Carondelet's Middle School Presenting

Disney's Aladdin for Spring Musical!

(Updated February 17, 2019)

Dear CCS Families:

After carefully considering the number of actors wanting to participate, the ages of the actors, and wanting to ensure that the spring musical is again a grand success, we have made an important and exciting decision to present Disney's Aladdin instead of Footloose. 

All CCS students in grades 6, 7, and 8 are invited to participate in this classic production. There is a role for everyone and I encourage all middle schoolers to take part in this wonderful CCS tradition. I am visiting with all middle schoolers this week to talk about the play and how everyone can and should be part of the 11 year CCS tradition.
Please read all following material and give a shout with questions: Heather Dorsey, Carondelet Theatre Director. 

COMPLETE A REGISTRATION FORM HERE>>

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Next step: SIGN your kids up for an audition! SIGN-UP HERE>>

REQUIRED FOR EVERY CHILD PARTICIPATING IN THE SHOW – Yes, everyone : 

Step 1: Sign up for ONE audition day and time! Everyone participating in the show whether that be on or off stage will go through auditions. It’s not scary, it’s fun. Encourage your kids to do it, they won’t regret it. 

Option #1: Fri, Feb 8: auditions from 5-7pm, mandatory kids & parent meeting 7-7:30pm 

Option #2: Sat, Feb 9: auditions from 12:30-2:30pm, mandatory kids & parent meeting 2:30-3pm 

Option #3: Tues, Feb 12: auditions from 5-7pm, mandatory kid & parent meeting 7-7:30pm 

Parent Meeting: An opportunity for you to sign up for parent volunteer opportunities (critical… we need you!), fill out paperwork, and hear about the new, revised way we will approach the musical this year. 30 minutes tops! This is part of the information provided on the previously mentioned google form. 

Step 2: Those considered for a lead role: Call Backs are on Tuesday, Feb 19 from 5-7:30pm. Kids stay the entire time. 

Step 3: We begin full cast rehearsals on Saturday, Feb 23 and Sunday, Feb 24. 
 

Here is the tentative rehearsal / time commitment break down: 
 

LEAD CAST (HIGH TIME COMMITMENT): Rehearsals will be three to four days a week. This means the play is their top priority above other outside of school activities. They want to be in as many scenes / songs as possible. These rehearsals will be held (tentatively) on Tues / Thurs from 4:30-6:30pm, Sat 2-4pm and Sun 12:30-5pm - depending on the role given. 

MAIN CAST (MEDIUM TIME COMMITMENT): The majority of kids are in this cast. Rehearsals are approximately one to two days a week. You will be asked to choose a preferred date / time; Saturdays from 2-4pm, Sundays from 12:30-2:30pm or Sundays 3-5pm. 

LOW ROLES (LOW COMMITMENT): This level of role is for the kids involved in tons of different activities. They have little time to commit to rehearsals but want to be involved – which is great! Rehearsals begin mid / late April. There will be very limited rehearsal time for this cast. 

NEW: SPECIALTY ROLES (LOW - MEDIUM COMMITMENT): We will add Hip-Hop dancers, Line dancers, Ballet dancers, and FORTNITE dancers as we go through the rehearsal process - I am excited to offer kids who may be a little nervous about being on stage a showcase option. 

The ALADDIN Mp3 music files and script are available on Google Classroom. It is also available on Spotify (access the Broadway cast recording rather than the movie version). 

ADDITIONAL THINGS TO KNOW… 

1) The rehearsals for all participants will increase as we get closer to the show dates. A full rehearsal schedule will be emailed out soon. 

2) PERFORMANCE DATES are Thursday, May 9 at 7pm, Friday, May 10 at 7pm, Saturday, May 11 at 3pm and 7pm. We will NOT have a performance on Mothers’ Day. All performances will be held at The Academy of Holy Angels. Tech week runs Monday, May 6- Wednesday, May 8 prior to the show opening. Please note the Saturday, May 11 matinee & evening show which will include a cast party between shows. 

3) You may access all information (forms, updates, rehearsal schedules, and general information) via the “CCS Spring Musical” link on the CCS school website, via weekly emails and updates, and CCS news notes. 

4) The participation fee is $115. This is the fee that all participants pay regardless of their chosen commitment and activity level. The fee will help cover costs such as royalty fees, space rental, lighting, technical fees, and costume rentals. No one will be denied due to financial difficulties. Please see Mrs. Kerr for financial scholarship information. 

As we know from our past performances, this is an exciting, emotional, and educational experience for everyone involved. I thank you in advance for your support and patience as we present DISNEY'S ALADDIN.  

Thanks so much, let the fun begin! 

Carondelet Theatre Director (and parent of former CCS students)

University of Minnesota faculty, Theatre Arts and Communications