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August 26, 2024 · 5:38 pm

Auditions Announced for MOON OVER BUFFALO at Mariemont Players

Mariemont Players, Inc. is pleased to announce auditions for MOON OVER BUFFALO by Ken Ludwig on Sunday, October 6th and Monday, October 7th from 7-10pm. Directed by Aaron Whitehead and Produced by Natasha Boeckman and Fred Murrell.

Synopsis: This madcap comedy centers on two fading stage actors who may have one last shot at stardom if they can just keep their act, and relationship, together. On the brink of divorce while touring Cyrano de Bergerac and Private Lives in repertory, George and Charlotte Hay learn that Frank Capra is coming to their matinee. Everything that can go wrong does go wrong in this side-splitting farce.

Audition Requirements: Please bring a headshot and resume. Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script. You may be requested to stay past your audition time to read with other auditionees. Please sign up for an audition slot here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090D44AFAB2FA2FE3-50897275-moon

Callbacks: There will be no callbacks.

Rehearsal times: Rehearsals will begin in mid-January 2025 and run through early March.

Production Dates: March 6-23, 2025

Character Breakdown: listed ages are stage ages

GEORGE HAY – (50s-60s) A pompous actor with a flair for the dramatic, George finds himself having to juggle multiple women and multiple plays at the same time. A ham and an over-actor.

CHARLOTTE HAY – (50s-60s) Charlotte is George’s wife, a much more practical person than the unsteady George but also possesses a stubborn and vindictive streak.

ETHEL – (60s-80s) Charlotte’s mother. Performs all manner of odd jobs around the theatre while muttering to herself. Extremely hard of hearing.

ROSALIND – (20s-30s) George & Charlotte’s daughter. Grew up in the theatre and still has it running through her veins, but is trying to escape the endless drama of her parents’ theatrical circus and find a life that’s more ordinary.

HOWARD –  (20s-30s) Rosalind’s fiance. A weatherman. Cheerful and upbeat but sorely lacking in personality.

EILEEN – (20s) A young actress in George & Charlotte’s company. Had a fling with George. Takes the stage very seriously but is not incredibly mature and doesn’t handle adversity well.

PAUL – (20s-30s) Stage manager for George & Charlottes company. Rosalind’s ex-fiance. Does the best he can to keep the machine running and keep the craziness in check.

RICHARD – (40s-60s) A lawyer friend of Charlotte’s who is very much in love with her. Very classy and sophisticated.

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August 20, 2024 · 6:00 pm

Auditions Announced for MINDGAME at Falcon Theatre

AUDITION REQUIREMENTS:

  • Use Falcon’s online Audition Form to submit your information prior to auditions (see below)
  • Must submit a digital version of your resume (PDF Preferred)
  • Headshots must be PDF, or JPEG format
  • Each production has a unique audition form (below). If you wish to audition for more than 1 production, please fill out the form for each production separately
  • For full details and signup links, see Falcon’s Website: Auditions

MINDGAME
Directed by Chad Brinkman

Audition Details:

  • Auditions will be held in person on Wednesday August 28th and Thursday, August 29th 6:30-8:30 PM. Actors only need attend 1 of the 2 audition days.  All actors are requested to submit an audition form prior to attending auditions.
  • Production Dates: November 1st-16th, 2024
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August 20, 2024 · 5:58 pm

Auditions Announced for THE WIZARD OF OZ at Stage Right Musical Theatre Company

Stage Right Announces THE WIZARD OF OZ Auditions
Grant County prepares to return to Oz this winter

Williamstown, KY – Stage Right Musical Theatre Company is thrilled to announce auditions for their semi-professional production: “The Wizard of Oz” running January 31 – February 9 at the Williamstown Performing Arts Center. All Roles Available with evening rehearsals beginning January 2. Seeking any and all actors ages 8 and older.

“Return to the merry ole land of Oz this winter. Follow Dorothy and her lovable crew—the Scarecrow, Tin Man, and the Cowardly Lion—as they journey to meet the great and powerful Wizard. Packed with iconic songs like “Somewhere Over the Rainbow” and “Follow the Yellow Brick Road,” this production promises dazzling performances, unforgettable music, and a magical experience for the whole family. Rediscover the magic of The Wizard of Oz like never before!”

Auditions will be held:

  • October 11: Footlighters Inc (802 York Street Newport, KY 41071) from 6:00-9:30
  • October 12: First Love Community Fellowship (930 Curry Ln Dry Ridge, KY 41035) from
    12:00-5:00
  • October 13: Footlighters Inc (802 York Street Newport, KY 41071) from 2:00-6:00

For Auditions please prepare:

  • 2 Contrasting Songs in the style of the musical (Selections from the show are accepted)
  • A Current Resume and Headshot
  • Properly marked Sheet Music for accompaniment (Acapella auditions will not be considered)

Please Note: There will be cold readings and a dance audition. Please make sure to have appropriate dance attire.

To Request an audition slot visit: https://www.stagerightmtc.org/auditions

All Roles Available.

