Audition Information
During the German occupation of Denmark in World War II, the Nazis closed down Jewish-owned businesses and began to round up the Jews for relocation to concentration camps for the final solution. Danish freedom fighters of all ages risked everything in daring, hurried attempts to rescue the entire Jewish population. In this stirring new play, young Annemarie and Kirsti Johansen face soldiers, interrogations, fierce dogs, personal danger, the loss of loved ones and their own fears as they try to help their friend Ellen Rosen escape across the ocean to Sweden and safely. Courage, faith, ingenuity and even their fledgling acting skills eventually win the day. All the drama, pathos, adventure, terror and humor that have made Number the Stars a national best seller (and winner of the Newberry Award and the American Library Association Book of the Year Award) come to life in this powerful adaptation.
Who
is Directing
Brandy Bond will be directing. Brandy last worked with SCTC as the Assistant Director of
The Wind in the Willows
Audition Date and Time
Heritage Church, 2100 N. Bryan, Shawnee, OK
August 24 from 4-6 pm
August 25 from 9-11 am
Heritage Church, 2100 N. Bryan, Shawnee
It is important that you arrive about 15 minutes
early to fill out the necessary paperwork. Please
be prepared to stay for the entire audition.
Performance Information
Production dates:
October 12-13 at 7:30 pm
October 13 at 2:30 pm
Location TBA
What Should I Expect At The Audition?
The director is looking for several things. Some of those are imagination, energy,
enthusiasm, stage presence, self-control, and the ability to take direction and
get along with others. When you
get to the auditions, you’ll need to sign in with the stage manager. The audition itself will consist of
getting to know each other, exercising our imaginations, and reading from the
script. That’s about all there is
to it!
What Roles Are Available?
| CHARACTER | GENDER | AGE |
| Annemarie Johansen | Girl |
14 |
| Ellen Rosen |
Girl |
14 |
| Kristie Johansen |
girl | 10 |
| The Giraffe - German Soldier |
Boy | 15-18 |
| Mrs. Inge Johansen |
Girl | 15-18 |
| Mrs. Sophy Rosen |
Girl | 15-18 |
| Papa johansen |
Boy | 15-18 |
| Peter Neilsen..... | Boy |
14-18 |
| Soldier |
Boy |
15-18 |
| Klampenborg Soldier |
Boy | 15-18 |
| Uncle Hernik Knudsen |
Boy | 15-18 |
| Couple with a baby |
Boy/Girl | 15-18 |
| Man with a beard |
Boy | 15-18 |
| Samuel Hirsch |
Boy | 14 |
| Mr. Rosen |
Boy | 15-18 |
| German Officer |
Boy | 15-18 |
What Is The Rehearsal Schedule?
Rehearsals begin August 27 at 4 pm at Heritage Church. We
will rehearse Monday through Friday from 4:00 - 6:00 pm. You need to arrive 10
minutes early to be ready to begin right on time. Beginning the week of
production we will be rehearsing where we
will be performing. A tentative Key
Dates Calendar will be made available to you at the auditions. Some
Saturdays may be scheduled for creating the other elements of the production
including the scenery, costumes, and props. This information will be available
on the Key Dates Calendar available at the auditions.
What If I Have Conflicts With The Schedule?
A tentative Key Dates Calendar is provided at
the audition. You will be able to list all activities that conflict with the
rehearsal schedule, especially those that cannot be moved or missed. The
Director will do her best to honor scheduling conflicts if they are listed on
your audition form.
Wear comfortable clothing that allows you to move freely.
Please wear closed-toe shoes.
What Do I Bring To The Auditions?
Bring all of the audition forms you have downloaded
and printed out from our website, including the Key Dates Calendar.
How Will I Know If I Am In The Play?
We will e-mail everyone who auditioned to let them
know the results of the casting. We will also post the cast list on the
website: www.thesctc.org
What If I Would Rather Work backstage?
If you would rather work “behind the curtain” we
have some exciting news for you! We are ready to help you learn the craft of
theatre firsthand. On the audition form, fill out your information and look for
the section where you can tell us what you would like to do. We have lots of areas that you might
like to learn such as scene design, makeup design, costume design and props.
Where can I get a copy of some of the audition readings?
We have included a selection of audition readings for you if you would like to prepare before-hand. You do not need to have any of these memorized! Click HERE for a downloadable PDF.