1st 2 weeks

ENSEMBLE means EVERYONE!!!

We are learning all the music these first 2 weeks so please be in attendance. If you HAVE to miss, be sure and leave a note at the table outside Mr. Forsgren's room.

And remember...spread sunshine and PUT ON A HAPPY FACE!

Annnnd for your viewing pleasure...more Dr. Johnson genius!!

(Kim's bedroom)

(The ICE HOUSE)

More Dr Johnson magic

CAST LIST

You guys are so amazing! I'm so proud of all of you. BEMS students are crazy-talented!! This is a truly difficult decision because there are multiple people who could be our lead roles and do them WELL. However, we've made a decision, and are so happy to announce the totally rad cast for "Bye Bye Birdie." It's going to be so so so good. (and fun. and good.)
*****Remember the PARENT'S MEETING on next Tuesday, Dec. 16 at 6:30 pm, BEMS auditorium*****(if you don't come, I'll assume you don't want to be in the show!)

Read the ENTIRE cast list. You might be listed for more than one part!! It is YOUR responsibility to know "who" you are. 


CAST (In  Order of Appearance):
Albert:       Collin Jensen
Rosie:        Alisa Smith
*Helen:        Emma Ashcroft
*Nancy:       Amelia Naumann
*Jenny:        Kallie Bair
*Betty:         Lexi Sutton
*Alice:         Savanna Crane
*Margie:      Morgan Taylor
*Susan:        Sarah Dinsdale
Freddie:     Trayson Wilson
Karl:           Colton Kraus
Mike:          Payton Smoot
Jim:             Cade Palmer
Harvey Johnson:  Ty Stacey
*Penelope Ann:      Alli Hollingsworth
*Suzie:         Savannah Taylor
*Deborah Sue:     Ally Braegger
*Ursula:        Abby Chase
Kim MacAfee:     Chersti Thompson
Mrs. MacAfee:     Anne Jetton (Jeys)
Mr. MacAfee:       Deren Bott
Mae Peterson:       Karlee Klitgaard
Conrad Birdie:      Kyle Shaw
Reporter 1:   Eric Anderson
Reporter 2:   Eric Hiatt
Hugo Peabody:    Riley Pugsley
The Mayor:    Tristin Reeder
Edna (Mayor's Wife):    Mandy Wilde
Mr. Johnson:     Justin Medsker
Mrs. Merkle:      Elizabeth Glenn
Gloria Rasputin:    Savannah Ewing
*Names with asterisk*If the scene says "Kim and Co.," this is referring to YOU.

Female Teenagers of Sweet Apple, Ohio
Caitlin Post, Tori Erickson, Kylie Daugherty, Hailee Jeppsen, Molly Baird, Brooke Weaver, Belle Womack, Emma Wright, Madison Merrill, Faith Gomez, Gracie Sorensen, Brooklyn Baton, Jaycee Checketts, Alexia Moore, Heather Nichols, Carley Julander, Chelsea Rose, Kambree Steed, Oakley Gunderson, Morgan Christensen, Laura Wood, Elisabeth Thompson, Kennedy Anstine, Brynn Meredith, Hallee Warr, Jane Olson, Kylie Edgington, Alisha Ipsen, Taylor Olsen, Carolyn Ferguson, Kylie Hart, Abby Wright, Caroline Packer, Sydney Peck, Ainsley Bryce, Danielle Sanders, Josalyn Robinette, Hannah Stott, Emma Moyle, Stephanie Rust, Elsie Gregory, Hannah Fife, Adrieanna Nielsen, AubriAnna Thompson, Makayla Nielson, Alyssa Morgan, Kayley Harris, Karen Ferry, Chelsey Holdaway, Kim and Co.


