Monthly Archives: December 2014

December 5, 2014 · 10:39 am

Upcoming Productions Announced by Dare to Defy Productions

Dare to Defy Productions is excited to announce our upcoming productions:

THE LAST FIVE YEARS
Book, Music and Lyrics by Jason Robert Brown
January 2 and 3, 2015 8 PM at the Mathile Theatre in the Schuster Center
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January 6, 2015 7:15 PM at Mimi’s Cafe at the Greene (additional food purchase required)
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March of the FALSETTOS (Special Event)
Book, Music and Lyrics by William Finn
January 9 and 10, 2015
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The Songs of HAIR in Concert
Book and Lyrics by Gerome Ragni and James Rado, Music by Galt MacDermot
March 13 and 14, 2015
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ASSASSINS
Book by John Weidman, Music & Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, Based on an idea by Charles Gilbert Jr.
July 17, 18, 24 and 25, 2015
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INTO THE WOODS
Book by James Lapine, Music & Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim
September 5 and 6
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GODSPELL
Book by John Michael Tebelak, Music and Lyrics by Stephen Schwartz- Based on The Gospel According to Matthew
October 9, 10, 13, 16 & 17
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March of the Falsettos are presented through special arrangement with Samuel French.
Hair is presented through special arrangement with Tams-Witmark.
Assassins, Godspell, The Last Five Years and Into the Woods are presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International

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December 5, 2014 · 10:27 am

Season Auditions Announced for Dare 2 Defy Productions

Dare to Defy Productions – Open Auditions

Auditions will take place on January 24, 2015 at the Dare to Defy Productions Loft at 400 Linden Ave Dayton, OH

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Please prepare 32 bars of a song, and have a contrasting selection ready if asked. Bring sheet music in the correct key; and accompanist will be provided. Also prepare two, one minute monologues of contrasting styles. Be prepared to dance if asked.

Please bring a picture and resume, stapled together. We are looking for performers for the following shows- All roles are open at this time:

HAIR- In Concert
Book and Lyrics by Gerome Ragni and James Rado, Music by Galt MacDermot

HAIR will be presented in a concert fashion with a reduced Cast. This show if full of phenomenal musical numbers and carries a meaning that outlives the late 1960’s and early 1970’s in America.

Callback auditions will take place January 24, 2015
PRODUCTION DATES: March 13 & 14 2015
1st rehearsal will be February 19, 2015

ASSASSINS
Book by John Weidman, Music & Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, Based on an idea by Charles Gilbert Jr.

ASSASSINS lays bare the lives of nine individuals who assassinated or tried to assassinate the President of the United Stated. Assassins requires skilled singers who are also versatile performers.

Callback auditions will take place in May 2015
PRODUCTION DATES: July 17, 18, 24 & 25, 2015
1st rehearsal tentatively scheduled for June 8, 2015

INTO THE WOODS
Book by James Lapine, Music & Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim
Directed by: To be Named, Music Direction by: To be Named

One of Sondheim’s most popular works, INTO THE WOODS is a sophisticated show with the opportunity to feature performers adept at dark comedy.

Callback auditions will take place in May 2015
Production Dates: September 5 and 6, 2015/ Performances will be held at The Victoria Theatre
1st Rehearsal will be August 3, 2015

GODSPELL
Book by John Michael Tebelak, Music and Lyrics by Stephen Schwartz- Based on The Gospel According to Matthew

GODSPELL contains an eclectic blend of songs ranging in style from pop to vaudeville and is employed as the story of Jesus’s life. The messages of kindness, tolerance and love come vibrantly to life.

Callback auditions will be announced at a later date
Production Dates: October 9, 10, 13, 16 and 17, 2015
1st Rehearsal will be September 7, 2015

Click here to see casting details by character

Click here to download an audition form

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December 5, 2014 · 8:06 am

Directors Sought for FLI’s 2015-2016 Season

The Footlighters, Inc. is now accepting submissions for directors for our 2015-2016 season. Individuals interested in directing should submit the following information to Mary Stone, Chairperson of the Director/Play Selection Committee:

A one-page letter of interest that briefly details 1-3 shows you are interested in directing for our organization.
A resume of theatrical experience that includes your contact information (email address and phone number)

Deadline to submit a letter of interest and theatrical resume is Friday, December 12th. Prospective directors will then be contacted to schedule an interview time with the selection committee. Once scheduled for an interview, you will be asked to provide additional information on the shows you are interested in directing, including a budget projection.

If you have any questions, please contact Mary Stone at mary.stone@rockfishinteractive.com. We look forward to hearing from you!

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December 5, 2014 · 7:56 am

A SWINGIN’ HOLIDAY on Dec. 19 & 20

A SWINGIN’ HOLIDAY: BIG BAND CHORAL SPECTACULAR,
CINCINNATI’S NEWEST MUSICAL OFFERING, BRINGS BACK THE
ELEGANCE AND GLAMOUR OF OLD HOLLYWOOD

Photo by Ricardo Trevino, Miami University Communications & Marketing.

CINCINNATI, OH-December 2, 2014-A beautiful and talented cast of 24 vocalists are joined by seventeen of the finest jazz musicians and world-renowned guest artists to provide a memorable evening of song and dance for the whole family. Your favorite holiday classics are presented with fresh new arrangements in this 1940s Hollywood Style Revue! The show includes a variety of vocal performances, band features from the Holiday All-Star Big Band and Dr. Tedrin Lindsay on Piano, Choreography by Jay Goodlett, formerly of Cincinnati Ballet, and even a visit from Santa himself!

A SWINGIN’ HOLIDAY: BIG BAND CHORAL SPECTACULAR runs December 19th and 20th at 8pm at the Walnut Hills Theatre. Tickets are $12 for students (17 and under) and $25-$35 for adults and can be purchased at swinginholiday.info or through the Miami University Box Office at (513) 529-3200 or at MiamiOH.edu/ boxoffice. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Walnut Hills High School Music Program.

A SWINGIN’ HOLIDAY: BIG BAND CHORAL SPECTACULAR premiered to rave reviews at Miami University on November 21st and 22nd. A MU Faculty member described it as “A stunning show that transported us back to the golden age of entertainment.” Exit interviews captured audience reactions such as, “Finally, something fresh and different for the holidays,” and “Such spellbinding harmonies from the chorus and the band was phenomenal!”

Show director and conductor Ben Smolder is Associate Professor of Voice and Opera at Miami University and Director of the National Schmidt Youth Vocal Competition. He has conducted two productions at Miami University that have received awards for Best Collegiate Production from the National Opera Association. Co-producers Alex and Tiffany Lusht are partners of Cincinnati based Mind Ignition Studios. Mind Ignition specializes in corporate and entertainment event production, servicing clients worldwide.

A SWINGIN’ HOLIDAY: BIG BAND CHORAL SPECTACULAR will be presented at the beautifully renovated Walnut Hills Theatre. The Walnut Hills High School Marching Blue and Gold have been selected to perform in the Paris New Years Day Parade 2016 by Youth Music of the World. This recognition is based on past achievements and excellence in music education at Walnut Hills High School. The students will represent the city of Cincinnati, state of Ohio and United States of America as ambassadors of music. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for a historic program. The Walnut Hills High School Marching Blue and Gold are one of 16 bands in the state of Ohio to qualify and achieve a perfect score at the Ohio Music Education Association state finals in 2014.

Proceeds will help these talented kids make it to Paris!