September 30, 2013

Just Off Broadway announces 1st ever SEASON TICKETS

Just Off Broadway and its Affiliate Theatre Companies,
JourneyMan Theatre Company and MeltingPot KC
are happy to announce our Inaugural Season tickets for the 2014 Season.

Season Tickets are available through Box Office Tickets
800-494-tixs(8497) | www.BoxOfficeTickets.com

https://www.boxofficetickets.com/go/event?id=245915

Season ticket holders will receive 7 shows.
3 Shows produced by Journeyman Theatre Company
The Importance of Being Earnest:
A Trivial Comedy for Serious People
Written by Oscar Wilde | February 12-16, 19-23
Of Mice and Men
Written by John Steinbeck | June 12-15, 19-22
Yippee Ki Yay Mother F***ker
Written by Chris Rudy & Gregory Chafin | December 9-14, 17-21

3 Shows Produced by MeltingPot KC
The Frowning Vajayjays of Shady Pines
Written by Vicki Vodrey | March 20-23, 27-30, April 3-6
White Sangria
Written by Arika Larson | May 1-4, 8-11, 15-18
Echoes of Octavia
Written by Michelle T. Johnson |August 7-10, 14- 17, 21-24

1 Joint Production-Journeyman Theatre Company & MeltingPot KC
Behind the Veil Next to the Watercooler
Written by Kerry Austin | September 4-8, 11-14, 17-21


Don't miss the opportunity to see these dynamic stage plays, showcasing local writers and local performers.

Just Off Broadway Theatre
3051 Central
(GPS Address 3100 Wyandotte)
Kansas City, MO 64108
816.784.5020
info@justoffbroadway.org


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Paradise Playhouse

Paradise Playhouse Dinner Theatre


The Fox on the Fairway by Ken Ludwig: Sep 20-Oct 12: 6 pm Fri-Sun; 7 pm Thr
Bingham, president of the Quail Valley Country Club, is in a difficult position. He has discovered that the golfer he thought would play for his club has switched sides recruited by his opponent and the huge bet he foolishly wagered is now likely to be lost. He is desperate and the appearance of his wife complicates the matter. Can Bingham find a replacement for Justin to win the game, win the wager and get his life in order? Directed by Nino Casisi. Featuring Jaime Blum, Mindy McQuerrey Johnson, Tyler James McCall, Bill Pelletier, Kent Powell, and Cindy Siefers.
$30.00 to $32.00. Paradise Playhouse Dinner Theatre, 101 Spring St, (816) 630-3333, www.paradiseplayhouse.org (Adult Fare)

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Paradise Playhouse

Paradise Playhouse Dinner Theatre


The Fox on the Fairway by Ken Ludwig: Sep 20-Oct 12: 6 pm Fri-Sun; 7 pm Thr
Bingham, president of the Quail Valley Country Club, is in a difficult position. He has discovered that the golfer he thought would play for his club has switched sides recruited by his opponent and the huge bet he foolishly wagered is now likely to be lost. He is desperate and the appearance of his wife complicates the matter. Can Bingham find a replacement for Justin to win the game, win the wager and get his life in order? Directed by Nino Casisi. Featuring Jaime Blum, Mindy McQuerrey Johnson, Tyler James McCall, Bill Pelletier, Kent Powell, and Cindy Siefers.
$30.00 to $32.00. Paradise Playhouse Dinner Theatre, 101 Spring St, (816) 630-3333, www.paradiseplayhouse.org (Adult Fare)

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Industry Night performance of SPRING AWAKENING at The Barn on Monday Night!

The Barn Players

INDUSTRY NIGHT!
Monday, September 30th, 2013
Spring Awakening

The Barn has added an additional performance of our fifth patron show of the 2013 season on Monday night, September 30th at 7:30pm, to give our friends in the theatre community a chance to see this wonderful production!

Tickets will be only be available at the door for this special performance, and are open to one and all, but we'd love to see as many local performers, technicians, producers and volunteers as possible.

For this special Industry Night performance,
ALL TICKETS ARE JUST $12!

Make your plans today, and we'll see you in the audience on Monday, September 30th, 2013


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The French Cabaret: "Impressions d'automne"

Byrd~VanRoden Productions Presents:
The French Cabaret:
"Impressions d'automne"

Join the French Cabaret for
a wistful performance of music, merriment, movement and more with cocktails!

Your hosts:
Belleville featuring chanteuse Cynthia van Roden,
Rick Mareske on guitar and John Miles on bass
And your silent host, Petite Columbe the mime artiste

This month's guest artistes:
Patrick Rippeto appearing as Maurice - The Artiste
and
Kraig Kensinger - The Puppeteer

"Come...see us premier excerpts of our upcoming show for the Nelson Atkins Museum!"

Space is limited so, arrive early!

Friday, October 18
at the Uptown Arts Bar
3611 Broadway

Seating begins at 6:30
The show is 7:00 - 8:30
$10 cover
Seating is limited!

www.uptownartsbar.com
816-960-4611

To contact Byrd Productions go to :www.byrdproductions.org

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The New Century Follies production company and Byrd Productions is thrilled to present two workshops by dynamic theatrical performer Paco Fish!

The New Century Follies production company and Byrd Productions
is thrilled to present two workshops by dynamic theatrical performer Paco Fish!

"Power in Silence"
60 minutes
$20
1 pm
There is power in silence and strength in stillness. In this class, we will explore stillness and movement as contrasting tools for communication through games and exercises in mime. We will focus on clarity of movement, double takes, and comedic beats. Students should wear comfortable clothes in which they can move freely.

"Creating Character and Embodying Emotion"
60 minutes
$20
2:15pm
Using guided visualizations and physical explorations, we will discover many different personalities hidden within our bodies and the physical ways they express themselves. We will learn how to create clear characters and express distinct emotions with our whole bodies. Students should wear comfortable clothes in which they can move freely.

Paco Fish thrives on duality. He is a dynamic performer of spoken and physical comedy, burlesque, boylesque, stilt walking, clown, mime, and a variety of other media. Most of Paco's characters exist in multiple forms and his acts are visual representations of the transitions between these coexisting identities. Whether playing a freshwater turtle in forbidden saltwater love, a tramp with a deal with the devil, or the whole history of modern France, Paco dismantles assumptions and defies convention with humor and passion. He is the founder of Baltimore's Sticky Buns Burlesque and
currently holds the titles, "King of Southern Exposure," "King of Carolina Sweet Tease," and "Most Humorous" from both the Great Burlesque Exposition and The Carolina Burlesque Festival.

"The Burlesque Vanguard Tour" is a year-long international burlesque tour organized by boylesquer,Paco Fish. The 52-week tour will be spent living in a minivan, performing, and teaching burlesque in all 48 contiguous US states, the District of Columbia, and 3 Canadian provinces. Throughout the journey,

Paco will be joining local performers (including The New Century Follies and Byrd Productions on October 12th at Just Off Broadway Theater) for a different live entertainment experience each night, and documenting his adventures at www.burlesquevanguard.com

www.byrdproductions.org
call 816-305-8188 to register
Please bring cash to the venue.



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The Physical Flow Show - Friday, October 11!

Byrd Productions and New Centuries Follies
are proud to present:

The Physical Flow Show

An annual showcase of
Local Physical Theater Artists, Fooles, Clowns, Vaudevillians,
Jugglers, Flow Artists, Mimes and Actors.

It's children's theater for adults!

This year's production includes performances by :
Damian Blake – Vaudevillian
The Flock - A Company of Clowns
Beth Byrd – Physical Theater Artist
Jay Cady - Foole with Talent
Lacey Ellington - Aerial Artist
Ryan Nogle – Contact Juggler
Patricia Rusconi – Mime Artist
Kraig Kensinger – Cabaret Marionettes
Justin Sheldon– Modern Motion Juggler
and
Sara MissConception Glass – Hoop Theater Performer


Friday, October 11 at 8:00
at The Just Off Broadway Theater, 3051 Central, KCMO 64108.

Tickets are $20 in advance $25 at the door
For reservations go to:

http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/476950

For information go to: www.byrdproductions.org

Find us on Facebook

Sponsored by KCStage Magazine and KKFI 90.1 FM


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Byrd Productions & The New Centuries Follies are proud to present: The Big DAMN Dirty CLOWN Show

Byrd Productions & The New Centuries Follies
are proud to present:
The Big DAMN Dirty CLOWN Show

Come see clowns take it in the face
at...

The FIRST ANNUAL showcase of
big, bad, blue, bawdy buffoons,
sexy, seductive, slinky smartasses,
and playful, peculiar, prankster peelers!

Saturday, October 12, 8:00pm
The Just Off Broadway Theater, 3051 Central, KCMO 64108.
$20
www.byrdproductions.org for tickets!

These jocular jesters have dredged up their bluest, most adult material... Those acts that have been kicking around the cobwebby corners of their dirty minds just crying to be thrust into the spotlight. Booze will be consumed, jokes will be jested, flesh will be exposed. These aren't your typical birthday clowns...