Male Teenagers of Sweet Apple, Ohio
Zack Hansen, Erik Johnson, Ben Lewis, Taelor Wright, Andrew Wood, Daniel McCullam, Dylan Johnson, Ryan Smith, Zach Hansen, Connor Gunderson, Kade Stiner, Caleb Mortensen, Julian Mitton, Terry Baton, Travis Law, Brycen Walker, Casey Jacobson, Neil Porter, Kyler Walker, Tate Braegger, Gage Miles, Kayson Norman, Ryan Sorensen, Brady Haviland, Matthew Harames, ALL BOYS LISTED ABOVE (that aren't playing adult roles)


The Sweet Apple, Ohio Community
ALL ADULTS LISTED ABOVE, Vanessa Nelson, Heather Bodily, Hailey Bodily, Carley Quick, Kiszi Johnson, Scott Ellis, Christian Rubio, Breanna Perry, Jenna Walker, Bryanne Nelson, Alexa Valberg, Jordan Jeppesen, Elizabeth Jex, Jayston Wolf, Ashton Bossa, Jennifer Baker, Brooke Gibson, Crystal Cruse, Nettie Schmidt, Zoee Brumbaugh, Will Anderson, Kim Peterson, Aubree Singleton, Liam Hoyle, Savanna Richardson, Grayson Crandall, Paige Petersen, Isabelle Carr, Caden Lemke, Skyler Santa Cruz, Mary Pfeiffer, Alison Reynolds, Natashia Gibby, Braelyn Martinez, Katie Webster, Ashley Lee, Cheyenne Spencer, Maezzi Mund, Shandin Miles, Amanda Burbank, Hannah Pedersen, Teagan Woolums, Yadhira Celis, Rebecca Sparks, Julia Lion, Talie Durbin, Elizabeth Cordova, Vanessa Vargas, Lindsay Ahstrom, Alex Young, Dylan Lentini, Jessica Duran, Oakley Hurd, Brandie Ball, Pnut Saxton, Stephanie Morley, Kyra Perkins, Taylor Shinney, Alex Cox, Abby Allen, Payton D.,

Penn Station Chorus
Brynn Meredith, Tori Erickson, Madison Merrill, Morgan Christensen, Kennedy Anstine, AubriAnna Thompson, Carolyn Ferguson, Abby Wright, Emma Wright, Jane Olson, Caitlin Post, Kylie Hart

Ed Sullivan Chorus/Teen Chorus
Zach Hansen, Tate Braegger, Tristin Reeder, Zack Hansen, Daniel McCullam, Colton Kraus, Payton Smoot
Lexi Sutton, Morgan Taylor, Emma Ashcroft, Sarah Dinsdale, Savanna Crane, Oakley Gunderson, Tori Erickson

Parents for "KIDS" 
Deren Bott, Anne Jetton, Tristin Reeder, Mandy Wilde, Elizabeth Glenn, Justin Medsker, Ashton Bossa, Caden Lemke, Eric Hiatt, Eric Anderson, Rebecca Sparks, Alexa Valberg, Nettie Schmidt, Julia Lion

WHICH CAST MEMBERS ARE IN WHICH SCENES??

Look here to find out which scenes you're in!

Opening Scene: Sweet Apple TEENAGERS

Scene 1:  Albert and Rose

Scene 2:  Sweet Apple TEENAGERS

Scene 3:  Ursula, Kim, The MacAfees

Scene 4:  ENSEMBLE (that means the whole, entire, gigantic cast. Whoa, Nelly!)

Scene 5:  Kim & Co., Albert, Rose, Hugo

Scene 6:  ENSEMBLE

**transition** Kim & Co.  (minus Kim because she'll be preparing for the next scene)

Scene 7:  Kim, The MacAfees, Mrs. Merkle, Conrad, Albert, Ed Sullivan Chorus

Scene 8:  Rose, Albert, Mae, Gloria, Hugo

Scene 9:  Conrad, Conrad's Band, Teen Chorus, Camera Man, Hugo, Albert, Rose, The MacAfees,                     extras (directors/TV people/producers)

