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Auditions Announced for THE WEDDING SINGER at Greater Hamilton Civic Theatre

GHCT_logoDirector Brett Parr and Producer Carrie Rusche are thrilled to announce auditions for the October 2018 production of “The Wedding Singer”! Performances are at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 4, 5, 6 and 2 p.m. Oct. 7. All performances are at Parrish Auditorium on the Miami University Hamilton campus, 1601 University Blvd., Hamilton.

Auditions will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 7 and 2 p.m. Sunday, July 8. Callbacks will be at 6 p.m. Monday, July 9. Auditions, callbacks, and rehearsals will be at the Creative Center at the Palace, 215 S. Third Street, Hamilton, Ohio 45011. Those who audition are asked to prepare 32 bars of a song, preferably a pop/rock show tune. An accompanist will be provided. Please come dressed to dance. Those auditioning are asked to sign-up for an audition time. Online Sign-ups will open on June 7, 2018. Check the website for the sign-up link then.

SHOW SYNOPSIS:
The year is 1985, where the hair is big and the collars are popped. This musical comedy follows wannabe rock star Robbie Hart, a wedding singer, on a trip down the aisle we’ll never forget.

CAST OF CHARACTERS:

Seeking a cast of energetic and strong triple-threats, ages 16 and older. All roles are open.

  • JULIA: Waitress at the “House of Class,” falls in love with Robbie. Vocal Range: A below the staff to fourth space E.
  • HOLLY: Julia’s sexy cousin, fashions herself as a cross between Madonna & Cyndi Lauper. Vocal Range: B below the staff to fourth space E.
  • ROSIE: Robbie’s Grandmother, an old lady with a lot of spunk. Must be able to rap. Vocal Range: Middle C to third space C.
  • LINDA: Robbie’s Fiancée, leaves him at the altar, a hard core Rocker Chick, will also perform with Ensemble. Vocal Range: A below the staff to fourth line D.
  • ANGIE: Julia’s mother, wants her to marry Glen for his money, will also perform with Ensemble. Vocal Range: D below the staff to fourth space E.
  • ROBBIE: The Wedding Singer, a lovable guy, that you can’t help smile at. Guitar Playing Skills a plus.. Vocal Range: B below the staff to A above the staff.
  • SAMMY: Robbie’s best friend, plays guitar in the band. Vocal Range: C below the staff to fifth line F.
  • GEORGE: A “Boy George” wannabe, plays with the band. Vocal Range: C below the staff to A above the staff.
  • GLEN: Julia’s fiancée, very pompous and conceited, a true lady’s man. Vocal Range: C below the staff to fourth line D.
  • IMPERSONATORS: Billy Idol, Mr. T, Ronald and Nancy Reagan, Tina Turner, Cyndi Lauper, Imelda Marcos. Impersonators will also be Ensemble Members.
  • ENSEMBLE: Servers, waitresses, accountants, retail employees, wedding guests, bridesmaids,etc. Seeking strong dancers and sharp pop/rock vocals. Ensemble members will play various roles.

This musical is sponsored by Community First Solutions

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LEGALLY BLONDE the Musical Runs April 25-29

GHCT_Legally Blonde logoLEGALLY BLONDE the Musical
Greater Hamilton Civic Theatre
April 25-29
Miami Hamilton Parrish Auditorium 

Directed by McLean Strickland
Choreographed by Julie Huster
Produced by Tracy Botos

Cast: Julia Bowen as Elle Woods, Michael Wright as Warner Huntington III, Jenni Sheets as Vivienne Kensington, Seth Wagner as Emmett Forrest, Dustin Farris as Professor Callahan, Molly Bowen as Paulette, Jordan Collins as Serena, Kait Ross as Margot, Adriana Boris as Pilar, Hannah Brown as Shandi/Brooke Wyndham, Rachel Scardina as Kate, Julia Huster as Chutney, Alex Cottle as Kyle, the UPS Guy, Jamie Binegar as Veronica/Enid, Juanita Gable as Judge, Joan Crawford-Angst as Mom/Whitney, Nick Brown as Grandmaster Chad/Dewey, Steven Lakes as Dad/Winthrop, Robert Fields as Carolos, Dylan Turner as Nikos, Alex Cottle as Padamaman, David Eschenbrenner as Aaron/Guard, Ralphie as Bruiser & Maggie as Rufus
Ensemble: Chloe Bray, Abby Brown (Kristine), Gracie Bowlin, Maria Helbig (CeCe), Olivia Jones (Leilani), Daniel Lander, Faith Meece, Katie Moore, Trey Moore, Sam Murray, Leah Perry, Courtney Ramey, Kayla Rice, Brooke Robbins, Baylee Rose (dance captain), Dan Schindler, Ethan Singleton, Dylan Turner, Caroline Grace Williams, Francesca Wilson (Gabby)

A musical based on the movie that follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she attends Harvard Law School in an attempt to win back her ex-boyfriend.

