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March 11, 2020 · 1:11 pm

2020-2021 Season Announced for Broadway in Dayton by Dayton Live

DL_logoThe Victoria Theatre Association and Tickets CenterStage  are now Dayton Live, www.daytonlive.org.

Along with their re-branding, the 2020-2021 Broadway in Dayton season was announced last night.

COME FROM AWAY
October 6-11, 2020

ANASTASIA
November 3-8, 2020

MEAN GIRLS
November 24-29, 2020

JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
January 12-17, 2021

FIDDLER ON THE ROOF
February 9-14, 2021

THE BAND’S VISIT
March 9-14, 2021

Disney’s THE LION KING
May 6-23, 2021

For more information visit www.daytonlive.org/series/broadway.

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March 11, 2020 · 12:37 pm

Auditions Announced for CHARLOTTE’S WEB at Beechmont Players

BPI_logoBeechmont Players announces audition for their summer production of CHARLOTTE’S WEB. 

Auditions are available for children ages 12 – adult. Rehearsals will begin in May and performances will be July 31 – August 8. 

We are going to do auditions online only. Please follow the information below:

  1. Fill out the audition form by clicking this link: http://tinyurl.com/bpicweb
  2. Please make sure you fill out the conflict form completely, as this will determine the rehearsal schedule. The conflict form is on the audition form.
  3. Please prepare a video with the following:
    a. sing 16 – 32 bars of a contemporary theatre song with accompaniment. The accompaniment can be live or recorded.The song needs to be memorized.
    b. 30 seconds to a minute of you dancing to a song. The video needs to show your whole body. You don’t need to do anything choreographed, just dance. We want to see how well you move.
    c. Please email the video to: bpiauditions@gmail.com
  4. Callbacks, if needed, will be done through Zoom. If you are needed for callbacks, we will contact you and send you via email what you need to prepare.
  5. All auditionees will receive a yes or no either via phone call or email.

ALL VIDEOS ARE DUE BY MONDAY, APRIL 20 AT 10 PM. If you have questions/problems, please email us before the deadline.

Looking for music? The link leads you to preview some of the music (scroll down to audio/video) https://www.dramaticpublishing.com/charlotte-s-web-24998

The music was composed by Charles Strouse, who also wrote the music for Annie and Bye Bye Birdie.

We look forward to seeing your talent! Any questions, please email us at bpiauditions@gmail.com or kpwtheatre@gmail.com. 

Karen Wiebe, Director/Vocal Director
Cathy Roesener, Producer
Amy Waldfogle, Choreographer/Vocal Director
Doug Bruening, Stage Manager

Current conditions require that we leave open the possibility that this show will not be produced. However, we are going forward, hoping that we will be able to present this show as scheduled.

Auditions for CHARLOTTE’S WEB are April 19th at 3pm and April 20th at 7pm.

Auditions will consist of singing your song (accompanist will be provided, no recorded accompaniment), learning a dance combination, and possibly reading from the script.

Please bring a headshot, resume, and come dressed to move.

Roles available for ages 12 and up.

Production dates: July 31-Aug. 8.

If you want more information, contact director Karen Wiebe at kpwtheatre@hotmail.com or producer Cathy Roesener at c.a.roesener@gmail.com.

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March 11, 2020 · 12:31 pm

What Mariemont Players is Doing to Keep Our Theater Safe

MPI_logo 2020Dear MPI Patrons and Friends,

As concerns about COVID-19 arise, Mariemont Players wanted to inform you of the steps we’re taking to keep our theater a safe and welcoming place.

At this point, all performances are proceeding as scheduled.

If you are feeling ill, we would be happy to exchange your ticket for a future performance of your scheduled production.

Call our box office at (513)-684-1236 if you need to reschedule.

Here are the steps we’re taking to keep our space safe:

  • Sanitizing the theater, lobby, restrooms, office, and all surface areas daily
  • Keeping the bathrooms stocked with soap and towels
  • Adding hand sanitizers around the building
  • Discontinuing re-use of programs
  • Making programs available at mariemontplayers.com

And here’s how YOU can help:

  • Wash hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds
  • Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer
  • Cover your coughs and sneezes with your arm – not your hands!
  • Avoid touching your face
  • Stay home if you are sick!
  • Get your flu shot
  • If you have recently returned from a country or region with ongoing COVID-19 infections, follow public health guidance and monitor your health. Call your healthcare providers and inform them about your travel history if you need care.

