Shining Star Performing Arts Academy
Summer 2012
Audition Workshop – Tuesday, June 5, 2012 – 5pm to 7pm
Auditions – Thursday, June 7, 2012 – 5pm to 7pm
Call Backs – Thursday, June 7, 2012 – 8pm to 9pm
Orientation – Tuesday, June 12, 2012 – 5pm to 7pm
$5 "Audition Fee" waived if you register early for auditions. To register in advance, visit our website -shiningsproductions.com - click on "Contact Us", and send us an email including the participant's name, age, and phone number.
Shining Star Performing Arts Academy
31505 Grand River, Door #1 (Located In The Back)
Farmington, Michigan 48336
Ages 4+
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Practices - Tuesday and Thursday, 5pm to 7pm
Performances – Weekend of September 8, 2012
Farmington Civic Theater
The Huns have invaded, and it is up to the misfit Mulan and her mischievous sidekick Mushu to save the Emperor! Disney's MULAN JR. is a heartwarming celebration of culture, honor and a fighting spirit. The score includes favorites like “Reflection,” “Honor to Us All” and “I’ll Make a Man Out of You” as well as new songs that will get your audience up on its feet!
Characters:
This list is not in order based on the importance of one character or another.
ANCESTORS:
We are looking to cast strong performers who can carry the show. The “Ancestors” act as narrators for the show.
Laozi – The leader of the “Ancestors” – Represents “Honor”
Lin – An “Ancestor” who is hard on Mulan – Represents “Loyalty”
Zhang – The strong and silent “Ancestor” – Represents “Strength”
Hong – An “Ancestor” who acts as Laozi’s assistant – Represents “Destiny”
Yun – Mulan's greatest advocate; mother figure type – Represents “Love”
PRINCIPLES:
Mulan – The young heroine of the story – Requires a strong, belt singing voice
Shang – A captain in the Chinese army and Mulan’s love interest
Mushu – A mischievous talking dragon – Can be played by either a girl or boy
Chi Fu – A comical, “bad guy” and Shang’s advisor
Shan Yu – The commanding leader of the Hun army - A non-singing role
Matchmaker – A funny “matchmaker” who tests Mulan
Emperor – The Emperor of China – A wise, steady leader
Yao – A “tough guy” who is enlisted in the Chinese army
Ling – A scam artist and weakling in the Chinese army
Qian Po – A sweetheart in the Chinese army who would rather eat than fight
MULAN’S FAMILY:
Fa Li – Mulan’s loving and caring mother
Grandma Fa – Mulan’s grandmother – strong comedic timing
Fa Zhou – Mulan’s overprotective, yet caring father
ENSEMBLE:
Chinese Army – Xiao, Older Yi, Younger Yi, Chen, Liu, and additional Soldiers
Hun Army – Magyar, Subar Tu, and additional Soldiers
Cheongsam Salesperson – Sells “dresses”
Villagers – Fathers, Mothers, Daughters, and Sons
Featured Dancers – Dancers features in various dances, including “Keep Em’ Guessing”
For more information, or to download an "Audition Packet" visit Shiningsproductions.com
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