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April 11, 2017 · 6:13 am

Auditions Announced for MARY POPPINS at Tree County Players

TREE_logoTree County Players, Greensburg, IN, announces auditions for Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s MARY POPPINS, a musical based on the stories of P.L. Travers and the Walt Disney film.

Audition dates are: April 21 from 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, April 22 from 9:00 am – noon, and April 23 from 1 pm – 3 pm. Auditions will take place at the Tree County Players Office (327 S. Monfort St., Greensburg, IN).

MARY POPPINS is a big show with lots of colorful characters. Many acting, singing and dancing cast members (teen and older) will be needed. There are two major roles for children who can convincingly portray Jane Banks, age 11 and Michael Banks, age 9. A few “ensemble type” children’s roles may also be available

Auditioners will be expected to sing, dance, speak in dialect, present a memorized monologue, complete an audition form (including rehearsal conflicts), and react to questions/requests from the casting group. More audition information is available on the TCP web site (tcpgreensburg.com). Preparation is required. Auditions are by appointment only. Call the director (812-528-5289) for an appointment. Additional dance auditions will be held on April 23 at 3:00 pm at the TCP Office. Dancers and persons auditioning for roles which require dancing (see audition package) must attend dance auditions.

MARY POPPINS, original music and lyrics by Richard M. Sherman and Roger B. Sherman, book by Julian Fellows, new songs and additional music and lyrics by George Stiles and Anthony Drew, co-created by Cameron Mackintosh, is directed by Therese Zins, with vocal direction by Cathy Lincourt. Lydia Woodward is serving as choreographer, and Jenny Zins is assistant director.

The magical show will be presented on June 22, 23 and 24. Thursday and Friday performances’ curtain time is 7 pm. Saturday’s performance begins at 2 pm. All shows take place at Greensburg Junior High School. Tickets, which will be on sale beginning May 1, are $5 for patrons age 18 and under, $12 for Tree County Players’ members, and $15 for non-members. Check our web-site (tcpgreensburg.com) or Facebook page for more ticket information.

Backstage help (set construction and decoration, props, make-up, lights, stage crew, sound, house, publicity, etc.) is also sought. There will NOT be an orchestra for this production. Contact Therese (812-528-5289 or theresezins@yahoo.com) if you’d like to help back stage or if you have any questions.

MARY POPPINS is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are supplied by MTI, 421 W 54th Street, New York, NY 10019, www.MTIshows.com.

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April 10, 2017 · 3:20 pm

Auditions Announced for NATURAL CAUSES at The Drama Workshop

TDW_VERTAUDITIONS for The Drama Workshop’s production of NATURAL CAUSES. Written by Eric Chappell. Directed by Ray Lebowski. Produced by Ray Persing

Auditions will be April 30 and May 1, 2017, at The Glenmore Playhouse, 3716 Glenmore Ave, Cheviot, OH 45211. Doors will open at 6:30pm, and auditions will begin promptly at 7pm. Actors are asked to bring a resume and headshot, and will audition in groups. Auditions will run no later than 9 pm, and may end earlier. Callbacks, if necessary, will be on May 3, 2017. Updates will be posted on the TDW Facebook page. Show dates are October 6, 2017 through October 22, 2017. Performances are Friday and Saturday evenings at 8 pm, Sunday afternoon at 2 pm. Call time is 1 ½ hours before curtain, unless other arrangements are made with the stage manager. Rehearsals will begin in mid-August.

The director is seeking five actors. Needed: 3 men (40-60) and 2 women (one 40s, one 20s). Performers of all ethnic and racial backgrounds are encouraged to audition.

ABOUT THE SHOW: Natural Causes is black comedy at its blackest and best. Walter Bryce contacts Vincent, a travelling salesman who trades in a potion designed to help people commit suicide and move painlessly into the next world. He arrives at Walter’s English country house and mistakenly assumes that the potion is for Walter’s consumption. It becomes clear that the client is Celia, Walter’s wife − or is she? Why are all her suicide letters typed and unsigned? After several thwarted attempts to poison various characters (resulting in the multiple poisonings of a rubber plant), will anyone manage to drink the potion?

Vincent (age 35-55) – Undereducated but intelligent. Makes a modest living working for Exodus, dispensing a colorless, odorless, tasteless all-natural liquid which produces a quick (but not instant), painless death. Very professional in his work; deals in death but is not indiscriminate about it. Has ethics, morals, and pride.

