BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Long Beach Playhouse - ECPv6.8.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Long Beach Playhouse X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://lbplayhouse.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Long Beach Playhouse REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241104T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241106T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T002524 CREATED:20241001T213450Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T195950Z UID:9463-1730746800-1730919600@lbplayhouse.org SUMMARY:AUDITIONS: Agatha Christie’s THE MURDER OF ROGER ACKROYD DESCRIPTION:AUDITIONS: Agatha Christie’s THE MURDER OF ROGER ACKROYD\nPlaying in the Long Beach Playhouse’s Mainstage Theater\nAdapted by Philip Grecian from the novel by Agatha Christie\nDirected by Mitchell Nunn\n  \nAUDITION DATES:  Nov. 4 – 6\, 2024\n\nMonday\, Nov. 4\, 2024 – 7pm – 9pm: Open Call\nTuesday\,  Nov. 5\, 2024 – 7pm – 9pm: Open Call\nWednesday\, Nov. 6\, 2024 – 7pm – 10pm: Callbacks – By invitation only.\n\n(Auditioners only need to come to one night of open call auditions.  We are only seeing in-person auditioners during audition times – no video submissions.) \nPERFORMANCE DATES:  Jan. 11 – Feb. 8\, 2025\n  \nAUDITION NOTICE:\nTITLE: Agatha Christie’s THE MURDER OF ROGER ACKROYD \nAUTHOR: Adapted by Philip Grecian from the novel by Agatha Christie \nDIRECTOR: Mitchell Nunn \nRUN:  Jan. 11 – Feb. 8\, 2025 \nFridays & Saturdays 8pm\, Sundays at 2pm. Special performances on Thursday and Sunday nights may be added for private parties and special events. \nThis is a volunteer community theater production.  Non-Equity.  There is no pay.  \nAUDITION DATES:\nOpen Call: \nDates: Monday\, Nov. 4 and Tuesday\, Nov. 5\, 2024 \n(Auditioners only need to come to one night of Open Call Auditions.) \nTimes: 7pm – 9pm \nLocation: Long Beach Playhouse   \nCallbacks: By Invitation Only. \nDate: Wednesday\, Nov. 6\, 2024 \nTimes: 7pm – 10pm \nREHEARSALS:\nFirst Read-Through: Saturday\, Nov. 9\, Noon – 4pm \nRegular Rehearsal: Starting Monday\, Nov. 11: Mondays – Wednesdays\, 7pm – 10pm; Saturdays 9am – Noon. \n(Please see beginning rehearsal schedule BELOW for specific dates and times.) \nLocation: Long Beach Playhouse \nNOTE: Open to working with some minor conflicts except for tech dates and performances. \nAUDITION REQUIREMENTS:\nBring headshot and resume.  \nSides for cold readings will be provided at the auditions. \nSHORT SYNOPSIS:  \nIn the small village of King’s Abbot\, before she commits suicide\, Mrs. Ferrars admits to her fiancé\, Roger Ackroyd\, that she had murdered her husband a year earlier. Ackroyd relays the information to the village doctor\, James Sheppard\, revealing that the woman was being blackmailed to keep the murder a secret. Later\, Ackroyd himself is murdered as he sits in his study\, and the Belgian detective Hercule Poirot is called out of retirement to investigate. Poirot engages Sheppard’s help to find the killer\, referring to the doctor as his “Watson”. Every servant and acquaintance in the household at the time of Ackroyd’s murder has something to hide – but who did it? And why? \nCASTING THE FOLLOWING ROLES:\nNOTE: Actively seeking all ethnicities for all roles \nDR. JAMES SHEPPARD:  (M\, 50s)  The physician in King’s Abbot. Upon the murder of Roger Ackroyd\, Dr. Sheppard serves as Hercule Poirot’s Watson-like associate. It’s important to him to know what Poirot knows\, and he is writing it all down with the idea of authoring a book. (Role requires an English Accent.) \nCAROLINE SHEPPARD: (F\, Late 50s) Dr Sheppard’s older unmarried sister and the leader of the village gossips She knows everything that goes on in the village and has an ability to put pieces together and come up with an answer before anyone else in the community.  (Role requires an English Accent.) \nHERCULE POIROT: (M\, 45 – 70)  The famous Belgian detective who has retired to King’s Abbot. Poirot is short\, has quirky habits and is proud of his carefully groomed mustache. He relies on logic and critical thinking to determine the facts of a crime. He is a master of human nature who keeps his thoughts to himself and only reveals them when he is certain of his theory. (Role requires a Belgian Accent.) \nJOHN PARKER: (M\, 40 – 60) He is a competent servant and a worrier. He blackmailed a former employer and was looking for an opportunity to blackmail Ackroyd as well.  (Role requires an English Accent.) \nGEOFFREY RAYMOND: (M\, 25 – 40)   Ackroyd’s secretary and business manager. Raymond is young\, charming\, debonair and fascinated by every aspect of murder and the investigation. He admits being in debt\, but the money he will receive from Ackroyd’s will takes care of this.  (Role requires an English Accent.) \nINSPECTOR RAGLAN: (M\, Late 50s) The official inspector of Ackroyd’s murder. He is proud of his investigative method\, though it is pedestrian at best and usually wrong. He is something of a bumbler.  (Role requires an English Accent.) \nMAJOR HECTOR BLUNT: (M\, 40 – 50) A big game hunter and friend of Ackroyd. Blunt is a man of few words\, but when he does speak\, he is . . . blunt. He secretly loves Flora but feels that\, as he is considerably older\, she doesn’t see him as a romantic partner. By his own admission\, he is uncomfortable in society and prefers the jungle of Africa.  (Role requires an English Accent.) \nFLORA ACKROYD: (F\, early 20s)   Flora is Roger Ackroyd’s young and beautiful niece. She is resentful she is financially dependent on her uncle and agrees to marry Ralph Payton in order to escape this heavy dependence even though she harbors a secret love for Major Blunt.  (Role requires an English Accent.) \nMRS. ACKROYD: (F\, 40s – 50s) Flora’s mother and Roger Ackroyd’s sister-in-law. Mrs. Ackroyd and Flora came to live at Fernly Park after her husband died\, Shallow and solipsistic\, she has fallen into debt in an attempt to sustain her lifestyle and is dependent upon money from her penurious brother-in-law. She is a difficult woman to be around. (Role requires an English Accent.) \nELIZABETH RUSSELL: (F\, 40s) Ackroyd’s chief housekeeper\, She is somewhere over 40 but comes off as older do to her stern demeanor. Elizbeth is efficient and no-nonsense with a proficiency that renders her intimidating. Respectability is deeply important to her\, and she has a secret that she fears would ruin her reputation if it came out. (Role requires an English Accent.) \nURSULA BOURNE: (F\, mid 20s) A housemaid at Fernly Park. \,Born into gentility\, Ursula was thrown into the workforce when her father died and the family fortune was lost. Her references may be false\, but she is an excellent housemaid and a hard worker.  (Role requires an English Accent.) \nNOTE:  KENT AND PATON WILL BE PLAYED BY ONE PERSON \nCHARLES KENT: (M\, 20s) An alcoholic and heroin addict and relies on thievery. Appears worn and shabby do to heavy drug use. When he is caught attempting to burgle Fernly Park\, he demonstrates the anger and the shakes of a drug addict needing a fix. (Role requires an American Accent.) \nRALPH PATON: (M\, 20s) Ackroyd’s adopted stepson. Payton in handsome and charming\, but he is terrible at handling his own finances and obligations. He is steeped in debt and counts on his stepfather’s fortune for support. He is engaged to Flora and has disappeared making him a prime suspect in Roger Ackroyd’s murder.  (Role requires an English Accent.) \nBEGINNING REHEARSAL SCHEDULE:\n\n\nThe Murder of Roger Ackroyd Beg. Reh. Schedule V.2Download URL:https://lbplayhouse.org/event/auditions-agatha-christies-the-murder-of-roger-ackroyd/ CATEGORIES:Auditions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lbplayhouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/The-Murder-of-Roger-Ackroyd-Audition-Banner-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241015T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241017T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T002524 CREATED:20240826T213959Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T212853Z UID:9338-1729018800-1729191600@lbplayhouse.org SUMMARY:AUDITIONS: A CHRISTMAS CAROL (2024) DESCRIPTION:AUDITIONS: A CHRISTMAS CAROL (2024)\nPlaying in the Long Beach Playhouse’s Mainstage Theater\nFrom the novella by Charles Dickens\, Adapted by\nDirected by Joy Arzaga\n  \nAUDITION DATES:  Oct. 15 – 17\n\nTuesday\, Oct. 15   – 7pm – 9pm: Open Call\nWednesday\,  Oct. 16  – 7pm – 9pm: Open Call\nThursday\, Oct. 17 – 7pm – 10pm: Callbacks – By invitation only.\n\n(Auditioners only need to come to one night of open call auditions.  We are only seeing in-person auditioners during audition times – no video submissions.) \nPERFORMANCE DATES:  Dec. 7 – Dec. 22\, 2024\n  \nAUDITION NOTICE:\nTITLE:  A CHRISTMAS CAROL\nAUTHOR:   From the Novella by Charles Dickens\, adapted by Joy Arzaga \nDIRECTOR: Joy Arzaga \nRUN:  Dec. 7 – Dec. 22\, 2024  \nThursdays\, Fridays & Saturdays 8pm\, Sundays at 2pm. Special performances on Wednesday and Sunday nights may be added for private parties and special events.  \nThis is a volunteer community theater production.  Non-Equity.  There is no pay.  \nAUDITION DATES:\nOpen Call: (Auditioners only need to come to one night of Open Call Auditions.) \nDates: Tuesday\, Oct. 15 and Wednesday\, Oct. 16\, 2024    \nTimes: 7pm – 9pm \nLocation: Long Beach Playhouse   \nCallbacks: By Invitation Only. \nDate: Thursday\, October. 17 \nTimes: 7pm – 10pm \nREHEARSALS:\nFirst Read-Through: Saturday\, Oct. 19\, noon – 4pm \nFirst Rehearsal: Starts Monday\, Oct. 21. \nRegular Rehearsal: Mondays – Thursdays\, 7pm – 10pm\, Saturdays 1pm – 4pm.  \n\nNO REHEARSAL ON Halloween & Thanksgiving BUT will rehearse the Wednesday before those days on 10/30 and 11/27\n\n(Please see beginning rehearsal schedule BELOW for specific dates and times.) \nFlexible to work around some minor conflicts except for tech dates and performances. \nLocation: Long Beach Playhouse \nAUDITION REQUIREMENTS: \nBring headshot\, resume\, and calendar of conflicts.   \nAudition will consist of cold readings from the script. Sides will be provided at auditions.  \nYou may be asked to sing your favorite Christmas Carol. Be prepared to sing a cappella or bring your own track. \nBritish accents required for all roles.   \nNon-traditional casting welcome: open to all races\, genders\, and ages.   \nSHORT SYNOPSIS:  \nAn adaptation of Charles Dickens’ classic Christmas novella\, A Christmas  Carol is the famous tale of a miserly old man named Ebenezer Scrooge. Over the course of the story\, he is visited by the ghosts of Christmas past\, present\, and future\, who give him a new perspective on his life. \nCASTING THE FOLLOWING ROLES:  \nNOTE: Looking to cast 12 actors\, with most everyone but Scrooge playing multiple parts. Non-traditional casting welcome: open to all races\, genders\, and ages.   \nEBENEZER SCROOGE (M\, to play 50+) A cold-hearted miser\, whose fear of the world has manifested in a hatred for Christmas.  \nBOB CRATCHIT (M\, 35-50) An optimistic\, mild-mannered man who loves his family. Also plays Dick Wilkins who was Ebenezer’s best friend when he was younger.  \nGHOST OF CHRISTMAS PAST (F\, to play 18-25) A strange\, otherworldly spirit who shows Scrooge his past. Singing is a bonus. Will also play a Salvation Army Bell Ringer\, a Caroler\, Martha Cratchit and Ghost of Christmas YTC puppeteer. Singing is a bonus. \nGHOST OF CHRISTMAS PRESENT (M\, all ages 20+ considered) An exuberant spirit who is the embodiment of Christmas Day. Singing is a bonus. Will also play Salvation Army Bell Ringer\, a Caroler\, Mr. Fezziwig and Ghost of Christmas YTC puppeteer. \nJACOB MARLEY (M\, to play 50 +) The ghost of Ebenezer Scrooge’s dead business partner. Will also play a Narrator\, Old Joe\, and the Poulterer.   \nFRED HOLLOWELL (M\, 18-30) Scrooge’s nephew and a joyful young  man filled with Christmas cheer. Will also play Young Ebenezer\, Thomas and Broker  2. \nBELLE (F\, 18-30) A young woman with fierce convictions and the lost love of Ebenezer. Will also play Caroline\, Catherine\, and Broker 1.  \nMRS. CRATCHIT (F\, 35-50) A strong headed matriarch of her family. She  is kind-hearted but not afraid to speak her truth. Will also play Mrs. Fezziwig\, a Narrator\, and Mrs. Oliver. \nELIZABETH HOLLOWELL (F\, 18-30) Fred’s outgoing and playful wife.  Singing voice is a bonus. Will also play the Solicitor\, Narrator\, a Caroler\, a party goer and Mrs. Dilber.  \nPETER CRATCHIT (M\, 13-17) Eldest son of the Cratchits. Singing required. Will also play Ignorance\, and Boy.  \nBELINDA CRATCHIT (F\, 7-13) Youngest daughter of the Cratchits. Will  also play a Street child\, Fan\, Belle’s daughter\, and Want.  \nTINY TIM (M\, 7-10) A kind-hearted\, sickly boy who loves Christmas.  Singing is a bonus. Will also play School-age Scrooge.  \nBEGINNING REHEARSAL SCHEDULE:\n\n\nCarol (2024) Beg. Reh. Schedule V.2Download URL:https://lbplayhouse.org/event/auditions-a-christmas-carol-2024/ CATEGORIES:Auditions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lbplayhouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/A-Christmas-Carol-2024-Audition-Banner-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240921T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241019T220000 DTSTAMP:20260404T002524 CREATED:20240716T233721Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241021T212122Z UID:9158-1726948800-1729375200@lbplayhouse.org SUMMARY:THE PASSION OF DRACULA DESCRIPTION:THE PASSION OF DRACULA\nPlaying in the Long Beach Playhouse’s Mainstage Theater\nSept. 21 – Oct. 19\, 2024\nBy Bob Hall & David Richmond\nDirected by David Scaglione\nIn the bloodcurdling and sensational tradition of the Hammer horror films comes THE PASSION OF DRACULA! It’s 1911\, and Dr. Seward presides over a mental hospital next to a quiet English village.  But a new resident to the locality has caused quite a stir\, the charming and seductive Count Dracula.  When Seward’s ward\, Wilhelmina\, suffers from a strange wasting disease and grows more and more drawn to the stranger\, can Professor Van Helsing\, formidable Freudian analyst Dr. Helga Van Zandt\, and young reporter Jonathan Harker solve the mystery and keep the young woman from falling into an undying abyss of the Count’s alluring powers? \nPURCHASE YOUR TICKETS HERE:\nCHOOSE YOUR DATE:\nTHIS PRODUCTION CLOSED OCT. 19\, 2024 \nAGE LIMIT\nAs a courtesy to our patrons\, it is the policy of the theatre not to admit children under the age of 5. This policy may be altered from time to time based on shows and show content. \nThis Show Contains:\n\nAdult Themes\nFog and Smoke Effects\nFlashing Lights\nSimulated Smoking\nSimulated Violence and Depictions of Self Harm\nLoud Gun Shots\nThe Undead!\n\nAct One is Approx. 45 mins.\nThere will be a 15 Minute Intermission\nAct Two is Approx. 1hr. 15 mins.