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Auditions Announced for A PLAID CHRISTMAS at Lebanon Theatre Company

LTC_logoAuditions for A PLAID CHRISTMAS are September 12 and 13, from 6:30 to 8p.m.

The cast consists of 4 younger men (play early 30’s or younger) who can harmonize well and can move like the boy groups from the ‘50s. Not as involved as the Temps, but more than just snapping fingers. Singers with personality and humor are a plus for this wacky yet touching show.

​Auditions will be held at our theater, 10 S. Mechanic St., Lebanon, OH.

​Performances will be Dec. 8-11.

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Auditions Announced for SANDERS FAMILY CHRISTMAS at The Drama Workshop

TDW_VERTAuditions for The Drama Workshop’s Production of
SANDERS FAMILY CHRISTMAS Running December 2-18, 2022
By Connie Ray & Alan Bailey & John Foley & Gary Fagin

Directed by Judy Berrens
Music directed by Maria Palassis

Auditions will be held Sept 8 and 9, 2022, from 7– 9 p.m. at The Drama Workshop, 3716 Glenmore, 45211.  Doors open at 6:30pm.  Parking in lots around the building.

Be aware that the Harvest Home Fair Parade, in Cheviot, is taking place on Thursday, Sept 8, starting at 6 p.m., (https://www.harvesthomefair.com/events/parade/), so parking is at a premium. Harrison Ave will be closed at North Bend Rd.

Roles: 4 Male, 3 Female

  • MERVIN OGLETHORPE – pastor of Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, 30s – 40s
  • BURL SANDERS – father, 40s – 50s
  • VERA – mother, 40s – 50s
  • STANLEY – uncle, 30s – 50s
  • DENNIS and DENISE – twins, 20s – 30s
  • JUNE – sister, 20s – 30s

In this sequel to the ever-popular New York hit Smoke on the Mountain, the Sanders family returns to Mount Pleasant, NC, home of the Mount Pleasant Pickle Factory.  It’s Christmas Eve, 1941, and America is going to war.

More than two dozen Christmas carols, many of them vintage hymns, and hilarious yuletide stories from the more-or-less devout Sanders family will keep the audience laughing, clapping and singing along to bluegrass Christmas favorites.

If you can act and sing – Great.  If you can also play an instrument – Wonderful!

If you only play an instrument and want to join us onstage – Welcome!

The show was conceived for the Sanders family to also be the band, although auditionees are not required to play an instrument. However, the ability to play any of the following instruments (piano, guitar, bass, percussions, stand-up bass, fiddle, harmonica or accordion) would be beneficial.

Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script.

Prepare 16 bars of a Bluegrass or Country song or a Christmas Hymn.  Bring sheet music in the key that you will sing the song. An accompanist will be provided.

Auditionees should also bring a list of conflicts from September 18th to November 30. Rehearsals may begin September 18 if possible.

Cast members are expected to be fully vaccinated according to the current CDC guidelines.

Please contact the producer, Elaine Volker, at eavolker@gmail.com for questions or for a copy of the script.

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Auditions Announced for HOLIDAY INN at Rise Up Performing Arts

RUPA_logoAuditions for Irving Berlin’s HOLIDAY INN

Sept. 30 from 6-9pm
Oct. 1 from 11am-3pm

Rise Up Performing Arts
228 Court St
Hamilton, OH 45011

Callbacks: If necessary, October 2nd at 2:00

Auditions are by appointment. Walk-ins will be seen as time allows.
Click here to sign up for an audition slot and additional information.

Rehearsals begin: October 6th
For: Ages 8-18​

Show Dates: December 9th–11th.
Show Location: Sorg Opera House

Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn tells the story of Jim, who leaves the bright lights of show business behind to settle down on his farmhouse in Connecticut… but life just isn’t the same without a bit of song and dance. Jim’s luck takes a spectacular turn when he meets Linda, a spirited school teacher with talent to spare. Together they turn the farmhouse into a fabulous inn with dazzling performances to celebrate each holiday, from Thanksgiving to the Fourth of July. But when Jim’s best friend Ted tries to lure Linda to Hollywood to be his new dance partner, will Jim be able to salvage his latest chance at love?

Based on the classic film, this joyous musical features thrilling dance numbers, laugh-out-loud comedy and a parade of hit Irving Berlin songs, including “Blue Skies,” “Easter Parade,” “Steppin’ Out With My Baby,” “Heat Wave,” “White Christmas,” “Be Careful, It’s My Heart,” “Cheek to Cheek,” “Shaking the Blues Away” and many more!​

Ensemble Roles:
Announcer, Nightly Dancers (Stanley, Daphne, Sawyer, Stella, Byron, Rose, Janie, Susie, Brenda, Hadley), Radio Chorus, Radio Host, Radio Voice Over, Hollywood creative team, Danny’s Mother (Voice Over), First A.D., Director, First A.D., Cameraman, Sound Man, P.A., Midville townspeople, and Holiday Inn guests.

