and is very gentle towards him.
Christmas Present- He/ She show Scrooge the present. Strong and bold, the ghost turns on Scrooge using Scrooge’s own words.
Christmas Future- Shows Scrooge what will happen once he dies. Menacing figure who doesn’t have any lines.
Fred- Scrooge’s nephew. Cheerful and optimistic. Refuses to give up on his uncle.
Bob Cratchit- Scrooge’s employee. Very patient and kind. Loves his family.
Gentleman- Comes to Scrooge for money for charity
Gentlewoman- Comes to Scrooge for money for charity
Caroline- Rents from Scrooge and asks for extension on rent due-date
Caroline’s Husband- Rents from Scrooge and asks for extension on rent due-date
Christmas Carol Ensemble (6 or so…)*- sings and gets terrorized by Scrooge

PAST:
Fan- Scrooge’s dead older sister. Loves her brother and comes to rescue him from school.
Young Scrooge- Scrooge as a teenager/ young man
Fezziwig- Scrooge’s old boss. Strong character, very over the top.
Mrs. Fezziwig- Scrooge’s old boss’ wife. Matches her husband.
Fezziwig Daughters (3) - The daughters of Scrooge’s old boss – very giggly girls.
Male Fezziwig Guest (3) - Is at a party at the Fezziwigs’ home

PRESENT:
Julia- Fred’s wife.
Lucy- Fred’s wife’s sister
Mr. Topper- Flirts with Lucy
Mrs. Cratchit- Scrooge’s employee’s wife. Motherly type. Very protective of her family.
Belinda Cratchit- 13
Martha Cratchit- 17
Miranda Cratchit- younger
Peter Cratchit- 12

FUTURE:
Business Men/Woman (3) - Is happy Scrooge is dead. Snobby and uncaring.


CHILDREN’S ROLES:
* Ragamuffin Boy
* Boy Scrooge- Scrooge as a child
Orson- Friends with Scrooge as a boy
Valentine- Friends with Scrooge as a boy
Tiny Tim
Ignorance –young boy

Want –young girl
Gillian Cratchit

* Has to sing

Seeking Volunteers to Portray Historical Figures

The Howell Area Parks & Recreation Authority
Seeking 15 Volunteers to Portray Historical Figures
at the Inaugural Historic Cemetery Twilight Tour of Lakeview Cemetery in Howell
The area's founding citizens will rise to recall their glorious lives on guided twilight walks through Lakeview Cemetery in Howell conducted by costumed volunteers on Friday, October 10 and Friday, October 24 from 4:30 - 7 p.m.
The Howell Area Parks & Recreation Authority is seeking 15 volunteer community members to portray historical figures. The only requirements that are needed for cast members include availability, getting dressed up in historical costume, and being an articulate and engaging speaker over the age of 16 (NOTE: all gravesites that will be showcased are adult figures and we are looking for individuals who can portray adults.) All volunteers must be available both Friday evenings in October from 4-7 p.m. and for a rehearsal on Tuesday, October 7 at 6 p.m. First person scripts are being written by the Howell Area Historical Society that will recount the stories from the founding families of Howell including the McPhersons and the Thompsons, to the first woman doctor who practiced in Howell, to revolutionary war and civil war soldiers, to Frank Bush who is renowned as the person who named Peanut Alley in downtown Howell.
If you are interested in portraying one of our historical characters, please call Debbie Mikula, at 517/546-0693 ext. 7702.

DRAMA MEETING!!!

Come join us Wednesday, 09/17, after-school in K-5 for our first drama meeting. First, we will be discussing our fall production, 'A Christmas Carol'. We are looking for actors, techies, etc.
NEXT, we will be discussing ITS (International Thespian Society) - our FABULOUS drama club. We will be electing officers, discussing our upcoming year and preparing for the HOMECOMING PARADE!!!
Any questions, please contact Mrs. Malo @ maloa@howellschools.com

Miss January

From: Real Style <info@realstyleonline.com
Real Style - HS School SCeneTo: info@realstyleonline.com
We are looking for 18, 19 and 20 year olds for Miss January. WE areshooting scenes in a High School on Friday, Sept. 12 and Monday, Sept.15. We use 18, 19, and 20 year old since they do not need a workpermit and they can still look youthful. If you are interested, andavailable....no doubts, please reply back to this e-mail with "HS,MIss january" in the subject line. PLease include your name, cellphone, and date of birth. If you would like to pass this along tofriends, the instructions are the same, except they need to include aphoto to be considered.

