Auditions for Complete Works of Wm. Shakespeare, Abridged
Date and Times:
- Friday, Nov 5, 5pm
- Saturday Nov 6, 5pm
- Callbacks will be Sunday, 4-6pm, if needed
Auditions will be held at Carnegie Visual Arts Center, 207 Church St, Decatur
Synopsis: Three actors find themselves performing shortened versions of some of Shakespeare’s greatest works hoping to do them justice, they find it’s not so easy. Not only do they get some of the stories wrong, they also break the 4th wall every chance they get. At one point they even accidentally read Hitlers bio thinking it’s Shakespeare’s. This show brings to life the history of Shakespeare’s works by bringing in a modern comical twist while involving the audience.
Directed By: Jessica Miller
Cast Requirements: Three actors
Contact: millyjessie@gmail.com or (256) 321-4357
Show Dates:
- Friday, January 21 at 7pm
- Saturday, January 22 at 7pm
- Friday, January 28 at 7pm
- Saturday, January 29 at 7pm
Complete Works will be presented at the Carnegie Visual Art Center.
Cast Announced for Humbug 2021!
We are extremely excited to announce the Humbug 2021 Cast. Congratulations to all. We look forward to a beautiful holiday season. Mark your calendars now for the December 2-4 production at the Princess Theatre!
Ebenezer Scrooge - Phil Parker
Belle - Ashleigh Vickery
Bob Cratchit - Steven Denslow
Fred Hollister - Ben Callahan
Jane Cratchit - Alyssa Butcher
Martha Cratchit - Olivia Martin
Belinda Cratchit - Marissa Moore-Prytz
Peter Cratchit - Ezra Lokken
Tiny Tim Cratchit - Colin Butcher
Betsy Littleton - Violet Martin
Mr. Fotheringay - Patrick Haughaboo
Beggar Tom - Erin Lokken
Barnsworth - Jon Robert Norris
Danbridge - Jamar Echols
Jacob Marley’s Ghost - Gary McKenzie
Christmas Past - Madeline McMahan
Ebby Scrooge - Buzz Willis
School Mistress - Amber Eckenrode
Scrooge’s Mother - Sarah Edman
Scrooge’s Father - Andrew Foxx
Fan Scrooge - Lucy Haughaboo
Fezziwig - Chuck Puckett
Mrs. Fezziwig - Lila Gates
Felicia Fezziwig - Emma Smith
Christmas Present - Blythe Carey
Christmas Sylphie - Abby Norris
Christmas Sylphie - Josie Rhone
Lydia Hollister - Morgan Montgomery
Elizabeth - Amber Eckenrode
Ignorance - Lila Ashworth
Want - Joy Martin
Old Joe - Andrew Foxx
Mrs. Smee - Mary Graben
The Undertaker - John Willis
Mrs. Dilber - Jane Burrell
Auditions for Humbug!
Bank Street Players announces auditions for Humbug! A Christmas Carol.
Date and Times:
- Thursday, August 19 @ 6pm
- Saturday, August 21 @ 9am
- If callbacks are necessary, they will be held Sunday afternoon
Auditions will be held in the basement Fellowship Hall of Central Methodist Church, 616 Jackson St SE, Decatur, AL. Use the Jackson Street entrance.
Synopsis: This will be the 4th annual production of Humbug! A Christmas Carol. Humbug! is a musical retelling of Dickens' famous story, complete with all the familiar characters: Bob Cratchit and his family, Marley's Ghost, the spirits of Christmas Past, Present and Future and all the others. The play remains true to the story, but presents important segments of it in song and dance.
Directed By: Carol Puckett
Cast Requirements: 16 Men, 10 Women, 8-9 Boys,
4-5 Girls, Londoners. Speaking roles:
Bob Cratchit. M, 25-40. Scrooge's clerk. Browbeaten at work, but
upbeat and happy at home.
Jane Cratchit. F, 25-40. Cratchit's loving and gentle wife. She is
also very much a realist.
Tiny Tim Cratchit. M or F, 6-8. Their youngest crippled son. Sweet
and innocent, sees good in all.
Belinda Cratchit. F, 10-15. Bob's younger daughter. Always willing
to tease her siblings.
Peter Cratchit. M, 10-15. Bob's elder son. Thinks of himself as
older than his years.
Martha Cratchit. F, 12-18. Bob's elder daughter, works in a shop.
Down to earth, but happy.
Christmas Past. F, 15-25. An elfin sprite, with an attitude. Sees
through Scrooge, and, while seemingly sweet-natured, willing to be
hard-edged when necessary.
Christmas Present. M, 16-35. Full of life, the spirit of revelry.
Big and boisterous. Also sees through Scrooge, and unwilling to let
him get way with excuses.
Young Scrooge. M, 18-25. Scrooge as a young man. Still capable of
tenderness, but always has his eye on his livelihood. Money has just
begun to exert its hold on him.
Belle. F, 18-25. Scrooge's sweetheart when he was a young man,
deeply caring and sincere. But unwilling to play second fiddle to
Scrooge’s fixation on money.
Betsy Littleton. F, 25-60. Flower-seller. Cockney. Good natured, but
knows her place
Fotheringay. M, 25-50. Butcher. Cockney. A soft-hearted businessman,
though seemingly tough
Danbridge. M, 20-60. A down-to-earth business man. Very much
desiring to help the poor.
Barnsworth. M, 20-60. His partner. He has the same feelings, and is
appalled at Scrooge..
Boy Scrooge. M, 10-12. Scrooge as a boy. Sad & lonely.
