Altarena Playhouse » Join Us http://www.altarena.org Frederick L. Chacon, Artistic DIrector • 1409 High St. • Alameda, CA 94501 • (510) 523-1553 Wed, 17 Mar 2010 22:13:21 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 en hourly 1 Open auditions: Steel Magnolias & I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change http://www.altarena.org/2010/03/15/593/ http://www.altarena.org/2010/03/15/593/#comments Tue, 16 Mar 2010 02:06:44 +0000 Armando Fox http://www.altarena.org/?p=593 Call for open auditions for Steel Magnolias, directed by Richard Robert Bunker, and I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change, directed by Noah Haydon. Join us in putting up two great shows!

]]> Alameda Altarena Little Theatre is holding auditions for Steel Magnolias,
by appointment Monday, May 17th, and Tuesday, May 18th from 7:00 to 10:00.  Callbacks will be held May 19, 7:00-9:00. To make an appointment please email the director Richard Robert Bunker at richard.bunker@altarena.org. The Altarena Playhouse is located at 1409 High Street (between Central Ave. and  Santa Clara Ave.) in Alameda, California.
Steel Magnolias is a poignant and humorous look at life as experienced by a handful of women in the deep South.
Truvy Jones  (30’s-40’s). The wise-cracking owner of the beauty shop.
Annelle Dupuy-Desoto  (18-30). Truvy’s, assistant. Changes from meek, to wild to religious during the play.
Clairee Belcher  (50’s-60’s) Widow of the former mayor, a wealthy Grande Dame.
M’lynn Eatenton-Latcherie  (40’s-50’s)Shelby’s mother, a socially prominent career woman. Strong and motherly.
Shelby Eatenton-Latcherie  (25) Strong willed, passionate. Prettiest girl in town.
Ouiser Boudreaux  (50’s-60’s) Wealthy curmudgeon. Acerbic but lovable.

Altarena Playhouse is holding auditions for Steel Magnolias,a poignant and humorous look at life as experienced by a handful of women in the deep South, and I Love You,  You’re Perfect, Now Change, a modern musical comedy about relationships.  Non-AEA, stipend offered.

Steel Magnolias (Dir. Richard Robert Bunker)

Auditions, callbacks, rehearsals and performances are at Altarena Playhouse, 1409 High St., Alameda, accessible by public transportation.

Auditions: by appointment Monday May 17 & Tuesday May 18 from 7:00 to 10:00 pm.

Callbacks Wednesday, May 19, 7:00-9:00.

Rehearsals begin May 24.

Performances July 9-August 8, Fri. & Sat. 8pm, Sundays 2pm, Thursday July 29 & Aug 5 only at 8pm.

To make an appointment, or if you have questions, please email director Richard Robert Bunker at richard.bunker@altarena.org.

Characters:

Truvy Jones  (30’s-40’s). The wise-cracking owner of the beauty shop.
Annelle Dupuy-Desoto  (18-30). Truvy’s assistant. Changes from meek to wild to religious during the play.
Clairee Belcher  (50’s-60’s) Widow of the former mayor, a wealthy Grande Dame.
M’lynn Eatenton-Latcherie  (40’s-50’s) Shelby’s mother, a socially prominent career woman. Strong and motherly.
Shelby Eatenton-Latcherie  (25) Strong willed, passionate. Prettiest girl in town.
Ouiser Boudreaux  (50’s-60’s) Wealthy curmudgeon. Acerbic but lovable.

I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change (Dir. Noah Haydon)

Music by Jimmy Roberts, book & lyrics by Joe DiPietro, directed by Noah Haydon.  3 Men, 3 Women (20-45) Auditions are March 22 and  23 from 7-10 with callbacks on March 24 at 7pm; Looking for great actor/singers with good comedic skills. Some movement skills required as well. Non-AEA, stipend. Please prepare a 16 bar cut of an uptempo song and 16 bar cut of a ballad. Also prepare a good joke to tell. Small movement audition after singing. Performances September 17 – Oct.23.  Auditions will be  at Altarena Playhouse, 1409 High St, Alameda. For appointment/information, contact Noah Haydon at noahhaydon@gmail.com

