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Auditions
June 17th at the ABBA Dance Studio,
enrollment begins at 4:30 pm, auditions begin at 5 pm.
The audition process is very simple, there is a short dance assessment for each age group (7-10, 11&up) followed by brief individual interviews. The show is completely pantomime. All show participants must be enrolled in ABBA Dance for the Fall 2024 semester For the named character roles there will be callbacks the following week. Dancers who are called back will sent a video of choreography to learn for their callback. In order to participate in the ABBA Christmas Experience dancers must be enrolled in ABBA Dance weekly classes.
Our Story
The ABBA Dance Christmas Experience is a faith-centered show that combines elements of classic stories like the Nutcracker and A Christmas Carol, the nostalgia of popular 20th century Christmas songs, and the depth of the Biblical Christmas story to provide a program that encompasses every aspect of Christmas in a touching, heartfelt production. Using multiple styles of dance, incredible choreography, and costumes, audiences will be immersed into the story unfolding before them and join our main character Mara as she journeys back in time to find the true meaning of Christmas. The ABBA Dance Christmas Experience is sure to become a yearly tradition for all who participate. The show will take place at 2pm on December 4th at North Royalton High school.
Roles
Mara Green: A spunky and adventurous girl who has become unsatisfied with life, looking for hope in all the wrong places (10& up, this role includes Pantomime, Worship Dance, Jazz, and Ballet)
Esme Bennet: Mara’s Cousin. A sweet and devoted girl, faithful to God and her family, who endeavors to share the Gospel with everyone she knows. (10& up, this role includes Jazz, Worship Dance, and pantomime),
Mr. Bennet: Esme’s Father. A jolly middle-aged man who approaches life and faith with child-like wonder and glee. (14& up, this role includes Ballroom and Pantomime)
Mrs. Bennet: The kind-hearted loving mother of Esme. A genteel woman who loves to bake and spend time with her family. (14& up, this role includes Ballroom and Pantomime)
Noelle Green: The fashionista of the family, at least she thinks she is. Her outfits are incredibly festive but are very over the top and are considered by Grandma Bennet to be too gaudy. Noelle is Mara and Esme’s cousin (10& up, this role includes Pantomime, Worship Dance, Jazz, and Ballet)
Christine Bennet: The jolliest party guest of them all, she looks up to Esme and follows her constantly, she is Mara and Esme’s cousin (10& up, this role includes Pantomime, Worship Dance, Jazz, and Ballet)
Grandma Bennet: Grandma Bennet is distinguished woman who may seem strict at first, but she not so secretly has a soft spot for her grandchildren and always has candies in her pockets. (14& up, this role includes Pantomime)
Mary, Mother of Jesus: Mary, obedient and devoted. The wife of Joseph and the mother of Jesus Christ, who was conceived within her by the Holy Spirit.
(Female soloist role age 14 & up, contemporary and pantomime)
Joseph, Earthly Father of Jesus: Joseph, the legal father of Jesus the Christ, resident of Nazareth in Galilee, a just man who followed and obeyed God. By trade a carpenter.
(Male soloist role age 14 & up, role includes Contemporary and pantomime)
Archangels: Angels of the highest order, sent by God to be his messengers on earth.
(Duet, 10 & up, role includes Contemporary and pantomime)
Angel Chorus: The terrifying but beautiful messengers of God (8 & up, role includes Worship Dance and Pantomime)
Shepherds: Smelly, loud, and happy, the first to know of Jesus’ arrival. (8 & up, role includes Worship Dance and Pantomime)
Little Lambs: The shepherd’s sheep: Adorable, fluffy, and mischievous. (8& younger, role includes Worship Dance)
Ballroom Dance "Parents": The Parents who take part in the polka and whimsical waltz (age 15& up, role includes Waltz, Swing, and Pantomime)
Party Guest: A cheery guest of the Bennet’s dazzling Christmas party. (6& up, role includes Worship Dance and pantomime)
Not able to dance in the show? We always need stage crew! Let us know if you are interested!
Participation FAQ
What kind of participation is required from each family?
Hope is Alive is a fantastic opportunity for dancers to perform in a God honoring environment. All families are required to have one parent on a committee: Props & Set, Costumes, Publicity, Financial Donations, Hospitality, Backstage crew, Setup/Tear Down crew.
What is your rehearsal policy?
As our show is a large endeavor which involves many moving parts, when one dancer is absent it affects the entire rehearsal. All dancers are to attend after class rehearsals and every assigned Saturday rehearsal. Participants are permitted no more than 3 excused absences. If a dancer is absent from more than 3 rehearsals they are no longer able to be in the show.
What are your participation/costume fees?
Our participation and costume fees are set by level and number of rehearsals/ costumes your dancer will need. Participation fees cover the rental of our rehearsal spaces as well as well as the compensation of the teachers rehearsing the students. Costume fees cover costume cleaning, storage, and the rental of the costume. Costumes are rented, not bought. For both the participation and costume fees there is a slight discount for families with multiple dancers in the show.
Interested in Auditions?
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