Long Beach Playhouse

August Wilson's SEVEN GUITARS
2019-05-18 20:00 - 2019-06-15 23:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
From the master playwright of Fences, August Wilson, comes this story in his decade-by-decade exploration of the black experience in America. In a Pittsburgh tenement in 1948, friends gather to mourn the sudden death of a blues guitarist who has died on the verge of his musical success. Flashing back to the busy week preceding Floyd “Schoolboy” Barton’s demise, we learn the reasons for his tragic fall. Mixing the genres of dark elegy, bawdy comedy, and mystery, Schoolboy’s story has a depth and richness that will touch the soul’s of all Americans who have fallen just short of their dreams.
CAST LIST:

Rayshawn Chism (FLOYD “SCHOOLBOY” BARTON)
Latonya Kitchen (VERA DOTSON)
Ebonie Marie (LOUSIE)
William Warren (HEDLEY)
Jay Reed (CANEWELL)
Gilbert DeLeon (RED CARTER)
Justin High (RUBY)

SHOW TRAILER:

PREVIEW VIDEO 1:

PREVIEW VIDEO 2:

PERFORMANCE PHOTOS:

August Wilson’s SEVEN GUITARS (MAINSTAGE, MAY 18th – JUNE 15th, 2019)
PHOTO 1: Latonya Kitchen (VERA DOTSON), Rayshawn Chism (FLOYD “SCHOOLBOY’ BARTON)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

August Wilson’s SEVEN GUITARS (MAINSTAGE, MAY 18th – JUNE 15th, 2019)
PHOTO 2: Ebonie Marie (LOUISE), Jay Reed (CANEWELL), Latonya Kitchen (VERA DOTSON), Rayshawn Chism (FLOYD “SCHOOLBOY’ BARTON), Gilbert Roy DeLeon (RED CARTER)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

August Wilson’s SEVEN GUITARS (MAINSTAGE, MAY 18th – JUNE 15th, 2019)
PHOTO 3: William Warren (HEDLEY), Ebonie Marie (LOUISE)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

August Wilson’s SEVEN GUITARS (MAINSTAGE, MAY 18th – JUNE 15th, 2019)
PHOTO 4: Rayshawn Chism (FLOYD “SCHOOLBOY’ BARTON), Latonya Kitchen (VERA DOTSON), Jay Reed (CANEWELL), Ebonie Marie (LOUISE), William Warren (HEDLEY)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

August Wilson’s SEVEN GUITARS (MAINSTAGE, MAY 18th – JUNE 15th, 2019)
PHOTO 5: Jay Reed (CANEWELL), Rayshawn Chism (FLOYD “SCHOOLBOY’ BARTON), Gilbert Roy DeLeon (RED CARTER)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

August Wilson’s SEVEN GUITARS (MAINSTAGE, MAY 18th – JUNE 15th, 2019)
PHOTO 6: Rayshawn Chism (FLOYD “SCHOOLBOY’ BARTON
(Michael Hardy Photography)

August Wilson’s SEVEN GUITARS (MAINSTAGE, MAY 18th – JUNE 15th, 2019)
PHOTO 7: Jay Reed (CANEWELL), Rayshawn Chism (FLOYD “SCHOOLBOY’ BARTON), William Warren (HEDLEY), Gilbert Roy DeLeon (RED CARTER)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

August Wilson’s SEVEN GUITARS (MAINSTAGE, MAY 18th – JUNE 15th, 2019)
PHOTO 8: Justyn High (RUBY)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

August Wilson’s SEVEN GUITARS (MAINSTAGE, MAY 18th – JUNE 15th, 2019)
PHOTO 9: Jay Reed (CANEWELL), Gilbert Roy DeLeon (RED CARTER), Rayshawn Chism (FLOYD “SCHOOLBOY’ BARTON), Latonya Kitchen (VERA DOTSON), Ebonie Marie (LOUISE)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

August Wilson’s SEVEN GUITARS (MAINSTAGE, MAY 18th – JUNE 15th, 2019)
PHOTO 10: Ebonie Marie (LOUISE), Jay Reed (CANEWELL), William Warren (HEDLEY), Gilbert Roy DeLeon (RED CARTER), Rayshawn Chism (FLOYD “SCHOOLBOY’ BARTON), Latonya Kitchen (VERA DOTSON)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

August Wilson’s SEVEN GUITARS (MAINSTAGE, MAY 18th – JUNE 15th, 2019)
PHOTO 11: Rayshawn Chism (FLOYD “SCHOOLBOY’ BARTON), Latonya Kitchen (VERA DOTSON)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

August Wilson’s SEVEN GUITARS (MAINSTAGE, MAY 18th – JUNE 15th, 2019)
PHOTO 12: Ebonie Marie (LOUISE), Latonya Kitchen (VERA DOTSON), Jay Reed (CANEWELL), Justyn High (RUBY)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

August Wilson’s SEVEN GUITARS (MAINSTAGE, MAY 18th – JUNE 15th, 2019)
PHOTO 13: Jay Reed (CANEWELL), Rayshawn Chism (FLOYD “SCHOOLBOY’ BARTON), Ebonie Marie (LOUISE), William Warren (HEDLEY)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

August Wilson’s SEVEN GUITARS (MAINSTAGE, MAY 18th – JUNE 15th, 2019)
PHOTO 14: BACK ROW: Latonya Kitchen (VERA DOTSON), Rayshawn Chism (FLOYD “SCHOOLBOY’ BARTON), FRONT ROW: Gilbert Roy DeLeon (RED CARTER), Ebonie Marie (LOUISE), William Warren (HEDLEY), Justyn High (RUBY), Jay Reed (CANEWELL)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

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AUDITIONS: LA CAGE AUX FOLLES
2019-04-30 19:00 - 2019-05-02 23:00
AUDITION NOTICE:
TITLE: LA CAGE AUX FOLLES
AUTHOR: Music and Lyrics by Jerry Herman, Book by Harvey Fierstein, Based on the Play by Jean Poiret
DIRECTOR: Sean F. Gray
MUSICAL DIRECTOR: Stephen Olear
CHOREOGRAPHER: Phie Mura
RUN: June 29 – Aug. 3 with a possible extension to Aug. 10, 2019
Fridays & Saturdays 8pm, Sundays at 2pm. Special performances on Thursday and Sunday nights may be added for private parties and special events.
This is a community theater production. Non-Equity. There is no pay.
AUDITION DATES:
Open Call:
Dates: Tuesday and Wednesday, April 30 & May 1, 2019
Times: 7pm – 9pm
Location: Long Beach Playhouse
Callbacks:
Date and Time: Thursday, May 2nd, 7pm – 11pm, by invitation only.
REHEARSALS:
First Read-Through: May 4, 2019, Noon – 3:30
Regular Rehearsal: Starting May 6, 2019, Mondays – Thursdays, 7pm – 10:30pm. Saturdays 11am – 3:30pm, and some Sunday Evenings 6pm – 9:30pm.
Location: Long Beach Playhouse
LINK TO BEGINNING REHEARSAL SCHEDULE

AUDITION REQUIREMENTS:
Bring headshot and resume. Please be familiar with the show.
At the Open Call – Please prepare 16 bars of a classical musical theater song in the style of the show but not from the show (Jerry Herman songs a plus) – please no Jason Robert Brown or Sondheim songs. Be prepared to present a character and to act with your song. Also be prepared to dance.
At the Callbacks – Scene sides will be read, songs from the show will be learned and sung, and a dance callback will be seen.
SHORT SYNOPSIS:
In this much loved musical that inspired The Birdcage, we peer into the living quarters of a famed drag nightclub, La Cage Aux Folles. Two men partnered in love as well as show-biz, Georges and Albin have their self-worth challenged after twenty years of un-wedded bliss when Georges’ son announces his impending marriage to the daughter of a conservative, right-wing politician. Georges reluctantly agrees to masquerade as “normal” to meet the family of the bride-to-be, but Albin has other plans, which escalate with hilarious results! In this charming and incredibly funny musical, we learn that families come in all forms, and that it is all right to be as you are!
CASTING THE FOLLOWING ROLES:
All Ethnicities are encouraged to audition for any role.
THE CAGELLES (M & F, 20-40) Various vocal ranges – The drag performers at La Cage, they are fabulous, flamboyant, and fierce both onstage and off. They will perform in full drag, from high heels to higher wigs. Will also double as the townspeople of St. Tropez. Looking to cast about 4 men and 3 women. (Must be able to dance well, be willing to perform in drag, and to engage in same sex intimacy. Any tap dancing experience a plus.)
CAGELLE ROLES:
–CHANTAL (M or F, 20-40) Vocal Range: Soprano or a great falsetto necessary – An elegant drag performer who fancies themself an opera diva. (Needs to be able to sing operatically, in a coloratura style.)
–HANNA (M or F, 20-40) Vocal Range: Open – A feisty drag dominatrix who rules with a strong attitude and a whip. (Skills with a bullwhip a plus.)
–PHAEDRA (M or F, 20-40) Vocal Range: Open – An exotic and mysterious performer. (Any special dance tricks or acrobatics a plus.)
–ANGELIQUE (M or F, 20-40) Vocal Range: Open – A Beautiful dancer at La Cage. (Tap dancing skills a plus.)
–MONIQUE (M or F, 20-40) Vocal Range: Open – A Beautiful dancer at La Cage. (Tap dancing skills a plus.)
-BITELLE (F, 20-40) Vocal Range: Open – A favorite at La Cage. Playful both offstage and on. Will also double the role of COLETTE.
-MERCEDES (M, 20-40) Vocal Range: Open – The longest standing member of La Cage. A seasoned performer. Will also double the role of ETIENNE.
ALBIN (M, 40 – 60), Vocal Range: High Baritone, A#2-G4 – A loving, maternal, and proudly effeminate gay man who is the headliner at La Cage under the drag name Zaza, a fabulous diva who demands attention with every move she makes. Role requires a performer that can sing well, is energetic, and is a great comic actor. (Must be able to move well, be willing to perform in drag, and to engage in same sex intimacy.)
GEORGES (M, 40-60), Vocal Range: Baritone, G2-F4 – The charismatic owner of La Cage, where he is also the main emcee with a celebrated flair. Is lovingly devoted to his long-term partner Albin, and a doting father to his son Jean-Michel. Role requires a performer that can sing well, is energetic, and is a great comic actor. (Must be able to move well and to engage in same sex intimacy.)
JEAN-MICHEL (M, 20 – 25), Vocal Range: High Baritone, A#2-G4 – Georges’ charming son who has been spoiled by his loving parents. Somewhat of a playboy who has recently finished sowing his oats and fallen desperately in love with his fiancee Anne. (Must be able to move well.)
JACOB (M, 18-35) Vocal Range: Baritone, Bb2-Ab4 – The flamboyant butler to Georges and Albin with dreams of being a huge drag star. He balances all the tasks of managing the hectic household and making Albin happy, even though he may not have all the qualities of a good butler. Role requires a performer that is energetic and is a great comic actor. (Must be able to move well, be willing to perform in drag, and to engage in same sex intimacy.)
ANNE (F, 20 – 25), Vocal Range: Alto to Soprano – A sheltered girl who has just recently discovered her own sense of personal freedom. Is Dindon’s daughter, and fiancee to Jean-Michel. May also double as one of the Cagelles during Act One. (Must be a good dancer and be willing to perform in drag.)
DINDON (M, 45-60) Vocal Range: Baritone, Bb2-Eb4 – A right-wing politician who is the Deputy General of the Tradition, Family, and Morality Party. Anne’s father, he is staunchly conservative, pompous, and bigoted. Role requires a performer that is a great comic actor. Will also double in the role of RENAUD. (Must be able to move well and be willing to perform in drag.)
MARIE DINDON (F, 40-60), Vocal Range: Mezzo-Soprano, F4-A5 – Anne’s Mother, and the trophy wife of Dindon who stands by her politician husband. She is shy, retiring, and sexually repressed but sex-starved. She has moments of genuine caring that shine through, but are they are often silenced by her husband. Will also double in the role of MME. RENAUD. (Must be able to move well and be willing to perform in drag.)
JACQUELINE (F, 30-60), Vocal Range: Mezzo, B3-F5 – A friend to Georges and Albin and the glamorous owner and operator of the Riviera’s most exclusive restaurant, Chez Jacqueline. She has a larger-than-life personality and imagines herself to be a much bigger celebrity than she actually is. Role requires a performer that can sing well, is energetic, and is a great comic actor. Will also double in the role of BABETTE. (Must be able to move well.)
FRANCIS (M, 20-40) Vocal Range is open – The hard working stage manager at La Cage who is very used to the chaotic herding of drag queens. Ends up having a liaison with Hanna. Will also double in other roles such a Reporter and a Waiter. (Must be able to move well and be willing to engage in same sex intimacy.)
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EXIT, PURSUED BY A BEAR
2019-04-26 20:00 - 2019-05-25 23:00
If the Coen Brothers created a mashup of Shakespearean revenge tale and outrageous comedy, it would be EXIT, PURSED BY A BEAR. Join Nan as she forces her abusive husband, Kyle, to watch her and her over-the-top cheerleading friend, Simon, reenact scenes from their horrible relationship as he’s tied to his La-Z-Boy. Will Nan be able to make Kyle see the painful truths of their marriage, or will she leave him to be mauled by a bear at the end to her performance piece? Come see the playwright of Silent Sky, Lauren Gunderson, as she explores the comedy, the pain, and the chance of being eaten, in this comic gem of a play.
CAST LIST:

Fiona Austin (NAN CARTER)
Michael Kaye (KYLE CARTER)
Deva Marie Gregory (SWEETHEART)
Lee Samuel Tanng (SIMON BEAUFORT)

PREVIEW VIDEO 1:

PERFORMANCE PHOTOS:

EXIT, PURSUED BY A BEAR (STUDIO, APRIL 27th -May 25th 2019)
PHOTO 1: Deva Marie Gregory (SWEETHEART), Michael Kaye (KYLE CARTER), Lee Samuel Tanng (SIMON BEAUFORT), Fiona Austin (NAN CARTER)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

EXIT, PURSUED BY A BEAR (STUDIO, APRIL 27th -May 25th 2019)
PHOTO 2: Deva Marie Gregory (SWEETHEART), Fiona Austin (NAN CARTER)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

EXIT, PURSUED BY A BEAR (STUDIO, APRIL 27th -May 25th 2019)
PHOTO 3: Michael Kaye (KYLE CARTER), Fiona Austin (NAN CARTER)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

EXIT, PURSUED BY A BEAR (STUDIO, APRIL 27th -May 25th 2019)
PHOTO 4: Lee Samuel Tanng (SIMON BEAUFORT), Fiona Austin (NAN CARTER)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

EXIT, PURSUED BY A BEAR (STUDIO, APRIL 27th -May 25th 2019)
PHOTO 5: Deva Marie Gregory (SWEETHEART), Lee Samuel Tanng (SIMON BEAUFORT)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

EXIT, PURSUED BY A BEAR (STUDIO, APRIL 27th -May 25th 2019)
PHOTO 6: Fiona Austin (NAN CARTER), Michael Kaye (KYLE CARTER)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

EXIT, PURSUED BY A BEAR (STUDIO, APRIL 27th -May 25th 2019)
PHOTO 7: Michael Kaye (KYLE CARTER), Fiona Austin (NAN CARTER)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

EXIT, PURSUED BY A BEAR (STUDIO, APRIL 27th -May 25th 2019)
PHOTO 8: Lee Samuel Tanng (SIMON BEAUFORT), Deva Marie Gregory (SWEETHEART)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

EXIT, PURSUED BY A BEAR (STUDIO, APRIL 27th -May 25th 2019)
PHOTO 9: Michael Kaye (KYLE CARTER), Deva Marie Gregory (SWEETHEART)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

EXIT, PURSUED BY A BEAR (STUDIO, APRIL 27th -May 25th 2019)
PHOTO 10: Michael Kaye (KYLE CARTER), Fiona Austin (NAN CARTER)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

EXIT, PURSUED BY A BEAR (STUDIO, APRIL 27th -May 25th 2019)
PHOTO 11: Fiona Austin (NAN CARTER), Michael Kaye (KYLE CARTER)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

EXIT, PURSUED BY A BEAR (STUDIO, APRIL 27th -May 25th 2019)
PHOTO 12: Lee Samuel Tanng (SIMON BEAUFORT), Fiona Austin (NAN CARTER), Deva Gregory (SWEETHEART)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

EXIT, PURSUED BY A BEAR (STUDIO, APRIL 27th -May 25th 2019)
PHOTO 13: BACK ROW: Lee Samuel Tanng (SIMON BEAUFORT), Deva Marie Gregory (SWEETHEART), Fiona Austin (NAN CARTER), FRONT ROW: Michael Kaye (KYLE CARTER)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

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AUDITIONS: THE HATMAKER'S WIFE
2019-04-15 07:00 - 2019-04-17 22:00
TITLE: THE HATMAKER’S WIFE
AUTHOR: Lauren Yee
DIRECTOR: Shinshin Yuder Tsai
RUN: June 8th – July 6th, 2019
Fridays & Saturdays 8pm, Sundays at 2pm. Special performances on Thursday and Sunday nights may be added for private parties and special events.
This is a community theater production. Non-Equity. There is no pay.
AUDITION DATES:
Open Call:
Dates: Monday, April 15th & Tuesday, April 16th, 2019
Times: 7pm – 9pm
Location: Long Beach Playhouse
Callbacks:
Date and Time: Wednesday, April 17th, 7pm – 10pm, by invitation only.
REHEARSALS:
First Read-Through: Saturday, April 20th, 12pm – 3pm
Regular Rehearsal: Starting April 22nd, Rehearsals Mondays – Thursdays 7pm– 10:30 pm, Saturdays 11 am – 4 pm.
Location: Long Beach Playhouse
CHECK HERE FOR THE BEGINNING REHEARSAL SCHEDULE

AUDITION REQUIREMENTS:
Bring headshot and resume. Sides for cold readings will be provided at the auditions. If you happen to bring your favorite clothing item (jacket, shirt, hat, etc.) to show off, that would be cool too.
SHORT SYNOPSIS:
A young couple moves into a house that is filled with memories of the previous tenants. Voice, the lady of the house, begins reading about the lives of Hetchman, his wife, and his hat while trying to make sense of her own.
CASTING THE FOLLOWING ROLES:
HETCHMAN (M, 45-70 – Must be able to play age range of 30-90) A man obsessed with his hat and has little time for anything else. Oblivious, a bit cantankerous, curmudgeonly, possibly loud. Once was a romantic, a creative. (English with Quasi Eastern European Accent…take that as you will)
HETCHMAN’s WIFE (F, 45-70 – Must be able to play age range of 30-90) A woman who is nothing but supportive, smart, and lovely. Deserves the world, but asks only for crumbs. As her name entails, she is indeed Hetchman’s unfortunate wife. (English with Quasi Eastern European Accent…take that as you will)
MECKEL (M, 45-70 – Must be able to play age range of 30-90) A best friend to Hetchman. Best because he is the only friend Hetchman has. Wonderful, kind, charming, like chocolate. (English with Quasi Eastern European Accent…take that as you will)
VOICE (F, 20-30) A young woman who questions her life. Strong, hard-working, either wise or smart, she doesn’t know yet. Means well, always, but isn’t capable of it, usually.
GABE (M, 20-30) A young man who doesn’t question his life. A problem-solver to a fault, which he will try to solve as well.
WALL (F, 40 – 70 – Ageless) A wall. She has seen the history of this house and ventures to tell the story. Patient, or maybe not. Didactic, but probably not. (English with Quasi Eastern European Accent…take that as you will)
GOLEM (M, 20 – 40 – Ageless) A golem, a la the Jewish golem of Prague. A particularly good finder even though he can’t speak. Does enjoy cheese puffs and is made of mud and crap. Physical comedy and emoting is a plus!
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SILENT SKY
2019-04-06 20:00 - 2019-05-04 23:00
In this true story of Henrietta Leavitt, an early 20th century astronomer hampered in her passions because she was born into an age where women didn’t pursue such things brings, her struggle for equality is brought to vivid life. Much like the women of Hidden Figures a few generations later, Leavitt is able to overcome the biases of her day as she joins a group of women “computers” charting the stars for a renowned male astronomer who claims credit for their work. Only much later did the truth come to light. Social progress, like scientific progress, can be hard to see until someone like Leavitt changes the way we understand both the heavens and Earth.
CAST LIST:

Loren Bowen (HENRIETTA LEAVITT)
Amber Hill (MARGARET LEAVITT)
Austin James (PETER SHAW)
Holland Renton (ANNIE CANNON)
Brenda Kenworthy (WILLIAMINA FLEMING)

SILENT SKY SHOW TRAILER:

PREVIEW VIDEO:

PREVIEW VIDEO 2:

PERFORMANCE GALLERY:

SILENT SKY (MAINSTAGE, April 6th – May 4th, 2019)
PHOTO 1: Amber Hill (MARGARET LEAVITT), Loren Bowen (HENRIETTA LEAVITT)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

SILENT SKY (MAINSTAGE, April 6th – May 4th, 2019)
PHOTO 2: Loren Bowen (HENRIETTA LEAVITT)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

SILENT SKY (MAINSTAGE, April 6th – May 4th, 2019)
PHOTO 3: Brenda Kenworthy (WILLIAMINA FLEMING), Loren Bowen (HENRIETTA LEAVITT), Holland Renton (ANNIE CANNON)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

SILENT SKY (MAINSTAGE, April 6th – May 4th, 2019)
PHOTO 4: Brenda Kenworthy (WILLIAMINA FLEMING), Loren Bowen (HENRIETTA LEAVITT), Holland Renton (ANNIE CANNON)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

SILENT SKY (MAINSTAGE, April 6th – May 4th, 2019)
PHOTO 5: Austin James (PETER SHAW), Holland Renton (ANNIE CANNON)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

SILENT SKY (MAINSTAGE, April 6th – May 4th, 2019)
PHOTO 6: Loren Bowen (HENRIETTA LEAVITT), Brenda Kenworthy (WILLIAMINA FLEMING)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

SILENT SKY (MAINSTAGE, April 6th – May 4th, 2019)
PHOTO 7: Austin James (PETER SHAW), Loren Bowen (HENRIETTA LEAVITT)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

SILENT SKY (MAINSTAGE, April 6th – May 4th, 2019)
PHOTO 8: Loren Bowen (HENRIETTA LEAVITT), Amber Hill (MARGARET LEAVITT)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

SILENT SKY (MAINSTAGE, April 6th – May 4th, 2019)
PHOTO 9: Austin James (PETER SHAW), Loren Bowen (HENRIETTA LEAVITT)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

SILENT SKY (MAINSTAGE, April 6th – May 4th, 2019)
PHOTO 10: Austin James (PETER SHAW), Holland Renton (ANNIE CANNON)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

SILENT SKY (MAINSTAGE, April 6th – May 4th, 2019)
PHOTO 11: Loren Bowen (HENRIETTA LEAVITT), Holland Renton (ANNIE CANNON)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

SILENT SKY (MAINSTAGE, April 6th – May 4th, 2019)
PHOTO 12: Brenda Kenworthy (WILLIAMINA FLEMING), Amber Hill (MARGARET LEAVITT), Loren Bowen (HENRIETTA LEAVITT), Austin James (PETER SHAW), Holland Renton (ANNIE CANNON)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

SILENT SKY (MAINSTAGE, April 6th – May 4th, 2019)
PHOTO 13: BACK ROW: Brenda Kenworthy (WILLIAMINA FLEMING), Austin James (PETER SHAW), FRONT ROW: Amber Hill (MARGARET LEAVITT), Holland Renton (ANNIE CANNON), Loren Bowen (HENRIETTA LEAVITT)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

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LBP NEW WORKS FESTIVAL 2019
2019-03-29 20:00 - 2019-03-30 23:00
The Studio Collaborative: LBP NEW WORKS FESTIVAL 2019
Company: LBP New Works Committee producing
Dates: March 29 & 30 @ 8pm, 2019.
Tickets: $10
Description:
The 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 to receive a staged reading with critical feedback from professional theatre critics and audience talk back.
THIS YEAR’S WINNING SHOWS:

SHRUTI GUPTA CAN TOTALLY DEAL by J. Stephen Brantley
THE DYING DECLARATION OF MADGE OBERHOLTZER by Raegan Payne

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SHOW DESCRIPTIONS:
SHRUTI GUPTA CAN TOTALLY DEAL (Reading on Friday, March 29, 2019)
WRITTEN BY: J. Stephen Brantley
DIRECTOR: Evan Battle
SHORT SYNOPSIS:
Shruti Gupta is a DACA recipient in her senior year of medical school. But when Irish actor Liam appears in Shruti’s patient communications simulation exam, a cross-cultural romance blossoms that finds them having to navigate cultural traditions and what it means to be ‘American’.
THE DYING DECLARATION OF MADGE OBERHOLTZER (Reading on Sat., March 30, 2019)
WRITTEN BY: Raegan Payne
DIRECTOR: Holland Renton
SHORT SYNOPSIS:
Taking place in Indiana between the years of 1915 – 1925, the play follows the story of Madge as she navigates the social, racial, and gender inequalities of the era.

