May 30, 2016

Auditions continue

The Mystery Train
(Professional)


Smokin Hot Homicide by Wendy Thompson: Jun 1: 6 pm Wed
Old enemies find themselves on the same train home one summer. Tempers flare, arguments get heated and there's mention of stolen recipes. A smoldering rage ignites into murder. Is that barbeque sauce … or blood? Directed by Wendy Thompson. Seeking two women and one man, African-American, ages 20s to 40 for interactive murder-mystery dinner theater. Show opens June 24, closes Aug 13, with performances on Fri/Sat in downtown KC., there is performance pay.
Auditions are Wednesday, June 1, from 6 to 9 pm by appointment only. 816-813-9654 for more info.
Broadway Church, 39th Terrace and Broadway, (816) 813-9654, thespiation@aol.com,

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May 27, 2016

THE GRADUATE opens tonight at The Barn!

The Barn presents…

THE GRADUATE

Adapted by Terry Johnson
Based on the Novel by Charles Webb and the Motion
Picture Screenplay by Calder Willingham & Buck Henry
By Special Arrangement with CanalStudio

Directed by Bill Pelletier Stage
Managed by D. K. Evenson
Set Design by Bill Wright
Lighting Design by J. Patrick Inlow
Costume & Props Design by
DeDe Deville & Marla Gonzales
Sound Design by Sean Leistico
Props Designed by Victoria Hoffman



May 27th – June 12th
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sunday at 2:00pm
(Industry Night: Monday, June 8th)

STARRING
Laura Jacobs & Jake Leet

FEATURING
Katie Bettis, Monica Bone, Dee Dee Deimer, Doug Ford,
Scott Turner & Mike Wimpy

SYNOPSIS:
A hit in the West End and a popular show on Broadway
starring Kathleen Turner, The Graduate brings the
inspired movie hit of the Sixties vividly to life on stage.
Benjamin Braddock, recent college graduate and prodigal
son, returns home and promptly becomes embroiled in an
affair with the wife of his father's business partner, one
Mrs. Robinson, but soon finds himself falling in love with
her daughter, Elaine.

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) - $12.00

WE 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
710 AM / 103.7 KCMO Talk Radio

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


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May 24, 2016

Auditions for NICE WORK IF YOU CAN GET IT at The Barn in June!

AUDITIONS!

NICE WORK IF
YOU CAN GET IT

Music and Lyrics by George and Ira Gershwin
Book by Joe DiPietro

Direction by Kipp Simmons
Musical Direction by Kevin Bogan
Choreography by Valerie Martin and Ramsey Self
Assistant Direction by Korey Childs

AUDITIONS:
Saturday, June 18th from 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Sunday, June 19th from 2:00pm – 4:00pm
at St. Pius School, 55th and Woodson, Mission, KS


EXPECTATION and PREPARATION:
• Auditions will be an open call both days, and will
consist of singing a prepared 32 bar selection of a
musical
theatre song in the style of the show.
• There will also be a dance audition so wear proper
attire. A tap combination will be taught at callbacks, but
be
prepared to show any tap skills you have at the open
audition.
• Please Provide: Sheet Music...no CDs & NO
ACAPPELLA auditions | Headshot/Resume (if available)
• Invited Callbacks will be held on Saturday, June 25th
from 1:00 -5:00 pm at The Arts Asylum. If you are
auditioning, please make sure to clear your schedule that
day, as callbacks are critical to putting together the
strongest ensemble for this ensemble piece. You will be
notified by email if you are invited to callbacks.
• If you have worked with this directing team before
there is no need to come to the open call. Please email
your interest to the director at kipp@live.com.
• Choreography rehearsals will begin September 25th
and all other rehearsals will begin October 2nd. Typical
weekly rehearsal schedule will be Sunday afternoons
1:00p
to 5:00p and Monday through Thursday nights from
6:30pm – 10pm. Rehearsals the last 2 weeks may go past
10:00p but staff will be respectful of your time and get
you
out as close to 10:00p as possible. Tech rehearsal on
Sunday, October 30th will be 1:00p to 6:00p. Conflicts
with
the rehearsal schedule must be kept to an absolute
minimum during the rehearsal process. No conflicts will
be
accepted during dress / tech week without prior approval
from the director. The Music Director may try to
schedule
some individual rehearsals with principals prior to
October
2nd.


