Yearly Archives: 2018

September 18, 2018 · 9:39 am

ECHOES OF MIAMI Runs Oct. 18-21

MU_logoECHOES OF MIAMI
Miami University
Oct. 18-21
Various locations around Center for Performing Arts [Oxford]

Conceived by Saffron Henke
Written by Olivia Gorom, Meryl Juergens, Tanner McCormick, Katelyn Nevin, Melissa Rowan, and Anthony Thompson

Directed by Caroline Avolio, Nate Bissinger, Olivia Gorom, Christiana Molldrem Harkulich, Saffron Henke, Raechel Lombardo, and Tanner McCormick

The myths, legends, and history of Miami itself echo through time in this collection of ten-minute plays written entirely by Miami University students and alumni. Miami’s most mischievous specter, Helen Peabody, will lead audiences to multiple locations to witness performances that will transcend genre and time periods, highlighting the musicality, comedy, poetry, horror, and memories that have been woven into Miami’s own rich story.

  • Thu-Sun, Oct. 18-21 at 7:30pm

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September 18, 2018 · 9:04 am

Auditions Announced for AIN’T MISBEHAVIN’ at Dayton Playhouse

DPH_logoAIN’T MISBEHAVIN’
Directed by Kip Moore

Performances: January 18 – February 3, 2019

Auditions: November 5 – 6, 2018 at The Dayton Playhouse at 7pm

Seeking Actor/Singers that have comedic ability, move well, a varied vocal range, and are able to handle tight vocal harmonies. Looking to cast three ladies and two gentleman.

To audition, please prepare 16 bars of a song in the style of the show. Accompanist provided.

ROLES

  • Andre– African American male, age 25-45. Baritone. An unrepentant party hound. A flirt and a bit of a womanizer.
  • Armelia– African American female, age 25-55. Soprano. A voluptuous and sassy woman. Very strong-willed and not afraid to share her thoughts.
  • Charlaine– African American female, age 18-35. Mezzo. A sweet, young lady. Very innocent.
  • Ken– African American male, age 25-55. Bari-Tenor. Jovial, cheerful, and loud. Larger than life.
  • Nell– African American female, age 30-45. Mezzo. Confident and charming. A knowledgeable woman of the world.

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September 18, 2018 · 8:52 am

Auditions Announced for EUNICE: STAR AND CLAY at University of Dayton

UOD_logoEUNICE: STAR AND CLAY, an original work co-produced by the Theatre, Dance, and Performance Technology Program and OFP Theatre & Productions, recipient of the Ohio Governor’s Award for the Arts 2018.

Seeking professional actors for this Non-Union Paid Poetic Drama/Musical production at the University of Dayton Boll Theatre.

Mon, Sept. 24 from 7-10pm

University of Dayton Theatre, Dance, and Performance Technology Program
300 College Park, Dayton, Ohio 45469

  • Please prepare a song and bring sheet music for accompanist if planning to audition for the role of Eunice/Nina or another part that indicates singing (see below).
  • Readings from the script will be used for the audition, no prepared monologue is necessary.
  • Resume and headshot welcomed but not required.
  • If you are unable to arrive at 7pm, please email the stage manager, Alexa Denney, to indicate your arrival time: denneya2@udayton.edu

Rehearsal Dates:
Oct 22-Nov 18 Evening rehearsals TBD
Nov 19, 20 Tech part 1
Nov 26-29 Tech part 2

Show Dates:
Nov 30. and Dec 1 @ 8pm

Synopsis:
A riveting poetic musical about the Black activist, classically trained pianist and High Priestess of Soul being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Born Eunice Waymon, Nina Simone captures the spirit of her heritage, womanhood, racial oppression and the Black Arts Movement through her global musical platform. This original production honors Nina Simone’s legacy while imagining her artistic and activist responses to the current movement.

Character Descriptions:

  • Eunice/ Nina Simone: African American woman, 30’s, Singer, & Musician
  • Sam Waymon: African American man, mid-20’s, Eunice’s brother/road manager/musician
  • James Baldwin: African American man, late 30’s-early 40’s, writer, activist, friend to Eunice
  • Andrew Stroud: Mixed race/multiracial, early 40’s, Eunice’s husband, manager, singer
  • Flight Passenger: African American woman, 50+
  • Visual Artist: African American woman, 50+
  • 2 Singers, open gender, 18+
  • 2 Poets/Spoken Word Artists, open gender, 18+

For Questions, please contact: Sierra Leone of pproductionusa@gmail.com 937-241-4957 & Michelle Hayford mhayford1@udayton.edu 937-229-3950

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September 17, 2018 · 4:16 pm

The Carnegie Presents IN LOVE AND WARCRAFT

TC_In Love and Warcraft logoWHAT: The Carnegie presents IN LOVE AND WARCRAFT

WHEN: Weekends November 3 –18, 2018

  • Saturday, November 3, 7:30 p.m. ● Sunday, November 4, 3 p.m.
  • Friday, November 9, 7:30 p.m. ● Saturday, November 10, 7:30 p.m. ● Sunday, November 11, 3 p.m.
  • Friday, November 16, 7:30 p.m. ● Saturday, November 17, 7:30 p.m. ● Sunday, November 18, 3 p.m.

WHERE: The Carnegie | 1028 Scott Blvd | Covington, KY 41011

TICKETS: Tickets $26, $23 for Carnegie Members and ArtsPass Members, $19 for students. Tickets to Carnegie Theater Series performances are available at The Carnegie Box Office, open Tuesday-Friday 12 p.m. – 5 p.m., online at www.thecarnegie.com, or by phone at (859) 957-1940.

DESCRIPTION: Evie Malone, a college senior and gamer girl, has it all figured out. She commands a top-ranked guild in World of Warcraft with her virtual boyfriend, and makes money writing love letters for people having relationship problems. She makes game plans, employs strategies, and doesn’t take stupid risks…until she falls in love in real life. No amount of gaming expertise will help her out when she finds herself with a non-virtual, totally real, and incredibly cute boyfriend.

A rom-com for the digital generation, IN LOVE AND WARCRAFT is a new take on society and romance in the age of the Internet with plenty of fantasy, adventure, and humor.

CONTENT ADVISORY: Adult Themes, Explicit Language

IN LOVE AND WARCRAFT is presented by special arrangement with SAMUEL FRENCH, INC.

The 2018-19 Carnegie Theatre Series is presented by the Otto M. Budig Family Foundation. Additional support comes from the Kentucky Department of Tourism. The Performer Sponsor for IN LOVE AND WARCRAFT is Baird. 

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September 17, 2018 · 4:04 pm

Cast Announced for MARISOL at NKU School of Arts

NKU_SOTA logoAnnouncing the cast of MARISOL at NKU School of the Arts.

The cast includes :

  • Marisol ­­­– Kearston Hawkins-Johnson
  • Angel – Je ‘Shaun Jackson
  • June and 2nd Voice – Ashley Martin
  • Lenny – Calvin Taylor
  • Man with Golf Club and Subway Announcer – Charles Adams
  • Man with Scar Tissue and Radio Voice – Jarod Higgins
  • Man with Ice Cream and 3rd Voice – Christian Silva
  • Woman with Furs and 1st Voice – Brenda Moran
  • Angel of Chaos and Dance Captain – D. J. Bruegge
  • Angel of Chaos – Arianna Catalano
  • Angel of Chaos – Heather Handrich
  • Angel of Chaos – Emma Moss
  • Angel of Chaos – Grace Vetter

Performances run Oct. 23-27. Visit nku.edu/sotatickets to purchase tickets for MARISOL and other 2018-2019 NKU Theatre + Dance Season productions.

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