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December 16, 2019 · 10:20 am

Auditions Announced for WRONG WINDOW at Beechmont Players

BPI_logoWRONG WINDOW
A comedy thriller by Billy Van Zandt & Jane Milmore​​

Directed by Alan Kootsher

If you’re a fan of Rear Window on screen, you’ll award WRONG WINDOW a perfect 10!  A barrage of gag-filled dialogue.  Knee-slappingly funny from start to finish!

Auditions:

  • 2:00 – 4:00 on Sunday, January 26
  • 7:00 – 9:00 on Monday, January 27.

Cherry Grove United Methodist Church
1428 Eight Mile Road
Cincinnati, OH 45255

Five Performances:  May 1-3, 8 and 9 at the Anderson Center Theater

Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script.

CHARACTERS:   5 men, 3 women.

  • Jeff Elbies- (stage age)- 38-45. Debonair, quick- witted, funny and practical.
  • Robbie-  (stage age)- 38-45. Jeff’s best friend. Very lovable and somewhat naive.
  • Thor Larswald- Mid-fifties. Larger man. Menancing and quick to anger.
  • Loomis- 40-60. Apartment building handyman. Not the sharpest tool in the shed. Slow on the uptake and very lazy.
  • Detective Doyle Thomas- A weathered, hard-boiled Detective.
  • Marnie Elbes- (stage age)- 33-40. Adventurous, witty and the mystery writer wife of Jeff. She matches him in every way.
  • Midge- (stage age)- 33-40.-Robbie’s better half. Finds everything he says fascinating and funny. She’s a nosy body and a follower.
  • Lila Larswald- 24-30. Sexy but a hell cat. Much younger wife of Lars. Must be agile and flexible. Will be hanging from a hook!

Questions?
Email the director: Alan Kootsher (akootsher@yahoo.com)

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December 12, 2019 · 4:31 pm

Auditions Announced for DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS at Greater Hamilton Civic Theatre

GHCT_logoDIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS
Music and Lyrics by David Yazbek and Book by Jeffrey Lane

Directed by Rhonda Lucas
Produced by Brett Sandlin
Sponsored by Mark & Teresa Durbin

SYNOPSIS:
DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS, based on the popular 1988 film of the same name, takes us to the French Riviera for high jinks and hilarity. Lawrence Jameson and Freddy Benson are two con men attempting to con women in the same small French town, but the town isn’t big enough for the two of them. As a result, they devise a plan; the first one to extract $50,000 from a young female target wins and the other must leave. A hilarious battle of cons ensues that will keep audiences laughing, humming and guessing to the end.

CAST:

  • Lawrence Jameson – Elegant and pompous con man, who has been doing the con for a long time and is looking to get excited about it again. Must be able to do a ridiculous German accent.
  • Freddy Benson – Unsophisticated and cocky con man, who is used to running smaller cons but dreams of bigger payoffs. Physical comedy a must.
  • Christine Colgate – Innocent and enchanting young woman from Ohio. She gets caught up in the battle between Lawrence and Freddy and charms them in the process.
  • Muriel Eubanks – A sophisticated, wealthy woman who gets swept up by Lawrence’s act and later falls in love with Andre’.
  • Inspector Andre Thibault – Longtime friend of Lawrence. He helps Lawrence in his con activities. French accent a must.
  • Jolene Oakes – A wealthy woman from Oklahoma. She’s loud and southern.
  • ENSEMBLE:
    Approximately 20 ensemble parts; lots of partner dancing

AUDITION DATES:
Monday, February 17, 2020; 7pm
Tuesday, February 18, 2020; 7pm

AUDITION LOCATION:
The Creative Center at the Palace
215 South Third Street; Hamilton, OH

AUDITION REQUIREMENTS:
Be prepared to sing a song; an accompanist will be available. Though not required, feel free to sing something from the show if you are interested in a particular role. We will also have a short dance audition to see how quickly you pick up choreography and reading from the script.

REHEARSALS:
Times will be finalized based on actor availability, however, the likely schedule will include Fridays and Sunday evenings and then one or two other days during the week.

PRODUCTION DATES:
April 30, May 1 – 2, 2020; 7:30 pm
May 3, 2020; 2 pm
*Performances take place at Parrish Auditorium on the Miami Hamilton Campus

Should you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to the director, Rhonda Lucas at rlucas88@yahoo.com or producer, Brett Sandlin at brettsandlin@cinci.rr.com.

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December 10, 2019 · 1:08 pm

The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati Holding Auditions for STAR Programs

TCTC_new logoChildren ages 9-18 (going into their Senior year of High School) can now register to audition for the renowned STAR Intensive NKU and STAR Camp Red Bank programs with The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati. Auditions will be held at The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati’s facility, 4015 Red Bank Road, Cincinnati, OH 45227 on:

  • Sunday, January 26 from 1 PM to 6:00 PM
  • Sunday, February 2 from 1 PM to 6:00 PM

Appointments are mandatory. You MUST set up an audition in advance. Audition time slots are on a first-come, first-served basis. You may only register for ONE audition slot.  If you need to cancel or make changes, please follow the link in your registration email.  Multiple slots for a single actor will be cancelled.  To register for an audition please visit: https://thechildrenstheatre.com/jobs-auditions/

What to Prepare:

  • A memorized, age-appropriate monologue (1 minute MAX). It should showcase your acting skills.
  • A memorized 16-bar song selection that best shows your vocal range. Remember to bring your PIANO SHEET MUSIC for your song in a 3 ring binder with music CLEARLY marked. An accompanist will be provided. The sheet music MUST have the piano part, not just the vocal line.
  • You may be asked to show us your dance ability, so come prepared. Wear appropriate shoes and clothing you can move in. No flip flops.
  • Upon online registration, you MUST upload a RECENT picture; please ALSO bring your 8×10 headshot and theatrical resume with you to your audition we WILL request a paper copy.
  • Please plan to arrive at least 20 minutes ahead of your appointment for check-in. If we are ahead of schedule, you may audition early. 

ABOUT STAR INTENSIVE NKU:
Our STAR Intensive NKU program is a four-week training program for students, ages 9-18.  Students are accepted by audition only and will work with leading professionals in the theatre business to help them become well-rounded performers in all areas of Musical Theatre.  The intensive culminates in a Musical Theatre showcase featuring some of the most popular songs from the Broadway repertoire as well as a fully produced One-Act Play festival!  STAR Intensive NKU participants will have the opportunity to be considered for additional high-level training in our Academy through our invitation-only classes.

When:  July 6 – August 2, 2020, weekdays 10 AM to 4 PM at Northern Kentucky University

Tuition: $660

Security deposit of $160 due upon acceptance into the program.  Payment plans and scholarships are available. 

ABOUT STAR CAMP RED BANK:
STAR Camp Red Bank is our program for gifted and talented students who are advanced in some areas of musical theatre and who have progressed beyond the basic levels of training.  For three weeks in July, a select number of students will work with leading professionals in the theatre business to help them improve and become well-rounded performers in all areas of Musical Theatre.  STAR Red Bank culminates in a Musical Theatre showcase featuring some of the most popular songs and scenes from the Broadway repertoire!

When:  July 6-24, 2020, weekdays 9 AM to 4 PM at The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati’s facility, 4015 Red Bank Road, Cincinnati, OH  45227

Tuition: $525

Security deposit of $125 due upon acceptance into the program.  Payment plans and scholarships are available.

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December 10, 2019 · 11:07 am

Auditions Announced for BONNIE & CLYDE at Dare to Defy Productions

D2D_logoDare to Defy Productions is thrilled to announce auditions for our upcoming production of the musical BONNIE & CLYDE. The show will run May 14, 2020 – May 17, 2020 at the Brightside Music and Event Center with a tentative first rehearsal on April 6, 2020.

Auditions/callbacks will be held on December 15, 2019 starting at 2:00 pm. You will not need to prepare your own songs, we will only be working material from the show. To receive callback materials, please send your headshot/resume to norgaard@dare2defy.org

All roles are available. All Ethnicities are encouraged to audition. These are paid non-union contract positions. Please see casting breakdown below.

