“CHILDREN OF EDEN” CAST LIST:
FATHER: Dave Perkins
ADAM: Adam Coon
EVE: Megan Ward
CAIN: Jared Wigent
ABEL: Brian Coon
NOAH: Thom Singer
MAMA NOAH: Nicole Spadafore
JAPHETH: Andrew Raub
SHEM: David Brown
HAM: Bruce Manett
APHRA: Marty Manett
AYSHA: Sara Yosick
YONAH: Lynn Lehman
YOUNG CAIN: Wyatt Short
YOUNG ABEL: A.J. Yosick
SNAKE: TBA

STORYTELLERS: Kelly Beerbower (I & II), Melissa Beerbower (I & II), David Brown (I), Adam Coon (II), Brian Coon (II), Alyssa Davis (I & II), Ashlee Dietsch (I & II), Briana Gearhart (I & II), Linda Jinks (I & II), Ron Jinks (I & II), Nathan Lamore (I & II), Lynn Lehman (I), Destiny Lee (I & II), Bruce Manett (I), Marty Manett (I), John Opdycke (I & II), Andrew Raub (I), Wyatt Short (I & II), Thom Singer (I), Nicole Spadafore (I), Lisa Tippin (I & II), Amy Von Deylen (I & II), Megan Ward (II), Jared Wigent (II), Casey Wood (I & II), A.J. Yosick (I & II), Sara Yosick (I)

CHILD STORYTELLERS: Abby Bellamy (I & II), Amelia Hancock (I & II), Lande Hancock (I & II), Baylee Krupp (I & II), Samuel Myers (I & II), Katherine Pool (I & II), & Cory Yosick (I & II)

SELECT DANCERS: Mason Bassett, others TBA

Congrats to the cast members and thank you to all the wonderfully talented actors, singers, and dancers who came out to audition.  What a thrill to discover so much talent (young as well as more seasoned) in Northwest Ohio!  We are confident that this year’s show will be as successful as in year’s past. See you all July 26-29 in the Fountain City.

Dear Children of Eden Auditioners; March 2012

“Let There Be” a “Perfect” reason to bring those who love the fine arts together in a momentous “Pursuit of Excellence” as Fountain City Festival presents a “Spark of Creation” in Northwest Ohio! Yes, Children of Eden (music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz and book by John Caird) is an opportunity for all “Generations” to proclaim our show theme “mmm…mmm!” as we combine Messages, Music, and Movement to Make Memorable Moments! Don’t miss this amazing opportunity to be a part of something extraordinary.

The show will be produced by Heather Teegarden, directed by Carol Kurivial, music directed by Jim Sauder, and choreographed by Emily Bird. The show dates are July 26, 27, 28 and 29.

The audition packet is available at the Bryan Chamber of Commerce, 138 S. Lynn ( 9-5 Mon – Fri) It will give you all the information you need in order to have a successful audition, including basic information, a show synopsis, audition narratives, musical selections and dance instructions.

AUDITIONS:

? Friday, April 27—6 to 9 p.m. and Saturday, April 28—9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

(Open ½ hour early to fill out audition papers, rehearse choreography, etc.)

? Wesley United Methodist Church, 903 Center St., Bryan

? CALLBACKS—only for those personally contacted: April 28, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Masonic Temple, 116 N. Lynn St.

? DANCERS—Friday, April 27, from 6 – 9 p.m. at Wesley United Methodist Church, OR Saturday, April 28, at Bryan Masonic Temple (116 North Lynn Street) from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. NOTE: Singing not required, but must learn music to lip sync to songs.

REHEARSALS:

? Regular schedule on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday evenings; occasionally on Friday night or Saturday morning as needed

? Leads will begin rehearsing in May (TBD) on individual and small group basis

? Regular rehearsals begin Monday, June 4

THE CAST:

? Lead parts: Father (God), Adam, Eve, Cain, Abel, Seth, Noah, Mama Noah, Japheth, Ham, Shem, Aphra (wife), Aysha (wife), Yonah, Young Cain and Young Abel

? 15 to 30 adult Storytellers (high school aged and beyond…way beyond)

? 8 to 12 child Storytellers who have completed 4th through 8th grade

? 4 to 6 select dancers

? SNAKE ensemble for 5 to 10 people—minimal time commitment required: three to five SNAKE rehearsals, all rehearsals scheduled two weeks prior to the show, and attendance at all performances

AUDITION INFORMATION:

You will be evaluated at the audition on three levels: singing, acting and dancing.

Singing: Accompanist available, or you may bring tape or CD; evaluated on sound quality/pitch, diction, energy and facial expression

? Auditioning for lead—sing one of solos of your desired character (see audition packet)

? Other characters—sing 16 to 20 measures of any song

Acting: Be prepared to act out any of gender/age appropriate selections from the audition packet; memorization of parts not required for audition

Dancing: Everyone, including children will perform a short, relatively simple piece of choreography; tape of choreography available for viewing at audition, you can stay in the viewing room as long as need to become comfortable with the steps

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

We are asking each cast member to purchase his/her own copy of the Children of Eden CD to help learn the music as quickly as possible.

All cast members are required to help with set striking and general clean-up—date TBD.

