The Good Woman of Setzuan, Picnic (Fall productions)

Bertolt Brecht, William Inge

California State University, Sacramento, Dept. of Theatre & Dance

September 3rd & 4th @ 6pm

September 5th @ 6pm

Good Woman rehearsals: Sept. 8
Picnic rehearsals: Sept. 29 - evening & weekend rehearsals - schedule to be determined

Good Woman: Oct. 16-26, 2008
Picnic: Nov. 13-23 (weekdays 6:30 & 8pm; Sun 2pm)

Shasta Hall, Sacramento State, 6000 J Street, Sacramento, CA 95819

www.csus.edu/pa/directions.html

(916) 278-6368
theatre.dance@csus.edu
www.csus.edu/dram

Good Woman: Richard Bay
Picnic: Michelle Felten

Good Woman: Three gods come to earth in search of one good person. They find her in Shen Te, a prostitute. With money from the gods she tries to lead a decent life, but her determined attempts to maintain her compassion for her friends and neighbors leads to her downfall. With the help of her hard-hearted cousin she is able to save herself. The Good Woman of Setzuan is an enchanting parable with music

Picnic: When a handsome, mysterious, drifter (Hal) blows into a small Kansas town on Labor Day, he ignites the emotions of the complacent townsfolk and turns their seemingly idealic world upside down. The women, looking for escape, and the men, confused and unsure, take refuge in Hal’s charismatic personality as he brings a source of life and light into their limited existence.

Two copies of each: headshot & resume, and prepare a two-minute monologue

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Good Woman production will include large puppets & masks.

Man of La Mancha

Written by Dale Wasserman; Music by Mitch Leigh; Lyrics by Joe Darion

Davis Musical Theatre Company

Sunday, September 14, 2008-7:30pm; Monday, September 15, 2008-7:30pm

Tuesday, September 16, 2008-7:30pm

Sun-Thu 7:30-10pm from Sep20-Nov 13 (not everyone is needed every night of course)

Nov 14-Dec 7, 2008 (Fri & Sat 8:15pm; Sun 2:15pm)

607 Pena Drive, Davis, CA 95618

http://www.dmtc.org/directions.html

(530) 756-3682
info@dmtc.org
http://www.dmtc.org

Jan Isaacson-Director; Steve Isaacson-Musical Director

Miguel de Cervantes, aging and an utter failure in his varied careers as playwright, poet and tax collector for the government, has been thrown into a dungeon in Seville to await trial by the Inquisition for an offense against the Church. There he is hailed before a kangaroo court of his fellow prisoners; thieves, cutthroats and trollops who propose to confiscate his meagre possessions one of which is the uncompleted manuscript of a novel called "Don Quixote." Cervantes, seeking to save it, proposes to offer a novel defense in the form of entertainment. The "court" accedes and before their eyes, donning makeup and costume, Cervantes and his faithful manservant transform themselves into Don Quixote and Sancho Panza. They proceed to play out the story with the participation of the prisoners as other characters.
     Quixote and Sancho take to the road, on "horses" which dance a lively flamenco, singing Man of La Mancha in a campaign to restore the age of chivalry, to battle evil and right all wrongs. The famous encounter with the windmills follows, but Quixote ascribes his defeat to the machinations of his enemy, the dark Enchanter, whom one day he will meet in mortal combat.
     In a roadside inn-which Quixote, spying from a distance, insists to Sancho is really a castle-Aldonza, the inn's serving girl and part-time trollop, is propositioned by a gang of rough Muleteers. Quixote, arriving at the inn, sees Aldonza as the dream-ideal whom he will serve evermore, singing Dulcinea to her. Aldonza is confused and angered by Quixote's refusal to see her as she really is.
     The Padre and Dr. Carrasco arrive at the inn but on questioning Quixote, are frustrated by his lunatic logic. They are interrupted by the arrival of an itinerant Barber singing The Barber's Song. Quixote confiscates the Barber's shaving basin, convinced that it is really the "Golden Helmet" of Mambrino, and is ceremoniously crowned with the aid of the Muleteers and the incredulous Barber.
     Later Aldonza encounters Quixote in the courtyard where he is holding vigil, in preparation for being dubbed a knight by the Innkeeper. She questions him on his seemingly irrational ways, and is answered by Quixote in a statement of his credo, The Impossible Dream.
     Aldonza has caught the fever of Quixote's idealism but, attempting to put it into practice, is cruelly beaten and ravaged by the Muleteers in The Abduction and is carried off.
     On the road again, Quixote and Sancho encounter a thievish band of Moors and are robbed of all their possessions in the The Moorish Dance.
They return to the inn, only to encounter the disillusioned Aldonza who sings her denunciation of the Quixotic dream in the dramatic Aldonza. A fantastic figure, the Enchanter disguised as the Knight of the Mirrors, enters; challenging Quixote to combat, the Enchanter defeats him, forcing him to see himself as a pathetic clown.
     At home again, the old man who once called himself Don Quixote is dying. Aldonza, having followed, forces her way into the room, pleading poignantly with him to restore the vision of glory she held so briefly, in the song Dulcinea. Quixote, remembering, rises from his bed to reaffirm the stirring Man of La Mancha, but collapses, dying. Aldonza, having glimpsed the vision once more, refuses to acknowledge death, saying, "My name is Dulcinea."
     Back in Cervantes' dungeon the prisoners, dregs of humanity though they are, have been deeply affected by his story and restore to him his precious manuscript. Cervantes is summoned to his real trial by the Inquisition. The prisoners unite to sing him on his way with The Impossible Dream.

