Box Office News - Friday Feb 19, 2010

What's coming up at the Barrow-Civic Theatre?

Cheers Night at Bella Cucina Feb 9.  Stop by for lunch, dinner or drinks - a portion of your bill will go directly to the Barrow-Civic Theatre to support our programs and growth.

The Little Mermaid performs Feb 12 8pm and Feb 13 2pm on the Main Stage.  An FCOA Youth Theatre production directed by Martha Heise.  Visit the show blog HERE.

Old Time Radio voice meeting Feb 15th at 7pm-all are welcome.   Come on, come all to join the Old Time Radio Troupe as we prepare for our "Love is in the Air" show.

Reception for General Manager Penny Gustavson Feb 16th 4-7pm.  Join us in welcoming Penny as she joins the BCT Family.  Sponsored by Franklin Fine Arts Council, The Terrace Restaurant at The Commons, and the BCT Volunteers and Board of Directors.

Old Time Radio Show Feb 19 and 20 at 8...pm in the Little Theatre.   "Love is in the Air" as we feature episodes of the Bickersons, Fibber McGee and Molly, and the return of Franklin Frankie.  Under the direction of Paul Adomites.

Auditions for The Miracle Worker Feb 27 and 28 at 1pm.  The amazing and poignant story of Helen Keller and her teacher Annie Sullivan.  Directed by Rebecca Christie.   Download the audition info packet HERE.

Check out our full schedule of shows and buy tickets at http://www.barrowtheatre.com/

Two shows - Two Calls for Interested actors and "voices."

BCT has two shows coming up requiring actors and interested persons to perform.

Old Time Radio Show presents War of the Worlds

Come one, come all to lend your voices to the next Old Time Radio show at the Little Theatre Oct 31 at 8pm and Nov 1 at 4pm.  We are recreating Meridian 7-1212 from the Columbia Radio Workshop - what kind of people call the "time service?" We are also recreating the original Mercury Theatre War of the Worlds broadcast.

The "voices" meeting is Monday at 7pm at the theatre - we will be assigning roles and parts - all voices are need, women and men. No memorization is required as we perform at mic with scripts - along with amazing sound effects by Ed Ramage. No previous experience in acting or on stage is needed - just the ability to talk!

Rehearsals Tue-Thu at the Little Theatre next week. Please join us - if you can't make Monday and want to participate - let me know via email and I'll put you on the list for parts. The radio shows are extremely fun and have been drawing great crowds.

MESSIAH AUDITIONS!!!

October 24 ~ 10am-12pm & October 25 ~ 2pm-4pm Barrow Little Theatre. Directed by Zach Covington

Anyone interested in becoming a member of the choir who has never performed the work at the Barrow should prepare the first 30 measures on your voice part of the “Hallelujah Chorus”, No.44. Those interested in performing a solo should also plan to audition. Please prepare one of the recitatives from the work to use as your audition piece. Performance date is December 18.

Box Office News for October 16, 2009

Audition Call

Auditions for A Christmas Carol this weekend!

October 17 ~ 2:00pm & and October 18 ~ 2:00pm.

Barrow-Civic Little Theatre
Directed by John McConnell.

A large cast is needed. All roles are non-singing, however a small group of carolers will be needed. There are roles for all ages from children (youngest - grade 3 please) through adult. Those interested in auditioning need no advance preparation or experience.  Please use Alley Entrance Door.

Performances are scheduled for December 4-5 & 11- 13.

Box Office News - October 2, 2009

Be on stage!

Ever thought of being on stage? Now here's your chance!

ANNOUNCING AUDITIONS FOR A CHRISTMAS CAROL AND MESSIAH!











Audition Dates: October 17 ~ 2:00pm & and October 18 ~ 2:00pm.
Barrow-Civic Little Theatre
Directed by John McConnell.

A large cast is needed. All roles are non-singing, however a small group of carolers will be needed. There are roles for all ages from children (youngest - grade 3 please) through adult. Those interested in auditioning need no advance preparation or experience.
Performances are scheduled for December 4-5 & 11- 13.

















