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Warragul Theatre Company Inc PO Box 1262 Warragul 3820 VIC

[email protected] www.warragultheatrecompany.org.au 1

Warragul Theatre Company Inc

presents an

Epic Theatrical Event

Paris – the rock musical ‘love’s battle for ancient Troy’

By Jon English and David Mackay

By arrangement with David Spicer Productions representing

Paris Music.

Additional material from John Dallimore, John Coker, Greg

Henson, Keith Kerwin, Tony Mitchell, Graham Matters,

& Roger Dallimore.

Orchestration by Kevin Hocking & Andrew Swan



THE CREATIVE TEAM

ARTISTIC DIRECTOR: Michelle Carrigy MUSICAL DIRECTOR: Joseph Bonnici CHOREOGRAPHER: Christine Ross

PERFORMANCE SEASON

WEEK 1 Fri 6 May @ 7:30pm Sat 7 May @ 1:30pm Sat 7 May @ 7:30pm Sun 8 May @ 1:30pm WEEK 2 Thur 12 May @ 7:30pm Fri 13 May @7:30pm Sat 14 May @ 1:30pm Sat 14 May @ 7:30pm

INFORMATION SESSION/AUDITION WORKSHOP

Thursday 30th July 2015 @7.30pm St Paul’s AGS Year 9 Centre, Sutton Street, Warragul

AUDITIONS

VENUE: St Paul’s AGS - Year 9 Centre Saturday: 8th August 2015: 9.00am - 5.00pm Sunday: 9th August 2015: 9.00am - 5.00pm Callbacks (if required) Tuesday 11th August 2015 7.30pm

REHEARSALS

VENUE: St Paul’s AGS – Year 9 Centre SCHEDULE: Thursday rehearsals : 7.00pm- 10.00pm – As required Sunday rehearsals 1.30pm - 5.00pm - As required FIRST REHEARSAL: Thursday 20th August 2015 CAMP WEEKEND WORKSHOP: A Compulsory weekend workshop will be held on 16th & 17th April 2016. Further details to follow. BUMP IN, DRESS & TECH REHEARSALS: From 30th April 2016 – Schedule available closer to the time - all Cast required OTHER DATES: At this stage, in addition to show performances, cast will be required to be available for performances at the West Gippsland Arts Centre 2016 Season Launch Tuesday 1st December 2015 [evening]; Moe Carols by Candlelight Friday 18th December 2015 [evening] – other marketing and advertising dates on request.

VENUES

WGAC Fountain Room / Stage St Paul’s Anglican Grammar School - Year 9 Centre West Gippsland Arts Centre 57 – 69 Sutton St, Warragul Civic Place, Warragul (next to Warragul Country Club)



INTRODUCING THE CREATIVE TEAM

ARTISTIC DIRECTOR: MICHELLE CARRIGY Michelle’s love of Musical theatre began watching old movies as a child. She has been involved in Local Theatre for the last 20 years working both on stage and behind the scenes. Michelle has been involved as a committee member for various theatre companies and has represented local theatre on the Local Arts Council at various times over these 20 years. Beginning as a Cast member in productions such as Anything Goes, Wind in the Willows, Les Miserables , Singing in the Rain and Joseph and his Technicolor Dreamcoat, Michelle developed an interest in the creation of the whole show which consequently led to an involvement in backstage production work. She has been involved with Costuming My Fair Lady, Singin in the rain, Anything Goes and Oliver. Was Stage Manager for Wind in the Willows, Oklahoma ,Oliver, Annie and Les Miserables and Assistant Director for Joseph and his Technicolor Dreamcoat, Oliver,and Singing in the Rain just to name a few. In 2009, Michelle was Artistic Director for the Latrobe Valley Theatre Company’s production of Beauty and the Beast. Returning to WTC Michelle directed the very popular “Guys & Dolls” in 2011 and “Carmen The Musical” in 2012, “Joseph & the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat” in 2013, ”Phantom of the Opera 2014, and “Hello, Dolly in 2015. Michelle is excited about the challenge of “Paris – the rock musical”

MUSICAL DIRECTOR: JOSEPH BONNICI

Joseph’s interest in music began at an early age. He began learning the trumpet at the age of 9. Throughout his musical career Joseph has performed with many community ensembles and on various musicals. He began conducting during his teenage years and continues to work with various local community ensembles to this day. Joseph recently travelled to Japan and China with a group of young musicians with the Latrobe City Music Exchange Ensemble as Musical Director.

Besides his work within the community, Joseph readily shares his passion for music with his students, many people know him as Mr. B – Head of Music at Kurnai College. He also shares his passion with his family, working with his children’s primary school concert band as well as playing with a small group of friends and family for pure enjoyment on his Pizza & Play nights! Although primarily a trumpeter, Joseph is proficient on a wide variety of string, percussion, brass and wind instruments. Following on from his first WTC show, “Hello, Dolly!” Joseph is looking forward to the challenges of “Paris – the rock musical!”