PRODUCTION DATES:
November 4th – 20th, 2016
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm & Sundays at 2:00pm
Industry Night Performance Monday, November 14th @
7:30pm
All performances take place at The Barn Players Theatre,
6219 Martway in Mission, KS

SYNOPSIS:
Set in the 1920s, Nice Work If You Can Get It is the story
of
charming and wealthy playboy Jimmy Winter, who meets
rough female bootlegger Billie Bendix the weekend of his
wedding. Jimmy, who has been married three (or is it
four?)
times before, is preparing to marry Eileen Evergreen, a
self-
obsessed modern dancer. Thinking Jimmy and Eileen will
be out of town, Billie and her gang hide cases of alcohol
in
the basement of Jimmy's Long Island mansion. But when
Jimmy, his wife-to-be and her prohibitionist family show
up
at the mansion for the wedding, Billie and her cohorts
pose
as servants, causing hijinks galore.

CAST BREAKDOWN:
• JIMMY WINTER – A wealthy and handsome playboy,
dripping with charm and charisma.
• BILLIE BENDIX – A tough, feisty and street-wise
young
woman. Partners in rum-running with Cookie and Duke.
• COOKIE McGEE – A fast-talking, wise-cracking
bootlegger.
• EILEEN EVERGREEN – Jimmy's latest fiancé. Self-
proclaimed finest interpreter of modern dance in the
world.
• DUKE MAHONEY – Cookie's sidekick. Not the
brightest
guy around.
• SENATOR MAX EVERGREEN – Eileen's father. A
humorless career politician. Serious, stern and
judgmental.
• DUCHESS ESTONIA DULWORTH – Duchess of
Woodford. A noted prohibitionist and bejeweled dowager.
• JEANNIE MULDOON – A lovely chorus girl from
Brooklyn.
• CHIEF BERRY - Chief of the Long Island Police
Department. Fiercely dedicated to his job.
• MILICENT WINTER - A wealthy matron with great
elan.
Jimmy's mother.
• THE CHORUS GIRLS – A strong female dancing
(including tap) and singing ensemble. – all ages and types
• THE VICE SQUAD – A strong male dancing (including
tap) and singing ensemble. – all ages and types

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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THE GRADUATE opens this Friday

The Barn presents…

THE GRADUATE

Adapted by Terry Johnson
Based on the Novel by Charles Webb and the Motion
Picture Screenplay by Calder Willingham & Buck Henry
By Special Arrangement with CanalStudio

Directed by Bill Pelletier Stage
Managed by D. K. Evenson
Set Design by Bill Wright
Lighting Design by J. Patrick Inlow
Costume & Props Design by
DeDe Deville & Marla Gonzales
Sound Design by Sean Leistico
Props Designed by Victoria Hoffman



May 27th – June 12th
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sunday at 2:00pm
(Industry Night: Monday, June 8th)

STARRING
Laura Jacobs & Jake Leet

FEATURING
Katie Bettis, Monica Bone, Dee Dee Deimer, Doug Ford,
Scott Turner & Mike Wimpy

SYNOPSIS:
A hit in the West End and a popular show on Broadway
starring Kathleen Turner, The Graduate brings the
inspired movie hit of the Sixties vividly to life on stage.
Benjamin Braddock, recent college graduate and prodigal
son, returns home and promptly becomes embroiled in an
affair with the wife of his father's business partner, one
Mrs. Robinson, but soon finds himself falling in love with
her daughter, Elaine.

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) - $12.00

WE 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
710 AM / 103.7 KCMO Talk Radio

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


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May 23, 2016

Auditions

The Mystery Train
(Professional)


Smokin Hot Homicide by Wendy Thompson: May 30: 5 pm Mon
"Smokin' Hot Homicide is set in 1926--Old enemies find themselves on the same train home one summer. Tempers flare, arguments get heated and there's mention of stolen recipes. A smoldering rage ignites into murder. Is that barbeque sauce … or blood?" Directed by Wendy Thompson. The Mystery Train will hold auditions for its summer production, "Smokin' Hot Homicide" by appointment only on Monday, May 30, from 5 to 9 pm. Seeking two women and one man to portray characters in an interactive murder-mystery set in 1926. Actors of color are encouraged to audition. The show opens June 24, closes Aug 13, with performances on Fri & Sat eves in downtown KC, Mo. Rehearsals begin June 6. For more information, or to set an appointment, call 816-813-9654.
Broadway Church, 39th Terrace and Broadway, (816) 813-9654, thespiation@aol.com,

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May 20, 2016

Golden Age Of Musicals Opens May 26

Chestnut Presents "Golden Age of Musicals" May
26 - July 3

Olathe, KS – May 20, 2016 –

Golden Age Of Musicals opens May 26 and runs
through July 3 at the Chestnut Fine Arts Center
in Olathe.

