This Week In Theatre - Shows, Auditions, & More
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This weekend "Radio Razzle Dazzle" opens at the Melodrama and we've added a few more auditions to the list.
In last week's newsletter I talked about "Up" and "Cinderella," so this week I'm going to talk a little about "Imaginary Friends" and "Little Women."
Imaginary Friends centers around the infamous literary feud between legendary authors Mary McCarthy and Lillian Hellman. They continue their war of words (and more) in hell, in this surreal farce presented at the Empty Space. The show is interspersed with witty songs and commentary from the chorus. Guinevere writes in: Saw the show opening night and enjoyed it a lot. The audience seemed to like it too. It was a pretty decent crowd especially for an opening. Lots of college kids came from a class so thank you whoever that was! Kudos to the Empty Space for always striving to to present works that are compelling and truly different from anything else shown in town.
Little Women first opened on Broadway in 2005 and follows the saga of the March sisters—Meg, Jo, Beth and Amy—as they grow up in Civil War America. According to the production's website it is family-friendly but "some of the events in the play might be too intense or upsetting for younger children." Thank you to the Spotlight for bringing so many enjoyable musicals to the local stage.
Radio Razzle Dazzle is the latest show at the Gaslight Melodrama. If you haven't been to see a show there you are missing out on some of the best family entertainment in town. I have many fond memories from when I was a kid & teen of my family going to the "Vaudeville Express" Melodrama out on China Grade Loop. It was a special tradition. Last year, thanks to the Gaslight, the tradition continued and we gathered again to laugh and eat popcorn. There is something very special about fun that children, parents, and grandparents can all enjoy together.
Have a good one!
-Aaron Mauldin
Your Friendly Neighborhood Theatre Pimp
Shows
Up Bakersfield Community Theatre
Radio Razzle Dazzle Gaslight Melodrama
Cinderella (Musical) BMT
Imaginary Friends Empty Space
Little Women (The Musical) Spotlight
Auditions
Local Ad Campaign for Brighthouse Networks
A Piece Of My Heart The Empty Space
Pitch Day @ The Empty Space
A Chorus Line Spotlight Theatre
Second Round of Auditions for Zoot Suit Spotlight Theatre
News & Special Events
Group Art Shows on the Horizon...
"La Cage" Tease
New Classes at Spotlight School of Arts
Gaslight 2008 Winter Children's Workshop
Major League Improv
Shows:
Up
Plays through February 2nd
Written by Bridget Carpenter
January 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 27, February 1 & 2
Douglas, Alaska hosted the world premiere in May 2003. The down to earth drama is set in San Pedro, California. Walter Griffin once managed to float above the earth in a lawn chair suspended from weather balloons, achieving 15 minutes of fame and an offer from the Smithsonian for the chair. Sixteen years later, Walter is still tinkering with ideas for inventions that will help him become airborne again and has imaginary conversations with French wire walker Philippe Petit. Walter's 16-year-old son, Mikey, languishes, and his wife, Helen, dutifully supports the family as a postal worker. It is a fascinating and affecting look into a dysfunctional California family.
Bakersfield Community Theatre
2400 South Chester
Bakersfield, CA
(661) 831-8114
Radio Razzle Dazzle
Playing through March 1st
at The Gaslight Melodrama Theatre & Music Hall
Written by Steph DeFerie
Directed by Michael Prince
It's a few minutes to eight, New Year's Eve, 1940, at a radio studio and a group of beleaguered employees are desperately trying to put on a live show. It's the most important episode ever of "Invitation to Danger", but everything is going wrong; the organist and the sound effects man have eloped, the director is missing, one of the cast has passed out on the sofa and the script has arrived at literally the last moment! Will our heroes Steve, Blackie and Pete finally uncover the true identity of the Hooded Terror or will he escape them again? Will our plucky cast and crew wrestle some sort of sense from this hysterical catastrophe, or will chaos prevail? Tune in and find out.
