Theatrical Arts International is presenting The Diary of Anne Frank Saturday April 4th at 2:00 and 8:00pm.

Hailed as “a new adaptation for a new generation,” this classic, true story comes to life in a major theatrical event. When the Frank family goes into hiding to escape the Nazi persecution of Jews in 1940s Amsterdam young Anne records the laughter, grief, hope and fears of their two-year confinement in her diary. The Diary of Anne Frank won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, the Tony Award® for Best Play and the Critics Circle Award.

For tickets, call (909) 885-5152.

Redlands Footlighters presents The Giants’ Dance, written by Otis Bigelow and directed by John Lynd. 

Sneak Preview: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n5zv4iHEKCU

A farce, a medieval romance and a philosophical comedy rolled into one delightful romp! In 470 A.D., England’s King Ambrose sends his rambunctious army on a mission to Ireland to gather mammoth rocks, known as the Giant’s Dance. At home, while the Queen and Druid Priest arrange celebratory human sacrifices, a Roman Christian prisoner becomes the Princess’ bodyguard, and promptly falls in love! Overseeing all the mayhem is Merlin, whose timely magical intervention unites the lovers, punishes the evildoers and makes clear the folly of war.

Performances:
8:00 PM: March 19, 20, 21, 27, 28, and April 3, 4, 2009.
2:00 PM: March 22, 29 and April 5, 2009.

Redlands Footlighters is located at 1810 Barton Rd. in Redlands.

Reservations: 909-793-2909.  Tickets are $14 for this performance, $10 for students with ID.  Accept cash, checks, Visa, and Mastercard.

Stars of Tomorrow Children’s Theater is pleased to announce another camp at Loma Linda University Churcl April 13-30 (Mon. – Thurs.) from 3pm to 6pm.  Tuition is $250 per student. Peformance: May 2, 2009. The performance of the children will be broadcasted live.
 
More information contact Stars of Tomorrow Children’s Theater at 909 – 335 – 1082 starsoftomorrowct@gmail.com 

More information and registration materials can be found at http://www.heartlandplayers.org/StarsOfTomorrowChildrensTheaterPage.html.

Open auditions for LifeHouse Theater’s Zorro, written and directed by award-winning playwright Wayne R. Scott, will be Thursday, April 16, 2009 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at LifeHouse Theater, 1135 N. Church Street, Redlands. (Read on …)

Fontana Community Players is proud to present Give My Regards…A Broadway Musical Revue“. This full-length musical revue showcases some of the most famous musicals in the history of Broadway, including but not limited to Oklahoma!, West Side Story, Wicked and Rent! With great local talents Christine Bilugan, Gary Borjan, Lindsay Henkenius, Erin-Kelly Lautsch, Jason Marquez and Amber Queen, Give My Regards is a magical celebration of Broadway and great fun for the whole family!

Showtimes: April 17, 18, 24, 25 at 8pm and April 19, 26 at 3pm
Location: Fontana Community Players, 8443 Nuevo Ave in Fontana
Tickets: $10/adult, $8/students & seniors, $6/kids under 12
For more information or reservations call: 909-822-4052

Inland Valley Repertory Theatre Company presents Driving Miss Daisy with Pete Cole, Sharon Samples, and Michael Buczynski and directed by Terre Gunkel.

Get ready for a ride to remember! Set in Atlanta half a century ago, Driving Miss Daisy tells the story of an elderly matron, Miss Daisy Werthan and her chauffeur, Hoke Coleburn. The story of their relationship over a period of 25 years is the backdrop for an exploration of dignity, honesty and friendship in the winner of the 1988 Pulitzer Prize — “…a total delight”  - NY Daily News. (Read on …)

The D Gallery Theater Company presents Double Bulldog by David Skeele, directed by Michael Naffziger, April 1st – 4th 7pm (four shows only).

Denny, an all American family man finds himself the president of a group of religious extremists. This group, under the strong arm of Denny’s best friend, Boyd, ups the ante by hiring a demonic hitman, Steam, to drive a van, packed full TNT, into the stage of heavy metal concert. There is only one problem, Denny discovers his wife and child are attending the very concert that is in the crosshairs of the deadly Steam. Denny needs to make a decision, denny needs to get Double Bulldog! (Read on …)

The Riverside Community College Theatre Department presents William Shakespeare’s hilarious comedy, A Midsummer Night’s Dream at the Landis Performing Arts Center on the Riverside City Campus. 

This magical play, set in San Francisco during the great ‘summer of love’, is directed by David Wayne Nelson.  Enjoy an evening of Nob Hill swells, magical hippies, and bumbling student radicals.  Performance dates are April 23, 24 and 25 at 8pm and April 25 and 26 at 2pm.  Tickets are available at the Landis Performing Center Box office by calling 951-222-8100.

Chino Community Theatre will hold auditions for The Fantasticks at 7 p.m. on March 30 and 31 at the theatre, 13123 Seventh Street in Chino.

A fairytale-esque  musical story of a pair of small town fathers who are scheming to bring their children together in a romance,  The Fantasticks explores the complications wrought by meddling and romance and ends up both mocking and celebrating love. The production is directed by Jenn McHugh, and all roles are open. Needed are six men and one woman. One role can be played by either gender.

The show runs May 22-Jue 6. To audition, prepare 16 bars of music, which can be presented a cappella or with recorded accompaniment. No pianist will be provided. For information visit www.chinocommunitytheatre.com.

Fontana Community Players is looking to fill the following volunteer tech positions for the upcoming production Give My Regards…A Broadway Musical Revue:

• Lighting Director
• Sound Director
• Spotlight Operator
• Stage Manager
• Stagehand

Experience is not required for the stagehand and spotlight positions, but would be desired. Volunteers must be able to commit to 2 weeks of rehearsal starting April 6 (Mon-Thur from 7p-10p) and 2 weekends of shows, April 17-26 (Fri-Sun).

This position is unpaid, but those in need of community service hours will be credited for 80 hours.  Please respond via email, lindsayhenkenius@yahoo.com, or by phone, 909-510-1244, no later than March 28th.