Over the Rainbow and Toto-ally barking
Is your dog star struck? Or more to the point are you and just happen to have a furry friend? A pooch with pizazz? Andrew Lloyd Webber is looking for a special Toto to join Dorothy in a one-off gala performance of The Wizard of Oz.
Early next month, he’ll be inviting dogs of all breeds to open auditions for the part of Toto. They are looking for pets with potential, they don’t have to be professionally trained. No matter what shape, colour of size, your doggy diva could be Toto!
Helping Andrew on his canine quest is a whole new Toto Panel, who will be judging the Totos to make sure they’re up to scratch.
On the Panel is Jodie Prenger, the winner of I’d Do Anything who plays Nancy is the West End production of Oliver. Joining Jodie are two dog trainers to the stars, Gerry Cott and Sarah Fisher. Both have trained animals for the stage, so our Totos are in excellent hands.
Toto should be healthy and happy – a dog with a spring in its step and in tip-top condition. The winning Toto will need to be confident as they will be around lots of people and dogs in new environments and sometimes will be working with other people away from their owner. Needs to be a smart dog, still able to pick up a trick or two.
Finally, the Toto Panel are looking for a true star! The winning doggy will have bags of personality and not be afraid to show it off!
Do you think your dog has what it takes? Open auditions will be taking place early next month, with details being confirmed soon, so visit Over The Rainbow Twitter and Facebook Fan Page for the latest updates.
Toto Wizard of Oz
Source bbc.co.uk website
