Mime for Everybody
This is an introductory class of Mime for actors, dancers, clowns, circus performers, flow artists and everyday life. We work with each student's purpose for learning mime. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned professional performer the instructor will draw from her background as a professional mime, clown, producer and rabid audience member to support your physical performance goals.
Warning: may lead to future performing opportunities and collaborations - or not - no pressure.
Happening at:
Vibe Tribe KC
5504 Troost Ave.,
Kansas City, Missouri 64110
$20 suggested donation at the door
(This workshop is partially funded by The Vibe Tribe KC.)
Instructor - Beth Byrd-Lonski,
Beth Has trained with Marcel Marceau,
Kari Margolis, Gregg Goldston, Kirsten Stephens, Stephen Chipps, Rick Wamer and many others.
She's created shows for The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, The Mid-America Shakespeare Festival, The Kansas City Renaissance Festival, The Mid-Continent Public Libraries and many others. She is the artistic director of Byrd Productions and administrates on-going Circus Skills and Clown Classes at the City in Motion School of Dance.
She produces monthly shows at the Uptown Arts Bar, every third Friday, and produces annual showcases of physical theater at The Just Off Broadway Theater.
She is currently a Charlotte Street Foundation Artist in Residence.
You can reach Beth at www.byrdproductions.org
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January 31, 2014
“A Modern Night at the Folly” 11th annual choreographers’ showcase
City in Motion Dance Theater presents
"A Modern Night at the Folly"
11th annual choreographers' showcase
8:00 p.m. Feb. 8th at The Folly Theater, 300 W. 12th St. KCMO 64105
This year's performance features 11 of the region's most talented choreographers. This one-of-a-kind event is Kansas City's only adjudicated showcase. This year's performance will feature the choreography of Muriel Cohan (Lawrence), Jane Gotch, Chadi El-Khoury, Dawn Karlovsky (St. Louis), Elaine Kimble-Peaks, Cathy Patterson (Lawrence), Kameron Saunders, Tiffany Sisemore, Patrick Suzeau (Lawrence), Paula Weber and Stephanie Whittler. Andrea Skowronek, co-artistic director and original company member of City in Motion, will be available for interviews. Performances will include themes of relationships, eating disorders, spirituality, and stereotypes in dance, gender and ethnicity.
Tickets for "A Modern Night at the Folly" can be reserved at by calling the Folly box office at 816.474.4444 or online at Follytheater.org. Tickets are $20 in advance, $15 for students and seniors and $25 at the door.
For more than 25 years, City in Motion has provided opportunities for local choreographers to present their work through the Choreographers' Showcase, the New Dance Series and Dance in the Park. "A Modern Night at the Folly" is a continuation of that tradition.
This event is partially funded by the Missouri Arts Council, the Neighborhood Tourist Development Fund, the Arts Council of Metropolitan Kansas City, United Missouri Bank and a grant from the Greater Kansas City Community Foundation.
Since 1985, City in Motion Dance Theatre has worked to promote modern dance in Kansas City. Its mission is to foster the development of high-quality contemporary dance programming and expand the dance audience in the Kansas City metropolitan region.
This 501c(3) nonprofit organization has utilized a three-pronged approach—a professional dance company; a dance school offering affordable classes for children, youth and adults; and contemporary dance programming and presentations—to achieve awareness and appreciation for modern dance. The organization is perhaps best known for its high-quality annual dance concerts at the Gem Theater, Folly Theater, Roanoke Park, H & R Block City Stage Theater at Union Station and other locations throughout the metropolitan area.
For more information about City in Motion and its events, call 816.561.2882 or visit its website at www.cityinmotion.org.
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Jan. 8, 2014
For immediate release
Contact: Crystal Robins, production director
816.686.8763, robins.crystal@gmail.com
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www.cityinmotion.org
City in Motion Dance Theater presents
"A Modern Night at the Folly"
11th annual choreographers' showcase
8 p.m., Feb. 8, 2014
The Folly Theater, 300 W. 12th St. KCMO 64105
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"A Modern Night at the Folly"
11th annual choreographers' showcase
8:00 p.m. Feb. 8th at The Folly Theater, 300 W. 12th St. KCMO 64105
This year's performance features 11 of the region's most talented choreographers. This one-of-a-kind event is Kansas City's only adjudicated showcase. This year's performance will feature the choreography of Muriel Cohan (Lawrence), Jane Gotch, Chadi El-Khoury, Dawn Karlovsky (St. Louis), Elaine Kimble-Peaks, Cathy Patterson (Lawrence), Kameron Saunders, Tiffany Sisemore, Patrick Suzeau (Lawrence), Paula Weber and Stephanie Whittler. Andrea Skowronek, co-artistic director and original company member of City in Motion, will be available for interviews. Performances will include themes of relationships, eating disorders, spirituality, and stereotypes in dance, gender and ethnicity.
Tickets for "A Modern Night at the Folly" can be reserved at by calling the Folly box office at 816.474.4444 or online at Follytheater.org. Tickets are $20 in advance, $15 for students and seniors and $25 at the door.
For more than 25 years, City in Motion has provided opportunities for local choreographers to present their work through the Choreographers' Showcase, the New Dance Series and Dance in the Park. "A Modern Night at the Folly" is a continuation of that tradition.
This event is partially funded by the Missouri Arts Council, the Neighborhood Tourist Development Fund, the Arts Council of Metropolitan Kansas City, United Missouri Bank and a grant from the Greater Kansas City Community Foundation.
Since 1985, City in Motion Dance Theatre has worked to promote modern dance in Kansas City. Its mission is to foster the development of high-quality contemporary dance programming and expand the dance audience in the Kansas City metropolitan region.
This 501c(3) nonprofit organization has utilized a three-pronged approach—a professional dance company; a dance school offering affordable classes for children, youth and adults; and contemporary dance programming and presentations—to achieve awareness and appreciation for modern dance. The organization is perhaps best known for its high-quality annual dance concerts at the Gem Theater, Folly Theater, Roanoke Park, H & R Block City Stage Theater at Union Station and other locations throughout the metropolitan area.
For more information about City in Motion and its events, call 816.561.2882 or visit its website at www.cityinmotion.org.
Find this event on FACEBOOK
Jan. 8, 2014
For immediate release
Contact: Crystal Robins, production director
816.686.8763, robins.crystal@gmail.com
Additional photos available
www.cityinmotion.org
City in Motion Dance Theater presents
"A Modern Night at the Folly"
11th annual choreographers' showcase
8 p.m., Feb. 8, 2014
The Folly Theater, 300 W. 12th St. KCMO 64105
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"Kickin' Mardi Gras "Old Skool:" It's Venetian Carnivale!"
Byrd Productions and The Kansas City Baroque Consortium
will once again collaborate for:
"Kickin' Mardi Gras "Old Skool:" It's Venetian Carnivale!"
featuring guests:
Commedia Duo - Patrick Rippeto and Beth Byrd-Lonski
Faux Pas de Deux - DaLene DePriest and Taylor Gass
Doll Wiggler - Kraig Kensiger
Musicians: Cory Scott Reames, G. Victor Penniman, Al Williams, Rob Foster
Singers: Josh Ryan, Jeff Hon, Heather Thornton,
Susi Matthews, Gabi Giron, Jamie Barker-Landes
An evening of ribald songs, puerile puppetry and naughty comedy
from 15-16th century Italy, celebrating Mardi Gras!
8:00, Friday, February 21
at the Uptown Arts Bar
Seating is extremely limited! Arrive early!
Tickets are $10 at the door
AND There will be some very nice raffle items as well!
www.byrdproductions.org
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will once again collaborate for:
"Kickin' Mardi Gras "Old Skool:" It's Venetian Carnivale!"
featuring guests:
Commedia Duo - Patrick Rippeto and Beth Byrd-Lonski
Faux Pas de Deux - DaLene DePriest and Taylor Gass
Doll Wiggler - Kraig Kensiger
Musicians: Cory Scott Reames, G. Victor Penniman, Al Williams, Rob Foster
Singers: Josh Ryan, Jeff Hon, Heather Thornton,
Susi Matthews, Gabi Giron, Jamie Barker-Landes
An evening of ribald songs, puerile puppetry and naughty comedy
from 15-16th century Italy, celebrating Mardi Gras!
8:00, Friday, February 21
at the Uptown Arts Bar
Seating is extremely limited! Arrive early!
Tickets are $10 at the door
AND There will be some very nice raffle items as well!
www.byrdproductions.org
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AUDITIONS for "Sing, Sing, Sing" - February 15
an a capella revue to debut at the Kansas City
Fringe Festival, July 17-27
Director: Paul E. Orwick
Musical Director: Anthony Edwards
Choreographer: Christopher Barksdale-Burns
Auditions: February 15, Saturday from 2pm-5pm.
Seeking Equity and non-Equity performers. Please
prepare two contrasting songs showing versatility
in style, 32 bars each, to be sung without
accompaniment. Bring headshot and résumé.
Callbacks: Tuesday, Feb. 18
YOU MUST EMAIL OR CALL TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT:
dianebulan@gmail.com / 816.305.7187
LOCATION: All Souls Unitarian Church, 4501 Walnut,
KCMO
Sing, Sing, Sing - an a capella revue, is a
celebration of the human voice - is a variety of
song and music types sung entirely without
accompaniment. It will include pop, gospel, jazz,
liturgical and folk genres – songs like "Ode to
Billy Joe," "Eleanor Rigby," "In That Great
Gettin' Up Mornin'," "Your Move," and of course,
the title song, "Sing, Sing, Sing," done in the
style of Benny Goodman's big band.
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Fringe Festival, July 17-27
Director: Paul E. Orwick
Musical Director: Anthony Edwards
Choreographer: Christopher Barksdale-Burns
Auditions: February 15, Saturday from 2pm-5pm.
Seeking Equity and non-Equity performers. Please
prepare two contrasting songs showing versatility
in style, 32 bars each, to be sung without
accompaniment. Bring headshot and résumé.
Callbacks: Tuesday, Feb. 18
YOU MUST EMAIL OR CALL TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT:
dianebulan@gmail.com / 816.305.7187
LOCATION: All Souls Unitarian Church, 4501 Walnut,
KCMO
Sing, Sing, Sing - an a capella revue, is a
celebration of the human voice - is a variety of
song and music types sung entirely without
accompaniment. It will include pop, gospel, jazz,
liturgical and folk genres – songs like "Ode to
Billy Joe," "Eleanor Rigby," "In That Great
Gettin' Up Mornin'," "Your Move," and of course,
the title song, "Sing, Sing, Sing," done in the
style of Benny Goodman's big band.
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BLOODY BLOODY ANDREW JACKSON rocks The Barn beginning February 28th!
The Barn presents…
BLOODY BLOODY ANDREW JACKSON
Music & Lyrics by Michael Friedman
Book by Alex Timbers
Directed & Choreographed by Guy Gardner
Musical Direction by James Levy
Stage Managed by Rebekah Grieb
Set Design by Brad Moore
Assistant Set Design by Cassie Woollheater
Lighting Design by J. Patrick Inlow
Costume Design by Fran Kapono
Assistant Lighting Design by Zack Peck
Assistant Choreography by Katie Pugh
Assistant Stage Management by Kaci Forsythe
Sound Design by Matt Guilfoyle
Production Assistance by Phil Kuzila
Props by Meghan Newman
Pit Conductor & Percussion by Blake Vignery
Featuring Roberta Wilkes (keyboard), Frank Anneccheni (bass) & Bill Wood (guitar)
February 28 – March 16, 2016
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sunday at 2:00pm
STARRING
Matt Pierce, Beth Benedict & Fran Kapono
FEATURING
Kristen Altoro, Wil Andrews-Weiss, Sarah Bodle, Andrew Brown, TJ Chaffin, Anne Haines,
Gabe Lasley, Jake Leet, Katie Pugh,
Brian Shortess, Tracy Van Unen, James Wearing
& Alyssa Winters
SYNOPSIS:
BLOODY BLOODY ANDREW JACKSON creators Michael Friedman and Alex Timbers cook up an alternate universe (and draw parallels to today's political/populist landscape) with their musical about the seventh U.S. president, reinvented as an "emo" rock star. BLOODY BLOODY ANDREW JACKSON tells the story of America's first political maverick. A.J. kicked British butt, shafted the Indians and smacked down the Spaniards all in the name of these United States--who cares if he didn't have permission? An exhilarating and white-knuckled look at one of our nation's founding rock stars, BLOODY BLOODY ANDREW JACKSON recreates and reinvents the life of "Old Hickory," from his humble beginnings on the Tennessee frontier to his days as Commander-in-Chief. It also asks the question…"Is wanting to have a beer with someone reason enough to elect him?" and "What if he's really, really hot?"
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
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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BLOODY BLOODY ANDREW JACKSON
Music & Lyrics by Michael Friedman
Book by Alex Timbers
Directed & Choreographed by Guy Gardner
Musical Direction by James Levy
Stage Managed by Rebekah Grieb
Set Design by Brad Moore
Assistant Set Design by Cassie Woollheater
Lighting Design by J. Patrick Inlow
Costume Design by Fran Kapono
Assistant Lighting Design by Zack Peck
Assistant Choreography by Katie Pugh
Assistant Stage Management by Kaci Forsythe
Sound Design by Matt Guilfoyle
Production Assistance by Phil Kuzila
Props by Meghan Newman
Pit Conductor & Percussion by Blake Vignery
Featuring Roberta Wilkes (keyboard), Frank Anneccheni (bass) & Bill Wood (guitar)
February 28 – March 16, 2016
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sunday at 2:00pm
STARRING
Matt Pierce, Beth Benedict & Fran Kapono
FEATURING
Kristen Altoro, Wil Andrews-Weiss, Sarah Bodle, Andrew Brown, TJ Chaffin, Anne Haines,
Gabe Lasley, Jake Leet, Katie Pugh,
Brian Shortess, Tracy Van Unen, James Wearing
& Alyssa Winters
SYNOPSIS:
BLOODY BLOODY ANDREW JACKSON creators Michael Friedman and Alex Timbers cook up an alternate universe (and draw parallels to today's political/populist landscape) with their musical about the seventh U.S. president, reinvented as an "emo" rock star. BLOODY BLOODY ANDREW JACKSON tells the story of America's first political maverick. A.J. kicked British butt, shafted the Indians and smacked down the Spaniards all in the name of these United States--who cares if he didn't have permission? An exhilarating and white-knuckled look at one of our nation's founding rock stars, BLOODY BLOODY ANDREW JACKSON recreates and reinvents the life of "Old Hickory," from his humble beginnings on the Tennessee frontier to his days as Commander-in-Chief. It also asks the question…"Is wanting to have a beer with someone reason enough to elect him?" and "What if he's really, really hot?"
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
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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January 30, 2014
Auditions for AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY are coming to The Barn in February!
PLEASE NOTE THE CHANGES IN AUDITION EXPECTATIONS.
AUDITIONS!
August:
Osage County
By Tracy Letts
Directed by Darren Sextro
OPEN CALL AUDITIONS:
Monday, February 10th from 6pm – 10pm
Callbacks by invitation only:
Saturday, February 15th from 10am – 2pm
At St. Pius School / 55th and Woodson, Mission, KS.
EXPECTATION and PREPARATION:
Prepare: Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script. Before the open call auditions, each auditioner should read the play and familiarize themselves with the materials for the primary role that interests her or him.
Bring: Resume and headshot. Bring all known conflicts from April 14 through the June production dates.
We anticipate 4-5 weeks of rehearsal plus one week of technical rehearsal for this production. The rehearsal period will be brisk and will require great preparedness from the cast. Actors cast should be willing to arrive at the first rehearsal with a very clear understanding of the dialogue, their roles, and a head start on memorization of lines.
Additional Notes: Cast members are required to assist with strike on June 15th, and cast members may be asked to assist with costume pieces.
PRODUCTION DATES:
May 30th – June 15th
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sundays at 2:00pm
All performances take place at
The Barn Players Theatre, 6219 Martway in Mission, KS
SYNOPSIS: A vanished father. A pill-popping mother. Three sisters harboring shady little secrets. When the large Weston family unexpectedly reunites after Dad disappears, their Oklahoman family homestead explodes in a maelstrom of repressed truths and unsettling secrets. Mix in Violet, the drugged-up, scathingly acidic matriarch, and you've got a major new play that unflinchingly—and uproariously—exposes the dark side of the Midwestern American family. Winner of the Tony Award for Best Play and the Pulitzer Prize.
CHARACTER BREAKDOWN
The complete cast includes speaking roles for seven women and six men.
