Wednesday, November 27, 2024

Differently Abled Entertainment AUDITION for Steel Magnolias

Calling all actors! Do you have what it takes to bring the charm, wit, and heart of Steel Magnolias to life? We’re looking for a fabulous cast to join us for this iconic Southern tale of friendship, resilience, and love.

About the Play

Set in a small-town Louisiana beauty salon, Steel Magnolias is a hilarious and heartfelt story about the unbreakable bond between six extraordinary women. From side-splitting humor to deeply touching moments, this beloved play will make audiences laugh, cry, and fall in love.

Who We’re Looking For
We’re casting six powerhouse roles, each with unique charm and personality. Check out these amazing characters:

Truvy Jones (40s): The big-hearted, quick-witted owner of the beauty salon. Think sassy Southern charm with a side of hairspray.

Annelle Dupuy-Desoto (19-early 20s): The shy, sweet assistant with a mysterious past—and a surprising transformation.

Clairee Belcher (60s): A grande dame of the South with a sharp tongue and a love for good gossip. (Oh, and football, of course!)

Shelby Eatenton-Latcherie (25): Spirited, strong-willed, and as sweet as the desserts she loves to bake.

M'Lynn Eatenton (40s-50s): Shelby’s devoted mom, who’s as practical as she is protective.

Ouiser Boudreaux (60s): She’s cranky, bold, and unapologetically herself—but underneath it all, she’s got a heart of gold.

How to Audition

Email us your headshot and resume at auditions@ourDAE.org to let us know you’re coming.
No monologue prep needed—just bring your talent, energy, and Southern flair!

All experience levels are welcome!

Let’s make magic together and bring these unforgettable women to the stage! Tag your actor friends, spread the word, and let’s show Tucson what we’re made of.

For questions or more info, DM us or email auditions@ourDAE.org.

See you at the salon!

#SteelMagnolias #TucsonTheatre #Auditions #DifferentlyAbledEntertainment

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Spotlight Community Theater presents Cinderella

Hey Arizona families! Cinderella is coming to Spotlight Community Theater, and we can’t wait to share the magic with you!

This December, we’re bringing you our fourth production, and it’s going to be unforgettable. Each night features a different cast, so every show is totally unique. PLUS we’ve got giveaways, raffles, popcorn, and more to make it a full night of fun for the whole family!

December 5th, 6th, 7th, and 8th

Spotlight Community Theater, 1145 E Fort Lowell Rd, Tucson

Doors open at 6:30 PM for evening shows. On December 8th, we’ve got a special matinee at 3:00 PM with doors opening at 2:45 PM!

Here’s the best part: 50% of ticket sales will be donated to Masterpiece International, an organization empowering African communities to build self-sustaining micro-economies that create skilled workers and thriving businesses.

Admission is just a $10 suggested donation. So, grab your friends, bring the family, and come experience a night of laughs, magic, and maybe even a raffle prize or two!

Let’s make some memories together, Tucson, don’t miss Cinderella!

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Borderlands Theater: The Cold Moon Readings

From: Borderlands Theater < milta@borderlandstheater.org>
Sent: Wednesday, November 27, 2024 5:31 AM

The Cold Moon Reading is Coming Up!

Mark your calendars for The Cold Moon Reading on December 14, 2024! Let's end the year in community under a gorgeous cold moon, indoors of course and during the day from 3-5pm. We, Tucsonenses, get cold in mild winter weather! Featured poet is S¡D. Come through and sign up! Sign up opens at 2:30pm. See you there!

From our family to yours, Happy Holidays!

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ZUZI! Dance Winter Solstice Celebration - "Pillars of Light"

From: ZUZI <zuzimarketing@gmail.com>
Sent: Tuesday, November 26, 2024 8:00 AM
Subject: ZUZI! Dance Winter Solstice Celebration - "Pillars of Light"

Join us for ZUZI! Dance's 25th Winter Solstice "Pillars of Light" Celebration! This year's Solstice theme is centered around Trees, exploring the multifaceted symbolism of trees, their strength, individuality, and interconnectedness. We will evoke themes of growth, resilience, and the shared experience of nature and humanity.

Two featured performances will take place on December 20th and December 21st at 7:30pm at The Scoundrel & Scamp Theatre in the Historic Y at 738 N. 5th Avenue. Additional performances include an open dress rehearsal at 7:30pm on December 19th and a matinee on December 21st at 2pm. Admission is $25 for the general public. Tickets are available online using this link.