Fan. F, 8-12. Scrooge's younger sister, happy and fun-loving.
Scrooge's Father. M, 35-50. A stern, unforgiving man. The primary
source of Scrooge’s nature.
Scrooge's Mother. F, 30-45. Loving and kind, but unable to sway her
husband.
Fezziwig. M, 40-60. Scrooge's joyful, life-loving employer
when he was a young man. Red-faced, more interested in a good party
than profit.
Mrs. Fezziwig. F, 35-60. Fezziwig's wife, equally happy.
Felicia Fezziwig. F, 18-25. His daughter. It’s a happy family.
Fred Hollister. M, 20-35. Scrooge's nephew, Fan’s son.
Well-intentioned & positive. Wants only for his uncle to somehow be
as happy as he is. Resolute to keep trying
Lydia Hollister. F, 18-30. Fred's Wife. Teasing and happy.
Topper. M, 20-35. Fred's friend, a young gentleman who loves parties
and games.
Elizabeth. F, 18-30. A girl who Topper fancies.
Ignorance. M or F, 7-10. A spirit child who signifies ignorance.
Want. M or F, 7-10. A spirit child who signifies poverty
Old Joe. M, 35-60. A fence for stolen goods. Cockney, somewhat of a
blackguard. Very much akin to Fagin from Oliver Twist.
Charwoman. F, 30-60. A cleaning woman. Cockney, of a similar nature
as Old Joe.
Mrs. Dilber. F, 30-60. Scrooge's housekeeper. Cockney, also akin to
Old Joe.
Undertaker. M, 30-60. Another grave robber. These 4 are not nice
people, they have no scruples.
Beggar. M, 25-50. A beggar. Cockney.
Ethan, A Lad. M, 7-12. Street Urchin. Feisty. Street-wise.
Be Prepared: Bring a song that showcases your singing talent. You can use karaoke CD or iPhone, accompany yourself on piano, or a capella. There will be no pianist. If you bring recorded music, it must be music only (do not sing along with a recorded voice). There will be cold readings from the script.
Contact: carolcpuckett@gmail.com or (256) 318-3265
Show Dates: December 2-4 at the Princess
Humbug! A Christmas CarolBank Street Players announces the 3rd annual production of "Humbug! A Christmas Carol", by Chuck Puckett! Join us in ushering in the holiday season with the show that is fast becoming a Decatur tradition, a musical retelling of Charles Dickens' beloved story. Ebeneezer Scrooge is visited by the ghost of his old partner, Jacob Marley, and warned of the error of his ways. Three spirits visit the miser, showing scenes from his past, present and future. Scrooge learns lessons that change him forever, lessons given in word, song and dance. Directed by Larry Fine. Music direction by Gary McKenzie, Choreography by Melissa McMahan. Show dates are
Tickets are $18, $15 for seniors and students (all fees included)Tickets can be be reserved by calling 256-350-1745 or visiting the Princess website. More information can also be found at 256-350-1745 Join us for this heartwarming introduction into the Christmas season! |
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The Lion in Winter
Bank Street Players announces auditions for "The Lion in Winter", by James Goldman.
Date and Times:
- Saturday, Oct 19, 10am, at Princess Theatre, Decatur, AL.
- Sunday, Oct 20 2pm, choir room, St. John's Episcopal Church, 202 Gordon Dr., Decatur, AL
- If callbacks are needed, they will be Sunday evening
Synopsis: The Plantagenet family is locked in a free-for-all of competing ambitions to inherit a kingdom. Eleanor of Aquitaine, has been kept in prison since raising an army against her husband, King Henry II. The play centers around the inner conflicts of the royal family as they fight over both a kingdom and King Henry’s paramour during the Christmas of 1183. As Eleanor says, “Every family has its ups and downs,” and this royal family is no exception.
Directed By: Carron Clark
Cast Requirements: 5 M, 2 W, adults (18+), all ethnicities
Be Prepared: expect cold readings from the script and light physical activity
Presenting "Love, Loss & What I Wore"Bank Street Players is honored to present Love, Loss and What I Wore this October at the Carnegie Visual Arts Center with proceeds going to the Breast Cancer Research Center at the University of Alabama Birmingham. The play by Nora and Delia Ephron is a powerful work about women that is both poignant and humorous as it explores a range of life experiences to which everyone in the audience will find a way to relate. Directed by Sam Marsh Show dates are October 3,4,5,11 and 12 at 7:00 pm and October 5 and 12 at 2:00 pm. All tickets are $15, general admission, and will be sold at the door beginning a half hour before each performance. Tickets can be be reserved for pick up at the will call desk before each show by calling 256-318-3265. More information can also be found at 256-341-0562 Join us for this powerful celebration! |
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Humbug! A Christmas Carol Cast Announced
Bank Street Players is proud and excited to announce the cast list for the 2019 production of "Humbug! A Christmas Carol", directed by Larry Fine, music direction by Gary McKenzie. This is an unbelievably talented and enthusiastic group of actors and actresses. Be sure to put this Decatur Christmas tradition on your holiday calendar: December 5-7, at the Princess Theatre!Ebenezer Scrooge: Phil Parker
Bob Cratchitt: Timothy Ernst
Jane Crachitt: Jessica Geiger
Martha Cratchitt: Amber Eckenrode
Belinda Cratchitt: Jayde Fagan
Peter Cratchitt: Emmett Armstrong