]]> http://www.altarena.org/2010/03/15/593/feed/ 0 Altarena partner R&B Cellars featured in SF Chronicle http://www.altarena.org/2010/02/28/altarena-partner-rb-cellars-featured-in-sf-chronicle/ http://www.altarena.org/2010/02/28/altarena-partner-rb-cellars-featured-in-sf-chronicle/#comments Mon, 01 Mar 2010 06:11:46 +0000 Armando Fox http://www.altarena.org/?p=617 R&B CellarsLocal Alameda winemaker Kevin Brown and his wife Barbara, proprietors of R&B Cellars (whose lively wines you’ve tasted if you have attended any Altarena opening night receptions or our Fundraiser), were featured this weekend in the San Francsico Chronicle! We’re proud of our partnerships with local businesses, and thrilled that Kevin and Barbara’s family-owned winery is getting much-deserved recognition!

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R&B Cellars

Local Alameda winemaker Kevin Brown and his wife Barbara, proprietors of R&B Cellars (whose lively wines you’ve tasted if you have attended any Altarena opening night receptions or our Fundraiser), were featured this weekend in the San Francsico Chronicle! We’re proud of our partnerships with local businesses, and thrilled that Kevin and Barbara’s family-owned winery is getting much-deserved recognition!

(If you haven’t tried their wines, you owe it to yourself to do so…we feature them at all Altarena events!)

Thanks Kevin & Barbara, we love you!

]]> http://www.altarena.org/2010/02/28/altarena-partner-rb-cellars-featured-in-sf-chronicle/feed/ 0 Auditions for “Sylvia” and “I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change” http://www.altarena.org/2010/02/02/auditions-for-sylvia-and-i-love-you-youre-perfect-now-change/ http://www.altarena.org/2010/02/02/auditions-for-sylvia-and-i-love-you-youre-perfect-now-change/#comments Wed, 03 Feb 2010 03:51:06 +0000 Armando Fox http://www.altarena.org/?p=570 Open auditions for “Sylvia” (March 1-2, callbacks March 3, dir. Gene Kahane) and “I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change” (March 22-23, callbacks March 24, dir. Noah Haydon)!

]]> Auditions, auditions!  ”Sylvia” by A.R. Gurney,  directed by Gene Kahane. 2M (30-50), 1F (35-50), 1F (20-30); all ethnicities encouraged, Non-AEA, stipend. Prepare a 2 minute comic monologue, auditions are March 1 and 2 from 7-9 with callbacks on March 3 at 7pm; performances May 14-June 13. Auditions will be Altarena Playhouse, 1409 High St, Alameda. For appointment/information, contact Gene Kahane at genk40@yahoo.com

“I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change”, music by Jimmy Roberts, book & lyrics by Joe DiPietro, directed by Noah Haydon.  3 Men, 3 Women (20-45) Auditions are March 22 and  23 from 7-10 with callbacks on March 24 at 7pm; Looking for great actor/singers with good comedic skills. Some movement skills required as well. Non-AEA, stipend. Please prepare a 16 bar cut of an uptempo song and 16 bar cut of a ballad. Also prepare a good joke to tell. Small movement audition after singing. Performances September 17 – Oct.23.  Auditions will be  at Altarena Playhouse, 1409 High St, Alameda. For appointment/information, contact Noah Haydon at noahhaydon@gmail.com

]]> http://www.altarena.org/2010/02/02/auditions-for-sylvia-and-i-love-you-youre-perfect-now-change/feed/ 0 Auditions: “Bus Stop” & “Man of La Mancha” http://www.altarena.org/2009/09/26/open-auditions-for-bus-stop-nov-9-10/ http://www.altarena.org/2009/09/26/open-auditions-for-bus-stop-nov-9-10/#comments Sun, 27 Sep 2009 01:51:46 +0000 Armando Fox http://www.altarena.org/?p=411 Auditions for Bus Stop and Man of La Mancha, the first two productions of our 2010 Season, will be held in early November…have a great time acting in the theater you love!

]]> Bus Stop
a play by William Inge
Directed by Michael Ryken
Auditions November 9 and 10, 7pm.
Altarena Playhouse, 1409 High Street, Alameda, CA 94501
Callbacks November 11 at 7pm
Cold reading from the script.  Non-AEA.  All ethnicities are encouraged to audition.
Casting 5 men and 3 women.
Elma Duckworth – a waitress – female, teenager
Grace Hoyland – owner of the restaurant – female, 40+
Will Masters – sheriff – male, 40+
Cherie – a chanteuse – female, 20’s
Dr. Gerald Lyman – a former college professor – male, 50+
Carl – a bus driver – male, 40+
Virgil Blessing – a ranch hand – male, 50+
Bo Decker – young rancher and cowboy – male, 20’s
For info: phone/email

Announcing open auditions for Bus Stop, a play by William Inge, directed by Michael Ryken.

