'Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat' at Plays-in-the-Park

Plays in the Park presents its 20th annual production of "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat."

Performances are Dec. 26 and 27 at 2 7 p.m. and Dec. 27 and 28 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $7 and go on sale Nov 11, and can be purchased by calling (732) 246-7469. The show will perform at the State Theatre, located at 15 Livingston Ave, New Brunswick, NJ.

The main floor is accessible to patrons using wheelchairs. Open captioning is available at the 7 p.m. performance on Dec. 26, audio description is available at 2 p.m. on Dec. 27, and sign language interpretation is available at the 2 p.m. performance on Dec. 28. Also, before the audio described performance, there will be a sensory seminar/touch tour at 12:30 p.m. for people who are blind and visually impaired. Participants in this will get to handle set pieces, props, and costumes used in the show. For more information please call (732) 745-3936 or email jackie.neill@co.middlesex.nj.us.

The show features Michael Ferlita as Joseph, Katie Riley as the Narratow, Jack Cibrian as Jacob, Mike Patierno as Reuben, Keith Johnson as Simeon, Joe Riley as Levi, Christopher Guell as Napthali, Todd Roman as Issachar, Israel Figeuroa III as Asher, Peter LoRicco as Dan, Kirk Geritano as Zebulun, C.J. Carter as Gad, Dylan Randazzo as Judah, James Lunch as Benjamin, Art Neill as Isaac, Justine Pamiloza as Mrs. Potiphar, Art Neill as Potiphar, Art Neill as Pharoah, Israel Figueroa III as the butler, Keith Johnson as the baker, Dana Simone as an apache dancer, and Justine Pamiloza, Dana Simone, Shannen Doyle, Katie Hilosky, Emily Johnson, Joanna Karausz, Neha Patel, Christina Ryan, Emma Schwartz, Jeni Starinsky, Stephanie Turci, and Heather Welsh as the wives.

Casting Call: 'Body Awareness'

Circle Players will be holding auditions for Annie Baker's "Body Awareness."

Auditions are at 7 p.m. on Nov. 17 and 19. Sides will be provided at the auditions.

It’s 'Body Awareness Week' on a Vermont college campus and the organizer, Phyllis, and her partner, Joyce, are hosting one of the guest artists, Frank, in their home. Frank is a photographer famous for his portraits of female nudes.His presence in the home and his chosen subject create tension from the start. Phyllis is furious with his art, but Joyce is intrigued and considers posing for him. As Joyce and Phyllis bicker, Joyce’s young adult son, Jared, who may or may not have Asperger’s Disorder, struggles to develop relationships with young women, with heartbreaking results.

Roles are:

Phyllis 40-45	A psychology professor at the school and is running the Body Awareness program. She is feeling the stress of the project as well as the stress at home. She loves Joyce, but might be happier if Jared was able to find his way in the world.
Joyce 45-55	A high school teacher who gave birth to Jared during an earlier marriage. She loves Phyllis and champions Jared as only a mother can for her son. There is the suggestion that her father might have molested her when she was a child.
Frank 50-60	An artist who embraces the bohemian life. He becomes something of a mentor to Jared. Relaxed and happy in his life and lifestyle. The actor who plays Frank must either know how to play the recorder or be willing to learn. The production will provide the teacher if needed.
Jared 21	Joyce’s son. At the start of the play, he works in a fast-food restaurant and is obsessed with his Oxford English Dictionary. He insists he does not have Asperger’s. His behaviors seem to indicate otherwise. Has no sense of how to interact with females of his own age. Walks around with an electric toothbrush, the use of which seems to soothe him.

Rehearsals will take place 3 to 4 times a week, and performances will take place Jan. 16 to 23.

Comedy Night at Main Street Theatre

The Sayreville Main Street Theatre Co. will be hosting a comedy night this November.

The event will take place on Nov. 7. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the show starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $35 each and pay for the show, appetizers, the 50/50, raffles, door prizes, and snacks. Proceeds will be used to benefit the Sayreville Riverdogs Blue 9u.

The night stars Robin Fox and Jimmy Faila, and is for ages 18 and up only. For tickets, please call (732) 668-6518.

The theater is located at 3018 Bordentown Ave, Parlin, NJ.

'Hair' at Villagers Theatre

Villagers Theatre will be presenting the musical 'Hair.'


The show performs at 8 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. on Sundays from Nov. 7 to 23. Tickets are $20 for adults and $18 for seniors and students, and can be purchased online or by calling (732) 873-2710.