Scene 10:  Rose and Kim

Scene 11:  Albert, Rose, Mae, Conrad, Sweet Apple TEENAGERS, Mayor's wife, Mr. Johnson, Mrs.                   Merkle, Hugo, the MacAfees, Parents for "KIDS"

Scene 12:  Hugo, Rose, Albert, Mae, Mr and Mrs MacAfee

Scene 13:  Kim, Conrad, Mr and Mrs MacAfee, Hugo, Rose, Albert, Mae

Scene 14:  ENSEMBLE

CALLBACKS Bye Bye Birdie

WOW!!! You guys are so darn talented. The judges LOVED you and want to see the following students at callbacks tomorrow. 

103         106         108         112         114         115         119         125         130         138         142         143         144         149         150         153                156         157         160         161         165         166         168         169         170         172         175         177         178         180         182                186         188         189         191         199         201         202         204         205         208         209         211         212         214         215                218         222         226         232         233         234         235         236         238        240         244         247         249         252         255         262                271         273         277         281         282                        

You need to come prepared with the parts you did at auditions, plus it wouldn’t hurt to brush up on ALL parts on the blog. We will ask you to try multiple roles. BRING A PHONE so you can call for a ride. It’s a long afternoon, so bring snacks. 

Callbacks posted by 9

There's just so many of you!!! Be patient!!

Pennsylvania Train Station

Not completed in this pic, but it lets you see the beautiful detail on the brick. Dr. J is a genius!!!

Set design finished already for Telephone Hour!

Kim's HOW LOVELY... Piano only

http://youtu.be/13QXOya-SZo

The track we will be using for the audition is a little faster than this. I will help you get started at the audition, but just be aware I played this a little slower than the track.

KIDS with no voice--piano only

For Mr. And Mrs. McAfee

http://youtu.be/OFA-oR9pdxw

Bye Bye Birdie Video Helps

These videos are practice helps that will be especially useful if you don't play piano! They aren't perfect (except for Mr. Forsgren's. He's perfect, of course!) so just use them to inspire your rehearsal. Memorize your lines and use LOTS of personality! Don't rush. Slow down and enjoy your audition.

SONG FOR ALL GIRLS:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Fy5KiCaBBk&list=UUpW2ssdxqxAfa6wT7Tk57Pw&index=1
SONG FOR ALL BOYS:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OqPP_ebbKc4&index=2&list=UUpW2ssdxqxAfa6wT7Tk57Pw
Albert's Song with just the melody played:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6gzCaxhGre0&list=UUpW2ssdxqxAfa6wT7Tk57Pw&index=4
Albert's Song with Accompaniment:
 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MWn4NuzOzAw&list=UUpW2ssdxqxAfa6wT7Tk57Pw
Conrad's Song with just the melody played:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mnJsKlkwQmk&index=1&list=UUpW2ssdxqxAfa6wT7Tk57Pw
Conrad's Song with the accompaniment:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-xsKtj_EbHY&index=2&list=UUpW2ssdxqxAfa6wT7Tk57Pw
Harvey Johnson's Solo:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mx8m_jq0-mI&index=5&list=UUpW2ssdxqxAfa6wT7Tk57Pw
Mr. AND Mrs. MacAfee's Song with Melody:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k-PmxA1JMMA&list=UUpW2ssdxqxAfa6wT7Tk57Pw&index=4
Mr. AND Mrs. MacAfee's Song with Accompaniment:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k-PmxA1JMMA&index=1&list=UUpW2ssdxqxAfa6wT7Tk57Pw
Rose's English Teacher:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nbuxAehJKQ4&index=1&list=UUpW2ssdxqxAfa6wT7Tk57Pw
Kim MacAfee's How Lovely to Be a Woman just melody:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b8RwuR3XHzo&list=UUpW2ssdxqxAfa6wT7Tk57Pw&index=1
Kim's Song with accompaniment:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OpSnC1BA_FY&list=UUpW2ssdxqxAfa6wT7Tk57Pw&index=1

Girl's Audition info

All girls will be required to audition in groups of 5 with the following song. Those who would like to audition for a lead will be given the opportunity after singing with their group.  Remember, piano accompaniment will be used at auditions, so be sure and practice with the video on the blog.

