June 29, 2013

Swoonie's Dream - A Clown Dream Adventure

Swoonie's Dream ~ A Clown Dream Adventure
The Flock, A Company of Clowns, explores the world of dreams with pretty hilarious results.
This is show for the whole family!!!

Directed by Hailey Jones
Featuring: Marty Honig, Alan Brannon, Catherine Marie Pajor, Ellen June Pajor, Larry Goodman and Beth Byrd-Lonski
With live music provided by the wonderful Justin Vacca!

Friday, July 19 - 11:00
Sunday, July 21 - 1:30
Monday, July 22 - 6:30
Wednesday, July 24 - 9:30
Thursday, July 25 - 8:00
Saturday, July 27 - 11:00

At The Just Off Broadway Theater
3051 Central KCMO 64108
go to www.justoffbroadway.org for directions


Ticket Price: $10 - with a KCFringe button ~ go to www.kcfringe.org to order tickets
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Swoonie's Dream - A Clown Dream Adventure

Swoonie's Dream ~ A Clown Dream Adventure
The Flock, A Company of Clowns, explores the world of dreams with pretty hilarious results.
This is show for the whole family!!!

Directed by Hailey Jones
Featuring: Marty Honig, Alan Brannon, Catherine Marie Pajor, Ellen June Pajor, Larry Goodman and Beth Byrd-Lonski
With live music provided by the wonderful Justin Vacca!

Friday, July 19 - 11:00
Sunday, July 21 - 1:30
Monday, July 22 - 6:30
Wednesday, July 24 - 9:30
Thursday, July 25 - 8:00
Saturday, July 27 - 11:00

At The Just Off Broadway Theater
3051 Central KCMO 64108
go to www.justoffbroadway.org for directions


Ticket Price: $10 - with a KCFringe button ~ go to www.kcfringe.org to order tickets
go to www.byrdproductions.org for more details OR Like us on Facebook!

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The Knights last show tomorrow

TOMORROW IS YOUR LAST CHANCE TO SEE THE KNIGHTS! The Gorilla Theatre Productions will be presenting their 22nd annual Greek show on the South steps of the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, Saturday, June 29 and Sunday, June 30, at 7:30am.
This year's show will be a production of Aristophanes's The Knights (424 BCE). Aristophanes was a Greek comic playwright in 5th c. Athens, and what that means is a crazy plot, vicious swipes at political and social leaders, and lots of sex jokes. In this play, which won first prize at the Lenaea festival, Aristophanes takes on Cleon, who once sued Aristophanes for his play The Babylonians. Aristophanes vowed revenge, and this play was that revenge. Come and watch an ancient political grudge match played out with jokes and general silliness. It's a great way to start the day, and should provide lots of fodder for water cooler discussions come Monday, July 1st.

WARNING: Parental Guidance suggested, this is -- after all -- a Greek Comedy.

The play this year will be directed by James Dean Carter & David Brisco Luby with original live music by Patrick Conway and musicians Mark Southerland and Brad Cox. Choreography of by Kosha Johnson. Neil Swanson-Chrisman is the Costume Designer and Chester White will be the Scenic and Props Designer.
Cast List: the CHORUS of the KNIGHTS: Carol Leighton, Michelle Stelting-Mauler, Marc Abelson, Bernard Norcott-Mahany & Mark Bryant. Joe Whalen as DEMOSTHENES, Frank McCabe as NICIAS, Darrel Bailey as AGORACRITUS the SAUSAGE-SELLER, Ray Ettinger as CLEON, & Michael Patton as DEMOS.
Gorilla Theatre is working its way through all surviving Greek plays without repeating. This will be one of the last plays of the playwright Aristophanes. Here are some of the Summer Greek Shows of Aristophanes's we have done:
LYSISTRATA by Aristophanes 1992
THE POET & THE WOMEN by Aristophanes 1996
THE FROGS by Aristophanes 1998
THE CLOUDS by Aristophanes 2002
THE WASPS by Aristophanes 2006
THE BIRDS by Aristophanes 2009
For more information call Gorilla Theatre Productions at: 816-510-3372 or on Facebook


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June 28, 2013

Auditions

The TallGrass Theatre Company
(Community)


Auditions: To Kill A Mockingbird by Harper Lee : Aug 17: 12 am Sat

The story is renowned for its warmth and humor, despite dealing with the serious issues of rape and racial inequality. The narrator's father, Atticus Finch, has served as a moral hero for many readers and as a model of integrity for lawyers. One critic explains the novel's impact by writing, "In the twentieth century, To Kill a Mockingbird is probably the most widely read book dealing with race in America, and its protagonist, Atticus Finch. Directed by Sandy Miller . ,
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Mark you calendars! Auditions for :"To Kill A Mockingbird", will be held August 17th from 12:00-5:00 @ the Gardner Grange Hall on Johnson County Fairgrounds, 136 E Washington Street, Gardner.
Gardner Grange Hall Building , Johnson County Fairgrounds, 136 E Washington Stree, (913) 938-2668, www.thetallgrasstheatrecompany.com

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June 27, 2013

Flashdance - The Musical brings ‘80s pop culture to Starlight Theatre’s stage July 9-14

Thirty years after the film Flashdance hit the box office, it is being brought to life in a national tour on its way to Broadway. Grab an oversized sweatshirt, some leg warmers and throw a bucket of water over yourself in preparation for Flashdance-The Musical at Starlight Theatre July 9-14.

Flashdance -The Musical tells the inspiring and unforgettable story of Alex Owens, a working-class girl from Pittsburgh with a dream of becoming a professional dancer. She works by day as a steel mill welder, and a bar dancer at night while aspiring to be accepted at a prestigious ballet academy. When Alex catches the eye of her boss Nick Hurley, their romance shows her the meaning of love and drives her ambition to pursue her dream.

The production includes hit songs from the Grammy Award-winning movie soundtrack, all of which became Top Ten hits on the radio around the world including the Academy Award-winning title song "Flashdance – What a Feeling," "Maniac," "Gloria," "Manhunt," and "I Love Rock & Roll." In addition to these hits, 16 new original songs have been written for the stage by Robbie Roth and Robert Cary. This show contains mature content and strong language which is not suitable for all ages. Parental Guidance is suggested.

"For me, a baby boomer, this show is just iconic," said Denton Yockey, President and Executive Producer of Starlight Theatre. "The theme of pursuing your dream despite the obstacles is a timeless message. And adults will love the '80s retro music with cultural references."

Flashdance –The Musical is the third of six shows in Starlight's Broadway Series this summer. It is sponsored by the Missouri Lottery.

ABOUT THE COMPANY
Starring in the role of Alex will be Jillian Mueller, last seen in the first national tours of Memphis and American Idiot. Her work on Broadway includes Bye Bye Birdie and two holiday seasons of How the Grinch Stole Christmas. Mueller has also been seen on CBS' A Gifted Man.
Other talented cast members with Broadway credits include Matthew Hydzik (West Side Story, Grease), Dequina Moore (Legally Blonde, Little Shop of Horrors, Two Gentlemen of Verona, Happy Days, Hair), Katie Webber (Rock of Ages, Catch Me If You Can, Memphis, and Wicked), Jo Ann Cunningham (The King and I, Anna Karenina), Thursday Farrar (Aida, Parade, Once Upon a Mattress) and Kansas City native Haley Hannah (Bring It On).

Also joining the company are Carleigh Bettiol, Derek Carley, Ryan Carlson, Natalie Caruncho, Lynorris Evans, David R. Gordon, Matthew Henerson, Charlene Hoffman, Jarvis McKinley, Thursday Farrar, Ariela Morgenstern, Shane Ohmer, Austin Owen Katelyn Prominski, Angelo Soriano, Dani Spieler, Lawrence E. Street, Kamille Upshaw and Christian Whelan.

Sergio Trujillo is the director and choreographer. On Broadway, he has choreographed the 2010 Tony Award® winning Best Musical Memphis (OCC Award, Astaire and Drama Desk Award Nominations); 2006 Tony® and Olivier Award winning Best Musical Jersey Boys (Olivier, Drama Desk, Dora, OCC Award nominations.); The Addams Family; 2010 Pulitzer Prize winning Next to Normal; All Shook Up, Guys and Dolls (Astaire Award nomination) and Leap of Faith.

Also joining the creative team are Tom Hedley (book), Robert Cary (book and lyrics), Robbie Roth (music and lyrics), Jason Howland (music supervision and arrangements, vocal and incidental musical arrangements), David Alpert (associate director), Klara Zieglerova (scenic design), Paul Tazewell (costume design), Howell Binkley (lighting design), Peter Nigrini (projection design), John Shivers (sound design), Charles Lapointe (wig and hair design), Cookie Jordan (Make Up Design), Tara Rubin Casting (Casting), Doug Besterman (orchestrations), Jim Abbott (dance arrangements), John Miller (music coordinator), Edgar Godineaux (associate choreographers) and Mary Macleod (production stage manager).


TICKET AND THEATRE INFORMATION
Tickets to Flashdance - The Musical are now on sale for $10 - $85. Tickets are available at kcstarlight.com, by calling 816-363-STAR (7827) or in person at Starlight Theatre, 4600 Starlight Road. Box Office hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. Discounted ticket prices for groups of 15 or more can be ordered by contacting Stacey Million, Starlight's group sales manager, at groups@kcstarlight.com or 816-997-1137.