Mark your calendars!

Welcome to the 2008-2009 school year. We already have a couple theatre dates for you to mark on your calendars!
Swamp Opera @ CTH - September 12, 13, 19, 20, 2008 at 8:00 p.m.
September 14, 21, 2008 at 2:00 p.m.
09/17 - Info Meeting for 'A Christmas Carol' and first ITS (International Thespian Society) meeting. Come learn about our fall show and our drama club.
09/23 - Auditions for 'A Christmas Carol'
09/25 - Callbacks for 'A Christmas Carol'
09/29 - First Meeting for 'A Christmas Carol'
10/18 - Drama Day at Eastern Michigan University.
Hope to see you soon!

2007-2008 Drama Awards

Here they are! The 2008 Drama awards. We apologize that this took so long but SOMEONE had a baby. ; )
Congrats 2008 - we will miss you.

Mike Arthur - Meow Meow Meeeeow Mew (He understands what that means)
Chaz Chappel – Most Likely to Have a Seizure and No One Thinks It’s Real
Myranda Davis – Hardest Worker
Ben Dennis – Most Likely to do Medicare Voiceovers
Ann Dilworth – Best Laugh and Best Cry
Kaitlyn Estes – Most Likely to Rule the World
Heather Ferguson – Mellowest
Kelsey Fitzgibbon - Most Likely to Make Jurassic Park a Reality (except PINK!)
Emily Fleming - Most Likely to Commandeer the Death Star
Brittany Green - Most Likely to Have a Disease No One Knows About But Everyone Picks on the Other Kid Who Has It
Stacy Brewer - Most Likely to Age Backwards
Brandon Kling - Most Likely to Enslave Human Race via a Zombie Virus
Robert Kraft – Most Advanced
Robert Lane – Most Mosts
Ellen Lukasiewicz - Most Likely to Have been Part of the Witness Protection Program
Chelsea Miller – Fastest Drama Kid
Sarah Miller – Most Average
Aaron Reed - Most Likely to be More Man than D Ridge
Jacob Ringler - Most Likely to Have Groupies
Nikki Ronald - Most Likely to Stalk Rupert Grint
Brienna Schroeder - Most Likely to Date a Vampire
Krystin Searle – Most Nonstereotypical
Alex Sekan - Most Likely to Catch ‘em All
Julie Skrobot – The One Woman Show
Hunter Thomison – Biggest, Loudest Motions
Chris Vaught – Most … Interesting
Nicole Zweirlein – Most Expressive

News Updates!

Looks like we are still on for 8/22! Keep checking though.

Does anyone have a couch they are looking to get rid of? Trying to get the lounge back!

TENTATIVE DATE FOR K-5

Ah..... do you hear those school bells ringing? It's getting close! So, it's time for us to reclaim the mother of all drama rooms - K-5. Right now, I am TENTATIVELY scheduling the date for getting the room set-up as Friday, 8/22. That is Senior Orientation so most of you will be around anyway. I can not confirm it yet, because we have not been given the all clear to get into the building. BUT that date looks good. We will meet 10-3 and you MUST let me know if you are going to be there for lunch. It should be a rocking good time. Email me @ maloa@howellschools.com and get ready for next year!

Few Spaces Left

There are only 2 spaces left for our field trip to Jackson to the Michigan Shakespeare Festival! Email me if you want one of them - maloa@howellschools.com

Casting for Deadheads

Mr. Brett Peirce is casting a film to be shot in Michigan and and is still casting for several roles (see below)

