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February 11, 2016 · 6:18 am

Auditions Announced for PURPLE PAINT

MISC_Purple Paint logoAudition Date – Feb. 16th at 6:30pm

Tanze Performing Arts Studio
1044 Symmes Rd
Fairfield, OH 45014

Production Dates: Nov. 4, 5, 6
Fitton Center Hamilton Ohio

A play about an Appalachian family as as seen through the eyes of a young writer  during the turmoil of the unionizing of the coal mines in southeastern Kentucky in the mid 1930’s.  This play is loosely based on the Appalachian heritage of Ercel Eaton; journalist, author, poet.

Learn More: bridgetossmann.com

If you cannot attend the audition, other arrangements can be made. Different date, YouTube, Face Time, Skype etc.

Character Descriptions:

  • Daniel O’Connor (Poppy) – male, mid 30’s, soft spoken, peacemaker, miner, wants to be a farmer and not a miner, father to the 5 O’Connor children, husband to Melissa O’Connor
  • Melissa O’Connor (Mommy) – female, early 30’s, as a good heart but is very stubborn and opinionated, mother of 5 O’Connor children, raises chickens does not make friends easily
  • Lotty O’Connor – female, 17 yrs, oldest of the O’Connor children, very domestic, quiet and kind, enjoys reading, falls in love with Jason Tidwell
  • Oakley O’Connor – male, 16 yrs, second oldest of the O’Connor children, loves farming like his father, very protective, want to be treated as an adult, hold feelings inside
  • Maddie O’Connor – female, 14 yrs, outspoken, speaks very good English, writing is her passion, writes about the mountain people, loves the mountains and doesn’t not want to move away
  • Jessie O’Connor – male, 11 yrs, hates school work, loves to build things, always working on a contraptions. lazy and tries to get out of work, doesn’t show emotion
  • Ruby O’Connor – female, 7 yrs, youngest of the O’Connor children, excessive talker, very nosey, devoted to her baby brother, loves school, very proud of her family especially Jessie and his contraptions
  • Jason Tidwell – male, 20 yrs, newspaper reporter, very honest and hard working, falls in love with Lotty
  • Lester Hadley – male, mid 30’s, O’Connor’s closest neighbor, widower, no children, miner, always in a bad mood, does not like very many things in life, devoted to Daniel
  • Sam Miller – male, mid 30’s, hate the mines, hotheaded, carries a shotgun, impulsive
  • Griss Schneider – male, mid 20’s, miner, a follower
  • Lewis Jones – black male, early 30’s, miner, very quiet, responsible and reliable, devoted to Daniel and O’Connor family
  • Cecil Ponder – male, early 30’s, loud, newspaper editor, opinionated, untrustworthy
  • Bethany Whistle – female, mid 20’s, Ponder’s secretary, in love with Cecil Ponder, wants to do the right but is conflicted

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February 6, 2016 · 9:12 am

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

TCTC_new logoChildren ages 9-18 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 new facility, 4015 Red Bank Road, Cincinnati, OH 45227 on:

  • Friday, February 26 from 6 PM to 9 PM
  • Saturday, February 27 from 10 AM to 5 PM

Appointments are mandatory. You MUST set up an audition in advance. Audition time slots are on a first-come, first-served basis. To register for an audition please visit: www.thechildrenstheatre.com/audition

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. 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. No flip flops. Wear appropriate dance clothes please.
  • Upon online registration, please be sure to upload a RECENT 8×10 headshot and an UPDATED performance resume; however, please bring your headshot and resume with you to your audition in case we 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 be taught by experts in the various disciplines of Musical Theatre on the campus of Northern Kentucky University, from 10 AM to 4 PM each weekday. Selected from STAR Intensive NKU, the STAR Cabaret is a group of 12-14 students who participate in year-round training and coaching. Throughout the year, participants will mentor with our expert teaching staff to be well-rounded musical theatre artists, perform for local events, and will culminate in a trip to perform a showcase for directors, agents, and casting experts. Auditions for the 2016 STAR Cabaret will take place during the STAR Intensive NKU program.

When: July 5 – July 31, 2016, weekdays 10 AM to 4 PM at Northern Kentucky University

Tuition: $600

Security deposit of $150 due upon acceptance into the program. Payment plans and scholarships are available.

ABOUT STAR CAMP RED BANK:

STAR Camp Red Bank (formerly known as stARTs) 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 June, a select number of students will work with leading professionals in the theater business to help them improve and become well-rounded performers in all areas of musical theatre. Classes will take place over the course of three weeks (Monday-Friday) from 9:30 AM to 4 PM. At the end of the third week there will be a culminating showcase for family members.