ROSE ALVAREZ

Albert’s secretary. Principal Singer and Lead female. Rose is confident, smart, and definitely crazy about Albert—though she’s fed up with him being a “Momma’s Boy!” Big voice with a lower vocal range. Dancing skills a big plus.

Lines/Song to Memorize

       “You’re 33 years old, Albert. You can take a whole aspirin. My mind is made up. I’ve been with “Al-Mae-Lou” for 8 years now and for what? A five-dollar raise in 1954? I want something more than that! Will you listen to me, Albert…I’m serious!”

Kim MacAfee

15 years old, very pretty and self-possessed. She just got pinned to Hugo Peabody (they’re going steady). Young woman selected to be kissed by huge American celebrity, Conrad Birdie, before he goes to the army.

Lines/Song to be memorized

“That’s just it, Hugo, I’m your steady! Oh, I may admire Conrad Birdie as one admires a far-distant and unattainable idea. But I’m pinned to you, Hugo, and I don’t care how common and ordinary you are, that’s how I’m going to stay! –You were silly to worry, Hugo. Conrad Birdie may be a great public figure but he doesn’t make me feel all dizzy and faint when I think of him. Only my steady does that. Why, even when I say his name I don’t feel a thing. Listen. Conrad Birdie! Conrad Birdie. (And it hits her.  Huskily:) Conrad Birdie…(she wavers as if beginning to faint)

Mrs. MacAfee

Mother of Kim. Patient and matronly. Adores her husband and children. Flustered by Kim’s new “grown up” attitude!  Admires Conrad Birdie, like all other woman in Sweet Apple.

Lines/Song to memorize

(someone will read Kim’s lines for you. Be prepared with Mrs. MacAfee’s lines.)

Ursula

Kim’s best friend. CRAZY about Conrad Birdie. Tons of personality and a great screamer; doesn’t have to sing alone.

Memorize the following Lines

Conrad Birdie, welcome to Sweet Apple! Now before I escort  you to the Town Hall where the Mayor himself is waiting, I would like to introduce to you the girl upon whom you have chosen to bestow you final kiss upon (the bad grammar is intentional!!)…and who will now join us in reciting the Conrad Birdie pledge! Kim MacAfee! (puts hand over heart) I, Ursula Merkle, being of sound mind and body do hereby promise to be loyal, courteous, steadfast and true, to Conrad Birdie and the United States of America—both indivisible, with liberty and justice for all! (Screams!!!)

Mae Petersen

Albert’s mother. Oh, man. She has to be hilarious. Every line has to be said as though she’s the most picked-on woman, trodden down by her heartless son—when in reality, she just wants to keep Albert under her thumb.

Please memorize the following lines (just the big line in the middle):

Those desiring lead roles should select one of these characters to portray at auditions. Select a role that will allow you to dig in to the character and have lots of fun. At call backs, we will audition for roles not seen above. 

Boys Auditions

ALL BOYS auditioning will be required to sing the following song (in groups of 5).  Girls sing the typed lyrics. Boys sing hand-written lyrics. Remember to sing down an octave from where the music is written.

Albert Peterson

Young man in his early 30’s. President of Al-Mae-Lou Music Corporation. Conrad Birdie’s manager.  He is in love with his secretary, Rose, but won’t commit because he is a big Momma’s boy. He’s charismatic and charming, but definitely is under his mother’s thumb.

