For Immediate Release
Contact: Randall T. Stevens
(Omaha, NE)
(402) 345-1576 ext.6
November 18, 2014
rstevens@bluebarn.org
Back by Popular Demand:
EVERY CHRISTMAS STORY EVER TOLD (and then Some!)
The BLUEBARN Theatre continues its 2014-2015
Season with EVERY CHRISTMAS STORY EVER TOLD (AND
THEN SOME!) by Michael Carleton, John Alvarez, and
Jim FitzGerald, which opens Friday, November 28
and runs through Sunday, December 21st. BLUEBARN
Producing Artistic Director Susan Clement-Toberer
and Associate Artistic Director direct the
original cast.
Shows run Thursdays-Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.,
Sundays at 6 p.m. Single tickets are $30 for
adults; and $25 for students, seniors 65+, TAG
members, and groups of 10 or more.
EVERY CHRISTMAS STORY EVER TOLD (and then Some!)
is generously sponsored by Omaha Steaks.
The Giving HeARTs Tree Campaign: We are honored to
once again be partnering with the Eastern Nebraska
Office on Aging for the seventh holiday season.
Ornaments containing gift wishes of elders in need
will be hanging on the Giving HeARTS Tree located
in the theatre lobby. Become an Elf for the
Elderly by fulfilling these gift needs during the
run of EVERY CHRISTMAS STORY EVER TOLD (and then
Some!)
About EVERY CHRISTMAS STORY EVER TOLD (and then
Some!)
They're Back! Theresa Sindelar, Ben Beck, and Bill
Grennan reprise their hilarious characters in this
fast, fond, and furious look at the holiday
traditions we all remember, and a few we'd like to
forget! From Tiny Tim to the Grinch, from Frosty
to It's a Wonderful Life, nothing is spared in
this rollicking tour de farce!
About the stars of EVERY CHRISTMAS STORY EVER TOLD
(and then Some!)
Original cast members Ben Beck (Wit, The 39 Steps,
BLUEBARN), Bill Grennan (The 39 Steps, Spring
Awakening, BLUEBARN), and Theresa Sindelar (Reefer
Madness, God of Carnage, BLUEBARN) all return once
again to spread holiday cheer and a few hijinks.
About The BLUEBARN Theatre
The BLUEBARN Theatre has been bringing
professionally-produced plays to area audiences
since 1989, and just concluded its 25th
Anniversary season. Since its inception, BLUEBARN
has produced over 100 plays and has established
itself as Omaha's professional contemporary
theatre company. Striving to bring artistically
significant scripts and professional production
values to Omaha and the surrounding region,
BLUEBARN is known for high-quality entertainment
and the fearless pursuit of stories that challenge
both theatre artists and patrons.
The BLUEBARN Theatre's season is generously
supported by
HOLLAND FOUNDATION * MAMMEL FOUNDATION *
SHUBERT FOUNDATION INC. * PETER KIEWIT FOUNDATION
*
DR. AMY HADDAD and STEVE MARTIN
To provoke thought, emotion, action, and change
through daring and innovative theatre…
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November 18, 2014
November 17, 2014
LA CAGE AUX FOLLES...Industry Night! Tonight at The Barn!
The Barn Players
INDUSTRY NIGHT!
Monday, November 17th
performance of…
La Cage Aux Folles
The Barn has added an additional performance of our final patron show of the 2014 season on Monday night, November 17th, 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 to see HAIR and we'll see you in the audience on Monday, November 17th.
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INDUSTRY NIGHT!
Monday, November 17th
performance of…
La Cage Aux Folles
The Barn has added an additional performance of our final patron show of the 2014 season on Monday night, November 17th, 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 to see HAIR and we'll see you in the audience on Monday, November 17th.
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November 14, 2014
OLIVER! THE MUSICAL coming to Crown Center
PRESS RELEASE (For immediate release)
MUSICAL THEATER HERITAGE
....Consider yourself, one of the family!
MTH's 12th Season Closes With Oliver!
Cast of 50 Presents Musical Retelling of Dickens Classic
KIDS COME FREE TICKET PROGRAM makes live theater available for local families
November 7, 2014, Kansas City, MO – It's our LARGEST CAST EVER !! Musical Theater Heritage will close its 12th season
with the classic Broadway musical, OLIVER! playing December 4-21 at Off Center Theatre at Crown Center.
OLIVER! contains some of the catchiest songs of all time: "Food Glorious Food," "Consider Yourself," "Where Is Love,"
"It's A Fine Life," "I'd Do Anything," and of course the haunting "As Long As He Needs Me."
