VHSL ONE-ACT COMPETITION PLAY 2024
STATUS: COMPLETED
THE IMPORTANCE
OF BEING EARNEST
adapted by Jason Pizzarello and based upon the classic by Oscar Wilde
INVOLVEMENT FACTS
Please keep in mind that scheduling can (and most likely will) change based on VBCPS, OLHS, OLTC, as well as the needs of the particular production. Keep communication open with your parental figures, and remember to remain flexible and positive at all times.
Ensure that you are balancing your home life, academic life, and your involvement with this production. Many people are counting on you to HONOR YOUR COMMITMENT.
If you are cast / crew for the show...
VHSL ONE-ACT
COMPETITION PLAY
REHEARSAL / PERFORMANCE DATES & TIMES:
Note: Although the directors try not to alter the rehearsal schedule, dates and times could change based upon a number of factors. Cast and Production Team members are tasked to check Canvas Announcements, Email and this website daily for any changes.
VHSL ONE-ACT COMPETITION PLAY,
First Read-Through with Cast and EB:
Thursday, November 30, 2023 (2:10 pm - 5:10 pm, room 108)
*VHSL ONE-ACT COMPETITION PLAY, Regular Rehearsals
*It is always your responsibility to check your Rehearsal / Performance Schedule for specific details!
Friday, December 1, 2023 through Thursday, January 25, 2024 (2:10 pm - 5:10 pm, room 108 / Auditorium)
*VHSL ONE-ACT COMPETITION PLAY, Performances
*It is always your responsibility to check your Rehearsal / Performance Schedule for specific details!
Free Public Performance @ OLHS: either Wednesday, January 24 or Thursday, January 25, 2024 (5:00 pm - call / 7:00 pm curtain)
Sectional Competition @ Salem H.S. : Saturday, January 27, 2024 (see provided Sectionals paperwork)
if advancement...
Regional Competition @ Salem H.S.: Saturday, February 10, 2024 (Times TBD)
if advancement...
State Competition @PVCC in Charlottesville, VA.: Saturday, March 2, 2024 (Times TBD)
Notice: Cast and Production Team of the VHSL One-Act Competition Play must remain available for refresh rehearsals based upon potential advancements and plan to take part in Founder's Week performances @ OLHS (dates / blocks / times TBD). Founder's Week takes place the week of February 26 - March 1, 2024.
THE IMPORTANCE
OF BEING EARNEST
adapted by Jason Pizzarello and based upon the classic by Oscar Wilde
We are incredibly excited to officially announce our VHSL competition one-act production, THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST (30-minute version)- A Trivial Comedy for Serious People (adapted by Jason Pizzarello and based upon the classic by Oscar Wilde).
*Auditions: Tuesday, November 28, 2023 (2 pm - 7 pm, room 108 / OLHS)
*Please arrange rides / homework / food (a snack) BEFORE auditions just in case we need you to stay until 7 pm since we're only offering one day of auditions for this show.
Visit the publishing cite below to peruse the script, character bios, plot summary, etc.
https://www.playscripts.com/play/2677
There is no need to memorize anything in preparation for auditions, but familiarizing yourself with the characters, plot, etc. is always helpful.
Those auditioning should also complete the Actor Application BEFORE you audition on Tues. Nov. 28. The application will be posted within the next day or two and linked within the OLTC website (VHSL One-Act play dropdown).
The official Actor / Crew Application is linked below:
"EARNEST" ACTOR AND CREW APPLICATION HERE!
Break legs!
-OLTC Directors (BER)
Important Upcoming Dates and Information:
AUDITIONS:
Tuesday, November 28, 2023 (2:10 pm - 7:30 pm, room 108)
*It is strongly recommended that those auditioning plan to attend the entire time, in order for proper casting consideration; please inform the adult directors if you are unable. The directors are flexible and will work with you to the best of our ability.
If you are planning to audition for the VHSL One-Act Competition Play, please complete the audition application ahead of time (by 2 pm on Tuesday, November 28, 2023). Those without applications on file may not be permitted to audition for this production. The Audition Application is linked below under Resources.
Those planning to audition do not need prior theatre experience (as an actor or production team member); we are looking for positive, hard-working and dedicated individuals to join our cast and theatre company.
Those auditioning do not need to prepare anything in advance other than complete the audition application, read character bios and perhaps watch any production videos on YouTube (or streaming) in order to get a sense as to the characters and the plot. Character Bio Sheets are linked below under Resources.
RESOURCES
CLICK HERE FOR THE AUDITION (CAST AND CREW) APPLICATION!
CLICK HERE FOR SCRIPT PERUSAL, BIOS AND PLOT SUMMARY