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February 16, 2022 · 9:29 am

Reading of WHY GOOD THINGS HAPPEN TO BAD PEOPLE at Cincinnati LAB Theatre

LAB_Why Good Things Happen to Bad PeopleCincinnati Lab Theatre is excited to announce that Cincinnati LAB Theatre will be presenting readings of WHY GOOD THINGS HAPPEN TO BAD PEOPLE, a farce by Hope Hommersand. Directed by Robert Allen.

The readings are presented February 18th & 19th, 2022 at 8PM. All performances will be presented in Cincinnati at the Madcap Education Center 3064 Harrison Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45211

Synopsis: A witch becomes a celebrity chef and a minister discovers she has been leading an inauthentic life. The action takes place in a vacation cottage owned by Mavis, a witch and master chef. Guests include Vivian, a minister, who is having an emotional meltdown because of a sermon she has to give next Sunday. Viv’s two friends are there to celebrate their wedding anniversary. What should have been a joyful evening turns into a manic episode of accusations, confessions and mistaken identities, all due to the machinations of Mavis, her jealous boyfriend and the interference of a local ghost.

Featuring: Aiden Sims, Linda Callahan, Torie Pate, David Derringer, Jazz McMullen, and Elizabeth Hickerson.

Tickets are $5 for readings. All tickets will be sold at the door. We accept cash or credit card.

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February 16, 2022 · 9:21 am

ON THE TOWN Runs March 17-April 10

CCPA_On the Town logoON THE TOWN
Covedale Center for the Performing Arts
March 17-April 10
[West Price Hill]

Co-directed & choreographed by Maggie Perrino & Genevieve Perrino
Music directed by Greg Dastillung

Cast: Christopher Wells as Gabey, Christian Arias as Ozzie, Gabriel Kanai Nakata as Chip, Kate Stark as Ivy Smith, Kali Marsh as Claire, Anna Rae Brown (as Hildy, Nick Godfrey as Workman 1/Pitkin, Cassidy Steele as Lucy Schmeeler & Madeline Stern as Madame Maude P. Dilly
Ensemble: Jerrod Gruber, Aaron Marshall, Anthony Nocero, Jordan Ward, Sarah Condon, Maria Huey, Alyssa Johnson & Elena Boyd

ON THE TOWN, the energetic wartime musical about three sailors on a 24-hour leave in New York City, features thrilling music by Leonard Bernstein with playful lyrics and book by Betty Comden and Adolph Green. The show’s celebrated score includes a number of musical theatre standards, including “Come Up to My Place,” “I Can Cook, Too,” “Some Other Time” and “New York, New York.”

2/16/22 – Mask policy

  • Thu, March 17 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, March 18-19 at 8pm
  • Sun, March 20 at 2pm
  • Thu, March 24 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, March 25-26 at 8pm
  • Sun, March 27 at 2pm
  • Thu, March 31 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, April 1-2 at 8pm
  • Sun, April 3 at 2pm
  • Thu, April 7 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, April 8-9 at 8pm
  • Sun, April 10 at 2pm

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February 15, 2022 · 1:50 pm

Auditions Announced for THE OLD MAN AND THE OLD MOON at Dayton Theatre Guild

DTGOpen audition notice for THE OLD MAN AND THE OLD MOON, a play with music
Book, Music, and Lyrics by Pigpen Theatre Co.

Auditions will be held Mon & Tue, Mar 14 & 15, 2022, starting at 7:00 pm both nights.
Production dates: May 27-June 12, 2022

The Dayton Theatre Guild at the Caryl D. Philip TheatreScape
430 Wayne Ave, Dayton OH, 45410
937-278-5993 — http://www.daytontheatreguild.org

Directed by Jeff Sams
Produced by Debra Strauss

THE OLD MAN AND THE OLD MOON, refilling the light that spills out every night. When his wife unexpectedly leaves home, The Old Man abandons his post to find her and plunges the world into darkness. His eventful journey across land, air, and sea reminds them —- and us —- of the unwavering power of love. This is basic storytelling at its best, and a lesson about the inevitability of change. It reminds us of the magic of folktales that take place in a timeless land far, far away.

Casting Requirements:

  • Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script.
  • A résumé and headshot are not required but are encouraged.
  • Please be prepared to list all conflicts, including weekends, between Apr 4 & Jun 12, 2022.

MASKS ARE REQUIRED FOR EVERYONE AUDITIONING OR OTHERWISE.
ALL CAST AND CREW ARE REQUIRED TO BE VACCINATED FOR COVID-19

This is a movement play. The director is looking for a strong group of actors who are comfortable with physical movement and singing on stage. Experience as a puppeteer is a plus. All actors should be able to sit, stand, move, and lift objects easily.