CHARACTERS

  • Jim Hardy – a performer and singer-songwriter eager to leave showbiz behind for a simpler life on a farm in Connecticut, (lyric baritone, Bb2-A4)
  • Ted Hanover – Jim’s best friend and performing partner; a charming ladies’ man looking for his big break, (lyric baritone, Bb2-F4)
  • Lila Dixon – a determined performer and Jim’s mismatched fiancée, (high belt, B3-E5)
  • Danny – Jim, Ted and Lila’s agent.
  • Charlie Winslow – a precocious bank messenger. (Eb3-C4)
  • Linda Mason – a school teacher with the hidden talents of a singer and dancer. (belt/mix, G3-F5)
  • Louise – the local fix-it woman; tough, no nonsense and extremely perceptive. (belt, G#3-F5)

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Auditions Announced for WHITE CHRISTMAS at La Comedia Dinner Theatre

LAC_logoLa Comedia Dinner Theatre in Springboro, Ohio, is holding auditions for its upcoming production, Irving Berlin’s WHITE CHRISTMAS on Saturday, September 17, 2022, at 765 W. Central Ave., Springboro, Ohio.

SEEKING:
9:00 A.M.

  • Susan Waverly – (9-12) The General’s granddaughter. She is lovable and outgoing.

10:00 A.M.

  • Bob Wallace – (28 – 35) Good actor (gruff & deeply kind)
    Good Dancer (jazz, some tap)
    Singer (baritone, crooner
  • Phil Davis – (28-35) excellent dancer (ballroom, jazz, tap)
    Good Actor / singer (baritenor)
    Charming, fun loving
  • General Waverly – (40-65) Retired U.S. Army General
  • Betty Haynes – (25-29) Good actor / singer
    Rich chest with soprano extension
  • Judy Haynes – (early 20’s) Excellent dancer (ballroom, jazz, tap)
    Good singer (chest mix), flirty
  • Martha – (40- 60) Excellent actor / singer (mid-range belt/chest mix)
  • Rita & Rhoda – (18-35) Brash, sexy star chorus pals
    Dancers & Ensemble
    Strong in ballroom, jazz & tap
    Good Singers

Prepare 16 bars of a standard musical theatre song. Please prepare a current headshot and resume.

Director/Choreographer is Chris Beiser

Rehearsals begin October 17, 2022. Performances November 3 – December 30, 2022.
4 days off for Thanksgiving and 4 days off for Christmas

Questions email Kris Byerly: productionmanager@lacomedia.com
Non-equity

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Auditions Announced for THE HAUNTING OF HILL HOUSE at Xenia Area Community Theatre

xactTuesday & Wednesday, September 6 & 7 at 7pm

Xenia Area Community Theater.

Performances November 4 – 13, 2022.

Auditions are cold readings. To get a read ahead copy (highly encouraged), please contact director Mike Taint mhtaint@gmail.com.

Please bring an acting bio and head shot if you have one. It is NOT required though.

SYNOPSIS
An investigator of supernatural phenomena arrives at Hill House, a silent and nearly empty mansion with a dark history. Other guests and paranormal researchers arrive and they soon witness strange and eerie events. Questioning themselves, and with fears mounting, they try to learn about the evil presence in Hill House.

CHARACTER BREAKDOWN
Actors should be able to play this age, not “be” this age. If you are in doubt – please audition!

  • Eleanor Vance | Late 20s to early 40s, a troubled woman, the lead character of the play. She hopes her visit to Hill House will help her break away from her controlling sister and enable her to start a new life. Once Eleanor arrives though, the house seems to focus its attentions on her.
  • Mrs. Dudley | 40+ the housekeeper and cook at Hill House. She is not interested in the ongoing investigations at Hill House. Her only concern is sticking to the letter of her agreement as caretaker of Hill House.
  • Theodora | Late 20s early 30’s, young bohemian who comes to Hill House at the invitation of Dr. Montague. Light-hearted and open-minded. She is believed to have a psychic sensitivity.
  • Dr. Montague | 40+s, an anthropologist with a belief in parapsychology. He has rented Hill House for the summer to further his studies away from the judgmental eyes of his colleagues. He is protective of the people he has invited to Hill House but is determined to learn its secrets.
  • Luke Sanderson | Early 20’s to 30s, a rakish young man who is a member of the family that owns Hill House. He is quick to make a joke and maintains a positive attitude throughout the events he encounters during the investigation.
  • Mrs. Montague | 40+, she has her own ideas about the paranormal presence at Hill House and little regard for her husband’s methods or companions. She only trusts her companion Arthur Parker and is determined to get to the bottom of the goings on at Hill House using her own methods. Somewhat of a a comic relief role.
  • Arthur Parker | 40+ Mrs. Montague’s traveling companion. He is a brash, imposing man who only listens to Mrs. Montague. He is the polar opposite of Dr. Montague.

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