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Actors Needed for THE BOOK CLUB PLAY at Middletown Lyric Theatre

MLT_logoTHE BOOK CLUB PLAY By Karen Zacarias
April 21, 22, 28 & 29

Rehearsals begin – Mid-March

A hit comedy about books and the people who love them. When the members of a devoted book club become the subjects of a documentary filmmaker and accept a provocative new member, their long-standing group dynamics take a hilarious turn. Sprinkled with, joy and novels galore. This play contains mild adult language.

ROLES AVAILABLE:

  • Lily: African-American 30s or look somewhere in that age range. Says things that she doesn’t realize will “stir the pot” so to speak.
  • Alex: 30s –  having been dumped at the altar by his bride-to-be, decides he must change his life, which for a professor of comparative literature, means changing what he reads.
  • Will: mid 30s – 40 –  the closeted gay man who finally emerges into the light. Unlike many such characters, however, it seems that Will is quite unaware that he is closeted because he has never understood himself gay.

CONTACT: Charley Shafor at cshafor@middletownlyric.org to schedule an audition.

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Auditions Announced for ANNIE at Covedale Center for the Performing Arts

CLPCincinnati Landmark Productions to hold auditions for 2017 holiday musical, ANNIE.

  • Sat. Aug. 12th Noon-3pm for LITTLE GIRLS only AND 3-5pm ADULTS only
  • Sun Aug. 13th Noon-3pm for LITTLE GIRLS ONLY AND 4-6:30pm ADULTS only

Callback date/time:
Mon Aug. 14th 7-9pm

Please note: Everyone will not have to attend callbacks – you will be asked to attend. If you are asked to attend, make plans to do so.

Where: Covedale Center for the Performing Arts, 4990 Glenway Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45238

If you’d like the audition forms sent to you in advance, email Jennifer Perrino at jenniferperrino@covedalecenter.com.

Important Audition Information for ADULTS

  • Please prepare to sing a song in the style of the show – 16 to 32 bars of a song that best demonstrates your vocal ability.
  • You will be given a short side to read at the audition.
  • You may have to complete a dance audition. Please dress appropriately.
  • ADULTS Must be a minimum of 17 years of age to audition.
  • ADULTS MUST HAVE A RESUME listing theatrical experience in order to audition.
  • A headshot/picture is appreciated. Please bring a headshot and resume

Important Audition Information for LITTLE GIRLS

  • Please prepare to sing a song in the style of the show – 16 to 32 bars of a song that best demonstrates your vocal ability.
  • You will be given a short side to read at the audition.
  • You may have to complete a dance audition. Please dress appropriately.
  • LITTLE GIRLS MUST be a minimum of 8 years of age to audition.
  • LITTLE GIRLS MUST be able to read well.
  • LITTLE GIRLS DO NOT have to provide A RESUME listing theatrical experience in order to audition. If you have a resume, bring it.
  • A headshot/picture is appreciated but not required.

No more than 2 conflicts will be accepted for this production. All roles are paid positions.
NO ROLES HAVEN BEEN PRECAST

Rehearsals begin Oct 10, 2017

Cast members do not have to be the actual ages of the characters in any of the productions – But must be able to look age appropriate and act accordingly.

ANNIE
November 30 – December 23, 2017
Book by Thomas Meehan; Music By Charles Strouse; Lyrics by Martin Charnin

With equal measures of pluck and positivity, little orphan Annie charms everyone’s hearts despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City. She is determined to find the parents who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of a New York City Orphanage that is run by the cruel, embittered Miss Hannigan. With the help of the other girls in the Orphanage, Annie escapes to the wondrous world of NYC. In adventure after fun-filled adventure, Annie foils Miss Hannigan’s evil machinations… and even befriends President Franklin Delano Roosevelt! She finds a new home and family in billionaire, Oliver Warbucks, his personal secretary, Grace Farrell, and a lovable mutt named Sandy. Features some of the greatest musical theatre hits ever written, including “Tomorrow”. Winner of 7 Tony Awards, including Best Musical.

Tim Perrino, Director;
Steve Goers, Music Director;
Karie-Lee Sutherland, Choreographer;
Holly M. Davis, Production Stage Manager

For more information on auditions, contact us at (513) 241 – 6550. Check us out on the web at www.cincinnatilandmarkproductions.com.

