Saturday, August 31, 2024

Cast announced for NUNSENSE at Zao Theatre



Cast of Characters:
Sister Mary Regina (Reverend Mother): Donnalynn Maggio
Sister Mary Hubert (Mistress of Novices): Lizz Reeves
Sister Mary Amnesia: Rebecca Bryce
Sister Robert Anne: Cindy Rhinesmith
Sister Mary Leo: Robin Tye-Lennox

Director: Michael E. Bryce
Music Direction: David Thomas
Choreography: Laura Christian

Thursday, August 29, 2024

Review Highlights: JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT - Hale Centre Theatre

Jim Roehr, Brandt Norris, and Cast
Photo by Nick Woodward-Shaw

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 October 5

"The popular family-friendly musical Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, one of the earliest collaborations between composer Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyricist Tim Rice, is being brought to life in a vibrant and crowd-pleasing production at Hale Centre Theatre. It's an energetic show with many showstopping production numbers, featuring a large talented cast of many Hale regulars, including Brandt Norris as Joseph and Michala Montaño as the Narrator....The choreography by Cambrian James is lively, varied, and full of fun moments, complementing his direction, which is infused with heart and humor. James' staging creates a strong connection between the performers and with the audience, with both Norris and Montaño often singing directly to them, and he also doesn't downplay the emotion in the story which helps to convey the musical's themes of family and forgiveness. "  - Gil Benbrook, TalkinBroadway.com (click here to read the complete review)

Lighting Operator needed for RAGTIME at Fountain Hills Theater

 

Ragtime will run September 6th through the 22nd, with a possible extension September 27th, 28th and 29th. Performances take place on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30PM(call is 6:30). Sunday matinees are at 2PM, with call at 1PM.


Tech begins this Saturday. Dry tech, with crew only, from 10AM to Noon. A one hour break. 1PM to 4PM Full tech, with cast and crew.

Sunday is full tech with all cast and crew from 10AM to 1PM.

Monday is first dress 6:30PM to 11PM

Tuesday is second dress 6:30PM to 11PM

Wednesday is last dress 6:30PM to 11PM

Thursday is review - 6:30PM call/7:30 performance

Friday is Opening Night 


* Our dress rehearsals are normally over by 10-10:30, but we allow for running over if needed. 


This is a paid position. Please contact pattytorrilhon2@gmail.com!

Cast announced for THE TRIAL OF ONE SHORT-SIGHTED BLACK WOMAN VS. MAMMY LOUISE AND SAFREETA MAE at Black Theatre Troupe


CAST AND CREATIVES

David Hemphill

Director

Cynnita Agent

The Prosecution

Lydia Corbin

The Defense

Jessica Ortiz Sanroman

Victoria Dryer

LaTraye Meredith

The Judge

Paul Perkins

Jesse Reems & Variety of Male Characters on Trial

Regina White

Safreeta Mae

Kimberly Coleman

Mammy Louise



Wednesday, August 28, 2024

Final Days to get Early Bird pricing for this year's Zoni Awards Cermonies!


Your first look at 13 THE MUSICAL at Desert Foothills Theater







Photo credit: Rob Madden

NOW PLAYING! FINAL WEEKEND.
13 THE MUSICAL AT DFT
Welcome to the Summer Teen Dream Project!
August 29-September 1. 
The Holland Center
34250 N. 60th St. Scottsdale, AZ 85266

Tickets on sale now!

Introducing the Summer Dream Teen Project! 
13 The Musical features an all-star cast of passionate teens who came together to envision, create, and perform DFTs season opener! A directing team, musical director and choreographer supported and mentored the inspired work of a remarkable group of young artists. The result? A collaborative teen project featuring a wonderful production with a lively score, fantastic dancing and a few sweet surprises!

About the show...
Geek. Poser. Jock. Beauty Queen. Wannabe. These are the labels that can last a lifetime. With an unforgettable rock score from Tony Award-winning composer, Jason Robert Brown, (Parade, The Last Five Years, Bridges of Madison County) 13 is a musical about fitting in – and standing out!​

Evan Goldman is plucked from his fast-paced, preteen New York City life and plopped into a sleepy Indiana town following his parents' divorce. Surrounded by an array of simple-minded middle school students, he needs to establish his place in the popularity pecking order. Can he situate himself on a comfortable link of the food chain... or will he dangle at the end with the outcasts?