Non-AEA, stipend provided.  All ethnicities are encouraged to audition.

Auditions: November 9 and 10, 7pm.  Callbacks: November 11 at 7pm. Auditioners will be asked to cold-read from the script.

All auditions, rehearsals and performances will take place at Altarena Playhouse, 1409 High Street, Alameda, CA 94501. Altarena is convenient to public transportation. Rehearsals start November 16, performances Jan 8-Feb 6, every Fri./Sat. 8pm, every Sunday 2pm, and Thurs. Jan. 28 & Feb. 4 at 8pm.
Casting: 5 men and 3 women.
  • Elma Duckworth – a waitress – female, teenager
  • Grace Hoyland – owner of the restaurant – female, 40+
  • Will Masters – sheriff – male, 40+
  • Cherie – a chanteuse – female, 20’s
  • Dr. Gerald Lyman – a former college professor – male, 50+
  • Carl – a bus driver – male, 40+
  • Virgil Blessing – a ranch hand – male, 50+
  • Bo Decker – young rancher and cowboy – male, 20’s

For information or to make an appointment, email busstop-auditions@altarena.org

Auditions for Man of La Mancha

Open Auditions for Man of La Mancha Nov 15 & 16
Altarena Playhouse announces open auditions for their February/April 2010 production of Man of La Mancha, the Broadway classic about hope, the human spirit, and the power of art. Stewart Lyle will direct, with musical direction by Armando Fox and choreography by Christina Lazlo.
The production will feature a reduced cast of 12 (9M and 3W) and an on-stage, costumed, and mobile orchestra of 6 to take advantage of the Altarena space and make the entire show an intimate and immersive audience experience.
AUDITION/CALLBACK INFORMATION:
Non-AEA, Stipend provided. All ethnicities encouraged.
Auditions: November 15 and 16, 7–10pm.
Callbacks: November 22, 2–6pm, November 23, 7–10pm (if needed)
Location: Altarena Playhouse, 1409 High Street, Alameda CA 94501.
Convenient to public transportation!
Appointments and Further Information: lamancha-auditions@altarena.org
Prepare:
We are looking for strong singers! Be prepared to show off your “legit” sound. Bring a song in the style of the show, and have a second ready to go if requested, with at least one of them being up-tempo. Sing your best song or that most appropriate for the part you’re interested in first. Songs from the show are acceptable.
Please also have short dramatic comic monologues prepared and be ready to move.
Production Schedule:
Casting to be completed by November 24th with scripts, scores, and practice CDs in the mail (or other distribution TBD) by November 25th.
There will be a preliminary read-through meeting for cast and crew on December 14th. Costume measurements will be taken at this meeting.
Some musical rehearsals may be scheduled (around the holidays) between December 14th and January 11th
Formal Rehearsals start January 11th and will be Monday through Friday evenings, and Sunday afternoons, but typically four days per week initially. A detailed rehearsal schedule will be created, so people will only be called for the rehearsals as they are needed.
Performs February 26th through April 3rd, 2010, Friday and Saturday evenings at 8pm, Sundays at 2pm, and Thursdays March 25th and April 1st at 8pm.
There is an opening night reception on February 26th, and audience talk backs with the director and cast after Saturday night performances starting March 6th.
Seeking: 8 men and 2 women for the following roles (note that the roles of Aldonza and the Innkeeper have been cast):
Note that while not required, stage combat, martial arts, wrestling, and/or gymnastics training or experience will be a big plus for virtually all the roles.
Cervantes/Don Quixote/Alonso Quijana: Ideally reads about 50, tall and thin, a powerful baritone. The show’s driving force, he creates, tells, and portrays the story of Don Quixote using the prisoners in the dungeon as his players. Sings The Impossible Dream, I Am I, Dulcinea, others.
Manservant/Sancho Panza: Age contemporary to Cervantes, typically (but not necessarily) a shorter round guy with great, honest comic timing. A tenor or high baritone, sings I Like Him, A Little Gossip, others.
Captain/Prisoner/Muleteer/Moor/Mirror Fighter: Powerful, imposing man (either by size, presence, or both), he represents the armed power of the Spanish Inquisition. Sings in virtually all group numbers.
Guard/Prisoner/Anselmo (Muleteer)/Old Prisoner/Moor/Mirror Fighter: A pure beautiful tenor or high baritone, sings Little Bird and in virtually all group numbers.
Guard/Prisoner/Muleteer/Barber/Moor/Mirror Fighter: A comic tenor or high baritone, sings the Barber’s song and in virtually all group numbers.
The Duke/Muleteer/Dr. Carrasco/Knight of the Mirrors: Second in command of the prison, down on his luck noble now a prisoner of the Inquisition. He becomes one of the muleteers and then Dr. Carrasco, who attempts to cure Don Quixote with science. Sings Only Thinking of Him, and some group numbers. Baritone.
Prisoner/Pedro (Muleteer)/Moor/Mirror Fighter: A baritone and the leader and most dangerous of the muleteers, he sings in most of the group numbers.
Prisoner/Muleteer/Padre/Moor: Sensitive and compassionate monk played by a crazy prisoner. Beautiful tenor, sings Only Thinking of Him, To Each His Dulcinea, Requiem, and most group numbers.
Prisoner/Horse Dancer/Fermina/Antonia/Moorish Dancer: Dances/portrays a Horse or Mule in I am I and other scenes portrays the junior servant woman at the inn, plus niece and heir Antonia. Also dances the Moorish seductress. A mezzo/soprano, sings Only Thinking of Him, and most of the group numbers.
Prisoner/Mule Dancer/Inkeeper’s Wife/Housekeeper/Inquisitor: Dances/portrays a Horse or Mule in I am I and other scenes portrays the Innkeeper’s not-so-kindly and slightly unbalanced wife, the Houskeeper, and an Inquisitor. A mezzo/soprano, sings Only Thinking of Him and most of the group numbers.Altarena Playhouse announces open auditions for their February/April 2010 production of Man of La Mancha, the Broadway classic about hope, the human spirit, and the power of art. Stewart Lyle will direct, with musical direction by Armando Fox and choreography by Christina Lazo. Non-AEA, stipend provided, all ethnicities encouraged.The production will feature a reduced cast of 12 (9M and 3W) and an on-stage, costumed small orchestra to take advantage of the Altarena space and make the entire show an intimate and immersive audience experience.

