THE SHOW: 

Honk! JR. is a heartwarming celebration of being different that is sure to delight audiences of all ages with its sparkling wit, unique charm and memorable score.  Witty and hilarious, but also deeply moving, Honk! JR. will treat your audiences to equal amounts of laughter and tears.

Ugly looks quite a bit different from his darling duckling brothers and sisters. The other animals on the farm are quick to notice and point this out, despite his mother's protective flapping. Feeling rather foul about himself, the little fowl finds himself on an adventure of self-discovery, all the while unknowingly outwitting a very hungry Cat. Along the way, Ugly meets a whole flock of unique characters and finds out being different is not a bad thing to be.

REGISTRATION FOR STUDENTS IN GRADES 1-5:

• Register your child for Honk! JR. and they are in the show. 

ORIENTATION & CASTING (for CAST and PARENTS): 

• Orientation for cast and parents is August 17, 2024 at 10:00 - 10:30 a.m.  
• Casting for students continues from 10:30 - 12:30 p.m.
• Parents are invited to a Meet and Greet in the Shearer Studio at 10:30 a.m. on the third floor across from the elevator.
• If unavailable, please send an email to sherry@mjtstages.org  for video instructions

REHEARSALS:

• Rehearsals Wednesday evening 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. and Saturday morning 9:30 a.m. - noon (you may not be called for all rehearsals and may only be called for a portion of some rehearsals).
• For all other Mandatory Tech Rehearsals, which include 2 Monday evenings and longer time span, see the Commitment Calendar.    

PERFORMANCES: 

• Friday, 11/15/2024 @ 7:00 p.m.
• Saturday, 11/16/2024 @ 2:00 p.m.
• Sunday, 11/17/2024 @ 2:00 p.m.

ARTISTIC TEAM:

• Artistic Director: Sam Nelson
• Music Director:  Ben Bernstein
• Choreographer:  Raelynn Bovenzi
• Production Manager: Sherry Vile

COMMITMENT:

• $450 Commitment Fee for musical theater training to develop your talent in singing, movement, and character development in a supportive, nurturing environment culminating in full performances. Includes a costuming fee. A limited amount of partial tuition assistance available.
• Attend all rehearsals to which you are called.
• Families are asked to contribute volunteer hours in a variety of production areas to help make the show a success. 

BRING TO CASTING/ORIENTATION NIGHT:

• Shoes and appropriate clothes to dance in (no flip flops, crocs, boots, etc.) — you will be taught a short dance combination to be performed in a group.  
• A Song will be taught at the casting.
• A water bottle

LOCATION:

• Auditions, rehearsals and performances are held at:  
  STAGES
  West Herr Performing Arts Center, Third Floor
  875 E. Main Street, Suite 380
  Rochester, NY 14605
• Parking located behind the building (enter from College Ave). Tell the attendant you are attending a Stages’ meeting.

QUESTIONS:

• 585-935-7173 (leave a message and your call will be returned) or 
  email Stages@MJTStages.org

We hope to see you for Honk! JR.