Performances by:
Paco Fish - In the midst of his whirlwind, worldwide 'Vanguard Tour!'
Lady Jack - Visiting from Chicago for one spectacular show only!
Damian Blake – Professional Hobo and Whiskey Tester!
Annie Cherry - Seductive Red-Nosed Siren!
Opal Malone - Infamous 'Jazz Boob' Theatrical Artiste!
Sweet Louise - Is she sweet, hmmmm... or is she SPICY?!
Bumble and Buzz - And what a stinger!!
The Flock - A Company of Clowns... a Freakckton of Fooles!
Marty Honig - The World's Oldest Pole Dancer!
Beth Byrd – Physical Theater Artist and Giggliest Mime Ever!
Heidi Van - Professional 'Maker of Great' and 'Purveyor of Awesome!'
Peyton Westfall of Cirque du Gay- A Dominating Presence with a Balloon!
Dennis Porter of Cirque du Gay- He really knows how to cook!
with
Hank E. Panky - Tom Cat Extraordinaire!

"Things are about to get freaktacularly cramazing up in this grand cram mother juggler!!"
-Anonymous Creatively Stifled Clown




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September 26, 2013

The New Century Follies production company and Byrd Productions is thrilled to present two workshops by dynamic theatrical performer Paco Fish!

The New Century Follies production company and Byrd Productions
is thrilled to present two workshops by dynamic theatrical performer Paco Fish!

"Power in Silence"
60 minutes
$20
1 pm
There is power in silence and strength in stillness. In this class, we will explore stillness and movement as contrasting tools for communication through games and exercises in mime. We will focus on clarity of movement, double takes, and comedic beats. Students should wear comfortable clothes in which they can move freely.

"Creating Character and Embodying Emotion"
60 minutes
$20
2:15pm
Using guided visualizations and physical explorations, we will discover many different personalities hidden within our bodies and the physical ways they express themselves. We will learn how to create clear characters and express distinct emotions with our whole bodies. Students should wear comfortable clothes in which they can move freely.

Paco Fish thrives on duality. He is a dynamic performer of spoken and physical comedy, burlesque, boylesque, stilt walking, clown, mime, and a variety of other media. Most of Paco's characters exist in multiple forms and his acts are visual representations of the transitions between these coexisting identities. Whether playing a freshwater turtle in forbidden saltwater love, a tramp with a deal with the devil, or the whole history of modern France, Paco dismantles assumptions and defies convention with humor and passion. He is the founder of Baltimore's Sticky Buns Burlesque and
currently holds the titles, "King of Southern Exposure," "King of Carolina Sweet Tease," and "Most Humorous" from both the Great Burlesque Exposition and The Carolina Burlesque Festival.

"The Burlesque Vanguard Tour" is a year-long international burlesque tour organized by boylesquer,Paco Fish. The 52-week tour will be spent living in a minivan, performing, and teaching burlesque in all 48 contiguous US states, the District of Columbia, and 3 Canadian provinces. Throughout the journey,

Paco will be joining local performers (including The New Century Follies and Byrd Productions on October 12th at Just Off Broadway Theater) for a different live entertainment experience each night, and documenting his adventures at www.burlesquevanguard.com

www.byrdproductions.org
call 816-305-8188 to register
Please bring cash to the venue.



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The Physical Flow Show - Friday, October 11!

Byrd Productions and New Centuries Follies
are proud to present:

The Physical Flow Show

An annual showcase of
Local Physical Theater Artists, Fooles, Clowns, Vaudevillians,
Jugglers, Flow Artists, Mimes and Actors.

It's children's theater for adults!

This year's production includes performances by :
Damian Blake – Vaudevillian
The Flock - A Company of Clowns
Beth Byrd – Physical Theater Artist
Jay Cady - Foole with Talent
Lacey Ellington - Aerial Artist
Ryan Nogle – Contact Juggler
Patricia Rusconi – Mime Artist
Kraig Kensinger – Cabaret Marionettes
Justin Sheldon– Modern Motion Juggler
and
Sara MissConception Glass – Hoop Theater Performer


Friday, October 11 at 8:00
at The Just Off Broadway Theater, 3051 Central, KCMO 64108.

Tickets are $20 in advance $25 at the door
For reservations go to:

http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/476950

For information go to: www.byrdproductions.org

Find us on Facebook

Sponsored by KCStage Magazine and KKFI 90.1 FM


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Industry Night performance of SPRING AWAKENING at The Barn on Monday Night!

The Barn Players

INDUSTRY NIGHT!
Monday, September 30th, 2013
Spring Awakening

The Barn has added an additional performance of our fifth patron show of the 2013 season on Monday night, September 30th at 7:30pm, to give our friends in the theatre community a chance to see this wonderful production!

Tickets will be only be available at the door for this special performance, and are open to one and all, but we'd love to see as many local performers, technicians, producers and volunteers as possible.

For this special Industry Night performance,
ALL TICKETS ARE JUST $12!

Make your plans today, and we'll see you in the audience on Monday, September 30th, 2013


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SPRING AWAKENING continues this weekend at The Barn!

The Barn presents…

Spring Awakening

Music by Duncan Sheik
Book & Lyrics by Steven Sater

Directed by Eric Magnus
Musical Direction by Kelsie Clark
Choreography by Guy Gardner
Assistant Direction by Shelly Stewart
Stage Managed by Rebekah Grieb
Asst. Stage Management and Props by Meghan Newman
Set Design by Doug Schroeder
Lighting Design by Chuck Cline
Costume Design by Fran Kapono
Sound Design by Bill Wood
Fight Choreography by Rachael Redler
Asst. Choreography by Linnaia McKenzie


September 20 – October 6
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sunday at 2:00pm

STARRING
Maggie Gremminger, Keegan Rice & Bobby Turnbough

FEATURING
Kristen Altoro, Natalie Baughman, T. J. Chaffin, Emma Cook, Doug Dresslaer, Steven James, Jake Leet, James Levy, Kelsie Schuman & Cathy Wood

WITH
Jessica Alcorn, Madison Dodd, Nikcoma Mahkewa, Paris Naster & Miles Wirth

SYNOPSIS: Winner of 8 TONY Awards, including BEST MUSICAL, SPRING AWAKENING celebrates the unforgettable journey from youth to adulthood with a power, poignancy, and passion that you will never forget. Adapted from Frank Wedekind's 1891 German expressionist play about the trials, tears, and exhilaration of the teen years, it has been hailed as the "Best Musical of the Year" by the New York Times, New York Post, Star Ledger, Journal News, New York Observer and USA Today. Featuring unforgettable music by Duncan Sheik and Lyrics by Steven Sater, SPRING AWAKENING explores a place and time where teenagers try to find their way in a world controlled by the adults in their lives.

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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September 25, 2013

Jekyll & Hyde Auditions Thursday 7-9

She&Her Productions*
(Community)


Jekyll&Hyde Musical Auditions: Sep 20-30: 6:30 pm
Mon; 5 pm Fri; 7 pm Thr
She&Her Productions will produce Jekyll&Hyde the
,
Broadway Musical Feb. 28-March 16, 2014,
,
Auditions:,
September 20 @ 5pm-7pm ,
September 26 @ 7pm-9pm,
,
Call backs to be held Monday the 30th at 6:30 pm,

Location: JUST OFF BROADWAY THEATRE. 3051 Central
Ave Kansas City, MO 64108
(816) 784-5020

AUDITION PROCESS: Please prepare 2 songs. 16 bars
of music from each piece of music. No auditions
using tapes/cds or accapella will be heard.

Please bring headshot and resume

The 20th & 26th are open auditions please come
anytime between the given times.

Any questions please contact the Director Tiffany
Garrison-Schweigert at
sheandherproductions@gmail.com

Jekyll & Hyde

Conceived for the Stage by Steve Cuden and Frank
Wildhorn
Book and Lyrics by Leslie Bricusse
Music by Frank Wildhorn
Based on the story by Robert Louis Stevenson


An evocative tale of the epic battle between good
and evil, JEKYLL & HYDE is based on Robert Louis
Stevenson's classic story about a brilliant doctor
whose experiments with human personality create a
murderous counterpart. Convinced the cure for his
father's mental illness lies in the separation of
Man's evil nature from his good, Jekyll
unwittingly unleashes his own dark side, wreaking
havoc in the streets of London as the savage,
maniacal Edward Hyde.

The show offers great flexibility for cast size
and use of ensemble and its powerful rock score
will require strong, versatile singers.

We will be casting over 20 individuals.

We look to cast ages 17-60

We are updating the show. Setting it in present
day London.


