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5/5/2008-5/10/2008
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The Center Players
downtown Freehold's resident theater company
will be holding OPEN auditions for
the Signature Series presentation of
Directed by: Bernice Garfield-Szita
WHO:
Needed are 3 actors to fill the following roles ...
• Daisy Werthan (ages 72-97) a strong willed retired school teacher.
• Hoke Coleburn (ages 60-85) a Southern black man with great sensitivity, intelligence and integrity.
• Boolie Werthan (ages 40-65) Daisy’s son, a successful Atlanta businessman.
WHEN:
Monday May 5th from 7:30 to 9:30 PM
& Saturday May 10th from 4:00 to 6:00 PM
WHERE:
At the Center Playhouse
(35 South Street, Freehold)
WHAT TO DO/BRING:
* Please prepare a short monologue to perform.
* Resume and a current heashot (if you have one).
~ Performances will be held from July 25 - August 24 (5 weekends) ~
For further information, call the director Bernice
at (732) 577-1076 or check us out on the web at
www.CenterPlayers.com
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5/9/2008-5/11/2008
Disney's High School Musical
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Saint Genesius Players )
SAINT GENESIUS PLAYERS will hold open auditions for the smash hit Disney's High School Musical.
Produced by: Christopher J. Guell
Directed by: Joe DeMetro
Musically Directed by: Jason Cohen
Choreographed by: Liat Perelman
AUDITIONS:
Friday, May 9 at 7:00pm
Saturday, May 10 at 12:00pm
CALL BACKS:
Sunday, May 11 at 12:00pm
LOCATION OF AUDITIONS:
Kaye-Lynn Dance Studio II
23 North Main Street
Milltown, NJ 08332
PERFORMANCES:
July 11-20 at Spotswood High School
Auditioners are asked to prepare 16 measures of an up-tempo song in the style of the show. An accompanist will be provided. Please be prepared to dance a combination. Please bring headshot/resume.
For more information please check our website for full details.
www.saintgenesiusplayers.org or call 732-744-6653.
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5/10/2008-5/20/2008
Carousel—SummerStage at Leonia
Principals & Chorus: 5/10 at 12 N, 5/12 at 7pm, 5/18 at 7pm, 5/19 at 7pm; Callbacks 5/20 at 7pm
Youth (Ages 8-15): 5/10 at 10am, 5/12 at 6pm; Callbacks 5/20 at 7pm
Auditions at St. John’s Lower Hall, Broad Ave at Harrison St, Leonia, NJ.
“This summer, next best thing to the Great White Way is in Leonia,” The Record. SummerStage at Leonia, in its ninth season, will be holding open auditions for Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Carousel” to be performed July 17-20 and 24-27 at the 250 seat, air-conditioned Little Theatre in Leonia, NJ. Seeking all roles. This is community theater at its best! For further information visit leoniasummerstage.org
For directions or any other information call 201-461-5689.
5/11/2008-5/12/2008
First Avenue Playhouse Auditions
The Best Man
by Gore Vidal
First Avenue Playhouse will hold
auditions on Sunday May 11 and Mon May 12 at 7:30pm at the Playhouse at
123 First Avenue, Atlantic Highlands.
All roles are open.
Bill Russell - 50s, serious, conscientious candidate for President
Alice, his wife - similar character, uncomfortable with public life
Dick Jensen, 40s - his campaign manager, intense, devoted, apprehensive
Catherine, 20s - aide
Joe Cantwell, 40s - attractive, ambitious, hard-driving, two-faced, slight
Southern accent
Mabel, his wife - similar character, loves the limelight
Bill Blades, his campaign manager - attentive, adaptable
Mike, 20's - aide
Arthur Hochstader, 70s - former President, alert, powerful, rural American
accent
Mrs. Gamadge, 50s - "Voice of the American Woman", confident, cozy but
demanding.
Senator Carlin, 50s - politician
Sheldon Marcus, 40s - plump, balding, nervous
Dr. Artinian, 50s - distinguished-looking psychiatrist
Four reporters including a photograher, 20s-30s, two male, two female;
double as delegates
PLOT SUMMARY
1960 campaign for President of the USA, party convention. Timely. Two
leading candidates in close race, need the women's vote and the
endorsement of popular former president.
