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WIND IN THE WILLOWS
Directed by Treva Offutt
Music Directed by Stacy Bolton
Stage Managed by Zach Nicol
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Auditions for all youth in grades 1-12 will be held on:
Tuesday, October 28, 6:00-8:00 PM AND Wednesday, October 29, 6:00 – 8:00 PM, at
Wiley Middle School, 2181 Miramar Blvd., University Heights, OH 44118
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Please enter the school through the main glass doors near the roundabout
Callbacks will be held on Thursday, October 30, 6-9 PM, by invitation only at Wiley Middle School.
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If you are not called back, please know that does not mean you are not cast.
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Please note: If you are not available to audition on these dates:
Please e-mail hytstagemanager@gmail.com as soon as possible.
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Rehearsals and performances will be held at: Wiley Middle School, 2181 Miramar Blvd., University Heights, OH 44118
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Casting Information: All roles are available. HYT is committed to non-traditional casting. Actors will be cast solely based on talent, except
In cases where age, race, or physical ability is essential to a role.
WHAT TO PREPARE:
Grades 1-5 (INFO TO BE POSTED SOON)
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Grades 6-12
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One selection in the style of the show up to a minute in length (ie- one verse and one chorus).
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Accompanist provided (no acapella singing) Bring complete sheet music and be sure the excerpt you will be singing is clearly marked where the excerpt starts and ends.
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It is REQUIRED that music for the accompanist (Music Director) be in either a book or binder. Loose-leaf pages of music should NEVER be presented to the pianist during auditions.
Everyone, please bring a headshot or photo (Resume optional) and fill out the audition form, found at the top of this page before coming to the audition. Additionally, please list all conflicts on the audition form or come prepared with your conflicts to complete a form during the auditions.
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We will be looking for the following when you audition:
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Listening skills and receptivity to feedback
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Positive behavior
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Ability to sing consistently on pitch and with expression
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A solid sense of beat and rhythm
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Overall preparation (knowledge of song and self-presentation)
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Rehearsals will begin on Wednesday, November 5, at 6:00 PM. Rehearsals will be Monday-Friday, between 5:30-8:30 pm. You will not be called every day, only when you are needed to work. Please note - there may be some Saturday rehearsals as well.
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Attendance at ALL tech week rehearsals, sitzprobe on Thursday, January 8, 6-9 PM (where the orchestra and cast will play and sing through the show), as well as all performances, is mandatory. Tech rehearsals begin on Monday, January 12, 2025, and run through January 15, 2026.
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Production Dates:
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Fridays, January 16 & 23, 2026, 7 PM
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Saturday, January 17 & 24, 2026, 7 PM
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Sunday, January 18 & 25, 2026, 2 PM
OVERVIEW
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The Wind in the Willows tells the charming and whimsical story of four animal friends who live along the riverbank: the kind-hearted Mole, the wise Rat, the protective Badger, and the impulsive, thrill-seeking Mr. Toad. When Toad becomes obsessed with motorcars, his reckless adventures put him in constant danger and threaten the peace of the countryside. His friends rally to save him from himself, while also defending Toad Hall from a band of sneaky weasels, stoats, and ferrets who try to take over. Full of humor, adventure, and heart, this timeless tale celebrates friendship, loyalty, and the beauty of home.
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