[Theatre Happenings] Area Theatre Happenings: February 26, 2008

Wed Feb 27 09:16:08 CST 2008

[To remove yourself from this list, please visit: http://lists.puckettpublishing.com/mailman/listinfo/announcements]

Theatre Happenings
in Huntsville, Decatur and Thereabouts

(Sorry this week's mailing is late... a little slice of "real life" got in the way! But we're still in time for the weekend productions..)

Welcome to this week’s edition of Theatre Happenings, a compendium of imminent productions in the North Alabama and South Central Tennessee area (for all the theatre-goers), as well as a head’s up about upcoming auditions (for all the actors, most of whom are also theatre-goers).
NOTE: you can also view this information as a web page (some mail programs remove formatting): 
www.puckettpublishing.com/theatre_events/theatre_events.htm

ACTORS. DIRECTORS. TECHIES. MUSICIANS.
All you theatre types (you know who you are!) take a moment and visit 
www.theatrepeople.org.  
“Give me your tired, your cold, your huddled masses/ Yearning to be listed in Theatre People.” This great experiment will work best the more complete it becomes, so please sign up! (And you know I’m gonna keep mentioning this until everybody does sign up!!)

Got a New Event?
Then scoot on over and use the form to send me the information. “Veeger requires the information”. So do I. 
Note: I only list events that theatre groups have submitted.
Submit a new event.

Summary of this week's Events
Details further down in the email. Clicking one of these summary links takes you to the event description on my website.

"Guys and Dolls" (OA) Last Weekend! 
"A Funny Thing Happened On the Way To the Forum" (TUAH) 
"Face 2 Face: Smoochy Face!" (F2F) 
"Movin' Out" (BTL) 
"Carousel In Concert" (DCC) 
"Cat On a Hot Tin Roof" (PT) 
"Cinderella" (BTC) 

"Shakespearean Shorts" (RT) 
"Bye Bye Birdie" (LCT) 

Directors Needed (TH) 
A Taste of Ireland (STAAR) 

Upcoming Productions

These are the shows either currently in production, or else coming up within the next two weeks.

Ovation Arts
Guys and DollsOvation Arts presents "Guys and Dolls".Date and Times: 

Thu Feb 28 7:30 pm 
Fri Feb 29 7:30 pm 
Sat March 1 7:30 pm 
Sun March 2 2:30 pm All performances at Ovation Performing Arts Center, 8006 Madison Pike, Suite #11B in Madison.Synopsis: Ovation Performing Arts Center is bustling with excitement in the preparation of Frank Loesser's award winning musical GUYS AND DOLLS. The winner of five Tony Awards, including Best Musical of the Year (1951), Guys and Dolls soars with the spirit of Broadway, and is considered by many to be the perfect romantic musical comedy. This production is ideal for audiences of any age.Directed By: Ellen WilliamsTickets: available at Ovation Arts or by calling 468-1632 or 468-1633. Ovation Arts accepts Visa and MasterCard, or you may mail a check and they will send you your tickets. Tickets are also available at the Ovation Arts Center, 8006 Madison Pike, Suite #11B in Madison. Seating is limited, so please get your tickets early.Contact: Call 468-0237, 468-1632 or 468-1633 or email ovationarts at knology.netwww.ovationarts.net

Theatre UAH
A Funny Thing Happened On the Way To the ForumTheatre UAH presents "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum".Date and Times: 

March 5-6 at 5:30 
March 7-8 at 7:30 
March 9 at 2:30 All performances at UAH Chan Auditorium.Synopsis: Broadway's greatest farce is light, fast-paced, witty, irreverent and one of the funniest musicals ever written. It is the perfect escape from life's troubles; a non-stop laugh-fest in which a crafty slave (Pseudolus) struggles to win the hand of a beautiful but slow-witted courtesan (Philia) for his young master (Hero), in exchange for his freedom. Don't miss this first musical at UAH!! Directed By: David HarwellTickets: Adults $10 – Students $5.00Contact: david at davidharwell.comtheatre.uah.edu

