Submissions for Raw Impressions Music Theatre 2004-5 Season We are producing a RIMT #19 in LOS ANGELES April 1-11 In this event, 8 writers are paired with 8 composers they’ve never met. They write, and rehearse a 10-minute musical in 10 days with the guidance of 2 directors and 2 music directors. Here are 2 vital PDFs to read if you’re interested in applying. Rehearsal/Performance Schedules for RIMT #19 How We Like To Play, And Things to Expect: A Detailed Primer on the RIMT Process Please explore the rest of our site (home) to learn more about who we are and what you might encounter participating in a Raw Impressions event.We are currently accepting unsolicited submssions from writers, composers, actor/singers, directors and musicdirectors. The submission deadline is February 7, 2005. POSTMARKED. When submitting a work sample, make sure your name and contact info is on all materials (CD, script, etc.) We are interested in working with artists from all forms of music theatre, from Broadway style to Operatic to Experiemental. We also greatly encourage people from underrepresetned groups and to apply. Ways to increase your chaces of being involved include: Have a colleague who has participated in RIMT write you a recommendation. You may apply in more than one category, but will only be accepted in 1. For instance there will be no writers who also direct for RIMT. Please state clearly in your cover letter what position(s) you're applying for. Work Samples: FROM EVERYONE: 1 Resume and Cover Letter stating why the process excites you and how you heard about Raw Impressions. Actor/Singers: Send a headshot and resume. You may be called in to audition in March. Writers: The first 20 pages of a full length music theatre piece or play, OR (2) 10 minute plays. In addition, send at least 2 lyric sheets for songs you've written. A CD of the songs is very helpful, but is not necessary. Do not send cassettes. If you're not a lyrycist that's OK. We sometimes pair playwrights and bookwriters with composer/lyricists. Composers: Send a CD with 2-4 selections (Less than 10 min each) on it either from the same show or multiple shows. Include the Lyric/Libretto sheet for all and include a piano vocal score for at least one. If all music is electronic and no score is available, send a description of your tech and composition process. Directors: Email us with a letter of interest. Attach a resume in MS Word format. Music Direcctors: Email us with a letter of interest. Attach a resume in MS Word format. If you have any questions, please email David Rodwin at david@rawimpressions.org or call at (917) 553-2147. Send submissions to: David Rodwin, Founding Artistic Director Raw Impressions, Inc. RIMT#19 63 Greene St. #506 New York, NY 10012