MURDER IN PARADISE - Silver Star Theater - July 9 - August 14, 2021

Silver Star is dying to bring you Murder in Paradise—a fun night of murder mystery comedy! 

You’ll be given a new identity, as you are attending a very special birthday party. Throughout the evening, you’ll witness a variety of crimes—including at least one murder—and it’s your job to figure out “whodunnit.” 

Bring your imagination and appetite!

Friday and Saturday evenings at 6:30PM

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Silver Star Theater announces Auditions for Actors and a Piano Player for their upcoming Murder Mystery MURDER IN PARADISE on June 5

 

Audition Notice

Actors and Piano Player

Show: “Murder in Paradise” – an audience-participation, comedy murder mystery.

Audition Date/Time: Saturday, 5 June, 2021. 1:00 – 4:40 P.M.

Location: Silver Star Theatre, 5247 E. Brown, Mesa AZ, 85205

The Silver Star Theatre will be holding open auditions for its upcoming production of “Murder in Paradise.” Actors should prepare a short (no more than one minute) comedic monologue and be prepared to read from the script. This is a fully-scripted show, but the performances do require improvisational ability, so be prepared with your imagination… as well as your headshot and resume.

Rehearsals will be held in the evenings during the week and during the afternoons on Saturdays, depending on the availability of the cast/theatre.

The production is scheduled to open on Friday, 9 July for an initial run of six weeks, with a possible extension. Performances are on Friday and Saturday evenings.

This is paid work: $50 per performance, plus $100 for the rehearsal period.

This production takes place in a large room (there is no stage) with up to one-hundred guests, all of whom have been given new identities for the evening and are participants in the story. 

The roles are as follows:

Calvin Winchester III (Male 45-60) -- Patriarch of the Winchester family: A game hunter from the old school. He organizes/leads safaris on the secluded Isle de Mortier in the South Pacific. He hunts for the joy of the chase. Great-grandson of Remington Winchester. Has a Texas accent.

Matilda de Mortier Winchester (Female 45-60) -- Calvin's wife. She hates the jungle, but loves the Winchester Manor (formerly the Chateau de Mortier), which has been in her family for generations. Her family had the status, but not the money, and was about to lose the de Mortier Preserve when she married Calvin. Has a French accent.

Reggie Winchester (M/F 18-30) -- Their son or daughter. S/He wants to inherit, then sell, the Manor, then move to civilization -- after s/he pays her/his huge gambling debts, of course. If s/he could grow up and become Thurston Howell III, s/he would.

Robert "Flash" La Rapier (Male 18-30) -- The fiendishly handsome photographer of the island's newspaper, with aspirations of becoming a filmmaker. Adopted son of Jacqueline La Rapier.

Claire Winchester (Female 18-30) -- The cowgirl daughter of Calvin and Matilda. Just returned from college, she will do whatever it takes to get what she wants in life. Must appear to be twenty years old.

Victoria Siren (Female 40-60) -- Cal’s former girlfriend. A former child star, once known as "The Gingerbread Girl," attempting to make a comeback as a serious adult actress, despite her complete lack of acting talent. 

Sidney Lumière (Male 28-65) -- French auteur director who has become more Hollywood the longer he's stayed in the business. He is doing research for his next film, in which Victoria Siren is set to star. He keeps his French accent hidden… most of the time.

Chives (Male 25-65) -- The Manservant of the Winchester Manor. Loyal, droll, and deadly accurate in his appraisals of personalities. He is rarely without his cup of tea nearby. He also serves as the Stage Manager for the production.

Chief Inspector Wes Chester (Male 45-60) -- This ex-San Francisco cop is an old friend of the Winchesters. He has seen the seamy underside of life and, years ago. took Calvin's offer to become the Chief Inspector of Police of the Island. He leads the investigation. (Played by the same actor who plays Calvin.) This role has a very large line load.

Magistrate de Liqueur (Male 25-65) -- A bumbling-yet-earnest French aristocrat who has risen to the level of his incompetence. Regally titled and royally broke. (Played by the same actor who plays Chives.)

Piano Player – Although the show is not a musical, it is accompanied throughout be a piano player – as in a melodrama. A score is provided, but “musical commentary” is essential and encouraged.

A CHRISTMAS CAROL - Silver Star Theatre - November 29-December 28, 2019

Join us at our 2nd Annual Production of Charles Dickens’ magnificent story. Featuring award-winning actor and singer Mark Kleinman and a cast of seasoned professionals, you will enjoy watching as Scrooge learns the true meaning of Christmas. The production is full of marvelous traditional carols… spectacular costumes… and ghostly special effects! A Christmas Carol is an ideal choice for anyone and is great for creating a holiday tradition. This is our gift to you at Christmas time…

”God Bless Us, Every One!”

