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Rockin’ Robin Hood Cast

Here ye! Here ye! News has arrived from the BYTC directors of a cast list for our musical! More detailed messages will follow via e-mail (Royal scrolls are so last century). Without further ado, here is the cast of Rockin’ Robin Hood:

Robin Hood: Karson Howard
Hazel: Azyra Montague
Avalee: Payton Sullivan
Violet: Jessie Bronson
Rosemary: Ari Hoffman
Linnean: Monroe Runcie
Little John: Sam Hoops
Sayra: Mandolin Koehler
Friar Tuck: Matthew Lauder
Beggar Woman: Stella Stoner
Mother Mary: Anna-Hope Berns
Sister Patience: Mary Howie
Sister Forthright: Izzy Uecker
Ginny: Eve Hoops
Sam: Jaxon Obermiller
Ruth: Nataleeah Dobbs
Pete: Silas Haynes
Maybe: Stella Thomsen
Sheriff: Willson Huyser
Marian: Claire Davis
Regan: Gianna Rosno
Sir Guy of Gisbornne: Matthew Mousel
Sir Divvy: Aidan Leonard
Guard: Eric Martinez
Ellen-A-Dale: Hadyn Lisius
Lady Blackwood: Isabella Kvols
Scarlet Will: Katy Rouse
Tax Collectors: Nathan Kolbet and Violet Nunnenkamp
Prisoners: Charlie Vertin, Koda Kaiser
King Richard: Tobias Jensby
Kings Guards: Maddox Warburton and Mady Karr
Sir Brahme: Max Vertin
Villagers: Katherine Lauder, Lyssa Hoffman and Sarah Lauder
Nuns: Emma Leonard, Gracelyn Glaser, Gianna Rodriguez
Orphans: Brady Smith, Aria Jensby and Ellie Uzeta
Spies: Eli Rosno, Makynna Nisonger, Celia Mailander
Crew: Audrey Keilig, Abigail Lauder, Layla Schwartz

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Now open! Registrations for our preschool through second grade camp!

Register easily online at https://seam.ly/jtziGSHD or download the registration form below and mail with your check to 1608 Crestmoor Drive, Hastings, NE 68901. The $35 camp fee is due at registration to reserve your spot!

A small number of scholarships are available. Contact us at boxcaryouththeatre@gmail.com right away if you are interested in applying for a scholarship. We must have your information no later than May 13 to be considered for a scholarship!

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Audition tips – what you need

If you are planning to audition for either of our shows this summer, the following are things you will need to bring and tips for a successful audition.

• Please bring a photo of yourself (It can be a copy and wallet size or a snap shot. This is just for the director’s reference.

• Please be ready to read some lines and sing a short selection. You do not need to prepare anything in advance. You may also possibly be asked to read with different groups of people.

• Parents are welcome to come and help fill out paperwork — we need to know your summer schedule so please bring that if possible. Parents won’t be allowed in the audition space unless under special circumstances.

• We will be taking basic measurements for costuming purposes. Please make sure you or your parents know your shirt, shoe, pants and dress sizes.

• Parents, please be patient. Depending on the numbers of students who audition, the audition process can take a little time. We will work to be respectful of your family’s time as much as we can.

• Please remember that receiving a callback does not necessarily mean you are or are not getting a part. It simply means that the director would like to hear you again.

• All of our participants are important no matter what part they are assigned! There are many different roles to fill. Casting is based on director preference, and includes thought about whether the student fits the role, previous experience, student behavior and how much time he or she has to commit to the project. Having a big role in one production does not necessarily guarantee you will always have a big role. It just means you fit a certain role better than others.

• Plan to have fun but be on your best behavior. Please be respectful of other actors and be quiet while they are auditioning.

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AUDITIONS are coming, AUDITIONS are coming!

We will have concrete information very soon on our younger kids’ show. Below is the information about our older kids’ show. Please call 402-984-4612 if you have any questions.

Parent/student participation contract

Students and parents of any workshop, camp, activity or production at Boxcar Youth Theatre Company must agree to the following terms:

— The Director and/or Instructor are the leaders in any BYTC activity. I (my child) will treat them with respect.

— I (my child) understand that the Director will make final choices pertaining to my role.

— I (my child) agree to attend all rehearsals for which I am scheduled unless excused in advance by the director.

    If I (my child) must miss a rehearsal for any reason, I (my child) will personally contact the director prior to the

    beginning of rehearsal.

— If I miss a regular rehearsal for any reason without being excused, I understand that I may lose my role.

— I (my child) am (is) aware that attendance at ALL dress rehearsals and performances is required. The   

   only excusable absences are medical reasons or family emergencies.

— I (my child) agree to meet “off book” deadlines by having my lines, songs, blocking and choreography memorized.

— I (my child) understand that I may be personally responsible for parts of my costume and my script/score.

— I (my child) understand that as part of a team effort, I must have a positive attitude even on days when I have a million   

   reasons not to be open-minded and willing to work. I (my child) agree to make rehearsals the best that they can be.

— I (my child) understand that during rehearsals I am to remain quiet (no talking) until my part begins onstage.

— I (my child) agree to leave my cell phone in my bag until the Director says it is OK to call parents.

— I (my child) agree to clean up after myself, including throwing away my trash in trash cans.

— I (my child) understand that everyone in the cast/crew/staff is important. I will treat them with respect.

— If I cause problems by disrupting the cast or the Director during rehearsal, I understand that I may lose my role in the

   show.

— I (my child) understand that he/she must listen to requests made by the Director/Music Director/Stage Manager/BYTC

   Productions Director or BYTC board members pertaining to the show.

— BYTC is committed to providing a safe environment for all participants.

    I (my child) am (is) aware that inappropriate behaviors will not be tolerated. Inappropriate behaviors include:

            — Swearing, crude language

            — Damage to any property

— Prank phone calls

— Rough play, roughhousing or goofing around during rehearsals

— Accessing restricted areas in rehearsal/performance spaces

— Alcohol, drugs, smoking

— Acknowledgement of dating relationships, including public displays of affection

            — Bullying, teasing, name-calling, racial slurs or inappropriate practical jokes

Consequences of inappropriate behavior: The Two-Strike Rule

  • First Strike – a meeting with the student, parent, Director/Instructor and Managing Director is arranged. A warning is given.
  • Second Strike – the parent is contacted and the student is asked to leave the activity/production.

— I (my child) agree(s) not to bring friends backstage during rehearsal or performances. A family member   

   or friend may be allowed at rehearsal ONLY with advance approval or at the discretion of the

   Director/Instructor.

— As a parent of a student participant, I agree to make restitution for any property damage intentionally    caused by my child if BYTC so requires.