When: June 6-24, 2016, weekdays 9:30 AM to 4 PM at The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati’s new facility, 4015 Red Bank Road, Cincinnati, OH 45227

Tuition: $500

Security deposit of $50 due upon acceptance into the program. Payment plans and scholarships are available.

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February 4, 2016 · 6:16 am

Auditions Announced for Four Shows at Cincinnati Landmark Productions

CLPCincinnati Landmark Productions announced auditions for four productions: GODSPELL, THE FOREIGNER, [title of show] and GOD OF CARNAGE.

Audition dates:
Saturday, May 14th (1pm to 4:30pm)
Sunday, May 15th 10th (6:30pm to 10:00pm)
Monday, May 16th (6:30pm to 10:00pm)

All of these auditions will be held at The Covedale Center for the Performing Arts, 4990 Glenway Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45238.

Callback dates:
Tuesday, May 17th
(6:30pm to 8:30pm) for THE FOREIGNER
(8:30pm to 10:30pm) for GOD OF CARNAGE

Wednesday, May 18th
(6:00pm to 7:00 pm) Dance call back for GOD OF CARNAGE
(7:00pm to 8:30pm) Call back for GODSPELL
(8:30pm to 10:00pm) Call back for [title of show]

Please note:
Callbacks will be utilized for reading and/or singing from the shows. Everyone will not have to attend callbacks – you would be invited to callbacks via the initial auditions.

If you’d like the audition forms sent to you in advance, email jenniferperrino@covedalecenter.com

Important Audition Information!

  • You may audition for more than one show.
  • For any of the four shows, please prepare 2, short (30 seconds each) monologues of contrasting tone.
  • For GODSPELLl and [title of show]: also prepare 16 to 32 bars of a song that best demonstrates your vocal ability.
  • Must be a minimum of 17 years of age to audition.
  • MUST HAVE A RESUME listing theatrical experience in order to audition.
  • A headshot/picture is appreciated. Please bring a headshot and resume for each show you are auditioning for, e.g. 2 shows 2 headshots and resumes; 3 shows =3 headshots etc.
  • Must be a minimum of 17 years of age to audition.
  • MUST HAVE A RESUME listing theatrical experience in order to audition.
  • A headshot/picture is appreciated. Please bring a headshot and resume for each show you are auditioning for, e.g. 2 shows =2 headshots and resumes; 3 shows =3 headshots etc
  • No more than two conflicts will be accepted during the rehearsal process for each of these productions. All roles are paid positions. No roles have been precast.

Marquee Shows: Performances at the Covedale Center for the Performing Arts

GODSPELL
September 8 – October 2, 2016
A Musical based upon the Gospel According to St. Matthew.
Music and Lyrics by Stephen Schwartz; Conceived by John-Michael Tebelak.
One of the most successful musicals in history, GODSPELL presents a whimsical and ultimately inspiring view of Jesus, as His followers and disciples re-enact parables and scenes from the New Testament, energy, laughter and love. This rock musical was an immediate hit when it opened off-Broadway in the spring of 1971, before moving to its triumphal run on the Great White Way. Many songs from the show became popular hits, including Day by Day, All Good Gifts, Turn Back Oh Man, and All For the Best.
Maggie Perrino, Director/Choreographer; Xan Jeffery, Music Director

THE FOREIGNER
October 20 – November 13, 2016
Book by Larry Shue
In a fishing lodge in Georgia, “Froggy” LeSeuer (a British demolition expert of all things) has brought along a friend – a pathologically shy young man named Charlie who cannot bear the thought of making conversation with strangers! So “Froggy,” tells all assembled that Charlie is from an exotic foreign country and speaks no English. Of course, Charlie overhears more than he should—the evil plans of a two-faced minister and his redneck associates; the fact that the minister’s pretty fiancée is pregnant; and a litany of revelations made with the thought that Charlie doesn’t understand a word being said! The hilarity builds to a wild climax where things go uproariously wrong for the “bad guys,” and the “good guys” emerge triumphant! Jodie Meyn, Director

District Series Shows: Performances at the Warsaw Federal Incline Theater

[title of show]
September 29 – Oct 16, 2016
Music and Lyrics by Jeff Bowen; Book by Hunter Bell
[title of show] takes its name from the space on the theater festival’s application form. It follows Hunter and Jeff and their friends as they brave the gauntlet of self-expression – writing a musical. In the course of the show, they write and perform their creation at the festival and learn lessons about themselves as people, friends and artists. [Title of Show] is, above all, a love letter to the musical theatre-a uniquely American art form-and to the joy of collaboration. The musical received a Tony Award nomination for Best Book of a Musical in 2009.
Mike Sherman, Director; Jay Goodlett, Choregrapher; Erin Magner, Stage Manager

