Here’s the low-down, from the announcement: “Max and Karen’s dilemma- They’re engaged to be married, but their jobs are keeping them apart. While twitter, email, texting and camera phones keep them connected, overlapping calls, three-party conferencing, simultaneous instant messages and emails create moments of sublime confusion.”

You can get more details, and sides, at FortHillPlayers.com

Auditions are Jan. 6 and 7 at 7 p.m. at Rochambeau School, 228 Fisher Ave., White Plains. Questions or conflicts, call 914-946-5143.

Performances are March 12, 13, 19, 20.

Here’s the announcement, with casting particulars:

“Set over Christmas of 1183, The Lion in Winter recounts Henry II’s effort to choose a worthy successor. Like many a modern-day politician, Britain’s King Henry II finds it occasionally useful to take his wife out of mothballs and parade her before the public. Henry’s Queen Eleanor, long exiled to a faraway castle, is “invited” to join Henry and their three sons for a family reunion. In this way, Henry hopes to maintain a stronghold on his Empire and to prevent the balance of power from shifting to Eleanor or to one of his sons: Richard the Lion-Hearted, Prince Geoffrey, or Prince John. Also on hand for the get-together is Henry’s mistress Princess Alais—who covets the King’s influence—and the Princess’ brother, King Philip of France. Despite Henry’s efforts to keep his wife and offspring at arms’ length (and away from the throne), Eleanor successfully reunites the brood, assuring that her power will not only be restored, but will last long after her death.

Auditions will be held Nov. 17 and 19 from 7 to 9 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Church, 26 Prospect St., Brewster

Director Matt Bogen is looking for the following:
1 Woman (Age 40s – 60s)
1 Woman (Age 20s)
1 Man (Age 40s – 60s)
4 Men (Ages late teens – early 40s)
Readings will be done from material provided.

The Lion in Winter is scheduled to be performed on January 22, 23, 29 and 30 at 8 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Church, 26 Prospect St., Brewster.

For further information and directions go to www.brewstertheatercompany.org or leave a message at:  845-598-1621.”

“SEEKING TALENT FOR JANUARY SHOWCASE

How often have you thought,  I was perfect for that role.  I hate auditions!
I have a monologue I’ve always wanted to do.  I’m just dying to sing a solo.
There’s this scene I’d do in a heartbeat.  I’m a dancing fool without a stage.

Well, here’s your chance to get your act together and perform it.  Fort Hill Players is seeking performers for their annual showcase production: FROM THE WINGS, to take place Jan. 29 & 30, 2010, at Rochambeau School Theater in White Plains.  Short monologues, one acts, poetry, scenes, etc. (readings or fully produced) Original works are welcome, as are singers, dancers, musicians, and possibly variety acts.

Send a description of your piece to: FHP@FortHillPlayers.com.   Deadline:  Nov.30, 2009.  Questions, Info: 914-946-5143 or FortHillPlayers.com

Director Marc Tumminelli is looking for girls 9th grade and older and boys 8th grade and older for the musical, which will be presented by The Edge, RFKT’s company for serious high school and college-age performers. Anya Wallach, the diminutive doyenne of youth theater, is producer.

The Edge is a tuition-based program for kids. There is no fee to audition. If cast, the fee is $350 and scholarships are available.

Auditions are Friday, Oct. 2, from 3:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. Callbacks are right after, from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. They all take place at The Random Farms Performing Arts Center, 77 Executive Blvd., Elmsford, just down the hill from Westchester Broadway Theatre.

If cast, rehearsals begin Oct. 5 and tech/show week is Dec. 14-20 at Tarrytown Music Hall.

For more information, or to schedule an audition, go to www.randomfarms.com/theedge.html

Bedford Community Theatre will present a musical version of Charles Dickens’ beloved classic A Christmas Carol this fall with auditions for all roles in early September. Beautiful melodies by Alan Menken and poignant lyrics by Lynn Ahrens add to the emotional power and pure joy of Dickens’ timeless tale in this version originally presented at Madison Square Garden Theater.

The production includes classic roles for adults, such as Scrooge, Bob Cratchit and the ghosts; several parts for young actors (Tiny Tim, young Scrooge, his sister Fan), and a teen dance corps, as well as a multi-generational ensemble.

Auditions will be held at the Bedford Hills Community House as follows: For all adult and teen roles, auditions will be Tuesday, Sept. 8 from 4 to 9 pm . Auditions for children, age 8 and up will be Thursday, Sept. 10 from 4 p.m. to completion. Adults and teens are also welcome to audition on Thursday after 6 p.m. Performers should come prepared to sing and dressed to move. (Bring sheet music in your key. Accompanist provided.) Participants may request an audition time slot by e-mail to catetesta@hotmail.com.