All performances begin at 8 p.m. Dining options for Flashdance include pre-show dining in the VIP Club catered by Plaza Catering that includes hot buffet items, extensive salad selections, a veggie garden bar and desserts. Reservations may be made in advance by calling the Box Office and are strongly encouraged to guarantee a seat; walk-ups are also welcome. The menu for Flashdance is posted at www.kcstarlight.com. Other dining options include concession favorites and pre-packaged salads and sandwiches on the Encore Deck provided by ARAMARK.

Pre-show tours of the stage, Starlight's Walk of Stars, gardens and fountains are offered nightly along with pre-show performances at the Starlight Square stage. Free nightly, behind-the-scenes tours with information about Starlight and its rich history begin at 6:30 p.m., 6:45 p.m., and 7 p.m. at the top of the theatre behind Terrace Section 1. The Ovation Gift Store is open from 6 p.m. through end of show. Accessible parking and guest assistance getting in and out of the theater are available. For information about other Starlight services, visit kcstarlight.com.

NOTABLE DATES
July 9 - Opening Night and Singles Night. Bachelors and bachelorettes receive special seating and group discount price ($25) to the performance, entry to a pre-show Singles gathering hosted by Don Davidson; and a private backstage tour. Email stacey.million@kcstarlight.com
July 11 - Young Professionals Night. Young professionals receive a pre-show Happy Hour, special seating and group ticket discount price to the performance. Email stacey.million@kcstarlight.com
July 13 - Performance will be described for the blind and visually impaired by Kansas Audio-Reader Network.
July 14 - Performance will be interpreted for the deaf and hard-of-hearing.

ABOUT STARLIGHT THEATRE
Starlight Theatre opened in 1951 and is the largest and oldest performing arts organization in Kansas City and the second largest outdoor producing theatre in the country. In addition to presenting and producing Broadway musicals and concerts, the not-for-profit organization offers extensive community outreach and educational programming which includes classes, scholarships and Starlight's Blue Star Awards, the second largest musical theatre award program for local high schools and students in the country. Located on 16 acres, Starlight's venue includes rehearsal halls, gift store, club area for dining, concessions, gardens, fountains and a 10-story, climate-controlled stage.
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June 25, 2013

Seeking Cast and Crew for short film

Merry BanD
(Professional)


Godeye: Interdimensional Hero For Hire by Richard Buswell: Jun 30: 12 pm Sun
A Vietnam draft dodger is transported to an alternate dimension to defeat a vicious ogre. Directed by Richard Buswell. Looking for cast and crew for short independent film. Come to Westport Coffeehouse and submit your resume for consideration. Actors bring a headshot as well.,
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For details see the facebook link below:,
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https://www.facebook.com/notes/merry-band-productions/godeye-inter-dimensional-hero-for-hire/666170603396975,
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Shooting will take place in July/August.
Westport Coffeehouse, 4010 Pennsylvania Ave, (816) 716-4669, www.merrybandproductions.com

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June 24, 2013

PerformOUTKC announces its’ new Artistic Team; Ryan C. Hays, Artistic Director & Conductor and Chad Patrick Smith, Associate Artistic Director of Theater Arts!

Kansas City, Missouri, June 24th 2013 – PerformOUTKC is thrilled to announce the new artistic duo with Ryan C. Hays & Chad Patrick Smith.

Ryan Hays, a native of Curry, Alabama. Mr. Hays received his Bachelors in Music in Instrumental Education with an emphasis in piano performance from William Carey University in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. Ryan has had the privilege to work with high school & college students as well as working with individual performing arts groups throughout his career. Over the past ten years, it has been his honor to work with the Miracles choir, a group of 24 men & women with intellectual disabilities at a prestigious community center in Mississippi; traveling over 15000 miles and performing over 80 concerts annually as their choral director and accompanist. In addition to his artistic direction Mr. Hays managed the performing & creative arts program at the center, developed strategic publicity initiatives and produced two recordings with the Miracles.

Ryan is excited about transitioning to Kansas City to continue his love of coaching and mentoring youth as the artistic director of PerformOUTKC. Ryan is looking forward to contributing his time and talents to POKC at the start of their 5th season. Mr. Hays will be pursuing his Masters of Fine Arts in Musical Theater which is uniquely aligned with the mission of POKC and will contribute to the success of the organization as a choral theater program for many generations to come. "I am so honored to be a part of such a wonderful TEAM and I'm looking forward to working with and getting to know all the youth, volunteers, staff and board leaders involved.

Chad Smith is originally from Olathe, KS. He received his Bachelors of Fine Arts in Theatre from Emporia State University. After graduating from ESU, Chad received a Hilberry Repertory Theatre Fellowship to attend the MFA program at Wayne State University, where he trained with members of the Shaw Festival and the Royal Shakespeare Company. Following the completion of his Masters of Fine Arts, Chad went on to work at Kentucky Repertory Theatre, where he was a member of the resident Equity acting company. After two seasons he became Kentucky Rep's Education Director. Chad has taught acting and an improvisation workshop all over the country, is a member of the Actors' Equity Association, and was on the nominating committee for Actors' Equity Association Central Region Advisory Board. On the collegiate level, Chad served on the theatre faculty at Texas Christian University as adjunct professor.

As an actor, Chad has performed at Dallas Children's Theater, Circle Theatre, Second Thought Theatre, Kitchen Dog, Stage West, Classical Acting Company, Shakespeare Dallas, Sierra Repertory Theatre, iO Chicago and The Second City, among others. Mr. Smith has been in numerous regional and national commercials including Comerica Bank and Dave & Buster's. His passion for teaching and mentoring young actors is what brought him back to the Kansas City area after nearly twenty years. Chad is very excited and looks forward to coaching and mentoring theater arts with the young artists of PerformOUTKC.

Both Ryan and Chad are very excited to kick off the 5th season of POKC with the new choral theater program. This programming concept will consist of original works from the personal stories and journeys of the young artists of POKC converted into music and theater. This will showcase the authenticity of young peoples' developing sense of musical excellence and creative expression. We Explore, Discover, Celebrate, Share!


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Job opening: Full-time Designer/Technical Director at KCKCC

FULL-TIME INSTRUCTOR OF TECHNICAL THEATRE & DESIGN
Humanities & Fine Arts

KCKCC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and
encourages applications from minorities.

Kansas City Kansas Community College invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position in Technical Theatre and Design. Teaching responsibilities may include but are not limited to Stagecraft, Scene Painting, Stage Lighting, Stage Management, Technical Practicum, etc. Additional responsibilities will include collaboration on main stage productions; oversight of set and prop construction, supervision of student designers and technicians, and coordination of assignments for all productions. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

The college is particularly interested in innovative instructors who value student growth and success as top priorities. Applicants should demonstrate an interest in active learning approaches, effective assessment techniques, and utilization of technology in the classroom. The successful candidate will be expected to commit fully to departmental and institutional service as well as participate in ongoing professional development.

A minimum load of 30 FTEs annually is expected, with an average of 15 per semester. Experience teaching traditional and nontraditional students with a wide variety of learning styles in an urban community college setting serving a diverse population is required. Participation in integrated, interdisciplinary teaching and learning initiatives is encouraged.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
1. A master's degree in technical theatre with an emphasis in design or direction is required; preference may be given to candidates with an MFA in these areas.
2. Candidates must provide evidence of experience in all industry standard forms of scenic construction, drafting for the stage, scenic painting techniques and welding, lighting techniques for the theatre, and rigging.
3. Preference may be given to additional skills in any/all of the following: Scene Design, Lighting Design, Costume Design, and Production Design.
4. Previous teaching experience and production experience in a multi-faceted venue is highly desired.

STARTS: Position available fall semester 2013

SALARY: Commensurate with education and experience per the Master Contract.

APPLY BY: July 15, 2013 (Applications will be reviewed as they are received.)

PLEASE COMPLETE A KCKCC APPLICATION WHICH MAY BE FOUND AT WWW.KCKCC.EDU UNDER EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES.

IF A POSITION REQUIRES A DEGREE, PLEASE ATTACH COPY OF TRANSCRIPTS TO YOUR APPLICATION. OTHER ATTACHMENTS SUCH AS COVER LETTER OR RESUME CAN ALSO BE UPLOADED AND ATTACHED TO THE APPLICATION.


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Tonight! - AUDITIONS - COMPANY at OCTA

Olathe Community Theatre Assn announces auditions for:

COMPANY
Music & Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim
Book by George Furth

Directed by Jason Coats

AUDITIONS:
Saturday, June 22, 2013 1pm-4pm
Monday, June 24, 2013 7pm-9pm

Olathe Community Theatre
500 E Loula
Olathe KS 66061

EXPECTATION and PREPARATION:
Prepared to sing 24-32 bars of a musical theatre selection NOT from COMPANY that features your range and ability to communicate character through song.

Please provide sheet music. An accompanist will be provided.

Auditions may also be made by appointment by contacting the director at jason@kkpsi.org

Auditions by video may be accepted--contact the director for details.

Resumes and headshots are recommended but not required.

CALLBACKS: (BY DIRECTOR INVITATION ONLY)

Saturday, June 29 at 1pm.


REHEARSALS:

Music rehearsals will begin in July, based on individual schedules.

Full cast music rehearsals will begin the last week of July, with staging rehearsals beginning August 4th.

Tech week begins Sept 1st.

Conflicts should be kept to a minimum; no conflicts during tech week will be accepted.