AUDITIONS: August Wilson's SEVEN GUITARS
2019-03-25 19:00 - 2019-03-27 23:00
TITLE: SEVEN GUITARS
AUTHOR: August Wilson
DIRECTOR: Rovin Jay
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: Sonya Randall
RUN: May 18th – June 15th, 2019
Fridays & Saturdays 8pm, Sundays at 2pm. Special performances on Thursday and Sunday nights may be added for private parties and special events.
This is a community theater production. Non-Equity. There is no pay.
AUDITION DATES:
Open Call:
Dates: Monday, March 25th and Tuesday, March 26th, 2019
Times: 7pm – 9pm
Location: Long Beach Playhouse
Callbacks:
Date and Time: Wednesday, March 27th, 7pm – 10pm, by invitation only.
REHEARSALS:
First Read-Through: Saturday March 30th, Noon – 3pm
Regular Rehearsal: Starts Monday, April 1st, Monday through Thursday nights, 7pm – 10pm. Sunday Evening Rehearsals, 5pm – 9pm.
Location: Long Beach Playhouse
LINK TO THE BEGINNING REHEARSAL SCHEDULE

AUDITION REQUIREMENTS:
Bring headshot and resume. Sides will be provided at the audition for cold readings.
SHORT SYNOPSIS:
From the master playwright of Fences, August Wilson, comes this story in his decade-by-decade exploration of the black experience in America. In a Pittsburgh tenement in 1948, friends gather to mourn the sudden death of a blues guitarist who has died on the verge of his musical success. Flashing back to the busy week preceding Floyd “Schoolboy” Barton’s demise, we learn the reasons for his tragic fall. Mixing the genres of dark elegy, bawdy comedy, and mystery, Schoolboy’s story has a depth and richness that will touch the souls of all Americans who have fallen just short of their dreams.
CASTING THE FOLLOWING ROLES:
LOUSIE (F, 40+, African American) The no-nonsense matriarch of the ensemble; she has her nose in everyone’s business, and though sometimes misguided, her advice, actions and intentions are mostly for good. A realist who knows what it is to be used up and left, yet somehow still glows with a few embers of life’s possibilities; she is fiercely devoted to Vera.
CANEWELL (M, 35+, African American) A harmonica player. Floyd’s best friend yet still feeling the sting of Floyd’s betrayal. He is edgy, cautious and has a big heart. He is fiercely devoted to Vera. (Ability to play harmonica a plus.)
RED CARTER (M, 35+, African American) Floyd’s friend and drummer. A simple, steady man who indulges superstitions. Currently in the middle of seven years of bad luck because of a mirror he broke. He hails from Alabama and truly enjoys a good time.
VERA (F, 30-40, African American) A true woman in temperament. Necessary independence, body and soul. She is still in love with Floyd while gratefully indulging the love of Canewell. She is fiercely protective of her own heart ever being broken by Floyd again.
HEDLEY (M, 60+, African American) A Hill District entrepreneur where he sells this and that, including sandwiches from chickens which he raises and butchers himself. He has Haitian roots, and increasingly suffers from the ravages of tuberculosis fever, which drives his vision of a past and future glory for the black man, including the realization of his dream to have a son to carry on his legacy.
FLOYD BARTON (M, 30+, African American) a blues singer and guitarist with big aspirations. He has deep flaws, yet benefits from a personal epiphany as a result of his recent stay in prison. He is a deeply talented musician, passionate, hopeful and as in love with Vera as much as he is in love with his own ambition. (Ability to play blues guitar a plus.)
RUBY (F, 20 – 29, African American) Louise’s niece. Young and fiercely independent. Fatally attractive and in search of solutions for her already deeply troubled young life.
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RULE MY WORLD
2019-03-08 20:00 - 2019-03-10 17:00
The Studio Collaborative: RULE MY WORLD
Company: Karole Foreman & Joey Molina, Producers
Dates: March 8, 9, @ 8pm, March 10 @ 2pm, 2019.
Tickets: $25
Description:
RULE MY WORLD is a modern retelling of William Shakespeare’s Antony and Cleopatra. Set in a dystopian future, it incorporates diverse musical genres such as spoken word, pop, R&B, Latin, Techno, and Hip-Hop. The show was adapted by local award-winning actor and writer, Karole Foreman and Emmy Award winning composer, Allan Phillips.
Company Statement:
Karole Foreman is interested in making art that makes a difference in people’s lives, in collaborating with other artists to create pieces that dissolve our illusion of separation from one other and, in general, using our artistic super powers for good.
The LBP Studio Collaborative Season offers outside, local theatre companies and performing arts organizations the opportunity to produce their own shows in our Studio Theater.

AUDITIONS: PURSUED BY A BEAR
2019-03-04 19:00 - 2019-03-06 22:00
AUDITION NOTICE
TITLE: EXIT, PURSUED BY A BEAR
AUTHOR: Lauren Gunderson
DIRECTOR: James Rice
RUN: April 27, 2019 – May 25, 2019
Fridays & Saturdays 8pm, Sundays at 2pm. Special performances on Thursday and Sunday nights may be added for private parties and special events.
This is a community theater production. Non-Equity. There is no pay.
AUDITION DATES:
Open Call:
Dates: Monday, March 4 & Tuesday, March 5, 2019
Times: 7pm – 9pm
Location: Long Beach Playhouse
Callbacks:
Date and Time: Wednesday, March 6, 2019, 7pm – 10pm, by invitation only.
REHEARSALS:
First Read-Through: March 9, 2019 Noon – 3 p.m.
Regular Rehearsal: Starting March 11, 2019, Mondays – Thursdays, 7:30pm – 10:30pm, Saturdays, 10am – 3pm.
Location: Long Beach Playhouse
LINK TO BEGINNING REHEARSAL SCHEDULE

AUDITION REQUIREMENTS:
Bring headshot and resume. Sides for cold readings will be provided at the auditions.
You can read the play for free at the Playscripts, Inc.’s website: https://www.playscripts.com/play/2416#
SHORT SYNOPSIS:
Nan has decided to teach her abusive husband Kyle a lesson. With the help of her friend Simon (acting as her emotional — and actual — cheerleader) and a stripper named Sweetheart, she tapes Kyle to a chair and forces him to watch as they reenact scenes from their painful past. In the piece de resistance, they plan to cover the room in meat and honey so Kyle will be mauled by a bear. Through this night of emotional trials and ridiculous theatrics, Nan and Kyle are both freed from their past in this smart, dark revenge comedy.
CASTING THE FOLLOWING ROLES:
All characters sing with a Georgia dialect. All ethnicities welcome.
NAN CARTER (F, 27-35) Pretty and quick. Determined to end the abuse in her life. (Character has a Georgia dialect and must be able to sing Karaoke to Jefferson Starship “ Nothing Gonna Stop Us Now.”)
KYLE CARTER (M, 27 – 37) Big, messy. Not the sharpest tool in the shed. (Character has a Georgia dialect.)
SWEETHEART/PEACHES/SUPERKYLE (F, 20 -25) Plays all three parts. Functions as Kyle in re-enactments but hotter. (Character has a Georgia dialect and must be able to sing Karaoke to Jefferson Starship “ Nothing Gonna Stop Us Now.”)
SIMON BEAUFORT (M, 20s) Gay, pretty, strong, and bitchy. Cat-like in movement. Wears girl’s red cheerleading outfit for a time. (Character has a Georgia dialect and must be able to sing Karaoke to Jefferson Starship “ Nothing Gonna Stop Us Now.”)

HELD2GETHER: SKETCHES ELEVEN
2019-02-28 20:00 - 2019-03-02 23:00
The Studio Collaborative: HELD2GETHER: SKETCHES ELEVEN
Company: Held2gether
Dates: Feb. 28, March 1, 2, @ 8pm, 2019.
Tickets: $15 Regular
$10 Preview
Description:
Eleven dangerously original comedy sketches, fit to rob the laughter from your person.
Company Statement:
Held2gether, Improv for Life was created to bring out each individual’s greatest potential through the power of improvisation. We believe the benefits of improv strengthen every part of our lives.
To learn more about them, visit their WEBSITE or FACEBOOK PAGE.
The LBP Studio Collaborative Season offers outside, local theatre companies and performing arts organizations the opportunity to produce their own shows in our Studio Theater.

AUDITIONS: LBP NEW WORKS FESTIVAL 2019
2019-02-27 19:00 - 21:00
THE LBP 2019 NEW WORKS FESTIVAL
TITLES: Plays: SHRUTI GUPTA CAN TOTALLY DEAL &
THE DYING DECLARATION OF MADGE OBEHOLTZER
AUTHORS: J. Stephen Brantley (Shruti Gupta Can Totally Deal)
& Raegan Payne (The Dying Declaration of Madge Obeholtzer)
DIRECTOR: Evan Battle (Shruti Gupta Can Totally Deal),
Holland Renton (The Dying Declaration of Madge Oberholtzer)
RUN: Friday, March 29, 2019 (Shruti Gupta Can Totally Deal),
& Saturday, March 30, 2019 (The Dying Declaration of Madge Ober holtzer)
This is a community theater production. Non-Equity. There is no pay.
AUDITION DATES:
Open Call:
Dates: Wednesday, Feb. 27 (One night only for both plays.)
Times: 7pm – 9pm
Location: Long Beach Playhouse
REHEARSALS:
There will be 3-4 rehearsals before the stage reading arranged between the directors and the actors cast.
AUDITION REQUIREMENTS:
Bring headshot and resume. Sides for cold readings will be provided at the auditions.
NEW WORKS FESTIVAL INFORMATION:
This 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 to receive a stage reading with critical feedback from professional theatre critics and audience talk back.
As 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.
THE SHOW: SHRUTI GUPTA CAN TOTALLY DEAL
by J. Stephen Brantley
DIRECTOR: Evan Battle
SHORT SYNOPSIS:
Shruti Gupta is a DACA recipient in her senior year of medical school.
But when Irish actor Liam appears in Shruti’s patient communications simulation exam, a cross-cultural romance blossoms that finds them having to navigate cultural traditions and what it means to be ‘American’.
CASTING THE FOLLOWING ROLES:
SHRUTI: (F, 18+) A med student and DACA recipient, living very efficiently in Jackson Heights, Queens.
RAJ: (M, 18+) Her brother, gay, the prince of the family.
KEVIN: (M, 18+) Latino, an attorney and Raj’s fiancé.
BABA: (M, 40+) Shruti’s father, owner of a jewelry story, a gentle joker.
DEEPSIKHA: (F, 40+) Shruti’s somewhat stern mother, elegant and cool.
PATRICE: (F/M/NC, 18+) Shruti’s best friend and fellow medical student.
STEVE: (M, 18+) Shruti’s classmate who fancies himself a player.
LIAM: (M, 18+) Charming Irish actor and musician Shruti falls in love with.
CINNAMON: (F, 18+) Musical theatre actor and Liam’s ex-girlfriend.
THUGS 1&2: (M, 18+) Anti-immigrant thugs.
PROFESSORS A&B: (M/F, 18+) Instructors at Shruti’s school.
CONDUCTOR: (M/F, 18+) Racist train conductor.
MAN: (M, 18+) ICE Officer
Shruti Gupta Can Totally Deal is written to be performed by nine actors, with three taking on multiple roles:
STEVE/THUG 1/MAN
PROFESSOR A/KEVIN/THUG 2
PROFESSOR B/CONDUCTOR/CINNAMON

THE SHOW: THE DYING DECLARATION OF MADGE OBERHOLTZER
by Raegan Payne
DIRECTOR: Holland Renton
SHORT SYNOPSIS:
Taking place in Indiana between the years of 1915 – 1925, the play follows the story of Madge as she navigates the social, racial, and gender inequalities of the era.
CASTING THE FOLLOWING ROLES:
DECLARATION – (F, any age/type) . A survivor telling her story.
MADGE OBERHOLTZER(F, late 20s). Works in the Indian Government’s literacy program. A fiercely independent woman.
ERMINA MORE – (F, 30s). Madge’s best friend. Loyal and independent.
D.C. STEPHESON (M, 30s). Grand Dragon of the KKK in Indiana. Noted liar, millionaire, ambitious and charming.
MATILDA OBERHOLTZER (F, 50 – 60). Member of the Women’s Temperance League. The concerned mother of Madge.
GEORGE OBERHOLTZR (M, 60s). Postal worker and Madge’s father. A bit ahead of his time.
ASA SMITH (M, early 30s). Lawyer. Fought Germans outside of Paris where his eyes where his eyes were damaged by mustard gas. Noted KKK enemy.
MRS. JOHNSON (F, 50 – 60). A busy body. Neighbor and friend of Matilda.
LILLIAN REED (F, 20s – 40s). Hotel Maid and reluctant witness. (Actor will also act as the “narrator,” reading the necessary stage directions.)
SWING (M, 30s – 40s). This actor will portray 5 characters:
Dr. Kingsbury, the family doctor; Governor Jackson, the KKK backed Governor of Indiana; Earl Klink, former deputy sheriff and D.C.’s body guard Minister, KKK recruiter, Shorty, D.C.’s henchman.
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Ken Ludwig's LEND ME A TENOR
2019-02-23 20:00 - 2019-03-23 23:00
In one of the best modern American farces to hit the stage, a madcap mix of mistaken identity, drugged-enduced confusion, lustful shenanigans, and operatic impersonation will leave audiences gasping for their next breath! In 1934 Ohio, the world famous tenor known as Il Stupendo, has fallen to a double dose of tranquilizers. The fate of the Cleveland Grand Opera hangs in the balance. Can the company’s young go-fer succeed in impersonating the famed opera legend? And what in the world happens when the presumed deceased star wakes up and realizes the show must go on? Brilliance and stupidity have never blended so seamlessly!
CAST LIST:

Brendan Kane (MAX)
Bridget Rago (MAGGIE)
Karl Schott (SAUNDERS)
Zachary Salas (TITO MERELLI)
Liz Alvarado (MARIA)
Russell Malang (BELLHOP)
Phie Mura (DIANA)
Melinda Parker (JULIA)

PREVIEW VIDEO:

PERFORMANCE GALLERY:

LEND ME A TENOR (MAINSTAGE, FEB. 23rd – MAR. 23rd, 2019)
PHOTO 1: Karl Schott (HENRY SAUNDERS), Brendan Kane (MAX)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

LEND ME A TENOR (MAINSTAGE, FEB. 23rd – MAR. 23rd, 2019)
PHOTO 2: Karl Schott (HENRY SAUNDERS), Bridget Rago (MAGGIE SAUNDERS)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

LEND ME A TENOR (MAINSTAGE, FEB. 23rd – MAR. 23rd, 2019)
PHOTO 3: Liz Alvarado (MARIA MERELLI), Brendan Kane (MAX), Zachary Salas (TITO MERELLI)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

LEND ME A TENOR (MAINSTAGE, FEB. 23rd – MAR. 23rd, 2019)
PHOTO 4: Russell Malang (BELLHOP)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

LEND ME A TENOR (MAINSTAGE, FEB. 23rd – MAR. 23rd, 2019)
PHOTO 5: Liz Alvarado (MARIA MERELLI), Zachary Salas (TITO MERELLI)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

LEND ME A TENOR (MAINSTAGE, FEB. 23rd – MAR. 23rd, 2019)
PHOTO 6: Brendan Kane (MAX), Zachary Salas (TITO MERELLI)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

LEND ME A TENOR (MAINSTAGE, FEB. 23rd – MAR. 23rd, 2019)
PHOTO 7: Brendan Kane (MAX), Phie Mura (DIANA)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

LEND ME A TENOR (MAINSTAGE, FEB. 23rd – MAR. 23rd, 2019)
PHOTO 8: Zachary Salas (TITO MERELLI), Brendan Kane (MAX)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

LEND ME A TENOR (MAINSTAGE, FEB. 23rd – MAR. 23rd, 2019)
PHOTO 9: Karl Schott (HENRY SAUNDERS), Melinda Parker (JULIA)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

LEND ME A TENOR (MAINSTAGE, FEB. 23rd – MAR. 23rd, 2019)
PHOTO 10 : Brendan Kane (MAX), Karl Schott (HENRY SAUNDERS)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

LEND ME A TENOR (MAINSTAGE, FEB. 23rd – MAR. 23rd, 2019)
PHOTO 11: Melinda Parker (JULIA), Bridget Rago (MAGGIE SAUNDERS)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

LEND ME A TENOR (MAINSTAGE, FEB. 23rd – MAR. 23rd, 2019)
PHOTO 12: Phie Mura (DIANA)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

LEND ME A TENOR (MAINSTAGE, FEB. 23rd – MAR. 23rd, 2019)
PHOTO 13: Bridget Rago (MAGGIE SAUNDERS), Brendan Kane (MAX)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

LEND ME A TENOR (MAINSTAGE, FEB. 23rd – MAR. 23rd, 2019)
PHOTO 14: BACK ROW: Melinda Parker (JULIA), Liz Alvarado (MARIA MERELLI), Phie Mura (DIANA), Karl Schott (HENRY SAUNDERS), Russell Malang (BELLHOP)
FRONT ROW: Zachary Salas (TITO MERELLI), Brendan Kane (MAX), Bridget Rago (MAGGIE SAUNDERS)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

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MGM IN CONCERT
2019-02-22 20:00 - 2019-02-24 17:00
The Studio Collaborative: MGM IN CONCERT
Company: P3 Theatre Company
Dates: Feb 22, 23 @ 8pm, Feb. 24, @ 2pm, 2018.
Tickets: $25
Description:
MGM in Concert is a musical tribute to the wonderful musicals produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. Other studios were producing musicals, but none could compare to MGM. New songs and standards from legendary original musicals: Singing in the Rain-American in Paris-Gigi. Wonderful Broadway shows were brought intact to the screen: Annie Get Your Gun-Showboat-Kiss Me Kate and many, many more. It was said MGM had more stars working for them than you could find in the heavens!
Company Statement:
Passionate: Provide an enriching and educational experience for all.
Progressive: Foster groundbreaking new and existing works for the entire community, without bias.
Pragmatic: Present theatrical works that will inspire, enlighten, and contribute to a harmonious and inclusive community.
To learn more about them, visit P3 Theatre WEBSITE or FACEBOOK PAGE or the MGM IN CONCERT FACEBOOK EVENT PAGE.
The LBP Studio Collaborative Season offers outside, local theatre companies and performing arts organizations the opportunity to produce their own shows in our Studio Theater.

STAFF AND FRIENDS CABARET: 90TH BIRTHDAY KICK-OFF FUNDRAISER
2019-02-16 20:00 - 23:00
The Studio Collaborative: STAFF AND FRIENDS CABARET: 90TH BIRTHDAY KICK-OFF FUNDRAISER
Company: LBP, Madison Mooney producing.
Dates: Feb 16 @ 8pm, 2019
Tickets: $20 Regular
$35 VIP
Description:
The Staff, Volunteers, and Friends are coming together again to raise some money for LBP while having fun onstage! Come see songs, scenes, dances, and maybe even a bagpipe! Making this year’s event even more special, is the celebration of our 90th Birthday! Come for the performances, stay for the Birthday Cake!

AUDITIONS: SILENT SKY
2019-02-11 19:00 - 2019-02-13 22:00
TITLE: SILENT SKY
AUTHOR: Laura Gunderson
DIRECTOR: Phyllis B. Gitlin
RUN: April 6 – May 4, 2019
Fridays & Saturdays 8pm, Sundays at 2pm. Special performances on Thursday and Sunday nights may be added for private parties and special events.
This is a community theater production. Non-Equity. There is no pay.
AUDITION DATES:
Open Call:
Dates: Monday, Feb. 11 and Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2019
Times: 7pm – 9pm
Location: Long Beach Playhouse
Callbacks:
Date and Time: Wednesday, Feb 13, 2019, 7pm – 10pm, by invitation only.
REHEARSALS:
First Read-Through: Feb. 16, 2019, Noon – 3pm
Regular Rehearsal: Starting Feb. 18, 2019, Mondays – Thursdays 7pm – 10pm, with possible Saturday morning rehearsals from 9am – noon based on cast availability.
Location: Long Beach Playhouse
LINK TO BEGINNING REHEARSAL SCHEDULE

AUDITION REQUIREMENTS:
Bring headshot and resume. A one-minute contemporary monologue is suggested. Also be prepared to cold read from the script – sides will be provided at the auditions. It is helpful if the character of Margaret can sing and play the piano. Sheet music of “For the Beauty of the Earth” is available online and youtube. The sheet music will also be available at the audition.
SHORT SYNOPSIS:
In this true story of Henrietta Leavitt, an early 20th century astronomer hampered in her passions because she was born into an age where women didn’t pursue such things, the struggle for equality is brought to vivid life. The play blends humor and romance in a riveting exploration of her life and how she fearlessly asserted herself in the male-driven, turn of the century world of science and academia.
CASTING THE FOLLOWING ROLES:
All Ethnicities are encouraged to attend.
Below are character descriptions with approximate starting ages for the start of the play. We are in need of actors who can realistically portray these characters over the course of the 20-year span of the play.
HENRIETTA LEAVITT (F, 30-39): Brilliant, determined, a dreamer, hard of hearing (wears a period hearing aid), has never much cared for the “status quo.”
MARGARET LEAVITT (F, 25 – 35): A homebody, genuine, sweet-natured, realist. (Ability to sing and play the piano a plus.)
PETER SHAW (M, 30 – 39): The head astronomer’s apprentice, reserved, his views have never really been challenged prior to the events of the play. He is in love with Henrietta, as she is with he.
ANNIE CANNON (F, 40 – 49): A leader, tough, sure, grows into a firebrand for the suffrage movement.
WILLIAMINA FLEMING (F, 45 – 59): Scottish, intelligent, witty, warm and outgoing, the first of her kind, smart as a whip and fun. (Role requires a Scottish Accent.)
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BRAVO COMPANY’S IMPROV FOR WARRIORS TOUR
2019-02-09 20:00 - 23:00
The Studio Collaborative: BRAVO COMPANY’S IMPROV FOR WARRIORS TOUR
Company: Bravo Campany
Dates: Feb. 9 @ 8pm, 2019
Tickets: $15
Description:
Show your support for the men and women of United States armed forces by joining Bravo Company for an evening of improv comedy. All proceeds will be donated to the Wounded Warrior Project.
Company Statement:
Bravo Company was founded in 2014 to celebrate the arts and our country.
Check out their Facebook page HERE.
The LBP Studio Collaborative Season offers outside, local theatre companies and performing arts organizations the opportunity to produce their own shows in our Studio Theater.

FISTFUL OF IMPROV: A COMEDY IMPROV SHOW
2019-01-26 20:00 - 23:00
The Studio Collaborative: FISTFUL OF IMPROV: A COMEDY IMPROV SHOW
Company: Fistful of Improv
Dates: Jan. 26 @ 8pm, 2019
Tickets: $7
Description:
Born and bred on the streets of Long Beach, A Fistful Of Improv, have been regularly performing together for 7 years. Using the parameters of the show “Who’s Line is it anyway?”, Fistful uses short form improv comedy to create a show based entirely on audience suggestions and participation.
Company Statement:
Just trying to change the world, one laugh at a time…
To learn more about them, visit their FACEBOOK PAGE.
The LBP Studio Collaborative Season offers outside, local theatre companies and performing arts organizations the opportunity to produce their own shows in our Studio Theater.

LOOKING UPON VENUS/ BLACK PHOENIX
2019-01-18 20:00 - 2019-01-19 23:00
The Studio Collaborative: LOOKING UPON VENUS/BLACK PHOENIX
Company: The CRayProject
Dates: Jan. 18 & 19 @ 8pm, 2019
Tickets: $15
Description:
“Looking Upon Venus/Black Phoenix” is an evening length production; exploring the beauty, soul and essences of the black WOMAN and “BLACK MALE EXCELLENCE”. A great representation of beauty, strength and resilience while unfolding all of the societal notions place upon this particular group of people.
Company Statement:
CRay Project is a Black empowerment movement that allows artist to have a platform to be themselves. We tackle controversial topics and topics that need awareness. CRay Project has many umbrellas; we have expertise in dance, music, film and more. We believe in giving our community both RAW and educational art. But most importantly working together to build our community as Black people through different art forms.
To learn more about them, visit their FACEBOOK PAGE.
The LBP Studio Collaborative Season offers outside, local theatre companies and performing arts organizations the opportunity to produce their own shows in our Studio Theater.

