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January 3, 2022 · 9:59 am

Auditions Announced for SHOWTUNE at Middletown Lyric Theatre

MLT_logoSHOWTUNE: Celebrating the Words & Music of Jerry Herman
This is the perfect show for any musical theatre performer, with songs from; Hello Dolly, MAME, Mack & Mabel, Dear World and La Cage Aux Folles, a revue that has plenty of opportunity for every cast member to shine. We are looking for strong voices and big personalities to help bring to our stage.

Audition Dates:

  • Sunday, January 30th – 2:00pm to 4:00pm
  • Monday, January 31st – 7:00pm – 8:30pm
  • Tuesday, February 1st – 7:00pm – 8:30pm

Roles Available:

  • Male & Female performers, Age 18+ – Open to all Ethnicities
  • While the show is written for the following roles, we will consider expanding.
  • Woman 1 – Vocal range top: F5 / bottom: F#3
  • Woman 2 – Vocal range top: F5 / bottom: E3
  • Woman 3 – Vocal range top: Bb5 / bottom: F#3
  • Man 1 – Vocal range top: G4 / bottom: G2
  • Man 2 – Vocal range top: C5 / bottom: G2
  • Man 3 – Vocal range top: A4 / bottom: A2

Audition Requirements:
Although not required, we request that you prepare two songs from the Jerry Herman songbook. Your choice of song should highlight your vocal style and range. Please have music cut and ready for accompanist.

Cast Members receive Gas Stipends

Production dates: April 22-30

More information at middletownlyric.org or info@middletownlyric.org

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December 8, 2021 · 9:46 am

THE BUTTERFINGERS ANGEL, MARY & JOSEPH, HEROD THE NUT & THE SLAUGHTER OF 12 HIT CAROLS IN A PEAR TREE Runs Dec. 10-12

MLT_The Buttefingers Angel promoTHE BUTTERFINGERS ANGEL, MARY & JOSEPH, HEROD THE NUT & THE SLAUGHTER OF 12 HIT CAROLS IN A PEAR TREE
Middletown Lyric Theatre
Dec. 10-12
[Middletown]

Dealing with the story of Mary and Joseph and the birth of Jesus from a fresh and richly creative point of view, the author combines traditional Christmas music, and often antic characterizations. Following the Biblical recounting, the story is enhanced by a tree, a sheep and a donkey, who talk! Add a beguiling Mary who has decided that men and marriage were not for her; and a suddenly cautious Joseph who now contends that he is too old for his intended and a flustered boy-angel who directs the action from a promptbook and manages to get only the most strangled, bleating sounds from his trumpet. But, the true significance of the occasion is never lost, and the underlying mood and spirit of reverence is, if anything; enhanced and made new by the distinctive approach of this joyful and unique retelling.

  • Fri, Dec. 10 at 8pm SOLD OUT
  • Sat, Dec. 11 at 2pm & 8pm
  • Sun, Dec. 12 at 2pm

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October 4, 2021 · 9:24 am

2022 Season Announced by Middletown Lyric Theatre

MLT_logoPROOF
March 4-12, 2022
Directed by Charley Shafor

Catherine, a troubled young woman, has spent years caring for her brilliant but unstable father, a famous mathematician. Now, following his death, she must deal with her own volatile emotions and the arrival of her estranged sister. How much of her father’s madness – or genius – will Catherine inherit?

SHOWTUNE: Celebrating the Words and Music of Jerry Herman
April 22-30, 2022
Directed by Charley Shafor

Prepare yourself for a slice of musical theatre heaven. Showtune delivers everything that its title promises… and then some! No  lyric is left unsung. Familiar tunes from such illustrious titles as Hello Dolly, Mame, and La Cage Aux Folles will be stuck in your  head long after this charming show ends.

THE LEGEND OF GEORGIA MCBRIDE
June 17-25, 2022
Directed by Charley Shafor

He’s young, he’s broke, his landlord’s knocking at the door, and he’s just found out his wife is going to have a baby. To make matters even more desperate, Casey is fired from his gig as an Elvis impersonator in a run-down, small-town Florida bar. When the bar owner brings in a B-level drag show to replace his act, Casey finds that he has a whole lot to learn about show business and himself.

LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS 
Aug. 19-27, 2022
Directed by Josiah Miller 

The meek floral assistant Seymour Krelborn stumbles across a new breed of plant he names “Audrey II” – after his coworker crush. This, R&B-singing carnivore promises unending fame and fortune to the down and out Krelborn as long as he keeps feeding it. This version contains new music arrangements and a new shall we say, sexy twist on an old favorite.

CHURCH & STATE
Oct. 14-22, 2022
Directed by TBA

A North Carolina U.S. senator makes an off-the-cuff comment to a blogger that gets leaked on “the Twitter,” calling into question the senator’s stance on guns and God.  As his devoutly Christian wife and liberal Jewish campaign manager try to contain the damage, this look at how religion influences politics and how politics has become a religion is simultaneously funny, heartbreaking, and uplifting.

THE MOST WONDERFUL TIME OF THE YEAR – A HOLIDAY CABARET
Dec. 9-17, 2022
Directed by Charley Shafor

This original cabaret will feature music from, That Time of the Year a musical revue of all-original Christmas, Hanukkah, and New Year’s songs. There will also be dancing, traditional carols and storytelling. This cabaret is sure to spark your holiday spirit no matter which holiday you celebrate.

For more information visit www.middletownlyric.org.

 

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September 2, 2021 · 11:22 am

Young Actor Sought for Role of Angel Gabriel in THE BUTTERFINGERS ANGEL… at Middletown Lyric Theatre

MLT_logoMLT is looking for a young male age 13-17 to play the Angel Gabriel, yhe narrator and guide for the play. Needs strong stage presence. He’s confidant, but somewhat frazzled. He’s kind but stern. Acting experience a plus but not necessary.

Make appointment for an audition by contacting:
Charley Shafor at cshafor@middletownlyric.org

The Show: THE BUTTERFINGERS ANGEL, MARY & JOSEPH, KING HEROD THE NUT & THE SLAUGHTER of 12 HIT CAROLS IN A PEAR TREE by William Gibson

Dealing with the story of Mary and Joseph and the birth of Jesus from a fresh and richly creative point of view, the author combines traditional Christmas music, and often antic characterizations. Following the Biblical recounting, the story is enhanced by a tree, a sheep and a donkey, who talk! Add a beguiling Mary who has decided that men and marriage were not for her; and a suddenly cautious Joseph who now contends that he is too old for his intended and a flustered boy-angel who directs the action from a promptbook and manages to get only the most strangled, bleating sounds from his trumpet. But, the true significance of the occasion is never lost, and the underlying mood and spirit of reverence is, if anything; enhanced and made new by the distinctive approach of this joyful and unique retelling.

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July 8, 2021 · 9:38 am

THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST Runs Aug. 6-21

MLT_The Importance of Being Earnest logoTHE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST
Middletown Lyric Theatre
Aug. 6-21
[Middletown]

Meet John ‘Jack’ Worthing and Algernon ‘Algy’ Moncrieff who create alter egos named Ernest to escape their tiresome lives. They attempt to win the hearts of two women who, conveniently, claim to only love men called Earnest. The pair struggle to keep up with their own stories and become tangled in a tale of deception, disguise.

  • Fri-Sat, Aug. 6-7 at 8pm
  • Fri, Aug. 13 at 8pm
  • Sat, Aug. 14 at 3pm & 8pm
  • Fri, Aug. 23 at 8pm
  • Sat, Aug. 24 at 3pm

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