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<div style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><EM><B><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: red; FONT-SIZE: 36pt">Annie </SPAN></B></EM><FONT size=3><STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black">Based on the comic strip "Little Orphan Annie"</SPAN></STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 10pt"><o:p></o:p></SPAN></FONT></div>
<div style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><FONT size=3><STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black"> Book by Thomas Meehan Music by Charles Strouse Lyrics by Martin Charnin</SPAN></STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 10pt"><o:p></o:p></SPAN></FONT></div>
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<div style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><FONT size=3><STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black">Separate audition dates will be held for Children and Adults for this production which opens Dec. 7th and closes </SPAN></STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 10pt"><o:p></o:p></SPAN></FONT></div>
<div style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><FONT size=3><STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black">Jan. 6th. Rehearsals will begin in late October.</SPAN></STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 10pt"><o:p></o:p></SPAN></FONT></div>
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<div style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><FONT size=3><STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black">One or two AEA contracts (Guest Artist) will be available. All actors 18 and over are paid a stipend for their</SPAN></STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 10pt"><o:p></o:p></SPAN></FONT></div>
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<div style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><STRONG><U><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 13.5pt">Children's Auditions</SPAN></U></STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 10pt"><o:p></o:p></SPAN></div>
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<div style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><FONT size=3><EM><B><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: red">"ANNIE"</SPAN></B></EM><STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black"> features 7 ORPHAN roles for young actresses, including the title role. We are looking for young female</SPAN></STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 10pt"><o:p></o:p></SPAN></FONT></div>
<div style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><FONT size=3><STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black">performers who can pass for between 7 and 12 years of age. NO children under 7 will be eligible for this</SPAN></STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 10pt"><o:p></o:p></SPAN></FONT></div>
<div style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><FONT size=3><STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black">production. Older children who can realistically pass for 12 are permitted to audition.</SPAN></STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 10pt"><o:p></o:p></SPAN></FONT></div>
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<div style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><FONT size=3><STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black">Auditions for Orphan roles will be held on one day only......</SPAN></STRONG><STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: blue">Sat. Sept. 15th between NOON and 4PM</SPAN></STRONG><STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black">. Parents should</SPAN></STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 10pt"><o:p></o:p></SPAN></FONT></div>
<div style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><FONT size=3><STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black">call 216-521-2540 x10 to make a 5 minute appointment. Please arrive 15 to 20 minutes before your appointment time </SPAN></STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 10pt"><o:p></o:p></SPAN></FONT></div>
<div style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><FONT size=3><STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black">fill out some paperwork.</SPAN></STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 10pt"><o:p></o:p></SPAN></FONT></div>
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<div style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><FONT size=3><STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black">PREPARATION: Children are encouraged to prepare one 30 to 60 second song. Singing to accompaniment is preferred, so please bring sheet music in your key. An accompanist will be provided. If you do not have sheet music, an "A Capella" audition is permitted.</SPAN></STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 10pt"><o:p></o:p></SPAN></FONT></div>
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<div style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><FONT size=3><STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black">The rehearsal process will be a busy one and a sizable time commitment. Parents are encouraged to look at</SPAN></STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 10pt"><o:p></o:p></SPAN></FONT></div>
<div style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><FONT size=3><STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black">their child's schedule to see if there is ample opportunity to fully participate in this project. Conflicts will weigh</SPAN></STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 10pt"><o:p></o:p></SPAN></FONT></div>
<div style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><FONT size=3><STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black">heavily in the selection process. NO CONFLICTS can be entertained from Nov. 27th to Jan. 6th.</SPAN></STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 10pt"><o:p></o:p></SPAN></FONT></div>
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<div style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><FONT size=3><STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black">All roles are open with the exception of Daddy Warbucks. AEA actors are welcome. </SPAN></STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 10pt"><o:p></o:p></SPAN></FONT></div>
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<div style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><FONT size=3><STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black">Audition Dates are: </SPAN></STRONG><STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: blue">Sunday, Sept. 16th and Monday, Sept. 17th from 6PM to 8PM either day</SPAN></STRONG><STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black">. Appointments</SPAN></STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 10pt"><o:p></o:p></SPAN></FONT></div>
<div style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><FONT size=3><STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black">can be made by calling 216-521-2540 x10. </SPAN></STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 10pt"><o:p></o:p></SPAN></FONT></div>
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<div style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><FONT size=3><STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black">Please prepare one 60 to 90 second musical theater selection that shows your power and range. Bring sheet </SPAN></STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 10pt"><o:p></o:p></SPAN></FONT></div>
<div style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><FONT size=3><STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black">music in your key. An accompanist will be provided. A Capella auditions are discouraged.</SPAN></STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 10pt"><o:p></o:p></SPAN></FONT></div>
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<div style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><FONT size=3><STRONG><U><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black">A sidenote</SPAN></U></STRONG><STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black">: While "ANNIE" is almost considered cliche' in much of the acting community, I can tell you from</SPAN></STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 10pt"><o:p></o:p></SPAN></FONT></div>
<div style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><FONT size=3><STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black">experience that it is actually a) a VERY well-constructed piece of musical theatre and b) an absolute blast</SPAN></STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 10pt"><o:p></o:p></SPAN></FONT></div>
<div style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><FONT size=3><STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black">to perform from Ensemble to Lead. Don't underrate it!</SPAN></STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 10pt"><o:p></o:p></SPAN></FONT></div>
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<div style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><FONT size=3><STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black">questions, please reply to this e-mail. Every effort will be made to respond as soon as possible.</SPAN></STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 10pt"><o:p></o:p></SPAN></FONT></div>
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