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Calls for artists

The Columbian
Published: September 15, 2017, 6:00am

Music

Bravo! Northwest Chorale seeks singers for its 25th anniversary concert season, with performances including Handel’s “Messiah,” Durufle’s “Requiem” and other choral classics. To schedule an audition, contact Maria Manzo, 360-906-0441, or visit www.bravoconcerts.com

Clark College Music Department announces choral auditions for the Women’s Choral Ensemble, Concert Choir and Clark College Chorale. Vocalists are invited to audition for all parts with the three choirs, with auditions scheduled by appointment. Audition dates are Sept. 18, 19, 25 and 26. Auditions include a song of your choice, vocal exercises and sight reading. Contact director Jacob Funk, 360-992-2245 or jfunk@clark.edu

Columbia River Chorus seeks women 16 and older for four-part harmony. The ability to read music is not required. Auditions will be at rehearsals, from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Mondays, Clark College, Beacock Music Hall, 1933 Fort Vancouver Way, Vancouver; 360-887-4927 or www.columbiariverchorus.com

Junior Symphony of Vancouver seeks young musicians of Southwest Washington and Oregon to join the symphony. Open to orchestral and chamber music instruments for those in middle school through college. Auditions are arranged by appointment only, with the application available online. The deadline is Sept. 18. 360-696-4084 or www.oregonchamberplayers.org

Vancouver Community Concert Band seeks all brass, woodwind and percussion players, active and retired. All abilities welcome, no audition required. The volunteer community band, along with its polka band, Dixieland Jazz Band and chamber ensembles, performs regularly around the area. Rehearsals are from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesdays at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 11005 N.E. Highway 99, Vancouver. Beginning band will be offered 6 to 6:30 p.m. www.facebook.com/VCCBand or vanccband@gmail.com

Vancouver Pops Orchestra seeks musicians who play orchestral instruments. The ensemble plays 20 assemblies each year in local grade schools. Rehearsals are from 9 to 11 a.m. Tuesdays. Call or email for information on auditions. Vancouver Heights United Methodist Church, 5701 MacArthur Blvd., Vancouver; 360-253-9557 or davidkinch62@gmail.com

Vancouver USA Singers seek applicants to join the 90-member community choir for its upcoming season of performances, featuring four concerts that will include Brahms’ “Requiem” and “The Music Man.” Auditions will consist of a short song, reading music is required. Email choir director Jana Hart, janahart2007@gmail.com, to schedule an audition.

Art

Friends of Vancouver Community Library seek artists to participate in its Art4Art fundraiser. Each artist will be given an 8 inch by 8 inch wood panel on which to create art. Completed panels are donated back to the library to be sold at the fundraiser. Deadline for returning the panels is Nov. 15. The panels may be picked up at Vancouver Community Library, 901 C St., Vancouver. Please contact the library at 360-906-5000 for more information.

Stevenson Community Library seeks submission for its annual Artists of the Gorge juried exhibition. Open to all artists ages 18 and older of the Columbia Gorge, from the Dalles to Washougal. Entries must be recent, original works, with a maximum of two entries. Submit entries by Sept. 16 to the Stevenson Community Library, 120 N.W. Vancouver Ave., Stevenson during regular hours, or by mail. 509-427-5471 or www.fvrl.org/artists-gorge

Theater

FM Players seeks actors to fullfil roles for men and women, ages 25 to 45, for the upcoming December production of “The Curious Savage,” by John Patrick. Auditions will be held 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Sept. 19 and 20 at Vancouver First United Methodist Church, 401 E. 33rd St., Vancouver. For more information, contact Tim Luke, 360-450-8036 or tim.luke@comcast.net.

Magenta Theater seeks actors for its December production of “It’s a Wonderful Life,” featuring roles for 10 women, 12 men and four children. Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script. Participants are required to bring a headshot and acting resume. Auditions will be held 6:30 p.m. Sept. 15 at the theater, 1108 Main St., Vancouver. www.magentatheater.com

Dance

Imago Theatre seeks dancers, 18 or older, for the dance/theatre production “The Piece,” with Thursday, Saturday and Sunday evening performances Dec. 1-23. Auditions are 10:30 a.m. Sept. 16 and 23; and 6 p.m. Sept. 27. For information, email jerry@imagotheatre.com

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