tag:www.projectdaydream.com,2010://1 2010-03-10T16:40:29Z Project DayDream is a performing arts company servicing Metropolitan Detroit communities. Through our programs, services, and productions, we foster the development of creativity and performance techniques while nurturing leadership, community, and service skills in children and young adults. Movable Type 3.34 tag:www.projectdaydream.com,2010://1.122 2010-03-10T16:25:42Z 2010-03-10T16:40:29Z

Project DayDream AIDA Audition Workshop Eligibility: Teens and young adults ages 12-21 Date: Sunday, March 21, 2010 Time: 2:30p.m.-5:15p.m. Cost: Cost: $40.00per person Location:: The Unitarian Church of Birmingham-- Located on Woodward Avenue, north of Lone Pine Road, in Bloomfield...

Tiffany http://www.projectdaydream.com This workshop is designed to help prepare actors/singers/dancers for our upcoming auditions! To assist performers in the audition process, the Directing Team will share audition advice that will be helpful for any audition. The workshop will include information on managing stage fright; remaining calm, collected, and confident; giving your best performance; maintaining flexibility; listening for what the director is looking for as well as vocal coaching and singing advice. ]]> This workshop is open to anyone interested in auditioning AIDA and/or future productions!! Registration: For maximum benefit, the workshop will be limited to the first 30 participants. To enroll, email: audition@daydreaminc.net Remember-- The workshop will be limited to the first 30 participants. Register TODAY!!!]]> tag:www.projectdaydream.com,2010://1.121 2010-02-26T18:27:14Z 2010-03-04T23:21:38Z

It is written in the stars for you to audition for our upcoming musical, Aida! Playing July 8-11, 2010 at Birmingham Groves High School Auditions are scheduled for the weekend of April 16, 2010 Audition Reservations are now open. Email...

Tiffany http://www.projectdaydream.com It is written in the stars for you to audition for our upcoming musical, Aida! Playing July 8-11, 2010 at Birmingham Groves High School Auditions are scheduled for the weekend of April 16, 2010 Audition Reservations are now open. Email us today for an appointment: audition@daydreaminc.net Note: The morning of Saturday, April 17, 2010 is the only audition date available to students ages 8-12 Please thoroughly read all 6 blog entries (see below) regarding production and audition details before requesting an audition appointment. 1. General Information 2. Attendance/Conflict Policy 3. Production Details 4. Audition Details 5. Character List 6. College Student Discount SAVE THE DATE: Aida Audition Workshop -- March 21, 2010 ~We will post additional details soon~ ]]> tag:www.projectdaydream.com,2010://1.114 2010-02-26T18:26:14Z 2010-02-26T19:25:30Z

Our summer internship program offers students a hands-on opportunity to learn about the operations of a theater and arts education organization. We are always looking for smart, motivated people to join our team. Send us your résumé and a...

Tiffany http://www.projectdaydream.com Our summer internship program offers students a hands-on opportunity to learn about the operations of a theater and arts education organization. We are always looking for smart, motivated people to join our team. Send us your résumé and a cover letter telling us why you're interested in Project DayDream. College and graduate student interns can arrange to receive credit and may choose to complete a project in conjunction with their internship with the approval of Project DayDream’s management, and we can work around your class schedule. High school seniors are also eligible to apply! Please note: Project DayDream does not provide housing or financial compensation for interns. ]]> Artistic Intern: Project DayDream seeks an Artistic Intern to join our team. Interns will report directly to the Artistic Director. An excellent opportunity to gain experience in the performing arts and be an active player in our DayDream family. Interns must be organized, computer proficient in MS Office software, able to multi-task, and possess the ability to function with a wide range of personalities and age ranges. The position requires working with youth, teens and young adults while assisting in rehearsals, classes and events. College credit is available. If interested, please send cover letter and résumé (with availability) to admin@daydreaminc.net (subject: Artistic Intern). Education Intern: Project DayDream is seeking Education Interns to support DayDream’s arts education work through arts administration and/or direct teaching artist opportunities. In addition to providing hands-on assistance and observation of our Education Programs, interns will learn how to create, manage and produce effective theater programming for youth. Interns are expected to have a commitment to theater and education, provide administrative support to the Education staff, be well organized, have strong attention to detail and demonstrate computer proficiency. College credit and fieldwork hours available. To apply, please email résumé and cover letter to admin@daydreaminc.net (subject: Education Intern). ]]> tag:www.projectdaydream.com,2010://1.113 2010-02-26T18:25:14Z 2010-02-26T19:27:01Z

Casting Call: Looking for CHOREOGRAPHERS from the Metro Detroit Area specializing in Modern, Contemporary, Jazz, Ballet, African, and Belly Dancing. PLEASE SEND HEAD SHOT, RESUME AND FOOTAGE OF A DANCE ROUTINE THAT YOU HAVE CHOREOGRAPHED!!!! Please submit by March 12,...

