STAGE MONKEYS! Wednesday Feb, 20!

Experience the Stage Monkey's signature show - but with a Soap Opera twist! We're crying laughing in rehearsals. Don't miss this one if you in fact, enjoy laughing.

The Stage Monkeys of Lafayette are an improvisational theatre group, with 15 years experience performing in Lafayette. A truly unique experience for Acadiana!

Call Theatre 810 for reservations: (337) 484-0172
$7 Adult
$5 Student


February 20, 7:30-9:00!




As always we will head out for food and drink afterwards, and all are welcome!

 

Man of LaMancha -Iberia Performing Arts League

Man of La Mancha,  the legendary Broadway musical, will be presented by the Iberia Performing Arts League in New Iberia March 8-24. Performances are Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings (7:30) with Sunday Matinees at 3:00.  Performances will be at the Essanee Theater, IPAL’s Art Deco home. Rating PG. Information can be obtained by calling the theater at 364-6114, e-mailing ipal@cox.net, or by visiting the IPAL website www.iberiaperformingartsleague.com.

The production is directed by Donald Voorhies, and stars Lynn Derouen (Cervantes/Don Quixote), Vincent P. Barras (Manservant/Sancho Panza), and Katelyn Stelly (Aldonza/Dulcinea). Additional cast members include Mitchell Prudhomme (Duke/Dr. Carrasco), Michael Parich (The Padre), Cindy Hebert (The Housekeeper), Lanie Marcantel and Blythe Bull sharing the role of Antonia (The Niece), Dawn Borel (Contora), and Will Grubbs (The Innkeeper). Mule Drivers are  Eli Hallmark, Seth Derouen, Mike Labiche, Phillip Smith, and Kerry Jackson. Other cast members include Michael Durand, Milton Resweber, Wanda Price, Rayna Theriot, Jessica Babineaux, Maggie Landry, Teresa Landry, Bo Belanger, Kerry Jackson, Keri Judice, Sheila Derouen, Rachelle Myers, Kaylon Khamphilavong, Wendy Parich, Renee Judice, and Kim Monroe.

            Man of La Mancha opened on Broadway in 1965, won 5 Tony Awards and ran for 2328 performances. Due to its universal appeal, it is the most performed of all musicals, having been translated into dozens of languages with performances worldwide. The show features Spanish and Flamenco style music and the noteworthy anthem “To Dream the Impossible Dream.”

            IPAL’s Man of La Mancha lavish production will be accompanied by a sixteen piece orchestra.  According to director, Don “Doc” Voorhies “Man of La Mancha is simply a beautiful show. It’s fun, it’s comic, it’s exciting, it’s uplifting and it ultimately delivers an important and moving message, whether for the upheavals and storms of the 1960’s or those of today.”

IPAL is working its usual magic and are expecting to have a great show.  In Voorhies’ production staff are Lynn DeRouen and Helen Hodge, Vocal directors; Bob Morgan, Musical Director; Mitchell Prudhomme; Assistant Director: Kim Degeyter, Choreographer; Teresa Landry, Art Director; Frank Sierra, Prop-Meister, and Mike and Katherine Caffery, technical directors.

This performance is supported, in part, by a grant from the Louisiana State Arts Council, through the Louisiana Divisions of the Arts and the National Endowment for the Arts. Funding has also been provided through the Acadiana Center for the Arts, Regions Bank, Regions Insurance and Iberia Cultural Resources Association.

Cajun Dance Lessons at Cite Des Arts!

Learn the FUNdamentals of the waltz, 2-step and the jitterbug.  All levels are welcome. Bring a partner and leather soled shoes!

