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DLO is Counting on You on this GivingTuesday – mailchi.mp/303c70732a03/givingtuesday-2022GivingTuesday 2022 has arrived, and DLO Musical Theatre needs YOUR help! Today, people all over the world will come together and harness the power of human connection to change our world.On this GivingTuesday, we have a bold goal to raise $2,500 in a single day. Many have donated in advance by mail. We hope you’ll join us in reaching our goal!Give back to DLO Musical Theatre on GivingTuesday 2022Give. Make a gift to DLO on November 29th online.Spread the word! Encourage friends, family, and colleagues to join you. Share on social media what our mission means to you. Use the special hashtag #give2dlo so we can harness the power of social media and connection to help share your story!Volunteer. As a 100% volunteer organization, our volunteers are the backbone of DLO. Find out how you can get involved! For over 67 years, DLO Musical Theatre has provided engaging theatrical experiences to Vermilion County. In that time, we have presented over 200 productions, including children and youth musicals. Your gift will help support our valuable programs as we look to the next 100 years of DLO. We look forward to celebrating GivingTuesday 2022 with you!Donate here:secure.givelively.org/donate/danville-light-opera-co-inc/giving-tuesday-2022 … See MoreSee Less

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AUDITIONS FOR GHOST THE MUSICAL: fb.me/e/2hGxmAyaH 💙Tuesday, November 29, 6:00-9:00pm & Thursday, December 1, 6:00-9:00pm | Callbacks (if necessary): Saturday, December 3, 2:00-5:00pmSign up here: www.signupgenius.com/go/9040545aba72fa1fb6-ghostFill out the form here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeza1Uygf3lD-rqW4l9bqoMS71fomhOaaUOCs18H1aglFNZ-g/viewformRead our audition tips here: www.dlomusicaltheatre.com/get-involved/Who: Men, women, teens (as appropriate for roles) – no experience requiredWhere: DLO’s Backstage Rehearsal Hall at 141 N. Walnut Street, DanvillePrepare: Script will be available for review at the front desk of the Danville Public Library. Choose a song (does not have to be from this show) that best demonstrates your vocal ability.What to Expect:You will sing only about 40-60 seconds of your prepared song. Mark your sheet music ahead of time so that you can show it to the accompanist quickly. We may cut you off early. If we do, we promise it’s not because we don’t like you. We’re just moving things along quickly so that we can get to everyone.You will be asked to sing scales so we can assess your range.You will read scenes from the script, either alone or with other auditionees.Depending on the role you are trying out for, you may have a dance audition (usually in groups). Make sure you bring/wear comfortable shoes for your dance audition.Attendance at rehearsals is mandatory. Rehearsals will be Sunday afternoons, and Tuesday and Thursday evenings. Come to auditions with a list of any conflicts between now and February 12, 2023. Put all this information on your audition form.Most of all, enjoy yourself and let your personality shine through. This is about fun and community!Adapted from the hit film by its Academy Award-winning screenwriter, Bruce Joel Rubin, GHOST THE MUSICAL follows Sam and Molly, a young couple whose connection takes a shocking turn after Sam’s untimely death. The bond of love transcends the boundaries of life itself to grow stronger and more fully realized. Trapped between two worlds, Sam refuses to leave Molly when he learns she is in grave danger. Desperate to communicate with her, he turns to a storefront psychic, Oda Mae Brown, who helps him protect Molly and avenge his death. GHOST THE MUSICAL is a poignant romance that builds comedy, suspense, and deeply felt emotion to an ethereal climax that you will never forget.Enjoy highlights from this engaging romance: youtu.be/59EYZOGXi8YCharactersNote: Where race and ethnicity are indicated, they should be honored. Where race or ethnicity are not indicated, that character can be of any race or ethnicity.MOLLY JENSEN (Female), mezzo sopranoSAM WHEAT (Male), tenorODA MAE BROWN (Black Female), mezzo sopranoCARL BRUNNER (Male), baritoneWILLIE LOPEZ (Latino Male), non-singingLOUISE (Black Female), mezzo sopranoCLARA (Black Female), altoASSISTANT (M/F)HOSPITAL GHOST (Male)GHOSTS IN HOSPITAL (M/F)HIGHER SPIRITS (M/F)MINISTER (M/F)SUBWAY GHOST (Male)MRS. SANTIAGO (Female)WORKMAN (Male)WALLACE (M/F)DET. BEIDERMAN (M/F)SOBBING WOMAN (Female)HENRY – A GHOST (Male)ORTISHA (Female)ORLANDO – A GHOST (Male)PARLOR GHOSTS (M/F)PATRONS (M/F)OFFICER (M/F)FURGESON (M/F)NUN 1 (Female)NUN 2 (Female)Ghost the MusicalFebruary 10 & 11, 2023 at 7:30pmFebruary 12, 2023 at 2:30pmThe Fischer TheatreDirected by Jodi Prosser-MullerMusic Directed by Tyler Thompsonwww.dlomusicaltheatre.com/ghost-the-musical/ … See MoreSee Less

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"Ghost: The Musical" Auditions This Week!www.dlomusicaltheatre.com/ghost-the-musical/ – mailchi.mp/08ab08287f37/ghost-the-musical … See MoreSee Less

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6 days ago

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at DLO Musical Theater. … See MoreSee Less

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CHRISTMAS AT GRANNY’S December 17, 1p & 6p$5 for ages 13+Masonic Temple (109 W North St)“Christmas at Granny’s” is a holiday extravaganza written, directed, designed by, and starring young performers from the Danville, Illinois area. A family of cousins show up at their Grandma’s house on Christmas Eve, only to find Granny missing. Add to that, a cousin who wants nothing more than to ruin the holiday, and you have a madcap family adventure on your hands! Featuring songs through the ages and moments from favorite Christmas movies."Directed by: Bailey Thompson and Directing TroupeChoreographed by: Kady Richey and Choreo TroupeMusic Directed by: Tyler Thompson … See MoreSee Less