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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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July 6, 2021 · 11:57 am

Auditions Announced for THE BUTTERFINGERS ANGEL MARY AND JOESPH, HAROD THE NUT AND THE SLAUGHTER OF 12 HIT CAROLS ON A PEAR TREE at Middletown Lyric Theatre

MLT_logoTHE BUTTERFINGERS ANGEL MARY AND JOESPH, HAROD THE NUT AND THE SLAUGHTER OF 12 HIT CAROLS ON A PEAR TREE by William Gibson
 
About the Show:
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.
 
Audition Dates:

  • Sunday, August 8, 2021 – 2pm – 5pm
  • Monday, August 9. 2021 – 7pm – 8:30pm
  • Tuesday. August 10. 2021 – 7pm – 8:30pm 

Cold readings from the script
You will be asked to sing a Christmas Carol (no sheet music is required, singing may be A cappella. Everyone sings in this show,  but you don’t need to be a great singer. Able to sing harmony is a plus.

The on-line audition form is available here.

Rehearsals:
Rehearsals will begin at the end of October.
You must be available December 3rd & 4th

Performance Dates:
December 10, 11 & 12 (4 performances)
 
Roles Available:

  • Male Angel, Age13 – 18: confident, a character unto himself, witty and in command
  • Mary: able to play in your early 20’s: her own woman not like you think Mary might be
  • Joseph: a carpenter – able to play in your 40’s: unsure, aged, a bit wishy-washy
  • The Tree (Female): 18 – 40’s: Narcissistic, funny, exhausting. The role is somewhat physical
  • King Herod, Man in Grey and Courier: able to play in your 50’s: A character actor for sure, a little insane
  • 3 female roles – age 13 & above:  To play Women of Nazareth, Women of Herod’s court, & Chorus
  • 3 male roles – age 13 & above: To play Mary’s brothers, the three kings, soldiers & Chorus
  • 4 children roles – ages 8 to 12: To play children of Nazareth, farm animals, and Chorus

THE BUTTERFINGERS ANGEL MARY AND JOESPH, HAROD THE NUT AND THE SLAUGHTER OF 12 HIT CAROLS ON A PEAR TREE is presented by special arrangement with Dramatists Play Service, Inc., New York.

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June 3, 2021 · 11:37 am

ALL-AMERICAN CABARET Runs July 2-17

MLT_All American Cabaret logoALL-AMERICAN CABARET
Middletown Lyric Theatre
July 2-17
[Middletown]

There has never been a time when America and all its glory needed to be celebrated Come and sing a- long, tap your toes and wave your flag to this patriotic cabaret. This musical celebration will be filled with songs that kept our troops inspired through war time and audience entertained when attending the movies to Broadway.

  • Fri, July 2 at 8pm
  • Sat, July 3 at 3pm & 8pm
  • Fri, July 9 at 8pm
  • Sat, July 10 at 3pm & 8pm
  • Fri, July 16 at 8pm
  • Sat, July 17 at 3pm

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