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Registration will be open from Monday, November 3rd at 9:00am until Friday, November 7th at 9:00pm.

You can also find the Registration Form from under My Account > My Forms/Paperwork.

 

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The Bishop Play is returning this year and celebrating its 25th Anniversary with Matilda Jr! We are welcoming back the talented children’s theatre director Sarah Morrison Zietman and choreographer Lucy Morrison to direct this year’s production. The play is a huge undertaking and requires a lot of coordination between our directorial staff, the parent community and PTO, Bishop staff and administration, and Bright Start. This year, the play will again be open to Bishop students in grades 1 through 5.

Details on ways to participate and costs are below. If you have any questions, please email thebishopplay@gmail.com.


Ways to Participate:

  • Students in grades 1, 2, and 3 can register to participate in an ensemble role
  • Students in grades 4-5 can register to:
    • Audition for a leading/larger role
    • Participate in an ensemble role (no audition required)
    • Participate in Tech Ensemble (new! and different from past years)
    • Please see notes from the directors at the bottom of this message for more information about these options!

Cost:

  • $75 for grades 4-5
  • $60 for grade 3
  • $50 for grade 2
  • $40 for grade 1 
  • Scholarships are available for any families in need; please contact Ms. Liner. 

Key Dates:

  • Mandatory Parent/Caregiver Meeting (virtual): Thursday, November 20th at 7:00pm 
  • Auditions for Grades 4-5: Wednesday, November 12th from 1:15-3:30
  • Call Backs for Grades 4-5: Friday, November 14th from 2:45-4:45
  • Rehearsals: Wednesdays 1:15-3:30 (Cast A) or Fridays 2:45-5:00 (Cast B) 
    • Grades 4-5 will start rehearsing in November 
    • Grade 3 will start rehearsing in early January 
    • Grades 1 and 2 will start rehearsing in mid-late January (subject to change)
  • Mandatory Dress Rehearsal: Saturday, March 14th, 11:00-2:00 (Cast A), 2:00-5:00 (Cast B)
  • Performance Weekend March 20th-22nd
    • Cast A Performances are Friday, March 20th at 7:00pm and Saturday, March 21st at 2:00pm
    • Cast B Performances are Saturday, March 21st at 6:00pm and Sunday, March 22nd at 2:00pm
    • Call times are up to 90 minutes before the show begins

Notes from the Directors about Options for 4th and 5th Graders:

 

Audition: Students will come to one of two audition slots in November where they will learn part of a dance from the show and sing some songs from the show. Some students will be invited to callbacks where they will dance, sing and act out a scene with a script in hand. The directors will guide students through the process and are looking for enthusiasm and expression! Students who audition are eligible for a leading role, a smaller speaking role or a solo. They should be prepared to attend most rehearsals, including all December rehearsals.

 

Ensemble: Students who choose to be in the Ensemble do not need to audition. They will be cast in group numbers where they will sing and dance as part of the larger cast. Ensemble members typically do not have their own lines or solos but are essential to the musical’s energy and storytelling. The ensemble should expect to attend rehearsal regularly, including several December rehearsals and all rehearsals for their assigned scenes and songs. 

 

Tech-Ensemble: This year, we are excited to offer a new Tech-Ensemble option for 4th and 5th graders. Students in Tech-Ensemble will not audition but will begin rehearsals in December alongside the Ensemble.

 

Members of Tech-Ensemble will learn the show’s songs and dances so they are familiar with the music, timing and transitions. At some rehearsals, Tech-Ensemble will help build and paint set pieces, create props, practice moving set pieces and assist with other backstage roles. 

 

During the performances, Tech-Ensemble students may appear on stage in ensemble numbers and/or assist backstage with scene changes and distributing specific props. If a student decides they do not want to perform on stage, they will still participate by singing backstage with other cast members.

 

Students should understand that technical roles (such as running the spotlight or pulling the curtain) are not guaranteed and will only be assigned to those who demonstrate strong responsibility, reliability and focus throughout all rehearsals. Participation in Tech-Ensemble will be limited to approximately 10 students per cast to ensure meaningful involvement for everyone.


Questions? Please email thebishopplay@gmail.com