Local actors star in this merry musical, following a week-long residency with Missoula’s talented actors and directors. Approximately 50 to 60 local children will bring this full-scale production to life on stage.
The audition for the Missoula Children's Theatre production of Robin Hood will be held on Monday, January 12, 2009 at 4 p.m. at the Weinberg Center for the Arts in downtown, Frederick. There are roles available for students Kindergarten through 12th grade. Approximately 50-60 local students will be cast to appear in the show with the MCT Tour Actor/Director. There is no guarantee that everyone who auditions will be cast in the play. Students wishing to audition must arrive by the scheduled starting time and stay for the entire two-hour session. The first rehearsal begins approximately 15-30 minutes after the audition. Please note, this is a group audition and no advance preparation is necessary. Students should come ready to have a good time! No Phone calls Please!
Rehearsals will be conducted Tuesday, January 13th through Friday, January 16th from 4:30 p.m. until 9 p.m. at the Weinberg Center for the Arts. Although not all cast members will be needed at every session, those auditioning must have a clear schedule for the entire week and if selected, be able to attend all rehearsals required for their role. A detailed rehearsal schedule will be distributed at the conclusion of the audition. Cast members scheduled for the full 4½ hours of rehearsal will be asked to bring a sack lunch, dinner or snack.
The performances of Robin Hood will be held on Saturday, January 17th at 3 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. at the Weinberg Center. The students in the cast will be called for dress rehearsal before the performance that day. All those cast must be available for all scheduled performances.
The Missoula Children's Theatre is a non-profit organization based in Missoula, Montana. This coming year more than 65,000 cast members across the globe will take to the stage to the delight and applause of their families, friends, community, neighbors and teachers! The residency in Frederick is made possible by the Weinberg Center for the Arts.