Tiny Tim: Tavian Fink
Marley: Gary McKenzie
Young Scrooge: Brandon McLemore
Belle: Ashleigh Vickery
Christmas Past: Maggie Mahan
Christmas Present: Ben Callahan
Christmas Present Sprites: Jaelyn Fink, Lucy Haughaboo
Christmas Future: Curtis Armstrong
Fotheringay: Patrick Haughaboo
Betsy: Hannah Carpenter
Mr. Danbridge: Will Martin
Mr. Barnsworth: Daniel Turbyfill
Boy Scrooge: Parker Smith
Fan: Marissa Moore-Prytz
Mother Scrooge: Sarah Edman
Father Scrooge: Andrew Foxx
Mr. Fezziwig: Chuck Puckett
Mrs. Fezziwig: Mary Graben
Fred Hollister: Ethan Sharp
Lydia Hollister: Ashlyn Smith
Old Joe: Andrew Foxx
Mrs. Dilber: Sarah Edman
Mrs. Smee: Jane Burell
Undertaker: Hugh Morgan
Dick Wilkins and Beggar: Grayson Fink
Topper: Tyler Dalton
Elizabeth: Hailey Boyd
Want: Kathryn Hangard
Ignorance: Ezra Lokken
Ethan A Lad: Lucy Haughaboo
School Boys/Urchins: Ezra Lokken, Jaelyn Fink, Kathryn Hansard, Lucy Haughaboo
London Ensemble: Allison Smith, Erin Lokken, Regan Fink, Charisma Welch, Emma Price, Ezra Lokken, Jaelyn Fink, Kathryn Hansard, Lucy Haughaboo
Presenting "Guys & Dolls"!Bank Street Players is extremely pleased to present the musical, "Guys & Dolls", a Broadway classic that brings the glitz & grime of the early 1950s New York City to the stage, replete with the memorable language of Damon Runyon, who created these characters. This beloved romantic comedy is full of gamblers, showgirls, Save-a-Soul missionaries and famous toe-tapping tunes like “Luck Be a Lady” and “Sit Down You’re Rockin’ the Boat”! Show Dates: July 25-27, 2019 at the Princess Theatre, Decatur, AL. Tickets: Call (256) 350-1745 or visit www.princesstheatre.org/ticket-info Cast: Nathan Detroit- Timothy Ernst |
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Cast Announced for For "Guys & Dolls"Bank Street Players is extremely pleased to announce the cast of the summer musical, "Guys and Dolls". Five will get you ten that you are going to be thrilled with the show these talented performers are going to create. "Guys and Dolls" is Broadway classic brings the glitz & grime of the early 1950s New York City to the stage, replete with the memorable language of Damon Runyon, who created these characters. This beloved romantic comedy is full of gamblers, showgirls, Save-a-Soul missionaries and famous toe-tapping tunes like “Luck Be a Lady” and “Sit Down You’re Rockin’ the Boat”! Show Dates: July 25-27, Princess Theatre, Decatur, AL. Tickets: Call (256) 350-1745 or visit www.princesstheatre.org/ticket-info Cast: Nathan Detroit- Timothy Ernst |
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Auditions For "Guys & Dolls"Date and Times:
Auditions will be held at the Princess Theatre, 112 2nd Ave., Decatur, AL. Synopsis: This is a Broadway classic bringing the glitz & grime of the early 1950s New York City to the stage. This beloved romantic comedy is full of gamblers, showgirls, Save-a-Soul missionaries and famous toe-tapping tunes like “Luck Be a Lady” and “Sit Down You’re Rockin’ the Boat”! Director: Melissa Rice Cast Requirements: Large cast of gamblers, showgirls and Save-a-Soul missionaries ages 15 and up; Featured dancers needed; Ensemble roles for males and females of all ages Be Prepared: 32 bars of a show tune or 1940s style song; cold readings; 5 measures of broadway jazz dance to be taught at the audition (It will be helpful to know how to step ball change); Featured dancers should also prepare additional 30 seconds of jazz choreography showing off best skills. Contact: dmzhrice@live.com or 806-368-8383 Show Dates: July 25-27 |
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Bank Street Players Presents "Crimes Of the Heart" by Beth HenleyDate and Times:
All performances at Princess Theatre, 112 @nd Ave NE, Decatur, AL Synopsis: The scene is Hazlehurst, Mississippi, where the three Magrath sisters have gathered to await news of the family patriarch, their grandfather, who is living out his last hours in the local hospital. Lenny, the oldest sister, is unmarried at thirty and facing diminishing marital prospects; Meg, the middle sister, who quickly outgrew Hazlehurst, is back after a failed singing career on the West Coast; while Babe, the youngest, is out on bail after having shot her husband in the stomach. Their troubles, grave and somehow, hilarious, are highlighted by their priggish cousin, Chick, and by the awkward young lawyer who tries to keep Babe out of jail while helpless not to fall in love with her. In the end the play is the story of how its young characters escape the past to seize the future—but the telling is so true and touching and consistently hilarious that it will linger in the mind long after the curtain has descended. Cast: Joy Whitt, Chellie Letson, Catherine South, Lydia Hood, Joseph Langley, Nate Gillikin Director:Heather Kalonick Gillikin and Kathy Earnest Tickets: $15 adult, $13 student/senior. Reserve seats by visiting www.princesstheatre.org/ticket-info or call (256) 350-1712. Contact: boxoffice@princesstheatre.org |
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Cast Announced for "Humbug! A Christmas Carol"Bank Street Players is extremely excited to announce the cast for this years production of Humbug! which will be presented at the Princess Theatre Nov 29, Nov 30 and Dec 1.
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Tony Award Winning Hairspray Coming to the PrincessJoin Bank Street Players in 1962 Baltimore for this high energy, joyful look at life when American culture was changing at lightning speed and popular music gave us a bond and a roadmap to march forward. Tracy Turnblad wants nothing more than to dance on the Corny Collins show. Being a confident, determined young woman, she will let nothing stand in her way. Not detention, not the bullying of the mean girls in her school, and especially not the racist, backward -thinking policies of a TV producer determined to keep segregation alive. Based on true events in 1962 Baltimore, this Tony award-winning musical is one of America's favorites. With such tunes as "Good Morning, Baltimore", "I Know Where I've Been" and "You Can't Stop the Beat", "Hairspray" will have you humming along from the opening number to the closing curtain! You Can't Stop the Beat! Directed By: Carol Puckett Tickets: $18, $15 for seniors and students. Reserve tickets by visiting www.princesstheatre.org/ticket-info or calling 256-340-1778 Production Dates:
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As You Like It Coming To Ingall's Harbor PavilionGet lost in the forest of Arden with Rosalind, Orlando, the twin Dukes, and the rest of the motley crew in this 60s-flavored production of Shakespeare's As You Like It!Directed By: Heather Gillikin Tickets: No admission charge, family friendly. Production Dates:
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Hairspray Auditions
Bank Street Players announces auditions for "Hairspray".
Date and Times:
- Thu, May 3 @ 6pm
- Sat, May 5 @ 9am
- Thu, May 10 @ 6pm
- Sat, May 12 @ 9am
- If needed, callbacks will be the afternoon of May 12
Auditions will be held at Fort Decatur Rec Center, 610 4th Ave, Decatur, AL.
Synopsis: In 1960s Baltimore, dance-loving teen Tracy Turnblad auditions for a spot on "The Corny Collins Show" and wins. She becomes an overnight celebrity, a trendsetter in dance, fun and fashion. Perhaps her new status as a teen sensation is enough to topple Corny's reigning dance queen and bring racial integration to the show.
Directed By: Carol Puckett; Julie Phillips, Choreographer
Cast Requirements: Age: Rising 7th grade and up (adults, too!). Dance Requirements: LOTS of dancing!
Tracy Turnblad (F, 15-20): Our story's unsuspecting protagonist, she
is large and in charge. Confident, talented, and incredibly determined.
A romantic with a good heart and desire to cut up the dance floor.
Always on top of the latest trends.
Corny Collins (M, 25-35) The charismatic host of the Corny Collins'
Show. Good looking and smooth talking, he is a genuinely nice guy both
on and off camera.
Edna Turnblad (M, 30-50) Tracy's big and blonde mother. She is a working
housewife who has lost her confidence and dream to be a plus-size
clothing designer. Boisterous and commanding. Played by a male in drag.
Penny Pingleton (F, 15-20) Tracy's best friend and sidekick. Not the
brightest girl, but she has good intentions. Bursting to get free of her
mother's dominating control, she falls for Seaweed.
Amber Von Tussle (F, 15-20) Link's girlfriend and Tracy's nemesis.
She is pretty, thin, shallow, snobby, and racist. Can't dance but is
expected to win Miss Baltimore Hairspray. Always feels the need to be
the center of attention.
Velma Von Tussle (F, 45-55) Amber's mother and the director of
Corny Collin's show. She is a devious taskmaster and snobby racist. The
former Miss Baltimore Crabs will go to any length to ensure her daughter
is the next big thing.
Link Larkin (M, 15-20) The star and teenage heartthrob on Corny Collins'
show. He is extremely attractive and talented. Hoping to get his big
break with a recording contract, he unexpectedly falls for Tracy.
Seaweed J. Stubbs (M, 15-20) Tracy's classmate and friend, who is
discriminated against due to his skin color. He is confident, lovable
and talented in song and dance. He falls for Penny.
Little Inez (F, 13-15) Seaweed's sister.
Motormouth Maybelle (F, 40-50) Seaweed and Little Inez's mother,
she also appears as the Guest DJ on the Corny Collin's Negro Day show.
Big, blonde, beautiful and proud of it. She is sassy and confident.
Wilbur Turnblad (M, 55-65) Tracy's simpleminded and kind father. He owns
a joke shop and supports his daughter in spite of everything else. He
also loves his wife, Edna, very much.
Prudy Pingleton (F, 40-50) Penny's strict mother. Very conservative,
controlling, and closed minded.
Ensemble; Corny Collins' Kids (Tammy, Brad, Brenda, Sketch, Shelley,
etc.); Motormouth Mabel's dance ensemble, singers; Students; Hookers;
Protestors
Be Prepared: Cold readings from the script. Be prepared to sing a song that displays your vocal talent. You can supply a karaoke CD or sing a capella. Auditioners will learn and perform a simple dance combination.
Contact: carolcpuckett@gmail.com or (256) 318-3265
Show Dates: July 19-21
Other Info: Hairspray is the season finale for BSP.
