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   See information about our new summer musical below:


BASIC INFORMATION ABOUT STAGE AND TUITION:
1. S.T.A.G.E. Inc. is a non-profit organization supported by tuition, ticket sales, and individual sponsorships provided by local businesses.

2. TUITION payments for  Art, Theater, or Creative Writing may be made here. You may also pay by Venmo or check.  Make checks out to S.T.A.G.E. Inc.


SUMMER MUSICAL TUITION NOTE*:  Due to the last year of CoVid 19,  I have reduced our normal summer tuition fee from $350 to $285.  STAGE will offer some need-based-partial-scholarships to students 16-18 years who may need to sacrifice work hours to perform.  You may note this need on your audition form.  Please note this reduced tuition DOES NOT INCLUDE a finished DVD of the show, which we will determine providing once we are in production. 

PLEASE SCROLL DOWN TO LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR SUMMER MUSICAL WITH AUDITIONS APRIL 17-18
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 NEW TO STAGE!
Tuition packages:

​ To simplify the financial side of our program, we are now offering tuition packages.

Tuition packages include the following:
*Instruction in Theater, Dance, and Music (over 50 hours worth)
*Costume(s) (you may be asked to provide basic needs like shoes etc.)
* Production fees (battery, insurance, make up, scripts, music booklets, misc.)
*Downloadable photos from Dropbox
*Summer packages may include: A t-shirt and meals during the final week of rehearsals.

FAQ for One-Day Camp:

What does the One Day Camp schedule look like?
9:30: Registration and sign in will take place beginning at 9:30 am in St. Teresa's basement. Parents or guardians must sign their child "in" and leave emergency phone numbers and information.
10:00 Theater Camp begins
*We will begin with some ice-breaker games and warm ups.
*10:30 An introduction to our theme 
10:45-Noon-Development of techniques
Noon:  Lunch and Breaktime (you will need to provide a sack lunch).
12:30-2:00  Further development of of theme for a mini-performance
2:00-2:15 Break
2:15-3:00 Rehearse and prep for performance.
3:00 Parents and family members may arrive to see our short presentation.

What should I wear?
* Wear comfortable and modest clothing. Basement tends to be on the cool side, so long sleeves or a hoodie are recommended.  Stage will provide a few costumes as needed.

What should I bring?
Water bottles, sack lunch, snack, and a positive attitude:)

How do I register and pay for the camp?
​Please send your check and registration to Lee Hotovy at 6500 Carlsbad Drive, Lincoln, 68510 by October 1/April 15.

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NEW TO STAGE!
S.T.A.G.E. crews!  If you like the idea of learning about another aspect of theater and helping out behind the scenes, then consider joining one of our S.T.A.G.E. Crew Teams.  We are now offering crew spots in Backstage; Hair and Makeup; Cast Crew; House Crew.  Fill out an application below and mail to the above address. You must be in 7th grade or older and applications will be reviewed before you are accepted into the program. Please see registration form below by hitting orange button link.
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AUDITION INFORMATION

No monologue is necessary, we will have you read from the script.


NOTE:  We will have access to the following karaoke tracks at your audition.  If you prefer to present a different song, you may do so acapella style.  Please keep songs to one minute or less. 


Suggested songs:
Male Roles:
King of New York from Newsies

Female Roles:
Forget About the Boy

Male or Female (or with a partner)
Speed Test (Thoroughly Modern Millie)

Younger Performers/male or female:
I Wanna Be Like You /Lion King



   
SUMMER MUSICAL 2022/Flanagan's Boys

Below you will find music selections ​suggested for your audition.  These are based on "voice types" that we will be looking for.  You may provide more than one song if you feel it would show versatility with your voice.
*We ask that vocal submissions are no more than 1 min. in length.

*Please note you that you may need to find the lyrics to a few of these tracks.