     Learning the traditional Cajun waltz, 2-step, jig, ever changing jitterbug and the many turns and embellishments that I incorporate is proven to be nothing but fun. However, there is one thing that must be understood. When you think about Cajun dance, you must think: Mélange, French for mixture. Cajun dance is a mixture of many standards and personal styles from many parts of Cajun Country and other parts of the world. It is a dance that has the ability to transform one’s soul into a theatrical performance celebrating life. With that said, “Don’t just listen to the music”, “Just feel the music” and everything will come together “Comme un bon mélange, French for like a good mix.Dates: March 13, 20 &  April  3, 10, 17, 1  

Time: 6-7:30

Location: Cite des Arts, 109 Vine Street, Lafayette, LA

Cost: $60 per person

Contact: Brandon K. Broussard

257-0801 or cajunlafayette@yahoo.com

     Brandon Broussard has been immersed in Cajun culture since birth. Of the many cultural traditions that he continues to dedicate his time and efforts to, dancing is ranked high on his list. As a shy child, he hid under the tables at wedding receptions and family reunions and get-togethers. Today, he is found on the dance floor dancing song after song. There are even times when he has been found dancing on the corner of the stage. Today, Brandon enjoys teaching the FUNdamentals of Cajun dancing to anyone who wants to learn and experience more than just clapping and tapping to the music. He has been called upon to provide private lessons, group lessons and even dance demos at Cajun festivals.

Coming soon -THE SEVEN

The Seven An Original Musical Directed by Lance Bordelon will be at Cité des Arts 109 Vine Street
February 22 & 23, 7:30pm Tickets are $12.00 General Admission $10.00 Students/Seniors
Reservations 337-291-1122, or Purchased online using Paypal www.citedesarts.org

   Lafayette native Lance Bordelon is excited to return to his roots in the creative community of Acadiana to produce “The Seven: a New Musical” on the Cité Des Arts stage this month. Boasting a powerhouse cast of vocal talent, mesmerizing orchestration of regional musicians, and innovative staging, “The Seven” continues to inspire audiences and showcase the kind of fresh talent that could only come from the heart of South Louisiana. 

   After nearly seven years of rewriting and workshopping under the title “The Subway” in Slidell, LA, the production relaunched this year as “The Seven: a New Musical” and is now touring across South Louisiana. The production is thrilled to share its Lafayette debut with the Cité Des Arts community under the technical mentorship of Cité veteran Shane Guilbeau. 

   The musical chronicles the journey of Scott—a young man abandoned on an NYC subway “7” train as a child—as he finds the courage to trust the world above the subway rails and once again believe in love. Scott’s story entangles with all the good and evil of the City through an array of colorful characters as he rediscovers what it means to truly live. Set in a pseudo-reality not too unlike the present, the story transcends generations to communicate the central themes of love and compassion. Audiences praise the show as “Mind-blowing” and “Amazing” – frequenting the question “This was created by students?! This is incredible!” 

   To learn more about the story of the production, behind-the-scenes highlights, the evolution of the project, and the production team, visit www.facebook.com/TheSevenMusical. For more information, please contact TheSevenMusical@gmail.com.

COMING SOON! You've Got Hatemail! -Wanderlust Theatre Company

In the hilarious broadband comedy of errors, You’ve Got Hate Mail, love “bytes” when an extramarital affair goes horribly wrong, thanks to a series of juicy online communications. Told entirely through a slew of misdirected emails, text messages, and cell phone calls unfit for public consumption, Milmore & Van Zandt’s comic answer to A.R. Gurney’s Love Letters explores the way in which modern technology can short-circuit even our best “laid” plans!
"The perfect bedroom farce...riotously enacted by a five-person ensemble!" - New York Post

***Note: This production contains adult language and situations, and is intended for mature audiences!

The ensemble cast is comprised of Steven Cooper, Cara Hayden, Elaine Kibodeaux, M. Brady McKellar & Elizabeth Satterly. Elsa Dimitriadis directs.

February 14 – 16 at 8 pm
February 17 at 3 pm
February 22 & 23 at 8 pm
Theatre 810, 810 Jefferson St., Downtown Lafayette

In honor of those past valentines who didn't work out so well...
A SPECIAL PROMOTION!
Write the "Dear John/Jane Letter You Wish You'd Written" for $1 off the ticket price. Keep it funny and anonymous (we will be posting them - haha) and turn it over at the door for your discount! Discount only applies to tickets purchased in person at the box office.