CHOREOGRAPHER: CHRISTINE ROSS

Christine started dancing at the age of five, and is classically trained RAD and CSTD. She had classes with Russell Stubbings & Vic Emms (Channel 9 Dancers) and Joe Latona (Joe Latona Dancers Channel 7) and Dulcie Lee, The Dance Factory. Christine did two years of drama training at school and has performed in Cabaret, both professionally and amateur. She joined the Essendon Society of Arts, performing in the Dancing Chorus in a number of shows and Ice Skating for a number of years -performing in an Ice Spectacular choreographed by Kenny Reed and Dulcie Lee. Chris has been teaching dance for around 20 years, originally in Melbourne, and after moving to the Latrobe Valley, for the Julie Ryan Dancers. She also teaches adult classes. Chris is also an examiner in all facets of dance and has experience writing and performing in reviews mainly at corporate events. Christine was Choreographer for Latrobe Theatre Company’s “42nd Street” (GAT Award), “Stepping Out”, “Into the Woods”, (GAT nom), “Fiddler on the Roof” (GAT nom) and “My Son Pinocchio” (GAT nom).



Chris was Production Manager for LTC’s “Our Best Bits” and a small amount of choreography and Assistant to the Director for “Joseph and his Technicolour Dreamcoat” and “The Wizard of Oz”. Chris also worked as Assistant to the Director and Choreographer for a Mozart production. In 2013 Chris was Choreographer for WTC’s production of “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” (GAT nom) and again for ‘Hello Dolly!’ in 2015. She has also choreographed a number of productions at Lowanna College Newborough. Chris has also dabbled in the world of Artistic Direction being Assistant Director working with Richard Tyler on Noel Coward's “Hay Fever and Blithe Spirit” for the L.T.C. Chris is excited to be part of Warragul Theatre Company’s Creative team and is looking forward to working on “Paris the Rock Musical”

SYNOPSIS

This epic musical first recorded by the London Symphony Orchestra has delighted audiences in many countries.

"Irresistible - engaging and exciting the audience throughout - and leaving heaving chests and racing hearts as it draws to its tragic conclusion." Aussie Theatre.com 2008.

" Right at the curtain rise the audience broke into spontaneous applause." Melb Age

"Every song is bold and powerful." Herald Sun.

Paris - A story embedded in the most fantastic of Greek myths and legends. With sweeping music, the original star crossed lovers and a few funny surprises this musical is a treat for performers and audiences. Recently updated by Jon English and David Mackay - to include new songs and comedy. Written in collaboration with John Dallimore, John Coker, Greg Henson, Keith Kerwin, Tony Mitchell, Graham Matters and Roger Dallimore. Orchestration by Kevin Hocking and Andrew Swan.

PARIS - Essentially it is a love story, the original 'Star crossed lovers' - Paris and Helen.

ACT 1.

As a young shepherd the Trojan Prince Paris has a dream. Three Goddesses approach him offering him wisdom, wealth or beauty. He chooses the Goddess of Love - Aphrodite. Years later Paris is sent on a voyage of discovery by his father. It is a mission designed to forge a peace with powerful Greek neighbours. But his boat is shipwrecked. When he is woken by the Queen of Sparta - Helen - he is convinced she is the Goddess Aphrodite. The young couple fall in love and have no choice but to flee to the safety of Troy. Manipulated by his brother Agamemnon to believe Helen has been kidnapped, Menelaus, the King of Sparta swears revenge. Back in Troy the lovers get a lukewarm reception; “Who the hell is she?” Helen is permitted to stay but the Trojans are nervous. There’s bound to be a war.

ACT 2

As feared a huge armada of Greeks prepares to invade. Paris and Helen reaffirm their love amid the looming bloodshed. Ten years of war follows. The Greeks device a plan they’ll construct a giant horse and put soldiers inside. Two bumbling drunk Greek soldiers are volunteered for this dangerous operation. The Trojans think the horse is a gift from the Gods and move it inside. With this fatal mistake the war is lost. As Menelaus enacts his revenge he realises that ' so many have died for the pride of a fool.' Helen weeps for her slain lover. 'Sleep now my love, we’ll never part.'



CAST LIST

TROJANS

PARIS...Youngest son of Priam - Prince of Troy.

PRIAM....King of Troy. Father of Paris, Hector and Cassandra.

HECUBA...Wife of Priam.

HECTOR...Second in line to the Trojan throne - Warrior and Master of the Trojan

Defences.

CASSANDRA...Princess of Troy, and Prophetess - doomed to see all her prophetic

warnings ignored.

ANEAS...Trojan Noble and Sea Captain, Second in Command to Hector.

LAOCOEN....High Priest of Troy - the only one who truly listens to Cassandra.

HELMSMAN

THE GREEKS

HELEN - Wife of Menalaus - Queen of Sparta.

MENELAUS - King of Sparta - Husband of Helen.

ACHILLE - Prince of the MYRMIDONS in THESSALY - strongest warrior in the known

world, and almost invulnerable due to a blessing from the Gods. But like most divine

Blessings has a fatal flaw.

PATROCLUS - confident and only true friend of Achilles.

