Every now and then, and probably not as often as we should, I and all Deb's Web readers must thank our regular contributors. They are:
MaryEllin Kurtz (Member Birthdays)
Gary Tifeld (Celebrity Births/Deaths)
Phyllis March (Thought for the Week) and
Craig Mitchell (TV Trivia).
So here's big THANK YOU from all of us to all of you.
That said (or typed), I haven't heard from Craig in a while so I am looking for a new TV Trivia expert to write the weekly questions for our readership
(see TV Trivia below).
AND <drum roll, please> Dr. Peter Morrison has volunteered to take on the task of writing the weekly theater trivia questions. So, may I have a big round of applause for Peter from all of us who love wracking our brains to come up with those answers!!
This does not preclude any reader, at any time, from submitting a
trivia question & answer for consideration. In fact, it's encouraged!
As for me, I've held auditions and cast TTG's Witness for the Prosecution. A BIG Thank You to everyone who came down. As always, I am very sorry to disappoint those of you who were not cast <believe me, I know exactly how it feels>. In the case of this show, not only were the usual things taken into consideration, i.e., type & talent, but we also had to look at vacation schedules and availability. If you were not chosen this time, please remember to keep auditioning for TTG and other theater groups. As I told a 10-year-old aspiring actress just this week, when she didn't get a role with lines in her theater camp production, you can't be in "show biz" if you get your heart broken every time you don't get the part you want AND, as I tell myself and my friends,
"There's always another show."
And...there is.
Next week I'm holding closed auditions for another play I'm directing this summer, Coming Apart, at a 55+ community. Busy, busy! I hope you are, too.
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THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK submitted by Phyllis March
The secret of living is to find people who will pay you money to do what you would pay to do if you had money.
Sarah Caldwell (1924-2006), Opera Conductor
SUNSHINE/STORMY WEATHER
no news is good news...
CAST CALL CALENDAR
Check the cast calls page for complete listings: character descriptions,
THE BARE BONES THEATER COMPANY OF NORTHPORT has a vacancy in the cast for its upcoming production of THEATER GAMES, the result of an actress's forced cancellation due to illness. The role is that of KAELA, a high school student 16 - 18, funny, brassy, outgoing. Rehearsals begin Sun, July 27 at 9AM. Schedule of rehearsals is Mon-Thur, 7:30-10pm, Sun 9-11:30am (although the actress playing Kaela is not required to be present at all of these. Paid position. Performances Aug 21, 22, 23. Please email Jeff Bennett immediately : jeff@barebonestheater.com
THIS WEEK'S AUDITIONS
A Small Company In America, theatre-in-residence at NYIT Old Westbury, is holding open auditions for Noel Coward's Blithe Spirit. The audition dates are, July 26 & 27 and Aug 2 & 3. Auditioners should come with (a) resumes; (b) headshots if you have them; and (c) a prepared speech or scene. Be ready to read from the script as well— director's choice. We will be using accents, so expect to be asked to speak or read with one. For appt, please email info to jfa_ascia@verizon.net. In addition to the announced times, special times can be arranged by emailing/ telephoning John F. Anderson, director. Questions can also be directed to him at (516) 676 – 3001 talk to the machine! The production dates are as follows: Sat 10/4,11,18, 25 @ 8pm, Sun 10/5,12,19 at 3pm & Fri: 10/10,17,24 @ 8pm
<character descriptions can be found on the Cast Calls page>
Airport Playhouse is Bohemia will be holding auditions for the musical CABARET on Sat, July 26 at 2:30pm. Performances run Sept 19 - Oct 5. All roles open. Looking for strong singer/dancer actors. No performance conflicts will be accepted. Director: Ed Brennan, Choreographer: Patrick Grossman, Musical Director: Paula Willis. Rehearsals will begin mid Aug. (631) 589-7588.
Southampton Cultural Center auditions for Stephen Sondheim and George Furth's COMPANY on Sun, July
27 at 4PM. Callbacks will be held on Thurs, July 31 at 6:30PM in Southampton Cultural Center's Levitas Center.
Michael Disher will direct and choreograph. <character descriptions can be found on the Cast Calls page>
Music rehearsals will begin in Aug. Weekend availability is required. Full rehearsals will begin after MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG opens. Not all performers are required to be at all rehearsals. Ensemble rehearsals are mandatory.
This is an open call. Please arrive at the designated start time. Performance dates are Oct 17 -Nov 2. For further info, call Southampton Cultural Center at(631) 287-4377 or e-mail Michael Disher at dishermichael@hotmail.com.
Auditions for Douglaston Community Theatre's Fall Production of London Suite by Neil Simon
Directed by Linda Hanson
Character Breakdown: Males: 35-60 Females: 30-60
Since this play is comprised of 4 separate playlets all taking place in the same hotel suite in London, the Director will be casting people who can play more than 1 role. The auditions will determine cast size. The smallest cast will comprise 5 actors.
Auditions: July 28 & 29 at 7:30PM
Place: Zion Episcopal Church, 44th Ave off Douglaston Pkwy, 1 block no of Northern Blvd.
If you have any questions: Please Call Linda Hanson (516) 374-7921
THEATRE THREE, 412 Main Street, Port Jefferson announces auditions for LA CAGE AUX FOLLES
Performances: Sept 13 – Oct 25 on the Mainstage
Auditions: Tues, July 29, at 7pm
Auditioning strong performers ages 18+. Prepare 16 bars from the song of your choice. Bring sheet music in the proper key; accompanist provided. Be prepared to dance. Readings from the script. Bring headshot/resume if available. Callbacks to be determined. Rehearsals will begin in Aug.
Book by Harvey Fierstein. Music by Jerry Herman. Based on the play by Jean Poiret.
The story takes place in St. Tropez. Jean-Michel prepares to bring his fiance, Anne, home to meet his parents—his father, and his father's gay partner. Unfortunately, the fiance's family is very conservative, and Jean-Michel would rather not have them meet his dad’s lover. Based on the play and the film of the same name.
Director: Jeffrey Sanzel/Musical Director: Ellen Michelmore/Choreographer: Jean P. Sorbera
Production Stage Manager: Maureen Spanos
THE ROLES OF GEORGES AND ALBIN HAVE BEEN CAST. ALL OTHER ROLES ARE OPEN.
<character descriptions can be found on the Cast Calls page>
Call (631) 928-9202 or visit theatrethree.com for further info.
Theatre A La Carte holds open auditions for their fall production, You, The Jury, written by James Reach and directed by Nancy E. Keegan on Tues, July 29 and Thurs, July 31 from 7:30-10pm and Sat, Aug 2 from Noon-3pm at the Community Church of Douglaston, 39-50 Douglaston Pkwy, Douglaston (1 block no. of the LIRR). The cast includes 7 male and 8 female roles, ages 20+. Please bring a resume/photo if available. Performances are 3 wknds beginning Oct 31. For directions and add'l info, please call 718-631-4092 or email us at theatrealacarte@aol.com.
NEW CALLS
Suffolk County Coalition Against Domestic Violence
Auditions to join PAVE (People’s Alliance for Violence Education)
Please call Lori at 631-666-7181 to set up an appt
Volunteer/Improv Acting Troupe that goes into the community to provide violence education
THEATRE THREE, Port Jefferson, is seeking a woman (age range 30 - 50) for its touring production of CLASS DISMISSED: THE BULLYING PROJECT, which will tour Sept-mid-Nov '08 and Jan-June '09. Looking for a flexible actress-singer with good comedic timing to play various roles in the third season of this production. Last season, the production toured for over 120 performances on LI. Paid 2-week rehearsal period which will be held the first two weeks of Sept. $35/per performance plus travel stipend. Call Jeffrey Sanzel at (631) 928-9202 or e-mail Scrooooge@aol.com for info and audition appt.
The Family Theater at the The Stage in Merrick is looking for energetic actors ages 16 & up for their upcoming Sat performances of Beauty and the Beast. Auditions are Aug 6 & 7 at 7:30pm.
ONGOING RECRUITMENT
Footlight Players is putting on two One Act plays: The Browning Version by Terence Rattigan and What She Felt, a premiere by Nathaniel Green. The following characters are needed: A boy 12-16; a girl 10; an attractive woman 35; a man 55; an attractive man 35 and an attractive woman 35. Add'l characters are needed with less theatrical experience. If interested, call 516) 599-8342.
Attractive female 21-40 very flexible a dancer preferred for Magician's Assistant. Must be between 5'4" to 5'7" tall slender build. Must be very dependable. Pay involved. Contact Robert Austin at www.austinmagic.com or createmagi@aol.com.
Part-time work available
NYCOM (New York College of Osteopathic Medicine) at NYIT is currently recruiting Standardized Patients to evaluate and teach students throughout their 4 years of medical school. Standardized Patients, or SPs, are individuals trained to portray either their own illness or a fictional illness or condition in a standardized, repeatable way. Approximately 95% of all medical schools, both DO and MD, use SPs in their medical student training programs. Specific responsibilities You will be trained to...
Portray a medical patient in an accurate, standardized way * Excellent communication skills
Observe and accurately document student performance on skills checklists
Evaluate medical communication * Evaluate physical examinations * Teach physical exam skills
NYCOM SPs are paid at the rate of $20 an hour
Introduction/Orientation - Aug 7 @ 10am at the NY College of Osteopathic Medicine at NYIT, Old Westbury
*Must have a computer and email
Please contact Elaine Kayel to make a reservation/learn more about the program, 516 686 3927 or ekayel@nyit.edu
TECHNICIANS
>>>EMERGENCY<<<
Pirate Day Festival July 26, 2008
Seeking face painter for this weekend on Sat, July 26. Pirate Festival Day. www.PirateDayFestival.com Our scheduled face painter had a family conflict and cannot be there. There is space to be there all day from noon til 8pm. We are raising money for charitable groups that serve children with cancer and we will split proceeds with you. Please call 631-765-6235 or e-mail: info@ArtworksInternational.com
HAMPTON THEATRE COMPANY seeks “A FEW GOOD MEN” (and WOMEN!)
As we at the Hampton Theatre Company prepare to embark on our 24th Season, we need some help.
If you would like to join us, meet some fun and interesting people and learn about live theater from the inside and behind the scenes, please let us know. We need:
BACKSTAGE HELP: Assisting the Stage Manager at rehearsals and during productions with scene changes, props, costumes, etc.
Help with the RESERVATIONS and/or BOX OFFICE. If you work at home or have spare time to check our voice mail, field & record messages and have basic computer and organizational skills, please let us know.
SET CONSTRUCTION CREW. If you are a skilled carpenter or painter and would like to lend a hand, please let us know.
USHERS. Would you like to have a free ticket to the show, in exchange for taking tickets, handing out playbills, selling refreshments and helping keep us ship shape? If so, please sign up.
If you are interested in joining us and have other special skills you would like to share, other opportunities abound as well, including ADVERTISING SALES and MARKETING.
We would love to have volunteer help – and will, of course, reward volunteers with tickets to the shows in thanks for their hard work – but we are happy to offer limited financial compensation for skilled work as well. Please contact us to find out more at hamptontheatre@optonline.net or 631-653-8955.
The Stage in Merrick's Theater Arts School is looking for experienced theater teachers for its upcoming Fall Classes. Please call 631-225-2832 for more info.
MUSICIANS
The Island Park Theatre Group is looking for an Accompanist for its Nov production of Oliver! Must be experienced. A stipend is offered. If interested please email your resume to john@johncestaro.com or call (516) 431-3320.
The Stage in Merrick's Theater Arts School is looking for experienced music teachers for its upcoming Fall Classes. Please call 631-225-2832 for more info.
