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Auditions Announced for PICASSO AT THE LAPIN AGILE at Beavercreek Community Theatre

bctNov. 8 & 9 from 7-10pm

Beavercreek Community Theatre
3868 Dayton-Xenia Rd, Beavercreek, OH 45432

Directed by Chris Harmon

Please be prepared to read from the script. Please bring a list of all potential conflicts including travel, etc.

CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS:

  • Freddy — Male (25-35). Freddy is the owner and bartender of the Lapin Agile-He is gullible, but has occasional bouts of genius; an ordinary guy.
  • Gaston — Male (an older man). A bit of a dirty old Frenchman with prostate problems (“I have to pee!”)-Gaston was a philanderer in his day, interested in drinking and sex.
  • Germaine — Female (25-30). Freddy’s girlfriend-A wise girl who knows her way around; somewhat bored with life.
  • Albert Einstein — Male (25). [Age may be open to someone who reads older; he is 25, but according to the script looks much older].- Albert is an idealistic nerd and passionate about his work. He is enthusiastic, but not boastful or arrogant.
  • Suzanne — Female (18-25). A young ingénue type. Suzanne is somewhat naïve, although she doesn’t think so; may double as a female admirer.
  • Sagot — Male (age open, likely over 30). An art dealer, the character of Sagot is open to interpretation — but must bring energy to the role.
  • Picasso — Male (23)-He’s arrogant, pompous, and egotistical — but with a smattering of insecurities showing through. A lady’s man, with very little regard for the women he uses (then casts aside).
  • Charles Dabernow Schmendiman — Male (25-30). Charles is a crazy inventor — think “wild and crazy guy.” Schmendiman thinks all kinds of nutty stuff-Must have excellent comedic timing and be able to play way over the top.
  • The Countess — Female (25-30). She’s Einstein’s lady interest. The Countess is rich, but also a nerd and quirky; may double as a female admirer.
  • A female admirer — Female (25-30)-She’s a huge fan of Schmendiman; may double as the Countess or Suzanne.
  • A Visitor — Male (25). A young Elvis; must be able to impersonate Elvis physically, especially the hip move-This role does not sing.

SYNOPSIS:
This long running Off Broadway absurdist comedy places Albert Einstein and Pablo Picasso in a Parisian cafe in 1904, just before the renowned scientist transformed physics with his theory of relativity and the celebrated painter set the art world afire with cubism. In his first comedy for the stage, the popular actor and screenwriter plays fast and loose with fact, fame, and fortune as these two geniuses muse on the century’s achievements and prospects, as well as other fanciful topics, with infectious dizziness.

Production dates: Jan. 28-Feb. 6

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Auditions Announced for SYLVIA at Village Players

VP_logoVillage Players is excited to announce auditions for SYLVIA directed by Steven Ducker!

Auditions will take place Friday October 22nd at 7pm and Saturday October 23rd at noon at Village Players in Fort Thomas.

Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script. Masks are required during the audition process. Resumes required, headshots preferred.

Video auditions of a short comedic/dramatic monologue that shows strong, bold, interesting choices will also be accepted. Send video auditions to villageplayersoffortthomas@gmail.com. Please email director Steven Ducker with further questions at stevd1012@yahoo.com. See you then!

Greg and Kate have moved to Manhattan after twenty-two years of child-raising in the suburbs. Greg’s career as a financial trader is winding down, while Kate’s career as a public school English teacher is beginning to offer her more opportunities. Greg brings home a dog he found in the park—or which has found him—bearing only the name “Sylvia” on her name tag. A street-smart mixture of Lab and poodle, Sylvia becomes a major bone of contention between husband and wife. She offers Greg an escape from the frustrations of his job and the unknowns of middle age. To Kate, Sylvia becomes a rival for affection. And Sylvia thinks Kate just doesn’t understand the relationship between man and dog. The marriage is put in serious jeopardy until, after a series of hilarious and touching complications, Greg and Kate learn to compromise, and Sylvia becomes a valued part of their lives.

