DIY Teen Theatre

Hello Wonderland!

We’re so excited to put on a show with you all! The first rehearsal will be held on June 6th, at St Luke’s church (where we had auditions), from 1.00 to 4.00. Please bring a binder for your script, a highlighter, and a pencil for the read-through. A rehearsal schedule will be given out on Monday, but a heads-up, everyone will be called to this week’s rehearsals, Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday from 1.00 to 4.00 (no rehearsal on Thursday or Friday). On Monday, bring a parent in with you to sign a church release letter and to sign up for snacks. Also, don’t forget to bring a check for $110 made out to DIY Teen Theatre (this will cover script fees, rehearsal space, etc.) If you have any vacation or other conflicts, email me this weekend ASAP because I will base the rehearsal schedule around this. (I already have the conflicts you put on the initial audition form, but I would like to have confirmation on those.)

See you Monday!

Helen Knudsen

In order of appearence:

Soloist--Linnea S.

Alice--Liz M.

Mathilda--Kirsten M.

White Rabbit--Grace S.

Cheshire Cat--Clara S.

Doorknob--Beth P.

Table--Kaitlin C.

Dodo Bird--David K.

Parrot--Julia D.

Lory--Alex H.

Toucan--Camille S.

Eaglet--AJ M.

Gryphon--Olivia P.

Mock Turtle--Nathan R.

Caucus Dancers--Chris K, Darcy K, Tatum L, Brooke M, Nici D, John S, Caroline S, Claire T,           Katie D, Jonathon Sa, Beth P.

Tweedle Dee--Molly O.

Tweedle Dum--Shamus M.

Sun Soloist--Tatum L.

Moon Soloist--Brooke M.

Walrus--Jonathon Se.

Carpenter--Jonathon Sa.

Mother Oyster--Molly K.

Oysters--Mary K, Mya L, Jake R, Alex H, John S.

Duchess--Megan R.

Cook--Ashlyn K.

Bill--Kirsten M.

Mad Hatter--Colin M.

March Hare--Colette O.

Dormouse--AJ M.

Jabberwocky--Kirsten M, Beth P, Linnea S.

Rose--Darcy K.

Tiger Lily--Claire T.

Violet--Caroline S.

Tulip--Linnea S.

Daffodil--Megan R.

Dandylion--Nathan R.

Baby's Breath--Mya L.

Morning Glory--Katie D.

Carnation--Julia D.

Daisy--Kate S.

Posy--Camille S.

Lilac--Molly K.

Caterpillar--Chris K.

Ace of Spades--Molly K. 

Two of Clubs--Nici D.

Three of Diamonds--Olivia P.

Playing Cards--John S, Jonathon S, Nathan R, Brooke M, Tatum L, Mary K, Ashlyn K, Alex H, Jonathon Sa.

Queen of Hearts--Kaitlin C.

King of Hearts--Jake R.

Great Job today, Gang!

I know that song is really really hard, because of all the tricky harmonies. It is the hardest and longest song in the show, so it's all downhill from today. For those who missed Monday's rehearsal, we read through ACT 1 and learned the opening song, You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown. On Tuesday, we read through ACT 2 and learned the closing song, Happiness. Today, Wednesday, we reviewed You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown, and Happiness and also learned The Book Report. Keep up the great work and review these songs until the notes are coming out of your ears!

Remember to bring in checks if you havn't already, and check your email for the snack sign up list (not filled in yet). Pease also transfer (if you have not done so yet) the edits from the script into the music, so you are alert to all the solos.

Amazing job so far, everyone!

Hi gang!

Charlie Brown rehearsals start this Monday, the 7th from 1.00 pm to 4.00 pm. We are at Faith Evangelical United Methodist Church (same place we auditioned at, or if you’ve forgotten already, corner of North and York kitty corner to Hamburger Heaven.)

What to Bring:

• 1 ½ inch binder for your script (trust me, anything smaller will not work, I’ve tried)

• Highlighter (to highlight your lines)

• Pencil (to make an changes I was smart enough to forget to copy over)

• Bottle of water (to sooth your parched throats after we sing, there is a water fountain but it tastes yucky!)