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Dinner With Friends Coming to the PrincessA happily married couple discover their closest friends are not as happy as they thought, and they begin to wonder how sound their own relationship can be. This award-winning play by Donald Margulies will be presented on the mainstage of the Princess. The audience will be on stage with the actors in a unique arrangement.This show is for mature audiences, as it contains language and scenarios inappropriate for children. Cast: Nathan Gillikin, Heather Kalonick Gillikin, Joseph Langley, and Chellie Letson Directed By: Andrew Foxx and Emma Denson Tickets: $10 Student&Senior/$12Adult. Reserve seats at www.princesstheatre.org or call (256) 350-1745, Production Dates:
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Humbug! A Christmas Carol Coming to the PrincessEveryone knows Charles Dickens' tale of Ebenezer Scrooge, the flinty miser who is transformed by the spirits of Christmas. The story is credited with bringing the modern celebration of Christmas to the world. Well, the the story itself has been transformed in this world premiere of a new musical retelling of the familiar tale, giving it new life in song. With book and music by Chuck Puckett, and directed by Carol Puckett, Bank Street Players is proud to present this brand new work, complete with 16 original songs sure to keep you humming, and to put you in the perfect mood for the season. Join us, won't you? Warm your own heart as you witness the thawing of Scrooge's heart in this timeless classic, true to the story told by Dickens. But with a few surprises sure to entertain... and perhaps even give pause to celebrate the wonder in this best of all seasons. "God Bless Us Everyone!" Directed By: Carol Puckett Tickets: $18. $15 for seniors and students. Reserve seats at www.princesstheatre.org or call (256) 350-1745, Production Dates:
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War of the Worlds Coming to the Princess Theatre!When Orson Welles new radio production troupe, the Mercury Theatre Of the Air, broadcast H.G. Wells story "War Of the Worlds", 1000's of Americans were thrown into a panic, thinking they were hearing news reports about a real Martian invasion. BSP will reproduce the radio broadcast on the Princess stage, complete with sound effects and a very "period" feel. On Friday and Saturday night, after the recreation of the broadcast, the stage will be quickly cleared, and the audience will be treated to the movie "The Rocky Horror Picture Show". A percentage of the proceeds for this production, so aptly timed to conincide with Halloween, will be donated to the Princess Theatre. Directed By: Hannah Carpenter Cast Requirements: Production Dates:
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Auditions for War of the WorldsAuditions for "War Of the Worlds" will be held
Auditions will be held at Ft. Decatur Rec Center, 610 4th Ave, Decatur. Synopsis: When Orson Welles new radio production troupe, the Mercury Theatre Of the Air, broadcast H.G. Wells story "War Of the Worlds", 1000's of Americans were thrown into a panic, thinking they were hearing news reports about a real Martian invasion. BSP will reproduce the radio broadcast on the Princess stage, complete with sound effects and a very "period" feel. Directed By: Hannah Carpenter Cast Requirements: Orson Wells/Pierson - Deceitful / Male / 20's Instrumentalists will be MIMICKING playing the cymbals, chimes ect., they do not need to actually play an instrument to be considered for the role Production Dates: October 26, 27 & 28 Note: Those who audition should be aware that this production is supposed to be a pretty unsettling show. It is highly recommend to listen to the original radio broadcast on Spotify or YouTube before coming to auditions. |
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Auditions for Humbug! A Christmas CarolMusic, Lyrics and Book by Chuck Puckett Auditions for the world premiere of this new musical, based on the classic Charles Dickens story, "A Christmas Carol", will be held
Auditions will be held at Ft. Decatur Rec Center, 610 4th Ave, Decatur. Synopsis: "Humbug" is a new musical adaptation of Dicken's "A Christmas Carol." The familiar story of Scrooge, the ghost of his partner Jacob Marley, the Christmas spirits that haunt him, and the poor but hopeful Cratchit family is retold in song and dance. This will be the world premiere of this show, presented at the Princess Theatre. Directed By: Carol Puckett Cast Requirements: 15 Men, 12 Women, 4-8 Boys, 4-5 Girls, plus Ensemble. Ages from 7 up. Ebeneezer Scrooge. The well-known miser. Be Prepared: You'll need to bring and sing a few bars of a song of your choice (you'll want to chose something that shows off your voice). Please supply a karaoke CD or music from your phone or iPad. There will be cold readings from the script. Contact: carolcpuckett@gmail.com or phone (256) 318-3265 Show Dates: Nov 30-Dec 2. NOTE: Rehearsals do not begin until September 28. |
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Steel Magnolias - May 11-13Steel Magnolias is a comedy–drama play about the bond among a group of Southern women in northwest Louisiana. Written by Robert Harling, based on his experience with his sister's death. The title suggests the "female characters are as delicate as magnolias but as tough as steel". Directed by Heather Kalonick Gillikin. Presented at the Princess Theatre in Decatur. Dates and Times:
Featuring:
Tickets are $15, all fees included, available at the Princess Theatre or www.princesstheatre.org. For more information, contact: hkalonick@gmail.com or mkwmcmahan@msn.com |
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Driving Miss Daisy Opens March 2Daisy Werthan, an elderly Jewish widow living in Atlanta, is determined to maintain her independence. However, when she crashes her car, her son, Boolie, arranges for her to have a chauffeur, an African-American driver named Hoke Colburn. Daisy and Hoke's relationship gets off to a rocky start, but they gradually form a close friendship over the years, one that transcends racial prejudices and social conventions. Driving Miss Daisy won the Pulitzer Prize in 1988, and the film won the Oscar for Best Picture in 1990. Directed by Carol Puckett. Presented at the Carnegie Center for the Visual Arts, 207 Church Street in Decatur. Tickets are $10, General Admission. Dates and Times:
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Driving Miss Daisy AuditionsDaisy Werthan, an elderly Jewish widow living in Atlanta, is determined to maintain her independence. However, when she crashes her car, her son, Boolie, arranges for her to have a chauffeur, an African-American driver named Hoke Colburn. Daisy and Hoke's relationship gets off to a rocky start, but they gradually form a close friendship over the years, one that transcends racial prejudices and social conventions. Driving Miss Daisy won the Pulitzer Prize in 1988, and the film won the Oscar for Best Picture in 1990. Directed by Carol Puckett. Audition Dates and Times:
Cast Requirements:
Be Prepared: Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script The production will be presented on March 2,3,4,5,10,11,
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2016-17 Season Kicks Off With "Called"
CALLEDThis new one-act play "Called", written by Chuck Puckett, is a biographical reverie that presents the life of legendary coach Bear Bryant, told in a series of reminisces and lookbacks as he sits in a hunting lodge in South Alabama in 1983, and important people from his past make appearances in his memories. Directed by Lauren Salerno. Norman Roby plays Paul Bear Bryant. Date and Times:
All performance will be at the Princess Theatre, 112 2nd
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Auditions for "Called"
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This new one-act play, written by Chuck Puckett, is a biographical reverie that presents the life of legendary coach Bear Bryant, told in a series of reminisces and lookbacks as he sits in a hunting lodge in South Alabama in 1983, and important people from his past make appearances in his memories. Date and Times:
Auditions will be held at St. John's Episcopal Church, 202 Gordon Drive, Decatur, AL. Directed by Lauren Salerno. Cast Requirements: 9 men, 2 women.