Show runs in July.
Director: James Memmot
For more information on auditions or plays call (732) 291-7552, visit http://www.firstavenueplayhouse.com or e-mail info@firstavenueplayhouse.com
5/13/2008-5/15/2008
Stage Presence will hold auditions for
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Bare: The Musical
By: Jon Hartmere and Damon Intrabartolo
Musical Direction by Delyn Celec
Choreography by Sara Axelrod
Directed by Scott M. Goldman
Prepare a song in the appropriate style of the show.
May 13 & 15, 2008 at 7:30pm
United Church of Christ
220 W. 7th St.
Plainfield
Show Dates: June 21 - 28, 2008, Burgdorff Cultural Center, Maplewood
Listen to clips at www.barethemusical.com
Directed by Scott Goldman
Musical Direction by Delyn Celec
Choreography by Sara Axelrod
Seeking actors ages 15 - adult.
Please note that with the exception of Claire, Sister Chantelle and the priest, all must look like high school age students
JASON - handsome golden child of St. Cecilia's senior class
PETER - introspective, Jason's clandestine boyfriend
IVY - pretty, popular, insecure
NADIA - Jason's pudgy, sardonic twin sister
MATT - studious, pious, Jason's academic rival
LUCAS - The school's fun-loving purveyor of altered reality
TANYA - African-American, Lucas's girlfriend
KYRA - African-American student, sexy
DIANE - Asian student, very naive
RORY - student, sarcastic
ZACK - student, jock type
ALAN - student, nerdy
CLAIRE - Peter's mother
SR. CHANTELLE - African-American nun, wise, no-nonsense
PRIEST - St. Cecilia's headmaster
for more information email scott@stagepres.com or visit www.stagepres.com
5/18/2008-5/20/2008
JERSEY VOICES
Chatham Players announces upcoming auditions on Sunday, May 18, and Tuesday, May 20, 2005 at 7 p.m. for JERSEY VOICES-14th Annual One Act Play Festival.
* Auditions on May 18 will be held at The Chatham Playhouse--23 North Passaic Ave.--Chatham, NJ.
* Auditions on May 20 will be held at the Chatham United Methodist Church – 460 Main St.—Chatham, NJ
All types and ages are needed for an eclectic group of plays - ranging in age from 16 to 60s.
Monologues up to 2 minutes are accepted, and/or sides will be provided.
Performance Dates will be July 24th, 25th, 26th & 30th; August 1st, 2nd. For more information go to www.chathamplayers.org.
The Chatham Players have an open call casting policy. All roles are open, none are precast, and everyone is encouraged to audition.
* Mirror, Mirror by Eric Alter * Directed by Donald Earle Howes *
Who do you see when you look in a mirror?
Amanda: Must pass for a teenager
Barbara: Must pass for a teenager
Kaitlyn/Rachel: Must pass for a teenager and be attractive
Mom: Concerned mother, will double as two different mothers.
Boy/Coach: Must pass for a teenager and will double as a gym coach.
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* Parting Gifts by Frank Briamonte *Directed by Arnold Bucchiane *
Parting Gifts is a comedy with heart , that reminds us not to wait to make amends and seek reconciliation.
Mel Torme: Mature male, 50's-60's (doesn’t need to sing); "The Velvet Fog", possibly the best male singing voice of his generation. Has a light touch, perhaps a little oily.
Eddie Coleman: Mature man 60, an ex trumpet player with regrets.
Eddie Jr: Male early 30's, a thought full young man.
Receptionist: Female, mature, business like.
Mausoleum Director: Either sex, just doing his or her job. Possibly officious.
Janitor: Male, very flexible age. Just a good Samaritan. Good sense of rhythm helpful
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* Fowl Play by Susan Barsky *Director TBA *
Guess who's coming to dinner?
Woman: 50-something – Widow Expects her family for Thanksgiving Dinner
Turkey: Male, any age, afraid to go outside
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* Road Kill by Karen Howes * Directed by Mark Phelan *
What really happens in a diner off a long stretch of road i
6/8/2008-6/9/2008
CDC Community Theatre is casting Urinetown, the Musical by Greg Kotis and Mark Hollman.
