The 5th Avenue Musical Theatre Company Announces Children’s Auditions for The Sound of Music October 24, 2005
SIX of the von Trapp Family Children will be cast from these auditions
SEATTLE — The 5th Avenue Musical Theatre Company will hold auditions for six of the von Trapp Children for THE SOUND OF MUSIC. Auditions will be held Monday, October 24, 2005 beginning at 6 p.m. at Theatre Puget Sound at the Seattle Center.
Boys between the ages of 7-15 whose voices have not changed, and girls between the ages of 5-16 are encouraged to audition. All children must be able to sing and move well. Most rehearsals will take place during afternoons, evenings and weekends. Children should be prepared to miss some school during the rehearsals.
For the audition, please have your child prepare one song that shows off both their vocal range and acting ability. A song from THE SOUND OF MUSIC is fine. Please wear comfortable clothes to move in, and dance shoes or tennis shoes. All auditioners must bring a photo and resume (if available) or current contact information. Professional headshots are not required. A school photo is acceptable. Photos will not be returned.
Auditions are by appointment only. Parents and guardians who wish their child to audition must call the audition hotline at (206) 625-1418. They will receive directions to the audition location when the appointment is scheduled.
Performances of THE SOUND OF MUSIC runs from November 29 to December 18, 2005, Tuesday and Wednesday evenings at 7:30 p.m., Thursday and Friday evenings at 8:00 p.m., Saturday at 2:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. and Sunday at 1:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Children must be available for all performances.
For further information, to schedule an audition, and get directions, call the audition hotline at (206) 625-1418, Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Press Contact: Jennifer Rice,
206-625-1418 jrice@5thavenuetheatre.org