Chicago's award-wining Imagination Theater, a 36-year old touring, educational, social issues theater company, will hold auditions for actors and actresses to join IT's 2002-2003 Ensemble. General auditions will be held on: July 9, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.; July 10, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.; July 15, 6 - 10 p.m., and July 16, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Callbacks will be held on July 18, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Prepare two contrasting monologues, not to exceed four minutes total. One monologue must be "child friendly." Be prepared for cold readings and/or improv. All auditions will take place at Imagination Theater, 1801 W. Byron St., #2-S.
Auditionees must have flexible, daytime availability at least three days per week (Monday through Friday), be strong in improvisation, be a quick study, be versatile, and work well with people of all ages. The group is seeking ensemble-minded individuals able to work in a variety of settings.
Those selected must have reliable transportation, and be willing to drive to and from shows in the Chicago/suburban area. All transportation is reimbursed. There is pay for all performances. Training begins the week of Aug. 12, with performances running Sept. 9 - June 15. Ensemble members will share in performing over 600 presentations and workshops throughout the year. Minorities are strongly encouraged to audition.
To sign up for an audition slot, or for more information, please call (773) 929-4100, or visit IT's Web site www.imaginationtheater.org.
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