STAGE/SCREEN

Aloha Performing Arts Company (Big Island) auditions for performers for the Aug. 16-19 production of six staged readings during the 13th annual Original Play Festival at the Aloha Theatre, 6:30 p.m. tomorrow and Tuesday, APAC loft, Kainaliu, Big Island. Scripts available for onsite perusal: (808) 322-9924.

Kumu Kahua Theatre auditions for one local female, late 40s to late 50s, for the Aug. 24-Sept. 25 production of Edward Sakamoto's "Mahalo Las Vegas," 10 a.m.-noon Saturday and 7-9 p.m. July 16, at the theater. Audition will consist of a cold reading from the script with some movement and improv work. 536-4222.

Disney Entertainment auditions for the ongoing California production of "Aladdin" including the roles of Aladdin, Jasmine, cast and chorus, 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m. July 19 and 20 and 6:15-8 p.m. July 20, Ballet Hawaii Studios, Dole Cannery, second floor. Auditioners, age 18 and over, should bring a photo and resume and be prepared to sing 16 bars of a musical theater selection (bring sheet music; accompanist provided). www.disneyauditions .com, 732-7733.

MUSIC/DANCE

Ka Himeni Ana 2006, contestants sought for the 22nd annual competition for unamplified singing of nahenahe (soft and sweet) songs in the Hawaiian language and accompanied by Hawaiian musical instruments (no electric amplification). Groups of two to five members may register by Wednesday for the Aug. 12 contest at the Hawai'i Theater with cash prizes awarded. 778-2945, 842-1133, www.hawai ianharmony.com.

Walter's Karaoke offers opportunities to compete in the 3rd annual Hawai'i Region National Talent Quest Karaoke Contest, a preliminary to the national contest Sept. 23-Oct. 1 in Laughlin, Nev. Visit one of several O'ahu karaoke venues until July 16 to qualify for the Aug. 6 Honolulu contest. Must be available to travel to the nationals for cash prizes. For days and venue locations: 842-7003.

PAGEANTS

Island Beauty Productions seeks female contestants, 2-55, for the state scholarship pageant in September. Winners continue to the national pageant to be held in Las Vegas. Orientation meeting 6 p.m. July 16 at the FilCom Center in Waipahu. No experience necessary, $100 entry fee. 223-4482.

ONGOING

Brew Moon Waikiki auditions for weekend performances in an open mike, casual venue on the restaurant's lanai. Seeking Hawaiian, jazz, easy listening soloists and groups (no grunge or heavy metal groups) to tryout and also established performers, no auditions required, to record with JWAVE, a Japanese radio station. Call Andree for appointment: 955-9045.

Hawai'i Vocal Arts Ensemble auditions singers, 4 p.m. Sundays: 261-6495, or maestrotim@aol.com.

Al Waterson and You Talent Search, competition for singers, with prizes and possible recording contract, 6-9 p.m. Sundays, Don Ho's Island Grill. Competition rotates by week among keiki, teens, adults and seniors. Registration: 947-5736.

O'ahu Civic Orchestra invites musicians to join rehearsals, 7 p.m. Mondays, Eiben Hall, Chaminade University. 261-6127, 735-5726.

Na Leo Lani Chorus, Hawai'i chapter of Sweet Adelines International, invites women, ages 16 and over, to its rehearsals, 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Saint Francis School auditorium, Manoa Valley. 944-3373, www.sweetadelineshawaii.org.

Honolulu Men's Chorus seeks gay and gay-friendly men to join the chorus for the upcoming season. Rehearsals 7-9 p.m. Wednesdays, Community Church of Honolulu. 429-9600.

Sounds of Aloha Barbershop Chorus rehearsals 7 p.m. Thursdays, Ala Wai Golf Course clubhouse. 262-7664.

Hawaii Kai Towne Center calls for groups from churches, schools and community organizations to perform at the center. 941-0440.

Send announcements to: Tryouts Calendar, Island Life, The Honolulu Advertiser, P.O. Box 3110, Honolulu, HI 96802; islandlife@honoluluadvertiser.com, with "Tryouts Cal" in the subject line; or fax 525-8055.