Auditions: Centennial Station Arts Center (121 South Centennial St. High Point, NC 27260) Friday, March 1 @ 7:00 pm (sign in 6:30) Saturday, March 2 @ 12:00 pm (sign in 11:30) Callbacks (by invitation) - Sunday, March 3 @ 2:00 pm Those unable to attend auditions in person may send a video audition to hpct.info@gmail.com by March 1 at 7:00pm.
Performances: May 2-5, 2019 at High Point Theatre Thursday, 5/2 @ 7:30 PM Friday, 5/3 @ 7:30 PM Saturday, 5/4 @ 7:30 PM Sunday, 5/5 @ 2:00 PM
Directed & Choreographed by Katie Jo Icenhower Music Directed by Mike Lasley
MUSIC BY Elton John LYRICS BY Tim Rice BOOK BY Linda Woolverton, Robert Falls, David Henry Hwang
Please prepare a 30-60 second, memorized musical selection in the style of the show. An accompanist will be available so please provide your own sheet music in the correct key. A CD player will be available for those using a track but it is not preferred. A capella auditions are strongly discouraged.
There will be a general dance audition so please have comfortable clothing and appropriate footwear.
Winner of four 2000 Tony Awards, Elton John and Tim Rice's Aida is an epic tale of love, loyalty and betrayal, chronicling the love triangle between Aida, a Nubian princess stolen from her country, Amneris, an Egyptian princess, and Radames, the soldier they both love.
An enslaved Nubian princess, Aida, finds her heart entangled with Radames, an Egyptian soldier who is betrothed to the Pharaoh's daughter, Amneris. As their forbidden love blossoms, Aida is forced to weigh her heart against the responsibility that she faces as the leader of her people. Aida and Radames' love for one another becomes a shining example of true devotion that ultimately transcends the vast cultural differences between their warring nations, heralding a time of unprecedented peace and prosperity.
With an unforgettable score, featuring soaring ballads and rousing choral numbers, Aida is a modern crowd-pleaser that embraces multicultural casting and exuberant dancing.
Aida A beautiful, brave Nubian Princess who is loyal to her people but is torn between her heritage and love for an Egyptian Captain. Daughter of King Amonasro. Vocal range: G3-F5
Amneris A beautiful and materialistic Egyptian Princess who is the betrothed of Captain Radames. Daughter of the Pharaoh. Vocal range: E3-E5
Radames An Egyptian Captain and the son of Zoser. A strong, handsome, adventurous soldier who falls in love with Aida. Vocal range: G3-Ab5
Zoser The manipulative and evil Chief Minister hungry for power. He attempts to poison the Pharaoh and is father to Radames. Vocal range: D4-D5
Nehebka A Nubian slave who is friendly with Aida. She creates a robe for the Nubian Princess. Vocal range: G3-E5
Mereb A young Nubian slave and servant to Radames. He is faithful to his Nubian heritage and befriends Aida upon her arrival to Egypt. Vocal range: G3-A5
Pharaoh The Leader of Egypt and father to Amneris. An older, distinguished gentleman.
Amonasro An honorable and peaceful man who is imprisoned by Egypt. The King of Nubia and father to Aida.
