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Auditions Announced for IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE: Live Radio Play at Lebanon Theatre Company

LTC_logoLebanon Theatre Company ​is holding auditions for our upcoming production, IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE: Live Radio Play at our S. Mechanic St. theater on the following days/times.

  • Sat, Sep. 8, from 10am-noon
  • Sun, Sep. 9, from 2-4pm

Directed by Adam Jones
Produced by Dawn Stone

​The director is looking to cast adult and children’s roles. Auditions will be a cold reading from the script, provided at auditions.

Adult Roles

  • FREDDIE FILMORE  – The Announcer to WBFR’s evening program, “It’s a Wonderful Life”. Portrays multiple characters of varied ages including Mr. Gower – the proprietor of the corner drug store, Henry Potter – the scrooge-like character who owns all of Bedford Falls, and many more! Looking for a character actor who is able to achieve a wide range of voices and expressions.
  • JAKE LAURENTS – The charming actor in the evening’s program who portrays the everyman of Bedford Falls, George Bailey. Looking for an actor who is able to convey sincerity, ambition, love, despair, and joy. This actor remains the same character throughout.
  • SALLY APPLEWHITE – The sweet ingénue in the evening’s program who plays the devoted, Mary Hatch (later Mary Bailey). Looking for an actress who is able to convey sincerity, love, concern, determination, and joy. This actress remains the same character throughout.
  • LANA SHERWOOD – The vibrant vixen in the evening’s program who portrays multiple characters of varied ages including the sultry temptress of Bedford Falls, Violet Blick, an encouraging mother to George, Rose Bailey, and many more! Looking for a character actress who is able to achieve a wide range of voices and expressions.
  • HARRY “JAZZBO” HEYWOOD – The comedic wing-man in the evening’s program who portrays multiple characters such as everyone’s favorite guardian angel, Clarence Oddbody, young brother to George, Harry Bailey, and many more! Looking for a character actor who is able to achieve a wide range of voices and expressions.

Children’s Roles

  • ZUZU BAILY / YOUNG VIOLET – (Age 6 -11)  Looking for a sassy and confident young lady to portray these two fun characters. You will double as George and Mary’s youngest daughter and the kid version of Violet Blick.
  • TOMMY BAILEY / YOUNG HARRY  – (Age 8 – 11)  Looking for a funny young man who can burp on command….or can pretend really well! You will double as youngest son to George and Mary as well as the kid version of Harry.
  • PETE BAILEY / YOUNG GEORGE – (Age 8 – 11)  Looking for confident young man who is able to portray bravery, maturity, and compassion. You will double as George and Mary’s oldest son as well as the kid version of George.
  • JANIE BAILEY / YOUNG MARY – (Age 8 – 11) Looking for a confident young lady who is able to portray sweetness and love. You will double as the oldest daughter to George and Mary and the kid version of Mary. ​

Performances run Nov. 30-Dec. 9.

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SHREK The Musical Runs Sept. 21-23

ACTUP_Shrek logoSHREK The Musical
Acting Up
Sept. 21-23
Mason High School Theatre

Directed by Caroline Hall
Vocal & orchestra direction by Jeanne Bilyeu
Choreographed by Shawn Flick
Produced by Laura Peebles

Official cast list (scroll down)

Based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film, SHREK The Musical is a Tony Award-winning fairy tale adventure,. “Once upon a time, there was a little ogre named Shrek….” And thus begins the tale of an unlikely hero who finds himself on a life-changing journey alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a feisty princess who resists her rescue. Throw in a short-tempered bad guy, a cookie with an attitude and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you’ve got the kind of mess that calls for a real hero. Luckily, there’s one on hand… and his name is Shrek.

  • Fri, Sept. 21 at 7pm
  • Sat, Sept. 22 at 2pm &  7pm
  • Sun, Sept. 23 at 2pm

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INTO THE WOODS JR. Runs Sept. 14-30

THT_Into the Woods Jr logoINTO THE WOODS JR.
Town Hall Theatre
Sept. 14-30
[Centerville]

Official cast list |

The musical centers on a baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King’s festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk. When the baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child because of a witch’s curse, the two set off on a journey to break the curse and wind up changed forever. Recommended for ages 3 and up.

  • Fri, Sept. 14 at 7pm
  • Sat-Sun, Sept. 15*-16 at 3pm
  • Fri, Sept. 21 at 7pm
  • Sat, Sept. 22 at 3pm & 7pm
  • Sun, Sept. 23 at 3pm
  • Fri, Sept. 28 at 7pm
  • Sat,-Sun, Sept. 29*-30 at 3pm
    *optional pre-show party available.