Friday November 29 2019 at 5:30 PM
Saturday November 30 2019 at 5:30 PM
Monday December 2 2019 at 5:30 PM
Thursday December 5 2019 at 5:30 PM
Friday December 6 2019 at 5:30 PM
Saturday December 7 2019 at 11:30 AM
Monday December 9 2019 at 5:30 PM
Thursday December 12 2019 at 5:30 PM
Friday December 13 2019 at 5:30 PM
Saturday December 14 2019 at 11:30 AM
Monday December 16 2019 at 5:30 PM
Thursday December 19 2019 at 5:30 PM
Friday December 20 2019 at 11:30 AM
Friday December 20 2019 at 5:30 PM
Saturday December 21 2019 at 11:30 AM
Saturday December 21 2019 at 5:30 PM
Monday December 23 2019 at 5:30 PM
Tuesday December 24 2019 at 11:30 AM
Thursday December 26 2019 at 5:30 PM
Saturday December 28 2019 at 5:30 PM

All tickets include our fabulous buffet.

Box Office: 480-288-0300
5247 E. Brown Road, Mesa, AZ 85205 

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Scrooge—Mark Kleinman
Bob Cratchit—Tyler Maxson
Dick Wilkins, Rag Picker U/S—Bennett Wood
Young Ebenezer, Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come—Nick Williams
Tupman, Sparsit, Headmaster, Fred’s party guest, Rag Picker—Djuro Baich
Marley, Snodgrass—Nick Seivert
Topper—Nathan Barnhouse
Fred, Cart Vendor, Fezziwig Party Guest—Jared Kitch
Melissa (Fred’s Wife)—Jenn Myers
Tiny Tim, Ignorance—Ridge Maxson
Little Fan, Want, Cratchit Girl—Gwen Mason
Belinda Cratchit, Fezziwig Party Guest—Halle Mason
Peter Cratchit—Cole Maxson
Little Scrooge, Cratchit Boy, Boy with Sled—Bowen Maxson
Mrs. Cratchit—Linsey Maxson
Mrs. Fezziwig, Mrs. Cook—Melissa Van Slyke
Ghost of Christmas Past, Mrs. Dilber—Katie Lambert
Ghost of Christmas Present, Old Joe, Marley US, Snodgrass USBen Mason
Agnes, Mrs. Fulch—Toni Kallen
Belle, Woman #1, Guest Lady Fred’s Party—Victoria Fairclough
Fezziwig, Perkins—Zachary Diepstraten
Cratchit Girl/Ensemble—Aerin Mason
Girl in Courtyard/Ensemble—Belle Maxson

WHODUNIT? OR THEY HAVEN'T A CLUE - Silver Star Theater

A frightful new musical comedy, murder mystery, dinner theater experience for the whole family.

Each admission comes with Chicken Marsala, roasted red potatoes, vegetable catalina, house salad, and chocolate cake. If you need a vegetarian option, just call the box office after the transaction is completed to arrange it.  The host will guide you to your reserved table. At the table, guests choose their seats as they arrive.

Saturday at 6:30, through November 23, 2019

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Produced by Silver Star Theater, Mesa, AZ
​Directed by Nick Seivert
Musical Director:  Lindsey McHugh
Pianist: Lindsey McHugh/Tim Fiscus

Cast List:
Bill Bennett:                                   Rusty/Inspector Mustard
Nathan Barnhouse:                      Topsy/Plum
Delainey Phillips:                          Turvy/Peach
Heather Jubie:                              Shana Falana/Scarlet
Daniel Mckoutz:                           Tony/Green
Jesse Roan:                                   Lady Peacock/Det.White
Nick Seivert/Michael Claridge:  Wadsworth the Butler/Zoltan the Great
Toni Kallen:                                    Swing

Silver Star Theater seeks Leading Male Vocalists/Performers

Looking for Leading Male Vocalists/Performers for seasonal work from October 2019 thru Mid-April 2020.  The Silver Star Theater in Mesa, AZ, performs a revue with a live, in-house band, playing styles from Classic Rock, to Country, to Broadway, and Big Band. 

Looking for 1 to 3 Leading Man-type Male Vocalists to either carry the whole season or share duties—dependent on talents and availability.  Singing and light Movement/Dancing.

Please contact: Mark Kleinman at: mkleinman@silverstartheater.com for more information and to set up an audition.  Immediate Casting.​

audition notice - A CHRISTMAS CAROL and WHODUNIT? OR THEY HAVEN'T A CLUE! - Silver Star Theater - September 7

A Christmas Carol

The Silver Star Theater announces auditions for A Christmas Carol playing Friday, November 29 through Saturday, December 28, 2019.  This is a stage adaptation and musical play of the classic Charles Dickens’ novel with some singing, movement, and dancing.  This uplifting Christmas story teaches the lessons of redemption, change, and forgiveness and brings hope to all as we follow Scrooge through his reclamation.  This is a family-friendly story and is well-loved throughout generations.