Agatha Christie's SPIDER'S WEB
2019-01-12 20:00 - 2019-02-09 23:00
Come be part of the joke as the Queen of Mystery, Agatha Christie, pokes fun at the genre that made her famous. Mixing equal parts of tension and laughter, enjoy as Clarissa, diplomatic spouse, finds her normally entertaining and unflappable self smack dab in the middle of a drawing room murder. Desperate to dispose of the body, she enlists the help of her guests. Hilarity ensues when they are interrupted by the arrival of wry detective, Inspector Lord. In this conscious parody of the detective thriller, Christie delivers a unique blend of suspense and humor.
CAST LIST:

Hayley Jackson (CLARISSA HAILSHAM-BROWN)
Tod Walker (SIR ROWLAND DELAHAYE)
John Russell (HUGO BIRCH)
Cameron Gray (JEREMY WARRENDER)
Jasmine Sorensen (PIPPA HAILSHAM-BROWN)
Lisa J. Salas (MILDRED PEAKE)
Jim Perham (ELGIN)
Billie Joe Fox (OLIVER COSTELLO)
Lee Samuel Tanng (HENRY HAILSHAM-BROWN)
Gary Douglas (INSPECTOR LORD)
Sabrina Sonner (CONSTABLE JONES)

SHOW TRAILER:

PERFORMANCE PHOTO GALLERY:

Agatha Christie’s SPIDER’S WEB (MAINSTAGE, JAN. 12th – FEB. 9th, 2019)
PHOTO 1: John Russell (HUGO BIRCH), Tod Walker (SIR ROWLAND DELAHAYE)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

Agatha Christie’s SPIDER’S WEB (MAINSTAGE, JAN. 12th – FEB. 9th, 2019)
PHOTO 2: Cameron Gray (JEREMY WARRENDER), Hayley Jackson (CLARISSA HAILSHAM-BROWN)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

Agatha Christie’s SPIDER’S WEB (MAINSTAGE, JAN. 12th – FEB. 9th, 2019)
PHOTO 3: Hayley Jackson (CLARISSA HAILSHAM-BROWN), Lisa J. Salas (MILDRED PEAKE), Tod Walker (SIR ROWLAND DELAHAYE)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

Agatha Christie’s SPIDER’S WEB (MAINSTAGE, JAN. 12th – FEB. 9th, 2019)
PHOTO 4: Jim Perham (ELGIN), Hayley Jackson (CLARISSA HAILSHAM-BROWN)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

Agatha Christie’s SPIDER’S WEB (MAINSTAGE, JAN. 12th – FEB. 9th, 2019)
PHOTO 5: Jasmine Sorensen (PIPPA HAILSHAM-BROWN), Hayley Jackson (CLARISSA HAILSHAM-BROWN), Billie Joe Fox (OLIVER COSTELLO)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

Agatha Christie’s SPIDER’S WEB (MAINSTAGE, JAN. 12th – FEB. 9th, 2019)
PHOTO 6: Lee Samuel Tanng (HENRY HAILSHAM-BROWN), Hayley Jackson (CLARISSA HAILSHAM-BROWN)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

Agatha Christie’s SPIDER’S WEB (MAINSTAGE, JAN. 12th – FEB. 9th, 2019)
PHOTO 7: Cameron Gray (JEREMY WARRENDER), Tod Walker (SIR ROWLAND DELAHAYE), Hayley Jackson (CLARISSA HAILSHAM-BROWN)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

Agatha Christie’s SPIDER’S WEB (MAINSTAGE, JAN. 12th – FEB. 9th, 2019)
PHOTO 8: Hayley Jackson (CLARISSA HAILSHAM-BROWN), Tod Walker (SIR ROWLAND DELAHAYE), Gary Douglas (INSPECTOR LORD), Sabrina Sonner (CONSTABLE JONES), Cameron Gray (JEREMY WARRENDER), John Russell (HUGO BIRCH)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

Agatha Christie’s SPIDER’S WEB (MAINSTAGE, JAN. 12th – FEB. 9th, 2019)
PHOTO 9: Sabrina Sonner (CONSTABLE JONES), Gary Douglas (INSPECTOR LORD)(Michael Hardy Photography)

Agatha Christie’s SPIDER’S WEB (MAINSTAGE, JAN. 12th – FEB. 9th, 2019)
PHOTO 10: Hayley Jackson (CLARISSA HAILSHAM-BROWN), Gary Douglas (INSPECTOR LORD)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

Agatha Christie’s SPIDER’S WEB (MAINSTAGE, JAN. 12th – FEB. 9th, 2019)
PHOTO 11: Tod Walker (SIR ROWLAND DELAHAYE), Hayley Jackson (CLARISSA HAILSHAM-BROWN)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

Agatha Christie’s SPIDER’S WEB (MAINSTAGE, JAN. 12th – FEB. 9th, 2019)
PHOTO 12: Hayley Jackson (CLARISSA HAILSHAM-BROWN), Cameron Gray (JEREMY WARRENDER), Lisa J. Salas (MILDRED PEAKE),Tod Walker (SIR ROWLAND DELAHAYE), John Russell (HUGO BIRCH)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

Agatha Christie’s SPIDER’S WEB (MAINSTAGE, JAN. 12th – FEB. 9th, 2019)
PHOTO 13: Hayley Jackson (CLARISSA HAILSHAM-BROWN), Lee Samuel Tanng (HENRY HAILSHAM-BROWN)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

Agatha Christie’s SPIDER’S WEB (MAINSTAGE, JAN. 12th – FEB. 9th, 2019)
PHOTO 14: BACK ROW: Billie Joe Fox (OLIVER COSTELLO), Gary Douglas (INSPECTOR LORD), John Russell (HUGO BIRCH), J. Salas (MILDRED PEAKE), Cameron Gray (JEREMY WARRENDER), Sabrina Sonner (CONSTABLE JONES), Lee Samuel Tanng (HENRY HAILSHAM-BROWN), Lisa Jim Perham (ELGIN), FRONT ROW: Tod Walker (SIR ROWLAND DELAHAYE), Hayley Jackson (CLARISSA HAILSHAM-BROWN), Jasmine Sorensen (PIPPA HAILSHAM-BROWN)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

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HEROES OF THE WEST
2019-01-11 20:00 - 2019-01-13 17:00
The Studio Collaborative: HEROES OF THE WEST
Company: Up & Coming Actors
Dates: Jan. 11 & 12 @ 8pm, Jan. 13 @ 2pm, 2019
Tickets: $15
Description:
HEROES OF THE WEST is a campy, feminist comedy that revolves around protagonists Betsy and Daisy. The two young women become apprentices to the town hero Hank, who they soon realize is a narcissistic, attention seeker. Under these conditions, the trio must find a way to take down evildoer Toothnose.
Company Statement:
Up & Coming Actors (501C3) provides resources for under-represented artists to become prepared professionals in the creative world.
The LBP Studio Collaborative Season offers outside, local theatre companies and performing arts organizations the opportunity to produce their own shows in our Studio Theater.

AUDITIONS: Ken Ludwig's LEND ME A TENOR
2019-01-01 19:00 - 2019-01-03 22:00
TITLE: Ken Ludwig’s LEAD ME A TENOR
AUTHOR: Ken Ludwig
DIRECTOR: Gregory Cohen
RUN: February 23, 2019 – March 23, 2019
Fridays & Saturdays 8pm, Sundays at 2pm. Special performances on Thursday and Sunday nights may be added for private parties and special events.
This is a community theater production. Non-Equity. There is no pay.
AUDITION DATES:
Open Call:
Dates: Tues. Jan. 1st & Wed. 2nd, 2019
Times: 7pm – 9pm
Location: Long Beach Playhouse
Callbacks:
Date and Time: Thurs. Jan. 3rd, 2019, 7pm – 10pm, by invitation only.
REHEARSALS:
First Read-Through: Sat. Jan. 5th, 2019 – Noon – 3pm
Regular Rehearsals: Staring Mon. Jan. 5th, Mondays-Thursdays,7:00-10:00pm; Possible occasional Saturday mornings, 9:00am-1:00pm
Location: Long Beach Playhouse
Beginning Rehearsal Schedule Calendar

AUDITION REQUIREMENTS:
Bring headshot and resume. Actors auditioning for Max, Tito, and Bellhop should also bring a song that shows off the ability to ACT LIKE AN OPERATIC TENOR. An accompanist will be provided. You do not need to be an actual operatically-trained singer, but you should be able to carry a tune and sustain notes.
SHORT SYNOPSIS:
In 1934 Ohio, the world famous tenor known as Il Stupendo has fallen to a double dose of tranquilizers. The fate of the Cleveland Grand Opera hangs in the balance. Can the company’s young go-fer succeed in impersonating the famed opera legend? And what in the world happens when the presumed deceased star wakes up and realizes the show must go on? A brilliantly stupid American farce!
CASTING THE FOLLOWING ROLES:
NOTE: All Ethnicities are encouraged to audition for any role!
MAX (M – 20s-30s) A socially awkward but highly talented operatic tenor who must find his self-confidence in order to move from company go-fer to renowned star. Must be able to pull off an operatic aria (does not need to be a trained vocalist) and be comfortable with physical comedy (including comedic love scenes).
MAGGIE (F – 20s-30s) An innocent, beautiful ingenue, in love with the idea of love. Max’s presumed girlfriend and the rebellious daughter of the head of the opera company. Must be comfortable with appearing in underwear (1930s underwear) and having a torrid (comedic) love scene with fellow actors.
SAUNDERS (M – 40s-60s) The head of the opera company, Maggie’s father and Max’s boss. Explosive personality and comfortable with physical comedy.
TITO (M – 30s-50s) The greatest tenor in the world. Must have somewhat believable Italian accent, be able to pull off an operatic aria (does not need to be a trained vocalist), and be comfortable with physical comedy (including comedic love scenes).
MARIA (F – 30s-50s) A Sophia Loren type. Tito’s voluptuous, and very jealous, wife. Goes to murderous rage to lustful passion in the blink of an eye. Must have a somewhat believable Italian accent.
BELLHOP (M or F – 18-85) The hotel bellhop, rabid fan, and operatic hopeful. Must be very comfortable with physical comedy and totally ridiculous behavior.
DIANA (F – 30s-40s) Sexy small town opera diva who has no problem sleeping her way to the middle. Must be comfortable wearing skimpy nighty and participating in comedic passionate love scenes.
JULIA (F – 40s-70s) The wealthy Chairwoman of the Opera Guild. Thinks she is far younger and MUCH more physically desirable than anyone else does.

A CHRISTMAS CAROL (2018)
2018-12-08 20:00 - 2018-12-23 17:00
The perennial favorite returns for its seventh incarnation at the Long Beach Playhouse. In this quick-paced, highly theatrical re-telling of Charles Dickens’ classic tale, the ghosts of Christmases Past, Present, and Future show Ebenezer Scrooge the poverty of his material wealth 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 production will be the Christmas party needed to set you and your loved ones on the path to holiday cheer!
CAST LIST:

Rick Reischman (THOMAS/SCROOGE)
Mary Sherg (MARGARET, BOB CRATCHIT, MRS. FEZZIWIG, JANET, MRS. OLIVER)
Michael Martinez (EDWARD, FRED HOLLOWELL, MR. FEZZIWIG, GHOST OF CHRISTMAS PRESENT)
Baiinga Lontho (HORACE/JACOB MARLEY)
Melissa Musial (POETTE, MRS. HOWELL, GHOST OF CHRISTMAS PAST, BELLE)
Michael Panah (HENRY/TINY TIM)
Jack Murphy (COLLINS, PETER CRATCHIT, MASON, OLD JOE)
Sarah Estabrook (CATHERINE, FAN, BELINA CRATCHIT, CAROLINE)
Mitchell Nunn (TOWNCRIER, CHARLES

PREVIEW VIDEO:

PERFORMANCE PHOTO GALLERY:

A CHRISTMAS CAROL (2018) (MAINSTAGE, Dec. 8th – Dec. 23rd, 2018)
PHOTO 1: Jack Murphy (COLLINS), Michael Panah (HENRY), Rick Reischman (THOMAS/SCROOGE), Mary Sherg (MARGARET), Michael Martinez (EDWARD), Baiinga Lontho (HORACE), Melissa Musial (POETTE)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

A CHRISTMAS CAROL (2018) (MAINSTAGE, Dec. 8th – Dec. 23rd, 2018)
PHOTO 2: Rick Reischman (THOMAS/SCROOGE), Melissa Musial (POETTE/MRS. HOWELL), Michael Panah (HENRY/ SCROOGE’S FIRE)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

A CHRISTMAS CAROL (2018) (MAINSTAGE, Dec. 8th – Dec. 23rd, 2018)
PHOTO 3: Jack Murphy (COLLINS/MASON), Rick Reischman (THOMAS/SCROOGE)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

A CHRISTMAS CAROL (2018) (MAINSTAGE, Dec. 8th – Dec. 23rd, 2018)
PHOTO 4: BACK ROW: Sarah Estabrook (CATHERINE), Jack Murphy (COLLINS), Melissa Musial (POETTE), Baiinga Lontho (HORACE/JACOB MARLEY), Michael Martinez (EDWARD), FRONT ROW: Mary Sherg (MARGARET), Michael Panah (HENRY), Rick Reischman (THOMAS/SCROOGE)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

A CHRISTMAS CAROL (2018) (MAINSTAGE, Dec. 8th – Dec. 23rd, 2018)
PHOTO 5: Sarah Estabrook (CATHERINE/FAN), Melissa Musial (POETTE/GHOST OF CHRISTMAS PAST), Rick Reischman (THOMAS/SCROOGE)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

A CHRISTMAS CAROL (2018) (MAINSTAGE, Dec. 8th – Dec. 23rd, 2018)
PHOTO 6: Rick Reischman (THOMAS/SCROOGE), Melissa Musial (POETTE/BELLE)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