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Male High School Students Needed for SISTER ACT at Mount Notre Dame Theatre

MND_logoSISTER ACT
November 30th, December 1st, 2nd  and December 6th, 7th, 8th

The MNDT Fall Show is open to MND Students and male High School students throughout the tri state area.

If you are currently enrolled in High School then you are eligible to audition for this production.

AUDITIONS

  • Wednesday August 29th, 3:30pm to 6:30pm
  • Thursday August 30th, 3:30pm to 6:30pm
  • Friday August 31st, 3:30pm to 6:30pm

If callbacks are necessary, they will be held after auditions on Friday August 31st.

Auditions are held at MND:  711 E. Columbia Ave. Reading, OH 45215

To Sign Up for Auditions please click the link and sign up for a specific day:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B054DA8A829A6F49-mndt

For more information concerning auditions please email the Artistic Director, Kyle Imbronyev atkimbronyev@mndhs.org

PREPARE
Please prepare a 60 second Comedic Monologue and 32 bars of a comedic Musical Theatre piece.

You must supply the sheet music for your audition. An accompanist will be provided. No tracks or acapella singing will be accepted.

Rehearsals are Tuesday and Thursday 3:30pm to 6:30pm, and Saturday 3:30pm to 5:30pm. We ask that all conflicts are presented at the auditions.

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Playhouse Fall Acting Classes For Children Now on Sale

PIP_Kids1Classes geared for ages 3-14

CINCINNATI—Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park’s fall acting classes are now on sale for young persons ages 3-14. Participants who register by Aug. 22 receive a $20 discount with code LRN2018; final registration deadline is Sept. 7. Classes take place at the Playhouse in Mount Adams: 962 Mt Adams Circle, Cincinnati, OH 45202.

Designed to build confidence, strengthen communication skills and develop a sense of ensemble and community, the programs focus on individual and collective skill development in a fun and supportive environment.

“At the Playhouse, we believe everyone has a voice,” says Daunielle Rasmussen, director of education and community engagement. “No acting experience is required or expected for our programs.”

Details for each class, including fees and dates, are below. Register at cincyplay.com or call 513-421-3888.

FALL CLASS SCHEDULE

CAMPFIRE STORIES
Saturdays, Sept. 8 to Oct. 27 | Tuition: $95*
Pre-kindergarten | 10 – 10:30 a.m.

Gather ‘round the campfire and listen to our tale! Using acting-based techniques, work as a group to bring exciting adventure stories to life. Nibble on s’mores, build a campsite and meet big brown bears!

SPY SQUAD
Saturdays, Sept. 8 to Oct. 27 | Tuition: $140*
Kindergarten through second grade | 10:40 – 11:25 a.m.

Our spy agency is recruiting and we need you to help us complete our mission! Flex your acting muscles and crack codes, dodge laser traps and go undercover. Do you have what it takes to be the next great spy?

MYSTERY & MAYHEM (Grades 3-5)
Saturdays, Sept. 8 to Oct. 27 | Tuition: $155*
Third through fifth grades | 11:35 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Ghouls and goblins are causing mystery and mayhem! Put your sleuthing (and acting) skills to the test by following a trail of clues and solving tricky mysteries. Will you help us restore order to the world?

MYSTERY & MAYHEM (Grade 6-8)
Saturdays, Sept. 8 to Oct. 27 | Tuition: $155*
Sixth through eighth grades | 9 – 9:50 a.m.

Ghouls and goblins are causing mystery and mayhem! Put your sleuthing (and acting) skills to the test by following a trail of clues and solving tricky mysteries. Will you help us restore order to the world?

The Playhouse is supported by the generosity of more than 40,000 contributors to the ArtsWave Community Campaign. The Ohio Arts Council helps fund the Playhouse with state tax dollars to encourage economic growth, educational excellence and cultural enrichment for all Ohioans. The Playhouse also receives funding from the Shubert Foundation and the National Endowment for the Arts.

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*Each child acting class tuition includes a $25, non-refundable registration fee. Cancellations prior to the first day of class will be honored with a refund, minus the $25 non-refundable registration fee. Cancellations after the first class will receive a refund, minus a pro-rate for the first class and the $25 non-refundable registration fee. There will be no refunds given after the second class.

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