Summer Musical 2023 - Wizard of Songz
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Our goal is to provide a nurturing, compassionate atmosphere that focuses on the creative expression of each individual child. Our upcoming Summer Musical is an RPL favorite: Wizard of Songz! Children age 4-18 are welcome to audition. Keep reading for details!
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Helpful Links for Summer '23
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A Quick Look at the Dates for Wizard of Songz
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About the Show
WIZARD OF SONGZ is an RPL favorite, now to be updated for the new 2023 cast! A spin on the classic book, the show presents a futuristic world where music ceases to exist, and Dorothy and her friends are on a quest to find it again!
In a whimsical futuristic setting, characters include:
As always, we write our musicals specifically for the kids in the show- so we'll be updating the show for the new 2023 cast. At RPL, not only does every child get a part, but they get a role actually written especially for them!
In a whimsical futuristic setting, characters include:
- The students of Quantum State University (Dorothy, Tim Mann, Howard Lee Lyons, and Claire Crow - each with personalities inspired by the classic characters)
- The number-crunching Crunchkins
- The busybody Green Girls
- The estranged sisters, Benevolent Glinda and Secretive Wanda
- The goofy Emperors of Time
- TOTO (Totally Omniscient Technological Omnipedia) the Android
- Mr. Whizzer, the media mogul of Ahhs Enterprises
- Plus...fantasy sequences with the traditional storybook characters
As always, we write our musicals specifically for the kids in the show- so we'll be updating the show for the new 2023 cast. At RPL, not only does every child get a part, but they get a role actually written especially for them!
Production Details
Auditions
*Children age 4-18 are welcome to audition. Our goal is to make auditions a fun, empowering experience where the kids feel great!
*We create a role for every single child participating! As we produce our own original musicals, we can freely adjust script and songs to give every child a chance to shine.
*In-person auditions are preferred, but we also will accept video auditions if none of the in-person times work. If you plan to submit a video, please sign up on the audition form.
Audition Links:
Go here for suggestions for preparing for "Wizard of Songz" auditions, including songs from the show
Go here go sign up for an audition timeslot
Go here to RSVP for a free Musical Theatre workshop
Rehearsals
* Our rehearsal times are Thursdays & Fridays at 3:00-5:30, starting June 8.
* Most roles will rehearse 1 day a week for 90 minutes on a regular day (either Thursday or Friday) until the final rehearsals. Some roles may need to rehearse 2 days a week, but perhaps not every week.
* We try to accommodate conflicts whenever possible, especially during the summer months. We ask that families indicate conflicts with audition paperwork, so we can create the rehearsal schedule around these needs. When auditioning, families select their preference/availability and the show will be cast accordingly. The more flexible your schedule, the more casting options there are.
* While we are largely a homeschool organization, we welcome any family who is able to make rehearsal times work, and we will work with your schedule as best as we can. For kids who are in school, we can accommodate late arrivals once school begins.
* At-home practice is required, and we need each family to commit to rehearsing at home. We will give you tools to help kids with repetition and memorization in between group rehearsals.
* Parents are expected to volunteer in a capacity, based on their interests, skills and time available. A form for indicating preferences is given at the time of auditions.
* Our rehearsals are held at Read Play Love, a combination of both indoors and outdoors.
Production
* Production week is August 29, 30 and 31, and you can expect to rehearse 3:00-7:00 at the Cox Playhouse in Plano, 3:00-7:00pm. (Some roles may be called on Monday Aug 28)
* Performances are September 1-3, 2023, at 6pm, held at the Cox Playhouse.
*Children age 4-18 are welcome to audition. Our goal is to make auditions a fun, empowering experience where the kids feel great!
*We create a role for every single child participating! As we produce our own original musicals, we can freely adjust script and songs to give every child a chance to shine.
*In-person auditions are preferred, but we also will accept video auditions if none of the in-person times work. If you plan to submit a video, please sign up on the audition form.
Audition Links:
Go here for suggestions for preparing for "Wizard of Songz" auditions, including songs from the show
Go here go sign up for an audition timeslot
Go here to RSVP for a free Musical Theatre workshop
Rehearsals
* Our rehearsal times are Thursdays & Fridays at 3:00-5:30, starting June 8.
* Most roles will rehearse 1 day a week for 90 minutes on a regular day (either Thursday or Friday) until the final rehearsals. Some roles may need to rehearse 2 days a week, but perhaps not every week.
