
Lakeside Music & Arts Studio
presents the children's theater musical production
Malice
in the Palace
The Story of Esther
PERFORMANCES
Feb 20 and Feb 21, 7pm
Shepherd of the Lake
Lutheran Church
The Lakeside Music & Arts Studio is thrilled to announce another year of children's theater at Shepherd of the Lake Lutheran Church (SOLLC). This year's musical production is "Malice in the Palace: The Story of Esther."
This fun, faith-filled musical retells the inspiring story of Esther — a young woman whose courage and compassion change the course of history. Through humor, music, and heart, we’ll explore what it means to stand up for what’s right and trust that God can use each of us “for such a time as this.”

AUDITIONS
Dec 16, 5-8pm
Lower Great Room
SOLLC
We're seeking young aspiring artists, singers, and actors in 3rd-8th grade to bring this story to life!
The show will be directed and led by a talented team of high school and college-age mentors who are passionate about theater and love helping younger artists grow their gifts.
Whether you love to sing, act, dance, or just want to try something new — this is your chance to be part of a creative, joy-filled, faith-centered production.
PERFORMERS
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Performers – Choose to sing & act or just one. Be a part of the show in what you feel comfortable with. We would love to have you. Age grade 2- grade 8.
SET & PROPS
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Set Designer – Grade 9 through Adult - Volunteer opportunity. Set Design experience preferred but not required. You will work with Kari Vaupel to coordinate what works for your schedule.
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Set Construction – Grade 9 through adult. Volunteers needed to make the set. Building the set, painting the set. Woodworking experience preferred but not required. You will work with Kari Vaupel to coordinate what works for your schedule.
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Props – Grade 9 through adult - makes a list of all props and designates who will get the props. Creative mind is a plus! You will work with Kari Vaupel to coordinate what works for your schedule.
COSTUMES
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Lead Costumer - Grade 9 through adult. Sewing experience preferred. Creative mind a plus! You will work with Kari Vaupel to coordinate what works for your schedule.
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Costume Construction – Grade 9 through adult. Volunteer opportunity to make costumes. You will work with Kari Vaupel to coordinate what works for your schedule.
EVENT MANAGEMENT
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Small Group Leader – Grade 9 through adult. Would need Sunday afternoon availability the most, occasional Thursdays. Would love availability during preview night and final performance as well. This role will be working with our youngest performers, keeping them busy during down time and overseeing their needs.
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Ushers – Grade 9 through adult. Required to be at performances and hand out programs and show where things are in the church.
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Photographer – Must be 18 years of age or older. We will want this role to be present during rehearsals, previews and the main event. You will work with Kari Vaupel to coordinate what works for your schedule.

IMPORTANT DATES
Dec 16
AUDITIONS
5-8pm
Lower Great Room
Please prepare a short monologue and one song. An accompanist will be available if needed.
New to auditions? Reach out to Artistic Theater Director, Kari Miller Vaupel for help finding monologue material and/or music resources. We’re excited to cheer you on!
Dec 18
REHEARSAL
6-9pm
Lower Great Room
Parent orientation and read through.
We are so excited to have this new offering at SOLLC!
If you have any questions, please contact JoAnna Johnson