Sylvia (Female, 20s) – A stray dog found by Greg; she is lively and expressive, attractive; though she does not move on hands and knees for most of the play she will at times and, the role requires a degree of physicality and an ability to be uninhibited; actress should be convincing as a cute, bouncy female “labradoodle” . Strong comedic timing is essential.

Greg (Male, 40s, 50s) – Displays a wide range of quiet male emotion; he loves his suddenly –adopted dog Sylvia but seems to be going through an early midlife crisis in his work and his marriage.

Kate (Female, 40s, 50s) – Greg’s wife is a strong woman whose teaching career is on an upswing; she has little use for Greg’s issues and even less for his newfound best friend, Sylvia.

Tom, Phyllis, Leslie (Any Age – Actor plays all three roles) – Tom is a regular macho guy who educates Greg about dog ownership. Phyllis is a hotshot Manhattanite, Kate’s friend from college, and is prone to drama and drinking. Leslie is a psychotherapist whose gender is open to question.

Performance dates are April 29-May 7.

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Auditions Announced for THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER THE MUSICAL at Stage Right Musical Theatre Company

SRMTC_logoSTAGE RIGHT MUSICAL THEATRE COMPANY ANNOUNCES AUDITIONS FOR HOLIDAY SHOW ‘THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER THE MUSICAL’

Williamstown, KY – Stage Right Musical Theatre Company is thrilled to announce auditions for its upcoming holiday show THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER THE MUSICAL running December 3 – 19. All Roles Available with weekend rehearsals beginning November 5. Seeking any and all actors ages 7 and older!

“The Herdmans are the worst kids in the history of the world! That’s a fact! So what happens when the worst kids in history come to Sunday school and take leading roles in the Christmas pageant? Fighting in Bethlehem, cigar-smoking in the manger, and a town in panic! The Herdmans have never heard the Christmas story but they definitely have rewrites! It’s up to the pageant director to help everyone see the Christmas story and the Herdman kids through new eyes in this buoyant musical adaptation of the funny and touching holiday classic. A silent night? Anything but this Christmas at Stage Right!”

ADULTS: Adults may submit auditions online for this production. To audition please visit www.stagerightmtc.org/auditions. In the form you will be given the opportunity to either email a video or submit a link to your audition. All Adults Roles are PAID. Deadline to submit is Oct. 23 at midnight.

Auditions consist of presenting a 1-minute comedic monologue and 16 bars of a Christmas Song that best shows your range.

KIDS: Kid Auditions will take place October 23 from 1pm – 4pm at Main Street Gardens in Williamstown. Kids 7 years and older can sign up for an audition slot at www.StageRightMTC.org/auditions. Kids should prepare 16 bars of a Christmas Song and be ready to move at auditions. Masks will be required while in the building, except for when directly auditioning.

All Auditionees should be prepared to submit a resume and headshot.

Stage Right Musical Theatre Company welcomes and encourages people of backgrounds, identities, and ethnicities to audition. Your unique perspective makes our company stronger.

For any questions contact casting@StageRightMTC.org

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Auditions Announced for AMOUR at Greater Hamilton Civic Theatre

GHCT_logoAMOUR
Directed by Ryan Heinrich
Produced by Erin Heinrich
Sponsored by Dr. and Mrs. Max Iltzsch

AMOUR, a charming two-act romantic fantasy by legendary composer Michel Legrand, featuring witty lyrics by Jeremy Sams and a fanciful libretto by Didier van Cauwelaert, is based on a beloved French short story written by Marcel Aymé in 1941.

  • Sun, Nov. 7 from 7:30-9:30pm
  • Mon, Nov. 8 from 7:30-9:30pm

The Creative Center at the Palace
215 S. Third St.
Hamilton, OH 45011

COVID POLICY
Masks will be required at the audition, except when singing your vocal selection. Unless circumstances change, masks will be required at rehearsals and at the theatre, except when on stage.