Opening in London's West End in 1960, OLIVER! ran for 2,600 performances, coming to the U.S. for a national tour in
1962, then a Broadway production in 1963. OLIVER! has been revived in London's West End and on Broadway many times, and
has been a favorite of regional theaters for decades.
Many of the show's themes are still current to the 21st century, and the music is classic and timeless. MTH's
production of OLIVER! is directed and music directed by Sarah Crawford. Assistant Music Director and show conductor is
Jeremy Watson on piano. The cast of 50 includes Jordan Haas as Oliver, Kip Niven as Fagin, Samn Wright as Bill Sykes,
and Shelby Floyd as Nancy. In addition, MTH has hired nearly every child actor in a 4-state area.
KIDS COME FREE TICKET PROGRAM
In keeping with our mission, MTH WANTs to see more young families have the opportunity to experience the joy of live
theater together. So…beginning with OLIVER! and our special edition of our holiday show, A SPECTACULAR CHRISTMAS
CABARET, kids come FREE. 1 free kid's ticket is available per 1 paying adult – Left & Right seating only.
TOYS FOR TOTS TICKET PROGRAM
began last Christmas when they collected over 200 toys for needy families. A free ticket is available to anyone who
brings a new, unwrapped toy, minimum $10 toy value. One free ticket is offered for every 2 people. In addition, MTH is
also donating another 100 tickets to TOYS FOR TOTS for their volunteers and to give to needy families so that they can
enjoy the show, too.
Performances for OLIVER! are December 4-21 at the Off Center Theatre at Crown Center - 5 times a week, Thursdays @ 7PM,
Fridays @ 8PM, Saturday @ 2PM & 8PM, Sundays @ 2PM. Tickets may be purchased by calling (816) 545-6000, at the Off
Center Theatre Box Office at 2450 Grand, or online at the Musical Theater Heritage website at www.MTHKC.com.
MUSICAL THEATER HERITAGE, a not-for-profit arts organization, was founded by George Harter of the "A Night on the Town"
Radio Series, along with Chad Gerlt joining MTH in 2003. It is one of the Kansas City's leading professional musical
theater companies. Oliver completes our goals for 2014 that included 3 musicals, 8 Musical Mondays, and several smaller
events throughout the year, hiring over 130 performers and theater technicians, with an attendance of over 10,000
people.
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MUSICAL THEATER HERITAGE
....Consider yourself, one of the family!
MTH's 12th Season Closes With Oliver!
Cast of 50 Presents Musical Retelling of Dickens Classic
KIDS COME FREE TICKET PROGRAM makes live theater available for local families
November 7, 2014, Kansas City, MO – It's our LARGEST CAST EVER !! Musical Theater Heritage will close its 12th season
with the classic Broadway musical, OLIVER! playing December 4-21 at Off Center Theatre at Crown Center.
OLIVER! contains some of the catchiest songs of all time: "Food Glorious Food," "Consider Yourself," "Where Is Love,"
"It's A Fine Life," "I'd Do Anything," and of course the haunting "As Long As He Needs Me."
Opening in London's West End in 1960, OLIVER! ran for 2,600 performances, coming to the U.S. for a national tour in
1962, then a Broadway production in 1963. OLIVER! has been revived in London's West End and on Broadway many times, and
has been a favorite of regional theaters for decades.
Many of the show's themes are still current to the 21st century, and the music is classic and timeless. MTH's
production of OLIVER! is directed and music directed by Sarah Crawford. Assistant Music Director and show conductor is
Jeremy Watson on piano. The cast of 50 includes Jordan Haas as Oliver, Kip Niven as Fagin, Samn Wright as Bill Sykes,
and Shelby Floyd as Nancy. In addition, MTH has hired nearly every child actor in a 4-state area.
KIDS COME FREE TICKET PROGRAM
In keeping with our mission, MTH WANTs to see more young families have the opportunity to experience the joy of live
theater together. So…beginning with OLIVER! and our special edition of our holiday show, A SPECTACULAR CHRISTMAS
CABARET, kids come FREE. 1 free kid's ticket is available per 1 paying adult – Left & Right seating only.
TOYS FOR TOTS TICKET PROGRAM
began last Christmas when they collected over 200 toys for needy families. A free ticket is available to anyone who
brings a new, unwrapped toy, minimum $10 toy value. One free ticket is offered for every 2 people. In addition, MTH is
also donating another 100 tickets to TOYS FOR TOTS for their volunteers and to give to needy families so that they can
enjoy the show, too.