Followed by a brand new Vaudville Revue:
“The Gaslight Vaudeville Buffet”
adapted & directed by Michael Prince
A schmorgesborg of musical numbers and comedy sketches to thrill the whole family.
Both shows starring: Jay Stodder, Greg Ramsdell, Michael Prince, Coryn McBride, Jennifer Prince and Aileen Robinson
Where: The Gaslight Melodrama Theatre & Music Hall
12748 Jomani Dr.
Bakersfield, CA 93312
(661) 587-3377
When: January 25th – March 1st 2008
(no performances on Feb. 3rd, 8th, 9th or 10th)
Friday 7:00pm
Saturday 7:00pm
Sunday 2:00pm
Prices: General Admission $17.00
Seniors (60+) $15.00
Children (12 & under) $7.50
The Gaslight Melodrama & Music Hall is owned and operated by Arnie Carlos and Linda Larma (Producers).
Cinderella (Musical)
Playing through January 26th
Harvey Auditorium: 1341 G Street, Bakersfield CA [Next to B.H.S.]
BMT Box Office: 1931 Chester Avenue, Bakersfield CA 93301 [Corner of Chester Ave & 20th St] (661) 325-6100
Saturday, January 19 @ 8PM
Sunday, January 20 @ 2PM ****Matinee
Saturday, January 26 @ 8PM
This fresh and exciting adaptation of Rodgers & Hammerstein's 1957 made-for-television musical (which starred Julie Andrews) brings adventure, romance, and a miraculous kingdom to the stage. As the timeless fairy tale unfolds,a pumpkin turns into a golden coach, mice turn into horses, a dove becomes a footman, and a famously shabby maid sees her wildest dreams come true. Even if you know the ending, this quintessential classic will still have you asking, "Will the slipper fit?"
Imaginary Friends
Plays through February 2nd
IMAGINARY FRIENDS
A Comedic Farce with Music
Written by Nora Ephron
Music by Marvin Hamlisch
Lyrics by Craig Carnelia
Directed by Kristina Saldaña
January 18, 19, 25, 26
& February 1 and 2 @ 8 PM
Suggested donation $10 for adults and $5 for students.
Novelist Mary McCarthy's notorious statement on the Dick Cavett Show calling playwright Lillian Hellman a liar exploded into one of the most famous of all literary feuds. This surreal farce portrays these two literary lionesses battling it out in hell. It chronicles a compelling story of two women shaped by their different but equally unsettled childhoods, their looks (one was a beauty, one was not) and the men in their lives while it brilliantly examines to great comic effect the concept of truth in fiction: Who can you believe? Interspersed throughout are witty songs that enable the ensemble to comment on the action.
Starring: Amy Hall, Kelly Sorrow, Jeremiah Heitman, Caroline Clark, Meg Dewing, Michael Pawloski, Jenni Saldaña and Ryan Watts.
TO MAKE A RESERVATION CALL (661) 327-PLAY or Click here
Little Women (The Musical)
Plays through February 16th
January 25 & 26 and February 1, 2, 8, 9, 15 & 16 at 8PM
January 27 and February 3 & 10 at 2PM
Based on Louisa May Alcott's own family experiences (and novel), Little Women follows the adventures of four sisters as they grow up in Civil War America. Little Women embodies the complete theatrical experience, guaranteeing a night filled with laughter, tears, and a lifting of the spirit. This powerful score soars with the sounds of personal discovery, heartache and hope—the sounds of a young America finding its voice. Directed by Hal Friedman, who directed Full Monty, Assassins, and A Song for Vanya at the Spotlight Theatre. Music by Jason Howland; Lyrics by Mindi Dickstein; Book by Allan Knee Based on the novel by Louisa May Alcott With permission from Music Theatre International.
Directed by Hal Friedman, who also directed "Full Monty," "Assassins," and "A Song for Vanya" at the Spotlight Theatre. Music by Jason Howland; Lyrics by Mindi Dickstein; Book by Allan Knee and based on the novel by Louisa May Alcott. With permission from Music Theatre International.