VIOLET WESTON / Female 60 – 75 / Lead
Matriarch of the Weston family – Beverly's wife
BARBARA WESTON FORDHAM / Female 40 – 55 / Lead
Violet & Beverly's oldest daughter
IVY WESTON / Female 38 – 52 / Lead
Violet & Beverly's middle daughter
KAREN WESTON / Female 35 - 50 / Lead
Violet & Beverly's youngest daughter
JOHNNA MONEVATA / Female 26 – 35 / Supporting (Native American)
Housekeeper
BILL FORDHAM / Male 45 – 54 / Supporting
Barbara's husband
JEAN FORDHAM / Female 13 – 18 / Supporting
Barbara & Bill's daughter
STEVE HEIDEBRECHT / Male 41 – 50 / Supporting
Karen's fiancé
MATTIE FAE AIKEN / Female 60 – 75 / Supporting
Violet's sister
CHARLIE AIKEN / Male 65 – 80 / Supporting
Mattie Fae's husband
LITTLE CHARLES / Male 37 – 48 / Supporting
Mattie Fae & Charlie's son
SHERIFF DEON GILBEAU / Male 40 – 55 / Cameo
The town sheriff, who investigates Beverly's disappearance
NOTE: The following role has been pre-cast with a guest artist… BEVERLY WESTON / Male 65 – 80 / Featured Violet's husband
ACCENTS! Most characters in this story either live in or are from northern Oklahoma and should speak with an appropriate dialect. (You can find help at dialectsarchive.com.) If you feel more comfortable auditioning without an accent, that's fine, but you will need to learn an accent if you are cast.
For more information, please contact director Darren Sextro at darrendseb@gmail.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!
August:
Osage County
By Tracy Letts
Directed by Darren Sextro
OPEN CALL AUDITIONS:
Monday, February 10th from 6pm – 10pm
Callbacks by invitation only:
Saturday, February 15th from 10am – 2pm
At St. Pius School / 55th and Woodson, Mission, KS.
EXPECTATION and PREPARATION:
Prepare: Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script. Before the open call auditions, each auditioner should read the play and familiarize themselves with the materials for the primary role that interests her or him.
Bring: Resume and headshot. Bring all known conflicts from April 14 through the June production dates.
We anticipate 4-5 weeks of rehearsal plus one week of technical rehearsal for this production. The rehearsal period will be brisk and will require great preparedness from the cast. Actors cast should be willing to arrive at the first rehearsal with a very clear understanding of the dialogue, their roles, and a head start on memorization of lines.
Additional Notes: Cast members are required to assist with strike on June 15th, and cast members may be asked to assist with costume pieces.
PRODUCTION DATES:
May 30th – June 15th
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sundays at 2:00pm
All performances take place at
The Barn Players Theatre, 6219 Martway in Mission, KS
SYNOPSIS: A vanished father. A pill-popping mother. Three sisters harboring shady little secrets. When the large Weston family unexpectedly reunites after Dad disappears, their Oklahoman family homestead explodes in a maelstrom of repressed truths and unsettling secrets. Mix in Violet, the drugged-up, scathingly acidic matriarch, and you've got a major new play that unflinchingly—and uproariously—exposes the dark side of the Midwestern American family. Winner of the Tony Award for Best Play and the Pulitzer Prize.
CHARACTER BREAKDOWN
The complete cast includes speaking roles for seven women and six men.
VIOLET WESTON / Female 60 – 75 / Lead
Matriarch of the Weston family – Beverly's wife
BARBARA WESTON FORDHAM / Female 40 – 55 / Lead
Violet & Beverly's oldest daughter
IVY WESTON / Female 38 – 52 / Lead
Violet & Beverly's middle daughter
KAREN WESTON / Female 35 - 50 / Lead
Violet & Beverly's youngest daughter
JOHNNA MONEVATA / Female 26 – 35 / Supporting (Native American)
Housekeeper
BILL FORDHAM / Male 45 – 54 / Supporting
Barbara's husband
JEAN FORDHAM / Female 13 – 18 / Supporting
Barbara & Bill's daughter
STEVE HEIDEBRECHT / Male 41 – 50 / Supporting
Karen's fiancé
MATTIE FAE AIKEN / Female 60 – 75 / Supporting
Violet's sister
CHARLIE AIKEN / Male 65 – 80 / Supporting
Mattie Fae's husband
LITTLE CHARLES / Male 37 – 48 / Supporting
Mattie Fae & Charlie's son
SHERIFF DEON GILBEAU / Male 40 – 55 / Cameo
The town sheriff, who investigates Beverly's disappearance
NOTE: The following role has been pre-cast with a guest artist… BEVERLY WESTON / Male 65 – 80 / Featured Violet's husband
ACCENTS! Most characters in this story either live in or are from northern Oklahoma and should speak with an appropriate dialect. (You can find help at dialectsarchive.com.) If you feel more comfortable auditioning without an accent, that's fine, but you will need to learn an accent if you are cast.
For more information, please contact director Darren Sextro at darrendseb@gmail.com.
The Barn Players embraces diversity in all aspects of our organization. Non-traditional and equal-opportunity casting is encouraged.
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January 29, 2014
LITTLE WOMEN THE MUSICAL at OCTA
Olathe Civic Theatre Assn presents…
LITTLE WOMEN THE MUSICAL
Music by Jason Howland
Lyrics by Mindi Dickstein
Book by Allan Knee
Directed by Julie Ewing
Music Direction by Robyn Hartfield
PRODUCTION DATES:
February 21, 22, 23, 28, March 1, 2, 7, 8, 9, 2014
Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00pm
Sundays at 2:00pm
All performances take place at:
Olathe Civic Theatre Assn
500 E Loula
Olathe, KS 66061
CAST:
JO MARCH – Cara Hampton
MARMEE MARCH/HAG – Valerie Dykes
MEG MARCH/CLARISSA – Alisha Garnier
AMY MARCH/TROLL – Maggie Marx
BETH MARCH/RODRIGO 2 – Emma Cook
AUNT MARCH/MRS KIRK – Vicky DeLaughder
PROFESSOR BHAER – Graham Fairleigh
LAURIE LAWRENCE/RODRIGO – Steven James
MR BROOKE/BRAXTON – Matt Richardson
MR LAWRENCE/KNIGHT – Chip Buckner
PRODUCTION STAFF:
Director – Julie Ewing
Music Director – Robyn Hartfield
Stage Manager – Rita Marks
Asst Stage Manager – Erin Stamer
Choreographer – Jay Coombes
Accompanist – Susan Mitchell
Conductor – Tim Braselton
Light Designer – Chuck Cline
Set Design – Ken Schmidt
Costume Design – Julia Ras
Properties/Set Build – Cheryl & Rick Singers
Hair/Makeup – John Holland
Asst Hair/Costumes – Jessica Alcorn
SYNOPSIS:
"Based on Louisa May Alcott's own family experiences (and novel), LITTLE WOMEN-THE MUSICAL, follows the adventures of Jo, Meg, Beth and Amy March as they grow up in Civil War America. The beloved story of the March sisters is timeless and deals with issues as relevant today as when they were written. Now, this wonderful narrative has been brought to life as an exhilarating new musical filled with glorious music, dancing and heart. LITTLE WOMEN embodies the complete theatrical experience, guaranteeing a night filled with laughter, tears, and a lifting of the spirit. This powerful score soars with the sounds of personal discovery, heartache and hope -- the sounds of a young America finding its voice. In years to come, we are sure that hundreds of productions by schools and theatres throughout the world will make this stage adaptation of the American classic novel a classic musical theatre treasure in its own right." – MTI
For reservations see www.olathetheatre.org or call 913-782-2990.
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LITTLE WOMEN THE MUSICAL
Music by Jason Howland
Lyrics by Mindi Dickstein
Book by Allan Knee
Directed by Julie Ewing
Music Direction by Robyn Hartfield
PRODUCTION DATES:
February 21, 22, 23, 28, March 1, 2, 7, 8, 9, 2014
Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00pm
Sundays at 2:00pm
All performances take place at:
Olathe Civic Theatre Assn
500 E Loula
Olathe, KS 66061
CAST:
JO MARCH – Cara Hampton
MARMEE MARCH/HAG – Valerie Dykes
MEG MARCH/CLARISSA – Alisha Garnier
AMY MARCH/TROLL – Maggie Marx
BETH MARCH/RODRIGO 2 – Emma Cook
AUNT MARCH/MRS KIRK – Vicky DeLaughder
PROFESSOR BHAER – Graham Fairleigh
LAURIE LAWRENCE/RODRIGO – Steven James
MR BROOKE/BRAXTON – Matt Richardson
MR LAWRENCE/KNIGHT – Chip Buckner
PRODUCTION STAFF:
Director – Julie Ewing
Music Director – Robyn Hartfield
Stage Manager – Rita Marks
Asst Stage Manager – Erin Stamer
Choreographer – Jay Coombes
Accompanist – Susan Mitchell
Conductor – Tim Braselton
Light Designer – Chuck Cline
Set Design – Ken Schmidt
Costume Design – Julia Ras
Properties/Set Build – Cheryl & Rick Singers
Hair/Makeup – John Holland
Asst Hair/Costumes – Jessica Alcorn
SYNOPSIS:
"Based on Louisa May Alcott's own family experiences (and novel), LITTLE WOMEN-THE MUSICAL, follows the adventures of Jo, Meg, Beth and Amy March as they grow up in Civil War America. The beloved story of the March sisters is timeless and deals with issues as relevant today as when they were written. Now, this wonderful narrative has been brought to life as an exhilarating new musical filled with glorious music, dancing and heart. LITTLE WOMEN embodies the complete theatrical experience, guaranteeing a night filled with laughter, tears, and a lifting of the spirit. This powerful score soars with the sounds of personal discovery, heartache and hope -- the sounds of a young America finding its voice. In years to come, we are sure that hundreds of productions by schools and theatres throughout the world will make this stage adaptation of the American classic novel a classic musical theatre treasure in its own right." – MTI
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LITTLE WOMEN THE MUSICAL at OCTA
Olathe Civic Theatre Assn presents…
LITTLE WOMEN THE MUSICAL
Music by Jason Howland
Lyrics by Mindi Dickstein
Book by Allan Knee
Directed by Julie Ewing
Music Direction by Robyn Hartfield
PRODUCTION DATES:
February 21, 22, 23, 28, March 1, 2, 7, 8, 9, 2014
Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00pm
Sundays at 2:00pm
All performances take place at:
Olathe Civic Theatre Assn
500 E Loula
Olathe, KS 66061
CAST:
JO MARCH – Cara Hampton
MARMEE MARCH/HAG – Valerie Dyles
MEG MARCH/CLARISSA – Alisha Garnier
AMY MARCH/TROLL – Maggie Marx
BETH MARCH/RODRIGO 2 – Emma Cook
AUNT MARCH/MRS KIRK – Vicky DeLaughder
PROFESSOR BHAER – Graham Fairleigh
LAURIE LAWRENCE/RODRIGO – Steven James
MR BROOKE/BRAXTON – Matt Richardson
MR LAWRENCE/KNIGHT – Chip Buckner
PRODUCTION STAFF:
Director – Julie Ewing
Music Director – Robyn Hartfield
Stage Manager – Rita Marks
Asst Stage Manager – Erin Stamer
Choreographer – Jay Coombes
Accompanist – Susan Mitchell
Conductor – Tim Braselton
Light Designer – Chuck Cline
Set Design – Ken Schmidt
Costume Design – Julia Ras
Properties/Set Build – Cheryl & Rick Singers
Hair/Makeup – John Holland
Asst Hair/Costumes – Jessica Alcorn
SYNOPSIS:
"Based on Louisa May Alcott's own family experiences (and novel), LITTLE WOMEN-THE MUSICAL, follows the adventures of Jo, Meg, Beth and Amy March as they grow up in Civil War America. The beloved story of the March sisters is timeless and deals with issues as relevant today as when they were written. Now, this wonderful narrative has been brought to life as an exhilarating new musical filled with glorious music, dancing and heart. LITTLE WOMEN embodies the complete theatrical experience, guaranteeing a night filled with laughter, tears, and a lifting of the spirit. This powerful score soars with the sounds of personal discovery, heartache and hope -- the sounds of a young America finding its voice. In years to come, we are sure that hundreds of productions by schools and theatres throughout the world will make this stage adaptation of the American classic novel a classic musical theatre treasure in its own right." – MTI
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LITTLE WOMEN THE MUSICAL
Music by Jason Howland
Lyrics by Mindi Dickstein
Book by Allan Knee
Directed by Julie Ewing
Music Direction by Robyn Hartfield
PRODUCTION DATES:
February 21, 22, 23, 28, March 1, 2, 7, 8, 9, 2014
Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00pm
Sundays at 2:00pm
All performances take place at:
Olathe Civic Theatre Assn
500 E Loula
Olathe, KS 66061
CAST:
JO MARCH – Cara Hampton
MARMEE MARCH/HAG – Valerie Dyles
MEG MARCH/CLARISSA – Alisha Garnier
AMY MARCH/TROLL – Maggie Marx
BETH MARCH/RODRIGO 2 – Emma Cook
AUNT MARCH/MRS KIRK – Vicky DeLaughder
PROFESSOR BHAER – Graham Fairleigh
LAURIE LAWRENCE/RODRIGO – Steven James
MR BROOKE/BRAXTON – Matt Richardson
MR LAWRENCE/KNIGHT – Chip Buckner
PRODUCTION STAFF:
Director – Julie Ewing
Music Director – Robyn Hartfield
Stage Manager – Rita Marks
Asst Stage Manager – Erin Stamer
Choreographer – Jay Coombes
Accompanist – Susan Mitchell
Conductor – Tim Braselton
Light Designer – Chuck Cline
Set Design – Ken Schmidt
Costume Design – Julia Ras
Properties/Set Build – Cheryl & Rick Singers
Hair/Makeup – John Holland
Asst Hair/Costumes – Jessica Alcorn
SYNOPSIS:
"Based on Louisa May Alcott's own family experiences (and novel), LITTLE WOMEN-THE MUSICAL, follows the adventures of Jo, Meg, Beth and Amy March as they grow up in Civil War America. The beloved story of the March sisters is timeless and deals with issues as relevant today as when they were written. Now, this wonderful narrative has been brought to life as an exhilarating new musical filled with glorious music, dancing and heart. LITTLE WOMEN embodies the complete theatrical experience, guaranteeing a night filled with laughter, tears, and a lifting of the spirit. This powerful score soars with the sounds of personal discovery, heartache and hope -- the sounds of a young America finding its voice. In years to come, we are sure that hundreds of productions by schools and theatres throughout the world will make this stage adaptation of the American classic novel a classic musical theatre treasure in its own right." – MTI
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Auditions for Andrew Lloyd Webber's CATS "in Concert"
Mid Life Players
(Community)
CATS "in Concert" by Andrew Lloyd Webber: Feb 17-24: 6 pm Mon
Based on the universally popular poetry of T.S. Eliot, CATS tells the story, in song and dance, of the annual gathering of Jellicle cats at which time one special cat is selected to ascend to the Heaviside layer. A true musical theatre phenomenon, CATS opened at London's New London Theatre on May 11, 1981 and ran for a record-setting 21 years. CATS's London success was nearly matched on Broadway where it ran at the Wintergarden Theatre for just over 18 years.
Directed by Dan Prather and Curt Knupp, Music Directed by Baker Purdon. Prepare 32 measures of Musical Theatre selection in style of show. (Not a song from "CATS") Bring sheet music in your key, accompanist will be provided. No A'cappella or singing with CDs. Bring a Resume and Headshot if you have them. Open to all 35 and older. Rehearsals will be Mon and Tues, beginning Mar 3. Rehearsal Location Kansas City, KS. 4 performances will be April 25 & 26, May 2 & 3 at the Alcott Arts Center, Kansas City, KS. Auditions at: Schmitt Music Center, 7316 W 119th St, Overland Park, KS (816) 916-6426
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CATS "in Concert" by Andrew Lloyd Webber: Feb 17-24: 6 pm Mon
Based on the universally popular poetry of T.S. Eliot, CATS tells the story, in song and dance, of the annual gathering of Jellicle cats at which time one special cat is selected to ascend to the Heaviside layer. A true musical theatre phenomenon, CATS opened at London's New London Theatre on May 11, 1981 and ran for a record-setting 21 years. CATS's London success was nearly matched on Broadway where it ran at the Wintergarden Theatre for just over 18 years.
Directed by Dan Prather and Curt Knupp, Music Directed by Baker Purdon. Prepare 32 measures of Musical Theatre selection in style of show. (Not a song from "CATS") Bring sheet music in your key, accompanist will be provided. No A'cappella or singing with CDs. Bring a Resume and Headshot if you have them. Open to all 35 and older. Rehearsals will be Mon and Tues, beginning Mar 3. Rehearsal Location Kansas City, KS. 4 performances will be April 25 & 26, May 2 & 3 at the Alcott Arts Center, Kansas City, KS. Auditions at: Schmitt Music Center, 7316 W 119th St, Overland Park, KS (816) 916-6426
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Auditions for "Hansel and Gretel" the Musical
Alcott Arts Center*
(Community)
"Hansel and Gretel" the Musical. Lyrics by Malcolm Brown Script and score by David Barrett: Feb 8-24: 1 pm Sat; 2 pm Sun; 6:30 pm Mon.
