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July 31, 2019 · 1:20 pm

Auditions Announced for THE MARQUIS CROSSING LADIES SOCIETY’S FIRST ATTEMPT AT MURDER at Rivertown Players

RP_logoTHE MARQUIS CROSSING LADIES SOCIETY’S FIRST ATTEMPT AT MURDER by Pat Cook

Auditions for this murder mystery at
Hamline Chapel UMC, Vine and High Streets, Lawrenceburg

Wed., Aug. 14 at 5pm
Sat., Aug. 17 at 10 am

Show dates: Oct. 25 and 26 at Hilforest Mansion

Looking for 3 men, 6 women
Readings from the script.

CHARACTERS:

  • EMMA THORNTON: A slightly daffy older lady with a warm heart.
  • AUDREY KESSELRING: Emma’s best friend, a sarcastic, middle-aged lady.
  • MIDGE DODGE: A small but energetic middle-aged woman. Must play chords on piano and sing.
  • BERYL OVERTON: A rather dim middle-aged woman.
  • OPALINE JONES: A pushy, suspicious middle-aged woman.
  • JOAN PARNELL: A young and pretty neighbor of Emma’s.
  • MAD JACK PARKER: A rather crude convict.
  • TERRY HOPKINS: Emma’s young and handsome nephew.
  • OFFICER KERNS: Barney Fife’s protégé.

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July 31, 2019 · 9:27 am

Auditions Announced for CATFISH MOON at Xenia Area Community Theatre

xactX*ACT AUDITIONS
AUGUST 5 and 6 at 7pm

CATFISH MOON, a comedy by Laddy Sartin

A warm comedy about friendship, love, loss, and of course, FISHING. It all takes place on an old pier in the South Carolina back country. Three middle-aged friends relive their past and hash out the complexities of their lives at their favorite fishing spot from childhood.

Directed by Saul Caplan

SHOW DATES: October 4-13
NEEDED: 3 men, 1 woman
Auditions are cold readings from the script. No preparation required.

Xenia Area Community Theater
www.xeniaact.org
937-372-0516

CHARACTER BREAKDOWN

All characters are SOUTHERN. Bring your best corn-pone and sweet tea accent with you.

Curley, Gordon, Frog, and Curley’s slightly younger (1-2 years) sister Betty have all grown up together. The age-range is flexible, but they all have to LOOK reasonably the same age. 25 is too young; 60 is too old. WAAAAY too old. The target range is mid-to-late 30s, but that can be adapted depending on the best foursome.

  • Curley is the de-facto leader of the trio. He is better educated and more well-spoken than the other two. There is a maturity about him that Gordon and Frog lack.
  • Gordon is more of the good-ol’ boy type. He is an optimistic romantic. He also has an alcohol problem.
  • Frog is the most red-neck of the group. He is angry and short tempered and is ready to fight anybody, anytime.
  • Betty is the common denominator of the group. Besides being Curley’s sister, she is Gordon’s girlfriend and Frog’s ex-wife. She, like Curley is educated and well-spoken (she’s a teacher).

These are just quick stereotypes for you to think about. If you’re cast, you’ll be free to find your character’s voice yourself.

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July 29, 2019 · 10:28 am

Auditions Announced for WINTERFEST at Kings Island

MISC_Kings Island logoKings Island is currently holding auditions for the 2019 Winterfest season.

  • SATURDAYS – 10am to 1pm through August 31st
  • SUNDAYS – Noon to 4pm through August 25th

ALL AGES ARE ENCOURAGED TO AUDITION.

ALL POSITIONS ARE PAID- Rates range from $92.00 to $110.00 per-night.

VOCALISTS

  • Please prepare two songs in a holiday, musical theatre or pop-style.
  • Piano accompaniment will be provided.  Pre-recorded accompaniment is also acceptable.

ACTORS

  • Please prepare a 2 minute, family-friendly monologue.

All applicants should bring a current resume, head shot and a complete list of availability from early November through December 31st.