For tickets and information, call the Spotlight Theatre Box Office at (661) 634-0692, or visit us at 1622 19th Street. Tickets in advance are $15 for general admission, $12 for students, seniors, and active military, and $5 for children under 11. Tickets are $3 more on the day of the show.
Auditions:
Local Ad Campaign for Brighthouse Networks
Bright House Networks is holding Auditions for a local , multi-spot ad campaign. The campaign has a western theme, and we are looking for men and women, ages 18 and up to fill parts. Looking to cast parts immediately. Please e-mail head shots and info to edward.dick@mybrighthouse.com or call me at (661) 978-3452. These are paying gigs.
A Piece Of My Heart
AUDTIONS WILL BE HELD ON
JANUARY 19TH AND 26TH BETWEEN 12 PM AND 3 PM.
At the Empty Space
The six female characters in A Piece Of My Heart are seen over a 20 year period, from the 60’s to the 80’s. For this reason the roles will be double-cast so that each character is represented with both a younger and older version of herself. The characters are as follows:
MARTHA 22-42. Strong, self-composed, aura of self-discipline, military bearing. Strong face, American, almost pioneer in feeling. Army brat, and Navy Nurse who is a bit more mature for her age.
MARY JO 17-37. Blond, pretty, out-going, bubbly personality. Texaas accent.Sexy; a funny comedienne quality; but sad inside. Must learn some Simple guitar and be able to sing. Lead singer in an all-girl band traveling w/USO to entertain the troops.
SISSY 20-40. Sweet, feminine, outgoing. Sense of fun. Also, a sense of harmony and warmth to personality. Idealistic, very religious.
LEEANN 20-40 Attractive, strong, tough, determined in nature. An urban, hip quality to her personality. Protested the war, thought nurses volunteered to serve in Viet Nam.
STEELE 35-55. African-American. Extremely strong, military bearing. Very intelligent, outgoing, great sense of humor. A pragmatist, southern. Career Military in WAC’s and an officer.
WHITNEY 21-41. Tall, slender, withdrawn, contained. Very aristocratic in bearing and quality. A graduate of Vassar. Red cross volunteer, very prim and lady-like, comes from affluent family and considers herself to be very worldly and cosmopolitan.
BIEN 16-25. Asian, small build. This character plays all Vietnamese characters as well as additional roles.
FEMALE #1 Multiple roles of head nurse, mother and nursing instructor.
FEMALE #2 Multiple roles of recruiting officer, Officer and friend
3 MALES Playing multiple roles of soldiers, officers, veteran, father.
Pitch Day at The Empty Space
Sunday, January 27 from
11 AM - 3 PM
Do you have a play or other type of show that you would like to have produced at The Empty Space?
Is there a show you want to direct?
A part you're dying to play?
A production you think would be perfect for us to do?
Your chance to tell them your ideas comes in January!
Call 327-PLAY today or click here to make an appointment for Pitch Day.
If pitching a play, please bring two copies of your script, any ideas you may have for lighting and set design, and a proposed budget for the project.
Pitches are for the prime time season beginning July and running through December of 2008.
Late night productions and special events will also be considered for February of 2007 - December of 2008.
A Chorus Line
Spotlight Theatre is auditioning for the hit musical A Chorus Line, playing from April 18th through May 10th. We need Dancers, Singers, Actors ages 17 - 30 for 25 exciting roles
One of Broadway's longest running shows ever, the classic musical A Chorus Line is a stunning musical-verite about a chorus audition for a Broadway musical. It tells of the achingly poignant ambitions of professional Broadway gypsies to land a job in the show, and is a powerful metaphor for all human aspiration. Memorable musical numbers include I Can Do That, The Music and the Mirror, What I Did for Love, One (Singular Sensation) and I Hope I Get It. Directed by Hal Friedman, A Chorus Line is a brilliantly complex fusion of dance, song and compellingly authentic drama.
