Backstage Theatre: 4-7:30 p.m. Sunday for “A Backstage Christmas Carol” at the Breckenridge Theatre, 121 S. Ridge St., Breckenridge. Those auditioning are encouraged to prepare a two-minute non-dramatic monologue. Auditions will consist of mainly cold readings from the script. 970-453-0199.
Chamber Orchestra of the Springs: Nov. 14 for spring concerts of the 2005-2006 season at First Congregational Church, 20 E. St. Vrain St., Colorado Springs. The orchestra will be auditioning for Assistant Principal Viola, Assistant Principal Cello, Section Cello and all strings. 719-635-6173.
Denver TheatreSports: Accepting new members into its improvisational acting company. 303-458-5732.
Denver Turnverein Chorus: Seeking new members of all musical abilities for evenings of music and socializing. Practices are 7-9:15 p.m. Thursdays at 1570 Clarkson St. A tour of Europe is scheduled in 2006. Call Ron at 303-745-0114.
Gloriae: Women’s chorale needs new members, especially soprano and alto. Repertoire includes sacred and secular music from the Renaissance period through the 21st century. Must be able to sight-read and have previous choral experience. Call Susan at 303-674-2669.
High Country Chorus: Sweet Adelines International 75-member a cappella women’s chorus seeks singers of all ranges to audition for membership in a dynamic four-part-harmony chorus. For appointment: 303-295-0307; or e-mail HighCountryChorus@yahoo.com.
Impulse Theater: 1 p.m. Saturday for professional troupe. By appointment only. 303-297-2111.
Lafayette Community Players: 7 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday for “The Frankenstein Experiment” at the Mary Miller Theater, 300 E. Simpson St., Lafayette. The play consists of 12 new short plays, inspired by the novel. There will be cold readings. 720-209-2154, lcptheater.org.
Lake Dillon Theatre Company: Auditions continue 6:30 p.m. Nov. 9 at The Lake Dillon Theatre, 176 Lake Dillon Drive, Dillon. Prepare one comedic up-
tempo song approximately two minutes in length. Also be prepared to read from the script and sing from the show. By appointment only. 970-513-9386.
Miners Alley Playhouse: Teams up with Everyman Theatre Company for auditions for “Amy’s View” at Miners Alley Playhouse, 1224 Washington St., Golden. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Nov. 20, 1-4 p.m. Nov. 21. Need three men ages 20-55 and two women, ages 20-65. English accents are essential. Prepare a 1-2 minute monologue. By appointment only. 303-935-3044.
Musicians of Saint Clare: For new singers. By appointment only. 303-384-9492.
Performance Now Theatre Company: Saturday and Sunday for “The Secret Garden.” Prepare 16 bars from a ballad. By appointment only. 303-918-1500.
OpenStage Theatre: 6-7 p.m. Saturday for the character of Robert in “The Exonerated” in the Perlmutter Room of the Schwayder Theatre, 350 S. Dahlia St. Robert is an African-American in his 30’s with a strong rural Mississippi accent. By appointment only. 970-484-5237.
Shir Ami: The vocal and instrumental group specializing in Jewish Folk music seeks singers and players. Meets 7:30-9:30 p.m. Wednesdays. 720-272-7044 or 303-571-0278.
Theatre Group: Accepting head shots and resume for upcoming productions of “Southern Baptist Sissies” and “Hair” along with the role of Valentin in the play version of “Kiss of the Spiderwoman.” Please indicate which production you are interested in when sending information. Mail to Theatre Group Casting, 1200 Downing St., Denver, CO 80218. E-mail: tgcontact@theatregroup.org.
Union Colony Dinner Theatre: 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Nov. 12 for “Once Upon a Mattress” at 802 9th St., Greeley. The role of Winifred is precast, all other roles are open. Prepare 16 bars of two contrasting songs. Be prepared to read from the script. By appointment only. 970-352-2900.
CALL FOR ENTRIES
Aspen Dance Connection: Accepting applications for its 28th annual juried showcase “Passions of the Heart.” The concert will be at the Wheeler Opera House in Aspen Feb. 10-11. Choreographers must present original work created by the choreographer submitting the dance. All types of original and world dances accepted. 970-927-0641, aspendance@sopris.net.
Brooks Center Arts Play Showcase Festival: Seeking photo-resumes from actors, all ages and ethnicities, for play readings to be held in Denver. Mail submissions to Brooks Center Arts, P.O. Box 181010, Denver, CO 80203.
The City of Aurora’s Art in Public Places: Invites artists and artist teams to submit qualifications to be considered for a $175,000 public art commission to be located at Horizon Park, 3981 S. Reservoir Road. Visit auroragov.org/artinpublicplaces. Deadline: Monday.
Colorado Chapter of the Women’s Caucus for the Arts: Accepting entries for the “Photo Plus” show at the Lakewood Cultural Center. For guidelines and fees, visit wcaco.org and click on “Upcoming Events,” call Suchil Coffman at 303-906-5409, e-mail suchil@qwest.net. Works can be dropped off for jurying 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 7 at Lakewood Cultural Center, South Gallery, 480 S. Allison Parkway, Lakewood.
Durango Independent Film Festival: Welcomes film submissions for its upcoming film festival scheduled March 1-5. The competitive film festival accepts entries for short, documentary and feature films on all subject matter. All entries must be postmarked no later than Dec. 9. To submit a film, visit durangofilm.org or withoutabox.com.
El Dorado Fine Arts Gallery: Accepting entries for third annual Early Christmas Art Show, Dec. 5-Jan. 6. Entry forms available by calling 719-634-4075 or e-mail eldoradogallery@adelphia.net. Deadline: Dec. 3-4 for delivery of works.
Fakture Gallery: Seeks new members. 802 Santa Fe Drive, #2, 303-570-0944.
Glenwood Springs Center for the Arts: Need artists for the Arts Holiday Goodies Arts and Crafts Fair. Artists who create jewelry, clothing, artwork, pottery, quilts, food, toys and other holiday items are invited. Deadline: today. 970-945-2414.
Lafayette Entryway Project: Visit cityoflafayette.com/RFP.asp for details. The budget is $40,000. 303-665-5200, ext. 3802. Deadline: Nov. 15.
Sliding Door Gallery: Seeking new members working in any medium for a new Artists’ Collective. Call 303-296-2202 or e-mail pinarello9999@yahoo.com.
Pan African Film Festival: accepting applications for films and videos made by and/or about people of African descent. Filmmaker need not be of African descent. All genres are invited to apply. Feature and short narratives, documentaries and works-in-progress. Deadline: Jan. 31. 303-298-8188,panafricanarts.org.
Sliding Door Gallery: Seeking new members working in any medium for a new Artists’ Collective. Call 303-296-2202 or e-mail pinarello9999@yahoo.com.
Southern Colorado Photography Society: and the Pueblo Art Guild is accepting entries for the “2005 Annual Photography Show” to open Nov. 4 at 1500 N. Santa Fe in Mineral Palace Park in Pueblo. All photographs must be framed, under glass and ready for hanging. Drop off entries noon-4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Entry fees are $2, $5 and $7. Call 719-543-2455 or 719-547-9485 or visit puebloartguild.com for additional entry requirements.