Auditions will be held in the Human Resources building at Kings Island.

All applicants will be seen on a first come, first serve basis.  Reservations are not required.

For more information, please email:  kevin.brunck@visitkingsisland.com

WINTERFEST is open for operation in the evenings from 5pm to 10pm on:

  • November 22, 23, 24
  • November 29, 30 & December 1
  • December 6, 7, 8
  • December 13, 14, 15
  • December 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23
  • December 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31
    (Closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day)

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July 29, 2019 · 9:59 am

Auditions Announced for WEEKEND COMEDY at Beechmont Players

BPI_logoAuditions for Beechmont Players’ WEEKEND COMEDY

A comedy by Jeanne and Sam Bobrick​
Directed by Steve Phelan

Two couples, two generations, one weekend, one cabin…

A generational collision between two couples who’ve been double-booked into a weekend vacation rental provides laughter and a joyous look at marriage and happiness.

Auditions:

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

Four Performances:  December 5-7, 2019 at the Anderson Center Theater

Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script.

Cast: 

  • Frank and Peggy, a married couple in their early 50’s.
    • Frank is stodgy and complacent—happy with his life and his marriage, and not understanding why his wife has dragged them off to a cabin in the woods when they have a perfectly good house in the suburbs.
    • Peggy is frustrated and sarcastic.  Not…unhappy with her marriage, but wishing Frank could be more spontaneous and romantic.  Which is why they’re at a cabin in the woods.
  • Jill and Tony, an unmarried couple who’ve been living together for three years.
    • Tony is a handsome young man in his late 20’s.  Affluent, and enjoying the good life.  He’s single and sees no reason not to be.
    • Jill is an attractive young woman in her early 20’s.  She loves Tony, and is reconciled to just living together, since they are having so much fun.

Questions?
Email Director: Steve Phelan (steve@beechmontplayers.org)

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July 26, 2019 · 11:07 am

Auditions Announced for Disney’s FROZEN JR. at Royal Theatre Company

RTC_logoROYAL Theatre Company is proudly presenting Disney’s FROZEN JR. November 15-17, 2019.

Auditions are the week of August 5th. Sign up for your audition appointment here: https://royaltheatrecompany.com/shows-and-tickets/upcoming-shows/audition-signups/

The enchanting modern classic from Disney is ready for your Broadway Junior stars! FROZEN JR. is based on the 2018 Broadway musical, and brings Elsa, Anna, and the magical land of Arendelle to life, onstage. The show features all of the memorable songs from the animated film, with music and lyrics by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, plus five new songs written for the Broadway production.

A story of true love and acceptance between sisters, FROZEN JR. expands upon the emotional relationship and journey between Princesses Anna and Elsa. When faced with danger, the two discover their hidden potential and the powerful bond of sisterhood. With a cast of beloved characters and loaded with magic, adventure, and plenty of humor, Frozen JR. is sure to thaw even the coldest heart!

Details:

AUDITIONS: August 5 and 6, 2019, from 6-9PM each night at FBC Mason, 735 Reading Road  * by appointment

CALLBACKS: Wed, Aug 7th and Thur Aug 8th at 5:30pm (Final Callbacks) at FBC Mason, 735 Reading Road

AUDITION AGES:    6-18 years old

FIRST REHEARSAL: Sunday, August 18th at 1PM.

PARENT MEETING: Sunday, August 18th at 1:15PM.

REHEARSALS: Sun. 1-5PM, Tues./Thur. 6-9PM, at ROYAL’s Main Street Studio; the entire cast will be called for the first two weeks, and then a full rehearsal schedule for all roles will be distributed.

