The cast includes:
Directed by Charley Shafor with vocal direction by Abbie Miller, performances run May 1 to 3 at the Sorg Theatre.
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YOU’RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN
Middletown Lyric Theatre
May 1-3
Sorg Opera House [Middletown]
Directed & Musical Staging by Charley Shafor
Vocal Direction by Abbie Miller
Cast: Addie Imundo as Lucy, Nicholas Knox as Schroeder, Greg Nelson as Snoopy, Ava Ramsey as Sally, Nolan Todd as Linus & Drew Williams Orozco as Charlie Brown
Ensemble: Mary Grace Griffith, Henry Hanks & Annie Wildermuth
You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown, finds the beloved Peanuts gang in this fresh, high-energy revival. With updated musical arrangements and vibrant choreography, this heartwarming musical captures the simple joys and everyday adventures of childhood. From Charlie Brown’s eternal quest for happiness to Snoopy’s soaring imagination and Lucy’s comic crush on Schroeder, each scene bursts with humor, heart, and timeless charm. Packed with catchy songs like “My New Philosophy,” “Suppertime,” and “Happiness,” this revised version delivers fun for all ages and reminds us that being a “Good Man,” is more about kindness and connection than perfection
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THE NANCE
By Douglas Carter Beane
Original Music by Glen Kelly
Directed by Charley Shafor
AUDITIONS
First Meeting: April 6, 2026
Rehearsals will be 3-4 times a week beginning in May
You must be CONFLICT FREE: June 13 – June 28, 2026
SYNOPSIS:
A bold, heartfelt comedy/drama set in 1930s New York, where burlesque and politics collide. At its center is Chauncey Miles, a witty performer who plays the flamboyant “Nance” caricature onstage, an outrageous stereotype of a gay man, while secretly living as one in a world that refuses to accept him. As Mayor LaGuardia cracks down on “indecency” in entertainment, Chauncey grapples with the rising tide of censorship, the costs of hiding his true self, and a surprising romance that threatens his carefully constructed facade. A sharp blend of comedy, tragedy, music and showbiz sparkle, The Nance explores identity, repression, and the fight for dignity with unflinching honesty. This play deals with mature themes, gay & political issues and suggestive humor of the era. Recommended for 16+
AUDITION REQUIREMENTS
You must complete an audition form & sign up for an audition time slot cold reading from the script
CHARACTERS
While this is a play with music. Musical abilities is a bonus as there is light singing and movement. The three female burlesque performers will be costumed in “burlesque style” costumes. (no nudity) They are bold, brash and unapologetic. They all have been around the block and then some. This is an historic piece and deals with burlesque style humor, there is no room for being offended by jokes and dialogue that may be considered inappropriate by today’s standards. When it comes to singing the males are baritones and there are 2 mezzo-sopranos and one alto. Do not let your fear of singing keep you from auditioning.
Chauncey Miles:
Should appear to be in his mid 40’s. He is a closeted gay comic who plays a “nance” on-stage. Witty, quick humored, sarcastic and a little bitter about life. On stage he is over-the-top. This will be a challenging but albeit rewarding role for even the most seasoned performer. The actor must be comfortable with male intimacy.
NED:
Should appear to be in his 20’s. Good-looking, fit and a little innocent. He was once married but now shares in a secret relationship with Chauncey. He later becomes a stage performer. Role will require the illusion of being nude. Must be comfortable with male intimacy.
EPHRAIM:
Should appear to be in his 50’s. Straight, homophobic, a little gruff and is the lead comedian and theatre manager.
SYLVIE:
Should appear to be in her mid 20’s to early 30’s. A burlesque dancer and member of the communist party. Not afraid to argue politics.
JOAN:
Should appear to be in her 20’s. Somewhat innocent, perky and vivacious.
CARMEN:
Should appear to be in her mid 20’s to early 30’s. On stage she specializes in playing with an exaggerated Latin-American accent.
There are two additional roles one female and one male. These are non-singing roles who may play a variety of characters both verbal and non-verbal. Both should range in age from 30’s to 50’s
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ANNOUNCING AUDITIONS for the musical YOU’RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN
Based on the comic strip PEANUTS by Charles M. Schultz
Book, Music & Lyrics by Clark Gesner
Additional Dialogue by Michael Mayer
Additional Music & Lyrics by Andrew Lippa
AUDITIONS:
Visit for more information and to sign-up
https://www.middletownlyric.org/47-auditions-charlie-brown
PERFORMANCES: May 1, 2 & 3 2026
CHARACTERS:
In addition to the above roles, we are looking to cast 2-4 chorus members who will help fill out the group numbers and do some specialty stuff.
ABOUT THE SHOW:
YOU’RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN finds the beloved Peanuts gang in this fresh, high-energy revival. With updated musical arrangements this heartwarming musical captures the simple joys and everyday adventures of childhood.
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REHEARSAL FOR MURDER
Middletown Lyric Theatre
Sept. 19-20
Sorg Opera House [Middletown]
Directed by Joel Brown
Cast: Kathy Abrams as Bella Lamb, Joel Brown as Second Man in Auditorium, Zack Cornett as Leo Gibbs, John Dorney as Man in Auditorium, Tim Geering as Alex Dennison, Claudia Kasvin as Monica Wells, Christyn New as Loretta/Police Officer, Gail Rudolph as Police Lieutenant, Andrew Schiltz as David Matthews, Aaron Tanzer as Lloyd Andrews, Lisa White as Karen Daniels & Jocelyn Wright as Sally Bean
The play is set in an empty Broadway theater, giving the audience a “fly-on-the-wall” experience, as the action of the play unfolds all around them, in real time. Through flashbacks, we learn that exactly one year ago, his fiancé Monica Welles and star of his latest play is discovered dead after a cast party and her death has been ruled a suicide. Now Alex has invited back, several people involved in that play, including the cast, director and producer. He tells them they are reading scenes for a new play he is writing. With mysterious men in the shadows, re-enactments using Monica’s furniture set up on the stage, concealed identities and masterful manipulation, Alex sets out to prove that Monica was murdered, and to unmask her murderer!
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