Artistic director Janice Flower has selected Big, The Musical as St. Albert Children's Theatre 2015 winter production. Big, adapted from the feature film starring Tom Hanks is about a little boy who makes a wish to be older and overnight is aged to adulthood.
Artistic director Janice Flower has selected Big, The Musical as St. Albert Children's Theatre 2015 winter production.
Big, adapted from the feature film starring Tom Hanks is about a little boy who makes a wish to be older and overnight is aged to adulthood.
Auditions for children eight to 12 years old are on June 27 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Auditions for teens 13 to 19 years and alumni is on June 28 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Each participant needs to bring either a karaoke-type CD or sheet music for the pianist. Participants can also sing a cappella and all material should be memorized.
Online registration is preferred. However, if young actors are unable to pre-register, they can show up on their age-appropriate day before noon and obtain a time-slot.
Auditions take place at #10A, 215 Carnegie Dr. in Campbell Park.
For more information call Flower at 780-458-5417 or visit stalbert.ca/experience/stalbert-childrens-theatre/events-auditions/audition-information/.
The City of St. Albert is revving up for Canada Day, July 1. Celebrations start at Rotary Park from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and from 7 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. at St. Albert Place ending with fireworks at 11 p.m. on Mission Hill.
The city is looking for volunteers for both daytime and evening events. The most activity assistants are needed in: dodge ball, canoe and kayaks, remote control cars, craft station and many more.
Assistants are required for the bouncy castle program, face painting and the petting zoo. Cupcake assistants, parking and traffic directors as well as environmental assistants are also in demand.
Volunteers are scheduled to work in four to five hour shifts and will receive a t-shirt, free snacks and refreshments.
For further information call Rosaly DeVenz, administrative assistant with recreation and parks, at 780-418-6063.
In preparation for K-Days, Northlands is hosting a Local Hero Contest. Northlands organizers encourage the broader community at large to nominate a “difference maker,” someone who goes above and beyond in their roles as professionals, volunteers or community role models.
From the names, six Honorary Parade Marshals will be selected to lead the K-Days parade on July 17. In addition, each winning marshal will receive $500 to donate to a charity or community or community group.
“The Local Hero Contest is dedicated to thanking those who selflessly impact the community and touch the lives of people every day. Whether it's a neighbour who goes the extra mile or a community leader who inspires those around them, this contest is your chance to recognize people for all the great things they do,” said Tim Reid, president and CEO, Northlands.
Deadline for nominations is June 26. To nominate visit k-days.com/outdoor-fun-food/parade/local-hero-contest.