Directed by Becky Randazzo, Music Direction by Paul Budd, Choreography by Megan Ferentinos , Produced by Elizabeth Howard and John Menter as Consulting Director.
Auditions will be held at the CDC Theatre, 78 Winans Ave., Cranford, NJ on
Sunday, June 8th at 1:00pm and Monday, June 9th at 7:00pm. Please come prepared to sing an up-tempo show tune. Actors may sing a song from the show if desired. You may be asked to learn a dance combination and read from the script. Please dress appropriately.
Specific casting needs are:
Officer Lockstock - policeman, narrator (20-50 Bass)
Little Sally- precocious girl played by an adult, narrates (18-30 Mezzo/ Alto)
Bobby Strong-noble young everyman (20-30s Baritone Tenor with belt)
Caldwell B. Caldwell - villain, president of Urine Good Co (40-60s Baritone)
Hope Caldwell - Caldwell's innocent daughter, lover of Bobby (20s, Soprano)
Penelope Pennywise - the tough, chief custodian ( 40-60 Mezzo, Belt to high G)
and a small ensemble who play various featured roles.
Performances are weekends only October 10-25. For more information please call 908-276-7611 or visit www.cdctheatre.org
6/8/2008-6/11/2008
STUDIO PLAYERS is holding open audtions for
SECRET GARDEN
Dates: Sunday, June 8th at 6pm & Monday, June 9th at 7pm
Callbacks: Tuesday, June 10th at 7pm for Marys, Colins, Dickons & Marthas
Wednesday, June 11th at 7pm for all others.
Director Darren Gage ~ Music Director Judy Stanton ~ Stage Manager Judi Liebert
CHARACTERS
CHILDREN
Mary Lennox (female 9-14) Mezzo-Soprano, stubborn and spoled orphan who learns the value of friendship & family
Colin Craven (male 9-14) Tenor or Boy Soprano, Archibald's neglected & isolated son who learns from Mary
Teen Ensemble Children from Mary's past
Jane/Mary Understudy (femal 9-14)
William/Colin Understudy (male 9-14)
Betsy (female 9-14)
Timothy (male 9-14)
MEN
Archibald Craven (30-50) Tenor or high baritone, Mary's wealthy but depressed Uncle & Guardian who grows to embrace life again
Dr. Neville Craven (25-45) Tenor or high baritone, Archibald's evil brother who also loved Lily
Dickon (15-25) Tenor, Yorkshire dialect, Martha's kind & energetic brother who care for all the creatures in the garden
Albert (20-40) Tenor or high baritone, a milatry man who is Rose's husband and Mary's father
Ben Weatherstaff (45-65) Bass/baritone, Yorkshire dialect, an elderly gardener who befriends Mary
Fakir (25-45) Tenor, Indian, servant in Rose and Albert's household, will dance & move
Lt. Shaw (25-45) Tenor or high baritone, serves the Raj on colonial India
Lt. Wright (25-45) Tenor or high baritone, serves the Raj on colonial India
Major Holmes (40-60) Bass/Baritone, serves the Raj on colonial India
WOMEN
Lily Craven (20-40) Soprano, Archibald;s deceased wife who appears as a ghost to guide those she loves most
Martha (17-30) Mezzo with belt, Yorkshire dialact, Mary's spunky & optimistic chambermaid
Rose (18-35) Soprano, Lily's sister & Mary's mother
Mrs. Medlock (40-65) No singing, the Craven's stern & unfriendly housekeeper
Ayah (20-40) Mezzo, Indian, Mary's nanny in India, will dance & move
Claire (30-55) Mezzo or Soprano, Holme's wife
Alice (18-35) Mezzo or Soprano, Rose's flirtatious friend
Mrs. Weatherstaff (30-50) No singing, headmistress of a Bristish boarding school
Please prepare 16 bars - bring sheet music, an accompanist will be provided - sides will be provided
Performance Dates: Sept 12-28
Studio Players - 14 Alvin Place, Upper Montclair - 973.744.9752 - www.studioplayhouse.org
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