Emporia State University Theatre 2016 – 2017
Season
Big River, The 39 Steps, Six Characters in
Search of an Author & Sense and Sensibility
Emporia State University Theatre is
preparing for its new season of plays and
musicals. The season features three shows
adapted from popular novels and a classic of
the twentieth-century theatre.
The season begins with the Homecoming
scholarship musical, Big River, The Adventures
of Huckleberry Finn. Propelled by an award
winning score from Roger Miller, Mark Twain's
timeless classic sweeps us down the mighty
Mississippi as Huck Finn helps his friend Jim,
a slave, escape to freedom at the mouth of the
Ohio River. Their adventures bring to life
favorite characters from the novel including
the Widow Douglas; the uproarious King and
Duke; Huck's pal, Tom Sawyer, and their rowdy
gang; Huck's drunken father, the sinister Pap
Finn; the lovely Mary Jane Wilkes and her
trusting family. Under the direction of Jim
and Lindy Bartruff, Big River will run in The
Karl C. Bruder Theatre in King Hall, October
13th through the 16th.
The 39 Steps is the second production
of the season. It was adapted from a novel of
the same name by John Buchan, but is perhaps
best known as the film by Alfred Hitchcock.
Adapted for the stage by Patrick Barlow and
under the direction of Theresa Mitchell, The 39
Steps is a fast-paced whodunit for anyone who
loves the magic of theatre! 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! 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. The 39 Steps runs from November 30th
through December 3rd in the Bruder Theatre.
The spring semester begins with a
classic of the twentieth-century theatre, Six
Characters in Search of an Author by Luigi
Pirandello. When first produced in 1921, the
play left its original audience baffled. But
since, the play has become a regular on stages
throughout the world. In the play, six
fictional characters, abandoned by their
creator, invade a rehearsal in progress and
demand to be brought to life by a new author.
But the characters' agenda collides with the
more lighthearted ambitions of these theatre
artists, whose open rehearsal "audience
engagement event" becomes darkly entangled with
the characters' tragic story -- all the while
asking the audience to consider just what is
real. Under the direction of Senior Theatre
Major Nathan Dale Short, Six Characters in
Search of an Author will be presented March 1st
through the 4th in the Karl C. Bruder Theatre.
Bursting with humor & emotion, Sense and
Sensibility asks: when reputation is
everything, how do you follow your heart? ESU
Theatre will present the regional premiere of
the work under the direction of Dan Matisa,
April 25th through the 29th in the Ronald Q.
Frederickson Theatre in Roosevelt Hall.
Actress Kate Hamill has adapted Jane
Austen's Sense and Sensibility where it
continues to run in a much-celebrated off-
Broadway production. You've never seen Austen
like this! Called the "greatest stage
adaptation of this novel," this new adaptation
follows the adventures (and misadventures) of
the Dashwood sisters—sensible Elinor and
hypersensitive Marianne—after their sudden loss
of fortune. During the rehearsals in Emporia,
the playwright will travel to Emporia to be a
part of the play's preparation and to visit
with local theatre-goers.
For tickets and additional information,
call the university ticket office at 620-341-
6378.
Contact: Jim Bartruff
Director of Theatre
620-341-5704
jbartruf@emporia.edu
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August 29, 2016
August 24, 2016
Fall Cancellation Press Release
For Immediate Release
Contact: Wendy Thompson
(816) 813-9654, direct
(816) 225-1018, cell
The Mystery Train on hiatus
Kansas City, Mo. (August 24, 2016) The Mystery Train is taking a short hiatus this fall. Due to the unexpected passing of Rick Cowan, beloved spouse of Creator and Artistic Director Wendy Thompson, the fall production, "A Murder Foretold," has been cancelled.
The Mystery Train will return this November with the exciting entertainment, superb service, and delicious dinners all passengers have come to expect. "A Christmas Stalking" will open our holiday season on November 11 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in downtown Kansas City.
A Christmas Stalking (November 11-December 31)
In the middle of the blizzard of 1918, three women reunite on the train to reminisce about the Christmas that almost never was. However, someone doesn't want them stirring up memories and may cause history to repeat itself. . .before their stockings are filled, a murder is afoot!
Visit our website for the latest information, www.kcmysterytrain.com. In the meantime, The Mystery Train is booking company parties and private events. Call (816) 813-9654 for more information.
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(816) 225-1018, cell
The Mystery Train on hiatus
Kansas City, Mo. (August 24, 2016) The Mystery Train is taking a short hiatus this fall. Due to the unexpected passing of Rick Cowan, beloved spouse of Creator and Artistic Director Wendy Thompson, the fall production, "A Murder Foretold," has been cancelled.
The Mystery Train will return this November with the exciting entertainment, superb service, and delicious dinners all passengers have come to expect. "A Christmas Stalking" will open our holiday season on November 11 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in downtown Kansas City.
A Christmas Stalking (November 11-December 31)
In the middle of the blizzard of 1918, three women reunite on the train to reminisce about the Christmas that almost never was. However, someone doesn't want them stirring up memories and may cause history to repeat itself. . .before their stockings are filled, a murder is afoot!
Visit our website for the latest information, www.kcmysterytrain.com. In the meantime, The Mystery Train is booking company parties and private events. Call (816) 813-9654 for more information.
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Shakespeare in the Parking Lot Unexpected Cast Opening
Alcott Arts Center
(Community)
Twelfth Night by William Shakespeare: Aug 24-Sep 1: 10 am Sun-Sat
The Alcott Arts Center's production of Shakespeare's Twelfth Night has an IMMEDIATE opening for the role of Mr Toby. This is a modern version, with Mr Toby as a teacher in a boarding school.
We have had an unfortunate event that lead one of our main cast members to step away from this production due to health issues.
Please contact the director, Anna Jennings, if you are interested in taking on the role of Mr Toby at alcott@alcottartscenter.org, fairie.beads@gmail.com or 913-233-2787 or 816-801-0329.
Age requirement - teen to middle aged person, although the part will be played male, you need not be male to take on the role.
We are in the position of needing an upstanding and outstanding leading actor to fill some big boots. Apply if you have it in you to help make sure that the other cast members have a great experience because you were the right person to help by filling the role of Toby.
Call to set up an appointment.
Rehearsals are Tuesday & Thursday evenings from 7-9:30pm, & Saturday days from 10am-3pm, until 9/6, when we will add Wednesday & Friday rehearsals. Performances are September 10, 11, 17, & 18 (Saturdays & Sundays),
at 3pm (call at 1pm)
Alcott Arts Center Theatre, 180 S 18th St, (913) 233-2787, www.alcottartscenter.org
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(Community)
Twelfth Night by William Shakespeare: Aug 24-Sep 1: 10 am Sun-Sat
The Alcott Arts Center's production of Shakespeare's Twelfth Night has an IMMEDIATE opening for the role of Mr Toby. This is a modern version, with Mr Toby as a teacher in a boarding school.
We have had an unfortunate event that lead one of our main cast members to step away from this production due to health issues.
Please contact the director, Anna Jennings, if you are interested in taking on the role of Mr Toby at alcott@alcottartscenter.org, fairie.beads@gmail.com or 913-233-2787 or 816-801-0329.
Age requirement - teen to middle aged person, although the part will be played male, you need not be male to take on the role.
We are in the position of needing an upstanding and outstanding leading actor to fill some big boots. Apply if you have it in you to help make sure that the other cast members have a great experience because you were the right person to help by filling the role of Toby.
Call to set up an appointment.
Rehearsals are Tuesday & Thursday evenings from 7-9:30pm, & Saturday days from 10am-3pm, until 9/6, when we will add Wednesday & Friday rehearsals. Performances are September 10, 11, 17, & 18 (Saturdays & Sundays),
at 3pm (call at 1pm)
Alcott Arts Center Theatre, 180 S 18th St, (913) 233-2787, www.alcottartscenter.org
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August 22, 2016
Open Call Auditions
EnArts announces an Open Call for auditions for
The Toymaker and Me (by Marc Wayne).
Everyone has a spark that makes them something
special—even though, sadly, it can go
undiscovered or be extinguished. Join us on a
journey of awakening and rediscovery as Thoman
Baker—a very special toymaker—and Claire—a
precocious and determined orphan—discover and
rediscover their special sparks, as . . . they
find each other. When a gift meets a need—
sparks fly and life happens. In Marc Wayne's
The Toymaker and Me, that life comes in
surprisingly moving ways.
This premier production of Marc Wayne's
(www.marcwayne.com) The Toymaker and Me is
family-friendly and appropriate for all ages.
It may be especially appealing to kids, as it
focuses on a young orphan girl (approximately
11-12 years old) who in the process of
discovering her unique giftedness (her "spark")
helps Mr. Baker, a somewhat cranky old
toymaker, rediscover the joy and meaning of
life. Kids of all ages will certainly enjoy the
results of their connection, as toys of all
types come alive onstage before our very eyes.
The Toymaker and Me is written and directed by
Marc Wayne, produced by EnArts
(www.enarts.org). Leads are paid, non-union
roles, commensurate with age and experience.
Show dates and location are still being
finalized: First run will likely be November
17-23 at the Vineyard Church (12300 NW
Arrowhead Trafficway, KC, MO 64165) in the
Kansas City Northland; with a potential second
4-5 day run at a different venue in December.
Rehearsals begin September 6, with evening and
possibly some daytime rehearsals (for those
whose schedules will permit). More details at
www.enarts.org/whats-happening.
Auditions
Open call auditions are being held Wednesday
and Thursday (August 24-25) at Crown Center (2
locations: see below). You may attend either
audition (callbacks to be announced, if
needed).
When: Wednesday, August 24, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Where: Theatre Lab at The Coterie Theatre in
Crown Center
2450 Grand Ave, #144, Kansas City, MO 64108
See the Coterie website for directions:
http://thecoterie.org/directions-parking
What: Depending on the role:
Cold readings from the script
Prepared sides from the script*
*Sides will be available on site for some prep-
time or you can download them from the website
(www.enarts.org/whats-happening)
1-3 minute monologue at auditioner's discretion
Dancers: A brief dance routine/evaluation for
those interested in being a "living toy"
We're looking for advanced, pro-level dancers
(ages 13 and up)—strong in either ballet,
contemporary, tap, juggling, and
tumbling/gymnastics; also roller
skating/blading and ballroom experience is a
plus
When: Wednesday, August 25, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Where: the Musical Theatre Heritage (MTH)
theatre in Crown Center
2450 Grand Blvd #301, Kansas City, MO 64108
See the MTH website for directions:
http://www.musicaltheaterheritage.com/location.
html
What: Depending on the role:
Cold readings from the script
Prepared sides from the script*
*Sides will be available on site for some prep-
time, or you can download them from the website
(www.enarts.org/whats-happening)
1-3 minute monologue at auditioner's discretion
Dancers: A brief dance routine/evaluation for
those interested in being a "living toy"
We're looking for advanced, pro-level dancers
(ages 13 and up)—strong in either ballet,
contemporary, tap, juggling, and
tumbling/gymnastics; also roller
skating/blading and ballroom experience is a
plus
Callbacks
When: To be scheduled/announced if needed
For more information, contact us at
enarts@earthlink.net or call Greg at
816.734.1657.
Cast
*See below for details on leads
Claire (lead: 11/12-year-old female; orphan,
being fostered by Cynthia Applegate, occasional
British
accent)
Thoman Baker (lead: 45-55-year-old male;
toymaker, widower)
Cynthia Applegate (principal: 50-55-year-old
female; foster parent to Claire & Bethany)
Bethany (principal: 11/12-year-old female;
orphan, being fostered by Cynthia Applegate)
Eugene Wilson Newsburgy (support: 40-50-year-
old male; former employee of Thoman, now
owns Gilmon's Gifts & Toy Shoppe)
Paris (support: 40-45-year-old female; clerk at
Miller's Market; former employee of Baker's
Toys)
Sylvia Tilbert (minor: 30-40-year-old female;
administrator of Eastman Adoption Agency)
Pastor John Taylor (support: 35-60-year-old
male; St. Thomas Community Church)
Virginia Wellington (minor: 50-65-year-old
female; great-great-granddaughter of Edwin
Wellington, Founder of the city of Wellington)
Ella Baker (minor: 25-30-year-old female; wife
of Thoman (15 years previous), loved children,
sweet, elegant, beautiful)
Butler (minor: male; at Orphans Ball)
Emcee (minor: male; at Orphans Ball)
Jimmy Fenway (minor: male; singer at Orphans
Ball)
Workshop Doll (dancer)
Workshop Drummer (boy)
Police Officer 1 (minor: 25-50-year-old male)
Police Officer 2 (minor: 25-50-year-old male)
Townspeople (ensemble: all ages)
Orphans Benefit Ball Dancers
Baker's Toyshop Toy Dancers (ballet, tap,
contemporary, etc.)
Poindexter Skating Rink Skaters (roller/ice)
 
Leads/Principals
Claire
Claire is an 11-12-year-old orphan girl with no
last name. She is sweet, curious, extremely
perceptive (precocious in this sense) and
persistent, though somewhat socially awkward
(probably as a result of her unsettled
history). Claire's strongest characteristic is
her big heart. This, in essence, is her
"spark"—Claire is very compassionate, a
characteristic which, when combined with her
perceptiveness, allows her to sense and feel
people's hurts/needs sooner and deeper than
others. As an orphan who has been in foster
homes and "rejected" by families all her life,
she is fundamentally sad and lonely (a trait
which allows her to sympathize with others who
experience the same thing). She thus longs to
find a home and be wanted and needed.
Thoman Baker
Thoman is a late 40s-55-year-old widower. He
is—or was—a toymaker. He was in fact the toy-
maker—the envy of other toymakers—because his
toys didn't need wind-up knobs or springs. In
the hands of a good- or open-hearted person,
Thoman's toys came alive. The ability to make
toys that "lived" in the hands of receptive
people was Thoman's special gift or "spark."
(Think, the quintessential encourager.) As we
come to learn, it did not exist on its own,
however, but was fueled by Thoman's love for
his wife, who had a big heart for children,
especially sick and orphaned children. When
his pregnant wife, Ella, and their unborn child
die, Thoman's "spark" is extinguished and, over
time, he becomes an isolated, somewhat crusty,
"grumpy old man." Thoman is thus stuck in the
past, with a deep and profound sadness that
prevents him from experiencing and enjoying
anything new—that is until Claire comes along
(and we see his slow rediscovery of life).
Cynthia Applegate
Cynthia Applegate is a caring, middle-aged
woman, who through the years has fostered many
children in need of homes. She is an orderly,
woman of faith (though not rigid) who provides
a stable and encouraging place for Claire and
Bethany. She has a somewhat unrevealed
knowledge of the history of the town and its
people—enough to "protect" and guide the
children.
Bethany
Bethany is an energetic, curious, outgoing and
outspoken 10-12-year-old orphan girl, who lives
with Claire and Ms. Applegate. Slightly self-
absorbed, Bethany's "on-the-go" spirit combines
with her expressive nature to create awkward
and even tense moments, often via blunt
questions or statements. Living with Ms.
Applegate, she is "like a sister" to Claire.
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The Toymaker and Me (by Marc Wayne).
Everyone has a spark that makes them something
special—even though, sadly, it can go
undiscovered or be extinguished. Join us on a
journey of awakening and rediscovery as Thoman
Baker—a very special toymaker—and Claire—a
precocious and determined orphan—discover and
rediscover their special sparks, as . . . they
find each other. When a gift meets a need—
sparks fly and life happens. In Marc Wayne's
The Toymaker and Me, that life comes in
surprisingly moving ways.
