LEXINGTON, Ky. (April 1, 2009) − The University of Kentucky Opera Theatre will hold auditions for the 2009 season of "It’s a Grand Night for Singing," a popular town and gown musical revue that kicks-off summer arts offerings in the Bluegrass. Auditions for this year's program will be held from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, April 5, and 7 to 10 p.m. Monday, April 6, at the Schmidt Vocal Arts Center, located on the corner of Rose Street and Rose Lane on the UK campus.

It is not necessary to have an operatic voice to audition for "Grand Night," but you must be at least 16 years of age. Those interested in auditioning should prepare a song from a Broadway musical, dress casually and be prepared to do some movement. An accompanist will be provided for auditions. Rehearsals will begin Monday, May 11.

The17th season of "Grand Night" will run for six performances. Audiences can catch the event at 7:30 p.m., June 12, 13, 19 and 20, and 2 p.m., June 14 and 21. All performances of "It's a Grand Night for Singing" will be presented at the Singletary Center for the Arts Concert Hall.

For more information or to make an appointment to audition, contact UK Opera Theatre at (859) 257-9331.