The play is produced by The Silver Star Theater, is adapted from Charles Dickens’ book, and stars award-winning actor Mark Kleinman in his familiar role of Ebenezer Scrooge.  There will be 20 performances with most performances occurring on Monday; and Thursday-Saturday.  Please notice that there is a matinee on Tuesday, Christmas Eve, December 24.  Evening shows start at 7:30pm and matinees at 1:30pm.  Rehearsals will begin Monday, October 28^th and continue until Opening Night and will mostly be evening times with some days depending upon availability.  All performers will be paid.

Audition Dates & Times:

All: Saturday, September 7, 10:00am

Please prepare 1 minute of an up-tempo song.  Bring sheet music in your key, an accompanist will be provided.  No Accapella auditions.  There will also be cold readings from the script.  All those auditioning are encouraged to provide a résumé of their onstage experience and a headshot or recent photo. Audition sheets will also be provided.  Please bring a list of all potential conflicts including travel, etc.  Any conflicts with the posted schedule must be discussed with the Producer and agreed to by the Director before casting can be confirmed. “Open Call” auditions.

Callbacks:  TBD (as Necessary)

Audition Location

Auditions will be held at the theater located at 5247 E. Brown Road, Mesa, AZ  85205

For further questions, please contact:

Silver Star Box Office at 480-288-0300, or

Email:  mkleinman@silverstartheater.com

www.silverstartheater.com for schedule of shows

Whodunit? or They Haven’t a Clue!  
A frightful new musical comedy, murder mystery, dinner theater experience for the whole family.

Directed by Nick Seivert

Produced by Silver Star Theater, Mesa, AZ

Musical Director/Pianist: Lindsey McHugh

Audition Date & Time: Saturday, September 7, 2019 10:00am—everyone.

Audition Location: Silver Star Theater.  5247 E. Brown Road, Mesa, AZ 85205.

https://silverstartheater.com/  480-288-0300

Performance Dates:  Preview Friday September 27, 2019. 6:30pm 

Opening Night Saturday September 28, 2019. 6:30pm 

Regular performances every Saturday—Shows at 6:30pm.

No conflicts accepted for Performance Dates or the week before Opening.

Rehearsal Dates:       Friday, September 13, 2019, 6:30pm-9:30pm

                                    Saturday, September 14, 2019, 9am-12noon

                                    Tuesday-Friday, September 17-20, 2019, 6:30pm-9:30pm

                                    Saturday September 21, 2019, 9am-12noon

                                    Monday-Thursday, September 23-26, 2019, 6:30pm (Production)

                                                                       

Audition Requirements: Please prepare 1 minute of an up-tempo song. Bring sheet music in your key, an accompanist will be provided.  No a cappella auditions.  

There will also be cold readings from the script. All those auditioning are encouraged to provide a résumé of their onstage experience and a headshot or recent photo.  Audition sheets will also be provided.  Please bring a list of all potential conflicts including travel, etc. Any conflicts with the posted schedule must be discussed with the Producer and agreed to by the Director before casting can be confirmed. “Open Call” auditions. No appointment necessary. These are paying positions.  

Auditioning for Adult characters only.

Actors: A murder most foul has been committed…two in fact!  We have rounded up the Clue-sual suspects for this musical, mystery romp. Our company practices non-traditional casting.  Our actors are ensemble players, all working together. This is an audience participation show, so we value performers who can totally commit to staying ‘in character’ the entire night. We seek collaborators with a complete dedication to our Mission Statement, “We create happiness.” You may not be the best singer or dancer in the world, but if you can make us laugh, you may be the right person for the part. 

For More Information: (480) 288-0300

cast announcement - A CHRISTMAS CAROL - Silver Star Theatre

Scrooge—Mark Kleinman
Bob Cratchit—Tyler Maxson
Dick Wilkins—Jake Bonar
Young Ebenezer, Christmas Future —Kale Burr
Tupman, Sparsit, Headmaster, Fred’s party guest, rag picker—JT Ziervogle
Marley, Snodgrass—Nick Seivert
Topper, rag picker— Ben Tietz
Fred, Cart Vendor, Fezziwig party guest—Stephen Serna
Melissa (Fred’s Wife)—Danie Greif
Tiny Tim, Ignorance—Ridge Maxson
Little Fan—Lachlan Henderson
Want, Girl on Sled, Cratchit Girl—Gwen Mason
Belinda Cratchit, Fezziwig party guest—Halle Mason
Peter Cratchit—Cole Maxson
Little Scrooge, Cratchit Boy, Boy with Sled—Bowen Maxson
Mrs. Cratchit—Linsey Maxson
Mrs. Fezziwig, Mrs. Cook—Heather Fallon
Ghost of Christmas Past, Mrs. Dilber—Alaina Beauloye
Ghost of Christmas Present, Marley US, Snodgrass US, Old Joe—Ben Mason
Agnes, Mrs. Fulch —Alanna Kalbfleisch
Belle, Caroline, Woman #1—Jackie Brecker
Fezziwig, George, Perkins—Zachary Diepstraten
Cratchit Girl/Ensemble—Aerin Mason

Ensemble:
Ken Adams
Joshua Boenzi
Kayla King
Alex King

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