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West Side Story Audition Feb. 11 in KC

By January 3, 2017News

The Western Playhouse of Missouri Western State University is seeking Equity/non-Equity triple threat performers for roles in West Side Story.

Audition Dates:

Kansas City, MO

February 11, 2017

9AM-7PM (Visit www.westernplayhouse.com to complete application and schedule audition time.) Performers will be asked to attend a dance call at 12:00PM or 5:00PM

Location: Fishtank Performance Studio

1715 Wyandotte

Kansas City, MO  64108

St. Joseph, MO

February 12, 2017

9AM-7PM (Visit www.westernplayhouse.com to complete application and schedule audition time.)

Performers will be asked to attend a dance call at 1:00PM

Location: Potter Hall Theatre

Missouri Western State University

4525 Downs Drive

St. Joseph, MO 64507

* Equity members who are unable to schedule a time please contact Bob Willenbrink, Producing                  

   Director (816) 271-4515 who will make arrangements for you.

 *In case of inclement weather auditions will be rescheduled for February 26-27, 2017.

Preparation:

Please prepare 16-32 bars of a traditional musical theatre song that best shows your skills. Also please have a contrasting musical song (stylistically, range, etc.) in case it is requested. Accompanist will be provided. Prepare a short monologue. Please bring your headshot and resume.

Dance Call:

Women: Form fitting dance attire and character heels.

(Those called back for Anybodys will be asked to dance with the Men in flat shoes)

Men: Dance attire and jazz flats or sneakers.

For a list of available roles, additional information and/or questions visit www.westernplayhouse.com or contact Bob Willenbrink, Producing Director at bobwillenbrink@westernplayhouse.com or (816) 271-4515.

Artistic Personnel

Director: Bob Willenbrink

Choreographers: Dasa Hayes and Katie Blessing

Musical Director: Lory Lacy

First Rehearsal: May 22, 2017 Performance Dates: June 16-18 and 22-24.