Entertainment : Act I Announces Auditions for Genevieve's Nutcracker

ACT I of Benton County is thrilled to introduce its own theatrical version of the beloved NUTCRACKER classic.

With an original script incorporating speaking as well as dancing roles, the production will be presented at the Palace Theatre Nov. 18-20 as part of Vinton's annual holiday downtown celebration.

Afternoon staging and dance rehearsals will take place at the Palace in June to set the production. Brush up rehearsals will resume on Sundays in October/November in preparation for performance.

AUDITION DATES/TIMES AT THE PALACE THEATRE

*Choose either night to audition
*Please arrive 15 minutes early to complete audition forms

WEDNESDAY, MAY 25th
6:00-6:30 pm speaking roles
6:30-7:30 pm dancing roles

THURSDAY, MAY 26th
6:00-6:30 pm speaking roles
6:30-7:30 dancing roles

ROLES TO BE CAST: (All roles are open. No previous experience is needed)

Speaking Roles:
GENEVIEVE MITCHELL- about 6 years old
HARRY MITCHELL- her brother, 7-10 years old
MARIE MITCHELL- her teen sister
GRANDMA BAXTER
GRANDPA BAXTER

Dancing Roles:
CLARA- Age 9 to 11
NUTCRACKER PRINCE- Age 9 to 11
FRITZ- Clara's mischievous brother
PARTY GUESTS- Ages 8-11, at least six guests to be cast
MOUSE QUEEN- Teen
MICE- ChildrenSOLDIERS- ChildrenTREES- Teen, contemporary dance styleCHOCOLATE, PEPPERMINT, AND CUPCAKE DANCERS- Child or Teen, various stylesSUGAR PLUM FAIRY- Teen toe ballet soloist