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Cast Announced for THE WOMEN at Dayton Playhouse

DPH_logoDayton Playhouse would like to introduce you to the cast of THE WOMEN:

  • MARY Rachel Wilson
  • NANCY Vicki Toccillo
  • PEGGY Yara Khalil
  • SYLVIA Libby Scancarello
  • EDITH Ame Clase
  • CRYSTAL ALLEN Jenna Gomes
  • COUNTESS DE LAGE Becky Howard
  • MIRIAM AARONS Ellen Ballerene
  • MRS. MOREHEAD Marcia Nowik
  • JANE Ashley Sisson
  • LITTLE MARY Danikah Skaroupka

ENSEMBLE

  • Tamar Fishbein
  • Carrin Ragland
  • Heather Carrell
  • Caitlin Blackford
  • Rene Frank Reed
  • Danielle Dowur
  • Lindsay Cardozo
  • Cheryl Mellen
  • Tiffany Williams

Performances run March 10-19. For more information visit http://wordpress.thedaytonplayhouse.com.

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RICHARD III Runs Feb. 17-March 11

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Billy Chace as RICHARD III. Photo by Mikki Schaffner Photography.

RICHARD III
Cincinnati Shakespeare Company
Feb. 17-March 11
Downtown 

Shakespeare’s game of thrones enters its endgame as the history cycle’s final chapter takes the stage. The ruthless, remorseless and relentless Richard Plantaganet has his eyes set on the throne of England, and he makes the happy earth his hell as he carves a bloody swath through all that stands in his way. The History Cycle comes to its thrilling conclusion with the story of England’s most murderous monarch, Richard III.

  • In preview, Wed-Thu, Feb. 15-16 at 7:30pm. All seats $25.
  • Fri-Sat, Feb. 17-18 at 7:30pm
  • Thu-Sat, Feb. 23-25 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, Feb. 26 at 2pm
  • Thu-Sat, March 2-4 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, March 5 at 2pm
  • Thu-Fri, March 9-10 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, March 11 at 2pm & 7:30pm

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Cast Announced for THE CIVIL WARS at Showbiz Players

SBP_logoShowbiz Players first produced “THE CIVIL WAR” in 2002 and was chosen to represent the State of Ohio at AACT 5 State Regional Final. We were 1st Runner-Up. In 2006, the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center asked us to do an encore performance for Tall Stacks. In 2017, Showbiz has chosen “THE CIVIL WAR” to celebrate it’s 30 year history and to be it’s final production. We are overwhelmed and extremely proud to finally announce the cast for this amazing production:

The Soldiers…

  • Capt. Emmett Lochran……Lane Cohen (Union Capt. 2002 – returning from Denver, Co)
  • Capt. John Todd…..Ken Goldhoff (Union Capt. 2006)
  • Capt. George B. Swan….Jeff Richardson
  • Capt. Billy Pierce….Steve Hofferber
  • Capt. Victor Beauregard/AutoLycus Fell…Mike Fielder (2006)
  • Bill McEwen…Zac Huffman (2006)
  • Nathaniel Taylor….Michael “Mikey” Mills
  • Horatio Wright…..Gary Rogers
  • Spencer Adams…Kent Smith
  • Richardson Allen…..Karl Bolinger
  • Patrick Barns…..Scott Ledyard (2002/2006)
  • Samuel Taylor…..Justin Stallkamp
  • Cyrus Stevens….Dana Kisor
  • Virgil Hendricks….Andrew Weidner

The Enslaved

  • Benjamin….Glenn Davis (2006)
  • Exter…..Henry Farfsing (2002 & 2006)
  • Bessie Toler….Rita Winters (2002 & 2006)
  • Douglass – Charles McClinon (2006)
  • Clayton Toler – Royce Winters (2002 & 2006)
  • Harriet…Adia Dobbins (former Nala, National Tour-the Lion King)
  • Jeremiah…Tony Wright (2002 & 2006)
  • Bethea…Kyndra Dyanne Jefferies
  • Letty….Charice Davis
  • Jessey…Linda Meador
  • Nea….Meredith Strayhorn

Civilians

  • The Narrator/Lincoln Speeches…Joel Lind
  • Sarah McEwen…Emily Rowekamp
  • Hannah Ropes…Deb Cornetet Schubert (2006)
  • Clara Barton…Amy Wingert Gilmore (2002 & 2006)
  • Pauline Cushman-Grave – Cathy Bennett (2002 & 2006)
  • Dorothea Lynde Dix…Sharon Shelton

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