Walter Bryce (age 45-60) – A bit condescending but not an out-and- out snob. Not terribly strong-willed. The money that supports his very comfortable lifestyle belongs to his wife, Celia. He’d like to have that money and to spend it with his hot half-his- age secretary.

Angie (age 25-30) – Walter’s secretary and then some. Neither dim nor bright. Daughter of a friend of Celia. Wants Walter, may want more the money he’ll get if Celia snuffs it. Knows which head Walter is thinking with, also knows he is somewhat weak-willed. Clever and manipulative, but not out-and- out evil.

Celia (age 40-55) – Walters wife. Chronically depressed, of the “I can’t go on”, “Is life worth living?” variety. Languid. Constantly threatening to kill herself, but won’t do it because she thinks Walter needs her more. From moneyed folks. Knows nothing about Walter and Angie.

Withers (age 35-plus) – Volunteer for Samaritans, a suicide prevention organization. Married, with children. Buys into and spouts every “life is beautiful” cliché, at least at first.

Actors who are selected will be contacted by the director. The practice of The Drama Workshop is to notify all auditioners via email of results once the show is cast, after which a cast list will be posted on the TDW website and Facebook page. Those without email who are not cast will not be contacted individually.

AUDITION REQUIREMENTS:
Please bring a current headshot & resume. No prepared monologue is required. Auditions will consist of readings from the script. Callbacks, if needed, will be at the director’s discretion. Bring your calendar and be prepared to list all conflicts. Conflicts not listed at time of audition may not be honored. Those who are cast will be expected to assist with the staging, advertising, or some other aspect of the production. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact Ray Persing at 937.877.6116 or at trpersing@gmail.com.

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April 10, 2017 · 9:03 am

Replacement Production Announced by Cincinnati Music Theatre

cmt_logoComing next spring…

Cincinnati Music Theatre is proud to announce our replacement for Fiddler on the Roof – featuring a timeless score from theatre icons Alan Jay Lerner & Frederick Lowe, CAMELOT is based upon the exciting legend of King Arthur.

Directed by Dennis Murphy, CAMELOT runs May 11 – 19, 2018, at the Aronoff Center for the Arts. Look for auditions this December!

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April 7, 2017 · 3:12 pm

SMALL ENGINE REPAIR Review

SMALL ENGINE REPAIR presented Untethered Theatre and the Clifton Players through April 15. Click here for more information on the production. I attended the opening Friday performance.

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Carter Bratton as Swaino, Nathan Neorr as Frank & Charlie Roetting as Packie. Photo by Kirk Sheppard.

The more I enjoy a show, the less I have to talk about in my review. This review for SMALL ENGINE REPAIR should be pretty brief.

The script is very well-written with believable characters and many laugh-out-loud moments. I enjoyed how the story unfolded, how it kept me guessing on where events were heading, and how it ended with a satisfying conclusion.

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Rupert Spraul as Chad. Photo by Kirk Sheppard.

Director Jared Doren has assembled a strong ensemble. The pacing is spot on. The blocking is natural, uses all available space, and offers good sight lines (especially considering the limitations of the venue).

I wouldn’t have pegged Nathan Neorr as a “father of the year” type, but he is completely believable as Frank and gives a strong, layered performance. Charlie Roetting gives Packie a lovable misfit quality and has great comic timing. As womanizing Swaino, Carter Bratton finds a perfect balance between the swagger and the heart hidden beneath. The three easily click as childhood friends. Rupert Spraul is equally strong as silver-spooned, college jock Chad.

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Nathan Neorr as Frank, Rupert Spraul as Chad, Carter Bratton as Swaino & Charlie Roetting as Packie. Photo by Kirk Sheppard.

Overall a well-written, dark comedy gem, very smartly directed and performed. Not only did the script take me to a place I didn’t expect, it was a hell of a ride getting there.

