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Sunday, December 13, 2009

Final Day for Peanuts Auditions

Today's the last day for young people to audition for two musicals based on the Peanuts comic strip.

Here's the info:
The First Stage Theatre Company will hold auditions Sunday, Dec. 13 for two musicals based on the beloved comic strip Peanuts. Auditions for You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown and Snoopy!!! will be held Sunday, Dec. 13 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Pea Ridge United Methodist Church at 5747 E. Pea Ridge Road in Huntington.

Casting is available for young actors in grades 3-12. There are multiple parts with all different varieties of skills.

Those auditioning will be provided scripts to read aloud. Performers should be prepared to sing a 30-second song selection. There will be a pianist, or performers may use an accompaniment tape or CD (with no vocals). Performers will also be taught a short dance, so please wear comfortable clothing and appropriate shoes.

The musical You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown was the first production ever staged by First Stage Theatre in 1990, and it was last presented on the organization’s 10th anniversary in 2000. This production is part of the group’s 20th Anniversary celebration.

The show is based on the popular Charles M. Schulz comic strip, and includes Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus, Schroeder, Sally and Pigpen. The musical Snoopy!!! is the musical sequel, and offers more adventures of the Peanuts gang.

You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown and Snoopy!!! will be performed March 18-21 and March 25-28, 2010 at the Jean Carlo Stephenson Auditorium located in Huntington’s City Hall. For more information, call 304-416-KIDS (5437).

The First Stage Theatre Company is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing an educational, developmental experience for young people through the performing arts.
These are great shows - I can't wait to see them!

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