Female/ adult or older teen /On My Own
Please prepare from 1:20-2:28
Female Adult/style/soprano/Danny boy 
​Please prepre :00-1:10
Male/ Adult or Older Teen/Empty Chairs and Empty Tables or King of New York
Please prepare :50-1:27 on Empty Chairs
Please prepare approximate 1 minute of KONY

Female/young newsies--ages 9-12/You're Never Fully Dressed
​Please prepare :00-:52

Male/young boys--ages 9-12/I Wanna Be Like You
​Please prepare :00-:45
Female/older teen 13 and up/Newsie role --Seize the Day
​or Carrying the Banner
Male/older teen 13 and up/Older Newsies---Seize the Day or Carrying the Banner

​Please prepare from :00-1:00
Please prepare from :33-1:08


  
Ready to Audition?? 
Make a video and send it in by midnight, April 5! (Dropbox folder:
https://www.dropbox.com/request/ZFIxBC3OOtH7y6qaK7uJ
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​Be sure to include the following:

1. State your name, age, and the roles you are interested in.

2. Present a short monologue from choice list/these should be memorized and NOT READ (visit our monologue button under participant button for new monologues.  NOTE: Adults do not need to perform a monologue)

3. Read the part of your character from the selected scenes (see buttons on right side of this page)  Just read your parts or you may have a second voice (sibling/parent) read the other voice with you.

4. Present your vocal audition

5. Dance:  if you are an untrained dancer, but would like to demonstrate 8 counts of movement to music, you may do so.  
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6. If you are a trained dancer (13 and up), please state the number of years you have danced and whether you have participated in Irish Dance. Please demonstrate 3-4 of your highest level skills, along with an 8-count movement to music (your choice).  We will contact you for an individual dance audition as needed.

SPECIAL SKILLS:
7. Please let us know if you can play violin well; if you are a gymnast; if you have taken Irish dance.  Feel free to demonstrate (1 minute or less) on your video.
WHAT ARE THE  BENEFITS OF STAGE AND WHAT MAKES IT DIFFERENT THAN OTHER THEATER  EXPERIENCES?
The main mission of STAGE is to use the medium of theater (and the arts) to teach about God and the message of love. It is based on the Call to Artists by John Paul II. Our theater team of professional adults, work with this philosophy in order to give the students a full experience of learning about theater, dance, and music, while having the fun of expressing it to others. It gives them an opportunity to hone their art, develop confidence, experience their faith in a lively and productive way, and learn about teamwork in a positive environment that focuses on Godly virtues.

S.T.A.G.E. makes every effort to produce a high quality show  with superb music and choreography, great costumes, and colorful sets with creative lighting and sound. We pride ourselves on thinking outside the theater box at times, to give the audience a fresh taste of live performance, especially  with kids! With over fifteen years under our belt, the STAGE team is committed  to providing each student with one on one time to learn their part, along with  many group activities to give them a fun, social experience throughout the four  weeks, all in the Spirit of S.T.A.G.E.!   Come join the fun this summer and be a part of S.T.A.G.E.!

Additional questions may be directed to Lee Hotovy at shotovy@msn.com
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FAQ FOR ONE DAY CAMPS
Camps are designed to give students a fun day of theater, and to offer them a
taste of the art if it is new to them.  This camp will be presented by Mrs. Hotovy along with student assistants.
When is the registration and tuition due?  Classes will be filled in a first-come basis and class sizes are limited.  Registrations are due three days prior to camp date. 
What will my child get out of the camp? Students will learn the basics of theater within the theme of the camp.  
How should my child dress and what should they bring?  Comfortable and modest clothing for movement and fun.  Tennis shoes or jazz/dance shoes if you have them preferred. Students should provide their own sack lunch or snack for break mid-way through the camp, along with water bottles.  We will provide costumes for the presentation.

   
FAQ 
It's Elementary,
My Dear

How should I prepare for my audition?
 Audition dates:  April 17-18
St. Teresa's Kaczmarek Hall 36th and Randolph St.

In order to be considered, students should be well prepared for their auditions. Each student (or adult) will need to present a memorized song** less than 1 minute (please use button tabs found at the left of this page for the recommended songs and monologues.)