Be Prepared: Cold readings from the script. Contact the author at charlesgpuckett@gmail.com for a copy. For more information, contact: laurencsalerno@gmail.com or (256) 566-0994 Show Dates: September 22, 23 & 24, 2016 |
1776: June 30, July 1 & 2 at the Princess
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This Tony Award winning musical offers a glimpse into the weeks leading up to the writing of the Declaration of Independence. The characters are American icons: John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin, John Hancock, and the other members of the Continental Congress. These passionate, strong-willed individuals engaged in a struggle not only against the British Empire, but among themselves to determine the fundamental reasons for declaring freedom. This process was never easy but involved hot-headed confrontations and difficult compromises. The music is stirring and powerful, the show is always entertaining, and the story has the power to move and remind audiences of the true basis of our freedoms. A fitting event for celebrating Independence Day. Tickets are $16, $13 for students and seniors. Call (256) 340-1778 to reserve tickets, or visit the Princess box office.. Directed by Susan Godwin Thompson. Wanda Thompson is the Musical Director. Show Dates: June 30 & July 1 & 2, 2016 at the Princess Theatre |
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"Much Ado About Nothing"
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RAIN VENUE! Due to threat of rain, Thursday night's opening show will be peformed at the Princess Theatre. Still at 7pm, still free admission, still gratefully accepting donations! BSP will present Shakespeare's classic comedy, "Much Ado About Nothing" at the Daikin Amphitheater in Founder's Park in Decatur, Thursday through Saturday, May 12-14 at 7pm, with a 2pm matinee on May 14. Admission is free, and donations will be gratefully accepted to help defray the costs of production. Bring lawn chairs or blankets and prepare to enjoy "Shakespeare in the Park", al fresco! Directed by Chuck Puckett, the cast of 24 are sure to delight and amuse. The play centers on the sardonic verbal confrontations between two matched adversaries who (inevitably) fall in love. But not before overcoming romantic pitfalls set by the villain. All of which leads to a happy ending of course. Make your plans to attend this timeless comedy, one that has enchanted audiences for centuries, but still remain fresh and timely. We will "convert all your sounds of woe into hey, nonny, nonny!" |
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1776 Cast Announced!
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This Tony Award winning musical offers a glimpse into the days leading up to the writing of the Declaration of Independence. Although a light-hearted musical at times, the story has the power to move and remind audiences of the true basis of our freedoms. A fitting event for celebrating Independence Day. Directed by Susan Godwin Thompson. Wanda Thompson is the Musical Director. Show Dates: June 30 & July 1 & 2, 2016 at the Princess Theatre The AMAZING cast: John Adams – David Giambrone Roger Sherman – Jake Bailey |
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"Keep You Eyes On the Prize" and "Private Lives"
BSP has two shows coming up in February.
Keep Your Eyes On the Prize
| The original play "Keep Your Eyes On the Prize", written by Carol Puckett and directed by Carol Puckett and Theresa Edwards, will enjoy an encore performance at the Princess Theatre on February 25th at 7pm. The cast of 23 students from Brookhaven Middle School will be joined by three returning members (Tyrik Fennell, Aliayah Coleman and Shelby Lennon) of the original cast from 2013's production, together with members of the Brookhaven Chorus, under the direction of Mrs. Edwards. The play tells the story of how Decatur's schools were integrated in the mid-1960's, as seen through the eyes of the students who lived thought this chapter of our history. Admission is free. |
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Noel Coward's "Private Lives"
| Noel Coward's witty, acerbic look at love, marriage and even
more marriage, will be performed at the Carnegie Visual Arts
Center at 7:00pm Friday, February 26 and Saturday, February 27 with
a 2:00 matinee on Sunday, February 28, and then Thursday through
Saturday at 7:00 pmthe following weekend (March 3, 4 and 5).
Directed by Andrew Foxx and Carol Puckett, the cast allows the
significant skills of Debra Davenport, Scott Spearman, Rachel
Hutchens, Chuck Puckett and Bryna Toland to spar and sparkle in this
elegant throw down. Tickets are $10 general admission. To reserve your tickets, call (356) 345-4534 or email afoxx5@gmail.com. |
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Bank Street In 2016
Bank Street Players has big things on the horizon for 2016!