Mariana de la Vega Art Gallery is thrilled to announce a transformative collaboration with ZUZI! Dance for Pillars of Light, a captivating art exhibit exploring the symbolism of trees through paintings, sculptures, and art. This immersive exhibition will run from December 14 to December 27, 2024, with the opening reception on December 14, featuring a live dance performance by ZUZI! Dance. Gallery Location: 1918 E. Prince Rd. Tucson, AZ 85719. For more info: connectingheartsandminds.com. To submit artwork.

Submit artwork to the Mariana De La Vega Exhibit using this QR code:

Leah

ZUZI! Dance

520-629-0237

Z U Z i M O V E i T . O R G

Facebook: facebook.com/zuzidance

Instagram: @zuzidance

C O M E I N . B E M O V E D .

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Tuesday, November 26, 2024

Invisible Theatre presents Play Reading: SWEET SPOT by Germaine Shames

From: Betsy and Invisible Theatre <betsy@invisibletheatre.com>
Sent: Tuesday, November 26, 2024 12:05 AM
Subject: Happy Thanksgiving! ❤️

Play Reading Series

SWEET SPOT

Germaine Shames

Made Possible in Part Through the Generous Support of

Dr. Bella Eibensteiner

SWEET SPOT

Germaine Shames

Directed by Fred Rodriguez

Featuring

ToReeNee Wolf

and

Susan Claassen*

*Appears through Courtesy of Actors' Equity Association

December 7 and 8, 2024

(click on the month of December)

The Invisible Theatre

1400 North First Avenue

2 PM

$25

In the segregated, elitist world of 1950s amateur lawn tennis, two outsiders — one an African-American, and the other a Jewish Englishwoman — join forces to dominate centre court and revolutionize the sport. Althea Gibson and Angela Buxton were not only unbeatable doubles partners but lifelong friends and two barrier-breaking female champions. Their example has much to teach us today about overcoming discrimination and transcending personal tragedy. SWEET SPOT explores their climb to the peak of their sport, decline into relative obscurity and coming-to-terms through the power of a singular friendship.

Made Possible in Part Through the Generous Support of

Dr. Bella Eibensteiner

and Not-To-Be-Missed ...

A True December "Gift"!

4 Performances Only!

December 12 & 13 7:30 PM December 14 & 15 2:00 PM

Several years ago, Fred found himself on a mission to explore every California Mission. What started out as a 'geek's road trip' became an examination of his fellow tourists and Mission personnel. Some were experts on the Catholic Church, a few experts on Native American history, and others are experts on everything else. Yet, they all seem to have one thing in common: they are all experts on which extremely famous black person Fred resembles.

Click the above video and hear Fred Pitts!

Made possible in part through the generous support of

Dee-Dee Samet

We are excited to have the Patronatus Society as our community partner for this production. Patronato San Xavier funds and directs ethical conservation, conducts scientific research, and conveys the significance of Mission San Xavier del Bac, a National Historic Landmark, in the community of Wa:k, part of the Tohono O'odham Nation.

Order Your Tickets Now!

Both productions are at

The Invisible Theatre

1400 North First Avenue (at Drachman)

Limited Seating!

Online Booking

or 520.882.9721

Invisible Theatre | 1400 North First Avenue | Tucson, AZ 85719 US

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Monday, November 25, 2024

"SCROOGE!" RETURNS TO ARIZONA THEATRE COMPANY WITH ITS LARGER THAN YOUR OWN LIFE ADAPTATION OF CHARLES DICKENS' "A CHRISTMAS CAROL"

By Chuck Graham, TucsonStage.com

photo by Tim Fuller

The full cast of "Scrooge!" because a Christmas without Ebenezer's triumph over material matters just isn't.....Christmas!

As promised, Arizona Theatre Company has brought back an even bigger and more dazzling production for it's second consecutive year of “Scrooge!” with book, music and lyrics by Oscar and Grammy-winning Leslie Bricusse.

Once more this tale of miserly Scrooge's transformation into that most jovial of reformed Christmas spirits comes complete with enthusiastically leaping Londoners singing and dancing in their jaunty top hats and finest frocks.

Shuler Hensley also returns in the titular role of Ebenezer Scrooge, making his entrance in a grumpy mood to sing “I Hate People.” Several other members are back from last year's cast, including Stewart Gregory as the Ghost of Jacob Marley and Dennis Tamblyn as Mr. Fezziwig.

