Casting call slated for ‘Children of Eden'

The Department of Theatre and Film will hold open auditions for the 2005 spring musical production of Stephen Schwartz’s “Children of Eden.” Separate auditions will be held for children and adults.

The casting call for community children will be held from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Nov. 29 in 405 University Hall. Participants should arrive 30 minutes before audition time to register. Those trying out will be taught a portion of a song from the show for the audition. Call-backs will be held that evening, so it is highly encouraged that children have the entire time available. Additional call-backs, if needed, may be held from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Nov. 30 in the same location.

Auditions for students, faculty, staff and adult community members will be held by appointment only from 6:30-10 p.m. Dec. 6 and 7 in 405 University Hall. Sign-up sheets for auditions, as well as room locations and audition requirements, will be posted on the bulletin board across from the offices of the Department of Theatre and Film in 338 South Hall. To audition, prepare 16 bars of a song that showcases voice and range. It is permissible to sing songs from the show. An accompanist will be provided for all auditions. Scripts, call-back music and CD recordings are available for 24-hour check-out Monday through Friday in the department office.

Call-backs for adults will be held from 6:30-10 p.m. Dec. 8 on the fourth floor of University Hall. Those participating will need to check the call board, also located across from the theatre and film office, for call-back audition times, as well as song and reading requirements.

“Children of Eden,” directed by Michael Ellison, theatre and film, with musical direction by Shaun Moorman and Larry Dutt, will be presented in the Eva Marie Saint Theatre at 8 p.m. on April 8, 9, 15 and 16 and 2 p.m. on April 10 and 17.

The Department of Theatre and Film practices the principle of equal opportunity. Except in plays where race, ethnicity, or sex is an issue, casting is decided on the basis of ability.

For more information, call 2-2222.