He says there will also be practice sessions after school on Friday and Monday so students can “learn the audition music and get tons of tips.” No musical experience is necessary, Steinhagen says, and all are welcome.įor more, follow on Facebook and Twitter or sign up for our newsletter.This week has seen major casting announcements come out of Telsey & Co. Steinhagen did not respond to requests for comment. “Find out everything you need to know about the whole process - from auditioning to rehearsals and more,” he said. Steinhagen announced Thursday’s info meeting on his Facebook, saying it will be immediately after school in the Black Box.

Most recently, Steinhagen directed “Wind in the Willows” for Running To Places. Students had suggested there was still time to stage a new musical, and urged that Joey Steinhagen of Running To Places, a community youth theatre company, be tapped to direct. Ultimately, the tense topic resulted in the cancellation of the Ithaca High School spring musical, and widespread national media coverage generated racially motivated online abuse for students and other community members. The production replaces the original plan for “The Hunchback of Notre Dame.”Įarly last month, students expressed concern over the casting of Esmeralda in “Hunchback,” saying the role called for a student of color, but a white student had been selected. Auditions for the Ithaca High School musical production of “Hairspray” will take place next week, and there’s an informational meeting this Thursday for those who’d like to know about the process.

Hairspray live online auditions