This premier production of Marc Wayne's
(www.marcwayne.com) The Toymaker and Me is
family-friendly and appropriate for all ages.
It may be especially appealing to kids, as it
focuses on a young orphan girl (approximately
11-12 years old) who in the process of
discovering her unique giftedness (her "spark")
helps Mr. Baker, a somewhat cranky old
toymaker, rediscover the joy and meaning of
life. Kids of all ages will certainly enjoy the
results of their connection, as toys of all
types come alive onstage before our very eyes.
The Toymaker and Me is written and directed by
Marc Wayne, produced by EnArts
(www.enarts.org). Leads are paid, non-union
roles, commensurate with age and experience.
Show dates and location are still being
finalized: First run will likely be November
17-23 at the Vineyard Church (12300 NW
Arrowhead Trafficway, KC, MO 64165) in the
Kansas City Northland; with a potential second
4-5 day run at a different venue in December.
Rehearsals begin September 6, with evening and
possibly some daytime rehearsals (for those
whose schedules will permit). More details at
www.enarts.org/whats-happening.
Auditions
Open call auditions are being held Wednesday
and Thursday (August 24-25) at Crown Center (2
locations: see below). You may attend either
audition (callbacks to be announced, if
needed).
When: Wednesday, August 24, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Where: Theatre Lab at The Coterie Theatre in
Crown Center
2450 Grand Ave, #144, Kansas City, MO 64108
See the Coterie website for directions:
http://thecoterie.org/directions-parking
What: Depending on the role:
Cold readings from the script
Prepared sides from the script*
*Sides will be available on site for some prep-
time or you can download them from the website
(www.enarts.org/whats-happening)
1-3 minute monologue at auditioner's discretion
Dancers: A brief dance routine/evaluation for
those interested in being a "living toy"
We're looking for advanced, pro-level dancers
(ages 13 and up)—strong in either ballet,
contemporary, tap, juggling, and
tumbling/gymnastics; also roller
skating/blading and ballroom experience is a
plus
When: Wednesday, August 25, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Where: the Musical Theatre Heritage (MTH)
theatre in Crown Center
2450 Grand Blvd #301, Kansas City, MO 64108
See the MTH website for directions:
http://www.musicaltheaterheritage.com/location.
html
What: Depending on the role:
Cold readings from the script
Prepared sides from the script*
*Sides will be available on site for some prep-
time, or you can download them from the website
(www.enarts.org/whats-happening)
1-3 minute monologue at auditioner's discretion
Dancers: A brief dance routine/evaluation for
those interested in being a "living toy"
We're looking for advanced, pro-level dancers
(ages 13 and up)—strong in either ballet,
contemporary, tap, juggling, and
tumbling/gymnastics; also roller
skating/blading and ballroom experience is a
plus
Callbacks
When: To be scheduled/announced if needed
For more information, contact us at
enarts@earthlink.net or call Greg at
816.734.1657.
Cast
*See below for details on leads
Claire (lead: 11/12-year-old female; orphan,
being fostered by Cynthia Applegate, occasional
British
accent)
Thoman Baker (lead: 45-55-year-old male;
toymaker, widower)
Cynthia Applegate (principal: 50-55-year-old
female; foster parent to Claire & Bethany)
Bethany (principal: 11/12-year-old female;
orphan, being fostered by Cynthia Applegate)
Eugene Wilson Newsburgy (support: 40-50-year-
old male; former employee of Thoman, now
owns Gilmon's Gifts & Toy Shoppe)
Paris (support: 40-45-year-old female; clerk at
Miller's Market; former employee of Baker's
Toys)
Sylvia Tilbert (minor: 30-40-year-old female;
administrator of Eastman Adoption Agency)
Pastor John Taylor (support: 35-60-year-old
male; St. Thomas Community Church)
Virginia Wellington (minor: 50-65-year-old
female; great-great-granddaughter of Edwin
Wellington, Founder of the city of Wellington)
Ella Baker (minor: 25-30-year-old female; wife
of Thoman (15 years previous), loved children,
sweet, elegant, beautiful)
Butler (minor: male; at Orphans Ball)
Emcee (minor: male; at Orphans Ball)
Jimmy Fenway (minor: male; singer at Orphans
Ball)
Workshop Doll (dancer)
Workshop Drummer (boy)
Police Officer 1 (minor: 25-50-year-old male)
Police Officer 2 (minor: 25-50-year-old male)
Townspeople (ensemble: all ages)
Orphans Benefit Ball Dancers
Baker's Toyshop Toy Dancers (ballet, tap,
contemporary, etc.)
Poindexter Skating Rink Skaters (roller/ice)
 
Leads/Principals
Claire
Claire is an 11-12-year-old orphan girl with no
last name. She is sweet, curious, extremely
perceptive (precocious in this sense) and
persistent, though somewhat socially awkward
(probably as a result of her unsettled
history). Claire's strongest characteristic is
her big heart. This, in essence, is her
"spark"—Claire is very compassionate, a
characteristic which, when combined with her
perceptiveness, allows her to sense and feel
people's hurts/needs sooner and deeper than
others. As an orphan who has been in foster
homes and "rejected" by families all her life,
she is fundamentally sad and lonely (a trait
which allows her to sympathize with others who
experience the same thing). She thus longs to
find a home and be wanted and needed.
Thoman Baker
Thoman is a late 40s-55-year-old widower. He
is—or was—a toymaker. He was in fact the toy-
maker—the envy of other toymakers—because his
toys didn't need wind-up knobs or springs. In
the hands of a good- or open-hearted person,
Thoman's toys came alive. The ability to make
toys that "lived" in the hands of receptive
people was Thoman's special gift or "spark."
(Think, the quintessential encourager.) As we
come to learn, it did not exist on its own,
however, but was fueled by Thoman's love for
his wife, who had a big heart for children,
especially sick and orphaned children. When
his pregnant wife, Ella, and their unborn child
die, Thoman's "spark" is extinguished and, over
time, he becomes an isolated, somewhat crusty,
"grumpy old man." Thoman is thus stuck in the
past, with a deep and profound sadness that
prevents him from experiencing and enjoying
anything new—that is until Claire comes along
(and we see his slow rediscovery of life).
Cynthia Applegate
Cynthia Applegate is a caring, middle-aged
woman, who through the years has fostered many
children in need of homes. She is an orderly,
woman of faith (though not rigid) who provides
a stable and encouraging place for Claire and
Bethany. She has a somewhat unrevealed
knowledge of the history of the town and its
people—enough to "protect" and guide the
children.
Bethany
Bethany is an energetic, curious, outgoing and
outspoken 10-12-year-old orphan girl, who lives
with Claire and Ms. Applegate. Slightly self-
absorbed, Bethany's "on-the-go" spirit combines
with her expressive nature to create awkward
and even tense moments, often via blunt
questions or statements. Living with Ms.
Applegate, she is "like a sister" to Claire.
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August 20, 2016
ALTAR BOYZ to Kick-Off Olathe Civic Theatre Association’s 2016-17 Season | Joel Nichols Joins Cast
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
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ALTAR BOYZ to Kick-Off Olathe Civic Theatre Association's 2016-2017 Season
Joel Nichols Joins OCTA as VOICE OF G.O.D. in Musical Comedy Aug. 26-Sept. 11
Olathe, KS (Update August 19, 2016) – Rejoice! Olathe Civic Theatre Association (OCTA) opens its 2016-2017 season this Friday, August 26, with the beloved Off-Broadway musical comedy hit ALTAR BOYZ, written by Kevin Del Aguila, with music and lyrics by Gary Adler and Michael Patrick Walker, August 26 – September 11.
Let OCTA take you back to a time when boy bands ruled the nation. Watch as five small-town Boyz, Matthew (Scott Michael Salem), Mark (Gabe Lasley), Luke (Jeremy Walterman), Juan (Delano Mendoza), and Abraham (Zane Champie), sing their way to holy, holy fame and glory. Their pious pop act includes lyrics like "Girl You Make Me Wanna Wait" and "Jesus Called Me on My Cell Phone," which worked miracles on the Ohio bingo-hall-and-pancake-breakfast circuit. But when fate brings them to New York, will the Boyz take a bite out of the forbidden apple?
Say "Amen!" and "Hallelujah!" as OCTA is proud to welcome back Guy Gardner to the theatre, this time as both director and choreographer. "After I choreographed I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change [2012-2013 season] I knew that I wanted to utilize such a unique space for a show. I've done a lot of funny shows, but this is the funniest script I have read in a long time. I can't wait to hear the roars of laughter from the audience."
So what can audiences expect? Gardner, known for his dynamic choreography, reveals that the show will entertain people from all walks of life with hilarity, dance, and "…amazing singing. The boys we have brought together are all amazing vocalists and I can't wait for everyone to hear their harmonies." He also praises what the show promises to deliver: "I want people to leave with a smile on their face, a resurgence of love for Boy Bands, and an appreciation for a tech heavy theatrical production."
Additionally, OCTA is thrilled to announce that local television personality Joel Nichols of KSHB Channel 41's Kansas City Live has joined the show as the Voice of G.O.D. Joel's voice will be heard before the show during preshow announcements and during the production.
Gardner brings his own "band" back together with the production team composed of James Levy (music director), Rebekah Grieb (stage manager), J. Patrick Inlow (lighting and media designer), Philip Kuzila (sound designer), and Fran Kapono-Kuzila (costumer) along with Dalton Homolka (assistant director) and Kelsie Clark-Massey (accompanist).
The show runs three weekends, August 26, 27, 28, and September 2, 3, 4, 9, 10, 11 with Friday and Saturday night performances at 8 pm and Sunday matinees at 2 pm. Find out more about Altar Boyz and purchase tickets at www.olathetheatre.org. Subscribers can make reservations by calling the theatre reservation hotline at 913-782-2990 or by writing to tickets@olathetheatre.org. The show is suitable for all ages.
**PLEASE NOTE: This production includes fog, flashing lights, water effects, and loud music.**
ABOUT OLATHE CIVIC THEATRE ASSOCIATION
Olathe Civic Theatre Association is a 501c3 organization producing theatre in Olathe since 1974. Performing in the Buddy Rogers Family Playhouse, OCTA produces five high-quality, engaging, and thought-provoking theatre productions a year. Through the generosity of volunteers, season ticket holders, donors, and the City of Olathe, OCTA has grown into one of the most progressive community theaters in the Kansas City metropolitan area.
SOCIAL AND DIGITAL MEDIA
This release is also located online at http://olathetheatre.org/altar-boyz-to-kick-off-olathe-civic-theatre-associations-2016-17-season/
Receive daily updates by 'liking' OCTA's Facebook page at www.facebook.com/olathecivictheatre and follow OCTA on Twitter at @OCTATheatre.
High resolution photos can be downloaded from http://olathetheatre.org/blog/ opening week.
2016-2017 SEASON AT A GLANCE | OLATHE CIVIC THEATRE ASSOCIATION
ALTAR BOYZ
August 26 – September 11, 2016
Book by Kevin Del Aguila | Music and Lyrics by Gary Adler & Michael Patrick Walker
Directed by Guy Gardner
The beloved Off-Broadway musical comedy Altar Boyz tells the holy inspiring story of five small-town boys – Matthew, Mark, Luke, Juan, and Abraham – trying to save the world one screaming fan at a time. Their pious pop act, including lyrics like "Girl You Make Me Wanna Wait" and "Jesus Called Me on My Cell Phone," worked wonders on the Ohio bingo-hall-and-pancake-breakfast circuit. But when fate brings them to New York, will the boyz take a bite out of the forbidden apple?
ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS
October 14 – 30, 2016
By Richard Bean | Directed by Rick Bumgardner
In the Kansas City area premiere of this madcap comedy, the permanently ravenous fish-and-chip eating Francis Henshall finds himself working for both a gangster and a criminal in hiding, both of whom are linked in a web of schemes, extortions, and romantic associations. To prevent discovery, Francis must do everything he can to keep his two "guv'nors" apart.
THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER
December 2 – 18, 2016
By Barbara Robinson | Directed by Lana Jensen
The beloved Young Adult book of the same name comes to life in this hilarious Christmas classic. A couple struggles to put on a church Christmas pageant but they are faced with casting the Herdman kids -probably the most inventively awful kids in history. The Herdmans collide with the Christmas story head on for nonstop laughs.
POOR RELATIONS
February 17 – March 5, 2017
By Robert Flaherty Hart | Directed by Tina Morrison
This original play by Kansas City native Robert Flaherty Hart takes place in suburban St. Louis, where decades-old secrets are uncovered as three adult siblings navigate their changing relationships and uncertain futures. When one of the three comes into a substantial fortune, will it soothe old wounds and lead to forgiveness or drive a permanent wedge into already shaky bonds?
VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE
April 21 – May 7, 2017
By Christopher Durang | Directed by Nino Casisi
Middle-aged siblings Vanya and Sonia share a home in Bucks County, PA, where they bicker and complain about the circumstances of their lives. Suddenly, their movie-star sister, Masha, swoops in with her new boy toy, Spike. Old resentments flare up, eventually leading to threats to sell the house. Adding to the ensemble are sassy maid Cassandra, who can predict the future, and Nina, a lovely young aspiring actress.
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For further information or tickets, please visit our website at www.olathetheatre.org.
Reservations can be made by calling the reservation hotline at 913-782-2990 or by writing tickets@olathetheatre.org.
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ALTAR BOYZ to Kick-Off Olathe Civic Theatre Association's 2016-2017 Season
Joel Nichols Joins OCTA as VOICE OF G.O.D. in Musical Comedy Aug. 26-Sept. 11
Olathe, KS (Update August 19, 2016) – Rejoice! Olathe Civic Theatre Association (OCTA) opens its 2016-2017 season this Friday, August 26, with the beloved Off-Broadway musical comedy hit ALTAR BOYZ, written by Kevin Del Aguila, with music and lyrics by Gary Adler and Michael Patrick Walker, August 26 – September 11.
Let OCTA take you back to a time when boy bands ruled the nation. Watch as five small-town Boyz, Matthew (Scott Michael Salem), Mark (Gabe Lasley), Luke (Jeremy Walterman), Juan (Delano Mendoza), and Abraham (Zane Champie), sing their way to holy, holy fame and glory. Their pious pop act includes lyrics like "Girl You Make Me Wanna Wait" and "Jesus Called Me on My Cell Phone," which worked miracles on the Ohio bingo-hall-and-pancake-breakfast circuit. But when fate brings them to New York, will the Boyz take a bite out of the forbidden apple?
Say "Amen!" and "Hallelujah!" as OCTA is proud to welcome back Guy Gardner to the theatre, this time as both director and choreographer. "After I choreographed I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change [2012-2013 season] I knew that I wanted to utilize such a unique space for a show. I've done a lot of funny shows, but this is the funniest script I have read in a long time. I can't wait to hear the roars of laughter from the audience."
So what can audiences expect? Gardner, known for his dynamic choreography, reveals that the show will entertain people from all walks of life with hilarity, dance, and "…amazing singing. The boys we have brought together are all amazing vocalists and I can't wait for everyone to hear their harmonies." He also praises what the show promises to deliver: "I want people to leave with a smile on their face, a resurgence of love for Boy Bands, and an appreciation for a tech heavy theatrical production."
Additionally, OCTA is thrilled to announce that local television personality Joel Nichols of KSHB Channel 41's Kansas City Live has joined the show as the Voice of G.O.D. Joel's voice will be heard before the show during preshow announcements and during the production.
