2 Local Girls Sought for 'Emmet Otter'

Goodspeed Musicals is holding auditions for local Non-Equity child actors (GIRLS between ages 12-14) for its upcoming production of Jim Henson’s Emmet Otter. Auditions will be held on Saturday, Sept. 5, from 10 am to 1 pm at Goodspeed’s Norma Terris Theatre in Chester, CT.

Auditions are for the role and understudy of Jane – Jane is a typical, modern 14 year old, jaded and above it all, who has lost the meaning of Christmas but eventually finds it again. Actresses need to have a contemporary pop sound and move well. All auditions are by appointment only. Appointments may be made starting immediately b calling Company Management at (860) 873-8664, ext. 387, Tuesday through Sunday, 11 am - 5 pm.

Interested performers should bring a resume, photo and sheet music and be prepared to sing two short numbers: an up-tempo song and a ballad. Music must be legible and in the proper key (No lead sheets please). An accompanist will be provided. Those auditioning also will be asked to read a scene that will be provided.

Candidates must be available for rehearsals Nov. 10 – Dec. 4, 2009 and performances at the Goodspeed Opera House Dec. 5, 2009 – Jan. 3, 2010. Rehearsals and performances occur in East Haddam, CT. Candidates must be Non-Equity for the rehearsal and performance period.

Performers of all ethnicities are strongly encouraged to audition.

For more information, contact Elisa Hale (ext. 323) or Dan McMahon (ext. 324) at 860.873.8664, Elisa.Hale@goodspeed.org or Dan.McMahon@goodspeed.org.