Nearly as famous as the players is that remarkable scenic design by Jason Ardizzone-West, accompanied by the projection designs of Brad Peterson, looking more three-dimensional than ever, creating an expansive version of Charles Dickens' “A Christmas Carol” that feels vibrant as Santa's own shopping list and pretty as a Christmas card (costumes designed by Elizabeth Caitlin Ward).

Hensley goes deeper into Scrooge's seasonal malaise, bringing the experience of a Broadway actor and operatic performer who has played opposite Patti LuPone at the Kennedy Center, with the New York Philharmonic and San Francisco Symphony orchestras.

The gradual melting of Hensley's scowling “humbug” attitude while being forced to reconsider his dedicated penny-pinching lifestyle takes place amid stage effects that keep topping themselves one eye-catching turn after another.

No matter whether it is the city's cheery streets or Scrooge's own flights into darker phantasms of past, present and future, everything always feels larger than the theater itself.

These dizzying sets of time-traveling revelations reach far beyond mere reproductions of period furniture and fanciful scenarios, combining computerized effects that can feel like one's own dreams.

So it becomes the players, directed by ATC artistic director Matt August, who serve up all the joys of human kindness. A cast of 28 singers, dancers and townspeople bring a full portion of the season's joyful sauce to the stage.

August himself has fine-tuned the material, working with the Bricusse Estate. The Ghost of Christmas Past is Karmine Alers. The Ghost of Christmas Present is Geoffrey F. Belliston. The Ghost of Christmas Yet To Come is John Michael Peterson.

Music is always in the air, from strolling carolers brightening their holiday alfresco to the enthusiastic guests at Fezziwig's Christmas party. A pit orchestra of two keyboards, violin, cello, bass and percussion provides full symphonic accompaniment.

The program notes also list 19 musical numbers, ranging from Scrooge's insular declaration that “I Hate People,” to his fully anticipated, “I'll Begin Again” of yuletide triumph..

“Scrooge!” runs through Nov. 30, with performances at various times Wednesdays through Sundays (no performance Thanksgiving Day) in the downtown Temple of Music and Art, 330 S. Scott Ave. Run time is approximately 2 1/2 hours, including intermission.

Tickets are $33-$123. For additional details and reservations, 833-ATC-SEAT (282-7328) or online, atc.org

Comedy Showdown at The Outlaw

Comedy Showdown at The Outlaw @theoutlawarizona is BACK on Saturday, December 7 @ 7 pm as Brady Evans @halfpastcashed headlines, featuring Dom DiTolla @ditolladominic!!!

Opening the show are Tucson favorites Anthony Jenkins @knowweigh and Christie Cassel @venusuprising. Hosted by Kenny Shade @kennyshadecomedy, this is one fun and FREE show that you do not want to miss!

As a bonus, The Outlaw’s kitchen menu is and the drinks are served up strong! Patrons must be 21 and up w/valid ID. The Outlaw is located at 1302 W. Roger Rd., Tucson, Az 85705.

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Sunday, November 24, 2024

old Pueblo Playwrights Student Reading Celebration!

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Old Pueblo Playwrights weekly meeting 11-25-24

From: David Zinke <dzinkmeister@yahoo.com>
Sent: Sunday, November 24, 2024 6:48 PM
Subject: Remonder/invitation to attend OPP weekly meeting 11-25-24

Old Pueblo Playwrights cordially invite you to attend their weekly Zoom meeting Monday, November 25, 2024 beginning at 7pm This is a zoom only meeting. Link below "COMING ATTRACTIONS"

FEATURED PLAYWRIGHT: NO READING IS SCHEDULED FOR THIS MEETING.

NOV 25 ZOOM - OPP ELECTIONS!!!

Also, a guest speaker to address our need for concentrated fundraising so our next New PLay Festival is not our Last New Play Festival.

Please make plans to attend.

