JHStheaterarts Mission Statement

The Jenkintown High School Theater Arts Program is dedicated to nurturing and developing the talents of the Jenkintown High School student body and providing a safe and creative environment where the artists can cultivate their craft within a supportive and caring community.

Monday, September 1, 2014

Young Frankenstein Audition Information


Young Frankenstein Audition Information
September 6th 12:30-3:00 p.m.

Dr. Frederick Frankenstein
Pg. 13-15 (“Elizabeth! Elizabeth! . . . “ to “by Marcel himself”)
Pg. 19-20 (“Dr. Frankenstein . . .” to “the world’s greatest pairs!)
Pg. 106-110 (“Cut that man down. . .”)
Pg. 33-35  (“May I escort you. . . .” to Goodnight, Frau Blucher”)
Pg. 39-40 (“Hmm. What strange music . . .” to “Look, Doktor”)
Pg. 41-43 (“Where are we. . .? to “Yesss!”)
#19-“Man About Town” Measures 9-51

The Monster
Pg. 106-110 (“Cut that man down. . .(this will include the reprise of “Deep Love”)
#20-“Puttin’ On The Ritz” Measures 107-114

Igor
Pg. 41-43 (“Where are we. . .?” to “Yesss!))
Pg. 19-20 (“Dr. Frankenstein. . .” to “the world’s greatest pairs!)
#5-“Together Again for The First Time” Measures 2-43

Inga
Pg. 106-110 (“Cut that man down. .  .”)
Pg. 41-43 (“Where are we. . .?” to “Yesss!))
Pg. 39-40 (“Hmm., what strange music. . .” to “Look, Doktor”)
#6-“Roll in the Hay” Measures 5-35

Elizabeth Benning
Pg. 106-110 (“Cut that man down. . .”)
Pg. 13-15 (“Elizabeth! Elizabeth!. . . “ to “by Marcel himself”)
#17-“Surprise” Measures 1-16 and Measures 23-53

Frau Blucher
Pg. 33-35  (“May I escort you. . . .” to “Goodnight, Frau Blucher”)
Pg. 41-43 (“Where are we. . .?” to “Yesss!”)
#8-“He Was My Boyfriend” Measures 12-33



Inspector Hans Kemp
Pg. 106-110 (“Cut that man down. . .”)
Pg. 48-49 (“Wait! Wait. . .” to “remember our new law. . .”)

The Hermit (male or female)
(The actor will also be double cast as Dr. Victor Von Frankenstein)
Pg. 81-83 (“Oh, Lord . . .” to “To us!”)
#18-“Please Send Me Someone” Measures 7-42

Dr. Victor Von Frankenstein
(The actor will also be double cast as The Hermit)
#7-“Join the Family Business” Measures 1-72

Ziggy (male or female)
Pg. 3-4 (“Who is he?. . .)



Understudies WILL perform for the Elementary School Preview 
November 13th.

Wednesday, August 27, 2014

Our First AD!

Hello All,
Our first Ad has been sold! Congratulations to Taylor Stasiak!!!!

We need to have our first down-payment by the end of September!!!!!!

Wednesday, August 20, 2014

Foung Frankenstein Costume Information. . .

Hello All,

We are a "go" for costumes at Pierre's.  Our first down payment is due September 26th.  Time to sell some Ads, ok?

Remember to bring in money for your tap shoes tonight!!!!

Also---you must enter and LEAVE through the door near my room.

Many thanks!

Lys

Monday, August 18, 2014

Young Frankenstein Ad Spreadsheet

Alette and Taylor will be in charge of contacting Lindy Properties!
Ads need to be brought in ASAP!
Everyone needs to bring in at least one ad by September 16th!

Friday, August 8, 2014

Young Frankenstein Shoe information. . .

Here are the prices for the shoes. . .price reflects a discount if 6 or more are ordered...
SoDanca Character Tap shoe $45
Capezio Men's tap shoe $30
Block Mary Jane tap shoe $28.75 (smaller heel than character shoe, maybe 1 inch)


To place an order, she needs the true street shoe size (measure in inches standing on a ruler if in doubt) also, if they need a wide!
Shoes will be delivered once full payment is received. 

(I think we are the only school she is still doing discounts for-YIPPEE!!!!) 

She also has Capezio Character shoes (tan) for $36.

Folks-we will need tap shoes for this show as well as character shoes (tan).
The sooner we order...the sooner we can work with the taps!

We will need to place an order asap!
 

Please think about shoe sizes...we will collect for the shoes the first week of boot camp!

Thank you Miss Ann!

Saturday, July 12, 2014

Young Frankenstein Thoughts.......

Dear Friends,

As we begin our next journey together in the realm of theater and discovery, I wanted to share my thoughts about this season's musical.

I think Young Frankenstein is a very clever and creative musical.  The musical is a great representation of the movie (of the same name) and exemplifies the creative force of Mel Brooks.

Our theater arts program has grown substantially in the past few years.  The support that we now receive, within the school and the community in which we live, has been tremendous.

Our seats are filled and the audience thoroughly enjoys  and respects our hard work and creative choices. 

Our mission is to keep the arts alive and well in Jenkintown, and to also keep the integrity of the department within the standards that we have set and that which is expected of us.

There are two musical numbers that I have not included in the song list and there are lyrics that will be changed in a few numbers.

It is not our purpose to keep material in for "shock value" nor to make an audience, which I treasure and value, feel uncomfortable and, in turn, lose  their respect and support.

There are so many directions that I want to take for this production.  There are a few surprises that we are working on and costumes from Pierre's is going to be one of the highlights of the show.

I know that we will all be respectful of my choices and concepts for this show.

Wouldn't it be wonderful to have a full house EVERY night?

It is a possibility with the popularity of this show and movie.

I thank you in advance for your sensitivity and care as you embark on this journey with me.

Take care and I will see you all soon.

Lys
 

 


 


Tuesday, July 8, 2014

JHS Theater Arts Department presents...

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November 13-15 2014
Rehearsals begin:

August 18th. 7:00-9:15 p.m.
in the high school choral room.

Come and experience the world of
Dr. Frankenstein and his Monster!!!

Costumes to be provided by: 
Pierre's~Located in the heart of Philadelphia.