SINGERS
>>>EMERGENCY<<<
Looking for a baritone musical theater singer with strong musicianship/ good sightsinging, excellent pitch, and strong acting skills as well as good articulation who'd be willing to learn and record an original composition quickly. It's a patter song for a character actor. There is no pay, but singer will get a copy of the recording, which will be heard by some extremely important people in the Broadway community. It's a brilliant comic piece by an up-and-coming composer that is a lot of fun to perform, and a great chance to get in on the ground floor of a terrific project that's going places and be the first actor/ singer to record this new song for the musical theater. Timeline: The piece needs to be learned pretty immediately (which is part of why you must have excellent sight-singing/ musicianship skills and good pitch). The professional recording with the composer takes place next weekend in Manhattan. Please email Sean_ET@hotmail.com with "A singer for your new recording" in the subject line, and include a sound file or a link of you singing a musical theater song and your resume (or a list of shows/ roles/theaters) if you are interested.
Altos, Tenors and Bass/Baritones are needed for the Bel Canto Chorale. This volunteer chorale will be celebrating its 40th year. We perform two major concerts each year in addition to a benefit concert and outside performances. All soloists are selected from within the membership. Our director Greg Mercer is the assistant director at St. Patricks Cathedral in NYC. Rehearsals are Sunday evenings in Wantagh. For further info please contact BelCantoChorale1@aol. or call Karin Weibert at (516) 541-0726
DANCERS
Temple Torah (formerly Suburban) Junior Players in Wantagh is looking for a choreographer for their youth production of Oklahoma! It will rehearse evenings and weekends at the Temple and performs in mid-Dec. Contact Mike Katz at mkatz9@optonline.net if you are interested.
The Stage in Merrick's Theater Arts School is looking for experienced choreographers for its upcoming Fall Classes. Please call 631-225-2832 for more info.
Theatre Assistant with Dance Experience needed by Spotlight Theatre Children's Academy
Rehearsals: 4:30-6:30pm W & Th
Staff includes regionally known Director, Mrs. Ginny Kelly
Theatre Assistant must be 15 years or older.
This semester we are producing the musical Beauty and the Beast
Paid position.
Our students are 5-13 years old.
Semester runs from Sept-Dec '08
Call Mrs. Kelly at 516-897-5555
CLASSIFIED
VOICE OVER WORKSHOP
Instructor: Kathleen Furey, SAG/AFTRA
Designed to introduce students to the radio commercial format focusing specifically on voice-over scripts commonly heard on TV/film/radio. Instruction includes microphone techniques; vocal diction, pace, pitch, range, clarity, timing; character development; making the voice "visible"; script breakdown, interpretation, variety; audition techniques and demo tape details. Industry tips and pointers are discussed. Please bring 3-ring binder, pen/pencil & snack or lunch. (3 four-hour classes) (Instructor has performed in over 200 Voice Overs)
Ages 8 + yrs * Thurs 10AM-2PM, Aug 14-28 * Cost: $138 member EEAC/$153 nonmember
MEMBER TO MEMBER
Long Island Screenwriters Group Member and actor, Richie Allan, is now appearing in Eddie Murphy's new film Meet Dave. He plays the homeless man who shares his box with Eddie. It's nice to see one of our group members having success as an actor. Richie has also appeared in Law and Order Criminal Intent.
From StevieGB
Audition for Colleges, Clubs, Cruises, Roadwork & Management - ALL IN ONE SHOW Wed, July 30, 9pm
New York Comedy Club, 241 East 24 ST. NYC (btwn 2nd & 3rd Aves)
I normally don't do these types of shows, but I figured it was worth it. Here is the deal - I need to bring 6 (six) people in order to be in the show. It's a good opportunity to be seen by three industry people (they really show up) and get some good work out of it. If you can make it - let me know. Them more people I bring, the more time I get on stage to impress these folks. $10 admission and two drink minimum. It's a good show, only good comics are invited. LET ME KNOW IF YOU CAN DO IT...steviegb@yahoo.com
The next Long Island Screenwriters Group Meeting is scheduled for Wed, July 30 at 6:30 PM, at the Smithtown Library Main Branch, in the downstairs meeting room. PLEASE CONFIRM YOUR ATTENDANCE! Mishi66@aol.com
1. Matthew Doyle's screenplay Many Worlds
Log line: Three generations of gay men come to terms with modern life in America and the gaps, both cultural and chronological, that separate them."
14 Parts - Major parts: 3 male, TBD female; Minor parts: TBD male, TBD female.
2. Jilted by Jeff Gallen
Log line: A young man recounts his formative experiences, most of which involve rejection.
?? Parts - Major parts: 1 male, TBD female; Minor parts: TBD male, TBD female.
Stand-by Script
3. Vinny, a short dramedy by John Passadino
Log line: Vinny is a comedic drama about a small time wise guy who vows to go straight to win his family back but is forced to use his mob ties to save people's jobs that are at stake due to corporate American greed
Major parts: 3 male, 1 female; Minor parts: 3 male, 2 female.
Susan Leisen, Executive Assistant
The Ronald McDonald House of LI
267-07 76th Ave, New Hyde Park www.rmhlongisland.org (516) 775-5683 x132 (718) 343-5683 x132
Tickets are still available for the following plays for July and Aug:
Flamingo Court $35 per ticket
The 39 Steps $44 per ticket
Xanadu $55 per ticket
There are also 50 tickets available for Cirque Dreams at $50 per ticket for each of the following performances:
Sun, July 27 @ 7pm & Sat, Aug 2 @ 8pm
Half of the price of each ticket will be donated to the House. Please call if you are interested.
Donations are still being accepted for:
Brent Erlanson Memorial Garden
c/o Theatre Three Productions
412 Main Street
Port Jefferson, NY 11777
Any size donation will be greatly appreciated.
[ed. - Lots of small contributions can really add up.]
Clarissa is technically without a home right now because unfortunately my aunt needed to move into an assisted living home. We've exhausted the option for her within the family as most of us have either, dogs, cats or ferrets (in one case) and can't take on an additional pet. It breaks my heart because Clarissa is a wonderful dog. She's approx 3½ yrs old (she was adopted approx 2 1/2 yrs ago), and is a mixed breed (we believe with border collie.) She is incredible with children of any size as well as with adults and elderly. I have never heard her bark and no one in the family can recall hearing her bark! She's extremely gentle, smart and a quick learner. Her size is medium and I estimate her weight to be about 50. She loves to play but can relax and chill out just as easily or readily. litaesq@yahoo.com
Don't forget these terrific shows hosted by LI theater luminaries...
Brittany Brown’s theatre-themed radio show, Marvelous Party, on alt Thurs 10am-Noon on WUSB 90.1 FM
The Broadway Show, 1370 WALK AM, Sat, 10 a.m., Jim Redding and Bill McGrath.
Rich Keith - richkeith7@hotmail.com
Sunday Sinatra-Sun mornings 10am-Noon at 91.9 WSHR, Lake Ronkonkoma. Also, some good music (Jazz and Standard...of course much from Broadway & Film) on my Friday evening Show from 7-11pm.
Fred Tubello WHPC 90.3 FM every Tues morning from 7:30-8:30am - country music program
The Realm of Never
Woodbury: Tues, 9:30 pm, Ch 115 Digital IO Cable
Hauppauge/Brookhaven: Tues, 9:30 pm, Ch 20
QPTV: Thurs, 6pm, Ch 57 and Fri, 4pm, Ch 35
Also streaming episodes on GOOGLE VIDEO and YOU TUBE.
Please visit www.powerofcohesion.com for the direct links
It's not the end of the world, but you can see it from here.
Answer: Kiss or Kill (1997)
Winner:
THEATER
Peter Morrison asks...
The show was originally titled The Good Fairy, but later the title was changed. Music and lyrics were written by a man who wrote songs for Judy Garland. It was produced by another, even more famous songwriter. The show is based on a Hungarian play about a do-gooder girl who finds that doing good has more complications than she thought it would. Name the show, the composer/lyricist, and the songwriter/producer.
*Bonus Questions: Name the show's director, noted for his satirical movie comedies, the author of the original play, and two other Broadway musicals whose plots are based on his plays.
**Bigger Bonus: What connection does producer Ray Stark's wife, Frances, have with the show "Funny Girl"?
Answer: Joel Grey (before nose job), 1951 The Catskills dancing with Grossinger's daughter
[ed. - who, for my money, looks like a guy]
Winners:Lloyd Baum, Bob Maletta, Jodi Saladino, Sheryl Wiener, Robin Sabella,
Peter Morrison, Rich McDermott, Phyllis March, Robert Combe
THIS WEEK IN BROADWAY HISTORY
July 25, 1975 - A Chorus Line opens at the Shubert Theatre and runs for 6,137 performances
TELEVISION
Craig Mitchell asks...
What was the name of the short lived spin off to Designing Women?
[ed.- for those of you who love TV trivia, I am looking for a volunteer to write weekly TV trivia questions. You get credit on the Homepage <woo-hoo!>. This is the final question I have from Craig. I haven't heard from him, so I'm looking for a replacement. Any takers?]
[ed.- keep 'em coming, folks - they're great! How about some Broadway mergers?]
When movies merge...Combinations of two movie titles plus a capsule review of the resulting movie.
Mafia Don juggles offers that nobody can refuse with orchids, tuxedoes, and other headaches in getting his Goddaughter to the church on time for her wedding.
Beauty and the Beast @ Gateway Playhouse/Patchogue Theater 7/26
Anything Goes @ Airport Playhouse 7/27
The Boyfriend @ Broadhollow's BayWay Arts Center 7/27
The Light in the Piazza @ Smithtown Center for the Performing Arts 7/27
Romeo & Juliet @ Arena Players/Vanderbilt Museum Centerport 7/27
Beyond Therapy @ Bay Street Theatre 7/27
Doubt @ Clare Rose Playhouse 7/27
Moon Over Buffalo @ Hofstra Entertainment 7/27
Lost in Yonkers @ Broadhollow's Elmont Theatre 7/27
Anything Goes @ Plaza Traveling Productions 7/27
OPENING
42nd Street @ St. Kilian Players 7/26
Suddenly Last Summer @ BroadHollow's Studio Theatre 7/26
Swinging On A Star @ A Small Company In America/The Salten Center, NYIT 7/26
Babes in Arms @ North Fork Community Theatre/Youth on Stage 7/27
Show Boat @ Gateway Playhouse/Bellport Theater 7/30
Seussical the Musical @ St. Gregory's Theatre Group - SGTG 7/31
UPCOMING PRODUCTIONS/CAST LISTS/SHAMELESS PLUGS
Please take advantage of special offers for Deb's Web readers...
Theatre Three is offering a special performer's price to Deb's Web readers for
1968:Rock the World, Through Aug 16. Mention debsweb1968 to get $10 seats to any performance! Reserve with a credit card by phone 631-928-9100 or ask at the box office.
Airport Playhouse in Bohemia is offering a special discount to Deb's Web readers for Anything Goes. Call the box office for reservations (631-589-7588). Mention Deb's Web and receive $3 off your ticket price (discount not available on line). CLOSING WEEKEND!
BroadHollow Theatre Company Presents SUDDENLY LAST SUMMER
July 26 – Aug 17
Studio Theatre, 141 S. Wellwood Ave, Lindenhurst (631) 581-2700 or go to www.broadhollow.org
This provocative play by Tennessee Williams concerns a man’s mysterious death, the secrets that could destroy his reputation, and the lengths to which his mother will go to protect his memory.