Face2Face Improv
Smoochin', Courtin', Sparkin', Smackin'Face 2 Face presents a bunch of Valentiney shows!Date and Times: 

February 29th - Sparkin', 7PM, JAVA JAAY CAFE, 1713 6th Avenue, Decatur AL, 256.351.8555 (Beside Big Bob Gibson's BBQ on Hwy 31). First TEN people at the door, see the show for $3 bucks) 
March 1st - Smackin', 7PM, ARS NOVA SCHOOL OF THE ARTS, 7908 Charlotte Drive, Huntsville AL, 256.883.1105 (two streets south of 'Rosies' on South Memorial) Contact: eugene at face2faceimprov.comwww.face2faceimprov.com

Decatur Civic Chorus
Carousel in ConcertDecatur Civic Chorus presents "Carousel in Concert".Date and Times: 

Saturday, March 8 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 pm All performances at Princess Theatre in Decatur.Synopsis: In Concert presentation of the music of "Carousel".Directed By: Betty RochaTickets: $20 night; $18 matinee. Tickets available online, at the door, or for groups of 10 or more (discounted) call 256 350 6887.Contact: phone 256 350 6877, or email edith at cookspest.com

Broadway Theatre League
Movin' OutBroadway Theatre League presents "Movin' Out".Date and Times: 

March 7, Friday 8pm 
March 8, Saturday 2pm & 8pm 
March 9, Sunday 2pm & 7pm All performances at the Von Braun Center Concert Hall.Synopsis: Told through the choreography of Twyla Tharp and more than two dozen of Billy Joel’s songs, MOVIN' OUT is the story of lifelong friends through two turbulent decades that change them and the world around them forever. Songs like “It’s Still Rock and Roll to Me,” “We Didn’t Start the Fire,” and “Pressure” all come together to weave a musical backdrop which beautifully complements Tharp’s innovative choreography. The songs and dance take audiences through a poignant narrative comprised of three main elements: post-World War II idealism, the Vietnam War and its subsequent unrest, and finally, survival.Tickets: $36, $46, $59, & $61. Contact VBC, or call 256-518-6155.Contact: phone 256-518-6155 or email info at BroadwayTheatreLeague.orgwww.BroadwayTheatreLeague.org

Princess Theatre
Cat On a Hot Tin RoofPrincess Theatre presents the Montana Repertory Company’s production of "Cat On a Hot Tin Roof" by Tennessee Williams.Date and Times: 

March 11, 2008  7:30pm All performances at the Princess Theatre in Decatur.Synopsis: Presenting the American classics for more than a decade, Montana Rep presents the Pulitzer Prize winning play by Tennessee Williams. A huge success on Broadway and on film, it is the highly-charged and moving story of a Southern family in crisis, focusing on the turbulent relationship of Maggie “the Cat” and her husband Brick.Tickets: $25-$40. Call 256-340-1778 or buy online at www.Princesstheatre.orgContact: Phone 256-340-1778 or email Cindy at princesstheatre.orgwww.Princesstheatre.orgwww.montanarep.org

Butler Theatre Company
CinderellaButler Theatre Company presents "Cinderella", by Mike Chappell.Date and Times: 

March 14 at 7:00 pm 
March 15 at 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm All performances at S. R. Butler High School Auditorium, 3401 Holmes Ave., Huntsville.Synopsis: "Classic" meets "new" in this musical retelling of Cinderella and the Prince, the evil Stepmother and stepsisters Laziolla and Whinella, a Fairy Godmother with a mind of her own, a narrating statue, and the Prince's stepping knights Slaythius, Nofearius and Ralph. It's the classic story like you've never seen it...written by local director, teacher and playwright Mike Chappell!Directed By: Amy Pugh PatelTickets: Children/Students $6, Adults $8. Order online!!Contact: Phone 428-7953 or email butlertheatre at gmail.comwww.butlertheatre.org

AuditionsOkay, thespians and thespian wannabees! Here's your chance to tread the boards. Audition opportunities are herein listed.