A musical play based on the well-known tale but the witch does not die in this version. The duration is around one hour. Hansel and Gretel are left in the forest by their parents, who are too poor to feed them. Lost, they stumble upon an old cottage, unaware that a witch lives there. Hansel is captured by the witch but happily a band of forest elves come to the rescue. Directed by Katya Mason Woolard.
YOUTH CASTING CALL:
Alcott Arts Center is proud to announce open auditions for our Spring show "Hansel and Gretel" a musical production for Youth ages 7-20. Auditions dates are February 8 (Saturday) 1-4 PM, February 16 (Sunday) 2-5 PM, and February 24 (Monday) 6:30-8:30 PM. Auditions will be held at the Grandview Baptist Church 2400 Grandview Blvd. Kansas City Kansas 66102 (an Alcott sponsor in the Alcott area of Kansas City, Kansas).
Rehearsals start in March.
Production dates at the Alcott are April 11,12,19,20 at 7pm and Matinees on April 13 & 20 at 3pm,
Bring a resume and head-shot if you have one. Be sure to bring any date conflicts that might arise with you.
Alcott Arts Center Theater, 180 S 18th St, (913) 233-2787, www.alcottartscenter.org
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"Hansel and Gretel" the Musical. Lyrics by Malcolm Brown Script and score by David Barrett: Feb 8-24: 1 pm Sat; 2 pm Sun; 6:30 pm Mon.
A musical play based on the well-known tale but the witch does not die in this version. The duration is around one hour. Hansel and Gretel are left in the forest by their parents, who are too poor to feed them. Lost, they stumble upon an old cottage, unaware that a witch lives there. Hansel is captured by the witch but happily a band of forest elves come to the rescue. Directed by Katya Mason Woolard.
YOUTH CASTING CALL:
Alcott Arts Center is proud to announce open auditions for our Spring show "Hansel and Gretel" a musical production for Youth ages 7-20. Auditions dates are February 8 (Saturday) 1-4 PM, February 16 (Sunday) 2-5 PM, and February 24 (Monday) 6:30-8:30 PM. Auditions will be held at the Grandview Baptist Church 2400 Grandview Blvd. Kansas City Kansas 66102 (an Alcott sponsor in the Alcott area of Kansas City, Kansas).
Rehearsals start in March.
Production dates at the Alcott are April 11,12,19,20 at 7pm and Matinees on April 13 & 20 at 3pm,
Bring a resume and head-shot if you have one. Be sure to bring any date conflicts that might arise with you.
Alcott Arts Center Theater, 180 S 18th St, (913) 233-2787, www.alcottartscenter.org
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January 28, 2014
Press Release-Late Winter Show
NEWS RELEASE
Contact: Wendy Thompson For Immediate Release
(816) 813-9654, direct
(816) 225-1018, cell
A Hare-Raising Homicide . . .
Kansas City, Mo. (January 28, 2014) . . . that may leave Mice Guys finishing last! The Mystery Train's wildly imaginative show, "Drawn to Murder", is back by popular demand and opens Februay 7th. The show runs through March 29th, on Friday and Saturday evenings in area restaurants. Starring (l to r) Seth Macchi, Emali Price, and Mary Gay Rogers as the very animated shady characters on this 'toon' train. It's murderous fun! If you enjoy playing detective, or can take a good boink on the head, get in the line-up!
"Drawn to Murder" is set in 1923 Kansas City, when Walt is fascinated with animation. The competition to be in Newman's Laugh O Grams is a funny business—so, why is no one laughing? Some crazy characters are running loose on the train and it's all fun and games until someone gets rubbed out! A cartoon conundrum that Disney couldn't have imagined!
An evening on The Mystery Train begins with role-playing at 6:30 pm, followed by a marvelous meal and an interactive mystery. Shows will be at The Golden Ox in downtown KC, except 2/22, 3/14 and 3/15 at Californos in Westport, and Valentine's Day and 2/21 at Finnigan's in NKC. Tickets are $69.00 per person. First Fridays are $10 off! Reservations are needed and can be made by calling (816) 813-9654, or The Central Ticket Office at 816-235-6222. Visit our website at www.kcmysterytrain.com for a complete schedule.
The Mystery Train is also available for private parties and group bookings, and makes a killer gift!
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Contact: Wendy Thompson For Immediate Release
(816) 813-9654, direct
(816) 225-1018, cell
A Hare-Raising Homicide . . .
Kansas City, Mo. (January 28, 2014) . . . that may leave Mice Guys finishing last! The Mystery Train's wildly imaginative show, "Drawn to Murder", is back by popular demand and opens Februay 7th. The show runs through March 29th, on Friday and Saturday evenings in area restaurants. Starring (l to r) Seth Macchi, Emali Price, and Mary Gay Rogers as the very animated shady characters on this 'toon' train. It's murderous fun! If you enjoy playing detective, or can take a good boink on the head, get in the line-up!
"Drawn to Murder" is set in 1923 Kansas City, when Walt is fascinated with animation. The competition to be in Newman's Laugh O Grams is a funny business—so, why is no one laughing? Some crazy characters are running loose on the train and it's all fun and games until someone gets rubbed out! A cartoon conundrum that Disney couldn't have imagined!
An evening on The Mystery Train begins with role-playing at 6:30 pm, followed by a marvelous meal and an interactive mystery. Shows will be at The Golden Ox in downtown KC, except 2/22, 3/14 and 3/15 at Californos in Westport, and Valentine's Day and 2/21 at Finnigan's in NKC. Tickets are $69.00 per person. First Fridays are $10 off! Reservations are needed and can be made by calling (816) 813-9654, or The Central Ticket Office at 816-235-6222. Visit our website at www.kcmysterytrain.com for a complete schedule.
The Mystery Train is also available for private parties and group bookings, and makes a killer gift!
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Auditions - THE 39 STEPS at OCTA
AUDITIONS!
THE 39 STEPS
by Patrick Barlow, John Buchan
Directed by Shelly Stewart Banks
AUDITIONS:
Saturday, January 25 from 1:00-5:00 pm
Saturday, February 1 from 1:00-5:00 pm
At Olathe Civic Theatre
500 E Loula, Olathe KS 66061
EXPECTATION and PREPARATION:
Auditioners should be familiar with the show. Cold readings from the script, which will include demonstrating the ability to portray a number of characters and accents.
Director is looking for a versatile cast of three men and one woman to play, collaborate, create, and explore. Improvisational comedy experience is a plus. Physically demanding roles (but don't let that scare you away!)
Please Provide:
Headshot/Resume (if available) and a list of conflicts between March 10, 2014 and May 11, 2014.
CALLBACKS:
Invited Callbacks, if needed, TBA
REHEARSAL:
Sunday-Thursday 7-10pm starting March 10, 2014.
PRODUCTION DATES:
April 25-27, May 2-4, May 9-11
Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00pm
Sundays at 2:00pm
All performances take place at:
Olathe Civic Theatre Assn
500 E Loula
Olathe, KS 66061
SYNOPSIS:
"Mix a Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy spy novel, add a dash of Monty Python and you have The 39 Steps, a fast-paced whodunit for anyone who loves the magic of theatre! This 2-time Tony® and Drama Desk Award-winning treat is packed with nonstop laughs, over 150 zany characters (played by a ridiculously talented cast of 4), an on-stage plane crash, handcuffs, missing fingers and some good old-fashioned romance!
"In The 39 Steps, a man with a boring life meets a woman with a thick accent who says she's a spy. When he takes her home, she is murdered. Soon, a mysterious organization called "The 39 Steps" is hot on the man's trail in a nationwide manhunt that climaxes in a death-defying finale! A riotous blend of virtuoso performances and wildly inventive stagecraft, The 39 Steps amounts to an unforgettable evening of pure pleasure! The 39 Steps, was Broadway's longest running comedy, and played its 500th performance on Broadway, May 19th, 2009!" – Samuel French
CAST BREAKDOWN:
Richard Hannay , 30-40s, leading man type, physically demanding role
Annabella/Pamela/Margaret, 20-40s, one woman plays all the love interests.
Clown/Man #1 – 20s-50s, multiple characters
Clown/Man #2 – 20s-50s, multiple characters
For more information, contact the director Shelly Stewart Banks at shellykc1222@gmail.com
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THE 39 STEPS
by Patrick Barlow, John Buchan
Directed by Shelly Stewart Banks
AUDITIONS:
Saturday, January 25 from 1:00-5:00 pm
Saturday, February 1 from 1:00-5:00 pm
At Olathe Civic Theatre
500 E Loula, Olathe KS 66061
EXPECTATION and PREPARATION:
Auditioners should be familiar with the show. Cold readings from the script, which will include demonstrating the ability to portray a number of characters and accents.
Director is looking for a versatile cast of three men and one woman to play, collaborate, create, and explore. Improvisational comedy experience is a plus. Physically demanding roles (but don't let that scare you away!)
Please Provide:
Headshot/Resume (if available) and a list of conflicts between March 10, 2014 and May 11, 2014.
CALLBACKS:
Invited Callbacks, if needed, TBA
REHEARSAL:
Sunday-Thursday 7-10pm starting March 10, 2014.
PRODUCTION DATES:
April 25-27, May 2-4, May 9-11
Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00pm
Sundays at 2:00pm
All performances take place at:
Olathe Civic Theatre Assn
500 E Loula
Olathe, KS 66061
SYNOPSIS:
"Mix a Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy spy novel, add a dash of Monty Python and you have The 39 Steps, a fast-paced whodunit for anyone who loves the magic of theatre! This 2-time Tony® and Drama Desk Award-winning treat is packed with nonstop laughs, over 150 zany characters (played by a ridiculously talented cast of 4), an on-stage plane crash, handcuffs, missing fingers and some good old-fashioned romance!
"In The 39 Steps, a man with a boring life meets a woman with a thick accent who says she's a spy. When he takes her home, she is murdered. Soon, a mysterious organization called "The 39 Steps" is hot on the man's trail in a nationwide manhunt that climaxes in a death-defying finale! A riotous blend of virtuoso performances and wildly inventive stagecraft, The 39 Steps amounts to an unforgettable evening of pure pleasure! The 39 Steps, was Broadway's longest running comedy, and played its 500th performance on Broadway, May 19th, 2009!" – Samuel French
CAST BREAKDOWN:
Richard Hannay , 30-40s, leading man type, physically demanding role
Annabella/Pamela/Margaret, 20-40s, one woman plays all the love interests.
Clown/Man #1 – 20s-50s, multiple characters
Clown/Man #2 – 20s-50s, multiple characters
For more information, contact the director Shelly Stewart Banks at shellykc1222@gmail.com
www.olathetheatre.org
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Press Release: FUGUE
Belton High School Theatre Department is proud to present a fascinating and entertaining new play by Lee Thuna titled FUGUE. This play will cast a dreamy, mysterious spell over the audience.
A woman is found wandering in Chicago, her feet blistered and bloodied. Doctors at the hospital where she is taken immediately recognize this as a symptom of the "fugue" state of amnesia, where the victim is literally running away from an intolerable memory. A young psychiatrist is assigned to her case. Clinic's rules allow him twenty-one days ("three lousy weeks") to work with her. If there is no improvement, she will be sent to a long term care facility. He is running away from his own demons - a mistake he made with a patient early in his practice which had a devastating effect on his life. Because the woman has no past and no future, she is in remarkably good spirits, chipper and carefree except when the young doctor starts to jog her memory. The closer he gets to piecing together the puzzle of her life and the terrible thing that made her want to forget everything, the stronger is her urge to run. But his fear is that if she remembers -- will he be repeating the mistake
he made? To muddle the waters, he is falling in love with his patient. This play is about loss. This story has unexpected twists and turns and the ending will leave you wanting more.
The cast of Fugue features: Jessica Dolan as Mary; James Keller as Danny; Matt Hollingsworth as Dr. Oleander; Leasa Lockard as Mom; Will Woods as Noel; Sarah McMillen as Kru; Caylee Gaston as Zelda; and Jaycee Wright as Tammy.
Fugue will proudly be performed on February 6th-8th at 7:00 pm and February 9th at 2:00 pm in the Belton High School Forum Theatre. Tickets are $5 for students and $7 for adults.
If you have any questions please contact Mrs. Babcock at tbabcock@bsd124.org. We hope to see you at our production.
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A woman is found wandering in Chicago, her feet blistered and bloodied. Doctors at the hospital where she is taken immediately recognize this as a symptom of the "fugue" state of amnesia, where the victim is literally running away from an intolerable memory. A young psychiatrist is assigned to her case. Clinic's rules allow him twenty-one days ("three lousy weeks") to work with her. If there is no improvement, she will be sent to a long term care facility. He is running away from his own demons - a mistake he made with a patient early in his practice which had a devastating effect on his life. Because the woman has no past and no future, she is in remarkably good spirits, chipper and carefree except when the young doctor starts to jog her memory. The closer he gets to piecing together the puzzle of her life and the terrible thing that made her want to forget everything, the stronger is her urge to run. But his fear is that if she remembers -- will he be repeating the mistake
he made? To muddle the waters, he is falling in love with his patient. This play is about loss. This story has unexpected twists and turns and the ending will leave you wanting more.
The cast of Fugue features: Jessica Dolan as Mary; James Keller as Danny; Matt Hollingsworth as Dr. Oleander; Leasa Lockard as Mom; Will Woods as Noel; Sarah McMillen as Kru; Caylee Gaston as Zelda; and Jaycee Wright as Tammy.
Fugue will proudly be performed on February 6th-8th at 7:00 pm and February 9th at 2:00 pm in the Belton High School Forum Theatre. Tickets are $5 for students and $7 for adults.
If you have any questions please contact Mrs. Babcock at tbabcock@bsd124.org. We hope to see you at our production.
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January 27, 2014
Nationally Acclaimed "UNDERGROUND" Returns to the Kauffman Center!
Storling Dance Theater Dance Company
and The Culture House present
UNDERGROUND at The Kauffman Center
Feb 7th & 8th at 7:30pm
After 7 years, UNDERGROUND is still "one
of the most vivid, heartfelt, & theatrically
astute pieces of dance theater ever to grace KC,"
(KC Star) & named one of the top 10 performances
of the decade!
"UNDERGROUND" is a visual tapestry based on true
stories of the Underground Railroad. It has been
hailed as a cultural gift & has been embraced by a
diverse audience - a perfect celebration of the
American spirit.
For information:
913.393.3141
www.storlingdance.com
www.inspirefreedom.info - NEW EVENTS THIS YEAR!
Tickets:
$75/$35/$20
Location:
Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts
1601 Broadway, Kansas City, MO
(Appropriate for all ages, but serious content
that may not be suitable for some small children.
Parent discretion.)
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and The Culture House present
UNDERGROUND at The Kauffman Center
Feb 7th & 8th at 7:30pm
After 7 years, UNDERGROUND is still "one
of the most vivid, heartfelt, & theatrically
astute pieces of dance theater ever to grace KC,"
(KC Star) & named one of the top 10 performances
of the decade!
"UNDERGROUND" is a visual tapestry based on true
stories of the Underground Railroad. It has been
hailed as a cultural gift & has been embraced by a
diverse audience - a perfect celebration of the
American spirit.
For information:
913.393.3141
www.storlingdance.com
www.inspirefreedom.info - NEW EVENTS THIS YEAR!
Tickets:
$75/$35/$20
Location:
Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts
1601 Broadway, Kansas City, MO
(Appropriate for all ages, but serious content
that may not be suitable for some small children.
Parent discretion.)
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January 25, 2014
CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED AWARD WINNING PRODUCTION NOW CASTING IN KC!!!
"MY FIRST LADY" is the true love story about our
president and first lady.
You may not be a fan of politics or voted for him
but this is a monumental show that WILL make
history!
It doesn't focus on politics, its an all American
great love story about how they met, fell in love,
and the events that almost caused their divorce.
This show will be independently filmed first in
front of a live studio audience then we're
producing a stage play for national tour and
partnering with 1 of THE biggest names in Hollywood
for the major motion picture movie!
Email your name, number, location, pictures,
skills, and interests to nipent@gmail.com for
submission.
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president and first lady.
You may not be a fan of politics or voted for him
but this is a monumental show that WILL make
history!
It doesn't focus on politics, its an all American
great love story about how they met, fell in love,
and the events that almost caused their divorce.
This show will be independently filmed first in
front of a live studio audience then we're
producing a stage play for national tour and
partnering with 1 of THE biggest names in Hollywood
for the major motion picture movie!
Email your name, number, location, pictures,
skills, and interests to nipent@gmail.com for
submission.
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CASTING ACTRESS TO PLAY MICHELLE OBAMA
Nu Image Pioneerz
(Professional)
"MY FIRST LADY" by Timothy John: Feb 1-28: 8 am
Sun-Sat
"MY FIRST LADY" is the true love story about our
president and first lady.