A Christmas Carol, BCT’s eighth annual musical production, will be directed by Tom Kramer and produced by Diane Bradsell and Laurie Lewis. Performances of A Christmas Carol will be Nov. 20-22 and Dec. 3-6 at the Bedford Hills Community House. Tickets will go on sale in October.

For more information about auditions, including a character breakdown, details about this production and directions to the theater, visit BCT’s website at www.bedfordcommunitytheatre.org.

Bedford Community Theatre operates in cooperation with the Town of Bedford Recreation and Parks Department. A Christmas Carol is presented through special arrangement with Music Theater International.

The auditions are Tuesday, Sept. 8 at 7:30 p.m. at the Trinity-Boscobel United Methodist Church, 275 Church Street, Buchanan.

“Art” is about three friends and a challenging piece of abstract art that challenges their friendship.

Melinda is looking for three male actors for the production, which opens Oct. 22 and closes Nov. 1.

Questions? E-mail Melinda at mmlibrarytheatre@hotmail.com or call 914-734-4336.

This time last year, they were an Equity home to big rarely-seen musicals like “Camelot.” Somewhere along the way, they jettisoned Toni Rubio, who had run a great youth theater program there.

Now, the Equity theater is reeling in the wake of the economic crash. The last show of the second season was canceled and they have yet to announce plans for season three, at a time when they should be casting the season’s first show.

But they’ve hired Jeremy Quinn, late of several youth theaters—Westchester Broadway and Helen Hayes among them—to reimagine Rubio’s Renaissance Theater Academy.

He has come up with the Westchester Conservatory for the Performing Arts and is now casting Elton John and Time Rice’s “AIDA.”

Here’s a note from Quinn:

“If you have not yet made an appointment to audition for AIDA and are still interested, there are some slots still available on both Sept. 12 and 13 from 4-7 p.m. Callbacks are Sept. 14, from 6-9 p.m.

“We are seeking a large cast of strong, multi-ethnic singer/actors from age 13 on up. There is no fee to audition, but if you are cast, you will be required to pay the tuition for the program if you accept your role. (Tuition is $350 if you sign up for an audition by Friday, Sept. 4, and $375 if you sign up after that.)

“REHEARSALS: Tuesdays (4-8 pm), Thursdays (4-8 pm) & Sundays (12-6 pm)

“A more specific rehearsal schedule will be made after rehearsals begin. Not everyone will be called for every rehearsal.

“To make an audition appointment or for more information, please call 914-328-1600 ext. 16 or email education@wppac.com.

Quinn directs “AIDA,“ with musical direction by George Croom and choreography by Linda Duci.

Performances will be Nov. 13 and 14 at 8 p.m.

To that end, here’s the audition notice:

“YCP TheaterWorks will hold open auditions for ‘The Tale of the Allergist’s Wife’ on Tuesday and Wednesday, September 8 & 9, 7:30 p.m., at Van Cortlandtville School, Route 6, Mohegan Lake, directly opposite Cortlandt Town Center Shopping Mall.  Performances will be Nov. 7 through 15.

There are roles for 2 men and 3 women
Ira, the allergist, age 50s

Mohammed, the doorman, age 20s

Marjorie, the allergist’s wife, age 50s

Lee, her childhood friend, age 50s

Frieda, Marjorie’s mother, age 80s.

(Don’t let these suggested ages of the roles deter; actors often play older or younger than their actual ages.)

A copy of the script will be on reserve at the reference desk of the Hart Library, Main St., Shrub Oak, for perusal within the library.  For further information, call Marshall Moseley, the director: 914-528-4145 or e-mail ycptw@bestweb.net

The Tale of the Allergist’s Wife might sound like a part of Chaucer’s Canterbury Tales, but that’s not quite so.  An award winning hit at the Manhattan Theatre Club and on Broadway in 2000, The Tale of the Allergist’s Wife written by Charles Busch is a radical departure for the well known author of extravagant spoofs like Vampire Lesbians of Sodom and Psycho Beach Party.

Marjorie Taub, the wife of a philanthropic allergist, is engulfed in a life crisis of Medea like proportions. Her children are grown, her beloved therapist died recently and her mother, obsessed with bowel movements grates on her nerves.

She tries to lose herself in a world of art galleries, foreign films and avant guard theater, but finds she is barely able to rouse herself from her sofa. Her spirits suddenly soar when a fascinating and incredibly worldly friend from her childhood appears on her doorstep.

But soon, Lee the savior who infuses Marjorie with life becomes Lee the unwelcome and sinister guest.

Email for an appointment to interview with director Jason Summers at TorktownStage@aol.com

Here are the particulars:

Audition Dates:
Sept. 13 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. —  Children ONLY
Children age 7 – 11
Prepare to stay for 1 hour to sing, dance and read.  No preparation necessary.
Children will learn and sing “Ding Dong The Witch Is Dead”

Sept. 13 from 3 – 6 p.m. — Lead and Ensemble Roles ONLY

Sept. 14 from 7 – 10 p.m.  Lead and Ensemble Roles ONLY
Lead and Ensemble Roles (Men, Women & Children, aged 12 – adult)
Prepare to stay for 1 hour and to sing, dance and read.  Preparation described below.
Dorothys should prepare to sing “Over The Rainbow” in B flat.
Traditional musical theatre songs only – no pop/rock

Callback Date:
Sept. 15 from 6 – 10 p.m.