Renaissance Theatre
Shakespearean ShortsRenaissance Theatre announces auditions for "Shakespearean Shorts".Date and Times: 

Sunday, March 9th at 2:00 pm Auditions will be held on the Alpha Stage at Renaissance Theatre.Synopsis: Shakespearean Shorts is a troupe of actors who love the Bard. This year, they will perform at Panoply 2008, throughout the summer at various events, and end the year with a brand new showcase in conjunction with Renaissance Theatre. SOME OF THESE GIGS MAY BE PAID.Directed By: Jeff White and Joanna BroadContact: Email joanna.broad7 at gmail.com or phone (256) 665-6418 

Lawrenceburg Community Theatre
Bye Bye BirdieLawrenceburg Community Theatre announces auditions for "Bye Bye Birdie".Date and Times: 

Fri-Sat, April 18-19, 6-8 p.m Auditions will be held Coleman Methodist Church fellowship hall on North Military, 4 blocks north of the square in Lawrenceburg, TN.Synopsis: Familiar musical being performed the first weekend during the Centennial Celebration of Lawrence County High School in Lawrenceburg, TN, as entertainment for visiting alumni and general audiences. Continuing the next two weekends.Directed By: Dolly B. LeightonCast Requirements: Main roles available include Rose Alvarez, Kim Macafee, Conrad Birdie, Harry & Doris Macafee (parents), Randolph Macafee (juvenile), and a host of teens and adults. Singing required. Dancers also needed.Be Prepared: May bring a prepared solo. Will be asked to sing music from the show. Cold readings required. Auditioners are encouraged to visit our website for more info.Production Dates: July 5 & 6, 2 p.m matinees; July 11, 12, 18, 19, 7:30 p.m.Contact: Email joanna.broad7 at gmail.com or phone (256) 665-6418Website: Lawrenceburg Community Theatre

Other Events

Other events related to local theatre are listed here.

Theatre Huntsville
Looking For DirectorsTheatre Huntsville is now accepting applications for directors for two plays in the 2008-2009 season:

Neil Simon’s "Laughter on the 23rd Floor" in September, 2008 
Shakespeare’s "Henry V" in June, 2009 Send resumes along with choice of play to:
Theatre Huntsville
ATTN: Director Resume
P.O. Box 654
Huntsville, AL 35804-0654Contact: email smarsh3933 at aol.comwww.theatrehuntsville.org 

STAAR Theatre
A Taste Of IrelandSaturday, March 15, 2008, 6:00-9:30 PM at the STAAR Theatre & Center for the Arts on the Square in Pulaski, Tennessee.Synopsis: Games, Face Painting, Dancing and Door Prizes! A variety of Live Entertainment plus our “Old Time Radio Show” featuring "Fibber McGee and Molly" from 1939. Dinner featuring Shepherd's Pie, Irish Soda rolls, Punch and Desserts will be available for purchase along with our regular concessions.Tickets: Tickets are only $5 at the door so bring your whole family for an evening of Irish Fun!
Contact: For more information contact Lee Moore (931)527-3325 or Tammy Pierchoski at (931)363-8804.www.staar-arts.org 
Chuck Puckett, Esq., BS, ~MS, ThD www.puckettpublishing.com "The unexamined life is not worth living." (Socrates) "The unexamined faith is not worth believing." (Chuck) "Anger is a wind that blows out the lamp of the mind." (Arabian proverb) "I don't want to steal the show... I only want to borrow it for a while." (Chuck) 
-------------- next part --------------
An HTML attachment was scrubbed...
URL: http://lists.puckettpublishing.com/pipermail/announcements/attachments/20080227/99871623/attachment-0001.html