Registration is now open for Center Stage Jackson's 10th Annual Youth Singing Competition,
to be held at 7:00pm on Saturday January 27, 2018 at Northwest High
School's Cafetorium (6900 Rives Junction Rd. Jackson, MI 49201).
This competition is open to youth in Jackson County or attending a
Jackson County school that are in 12th grade or younger. Competitors
will be divided into three categories: Child (age twelve and under),
Teen (age thirteen through 12th grade), and Group/Ensemble (two or more
singers). Registration is $25 per act (soloist or group/ensemble).
The registration deadline for competitors is Saturday January 20, 2018
at midnight. Registration must be completed online at
www.CenterStageJackson.org. There is a limit of twenty acts, after which
point registration will close.
Judges include Ann Holt, Jackie Livesay, Stephen Murphy, as well as
Home.fm honorary judges. Competitors will be judged on criteria
including tonal quality, breath, musical elements, and presentation.
Cash prizes and trophies will be awarded to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place
winners in each category. The amount of the cash prizes will be
determined by the amount of registration fees collected.
The winners of the Child and Teen categories will also get to co-host Mornings@Home on 106.9 Home.fm for a day!
An accompanist will be provided, or competitors have the option to
either bring their own accompanist, or provide a CD with their
background track.
Spectator tickets are $5 per person and can be purchased at the door
with cash, credit, or debit only, starting at 6:30pm on the night of the
competition.
Special thanks to 2017-18 Official Media Sponsor, Home.fm!
Contact: Becky Onnen, Competition Director at mooleeboo@gmail.com or 517-945-8821.
Friday, December 15, 2017
Thursday, August 17, 2017
CROSWELL AUDITION
Audition Notice: The Family Digs
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517-264-7469 | www.croswell.org
Thursday, June 22, 2017
Croswell's 2017 Summer Camps (Adrian, MI)
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Tuesday, May 23, 2017
YESTERDAY ONCE MORE
Michigan Theatre, Jackson, MI
A musical celebration of The Carpenters
A musical celebration of The Carpenters
Featuring critically acclaimed vocalist Helen Welch
on Friday, June 9 at 8PM
Doors open at 7:30 PM
Tickets are $28
Monday, March 06, 2017
Center Stage Jackson Auditions for SHREK
Announcing Auditions for
Shrek the Musical
Monday March 27 & Tuesday March 28
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Auditions will be held on two dates: Monday March 27th and Tuesday March 28th, both from 6:30pm-9:00pm at Jackson's First Presbyterian Church, 743 W. Michigan Avenue, Jackson, Michigan 49201. Parking and entrance are located at the rear of the church and will be clearly marked. Actors need only attend one audition, and are free to drop by any time within the audition window.
"Once upon a time, there was a little ogre named
Shrek...." And thus begins the tale of an unlikely hero who finds
himself on a life-changing journey alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a
feisty princess who resists her rescue. Throw in a short-tempered bad
guy, a cookie with an attitude and over a dozen other fairy tale
misfits, and you've got the kind of mess that calls for a real hero.
Luckily, there's one on hand... and his name is Shrek.
Performances of Shrek the Musical will be held at Jackson College's Potter Center in the Baughman Theatre, 2111 Emmons Rd. Jackson, MI 49202. Friday and Saturday performances will begin at 7:30pm, with Sunday matinees beginning at 3:00pm
This is a Main Stage production that will include adults and children, ages seven and older.
Actors should prepare approximately one minute of music to sing, and bring either sheet music for an accompanist or a background track (an accompanist as well as a CD player with aux cord will be provided). Actors should also bring their calendar of obligations for April 10 through June 18, and wear comfortable clothing. Auditions will include the one minute vocal audition, cold readings from the script with other actors, and learning a short choreography routine.
Rehearsals will begin Monday April 10 and run Monday through Thursday from 6:00pm until 9:00pm. Not all actors will be called to every rehearsal.
Shrek the Musical
Book and Lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire, Music by Jeanine Tesori, Originally produced on Broadway by DreamWorks Theatricals and Neal Street Productions. Based on the DreamWorks Animation Motion Picture and the book by William Steig. Shrek the Musical is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.MTIShows.com.
Contact: Artistic Director Bruce W. Crews at bcrews@co.jackson.mi.us or (517) 539-4118.
Auditions for Croswell Opera House in Adrian, MI
Auditions are right around the corner!
Open auditions for the first four musicals in our 2017 season -- Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, In the Heights, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, and Beauty and the Beast -- will take place on:
- Saturday, March 11 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Sunday, March 12 from 3-6 p.m.
- Sunday, March 19 from 3-6 p.m.