A CHRISTMAS CAROL (2018) (MAINSTAGE, Dec. 8th – Dec. 23rd, 2018)
PHOTO 7: Jack Murphy (COLLINS), Sarah Estabrook (CATHERINE), Michael Martinez (EDWARD/GHOST OF CHRISTMAS PRESENT), Mary Sherg (MARGARET), Baiinga Lontho (HORACE), Melissa Musial (POETTE)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

A CHRISTMAS CAROL (2018) (MAINSTAGE, Dec. 8th – Dec. 23rd, 2018)
PHOTO 8: Sarah Estabrook (CATHERINE/BELINA CRATCHIT), Melissa Musial (POETTE/MRS. CRATCHIT), Mary Sherg (MARGARET/BOB CRATCHIT), Michael Panah (HENRY/TINY TIM), Jack Murphy (COLLINS/PETER CRATCHIT)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

A CHRISTMAS CAROL (2018) (MAINSTAGE, Dec. 8th – Dec. 23rd, 2018)
PHOTO 9: Rick Reischman (THOMAS/SCROOGE), Michael Martinez (EDWARD/GHOST OF CHRISTMAS PRESENT)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

A CHRISTMAS CAROL (2018) (MAINSTAGE, Dec. 8th – Dec. 23rd, 2018)
PHOTO 10: Jack Murphy (COLLINS/OLD JOE), Mary Sherg (MARGARET/MRS. OLIVER)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

A CHRISTMAS CAROL (2018) (MAINSTAGE, Dec. 8th – Dec. 23rd, 2018)
PHOTO 11: Mitchell Nunn (TOWNCRIER)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

A CHRISTMAS CAROL (2018) (MAINSTAGE, Dec. 8th – Dec. 23rd, 2018)
PHOTO 12: Rick Reischman (THOMAS/SCROOGE)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

A CHRISTMAS CAROL (2018) (MAINSTAGE, Dec. 8th – Dec. 23rd, 2018)
PHOTO 13: FRONT: Rick Reischman (THOMAS/SCROOGE), Michael Panah (HENRY/TINY TIM), Mary Sherg (MARGARET/BOB CRATCHIT), BACK: Melissa Musial (POETTE), Michael Martinez (EDWARD)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

A CHRISTMAS CAROL (2018) (MAINSTAGE, Dec. 8th – Dec. 23rd, 2018)
PHOTO 14: BACK ROW: Jack Murphy (COLLINS, PETER CRATCHIT, MASON, OLD JOE), Mary Sherg (MARGARET, BOB CRATCHIT, MRS. FEZZIWIG, JANET, MRS. OLIVER), Rick Reischman (THOMAS/SCROOGE), Michael Martinez (EDWARD, FRED HOLLOWELL, MR. FEZZIWIG, GHOST OF CHRISTMAS PRESENT), Sarah Estabrook (CATHERINE, FAN, BELINA CRATCHIT, CAROLINE), Mitchell Nunn (TOWNCRIER, CHARLES), Baiinga Lontho (HORACE/JACOB MARLEY), Michael Panah (HENRY/TINY TIM), Melissa Musial (POETTE, MRS. HOWELL, GHOST OF CHRISTMAS PAST, BELLE),
(Michael Hardy Photography)

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IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE
2018-12-06 20:00 - 2018-12-13 22:00
The Studio Collaborative: IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE
Company: Alethia Theater
Dec. 6, 7, 8, 13 @ 8pm, Dec. 9 @ 2pm 2018.
Tickets: $15
Description:
One Christmas Eve, an angel desiring to earn her wings stops George Bailey before he jumps off a bridge and walks with him from childhood to this moment in time. Together, they learn what makes a wonderful life, and that no one is a failure who has friends.
Company Statement:
Alethia Christian Theater aims to provide young actors with the opportunity to enrich and cultivate their God-given artistic talents. Our goal is to tap into the unique abilities of our actors and facilitate their continuing growth in their artistic skills. To this end, we carefully select plays that enrich the learning experience of our actors and impart values of truth to our audience.
To learn more about them, visit their WEBSITE or FACEBOOK PAGE
The LBP Studio Collaborative Season offers outside, local theatre companies and performing arts organizations the opportunity to produce their own shows in our Studio Theater.

MIRACLE ON ANAHEIM STREET
2018-12-01 20:00 - 23:00
The Studio Collaborative: MIRACLE ON ANAHEIM STREET
Company: Held2Gether & LBP
Dec. 1 @ 8pm, 2018.
Tickets: $20
Description:
Long Beach Playhouse and Held2gether, Improv for Life are teaming up for the 4th Annual “Miracle on Anaheim Street”, a holiday variety to show to benefit the WomenShelter of Long Beach.Â Long Beach’s premiere comedy troupe, Held2gether will perform a dozen holiday themed comedic improv scenes, sketches and musical numbers to ring in the holiday sprit and celebrate WSLB’s great mission.
The LBP Studio Collaborative Season offers outside, local theatre companies and performing arts organizations the opportunity to produce their own shows in our Studio Theater.

AUDITIONS: Agatha Christie's SPIDER'S WEB
2018-11-05 19:00 - 2018-11-07 22:00
TITLE: SPIDER’S WEB
AUTHOR: Agatha Christie
DIRECTOR: Ryan Holihan
RUN: January 12th – February 9th, 2019
Fridays & Saturdays 8pm, Sundays at 2pm. Special performances on Thursday and Sunday nights may be added for private parties and special events.
This is a community theater production. Non-Equity. There is no pay.
AUDITION DATES:
Open Call: All Roles Open
Dates: Mon., Nov. 5th & Tues. Nov. 6th, 2018
Times: 7pm – 9pm
Location: Long Beach Playhouse
Callbacks:
Date and Time: Wed. Nov. 7th, 7pm – 10pm, by invitation only.
REHEARSALS:
First Read-Through: Sat. Nov. 10th, 2018, Noon – 3pm
Regular Rehearsal: Starting Nov. 12th, Mondays – Thursdays: 7-10 PM, Saturdays: 11am – 2pm
Location: Long Beach Playhouse
CLICK HERE FOR THE GENERAL REHEARSAL AND PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE
AUDITION REQUIREMENTS:
Bring headshot and resume. You will be cold reading from the script. Sides will be made available at the auditions.
SHORT SYNOPSIS:
Come be part of the joke as the Queen of Mystery, Agatha Christie, pokes fun at the genre that made her famous. Mixing equal parts of tension and laughter, enjoy as Clarissa, diplomatic spouse, finds her normally entertaining and unflappable self smack dab in the middle of a drawing room murder. Desperate to dispose of the body, she enlists the help of her guests. Hilarity ensues when they are interrupted by the arrival of wry detective, Inspector Lord. In this conscious parody of the detective thriller, Christie delivers a unique blend of suspense and humor.
CASTING THE FOLLOWING ROLES:
CLARISSA HAILSHAM-BROWN (F, 25-35) The second wife of Henry Hailsham-Brown, charming and inventive, her imagination tends to work overtime, with some unexpected consequences. (British Accent Required)
SIR ROWLAND DELAHAYE (M, 50-60) A distinguished gentleman with very definite charm. Clarissa’s guardian, friend, and adviser, he likes to think that he can guide her, but would never admit that she has him wrapped around her little finger. (British Accent Required)
HUGO BIRCH (M, 50-60) The local Justice of the Peace. A rather irascible type who shouldn’t be involved in business like a murder. (British Accent Required)
JEREMY WARRENDER (M, 25-30) An elegant young man and guest at the Hailsham-Brown’s house, the private secretary for a man much wealthier than he. (British Accent Required)
PIPPA HAILSHAM-BROWN (F to play 11 or 12) Clarissa’s young stepdaughter. She exhibits the strong emotional swings of a pre-teen, made worse by a previous family problems, will need to look much younger than Clarissa but strong enough for Clarissa (and the audience) to believe that she could have clobbered Oliver. (British Accent Required)
MILDRED PEAKE (F, 30-50s) A big hearty country woman who lives in a cottage on the estate and acts as gardener. (British Accent Required)
ELGIN (M, 40-60s) The butler. Nothing escapes his attention. (British Accent Required)
OLIVER COSTELLO (M 40s) He is suspected of shady dealings. None of the other characters like him and neither should the audience – even though he is killed in the first act, his body gets to hang around in the second act. (British Accent Required)
HENRY HAILSHAM-BROWN (M, 40) Clarissa’s husband. A good-looking man of about forty with a rather expressionless face who works in the foreign office, a strong, solid type. (British Accent Required)
INSPECTOR LORD (M, 40-50s) The wheels are always turning in his brain. Although he doesn’t let on, he doesn’t miss a thing. (British Accent Required)
CONSTABLE JONES (M 20-40s) He and the Inspector have been working together long enough that they understand each other well. (British Accent Required)

PRIDE AND PREJUDICE
2018-11-03 20:00 - 2018-12-01 23:00
All of the wit and romance of Jane Austen’s classic novel come to life in this fast-paced, humorous, and engaging new adaptation. Finding a husband is hardly Elizabeth Bennet’s most urgent priority. But with an overzealous match-making mother it’s difficult to escape the subject. When the independent-minded Elizabeth meets the handsome but enigmatic Mr. Darcy, she is determined not to let her feelings triumph over her own good sense — but the truth turns out to be slipperier than it seems. In a society where subtle snubs and deceit proliferate, is it possible for Elizabeth and Darcy to look beyond his pride and her prejudice, and to actually find real love?
John Phelan (MR. BENNET)
Jill Cary Martin (MRS. BENNET)
Kimberly Connolly (ELIZABETH BENNET)
Augusta Abene (JANE BENNET)
Kaitlyn Smith (MARY BENNET/CHARLOTTE LUCAS)
Amara Phelps (KITTY BENNET)
Dakota Sioux (LYDIA BENNET/GEORGIANA)
Chaz Bright-Haup (MR. DARCY)
Micah Lee (MR. BINGLEY)
David Clark Hutchison (SIR WILLIAM LUCAS/MR.GARDINER/OFFICER)
Michael Kaye (MR. COLLINS)
Maria V. Oliveira (MISS BINGLEY/MRS. GARDINER)
Russell Malang (GEORGE WICKHAM/BALL GUEST)
Kerry Laughren Hedley (LADY CATHERINE/BALL GUEST/HOUSEKEEPER)
SHOW TRAILER:

PERFORMANCE PHOTO GALLERY:

PRIDE & PREJUDICE (MAINSTAGE, Nov. 3rd – Dec. 1, 2018)
PHOTO 1: Kimberly Connolly (ELIZABETH BENNET), Augusta Abene (JANE BENNET), Jill Cary Martin (MRS. BENNET)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

PRIDE & PREJUDICE (MAINSTAGE, Nov. 3rd – Dec. 1, 2018)
PHOTO 2: Amara Phelps (KITTY BENNET), Jill Cary Martin (MRS. BENNET)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

PRIDE & PREJUDICE (MAINSTAGE, Nov. 3rd – Dec. 1, 2018)
PHOTO 3: BACK ROW: Chaz Bright-Haup (MR. DARCY), Kimberly Connolly (ELIZABETH BENNET), John Phelan (MR. BENNET), 4th ROW: Amara Phelps (KITTY BENNET), Michael Kaye (MR. COLLINS), 3rd ROW: Augusta Abene (JANE BENNET), Micah Lee (MR. BINGLEY), 2nd ROW: Dakota Sioux (LYDIA BENNET), David Clark Hutchison (SIR WILLIAM LUCAS), FRONT ROW: Maria V. Oliveira (MISS BINGLEY), Russell Malang (GEORGE WICKHAM/BALL GUEST)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

PRIDE & PREJUDICE (MAINSTAGE, Nov. 3rd – Dec. 1, 2018)
PHOTO 4: Micah Lee (MR. BINGLEY), Augusta Abene (JANE BENNET)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

PRIDE & PREJUDICE (MAINSTAGE, Nov. 3rd – Dec. 1, 2018)
PHOTO 5: John Phelan (MR. BENNET), Kimberly Connolly (ELIZABETH BENNET)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

PRIDE & PREJUDICE (MAINSTAGE, Nov. 3rd – Dec. 1, 2018)
PHOTO 6: Micah Lee (MR. BINGLEY), Chaz Bright-Haup (MR. DARCY), Maria V. Oliveira (MISS BINGLEY)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

PRIDE & PREJUDICE (MAINSTAGE, Nov. 3rd – Dec. 1, 2018)
PHOTO 7: Kaitlyn Smith (MARY BENNET), Augusta Abene (JANE BENNET), John Phelan (MR. BENNET), Jill Cary Martin (MRS. BENNET), Michael Kaye (MR. COLLINS), Kimberly Connolly (ELIZABETH BENNET)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

PRIDE & PREJUDICE (MAINSTAGE, Nov. 3rd – Dec. 1, 2018)
PHOTO 8: Amara Phelps (KITTY BENNET), Dakota Sioux (LYDIA BENNET)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