Performances for OLIVER! are December 4-21 at the Off Center Theatre at Crown Center - 5 times a week, Thursdays @ 7PM,
Fridays @ 8PM, Saturday @ 2PM & 8PM, Sundays @ 2PM. Tickets may be purchased by calling (816) 545-6000, at the Off
Center Theatre Box Office at 2450 Grand, or online at the Musical Theater Heritage website at www.MTHKC.com.
MUSICAL THEATER HERITAGE, a not-for-profit arts organization, was founded by George Harter of the "A Night on the Town"
Radio Series, along with Chad Gerlt joining MTH in 2003. It is one of the Kansas City's leading professional musical
theater companies. Oliver completes our goals for 2014 that included 3 musicals, 8 Musical Mondays, and several smaller
events throughout the year, hiring over 130 performers and theater technicians, with an attendance of over 10,000
people.
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"Miracle on 34th Street" Press Release
Theatre Atchison continues its 31st main stage season with "Miracle on 34th Street" from the Novel by Valentine Davis, based on the Twentieth Century Fox motion picture "Miracle on 34th Street", Adapted by Mountain Community Theater, produced by special arrangement with the Dramatic Publishing Company of Woodstock, Illinois: Dec 5-14: 8 pm Fri-Sat; 2 pm Sun
Kris Kringle, a charming elderly gentleman, stumbles into a job as the Santa Claus at Macy's in New York City. Kris unleashes waves of good will with customers and the commercial world when he refers parents to other stores to help them with their Christmas shopping. Seen as deluded and dangerous by Macy's vocational counselor, Kris ends up in a court competency hearing to prove that he is in fact Santa Claus. Especially at stake is one little girl's belief that dreams really can come true. Directed by Breanna Danielle.
$12 adults; $8 students. Theatre Atchison, 401 Santa Fe St, (913) 367-7469, www.theatreatchison.org (Suitable for Everyone)
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Kris Kringle, a charming elderly gentleman, stumbles into a job as the Santa Claus at Macy's in New York City. Kris unleashes waves of good will with customers and the commercial world when he refers parents to other stores to help them with their Christmas shopping. Seen as deluded and dangerous by Macy's vocational counselor, Kris ends up in a court competency hearing to prove that he is in fact Santa Claus. Especially at stake is one little girl's belief that dreams really can come true. Directed by Breanna Danielle.
$12 adults; $8 students. Theatre Atchison, 401 Santa Fe St, (913) 367-7469, www.theatreatchison.org (Suitable for Everyone)
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LA CAGE AUX FOLLES...Industry Night!
The Barn Players
INDUSTRY NIGHT!
Monday, November 17th
performance of…
La Cage Aux Folles
The Barn has added an additional performance of our final patron show of the 2014 season on Monday night, November 17th, 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 to see HAIR and we'll see you in the audience on Monday, November 17th.
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Monday, November 17th
performance of…
La Cage Aux Folles
The Barn has added an additional performance of our final patron show of the 2014 season on Monday night, November 17th, 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 to see HAIR and we'll see you in the audience on Monday, November 17th.
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LA CAGE AUX FOLLES continues tonight at The Barn!
The Barn presents…
La Cage Aux Folles
Music & Lyrics by Jerry Herman
Book by Harvey Fierstein
Directed by Kipp Simmons
Musical Direction by Martha Risser
Choreography by Rob Reeder
Stage Managed by Sara McAdoo
Set Design by Doug Schroeder
Lighting Design by Philip Leonard
Sound Design by Josh Finch
Costume Design by Julia Ras
Props Design by Katie Blinn
Hair & Makeup Design by Jessica Alcorn
Assistant Direction by Kristin Leathers
Rehearsal Accompaniment by
Michalis Koutsouplides & Roberta Wilkes
November 7th – 23rd
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sunday at 2:00pm
STARRING
Katie Bartow, Greg Butell, Graham Fairleigh, Dudley Hogue, Eric Magnus, Adam McAdoo & Joy Richardson
FEATURING
Samantha Agron, Erica Baruth, Valerie Dykes, John Edmonds, Caelin Golladay, Paul Morel & Ray Zarr
And introducing…
"La Cagelles"!
Blane Brungardt, Korey Childs, Brad Clay, Josh Krueger, Max Mammele, Rob Reeder, Mitch Williams, Bradley Turner & Derick White
SYNOPSIS:
Much revived, most recently in a 2010 production transferred to Broadway from London's Menier Chocolate Factory, La Cage Aux Folles remains one of the all-time biggest hits, adding new dimension to the boulevard comedy. After twenty years of un-wedded bliss Georges and Albin, two men partnered for better-or-worse get a bit of both when Georges' son (fathered during a one-night fling) announces his impending marriage to the daughter of a bigoted, right-wing politician. Further complicating the situation is the 'family business': Albin and Georges run a transvestite nightclub in St. Tropez, where Albin is the "star" performer 'Zaza'. Georges reluctantly agrees to masquerade as "normal" when he meets the family of the bride-to-be. But Albin has other plans, with hilarious results.
