Gigi auditions this week

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Green Valley Recreation’s theatrical group, Valley Players, will be auditioning actors and singers for the March musical production of “Gigi” on Monday and Tuesday at 6 p.m. at the West Center, 1111 Via Arco Iris.

“Gigi” will be directed by Regina Ford and assisted by Roberta Konen, with musical direction by Mary Lou Catania. Performance dates are March 10-14.

Auditions are open to all Green Valley Recreation members. Non-members may audition and will be considered if show cannot be cast from within GVR.

Those auditioning will be asked to sing and read. Auditioners are asked to bring their own sheet music if possible. Otherwise, music will be provided. No tapes, CDs or pre-recorded music.

“Gigi” has been underwritten by a grant from the Green Valley Arts and Crafts Association.

“Gigi” is a musical with a book and lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner and music by Frederick Loewe. It is based on a novel and 1958 hit musical film of the same name.

The story concerns Gigi, a wild teenaged girl living in Paris at the turn of the 20th century. She is being groomed as a courtesan in her family’s tradition. Before she is deemed ready for her social debut, she encounters the bon vivant bachelor Gaston Lachaille, who becomes captivated by her as she is transformed into a charmingly poised young lady.

The original Broadway production, produced by Edwin Lester in 1973 won the Tony Award for best score.

“Gigi” is presented through special arrangement with and all authorized performance materials are supplied by Tams-Witmark Library Inc. Contact Regina Ford at 547-9740 for more info or questions.

rford@gvnews.com