The Wilton Playshop Announces Auditions for February 2015 production of She Loves Me
Fairfield County Theater to present classic musical by creators of Fiddler on the Roof
The Wilton Playshop is proud to announce auditions for its second production of the 2014-2015 season, She Loves Me. Audition dates are November 30th and December 1st at 7:00p.m. at the Wilton Playshop on 15 Lovers Lane, Wilton, CT. She Loves Me, with a book by Joe Masteroff, lyrics by Sheldon Harnick and music by Jerry Bock, will be directed by Marcia Maslo (Fairfield) with music direction by Dan Ringuette (Torrington) and choreography by Todd Santa Maria (Cheshire).
She Loves Me showcases a strong ensemble cast playing a range of memorable characters of all ages. Auditioners must bring sheet music with them and be prepared to sing 32 bars, but no more than one minute, of a fully memorized Broadway-style musical selection that showcases their vocal range. It is preferable not to use music from She Loves Me for your audition. Auditioners should mark their selection with a highlighter. An accompanist will be provided. A cappella singing, or recorded accompaniment will not be allowed. A short dance combination will be taught, and auditioners will be asked to read from the script.
She Loves Me is a warm romantic comedy with an endearing innocence and a touch of old world elegance. Set in a 1930’s European perfumery, we meet shop clerks Amalia and Georg, who more often than not, don’t see eye to eye. After both respond to a “lonely hearts advertisement” in the newspaper, they now live for the love letters they exchange, but the identity of their admirers remains unknown. Discover with Amalia and Georg the identity of their true loves and all the twists and turns along the way!
Character Breakdown:
We are seeking 5 men, 2 women plus an ensemble of 6 or more.
AMALIA BALASH -The eager new employee at Maraczek’s Parfumerie. Despite being a skilled saleswoman, she easily becomes intimated and nervous. Attractive, bright, and a lover of literature. Female, 20-25 yrs old
ARPAD LASZLO - Delivery boy at Maraczek’s Parfumerie. His exuberance is infectious and commitment to his job remarkable. He is ambitious and adorable. Male, 14-17 yrs old
GEORG NOWACK - An established employee of Maraczek’s Parfumerie, he resembles a hopeless romantic. Shy, intelligent, and soft spoken. Male, 25-30 yrs old
ILONA RITTER- Employed at Maraczek’s Parfumerie. She is sexy and learned in the ways of romance, but longing for something more from the game of love. Female, 25-30 yrs old
LADISLAV SIPOS - Not the brightest employee at Maraczek’s Parfumerie. A confidant to Georg, he is an optimistic family man who looks like a huggable father. Male, 45 yrs old
MR. MARACZEK - Owner of Maraczek’s Parfumerie. With a commanding presence, his dedication to the trade is rivaled only by his faithfulness to his wife. Male, 55-65 yrs old
STEVEN KODALY - A well respected and liked employee at Maraczek’s Parfumerie. Though he is considered dapper and occasionally charming, he is more of a shallow womanizer. Male, 25 yrs old
ENSEMBLE - 6 or more – speaking roles, dancing and singing
About the Wilton Playshop:
Since 1937, the mission of The Wilton Playshop has been to further the performing arts by providing quality live theatre to the greater Wilton area, and by doing so, provide an educational and growing experience for all involved.
The Playshop welcomes participation by new members.
The Wilton Playshop is a volunteer organization with a governing Board of Directors. There are generally three major productions presented each year, special events are offered such as membership parties, youth productions, and casino and cabaret nights.
As a community-oriented endeavor, The Playshop is committed to developing new directors and playwrights as a means of preserving this important art form. Backstage involvement includes producing, directing, stage management, light and sound engineering, scenic design, properties, costumes, set construction, and a myriad of other jobs that constitute an energetic community theater. We encourage active participation and we always welcome new faces. No experience is necessary — only desire and interest!
At the intermission of each performance, audience members are invited into the Green Room for refreshments. Playshop members welcome the opportunity to greet you and speak with anyone interested in getting involved, either on stage or off. Please feel free to make yourself at home! Our Playshop family invites you to join in the excitement that is The Wilton Playshop.
The Wilton Playshop is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation that offers the quality live theatre experience to the greater Wilton area through the support and generosity of the members of the Wilton Community and the Wilton Business Community as well.
We are run by a board of over dedicated volunteers. We hold monthly meetings, usually on the first Tuesday of month.
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