Dance Auditions will be held on February 2nd from Noon - 2PM. ALL ROLES AVAILABLE! All who have interest in auditioning must come. No expectations. Call to sign-up.
Call-backs are scheduled for February 3rd from Noon on for singing, acting, and more dance.
For more information and to schedule your audition time call (661)634-0692 or visit us at 1622 19th Street.
Second Round of Auditions for "Zoot Suit"
A second round of auditions is scheduled for parts still needed in the musical Zoot Suit, opening at the Spotlight Theatre in February. The audition will consist of a cold reading and performers are asked to bring a folk song to the audition. Zoot Suit is Written by Luis Valdez and Directed by Kristina Saldana.
Parts are still available for:
White Woman- Ages 35-55
White Man -Ages 35-55
White Male- Ages 25-35
White Female - Ages 25-35
Plus Gang Members - White and Hispanic - Ages 18 - 25
Many important roles still available!
Zoot Suit runs from February 29th through March 22nd. To schedule your audition call (661)634-0692 or visit us at 1622 19th Street in Downtown Bakersfield.
News & Special Events:
New group shows are on the horizon! Everyone is encouraged to participate.
Contribute to YOUR local Arts scene in 2008!
Guess which girls are "real"
in these rehearsal pictures from La Cage Folles (opens January 31st at Stars)
New Classes at the Spotlight School of Arts
Sign up today for new classes in the Spotlight School of Arts! Join us in our Academy of the Arts where the classes have three levels that teach more skills as your child grows in their craft. With Acting, Musical Theatre, and Art classes for 3 - 6 year olds, 6 - 12 year olds, and 12 - 18 year olds there is something for everyone in the family! We even have adult acting classes and private lessons for most age groups in voice, piano, drum, cello, and guitar. We have specialty classes like Puppetry, Improv Comedy, and Stop-Motion Animation! Ask about our scholarships and sibling discounts. Enroll today!
So much is happening at the Spotlight School of Arts and we are excited for your family to join us! Call us at (661) 634-0692 to enroll in a class, contribute to our scholarship fund, or find out about our other programs.
The Gaslight Melodrama is beginning its children theatre workshop in February so you can enroll your kids and teens to learn acting, singing, improvisation, choreography, and more!
Major League Improv
Saturday Nights at 6:00 PM
What is improv comedy?
Unlike "Standup Comedy" in which one performer tells pre-planned jokes to the audience, improvisational comedy involves a whole group of performers making up scenes and playing games on the spot based on audience suggestions.
What is a Major League Improv show like?
A Major League Improv match features two teams of improvisers competing for laughs and points, with a referee keeping things moving and calling fouls. An average of seven to twelve games are played during a match, drawn from a repertoire of over a hundred improv games. In "Shakespeare" a team will improvise a scene inspired by an audience suggestion in Shakespearean style. In "Elimination Rap" players will create a rap on the spot, trading off each other's phrases, getting thrown out if they fall off the meter, or fail to rhyme. In "Forward/Reverse" the referee sends the scene back and forth at will, as though scanning a scene in a VCR, sending the players into a frenzy. Every show is different, with different players, different games, and different audiences supplying new suggestions.
Who Should I Bring To Major League Improv?
Unlike most other forms of performance comedy, MLI is great for all ages. The audience of a typical MLI match contains everyone from kids to college students to parents and grandparents. Everyone has a good time and no one gets offended. If an performer steps beyond the boundaries of good taste, the "brown bag foul" (a brown paper sack will be placed over the offending players head) will be called to set things straight. If you think "clean" is boring, you owe it to yourself to check out Major League Improv. Its anything but boring!
Tickets for Major League Improv are $6 Students and $8 Adults at the door. You can save a buck by calling (661) 634-0692 and making reservations or visit us at 1622 19th Street in Downtown Bakersfield.
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