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2022 Auditions
A CHORUS LINE
Auditions will be held on Sunday, February 20 at Central West Ballet Studio, 5039 Pentecost Dr. Bldg 2, Modesto, CA 95356
Male Parts/Chorus Auditions at 2PM
Female Parts/Chorus Auditions at 4PM
Performance dates are June 18, 19, 24, 25, and 26
SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS
Auditions will be held on Sunday, February 27 at 2PM at Central West Ballet Studio, 5039 Pentecost Dr. Bldg 2, Modesto, CA 95356
Performance dates are August 13, 14, 19, 20, and 21
NOTE: If you are not familiar with the show, that’s OK – come anyway. No preparation needed! We’ll find a part for you. No problem!
General Requirements
Singing: If you are only interested in the ensemble you need not prepare anything. Just come! If you are auditioning for a singing solo character role, prepare a one minute vocal selection from musical theater. An accompanist will be provided. Bring sheet music. You must sing in the key written. Other audition songs may be taught at the time of the audition.
Dancing: Depending on the show, you may be asked to perform a short combination taught at the time of the audition.
Acting: You will read short scenes from the shows for various characters. Nothing to prepare. Readings will be done from selected scenes in the script.
Copies of show scripts are generally available at the reference desk at the county library.
School Credit
High School Students: You can receive five credits toward graduation for your participation in one of the shows.
2022 Season & Tickets
A CHORUS LINE
At the Gallo Center for the Performing Arts
June 18, 19, 24, 25, and 26
Ticket Information Coming Soon
SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS
At the Gallo Center for the Performing Arts
August 13, 14, 19, 20, 21
Ticket Information Coming Soon
About MPA
Our History
As Modesto’s oldest community theater company, Modesto Performing Arts is still going strong after more than 50 wonderful years! Every year, we sincerely appreciate the audience support and donations received. We strive to bring the very best musicals and entertainment to you, as well as give young people and talented adults the opportunity to be trained and gain experience in the magic of live theater.
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PO Box 580299 Modesto, CA 95358
Board of Directors
General Director and Treasurer:
Paul Tischer
President:
Mark Ochinero
Vice President:
Sherri England
Secretary: Sheri Stambaugh
Directors at Large
Sherri England
Amy Lee Erwin
Lisa Highiet
Cherie Jackson
Jeni Mason
Dean Medek
Evangelina Paluccio
Jan Roberts
Sheri Stambaugh
Beth Sylvester
Penny Williams
Paul F. Tischer Theatre
The Paul F. Tischer Theatre, formerly known as the Modesto High School Auditorium, is located at Modesto High School, 18 H Street – Modesto, CA.
Gallo Center for the Arts
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