Auditions To Be Held For Young Actors

Area youth will have the opportunity to show off their acting abilities this summer with the Children’s Theatre Festival production of “The Odyssey.”

The Sam Houston State University department of theatre and dance and the Huntsville Arts Commission will audition those ages 6-18 for roles in the play on Monday and Tuesday (May 23-24), from 7-10 p.m. both days, in the University Theatre Center.

Actors, singers, dancers and musicians are encouraged to audition, according to theatre manager Chrissy Price. Those cast will be required to pay $15 for books and supplies.

“ The Odyssey” traces Odysseus’ attempt to return home with his men after his victory over Troy in the Trojan War. Through a series of flashbacks, narrated in part by a mystifying old man that has arrived at the home of Odysseus’ wife Penelope, the plot is filled with adventure.

This play, adapted from Homer’s epic poem by Gregory A. Falls and Kurt Beattie, is full of high spirits and courage as Odysseus and his men battle the Cyclops and struggle against the Sirens of the Sea, Price said.

Performances will be held June 22-24 at 7 p.m.

For more information, call the University Theatre Center at 936.294.1339.

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SHSU Media Contact: Jennifer Gauntt
May 19, 2005
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