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June 27, 2024 · 5:20 pm

Auditions Announced for THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY at Dayton Playhouse

DPH_logoMon & Tue, July 22 & 23 at 7pm

Dayton Playhouse
1301 E Seibenthaler Ave
Dayton, OH 45414

About the musical: Based on the best-selling novel, and developed by Tony Award winner Jason Robert Brown (The Last Five Years, Parade, Songs for a New World) and
Pulitzer Prize winner Marsha Norman, The Bridges of Madison County captures the lyrical expanse of America’s heartland along with the yearning entangled in the eternal question, “What if…?” Winner of the 2014 Tony Award for Best Score and Orchestrations, this sweeping romance about the roads we travel, the doors we open and the bridges we dare to cross will leave audiences breathless.

Additional information: Please prepare no more than 32 bars that best show off your vocal abilities and bring sheet music in your key. An accompanist will be provided. No acapella auditions will be accepted. There may be readings from the script, and there
will be no dance/movement call.

Performance dates: Sept. 13-29

Francesca Johnson—Female—35-50yo
Lead, Soprano. An Italian woman, generous, luminous and funny. Now married to a farmer and living in Iowa.
VOCAL RANGE: G3-Ab5

Robert Kincaid—Male—30-50yo
Lead, Baritone. A rugged, worldly and visionary photographer traveling through Iowa.
VOCAL RANGE: B2-A4.

Richard “Bud” Johnson—Male—35-50yo
Supporting, Baritone. Francesca’s husband. An Iowa farmer, a good guy, diligent and dependable, but always exhausted and irritated that things haven’t gotten easier.
VOCAL RANGE: C3-F4.

Michael Johnson—Male—16yo
Supporting, Tenor. Francesca and Bud’s son. A farm boy who REALLY wants to drive.
VOCAL RANGE: E3-Ab4

Carloyn Johnson—Female—Mid-teen
Supporting, Mezzo. Francesca and Bud’s daughter. About to show her award-winning steer at the state fair. Wants something more than Iowa.
VOCAL RANGE: A3-C5

Marian—Female—35-50yo
Featured, Mezzo. Robert’s former wife, a musician.
VOCAL RANGE: A3-D5

Chiara—Female—18-56yo
Featured, Mezzo. Francesca’s sister still living in Italy.
VOCAL RANGE: A3-D5

Marge—Female—45-60+yo
Alto. Francesca’s neighbor, sassy and nosy.
VOCAL RANGE: G3-C5

Charlie—Male—45-60+yo
Supporting, Bass. Marge’s husband.
VOCAL RANGE: E3-C4

Ensemble—both genders—18-60+yo
All vocal ranges (SATB, one or two of each)

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June 27, 2024 · 5:18 pm

Cast Announced for UNNECESSARY FARCE at Lebanon Theatre Company

LTC_logoThe production staff is excited to get started.

  • Director – Kurt Percy
  • Stage Manager and Assistant Director – ErinMarie Suscheck
  • Producer – Evan Smith
  • Set Designer – Brian Trainer
  • Costume Designer – Abby Kinnbrew Smith
  • Costume Technician – Karen Eifert.

Tickets are available at ltcplays.com.

The cast includes:

  • Brian Laughlin as Mayor Meekly
  • BJ Simpson as Todd
  • Abby Kinnebrew Smith as Karen Brown
  • Michael Cline as Agent Frank
  • Karen Oehler as Mary Meekly
  • Jessica Armour as Billie Dwyer
  • Jacob Stone as Eric Sheridan

Performances run Aug. 30-Sept. 7.

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June 27, 2024 · 5:16 pm

TICK, TICK…BOOM! Runs July 19-28

TC_Tick Tick BoomTICK, TICK…BOOM!
The Carnegie
July 19-28
[Covington]

Cast: Patrick Earl Phillips as Jon, JT Langlas as Michael & Others & Annika Jonker as Susan and Others

Before there was RENT, there was TICK, TICK… BOOM!, Jonathan Larson’s explosive musical about life, death, and the necessity of art. The semi-autobiographical story follows Jon, a composer struggling to break into New York City’s theatre scene. This intimate, three-actor musical boasts unforgettable songs including “30/90,” “Johnny Can’t Decide,” and the Sondheim-inspired “Sunday.” Set in 1990 and fueled by the groundbreaking music that redefined a genre, TICK, TICK… BOOM! cracks open the ticking-time-bomb world of theatre-making to celebrate the power of finding your voice and holding on to a dream. Contains some strong language, suggestive material, and drug references.