WHAT TO PREPARE
Amour is completely sung-through. With that in mind, please prepare one minute of an appropriate Broadway-style song that shows your personality and your ability to believably tell a story through song.

An accompanist will be provided. You may be asked to stay and learn vocal selections from the show. You will not be asked to dance. Please bring sheet music for the accompanist. No recordings or tracks will be permitted.

CASTING
This is an ensemble musical with a small, adult cast, playing mostly quirky characters. Some roles are larger than others, but everyone will be featured, so the entire cast must be excellent singers/actors.

REHEARSALS
Rehearsals will begin the week of January 2nd and will be four nights/week (nights TBD) until the week before tech week. Tech week begins February 6th.

Performances are set for February 10-13, 2022.

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Auditions Announced for HOT CHOCOLATE at Revolution Dance Theatre

RDT_logoAuditions: Thursday Oct. 7, 2021
Mutual Arts Center, 1805 Larch Ave.
North College Hill

Revolution Dance Theatre is now casting dancers for our upcoming performance of HOT CHOCOLATE taking place Dec. 10-11 2021 at the Aronoff Center!​

HOT CHOCOLATE is a contemporary remix of the classic Nutcracker tale. With original music, eclectic choreography and a story that warms the soul.​

Dancers must be able to commit to a weekly rehearsal schedule beginning in early October. By mid November, dancers may be expected to commit to meeting 2-3x a week.

We are interested in dancers proficient in one or more of the following areas: Ballet, Gymnastics, Hip Hop or Step. Dancers of varying ages and skill levels are encouraged to audition.

Group 1: Ages 5-8
Arrival Time: 5:15 p.m.
Audition Time: 5:30 p.m.

HOT CHOCOLATE has several roles that allow kids in this age group to shine. While dance experience is a plus – we recognize that anyone in this particular group may be very early in their dance or performance journey. We’re looking for a group of kids who can follow direction well, demonstrate demonstrate technical potential and who’s not afraid to take center stage.

Parents will be able to accompany their child through the process but will not be allowed inside the actual audition space.​

RDT staff will lead kids through simple combinations that incorporate elements of the various genres we’re auditioning for (ballet, gymnastics, hip hop or step). Children who have a small (1 minute or less) combination they would like to show may be allowed to do so – but this is not required.​

Group 1 participants should arrive by 5:15 p.m. Please arrive warm and in clothes you can move comfortably in.

Group 2: Ages 9-12
Arrival Time: 6:15 p.m.
Audition Time: 6:30 p.m.

Dance and/or general performance experience in this group is a plus but not necessary. Boys and girls who don’t mind showing off, can display rhythmic ability and kinesthetic sense will do very well. Gymnastics a plus!

There are several roles for this age group across genres for both boys and girls.

Parents will be able to accompany their child through the process but will not be allowed inside the actual audition space.​

RDT staff will lead kids through simple combinations that incorporate elements of the various genres we’re auditioning for (ballet, gymnastics, hip hop or step). Children who have a small (1 minute or less) combination they would like to show may be allowed to do so – but this is not required.​

Group 2 participants should arrive by 6:15 p.m. Please arrive warm and in clothes you can move comfortably in.

Group 3: Ages 13+
Arrival Time: 7:15 p.m.
Audition Time: 7:30 p.m.

Prior dance experience is preferred in this age group but is not a requirement. There are a variety of roles available for people in this wide category and the vary widely from role to role as well. While some roles require technical proficiency others depend on the performers ability to simply execute combinations. ​

Parents of minors will be able to accompany their child through the process but will not be allowed inside the actual audition space.​

RDT staff will lead performance groups through simple combinations that incorporate elements of the various genres we’re auditioning for (ballet, gymnastics, hip hop or step). Performers who have a small (1 minute or less) combination they would like to show may be allowed to do so – but this is not required.​

Group 3 participants should arrive by 7:15 p.m. Please arrive warm and in clothes you can move comfortably in. Dancers with pointe experience should bring their shoes.

Audition registration is available at the bottom of the official audition page.

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