The Golden Age of Musicals highlights one of
the greatest eras in the history of Broadway
theatre! Join us for a trip down 42nd Street
featuring Lerner and Loewe's My Fair Lady,
Brigadoon & Camelot and other favorites,
Fiddler on the Roof, Guys and Dolls & Music
Man! With sparkling lyrics and sensational melodies, this delightful evening is a MUST for
all musical theatre lovers! The Golden Age of
Musicals has something for everyone!

The show is directed by Brad Zimmerman and
choreographed by Mindy Moritz. Golden Age of
Musicals stars Jeannette Bonjour, Jon
Daugharthy, Mindy Moritz, Joel Morrison, Ken
Remmert, and Kristen Sullivan.

Tickets are $28 for adults with discounts for
seniors, children & groups. Call 913-764-2121
for tickets and info.

Chestnut Fine Arts Center located at 234 North
Chestnut in Olathe. Performances are Thursday
through Saturday evenings at 8 pm, Sunday
matinees at 2 pm and select Saturday matinees
at 3 pm. Tickets are $28.00; discounts
available for seniors, students and groups.


About the Chestnut:
The Chestnut Fine Arts Center opened its doors
in May, 1998 in Olathe, KS, as a sole
proprietorship, and it operated in a small one-
room theatre. Throughout the next four years,
the Chestnut flourished and in July, 2002,
became fully incorporated as a non-profit
organization within Kansas and was granted
501(c) (3) status by the IRS. The Chestnut is
proud of its top-quality entertainment -- all
ages are welcome and encouraged to attend all
performances.

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ANNOUNCING The Barn Players' Exciting 2017 Season!

THE BARN PLAYERS 2017 SEASON
Our 62nd season of great plays and musicals!

THE BARN MAIN STAGE

HIGH FIDELITY
Music by Tom Kitt
Lyrics by Amanda Green
Book by David Lindsay-Abaire
Based on the novel by Nick Hornby
March 3 - 19
Industry Night: March 13th
RATED R
A Kansas City Premiere Production


SHE LOVES ME
Music by Jerry Bock
Lyrics by Sheldon Harnick
Book by Joe Masteroff
April 21 – May 7
Industry Night: May 1st
RATED PG


RUMORS
By Neil Simon
June 2 – June 18
Industry Night: June 12th
RATED R


THE CRUCIBLE
By Arthur Miller
July 14 - 30
Industry Night: July 24th
RATED PG


GREY GARDENS
Music by Scott Frankel
Lyrics by Michael Korie
Book by Doug Wright
Based on the 1975 documentary
September 15 – October 1
Industry Night: September 25th
RATED PG-13
A Kansas City Community Theatre Premiere Production
DIRECTED BY ERIC MAGNUS


SISTER ACT: THE MUSICAL
Music by Alan Menken
Lyrics by Glenn Slater
Book by Cheri Steinkellner & Bill Steinkellner
Additional Book Material by Douglas Carter Beane
Based on the Touchstone Picture, Sister Act, written by
Joseph Howard
November 3 - 19
Industry Night: November 13th
RATED PG
A Kansas City Premiere Production


BARN JUNIOR / KIDS SHOWS

BIG
A Barn Junior Production
Music by David Shire
Lyrics by Richard Maltby, Jr.
Book by John Weidman
January 13 - 22
RATED PG


DISNEY'S THE LION KING, KIDS
A Barn Kids Production
Music by Elton John
Lyrics by Tim Rice
Book by Roger Allers & Irene Mecchi
Additional Music & Lyrics by Lebo M, Mark Mancina, Hans
Zimmer, Jay Rifkin & Will Van Dyke
Based on the Broadway Production and the 1994 Disney
Film
Session 1: June 20 - 22
Session 2: July 18 – 20
RATED G
DIRECTED BY JASON COATS



BARN SPECIAL EVENTS

THE BARNEY AWARDS
January 28

SUMMER BENEFIT CONCERT
August 11 - 13

THE 10th ANNUAL 6 X 10: Original Ten-Minute Play
Festival
December 8 - 10


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May 14, 2016

Auditions for Shakespeare in the Parking Lot X Today and Tomorrow

Alcott Arts Center
(Community)


TWELFTH NIGHT by William Shakespeare: May 14&15:
11am Sat and 1 pm Sun;
Set at Illyria Boarding School in modern times, we join our class and staff as the plot unfolds with childish pranks, high school drama, and love stories that will make you believe you were back at school.
Directed by Anna Jennings. Audition dates
May 14, 2016 11am-2pm,
May 15, 2016 1-4pm,
Bring head-shots and resume's if possible.,
Be prepared for cold readings from the scripts.,
More info on the Alcott website.,

Alcott Arts Center Theatre, 180 S 18th St, (913) 233-2787, www.alcottartscenter.org

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May 13, 2016

Zachary Hill Art Exhibition Second Saturday May 14th 2016

Alcott Arts Center


Alcott's Second Saturday Art Exhibitions Sat May14th Meet the Artist during the reception at 6:30pm
Zachary Hill will be exhibiting his acrylic paintings on canvas. Please join us as we celebrate Zachary's incredible talent. He has prepared a group of paintings especially for your enjoyment. The reception starts at 6:30pm and is free and open to the public.
Alcott Arts Center Theatre, 180 S 18th St, (913) 233-2787, www.alcottartscenter.org

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May 2, 2016

Auditions for KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN coming in May to The Barn!