Lines/Songs to Memorize

(Rose is threatening to leave forever because Albert won’t commit to marriage—after 8 years! Albert says:)  “Rose, I’ll make a deal with you! Stay with me, help me get the money to pay Conrad’s guarantee, and as soon as I’m out of the red…I’ll dissolve Al-Mae-Lou and go back to the academic life! And I promise you, as soon as this thing is settled, it’ll just be the two of us, Rose! In perfect bliss. (an idea for a new Conrad song hits him) Bliss! Kiss! That rhymes! I wonder if anyone used it before. Oh, what difference does is make! It’ll be great for the song!”

Harvey Johnson

Harvey is the total NERD, but he’s not shy about asking out the ladies! His voice cracks when he sings, and he just wants to get a date for the prom! The lyrics here are a little hard to read—it says, “Hello, Mister Henkel. This is Harvey Johnson, Can I speak to Penelope Ann?” There are no spoken lines to memorize.

Hugo Peabody

He is all-American and good looking. He is Kim’s “steady” boyfriend and very jealous of Conrad! He gets to knock Conrad Birdie out during the “One Last Kiss” scene.  No solo singing for Hugo.

Lines to Memorize (someone will read Alice’s part for you)

Hugo:  (bursting forth) What’s so important? I’ll tell you what’s so important! The day after I give her my pin, she goes around kissing someone else, that’s what’s so important! I want you to know I’m quite upset about this. I’ve already had several headaches and a nosebleed!

Alice: Why, Hugo, I believe you’re actually jealous of Conrad Birdie!

Hugo:  Me jealous? I’m the opposite of jealous. I’m very jealous! And I have every right to be. Kim’s my steady!

Conrad Birdie

Huge rock and roll star. Think ELVIS PRESLEY--that is who Conrad Birdie is supposed to act, look, and sing like. He’s arrogant, cocky and totally self-centered. Flirts with ALL women. Doesn’t really have spoken lines, so MUST be a great singer and Elvis-style dancer.  Have FUN at the audition. Please dance/move while singing the following:

Mr. MacAfee

Kim’s disgruntled father. He does NOT appreciate all this Conrad Birdie nonsense. He has some of the funniest lines in the show and needs to be a great actor.  Bring your sense of humor is you want to be Mr. MacAfee!

Lines and Song to Memorize

(He’s feeling very frustrated since Conrad is actually staying in his house. Someone will read Kim’s line for you)

Kim:  Daddy, I wish you’d hurry!  I want to have all this mess cleared away before Conrad comes down!

Mr. MacAfee:  This mess, as you call it, Kim, happens to be my breakfast. And I intend to enjoy it! Last night I gave     up my room to a guest who repeatedly referred to me as “Fats.” Telephone calls were made on my phone to New York, Chicago, Fairbanks, Alaska, and Hong Kong. I slept in a camp cot with my feet in the fireplace and my head in an ashtray. Outside my window three harpies shrieked, “We love you, Conrad” four thousand seven hundred and twenty-three times!!!! And now I have lost my two fried eggs!

(His song is on the following page. Be sure to sing it down an octave—man’s voice!)

Online Audition packet

Bye Bye Birdie

Audition Packet

Instructions:

1.                Take home this packet. Fill out your audition form and GET IT SIGNED by a parent or guardian.

2.              Decide if you are auditioning to be a member of the cast or a lead character. 

3.              Study the part you have selected! Memorize the lines and lyrics for the part you’ve chosen. Get on our show BLOG at www.bemstheater.blogspot.com.  You will find videos to help you be totally prepared.

4.              Sign up for an audition time on Monday December 1^st. Get a friend to sign up with you:)!

5.              Come happy and prepared for a wonderful audition on Dec. 8 or 9. Brush your teeth, comb your hair, wear some deodorant and be CONFIDENT. Be on time, and bring your signed audition/contract form.

6.              High five yourself for being amazing. Yeah. 

BEMS Musical Audition/Contract Form

Please bring this page, completed and signed to hand in at audition.