• *optional* Snack (my mom will provide snacks, but she has been a health nut lately, so you might not like what she brings)

• Check for $80 made out to DIY Teen Theatre

• If you have not already given it to me, a filled out registration form, signed by a parent (it is attached to the email I sent)

Can’t wait to see everyone! This first rehearsal, we will be reading through Act 1, and learning the opening song. Everyone will get a rehearsal schedule either on Monday, or soon after that.

See you all Monday!!!

Everyone did such a fantastic job, both at auditions and callbacks. All of these parts have at least one solo and/or at least one line. Most of the characters (except the birds, Schroeder’s ladies, and Frankie and Eli) you can search on the internet and find descriptions and pictures of them from the comic strip, Peanuts.

Here is the Cast List!

Charlie Brown—David K

        Envy—Sam R

        Sorrow—Glenn H

        Hope—Colin M

Lucy van Pelt—Molly K

        Frieda—Grace S

        Marcie—Megan R

        Peppermint Patty—Katie D

        Violet Gray—Darcy K

Linus van Pelt—Shamus McF

        Shermy—Julia D

        Pigpen—Kyra S

        Rerun van Pelt—John S

        Eli—Olivia P

        Frankie—Michael S

Snoopy—Kirsten M

        Woodstock—Nathan R

        Rosie—Colette O

        Plum—Holli K

        Lavender-- -Rachel V

        Cherry—Anna W

        Magenta—Jenny U

Schroeder—Chris K

        Dina—Ashlyn K

        Gigi—Mary K

        Bebe—Maggie F

        Cici—Gabby W

Sally Brown—Molly O’H

HAIR

Make sure it is pinned back from your face and won?t come loose.

GIRLS!

Girls--Darcy, Michelina, Kyra, Collette, Anna: braids, pigtails, curls, etc.

Servants: Pinned back from face, Kirsten?hair up, Sydney---messy braids

Minchin--Delena: Tight and neat bun

Amelia--Allie: Tight and neat bun

Dolls?Allie, Darcy, Kyra: If you can, style the doll?s hair the way you do your hair for your main part

Ram Dass?Kirsten: 2 low pigtails with ribbon braided in them (I?ll show you)

BOYS!

As long as your hair is not too long, I?m not worried!

Makeup:

Wearing makeup reduces glare from the lights, makes your eyes stand out, and overall, makes you look better on stage, boys included.

Makeup

GIRLS!

If you don?t know how to put these on, I can help you. Please no eye shadow and no dark lipstick (except for Minchin!)

Foundation

Eyeliner

Mascara

Powder

Blush

Lipstick

Same for boys, except no lipstick!

Costume

Bring every items you need to the church asap! That includes the shoes, socks, ties, jacket, tights, ballet slippers, ribbons, bows, etc you will wear on stage. We need to see it ALL by Wednesday at the latest!

Tech Week

* Bring your own water bottle to rehearsal.

* Bring cards, yarn games, finger knitting, or other QUIET pastime to keep you busy when you are not on stage. No electronic games, please! (that includes ipods)

Call Times

On Friday, arrive no later than 5.30 pm. If you have to be late, do your hair and make up at home. There are no mirrors in the church, so bring your own (we cannot have you clutter up the church bathrooms for makeup)

On Saturday, arrive no later than 2.00 pm

Costumes

If you have any items that will work for your character or any other character, please bring to rehearsal on Monday.

Play is set anywhere between early 1900s and 1930. No need to be rigid about period dress?just outfits that look somewhat old-fashioned.

Girls (Lavinia, Jessie, Ermengarde, Lottie)

Five matching schoolgirl tunics or aprons (need to sew?very simple)

Pretty party dresses (anything from calf length to knee length)

Ribbons in hair

Ankle boots or pretty shoes and ankle socks

Hair either up, or down and curled. Must be off face

.

Dolls

Pretty party dress in same color as doll dress for Darcy and Ally. Kyra will wear American girl nightdress over her party dress.

Sara Crewe

?pretty party dress

--coat (Helen has one)

--tattered dress and apron

--grey or brown shawl, tattered

Becky

Worn out, dull clothes, maybe a scullery maid apron and cap (but dirty, not pretty)

Servant (Jeff, Kirsten and Keenan in Act 1)

For Jeff and Keenan, any pants and shirt, not too fancy or too modern. Man?s apron.

