June 29, 2016

Auditions for "Suppressed Desires" a musical cabaret!

Mid Life Players
(Community)

Suppressed Desires, a musical cabaret: Jul 31: 2 pm Sun
Have you ever wanted to sing a great song from a musical, but know that you'll never get the opportunity because the song is sung by someone of the opposite sex, different age, or ethnicity? Well, now is your chance! In the spirit of Broadway Backwards or Miscast, Mid-Life Players is holding auditions for "Suppressed Desires - a Musical Cabaret". Directed by Joy Richardson and Dottie Bartlett. Audition 16 bars of 2 songs that you'd like to perform in show, 1 up tempo and 1 ballad. Or, submit a video with your 2 selections by 7/31. Ensembles, duets & trios are encouraged. Must provide accompaniment sheet music in the key to be performed.,
If cast, directors will decide which of your songs will work best. One "dress" rehearsal Fri, Aug 26, one performance Sat, Aug 27, at Trinity Community Church, 5010 Parallel Pkwy, Kansas City, KS.
Schmitt Music Center, Rosana Square,, 7316 W 119th St, (913) 220-8744, mid-lifeplayers@hotmail.com,

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June 28, 2016

Call for 2017 Season Directors - Deadline is Thursday at midnight!

THE BARN PLAYERS 2017 SEASON

The Barn Players are seeking…
Directors
For
Our 62nd season of plays and musicals

PROCESS:
Submit a letter of application to The Barn Players, along
with your resume. Please indicate your choice of show in
the application letter, include your vision for the production
and your reasons for applying for that particular show. In
addition, please include a second show that you would like
us to consider during the interview process.

An interview will then be scheduled with the Artistic
Director, the Assistant Artistic Director and one other
members of The Barn board of directors

DEADLINE TO APPLY: June 30th, 2016

INTERVIEWS: Will be scheduled from July 5th – July 20th,
by appointment only.

Directors will be announced following the August 13th
board meeting.


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

When Brooklyn record store owner Rob finds himself
unexpectedly dumped, his life takes a music-filled turn
toward the introspective. Based on the popular novel by
Nick Hornby, High Fidelity follows Rob as he struggles to
discover how his relationship went awry, and strives to
change his life in order to win back his sweetheart Laura.
With memorable characters and a rock-and-roll score, this
homage to music geek culture explores love, heartbreak,
and the power of the perfect soundtrack.



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

Set in a 1930's European perfumery, we meet shop clerks
Amalia and Georg, who more often than not, don't see eye
to eye. After both respond to a "lonely hearts
advertisement" in the newspaper, they now live for the love
letters they exchange, but the identity of their admirers
remains unknown. Discover with Amalia and Georg the
identity of their true loves and all the twists and turns along
the way! - See more at:



RUMORS
By Neil Simon

June 2 – June 18
Industry Night: June 12th
RATED R

At a large, tastefully appointed Sneden's Landing
townhouse, the Deputy Mayor of New York has just shot
himself. Though only a flesh wound, four couples are about
to experience a severe attack of Farce. Gathering for their
tenth wedding anniversary, the host lies bleeding in the
other room and his wife is nowhere in sight. His lawyer, Ken
and wife Chris must get "the story" straight before the other
guests arrive. As the confusions and mis-communications
mount, the evening spins off into classic farcical hilarity.



THE CRUCIBLE
By Arthur Miller

July 14 - 30
Industry Night: July 24th
RATED PG

The story focuses upon a young farmer, his wife, and a
young servant-girl who maliciously causes the wife's arrest
for witchcraft. The farmer brings the girl to court to admit
the lie—and it is here that the monstrous course of bigotry
and deceit is terrifyingly depicted. The farmer, instead of
saving his wife, finds himself also accused of witchcraft and
ultimately condemned with a host of others.



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

When disco diva, Deloris Van Cartier, witnesses a murder,
she is put in protective custody in the one place the cops
are sure she won't be a found: a convent! Disguised as a
nun, she finds herself at odds with both the rigid lifestyle
and uptight Mother Superior. Using her unique disco moves
and singing talent to inspire the choir, Deloris breathes new
life into the church and community but, in doing so, blows
her cover. Soon, the gang is giving chase, only to find them
up against Deloris and the power of her newly found
sisterhood.