NAME____________________________________                                      Grade   ________

                             (first)                               (last)                                                              (8th, 9th)

Address: ____________________________ City_____________________ Age:_____Gender:  M  F    Height:____Hair Color:_____________________

Your Home Phone#___________________ Your Cell#_____________                                             

Parent Name_________________ ___________Cell:_____________

Parent Email________________________________________________________

Previous Acting/ Dancing/Singing/Athletic Experience or Formal Training. List all that apply. Feel free to use the back of the form if you need more space.

Role(s) I am auditioning for:_____________________________________________________

Would you be willing to accept other roles?  Yes   No 

Are there any roles you would NOT like to be considered for?______________________________

Are you willing to be a member of the chorus/ensemble?   Yes   No 

Prior Commitments:  Check your calendar carefully for the months of Jan., Feb., and Mar., 2014.  List any scheduled conflicts you will have during those months, particularly March!

Tip: Students, use the checklist below to assist you when considering conflicts / activities that need to be listed J

Church Activities/Programs/Sports                  Drivers Ed                     Sports/Lessons/Training        Difficult classes                         Academic Clubs Babysitting     Field trips          Teams         Weddings/Family Events Conferences      

Family Trips/Weekend Plans             Dr./ Dentist Appts.                    Work        Tryouts: club, cheer, dance, sports

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

The Contract        We understand the rehearsal commitment for BYE BYE BIRDIE and will do our best to attend all scheduled rehearsals. We understand that students will be dismissed from the cast and replaced after 3 unexcused absences or at any time for behavior deemed inappropriate by directors or BEMS Administration.  We appreciate the opportunity for students to perform in a school production and will give our best effort.

_______________________________Parent Signature 

_______________________________Student Signature

REMINDER: FULL DRESS REHEARSAL FRIDAY, MARCH 14

When school gets out, quickly get changed and ready to go. We want to be running the show by 3:30 p.m.

Parent's Patience

Just want to thank you for being patient, supportive parents.  Many students couldn't do South Pacific because they didn't have a ride or parents wouldn't allow them. I appreciate you providing a way for your child to be involved.  Many of you volunteered to help with snacks, and you will be getting called to assist this weekend. If you are interested in helping girls with hair or makeup, contact me via email (vanica.crane@besd.net).
Next week will be an intense week with long rehearsals, and the following week, we perform!  PLEASE, encourage your child to be attentive and respectful. We will get done much quicker if everyone is where they need to be, when they need to be there. I will not keep students any longer than I feel is necessary.  Also, there is plenty of time for every cast member to get their homework done DURING rehearsal--with the exception of Nellie. There is lots of down time for most cast members.  I remind students of this, but if your child comes home and acts exhausted and then says, "I have a ton of homework..." ask them what they were doing during their down time! Get them to bed as early as you can, and eat healthy. 
We are almost done. Let's do our very best and finish strong.  Thanks again to the wonderful, supportive parents that allow this to happen.  You're the best!

Longer Practice and TICKET SALES!!!!

Hi there, everybody! Wow! Our show opens in 18 days! Are you ready?  Make sure you have your costumes put together and lines memorized.  Practices are going to be busy and full, so come ready to work. Bring your homework to finish during down time.  DON'T GET BEHIND IN SCHOOL! That needs to be your top priority, as well as being a good family member. But I believe you can also do your best for our show.  It takes focus and hard work, but you can do it.

PRACTICES WILL GO UNTIL 5 PM THIS WEEK. Please arrange your schedule to attend the entire time.  Remember that you need to sign out before leaving practice, and I will have to drop anyone just not showing up. It's too close to  showtime!  Most of you have been absolutely wonderful about attending rehearsal. If you fall under that category, pat yourself on the back.

TICKET SALES:  Starting Tuesday morning, March 4, you can get your tickets from Mrs. Leonard in the office. Tickets are only $5 each (a bargain considering the total awesomeness of our show).  Tickets are first come, first served. If you want your family to have the best seats in the house, you'd better be in there getting your tickets ASAP!  Tickets can also be purchased at the door on show nights, but good seats go fast so don't wait until the last minute. 