PRODUCTION DATES:
Sep 6-8, 13-15, 20-22, 2013
Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00pm
Sundays at 2:00pm

All performances take place at:

Olathe Community Theatre Assn
500 E Loula
Olathe, KS 66061

SYNOPSIS:
The clashing sounds and pulsing rhythms of New York City underscore this landmark "concept" show, considered by many to have inaugurated the modern era of musical theatre. COMPANY follows our anti-hero bachelor Robert as he makes his way through a series of encounters with April (the stewardess), Kathy (the girl who's going to marry someone else), Marta (the "peculiar" one), as well as with his married friends.

On the night of his 35th birthday, confirmed bachelor Robert contemplates his unmarried state. In vignette after hilarious vignette, we are introduced to "those good and crazy people," his married friends, as Robert weighs the pros and cons of married life. In the end, he realizes being alone is "alone, not alive."

An honest, witty, sophisticated look at relationships, COMPANY is as contemporary and relevant as ever (witness the recent hit revivals on Broadway and the West End). It features a brilliant energetic score containing many of Stephen Sondheim's best-known songs (including "Another Hundred People," "The Ladies Who Lunch" and "Being Alive"). - MTI

PRODUCTION CREW
Director: Jason Coats
Musical Director: Todd Kendall Gregory
Accompanist: Jonathon Antle
Stage Manager: Sarah Saugier


VOCAL BREAKDOWN

Robert male baritone 30 – 45
April female mezzo 25 – 35
Harry male baritone 30 – 45
Susan female mezzo 25 – 35
Kathy female mezzo 30 – 40
Marta female mezzo 25 – 35
Peter male baritone 25 – 35
Jenny female soprano 30 – 45
David male tenor 30 – 45
Amy female alto 25 – 40
Paul male tenor 25 – 40
Larry male tenor 40 – 60
Sarah female alto 30 – 45
Joanne female alto 35 – 55


For more information about OCTA visit www.olathetheatre.org

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Calendar Alert: July Happenings at Starlight Theatre

July is when the activity picks up at Starlight Theatre. The following Broadway shows, concerts, classes and camps will take place during the month of July. For more information, visit kcstarlight.com.

BROADWAY SHOWS
Four shows remain in Starlight Theatre's 63rd Season: Flashdance-The Musical, Disney's The Little Mermaid, Footloose and Miss Saigon. Tickets to each show are now on sale for $10 - $85 at kcstarlight.com, by calling 816-363-STAR (7827) or in person at Starlight Theatre, 4600 Starlight Road. Box Office hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. Group discounts are also available by contacting groups@kcstarlight.com.

July 9-14: Flashdance-The Musical. Flashdance tells the story of a working-class girl from Pittsburgh with a dream of becoming a professional dancer. Alex Owens works by day as a steel mill welder, and a bar dancer at night while aspiring to be accepted at a prestigious ballet academy. Alex's romance with her boss Nick Hurley shows her the meaning of love and drives her ambition to pursue her dream.
July 9 - Opening Night and Singles Night. Bachelors and bachelorettes receive special seating and group discount price ($25) to the performance, entry to a pre-show Singles gathering hosted by Don Davidson; and a private backstage tour. Email stacey.million@kcstarlight.com
July 11 - Young Professionals Night. Young professionals receive a pre-show Happy Hour, special seating and group ticket discount price to the performance. Email stacey.million@kcstarlight.com
July 13 - Performance will be described for the blind and visually impaired by Kansas Audio-Reader Network.
July 14 - Performance will be interpreted for the deaf and hard-of-hearing.

July 23-28: Disney's The Little Mermaid. In a magical kingdom beneath the sea, the beautiful young mermaid Ariel longs to leave her ocean home to live in the world above. Based on one of Hans Christian Anderson's most beloved stories, The Little Mermaid is a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. The score features the classic songs: "Part of Your World," "Kiss the Girl," and the Academy Award-winning "Under the Sea." Under the Sea Pre-Show Festival. 6-7:45 p.m. nightly. Children and their families may attend this free pre-show festival, which includes: Ariel's Treasure Find, cartoonists, a costume contest, a fishing booth, hands-on art projects, photo opportunities, goodies and more.
July 24 and 27 – Girl Scout Night. Girls Scouts receive special seating, a group discount and a Starlight Theatre patch.
July 25 - Young Professionals Night. Young professionals can volunteer at the "Under the Sea Pre-Show Festival" before the show, special seating and group ticket discount price to the performance. Email stacey.million@kcstarlight.com
July 27 - Performance will be described for the blind and visually impaired by Kansas Audio-Reader Network.
July 28 - Performance will be interpreted for the deaf and hard-of-hearing.

CONCERTS
Starlight is bringing musical talent to Kansas City this year with its 2013 Capitol Federal Concert Series. For more information, visit kcstarlight.com.

July 2: 311 with Cypress Hill and G Love and Special Sauce. This marks the 11th consecutive summer that 311 has headlined amphitheatres with their summer Unity Tour. 311's celebratory live shows and hybrid sound have earned them a massive grassroots following and a catalog of modern rock hits including "Down," "All Mixed Up," and "Amber."

July 5 at 5p: Mix 93.3'S Red White & Boom with Carly Rae Jepsen, Ariana Grande, Emblem 3, MKTO, Hot Chelle Rae, and Stefano Langone. Carly Rae Jepsen burst onto the U.S. music scene in 2012 with the #1 hit single and now award-winning "Call Me Maybe."

July 19: A Prairie Home Companion. A Prairie Home Companion's Radio Romance Tour 2013 hits the road coast-to-coast this summer, starring host and writer Garrison Keillor, singer Aoife O'Donovan, comedian Fred Newman, Rich Dworsky and The Guy's All-Star Shoe Band with guitarist Pat Donohue and violinist/mandolinist Richard Kriehn.

July 20: Train with Michael Franti. Multi-platinum band Train has made its mark on music history with the Grammy Award-winning song "Drops of Jupiter (Tell Me)" and chart-topping singles "Meet Virginia" and "Calling All Angels." Train's newest album, California 37, was released in April and features the hit single "Drive By."

CLASSES AND CAMPS
July 2: Acting the Song Master Class for Grades 5-8 and 9-10. Participants will learn to bring the character of song to life. Each participant will work with teaching artists Andy Parkhurst and Michael Grayman, co-founders of Spinning Tree Theatre in Kansas City and directors and choreographers of several productions for Starlight Children's Theatre. The students will solidify their presentation. Students must prepare up two songs of 32 bars each with music (accompanist provided). The 5th-8th grade session will be from 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., and the 9th – 10th grade session will be from 1:30 – 5 p.m. For more information, visit kcstarlight.com, email Andy.Pierce@kcsttarlight.com, or call 816-997-1134.

July 8-12 and 15-19: Act Like an Animal Camp for Ages 5-10. This two-week, full-day Act Like An Animal Camp for 5- to 10-year-olds will find campers spending half the day exploring the world of the Kansas City Zoo through hands-on interaction with animals, games, tours, stories and crafts. The other half of the day is spent at Starlight where campers participate in an energetic drama class and learn specialized theatre skills, including storytelling, movement and music. Toward the end of the camp, parents and friends will view their camper's art work displayed in an art exhibit format and watch their little ones perform in a culminating performance! For more information, email Andy.Pierce@kcstarlight.com or call 816-997-1134.

ABOUT STARLIGHT THEATRE
Starlight Theatre opened in 1951 and is the largest and oldest performing arts organization in Kansas City and the second largest outdoor producing theatre in the country. In addition to presenting and producing Broadway musicals and concerts, the not-for-profit organization offers extensive community outreach and educational programming which includes classes, scholarships and Starlight's Blue Star Awards, the second largest musical theatre award program for local high schools and students in the country. Located on 16 acres, Starlight's venue includes rehearsal halls, gift store, club area for dining, concessions, gardens, fountains and a 10-story, climate-controlled stage.
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Call for Directors 2014 Correction

There was a mistake on The River City Community Players (RCCP) Call for Directors for the 2014 season. The audition and performance dates for Bus Stop were incorrectly listed.

The corrected copy is listed below.

"Young Frankenstein"
Book by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan
Music and Lyrics by Mel Brooks
Auditions: Jan. 2, 3 & 4
Performances: Feb. 21, 22 & 28 – Mar. 1, 2, 7 & 8

"Beau Jest" by James Sherman
Auditions: Mar. 10 & 11
Performances: Apr. 18, 19, 25, 26, & 27 – May 2 & 3

Spring Youth Production - The Very Great Grandson of Sherlock Holmes by Bill Majeski
Auditions: Apr. 28 & 29
Performances: May 30 & 31 - June 1

"Legally Blonde, The Musical"
Book by Heather Hach
Music and Lyrics by Laurence O'Keefe and Nell Benjamin
Based on the novel by Amanda Brown and the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer motion picture
Auditions: Jun. 2, 3 & 4
Performances: Jul. 25 & 26 – Aug. 1, 2, 3, 8 & 9

Fall Youth Production – Honk! JR
Book by Anthony Drewe; Music by George Stiles; Lyrics by Anthony Drewe; Based on Hans Christian Andersen's The Ugly

Duckling
Auditions: Aug. 4 & 5
Performances: Sep. 19, 20 & 21

"Bus Stop" by William Inge
Auditions: Sep. 15 & 16
Performances: Oct. 24 & 25 – Nov. 1, 2, 8, & 9

"The Spirit of Christmas" by Verneil Searles
Sign-up: Nov. 17
Performances: Dec. 5, 6 & 7

*Stipends for the 2014 Patron season are as follows:

Director: $500.00
Musical Director: $300.00($450.00 if serving as accompanist)
Accompanist: $150.00
The stipend schedule for the "Spirit of Christmas," "Spring Youth Production" and "Fall Youth Production" are as follows:
Director: $150.00
Accompanist: $50.00 if needed

To apply, please forward a letter of interest stating which show (s) you would be interested in directing, including a

resume and four theatrical references to:

RCCP/LPAC
500 Delaware Street
Leavenworth, Kansas 66048

Email submissions may be forwarded to:
carolrccp@hotmail.com

All applications and supporting documents must be received by FRIDAY – September 6, 2013.