This production will use 7 actors to play nearly 30 roles by changing costume pieces and using hand props. Actors never leave the stage and work as an ensemble to tell the story. Those auditioning may be asked to attempt a British, Scottish, or Irish dialect. Playing an instrument is not necessary, but please let us know if you are able.

Be prepared to sing 16 Bars of a song in the style of the show. A folk song would be great. An accompanist will be provided.

Those auditioning should dress comfortably for movement and be prepared to learn and sing an excerpt from a song.

Here is a link to a Google folder which includes a perusal of the script and the audition sides:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ir_IWYEAJ-CxPkVXn9wWm2lncYBk-opt

  • Actor 1 (Male):
    The Old Man ‐‐ *THIS ROLE HAS BEEN PRECAST
  • Actor 2 (Male)
    Matheson, Patron ‐‐ *THIS ROLE HAS BEEN PRECAST
  • Actor 3 (Female)
    Butcher, Ben, Callahan, Rebel Two, Perry
  • Actor 4 (Female)
    Mabelu, Fine Lady, Dog (puppet)
  • Actor 5 (Male)
    Boatswain One, Llewellyn, Ghost Singer
  • Actor 6 (Female)
    The Old Woman, Boatswain Two, Mickey, Captain, Bartley, Young Woman
  • Actor 7 (Male)
    Fishmonger, Clerk, Cookie, Rebel One, Bartender,Solomon

The show runs weekends May 27-June 12, 2022

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February 15, 2022 · 1:25 pm

ACT Cincinnati’s WINTER FORUM on Feb. 26

ACT_logoLooking for some entertainment on a cold, wintery February afternoon, but don’t want to venture out? Well, ACT Cincinnati is here to answer the call! Mark your calendars and join us on Saturday, February 26th at 1:00pm for ACT Cincinnati’s Annual Winter Forum, presented by ACT’s Long-Range Judging Committee.

This year’s forum will once again be held virtually, so snuggle up in your favorite chair, grab a beverage of your choice, and tune in to hear three of the most respected and knowledgeable people in our community talk about their areas of expertise. Each of our presenters brings years of education, training, and real-world experience to this event, so you won’t want to miss it.

Though the forum’s purpose is to help educate adjudicators and ACT group presidents on what adjudicators should be looking for when coming to see shows and how they should be responding to those observables, anyone involved in community theater- either onstage or offstage- will benefit from hearing these three wonderful presentations.

This year’s presenters and topics are:

  • Betsy Obermeyer on Props and Set Décor
  • Dee Anne Bryll on Choreography
  • Derek Snow on Acting

Tune in details:

DATE:         February 26, 2022
TIME:         1:00 to 4:00 PM ET
LINK:         https://youtube.com/channel/UCTaEaFd1Onej9HZgBQWj3zQDon’t miss out~ hope to “see” you all next Saturday!

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February 15, 2022 · 10:44 am

Auditions Announced for EVELYN’S DRESS From Time Warp Film Company

MISC_Auditions2My name is Savvy Gorman. I have recently founded Time Warp Company, a film company that focuses on the production of short films, and my team and I are producing a short film entitled “Evelyn’s Dress”.

These auditions will be held at Millikin Woods Park on March 19th from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM and signups are posted on SignUp Genius. Our page on their site will also include the Synopsis and Character Descriptions.

We are calling for two adults, one female presenting age 25-40 and the other male presenting age 35-45. The actors will not receive compensation due to this being a student film. We are, however, looking for adults willing to work with and be directed by High School students while maintaining a professional work environment. We are asking that everyone signs up with their legal name. Lastly, we are requesting, not requiring, that every person that signs up for an audition provides evidence that they have not previously been charged with any lewd and lascivious acts with a minor.

Synopsis:
Evelyn’s Dress is the story of Ashley Hanson and Evelyn Foster, two 17-year-old girls that are 100 years apart, brought together by a journal that defies all logic. The girls grow closer and closer until tragedy strikes, forcing one of the girls to learn to carry on alone. She will have to find a way to bring both their dreams and aspirations into fruition.

Character Descriptions:

Lucille Foster (Female presenting; Ages 25-40) – Evelyn’s mother. She is from 1921. She speaks with purpose and thinks through every word she says to make sure she has the best influence for her daughter. She is the caretaker but eventually lets Evelyn care for her in return.

Don Hanson (Male presenting; Ages 30-45)- Ashley’s dad. He is from 2021. He is doing his best as a single parent after his wife’s death the previous year. He gets confused easily and needs things to be straightforward but he’s still proud of his daughter for her work.

Thank You,

Savvy Gorman

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