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Costume Parade/Photo Week @ Valverde School of Performing Arts

Jun 8 – Jun 14 all-day

Wear your costume to class and come camera ready! It’s our Costume Parade/Photo Week. Teachers will spot check costumes, hair, tights, shoes, etc. You may also sign up to take individual photos from a professional photographer on site!

Photographer’s Schedule

Jun

9

Sun

James & the Giant Peach Jr. Auditions

Tickets

Jun 9 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Please prepare 16 – 32 bars of a musical theater piece to sing. Sheet music is required. You may be asked to stay and dance. Please bring jazz shoes.

Please use the link to schedule an audition time.

Rehearsals begin: Tuesday, July 23rd

Show Dates: August 10-11th

Character Breakdown

Ladahlord

Ladahlord is a mysterious character who seems to have a hand in the magical things that are happening. Though he may seem a bit off, he carefully watches over James, making sure James moves towards to a better life. Ladahlord also serves as a guiding narrator throughout the story. This is a perfect role for a charismatic young actor who can sing and dance well.

Gender: Male

Vocal range top: Gb5

Vocal range bottom: G3

James

James is the hero of our story, on an epic quest to find a family of his own and gain confidence in himself. Cast a young boy with an unchanged voice and someone who has great acting instincts. Make sure he can win over an audience and is comfortable being onstage.

Gender: Male

Vocal range top: E5

Vocal range bottom: G#3

Ladybug

Ladybug immediately takes on a doting, maternal role in James life. This is a fantastic role for a performer with a great singing voice and a regal demeanor.

Gender: Female

Vocal range top: D5

Vocal range bottom: A3

Grasshopper

Grasshopper, the leader of the Insects, is ever the optimist and assumes a paternal role in James life. Cast a performer who can sing and act well, but foremost has a warm, inviting presence.

Gender: Male

Vocal range top: F#5

Vocal range bottom: A3

Spider

Spider is a clever creature who becomes  a fun-loving older sister to James. A young woman with a spunky personality and a great voice is a perfect choice for the role.

Gender: Female

Vocal range top: C5

Vocal range bottom: B3

Earthworm

Earthworm is a gentle spirit, although he can be a bit of a coward. Luckily, he gains enough courage to save the day by baiting some gullible seagulls. Earthworm looks at James as a brother figure. Cast a performer who can sing well, and more importantly, someone who isn t afraid of being a little outlandish.

Gender: Male

Vocal range top: A5

Vocal range bottom: B3

Centipede

Centipede may be a bit of grouch, but he is ever-loyal to the pack, and by the end of the story, he s won over by James. James sees Centipede as that cranky uncle with a heart of gold. Centipede should have a good singing voice, and be able to make strong, specific acting choices.

Gender: Male

Vocal range top: F#5

Vocal range bottom: G3

Spiker and Sponge

Spiker and Sponge are the sort of aunts (or monsters) that you fear ever being stuck with. They take James into their home but only so that he can be their own personal servant. Spiker is the brains of the operation, and Sponge is more concerned with finding something to eat. These are great character roles for two young performers who are fantastic singers and actors. To play into the humor, cast a duo that contrasts completely in physical appearance.

Gender: Female

Vocal range top: E5

Vocal range bottom: F3

Zoo Crowd

Mr. Trotter, Mrs. Trotter, Karl Kreatour and the Zoo Crowd are all part of James nightmare. These are small, featured roles, so feel free to cast from your ensemble.

Gender: Any

Matron Nurse

The Matron Nurse runs the Painswick Orphanage, and you definitely get a sense she hasn t had a vacation in years. This is a great acting role for a young woman who can command a room.

Gender: Female

Billy and Bobby Bobby-Cop

Billy and Bobby Bobby-Cop are a perfectly unified pair of cops working for Scotland Yard. This is fun cameo role for two performers who work well together.

Gender: Male

Echos Auditions @ Valverde Main Campus

Tickets

Jun 9 @ 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm

Prepare 16 bars of a song & bring sheet music!
A short combination and across the floor series is included in audition. Bring your Jazz shoes!!

This group is a training ground for those who aren’t yet at the required levels to be in E3 but already show an interest and passion. They will act as special guests for 2 – 3 performances in a 6 month period.

Requirements: Ages 7-11
Jr. Jazz 1-2 & Children’s Choir
6 Month Commitment

Jun

10

Mon

Class Registration for 2019 – 2020 Begins @ VSPA Online

Tickets

Jun 10 @ 9:00 am

The new season will run July 11th, 2019 – June 30th, 2020. Class sizes are limited. Please register early.

Cast DE Act 1 Rehearsal

Tickets

Jun 15 @ 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm

Cast DE Act 2 Rehearsal

Tickets

Jun 15 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Jun

17

Mon

Act 1 Tech Rehearsal @ Lewis Family Playhouse

Tickets

Jun 17 @ 4:30 pm – 10:00 pm

Enter Through Arbor Court (circle drive)

Peewees 4:30 – 6:30pm

Jrs. 6:30 – 8:00pm

Youth/Teen/Adult 7:30-10:00pm

Jun

18

Tue

Act 2 Tech Rehearsal @ Lewis Family Playhouse

Tickets

Jun 18 @ 4:30 pm – 10:30 pm

Enter Through Arbor Court (circle drive)

Peewees 4:30 – 6:30pm

Jrs. 6:30 – 8:00pm

Youth/Teen/Adult 7:30-10:00pm

Jun

19

Wed

Dress Rehearsal (Select Classes Only)

Tickets

Jun 19 @ 4:30 pm – 10:30 pm

Selected classes will be emailed if they are chosen to participate in the Dress Rehearsal. Performers will arrive at 4:30pm and plan on staying until at least 8:30pm. Most classes will be excused at that point. Some classes will remain to continue to fine tune their performance until 10:00pm. Please bring approved snacks for students and make sure they have a way to contact you when they are finished.

Jun

20

Thu

Summer Showcase 2019 @ Lewis Family Playhouse

Tickets

Jun 20 all-day

More Details to follow…

Character Breakdown

Requirements: Ages 7-11 Jr. Jazz 1-2 & Children’s Choir 6 Month Commitment

Requirements: Ages 7-11
Jr. Jazz 1-2 & Children’s Choir
6 Month Commitment