[NEohioPAL] AUDITIONS this weekend for Imaginators and other Performers

[Rachael Endrizzi]

Spark Theatre Company is seeking performers for its upcoming touring
production of *The Imaginators* by Dwayne Hartford and for its Annual
Fundraiser *Ignite the Night*.

*WHEN:*
Saturday, February 29th, 4pm-7pm
Monday, March 2nd, 6pm-9pm

*WHERE:*
Stocker Center, Cirigliano Studio Theatre
1005 N. Abbe Rd., Elyria, OH 44035

*HOW*

Reserve an audition space by emailing SparkTheatre4Youth at gmail.comwith your
preferred time slot. Walk Ups will be seen as time permits.


*IGNITE THE NIGHT PERFORMERS*

*Ignite the Night *is Spark's Annual Fundraising event, celebrating the
arts, artists and raising money for arts assemblies throughout NE Ohio. The
evening features singers, dancers, improvisation, and more. We are seeking
performers who are interested in performing a piece of their choosing in
any performing arts medium. This can include magicians, juggling acts,
puppetry, poetry, cabaret performances and more. Solo artists and larger
acts are all welcome. Performances should be family-friendly (roughly PG
rated) although do not need to be tailored to children.


*Rehearsal/Performances:* Those selected to perform will need to have
availability on March 21st from 6-9pm for the event, and be able to arrive
earlier on that date for any rehearsal, mic check, set-up that may be
needed.


*Compensation:* There is no compensation available for this event, but
performers will receive complimentary tickets to event for themselves and a
guest. This includes complimentary food, beverages and entertainment.


*Prepare:* Please be prepared to demonstrate what you intend to perform at
the event (stand up routine, song, etc.), no accompaniment will be
provided. For larger acts (performance troupes, choirs, bands) who are
interested, please email Rachael at SparkTheatre4Youth at gmail.com to send
work samples instead of auditioning in person.


*THE IMAGINATORS*

*The Imaginators*, by Dwayne Hartford is the story of three children and
the power of imagination. Anne and Tim have just moved to a new town and
struggle to make new friends. Through a new neighbor, the children discover
their own strengths, the value of cooperation, and the unlimited power of
their imaginations as they figure out how to defeat an imaginary monster!
The play reminds children and adults alike never to lose their sense of
play and creativity.


*AVAILABLE ROLES:*

Timothy- played as male, any ethnicity/type. Must be at least 18, to play a
child. An imaginative young boy who moves to a new town with his sister
Anne. He is prone to playing make-believe and telling stories. He’s usually
out-going but does get pushed around easily by both Nina and Anne.


Anne- played as female, any ethnicity/type. Must be at least 18, to play a
child. Tim’s older sister. She has also moved to a new town and looks
forward to meeting the popular girls in her new school. She loves to work
on her computer and get good grades. She is easily annoyed by her younger
brother, Tim, and thinks playing make-believe is a bit childish.


Nina- played as female, any ethnicity/type. Must be at least 18, to play a
child. Nina is an eccentric young girl who loves making things up. She has
a huge imagination and heart, but struggles to make friends in school. She
befriends her new neighbors, Timothy and Anne, and leads their new group,
“The Imaginators” on an epic adventure.


William- played as male, any ethnicity/type. Must be at least 18, to play a
teenager. Nina’s older brother who spends much of his time looking for his
little sister. Nina hides from him, telling her new friends he is actually
a monster in disguise. In the end, he’s a pretty normal big brother.

*Rehearsals: *April 13th-May 4th based on actor availability. Rehearsals
can be worked around actors' schedules, particularly for college students.


*Performances: **May 4th- 29th, 2020. *Weekdays during school hours as
in-school assemblies throughout NE Ohio. Most performances are in Lorain
County, though also occasionally occur in Cuyahoga, Summit and Medina
counties. Tours are open for booking throughout the full touring schedule,
but many days may not be booked. Actors can expect to perform about 15
shows total throughout those dates.


*Compensation: *Actors are paid of stipend of $500. Transportation to
schools and/or transportation reimbursement is also provided by Spark
Theatre Company.

*Prepare: *Actors are asked to prepare a short, comedic or storytelling
monologue and/or be prepared to read from the script. If you would like to
read sides instead of preparing a monologue, please include that in your
email and we will send sides to you. Please bring a headshot and resume as
well as any potential conflicts.


Auditions are open to actors ages 18 and up. Actors hired will undergo a
federal background check through the Elyria Board of Education. Please
note: Actors will need to have weekday, daytime availability (school hours)
for performances May 4th-29th but rehearsal hours can be flexible/evenings
to accommodate actors’ schedules, particularly college students.

-- 
Rachael Endrizzi
Producing Artistic Director
Spark Theatre Company
*www.SparkTheatre4Youth.org <http://www.SparkTheatre4Youth.org>*
440-707-6887
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