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The producers of Broadway In The Park present...

A CHRISTMAS CAROL

December 21 at 8:00pm & December 22 at 2:00pm
El Segundo High School Performing Arts Center
 
$25 Adults / $18 Kids
Buy Tickets at: http://www.esbroadway.com/page04.html
Learn more at: www.esbroadway.com

ABOUT THE SHOW
Nineteenth century London comes to life when you and your family join Ebenezer Scrooge on a fantastical journey through Christmas Past, Present, and Future. Enjoy the music, dancing, and timeless message of hope, peace, and love, as the Dickens’ classic masterpiece comes to life in El Segundo!

LOCATION
El Segundo High School Performing Arts Center
640 Main Street, El Segundo 90245

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AUDITION NOTICE: A Christmas Carol

AUDITION NOTICE
 

The producers of Broadway In The Park
are casting...

A CHRISTMAS CAROL

Director: Jeff Cason

Asst Director: Ann Myers

 

PRELIMINARY AUDITIONS

Monday, November 18, 7:00pm -10:00pm in Johnson Hall, El Segundo Methodist Church. Candidates will be reading from sides, available for download HERE. Please arrive ready to read the sides that correspond to your desired role.

Available sides include Ghost of Christmas Present, Mrs. Cratchit, Belle, Fan, Mr. & Mrs. Fezziwig, Young Scrooge, Fred (Nephew), Tiny Tim, and Jacob Marley. The roles of Scrooge, Bob Cratchit and Ghost of Christmas Past have already been cast. Those interested in adult ensemble may read any side of their choosing. Children may choose from Tiny Tim or the side featuring Scrooge/Boy. A stage manager will be present to read opposite you during the audition. You are not required to have the sides memorized, but we encourage you to be out of the text enough to showcase what you can do with the character. (DOWNLOAD SIDES HERE).

Appointments are encouraged but not required -- we will accept walk-ins as space allows. To make an appointment, please respond to this email with your name, desired role(s), and desired audition time for Monday, November 18: 7:00pm, 7:15pm, 7:30pm, 7:45pm,8:00pm, 8:15pm, 8:30pm, 8:45pm, 9:00pm, 9:15pm, or 9:30pm.
 

CALLBACKS – Tuesday, November 19, 7:00pm -10:00pm in JOHNSON HALL. You will be notified if you have been called back for this  audition date. You will be given a specific timeslot for these auditions.

PERFORMANCE DATES: December 21 & 22, 2013 at El Segundo Performing Arts Center.

REHEARSAL SCHEDULE: Rehearsals will be on a Mon/Tue/Wed/Thu schedule from 7:00pm to 11:00pm and Sat. rehearsals from10:00am - 5:00pm. Rehearsals begin on Monday, December 2nd at 7:00pm.

FIRST REHEARSAL: Monday, December 2nd at 7:00pm. We will distribute detailed rehearsal schedules, cover housekeeping issues, and begin rehearsal.

SCRIPTS: Copies of the script will be distributed electronically to principal cast members at the conclusion of casting. ALL ACTORS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE THEIR LINES MEMORIZED BY THE FIRST REHEARSAL.

CREW: Openings in all areas including lights, scenery, make-up and costumes. No experience needed. Those interested should email Jeff Cason at jeff@esbroadway.com.

LOCATIONS: Johnson Hall is located at El Segundo Methodist Church (540 Main St., El Segundo). The performances will be held at El Segundo Performing Arts Center (located on the El Segundo High School Campus, 640 Main Street, El Segundo).

ADDITIONAL INFO: Contact us at broadwayinthepark@gmail.com or www.esbroadway.com

Plot Summary

Ebeneezer Scrooge is a man of great wealth who rules over his community with a cold heart and a tight fist. But on Christmas Eve, as Scrooge retires to his bedroom, he is awaken by ghosts from the past who show him who he was, who he's become, and - if he does not change his ways - where he will end up.

Character Breakdown
 

***The roles of Ebeneezer Scrooge, Bob Cratchit, and Ghost of Christmas Past have already been cast. ***

JACOB MARLEY: male, 30-65. Scrooge's old business partner. Jacob has since died and, learning the error of his miserly ways, comes back to haunt Scrooge and terrify him into reforming. Wild eyed, over the top, with a touch of comedy.

FRED: male, 25-40. Scrooge's nephew. Young, bright, and full of Christmas spirit.