We will continue to monitor this situation, and we’ll make sure you’re informed if the status of performances change.

Thank you for being a friend of Mariemont Players and stay healthy!

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March 11, 2020 · 12:08 pm

Statement on the COVID-19 Novel Coronavirus from The Carnegie

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As the impact of COVID-19 novel coronavirus increases we want you to know that The Carnegie has put additional measures in place to ensure the health and safety of our guests, artists, volunteers and staff.

The Carnegie has implemented strategies recommended by public health authorities and the Center for Disease Control (CDC) for our organization.  We have increased the frequency of cleaning and disinfecting in all public spaces including chairs, tables, door handles, elevator buttons, and other high-density areas.  Alcohol-based sanitizer dispensers for public use are available in the lobby, gallery, theatre, and education center.  All paper programs will strictly be single-use and properly disposed of following each use.

We recommend you continue to take standard precautions, including frequent hand washing, to avoid the spread of any illness.  In accordance with health guidelines and recommendations, we are encouraging any staff, volunteers or guests who feel ill to remain at home for the health and safety of others.

The Carnegie is proud to serve the Northern Kentucky and Greater Cincinnati region.  As COVID-19 novel coronavirus has not yet gained a foothold in our community, The Carnegie is proactively monitoring the changing conditions and making decisions based on current recommendations.

Please do not hesitate to reach out to us at (859) 491-2030 with any questions or concerns.

We are grateful for your ongoing support. The Carnegie has an exciting month ahead with our gallery opening of Jessie Dunahoo and OPEN SOURCE 2.1 on Friday, March 13 from 5-8pm and END OF THE RAINBOW playing weekends March 21 – April 5.

We look forward to seeing you at The Carnegie soon.

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March 10, 2020 · 3:22 pm

Auditions Announced for HOME BREW THEATRE at The Drama Workshop

TDW_Home Brew 5 logoThe Drama Workshop will hold open auditions for its production of Home Brew Theatre.

Dates/Times:

  • Sunday, March 29th at 6pm.-8pm
  • Monday, March 30th at 7pm-9pm.

Please sign up using this link to allow us to prepare properly. Please also arrive a little early to fill out audition paperwork.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A094FA8A622A6FC1-auditions2

LOCATION: * The TDW ANNEX Building, (Location details below.)

Home Brew is TDW’s annual showcase of short plays by local authors, accompanied by a reception featuring beer from West Side Brewing. This year Home Brew will have four performances over the weekend of June 12-14, 2020, including a Saturday matinee. This year again Home Brew Theatre is supported by a generous grant from Summer Fair Cincinnati.

There are 10 directors for the 10 plays.  Auditions will be in front of the panel of directors. There are a variety of roles for actors of all genders and ages, late teen and above. It’s possible for an actor to be cast in more than one play, depending on rehearsal schedule availability. Some of the roles may have been pre-cast depending the director’s preference.

Auditions may be captured on video for directors who can’t be present on both dates.

There will be a short musical for the first time at Home Brew! More on that below.

Actors: Please prepare a one-minute monologue.

After the monologues, actors will do readings from selected Home Brew scripts.The audition sides can be previewed here. https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1R-ow7MncVK_TpOBavYKygHKJoA9fgG5P

The short musical “Puddle Jumpers” requires three late teen aged girls (stage age). Characters are: Holly: alto, Brainy and into science and math. Socially awkward; Becca, sop. 2, fashionista, popular but having a very bad day; and Zith, sop. 1, into D&D, Pokemon and video games. Friendly and hyperactive.  If auditioning for the musical please bring 16 bars of your own recorded backing track, on your own phone or a CD. There won’t be an accompanist.

If cast, all actors will be required to become members of The Drama Workshop.

LOCATION: It’s best to park in the old Capell’s lot at 3640 Gable Ave. Please enter the rear of the TDW Annex building (entrance is at the rear right side of the parking lot). Please email questions to tdw.homebrew@gmail.com

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