Altarena Playhouse announces open auditions for their February/April 2010 production of Man of La Mancha, the Broadway classic about hope, the human spirit, and the power of art. Stewart Lyle will direct, with musical direction by Armando Fox. Non-AEA, stipend provided, all ethnicities encouraged.

Auditions: November 15 and 16, 7–10pm, by appointment. To make an appointment or if you have questions:
email lamancha-auditions@altarena.org

Callbacks: November 22, 2–6pm, November 23, 7–10pm (if needed)

Location: Altarena Playhouse, 1409 High Street, Alameda CA 94501. Altarena is convenient to public transportation.

Preparation:

We are looking for strong singers! Be prepared to show off your “legit” sound. Bring a song (16-32 bars) in the style of the show and most appropriate to the part(s) you’re intersted in, and have a second song ready to go if requested, with at least one of them being up-tempo. Songs from the show are acceptable. Bring sheet music; accompanist provided.

Please also have short dramatic and comic monologues prepared, and be ready to do so movement.

Production Schedule:

Casting completed and scripts/scores/practice CD’s to be distributed by Nov. 25. Preliminary read-through for cast and crew on December 14. Costume measurements will be taken at this meeting.

Some musical rehearsals may be scheduled (around the holidays) between Dec. 14-Jan. 11 depending on conflicts.

Rehearsals start January 11 and will be Monday through Friday evenings, and Sunday afternoons, but typically four days per week initially. A detailed rehearsal schedule will be created, so people will only be called for the rehearsals as they are needed.

Shows Feb. 26- Apr. 3, 2010, Friday and Saturday evenings at 8pm, Sundays at 2pm, and Thursdays Mar. 25 & Apr. 1 at 8pm. Audience talk backs with the director and cast after Saturday night performances, starting March 6.

