Tryouts Calendar

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 on Monday evenings beginning Aug. 9 in the UH-Manoa music department's choral rehearsal room.

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. Aug. 9, 10 and 11, Paliku Theatre, Windward Community College, Kane'ohe. Bring sheet music for a song that has been memorized. 235-7330, www.paliku.com.

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. Deadline is Aug. 18.

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. 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.

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

Na Leo Lani Chorus, Hawai'i chapter of Sweet Adelines International, rehearses 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays, St. Francis School Auditorium. 944-3373.