South Arkansas Arts Center will bring to the stage this summer the musical production of the Hollywood classic “Singin’ in the Rain.”
The SAAC’s Theatre Committee will host a “Singin’ In The Rain” Meet and Greet with the production staff at 6 p.m. Saturday on stage in the Callaway Theater.
Attendees will be able to meet the three dynamic women who will lead the production staff for this summer’s upcoming musical. Director Lisa Newton, a new presence on the SAAC stage from Texarkana, local choreographer Hannah Marsh and music director Charlsie Falcon, most recently seen on the SAAC stage playing Norma Desmond, will be on hand to talk with anyone interested in auditioning.
The production team will help with any audition questions, music choices and even a quick tap dancing lesson. The songs are iconic classics from the golden age of Hollywood musicals that are fun and easy to sing along. Auditioners should expect a tap-style show with pops of musical theatre jazz dancing.
Marsh, owner and director of Lucy’s Ladies Dance Studio in El Dorado, will lead a “Tap Tune-up” in the ballet studio at 7 p.m. where people can learn the basic tap techniques that can turn any dancer into a tap dancer in no time. About the dance, Marsh said, “Don’t be scared to audition, because everyone brings something special.”
Refreshments will be provided as SAAC launches a new summer musical season. About the production, Newton said, “I am really loving prepping for this musical because there is something for everyone. The cameo and supporting roles are really good. There is everything from some great acting parts to starring roles for singers and dancers.”
Audition packets will be available, and show staff will answer any questions about the audition process and opportunities backstage and beyond. Audition call will be May 18-19, with the production of “Singin’ in the Rain,” sponsored by Murphy USA, on July 12-22.
For more information, call the SAAC office at 870-862-5474 or visit saac-arts.org. SAAC is located at 110 E. Fifth St., El Dorado.