Here’s the lineup of community theatre performances for the week beginning Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2020. Upcoming shows and auditions are also listed. If I've missed anything, please let me know. Break legs, everyone! (Share freely!)
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LIVE THEATRE
“West By God” - The Marshall University School of Theatre presents the play written by Brandon McCoy on Jan. 24 and 25 at 7:30 p.m., and Jan. 26 at 2 p.m. at the Joan C. Edwards Performing Arts Center. In a small town in the Appalachia region of West Virginia, two different families grapple with issues of grief and love, memory and identity, and with the distance and time that both unite and divide generations.The new play by West Virginia native Brandon McCoy, “West By God” is a funny, heartwarming, and gut-wrenchingly honest examination of the divide between urban and rural America, and the kinds of prejudice and intolerance too often left unchallenged in our society. Tickets are $20 at the door, $15 for Seniors & Faculty, $7 for children 12 and under, and Marshall University students admitted free with a valid ID.
“The Sound of Music” - The Charleston Light Opera Guild and the Clay Center present the beloved musical in the Maier Performance Hall at the Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences on Jan. 25 at 7:30 p.m. with matinees on Jan. 25 and 26 at 2 p.m.
“Madagascar – A Musical Adventure, Jr.” - The Actor’s Guild of Parkersburg presents the musical Jan. 24, 31 and Feb. 1 at 7 p.m., and Jan. 25, 26 and Feb. 1 at 2:30 p.m. at Blennerhassett School at 444 Jewell Road in Parkersburg. Join Alex the Lion, Marty the Zebra, Melman the Giraffe, Gloria the hip hip Hippo and, of course, those hilarious, plotting penguins as they bound onto your stage in the musical adventure of a lifetime. Based on the smash DreamWorks animated motion picture, the show follows all of your favorite friends as they escape from their home in New York’s Central Park Zoo and find themselves on an unexpected journey to the madcap world of King Julien’s Madagascar.
Murder and Merriment (Interactive Murder Dinner Parties) For a complete list of upcoming murder mysteries, visit www.murderandmerriment-dot-com.
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UPCOMING LIVE THEATRE
“The Simon & Garfunkel Story” - The Marshall Artists Series presents the musical based on the best-selling duo. The show features a full live band and state of the art video projection and lighting. It includes all of their hits, including ‘Mrs. Robinson,’ ‘Cecilia,’ ‘Bridge Over Troubled Water,’ ‘Homeward Bound’ and many more. It will be presented on Feb. 5 at 7:30 p.m. at the Keith Albee Performing Arts Center.
“Madame Butterfly” - The Marshall Artists Series presents the fully-staged opera from Teatro Lirico D’Europa, performs with 30-piece orchestra and English supertitles. It will be presented on Feb. 7 at 7:30 p.m. at the Keith Albee Performing Arts Center.
“Junie B. Jones the Musical, Jr.” - Paramount Players will present the musical on Feb. 11 at 6:30 p.m.
“Waitress the Musical” - The Clay Center presents the Broadway touring show on Feb. 12 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $85.86, $59.11, and $37.61. Meet Jenna, a waitress and expert pie-maker who dreams of a way out of her small town and rocky marriage. Pouring her heart into her pies, she crafts desserts that mirror her topsy-turvy life such as “The Key (Lime) to Happiness Pie” and “Betrayed By My Eggs Pie.” When a baking contest in a nearby county - and a satisfying run-in with someone new - show Jenna a chance at a fresh start, she must find the courage to seize it. The Tony Award -nominated hit features original music and lyrics by Sara Bareilles (“Love Song,” “Brave”).
“Lincoln: An Opera” - A collaborative performance featuring the West Virginia Youth Symphony and (CYAC) Contemporary Youth Arts Company. Performances will be Feb. 14 and 15 at 7 p.m. These special performances are a truncated (1 hr. 15 minute) edition of the original opera by Mark Scarpelli and Dan Kehde, featuring the talents of Daniel Calwell in the title role, with leads by Maddy Solange, Christian McCormick, Nik Tidquist, Matt Connelly and Susannah Atkins, together with a large chorus and accompanied by the entire WV Youth Symphony.
“The Laramie Project” - The Marshall University School of Theatre presents the play written by Moises Kauffman & Members of the Tectonic Theatre Project on Feb. 18, 19, 20, 21 and 22 at 7:30 p.m. at the Francis-Booth Experimental Theatre in the Joan C. Edwards Performing Arts Center. In October 1998, a 21 year-old student at the University of Wyoming was kidnapped, severely beaten, and left tied to a fence in the middle of the prairie outside Laramie, Wyoming. He died several days later in an area hospital. His name was Matthew Shepard, and he was the victim of this assault because he was gay. THE LARAMIE PROJECT is a breathtaking collage that explores the depths to which humanity can sink and the heights of compassion of which we are capable. Tickets are $20 at the door, $15 for Seniors & Faculty, $7 for children 12 and under, and Marshall University students admitted free with a valid ID.
“Finding Neverland” - The Marshall Artists Series presents the musical that tells the incredible story behind one of the world’s most beloved characters: Peter Pan. Playwright J.M. Barrie struggles to find inspiration until he meets four young brothers and their beautiful widowed mother. Spellbound by the boys’ enchanting make-believe adventures, he sets out to write a play that will astound London theatergoers. The magic of Barrie’s classic tale springs spectacularly to life in this heartwarming theatrical event. It will be presented on Feb. 20 at 7:30 p.m. at the Keith Albee Performing Arts Center.
