Friday Talent Show

Don't miss our own special production of the great American family pastime...an evening of gather-around-the-radio fun!

The Friday Talent Show is our very own talent and variety show featuring singing, dancing, lip-synch, comedy, and more. It is the highlight of an evening that begins with cocktails and a full meal served at the elegant and historic Elk's Lodge.

Since 2000, attendees at Esprit have had the chance to make their dreams come true, that is, if your dream is to dress up like your idol and get up on stage shaking your booty and performing! This is a chance to show off your talents to an audience that wishes they were brave enough to be up there themselves. No talent is too big or too small for our stage. Esprit usually invites a number of special guests and dignitaries from Port Angeles to attend this popular show.

This year we feature our own live stage version of a certain popular radio variety show but in our own imitable style. The performer list features acts by you sprinkled in between other great segments, including the streetwise adventures of "Gal Noir: Private Dick", a special interview with Barbie, and much more. Say thanks to our sponsors for this show: the friendly folks at Powder Cake Makeup.

After the show, Glitter Bitch and The Social Hussies will entertain you with live music ranging from the 1940's to today. This band features all-around musician extraordinaire Penny Gadget and smooth vocals by Bruce Johnson.

One more day left and we are definitely not ending quietly! On Saturday we start by honoring our first time attendees in a special ceremony ...

There are some basic guidelines that must be followed in order to make the show as enjoyable as possible. Everyone still gets to be in the show (unless there is a real time constraint and too many acts). Pretty much anything goes, as long as it's satisfactory for the diverse, all-age audience that we have at Esprit. Participants will be limited to one turn up on stage with possible exceptions for well-rehearsed performances by players with established track records if we have a surplus of time.

Performers are asked to restrict acts (songs/skits/sketches/etc.) to five minutes, as we're trying keep the show at a reasonable length and fast-paced. Auditions will be held around mid-week, and rehearsals are typically held Friday afternoon. These commitments may mean you miss classes or other activities. The actual audition and rehearsal times will be posted on the weekly schedule as soon as possible, but you should also check the Registration Desk for last minute scheduling announcements.

So get out there, get your acts together and practice, practice, practice! If you have any questions, or want to get your act in the lineup early, please contact the talent show coordinator with your ideas, plans, and what you'd like to do in the show. Auditions will be held Thursday at 3:30.