"Hair" is at once both a joyous celebration of youth and a poignant journey through a tumultuous 1960s America! This exuberant musical about a group of teenagers searching for truth, peace and love in a Vietnam War era America has struck a resonant chord with audiences of all ages. HAIR features an extraordinary and multi-cultural cast singing a long list of chart topping hit songs, including “Aquarius,” “Let the Sun Shine In,” “Good Morning, Starshine” and “Easy To Be Hard.” The themes and struggles in "Hair", although from another era, seem vital and relevant to the times we live in today in more ways than you realize until you experience the show first hand.

The show features Faisal Sheikh as Claude, Ben Menahem as Berger, Evan Krug as Woof, Phil Solomon as Hud, Kate Pentek as Sheila, Jesse Principale as Jeannie, Natalie Romeo as Crissy, and Kyle Blocker, Saraj Cassell, Michael Drake, Jenna Garrison, Laura Hilton, Asia Holmes, Rafael Lozada, Dwight Merritt, Katie Mott, Jessica Musolino, Samantha Vargas, and Joelle Zazzarino as the ensemble. It will be directed by Michael Boyd, with musical direction by Chris Curchio.

Casting Call: 'The Outsiders'

The Sayreville Main Street Theatre Co. will be holding auditions for "The Outsiders."

Auditions are at 7:30 on Nov 3 and 4.Callbacks will take place at 7:30 on Nov 6.

This stage adaptation deals with real people, seen through the eyes of young Ponyboy, a greaser on the wrong side of life, caught up in territorial battles between the have-it-made rich kids, the socs, and his tough, underprivileged "greaser" family and friends.

Roles are:

Ponyboy Curtis	Early teens. A greaser. The narrator and protagonist of the story and the youngest of the greasers. Ponyboy’s literary interests and academic accomplishments set him apart from the rest of his gang.
Johnny Cade	Early teens. A greaser. His father constantly beats him up, and his mother either ignores his presence or screams at him. Johnny sees the greasers as his true family. In turn, the older boys, particularly Dally, are protective of him.
Bob	Late teens/early twenties. A soc, as well as Cherry’s boyfriend.
Randy	Late teens/early twenties. Bob’s best friend and Marcia’s boyfriend. and Bob’s best friend. Randy is a handsome soc who eventually sees the futility of fighting.
Dallas Winston	Late teens. The toughest of the greasers. Dallas is a hardened teen who used to run with gangs in New York.
Two-Bit Mathews	Late teens. Two-Bit is a wisecracking greaser.
Darry	Late Teens/early twenties. The older brother to both Sodapop and Pony. He takes care of both of them.
Sodapop	Mid to late teens. Ponyboy’s second oldest brother. A happy-go-lucky.
Sandy	Late teens. Sodapop’s girlfriend.
Cherry	Mid to late teens. Bob’s girlfriend, she is a soc cheerleader whom Ponyboy meets at the movies.
Marcia	Mid to late teens. Cherry’s friend and Randy’s girlfriend.
Jerry Wood	Thirty or older. A schoolteacher, who was with the children when the church caught fire.
Mrs. O’Bria	Thirty or older. Another teacher accompanying the children.
Paul Holden	Late Teen’s. A soc who steps forward to challenge Darry when the rumble begins. Paul and Darry were friends and football teammates in high school.
Doctor	Forty or older.
Nurse	Thirty or older.
Mr. Syme	Thirty or older. Ponyboy’s English teacher.

Rehearsals will begin Dec 9, and performances will take place Feb 6 to 14.

The play is based on the novel by S.E. Hinson and will be directed by Peter Bobchin.

Call for Submissions: Villagers Theatre

Villagers Theatre is accepting submissions for its 2015-2016 season,

Directors should submit the titles and authors of the plays or musicals they would like to direct, and include a current resume with their submissions. The committee will request a copy of the script for each production if it chooses to consider one or more of the submissions, as well as cast recordings for musicals.



1. Describe why you wish to direct that particular play/musical
2. Discuss your vision for each production (i.e. production values, concept, casting, etc)
3. Discuss why you feel it would be a great addition to the Villagers Season.

We would also like to note that, although we have Production Staff available, Directors are encouraged to bring in other Production Staff members to work on their show (Designers, Choreographers, Stage Managers, etc).

Villagers Theatre only will consider shows that have not been produced on the main stage in the last 15 years.

In the event that the same show is submitted by more than one director, the committee will have sole discretion in selecting the director for that production. Directors are encouraged to submit more than one play for consideration.

