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2012 Tetélestai FAQ


What is Tetelestai?

Tetélestai (a Greek word meaning "It is Finished") is a contemporary musical drama about the last week in Jesus' life written by Russ and Joel Nagy. The show, now in its 35th season, vividly portrays Christ's triumphal entry into Jerusalem, His trial, execution and His resurrection. It will be staffed by UALC adults and performed by a cast of high school students.

Is this like a school musical?

Not really. With a school musical you audition, return for call-backs, receive your part, and start memorizing. Perhaps at the end you might perform 2 shows. With Tetelestai you audition once and then rehearsals begin. We spend the first weeks training the entire cast to act in the style of professional theatre. A second audition for singing roles happens after a few weeks of rehearsals. Eventually, you'll use stage makeup, be provided with costumes (no shopping!), and you'll be mentored in the technical responsibilities of the show. No prior experience is necessary.

How many shows will we perform?

Possible local performances March 23-25 yet to be finalized.
UALC performances are in March 30 & 31. April 1-2.
Local performances April 13 & 14.

Who is staffing the show?

Volunteer members of UALC including: Nagy, Long, Gilliam, Borden, Edmonds, DeWeese.

Who's Jesus? Which one's Jesus?

Joe Long will portray role of Christ for the 2012 season.

What commitment do you require from the high school participants?

(more details at the 1st rehearsal)

Time Commitment

  • Sunday afternoon rehearsals January 15 - March 18
  • One all-day Saturday rehearsal (March 17)
  • Dress Rehearsal Sunday March 18 1pm-9pm
  • A Character Study (we’ll guide you through it)
  • Clinics and Tech Training outside of rehearsals, times TBA
  • Additional show related “tech” opportunities as needed.
  • TBA perfomances - March 23-25
  • Home shows March 30-31 & April 1 & 2
  • Local performance – April 13 & 14

Financial Commitment

    Final cost will not be known until the first rehearsal, but for comparison purposes, last year’s fee was $110 plus extra cash for a few meals.

What commitment do you require from parents?

  • Attend a mandatory meeting on January 22nd - 4:30pm.
  • Send occasional snacks with your son or daughter to rehearsal.
  • Help with a pot-luck meal at our all-day rehearsal or at a home show.
  • Full payment of show fees by TBD deadline.
  • Financial assistance may be available to those who request it by January 31st.

I still have questions. Who can I ask?

Questions? Call DeEtte DeWeese deettemail@gmail.com or Angie Edmonds asedmonds5376@gmail.com. Also, take a look at our website: Tetelestaithemusical.com.