\nPREVIEW CLIP:\n \nPERFORMANCE PHOTOS:\n\n \n \n \n \n THE PASSION OF DRACULA (MAINSTAGE\, Sept. 21 – Oct. 19\, 2024)\nPHOTO 1: Andrea Stradling (DR. HELGA VAN ZANDT)\, Trevor Hart (MR. RENFIELD)\, Michael Hovance (DR. CEDRIC SEWARD)\, Guy C. van Empel (LORD GODALMING)\, Alan Bornemann (JAMESON)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n \n \n \n \n \n THE PASSION OF DRACULA (MAINSTAGE\, Sept. 21 – Oct. 19\, 2024)\nPHOTO 2: Caitlin Zinn (WILHELMINA MURRAY)\, Jay Miramontes (JONATHAN HARKER)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n \n \n \n \n \n THE PASSION OF DRACULA (MAINSTAGE\, Sept. 21 – Oct. 19\, 2024)\nPHOTO 3: Trevor Hart (MR. RENFIELD)\, Andrea Stradling (DR. HELGA VAN ZANDT)\, Guy C. van Empel (LORD GODALMING)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n \n \n \n \n \n THE PASSION OF DRACULA (MAINSTAGE\, Sept. 21 – Oct. 19\, 2024)\nPHOTO 4: Caitlin Zinn (WILHELMINA MURRAY)\, Andrea Stradling (DR. HELGA VAN ZANDT)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n \n \n \n \n \n THE PASSION OF DRACULA (MAINSTAGE\, Sept. 21 – Oct. 19\, 2024)\nPHOTO 5: Caitlin Zinn (WILHELMINA MURRAY)\, Ben Trotter (COUNT DRACULA)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n THE PASSION OF DRACULA (MAINSTAGE\, Sept. 21 – Oct. 19\, 2024)\nPHOTO 6: Ben Trotter (COUNT DRACULA)\, Caitlin Zinn (WILHELMINA MURRAY)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n THE PASSION OF DRACULA (MAINSTAGE\, Sept. 21 – Oct. 19\, 2024)\nPHOTO 7: Ben Trotter (COUNT DRACULA)\, Caitlin Zinn (WILHELMINA MURRAY)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n \n \n \n \n \n THE PASSION OF DRACULA (MAINSTAGE\, Sept. 21 – Oct. 19\, 2024)\nPHOTO 8: Andrea Stradling (DR. HELGA VAN ZANDT)\, Ben Trotter (COUNT DRACULA)\, Guy C. van Empel (LORD GODALMING)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n \n \n \n \n \n THE PASSION OF DRACULA (MAINSTAGE\, Sept. 21 – Oct. 19\, 2024)\nPHOTO 9: Alan Bornemann (JAMESON)\, Andrea Stradling (DR. HELGA VAN ZANDT)\, Jay Miramontes (JONATHAN HARKER)\, James Matthis (PROF. VAN HELSING)\, Michael Hovance (DR. CEDRIC SEWARD)\, Guy C. van Empel (LORD GODALMING)\, Trevor Hart (MR. RENFIELD)\, Ben Trotter (COUNT DRACULA)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n \n \n \n \n \n THE PASSION OF DRACULA (MAINSTAGE\, Sept. 21 – Oct. 19\, 2024)\nPHOTO 10: Alan Bornemann (JAMESON)\, Trevor Hart (MR. RENFIELD)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n \n \n \n \n \n THE PASSION OF DRACULA (MAINSTAGE\, Sept. 21 – Oct. 19\, 2024)\nPHOTO 11: Caitlin Zinn (WILHELMINA MURRAY)\, Michael Hovance (DR. CEDRIC SEWARD)\, James Matthis (PROF. VAN HELSING)\, Jay Miramontes (JONATHAN HARKER)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n \n \n \n \n \n THE PASSION OF DRACULA (MAINSTAGE\, Sept. 21 – Oct. 19\, 2024)\nPHOTO 12: Jay Miramontes (JONATHAN HARKER)\, Guy C. van Empel (LORD GODALMING)\, James Matthis (PROF. VAN HELSING)\, Caitlin Zinn (WILHELMINA MURRAY)\, Michael Hovance (DR. CEDRIC SEWARD)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n \n \n \n \n \n THE PASSION OF DRACULA (MAINSTAGE\, Sept. 21 – Oct. 19\, 2024)\nPHOTO 13: James Matthis (PROF. VAN HELSING)\, Caitlin Zinn (WILHELMINA MURRAY)\, Ben Trotter (COUNT DRACULA)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n THE PASSION OF DRACULA (MAINSTAGE\, Sept. 21 – Oct. 19\, 2024)\nPHOTO 14: BACK: Jay Miramontes (JONATHAN HARKER)\, Alan Bornemann (JAMESON)\, Trevor Hart (MR. RENFIELD)\, James Matthis (PROF. VAN HELSING)\, Michael Hovance (DR. CEDRIC SEWARD)\, Guy C. van Empel (LORD GODALMING)\, FRONT: Caitlin Zinn (WILHELMINA MURRAY)\, Andrea Stradling (DR. HELGA VAN ZANDT)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n\n \n \n \nCAST:\n\nMichael Hovance (DR. CEDRIC SEWARD)\nAlan Bornemann (JAMESON)\nJames Matthis (PROF. VAN HELSING)\nAndrea Stradling (DR. HELGA VAN ZANDT)\nGuy C. van Empel (LORD GODALMING)\nTrevor Hart (MR. RENFIELD)\nCaitlin Zinn (WILHELMINA MURRAY)\nJay Miramontes (JONATHAN HARKER)\nBen Trotter (COUNT DRACULA) URL:https://lbplayhouse.org/event/the-passion-of-dracula/ CATEGORIES:Mainstage Theatre ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lbplayhouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/The-Passion-of-Dracula-Event-Banner-2-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240919T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240919T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T002524 CREATED:20240814T220315Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T202718Z UID:9326-1726761600-1726765200@lbplayhouse.org SUMMARY:Long Beach Gives "Sirens: A Film Noir" A Live Radio Play DESCRIPTION:It’s Long Beach Gives Y’all! \n\n\n\nWe will be presenting a fantastic brand new radio play “Sirens: A Film Noir” written by friend of the Playhouse Terra Taylor Knudson \n\n\n\nOur show will begin at 4pm on the Mainstage. It will also be Live Streamed to our YouTube channel! \n\n\n\nTickets are FREE! Reserve your seats by emailing Madison@LBPlayhouse.org \n\n\n\nWe will be streaming the show on our YouTube page HERE\n\n\n\nLong Beach Gives is a citywide\, online fundraising campaign to raise awareness and inspire community giving for Long Beach nonprofits. The goal of Long Beach Gives is to inspire individuals and businesses in our community to support the exemplary work of nonprofits making a difference in Long Beach. \n\n\n\nLast year\, Long Beach Gives raised $2\,071\,589 million for 244 local nonprofit organizations. Show your support of LB Playhouse by donating during Long Beach Gives at the link below! \n\n\n\nDONATE HERE URL:https://lbplayhouse.org/event/long-beach-gives-sirens-a-film-noir-a-live-radio-play/ CATEGORIES:Mainstage Theatre ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lbplayhouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Event-Banner-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240909T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240911T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T002524 CREATED:20240726T211704Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240731T201340Z UID:9237-1725908400-1726081200@lbplayhouse.org SUMMARY:AUDITIONS: ROMEO & JULIET DESCRIPTION:AUDITIONS: ROMEO AND JULIET\nPlaying in the Long Beach Playhouse’s Mainstage Theater\nBy William Shakespeare\nDirected by Lauren Velasco\nAUDITION DATES:  Sept. 9 – 11\, 2024\n\nMonday\, Sept. 9\, 2024 – 7pm – 9pm: Open Call\nTuesday\,  Sept. 10\, 2024 – 7pm – 9pm: Open Call\nWednesday\, September\, 11 – 7pm – 10pm: Callbacks – By invitation only.\n\n(Auditioners only need to come to one night of open call auditions.  We are only seeing in-person auditioners during audition times – no video submissions.) \nPERFORMANCE DATES:  Nov. 2 – Nov. 30\, 2024\nAUDTION NOTICE:\nTITLE: ROMEO & JULIET\nAUTHOR: William Shakespeare \nDIRECTOR: Lauren Velasco \nRUN: Nov. 2 – Nov. 30\, 2024 \nFridays & Saturdays 8pm\, Sundays at 2pm. Special performances on Thursday and Sunday nights may be added for private parties and special events. \nThis is a volunteer community theater production.  Non-Equity.  There is no pay. \nAUDITION DATES:\nOpen Call: \nDates: Monday\, September 9th\, 2024 and Tuesday\, September 10th\, 2024 \n(Auditioners only need to come to one night of Open Call Auditions.) \nTimes: 7pm – 9pm \nLocation: Long Beach Playhouse   \nCallbacks: By Invitation Only. \nDate: Wednesday\, September 11th\, 2024 \nTimes: 7pm – 10pm \nREHEARSALS:\nFirst Read-Through: Saturday\, September 14th\, Noon – 4pm \nRegular Rehearsal: Starts Sunday\, September 15th (Sundays not regular rehearsal days.) Mondays – Thursdays: 7pm – 10pm; Saturdays: 9am – 1pm. \nPossible rehearsal Friday\, October 25th: 7pm-10pm \n(Please see beginning rehearsal schedule BELOW for specific dates and times.) \nLocation: Long Beach Playhouse \nNOTE: Open to working with some conflicts except for tech dates and performances.  \nAUDITION REQUIREMENTS:\nBring headshot and resume.  \nMemorize a Shakespeare monologue no longer than 1 minute (Either dramatic or comedic) or cold read from a side. Sides for cold readings will be provided at the auditions. \n(We are only seeing in-person auditioners during audition times – no video submissions.) \nSHORT SYNOPSIS:  \nOnce upon a time there were two households both alike in dignity… Told in the style of Grimm’s fairytales\, this classic tragedy is the story two young teenagers falling in love and losing their lives due to their family’s ancient grudge. This timeless story explores themes of love\, vengeance\, and what our youth is owed.  \nCASTING THE FOLLOWING ROLES:\nPLEASE NOTE: Some actors may be asked to move set pieces. Many roles are double-cast. Actors of all ethnicities and genders are encouraged to audition. \n\nROMEO (M\, 18+ to play 16-17): Son of the Montagues. He is intelligent\, sensitive\, passionate\, rash\, and idealistic. He loves with all his heart\, but not wisely. Will be required to sword fight.\n\n\nMONTAGUE (M or F\, 40’s-70’s): Romeo’s father or mother and head of the Montagues. A distant parental figure. Will also play Friar John\, Storyteller\, and Lord/Lady.\n\n\nBENVOLIO (M or F\, 18+ to play 16-20’s): A Montague and Romeo’s cousin. He attempts to foster peace rather than violence. Will be required to sword fight.\n\n\nBALTHASAR (M or F\, 18+ to play 16-20’s): Romeo’s serving man. He’s a dedicated servant and friend. Will be required to sword fight.\n\n\nJULIET (F\, 18+ to look 16 – 17): The 13-year-old daughter of the Capulet’s. A funny\, naïve\, romantic\, impatient\, and playful young girl. She is discovering the world around her.\n\n\nCAPULET (M\, 40’s – 70’s): Juliet’s father and head of the Capulets. He has a polite public demeanor and an abusive private demeanor. He is decisive\, stubborn\, and easily enraged.\n\n\nLADY CAPULET (F\, 30’s – 40’s): Juliet’s mother. Married very young and a distant parental figure. She lost many children before Juliet and doesn’t know how to show her love for Juliet.\n\n\nNURSE (F\, 30’s – 60’s): Nurse to Juliet. A talkative\, dirty-minded\, and caring woman that is very practical. She is like a mother to Juliet.\n\n\nTYBALT (M or F\, 20’s – 30’s): Nephew to the Capulets. Juliet’s cousin on her mother’s side. Aggressive\, hotheaded\, prideful\, and stubborn. He’s/She’s fueled by vengeance. Will be required to sword fight.\n\n\nPARIS (M\, 18-20’s): The Prince’s kinsman and Juliet’s suitor. Presumptuous\, emotional\, and has noble manners. Will also play Sampson. Will be required to sword fight.\n\n\nPRINCE ESCALUS (M or F\, 16-20’s): Prince of Verona. Young and thrust into a position of power. Seeks to keep the peace and swift in judgement. Will also play Peter.\n\n\nMERCUTIO (M or F\, 18+ to play 16-20’s): The Prince’s kinsman and Romeo’s friend. Irreverent\, bitingly witty\, and bold. In this telling he/she can harness minor magical powers. Will also play Gregory. Will be required to sword fight.\n\n\nFRIAR LAWRENCE (M\, 40’s – 70’s): A Franciscan friar. He is a civic-minded man that is often the voice of reason. As good intentioned as he is\, there is also a self-serving side to this man. \n\nBEGINNING REHEARSAL SCHEDULE:\n\n\nRomeo-and-Juliet-Beg.-Reh.-Schedule-V.2Download URL:https://lbplayhouse.org/event/auditions-romeo-juliet/ CATEGORIES:Auditions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lbplayhouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Romeo-and-Juliet-Audition-Banner-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240831T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240928T230000 DTSTAMP:20260404T002524 CREATED:20240301T224848Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T202221Z UID:8715-1725134400-1727564400@lbplayhouse.org SUMMARY:THE PILLOWMAN DESCRIPTION:THE PILLOWMAN\nPlaying in the Long Beach Playhouse’s Studio Theater\nAug. 31 – Sept. 28\, 2024\nBy Martin McDonagh\nDirected by Carl daSilva\nA serial killer is on the loose\, and several children have gone missing.  But when a writer in this unnamed totalitarian state is interrogated\, the police think the gruesome content of their short stories and the similarities to the murders are too close to be a coincidence. Is art a crime\, and can story-telling be dangerous? In this extremely dark horror thriller by Martin McDonagh\, you may just think so! Exhilarating and thoroughly startling\, THE PILLOWMAN is a gripping and unflinching examination of the very nature and purpose of art itself. \nPURCHASE YOUR TICKETS HERE:\nCHOOSE YOUR DATE:\nTHIS PRODUCTION CLOSED SEPT. 28\, 2024. \nPLEASE NOTE: The Studio Theater is on the 2nd Floor. Due to the age of our building\, there is no elevator and the theater is only accessible by stairs. \nAGE LIMIT \nAs a courtesy to our patrons\, it is the policy of the theatre not to admit children under the age of 5. This policy may be altered from time to time based on shows and show content. \nThis Show Contains:\n\nIntense and Offensive Adult Language and Content including discussions of violence against children.\nIntense Dark Themes and Subject Matter.\nDiscussions of Self Harm.\nSimulated Scenes of Violence.\nA Very Loud Blank Firing Gun Shot.\n\nThis is a Two Act Show\, with one\, 15 min. Intermission\n• Act I is Approx. 1 hr. 30 mins\n• 15 Minute Intermission\n• Act II is Approx. 50 min.\nPREVIEW CLIPS:\n \n \nPERFORMANCE PHOTOS:\n\n \n \n \n \n THE PILLOWMAN (STUDIO\, Aug. 31 – Sept. 28\, 2024)\nPHOTO 1: Paul Vroom (TUPOLSKI)\, Brian Brennan (KATURIAN)\, Patrick Peterson (ARIEL)\n(Jonathan Lewis Photography)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n THE PILLOWMAN (STUDIO\, Aug. 31 – Sept. 28\, 2024)\nPHOTO 2: Brian Brennan (KATURIAN)\, Patrick Peterson (ARIEL)\n(Jonathan Lewis Photography)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \nTHE PILLOWMAN (STUDIO\, Aug. 31 – Sept. 28\, 2024)\nPHOTO 3: Paul Vroom (TUPOLSKI)\, Brian Brennan (KATURIAN)\, Patrick Peterson (ARIEL)\n(Jonathan Lewis Photography)\n \n \n \n \n \n THE PILLOWMAN (STUDIO\, Aug. 31 – Sept. 28\, 2024)\nPHOTO 4: Paul Vroom (TUPOLSKI)\, Brian Brennan (KATURIAN)\, Patrick Peterson (ARIEL)\n(Jonathan Lewis Photography)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n THE PILLOWMAN (STUDIO\, Aug. 31 – Sept. 28\, 2024)\nPHOTO 5: Patrick McLoy (FATHER)\, Brian Brennan (KATURIAN)\, Peggy Free (MOTHER)\n(Jonathan Lewis Photography)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n THE PILLOWMAN (STUDIO\, Aug. 31 – Sept. 28\, 2024)\nPHOTO 6: Jeff Cheezum (MICHAL)\, Brian Brennan (KATURIAN)\n(Jonathan Lewis Photography)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n THE PILLOWMAN (STUDIO\, Aug. 31 – Sept. 28\, 2024)\nPHOTO 7: Jeff Cheezum (MICHAL)\, Brian Brennan (KATURIAN)\n(Jonathan Lewis Photography)\n \n \n \n \n \n THE PILLOWMAN (STUDIO\, Aug. 31 – Sept. 28\, 2024)\nPHOTO 7: Jeff Cheezum (MICHAL)\, Brian Brennan (KATURIAN)\n(Jonathan Lewis Photography)\n \n \n \n \n \n THE PILLOWMAN (STUDIO\, Aug. 31 – Sept. 28\, 2024)\nPHOTO 9: Jeff Cheezum (MICHAL)\, Brian Brennan (KATURIAN)\n(Jonathan Lewis Photography)\n \n \n \n \n \n THE PILLOWMAN (STUDIO\, Aug. 31 – Sept. 28\, 2024)\nPHOTO 10: Patrick McLoy (FATHER)\, Brian Brennan (KATURIAN)\, Peggy Free (MOTHER)\n(Jonathan Lewis Photography)\n \n \n \n \n \n THE PILLOWMAN (STUDIO\, Aug. 31 – Sept. 28\, 2024)\nPHOTO 11: Brian Brennan (KATURIAN)\, Patrick Peterson (ARIEL)\, Paul Vroom (TUPOLSKI)\n(Jonathan Lewis Photography)\n \n \n \n \n \n THE PILLOWMAN (STUDIO\, Aug. 31 – Sept. 28\, 2024)\nPHOTO 12: Paul Vroom (TUPOLSKI)\, Brian Brennan (KATURIAN)\n(Jonathan Lewis Photography)\n \n \n \n \n \n THE PILLOWMAN (STUDIO\, Aug. 31 – Sept. 28\, 2024)\nPHOTO 13: Paul Vroom (TUPOLSKI)\, Brian Brennan (KATURIAN)\n(Jonathan Lewis Photography)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n THE PILLOWMAN (STUDIO\, Aug. 31 – Sept. 28\, 2024)\nPHOTO 14: BACK ROW: Paul Vroom (TUPOLSKI)\, Paul Vroom (TUPOLSKI)\, Patrick Peterson (ARIEL)\, FRONT ROW: Patrick McLoy (FATHER)\, Brian Brennan (KATURIAN)\, Peggy Free (MOTHER)\n(Jonathan Lewis Photography)\n \n \n\nCAST:\n\nPaul Vroom (TUPOLSKI)\nBrian Brennan (KATURIAN)\nPatrick Peterson (ARIEL)\nJeff Cheezum (MICHAL)\nPeggy Free (MOTHER)\nPatrick McLoy (FATHER) URL:https://lbplayhouse.org/event/the-pillowman/ CATEGORIES:Studio Theatre ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lbplayhouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/The-Pillowman-Event-Banner-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240813T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240815T230000 DTSTAMP:20260404T002524 CREATED:20240305T220946Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T232845Z UID:8766-1723575600-1723762800@lbplayhouse.org SUMMARY:AUDITIONS: HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH DESCRIPTION:AUDITIONS: HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH\nText by John Cameron Mitchell\, Music and Lyrics by Stephen Trask\nDirected by Angela I. Cruz\nAUDITION DATES:  Aug. 13 – 15\, 2024\n\nTuesday\, Aug. 13\, 2024 – 7pm – 9pm: Open Call\nWednesday\, Aug. 14\, 2024 – 7pm – 9pm: Open Call\nThursday\, Aug. 15\, 2024 – 7pm – 10pm: Callbacks – By invitation only.\n\nPERFORMANCE DATES:  Oct. 12 – Nov. 16\, 2024\n  \nAUDITION NOTICE:\nTITLE: HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH \nAUTHOR: Text by John Cameron Mitchell \nMusic and Lyrics by Stephen Trask \nDIRECTOR: Angela Cruz \nMUSIC DIRECTOR: Stephen Olear \nCHOREOGRAPHER:  \nRUN:  October 12\, 2024 – November 16\, 2024  \nFridays & Saturdays 8pm\, Sundays 2pm. Special performances on Thursday and Sunday nights may be added for private parties and special events. \nThis is a volunteer community theater production.  Non-Equity.  There is no pay. \nAUDITION DATES:\nOpen Call:  \nDates: Tuesday\, Aug. 13 & Wednesday\, Aug. 14\, 2024. \n(Auditioners only need to come to one night of Open Call Auditions.) \nTimes: 7pm – 9pm \nLocation: Long Beach Playhouse   \nCallbacks: By Invitation Only. \nDate: Thursday\, Aug. 15\, 2024 \nTimes: 7pm – 11pm \nLocation: Long Beach Playhouse   \nREHEARSALS:\nFirst Read-Through: Aug. 17\, 2024\, Sat. Noon – 4pm. \nRegular Rehearsal: Starting Aug. 19: Mon. – Thurs. 