You may not be a fan of politics or voted for him
but
this is a monumental show that WILL make history!
It doesn't focus on politics, its an all American
great
love story about how they met, fell in love, and
the
events that almost caused their divorce.
Directed by Timothy John, Joyce Todd, Jeff
Haney. This show will be independently filmed
first in front ,
of a live studio audience then we're producing a
stage ,
play for national tour and partnering with 1 of
THE ,
biggest names in Hollywood for the major motion
picture ,
movie!,
,
Email your name, number, location, pictures,
skills,
and interests to nipent@gmail.com for submission.
Filmed on location, P. O. Box 9021, (913) 201-
6910, www.facebook.com/nipbrand
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(Professional)
"MY FIRST LADY" by Timothy John: Feb 1-28: 8 am
Sun-Sat
"MY FIRST LADY" is the true love story about our
president and first lady.
You may not be a fan of politics or voted for him
but
this is a monumental show that WILL make history!
It doesn't focus on politics, its an all American
great
love story about how they met, fell in love, and
the
events that almost caused their divorce.
Directed by Timothy John, Joyce Todd, Jeff
Haney. This show will be independently filmed
first in front ,
of a live studio audience then we're producing a
stage ,
play for national tour and partnering with 1 of
THE ,
biggest names in Hollywood for the major motion
picture ,
movie!,
,
Email your name, number, location, pictures,
skills,
and interests to nipent@gmail.com for submission.
Filmed on location, P. O. Box 9021, (913) 201-
6910, www.facebook.com/nipbrand
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January 24, 2014
Special Guests Bearded Men and Eric Chistensen Feb 1 at the Kick Comedy Theater
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact:
Tim Marks
Chief Improvisational Officer 913-486-6861
tim@kcimprov.com
Very Special Guests visit the Kick Comedy Theater February 1
The Bearded Men and Eric Christensen's "KC Up Late" come to KC
Kansas City, MO, January 23, 2014 — Minneapolis-based group,
The Bearded Men, will perform at the Kick Comedy Theater as part
of its "Beard by Beardwest" tour. The troupe of 6 men began their
journey on January 28th at the Huge Theater in Minneapolis. Kansas
City is stop number 3 on the improv group's tour that ends on
February 16th in Los Angeles.
The Bearded Men are known for their "Epic Adventures," improvised
stories created from an audience suggestion. They will perform at
8pm at the Kick Comedy Theater on February 1st, followed by the
KC Improv Company.
Eric Christensen of Up Late Productions continues the night of
special guests at 10pm with his show "KC Up Late." It will based on
Christensen's long-running late-night style show "STL Up Late,"
which includes live music, interviews with local guests, interactive
audience games, and comedy sketches. Up Late Productions puts on
the show Saturdays at ANNONYarts in Saint Louis.
For the KC translation of the show, Local rock group Cowboy Indian
Bear will perform, and Christensen will interview a representative
from Harvesters.
The KC Improv Company has over 14 years of specializing in both
long-form and short-form improvisational comedy. The group has
called the Kick Comedy Theater home for over two years. With
business partners Green Room Burgers and Beer and the Westport
Coffeehouse, the KC Improv Co strives to create a total food, drink,
and entertainment experience. Each Saturday brings a different type
of show, including the second Saturday's "Live in Front of a Studio
Audience" and third Saturday's competition show, "Underground
Throwdown."
Tickets for The Bearded Men and "KC Up Late" are $10, or $5 with a
college student ID.
www.kcimprov.com
www.facebook.com/kickcomedy/events
Kick Comedy Theater
4010 Pennsylvania Ave.
Kansas City, MO 64111
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Contact:
Tim Marks
Chief Improvisational Officer 913-486-6861
tim@kcimprov.com
Very Special Guests visit the Kick Comedy Theater February 1
The Bearded Men and Eric Christensen's "KC Up Late" come to KC
Kansas City, MO, January 23, 2014 — Minneapolis-based group,
The Bearded Men, will perform at the Kick Comedy Theater as part
of its "Beard by Beardwest" tour. The troupe of 6 men began their
journey on January 28th at the Huge Theater in Minneapolis. Kansas
City is stop number 3 on the improv group's tour that ends on
February 16th in Los Angeles.
The Bearded Men are known for their "Epic Adventures," improvised
stories created from an audience suggestion. They will perform at
8pm at the Kick Comedy Theater on February 1st, followed by the
KC Improv Company.
Eric Christensen of Up Late Productions continues the night of
special guests at 10pm with his show "KC Up Late." It will based on
Christensen's long-running late-night style show "STL Up Late,"
which includes live music, interviews with local guests, interactive
audience games, and comedy sketches. Up Late Productions puts on
the show Saturdays at ANNONYarts in Saint Louis.
For the KC translation of the show, Local rock group Cowboy Indian
Bear will perform, and Christensen will interview a representative
from Harvesters.
The KC Improv Company has over 14 years of specializing in both
long-form and short-form improvisational comedy. The group has
called the Kick Comedy Theater home for over two years. With
business partners Green Room Burgers and Beer and the Westport
Coffeehouse, the KC Improv Co strives to create a total food, drink,
and entertainment experience. Each Saturday brings a different type
of show, including the second Saturday's "Live in Front of a Studio
Audience" and third Saturday's competition show, "Underground
Throwdown."
Tickets for The Bearded Men and "KC Up Late" are $10, or $5 with a
college student ID.
www.kcimprov.com
www.facebook.com/kickcomedy/events
Kick Comedy Theater
4010 Pennsylvania Ave.
Kansas City, MO 64111
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January 23, 2014
Auditions for AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY are coming to The Barn in February!
PLEASE NOTE THE CHANGES IN AUDITION EXPECTATIONS.
AUDITIONS!
August:
Osage County
By Tracy Letts
Directed by Darren Sextro
OPEN CALL AUDITIONS:
Monday, February 10th from 6pm – 10pm
Callbacks by invitation only:
Saturday, February 15th from 10am – 2pm
At St. Pius School / 55th and Woodson, Mission, KS.
EXPECTATION and PREPARATION:
Prepare: Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script. Before the open call auditions, each auditioner should read the play and familiarize themselves with the materials for the primary role that interests her or him.
Bring: Resume and headshot. Bring all known conflicts from April 14 through the June production dates.
We anticipate 4-5 weeks of rehearsal plus one week of technical rehearsal for this production. The rehearsal period will be brisk and will require great preparedness from the cast. Actors cast should be willing to arrive at the first rehearsal with a very clear understanding of the dialogue, their roles, and a head start on memorization of lines.
Additional Notes: Cast members are required to assist with strike on June 15th, and cast members may be asked to assist with costume pieces.
PRODUCTION DATES:
May 30th – June 15th
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sundays at 2:00pm
All performances take place at
The Barn Players Theatre, 6219 Martway in Mission, KS
SYNOPSIS: A vanished father. A pill-popping mother. Three sisters harboring shady little secrets. When the large Weston family unexpectedly reunites after Dad disappears, their Oklahoman family homestead explodes in a maelstrom of repressed truths and unsettling secrets. Mix in Violet, the drugged-up, scathingly acidic matriarch, and you've got a major new play that unflinchingly—and uproariously—exposes the dark side of the Midwestern American family. Winner of the Tony Award for Best Play and the Pulitzer Prize.
CHARACTER BREAKDOWN
The complete cast includes speaking roles for seven women and six men.
VIOLET WESTON / Female 60 – 75 / Lead
Matriarch of the Weston family – Beverly's wife
BARBARA WESTON FORDHAM / Female 40 – 55 / Lead
Violet & Beverly's oldest daughter
IVY WESTON / Female 38 – 52 / Lead
Violet & Beverly's middle daughter
KAREN WESTON / Female 35 - 50 / Lead
Violet & Beverly's youngest daughter
JOHNNA MONEVATA / Female 26 – 35 / Supporting (Native American)
Housekeeper
BILL FORDHAM / Male 45 – 54 / Supporting
Barbara's husband
JEAN FORDHAM / Female 13 – 18 / Supporting
Barbara & Bill's daughter
STEVE HEIDEBRECHT / Male 41 – 50 / Supporting
Karen's fiancé
MATTIE FAE AIKEN / Female 60 – 75 / Supporting
Violet's sister
CHARLIE AIKEN / Male 65 – 80 / Supporting
Mattie Fae's husband
LITTLE CHARLES / Male 37 – 48 / Supporting
Mattie Fae & Charlie's son
SHERIFF DEON GILBEAU / Male 40 – 55 / Cameo
The town sheriff, who investigates Beverly's disappearance
NOTE: The following role has been pre-cast with a guest artist… BEVERLY WESTON / Male 65 – 80 / Featured Violet's husband
ACCENTS! Most characters in this story either live in or are from northern Oklahoma and should speak with an appropriate dialect. (You can find help at dialectsarchive.com.) If you feel more comfortable auditioning without an accent, that's fine, but you will need to learn an accent if you are cast.
For more information, please contact director Darren Sextro at darrendseb@gmail.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!
August:
Osage County
By Tracy Letts
Directed by Darren Sextro
OPEN CALL AUDITIONS:
Monday, February 10th from 6pm – 10pm
Callbacks by invitation only:
Saturday, February 15th from 10am – 2pm
At St. Pius School / 55th and Woodson, Mission, KS.
EXPECTATION and PREPARATION:
Prepare: Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script. Before the open call auditions, each auditioner should read the play and familiarize themselves with the materials for the primary role that interests her or him.
Bring: Resume and headshot. Bring all known conflicts from April 14 through the June production dates.
We anticipate 4-5 weeks of rehearsal plus one week of technical rehearsal for this production. The rehearsal period will be brisk and will require great preparedness from the cast. Actors cast should be willing to arrive at the first rehearsal with a very clear understanding of the dialogue, their roles, and a head start on memorization of lines.
Additional Notes: Cast members are required to assist with strike on June 15th, and cast members may be asked to assist with costume pieces.
PRODUCTION DATES:
May 30th – June 15th
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sundays at 2:00pm
All performances take place at
The Barn Players Theatre, 6219 Martway in Mission, KS
SYNOPSIS: A vanished father. A pill-popping mother. Three sisters harboring shady little secrets. When the large Weston family unexpectedly reunites after Dad disappears, their Oklahoman family homestead explodes in a maelstrom of repressed truths and unsettling secrets. Mix in Violet, the drugged-up, scathingly acidic matriarch, and you've got a major new play that unflinchingly—and uproariously—exposes the dark side of the Midwestern American family. Winner of the Tony Award for Best Play and the Pulitzer Prize.
CHARACTER BREAKDOWN
The complete cast includes speaking roles for seven women and six men.
VIOLET WESTON / Female 60 – 75 / Lead
Matriarch of the Weston family – Beverly's wife
BARBARA WESTON FORDHAM / Female 40 – 55 / Lead
Violet & Beverly's oldest daughter
IVY WESTON / Female 38 – 52 / Lead
Violet & Beverly's middle daughter
KAREN WESTON / Female 35 - 50 / Lead
Violet & Beverly's youngest daughter
JOHNNA MONEVATA / Female 26 – 35 / Supporting (Native American)
Housekeeper
BILL FORDHAM / Male 45 – 54 / Supporting
Barbara's husband
JEAN FORDHAM / Female 13 – 18 / Supporting
Barbara & Bill's daughter
STEVE HEIDEBRECHT / Male 41 – 50 / Supporting
Karen's fiancé
MATTIE FAE AIKEN / Female 60 – 75 / Supporting
Violet's sister
CHARLIE AIKEN / Male 65 – 80 / Supporting
Mattie Fae's husband
LITTLE CHARLES / Male 37 – 48 / Supporting
Mattie Fae & Charlie's son
SHERIFF DEON GILBEAU / Male 40 – 55 / Cameo
The town sheriff, who investigates Beverly's disappearance
NOTE: The following role has been pre-cast with a guest artist… BEVERLY WESTON / Male 65 – 80 / Featured Violet's husband
ACCENTS! Most characters in this story either live in or are from northern Oklahoma and should speak with an appropriate dialect. (You can find help at dialectsarchive.com.) If you feel more comfortable auditioning without an accent, that's fine, but you will need to learn an accent if you are cast.
For more information, please contact director Darren Sextro at darrendseb@gmail.com.
The Barn Players embraces diversity in all aspects of our organization. Non-traditional and equal-opportunity casting is encouraged.
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SHREK: THE MUSICAL - A Barn Junior production - Final Weekend!
The Barn presents the Barn Junior Production of…
SHREK
Based on the Oscar winning 2001 Dreamworks Animated Film
Music Jeanine Tesori
Lyrics & Book by David Lindsay-Abaire
Directed by Jason Coats
Musical Direction by Presten Fry
Choreographed by Guy Gardner
Stage Managed by Rebekah Grieb
Set & Light Design by Doug Schroeder
Costume Design by Ellen Rastofer
Sound Design by Sean Leistico
Props & Puppet Design by Cedwan Hooks
Assistant Stage Management by Emilie Christian
Assistant Set Build by Chris Palmer
January 17 – 26, 2014
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sunday at 2:00pm
STARRING
Alex Leondedis, Adam Segura, Veronica Wood & T. J. Wyatt
FEATURING
Lakin Allen, Caroline Blubaugh, Reena Burt, Ayrn Christian, Abigail Cottingham, Kate Danciger, Natalie Dixon, Treyson Gates-Smith, Kelsey Hassig, Alyssa Hoedl, Gavin Hoedl, Zoe Krowas, Amy Meiring, Erin Morgan, Maggie Mulligan, Paige Padgett, Max Pinson, Margo Roberts, Claire Segura, Mia Smith, Margaret Veglahn & Grace Wood
WITH
Shantha Burt, Prairie Cottrell, Mazey Heim, Eli Hoedl, Eddie Leopold, Julia Percy, Aurelia Power, Talie Scholz & Seneca Sims
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. SHREK THE MUSICAL is part romance, part twisted fairy tale and all irreverent fun for everyone!
All performances are at:
All performances are at:
The Barn Players Theatre, 6219 Martway, Mission, KS.
Ticket pricing:
ALL SEATS - $10.00
The box office opens one hour before curtain time.
Visit our website at www.thebarnplayers.org
WE ACCEPT CREDIT CARDS!
VISA, MASTERCARD & DISCOVER!
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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SHREK
Based on the Oscar winning 2001 Dreamworks Animated Film
Music Jeanine Tesori
Lyrics & Book by David Lindsay-Abaire
Directed by Jason Coats
Musical Direction by Presten Fry
Choreographed by Guy Gardner
Stage Managed by Rebekah Grieb
Set & Light Design by Doug Schroeder
Costume Design by Ellen Rastofer
Sound Design by Sean Leistico
Props & Puppet Design by Cedwan Hooks
Assistant Stage Management by Emilie Christian
Assistant Set Build by Chris Palmer
January 17 – 26, 2014
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sunday at 2:00pm
STARRING
Alex Leondedis, Adam Segura, Veronica Wood & T. J. Wyatt
FEATURING
Lakin Allen, Caroline Blubaugh, Reena Burt, Ayrn Christian, Abigail Cottingham, Kate Danciger, Natalie Dixon, Treyson Gates-Smith, Kelsey Hassig, Alyssa Hoedl, Gavin Hoedl, Zoe Krowas, Amy Meiring, Erin Morgan, Maggie Mulligan, Paige Padgett, Max Pinson, Margo Roberts, Claire Segura, Mia Smith, Margaret Veglahn & Grace Wood
WITH
Shantha Burt, Prairie Cottrell, Mazey Heim, Eli Hoedl, Eddie Leopold, Julia Percy, Aurelia Power, Talie Scholz & Seneca Sims
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. SHREK THE MUSICAL is part romance, part twisted fairy tale and all irreverent fun for everyone!
All performances are at:
All performances are at:
The Barn Players Theatre, 6219 Martway, Mission, KS.
Ticket pricing:
ALL SEATS - $10.00
The box office opens one hour before curtain time.
Visit our website at www.thebarnplayers.org
WE ACCEPT CREDIT CARDS!
VISA, MASTERCARD & DISCOVER!
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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January 22, 2014
Starlight Internships
STARLIGHT NOW ACCEPTING INTERNSHIP APPLICATIONS
Starlight Theatre is now accepting summer
internship applications for college students
interested in theatre and non-theatre related
careers. Interning at Starlight Theatre affords
students the unique opportunity to work closely
with professionals and contribute to the success
of Starlight's education programs, concert series
and Broadway season.
Through the Bob Rohlf Internship Program, 15 paid
positions are available in multiple areas:
Accounting, Education, Development, Horticulture,
Information Systems, Marketing (Concert and
Broadway musicals), Group Sales, Operations, Props
and Scenic Art, Technical Theatre, Production
Management and Stage Management. The length of the
internships varies by position but ranges from
five to 15 weeks. All positions require some
evening and weekend commitments.