Seeking: 8 men and 2 women for the following roles (note that the roles of Aldonza and the Innkeeper have been cast):

Note that while not required, stage combat, martial arts, wrestling, and/or gymnastics training or experience will be a big plus for virtually all the roles.

Cervantes/Don Quixote/Alonso Quijana: Ideally reads about 50, tall and thin, a powerful baritone. The show’s driving force, he creates, tells, and portrays the story of Don Quixote using the prisoners in the dungeon as his players. Sings The Impossible Dream, I Am I, Dulcinea, others.

Manservant/Sancho Panza: Age contemporary to Cervantes, typically (but not necessarily) a shorter round guy with great, honest comic timing. A tenor or high baritone, sings I Like Him, A Little Gossip, others.

Captain/Prisoner/Muleteer/Moor/Mirror Fighter: Powerful, imposing man (either by size, presence, or both), he represents the armed power of the Spanish Inquisition. Sings in virtually all group numbers.

Guard/Prisoner/Anselmo (Muleteer)/Old Prisoner/Moor/Mirror Fighter: A pure beautiful tenor or high baritone, sings Little Bird and in virtually all group numbers.

Guard/Prisoner/Muleteer/Barber/Moor/Mirror Fighter: A comic tenor or high baritone, sings the Barber’s song and in virtually all group numbers.

The Duke/Muleteer/Dr. Carrasco/Knight of the Mirrors: Second in command of the prison, down on his luck noble now a prisoner of the Inquisition. He becomes one of the muleteers and then Dr. Carrasco, who attempts to cure Don Quixote with science. Sings Only Thinking of Him, and some group numbers. Baritone.

Prisoner/Pedro (Muleteer)/Moor/Mirror Fighter: A baritone and the leader and most dangerous of the muleteers, he sings in most of the group numbers.

Prisoner/Muleteer/Padre/Moor: Sensitive and compassionate monk played by a crazy prisoner. Beautiful tenor, sings Only Thinking of Him, To Each His Dulcinea, Requiem, and most group numbers.

Prisoner/Horse Dancer/Fermina/Antonia/Moorish Dancer: Dances/portrays a Horse or Mule in I am I and other scenes; portrays the junior servant woman at the inn, plus niece and heir Antonia. Also dances the Moorish seductress. A mezzo/soprano, sings Only Thinking of Him, and most of the group numbers.

Prisoner/Mule Dancer/Inkeeper’s Wife/Housekeeper/Inquisitor: Dances/portrays a Horse or Mule in I am I and other scenes; portrays the Innkeeper’s not-so-kindly and slightly unbalanced wife, the Housekeeper, and an Inquisitor. A mezzo/soprano, sings Only Thinking of Him and most of the group numbers.

]]> http://www.altarena.org/2009/09/26/open-auditions-for-bus-stop-nov-9-10/feed/ 0 Artistic Staff Positions Available http://www.altarena.org/2009/09/11/artistic-staff-positions-available/ http://www.altarena.org/2009/09/11/artistic-staff-positions-available/#comments Fri, 11 Sep 2009 17:14:57 +0000 Armando Fox http://www.altarena.org/?p=388 Altarena is looking for various Artistic Staff positions for our 2010 season. Become a part of the Altarena artistic team and help create theater in our unique and intimate space.

]]> Altarena is hiring various Artistic Staff positions for our 2010 season. To apply, please email artisticjobs@altarena.org, stating which position(s) you’re interested in. Please include a copy of your resume or other description of relevant experience. We’re looking for dedicated, self-starter people with a passion for the arts who can work well as part of a team.

All positions provide a stipend; exact amount will be negotiated based on experience and other considerations.

Director – Bus Stop – Auditions early November. Show opens January 8, 2010. Please send resume to ( can you make up a email address and have it come here to me? ) Good opportunity for up and coming director.
Technical Director responsible for building all sets for each show. Must have own tools and transportation. Willing to work weekends and afternoons. Must be experienced. (Stipend)
Stage Manager  must attend all auditions and all rehearsals, runs the light board during  performances and keeps close contact with all production staff throughout rehearsal period. Transportation helpful, but not necessary since the Altarena Playhouse is accessible through public transportation. (Stipend)
Property Manager must gather all props for each production and run props during performances. Must have transportation and be a self starter. Should get long well with people. (Stipend)

Stage Manager must attend all auditions and all rehearsals, runs the light board during performances and keeps close contact with all production staff throughout rehearsal period. Transportation helpful, but not necessary since Altarena Playhouse is accessible via public transportation.

