Sesame Street Live to hold open auditions in Philadelphia

Sesame Street's characters have been entertaining and educating children during the live stage shows since 1980. Now, those who grew up watching can audition for a role in Sesame Street Live 1-2-3 Imagine! with Elmo and Friends, this year's production.

Open auditions will be held at 2 p.m. this Friday, March 16 at the Liacouras Center. Vee Corporation, the producer of Sesame Street Live, is looking for versatile dancers and singers for tours that average 10 months.