The Milwaukee Rep Seeks Young Performers for A CHRISTMAS CAROL

MEDIA ALERT: SATURDAY, AUGUST 13 – PHOTO/VIDEO OPPORTUNITY

MILWAUKEE REPERTORY THEATER

Holds State Wide Open Call Audition For

Young Performer Roles in

A CHRISTMAS CAROL

Capture Dancing, Singing and Adorable ‘Tiny Tims’ shouting  

“God Bless Us Everyone!”

WHAT:                 It’s back to school and time for Christmas?!  What?!  Milwaukee Rep is unveiling a new adaptation of A Christmas Carol and to celebrate this Milwaukee Holiday Tradition they are holding a statewide open call audition for all young performer roles.   All kids aged 5-17 will audition for many roles including the iconic Tiny Tim.  Vocal warm ups, Dance calls and Carol singing will get everyone in the holiday spirit!

WHEN:                 Saturday, August 13

                                10:45am             Press Check in

11:00am             Photo/ Video/Interview opportunity with audition hopefuls.  Access to Dance Call, vocal auditions and Tiny Tim audition where kids will be asked to say the iconic line “God Bless us Everyone!”

                                11:45am             Complete

WHERE:               Milwaukee Repertory Theater – 108 E Wells Street

                                Check in at reception and continue up to the 4^th floor.

Please RSVP to Frances White at

fwhite@milwaukeerep.com

About A Christmas Carol:

Don’t miss the wonderment and joy of a brand new A Christmas Carol. Featuring the same traditional story with your favorite characters, Milwaukee Rep is excited to present a new, family friendly adaptation written by Rep Artistic Director Mark Clements. You’ll be transported back to the heart of Victorian London for a magical immersive experience on the biggest and most elaborate set The Rep has ever created. Jonathan Wainwright, a favorite of local audiences, will take on the role of Scrooge becoming the 12th actor to portray one of Dickens’ most recognizable characters. Join Bob Cratchit, Tiny Tim, and Scrooge in this holiday classic the whole family will love!  Tickets can be purchased at www.MilwaukeeRep.com, by calling The Rep’s Ticket Office at 414-224-9490 or in-person at 108 East Wells Street in downtown Milwaukee. A Christmas Carol begins performances November 29 and runs through December 24 at the historic Pabst Theater.  A Christmas Carol is presented by Wells Fargo.