My rating: 5 out of 5

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April 7, 2017 · 11:43 am

Auditions Announced for HORIZONS OF GOLD at Northern Kentucky Community Theater

NKYCT_logoNorthern Kentucky Community Theater Announces Auditions for HORIZONS OF GOLD, a New Musical

Book by Beth Kenniv
Music by Jeff Smith and James Kenniv
Lyrics by Dave Thompson and Beth Kenniv

Produced and Directed by Benjamin & Kaitlyn Iocco
Music Direction by Benjamin Price
Vocal Direction by Jeff Smith
Choreography by the Dance Center Choreographers

Rose is a young Mexican migrant, abandoned and lost in turbulent 1930s California. She clings to Margaret Thomas, a Kansas farmwife displaced by the Dust Bowl. Together they grieve a lost family and search for home and healing in the midst of unrelenting hardships. Could John Bollen, the generous wheat farmer down the road, be a savior for them both? A powerful journey of the heart unfolds for three people who find their lives intertwined, each desperate to heal the past and embrace a new future.

Performances: August 24-26th
Thursday, Friday, and Saturday at 7:30 PM
Saturday at 2 PM

Location: Anderson Center Theater
7850 Five Mile Road, Anderson Township, OH 45230

Auditions:

  • Friday, May 5th, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
  • Saturday, May 6th, 2 PM – 5 PM

Location: Union Baptist Church
1985 Mt Zion Rd, Union, KY 41091

ALL AGES AND ETHNICITIES WELCOME

Those auditioning are encouraged to sign up for a time slot. Those who arrive without an appointment will be seen during the next available slot. Sign up for an audition time slot here: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080c4eacac2ba2f49-auditions

Callbacks: Monday, May 8th, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Rehearsals: Beginning Saturday, June 3rd
Tuesday and Thursday Evenings

Saturday Mornings and Afternoons
Most cast members will be needed for at least 1-2 rehearsals per week. We will take conflicts into account. No conflicts will be accepted after August 20th. A complete rehearsal schedule will be distributed after the show is cast.

Audition Requirements:

  • 16-32 bars of a musical theater or Gospel song in the style of the show that best showcases your vocal and acting ability. Please bring sheet music in the correct key with your cuts marked. An accompanist will be provided.
  • You may be asked to stay for the dance portion of the audition. Please dress appropriately.
  • You may be asked to read from the script.
  • Resume listing theatrical experience is appreciated; headshot/picture is REQUIRED.
  • Please also bring a completed audition form and a list of known conflicts for June through August. No conflicts will be accepted after August 20th.

Please Note:

  • You can visit www.horizonsofgold.com for more information about the show and to familiarize yourself with the music.
  • We require a participation fee of $40 per cast member.
  • You do not have to be the actual age(s) of the character(s) you are auditioning for, just be able to look and act accordingly.
  • Some roles may double.

If you have any questions, contact us at nkyctheater@gmail.com.

Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1200251940092217/

Cast Breakdown:

  • Rose (early 20s): a Mexican migrant, a survivor; loyal, passionate. Vocal range: mezzo soprano with belt – A3-E5
  • Margaret Thomas (late 40s): a farmwife; steadfast, determined. Vocal range: alto/mezzo soprano – A3-C#5
  • John Bollen (late 30s-early 40s): a prosperous farmer; rugged, tender, heroic. Vocal range: high baritone – B2-G4
  • Lawrence Thomas (mid 40s): Margaret’s brother-in-law, a businessman; unscrupulous; introduced I-10 – may double. No solo singing.
  • Edward Thomas (early 50s): Margaret’s husband; stubborn, defeated, good; I-1, I-2 only – may double. No solo singing.
  • William Thomas (early 20s): Margaret’s older son; responsible; I-1, I-2, I-3 only – may double. Any voice type.
  • Charlie Thomas (20): Margaret’s younger son; fun-loving; I-1, I-2, I-3 only – may double. Any voice type.
  • Opal (18-20): Charlie’s girl; sweet, sincere; 18-20; I-2, I-3, I-4 only – may double. Any voice type.
  • Pearl (20): Nettie’s sister; motherly, caring; introduced I-7. Vocal Range: Alto
  • Nettie (14-18): Pearl’s sister; dreamy and dramatic; introduced I-7. Any voice type.
  • Alice (20s): farm girl; self-focused, catty; introduced I-8. No solo singing.
  • Hank (20s-30s): a good-natured farmhand; introduced I-8 – may double. Part singing.
  • Otis & Clarence (20-30s): dim-witted farmhands; good comedic timing needed; introduced I-8 – may double. Part singing.
  • An active ensemble of all ages and voice types that includes many individually-featured roles and soloists (Mama & Papa, Foreman, Gospel Quartet, Ethel & Edith, etc.)

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