AUDITIONS!

Kiss of the Spider Woman

Music by John Kander
Lyrics by Fred Ebb
Book by Terrence McNally

Directed by Eric Magnus
Musical Direction by Paul Morel
Asst. Direction by Shelly Stewart

AUDITIONS:
May 7th and 8th, 2016
from 11:00am - 3:00pm
At St. Pius Church
55th and Woodson, Mission, KS

EXPECTATION and PREPARATION:
Auditions will be an open call both days, and will consist
of
singing a prepared 32 bar selection of a musical theatre
or
pop/rock song in the style of the show.
Please Provide: Sheet Music…no CDs & NO ACAPPELLA
auditions
Headshot/Resume (if available)
Invited Callbacks will be held on Saturday, May 21st from
1:00 - 5:00 pm. Please be prepared to read scenes and
sing songs from the show (sides will be provided). Also,
please dress appropriate to dance at callbacks. If you are
auditioning, please make sure to clear your schedule that
afternoon, as callbacks are critical to putting together the
strongest ensemble for this ensemble piece.
Rehearsals will begin Sunday, July 24th. Typical weekly
rehearsal schedule will be Sunday through Thursday
nights
from 7 – 10pm. Conflicts with the rehearsal schedule
must
be kept to an absolute minimum during the rehearsal
process. No conflicts will be accepted during dress /
tech
week (9/11 – 9/15)

PRODUCTION DATES:
September 16th – October 2th, 2016
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:
Kiss of the Spider Woman revamps a harrowing tale of
persecution into a dazzling spectacle that juxtaposes
gritty
realities with liberating fantasies. Cell mates in a Latin
American prison, Valentin is a tough revolutionary
undergoing torture and Molina is an unabashed
homosexual
serving eight years for deviant behavior. Molina shares
his
fantasies about an actress, Aurora (originated on
Broadway
by Chita Rivera) with Valentin. One of her roles is a
Spider
Woman who kills with a kiss.

CAST BREAKDOWN:
We are looking for a multi-racial, high-energy cast of
performers for this Tony Award winning musical.

Aurora / Spider Woman 25 - 50, mezzo soprano: The
central figure of Molina's fantasy world – a "vampy diva",
stunning, dazzling and comforting in all her roles except
for
that of the Spider Woman, who is treacherous and
frightening to Molina. Role requires strong acting, singing
and movement.

Molina 30 - 45, tenor: A homosexual man serving an 8-
year
sentence for deviant behavior, who worked as a window
dresser. Very smart and imaginative with a tremendous
ability to shape language into images. Must be a strong
actor and singer and must move well.

Valentin 25 - 35, high baritone: A man imprisoned for his
'fanatical' political views. Passionate and angry, Valentine
carries a deep hatred for the corruption in the Argentine
government and is not afraid to fight against those who
would oppress the working class. Deeply suspicious, he
trusts no one. Must be a very strong actor and singer

Marta 23 - 30, soprano: Valentines love. Earthy and
beautiful. Appears mostly in dreams, but retains her
earthiness. Must be a strong actor and singer.

Molina's Mother 50 - 65, contralto: Molina's loving
mother.
Careworn, but warm and loving. Years of worrying about
her
son have taken their toll on her appearance and health.
Must be strong actor and singer.

Warden 40 - 55, speaking role: A hard-edged
authoritarion.
Sharp and intelligent, he is not without a certain amount
of
charm which he uses to get the information he seeks.
Enjoys the position he holds. Strong actor needed.

Esteban and Marcos 25 - 45, speaking roles. Prison
Guards. Pretty funny and comedic, but can turn deadly on
a
dime. Must be comfortable with lifting bodies and
dragging
them around.

Gabriel 20 to 30, high baritone. Molina's current
infatuation. A waiter, handsome and straight. He is warm
and appealing, but not interested in Molina in the way
that
he wishes him to be. May double as prisoner.

Prisoners 20 - 45, all voices
An ensemble of 4-8 men who play prisoners that double
as
other characters. Looking for strong singers who can
move
well.


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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