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Some Pig. Humble. Radiant.
These are the words in Charlotte's Web, high up in Zuckerman's barn. Charlotte's spiderweb tells of her feelings for a little pig named Wilbur, who simply wants a friend. They also express the love of a girl named Fern, who saved Wilbur's life when he was born the runt of his litter. But is it enough to save his life again?
A story of hope and determination, Charlotte’s Web is full of laughs, life lessons, and touching moments. E. B. White's Newbery Honor Book is a tender novel of friendship, love, life, and death and this stage adaption perfectly captures its charm and poignancy.
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Based on the book by E.B. White
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Produced by special arrangement with THE DRAMATIC PUBLISHING COMPANY of Woodstock, Illinois.
Important Details
What?
Charlotte's Web
Adapted By Joseph Robinette
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Both human and (speaking) animal characters
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Early 1950’s time period
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Based on a Newbery Honor awarded classic children’s novel
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Explores themes of friendship, determination, change, and hope
Who?
Ages 10 & up can audition
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Ages 12 & up can apply for the crew
Timeline?
Feb. 20th at 6:30pm - Q & A Session
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Mar. 3rd - Auditions
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Mar. 10th through May - Rehearsals, averaging twice weekly over three months
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May 30 & 31 - Four performances
Audition Info
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Video auditionees, please use the fillable PDF. Submit* form & video recording of monologue presentation by 12:30pm on March 3, 2025.
Easy as 1, 2, ready to go!
A little bit about the available characters:
Male Roles:
Homer Zuckerman - middle aged rancher, proud of his pig and a believer of miracles
John Arable - middle aged family man, father of Fern & Avery, has a matter of fact outlook at life and death
Lurvy - the hired hand at the Zuckerman farm, the first to notice the miracle, has a dry sense of humor
Avery Arable - a young boy full of life and often a mischievous streak
Wilbur - a lovable, naive runt of a pig, desperate to live life to its fullest and wants a friend to enjoy it with - he's a main character and is the largest part, though most lines are short
Templeton - a conniving farm rat, cares only for himself, or at least that's what he wants you to believe
Gander - a personable but opinionated male goose. He's dapper and a proud father of new goslings.
Uncle - a pig that is self absorbed and anything but radiant
Narrators - these three individuals guide the viewer along through the story but will also be background actors in crowd scenes
Announcer, Judges, Spectators, Fairgoers - an ensemble of unique characters that bring the world of the play to life
And others
Female Roles:
Fern Arable - a spunky, kind hearted girl who growing up fast. She saves Wilbur and raises him from a runt.
Martha Arable - Fern's mother, a kind but practical woman, concerned for her daughter as she grows up
Edith Zuckerman - down to earth, no nonsense farm wife. She's also proud of the pig and does her part to make sure he wins 1st place
Narrators - these three individuals guide the viewer along through the story but will also be background actors in crowd scenes
Charlotte - an intelligent spider who befriends Wilbur and teaches him about hope, trust, and life
Goose - a self proclaimed leader within the barnyard, proud mother of new goslings and smart but kind
Sheep - a pessimist. she's been on the farm for years and reality sunk in a long time ago
Lamb - full of spunk and pertness, she's quick to point out facts as she sees it
Announcer, Judges, Spectators, Fairgoers - an ensemble of unique characters that bring the world of the play to life
And others
Crew/Tech Info
Making the Magic Happen...
Without lights, sound design, and the other behind the scenes departments, theatre would be pretty plain. But lights don't turn themselves on, mics don't mix themselves, and costumes can't sew themselves - it takes an army of people to make all of this and more into what we call 'theatre magic', so join the army of Ninja's in Black today and help make it happen!
So... ready to be a ninja in black?
Join us behind the scenes to make the magic happen through lights, sound, scene changes, and other departments like props & costumes or hair & makeup. Below is the form to apply. Must be at least 12 years old. Email to onewaytheatreinfo@gmail.com by March 4th.
Audition FAQ
Video Submission
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This audition method is primarily for those who cannot be physically present at auditions. As able, we may add audition time slots depending on participation interest levels.
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Due by: 12:30pm on March 3, 2025.
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Email completed form, a scan or picture of conflict calendar, & video of monologue to onewaytheatreinfo@gmail.com
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If video is too large for email, share via your preferred cloud service. Please email us first so a) we know you're trying to submit, & b) to ensure your preferred method is accessible by us. Thanks!
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Please ignore the page #'s in the fillable PDF, they are messed up, sorry! ;)
How do I join the crew?
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Keep scrolling - registration is now LIVE and can be found on this page.
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What is the 'crew'? Anyone backstage, doing tech (lights, sound, spotlight) or helping in departments like costumes, set, props, etc.
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No need to come to auditions unless you want to drop off your forms physically versus emailing them to us & meet the production staff.
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Mark off March 10 on your calendar - all cast and crew will be called.
When do we pay?
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If you're cast, please bring payment to the first rehearsal.
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This also applies to crew members.
I have a question not answered here..
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Go ahead and ask us here! We truly love your questions and sometimes it helps us catch something we've missed!
How long is the audition?
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Each audition time slot is for 30 minutes HOWEVER, you'll be auditioning along side five other auditionees during that half hour.
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You'll present your chosen monologue, and then do a mix of group activities like reading excerpts of the show, playing an acting game or something similar.
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Plan to stay the whole half hour.
I've never acted before...
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Great! We love working with youth of all theatre experience levels.
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Director tip: Just go for it! Maybe you'll like theatre, maybe you'll LOVE it, and maybe you'll learn new things about life but hopefully you'll at least have fun!
Locations
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Auditions/callbacks/rehearsals:
Christ Covenant Church
3630 County HWY "B",
La Crosse, WI 54601 -
Tech rehearsals/performances:
Hope Community Church
134 E Hamilton St. E,
West Salem, WI 54669
Production Team
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Director/Producer - Joanna Heram
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Senior Stage Manager – Ashley Zietlow
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Stage Management Team – Amber Schroy, Lydia Nesler
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Technical Director – Josiah VanderZee
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Head Costumers – Billie Brown, Bethany Yard
Student Head of Hair Design – Ruth Roths -
Heads of Makeup Design – Elizabeth Fisk, Kelsey Fisk
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Student Props Manager – Bella Steele
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Costume & Set Design – Ashley Zietlow
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Set Chief – Kevin Heram