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Auditions Announced for Disney’s BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at East Side Players

esp_logoSundays April 28 and May 5 from 1-5pm at the Blue Ash Rec Center, 4433 Cooper Road (near the intersection of Cooper and Reed Hartman).

Auditions will be scheduled, and reservations are requested. “Walk ins” the days of the auditions may be scheduled on a first come, first serve basis, into any remaining unscheduled audition time slots if time permits. With a reservation, the whole audition process should take about an hour or less, without a reservation, plan on spending some time.

For detailed information on their audition process, please visit www.esptheater.org/show-info/Beauty-and-the-Beast-Production-Book.pdf.

Please read through this guide, as it hopefully will answer most of your questions. If you have
any additional questions, or would like more detailed information on any subject, please contact Rick by email, rickreinhardt18@gmail.com.

Performances run Aug. 1-10.

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Auditions Announced for THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL at East Side Players

esp_logoAUDITIONS! Come join The East Side Players for our production of The SpongeBob Musical

Auditions for The SpongeBob Musical will be held Sundays March 10 & 17 (1:30 – 4:30 PM), at the Blue Ash Recreation Center, 4433 Cooper Road, Blue Ash, OH 45242.

Who should audition? EVERYONE! East Side Players prides itself on the involvement of all ages and abilities. From young children to retirees to entire families, ESP has unlimited opportunities to be part of the show. Auditions are a no-pressure effort and are an encouraging, nurturing and FUN environment. What do you need to do? Please reference this production document to outline the entire process – http://www.esptheater.org/show-info/The-SpongeBob-Musical-production-book.pdf

The SpongeBob Musical will be directed by Amanda Osburn and performance dates are June 6, 7, 8, 9, 12, 13, 14 & 15, 2024 at 7:30 PM.

We can’t wait to work with you!

THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL is presented through special arrangement with Concord Theatricals.  www.concordtheatricals.com
Based on the series by Stephen Hillenburg
Book by Kyle Jarrow
Original songs by Yolanda Adams, Steven Tyler and Joe Perry of Aerosmith, Sara Bareilles, Jonathan Coulton, Alex Ebert of Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros, The Flaming Lips, Lady A, Cyndi Lauper, John Legend, Panic! At the Disco, Plain White T’s, They Might Be Giants, T.I.
And songs by David Bowie, Tom Kenny and Andy Paley
Additional lyrics by Jonathan Coulton
Additional music by Tom Kitty
Musical production conceived by Tina Landau
©2023 Viacom International Inc. All Rights Reserved. Nickelodeon, SpongeBob SquarePants and all related titles, logos and characters are trademarks of Viacom International Inc. Created by Stephen Hillenburg.

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HONK! Runs Aug. 3-12

ESP_HonkHONK!
East Side Players
Aug. 3-12
Blue Ash Recreation Center Tom Stone Amphitheater

Directed by Amanda Osburn

Official cast list |

HONK! is a delightful family-friendly musical adaptation of tale of The Ugly Duckling. Bring seating.

  • Thu-Sun, Aug. 3-6 at 7:30pm
  • Wed-Sat, Aug. 9-12 at 7:30pm

Official page | Facebook event |

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The East Side Players present Disney’s THE LITTLE MERMAID – Opening June 8th

ESP_The Little MermaidThe East Side Players proudly present Disney’s beloved classic in Broadway musical form – The Little Mermaid. Gather the whole family and bring lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy our beautiful June weather at this unique outdoor venue.

Disney’s The Little Mermaid
June 8, 9, 10, 11 and 14, 15, 16 & 17 at 7:30 PM each performance
Tickets $10 and are purchased at the door – cash only please
Blue Ash Recreation Center Tom Stone Amphitheater – 4309 Cooper Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45242
For more information visit http://www.esptheater.org or call 513-891-8878

The East Side Players are a true community of theater. We take immense pride in our diverse and inclusive family of performers. Our group is a vibrant tapestry of individuals from all walks of life, with talents that span across generations. From seasoned actors to budding stars, and even entire families sharing the stage, we embrace the unique contributions each member brings to our productions.

Based on the Hans Christian Andersen story and the Disney film produced by Howard Ashman and John Musker and written & directed by John Musker & Ron Clements. Music by Alan Menken. Lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater. Book by Doug Wright. Disney’s The Little Mermaid is presented through special arrangement with Music Theater International (MTI).All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.MTIShows.com

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Cast Announced for HONK the Musical! at East Side Players

esp_logoEast Side Players Proudly Announces the cast of HONK! the Musical

Duck Cast | Swan Cast
August 3, 5, 9, 11 | August 4, 6, 10, 12

  • Ugly – Leland McGuire* | Lorelle Stewart*
  • Ida – Claire Rowe*+ | Nina Lupariello*+
  • Drake – Ed Goldman* | Ed Goldman*
  • Cat – Hanna McGuire* | Fred Schnell*
  • Maureen – Kayla Nelsen* | Julia Staat*
  • Turkey – Elias Dean* | Chris Staat*
  • Henrietta – Sarah Wessinger*+ | Ari Penilla*+
  • Grace – Kelly Greivenkamp* | Kelly Greivenkamp*
  • Beaky – Ella Dressing* | Ella Dressing*
  • Billy – Makenzie McGuire* | Makenzie McGuire*
  • Downy – Taigen McGuire* | Taigen McGuire*
  • Fluff – Charlotte Garrett* | Charlotte Garrett*
  • Greylag – Elias Dean* | Chris Staat*
  • Dot – Sarah Wessinger*+ | Trish Schmidt*+
  • Barnacles – Carson Miskowiec* | Carson Miskowiec*
  • Snowy – Lisa Schechtman* | Lisa Schechtman*
  • Pinkfoot – Ari Penilla* | Ari Penilla*
  • Lowbutt – Trish Schmidt* | Trish Schmidt*
  • Queenie – Sarah Wessinger*+ | Ari Penilla*+
  • Bullfrog – Elias Dean* | Chris Staat*
  • Penny – Kaylee Jansen* | Kaylee Jansen*
  • Mother Swan – Lisa Schechtman* | Lisa Schechtman*
  • Father Swan – Carson Miskowiec* | Carson Miskowiec*
  • Bewick – Karen Musclow* | Karen Musclow*
  • Maggie Pie – Trish Schmidt* | Trish Schmidt*
  • Old Woman Kayla Nelsen* Julia Staat*
  • Farmer – Ed Goldman* | Ed Goldman*
  • Boy – Makenzie McGuire* | Makenzie McGuire*
  • Girl – Ella Dressing* | Ella Dressing*
  • Floor Manager – Carson Miskowiec* | Carson Miskowiec*
  • Camera Man – Carson Miskowiec* | Carson Miskowiec*
  • Farm Animals: Crosley Araujo, Ameerah McGuire, Anna Nelsen, Oliver Garrett & Kami McGuire
  • Froglets: Crosley Araujo, Oliver Garrett, Makenzie McGuire, Ella Dressing, Ameerah McGuire, Taigen McGuire, Charlotte Garrett, Kami McGuire & Anna Nelsen
  • Geese: Ella Dressing, Kaylee Jansen, Kayla Nelsen, Ed Goldman, Makenzie McGuire, Trish Schmidt, Kelly Greivenkamp,  Carson Miskowiec, Julia Staat & Karen Musclow
  • Fish: Crosley Araugo, Oliver Garrett, Kami McGuire, Ella Dressing, Kaylee Jansen, Anna Nelsen & Ameerah McGuire
    + performance nights may / will differ from the regular schedule

For more information visit www.esptheater.org.

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