Tiffany http://www.projectdaydream.com Casting Call: Looking for CHOREOGRAPHERS from the Metro Detroit Area specializing in Modern, Contemporary, Jazz, Ballet, African, and Belly Dancing. PLEASE SEND HEAD SHOT, RESUME AND FOOTAGE OF A DANCE ROUTINE THAT YOU HAVE CHOREOGRAPHED!!!! Please submit by March 12, 2010 via email: admin@daydreaminc.net ]]> tag:www.projectdaydream.com,2010://1.115 2010-02-17T22:17:09Z 2010-03-05T17:18:18Z

Dream Players Productions' summer 2010 musical: Elton John and Tim Rice’s Aida! Aida is a contemporary musical take on the grand classic tale of the love between a soldier and an enslaved princess – a love that condemns them to...

Tiffany http://www.projectdaydream.com Dream Players Productions' summer 2010 musical: Elton John and Tim Rice’s Aida! Aida is a contemporary musical take on the grand classic tale of the love between a soldier and an enslaved princess – a love that condemns them to death, but ultimately transcends the vast cultural differences between the two warring nations, heralding an unprecedented time of peace and prosperity. With a pop-rock score that features stirring ballads and rousing choral numbers, this show requires a cast of motivated and dedicated performers to carry the dramatic narrative of a love formed through the hostility of warfare. Elton John and Tim Rice’s AIDA is a modern crowd pleaser that embraces multi-cultural casting and exuberant dancing, staging and singing. Our program is designed to accommodate both seasoned performers and students who are new to the stage. Performers of all ethnicities are strongly encouraged to audition. Casting is completely open—meaning we will consider all performers (regardless of race) for every role!!! This is a tuition-based educational theatre program. Students ages 8-21 are eligible to audition. Show Dates: July 8-11, 2010 at Birmingham Groves High School Students 13-21 are eligible to audition on April 16 & 17, 2010 Students 8-12 are eligible to audition on April 17, 2010 Callbacks are scheduled for Sunday, April 18, 2010 DO NOT REQUEST AN AUDITION APPOINTMENT UNTIL YOU READ EACH BLOG POSTING Audition Location: Birmingham Groves High School Schedule Conflicts: Please thoroughly read our Summer Conflict Policy. If you are unable to attend every single mandatory rehearsal, please do not audition for the production. Before attending our audition session—please thoroughly read each AIDA posting listed on this site.]]> tag:www.projectdaydream.com,2010://1.116 2010-02-17T22:16:09Z 2010-03-04T23:32:33Z

DREAM PLAYERS PRODUCTIONS' CONFLICT POLICY We strongly recommend that you plan your extended family vacation after the show is over. It is very difficult to produce a quality show if we have numerous cast members missing a lot of rehearsals...