Interviews with presentations will be conducted prior to the regularly scheduled Board of Directors meeting on October 21,

2013. Applicants will be notified of the selected directors no later than Friday October 25, 2013.

PLEASE NOTE: Rights to all of the shows have not been acquired. The schedule could change.

And we'll see you,
"Down at the theater!"

Carol Varner
President
River City Community Players


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June 21, 2013

FYTC Annie, Jr. Performance dates

The Farris Youth Theatre Company of Richmond, MO is
pleased to announce their summer musical production of
Annie, Jr.. Performances at the historic Farris Theatre in
downtown Richmond are as follows:Friday, June 28 at 7:00
PM, Saturday, June 29 at 7:00PM, and a matinee
performance on Sunday, June 30 at 2:00 PM. Tickets are
priced as follows: $7.00 for 12 and up, $5.00 for ages 3-11,
and FREE for those ages 0-3. General admission tickets can
be purchased at the door. For more information please contact
the Farris Theatre at (816)776-6684.

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June 20, 2013

Mid-Life Players presents "Suppressed Desires 3" - A Musical Cabaret Fundraiser

Mid Life Players


Suppressed Desires 3 - A Musical Cabaret Fundraiser: Jul 26-27: 8 pm Fri-Sat
A Musical Cabaret. Come join us for an evening of music of songs that we would usually never get the chance to perform! FEATURING: Dan Prather, Curt Knupp, Catherine Boone, Ruth Bigus, Kathy Daniels, Jason Daniels, Jenn Lash, Bridget Pfeiffer, Kristine Norvaishas, Valerie Dykes, Becky Clark, Sean Connors, Nan Lippincott, Julie McDaniel, Portia Bowers, Michael Kizzee, and Clif Dancy. Terry Foster and Debbie Goddard accompanists. All proceeds to benefit the Alcott Arts Center & Mid-Life Players. Directed by Catherine Boone & Becky Clark.
$10 general admission. Alcott Arts Center, 180 S 18th St, mid-lifeplayers@hotmail.com, (Adult Fare)

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Call for Directors 2014

The River City Community Players (RCCP) announces its accepting applications for directors for the 2014 show season. Following are the shows slated for our 38th production year:

"Young Frankenstein"
Book by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan
Music and Lyrics by Mel Brooks
Auditions: Jan. 2, 3 & 4
Performances: Feb. 21, 22 & 28 – Mar. 1, 2, 7 & 8

"Beau Jest" by James Sherman
Auditions: Mar. 10 & 11
Performances: Apr. 18, 19, 25, 26, & 27 – May 2 & 3

Spring Youth Production - The Very Great Grandson of Sherlock Holmes by Bill Majeski
Auditions: Apr. 28 & 29
Performances: May 30 & 31 - June 1

"Legally Blonde, The Musical"
Book by Heather Hach
Music and Lyrics by Laurence O'Keefe and Nell Benjamin
Based on the novel by Amanda Brown and the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer motion picture
Auditions: Jun. 2, 3 & 4
Performances: Jul. 25 & 26 – Aug. 1, 2, 3, 8 & 9

Fall Youth Production – Honk! JR
Book by Anthony Drewe; Music by George Stiles; Lyrics by Anthony Drewe; Based on Hans Christian Andersen's The Ugly Duckling
Auditions: Aug. 4 & 5
Performances: Sep. 19, 20 & 21

"Bus Stop" by William Inge
Auditions: Sep. 16 & 17
Performances: Oct. 25 & 26 – Nov. 1, 2, 3, 8, & 9

"The Spirit of Christmas" by Verneil Searles
Sign-up: Nov. 17
Performances: Dec. 5, 6 & 7

*Stipends for the 2014 Patron season are as follows:

Director: $500.00
Musical Director: $300.00($450.00 if serving as accompanist)
Accompanist: $150.00
The stipend schedule for the "Spirit of Christmas," "Spring Youth Production" and "Fall Youth Production" are as follows:
Director: $150.00
Accompanist: $50.00 if needed

To apply, please forward a letter of interest stating which show (s) you would be interested in directing, including a resume and four theatrical references to:

RCCP/LPAC
500 Delaware Street
Leavenworth, Kansas 66048

Email submissions may be forwarded to:
carolrccp@hotmail.com

All applications and supporting documents must be received by FRIDAY – September 6, 2013.

Interviews with presentations will be conducted prior to the regularly scheduled Board of Directors meeting on October 21, 2013. Applicants will be notified of the selected directors no later than Friday October 25, 2013.

PLEASE NOTE: Rights to all of the shows have not been acquired. The schedule could change.

And we'll see you,
"Down at the theater!"

Carol Varner
President
River City Community Players


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Call for Directors 2014

The River City Community Players (RCCP) announces its accepting applications for directors for the 2014 show season. Following are the shows slated for our 38th production year:

"Young Frankenstein"
Book by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan
Music and Lyrics by Mel Brooks
Auditions: Jan. 2, 3 & 4
Performances: Feb. 21, 22 & 28 – Mar. 1, 2, 7 & 8

"Beau Jest" by James Sherman
Auditions: Mar. 10 & 11
Performances: Apr. 18, 19, 25, 26, & 27 – May 2 & 3

Spring Youth Production - The Very Great Grandson of Sherlock Holmes by Bill Majeski
Auditions: Apr. 28 & 29
Performances: May 30 & 31 - June 1

"Legally Blonde, The Musical"
Book by Heather Hach
Music and Lyrics by Laurence O'Keefe and Nell Benjamin
Based on the novel by Amanda Brown and the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer motion picture
Auditions: Jun. 2, 3 & 4
Performances: Jul. 25 & 26 – Aug. 1, 2, 3, 8 & 9

Fall Youth Production – Honk! JR
Book by Anthony Drewe; Music by George Stiles; Lyrics by Anthony Drewe; Based on Hans Christian Andersen's The Ugly Duckling
Auditions: Aug. 4 & 5
Performances: Sep. 19, 20 & 21

"Bus Stop" by William Inge
Auditions: Sep. 16 & 17
Performances: Oct. 25 & 26 – Nov. 1, 2, 3, 8, & 9

"The Spirit of Christmas" by Verneil Searles
Sign-up: Nov. 17
Performances: Dec. 5, 6 & 7

*Stipends for the 2014 Patron season are as follows:

Director: $500.00
Musical Director: $300.00($450.00 if serving as accompanist)
Accompanist: $150.00
The stipend schedule for the "Spirit of Christmas," "Spring Youth Production" and "Fall Youth Production" are as follows:
Director: $150.00
Accompanist: $50.00 if needed

To apply, please forward a letter of interest stating which show (s) you would be interested in directing, including a resume and four theatrical references to:

RCCP/LPAC
500 Delaware Street
Leavenworth, Kansas 66048

Email submissions may be forwarded to:
carolrccp@hotmail.com

All applications and supporting documents must be received by FRIDAY – September 6, 2013.

Interviews with presentations will be conducted prior to the regularly scheduled Board of Directors meeting on October 21, 2013. Applicants will be notified of the selected directors no later than Friday October 25, 2012.

PLEASE NOTE: Rights to all of the shows have not been acquired. The schedule could change.

And we'll see you,
"Down at the theater!"

Carol Varner
President
River City Community Players


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This Saturday - AUDITIONS - COMPANY at OCTA

Olathe Community Theatre Assn announces auditions for:

COMPANY
Music & Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim
Book by George Furth

Directed by Jason Coats

AUDITIONS:
Saturday, June 22, 2013 1pm-4pm
Monday, June 24, 2013 7pm-9pm

Olathe Community Theatre
500 E Loula
Olathe KS 66061

EXPECTATION and PREPARATION:
Prepared to sing 24-32 bars of a musical theatre selection NOT from COMPANY that features your range and ability to communicate character through song.

Please provide sheet music. An accompanist will be provided.

Auditions may also be made by appointment by contacting the director at jason@kkpsi.org

Auditions by video may be accepted--contact the director for details.

Resumes and headshots are recommended but not required.

CALLBACKS: (BY DIRECTOR INVITATION ONLY)

Saturday, June 29 at 1pm.


REHEARSALS:

Music rehearsals will begin in July, based on individual schedules.

Full cast music rehearsals will begin the last week of July, with staging rehearsals beginning August 4th.

Tech week begins Sept 1st.

Conflicts should be kept to a minimum; no conflicts during tech week will be accepted.

PRODUCTION DATES:
Sep 6-8, 13-15, 20-22, 2013
Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00pm
Sundays at 2:00pm

All performances take place at:

Olathe Community Theatre Assn
500 E Loula
Olathe, KS 66061

SYNOPSIS:
The clashing sounds and pulsing rhythms of New York City underscore this landmark "concept" show, considered by many to have inaugurated the modern era of musical theatre. COMPANY follows our anti-hero bachelor Robert as he makes his way through a series of encounters with April (the stewardess), Kathy (the girl who's going to marry someone else), Marta (the "peculiar" one), as well as with his married friends.

On the night of his 35th birthday, confirmed bachelor Robert contemplates his unmarried state. In vignette after hilarious vignette, we are introduced to "those good and crazy people," his married friends, as Robert weighs the pros and cons of married life. In the end, he realizes being alone is "alone, not alive."

