The mission of Youtheatre is to create an inclusive environment in which to inspire and enrich the lives of all youth, regardless of income or ability, by providing educational opportunities and promoting appreciation of the arts. Youtheatre is open to all area youth in grades 1-12!
The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley Jr.
Grades 3-5
Performances
March 13 at 7 p.m.
March 14 at 2 p.m.
Auditions
January 19 and 20 at 6 p.m.
Audition Workshop
January 10
10-11:30 a.m. or 12:30-2:00 p.m.
Director/Choreographer: Kristina Rowe • Music Director: Erica Bickhart
The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley Jr. is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.
Stanley Lambchop is your ordinary, everyday ten-year-old until the bulletin board on the wall above his bed comes loose and falls right on top of him. The next morning, Stanley wakes up flat. In a whirlwind musical travelogue, Stanley— the ultimate exchange student—scours the globe for a solution to his unusual problem. He's stamped, posted and cancelled from Hollywood to France to Honolulu and beyond, all in an effort to become a three-dimensional boy once more.
Audition Forms
Audition Workshop
Saturday, January 10 from 10-11:30 a.m. or 12:30-2 p.m.
Only 30 spots are available per session, so be sure to register early!
Join us to learn how to bring your A-game to the casting process. A strong knowledge about the audition process, positive self-image, and a positive attitude are just a few crucial lessons students will learn through the workshop to leave powerful impressions at auditions. Participants will walk through a mock audition process and receive guidance, advice, and notes on standing out from the crowd and making the most of each audition opportunity.
This workshop is to prep students for their actual auditions but is not mandatory.
Audition Information
WHEN
Monday, January 19 and Tuesday, January 20 from 6–8 p.m
Check-in will begin at 5:30 p.m. All auditioning need to stay the entire time of auditions and only need to attend one night.
**Those interested in Technical Crew, please click on the Technical Crew section below**
WHERE
Marathon Center for the Performing Arts located at 200 W. Main Cross Street
Audition Process
Auditions will consist of singing, acting and movment. There will be nothing to prepare ahead of time.
Please come dressed appropriately for movement. Wear comfortable, flexible clothing that allows a full range of motion—such as dancewear, athletic wear or other rehearsal-appropriate attire. Avoid restrictive or formal clothing (e.g., jeans, skirts or dress shoes). Soft-soled or movement-friendly footwear is recommended. No sandals or flip-flops, please.
Forms
All youth participating in the production (as an on-stage cast member or technical crew member) and their parents must attend a mandatory meeting on January 22 at 6 p.m. Informational packets will be handed out and questions will be answered. All on-stage cast members will be measured for costumes. A read-through of the script will continue for the on-stage cast members.
Technical Crew
Schedule subject to change.
Set Construction & Painting
Work sessions will take place on:
January 24, 31; February 7, 14, and 21
Morning and afternoon sessions available.
Makeup Crew
Needed on:
March 9–13 at 5:00 p.m.
March 14 at 12:00 p.m.
Lighting Crew
Needed on:
March 9–13 (evenings)
March 14 (afternoon)
Sound Crew
Needed on:
March 9–13 (evenings)
March 14 (afternoon)
Technical Crew applicants do not need to attend auditions.
Rehearsals
We will rehearse Monday-Thursday evenings from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (beginning on Thursday, January 22 and the following Sunday Afternoons: February 15 and 22; March 1 and 8) . Additional schedule information will be presented at the initial parent meeting. Schedule is subject to change.
No conflicts will be accepted from March 1–14.
The role of Flat Stanley will be needed at every rehearsal, so no conflicts will be accepted for this character.
Conflicts
Attendance by each participant is expected at the rehearsals when they are scheduled.
Please list all school functions, music lessons, sports, church, and community activities, family vacations, etc. that will take place during rehearsal time. After the list has been approved, additional conflicts may not be added. Any unexcused absence may result in a change in the participant's role in the production.
Be honest and upfront with us, and if cast we will do our best to work around expected absences.
Please note that all on-stage cast members MUST attend ALL rehearsals during the last 2 weeks of rehearsals.
If you miss more than three (3) rehearsals that are unexcused, you will be released from the cast.
Participation Fees
All youth participating in the production must pay the following participation fee according to their role in the production: $75 for on-stage cast members and $40 for technical crew members. Financial assistance is available upon request.
Parent Commitment
Youtheatre is a family affair! At the parent meeting on Thursday, January 22 at 6 pm, parents will be asked to volunteer on pre-show and show-week parent committees. Committees cover every aspect of producing a show, including building and painting sets, costumes, backstage supervisors, dressing room supervisors, cast party and many more. Our shows would not be possible without the dedication and investment of each family!
Characters
Stanley
Stanley is a boy who wants to do "amazing things the world has never seen before".
The role of Flat Stanley will be needed at every rehearsal, so no conflicts will be accepted for this character.
Arthur
Arthur is Stanley's little brother. He's very serious about school and follows the rules.
Mr. Lambchop
Mr. Lambchop is Stanley's Dad.
Mrs. Lambchop
Mrs. Lambchop is Stanley's Mom.
Caleb, Jackson, Jacob and Cousin Sophie
Slumber party guests.
Bulletin Board
Bulletin Board is a magical creature, who grants kids' wishes but with a little twist.
Mrs. Cartero
Mrs. Cartero is a sassy postal worker. She is fun-loving and extremely likable.
Doctor Dan
Doctor Dan is a hard-of-hearing, overworked Doctor.
Nurse Betty
Nurse Betty is the long-suffering assistant to Doctor Dan.
Cool Kids
Cool Kids are kids who fly Stanley like a kite.
King Of the Cool Kids
King of the Cool Kids is the ringleader of the cool kids.
Birds
Stanley's singing bird friends.
Hollywood Agent
Hollywood Agent is a slick, old-style agent.
Samantha
Samantha is Stanley's friend who moved to Los Angeles.
O. Jay D'art
O. Jay D'art is the curator for the Louvre Museum.
Mona Lisa
Mona Lisa is Leonardo da Vinci's painting that has come to life.
Napoleon
Napoleon is Jacques-Louis David's painting come to life.
Sneak Thief
Sneak Thief is a world-class art burglar.
Kiki
Kiki is an entertainment reporter in Hawaii.
Herb Wavecrest
Herb Wavecrest is an entertainment reporter.
Assistant Director
Assistant Director on Stanley's movie.
Bikini Wahini
Bikini Wahini is Stanley's co-star.
Ensemble: Go-go Dancers, Crowd, Hollywood Assistants, Passerby’s/Wannabes