PT Central: Nov. 5
This Week: Clue Opens, Newsies Auditions, ITS Inductions & More
Coming Next Week: Newsies Workshop & Parent Meeting
CLUE RESOURCE: HAIR & MAKE UP GUIDE
WE NEED YOUR HELP! SIGN UP FOR CLUE CONCESSIONS DONATIONS
The Theatre Concession Stand is fully stocked by donations made from parents and is a major fundraiser for the Palmyra Theatre. Please help if you can.
If sending in money, please do as soon as possible to give us time to purchase items, ATTN: SUSAN OR MAC KISHEL. You Can also venmo to suz912@outlook.com @susan-kishel
Candy bars & candy should be full sized products. Quantities below can be found at Costco & Sam's or Amazon.
We are also doing raffle baskets, one for each color Character. Raffle basket items should be sent in as soon as possible.
Concession items can be sent in any time during tech week 11/6/23 - 11/12/23.
2023 ITS INDUCTION & RANK ADVANCEMENT CEREMONY
The ITS Induction and Rank Advancement Ceremony will be held on Tues., Nov. 14 at 6 p.m. in the auditiorium. All parents and students are invited to this formal recognition of Excellence in High School Theatre. Our speaker will be Jonathan Walker-VanKuren, musical theatre professor at Lebanon Valley College. Inductees have accumulated at least 100 hours of service to Palmyra Theatre and participate in service and community activities throughout the year.
Students should report at 5 p.m. and wear professional clothing.
*Inductions will be followed by the 7 p.m. Newsies parent meeting and student workshop! All are encouraged to attend.
NEWSIES CAST, CREW, & PIT INFORMATION HAS BEEN POSTED
CAST AUDITIONS
Cast members should attend the Tues., Nov. 14 DISNEY’S NEWSIES Workshop, 7-9 p.m. (following ITS Inductions) where we will review the audition pieces and review “Carrying the Banner (Tag).” Cast members must also complete the audition registration form prior to midnight on Sunday, Nov. 12. All cast members will be expected to learn “Carrying the Banner (Tag)” for auditions and attend the Sat, Nov. 18 Dance Call.
Cast members wishing to audition for a featured role must prepare an approximately 30 sec–1 minute monologue and one of the four DISNEY’S NEWSIES vocal options. Male Indentifying: The Bottom Line (mes. 37-70) OR Seize the Day (mes. 29-52). Female Identifying: Watch What Happens (mes. 116-153) OR That’s Rich (mes. 45-73). Sign Up Times will be posted soon. Please contact Ms. Bucher (jasmine_bucher@pasd.us) with any questions or for preparation guidance.
NEWSIES PIT, SUBMISSIONS DUE NOV. 16
Unlike many high schools that use all professional musicians, the pit for our shows is mainly student-led. While a few professionals will be brought in to fill in the gaps and share their educational knowledge, all instrument positions will be offered to any student who wants to take part in this unique experience.
CREW INTEREST
DISNEY’S NEWSIES is a fun and exciting show and has lots of opportunity for creativity and involvement. We’ll meet Thurs., Jan. 11 to discuss the tech and production needs for a show that’s unlike any other PHS has seen before.
CLUE TICKETS NOW ON SALE
Tickets for Clue: High School Edition are now on sale. All seating is general and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Doors will open approximately 30 minutes prior to the performance time.
Join us for a snowtastic time at the Palmyra Theatre Gold Star Holiday MiniCamp! Get ready for a fun in-person event at Palmyra Area High School. This is your chance to showcase your acting skills and unleash your inner holiday spirit. With creative activities, talented instructors, and a chance to meet the cast of Newsies, this MiniCamp is a must-attend for all theatre enthusiasts. Don't miss out on this opportunity to shine on stage!
Refund Policy: No refunds will be processed after 12/1 due to event product purchasing.
Have you attended a recent area production?
Students who attend shows and complete the Performance Review Form will receive 1 Thespian Point.