An honest, witty, sophisticated look at relationships, COMPANY is as contemporary and relevant as ever (witness the recent hit revivals on Broadway and the West End). It features a brilliant energetic score containing many of Stephen Sondheim's best-known songs (including "Another Hundred People," "The Ladies Who Lunch" and "Being Alive"). - MTI

PRODUCTION CREW
Director: Jason Coats
Musical Director: Todd Kendall Gregory
Accompanist: Jonathon Antle
Stage Manager: Sarah Saugier


VOCAL BREAKDOWN

Robert male baritone 30 – 45
April female mezzo 25 – 35
Harry male baritone 30 – 45
Susan female mezzo 25 – 35
Kathy female mezzo 30 – 40
Marta female mezzo 25 – 35
Peter male baritone 25 – 35
Jenny female soprano 30 – 45
David male tenor 30 – 45
Amy female alto 25 – 40
Paul male tenor 25 – 40
Larry male tenor 40 – 60
Sarah female alto 30 – 45
Joanne female alto 35 – 55


For more information about OCTA visit www.olathetheatre.org

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Final Weekend - CRIMES OF THE HEART at OCTA

Crimes of the Heart

by Beth Henley

directed by Darren Sextro


CAST:

Shelly Stewart (Lenny)
Jennifer Coville (Meg)
Christina Schafer Martin (Babe)
Greg Butell (Doc)
Justin Speer (Barnette)
Heather Austin (Chick)


PRODUCTION/CREATIVE TEAM:


Darren Sextro (Director)
Chuck Cline(Stage Manager)
Frank Polleck (Set)
Craig McCann (Lights)
Chuck Cline (Sound)
Michael Bunn (Music Design)
Rhonda Wickham (Props)
Kerry Schafer (Costumes)
Larry Goodman (Production Manager)


Winner of the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, Beth Henley's Crimes of the Heart is a warm, irreverent, funny and touching drama about three passionate Mississippi sisters, who, in trying to escape their past, embrace their future.


Join OCTA as we wrap-up our season with the Magrath sisters of Hazlehurst, Mississippi in this dark comedy. Babe, the youngest, is out on bail having shot her husband in the stomach; Meg, the middle girl, is back in town from the west coast where her singing career fizzled; and Lenny, the oldest, faces diminishing marital prospects. Mix in Barnett, a young lawyer smitten with Babe and trying to keep her out of jail, and Chick their priggish cousin, and you have dark hilarity as the sisters try to escape their pasts in hopes of seizing their futures. This Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize winning play is guaranteed to bring laughter, tears, and an evening of unforgetable entertainment.

June 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 21, 22, and 23, 2013

Friday/Saturday 8pm
Sunday 2pm

Olathe Community Theatre Assn
500 E Loula
Olathe, KS 66061

For more information or to make reservations: www.olathetheatre.org or 913-782-2990.

Like us on Facebook!
Follow us on Twitter: @OCTATheatre

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June 18, 2013

LES MIS is coming to Yardley Hall!

The Culture House will be the first in Kansas City to produce the newly-released full version of LES MISERABLES in the beautiful Yardley Hall! With an AMAZING cast of local professionals, you DO NOT want to miss this production! The talent onstage is incredible and unsurpassed.

July 19th @ 10am & 7pm
July 20th @ 1pm & 7pm
July 21st @ 1pm

LES MISÉRABLES is the longest running musical in the world. The play won eight Tony awards, including Best Musical and Best Musical Score, and has wowed more than 60 million theatre-goers in 42 countries. After touring nationally for more than 25 years, the production is now being made available to theatre companies.

Directed by Amy Sander
Music Directed by Todd Burd

Tickets: $10/$15/$25
Now Onsale at:
https://www.vendini.com/ticket-software.html?w=3997097e32a381550cc9efbeea6c9ebd&t=tix

Yardley Hall (Carlsen Center at JCCC)
12345 College Blvd

For additional information, contact Amy Sander, The Culture House General Manager, at (913) 393-3141 or visit www.culturehouse.com.

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June 17, 2013

Just Off Broadway - Fundraising Week

PRESS RELEASE


June 17, 2013
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Just Off Broadway Theatre hosts week of community events and fundraisers.

CONTACT:
816-784-5020 www.justoffbroadway.org

The Just Off Broadway Theatre continues its' over ten years of supporting Kansas City Artists with a week-long celebration June 17-22, 2013. Community events encourage guests to enjoy the great space and fund raising opportunities encourage the local community to support the Just Off Broadway Theatre.

The week begins on Monday, June 17th with an open house and theatre tours from 12:00-8:00pm. An artist business networking night also be a part of the evening. This free event will include snacks and drinks.

Kids Night Out will be Tuesday, June 18th from 6:30-8:30pm for kids ages 3-12. The night will include movement class with Mr. Michael of Upstage Talent and a variety circus show with Dennis Porter of Happy Faces Entertainment. This free event will include snacks and drinks.

Wednesday, June 19th is for the adults, with a Burlesque Extravaganza Show. The New Century Follies hosted by Annie Cherry will perform from 8:00 - 9:00pm for only $10.

KC Melting Pot with Harvey Williams invites everyone to the theater for a reading of "The Session", their upcoming production. The $5 event is on Thursday, June 20th from 6:30 - 8:30pm.

Friday, June 21st is another evening to relax for the adults. This Parents Night Out will include a dance mixer, show of jugglers and variety performers, KKFI radio, Ms. Missouri Teen USA 2013 and a dedication ceremony. Grilled food and drinks are included with your $5 ticket, 6:30 - ??pm

The FundRaiser Finale is Saturday, June 22nd from 7:00 - 9:30pm. The free evening will include special guest Mrs. Missouri United States 2012, a cocktail hour, silent auction, performers showcase and food provided by Californo's Restaurant.

Donations to support the Just Off Broadway Theatre will be accepted at all events. RSVP to 816-784-5020 is appreciated but not required.

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June 16, 2013

The Barn Players presents DISNEY'S WINNIE-THE-POOH KIDS on Tuesday. Wednesday and Thursday night at 7:30pm

The Barn Players present…

Disney's
WINNIE-THE-POOH, Kids


Music & Lyrics by
RICHARD M. SHERMAN & ROBERT B. SHERMAN
ROBERT LOPEZ & KRISTEN ANDERSON-LOPEZ

Music Adapted, Arranged and
Additional Music by
WILL VAN DYKE

Book Adapted and Additional Lyrics by MARCY HEISLER

Book by
CHERYL DAVIS

Based on the stories of A. A. Milne
and the 2011 Disney animated feature film

Directed by Jason Coats
Stage Management by Stephanie Laaker
Set Design by Craig Aikman & Jason Coats
Light Design by Delany Herman & Jason Coats
Sound Design by Sean Leistico
Production Assistants:
Aryn Christenson, Emilie Christenson,
Alyssa Hoedl & Chris Lipford

Production Intern: Chloe Vollenweider

June 18 – 20, 2013
7:30pm

FEATURING
Amanda Brinkley, Riley Carson, Scott Cook, Prairie Cottrell,
Willow Curry, Finoula Emmons, Mayzey Heim, Henry
Kartsonis, Elizabeth Lipford, Kalyssa Nichols, Julia Percy,
Margo Roberts, Arianwen Sharma, Katarina Sharma,
Claire Segura, Seneca Sims & Margaret Veghlan

SYNOPSIS:
Welcome to the Hundred Acre Wood, where Winnie the Pooh
is once again in search of honey. Along the way, he meets his
pals Tigger, Piglet, Rabbit and Owl, but soon discovers that
Christopher Robin has been captured by the Backson! As they
prepare for a rescue operation, the animals learn about
teamwork, friendship, and sharing snacks! Based on the
beloved characters of A.A. Milne and the 2011 Disney
animated feature film, this show is the perfect first pick for
young performers.


All performances are at:
The Barn Players Theatre, 6219 Martway, Mission, KS.
Ticket pricing:
ALL SEATS - $5.00
NO SENIOR OR GROUP DISCOUNTS FOR THIS SHOW.
WE NOW ACCEPT CREDIT CARDS!
VISA, MASTERCARD & DISCOVER!
The box office opens one hour before curtain time.
For reservations, please call or call 1-800-838-3006
or visit our website at www.thebarnplayers.org


Production support provided by…
The Mainstreet Credit Union
Northeast Johnson County Chamber of Commerce

Media partner support provided by…
94.9 KCMO
95.1 Jack-FM



The Barn Players embraces diversity in all aspects of our
organization. Non-traditional and equal-opportunity casting is
encouraged.





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June 14, 2013

AUDITIONS - COMPANY at OCTA

Olathe Community Theatre Assn announces auditions for:

COMPANY
Music & Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim
Book by George Furth

Directed by Jason Coats

AUDITIONS:
Saturday, June 22, 2013 1pm-4pm
Monday, June 24, 2013 7pm-9pm

Olathe Community Theatre
500 E Loula
Olathe KS 66061

EXPECTATION and PREPARATION:
Prepared to sing 24-32 bars of a musical theatre selection NOT from COMPANY that features your range and ability to communicate character through song.

Please provide sheet music. An accompanist will be provided.

Auditions may also be made by appointment by contacting the director at jason@kkpsi.org

Auditions by video may be accepted--contact the director for details.

Resumes and headshots are recommended but not required.

CALLBACKS: (BY DIRECTOR INVITATION ONLY)

Saturday, June 29 at 1pm.


REHEARSALS:

Music rehearsals will begin in July, based on individual schedules.

