by Carlos Munguia | Apr 24, 2017 | Announcements, Casting
We know that we say all of this every year, but HONESTLY, this was an extremely difficult process because we had so many talented youth auditioning. Everyone did such a great job (making our jobs that much harder)! We were excited to see everyone strive to do his/her best!!! We hope that anyone who did not get a role this year will definitely keep trying and that we will see you back at auditions next year!!!
For those of you who are in the cast, congratulations! This week, your first rehearsal is Tuesday, April 25th from 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm at the Elementary School – 1800 Lindenthal Highland, Il 62249. Students can ONLY BRING WATER. Be sure to check this posting for changes and updates. Over the next few days our Producer, Michele, will be adding parents to the facebook page and updates will be posted on there.
If you are not willing to accept your role, please send a private message on Facebook Messenger to the director, GENTRY FIFER NESSEL, no later than this evening, Monday, April 24th.
During the read-through on Tuesday, April 25th, there will also be a MANDATORY PARENTS’ MEETING. Bring your $45 fee with you that evening.
Now, DRUM-ROLL please…………… Here is your cast list for 2017’s DISNEY’S THE LION KING JR!!!!!
Disney’s The Lion King Jr. Cast List:
Mtoa/Rafiki: Anna Bruss and Julia English
Young Simba: Noah Macam
Simba: Dakota Driemeyer
Young Nala: Madison Autry
Nala: Katie Schwarz
Mufasa: Julia Graham
Sarabi: Julia McPhillips
Zazu: Talon Vrell
Sarafina: Fayth Whicker
Scar: Spencer Powers
Banzai: Brandon Eye
Shenzi: Julia Beil
Ed: Caleb Stratton
Timon: Autumn Meyer
Pumbaa: Patrick Boulanger
FEATURED
Lionesses:
Haylie Gombos, Carleigh Robinson, Mikayla Smith and Londyn Celuch
Lion Cubs:
Emma Gualandi and Wilson Boulanger
Ostrich:
Justina Thomae
Hyenas:
Amara Vrell, Eliza Keth, Brooke Rheaume and Roxy Daugherty
Gazelles:
Morgan Macam, Haleigh Perry and Mya Thomilson
Mouse:
Mae Rose Taylor
ENSEMBLE
Giraffes:
Madyson Whicker, Lily Niebrugge and Gracie Powers
Zebras:
Sophia Rogier, Ryann Krotz, Jayden Blackwell, Natalie Goggin and Macey Golder
Elephants:
Brandon Adolph and Addyson Goodwin
Birds:
Katherine Empson, Kendal Devlin, Emma Hook and Bethany Williamson
Cheetahs:
Joshua Knobloch, Caleb Knobloch, and Christian Knobloch
Hippos:
Lizzy Rheaume, Hunter Gombos and Samuel Kukowski
by Carlos Munguia | Apr 24, 2017 | Announcements, Auditions, Casting
Thanks so much to everyone who came out to audition. We are blessed with fantastic talent to select from. This is going to be such a fun summer for everyone!
The Freckleface Strawberry team is excited to get to know the cast and parents at our MANDATORY meeting on Tuesday night, April 25th, at 7:00pm at the Louis Latzer Library. We’ll do introductions and discuss our expectations and what you can expect from us in return. I’ll also have schedules for you. There is a $40 fee due that night and then the actors will be issued their scripts. Please let me know if you have any questions.
See you Tuesday night!
