The Turn of the Screw (opera)
by Texas State University Department of Theatre, Dance and Film

Jun. 28 - Jul. 12 (2017)

The Turn of the Screw is a disturbing work, a novelty in the opera world for being something of a horror story with genuine chills. Based on Henry James's novel of the same name, it's an old fashioned ghost story that touches on issues of a very contemporary nature.

Musically it is one of Britten's most interesting. The narrative is divided into a prologue and 16 scenes that are fairly episodic in nature. However they are connected together by variations of the "Screw" theme, built around the twelve note row. The sequence ascends in the first Act and descends in the second.

Learn more: http://www.theopera101.com/operas/screw/#ixzz4lKiK8wPD

Texas State University Opera Theatre is searching for a boy soprano (approx. 10-12 year old) for the role of "Miles" in their Fall production of Benjamin Britten's opera "The Turn of the Screw."  The role has a very large vocal range from a middle-C to a sustained high A, above the treble-clef staff.  Some theatrical experience would be preferred.  The role of Miles is the centerpiece of the opera's plot, it truly is a "lead" role. The boy even gets to die in the end. 'Tis opera! 
 
The role will be double-cast, one position is already filled. The university students are also double-cast.  Please consult the rehearsal/tech schedule below to assure that the commitment and time-frame will work for you. There is no financial compensation but sheet music, costume, etc. will be provided.  
 
Please contact Dr. Josh Miller, TXState Opera Director at joshmiller@txstate.edu for audition requirements.  
 
 

“Miles” Rehearsal/Production Schedule

Vocal Coachings scheduled, at the availability of both parties, during July and August.

 

Monday, Aug. 28th - 7:00-9:00 p.m.                        

Sing-Thru, alternating casts - School of Music Room 216

 

Tuesday, Aug, 29th- 6:00-9:00 p.m.                         

Vocal Coaching/ Character Work - School of Music Room 216

           

Thursday, Aug. 31st - 6:00-9:00 p.m.                                  

Vocal Coaching/ Character Work - School of Music Room 216

 

Monday, Sept. 4th - NO REHEARSAL

Labor Day Holiday

 

Tuesday, Sept. 5th - 6:00-9:00 p.m.

Staging Rehearsal - School of Music Room 216

 

Thursday, Sept. 7th - 6:00-9:00 p.m.

Staging Rehearsal - School of Music Room 216

 

Tuesday, Sept. 12th - 6:00-9:00 p.m.

Staging Rehearsal - School of Music Room 216

 

Monday, Sept. 18th - 7:00-9:00 p.m.

RUN ACT 1, two times (with both casts) - School of Music Room 216

 

Thursday, Sept. 21st - 6:00-9:00 p.m.                     

Vocal Touch-Up Work – cast needed, TBA - School of Music Room 216

 

Monday, Sept. 25th - 7:00-9:00 p.m.

Staging Rehearsal - School of Music Room 216

 

Tuesday, Sept. 26th - 6:00-9:00 p.m.

Staging Rehearsal - School of Music Room 216

 

Thursday, Sept. 28th - 6:00-9:00 p.m.         

RUN ACT 2 - School of Music Room 216

 

Monday, Oct. 2nd - 7:00-9:00 p.m.  

Designer’s Room Run #1 – (Cast #1 & Designers) - School of Music Room 216

 

Tuesday, Oct. 3rd - 6:00-9:00 p.m.

Notes & Room Run #2 - (Cast #2) -  - School of Music Room 216

 

Saturday or Sunday, Oct. 7-8 – Times TBA

Costume Fittings – Performing Arts Center, Wardrobe Room

 

Monday, Oct. 9th - 7:00-10:00 p.m.

Tech Rehearsal – Performing Arts Center, Harrison Theatre

 

Tuesday, Oct. 10th -  6:00-10:00 p.m. 

Tech Rehearsal – Performing Arts Center, Harrison Theatre

 

no Wednesday night rehearsal

 

Thursday, Oct. 12th - 6:00-10:00 p.m.

Tech Rehearsal – Performing Arts Center, Harrison Theatre

 

Friday, Oct. 13th - 6:00-10:00 p.m.

Tech Rehearsal – Performing Arts Center, Harrison Theatre

 

Saturday, Oct. 15th - 2:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m.

Sitzprobe (both casts) – Performing Arts Center, Harrison Theatre

 

Sunday, Oct. 15th – 3:00 p.m.- 6:00 p.m.

Piano Dress Rehearsal (Cast 1) – Performing Arts Center, Harrison Theatre

 

Monday, Oct. 16th - 7:00-10:00 p.m. 

Piano Dress Rehearsal (Cast 2) – Performing Arts Center, Harrison Theatre

 

Tuesday, Oct. 17th -  7:00-10:00 p.m.

Orchestra Dress Rehearsal (Cast 1) – Performing Arts Center, Harrison Theatre

 

Wednesday, Oct. 18th - 7:00-10:00 p.m.

Final Orchestra Dress Rehearsal (Cast 2) – Performing Arts Center, Harrison Theatre

 

Thursday, Oct. 19th - 7:30 p.m.- Actor Call Time TBA

Opening Night (Cast 1)

 

Friday, Oct. 20th -  7:30 p.m.- Actor Call Time TBA 

Performance #2 (Cast 2)

 

Saturday, Oct. 21st -  7:30 p.m.- Actor Call Time TBA

Performance #3 (Cast 1)

 

Sunday, Oct. 22nd - 2:00 p.m.- Actor Call Time TBA

Performance #4 (Cast 2)