7pm – 10pm\,  \nSat. 11am – 5pm. (Possible Sunday\, 5pm – 9pm if needed and will be advised in advance notice.) Schedule is subject to change with advance notice. \n(Please see beginning rehearsal schedule BELOW for specific dates and times.) \nLocation: Long Beach Playhouse \nAUDITION REQUIREMENTS:\nBring headshot and resume.  \nPlease bring 16 bars of a musical theatre or rock song in style of the show (an accompanist will be provided.) Please do not sing from the show. You will need to bring your own sheet music for your audition song. All auditioners will need to sing with the accompanist – no a capella or recorded tracks. \nSides for cold readings will be provided at the auditions/callbacks. \nSHORT SYNOPSIS:  \nHedwig is an “internationally ignored song stylist”\, a fourth-wall smashing East German rock ‘n’ roll goddess who also happens to be the victim of a botched sex-change operation\, which has left her with just “an angry inch.” This outrageous and unexpectedly hilarious story is dazzlingly performed by Hedwig in the form of a rock gig/stand-up comedy routine backed by a hard-rocking band.” \nCASTING THE FOLLOWING ROLES:\nGENERAL NOTE: Both characters must have the stamina to carry the show from start to finish while rarely leaving the stage.  \nThis show contains graphic language and adult themes. \nWe will be casting two sets of casts for this show\, which will alternate on different weekends of the run.  The dates of which cast will perform when will be TBD. \nHEDWIG (Lead. Transfemme or non-binary performers\, 18-40 to play late 20s-Early 40s. Ethnicity open).  Hedwig is a struggling\, queer nightlife performer who is on a journey to find her other half. She is grunge; a dreamer who has been disillusioned by broken relationships. Seeking a captivating and energetic performer who is comfortable in their body and who can dexterously shift from persona to persona (Hedwig’s mother\, husband\, rock icon ex-lover\, Tommy Gnosis.) (Role requires a German/Eastern European Accent. Very strong rock/pop/soul/R&B tenor. Vocal range: A2 to B4) \nPLEASE NOTE: the role of Hedwig deals with references to sexual abuse\, the body\, and genital-centered discussions of gender. Performs outside the gender binary. \nThere is partial nudity and intimacy that can be adjusted to the comfort level of the performer. \nYITZHAK (Supporting. Female or non-binary performers\, 18-30\, to play late 20s-30s. Ethnicity open.) Hedwig’s partner in crime. Yitzhak is a phenomenal entertainer on their own and is currently Hedwig’s backup singer. They are punk\, grunge\, with a hint of queer glamor. Bound by the constraints of traditional masculinity but longs to explore a more feminine side. Seeking adventurous and uninhibited performers with strong comedic timing. Ability to play basic percussion instruments (tambourine\, maracas\, etc\,) is a plus. (Role requires a Balkan/Eastern European Accent. Any body type. Strong rock/pop/soul/R&B vocalist.  Vocal range: high belt\, D4 to A5) \nBEGINNING REHEARSAL SCHEDULE:\n\n\nHedwig-and-the-Angry-Inch-Beg.-Rehearsal-Schedule-V.2Download URL:https://lbplayhouse.org/event/auditions-hedwig-and-the-angry-inch/ CATEGORIES:Auditions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lbplayhouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Hedwig-Audition-Banner-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240729T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240731T220000 DTSTAMP:20260404T002524 CREATED:20240705T203808Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T203811Z UID:9123-1722279600-1722463200@lbplayhouse.org SUMMARY:AUDITIONS: THE PASSION OF DRACULA DESCRIPTION:AUDITIONS: THE PASSION OF DRACULA\nBob Hall and David Richmond\, based on the novel by Bram Stoker\nDirected by David Scaglione\nAUDITION DATES:  July 29 – 31\, 2024\n\nMonday\, July. 29\, 2024 – 7pm – 9pm: Open Call\nTuesday\, July. 30\, 2024 – 7pm – 9pm: Open Call\nWednesday\, July\, 31 – 7pm – 10pm: Callbacks – By invitation only.\n\n(Auditioners only need to come to one night of open call auditions.  We are only seeing in-person auditioners during audition times – no video submissions.) \nPERFORMANCE DATES:  Sept. 21 – Oct. 19\, 2024\nAUDITION NOTICE:\nTITLE: THE PASSION OF DRACULA \nAUTHOR: Bob Hall and David Richmond\, based on the novel by Bram Stoker \nDIRECTOR: David Scaglione \nRUN:  Sept. 21 – Oct. 19\, 2024 \nFridays & Saturdays 8pm\, Sundays at 2pm. Special performances on Thursday and Sunday nights may be added for private parties and special events. \nThis is a volunteer community theater production.  Non-Equity.  There is no pay.  \nAUDITION DATES:\nOpen Call: \nDates: Monday\, July 29th and Tuesday 30th \n(Auditioners only need to come to one night of Open Call Auditions.) \nTimes: 7pm – 9pm \nLocation: Long Beach Playhouse  \nCallbacks: By Invitation Only. \nDate: Wednesday\, July 31st\, 2024 \nTimes: 7pm – 10pm \nREHEARSALS:\nFirst Read-Through: Saturday\, Aug. 3rd\, 2024\, Noon to 4pm \nRegular Rehearsal: Monday – Thursday\, 7pm – 10pm; Saturdays\, Noon to 4pm. \n(Please see beginning rehearsal schedule BELOW for specific dates and times.) \nLocation: Long Beach Playhouse \nAUDITION REQUIREMENTS:\nBring headshot and resume.  \nSides for cold readings will be provided at the auditions. \nSHORT SYNOPSIS:  \nIn the English countryside\, a number of young women have died under curious conditions\, at the same time a mysterious stranger has moved into the abandoned Carfax Abbey nearby. Meanwhile\, Dr Cedric Seward\, who runs the local mental institution\, with his servant Jameson\, receives a visit from his old friend\, Professor Van Helsing\, who has secretly been chasing the famous vampire\, Count Dracula and Van Helsing’s journey has brought him to Seward’s sanitarium\, but will he appear? \nCASTING THE FOLLOWING ROLES:\nNOTE: Actively seeking all ethnicities for all roles. \nDR. CEDRIC SEWARD (M; age range 45 – 85) A man of science and not of superstition. Runs the sanitarium\, and is a crack shot with a pistol.  (Upper class British accent required.) \nJAMESON (M or F; age range 21 – 65) Jameson is the muscle for Seward’s  sanitarium.  (Lower class or Cockney British accent required.) \nPROFESSOR VAN HELSING  (M; age range 40 – 70) A learned doctor of letters\, wise and direct\, spent his life chasing Dracula.  (Dutch accent required.) \nDR. HELGA VAN ZANDT (F; age range 25 – 65) A Freudian analyst\, she is smart\, sexy\, alluring\, and the secret lover of Lord Godalming.  (German accent required. Role will require intimate contact – kissing and passionate embracing – with Lord Godalming and Dracula.) \nLORD GODALMING (M; age range 45 – 70) Proper Englishman of gentry; blustering\, devoted to Mother England.  (Upper British accent required. Role will require intimate contact – kissing and passionate embracing – with Dr. Helga Van Zandt.) \nMR. RENFIELD (M or F; age range 21 – 40) Dedicated to Count Dracula\, feeds on living spiders\, flies\, and mice because the key is the life’s blood. A patient at Seward’s sanitarium.  (A very physical role. No accent required.) \nWILHELMINA MURRAY (F; age range 18 – 35) A young woman. Painfully prim and proper\, with hidden passion underneath. Love interest of Jonathan Harker.  (An upper-class British accent required. Role will require intimate contact – kissing and passionate embracing – with Jonathan Harker and Dracula.) \nJONATHAN HARKER (M; age range 18 – 35) young reporter\, who is adventurous and keen for a story. Love interest of Wilhelmina Murray.  (An upper-class British accent is required. Role will require intimate contact – kissing and passionate embracing – with Wilhelmina Murray.) \nCOUNT DRACULA (M; age range 25 – 65) A noble count of Transylvania; passionate and powerful.  (A Romania/Transylvanian Accent required. Role will require intimate contact – kissing and passionate embracing – with Dr. Helga Van Zandt and Wilhelmina Murray.) \nBEGINNING REHEARSAL SCHEDULE:\n\n\nThe-Passion-of-Dracula-Beg.-Reh.-Schedule-v.2Download URL:https://lbplayhouse.org/event/auditions-the-passion-of-dracula/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lbplayhouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Passion-of-Dracula-Audition-Banner-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240720T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240817T230000 DTSTAMP:20260404T002524 CREATED:20240301T222738Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240826T192617Z UID:8711-1721505600-1723935600@lbplayhouse.org SUMMARY:SWEAT DESCRIPTION:SWEAT\nPlaying in the Long Beach Playhouse’s Studio Theater\nJuly 20 – Aug. 17\, 2024\nBy Lynn Nottage\nDirected by Maisha Azadi Sebastiany\nKeenly observed and filled with warm humor and tremendous heart\, SWEAT tells the story of a group of friends who have spent their lives sharing drinks\, secrets\, and laughs while working together on the factory floor in the Rust Belt of Reading\, Pennsylvania. But when layoffs and picket lines begin to chip away at their trust\, the friends find themselves pitted against each other in a heart-wrenching fight to stay afloat. This Pulitzer Prize winning drama by Lynn Nottage is a masterful depiction of the forces that divide and conquer us\, where there’s humor\, abundant humility\, and a story that never feels less than authentic. \nThis production of SWEAT at the Long Beach Playhouse is partially sponsored by the Port of Long Beach \n \nA BIG THANK YOU to the Port of Long Beach! \nPURCHASE YOUR TICKETS HERE:\nCHOOSE YOUR DATE:\nTHIS PRODUCTION CLOSED AUG. 17\, 2024 \nPLEASE NOTE: The Studio Theater is on the 2nd Floor. Due to the age of our building\, there is no elevator and the theater is only accessible by stairs. \nAGE LIMIT \nAs a courtesy to our patrons\, it is the policy of the theatre not to admit children under the age of 5. This policy may be altered from time to time based on shows and show content. \nThis Show Contains:\n\nAdult Language and Content\nRacially Charged Language\, Situations\, and Symbols\nSimulated Smoking\nSimulated Scenes of Violence\n\nThis is a Two Act Show\, with one\, 15 min. Intermission\n• Act I is Approx. 1 hr. 15 mins\n• 15 Minute Intermission\n• Act II is Approx. 1 hr. 15 min.\nSHOW TRAILER:\n \nPREVIEW CLIP:\n \n \nPERFORMANCE PHOTOS:\n\n \n \n \n \n SWEAT (STUDIO\, July 20 – Aug. 17\, 2024)\nPHOTO 1: Alli Maier (TRACEY)\, Natalie Venturi (JESSIE)\, Tara Brown (CYNTHIA)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n SWEAT (STUDIO\, July 20 – Aug. 17\, 2024)\nPHOTO 2: Robin D. Harrison (EVAN)\n(Michael Hardy Photography) \n \n \n \n \n \n SWEAT (STUDIO\, July 20 – Aug. 17\, 2024)\nPHOTO 3: Ja’lil Nelson (CHRIS)\n(Michael Hardy Photography) \n \n \n \n \n \n SWEAT (STUDIO\, July 20 – Aug. 17\, 2024)\nPHOTO 4: Floyd Harden (STAN)\, Alli Maier (TRACEY)\, Tara Brown (CYNTHIA)\n(Michael Hardy Photography) \n \n \n \n \n \n SWEAT (STUDIO\, July 20 – Aug. 17\, 2024)\nPHOTO 5: Michael D. Gonzales (BRUCIE)\, Tara Brown (CYNTHIA)\n(Michael Hardy Photography) \n \n \n \n \n \n SWEAT (STUDIO\, July 20 – Aug. 17\, 2024)\nPHOTO 6: Alli Maier (TRACEY)\, Giovanni Navarro (OSCAR)\n(Michael Hardy Photography) \n \n \n \n \n \n SWEAT (STUDIO\, July 20 – Aug. 17\, 2024)\nPHOTO 7: Giovanni Navarro (OSCAR)\, Natalie Venturi (JESSIE)\, Floyd Harden (STAN)\n(Michael Hardy Photography) \n \n \n \n \n \n SWEAT (STUDIO\, July 20 – Aug. 17\, 2024)\nPHOTO 8: Alli Maier (TRACEY)\, Chase Payne (JASON)\n(Michael Hardy Photography) \n \n \n \n \n \n SWEAT (STUDIO\, July 20 – Aug. 17\, 2024)\nPHOTO 9: Floyd Harden (STAN)\, Tara Brown (CYNTHIA)\n(Michael Hardy Photography) \n\n \n \n \n \n \n SWEAT (STUDIO\, July 20 – Aug. 17\, 2024)\nPHOTO 10: Floyd Harden (STAN)\, Giovanni Navarro (OSCAR)\, Michael D. Gonzales (BRUCIE)\n(Michael Hardy Photography) \n \n \n \n \n \n SWEAT (STUDIO\, July 20 – Aug. 17\, 2024)\nPHOTO 11: Floyd Harden (STAN)\, Giovanni Navarro (OSCAR)\n(Michael Hardy Photography) \n \n \n \n \n \n SWEAT (STUDIO\, July 20 – Aug. 17\, 2024)\nPHOTO 12: Giovanni Navarro (OSCAR)\, Floyd Harden (STAN)\, Alli Maier (TRACEY)\n(Michael Hardy Photography) \n\n \n \n \n \n \n SWEAT (STUDIO\, July 20 – Aug. 17\, 2024)\nPHOTO 13: Floyd Harden (STAN)\n(Michael Hardy Photography) \n\n \n \n \n \n \n SWEAT (STUDIO\, July 20 – Aug. 17\, 2024)\nPHOTO 14: Natalie Venturi (JESSIE)\, Chase Payne (JASON)\, Giovanni Navarro (OSCAR)\, Floyd Harden (STAN)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n \n \n \n \n \n SWEAT (STUDIO\, July 20 – Aug. 17\, 2024)\nPHOTO 15: BACK ROW: Floyd Harden (STAN)\, Giovanni Navarro (OSCAR)\, FRONT ROW: Robin D. Harrison (EVAN)\, Chase Payne (JASON)\, Alli Maier (TRACEY)\, Natalie Venturi (JESSIE)\, Tara Brown (CYNTHIA)\, Ja’lil Nelson (CHRIS)\, Michael D. Gonzales (BRUCIE)\n(Michael Hardy Photography) \n \n \n\nCAST:\n\nRobin D. Harrison (EVAN)\nChase Payne (JASON)\nJa’lil Nelson (CHRIS)\nFloyd Harden (STAN)\nGiovanni Navarro (OSCAR)\nAlli Maier (TRACEY)\nTara Brown (CYNTHIA)\nNatalie Venturi (JESSIE)\nMichael D. Gonzales (BRUCIE) URL:https://lbplayhouse.org/event/sweat/ CATEGORIES:Studio Theatre ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lbplayhouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Sweat-Event-Banner-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240719T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240831T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T002524 CREATED:20240719T232428Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240719T233912Z UID:9213-1721419200-1725134400@lbplayhouse.org SUMMARY:THE 2024 - 2025 MAINSTAGE SEASON DESCRIPTION:THE 2024 – 2025 MAINSTAGE SEASON\nWe are super excited to share with you our upcoming Mainstage Season!  With sensational horror tales\, romantic tragedies\, Agatha Christie mysteries\, powerful Black dramas\, Neil Simon comedies\, Southern melodramas\, and everyone’s favorite musical about tradition\, there is something for everyone!  And don’t forget our hugely popular annual Christmas show!   \nYou can now get an affordable Season Subscription to all 7 regular Mainstage shows by calling our Box Office at 562-494-1014 option 1.  Add on our Christmas Show for a low price.  Or buy Passport tickets and choose only those shows you want to see.  There are so many great ways and reasons to see a show in our new Mainstage Season! \nCALL OUR BOX OFFICE AT 562-494-1014 option 1 TO SET UP YOUR SEASON SUBSCRIPTION!\nINDIVIDUAL TICKETS TO SINGLE SHOWS WILL BE AVAILABLE STARTING IN AUGUST.\n \nTHE SHOWS:\nTHE PASSION OF DRACULA\nBy Bob Hall & David Richmond\nDates Sept. 21 – Oct. 19\, 2024\nIn the bloodcurdling and sensational tradition of the Hammer horror films comes THE PASSION OF DRACULA! It’s 1911\, and Dr. Seward presides over a mental hospital next to a quiet English village.  But a new resident to the locality has caused quite a stir\, the charming and seductive Count Dracula.  When Seward’s ward\, Wilhelmina\, suffers from a strange wasting disease and grows more and more drawn to the stranger\, can Professor Van Helsing\, formidable Fredudian analyst Dr. Helga Van Zandt\, and young reporter Jonathan Harker solve the mystery and keep the young woman from falling into an undying abyss of the Count’s alluring powers? \nROMEO & JULIET\nBy William Shakespeare\nNov. 2 – Nov. 30\, 2024\nViolent delights have violent ends in the quintessential story of star-crossed love\, Shakespeare’s ROMEO & JULIET. Two clans war in the streets of Verona in a feud that threatens not only the peace of the city but the stability of their families themselves. Yet when Romeo sneaks into a party in disguise\, he meets Juliet\, the daughter of his enemy\, and the two fall in love at first sight. Fresh in emotion\, the two want to marry\, and are helped by a well-meaning friar with the hope of burying ancient grudges.  Good intentions lead to grave consequences in a tragedy that prevails for the ages. \nA CHRISTMAS CAROL\nAdapted from the novella by Charles Dickens\nDec. 7 – Dec. 22\, 2024\nHoliday favorite A CHRISTMAS CAROL returns for its annual incarnation in this quick-paced\, highly theatrical retelling of Charles Dickens’ classic tale. The ghosts of Christmases Past\, Present\, and Future show Ebenezer Scrooge the poverty of his miserly ways and the blessings that come with generosity. Can they convince him to change before it’s too late? Come spend time with the characters you’ve come to love – Bob Cratchit\, Tiny Tim\, and of course the irascible miser himself.  