SHOW DATES: November 15, 16, 17th

DIRECTING TEAM:

  • Director:                Dirk Doebereiner
  • Choreographer:      Jay Goodlett

An Audition Appointment is NECESSARY

Ages 6-18: Please click here

Place: FBC Mason, 735 Reading Road, Mason

  • Bring a small current headshot photo to the audition (photos will not be returned). Photo does NOT need to be professional.
  • Make an Audition Appointment and print the resulting audition form. Be sure to bring that printed audition form to the audition.
  • You only need to come to one of the audition dates. Appointments are very strongly recommended. Those without an appointment may not be able to audition if time slots are not available.
  • If you cannot make either audition date, you may submit a video audition. Please click Video Audition Information for details. Video Auditions must be submitted to Production@ROYALTheatreCompany.com by August 7th by 5:00pm.
  • Callbacks will be held on Wed, Aug 7th and Thur Aug 8th at FBC Mason, 735 Reading Road. Those who are called back must be available for the entire callback time.
  • Email any questions to Production@ROYALTheatreCompany.com

Rehearsals

  • First rehearsal will be Sunday, August 18th.  The entire cast will be called for the first two weeks, and then a full rehearsal schedule for all roles will be distributed for the remaining dates.
  • There will also be a mandatory parent meeting on Sunday, August 18th. Additional details will be provided.
  • Rehearsals will be on Sunday afternoons (1-5PM) and Tuesday and Thursday evenings (6-9PM) at ROYAL’s Main Street Studios in Mason.

Requirements

  • Those cast in this show will pay a $135 participation fee which covers the cost of: a souvenir show t-shirt, garment bag for your costume/s, a one-line personal ad in the playbill, lunch between shows on Saturday, and the main parts of your costume.
  • Actors may be asked to supply specific generic pieces or accessories (ex. jeans, socks, tights, shoes, etc.)
  • It is mandatory that parents volunteer for at least 6 hours on pre-production jobs (set painting, set building, parent monitoring, etc.), as well as for 3 volunteer time slots during the tech/show week (ticket sales, concessions, green room, etc.). Parents who cannot make this commitment should not have their children audition.

Audition Preparation
NOTE: We value your time and that of all actors. You may be stopped before the end of your audition. This is not a reflection of your performance only that the directors have seen or heard what they need to. If you have a specific part of your song you feel is very important, try to start near that portion so you are not stopped before reaching it.

Monologue: Please prepare a 30 second monologue.

Song: 

  • Please prepare 30 seconds of a song. Your song should showcase your acting ability and skills while singing.
  • NO SONGS FROM FROZEN, but please choose a song in the same style.  No pop songs.
  • No a cappella. YOU MUST bring music with no background vocals.  No accompanist will be available. Music tracks can be found on Amazon, YouTube, iTunes, etc.
  • It is strongly recommended that you use an accompaniment track. There will be a CD player and speaker connection for MP3 players available. MP3 Player needs to have AUX cord capability.
  • Please bring your accompaniment track on your phone, a CD or an MP3 Player.
    When using a CD, please edit your track to the beginning of where you will be singing.
  • When using an MP3 Player, please edit your track or cue the track to the beginning of where you will be singing, and verify you have AUX cord capability.
    Please note we cannot be responsible if CD/MP3 does not play properly.

Suggestions for your song:

  • Select a song that is similar in style to the songs from Frozen, and showcases your voice and your vocal range.
  • Select a song that has as few key changes as possible.
  • Select a song that does not have lots of rests or sing the song without those rests.
  • If possible, pick a song that shows some quick delivery of words and pitches as well as some longer, sustained notes.

CALLBACKS will include a dance.

Auditioners may be asked to learn a simple dance pattern at callbacks for those selected for dance callbacks ONLY. Please wear dance-friendly shoes to callbacks.

What’s it like to be in a ROYAL show?

Fun! Kids and adults have a great time working together to produce a great show. Whether you’re on stage or part of the stage/tech crew you’re a valuable part of a terrific show.

Being part of a ROYAL show is a big commitment not only for the individual but for their family. Rehearsals are as frequent as 3 times per week, and for the week prior to the show we rehearse each evening at the theatre.

All the hard work is worth it and a life-long memory is yours to show for it!

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