“The Colored Museum” - The Alban Arts Center will present the play by George C. Wolfe on Feb. 21, 22, 23, 28, 29 and March 1 at 8 pm on Friday and Saturday, and 2 p.m. on Sunday. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for senior citizens and students. The play is Rated “R” due to adult language and content. Making his directorial debut at the Alban Arts Center, Stuart Frazier brings “The Colored Museum” to the Alban Arts Center stage. In the play, African-American “exhibits” come to life to explore culture, identity, and stereotypes. The 1986 play is by African-American playwright George C. Wolfe. Serving as an elaborate satire of the prominent themes and identities of African-American culture, the play is set in a fictional museum where African-American figures are kept for public consumption. Told in a series of 11 sketches, each segment centers on a different “exhibit” in the museum. Exploring themes of racism, stereotypes, intra-community conflicts in black culture, and the ongoing legacy of slavery and segregation, “The Colored Museum” received overwhelming critical praise for its provocative subject matter and in-depth exploration of the African-American theatrical and cultural past.
“Follies” - Alchemy Theatre will present the musical the first two weekends of March in the Cabell County Board of Education theatre. In 1971, on the soon-to-be demolished stage of the Weismann Theatre, a reunion is being held to honor the Weismann's "Follies" shows past, and the beautiful chorus girls who performed there every year between the two World Wars. The once resplendent theatre is now little but planks and scaffolding. The reunited actors reminisce, perform old numbers, reignite old flames, and appraise relationships as dilapidated as the old theater - often accompanied by the ghosts of their younger selves.
“Titus Andronicus” - The Shakespeare tragedy will be presented in Charleston on March 5, 6 and 7.
“Mamma Mia” - Paramount Players will present the show based on the music of Abba at the Paramount Theatre in Ashland, Ky. on March 13 and 14 at 7:30 p.m. and March 14 at 3 p.m. Tickets are $20 and $30.
“Romeo & Juliet” - BlackRoot Theatre in Belle / Quincy, W.Va., will present the Shakespeare play. Performances will be March 27, 28 and April 4 at 8 p.m. and March 29 and April 5 at 3 p.m.
"You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown" - First Stage Theatre will present the musical based on the classic comic strip "Peanuts" by Charles Schulz. The show will be performed at the Pea Ridge United Methodist Church at 5747 East Pea Ridge Road in Huntington on April 3 and 4 at 7:30 p.m. and April 4 and 5 at 2:30 p.m.
“Mary Poppins, Jr.” - The Children’s Theatre of Charleston will present the musical based on the popular Disney movie and the Broadway musical. Performances will be April 2-5 at the Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center Little Theater.
“The Addams Family” - HART in the Park will present the musical at Huntington Ritter Park Amphitheatre in June 2020.
“James and the Giant Peach, Jr.” - Zadokite Woods Productions will present the musical based on the beloved book on June 25, 26 and 27 at the Barboursville Park Amphitheatre.
“Elf the Musical” - HART in the Park will present the musical at Huntington Ritter Park Amphitheatre in July 2020.
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AUDITIONS:
“Disney’s Moana, Jr.” - First Stage Theatre Company will offer auditions on Sunday, Jan. 26 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Pea Ridge United Methodist Church at 5747 East Pea Ridge Road in Huntington. Parts are available for young performers from the 1st grade through high school seniors. The musical is based on the beloved 2016 Disney animated film, bringing the adventures of Moana and her village of Motunui to life onstage. It features all the beloved songs from the film, written by Tony®-winning composer Lin-Manuel Miranda, Opetaia Foa’i, and Mark Mancina, including “How Far I’ll Go,” “Shiny,” and “You’re Welcome.” Here's how the auditions work: Singing, Reading and Dancing auditions will be held Sunday, Jan. 26 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. - arrive anytime during those hours to audition. Be prepared to sing a 30-second selection from the show song of your choice – you may bring sheet music if you have it, an accompanist will be available. Auditioners will be provided a short script to read (no need to memorize it, in the audition you’ll read from the page). Wear comfortable clothes and shoes - you will learn a short dance. The show will be performed on April 23, 24, 25, 26, May 1, 2 and 3.
“The Producers” - The Actor’s Guild of Parkersburg will hold auditions for the musical based on the Mel Brooks movie on Jan. 26 and 27 at 7 p.m. Please arrive at least 15 minutes early. There will be a couple of forms that you will need to fill out prior to the start of auditions. Headshots and resumes are NOT required, but if you have them, please feel to bring them with you. Auditions are OPEN to everyone. Please prepare 16 bars of music from ANY Broadway musical of your choosing (except THE PRODUCERS) to sing at the auditions. Bring your sheet music with you and have it marked with your 16 bars. An accompanist will be provided. Wear comfortable clothes or bring clothes which you can change into. Wear or bring shoes that will allow movement for the dance audition. The show will be performed on April 24, 25, May 1, 2, 8, 9 at 8 p.m., April 26 at 2:30 p.m., and May 3 at 6 p.m.
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