The Worcester Forum Theater, a professional theater, will conduct an 8 month Community Wide Theater project, called TheatherWorks, to train and employ 20-30 young adults (Hispanic, Asian, Black, Caucasian), from throughout Worcester County, in Dancing, Singing and Acting, in preparation for a full, professional production of the musical, West Side Story, next summer at Forum Theater Under the Stars at Green Hill Park in Worcester. Starting this January, Forum Theater's staff will train participants Boot Camp Style for 5 months (15 hours weekly - 9 hours in Jazz Dance - 3 hours in Singing and 3 hours in Acting). Participants will then join a professional cast to rehearse West Side Story for one month, and then perform the show for 6-8 weeks July and August at Forum Theater Under the Stars in Green Hill Park.
All participants will receive a $400 stipend for the 5 month training, and will then receive $100 weekly for the rehearsal and run of West Side Story.
We are searching for very athletic young adults who like to dance and can move well naturally, who can carry a tune, and who have a strong "stage presence". Experience is helpful, but not necessary. Participants must be highly motivated, dependable, disciplined, and have a strong desire to learn and work hard.
The first audition will take place on October 26 and 27 at the Forum Theater, 6 Chatham St., in Worcester from 10am to 4pm. Be prepared to sing any song and be prepared to dance. Call Brian Tivnan at (508) 799-9166 for an appointment or for more information.