BATTLE MOUNTAIN - Auditions will be held for Missoula Children's Theatre (MCT) production of "Blackbeard the Pirate" on Monday, Sept. 30, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Battle Mountain Civic Center. Those auditioning should arrive at 4 p.m. and plan to stay for the full two hours. Some of the cast members will be asked to stay for a rehearsal immediately following the auditions.
Among the roles to be cast are Blackbeard and his crew of bearded pirates, sailors of the high seas, cranky crabs and crocodiles, magical mermaids and seaweed creatures, parrots and even a group of beach bums!
Students in grades Kindergarten through grade 12 are encouraged to audition. No advance preparation is necessary. Assistant directors will also be cast to aid in rehearsals throughout the week and to take on essential backstage responsibilities.
Missoula Children's Theatre touring productions are complete with costumes, scenery, props and makeup. The MCT tour actor/directors will conduct rehearsals throughout the week from 4 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. each day. There is no cost to students to audition or perform in the shows. "Blackbeard the Pirate" will be presented on Saturday, Oct. 5, at the Battle Mountain Civic Center at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m.
The Missoula Children's Theatre residency in Battle Mountain is presented locally by Battle Mountain Arts Presenters with support from the Nevada Arts Council, LCCTA, Newmont, Barrick, GoldCorp and many other local businesses.
Tickets will be available at the door. Take advantage of the pay once and see the show twice discount by attending the matinee and getting your hand stamped. Ticket prices are $5 student/senior, $7 adult and $20 family pass (immediate family only).
For more information, call Ami Rogers at (775) 340-2998.
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