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FINALLY! THE LION KING AUDITIONS!

DISNEY THEATRICALS HAS DECIDED TO CAST THE ENTIRE LION KING PRODUCTION IN SOUTH AFRICA. THESE AUDITIONS ARE FOR ALL THE LION KING ROLES THE PRODUCTION IS GOING ON AN ASIAN TOUR

READ CAREFULLY! IF YOU SHOW UP ON THE WRONG DAY YOU WILL NOT BE AUDITIONED. YOU WILL BE TURNED AWAY

WORD OF MOUTH PRODUCTIONS, THE OFFICIAL CASTING AGENTS WILL HOLD AUDITIONS IN FEBRUARY

SINGING AUDITIONS, OPEN CALLS FOR THE FOLLOWING CHARACTERS;
SIMBA, NALA, RAFIKI, MUFASA, HYENA'S (SHENZI, BANZAI) AND ALL COVERS AND ENSEMBLE

FEBRUARY 24 JOBURG MARKET THEATRE LAB NEWTOWN
FEBRUARY 26 DURBAN BAT CENTER
FEBRUARY 28 CAPE TOWN THEATRE ARTS COLLECTIVE

SINGING AUDITIONS, OPEN CALLS FOR THE FOLLOWING CHARACTERS:
ZAZU, SCAR, PUMBAA, TIMONE

FEBRUARY 25 JOBURG MARKET THEATRE LAB NEWTOWN
FEBRUARY 27 DURBAN BAT CENTER
MARCH 01 CAPE TOWN THEATRE ARTS COLLECTIVE

DANCE AUDITIONS: (ONLY IN MARCH)

MARCH 13 JOBURG THEATRE DANCE STUDIOS
MARCH 16 DURBAN PLAYHOUSE THEATRE
MARCH 19 CAPE TOWN ARTSCAPE

AUDIITIONS START AT 9AM NO ONE UNDER 18

CASTING BRIEF:

SCAR: To play a male lion in his mid 30’s – mid 40’s. Mufasa’s brother and Simba’s uncle. Evil and maniacal but still capable of humor and high style. Scar will do anything to be the King of the Pridelands. This role requires an exceptional actor (Classical training is helpful) who is also a character singer.

MUFASA: To play a strong, masculine male lion in his mid 30’s – mid 40’s. The King of the African Pridelands. Regal, omnipotent and powerful. Must have a physical strength and have an excellent, rich baritone voice.

RAFIKI: To play female in her late 20’s – mid 40’s. A soulful, but comedic, African female baboon. Sings “The Circle of Life”. Must possess an excellent, rich unique South African style belt voice.

ADULT SIMBA: To play male in his late teens – early 30’s. Male actor/singer to play the African lion, Simba. This actor must have s*x appeal, charm and an urban sensibility as well as a strong pop/rock singing voice. Should be a high baritone and able to sing to an “A”. Must be in excellent physical condition and dance and/or move very well. Should be 5’8” – 6’2”.

ADULT NALA: To play female in her late teens – late 20’s. Female actor/singer to play Nala, a very attractive African lion with s*x appeal and charm. Should have excellent pop belt to an “E.” Must be in excellent physical shape and have great strength and presence. Must dance/and or move well.

TIMON: To play male in his late 20’s – mid 40’s. A meerkat. Wise cracking, New York urban comic character actor. Stand-up comedy experience is a plus. No taller than 5’8”. Character singer. Actor must move well and be comfortable operating a puppet.

PUMBAA: To play male in his late 20’s – mid 40’s. Timon’s sidekick. Not so bright but loveable warthog. Should also have strong comedic skills. Somewhat larger frame or body type is preferred. Character singer. A gravelly distinctive voice is good.

ZAZU: To play male in his early 30’s – mid 40’s. A parrot-like bird (or a hornbill). A proper and somewhat befuddled, English butler with a cynical outlook on life but completely dediated to the king, Actor must possess strong comedic skills. Character singer. This actor must be comfortable operating a puppet.

SHENZI (Female), BANZAI (Male) AND ED (Male): To play in their late 20’s – early 40’s. Funny, maniacal hyenas. Street smart and urban. Must have strong rock and roll singing voices. Actors must move well and be comfortable operating puppets. Ed will also cover Timon and Zazu.

YOUNG SIMBA: To play male cub age 9-12. Looking for a natural young actor/singer who is able to move well to be the future King of the Pridelands. A natural talent with charm and charisma able to hold the stage on his own with confidence and truth. Looking for kids with personality. ACTOR MUST BE UNDER 58 INCHES.

YOUNG NALA: To play female cub age 9 – 12. Looking for a natural young actress/singer who is able to move well. Looking for a confident young lady cub to keep Simba in his place. A natural talent with personality, confidence and strength. Looking for kids with personality. ACTRESS MUST BE UNDER 58 INCHES.

DANCERS:
Seeking strong male and female dancers with a modern/ballet dance background-late teens to early 30’s. Some male dancers require strong acrobatic skills.
DANCERS PREPARE: You must be warmed up and ready by the start time. Bring dance clothes plus at jazz shoes or bare feet. You may be asked to sing, so please bring a contemporary song that shows your voice and range. Bring sheet music.

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Royal SHOWstoppers Talent Competition!

Auditions for SINGERS and DANCERS

When: Sunday 24th May
Where: Royal Yacht Club (near the Bat Centre, Wilson's Wharf)

SINGERS:
9:30am - 10am Registration
10am - 1pm Auditions

Prepare a 2 - 2:30minute number (any style) with a backing track.
Please bring track on CD, clearly marked with singer's name)

R5000 worth of prizes per age category
Juniors: Grade 1 - 7
Seniors: Grade 8 - 12
Open: 19 years - 30 years

DANCERS:
Crews of 3 - 8 members
Registration: 1:30pm - 2pm
Auditions: 2 - 3 pm
R5000 CASH prize for winning crew

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Hi Tanya I forgot to tell you. The DALRO ACT auditions are on for any aspiring actors, singers and dancers who want to further their creative art but do not have money to enrol at varsity. The Durban auditions are happening on 30 June and 1july 2015. All who want to audition must go to www.act.org.za to enlist. It's only for high school graduates and up to the age of 25. Spread the word to all who want freedom to live their artistic dreams while making a living from it.

Welcome to the Arts & Culture Trust The Arts & Culture Trust (ACT) of South Africa. The ACT is the oldest funding agency in democratic South Africa. It was established to secure financial and other resources for arts, culture and heritage.

Well Done to my student!!!!Sarah Donkin, on her nomination for New Female Performer for The Mercury Durban Theater Awards.