This show is a semi-professional production. Compensation is determined based on previous professional credits and experience. Not all roles are compensated. This production, as part of our “community company” series, gives an opportunity for less experienced performers to work in a professional environment and gain credits before entering a professional theater experience. Stage Right Musical Theatre Company welcomes and encourages people of backgrounds, identities, and ethnicities to audition. Your unique perspective makes our company stronger.

The Wizard of Oz performances will be as follows:
7:30 Evening Show: Jan 31, Feb 1, 7, 8
2:30 Matinee Show: Feb 2, 9
Student Matinees: February 4 & 6

For any questions contact Casting@StageRightMTC.org

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August 19, 2024 · 6:29 pm

Virtual Auditions Announced for CaBARTret at Bart’s Bards

We’re Back!

After a year off, we are very excited to announce auditions for our 4th Annual CaBARTret! Directed by Maddy Weinkam & Jeff Weinkam. The show will be ONE NIGHT ONLY on November 9th and rehearsals will be minimal. The show will be comprised of solos/small group songs and 3 large group numbers. You must be at least 18 years old and out of high school to participate.

The theme for this year is “Page to Stage” meaning we will be doing selections of songs from shows based on books
(see here for examples: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Category:Musicals_based_on_novels)

There will be no in person auditions this year. ALL auditions will be virtual!

Video auditions must be received by September 8th at 5:00pm. Please send videos to BartsBards@gmail.com

What we need for your audition:

  • 16-32 bars of a musical theatre song you would like to perform in the show that fits the theme (you may be asked to sing something different for the show if the directors so choose)
  • A brief (1 minute or less) explanation of why you want to be a part of this year’s CaBARTret

Note: if you have participated in a Bart’s Bards show within the last 5 years and wish to ONLY be in the large group numbers, you do not need to audition. Just send us an email by September 8th letting us know you would like to be in the group numbers!
We look forward to hearing you soon!

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August 19, 2024 · 6:16 pm

Auditions Announced for ALMOST, MAINE at Dayton Playhouse

Welcome to Almost, Maine, where on one cold, clear winter night, the northern lights dance in the star-filled sky above, casting a magical glow on the residents below. In this enchanting town, love is in the air, and the unexpected and hilarious ways it unfolds will warm your heart. Knees may get bruised, and hearts may break, but as the night progresses, they also heal and mend—almost, like a delightful midwinter night’s dream.

Sept. 30 & Oct. 1 at 7pm

Dayton Playhouse
1301 E Siebenthaler Ave, Dayton, OH 45414

Production dates: Nov. 15-24

CASTING: ALMOST, MAINE is an ensemble play featuring 9 different couples in various stages of falling in or out of love. In the original production, each of the nine couples was portrayed by four actors. For our production, we aim to select the most talented actors from auditions, potentially resulting in a cast as large as 19 individuals. We are committed to casting actors of all ages, races, physical abilities, and sexual orientations to create a diverse and inclusive production.

Audition process: Each person wishing to be considered for the cast will be asked to cold read from the script. Please come prepared with a list of known conflicts that would prevent you from attending rehearsals Monday through Thursday 7:00 PM- 10:00 PM, from October 2 through November 24, 2024. Not every character will be called every night, but everyone will need to be available November 6-17 (Tech week and first weekend of performances) as well as November 21-24 (brush up rehearsal and second weekend).

If you have questions please reach out to Dawn Roth Smith: dawns1210@gmail.com.

Characters:
The Prologue/ Epilogue

  • Ginette: Woman
  • Pete: Man

Her Heart

  • Glory: Woman, she’s on a quest
  • East: Man, he’s a repairman
    This scene will include the two characters kissing.

Sad and Glad

  • Jimmy: Man, with an odd tattoo and a gentle heart
  • Sandrine: Woman, a bachelorette
  • A Waitress: Woman, busy and kind

This Hurts

  • Steve: Man, resilient and analytical
  • Marvalyn: Woman, compassionate and spirited

Getting It Back

  • Gayle: Woman, Outwardly loving
  • Lendal: Man, Inwardly loving

They Fell

  • There are two versions, one for two male friends, and one for two Female friends. We will cast 1 pair of Actors.
  • Randy/Chad: Male friends
  • Shelly/Deena: female friends
    As they talk about how awful their recent heterosexual dating experiences have been, one of the friends, reveals that the other is the only good thing in their life, which freaks the other friend out. The ability to safely fall onto the floor will be needed for these roles.

Where It Went

  • Phil: Man, husband
  • Marci: Woman, wife

Story of Hope

  • Hope: Woman, coming home with a purpose
  • Daniel: Man, always been where he is

Seeing the Thing

  • Dave: Man, “artist” in love
  • Rhonda: Woman, slow to pick up on intentions
    This scene will include the two characters kissing.

ALMOST, MAINE is presented by special arrangement with Broadway Licensing, LLC, servicing the Dramatists Play Service
collection. (www.dramatists.com)

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