Riverside Youth Theatre will hold auditions for both shows Monday, January 11, from 3:00 to 6:00 pm.  Auditions will be held at Fellowship Baptist Church, Back Building, 3624 Arlington Avenue, Riverside.

For more infomation, visit www.RiversideYouthTheatre.org or follow the links below for show-specific information.

• Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
• The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

Spirited Soul Productions will hold an open call for the gospel play Trial and Tribulations: Silhouettes of a Woman’s Story” written by LaShonda D. Smith. The play will be under the direction  of LaShonda D. Smith and under musical direction of Lori Pitts-Myers. (Read on …)

Come fly away for an evening of magic, wonder and adventure in Neverland with Peter Pan, the mischievously heroic boy who refuses to grow up.  With lyrics by Carolyn Leigh, Betty Comden and Adolph Green, music by Mark Charlap and Jule Styne, based on the play by James M. Barrie, this is by far the most beloved staging of the story, in which Peter Pan, Tinkerbell, and the Darling children sing, dance and fly through fun and the adventure of fighting Captain Hook and his pirates. It’s a musical treasure chest of songs like “Never Never Land,” “I’ve Gotta Crow,” and “I Won’t Grow Up.” The production is directed by Gary Krinke, choreographed by John Vaughan and musically directed by Allen Everman. (Read on …)

Chino Community Children’s theatre is having an audition workshop the week preceeding Cinderella auditions.

Get ready for auditions! This workshop is for first timers and for those who want to brush up on skills. The workshop will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 7 at the theatre, 13123 Seventh Street in Chino. The cost is  $20 for each child, $16 for additional family members, ages five to 15. Bring a light snack. To reserve a spot leave your name, phone number and age on mailbox 3 at the theatre, (909) 590-1149. 
 
Audition information for Cinderella.

Chino Community Children’s Theatre will hold audtions for Cinderella.  They are asking for princes and princesses, evil stepsisters and many others to come and audition from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. on February 21-22.

Come prepared to read, sing and dance for a part in this classic musical at the Seventh Street Theatre, 13123 Seventh Street in Chino. Directed by Gracie Arvizu and Patti Quiroz. Ages five to 14 are welcome to participate.

Information: 590-1149

Yucaipa Little Theatre will present Cinderella, music by Richard Rodgers and book and lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II, February 5-22.

The timeless enchantment of a magical fairy tale is reborn with the Rodgers & Hammerstein hallmarks of originality, charm and elegance. Originally presented on television in 1957 starring Julie Andrews, Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella was the most widely viewed program in the history of the medium. Its recreation in 1965 starring Lesley Ann Warren was no less successful in transporting a new generation to the miraculous kingdom of dreams-come-true, and so was a second remake in 1997, which starred Brandy as Cinderella and Whitney Houston as her Fairy Godmother. As adapted for the stage, with great warmth and more than a touch of hilarity, the hearts of children and adults alike still soar when the slipper fits. (Read on …)

The Redlands Community Music Association along with Liberty Productions announces the auditions for 1776, the Broadway musical, featured as part of the Redlands Bowl Summer Music Festival.  Auditions will be held on Saturday, February 21st, from 9am to 4pm at the Trinity Evangelical Free Church located at 1551 Reserviour Road, in Redlands. 

The show, directed by Diana Schleiger Combs, will run July 23rd, 24th and 25th at the Redlands Bowl.  The music for this production is under the direction of Scott Smith, and with choreography provided by Michael Milligan.

The cast consists of 25 men, age 15- 70+, and 2 women.  There is no chorus in this production. (Read on …)

CAT of Corona presents the full Broadway version of Raold Dahl’s Willy Wonka.  Perfect for the entire family, Willy Wonka is a delightfully satirical and colorful romp wrapped around a morality tale.  Along with Agusutus Gloop, Violet, Mike Teavee and Veruca Salt, Charlie Bucket and his Grandpa Joe take their “golden ticket” dreams to the Wonka Chocolate Factory where they encounter Willy himself along with the mysterious Oompa Loompas.