Character Descriptions:
Charles (MALE/CAUCASIAN/45 ? 60) ? Distinguished, confident and impatienthead of a government project to create undead soldiers.
Gillman (MALE/CAUCASIAN/25-40) ? The friendly positive coworker of anabrasive bully who always makes fun of him. Overly friendly like a goodpublic relations employee. Short and ideally a little overweight.
Cary (FEMALE/ALL ETHNICITIES/24-32) Good looking and slender. A bubbly oldfriend of the lead character.
Rob (MALE/ALL ETHNICITIES/24-32) Hopeful has-been musician who still clingsto the dream that his band could go big time.
Eric (MALE/CAUCASIAN/21-30) Survivor of the zombie outbreak. Good lookingpretty boy type. A know it all.
Mandy (FEMALE/CAUCASIAN/20-30) ? Survivor of a zombie outbreak. Cliché goodlooking bombshell, a little trailer park.
Redneck (MALE/CAUCASIAN/35-55) Grizzled man who has never set foot in thecity. Heavy set or stocky.
Cliff (MALE/CAUCASIAN OR AFRICAN AMERICAN/60-75) Friendly but blunt Vietnamvet. A little rough around the edges but deep down is a hopeless romantic.
Ellie's Mother (FEMALE/CAUCASIAN/40-55) Blunt and peppy mother who iscritical of her daughter.

Synopsis: DEADHEADS is a horror/comedy film in the tradition of the Evil Dead trilogy and the Harold and Kumar films. The story follows two zombies, Mike and Brent, who find themselves suprisingly reborn from the dead. This is especially unnerving to Mike, who can't even remember the events that led to his apparent murder. When Mike discovers an engagement ring in his coat pocket, his direction becomes clear. Mike's untimely death prevented him from proposing to his long time girlfriend and love of his life, Ellie. Mike enlists his new found zombie friend, Brent, on a quest for his lost love and to unravel the mystery of his untimely death. What ensues is a hilarious road trip across country as the two zombie friends are pursued by a team of bounty hunters employed by the sinister corporation responsible for their zombification. Website:www.deadheadsthemovie.com
Anybody wanting to audition can just e-mail a headshot and resume to:www.deadheadsrule@gmail.com

SUMMER FIELD TRIP -Who wants to go see Shakespeare??????????

On July 25th, I am organizing a trip to Jackson, MI to the Michigan Shakespeare festival to see 'All's Well That Ends Well'. We will meet at the Dairy Queen in Howell at 5:30 and leave around 5:45. The plays starts at 7:30 and there is a talk back with the actors afterwards. The tickets are $27 for adults - $15 for students. PLUS you will need to chip in for gas. There are limited spaces in the car and this is a first come, first served basis. If you are interested in going, please email me at maloa@howellschools.com to reserve your spot.

Never heard of it? Only used the title as a cliched saying? What's it about? According to their website.....

"Who cannot be crushed with a plot?" Act IV Scene III
Is Helena devious and obsessive in her love for Bertram, or honest and righteous? Is Bertram an irredeemable and disdainful rogue, or a young man in need of life experience before wedlock? This romance comedy, with its captivating themes of male versus female, society's view of merit and rank, and the value of honor and integrity, keenly exposes each audacious plot after plot, until all ends well -- or does it?

If you want more info, check out their website - http://www.michshakefest.org/index.php

** This is NOT a school sponsored event! Don't even think about suing me!

Musical Resignation

I just want to let everyone know that I recently resigned my position as director of musicals at Howell High School because of family obligations. I will still be directing the plays and leading the drama club. I will miss working with the drama community on the musicals, but look forward to being an audience member in the future.

Mulan Jr!

Travel back to the legendary, story-telling days of ancient China with this action-packed stage adaptation of Disney’s Mulan. The Huns have invaded, and it is up to the misfit Mulan and her mischievous sidekick Mushu to save the Emperor! Mulan JR. is a heartwarming celebration of culture, honor and a fighting spirit. The score includes favorites like “Reflection,” “Honor to Us All” and “I’ll Make a Man Out of You” as well as new songs that will get the audience up on its feet!

Show Dates - June 13, 14, 2008 at 7:00 p.m.June 14, 15, 2008 at 2:00 p.m.

CLASS OF 2008!

Congratulations to the class of 2008! Please let us know what your plans are for next year. We are going to miss you.