AGAMEMNON - Elder brother of Menelaus and King of MYCENAE. Commander in

Chief of the Greek forces at Troy.

ULYSSES - King of ITHACA - Intelligent and Brave. Also Blessed and Cursed.

AJAX & DIOMEDES.. two Greek Kings

HANDMAIDEN - Helen’s personal slave

FISHERMAN - Old Friend and confidant to Helen.

SINON - Inept press ganged volunteer, Greek Soldier.

THERESITES and TALTHYBIUS - two reluctant, bumbling and inebriated Greek

Soldiers.

NICKOS… soldier

ENSEMBLE & SPECIALITY DANCERS



REHEARSAL REQUIREMENTS

You are required to attend rehearsals as scheduled. You will be provided with regular rehearsal schedules by

email. Evening rehearsals will start with Warm Up at 7.pm and Sunday rehearsals will begin with Warm Up at

1.30pm. Please arrive 10 minutes before Warm Up is due start.

Rehearsal attire: Please wear comfortable clothing and appropriate footwear to rehearsals. Due to OHS

requirements no thongs or bare feet will be tolerated.

SHOW REQUIREMENTS

You may be required to purchase particular costume, footwear, hair and makeup items. You will be informed

of this in due course. Please note these extras are not part of Show Fees.

THE AUDITION PROCESS

NOTES:

1. Auditionees must be 13 years or older as at 8th August 2015 2. Provide a 200-word bio and an ID photo with your registration form. 3. It is expected that you will be available for rehearsals - regular non-attendance may result in a request to leave the cast. 4. Show Fees are payable at the first rehearsal. No Fees – No Show. (Payment plan available)

5. A high standard of Professionalism is required in all people involved with this Production: No bullying will be tolerated. Noisy and attention seeking people will not be tolerated. In Theatre there will be a code of “Silence” in the wings during performances. These codes will be strictly enforced! 6. Parents will be asked about their availability to assist backstage and during rehearsals with supervision. Please be prepared to contribute in some way.

PHASE 1: WORKSHOP – THURSDAY 30TH JULY 2015 Participation in the workshop tonight is encouraged if you intend to audition but is not a pre-requisite Singing audition requirements

Sing selected song from the show – Music available at time of booking audition

Sing a song of your own choice in rock style, for example: Queen, Angels, Pink, Annie Lennox, INXS. You will need to provide your own backing for this song.

Sing a song of own choice, for example: Country, Pop, Musical Theatre, etc – anything that demonstrates individual musical diversity. Please provide own backing for this song. Don’t sing the whole song at the audition: only sing the section of the song highlights your vocal ability.

**** If you only wish to be considered for the Ensemble

you will only be required to present 1 & 3****

Movement: This will be taught during the workshop tonight and at auditions.



PHASE 2: AUDITIONS

Saturday 8th August 2015: 9am – 5 pm Individual Auditions Sunday 9th August 2015: 9am – 5 pm Individual Auditions and Call Backs [if required:] Please be available on Sunday 9th August (afternoon) and/or Tuesday 11th August 2015 7.30pm onwards. Call backs will be advised as soon as possible after auditions. *** Please note that audition times may be extended if required Please check in 15 minutes before audition Audition times will be allocated at the information night/ workshop on a first come basis. Call back will be advised as soon as possible after auditions or by phone on Saturday evening/ Sunday morning.

NOTIFICATION OF AUDITION RESULTS: It is anticipated that audition results will be e-mailed on or before Friday 14th August 2015. It is essential that you check your e-mail and print out the attachments and bring these to the first rehearsal if you are cast in the production. Please ensure that you print your e-mail address clearly on the registration form. The full cast list will be posted on the WTC website after the first rehearsal when all offers have been accepted and Fees paid (or payment arrangements made).

FEES: The staging of a large-scale musical theatre production involves a great deal of expense, some of which is covered by charging a fee to all those who accept a place in the cast. The WTC committee has established the following charges for the 2016 season: AUDITION FEE: $5.00. To be paid when registration forms are lodged at info night MEMBERSHIP FEE: $30.00. ADULT SHOW FEE: $ 230.00 (includes compulsory 2 day overnight camp; rehearsal materials; rehearsal refreshments; final night cast party; show teeshirt; incidentals) JUNIOR SHOW FEE (U18): $150.00 (includes compulsory 2 day [excluding overnight] camp; rehearsal materials; rehearsal refreshments; final night cast party; show teeshirt; incidentals) ALL Fees must be paid at the start of the first rehearsal unless alternate arrangements

have been made in advance. No Fee/No Show – No Excuses! (Payment Plan available on request)

Attendance at every performance is an obligation of auditioning. You are advised to reconsider auditioning if you are unsure about being able to make this

commitment.



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President: Caroline Allen

Vice President: Paul Beaumont Secretary: Bek McLean

Treasurer: Norah Warburton Asst Secretary: Kate Dougan

Assistant Treasurer: Andrew Stimson General Committee: Fiona Camp, Carol Buckle-Stimson, Chris Ross, Will Stimson

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

You are all welcome to attend the 2015 AGM on 25th August 2015.

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