Auditions Held For “Mary Poppins Junior” May 15-16
Auditions for the Pennsauken Youth Action Committee’s performance of “Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s Mary Poppins, Jr.” will be held on Tuesday, May 15, and Wednesday, May 16, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Howard M. Phifer Middle School, 8201 Park Ave., Pennsauken. Adapted for children ages 7 to 14, “Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s Mary Poppins, Jr.” is based on the popular Disney-inspired Broadway musical that played for over 2,500 performances and received multiple Olivier and Tony Awards nominations.
Set in 1910 England, audience members are introduced to the troubled Banks family. Young Jane and Michael have sent many a nanny packing before Mary Poppins arrives on their doorstep. Using a combination of magic and common sense, she must teach the family members how to value each other again.
Participants need to contact Pennsauken’s Department of Parks and Recreation to schedule an audition time in advance. Individuals auditioning should come prepared to sing, do some basic movement, and read lines. Please choose a song to show your singing ability.
Rehearsals and performances will be at the Pennsauken Intermediate School in the air-conditioned auditorium/music room. Rehearsals will begin June 26 and three performances will be scheduled for July 27-29.
To sign up for a time slot, or for more information, e-mail Elwood “Duke” Martz at emartz@twp.pennsauken.nj.us or call (856) 665-1000 x151. There will be a $50 audition/performance fee collected at the time of audition.
