Any Child Actors In Our Midst?

A friend and neighbour asked me to spread the word, so here it is.
Cheers,
Vanessa

OPEN CHILDREN’S AUDITIONS
for the Toronto production of
The Railway Children

Monday, March 14, 2011
Metro Toronto Convention Centre
North Building, Main Lobby

The Touring Consortium and Marquis Entertainment present the North American premiere of the London smash-hit play The Railway Children beginning performances May 3, 2011 at The Roundhouse Theatre, a state-of-the-art 1,000-seat venue located adjacent to the historic Roundhouse in downtown Toronto.

On Monday, March 14th, beginning at 10:00am, The Railway Children will be holding an open audition for local children between the ages of 9 and 16 to perform as part of the ensemble. These are primarily non-speaking but highly visible roles.

Children ages 9 to 13 should arrive at 10:00am to register and children ages 14 to 16 should arrive at 2:00pm to register. ALL children MUST be accompanied by an adult to register. The audition may take up to three hours.

Children should wear comfortable clothes that are easy to move in as well as running shoes or dance shoes. No preparation is required. Previous acting experience is an asset although an interest in performing, reliability, discipline and punctuality are essential. Please bring a photo with you as well as a resume that includes age, height, weight and any performance experience (The photo does not need to be a professional headshot. Note this photo will not be returned.)


Expectations:
Rehearsals begin March 21, 2011. The children’s ensemble will be expected to attend a maximum of 4 rehearsals each week, (most of which will be no longer than 4 hours). The first performance is currently scheduled for Tuesday, May 3, 2011 and those cast will be required to perform a minimum of two performances per week. The expected commitment is through to October 30, 2011 with the understanding that the Producers will allow up to two weeks vacation within the period May 3rd through October 30th.

To register and for further information visit:

www.railwaychildren.ca
or www.mirvish.com/shows/therailwaychildren

Join the group:
www.facebook.com/The Railway Children Toronto

The Railway Children, based on the 1906 novel by beloved British author Edith Nesbit, tells the story of Bobby, Peter and Phyllis, three children whose lives change dramatically when their father is mysteriously taken away. They move from London to a cottage in rural Yorkshire with their mother where they befriend the local railway porter and embark on a magical journey of discovery, friendship and adventure. But the mystery remains – where is Father, and is he ever coming back?

Directed by Damian Cruden, Mike Kenny’s an adaptation of E. Nesbit’s novel has designs by Joanna Scotcher, lighting by Richard G. Jones, music by Christopher Madin and sound by Craig Vear.

The theatre, created especially for the show will be built with the audience seated either side of the railway track, with the action taking place both on the track and on platforms on either side.