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Ernest Thayer’s beloved poem about fictional baseball legend Casey and the town of Mudville springs vividly to life in the present day. When young KC moves to Mudville with her father from New York City, she struggles to fit in at her new school. But through her love of baseball, KC whips the down-and-out little league team into shape, leading them to the championship game, where she learns that there are things even more important than winning.

These performances will take place in NYC at Theatre Row, an Off-Broadway theatre! Click Here to learn more about Theatre Row.

 

Professional KC@Bat Cast

Zoë Schneider-Smith (Prissy)is like, so happy to introduce you to Prissy Von Missy. Select credits: Rita in Waiting in the Wings (Off-Broadway), Sophie (Mamma Mia), Ado Annie (Oklahoma), Gloria (Flashdance), Charlotte U/S (R&H Cinderella American Tour) and 5 different parts in A Chorus Line over 4 regional productions and the Japan Tour. People who should have as many trophies as Prissy: Mom, Dad, Nathan, Flora and Jason. @ladyz40

Margret Lee (Lolly) is an actress and singer who is a recent graduate of NYU’s TISCH. She can be seen in Open Arts Alliance’s KC@BAT. Margaret shot FISSURES, The Report, BattleBox, Love Me Tender, It’s All Over Now, Baby Blue, and Stuck in Love. She has performed on stage in 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee,Fame the Musical, Particular Snowflakes, and On the Waterfront. You can also see Margaret on Oxygen’s NEW YORK HOMICIDE. She speaks Cantonese, Chinese, Mandarin, and Korean. She is a dancer, singer, and plays the piano. She found her love for acting while participating in Musical Theater in Hong Kong as a child.
 
Courtney Anne Nelson (Ramona), a book-a-holic with a bangin’ bob, is an NYC-based actress. Born and raised in Cleveland OH, she is a graduate of Kent State University with a BFA in Musical Theater and a minor in Entrepreneurship. She has performed regionally across the country with Ocean City Theatre Company, Bay Area Children’s Theatre, Porthouse Theatre, Cleveland Playhouse, and Greenhouse Ensemble. Producing credits include 54 Below Sings TikTok and 54 Below Sings History 101. Alongside performing, Courtney teaches tap and obsessively watches the NFL. She recently ran the Brooklyn Half Marathon – woohoo! This summer Courtney will be performing in Legally Blonde at Milton Theatre. She would like to thank Luke for his constant love and support. www.courtneyannenelson.com
 
Dennis Dizon (Henry) is thrilled to be making their off-broadway debut in K.C.@Bat! Past credits include: “Light of the World” in Godspell, Jack in Into the Woods, Man 1 in Songs for a New World, Scuttle in The Little Mermaid, Cain in Children of Eden. Apart from performing, Dennis is also a choreographer, with past regional choreographic credits including Grease, Godspell, and The Jungle Book. Big thanks to Open Arts Alliance for the opportunity! @dennisdzon
 
Madison Britton (KC) originally hails from Washington, DC and recently moved to New York after traveling the world performing onboard Oceania Cruises. Past favorite shows include Heathers: The Musical (HEATHER CHANDLER), Songs For A New World (ENS/WOMAN 1 COVER), and The Mad Ones (KELLY MANNING). Tulane University ’22. Thank you to the entire Open Arts Alliance team! www.madisonbritton.net

Ages 6 - 18

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Rehearsal Schedule

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  • Parent Meeting – January 4:  7:00pm  (ALL) • ZOOM
  • Sunday, January 21:  1:00pm – 3:00pm • RH
  • Sunday, February 4:  1:00pm – 3:00pm • RH
  • Sunday, February 18:  1:00pm – 3:00pm • RH
  • Sunday, March 3:  1:00pm – 3:00pm • RH

Weekly rehearsals begin March 20, 2024.

  • Sundays:  10:00am – 12:00pm • RH
  • Tuesdays:  6:00pm – 7:30pm • RH
  • Wednesdays:  6:00pm – 7:30pm • RH
  • Thursdays:  6:00pm – 7:30pm • RH

*Please note: Not all roles will be called at all rehearsals.


KC@Bat Script

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Dress Rehearsal Dates

  • May 2 (HIGH SCHOOL):  6:00pm – 9:00pm • TR
  • May 3 (HIGH SCHOOL):  6:00pm – 7:30pm • TR
  • May 9 (ELEMENTARY):  6:00pm – 9:00pm • TR
  • May 10 (ELEMENTARY):  6:00pm – 7:30pm • TR
  • May 16 (MIDDLE SCHOOL):  6:00pm – 9:00pm • TR

Performance Dates

  • May 4 (HIGH SCHOOL)  @ 3pm, 7pm • TR
  • May 5 (HIGH SCHOOL)  @ 2pm • TR
  • May 11 (ELEMENTARY)  @ 3pm, 7pm • TR
  • May 12 (ELEMENTARY)  @ 2pm • TR
  • May 17 (MIDDLE SCHOOL)  @ 8pm • TR
  • May 18 (MIDDLE SCHOOL)  @ 3pm, 7pm • TR

 

AUDITIONS

Choose ONE of the below audition slots and REGISTER above.
Due to the volume of applicants, audition registration is now closed. If you would like to be put on the waitlist, please email: info@openartsalliance.com

  • Monday, December 11:  6:00pm – 9:00pm
    (ALL SLOTS FULL) • RH
  • Tuesday, December 12:  6:00pm – 9:00pm
    (ALL SLOTS FULL) • RH
  • Wednesday, December 13:  6:00pm – 9:00pm
    (ALL SLOTS FULL)  • RH
  • *Friday, December 15:  6:00pm – 9:00pm • RH

*Please Note: These are CALLBACKS. Not everyone will be called back.


