Wednesday, January 31, 2024

Cast announced for PETER AND THE STARCATCHER at Valley Youth Theatre



Peter/Boy- Aiden Haren
Molly- Parker Pitt
Blackstache- Jaden Sparkman
Lord Aster- James Nesbitt
Captain Scott- Donovan Denny
Smee- William Lovell
Bill Slank- Tanner Osborne
Mrs. Bumbrake- Christopher Sean Devous
Alf- Helen Nesbitt
Ted- Rob Foley
Prentiss- Luca Grasso

Storytellers (narrators, sailors, mermaids, creatures, Mollusk Tribe, and other roles):
Chase Carter
Jadyn Carter
Charlie Darling 
Charlise Darling
Lucian Epling 
Abby Fleming
Lucy Glow 
Sierra Ricks 
Jayvin Sumler
Tayson Toledo

Director: Mark Stoddard
Music Director: John Luke Osorio
Choreography: Kathleen Brazie 
Lighting Design: Tom Holberg  
Set Design: Dori Brown
Costume Designer: Karol Cooper 

Your first look at GHOST, THE MUSICAL at Fountain Hills Theater

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Madelyn Fickel, Tom Mangum and Raheem De'Angelo


photos by Patty Torrilhon

Auditions for PETER AND THE STARCATCHER at Mesa Encore Theatre announced for February 16 & 17



Mesa Encore Theatre will be holding auditions for their upcoming production of Peter and the Starcatcher by Rick Elice and Music by Wayne Barker on Feb 16 & 17 from 7PM-10PM. 

Tuesday, January 30, 2024

Auditions for 13 THE MUSICAL at Limelight Performing Arts announced for February 3



Limelight Presents: 13 the MUSICAL

SUGGESTED CASTING AGES 11-15

This coming-of-age musical was recently released as a movie on Netflix! Watch what happens when the main character has to move to a small town, navigating middle school and its complicated social circles.

Auditions via video by February 3 at 5pm or in person Feb 3 from 8:30-10:30am. 
Callbacks February 4 from 1-4pm

Rehearsals begin February 14 on Tuesdays 6-9 (leads only), Wednesdays 5-9, Fridays 5-9, and some Saturdays (times vary either 9am-1pm or 2-6pm. The Saturday schedule will be built around actor availability and announced with casting.)

Performances span April 12-21 – weekends and some weekday shows (6-8 total)

Directed by Wesley Bradstreet & Emma England

Review Highlights: SOME GIRL(S) - Scottsdale Desert Stages Theater

Nathan Spector and Suzanne Yatim Aslam
Photo by Jason K. Walz - Fourth Wall Photography

highlights from local critics reviews - (click link at bottom of each review to read complete review)

Click here for more information on this production that runs through February 4

"The plays of Neil Labute are known for their raw and truthful exploration of the darker facets of human nature. ...His play Some Girl(s), which premiered in 2005, centers on conversations between a man called Guy and five women from his past. With a fantastic cast and clear direction, Scottsdale Desert Stages is presenting a thought-provoking production that navigates the complexities of love, regret, and personal growth....Under Van Rockwell's sure-footed direction, the talented cast navigates Labute's sharp, truthful, and often biting dialogue with skill. Rockwell and his cast ensure that each of Guy's encounters with the women from his past is distinct, and the cast members clearly convey the complex dynamics of their characters' past relationships effectively. "  - Gil Benbrook, TalkinBroadway.com (click here to read the complete review)

Monday, January 29, 2024

Cast announced for REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES at Grand Canyon University


CLICK HERE for more information on this production, which runs February 2-11

Ana: Leslie Rosalinda Apolinar
Estela: Ruth Anna
Carmen: Paola Castellanos
Pancha: Isabella Ava Dorrington
Rosali: Keymi Crystal Guillen


Cast announced for THE PIANO LESSON at Black Theatre Troupe

CLICK HERE for more information on this production, which runs February 2-18



THE PIANO LESSON

CAST & CREATIVES


Patdro Harris

Director

Ken Love

Doaker

Dzifa E. Kwawu

Berniece

Rapheal J. Hamilton

Boy Willie


Jessica Ortiz Sanroman

Grace

Trevell McElwee Chappell

Wining Boy

Eric Banks

Avery



John Pene

Lymon

Aubrianna Carter

Marthea




Cast announced for GHOST, THE MUSICAL at Fountain Hills Theater

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Your first look at the national tour of JAGGED LITTLE PILL

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photos by Evan Zimmerman for MurphyMade

Review Highlights: ANASTASIA - Spotlight Youth Theatre

Zoie Moller and Eeshan Kumar
Photo by Tiffany Elyse Photography


highlights from local critics reviews - (click link at bottom of each review to read complete review)

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"Anastasia, the stage musical inspired by the animated film of the same name and the real-life mystery of the Russian Grand Duchess Anastasia Romanov, is a captivating musical journey through history. With a strong cast, firm direction, and sharp creative elements, Spotlight Youth Theatre delivers a winning production of this charming and compelling tale that transports audiences into a world of romance and mystery....Director Jack Taylor ensures the emotion of every scene is well acted by his cast, who all deliver warm and realistic portrayals...Zoie Moller's portrayal of Anya is touching and layered, capturing the character's vulnerability and strength....While Anastasia may have moments that slightly slow the main plot's momentum, it successfully brings the historical rumor and legend of Anastasia Romanov effectively to the stage. Spotlight Youth Theatre's gorgeous creative elements, vibrant character portrayals, and clean direction result in a crowd-pleasing production that provides audiences with an entertaining tale of adventure, love, self-discovery, and the endearing power of hope."  - Gil Benbrook, TalkinBroadway.com (click here to read the complete review)

WEEK AT A GLANCE: January 29-February 4, 2024

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