Acting Opportunities Abound At Area Theaters
Not surprising, with summer winding down and local theater and music groups preparing for their upcoming seasons, there are a slew of auditions notices.
Spokane’s Children Theatre is conducting auditions for its forthcoming production of “The Pale Pink Dragon” on Sunday, Aug. 18, at 4 p.m. and Monday, Aug. 19, at 6 p.m. at St. Aloysius School, 611 E. Mission.
There are main roles open for children ages 10 and up. A few chorus parts are open for children 5-9. Candidates 10 and older must prepare a brief song no longer than one minute. An accompanist will be provided. Bring sheet music and be prepared to dance.
For further details, call 534-0737.
Valley Repertory Theatre is holding auditions for its fall musical, “Personals,” Monday and Tuesday at 7 p.m. at the theater, southwest corner of Sprague and Pines.
“Personals” has roles for three men and three women ages 20-40. Come prepared to sing; bring your own music.
The Inland Northwest Men’s Chorus is recruiting new members. The ensemble has been a part of the local music community for eight years.
The chorus performs several times a year. If you are interested, join them on their first day of rehearsals Sept. 3 at 7:15 p.m. at Westminster Congregational Church, Fourth and Washington.
Seattle’s Unexpected Productions, which produces Seattle Theatersports, is seeking performers to establish an improvisational troupe in Spokane. For more information, call Mark Thompson at 747-8317.
Calling all poets
Local poet Donna Hilsabeck is accepting poems from budding scribes 18 and over for a poetry contest. The contest, which has a deadline of Aug. 26, commemorates World Poetry Day.
For contest rules, send a self-addressed, stamped envelope to: Donna Hilsabeck, 7718 E. Glass, Spokane, WA 99202.
Songwriters take notice
Inland Empire Events is accepting tapes for its sixth annual Songwriters Showcase at Chili D’s on Nov. 17.
Musicians of all genres - classical, rock, country, pop, folk and rap - are invited to submit tapes. Songs must be original.
Musicians whose tapes are selected will compete for studio time and music gear at Chili D’s. For more information, call Inland Empire Events at 747-1335.
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