Arts Calendar

Thu., May 8, 2008

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Auditions

“Withercraft Manor” – Spokane Civic Theatre Summer Performance Camp, Sunday, new campers audition at 5 p.m., returning campers at 7 at the theater, 1020 N. Howard St. Participants must be prepared to sing a song (with sheet music) of about one and a half minutes, and to dance, jump and roll around on the floor. Needed: 15 to 20 boys and girls ages 13 to 18. Tuition: $350. Performance dates: Aug. 7-9 and 13-15. Call (509) 879-8978 or visit www.spokanecivictheatre.com.

Actor’s Repertory Theatre – Auditions for the 2008-09 season, May 18, 1 to 5 p.m. at Spokane Falls Community College, Spartan Theatre, Building Five, 3410 W. Fort George Wright Drive. Auditions are by appointment only. Auditioners must prepare one classic and one contemporary piece, no more than two minutes each. A photograph and resume also are required. To schedule an audition call (509) 570-2745 or e-mail mweaver@actorsreptheatre.com.

Classes and workshops

Corbin Art Center – Presented by the Spokane Parks and Recreation Department. Painting Skies and Clouds in Watercolor – Experiment with colors and techniques, May 17, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at the center, 507 W. Seventh. Cost: $25. Visit www.spokaneparks.org or call (509) 625-6677.

Polymer Clay Classes – With Christi Friesen, May 17, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and 1:30-4:30 p.m. at Bead Addict’s Attic, 635 W. Garland Ave. Cost: $45. Call (509) 324-2323.

Call for writers

Idaho Prize for Poetry – Lost Horse Press is seeking submissions for the annual contest, which offers a $1,000 prize plus publication of a book-length poetry manuscript. Applicants must submit a manuscript, self-addressed stamped envelope and $25 by May 15 to Lost Horse Press, 105 Lost Horse Lane, Sandpoint, ID 83864. Call (208) 255-4410 or visit www.losthorsepress.org.

Call for volunteers

Musicfest Northwest – Volunteers needed for the 63rd annual festival for young artists and dancers, Sunday through May 16, including check-in, transportation and errand running. Call Sally Dotson at (509) 448-8726 or the Musicfest office at (509) 327-3455.

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