Tiffany http://www.projectdaydream.com DREAM PLAYERS PRODUCTIONS' CONFLICT POLICY We strongly recommend that you plan your extended family vacation after the show is over. It is very difficult to produce a quality show if we have numerous cast members missing a lot of rehearsals due to summer vacations. The staff does not have time to re-teach blocking and dances that they have missed. Part of Dream Players Productions commitment to you is to provide a positive learning experience and this is difficult to accomplish if attendance is poor. Every cast member is important and there is a hole when they are missing. Please read our conflict policy and look at the dates we have posted in order to make a well-informed decision before participating in one of our summer productions. ]]> Please Note: Mandatory Rehearsals during the Fourth of July Weekend!!!! ALL PUBLISHED REHEARSAL TIMES AND DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. Rehearsals will begin: The week of April 18, 2010 ALL PARTICIPANTS are required to attend dress rehearsal every night of performance week. These rehearsals are vital for everyone in the company – please do not have your child audition if they are unable to attend. Mandatory Rehearsals, Dress Rehearsals and Performances are: June 18, 19, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30 July 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 WE WILL NOT ACCEPT ANY CONFLICTS ON ANY OF THESE DAYS. We anticipate rehearsals running well into the evening the week of the show. ATTENDANCE/CONFLICT POLICY DETAILS 1. We require you to submit all conflicts during the auditions. 2. All conflicts must be handed in by the last night of callbacks. 3. Additional conflicts or new conflicts are considered unexcused absences, and may lead to being dropped from the show. 3a. If a performer is forced to withdraw because of too many conflicts, no tuition will be refunded. 4. We accept two unexcused absences and we do keep track of unexcused absences. 5. We reserve the right to not cast a participant if that person has an excessive number of conflicts. 6. Participants may have NO conflicts during technical weeks (the last two and a half weeks of rehearsals before the show opens.) ]]> tag:www.projectdaydream.com,2010://1.117 2010-02-17T22:15:09Z 2010-03-04T23:39:30Z

• Parent/Cast Orientation: TBD • Audition Reservations: Open (via email only) Email: audition@daydreaminc.net • Fee: Participants who are cast will pay a $225* production fee. Tuition is non-refundable. • ADDITIONAL FEES (most are optional): --Merchandise (cast t-shirts/sweatpants/bags, etc.) --Cast Retreat...

Tiffany http://www.projectdaydream.com Cast Retreat (not optional) --Show tickets --Field trips --Costume accessories/shoes (not optional) --Cast Party These and other ancillary costs are not included in the tuition fee. •Parent Volunteer Hours are REQUIRED for all parents with children currently in elementary, middle or high school. Children of parents who fail to volunteer for both a pre-production duty and show duty will be dismissed from the cast. Tuition is non-refundable. • Performance location: Birmingham Groves High School • ALL ROLES ARE ANNOUNCED DURING THE PARENT/CAST MEETING • *Please see AIDA College Student Discount Posting for details regarding reduced tuition fee for full time college students.]]> tag:www.projectdaydream.com,2010://1.118 2010-02-17T22:14:09Z 2010-03-04T23:44:08Z

Auditions are scheduled for: April 16 & 17, 2010 (students ages 13-21) April 17, 2010 (students ages 8-12) Audition Callbacks: April 18, 2010 Audition Location: TBD (Birmingham/Bloomfield Hills area) Parents of performers 18 and younger (elementary, middle and high school)...