To submit an application or for more information, please
contact Eric Magnus, Artistic Director of The Barn Players
at emagnitude@me.com



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June 24, 2016

Stackers, a KCFringe Play

Martha Lafite Thompson Nature Sanctuary

KC Fringe
Stackers by Steve Karol: Jul 23-30: 8 pm Tue; 3 pm Sun; 6:30 pm, 9:30 pm Sat
Stackers is about a middle aged Architect who was laid off from his job. To survive, he takes a low wage, hard labor position at a distribution warehouse.
It deals with prejudice and modern day life in America. The main character's life lesson is learned when he finds out about a Ferguson like incident that happened to a coworker's brother.
In all it's outrageousness and hilarity, we are also brought down to reality in this fun filled production. Directed by Jan Frantz.
10. Just Off Broadway Theatre, 3051 Central in Penn Valley Park, (816) 781-8598, skarolart@gmail.com, (Suitable for Everyone)

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SONDHEIM ON SONDHEIM opens tonight at The Barn...Three Performances Only!

The Barn Players present


SONDHEIM ON SONDHEIM
A benefit for The Barn Players

Music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim
Conceived and directed on Broadway by James Lapine
Inspired by a concept by David Kernan

Directed by Rick Bumgardner
Musical Direction by Roberta Wilkes
Assistant Direction by Shelly Stewart Banks
Stage Managed by Betsy Sexton
Lighting Design by Chuck Cline
Sound and Video Projections by Sean Leistico

June 24 - 26
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sunday at 2:00pm

STARRING
Vivian De Voe, Chuck Duer, Amy Erbe,
Dudley Hogue, Elizabeth Koehler, Delano Mendoza,
Mark Murphy & Alecia Stultz.


SYNOPSIS:
His story. His inspiration, His genius. The tapestry of
creativity that characterizes Stephen Sondheim remained
largely undiscussed, especially by the man himself, until the
creation of Sondheim On Sondheim. Ranging from the
beloved to the obscure, the carefully selected two-dozen
songs hang from a framework of in-depth video interviews
delving into Sondheim's personal life and artistic process.
Hailed as a "revelatory revue full of wonderful moments"
and a "funny, affectionate and revealing tribute to musical
theater's greatest living composer and lyricist," Sondheim
On Sondheim is an intimate portrait of the famed songwriter
in his own words... and music. Through the use of exclusive
interview footage, audiences get an inside look at famed
composer Stephen Sondheim's personal life and artistic
process.

SONDHEIM ON SONDHEIM is unwritten through the
courtesy of a generous donation by Bruce and Cecelia Baty.

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

Ticket pricing:
ALL SEATS: $25.00
Sip some wine while shopping for some amazing raffle
items including a Private Dinner Party for 12, a Fox and
Cashmere Cape from Alaskan Fur, a two-hour Closet Make-
over from Your Peaceful Space, Original Oil Paintings by
Missy McCoy, jewelry, gift cards and more! Raffle tickets are
$5 each or 12 for $50.


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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June 20, 2016

The Dinner Party

Emporia State Summer Theatre presents the 2nd
show of their 62nd season with "The Dinner
Party". Written by Neil Simon, this romantic
comedy involves six people invited to dine at a
fine Parisian restaurant, unaware of who the
other guests will be or why they were invited.

Tossed together in a private dining room, Andre
Bouville (Elliott Brest, Tonganoxie), Yvonne
Fouchet (Fran Opheim, Olathe), Gabrielle
Buonocelli (Paige Lundin, Valley Center),
Mariette Levieux (Lisa Tinker, Derby), Claude
Pichon (Mitchell Hoover, Oxford), and Albert
Donay (Logan Wohlford, Valley Center) all have
a sneaking suspicion that this unorthodox
dinner party will forever change their lives.
Frequently hilarious but also dangerously
serious, "The Dinner Party" is an invitation
you'll be glad to accept.

"The Dinner Party" is under the direction of
Bob Hart. Assisting with the production are
technical director Chris Lohkamp, scenographer
Rick Rassmussen, sound designer Andrew
McCutcheon (Gardner), production stage manager
Dustin Bittel (Ellis), and assistant stage
manager Rachel Muirhead (Hays).