  • Fri-Sat, July 19-20 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, July 21 at 3pm
  • Fri-Sat, July 26-27 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, July 28 at 3pm

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June 27, 2024 · 5:16 pm

GILLIGAN’S ISLAND the Musical Runs July 19-28

KRT_Gilligans IslandGILLIGAN’S ISLAND the Musical
Kincaid Regional Theatre
July 19-28
[Falmouth, Ky.]

Cast: Dylan Perez as Gilligan, Darin Hart as Skipper, Delaney O’Toole as Ginger, Emma Wright as Mary Ann, Gunnar Shoemake as The Professor, Bethany English as Lovey, Patrick Stanley as Thurston & Hannah Conrad as The Alien

Gilligan’s Island: The Musical is a family-friendly stage musical version of the ever popular and iconic 60’s TV comedy show “Gilligan’s Island.” Shipwrecked on a remote Pacific island, the seven castaways build huts and begin to explore their surroundings. They discover strange hieroglyphics in a spooky cave, which speak of an ancient legend. The weather gets rough, Gilligan foils the best-laid of the castaway’s rescue plans…romance develops…the castaways have an out-of-this-world encounter…it’s fun, wacky and entertaining with 18 original, tuneful and memorable songs.

  • Fri, July 19 at 6:30pm (Opening Night Beach Party)
  • Sat, July 20 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Sun, July 21 at 2:30pm
  • Thu-Fri, July 25-26 at 7pm
  • Sat, July 27 at 2pm
  • Sun, July 28 at 2:30pm
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June 27, 2024 · 5:14 pm

OLIVER! Runs July 19-27

MTC_OliverOLIVER!
Merit Theatre Company
July 19-27
Anderson Center [Anderson Township]

Cast: Sam Level as Oliver Twist, John Dorney as Mr. Bumble,
Geri Campbell as Widow Corney, Karl Bolinger as Mr. Sowerberry, Miriam Cantwell as Mrs. Sowerberry, Adria Whitfill as Charlotte, Tristan McKenna as The Artful Dodger, Matt Dentino as Fagin, James Davis as Charley Bates, Phil Nelson as Bill Sikes, Marley Davis as Nancy, Corinne Baumann as Bet, Jeff Carter as Mr. Brownlow, Rhonda Hanneken as Mrs. Bedwin, Jason Snowberger as Dr. Grimwig, Ruth Lacey as Sally & Rachel Cobbs, Adria Whitfill, Claire Hunkler as “Who Will Buy” Rose Seller, Milkmaid, & Strawberry Seller
Adult Ensemble: Karl Bolinger, Miriam Cantwell, Rachel Cobbs, Morgan Becker, Bob Dronberger, Hannah Greer, Ben Iocco, Heather Lacey, Ruth Lacey, Max McDaniel, Noah Steffen, Anna Rape, Jason Snowberger & Adria Whitfill
Children’s Ensemble: Millie Baer, Oliver Clark, Cecillia Davis, James Davis, Maria Davis, Elena Escamilla, Emmett Heubach, Evelyn Heubach, Claire Hunkler, Michael Laws, Zoe Lemma, Gianna Lemma, Colton McKenna, Sebastian McKenna, Anna Manion, Joseph Manion & Joseph Nelson

Lionel Bart’s musical theatre masterpiece based on Charles Dickens novel, Oliver Twist. While a story of redemption, does contain references to and depictions of domestic abuse, substance abuse, and violence. Viewer discretion is advised.

  • Fri, July 19 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, July 20 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Sun, July 21 at 3pm
  • Thu-Fri, July 26-26 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, July 27 at 2pm & 7:30pm

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