PRIDE & PREJUDICE (MAINSTAGE, Nov. 3rd – Dec. 1, 2018)
PHOTO 9: BACK: Kerry Laughren Hedley (LADY CATHERINE/BALL GUEST), Maria V. Oliveira (MISS BINGLEY), John Phelan (MR. BENNET), Dakota Sioux (LYDIA BENNET), Kaitlyn Smith (MARY BENNET), FRONT: Micah Lee (MR. BINGLEY), Augusta Abene (JANE BENNET), Chaz Bright-Haup (MR. DARCY), Kimberly Connolly (ELIZABETH BENNET), David Clark Hutchison (SIR WILLIAM LUCAS), Amara Phelps (KITTY BENNET)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

PRIDE & PREJUDICE (MAINSTAGE, Nov. 3rd – Dec. 1, 2018)
PHOTO 10: Chaz Bright-Haup (MR. DARCY), Kimberly Connolly (ELIZABETH BENNET)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

PRIDE & PREJUDICE (MAINSTAGE, Nov. 3rd – Dec. 1, 2018)
PHOTO 11: Chaz Bright-Haup (MR. DARCY), Dakota Sioux (GEORGIANA DARCY), Russell Malang (GEORGE WICKHAM)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

PRIDE & PREJUDICE (MAINSTAGE, Nov. 3rd – Dec. 1, 2018)
PHOTO 12: Kerry Laughren Hedley (LADY CATHERINE), Kimberly Connolly (ELIZABETH BENNET)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

PRIDE & PREJUDICE (MAINSTAGE, Nov. 3rd – Dec. 1, 2018)
PHOTO 13: Kimberly Connolly (ELIZABETH BENNET), Chaz Bright-Haup (MR. DARCY)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

PRIDE & PREJUDICE (MAINSTAGE, Nov. 3rd – Dec. 1, 2018)
PHOTO 14: BACK ROW: Micah Lee (MR. BINGLEY), Maria V. Oliveira (MISS BINGLEY/MRS. GARDINER), Kerry Laughren Hedley (LADY CATHERINE/BALL GUEST/HOUSEKEEPER), MIDDLE ROW: David Clark Hutchison (SIR WILLIAM LUCAS/MR.GARDINER/OFFICER), Russell Malang (GEORGE WICKHAM/BALL GUEST), Chaz Bright-Haup (MR. DARCY), Kimberly Connolly (ELIZABETH BENNET), Augusta Abene (JANE BENNET), John Phelan (MR. BENNET), Michael Kaye (MR. COLLINS/BALL GUEST), FRONT ROW: Kaitlyn Smith (MARY BENNET/CHARLOTTE LUCAS), Amara Phelps (KITTY BENNET), Dakota Sioux (LYDIA BENNET/GEORGIANA DARCY), Jill Cary Martin (MRS. BENNET)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

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Stephen Sondheim's ASSASSINS
2018-10-12 20:00 - 2018-11-17 23:00
What’s the outcome when The American Dream of success, celebrity, and free speech becomes warped in a madman’s mind? In this highly thought-provoking musical, musical genius Stephen Sondheim and playwright John Weidman bend time and space to allow the nation’s nine successful and would-be assassins to meet, interact, and inspire each other to try to make their mark in the American history books. Using his signature blend of insightful lyrics and unforgettable music, Sondheim sheds a light on the peculiarly American phenomenon that is the presidential assassin. This disturbing, amusing, and ultimately insightful look at American culture will inspire and terrify you.
THIS SHOW CONTAINS: Loud Blank and Recorded Gun Shots, Smoke Effects, Flashing Lights, Adult Content and Language, Graphic Images of Assassination.
CAST LIST:
Brian Pirnat (MALE BALLADEER, OSWALD)
Jeseka Luna (FEMALE BALLADEER)
Derek Rubiano (PROPRIETOR, JOHN WILKES BOOTH)
Kyra Kiener (SARA JANE MOORE)
Kevin Wood (CHARLES GUITEAU)
Taryne Moyse (LYNETTE “SQUEAKY” FROMME)
Nick Bradfield (LEON CZOLGOSZ)
Sean McCallon (GIUSEPPE ZANGARA)
Noah Wagner (SAMUEL BYCK)
Hunter Ryti (JOHN HINCKLEY)
Mark Eggert (U.S. PRESIDENTS, ENSEMBLE)
William Ardelean (DAVID HEROLD, JAMES BLAINE, ENSEMBLE)
John Vann (UNION SOLDIER, ENSEMBLE)
Amanda Webb (EMMA GOLDMAN, ENSEMBLE)
Serena Bottiani-Henderson (HOUSEWIFE, ENSEMBLE)
Jessica Oliver (ENSEMBLE)
SHOW TRAILER:

PREVIEW VIDEOS:

PERFORMANCE PHOTO GALLERY:

ASSASSINS (STUDIO, OCT. 13th – NOV. 17th, 2018)
PHOTO 1: Brian Pirnat (BALLADEER), Derek Rubiano (PROPRIETOR), Jeseka Luna (BALLADEER)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

ASSASSINS (STUDIO, OCT. 13th – NOV. 17th, 2018)
PHOTO 2: Derek Rubiano (JOHN WILKES BOOTH)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

ASSASSINS (STUDIO, OCT. 13th – NOV. 17th, 2018)
PHOTO 3: Jeseka Luna (BALLADEER)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

ASSASSINS (STUDIO, OCT. 13th – NOV. 17th, 2018)
PHOTO 4: William Ardelean (ENSEMBLE), Amanda Webb (ENSEMBLE), Mark Eggert (ENSEMBLE), Jessica Oliver (ENSEMBLE), John Vann (ENSEMBLE), Serena Bottiani-Henderson (ENSEMBLE)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

ASSASSINS (STUDIO, OCT. 13th – NOV. 17th, 2018)
PHOTO 5: Brian Pirnat (BALLADEER), Sean McCallon (GIUSEPPE ZANGARA), Jeseka Luna (BALLADEER)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

ASSASSINS (STUDIO, OCT. 13th – NOV. 17th, 2018)
PHOTO 6: Kyra Kiener (SARA JANE MOORE), Taryne Moyse (LYNETTE FROMME)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

ASSASSINS (STUDIO, OCT. 13th – NOV. 17th, 2018)
PHOTO 7: Nick Bradfield (LEON CZOLGOSZ), Derek Rubiano (JOHN WILKES BOOTH), Kevin Wood (CHARLES GUITEAU)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

ASSASSINS (STUDIO, OCT. 13th – NOV. 17th, 2018)
PHOTO 8: Kyra Kiener (SARA JANE MOORE), Nick Bradfield (LEON CZOLGOSZ), Derek Rubiano (JOHN WILKES BOOTH), Kevin Wood (CHARLES GUITEAU)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

ASSASSINS (STUDIO, OCT. 13th – NOV. 17th, 2018)
PHOTO 9: Noah Wagner (SAMUEL BYCK)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

ASSASSINS (STUDIO, OCT. 13th – NOV. 17th, 2018)
PHOTO 10: Hunter Ryti (JOHN HINCKLEY), Taryne Moyse (LYNETTE FROMME)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

ASSASSINS (STUDIO, OCT. 13th – NOV. 17th, 2018)
PHOTO 11: William Ardelean (ENSEMBLE), John Vann (ENSEMBLE), Amanda Webb (ENSEMBLE), Kevin Wood (CHARLES GUITEAU), Serena Bottiani-Henderson (ENSEMBLE), Jessica Oliver (ENSEMBLE)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

ASSASSINS (STUDIO, OCT. 13th – NOV. 17th, 2018)
PHOTO 12: Kevin Wood (CHARLES GUITEAU)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

ASSASSINS (STUDIO, OCT. 13th – NOV. 17th, 2018)
PHOTO 13: Hunter Ryti (JOHN HINCKLEY), Nick Bradfield (LEON CZOLGOSZ), Kyra Kiener (SARA JANE MOORE), Derek Rubiano (JOHN WILKES BOOTH), Brian Pirnat (BALLADEER), Noah Wagner (SAMUEL BYCK), Kevin Wood (CHARLES GUITEAU), Sean McCallon (GIUSEPPE ZANGARA), Taryne Moyse (LYNETTE FROMME)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

ASSASSINS (STUDIO, OCT. 13th – NOV. 17th, 2018)
PHOTO 14: TOP ROW: Jessica Oliver (ENSEMBLE), Serena Bottiani-Henderson (ENSEMBLE), John Vann (ENSEMBLE), Amanda Webb (ENSEMBLE), William Ardelean (ENSEMBLE), Mark Eggert (ENSEMBLE), BOTTOM ROW: Kevin Wood (CHARLES GUITEAU), Sean McCallon (GIUSEPPE ZANGARA), Nick Bradfield (LEON CZOLGOSZ), Brian Pirnat (BALLADEER), Derek Rubiano (JOHN WILKES BOOTH), Jeseka Luna (BALLADEER), Noah Wagner (SAMUEL BYCK), Kyra Kiener (SARA JANE MOORE), Taryne Moyse (LYNETTE FROMME), Hunter Ryti (JOHN HINCKLEY)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

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SHERLOCK HOLMES AND THE ADVENTURE OF THE SUICIDE CLUB
2018-09-22 20:00 - 2018-10-20 23:00
What if Arthur Conan Doyle’s famous detective found himself in a plot inspired by Robert Louis Stephenson? Enter The Suicide Club and find out. In the heart of London, there stands a windowless house where Europe’s most powerful men gather to play a murderous game. On this particular night, the club welcomes a new member, Sherlock Holmes. Does Holmes actually wish to die? Can his friend Dr. Watson save him? In this new stage thriller, the audience will become immersed in a world of mystery, comedy, and romance with plenty of twists and chills for all!
CAST LIST:
Tim Thorn (SHERLOCK HOLMES)
Peter Stone (DR. JOHN WATSON)
Cruz Flores (PRINCE NIKITA STARLOFF)
Jill Prout (CHRISTIANE DE LABEGASSIER)
Terra Taylor (CLUB SECRETARY)
William Jaremillo (MR. WILLIAMS, MR. ROUNDY)
Rick Reischman (MR RICHARDS, MYCROFT HOLMES)
John Russell (MR. GEORGE, INSPECTOR MICKLEWHITE)
Henry Weaver (MR. HENRY, A. C. CROSS)
Nancy Fleming (MRS HUDSON, LUCY O’MALLEY, OLDER LADY)
PREVIEW VIDEO:

PERFORMANCE PHOTO GALLERY:

SHERLOCK HOLMES AND THE ADVENTURE OF THE SUICIDE CLUB (MAINSTAGE, SEPT. 22nd – OCT. 20th, 2018)
PHOTO 1: Tim Thorn (SHERLOCK HOLMES), Peter Stone (JOHN WATSON)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

SHERLOCK HOLMES AND THE ADVENTURE OF THE SUICIDE CLUB (MAINSTAGE, SEPT. 22nd – OCT. 20th, 2018)
PHOTO 2: Tim Thorn (SHERLOCK HOLMES), William Jaramillo (MR. WILLIAMS)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

SHERLOCK HOLMES AND THE ADVENTURE OF THE SUICIDE CLUB (MAINSTAGE, SEPT. 22nd – OCT. 20th, 2018)
PHOTO 3: Terra Taylor Knudson (CLUB SECRETARY)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

SHERLOCK HOLMES AND THE ADVENTURE OF THE SUICIDE CLUB (MAINSTAGE, SEPT. 22nd – OCT. 20th, 2018)
PHOTO 4: Tim Thorn (SHERLOCK HOLMES), Henry Weaver (MR. HENRY), William Jaramillo (MR. WILLIAMS)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

SHERLOCK HOLMES AND THE ADVENTURE OF THE SUICIDE CLUB (MAINSTAGE, SEPT. 22nd – OCT. 20th, 2018)
PHOTO 5: CLOCKWISE FROM 12 O’CLOCK: Terra Taylor Knudson (CLUB SECRETARY), Henry Weaver (MR. HENRY), Rick Reischman (MR. RICHARDS), William Jaramillo (MR. WILLIAMS), Tim Thorn (SHERLOCK HOLMES), John Russell (MR. GEORGE), Cruz Flores (PRINCE NIKITA STARLOFF)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

SHERLOCK HOLMES AND THE ADVENTURE OF THE SUICIDE CLUB (MAINSTAGE, SEPT. 22nd – OCT. 20th, 2018)
PHOTO 6: Tim Thorn (SHERLOCK HOLMES), Peter Stone (JOHN WATSON)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

SHERLOCK HOLMES AND THE ADVENTURE OF THE SUICIDE CLUB (MAINSTAGE, SEPT. 22nd – OCT. 20th, 2018)
PHOTO 7: Tim Thorn (SHERLOCK HOLMES), Jill Prout (CHRISTIANE DE LABEGASSIER), Cruz Flores (PRINCE NIKITA STARLOFF)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