"The Dinner Party" runs June 29th —July 2nd at
7:30 pm. All performances will be in the Karl
C. Bruder Theatre located at 1301 Market
Street. For tickets to this performance, visit
the Memorial Union Ticket Office or call 620-
341-6378. For media inquiries and more
information about the show season, contact Jim
Bartruff, Director of Theatre, at 620-341-5701
or jbartruf@emporia.edu.


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June 17, 2016

Call for 2017 Season Directors

THE BARN PLAYERS 2017 SEASON

The Barn Players are seeking…
Directors
For
Our 62nd season of plays and musicals

PROCESS:
Submit a letter of application to The Barn Players, along
with your resume. Please indicate your choice of show in
the application letter, include your vision for the production
and your reasons for applying for that particular show. In
addition, please include a second show that you would like
us to consider during the interview process.

An interview will then be scheduled with the Artistic
Director, the Assistant Artistic Director and one other
members of The Barn board of directors

DEADLINE TO APPLY: June 30th, 2016

INTERVIEWS: Will be scheduled from July 5th – July 20th,
by appointment only.

Directors will be announced following the August 13th
board meeting.


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

When Brooklyn record store owner Rob finds himself
unexpectedly dumped, his life takes a music-filled turn
toward the introspective. Based on the popular novel by
Nick Hornby, High Fidelity follows Rob as he struggles to
discover how his relationship went awry, and strives to
change his life in order to win back his sweetheart Laura.
With memorable characters and a rock-and-roll score, this
homage to music geek culture explores love, heartbreak,
and the power of the perfect soundtrack.



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

Set in a 1930's European perfumery, we meet shop clerks
Amalia and Georg, who more often than not, don't see eye
to eye. After both respond to a "lonely hearts
advertisement" in the newspaper, they now live for the love
letters they exchange, but the identity of their admirers
remains unknown. Discover with Amalia and Georg the
identity of their true loves and all the twists and turns along
the way! - See more at:



RUMORS
By Neil Simon

June 2 – June 18
Industry Night: June 12th
RATED R

At a large, tastefully appointed Sneden's Landing
townhouse, the Deputy Mayor of New York has just shot
himself. Though only a flesh wound, four couples are about
to experience a severe attack of Farce. Gathering for their
tenth wedding anniversary, the host lies bleeding in the
other room and his wife is nowhere in sight. His lawyer, Ken
and wife Chris must get "the story" straight before the other
guests arrive. As the confusions and mis-communications
mount, the evening spins off into classic farcical hilarity.



THE CRUCIBLE
By Arthur Miller

July 14 - 30
Industry Night: July 24th
RATED PG

The story focuses upon a young farmer, his wife, and a
young servant-girl who maliciously causes the wife's arrest
for witchcraft. The farmer brings the girl to court to admit
the lie—and it is here that the monstrous course of bigotry
and deceit is terrifyingly depicted. The farmer, instead of
saving his wife, finds himself also accused of witchcraft and
ultimately condemned with a host of others.



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

When disco diva, Deloris Van Cartier, witnesses a murder,
she is put in protective custody in the one place the cops
are sure she won't be a found: a convent! Disguised as a
nun, she finds herself at odds with both the rigid lifestyle
and uptight Mother Superior. Using her unique disco moves
and singing talent to inspire the choir, Deloris breathes new
life into the church and community but, in doing so, blows
her cover. Soon, the gang is giving chase, only to find them
up against Deloris and the power of her newly found
sisterhood.


To submit an application or for more information, please
contact Eric Magnus, Artistic Director of The Barn Players
at emagnitude@me.com



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SONDHEIM ON SONDHEIM next weekend at The Barn...three performances only!

The Barn Players present


SONDHEIM ON SONDHEIM
A benefit for The Barn Players

Music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim
Conceived and directed on Broadway by James Lapine
Inspired by a concept by David Kernan

Directed by Rick Bumgardner
Musical Direction by Roberta Wilkes
Assistant Direction by Shelly Stewart Banks
Stage Managed by Betsy Sexton
Lighting Design by Chuck Cline
Sound and Video Projections by Sean Leistico

June 24 - 26
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sunday at 2:00pm

STARRING
Vivian De Voe, Chuck Duer, Amy Erbe,
Dudley Hogue, Elizabeth Koehler, Delano Mendoza,
Mark Murphy & Alecia Stultz.


