Everyone is welcome, no experience necessary! (Ages 6-99)

We are holding general auditions for Masquerade Production's upcoming season, Friday, February 3rd, 2012 from 5 to 10pm at the Eau Claire Market Community Room

Please prepare 2 contrasting songs (or 2 monologues if you are going for a non-singing role) from a musical with a backing/instrumental track, there will not be an accompanist at the audition.

Please email/reply to this ad to schedule a spot for the audition, or call Michelle at (403)771-3913

Planned Productions:

Children of War (a GB, KP & IN Collaboration) -This Summer/Fall-Negotiable show dates, reprises planned

The Canadian premiere of a moving and extremely powerful musical about an orphaned gang of children and young adults wandering somewhere in war ravaged Europe. With the help of music they are able to find their own humanity and a beautiful life once again.

The Jungle Book (musical) -March 17th, 18th (4 shows)

The half-length (One Act) version of Kipling's timeless tale of the young Mowgli, a little boy raised among wolves, it's sure to store a great message for adults and children alike. -Please note, this will be a fundraiser show, and it is NOT the Disney version

For additional information please visit www.wix.com/masqueradeprod/main

Please note that this is a recreational experience as it is community theatre.

There are a number of roles available in both productions.

Children of War:

Tower (Male, 18-30): A man with a troubled past. He grew up in the correctional facility, but deep down his heart is in the right place and he seeks peace above all else. Determined, leader type, the true hero that the children depend on. (Baritone-Tenor)

The Old Man (Male, 35-99): A wise composer who brings humanity back into the lives of the scattered children. Peaceful man of Faith, with many lessons to teach to the audience. (Baritone)

Hushy (Child,7-11):The youngest but bravest among the children. An abandoned little boy (girls will be considered), with a great hope that tomorrow will be better. Not afraid of danger, believing in the goodness of people.(Singing part)

Foppy (Male, 14-28): A confused young man who has trouble adapting to a peaceful way of life. Deep down he is good, but often comes off as a negative character throughout the play. (Baritone/Tenor but must be able to sing in falsetto and be ok with crossdressing)

The Uniform (Male, 20-45): cold hearted soldier, the ultimate antagonist of the play. He believes in justice without reason. (Singing optional)

Freckles (Boy, 10-15): Older but smaller boy (girl may be consiered), an other correctional facility child, with a haunted past,one of the key members of the group. (Tenor/Alto)

Pumpkin (Girl, 7-12): A little girl from a French ambassador's family. A symbol of purity and innocence even through the harshest times.( Mezzo-Soprano/Soprano)

Professor (Boy, 9-13):Pumpkin's brother, a walking-talking dictionary (Nerdy). Singing part (Must be able to speak with a French accent)

Gent (Boy, 7-14): Part of the gang, a dreamer, no individual talking parts but sings part of a duet.

Cheapo (Boy, 12-16): A significant member of the gang, feisty, several of the children look up to him. (girls may be considered for the part) Mainly a spoken role but does sing with the group.

Hick (Boy, 13-18, Tall): A boy damaged by war, nevertheless strong and brave.Mainly a spoken role but does sing with the group.

Soldier (Male, 20-99): Acts as a minor setback on the children's journey, comic character. (singing optional)

Teacher (Male, 20-99): Older, wiser character, wanting peace but choosing to have more of a spectator seat in the war. Singing optional as part of the ensemble.

Chauffeur (Male, 20-99): The Uniform's right hand. A negative character through most of the play, but at the end chooses to side with the others. Singing optional as part of the ensemble.

Wanderers (Children and teens, 6-25): The children journeying through War ravaged Europe. Singing required.

Europeans:Ensemble of any age or gender, singing required.

The Jungle Book

Mowgli (14-25, male): Youthful and eager to learn about the ways of the world. (tenor)

Asha (13-25, female): A brave young lady that teaches Mowgli how to live amongst men. (soprano)

Bagheera (17-45, female): A black panther, “mother” and protector to Mowgli. (alto, mezzo)

Baloo (16-99, male or female): The wise old bear, Mowgli’s mentor and teacher. (baritone/alto)

Kaa: (14 -35, male or female): The great boa constrictor, must be a versatile actor (tenor, alto)

Shere-Khan (16-40, male): A threatening tiger. Mowgli's lifelong enemy.(baritone/tenor)

Chil: (14-50, male or female): a jazzy vulture. (baritone, tenor, alto)

Akela: (16-99, male) Mowgli's adopted father, the leader of the wolf pack. (Baritone)

Rama (18-99, male): Leader of the men, singing optional.

Little Mowgli (6-12, boy): A human child, accepted into the wolfpack and raised as their own. Singing required.

Woman of the tribe (13-50): Solo part in opening song, ensemble roles as well.(Strong alto/belt)

Monkeys, Vultures, Wolves, Men, Women, etc...:(any age and gender) Various speaking and group singing parts.