$10 General Admission
For ticket reservations, call (337) 484-0172 or purchase online at
hatemail.eventbrite.com.

For additional information about the company, visit
www.wanderlusttheatre.com or facebook.com/wanderlusttheatre.

COMING SOON! EDWIN EDWARDS LIVE!!

The One-man Play, Edwin Edwards Live!  Coming To Cité des Arts February 16,  7:30pm

Edwin Edwards Live!! , a one-man show about the life and times of the popular former Louisiana Governor, is returning to Cite Des Arts Saturday February 16, 2013, for one night only. 

"Thrilled, excited, and full of anticipation," said Storyteller Joe Paris, who seems to channel the mannerisms and especially the soft Cajun accent of the only four-time occupant of the Governor's Mansion in the Pelican State.

"I have loved Edwin Edwards, and lived in the same neighborhood as him and his family in East Crowley, for more than half a century," said Paris, who has worked for Edwards several times, including the famous 1971 gubernatorial election when Edwin finished first of 17 Democratic candidates.  "I coordinated all colleges and universities in the state for him during that '71 election," explained Paris. "This was necessary because 18 year olds had just been given the right to vote by the July 1, 1971 ratification of the 26th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution."

Paris promises a raucous love letter of a show about his former boss, calling his show "Unpredictable, irreverent, and FUN, just like the governor himself."

To add to the excitement, Paris said a live Press Conference will immediately follow his show, where live, unrehearsed questions from the audience will be encouraged and allowed.
"That always is a highlight of my show," he said, because the audience gets to participate in the production."

Tickets to this One Night Only production are $15 for adults, $12 for senior citizens and students, and may be purchased online on the Cite Des Arts website or at the Box Office the night of the performance, though those wanting to go should purchase their tickets early, as it's expected to be a SOLD OUT, standing-room-only performance.

"We'll set aside two complimentary tickets, for Edwin and Trina," said Paris. "Just in case ... "

 Call 337-291-1122.

AUDITIONS! The Little Mermaid

Pandemonium Theater Group would like to announce their upcoming auditions for their production of The Little Mermaid for Tuesday, February 19 and/or Thursday, February 21 at 6:30 pm at the Crowley Art Gallery located at 222 North Parkerson Avenue.  No appointments are necessary as we will conduct the auditions in open forum manner. 

 

According to Director Machelle Booty, “We are looking for all ages interested in performing as this play calls for a cast of young children to mature adults. This play is full of opportunities for both singing and non-singing roles. Furthermore, this play presents an excellent opportunity to introduce anyone to theater for the first time as well as those who are experienced on stage. In fact, we would like to have a group of young sea turtles, fish, merfolk, etc. in order to share the wonderful world of live theater.”

 

This exciting play script takes the audience on a voyage to the bottom of the sea with a musical comedy that the whole family will enjoy. Inspired by the Hans Christian Andersen tale, this adaptation follows the adventures of the young, fun loving mermaid Angelica as she struggles to save her underwater world from the clutches of the evil sea witch Octavia. With the help of a snappy seahorse and her silly friend Finn, Angelica battles Octavia for the future of the undersea kingdom. 

 

The main cast characters include: Octavia Wicked Sea Witch, Slick an evil but inept stingray, Sly an evil swordfish, Scooter a stuffy sea horse and Herald, Pépe a snappy sea turtle, Angelica the Little Mermaid, Angie’s father the sea king, Grandmer the Sea King’s mother and Angelica’s grandmother, Shelly Angelica’s eldest sister, Sandy Angelica’s sister, Wordsworth the Sea Captain and Prince’s Steward, Prince William the human Prince rescued by Angelica, Jake the Prince’s Saint Bernard, Grandfather Sea King’s father, and Octavia II a younger Octavia double. The chorus consists of: the kelp creatures, Merfolk and Sea Creatures, the Sea Servants, the sailors of Prince William’s ship, Sea King’s former wife and family, the Prince’s palace staff, and wedding guests. 