Tiffany http://www.projectdaydream.com Auditions are scheduled for: April 16 & 17, 2010 (students ages 13-21) April 17, 2010 (students ages 8-12) Audition Callbacks: April 18, 2010 Audition Location: TBD (Birmingham/Bloomfield Hills area) Parents of performers 18 and younger (elementary, middle and high school) are required to attend a short meeting at the start of auditions. We will not allow students to audition if a parent/legal guardian is unable to attend the meeting. What To Prepare (PLEASE READ CAREFULLY!) 1. Please prepare a legitimate musical piece (i.e. Musical Theatre, Folk, Gospel or Disney) that shows your vocal range, musicality and dramatic ability. 1a. VERY IMPORTANT: Please NO selections from "Hannah Montana", "High School Musical," or “Part of Your World” from “The Little Mermaid”. NEW: You are allowed to sing selections from "Wicked" or “Spring Awakening” if you are 15 years or older. Please do not prepare a song from the musical, Aida, or from Disney's Beauty and the Beast. 2. VERY IMPORTANT: Please plan on performing your musical selection with the same amount of acting with which you rehearse and perform a monologue or scene. 3. Bring your sheet music (w/full piano accompaniment) with you. 4. An accompanist will be provided.Performing to recorded music or a capella is strictly prohibited.5. Please dress for movement. For the dance portion of the audition please have soft tennis shoes, ballet/character/jazz shoes available. 6. REQUIRED:Bring a headshot (regardless if you’ve auditioned for us in the past). This does not need to be a professionally-taken headshot. The photo should be a 8”x10” and a current portrait-type shot of your face. Make sure you are the only one in the picture. The photo will not be returned to you. Please write your full name on the back of your 8”x10” photo. 7. Arrive 15 minutes before your audition appointment. 8. PLEASE NOTE: The entire audition process will take approximately 1 to 3 hours. Local Sheet Music resources: --Royal Music in Royal Oak --Annie’s Music in Rochester ADVICE: Please do not wait until the last minute to order your music online and/or from a local store. It often takes a couple of weeks for shipping. Also—we strongly suggest practicing/reviewing your sheet music with a pianist before your audition. Do not assume the CD/Radio version of your song is the same as your sheet music. Hearing the sheet music version of a song for the first time during an actual audition will not allow you to perform at your best!!! Online Sheet Music Resources: --JW Pepper Music online --www.sheetmusicplus.com --www.amazon.com About Audition Call Backs Receiving a Call Back does not guarantee a part in the show, nor does not being Called Back mean you didn’t get a part. Audition Call Backs for “AIDA” are scheduled for April 18, 2010 Call backs are usually a minimum of 4 hours and can last up to 8 hours. IMPORTANT: IF YOU RECEIVE A CALLBACK--YOU MUST BE ABLE TO ATTEND THE ENTIRE CALL BACK SESSION. FLEXIBILITY & PATIENCE ARE A MUST DURING OUR CALLBACK SESSION. IF YOU RECEIVE A CALLBACK AND ARE UNABLE TO ATTEND--WE WILL NOT BE ABLE TO ACCOMMODATE A SEPARATE CALL BACK TIME FOR YOU. Appointment Details • Auditions are by appointment only. • Appointment requests are available VIA EMAIL ONLY! • EMAIL: audition@daydreaminc.net FOR STUDENTS AGES 8-12 Please email us with the following information: FULL NAME: STUDENTS EMAIL ADDRESS: AGE (as of this very moment): GRADE (2009/2010 semester): SCHOOL: HOME PHONE NUMBER: PARENT(S) NAME: PARENTS EMAIL ADDRESS: AUDITION CALL NOTIFICATION (Friend, School, Newspaper, PD email, Audition Website, etc.): We will contact you, via email, within 7-12 days with a confirmed time and additional audition details. FOR STUDENTS AGES 13-21 Please email us with the following information: FULL NAME: STUDENTS EMAIL ADDRESS: AGE (as of this very moment): Preferred audition date--April 16th or April 17th: GRADE (2009/2010 semester): SCHOOL: HOME PHONE NUMBER: PARENT(S) NAME: PARENTS EMAIL ADDRESS: AUDITION CALL NOTIFICATION (Friend, School, Newspaper, PD email, Audition Website, etc.): We will contact you, via email, within 7-12 days with a confirmed time and additional audition details. ]]> tag:www.projectdaydream.com,2010://1.119 2010-02-17T22:13:09Z 2010-03-04T23:46:02Z

Performers of all ethnicities are strongly encouraged to audition. Casting is completely open -- meaning we will consider all performers (regardless of race) for every role!!!...

Tiffany http://www.projectdaydream.com Performers of all ethnicities are strongly encouraged to audition. Casting is completely open -- meaning we will consider all performers (regardless of race) for every role!!! ]]> • AIDA A beautiful Nubian Princess, daughter of King Amonasro, who truly loves her people and will sacrifice everything for their happiness. • AMNERIS A beautiful, if materialistic, Egyptian Princess, daughter of the Pharaoh. • AMONASRO King of Nubia and father of Aida. An honorable and peaceful man. • MEREB (Role open to male and female actors) A young Nubian slave and servant to Radames, who is faithful to his/her Nubian heritage and dreams of a better life for his/her people. • NEHEBKA A featured Nubian slave. Best friend to Aida. • PHARAOH Leader of Egypt and father of Amneris. • RADAMES A handsome, Egyptian Captain, son of Zoser, who enjoys the adventures of war without realizing its devastation. He is a good man who wants to be a better man. • ZOSER A manipulative and evil Chief Minister of Egypt, father of Radames. He is power-hungry and lives without scruples. • Ensemble Actors, Dancers and Singers to play multiple roles including Palace Servants, Egyptian Soldiers, Ministers, Nubian Women, Women of The Palace, Egyptian Courtiers and more!!!]]> tag:www.projectdaydream.com,2010://1.120 2010-02-17T22:12:09Z 2010-03-04T23:47:58Z

Current (2009/2010 school year) full-time college students 21 years or younger are eligible to audition for Aida. If cast, college students are eligible to pay a reduced tuition fee of $150....

