Dan Radcliffe Broadway bound with Equus

All those Dan Radcliffe/Harry Potter fans get ready. September 5th, 2008 Equus set to open on Broadway.

Now Dan Radcliffe is best known for the role of the boy wizard in the movie adaptations of J.K. Rowlings Harry Potter. Equus is about 180 degrees from that type of a role. Read more about the plot of Equus.

Previews of Equus start September 5 for a 22-week run at the Broadhurst Theatre. The play opens Sept. 25-Feb. 8, 2009.

Also of Note: Richard Griffiths, who plays Uncle Vernon in the Harry Potter movies, reprises his London role as the psychiatrist.

Previously on Equus and Dan:
2-28-2007 - Reviews of Dan Radcliffe in Equus
2-5-2007 - Equus Potter has grown up

Hudson Valley Theater Auditions - March 2008

More spring and early summer shows are auditioning now! There are a number of wonderful opportunities for local actors and stage crew. If you'd like to see your event listed here, please email me at midhudsontheater@gmail.com.

Goldenstone Productions is Auditioning Little Shop of Horrors.
Monday April 21st, 2008 6-9 pm
Sunday April 27th, 2008 1-4 pm
Monday April 28th, 2008 6-9 pm
Callbacks - April 28th

Auditions to be held at SUNY Ulster Senate Gym Stage in Stone Ridge, NY

Show Dates: July 17th-27th, 2008

Seeking musical performers age fifteen and above. Energized and engaging actors with good comic skills and excellent singing voices. Ability to create multiple characters a big plus as well.

Bring sheet music of a song you know well in the key you sing best or you may sing a song from the show. Be prepared to dance/move. They have an audition form to fill out and bring here:

If you have a scheduling conflict or any other concerns, please email or call Goldenstone Productions at 845.687.4758.

Character Breakdowns:

Seymour: A sensitive, kind- hearted young man who cares deeply about those around him. He can take anything dished his way, but gets fired up if he sees someone else mistreated. He is a comic but, not a clown. He should sing and act well.

Audrey: A naïve, broken, and sensitive gal who although she looks trashy, lives with a heart of gold. She is the only one who doesn’t realize how good she truly is here. She needs to sing very well and be a great comedienne.

Mr. Mushnik: A failed business man who takes Seymour in not out of kindness but, out of necessity. He speaks with a European accent of some sort and should be good with comedy.

Dentist: A not so smart medical professional who enjoys pain; especially giving it. Must be a good actor who sings well. He is a throw back to the greaser type.

Chiffon, Crystal, Ronnette: The greek chorus who know exactly what is going on even if the other performers do not. Excellent singers who must dance very well. Hip, smart, funny and engaging.

Audrey Two: A giant man eating plant with a penchant for human blood. Actually, she is four puppets operated by one actor. The actor should have a

Good comic sense and know some miming. The puppets lip synch to another actor providing the plant’s voice.

Audrey Two Voice: A soulful and rich voice provided by an excellent singer. They should have a good sense for comedy.

Customer/ Patrick Martin: One actor who plays two roles. Will also help with background vocals and puppet work.

Skip, Mrs. Luce, et al. : One actor who plays several roles quickly in succession . The actor should be a good comedian and a good chameleon.

There are several backstage positions to fill as well as a need for extra puppeteers.
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STAR MOUNTAINVILLE GROUP Seeks a Stage Manager for Sam Shepard's A LIE OF THE MIND. Exciting oppportunity to work on Shepard's masterpeice. Running June 6 through 28th in High Falls space. Rehearsals to begin mid-April. Please call Glenn Laszlo Weiss, Director at 679-4561 ASAP if interested.

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Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Auditions Extended!

The Michael J. Quill Irish Cultural Centre with the Durham Irish Repertory Theater (D.I.R.T.) announce extended auditions for Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, at 7PM, Monday, April 14th at Weldon House, Rt. 145 East Durham. Needed for Joseph are fourteen male actor/singers of various ages to portray Joseph, Jacob and his twelve sons and six female singers for chorus. Please prepare an uptempo Broadway song and be familiar with the score. Also dress comfortably for a movement audition. Call 518-719-0633 with any questions.
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Brewster Theatre Company is auditioning three shows.

Rabbit Hole
Apr 9, 2008 at 07:30 PM
Brewster Public Library
79 Main St
Brewster, NY

Time Warp:
A Teen Musical Revue
May 14, 15, 2008 at 06:30 PM
Taps N Toes Dance Studio
16 Mt. Ebo Rd. S.
Brewster, NY

Evening of One-Acts
May 16, 2008 at 07:30 PM
Brewster Public Library
79 Main St
Brewster, NY

For more details on each of the shows visit the BTC website.

Magic this weekend April 12

I'm going to see a magic show this weekend! I missed a chance to see this entertainer earlier in the year so I'm glad to be able to now. Who? you ask ... John Shaw. He does a different brand of Magic - Illusions with some sideshow and comedy mixed in. I've seen and heard great reviews.

It's a fund raiser for the Highland Fire Department, a local fire company to which my hubby belongs. He's the one that told me about it, as he wanted to know if I would like tickets to go. He even volunteered to watch the baby. So I found a friend or two to go with me. Then I checked in with a theater friend of mine who assists in the show sometimes and found she would be performing also, which makes it even better.

In the area? Want to go? It supports a wonderful organization ...

April 12, 2008 @ 7pm
Highland Highschool
Pancake Hollow Rd

Pre-admission tickets $10.00. $15.00 at the door. Doors open at 5PM. Call 845-691-2152 for tickets and additional information.