October 24 ~ 10am-12pm & October 25 ~ 2pm-4pm Barrow Little Theatre.
Directed by Zach Covington

Anyone interested in becoming a member of the choir who has never performed the work at the Barrow should prepare the first 30 measures on your voice part of the “Hallelujah Chorus”, No.44. Those interested in performing a solo should also plan to audition. Please prepare one of the recitatives from the work to use as your audition piece. Performance date is December 18.

Box Office News for Friday August 7, 2009

“THE ODD COUPLE” opens tonight!
The Franklin Civic Operetta Association intends to lend new luster to its next offering, Neil Simon’s classic THE ODD COUPLE. This beloved comedy opens tonight and runs August 8 and August 14-15-16 at the Barrow-Civic Theatre. Tickets are $15 for adults, $14 for seniors, and $10 for students.

Fresh from his dual-role BCT debut in KISS ME KATE, Nick Mitchell wears two hats for this production as well. Nick brings creativity, expertise, and comic flair to his role as director and to his portrayal of Oscar Madison.

Christian Marshall fans will delight in his casting as America’s favorite neurotic neat freak, Felix Ungar. A gifted actor with a natural comedic style, Christian is sure to be a crowd-pleaser in this role.

Witnessing Felix’s angst from their seats at a nearby poker table are three BCT veterans and one newcomer. Ben Bodamer and Nick Keeley, both seen earlier this year in TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD, trade their Southern drawls for the dulcet tones of “New Yawk” and “Joisey” to play Roy and Speed. Bill Hennessy takes control as fast-drawing, slow-dealing Murray the Cop.

Completing this quartet – hysterically – is Pittsburgh actor Andy Coleman in his first Barrow-Civic appearance. Andy plays the affable but oh-so-clueless Vinnie.

For both sugar and spice, FCOA’s ODD COUPLE looks to Katie Kirby-Rogers and Lisa Harry as the Pigeon sisters, Cecily and Gwendolyn. Hilarity ensues when these British babes enter stage left and plans for the evening take wing. Cooper Oliver and Mary Anne Wilkinson are the show’s producers.

Order your tickets today on-line at http://www.barrowtheatre.com/ or by calling 814-437-3440 or 800-537-7769.

Opening Night reception and Photography Exhibit!
Planning to attend the August 7 opening of THE ODD COUPLE? Be sure to arrive early and join us for the Opening Night Gala in the Little Theatre. The festivities begin at 7 p.m. There will be no charge for dessert; a cash bar will be available.

We have asked several local professional photographers to exhibit some of their works at the Gala for your enjoyment. Garrett Kline, Dale Reed, Scott McCray and Jim Ellis have graciously agreed. We at the Barrow-Civic look forward to viewing their works in your company. Please join us!

SPECIAL SOUND SYSTEM USED FOR 'ODD COUPLE'
"The Odd Couple" will be heard through a special sound system and microphone package put together by the production team as part of a special presentation to you, our loyal audiences at the Barrow-Civic Theatre. The sound system costs are donated by the show's director, Nick Mitchell. Thanks Nick!

BLACK TIE BARROW set to dazzle Franklin!!
Don’t miss the “Black Tie Barrow”, a special gala performance at the Barrow-Civic Theatre celebrating 50 years of groundbreaking local theatre by the Franklin Civic Operetta Association.
The performance is scheduled for one night only on August 22 at 8PM. The show is a celebration of music, theatre, opera and dance as various local performers take the stage for an evening of elegant and powerful performances. Tribute pieces from grand shows including “Carousel,” “Showboat,” and many others make up a large portion of the show. The music from “The Phantom of The Opera” is featured as a spectacular finale. Amazing vocal performances will be given by Dennis Geib, Tammy Dahl, Jeff Brown, Sam DePalma, Jenn Fox, Tim Gilbert, Jodi Hoover, T.C. Marshall, Hanna Pratt, Richard Roberts, and Bret Sloan. Violinist Tom Karg also lends his talent.