Encourage your family, neighbors, friends to come and support you in South Pacific.  You've put together an amazing show, and we want big audiences! I'm proud of you and lucky to be your director. See you Tuesday!

Nurse Costume, Hair and Makeup Tips

Thanks to student director, Emily Harames, for rounding up this info for our wonderful nurses.

http://www.thelovehanger.com/2012/07/diy-tie-front-shirt.html

This website is a super easy DIY for the shirts the nurses need for the show.

http://hair-and-makeup-artist.com/period-hair-makeup/1940s/womens-1940s-makeup/

This website has a basic overview of the makeup used during the 1940s and the reasons why. Its really informative and interesting.

http://www.youtube.com/user/LisaFreemontStreet

This is a link to Lisa's youtube channel. Sarah Jackman said that her videos are by far the most informative and historically accurate that she has found.  

There are tons of hair and makeup videos on youtube. I just searched 1940s hair and 1940s makeup and got a lot of results. We probably want to stay away from up dos because of the wash that man scene though. 

SCHEDULE CHANGE

ALL CAST MEMBERS: You need to attend rehearsal this Thursday, Feb. 6. Thank you!

FRENCH helps for Island People

Alrighty, don't mock it, cuz the laryngitis ain't pretty, but here is your youtube video to help you study your french song.  PRACTICE.  Yeah. It really helps!

Bali Ha'i French
Here's the address if you have to cut and paste. Sometimes the link doesn't work.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IeaYcsIRM9I

Financial Worries

We just want to remind you that if any of you are in difficult circumstances financially, we still want you to be in our show! If you need help getting your costumes or would like a tshirt but can't currently afford one, come see Mrs. Crane. Arrangements can be made for you to "earn" your items by serving as an assistant. Thank you!

Coolest Washing Machine EVAH! (a.k.a.Another Dr. Johnson Masterpiece)

Click on the link and enjoy!
South Pacific Washing Machine

Online Copy of Director's Note for your Perusal!

South Pacific Cast Note--January 30, 2014

Thank you everyone for your attendance at rehearsals and your dedication. Things are coming along nicely! Please remember you will be dropped if you have 3 unexcused absences. I have post-it notes on my desk. Leave me a note if you know you're going to miss a rehearsal, or email me at vanica.crane@besd.net. You are awesome, and so is this show! Leads, don't miss.

NOTES:

1.  CAST T-shirts:  We want every member of this cast to have a T-shirt. YOU are our best           advertisement, and plus, it lets everyone know you are part of something special.  If your parents want a shirt to support you, they are welcome to order one as well. Use the order form at the bottom and turn your money and order in to RHONDA in the office no later than Feb.7, 2014. I will be placing the order that day. Don't miss your chance!

2. COSTUMES:

            SAILORS/SEABEES/ALL MALE MILITARY PERSONNEL: 

                        You provide black socks,black dress shoes, and a pair of khaki pants. Flat front                            pants are preferred, and are more flattering. We will provide khaki shirts, ties                            and hats. By the first dress rehearsal, you have to have a "military issue" haircut                              as well. Nobody has shaggy hair in the military. (You can keep it longer up top,                             but it has to be short in back and around your ears.)

            NURSES:

                        You provide khaki shorts (we want them all to be the same "military issue" so                          you need to order your shorts from frenchtoast.com, item #1303X in khaki.                          Don't wait until last minute to order them. You want them here in plenty of                           time.) You also provide a solid color button down the front shirt that can be tied                             at the waist(short sleeve or sleeveless). You proved flat, white canvas shoes and                         white ankle socks, black flat shoes and black tights. We provide the blue Nurse's                                uniform. Cute head-neckerchiefs (think 1940's) that match shirts would be fun--                          not necessary.