**Please note we are auditioning students 12-18 yrs.

It is recommended students present themselves first (ie: “Hello, my name is……and I will be presenting….”). It is also recommended that they have their pieces memorized and feel confident in their presentation. We will have them read from segments of the play as well. 
Callbacks will follow on April 18 4:30-7:30pm as needed. You will be emailed if  you make callbacks following your audition.

When are rehearsals?
Rehearsals will take place on Fridays beginning April 23, 30, May 7, 14, 21/ 5-9 (broken into sections). Additional rehearsals will take place over June 1-23 with performances June 24-27. Rehearsals will be held at St. Teresa's K Hall through May, then move to Pius LPAC on June 1.

Performances:
June 24-27

Full out Tech and Dress Rehearsals June 17-23 including weekend hours (Sat. morning and/or Sunday afternoon)
Daytime hours /M-F  4-9pm

Can I miss any rehearsals?
Like any production we can only produce a quality show if we have commitment and time invested from our performers.  You will be allowed to miss a minimal amount of rehearsal due to work, camp, or sporting practice.  However, all conflicts should be listed on your audition form for our consideration.  Once we are in final dress rehearsal and performance weeks, we will require full commitment.

How much is tuition and what does it entail?
TUITION PACKAGE:  $285
*Some need-based-partial scholarships will be available;  Please list on your audition form.
Package includes the following:
8-10 Weeks of training in music, dance, and acting
Costume and Make Up
Production Fees
Script and Insurance Fees
T-shirt
Photo Dropbox link (free) of cast and show
1 Family Night showing with our final dress rehearsal


What is Elementary about?
Set in a mysterious hotel (that resembles a board game), several Whodunnits are invited to solve the mystery of Sheerluck Holmes, who has gone missing!  The detectives interview guests and staff to unravel the mystery, while mysterious "feathery" clues appear.  It looks like the "butler" is guilty until a clever plot by Peacock and her accomplices is revealed. Eventually all things lead to Holmes, who has discovered the true meaning of life (within) and our relationship with the greatest "Whodunnit" of all, God.

CAST PARTS:
Detectives:
Sheerluck Holmes, Dr. Whatsin, Jane Marble, Hercule Parrot, Ins. Soclueless,Kayo, Nancy Rude, Pardy Boys, Ins. Blunt, Officer Dunnin

Guests:
Col. Dijon, Scarlet O'Terror, Penelope Peacock, Mr. Greenatelli, Prof. Prune

Staff: (play doubles of guests)
Manager/Ms. Hartford
Mr. Doveall/Butler
Mrs. White/housekeeper
Miss Syne-in and Miss Syne-out
Ding and Aling/bellhops
Zee Chef
Miss Step and Miss Hap/maids

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What is Flanagan's Boys about?
Based on the true story of Father Edward Flanagan and his founding of Boys Town.
This original musical follows the footsteps of  this great priest and how he helped the homeless boys of Omaha beginning in 1917.
Intertwined with music and dance, his story is told through his own eyes, with the influence of his upbringing in Ireland. Several characters emerge to help tell the story including a lawyer and supportive friend;  a Newspaper reporter; a desperate mother who leaves her boys in Father's care; and several homeless boys off the streets of Omaha.

CAST PARTS
Adults or Young Adults:
Father Flanagan (young man)
Father Flanagan (older man)
Hal Herbertz (Newspaper man)
Henry Stein (lawyer & friend)
Mother Flanagan (span of 30 years)
Nuns
Ruth, Mother of Paulie 
Townspeople (adults/mix of roles)
Hobos (adult men)

Boys:
Howard (older teen)
Paulie (younger crippled boy)
Original Five Boys (10-12 years)
Other boys (8-12 years/can be played by girls)

Older Newsie Boys (ages 13 and up)

Girl Newsies/ensemble (12 and up)
Female Dancers and Office Clerks--(13 and up)

We are looking for a diverse cast to best portray the story.  We are also looking for experienced dancers.

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Scenes:  Please select the scenes particular to the characters you would like to read for and submit with your vocal audition.
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