Tiffany http://www.projectdaydream.com Current (2009/2010 school year) full-time college students 21 years or younger are eligible to audition for Aida. If cast, college students are eligible to pay a reduced tuition fee of $150. Requirements: • Full-time student attending an accredited college, university or community college. • If cast, Project DayDream will verify your enrollment status before extending you the discount. • This discount does not apply to current high school seniors (2009/2010 school year) currently enrolled in college for next year. New Rules for Summer 2010: • In exchange for the discount, students must complete a minimum of 25 volunteer hours for Project DayDream. Students may volunteer in multiple areas including costumes, set and administrative work. • Students will pay the full $225 tuition fee at the start of the production and receive a $75 reimbursement once all volunteer hours are completed. ]]> tag:www.projectdaydream.com,2010://1.112 2010-02-04T22:18:09Z 2010-02-15T17:58:15Z

It is with great pride that the creative staff of Project DayDream announce that PDD's founder and artistic director, Tiffany Victoria Sims, is 2010's first recipient of Magic 105.1's "Women Who Make Magic" Award. The 9th Annual "Women Who Make...

Tiffany http://www.projectdaydream.com Tiffany Victoria Sims, is 2010's first recipient of Magic 105.1's "Women Who Make Magic" Award. The 9th Annual "Women Who Make Magic" spotlights women in the community who have done something magical. The announcement was made live on Jim Harper's Magic Morning Show on Friday, February 5th. Tiffany will receive her award at the Women Who Make Magic Awards Dinner in June. Congratulations, Tiffany, on this well deserved honor for all you have done to enrich the lives of children, young adults and their families through the arts!]]> tag:www.projectdaydream.com,2010://1.111 2010-01-20T15:33:04Z 2010-02-11T00:05:45Z

Dream Players Productions NEW SUMMER MUSICAL FOR 2010---- Elton John and Tim Rice’s AIDA!!! Elton John and Tim Rice’s AIDA is a contemporary musical take on the grand classic tale of the love between a soldier and an enslaved princess...

Tiffany http://www.projectdaydream.com Dream Players Productions NEW SUMMER MUSICAL FOR 2010---- Elton John and Tim Rice’s AIDA!!! Elton John and Tim Rice’s AIDA is a contemporary musical take on the grand classic tale of the love between a soldier and an enslaved princess – a love that condemns them to death, but ultimately transcends the vast cultural differences between the two warring nations, heralding an unprecedented time of peace and prosperity. With a pop-rock score that features stirring ballads and rousing choral numbers, this show requires a cast of motivated and dedicated performers to carry the dramatic narrative of a love formed through the hostility of warfare. Elton John and Tim Rice’s AIDA is a modern crowd pleaser that embraces multi-cultural casting and exuberant dancing, staging and singing. Our program is designed to accommodate both seasoned performers and students who are new to the stage. Performers of all ethnicities are strongly encouraged to audition. Casting is completely open—meaning we will consider all performers (regardless of race) for every role!!! Students ages 8-21 are eligible to audition. Visit our website often for additional audition and production details. Auditions are scheduled for the weekend of April 16, 2010!! Audition appointments are via email only. Audition Reservations begin Monday, March 1, 2010. Email: audition@daydreaminc.net Show Dates: July 8-11, 2010 (Mandatory Rehearsals during the Fourth of July Weekend) All Dates are subject to change. Please Note: This is a tuition-based educational theatre program. ]]> tag:www.projectdaydream.com,2009://1.105 2009-11-21T02:32:22Z 2010-01-05T22:15:19Z

Music Department Audition Call-- DREAM SINGERS & THE GIRLS VOCAL ENSEMBLE 2010 AUDITION CALL: OPEN!!! Email us today for an appointment!!! Dream Singers Vocal Ensemble --Students in 5th through 7th grade are eligible to audition!!! The Girls Vocal Ensemble--Girls 7th...