This yearly tradition will be the Christmas ghost story needed to set you and your loved ones on the path to holiday cheer. \nAgatha Christie’s THE MURDER OF ROGER ACKROYD\nAdapted by Philip Grecian from the novel by Agatha Christie\nJan. 11 – Feb. 8\, 2025\nFrom Agatha Christie’s highly-praised novel comes this thrilling adaptation of THE MURDER OF ROGER ACKROYD. Famed Detective Hercule Poirot has retired from sleuthing to garden near the small village of King’s Abbot. But when his friend and local patrician Roger Ackroyd is murdered in his country manor\, Poirot is pressed to investigate. To discover the killer\, he enlists the aid of the local doctor to be his “Watson\,” and the new detecting duo uncover a web of deceit in which every member of the household has something to hide.  No one will foresee the shocking twist as the murderer finds there is no secret they can keep from Hercule Poirot. \nAugust Wilson’s THE PIANO LESSON\nBy August Wilson\nFeb. 22 – Mar. 22\, 2025\nCan you transcend the past? In August Wilson’s masterpiece\, THE PIANO LESSON\, the past is a ghost that haunts a Black family’s dreams of a better life. It’s the Great Depression\, and Boy Willie has come north to Pittsburgh to see his sister\, Bernice\, with an opportunity to buy some land down home in Mississippi. He wants her to sell the family’s antique piano.  But it is more than just a musical instrument; it’s a testament to the family’s rise from slavery\, carved with the images of their ancestors. As the siblings contend with each other\, can they escape the lives of their forefathers and put to rest the ghosts that still haunt them? \nNeil Simon’s GOD’S FAVORITE\nBy Neil Simon\nApril 5 – May 3\, 2025\nNeil Simon is at it again in the awesomely funny comedy GOD’S FAVORITE! Successful businessman Joe Benjamin is a modern day ‘Job’ with a loving wife\, two clueless but supportive younger children\, and a household staff. But he is exasperated with his wise-cracking and seemingly apathetic oldest son. Just when it seems things couldn’t get any worse\, he is visited by Sidney Lipton\, a.k.a. A Messenger from God (and compulsive film buff)\, with a mission: test Joe’s faith and report back to “the Boss.” The jokes and tests of faith fly fast and furious as Simon spins a comedy like no other in this hilarious contemporary morality tale. \nSTEEL MAGNOLIAS\nBy Robert Harling\nMay 17 – June 14\, 2025\nSee the beloved play the popular movie is based on – STEEL MAGNOLIAS. Truvy’s beauty salon in Chinquapin\, Louisiana is the place where the ladies who are “anybody” come to have their hair done. Truvy dispenses shampoos and free advice to the town’s queen bees: local social leader\, M’Lynn\, whose daughter\, Shelby\, is about to get married; eccentric millionaire\, Miss Clairee\, who has a raging sweet tooth; rich curmudgeon\, Ouiser\, who’s been in a bad mood for forty years; all helped out by Truvy’s eager new assistant\, Annelle. Filled with hilarious repartee\, this lovingly evoked picture of eccentricity in the small-town South will have your heart aching with laughter and heartbreak. \nFIDDLER ON THE ROOF\nBook by Joseph Stein\, Music by Jerry Bock\, Lyrics by Sheldon Harnick\nJune 28 – Aug. 3\, 2025\nWinner of nine Tony Awards\, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF has touched audiences worldwide with its message of humor\, warmth\, and honesty. Set in the tight-knit\, traditional Jewish community of Anatevka\, Tevye\, a poor milkman\, his wife Golde\, and their five daughters face the changing social mores and the growing anti-Semitism of 1905 Czarist Russia. Filled with iconic and beloved songs such as “Sunrise\, Sunset\,” “If I Were a Rich Man\,” and “Matchmaker\, Matchmaker\,” this universal musical will leave you and your family crying tears of sadness\, laughter\, and joy. URL:https://lbplayhouse.org/event/the-2024-2025-mainstage-season/ CATEGORIES:Mainstage Theatre ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lbplayhouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/2024-25-Mainstage-Season-Event-Banner-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240708T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240710T220000 DTSTAMP:20260404T002524 CREATED:20240305T215810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T235303Z UID:8763-1720465200-1720648800@lbplayhouse.org SUMMARY:AUDITIONS: THE PILLOWMAN DESCRIPTION:AUDITIONS: THE PILLOWMAN\nAUDITION DATES:  July 8 – 10\, 2024\n\nMonday\, July 8\, 2024 – 7pm – 9pm: Open Call\nTuesday\, July 9\, 2024 – 7pm – 9pm: Open Call\nWednesday\, July 10\, 2024 – 7pm – 10pm: Callbacks – By invitation only.\n\nPERFORMANCE DATES:  Aug. 31 – Sept. 28\, 2024\n  \nAUDITION NOTICE:\nTITLE: THE PILLOWMAN \nAUTHOR: Martin McDonagh \nDIRECTOR: Carl daSilva \nRUN: August 30 – September 28\, 2024 \nFridays & Saturdays at 8pm\, Sundays at 2pm. Special performances on Thursday and Sunday nights may be added for private parties and special events. \nThis is a volunteer community theater production.  Non-Equity.  There is no pay.  \nAUDITION DATES:\nOpen Call: \nDates: Monday\, July 8 & Tuesday\, July 9\, 2024 \nTimes: 7pm – 9pm \nLocation: Long Beach Playhouse   \nCallbacks: \nDate and Time: Wednesday\, July 10\, 7pm – 10pm\, by invitation only. \nREHEARSALS:\nFirst Rehearsal – First Read-Through: Saturday\, July 13\, from Noon – 4pm. \nRegular Rehearsal: Sundays from 6pm – 9pm; Mondays\, Tuesdays\, Wednesdays\, & Thursdays from 7pm – 10pm.   \n(Please refer to beginning rehearsal schedule BELOW for specific dates and times.) \nLocation: Long Beach Playhouse \nAUDITION REQUIREMENTS:\nBring headshot and resume.  \nSides for cold readings will be provided at the auditions.   \nStandard American Dialect will be used for all roles. \nSHORT SYNOPSIS:\nA dark comedy about a writer in a totalitarian state who is interrogated about the gruesome content of the stories and their similarity to a number of child-murders happening in their town. When the writer learns that the brother has confessed to the murders and implicated him/her in the process\, s/he resigns to being executed but attempts to save the stories from destruction.  \nCASTING THE FOLLOWING ROLES:\nKATURIAN (M or F\, 30 to 40 – Any Race): A writer of gruesome short stories often involving children\, is surprised and confused as to why s/he was brought in by detectives for questioning.   S/he cares deeply about the brother Michal and about saving the stories from destruction. \nTUPOLSKI (M or F\, 50s to 60s – Any Race): The lead detective and the “good cop” in the interrogation. Cold and uncaring\, s/he self describes as ‘detached from the people s/he aims to save’.  S/he supervises Ariel. \nARIEL (M or F\, 30 to 40 – Any Race): A brutal and violent detective who has a vendetta against anyone who commits crimes against children because of abuse in his or her own childhood. \nMICHAL (M\, 30 to 40 – Any Race): Katurian’s older brother\, who is “slow to get things” and often referred to as a ‘retard’ following his years of abuse at the hands of his parents. He is also taken into jail by the detectives. \nMOTHER: (F\, 30s to 50s – Any Race): Looking for someone to play various mothers in the reenactment scenes.  Experience with physical comedy and pantomime a plus. \nFATHER: (M\, 30s to 50s – Any Race): Looking for someone to play various fathers and other roles in the reenactment scenes.  Experience with physical comedy and pantomime a plus. \nBEGINNING REHEARSAL SCHEDULE:\n\n\nThe-Pillowman-Beg.-Reh.-Calender-V.2Download URL:https://lbplayhouse.org/event/auditions-the-pillowman/ CATEGORIES:Auditions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lbplayhouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/The-Pillowman-Audition-Banner-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240708T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240802T235959 DTSTAMP:20260404T002524 CREATED:20240619T205814Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240619T205840Z UID:9074-1720396800-1722643199@lbplayhouse.org SUMMARY:Jewel Box Children's Theater Summer Camp DESCRIPTION:https://www.jewelboxchildrenstheater.org/summer-camp \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nExperience the magic of theater in a fun and collaborative environment. Campers will create original skits and songs as well as learn some broadway show stoppers. So warm up your singing pipes\, grab your dancing shoes and lets put on a show! At the end of these weeks campers will have the opportunity to perform for their friends and family at the award winning Long Beach Playhouse!!!  \n\n\n\nLocation \n\n\n\nThe Long Beach Playhouse5021 E Anaheim StLong Beach\, CA 90804 \n\n\n\nDates and Times \n\n\n\nWeeks 1 and 2 (July 8 – 12 and July 15 – 19) are half day camps 12pm – 3pm for ages 6 and up. In these weeks campers will learn a group song\, learn a dance routine and play theater games. \n\n\n\nWeek 1: July 8 – 12Week 2: July 15 – 1912pm – 3pm \n\n\n\nWeeks 3 and 4 (July 22 – 26 and July 29 – August 2) are full day camps 9am – 4pm for ages 9 and up. Campers will learn a group song and a short audition solo\, learn a dance routine\, play theater games and do crafts. \n\n\n\nWeek 3: July 22 – 26Week 4: July 29 – August 29am – 4pm \n\n\n\nCost \n\n\n\n$140/week for weeks 1 and 2$280/week for weeks 3 and 4discounts are available for multi week signups and sibling signups choose the week or weeks that work for your schedulethere is no obligation to sign up for multiple weeks \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nVisit https://www.jewelboxchildrenstheater.org/summer-camp/ to register URL:https://lbplayhouse.org/event/summer-camp/ CATEGORIES:Education,Summer Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lbplayhouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Summer-Camp-2023-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240629T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240804T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T002524 CREATED:20230714T213326Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240805T192321Z UID:8049-1719691200-1722790800@lbplayhouse.org SUMMARY:THE ADDAMS FAMILY: The Musical DESCRIPTION:THE ADDAMS FAMILY: The Musical\n\n\n\nMusic and Lyrics by Andrew Lippa\, Book by Marshall Brickman and Rick Elice\n\n\n\nPlaying in the Long Beach Playhouse’s Mainstage Theater\n\n\n\nJune 29 – Aug. 4\, 2024\n\n\n\nDirected by Gregory Cohen\n\n\n\nMusical Direction by Stephen Olear\n\n\n\nChoreographed by Kysa Cohen\n\n\n\nIn this comic musical feast about everyone’s favorite gothic family\, the ultimate daughter of darkness\, Wednesday Addams\, has grown up and fallen in love with a sweet\, smart\, upstanding young man from a respectable family. But when Wednesday confides in her father and begs him not to tell her mother\, Gomez Addams must do something he’s never done before – keep a secret from his beloved wife\, Morticia. Everything will change for the Addams Family as they host a dinner for Wednesday’s “normal” boyfriend and his strait-laced parents. Featuring the characters you love – Uncle Fester\, Lurch\, Grandma\, Pugsley – with darkly comic\, hummable songs\, this is one musical for your own dark brood you won’t want to miss! \n\n\n\nThis production of THE ADDAMS FAMILY is partially sponsored by the Port of Long Beach. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA BIG THANK YOU to the Port of Long Beach! \n\n\n\nBUY TICKETS HERE:\n\n\n\nCHOOSE A DATE:\n\n\n\nTHIS PRODUCTION CLOSED AUG. 4TH\, 2024 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nCOVID Patron Safety Protocol\n\n\n\n\nAt the present time\, masks are not required to be worn in any of our theater spaces unless patrons  are showing symptoms of illness and excessively coughing and/or sneezing.\n\n\n\nMasks are available for any patron or volunteer who would like or need one.\n\n\n\n\nAGE LIMITAs a courtesy to our patrons\, it is the policy of the theatre not to admit children under the age of 5. This policy may be altered from time to time based on shows and show content. \n\n\n\nThis Show Contains:\n\n\n\n\nMinor\, Humorous Adult Language and Content\n\n\n\nFog and Smoke Effects\n\n\n\nFlashing Lights\n\n\n\nSimulated Smoking\n\n\n\n\nAct One is Approx. 1 hr. 15 mins.\n\n\n\nThere will be a 15 Minute Intermission\n\n\n\nAct Two is Approx. 50 mins.\n\n\n\nPREVIEW CLIP:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPERFORMANCE PHOTOS:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCAST:\n\n\n\n\nLawrence Ingalls (GOMEZ ADDAMS)\n\n\n\nAmanda Webb (MORTICIA ADDAMS)\n\n\n\nMilo Cote (UNCLE FESTER)\n\n\n\nLisa Meert (GRANDMA)\n\n\n\nIsabel Van Wye (WEDNESDAY ADDAMS)\n\n\n\nJosie Magana (PUGSLEY ADDAMS)\n\n\n\nChristopher Hutchinson (LURCH)\n\n\n\nQuinn Vann (LUCAS BEINEKE)\n\n\n\nJD Rinde (MAL BEINEKE)\n\n\n\nSerena Bottiani-Henderson (ALICE BEINEKE)\n\n\n\nSander Acheron (ANCESTOR)\n\n\n\nCassandra Angerosa (ANCESTOR)\n\n\n\nJennifer Harmon (ANCESTOR)\n\n\n\nMadeline Schultz (ANCESTOR)\n\n\n\nDaniella Steedle (ANCESTOR)\n\n\n\nGrant Thackray (ANCESTOR)\n\n\n\nNathan Truong (ANCESTOR)\n\n\n\nKelsey Weinstein (ANCESTOR) URL:https://lbplayhouse.org/event/the-addams-family-the-musical/ CATEGORIES:Mainstage Theatre ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lbplayhouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/The-Addams-Family-Event-Banner-2-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240609T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240609T210000 DTSTAMP:20260404T002524 CREATED:20240531T221048Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240531T221243Z UID:9004-1717957800-1717966800@lbplayhouse.org SUMMARY:Trashion Show: A Free All Ages Trash to Fashion Runway Show DESCRIPTION:Artist Amy Bauer and Jewel Box Children’s Theater Present \n\n\n\n“Trashion Show”: a Free All Ages Trash to Fashion Runway Show \n\n\n\nLink to FREE tickets: https://bit.ly/TrashionShowLongBeach \n\n\n\nSunday\, June 9 \n\n\n\nDoors open at 6:30pm \n\n\n\nShow starts at 7pm URL:https://lbplayhouse.org/event/trashion-show/ CATEGORIES:Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lbplayhouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Denzer-cropped-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240608T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240706T230000 DTSTAMP:20260404T002524 CREATED:20240301T221936Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240709T201542Z UID:8709-1717876800-1720306800@lbplayhouse.org SUMMARY:LOOT DESCRIPTION:LOOT\nPlaying in the Long Beach Playhouse’s Studio Theater\nJune 8 – July 6\, 2024\nBy Joe Orton\nDirected by Allen Sewell\nThe bank next to the funeral parlour has been robbed! LOOT is Joe Orton’s masterpiece of dark comedy where we follow the fortunes of two young thieves – Dennis\, an undertaker at the funeral parlour\, and Hal\, his sometime lover\, whose Mum just died. When Inspector Truscott turns up\, they need a place to hide the loot.  But with the money in Mum’s coffin\, there’s no place for Mum\, whose body keeps reappearing at the most inopportune times. Aided and abetted by Mum’s former nurse\, Fay\, and trying to put one over on Hal’s gullible father\, the duo prove that nothing is sacred in a farce that seethes with black\, baleful mirth. \nPURCHASE YOUR TICKETS HERE:\nCHOOSE YOUR DATE:\nTHIS PRODUCTION CLOSED JULY 6\, 2024 \nLBP’s Opening Night Gala for LOOT is sponsored by the Port of Long Beach! A BIG THANK YOU to the Port!\n \nPLEASE NOTE: The Studio Theater is on the 2nd Floor. Due to the age of our building\, there is no elevator and the theater is only accessible by stairs. \nAGE LIMIT \nAs a courtesy to our patrons\, it is the policy of the theatre not to admit children under the age of 5. This policy may be altered from time to time based on shows and show content. \nThis Show Contains:\n\n\n\n\n\nAdult Language and Content –\n\nReferences to race\, rape\, and sex with minors meant to exaggerate the mortal deficit of the characters and offend a 1960’s British Establishment Audience.  \n\nAbsolutely No Respect For The Dearly Departed!\nDubious Members Of The Water Board!\nVarious Schemes That Have No Chance of Success!\n\n\n\n\n\nThis is a Two Act Show\, with one\, 15 min. Intermission\n• Act I is Approx. 1 hr.\n• 15 Minute Intermission\n• Act II is Approx. 35 min.\nPREVIEW CLIP:\n \nPERFORMANCE PHOTOS:\n\n \n \n \n \n LOOT (STUDIO\, June 8 – July 6\, 2024)
