Pocahontas

Venue:	Grace Community Church (address) 5504 E. 146th Street Noblesville, IN 46062
Dates:	March 1 - March 3, 2012 (4 Performances)
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Journey back over 400 years as we retell the legendary true story of Princess Pocahontas and Captain John Smith and their historic adventures that took place in our own backyard! Pocahontas, the spirited favorite daughter of Chief Powhatan, is just a young girl dancing with the eagles when she encounters the English expedition led by a man with “sapphire... Read More

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Tickets:	Go On Sale April 1st, 2012 at 1:00am

In this musical comedy, Aladdin is back as the "street rat" of Agrabah who winds up the unlikely owner of his very own Genie who grants him 3 wishes! When he meets the rebellious young Princess Jasmine, daughter of the Sultan, he falls in love with her. But Princess Jasmine is being courted by Jafar, an evil wizard with impure intentions. He is searching for the lamp that holds the... Read More

Pocahontas Rehearsal Schedule

The rehearsal schedule here lists dates and times where actors will be needed for the run of this production. Not all actors will be needed at every rehearsal or for a full rehearsal. Weekly updates will be sent to the cast and posted on the callboard with who all is called for each rehearsal.

Please check these rehearsal dates and list any and all conflicts on your audition form to allow the directors to properly cast you. Thanks so much for your attention to this important detail!

www.cytindy.org/siteSpecific/media/uploads/Rehearsal Schedule- Detailed.pdf

Pocahontas Character description

Leading Roles

Narrators – Two Females named Cassie and Amy. Spunky, humorous, friendly museum tour guides. Both sing and move very well.
SONGS: IN EVERY LIFE, MAKING OF A LEGEND, FINALE

Pocahontas – This role will be understudied
Algonquin Indian Princess- She is a beautiful young woman who is the daughter of Chief Powhatan. Her role is that of a heroine, peacemaker, wise, and adventurous women. Tragically, she contracted a disease for which she had no genetic immunity -- smallpox, some say, or pneumonia -- and died within months of her visit to England. Strong singer/actor SONGS: SOMETHING BETTER, SAPHIRE EYES, DREAMGIVER, YOU ARE JUST LIKE ME, IF I NEVER MET YOU, FINALE

John Smith – This role will be understudied
English Settler who Pocahontas saves from being executed – He is an English settler who has directed many voyages to different parts of the world. He is well-known for his expertise in the open sea and successful submission of savages in other “new worlds” he has visited, and is adventurous, courageous and strong. Strong singer/actor
SONGS: IF I NEVER MET YOU, FINALE

John Rolfe – This role will be understudied
John Rolfe was an earlier American settler. His first wife died en route to the colonies, and Rolfe later married the Native Princess Pocahontas, who had been kidnapped and converted to Christianity. He returned to England with her, where they were greeted across England as celebrity-curiosities. Through Thomas Rolfe, his son with Pocahontas, Rolfe's progeny extends through many generations of Virginia's most prominent families. Strong singer/actor
SONGS: THE JOURNEY…, IF I NEVER MET YOU, FINALE

Supporting Roles
Captain Argall – (NON-SINGING ROLE)
Captain in Jamestown, Virginia. He is in charge of the expedition to the new world and he is only concern with acquiring gold and wealth. He often refers to Native Americans as savages, and uncivilized people because they do not speak proper English or behave as ‘normal’ human beings should. Strong actor, minimal vocals.

Keokum – SONG: DEMON IN OUR MIDST
Indian brave; He is against the ‘White Man’ and Pocahontas. Strong actor and singer. Dancing, gymnastics ability a plus.

Chief Powhattan – SONGS: CELEBRATE THE LEGEND, DEMON/MIDST
Chief of the Algonquin Indian Tribe & Pocahontas’ father. He often carries a stick and is often seen in robes which highlight his authority. He is judicious and well-spoken. Strong actor with large presence.

