Panic Productions and Born to Perform Studio are teaming up to bring Ventura County a NEW Teen Summer Musical experience!
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Directed by Barry Pearl
Choreographed by Michelle Elkin
Music Direction by Lloyd Cooper
13 is a hilarious, coming-of-age musical about discovering that "cool" is sometimes where we least expect it. Geek. Poser. Jock. Beauty Queen. Wannabe. These are the labels that can last a lifetime. With an unforgettable rock score from Tony Award-winning composer, Jason Robert Brown, (Parade, The Last Five Years, Bridges of Madison County) 13 is a musical about fitting in – and standing out!
The cast will comprise of 11-20 teens to play 13 year olds.
Auditions:
Music: June 1st & 2nd 5pm-9pm
Dance: June 3rd 5pm-7pm
Call Backs: June 4th
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Rehearsals:
Evenings July 25th - August 26th
Tech Week Aug 29 - Sept 2nd
**Auditions and rehearsals will be held at Born to Perform Studio: 2977 Willow Lane, Thousand Oaks, CA**
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Performances:
September 3-4, 9-11, 16-18
**Performances and tech week will take place at the Simi Valley Cultural Arts Center**
Please prepare 1 minute of a song and bring sheet music in the correct key,
no recorded music please (contemporary music preferred).
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There is a $300 participation fee; financial assistance is available.
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CAST BREAKDOWN
Evan
A bright, nerdy boy who is excited to become a man. New in town and trying to find a place to fit in, he eventually becomes close with Patrice and Archie. Our story's protagonist.
Gender: Male
Age: 13 to 13
Vocal range top: Bb4
Vocal range bottom: Bb2
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Patrice
A shy, intelligent, bookworm. Archie's best friend and Evan's new friend.
Gender: Female
Age: 13 to 13
Vocal range top: E5
Vocal range bottom: Eb3
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Brett
The vain star quarterback. Leads a pack of popular boys, including Malcolm and Eddie.
Gender: Male
Age: 13 to 13
Vocal range top: C5
Vocal range bottom: Bb2
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Malcolm
A wannabe popular kid and one of Brett's sidekicks.
Gender: Male
Age: 13 to 13
Vocal range top: C5
Vocal range bottom: F#3
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Eddie
A wannabe popular kid and one of Brett's sidekicks.
Gender: Male
Age: 13 to 13
Vocal range top: C5
Vocal range bottom: Bb2
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Kendra
The bubbly, popular, head cheerleader. Lucy's best friend and unknowing rival.
Gender: Female
Age: 13 to 13
Vocal range top: D5
Vocal range bottom: Bb3
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Archie
A good-humored, intelligent, unpopular kid. Patrice's best friend who has to use crutches.
Gender: Male
Age: 13 to 13
Vocal range top: Bb4
Vocal range bottom: Ab2
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Lucy
A manipulative girl who secretly desires to have Kendra's boyfriend. Sneaky and feisty.
Gender: Female
Age: 13 to 13
Vocal range top: D5
Vocal range bottom: F#3
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Ensemble
Rabbis; Kids