Auditions begin for production of award-winning script by Weslaco teen

Auditions for the film “A Man Made Early,” will be held Saturday, Aug. 28, through Sunday, Aug. 29, at Weslaco East High School.

Scenarios USA, a nonprofit organization, uses screenwriting and filmmaking to promote leadership, advocacy and self-expression in teens and young adults. Angelica Hernandez of Weslaco East High School was chosen as the South Texas winner of the 2010 scriptwriting contest.

The film will be directed by Cruz Angeles (“Don’t Let Me Drown”), and shooting will begin next month in Weslaco.

Actors who are interested in auditioning for the film first must fill out a form online to audition for the film. Once you’ve filled out the form, you will be e-mailed on Friday, Aug. 27, with the time of your audition.

Also, students from sixth to 12th grade interested in working on the film set are invited to apply for an internship. You must fill out an application and fax or e-mail it by Friday, Sept. 10. A dozen students will be chosen for internships.

ROLES AVAILABLE

• A male teacher age 35 to 50
• A mom age 30 to 40
• A young girl age 7 (approximately)
• Boys ages 16 to 19
• Girls ages 16 to 19

TO AUDITION:

Visit http://www.jotform.com/form/1992442271

(Those who show up without having filled out a form will not be able to audition.)

WHEN: Aug. 28 through Aug. 29

WHERE: Weslaco East High School, 810 S. Pleasantview Drive

TO APPLY FOR INTERNSHIP:

Download application here: http://www.scenariosusa.org/getinvolved/SetInternship2010TX.pdf

Fax the completed form to (718) 230-4381 or e-mail it to ricardo@scenariosusa.org

For more information on Scenarios USA, visit their website at http://www.scenariosusa.org/