Entertainment : ACT 1 to hold auditions for 'Drowsy Chaperone'

ACT I is holding auditions for the musical, “Drowsy Chaperone”.  It will be directed by Steve Arnold.

Musical Director:  Dave Gates

Rehearsal pianist:  Mary Ann Whelchel

Audition dates:

Saturday, January 5 – 2:00 p.m. 

Sunday, January 6 – 2:00 p.m.

ACT I’s new West Building site – enter by 905 E Ave door

9 to 13 male roles – must be able to play 20 years old or older – 2 are non-singing

5 to 9 female roles – must be able to play 20 years old or older

Rehearsals will be held at the ACT I West Building location – rehearsal dates and times will be available at auditions

Performance dates:  March 1, 2 and 3

                                  March 8, 9 and 10

Location:  Palace Theatre

“Drowsy Chaperone” is a musical comedy.  It is part homage to musical theatre and part spoof.  It is a re-enactment of a 1920’s style musical called the Drowsy Chaperone complete with a flapper, a diva, a Latin Lothario, and a cad. 

“Drowsy Chaperone” will performed with a live stage orchestra lead by Judy Trystad.