The Voice of the Community Since 1909, Serving Moorcroft and Pine Haven, Wyoming
The Voice of the Community Since 1909, Serving Moorcroft and Pine Haven, Wyoming
Missoula Children's Theatre productions are always a hit, such as the performance of Alice in Wonderland staged in 2016.
Watch the Emperor learn about true friendship and dressing for success as the Missoula Children's Theatre presents an original musical adaptation of the Hans Christian Andersen classic, The Emperor's New Clothes.
Auditions for The Emperor's New Clothes will be held Monday, January 31 in the high school auditorium from 4 to 6 p.m. 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 audition.
Approximately 50-60 roles are available for local students. All students, grades K through 12, are encouraged to audition and no advance preparation is necessary.
Among the roles to be cast are the Emperor; Many Penny and the Money Council; Royal Scholars Roxy and Red; Kings and Queens; Gem and the Royal Jewelers; Boots and the Royal Cobblers; Lid and the Royal Hatters; Stitch and the Royal Tailors; and the Royal Silkworms. Assistant Directors will also be cast to aid in rehearsals throughout the week and to take on essential backstage responsibilities.
The Missoula Children's Theatre touring productions are complete with costumes, scenery, props and makeup. MCT Tour Actor/Directors will conduct rehearsals throughout the week from 4 to 6 p.m. or 8 p.m. each day, depending on the roles actors receive.
The Emperor's New Clothes will be presented on Saturday, February 5 at 3 and 5:30 p.m. in the High School Auditorium. Tickets will be available at the door.
The Missoula Children's Theatre residency in Moorcroft is brought to you by the Moorcroft K8 Parent Action Committee. For more information, call Angie Peters 307-756-2632.
