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This Tony Award-winning drama is based on the true life of Joseph (“John”) Merrick, a medical mystery of Victorian England who toured Europe as a freak show attraction. His shocking disfigurement afforded him little social contact, apart from the gawking of onlookers indulging their own morbid curiosity. When an esteemed doctor takes Merrick into his care, he begins to see past the Elephant Man’s unsightliness, discovering a remarkable intellect, heart and hunger for human connection. The role of Merrick calls for his malformation to be conveyed through the actor’s physicality, without the aid of makeup or prosthetics—a poignant allusion to what lies below the surface.
The Grinch returns bigger, meaner and greener to steal Christmas in Nashville, TN! This record-setting Broadway sensation features the hit songs “You’re A Mean One, Mr. Grinch” and “Welcome Christmas” from the original animated television special. Max the Dog narrates as the mean and scheming Grinch, whose heart is “two sizes too small,” decides to steal Christmas away from the Holiday loving Whos. Magnificent sets and costumes inspired by Dr. Seuss’ original illustrations transport audiences to the whimsical world of Whoville, as this sparkling production breathes new life into this timeless story of the true meaning of Christmas.
Don’t miss what The New York Times calls “AN EXTRAORDINARY PERFORMANCE! 100 times better than any bedside story.”
The Williamson County Parks and Recreation Department’s award-winning children’s theatre group, the Star Bright Players, present open auditions for “Chitty Chitty Bang Bang” on Sunday, September 18 at Freedom Middle School Theatre, 750 Highway 96 West. Auditions for new participants in Star Bright will be from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., followed by returning Star Bright Player auditions from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
For this production, all children must be age 7 through high school seniors at the time of the audition. Children may arrive anytime during these time periods, but must be prepared to wait. The director is looking for children who are vocal and expressive. Children will need to be able to sing a song in the Musical Theatre genre and may bring sheet music or a CD/iPod with music to sing along with if they choose. Some children may be “called back” for a second audition to be held on Monday, September 19 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Freedom Middle School.
“Chitty Chitty Bang Bang” is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. Production dates will be December 1-4.
Rehearsals for “Chitty Chitty Band Bang” will be held at Freedom Middle School on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday evenings from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. for nine weeks. If cast, children must be able to meet the commitments of this rehearsal schedule. There is a $75 activity fee for all children cast in the show (includes costume rental and cast t-shirt).
For more information regarding auditions, rehearsals or performances contact Janey Mason at (615) 302-0971, ext. 2216.
Williamson County Parks and Recreation is a public organization, here to benefit the community. Anyone may register for and participate in the department’s programs, teams, classes and events. For program registration, pass purchasing or additional information, visit www.wcparksandrec.com. You may also receive department information by “liking” Williamson County Parks and Recreation on Facebook; following us on Twitter at @wc_parksandrec or Instagram at @willcoparksandrec or on Pinterest or YouTube.