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Auditions Announced for FOUR OLD BROADS at Mariemont Players

Mariemont Players, Inc. is pleased to announce auditions for our production of FOUR OLD BROADS, a play by Leslie Kimball.

Directed by Jennifer Day and produced by Megan Horton

Audition Dates/Times:

  • Monday, December 16 – 6:30-8:30 p.m.
  • Tuesday, December 17 – 6:30-8:30 p.m

Sign-up: Please sign up for an audition night here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4DA5A72FA1F5CF8-51761502-mariemont#/

Callbacks: There will be no callbacks.

Location: Mariemont Players – 4101 Walton Creek Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45227

Audition Requirements:

  • Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script.
  • Please bring a theatrical resume. Headshots are appreciated, but not required.
  • The production team encourages actors of all races, ethnicities, identities, abilities, experience levels, etc. to audition – all are welcome!
  • Please contact producer Megan Horton at megan.hudson1988@yahoo.com with questions or accommodation needs.

Production Dates: May 1-18, 2025

Rehearsal times: Rehearsals will begin in March and run through opening.

Synopsis: Retired burlesque queen Beatrice Shelton desperately needs a vacation if she can convince her best friend, Eaddy Mae Clayton, to stop praying and go with her. Unfortunately, things have not been very pleasant at Magnolia Place Assisted Living since evil Nurse Pat Jones began working there. Beatrice and her friends are trying to figure out why so many residents have been moved to “the dark side.” The newest resident, Imogene Fletcher, is suddenly losing her memory. Maude Jenkins is obsessed with her favorite soap opera and planning her own funeral. Sam Smith, retired Elvis impersonator, keeps trying to bed every woman in the building. Think Golden Girls meets the Scooby Gang!

Character Breakdown:

  • Beatrice Shelton – Senior Citizen – A former stripper with an attitude.
  • Eddy Mae Clayton – Senior Citizen –  A former nurse and “religious” lady.
  • Imogene Fletcher – Senior Citizen – The newest resident at Magnolia Place.
  • Maude Jenkins – Senior Citizen – A funeral and soap-opera-obsessed frump.
  • Sam Smith – Senior Citizen – Former Elvis impersonator and all-around Casanova.
  • Pat Jones – (30s-40s)  A rude and pushy nurse/director of Magnolia Place.
  • Ruby Sue Bennett – (30s) – A quiet, romance-novel-loving nurse.

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Auditions Announced for SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN at Covedale Center

Cincinnati Landmark Productions Will hold Auditions for SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN

  • Saturday, Oct. 26th 1:00pm to 3:30pm
  • Sunday, Oct. 27th 6:30pm to 9:00pm
    Callbacks: Monday, Oct. 28th 6:30pm to 9:00pm

The Covedale Center for the Performing Arts – 4990 Glenway Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45238

If you’d like the audition forms sent to you in advance, email Jennifer Perrino at Jenniferperrino@clpshows.org.

Production Team: Dee Anne Bryll, Director; Ryan Heinrich, Music Director; Cassidy Steele, Choreographer, Savanah Kennedy, Production Stage Manager and Sophie Reece, Asst. Production Stage Manager

  • Please prepare a song to sing for 16 – to 32 measures in musical theatre style. An accompanist will be provided.
  • You will be taught a dance combination as well.
  • Readings from the script will happen at the callback.
  • Must be a minimum of 18 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
  • No more than 2 conflicts will be accepted during the rehearsal process.
  • All roles are paid positions. No roles have been precast.

Cast members do not have to be the actual ages of the characters in any of the productions – But must be able to look age appropriate and act accordingly.

SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN March 13 – April 6, 2025

Screenplay by Betty Comden and Adolph Green, Songs by Arthur Freed and Nacio Herb Brown; Based on the classic Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer film by special arrangement with Warner Bros. Theatre Ventures, Inc.

One of the greatest musicals in history! SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN, has earned the top spot atop AFI’s 100 Years of Musicals list and, in 2007, was ranked as the 5th greatest motion picture of all time. Now adapted for the stage, SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN captures the waning days of the silent screen era as they give way to new-fangled “talkies” and movie musicals. But Monumental Studios’ silent film siren, Lina Lamont, can’t sing – and her speaking voice is like fingernails on a chalkboard! Enter Kathy Selden, an aspiring actress whose lovely voice is used to over-dub Lina’s screech, but she doesn’t get the credit! Of course, in the end Kathy finds stardom, plus love with her leading man, Don Lockwood.

SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN includes some of the best-loved comedy routines, dance numbers, and love songs ever written including “Good Mornin’,” “Make ‘em Laugh,” and – of course – the show-stopping dance number, “Singin’ in the Rain.”

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

Character Info – ALL ETHNICITES

DON LOCKWOOD : (Male; G2-Ab4) A suave Hollywood actor and dancer. Cosmo’s best friend and Lina’s regular co-star. Must dance well, tap at an intermediate level or above.

KATHY SELDEN : (Female; G3-F5) An earnest, talented actress with wit and charm. She falls in love with Don and performs as Lina’s speaking and singing voice. Must dance well, tap at an advanced beginning level or above.

LINA LAMONT : (Female; C4-Eb5) A slow-witted silent film diva with a big personality and a harshly unpleasant voice. She is Don’s regular co-star. Must move well.

COSMO BROWN : (C3-Ab4) A wacky and playful on-set pianist for silent films. Don’s best friend and former dance partner. Must dance well, tap at an intermediate level or above. Any physical tricks or stunts welcome!

ZELDA ZANDERS: A flapper socialite and actor on their ninth marriage, they are Lina’s friend and informant. Must dance. Doubles in Ensemble.