 

Those wishing to audition need to come prepared to sing a one to two minute solo. They should supply an instrumental CD to sing with or sing acapella. The audition will be cold reading from the intended script. Those individuals wanting to participate in this production need to fully commit to attending practices on Monday and Thursday nights from 6 to 9 pm weekly beginning March 7^th. The play is scheduled for June 7, 8, & 9 at the Grand Opera House of the South in Crowley. All cast members are responsible for obtaining their own costumes. Children are expected to behave during practices as those with behavior problems will be replaced.

 

For more information or questions please contact Director Machelle Booty at (337) 230-9175, email machellebooty@yahoo.com or visit the Pandemonium Theater Group Facebook page.

AUDTITIONS! In His Grace!

Announcing Auditions for the Local Smash Musical Hit In His Grace by Jane Billeaudeaux and John Richard.  

 

February 9th 3-5pm, and February 16th 2-4pm. 

 

We need 3 men, and 3 women ages 25-35, who can handle singing solos/duets in a variety of genres of music. 

 

For more information please call 337-291-1122.

This weekend- At Home at the Zoo !!

At Home at the Zoo, a play by Edward Albee, began in 1958 as an award winning one act called The Zoo Story. Peter, an unsuspecting bookworm, is accosted by Jerry in Central Park. Jerry, a "permanent transient," lives on the fringe of society and reality. He seems intent on breaking Peter out of his shell and pushing him to his limits. Jerry regales Peter with tales wondrous and incomprehensible, both explaining and concealing his true purpose.

 
      Nearly fifty years later, Edward Albee returned to this world with the prequel one act, Homelife. We find Peter, before he leaves for the park, reading at home. His wife, Ann, interrupts him with three dreaded words, "We should talk." Peter is unresponsive and Ann is distracted, soon forgetting what she wanted to talk about. Or has she?

      The two acts, performed together, comprise At Home at the Zoo, an exceptional play about the complexity of human relationships both old and new. It strikes at the underlying currents of the subconscious through characters extraordinarily absurd, hilarious, loving, respectful and irreverent.

Cast/Crew
Ann..........................Katryn Schmidt
Peter........................Scott Gremillion
Jerry.........................Cooper Helm
Stage Manager.........Erin Segura
Costumes................Angela Thomas
Publicity..................Hope Garrett Cook
Artwork...................Erin Broussard


Directed by Cooper Helm
Produced by Scott Gremillion


AT HOME AT THE ZOO will be presented at Theater 810
January 25 & 26 @ 7:30 pm
January 27 @ 2pm
February 1 & 2 @ 7:30pm
February 3 @ 2pm

Tickets are $12 ($10 for students and seniors) and will be available at the Theater 810 box office and online at http://athomeatthezoo.eventbrite.com/

**This play contains mature language and content. Only those 17 and older will be admitted. Thank you.**

Aladdin -Crowley High School Drama

Crowley High School Drama Club proudly presents

 

“Aladdin”

 

By Wayne R. Scott and produced by Special Arrangement with LifeHouse Productions, Inc. @ www.lifehousetheater.com

 

 

Friday, March 1st & Saturday, March 2nd at 7 pm

& Sunday, March 3 at 2 pm

$12 for adults and $10 for students

 

Grand Opera House of the South

505 North Parkerson Ave., Crowley, LA

 

Director:  Machelle Booty

Stage / Set Director:  Robert Baxter

Tickets can be purchased online at www.thegrandoperahouse.org or calling (337) 785-0440 or email machellebooty@yahoo.com

For more information call Director Machelle Booty 230-9175

Commercial Acting Class Postponed until Feb. 16th and 17th!

So, the good thing about taking a commercial acting class from a working actor is that you receive up to date information about what's happening in today's industry as well as learn a technique that's been proven to book jobs.

 

The bad thing is that sometimes that working actor works and it conflicts with class. Bill Coelius' Commercial Acting Class has been postponed until Feb 16th and 17th. Luckily, there are still spots left! 

