Audition Dates:
Sunday, July 7, 2024 from 7-10 PM
Monday, July 8, 2024 from 7-10 PM
The Wizard of Oz is the perfect holiday treat for family and friends! Come follow the Yellow Brick Road in this musical extravaganza that is sure to be a huge hit this season. This is the Royal Shakespeare Company version that premiered in 1987 and includes the additional verse of “Over the Rainbow” as well as “The Jitterbug” which was cut from the 1939 film version. This full version will be performed at Manatee Performing Arts Center for the very first time.
-The Wizard of Oz opens Thursday, December 5, 2024, and is scheduled for a two-week run. The show may be extended if there is a demand.
-Rehearsals are scheduled to begin the week of October 6th. The exact start date will be determined after auditions are completed, but note that there will be rehearsals over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend.
The Wizard of Oz is open to children aged 6 and up. The child must turn 6 prior to October 1st.
General Information
-Auditions begin at 7 PM each night.
-Actors audition in the order they arrive.
-You should prepare a song in your key and be ready for any movement portion of the audition that the director may require.
-Anyone being called back will be notified that night of the callback time and date. Not being called back does NOT mean that you are not being considered for a role.
-If you wish to submit a video audition, please email it to Rick Kerby at artisticdirector@manateeperformingartscenter.com. Video submissions must be received before 4 PM Friday, July 5th.
-These are non-paid volunteer roles in all shows.
-You must be 13 or older to audition for an adult role.
All auditions are held at the Manatee Performing Arts Center, 502 Third Avenue West in downtown Bradenton.
Commitment
Please note that by auditioning, you are obligating yourself to a considerable rehearsal and performance process. Please be certain that you are willing and able to make this commitment.
Location:
Manatee Performing Arts Center
502 Third Avenue West
Bradenton, FL 34205
Additional FREE Parking
401 7th Street West
Bradenton, FL 34205
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