In Town
West Windsor Library is holding open auditions for children, ages 8 to 17, and adult actors for the upcoming Halloween Playfest. Five original Halloween-themed short plays aimed at young adults will be performed in late October. Auditions are Thursday, August 9, 7 to 9 p.m.; and Saturday, August 11, from 1 to 4 p.m Bring a resume and headshot. Contact Michael Kerr at 609-275-8901 or E-mail him at mkerr@mcl.org.
Maurer Productions Onstage has open auditions for a musical version of “The Emperor’s New Clothes” on Saturday, August 4, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday, August 5, from noon to 6 p.m. Room location posted at Kelsey Theater. For appointment visit www.mponstage.com/auditions, call 609-882-2292, or E-mail audition@mponstage.com. There are 15 speaking roles for adults, teens, and children, and may include additional ensemble roles. Perform a one-minute comic monologue, perform 16 bars from an upbeat musical theater songs. Bring two copies of sheet music. Dance audition is also required. Skills in juggling, magic, acrobatics, and playing a band instrument may be demonstrated during the audition. Bring a resume and recent photo. Performance dates are October 12 to 14 at Kelsey.
“Through Our Eyes,” an original musical about special needs individuals is returning to Kelsey Theater in September. Needed are two teen boys and two teen girls who can sing and dance, one African American male who can sing, special needs individuals ages 14 to 40, people of any age for the chorus, an assistant stage manager, and a crew. Call Alan Rosen at 609-472-1260.
Paddle for the Cure at the sixth annual Lake Mercer Dragon Boat Festival to benefit the Princeton Warriors, a dragon boat team for breast cancer survivors, at Lake Mercer, West Windsor, on Saturday, September 22. To volunteer or register a team of 16 to 22 paddlers visit www.lmdba.com or E-mail princetondragoneer@lmdba.com.
Liberty Tax Service is collecting all models and makes of cell phones, attachments, batteries, and accessories to benefit Cell Phones for Soldiers. The phones are recycled for cash to purchase pre-paid calling cards and unlimited video phone calls for U.S. servicemen overseas. Visit www.cellphonesforsoldiers.com or call 609-426-0100. Drop off at 2025 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor.##M:[more]##
For Artists
D&R Greenway Land Trust invites artists to submit work for a curated fall exhibition, “The Road Not Taken.” All media and style, including sculpture, will be considered as long as they are inspired by nature. All art must be available for sale with a gallery fee of 35 percent. E-mail jpg images, along with your name, mailing address, phone number, bio, and statement, to artistsregistry@drgreenway.org. www.drgreenway.org.
Audition
Villagers Theater has auditions for “Disney’s Aladdin Jr. on Monday and Tuesday, July 23 and 24, at 7 p.m. 415 Demott Lane, Somerset. Only performers ages 8 to 18 will be cast. Prepare 16 bars of an upbeat song. Readings will be from the script. Be prepared to dance. E-mail Matt DiCarlo at matt@villagerstheatre.com for more information.
Villagers Theater also has auditions for “Uncle Vanya” on Sunday, August 5, and Tuesday, August 7, at 7 p.m. Auditions consist of readings from the script. Four women and five men are needed. E-mail akahh8@yahoo.com for information. All auditions are at the theater at 415 DeMott Lane, Somerset.
Nominate
New Jersey Association of Realtors seeks nominations of realtors who have acted as good neighbors to improve the quality of life for communities or individuals in need. The community service must have been started or completed between September 1, 2006, and August 31, 2007. Deadline is September 12. Visit www.njar.com.
Free Tickets
Somerset Valley Players offers two free tickets to an upcoming show to anyone who adopts a pet through the Plainfield Area Humane Society during the run of Sylvia,” a drama about a man who adopts a dog (July 20 to August 5). www.svptheatre.org and www.petfinders.com.
Art Classes
Arts Unbound will select 10 individuals with a physical disability to take classes in the visual arts over the course of six months. Individuals must be able to participate in a two-hour classroom situation and be able to understand and respond to direction. www.artsunbound.org or 973-675-2787.
Dance Classes
Actor’s Dance Studio in Ewing has new dance classes beginning July 20, for beginners in salsa, tango, and ballroom. Call 609-213-4578 for information.
Baton Twirling
Hamilton P.A.L. Baton Twirling has registration on Tuesday, August 21, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Hamilton Recreation Building, Scully Avenue; or Monday, September 10, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Alexander Elementary School. Bring your child and a copy of your child’s birth certificate. Call 609-585-1101.
Donate Please
New Jersey Walkabout began its first two-week 165-mile trek across New Jersey on July 7 with four teams competing. To donate needed items or make a donation visit www.walkabout2007.org or call Cheryl at 732-779-0399.
Available
Middlesex County Department of Workforce Development offers a free program to train individuals in allied health and transportation. Open to ages 19 to 21 not attending college and living in a household earning less than $26,”710 for a family of four. Payment for classroom and internship hours. Call Ruth Lapidow at 732-906-4653.