Purple Rose Auditions 2017/2018
Actors
Invited to Audition for The Purple Rose Theatre’s 2017/2018 Season
Auditions
will be held on April 3 and 4
CHELSEA,
Mich. (March 6, 2017) — The Purple Rose Theatre Company will hold
auditions for its 2017 / 2018 season on Monday, April 3 and Tuesday,
April 4 from 11:00 am to 8:00 pm. Audition appointments are required
and can be made beginning Monday, March 13 by calling the PRTC
Administration Office at 734.433.7782. Office hours are Mondays
through Fridays from 10:00 am until 5:00 pm. Equity and non-Equity
actors ages 18 and over are encouraged to audition.
Actors
will be asked to perform a one-minute contemporary comedic monologue
and should bring a current headshot and resume to the audition.
Callbacks for specific roles will be held at a later date and those
candidates will be notified by phone. Auditions will be held at
The Purple Rose Theatre in Chelsea, Michigan.
Actors
unable to attend general auditions may submit a current headshot and
resume to the attention of Guy Sanville, Artistic Director, The
Purple Rose Theatre Company, 137 Park Street, Chelsea, Michigan
48118.
The
tentative 2017 / 2018 season includes "God of Carnage" by
Yasmina Reza; "Flint," a world premiere by Jeff Daniels;
"Sherlock Holmes and the Adventure of the Elusive Ear," a
world premiere by David MacGregor; and "Willow Run,” a world
premiere by Jeff Duncan. The Purple Rose Theatre Company operates
under an SPT Tier 6 contract with Actors’ Equity Association and
employs both Equity and non-Equity actors. The current Equity salary
is $430 per week.
About
the Purple Rose Theatre Company
Founded
in 1991 by actor, playwright, musician and Chelsea native Jeff
Daniels, the Purple Rose Theatre Company is a creative home for
original American plays. In the 168-seat theatre 2
patrons experience an
intimate encounter with live theatre. The PRTC also provides an
apprenticeship program, performance classes, readings, lectures and
tours. It commissions new work from established and early-career
playwrights. As a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit professional theatre, the
PRTC operates under a Small Professional Theatre agreement with the
Actors’ Equity Association.
For
more information contact Katie Hubbard, PRTC Managing Director, (734)
433-7782,
Auditions
At-A-Glance
Person with casting authority: Guy Sanville
Name of company:
The Purple Rose Theatre Company
Production:
General
Auditions for the 2017 / 2018 season
Time:
Monday,
April 3 from 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday, April 4 from 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Place:
The
Purple Rose Theatre Company
137 Park Street, Chelsea, MI 48118
Appointments:
(734)
433-7782
Mondays - Fridays from 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Beginning Monday, March 13, 2017 at 10:00 AM
Season
Info: “God
of Carnage” by Yasmina Reza
“Flint,” a world premiere by Jeff Daniels
"Sherlock Holmes and the Adventure of the
Elusive Ear," a world premiere by David MacGregor
"Willow Run,” a world premiere by Jeff Duncan
Preparation:
1
one-minute comedic monologue
Please bring one current headshot and resume
Eligible
actors: Male
actors 18+ years of age
Female actors 18+ years of age
Both Equity and non-Equity
actors are welcome.
Callbacks:
Actors will be informed by phone if they
are invited to
callbacks after
their audition and prior to the day of
callbacks.
Equal
Opportunity Employer: Yes
Contract
/ Salary: Actors’ Equity Association SPT Tier
6 / $430 per week for
AEA contracts
Friday, February 10, 2017
What's going on with Center Stage Jackson?
Auditions for
Daring Greatly: A Cabaret About Taking Risks
Daring Greatly: A Cabaret About Taking Risks
February 20th & 22nd
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Mission
The
purpose of this organization is to cultivate, advance, and promote the
appreciation of dramatic arts with the community by presenting amateur
theatrical productions. The organization will make educational
opportunities available for its members while serving the community in
artistic expressions.
Saturday, January 21, 2017
2017 Youth Singing Competition Winners!
2017 Youth Singing Competition Winners!
Congratulations
to all of the 2017 Youth Singing Competition performers on a job well
done! It was an excellent night of tough competition in both categories.
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Tuesday, January 03, 2017
Saturday, December 31, 2016
Auditions for Center Stage Jackson Youth Musical!
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Artistic Director Melissa McElhone Music Director Sarah Baldwin
Auditions
Thursday January 12, 2014 promptly starting at 4:30pm
Tuesday January 17, 2017 promptly starting at 4:30pm
(Actors need only attend one audition day)
Audition Location
Jackson’s First Presbyterian Church, 743 W. Michigan Ave. Jackson, MI 49201. Please park in the rear of the church and enter the southwest door, which will be marked.