  • Wed-Sat, April 25-28 at 8pm
  • Sun, April 29 at 2pm

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2018-2019 Season Announced by Greater Hamilton Civic Theatre

GHCT_logoASSASSINS
SEPTEMBER 2018
Directed by Matt Neal
An award-winning musical telling the story of the nine individuals who assassinated or attempted to assassinate an American president. The historic killers come together to interact and tell their tale.
Music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim,
Book by John Weidman
License by Music Theatre International

THE WEDDING SINGER
OCTOBER 2018
Directed by Brett Parr
The year is 1985, where the hair is big and the collars are popped. This musical comedy follows wannabe rock star Robbie Hart, a wedding singer, on a trip down the aisle we’ll never forget.
Music by Matthew Kylar, book by Chad Beguelin and Tim Herlihy, lyrics by Chad Beguelin
License by Music Theatre International

DISNEY’S MY SON PINOCCHIO: GEPPETTO’S MUSICAL TALE
DECEMBER 2018
Directed by Rodney Neal
An aging toymaker gives a wooden puppet new life in this new musical from Disney, which reveals Geppetto’s journey of learning to be a new parent
and the challenged he faces.
Featuring beloved classic songs and new songs.
Music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz,
​book by David Stern
License by Music Theatre International

ONE FLEW OVER ​THE CUCKOO’S NEST
FEBRUARY 2019
Directed by Matt Neal
​Set in a hospital for the mentally ill, a battle of wills between a petty criminal faking insanity and an iron-fisted nurse affects everyone in the ward.
By Dale Wasserman, from the novel by Ken Kesey
License by Samuel French

CRIMES OF THE HEART
MAY 2019
Directed by Rhonda Lucas
Raised in a dysfunctional family with a penchant for ugly predicaments, three Southern sisters are forced to face the consequences of their “crimes of the heart”.
Book by Beth Henley
License by Samuel French

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Auditions Announced for Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre at Greater Hamilton Civic Theatre

GHCT_logoGreater Hamilton Civic Theatre hosts its 5th annual murder mystery dinner theatre event May 18-19, 2018.
Auditions
Date: 
4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 4 and 7 p.m. Monday, Feb. 5

Location: Creative Center at the Palace, 215 S. Third St., Hamilton (free parking, enter through side door)

Requirements: Please bring a theater resume. A headshot is also highly encouraged. Those auditioning are asked to perform a 60-second comedic monologue. Accents include French, Russian, German, 1940s Gangster, 1940s GumShoe Detective.

More info: Email the director and producer with questions: OliviaTaylorStewart@gmail.comZCPlummer@mercy.com. All selected cast must be GHCT members (forms available at ghctplay.com)..

Show synopsis
A strange accident occurs one night in the 1940s at Chez Mort, and we investigate the circumstances of this shocking event.

Character needs
Jean (or Joan) Paul Truffaut – host and nightclub manager. A Frenchman with a thick accent.. Is sometimes slow to understand what is happening around him.

Mack – Streetwise Stage Manager. Typical 1940’s hard boiled no nonsense guy.

Lady Lelu- glamorous night club singer. Has a bit of a hard shell under her beauty.

“Big Suit” Stu – sharp dressed gangster. Bark is much worse than bite.

Bodyguard (male or female) – Stu’s bodyguard. Speaks with a German/Russian accents. Not necessarily menacing in stature. A person of few words and some of them English.

Sweet Sue- ditsy girlfriend of Stu. Dreams of being as glamorous and popular as Lady Lelu. Unfortunately has no talent.

Chief Inspector Constantine – Police inspector who has been around the block a few times. Slightly unkempt and shabby. Sometimes has an issue keeping his facts and names straight. He has worked so many cases they all are starting to run together.

Smitty: quick-talking news reporter.

About the event
GHCT hosts a fun evening of murder mystery action and tasty food while raising money to keep it thriving. Plan to bring your friends — and your dollars!

The dinner theatre venue has changed for this year. ‘Last Call at Chez Mort” will be performed in the Harry T. Wilks Conference Center, 1601 University Blvd. on the Miami University Hamilton campus. Guests will enjoy a full catered dinner. Alcohol and non-alcoholic beverages will be available for cash purchase. There will also be raffle baskets..

Directed by Olivia Stewart
Produced by Zach Plummer

Sponsored by Neil and Honi Cohen

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THE FOREIGNER Runs Feb. 15-18

GHCT_The Foreigner promoTHE FOREIGNER
Greater Hamilton Civic Theatre
Feb. 15-18
Parrish Auditorium [Hamilton]

Directed by Matt Neal
Produced by Ryan Heinrich and Erin Heinrich

Cast: Cy Wood as Charlie, Bob McClain as Froggy, Rhonda Lucas as Betty, Chris Sutton as Reverend David, Hannah Brown as Catherine, Dan Archdeacon as Ellard & Tyler Parsons as Owen 

A comedic play about a man pretending to speak no English who overhears the plans of some bad guys, and helps the good guys triumph.

  • Thu-Sat, Feb. 15-17 at 8pm
  • Sun, Feb. 18 at 2pm

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