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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Open Auditions to be Held for “Rapunzel” at Weinberg Center
FREDERICK, Md., Monday, October 17,2016—As previously announced, Missoula Children’s Theatre will bring itsoriginal musicalRapunzel to the Weinberg Center for the Arts in late October. Representing the nation’s largest touring children’s theatre, the troupe will arrive in Frederick on Monday, October 24 to hold open auditions,casting 50-60 local students to perform in the production. The show will be rehearsed throughout the week and a final, public performance will take place on Saturday, October 29 at 3:00pm.
Auditions will be held from 3:30pm to 5:30pm on Monday, October 24 at the Weinberg Center. No advance preparation or reservation is necessary. Local students ages 6-18 are encouraged to audition. Those auditioning should arrive at 3:30pm and plan to stay for the full two hours. Some of the cast members may be asked to stay for a rehearsal immediately following the audition. There is no guarantee that everyone who auditions will be cast in the play.
Most students who are cast will rehearse approximately 4.5 hours each day, October 24-28, after school. Although not all cast members will be needed at every session, everyone who auditions must have a clear schedule for the entire week and if selected, be able to attend all rehearsals required for their role. A detailed rehearsal schedule will be distributed at the conclusion of the audition. Cast members scheduled for the full 4.5 hours of rehearsal will be asked to bring a lunch, dinner, or snack.
More information regarding the Rapunzelaudition and rehearsal process can be found at WeinbergCenter.org/Rapunzel.Tickets for the final presentation of Rapunzelare $7 and can be purchased online, by calling 301.600.2828, or in person at 20 West Patrick Street. Seating is general admission.
“The Missoula Children’s Theatre is an amazing company to watch in action.” said Executive Theater Manager John Healey. “From the auditions on a Monday to a full production that features up to sixty area children just five days later is a wonder to behold.”
A complete listing of artists and performers scheduled for the 2016-2017 season can be found at WeinbergCenter.org.
ABOUT THE WEINBERG CENTER FOR THE ARTS
The Weinberg Center for the Arts is one of the region’s premier performing arts presenters, offering film, music, dance, theater, and family-focused programming. Located in the historic Tivoli movie theater in downtown Frederick, Md., the Weinberg Center strives to ensure that the arts remain accessible and affordable to local and regional audiences alike. Weinberg Center events are made possible with major support from the City of Frederick, the Maryland State Arts Council, Plamondon Hospitality Partners, and other corporate and individual donors.
In honor of the theater’s 90th anniversary this December, the Weinberg Center encourages patrons to #ShareYourWeinberg. Now through November 11, artifacts from 1926 to 2000 will be accepted on a permanent or loan basis for an updated exhibit. Written or recorded stories and personal photos will also be collected. For more information, please visit WeinbergCenter.org/ShareYourWeinberg.
Photos available upon request.
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