PHOTO 1: Jack Loeprich (HAL)\, Ronan Walsh (DENNIS)\n(Michael Hardy Photography) \n\n \n \n \n \n \n LOOT (STUDIO\, June 8 – July 6\, 2024)
PHOTO 2: Roxy Payne (FAY)\, Rick Reischman (MCLEAVY)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n LOOT (STUDIO\, June 8 – July 6\, 2024)
PHOTO 3: Roxy Payne (FAY)\, Jack Loeprich (HAL)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n \n \n \n \n \n LOOT (STUDIO\, June 8 – July 6\, 2024)
PHOTO 4: Jack Loeprich (HAL)\, Ronan Walsh (DENNIS)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n \n \n \n \n \n LOOT (STUDIO\, June 8 – July 6\, 2024)
PHOTO 5: Roxy Payne (FAY)\, Noah Wagner (TRUSCOTT)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n \n \n \n \n \n LOOT (STUDIO\, June 8 – July 6\, 2024)
PHOTO 6: Noah Wagner (TRUSCOTT)\, Rick Reischman (MCLEAVY)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n LOOT (STUDIO\, June 8 – July 6\, 2024)
PHOTO 7: Noah Wagner (TRUSCOTT)\, Ronan Walsh (DENNIS)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n \n \n \n \n \n LOOT (STUDIO\, June 8 – July 6\, 2024)
PHOTO 8: Noah Wagner (TRUSCOTT)\, Rick Reischman (MCLEAVY)\, Jack Loeprich (HAL)\, Ronan Walsh (DENNIS)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n \n \n \n \n \n LOOT (STUDIO\, June 8 – July 6\, 2024)
PHOTO 9: Roxy Payne (FAY)\, Rick Reischman (MCLEAVY)\, Noah Wagner (TRUSCOTT)\, Jack Loeprich (HAL)\, Ronan Walsh (DENNIS) \n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n \n \n \n \n \n LOOT (STUDIO\, June 8 – July 6\, 2024)
PHOTO 10: Noah Wagner (TRUSCOTT)\, Jack Loeprich (HAL)\, Ronan Walsh (DENNIS) \n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n \n \n \n \n \n LOOT (STUDIO\, June 8 – July 6\, 2024)
PHOTO 11: Noah Wagner (TRUSCOTT)\, Rudy Perez (MEADOWS)\, Roxy Payne (FAY)\, Ronan Walsh (DENNIS)\, Jack Loeprich (HAL) \n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n \n \n \n \n \n LOOT (STUDIO\, June 8 – July 6\, 2024)
PHOTO 12: Rudy Perez (MEADOWS)\, Rick Reischman (MCLEAVY)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n \n \n \n \n \n LOOT (STUDIO\, June 8 – July 6\, 2024)
PHOTO 13: Jack Loeprich (HAL)\, Roxy Payne (FAY)\, Ronan Walsh (DENNIS)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n \n \n \n \n \n LOOT (STUDIO\, June 8 – July 6\, 2024)
PHOTO 14: Rudy Perez (MEADOWS)\, Rick Reischman (MCLEAVY)\, Jack Loeprich (HAL)\, Roxy Payne (FAY)\, Ronan Walsh (DENNIS)\, Noah Wagner (TRUSCOTT)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n\n \n \n\nCAST:\n\nRick Reischman (MCLEAVY)\nRoxy Payne (FAY)\nJack Loeprich (HAL)\nRonan Walsh (DENNIS)\nNoah Wagner (TRUSCOTT)\nRudy Perez (MEADOWS) URL:https://lbplayhouse.org/event/loot/ CATEGORIES:Studio Theatre ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lbplayhouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Loot-Event-Banner-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240528T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240530T220000 DTSTAMP:20260404T002524 CREATED:20240305T214345Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240410T191923Z UID:8756-1716922800-1717106400@lbplayhouse.org SUMMARY:AUDITIONS: SWEAT DESCRIPTION:AUDITIONS: SWEAT\nBy Lynn Nottage\nAUDITION DATES:  May 28 – 30\, 2024\n\nTuesday\, May 28\, 2024 – 7pm – 9pm: Open Call\nWednesday\, May 29\, 2024 – 7pm – 9pm: Open Call\nThursday\, May 30\, 2024 – 7pm – 10pm: Callbacks – By invitation only.\n\nPERFORMANCE DATES:  July 20 – Aug. 17\, 2024\nAUDITION NOTICE:\nTITLE: SWEAT\nAUTHOR: Lynn Nottage \nDIRECTOR: Maisha Azadi Sebastiany \nRUN: July 20 – August 17\, 2024  \nFridays & Saturdays 8pm\, Sundays at 2pm. Special performances on Thursday and Sunday nights may be added for private parties and special events. \nThis is a volunteer community theater production.  Non-Equity.  There is no pay. \nAUDITION DATES:\nOpen Call: \nDates: Tuesday\, May 28th and Wednesday\, May 29\, 2024  \n(Auditioners only need to come to one night of Open Call Auditions.) \nTimes: 7pm – 9pm \nLocation: Long Beach Playhouse   \nCallbacks: By Invitation Only. \nDate: Thursday\, May 30\, 2024 \nTimes: 7pm – 10pm \nREHEARSALS:\nFirst Read-Through: Saturday\, June 1\, 2024\, Noon – 4pm. \nRegular Rehearsal: Starting June 3\, Monday- Thursday\, 7pm-10pm; Saturdays 11am-3pm and Sunday June 5:30-8:30pm. \n(Please see beginning rehearsal schedule BELOW for specific dates and times.) \nLocation: Long Beach Playhouse \nAUDITION REQUIREMENTS:\nBring headshot and resume.  \nSides for cold readings will be provided at the auditions. \nSHORT SYNOPSIS:  \nTwo time Pulitzer Prize Playwright Lynn Nottage’s SWEAT tells the story of a group of working class people in Reading\, Pennsylvania who are laid off from their jobs during an upswing of deindustrialization. SWEAT explores the tension within the group portraying how the themes of identity\, politics\, and race surface within friends now faced with sudden job insecurity.  \nThe play opens in 2008\, where we meet Jason and Chris as they individually speak to their parole officer\, Evan. A chance encounter between the two former friends brings them back to face the event that completely altered the course of their lives and the lives of those closest to them. As the play switches back to 2000\, we meet best friends Tracey\, Cynthia\, and Jessie who all work together and love to hang out at the local watering hole.The bartender Stan\, who used to work at the factory with them until he suffered an injury and the busboy Oscar with rising aspirations. Conflicts emerge as upcoming promotions and rumors of cut wages threaten the friends’ loyalty. We are left hoping that the group is able to make amends before any lasting damage is done.  \nNOTE TO ACTORS: This show contains many racially charged moments and language. The characters of Jason and Tracey in particular use racially charged language. Jason will have to say n****. This role in particular will require an elevated level of maturity. All moments and language will be handled with care. There will be many discussions regarding race\, xenophobia\, and how Lynn Nottage intended for her work to present these themes\, amongst others. \nCASTING THE FOLLOWING ROLES:\nEVAN (M\, 40’s)  African American. The parole officer for both Jason and Chris. He is a straight\, no chaser kinda guy who  believes in tough love and does not back down.  \nJASON (M\, 21/29)  White American of German descent. Chris’s best friend and Tracey’s son.  He is very proud of himself and his family history. He tends not to be aware of how the way he says things affects others\, nor does he care until forced to reflect on himself. \nCHRIS  (M\, 21/29)  African-American. Cynthia and Brucie’s son and Jason’s best friend. Trying to navigate his way through a world not built in his favor. He is stuck between following in the footsteps of his father as a factory employee\, or heeding his mother’s advice and going to school. \nSTAN (M\, 50s)  White American of German descent. Stan is a former steel worker who became a bartender after getting injured at the plant leaving him with a permanent limp. He manages the bar where everyone hangs out and does his very best to keep the collective peace. He is the glue that keeps the group together.  \nOSCAR  (M\, 22/30)  Colombian-American. An employee of the bar\, Oscar is a hardworking young man with aspirations to rise far above his current situation. Always considered an outsider and not afforded many job opportunities\, he crosses the picket line when the plant offers more than what he makes at the bar.  \nTRACEY  (F\, 45/53)  White American of German descent. Jason’s mom and best friend of Cynthia and Jessie. Tracey is a strong willed\, quick tongued\, no nonsense woman\, also one of the hardest workers at Olstead’s. Opinionated and proud of the work her family has done\, she has been working at the plant for over twenty years\, following her father and grandfather.. Much like her son\, she doesn’t care if what she says offends you or hurts your feelings. She feels betrayed by Cynthia after she receives a  promotion.  \nCYNTHIA  (F\, 45/53)  African-American. Chris’s mom and best friends with Tracey and Jessie. She is determined to not only do well for herself\, but to also see her son Chris do well. She is ambitious and applies for the promotion that moves her up to a managerial position. But when management wants to cut wages\, Cynthia finds herself pitted against her friends. Cynthia is compelling and full of layers and fully understands the pressure and importance of being a black woman in a white world. \nJESSIE (F\, 40’s)  Italian-American. Good friend of Cynthia and Tracey. Jessie tries her best to remain neutral between Cynthia and Tracey\, but later this neutrality is broken. She struggles with alcohol and inadvertently is often the comic relief with a glass of something always near. She’s forced to reckon with her failed dreams of wanting more for her life after landing job at the plant and never leaving.  \nBRUCIE (M 40’s) African-American. Chris’s father and Cynthia’s estranged husband. He has fallen on hard times and becomes involved with drugs\, although he starts a rehab program. It is revealed that his addiction issues are related to his being fired from his factory job after his union was pushed out. \nBEGINNING REHEARSAL SCHEDULE:\n\n\nSweat-Beg.-Rehearsal-Schedue-V.4Download URL:https://lbplayhouse.org/event/auditions-sweat/ CATEGORIES:Auditions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lbplayhouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Sweat-Audition-Banner-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240518T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240615T220000 DTSTAMP:20260404T002524 CREATED:20230714T212401Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240617T191147Z UID:8043-1716058800-1718488800@lbplayhouse.org SUMMARY:DETROIT ’67 DESCRIPTION:DETROIT ’67\nBy Dominique Morriseau\nPlaying in the Long Beach Playhouse’s Mainstage Theater\nMay 18 – June 15\, 2024\nDirected by Robyn Hastings\nMotown music is the soul of the party in 1967 Detroit as Chelle and her brother Lank make ends meet by turning their basement into an after-hours joint. A dreamer\, Lank wants to use their inheritance to buy a bar downtown\, but Chelle wants the stability the money brings. When a mysterious woman finds her way into their lives\, the siblings clash over much more than the family business. As their pent-up feelings erupt\, so does their city\, and they find themselves caught in the middle of the ’67 Detroit uprising. As tensions explode in the streets\, will Chelle and Lank be able to hold onto their fragile family ties and their ever present dreams? \nBUY TICKETS HERE:\nCHOOSE A DATE:\nTHIS PRODUCTION CLOSED ON JUNE 15\, 2024 \nLBP’s Opening Night Gala for DETROIT ’67 is sponsored by the Port of Long Beach! A BIG THANK YOU to the Port!\n \nCOVID Patron Safety Protocol\n\nAt the present time\, masks are not required to be worn in any of our theater spaces unless patrons  are showing symptoms of illness and excessively coughing and/or sneezing.\nMasks are available for any patron or volunteer who would like or need one.\n\nAGE LIMITAs a courtesy to our patrons\, it is the policy of the theatre not to admit children under the age of 5. This policy may be altered from time to time based on shows and show content. \nThis Show Contains:\n\nAdult Language and Content\nRacially Charged Language\nFlashing Lights\nLoud Sounds and Sirens\n\nAct One is Approx. 1 hr. 5 mins.\nThere will be a 15 Minute Intermission\nAct Two is Approx. 1 hr.\nSHOW TRAILER:\n \nPREVIEW CLIP:\n \nPERFORMANCE PHOTOS:\n\n \n \n \n \n DETROIT ’67 (MAINSTAGE\, May 18 – June 15\, 2024)\nPHOTO 1: Alisha Elaine Anderson (CHELLE)\, Cassandra Carter-Williams (BUNNY)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n \n \n \n \n \n DETROIT ’67 (MAINSTAGE\, May 18 – June 15\, 2024)\nPHOTO 14: Jonathan D. Wray (SLY)\, Alisha Elaine Anderson (CHELLE)\, Cassandra Carter-Williams (BUNNY)\, Marc Morris (LANK)\, Allison Lynn Adams (CAROLINE)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n \n \n \n \n \n DETROIT ’67 (MAINSTAGE\, May 18 – June 15\, 2024)\nPHOTO 13: Alisha Elaine Anderson (CHELLE)\, Marc Morris (LANK)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n \n \n \n \n \n DETROIT ’67 (MAINSTAGE\, May 18 – June 15\, 2024)\nPHOTO 12: Cassandra Carter-Williams (BUNNY)\, Marc Morris (LANK)\, Alisha Elaine Anderson (CHELLE)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n \n \n \n \n \n DETROIT ’67 (MAINSTAGE\, May 18 – June 15\, 2024)\nPHOTO 11: Allison Lynn Adams (CAROLINE)\, Alisha Elaine Anderson (CHELLE)\, Cassandra Carter-Williams (BUNNY)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n \n \n \n \n \n DETROIT ’67 (MAINSTAGE\, May 18 – June 15\, 2024)\nPHOTO 10: Alisha Elaine Anderson (CHELLE)\, Jonathan D. Wray (SLY)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n \n \n \n \n \n DETROIT ’67 (MAINSTAGE\, May 18 – June 15\, 2024)\nPHOTO 9: Allison Lynn Adams (CAROLINE)\, Marc Morris (LANK)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n \n \n \n \n \n DETROIT ’67 (MAINSTAGE\, May 18 – June 15\, 2024)\nPHOTO 8: Allison Lynn Adams (CAROLINE)\, Marc Morris (LANK)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n \n \n \n \n \n DETROIT ’67 (MAINSTAGE\, May 18 – June 15\, 2024)\nPHOTO 7: Marc Morris (LANK)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n \n \n \n \n \n DETROIT ’67 (MAINSTAGE\, May 18 – June 15\, 2024)\nPHOTO 6: Allison Lynn Adams (CAROLINE)\, Alisha Elaine Anderson (CHELLE)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n \n \n \n \n \n DETROIT ’67 (MAINSTAGE\, May 18 – June 15\, 2024)\nPHOTO 5: Alisha Elaine Anderson (CHELLE)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n \n \n \n \n \n DETROIT ’67 (MAINSTAGE\, May 18 – June 15\, 2024)\nPHOTO 4: Alisha Elaine Anderson (CHELLE)\, Jonathan D. Wray (SLY)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n \n \n \n \n \n DETROIT ’67 (MAINSTAGE\, May 18 – June 15\, 2024)\nPHOTO 3: Alisha Elaine Anderson (CHELLE)\, Allison Lynn Adams (CAROLINE)\, Jonathan D. Wray (SLY)\, Marc Morris (LANK)\, Cassandra Carter-Williams (BUNNY)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n \n \n \n \n \n DETROIT ’67 (MAINSTAGE\, May 18 – June 15\, 2024)\nPHOTO 2: Alisha Elaine Anderson (CHELLE)\, Jonathan D. Wray (SLY)\, Marc Morris (LANK)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n \n \n\nCAST:\n\nAlisha Elaine Anderson (CHELLE)\nMarc Morris (LANK)\nCassandra Carter-Williams (BUNNY)\nJonathan D. Wray (SLY)\nAllison Lynn Adams (CAROLINE) URL:https://lbplayhouse.org/event/detroit-67/ CATEGORIES:Mainstage Theatre ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lbplayhouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Detroit-67-Event-Banner-2-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240430T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240502T230000 DTSTAMP:20260404T002524 CREATED:20230719T233820Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240305T201245Z UID:8097-1714503600-1714690800@lbplayhouse.org SUMMARY:AUDITIONS: THE ADDAMS FAMILY: The Musical DESCRIPTION:TITLE: THE ADDAMS FAMILY: The Musical\nAUTHOR: Book by Marshall Brickman & Rick Elice; Music and Lyrics by Andrew Pippa; Orchestrations by Larry Hochman \nDIRECTOR: Gregory Cohen \nMUSICAL DIRECTOR: Stephen Olear \nCHOREOGRAPHER: Kysa Cohen \nRUN:  June 29th – August 4th\, 2024 \nFridays & Saturdays 8pm\, Sundays at 2pm. Special performances on Thursday and Sunday nights may be added for private parties and special events. \nThis is a volunteer community theater production.  Non-Equity.  There is no pay.  \nAUDITION DATES:\nOpen Call: \nDates: Tuesday\, April 30 & Wednesday\, May 1\, 2024  \n(Auditioners only need to come to one night of Open Call Auditions.) \nTimes: 7pm – 9pm \nLocation: Long Beach Playhouse   \nCallbacks: By Invitation Only. \nDate: Thursday\, May 2\, 2024 \nTimes: 7pm – 11pm\, \nREHEARSALS:\nFirst Read-Through: Saturday\, May 4\, 2024; Noon – 4:00pm \nRegular Rehearsal: Starting Monday\, May 6\, 2024; Monday – Thursdays (7pm – 10pm); Saturdays (9am – 1pm); and some possible rehearsals Sundays (6pm – 9pm) \n(Please see beginning rehearsal schedule BELOW for specific dates and times.) \nLocation: Long Beach Playhouse \nAUDITION REQUIREMENTS:\nBring headshot and resume.  \nPlease bring 16 bars of a musical theatre song in style of the show (an accompanist will be provided.) You will need to bring your own sheet music for your audition song. Please no Sondheim or Jason Robert Brown songs as these are hard to sight-read in an audition setting. All auditioners will need to sing with the accompanist – no a capella or recorded tracks. \nPlease be prepared to dance. \nSides for cold readings will be provided at the auditions/callbacks. \nSHORT SYNOPSIS:  \nWednesday Addams has grown up and fallen in love with a “normal” nice young man.  It’s time to introduce the families and\, Gomez\, Morticia\, Fester and the rest of the classically dark and morbid family must alter their behaviors to keep their beloved daughter happy (and her boyfriend’s family intact). \nCASTING THE FOLLOWING ROLES:\nAll ethnicities and gender identities will be considered for all roles. \nGOMEZ ADDAMS (M\, 40s-60s) The patriarch of the Addams Family – a loving father\, a passionate husband\, and (possibly) a homicidal maniac. (Vocal Range: Bb2-G4) \nMORTICIA ADDAMS (F\, late 30s-60s) The mother of the brood and object of Gomez’s adoration.  She is a strong matriarch and a beautiful\, but potentially dangerous\, presence. Strong dance skills a plus. (Vocal Range: G3-Bb5) \nUNCLE FESTER (M\, 30s-70s) Gomez’s oddly sexless brother.  He is in love with the moon (literally).  The narrator of the show. Willing to shave head a plus. (Vocal Range: C3-G4) \nGRANDMA (F or M\, Ancient) The Addams grandmother (unsure what side).  Tiny\, yet fierce\, matriarchal figure\, whose witchlike presence creates dire consequences for the families. (Vocal Range: G4-F5) \nWEDNESDAY ADDAMS (F\, 18-early 20s) The main focus of the love story within the production. She is battling her natural dark nature with the discovery of the brightness of being in love. (Vocal Range: A3-E5) \nPUGSLEY ADDAMS (M or F to play Male\, Pre-teen to Teenager) Wednesday’s younger brother.  Fears losing the torturous relationship he has with his sister.  Ideally on the chubby side. (Vocal Range: A3-F5) \nLURCH (M\, 20s – 80s) The Addams incredibly tall\, possibly undead\, mostly silent butler.  Has very few lines beyond grunts and growls\, but does have one solo in the finale. (Vocal Range: Eb2-E4) \nLUCAS BEINEKE (M\, 20s) Wednesday’s love interest.  A good-looking\, wealthy\, seemingly normal young man who is inexplicably attracted to the dark beauty that is Wednesday. (Vocal Range: C3-C5) \nMAL BEINEKE (M\, 40s-60s) Lucas’ stuck-up businessman father.  Must be able to bring the humor to this humorless banker-type and show the marital love buried deep within his complacency. (Vocal Range: C3-A4) \nALICE BEINEKE (F\, 40s-60s) Lucas’ frustrated\, yet loving mother.  She longs to break the bonds of marital boredom and find passion once more. (Vocal Range: Ab3-G#5) \nADDAMS ANCESTORS (4 M\, 4 F) The ensemble for the show.  Must have strong vocal and dance skills. \nBEGINNING REHEARSAL SCHEDULE: \n\n\nThe-Addams-Family-Beg.-Rehearsal-Schedule-V.2Download URL:https://lbplayhouse.org/event/auditions-the-addams-family-the-musical/ CATEGORIES:Auditions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lbplayhouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/The-Addams-Family-Audition-Banner-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240427T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240525T230000 DTSTAMP:20260404T002524 CREATED:20240301T212952Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240527T214906Z UID:8703-1714248000-1716678000@lbplayhouse.org SUMMARY:MEN ON BOATS DESCRIPTION:MEN ON BOATS\nProduced by JD Theatricals in collaboration with the Long Beach Playhouse.\nPlaying in the Long Beach Playhouse’s Studio Theater\nApril 27 – May 25\, 2024\nBy Jaclyn Backhaus\nDirected by Meredith Miranda\nMEN ON BOATS is the true(ish) history of the 1869 expedition of the Grand Canyon when ten explorers\, in four boats\, lead by a one-armed captain\, set out to chart the course of the Colorado River. In an off the canyon-walls funny comedy\, the stalwartness\, the selfishness\, the cockiness\, and the cluelessness of this crew of insane yet loyal adventurers drips with satire as some of the roles are gender swapped.  This is a rollicking adventure that turns the American myth of man-ifest destiny on end and challenges the notion of who gets to make history with respect to its bold if fallible pioneers. \nPURCHASE YOUR TICKETS HERE:\nCHOOSE YOUR DATE:\nTHIS PRODUCTION CLOSED ON MAY 25\, 2024 \nLBP’s Opening Night Gala for MEN ON BOATS is sponsored by the Port of Long Beach! A BIG THANK YOU to the Port!\n \nPLEASE NOTE: The Studio Theater is on the 2nd Floor. Due to the age of our building\, there is no elevator and the theater is only accessible by stairs. \nAGE LIMIT \nAs a courtesy to our patrons\, it is the policy of the theatre not to admit children under the age of 5. This policy may be altered from time to time based on shows and show content. \nThis Show Contains:\n\nAdult Language\nFog and Smoke Effects\nFlashing and Pulsing Lights\nWar and Shotgun Sound Effects\nSimulated Depictions of Smoking and Drinking\nGaseous Bodily Functions\nSimulated dead animals (No animals were harmed in this production)\n\nThis is a Two Act Show\, with one\, 15 min. Intermission\n• Act I is Approx. 1 hr. 20 min.\n• 15 Minute Intermission\n• Act II is Approx. 40 min.\nPERFORMANCE PHOTOS:\n\n \n \n \n \n MEN ON BOATS (STUDIO\, APRIL 27 – MAY 25\, 2024)
PHOTO 1: Giovanni Navarro (DUNN)\, Kathryn Ludlam (SUMNER)\, Ren Warzecha (POWELL) \n(Michael Hardy Photography) \nProduced by JD Theatricals in collaboration with the Long Beach Playhouse\n \n \n \n \n \n MEN ON BOATS (STUDIO\, APRIL 27 – MAY 25\, 2024)
PHOTO 2: Nina Rae (HALL)\, Phoebe Balson (HAWKINS)\n(Michael Hardy Photography) \nProduced by JD Theatricals in collaboration with the Long Beach Playhouse\n \n \n \n \n \n MEN ON BOATS (STUDIO\, APRIL 27 – MAY 25\, 2024)
PHOTO 3: Astrid Ceren (SENECA HOWLAND)\, Willow Mercury Ardelean (GOODMAN)\, Alex Lohman (O.G. HOWLAND)\n(Michael Hardy Photography) \nProduced by JD Theatricals in collaboration with the Long Beach Playhouse\n \n \n \n \n \n MEN ON BOATS (STUDIO\, APRIL 27 – MAY 25\, 2024)
PHOTO 4: Serena Bottiani-Henderson (OLD SHADY)\, Carole Louise (BRADLEY)\n(Michael Hardy Photography) \nProduced by JD Theatricals in collaboration with the Long Beach Playhouse\n \n \n \n \n \n MEN ON BOATS (STUDIO\, APRIL 27 – MAY 25\, 2024)
PHOTO 5: Ren Warzecha (POWELL)\, Giovanni Navarro (DUNN)\, Kathryn Ludlam (SUMNER)\n(Michael Hardy Photography) \nProduced by JD Theatricals in collaboration with the Long Beach Playhouse\n \n \n \n \n \n MEN ON BOATS (STUDIO\, APRIL 27 – MAY 25\, 2024)
PHOTO 6: Phoebe Balson (HAWKINS)\, Nina Rae (HALL)\, Alex Lohman (O.G. HOWLAND)\n(Michael Hardy Photography) \nProduced by JD Theatricals in collaboration with the Long Beach Playhouse\n \n \n \n \n \n MEN ON BOATS (STUDIO\, APRIL 27 – MAY 25\, 2024)
PHOTO 7: Serena Bottiani-Henderson (OLD SHADY)\, Carole Louise (BRADLEY)\, Astrid Ceren (SENECA HOWLAND)\n(Michael Hardy Photography) \nProduced by JD Theatricals in collaboration with the Long Beach Playhouse\n \n \n \n \n \n MEN ON BOATS (STUDIO\, APRIL 27 – MAY 25\, 2024)
PHOTO 8: Alex Lohman (O.G. HOWLAND)\, Astrid Ceren (SENECA HOWLAND)\, Willow Mercury Ardelean (GOODMAN)
(Michael Hardy Photography) \nProduced by JD Theatricals in collaboration with the Long Beach Playhouse\n \n \n \n \n \n MEN ON BOATS (STUDIO\, APRIL 27 – MAY 25\, 2024)
PHOTO 9: Kathryn Ludlam (SUMNER)\, Carole Louise (BRADLEY)\, Serena Bottiani-Henderson (OLD SHADY)\, Phoebe Balson (HAWKINS)\, Ren Warzecha (POWELL)\, Nina Rae (HALL)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\nProduced by JD Theatricals in collaboration with the Long Beach Playhouse\n \n \n \n \n \n MEN ON BOATS (STUDIO\, APRIL 27 – MAY 25\, 2024)
PHOTO 10: Nina Rae (HALL)\, Phoebe Balson (HAWKINS)\, Carole Louise (BRADLEY)\, Serena Bottiani-Henderson (OLD SHADY)\, Willow Mercury Ardelean (GOODMAN)\, Giovanni Navarro (DUNN)\, Alex Lohman (O.G. HOWLAND)\, Astrid Ceren (SENECA HOWLAND)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\nProduced by JD Theatricals in collaboration with the Long Beach Playhouse\n \n \n \n \n \n MEN ON BOATS (STUDIO\, APRIL 27 – MAY 25\, 2024)
PHOTO 11: Kathryn Ludlam (SUMNER)\, Ren Warzecha (POWELL)\, Carole Louise (BRADLEY)\, Serena Bottiani-Henderson (OLD SHADY)\, Phoebe Balson (HAWKINS)\, Nina Rae (HALL)\, Giovanni Navarro (DUNN)\, Alex Lohman (O.G. HOWLAND)\, Astrid Ceren (SENECA HOWLAND)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\nProduced by JD Theatricals in collaboration with the Long Beach Playhouse\n\n \n \n \n \n \n MEN ON BOATS (STUDIO\, APRIL 27 – MAY 25\, 2024)
PHOTO 12: Giovanni Navarro (DUNN)\, Ren Warzecha (POWELL)\, Kathryn Ludlam (SUMNER)\n(Michael Hardy Photography) \nProduced by JD Theatricals in collaboration with the Long Beach Playhouse\n \n \n \n \n \n MEN ON BOATS (STUDIO\, APRIL 27 – MAY 25\, 2024)
PHOTO 13: Serena Bottiani-Henderson (OLD SHADY)\, Carole Louise (BRADLEY)\, Kathryn Ludlam (SUMNER)\, Ren Warzecha (POWELL)\, Phoebe Balson (HAWKINS)\, Nina Rae (HALL) (Michael Hardy Photography)\nProduced by JD Theatricals in collaboration with the Long Beach Playhouse\n\n \n \n \n \n \n MEN ON BOATS (STUDIO\, APRIL 27 – MAY 25\, 2024)
PHOTO 14: BACK ROW: Carole Louise (BRADLEY)\, Serena Bottiani-Henderson (OLD SHADY)\, NEXT ROW: Phoebe Balson (HAWKINS)\, Willow Mercury Ardelean (GOODMAN)\, NEXT ROW: Astrid Ceren (SENECA HOWLAND)\, Alex Lohman (O.G. HOWLAND)\, Nina Rae (HALL)\, NEXT ROW: Kathryn Ludlam (SUMNER)\, Giovanni Navarro (DUNN)\, FRONT ROW: Ren Warzecha (POWELL)
(Michael Hardy Photography)\nProduced by JD Theatricals in collaboration with the Long Beach Playhouse\n \n \n\nCAST:\n\nRen Warzecha (JOHN WESLEY POWELL)\nGiovanni Navarro (WILLIAM POWELL)\nKathryn Ludlam (JOHN COLTON SUMNER)\nSerena Bottiani-Henderson (OLD SHADY)\nCarole Louise (BRADLEY)\nAlex Lohman (O.G. HOWLAND)\nAstrid Ceren (SENECA HOWLAND)\nWillow Mercury Ardelean (FRANK GOODMAN)\nNina Rae (HALL)\nPhoebe Balson (HAWKINS) URL:https://lbplayhouse.org/event/men-on-boats/ CATEGORIES:Studio Theatre ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lbplayhouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Men-on-Boats-Event-Banner-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240415T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240417T220000 DTSTAMP:20260404T002524 CREATED:20240305T210900Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240305T212447Z UID:8750-1713207600-1713391200@lbplayhouse.org SUMMARY:AUDITIONS: LOOT DESCRIPTION:AUDITION NOTICE:\nTITLE: LOOT\nAUTHOR: Joe Orton \nDIRECTOR: Allen Sewell \nRUN:  June 8 to July 6\, 2024 \nFridays & Saturdays at 8pm\, Sundays at 2pm. Special performances on Thursday and Sunday nights may be added for private parties and special events. \nThis is a volunteer community theater production.  Non-Equity.  There is no pay. \nAUDITION DATES:\nOpen Call: \nDates: Monday\, April 15 and Tuesday\, April 16\, 2024 \n(Auditioners only need to come to one night of Open Call Auditions.) \nTimes: 7pm – 9pm \nLocation: Long Beach Playhouse   \nCallbacks: By Invitation Only. \nDate: Wednesday April 17\, 2024 \nTimes: 7pm – 10pm \nREHEARSALS:\nFirst Read-Through: Saturday April 20\, 2024\, Noon – 4pm \nRegular Rehearsals: Beginning Monday\, April 22: Monday through Thursday\, 7pm – 10pm; and Saturdays\, Noon – 3pm. \n(Please see beginning rehearsal schedule BELOW for specific dates and times.) \nLocation: Long Beach Playhouse \nAUDITION REQUIREMENTS:\nBring headshot and resume.  \nSides for cold readings will be provided at the auditions.  \nSHORT SYNOPSIS: \nWhen Joe Orton wrote Loot\, he was out to shock his audiences. One of his greatest dark farces\, the play centers around two amateur thieves\, Dennis and Hal. Dennis works as a hearse driver for an undertaker and the pair have robbed the bank next door to the funeral parlor. They decide to hide their ‘loot’ in the coffin of Hal’s recently deceased mother\, stashing her body in a wardrobe in the meantime. However\, before they can remove the coffin\, the dead body is discovered by Fay McMahon\, a predatory nurse who makes a habit out of marrying men who subsequently die in strange circumstances. She has now quickly engaged herself to marry Hal’s father but when she discovers the stash of cash\, she demands a third of the spoils. Dennis and Hal’s tricky situation is worsened further by the arrival of Inspector Truscott\, who strangely disguises himself as a man from the local Water Board. Using the conventions of standard farce\, the trio attempt to keep the body and the money away from the Inspector in an increasingly tangled web of deceit and corruption. \nCASTING THE FOLLOWING ROLES:\nNOTE: Actively seeking all ethnicities for all roles \nMcLEAVY (Male\, Mid 40s to 60s) a sanctimonious and gullible widower and father.  (British accent required.) \nHAL (Male\, Mid 20s) A larcenous and promiscuous (with both sexes) nihilist.  One of the bank robbers and son of McLeavy.  (British accent required.) \nDENNIS (Male\, Mid 20s) Hal’s childhood friend\, lover\, and partner in bank robbery.  He is a hearse driver and has impregnated five different women.  (British accent required.) \nFAY (Female\, Late 20s – 30s) An attractive but murderous and avaricious nurse to the deceased woman in the casket\, on the prowl for her eighth husband and a cut of the loot.  (British accent required.) \nTRUSCOTT (Male\, 30s or 40s) A sneaky\, violent\, blow-hard police detective\, investigating the bank robbery.  He is part psychopath\, part clown.  (British accent required.) \nMEADOWS (Male\, 20s\, 30s or 40s) A police bobby who carries out the Inspector’s orders for arrest.  (British accent required.) \nBEGINNING REHEARSAL SCHEDULE:\n\n\nLoot-Beg.-Reh.-Schedule-v.2Download URL:https://lbplayhouse.org/event/auditions-loot/ CATEGORIES:Auditions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lbplayhouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Loot-Audition-Banner-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240405T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240504T230000 DTSTAMP:20260404T002524 CREATED:20230714T211426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T193315Z UID:8040-1712347200-1714863600@lbplayhouse.org SUMMARY:HAMLET DESCRIPTION:HAMLET\nBy William Shakespeare\, adapted by James Rice and Amanda Karr\nPlaying the Long Beach Playhouse’s Mainstage Theater\nApril 6 – May 4\, 2024\nDirected by James Rice\nPeer into the mind of Shakespeare’s most dynamic character\, HAMLET\, in a unique adaptation of the bard’s most compelling masterpiece. As Hamlet experiences the death of his father\, he is visited by his father’s ghost seeking justice for his murder. Hamlet is shaken by this experience as his potential madness is made tangible when other actors start to take on the aspects of his splintering mind.  The story proceeds as Shakespeare told it\, but with a core Hamlet and four others playing his innocence\, wisdom\, justice\, and vengeance. Come see the story you know and appreciate\, but with an exciting twist that illuminates the play anew for those familiar and unfamiliar with this seminal tale. \nBUY TICKETS HERE :\nCHOOSE A DATE:\nTHIS PRODUCTION CLOSED MAY 4\, 2024 \nUnable to make it in person? Check out our online version for $5! Click Here for the Link! \nLBP’s Opening Night Gala for HAMLET is sponsored by the Port of Long Beach! A BIG THANK YOU to the Port!\n\nCOVID Patron Safety Protocol\n\nAt the present time\, masks are not required to be worn in any of our theater spaces unless patrons  are showing symptoms of illness and excessively coughing and/or sneezing.\nMasks are available for any patron or volunteer who would like or need one.\n\nAGE LIMITAs a courtesy to our patrons\, it is the policy of the theatre not to admit children under the age of 5. This policy may be altered from time to time based on shows and show content. \nThis Show Contains:\n\nFog and Smoke Effects\nSimulated Violence and Intense Scenes\nSimulated Situations of Possible Self-Harm\n\nAct One is Approx. 1 hr. 10 mins.\nThere will be a 15 Minute Intermission\nAct Two is Approx. 