Full cast music rehearsals will begin the last week of July, with staging rehearsals beginning August 4th.

Tech week begins Sept 1st.

Conflicts should be kept to a minimum; no conflicts during tech week will be accepted.

PRODUCTION DATES:
Sep 6-8, 13-15, 20-22, 2013
Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00pm
Sundays at 2:00pm

All performances take place at:

Olathe Community Theatre Assn
500 E Loula
Olathe, KS 66061

SYNOPSIS:
The clashing sounds and pulsing rhythms of New York City underscore this landmark "concept" show, considered by many to have inaugurated the modern era of musical theatre. COMPANY follows our anti-hero bachelor Robert as he makes his way through a series of encounters with April (the stewardess), Kathy (the girl who's going to marry someone else), Marta (the "peculiar" one), as well as with his married friends.

On the night of his 35th birthday, confirmed bachelor Robert contemplates his unmarried state. In vignette after hilarious vignette, we are introduced to "those good and crazy people," his married friends, as Robert weighs the pros and cons of married life. In the end, he realizes being alone is "alone, not alive."

An honest, witty, sophisticated look at relationships, COMPANY is as contemporary and relevant as ever (witness the recent hit revivals on Broadway and the West End). It features a brilliant energetic score containing many of Stephen Sondheim's best-known songs (including "Another Hundred People," "The Ladies Who Lunch" and "Being Alive"). - MTI

PRODUCTION CREW
Director: Jason Coats
Musical Director: Todd Kendall Gregory
Accompanist: Jonathon Antle
Stage Manager: Sarah Saugier


VOCAL BREAKDOWN

Robert male baritone 30 – 45
April female mezzo 25 – 35
Harry male baritone 30 – 45
Susan female mezzo 25 – 35
Kathy female mezzo 30 – 40
Marta female mezzo 25 – 35
Peter male baritone 25 – 35
Jenny female soprano 30 – 45
David male tenor 30 – 45
Amy female alto 25 – 40
Paul male tenor 25 – 40
Larry male tenor 40 – 60
Sarah female alto 30 – 45
Joanne female alto 35 – 55


For more information about OCTA visit www.olathetheatre.org

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2nd Weekend - CRIMES OF THE HEART at OCTA

Crimes of the Heart

by Beth Henley

directed by Darren Sextro


CAST:

Shelly Stewart (Lenny)
Jennifer Coville (Meg)
Christina Schafer Martin (Babe)
Greg Butell (Doc)
Justin Speer (Barnette)
Heather Austin (Chick)


PRODUCTION/CREATIVE TEAM:


Darren Sextro (Director)
Chuck Cline(Stage Manager)
Frank Polleck (Set)
Craig McCann (Lights)
Chuck Cline (Sound)
Michael Bunn (Music Design)
Rhonda Wickham (Props)
Kerry Schafer (Costumes)
Larry Goodman (Production Manager)


Winner of the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, Beth Henley's Crimes of the Heart is a warm, irreverent, funny and touching drama about three passionate Mississippi sisters, who, in trying to escape their past, embrace their future.


Join OCTA as we wrap-up our season with the Magrath sisters of Hazlehurst, Mississippi in this dark comedy. Babe, the youngest, is out on bail having shot her husband in the stomach; Meg, the middle girl, is back in town from the west coast where her singing career fizzled; and Lenny, the oldest, faces diminishing marital prospects. Mix in Barnett, a young lawyer smitten with Babe and trying to keep her out of jail, and Chick their priggish cousin, and you have dark hilarity as the sisters try to escape their pasts in hopes of seizing their futures. This Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize winning play is guaranteed to bring laughter, tears, and an evening of unforgetable entertainment.

June 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 21, 22, and 23, 2013

Friday/Saturday 8pm
Sunday 2pm

Olathe Community Theatre Assn
500 E Loula
Olathe, KS 66061

For more information or to make reservations: www.olathetheatre.org or 913-782-2990.

Like us on Facebook!
Follow us on Twitter: @OCTATheatre

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SORDID LIVES by Del Shores...Final Weekend! Don't Miss It!

The Barn presents…

Sordid Lives

By Del Shores

Directed by Sara Crow
Stage Managed by Jennifer
Huesing
Set Design by Craig Aikman
Costume Design by Karen Yuhasz
Lighting Design by Delany Herman
Sound Design by Sean Leistico
Props by Lindsey Voestch
Production Intern: Caitlin Brisendine

May 31st – June 16th, 2013
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sunday at 2:00pm



STARRING
Irene Blend, Josh Brady, De De DeVille, Guy Gardner,
Vicky Kerns, Dennis Maddux, Matthew McGaugh, Julie Miller,
Lisa Morse, Rob Pagenkopf, Victoria Prater
& Angela Zeiber

SYNOPSIS: A
black comedy about white trash! The author of Daddy's
Dyin'…Who's Got the Will? brings you a comedy that was
nominated for over thirty awards during its long run in Los
Angeles. When Peggy, a good Christian woman, hits her head
on the sink and bleeds to death after tripping over her lover's
wooden legs in a motel room, chaos erupts in Winters, Texas.

All performances are at:
The Barn Players Theatre, 6219 Martway, Mission, KS.

Ticket pricing:
REGULAR - $18.00
SENIORS - $ 15.00
GROUPS (10 OR MORE) - $12.00
STUDENTS (WITH A VALID STUDENT ID) - $10.00

WE NOW ACCEPT CREDIT CARDS!
VISA, MASTERCARD & DISCOVER!
The box office opens one hour before curtain time.

For reservations, please call or call 1-800-838-3006
or visit our website at www.thebarnplayers.org

Production support provided by…
The Mainstreet Credit Union
Northeast Johnson County Chamber of Commerce
St. Pius School
Media partner support provided by…
94.9 KCMO
95.1 Jack-FM

The Barn Players embraces diversity in all aspects of our
organization. Non-traditional and equal-opportunity casting is
encouraged.


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June 12, 2013

Press Release Summer Show

For Immediate Release

Contact: Wendy Thompson
(816) 813-9654, direct
(816) 225-1018, cell

A dark comedy—or, at least a dusty one.

Kansas City, Mo. (June 12, 2013) When a dust storm darkens the westbound train, a murder happens and everyone is groping for their alibis! "Death in the Dustbowl", starring Erik J. Pratt, Philip blue owl Hooser, and Joshua Gleeson, is the next stop on The Mystery Train line! The summer show opens June 28 and runs through August 18. Performances are Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings at 6:30 pm, and alternating Sunday shows at 5:30 pm in area restaurants. If dishing the dirt is your favorite pastime, come stir things up!

Death in the Dustbowl -- Two hobos hop a train in 1935, only to find themselves headed for disaster! Not only does a dust storm loom on the horizon, but a killer is loose on the train. Will the black blizzard cover the tracks of the murderer? Or can the bums solve the crime before they're ridden out on a rail?

Murder mystery dinner theater is presented as a live interactive game, but not everyone is as they appear: one of them may be an accomplice to murder—or even the murderer himself! Check in with the Matron of the Station when you arrive and get in the line-up. Then, get ready for a marvelous meal and some murder-mystery-mayhem!

The "train car" is located within The Golden Ox, downtown KC, Californos Westport, or at The Hereford House Zona Rosa. Cost is $64 on Friday and Saturday, and $54 each on Thursday and Sunday. (No show on July 4th) A cash bar is available. Advance reservations are required and can be made by calling The Central Ticket Office at 816-235-6222, or online at www.kcmysterytrain.com See our website for a complete schedule.
The Mystery Train offers group rates and is also available for private parties.

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June 11, 2013

Audio Stars Shine on Right Between the Ears

Audio stars will shine for a night of laughs
when the sketch comedy show Right Between
the Ears presents a live performance at the
2013 HearNOW Festival in Kansas City -
Saturday, June 22 at 8:00pm at UMKC's
Spencer Theatre. Studio audience tickets are
$15.00 and are on sale at the Central Ticket
Office, 816-235-6222 or at
http://www.rightbetweentheears.com.

The HearNOW Festival is an audio equivalent of
a film festival for contemporary storytelling in
all its forms: classic radio theatre, audiobooks,
experimental narrative and more. The four-day
festival, June 20-23, will offer numerous live
and recorded performances at the Cinemark
Palace on the Plaza, the Tivoli Theatre and
other venues in Kansas City.

Joining the Right Between the Ears cast for this
special performance will be Phil Proctor, a
founding member of the legendary comedy
troupe The Firesign Theatre; and Barbara
Rosenblat, a star of Broadway, TV and
audiobooks.

Phil Proctor is a 45-year member of the thrice-
Grammy-nominated Firesign Theatre, featured
in such classic comedy albums as Don't Crush
That Dwarf, Hand Me the Pliers and I Think
We're All Bozos on This Bus. Phil's been
honored for his stage work by Theatre World,
L.A. Weekly, Drama Critics, Free Press and Back
Stage Magazine and has a star on the
Hollywood Walk of Fame for his role as Howard
in the 3-time Emmy-winning Rugrats. Phil has
played on-and-off Broadway, in regional
theatres throughout the U.S. and Canada, and
in Los Angeles at The Mark Taper Forum, South
Coast Rep, the Falcon Theatre and the Theatre
@ Boston Court, and is a 15-year member of
the prestigious Antaeus Classical Ensemble in
North Hollywood.