Here is the info on the class:

 

 

 

Commercial Acting 101 (101 Things You Need To Know Before Your Audition) taught by commercial veteran Bill Coelius, is the product of his experience acting in over 35 national commercials, and auditioning on a weekly basis in today’s market. From slate to set, Bill shares a carefully crafted game plan that will help you book and shoot that national commercial.
 From a reminder as basic as remembering to bring black socks to the shoot, to psychological exercises designed to help you recognize how your habitual patterns of fear-based thinking may prevent you from booking, Bill presents a myriad of skills, strategies and trade secrets that will turn your beliefs about yourself and the industry inside-out. Commercial Acting 101 covers everything from a review of basic skills such as slating, sign-in, and making copy your own, to the hidden rules of auditioning and the secrets of on-set behavior.

Commercial Acting 101 tackles everything from the mundane to the mystical. Does how you sign in affect your chances of booking the job? Are there things you can do while walking off set to ensure a future job? Are there absolute rules about acting that will help you book a national commercial? Can you work fearlessly, and truly enjoy every audition? Commercial Acting 101 will explain why all of those questions are answered with a definite YES!
 
Student Quotes:
     “This is the most effective audition class I've ever taken - and I've taken many of them. I BOOKED a commercial 2 days after the class ended. The specific skill set bill taught me in class, hands down, was the sole reason I booked that commercial. Bill's class helped me extinguish the nervousness and my fear that plagued so many of my auditions, thereby helping me to realize my true creative potential. As an actor, I feel transformed into the type of artist I've always wanted to be. I can't recommend this class enough. and I feel confident that I can book so many more commercials. THANK YOU, BILL!!”- Shuo Z.   
      “It was awesome. Bill was full of information, and he was positive and inspiring. I really enjoyed everything about it. I want to be taught by an actor who is a WORKING actor and knows what they are talking about!” –Hollie
     “ Bill was so kind and generous, and pointed out in a great way a deeper meaning on how to be successful. It was fascinating for me because I realized I am often only too happy to help people in my everyday life but had not thought about taking this into the audition room. Extremely helpful. Thank you.” -Liz F.
      "Bill is an enlightened teacher: it was hard for everyone to leave the room once class was over! Aside from the rich toolbox of practical, repeatable commercial audition skills that Bill imparts, the warmth, respect, enthusiasm, and high spirit of play that he brings to the room quickly brings out the best work in all actors. I left the class not only with the confidence to succeed, but with real excitement for my next commercial audition." –Jacquelyn L.
     “Bill is the Yoda of commercial acting technique.”- Chris B.

Class will meet 10-5pm each day, location to be announced.
The cost for the class is $125.

You can contact Bill at  billcoelius@gmail.com or at 917 568 4391, or Aren Chaisson is acting as his 'local contact,' at arenchaisson@gmail.com

OPENING THIS WEEK! At Home at the Zoo!

At Home at the Zoo, a play by Edward Albee, began in 1958 as an award winning one act called The Zoo Story. Peter, an unsuspecting bookworm, is accosted by Jerry in Central Park. Jerry, a "permanent transient," lives on the fringe of society and reality. He seems intent on breaking Peter out of his shell and pushing him to his limits. Jerry regales Peter with tales wondrous and incomprehensible, both explaining and concealing his true purpose.

 
      Nearly fifty years later, Edward Albee returned to this world with the prequel one act, Homelife. We find Peter, before he leaves for the park, reading at home. His wife, Ann, interrupts him with three dreaded words, "We should talk." Peter is unresponsive and Ann is distracted, soon forgetting what she wanted to talk about. Or has she?

      The two acts, performed together, comprise At Home at the Zoo, an exceptional play about the complexity of human relationships both old and new. It strikes at the underlying currents of the subconscious through characters extraordinarily absurd, hilarious, loving, respectful and irreverent.