List submissions in order of preference and specify which time slot best suits your schedule. The season generally will run as follows, with our recommendations in parentheses:

• September (a comedy)
• November (a musical)
• February (a small musical or comedy)
• April (a comedy or drama)
• June (a musical)

The theater is looking to open our 2015-2016 season with a strong comedy, and suggests directors consider musicals such as "Annie," "Tommy" and "La Cage Aux Folles."

Villagers Theatre is also at this time accepting submissions for its black box series. These plays and small-scale musicals usually are less well-known pieces that might not fit into the mainstage season. Black box productions are produced with a limited budget, with the focus on the acting and directing.

Submissions should be sent to the Villagers Theatre Main Office, attention Joe Buz, 529 DeMott Lane, Somerset; or e-mailed to Joe Buz at villagers_production@outlook.com by Dec. 1.

Seeking Volunteers for Disabled Cast

Youth Stages of Kelsey Theater is seeking volunteers to assist the actors in the VSA NJ fall production of "Peter Pan".

There are sixteen adult actors with various disabilities. Volunteers are sought to work backstage, assisting the actors with entrances and exits so they do not miss cues, and helping them with minor costume changes. A one to one match is preferable. The volunteers will also help with set changes.

The volunteers will be needed from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Nov. 6 for a rehearsal at Project Freedom, which is possibly in Hamilton; from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Nov. 10-12 for dress rehearsals at Kelsey Theater; and from 6-9 p.m. Nov. 13 for the performance, which will start at 7:30 p.m., also at Kelsey Theater.

If you are interested, contact manager@youthstages.com or call (609)430-9000. Kelsey Theater is located at 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor.

Casting Call: 'Humbug'

Somerset Valley Players will be holding auditions for John Wooten's "Humbug."

Auditions will be at 7 p.m. on Oct. 26 and 27, and will consist of readings from the script. Sides will be provided. Auditions will take place at the theater, located at 689 Amwell Road, Hillsborough.

As "A Christmas Carol" with a modern day twist, "Humbug" follows the story of Eleanor Scrooge, a ruthlessly ambitious Wall Street executive who has an aversion to Christmas and an insatiable appetite for power. Locked in her office on a snowy Christmas Eve, Eleanor is determined to finish a corporate-takeover proposal until three 'advisors' provide her with an eye-opening new appreciation for the holidays and the spirit of Christmas. An upbeat and moving adaptation of Dickens' holiday classic, "Humbug" is one for the ages.

Roles needed are:

Eleanor Scrooge	Female, 40-45
Bobbie Cratchit	Female, 30-35
Present	Female, 20 and over, character actress, cockney accent
Ellie/Lisa	Female, 20-25
Tug/Bill/Benson	Male, 20-25
Past	Male, 20-25, Strong comic actor
Jacob Marley	Male, 45-50
Phil	Male, 25-30, Scrooge's nephew
Future	Male, 30-35, very tall if possible
Sarah/Nellie	Female, 25-30, strong comic actor
Tess	Female, 20-25, Eleanor's sister
Timmy	Male, 10-15

The show runs at 8 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays aand 2 p.m. on Sundays from Dec. 5 to 21. It will be directed by Tina Lee.

'Footloose' at Somerset Valley Players

Somerset Valley Players will be performing the musical "Footloose."

The show will perform at 8 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. on Sundays from Oct. 24 to Nov. 9. Tickets are $22 for adults and $20 for seniors and students and can be purchased online, at the door, or by calling (908) 369-7469.

When Ren and his mother move from Chicago to a small farming town, Ren is prepared for the inevitable adjustment period at his new high school. What he isn't prepared for are the rigorous local edicts, including a ban on dancing instituted by the local preacher, determined to exercise the control over the town's youth that he cannot command in his own home. When the reverend's rebellious daughter sets her sights on Ren, her roughneck boyfriend tries to sabotage Ren's reputation, with many of the locals eager to believe the worst about the new kid. The heartfelt story that emerges is of a father longing for the son he lost and of a young man aching for the father who walked out on him.