MAIN CHARACTERS:
BISHOP OF BASINGSTOKE A hypocritical, sadistic
man of the cloth and a member of the Board of
Governors.
Male, 40-60 yrs old
Range: C#3 - G4

EMMA CAREW The daughter of Chariman Danvers
and Jekyll's beloved finacee who is refined and
desired by all of the socialite men.
Female, 20-25 yrs old
Range: A3 - C6

ENSEMBLE ARISTOCRATS; CITIZENS; SERVANTS;
PARTY GUESTS; PROSTITUTES; POLICEMEN

GABRIEL JOHN UTTERSON Serves as Jekyll's lawyer
and helpful friend. He advises the troubled doctor
on personal and professional affairs.
Male, 30-45 yrs old
Range: B2 - F#4

GENERAL LORD GLOSSOP A pompous retired army
man and member of the Board of Governors.
Male, 50-60 yrs old
Range: G#3 - C4

HENRY JEKYLL / EDWARD HYDE Jekyll is a
doctor obsessed with discovering the true nature
behind the good and evil in man and Emma's
fiancee. After he uses an experimental formula on
himself, his evil side - Edward Hyde - takes
control. As Hyde, he is violent, commanding, and a
sexual deviant attracted to Lucy.
Male, 30-45 yrs old
Range: Bb2 - A4

LUCY HARRIS The gorgeous 'main attraction' at
a local gentleman's club. At the bottom of her
luck, she becomes the object of Hyde's obsession.
Lucy is feisty and wild, but also cautious and
aware.
Female, 20-30 yrs old
Range: G#3 - F#5

SIMON STRIDE The secretary of the Board of
Governors and Jekyll's rival for Emma's
affections.
Male, 30-40 yrs old
Range: A2 - G4

SIR DANVERS CAREW Emma's loving father and
Chairman of the Board of Governors. A charming and
gentle man.
Male, 60-70 yrs old
Range: C3 - F#4

,
Location: The Just OFF Broadway Theatre
Just Off Broadway Theatre, 3051 Central Street,
(816) 405-9200, www.sheandherproductions.com

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The New Century Follies production company and Byrd Productions is thrilled to present two workshops by dynamic theatrical performer Paco Fish!

The New Century Follies production company and Byrd Productions
is thrilled to present two workshops by dynamic theatrical performer Paco Fish!

"Power in Silence"
60 minutes
$20
1 pm
There is power in silence and strength in stillness. In this class, we will explore stillness and movement as contrasting tools for communication through games and exercises in mime. We will focus on clarity of movement, double takes, and comedic beats. Students should wear comfortable clothes in which they can move freely.

"Creating Character and Embodying Emotion"
60 minutes
$20
2:15pm
Using guided visualizations and physical explorations, we will discover many different personalities hidden within our bodies and the physical ways they express themselves. We will learn how to create clear characters and express distinct emotions with our whole bodies. Students should wear comfortable clothes in which they can move freely.

Paco Fish thrives on duality. He is a dynamic performer of spoken and physical comedy, burlesque, boylesque, stilt walking, clown, mime, and a variety of other media. Most of Paco's characters exist in multiple forms and his acts are visual representations of the transitions between these coexisting identities. Whether playing a freshwater turtle in forbidden saltwater love, a tramp with a deal with the devil, or the whole history of modern France, Paco dismantles assumptions and defies convention with humor and passion. He is the founder of Baltimore's Sticky Buns Burlesque and
currently holds the titles, "King of Southern Exposure," "King of Carolina Sweet Tease," and "Most Humorous" from both the Great Burlesque Exposition and The Carolina Burlesque Festival.

"The Burlesque Vanguard Tour" is a year-long international burlesque tour organized by boylesquer,Paco Fish. The 52-week tour will be spent living in a minivan, performing, and teaching burlesque in all 48 contiguous US states, the District of Columbia, and 3 Canadian provinces. Throughout the journey,

Paco will be joining local performers (including The New Century Follies and Byrd Productions on October 12th at Just Off Broadway Theater) for a different live entertainment experience each night, and documenting his adventures at www.burlesquevanguard.com

www.byrdproductions.org
call 816-305-8188 to register
Please bring cash to the venue.



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September 23, 2013

Starlight Theatre Announces 2014 Broadway Season

STARLIGHT THEATRE ANNOUNCES 2014 BROADWAY SEASON
Five family friendly productions will offer a mix of classic and contemporary productions during theatre's 64th season



Starlight Theatre's 64th Broadway Season will offer another unforgettable summer of shared experiences with five family-friendly productions that include a mix of classic Broadway favorites and new contemporary rock shows. The lineup includes The Wizard of Oz (Andrew Lloyd Webber's new production), We Will Rock You, Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, The Sound of Music and Blue Man Group.

"Each year, Starlight attempts to offer the region a season of musical productions that are as diverse as our audiences, and I think the 2014 Broadway season definitely fits that bill," said Donna Thomason, interim president of Starlight. "In Starlight's Annual Show survey, all five shows in the upcoming Broadway series appeared in the Top 10 List of productions that patrons have asked to see at Starlight."

STARLIGHT THEATRE'S 2014 BROADWAY SEASON
WIZARD OF OZ- June 10-15, 2014
This new production of The Wizard of Oz is an enchanting adaptation of the all-time classic, totally reconceived for the stage. Developed from the ever-popular MGM screenplay, this new production contains all the beloved songs from the Oscar® winning movie score, all the favorite characters and iconic moments, plus a few surprises along the way, including new songs by Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber. Join Scarecrow, Tin Man, Lion, Dorothy and her little dog, Toto, as they journey through the magical land of Oz to meet the Wizard and obtain their hearts' desires. Watch out for the Wicked Witch of the West and her winged monkeys as you rediscover the real story of Oz in this fantastic musical treat for the family.


WE WILL ROCK YOU-The Musical by QUEEN & Ben Elton, June 17-22, 2014
We Will Rock You features the greatest hits of the legendary British rock group, Queen. Now in its 12th year in London and seen by a staggering 15 million people worldwide, this hilarious, multi-award-winning and record-breaking phenomenon boasts a fantastic score of killer Queen tunes that you just can't resist singing along to, such as "Another One Bites The Dust," "Crazy Little Thing Called Love," "We Are The Champions," "Bohemian Rhapsody" and, of course, "We Will Rock You." It's the world champion of musicals and the show that rocks harder than any other, so don't miss the party!

JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT, July 8-13, 2014
One of the most enduring shows of all time, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is the irresistible family musical about the trials and triumphs of Joseph, Israel's favorite son. The first collaboration of Andrew Lloyd Webber (Jesus Christ Superstar, Phantom of the Opera, Cats) and Tim Rice (Jesus Christ Superstar, The Lion King), Joseph blends pop, country and rock into an uplifting, technicolored story of biblical proportions. Retelling the Biblical story of Joseph, his eleven brothers and the "coat of many colors," this magical musical is full of unforgettable songs including "Those Canaan Days," "Any Dream Will Do" and "Close Every Door." Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat will feature Broadway and television star Diana DeGarmo (Hairspray, Hair) as the The Narrator and Broadway Star Ace Young (Grease, Hair) as Joseph.

THE SOUND OF MUSIC, July 25-31, 2014
The final collaboration between Rodgers & Hammerstein was destined to become the world's most beloved musical. The Sound of Music follows the true story of the Von Trapp family in Austria. This show has it all - an irrepressible heroine who finds her calling, lonely children who find a mother, an aloof Naval officer who finds a wife, and a united family who find courage in one another as they escape the approaching evil of the Third Reich. Audiences will rejoice in the well-known songs that include "My Favorite Things," "Do-Re-Mi," "Climb Ev'ry Mountain," and "Edelweiss."

BLUE MAN GROUP, September 9-14, 2014
Experience the phenomenon. Blue Man Group is best known for their wildly popular theatrical shows and concerts which combine comedy, music, and technology to produce a totally unique form of entertainment. Although it is impossible to describe, people of all ages agree that Blue Man Group is an intensely exciting and wildly outrageous show that leaves the entire audience in a blissful, euphoric state. With no spoken language, Blue Man Group is perfect for people of all ages, languages, and cultures. This unique experience is a form of entertainment like nothing else; guaranteed to be an outing you will never forget.

TICKET AND THEATRE INFORMATION
Season and Single Tickets: Current Starlight Theatre Season Ticket Holders may renew their tickets beginning in October at kcstarlight.org, by calling 816-363-STAR (7827) or at Starlight Theatre, 4600 Starlight Road. Box Office hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Season tickets offer the best value with benefits that include guaranteed seating at renewal, up to 36 percent savings compared to single tickets, free general parking, free ticket exchanges, and concession stand, dining and shopping discounts. New season and single tickets will be available in 2014. Gift certificates redeemable for all 2014 Broadway shows are now on sale.

Group Tickets: Groups of 15 or more including organizations, schools, churches, youth groups and companies, can receive discounted tickets and optional catered dinner by contacting Stacey Million, Starlight's group sales manager, at groups@kcstarlight.com or 816-997-1137.

Notable Dates: Each Thursday night is Starlight's Young Professionals Night - Young professionals receive special seating and group ticket discount price to the performance. Each Saturday Night performance will be described for the blind and visually impaired by Kansas Audio-Reader Network. Each Sunday Night performance will be interpreted for the deaf and hard-of-hearing.

