The Emperor's New Clothes
“Dress for success” is good advice that the Emperor takes wholeheartedly, wanting to impress the Kings & Queens of the Elemental Kingdoms. But where to stop? When the clothes (and other people’s opinions) become more important than the people of the kingdom, trouble brews. The Royal Scholars & Royal Artisans try to help their beloved Emperor find the way back to his heart, but the Money Council led by Manypenny want to keep the Emperor’s new obsession growing. When the loyal Silkworms are kicked out of the castle, it becomes clear that the Emperor needs to learn a lesson. With all of the Elemental Kingdoms gathered, it’s time for a royal parade!
The Missoula Children’s Theatre presents The Emperor's New Clothes. Each year, Missoula Children’s Theatre drives a little red truck all the way from Montana to the Schauer Center. Two professional MCT tour actor/directors hold public auditions, casting local school-age children in an hour-long original musical. The cast rehearses for a week and then performs a fully staged and costumed show.
PERFORMANCES:
Ruth A. Knoll Theater
Friday, August 21, 7:00 pm | Saturday, August 22, 2:00 pm
AUDITION:
Monday, August 17, 10:00 am–12:00 pm
Pre-registration for the audition is recommended. The audition begins promptly at 10:00 am, and no late arrivals are allowed. The group-style audition will last 90-120 minutes and will be facilitated by the Missoula staff members. Students must participate for the full duration. Parents/caregivers are welcome to observe the audition. Casting will be announced immediately following the audition. Auditionees should bring a bag lunch to begin rehearsing that afternoon if they are cast in the show.
REHEARSALS:
Following the audition and casting on Monday, an exact rehearsal schedule for each participant will be distributed. The possible rehearsal time frames that your child may be required to attend are Monday 12:15 - 2:15 pm, Tuesday - Friday 10:00 - 12:00 pm, and 12:15 - 2:15 pm. Students cast in the show must be available for all rehearsals, with no exceptions.
REGISTRATION/TUITION:
Students cast in the performance must register for the production no later than Wednesday, August 19.
Missoula Children's Theater tuition is $100/cast members & $75/crew members (including two complimentary tickets for the show.)
WORKSHOP INFORMATION:
Every student who auditions is invited to attend our FREE Missoula workshop series! Workshops are scheduled for 2:45–3:30 pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday during Missoula’s residency week. It is designed to help students focus on specific elements of theater, such as improv, acting basics, and playwriting. Pre-registration is required for workshops. Sign-ups take place on audition day.
Instructors: Missoula Children’s Theatre faculty
Location: Schauer Arts Center