Applications and job descriptions are listed at
www.kcstarlight.com. The deadline for application
is March 3.
Starlight Theatre, the oldest and largest
performing arts organization in Kansas City,
presents and produces Broadway musicals and
concerts, offers extensive community outreach and
educational programming including classes,
scholarships and Starlight's Blue Star Awards, one
of the largest high school musical theatre award
programs in the country.
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Starlight Theatre is now accepting summer
internship applications for college students
interested in theatre and non-theatre related
careers. Interning at Starlight Theatre affords
students the unique opportunity to work closely
with professionals and contribute to the success
of Starlight's education programs, concert series
and Broadway season.
Through the Bob Rohlf Internship Program, 15 paid
positions are available in multiple areas:
Accounting, Education, Development, Horticulture,
Information Systems, Marketing (Concert and
Broadway musicals), Group Sales, Operations, Props
and Scenic Art, Technical Theatre, Production
Management and Stage Management. The length of the
internships varies by position but ranges from
five to 15 weeks. All positions require some
evening and weekend commitments.
Applications and job descriptions are listed at
www.kcstarlight.com. The deadline for application
is March 3.
Starlight Theatre, the oldest and largest
performing arts organization in Kansas City,
presents and produces Broadway musicals and
concerts, offers extensive community outreach and
educational programming including classes,
scholarships and Starlight's Blue Star Awards, one
of the largest high school musical theatre award
programs in the country.
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January 21, 2014
Auditions - THE 39 STEPS at OCTA
AUDITIONS!
THE 39 STEPS
by Patrick Barlow, John Buchan
Directed by Shelly Stewart Banks
AUDITIONS:
Saturday, January 25 from 1:00-5:00 pm
Saturday, February 1 from 1:00-5:00 pm
At Olathe Civic Theatre
500 E Loula, Olathe KS 66061
EXPECTATION and PREPARATION:
Auditioners should be familiar with the show. Cold readings from the script, which will include demonstrating the ability to portray a number of characters and accents.
Director is looking for a versatile cast of three men and one woman to play, collaborate, create, and explore. Improvisational comedy experience is a plus. Physically demanding roles (but don't let that scare you away!)
Please Provide:
Headshot/Resume (if available) and a list of conflicts between March 10, 2014 and May 11, 2014.
CALLBACKS:
Invited Callbacks, if needed, TBA
REHEARSAL:
Sunday-Thursday 7-10pm starting March 10, 2014.
PRODUCTION DATES:
April 25-27, May 2-4, May 9-11
Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00pm
Sundays at 2:00pm
All performances take place at:
Olathe Civic Theatre Assn
500 E Loula
Olathe, KS 66061
SYNOPSIS:
"Mix a Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy spy novel, add a dash of Monty Python and you have The 39 Steps, a fast-paced whodunit for anyone who loves the magic of theatre! This 2-time Tony® and Drama Desk Award-winning treat is packed with nonstop laughs, over 150 zany characters (played by a ridiculously talented cast of 4), an on-stage plane crash, handcuffs, missing fingers and some good old-fashioned romance!
"In The 39 Steps, a man with a boring life meets a woman with a thick accent who says she's a spy. When he takes her home, she is murdered. Soon, a mysterious organization called "The 39 Steps" is hot on the man's trail in a nationwide manhunt that climaxes in a death-defying finale! A riotous blend of virtuoso performances and wildly inventive stagecraft, The 39 Steps amounts to an unforgettable evening of pure pleasure! The 39 Steps, was Broadway's longest running comedy, and played its 500th performance on Broadway, May 19th, 2009!" – Samuel French
CAST BREAKDOWN:
Richard Hannay , 30-40s, leading man type, physically demanding role
Annabella/Pamela/Margaret, 20-40s, one woman plays all the love interests.
Clown/Man #1 – 20s-50s, multiple characters
Clown/Man #2 – 20s-50s, multiple characters
For more information, contact the director Shelly Stewart Banks at shellykc1222@gmail.com
www.olathetheatre.org
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THE 39 STEPS
by Patrick Barlow, John Buchan
Directed by Shelly Stewart Banks
AUDITIONS:
Saturday, January 25 from 1:00-5:00 pm
Saturday, February 1 from 1:00-5:00 pm
At Olathe Civic Theatre
500 E Loula, Olathe KS 66061
EXPECTATION and PREPARATION:
Auditioners should be familiar with the show. Cold readings from the script, which will include demonstrating the ability to portray a number of characters and accents.
Director is looking for a versatile cast of three men and one woman to play, collaborate, create, and explore. Improvisational comedy experience is a plus. Physically demanding roles (but don't let that scare you away!)
Please Provide:
Headshot/Resume (if available) and a list of conflicts between March 10, 2014 and May 11, 2014.
CALLBACKS:
Invited Callbacks, if needed, TBA
REHEARSAL:
Sunday-Thursday 7-10pm starting March 10, 2014.
PRODUCTION DATES:
April 25-27, May 2-4, May 9-11
Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00pm
Sundays at 2:00pm
All performances take place at:
Olathe Civic Theatre Assn
500 E Loula
Olathe, KS 66061
SYNOPSIS:
"Mix a Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy spy novel, add a dash of Monty Python and you have The 39 Steps, a fast-paced whodunit for anyone who loves the magic of theatre! This 2-time Tony® and Drama Desk Award-winning treat is packed with nonstop laughs, over 150 zany characters (played by a ridiculously talented cast of 4), an on-stage plane crash, handcuffs, missing fingers and some good old-fashioned romance!
"In The 39 Steps, a man with a boring life meets a woman with a thick accent who says she's a spy. When he takes her home, she is murdered. Soon, a mysterious organization called "The 39 Steps" is hot on the man's trail in a nationwide manhunt that climaxes in a death-defying finale! A riotous blend of virtuoso performances and wildly inventive stagecraft, The 39 Steps amounts to an unforgettable evening of pure pleasure! The 39 Steps, was Broadway's longest running comedy, and played its 500th performance on Broadway, May 19th, 2009!" – Samuel French
CAST BREAKDOWN:
Richard Hannay , 30-40s, leading man type, physically demanding role
Annabella/Pamela/Margaret, 20-40s, one woman plays all the love interests.
Clown/Man #1 – 20s-50s, multiple characters
Clown/Man #2 – 20s-50s, multiple characters
For more information, contact the director Shelly Stewart Banks at shellykc1222@gmail.com
www.olathetheatre.org
Like us on Facebook
Follow us on Twitter @Olathetheatre
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January 20, 2014
Right Between the Ears On Ice!
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
For hi-res photos or interview requests, contact:
Darrell Brogdon
785 864 2248 (office)
785 691 7031 (cell)
darrell@rightbetweentheears.org
LAWRENCE, KS – With the Winter Olympics looming,
the award-winning sketch comedy show Right Between
the Ears joins the fun with "Right Between the
Ears On Ice" -- Saturday, February 15 at 8:00pm at
Lawrence's historic Liberty Hall.
Besides poking fun at the winter games, RBTE's
first live show of 2014 will also spoof the inner
life of Barack Obama, with guest appearances by
Richard Nixon, Ronald Reagan, George W. Bush,
Jimmy Carter and Bill Clinton. Controversial Duck
Dynasty star Phil Robertson drops in to talk gay
marriage on Fishing with Dwayne. Garrison Keillor
considers pot legalization…and gets high. The
show will also feature the usual mix of spoof
commercials, serial spoofs and celebrity take-
offs.
Tickets for Right Between the Ears are $15.50 -
$19.50 and on sale at the Liberty Hall box office,
Ticketmaster and at the RBTE website,
http://www.rightbetweentheears.com.
Right Between the Ears is a four-time winner of
the Gold Medal as Best Comedy Show at the New York
Festivals, and has been broadcast on Sirius-XM,
National Public Radio and BBC Radio 4. The show
also airs Sundays at 7:00pm on the stations of
Kansas Public Radio (91.5, Lawrence; 89.7,
Emporia; 91.3, Junction City; 99.5 Manhattan; and
90.3 Chanute). Cast members for the upcoming
performance include Rhiannon Birdsall, David
Greusel, Mary Ellen Kriegh, Tom Lancaster, Andi
Meyer, Kip Niven and Rick Tamblyn. Darrell
Brogdon is the show's creator and producer.
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Darrell Brogdon
785 864 2248 (office)
785 691 7031 (cell)
darrell@rightbetweentheears.org
LAWRENCE, KS – With the Winter Olympics looming,
the award-winning sketch comedy show Right Between
the Ears joins the fun with "Right Between the
Ears On Ice" -- Saturday, February 15 at 8:00pm at
Lawrence's historic Liberty Hall.
Besides poking fun at the winter games, RBTE's
first live show of 2014 will also spoof the inner
life of Barack Obama, with guest appearances by
Richard Nixon, Ronald Reagan, George W. Bush,
Jimmy Carter and Bill Clinton. Controversial Duck
Dynasty star Phil Robertson drops in to talk gay
marriage on Fishing with Dwayne. Garrison Keillor
considers pot legalization…and gets high. The
show will also feature the usual mix of spoof
commercials, serial spoofs and celebrity take-
offs.
Tickets for Right Between the Ears are $15.50 -
$19.50 and on sale at the Liberty Hall box office,
Ticketmaster and at the RBTE website,
http://www.rightbetweentheears.com.
Right Between the Ears is a four-time winner of
the Gold Medal as Best Comedy Show at the New York
Festivals, and has been broadcast on Sirius-XM,
National Public Radio and BBC Radio 4. The show
also airs Sundays at 7:00pm on the stations of
Kansas Public Radio (91.5, Lawrence; 89.7,
Emporia; 91.3, Junction City; 99.5 Manhattan; and
90.3 Chanute). Cast members for the upcoming
performance include Rhiannon Birdsall, David
Greusel, Mary Ellen Kriegh, Tom Lancaster, Andi
Meyer, Kip Niven and Rick Tamblyn. Darrell
Brogdon is the show's creator and producer.
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January 18, 2014
Mime for Everybody - a workshop sponsored by The Vibe Tribe KC
Mime for Everybody
This is an introductory class of Mime for actors, dancers, clowns, circus performers, flow artists and everyday life. We work with each student's purpose for learning mime. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned professional performer the instructor will draw from her background as a professional mime, clown, producer and rabid audience member to support your physical performance goals.
Warning: may lead to future performing opportunities and collaborations - or not - no pressure.
Happening at:
Vibe Tribe KC
5504 Troost Ave.,
Kansas City, Missouri 64110
$20 suggested donation at the door
(This workshop is partially funded by The Vibe Tribe KC.)
Instructor - Beth Byrd-Lonski,
Beth Has trained with Marcel Marceau,
Kari Margolis, Gregg Goldston, Kirsten Stephens, Stephen Chipps, Rick Wamer and many others.
She's created shows for The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, The Mid-America Shakespeare Festival, The Kansas City Renaissance Festival, The Mid-Continent Public Libraries and many others. She is the artistic director of Byrd Productions and administrates on-going Circus Skills and Clown Classes at the City in Motion School of Dance.
She produces monthly shows at the Uptown Arts Bar, every third Friday, and produces annual showcases of physical theater at The Just Off Broadway Theater.
She is currently a Charlotte Street Foundation Artist in Residence.
You can reach Beth at www.byrdproductions.org
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This is an introductory class of Mime for actors, dancers, clowns, circus performers, flow artists and everyday life. We work with each student's purpose for learning mime. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned professional performer the instructor will draw from her background as a professional mime, clown, producer and rabid audience member to support your physical performance goals.
Warning: may lead to future performing opportunities and collaborations - or not - no pressure.
Happening at:
Vibe Tribe KC
5504 Troost Ave.,
Kansas City, Missouri 64110
$20 suggested donation at the door
(This workshop is partially funded by The Vibe Tribe KC.)
Instructor - Beth Byrd-Lonski,
Beth Has trained with Marcel Marceau,
Kari Margolis, Gregg Goldston, Kirsten Stephens, Stephen Chipps, Rick Wamer and many others.
She's created shows for The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, The Mid-America Shakespeare Festival, The Kansas City Renaissance Festival, The Mid-Continent Public Libraries and many others. She is the artistic director of Byrd Productions and administrates on-going Circus Skills and Clown Classes at the City in Motion School of Dance.
She produces monthly shows at the Uptown Arts Bar, every third Friday, and produces annual showcases of physical theater at The Just Off Broadway Theater.
She is currently a Charlotte Street Foundation Artist in Residence.
You can reach Beth at www.byrdproductions.org
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January 17, 2014
“A Modern Night at the Folly” 11th annual choreographers’ showcase
City in Motion Dance Theater presents
"A Modern Night at the Folly"
11th annual choreographers' showcase
8:00 p.m. Feb. 8th at The Folly Theater, 300 W. 12th St. KCMO 64105
This year's performance features 11 of the region's most talented choreographers. This one-of-a-kind event is Kansas City's only adjudicated showcase. This year's performance will feature the choreography of Muriel Cohan (Lawrence), Jane Gotch, Chadi El-Khoury, Dawn Karlovsky (St. Louis), Elaine Kimble-Peaks, Cathy Patterson (Lawrence), Kameron Saunders, Tiffany Sisemore, Patrick Suzeau (Lawrence), Paula Weber and Stephanie Whittler. Andrea Skowronek, co-artistic director and original company member of City in Motion, will be available for interviews. Performances will include themes of relationships, eating disorders, spirituality, and stereotypes in dance, gender and ethnicity.
Tickets for "A Modern Night at the Folly" can be reserved at by calling the Folly box office at 816.474.4444 or online at Follytheater.org. Tickets are $20 in advance, $15 for students and seniors and $25 at the door.
For more than 25 years, City in Motion has provided opportunities for local choreographers to present their work through the Choreographers' Showcase, the New Dance Series and Dance in the Park. "A Modern Night at the Folly" is a continuation of that tradition.
This event is partially funded by the Missouri Arts Council, the Neighborhood Tourist Development Fund, the Arts Council of Metropolitan Kansas City, United Missouri Bank and a grant from the Greater Kansas City Community Foundation.
Since 1985, City in Motion Dance Theatre has worked to promote modern dance in Kansas City. Its mission is to foster the development of high-quality contemporary dance programming and expand the dance audience in the Kansas City metropolitan region.
This 501c(3) nonprofit organization has utilized a three-pronged approach—a professional dance company; a dance school offering affordable classes for children, youth and adults; and contemporary dance programming and presentations—to achieve awareness and appreciation for modern dance. The organization is perhaps best known for its high-quality annual dance concerts at the Gem Theater, Folly Theater, Roanoke Park, H & R Block City Stage Theater at Union Station and other locations throughout the metropolitan area.
For more information about City in Motion and its events, call 816.561.2882 or visit its website at www.cityinmotion.org.
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Jan. 8, 2014
For immediate release
Contact: Crystal Robins, production director
816.686.8763, robins.crystal@gmail.com
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www.cityinmotion.org
City in Motion Dance Theater presents
"A Modern Night at the Folly"
11th annual choreographers' showcase
8 p.m., Feb. 8, 2014
The Folly Theater, 300 W. 12th St. KCMO 64105
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"A Modern Night at the Folly"
11th annual choreographers' showcase
8:00 p.m. Feb. 8th at The Folly Theater, 300 W. 12th St. KCMO 64105
This year's performance features 11 of the region's most talented choreographers. This one-of-a-kind event is Kansas City's only adjudicated showcase. This year's performance will feature the choreography of Muriel Cohan (Lawrence), Jane Gotch, Chadi El-Khoury, Dawn Karlovsky (St. Louis), Elaine Kimble-Peaks, Cathy Patterson (Lawrence), Kameron Saunders, Tiffany Sisemore, Patrick Suzeau (Lawrence), Paula Weber and Stephanie Whittler. Andrea Skowronek, co-artistic director and original company member of City in Motion, will be available for interviews. Performances will include themes of relationships, eating disorders, spirituality, and stereotypes in dance, gender and ethnicity.
Tickets for "A Modern Night at the Folly" can be reserved at by calling the Folly box office at 816.474.4444 or online at Follytheater.org. Tickets are $20 in advance, $15 for students and seniors and $25 at the door.
For more than 25 years, City in Motion has provided opportunities for local choreographers to present their work through the Choreographers' Showcase, the New Dance Series and Dance in the Park. "A Modern Night at the Folly" is a continuation of that tradition.
This event is partially funded by the Missouri Arts Council, the Neighborhood Tourist Development Fund, the Arts Council of Metropolitan Kansas City, United Missouri Bank and a grant from the Greater Kansas City Community Foundation.
Since 1985, City in Motion Dance Theatre has worked to promote modern dance in Kansas City. Its mission is to foster the development of high-quality contemporary dance programming and expand the dance audience in the Kansas City metropolitan region.
