Fiddler on the Roof (Launceston)

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Fiddler on the Roof (Launceston) Jan 19, 2004 10:59:25 GMT 11

Post by Buff on Jan 19, 2004 10:59:25 GMT 11

The Launceston Players will present this heart-warming, humorous musical that deals with the struggle to hold onto one’s beliefs in the midst of hostile and chaotic times.

It will be presented at the Princess Theatre from 29 September to 9 October 2004

The Fiddler Team:
Marcus Morton, Executive Producer
Michelle Cripps, Director
Petrina Hingston, Musical Director
Connor O’Brian, Conductor
Brian Hobby, Lighting Director
James Foster, Sound Director
Sonja Hindrum, Costume Director
Linda Butler, Stage Manager

The St Cecilia Orchestra, with thanks to Matthews Tyson, has again offered their support as has the School of Architecture whose third year students will design and construct the set. There will be a public meeting on Thursday, 29 January at 7.30 p.m. at the Earl Arts Centre to provide details for anyone interested in being a part of this production. Timelines, a script outline, cast roles, crew positions, the audition process and sponsorship details are just some of the points that will be highlighted.

We hope that you will spread the word amongst your family, friends and colleagues and that you will proudly support the 2004 production, Fiddler on the Roof.

For further information you can check the
Players website
www.launcestonplayers.com.au
email <fiddler2004@hotmail.com>
or contact Michelle on 0407 360 403.

"To love another person is to see the face of God" - Les Miserables

Parade of Stars character - Enjolras from "Les Miserables"
Medley of the Stars song - Do You Hear The People Sing, from Les Misérables

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Fiddler on the Roof (Launceston) Feb 2, 2004 8:56:43 GMT 11

Post by Buff on Feb 2, 2004 8:56:43 GMT 11

Auditions

Timeline

End December 2003: All key production personnel in place
End January 2004: Information Evening
End March 2004: Auditions
Mid April 2004: Casting Announcements
Mid May 2004: Meet the Cast function
Early June 2004: Rehearsals commence (Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday PM)
29th September: Schools performance
1st October: Opening Night!

Audition Process
Auditions: will be held from the 19th to the 21st of March.
Children's auditions: will be the evening of the19th
Adult auditions: will be the 20th and 21st of March

Points to remember:
The audition process will take approximately an hour
It involves taking measurements, your photograph and the actual audition
You do not have to book an audition time.
Come at your convenience

Auditions-acting
Upon arrival, you will be given an appropriate exert from the script. You will be given time to rehearse it.You will then be asked to present this at your audition

Auditions-Singing
You will be asked to complete a number of exercises that assist us in determining your range, ear for pitch ...

You will be asked to sing a song of your choice. It does not have to be from the show but should be relevant to the style of Fiddler. (Please bring any piano accompaniment)

Process continued
All those whom have auditioned will be sent a letter outlining whether they have been successful and outlining any call back requirements

Call backs will take place at the beginning of April with all casting completed by April 18th

From www.launcestonplayers.com

Buff

"To love another person is to see the face of God" - Les Miserables

Parade of Stars character - Enjolras from "Les Miserables"
Medley of the Stars song - Do You Hear The People Sing, from Les Misérables

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Buff Director An actor's a guy, who, if you ain't talking about him, ain't listening - Marlon Brando Posts: 1,783	Fiddler on the Roof (Launceston) Mar 18, 2004 12:44:00 GMT 11 Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Buff on Mar 18, 2004 12:44:00 GMT 11 I'm auditioning Saturday Wish me luck! Buff
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Talissa Director Almighty cough evil cough moderator Posts: 2,324	Fiddler on the Roof (Launceston) Mar 18, 2004 13:04:36 GMT 11 Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Talissa on Mar 18, 2004 13:04:36 GMT 11 Chookahs!!! You'll do great!
	~And when he saw her face In his heart there was space For none. No other but she~ Parade of Stars character - Marguerite, from The Scarlet Pimpernel Medley of the Stars song - L'Un Vers L'Autre, from Les Miserables

Lana Ensemble Enthusiast If only life were a song and dance number... Posts: 169	Fiddler on the Roof (Launceston) Mar 18, 2004 14:07:21 GMT 11 Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Lana on Mar 18, 2004 14:07:21 GMT 11 Good luck! Let us know how it goes! I was thinking of auditioning but I'm leaving on April 19 so it'd be a waste of their time and mine.
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Fiddler on the Roof (Launceston) Mar 22, 2004 10:41:54 GMT 11

Post by Buff on Mar 22, 2004 10:41:54 GMT 11

Well here’s what happened with my audition.

I had developed a throat, eye & nose infection on Thursday but wasn’t feeling too bad on Saturday. The panel consisted of Director (knew her from Les Miserables – Executive Producer), Musical Director (a good friend, her sister is married to my brother and she was MD for Godspell) and Stage Manager (was Stage Manager in Les Miserables).