Cast/Crew
Ann..........................Katryn Schmidt
Peter........................Scott Gremillion
Jerry.........................Cooper Helm
Stage Manager.........Erin Segura
Costumes................Angela Thomas
Publicity..................Hope Garrett Cook
Artwork...................Erin Broussard


Directed by Cooper Helm
Produced by Scott Gremillion


AT HOME AT THE ZOO will be presented at Theater 810
January 25 & 26 @ 7:30 pm
January 27 @ 2pm
February 1 & 2 @ 7:30pm
February 3 @ 2pm

Tickets are $12 ($10 for students and seniors) and will be available at the Theater 810 box office and online at http://athomeatthezoo.eventbrite.com/

**This play contains mature language and content. Only those 17 and older will be admitted. Thank you.**

Acting Class! Only FOUR spots left!

Commercial Acting 101 (101 Things You Need To Know Before Your Audition) taught by commercial veteran Bill Coelius, is the product of his experience acting in over 35 national commercials, and auditioning on a weekly basis in today’s market. From slate to set, Bill shares a carefully crafted game plan that will help you book and shoot that national commercial.
 From a reminder as basic as remembering to bring black socks to the shoot, to psychological exercises designed to help you recognize how your habitual patterns of fear-based thinking may prevent you from booking, Bill presents a myriad of skills, strategies and trade secrets that will turn your beliefs about yourself and the industry inside-out. Commercial Acting 101 covers everything from a review of basic skills such as slating, sign-in, and making copy your own, to the hidden rules of auditioning and the secrets of on-set behavior.

Commercial Acting 101 tackles everything from the mundane to the mystical. Does how you sign in affect your chances of booking the job? Are there things you can do while walking off set to ensure a future job? Are there absolute rules about acting that will help you book a national commercial? Can you work fearlessly, and truly enjoy every audition? Commercial Acting 101 will explain why all of those questions are answered with a definite YES!
 
Student Quotes:
     “This is the most effective audition class I've ever taken - and I've taken many of them. I BOOKED a commercial 2 days after the class ended. The specific skill set bill taught me in class, hands down, was the sole reason I booked that commercial. Bill's class helped me extinguish the nervousness and my fear that plagued so many of my auditions, thereby helping me to realize my true creative potential. As an actor, I feel transformed into the type of artist I've always wanted to be. I can't recommend this class enough. and I feel confident that I can book so many more commercials. THANK YOU, BILL!!”- Shuo Z.   
      “It was awesome. Bill was full of information, and he was positive and inspiring. I really enjoyed everything about it. I want to be taught by an actor who is a WORKING actor and knows what they are talking about!” –Hollie
     “ Bill was so kind and generous, and pointed out in a great way a deeper meaning on how to be successful. It was fascinating for me because I realized I am often only too happy to help people in my everyday life but had not thought about taking this into the audition room. Extremely helpful. Thank you.” -Liz F.
      "Bill is an enlightened teacher: it was hard for everyone to leave the room once class was over! Aside from the rich toolbox of practical, repeatable commercial audition skills that Bill imparts, the warmth, respect, enthusiasm, and high spirit of play that he brings to the room quickly brings out the best work in all actors. I left the class not only with the confidence to succeed, but with real excitement for my next commercial audition." –Jacquelyn L.
     “Bill is the Yoda of commercial acting technique.”- Chris B.

Class will meet  Jan. 26 &27 (Sat-Sun) 10-5pm each day, location to be announced.
The cost for the class is $125.

You can contact Bill at  billcoelius@gmail.com or at 917 568 4391, or Aren Chaisson is acting as his 'local contact,' at arenchaisson@gmail.com

AUDITIONS! Death Takes a Holiday

Auditions for the UL Lafayette Opera Theatre's spring 2013 production of Maury Yeston's 2011 musical, Death Takes a Holiday.  The show will be directed by Shawn Roy with musical direction by David Boudreaux. 

There are roles for 7 women and 7 men.

Auditions are Saturday, January 19 starting at 9:30am in Burke Hall on the UL Lafayette campus. Please bring a musical theatre song. A pianist will be provided. You may be also asked to read from the script of the show. 

The musical will run from March 21 - 24 in Burke Hall. Rehearsals are Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30 - 9:00PM and Fridays from 4:00 - 7:00PM. 