1 hr. 5 mins\nPREVIEW CLIP:\n \nSHOW TRAILER:\n \nPERFORMANCE PHOTOS:\n\n \n \n \n \n HAMLET (MAINSTAGE\, April 6 – May 4\, 2024)\nPHOTO 1: Carmen Tunis (HAMLET – WISDOM)\, Roberto Williams (HAMLET – VENGEANCE)\, Sarah Green (CORE HAMLET)\, Autumn Yesterday (HAMLET – JUSTICE)\, Sophia Gonzales (HAMLET – INNOCENCE)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n \n \n \n \n \n HAMLET (MAINSTAGE\, April 6 – May 4\, 2024)\nPHOTO 2: Jacob Caldwell (HORATIO)\, Aldo Valencia (MARCELLUS)\, Sarah Green (CORE HAMLET)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n \n \n \n \n \n HAMLET (MAINSTAGE\, April 6 – May 4\, 2024)\nPHOTO 3: Michael Hovance (POLONIUS)\, Tavia Williams (OPHELIA)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n \n \n \n \n \n HAMLET (MAINSTAGE\, April 6 – May 4\, 2024)\nPHOTO 4: Neil Switzer (CLAUDIUS)\, Rose London (GERTRUDE)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n HAMLET (MAINSTAGE\, April 6 – May 4\, 2024)\nPHOTO 5: Payton Cella (ROSENCRANTZ)\, Sarah Green (CORE HAMLET)\, Benjamin Rasmussen (GUILDENSTERN)\n \n \n \n \n \n HAMLET (MAINSTAGE\, April 6 – May 4\, 2024)\nPHOTO 6: Carmen Tunis (HAMLET – WISDOM)\, Sophia Gonzales (HAMLET – INNOCENCE)\, Elizabeth Cortez Gomez (GHOST OF HAMLET’S FATHER)\, Benjamin Rasmussen (GHOST)\, Lisa J Salas (GHOST OF HAMLET’S FATHER)\, Payton Cella (GHOST)\, Sarah Green (CORE HAMLET)\, Roberto Williams (HAMLET – VENGEANCE)\, Autumn Yesterday (HAMLET – JUSTICE)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n \n \n \n \n \n HAMLET (MAINSTAGE\, April 6 – May 4\, 2024)\nPHOTO 7: Sophia Gonzales (HAMLET – INNOCENCE)\, Carmen Tunis (HAMLET – WISDOM)\, Sarah Green (CORE HAMLET)\, Roberto Williams (HAMLET – VENGEANCE)\, Autumn Yesterday (HAMLET – JUSTICE)\, Michael Hovance (POLONIUS)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n \n \n \n \n \n HAMLET (MAINSTAGE\, April 6 – May 4\, 2024)\nPHOTO 8: Tavia Williams (OPHELIA)\, Roberto Williams (HAMLET – VENGEANCE)\, Carmen Tunis (HAMLET – WISDOM)\, Sophia Gonzales (HAMLET – INNOCENCE)\, Sarah Green (CORE HAMLET)\, Autumn Yesterday (HAMLET – JUSTICE)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n \n \n \n \n \n HAMLET (MAINSTAGE\, April 6 – May 4\, 2024)\nPHOTO 9: Tavia Williams (OPHELIA)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n \n \n \n \n \n HAMLET (MAINSTAGE\, April 6 – May 4\, 2024)\nPHOTO 10: Lisa J Salas (PLAYER KING)\, Elizabeth Cortez Gomez (PLAYER QUEEN)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n \n \n \n \n \n HAMLET (MAINSTAGE\, April 6 – May 4\, 2024)\nPHOTO 11: Autumn Yesterday (HAMLET – JUSTICE)\, Sarah Green (CORE HAMLET)\, Roberto Williams (HAMLET – VENGEANCE)\, Carmen Tunis (HAMLET – WISDOM)\, Rose London (GERTRUDE)\, Sophia Gonzales (HAMLET – INNOCENCE)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n \n \n \n \n \n HAMLET (MAINSTAGE\, April 6 – May 4\, 2024)\nPHOTO 12: Lee Samuel Tanng (LAERTES)\, Neil Switzer (CLAUDIUS)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n HAMLET (MAINSTAGE\, April 6 – May 4\, 2024)\nPHOTO 13: FRONT: Lee Samuel Tanng (LAERTES)\, (HAMLET – VENGEANCE)\, BACK: Aldo Valencia (MARCELLUS)\, Benjamin Rasmussen (GUILDENSTERN)\, Rose London (GERTRUDE)\, Payton Cella (ROSENCRANTZ)\, Neil Switzer (CLAUDIUS)\, Lisa J Salas (OSRIC)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n \n \n \n \n \n HAMLET (MAINSTAGE\, April 6 – May 4\, 2024)\nPHOTO 14: BACK ROW: Lisa J Salas (PLAYER KING/CHORUS)\, Aldo Valencia (MARCELLUS)\, Payton Cella (ROSENCRANTZ/CHORUS)\, Elizabeth Cortez Gomez (PLAYER QUEEN/CHORUS)\, Tavia Williams (OPHELIA)\, Lee Samuel Tanng (LAERTES)\, Sophia Gonzales (HAMLET – INNOCENCE)\, FRONT ROW: Jacob Caldwell (HORATIO)\, Benjamin Rasmussen (GUILDENSTERN/CHORUS)\, Michael Hovance (POLONIUS)\, Rose London (GERTRUDE)\, Neil Switzer (CLAUDIUS)\, Autumn Yesterday (HAMLET – JUSTICE)\, Sarah Green (CORE HAMLET)\, Carmen Tunis (HAMLET – WISDOM)\, Roberto Williams (HAMLET – VENGEANCE)\n(Michael Hardy Photography)\n \n \n\nCAST:\n\nSarah Green (HAMLET)\nRoberto Williams (HAMLET – VENGEANCE)\nAutumn Yesterday (HAMLET – JUSTICE)\nCarmen Tunis (HAMLET – WISDOM)\nSophia Gonzales (HAMLET – INNOCENCE)\nNeil Switzer (CLAUDIUS)\nRose London (GERTRUDE)\nMichael Hovance (POLONIUS)\nLee Samuel Tanng (LAERTES)\nTavia Williams (OPHELIA)\nJacob Caldwell (HORATIO)\nAldo Valencia (MARCELLUS)\nPayton Cella (ROSENCRANTZ/CHORUS)\nBenjamin Rasmussen (GUILDENSTERN/CHORUS)\nLisa J Salas (PLAYER KING/CHORUS)\nElizabeth Cortez Gomez (PLAYER QUEEN/CHORUS) URL:https://lbplayhouse.org/event/hamlet/ CATEGORIES:Mainstage Theatre ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lbplayhouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Hamlet-Event-Banner-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240329T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240330T230000 DTSTAMP:20260404T002524 CREATED:20231114T230539Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240305T213620Z UID:8430-1711738800-1711839600@lbplayhouse.org SUMMARY:LBP NEW WORKS FESTIVAL 2024 DESCRIPTION:The Studio Collaborative: LBP NEW WORKS FESTIVAL 2024\nCompany: LBP New Works Committee producing\nDates: March 29 & 30 @ 7pm\, 2024\nTickets: Free\nTHE WINNING SHOWS:\nNon-Local Winner: IF I COULD TURN BACK TIME by Gerry Rodriguez\nLocal Winner: FIRST AID By Jeff Kaufman\n \nRESERVE YOUR  TICKETS HERE:\nCHOOSE YOUR DATE:\n\n\nIF I COULD TURN BACK TIME  – Friday\, Mar. 29\, 2024 at 7pm\n\n\nFIRST AID  – Saturday\, Mar. 30\, 2024 at 7pm\n\n\nAll Collaborative Shows do not have assigned seating\, so it is first come\, first serve.\nPLEASE NOTE: The Studio Theater is on the 2nd Floor.  It is only accessible by stairs; there is no elevator.\nDescription Of Festival: \nThis annual festival nurtures emerging and established playwrights to develop new scripts. Reading 100+ scripts a year\, the New Works Literary Committee chooses two top plays (a local winner from southern California\, and a non-local winner) to receive a stage reading with critical feedback from professional theatre critics and an audience talk-back. \nAbout the Shows:\nIF I COULD TURN BACK TIME – After the sudden death of their sister\, Julio must return to their family home in the South Texas borderlands for the funeral. Once there\, Julio must grapple with the grief of losing their sister as well as confront their estranged family who do not approve of their involvement in the drag community. Encouraged by their sister\, and in an effort to summon strength and confidence\, Julio makes the decision to live as their drag persona\, Sharona\, for the remainder of their visit.  \nWritten by Gerry Rodriguez  \nCAST: \n\nJose Orozco (JULIO/SHARONA)\nKarina Rodriguez  (ANGELA)\nAlli Ramirez (ELVA)\nStephen Saatjian (LUIS)\nSonia Aguirre (GABRIELA)\nMarina Portillo (CARMEN)\nGeo Herrera (MATTHEW)\nMichael Marmont (FATHER PHILIP)\nGabriel Myers Prunty (Stage Direction Narrator)\n\n  \nFIRST AID – On the eve of the 1968 presidential election\, Pat Nixon runs away from her husband’s campaign. Her encounter with an ambitious young Black woman in a Missouri motel leads to revelations\, promises\, and betrayal. \nWritten by Jeff Kaufman \nCAST: \n\nAlison Boole (PAT)\nPhoebe Ray McHenry (CAT)\nChristoper Hutchinson (PIZZA DELIVERY GUY)\nDustin Ehlrich (BOYD)\nDianna Beckman (JESS)\nJack Murphy (FRANK)\nMelissa Adylia Calasanz (Stage Direction Narrator)\n\n  \nFREE TICKETS TO THE NEW WORKS FESTIVAL 2024 ARE MADE POSSIBLE BY A GENEROUS SPONSORSHIP FROM THE PORT OF LONG BEACH URL:https://lbplayhouse.org/event/lbp-new-works-festival-2024/ CATEGORIES:Studio Theatre ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lbplayhouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/NWF-2024-Event-Banner.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240325T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240328T220000 DTSTAMP:20260404T002524 CREATED:20230719T233136Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240130T235938Z UID:8094-1711393200-1711663200@lbplayhouse.org SUMMARY:AUDITIONS: DETROIT ’67 DESCRIPTION:AUDITIONS: DETROIT ’67\nAUDITON NOTICE:\nTITLE: DETROIT ‘67 \nAUTHOR: Dominique Morisseau \nDIRECTOR: Robyn Hastings \nRUN:  May 18 – June 15\, 2024 \nFridays & Saturdays 8pm\, Sundays at 2pm. Special performances on Thursday and Sunday nights may be added for private parties and special events. \nThis is a volunteer community theater production.  Non-Equity.  There is no pay.  \nAUDITION DATES:\nOpen Call: \nDates: Monday\, March 25 and Tuesday\, March 26\, 2024 \n (Auditioners only need to come to one night of Open Call Auditions.) \nTimes: 7pm – 9pm \nLocation: Long Beach Playhouse   \nCallbacks: By Invitation Only. \nDate: Wednesday\, March 27\, 2024 \nTimes: 7pm – 10pm \nREHEARSALS:\nFirst Read-Through: Saturday\, March 30\, 2024\, Noon – 4pm. \nRegular Rehearsal: Starting April 1\, Monday – Thurs. 7pm – 10 pm; Saturdays 10am to 2pm\, and Sunday\,  April 28\, 5:30pm – 8:30pm. \n(Please see beginning rehearsal schedule BELOW for specific dates and times.) \nLocation: Long Beach Playhouse \nAUDITION REQUIREMENTS:\nBring headshot and resume.  \nSides for cold readings will be provided at the auditions. \nSHORT SYNOPSIS:  \n“Detroit ’67“ is a play that explores the lives of a brother and sister who run an after-hours bar in their basement during the 1967 Detroit Riots.  Chelle and Lank inherit their parents’ house and each have a different dream for their inheritance.  Lank wants to use their inheritance to buy a bar downtown\, but Chelle wants the stability the money brings. When a mysterious woman finds her way into their lives\, the siblings clash over much more than the family business. As their pent-up feelings erupt\, so does their city\, and they find themselves caught in the middle of the ’67 Detroit uprising. As tensions explode in the streets\, will Chelle and Lank be able to hold onto their fragile family ties and their ever present dreams? \n“Detroit ‘67” is originally a part of a trilogy of plays called The Detroit Project which examines the history and culture of the city of Detroit in different decades.  \nCASTING THE FOLLOWING ROLES:\nCHELLE  (F\, late 30’s to early 40’s)  Black woman. Strong\, steadfast\, firm and not easily impressed. A widow\, mother and sister. A loving heart beneath her pride.  \nLANK (Langston) (M\, early to late 30’s)  Black man. Cool\, loving and charismatic. A dreamer. He has a special effect on women – but is not a womanizer. Chelle’s younger brother. \nBUNNY (Bonita) (F\, 30’s to 40’s) Black woman. Sexy\, spunky\, fun and joyful. A friend and sometimes a lover. Never lets nothing get her down. \nSLY (Sylvester)  (M\, late 30’s to early 40’s) Black man. Hip\, slick and sweet-talking. An honest hustler and numbers man. Fiercely loyal. Lank’s best buddy. \nCAROLINE (F\, late 20’s to early 30’s) White woman. Beautiful\, quiet strength\, troubled\, soft and mysterious. There is a world of danger behind her eyes. \nBEGINNING REHEARSAL SCHEDULE:\n\n\nDetroit-67-Beg.-Reh.-Schedule-V.3Download URL:https://lbplayhouse.org/event/auditions-detroit-67/ CATEGORIES:Auditions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lbplayhouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Detroit-67-Audition-Banner-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240323T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240323T220000 DTSTAMP:20260404T002524 CREATED:20231114T225805Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T224133Z UID:8427-1711224000-1711231200@lbplayhouse.org SUMMARY:PLAYS IN A DAY 2024 DESCRIPTION:The Studio Collaborative: PLAYS IN A DAY 2024\nCompany: LBP\, Alex Shewchuk\, producing\nDates: Mar. 23 @ 8pm\, 2024\nTickets: $10\nBUY YOUR TICKETS HERE\nCHOOSE YOUR DATE:\n  \n\nSaturday\, Mar. 23\, 2024 at 8pm\n\nAll Collaborative Shows do not have assigned seating\, so it is first come\, first serve.\nPLEASE NOTE: The Studio Theater is on the 2nd Floor.  It is only accessible by stairs; there is no elevator.\nDescription: \nJoin us for an exhilarating evening of theatre. Witness the work of exhausted writers\, frantic actors\, and impulsive directors as they strive to create the debut performance of a show that will never be seen again! All the shows presented will be written\, rehearsed\, and performed in just one day! \nGive the Writers a Suggestion HERE URL:https://lbplayhouse.org/event/plays-in-a-day-2024/ CATEGORIES:Studio Theatre ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lbplayhouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Plays-in-a-Day-2024-CS-Event-Banner-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240315T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240317T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T002524 CREATED:20231114T225053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T221852Z UID:8422-1710532800-1710694800@lbplayhouse.org SUMMARY:GENERATION XYZ DESCRIPTION:The Studio Collaborative: GENERATION XYZ\nCompany: (un)defined arts collective \nDates: Mar. 15\, 16 @ 8pm\, Mar. 17 @ 2pm\, 2024\nTickets: $25 General admission\, $20 Student/Senior\nBUY YOUR TICKETS HERE\nCHOOSE YOUR DATE:\n\n\nFriday\, Mar. 15\, 2024 at 8pm\n\n\nSaturday\, Mar. 16\, 2024 at 8pm\n\n\nSunday\, Mar. 17\, 2024 at 2pm\n\n\nAll Collaborative Shows do not have assigned seating\, so it is first come\, first serve.\nPLEASE NOTE: The Studio Theater is on the 2nd Floor.  It is only accessible by stairs; there is no elevator.\nDescription: \nA devised play that debuted with CSULB’s Theatre Threshold\, Generation XYZ uses the words\, poems\, prose\, tales\, and dialogue\, collected from dozens of women & gender-marginalized individuals\, to tell the mother-child stories of Sarah\, Joanna\, and Hero\, a family of 3 different generations from the late 1970s to the present\, as they navigate the nuances of womanhood and generational patterns in varying political climates. \nContent warning: Homophobia\, transphobia\, foul language\, and themes of sexual violence. Themes may not be suitable for children under high school age (13+). \nCompany Statement:\n(un)defined arts collective is committed to exploring various artistic mediums\, bridging the gap between the arts and the community\, redefining storytelling outside of western practices\, and creating a space where artists can advocate for themselves and flourish in their artistic practice. \nThe LBP Studio Collaborative Season offers outside\, local theatre companies and performing arts organizations the opportunity to produce their own shows in our Studio Theater. URL:https://lbplayhouse.org/event/generation-xyz/ CATEGORIES:Studio Theatre ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lbplayhouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Generation-XYZ-CS-Event-Banner-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240308T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240310T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T002524 CREATED:20231114T223943Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231114T232016Z UID:8415-1709928000-1710090000@lbplayhouse.org SUMMARY:MURDER AT MODJESKA MANOR DESCRIPTION:The Studio Collaborative: MURDER AT MODJESKA MANOR: An Unscripted Murder Mystery\nCompany: Modjeska Unscripted Theatre\nDates: Mar. 8\, 9 @ 8pm\, Mar. 10 @ 2pm\, 2024\nTickets: Tickets: $25\n  \nBUY YOUR TICKETS HERE\nCHOOSE YOUR DATE:\n\n\nFriday\, Mar. 8\, 2024 at 8pm\n\n\nSaturday\, Mar. 9\, 2024 at 8pm\n\n\nSunday\, Mar. 10\, 2024 at 2pm\n\n\nAll Collaborative Shows do not have assigned seating\, so it is first come\, first serve.\nPLEASE NOTE: The Studio Theater is on the 2nd Floor.  It is only accessible by stairs; there is no elevator.\n  \nDescription: \nMurder at Modjeska Manor\, an Unscripted Murder Mystery\, makes its return with a new venue\, new guests\, and new risks in storytelling that will leave you wondering…Whodunnit??? A different cast and different story each night\, the Modjeska Unscripted Theatre company will improvise a full length\, 90-minute play in the style of Agatha Christie Murder Mysteries and the movie CLUE. We don’t know how\, when or who\, but we’ll discover who gets murdered and who did it together\, inspired by audience suggestions in a show that will never be seen again. \nCompany Statement:\nModjeska Unscripted Theater (MUT) is an improvisational theater group founded in 2016 as the in-house improvisation ensemble of Modjeska Playhouse. MUT performs unscripted theater\, producing full length unscripted plays in popular genres (Rom-Coms\, Hallmark Holiday Films\, Murder Mysteries\, etc.). The company prides itself on its ability to use to create theater through character and relationship driven unscripted plays. \nThe LBP Studio Collaborative Season offers outside\, local theatre companies and performing arts organizations the opportunity to produce their own shows in our Studio Theater. URL:https://lbplayhouse.org/event/murder-at-modjeska-manor/ CATEGORIES:Studio Theatre ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lbplayhouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Murder-at-Modjeska-Manor-CS-Event-Banner.