Property Manager must gather all props for each production and run props during performances. Must have transportation and be a self-starter.

]]> http://www.altarena.org/2009/09/11/artistic-staff-positions-available/feed/ 0 Auditions for “The Nerd” http://www.altarena.org/2009/07/11/auditions-for-the-nerd/ http://www.altarena.org/2009/07/11/auditions-for-the-nerd/#comments Sat, 11 Jul 2009 22:45:39 +0000 Armando Fox http://www.altarena.org/?p=265 Altarena is holding open auditions for Larry Shue’s The Nerd (dir. Richard Bunker), our Fall 2009 production. Auditions are July 13 & 14 from 7:00-9:00 PM, with callbacks July 20 at 7:00 PM. More information and audition details here.

]]> Audition details for Larry Shue’s The Nerd (Director: Richard Bunker)

We post all auditions to TBA, but you can be notified personally by signing up for our audition email list!

Auditions:  Monday July 13th and Tuesday July 14th, from 7:00 to 9:00. Please email RichardBunker@hotmail.com to set up an audition time.

Callbacks: Monday July 20 at 7:00

Performances will be Sep 18 – Oct 25, Fri & Sat at 8pm, Sun at 2pm.

Auditions and callbacks are held at the Altarena Playhouse, 1409 High St., Alameda. Actors will do cold readings from the script for auditions.

Play Synopsis:

Willum, an aspiring young architect has often told his friends about the debt he owes to Rick, a fellow ex-GI who he has never met, but who saved his life in Vietnam. Willum is delighted when Rick shows up at his house the night of his 34th birthday party. However, his delight soon fades as it becomes apparent that Rick is a hopeless Nerd with no social sense and even less tact. Willum’s normally placid personality is pushed to its limits, but just as he is about to go over the edge and take drastic measures to rid himself of his maddening house guest, a surprising twist sets things straight.

Character breakdown:

Willum (Mid 30’s)-Architect in Terra Haute, Indiana. Talented but little gumption. A nice, pushover type of guy.

Tansy (20’s-30)-Willum’s female neighbor. Career driven. Interested in Willum but not more than her job as a newscaster. Attractive and quick witted, but grounded.

Axel- (30’s-young 40’s) Willum’s best friend. Theatre critic and meddler of affairs. A razor sharp wit with impeccable comedic timing.

Rick (Mid 30’s)-The nerd.

Warnock Wallgrave-Late (30-50’s) — Willum’s number 1 client. Self made man with little imagination. Gruff and commanding. A man used to being listened to.

Celia Wallgrave (30’s) — Warnock’s wife, whose outward appearance of composure belies an anxiety ridden personality.

Thor Wallgrave -Their 10-year-old son. A strong willed brat of a child.

]]> http://www.altarena.org/2009/07/11/auditions-for-the-nerd/feed/ 0 Auditions for “The Spitfire Grill” http://www.altarena.org/2009/04/06/auditions-for-the-spitfire-grill/ http://www.altarena.org/2009/04/06/auditions-for-the-spitfire-grill/#comments Mon, 06 Apr 2009 22:03:41 +0000 Webmaster http://www.altarena.org/?p=221 The Altarena Playhouse will be holding open auditions for its upcoming production of the musical THE SPITFIRE GRILL. (Dir: Frederick Chacon). Auditions will be held May 10 and 11 at 7:00 pm with callbacks on May 17 at 7:00 pm. Rehearsals begin May 25. Performances July 10 through August 16. Auditions by appointment only. More info…

]]> Auditions for The Spitfire Grill
May 10 & 11th at the Altarena. All roles available.

The Altarena Playhouse will be holding open auditions (non-AEA) for its upcoming production of the Off-Broadway musical The Spitfire Grill (Dir: Frederick Chacon). Looking for 4 Women (two 20 -30, two 40 – 60) and 3 Men (two 20-30 one non-singer 40s). Please prepare a ballad and an upbeat song in folk/country style. Bring music in your key. Accompanist will be provided. Strong Harmony required. Details below:

The Spitfire Grill
Music & Book by James Valcq
Lyrics & Book by Fred Alley
Directed by Fred Chacon

Audition Dates:
Sunday, May 10 at 7:00 PM
Monday, May 11 at 7:00 PM

Audition Location:
The Altarena Playhouse
1409 High Street, Alameda CA — Map

Callback Date:
Sunday, May 17 at 7:00 PM

Rehearsal dates:
May 25 – July 9, 2009

Performance Dates:
July 10 – August 16, 2009
Fridays & Saturdays at 8:00 PM
Sundays at 2:00 PM

Stipend: $120 for the run.

