Joseph

and the Amazing

Technicolor Dreamcoat

May 2018

Information Pack

Production Team

Executive Producer: Luke Mitton Director: Simon Dandy Assistant Directors: Jess Wilson, Libby Brennan Director Consultants: Howard Dandy Choreographer: Emily Friedrichsen Vocal Directors: Faye Johns & Jenny Grover Set Construction: Ken Warrick & Jack Janetzki Program/Poster & Advertising Design: Belinda Elliott Sound & Technical Advisor: Ronnie Thomas Lighting Design: Shane Podolski Costumes: Natasha Eilola Hair & Make Up: Stacey McClure, Jodie Saunders Props: Colin and Gen Kreymborg Stage Manager: Colin Kreymborg Sponsorship: Jan Morris

Characters • Narrator

• Joseph

• Jacob – Josephs Father

• Josephs Brother o Reuben o Simeon o Levi o Naphtali o Issachar o Asher o Dan o Zebulon o Gad o Benjamin o Judah

• Potiphar

• Mrs Potiphar

• Butler

• Baker

• Pharaoh

• Ensemble: Various men and women

• Children’s Ensemble

Children’s Ensemble We are looking for children aged 9 years and older to make up the Children’s Ensemble. Children must be aged 9 by the 31 December 2017 to audition in the ensemble.

Back Stage/Sets/Costumes

We’re not just looking for the most brilliant cast Horsham has ever seen, but we’re also looking for the most brilliant behind the scenes crew too! Crew are required in the following areas:

• Backstage

• Make up

• Hair

• Costumes

• Set construction

• Program Selling

If you are interested in any of these areas then we would love you to be involved. Please complete a Crew/Musician form to indicate your interest.

Orchestra

We are also looking for musicians to play in our orchestra. We are looking for

the following musicians:

• Bass (Acoustic Bass, Bass Guitar)

• Cello

• Drums (Bells, Mallets, Sticks, Cym, High Hat, toms, Cobwell, Snare)

• Guitar 1 (Acoustic Guitar, Electric Guitar)

• Guitar 2 (12 String Guitar, Electric Guitar)

• Horn

• Keyboard 1 (synthesizer)

• Keyboard 2 (Synthesizer)

• Percussion (Sleigh Bells, Tubular Bells, Cymbal, Suspended Cymbal,

Xylophone, Tambourine, timpani, Mark Tree, Bell Tree, Vibraphone,

Glockenspiel, Tam-Tam, Woodblocks, Gong, Cabasa, Finger Cymbal,

Cowbell, Siren, Chimes, Castanets, Flexitone, Cuicas or congas)

• Piano (synthesiser)

• Viola

• Violin 1

• Violin 2

• Woodwind 1 (Flue, Carinet, Alto Sax)

• Woodwind 2 (Oboe, English Horn)

Musicians MUST be able to read music & play to at least a grade 5 standard.

Additional parts to be added in by keyboards.

Interested musicians will be contacted individually and a time made to meet,

please complete a Crew/Musician form if you are interested in playing in our

orchestra.

Rehearsal schedule to be determined once members are assembled.

Commitment! To ensure that the production is of the highest quality, and in fairness to all

involved it is essential that all those involved are committed to be part of the

team and committing 100% to its success.

By choosing to be involved you agree to be available for all your rehearsals, which may include holidays, tech week, and show weeks. When people are away it is very hard to put a show together and as such it is an expectation that you are fully committed.

Everyone's time is valuable and it is vital that important rehearsal time is not

wasted by the absence of required cast members.

A prerequisite for all those involved is that they must sign an agreement with

the production team and HAC committee confirming your agreement with the

conditions of being in this production, below.

HAC Expectations Agreement

HAC requires that the following expectations be adhered to by all cast, crew

and musicians whilst rehearsing and performing for any event under which the

company is presenting.

• Respect o RESPECT each other, RESPECT the building, RESPECT yourself. o RESPECT everyone on the production team, the decisions made &

their approach. Any decision regarding direction, music, choreography, make-up, hair, sets etc given by the creative team must be adhered to

o Take responsibility for learning your role & understand that others may take longer to learn their roles. Be courteous towards them.

o All phones to be switched off or on silent during rehearsals (preferably switched off).

o Swearing, bullying & anti-social behaviour will not be tolerated under any circumstances.

o Any issues that you may have can be raised with the Producer if it is production related or the Director if creative related. Issues should be raised and dealt with when they occur not after the show. It is not beneficial to any one person or the show to be dwelling on an issue that could easily be resolved

• Rehearsals o Rehearsals will commence & finish at the scheduled times. o Arrive at rehearsals to be ready to start working at the agreed

rehearsal time. o Everyone must give 100% all the time. Whether on or off stage, you

play a vital role towards the success of the show. o Do not hold back during rehearsals. You have the licence to try

anything. The production team would rather rein you in than try to push you towards a level.

o Production team to provide regular & ongoing feedback to the cast throughout rehearsals.

o Only a really good - genuine - reason is acceptable for missing a rehearsal. We are a team & everyone is accountable to each other. Regular absences will be not be tolerated and may result in the Director re-casting the role

o The Director will be available before and after each rehearsal to answer any questions or discuss any ideas you may have.

• Team Work o PARK YOUR EGO AT THE DOOR - Leave everyday issues, moods &

problems at the door. o EQUALITY – Everyone is equal. NO-ONE is more special or important

than anyone else. On & off stage. o Make the most of the time our group is together – it is a very short

time. o Do not be scared to ask for help or advice from anyone. THERE IS NO

DUMB QUESTION. o Commit to the production & make it a priority in your life. o Be prepared to listen and learn from each other & the production

team. Be open to feedback

• Maintain Good Health – Look after yourself, your health & voice, before rehearsals & during the production season.

• Advertising – Be prepared to sell the show to your family, friends & the public. When required, be available for any marketing activities undertaken.

• HAVE FUN – We will achieve something great together. Let’s make it an experience we will all never forget!!!!!

Performance Dates

Friday 4 May 2018, 8.00pm

Saturday 5 May 2018, 8.00pm

Sunday 6 May 2018, 2.00pm

Thursday 10 May 2018, 8.00pm

Friday 11 May 2018, 8.00pm

Saturday 12 May 2018, 8.00pm

Sunday 13 May 2018, 2.00pm

Thursday 17 May 2018, 8.00pm

Friday 18 May 2018, 8.00pm

Saturday 19 May 2018, 8.00pm

• Please note that all junior cast and crew will be expected to be at the theatre at least 2 hours before the show.

• Adult Cast will be expected to be at the Theatre at least 1 ½ before the show.

Tech Week and Show Week

We need to be very clear about the expectations of Tech Week and show weeks. They are very long and tiring, but oodles of fun! Many new families to HAC don’t realise that the schedule changes dramatically during these weeks.

The normal rehearsal schedule is replaced with Tech week rehearsal dates and times.

If you are successful in becoming part of the cast or involved backstage as crew, make-up, hair or orchestra, you need to be aware of what is involved during this week. Further information will be provided closer to Tech Week.

For the time being you will need to make sure you are available for the following dates including the performance dates above:

• Sunday 29 April 18 – Bump in – Adult Cast and Crew - TBC • Monday 30 April 18 – Tech rehearsal - Selected Cast Rehearsal • Tuesday 1 May 18 – Full dress rehearsal - Full Cast Rehearsal • Wednesday 2 May 18 – Full dress rehearsal • Thursday 3 May 18 – Rest night (maybe for any technical adjustments if

required) • Friday 4 May 18 – Opening Night

Rehearsals

Rehearsals will be held:

• Monday, 7.00pm-10.00pm

• Thursday, 7.00pm-10.00pm

• Sunday, 1.00pm-5.30pm All rehearsals at HAC shed until theatre week! Rehearsals commence Monday 29 January 2018. Initial Rehearsal schedule will be forwarded prior to this date. Orchestra Rehearsals will be determined once the orchestra has been assembled. Backstage crew, make up, costumes and hair crew will be required to attend some rehearsals later in the schedule to work with cast on their various areas. This is especially important for backstage crew who need to be familiar with the show and learn the movements of the stage as early as possible before going into the theatre.

No Rehearsals

At this stage there won’t be rehearsals held on the following dates:

• Sunday 1 April 2018 – Easter

• Monday 2 April 2018 – Easter Monday

Miscellaneous attendance As with most HAC shows, cast will also be required for various ‘other’ attendance to complete key show tasks. These include but are not limited to costume calls, photo shoots, video and media shoots. These are important tasks in the production of a show and cast are required to be available when required. The determination of these dates is difficult to anticipate at this point in time but where possible will be included in rehearsal schedules and all those required will be given ample notice. A Trivia Night is also being planned as a social event which all cast will be invited to, more details will be made available once the rehearsals commence.

Children and Rehearsals

Where possible the rehearsal schedule will be developed so that children are scheduled earlier in the evenings and on Sunday rehearsals. However, there will be exceptions where children will be required during the week, especially towards the end of the rehearsal and performance period.

Working with Children’s Check

Horsham Arts Council have adopted a Child Safe Policy to protect children who are involved in our shows. In accordance with this policy all adults involved in a production are required to have a valid Working with Children’s Check (WWCC) and nominate Horsham Arts Council as a volunteer organisation. This is not negotiable and applies to all adults in the Cast, Crew and the orchestra.

This WWCC must be completed and submitted to our Secretary Faye Johns by the first rehearsal. Members who have not submitted a valid WWCC will not be able to attend rehearsals until completed.

HAC Membership Fees

All cast, crew & orchestra members are required to be financial members of the HAC. Membership fees are as follows;

• $50 – Single membership

• $100 – Family membership (includes children under 18 years of age) Membership fees should be paid at the meet & greet on Saturday 16 December 2017. This will provide you membership for the 2018 year. The following payment methods will be accepted;

• Cash

• Cheque - Please make it out to Horsham Arts Council)

• Direct debit – Please use the following details;

Account Name: Horsham Arts Council BSB: 013-665 Account Number: 334 103 608 Reference: Please use your surname for identification purposes.

