Auditions for ‘Oliver’:
An audition call for youth actors in third through eighth grades for the classic musical, “Oliver,” will be Wednesday, Dec. 18, from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Improv Playhouse Theater, 735 N. Milwaukee Avenue, Libertyville. Based on the Dickens novel, “Oliver” was one of Broadway’s most successful shows. The IP-Showstoppers production is directed by Zach D’Antonio. Rehearsals are Saturday, Jan. 10 through April, 6, on Fridays, 4 to 6 p.m. and Saturdays, 1 to 3 p.m. at the IP Theater. Performances are April 5 and 6. Actors will be assessed and placed in roles. Beginning to experienced young actors are welcomed to audition. For information, go to Improv Playhouse Studio, 116 W. Lake St., Libertyville, call (847) 968-4529 and visit www.improvplayhouse.com.