The packet has been prepared to assure that you have a successful audition. Please read all of the information carefully, familiarize yourself with its contents, feel free to mark it in any way, and bring it with you to the audition for your personal use. If you have any further questions or concerns feel free to contact Carol Kurivial via phone (419-630-6410) or email (kurivial@cityofbryan.net).

The cast will be posted on the Fountain City Festival web site (fcflive.com) and also e-mailed sometime during the first week of May.

We encourage you to audition for Children of Eden…a show with incredible music, a story with relevance for all ages, and one that will affect your life for many years to come. See you there! 

Friday April 27 (6pm-10pm)

Saturday April 28 (9am-3pm)

All auditions will be held at the Bryan Wesley United Methodist Church (903 Center Street, Bryan Ohio).  Keep checking here for more information about this beautiful show,

For the 2012 season Fountain City Festival will be presenting Children of Eden by Stephen Schwartz.

We’re looking for staff positions including:

• Director
• Producer
• Vocal Director
• Costume Coordinator
• and more!

If you are interested in being part of the Children of Eden staff please send your resume and letter of intent to John Opdycke at opdycke1@verizon.net.  Please check back for more announcements!

Audition Requirements
2 minute song of choice – can be from “Wizard of Oz” or not.*
Cold read from “Wizard of Oz”
Simple Dance Audition

*An accompanist will be provided.  Please bring your sheet music with you.

Get Directions to Wesley United Methodist Church:

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AT THE ARTS & EDUCATION BUILDING IN BRYAN
124 S Beech St Bryan, OH 43506

Based on the 1939 Victor Fleming film starring Judy Garland, The Wizard of Oz tells the story of Dorothy Gale.

(From Wikipedia)

In the story, Dorothy Gale, a 12-year-old Kansas farmgirl, is knocked unconscious during a tornado. She, her dog Toto, and the farmhouse are apparently swept up in the storm and dropped into the magical Land of Oz, where she sets out on the yellow brick road to the Emerald City to ask the Wizard of Oz to return her to Kansas. During her journey, she meets a Scarecrow, a Tin Man and a Cowardly Lion, who join her, hoping to receive what they lack themselves (a brain, a heart, and courage, respectively). They are pursued by the Wicked Witch of the West, who wants her dead sister’s magic ruby slippers, now worn by Dorothy. At the end of the film, Dorothy finds herself back in her own bed at the farmhouse, but in Kansas, where her aunt tries to convince her that she dreamt her adventures in Oz.

The film was MGM‘s most expensive production up to that time. Initially, The Wizard of Oz made only a small profit due to its enormous budget, despite largely favorable critical reviews, but it made up for that in subsequent re-releases. “Over the Rainbow” won the Academy Award for Best Original Song and the film itself received several Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture. Telecasts of the film began in 1956, and because of them the film has found a larger audience—its television screenings were once an annual tradition and have re-introduced the film to the public, making The Wizard of Oz one of the most famous films ever made.^[2] The Library of Congress named The Wizard of Oz as the most-watched film in history.^[3] It is often ranked among the top ten best movies of all-time in various critics’ and popular polls, and it has provided many memorable quotes of both modern American and world popular culture.

FCF is currently seeking directors, producers, choreographers, set designers, and other staff for the Wizard of Oz.

AUNT ELLER                                    LINDA JINKS

CURLY                                              NATE CALL

LAUREY                                           REBEKAH FONT

WILL PARKER                                  KYLE KURIVIAL

ADO ANNIE                                      KATA BEACH

ALI HAKIM                                       SETH NOFZIGER

JUD FRY                                           GARY TAYLOR

GERTIE CUMMINGS                                    CHELSEA ENNEN

ANDREW CARNES                          RON JINKS

DREAM LAUREY                             TAYLOR ENNEN

DREAM LAUREY (UNDERSTUDY)        MELISSA TIPPIN

DREAM CURLY                               ALEX STUCKEY

SLIM/ FRED                                      NATE HARGER

IKE                                                    ELLIOT NOFZIGER

CORED ELAM                                  DAVID CONNORS

MIKE                                                            ALEX STUCKEY

JOE                                                    JOHN ROBINSON

TOM                                                  DREW LOTT

ELLEN                                               MCKENZIE FRAZER

KATE                                                 MELISSA TIPPIN

VIRGINIA                                         BAILEY MAYER

DANCERS :
DREW LOTT, MELISSA TIPPIN, TADER SHIPLEY, ALEX STUCKEY,
ASHLEY BROWN, TAYLOR ENNEN, JEREMY DAVIS, JENNY IMBER

CHORUS:
MEGAN FRY, TARA MICHAELS, HALEY WISE, DEB MATTOCKS, AMY VONDEYLEN, SARA SCHAPER, KOLBY ROBERTS, BRITTNEY COMBS, ALLI WILL, LAUREN KIRK

CHILDREN:
DELANEY ZUVER, BAYLEE KRUPP, KAYLA ARNOLD, FAITH STAMBAUGH

We would like to thank everyone who auditioned. Making the casting decision was very difficult due to the overwhelming amount of talent we saw at both days of auditions.

NOTE TO THE CAST: You will be contacted next week with regards to rehearsals.  Congratulations!