COMING ATTRACTIONS:

DEC 2 HYBRID Reserved for Richard Thompson's Class

NEW FORMAT: FIVE YOUNG WRITING STUDENTS READING THEIR FIVE MINUTE COMPOSITIONS WITH FEEDBACK/CRITIQUES FROM OUR MEMBERS. (Promotional flyer attached)

DEC 9 ZOOM OPEN

DEC 16 HYBRID "Sir Gawain and the Green Knight" by Ron Pullins (70 min)

Cast list:

Ellie Vought

Kim Lawry

Miles Chandler

David Youngerman

Scott Berg

Sydney Flynn

Leslie Powell

Liisa Rose, moderator

DEC 23 ZOOM OPEN

DEC 30 ZOOM OPEN

JAN 6 HYBRID AUDITIONS FOR THE NEW PLAY FESTIVAL AT ST FRANCIS IN THE FOOTHILLS

JAN 13 TENTATIVE "My Girl" by Scott Berg (2^nd read – vote)

The Man - Eric Everts

Stage Direction/Facilitator - Dave Sewell

JAN 20 HYBRID "The Chemo Lounge" by John Vornholt (1^st read)

JAN 27 ZOOM OPEN

FEB 3 HYBRID OPEN

FEB 4-9 -2025 OPP 36^TH ANNUAL NEW PLAY FESTIVAL AT THE CABARET

Co-chairs: Liisa Rose and Scott Berg

Tech Director: Alex Alegria

FEATURED PLAYWRIGHTS - SO FAR:

Sharon Surhoff, Jeff Webster, Mel Hector, Gavin Kayner, Michael Singervalt, David Rochon, Leslie Powell, Sydney Flynn, Vince Flynn, Liisa Rose.

FESTIVAL SCHEDULE:

THURSDAY 2/6 7:00 (70 Minutes) Murphy's Son- Michael Singervalt

FRIDAY 2/7 7:00 (95 Minutes) Cassandra – Jeff Webster

SATURDAY 2/8 2:00 (89 Minutes) Six Mile Inn- Sharon Surhoff -32 Finding Mary Tyler Moore- David Rochon- 27 Last Man Standing- Gavin Kayner- 30

SATURDAY 2/8 7:00 (108 Minutes) You Never Know- Mel Hector

SUNDAY 2/9 2:00 (59 Minutes) Southern Hospitality- Liisa Rose- 12 Savage- Liisa Rose- 12 Grace- Sharon Surhoff- 13 Crossroads- Leslie Powell- 11 Ash is to Ashes- Liisa Rose- 11

SUNDAY 2/9 7:00 (49 Minutes) MIL-ILF- Liisa Rose- 9 Fifty-Six- Liisa Rose- 8 Telling Mrs. Fairchild- Sydney Flynn- 7 Pat's Story- Vince Flynn- 10 To Making it Home- Liisa Rose- 8

FEB 10 ZOOM RECAP OF OPP NPF

FEB 17 HYBRID OPEN

FEB 24 ZOOM OPEN

MAR 3 HYBRID "His Father's Son" by Zink (4th read)

O.P.P. ZOOM MEETING ETIQUETTE ENABLE AUDIO AND VIDEO TO PARTICIPATE IN OPENING GREETING SECTION Of MEETING.TURN OFF YOUR VIDEO AND AUDIO WHILE A READING IS IN PROGRESS (ONLY THE ACTORS SHOULD BE HEARD AND SEEN DURING A READING) TURN ON YOUR VIDEO AND AUDIO TO PARTICIPATE IN DISCUSSIONS AFTER EACH READING.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR COOPERATION.Regarding our ZOOM calls - you may find it easier to have ZOOM downloaded on your computer OR your phone. It is a free application. [GO TO http://www.ZOOM.US TO ACQUIRE THE PROGRAM]

EVERY Monday, we will again present a "regular" OPP meeting via ZOOM. Here are the instruction of how to tune in. NOTE: THIS IS UNLIMITED TIME USE. The link is the same every week.

Melvin Hector is Treasurer and host of Old Pueblo Playwrights meetings.

Melvin Hector is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

MEL HECTORS PHONE (520)488-9229

just click on the link below.

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Fox Tucson Theatre presents DOG MAN | The Musical

From: Fox Tucson Theatre Box Office <info@foxtucsonmail.com>
Sent: Sunday, November 24, 2024 12:04 PM
Subject: Family Fun at the Fox!

DOG MAN | The Musical

TWO SHOWS! December 7 & 8

TICKETS JUST RELEASED!

Get ready for a tail-wagging good time with Dog Man: The Musical! Based on the beloved bestselling series by Dav Pilkey, this hilarious and heartwarming musical follows Dog Man, the crime-fighting hero with the body of a policeman and the head of a dog, as he battles the evil Flippy the cyborg fish and the villainous Petey the cat. Packed with catchy tunes, epic adventures, this show is sure to have the whole family laughing and cheering! Perfect for kids ages 6-10, don't miss the chance to see your favorite characters come to life in this fun-filled, action-packed musical.