Dining: Starlight offers multiple dining options including dinner in the Applause Club with customized menus for each production; lighter fare options on the Encore Deck; and multiple concession stands.

Pre-show: Pre-show tours of the stage, Starlight's Walk of Stars, gardens and fountains are offered nightly along with pre-show performances at the Spotlight Stage. For information about other Starlight services, visit kcstarlight.com.

ABOUT STARLIGHT THEATRE
Starlight Theatre, winner the 2013 IAVM Venue of Excellence Award, is the largest and oldest performing arts organization in Kansas City and the second largest outdoor producing theatre in the country. Opened as a theater in 1950 and as a not-for-profit organization in 1951, Starlight presents and produces Broadway musicals and concerts, offers extensive community outreach and educational programming including 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. For more information, visit www.kcstarlight.com.
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Contact: Mary Crouch Young, Founder, Kansas City Cabaret
kansascitycabaret@gmail.com (Ok to publish)
1-909-200-8209 (Phone number for further press questions only. Do not publish)
Find Kansas City Cabaret on Facebook for more information.

Cabaret for the Cure: A Benefit for the Breast Cancer Research Foundation


Kansas City Cabaret joins with the Breast Cancer Research Foundation for their fourth-annual "Cabaret for the Cure" benefit and silent auction. Join Kansas City Cabaret in the Uptown Arts Bar for two different shows at 7:00 PM and 10:00 PM on October 19th for Cabaret for the Cure, an evening of art, song, and dance celebrating the spirit of sisterhood.
Cabaret for the Cure brings together several of Kansas City's favorite performing artists for this exciting event. Join us as at 7:00 PM and again at 10:00 PM for cabaret performances including mimes, singers, belly dancers, jugglers, comedy, and burlesque. Silent auction bidding will begin 30 minutes before each show.
100% of the proceeds from this event will benefit the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.
Featured performers include: Molly Hammer, Beth Byrd; Jay and Leslie Cady, Irie Tribal Dance; comedian Brannon Murphy, Cher D. Blame of Kansas City Cabaret, Lolita Bonita of Burlesque Downtown Underground, all emceed by "Miss Gay America" 2014 representative, Moltyn Decadence!!
Date: October 19th, 2013
Two different shows: 6:30 PM, doors and silent auction, 7:00PM, show; 9:30 PM, doors and silent auction, 10:00PM show

Location: The Uptown Arts Bar, 3611 Broadway, Kansas City MO, 64111
Price: $15.00 for one show; see both for $25.00

Find Kansas City Cabaret on Facebook for detailed lists of featured performers and details.

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September 20, 2013

Shakespeare at the Alcott presents "The Merchant of Venice"

Alcott Arts Center*
This is the LAST weekend and your last chance to see this Play!

Shakespeare at the Alcott "The Merchant of Venice" by William Shakespeare: Sept 14,15, 21& 22: 3 pm Sat-Sun
"The Merchant of Venice" is the story of money lending, religious faith, and husband finding. In Venice we meet Shylock, a Jewish merchant and father, and Antonio, a Christian merchant, who have money-lending issues, which result in the call for a literal 'pound of flesh' as repayment. In the neighboring city of Belmont we meet Portia, a wealthy unmarried lady whose marriage prospects are dictated by her dead father's wishes. Directed by Anna Jennings. Featuring Jeff Shehan, Aaron Gotzon, Frank Presler, London Smith, Khalid Johnson, Liz Swick, Timothy Willett, Erik Johnsen, Kelsey Matthias, Heather Hare, Jen Morris, Sean Hill, and Ronald Davis and Zachary Weaver. This show will be held inside.
$5 with a non perishable food item for The Central Avenue Center of Hope Food Pantry.
Alcott Arts Center Theatre, 180 S 18th St, www.alcottartscenter.org (Suitable for Everyone)

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COMPANY - Final Weekend at OCTA

Olathe Civic Theatre Assn Presents

COMPANY

Music & Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim
Book by George Furth

Directed by Jason Coats
Music Direction by Todd Kendall Gregory-Downs

September 6, 7, 8, 13, 14, 15, 20, 21, 22
Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00pm
Sundays at 2:00pm

Olathe Civic Theatre
500 E Loula
Olathe KS 66061

CAST:
ROBERT......Ken Koval
MARTA.....Teal Holliday
KATHY.....Katherine Ruprecht
APRIL.......Jenni Wilson
SARAH.....Ali Watson
HENRY.....John Robison
AMY.......Rachel Adcock
PAUL......Brad Light
JENNY.....Erica Baruth
DAVID.....John Edmonds
JOANNE.....Debbie Blinn
LARRY.......Dennis Maddux
SUSAN......Alecia Stultz
PETER.....Simon Schupp

PRODUCTION STAFF:
Director - Jason Coats
Music Director – Todd Kendall Gregory-Downs
Choreographer - Jason Coats
Stage Manager - Sarah Saugier
Asst Stage Manager - Stephanie Laaker
Set Design/Build – Designer: Jason Chapman /Bill
Wright
Properties – Jason Coats/Jason Chapman
Lighting – Phil Leonard



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

For more information and to make reservations,
visit www.olathetheatre.org

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September 19, 2013

Jekyll & Hyde Auditions

She&Her Productions*
(Community)


Jekyll&Hyde Musical Auditions: Sep 20-30: 6:30 pm
Mon; 5 pm Fri; 7 pm Thr
She&Her Productions will produce Jekyll&Hyde the
,
Broadway Musical Feb. 28-March 16, 2014,
,
Auditions:,
September 20 @ 5pm-7pm ,
September 26 @ 7pm-9pm,
,
Call backs to be held Monday the 30th at 6:30 pm,

Location: JUST OFF BROADWAY THEATRE. 3051 Central
Ave Kansas City, MO 64108
(816) 784-5020

AUDITION PROCESS: Please prepare 2 songs. 16 bars
of music from each piece of music. No auditions
using tapes/cds or accapella will be heard.

Please bring headshot and resume

The 26th & 27th are open auditions please come
anytime between the given times.

Any questions please contact the Director Tiffany
Garrison-Schweigert at
sheandherproductions@gmail.com

Jekyll & Hyde

Conceived for the Stage by Steve Cuden and Frank
Wildhorn
Book and Lyrics by Leslie Bricusse
Music by Frank Wildhorn
Based on the story by Robert Louis Stevenson


An evocative tale of the epic battle between good
and evil, JEKYLL & HYDE is based on Robert Louis
Stevenson's classic story about a brilliant doctor
whose experiments with human personality create a
murderous counterpart. Convinced the cure for his
father's mental illness lies in the separation of
Man's evil nature from his good, Jekyll
unwittingly unleashes his own dark side, wreaking
havoc in the streets of London as the savage,
maniacal Edward Hyde.

The show offers great flexibility for cast size
and use of ensemble and its powerful rock score
will require strong, versatile singers.

We will be casting over 20 individuals.

We look to cast ages 17-60

We are updating the show. Setting it in present
day London.


MAIN CHARACTERS:
BISHOP OF BASINGSTOKE A hypocritical, sadistic
man of the cloth and a member of the Board of
Governors.
Male, 40-60 yrs old
Range: C#3 - G4

EMMA CAREW The daughter of Chariman Danvers
and Jekyll's beloved finacee who is refined and
desired by all of the socialite men.
Female, 20-25 yrs old
Range: A3 - C6

ENSEMBLE ARISTOCRATS; CITIZENS; SERVANTS;
PARTY GUESTS; PROSTITUTES; POLICEMEN

GABRIEL JOHN UTTERSON Serves as Jekyll's lawyer
and helpful friend. He advises the troubled doctor
on personal and professional affairs.
Male, 30-45 yrs old
Range: B2 - F#4

GENERAL LORD GLOSSOP A pompous retired army
man and member of the Board of Governors.
Male, 50-60 yrs old
Range: G#3 - C4

HENRY JEKYLL / EDWARD HYDE Jekyll is a
doctor obsessed with discovering the true nature
behind the good and evil in man and Emma's
fiancee. After he uses an experimental formula on
himself, his evil side - Edward Hyde - takes
control. As Hyde, he is violent, commanding, and a
sexual deviant attracted to Lucy.
Male, 30-45 yrs old
Range: Bb2 - A4

LUCY HARRIS The gorgeous 'main attraction' at
a local gentleman's club. At the bottom of her
luck, she becomes the object of Hyde's obsession.
Lucy is feisty and wild, but also cautious and
aware.
Female, 20-30 yrs old
Range: G#3 - F#5

SIMON STRIDE The secretary of the Board of
Governors and Jekyll's rival for Emma's
affections.
Male, 30-40 yrs old
Range: A2 - G4

SIR DANVERS CAREW Emma's loving father and
Chairman of the Board of Governors. A charming and
gentle man.
Male, 60-70 yrs old
Range: C3 - F#4

,
Location: The Just OFF Broadway Theatre
Just Off Broadway Theatre, 3051 Central Street,
(816) 405-9200, www.sheandherproductions.com

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Romeo & Juliet last weekend

She&Her Productions*

She&Her Productions
Romeo & Juliet by William Shakespeare: Sep 13-22:
8 pm Fri-Sat, Mon; 2 pm Sun

Romeo and Juliet is a tragedy written early in the
career of William Shakespeare about two young
star- crossed lovers whose deaths ultimately
reconcile their feuding families. It was among
Shakespeare's most popular plays during his
lifetime and, along with Hamlet, is one of his
most frequently performed plays. Today, the title
characters are regarded as archetypal young
lovers.

