Cast List Posted and Children's Auditions Update!

If you haven't already, PLEASE click on over to our CAST LIST page to see our fantastic cast list.  Thank you again to all that auditioned this year - we were so honored with such an over abundance of talent it about busted our buttons.

KIDS AUDITIONS!

Remember that kids auditions are tomorrow! If you or someone you know has kids interested in auditioning for Wizard of Oz, it is this weekend!! Email Gil Opferman at gil.ann1@mchsi.com to get an audition time.  If you have emailed Gil and not heard back, we had some faulty email addresses floating around so we apologize.  It's not too late!

Also...we recommend you get to the Center for the Arts approximately one half hour before your audition time.  Doors open at 7:00!  If you still need a copy of audition music ("Ding, Dong The Witch Is Dead") you can find a printable download HERE.

We hope to see you tomorrow, and break a leg!

Thank You, Thank You Very Much.

A tremendously huge thank you to everyone that came out to audition over the past few weekends.  We had an amazing turnout of over 300 people and were consistently amazed at the talent that the central Illinois area has to offer.  We can not thank you enough for taking time out of your busy lives to audition for us, and we hope that it was a great experience for each and every one of you.

We wish that we could cast you all, but the Muni stage can only hold so many people at a time. 

We will be holding our callbacks for certain roles tomorrow (Sunday, March 13th) and adult casting will take place the evening of Monday, March 14th.  We will post our cast list (minus the munchkins who will be cast at next week's children's auditions) to this blog as soon as it is completed, so we encourage you to check here often to keep up to date.

Again, thank you all for your time and energy.  We hope that even if you are not cast in a show this season that you will come out and volunteer - there are many fun ways to be part of the Muni family.  And we also hope that you KEEP AUDITIONING!

Always reach for the moon....even if you miss, you'll still be among the stars!!

Oh...and thanks to you, we won't have to resort to casting these kids:

One Day More!

Only ONE MORE DAY to come out and audition to be a part of this year's exciting season at the Springfield Muni Opera.  Whether or not you audition for The Wizard Of Oz or one of the other fantastic shows that are currently casting, you won't want to miss this opportunity.

The last day of auditions is this Saturday at the Hoogland Center For The Arts and slots are filling up faster than we can believe.  PLEASE sign up ASAP. 

We want to see YOU!

For more information:

flyingmonkey2011@gmail.com

http://www.themuni.org/

A huge thank you to all who auditioned last weekend.  It was a huge success and we were honored to see so many of you.  Don't miss the fun of a summer under the stars.

See you this weekend!

Just a reminder:  Callbacks will be held this Sunday, and casting will take place this Monday night.  We will post our cast list here as soon as it is completed, so check back often for updates.

Last Minute Audition Tips From A Few Friends...

Thanks to everyone who came out to the Muni  audition workshops, we hope that you had as much fun as we did!!  And now, the real fun begins!!

Muni auditions start tomorrow - so if you haven't already, sign yourself up, submit a form online and get that song together!  We are looking forward to an amazing turn out and we hope to see you there!!  If you are looking for some last minute audition advice...try the following:

Follow your dreams and reach for the stars.

Use your brain: study up on those songs.

Put your heart into it!

Have lots of cccccccooooooourage!

SMILE!!

Don't be afraid to stand out - show some attitude!

(But, be nice to everyone.  Even dogs.)

Don't doctor up your resume! 

Be honest on your audition form (expecially conflicts) and stick to it!

And most importantly....HAVE FUN! 

Muni is a family, and we can't wait for you to be part of it. 

So have a great audition, and we look forward to a fun summer under the stars!  Please email us if you have any last minute questions or concerns.

-The Wizard Crew

AUDITION MUSIC!!

Are you getting ready yet?

Here is a downloadable version of the music selection that will be used for children's auditions.  Please feel free to print tons of copies and get them to anyone you might know who is attending kid's auditions and would like to be prepared ahead of time!  This music will also be available for pick-up at this Saturday's audition workshop!

Adults - you are on your own.  The staff does not have a specific selection they would like to hear from you, so here is your chance to show your preparation and creativity!  Best of luck!

"Ding, Dong The Witch Is Dead" Music Cut For Children's Auditions

Wizard of Oz Character Information

Leads

***Dorothy Gale: (Mezzo/Soprano) Young, innocent Kansas girl, in search of something more. Strong singing and some dance required.

***Hunk/Scarecrow: (Bari-Tenor) Wants nothing more than to get a brain, which he's convinced he lacks. Despite this, he is plucky and clever in a pinch. Singing & dancing required.  Gymnastic background preferred.
Supporting Roles

***Hickory/Tin Man: (Bari-Tenor) Desperate for a heart, The Tin Man joins Dorothy's journey to see the Wizard. Exceedingly charming and thoughtful. A kind-hearted romantic. Singing and dance (tap) required.

***Zeke/ Cowardly Lion: (Baritone) Full of Bravado, despite being convinced he's a coward. Nonetheless, a true friend, who proves himself when push comes to shove. Should Move well. Singing and good comedic skills required.

Almira Gulch/ Wicked Witch of the West:  (Alto/Mezzo or non-singing) Vengeful, nasty, and full of fire. Hungry for power and influence. Will do anything to get what she wants (and that goes for both characters).

Aunt Em/Glinda: (Soprano) A down to earth woman, plain in her dress and her ways, and with a genuine affection for her niece and her husband.  As Glinda- Beautiful, beloved, with a quirky side. Strong singing required.

Uncle Henry/ Oz Guard: (Baritone) Dorothy's Uncle, and guardian. Good hearted with a sense of humor. A hardworking Kansas farmer, and affectionate family-man. As Oz Guard- A man full of character and wit.

Professor Marvel/Wizard:  (non-singing) Accidental ruler of the land of OZ, who happens to be an ordinary man from Kansas, and a former circus magician. Verbose, articulate and prone to oration. Charming, and kind-hearted.

General Winkie: The head guard of the Witch’s Castle.  Will double as an Ozian.
Featured Roles
***The Crows (3 Males): These pesky crows keep coming to eat in the Scarecrow’s field and laugh in his face.  Must be comfortable with three-part harmony.  The crows will double as Ozians.

The Trees (3 Females):  These lovely ladies scold the scarecrow for stealing their apples.  Must be comfortable with three-part harmony.  The trees will double as Ozians.

The Winkies (4 Males or Females):  The guards of the Wicked Witch’s Castle.  Will double as Ozians.

Ensemble

***Citizens of Oz: The Citizens of Oz are the adult chorus of the show. Singing and dance or movement audition required. Some Ozians will be featured dancers.  If you are a dancer and interested in Wizard, please go to the dance audition.

***Munchkins: The little people of Munchkinland.  The Munchkins will be played (at least mostly) by children from Children auditions. Singing and dance required.  There are some featured roles among the munchkins, such as The Mayor Of Munchkin City, The Coroner, The Lollipop Guild, and The Lullaby League.  Additionally Some Munchkins will double as Citizens of Oz and Flying Monkeys.

***Flying Monkeys: Minions of the Wicked Witch of the West. The monkeys do not speak or sing, but will most likely be double-cast as Munchkins. Nonetheless, non-singers will be considered.
***= a dance audition is required.