Gardner brings his own "band" back together with the production team composed of James Levy (music director), Rebekah Grieb (stage manager), J. Patrick Inlow (lighting and media designer), Philip Kuzila (sound designer), and Fran Kapono-Kuzila (costumer) along with Dalton Homolka (assistant director) and Kelsie Clark-Massey (accompanist).
The show runs three weekends, August 26, 27, 28, and September 2, 3, 4, 9, 10, 11 with Friday and Saturday night performances at 8 pm and Sunday matinees at 2 pm. Find out more about Altar Boyz and purchase tickets at www.olathetheatre.org. Subscribers can make reservations by calling the theatre reservation hotline at 913-782-2990 or by writing to tickets@olathetheatre.org. The show is suitable for all ages.
**PLEASE NOTE: This production includes fog, flashing lights, water effects, and loud music.**
ABOUT OLATHE CIVIC THEATRE ASSOCIATION
Olathe Civic Theatre Association is a 501c3 organization producing theatre in Olathe since 1974. Performing in the Buddy Rogers Family Playhouse, OCTA produces five high-quality, engaging, and thought-provoking theatre productions a year. Through the generosity of volunteers, season ticket holders, donors, and the City of Olathe, OCTA has grown into one of the most progressive community theaters in the Kansas City metropolitan area.
SOCIAL AND DIGITAL MEDIA
This release is also located online at http://olathetheatre.org/altar-boyz-to-kick-off-olathe-civic-theatre-associations-2016-17-season/
Receive daily updates by 'liking' OCTA's Facebook page at www.facebook.com/olathecivictheatre and follow OCTA on Twitter at @OCTATheatre.
High resolution photos can be downloaded from http://olathetheatre.org/blog/ opening week.
2016-2017 SEASON AT A GLANCE | OLATHE CIVIC THEATRE ASSOCIATION
ALTAR BOYZ
August 26 – September 11, 2016
Book by Kevin Del Aguila | Music and Lyrics by Gary Adler & Michael Patrick Walker
Directed by Guy Gardner
The beloved Off-Broadway musical comedy Altar Boyz tells the holy inspiring story of five small-town boys – Matthew, Mark, Luke, Juan, and Abraham – trying to save the world one screaming fan at a time. Their pious pop act, including lyrics like "Girl You Make Me Wanna Wait" and "Jesus Called Me on My Cell Phone," worked wonders on the Ohio bingo-hall-and-pancake-breakfast circuit. But when fate brings them to New York, will the boyz take a bite out of the forbidden apple?
ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS
October 14 – 30, 2016
By Richard Bean | Directed by Rick Bumgardner
In the Kansas City area premiere of this madcap comedy, the permanently ravenous fish-and-chip eating Francis Henshall finds himself working for both a gangster and a criminal in hiding, both of whom are linked in a web of schemes, extortions, and romantic associations. To prevent discovery, Francis must do everything he can to keep his two "guv'nors" apart.
THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER
December 2 – 18, 2016
By Barbara Robinson | Directed by Lana Jensen
The beloved Young Adult book of the same name comes to life in this hilarious Christmas classic. A couple struggles to put on a church Christmas pageant but they are faced with casting the Herdman kids -probably the most inventively awful kids in history. The Herdmans collide with the Christmas story head on for nonstop laughs.
POOR RELATIONS
February 17 – March 5, 2017
By Robert Flaherty Hart | Directed by Tina Morrison
This original play by Kansas City native Robert Flaherty Hart takes place in suburban St. Louis, where decades-old secrets are uncovered as three adult siblings navigate their changing relationships and uncertain futures. When one of the three comes into a substantial fortune, will it soothe old wounds and lead to forgiveness or drive a permanent wedge into already shaky bonds?
VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE
April 21 – May 7, 2017
By Christopher Durang | Directed by Nino Casisi
Middle-aged siblings Vanya and Sonia share a home in Bucks County, PA, where they bicker and complain about the circumstances of their lives. Suddenly, their movie-star sister, Masha, swoops in with her new boy toy, Spike. Old resentments flare up, eventually leading to threats to sell the house. Adding to the ensemble are sassy maid Cassandra, who can predict the future, and Nina, a lovely young aspiring actress.
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For further information or tickets, please visit our website at www.olathetheatre.org.
Reservations can be made by calling the reservation hotline at 913-782-2990 or by writing tickets@olathetheatre.org.
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August 12, 2016
THE ELEPHANT MAN final weekend at The Barn!
Don't miss the critically acclaimed production of..
THE ELEPHANT MAN
by Bernard Pomerance
Directed by Mark Hamilton
Stage Managed by Diane Bulan
Set Design by Laura Burkhart & Mark Hamilton
Lighting Design by Phil Leonard
Costume Coordination by Ashley Christopher
Choreography & Movement Coaching by
Meghann Deveroux
Assistant Stage Management by Amanda Rhodes
Sound Design by Sean Leistico
Production Intern: Alicia Miro
July 29th – August 14th
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sunday at 2:00pm
(Industry Night: Monday, August 8th)
STARRING
Coleman Crenshaw, David Innis & Stefanie Stevens
FEATURING
Eli Biesemeyer, Richard J. Burt, Meghann Deveroux,
Dee Dee Diemer, Sean Leistico, Lindsay Lovejoy, Alicia Miro,
Jeph Scanlon, Scott Turner & Daniel Yung
SYNOPSIS:
The Elephant Man is based on the life of John Merrick, who
lived in London during the latter part of the nineteenth
century.
A horribly deformed young man, victim of rare skin and
bone
diseases, he has become the star freak attraction in
traveling
side shows. Found abandoned and helpless, he is admitted
to
London's prestigious Whitechapel hospital. Under the care
of
celebrated young physician Frederick Treves, Merrick is
introduced to London society and slowly evolves from an
object of pity to an urbane and witty favorite of the
aristocracy
and literati only to be denied his ultimate dream, to become
a
man like any other.
All performances are at:
The Barn Players Theatre, 6219 Martway, Mission, KS.
Ticket pricing:
REGULAR - $18.00
SENIORS - $ 15.00
GROUPS (10 OR MORE) - $12.00
STUDENTS (WITH A VALID STUDENT ID) - $12.00
WE ACCEPT CREDIT CARDS!
VISA, MASTERCARD & DISCOVER!
The box office opens one hour before curtain time.
For reservations, please call or call 1-800-838-3006
or visit our website at www.thebarnplayers.org
Production support provided by…
The Mainstreet Credit Union
Northeast Johnson County Chamber of Commerce
St. Pius School
Media partner support provided by…
94.9 KCMO
710 AM / 103.7 KCMO Talk Radio
The Barn Players embraces diversity in all aspects of our
organization. Non-traditional and equal-opportunity
casting is
encouraged.
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THE ELEPHANT MAN
by Bernard Pomerance
Directed by Mark Hamilton
Stage Managed by Diane Bulan
Set Design by Laura Burkhart & Mark Hamilton
Lighting Design by Phil Leonard
Costume Coordination by Ashley Christopher
Choreography & Movement Coaching by
Meghann Deveroux
Assistant Stage Management by Amanda Rhodes
Sound Design by Sean Leistico
Production Intern: Alicia Miro
July 29th – August 14th
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sunday at 2:00pm
(Industry Night: Monday, August 8th)
STARRING
Coleman Crenshaw, David Innis & Stefanie Stevens
FEATURING
Eli Biesemeyer, Richard J. Burt, Meghann Deveroux,
Dee Dee Diemer, Sean Leistico, Lindsay Lovejoy, Alicia Miro,
Jeph Scanlon, Scott Turner & Daniel Yung
SYNOPSIS:
The Elephant Man is based on the life of John Merrick, who
lived in London during the latter part of the nineteenth
century.
A horribly deformed young man, victim of rare skin and
bone
diseases, he has become the star freak attraction in
traveling
side shows. Found abandoned and helpless, he is admitted
to
London's prestigious Whitechapel hospital. Under the care
of
celebrated young physician Frederick Treves, Merrick is
introduced to London society and slowly evolves from an
object of pity to an urbane and witty favorite of the
aristocracy
and literati only to be denied his ultimate dream, to become
a
man like any other.
All performances are at:
The Barn Players Theatre, 6219 Martway, Mission, KS.
Ticket pricing:
REGULAR - $18.00
SENIORS - $ 15.00
GROUPS (10 OR MORE) - $12.00
STUDENTS (WITH A VALID STUDENT ID) - $12.00
WE ACCEPT CREDIT CARDS!
VISA, MASTERCARD & DISCOVER!
The box office opens one hour before curtain time.
For reservations, please call or call 1-800-838-3006
or visit our website at www.thebarnplayers.org
Production support provided by…
The Mainstreet Credit Union
Northeast Johnson County Chamber of Commerce
St. Pius School
Media partner support provided by…
94.9 KCMO
710 AM / 103.7 KCMO Talk Radio
The Barn Players embraces diversity in all aspects of our
organization. Non-traditional and equal-opportunity
casting is
encouraged.
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August 11, 2016
Upcoming Levity Players Group Auditions
AUDITION NOTICE
Levity Players Group, a professional theatre
company performing in Kansas City, Johnson
County, Leavenworth, Lawrence, and Saint
Joseph, is auditioning talented and dedicated
actors. Our next audition opportunity is:
Sunday, August 28th, 2016 – 2:00 p.m.
Leavenworth Public Library
417 Spruce
Leavenworth, KS 66048
Please be there before 2:00 p.m., as the
director has remarks that he wishes to share
with all auditioners. The show we are
auditioning for is Murder at The Masquerade
Ball or Excuse Me, Waiter, There Are Fangs in
My Soup. We present fully-interactive, family-
friendly murder mystery comedies.
Please bring headshots and resumes, if you have
them. Auditions will consist of cold readings
of sides. No monologues will be needed.
This is absolutely a for pay professional
acting opportunity. Pay is fifty dollars per
show plus tips earned from serving guests
dinner and drinks. Tips have ranged from a low
of approximately thirty dollars per show to a
high of two hundred dollars per show. In
addition, the director pays bonuses at end of
run predicated upon an actor's contribution to
the team. This is the number one paying
professional theatre performance job in greater
Kansas City on a dollar per hour invested
basis.
We hope to meet you at the auditions. If you
have questions that need to be answered prior
to the auditions, please feel free to telephone
the company director at 314-456-3978.
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Levity Players Group, a professional theatre
company performing in Kansas City, Johnson
County, Leavenworth, Lawrence, and Saint
Joseph, is auditioning talented and dedicated
actors. Our next audition opportunity is:
Sunday, August 28th, 2016 – 2:00 p.m.
Leavenworth Public Library
417 Spruce
Leavenworth, KS 66048
Please be there before 2:00 p.m., as the
director has remarks that he wishes to share
with all auditioners. The show we are
auditioning for is Murder at The Masquerade
Ball or Excuse Me, Waiter, There Are Fangs in
My Soup. We present fully-interactive, family-
friendly murder mystery comedies.
Please bring headshots and resumes, if you have
them. Auditions will consist of cold readings
of sides. No monologues will be needed.
This is absolutely a for pay professional
acting opportunity. Pay is fifty dollars per
show plus tips earned from serving guests
dinner and drinks. Tips have ranged from a low
of approximately thirty dollars per show to a
high of two hundred dollars per show. In
addition, the director pays bonuses at end of
run predicated upon an actor's contribution to
the team. This is the number one paying
professional theatre performance job in greater
Kansas City on a dollar per hour invested
basis.
We hope to meet you at the auditions. If you
have questions that need to be answered prior
to the auditions, please feel free to telephone
the company director at 314-456-3978.
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Rescheduling Daniel Maltz Recital for 2017
Alcott Arts Center
Alcott Art Center Foundation brings Daniel Maltz to KC for a Solo
Recital has been rescheduled for 2017.
Due to circumstances beyond anyone's control Daniel's US tour
was not able to begin as planned for the first two venues which
would include the Alcott sponsored event August 13, 2016.
The recital tour will instead begin August 26, 2016 at 7pm at the
Boca Black Box in Boca Raton, FL, USA
We apologize to all that were looking forward to attending this
recital and are offering a full refund to anyone that had pre-
purchsed tickets to this event. Just call us or email us at
alcott@alcottartscenter.org.
We look forward to being part of The Daniel Maltz USA Recital
tour in 2017 and will be posting the new date, time and location
for that event as soon as these details are set.
International Concert Pianist Daniel Maltz will be performing
Mozart, Beethoven, Chopin and Schumann in the United States
Concert Tour ending at Carnegie Hall in New York City. For more
details about this great concert tour please visit the Alcott
website.
(913) 233-2787, www.alcottartscenter.org
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Alcott Art Center Foundation brings Daniel Maltz to KC for a Solo
Recital has been rescheduled for 2017.
Due to circumstances beyond anyone's control Daniel's US tour
was not able to begin as planned for the first two venues which
would include the Alcott sponsored event August 13, 2016.
The recital tour will instead begin August 26, 2016 at 7pm at the
Boca Black Box in Boca Raton, FL, USA
We apologize to all that were looking forward to attending this
recital and are offering a full refund to anyone that had pre-
purchsed tickets to this event. Just call us or email us at
alcott@alcottartscenter.org.
We look forward to being part of The Daniel Maltz USA Recital
tour in 2017 and will be posting the new date, time and location
for that event as soon as these details are set.
International Concert Pianist Daniel Maltz will be performing
Mozart, Beethoven, Chopin and Schumann in the United States
Concert Tour ending at Carnegie Hall in New York City. For more
details about this great concert tour please visit the Alcott
website.
(913) 233-2787, www.alcottartscenter.org
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August 10, 2016
LAWRENCE OPERA THEATRE HONORS THE BARD, 8/11-14
Lawrence Opera Theatre's season honors the
Bard, August 11-14
This year marks the 400th anniversary of the
death of William Shakespeare, and Lawrence
Opera Theatre (LOT)'s 7th Summer Festival
celebrates the lasting legacy of the world's
greatest playwright. Shakespeare 400, August
11-14, features performances of Shakespeare's
words set to music in opera scenes, arias, and
musical theatre, culminating in a fully-staged
production of Purcell's Dido and Aeneas.
The Bard's Tale: Operas and Words from
Shakespeare, an evening of opera scenes and
arias, starts the weekend. Beloved settings of
Romeo and Juliet, Falstaff, Macbeth, are heard
with lesser-known works based on Hamlet, The
Tempest and The Taming of the Shrew.
Performances are at Theatre Lawrence, who
partners with LOT for a third season, providing
its state-of-the-art theatre for these
presentations. The popular musical theatre
cabaret is back, titled Brush Up Your
Shakespeare!,, featuring music from the Bard's
plays set for Broadway (think Kiss Me, Kate and
West Side Story). A free master class with
baritone Andrew Stuckey is open to the public
on August 13th. LOT has become known for its
fully-staged opera productions with unusual
settings and interpretations. This year they
turn to Henry Purcell, presenting Dido and
Aeneas interpolated with music from The Fairy
Queen.
Founded by KU alum and Metropolitan Opera tenor
Hugo Vera, the annual festival brings in young
professional singers from New York, St. Louis
and Tucson, and features many young artists
from the Lawrence and Kansas City area.
Providing opportunities for young singers,
community members, and emerging professionals,
as well as established vocal artists, to gain
performing experience is part of LOT's mission,
and Vera achieves this by filling the void of
opera and vocal music during the summer season
in the Kansas City region.
All events at Theatre Lawrence, 4660 Bauer Farm
Dr., Lawrence, KS:
8/11 – 7:30p – The Bard's Tale - Opera arias
and scenes
8/12 – 7:30p - Henry Purcell's "Dido & Aeneas"
and "Fairy Queen"
8/13 – 3:00p - FREE - Master Class with Andrew
Stuckey
8/13 – 7:30p - Brush Up Your Shakespeare-
Musical Cabaret
8/14 – 2:30p - Henry Purcell's "Dido & Aeneas"
and "Fairy Queen"
Tickets at www.theatrelawrence.showare.com or
785.843.7469
https://www.facebook.com/LawrenceOperaTheatre/
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Bard, August 11-14
This year marks the 400th anniversary of the
death of William Shakespeare, and Lawrence
Opera Theatre (LOT)'s 7th Summer Festival
celebrates the lasting legacy of the world's
greatest playwright. Shakespeare 400, August
11-14, features performances of Shakespeare's
words set to music in opera scenes, arias, and
musical theatre, culminating in a fully-staged
production of Purcell's Dido and Aeneas.
The Bard's Tale: Operas and Words from
Shakespeare, an evening of opera scenes and
arias, starts the weekend. Beloved settings of
Romeo and Juliet, Falstaff, Macbeth, are heard
with lesser-known works based on Hamlet, The
Tempest and The Taming of the Shrew.
Performances are at Theatre Lawrence, who
partners with LOT for a third season, providing
its state-of-the-art theatre for these
presentations. The popular musical theatre
cabaret is back, titled Brush Up Your
Shakespeare!,, featuring music from the Bard's
plays set for Broadway (think Kiss Me, Kate and
West Side Story). A free master class with
baritone Andrew Stuckey is open to the public
on August 13th. LOT has become known for its
fully-staged opera productions with unusual
settings and interpretations. This year they
turn to Henry Purcell, presenting Dido and
Aeneas interpolated with music from The Fairy
Queen.
Founded by KU alum and Metropolitan Opera tenor
Hugo Vera, the annual festival brings in young
professional singers from New York, St. Louis
and Tucson, and features many young artists
from the Lawrence and Kansas City area.
Providing opportunities for young singers,
community members, and emerging professionals,
as well as established vocal artists, to gain
performing experience is part of LOT's mission,
and Vera achieves this by filling the void of
opera and vocal music during the summer season
in the Kansas City region.
All events at Theatre Lawrence, 4660 Bauer Farm
Dr., Lawrence, KS:
8/11 – 7:30p – The Bard's Tale - Opera arias
and scenes
8/12 – 7:30p - Henry Purcell's "Dido & Aeneas"
and "Fairy Queen"
8/13 – 3:00p - FREE - Master Class with Andrew
Stuckey
8/13 – 7:30p - Brush Up Your Shakespeare-
Musical Cabaret
8/14 – 2:30p - Henry Purcell's "Dido & Aeneas"
and "Fairy Queen"
Tickets at www.theatrelawrence.showare.com or
785.843.7469
https://www.facebook.com/LawrenceOperaTheatre/
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Updated Open Call for Auditions -Addams Family (the musical) with character listing
The River City Community Players announce an Open Call for auditions for The Addams Family (the musical.)
The Addams Family (the musical) features an original story, and it's every father's nightmare. Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, has grown up and fallen in love with a sweet, smart young man from a respectable family.
A man her parents have never met. And if that weren't upsetting enough, Wednesday confides in her father and begs him not to tell her mother. Now, Gomez Addams must do something he's never done before ... keep this secret from his beloved wife, Mortica.
Everything will change for the whole family on the fateful night they host a dinner for Wednesday's 'normal' boyfriend and his parents.
Music and lyrics by Andrew Lippa, directed by Nino Casisi.
Please prepare 16-32 bars of a Broadway style selection (not from the Addams Family) to showcase your vocal range. Make sure your song is memorized.
Bring sheet music with your part highlighted. An accompanist will be provided.
NO ACCAPELLA singing or device like CD, I-Pod, MP3 or cell phone will be allowed.
Audition dates are Monday and Tuesday, August 29th and 30th 7 to 10 p.m., with callback being held on Wednesday, August 31st from 6:30 to 10 p.m.
Try to be familiar with the concept of the movie, the characters and the music from the show. Dress accordingly for a short dance audition including footwear.
Bring a resume and a complete list of conflicts from Aug 29 to Nov 6.
Performances dates are October 21, 22, 28, 29, 31; November 4, 5 and 6.
SPECIAL NOTE: October 31 is a special Halloween performance at 7 p.m.
Leavenworth Performing Arts Center, 500 Delaware St, (913) 651-0027, River City Community Players
Principal Roles (Male)
Gomez Addams, Playing Age: 40-50 - A man of Spanish descent who takes great pride in his family and revels in all it means to be an "Addams." He struggles with having to keep his daughters secret from his wife, whom he adores more than death. Smart, comedic actor with tenor vocals. Husband to Morticia, if indeed they are married at all ... a crafty schemer, but also a jolly man in his own way... though sometimes misguided ... sentimental and often puckish - optimistic, he has full enthusiasm for his dreadful plots... is sometimes seen in a rather formal dressing gown.
Vocal Range: Tenor - B flat to G sharp;
Dancing: Waltz, Tango and Superior Movement
Uncle Fester (Addams), Playing Age: 30-40 - The androgynous family member who serves as the musicals narrator. He is larger than life, an energetic, joyous, child-like presence. A vaudeville style comedian with tenor vocals. Uncle Fester is incorrigible and except for the good nature of the family and the ignorance of the police, would ordinarily be under lock and key ... the eyes are pig-like and deeply embedded ... he likes to fish, but usually employs dynamite ... he keeps falcons on the roof which he uses for hunting ... his one costume, summer and winter is a black great coat with an enormous collar... he is fat with pudgy little hands and feet.
Vocal Range: Tenor - C sharp to C sharp (preferably at belt)
Dancing: Minimal but Basic Movement
Lucas Beineke, Playing Age: 18-24 - Attractive, in shape young man. Fell in love with Wednesday Addams and plans to marry her. Experiences the youthful pain and drama of young love and struggles with the differences between his family and the Addams family. Contemporary pop tenor vocals. Lucas is (for the most part), a fairly normal person. He writes poetry and is apparently a romantic. He also has a crazy and dark side, proven during "Crazier Than You". He also seems to believe in traditional things like getting his parents blessing before getting married.
Vocal Range: Tenor - C sharp to C sharp
Dancing: Waltz and Basic Movement
Pugsley Addams, Playing Age: 10–14 - A charming, funny, husky boy who loves being tortured by his sister. He wants to ensure he won't lose his sister to her new boyfriend so he takes matters into his own hands. Strong, high vocals. Voice not yet changed. An energetic monster of a boy ... and a dedicated troublemaker, in other words the kid next door ... genius in his own way, he makes toy guillotines, full-size racks, threatens to poison his sister, can turn himself into a Mr. Hyde with an ordinary chemical set ... his voice is hoarse ... is sometimes allowed an occasional cigar (but not during the show).
Vocal Range: Tenor - A sharp to F sharp
Dancing: Minimal but Basic Movement
Mal Beineke, Playing Age: 40-55 - Stuffy father of Lucas and exasperated husband to his rhyming wife, Alice. At one time was a follower of The Grateful Dead but has lost that side of himself. Always looking out for his family. Male actor with high baritone/tenor vocals. Loves his family but has trouble dealing with both Alice and Lucas as well as his inner being.
Vocal Range: Tenor - C sharp to A sharp
Dancing: Waltz and Basic Movement
Lurch, Playing Age: 30-60 - A very tall male character, the Addams butler who knows all. He speaks in moans and groans without becoming a cartoon version of himself. His movement is always very slow. Character actor with a low bass vocal.
Vocal Range: Bass - E flat to E sharp
Dancing: None
Principal Roles (Female)
Morticia Addams, Playing Age: 40-55 – In shape, attractive, leggy, the strength of the family. An easy comedic actress with a sexy, dry wit. Feels her husband is hiding something from her and will use any tactic to lure the secret out. A strong dancer/mover with alto/mezzo soprano vocals. The real head of the family ... low-voiced, incisive and subtle, smiles are rare ... ruined beauty ... contemptuous and original and with fierce family loyalty ... even in disposition, muted, witty, sometimes deadly ... given to low-keyed rhapsodies about her garden of deadly nightshade, henbane and dwarf's hair...
Vocal Range: Alto - G sharp to B flat
Dancing: Waltz, Tango and Superior Movement (very sexy dance moves)
Wednesday Addams, Playing Age: 16-21 - Wednesday is an attractive, in shape girl who has the same dry wit and sensibility of her mother. Finds love with a "normal" boy (Lucas) and wants to introduce his family to hers. Experiences the youthful drama that comes with first love. Lucas can actually put a smile on her face. Strong popbelt vocals. Child of woe is wane and delicate ... sensitive and on the quiet side, she loves the picnics and outings to the underground caverns ... a solemn child, prim in dress and, on the whole, pretty lost ... secretive and imaginative, poetic, seems underprivileged and given to occasional tantrums ... has six toes on one foot.
Vocal Range: Soprano - A sharp to E sharp
Dancing: Waltz and Basic Movement
Alice Beineke, Playing Age: 30-40 - Mother of Lucas, devoted to her family so she puts aside her own desires. In shape, quirky female who often speaks in rhyme. While at the Addams Family dinner party, she drinks a potion that causes her to let her hair down and speak her truth. Comedic actress with soprano/belt vocals.
Vocal Range: Soprano - A flat to G sharp
Dancing: Waltz and Basic Movement
Grandmama, Playing Age: 60-80 - She is a feisty 102 year old woman. Fun and quirky, but don't mess with Grandma. Comedic actress with strong character vocals. This disrespectful old hag is the mother of Gomez ... she willingly helps with the dishes, cheats at solitaire and is roughly dishonest ... the complexion is dark, the hair is white and frizzy and uncombed ... she has a light beard and a large mole ... foolishly good natured ... fumbling, weak character ... is easily fooled.
Vocal Range: Belt - G sharp to F sharp
Dancing: Minimal but Basic Movement
ENSEMBLE ANCESTORS (The Extended Family) - 5 Male and 5 Female (or more if desired) Ensemble Singers and Dancers who are smart performers, who can morph into statues at a given moment and are trained dancers who have a fun and quirky sensibility. These actors should be from the age of 18 (possibly the age of 16 depending on vocal ability) who have a good range of dance styles.
Women-Jilted Bride, Flapper, Native American, Flight Attendant, Saloon Girl
Men-Caveman, Conquistador, Puritan, Soldier, Victorian Gambler
Vocal Ranges: All Ranges
Dancing: Tango, Flamenco, Waltz and Basic Movement.
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The Addams Family (the musical) features an original story, and it's every father's nightmare. Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, has grown up and fallen in love with a sweet, smart young man from a respectable family.
A man her parents have never met. And if that weren't upsetting enough, Wednesday confides in her father and begs him not to tell her mother. Now, Gomez Addams must do something he's never done before ... keep this secret from his beloved wife, Mortica.
Everything will change for the whole family on the fateful night they host a dinner for Wednesday's 'normal' boyfriend and his parents.
Music and lyrics by Andrew Lippa, directed by Nino Casisi.
Please prepare 16-32 bars of a Broadway style selection (not from the Addams Family) to showcase your vocal range. Make sure your song is memorized.
Bring sheet music with your part highlighted. An accompanist will be provided.
NO ACCAPELLA singing or device like CD, I-Pod, MP3 or cell phone will be allowed.
Audition dates are Monday and Tuesday, August 29th and 30th 7 to 10 p.m., with callback being held on Wednesday, August 31st from 6:30 to 10 p.m.
Try to be familiar with the concept of the movie, the characters and the music from the show. Dress accordingly for a short dance audition including footwear.
Bring a resume and a complete list of conflicts from Aug 29 to Nov 6.
Performances dates are October 21, 22, 28, 29, 31; November 4, 5 and 6.
SPECIAL NOTE: October 31 is a special Halloween performance at 7 p.m.
Leavenworth Performing Arts Center, 500 Delaware St, (913) 651-0027, River City Community Players
Principal Roles (Male)
Gomez Addams, Playing Age: 40-50 - A man of Spanish descent who takes great pride in his family and revels in all it means to be an "Addams." He struggles with having to keep his daughters secret from his wife, whom he adores more than death. Smart, comedic actor with tenor vocals. Husband to Morticia, if indeed they are married at all ... a crafty schemer, but also a jolly man in his own way... though sometimes misguided ... sentimental and often puckish - optimistic, he has full enthusiasm for his dreadful plots... is sometimes seen in a rather formal dressing gown.
Vocal Range: Tenor - B flat to G sharp;
Dancing: Waltz, Tango and Superior Movement
Uncle Fester (Addams), Playing Age: 30-40 - The androgynous family member who serves as the musicals narrator. He is larger than life, an energetic, joyous, child-like presence. A vaudeville style comedian with tenor vocals. Uncle Fester is incorrigible and except for the good nature of the family and the ignorance of the police, would ordinarily be under lock and key ... the eyes are pig-like and deeply embedded ... he likes to fish, but usually employs dynamite ... he keeps falcons on the roof which he uses for hunting ... his one costume, summer and winter is a black great coat with an enormous collar... he is fat with pudgy little hands and feet.
Vocal Range: Tenor - C sharp to C sharp (preferably at belt)
Dancing: Minimal but Basic Movement
Lucas Beineke, Playing Age: 18-24 - Attractive, in shape young man. Fell in love with Wednesday Addams and plans to marry her. Experiences the youthful pain and drama of young love and struggles with the differences between his family and the Addams family. Contemporary pop tenor vocals. Lucas is (for the most part), a fairly normal person. He writes poetry and is apparently a romantic. He also has a crazy and dark side, proven during "Crazier Than You". He also seems to believe in traditional things like getting his parents blessing before getting married.
Vocal Range: Tenor - C sharp to C sharp
Dancing: Waltz and Basic Movement
Pugsley Addams, Playing Age: 10–14 - A charming, funny, husky boy who loves being tortured by his sister. He wants to ensure he won't lose his sister to her new boyfriend so he takes matters into his own hands. Strong, high vocals. Voice not yet changed. An energetic monster of a boy ... and a dedicated troublemaker, in other words the kid next door ... genius in his own way, he makes toy guillotines, full-size racks, threatens to poison his sister, can turn himself into a Mr. Hyde with an ordinary chemical set ... his voice is hoarse ... is sometimes allowed an occasional cigar (but not during the show).
Vocal Range: Tenor - A sharp to F sharp
Dancing: Minimal but Basic Movement
Mal Beineke, Playing Age: 40-55 - Stuffy father of Lucas and exasperated husband to his rhyming wife, Alice. At one time was a follower of The Grateful Dead but has lost that side of himself. Always looking out for his family. Male actor with high baritone/tenor vocals. Loves his family but has trouble dealing with both Alice and Lucas as well as his inner being.
Vocal Range: Tenor - C sharp to A sharp
Dancing: Waltz and Basic Movement
Lurch, Playing Age: 30-60 - A very tall male character, the Addams butler who knows all. He speaks in moans and groans without becoming a cartoon version of himself. His movement is always very slow. Character actor with a low bass vocal.
Vocal Range: Bass - E flat to E sharp
Dancing: None
Principal Roles (Female)
Morticia Addams, Playing Age: 40-55 – In shape, attractive, leggy, the strength of the family. An easy comedic actress with a sexy, dry wit. Feels her husband is hiding something from her and will use any tactic to lure the secret out. A strong dancer/mover with alto/mezzo soprano vocals. The real head of the family ... low-voiced, incisive and subtle, smiles are rare ... ruined beauty ... contemptuous and original and with fierce family loyalty ... even in disposition, muted, witty, sometimes deadly ... given to low-keyed rhapsodies about her garden of deadly nightshade, henbane and dwarf's hair...
Vocal Range: Alto - G sharp to B flat
Dancing: Waltz, Tango and Superior Movement (very sexy dance moves)
Wednesday Addams, Playing Age: 16-21 - Wednesday is an attractive, in shape girl who has the same dry wit and sensibility of her mother. Finds love with a "normal" boy (Lucas) and wants to introduce his family to hers. Experiences the youthful drama that comes with first love. Lucas can actually put a smile on her face. Strong popbelt vocals. Child of woe is wane and delicate ... sensitive and on the quiet side, she loves the picnics and outings to the underground caverns ... a solemn child, prim in dress and, on the whole, pretty lost ... secretive and imaginative, poetic, seems underprivileged and given to occasional tantrums ... has six toes on one foot.
Vocal Range: Soprano - A sharp to E sharp
Dancing: Waltz and Basic Movement
Alice Beineke, Playing Age: 30-40 - Mother of Lucas, devoted to her family so she puts aside her own desires. In shape, quirky female who often speaks in rhyme. While at the Addams Family dinner party, she drinks a potion that causes her to let her hair down and speak her truth. Comedic actress with soprano/belt vocals.
Vocal Range: Soprano - A flat to G sharp
Dancing: Waltz and Basic Movement
Grandmama, Playing Age: 60-80 - She is a feisty 102 year old woman. Fun and quirky, but don't mess with Grandma. Comedic actress with strong character vocals. This disrespectful old hag is the mother of Gomez ... she willingly helps with the dishes, cheats at solitaire and is roughly dishonest ... the complexion is dark, the hair is white and frizzy and uncombed ... she has a light beard and a large mole ... foolishly good natured ... fumbling, weak character ... is easily fooled.
Vocal Range: Belt - G sharp to F sharp
Dancing: Minimal but Basic Movement
ENSEMBLE ANCESTORS (The Extended Family) - 5 Male and 5 Female (or more if desired) Ensemble Singers and Dancers who are smart performers, who can morph into statues at a given moment and are trained dancers who have a fun and quirky sensibility. These actors should be from the age of 18 (possibly the age of 16 depending on vocal ability) who have a good range of dance styles.
Women-Jilted Bride, Flapper, Native American, Flight Attendant, Saloon Girl
Men-Caveman, Conquistador, Puritan, Soldier, Victorian Gambler
Vocal Ranges: All Ranges
Dancing: Tango, Flamenco, Waltz and Basic Movement.
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August 9, 2016
Updated Open Call for Addams Family The Musical Auditions
The River City Community Players announce an Open Call for auditions for The Addams Family (the musical.)
The Addams Family (the musical) features an original story, and it's every father's nightmare. Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, has grown up and fallen in love with a sweet, smart young man from a respectable family.
A man her parents have never met. And if that weren't upsetting enough, Wednesday confides in her father and begs him not to tell her mother. Now, Gomez Addams must do something he's never done before ... keep this secret from his beloved wife, Mortica.
Everything will change for the whole family on the fateful night they host a dinner for Wednesday's 'normal' boyfriend and his parents.
Music and lyrics by Andrew Lippa, directed by Nino Casisi.
Auditions are Monday and Tuesday, August 29th and 30th from 7 - 10 p.m., with callbacks on Wednesday, August 30th from 6:30 to 10 p.m.
Please prepare 16-32 bars of a Broadway style selection (not from the Addams Family) to showcase your vocal range. Make sure your song is memorized.
Bring sheet music with your part highlighted. An accompanist will be provided.
NO ACCAPELLA singing or device like CD, I-Pod, MP3 or cell phone will be allowed.
Try to be familiar with the concept of the movie, the characters and the music from the show. Dress accordingly for a short dance audition including footwear.
Bring a resume and a complete list of conflicts from Aug 29 to Nov 6.
Performances dates are October 21, 22, 28, 29, 31; November 4, 5 and 6.
SPECIAL NOTE: October 31 is a special Halloween performance at 7 p.m.
Leavenworth Performing Arts Center, 500 Delaware St, (913) 651-0027, www.rccplv.com
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The Addams Family (the musical) features an original story, and it's every father's nightmare. Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, has grown up and fallen in love with a sweet, smart young man from a respectable family.
A man her parents have never met. And if that weren't upsetting enough, Wednesday confides in her father and begs him not to tell her mother. Now, Gomez Addams must do something he's never done before ... keep this secret from his beloved wife, Mortica.
Everything will change for the whole family on the fateful night they host a dinner for Wednesday's 'normal' boyfriend and his parents.
Music and lyrics by Andrew Lippa, directed by Nino Casisi.
Auditions are Monday and Tuesday, August 29th and 30th from 7 - 10 p.m., with callbacks on Wednesday, August 30th from 6:30 to 10 p.m.
Please prepare 16-32 bars of a Broadway style selection (not from the Addams Family) to showcase your vocal range. Make sure your song is memorized.
Bring sheet music with your part highlighted. An accompanist will be provided.
NO ACCAPELLA singing or device like CD, I-Pod, MP3 or cell phone will be allowed.
Try to be familiar with the concept of the movie, the characters and the music from the show. Dress accordingly for a short dance audition including footwear.
Bring a resume and a complete list of conflicts from Aug 29 to Nov 6.
Performances dates are October 21, 22, 28, 29, 31; November 4, 5 and 6.
SPECIAL NOTE: October 31 is a special Halloween performance at 7 p.m.
Leavenworth Performing Arts Center, 500 Delaware St, (913) 651-0027, www.rccplv.com
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Open Call for Addams Family The Musical Auditions
The River City Community Players announce an Open Call for auditions for The Addams Family (the musical.)
The Addams Family (the musical) features an original story, and it's every father's nightmare. Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, has grown up and fallen in love with a sweet, smart young man from a respectable family.
A man her parents have never met. And if that weren't upsetting enough, Wednesday confides in her father and begs him not to tell her mother. Now, Gomez Addams must do something he's never done before ... keep this secret from his beloved wife, Mortica.
Everything will change for the whole family on the fateful night they host a dinner for Wednesday's 'normal' boyfriend and his parents.
Music and lyrics by Andrew Lippa, directed by Nino Casisi.
Please prepare 16-32 bars of a Broadway style selection (not from the Addams Family) to showcase your vocal range. Make sure your song is memorized.
Bring sheet music with your part highlighted. An accompanist will be provided.
NO ACCAPELLA singing or device like CD, I-Pod, MP3 or cell phone will be allowed.
Try to be familiar with the concept of the movie, the characters and the music from the show. Dress accordingly for a short dance audition including footwear.
Bring a resume and a complete list of conflicts from Aug 29 to Nov 6.
Performances dates are October 21, 22, 28, 29, 31; November 4, 5 and 6.
SPECIAL NOTE: October 31 is a special Halloween performance at 7 p.m.
Leavenworth Performing Arts Center, 500 Delaware St, (913) 651-0027, www.rccplv.com
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The Addams Family (the musical) features an original story, and it's every father's nightmare. Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, has grown up and fallen in love with a sweet, smart young man from a respectable family.
A man her parents have never met. And if that weren't upsetting enough, Wednesday confides in her father and begs him not to tell her mother. Now, Gomez Addams must do something he's never done before ... keep this secret from his beloved wife, Mortica.
Everything will change for the whole family on the fateful night they host a dinner for Wednesday's 'normal' boyfriend and his parents.
Music and lyrics by Andrew Lippa, directed by Nino Casisi.
Please prepare 16-32 bars of a Broadway style selection (not from the Addams Family) to showcase your vocal range. Make sure your song is memorized.
Bring sheet music with your part highlighted. An accompanist will be provided.
NO ACCAPELLA singing or device like CD, I-Pod, MP3 or cell phone will be allowed.
Try to be familiar with the concept of the movie, the characters and the music from the show. Dress accordingly for a short dance audition including footwear.
Bring a resume and a complete list of conflicts from Aug 29 to Nov 6.
Performances dates are October 21, 22, 28, 29, 31; November 4, 5 and 6.
SPECIAL NOTE: October 31 is a special Halloween performance at 7 p.m.
Leavenworth Performing Arts Center, 500 Delaware St, (913) 651-0027, www.rccplv.com
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August 7, 2016
THE ELEPHANT MAN..Industry Night...Monday night at The Barn!
The Barn Players
INDUSTRY NIGHT!
Monday, August 8th, 2016
THE ELEPHANT MAN
The Barn has added an additional performance of our
fourth patron show of the 2016 season on Monday night,
August 8th at 7:30pm, to give our friends in the theatre
community a chance to see this wonderful production!
Tickets will be only be available at the door for this special
performance, and are open to one and all, but we'd love to
see as many local performers, technicians, producers and
volunteers as possible.
For this special Industry Night performance,
ALL TICKETS ARE JUST $12!
Make your plans today, and we'll see you in the audience on
Monday, August 8th!
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INDUSTRY NIGHT!
Monday, August 8th, 2016
THE ELEPHANT MAN
The Barn has added an additional performance of our
fourth patron show of the 2016 season on Monday night,
August 8th at 7:30pm, to give our friends in the theatre
community a chance to see this wonderful production!
Tickets will be only be available at the door for this special
performance, and are open to one and all, but we'd love to
see as many local performers, technicians, producers and
volunteers as possible.
For this special Industry Night performance,
ALL TICKETS ARE JUST $12!
Make your plans today, and we'll see you in the audience on
Monday, August 8th!
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Call for 10-Minute Original Plays for The Barn's Annual Play Festival!
BARN PLAYERS 6x10 FESTIVAL - CALL FOR SCRIPTS
DEADLINE EXTENDED!
Grab your pencils! Or laptops! The Barn Players Theatre is
holding
its eighth annual 6x10 Play Festival on December 9th – 11th
and we are looking for some great scripts. The Festival will
produce six short plays, each roughly ten minutes in length
and all by local & regional writers. Tell us a great story in ten
minutes and you'll get the chance to see your work
performed on our stage.
Playwrights whose scripts are selected will be encouraged
to
participate in rehearsal and to work collaboratively with the
director. They may modify their script as they watch it take
shape on
the stage.
GUIDELINES (please read and follow carefully)
- All playwrights must live within 300 miles of Kansas City.
- Scripts may not have been produced or self-produced
previously in the Greater Kansas City area.
- Scripts should be easily produced in the context of a ten-
minute
play festival (i.e. small casts and simple sets)
- Each playwright may submit up to two (2) scripts for
review.
- Scripts may only be submitted electronically to
"tenminute@thebarnplayers.org". Scripts sent via US mail
or dropped off at The Barn will not be considered.
- Each play must be a blind submission (i.e. no playwright
identifiers anywhere on the script or cover page) and must
be accompanied by a separate document or email with
playwright's contact information. Submissions received
without following the rules regarding contact information
may be immediately disqualified.
- Each playwright submitting a play will receive a notice of
receipt.
- No comments or feedback on the scripts will be given.
- There is no entry fee.
- Failure to follow these guidelines of submission will
automatically disqualify a script(s) from consideration.
- Deadline for submission is August 31st, 2016
- Selections will be made and all playwrights informed
through the a posting on The Barn Players website at
www.thebarnplayers.org.
By submitting a script for consideration, the playwright
agrees that
The Barn Players may produce the script during the festival.
The
playwright agrees to waive any royalty for the production of
the piece
in the festival and relinquishes all rights to casting decisions
or
scenic choices.
For more information, please contact Eric Magnus, Artistic
Director of The Barn Players at emagnitude@me.com
The Barn Players embraces diversity in all aspects of our
organization. Non-traditional and equal-opportunity
casting is encouraged.
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DEADLINE EXTENDED!
Grab your pencils! Or laptops! The Barn Players Theatre is
holding
its eighth annual 6x10 Play Festival on December 9th – 11th
and we are looking for some great scripts. The Festival will
produce six short plays, each roughly ten minutes in length
and all by local & regional writers. Tell us a great story in ten
minutes and you'll get the chance to see your work
performed on our stage.
Playwrights whose scripts are selected will be encouraged
to
participate in rehearsal and to work collaboratively with the
director. They may modify their script as they watch it take
shape on
the stage.
GUIDELINES (please read and follow carefully)
- All playwrights must live within 300 miles of Kansas City.
- Scripts may not have been produced or self-produced
previously in the Greater Kansas City area.
- Scripts should be easily produced in the context of a ten-
minute
play festival (i.e. small casts and simple sets)
- Each playwright may submit up to two (2) scripts for
review.
- Scripts may only be submitted electronically to
"tenminute@thebarnplayers.org". Scripts sent via US mail
or dropped off at The Barn will not be considered.
- Each play must be a blind submission (i.e. no playwright
identifiers anywhere on the script or cover page) and must
be accompanied by a separate document or email with
playwright's contact information. Submissions received
without following the rules regarding contact information
may be immediately disqualified.
- Each playwright submitting a play will receive a notice of
receipt.
- No comments or feedback on the scripts will be given.
- There is no entry fee.
- Failure to follow these guidelines of submission will
automatically disqualify a script(s) from consideration.
- Deadline for submission is August 31st, 2016
- Selections will be made and all playwrights informed
through the a posting on The Barn Players website at
www.thebarnplayers.org.
By submitting a script for consideration, the playwright
agrees that
The Barn Players may produce the script during the festival.
The
playwright agrees to waive any royalty for the production of
the piece
in the festival and relinquishes all rights to casting decisions
or
scenic choices.
For more information, please contact Eric Magnus, Artistic
Director of The Barn Players at emagnitude@me.com
The Barn Players embraces diversity in all aspects of our
organization. Non-traditional and equal-opportunity
casting is encouraged.
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Call for Directors! Barn Players 2017 Benefit Concert
THE BARN PLAYERS
Call for Director…
The Barn Players
SUMMER BENEFIT CONCERT
2017
Process:
Submit a letter of application to The Barn Players, along
with your resume. Please include your experience in
directing, your experience in creating original benefit
concerts (if any) and your reasons for applying to direct.
Also, please include a vision for the benefit concert,
including concept and structure, possible song selections
and the ideas for the physical production of the show. An
interview will then be scheduled with the Artistic Director &
Assistant Artistic Director of The Barn.
Deadline to Apply:
August 31st, 2016, with interviews to be scheduled shortly
thereafter, by appointment only.
Show Concepts from past Benefit have included:
Women of Rock
Revolution: A Tribute to the Beatles
You Can't Stop The Beat: Rock on Broadway
Avenue Q to Xanadu: Songs from Broadway Musicals of
the 21st Century
Rehearsals:
The rehearsal schedule is at the discretion of the director,
and can begin at any time. The St. Pius rehearsal space
can be available at any time beginning June 25th. The
show moves into The Barn space on Monday, July 31st,
2017 with performances taking place on August 11 & 12 at
7:30pm and August 13, 2017 at 2:00pm.
Casting / Production Team / Physical Production:
Casting the show may be accomplished by open auditions
for actors and / or by director invitation…or, a combination
of both. Attendance at the benefit performances is often
related to the size of the cast. The director is encouraged
to cast the show with 10 – 20 performers, balancing
genders and actively seeking a multi-racial cast for the
production.
A small band of musicians is encouraged, which can be
simply one piano, a small combo or a small band.
The director is responsible for assembling the production
team for the project. There will be no monetary
compensation for any of the production team members or
musicians. As this is a benefit concert for The Barn Players,
they will be donating their time, energy and talent to the
process of creating the benefit for The Barn.
Director applicants are encouraged to have a creative, yet
minimal concept for the physical production of the show,
due to the short amount of time allotted for rehearsal time in
the space.
To submit an application or 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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Call for Director…
The Barn Players
SUMMER BENEFIT CONCERT
2017
Process:
Submit a letter of application to The Barn Players, along
with your resume. Please include your experience in
directing, your experience in creating original benefit
concerts (if any) and your reasons for applying to direct.
Also, please include a vision for the benefit concert,
including concept and structure, possible song selections
and the ideas for the physical production of the show. An
interview will then be scheduled with the Artistic Director &
Assistant Artistic Director of The Barn.
Deadline to Apply:
August 31st, 2016, with interviews to be scheduled shortly
thereafter, by appointment only.
Show Concepts from past Benefit have included:
Women of Rock
Revolution: A Tribute to the Beatles
You Can't Stop The Beat: Rock on Broadway
Avenue Q to Xanadu: Songs from Broadway Musicals of
the 21st Century
Rehearsals:
The rehearsal schedule is at the discretion of the director,
and can begin at any time. The St. Pius rehearsal space
can be available at any time beginning June 25th. The
show moves into The Barn space on Monday, July 31st,
2017 with performances taking place on August 11 & 12 at
7:30pm and August 13, 2017 at 2:00pm.
Casting / Production Team / Physical Production:
Casting the show may be accomplished by open auditions
for actors and / or by director invitation…or, a combination
of both. Attendance at the benefit performances is often
related to the size of the cast. The director is encouraged
to cast the show with 10 – 20 performers, balancing
genders and actively seeking a multi-racial cast for the
production.
A small band of musicians is encouraged, which can be
simply one piano, a small combo or a small band.
The director is responsible for assembling the production
team for the project. There will be no monetary
compensation for any of the production team members or
musicians. As this is a benefit concert for The Barn Players,
they will be donating their time, energy and talent to the
process of creating the benefit for The Barn.
Director applicants are encouraged to have a creative, yet
minimal concept for the physical production of the show,
due to the short amount of time allotted for rehearsal time in
the space.
To submit an application or 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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August 5, 2016
Troupe Auditions
The Murder Mystery Company
(Professional)
The Murder Mystery Company
Troupe Auditions: Aug 7: 11:59 am Sun Reservations
needed.
Seeking stage acting talent with all levels of
training, 18 & up, Non-Equity
Flexible schedule
Fun, professional improv and theatre acting
training
Be a part of hundreds of live theatre
performances a
year in the greater Kansas City area
Actor pay ranges from $65-100 per show and
occasionally may include tips, meals, and
reimbursements in select cases where travel is
extensive Become a part of the second largest
theatrical ,
organization in the nation, The Murder Mystery
Company: ,
The Experts in Mystery Entertainment! ,
***Auditions fill up fast! To reserve a spot visit
http://mmcauditions.com/casting-calls/kansas-
city/index.php
Stanford and Sons , 7328 W. 119th St. (913) 240-
6386, www.grimprov.com & http://mmcauditions.com
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(Professional)
The Murder Mystery Company
Troupe Auditions: Aug 7: 11:59 am Sun Reservations
needed.
Seeking stage acting talent with all levels of
training, 18 & up, Non-Equity
Flexible schedule
Fun, professional improv and theatre acting
training
Be a part of hundreds of live theatre
performances a
year in the greater Kansas City area
Actor pay ranges from $65-100 per show and
occasionally may include tips, meals, and
reimbursements in select cases where travel is
extensive Become a part of the second largest
theatrical ,
organization in the nation, The Murder Mystery
Company: ,
The Experts in Mystery Entertainment! ,
***Auditions fill up fast! To reserve a spot visit
http://mmcauditions.com/casting-calls/kansas-
city/index.php
Stanford and Sons , 7328 W. 119th St. (913) 240-
6386, www.grimprov.com & http://mmcauditions.com
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August 4, 2016
THE ELEPHANT MAN continues this weekend The Barn!
Don't miss the critically acclaimed production of..
THE ELEPHANT MAN
by Bernard Pomerance
Directed by Mark Hamilton
Stage Managed by Diane Bulan
Set Design by Laura Burkhart & Mark Hamilton
Lighting Design by Phil Leonard
Costume Coordination by Ashley Christopher
Choreography & Movement Coaching by
Meghann Deveroux
Assistant Stage Management by Amanda Rhodes
Sound Design by Sean Leistico
Production Intern: Alicia Miro
July 29th – August 14th
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sunday at 2:00pm
(Industry Night: Monday, August 8th)
STARRING
Coleman Crenshaw, David Innis & Stefanie Stevens
FEATURING
Eli Biesemeyer, Richard J. Burt, Meghann Deveroux,
Dee Dee Diemer, Sean Leistico, Lindsay Lovejoy, Alicia Miro,
Jeph Scanlon, Scott Turner & Daniel Yung
SYNOPSIS:
The Elephant Man is based on the life of John Merrick, who
lived in London during the latter part of the nineteenth
century.
A horribly deformed young man, victim of rare skin and
bone
diseases, he has become the star freak attraction in
traveling
side shows. Found abandoned and helpless, he is admitted
to
London's prestigious Whitechapel hospital. Under the care
of
celebrated young physician Frederick Treves, Merrick is
introduced to London society and slowly evolves from an
object of pity to an urbane and witty favorite of the
aristocracy
and literati only to be denied his ultimate dream, to become
a
man like any other.
All performances are at:
The Barn Players Theatre, 6219 Martway, Mission, KS.
Ticket pricing:
REGULAR - $18.00
SENIORS - $ 15.00
GROUPS (10 OR MORE) - $12.00
STUDENTS (WITH A VALID STUDENT ID) - $12.00
WE ACCEPT CREDIT CARDS!
VISA, MASTERCARD & DISCOVER!
The box office opens one hour before curtain time.
For reservations, please call or call 1-800-838-3006
or visit our website at www.thebarnplayers.org
Production support provided by…
The Mainstreet Credit Union
Northeast Johnson County Chamber of Commerce
St. Pius School
Media partner support provided by…
94.9 KCMO
710 AM / 103.7 KCMO Talk Radio
The Barn Players embraces diversity in all aspects of our
organization. Non-traditional and equal-opportunity
casting is
encouraged.
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THE ELEPHANT MAN
by Bernard Pomerance
Directed by Mark Hamilton
Stage Managed by Diane Bulan
Set Design by Laura Burkhart & Mark Hamilton
Lighting Design by Phil Leonard
Costume Coordination by Ashley Christopher
Choreography & Movement Coaching by
Meghann Deveroux
Assistant Stage Management by Amanda Rhodes
Sound Design by Sean Leistico
Production Intern: Alicia Miro
July 29th – August 14th
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sunday at 2:00pm
(Industry Night: Monday, August 8th)
STARRING
Coleman Crenshaw, David Innis & Stefanie Stevens
FEATURING
Eli Biesemeyer, Richard J. Burt, Meghann Deveroux,
Dee Dee Diemer, Sean Leistico, Lindsay Lovejoy, Alicia Miro,
Jeph Scanlon, Scott Turner & Daniel Yung
SYNOPSIS:
The Elephant Man is based on the life of John Merrick, who
lived in London during the latter part of the nineteenth
century.
A horribly deformed young man, victim of rare skin and
bone
diseases, he has become the star freak attraction in
traveling
side shows. Found abandoned and helpless, he is admitted
to
London's prestigious Whitechapel hospital. Under the care
of
celebrated young physician Frederick Treves, Merrick is
introduced to London society and slowly evolves from an
object of pity to an urbane and witty favorite of the
aristocracy
and literati only to be denied his ultimate dream, to become
a
man like any other.
All performances are at:
The Barn Players Theatre, 6219 Martway, Mission, KS.
Ticket pricing:
REGULAR - $18.00
SENIORS - $ 15.00
GROUPS (10 OR MORE) - $12.00
STUDENTS (WITH A VALID STUDENT ID) - $12.00
WE ACCEPT CREDIT CARDS!
VISA, MASTERCARD & DISCOVER!
The box office opens one hour before curtain time.
For reservations, please call or call 1-800-838-3006
or visit our website at www.thebarnplayers.org
Production support provided by…
The Mainstreet Credit Union
Northeast Johnson County Chamber of Commerce
St. Pius School
Media partner support provided by…
94.9 KCMO
710 AM / 103.7 KCMO Talk Radio
The Barn Players embraces diversity in all aspects of our
organization. Non-traditional and equal-opportunity
casting is
encouraged.
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Open Call Auditions
Auditions for . . .
The Toymaker and Me (by Marc Wayne)
Everyone has a spark that makes them something
special—even though, sadly, it can go
undiscovered or be extinguished. Join us on a
journey of awakening and rediscovery as Thoman
Baker—a very special toymaker—and Claire—a
precocious and determined orphan—discover and
rediscover their special sparks, as . . . they
find each other. When a gift meets a need—
sparks fly and life happens. In Marc Wayne's
The Toymaker and Me, that life comes in
surprisingly moving ways.
This premier production of Marc Wayne's
(www.marcwayne.com) The Toymaker and Me is
family-friendly and appropriate for all ages.
It may be especially appealing to kids, as it
focuses on a young orphan girl (approximately
11-12 years old) who in the process of
discovering her unique giftedness (her "spark")
helps Mr. Baker, a somewhat cranky old
toymaker, rediscover the joy and meaning of
life. Kids of all ages will certainly enjoy the
results of their connection, as toys of all
types come alive onstage before our very eyes.
The Toymaker and Me is written and directed by
Marc Wayne, produced by EnArts
(www.enarts.org). Leads are paid, non-union
roles, commensurate with age and experience.
Show dates and location are still being
finalized: First run will likely be November
17-23 at the Vineyard Church (12300 NW
Arrowhead Trafficway, KC, MO 64165) in the
Kansas City Northland; with a potential second
4-5 day run at a different venue in December.
Rehearsals begin September 6, with mostly
evening and possibly some daytime rehearsals
(for those whose schedules will permit). More
details coming soon at www.enarts.org/whats-
happening.
Auditions
Open call auditions are being held Wednesday
and Thursday (August 24-25) at Crown Center (2
locations: see below). You may attend either
audition (callbacks to be announced, if
needed).
When: Wednesday, August 24, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Where: Theatre Lab at The Coterie Theatre in
Crown Center
2450 Grand Ave, #144, Kansas City, MO 64108
See the Coterie website for directions:
http://thecoterie.org/directions-parking
What: Depending on the role:
Cold readings from the script
Prepared sides from the script*
*Sides will be available on site for some prep-
time or you can download them from the website
(www.enarts.org/whats-happening)
1-3 minute monologue at auditioner's discretion
Dancers: A brief dance routine/evaluation for
those interested in being a "living toy"
We're looking for advanced, pro-level dancers
(ages 13 and up)—strong in either ballet,
contemporary, tap, juggling, and
tumbling/gymnastics; also roller
skating/blading and ballroom experience is a
plus
When: Wednesday, August 25, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Where: the Musical Theatre Heritage (MTH)
theatre in Crown Center
2450 Grand Blvd #301, Kansas City, MO 64108
See the MTH website for directions:
http://www.musicaltheaterheritage.com/location.
html
What: Depending on the role:
Cold readings from the script
Prepared sides from the script*
*Sides will be available on site for some prep-
time, or you can download them from the website
(www.enarts.org/whats-happening)
1-3 minute monologue at auditioner's discretion
Dancers: A brief dance routine/evaluation for
those interested in being a "living toy"
We're looking for advanced, pro-level dancers
(ages 13 and up)—strong in either ballet,
contemporary, tap, juggling, and
tumbling/gymnastics; also roller
skating/blading and ballroom experience is a
plus
Callbacks
When: To be scheduled/announced if needed
For more information, contact us at
enarts@earthlink.net or call Greg at
816.734.1657.
Cast
*See below for details on leads
Claire (lead: 11/12-year-old female; orphan,
being fostered by Cynthia Applegate, occasional
British
accent)
Thoman Baker (lead: 45-55-year-old male;
toymaker, widower)
Cynthia Applegate (principal: 50-55-year-old
female; foster parent to Claire & Bethany)
Bethany (principal: 11/12-year-old female;
orphan, being fostered by Cynthia Applegate)
Eugene Wilson Newsburgy (support: 40-50-year-
old male; former employee of Thoman, now
owns Gilmon's Gifts & Toy Shoppe)
Paris (support: 40-45-year-old female; clerk at
Miller's Market; former employee of Baker's
Toys)
Sylvia Tilbert (minor: 30-40-year-old female;
administrator of Eastman Adoption Agency)
Pastor John Taylor (support: 35-60-year-old
male; St. Thomas Community Church)
Virginia Wellington (minor: 50-65-year-old
female; great-great-granddaughter of Edwin
Wellington, Founder of the city of Wellington)
Ella Baker (minor: 25-30-year-old female; wife
of Thoman (15 years previous), loved children,
sweet, elegant, beautiful)
Butler (minor: male; at Orphans Ball)
Emcee (minor: male; at Orphans Ball)
Jimmy Fenway (minor: male; singer at Orphans
Ball)
Workshop Doll (dancer)
Workshop Drummer (boy)
Police Officer 1 (minor: 25-50-year-old male)
Police Officer 2 (minor: 25-50-year-old male)
Townspeople (ensemble: all ages)
Orphans Benefit Ball Dancers
Baker's Toyshop Toy Dancers (ballet, tap,
contemporary, etc.)
Poindexter Skating Rink Skaters (roller/ice)
 
Leads/Principals
Claire
Claire is an 11-12-year-old orphan girl with no
last name. She is sweet, curious, extremely
perceptive (precocious in this sense) and
persistent, though somewhat socially awkward
(probably as a result of her unsettled
history). Claire's strongest characteristic is
her big heart. This, in essence, is her
"spark"—Claire is very compassionate, a
characteristic which, when combined with her
perceptiveness, allows her to sense and feel
people's hurts/needs sooner and deeper than
others. As an orphan who has been in foster
homes and "rejected" by families all her life,
she is fundamentally sad and lonely (a trait
which allows her to sympathize with others who
experience the same thing). She thus longs to
find a home and be wanted and needed.
Thoman Baker
Thoman is a late 40s-55-year-old widower. He
is—or was—a toymaker. He was in fact the toy-
maker—the envy of other toymakers—because his
toys didn't need wind-up knobs or springs. In
the hands of a good- or open-hearted person,
Thoman's toys came alive. The ability to make
toys that "lived" in the hands of receptive
people was Thoman's special gift or "spark."
(Think, the quintessential encourager.) As we
come to learn, it did not exist on its own,
however, but was fueled by Thoman's love for
his wife, who had a big heart for children,
especially sick and orphaned children. When
his pregnant wife, Ella, and their unborn child
die, Thoman's "spark" is extinguished and, over
time, he becomes an isolated, somewhat crusty,
"grumpy old man." Thoman is thus stuck in the
past, with a deep and profound sadness that
prevents him from experiencing and enjoying
anything new—that is until Claire comes along
(and we see his slow rediscovery of life).
Cynthia Applegate
Cynthia Applegate is a caring, middle-aged
woman, who through the years has fostered many
children in need of homes. She is an orderly,
woman of faith (though not rigid) who provides
a stable and encouraging place for Claire and
Bethany. She has a somewhat unrevealed
knowledge of the history of the town and its
people—enough to "protect" and guide the
children.
Bethany
Bethany is an energetic, curious, outgoing and
outspoken 10-12-year-old orphan girl, who lives
with Claire and Ms. Applegate. Slightly self-
absorbed, Bethany's "on-the-go" spirit combines
with her expressive nature to create awkward
and even tense moments, often via blunt
questions or statements. Living with Ms.
Applegate, she is "like a sister" to Claire.
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The Toymaker and Me (by Marc Wayne)
Everyone has a spark that makes them something
special—even though, sadly, it can go
undiscovered or be extinguished. Join us on a
journey of awakening and rediscovery as Thoman
Baker—a very special toymaker—and Claire—a
precocious and determined orphan—discover and
rediscover their special sparks, as . . . they
find each other. When a gift meets a need—
sparks fly and life happens. In Marc Wayne's
The Toymaker and Me, that life comes in
surprisingly moving ways.
This premier production of Marc Wayne's
(www.marcwayne.com) The Toymaker and Me is
family-friendly and appropriate for all ages.
It may be especially appealing to kids, as it
focuses on a young orphan girl (approximately
11-12 years old) who in the process of
discovering her unique giftedness (her "spark")
helps Mr. Baker, a somewhat cranky old
toymaker, rediscover the joy and meaning of
life. Kids of all ages will certainly enjoy the
results of their connection, as toys of all
types come alive onstage before our very eyes.
The Toymaker and Me is written and directed by
Marc Wayne, produced by EnArts
(www.enarts.org). Leads are paid, non-union
roles, commensurate with age and experience.
Show dates and location are still being
finalized: First run will likely be November
17-23 at the Vineyard Church (12300 NW
Arrowhead Trafficway, KC, MO 64165) in the
Kansas City Northland; with a potential second
4-5 day run at a different venue in December.
Rehearsals begin September 6, with mostly
evening and possibly some daytime rehearsals
(for those whose schedules will permit). More
details coming soon at www.enarts.org/whats-
happening.
Auditions
Open call auditions are being held Wednesday
and Thursday (August 24-25) at Crown Center (2
locations: see below). You may attend either
audition (callbacks to be announced, if
needed).
When: Wednesday, August 24, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Where: Theatre Lab at The Coterie Theatre in
Crown Center
2450 Grand Ave, #144, Kansas City, MO 64108
See the Coterie website for directions:
http://thecoterie.org/directions-parking
What: Depending on the role:
Cold readings from the script
Prepared sides from the script*
*Sides will be available on site for some prep-
time or you can download them from the website
(www.enarts.org/whats-happening)
1-3 minute monologue at auditioner's discretion
Dancers: A brief dance routine/evaluation for
those interested in being a "living toy"
We're looking for advanced, pro-level dancers
(ages 13 and up)—strong in either ballet,
contemporary, tap, juggling, and
tumbling/gymnastics; also roller
skating/blading and ballroom experience is a
plus
When: Wednesday, August 25, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Where: the Musical Theatre Heritage (MTH)
theatre in Crown Center
2450 Grand Blvd #301, Kansas City, MO 64108
See the MTH website for directions:
http://www.musicaltheaterheritage.com/location.
html
What: Depending on the role:
Cold readings from the script
Prepared sides from the script*
*Sides will be available on site for some prep-
time, or you can download them from the website
(www.enarts.org/whats-happening)
1-3 minute monologue at auditioner's discretion
Dancers: A brief dance routine/evaluation for
those interested in being a "living toy"
We're looking for advanced, pro-level dancers
(ages 13 and up)—strong in either ballet,
contemporary, tap, juggling, and
tumbling/gymnastics; also roller
skating/blading and ballroom experience is a
plus
Callbacks
When: To be scheduled/announced if needed
For more information, contact us at
enarts@earthlink.net or call Greg at
816.734.1657.
Cast
*See below for details on leads
Claire (lead: 11/12-year-old female; orphan,
being fostered by Cynthia Applegate, occasional
British
accent)
Thoman Baker (lead: 45-55-year-old male;
toymaker, widower)
Cynthia Applegate (principal: 50-55-year-old
female; foster parent to Claire & Bethany)
Bethany (principal: 11/12-year-old female;
orphan, being fostered by Cynthia Applegate)
Eugene Wilson Newsburgy (support: 40-50-year-
old male; former employee of Thoman, now
owns Gilmon's Gifts & Toy Shoppe)
Paris (support: 40-45-year-old female; clerk at
Miller's Market; former employee of Baker's
Toys)
Sylvia Tilbert (minor: 30-40-year-old female;
administrator of Eastman Adoption Agency)
Pastor John Taylor (support: 35-60-year-old
male; St. Thomas Community Church)
Virginia Wellington (minor: 50-65-year-old
female; great-great-granddaughter of Edwin
Wellington, Founder of the city of Wellington)
Ella Baker (minor: 25-30-year-old female; wife
of Thoman (15 years previous), loved children,
sweet, elegant, beautiful)
Butler (minor: male; at Orphans Ball)
Emcee (minor: male; at Orphans Ball)
Jimmy Fenway (minor: male; singer at Orphans
Ball)
Workshop Doll (dancer)
Workshop Drummer (boy)
Police Officer 1 (minor: 25-50-year-old male)
Police Officer 2 (minor: 25-50-year-old male)
Townspeople (ensemble: all ages)
Orphans Benefit Ball Dancers
Baker's Toyshop Toy Dancers (ballet, tap,
contemporary, etc.)
Poindexter Skating Rink Skaters (roller/ice)
 
Leads/Principals
Claire
Claire is an 11-12-year-old orphan girl with no
last name. She is sweet, curious, extremely
perceptive (precocious in this sense) and
persistent, though somewhat socially awkward
(probably as a result of her unsettled
history). Claire's strongest characteristic is
her big heart. This, in essence, is her
"spark"—Claire is very compassionate, a
characteristic which, when combined with her
perceptiveness, allows her to sense and feel
people's hurts/needs sooner and deeper than
others. As an orphan who has been in foster
homes and "rejected" by families all her life,
she is fundamentally sad and lonely (a trait
which allows her to sympathize with others who
experience the same thing). She thus longs to
find a home and be wanted and needed.
Thoman Baker
Thoman is a late 40s-55-year-old widower. He
is—or was—a toymaker. He was in fact the toy-
maker—the envy of other toymakers—because his
toys didn't need wind-up knobs or springs. In
the hands of a good- or open-hearted person,
Thoman's toys came alive. The ability to make
toys that "lived" in the hands of receptive
people was Thoman's special gift or "spark."
(Think, the quintessential encourager.) As we
come to learn, it did not exist on its own,
however, but was fueled by Thoman's love for
his wife, who had a big heart for children,
especially sick and orphaned children. When
his pregnant wife, Ella, and their unborn child
die, Thoman's "spark" is extinguished and, over
time, he becomes an isolated, somewhat crusty,
"grumpy old man." Thoman is thus stuck in the
past, with a deep and profound sadness that
prevents him from experiencing and enjoying
anything new—that is until Claire comes along
(and we see his slow rediscovery of life).
Cynthia Applegate
Cynthia Applegate is a caring, middle-aged
woman, who through the years has fostered many
children in need of homes. She is an orderly,
woman of faith (though not rigid) who provides
a stable and encouraging place for Claire and
Bethany. She has a somewhat unrevealed
knowledge of the history of the town and its
people—enough to "protect" and guide the
children.
Bethany
Bethany is an energetic, curious, outgoing and
outspoken 10-12-year-old orphan girl, who lives
with Claire and Ms. Applegate. Slightly self-
absorbed, Bethany's "on-the-go" spirit combines
with her expressive nature to create awkward
and even tense moments, often via blunt
questions or statements. Living with Ms.
Applegate, she is "like a sister" to Claire.
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Open Call Auditions
Auditions for . . .
The Toymaker and Me (by Marc Wayne)
Everyone has a spark that makes them something
special—even though, sadly, it can go
undiscovered or be extinguished. Join us on a
journey of awakening and rediscovery as Thoman
Baker—a very special toymaker—and Claire—a
precocious and determined orphan—discover and
rediscover their special sparks, as . . . they
find each other. When a gift meets a need—
sparks fly and life happens. In Marc Wayne's
The Toymaker and Me, that life comes in
surprisingly moving ways.
This premier production of Marc Wayne's
(www.marcwayne.com) The Toymaker and Me is
family-friendly and appropriate for all ages.
It may be especially appealing to kids, as it
focuses on a young orphan girl (approximately
11-12 years old) who in the process of
discovering her unique giftedness (her "spark")
helps Mr. Baker, a somewhat cranky old
toymaker, rediscover the joy and meaning of
life. Kids of all ages will certainly enjoy the
results of their connection, as toys of all
types come alive onstage before our very eyes.
The Toymaker and Me is written and directed by
Marc Wayne, produced by EnArts
(www.enarts.org). Leads are paid, non-union
roles, commensurate with age and experience.
Show dates and location are still being
finalized: First run will likely be November
17-23 at the Vineyard Church (12300 NW
Arrowhead Trafficway, KC, MO 64165) in the
Kansas City Northland; with a potential second
4-5 day run at a different venue in December.
Rehearsals begin September 6, with mostly
evening and possibly some daytime rehearsals
(for those whose schedules will permit). More
details coming soon at www.enarts.org/whats-
happening.
Auditions
Open call auditions are being held Wednesday
and Thursday (August 24-25) at Crown Center (2
locations: see below). You may attend either
audition (callbacks to be announced, if
needed).
When: Wednesday, August 24, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Where: Theatre Lab at The Coterie Theatre in
Crown Center
2450 Grand Ave, #144, Kansas City, MO 64108
See the Coterie website for directions:
http://thecoterie.org/directions-parking
What: Depending on the role:
Cold readings from the script
Prepared sides from the script*
*Sides will be available on site for some prep-
time or you can download them from the website
(www.enarts.org/whats-happening)
1-3 minute monologue at auditioner's discretion
Dancers: A brief dance routine/evaluation for
those interested in being a "living toy"
We're looking for advanced, pro-level dancers
(ages 13 and up)—strong in either ballet,
contemporary, tap, juggling, and
tumbling/gymnastics; also roller
skating/blading and ballroom experience is a
plus
When: Wednesday, August 25, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Where: the Musical Theatre Heritage (MTH)
theatre in Crown Center
2450 Grand Blvd #301, Kansas City, MO 64108
See the MTH website for directions:
http://www.musicaltheaterheritage.com/location.
html
What: Depending on the role:
Cold readings from the script
Prepared sides from the script*
*Sides will be available on site for some prep-
time, or you can download them from the website
(www.enarts.org/whats-happening)
1-3 minute monologue at auditioner's discretion
Dancers: A brief dance routine/evaluation for
those interested in being a "living toy"
We're looking for advanced, pro-level dancers
(ages 13 and up)—strong in either ballet,
contemporary, tap, juggling, and
tumbling/gymnastics; also roller
skating/blading and ballroom experience is a
plus
Callbacks
When: To be scheduled/announced if needed
For more information, contact us at
enarts@earthlink.net or call Greg at
816.734.1657.
Cast
*See below for details on leads
Claire (lead: 11/12-year-old female; orphan,
being fostered by Cynthia Applegate, occasional
British
accent)
Thoman Baker (lead: 45-55-year-old male;
toymaker, widower)
Cynthia Applegate (principal: 50-55-year-old
female; foster parent to Claire & Bethany)
Bethany (principal: 11/12-year-old female;
orphan, being fostered by Cynthia Applegate)
Eugene Wilson Newsburgy (support: 40-50-year-
old male; former employee of Thoman, now
owns Gilmon's Gifts & Toy Shoppe)
Paris (support: 40-45-year-old female; clerk at
Miller's Market; former employee of Baker's
Toys)
Sylvia Tilbert (minor: 30-40-year-old female;
administrator of Eastman Adoption Agency)
Pastor John Taylor (support: 35-60-year-old
male; St. Thomas Community Church)
Virginia Wellington (minor: 50-65-year-old
female; great-great-granddaughter of Edwin
Wellington, Founder of the city of Wellington)
Ella Baker (minor: 25-30-year-old female; wife
of Thoman (15 years previous), loved children,
sweet, elegant, beautiful)
Butler (minor: male; at Orphans Ball)
Emcee (minor: male; at Orphans Ball)
Jimmy Fenway (minor: male; singer at Orphans
Ball)
Workshop Doll (dancer)
Workshop Drummer (boy)
Police Officer 1 (minor: 25-50-year-old male)
Police Officer 2 (minor: 25-50-year-old male)
Townspeople (ensemble: all ages)
Orphans Benefit Ball Dancers
Baker's Toyshop Toy Dancers (ballet, tap,
contemporary, etc.)
Poindexter Skating Rink Skaters (roller/ice)
 
Leads/Principals
Claire
Claire is an 11-12-year-old orphan girl with no
last name. She is sweet, curious, extremely
perceptive (precocious in this sense) and
persistent, though somewhat socially awkward
(probably as a result of her unsettled
history). Claire's strongest characteristic is
her big heart. This, in essence, is her
"spark"—Claire is very compassionate, a
characteristic which, when combined with her
perceptiveness, allows her to sense and feel
people's hurts/needs sooner and deeper than
others. As an orphan who has been in foster
homes and "rejected" by families all her life,
she is fundamentally sad and lonely (a trait
which allows her to sympathize with others who
experience the same thing). She thus longs to
find a home and be wanted and needed.
Thoman Baker
Thoman is a late 40s-55-year-old widower. He
is—or was—a toymaker. He was in fact the toy-
maker—the envy of other toymakers—because his
toys didn't need wind-up knobs or springs. In
the hands of a good- or open-hearted person,
Thoman's toys came alive. The ability to make
toys that "lived" in the hands of receptive
people was Thoman's special gift or "spark."
(Think, the quintessential encourager.) As we
come to learn, it did not exist on its own,
however, but was fueled by Thoman's love for
his wife, who had a big heart for children,
especially sick and orphaned children. When
his pregnant wife, Ella, and their unborn child
die, Thoman's "spark" is extinguished and, over
time, he becomes an isolated, somewhat crusty,
"grumpy old man." Thoman is thus stuck in the
past, with a deep and profound sadness that
prevents him from experiencing and enjoying
anything new—that is until Claire comes along
(and we see his slow rediscovery of life).
Cynthia Applegate
Cynthia Applegate is a caring, middle-aged
woman, who through the years has fostered many
children in need of homes. She is an orderly,
woman of faith (though not rigid) who provides
a stable and encouraging place for Claire and
Bethany. She has a somewhat unrevealed
knowledge of the history of the town and its
people—enough to "protect" and guide the
children.
Bethany
Bethany is an energetic, curious, outgoing and
outspoken 10-12-year-old orphan girl, who lives
with Claire and Ms. Applegate. Slightly self-
absorbed, Bethany's "on-the-go" spirit combines
with her expressive nature to create awkward
and even tense moments, often via blunt
questions or statements. Living with Ms.
Applegate, she is "like a sister" to Claire.
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The Toymaker and Me (by Marc Wayne)
Everyone has a spark that makes them something
special—even though, sadly, it can go
undiscovered or be extinguished. Join us on a
journey of awakening and rediscovery as Thoman
Baker—a very special toymaker—and Claire—a
precocious and determined orphan—discover and
rediscover their special sparks, as . . . they
find each other. When a gift meets a need—
sparks fly and life happens. In Marc Wayne's
The Toymaker and Me, that life comes in
surprisingly moving ways.
This premier production of Marc Wayne's
(www.marcwayne.com) The Toymaker and Me is
family-friendly and appropriate for all ages.
It may be especially appealing to kids, as it
focuses on a young orphan girl (approximately
11-12 years old) who in the process of
discovering her unique giftedness (her "spark")
helps Mr. Baker, a somewhat cranky old
toymaker, rediscover the joy and meaning of
life. Kids of all ages will certainly enjoy the
results of their connection, as toys of all
types come alive onstage before our very eyes.
The Toymaker and Me is written and directed by
Marc Wayne, produced by EnArts
(www.enarts.org). Leads are paid, non-union
roles, commensurate with age and experience.
Show dates and location are still being
finalized: First run will likely be November
17-23 at the Vineyard Church (12300 NW
Arrowhead Trafficway, KC, MO 64165) in the
Kansas City Northland; with a potential second
4-5 day run at a different venue in December.
Rehearsals begin September 6, with mostly
evening and possibly some daytime rehearsals
(for those whose schedules will permit). More
details coming soon at www.enarts.org/whats-
happening.
Auditions
Open call auditions are being held Wednesday
and Thursday (August 24-25) at Crown Center (2
locations: see below). You may attend either
audition (callbacks to be announced, if
needed).
When: Wednesday, August 24, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Where: Theatre Lab at The Coterie Theatre in
Crown Center
2450 Grand Ave, #144, Kansas City, MO 64108
See the Coterie website for directions:
http://thecoterie.org/directions-parking
What: Depending on the role:
Cold readings from the script
Prepared sides from the script*
*Sides will be available on site for some prep-
time or you can download them from the website
(www.enarts.org/whats-happening)
1-3 minute monologue at auditioner's discretion
Dancers: A brief dance routine/evaluation for
those interested in being a "living toy"
We're looking for advanced, pro-level dancers
(ages 13 and up)—strong in either ballet,
contemporary, tap, juggling, and
tumbling/gymnastics; also roller
skating/blading and ballroom experience is a
plus
When: Wednesday, August 25, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Where: the Musical Theatre Heritage (MTH)
theatre in Crown Center
2450 Grand Blvd #301, Kansas City, MO 64108
See the MTH website for directions:
http://www.musicaltheaterheritage.com/location.
html
What: Depending on the role:
Cold readings from the script
Prepared sides from the script*
*Sides will be available on site for some prep-
time, or you can download them from the website
(www.enarts.org/whats-happening)
1-3 minute monologue at auditioner's discretion
Dancers: A brief dance routine/evaluation for
those interested in being a "living toy"
We're looking for advanced, pro-level dancers
(ages 13 and up)—strong in either ballet,
contemporary, tap, juggling, and
tumbling/gymnastics; also roller
skating/blading and ballroom experience is a
plus
Callbacks
When: To be scheduled/announced if needed
For more information, contact us at
enarts@earthlink.net or call Greg at
816.734.1657.
Cast
*See below for details on leads
Claire (lead: 11/12-year-old female; orphan,
being fostered by Cynthia Applegate, occasional
British
accent)
Thoman Baker (lead: 45-55-year-old male;
toymaker, widower)
Cynthia Applegate (principal: 50-55-year-old
female; foster parent to Claire & Bethany)
Bethany (principal: 11/12-year-old female;
orphan, being fostered by Cynthia Applegate)
Eugene Wilson Newsburgy (support: 40-50-year-
old male; former employee of Thoman, now
owns Gilmon's Gifts & Toy Shoppe)
Paris (support: 40-45-year-old female; clerk at
Miller's Market; former employee of Baker's
Toys)
Sylvia Tilbert (minor: 30-40-year-old female;
administrator of Eastman Adoption Agency)
Pastor John Taylor (support: 35-60-year-old
male; St. Thomas Community Church)
Virginia Wellington (minor: 50-65-year-old
female; great-great-granddaughter of Edwin
Wellington, Founder of the city of Wellington)
Ella Baker (minor: 25-30-year-old female; wife
of Thoman (15 years previous), loved children,
sweet, elegant, beautiful)
Butler (minor: male; at Orphans Ball)
Emcee (minor: male; at Orphans Ball)
Jimmy Fenway (minor: male; singer at Orphans
Ball)
Workshop Doll (dancer)
Workshop Drummer (boy)
Police Officer 1 (minor: 25-50-year-old male)
Police Officer 2 (minor: 25-50-year-old male)
Townspeople (ensemble: all ages)
Orphans Benefit Ball Dancers
Baker's Toyshop Toy Dancers (ballet, tap,
contemporary, etc.)
Poindexter Skating Rink Skaters (roller/ice)
 
Leads/Principals
Claire
Claire is an 11-12-year-old orphan girl with no
last name. She is sweet, curious, extremely
perceptive (precocious in this sense) and
persistent, though somewhat socially awkward
(probably as a result of her unsettled
history). Claire's strongest characteristic is
her big heart. This, in essence, is her
"spark"—Claire is very compassionate, a
characteristic which, when combined with her
perceptiveness, allows her to sense and feel
people's hurts/needs sooner and deeper than
others. As an orphan who has been in foster
homes and "rejected" by families all her life,
she is fundamentally sad and lonely (a trait
which allows her to sympathize with others who
experience the same thing). She thus longs to
find a home and be wanted and needed.
Thoman Baker
Thoman is a late 40s-55-year-old widower. He
is—or was—a toymaker. He was in fact the toy-
maker—the envy of other toymakers—because his
toys didn't need wind-up knobs or springs. In
the hands of a good- or open-hearted person,
Thoman's toys came alive. The ability to make
toys that "lived" in the hands of receptive
people was Thoman's special gift or "spark."
(Think, the quintessential encourager.) As we
come to learn, it did not exist on its own,
however, but was fueled by Thoman's love for
his wife, who had a big heart for children,
especially sick and orphaned children. When
his pregnant wife, Ella, and their unborn child
die, Thoman's "spark" is extinguished and, over
time, he becomes an isolated, somewhat crusty,
"grumpy old man." Thoman is thus stuck in the
past, with a deep and profound sadness that
prevents him from experiencing and enjoying
anything new—that is until Claire comes along
(and we see his slow rediscovery of life).
Cynthia Applegate
Cynthia Applegate is a caring, middle-aged
woman, who through the years has fostered many
children in need of homes. She is an orderly,
woman of faith (though not rigid) who provides
a stable and encouraging place for Claire and
Bethany. She has a somewhat unrevealed
knowledge of the history of the town and its
people—enough to "protect" and guide the
children.
Bethany
Bethany is an energetic, curious, outgoing and
outspoken 10-12-year-old orphan girl, who lives
with Claire and Ms. Applegate. Slightly self-
absorbed, Bethany's "on-the-go" spirit combines
with her expressive nature to create awkward
and even tense moments, often via blunt
questions or statements. Living with Ms.
Applegate, she is "like a sister" to Claire.
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August 2, 2016
Lawrence Opera Theatre - Opera on Tap
Opera on Tap: Aug 4: 7 pm Thr
Lawrence Opera Theatre (LOT) returns to the
popular speakeasy bar, John Brown's Underground,
at 7 East 7th St. just off Massachussetts Street
in Downtown Lawrence. At this free event, five of
LOT's talented singers will present a varied
program, featuring songs and arias from works
based on the Bard's words, characters and
plays. The music shows off the versatility of
LOT's singers, who are as comfortable singing an
opera aria, a piece from musical theatre, or a pop
song.
Featuring Katherine Dick, Anna Patterson, Demi
Renault, Jake Chris Walters, and pianist Kyle
Naig.
FREE.
John Brown's Underground, 7 East 7th Street,
Lawrence, KS 66044
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Lawrence Opera Theatre (LOT) returns to the
popular speakeasy bar, John Brown's Underground,
at 7 East 7th St. just off Massachussetts Street
in Downtown Lawrence. At this free event, five of
LOT's talented singers will present a varied
program, featuring songs and arias from works
based on the Bard's words, characters and
plays. The music shows off the versatility of
LOT's singers, who are as comfortable singing an
opera aria, a piece from musical theatre, or a pop
song.
Featuring Katherine Dick, Anna Patterson, Demi
Renault, Jake Chris Walters, and pianist Kyle
Naig.
FREE.
John Brown's Underground, 7 East 7th Street,
Lawrence, KS 66044
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Lawrence Opera Theatre - Shakespeare at the Castle
Lawrence Opera Theatre
Shakespeare at the Castle: Aug 5: 7:30 pm Fri
Lawrence Opera Theatre (LOT) returns to
the Castle Tea Room to recreate the atmosphere of
a parlor concert, bringing intimacy between
performer and audience. Shakespeare 400 celebrates
the legacy of The Bard, and this program features
art songs and sonnets.
To make this evening truly special, complimentary
hors d'oeuvres, desserts, and wine are included.
$12-$15. Castle Tea Room, 1307 Massachussetts
Street, (785) 843-7469, (Suitable for Everyone)
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Shakespeare at the Castle: Aug 5: 7:30 pm Fri
Lawrence Opera Theatre (LOT) returns to
the Castle Tea Room to recreate the atmosphere of
a parlor concert, bringing intimacy between
performer and audience. Shakespeare 400 celebrates
the legacy of The Bard, and this program features
art songs and sonnets.
To make this evening truly special, complimentary
hors d'oeuvres, desserts, and wine are included.
$12-$15. Castle Tea Room, 1307 Massachussetts
Street, (785) 843-7469, (Suitable for Everyone)
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Lawrence Opera Theatre - Shakespeare at the Castle
Lawrence Opera Theatre
Shakespeare at the Castle: Aug 5: 7:30 pm Fri
Lawrence Opera Theatre (LOT) returns to
the Castle Tea Room to recreate the atmosphere of
a parlor concert, bringing intimacy between
performer and audience. Shakespeare 400 celebrates
the legacy of The Bard, and this program features
art songs and sonnets.
To make this evening truly special, complimentary
hors d'oeuvres, desserts, and wine are included.
$12-$15. Castle Tea Room, 1307 Massachussetts
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Shakespeare at the Castle: Aug 5: 7:30 pm Fri
Lawrence Opera Theatre (LOT) returns to
the Castle Tea Room to recreate the atmosphere of
a parlor concert, bringing intimacy between
performer and audience. Shakespeare 400 celebrates
the legacy of The Bard, and this program features
art songs and sonnets.
To make this evening truly special, complimentary
hors d'oeuvres, desserts, and wine are included.
$12-$15. Castle Tea Room, 1307 Massachussetts
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August 1, 2016
Ladies of the Fly
What happens when a group of young girls re-imagine, workshop and perform their own unique take on William Golding's immortal novel The Lord of the Flies?
Find out in LADIES OF THE FLY, a new production by Lawrence's own Orange Mouse Theatricals.
Nine local girls (ages 8-16) worked closely with the Orange Mouse team of Cynthia Evans, local filmmakers/writers Mathew Klickstein, Kalee Forsythe, Justin Martinez and director Leah Towle on developing an entirely original play inspired by the themes of The Lord of the Flies.
After more than a year in development and six months of three-hour workshop sessions with the girls, Orange Mouse and its aforementioned associates concocted a unique, immersive hour-long theatrical experience that will invite audiences to fully enter the world, mind and imagination of this eclectic group of girls who are telling their own story about their day-to-day experiences in today's notably tempestuous but ever-evolving America.
With generous support from such local businesses as Grandstand Glassware & Apparel, Free State Brewery, the new art/food/culture space Culinaria and new art space Cider Gallery, LADIES OF THE FLY will premiere on Friday, August 26th from 5pm - 6pm at Cider Gallery (810 Pennsylvania St., Lawrence, KS) as part of their Final Friday event. A post-party with food and drinks will follow along with a q&a and discussion with the girls themselves at Culinaria, right up the street (512 E. 9th St., Lawrence, KS) from 6pm - 9pm.
A public reading/preview of the script with the co-writers and cast will take place at Culinaria on Saturday, August 13, 3pm - 4:30pm.
Having produced and performed numerous plays over the last few years in the local region, Orange Mouse Theatricals hopes to continue running LADIES OF THE FLY throughout the area as part of an educational tour of schools so students can experience this great classic of literature in a topical and contemporary way that will allow for more accessible connection.
In light of the recent surge of gender-bending genre creative machinations such as the all-female Ghostbusters reboot, LADIES OF THE FLY follows in the wake of a brighter era for female agency over such artistic expression. The producers are especially proud of the project having so directly taken on the influence of such a young group of girls whose expression itself is so fresh and vivacious.
A passionately progressive organization of creative individuals, Cynthia Evans' Orange Mouse Theatricals' most recent production was that of the provocative and iconic Come Back to the Five and Dime, Jimmy Dean, Jimmy Dean, featuring -- perhaps for the first time in this history of its successful four-decade run -- a transgender actress in the role of a prominent character who undergoes a sex change over the course of the play's narrative.
LADIES OF THE FLY is co-written, along with the girls in the cast themselves, by local author/filmmaker Mathew Klickstein and screenwriter/playwright Justin Martinez; produced by Mathew Klickstein and Cynthia Evans; assistant directed by local filmmaker/actress Kalee Forsythe and directed by local teacher/director Leah Towle.
More information available at:
http://orangemouse.wix.com/orangemouse
Video preview/teaser:
https://vimeo.com/176872233
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Find out in LADIES OF THE FLY, a new production by Lawrence's own Orange Mouse Theatricals.
Nine local girls (ages 8-16) worked closely with the Orange Mouse team of Cynthia Evans, local filmmakers/writers Mathew Klickstein, Kalee Forsythe, Justin Martinez and director Leah Towle on developing an entirely original play inspired by the themes of The Lord of the Flies.
After more than a year in development and six months of three-hour workshop sessions with the girls, Orange Mouse and its aforementioned associates concocted a unique, immersive hour-long theatrical experience that will invite audiences to fully enter the world, mind and imagination of this eclectic group of girls who are telling their own story about their day-to-day experiences in today's notably tempestuous but ever-evolving America.
With generous support from such local businesses as Grandstand Glassware & Apparel, Free State Brewery, the new art/food/culture space Culinaria and new art space Cider Gallery, LADIES OF THE FLY will premiere on Friday, August 26th from 5pm - 6pm at Cider Gallery (810 Pennsylvania St., Lawrence, KS) as part of their Final Friday event. A post-party with food and drinks will follow along with a q&a and discussion with the girls themselves at Culinaria, right up the street (512 E. 9th St., Lawrence, KS) from 6pm - 9pm.
A public reading/preview of the script with the co-writers and cast will take place at Culinaria on Saturday, August 13, 3pm - 4:30pm.
Having produced and performed numerous plays over the last few years in the local region, Orange Mouse Theatricals hopes to continue running LADIES OF THE FLY throughout the area as part of an educational tour of schools so students can experience this great classic of literature in a topical and contemporary way that will allow for more accessible connection.
In light of the recent surge of gender-bending genre creative machinations such as the all-female Ghostbusters reboot, LADIES OF THE FLY follows in the wake of a brighter era for female agency over such artistic expression. The producers are especially proud of the project having so directly taken on the influence of such a young group of girls whose expression itself is so fresh and vivacious.
A passionately progressive organization of creative individuals, Cynthia Evans' Orange Mouse Theatricals' most recent production was that of the provocative and iconic Come Back to the Five and Dime, Jimmy Dean, Jimmy Dean, featuring -- perhaps for the first time in this history of its successful four-decade run -- a transgender actress in the role of a prominent character who undergoes a sex change over the course of the play's narrative.
LADIES OF THE FLY is co-written, along with the girls in the cast themselves, by local author/filmmaker Mathew Klickstein and screenwriter/playwright Justin Martinez; produced by Mathew Klickstein and Cynthia Evans; assistant directed by local filmmaker/actress Kalee Forsythe and directed by local teacher/director Leah Towle.
More information available at:
http://orangemouse.wix.com/orangemouse
Video preview/teaser:
https://vimeo.com/176872233
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