MRS. CRATCHIT: female, 30-50. Bob Cratchit's wife. Doubles as adult ensemble.

PETER CRATCHIT: male, 14-17. Bob Cratchit's eldest son. Doubles as adult ensemble.

TINY TIM: male, 7-12. Bob Cratchit's youngest son. Tim is bright, inquisitive, and relentlessly optomistic.

GHOST OF CHRISTMAS PRESENT: male, 30-60. The second spirit to visit Scrooge, showing him the consequenses of his stinginess. The character is large in stature, jolly, with a "Father Christmas" manner. Doubles as Adult Ensemble.

GHOST OF CHRISTMAS YET TO COME: male or female, 20-60. The final spirit to visit Scrooge. Does not speak, moves slowly - the embodiment of death. Doubles as Adult Ensemble.

MR. FEZZIWIG: male, 50-70. Scrooge's old boss. Jovial and outgoing - he is the counterpoint to Scrooge's curmudgeonly manner.Doubles as Adult Ensemble.

MRS. FEZZIWIG: female, 40-70. Fezziwig's wife. Doubles as Adult Ensemble.

YOUNG SCROOGE: male, 20-30. Scrooge as a young man. A go-getter who finds quick success in business. He has a great love for money, but hasn't completely lost his idealism.

FAN: female, 20's. Scrooge's sister and Fred's mother. Doubles as Adult Ensemble.

BELLE: female, 20's. Young Scrooge's finacee. Doubles as Adult Ensemble.

ADULT ENSEMBLE: adults and teens, age 14+. Many featured roles (spoken parts) will draw from the ensemble. Some dancing required - must be able to move.

CHILD ENSEMBLE: children age 5-13. Available roles include Cratchit children, ghosts, Scrooge as a child, and townspeople.

BWW Loves "The Wizard Of Oz"

The reviews are in and critics love "The Wizard Of Oz!" Check out this review from BroadwayWorld.com:

http://losangeles.broadwayworld.com/article/BWW-Reviews-Broadway-In-The-Park-Presents-a-Magical-THE-WIZARD-OF-OZ-Outdoors-in-El-Segundo-Recreation-Park-20130809

Tickets are still available at the gate (Box Office opens 5:45pm nightly) and at our El Segundo retail outlets (Industrial Lock & Security & The Mailbox). See you at the park!

Audition Notice: The Wizard Of Oz

Broadway In The Park presents...

THE WIZARD OF OZ

“The Wizard of Oz” by L. Frank Baum
Music and Lyrics by Harold Arlen & E.Y. Harburg
Adapted by John Kane for the Royal Shakespeare Co.

Director: Jeff Cason
Music Director: Steven Applegate
Choreographer: Ann Myers


PRELIMINARY VOCAL AUDITIONS
Monday, June 3, 7:00pm -10:00pm in Johnson Hall, El Segundo Methodist Church. No appointments will be taken for these required preliminary auditions—First come, first served.

Preliminary auditions are required for anyone who wants to be considered for any role in the show, including dancers and ensemble. Prepare 32 bars from an classic musical theatre song that showcases your vocal range. Songs from “The Wizard of Oz” are acceptable. Please bring sheet music in the appropriate key. An accompanist will be provided. No CDs or tracks permitted.

CALLBACKS: ACTING/DANCE – Tuesday, June 4, 7:00pm -10:00pm in JOHNSON HALL. You will be notified if you have been called back for these acting or dance callbacks. Please dress to move.

FINAL CALLBACKS – Wednesday, June 5, 7:00pm -10:00pm in JOHNSON HALL. Only those performers who are specifically asked to come to final callbacks may attend. When called back, you will be given a specific time slot to come to Johnson Hall. These callbacks will consist of additional singing, reading from script, and movement. Please keep this important date open.

PERFORMANCE DATES: Aug 8, 9, 10, 11 at El Segundo Recreation Park Softball Field.

REHEARSAL SCHEDULE: Rehearsals will be on a Mon/Tue/Wed/Thu schedule from 7:00pm to 10:30pm and Sat. rehearsals from 10:00am - 5:00pm. Rehearsals begin on Monday, July 8 at 7:00pm.

FIRST REHEARSAL: Monday, July 8th at 7:00pm. We will distribute detailed rehearsal schedules, cover housekeeping issues, and begin rehearsal.