Membership fees can be accepted by the Treasurer (Colin Kreymborg) or the Producer (Luke Mitton). HAC is able to negotiate payment plans to assist members if required.

Absences Absences from rehearsals must be disclosed during the audition process by completing the audition form. The production team will not tolerate continual unexplained absences. Your absence does not affect only your part in the show, it affects the whole cast and production. Continual absences that may result in your part being re-cast. Valid reasons for absence from rehearsal are:

• Sickness

• Absence disclosed during auditions

• Work commitment’s

Production Garments

We will be organising a design for the production garment for cast & crew to wear as a souvenir & advertising of the show. Cast, crew and Musicians will be able to select from a t-shirt, hooded Jumper or Long sleeve shirt. Members who have been in past HAC shows can also elect to have the design printed onto an existing HAC garment. Measurements for cast & crew will be taken at the meet & greet day on Saturday 16 December 2017. We will also have samples for people to choose from. You will also be notified of prices for each garment. An upfront payment or payment plan organised with the producer (if required) is expected before an order is placed. No Exceptions.

Cast Auditions As this is a fully sung show auditions will consist of a vocal audition and a dance audition. The Audition Panel will consist of:

• Simon Dandy – Director

• Faye Johns – Vocal Director

• Jenny Grover – Vocal Director

• Libby Brennan – Assistant Director

• Emily Friedrichsen – Choreographer

• Jess Wilson – Assistant Director

Vocal Auditions Vocal Audition dates will be:

• Monday 20th November 2017, 7.00pm – last audition time 9.30pm

• Tuesday 21st November 2017, 5.30pm – last audition time 9.30pm

• Wednesday 22nd November 2017, 5.30pm – last audition time 9.30pm

• Saturday 25th November 2017, 9.30am – last audition time 10.30am

Adult cast auditioning for Joseph will need to come prepared with two contrasting songs. We want to see your vocal range and versatility, you may choose both songs from contemporary musical theatre or a song from musical theatre and a song from another contemporary genre. Please limit each song to 90 seconds and bring backing tracks. Please ensure backing tracks are edited to the 90 seconds that you will be singing. Children auditioning for the ensemble should come prepared with one song from a Musical. See below for ideas on audition songs. Please DO NOT choose any song from the Joseph Musical. Facilities will be available so that you can plug in a device to play your selected backing tracks. Vocal auditions will last for 30 minutes and we will be auditioning in groups of six.

What are we looking for? • Projection • Pitch • Facial expression • How you use the space during your audition • Energy (how you make us feel) • How you perform and tell the story

Dance Audition Dance audition dates will be:

• Monday 20th November 2017, 5.30pm – 6.30pm

• Saturday 25th November 2017, 11.00am – 12.00pm

Cast auditioning for Joseph will need to complete a dance audition. Please come prepared in appropriate clothing that will enable you a full range of movement. You will be taught a small routine, given some time to practice and then present the routine to the audition panel. We are looking for your ability to move/dance as well as your energy, expression and your presence on stage. Come prepared to put in your best and show us what you can do. We are also looking for people with special talents and abilities, this may be acrobatics, complex dance moves and other special talents. Please indicate on your audition form if you have a special talent or ability and be prepared to show us during your dance audition. The audition panel reserves the right to stop individuals during their audition. There are multiple reasons for this but it is the nature of the audition process.

Call Backs Should call backs be required they will be held on:

• Tuesday 28th November 2017

• Wednesday 29th November 2017

We will notify you if you are required for a call back. If you are auditioning for a

particular song then we recommend that you familiarise yourself with the

following songs for your call back (not your initial audition):

• Narrator – ‘Jacob and Sons’

• Joseph – ‘Close every door’

• Pharaoh – ‘Song of the King’

• Reuben – ‘One More Angel’

• Simeon – ‘Those Canaan Days’

• Judah – ‘Benjamin Calypso

• Ensemble & Children’s Ensemble – ‘Jacob and Sons’

Announcement of Joseph cast The final cast will be announced on Wednesday the 6 December 2017. Prior to this an email will be sent to notify you if you were successful or not and you will be required to acknowledge and accept your given role. Please note that if you are not successful it does not mean that you were not good enough. The audition panel take into account many factors when assessing everyone that has auditioned. On this basis, it may mean that someone else is more suited to that role.

Meet and Greet!

There will be a cast meet and greet on Sunday 17 December 2017 at 4.00pm

at Horsham Arts Council House.

This is a chance for the cast to meet each other but also to complete some

initial cast tasks including:

• HAC Membership

• Head shot photo for the program

• Order Production Garment

• Complete Bios

• Pick up script and initial rehearsal schedule

• Working with Children’s Check

A BBQ dinner will be provided, please bring along drinks a dish to share. BBQ

meat and bread provided.

Thank You

Thank you for your attendance to our information evening.

Please see one of our helpers to book in a cast audition time. Cast please complete a cast form prior to your audition.

Crew and Musician please complete the Crew and Musician form and return to Luke Mitton.

You can view the audition schedule at

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Please call Luke Mitton on 0418621730 to book an audition time.