Prepare two songs in a strong folk/country style. Women should have a strong belt to ‘D’. Bring music in your key. Accompanist will be provided. Strong Harmony required. Please bring conflicts to auditions.

Auditions are by appointment only. Email spitfiregrill@altarena.org to schedule an audition. No phone calls please.

About the show:
The Spitfire Grill, which premiered Off-Broadway in 2001, is one of the most heartfelt and uplifting musicals to come along in recent years. When a young woman is released from prison and decides to start a new life in a small midwestern town, she finds a place for herself working at the Spitfire Grill. But she – and the town – have old wounds that need healing, and it takes an unusual contest to begin pulling everyone together. A tuneful and stirring tribute to small town life, The Spitfire Grill is homespun, honest, and hard to resist. More details about the show on Wikipedia.

Characters:

Percy Talbolt – Early 20’s. Pretty, if a bit rough-edged , her face declares the strength of her youth and a sadness beyond years. Her accent has a southern Appalachian cadence. Strong folk/country belt to ‘D’, some head voice required.

Hannah Ferguson – 50 to 70 years old. A tough-skinned and flinty old bird with a short, no-nonsense manner bordering on the bitter. Mezzo/alto chest range.

Shelby Thorpe – Mid-30’s.A plain, soft-faced creature with a shy, almost ethereal manner. Shimmering folk soprano with a strong high belt to ‘D’.

Caleb Thorpe – Early 40’s. Out of work foreman of the stone quarry. Frustrated working man clinging to the past. Solid folk/ rock voice with an edge. ( Top ‘G’)

Sheriff Joe Sutter – Mid-late 20’s. A young small-town policeman with an appealing intensity and a restless nature. Strong folk tenor to a ‘G’ ( touches an ‘A’).

Effy Krayneck – 50’s. Postmistress and a busybody, a woman with narrow eyes and a sour tongue. Solid singer in mezzo/alto chest range. ( Carries close harmony)

The Visitor – Mid-40’s. A mysterious figure who never speaks. An actor with powerful eyes and a very strong sense of his body.

Auditions are by appointment only. Email spitfiregrill@altarena.org to schedule an audition. No phone calls please.

]]> http://www.altarena.org/2009/04/06/auditions-for-the-spitfire-grill/feed/ 0 Auditions for “A Streetcar Named Desire” http://www.altarena.org/2009/02/19/auditions-for-a-streetcar-named-desire/ http://www.altarena.org/2009/02/19/auditions-for-a-streetcar-named-desire/#comments Thu, 19 Feb 2009 20:06:06 +0000 Webmaster http://www.altarena.org/?p=144 Sunday, March 8 and Monday, March 9 at 7:00 PM. Callbacks: Monday, March 16, 7:00 PM. We're looking for 6-8 men ages 30-60 and 6 women ages 25-60. All ethnicities STRONGLY encouraged to [...]]]> Auditions for our upcoming production of “A Streetcar Named Desire” (Tennessee Williams; dir Sue Trigg) will be held at the Altarena on Sunday, March 8 and Monday, March 9 at 7:00 PM. Callbacks: Monday, March 16, 7:00 PM. We’re looking for 6-8 men ages 30-60 and 6 women ages 25-60. All ethnicities STRONGLY encouraged to audition. Non AEA only, stipend. Performance dates: May 8 – June 7, 2009, Fridays and Saturdays at 8PM, Sunday Matinees at 2PM. Read from script & be familiar with piece. No appointment required. 1409 High St. Alameda. Questions? Please email altarena.auditions@gmail.com.

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Director: Frederick L. Chacon
Musical Director: Rona Siddiqui
Choreographer: Christina Lazo

Audition Date:
Wednesday, September 17, 7:00pm-10:00pm

Auditions are by appointment only.
Click here for more information and to schedule an audition.

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