Open Auditions Coming Up Soon at Ridgefield Theatre Barn

Two Separate Opportunities to Hop On Stage

First, Saturday November 10th @ 5pm
and Sunday, November 11th @ 1pm

Open Auditions for

It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play
Directed by Erik Tonner

This charming radio play adaptation of the beloved movie script includes sound effects, radio announcers and commercials, in addition to the beloved characters of George, Mary, Clarence and all the characters in the town of Bedford Falls.

Seeking male and female actors of all ages

Actors do not need to prepare anything, we will all read from the script

Performances are December 6th through December 16th
Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings at 8pm and Sundays at 2pm

There will be 3-5 rehearsals, and Tech will be Saturday Dec 1 at 12pm,

Tuesday December 4 and Wednesday December 5th at 7 pm

For information, questions, or a copy of the script, email:

Wonderfullife@ridgefieldtheaterbarn.org

And then...Sunday, November 11th @ 7pm
and Monday, November 12th @ 7pm

Open Auditions
for the Connecticut Premiere of

Directed by Carol Dorn

AUDITION REQUIREMENTS

Be prepared to read from sides provided.
Actors must be somewhat agile and be willing to appear on stage in underwear and lingerie. Those wishing to read the play ahead of time, please email oldringers@ridgefieldtheaterbarn.org

REHEARSAL SCHEDULE

A detailed rehearsal schedule will be determined after reviewing the schedules of those cast. Mandatory tech week will run from Sunday, January 27th through Opening Night February 1st, 2019.

PRODUCTION DATES

February 1st – February 23rd, 2019, Friday & Saturday evenings at 8pm
Sunday Matinees: February 10t & 17th at 2pm

SYNOPSIS

In this semi sequel to 'Men Are Dogs,' four senior women try to fight the shrinking economy and their shrinking pocketbooks by opening up a home phone sex service after receiving an unsolicited obscene phone call! An adult bawdy comedy.

CHARACTER BREAKDOWN (ages are somewhat flexible)

Amanda (early 30s) Bible thumper, daughter to Diane, really covering up her real emotions of her father leaving

Diane (mid 60s) mom to Amanda, relatively optimistic woman, very much a leader

Verna (mid 50s) saucy, sharp, dry sense of humor, horny, loyal sidekick to Diane

Kathy Ann (62 yrs old) sweet, agreeable, comfortable, more concerned about being comfortable than attracting a man. Easy going, naïve, totally a kid at heart.

Rose (70s or 80s) she's seen it all, nothing surprises her

Harry (early 60s) accountant, “well hung”, easy going, in love with Diane but is smart enough to play it cool

Tony (40) cop, attractive, genuine good guy, he's been on the beat a long while, he's jaded when it comes to women, but still open-minded.

**COMING SOON**

Piano Bar...n! November 2018

Friday November 16, 2018 to Saturday November 17, 2018 Whether you want to sit back and listen as Barn performers serenade you, sing along to some old favorites, or hop up on stage and sing a tune yourself, the evening will be a night of unpredictable cabaret fun!

Recommended for Mature Audiences

Its A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play

Thursday December 6, 2018 to Sunday December 16, 2018 Join us for this family friendly production as we recreate a live 1940's radio broadcast of Frank Capra's beloved American holiday classic, "It's A Wonderful Life." Our cast of radio players will perform a charming adaptation of the screenplay including radio announcers, live commercials and sound effects and all the beloved characters in this story of the triumph of love in the small town of Bedford Falls. Won't you join us, George and Mary Bailey, Mr. Potter and the residents of Bedford Falls as we witness the angel Clarence earn his wings?

Old Ringers

Friday February 1, 2019 to Saturday February 23, 2019 In the Connecticut premiere of this play by Joseph Simonelli, a group of senior women try to fight the shrinking economy and their shrinking pocketbooks by opening up a home-based business after receiving an unsolicited phone call!
* Recommended for mature audiences only.

An Evening of One-Acts 2019

Friday March 8, 2019 to Saturday March 30, 2019 Returning for its 9th year, the Ridgefield Theater Barn's popular One-Acts Event settles into its permanent spot in our season. The evening features original, unpublished works by local playwrights and celebrates love and all relationships that life has to offer.

One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest

Friday May 31, 2019 to Saturday June 22, 2019 The play based on Ken Kesey's 1962 novel, adapted by Dale Wasserman.
This powerful and captivating play set in an oregon psychiatric hospital explores institutionalism and the human mind.
*Recommended for mature audiences only.

Our programs are made possible with support from the Department of Economic and Community Development, Connecticut Office of the Arts