All performances are at:
The Barn Players Theatre, 6219 Martway, Mission, KS.
Ticket pricing:
REGULAR - $18.00
SENIORS - $ 15.00
GROUPS (10 OR MORE) - $12.00
STUDENTS (WITH A VALID STUDENT ID) - $12.00
WE ACCEPT CREDIT CARDS!
VISA, MASTERCARD & DISCOVER!
The box office opens one hour before curtain time.
For reservations, please call or call 1-800-838-3006
or visit our website at www.thebarnplayers.org
Production support provided by…
The Mainstreet Credit Union
Northeast Johnson County Chamber of Commerce
St. Pius School
Media partner support provided by…
94.9 KCMO
95.1 Jack-FM
The Barn Players embraces diversity in all aspects of our organization. Non-traditional and equal-opportunity casting is encouraged.
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La Cage Aux Folles
Music & Lyrics by Jerry Herman
Book by Harvey Fierstein
Directed by Kipp Simmons
Musical Direction by Martha Risser
Choreography by Rob Reeder
Stage Managed by Sara McAdoo
Set Design by Doug Schroeder
Lighting Design by Philip Leonard
Sound Design by Josh Finch
Costume Design by Julia Ras
Props Design by Katie Blinn
Hair & Makeup Design by Jessica Alcorn
Assistant Direction by Kristin Leathers
Rehearsal Accompaniment by
Michalis Koutsouplides & Roberta Wilkes
November 7th – 23rd
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sunday at 2:00pm
STARRING
Katie Bartow, Greg Butell, Graham Fairleigh, Dudley Hogue, Eric Magnus, Adam McAdoo & Joy Richardson
FEATURING
Samantha Agron, Erica Baruth, Valerie Dykes, John Edmonds, Caelin Golladay, Paul Morel & Ray Zarr
And introducing…
"La Cagelles"!
Blane Brungardt, Korey Childs, Brad Clay, Josh Krueger, Max Mammele, Rob Reeder, Mitch Williams, Bradley Turner & Derick White
SYNOPSIS:
Much revived, most recently in a 2010 production transferred to Broadway from London's Menier Chocolate Factory, La Cage Aux Folles remains one of the all-time biggest hits, adding new dimension to the boulevard comedy. After twenty years of un-wedded bliss Georges and Albin, two men partnered for better-or-worse get a bit of both when Georges' son (fathered during a one-night fling) announces his impending marriage to the daughter of a bigoted, right-wing politician. Further complicating the situation is the 'family business': Albin and Georges run a transvestite nightclub in St. Tropez, where Albin is the "star" performer 'Zaza'. Georges reluctantly agrees to masquerade as "normal" when he meets the family of the bride-to-be. But Albin has other plans, with hilarious results.
All performances are at:
The Barn Players Theatre, 6219 Martway, Mission, KS.
Ticket pricing:
REGULAR - $18.00
SENIORS - $ 15.00
GROUPS (10 OR MORE) - $12.00
STUDENTS (WITH A VALID STUDENT ID) - $12.00
WE ACCEPT CREDIT CARDS!
VISA, MASTERCARD & DISCOVER!
The box office opens one hour before curtain time.
For reservations, please call or call 1-800-838-3006
or visit our website at www.thebarnplayers.org
Production support provided by…
The Mainstreet Credit Union
Northeast Johnson County Chamber of Commerce
St. Pius School
Media partner support provided by…
94.9 KCMO
95.1 Jack-FM
The Barn Players embraces diversity in all aspects of our organization. Non-traditional and equal-opportunity casting is encouraged.
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Auditions for CATCH ME IF YOU CAN this weekend!
AUDITIONS!
CATCH ME IF YOU CAN
Music by Marc Shaiman
Lyrics by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman
Book by Terrence McNally
Directed & Choreographed by Guy Gardner
Musical Direction by James Levy
AUDITIONS (by appointment):
November 15th from Noon to 4pm
November 16th from 4pm – 7pm
(Walk-up auditions will be accepted up to 2:00pm on the 15th and up to 6:00pm on the 16th.)
At St. Pius Church
55th and Woodson, Mission, KS
EXPECTATION and PREPARATION:
Those auditioning should prepare two contrasting songs, one ballad and one upbeat. If a specific role is desired, song should reflect specific character traits
Those that have previously performed in shows with production staff may contact Director in lieu of scheduling initial audition.
