Swing! is an enthralling song and dance show that makes it abundantly clear that swing was never a time or a place----it has always been a state of mind! "Two thirds rhythm and one third soul." That's how Fats Waller defined the uniquely American form of popular music and dance known as "swing."
Musical numbers include:
*It Don't Mean a Thing (If It Ain't Got That Swing) *I'll Be Seeing You* In the Mood *Don't Sit Under The Apple Tree *Cry Me a River *I Won't Dance *Stompin' At the Savoy *A String of Pearls *I've Got a Gal in Kalamazoo *Harlem Nocturne *Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy
Casting:
Principals, A Singing Ensemble and a strong Dancing Ensemble
Ages: Adults and Young Adults (Jr. High School Age and older)
Seeking 25-30 dancer-singers or dancers and singers in the style of Big Band; Jazz, Swing, Jive, Lindy Hop, etc. There are opportunities for vocal and dance solos!
Auditions:
Sunday, February 24, 2019:
Registration: 3:00-3:30 pm
Auditions: 3:30-6:30 pm
Callbacks: If needed; by invitation only
Please be prepared to be at auditions the entire time stated. No appointments. Bring non-returnable photo and resume. Adults and young adults will be taught a dance combination. Please dress appropriately.
Auditions will be held at HOTT Productions, NFP School of the Performing Arts 29 W. Irving Park Road Roselle, IL 60172
Production dates: June 14-22, 2019
Please come to auditions prepared to sing "Bounce Me Brother" (ALL women) and "Throw That Girl Around" (ALL men). Please also prepare one of the following songs of your choice;
Women: "Two and Four" (Soprano) "I'll Be Seeing You" (Mezzo) "Cry Me A River" (Alto)
Men: "It Don't Mean A Thing" "All of Me" "Kitchen Mechanics Night Out" (Baritone range)
Sheet music and piano tracks available at SWING
Music. Please use the Broadway Cast Recording on YouTube for reference.
Contact Info:
No appointments. Bring non-returnable photo and resume. Adults and young adults will be taught a dance combination. Please dress appropriately. For Further Information Please Call: 847-650-HOTT (4688)