Any questions? Ask on facebook (https://www.facebook.com/events/114586488714203/?fref=ts) or call Shawn Roy at  482-5939.

AUDITIONS: 4 x 6 Wanderlust Theatre Co.

In celebration of Women's History Month, Wanderlust will be producing 4 X 6, a collection of four smart, sometimes serious and often funny one acts presented by six female actors. This will be the fourth in Wanderlust's 2012-13 season, and will run in late March. Rehearsals will begin the week of February 18. The four one acts will include:

Haiku by Katherine Snodgrass
It's Okay, Honey by Bertha Brown
The Most Massive Woman Wins by Madeleine George
Overtones by Alice Gerstenberg

Thursday, January 17th.  6:00- 8:00pm


Auditioners are welcome to have a prepared monologue, but we are most interested in how the actor deals with material from the scripts (sides will be provided) and other actors. Please wear comfortable clothes. If you are unable to attend this audition date, but are interested, please contact Elsa Dimitriadis at elsa@wanderlusttheatre.com by January 16 to schedule another audition time.

Please visit www.wanderlusttheatre.com or www.facebook.com/wanderlusttheatre  for more information about Wanderlust projects.

AUDITIONS! The Amish Project

The Amish Project is a fictional exploration of the Nickel Mines schoolhouse shooting in an Amish community, and the path of forgiveness and compassion forged in its wake. Originally a solo show, The Amish Project has now been adapted for an ensemble. "extraordinary... remarkable...compelling" (The New York Times)

For more information visit: http://www.amishproject.com/

All teenagers welcome! (13-19)

Held Jan. 11 at Theatre 810,  from 3pm to 7pm.
Cold readings will be made available.

CAST OF CHARACTERS: (3 MALES/ 4 FEMALES)
ANNA - Amish girl, age 14. Victim of the shooting.
CAROL STUCKEY - Widow of the gunman, age 31. English/non-Amish.
VELDA - Amish girl, age 6. Sister of Anna. Victim of the shooting.
BILL NORTH - English/non-Amish man, 50s. Scholar and professor on Amish culture, as well as friend and spokesman to several Amish families affected by the shooting.
AMERICA - Hispanic girl, age 16. Pregnant. Works in the local grocery store.
EDDIE STUCKEY - The gunman of schoolhouse shooting, age 33. English/non-Amish. Killed himself at the end of the schoolhouse attack.
SHERRY LOCAL - English, age 53. Resident of Nickel Mines, PA.

Additional/Optional Speaking Roles:
Fireman in the firehouse scene with Bill North
Aaron the Amish father
Amish Mother (Aaron’s wife)
Amish Son (Aaron’s son)
Reporters (anywhere from one to three works well)
Sherry Local’s husband Ray
America’s Mother

**positions in lighting/set/costume/crew also being offered**

Performance dates:
April 5-7; 12-14

For more information contact
Monique LeBlanc
1-337-552-7708
mmleblanc323@gmail.com

Opening this weekend! CHEATERS

The Riveters Present: Cheaters  By Michael Jacobs

Allen and Michelle have been living together for eighteen months. It is the first real relationship for both of them. Michelle thinks they should marry; Allen isn’t sure. His hesitancy drives her home to her parents for advice Michelle’s Father isn’t aware that it is Allen’s mother he has been seeing for the last six months and would now like to get rid of, nor does Michelle’s mother know that it is Allen’s father she has just spent the night with and would like to see more of The pieces fall uproariously into place when the parents decide to meet the young lovers over dinner to lend their maturity and experience for the benefit of their children’s relationship. It’s suddenly everyone for himself in this wild, rollicking look at love and romance

Directed by: Martin Smith
Stage Manager: Amber Izdepski
Prop Master: Jenna Fontenot
Poster Design: Bree Quereau

Cast:
Monica- Leah Pratt
Howard- Billy Walker
Grace- Kristen DuBois
Sam- Dustin Lafleur
Allen- Andre Trahan
Michelle- Elizabeth Satterly

January 10 - January 12 @ 7:30 pm   January 13 @ 3:00 pm
January 17 - January 19 @ 7:30 pm    January 20 @ 3:00 pm

General Admission- $15.00
with a Student ID- $10.00

For More Information visit www.citedesarts.org or call 337.291.1122

Aladdin -March 1

Crowley High School Drama Club presents their production of Aladdin by Wayne R. Scott and produced by Special Arrangement with LifeHouse Productions, Inc.  