The Newest Addition to the Howell Drama Family

Charlotte Mary Malo
Born April 14, 2008
7 lbs. 3 oz.
Born at 1:55 PM

CTH -AUDITIONS- for a world premiere of a new work

Book and Lyrics by: SHIRLEY MITCHELL Music by: STUART MITCHELL aka Heywood Banks

Welcome to the swamp! This is a story of love, treachery, and redemption. It is loosely based on a 17th century folk song. A FROGGY WENT A-COURTING. The timeframe is as old as enchantment, the story as new as spring love. It opens as our self- indulgent Grey Cat orphans a baby mouse when he makes lunch of her mother. Grey Cat, realizing the consequences of his actions, engages Uncle Rat, the most prominent creature at the pond, to care for her. She grows into a lovely, sheltered mouse, having been educated by Uncle in every subject except real life experience. As Uncle grows old he fears leaving her alone with no one to care for her so in secret, he solicits the help of his friend, Grey Cat, to find her a beau. Uncle’s long lost nephew arrives, along with problems and growing turmoil as Miss Mousey has recently fallen in love with the pond’s hero and swamp musician, the very charming, Froggy. The story becomes entangled with spurned lovers, unrequited hearts, and a growing suspicion in Uncle’s heart that meddling in love could prove disastrous. The colorful, supporting creatures bring humor, fun and gossip to the mix. The eighteen new songs that run from jazz to rockabilly to folk to torch will linger in the minds of the audience long after the lights go out. Bring the family and sit back, as a new folk tale unfolds, enchanting and capturing the attention of new audiences.ROMANCE! MURDER! SINGING FROGS! What more could one ask? This musical offers 35 roles for all ages!

Auditions will be held onMay 12th & 13th 2008 at the Howell High School Freshman Campus in Howell, Michigan.

The Audition schedule is as follows:

Monday, May 12th-
TEENS (14 yrs & up)- 4:30-6:30pm- (Must be checked in by 5:30 to audition)
ADULTS- 7:00- 9:30pm-(Must be checked in by 8:00 to audition)
Tuesday, May 13th-
CALLBACKS FOR TEEN & ADULTS (4:30-6:30)
CHILDREN (6-13 yrs.)- 7:00-9:30pm – (Must be checked in by 8:00 to audition)

Saturday, May 17th - Cast list posted by 12:00 noon on back door of theatre and on our website at (www.cththeatre.org)*

A parent or guardian must be present at all times during auditions and required to attend parent meeting** Please come prepared to sing a music selection of your choice *Scripts ($10.00 deposit) and CD ($5.00 deposit) will be available after April 21st by contacting Karen Somers- Producer at 517-552-8030.

Rehearsals will begin on Monday, May 19th at 6:30 pm at the BARNARD CENTER in Howell. Rehearsals are scheduled Monday – Thursday from 6:30-9:30 and adding Fridays and some Saturdays in August. Performances: September 12, 13, 14 & 19, 20, 21 (6 shows in all)* Director reserves the right to cast outside of the posted guidelines*

AUDITIONLOCATION: Howell High School Freshman Campus
Director: Becky Dilworth
email r.dilworth@comcast.net phone: 517-552-0955

