Saltwater Song
Read Play Love's 2022 Spring Musical
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At Read Play Love, we provide a nurturing, compassionate atmosphere that focuses on the creative expression of each individual child. Here's what's coming up next:
The unique thing about Read Play Love is...the love! We create a role for every child participating, and from an empowering audition to a triumphant closing night, our primary goal is simple: to build confidence and nurture creative expression of each child. RPL is the ideal place for kids to try theatre for the first time, as well as more experienced performers to stretch their wings & grow! Saltwater Song is an inspiring twist to the fairy tale of the Little Mermaid! Part of Read Play Love's series of new musicals for a new generation, Saltwater Song originally premiered in 2015, and now it's back for 2022!
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As always, we write our musicals specifically for the kids in the show- so we'll be updating the show for the new 2022 cast. At RPL, not only does every child get a part, but they get a role actually written especially for them!
Kids age 4-16 are invited to join our world of mermaid sisters, fantastical sea creatures, mischievous mermen, goofy sharks, helpful pirates, and humans who dare to dream in spite of all obstacles.
Kids age 4-16 are invited to join our world of mermaid sisters, fantastical sea creatures, mischievous mermen, goofy sharks, helpful pirates, and humans who dare to dream in spite of all obstacles.
Relevant Dates
- Auditions Jan 12-15, 2022
- Rehearsals start Jan 20, 2022.
- Rehearsals will be Thursdays & Fridays, 3:00-5:30, at Read Play Love in Lowry Crossing. Most roles will rehearse one day a week until late March.
- Production week: April 4-7 (rehearsals 3:00-6:30 Monday-Thursday during production week)
- Performances: April 8-10, 2022. Performance location TBA.
- Click here to be notified when auditions are posted!
Auditions
Auditions:
We create a role for every child who auditions. Auditions can take place in person or by video. We invite children to sing a song of their choosing, and to relax and have fun. At Read Play Love, even our auditions are designed to be positive, empowering experiences for kids!
4. Audition Details
RPL auditions are designed to be fun and empowering experiences for kids of all ages. We see auditions as an opportunity to get to know each child, and connect with them 1:1 to celebrate their individual personality. We love seeing returning RPL performers come back with expanded confidence with each audition! We also love welcoming new kids and getting to know them in a safe and encouraging environment. When it's a child's first audition experience, we go out of our way to make it an ultra-positive one!
* For Adventures in Green Gables, we will hold auditions on Zoom with 20-minute timeslots.
* Reservations are taken on a first-come, first-served basis via this online reservation form.
* Siblings can share a timeslot, but keep in mind that the 20-minute limit per slot is firm.
* Parents can be in the room while children audition or not - it's up to the child's preference.
* Parents will be sent online paperwork to review prior to auditions, to be submitted at the time of audition. Parents are welcome to ask questions during the 20 minute slot, or can email Marney at any time.
* To prepare, we simply ask each child to sing. It can be absolutely any song! We have compiled some of the songs in a collection of Adventures in Green Gables Audition Songs for kids who would like to sing a song from the show. There are several options, including a 3-line excerpt that is perfect for beginning. Singing a song from the show, however, is by no means required, and kids are welcome to sing absolutely any song they like.
* Kids can sing with a backtrack, or sing a cappella (without accompaniment.) If you plan to use a backtrack, please have it ready to play on a device that is separate from the device you're using for Zoom. For example - if you are using a computer for Zoom, you will need to use a phone for the backtrack. It is important to have this et up and ready to go prior to your audition timeslot, so we can make the most of your child's time.
* If your child is singing one of the songs from the show, backtracks can be accessed in the collection of Adventures in Green Gables Audition Songs.
* Each child will be asked to read a short piece from the script (non-readers can "echo back" lines), but this is not necessary to prepare ahead of time. We do have quite a few non-singing roles, so kids who are more interested in acting than singing are very welcome!
* If needed, callbacks will be held January 20-21. Callbacks might be used if we would like additional time with children under consideration for some roles.
* A word to "RPL veterans": We encourage you to use this opportunity to show us something new...perhaps a side of your singing voice that we haven't heard on our stage, or a type of character that is new for you. You already know that our auditions are fun and easy, so take this chance to stretch yourself outside your comfort zone. You might stretch yourself to learn one of the songs from Green Gables and experiment with developing a character. A well-prepared song in auditions that demonstrates your effort definitely makes a difference....for us, and for you!
Rehearsals
* Live auditions on Zoom: Jan 13-17. Click here to reserve your spot.
* Callbacks, if needed, will be held on Zoom on January 20-21. You will be notified by January 18 if you are requested for a callback.
* Rehearsals will be held on Wednesdays and Fridays 3:00-5:00, beginning January 27.
* Rehearsals will take place on Zoom, January 27-March 17.
* In-person rehearsals will begin March 17, and will follow careful safety precautions.
* Note that most roles will rehearse once a week until April.
* Tech Week: April 19, with rehearsals Mon-Thursday, 4:00-8:00.