Two productions in February, an entry in Decatur's own Carnegie Carnival parade February 6, Shakespeare in May and the powerfully perfect musical 1776! to celebrate Independence Day in July make for a vibrant season we know you will enjoy being part of.
Put February 25 on your calendar and join us for a free performance of Keep Your Eyes On The Prize at the Princess Theatre at 7:00. The cast of 23 students from Brookhaven Middle School will be joined by three returning members of the original cast from 2013's production (Tyrik Fennell, Aliayah Coleman and Shelby Lennon) that looks at the story of how Decatur's schools were integrated in the mid-1960's through the eyes of students who lived their place in history.
February 26 is opening night for Private Lives. The witty, acerbic look at love and marriage by Noel Coward will be performed at the Carnegie Visual Arts Center at 7:00pm Friday and Saturday with a 2:00 matinee on Sunday, February 28, and Thursday through Saturday the following weekend (March 3, 4 and 5). The cast allows the significant skills of Debra Davenport (one of our favorite leading ladies), Scott Spearman, Rachel Hutchens, Chuck Puckett and Bryna Toland to spar and sparkle in this elegant throw down.
Check back later for audition days and times for Much Ado
About Nothing (performances May 12-14 at the Daiken
Amphitheater) and 1776!
Join us!
Auditions!
Bank Street Players will hold audition for its winter show, Noel Coward's Private Lives, on Thursday, Dec.3 @ 6:00pm and Saturday, Dec. 5 @ 9:00am. Auditions will be held at Fort Decatur Rec Center in Decatur. For more information, email afoxx5@gmail.com
Synopsis: Elyot and second wife Sibyl arrive in the south of France on their honeymoon. Cooincidentally, Elyot’s first wife, Amanda, is honeymooning next door with her new husband, Victor. Elyot and Amanda meet and rekindle their former tempestuous relationship. In a moment of passion, they decide to run away together to Paris. Hilarity ensues.
Directed By: Andrew Foxx
Cast Requirements:
Elyot Chase- A debonaire, thirtyish man. Witty, irreverent, sophisticated. Noel Coward played Elyot in the first incarnation of Private Lives.
Amanda Prynne- Elyot’s first wife, newly married to Victor Prynne. She is the most vivacious character in the play. Spirited, independent, and unconventional—a fit partner for Elyot.
Sibyl Chase- Elyot’s new twenty-three-year-old bride. Conventional, unimaginative, and innocent, she is Amanda’s antithesis.
Victor Prynne- Amanda's new husband. A few years older than Elyot. Stuffy and stodgy, lacks a sense of humor.
Louise- Amanda’s French-speaking maid. She makes a brief appearance in the third act. Her inability to speak English provides comic relief.
Be Prepared: cold readings from the script
Show Dates: February 26, 27 & 28, and March 4 & 5, 2016. Carnegie Visual Arts Center.
Crowns To Keep Your Eyes On the Prize Update
There is a change for the BSP school show. Rather than Crowns being performed this fall, BSP will again work with Brookhaven Middle School and reprise Keep Your Eyes On the Prize in mid-February, 2016. Stay tuned for more information.
Oklahoma!
July 16, 17, 18 at the Princess Theatre.
Bank Street Players is proud to present Rodgers
& Hammerstein's classic, OKLAHOMA!
The musical runs Thusday, July 16 through Saturday, July 18th at the
Princess Theatre in Decatur, Alabama. Curtain is 7pm, with a matinee
at 2:00 on Saturday the 18th. Tickets are $15 general admission ($12
for seniors over 65 and students), and may be purchased at the box
office, which opens an hour and a half prior to curtain.
Filled with memorable tunes like "Oh, What a Beautiful Morning",
"Surrey With the Fringe On Top", "People Will Say We're In Love",
and of course, the title song, OKLAHOMA! also boasts spirited dances
and even a ballet.
The show is directed by Carol Puckett, with musical direction by
Lauren Salerno and ballet choreography by Melissa McMahan, and has a
cast of 42 extremely talented actors, singers and dancers. You don't
want to miss this fabulous production!
Cast Announced for Oklahoma!
Congratulations! We have a great cast. Thanks to everyone who came out.
The cast is as follows:
- Aunt Eller – Susan Thompson
- Curly – Brad Steele
- Laurey – Tahauny Cleghorn
- Ado Annie – Emma Denson
- Will Parker – David Quinn
- Ali Hakim – River Shadix
- Mr. Carnes – Mike McMahan
- Jud Fry – Scott Spearman
- Slim – Cline Thompson
- Ike – Carter Crane
- Fred – Mark Newton
- Mike – Malix Elliott
- Cord Elam – Mike Denson
- Skidmore – Jerry Puckett
- Farmer Joe – Mark Fischer
- Cowboys – Wesley Cagle, Braxton Higdon
- Bushy Head Girls – Alyssa Brown, Sarah Walker, Julia Davenport, Elizabeth McMahan, Amanda Johnson, Amelia McMahan, Claire Crane, Hailey Beard
- Farmers/Ranchers Chorus – Debra Davenport, David Walker, Martha Kaminsky, Jane Walker, Stephanie Summers, Olivia Patterson, Sally Spearman, Elisabeth Haglund, Madeline McMahan, Anna Kate McMahan, Melissa McMahan, Jane Burrell, Whitney Miles, Sherry Perry, Andrea Payne, Julie Newton, Hugh Morgan
Auditions for Oklahoma!