When we had arrived we had been give a couple of pages with several monologues on them. We had to choose one to perform for them. Firstly we had to read it as if we were in the theatre so everyone could here very clearly. Then read it again as if we were saying it to a child. Finally, I was asked to read only the first line (as they realised I was under the weather) in an extremely loud voice, but without shouting.

I then got to sing. I had chosen “Wick” from The Secret Garden. Both the accompanist and the MD had played it (not an easy piano part) so they had a discussion as to who would play it for me. I sung through the first part and they stopped me, as they were happy with what I had done. I was happy because the second half is the more difficult.

They then asked if I knew the song “Miracle of Miracles” from Fiddler (I had written down that I wanted the role of Motel.) I casually said “ A bit” not telling them that I had got the score out of the local library to practice! I sang through most of that song and did OK.

Lastly they asked me to read the monologue again as if I was the character Motel.

I’ll be extremely surprised if I don’t get a call-back, but as to the role ….. I’ll have to wait and see.

Buff

"To love another person is to see the face of God" - Les Miserables

Parade of Stars character - Enjolras from "Les Miserables"
Medley of the Stars song - Do You Hear The People Sing, from Les Misérables

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Fiddler on the Roof (Launceston) Mar 29, 2004 9:10:15 GMT 11

Post by Buff on Mar 29, 2004 9:10:15 GMT 11

There was a message on my answering machine last night from the Director. They want me in the production

and they want me in a role

I have to attend a call back session on Thursday.

I wish they would give us a bit more information

Buff

"To love another person is to see the face of God" - Les Miserables

Parade of Stars character - Enjolras from "Les Miserables"
Medley of the Stars song - Do You Hear The People Sing, from Les Misérables

Keeper of the Elegant Thimble

Talissa Director Almighty cough evil cough moderator Posts: 2,324	Fiddler on the Roof (Launceston) Mar 29, 2004 10:05:14 GMT 11 Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Talissa on Mar 29, 2004 10:05:14 GMT 11 Congratulations! Let us know what they say :-D
	~And when he saw her face In his heart there was space For none. No other but she~ Parade of Stars character - Marguerite, from The Scarlet Pimpernel Medley of the Stars song - L'Un Vers L'Autre, from Les Miserables

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Fiddler on the Roof (Launceston) Apr 2, 2004 11:55:32 GMT 11

Post by Buff on Apr 2, 2004 11:55:32 GMT 11

The call back went well.

The good news is that I'll have a role, but the bad news is that I don't know which one yet. :roll: It will either be Motel or Perchik. They have another guy they are auditioning, but he couldn't be there last night. There is another call back (for the whole cast, not just leads) on Saturday morning and the other guy and I will be taken aside and sorted out.

The director said she was leaning toward Perchik for me but would wait and see on Saturday. Either way, it will be my biggest role to date so I'm happy.

I spent most time singing with the ladies auditioning for the daughter roles to see how are voices matched. I knew most of them so it was fairly comfortable. I also got to have a go at "Miracle of Miracles" and Perchiks song (I think it's called "I have everything" :? )

Now I wait again!

Buff

"To love another person is to see the face of God" - Les Miserables

Parade of Stars character - Enjolras from "Les Miserables"
Medley of the Stars song - Do You Hear The People Sing, from Les Misérables

Keeper of the Elegant Thimble

Buff Director An actor's a guy, who, if you ain't talking about him, ain't listening - Marlon Brando Posts: 1,783	Fiddler on the Roof (Launceston) Apr 4, 2004 14:14:57 GMT 11 Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Buff on Apr 4, 2004 14:14:57 GMT 11 I'm Perchik! More details later. Buff
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Talissa Director Almighty cough evil cough moderator Posts: 2,324	Fiddler on the Roof (Launceston) Apr 5, 2004 9:19:36 GMT 11 Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Talissa on Apr 5, 2004 9:19:36 GMT 11 Congratulations! You'll have a ball
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Fiddler on the Roof (Launceston) Apr 5, 2004 9:32:41 GMT 11

Post by Buff on Apr 5, 2004 9:32:41 GMT 11

As I said, I'm Perchik!

Saturday's call back was the whole cast. I'm not sure if they are going to cull anyone, but based on the numbers I doubt it.

We were taught a small part of "Sunrise, Sunset" and got to sing that over and over

The MD is a friend of mine so she got me to sing with the different guys parts to help each group learn their part. There were quite a few who couldn't hold the part once I changed :roll: After a bit of practice, it started to sound alright, though.

We'll get official letter after Easter and start rehearsing early June.

Buff

Last Edit: Apr 5, 2004 9:33:46 GMT 11 by Buff

"To love another person is to see the face of God" - Les Miserables

Parade of Stars character - Enjolras from "Les Miserables"
Medley of the Stars song - Do You Hear The People Sing, from Les Misérables

Keeper of the Elegant Thimble