            ISLAND PEOPLE:

                        Need to have dark brown or black hair (or a believable wig). Girls need to provide                               a black, capped-sleeve undershirt (Downeast Outfitter has some), and black                         spandex-type undershorts. Boys need black shorts too, but they don't have to be                         tight! We will provide the island tops, skirts, accessories, etc. Boys can be                             shirtless or need to be in a plain black t-shirt. 

            LEADS:

                        You have a personal note coming your way next week!

3. ASSIGNMENT:

            South Pacific is a very patriotic show and comes from a very patriotic time in our nation's history. Each one of us is connected to someone that served in World War II, and these men and women deserved to be honored. Please ask your family and friends                 for names of individuals that served in World War II and submit them to Mrs. Crane.             We will be making a special "Tribute Wall" to display at our show.  The display will have   the veteran's name you submitted and your connection to them as well. Ask around. Everyone has a family member or friend's family member that served!

_____________________________________________________________________________________________

Cut on line

South Pacific Cast and Family Tshirt Order Form:

Cast Member Name: ________________________________________________________

Sizes available:

 Youth Sizes: XS(2-4), S(6-8), M(10-12), L(14-16), XL(18-20), Adult Sizes:  S-4XL

I need (size and amount):  ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Please submit $8.00 for each t-shirt ordered to Rhonda in the office no later Feb. 7, 2014. Order will be placed that day.

ISLAND MEN--Important Note

If you are cast as an "Island Man," any time the schedule says rehearsal for "Island Girls," You also need to be there.  Please make that note on your calendars. Thank you!

REHEARSAL SCHEDULE

**Refer to your "what scenes am I in" sheet from the parent's meeting to know when to attend. I will load March's calendar soon.

January

SUNDAY	MONDAY	TUESDAY	WEDNESDAY	THURSDAY	FRIDAY	SATURDAY
			1	2	3 Full Read through. Any character with a speaking part.	4
5	6 Music Rehearsal: All Sailors (Mrs. C) Ngana, Jerome, Nellie, Emile (Mr. F)	7 Music Rehearsal: All Nurses (Mrs. C) Bloody Mary, Cable (Mr. F)	8 Music Rehearsal: All Sailors and Nurses (Mrs. C) Bloody Mary, Liat, Cable (Mr. F)	9	10	11
12	13 Music Rehearsal: Nellie, Emile, Cable, Bloody Mary (Mr. F)	14 Music Rehearsal: All Sailors (Mrs. C) Ngana, Jerome, Nellie, Emile (Mr. F)	15	16 Music Rehearsal: All Sailors and Nurses (Mrs. C) Bloody Mary, Liat, Cable (Mr. F)	17 Singing Leads (Mr. F) Non Singing Leads (Mrs. C)	18
19	20 NO SCHOOL	21 Act 1 Scenes:  1, 12, and 13	22	23 Act 1 Scenes: 2 and 3	24 Act 1 Scenes: 4, 5, 6, 8 and 9	25
26	27 Act 1 Scene 7	28 Act 1 Scenes 10, 11, 12 Act 2 Scene 2	29	30 Act 1 Scenes 1-7	31 Act 1 Scenes 8-13

FEBRUARY

SUNDAY	MONDAY	TUESDAY	WEDNESDAY	THURSDAY	FRIDAY	SATURDAY
						1
2	3 Act 2 Scenes 1, 3, and 11	4 Act 2 Scenes 4-9	5	6 Act 2 Scene 10 and 12	7 ALL LEADS	8
9	10 Act 2 Scenes 1-4	11 Act 2 Scenes 5-12	12 Music POLISH UP With Mr. Forsgren **to be announced	13 Act 1 Scenes 1-6	14 Act 1 Scenes 7-13	15
16	17 NO SCHOOL	18 Act 2 Scenes 1-4, and 11	19	20 Act 2 Scenes 5-10 and 12	21 **to be announced	22
23	24 Act 1 Scenes 1-7	25 Act 1 Scenes 8-13	26	27 Act 2 Practice until 5 pm*** All scenes (LAST DAY OF TRIMESTER)	28 NO SCHOOL