JPAS auditioning actors, singers and dancers for its 2009-2010 season

From The Times-Picayune
by Ann Maloney

Many lead roles are still available for Jefferson Performing Arts Society's productions for its 32nd season.

JPAS is holding auditions for its 2009-2010 season on Aug. 15 and 16 from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Jefferson Performing Arts Center, 400 Phlox St. in Metairie (East Jefferson High School auditorium).

To make an appointment, call the JPAS at 504-885-2000 ext. 202.

JPAS is also accepting applications for technical positions in scenic, costuming, sound and lighting and stage managers. Resumes can be submitted to Company/production manager Brian Schrader at production@jpas.org, by fax to 504.885.3437 or by mail to JPAS, 1118 Clearview Parkway, Metairie, LA 70001.

Volunteers ages 15 and older are being south as well for house staff, administrative assistance and production assistance. Interested volunteers should contact JPAS Volunteer Coordinator Melinda Falgoust at callboard@jpas.org or call 504.885.2000 ext. 203.

The season includes:
"Viagara Falls," Oct. 2-18;
"The Rocky Horror Show," Oct. 23-Nov.7;
"Disney's Beauty And The Beast," Nov. 28-Dec. 13;
"Footloose," Jan. 29-Feb. 7;
"Nunsensations! The Nunsense Vegas Review," Feb. 19-March 7;
"The Producers," March 19-28;
and
"The Sicilian Bachelor," April 9-25.

Season tickets go on sale Aug. 10.