Tryouts Calendar
STAGE/SCREEN
WINDWARD COMMUNITY COLLEGE auditions for the musical "My Fair Lady," which opens Oct. 23 and runs each weekend through Nov. 16. Bring sheet music for a song from any show and be prepared to cold read from the script. Auditions 6 p.m. Sunday, Monday and Tuesday at Paliku Theatre, Windward Community College. 235-7330.
Kumu Kahua Theatre holds auditions for two Asian males, early 30s to early 40s, and three Asian females, early 20s to early 40s, for the October production of Edward Sakamoto's "Obake," noon-3 p.m. Aug. 23 and 6-9 p.m. Aug. 24, Kumu Kahua Theatre. Call for additional requirements: 536-4222.
Vertov Industries holds an open casting call for lead, support and extras roles for an independent film to be shot in Hawai'i during September and October. Auditions held Aug. 22, 23 and 24. Call for location and appointment: 845-4793.
"Shooting stars," Diamond Head Theatre's youth performing troupe, auditions for the 2003-2004 season, for children ages 7-17, 2 p.m. Aug. 23, Kapi'olani Community College Chapel. Call for additional requirements: 733-0277, ext. 302.
MUSIC/DANCE
Honolulu Symphony Chorus auditions for the 2003/2004 season which will include Brahms' German Requiem, Beethoven's Ninth Symphony and Carl Orff's Carmina Burana. Rehearsals begin Aug. 11 in the Music Department's choral rehearsal room at UH-Manoa. To schedule an audition for Aug. 23, call 524-0815 ext. 257.
Honolulu Chorale begins rehearsals for the new concert season, 6:30 p.m. Sept. 2 and each following Tuesday at St. Andrew's Priory. To schedule a voice placement and interview call 524-0815, ext. 257 before Sept. 2.
Ballet Hawaii announces auditions for the annual December production of "Nutcracker." Auditions held Sept. 27 at Ballet Hawaii's Dole Cannery Studio. Call for audition times for ballet levels I through VII and adult: 521-8600.
Expressions by choice, an opportunity for avant-guard artists, seeks musicians, vocalists, groups and bands to audition for bimonthly performances. Call for audition location and dates: 593-3682.
O'ahu Civic Orchestra invites musicians to join rehearsals held at 7 p.m. each Monday at Eiben Hall, Chaminade University. 261-6127, 735-5726.
Na Leo Lani Chorus, Hawai'i's chapter of Sweet Adelines International, looking for new members. Rehearsals 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays, St. Francis School Auditorium. 944-3373.
Chaminade University Chorus invites experienced singers to join this community chorus. Rehearsals 7-9 each Wednesday, Room 201, Eiben Hall on the campus. 261-6495.
Sounds of Aloha Barbershop Chorus seeks new members. Male singers of all levels and vocal parts sought for four-part barbershop-style a cappella harmony. Rehearsals 7 p.m. each Thursday, Ala Wai Golf Course clubhouse. 262-7664.
St. Andrew's Cathedral Choir seeks new singers in all vocal part. Some sight-reading ability is desirable. 524-8632.
PAGEANTS/MODELING
Ms. Aloha Nui Pageant, seeks entries from Big Island women, ages 18 and over and at least 200 pounds, for the Sept. 6 pageant. Winner receives prizes and rides in the Aloha Festivals Paniolo Parade in Hilo. Entry deadline is Aug. 23 with no entry fee. (808) 896-0323, (808) 885-1022.
Cherry Blossom Festival of Honolulu is accepting applications for next year's queen contest to be held in March. Applicants must be of at least 50 percent Japanese ancestry, U.S. citizens and Hawai'i residents, between the ages of 19 and 26 and able to participate in pre-pageant classes and appearances. Applications are available at www.cbfhawaii.com or by calling 949-2255. Application deadline: Aug. 30.
V International Productions seeks contestants for the Nov. 29 competition for Little Miss (ages 4-8), Junior Miss Glamour Hawaii (ages 9-12), Miss Teen (ages 13-17), Miss Cover Girl (ages 18-29), Male Cover Model (ages 16-29), Miss Petite Teen (ages 13-17), Ms. Petite Hawaii USA (ages 18-30) and Miss VIP, a preliminary to the Miss Hawaii competition, (ages 17-24). Registration fee is $35 with an entry fee of $299 (inquire about sponsorships) for each competition except Miss VIP, which has no fees. Call for entry form: 842-0881. Deadline: Sept. 20.
Send announcements to: Tryouts Calendar, Island Life, The Honolulu Advertiser, P.O. Box 3110, Honolulu, HI 96802. Phone 525-8034, fax 525-8055, or e-mail islandlife@honoluluadvertiser.com with "Tryouts Cal" in the subject line.