SCRIPTS AND SCORES: Copies of the script and vocal arrangements will be distributed to principal cast members at the conclusion of casting. ALL PRINCIPALS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE THEIR LINES MEMORIZED BY THE FIRST REHEARSAL.

CREW: Openings in all areas including lights, scenery, make-up and costumes. No experience needed. Those interested should email Michelle Akeley, Production Manager at michelleakeley@gmail.com.

LOCATIONS: Johnson Hall is located at El Segundo Methodist Church (540 Main St., El Segundo). The performances will be held at El Segundo Recreation Park Softball Field (corner of Grand Ave. and Eucalyptus Dr., El Segundo).

ADDITIONAL INFO: Contact us at broadwayinthepark@gmail.com or www.esbroadway.com


CHARACTER BREAKDOWN
DOROTHY GALE: female, 13-25 (Mezzo/Mix) Young Kansas girl, earnest, expressive, and strong-willed, in search of something more. Very strong singer who moves well.

HUNK / SCARECROW: male, 25-45 (Baritone) Plucky and clever in a pinch, even while lacking a brain. Strong actor with an honest quality. Excellent dancer – acrobatic skills a bonus. Strong baritone to F.

HICKORY / TIN MAN: male, 25-45 (Baritone/Tenor) Desperate for a heart. A kind-hearted romantic. Singing and dance required. Strong baritone / tenor to G.

ZEKE / COWARDLY LION: male, 25-45 (Baritone) A mix of bravado and cowardice. Should move well. Cuddly actor with excellent comic timing. Vocal range: Strong baritone to F.

ALMIRA GULTCH / WICKED WITCH OF THE WEST: female, 25-60. Character villain with an over-the-top stage presence. Excellent comic actress, has a killer cackle. Sings comically but doesn't have to sound good.

PROFESSOR MARVEL / THE WIZARD: male, 50-65. Older father figure with an eccentric flair. Basic conjuring or sleight of hand a bonus. Non-Singing.

GLINDA: female, 25-45. (Soprano) Glinda is the Good Witch of the North. Benevolent and beloved. Strong singer.

AUNT EM: female, 30-60. Aunt Em is demanding, but loves her niece. Non-singing.

UNCLE HENRY: male, 40-60. Dorothy’s pleasant uncle. Non-singing.

EMERALD CITY GUARD: male, 40-70. (Baritone) Strong comic actor, big presence.

MUNCHKINS: boys and girls, 6-14. The little people of Munchkinland. Long oppressed, and happy to be freed, the Munchkins will (mostly) be played by children. Group singing and coordinated movement required. Dance experience a plus. There are some featured roles among the munchkins, such as The Coroner, The Lollipop Guild, and The Lullaby League.

WINKIES / FLYING MONKEYS / OZIANS / ADULT MUNCHKINS: adults and teens, age 14+. The adult chorus of the show, with featured speaking/vocal/dancing roles available. Singing and movement required.

Oz goes to the ArcLight

What an exciting weekend! We brought Dorothy, Glinda, and The Wicked Witch to ArcLight to greet guests for the opening weekend of Disney's "Oz The Great And Powerful" and announce our summer show. Here's a quick peek, more photos to come! (photo courtesy of Sean Hiller, Daily Breeze.com)

Announcing our 2013 musical...

Broadway In The Park presents 

"THE WIZARD OF OZ"
August 8 - 11, 2013  |  Rec Park Softball Field

Broadway In The Park proudly announces our 2013 musical "The Wizard Of Oz" scheduled to perform at our summer festival August 8-11. Join Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tinman, Lion (and her little dog too!) as they set out on a magical journey to the Emerald City.

This year's production is adapted from the 1939 MGM movie musical - with all the familiar songs and characters - and will feature a cast of 40, full scale sets and costumes, and some amazing special effects presented for the first time in the park.

We're pulling back the curtain this Saturday at ArcLight Beach Cities!

Join us as we announce the show! On Saturday, March 9, characters from Broadway The Park's "Oz" will be at ArcLight Beach Cities from 4-6pm to greet theatregoers for the opening weekend of Disney's "Oz The Great And Powerful." Come see Dorothy, Glinda, and The Wicked Witch of the West as we publicly announce our 2013 show... then stay for a matinee showing of the blockbuster film - a prequel inspired by L. Frank Baum's classic book "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz." It's a weekend of Oz you won't want to miss!

 

 

We proudly recognize our 2013 production sponsor