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240304T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240306T220000 DTSTAMP:20260404T002524 CREATED:20240213T225053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240214T203553Z UID:8664-1709578800-1709762400@lbplayhouse.org SUMMARY:AUDITIONS: MEN ON BOATS DESCRIPTION:AUDITION NOTICE:\nTITLE: MEN ON BOATS\nPRODUCERS: Produced by JD Theatricals (James Huffman\, Producer) in collaboration with the Long Beach Playhouse \nAUTHOR: Jaclyn Backhaus \nDIRECTOR: Meredith Miranda \nRUN:  April 26th– May 25th\, 2024 \nFridays & Saturdays 8pm\, Sundays at 2pm. Special performances on Thursday and Sunday nights may be added for private parties and special events. \nThis is a volunteer community theater production.  Non-Equity.  There is no pay.  \nAUDITION DATES:\nOpen Call: \nDates: Monday\, March 4th & Tuesday March 5th\, 2024  \nTimes: 7pm – 9pm \nLocation: Long Beach Playhouse   \nCallbacks: \nWednesday\, March 6th\, 2024\, 7pm – 10pm\, by invitation only. \nREHEARSALS:\nFirst Read-Through: Saturday\, March 9th\, Noon – 4pm. \nRegular Rehearsal: Starts Monday\, March 11th and continues to Thursday April 25th\, 2024. 7pm – 10:30pm.  \n*Possible Saturday or Sunday offsite rehearsals TBD throughout these dates in Long Beach\, CA.* \n(Please see Beginning Rehearsal Schedule BELOW for Specific Dates and Times.) \nLocation: Long Beach Playhouse \nAUDITION REQUIREMENTS & PREPARATION:\nThe characters in MEN ON BOATS were historically cisgender white males. The cast should be made up entirely of people who are not. Seeking racially diverse actors who are female-identifying\, trans-identifying\, genderfluid\, and/or non-gender-conforming. \nBring headshot and resume. Please prepare a 1-minute monologue of a male character you wouldn’t ordinarily play\, or have always wished to play. Dress comfortably for movement and give ample time to warm up physically and vocally. *Please prepare to interact\, improvise and play.  \n**This play contains strong language\, drinking\, and dreaming. \nSHORT SYNOPSIS:  \nTen explorers. Four boats. One Grand Canyon. MEN ON BOATS is the true(ish) history of an 1869 expedition\, when one-armed captain John Wesley Powell and his crew of insane yet loyal volunteers set out to chart the course of the Colorado River. An ensemble-led journey manifesting destiny through thrilling adventure\, discovery\, fueled by unapologetic daring\, (un)wavering nerve and the deep rooted hope of being remembered.  \nMEN ON BOATS is a rollicking comedy that turns the American myth of man-ifest destiny on its edge and challenges conventional notions about who gets to make history. \nCASTING THE FOLLOWING ROLES:\n*Note on casting: The characters in MEN ON BOATS were historically cisgender white males. The cast should be made up entirely of people who are not. Seeking racially diverse actors who are female-identifying\, trans-identifying\, genderfluid\, and/or non-gender-conforming. \nJOHN WESLEY POWELL (18-99\, Ethnicity: OPEN) one-armed leader of the expedition. \nWILLIAM DUNN (18-99\, Ethnicity: OPEN) hunter and trapper. \nJOHN COLTON SUMNER (18-99\, Ethnicity: OPEN) former soldier\, current explorer. \nOLD SHADY (18-99\, Ethnicity: OPEN) Powell’s older brother\, Civil War vet. \nBRADLEY (18-99\, Ethnicity: OPEN) lieutenant\, manic with youth. \nO.G. HOWLAND (18-99\, Ethnicity: Indigenous or BIPOC) printer and hunter. (Doubles as TSAUWIAT\, a Ute chief.) \nSENECA HOWLAND (18-99\, Ethnicity: Indigenous or BIPOC) O.G:s quiet little brother. (Doubles as THE BISHOP\, Tsauwiat’s wife.) \nFRANK GOODMAN (18-99\, Ethnicity: OPEN) British\, so excited. (Doubles as MR. ASA\, a desert settler.) \nHALL (18-99\, Ethnicity: OPEN) mapmaker\, old soul. \nHAWKINS (18-99\, Ethnicity: OPEN) the cook. \nThis true ensemble piece calls for agile\, spirited\, imaginative comedic/dramatic actors who will work as a whole to shape this adventure. There are no small parts. Seeking a diverse ensemble of actors with physical theatre\, commedia dell’arte\, dance\, and movement experience.  \nBEGINNING REHEARSAL SCHEDULE:\n\n\nMen-on-Boats-Beg.-Rehearsal-Schedule-V.3Download URL:https://lbplayhouse.org/event/auditions-men-on-boats/ CATEGORIES:Auditions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lbplayhouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Men-on-Boats-Audition-Banner-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240301T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240303T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T002524 CREATED:20231205T232603Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T234202Z UID:8476-1709323200-1709485200@lbplayhouse.org SUMMARY:DINO\, JUDY\, FRANK & BABS DESCRIPTION:The Studio Collaborative: DINO\, JUDY\, FRANK & BABS\nCompany: Jade Productions\, Inc.\nDates: Mar. 1\, 2 @ 8pm\, Mar. 3 @ 2pm\, 2024\nTickets: $30 General Admission\n  \nBUY YOUR TICKETS HERE\nCHOOSE YOUR DATE:\n\n\nFriday\, Mar. 1\, 2024 at 8pm\n\n\nSaturday\, Mar. 2\, 2024 at 8pm\n\n\nSunday\, Mar. 3\, 2024 at 2pm\n\n\nAll Collaborative Shows do not have assigned seating\, so it is first come\, first serve.\nPLEASE NOTE: The Studio Theater is on the 2nd Floor.  It is only accessible by stairs; there is no elevator.\n  \nDescription: \nDINO\, JUDY\, FRANK & BABS–A Tribute” to Dean Martin\, Judy Garland\, Frank Sinatra and Barbra Streisand celebrates favorites made popular by these ICONIC Super Stars. Memories trickle through the music so we remember The Way We Were\, magically\, as if touched by Witchcraft. After all\, Everybody Loves Somebody Sometime and Happy Days remembered make us Smile and send us Somewhere Over the Rainbow. Feeling Good we’ll be In the Mood for Love. And love will keep us warm\, always knowing we can say “I Did It My Way.” \n“DINO\, JUDY\, FRANK & BABS–A Tribute” stars Jay Joseph and Joy Demain and features a live band. The show played to sold out houses in  Las Vegas. Let’s Fall In Love\, The Man That Got Away\, Luck Be A Lady\, The Best Is Yet To Come\, The Trolley Song\, I Love Paris\, Come Fly With Me and so many more musical gems will fill our hearts with love. \nCompany Statement:\nJade Productions’ mission is to promote and cultivate theatre awareness and support by offering excellence in theatrical production for our community and all the artists and technicians involved in our productions. We attempt to create a positive working atmosphere throughout the production process by giving performers and technicians in the community the chance to learn and utilize performance and theatrical technical skills in a real working situation. URL:https://lbplayhouse.org/event/dino-judy-frank-babs/ CATEGORIES:Studio Theatre ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lbplayhouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/DINO-JUDY-FRANK-BABS-CS-Event-Banner.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240228T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240228T210000 DTSTAMP:20260404T002524 CREATED:20240208T205628Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240208T205749Z UID:8654-1709146800-1709154000@lbplayhouse.org SUMMARY:NEW WORKS FESTIVAL 2024 AUDITIONS DESCRIPTION:THE 2024 LBP NEW WORKS FESTIVAL AUDITIONS\nAUDITION NOTICE\nTITLES: \nShow 1: IF I COULD TURN BACK TIME \n Show 2: FIRST AID \nAUTHORS: \nGerry Rodriguez (If I Could Turn Back Time) \n Jeff Kaufman (First Aid) \nDIRECTORS: \nBrandon Ferruccio (If I Could Turn Back Time) \n Jason Edward Brown (First Aid) \nRUN: Stage Reading of  IF I COULD TURN BACK TIME on March 29\, 2024 at 7pm.  Stage Reading of FIRST AID on Saturday\, MARCH 30\, 2024 at 7pm. There will be a talk-back after each reading. \nThis is a volunteer community theater production.  Non-Equity.  There is no pay. \nAUDITION DATES:\nOpen Call: \nDates: Wednesday\, Feb. 28\, 2024 (One night only for both plays.) \nTimes: 7 pm – 9 pm \nLocation: Long Beach Playhouse   \nREHEARSALS:\nThere will be 3-4 rehearsals (usually one per week) before the stage reading arranged between the directors and the actors cast.  Rehearsals will start immediately. \n(Please see Beginning Rehearsal Schedule BELOW for days when rehearsals could possibly be scheduled.) \nFor Each Specific Show: \nIF I COULD TURN BACK TIME –  \nThe Rehearsal Schedule will consist of a total of  3-4 In Person Rehearsals at the Long Beach Playhouse with additional 2-3 remote Zoom rehearsals.  (at least one per week – at director’s prerogative) \nFIRST AID –  \nFirst Read-Through: Monday\, March 4\, 2024; 7pm – 9pm. \nRegular Rehearsal: March 11\, 18\, 25\, 27;  7pm – 9pm \nAUDITION REQUIREMENTS:\nBring headshot and resume. Sides for cold readings will be provided at the auditions.  \nNEW WORKS FESTIVAL INFORMATION:  \nThis annual festival nurtures emerging and established playwrights to develop new scripts. Reading 100+ scripts a year\, the New Works Literary Committee chooses two top plays (one local to southern California\, one non-local) to receive a stage reading with critical feedback from professional theatre critics and an audience talk back. \nAs it is a stage reading\, there will only be 3-4 rehearsals\, and actors will not need to memorize their scripts.  The stage reading of their show will only happen one night\, and there will be a talk back with the audience after the reading. \nSHOW 1:  IF I COULD TURN BACK TIME\nby Gerry Rodriguez \nStage Reading March 29\, 2024 \nDirected by Brandon Ferruccio \nSHORT SYNOPSIS:  \nAfter the sudden death of their sister\, Julio must return to their family home in South Texas for the funeral. Once there\, Julio must grapple with the grief of losing their sister as well as confront their estranged family who do not approve of their involvement in the drag community. Encouraged by their sister\, and in an effort to summon strength and confidence\, Julio makes the decision to live as their drag persona\, Sharona\, for the remainder of their visit. Sharona is able to make connections with her family that she was unable to make before. It is in this way that Sharona is finally able to let go of people who have caused her pain and accept the death of her sister. \nGenre: Drama / Dark Comedy \nThemes: Latinx\, LGBTQ+\, Toxic Masculinity\, Catholic family expectations\, Grief over the loss of a loved one. \nCASTING THE FOLLOWING ROLES:\nDIRECTOR’S NOTE: Since this is a staged reading – the age brackets listed are quite broad. I am extremely flexible with this. \n Julio/Sharona should be played by someone within the LGBTQ+ community\,  drag community or by someone who is gender-nonconforming.  \nWe would like to highly encourage auditioners of all ethnic backgrounds\, especially those of the Latin/Hispanic community.   \nJULIO/SHARONA (Male / Gender non-conforming\, 30-40s): Grief-stricken over the loss of their sister\, Angela. Feels more confident in their drag persona\, Sharona. Passionate and dealing with family scars. \nANGLEA (F\, 20-40s):  She is dead but remains as a ghost who can only be seen by Julio/Sharona. Julio/Sharona’s sister. A balance of good advice and playfulness. Always ready to give her 2 cents\, even if it stings.   \nELVA (F\, 50-60s): The mother ofJulio/Sharona and Angela. The wife of Luis. Devout Catholic and quiet. She doesn’t like confrontation. Keeps busy with tasks to avoid the obvious pain in her life.  \nLUIS (M\, 50-60s): The father of Julio/Sharona and Angela. Elva’s husband. Abrasive and dominant. The “man of the house.” Ashamed and dismissive.  \nGABRIELA (F\, 50-60s): Elva’s sister. She likes to be in control. She is \nblunt\, and she speaks before she thinks. Often putting her foot in her mouth.  \nCARMEN (F\, 50-60s): Elva’s cousin. She believes she knows what \nis best no matter the situation. She likes to know everybody’s business. The “town gossip”.   \nMATTHEW (M 20-30s): Gabriela’s son. Quiet\, kind and obedient. Somewhat a disappointment to his family. Needs help finding his voice.  \nFATHER PHILIP (M 60-70s): The priest of the church the family attends. Gentle and kind. He always sees the silver lining and sees the best in everyone. \n  \nSHOW 2:  FIRST AID\nby Jeff Kaufman \nStage Reading March 30\, 2024 \nDirected by Jason Edward Brown \nSHORT SYNOPSIS:  \nSet in the 1960s\, after an impulsive decision\, a polished legislator’s wife finds her life in upheaval. When her path crosses with a young\, queer\, black woman\, the two challenge each other’s beliefs and identities. \nCASTING THE FOLLOWING ROLES:\nPAT (F\, 56) A strained white woman. Politician’s wife. Prim\, demure\, but currently disheveled; the way she presents herself to others means everything. Even if its untrue or harmful. \nCAT (F\, 21) A sincere black woman. Kind and uncomplicated; she has experienced the world’s heartbreaks and has grown wise as a result. LGBTQ+ highly encouraged to audition.  \nPIZZA DELIVERY GUY (M\, mid-20s to mid-30s) A confident\, white man. Less charismatic than he believes himself to be. \nBOYD (M\, 30s to 40s) An attractive\, white man. Political campaign manager. Calculating\, effortlessly commanding; he knows how to weaponize his charm when necessary.  \nJESS (F\, 30s to 40s) A white woman. Lawyer. Is willing to do whatever it takes. \nFRANK (M\, mid-40s to mid-50s) A white man. Ex-military. Regimented in the face of atrocities. \nSTAGE DIRECTION (Open to all) A charismatic storyteller with a strong sense of pace and timing. (This role is responsible for reading the show’s stage direction.) \nBEGINNING REHEARSAL SCHEDULE (Shows all of the possible dates a rehearsal could take place): \n\n\nNWF-2024-General-Rehearsal-Schedule-V.1Download URL:https://lbplayhouse.org/event/new-works-festival-2024-auditions/ CATEGORIES:Auditions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lbplayhouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/2024-NWF-Audition-Banner-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240223T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240225T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T002524 CREATED:20231114T221547Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231117T213327Z UID:8408-1708718400-1708880400@lbplayhouse.org SUMMARY:NINA AND TROYBOY DESCRIPTION:The Studio Collaborative: NINA AND TROYBOY\nCompany: Sparrow and Finch Films\nDates: Feb. 23\, 24 @ 8pm\, Feb. 25 @ 2pm\, 2024\nTickets: $30 General Admission\, $25 Student/Senior\n  \nBUY YOUR TICKETS HERE\nCHOOSE YOUR DATE:\n\n\nFriday\, Feb. 23\, 2024 at 8pm\n\n\nSaturday\, Feb. 24\, 2024 at 8pm\n\n\nSunday\, Feb. 25\, 2024 at 2pm\n\n\nAll Collaborative Shows do not have assigned seating\, so it is first come\, first serve.\nPLEASE NOTE: The Studio Theater is on the 2nd Floor.  It is only accessible by stairs; there is no elevator.\n  \nDescription: \nNINA & TROYBOY explores a mother and son’s complex relationship set against the emergence of the Black Lives Matter Movement. Troy has gone missing after an argument the night prior. Tempted to fear the worst\, Nina must rely on her faith for the preservation and salvation of the son she’s struggled to raise in a “post-racial” America. This fictional drama based on true events explores how mental health\, racism and religion collide to color the stark reality facing many young men\, and their families across America. \nCompany Statement:\nWe are a production company that creates and curates inspirational content via film and stage for the awakening of  America’s collective social consciousness.  \n“Art that elevates the conversation” characterizes our mission of utilizing heartfelt performances as an arm of activism to stimulate thought\, conversation and ultimately action on issues affecting our collective well being. \nWe believe in the power of our stories to change lives within our community for good. \nThe LBP Studio Collaborative Season offers outside\, local theatre companies and performing arts organizations the opportunity to produce their own shows in our Studio Theater. URL:https://lbplayhouse.org/event/nina-and-troyboy/ CATEGORIES:Studio Theatre ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lbplayhouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Nina-and-Troyboy-CS-Event-Banner.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR