On Stage This Week, Upcoming Shows and Auditions

Here’s the show lineup for the week beginning Wednesday, July 31, 2019. 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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ONSTAGE THIS WEEK:

- "Shrek: The Musical" - The Charleston Light Opera Guild will present the musical based on the animated film on Aug. 2, 3, 9 and 10 at 7:30 p.m. and Aug. 4 and 11 at 2 p.m. at the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center Little Theatre.

- “Guys and Dolls” - Paramount Players will present the classic musical comedy on Aug. 2 and 3 at 7:30 p.m. at the Paramount Theatre in Ashland. Tickets are $18 and $25. 

- “La Cage Aux Folles” - The Actor’s Guild of Parkersburg present the musical comedy based on the French play and film La Cage Aux Folles, the US adaptation inspired the movie The Birdcage. It will be presented Aug. 2, 3, 9 and 10 at 8 p.m. and Aug. 4 at 6 p.m.

- Murder and Merriment (Interactive Murder Dinner Parties) For a complete list of upcoming murder parties, visit www.murderandmerriment-dot-com.

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UPCOMING LIVE THEATRE

- “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” - The Pea Ridge Players will present the musical / rock opera created by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice. It’s based on the story of Joseph and his coat of many colors from the book of Genesis. Performances will be staged at Pea Ridge United Methodist Church at 5747 East Pea Ridge Road in Huntington on Aug. 9, 10, 16 and 17 at 7:30 p.m., and Aug. 11 and 18 at 3 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults and $8 for children and senior citizens.

- “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” - Paramount Players will present the musical free at Ashland Central Park Amphitheatre on Aug. 24 at 6:30 p.m. and Aug. 25 at 3 p.m.

- “The Humans” - Portsmouth Little Theatre presents the play on Sept. 6, 7, 13 and 14 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available online at pltlive.com or at the door the night of the performances at 1117 Lawson Street.

- “Matilda the Musical” - Alban Arts Center will present the musical about an extraordinary girl who, armed with a vivid imagination and a sharp mind, dares to take a stand and change her own destiny. Show Dates: Sept. 13, 14, 15, 20, 21 and 22 at the Alban Arts Center in St Albans, W.Va.

- “Avon-by-the-Sea” - CYAC presents a new play by Dan Kehde about a decades old crime and the disillusionment of a young girl. It will be presented September 26 - October 5 at the Elk City Playhouse at 218 West Washington Street in Charleston. 

- “Disney’s Frozen, Jr.” - First Stage Theatre Company present the musical based on the beloved animated film as part of the 30th season for Huntington’s long-running children’s theatre. Shows will be presented October 11-13 and 18-20 at the Huntington High School auditorium at 1 Highlander Way.

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AUDITIONS:

- “Disney’s Frozen, Jr.” - Paramount Players will hold auditions for ages 8-18. Auditions will be held at the Paramount Arts Center on Aug. 5 at 5 p.m. You may pick up music at The Paramount Arts Center Box Office in Ashland, Ky., during normal box office hours: Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. During auditions participants will be asked to learn and perform a dance combination as well read from the script.

- “Aida” - West Virginia State University will hold auditions for the musical by Elton John and Tim Rice. Auditions are open to the community. Auditions will be offered for actors, singers, dancers August 15 and 16 at 5 p.m. at the Davis Fine Arts Theatre, WVSU. For more information, contact; Susan Marrash-Minnerly, srkmminnerly@gmail.com or Dirk Johnson, djohnson17@wvstateu.edu . Performances are Nov. 19-22.

- “Dark of the Moon” - Alchemy Theatre Troupe will hold auditions for the Appalachian folk drama on Saturday, Aug. 17 at 2 p.m. and Monday, Aug. 19 at 7:30 p.m. at Pea Ridge United Methodist Church at 5747 East Pea Ridge Road in Huntington. Directed by Robert Hutchens, the play by Howard Richardson and William Berney tells the story of John, the Witch Boy, who falls in love with a human Barbara Allen. The play is a blend of folklore, fantasy, and Appalachian culture and includes many musical numbers from square dances, mountain ballads, and hymns. The cast of 25 includes roles for actors and/or singers and/or dancers of all genders, ages 15 and up.  Some roles are non-singing, some are non-speaking, so people of a variety of talents are encouraged to audition. Performances will be Sept. 27 and 28 and Oct. 4 and 5 at the Barboursville Park Amphitheater. The audition will consist of cold reading from the script and a prepared song. A folk song or hymn would be appropriate. Accompaniment is not necessary. For further information about the auditions, call the director, Robert Hutchens, at 865-686-2743.

New Lineup for the Marshall Artists Series

       The Marshall Artists Series has rolled out its lineup for the coming fall and spring, and as always, there are some gems in there for theatre fans.

   The lineup includes the Carole King musical Beautiful on Oct. 9, the Ultimate Queen Celebration on Oct. 22, Cirque Musica – Holiday Wishes on Dec. 9,  The Simon & Garfunkel Story on Feb. 5, Madame Butterfly on Feb. 7, Finding Neverland on Feb. 20, and Waitress on April 27.

   Start planning your schedule! 

Shows On Stage This Week, Upcoming Shows and Auditions

Here’s the show lineup for the week beginning Wednesday, July 24, 2019. Upcoming shows and auditions are also listed. If I've missed anything, please let me know. 

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ONSTAGE THIS WEEK:

- “Disney’s The Little Mermaid” and “Disney’s Frozen, Jr.” - Huntington Area Regional Theater and the Greater Huntington Park & Recreation District will present two musicals at the Ritter Park Amphitheatre on July 26, 27 and 28. Gates open at 6:30 p.m. for the Disney's Frozen Jr. Pre-Show at 7:00 p.m. and Disney's The Little Mermaid at 8:30 p.m. Tickets are $15 for Adults, $12 for Seniors (60+) and Children (2-12), and $10 for Groups (10+).

- “Macbeth” - Alban Arts Center presents the Shakespeare play at St. Albans City Park Amphitheatre on July 26 and 27 at 8 p.m.  Tickets are $10 each.

- “Deadly Divide - The Hatfield / McCoy Story” - The Aracoma Story presents the outdoor drama at the Liz Spurlock Amphitheater at Chief Logan State Park on July 25, 26, 27 and 28. All shows start at 8:30 p.m. The Hatfield / McCoy feud involved two rural families of the West Virginia / Kentucky area along the Tug Fork of the Big Sandy River in the years from 1863 to 1891. The Hatfields of West Virginia were led by William Anderson "Devil Anse" Hatfield while the McCoys of Kentucky were under the leadership of Randolph "Ole Ran'l" McCoy. More than a century later, the feud has become synonymous with the perils of family honor, justice, and revenge, recently brought to light again from this brand new production.

- “La Cage Aux Folles” - The Actor’s Guild of Parkersburg present the musical comedy based on the French play and film La Cage Aux Folles, the US adaptation inspired the movie The Birdcage. It will be presented July 26, 27, Aug. 2, 3, 9 and 10 at 8 p.m., July 28 at 2:30 p.m., and Aug. 4 at 6 p.m.

- Murder and Merriment (Interactive Murder Dinner Parties) For a complete list of upcoming murder parties, visit www.murderandmerriment-dot-com.

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UPCOMING LIVE THEATRE

- "Shrek: The Musical" - The Charleston Light Opera Guild will present the musical based on the animated film on August 2, 3, 4, 9, 10 and 11, 2019, at the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center Little Theatre.

- “Guys and Dolls” - Paramount Players will present the classic musical comedy on Aug. 2 and 3 at 7:30 p.m. at the Paramount Theatre in Ashland. Tickets are $18 and $25.

- “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” - The Pea Ridge Players will present the musical / rock opera created by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice. It’s based on the story of Joseph and his coat of many colors from the book of Genesis. Performances will be staged at Pea Ridge United Methodist Church at 5747 East Pea Ridge Road in Huntington on Aug. 9, 10, 16 and 17 at 7:30 p.m., and Aug. 11 and 18 at 3 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults and $8 for children and senior citizens.

- “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” - Paramount Players will present the musical free at Ashland Central Park Amphitheatre on Aug. 24 at 6:30 p.m. and Aug. 25 at 3 p.m.

- “The Humans” - Portsmouth Little Theatre presents the play on Sept. 6, 7, 13 and 14 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available online at pltlive.com or at the door the night of the performances at 1117 Lawson Street.

- “Matilda the Musical” - Alban Arts Center will present the musical about an extraordinary girl who, armed with a vivid imagination and a sharp mind, dares to take a stand and change her own destiny. Show Dates: Sept. 13, 14, 15, 20, 21 and 22 at the Alban Arts Center in St Albans, W.Va.

- “Disney’s Frozen, Jr.” - First Stage Theatre Company present the musical based on the beloved animated film as part of the 30th season for Huntington’s long-running children’s theatre. Shows will be presented October 11-13 and 18-20 at the Huntington High School auditorium at 1 Highlander Way.

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AUDITIONS:

- “Disney’s Frozen, Jr.” - Paramount Players will hold auditions for ages 8-18. Auditions will be held at the Paramount Arts Center on Aug. 5 at 5 p.m. You may pick up music at The Paramount Arts Center Box Office in Ashland, Ky., during normal box office hours: Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. During auditions participants will be asked to learn and perform a dance combination as well read from the script.

- “Aida” - West Virginia State University will hold auditions for the musical by Elton John and Tim Rice. Auditions are open to the community. Auditions will be offered for actors, singers, dancers August 15 and 16 at 5 p.m. at the Davis Fine Arts Theatre, WVSU. For more information, contact; Susan Marrash-Minnerly, srkmminnerly@gmail.com or Dirk Johnson, djohnson17@wvstateu.edu . Performances are Nov. 19-22.

Shows This Week, Upcoming Shows and Auditions

Here’s the show lineup for the week beginning Wednesday, July 17, 2019. 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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ONSTAGE THIS WEEK:

- “Disney’s The Little Mermaid” and “Disney’s Frozen, Jr.” - Huntington Area Regional Theater and the Greater Huntington Park & Recreation District will present two musicals at the Ritter Park Amphitheatre on July 19, 20, 21, 26, 27 and 28. Gates open at 6:30 p.m. for the Disney's Frozen Jr. Pre-Show at 7:00 p.m. and Disney's The Little Mermaid at 8:30 p.m. Tickets are $15 for Adults, $12 for Seniors (60+) and Children (2-12), and $10 for Groups (10+).

- “Macbeth” - Alban Arts Center presents the Shakespeare play at St. Albans City Park Amphitheatre on July 19, 20, 26 and 27 at 8 p.m.  Tickets are $10 each.

- “Deadly Divide - The Hatfield / McCoy Story” - The Aracoma Story presents the outdoor drama at the Liz Spurlock Amphitheater at Chief Logan State Park on July 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 27 and 28. All shows start at 8:30 p.m. The Hatfield / McCoy feud involved two rural families of the West Virginia / Kentucky area along the Tug Fork of the Big Sandy River in the years from 1863 to 1891. The Hatfields of West Virginia were led by William Anderson "Devil Anse" Hatfield while the McCoys of Kentucky were under the leadership of Randolph "Ole Ran'l" McCoy. More than a century later, the feud has become synonymous with the perils of family honor, justice, and revenge, recently brought to light again from this brand new production.

- Murder and Merriment (Interactive Murder Dinner Parties) For a complete list of upcoming murder parties, visit www.murderandmerriment-dot-com.

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UPCOMING LIVE THEATRE

- “La Cage Aux Folles” - The Actor’s Guild of Parkersburg present the musical comedy based on the French play and film La Cage Aux Folles, the US adaptation inspired the movie The Birdcage. It will be presented July 26, 27, Aug. 2, 3, 9 and 10 at 8 p.m., July 28 at 2:30 p.m., and Aug. 4 at 6 p.m.

- "Shrek: The Musical" - The Charleston Light Opera Guild will present the musical based on the animated film on August 2, 3, 4, 9, 10 and 11, 2019, at the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center Little Theatre.

- “Guys and Dolls” - Paramount Players will present the classic musical comedy on Aug. 2 and 3 at 7:30 p.m. at the Paramount Theatre in Ashland. Tickets are $18 and $25.

- “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” - The Pea Ridge Players will present the musical / rock opera created by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice. It’s based on the story of Joseph and his coat of many colors from the book of Genesis. Performances will be staged at Pea Ridge United Methodist Church at 5747 East Pea Ridge Road in Huntington on Aug. 9, 10, 16 and 17 at 7:30 p.m., and Aug. 11 and 18 at 3 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults and $8 for children and senior citizens.

- “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” - Paramount Players will present the musical free at Ashland Central Park Amphitheatre on Aug. 24 at 6:30 p.m. and Aug. 25 at 3 p.m.

- “The Humans” - Portsmouth Little Theatre presents the play on Sept. 6, 7, 13 and 14 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available online at pltlive.com or at the door the night of the performances at 1117 Lawson Street.

- “Matilda the Musical” - Alban Arts Center will present the musical about an extraordinary girl who, armed with a vivid imagination and a sharp mind, dares to take a stand and change her own destiny. Show Dates: Sept. 13, 14, 15, 20, 21 and 22 at the Alban Arts Center in St Albans, W.Va.

- “Disney’s Frozen, Jr.” - First Stage Theatre Company present the musical based on the beloved animated film as part of the 30th season for Huntington’s long-running children’s theatre. Shows will be presented October 11-13 and 18-20 at the Huntington High School auditorium at 1 Highlander Way.

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AUDITIONS:

- “Aida” - West Virginia State University will hold auditions for the musical by Elton John and Tim Rice. Auditions are open to the community. Auditions will be offered for actors, singers, dancers August 15 and 16 at 5 p.m. at the Davis Fine Arts Theatre, WVSU. For more information, contact; Susan Marrash-Minnerly, srkmminnerly@gmail.com or Dirk Johnson, djohnson17@wvstateu.edu . Performances are Nov. 19-22.

First Stage Scholarships Awarded for 2019

     Huntington's First Stage Theatre Company has awarded $1000 scholarships to two graduating seniors. Olivia Fosson received the Jim Stone Memorial Scholarship and Shannon Rawlinson received the Leslie McElroy Memorial Scholarship. 

    Both actors have been part of dozens of First Stage shows - most recently Fosson starred in “Disney’s Newsies” and Rawlinson starred in “Shrek the Musical.”

     First Stage sponsors the scholarships to honor the memory of two dear friends: Jim Stone, a longtime supporter of the arts and mentor to local children in the performing arts; and Leslie McElroy, who was a great supporter of community theatre as a producer, actor and board member of First Stage.    

     Each scholarship awards $1000 to a new or current full-time student who is studying dramatic or performing arts at a college, university or certified school of the performing arts. Applicants must have been involved with at least one First Stage Theatre Company show, either on-stage (as a performer) or off-stage (as a member of the tech crew). 

     The First Stage Theatre Company is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing an educational, developmental experience for young people through the performing arts.

On Stage This Week, Upcoming Shows and Auditions!

   Here’s the show lineup for the week, beginning Wednesday, July 10, 2019. Upcoming shows and auditions are also listed. If I've missed anything, please let me know. 

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ONSTAGE THIS WEEK:

- "Roald Dahl's Willie Wonka Jr." - Kanawha Players in collaboration with BlackRoot Theatre Company presents the beloved musical July 12 and 13 at 7 p.m. and July 14 at 2 p.m. It will be presented at: BlackRoot Theatre Company at 2700 E Dupont Avenue #3C in Belle, WV (The Quincy Center). BlackRoot Theatre Company is The Kanawha Valley's newest community theater. "Building empowerment, and literacy through live entertainment."

- “Disney’s The Little Mermaid” and “Disney’s Frozen, Jr.” - Huntington Area Regional Theater and the Greater Huntington Park & Recreation District will present two musicals at the Ritter Park Amphitheatre on July 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21, 26, 27 and 28. Gates open at 6:30 p.m. for the Disney's Frozen Jr. Pre-Show at 7:00 p.m. and Disney's The Little Mermaid at 8:30 p.m. Tickets are $15 for Adults, $12 for Seniors (60+) and Children (2-12), and $10 for Groups (10+).

- “Deadly Divide - The Hatfield / McCoy Story” - The Aracoma Story presents the outdoor drama at the Liz Spurlock Amphitheater at Chief Logan State Park on July 11, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 27 and 28. All shows start at 8:30 p.m. The Hatfield / McCoy feud involved two rural families of the West Virginia / Kentucky area along the Tug Fork of the Big Sandy River in the years from 1863 to 1891. The Hatfields of West Virginia were led by William Anderson "Devil Anse" Hatfield while the McCoys of Kentucky were under the leadership of Randolph "Ole Ran'l" McCoy. More than a century later, the feud has become synonymous with the perils of family honor, justice, and revenge, recently brought to light again from this brand new production.

- Murder and Merriment (Interactive Murder Dinner Parties) For a complete list of upcoming murder parties, visit www.murderandmerriment-dot-com.

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UPCOMING LIVE THEATRE

- “Macbeth” - Alban Arts Center presents the Shakespeare play at St. Albans City Park Amphitheatre on July 19, 20, 26 and 27 at 8 p.m.  Tickets are $10 each.

- "Shrek: The Musical" - The Charleston Light Opera Guild will present the musical based on the animated film on August 2, 3, 4, 9, 10 and 11, 2019, at the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center Little Theatre.

- “Guys and Dolls” - Paramount Players will present the classic musical comedy on Aug. 2 and 3 at 7:30 p.m. at the Paramount Theatre in Ashland. Tickets are $18 and $25.

- “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” - The Pea Ridge Players will present the musical / rock opera created by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice. It’s based on the story of Joseph and his coat of many colors from the book of Genesis. Performances will be staged at Pea Ridge United Methodist Church at 5747 East Pea Ridge Road in Huntington on Aug. 9, 10, 16 and 17 at 7:30 p.m., and Aug. 11 and 18 at 3 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults and $8 for children and senior citizens.

- “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” - Paramount Players will present the musical free at Ashland Central Park Amphitheatre on Aug. 24 at 6:30 p.m. and Aug. 25 at 3 p.m.

- “The Humans” - Portsmouth Little Theatre presents the play on Sept. 6, 7, 13 and 14 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available online at pltlive.com or at the door the night of the performances at 1117 Lawson Street.

- “Disney’s Frozen, Jr.” - First Stage Theatre Company present the musical based on the beloved animated film as part of the 30th season for Huntington’s long-running children’s theatre. Shows will be presented October 11-13 and 18-20 at the Huntington High School auditorium at 1 Highlander Way.

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AUDITIONS:

- “Matilda the Musical” - Alban Arts Center will hold auditions for the musical about an extraordinary girl who, armed with a vivid imagination and a sharp mind, dares to take a stand and change her own destiny. Auditions will be July 13 from  1 p.m. to 3 p.m. and July 14 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Show Dates: Sept. 13, 14, 15, 20, 21, 22 and school shows on September 13 and 20. Those auditioning are encouraged to prepare a short 1-2 minute monologue, as well as prepare 16 bars of music.  There will be a callback on Monday, July 15 at 6 p.m. for those who make it through to the second round. They will be casting actors aged 8 years old and up.

- “Aida” - West Virginia State University will hold auditions for the musical by Elton John and Tim Rice. Auditions are open to the community. Auditions will be offered for actors, singers, dancers August 15 and 16 at 5 p.m. at the Davis Fine Arts Theatre, WVSU. For more information, contact; Susan Marrash-Minnerly, srkmminnerly@gmail.com or Dirk Johnson, djohnson17@wvstateu.edu. Performances are Nov. 19-22.