SYNOPSIS:
His story. His inspiration, His genius. The tapestry of
creativity that characterizes Stephen Sondheim remained
largely undiscussed, especially by the man himself, until the
creation of Sondheim On Sondheim. Ranging from the
beloved to the obscure, the carefully selected two-dozen
songs hang from a framework of in-depth video interviews
delving into Sondheim's personal life and artistic process.
Hailed as a "revelatory revue full of wonderful moments"
and a "funny, affectionate and revealing tribute to musical
theater's greatest living composer and lyricist," Sondheim
On Sondheim is an intimate portrait of the famed songwriter
in his own words... and music. Through the use of exclusive
interview footage, audiences get an inside look at famed
composer Stephen Sondheim's personal life and artistic
process.

SONDHEIM ON SONDHEIM is unwritten through the
courtesy of a generous donation by Bruce and Cecelia Baty.

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

Ticket pricing:
ALL SEATS: $25.00
Sip some wine while shopping for some amazing raffle
items including a Private Dinner Party for 12, a Fox and
Cashmere Cape from Alaskan Fur, a two-hour Closet Make-
over from Your Peaceful Space, Original Oil Paintings by
Missy McCoy, jewelry, gift cards and more! Raffle tickets are
$5 each or 12 for $50.


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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June 15, 2016

Summer Show on Track

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

Fire It Up!

Kansas City, Mo. (June 15, 2016) As the summer heats up, so does The Mystery Train with "Smokin' Hot Homicide" opening on June 24th. The interactive murder-mystery runs through August 13th, with performances on Friday and Saturday evenings at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, downtown Kansas City, Mo. Starring (l to r) Robert E. Coppage III, Khrystal Coppage, and Alexis L. Dupree as the Shady Characters that keep the train on track.

"Smokin' Hot Homicide", by Wendy Thompson – Old enemies find themselves on the same train to Kansas City in the summer of 1926. Tempers flare, arguments get heated and there is mention of stolen recipes. A smoldering rage ignites into murder! Is that barbecue sauce … or blood?

Having fun with Kansas City history for over ten years, The Mystery Train is presented as a live-action role-playing game. The evening begins at 6:30 pm by selecting an alias and ends when the Grand Master Gumshoe receives a trophy. Located at The Crowne Plaza Hotel, 1301 Wyandotte Street, Kansas City, Missouri on Friday and Saturday evenings. See the website for a complete schedule and menus.

Tickets are $69.00, including dinner, show, and gratuity. A cash bar is available. Advance reservations are needed and can be made by calling (816) 813-9654, or order online at www.kcmysterytrain.com. The Mystery Train is also available for private parties and group bookings.

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June 7, 2016

ESU Summer Theatre Presents: Coming to America

ESU SUMMER THEATRE PRESENTS JAMES HINDMAN AND
RAY RODERICK'S COMING TO AMERICA

Emporia State Summer Theatre opens its 62nd
season with Coming to America, a cross between
an old book musical and a musical revue telling
the true stories of five unknown Ellis Island-
American heroes who changed the face of this
country. This show features ragtime music,
sketch comedy and landmark composers of the
early 20th century, including Irving Berlin,
George Gershwin and George M. Cohan.

Celebrating the lives of immigrants who came
through Ellis Island from 1893 through 1916 in
search of the great American dream, Coming to
America presents a humorous picture of the
melting pot that was the American experience at
the turn of the century though the eyes of
Ambrose (Andrew Ralston, Topeka), Yankel
(Justin Tinker, Henderson, NV), Pedro (Tyler
Lang, Wichita), Pernilla (Rachel Muirhead,
Hays), and Kaitlin (Torin Horvik, Fargo, ND).
Mary (Aubrey Jenkins, Admire) also appears in
the production.

Coming to America is under the direction of Jim
Bartruff and Lindy Bartruff. Assisting with the
production are musical director Anna Ryan,
technical director Chris Lohkamp, scenographer
Rick Rasmussen, sound designer Andrew
McCutcheon (Garden City), assistant set
designer Dustin Bittel (Ellis), assistant
costume designer Courtney Romero (Kansas City),
production stage manager Lisa Tinker (Derby),
and assistant stage manager Jingyi Hua (Dalian,
China). Musicians include pianist Sue Seeman,
bassist Jacob Rankin, and percussionist Trevor
Landreth.

