Welcome to Moorpark College Theatre Arts
"Jesus Christ Superstar" Auditions
JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR CAST LIST
Hello everyone,
First of all, thanks to all that auditioned. As much as I enjoy the audition process and working with you individually, I always dislike having to choose between you. We had over 60 people audition and, as always, we had to make some very difficult choices.
I mean it when I say that we could have cast this play 10 different ways and still had an excellent cast. If you were called back for the role, it means that we believed you could play it in this production. I want to encourage you all to keep coming back. We’ve seen tremendous growth in those that have returned and you get better each time you audition!
A few notes before the cast list:
- We honored the requests of those that limited the roles that they would accept.
- If you are cast, you MUST be enrolled in the THA M10A, B, C or D class by 6/1/24 if you are to keep your role. The CRNs are 58391, 58392, 58393, 58394.
- COSTUME MEASUREMENTS: Expect and email from Orly Ruiz, our Costume Designer, sometime in the next week to set an appointment
- I hope to be sending out a rough draft of the rehearsal schedule in the next week. Please align it with your work schedule ASAP.
- I’m trying to expedite the script delivery and hope to have those on hand next week as well. I will be in touch on that.
- START LISTENING TO THE CAST ALBUM NOW! https://youtu.be/w9pdWQT1_8E?si=7IAhqy3YkTxUUdxP
Thank you all again for an AWESOME job!
John, Nancy, Beth and Dave
Jesus 3 – Jack Rogers 35 – Nova Mandell Judas 49 – Tal Toker 16 – Davin Robillard
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Mary 20 – Iris Esten Peter 43 – Charlee Lambert Thomas 15 – Jackson Carruso |
Caiaphas 30 – Jack Eaton Annas 41 – Julia Peterson Priests 29 – Josh Brewer #1 16 - Carter Garcia #2 9 – Holden Aguirre - Ukulele |
Simon 17 – Zoe Alaniz 27 – Rachel Fischer
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Herod 1-Tae Bond 38 – Amber Quinn |
Pilate (Pilate’s Dream) 5 – Tracy Tennenhouse 54 – Will Palo |
Vocal /Ensemble 47 – Lyzze Koshelev 50 – Marina Wagner 33- Anita Semsarha - Guitar 28 - Jade Adamson 56 – Mae Cohen-Guitar/Alto Sax 7 – Cara Knight 36 – Jaedon Range 12- Nicholas Kepe –Banjo/Guitar 37 – Nic Larsen 57 – Connor Noeske-Landis 32 – Josh Yates 13 – Martin Molinar |
Dancers 4 – Kaily Garris 44 - Remy Fortney 10 – Morpheus 48 – Mae Simoneau 46 – Lucia Davidson - Guitar 34 – Gabriella Roberts 11 -Maica Guevarra 18 – Emma Martin 15 – Jackson Carruso 2 – Gabe Valentine 51 – Wyatt Freihon - Guitar 23 – Levi Hammond
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MOORPARK COLLEGE THEATRE ARTS ANNOUNCES
AUDITIONS FOR “JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR”
Moorpark, CA – The Moorpark College Theatre Arts Department is pleased to announce auditions for its upcoming Summer 2024 production of the classic rock opera, “Jesus Christ Superstar.” Auditions will be held on May 13th from 6:00pm to 10:00pm and May 14th from 3:00pm to 6:00pm with callbacks on May 15th from 6:00-10:00pm in the studio theatre, room PA-100, of the Performing Arts Center on the Moorpark College campus. Anyone interested in auditioning prepare an up tempo show tune and bring 32 bars of sheet music (approximately 1 minute) and wear comfortable clothing for a Dance audition. An accompanist will be present for the audition.
The global phenomenon, “Jesus Christ Superstar” is the first musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice to be produced for the professional stage. It is a timeless work set against the backdrop of an extraordinary and universally-known series of events, but seen through the eyes of Judas Iscariot and has engaged audiences for more than 50 years. Loosely based on the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John, Superstar follows the last week of Jesus Christ’s life. The story, told entirely through song, explores the personal relationships and struggles between Jesus, Judas, Mary Magdalene, his disciples, his followers and the Roman Empire. The iconic 1970s rock score contains such well-known numbers as “Superstar,” “I Don’t Know How to Love Him” and “Gethsemane.” “Jesus Christ Superstar” continues to touch new generations of audiences and performers.
““Jesus Christ Superstar” is a perfect musical for our summer theatre program that showcases the work of our student designers and presents an opportunity for incoming high school students to begin their journey at Moorpark College ,” said John Loprieno, Director and Theatre Arts faculty member. “The opening lyric “My mind is clearer now…,” was first experienced by audiences in October of 1971. And from that moment, this revolutionary musical has opened minds, engaged, and entertained audiences around the world. I can’t wait to see what our students, returning and new, can do with this exciting and challenging material. The studio Theatre will be rocking this summer!” Anyone that is cast must enroll in the 3 unit Theatre Production: Performance class.
“Jesus Christ Superstar”” will run July 18th thru August 4th with evening performances from Thursday to Saturday @ 8:00pm with Sunday matinees @ 2:00pm in the studio theatre at Moorpark College. Tickets go on sale July 1st and may be purchased through the Moorpark College Performing Arts Center Box Office at (805) 378-1485 or online at www.moorparkcollege.edu/pac. For additional information regarding “Jesus Christ Superstar” or the Moorpark College Theatre Arts Department, please contact Director John Loprieno at (805) 378-1469 or jloprieno@vcccd.edu. Moorpark College is located at 7075 Campus Road in Moorpark, 93021.
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