~Sheila Riggs
Director
(618) 409-6286
Freckleface Strawberry Cast List:
Freckleface Strawberry: Emma Clark
Danny/Don Fontaine: Dietrich Gossmeyer
Baby Brother: Jake Hindman-Cook
Harry: Josh Reed
Jake/Frankie Freckle: Josh Miller
Janelle (ballet girl): Autumn Riggs
Jane: Bailey McPhillips
Teacher: Maddie Wesselmann
Mother: Hannah Franklin
Emily: Madi Crawford
Flora: Destiny Odle
Dora: Kori Huelsmann
Laura: Adalee Clarke
Gabby: Ellen Nuxoll
Francine Freckle: Noelle Sonderegger
Frida Freckle: Sophia Himsel
by Tom Varner | Apr 10, 2017 | Announcements, Auditions, Press Release
Sponsored by Staunton Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, Hard Road Theatre is proud to announce auditions for their summer musical: SISTER ACT. Based on the 1992 hit comedy movie of the same name starring Whoopi Goldberg, SISTER ACT contains all new original music written by Alan Menken. The plot follows Deloris Van Cartier, a lounge singer with dreams of stardom. She witnesses a murder and is put in protective custody in the one place the cops are sure she won’t be a found: a convent! Disguised as a nun, she finds herself at odds with both the rigid lifestyle and uptight Mother Superior. Using her unique dance moves and singing talent to inspire the choir, Deloris breathes new life into the church and community but, in doing so, blows her cover. Soon, the gang is giving chase, only to find them up against Deloris and the power of her newly found sisterhood.
Auditions for SISTER ACT will be held on Monday, May 22nd and Tuesday, May 23rd at 7:00 p.m. at the Highland Elementary School, 1800 Lindenthal Ave., Highland, IL. Those auditioning should be at least fifteen years-old. Those auditioning should come prepared with a Broadway-style song to sing. An accompanist will be provided, but no recordings will be allowed. In addition, those auditioning will learn a short dance routine, may be asked to read sides from the script, and should be aware of any conflicts they have from May 24th – Aug. 7th. SISTER ACT is directed by Evan Fifer. Performance dates for SISTER ACT are July 28th-30th and Aug. 4th-6th.
Additional Information About Production
Audition Form
by Tom Varner | Apr 10, 2017 | Announcements, Youth Auditions
Auditions for DISNEY’S THE LION KING JR. (sponsored by Bradford National Bank) are scheduled to be held on Saturday, April 22nd and Sunday, April 23rd at the Highland Elementary School Auditorium, 1800 Lindenthal Ave., Highland, IL. Although some older students could be cast at the discretion of the director, in general, students auditioning for THE LION KING JR. should be in 2nd-8th grades (ages 7-14). Sign-ups for THE LION KING JR. will begin at 11:30 a.m. and auditions will be held from 12:00 – 3:00 p.m. Those wanting to audition for THE LION KING JR. should arrive before 12:00 p.m. All those auditioning should come dressed nicely. Pictures/headshots for publicity stills, program displays, etc. might be taken at auditions. ALL THOSE AUDITIONING MUST WEAR CLOSED-TOE SHOES: NO FLIP-FLOPS OR SANDALS. Also, PARENTS SHOULD COME PREPARED WITH STUDENTS’ AVAILABILITY SCHEDULE; ALL CONFLICTS NEED TO BE LISTED ON AUDITION FORM. Audition materials can be found through this link:
Audition Materials for THE LION KING JR.
Students should be prepared to sing at least one of the songs and be prepared to read one of the parts. NEITHER THE SONG NOR THE LINES HAVE TO BE MEMORIZED. Be yourself and act natural!
Performance dates for THE LION KING JR. are scheduled for June 22-25.
Lastly, here are some hints to prepare for auditions for THE LION KING JR.
Singing:
- The character that the song is originally for does not need to be the part you are auditioning for: pick the song that best suits your voice! Also, sing the song in the octave that is comfortable for you.
- It is not required that the song be memorized.
- You will sing the song with the accompaniment CD (i.e. No voices singing your part). It is important that we see you can sing your own part with an accompaniment.
- You may be asked to do some simple singing exercises to show us your range. We want you to do great, so relax and don’t worry!
Reading:
- Please be familiar with all of the readings as the director may choose any of them for you to perform.
- The readings DO NOT need to be memorized (just be comfortable with the text)!
- The director may have you read lines for a character that he/she doesn’t want to cast you in because she just wants to hear how your voice sounds.
- Be flexible and show us your personality.
Joke:
- Please be prepared to tell us a favorite joke. The directors may or may not ask for this. In doing so, they want to see your personality (and also just laugh!).
Personality:
- This is the most important part: be yourself and have fun!