Musical favorites from the 1970’s Gene Wilder film like the signature song, “Candy Man” are in the show along with some new songs like “I Eat More”, “I See It All on TV” and “Think Positive.”

This is a CAN’T MISS opportunity!   Directed by Cyndi Monroe and Lori Hennebelle, choreography by Hollee Hennebelle, and vocal direction by Jackie Curtis.

All performances at the Corona Civic Theater:  815 W. 6th St., in Corona.

Ticket prices: 
Adults:  Online/Presale:  $13, At the Door: $15.00
Students/Children/Seniors:  Online/Presale: $11, At the Door: $13.00
Family of Five:  Online/Presale: $50, At the Door: $60.00
Group rates available: 15 +

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The Grove Theatre is proud to announce its season shows for 2009. This exciting season includes a lineup that is sure to please the entire family. (Read on …)

The D Gallery Theater and Urbane Culture  will hold open auditions for the white knuckle play Double Bulldog, written by David Skeele and directed by Michael Naffziger, will be held February 7th from 4pm to 9pm at the Urbane Culture Space in Pomona: 370 S Thomas St.

Roles available for 6 men (ages 18-45) and 1 female (ages 20-40).  Please email (thedgallery@yahoo.com) or call (773.807.8552) Michael Naffziger to set up an audition time.  The auditions will be script readings.  Walk-in auditions will be taken after scheduled auditions, time permitting.

The full script, along with other great plays, by David Skeele, can be accessed at www.davidskeele.com (DOUBLE BULLDOG is under “other plays”- this online script will be edited for our performance).

Be a part of this new play, this new company, this new theater experience in the Inland Empire.

So, you wanna be famous! WBZB Entertainment presents: Inland Idol 2009, a solo vocal competition and concert event coming to the Inland Empire this spring! Auditions begin in March and pre-registration at www.InlandIdol.com is required. (Read on …)

Fontana Community Players is currently casting for the following roles:

• MAN 1: Legit Broadway Leading Man – think Curly in “Oklahoma!”, Joseph in “Joseph…”etc.
• MAN 2: Legit Pop/Rock Vocalist – think Mark/Roger in “Rent”, etc.
• MAN 3: Character Actor with Strong Vocals – think Seymour in “Little Shop”, Charlie Brown in “You’re A Good Man…”etc.
• WOMAN 1: Legit Broadway Ingenue – think Laurey in “Oklahoma!”, Cosette in “Les Mis…”
• WOMAN 2: Legit Pop/Rock Vocalist – think Maureen in “Rent”, Elphaba in “Wicked”, etc.
• WOMAN 3: Character Actress with Strong Vocals – think Audrey in “Little Shop”, Tracy in “Hairspray”, etc. 
• 10-15 MEN AND WOMEN, ANY AGE: Strong Singers who move well to serve as Ensemble/Chorus 

Auditions will be held at Fontana Community Players, 8443 Nuevo Road in Fontana February 18 & 19 @ 7pm.

Please prepare 16 bars of BOTH an uptemo song and ballad, sheet music ONLY. No CDs.  For more information, please call 909-822-4052.

Fontana Community Players presents William Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing , directed by Terre Gunkel and starring Beatrice Casagran, Ben Dunlap, Mike Maxwell and Annie Nguyen.

Price: $6-$10
Phone: (909) 822-4052
Age Suitability: All Ages

Much Ado About Nothing is a romantic comedy by William Shakespeare about a pair of lovers named Claudio and Hero due to be married in a week. To pass the time before their wedding day they conspire with Don Pedro, the prince of Aragon, to trick their friends, Beatrice and Benedick, into confessing their love for one another. The prince’s brother Don John, however, jealous of both Don Pedro’s power and his affection for Claudio, conspires to sabotage the coming wedding.

Riverside Community Players will hold auditions for their main series mystery, The Hollow, written by Agatha Christie and directed by Rory Dyer.  The show will run March 27 – April 12, 2009.

