AUDITIONS: Barn Theatre Children's SHow "Christmas in the Land of Oz"

The Barn Theatre in Montville, New Jersey will be holding open auditions on Saturday, October 19, 2013 for its upcoming production of "Christmas in the Land of Oz", adapted by Ruth Perry from the book by L. Frank Baum. Presented through special arrangement with Dramatic Publishing, Inc. The show will be directed by Erin Wilbur Gilgur.

AUDITION DATES: Saturday, October 19, 2013

11am-1pm Children ensemble only
1:30pm-3:30pm Teens and adults only

PERFORMANCE DATES:
Saturday, December 7, 2013 at 11am
Saturday, December 7, 2013 at 2pm
Sunday, December 8, 2013 at 2pm

SHOW DESCRIPTION:
Dorothy, back in Kansas with Christmas only a few days away, sees her Aunt Em and Uncle Henry losing heart because times are hard and there's no grass for the hungry cattle. However, Dorothy knows the place to replace a lost heart - the Land of Oz. With "the wink of an eye," she's there! There's trouble in Oz as well. With Dorothy gone, her old friends the Scarecrow, the Cowardly Lion and the Tin Woodsman don't know what to do about Christmas. They've been sending radio messages, "Calling Kansas. Calling Dorothy in Kansas." Dorothy is their only hope of dealing with the mischievous Winged Monkeys who've gone so far as to steal all the Christmas decorations! When finally the problems in Oz and Kansas are solved, the play closes with a rousing carol, proving that there is Christmas in Oz, Kansas, and everywhere!

CAST REQUIREMENTS:
Seeking a Cast of 15+:

6 Men, 7 Women (roles open to ages 16 to 100)
2 to 10 children's ensemble (open to children 10 years old and up (flying monkeys and munchkins))
Teen/young adult crew are also sought

NOTE: This a NON musical play. Scripts/sides will be provided.

CAST MEMBERS should be prepared to rehearse 2-3 times a week, be available for all evening during tech week (December 1-6, 2013) and for all performances. Questions regarding the production should be sent via e-mail to xmasinoz@barntheatre.org

Actors are asked to arrive to sign in within the first hour of the audition start time. All roles are available. Casting is open, and newcomers are especially welcomed. Crew and other volunteers are also needed for the event. If interested, please contact info@barntheatre.org .

The Barn Theatre is located at 32 Skyline Drive in Montville, NJ, just minutes off Route 287 (Exit 47). For more information or directions, call 973-334-9320 ext. 5, or visit www.barntheatre.org