Thursday January 12, 2014 promptly starting at 4:30pm
Tuesday January 17, 2017 promptly starting at 4:30pm
(Actors need only attend one audition day)
Audition Location
Jackson’s First Presbyterian Church, 743 W. Michigan Ave. Jackson, MI 49201. Please park in the rear of the church and enter the southwest door, which will be marked.
What to Expect at Auditions
No preparation necessary! Newbies welcome and encouraged to attend! Youth will do a short vocal and dance auditions as well as read from the script with other youth.
Age Range
This production is for youth in Jackson County that are in 3rd through 9th grade (no exceptions).
No preparation necessary! Newbies welcome and encouraged to attend! Youth will do a short vocal and dance auditions as well as read from the script with other youth.
Age Range
This production is for youth in Jackson County that are in 3rd through 9th grade (no exceptions).
Rehearsals
Read-through & Mandatory Parent Meeting will be held Monday January 23, 2017 at 4:30pm. Regular rehearsals will be Monday-Thursday 4:30pm-6:00pm starting Tuesday January 24, 2017 at Jackson's First Presbyterian Church, 743 W. Michigan Ave. Jackson, MI 49201. Rehearsals will move to the Middle School at Parkside's Auditorium in March 2017, date TBA.
Performances
March 17, 18, & 19, 2017
Friday and Saturday at 7pm, Sunday at 2pm
at The Middle School at Parkside Kiesel Auditorium
Contact
Youth Theater Committee Chair Doug Meyers at drmeyers14@sbcglobal.net or 517-783-1468.
Read-through & Mandatory Parent Meeting will be held Monday January 23, 2017 at 4:30pm. Regular rehearsals will be Monday-Thursday 4:30pm-6:00pm starting Tuesday January 24, 2017 at Jackson's First Presbyterian Church, 743 W. Michigan Ave. Jackson, MI 49201. Rehearsals will move to the Middle School at Parkside's Auditorium in March 2017, date TBA.
Performances
March 17, 18, & 19, 2017
Friday and Saturday at 7pm, Sunday at 2pm
at The Middle School at Parkside Kiesel Auditorium
Contact
Youth Theater Committee Chair Doug Meyers at drmeyers14@sbcglobal.net or 517-783-1468.
Registration for the 9th Annual Youth Singing Competition!
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About the Competition
January 20, 2017 at 7:00pm
at Northwest High School's Cafetorium
6900 Rives Junction Rd. Jackson, MI 49201
at Northwest High School's Cafetorium
6900 Rives Junction Rd. Jackson, MI 49201
Registration for Competitors
$25 per act due by January 6, 2017
$25 per act due by January 6, 2017
Spectator Tickets
$5 per person (Sold at the door only, cash or credit/debit)
$5 per person (Sold at the door only, cash or credit/debit)
Three Competition Categories
Children: Age 12 and under
Teen: Age 13 through 12th grade
Group: Any ages/age combinations, must have 2 or more participants
Prizes
Awarded to the top 3 places in each category
Judges
Ann Holt, Jackie Livesay, and Stephen Murphy
Judging Criteria
Tonal Quality: Support, tension, focus and resonance, projection, vowel placement
Breath: Depth and expansion, support, breath management/phrasing, posture
Musical Elements: Pitch, rhythmic/rest, intonation, tempo and pulse consistency, memorization, dynamics and phrasing
Presentation: Pronunciation/articulations, expressiveness, stage presence/poise, syllabic stress
Children: Age 12 and under
Teen: Age 13 through 12th grade
Group: Any ages/age combinations, must have 2 or more participants
Prizes
Awarded to the top 3 places in each category
Judges
Ann Holt, Jackie Livesay, and Stephen Murphy
Judging Criteria
Tonal Quality: Support, tension, focus and resonance, projection, vowel placement
Breath: Depth and expansion, support, breath management/phrasing, posture
Musical Elements: Pitch, rhythmic/rest, intonation, tempo and pulse consistency, memorization, dynamics and phrasing
Presentation: Pronunciation/articulations, expressiveness, stage presence/poise, syllabic stress
Piano, accompanist, and microphones will be provided.
Each contestant is limited to a single musical number whether performing as a group or individually.
There is a limit of 20 slots determined by first come, first served.
Registration form and fee must be mailed by January 6, 2017 to Becky Onnen at the following address:
Center Stage Jackson, Attn: Becky Onnen
PO Box 822, Jackson, MI 49204
Each contestant is limited to a single musical number whether performing as a group or individually.
