Tahoe Arts Project is bringing the Missoula Children’s Theater back to Tahoe from Oct. 23-28.

Auditions for the production of ‘Beauty Lou and the Country Beast” are Oct. 23 at South Tahoe Middle School’s multipurpose room from 4-6pm. Those auditioning should arrive at 4pm and plan to stay for the full two hours.

Some of the cast members will be asked to stay for a rehearsal immediately following the audition.

There are roles for up to 60 children. Among the roles to be cast are Beauty Lou, Imaginary Friend, Beast, Dusty and Slim the farmhands, Fleabite Clyde the dog, the Younger Daughters, the Older Daughters, the Country Folk and the Barnyard Critters. 

Assistant directors will also be cast to aid in rehearsals throughout the week, and to take on essential backstage responsibilities. Students in kindergarten (must be 5) through 12th grade may audition. No advance preparation is necessary. There is a possibility that not everyone who auditions will be cast.

Rehearsals will take place all week from 4-8:30pm, depending on the role. All children who are cast must be able to attend all rehearsals for their role.

“Beauty Lou and the Country Beast” will be presented on Oct. 28 at South Tahoe High School theater at 3 and 5:30pm. Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for children and seniors.

Auditions are free. If cast, there will be a fee of $50 per child to participate. A limited number of scholarships are available. For more info, call Peggy Blowney at 530.542.3632.