Ashtabula Arts Center News

For “Proof”--Sun. Dec. 5, 6 - 8 p.m.,
And Mon., Dec. 6, 7 - 9 p.m.
There are four roles. “Robert” age 40-60, “Catherine”
age 23-32, “Claire” age 25-40 and “Hal” age 25-35.
Bring a list of conflicts. All readings will be from the script.

For “25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee”
Sat., Jan. 8, And Sun., Jan. 9 from 2 - 4 p.m.
The cast includes six "12 year olds" played by adults
ages 18 - 50, and 3 adults. Several roles are doubled.

Announcing Auditions for “Hairspray”

Auditions for the G. B. Community Theatre production of “Hairspray The Broadway Musical” will be held on Sat., November 6 from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. open call, singing & monologue plus a 12:30 p.m. dance call AND 1:30 - 3 p.m., open call, singing & monologue plus a 3 p.m. dance call. Also, Sun., November 7 from 4 - 5 p.m. open call, singing and monologue plus a 5:30 dance call. All actors of any and all skill levels are welcome to try out.

Directed by Kim Godfrey, the show is set in the year is 1962 and Baltimore's Tracy Turnblad is going to do whatever it takes to dance her way onto TV's most popular show! Can a big girl with big dreams, and even bigger hair, turn the whole town around and still have time to win the boy she loves? This dancing, romancing musical-comedy treat is based on John Waters' 1988 film classic, with a book by Mark O'Donnell and two-time Tony Award-winner Thomas Meehan and a brand-new score by five-time Oscar-nominee Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman.

Performance dates will be Jan. 14, 15, 16, 21, 22, 23, 28, 29, 2011. Participants should prepare a short song and short monologue. Bring a list of any date conflicts you may have during the rehearsal and performance period.

The Ashtabula Arts Center is located at 2928 West 13^th Street in Ashtabula. Call (440) 964-3396 for more information.

The Arts Center is funded in part by the Ohio Arts Council.

Auditions for the G. B. Community Theatre production of "Diary of Anne Frank" will be held Mon. Nov. 30 and Weds. Dec. 2 at 6 p.m.

Auditions      For the G. B. Community Theatre production of   "Diary of Anne Frank" will be held  Mon. Nov. 30 and Weds. Dec. 2 at 6 p.m. Readings will be from the script. Please bring your list of conflicts.   Winner of the Pulitzer Prize, Tony Award, Critics Circle Award, and virtually every other coveted prize of the theatre "The Diary of Anne Frank" by Frances Goodrich & Albert Hackett, and newly adapted by Wendy Kesselman will bring to life the true World War II story of the Jewish girl whose family hides in an attic in hopes of escaping the Nazis. Tender, amusing, enlightening, and moving "The Diary of Anne Frank" directed by Stephen Rhodes of Conneaut, will be performed Feb. 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21, 26, 27, 2010   Characters needed: The Frank Family Anne - female - 13 to 16 years old Margot Anne's sister - 16 to 18 years old Edith Anne's mother - age: 40ish Otto Anne's father - age: 40 to 60ish   The Van Daan family Mr. Van Daan same age as Otto Frank Mrs. Van Daan same age as Mrs. Frank Peter Van Daan 16 to 18 Mr. Dussel ( a dentist) 50 to 60ish   Hiders of the families Miep Gies 20 to 30ish Mr. Krahler 30 to 60 Soldiers: First man 18 - 20 Second man 18 - 20 Third man 20 - 40     For more information: contact director Steve Rhodes at rhodes8228@roadrunner.com

