Cinderella (Enchanted Edition) audition Notice

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Joanne Libarios

733-4913 or via e-mail jlibarios@gmail.com

Kaimuki High School

Performing Arts Center

Announces Auditions for

“Cinderella (Enchanted Edition)”

Kaimuki High School Performing Arts Center holds auditions for its spring musical production of “Cinderella (Enchanted Edition)” Nov. 19 - 20. Students enrolled at any public school on Oahu are encouraged to try out. This audition is open to students from grade 4 to grade 12.

Auditions will be held Nov. 19 and 20^th 3:00 to 6:30 p.m (must check-in and sign-up by 4:30pm) at KHSPAC’s auditorium. Callbacks only on Nov. 21st.

"The Prince Is Giving A Ball" and you are all invited!  The Kaimuki High School Performing Arts Center proudly announces our 2015 Spring Musical, "Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella (Enchanted Edition)".  Originally presented on television in 1957 featuring Julie Andrews, our production is an adaptation of the 1997 remake starring recording artists Whitney Houston and Brandy.  One of the most beloved stories of all time, this production is a classic fairy tale reborn for the stage and will be a sparkling fantasy of music, magic, and romance.  Come join us as Cinderella and her Prince waltz into the hearts of the entire family and live happily ever after as the "Impossible" becomes possible.

Performers should come prepared to sing at least 16 bars of a Broadway song from the traditional Broadway repertoire by Rogers and Hammerstein, Lerner and Lowe, (From shows like “South Pacific,” “Oklahoma,” or “Camelot”). If performers plan to audition for a specific role, singing a song from “Cinderella” would be a good idea. No pop or rap songs. Please bring sheet music written in the key you will perform it – a pianist will be provided. No recordings will be allowed.

Performers should prepare a memorized monologue about one minute in length for the acting portion of the audition. Come dressed in dance clothes and shoes for the dance audition.

Rehearsals at KHSPAC begin Tuesday, November 25, 2014.  Monday-Friday rehearsals 3:30pm to 6:30pm; Saturday rehearsals 10:00pm to 5:00pm (TBD.) Performances run from Feb. 20 – March 8.

Production team includes Michael Ng, Director, Nanilisa Pascua as Music Director, Deanna Luster, Choreographer with Set Design by M.J. Matsushita.

For more information, contact Joanne Libarios, 733-4913 or via e-mail at jlibarios@gmail.com or visit our website www.khspac.com

ABOUT KHSPAC

Kaimuki High School Performing Arts Learning Center offers classes in acting, music, dance and technical theater at no cost to public school students all over Oahu. The program’s mission is based on the belief that performing arts develop important life skills including discipline, teamwork, creativity, self-awareness, confidence, focus and appreciation of the performing arts. Under the direction of M.J. Matsushita, the program and its musical and dramatic productions involve over 160 students who present three major productions per school year. KHSPAC is one of three Department of Education learning centers for performing arts on Oahu.

Cinderella (Enchanted Version) Casting Requirements:

Cinderella is a show rich with music. Prior singing experience is preferred for all roles. More information on main role vocal ranges will be provided. Prior dance/movement experience is not required, but is preferred. The Ensemble will be a part of several dance numbers including a transformation scene and a ballroom dance scene.

6 Females for the following Primary Roles:

CINDERELLA : A shy but beautiful orphaned girl who lives with her wicked stepmother and mean stepsisters.

FAIRY GODMOTHER: Lovable, fun character role who fulfills Cinderella’s wish to go to the ball.

STEPMOTHER: Unkind to Cinderella yet dotes on her own two miserable offspring.

GRACE:One of Cinderella's stepsisters; the awkward one.

JOY: Cinderella's other stepsister; the sullen one; with an unique laugh.

QUEEN CONSTANTINA: Prince Christopher's mother; she wants the best for

her son, and tries to keep the King in line.

3 Males for the following Primary Roles:

PRINCE CHRISTOPHER: A youthful, handsome but reluctant prince searching for his true love.

KING MAXIMILIAN: Prince Christopher’s father, who gives the young man advice; but is very comedic.

LIONEL: The prince’s Royal Steward; and his true ally.

Ensemble Roles:  (mix of males, females, children) for following the

Approx. 4-6 Males or Ensemble Roles of Merchants, Animal Roles of Cat,

Dove*(possibly with puppet) and Horses, footman, coachman, Ball and Wedding Guests.

Approx. 4-6 Females for Ensemble Roles of Maidens, Animal Roles of Cat, Dove* (possibly with puppet) and Horses, footman, coachman, Ball and Wedding Guests

4 Children (ages 6-13) for Ensemble Roles of Children, 4 White mice, wedding guests