Wa-Hun-Sen – (Could be a Non-Singing role or SING ENSEMBLE)
Indian brave; Keokum’s Father. A wise and good father and warrior

Thomas – SONGS: THE JOURNEY…, FINALE
Son of Pocahontas and John Rolfe

Queen Anne – SONG: YOU ARE JUST LIKE ME (Tea #2)
Queen of England – A very grand lady, but not snobbish. A very real, almost motherly person. More honest, wise and sincere than any of those in her court. Smaller but important role. Strong actor.
Smithers – SONG: LOOK WHOS COMING TO TEA

Servant of Queen Anne and quite the snob, especially towards Pocahontas. Strong Actor, minimal vocals.

Minor Roles
• Young Pocahontas – (SING ENSEMBLE)
Pocahontas in her childhood

• 12-year-old Pocahontas – SONG: SOMETHING BETER
Teen Pocahontas

• Young Keokum – (SING ENSEMBLE)
Young Indian boy

• Bellows – (SING ENSEMBLE)
A cockney/english fellow

• Elani – (SING ENSEMBLE, SAPPHIRE EYES, DEMON/MIDST)
Friend of Pocahontas

• Chioma – (SING ENSEMBLE, SAPPHIRE EYES, DEMON/MIDST)
Friend of Pocahontas

• Iona – (SING ENSEMBLE, SAPPHIRE EYES, DEMON/MIDST)
Friend of Pocahontas

• Sawa – (SING ENSEMBLE, SAPPHIRE EYES, DEMON/MIDST)
Friend of Pocahontas

• Luna – (SING ENSEMBLE, SAPPHIRE EYES, DEMON/MIDST)
Friend of Pocahontas

Museum goers – SONGS: MAKING OF A LEGEND
Ensemble – 4 to 8

Indiana Tribe Ensemble
• Flying Eagle - Lead Dancer who sings well - SONG:CELEBRATE/LEGEND
• Indian dancers- 8 to 10 (SING or Non-Sing ENSEMBLE)
• Warriors – 3 to 6 (SING ENSEMBLE)
• Women – 3 to 6 (SING ENSEMBLE & Approach of the Storm)
• Children – 4 to 8 (SING ENSEMBLE)

Jamestown’s English Settlers - (Men - WILL DOUBLE AS LONDON MEN)
Ensemble – 6 to 8
(SING ENSEMBLE)

Londoners/The Royal Court - SONGS: LONDON TOWN, LOOK WHOS/TEA
Ensemble – 6 to 8
(SING ENSEMBLE)

Assorted speaking roles/One to two lines: There are additional roles available that may be assigned either at auditions OR thru-out the rehearsal process – These roles will be pulled from the characters respective Ensemble Group:

• Sawa – pg 19- A native American woman; caretaker of the tribes children
(SING ENSEMBLE)

• Jonesy & Asst Jamestown men lines – pg 25, 37-40, 58- Settlers at Jamestown. A mix of thoughtful and rowdy characters.
(SING ENSEMBLE)

• Lady Margaret / Lady Gabriel – pg 62 – SONG: LOOK WHOS/TEA
Upper-class and quite derogatory towards Pocahontas or anyone ‘different’ from them. Members of the Royal Court

• Constable – pg 67 – An English policeman - (one line, non-singing)

• Older Woman – pg 67 – Londoner - (one line, non- singing)

• Man – pg 67 – Londoner - (one line, non -singing)

The Rose Award

"I am the rose of Sharon, the Lily of the Valleys."
Song of Solomon 2:1

"But thanks be to God, Who always leads us in His triumph in Christ, and manifests through us the sweet aroma of the knowledge of Him in every place. For we are a fragrance of Christ to God . . . "
II Corinthians 2:14-15

The Rose Award is the most distinguished award a CYT student can receive. It is given to the cast or crew member who most exemplifies Jesus Christ during the run of the production, both on and off the stage. This is the only award voted on by the cast and crew.

CYT Indy Rose Award Winners –