This 501c(3) nonprofit organization has utilized a three-pronged approach—a professional dance company; a dance school offering affordable classes for children, youth and adults; and contemporary dance programming and presentations—to achieve awareness and appreciation for modern dance. The organization is perhaps best known for its high-quality annual dance concerts at the Gem Theater, Folly Theater, Roanoke Park, H & R Block City Stage Theater at Union Station and other locations throughout the metropolitan area.
For more information about City in Motion and its events, call 816.561.2882 or visit its website at www.cityinmotion.org.
Find this event on FACEBOOK
Jan. 8, 2014
For immediate release
Contact: Crystal Robins, production director
816.686.8763, robins.crystal@gmail.com
Additional photos available
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City in Motion Dance Theater presents
"A Modern Night at the Folly"
11th annual choreographers' showcase
8 p.m., Feb. 8, 2014
The Folly Theater, 300 W. 12th St. KCMO 64105
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City in Motion Announces NEW Session of Winter Classes
City in Motion Announces NEW Session of Classes
The 2014 Winter session of classes will begin on Jan. 20th.
The non-profit school of dance is host to the widest variety of adult dance classes in the city.
Beginning to advanced dancers can enjoy instruction in classical dance techniques
such as: ballet, tap, jazz and modern dance
as well as ethnic and folkloric dance forms, including: West Afrikan, Belly Dance, Indian Manipuri,
Flamenco, and World Dance Fusion.
Club and ballroom dance styles include: Hip Hop, Salsa, and East Coast Swing.
Various other classes are offered such as: Circus Skills and Clowning and Kung Fu.
Instructors at City in Motion are all professionals in their fields.
Performance opportunities are available to students who love the limelight.
City in Motion is also home to the Children's Dance Theater,
a professional track education program for dancers age 3-18 who are serious about dance.
The students work with professional choreographers and appear in several performance events through out the year.
City in Motion Dance Theater, Inc. is located at 3925 Main Street, KCMO, 64111 in Westport.
Information about classes and performance events can be found at www.cityinmotion.org. or by calling 816-561-2882.
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The 2014 Winter session of classes will begin on Jan. 20th.
The non-profit school of dance is host to the widest variety of adult dance classes in the city.
Beginning to advanced dancers can enjoy instruction in classical dance techniques
such as: ballet, tap, jazz and modern dance
as well as ethnic and folkloric dance forms, including: West Afrikan, Belly Dance, Indian Manipuri,
Flamenco, and World Dance Fusion.
Club and ballroom dance styles include: Hip Hop, Salsa, and East Coast Swing.
Various other classes are offered such as: Circus Skills and Clowning and Kung Fu.
Instructors at City in Motion are all professionals in their fields.
Performance opportunities are available to students who love the limelight.
City in Motion is also home to the Children's Dance Theater,
a professional track education program for dancers age 3-18 who are serious about dance.
The students work with professional choreographers and appear in several performance events through out the year.
City in Motion Dance Theater, Inc. is located at 3925 Main Street, KCMO, 64111 in Westport.
Information about classes and performance events can be found at www.cityinmotion.org. or by calling 816-561-2882.
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CIRCUs SkILLs & CLOwNING - Winter Session begins!
CIRCUs SkILLs & CLOwNING
LEVEL I: Find your circus passion.
Instructors are experts in various circus skills
slapstick, how to take a pie in the face, juggling, mime,
hula hoop, tumbling, character development,
makeup application and much more.
LEVEL II: Continue the journey of uncovering
your personal clown, don a red nose and study the techniques
of Frosty Little, Jaque Lecoq, Ettienne Decroix,
Giovannie Fusetti. Marcel Marceau and other masters.
Class is tailored to the needs of participants
as well as the availability of the professional instructors.
Lots of fun and inspirational improvisation guaranteed.
The Winter Session begins Jan 21st
Instructors: a variety of Kansas City's top
professional clowns, mimes and juggling artists including:
Beth Byrd, Heidi Van, Dennis Porter, Stephanie Roberts,
Jay & Leslie Cady, Hailey Lauren Jones, Brian Wendling,
Jason Divad, Patrick Rippeto, Sara Glass,
Terry Davolt and Kent & Kevin Mercer and Many More!
LEVEL I: Tuesdays , 8:00-9:00pm
LEVEL II: Wednesdays, 8:30 -9:30pm
City in Motion, 3925 Main
go to www.cityinmotion.org or call 816-561-2882
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LEVEL I: Find your circus passion.
Instructors are experts in various circus skills
slapstick, how to take a pie in the face, juggling, mime,
hula hoop, tumbling, character development,
makeup application and much more.
LEVEL II: Continue the journey of uncovering
your personal clown, don a red nose and study the techniques
of Frosty Little, Jaque Lecoq, Ettienne Decroix,
Giovannie Fusetti. Marcel Marceau and other masters.
Class is tailored to the needs of participants
as well as the availability of the professional instructors.
Lots of fun and inspirational improvisation guaranteed.
The Winter Session begins Jan 21st
Instructors: a variety of Kansas City's top
professional clowns, mimes and juggling artists including:
Beth Byrd, Heidi Van, Dennis Porter, Stephanie Roberts,
Jay & Leslie Cady, Hailey Lauren Jones, Brian Wendling,
Jason Divad, Patrick Rippeto, Sara Glass,
Terry Davolt and Kent & Kevin Mercer and Many More!
LEVEL I: Tuesdays , 8:00-9:00pm
LEVEL II: Wednesdays, 8:30 -9:30pm
City in Motion, 3925 Main
go to www.cityinmotion.org or call 816-561-2882
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"Kickin' Mardi Gras "Old Skool:" It's Venetian Carnivale!"
Byrd Productions and The Kansas City Baroque Consortium
will once again collaborate for:
"Kickin' Mardi Gras "Old Skool:" It's Venetian Carnivale!"
featuring guests:
Commedia Duo - Patrick Rippeto and Beth Byrd-Lonski
Faux Pas de Deux - DaLene DePriest and Taylor Gass
Puppeteer - Kraig Kensiger
Musicians: G. Victor Penniman, Al Williams, Rob Foster
Singers: Josh Ryan, Jeff Hon, Heather Thornton,
Susi Matthews, Gabi Giron, Jamie Barker-Landes
An evening of ribald songs, puerile puppetry and naughty comedy
from 15-16th centuryItaly, celebrating Mardi Gras!
8:00, Friday, February 21
at the Uptown Arts Bar
Seating is extremely limited! Arrive early!
Tickets are $10 at the door
AND There will be some very nice raffle items as well!
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will once again collaborate for:
"Kickin' Mardi Gras "Old Skool:" It's Venetian Carnivale!"
featuring guests:
Commedia Duo - Patrick Rippeto and Beth Byrd-Lonski
Faux Pas de Deux - DaLene DePriest and Taylor Gass
Puppeteer - Kraig Kensiger
Musicians: G. Victor Penniman, Al Williams, Rob Foster
Singers: Josh Ryan, Jeff Hon, Heather Thornton,
Susi Matthews, Gabi Giron, Jamie Barker-Landes
An evening of ribald songs, puerile puppetry and naughty comedy
from 15-16th centuryItaly, celebrating Mardi Gras!
8:00, Friday, February 21
at the Uptown Arts Bar
Seating is extremely limited! Arrive early!
Tickets are $10 at the door
AND There will be some very nice raffle items as well!
Find this event on FACEBOOK!
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Theatre performance
Paradise Playhouse Dinner Theatre
Whose Wives Are They Anyway? by Michael Parker: Jan 17-Feb 8: 6 pm Fri-Sat; 7 pm Thr; 12 pm Sun
The Cosmetics Company has been sold and its vice presidents have planned a golfing weekend. With their wives shopping, they check into the Country Club. They encounter their new boss and she insists on meeting the wives. So, they have to produce wives.
Everything goes wrong as they move in and out of bedrooms, changing from male to female. Hilarious chaos ensues when the hotel phone system goes on the blink, Tina has too much champagne, and the real wives arrive.
Directed by Leah Johnson. Featuring Mike Turpin, R. Cress Hewitt, Amanda Day, Martha Lyon, Greg Golden, Julie Alt, Kerri Brock, and Jill Camper.
$30.00 to $32.00. Paradise Playhouse Dinner Theatre, 101 Spring St, (816) 630-3333, www.paradiseplayhouse.org (Adult Fare)
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Whose Wives Are They Anyway? by Michael Parker: Jan 17-Feb 8: 6 pm Fri-Sat; 7 pm Thr; 12 pm Sun
The Cosmetics Company has been sold and its vice presidents have planned a golfing weekend. With their wives shopping, they check into the Country Club. They encounter their new boss and she insists on meeting the wives. So, they have to produce wives.
Everything goes wrong as they move in and out of bedrooms, changing from male to female. Hilarious chaos ensues when the hotel phone system goes on the blink, Tina has too much champagne, and the real wives arrive.
Directed by Leah Johnson. Featuring Mike Turpin, R. Cress Hewitt, Amanda Day, Martha Lyon, Greg Golden, Julie Alt, Kerri Brock, and Jill Camper.
$30.00 to $32.00. Paradise Playhouse Dinner Theatre, 101 Spring St, (816) 630-3333, www.paradiseplayhouse.org (Adult Fare)
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January 16, 2014
Auditions for Starlight STARS of Tomorrow
Starlight STARS of Tomorrow to hold auditions
February 20 & 22 for performers entering grades 7-
12
The Starlight STARS of Tomorrow will hold
auditions February 20 and 22 for young performers
entering grades 7-12 in the fall. Auditions will
be held at Starlight Theatre, 4600 Starlight Road.
All performers must RSVP for one audition date
prior to the audition.
The Starlight STARS of Tomorrow enjoy intensive
study in acting, dance and voice, participate in
master classes led by Broadway cast members
involved in Starlight's Broadway season, perform
on Starlight's Spotlight Stage, and meet
throughout the summer, fall and winter holiday
season for master classes, rehearsals and
additional performances.
Audition check-in time is 6:30 p.m. for 7 p.m.
auditions February 20; check-in time is 8:30 a.m.
for 9 a.m. auditions February 22. Parking is
available in the Zebra Lot located on east side of
theatre; enter through Gate 8 and proceed to the
east side of the Administration building. Walk-ups
will not be allowed. To RSVP, send preferred
audition date, student name, current grade level,
and name and phone number of at least one parent
or legal guardian to education@kcstarlight.com.
All students auditioning must prepare 32 bars of a
Broadway musical piece that shows off vocal range;
bring accurately marked sheet music for
accompanist, resume and current headshot (note:
photo will not be returned). They should also wear
clothes and shoes suitable for movement and a
group dance audition. Those auditioning must
complete an individual monologue (see selections
posted at kcstarlight.com), vocal audition and
group dance audition. In addition, students must
arrive at the established check-in time. There is
no guaranteed end time Participants will be
released when all individuals have had the
opportunity to complete all three parts of the
audition.
If selected, the cost of The Starlight STARS of
Tomorrow program, including all master classes, is
$400. Rehearsal, performance schedules and more
information is available at kcstarlight.com.
The Starlight STARS of Tomorrow program is
generously underwritten by the Jeannette and
Jerome Cohen Philanthropic Fund.
Opened as a theater in 1950 and as a not-for-
profit organization in 1951, Theatre Starlight
presents and produces Broadway musicals and
concerts, offers extensive community outreach and
educational programming including classes,
scholarships and Starlight's Blue Star Awards, one
of the largest high school musical theatre award
programs in the country. For more information,
visit www.kcstarlight.com.
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February 20 & 22 for performers entering grades 7-
12
The Starlight STARS of Tomorrow will hold
auditions February 20 and 22 for young performers
entering grades 7-12 in the fall. Auditions will
be held at Starlight Theatre, 4600 Starlight Road.
All performers must RSVP for one audition date
prior to the audition.
The Starlight STARS of Tomorrow enjoy intensive
study in acting, dance and voice, participate in
master classes led by Broadway cast members
involved in Starlight's Broadway season, perform
on Starlight's Spotlight Stage, and meet
throughout the summer, fall and winter holiday
season for master classes, rehearsals and
additional performances.
Audition check-in time is 6:30 p.m. for 7 p.m.
auditions February 20; check-in time is 8:30 a.m.
for 9 a.m. auditions February 22. Parking is
available in the Zebra Lot located on east side of
theatre; enter through Gate 8 and proceed to the
east side of the Administration building. Walk-ups
will not be allowed. To RSVP, send preferred
audition date, student name, current grade level,
and name and phone number of at least one parent
or legal guardian to education@kcstarlight.com.
All students auditioning must prepare 32 bars of a
Broadway musical piece that shows off vocal range;
bring accurately marked sheet music for
accompanist, resume and current headshot (note:
photo will not be returned). They should also wear
clothes and shoes suitable for movement and a
group dance audition. Those auditioning must
complete an individual monologue (see selections
posted at kcstarlight.com), vocal audition and
group dance audition. In addition, students must
arrive at the established check-in time. There is
no guaranteed end time Participants will be
released when all individuals have had the
opportunity to complete all three parts of the
audition.
If selected, the cost of The Starlight STARS of
Tomorrow program, including all master classes, is
$400. Rehearsal, performance schedules and more
information is available at kcstarlight.com.
The Starlight STARS of Tomorrow program is
generously underwritten by the Jeannette and
Jerome Cohen Philanthropic Fund.
Opened as a theater in 1950 and as a not-for-
profit organization in 1951, Theatre Starlight
presents and produces Broadway musicals and
concerts, offers extensive community outreach and
educational programming including classes,
scholarships and Starlight's Blue Star Awards, one
of the largest high school musical theatre award
programs in the country. For more information,
visit www.kcstarlight.com.
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Auditions for AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY are coming to The Barn in February!
PLEASE NOTE THE CHANGES IN AUDITION EXPECTATIONS.
AUDITIONS!
August:
Osage County
By Tracy Letts
Directed by Darren Sextro
OPEN CALL AUDITIONS:
Monday, February 10th from 6pm – 10pm
Callbacks by invitation only:
Saturday, February 15th from 10am – 2pm
At St. Pius School / 55th and Woodson, Mission, KS.
EXPECTATION and PREPARATION:
Prepare: Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script. Before the open call auditions, each auditioner should read the play and familiarize themselves with the materials for the primary role that interests her or him.
Bring: Resume and headshot. Bring all known conflicts from April 14 through the June production dates.
We anticipate 4-5 weeks of rehearsal plus one week of technical rehearsal for this production. The rehearsal period will be brisk and will require great preparedness from the cast. Actors cast should be willing to arrive at the first rehearsal with a very clear understanding of the dialogue, their roles, and a head start on memorization of lines.
Additional Notes: Cast members are required to assist with strike on June 15th, and cast members may be asked to assist with costume pieces.
PRODUCTION DATES:
May 30th – June 15th
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sundays at 2:00pm
All performances take place at
The Barn Players Theatre, 6219 Martway in Mission, KS
SYNOPSIS: A vanished father. A pill-popping mother. Three sisters harboring shady little secrets. When the large Weston family unexpectedly reunites after Dad disappears, their Oklahoman family homestead explodes in a maelstrom of repressed truths and unsettling secrets. Mix in Violet, the drugged-up, scathingly acidic matriarch, and you've got a major new play that unflinchingly—and uproariously—exposes the dark side of the Midwestern American family. Winner of the Tony Award for Best Play and the Pulitzer Prize.
CHARACTER BREAKDOWN
The complete cast includes speaking roles for seven women and six men.
VIOLET WESTON / Female 60 – 75 / Lead
Matriarch of the Weston family – Beverly's wife
BARBARA WESTON FORDHAM / Female 40 – 55 / Lead
Violet & Beverly's oldest daughter
IVY WESTON / Female 38 – 52 / Lead
Violet & Beverly's middle daughter
KAREN WESTON / Female 35 - 50 / Lead
Violet & Beverly's youngest daughter
JOHNNA MONEVATA / Female 26 – 35 / Supporting (Native American)
Housekeeper
BILL FORDHAM / Male 45 – 54 / Supporting
Barbara's husband
JEAN FORDHAM / Female 13 – 18 / Supporting
Barbara & Bill's daughter
STEVE HEIDEBRECHT / Male 41 – 50 / Supporting
Karen's fiancé
MATTIE FAE AIKEN / Female 60 – 75 / Supporting
Violet's sister
CHARLIE AIKEN / Male 65 – 80 / Supporting
Mattie Fae's husband
LITTLE CHARLES / Male 37 – 48 / Supporting
Mattie Fae & Charlie's son
SHERIFF DEON GILBEAU / Male 40 – 55 / Cameo
The town sheriff, who investigates Beverly's disappearance
NOTE: The following role has been pre-cast with a guest artist… BEVERLY WESTON / Male 65 – 80 / Featured Violet's husband
ACCENTS! Most characters in this story either live in or are from northern Oklahoma and should speak with an appropriate dialect. (You can find help at dialectsarchive.com.) If you feel more comfortable auditioning without an accent, that's fine, but you will need to learn an accent if you are cast.
For more information, please contact director Darren Sextro at darrendseb@gmail.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!