For Kirsten, black skirt and blouse. Chambermaid apron and hat.

Miss Minchin

Black or brown dress or shirt/skirt combo--full length.. Preferably high collar. Must look well dressed, neat.

Wear hair up.

Amelia

Dress or skirt/shirt, mid calf length or full length. High collar. Hair up in bun.

Cook

Black pants and shirt; cook?s apron and hat.

Ram Dass

Pretty Indian dance dress or top/pants. Long silk scarves or ribbons (for dance). Curl toe shoes or sandles. Hair either up or wear headband.

Captain Crewe

Dress up pants, shirt and tie, and jacket. Upper class gentleman-like. Maybe hat.

Khaki pants and shirt, maybe explorer hat (Indiana-Jones style)

White outfit for ghost. Ideally, loose white pants and white tunic (Indian style?maybe a karate outfit would work, or white hospital scrubs) White socks and sandals.

Foreman/Barrow

Same pants and shirt as for Mr Barrow, but no jacket. Maybe miner?s hat, if we can find one.

Dress up pants, shirt and tie, and jacket, maybe coat. Hat. Carries briefcase.

Tom Carrisford

Dress pants, shirt, and tie. Blanket on lap. Cane.

Mr Carmichael

Dress up pants, shirt and tie, and jacket. Hat, maybe walking cane.

If you have any of these objects, please tell me.

toy mouse;

old fashioned hairbrush and hand mirror;

old fashioned blackboard (chalkboard), preferably on wheels and not too big

plastic cleaver or ax;

fake dead chicken

woodbox;

old fashioned broom,

feather duster,

old fashioned bucket and scrubbing brush

small, pretty quilt (twin bed or smaller)

two pillows

teacher?s pointer stick

French text book or old book that might look like French text book

Old fashioned letter-writing stand

Letter paper, envelopes, pens

Tea tray with tea pot, cup, and plate of cookies (anything that is unlikely to break is best!)

Fake camp fire

Thin blanket (for capt crew)

Old fashioned fireguard

Story books (old fashioned, not new picture books)

Party tablecloth

Party plates and paper hats

Princess crown

Packages

Costume jewelry?easy-to-put on necklace, plus big rings

Pretty shawl

Big fancy doll

Parasol

Lawyer?s briefcase (old-fashioned leather briefcase)

Fake cake and/or plate of pretty cupcakes (fake or real)

Two thin blankets?gray or dark color

Battered chair with broken leg

Cheap plate (metal, maybe) with crust of stale bread.

Handbell (for summoning servants)

Fake fireplace or fancy fireguard

Lightweight rocking chair (easy to get out of)

Cane

Packages or bags that might look like they came from an old-fashioned grocery store or wicker shopping baskets??

Glittery bracelet

Small rug (that can be rolled up and carried on stage)

Luxurious, brightly colored quilt?twin size or smaller

Plates of sandwiches, muffins

Picture books

Lightweight bedside table

Fancy bedside candlestick

Everyone--

I'm still waiting for program contest entries for the cover of the program. PLEASE get them in to me soon, or else they might not be accepted or considered for the cover.

I am also waiting for bios from Eric, Glenn, Darcy, Delena, and Collette. Try to fit them into 50 words or less (except Eric, you have 100 words).

Della--Could you please return the extra music script we gave you, we are short on scripts and really need it back for the stage crew.

If anyone has a dress that matches with a doll-sized dress, please tell me (I have already heard from Kirsten and Kyra) because we might need to use it for the song in Act 1 Scene 3.

Lines should be memorized by Monday, 20th, when we start runthroughs. It would be a very good idea to memorize them before hand so that it is easier to remember blocking and choreography.

Just some reminders:

Wednesday, July 8th--1:00 pm to 3:30 pm

Wednesday, July 15th--1:00 pm to 3:30 pm

Listen to the rehearsals CD so as to learn your songs.

Snacks are ALWAYS welcome because my mom is going broke buying them for all of us! If you are going to be treats, bring enough for 18 (nothing to sweet or messy).

Turn in your bios and program ideas entries to me (Helen) or send them to my email (hedgieheart94@hotmail.com).