Coming to America runs June 15th —18th at 7:30
pm. All performances will be in the Karl C.
Bruder Theatre located at 1301 Market Street.
For tickets to this performance, visit the
Memorial Union Ticket Office or call 620-341-
6378. For media inquiries and more information
about the show season, contact Jim Bartruff,
Director of Theatre, at 620-341-5701 or
jbartruf@emporia.edu.


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June 6, 2016

Auditions continue

The Mystery Train
(Professional)


Smokin Hot Homicide by Wendy Thompson: Jun 8: 4 pm Wed
Old enemies find themselves together on the train to KC in the summer of 1926. Tempers flare, arguments get heated and there's mention of stolen recipes. A smoldering rage ignites into murder! Is that barbecue sauce, or blood? Directed by Wendy Thompson. Seeking African-American actors, two women and one man, ages 20s to 40s, for an interactive murder mystery. There is performance pay. Show opens June 24, closes Aug 13, with performances on Fri and Sat evenings in downtown KC. Auditions by appointment only. Call 816-813-9654
Broadway Church, 39th Terrace and Broadway, (816) 813-9654, thespiation@aol.com,

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SONDHEIM ON SONDHEIM is coming up this month at The Barn!

The Barn Players present


SONDHEIM ON SONDHEIM


Music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim
Conceived and directed on Broadway by James Lapine
Inspired by a concept by David Kernan

Directed by Rick Bumgardner
Musical Direction by Roberta Wilkes
Assistant Direction by Shelly Stewart Banks
Stage Managed by Betsy Sexton
Lighting Design by Chuck Cline
Sound and Video Projections by Sean Leistico

June 24 - 26
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sunday at 2:00pm

STARRING
Dennis Arnold, Vivian De Voe, Chuck Duer, Amy Erbe,
Dudley Hogue, Elizabeth Koehler, Delano Mendoza, Mark
Murphy, & Alecia Stultz.


SYNOPSIS:
His story. His inspiration, His genius. The tapestry of
creativity that characterizes Stephen Sondheim remained
largely undiscussed, especially by the man himself, until the
creation of Sondheim On Sondheim. Ranging from the
beloved to the obscure, the carefully selected two-dozen
songs hang from a framework of in-depth video interviews
delving into Sondheim's personal life and artistic process.
Hailed as a "revelatory revue full of wonderful moments"
and a "funny, affectionate and revealing tribute to musical
theater's greatest living composer and lyricist," Sondheim
On Sondheim is an intimate portrait of the famed songwriter
in his own words... and music. Through the use of exclusive
interview footage, audiences get an inside look at famed
composer Stephen Sondheim's personal life and artistic
process.

SONDHEIM ON SONDHEIM is unwritten through the
courtesy of a generous donation by Bruce and Cecelia Baty.

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

Ticket pricing:
ALL SEATS: $25.00
Sip some wine while shopping for some amazing raffle
items including a Private Dinner Party for 12, a Fox and
Cashmere Cape from Alaskan Fur, a two-hour Closet Make-
over from Your Peaceful Space, Original Oil Paintings by
Missy McCoy, jewelry, gift cards and more! Raffle tickets are
$5 each or 12 for $50.


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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THE GRADUATE...Industry Night...tonight at The Barn!

The Barn Players

INDUSTRY NIGHT!
Monday, June 6th, 2016

THE GRADUATE
The Barn has added an additional performance of our third
patron show of the 2016 season on Monday night, June 6th
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, June 6th!


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June 2, 2016

Second Saturday's at the Alcott

Alcott Arts Center


The 2016 Comic Book & Sports Art Exhibit at the Alcott: Jun 11-Jul 1: 6:30 pm Mon-Fri; 5:30 pm Sun; 6 pm Sat
June Second Saturday's at the Alcott will feature Premier Kansas City, Kansas Artists
Darryl Woods and Anthony Oropeza. The Artists will be showing off their talents with Super Heroes, Villains, Sports and more. The Galleries open at 6pm. For One-night only a Sports exhibit and Artist Reception with Q&A at 6:30pm with the Artists starting at 6:30pm. This is a Black Tie/Costume/Plain clothes event. The Alcott is NOT ADA Accessible, sorry for any inconvenience.
Alcott Arts Center Theatre, 180 S 18th St, (913) 233-2787, www.alcottartscenter.org

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Auditions for Dracula the Final Countdown