An unhappy game of romantic follow-the-leader explodes into murder one weekend at The Hollow – home of Sir Henry and Lucy Angkatell.  At the center of the trouble is one of their guests, Dr. Cristow, whose mistress, ex-mistress, and wife are also staying at The Hollow.  One of them unwisely states that if she cannot have him, no one shall.  Within five minutes, Cristow is dead.

Looking for:
6 men – ages 25 – 55
6 women – ages 25 – 55

Auditions will be held January 26th & 27th at 7:00pm at Riverside Community Players, located at 4026 14th Street in Riverside.

Open auditions for LifeHouse Theater’s production of The Hiding Place, directed by Sarah Ayotte, will be Thursday, February 5, 2009 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at LifeHouse Theater, 1135 N. Church Street, Redlands.

An amazing tale of faith, rescue and redemption, The Hiding Place, based on the international bestseller by Corrie ten Boom, is a poignant stage drama that draws life, hope and inspiration from the tragedies of history. This true story recounts the events in the lives of the ten Boom family as they seek to protect their friends and neighbors from the horrors of the Holocaust.  (Read on …)

Pass Area Performing Artists (PAPA) invite you to audition for its upcoming performance of Harvey.   Auditions will be held at the Banning Woman’s Club, 175 W. Hays St in downtown Banning, on four separate evenings.  For more information, contact:  951-769-0383. (Read on …)

The Temecula Valley Players are inviting anyone interested in theater to come and see their new warehouse facility during their “Hats Off to TVP” Open House Saturday, January 24, beginning at 6pm. Live entertainment and mini-tours of “behind the scenes” workings at the warehouse will be offered.  Opportunity drawings will be held for show tickets and other entertainment venues.  Refreshments will be served.

A chance to walk the set and meet the cast and director of their next show, Lend Me A Tenor, which runs at the Old Town Temecula Community Theater February 6th – 15th, is available along with the opportunity to become a valued member or volunteer.

Visit www.temeculavalleyplayers.com or call (951) 676-6055 for more info.

Inland Valley Repertory Theatre (IVRT) announces auditions for Driving Miss Daisy (directed by Terre Gunkel) and Father of the Bride (directed by Frank Minano) will be held on Saturday, Feb. 28 from 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM by appointment.

Auditions will be held at Foothill Country Day School Auditorium, 1035 W. Harrison, Claremont.  Please prepare a 2-3 minute memorized monologue. Be prepared to read from the script. Bring a current headshot and resume.

• Driving Miss Daisy runs Wednesdays: April 29 – May 13
• Father of the Bride runs Wednesdays: June 10 – 24

For more information and character breakdown visit the theatre’s website at www.IVRT.org.
For an appointment time please e-mail Hope Kaufman at IVRTCasting@aol.com or call (909) 859-IVRT.

Heartland Players Theatre Co. proudly presents Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs February 20 to March 8.

Based on the Grim Brother’s classic fairytale, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs is bound to delight, excite and make the entire family laugh out  loud!

Tickets:
$10 General
$8 Students / Seniors / Children
$30 Family Ticket (Four Members Max)
ALL TICKETS ARE SOLD ON THE DAY OF THE EVENT.
NO RESERVATIONS REQUIRED.
Seating is first come, first serve. 

Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs will be directed by Dimyana Pelev and Anthony Story with Choreography by Adrienne Durgin.

(Read on …)

Temecula Valley Players will present Lend Me a Tenor February 6-15 at the Old Town Temecula Community Theater, located at42051 Main Street in Temecula.

Tickets:
$17 Adults
$15 Groups of 10 or more
For reservations, visit www.temeculatheater.org or call 866-653-8696.

The Cleveland Opera Company feels they’ll have a sure-fire success when they invite the world’s most famous Italian tenor to perform for them, but mistaken identities, misguided romantic advances, and medical misdiagnosis all lead to an evening of confusion and hysteria in the singer’s hotel suite in this side-splitting comedy.