THE SHOW:
The jack-of-all trades, Bert, introduces us to England in 1910 and the troubled Banks family. Young Jane and Michael have sent many a nanny packing before Mary Poppins arrives on their doorstep. Using a combination of magic and common sense, she must teach the family members how to value each other again. Mary Poppins takes the children on many magical and memorable adventures, but Jane and Michael aren't the only ones upon whom she has a profound effect. Even grown-ups can learn a lesson or two from the nanny who advises that "Anything can happen if you let it."
REGISTRATION FOR STUDENTS IN GRADES 6 - 9:
- Register your student for Cameron Mackintosh and Disney’s Mary Poppins and they are in the show.
ORIENTATION & AUDITION PREP (for CAST and PARENTS):
- Orientation for cast and parents is Saturday, August 3, 2024, 6:00 - 6:30 p.m.
- Audition Prep for students continues from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
- Parents are invited to a Meet and Greet in the Shearer Studio at 6:30 p.m. on the third floor across from the elevator.
- If unavailable for Orientation and Auditions, please send an email to carolyn@mjtstages.org.
AUDITIONS
- Auditions will be on Sunday, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. Students will stay the entire time.
REHEARSALS:
- See the Commitment Calendar (you may not be called for all rehearsals and may only be called for a portion of some rehearsals).
PERFORMANCES:
- October 18 - 7:30 pm
- October 19 - 2:00 pm
- October 20 - 2:00 pm
- October 25 - 7:30 pm
- October 26 - 2:00 pm
ARTISTIC TEAM:
- Directed by Greg Maddock
- Choreographed by Katie McCombs
- Music Directed by Christian Drew
COMMITMENT:
- $475 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. See
- Families are asked to contribute volunteer hours in a variety of production areas to help make the show a success.
BRING TO ORIENTATION and AUDITIONS August 3 & 4:
- Shoes and appropriate clothes to move in (no flip flops, crocs, boots, etc.) — you will be taught a short dance combination to be performed in a group.
- A water bottle labeled with your name.
The session will include learning song clips and a dance combination for the audition as well as tips and tricks about how to audition well.
Parents and siblings are invited to a Meet and Greet at 6:30 p.m. after Orientation in the Shearer Studio on the third floor across from the elevator. After the reception, you may wait for your student in the lobby or leave and come back at 8:00.
Auditions will be Sunday, August 4, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. for registered students. Students should attend both Saturday and Sunday sessions.
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:
We hope to see you for Mary Poppins auditions!