[Capdist-auditions] Auditions for Santa's Magical Express: September 24 and 26 at Yankee Trails, Rensselaer, NY.

[Michael McDermott]

WE WANT YOU, and here is your chance to truly spread holiday magic!!! 




Yankee Trails will host auditions for the premier holiday show in this area; Santa's Magical Express! Auditions will be Tuesday and Thursday September 24th and 26th beginning at 7:00 pm, at the Yankee Trails main office. Located at 569 3rd Avenue Extension, Rensselaer, NY 12144. Celebrating its 13th year of entertaining thousands of children and their families, this multimedia and live holiday production offers a unique holiday entertainment experience for the Capital Region. 




Who should audition?

All genders and ethnicities are strongly encouraged to audition, as we are looking to fill a large cast of characters with great holiday spirit! All auditioners must be at least 18 years or older, and should have dependable transportation to the location in East Greenbush!




What is involved in the commitment?

All actors will have the option to work anywhere from 1 to 4 nights per week (usually Thursday - Sunday, except for additional days the week of Christmas), beginning November 29th, and ending December 23rd. Actors will be under contract and will be compensated upon successful completion of their contracted term (all hired actors will have to sign and comply with a code of conduct and work contract).




When are rehearsals?

Rehearsals will begin at the end of October, with a few spaced out in November before our start date of November 26th (full dress) and November 29th (first show). A full schedule will be available at auditions and some conflicts will be accepted. 




What is Santa’s Magical Express?
   
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It is a Highly interactive experience for both the actors and audience.

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The opportunity to create a child's Christmas memory that will last a lifetime is always available. 

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You will receive compensation for your time and effort.

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No show is ever the same. You will be working with different casts and a live audience, which keeps every day exciting.

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While the script is important to keep the story moving forward, improvisation and personalization is encouraged and necessary.





Where do I go for auditions?

Auditions will be held at the Yankee Trails main office; 569 3rd Avenue Extension, Rensselaer, NY 12144.

 They will be held on September 24th and 26th, with a sign-in at 7:00 PM. Sign in will close by 7:15pm, with auditions running from 7:00 to 9:00 pm.   




What should I expect at auditions?

Everyone will be welcomed with an overview of what Santa’s Magical Express is, including stipends, schedule and attendance requirements.




The auditions process will consist of:
   
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Individual interview (simple conversational questions)

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Side readings (provided at auditions)

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Improv (we are looking for fun, festive, and creative individuals)

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Tell us your favorite Christmas Memory and why it is so important to you

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Sing your favorite Christmas Song a capella ( Don't worry, we will sing along with you)





For questions, please email the producers at either:




 connie.rauhauser at gmail.com or michael.mcdermott at yahoo.com 




Available Roles: 




Santa; Adult Male; Beard, wig and costume provided. Strong knowledge of Christmas Folklore, current childrens' fads/toys, improv. Must have a fun personality to carry the persona of the big man himself. 




Elves; Male and Female (Holiday Spirit Runs Deep)  Should be energetic and able to work well with children, good at improv as well as keeping the story moving forward. They are also good at time management as this will keep all actors on task. 




Jack Frost; Male. The main adversary of the production, they are mischievous and slightly malevolent, but never to the extent that they scare children away. They provide comic relief and perform a dance routine with Santa.  They are dedicated to continuous shows in the workshop and do not board the Magical Express Bus. 




Winky; Male; Santa’s Head Elf, is in charge of the toy manufacturing.  Performs independently on location.  Must be comfortable with intermittent periods of waiting solo in a heated car for the next performance bus to arrive at a remote location, and with performing on a moving bus. Should be energetic and good at improv as well as keeping the story moving forward. 




Scrooge; Adult Male (able to be aged); After his visit from the Christmas Ghosts, changes his way and leaves the Banking business to pursue his career as a stand-up comedian. Great Comedic Timing, ability to improv, rapping required. Please prepare a little snippet of Ice Ice Baby by Vanilla Ice to sing A capella.




Gladys; A neighbor who enjoys being part of the watch committee (even though she hasn't been asked). A little grumpy and sassy but keeping it classy as she helps move the story along. Needs to be what everyone expects when they hear “Karen” but with redeeming characteristics.




Frosty/Crystal; A non- speaking role, this person will need to be covered in full costume, they are animated and loved by all, think “Disney Character” at a theme park. They have to use movement to express emotions.











Michael McDermottHe/Him/His



  
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