RH River House, 125 River Road Extension, Cos Cob, CT
TR Theatre Row, 401 W. 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036

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Click here for education materials.

Click here for help planning your NYC day or weekend.

Rehearsal Schedule

CLICK HERE FOR Detailed CALENDAR and SCHEDULE

  • Parent Meeting – January 4:  7:00pm  (ALL) • ZOOM
  • Sunday, January 21:  1:00pm – 3:00pm • RH
  • Sunday, February 4:  1:00pm – 3:00pm • RH
  • Sunday, February 18:  1:00pm – 3:00pm • RH
  • Sunday, March 3:  1:00pm – 3:00pm • RH

Weekly rehearsals begin March 20, 2024.

  • Sundays:  10:00am – 12:00pm • RH
  • Tuesdays:  6:00pm – 7:30pm • RH
  • Wednesdays:  6:00pm – 7:30pm • RH
  • Thursdays:  6:00pm – 7:30pm • RH

*Please note: Not all roles will be called at all rehearsals.


KC@Bat Script

Click here for KC@Bat Script

Dress Rehearsal Dates

  • May 2 (HIGH SCHOOL):  6:00pm – 9:00pm • TR
  • May 3 (HIGH SCHOOL):  6:00pm – 7:30pm • TR
  • May 9 (ELEMENTARY):  6:00pm – 9:00pm • TR
  • May 10 (ELEMENTARY):  6:00pm – 7:30pm • TR
  • May 16 (MIDDLE SCHOOL):  6:00pm – 9:00pm • TR

Performance Dates

  • May 4 (HIGH SCHOOL)  @ 3pm, 7pm • TR
  • May 5 (HIGH SCHOOL)  @ 2pm • TR
  • May 11 (ELEMENTARY)  @ 3pm, 7pm • TR
  • May 12 (ELEMENTARY)  @ 2pm • TR
  • May 17 (MIDDLE SCHOOL)  @ 8pm • TR
  • May 18 (MIDDLE SCHOOL)  @ 3pm, 7pm • TR

 

AUDITIONS

Choose ONE of the below audition slots and REGISTER above.
Due to the volume of applicants, audition registration is now closed. If you would like to be put on the waitlist, please email: info@openartsalliance.com

  • Monday, December 11:  6:00pm – 9:00pm
    (ALL SLOTS FULL) • RH
  • Tuesday, December 12:  6:00pm – 9:00pm
    (ALL SLOTS FULL) • RH
  • Wednesday, December 13:  6:00pm – 9:00pm
    (ALL SLOTS FULL)  • RH
  • *Friday, December 15:  6:00pm – 9:00pm • RH

*Please Note: These are CALLBACKS. Not everyone will be called back.


RH River House, 125 River Road Extension, Cos Cob, CT
TR Theatre Row, 401 W. 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036

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FAQS

What is “KC@Bat” about?
Ernest Thayer’s beloved poem about fictional baseball legend Casey and the town of Mudville springs vividly to life in the present day. When young KC moves to Mudville with her father from New York City, she struggles to fit in at her new school. But through her love of baseball, KC whips the down-and-out little league team into shape, leading them to the championship game, where she learns that there are things even more important than winning.

What is the rehearsal schedule?
Please see the practice and rehearsal dates listed on the page above.

Where will the shows take place?
Performances will take place at Theatre Row Off-Broadway (410 W 42nd St, New York, NY 10036). Easy & Accessible: Plan Your Visit (click here for details).

Where will rehearsals take place?
Rehearsals will occur at Open Arts Alliance’s rehearsal space at River House (125 River Road Extension, Cos Cob, CT 06807.)

When are the shows?
Performances will occur:
May 4-5, 2024 (High School cohort),
May 11-12, 2024 (Elementary School cohort)
May 17-18 (Middle School cohort)

Are scholarships available?
Financial Aid and Scholarships are available for families who can demonstrate financial need. Applications for Financial Aid are reviewed by the Scholarship Committee and awards will be disbursed via email. Please contact us at Info@openartsalliance.com.

OAA underwrites all participation fees at 60% of true program cost. Participation fees include costumes, set, theatre rental, royalties and rights for the production, as well as musician fees.

Where can I purchase tickets?
Box office information will be available shortly.

So…what is Open Arts Alliance?
We’re glad you asked! To learn more about our non-profit, our mission or our history, please visit our About page.

 

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What is an audition?
Auditions are a chance for our students (new and veterans) to share their skills with our production team! At Open Arts Alliance we do our best to keep the auditions fun, simple and ensure that every auditioner feels great about their accomplishment!

Who can audition for each show?
Students ages 6-18 are encouraged to audition for “The Sound Of Music” and “KC@Bat.”

I have enrolled for auditions. Does this mean my child is in the cast?
Unfortunately, we are unable to cast every child that auditions due to the number of applicants. Enrollment is strictly to help organize the process of auditioning.

Will there be callbacks?
We reserve the right to have callbacks for actors we need to see/hear act, sing or dance again on Friday, December 15th, 2023 at 6 pm.

How many casts do you anticipate?
We anticipate 3 casts of 12-15 students in cohorts by school designation (elementary school (grades 1-5), middle school (grades 6-8), high school (grades 9-12).

What should my child prepare?
Each child must sing a small section of any song they desire. This should be a song they are comfortable with. Anything from “Happy Birthday” to “Let It Go” is great by us! Auditioners should not expect to finish their song.

 

 

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