resume, sheet music (not from the show), photo (if available)

Don Quixote/Cervantes/Alfonso: Age range 35+, excellent singer, must portray 3 different roles.

Sancho/Manservant: Age range 25+, character actor and singer.

Aldonza: dominating character, must have wide range, legit and belt.

The Innkeeper/The Governor: Age range 35+, character singer and actor.

Dr. Carrasco/The Duke: very strong acting role. Must sing well.

The Padre: Age range 20+, strong singer

Antonia: Age range 18+, Alfonso's niece, strong singer, engaged to Dr.
Carrasco

The Housekeeper: Age range 30+, mezzo, character actress.

The Barber:  character actor & singer.

The Innkeeper's Wife:  Age range 35+, character actress & singer.

Pedro, Head Muleteer:  dominant actor & singer, must sing harmony well.

Anselmo, a Muleteer:  good voice, must sing harmony well, Soloist

Jose, a Muleteer:  good voice, must sing harmony well.

Juan, a Muleteer:  good voice, must sing harmony well.

Paco, a Muleteer:  good voice, must sing harmony well.

Tenorio, a Muleteer:  good voice, must sing harmony well.

Fermina, a servant girl:  moves well

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The Rimers of Eldritch

Lanford Wilson

Falcon's Eye Theatre at Folsom Lake College

September 15, 2008, 7:00 pm. First come first served.

September 16 and 19, 2008, by invitation only following September 15 audition.

October 6 - November 6, 2008, evenings and Saturday afternoons.

November 7 - November 23, 2008, Friday and Saturday at 8:00 pm and Sunday at 2:00 pm

10 College Parkway, Folsom, CA 95630

Auditions will be held in the Community Room, FL1-20. One dollar parking permits are available at kisosks located throughout the parking lots

916-608-6800
harrisd@flc.losrios.edu
falconseyetheatre.com

David Harris

A small Midwestern town is forced to face the consequences of two shocking crimes in this eerie drama. The lives of the citizens of Eldritch are exposed during a draining murder trial, as the story shifts between past and present events until the puzzle is complete.

Bring photo and resume if availbale. Not required.

All ages (over 16) needed. Looking for strong, experienced actors from the community as well as college students and newcomers to the art.
Students of Los Rios may peruse a copy of the play at the library reserve desk.

No

Rodger Hoopman's "Scrooge"

Rodger Hoopman/Rob Knable

Magic Circle Theatre

By appointment - please inquire by email

Please email sacsingr@sbcglobal.net with resume and picture, if available

Show rehearses Nov/Dec Evenings TBA

Dec 12-23 - Various curtain times, including weekend matinees

Performances at Roseville Theatre, Vernon Street, Roseville

916 600-4870
sacsingr@sbcglobal.net

Rodger Hoopman/Warren Harrison

Musical version of "A Christmas Carol", now in its 29th year.

Looking for one actor to portray Young Scrooge (age 20-35) and undertaker (heavy physical comedy) - Must sing well, choregraphed movement.

Also, one actress to portray Belle and charwoman.  Must sing well, choreographed movement.

possible stipend

This is a joint production of Hoopman Productions/Magic Circle Theatre - please do NOT contact Magic Circle for casting information

Six Degrees of Separation

John Guare

Falcon's Eye Theatre at Folsom Lake College

February 9, 2009 at 7 p.m. See postings on campus or call 608-6800 for location.

February 10, 2009 at 7p.m.  by invitation only.

March 2 - April 16, 2009, evenings and Sunday afternoons (no rehearsals during spring break)

November April 17 - May 3.  Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00pm and Sundays at 2:00 pm

10 College Parkway, Folsom, CA 95630

Auditions will be held in the Community Room, FL1-20.

One dollar parking permits are available at kiosks located throughout the parking lots.

