Chorus Camp: Reminders for your base costume
Boys - colorful inexpensive bottoms (they will be cut) & a white tank.
Girls - solid colorful shirt and leggings (timeless patterns or solids are fine)
I posted some examples inexpensive joggers, don’t be afraid to get a size up in girls to get the color you want. I also posted an example of some inexpensive colorful canvas shoes if you don’t already have them. Thanks for coming out today. Your kiddos did great. They are going to be adorable!!!
*I added some Pinterest pics so you can all get an idea of where I’m going with the boys costumes.
Jitterbug Rehearsal Video
Munchkinland Sequence Video
Here is a link to the Munchkinland Sequence rehearsal video. I just kind of zoomed in on someone so you could really see the moves. Please have your munchkin practice along with the video words and moves. Thank you!
If you have not signed up for Daddy Daughter...
Alumni and Parents of Brand New Alumni:
First time alumni, if you did not go to the first meeting you and your adult representative must be present to be apart of the show this year. The brief meeting is at 1:00. Thank you and see you tomorrow.
For all returning alumni and rookies your application fee of $10.00 is due March 24. Returning alumni you do not have to stay for the meeting but please drop your application and $10.00 fee off so I can place you for Wizard of Oz.
For head shots tomorrow...
Background Check
Just a reminder that anyone who wishes to help in any capacity with kids in the musical MUST HAVE A COMPLETED BACKGROUND CHECK ON FILE PRIOR TO SHOW WEEK as well as our signed Volunteer Policy form.
If you are even thinking about volunteering please come check with me when you bring your child Saturday. I have a list of everyone who has been approved. I will have a few forms if you need to fill one out or you can print them from here. It takes the district a few days or even a couple of weeks to run the checks so now is the time to turn them in! If you have done one for any school function in the district it will count.
Click this post title for the forms.
ATTN to all those who volunteered for hair and makeup this year
I would like to have a meeting on April 14, which is our second parent work day, to discuss all the particulars of what we will be doing for the show and sign up for who will be doing what. To be backstage you will need to have your background check form turned in and be on my volunteer list so make sure you can make the meeting. If you are going to be at the school this Saturday for our first work day and have any questions don’t hesitate to find me and have a chat! Time is to be decided soon! Stay tuned!
TICKET INFO
Parents, this year we will be using an online company for purchasing tickets to the show. All seats will be reserved so no need to rush to find a great seat! We are working out all the details with the company so tickets will go on sale around the second week of April. YOU WILL BE THE FIRST TO KNOW WHEN TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE! We will give you as cast parents time to purchase tickets before they go on sale to the general public.
If you are part of our Director's Circle, Ruby Reserved or Emerald Reserved levels, you will still pay me directly and I will get your tickets to you.
CHORUS CAMP UPDATE
CHORUS CAMP DAY IS THIS SATURDAY THE 24TH!
Here's what you need to know:
- Chorus Camp is from 10:00-noon.
- Parents don't forget your meeting at 10:00. At least one parent of each Chorus Camper needs to attend. The meeting shouldn't last more than 30 minutes. You can then leave and come back at noon to get your kid(s).
- I will feed the kids a snack while they are here.
- They will receive their musical shirt Saturday and will have headshots taken while they are here.
See you Saturday!
Rehearsal Reminder!
Itinerary for Saturday, March 24th
Click here to see an outline of events and information for this Saturday, March 24th. Includes chorus camp, headshots, rehearsals, parent work day, general info.
Saturday, April 21 REQUIRED Rehearsal
We are so excited to have this rehearsal time in the Durant!! This will be our tech day to work, get mics passed out, get sound eq, lighting, set moving, flying company, etc. VERY IMPORTANT!!!
* First run through 9:00-12:00
*Second run through (with flying company)1:00-5:00
This is our first full run through in the Durant - so exciting and so important!!! I know everyone is busy and we all have this and that going on - please set aside this time to be at the Durant so we can respect each other’s time. We have countless volunteers who are committing their time to helping your kids have the best experience possible as well as money invested in tech help, so it is very important to be present for this Saturday rehearsal.
Rehearsal Schedule for Saturday, March 24th
Schedule
10:00 - 12:00 - Chorus camp
11:00 - 12:00 - Munchkinland sequence 1&2 (everyone in this scene), Yellow Brick Road
BREAK
1:00 - 2:00 - Emerald City Chorus/Ozians (this includes leads in this scene)
2:00 - 3:00 - Winkies (and leads)
4:00 - 5:00 - Jitterbug scene (everyone in this scene)
5:00 - 6:00 - Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Man, Lion, Yellow Brick Road, Apple Trees, Crows
Headshots
Our photographer, Adeana, will be at the school on Saturday from 10:00-12:00 taking headshots. You MUST have your child at the school during this time to have their headshot displayed at the performances. Our photographer essentially works pro bono and has that time to give us. Many of you will have to bring your child to the school twice. Thank you in advance for your patience and understanding.
Notes for Saturday
I know children are playing sports, dance, piano, etc...
PLEASE MAKE EVERY EFFORT TO HAVE YOUR CHILD TO THE SCHOOL AT THEIR DESIGNATED TIME/SCENE. Obviously, if your child cannot make their time, I will have to reblock them.
This is a parent work day as well. There are a million things that need to be painted, assembled and constructed. If you can help, we can use you! Please, no small children. We cannot have any children running around the school unsupervised at all.
There will be no food at the school either. Please make sure your child has eaten. Water bottles are welcomed.
Thank you all for your help and participation. It is going to be a wonderful show! #followtheyellowbrickroad
SAVE THE DATE!
Important Dates!
We have some upcoming SATURDAY rehearsals...
March 24 - will be our chorus camp, afternoon choreography rehearsals, headshots and first Parent work day. This is a HUGE day for Martin Musicals. ALL HANDS ON DECK!
April 14 - second Parent work day and choreography rehearsals as needed!
April 21 - all day tech run through at Durant! We are so excited to have this opportunity to get our mics up and running before the first evening rehearsal at the Durant!
Specifics and times will be coming soon, but I wanted to make sure you had those dates on your calendars!
Alumni & Parents of Alumni
For all returning alumni and rookies your application fee of $10 is due March 24.
Returning Alumni - You do not have to stay for the meeting but please drop your application and $10 fee off so I can place you for Wizard of Oz.
First Time Alumni - If you did not go to the first meeting you and your adult representative must be present to be a part of the show this year. The brief meeting is at 1:00 pm.
It's Playbill time!
If you are interested in having an ad in our playbill, here is the form. Please note - If you are interested in a Director's Circle package please email me ASAP. Space is limited. If you are interested in a Business ad or Congratulatory Ad you can turn in those forms with payment to the musicals mailbox. ALL ADS ARE DUE BY APRIL 6
Costume Update....
Check out these deals on our Costumes page if you haven't gotten your shoes yet!