* Performances April 23-25. Location TBA. We have several options we are pursuing and we will update as soon as possible.
* Callbacks, if needed, will be held on Zoom on January 20-21. You will be notified by January 18 if you are requested for a callback.
* Rehearsals will be held on Wednesdays and Fridays 3:00-5:00, beginning January 27.
* Rehearsals will take place on Zoom, January 27-March 17.
* In-person rehearsals will begin March 17, and will follow careful safety precautions.
* Note that most roles will rehearse once a week until April.
* Tech Week: April 19, with rehearsals Mon-Thursday, 4:00-8:00.
* Performances April 23-25. Location TBA. We have several options we are pursuing and we will update as soon as possible.
Rehearsals:
Rehearsals will take place at our new summer location:
Living Ethics School, 340 Country Club Rd
Fairview, TX 75069
At Read Play Love’s new summer location, every visit is an adventure! 6+ acres of trails, gardens, trees to climb, forts to build, MAGIC to experience.
Sign up for audition timeslot here:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0a44a9ad23a7f58-auditions6
Rehearsals will take place at our new summer location:
Living Ethics School, 340 Country Club Rd
Fairview, TX 75069
At Read Play Love’s new summer location, every visit is an adventure! 6+ acres of trails, gardens, trees to climb, forts to build, MAGIC to experience.
Sign up for audition timeslot here:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0a44a9ad23a7f58-auditions6
Performances
Auditions:
June 27, 29 and July 2 -- sign up at: www.SignUpGenius.com/go/20F0A44A9AD23A7F58-auditions6
Rehearsal Times: (note that rehearsals times have been adjusted to minimize rush hour traffic for participants)
Mondays & Wednesdays, starting July 9
2:00-4:00 - Full Cast (most actors will be called both days; we can work around minor conflicts)
Principles/special groups may also be called during these times:
12:00-2:00 -- Wednesdays and Fridays
Production week (August 6 & 8) will also have evening rehearsals for full cast at DCT, 5:00-8:00.
We do our very best to accommodate busy summer schedules! Each family submits a list of schedule conflicts, which plays a role in casting into different groups. Full schedule will be available on the first rehearsal so you can plan ahead.
Performances:
Thursday August 9 & Fri August 10 @ 7:00pm
Performance Location: Dallas Children's Theater (the Studio Theater)
Tentative Encore Matinee on Wed August 15 @ 2pm, location TBA.
(a conflict with this performance does not exclude you from participating)
Additional performances may be scheduled in other locations, determined by the availability of the cast.
WHIRLD! Production Fees:
Production Fee is $199/child
*Family Friendly Pricing for more than one child in show:
25% off both when 2 = $ 298 total for 2 children
35% off all when 3 = $ 390 total for 3 children
50% off all when 4+ = $398 total for 4 children
RPL Members: For current RPL Members in a membership commitment to the RPL Community, there is a one-time production fee of $60 for 1 child, $90 for two children, with a family-friendly cap of $120 for 3 or more children.
Click here for info about Membership.
* Costume costs are the responsibility of parents, but parents work together to decide and make everything as easy and most importantly, cost-effective as possible, often using shared, donated, or secondhand materials to keep costs minimum and much less expensive than other theatre production opportunities.
* A Concessions Donation of $10 is requested of all families.
June 27, 29 and July 2 -- sign up at: www.SignUpGenius.com/go/20F0A44A9AD23A7F58-auditions6
Rehearsal Times: (note that rehearsals times have been adjusted to minimize rush hour traffic for participants)
Mondays & Wednesdays, starting July 9
2:00-4:00 - Full Cast (most actors will be called both days; we can work around minor conflicts)
Principles/special groups may also be called during these times:
12:00-2:00 -- Wednesdays and Fridays
Production week (August 6 & 8) will also have evening rehearsals for full cast at DCT, 5:00-8:00.
We do our very best to accommodate busy summer schedules! Each family submits a list of schedule conflicts, which plays a role in casting into different groups. Full schedule will be available on the first rehearsal so you can plan ahead.
Performances:
Thursday August 9 & Fri August 10 @ 7:00pm
Performance Location: Dallas Children's Theater (the Studio Theater)
Tentative Encore Matinee on Wed August 15 @ 2pm, location TBA.
(a conflict with this performance does not exclude you from participating)
Additional performances may be scheduled in other locations, determined by the availability of the cast.
WHIRLD! Production Fees:
Production Fee is $199/child
*Family Friendly Pricing for more than one child in show:
25% off both when 2 = $ 298 total for 2 children
35% off all when 3 = $ 390 total for 3 children
50% off all when 4+ = $398 total for 4 children
RPL Members: For current RPL Members in a membership commitment to the RPL Community, there is a one-time production fee of $60 for 1 child, $90 for two children, with a family-friendly cap of $120 for 3 or more children.
Click here for info about Membership.
* Costume costs are the responsibility of parents, but parents work together to decide and make everything as easy and most importantly, cost-effective as possible, often using shared, donated, or secondhand materials to keep costs minimum and much less expensive than other theatre production opportunities.