God of Carnage
November 17 – December 4, 2016
Yasmina Reza, translated by Christopher Hampton
Following a playground fight between two boys, their parents meet to discuss the incident. But a rational discussion among adults quickly deteriorates into displays of tears, surprising outbursts and deeply hidden emotions laid bare. A streamlined dissection of the human animal, God of Carnage delivers the cathartic release of watching other people’s marriages go boom! The building tension between civilized surface and savage instinct brings shocked laughter, riveting drama and no-hold-barred suspense. Elegant, acerbic and entertainingly fueled on pure bile, God of Carnage is a wild theatrical ride. Winner of the 2009 Tony Award.
Kirstin Clippard, Director

For more information on auditions, contact us at (513) 241 – 6550. Check us out on the web @ www.cincinnatilandmarkproductions.com

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February 4, 2016 · 6:06 am

Auditions Announced for DUCK HUNTER SHOOTS ANGEL at Sunset Players

SSP_logoAuditions for DUCK HUNTER SHOOTS ANGEL by Mitch Albom

March 6th and March 8th at 7PM at the Arts Center at Dunham (1945 Dunham Way, Cinti, OH 45238). Directed by Mike Burke

This uproarious story centers on two bumbling Alabama brothers who think they shot an angel while duck hunting. As they lament their fates, they are chased by a cynical journalist and a reluctant photographer who don’t believe any of it – until feathers, wings, and a tiara are discovered. The play interweaves a love story, sibling rivalry, tawdry media, race relations, and cultural stereotypes as the chase ensures to find the angel in the swamp.

May 6, 7, 13, 14, 15, 19, 20, & 21. All shows are at 8PM, except Thursday at 7:30 PM and Sunday at 3PM.

Produced by special arrangement by Dramatist’s Play Service, Inc.

7 men. Ages 18 to 50s. One character is African-American and one will be playing a half man/half Alligator character.
2 women: ages 17 to 30s

For more information contact Mike Burke michaelwburke@yahoo.com

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February 3, 2016 · 6:13 am

Auditions Announced for SOUTH PACIFIC at The Children’s Theatre of Mason

CTM_logoSOUTH PACIFIC

AUDITIONS: Feb. 15-16, 2016 by appointment
CALLBACKS: Feb. 18, 2016 5:30pm – 9:30pm
SHOW: June 16-19, 2016

Director: Dirk Doebereiner
Choreographer: TBD

CAST REQUIREMENTS: Includes 2 principal women and 2 principal men; 21 named parts, and a large ensemble that includes Islanders, Nuns, Officers, Sailors, Marines, and Soldiers. We will also offer a Prologue for a grouping of younger actors that will tie in with the beginning of the show.

Click here to view CTM’s Guidelines for Casting

An Audition Appointment is NECESSARY

Ages 7-11 Click Here for an Audition Appointment
Ages 12-18 Click Here for an Audition Appointment

  • Audition ages 7 – 18
  • Place: Mars Hill Academy
  • Bring a 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.
  • Callbacks will be held Thursday Feb. 18th at Mars Hill Academy, those who are called back must be available for the entire callback time.
  • Email any questions to auditions@childrenstheatreofmason.com.

Rehearsals

  • First rehearsal will be a full cast read-thru on March 6th. There will also be a mandatory parent meeting during this read-thru. Additional details will be provided.
  • Rehearsals will be on Sunday afternoons and Tuesday and Thursday evenings at CTM’s Main Street Studios in Mason.

Requirements

  • Those cast in SOUTH PACIFIC will pay a $125 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, and the main parts of your costume. Actors may be asked to supply specific accessories or generic pieces (ex. socks, tights, shoes, etc.)
    t 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 volunteer time slots during the performance weekend (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:

  • Memorized monologue should be a maximum of 30 seconds.

Song:

  • Please prepare 30 seconds of a song. Your song should showcase your acting ability and skills while singing.
  • NO songs from South Pacific and NO pop songs.
  • No accompanist will be available. While you can sing a cappella, it is strongly recommended that you use an accompaniment track. There will be a CD player and speaker connection for mp3 players available.
  • Please bring your accompaniment track on CD or an MP3 Player. Song may have Backup vocals on the CD/MP3 but no lead vocals.
  • 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.
  • Please note we cannot be responsible if CD/MP3 does not play properly.
    Suggestions for your song:

    • Select a song that showcases your voice and your vocal range.
    • The Music Director will have a pitch pipe at auditions. Please know your starting pitch and you may ask to hear it before singing.
    • 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.

Dance:

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

For more information visit http://www.childrenstheatreofmason.com/audition-starting.php.

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