FEMALE ROLES:

  • BONNIE PARKER: (18 TO 25) A BEAUTIFUL GIRL TORN BETWEEN LOVE AND FAME. CLYDE’S AMBITIOUS, STUBBORN LOVER. G3-F5
  • YOUNG BONNIE: THE YOUNG HOPEFUL AND FAN OF CLARA BOW, AT 10 AND 14. C#4-C5
  • BLANCHE BARROW: (25 TO 35) A RELIGIOUS WOMAN WHO DISAPPROVES OF THE CRIMINAL LIFESTYLE. HONORABLE AND RIGHTEOUS. MARRIED TO BUCK BARROW. G3-EB5
  • EMMA PARKER: (40 TO 55) BONNIES’ WIDOWED MOTHER. FRAGILE, CARING, SENSITIVE.
  • CUMIE BARROW: (40 TO 55) A KIND WOMAN. LOYAL AND SELFLESS. MOTHER TO CLYDE AND BUCK.
  • GOVERNOR MIRIAM FERGUSON: (40 TO 60) AN ENFORCER OF THE LAW AND GOVENOR OF TEXAS. TOUGH AND HARSH.

MALE CHARACTERS:

  • CLYDE BARROW: (18 TO 25) A CHARMING SMALL-TOWN BOY WHO CRAVES NOTORIETY. BONNIE’S RECKLESS, BOLD, DARING LOVER. A2-C5
  • YOUNG CLYDE: THE YOUNG SHARPSHOOTER AT 11 AND 15. B3-A5
  • MARVIN “BUCK” BARROW: (25 TO 35) CLYDE’S BROTHER AND OUTLAW TROUBLED BY HIS WIFE’S DISTATE FOR HIS LIFESTYLE. ADVENTUROUS AND LOYAL. B2-G4
  • TED HINTON: (18 to 25) A POLICE OFFER SRUGGLING TO SEPARATE HIS FEELINGS FROM HIS DUTIES. KIND AND HONEST. MADLY IN LOVE WITH BONNIE. C3-A4
  • PREACHER: (40 TO 65) THE TOWN’S EVANGELIST. LOUD, PASSIONATE, BOISTEROUS. A2-C5
  • HENRY BARROW: (45 TO 60) A HARD WORKING MAN, STRUGGLING TO SURVIVE, HUMBLE AND QUIET. FATHER OF CLYDE AND BUCK.

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December 9, 2019 · 3:08 pm

Auditions Announced for THE MUSICAL COMEDY MURDERS OF 1940 at Lebanon Theatre Company

LTC_logoAnnouncing auditions for THE MUSICAL COMEDY MURDERS OF 1940.

Directed by Kurt Percy
Produced by Abby Smith

Audition dates: January 5th and 6th at 7:00pm at LTC.

Show dates: March 6th- 15th, 2020

Synopsis
The creative team responsible for a recent Broadway flop (in which three chorus girls were murdered by the mysterious “Stage Door Slasher”) assemble for a backer’s audition of their new show at the Westchester estate. The house is full of sliding panels and secret passageways. As the composer, lyricist, actors, and director prepare their performance, and a blizzard cuts off any possible retreat, the infamous “Slasher” makes his reappearance and strikes again. Bodies start to drop in plain sight, knives spring out of nowhere, masked figures drag their victims behind swiveling bookcases, and accusing fingers point in all directions. However, the mystery is solved in the nick of time and the Slasher unmasked—but not before the audience has been treated to a sidesplitting good time and a generous serving of the author’s biting, satiric, and refreshingly irreverent wit.

Roles

  • Helsa Wenzel – 25 to 40. The German maid. A humorless woman. Must be able to do a German accent. *Can be played by a male or female actor.*
  • Elsa Van GrossenKnueten – 35 to 50. The host. Attractive. A patron of the arts with a flair for the dramatic. Espionage is in her blood.
  • Michael Kelly –35 to 55. The law. A large middle-aged man, Sergeant Kelly is a New York City police officer.
  • Patrick O’Reilly – 30’s to 40’s. An actor. Large in stature, somewhat sinister, must be able to use an Irish and Brooklyn accent.
  • Ken De La Maize – 40 to 50. The Director. An attractive self-absorbed who likes to drop names. His tan and clothes are very Hollywood.
  • Nikki Crandall – 25 to 30. The actress. Attractive, energetic and adventurous.
    Eddie McCuen – 25 to 30. An actor. Attractive, energetic, struggling comedian with an endless supply of bad jokes.
  • Marjorie Baverstock – 35 to 60. The Producer. She dresses and carries herself like royalty. Rich, elegant.
  • Roger Hopewell – 30’s to 50’s, the music director and Lyricist. The outrageous, flamboyant songwriting partner of Bernice, Hopewell can whip out quips with the speed and panache of a Noel Coward character.
  • Bernice Roth – 40-50, Librettist, very creative, dresses like a gypsy dancer. Always has a drink in her hand.

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