Posted on: Thursday, August 5, 2004

Tryouts Calendar

Advertiser Staff

STAGE/SCREEN

Diamond Head Theatre auditions for the Sept. 24-Oct. 10 production of the musical "Anything Goes," 7 p.m. Friday, 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Diamond Head Theatre rehearsal hall. Performers should prepare a Broadway-style song (bring sheet music in performer's key), dance and read from the script. 733-0277, ext. 309.

Paliku Theatre auditions for 40 parts for community members from teens to seniors for the Oct. 8-Nov. 7 production of the musical "Big River," 7 p.m. Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, Paliku Theatre, Windward Community College, Kane'ohe. Bring sheet music for a song that has been memorized. 235-7330, www.paliku.com.

MUSIC/DANCE

Honolulu Symphony Chorus auditions for the fall concert season on Wednesday and Aug. 7. Experienced vocalists may call 524-0815, ext. 257, to schedule an audition. Rehearsals begin Monday evenings in the UH-Manoa music department's choral rehearsal room.

Island Idol Contest, singing competition hosted by the Central YMCA, with door prizes and silent auction, 5-10 p.m. Aug. 22, Ocean Nightclub at Restaurant Row; $10 in advance, $15 at the door, for 21 years of age and over. Contest entry form at www.islandidol.org or apply in person at the Central YMCA, 401 Atkinson Drive. Audience tickets: 941-3344.

Hawai'i Pacific University International Choral Program seeks bass and baritone singers for the 2003-2005 academic year. Call 544-1127 for additional information and audition appointment. Deadline is Aug. 30.

Kailua High School seeks choral and madrigal alumni for the school's 50th anniversary and Christmas concert on Nov. 27. To participate, contact 261-0160 or www.kailuahighalumni.org before Nov. 24.

Hawaii Kai Towne Center calls for groups from churches, schools and community organizations to perform on the center's stage. Call Carrie for information: 941-0440.

Taize Choir, learn chants used in communal prayer, 12:30 p.m. Sundays, Parke Chapel (next to St. Andrew's Cathedral). 234-5282.

Hawai'i Vocal Arts Ensemble auditions for singers with clear, flexible voices. Auditions held 4 p.m. Sundays. Call for an appointment, 261-6495, or e-mail MaestroTim@aol.com.

O'ahu Civic Orchestra invites musicians to join rehearsals at 7 p.m. Mondays at Eiben Hall, Chaminade University. 261-6127, 735-5726.

Na Leo Lani Chorus, Hawai'i chapter of Sweet Adelines International, auditions women singers and actors for the upcoming summer show, "Barbershop Bandstand." Rehearsals and auditions, 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays, St. Francis School Auditorium. 944-3373.

Honolulu Chorale rehearses for the new concert season, 7 p.m. Tuesdays at St. Andrew's Priory. 524-0815, ext. 257.

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. Thursdays, Ala Wai Golf Course clubhouse. 262-7664.

Al Waterson and You Talent Search, competition for singers 18 and older, with prizes and possible recording contract, 7-10 p.m. Thursdays, Don Ho's Island Grill. Registration: 947-5736.

PAGEANTS

Emine Pacific Beauties seeks contestants in various age groupings, ages 1-65, for the Asia Universe and Hawaii Star USA pageants to be held Aug. 28. Entry fee is $50. Call for application: 927-3028. Application deadline is Aug. 18.

Venus Swimwear holds a model search for their promotional materials, 8 p.m. Sept. 4, Volcanoes Nightclub. Winner will travel to Florida for a photo shoot. Ticket price is $10. 528-7071.

Majestic Production seeks contestants, ages 3 to 11 years, for the Little Miss/Little Mr. Hawaii's Darlin' pageant to be held Sept. 25. Apply at 389-8870, 221-6875. Entry fee is $150; no mandatory ticket or ad sales. Deadline is Sept. 11.

Majestic Production seeks contestants for the 2005 Miss Asia Hawaii State Pageant to be held in Nov. Open to all females, married or unmarried, ages 3-65. State winners advance to the national competition. Recruitment fee is $85. Application: 389-8870, 221-6875. Deadline is Oct. 15.

Send announcements with contact name and phone number to: Tryouts Calendar, Island Life, The Honolulu Advertiser, P.O. Box 3110, Honolulu, HI 96802. Call 525-8034, fax 525-8055, or e-mail islandlife@honoluluadvertiser.com with "Tryouts Cal" in the subject line.