Alcott Arts Center
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Dracula the Final Countdown by Geoff Bramber: Auditions are Jun 4,5,11,12 from 5:30 to 9:00pm Sat-Sun
Jonathan Harker is sent to Transylvania to handle a property deal for Dr. Acula. On arrival, Harker realizes he's a victim of a misprint, but is charmed by his welcome failing to realize he has become something of a prisoner. His plight is made more acute by the attentions of the Brides of Dracula, a wild trio, who are up to no good. With help from Dracula's servant, Igoretta, Harker escapes and returns to England, where his fiancé finds herself in the company of a mysterious foreign gentleman. Directed by Caitlynn Davidson. Dracula: The Final Countdown is screaming fun and will be a biting good time for all those who dare to participate!,
We will need an enthusiastic and dedicated cast with ages ranging from 9 (3rd grade) to 18 (High School).
Prepared monologues, not exceeding 60-90 seconds in length are encouraged but not required.,
Auditions will consist of cold reading from the script alone and with other actors.
Resumes/Headshots are accepted but not required.
Alcott Arts Center Theatre, 180 S 18th St, (913) 233-2787, www.alcottartscenter.org

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June 1, 2016

Auditions for NICE WORK IF YOU CAN GET IT at The Barn this month!

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 continues this weekend 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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Call for 2017 Season Directors

THE BARN PLAYERS 2017 SEASON

The Barn Players are seeking…
Directors
For
Our 62nd season of plays and musicals

PROCESS:
Submit a letter of application to The Barn Players, along
with your resume. Please indicate your choice of show in
the application letter, include your vision for the production
and your reasons for applying for that particular show. In
addition, please include a second show that you would like
us to consider during the interview process.

An interview will then be scheduled with the Artistic
Director, the Assistant Artistic Director and one other
members of The Barn board of directors

DEADLINE TO APPLY: June 30th, 2016

INTERVIEWS: Will be scheduled from July 5th – July 20th,
by appointment only.

Directors will be announced following the August 13th
board meeting.


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

When Brooklyn record store owner Rob finds himself
unexpectedly dumped, his life takes a music-filled turn
toward the introspective. Based on the popular novel by
Nick Hornby, High Fidelity follows Rob as he struggles to
discover how his relationship went awry, and strives to
change his life in order to win back his sweetheart Laura.
With memorable characters and a rock-and-roll score, this
homage to music geek culture explores love, heartbreak,
and the power of the perfect soundtrack.



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

Set in a 1930's European perfumery, we meet shop clerks
Amalia and Georg, who more often than not, don't see eye
to eye. After both respond to a "lonely hearts
advertisement" in the newspaper, they now live for the love
letters they exchange, but the identity of their admirers
remains unknown. Discover with Amalia and Georg the
identity of their true loves and all the twists and turns along
the way! - See more at:



RUMORS
By Neil Simon

June 2 – June 18
Industry Night: June 12th
RATED R

At a large, tastefully appointed Sneden's Landing
townhouse, the Deputy Mayor of New York has just shot
himself. Though only a flesh wound, four couples are about
to experience a severe attack of Farce. Gathering for their
tenth wedding anniversary, the host lies bleeding in the
other room and his wife is nowhere in sight. His lawyer, Ken
and wife Chris must get "the story" straight before the other
guests arrive. As the confusions and mis-communications
mount, the evening spins off into classic farcical hilarity.



THE CRUCIBLE
By Arthur Miller

July 14 - 30
Industry Night: July 24th
RATED PG

The story focuses upon a young farmer, his wife, and a
young servant-girl who maliciously causes the wife's arrest
for witchcraft. The farmer brings the girl to court to admit
the lie—and it is here that the monstrous course of bigotry
and deceit is terrifyingly depicted. The farmer, instead of
saving his wife, finds himself also accused of witchcraft and
ultimately condemned with a host of others.



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

When disco diva, Deloris Van Cartier, witnesses a murder,
she is put in protective custody in the one place the cops
are sure she won't be a found: a convent! Disguised as a
nun, she finds herself at odds with both the rigid lifestyle
and uptight Mother Superior. Using her unique disco moves
and singing talent to inspire the choir, Deloris breathes new
life into the church and community but, in doing so, blows
her cover. Soon, the gang is giving chase, only to find them
up against Deloris and the power of her newly found
sisterhood.


To submit an application or for more information, please
contact Eric Magnus, Artistic Director of The Barn Players
at emagnitude@me.com



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