Friday, March 1 and Saturday, March 2 at 7 pm and Sunday, March 3 at 2 pm at the Grand Opera House of the South. 

Tickets are $12 for adults and $10 for students and can be purchased online at http://www.thegrandoperahouse.org/ or by calling the Opera House at 785-0440. 

For more information, such as school or scout/youth group performances please call Director Machelle Booty at (337)230-9175.

Honk! -Jan 31

     CYT Lafayette - Based on Hans Christian Andersen's The Ugly Duckling, Honk! tells the story of an odd looking baby duck, Ugly, and his quest to find his mother. Soon after Ugly is born, he is seduced away by a wily Cat who wants to eat Ugly for dinner. Eventually, Ugly manages to escape but has no idea how to return home. Along his way, he encounters a beautiful swan, Penny, tangled in a fishing line. After saving her, the two birds fall in love. However, she must return to her flock and fly south for the winter. Eventually, Ugly’s mother finds him frozen in snow. Luckily, her warm tears manage to thaw him out and he comes back to life – as a handsome swan! Soon, Ugly is reunited with Penny and two swans decide to live the rest of their days in the same pond as Ugly’s loyal mother.

TIMES:     
Thursday, Jan 31st 7:00pm
Friday, Feb 1st – 7:00pm
Saturday, Feb 2nd – 3:00pm, 7:00pm
Sunday, Feb 3rd – 2pm

VENUE:       
Angelle Auditorium
601 East St. Mary Blvd.
Lafayette, LA 70503

FOR TICKETS: http://www.cytlafayette.org/shows/Honk-Jr-10

PRICES:      
$12 - Individual Online
$14 - At-the-Door Price
$10 - Group Discount (10 ticket minimum)
$10 - Child Discount (Age Limit: 12)
$10 - Senior Discount (Age Minimum: 62)

     Children 3 - 12 are $10.00
Children 2 & Under are Free

At Home in the Zoo -Jan25

     An independent production of Edward Albee’s At Home at the Zoo will open on Friday January 25th, 2013 at Theatre 810. 
     At Home at the Zoo began as a one-act play written by Albee, and was originally titled Zoo Story. Zoo Story follows the character, Peter, a mild –mannered, somewhat aloof man who is accosted in the park by Jerry, a transient who lives on the fringes. Peter’s encounter with Jerry pushes him to his limits, as Jerry’s untamed behavior and wild stories challenge Peter’s notion of truth.
     After nearly 50 years, Albee wrote the prequel to Zoo Story with another one act entitled Homelife. In Homelife, Albee takes us into the home of Peter and his wife, Ann. Peter is absorbed in a book when Ann interrupts him with the words, “we should talk.” Albee presents Peter and Ann’s domestic normalcy and contrasts it with Ann’s need for excitement and passion in a conversation that takes place right before Peter takes that fateful walk to the park.
     The two acts performed together comprise At Home at the Zoo, and will feature Scott Gremillion as Peter, Cooper Helm as Jerry,  and Katryn Schmidt as Ann. Cooper Helm is directing. Performance times are as follows:

January 25th and 26th – 7:30pm, January 27th – 2:30pm
February 1st and 2nd – 7:30pm, and February 3rd-2:30pm

Tickets may be purchased at the box office at Theater 810 (810 Jefferson St. Lafayette, LA), or by calling 337-484-0172. Facebook event page link is as follows: https://www.facebook.com/Theatre810#!/events/140629892761211/?fref=ts

  **This play contains mature language and content. Only those 17 and older will be admitted. Thank you.**