R.F. SIMPSON : (50-65; Must sing) A successful, magnanimous, film producer. Head of the studio who leads the other characters in creating a new movie musical.

ROSCOE DEXTER : (30-50; Must sing) A famous film director with theatrical mannerisms and tendencies. Frequently frazzled and works with Lina and Don.

ROD : (20-45; Must sing) An excitable film agent bordering on manic. They work for Simpson. Doubles in the ensemble.

PRODUCTION SINGER : (Db3-Ab4) The lead tenor in Monumental Pictures’ first movie musical. Doubles in the ensemble.

There are a significant amount of featured roles: acting, singing and especially dancing for the ensemble.

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Auditions Announced for 12 ANGRY JURORS at Queen City Productions

Sun, Nov. 3 from 2-5pm
Mon, Nov. 4 from 7-10pm

The Arts Center at Dunham – 1945 Dunham Way, Cincy OH 45238

You can register for an audition slot at www.signupgenius.com/go/8050C44ACAA2AAAFD0-52292700-12angry#.

For more information, please contact Queen City Productions.

 

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Video Auditions Announced for BRIDGE CITY at American Legacy Theatre

BRIDGE CITY: CASTING CALL

MISSION
American Legacy Theatre generates inviting, reimagined theatrical experiences for all people to have a voice in enriching society.

PROJECT
Bridge City is an original full-length musical focused around community, family, loyalty to self, and normalizing the black experience in pursuit of joy, dreams and aspirations. Developed with ALT since July 2024, this piece is being written and composed by Kennen Butler who is an NYC-based theatre artist that is non-binary and black. 

This project will be the first of at least two public-facing workshops performed for the community to receive direct feedback in shapring the continued development of the piece. This will be a workshop showcasing 20-30 minutes of content – 9 performing artists will be needed.

** Rehearsals will be in the evening for one week, and performances will be in the afternoon on the weekend.

TIMELINE

  • Video Auditions: NOW. Submit by October 21, 2024 for first consideration. Auditions accepted after as well.
  • Rehearsals: November 4, 2024 – November 8, 2024; 7:00pm-9:00pm
  • Workshop Performance #1: November 9, 2024; 2:00pm-3:30pm
  • Workshop Performance #2: November 10, 2024; 2:00pm-3:30pm

To submit a video audition:

  • Prepare 16-32 bars of a pop, R&B, soul, OR contemporary musical theatre song that shows range and expression. Show us a little bit of you!
  • Perform 10 to 20 seconds of the rap verse in TLC’s “Waterfalls” (video: 3:50-4:11) in way that showcases you the best. We are looking for rhythm, clarity, flow, and story.

I seen a rainbow yesterday
But too many storms have come and joined
Leavin’ a trace of not one God-given ray
Is it because my life is ten shades of gray
I pray, all ten fade away, seldom praise Him for the sunny days (Minimum stop point)
And like His promise is true, only my faith can undo
The many chances I blew to bring my life to anew
Clear and blue and unconditional
Skies have dried the tears from my eyes, no more lonely cries

Send video to info@americanlegacytheatre.org with the subject line of “Bridge City – (Character(s) Auditioning For) – (Last Name). 

EXPECTATIONS
The Actor will structure, manage and execute the steps required to implement a high quality acting process that serves the integrity of the musical, bonds the other artists, aligns artistic vision, and heightens audience engagement with the piece. Attendance at all rehearsals and performances is a given. Off-book is ideal; strong familiarity required.

COMPENSATION
This is a one-week non-union contract – $225 stipend – paid at the end of successful completion of contract.

There will be another workshop of this piece in Spring 2025 that actors may be offered depending on ability to meet expectations and availability.

For inquiries, referrals, and consideration contact Matthew David Gellin, Executive Artistic Director, at info@americanlegacytheatre.org. 

ROLES

  • Jerica : Mid 20’s-mid 30’s. Female. Alto/mezzo-soprano. Black/African American
  • Jerome “Bookie” Robinson: Mid 20’s-mid 30’s, Male. Baritone/Bari-tenor. Black/African-American. Jerica’s childhood friend.
  • Mindi Kaleko: Mid 20’s-mid 30’s. Female. Mezzo-soprano/soprano. Friend of Jerica’s from work.
  • Lynn /Narrator: mid 50’s-60s early’s. Female. Alto. Black/African American. Jerica’s Grandmother and narrator of the show.

ENSEMBLE:
Five ensemble members will be cast.

Likely breakdown:

  • One soprano, One alto, Two tenors, One bari-tenor
  • Two females – One Black/African American, One White
  • Two males – One Black/African American, One White
  • One open on gender, race/ethnicity 

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Auditions Announced for A MERRY COUNTRY CHRISTMAS at Tree County Players

Audition Date: Saturday, Oct. 19 from 9:00AM to 3:00 PM
(open walk-ins, no signups required)

Audition and Show Location: TCP Playhouse, 634 West Main
Street, Greensburg (enter through side door by parking lot)

Show Dates: Friday, Dec. 6 and Saturday, Dec. 7 at 7:00

Age Range: Auditions for ages 10 and up!

A MERRY COUNTRY CHRISTMAS will be a collage of songs, readings, music, and just plain Christmas fun! With the feel of a Christmas variety show, A MERRY COUNTRY CHRISTMAS welcomes all kinds of auditions from anyone who wants to share the Christmas spirit by showcasing their talent.

Examples of auditions would include:

  • Spoken word (original poems, readings, inspirational words)
  • Instrumental Christmas songs (please bring your own sheet music – piano is provided)
  • Christmas vocal solos (please bring accompaniment track, YouTube link for track to be played, or audition acapella)

Questions? Contact our director, Dennis Fogle, at 812-614-0634

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