Heartland Festival 2007 children's auditions opening on March 25
PLATTEVILLE - The Heartland Festival, University of Wisconsin-Platteville's summer arts festival, has announced the 2007 auditions for children's roles in the musicals "Seussical" and "Sound of Music." Auditions will be held on March 25 from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Center for the Arts building on campus, for children ages 5 to 18. This season marks the seventh outing for the annual arts festival.
Based on the work of author Dr. Seuss, "Seussical" showcases the famous Dr. Seuss characters including Horton the Elephant, Gertrude McFuzz, the Whos of Whoville and the Cat in the Hat. These classic tales are brought together by Jojo, a young boy and "thinker of strange and wonderful thinks." "Seussical" will be directed by Milwaukee resident Paul Helm. Helm worked for the Heartland Festival as an actor, musician and music director in the 2004 and 2006 seasons, earning roles that include the tinman in "Wizard of Oz" and Seymour in "Little Shop of Horrors." "Seussical" opens on June 29.
The musical classic "Sound of Music" remains one of the most popular musicals of all time. When a postulant proves too high-spirited for the religious life, she is dispatched to serve as governess for the seven children of a widowed naval captain.
Her growing rapport with the youngsters, coupled with her generosity of spirit, gradually captures the heart of the stern captain, and they marry. Upon returning from their honeymoon, they discover that Austria has been invaded by the Nazis, who demand the captain's immediate service in their navy. To escape, the entire family must flee over the mountains to Switzerland on the eve of World War II. New UWP assistant professor of theater, David Schuler, will direct. "Sound of Music" will open on July 6.
Roles will be available for the children of Captain von Trapp in "Sound of Music" and several parts in "Seussical." Auditions will be in 30-minute segments in small groups. No stage experience is necessary.
Interested parents should call (608) 342-1707 or send an e-mail to cfa@uwplatt.edu to sign their child up for a group audition time. For more information on the Heartland Festival, visitwww.uwplatt.edu/arts/heartland
Contact and Prepared by: John Hassig, CFA director of performing and visual arts, (608) 342-1267,hassigj@uwplatt.edu
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