BC Fall Musical
Auditions Wednesday, September 6, 2023, in BC Black Box
Performances November 17-19, 2023, at Sharon Lynne Wilson Center
BCHS Fall Musical: MARY POPPINS
Bert, a jack-of-all-trades, invites us into the world of London, England in 1910 — and, specifically, into the dysfunctional home of the Banks family. Jane and Michael, the young Banks children, have sent yet another nanny packing, dismissing these children as hopelessly and irrevocably spoiled and misbehaved. With a father who works constantly and mother who is always distracted, Jane and Michael have suffered without strong caretaking forces in their lives. Then the magical Mary Poppins flies in on the wind, bringing with her a combination of whimsy, magic, and disciplined common sense to the children’s lives. Together, they go on memorable and magical adventures — and also learn the importance of a tidy nursery and of taking the medicine they need (with a spoonful of sugar, of course.) Mary Poppins’ transformational influence does not stop with the children — eventually, she teaches the grown-ups, as well, to open up and realize that “anything can happen if you let it.”
Performances of this award-winning musical will take place at Sharon Lynne Wilson Center of the Arts: (click here for directions)
Important Dates
Wednesday, September 6: Auditions in BC Black Box after school
Thursday, September 7: Call-backs if needed in BC Black Box after school
Friday, September 8: Cast list posted at school and emailed home
Monday, September 11: Cast Rehearsals and Stage Crew begin
Tuesday, September 12: Student/Parent Mandatory Information Meeting, BC Black Box, 6:30 - 8:00
Wednesday, September 13: Tickets on sale to cast families
Wednesday, September 20: Tickets on sale to the public at Sharon Lynne Wilson Center
Tuesday, October 10: Headshots after school -- wear/bring plain white shirt
Wednesday, October 25: Playbill Ad deadline
TECH WEEK SCHEDULE (Call times to be determined):
Saturday, November 11: Tech week starts at the Sharon Lynne Wilson Center (Stage Crew this day)
Sunday, November 12: First rehearsal with cast at Wilson Center
Wednesday, November 15: WHMS preview night
Thursday, November 16: Dress Rehearsal at 7:30pm
Friday, November 17: Performance at 7:30pm
Saturday, November 18: Performances at 2:00pm and 7:30pm
Sunday, November 19: Performance at 2:00pm and STRIKE
Monday, November 20: Load everything back in at BCHS, after school until completed (ALL CAST & CREW)
Audition Information (Click for Instructions)
Audition Form: https://forms.gle/3NqwsjbijKgUVMZ6A
Audition Songs: https://sites.google.com/elmbrookschools.org/bchsathleticsartsactivities/theater/fall-musical-slwc/audition-information
Audition conflict or questions? Please email Vocal Director Mrs. Alli Hickmann
Stage Crew & Costume Team
Fill out this form to join Stage Crew: https://forms.gle/6h8NKuimvow7FZse6
Costume Team Information Packet
Fill out this form to join Costume Team: https://forms.gle/Mt2xeb14tmqsqRsr8
Student Musical Fees
District User Fee (All Students): $60
Musical Participation Fee:
Cast: $200
Stage Crew: $150
Pit Orchestra: $125
Costume Team: $50
This Includes: A t-shirt, dinners during tech week, and professional show photos
**Additional costs for cast members may include some costume pieces, footwear and makeup
Participation fees will be billed through Infinite Campus
Families with financial concerns are asked to discuss this directly with Don Kurth - Athletics/Activities Director
Calendars
MANDATORY STUDENT/PARENT KICK-OFF MEETING
Tuesday, September 12, 2023, 6:30 p.m.
BLACK BOX THEATRE
The student and at least one parent must attend this kick-off meeting. Meet the directors, learn very important information, purchase a yard sign, and have an opportunity to ask questions! You are welcome to arrive at 6:15 p.m. to visit the check-in stations early, the meeting will begin promptly at 6:30 p.m.
CALENDAR LINKS
COSTUME TEAM - Please check with Mrs. Birt for the schedule
REMINDs
Cast: text @mpcast23 to 81010
Stage Crew: text @mpcrew23 to 81010
Pit Orchestra: text @bcpit23 to 81010
Production Team
Director: Daniel Pronley
Production Manager: Kathy Kindler
Assistant Production Manager: Beth Brunner
Vocal Director: Alli Hickmann
Orchestra Director: Callie Barbeau
Costume Designer: Christine Birt
Set Designer: Tim Barnes
Choreographer: Alli Hickmann
Run Crew Coordinator: Carly Irland
Lighting: Connor Dunn
Sound: Matt Post
Playbill Ads
Playbill Ad Information -- click HERE
All Playbill Ads and payment must be submitted by October 25th.
Tickets for Performances
Tickets go on sale to the general public on September 20th. The Wilson Center is using digital ticketing this year and processing fees are a little different. There are no savings to purchasing tickets in person -- it is the same fees whether purchased online or in person. There are additional fees to receive paper tickets.
Tickets can be purchased:
In person at the Sharon Lynne Wilson Center Box Office: 3270 Mitchell Park Drive, Brookfield
By phone at 262-781-9520
By clicking this link: Sharon Lynne Wilson Center Box Office
Costume Information
Preliminary Cast Costume Information
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XOjXAcyJREVWIk4PZcT_NC9eTpqiOzj-/view?usp=sharing
Tech Week Information
Sunday, November 13th - Sunday, November 19th
Students must clear their calendars of all other activities during this week.
Students will likely be pulled from classes during this week
Rehearsals will be at the Sharon Lynne Wilson Center after school until approximately 11 p.m. each night.
More Tech Week Information can be found here. (COMING SOON)
Hair and Makeup Instructions for Cast: (COMING SOON)
Parent Volunteer Information and Links
We have many parent volunteer opportunities, and your help is essential. Here is the link to the Sign-Up Genius — your volunteer time will be greatly appreciated!
Code of Conduct
It is a privilege to represent the Lancers. All students are required to sign the student Code of Conduct prior to participating in the musical. Please sign the Code of Conduct form HERE.