Diamond head theatre auditions for the Nov. 30-Dec. 16 production of the musical "Annie," 7 p.m. Sept. 28 for adult parts and 2 p.m. Sept. 29 and 30 for adults and children, DHT Rehearsal Hall; also auditioning for a dog to play the part of "Sandy the Dog" at 1:30-3 p.m. Saturday on the Garden Lanai. 733-0277.

ARMY COMMUNITY theatre auditions for the December production of the musical "Santa Claus Lives in Hawaii," 7 p.m. Oct. 1, 2 and 3, Richardson Theatre, Fort Shafter. 438-4480.

MUSIC/DANCE

Ballet HawaiI auditions for the Dec. 21-23 production of the "Nutcracker" ballet, 11:30 a.m. through 6 p.m. Saturday, Dole Cannery Studio. Call for information on times for auditions for each level of experiences: 521-8600.

"Mardi Gras Follies," auditions for singers, dancers, specialty acts, models and stage crew for Follies 2002 to begin Feb. 23, 7 p.m. Oct. 7 and 8, Pearl Harbor Banyans Club. 922-8401.

Drums of Polynesia seeking experienced female Polynesian dancer for one-year contract in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Call for an audition appointment: 220-4464.

Oahu choral society auditions for experienced singers in all voice parts for its 8th season of performances with the Honolulu Symphony. Call to schedule an audition: 734-4278.

Red door dance production seeks males and females with energy and stage presence who dance in any style or perform, act, do magic, juggle, etc. Call for audition time and date: 352-6170.

HNL entertainment auditions for keyboard player, guitarist and drummer who can also sing lead for two dance bands now forming. Also seeking duos, trios and bands to perform contemporary Hawaiian music for lounge and nightclub engagements. Call for appointment: 833-6452, 294-3024.

KIKA INC. seeks singer for high-energy show band for corporate gigs. 735-2088.

Na Leo Lani Chorus, Hawai'i Chapter of Sweet Adelines International, welcomes women 16 and older. Rehearsals for Christmas performances at 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays. 944-3373.

The Honolulu Men's Chorus is accepting new members in all vocal ranges for this gay and gay-friendly men's chorus. Rehearsals 7-9:30 p.m. Wednesdays. For rehearsal location and information, call 537-2113.

Sounds of Aloha Barbershop Chorus auditions for all male vocal parts, 7 p.m. Thursdays, Ala Wai Golf Course clubhouse. 262-7664.

PAGEANTS

Hawai'i's Junior Miss scholarship program accepting applications from high school senior girls for the January 2002 pageant. Entry deadline is Friday. 371-6275 or www.PeopleFirstHawaii.com/jrmiss/

Ms. Hawai'i Senior America seeks women 60 years or older for the Oct. 27 pageant at Mamiya Theater. Finalist will participate in the Dec. 2 Ms. Senior America pageant in Las Vegas. Application deadline extended to Sept. 30. 596-8111.

2002 Miss Hawai'i Program, preliminary to the Miss America Pageant, sponsored by the Miss Honolulu, Miss Leeward, Miss Manoa Valley and Miss West O'ahu scholarship organization, seeks contestants, ages 17-24. Deadline for applications: Sept. 22. 536-5522.

V INTERNATIONAL PRODUCTIONS seeks contestants ages 18-24 for the First Annual Miss VIP pageant on Oct. 20. The winner will advance to the Miss Hawai'i Scholarship Pageant on July 28, 2002. Entry deadline extended to Sept. 24. 843-0883.

L.A. image productions seeks contestants in five age groups from 1 to 12 years for the Little Miss Aloha and Little Mr. Aloha State contest held at Blaisdell Arena on Oct. 20 and 21. Deadline to enter is Oct. 15. 520-8119.