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| Morpheus Theatre will be holding open auditions for Gilbert & Sullivan’s The Mikado, directed by Sean Anderson: Monday November 16th (7:00 to 9:30pm) Wednesday November 18th (7:00 to 9:30pm) and Saturday November 21st (12:00 to 4:00pm) Callbacks will be Wednesday November 25th, if necessary at the Community Arts Centre 2633 Hochwald Avenue SW (Building A3 - former Currie Barracks) Audition Requirements: * A short song or section of a song to highlight your abilities, preferably from a G&S operetta or similar style * If auditioning for a speaking part: a short monologue * A cold read or song may be required * Please bring your acting resume and headshot to the audition Note: An accompanist will be provided. Bring sheet music (if possible) in the key in which you will sing. ROLES The Mikado: (M - Bass/Baritone) The emperor of Japan, whose governing philosophy is “let the punishment fit the crime.” Nanki-Poo: (M - Tenor) Romantic lead. The son of the Mikado, who has fled the imperial court and comes to Titipu disguised as a wandering minstrel. In love with Yum-Yum. Ko-Ko: (M - Comic Baritone) Lord High Executioner of the town of Titipu, guardian of (and in love with) the lovely young Yum-Yum. Pooh-Bah: (M - Baritone) Titipu’s Lord High Everything Else, an extremely haughty and exclusive person. Pish-Tush: (M - Baritone) A Noble Lord. Yum-Yum: (F - Soprano) Ko-Ko’s ward, also engaged to Ko-Ko, lovely, irresistible, and fully aware of her charms. In love with Nanki-Poo. Pitti-Sing: (F - Mezzo-soprano) A Ward of Ko-Ko. Yum-Yum’s somewhat bold and irreverent friend. Peep-Bo: (F - Soprano/mezzo) A Ward of Ko-Ko. Another of Yum-Yum’s friends. Katisha: (F - Contralto) An elderly lady in love with Nanki-Poo and determined to get him back at any cost. Chorus of Schoolgirls, Nobles and Townspeople: As with most Gilbert & Sullivan shows, the chorus is a very important part of the action, and has much stage time and wonderful music. Rehearsals will take place from January through March (Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays) beginning January 4th. The Mikado will be presented at the Pumphouse Theatre March 26th – April 10th, 2010 Please visit our website at www.morpheustheatre.ca or call (403) 246-2999 to book an audition time. Some Tips for a Great Audition: * Arrive at the audition venue at least 15 minutes before your audition time. This is necessary to allow time for you to fill out an audition form. * Familiarize yourself with the show and prepare your audition piece thoroughly. A script is available in our office (please call ahead) or the Gilbert & Sullivan Archive is an excellent resource for all things Gilbert and Sullivan. * If something happens on the day of your audition and you can’t come at the last minute, please send us an email or call our office. * Relax, and be yourself! | |
| Contact: | Morpheus Theatre Phone: (403) 246-2999 Email: audition@morpheustheatre.ca Web: http://www.morpheustheatre.ca |
| Details: | Location: Community Arts Centre |
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