A NOTE FROM THE DIRECTOR:
Shakespeare's timeless tale of love and woe comes
to life again in She&Her's production of Romeo and
Juliet. This classic story of star crossed lovers
is, arguably, the most read and performed of all
of the Bard's works. This is for good reason.
Scholars praise it as the most beautiful of all
the Shakespearian plays. Audiences love it
because it speaks so clearly to our hearts about a
subject that is near and dear to all of us.

The idea that love can persist against all
obstacles, but the reason that it still persists
is because it asks some tough questions. About
love, sex, family bonds, revenge and duty. These
are all human traits that are explored in Romeo
and Juliet and can give all of us cause to think
and perhaps apply its lessons to our own lives.

Directed by Jeremy Riggs.
$12-$15. Just Off Broadway Theatre, 3051 Central
Street, (816) 405-9200,
www.sheandherproductions.com (Suitable for
Everyone)

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Clownesque is Tomorrow Night! :0)

CLOWNESQUE - FALL VERSION 2013

Come One! Come All!
SEE Clowns attempting Burlesque
WATCH perfectly, beautiful Burlesque performers being funny
CONSUME alcohol to soothe your troubled eye balls

Performers include the Beautiful and Talented:
Mary Magdalene
Molly Thunder
Lil Red Danger
Olivia Tall Tale
Ruby Love
Annie-Mae Allure
Phoebe Pheromone
Alan Brannon
Kent Mercer & Kevin Mercer
and special guest artist:
Annie Cherry And Damian Blake!

Your hosts: Beth Byrd-Lonski and Sophie Sassafras

WHY? To support our creative habits
When? - Friday, September 20th - 10:00 PM
Where? - The Uptown Arts Bar - 3611 Broadway
How much? - Just $10 will get you into this "special" occasion

Bring some cash for some amazing raffle & auction items - no kidding!
Proceeds support the performers and Byrd Productions

Find us on FACEBOOK!
go to www.uptownartsbar.com for their calendar.
www.byrdproductions.org












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September 18, 2013

TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD-HARPER LEE

The TallGrass Theatre Company


To Kill A Mockingbird by Harper Lee
Oct 18-19: 7 pm Fri-Sat; 2 pm Sat

Performance October 18 @ 7:00 and 19th @ 2:00 & 7:00
Wheatridge Auditorium 318 E. Washington Gardner
General Admission: Adult Tickets $9 Student Tickets $7
available at the Door or at Gardner Parks and Recreation
Parks and Recreation Customer Service Center located in City Hall, 120 E. Main
Street, Gardner, Kansas. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m.
to 5:30 p.m. 913-856-0936 Directed by Sandy Miller .
Call for Ticket Prices. Wheatridge Auditorium , 318 E. Washington , (913) 856-0936, www.thetallgrasstheatrecompany.com (Suitable for Everyone)

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TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD-HARPER LEE

The TallGrass Theatre Company


To Kill A Mockingbird by Harper Lee
Oct 18-19: 7 pm Fri-Sat; 2 pm Sat

Performance October 18 @ 7:00 and 19th @ 2:00 & 7:00
Wheatridge Auditorium 318 E. Washington Gardner
General Admission: Adult Tickets $9 Student Tickets $7
available at the Door or at Gardner Parks and Recreation
Parks and Recreation Customer Service Center located in City Hall, 120 E. Main
Street, Gardner, Kansas. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m.
to 5:30 p.m. 913-856-0936 Directed by Sandy Miller .
Call for Ticket Prices. Wheatridge Auditorium , 318 E. Washington , (913) 856-0936, www.thetallgrasstheatrecompany.com (Suitable for Everyone)

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To Kill A Mockingbird- Harper Lee

The TallGrass Theatre Company


Auditions: To Kill A Mockingbird by Harper Lee : Oct 18-19: 7 pm Fri-Sat; 2 pm Sat

Performance October 18 @ 7:00 and 19th @ 2:00 & 7:00
Wheatridge Auditorium 318 E. Washington Gardner
General Admission: Adult Tickets $9 Student Tickets $7
available at the Door or at Gardner Parks and Recreation
Parks and Recreation Customer Service Center located in City Hall, 120 E. Main
Street, Gardner, Kansas. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m.
to 5:30 p.m. 913-856-0936 Directed by Sandy Miller .
Call for Ticket Prices. Wheatridge Auditorium , 318 E. Washington , (913) 856-0936, www.thetallgrasstheatrecompany.com (Suitable for Everyone)

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Jekyll & Hyde Auditions

She&Her Productions*
(Community)


Jekyll&Hyde Musical Auditions: Sep 20-30: 6:30 pm
Mon; 5 pm Fri; 7 pm Thr
She&Her Productions will produce Jekyll&Hyde the
,
Broadway Musical Feb. 28-March 16, 2014,
,
Auditions:,
September 20 @ 5pm-7pm ,
September 26 @ 7pm-9pm,
,
Call backs to be held Monday the 30th at 6:30 pm,

Location: JUST OFF BROADWAY THEATRE. 3051 Central
Ave Kansas City, MO 64108
(816) 784-5020

AUDITION PROCESS: Please prepare 2 songs. 16 bars
of music from each piece of music. No auditions
using tapes/cds or accapella will be heard.

Please bring headshot and resume

The 26th & 27th are open auditions please come
anytime between the given times.

Any questions please contact the Director Tiffany
Garrison-Schweigert at
sheandherproductions@gmail.com

Jekyll & Hyde

Conceived for the Stage by Steve Cuden and Frank
Wildhorn
Book and Lyrics by Leslie Bricusse
Music by Frank Wildhorn
Based on the story by Robert Louis Stevenson


An evocative tale of the epic battle between good
and evil, JEKYLL & HYDE is based on Robert Louis
Stevenson's classic story about a brilliant doctor
whose experiments with human personality create a
murderous counterpart. Convinced the cure for his
father's mental illness lies in the separation of
Man's evil nature from his good, Jekyll
unwittingly unleashes his own dark side, wreaking
havoc in the streets of London as the savage,
maniacal Edward Hyde.

The show offers great flexibility for cast size
and use of ensemble and its powerful rock score
will require strong, versatile singers.

We will be casting over 20 individuals.

We look to cast ages 17-60

We are updating the show. Setting it in present
day London.


MAIN CHARACTERS:
BISHOP OF BASINGSTOKE A hypocritical, sadistic
man of the cloth and a member of the Board of
Governors.
Male, 40-60 yrs old
Range: C#3 - G4

EMMA CAREW The daughter of Chariman Danvers
and Jekyll's beloved finacee who is refined and
desired by all of the socialite men.
Female, 20-25 yrs old
Range: A3 - C6

ENSEMBLE ARISTOCRATS; CITIZENS; SERVANTS;
PARTY GUESTS; PROSTITUTES; POLICEMEN

GABRIEL JOHN UTTERSON Serves as Jekyll's lawyer
and helpful friend. He advises the troubled doctor
on personal and professional affairs.
Male, 30-45 yrs old
Range: B2 - F#4

GENERAL LORD GLOSSOP A pompous retired army
man and member of the Board of Governors.
Male, 50-60 yrs old
Range: G#3 - C4

HENRY JEKYLL / EDWARD HYDE Jekyll is a
doctor obsessed with discovering the true nature
behind the good and evil in man and Emma's
fiancee. After he uses an experimental formula on
himself, his evil side - Edward Hyde - takes
control. As Hyde, he is violent, commanding, and a
sexual deviant attracted to Lucy.
Male, 30-45 yrs old
Range: Bb2 - A4

LUCY HARRIS The gorgeous 'main attraction' at
a local gentleman's club. At the bottom of her
luck, she becomes the object of Hyde's obsession.
Lucy is feisty and wild, but also cautious and
aware.
Female, 20-30 yrs old
Range: G#3 - F#5

SIMON STRIDE The secretary of the Board of
Governors and Jekyll's rival for Emma's
affections.
Male, 30-40 yrs old
Range: A2 - G4

SIR DANVERS CAREW Emma's loving father and
Chairman of the Board of Governors. A charming and
gentle man.
Male, 60-70 yrs old
Range: C3 - F#4

,
Location: The Just OFF Broadway Theatre
Just Off Broadway Theatre, 3051 Central Street,
(816) 405-9200, www.sheandherproductions.com

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Auditions for the 6th Annual 6 x 10 Ten-Minute Play Festival at The Barn!