To schedule an audition please contact Stage Manager Rebekah Grieb at rebekahgrieb@gmail.com
Invited Callbacks will be held on November 22nd from Noon - 4pm Callback List and Sides will be posted on www.thebarnplayers.org by 9:00am on November 17th
Callbacks will consist of Singing, Dancing, and Readings for named characters. Ancestors will be called back to sing and dance. Those called back are asked to wear all black and be prepared to be measured by our costumer.
Rehearsals will be from January 11th - February 26th.
Some cast members will have a promotional photo shoot in December 2014. Full cast will have an all-day on location photo shoot followed by rehearsal on one of the Sunday rehearsal dates.
Cast must also be available on Saturday January 31st for promotional performance at The Barney Awards.
No conflicts will be accepted after Sunday February 15, 2015.
PRODUCTION DATES:
February 27th – March 15th, 2013
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sundays at 2:00pm
Industry Night is Monday, March 9th.
All performances take place at…
The Barn Players Theatre
6219 Martway in Mission, KS
SYNOPSIS: Based on the hit film and the incredible true story, Catch Me If You Can, is the high-flying musical comedy about chasing your dreams and not getting caught. Nominated for 4 TONY awards, including Best Musical, this delightfully entertaining show was created by a TONY Award-winning "dream team", with a book by Terrence McNally (The Full Monty, Ragtime) and a swinging score by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman (Hairspray).
Seeking fame and fortune, precocious teenager Frank Abignale, Jr. runs away from home to begin an unforgettable adventure. With nothing more than his boyish charm, a big imagination and millions of dollars in forged checks, Frank successfully poses as a pilot, a doctor and a lawyer - living the high life and winning the girl of his dreams. But when Frank's lies catch the attention of FBI agent Carl Hanratty, Carl pursues Frank across the country to make him pay for his crimes.
Catch Me If You Can is a big and bright spectacle with high-energy dance numbers and a riveting story, making it an ideal choice for Community and Professional theatres. High School performers will enjoy portraying characters of a similar age and will relish the opportunity to sing Shaiman's and Wittman's sparkling new songs
CAST BREAKDOWN:
We are looking for a multi-racial, high-energy cast of performers for this Kansas City community theatre premiere.
BRENDA STRONG A young nurse and Frank Jr.'s eventual love interest. Hard-working and initially insecure, she meets Frank Jr. after running away from a wedding. Comes to trust him but his true identity clouds her feelings.
Female, 20-30 yrs old
Range: G3 - A5
CARL HANRATTY An FBI agent leading the investigation and search for Frank Jr. A knowledgeable and habitual workaholic who idolizes the moment he catches his perp. Lives a private life of loneliness and depression.
Male, 35-45 yrs old
Range: G2 - G4
CAROL STRONG Brenda's traditional mother. She is talkative and boisterous.
Female, 45-60 yrs old
Range: Bb3 - A5
FRANK ABAGNALE, JR. Our story's conniving protagonist, he is a handsome and youthful con artist. Grew up learning to disappear into another skin to avoid his problems. He eventually falls in love with Brenda and desperately tries to change his ways.
Male, 20-30 yrs old
Range: G2 - C5
FRANK ABAGNALE, SR. Frank Jr.'s father. He is an inspiration when it comes to swindling. Upbeat and fast-talking, he undergoes a series of progressive failures that leaves him a miserable drunk.
Male, 45-65 yrs old
Range: F2 - G#4
PAULA ABAGNALE Frank Jr.'s gorgeous mother. She met Frank Sr. in France, during the war, but has fallen out of love. Caring and loving, with an underlying resentment toward her husband and son.
Female, 45-60 yrs old
Range: A3 - C5
ROGER STRONG Brenda's conservative father. He is stern and interrogatory, but reveals himself to be deeply romantic.
Male, 50-60 yrs old
Range: A2 - A4
ENSEMBLE Looking for a VERY strong ensemble. Both Singers who Dance and Dancers who Sing should audition. The ensemble of this show will play a VERY wide range of characters including COMMUTERS; ASSISTANTS; STEWARDESSES (MINDY, CINDY, LINDY, JANE, KELLIE, SHELLIE); PILOTS; AGENTS; TARGETS; PARTY-GOERS; DOCTORS; NURSES; INTERNS
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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CATCH ME IF YOU CAN
Music by Marc Shaiman
Lyrics by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman
Book by Terrence McNally
Directed & Choreographed by Guy Gardner
Musical Direction by James Levy
AUDITIONS (by appointment):
November 15th from Noon to 4pm
November 16th from 4pm – 7pm
(Walk-up auditions will be accepted up to 2:00pm on the 15th and up to 6:00pm on the 16th.)