Hear Phil Proctor talk about his early career
and the beginnings of the Firesign Theatre:
http://rightbetweentheears.com/mp3/Phil_Care
er.mp3


Phil's numerous film credits include the Dr.
Dolittle series, Finding Nemo, Toy Story and the
new black comedy Window of Opportunity. He
portrays the evil Dr. Vidic in the blockbuster
Assassin's Creed game and the Benefactor in
the hit series Arrow on CW, as well as
numerous roles in L. Ron Hubbard's Golden Age
of Pulp Fiction audio books and Blackstone's
Zorro and the Audie Award-winning Die Snow
White! Die, Damn You!.

Barbara Rosenblat is one of the most beloved
voice actors in the country with legions of fans
worldwide. In a distinguished body of work
that includes commercials, documentaries,
video games and animation, Barbara has
recorded well over 400 audiobooks in multiple
genres. She has won 8 Audie Awards for
superior narrations and earned over 40
Earphone Awards from Audiofile magazine who
named her both a 'Golden Voice' and 'Voice of
the Century'. Her nuanced characterizations let
one critic to write,"Barbara is to audiobooks
what Meryl Streep is to film".

Hear Barbara Rosenblat talk about the magic of
radio theatre at:
http://rightbetweentheears.com/mp3/Barb_Rad
ioDrama.mp3


On Broadway, Barbara created the role of Mrs.
Medlock in the Tony Award winning musical
The Secret Garden. She has performed off
Broadway and in London's West End. On TV,
Barbara has appeared on Law and Order SVU
and The Guiding Light. Most recently, she
appears as Ms. Rosa in the new Netflix series
Orange Is the New Black.

Right Between the Ears is a four-time winner of
the Gold Medal as Best Comedy Show at the
New York Festivals, and is broadcast every
week on Sirius-XM's Comedy Showcase. The
show also airs Sundays at 7:00pm on the
stations of Kansas Public Radio (91.5,
Lawrence; 89.7, Emporia; 91.3, Junction City;
99.5 Manhattan; and 90.3 Chanute). Cast
members for the June 22 performance include
Rhiannon Birdsall, Mary Ellen Kriegh, Andi
Meyer, Jim Moore, Kip Niven and Rick Tamblyn.
Darrell Brogdon is the show's creator and
producer.


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Alcott Arts Center and School all Years Reunion

Alcott Arts Center*


Alcott Arts Center and School all Years Reunion: Jul 13: 3 pm Sat
The Alcott is having an all years reunion and we are searching for past students and participants of our great old building. The Louisa M.Alcott Building is celebrating it's 90th birthday this year and would like to celebrate it with as many people from our past as possible.
We are looking for Alumni Artists of all types to show off your skills or exhibit in the galleries during the reunion.
Come back and meet others with emotional bonds to our great vessel!
To inquire on how to become involved, contact chris@alcottartscenter.org
Alcott Arts Center Theatre, 180 S 18th St, Kansas City, Kansas 66102 (913) 233-2787, www.alcottartscenter.org

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Flying Asbini's Traveling Sideshow Arts-Travaganza

Alcott Arts Center*


Flying Asbini's Traveling Sideshow Arts-Travaganza: Jun 14-15: 6 pm Fri-Sat
This weekend is your opportunity to visit one of the best annual arts events in Kansas City. For two evenings, this Friday and Saturday, the Alcott Arts Center in KCK will be filled with a wide variety of visual and performing art.
You will be amazed, bewildered, bedazzled and knocked out of your socks when you experience the wonder and excitement of the fifth annual Flying Asbini's Traveling Sideshow Arts-Travaganza! You will see painters, sculptors, actors, photographers, poets, sketchers, dancers, designers, musicians, comedians and a myriad of mind-blowing sights and sounds. Come and meet artists from all walks of medium. It is a living, breathing three-ringed thrill complete with creativity and charisma!
Verbage used written by Dave Micheal and Rachel Asbury
Alcott Arts Center Theatre, 180 S 18th St, (913) 233-2787, www.alcottartscenter.org

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Calling all Directors

Alcott Arts Center*


Call for Directors: Jun 22: 11 am Sat
The Alcott Arts Center is seeking directors for it's 2013 play season. We are seeking directors for"Hansel and Gretel" and our annual Shakespeare in the Parking Lot production, this year we are presenting "The Merchant of Venice". Contact chris@alcottartscenter.org to set up an appointment. Appointments can be made for different times and days.
Alcott Arts Center Theatre, 180 S 18th St, (913) 233-2787, www.alcottartscenter.org

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Paradise Playhouse Dinner Theatre

Paradise Playhouse Dinner Theatre


Lie, Cheat and Genuflect by William Van Zandt and Jane Milmore: Jul 19-Aug 10: 6 pm Fri-Sat; 7 pm Thr; 12 pm Sun
The Buckle brothers, Billy and Tom, are in big trouble: Tom's infallible eye for slow horses has drained away all of Billy's savings and he has borrowed from loan shark Pizza Face Petrillo, who now wants his money back or else! There's plenty of money in grandfather Buckle's will, but these two black sheep are pretty sure they'll never see any of that. What else to do but dress Billy up as a nun and have him pose as their cousin who is to inherit the entire fortune?

Directed by Leah Johnson. Featuring Mo Oelklaus, Cress Hewitt, Ian Scott, Vickie Shelton, Caitlin Hewitt, Kerri Brock, Andy Tyhurst, and Stephanie Weber.
$30.00 to $32.00. Paradise Playhouse Dinner Theatre, 101 Spring St, (816) 630-3333, www.paradiseplayhouse.org (Adult Fare)

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June 10, 2013

Become a theater master this summer with Starlight Theatre’s new classes

Students in grades 5 through 12 can get ahead of the cast this summer and bring their songs to life with Starlight Theatre's new Master Classes. Starlight Theatre Academy is offering three sessions of its "Acting the Song" Master Class at Starlight Theatre. Master Classes are designed to help students polish their musical theatre skills by learning from theatre professionals.

During the "Acting the Song" class, participants will learn to bring the character of a song to life. Each student will work with the master teaching artist to solidify his or her presentation while all class members observe. Students must prepare up to two songs of 32 bars each with sheet music (accompanist provided).

Andy Parkhurst and Michael Grayman will teach the first session of "Acting the Song" for incoming 5th to 8th graders will take place from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. July 2. The cost is $79 for participants and $39 for parents and students who choose to audit the class but not be evaluated. The second session for incoming 9th and 10th graders will be held from 1:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. July 2. The cost is $99 for participants and $39 for parents and students who choose to audit the class but not be evaluated. Parkhurst and Grayman are co-founders of Spinning Tree Theatre in Kansas City, and directors and choreographers of several productions for Starlight Children's Theatre. As performers, they toured internationally with Mamma Mia.

Mark Madama will teach the final session¬ of "Acting the Song" is scheduled from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. August 6 for incoming 11th and 12th grade students as well as recent graduates. The cost is $190 for participants and $50 for parents and students who choose to audit the class but not be evaluated. Madama is an accomplished director, writer and actor. He is currently an Associate Professor at the University of Michigan and the director of Footloose performing at Starlight Theatre, August 5-11.

Registration forms may be downloaded at www.kcstarlight.com. Classes are limited to 12 participants. For more information, contact Andy Pierce at (816) 997-1134 or education@kcstarlight.com.

ABOUT STARLIGHT THEATRE
Starlight Theatre opened in 1951 and is the largest and oldest performing arts organization in Kansas City and the second largest outdoor producing theatre in the country. In addition to presenting and producing Broadway musicals and concerts, the not-for-profit organization offers extensive community outreach and educational programming which includes classes, scholarships and Starlight's Blue Star Awards, the second largest musical theatre award program for local high schools and students in the country. Located on 16 acres, Starlight's venue includes rehearsal halls, gift store, club area for dining, concessions, gardens, fountains and a 10-story, climate-controlled stage.


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June 7, 2013

AUDITIONS...for an Independent Short Film (non-Barn Theatre related project)

Passing along this information for my friend, John Ong. Please do not contact The Barn Players. Contact information can be found below.


Production title: Lucky

Union / Non-Union: Non-Union
Production Type: Independent
Project length: Short Film (5-8 minutes)
Project format: 16:9 HD
Posted on: Friday, June 7, 2013
Production location: Kansas City Metro
Director: Amy Mendenhall Mansfield
Assistant Director: David Moore
Director of Photography: John Ong
Audition Location: TBD
Shooting Location: Kansas City Metro
Email: amende15@hallmark.com
Compensation: No

KEY DATES
Auditions:
June 2013. By appointment. We will work with your schedule

Call Backs: June 2013. By appointment. We will work with your schedule

Shooting: July 2013 [1-2 days for Jacqui and Young Peter/1 day for Adult Peter]

Synopsis:
"Lucky" is a short film that explores the nuances of an ever-evolving relationship between an adoptive single mother and her adopted son. Specifically this film highlights the newly formed family of two as they relocate for her new job and try to navigate the emotions that come with change.

Character BIOS
[Jacqui] [GENDER: FEMALE] [AGE: Late 30's] [We welcome and encourage all ethnicities]
As a product of a broken home, Jacqui has always wanted a family of her own to reclaim and redefine what "family" can truly mean. As she hit 30, she found herself in the last year of putting herself through nursing school and instead of rejoicing in her great accomplishment, she felt an emotional void — an absence. After a few years of working hard, sailing up through the ranks at work but still not having any luck in relationships, she decided to pursue adoption to help her feel complete.

[YOUNG PETER [GENDER: MALE] [AGE: 7-9] [We welcome and encourage all ethnicities]
The first few years of Peter's life were difficult in that he and his single mom never quite had "enough" but were always full of love and happiness. His mother worked hard to give her son whatever she could to make his life joyous. But when she became terminally ill with no outside family support and little medical intervention, he witnessed the light of his life slowly extinguish and leave him alone before his 5th birthday as a ward of the state.