Performance Dates:
Saturdays, November 14, 21, 28  @  7 pm
Sundays, November 15, 22, 29  @  2 pm
Friday, November 27 @ 2 PM
Saturday, November 28 @ 2 PM

Rehearsal Dates: (All Actors are not called every day)
Commence October 4.  Weekdays 7-10 pm.  Weekends 11-7 pm.

Audition requirements:
• Bring sheet music in the appropriate key.  (No music needed if singing from the show.)
• Be prepared to sing 16 bars (possibly more). An accompanist is provided.
• Bring  headshot (or small non-returnable photograph).
• Bring resume (list of experience is acceptable).
• Non-professionals must be able to speak loudly and clearly.

THE WIZARD OF OZ CHARACTER BREAKDOWN
Dorothy Gale:  18+ to play 14-16, young and determined to find her place in the
world, G below middle C-F with a legit sound, singer who moves well, must not
be allergic to dogs.

Hunk/Scarecrow:  male, 17-35, singer-dancer, should be strong, physical
comedian, honest quality, sympathetic and optimistic friend, lovable and clumsy,
strong baritone to F.

Hickory/Tinman:  male, 17-40, singer-dancer, tall, angular, must be prepared to
wear silver face makeup, must be physically fit, strong baritone to G.

Zeke/Cowardly Lion:  male, 30-45, singer who moves well, cuddly actor with
excellent comic timing, strong baritone to F.

Mrs. Gultch/Wicked Witch:  female, 40-50, tall, angular, mature, no singing
required.

Aunt Em:  female, 40-60, motherly character actress, no singing required.
Glinda:  female, 40-50, singer, more mature, strong, motherly character actress,
low G to C above middle C.

Uncle Henry: male, 40-50, strong character actor, good comedic skills, no
singing required.

Marvel/Guard/Oz:  male, 40+, strong character actor, older father figure with an
eccentric theatrical flair, basic conjuring or sleight of hand a plus, strong
baritone to F.

Male Dancer/Singer Ensemble: 12+, strong all-around performers to play
various characters in Munchkinland and the Land of Oz, seeking strong singers
who move well, especially seeking tenors, all types and heights encouraged to
attend.

Female Dancer/Singer Ensemble:  12+, strong all-around performers to play
various characters in Munchkinland and the Land of Oz, seeking strong singers
with legit musical theatre sound, who move well and strong dancers who sing,
strong soprano to high B a plus, all types and heights encouraged to attend.

Pit Singers:  Strong choral singers with legit musical theater sound, strong
readers, and skilled at singing in harmony, sopranos up to high B+ a plus.

Here’s his announcement:

“Dear Potential Hope Players,

“Do you still find yourself longing for those summer nights? Were you born to hand jive? Do you go together like rama lama lama ke ding a de dinga a dong?

“Even if you’re a beauty school dropout, you’re the one that we want!

“The Hope Players is pleased to announce Auditions for its eleventh summer extravaganza, Grease, on Monday, June 22, starting at 3 p.m. at Kennedy Catholic High School in Somers, NY 10589. Callbacks will be the following day, also at 3 p.m. Auditions are open to all high school and college performers.

Show dates are Aug. 7-9.

“Best of all, everything the Hope Players raise from Grease will go toward local breast cancer research and awareness efforts. So why not do a good thing this summer?

“Audition for Grease on June 22 and become hopelessly devoted to Hope!

We are changing up the audition process a little. In an effort to be organized and more time-conscience, we are going to break the auditions into THREE TIME SLOTS for everyone. This will require those who are interested in auditioning to email in a “audition reservation request” to bwayjay@hotmail.com or thehopeplayers@aol.com. The time slots are as follows:

3:00 PM to 4:10PM FILLED
4:15PM to 5:25PM
5:30PM to 7:00PM

Therefore, if you need to get out early or know you will be running late, you have the ability to plan.

So please REPLY TO THIS EMAIL to request a spot by FRIDAY, JUNE 19. Make sure you put a first and second choice. Then check your email June 20 to see what spot you have. If you don’t have a preference, please write back and let us know that. Please forward this email to those who are new to Hope and you know may be auditioning.

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN STAGE CREW – do not come to auditions. Please send an email to thehopeplayers@aol.com expressing interest in stage crew, what you would like to be considered for, and experience you’ve had.

Thank you and we look forward to seeing you on June 22!

For auditions, please bring dancing shoes and prepare 16 bars of music. The music can be either from GREASE or similar shows.