There is a limit of 20 slots determined by first come, first served.
Registration form and fee must be mailed by January 6, 2017 to Becky Onnen at the following address:
Center Stage Jackson, Attn: Becky Onnen
PO Box 822, Jackson, MI 49204
Any questions regarding the competition may be directed to Becky Onnen, Competition Director.
Email: mooleeboo@gmail.com
Call: 517-945-8821
Email: mooleeboo@gmail.com
Call: 517-945-8821
Saturday, December 24, 2016
Auditions at The Sauk in Jonesville
The Sauk will hold auditions for the March/April 2017 production of "Doubt, A Parable" at 7 p.m. on Monday, February 13 and Tuesday, February 14. Please prepare a 1-2 minute dramatic monologue from a play. Auditions will also consist of readings from the script. Auditions are open to anyone age 18 and up. No experience necessary. More information can be found at www.thesauk.org/
Friday, December 23, 2016
Dear Apprehensive About Auditioning
Although the auditions announced in this press release are past, the message continues to be relevant. It's about the importance of showing up.
Katie Meyers
Administrative Director
Center Stage Jackson
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Administrative Director
Center Stage Jackson
Tuesday, December 20, 2016
New book tells story of Croswell’s first 150 years
The story of the Croswell Opera House’s first 150 years is told in a new book, “Behind the Curtain: 150 Years at Michigan’s Oldest Theater.”
The 246-page book, written by Croswell director of marketing and audience development Erik Gable, includes more than 300 photos and illustrations, many of them never before published. In addition to material from the Croswell archives and the local history collections at the Adrian District Library and Lenawee County Historical Museum, it includes information drawn from archives in Ann Arbor, Detroit and Lansing.
It begins with the story of the Croswell’s construction in post-Civil War Adrian and includes stories about the local groups and touring companies that performed on its stage in the early days. In addition, readers will learn about the many other roles the theater has played — including becoming a roller rink for one week in 1876 and serving as a hospital after the Lenawee County Fair grandstand collapsed in 1879.
The book then discusses the Croswell’s days as a movie theater, including how patrons raised more than $1 million to support the war effort during World War II, before moving into the modern era. The story of how the Croswell was saved from likely destruction in the 1960s is accompanied by photos from many of the theater’s productions over the past 50 years.
The book also includes a foreword by Tobin Ost, a Tony Award-nominated scenic designer who grew up in Adrian and got his start designing shows at the Croswell.
“Behind the Curtain: 150 Years at Michigan’s Oldest Theater” sells for $42 and may be purchased at the Croswell’s business office, 123 E. Maumee St., Adrian, or online at croswell.org/book.
Sunday, September 11, 2016
Youth Theatre Auditions
Youth Theater Auditions for Play Alice@Wonderland This Week!
Tomorrow September 12 and Wednesday September 14th Center Stage Jackson's Youth Theater program will be holding auditions for the play Alice@Wonderland !
What would happen if a 21st century Alice collided
with Lewis Carroll’s legendary Wonderland? This modern retelling of
the classic children’s story has all of the characters you know and
love, including the Mad Hatter, the White Rabbit and the Queen of
Hearts. The story is laid out in traditional style, except that Alice is
distinctly contemporary, complete with cell phone in hand. Full of
references to text messaging and social media, the play imagines a
present-day Alice encountering the Wonderland so
many of us treasure. A sharply told, crisply paced ride, this quality
adaptation has been praised for its humor, modern style and appeal to
both children and adults.
Audition Dates: Monday September 12 -OR- Wednesday September 14, 2016 (you need only come to one audition).
Audition Time: Promptly starting at 4:30pm
Audition Location: Jackson's First Presbyterian Church
743 W. Michigan Ave. Jackson, MI 49201
(Park in the rear of the church and follow the signs!)
What to Prepare: Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script. No preparation necessary. Newbies welcome!
Note: Rehearsals will be twice weekly on Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:30pm until 6:00pm beginning Monday September 19th at Jackson's First Presbyterian Church.
This is a Youth Theater play directed by Bob Bullock that will be performed November 18, 19, and 20th at Jackson's First Presbyterian Church.
Center Stage Jackson's Youth Theater program is for Jackson County students that are in 3rd through 9th grade (no exceptions). To see our Frequently Asked Questions page, click here.
There is no cost to participate in Youth Theater, however, all first-time participants will be required to purchase a Ben Nye makeup kit for $20 that can be re-used in subsequent shows and lasts for roughly four productions. There is usually a t-shirt produced for each show that is available for purchase and DVDs of the show are also available but these items are strictly optional.
Contact: Producer Doug Meyers at drmeyers14@sbcglobal.net.
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