The Acting Loft Academy of the Performing Arts is holding open call auditions for their upcoming production of Scrooge The Musical on Wednesday, Oct. 1 & 8.

Based on the classic film starring Albert Finney, Scrooge The Musical is an updated musical retelling of the classic Charles Dickens story, A Christmas Carol.

Filled with memorable characters including Ebenezer Scrooge, Bob Cratchit, Tiny Tim, and of course, the ghosts of Christmas past, present and future, and including over twenty high energy musical numbers, Scrooge The Musical is the perfect opportunity for the entire family to participate in a theatrical show together. The Acting Loft is searching for a cast of over 30 performers and encourages entire families to audition. Auditions are open to any performer aged 6 and up.

Those wishing to audition should prepare a short song and a short reading or poem. A brief and simple dance combination will be taught at the audition so performers should come dressed in comfortable clothing that allows easy movement. Auditions will be held at The Acting Loft studios located at 516 Pine Street in Manchester. Those interested in auditioning should call 666-5999 to schedule an audition appointment.

Scrooge The Musical will be directed by Toby Paul, musical directed by Cait Cole and choreographed by Jessica Goodman and will be presented Friday thru Sunday, December 12-14. Scrooge The Musical is part of the Acting Loft's Mainstage series which performs full-scale musical productions for the entire family using live musicians as well as complete sets and costumes and is produced with generous support from William L. Ritchie Jr.

The Acting Loft Academy of the Performing Arts is a not-for-profit performing arts organization dedicated to offering the highest quality theatre arts education and entertainment to children and adults of all ages from the Southern New Hampshire region.