AUDITIONS!

The Barn Players 6th Annual
6 x 10: Ten Minute Play Festival

Six Original Plays
Six Local Playwrights
Six Directors
A great evening of theatre!

AUDITIONS:
October 26th and 27th from 1:00 – 4:00 PM
At St. Pius School
55th and Woodson, Mission, KS

EXPECTATION and PREPARATION:
Auditions will consist of cold readings from the scripts.

Bring your conflicts from November 1st – December 15th. No conflicts, please, during the dress/tech week prior to the opening of the show on December 13th.

The rehearsal schedule will be flexible and at the discretion of each director. Directors also have the discretion of pre-casting roles.
Please bring a current resume; a headshot is optional and will not be returned.

THE PLAYS:
Will be announced by October 1st, 2013


Directors will be determined by October 15th, 2013.

PRODUCTION DATES:
December 13 – 15, 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

For more information, please contact Lynn Reddick, Assistant Artistic Director of The Barn Players at lcreddick@aol.com or 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 BLOODY BLOODY ANDREW JACKSON at The Barn!

Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson

Auditions:

November 2, 12pm - 4pm
November 3, 5pm - 9pm
At St. Pius School, 55th and Woodson, Mission, KS

All auditioning must be checked in by one hour after the auditions begin

EXPECTATION and PREPARATION:

Auditions will be an open call both days.

32 bars of a rock style song – Can be from the music industry or music theatre. No songs from the show. Please provide sheet music...no CDs & NO ACAPPELLA auditions.

Eyeliner welcome.

Resume and headshot, if available.

A change of clothes – Both open calls will have a dance audition.

*Non-singer dancers are encouraged to audition. Come to open call with 30 second prepared dance.
Invited Callbacks

November 9, 12pm - 4pm

Those called back will receive a music packet by email Monday, November 4, by noon. Callbacks will consist of readings from the script and selected music performances. DANCERS called back will have a combination to learn as well as two freestyle 8 counts.

Rehearsals and Performances:
Rehearsals will be January 21 - February 27

Performances: February 28 - March 16, Friday and Saturday at 7:30pm, Sunday at 2:00pm, plus Monday, March 10 at 7:30pm
Available Roles:

All ages are encouraged and age should not hinder someone from auditioning for any role.

FEMALE SOLOIST and MALE SOLOIST may be cast as individuals, or the roles may be split up between ensemble members.

All roles, excluding Andrew and Rachel Jackson, could possibly be either gender.

ANDREW JACKSON | Male, 22-32, Tenor Bb2 - Bb4. A roguish, man's president who is deeply charming and sexy, yet is also an extremely violent, arrogant, bigoted idiot that fights for what he believes in. Must be comfortable shirtless. Must be comfortable getting "bloody"...it's the name of the show.
BLACK FOX | Male, 25-35, Speaking Role. Native American chief who is intelligent and somber with a hint of danger. He used to have an alliance with Jackson.
ENSEMBLE | VARIOUS FRONTIERSMEN, INDIANS, SOLDIERS.
FEMALE SOLOIST | Female, 20-30, Mezzo G3 - B4. Self-confident, attractive singer with powerful, emotive indie rock voice. Dark, mysterious, hip vibe. Can double as other roles.
HENRY CLAY | Male, 28-36, Baritone D3 - A3. An over-the-top, vivacious, tall, cadaverous, and villainous senator with greasy hair who wears weasel pelts. Can double as other roles.
JAMES MONROE | Male, 30-40, Speaking Role. Foppish and overwhelmed old-school President of the United States. Can double as other roles.
JOHN C. CALHOUN | Male, 25-35, Bass B2-F3. A sinister, good-looking, charming, and brilliant gentleman senator from the South who is a vain mastermind. Can double as other roles.
JOHN QUINCY ADAMS | Male, 22-32, Bass B2-E4. The former President's whiney, spoiled, and demanding son who really wants to be President. Can double as other roles.
LYNCOYA | Male 5-8, Speaking Role. Adopted Native American son of Andrew Jackson who has a sweet dispostion with a wild streak.
MALE SOLOIST | Male, 18-25, Tenor/Baritone D3-E4. Brooding, intense rocker with powerful, emotive indie rock voice. He is angsty, good-looking, young, and hip. Can double as other roles.
MARTIN VAN BUREN | Male, 25-35, Speaking Role. Jackson's right hand man who is in over his head. He is a well-intentioned buffoon who is utterly lovable. Can double as other roles.
RACHEL JACKSON | Female, 25-35, Mezzo A3-B4. Jackson's deeply religious and devoted wife who is strangely alluring, yet not overtly sexual. Can double as other roles.
THE STORYTELLER | Female, 35-55, Speaking Role. A milquetoast, oppressively good-natured, history-loving narrator that has not had much excitement in her life. Very strong comedic actor.
DANCERS | 3-4 strong dancers. Andrew Jackson's backup girls. Will also be in the ensemble.

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

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AUDITIONS for The Barn Junior production of SHREK: THE MUSICAL!

AUDITIONS!

…for students in middle school
and high school only.
The Barn Junior Production of…

SHREK

Based on the Dreamworks Film
Music by Jeanine Tesori
Lyrics & Book by David Lindsay-Abaire

Directed by Jason Coats
Musical Direction by Presten Fry
Choreographed by Guy Gardner

AUDITIONS:
Sunday, October 20th from 1:00 pm – 4:00pm
Monday, October 21st from 7:00pm – 9:00pm
At St. Pius School
55th and Woodson, Mission, KS
EXPECTATION and PREPARATION:
Seeking a multi-ethnic cast of students in grades 7-12.

Auditions will be an open call both days, and will consist of singing a prepared 32-bar selection of a song from a Broadway Musical. An accompanist will be provided. No auditions with a CD backing track will be allowed. Acapella auditions are discouraged, but not prohibited.
Please Provide: Sheet Music for you audition, and resumes are suggested, if available. Please bring a current photo—this can be a professional headshot, but a current school photo works just as well. Come dressed to move, as there will be a dance/movement exercise. Formal dance training is NOT a requirement! There may be cold readings from the script as well.

Rehearsals will begin with a cast and family meeting on Sunday, November 3rd.
The typical weekly rehearsal schedule will be Sunday through Thursday night from 7 – 10pm. Conflicts with the schedule must be kept to an absolute minimum during the rehearsal process. No conflicts will be accepted during dress / tech week (1/12 – 1/16).

PRODUCTION DATES:
January 17th – 26th
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:
SHREK THE MUSICAL, based on the Oscar® winning DreamWorks film that started it all, brings the hilarious story of everyone's favorite ogre to dazzling new life on the stage. In a faraway kingdom turned upside down, things get ugly when an unseemly ogre — not a handsome prince — shows up to rescue a feisty princess. Throw in a donkey who won't shut up, a bad guy with a SHORT temper, a cookie with an attitude and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you've got the kind of mess that calls for a real hero. Luckily, there's one on hand...and his name is Shrek. Full of all-new songs, great dancing and breathtaking scenery, SHREK THE MUSICAL is part romance, part twisted fairy tale and all irreverent fun for everyone!

CASTING INFORMATION:
Shrek
Voice Type: Tenor
An erasable ogre who lives in self-imposed exile in a swamp, but yearns (beneath the surface) for friendship and acceptance. He is outwardly bitter and sarcastic, but his true nature is loving and loyal.
Princess Fiona
Voice Type: Lyric Soprano
Severely (emotionally) damaged by her exile to a tower for 23+ years of her life, Fiona believes that she will be saved by a storybook prince. She is simultaneously feisty, rude and vulnerable in her loneliness, but she is also blindly optimistic. The mental strain of captivity is beginning to show.
Teen Fiona
Voice Type: Mezzo Soprano
A lonely, dreamy tween – a bit more cynical than her younger version, who waits in a tower for her prince. She is getting tired of the wait, but is convinced he will appear to save her.
Young Fiona
Voice Type: Soprano
She is energetic, courageous, hopeful, slightly scared, but she clings to the belief that the prince from her storybook will rescue her.
Donkey
Voice Type: Baritone
Sassy and confident, he yearns to belong somewhere. Feels he can be the best companion EVER to anyone who might accept him. He is energetic and overenthusiastic to the point of irritation.
Lord Farquaad
The dwarfish dictator of tiny storybook DuLoc, Farquaad harbors deep resentment for his father who abandoned him. Behind his princely charm, he is pompous, self-centered and cruel. He has a smooth and charming speaking voice and tends to shriek when he is angry.
Dragon
A lonely and soulful female chained within Fiona's tower. She falls head-over-heels for Donkey.
Pinocchio
He is the sassy wooden puppet who yearns to become a real boy. Pinocchio badly wants to fit in but needs to learn to accept his "wooden-ness" first.
Gingy
This puppet character is voiced by Goldilocks who operates her/him from beneath a tray.


