Auditions open in July for Masquers’ ‘Anastasia the Musical’
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The Masquers Theater, shown here in a rehearsal for the musical “Annie,” will hold auditions next month for “Anastasia: the Musical.”
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SOAP LAKE — The Masquers Theater will hold auditions for “Anastasia: the Musical” next month.
Auditions will take place at 6 p.m. July 17 and 2 p.m. July 18, according to an announcement from the Masquers Theater. Children 7 and older and adults of all experience levels are encouraged to audition.
All roles are available, according to the announcement. Those auditioning should be prepared to sing songs listed in the audition material packet – ideally one associated with the role they are pursuing – and will also participate in a cold reading. Auditions will be recorded as part of the casting process.
Video submissions will accepted until July 17 for those unable to attend in person, according to the announcement. Callbacks, if necessary, will be held by video on July 19, and casting decisions will be finalized by July 24. Rehearsals begin Aug. 24 and will run Monday through Thursday from 6:30 to 8:45 p.m.
The production will run across four weekends: Oct. 16-18, 23-25 and 30–31 and Nov. 1, and 6-8, with performances Fridays at 7 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays at 2 p.m.
“Anastasia: The Musical,” directed by Stacey and Cifford Bresee, transports the audience from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria of Paris in the 1920s, as a brave young woman sets out to discover the mystery of her past, according to the announcement. Pursued by a ruthless Soviet officer determined to silence her, Anya enlists the aid of a dashing con man and a lovable ex-aristocrat. Together, they embark on an epic adventure to help her find home, love and family.
More information and audition forms can be found at www.masquers.com.
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