August:
Osage County
By Tracy Letts
Directed by Darren Sextro
OPEN CALL AUDITIONS:
Monday, February 10th from 6pm – 10pm
Callbacks by invitation only:
Saturday, February 15th from 10am – 2pm
At St. Pius School / 55th and Woodson, Mission, KS.
EXPECTATION and PREPARATION:
Prepare: Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script. Before the open call auditions, each auditioner should read the play and familiarize themselves with the materials for the primary role that interests her or him.
Bring: Resume and headshot. Bring all known conflicts from April 14 through the June production dates.
We anticipate 4-5 weeks of rehearsal plus one week of technical rehearsal for this production. The rehearsal period will be brisk and will require great preparedness from the cast. Actors cast should be willing to arrive at the first rehearsal with a very clear understanding of the dialogue, their roles, and a head start on memorization of lines.
Additional Notes: Cast members are required to assist with strike on June 15th, and cast members may be asked to assist with costume pieces.
PRODUCTION DATES:
May 30th – June 15th
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sundays at 2:00pm
All performances take place at
The Barn Players Theatre, 6219 Martway in Mission, KS
SYNOPSIS: A vanished father. A pill-popping mother. Three sisters harboring shady little secrets. When the large Weston family unexpectedly reunites after Dad disappears, their Oklahoman family homestead explodes in a maelstrom of repressed truths and unsettling secrets. Mix in Violet, the drugged-up, scathingly acidic matriarch, and you've got a major new play that unflinchingly—and uproariously—exposes the dark side of the Midwestern American family. Winner of the Tony Award for Best Play and the Pulitzer Prize.
CHARACTER BREAKDOWN
The complete cast includes speaking roles for seven women and six men.
VIOLET WESTON / Female 60 – 75 / Lead
Matriarch of the Weston family – Beverly's wife
BARBARA WESTON FORDHAM / Female 40 – 55 / Lead
Violet & Beverly's oldest daughter
IVY WESTON / Female 38 – 52 / Lead
Violet & Beverly's middle daughter
KAREN WESTON / Female 35 - 50 / Lead
Violet & Beverly's youngest daughter
JOHNNA MONEVATA / Female 26 – 35 / Supporting (Native American)
Housekeeper
BILL FORDHAM / Male 45 – 54 / Supporting
Barbara's husband
JEAN FORDHAM / Female 13 – 18 / Supporting
Barbara & Bill's daughter
STEVE HEIDEBRECHT / Male 41 – 50 / Supporting
Karen's fiancé
MATTIE FAE AIKEN / Female 60 – 75 / Supporting
Violet's sister
CHARLIE AIKEN / Male 65 – 80 / Supporting
Mattie Fae's husband
LITTLE CHARLES / Male 37 – 48 / Supporting
Mattie Fae & Charlie's son
SHERIFF DEON GILBEAU / Male 40 – 55 / Cameo
The town sheriff, who investigates Beverly's disappearance
NOTE: The following role has been pre-cast with a guest artist… BEVERLY WESTON / Male 65 – 80 / Featured Violet's husband
ACCENTS! Most characters in this story either live in or are from northern Oklahoma and should speak with an appropriate dialect. (You can find help at dialectsarchive.com.) If you feel more comfortable auditioning without an accent, that's fine, but you will need to learn an accent if you are cast.
For more information, please contact director Darren Sextro at darrendseb@gmail.com.
The Barn Players embraces diversity in all aspects of our organization. Non-traditional and equal-opportunity casting is encouraged.
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OPEN AUDITIONS for "Follies" for The Barn...this weekend!
AUDITIONS!
FOLLIES
Music & Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim
Book by James Goldman
Directed by Eric Magnus
Musical Direction by Tim Braselton
Choreographed by Guy Gardner
AUDITIONS:
January 18th & 19th, 2014
from 1:00pm - 4:00pm
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 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, January 25th 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 appropriately 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, March 2nd. 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 (4/13 – 4/17)
PRODUCTION DATES:
April 18th – May 4th, 2014
(NOTE: There will be no performance on Easter Sunday, April 20th. It will be replaced by a performance on Thursday, May 1st)
Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sundays at 2:00pm
Industry Night is Monday, April 28th at 7:30pm
All performances take place at…
The Barn Players Theatre
6219 Martway in Mission, KS
SYNOPSIS:
A true theatrical event, this legendary masterpiece is considered by many to be the greatest musical ever created. In FOLLIES the time is 1971, and theatrical impresario Dimitri Weissmann hosts a reunion of ex-Follies performers in his crumbling theatre, setting the stage for a parade of brilliant pastiche numbers, including "Losing My Mind," "I'm Still Here," and "Broadway Baby." Amid the reminiscing, two middle-aged couples confront some unpleasant truths about their past and present and come face to face with the future. Surreal, sophisticated, compelling, heart-wrenching and epic in scope, FOLLIES uses the musical theatre as a metaphor for the collapse of American innocence and naivete in the post-Kennedy years.
CAST BREAKDOWN:
BENJAMIN STONE Male, 45 - 60 / Range: Baritone / Lead
A man bent on success from a young age who has achieved it and now realizes the toll it had on personal relationships.
BUDDY PLUMMER Male, 45 - 60 / Range: Baritone / Lead
A charismatic man with a sad face wrinkled from years of too much smiling. Stuck in a broken marriage and has had multiple affairs.
CARLOTTA CAMPION Female, 45 – 65 / Range: Alto Belt / Supporting ("I'm Still Here")
The one-time movie star, who has seen everything and is proud to be standing where she is.
DIMITRI WEISSMAN Male, 70 - 80 / Non-singing role / Supporting
An acerbic, vital, energetic man who staged the Follies every year between the great wars, and made stars of any girl he wanted from the legions who threw themselves at him.
HATTIE WALKER Female, 60 - 75 / Range: Alto Belt / Supporting
("Broadway Baby")
An appealingly tough, no-nonsense lady. A former knockout Follies girl from the earlier years of the shows. She has married several times and always to the same type: the bad boy.
HEIDI SCHILLER Female, 65 - 75 / Range: Soprano / Supporting ("One More Kiss")
Tall and queenly. Viennese. Incredibly rich and well known in elite social circles, she is constantly reminiscing.
PHYLLIS ROGERS STONE Female, 45 – 60 / Range: Alto Belt / Lead
A woman who made her husband her life, the journey has hardened her and replaced the traces of life with cold sophistication and poise.
ROSCOE Male, 50 - 65 / Range: Tenor / Supporting ("Beautiful Girls")
An elderly showman with a majestic tenor voice, who introduces the Follies girls as if no time has passed and they are still the beautiful young girls of years ago.
SALLY DURANT PLUMMER Female, 45 - 60 / Range: Soprano / Lead
Still remarkably like the girl she was thirty years ago. A former Follies girl, who married a man she didn't love. Needy and delusional at times.
SOLANGE LA FITTE Female, 50 - 70 / Range: Mezzo Belt / Supporting ("Ah, Paree!")
A French fashionista. Very much still alive and enjoying it, she is a perfume creator and seller, who has travelled the world, but loves Paris more than any other place.
STELLA DEEMS Female, 50 - 65 / Range: Mezzo Belt / Supporting
("Who's The Woman?)
A portly woman who surprisingly moves with a special lightness; half of a former performing duo with her husband, but they gave it up to open a general store in Miami. Loves life and has led a good one.
YOUNG BEN Male, 18 - 30 / Range: Baritone / Supporting
A not yet fully realized version of the man we see before us today, he is driven and intelligent but not quite so distinguished, and not yet frightened by his success.
YOUNG BUDDY Male, 18 - 30 / Range: Baritone / Supporting
A younger version of the Buddy we see today. Charismatic and lively, a man who knows how to have fun. Loves Sally blindly and wants to give her the world.
YOUNG PHYLLIS Female, 18 - 25 / Range: Mezzo Belt / Supporting
A younger version of Phyllis, when she was an energetic and naïve Follies girl. Slightly sad and homesick. With all the drive and none of the sophistication of the adult Phyllis.
YOUNG SALLY Female, 18 - 25 / Range: Soprano / Supporting
A younger version of the adult Sally. She is perhaps the most similar to her adult counterpart of any of the foursome. Wants it all, but may not have the patience or drive to wait for it.
EMILY WHITMAN
&
THEODORE WHITMAN
Vaudeville Team / 55 – 75 / Range: Baritone & Mezzo / Supporting ("Rain on the Roof")
A husband and wife vaudeville team, more than happy to be back on the stage at this reunion recreating their old act.
WILLY Male, 50 – 65 / Non-singing role / Cameo
WHEELER
Former Follies acrobat.
MAX DEEMS Male, 50 – 65 / Non-singing role / Cameo
Stella husband and former performing partner
VINCENT & VANESSA
Dance Team / 55 – 75 / Supporting ("Bolero de Amore")
Former speciality dance team. Vanessa sings in "Who's The Woman?"
PLUS A YOUNG CHORUS OF 7 WOMEN & 4 MEN
to play a variety of characters including:
Young Carlotta / Francesca / Cavalier 1 / Chorus
Young Stella / Party Guest / Cavalier 2 / Chorus
Young Solange / Buddy's Sally / Cavalier 3 / Chorus
Young Vanessa / Buddy's Margie / Party Guest / Chorus
Young Heidi / Cavalier 4 / Party Guest / Chorus
Young Stella / Cavalier 5 / Party Guest / Chorus
Young Hattie / Cavalier 6 / Party Guest / Chorus
Major Domo / Phyllis' Boy 1 / Party Guest / Chorus
Kevin / Phyllis' Boy 2 / Party Guest / Chorus
Chauffer / Phyllis' Boy 3 / Party Guest / Chorus
Young Vincent / Photographer / Phyllis' Boy 4 / Chorus
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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FOLLIES
Music & Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim
Book by James Goldman
Directed by Eric Magnus
Musical Direction by Tim Braselton
Choreographed by Guy Gardner
AUDITIONS:
January 18th & 19th, 2014
from 1:00pm - 4:00pm
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 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, January 25th 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 appropriately 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, March 2nd. 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 (4/13 – 4/17)
PRODUCTION DATES:
April 18th – May 4th, 2014
(NOTE: There will be no performance on Easter Sunday, April 20th. It will be replaced by a performance on Thursday, May 1st)
Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sundays at 2:00pm
Industry Night is Monday, April 28th at 7:30pm
All performances take place at…
The Barn Players Theatre
6219 Martway in Mission, KS
SYNOPSIS:
A true theatrical event, this legendary masterpiece is considered by many to be the greatest musical ever created. In FOLLIES the time is 1971, and theatrical impresario Dimitri Weissmann hosts a reunion of ex-Follies performers in his crumbling theatre, setting the stage for a parade of brilliant pastiche numbers, including "Losing My Mind," "I'm Still Here," and "Broadway Baby." Amid the reminiscing, two middle-aged couples confront some unpleasant truths about their past and present and come face to face with the future. Surreal, sophisticated, compelling, heart-wrenching and epic in scope, FOLLIES uses the musical theatre as a metaphor for the collapse of American innocence and naivete in the post-Kennedy years.
CAST BREAKDOWN:
BENJAMIN STONE Male, 45 - 60 / Range: Baritone / Lead
A man bent on success from a young age who has achieved it and now realizes the toll it had on personal relationships.
BUDDY PLUMMER Male, 45 - 60 / Range: Baritone / Lead
A charismatic man with a sad face wrinkled from years of too much smiling. Stuck in a broken marriage and has had multiple affairs.
CARLOTTA CAMPION Female, 45 – 65 / Range: Alto Belt / Supporting ("I'm Still Here")
The one-time movie star, who has seen everything and is proud to be standing where she is.
DIMITRI WEISSMAN Male, 70 - 80 / Non-singing role / Supporting
An acerbic, vital, energetic man who staged the Follies every year between the great wars, and made stars of any girl he wanted from the legions who threw themselves at him.
HATTIE WALKER Female, 60 - 75 / Range: Alto Belt / Supporting
("Broadway Baby")
An appealingly tough, no-nonsense lady. A former knockout Follies girl from the earlier years of the shows. She has married several times and always to the same type: the bad boy.
HEIDI SCHILLER Female, 65 - 75 / Range: Soprano / Supporting ("One More Kiss")
Tall and queenly. Viennese. Incredibly rich and well known in elite social circles, she is constantly reminiscing.
PHYLLIS ROGERS STONE Female, 45 – 60 / Range: Alto Belt / Lead
A woman who made her husband her life, the journey has hardened her and replaced the traces of life with cold sophistication and poise.
ROSCOE Male, 50 - 65 / Range: Tenor / Supporting ("Beautiful Girls")
An elderly showman with a majestic tenor voice, who introduces the Follies girls as if no time has passed and they are still the beautiful young girls of years ago.
SALLY DURANT PLUMMER Female, 45 - 60 / Range: Soprano / Lead
Still remarkably like the girl she was thirty years ago. A former Follies girl, who married a man she didn't love. Needy and delusional at times.
SOLANGE LA FITTE Female, 50 - 70 / Range: Mezzo Belt / Supporting ("Ah, Paree!")
A French fashionista. Very much still alive and enjoying it, she is a perfume creator and seller, who has travelled the world, but loves Paris more than any other place.
STELLA DEEMS Female, 50 - 65 / Range: Mezzo Belt / Supporting
("Who's The Woman?)
A portly woman who surprisingly moves with a special lightness; half of a former performing duo with her husband, but they gave it up to open a general store in Miami. Loves life and has led a good one.
YOUNG BEN Male, 18 - 30 / Range: Baritone / Supporting
A not yet fully realized version of the man we see before us today, he is driven and intelligent but not quite so distinguished, and not yet frightened by his success.
YOUNG BUDDY Male, 18 - 30 / Range: Baritone / Supporting
A younger version of the Buddy we see today. Charismatic and lively, a man who knows how to have fun. Loves Sally blindly and wants to give her the world.
YOUNG PHYLLIS Female, 18 - 25 / Range: Mezzo Belt / Supporting
A younger version of Phyllis, when she was an energetic and naïve Follies girl. Slightly sad and homesick. With all the drive and none of the sophistication of the adult Phyllis.
YOUNG SALLY Female, 18 - 25 / Range: Soprano / Supporting
A younger version of the adult Sally. She is perhaps the most similar to her adult counterpart of any of the foursome. Wants it all, but may not have the patience or drive to wait for it.
EMILY WHITMAN
&
THEODORE WHITMAN
Vaudeville Team / 55 – 75 / Range: Baritone & Mezzo / Supporting ("Rain on the Roof")
A husband and wife vaudeville team, more than happy to be back on the stage at this reunion recreating their old act.
WILLY Male, 50 – 65 / Non-singing role / Cameo
WHEELER
Former Follies acrobat.
MAX DEEMS Male, 50 – 65 / Non-singing role / Cameo
Stella husband and former performing partner
VINCENT & VANESSA
Dance Team / 55 – 75 / Supporting ("Bolero de Amore")
Former speciality dance team. Vanessa sings in "Who's The Woman?"
PLUS A YOUNG CHORUS OF 7 WOMEN & 4 MEN
to play a variety of characters including:
Young Carlotta / Francesca / Cavalier 1 / Chorus
Young Stella / Party Guest / Cavalier 2 / Chorus
Young Solange / Buddy's Sally / Cavalier 3 / Chorus
Young Vanessa / Buddy's Margie / Party Guest / Chorus
Young Heidi / Cavalier 4 / Party Guest / Chorus
Young Stella / Cavalier 5 / Party Guest / Chorus
Young Hattie / Cavalier 6 / Party Guest / Chorus
Major Domo / Phyllis' Boy 1 / Party Guest / Chorus
Kevin / Phyllis' Boy 2 / Party Guest / Chorus
Chauffer / Phyllis' Boy 3 / Party Guest / Chorus
Young Vincent / Photographer / Phyllis' Boy 4 / Chorus
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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SHREK: THE MUSICAL - A Barn Junior production - opens tomorrow night!
The Barn presents the Barn Junior Production of…
SHREK
Based on the Oscar winning 2001 Dreamworks Animated Film
Music Jeanine Tesori
Lyrics & Book by David Lindsay-Abaire
Directed by Jason Coats
Musical Direction by Presten Fry
Choreographed by Guy Gardner
Stage Managed by Rebekah Grieb
Set & Light Design by Doug Schroeder
Costume Design by Ellen Rastofer
Sound Design by Sean Leistico
Props & Puppet Design by Cedwan Hooks
Assistant Stage Management by Emilie Christian
Assistant Set Build by Chris Palmer
January 17 – 26, 2014
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sunday at 2:00pm
STARRING
Alex Leondedis, Adam Segura, Veronica Wood & T. J. Wyatt
FEATURING
Lakin Allen, Caroline Blubaugh, Reena Burt, Ayrn Christian, Abigail Cottingham, Kate Danciger, Natalie Dixon, Treyson Gates-Smith, Kelsey Hassig, Alyssa Hoedl, Gavin Hoedl, Zoe Krowas, Amy Meiring, Erin Morgan, Maggie Mulligan, Paige Padgett, Max Pinson, Margo Roberts, Claire Segura, Mia Smith, Margaret Veglahn & Grace Wood
WITH
Shantha Burt, Prairie Cottrell, Mazey Heim, Eli Hoedl, Eddie Leopold, Julia Percy, Aurelia Power, Talie Scholz & Seneca Sims
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. SHREK THE MUSICAL is part romance, part twisted fairy tale and all irreverent fun for everyone!