Ensemble Characters: Fairy Tale Creatures include, but not limited to… Mama Bear/Shrek's Mother
Papa Bear/Shrek's Father
Baby Bear
3 Pigs
Big Bad Wolf
Peter Pan
Ugly Duckling
Wicked Witch
Mad Hatter
Fairy Godmother
Sugar Plum Fairy
Humpty Dumpty
Elf
Dwarf Other character roles include: Captain of the Guard
Guard
Greeter (DuLoc)
Dish and Spoon
Spinning Antelope
4 Knights
Bluebirds
Pied Piper
Thelonius


For more information, please contact Jason Coats, Educational Coordinator at barnjr@thebarnplayers.org or 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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SPRING AWAKENING opens at The Barn on Friday night!

The Barn presents…


Spring Awakening

Music by Duncan Sheik
Book & Lyrics by Steven Sater

Directed by Eric Magnus
Musical Direction by Kelsie Clark
Choreography by Guy Gardner
Assistant Direction by Shelly Stewart
Stage Managed by Rebekah Grieb
Asst. Stage Management and Props by Meghan Newman
Set Design by Doug Schroeder
Lighting Design by Chuck Cline
Costume Design by Fran Kapono
Sound Design by Bill Wood
Fight Choreography by Rachael Redler
Asst. Choreography by Linnaia McKenzie
Production Assistance by Alex Bigus

September 20 – October 6
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sunday at 2:00pm

STARRING
Maggie Gremminger, Keegan Rice & Bobby Turnbough

FEATURING
Kristen Altoro, Natalie Baughman, T. J. Chaffin, Emma Cook, Doug Dresslaer, Steven James, Jake Leet, James Levy, Kelsie Schuman & Cathy Wood

WITH
Jessica Alcorn, Madison Dodd, Nikcoma Mahkewa, Paris Naster & Miles Wirth

SYNOPSIS: Winner of 8 TONY Awards, including BEST MUSICAL, SPRING AWAKENING celebrates the unforgettable journey from youth to adulthood with a power, poignancy, and passion that you will never forget. Adapted from Frank Wedekind's 1891 German expressionist play about the trials, tears, and exhilaration of the teen years, it has been hailed as the "Best Musical of the Year" by the New York Times, New York Post, Star Ledger, Journal News, New York Observer and USA Today. Featuring unforgettable music by Duncan Sheik and Lyrics by Steven Sater, SPRING AWAKENING explores a place and time where teenagers try to find their way in a world controlled by the adults in their lives.

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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September 17, 2013

Farris Youth Theatre Company presents Alice in Wonderland, Jr.

The Farris Youth Theatre Company is pleased to announce
that show dates for their fall musical, Alice in Wonderland, Jr.
Are: Friday, November 1 and again on Saturday, November 2,
curtain at 7 PM, and a Sunday matinee on November 3 at 2
PM. The FYTC is under the direction of Mrs. Sandy Cazzell
and features a talented ensemble of area youth in grades 5-8.
The Farris Theatre is located at 301 W Main St, Richmond,
MO. For more information please call the theatre at: (816) 776-
6684.


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Last Night - Open Audition Call - All My Sons

River City Community Players announce an Open Audition Call for All My Sons by Arthur Miller.

Directed by Denny Dey.

Be prepared to conduct cold readings from the script.

Auditions will be held at the Riverfront Community Center, 123 S. Esplanade, Leavenworth, KS, Sep 17 from 7 - 9 p.m.

A tremendously impressive drama that received the New York Drama Critics Circle Award for Best Play.

During the war Joe Keller and Herbert Deever ran a machine shop which made airplane parts. Deever was sent to prison because the firm turned out defective parts, causing the deaths of many men. Keller went free and made a lot of money.

The twin shadows of this catastrophe and the fact that the young Keller son was reported missing during the war dominate the action.

The love affair of Chris Keller and Ann Deever, the bitterness of George Deever returned from the war to find his father in prison and his father's partner free, are all set in a structure of almost unbearable power.

The climax showing the reaction of a son to his guilty father is fitting conclusion to a play electrifying in its intensity.

The characters being sought are:
Joe Keller is the uneducated common man-determined-amazed by the world around him-watchful-strong-capable of immense rationalization-easily shaken by reality. Mid 50's to mid 60's

Kate Keller is submerged in the disappearance of her son-her mind is locked inside chains of hope and rationalization-she sees everyone around her much the way a master sees chess pieces on a board-to be moved into a position where her concept of reality may come true. Mid 50's to mid 60's

Chris Keller is strong-brave-idealistic-loving-nurturing-more aware of the reality of a changing world than his father-hopeful-spirited. Late 20's to early 30's

Ann Deever can hold her own with anyone-torn between her desire to re-create her own future and the need to deal with her past-heavily convicted about her father's wrong doing-devoted to Chris and supportive of George. Mid 20's

George is depressed-angry-volatile-but responds to kindness and slivers of hope. He seeks justice and wishes that his sister saw the world as does he. Late 20's to early 30's

Jim Bayliss is another example of the common man-professional-exact-caring-observational-connecting to others-but unable to connect to his own desires and personal designs. Late 30's to mid 40's

Sue Bayliss controls with skill-manages her husband-accepts her place in the social strata with a bitter taste well camouflaged-money protects her from falling further down the social ladder. Late 30's to mid 40's

Frank Lubey is harmless-yet another formation of the common man-his backyard is his kingdom-nice guy-interested is "stuff" but not overly capable of anything but interest. Early 30's

Lydia Lubey lives in the moment-for her kids-her husband-her friends-doing someone's hair is a real treat for her-she genuinely enjoys the "live" in the neighborhood. Late 20's

Bert is the "boy" in all of us-eager-inquisitive-always in motion-always thinking. Under 12

Show performances will be Oct 25 and 26 at 8 p.m. Nov 1, 2, 8 and 9 at 8 p.m. and Nov 3 at 2 p.m.

Leavenworth Performing Arts Center, 500 Delaware St, (913) 651-0027, www.rccplv.com


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The Wizard of Oz - One Weekend Only

The River City Community Players is pleased to announce its Fall Youth Production, The Wizard of Oz - Young Performers' Edition by L. Frank Baum With Music and Lyrics by Harold Arlen and E.Y. Harburg.

Directed by Joshua Shockey

This is a specially tailored (approximately one-hour) show that includes all of your favorite characters and songs from the motion picture.

It is the story of Dorothy Gale, who, like so many girls her age, dreams of what lies over the rainbow. One day a twister hits her farm and carries her away over that rainbow to another world. Come join Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tinman, the Cowardly Lion and Toto as they travel the universe of Dorothy's imagination.

Musical Direction by Suzie Stephenson.

Featuring Alyssa Wiegers, Kaitlyn Baker, Ashlyn Baker, Raphael Tate, Danielle Sachse, Nicholas Rothmeyer, Gina Favero, Olivia Favero, Miriam Honey, Leah Wiegers, Meredith Taylor, Hannah Kirby, Kedzie Hopkins, Susan Williams, Danielle Edwards, Max Dametz, Jeffrey Young, Jessie Young, Lexi Wood, Sophie Baumback, Meadow Del Borrell, Gavin Taylor, Jared Miedema, Sadie Honey, Connor Shockey, Kristy Diggs, Emma Dametz, Sydney Hawkins, Angela Mroszczak, Raven Ramirez, Catherine Macy Santos, Karra Honey, Divya Hopkins and Kristy Diggs.

Performance dates are Sep 20-22, 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday.

Reservations are NOT required. All performances are designated as open seating.

All seats $5.00. Leavenworth Performing Arts Center, 500 Delaware St, (913) 651-0027, www.rccplv.com (Suitable for Everyone)

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September 12, 2013

SPRING AWAKENING opens at The Barn next Friday!

The Barn presents…


Spring Awakening
Music by Duncan Sheik
Book & Lyrics by Steven Sater

Directed by Eric Magnus
Musical Direction by Kelsie Clark
Choreography by Guy Gardner
Assistant Direction by Shelly Stewart
Stage Managed by Rebekah Grieb
Asst. Stage Management and Props by Meghan Newman
Set Design by Doug Schroeder
Lighting Design by Chuck Cline
Costume Design by Fran Kapono
Sound Design by Bill Wood
Fight Choreography by Rachael Redler
Asst. Choreography by Linnaia McKenzie
Production Assistance by Alex Bigus

September 20 – October 6
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sunday at 2:00pm

STARRING
Maggie Gremminger, Keegan Rice & Bobby Turnbough

FEATURING
Kristen Altoro, Natalie Baughman, T. J. Chaffin, Emma Cook, Doug Dresslaer, Steven James, Jake Leet, James Levy, Kelsie Schuman & Cathy Wood

WITH
Jessica Alcorn, Madison Dodd, Nikcoma Mahkewa, Paris Naster & Miles Wirth

SYNOPSIS: Winner of 8 TONY Awards, including BEST MUSICAL, SPRING AWAKENING celebrates the unforgettable journey from youth to adulthood with a power, poignancy, and passion that you will never forget. Adapted from Frank Wedekind's 1891 German expressionist play about the trials, tears, and exhilaration of the teen years, it has been hailed as the "Best Musical of the Year" by the New York Times, New York Post, Star Ledger, Journal News, New York Observer and USA Today. Featuring unforgettable music by Duncan Sheik and Lyrics by Steven Sater, SPRING AWAKENING explores a place and time where teenagers try to find their way in a world controlled by the adults in their lives.

