*A SPECIAL NOTE FROM THE DIRECTOR ABOUT HUNCHBACK AUDITIONS
This audition was our largest turnout to date.  Because of that we were unable to cast many people including seasoned veterans and past cast members.  Half of those that auditioned had to be cut and this particular production had very specific needs such as dance skills and age range.  There were also very few roles for young people, however, the next 3 productions in our Season have many roles for young people as well as adults.  We hope those of you that we were unable to cast will audition again in the near future and we are very grateful for your efforts!

Dear “The Hunchback of Notre Dame” Auditioner:
Thank you for taking time to audition for “The Hunchback of Notre Dame.” All of us on the audition committee are grateful for the honor of your presence and the time you invested in being with us to make a memorable audition presentation.
As you know from the panels comments at the auditions, “The Hunchback of Notre Dame” has its own unique framework and particular demands.  Therefore, competition is keen --- Especially when one considers that so many of those who auditioned were extremely talented people.
We count you as among the talented!  The high caliber of audition talent present is most impressive and we consider it a privilege that you took time and made preparations to be with us and present your own best effort.
Be assured that your efforts and patience are most appreciated.  Know that your audition was carefully considered.  Due to the nature of the production and live theatre, not all that auditioned are able to be cast.    
Please know that many factors go into the final selection – and such factors have absolutely no bearing on your intrinsic worth as a person or your basic talent as a performer.  In fact, some factors that go into casting are simply beyond your (and our) control, regardless of the caliber of the audition: such factors as character types required by the script, and mundane matters such as age ranges needed, stage space, heights of certain performers, the mix of individuals needed for certain scenes, etc. 
It has been an honor to have you participate in our audition process.  We hope you will consider auditioning again in the future.  Our next audition is for “Anne of Green Gables” on February 9, 2009.
If you have been cast in the production please send an email to manestage@manestagetheatre.com to verify that you have viewed the cast list and will be attending the cast / parent orientation.   Orientation will be held on Friday,
December 12, from 6:00 – 9:30 p.m. at the Sumner Performing Arts Center.  Unless previous arrangements have been made, cast members must attend orientation and all rehearsals or their role will be re-cast.

If you are unable to be a part of “The Hunchback of Notre Dame” please contact us immediately at manestage@manestagetheatre.com or (253) 447 – 7645.  Click here for the cast list for “The Hunchback of Notre Dame” We look forward to seeing you again soon!