The evening also brings spectacular dance performances by Olivia Beals, Marc Holland, Darin Paden, Stephen Teig and Samantha Caiarelli. The host for the evening is Ted Smith.

The “Black Tie Barrow” was conceived by Mary Ann Richardson, the former Chairman of the board having held the seat for 25 years. Richardson was also the leader of the building purchase, now known exclusively as The Barrow-Civic Theatre. “I expect this show to rank as one of the greatest evenings of entertainment ever seen at the Barrow,” said Richardson.

Richardson is producing the show, with Tammy Dahl and Dennis Geib co-directing. There will be pre-show Champaign reception, and hors’ de ouvres. Tickets are $20.00 each and can be purchased by calling the Barrow-Civic Theatre box office at 814-437-3440 from 10AM to 4:30PM Tuesday through Friday. Tickets can also be purchased online by visiting the website at Barrowtheatre.com.

AUDITIONS: “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow”
Auditions will be held on August 16 at 4:00pm & August 17 at 6:30pm. You Need only attend ONE. Auditioners must be at least 10 years old to participate. Speaking lines and songs will be taught at the start. All auditioners must sing! Anyone interested in working back stage on tech will need to come and fill out form during audition times.

From the pages of Washington Irving's timeless classic about Ichabod Crane and the headless horseman, our rendition is a suspenseful musical that takes you through one of the timeless stories of Halloween folklore. School Shows are set for Oct. 29th, with Public Performances Fri Oct 30th at 8pm & Sun Nov 1 st at 2pm.

AUDITIONS: “JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT”
Auditions will take place August 8 and 9 in the BCT Little Theatre. Children (grades 4-9) will audition at 2pm either day and adults will audition at 3pm either day. Please use the alley door off the Little Theatre. No appointment is necessary. Adults-please bring a prepared piece of music to sing.

There are roles for men, women and children. All roles are open. “Joseph” will play for six shows September 25-27 and October 1-3 at the Barrow-Civic Theatre. For further information please contact Ted Smith via email at tedsmith.patio@gmail.com.

Box Office News July 31 - Special Blog Issue

Having brushed up everyone’s Shakespeare with KISS ME KATE, the Franklin Civic Operetta Association intends to lend new luster to its next offering, Neil Simon’s classic THE ODD COUPLE.

Fresh from his dual-role BCT debut in KISS ME KATE, Nick Mitchell wears two hats for this production as well. Nick brings creativity, expertise, and comic flair to his role as director and to his portrayal of Oscar Madison. Christian Marshall fans (we know who you are!) will delight in his casting as America’s favorite neurotic neat freak, Felix Ungar. A gifted actor with a natural comedic style, Christian is sure to be a crowd-pleaser in this role.
Witnessing Felix’s angst from their seats at a nearby poker table are three BCT veterans and one newcomer. Ben Bodamer and Nick Keeley, both seen earlier this year in TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD, trade their Southern drawls for the dulcet tones of “New Yawk” and “Joisey” to play Roy and Speed. Bill Hennessy, who made his acting debut in KISS ME KATE, takes his second turn on the boards as fast-drawing, slow-dealing Murray the Cop. Completing this quartet – hysterically – is Pittsburgh actor Andy Coleman in his first Barrow-Civic appearance. Andy plays the affable but oh-so-clueless Vinnie.

For both sugar and spice, FCOA’s ODD COUPLE looks to Katie Kirby-Rogers and Lisa Harry as the Pigeon sisters, Cecily and Gwendolyn. Hilarity ensues when these British babes enter stage left and plans for the evening take wing.

Cooper Oliver and Mary Anne Wilkinson are the show’s producers. Order your tickets today on-line at http://www.barrowtheatre.com/ or by calling 814-437-3440 or 800-537-7769.

OLD TIME RADIO HITS THE AIR!

