INTO THE WOODS

Music and Lyrics by STEPHEN SONDHEIM

Book by JAMES LAPINE

Originally Directed on Broadway by James Lapine

Orchestrations by Jonathan Tunick

A Marquee Production
Featuring performers ages 16 through adult, and is by “AUDITION ONLY.” Not all who audition will be cast.
This show is Rated PG-13.

Performances
September 27 – October 6, 2024
EDMT Performing Arts Center, 4949 Windplay Drive, EDH

Director/
Choreographer: Debbie Wilson
Vocal Director:
Jennifer Wittmayer
Costume Designer: Karen McConnell
Producer: Chris Hobbs

SHOW OVERVIEW
James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim take everyone’s favorite storybook characters and bring them together for a timeless, yet relevant, piece… and a rare modern classic. The Tony Award-winning book and score are both enchanting and touching.

The story follows a Baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King’s Festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk. When the Baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child because of a Witch’s curse, the two set off on a journey to break the curse. Everyone’s wish is granted, but the consequences of their actions return to haunt them later with disastrous results.

One of Sondheim’s most popular works, Into the Woods is a musically sophisticated show with the opportunity to feature actors adept at dark comedy. Designers will especially enjoy highlighting the fantastical elements of this magical word.

INTO THE WOODS
Is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).
All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.
www.mtishows.com

PERFORMER’S CALENDAR – CLICK HERE

CAST OF CHARACTERS

Narrator
An intellectual and pleasant story-teller who helps to orchestrate the show and illustrate lessons to the audience.
Gender: Male
Vocal range top: E4
Vocal range bottom: G2
Cinderella
A young, earnest maiden who is constantly mistreated by her stepmother and stepsisters.
Gender: Female
Vocal range top: G5
Vocal range bottom: G3
Jack
The feckless Giant killer who is ‘almost a man.’ He is adventurous, naive, energetic, and bright-eyed.
Gender: Male
Vocal range top: G4
Vocal range bottom: B2
Jack’s Mother
Browbeating and weary, Jack’s protective mother who is independent, bold, and strong-willed.
Gender: Female
Vocal range top: Gb5
Vocal range bottom: Bb3
The Baker
A harried and insecure baker who is simple and loving, yet protective of his family. He wants his wife to be happy and is willing to do anything to ensure her happiness but refuses to let others fight his battles.
Gender: Male
Vocal range top: G4
Vocal range bottom: Ab2
The Baker’s Wife
Determined and bright woman who wishes to be a mother. She leads a simple, yet satisfying life and is very low-maintenance yet proactive in her endeavors.
Gender: Female
Vocal range top: G5
Vocal range bottom: F3
Cinderella’s Stepmother
The mean-spirited, demanding stepmother of Cinderella.
Gender: Female
Vocal range top: F#5
Vocal range bottom: A3
Florinda And Lucinda
Cinderella’s stepsisters who are black of heart. They follow in their mother’s footsteps of abusing Cinderella.
Gender: Female
Vocal range top: Ab5
Vocal range bottom: C4
Little Red Ridinghood
A spoiled young girl who is strong-willed, quick-wited, fearless, yet youthful and naive.
Gender: Female
Vocal range top: F5
Vocal range bottom: Bb3
The Witch
Sarcastic, ugly-then-gorgeous, obsessive protector of Rapunzel who is straightforward and aggressive.
Gender: Female
Vocal range top: G5
Vocal range bottom: F3
Cinderella’s Mother
Deceased with her soul guarding and aiding her daughter from a tree.
Gender: Female
Vocal range top: F4
Vocal range bottom: E4
Mysterious Man
A mischievous vagrant and nosy meddler. He is a good-natured protector and observer.
Gender: Male
Vocal range top: Eb4
Vocal range bottom: G2
Wolf
Hungry and insatiable hunter who takes advantage of the weak by misleading and captivating his prey.
Gender: Male
Vocal range top: Gb4
Vocal range bottom: Bb2
Rapunzel
A loopy-but-lovely maiden who is sheltered by the Witch and terribly lonely. She yearns to experience the world.
Gender: Female
Vocal range top: A5
Vocal range bottom: B3
Cinderella’s Prince
Vain and gorgeous, he is a disloyal lover who is currently searching for the next new, exciting thing.
Gender: Male
Vocal range top: F4
Vocal range bottom: B2
Rapunzel’s Prince
Just as vain and gorgeous as his Prince brother, he is always chasing the newest, most exiting endeavor.
Gender: Male
Vocal range top: E4
Vocal range bottom: C#3
Giant
Voiceover. The Giant’s wife is an angry and vengeful ‘monster.’ She is seeking restitution for her loss.
Gender: Female

 

MUSICAL NUMBERS
Hello, Little Girl
I Guess This Is Goodbye
Maybe They’re Magic
Our Little World
I Know Things Now
A Very Nice Prince
Giants In The Sky
Agony
It Takes Two
Stay With Me
On The Steps Of The Palace
Ever After
So Happy
Lament
Any Moment
Moment In The Woods
Your Fault
The Last Midnight
No More
No One Is Alone
Children Will Listen

ATTENDANCE POLICY

  • Due to a shorter schedule for this show, communicate a necessary absence with the Director for approval.
  • Attendance is necessary for the success of this production.
  • NO ABSENCES during Mandatory Rehearsals, Tech Rehearsals or Shows (September 17th – October 6th).
  • Please review the calendar thoroughly to ensure that you will not miss any rehearsals.