916-608-6800
harrisd@flc.losrios.edu
falconseyetheatre.com

David Harris

Six Degrees of Separation is a tragicomedy that follows the trail of a young con man, Paul, who insinuates himself into the lives of a wealthy New York couple claiming he is the son of actor Sidney Poitier, and that he has just been mugged. Captivated by Paul's charm, they invite him to stay overnight. But in the morning the picture begins to change. Intrigued, they turn detective and piece together the connections that gave Paul access to their lives. Meanwhile, Paul's cons lead him into darker territory. As the final events of the play unfold they find that their once idyllic life was not what it seemed to be.

Bring photo and resume if available. Not required.

All ages (over 16) needed. One principal role must be filled by a male African-American actor in his mid-twenties. Looking for strong, experienced actors from the community as well as college students and newcomers to the art. Students of Los Rios may peruse a copy of the play at the library reserve desk.

No.

Under 18 must get permission from HS counselor and jump through other hoops.

The Sound of Music

Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hamerstein

Runaway Stage Productions (Broadway Stage)

September 7 and 8 at 7:00 pm

TBA

Sep 11 - Oct 30, 2008; Mon-Thurs 7:30-10:30 pm, Sat 1:00-5:00 pm, and Sun 5:30-9:30 pm.  Not every role is called for every rehearsal.

Oct 31 - Nov 23, 2008; Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 pm and Sundays at 2:00 pm

24th Street Theatre; 2791 24th Street, Sacramento

On 24th Street between Castro St. and 4th Avenue, just a few blocks south of Broadway, parking available on street and behind theatre.

(916) 207-1226
theboxoffice@runawaystage.com
runawaystage.com

Director - Bob Baxter, Musical Director - Jesse Valerio, Choreographer - Amber Jean Moore

Maria is a sweet young postulant whose love of freedom makes it obvious to her superiors that she is not suited for religious life. Thus, she is sent off to be the governess to Captain von Trapp's seven troublesome children. Unlike previous governess', Maria becomes friends with the children due to their mutual love of music. Soon, even the strict Captain begins to admire Maria. Eventually, the Captain and Maria fall in love and are married. Unfortunately, when the Nazis invade their homeland, Austria, the whole family is forced to flee over the alps to escape.

Resume and headshot (if you have them), sheet music for your song selection.  Pianist will be provided.

All roles are open;
Maria Rainer, Soprano (21-32)
Captain Von Trapp, Baritone (40-60)
Liesl, Mezzo (female 15-18)
Rolf Gruber, Baritone (male 16-20)
Friedrich (male 13-15)
Louisa (female 12-14)
Kurt (male, 8-12)
Brigitta (female 8-10)
Marta (female 6-9)
Gretl (female 4-7)
Mother Abbess, Soprano (40-70)
Elsa Schraeder, Alto (30-40)
Max Detweiler, Baritone (30-55)
Nuns / Ensemble and various cameo roles

No

General Auditions

Stage Nine Theatre

Sunday & Monday, Sept. 7 & 8 from 7:00pm to 9:45pm BY APPOINTMENT ONLY

717 Sutter Street, Folsom, CA 95630

Hwy 50 Folsom Blvd. and then take Folsom Blvd. to Sutter Street

(916) 353-1001
mikonpro@sbcglobal.net
stageninefolsom.com

Stage Nine Theatre will be holding general auditions for our 2009 season for both the Actor's Theatre and the Young People's Theatre. Shows under consideration include...

Actor's Theatre
•        Into the Woods
•        Hats
•        Born Yesterday
•        Mary, Mary
•        Ten Little Indians
•        Laughter on the 23rd Floor
•        Holiday in the Hills
•        Social Security
•        A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
•        Visiting Mr. Green
•        God's Favorite
•        and others...

Young People's Theatre
•        Charlotte's Web
•        Pinocchio
•        Rumpelstiltskin
•        Snow White and Seven Dwarfs
•        The Surprising Story of the Three Little Pigs
•        Gooney Bird Greene and Her True Life Adventures
•        Jack and the Giant Beanstalk
•        and others...

We will also be auditioning for our third annual 2008 Holiday in the Hills musical review.

Sunday Night Live with Dangerous Men/Dangerous Women

SacActors.Com

by arrangement

by arrangement

by arrangement

Sundays, 7-9 p.m.

William J. Geery Theater, 2130 L Street

Corner of 22nd & L Street, basement of a Victorian

916 739-0654
coach@SacActors.Com
SacActors.Com

Evan Nossoff

Life performers do their acts in between improvisations by the ensemble Dangerous Men/Dangerous Women. Needed are dancers, comeics, musicians, bands, etc.

Please submit a description of the act and a web site for our review.

Singers: Any style, high quality
Comics: Any style, very funny
Musicians: Any style except raucous amplified
Dancers: High quality

We are more interested in talent and skill than in particular style. We can, for example accomodate a classical singer and a blues band in the same show. We intend to be eclectic.

We also want the acts, which can range from 10-25 minutes, to have a unifying theme.

All artists participating share 30 % of gross, with a minimum guarantee that will probably cover gas money.