See you Saturday or Sunday for the Barrow-Civic's Old Time Radio Troupe's "Greatet Hits" show. Saturday August 1st at 8pm and Sunday August 2 at 2pm, Little Theatre. Tickets $7.00

The BCT Old Time Radio Troupe will be performing a "Greatest Hits" show, featuring the favorite plays that had our audiences laughing like mad, or shaking in their seats. There will be hilarious repartee and spooky chills as we re-create our re-creations.

We might be doing another "Bickersons" episode, as John and Blanche trade quips while John fights off snoring -- unsuccessfully. Or will we be dusting off a "Burns and Allen" show? Will there be a scary play about monsters from "Lights Out"? A sci-fi thriller from "X-Minus One"? A wistful love tale from "Fort Laramie"? We can guarantee an episode of our own local heroine -- Franklin Frankie.But to find out exactly what we'll be doing, you'll have to come.

And don't forget -- coming this October -- the most famous radio play in history, one that scared the heck out of the whole country -- "The War of the Worlds."

AUDITION CALLS!!!

Joseph and the Technicolor Dreamcoat
Sat. Aug 8 and Sun Aug 9 - Little Theatre
2pm-Youth Gr. 4-9 (no song prep needed)
3pm - Adults/Older Youth (prepare a song)
Details and audition packet at http://joseph-bct.blogspot.com/







Advanced Youth Theatre The Legend of Sleepy Hollow
Sun Aug. 16 at 4pm and Mon Aug 17 at 6:30pm
Must come prepared to sing. Speaking lines and song will be taught for auditions at beginning time. No prepared songs needed!!!









ONE NIGHT GALA FUNDRAISER
Black Tie Barrow-A Gala Evening, One-Night-Only performance to benefit the Barrow-Civic Theatre.

Feauring the music of Andrew Lloyd Webber, including CATS and Phantom, along with music from major musicals such as West Side Story, Sound of Music and more.

Featuring performances by Olivia Beals, Jeff Brown, Samantha Caiarelli, Tammi Dahl, Sam DePalma, Jenn Fox, Tim Gilbert, Dennis Geib, Marc Ellis Holland, Jodi Hoover, Tom Karg, Tc Marshall, Nicholas Nasibyan, Darin Paden, Hannah Pratt, Richard Roberts, Bret Sloan and Stephen Teig and hosted byTed Smith.

Get you tickets at http://www.barrowtheatre.com/ or through the Box Office at 814-437-3440.One Night Only - Saturday August 22, 2009 at 8pm


TICKETS NOW ON SALE FOR DAVY JONES: LIVE IN CONCERT. October 18, 2009 at 8pm. Visit http://www.barrowtheatre.com/ to purchase tickets or call the Box Office at 814-437-3440 or 800-537-7769

UPCOMING LITTLE THEATRE EVENTS
Dinner with the Plaids-A Diner Theatre
Aug 28,29, 30 and September 11 and 13.
(Fri and Sat 6:30pm Dinner, 7:30pm Show, Sun Noon Dinner, 1pm show)

Night Mother
October 23 and 24 at 8pm

Old Time Radio presents The War of the Worlds
October 31 at 8pm and November 1 at 4pm

Visit http://www.barrowtheatre.com/ for information on shows and to purchase tickets.

AUDITION CALL

Audition dates for Joseph and the Technicolor Dreamcoat have been scheduled.

"Joseph" is the 2009 "Applefest" show produced by Franklin Civic Operetta Association. The show runs Sept 25-27 and Oct 1-3, 2009 at the Barrow-Civic Theatre in Franklin, PA.

Directors Ted Smith and John McConnell have set auditions for Sat. August 8 and Sun. August 9 at the BCT Little Theatre, 1223 Liberty Street Franklin PA. The full audition announcement can be found HERE.

Visit the Joseph show blog for full audition and show information.

Audition Notice

Audition Notice for FCOA's upcoming production of "The Odd Couple."