Tiffany http://www.projectdaydream.com Dream Singers Vocal Ensemble --Students in 5th through 7th grade are eligible to audition!!! The Girls Vocal Ensemble--Girls 7th grade through 12th grade are eligible to audition!!! Email us today for an audition appointment: sing@daydreaminc.net Dream Singers Vocal Ensemble Rehearsals are scheduled for Tuesday evenings beginning January 12, 2010 The Girls Vocal Ensemble Rehearsals are scheduled for Thursday evenings beginning January 14 2010 ]]> The Project DayDream Vocal Ensemble program is designed for singers who seek an interactive music program. The singers develop advanced musical skills and perform a wide variety of exciting music in several languages. In addition to group instruction, members receive individual instruction with the Director. Audition Requirements The audition process for the vocal program is simple. Our auditions are a forum to get acquainted with you, hear your voice, and determine your placement in our program. Choose a solo that you like. Songs need not be complicated; we just want to hear you singing something you enjoy & demonstrates your voice. Your solo can be from a musical, a folk song or an art song. Please provide a copy of the sheet music for the accompanist. Auditions are by appointment. Contact our office today—email: sing@daydreaminc.net; SUBJECT LINE: VOCAL AUDITION tag:www.projectdaydream.com,2009://1.91 2009-09-02T01:35:05Z 2009-09-02T01:40:08Z

Created in 2006, this select vocal ensemble is quickly gaining the reputation of being one of the best youth ensembles in the Detroit area! The Girls’ Ensemble is available for: private parties, receptions, weddings, conferences, conventions, festivals, parades, jointly with...

Tiffany http://www.projectdaydream.com Created in 2006, this select vocal ensemble is quickly gaining the reputation of being one of the best youth ensembles in the Detroit area! The Girls’ Ensemble is available for: private parties, receptions, weddings, conferences, conventions, festivals, parades, jointly with other groups, or full-length concerts of our own. We prefer a minimum of 3-6 weeks advance notice, and may need more time to learn special requests. The earlier you reserve, the more we can tailor our performance to your event! Rates are negotiable. Availability depends on time of year and performance schedule load. Please call us today for additional details—248.219.7644 or email us: info@daydreaminc.net; SUBJECT LINE: Vocal Music Department. tag:www.projectdaydream.com,2009://1.83 2009-08-03T16:16:21Z 2009-08-03T16:17:36Z

NEW JOB OPENINGS!!!! IMMEDIATELY SEEKING DRAMA, VOCAL, DANCE and ART TEACHERS FOR OUR 2009/2010 SEMESTERS!!! SUBMIT AN APPLICATION TODAY!! DESCRIPTION: Do you have teaching experience? Do you wish to pass on the value of the arts to children and adults?...

Tiffany http://www.projectdaydream.com NEW JOB OPENINGS!!!! IMMEDIATELY SEEKING DRAMA, VOCAL, DANCE and ART TEACHERS FOR OUR 2009/2010 SEMESTERS!!! SUBMIT AN APPLICATION TODAY!! DESCRIPTION: Do you have teaching experience? Do you wish to pass on the value of the arts to children and adults? Project DayDream is looking for artists with creative ideas, a professional attitude, good communication skills and flexible schedules. Do you have the expertise to teach children, youth and adults about puppetry, theatre, dance, music, storytelling, poetry, visual arts, murals, crafts, quilting, ceramics or something new? Project DayDream is currently seeking new teachers for our 09/10 fall, winter, spring & summer sessions. Project DayDream delivers performing arts education and outreach programs to children and adults in a variety of settings, including schools and community organizations.]]> Project DayDream hires artist to teach a variety of arts related classes. Programs include short and long term residencies, workshops, classes, camps and professionally staged performances. Our programs service families all over the metropolitan Detroit area. Selection and placement are based on experience and a comprehensive interview process. Artists work on a contract basis with Project DayDream. Fingerprinting will be required. Immediate Openings for FALL/WINTER 09/10 PROGRAMS: Drama Teachers Vocal Teachers Dance Instructors/Choreographers Literary Specialist Visual Arts Specialist Send, or email your teaching and performing resumes and a brief cover letter to: Project DayDream ATTN: TEACHERS Post Office Box 213 Birmingham, MI 48012 Email: admin@daydreaminc.net PLEASE NOTE: We prefer email submissions!!! WE ARE LOOKING TO FILL THESE POSITIONS ASAP!!! PLEASE DO NOT CONTACT OUR OFFICE VIA PHONE!!!