* We try to accommodate conflicts whenever possible, especially during the summer months. We ask that families indicate conflicts with audition paperwork, so we can create the rehearsal schedule around these needs. When auditioning, families select their preference/availability and the show will be cast accordingly. The more flexible your schedule, the more casting options there are.
* While we are largely a homeschool organization, we welcome any family who is able to make rehearsal times work, and we will work with your schedule as best as we can. For kids who are in school, we can accommodate late arrivals once school begins.
* At-home practice is required, and we need each family to commit to rehearsing at home. We will give you tools to help kids with repetition and memorization in between group rehearsals.
* Parents are expected to volunteer in a capacity, based on their interests, skills and time available. A form for indicating preferences is given at the time of auditions.
* Our rehearsals are held at Read Play Love, a combination of both indoors and outdoors.
Production
* Production week is August 29, 30 and 31, and you can expect to rehearse 3:00-7:00 at the Cox Playhouse in Plano, 3:00-7:00pm. (Some roles may be called on Monday Aug 28)
* Performances are September 1-3, 2023, at 6pm, held at the Cox Playhouse.
What Makes Read Play Love Different?
* 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!
* We create a role for every single child participating! Our tradition of producing original musicals allows us complete flexibility to adjust our scripts & songs in order to give every single child a chance to shine!
* We mentor kids where they are and help them feel great, stretching them a bit further than they expect...all while being part of a high quality production!
* Busy schedule? We always do our best to work around the schedules of busy families.
* We are known for developing new musicals as part of our series of "New Musicals for a New Generation!" Our musicals feature rich storytelling with affirming, positive messages for our kids.
* 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!
* Even our auditions are designed to be 100% empowering, inspiring experiences where the kids feel GREAT!
* We create a role for every single child participating! Our tradition of producing original musicals allows us complete flexibility to adjust our scripts & songs in order to give every single child a chance to shine!
* We mentor kids where they are and help them feel great, stretching them a bit further than they expect...all while being part of a high quality production!
* Busy schedule? We always do our best to work around the schedules of busy families.
* We are known for developing new musicals as part of our series of "New Musicals for a New Generation!" Our musicals feature rich storytelling with affirming, positive messages for our kids.
* 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!
What Does It Cost?
* Non-Member Production Fees: $250/1 child
Family Friendly Pricing: $100 per additional child
* 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 $90 for 1 child, $130 for two children, with a family-friendly cap of $170 for 3 or more children. Membership is $30/month for 1 child and $60/month for 2+ 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 opportunites.
* Printed Script: Each actor who reads is responsible for the printing and binding of their script at their own cost. For music, we will send song links of MP3 tracks, which you can download to a playlist or burn to your own CD.
* A Concessions/Supplies Donation of $10 per production is requested of all families to help with paper/cleaning products and concessions needs.
* Fundraisers, such as t-shirts, photobooks, and production videos, are optional and up to the discretion of each family.
* Parent Crew - Parents are expected to volunteer in a capacity, based on their interests, skills and time available. A form for indicating preferences is given at the time of auditions. This investment of time is crucial for an all-volunteer production, and we work with each family to find the best fit that works with your schedule.
Family Friendly Pricing: $100 per additional child
* 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 $90 for 1 child, $130 for two children, with a family-friendly cap of $170 for 3 or more children. Membership is $30/month for 1 child and $60/month for 2+ 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 opportunites.
* Printed Script: Each actor who reads is responsible for the printing and binding of their script at their own cost. For music, we will send song links of MP3 tracks, which you can download to a playlist or burn to your own CD.
* A Concessions/Supplies Donation of $10 per production is requested of all families to help with paper/cleaning products and concessions needs.
* Fundraisers, such as t-shirts, photobooks, and production videos, are optional and up to the discretion of each family.
* Parent Crew - Parents are expected to volunteer in a capacity, based on their interests, skills and time available. A form for indicating preferences is given at the time of auditions. This investment of time is crucial for an all-volunteer production, and we work with each family to find the best fit that works with your schedule.
Helpful Links for Summer '23
- Schedule for Open House (May 25, 26, 31, June 1 & 2)
- Reservation Form for Free Open House Activities
- Summer Activities Full Schedule & Registratin
- Summer Activities for Teens age 13-18
- Summer Musical Info: Wizard of Songz
- Audition Signup: Wizard of Songz
- Audition Tips: Wizard of Songz
- Teen Show: The Whimsical World of Sherlock Holmes
- Audition Signup: Whimsical World of Sherlock Holmes
- Audition Tips: Whimsical World of Sherlock Holmes