G. B. Community Theatre Announces its 2009 - 2010 Season!

"Night of January 16th" A play by Ayn Rand Directed by Douglas Anderson Oct. 2, 3, 4, 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, 2009 Bjorn Faulkner has swindled millions of dollars from investors but in the wake of a crash, is facing bankruptcy. On the night of January 16th, Bjorn and Karen Andre, his mistress of ten years, are in the penthouse at the top of the Faulkner Building when Faulkner falls to his death. Did he commit suicide? Or did the lovely Karen Andre do him in? A jury chosen from the audience will weigh the facts and decide the verdict! Presented by special arrangement with BAKER'S PLAYS. A Haunted Halloween Treat! "Blithe Spirit" Written by Noel Coward Directed by Linda Fundis Oct. 30, 31, Nov. 1, 6, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 2009 Charles and Ruth plan an amusing evening with friends by inviting Madame Arcati, a medium, to their home to hold a séance. The event turns into a nightmare of hilarity, however, when Charle's very jealous first wife returns from the hereafter and attempts to take matters into her own ethereal hands! Noel Coward's improbable farce takes the audience on an amusing journey through this world and the next in one of theaters most enduring comedy classics! Presented by special arrangement with Samuel French, Inc., New York City Where else can you see 20 Broadway shows in one evening? "Forbidden Broadway Greatest Hits Vol. 1" Created and written by Gerard Alessandrini Directed by Kim Godfrey Jan. 15, 16, 17, 22, 23, 24, 29, 30, 2010 This satirical review spoofs show tunes, characters and plots of contemporary and current Broadway musicals and was such a popluar show on Broadway that it ran for 27 years! Rewritten several times to include parodies of newer shows, this production is bound to be the highlight event on your post Christmas calendar!Presented by special arrangement with and all authorized performance materials are supplied by Theatrical Rights Worldwide (TRW), 1359 Broadway, Suite 914, New York, NY, 10018. (866) 378-9758 www.theatricalrights.com "The Diary of Anne Frank" By Frances Goodrich & Albert Hackett, Newly adapted by Wendy Kesselman Directed by Stephen Rhodes Feb. 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21, 26, 27, 2010 This tender and moving drama is winner of the Pulitzer Prize, Tony Award, Critics Circle Award, and virtually every other coveted prize of the theatre!Presented by special arrangement with Dramatists Play Services, Inc. "You Can't Take it With You" By Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman Directed by Clay Nielsen March 19, 20, 21, 26, 27, 28, 2010 The cheerfully eccentric Vanderhof clan are a zany bunch who pursue whatever activity seizes their passion. When daughter Alice announces her boyfriend's rich, conservative parents are coming to dinner; the family agrees to act "normal." But when the prospective in-laws show up on the wrong night...the fireworks fly! Presented by special arrangement with Dramatists Play Services, Inc. "Dinner Before the Show!" G.B. Community Theatre will once again offer our popular dinners prior to select performances. Reservations and prepayment are required to be made no later than noon on the Wednesday prior to the dinner event. However, dinner seats often sell out before the deadline and reservations should be made as early as possible. Dinner seating begins at 6:30 p.m. Cost is $16 plus the price of your theater ticket. For reservations: (440) 964-3396 2009-2010 Dinners "The Night of January 16th" on Oct. 10, 2009 "Blithe Spirit" on Nov. 7, 2009 "Forbidden Broadway" on Jan. 23, 2010 "Diary of Anne Frank" on Feb. 20, 2010 "You Can't Take It With You" on March 20, 2010 Box Office Ticket Prices Patrons $14 General Admission $12 Seniors/Students $11 Or Save $2 each when you purchase advance sale tickets! All pre-sale tickets must be prepaid. No reservations without payment. (440) 964-3396 You won't find a better theater value anywhere! Save with a Season Subscription! Become a member and save even more! "GRAND" PACKAGE Get one ticket to each of the five G.B. Theatre main stage shows. Great for those who want to see every show! How many of each would you like? Subscription Price Member Price Total Patron _____ @ $48.00 ea. _____ @ $43.20 ea. = ______ Adult _____ @ $40.00 ea. _____ @ $36.00 ea. = ______ Senior _____ @ $36.00 ea. _____ @ $32.40 ea. = ______ Student _____ @ $36.00 ea. _____ @ $32.40 ea. = ______ "FLEX" PACKAGE Get five tickets that can be used at any G. B. Theatre main stage show. All tickets can be used one at a time or all at once! How many of each would you like? Subscription Price Member Price Total Patron _____ @ $54.00 ea. _____ @ $48.60 ea. = ______ Adult _____ @ $45.00 ea. _____ @ $40.50 ea. = ______ Senior _____ @ $40.50 ea. _____ @ $36.45 ea. = ______ Student _____ @ $40.50 ea. _____ @ $36.45 ea. = _____ "MASTER" PACKAGE Our best deal! One ticket to each of the five G. B. Community Theater shows plus Nutcracker, Children's Class Production, Spring Dance 2010 and four Straw Hat productions of 2010. Includes Patron seating (if available). How many of each would you like? One price for all ages ______@ $96.00 ea. 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Come out and try out! Auditions... for "Blithe Spirit" directed by Linda Fundis will be held on Sept. 8 & 9 at 7 p.m. This smash comedy hit of the London and Broadway stages, needs 2 adult men and 5 women. Readings will be from the script. for "Forbidden Broadway" directed by Kim Godfrey will be held on Nov. 7, 1 - 3 p.m. & Nov. 8, 6 - 8 p.m. Bring a reading or prepared piece of no longer than 1 minute and a vocal selection no longer than 90 seconds. Please bring your sheet music with you. You also may be asked to read or sing something by the director and may be asked to do a movement audition. Wear comfortable clothing. Auditions are first come, first served. For more information: 964-3396 Pamela Hammond Public Relations/Marketing Coordinator aac@ashartscenter.org Ashtabula Arts Center 2928 W. 13th Street Ashtabula, Ohio 44004 (440) 964-3396