Producer: Karen Somers
email faskes@sbcglobal.net phone: 517-552-8030

SWAMP OPERA CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS
Miss Mousey: (F)(minimum age 14 must appear 16 or older) an orphan who is pampered and protected. She is a poet and a dreamer and happy to live in her safe world with Uncle Rat until she meets Froggy and discovers the strange wine called love. She must learn about life and finding her way and must overcome fear, self doubt and loss to finally join her man. Sings duets with Froggy and Miss Toad, as well as a solo song.
Froggy:(M)(minimum age 14 must appear 16 or older) The Archetypical Hero, he is brave, eager, romantic, idealistic and “a pretty good musician.” He gets all the girls and is pretty nonchalant until he meets Mousey. He sings with other Frogs, and Miss Mousey so must be able to carry solo singing.
Gray Cat:(M)(30 and older will have a mature look) begins the show as a self indulgent feline but changes to a more enlightened and responsible creature as a result of his dietary choices…and then discovers.. more change is required of him. He has humorous wisdom in his earnestness. This is a comedic role and requires solo as well as duet singing.
Uncle Rat: (M) (30 + adult must appear middle aged) loving, protective, wise, and yet unwise perhaps, as he loves his adopted daughter and will sacrifice all for her. He and Gray Cat are old cronies solid in their devotion to each other. This role requires solo as well as duet singing with Gray Cat.
Horace (the fake) Raymond: (M) (minimum age 14 must appear 16 or older) A charismatic villain, he assumes a false identity to secure his happy future as Mousey’s husband and Uncle Rat’s heir. He is charming and a city boy with great style. But who is under that charming façade? Sings solo.
Miss Toad: (F) (minimum age 14 must appear 16 or older) A “Red Hot Mama”…she leads with her ‘charms” but hides a broken heart and must learn to value herself. Loves Froggy and will do almost anything to get him. She is jealous of Mousey’s good fortune and must choose to become an enemy or an ally and discover where real love is found. Sings solo and duet.
Left Bank: (M) (minimum age 14 must appear 16 or older) A true romantic (he’s French!); he never seems to get the girl…or does he? A humorous side kick for Froggy, he is in love with Miss Toad. Will need a French accent. Sings with the frogs.
Poncho: (M) (minimum age 14 must appear 16 or older) The Latino wry third member of the three Frogskateers. He is muy macho and loyal to Froggy and Left Bank. He balances their emo tendencies. Will need a Hispanic accent…. think Antonio Banderas. Sings with other frogs.
Ms Hen: (F) (25 + adult, must appear middle aged) She is fervently devoted to knowing everyone’s business and imparting her learned opinion on what they need to do about it. She firmly believes the swamp runs better with her in charge. Is always busy, bustling, and not listening. Will sing in ensemble numbers.
Miss Goose: (F) (25 +, must appear middle aged) She is Gray Cat’s friend and is more fair in her judgments of others than her other crony Ms Hen. She has high hopes of becoming an accomplished vocalist…if she could just lose that nagging squawk in her voice from her “cold”. She shows us the value of persistence and faith.Will sing in ensemble roles and has a duet with Grey Cat.
Miss Pig: (F) (25+Adult must appear middle aged) A comedic character, she likes to eat, and while dieting, likes to eat. ..actually, she is all about eating. She is sweetly oblique as she follows Miss Hen’s lead in about everything…especially the crème puffs! Will sing in ensemble numbers.
FEATURED ENSEMBLE ROLES:
Mr. Owl: (M) (50+ appears as a senior citizen) Crusty, grumpy, wise, and not above using his gavel on the noggin to keep order in his courtroom. Will sing in ensemble numbers.
Mr.Badger: (M) (14 and older must appear as adult) NOT the sharpest tool in the shed. He is the jailer and thinks in a direct line…no curves in his thinking…though he does appreciate curves on a lady. Will sing in ensemble numbers.
The Real Raymond: (M) (young adult) the unsuspecting heir to Uncle Rats’ estate. He falls prey to the villain. May be cast as another creature in ensemble numbers.
ENSEMBLE ROLES:
Rats 1, 2, 3 (14 yrs. & older male and female) Horace’s gang. Can be double cast for ensemble numbers as other creatures.
Mr. Rooster: (M) (14 yrs. & older) appears in ensemble numbers.
Mr. Bumble: (M) appears in ensemble numbers.
Mother Mouse: (F) (Adult or looks old enough) gives her life for her daughter. A Parisienne. Will be cast as another creature in ensemble numbers.
Google….could be male or female. A turtle
The Toadettes: (teen girls) backup singers and 60’s style dancers for Miss Toad. Will appear in ensemble numbers.
Lightning Bugs, Tadpoles, Chicklettes, etc. (age 6 and up) appear in ensemble numbers.

Advanced Drama 08-09

Thank you to all who auditioned. Please come see me before next Friday, 3/28. I have submitted this list to your counselor.

Kaylen Aldridge
Steven Bard
Mara Berton
Justin Brandt
Brianne Brincat
Kimberly Chappel
Michael Cieslak
Andrea Conroy
Megan Cook
Laura Fleming
Liana Grimes
Jeremy Grunn
Steven Harvey
Andrew Howell
Hayden Jackson
Cassandra Kotsynski
Jesse Luttermoser
Jessica McIntyre
Amanda Michels
Elizabeth Mikula
Rebecca Moore
Emily Olrich
Stephanie Onderchanin
Thomas Peloquin
Matthew Radick
Derek Ridge
AnneMarie Rhode
Jim Rutkowski
Valerie Sartor
Erin Volz
Caitlyn Williams
Anna Wyatt

Advanced Drama 08/09

SORRY - the list will not be posted until after school on Tuesday, 3/18. There were too many students missing school due to the band trip to NYC. They will have the chance to audition during lunch on Tuesday, 3/18.

