Tryouts calendar
Advertiser Staff
STAGE/TV
Diamond Head Theatre auditions for the Sept. 22-Oct. 8 production of the musical "Thoroughly Modern Millie," 2 p.m. today at DHT Rehearsal Hall. www.diamondheadtheatre.com, 733-0277, ext. 309.
Paliku Theatre auditions for the Oct. 13-Nov. 12 production of the musical "Oklahoma!," 7 p.m. tomorrow-Wednesday, at the theater, Windward Community College. Those who audition must be at least age 16 for the adult roles, will sing a memorized song (bring the sheet music for the provided accompanist; no karaoke or a cappella) and will audition for some movement work and reading from the script. 235-7330.
Maui OnStage auditions for all roles for the 2006-07 season, from 2:30 p.m. Aug. 19, Iao Theater, Wailuku, Maui. Bring a resume, headshot and prepare an uptempo song and a dramatic or comedic monologue. (808) 244-8680.
Aloha Performing Arts Company (Big Island) auditions for the Oct. 6-22 production of the musical comedy "Honk, Jr." 6:30 p.m. Aug. 21-22 at APAC's loft in Kainaliu, Big Island. All parts are for boys and girls, 18 and younger, who must have a parent's or guardian's written permission to audition. Auditions will consist of movement, singing and reading from the script. Information and parental permission forms at www.apachawaii.org. Call (808) 322-9924 to arrange for perusal of the script at the loft office.
"Supernanny" ABC's reality TV show seeks families with children who are in need of discipline to appear on the show, 3-7 p.m. Sept. 2, Kahala Mall, Center Court. 732-7736.
MUSIC/DANCE
The Honolulu Chorale invites singers of all voice parts to complete a voice placement and interview for the upcoming season, 6:30 p.m. Aug. 15, call 680-7702 for location, www.thehonoluluchorale.org.
Hawaii Youth Opera Chorus auditions for boys and girls (grades K-12) to participate in training, performance and touring opportunities in their choral ensembles, Aug. 19 and 26, UH-Manoa Music Department. Audition fees of $5 for grades K-2 and $25 for grades 3-12 will be applied to the semester tuition of $130 for K-2 and $250 for grades 3-12. For more information: 521-2982.
rRed Elephant seeks musical performers and bands to perform at the venue's "Live" events. To schedule an audition: 550-8457 or andrew@meaderarts.com. Deadline is Sept. 1.
PAGEANTS
55th Cherry Blossom Festival of Honolulu seeks applications for Cherry Blossom Queen from women, ages 19-26, who are of at least 50 percent Japanese ancestry, a U.S. citizen and Hawai'i resident. Must be available for all pre-pageant activities and events following the March 31 pageant. Submit application with $25 fee: www.cbfhawaii.com, 949-2255. Application fee $25; deadline extended to Aug. 15.
2007 Miss East Oahu and Miss Kahala contestants being sought for the Sept. 23 pageant at Windward Community College. Women must be ages 17-24, single, never married, with no children, have talent and select a platform issue to represent. Competition, which is a preliminary to the Miss Hawaii and Miss America pageants, includes personal interview, swimsuit and evening wear, talent and questions on the chosen platform issue. 342-1516. Application deadline is Aug. 23.
Young's Island Gem Productions seeks male and female contestants, newborn to age 24, for the Oct. 14 Miss and Mister Island Gem Pageant. Entry fee is $100. 695-5455. 341-5359. Deadline is Aug. 27.
ONGOING
Brew Moon Waikiki auditions for weekend performances in an open-mike, casual venue on the restaurant's lanai. Seeking soloists and groups who perform Hawaiian, jazz or easy-listening music (no grunge or heavy metal groups). No auditions required, to record with JWAVE, a Japanese radio station. Call Andree for appointment: 955-9045.
Hawai'i Vocal Arts Ensemble auditions singers, 4 p.m. Sundays. 261-6495, or maestrotim@aol.com.
Al Waterson and You Talent Search, competition for singers, with prizes and possible recording contract, 6-9 p.m. Sundays, Don Ho's Island Grill. Competition rotates by week among keiki, teens, adults and seniors. Register: 947-5736.
O'ahu Civic Orchestra invites musicians to join rehearsals, 7 p.m. Mondays, Eiben Hall, Chaminade University. 261-6127, 735-5726.
Na Leo Lani Chorus, Hawai'i chapter of Sweet Adelines International, invites women, ages 16 and older, to its rehearsals, 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Saint Francis School auditorium, Manoa Valley. 944-3373, www.sweetadelineshawaii.org.
Honolulu Men's Chorus seeks gay and gay-friendly men to join the chorus. Rehearsals 7-9 p.m. Wednesdays, Community Church of Honolulu. 429-9600.
Sounds of Aloha Barbershop Chorus rehearsals 7 p.m. Thursdays, Ala Wai Golf Course clubhouse. 262-7664.
Hawaii Kai Towne Center calls for groups from churches, schools and community organizations to perform at the center. 941-0440.
Send announcements to: Tryouts Calendar, Island Life, The Honolulu Advertiser, P.O. Box 3110, Honolulu, HI 96802; islandlife@honoluluadvertiser. com, with "Tryouts Cal" in the subject line; or fax 525-8055.