Auditions for "The Odd Couple" will take place Saturday JUNE 20 and Sunday JUNE 21 (2pm both days) in the BCT Little Theatre (use alley door). The show is being directed by Nick Mitchell, currently onstage at the Barrow-Civic as General Harrison Howell in Kiss Me Kate.

Nick brings a background in acting, directing and producing shows. He currently runs Empty Jug Productions in Pittsburgh, PA.

Auditioners should come prepared to cold-read from the script. Six male and two female actors are needed - adult roles.

For more information, contact the theatre at 814-437-3440.

Kiss Me Kate Auditions

Auditions for the Summer 2009 FCOA production of KISS ME KATE will be held April 18 and 19 at 2pm, the BCT Little Theatre. We are excited to bring this Cole Porter masterpiece to the stage at the Barrow.

"Arrogant Fred Graham is directing a production of William Shakespeare's The Taming of the Shrew, starring his ex-diva wife in the title role of the shrew when the contentious love affair between the actors begins to parallel the bickering characters they are portraying. All-out calamity ensues in this toe-tapping, knee-slapping play-within-a-play."

Auditioners should be prepared to sing a musical piece of 16-32 measures and possibly cold-read from the script. Most of the roles are adult roles (mid-teens and up)...we will also be looking for a supporting ensemble. The show is directed by Ted Smith and Music Directed by Pete Greene. Accompaniment by Kristen Criado, Props by Jude Braymer, Set Construction by Ed Ramage, and produced by Carolyn Jamison and Mary Ann Richardson.

You can fill out an audition packet at the audition call or download it here and bring it with you.

http://www.barrowtheatre.com/kate/kateaudition.pdf

Questions can be emailed to Ted Smith at tedsmith.patio@gmail.com

See you at auditions!

Auditions for Mass Appeal

Auditions will be held this Saturday March 14 at 2pm for the Theatre In the Little Theatre production of Mass Appeal. We are looking for two men for the play. Please come prepared to cold-read from the script. Show dates are April 17-18 at 8pm each night in the BCT Little Theatre.

Synopsis from http://www.dramatists.com/cgi-bin/db/single.asp?key=1273

Father Tim Farley, a lover of the good things in life, is comfortably ensconced as priest of a prosperous Catholic congregation. Without realizing it, he has resorted to flattering his parishioners and entertaining them with sermons that skirt any disturbing issues, in order to protect his Mercedes, his trips abroad and the generous supply of fine wines that grace his table (and his desk drawer).

His well-ordered world is disrupted by the arrival of Mark Dolson, an intense and idealistic young seminarian whom Father Farley reluctantly agrees to take under his wing. There is immediate conflict between the two as the younger man challenges the older priest's sybaritic ways, while Father Farley is appalled by Mark's confession that he had led a life of bisexual promiscuity before entering the priesthood.

In the final essence their confrontation is a touching yet very funny examination of the nature of friendship, courage and the infinite variety of love, as the older man is reminded of the firebrand he once was, and the younger comes to realize that forbearance is as vital to the Christian ethic as righteousness.

Directed by Ted Smith and produced by Rosie Petulla as part of Theatre In the Little Theatre - a series produced by Franklin Civic Operetta Association at the Barrow-Civic Theatre

Audition Notice - To Kill A Mockingbird

Auditions for To Kill a Mockingbird, based on Harper Lee's Pulitzer Prize winning novel will take place at The Barrow-Civic Theatre on Saturday, February 28, 2009 at 10:00 A.M.-12:00 P.M. and on Sunday, March 1, 2009 at 3:00 P.M.-5:00 P.M. Performance dates are April 24, 25 and May 2 and 3, 2009.

The setting of the play is 1935 Alabama, and there is a strong racial theme, as well as adult subject matter and language that was used during that time and place. There are roles for all ages and ethnic types, including strong roles for African-Americans. Ages of characters range from children 9 years and to adult. The cast is 17 in total. For more information, call the theatre at 814-432-5196.

Hope to see you there!!