REGISTRATION
Online registration begins Thursday, August 1st, at 8:00pm on this webpage and closes on Monday, August 5th at 8:00pm. The credit card in your account will be charged for show related expenses if necessary.

  • There is only one cast.
  • Please review the calendar thoroughly.
  • Due to a shorter schedule for this show, communicate a necessary absence with the Director for approval.
  • Attendance is necessary for the success of this production.
  • NO ABSENCES during Mandatory Rehearsals, Tech Rehearsals or Shows (September 17th – October 6th).

AUDITIONS
Tuesday, August 6th, starting at 4:00pm at EDMT’s Rehearsal Facility.

  • You may bring sheet music for the accompanist or use a digital music file for this vocal audition. We will send an email after registration with instructions on how to prepare sheet music and submit your digital music for auditions.
  • Auditionees will be seated by number in a row of 10 chairs in the audition room. Family members are invited to watch. When your number is called, you will come forward, introduce yourself and your song, and then sing for up to one minute.
  • Note: There is no dance audition for this show.
  • Finally, the Artistic Staff will announce the audition numbers of those who are being called back. Those called back will proceed immediately to the “Callback Table” to pick up any songs/scripts needed in preparation for the callback auditions on Thursday.
  • Note: The door will be closed during each group’s auditions. No entering or exiting the room during that time.

CALLBACKS
Thursday, August 8th, at 4:00pm at EDMT’s Rehearsal Facility. Those called back will be asked to read lines from the script and sing the song(s) they were given at the “Callback Table” at auditions.

CAST LIST
The cast list will be posted on the EDMT website on Sunday, August 11th at 8:00pm.

PUBLICITY APPEARANCES
Cast members obtaining lead roles are expected to make themselves available for publicity events such as television appearances and newspaper interviews.

Auditions and Rehearsals will take place at EDMT, 4949 Windplay Drive, in El Dorado Hills, CA.

COST
$0 Tuition Fee in honor of our first Club EDMT Marquee Production

Additional expenses may include the purchase of personal items such as shoes, changing garments, or makeup; and those which are completely optional, such as, a cast photo, souvenir mug or ornament, T-shirt, etc…

REHEARSALS

  • Tuesday, August 13th, from 5:30pm-8:30pm is a read/sing-through.
  • The rehearsal schedule is varied. Not all cast members are called for each rehearsal. See the weekly newsletter for the call list.
  • Please review the calendar thoroughly.

Note: Only cast members and staff may be on site while rehearsals are in progress.

ATTENDANCE POLICY

  • Due to a shorter schedule for this show, communicate a necessary absence with the Director for approval.
  • Attendance is necessary for the success of this production.
  • NO ABSENCES during Mandatory Rehearsals, Tech Rehearsals or Shows (September 17th – October 6th).
  • Please review the calendar thoroughly to ensure that you will not miss any rehearsals.

Rehearsals will take place at EDMT, 4949 Windplay Drive, in El Dorado Hills, CA.

VOLUNTEER HOURS
While no mandatory volunteer hours are required for this production, various activities will come up and volunteers will be needed. An email will be sent when volunteer opportunities are requested. We would really appriate your help or the help of a family member or friend.

PERFORMER RULES OF CONDUCT

  • We expect every participant to be courteous, respectful, and responsible while understanding that focus, dedication, and commitment are necessary to achieve the group’s goals.
  • We expect each participant to be punctual and prepared for rehearsal.  Prepared by knowing the material that was covered in the previous rehearsals, and also prepared by being well-groomed and dressed for movement, and wearing clean footwear.
  • We expect that everyone will take good care of the facility; both our rehearsal areas and our performance venues and equipment. That means cleaning up after yourself and taking your belongings home with you at the end of rehearsals/shows. Items left behind will be purged once a month.
  • There is a zero tolerance policy towards any substance abuse. Violations will result in immediate dismissal and appropriate authorities may be contacted.
  • Every EDMT participant should understand that their contributions towards a positive, healthy, and supportive environment are necessary for the group to be successful and to ensure that every El Dorado Musical Theatre production is the best it can be for each and every audience member as well as for each and every performer.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
For any additional questions or information about INTO THE WOODS, please contact Producer, (Mrs.) Chris Hobbs, at [email protected] or call the EDMT office at (916) 941-7464.

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