'Once on This Island' DVD

If you are interested in ordering a DVD of 'Once on This Island' please see Malo. The dvd's are $10 each and all orders are due by Tuesday, 03/18.

'Once on This Island' this WEEKEND!!!!

This highly original and theatrical Caribbean adaptation of the popular fairy tale “The Little Mermaid” sings and dances the story of Ti Moune, the peasant girl who rescues, nurses and falls in love with Daniel, a young man from a wealthy family. When Daniel is returned to his people, the gods who rule the island guide Ti Moune on a quest to test the strength of her love against the powerful forces of prejudice, hatred and death.

Please join us 3/7-3/8 @ 7 or 3/9 @ 2 at the Howell High School Auditorium

Advanced Drama Auditions

Auditions for Advanced Drama for the 08/09 school year will be Friday, 3/14 during ALL lunches. See Malo if you have any questions.

SNOW DAY PART DEUX

OK - we are sticking with the schedule on Monday! I expect you to be listening to the music, practicing the dances and looking at your lines.

Your bios are due on Monday! If you don't turn it in, it will look something like this.....
Malo is good, Malo is great! On a scale of 1-7, Malo is an 8

AH - SNOW DAYS!

'Once On This Island' cast. We will be moving the rehearsal calendar and combining Wed & Thur. The game plan is we will sing 'We Dance' and 'Why We Tell The Story' with Bushey and then move into the Black Box to run the show. PLEASE come prepared to move.

Don't forget that the t-shirt money is due 2/14!

Enjoy your snow day and LOOK AT YOUR SCRIPTS!!! LISTEN TO YOUR SOUNDTRACKS! If the letters being in all caps doesn't scare you enough - how about this........

5 rehearsals until you can NOT use your script anymore AND
17 rehearsals until final dress!

'Joined at the Head' Cast List

Major thanks to everyone who auditioned. This was a ridiculously hard decision and we appreciate everyone's hard work and effort.
You can get your script from Kaitlyn at the first rehearsal on Tuesday, 1/22. Rehearsal will go from 3:00-4:45. Everyone is called.

Maggie Mulroney - Brittany Green
Maggy Burroughs - Stephanie Onderchanin
Jim Burroughs - Mike Brown

Female Supporting (actual roles posted outside the Black Box)
Hannah Beeman
Tiffany Dancer
Randi Davis
Heather Ferguson
Rebecca Moore
Robyn Sipes

Male Supporting (actual roles posted outside the Black Box)
Joe Hillier
Jesse Luttermoser
Jack Palmer
**Gary Schomberger

** - Please see Kaitlyn ASAP

If you were not cast, but would still like to be involved, this is a production that requires a crew. There will be a meeting near the end of February regarding this. Info will be on the blog.
Thanks once again!

'Joined at the Head' Callbacks

Thank you so much to everyone who tried out. Callback pieces will be available tomorrow to pick up in the Black Box. Callbacks will be held after school in the Black Box.

Maggie
Hannah Beeman
Brittany Green
Stephanie Onderchanin
Robyn Sipes

Maggy
Randi Davis
Heather Ferguson
Brittany Green
Rebecca Moore
Stephanie Onderchanin

Jim
Mike Brown
Joe Hillier
Aaron Reed

Once again, thanks so much for your participation and support!

Advanced Drama 08/09

Hard to believe, isn't?

If you are interested in auditioning for Advanced Drama for the 08-09 school year, there will be an informational meeting on Wednesday, 2/20 during all lunches in the Black Box Theater. The meeting is open to all upcoming juniors & seniors who are interested in taking the class. If you are unable to make it on that day, you can swing by and talk to Malo at any time.

The audition date for Advanced Drama will be Wednesday, 3/12, during all lunches in the Black Box Theater.

ITS Auditions

The auditions for 'Joined at the Head' will be Monday, 1/14. Please meet in the black box theater. You can pick up the audition pieces from Mrs. Malo any time.

Informational Meeting for ITS Production

There will be an informational meeting for the ITS production, 'Joined at The Head' on Monday, 01/07 after-school in the black box theater. If you can't make it, please see Mrs. Malo or the director, Kaitlyn Estes for more information. Auditions are on Monday, 1/14 and callbacks are 1/16. Hope to see you there!