2027 DANCE CONCERT │ CHARLOTTE'S WEB - SPELLING BEE - ANXIETY & ME (ArtsReach Tour)
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The 2027 UNH Dance Company Concert
UNH Ballet Auditions – September 8
September 8 from 5:00-8:00pm in the Newman Dance Studio, New Hampshire Hall.
- The Ballet Company presents a blend of traditional classical ballet and contemporary/experimental dance. Pointe shoes are optional and students with any dance background are welcome to audition.
- Fill out an audition form here (fill out online) prior to the audition date.
- QUESTIONS: Contact Prof. Assaf Benchetrit at assaf.benchetriit@unh.edu.
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UNH Jazz & Tap Company Auditions – September 9
Newman Dance Studio: New Hampshire Hall, Room G60
Ready to perform, grow as an artist, and become part of a dance community that becomes family? The JTA (Jazz/Tap/Aerial) Dance Company is dedicated to balancing technique, chasing artistry and creating community in a contemporary, jazz, tap and aerial based performance company.
Dancers may audition for Jazz, Tap, or BOTH. Even if you have more experience in one style than the other, we strongly encourage you to try out for both genres.
Auditions: September 9
- 5:30 p.m – Studio opens for warm-up
- 6:00–7:15 p.m – Jazz Audition
- 7:15–8:15 p.m – Tap Audition
What to Wear: Please wear a leotard, dance shorts, or appropriate dance attire. Audition combinations will be taught during each audition, so no advance preparation is necessary.
Before You Arrive: Please print and complete the audition form by hand before the audition date.
- thda-audition_form_jta.pdf (114.24 KB)
The Dance Concert will be performed 2/24/27 - 2/28/27.
Questions? Contact Prof. Mary Beth Marino at Mary.Marino@unh.edu.
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JOINT AUDITIONS
Charlotte's Web / The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee / Anxiety & Me
AUDITION REQUIREMENTS:
An initial video audition is required. Callbacks will be done in person.
If you are auditioning for just the non-musicals, include:
- One 60 sec comedic monologue
If you are auditioning for both the musical and at least one non-musical OR Spelling Bee ONLY, include:
- One 16-32 bar cut in the style of the show (or from the show)
- One 60 second comedic story about your childhood as your younger self
If you are auditioning for ONLY the ArtsReach Tour (Anxiety & Me)
- One 60 sec comedic monologue
CLICK HERE TO COMPLETE THE AUDITION FORM
DEADLINE: October 19, 2026
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CHARLOTTE'S WEB
Adapted by Joseph Robinette. Based on the book by E.B. White
Directed by Raina Ames
For access to the script, contact Raina.Ames@unh.edu
INITIAL VIDEO AUDITIONS: October 19
CALLBACKS: Sunday, October 25 (6-11pm)
CASTING: 7 male roles / 7 female roles / 5 roles that could be any gender (most actors play multiple characters)
REHEARSALS: at least 3 rehearsals prior to winter break; 2/1/27-4/14/27, 5-6 days/week
PERFORMANCE DATES: 4/15/26-4/18/26 at 7pm; 4/19/26 at 2pm
STRIKE: approx. 4-8pm immediately following the closing performance
DESCRIPTION: Based on the classic book by E.B. White, Charlotte’s Web tells the story of an unlikely friendship between a livestock pig, a barn spider, and a farm girl who understands what animals say to each other. Determined to save Wilbur from his horrible fate, Charlotte begins her clever campaign by writing endorsements for Wilbur in her web. With Wilbur’s life on the line and only Charlotte and Fern fighting for him, the trio’s friendship, courage, and self-sacrifice is put to the test.
THE 25th ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE
Music & Lyrics by William Finn
Book by Rachel Sheinkin
Conceived byRebecca Feldman
Additional Material by Jay Reiss
Originally Directed on Broadway by James Lapine
Directed and Music Directed by Emily Zentis
INITIAL VIDEO AUDITIONS: October 19
HERE is a link to my casting breakdown.
CALLBACKS: Monday, October 26 (6-11pm)
HERE is a link to callback materials
HERE is a link to the vocal score
HERE is a link to the libretto
REHEARSALS: (5-6 days/week, Saturday’s always off)
PERFORMANCE DATES: April 28-30, 7pm; May 1, 2pm & 7pm; May 2, 2pm.
STRIKE: May 2, immediately following the closing performance.
DESCRIPTION: An eclectic group of six tweenagers vie for the spelling championship of a lifetime. While candidly disclosing hilarious and touching stories from their home lives, the students spell their way through a series of (potentially made-up) words, hoping never to hear the soul-crushing, pout-inducing “ding” of the bell that signals a spelling mistake. Six spellers enter; one speller leaves a champion! At least the losers get a juice box. A riotous ride with audience participation, the 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is a delightful representation of comedic genius.
ANXIETY & ME (ArtsReach Tour)
Script available HERE
Must have all Friday’s except break available until 3:30pm
Directed by Raina Ames
INITIAL VIDEO AUDITIONS: October 19
CALLBACKS: Sunday, October 25 (2-4pm)
REHEARSAL DATES:
3 rehearsals prior to winter break
January 24, 1-10pm
January 25, 8am-5pm (day before classes start)
January 29, 8am-3:30pm
February 5, 8am-3:30pm
February 12, 8am-3:30pm
February 19, 8am-3:30pm (dress rehearsal-location TBD)
TOURING DATES: 2/26/27-5/7/27
ON CAMPUS PERFORMANCE DATE: 5/9/26 at 2pm
STRIKE: approx. 3-5pm, 5/9/27
DESCRIPTION: Up to 1 in 5 kids are likely to develop an anxiety disorder, but students often feel they are alone. We all have worries, but the anxiety can sometimes feel so big, it seems hard to handle. Anxiety & Me introduces Ms. P’s third grade class where four of our friends encounter their anxieties. They find ways, either within themselves or with the help of friends, to work through the anxiety. This production was written by UNH theatre education students based on input from third and fourth graders at an area school. With fun puppets playing the anxieties, this play offers strategies that might help the audience deal with anxiety too.
ANXIETY & ME Cast Breakdown (7 total actors)
Georgie
Oliver
Phoebe
Alexa
Sarah
Ms P / Coach P
4 anxieties played by puppets/1 puppeteer plays all roles: OCD, Panic, Anxious Attachment, Social Anxiety)