The cast is comprised entirely of teenagers, but the stories that come to life here are ageless, the emotions they explore timeless, the laughter and the memories they provide priceless.

Directed by Sandi Carll & Sebastian Stallone
Music Director, Jackie Paul
Choreographer, Chelsea Carll

13 the Musical is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com



Tuesday, August 27, 2024

Your first look at JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT at Hale Centre Theatre

CLICK HERE for more information on this production, which runs through October 5











photos by Nick Woodward-Shaw

Save on tickets for CATS at TheaterWorks!





Save $7 off tickets using our exclusive code - PHXSTAGES7


The magic of Cats is coming to TheaterWorks from Sept 6-22, and you don’t want to miss out!  

Tickets are selling fast, and now is the perfect time to grab yours with our SPECIAL OFFER!

Whether you're a lifelong fan or new to the iconic Andrew Lloyd Webber musical, this is a must-see event in the Valley!

MANY WINDING ROADS - Valley Players - October 4-18, 2024



Many Winding Roads
By Elias Matthews
Directed By Kaitlyn Kief

A car is there for you in so many important moments of your life. Moments of joy and triumph. Moments of loss and despair. Moments of love, hilarity, and growth. Many Winding Roads follows the life of a car and the many owners it has over a decade.

Performance Dates:
Oct. 4 - 7pm
Oct. 5 - 2pm & 7pm
Oct. 11 - 7pm
Oct. 12 - 2pm & 7pm
Oct. 16 - 7pm
Oct. 18 - 7pm

Ticket Link (Go On Sale August 31): https://www.valleyplayersaz.com/many-winding-roads

Phoenix College's Fall Playwriting Class

Questions? Email Instructor John Perovich at John.Perovich@phoenixcollege.edu

Cast announced for SIX THE MUSICAL:TEEN EDITION at Spotlight Youth Theatre

 

Save on tickets for STELLA AND LOU at Theatre Artists Studio!



Cast announced for RAGTIME at Fountain Hills Theater



AICHA BA- Sarah
BILL BENNETT- Harry K Thaw
CJ BLANKENSHIP- Coalhouse
PAOLA CASTELLANOS- Ensemble
RAHEEM COLE- Booker T Washington
BRITTANY FOSTER- Ensemble
ALEX GONZALEZ- Ensemble
ADAM GUINN- Tateh
BREAWNA HARPE- Ensemble
RICHARD POWERS HARDT- JP Morgan
KOLBY KELLY- Ensemble
KYRA KING- Ensemble
MARK KNOBLAUCH- Houdini
MICHAEL LEETH- Ensemble
HENRY MALE- Grandfather
KATHIE MERRITT- Mother
DANIEL MIGA- Father
SARAH CASSIDY OTIS- Ensemble
FELICIA PENZA- Sarah’s Friend
GRAYSON PENZA- Ensemble
ISABELLA PENZA- Ensemble
RACHEL PHILLIPPI- Little Girl
NIKKI REEVES- Emma Goldman
PAT RUSSEL- Willie Conklin
RAUL SANCHEZ- Sanford White
JESSICA SHEPLER- Ensemble
CHRISTOPHER SPURLING- Little Boy
SUZE ST JOHN- Houdini’s Mother
KORI STEARNS- Evelyn
LOGAN TALARICO- Henry Ford
SETH TUTNICK- Younger Brother
MICHAEL WALLOT- Ensemble
CHRISTIAN WILLIAMS- Young Coalhouse Jr

Monday, August 26, 2024

Auditions for LES MISÉRABLES SCHOOL EDITION at Spotlight Youth Theatre announced for September 8 & 9




Les Misérables School Edition

Winner of over 100 international awards and seen by over 70 million, this musical phenomenon is an epic tale of passion and redemption in the throes of revolution. Les Misérables School Edition – Performed October 25 – November 10, 2024, on the Spotlight Youth Theatre main stage.


Audition dates:
Sunday, September 8, 2024, at 6PM
Monday, September 9, 2024, at 6PM

Callbacks: Tuesday, September 10, 2024
4:30PM – Younger actors called back
5:30PM – All actors called back

Your first look at CLUE, THE MUSICAL at Arizona Broadway Theatre



























photos by Alexxis Grant, Timeless Present Photos