All performances are at:
All performances are at:
The Barn Players Theatre, 6219 Martway, Mission, KS.
Ticket pricing:
ALL SEATS - $10.00
The box office opens one hour before curtain time.
Visit our website at www.thebarnplayers.org
WE ACCEPT CREDIT CARDS!
VISA, MASTERCARD & DISCOVER!
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
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SHREK
Based on the Oscar winning 2001 Dreamworks Animated Film
Music Jeanine Tesori
Lyrics & Book by David Lindsay-Abaire
Directed by Jason Coats
Musical Direction by Presten Fry
Choreographed by Guy Gardner
Stage Managed by Rebekah Grieb
Set & Light Design by Doug Schroeder
Costume Design by Ellen Rastofer
Sound Design by Sean Leistico
Props & Puppet Design by Cedwan Hooks
Assistant Stage Management by Emilie Christian
Assistant Set Build by Chris Palmer
January 17 – 26, 2014
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sunday at 2:00pm
STARRING
Alex Leondedis, Adam Segura, Veronica Wood & T. J. Wyatt
FEATURING
Lakin Allen, Caroline Blubaugh, Reena Burt, Ayrn Christian, Abigail Cottingham, Kate Danciger, Natalie Dixon, Treyson Gates-Smith, Kelsey Hassig, Alyssa Hoedl, Gavin Hoedl, Zoe Krowas, Amy Meiring, Erin Morgan, Maggie Mulligan, Paige Padgett, Max Pinson, Margo Roberts, Claire Segura, Mia Smith, Margaret Veglahn & Grace Wood
WITH
Shantha Burt, Prairie Cottrell, Mazey Heim, Eli Hoedl, Eddie Leopold, Julia Percy, Aurelia Power, Talie Scholz & Seneca Sims
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. SHREK THE MUSICAL is part romance, part twisted fairy tale and all irreverent fun for everyone!
All performances are at:
All performances are at:
The Barn Players Theatre, 6219 Martway, Mission, KS.
Ticket pricing:
ALL SEATS - $10.00
The box office opens one hour before curtain time.
Visit our website at www.thebarnplayers.org
WE ACCEPT CREDIT CARDS!
VISA, MASTERCARD & DISCOVER!
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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January 13, 2014
The Importance of Being Earnest, a Trivial Comedy for Serious People
Journeyman Theatre Company presents
The Importance of Being Earnest, a Trivial Comedy
for Serious People
You've never seen an Earnest like this! Oscar
Wilde's The Importance of Being Earnest kicks off
Journeyman Theatre Company's Season at the Just
Off Broadway Theater, opening February 12th.
Ian R. Crawford directs this subversive new
production of Wilde's wittiest comedy. Wilde's
play is dripping with social commentary and
mockery of the oppressive strictures of Victorian
high society. Journeyman Theatre takes
Wilde's irreverence for everything serious to the
next level, featuring all cross-gender casting, to
highlight Wilde's skewering of traditional
gender roles in this thoroughly silly play. If
you are already enraptured with the play, or if
you have never seen it before, you will not want
to miss this unique, lush production!
Behaving well is very important but having fun is
much nicer. Meet Jack and Algernon, two of
London's most eligible bachelors. Algernon is a
bit of a bad boy, Jack is much more Earnest.
Join these two misfits on their tangled quest for
love. Will they get the girls, or be thwarted by
the fearsome Lady Bracknell? This quintessential
comedy of manners by the iconic bad boy of
Victorian England, includes abandoned babies,
mistaken identities, covert engagements, wooing
suitors, and some of the wittiest wordplay ever
written in the English language.
The cast features Zack Chaykin, Margaret Hanzlick,
Heather Hare, Lucas T. McVey, Elissa Schrader,
Justin Speer, Matt Sweeten and Chelsey Tighe.
Set and costume design by Ian R.Crawford, sound
design by Rustin R. Bolejack and lighting by
Kerry Chafin. Jonathan Jensen is assistant
director and dialect coach, Justin Cave is
dramaturge, and Christopher Bowe is the stage
manager.
Performances run February 12th-15th at 7:30pm,
Sunday the 15th at 2:30pm, February 19-22nd at
7:30pm, and Sunday the 23rd at 2:30pm
Don't miss this riotous good time with a special
Valentines day performance marking the 119th
anniversary of the first performance of The
Importance of Being Earnest in 1895.
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The Importance of Being Earnest, a Trivial Comedy
for Serious People
You've never seen an Earnest like this! Oscar
Wilde's The Importance of Being Earnest kicks off
Journeyman Theatre Company's Season at the Just
Off Broadway Theater, opening February 12th.
Ian R. Crawford directs this subversive new
production of Wilde's wittiest comedy. Wilde's
play is dripping with social commentary and
mockery of the oppressive strictures of Victorian
high society. Journeyman Theatre takes
Wilde's irreverence for everything serious to the
next level, featuring all cross-gender casting, to
highlight Wilde's skewering of traditional
gender roles in this thoroughly silly play. If
you are already enraptured with the play, or if
you have never seen it before, you will not want
to miss this unique, lush production!
Behaving well is very important but having fun is
much nicer. Meet Jack and Algernon, two of
London's most eligible bachelors. Algernon is a
bit of a bad boy, Jack is much more Earnest.
Join these two misfits on their tangled quest for
love. Will they get the girls, or be thwarted by
the fearsome Lady Bracknell? This quintessential
comedy of manners by the iconic bad boy of
Victorian England, includes abandoned babies,
mistaken identities, covert engagements, wooing
suitors, and some of the wittiest wordplay ever
written in the English language.
The cast features Zack Chaykin, Margaret Hanzlick,
Heather Hare, Lucas T. McVey, Elissa Schrader,
Justin Speer, Matt Sweeten and Chelsey Tighe.
Set and costume design by Ian R.Crawford, sound
design by Rustin R. Bolejack and lighting by
Kerry Chafin. Jonathan Jensen is assistant
director and dialect coach, Justin Cave is
dramaturge, and Christopher Bowe is the stage
manager.
Performances run February 12th-15th at 7:30pm,
Sunday the 15th at 2:30pm, February 19-22nd at
7:30pm, and Sunday the 23rd at 2:30pm
Don't miss this riotous good time with a special
Valentines day performance marking the 119th
anniversary of the first performance of The
Importance of Being Earnest in 1895.
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Change in Season line-up
For Immediate Release
Contact: Wendy Thompson
(816) 813-9654, direct
(816) 225-1018, cell
Changing Trains
Kansas City, Mo. (January 13, 2014) Due to a delay in acquiring the rights to "End of the Line", The Mystery Train announces a change in its line-up of shows for its Tenth Season. The very popular "Drawn to Murder" will take its place on the calendar. Opening on February 7th and running through March 29, 2014, performances are Friday and Saturday evenings at 6:30 pm in area restaurants. If playing a detective (or a cartoon) is on your bucket list, come join us!
"Drawn to Murder" is set in 1923 Kansas City, when Walt is fascinated with animation. The competition to be in Newman's Laugh O Grams is a funny business—but no one's laughing! Before you know it, some crazy characters are running loose on the train and it's all fun and games until someone gets rubbed out! A cartoon conundrum that Disney wouldn't have imagined!
Murder mystery dinner theater is presented as a live interactive game, but not all dinner companions are who they seem: one of them may be an accomplice to murder—or even the murderer himself! The evening begins with role-playing at 6:30 pm, followed by a marvelous meal and a mystery-comedy show at 7:00.
Shows are performed at The Golden Ox in downtown KC, Californos in Westport, and Finnigan's in NKC. Visit our website for an complete schedule, www.kcmysterytrain.com. Tickets are $69.00 on Friday and Saturday, and includes dinner, show, and gratuity. First Fridays are $10 off! A cash bar is available. Advance reservations are required and can be made by calling (816) 813-9654, or The Central Ticket Office at 816-235-6222.
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Contact: Wendy Thompson
(816) 813-9654, direct
(816) 225-1018, cell
Changing Trains
Kansas City, Mo. (January 13, 2014) Due to a delay in acquiring the rights to "End of the Line", The Mystery Train announces a change in its line-up of shows for its Tenth Season. The very popular "Drawn to Murder" will take its place on the calendar. Opening on February 7th and running through March 29, 2014, performances are Friday and Saturday evenings at 6:30 pm in area restaurants. If playing a detective (or a cartoon) is on your bucket list, come join us!
"Drawn to Murder" is set in 1923 Kansas City, when Walt is fascinated with animation. The competition to be in Newman's Laugh O Grams is a funny business—but no one's laughing! Before you know it, some crazy characters are running loose on the train and it's all fun and games until someone gets rubbed out! A cartoon conundrum that Disney wouldn't have imagined!
Murder mystery dinner theater is presented as a live interactive game, but not all dinner companions are who they seem: one of them may be an accomplice to murder—or even the murderer himself! The evening begins with role-playing at 6:30 pm, followed by a marvelous meal and a mystery-comedy show at 7:00.
Shows are performed at The Golden Ox in downtown KC, Californos in Westport, and Finnigan's in NKC. Visit our website for an complete schedule, www.kcmysterytrain.com. Tickets are $69.00 on Friday and Saturday, and includes dinner, show, and gratuity. First Fridays are $10 off! A cash bar is available. Advance reservations are required and can be made by calling (816) 813-9654, or The Central Ticket Office at 816-235-6222.
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Auditions - THE 39 STEPS at OCTA
AUDITIONS!
THE 39 STEPS
by Patrick Barlow, John Buchan
Directed by Shelly Stewart Banks
AUDITIONS:
Saturday, January 25 from 1:00-5:00 pm
Saturday, February 1 from 1:00-5:00 pm
At Olathe Civic Theatre
500 E Loula, Olathe KS 66061
EXPECTATION and PREPARATION:
Auditioners should be familiar with the show. Cold readings from the script, which will include demonstrating the ability to portray a number of characters and accents.
Director is looking for a versatile cast of three men and one woman to play, collaborate, create, and explore. Improvisational comedy experience is a plus. Physically demanding roles (but don't let that scare you away!)
Please Provide:
Headshot/Resume (if available) and a list of conflicts between March 10, 2014 and May 11, 2014.
CALLBACKS:
Invited Callbacks, if needed, TBA
REHEARSAL:
Sunday-Thursday 7-10pm starting March 10, 2014.
PRODUCTION DATES:
April 25-27, May 2-4, May 9-11
Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00pm
Sundays at 2:00pm
All performances take place at:
Olathe Civic Theatre Assn
500 E Loula
Olathe, KS 66061
SYNOPSIS:
"Mix a Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy spy novel, add a dash of Monty Python and you have The 39 Steps, a fast-paced whodunit for anyone who loves the magic of theatre! This 2-time Tony® and Drama Desk Award-winning treat is packed with nonstop laughs, over 150 zany characters (played by a ridiculously talented cast of 4), an on-stage plane crash, handcuffs, missing fingers and some good old-fashioned romance!
"In The 39 Steps, a man with a boring life meets a woman with a thick accent who says she's a spy. When he takes her home, she is murdered. Soon, a mysterious organization called "The 39 Steps" is hot on the man's trail in a nationwide manhunt that climaxes in a death-defying finale! A riotous blend of virtuoso performances and wildly inventive stagecraft, The 39 Steps amounts to an unforgettable evening of pure pleasure! The 39 Steps, was Broadway's longest running comedy, and played its 500th performance on Broadway, May 19th, 2009!" – Samuel French
CAST BREAKDOWN:
Richard Hannay , 30-40s, leading man type, physically demanding role
Annabella/Pamela/Margaret, 20-40s, one woman plays all the love interests.
Clown/Man #1 – 20s-50s, multiple characters
Clown/Man #2 – 20s-50s, multiple characters
For more information, contact the director Shelly Stewart Banks at shellykc1222@gmail.com
www.olathetheatre.org
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THE 39 STEPS
by Patrick Barlow, John Buchan
Directed by Shelly Stewart Banks
AUDITIONS:
Saturday, January 25 from 1:00-5:00 pm
Saturday, February 1 from 1:00-5:00 pm
At Olathe Civic Theatre
500 E Loula, Olathe KS 66061
EXPECTATION and PREPARATION:
Auditioners should be familiar with the show. Cold readings from the script, which will include demonstrating the ability to portray a number of characters and accents.
Director is looking for a versatile cast of three men and one woman to play, collaborate, create, and explore. Improvisational comedy experience is a plus. Physically demanding roles (but don't let that scare you away!)
Please Provide:
Headshot/Resume (if available) and a list of conflicts between March 10, 2014 and May 11, 2014.
CALLBACKS:
Invited Callbacks, if needed, TBA
REHEARSAL:
Sunday-Thursday 7-10pm starting March 10, 2014.
PRODUCTION DATES:
April 25-27, May 2-4, May 9-11
Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00pm
Sundays at 2:00pm
All performances take place at:
Olathe Civic Theatre Assn
500 E Loula
Olathe, KS 66061
SYNOPSIS:
"Mix a Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy spy novel, add a dash of Monty Python and you have The 39 Steps, a fast-paced whodunit for anyone who loves the magic of theatre! This 2-time Tony® and Drama Desk Award-winning treat is packed with nonstop laughs, over 150 zany characters (played by a ridiculously talented cast of 4), an on-stage plane crash, handcuffs, missing fingers and some good old-fashioned romance!
"In The 39 Steps, a man with a boring life meets a woman with a thick accent who says she's a spy. When he takes her home, she is murdered. Soon, a mysterious organization called "The 39 Steps" is hot on the man's trail in a nationwide manhunt that climaxes in a death-defying finale! A riotous blend of virtuoso performances and wildly inventive stagecraft, The 39 Steps amounts to an unforgettable evening of pure pleasure! The 39 Steps, was Broadway's longest running comedy, and played its 500th performance on Broadway, May 19th, 2009!" – Samuel French
CAST BREAKDOWN:
Richard Hannay , 30-40s, leading man type, physically demanding role
Annabella/Pamela/Margaret, 20-40s, one woman plays all the love interests.
Clown/Man #1 – 20s-50s, multiple characters
Clown/Man #2 – 20s-50s, multiple characters
For more information, contact the director Shelly Stewart Banks at shellykc1222@gmail.com
www.olathetheatre.org
Like us on Facebook
Follow us on Twitter @Olathetheatre
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January 10, 2014
City in Motion Announces NEW Session of Classes
City in Motion Announces NEW Session of Classes
The 2014 Winter session of classes will begin on Jan. 20th.
The non-profit school of dance is host to the widest variety of adult dance classes in the city. Beginning to advanced dancers can enjoy instruction in classical dance techniques such as ballet, tap, jazz and modern dance as well as ethnic and folkloric dance forms, including West Afrikan, Belly Dance, Indian Manipuri, Flamenco, and World Dance Fusion. Club and ballroom dance styles include Hip Hop, Salsa, and East Coast Swing. Various other classes are offered such as Circus Skills and Clowning and Kung Fu. Instructors at City in Motion are all professionals in their fields.
Performance opportunities are available to students who love the limelight.
City in Motion is home to the Children's Dance Theater, a professional track education program for dancers age 3-18 who are serious about dance. The students work with professional choreographers and appear in several performance events through out the year.
City in Motion Dance Theater, Inc. is located at 3925 Main Street, KCMO, 64111 in Westport. Information about classes and performance events can be found at www.cityinmotion.org. or by calling 816-561-2882.
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The 2014 Winter session of classes will begin on Jan. 20th.
The non-profit school of dance is host to the widest variety of adult dance classes in the city. Beginning to advanced dancers can enjoy instruction in classical dance techniques such as ballet, tap, jazz and modern dance as well as ethnic and folkloric dance forms, including West Afrikan, Belly Dance, Indian Manipuri, Flamenco, and World Dance Fusion. Club and ballroom dance styles include Hip Hop, Salsa, and East Coast Swing. Various other classes are offered such as Circus Skills and Clowning and Kung Fu. Instructors at City in Motion are all professionals in their fields.
Performance opportunities are available to students who love the limelight.
City in Motion is home to the Children's Dance Theater, a professional track education program for dancers age 3-18 who are serious about dance. The students work with professional choreographers and appear in several performance events through out the year.
City in Motion Dance Theater, Inc. is located at 3925 Main Street, KCMO, 64111 in Westport. Information about classes and performance events can be found at www.cityinmotion.org. or by calling 816-561-2882.
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