* A Concessions Donation of $10 is requested of all families.
Production Fees
3. What Does it Cost?
* Production Fee is $199/child
Family Friendly Pricing for more than one child in show:
25% off both when 2 = $ 298 total for 2 children
35% off all when 3 = $ 390 total for 3 children
50% off all when 4+ = $ 398 total for 4 children
* Read Play Love Members: For current RPL Members in a six-month membership commitment to the RPL Community, there is a one-time production fee of $60 for 1 child, $90 for two children, with a family-friendly cap of $120 for 3 or more children. Click here for info about RPL Membership.
* Costume costs are the responsibility of parents, but parents work together to decide and make everything as easy and most importantly, cost-effective as possible, often using shared, donated, or secondhand materials to keep costs minimum and much less expensive than other theatre production opportunies.
* Printed Script: Each actor is responsibile for the printing and binding of their script at their own cost. For music, we will send you a ZIP file of all songs as individual MP3 tracks, which you can download to a playlist or burn to your own CD.
* A Concessions Donation of $10 per production is requested of all families. (Note: Due to covid restructions, we will likely replace concessions with another fundraiser, such as souvenirs or raffles, and forward the $10 family donation accordingly. This will be determined closer to production time.)
* A one-time annual registration fee of $25 includes background checks, which we require for families participating in productions, accordingly to best practices for safety of the kids involved.
* Fundraisers, such as t-shirts, photobooks, and production DVDs, are optional and up to the discretion of each family.
* Parents are expected to work on one of the parent crews (props, costumes, set, production, or management) based on their interests, skills and time available. This investment of time is crucial for an all-volunteer production, but we work with each family to find the best fit that works with your schedule.
* Production Fee is $199/child
Family Friendly Pricing for more than one child in show:
25% off both when 2 = $ 298 total for 2 children
35% off all when 3 = $ 390 total for 3 children
50% off all when 4+ = $ 398 total for 4 children
* Read Play Love Members: For current RPL Members in a six-month membership commitment to the RPL Community, there is a one-time production fee of $60 for 1 child, $90 for two children, with a family-friendly cap of $120 for 3 or more children. Click here for info about RPL Membership.
* Costume costs are the responsibility of parents, but parents work together to decide and make everything as easy and most importantly, cost-effective as possible, often using shared, donated, or secondhand materials to keep costs minimum and much less expensive than other theatre production opportunies.
* Printed Script: Each actor is responsibile for the printing and binding of their script at their own cost. For music, we will send you a ZIP file of all songs as individual MP3 tracks, which you can download to a playlist or burn to your own CD.
* A Concessions Donation of $10 per production is requested of all families. (Note: Due to covid restructions, we will likely replace concessions with another fundraiser, such as souvenirs or raffles, and forward the $10 family donation accordingly. This will be determined closer to production time.)
* A one-time annual registration fee of $25 includes background checks, which we require for families participating in productions, accordingly to best practices for safety of the kids involved.
* Fundraisers, such as t-shirts, photobooks, and production DVDs, are optional and up to the discretion of each family.
* Parents are expected to work on one of the parent crews (props, costumes, set, production, or management) based on their interests, skills and time available. This investment of time is crucial for an all-volunteer production, but we work with each family to find the best fit that works with your schedule.
What's Different about Read Play Love Musicals?
* Unlike many traditional theatre programs, our primary focus is simple: building confidence & nurturing the creative self-discovery of each one of our kids!
* Even our auditions are designed to be 100% empowering, inspiring experiences where the kids feel GREAT! Plus...we create a role for every single child participating!
* Busy schedule? No problem! We always do our best to work around the schedules of busy families.
* Our passion is developing and sharing original new musicals with powerful stories and meaningful messages, as part of our series of "New Musicals for a New Generation!"
* Our casts are inclusive and diverse. RPL is the ideal place for kids to try theatre for the first time, as well as more experienced performers to stretch their wings & grow!
* Unlike many traditional theatre programs, our primary focus is simple: building confidence & nurturing the creative self-discovery of each one of our kids!
* Even our auditions are designed to be 100% empowering, inspiring experiences where the kids feel GREAT! Plus...we create a role for every single child participating!
* Busy schedule? No problem! We always do our best to work around the schedules of busy families.
* Our passion is developing and sharing original new musicals with powerful stories and meaningful messages, as part of our series of "New Musicals for a New Generation!"
* Our casts are inclusive and diverse. RPL is the ideal place for kids to try theatre for the first time, as well as more experienced performers to stretch their wings & grow!
Roles to Be Cast
5. Roles to Be Cast
Every child participating is given a role. As this is an original musical, some characters in the following list may change based on casting and choices necessary for the show’s development. All roles are inspired by characters in the book, but have been developed with additional details to contribute to the story in our adaptation.
Every child participating is given a role. As this is an original musical, some characters in the following list may change based on casting and choices necessary for the show’s development. All roles are inspired by characters in the book, but have been developed with additional details to contribute to the story in our adaptation.