Performance dates for

G. B. Community Theatre Auditions for "The Night of January 16th," a play by Ayn Rand and directed by Douglas Anderson, will be held Mon. & Tues., August 17 and 18, 7-9 p.m.

G. B. Community Theatre Auditions Join Our Mailing List! for "The Night of January 16th" a play by Ayn Rand Directed by Douglas Anderson will be held Mon. & Tues., August 17 and 18, 7-9 p.m. Depending on casting needs, the director may choose to schedule a limited number of individual auditions at alternate times. Anyone who cannot attend the scheduled auditions may leave a name and number with Douglas Anderson at 998-5849 by no later than Sunday, August 16th to request an alternate time. There are roles for 11 men and 11 women. All characters are adults; actors ages 15 and up are encouraged to audition. Some of those auditioning may also be asked to read from the script, but all are asked to bring a short (one minute) dramatic monologue or reading. About the play: "The Night of January 16th" is a play written by Ayn Rand, inspired by the death of the "Match King," Ivar Kreuger. First produced in 1934, it takes place entirely in a court room and is centered on a murder trial. It was a hit of the 1935-36 Broadway season. The play deals with issues of a man's ability to regard oneself as important and exist in a society where moral decay is ever prevalent. It also deals with issues of love, loyalty and betrayal. One particularly interesting feature of the play is that members of the audience are picked to take on the role of jury members each night. Depending on whether the "Jury" finds the defendant of the case, as in the play, "guilty" or "not guilty" - the play would have different endings. Another unique feature of the play is that it does not state what the true events were on the night of January 16th, forcing the actors performing the show to decide how much of their character's testimony is actually true. Since several witnesses contradict each other, it is almost certain that some of them are lying. Plot: Bjorn Faulkner has swindled millions of dollars from investors, by investing cash he didn't have in order to control the gold trade. In the wake of a crash, he is facing bankruptcy despite the injection of money by Mr. John Graham Whitfield, a prominent banker whose daughter, Nancy Lee Faulkner, married Faulkner shortly after the loan. On the night of January 16th, Karen Andre, Bjorn Faulkner's mistress of ten years, and Bjorn are in the penthouse at the top of the Faulkner Building in New York when Faulkner falls to his death. The purpose of the play is to decide if it may have been a suicide - or murder. Karen Andre is placed on trial on charges of having murdered Faulkner. She is being prosecuted by Mr. Flint and defended by Mr. Stevens. Within the three acts of the play, the two lawyers call upon a number of witnesses, including doctors, security of the Faulkner building, private investigators, the coroner, and a notorious gangster, where each of their testimony build to contradictory stories.

Ashtabula Arts Center aac@ashartscenter.org Ashtabula, Ohio 44004 (440) 964-3396