auditions \Where to try out for roles

ACTORS

“The Emporer’s New Clothes,” “The Nightingale,” and “Seussical, Our Musical.” Auditions are 7-9 April 24 and 10 a.m. to noon April 26 at Kent Trumbull Theatre, 4314 Mahoning Ave. N.W., Warren, for all three shows. (330) 675-8887.

“Les Miserables,” school edition. Boardman Community Theatre at Boardman Performing Arts Center, 7777 Glenwood Ave., Boardman. Auditions are 6 p.m. May 5 for ages 14-19. More information available at www.boardmandramaguild.com. (330) 540-2645.

ACTORS/SINGERS

“South Pacific.” New Castle Playhouse, 212 E. Long Ave., New Castle. Auditions are 6-8 p.m. April 24 and 10 a.m. to noon April 26. Performances July 18-Aug. 3. (724) 657-9369.

SINGERS

Garrettsville Summerfest, JAG Auditorium, Garrettsville. Open-call auditions for idol talent wanted May 4 with semifinals May 18. Finals are June 29. Be prepared to sing for the semifinals and finals. There are three age categories: 8-12 at 1 p.m.; 13-17 at 2 p.m. and 18 and older at 3 p.m. Prizes total $1,500. For official rules visit http://www.garrettsvillesummerfest.com .

MUSICIANS

Cleveland Philharmonic Orchestra. Auditions are ongoing for section strings: violin, viola, cello and bass are being held for the 2007-08 season. Rehearsals are 7:30-10 Thursday at the Tri-C’s Metropolitan Campus Auditorium in downtown Cleveland. Audition requirements are one solo piece and one orchestral excerpt of your choice. Interested players should call the orchestra at (216) 556-1800, or visit www.clevephil.org.

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