MCA’s Dance Repertory Company ‘Nutcracker’ auditions Aug. 28

WINONA, Minn. — The Minnesota Conservatory for the Arts will host auditions for the Dance Repertory Company’s 2008 production of “The Nutcracker” 4 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 28. Auditions will be held at the Valéncia Arts Center, 1164 West 10th St., and are open to youth and adult dancers, actors and community members age 5 and older. A variety of roles are available for this year’s “Nutcracker” performances, scheduled for Dec. 4-7 at Saint Mary’s University’s Page Theatre.

Participants are encouraged to wear movable clothing and are asked to bring a headshot to the audition (color or black and white photos of any size are acceptable). Intermediate and advanced dancers should be dressed in appropriate ballet attire. Children ages 12 or younger should be accompanied by parents or guardians.

By presenting “The Nutcracker” every other holiday season, The Dance Repertory Company continues a special holiday tradition for the Winona and surrounding area communities. Children and adults alike will enjoy this timeless classic that allows us to transform into a child again, and experience the magical spells of Herr Drosselmeyer and the sweet dreams of Clara with visions of Nutcracker princes and Sugar Plum fairies.

Come be a part of this magical holiday tradition! For more information, visit www.smumn.edu/mca, e-mail dance@smumn.edu, or call (507) 453-5501. The Minnesota Conservatory for the Arts is an affiliate program of Saint Mary’s University.