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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COMPANY Continues This Weekend at OCTA

Olathe Civic Theatre Assn Presents

COMPANY

Music & Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim
Book by George Furth

Directed by Jason Coats
Music Direction by Todd Kendall Gregory-Downs

September 6, 7, 8, 13, 14, 15, 20, 21, 22
Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00pm
Sundays at 2:00pm

Olathe Civic Theatre
500 E Loula
Olathe KS 66061

CAST:
ROBERT......Ken Koval
MARTA.....Teal Holliday
KATHY.....Katherine Ruprecht
APRIL.......Jenni Wilson
SARAH.....Ali Watson
HENRY.....John Robison
AMY.......Rachel Adcock
PAUL......Brad Light
JENNY.....Erica Baruth
DAVID.....John Edmonds
JOANNE.....Debbie Blinn
LARRY.......Dennis Maddux
SUSAN......Alecia Stultz
PETER.....Simon Schupp

PRODUCTION STAFF:
Director - Jason Coats
Music Director – Todd Kendall Gregory-Downs
Choreographer - Jason Coats
Stage Manager - Sarah Saugier
Asst Stage Manager - Stephanie Laaker
Set Design/Build – Designer: Jason Chapman /Bill
Wright
Properties – Jason Coats/Jason Chapman
Lighting – Phil Leonard



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

For more information and to make reservations,
visit www.olathetheatre.org

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Romeo & Juliet Opens FRIDAY

She&Her Productions*

She&Her Productions
Romeo & Juliet by William Shakespeare: Sep 13-22:
8 pm Fri-Sat, Mon; 2 pm Sun

Romeo and Juliet is a tragedy written early in the
career of William Shakespeare about two young
star- crossed lovers whose deaths ultimately
reconcile their feuding families. It was among
Shakespeare's most popular plays during his
lifetime and, along with Hamlet, is one of his
most frequently performed plays. Today, the title
characters are regarded as archetypal young
lovers.

A NOTE FROM THE DIRECTOR:
Shakespeare's timeless tale of love and woe comes
to life again in She&Her's production of Romeo and
Juliet. This classic story of star crossed lovers
is, arguably, the most read and performed of all
of the Bard's works. This is for good reason.
Scholars praise it as the most beautiful of all
the Shakespearian plays. Audiences love it
because it speaks so clearly to our hearts about a
subject that is near and dear to all of us.

The idea that love can persist against all
obstacles, but the reason that it still persists
is because it asks some tough questions. About
love, sex, family bonds, revenge and duty. These
are all human traits that are explored in Romeo
and Juliet and can give all of us cause to think
and perhaps apply its lessons to our own lives.

Directed by Jeremy Riggs.
$12-$15. Just Off Broadway Theatre, 3051 Central
Street, (816) 405-9200,
www.sheandherproductions.com (Suitable for
Everyone)

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September 11, 2013

The Wizard of Oz - One Weekend Only

The River City Community Players is pleased to announce its Fall Youth Production, The Wizard of Oz - Young Performers' Edition by L. Frank Baum With Music and Lyrics by Harold Arlen and E.Y. Harburg.

Directed by Joshua Shockey

This is a specially tailored (approximately one-hour) show that includes all of your favorite characters and songs from the motion picture.

It is the story of Dorothy Gale, who, like so many girls her age, dreams of what lies over the rainbow. One day a twister hits her farm and carries her away over that rainbow to another world. Come join Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tinman, the Cowardly Lion and Toto as they travel the universe of Dorothy's imagination.

Musical Direction by Suzie Stephenson.

Featuring Alyssa Weigers, Kaitlyn Baker, Ashlyn Baker, Raphael Tate, Danielle Sachse, Nicholas Rothmeyer, Gina Favero, Olivia Favero, Miriam Honey, Leah Weigers, Meredith Taylor, Hannah Kirby, Kedzie Hopkins, Susan Williams, Danielle Edwards, Max Dametz, Jeffrey Young, Jessie Young, Lexi Wood, Sophie Baumback, Meadow Del Borrell, Gavin Taylor, Jared Miedema, Sadie Honey, Connor Shockey, Kristy Diggs, Emma Dametz, Sydney Hawkins, Angela Mroszczak, Raven Ramirez, Catherine Macy Santos, Karra Honey, Divya Hopkins and Kristy Diggs.

Performance dates are Sep 20-22, 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday.

Reservations are NOT required. All performances are designated as open seating.

All seats $5.00. Leavenworth Performing Arts Center, 500 Delaware St, (913) 651-0027, www.rccplv.com (Suitable for Everyone)

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Updated - Open Audition Call - All My Sons

River City Community Players announce an Open Audition Call for All My Sons by Arthur Miller.

Directed by Denny Dey.

Be prepared to conduct cold readings from the script.

Auditions will be held at the Riverfront Community Center, 123 S. Esplanade, Leavenworth, KS, Sep 14 from noon to 2 p.m. and Sept 16 and 17 from 7 - 9 p.m.

A tremendously impressive drama that received the New York Drama Critics Circle Award for Best Play.

During the war Joe Keller and Herbert Deever ran a machine shop which made airplane parts. Deever was sent to prison because the firm turned out defective parts, causing the deaths of many men. Keller went free and made a lot of money.

The twin shadows of this catastrophe and the fact that the young Keller son was reported missing during the war dominate the action.

The love affair of Chris Keller and Ann Deever, the bitterness of George Deever returned from the war to find his father in prison and his father's partner free, are all set in a structure of almost unbearable power.

The climax showing the reaction of a son to his guilty father is fitting conclusion to a play electrifying in its intensity.

The characters being sought are:
Joe Keller is the uneducated common man-determined-amazed by the world around him-watchful-strong-capable of immense rationalization-easily shaken by reality. Mid 50's to mid 60's

Kate Keller is submerged in the disappearance of her son-her mind is locked inside chains of hope and rationalization-she sees everyone around her much the way a master sees chess pieces on a board-to be moved into a position where her concept of reality may come true. Mid 50's to mid 60's

Chris Keller is strong-brave-idealistic-loving-nurturing-more aware of the reality of a changing world than his father-hopeful-spirited. Late 20's to early 30's

Ann Deever can hold her own with anyone-torn between her desire to re-create her own future and the need to deal with her past-heavily convicted about her father's wrong doing-devoted to Chris and supportive of George. Mid 20's

George is depressed-angry-volatile-but responds to kindness and slivers of hope. He seeks justice and wishes that his sister saw the world as does he. Late 20's to early 30's

Jim Bayliss is another example of the common man-professional-exact-caring-observational-connecting to others-but unable to connect to his own desires and personal designs. Late 30's to mid 40's

Sue Bayliss controls with skill-manages her husband-accepts her place in the social strata with a bitter taste well camouflaged-money protects her from falling further down the social ladder. Late 30's to mid 40's

Frank Lubey is harmless-yet another formation of the common man-his backyard is his kingdom-nice guy-interested is "stuff" but not overly capable of anything but interest. Early 30's

Lydia Lubey lives in the moment-for her kids-her husband-her friends-doing someone's hair is a real treat for her-she genuinely enjoys the "live" in the neighborhood. Late 20's

Bert is the "boy" in all of us-eager-inquisitive-always in motion-always thinking. Under 12

Show performances will be Oct 25 and 26 at 8 p.m. Nov 1, 2, 8 and 9 at 8 p.m. and Nov 3 at 2 p.m.

Leavenworth Performing Arts Center, 500 Delaware St, (913) 651-0027, www.rccplv.com


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Paradise Playhouse

Paradise Playhouse Dinner Theatre


The Fox on the Fairway by Ken Ludwig: Sep 20-Oct 12: 6 pm Fri-Sun; 7 pm Thr
Bingham, president of the Quail Valley Country Club, is in a difficult position. He has discovered that the golfer he thought would play for his club has switched sides recruited by his opponent and the huge bet he foolishly wagered is now likely to be lost. He is desperate and the appearance of his wife complicates the matter. Can Bingham find a replacement for Justin to win the game, win the wager and get his life in order? Directed by Nino Casisi. Featuring Jaime Blum, Mindy McQuerrey Johnson, Tyler James McCall, Bill Pelletier, Kent Powell, and Cindy Siefers.
$30.00 to $32.00. Paradise Playhouse Dinner Theatre, 101 Spring St, (816) 630-3333, www.paradiseplayhouse.org (Adult Fare)

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