The Growing Stage, The Children’s Theatre of New Jersey, located in the Historic Palace Theatre on Route 183
in Netcong, New Jersey will be holding auditions for its production of RUDOLPH THE RED NOSED
REINDEER on Monday, October 8th at 7:00 p.m. for young people 10 to 17, and on Tuesday, October 9th
at 7:00 p.m. for adults 18 and older.
All auditioning should have a song prepared with printed accompaniment that should be no longer than sixteen measures, be expected to learn a dance piece led by the choreographer and some may be asked to read from the script.
The production is under the direction of Stephen L. Fredericks, the Growing Stage’s Executive Director, with musical direction by Laura Petrie and choreography by Jillian Petrie.
A musical stage adaptation by Robert Penola of the classic 1964 Christmas television special RUDOLPH THE
RED NOSED REINDEER will be presented November 23rd to December 23rd
Our stage presentation tells the timeless story of a true misfit who transforms into a beloved hero. Set in a magical, holiday world in and around the North Pole, and populated by endearing characters – from a talking snowman to flying reindeer –
our production will feature Johnny Marks well-known Christmas songs and the enduring Christmas spirit of the
television special which has been seen by over one billion people since 1964.
The Growing Stage is a professional member of the Association of Actor’s Equity. There will be five roles
available for AEA artists, a one AEA/ASM while other roles will be filled by community artists, making a cast
of approximately twenty-five. Rehearsal schedules are generally three to four evenings during the week, and a
Saturday afternoons.
All cast members are expected for all performances, with no exception since the company
does not cast understudies. Performers of color, seniors, women and performers with disabilities are encouraged
to attend. For additional information please call (973) 347- 4946 or e-mail exdir@growingstage.com.
Videos