SHERLOCK HOLMES AND THE ADVENTURE OF THE SUICIDE CLUB (MAINSTAGE, SEPT. 22nd – OCT. 20th, 2018)
PHOTO 8: Cruz Flores (PRINCE NIKITA STARLOFF), John Russell (MR. GEORGE)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

SHERLOCK HOLMES AND THE ADVENTURE OF THE SUICIDE CLUB (MAINSTAGE, SEPT. 22nd – OCT. 20th, 2018)
PHOTO 9: Tim Thorn (SHERLOCK HOLMES), William Jaremillo (MR.ROUNDY)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

SHERLOCK HOLMES AND THE ADVENTURE OF THE SUICIDE CLUB (MAINSTAGE, SEPT. 22nd – OCT. 20th, 2018)
PHOTO 10: Rick Reischman (MYCROFT HOLMES, Tim Thorn (SHERLOCK HOLMES)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

SHERLOCK HOLMES AND THE ADVENTURE OF THE SUICIDE CLUB (MAINSTAGE, SEPT. 22nd – OCT. 20th, 2018)
PHOTO 11: Tim Thorn (SHERLOCK HOLMES), Nancy Fleming (MRS HUDSON), Peter Stone (DR. JOHN WATSON)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

SHERLOCK HOLMES AND THE ADVENTURE OF THE SUICIDE CLUB (MAINSTAGE, SEPT. 22nd – OCT. 20th, 2018)
PHOTO 12: Terra Taylor Knudson (CLUB SECRETARY), Jill Prout (MAGICIAN’S ASSISTANT)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

SHERLOCK HOLMES AND THE ADVENTURE OF THE SUICIDE CLUB (MAINSTAGE, SEPT. 22nd – OCT. 20th, 2018)
PHOTO 14: BACK ROW: William Jaramillo (MR. WILLIAMS, MR. ROUNDY), Nancy Fleming (MRS HUDSON, LUCY O’MALLEY, OLDER LADY), Rick Reischman (MR. RICHARDS, MYCROFT HOLMES), Henry Weaver (MR. HENRY, A. C. CROSS), John Russell (MR. GEORGE, INSPECTOR MICKLEWHITE), FRONT ROW: Terra Taylor Knudson (CLUB SECRETARY), Peter Stone (DR. JOHN WATSON), Tim Thorn (SHERLOCK HOLMES), Jill Prout (CHRISTIANE DE LABEGASSIER), Cruz Flores (PRINCE NIKITA STARLOFF)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

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AUDITIONS: PRIDE AND PREJUDICE
2018-09-10 19:00 - 2018-09-12 22:00
TITLE: PRIDE AND PREJUDICE
AUTHOR: Adapted by Jon Jory from the novel by Jane Austen
DIRECTOR: Aurora Culver
RUN: Nov. 3rd – Dec. 1st, 2018
Fridays & Saturdays 8pm, Sundays at 2pm. Special performances on Thursday and Sunday nights may be added for private parties and special events.
This is a community theater production. Non-Equity. There is no pay.
AUDITION DATES:
Open Call:
Dates: Mon., Sept. 10th & Tues. Sept., 11th, 2018
Times: 7pm – 9pm
Location: Long Beach Playhouse
Callbacks:
Date and Time: Wed., Sept. 12th, 7pm – 10pm, by invitation only.

REHEARSALS:

First Read-Through: Sept. 15th, 12-3pm

Regular Rehearsal: Starting Sept. 17th at 7pm, Monday- Thursday rehearsals from 7pm – 10pm, with Saturdays from 10am – 4pm.

Location: Long Beach Playhouse
AUDITION REQUIREMENTS:
Bring headshot and resume. Cold readings from the script – audition materials will be provided at the audition.
SHORT SYNOPSIS:
This fast-paced, fluid, somewhat physical adaptation of Jane Austen’s beloved novel is a true ensemble piece. When eligible bachelors move into the home nearby, Mrs. Bennett is determined to find matches for her five daughters. While Elizabeth doesn’t have the same priorities as her mother, she finds it difficult to avoid the subject after a string of unsuitable suitors. But when the independent Elizabeth meets the enigmatic Mr. Darcy, they must determine if first impressions or their feelings will triumph. Is it possible in their strict society for Elizabeth and Darcy to look beyond his pride and her prejudice, and to make the best match of all?
CASTING THE FOLLOWING ROLES:
NOTE: All roles are open to All Ethnicities.
Ages listed are perceived age, Actors of any age that can play this range may audition.
All roles require a British accent.
MR. BENNETT (M, to play 50-65)
Patriarch of the family. Understands the manners of the age, but has a great sense of humor. Loves his daughters and his wife.
MRS. BENNETT (F, to play 50-65)
Mother of five girls. She wants the best for all of them, despite their lack of dowry, and worries the rules of inheritance will leave them stranded. Frivolous, excitable, and narrow-minded; her social climbing and public manners are embarrassing to some of her daughters.
JANE BENNETT (F, to play 22)
Eldest of the Bennett sisters. Mature, well-mannered, and sees only the best in everyone she meets.
ELIZABETH BENNETT (F, to play 20)
Second eldest. Well-read, outspoken, sees life with more skepticism than her older sister. Extremely quick and witty, but with a tendency to judge on first impressions.
MARY BENNETT/ CHARLOTTE LUCAS (F, to play 19)
Middle sister. Always reading. Always. Also plays Charlotte Lucas, 27, Elizabeth’s good friend and confidante.
KITTY BENNETT (F, to play 17)
Charming; wants to be seen as an individual, but is always shadowed by her younger sister.
LYDIA BENNETT/ GEORGIANA (F, to play 16)
Somewhat rebellious and opinionated. She wants to grow up much faster than expected. Also plays Georgiana, 16, Mr. Darcy’s younger sister, gracious and well mannered.
MR. BINGLEY/ COLONEL FITZWILLIAM/ SERVANT (M, to play 25)
Wealthy young man. Responsible, mature, charming, kind. He lacks some resolve and is easily influenced by his sister and Darcy. New neighbor to the Bennetts. Also plays Colonel Fitzwilliam, 20-25, Darcy’s cousin, straightforward, plain spoken well-bred military man. Also plays a Servant.
MR. DARCY (M, to play 28)
Wealthy, clever house-guest of Bingley. Intelligent but socially aloof and opinionated, particularly about class and family status.
CAROLINE BINGLEY/ MRS. GARDINER (F, to play 22)
Spoiled, scheming younger sister of Mr. Bingley. She can be cold and unapologetic, often trying to prove her superiority over others. Also plays Mrs. Gardiner, 50s, affable aunt to Elizabeth.
GEORGE WICKHAM/GUEST (M, to play 28)
Soldier. Feels betrayed by Darcy. Courts two of the Bennett sisters with superficial charm. Also plays a Guest.
MR. COLLINS/ SIR WILLIAM LUCAS/ MR. GARDINER (M, to play 25)
Distant cousin of Mr. Bennett, and presumed male heir to the Bennett estate. A pompous clergyman and lacking in common sense. Also plays Sir William Lucas, 50, father of Charlotte, gracious, self-satisfied. Also Mr. Gardner, 50s, Mrs. Bennett’s brother; genial, open, generous.
LADY CATHERINE DeBOURGH/ HOUSEKEEPER/GUEST (F, to play 50-65)
A widow. Mr. Darcy’s imperious, meddling Aunt who is sure no one is good enough for their family. Also plays Housekeeper, a chatty, friendly serving woman of Darcy’s estate and a Guest.
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THE TEMPEST
2018-08-31 20:00 - 2018-09-29 23:00
Trickery, romance, and revenge set the stage for one of Shakespeare’s late masterpieces, in which sprites, goddesses, monsters, and fools hold court. In this fanciful classic that is often described as the darker twin to A Midsummer Night’s Dream, a deposed noble turned sorcerer uses powerful magic to raise a great storm, shipwrecking the vessel bearing a group of conspirators onto the sorcerer’s mysterious island home. There, attended upon by a daughter, a magical sprite, and a deformed servant, the sorcerer leads their enemies through a mysterious dream as circumstances transform vengeance to reconciliation and forgiveness.
CAST LIST:
Stephen Alan Carver (PROSPERO)
Hayley Jackson (ARIEL)
Lee Samuel Tanng (CALIBAN)
Jessica Bill (MIRANDA)
Holland Renton (ALONSA)
Amara Phelps (FERDINA)
Tyler Gray (ANTONIO)
Benjamin White (SEBASTIAN)
Steven Biggs (GONZALO)
Alex Shewchuk (STEPHANO)
Gillian Gonzales (TRINCULA)
LaVonna Miller (JUNO/SAILOR)
Sarah Hoeven (CERES/SAILOR)
Carole Louise Duffis (IRIS/SAILOR)
PREVIEW VIDEO:

PERFORMANCE GALLERY:

THE TEMPEST (STUDIO THEATER, SEPT. 1 – SEPT. 29, 2018)
PHOTO 1: Hayley Jackson (ARIEL)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

THE TEMPEST (STUDIO THEATER, SEPT. 1 – SEPT. 29, 2018)
PHOTO 2: Hayley Jackson (ARIEL), Steven Alan Carver (PROSPERO)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

THE TEMPEST (STUDIO THEATER, SEPT. 1 – SEPT. 29, 2018)
PHOTO 3: Stephen Alan Carver (PROSPERO), Lee Samuel Tanng (CALIBAN)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

THE TEMPEST (STUDIO THEATER, SEPT. 1 – SEPT. 29, 2018)
PHOTO 4: Jessica Bill (MIRANDA), Steven Alan Carver (PROSPERO), Lee Samuel Tanng (CALIBAN)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

THE TEMPEST (STUDIO THEATER, SEPT. 1 – SEPT. 29, 2018)
PHOTO 5: Stephen Alan Carver (PROSPERO), Hayley Jackson (ARIEL), Amara Phelps (FERDINA)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

THE TEMPEST (STUDIO THEATER, SEPT. 1 – SEPT. 29, 2018)
PHOTO 6: Steven Biggs (GONZALO), Holland Renton (ALONSA)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

THE TEMPEST (STUDIO THEATER, SEPT. 1 – SEPT. 29, 2018)
PHOTO 7: Tyler Gray (ANTONIO), Benjamin White (SEBASTIAN)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

THE TEMPEST (STUDIO THEATER, SEPT. 1 – SEPT. 29, 2018)
PHOTO 8: Jessica Bill (MIRANDA), Stephen Alan Carver (PROSPERO), Amara Phelps (FERDINA), Hayley Jackson (ARIEL)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

THE TEMPEST (STUDIO THEATER, SEPT. 1 – SEPT. 29, 2018)
PHOTO 9: Alex Shewchuk (STEPHANO), Gillian Gonzales (TRINCULA), Lee Samuel Tanng (CALIBAN)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

THE TEMPEST (STUDIO THEATER, SEPT. 1 – SEPT. 29, 2018)
PHOTO 10: BACK ROW: Sarah Hoeven (SPIRIT), Carole Louise Duffis (SPIRIT), La Vonna Miller (SPIRIT), FRONT ROW: Hayley Jackson (ARIEL), Holland Renton (ALONSA), Tyler Gray (ANTONIO), Benjamin White (SEBASTIAN)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

THE TEMPEST (STUDIO THEATER, SEPT. 1 – SEPT. 29, 2018)
PHOTO 11: BACK ROW: Carole Louise Duffis (IRIS), La Vonna Miller (JUNO), Sara Hoeven (CERES), FRONT ROW: Amara Phelps (FERDINA), Jessica Bill (MIRANDA)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

THE TEMPEST (STUDIO THEATER, SEPT. 1 – SEPT. 29, 2018)
PHOTO 12: Gillian Gonzales (TRINCULA), Alex Shewchuk (STEPHANO), Lee Samuel Tanng (CALIBAN)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

THE TEMPEST (STUDIO THEATER, SEPT. 1 – SEPT. 29, 2018)
PHOTO 13: Amara Phelps (FERDINA), Jessica Bill (MIRANDA)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

THE TEMPEST (STUDIO THEATER, SEPT. 1 – SEPT. 29, 2018)
PHOTO 14: BACK ROW: Tyler Gray (ANTONIO), Steven Biggs (GONZALO), Benjamin White (SEBASTIAN), Gillian Gonzales (TRINCULA), Alex Shewchuk (STEPHANO), CENTER ROW: La Vonna Miller (JUNO/SAILOR), Sarah Hoeven (CERES/SAILOR), Carole Louise Duffis (IRIS/SAILOR), Stephen Alan Carver (PROSPERO), Jessica Bill (MIRANDA), Amara Phelps (FERDINA), Holland Renton (ALONSA), FRONT ROW: Hayley Jackson (ARIEL), Lee Samuel Tanng (CALIBAN)
(Michael Hardy Photography)

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