At St. Pius Church
55th and Woodson, Mission, KS
EXPECTATION and PREPARATION:
Those auditioning should prepare two contrasting songs, one ballad and one upbeat. If a specific role is desired, song should reflect specific character traits
Those that have previously performed in shows with production staff may contact Director in lieu of scheduling initial audition.
To schedule an audition please contact Stage Manager Rebekah Grieb at rebekahgrieb@gmail.com
Invited Callbacks will be held on November 22nd from Noon - 4pm Callback List and Sides will be posted on www.thebarnplayers.org by 9:00am on November 17th
Callbacks will consist of Singing, Dancing, and Readings for named characters. Ancestors will be called back to sing and dance. Those called back are asked to wear all black and be prepared to be measured by our costumer.
Rehearsals will be from January 11th - February 26th.
Some cast members will have a promotional photo shoot in December 2014. Full cast will have an all-day on location photo shoot followed by rehearsal on one of the Sunday rehearsal dates.
Cast must also be available on Saturday January 31st for promotional performance at The Barney Awards.
No conflicts will be accepted after Sunday February 15, 2015.
PRODUCTION DATES:
February 27th – March 15th, 2013
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sundays at 2:00pm
Industry Night is Monday, March 9th.
All performances take place at…
The Barn Players Theatre
6219 Martway in Mission, KS
SYNOPSIS: Based on the hit film and the incredible true story, Catch Me If You Can, is the high-flying musical comedy about chasing your dreams and not getting caught. Nominated for 4 TONY awards, including Best Musical, this delightfully entertaining show was created by a TONY Award-winning "dream team", with a book by Terrence McNally (The Full Monty, Ragtime) and a swinging score by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman (Hairspray).
Seeking fame and fortune, precocious teenager Frank Abignale, Jr. runs away from home to begin an unforgettable adventure. With nothing more than his boyish charm, a big imagination and millions of dollars in forged checks, Frank successfully poses as a pilot, a doctor and a lawyer - living the high life and winning the girl of his dreams. But when Frank's lies catch the attention of FBI agent Carl Hanratty, Carl pursues Frank across the country to make him pay for his crimes.
Catch Me If You Can is a big and bright spectacle with high-energy dance numbers and a riveting story, making it an ideal choice for Community and Professional theatres. High School performers will enjoy portraying characters of a similar age and will relish the opportunity to sing Shaiman's and Wittman's sparkling new songs
CAST BREAKDOWN:
We are looking for a multi-racial, high-energy cast of performers for this Kansas City community theatre premiere.
BRENDA STRONG A young nurse and Frank Jr.'s eventual love interest. Hard-working and initially insecure, she meets Frank Jr. after running away from a wedding. Comes to trust him but his true identity clouds her feelings.
Female, 20-30 yrs old
Range: G3 - A5
CARL HANRATTY An FBI agent leading the investigation and search for Frank Jr. A knowledgeable and habitual workaholic who idolizes the moment he catches his perp. Lives a private life of loneliness and depression.
Male, 35-45 yrs old
Range: G2 - G4
CAROL STRONG Brenda's traditional mother. She is talkative and boisterous.
Female, 45-60 yrs old
Range: Bb3 - A5
FRANK ABAGNALE, JR. Our story's conniving protagonist, he is a handsome and youthful con artist. Grew up learning to disappear into another skin to avoid his problems. He eventually falls in love with Brenda and desperately tries to change his ways.
Male, 20-30 yrs old
Range: G2 - C5
FRANK ABAGNALE, SR. Frank Jr.'s father. He is an inspiration when it comes to swindling. Upbeat and fast-talking, he undergoes a series of progressive failures that leaves him a miserable drunk.
Male, 45-65 yrs old
Range: F2 - G#4
PAULA ABAGNALE Frank Jr.'s gorgeous mother. She met Frank Sr. in France, during the war, but has fallen out of love. Caring and loving, with an underlying resentment toward her husband and son.
Female, 45-60 yrs old
Range: A3 - C5
ROGER STRONG Brenda's conservative father. He is stern and interrogatory, but reveals himself to be deeply romantic.
Male, 50-60 yrs old
Range: A2 - A4
ENSEMBLE Looking for a VERY strong ensemble. Both Singers who Dance and Dancers who Sing should audition. The ensemble of this show will play a VERY wide range of characters including COMMUTERS; ASSISTANTS; STEWARDESSES (MINDY, CINDY, LINDY, JANE, KELLIE, SHELLIE); PILOTS; AGENTS; TARGETS; PARTY-GOERS; DOCTORS; NURSES; INTERNS
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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November 13, 2014
Script Tease - December 6, 2014
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Rita Marks, Marketing Manager - 816-806-4000
Rita@kcimprov.com
Script Tease – November 13, 2014 – Script Tease – December 6, 2014 - 10pm
What happens when one actor doesn't know her lines? What if she doesn't even know the play? Or the person she's acting with? Script Tease is what happens. We'll pair one actor from a current Kansas City Production with an improviser from the KC Improv Company and see what story unfolds when one actor plays his role as rehearsed and the other goes totally off the rails.
Hosted by Brian Huther and Ben Auxier.
Cast list coming soon!
Also featuring The KC Improv Company with their signature set "Hell's Doughnut!"
Just $8, or $5 with a student ID.
Adult Fare – 17+ to enter, 21 to drink. As always, no drink minimums.
Produced by The KC Improv Company.
The KC Improv Company has over 14 years of specializing in both long-form and short-form improvisational comedy. The group has called the Kick Comedy Theater home for over two years. With business partners Green Room Burgers and Beer and the Westport Coffeehouse, the KC Improv Company strives to create a total food, drink, and entertainment experience. Each weekend brings a different type of show, including the "The Gauntlet" and the competition show, "Underground Throwdown."
You deserve some fun.
KC Improv Company. Laugh Loud!
Through 2014, all shows at The Kick Comedy Theater come with a 100% money-back guarantee if you don't enjoy the show. Yes, we're that good.
www.kcimprov.com
www.facebook.com/kickcomedy/events
Kick Comedy Theater
4010 Pennsylvania Ave.
Kansas City, MO 64111
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Script Tease – November 13, 2014 – Script Tease – December 6, 2014 - 10pm
What happens when one actor doesn't know her lines? What if she doesn't even know the play? Or the person she's acting with? Script Tease is what happens. We'll pair one actor from a current Kansas City Production with an improviser from the KC Improv Company and see what story unfolds when one actor plays his role as rehearsed and the other goes totally off the rails.
Hosted by Brian Huther and Ben Auxier.
Cast list coming soon!
Also featuring The KC Improv Company with their signature set "Hell's Doughnut!"
Just $8, or $5 with a student ID.
Adult Fare – 17+ to enter, 21 to drink. As always, no drink minimums.
Produced by The KC Improv Company.
The KC Improv Company has over 14 years of specializing in both long-form and short-form improvisational comedy. The group has called the Kick Comedy Theater home for over two years. With business partners Green Room Burgers and Beer and the Westport Coffeehouse, the KC Improv Company strives to create a total food, drink, and entertainment experience. Each weekend brings a different type of show, including the "The Gauntlet" and the competition show, "Underground Throwdown."
You deserve some fun.
KC Improv Company. Laugh Loud!
Through 2014, all shows at The Kick Comedy Theater come with a 100% money-back guarantee if you don't enjoy the show. Yes, we're that good.
www.kcimprov.com
www.facebook.com/kickcomedy/events
Kick Comedy Theater
4010 Pennsylvania Ave.
Kansas City, MO 64111
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The Gauntlet - December 6, 2014
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Contact: Rita Marks, Marketing Manager - 816-806-4000
Rita@kcimprov.com
Kansas City, MO, November 13, 2014 — The Gauntlet – December 6, 2014 – 8pm
Six enter, one rules.
Join six brave souls as they vie the favor of the audience and the all-powerful Gauntlet. The winner, chosen by popularity, skill and sometimes random chance, will become the next month's Gauntlet. This night of chaos, skill and hilarity (presented by the KC Improv Company) will keep you on the edge of your seat and at the height of your laughiness.
Featuring last month's champion: Jen Roser
Also featuring: Bobby McCosky, Josh Anderson, Hughes Ransom. And others to be announced soon!
Hosted by Brian Huther.
Just $10, or $5 with a student ID.
Adult Fare – 17+ to enter, 21 to drink. As always, no drink minimums.
Produced by The KC Improv Company
The KC Improv Company has over 14 years of specializing in both long-form and short-form improvisational comedy. The group has called the Kick Comedy Theater home for over two years. With business partners Green Room Burgers and Beer and the Westport Coffeehouse, the KC Improv Company strives to create a total food, drink, and entertainment experience. Each weekend brings a different type of show, including the competition shows, "Live in Front of a Studio Audience" and "Underground Throwdown."
You deserve some fun.
KC Improv Company. Laugh Loud!
Through 2014, all shows at The Kick Comedy Theater come with a 100% money-back guarantee if you don't enjoy the show. Yes, we're that good.
www.kcimprov.com
www.facebook.com/kickcomedy/events
Kick Comedy Theater
4010 Pennsylvania Ave.
Kansas City, MO 64111
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Kansas City, MO, November 13, 2014 — The Gauntlet – December 6, 2014 – 8pm
Six enter, one rules.
Join six brave souls as they vie the favor of the audience and the all-powerful Gauntlet. The winner, chosen by popularity, skill and sometimes random chance, will become the next month's Gauntlet. This night of chaos, skill and hilarity (presented by the KC Improv Company) will keep you on the edge of your seat and at the height of your laughiness.
Featuring last month's champion: Jen Roser
Also featuring: Bobby McCosky, Josh Anderson, Hughes Ransom. And others to be announced soon!
Hosted by Brian Huther.
Just $10, or $5 with a student ID.
Adult Fare – 17+ to enter, 21 to drink. As always, no drink minimums.
Produced by The KC Improv Company
The KC Improv Company has over 14 years of specializing in both long-form and short-form improvisational comedy. The group has called the Kick Comedy Theater home for over two years. With business partners Green Room Burgers and Beer and the Westport Coffeehouse, the KC Improv Company strives to create a total food, drink, and entertainment experience. Each weekend brings a different type of show, including the competition shows, "Live in Front of a Studio Audience" and "Underground Throwdown."
You deserve some fun.
KC Improv Company. Laugh Loud!
Through 2014, all shows at The Kick Comedy Theater come with a 100% money-back guarantee if you don't enjoy the show. Yes, we're that good.
www.kcimprov.com
www.facebook.com/kickcomedy/events
Kick Comedy Theater
4010 Pennsylvania Ave.
Kansas City, MO 64111
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The Kick Comedy Show - December 5, 2014
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Rita Marks
Marketing Manager - 816-806-4000
Rita@kcimprov.com
Kansas City, MO, November 13, 2014 — The Kick Comedy Show – December 5, 2014 – 8:00pm.
Our signature show is now on Fridays!
Using whatever the heck you shout at us, we will make stuff up. Everything is instantly created for your enjoyment — characters, scenes, and jokes. Named best sketch/improv show by The Pitch Kansas City.
You get three great things: (1) "Whose Line" style games that come fast and furious. (2) our signature mainstage show "Hell's Donut," based on unique, original characters, and (3) special drink deals from Green Room Burgers & Beer!
The KC Improv Company has over 14 years of specializing in both long-form and short-form improvisational comedy. The group has called the Kick Comedy Theater home for over two years. With business partners Green Room Burgers and Beer and the Westport Coffeehouse, the KC Improv Co strives to create a total food, drink, and entertainment experience. Each week brings a different type of show, including "The Gauntlet," "Underground Throwdown," and "Live in Front of a Studio Audience."
Adult Fare – Must be 17 to attend.
Tickets are $5.
You deserve some fun.
KC Improv Company. Laugh Loud!
Through 2014, all shows at The Kick Comedy Theater come with a 100% money-back guarantee if you don't enjoy the show. Yes, we're that good.
www.kcimprov.com
www.facebook.com/kickcomedy/events
Kick Comedy Theater
4010 Pennsylvania Ave.
Kansas City, MO 64111
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Kansas City, MO, November 13, 2014 — The Kick Comedy Show – December 5, 2014 – 8:00pm.
Our signature show is now on Fridays!
Using whatever the heck you shout at us, we will make stuff up. Everything is instantly created for your enjoyment — characters, scenes, and jokes. Named best sketch/improv show by The Pitch Kansas City.
You get three great things: (1) "Whose Line" style games that come fast and furious. (2) our signature mainstage show "Hell's Donut," based on unique, original characters, and (3) special drink deals from Green Room Burgers & Beer!
The KC Improv Company has over 14 years of specializing in both long-form and short-form improvisational comedy. The group has called the Kick Comedy Theater home for over two years. With business partners Green Room Burgers and Beer and the Westport Coffeehouse, the KC Improv Co strives to create a total food, drink, and entertainment experience. Each week brings a different type of show, including "The Gauntlet," "Underground Throwdown," and "Live in Front of a Studio Audience."
Adult Fare – Must be 17 to attend.
Tickets are $5.
You deserve some fun.
KC Improv Company. Laugh Loud!
Through 2014, all shows at The Kick Comedy Theater come with a 100% money-back guarantee if you don't enjoy the show. Yes, we're that good.
www.kcimprov.com
www.facebook.com/kickcomedy/events
Kick Comedy Theater
4010 Pennsylvania Ave.
Kansas City, MO 64111
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