Bank Street Players will hold auditions for the classic musical Oklahoma!, the story of the territory that's gonna be a "brand new state". People may say Curly and Laurie are in love, but it takes two acts and some of the greatest songs ever written for Broadway to make that happen. The misanthropic Judd Fry looms dangerously in the way, while the antics of the peddlar Ali Hakim, the hopelessly flirtatious Ado Annie and her hapless cowpoke boy friend Will provide hilarious romances as well.
Directed by Carol Puckett, musical direction by Lauren Salerno.
Cast Requirements: A large cast of cowboys, farmers, family and friends is needed. Major roles are described below (age ranges are intentionally vague; can you act these ages?):
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Aunt Eller, F, mezzo, (35-?) She acts as the town’s aunt, a fun-loving caretaker. She watches over the town and a ranch with her neice, Laurey and a hired hand, Jud. She sees the good in everyone.
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Andrew Carnes, M, Baritone, (30-?) He is very protective of his daughter, Ado Annie. He doesn’t want Will Parker to marry her because he believes the cowboy’s life to be risky and unreliable. To prove this isn’t true he asks for Will to maintain $50 in order to have his daughter’s hand in marriage. He is a rancher, and doesn’t feel very kind to cowboys in general.
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Curly, M, Baritone, (16-35) Has a confident swagger and deserves it, he is the most handsome man in the whole county. He is in love with Laurey, but refuses to admit it. He’s a cowboy and the romantic lead. He is called Curly for his curly hair.
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Laurey, F, Soprano, (16-35) She has an innocence and yet an air of knowledge about her. She lives with her Aunt Eller on a ranch and is in love with Curly, though she may not admit it.
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Dance Curly, M, Dancer, (16-35) may be doubled as another character or in the ensemble. He must be able to dance a ballet and should resemble Curly in Laurey’s dream ballet.
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Dance Laurey, F, Dancer, (16-35) may be doubled as another character or in the ensemble. She must be able to dance a ballet and should resemble the actress playing Laurey
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Will Parker, M, Tenor, (16-35) Will is a cowboy who is skilled enough to compete in rodeos. Being able to do rope tricks is a plus. Will is a dance role, tap dancer preferred. He is interested in Ado Annie, but isn’t the brightest bulb.
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Judd Fry, M, Baritone, (20-35), described as dark and growly by others, Jud takes care of the ranch Laurey and Aunt Eller live on. Jud does not fit in with the society he lives with, he is seen by most as an outsider and misunderstood. He has feelings for Laurey. He works hard to take care of Laurey and Aunt Eller on the ranch.
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Ado Annie Carnes, F, Soprano, (16-35), Andrew Carnes’ daughter, she “Can’t Say No” to anyone. She wants everyone to be happy. Her heart is always in the right place, but she isn’t always the best judge of character. A comic, romantic lead, she is wooed by Ali Hakim, but deep down she feels a connection to Will parker.
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Ali Hakim, M, (20-35) traveling peddler who says he’s from Persia (present day Iran). Though we aren’t sure how much of what he says we can believe. He, like Judd, is an outsider to this community but not feared by most. He likes pretty things and women. He pursues Ado Annie and Gertie Cummings.
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Gertie Cummings, F, Alto or Soprano, (16-35), From the next town over, she has eyes on Curly and isn’t waiting around for Laurey to say no to him. She has a unique laugh.
Be Prepared: cold readings from the script. Be prepared to sing a few bars of a song that demonstrates your range. No accompanist will be available, so either bring your own (non-vocal) CD with music, accompany yourself, or sing a capella.
Show dates are July 16, 17 & 18th. Oklahoma! will be presented at the Princess Theatre.
Miracle Worker Coming to the Princess!
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Mark your calendars and set your phone reminders: William Gibson's enduring classic, The Miracle Worker, will be presented at the Princess Theatre on April 23, 24 & 25 at 7:00 pm, with a 2:00 matinee on Saturday, April 25. A story of indomitable human spirit, The Miracle Worker tells of Tuscumbia's Helen Keller, made blind and deaf by a fever when an infant. Trapped in a world of silent darkness, it is only the strong will of her teacher, Miss Annie Sullivan, herself almost blind, that can lead Helen to that most precious of gifts: words. Words with which she can communicate with her family and loved ones. Bank Street Players is thrilled to once again present a play on the Princess Theatre stage, one of North Alabama's most distinctive landmarks and home to so many excellent productions over the years. Please join us for this powerful and moving play, directed by Carol Puckett. All seats are general admission. Tickets are $12 adults, $10 students and seniors and can be purchased the day of the show. The box office opens 2 hours prior to the curtain. For more information or to reserve will-call tickets, call (256) 318-3265 or email carolcpuckett@gmail.com. |
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Miracle Worker Cast Announced
Thank you to all the people who auditioned for Miracle Worker. So many talented actors made the decisions difficult and that is the best problem a director can have!
The Miracle Worker cast is as follows:
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The Doctor – Mark Fischer
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Kate – Melissa McMahan
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Capt. Keller – Chuck Puckett
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Helen – Anna Kate McMahan
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Martha – Adeline Burney
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Percy – Brice Farris
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Aunt Ev – Martha Freeman
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James – Matthew Richards
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Dr. Anagnos – David Yarbrough
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Annie Sullivan – Hannah Carpenter
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Viney – Charity Teague
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Blind Students – Abbie Clemons, Emma Denson, Hannah Yarbrough, Ella Kate Yarbrough, Elizabeth McMahan, Madeline McMahan
We will have the table read rehearsal on TUESDAY night (not Monday as initially indicated) at 6pm at Fort Decatur. Congratulations and see you there!