[ADULT PETER [GENDER: MALE] [AGE: mid to late 20's] [We welcome and encourage all ethnicities]
After years of hard work in school and small parts in various ensembles, Peter, now in his mid to late 20's has landed his first starring role in a Broadway show. As he prepares to step out onto the stage for the opening night performance he acknowledges the hard work and sacrifice of the one who helped him get here.


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The Knights

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
GORILLA THEATRE PRESENTS:
The Gorilla Theatre Productions will be presenting their 22nd annual Greek show on the South steps of the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, Saturday, June 29 and Sunday, June 30, at 7:30am.
This year's show will be a production of Aristophanes's The Knights (424 BCE). Aristophanes was a Greek comic playwright in 5th c. Athens, and what that means is a crazy plot, vicious swipes at political and social leaders, and lots of sex jokes. In this play, which won first prize at the Lenaea festival, Aristophanes takes on Cleon, who once sued Aristophanes for his play The Babylonians. Aristophanes vowed revenge, and this play was that revenge. Come and watch an ancient political grudge match played out with jokes and general silliness. It's a great way to start the day, and should provide lots of fodder for water cooler discussions come Monday, July 1st.

WARNING: Parental Guidance suggested, this is -- after all -- a Greek Comedy.

The play this year will be directed by James Dean Carter & David Brisco Luby with original live music by Patrick Conway and musicians Mark Southerland and Brad Cox. Choreography of by Kosha Johnson. Neil Swanson-Chrisman is the Costume Designer and Chester White will be the Scenic and Props Designer.
Cast List: the CHORUS of the KNIGHTS: Carol Leighton, Michelle Stelting-Mauler, Marc Abelson, Bernard Norcott-Mahany & Mark Bryant. Joe Whalen as DEMOSTHENES, Frank McCabe as NICIAS, Darrel Bailey as AGORACRITUS the SAUSAGE-SELLER, Ray Ettinger as CLEON, & Michael Patton as DEMOS.
Gorilla Theatre is working its way through all surviving Greek plays without repeating. This will be one of the last plays of the playwright Aristophanes. Here are some of the Summer Greek Shows of Aristophanes's we have done:
LYSISTRATA by Aristophanes 1992
THE POET & THE WOMEN by Aristophanes 1996
THE FROGS by Aristophanes 1998
THE CLOUDS by Aristophanes 2002
THE WASPS by Aristophanes 2006
THE BIRDS by Aristophanes 2009
For more information call Gorilla Theatre Productions at: 816-510-3372 or on Facebook


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The Barn Players presents DISNEY'S WINNIE-THE-POOH KIDS opening July 18th

The Barn Players present…

Disney's
WINNIE-THE-POOH, Kids


Music & Lyrics by
RICHARD M. SHERMAN & ROBERT B. SHERMAN
ROBERT LOPEZ & KRISTEN ANDERSON-LOPEZ

Music Adapted, Arranged and
Additional Music by
WILL VAN DYKE

Book Adapted and Additional Lyrics by MARCY HEISLER

Book by
CHERYL DAVIS

Based on the stories of A. A. Milne
and the 2011 Disney animated feature film

Directed by Jason Coats
Stage Management by Stephanie Laaker
Set Design by Craig Aikman & Jason Coats
Light Design by Delany Herman & Jason Coats
Sound Design by Sean Leistico
Production Assistants:
Aryn Christenson, Emilie Christenson,
Alyssa Hoedl & Chris Lipford

Production Intern: Chloe Vollenweider

June 18 – 20, 2013
7:30pm

FEATURING
Amanda Brinkley, Riley Carson, Scott Cook, Prairie Cottrell, Willow Curry, Finoula Emmons, Mayzey Heim, Henry Kartsonis, Elizabeth Lipford, Kalyssa Nichols, Julia Percy, Margo Roberts, Arianwen Sharma, Katarina Sharma, Claire Segura, Seneca Sims & Margaret Veghlan

SYNOPSIS:
Welcome to the Hundred Acre Wood, where Winnie the Pooh is once again in search of honey. Along the way, he meets his pals Tigger, Piglet, Rabbit and Owl, but soon discovers that Christopher Robin has been captured by the Backson! As they prepare for a rescue operation, the animals learn about teamwork, friendship, and sharing snacks! Based on the beloved characters of A.A. Milne and the 2011 Disney animated feature film, this show is the perfect first pick for young performers.


All performances are at:
The Barn Players Theatre, 6219 Martway, Mission, KS.
Ticket pricing:
ALL SEATS - $5.00
NO SENIOR OR GROUP DISCOUNTS FOR THIS SHOW.
WE NOW ACCEPT CREDIT CARDS!
VISA, MASTERCARD & DISCOVER!
The box office opens one hour before curtain time.
For reservations, please call or call 1-800-838-3006
or visit our website at www.thebarnplayers.org


Production support provided by…
The Mainstreet Credit Union
Northeast Johnson County Chamber of Commerce

Media partner support provided by…
94.9 KCMO
95.1 Jack-FM



The Barn Players embraces diversity in all aspects of our organization. Non-traditional and equal-opportunity casting is encouraged.





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CALL FOR SCRIPTS - The Barn Players 10-minute Play Festival

BARN PLAYERS 6X10 FESTIVAL
CALL FOR SCRIPTS


Grab your pencils! Or laptops! The Barn Players Theatre is holding
its sixth annual 6x10 Play Festival on December 13th – 15th, and we are looking for some great scripts. The Festival will produce six short plays,
each roughly ten minutes in length and all by local writers. Tell us
a great story in ten minutes and you'll get the chance to see your
work performed on our stage.

Playwrights whose scripts are selected will be encouraged to
participate in rehearsal and to work collaboratively with the
director. They may modify their script as they watch it take shape on
the stage.

Playwrights also are welcome to participate in Writer's Workshops to be held at The Barn Theatre on July 27th, August 10th and August 24th from 10am – Noon. There is no charge to participate in the workshop sessions. Participation in workshop sessions is not required for selection, nor is participation a guarantee of selection.

GUIDELINES
- All playwrights must live within 200 miles of Kansas City.
- Scripts may not have been produced previously.
- Scripts should be easily produced in the context of a ten-minute
play festival (i.e. small casts and simple sets)
- Each playwright may submit up to two (2) scripts for review.
- Scripts may be submitted electronically or through the mail.
- Electronic: send to "tenminute@thebarnplayers.org"
- Mail: send TWO copies to "6x10 Festival, The Barn Players, 6219
Martway, Mission KS 66202"
- Please put your name and contact info on a separate page from the
text of the script.
- Deadline for submission is August 31st, 2013.
- Selections will be made and all playwrights informed by September 15th, 2013.
- Scripts sent by mail will not be returned.
- No comments or feedback on the scripts will be given.
- There is no entry fee.

By submitting a script for consideration, the playwright agrees that
The Barn Players may produce the script during the festival. The
playwright agrees to waive any royalty for the production of the piece
in the festival and relinquishes all rights to casting decisions or
scenic choices.

For more information, please contact Eric Magnus, Artistic Director of The Barn Players at emagnitude@me.com


The Barn Players embraces diversity in all aspects of our organization. Non-traditional and equal-opportunity casting is encouraged.





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AUDITIONS for YOU CAN'T STOP THE BEAT this Sunday for The Barn!

AUDITIONS!
For the Barn Players Production of…

You Can't Stop The Beat!
Rock On Broadway

A BENEFIT CONCERT FOR THE BARN PLAYERS

DIRECTED by Shelly Stewart
MUSICAL DIRECTION by Tim Braselton
STAGE MANAGED by DK Evenson
LIGHT DESIGN by Craig McCann
PRODUCTION INTERN: Chesley Tighe


AUDITIONS:
Sunday, June 9th from 5:30pm – 8:00pm
At St. Pius School
55th and Woodson, Mission, KS


EXPECTATION and PREPARATION:
Prepared to sing 32 bars of a rock song – either pop or jukebox musical.
Please provide sheet music. An accompanist will be provided.
Auditions by video may be accepted--contact the director for details at shellykc1222@gmail.com
Resumes and headshots are recommended but not required.


REHEARSALS:
Music rehearsals will begin around July 21, based on individual schedules. Typical rehearsal dates will by Sunday through Thursday from 7:00pm – 10:00pm, with Tech / Dress week from August 11th – 15th.
Conflicts should be kept to a minimum; no conflicts during tech week will be accepted.

PRODUCTION DATES:
August 16 -18, 2013
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sundays at 2:00pm

All performances take place at…
The Barn Players Theatre
6219 Martway in Mission, KS

SYNOPSIS:
A driving beat, a guitar riff and soaring vocals can be found in a number of Broadway shows from BYE BYE BIRDIE to SPIDER MAN: TURN OFF THE DARK. The Barn Players goes on a musical tour of the last 50 years of rock on Broadway with songs from JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, HAIR, AMERICAN IDIOT, BRING IT ON, MEMPHIS and more!

CAST BREAKDOWN
The director is looking for a talented group of singers, both male and female for this ROCK concert. The cast will consist of 10 to 16 performers for this one-of-a-kind benefit concert for The Barn!

The Barn Players embraces diversity in all aspects of our organization. Non-traditional and equal-opportunity casting is encouraged.


For more information, please contact Eric Magnus, Artistic Director of
The Barn Players, at emagnitude@me.com



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