The show is produced by Daniel Schulze, directed by Christian Carrara, and musically directed by Thomas Pepitone. The cast features Kevin Albanese, Rosellen Schussler, Dan Finkle, Mary O'Connor, Aubrey Malakoff, Marie Comerford, James Houston, Michael Jarzyna, Melissa Pinto, Erica Boyea, Kaitlin Geoghegan, Nina Marti, Adam Korner, Jay Hauser, Alexander Portera, Walter Maze, Rory Baker, John Lucash, Brandon Luckenbaugh, Tara Keelen, Allison Lamont, Lucinda Fisher, and Amy Korner, with Florence Simons, Cassie Jarzyna, Meghan Doyle, Caty Butler, Thomas Pepitone, and Aaron Allen as pit singers.

'Creature Double Feature' at the Hedgehog & Feather Theatre Co.

The Hedgehog & Feather Theatre Co. presents their third annual "Creature Double Feature."

The event will take place at 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 24 and 25 and at 1:30 p.m. on Oct. 25. Tickets are $18 each. Those seated in rows A, C, E, and G will have the opportunity to participate in the second show, "The Blob."

The night will feature the short plays "The Creature," which is about a monster that lurks beneath the dark waters, and "The Blob," which follows a mysterious meteorite that starts a scary chain of screams. Actors in grades 5 through 9 will provide live orchestration.

The performance will take place at Westminster Hall, which is located at 140 Mountain Avenue, Westfield.

The shows star Lauren Singer, Elizabeth Cotter, Nate Redmount, Andrew Kapadia, Cristian Vozza, Sarah Kudron, Joshua Saxon, Libby Herz, Eve Harrison, Taylor Dobson, Charlotte Fountain-Jardim, Amanda Andujar, Julia Singer, Maya Levitt, Greta McLaughin, CJ Stueck, Katie Ceraso, Sean Marner, Anna Cioffi, Kacey Brennan, Olivia Bergman, Lauren Singer, Emily Ensslin, Juliana Schuttavaer, Nina Martini, Lily Ceraso, and Nathaniel Fountain-Jardim.

Casting Call: 'Red'

Villagers Theatre will be holding auditions for their black box production of "Red."

Auditions will take place Oct. 25 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Please prepare the respective monologues for the characters you are interested in auditioning for. Callbacks will take place on October 30 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Roles are:

Mark Rothko	Male, 40s or older
Ken	Male, 18 – 25

Master abstract expressionist Mark Rothko has just landed the biggest commission in the history of modern art, a series of murals for New York’s famed Four Seasons Restaurant. In the two fascinating years that follow, Rothko works feverishly with his young assistant, Ken, in his studio on the Bowery. But when Ken gains the confidence to challenge him, Rothko faces the agonizing possibility that his crowning achievement could also become his undoing. Raw and provocative, "Red" is a searing portrait of an artist's ambition and vulnerability as he tries to create a definitive work for an extraordinary setting.

The show will perform from Jan. 16 to 24 at 8 p.m. on Saturdays and 2 p.m. on Sundays.

It is produced by Joe Buz and directed by Corey Rubel.

For more information email joe@villagerstheatre.com.

'Almost, Maine' at Circle Players

Circle Players will be presenting John Cariani's "Almost, Maine."

The show performs at 8 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays from Nov. 14 to 29 and at 3 p.m. on Nov. 30. Tickets are $18 for adults and $17 for seniors and students.

On a cold, clear, moonless night in the middle of winter, all is not quite what it seems in the remote, mythical town of Almost, Maine. As the northern lights hover in the star-filled sky above, Almost’s residents find themselves falling in and out of love in unexpected and often hilarious ways. Knees are bruised. Hearts are broken. But the bruises heal, and the hearts mend—almost—in this delightful midwinter night’s dream.

The show is directed by Stephen Catron and stars Thom Boyer, Eric Branda, Christie Leigh Carver, Linda Hatcher, Stephen Mennella, and Lisa Vasfailo.

Casting Call: 'Dogfight'

Edison Valley Playhouse will hold auditions for "Dogfight," a story of compassion, heartbreak, and redemption, in mid-December.


"Dogfight" follows three young, fresh and cocky Marines, Birdlace, Boland and Bernstein, the night before their first deployment to the 'little conflict' in Southeast Asia. Looking forward to one last night of debauchery, partying and perhaps some trouble, the boys set out to find the ugliest girl to bring to the "dogfight", a cruel game where the men put up money for a party and a cash prize and whoever brings the ugliest girl wins the pot. Winner of the Lucille Lortel Award for Best Musical, "Dogfight" is a powerful and haunting musical about the end of the age of innocence in the '60s.

Eddie Birdlace (18-25, A2-A4)	A Marine private first class. He is well respected and a natural leader amongst his comrades. Initially a hothead; a cocky smooth talker. He eventually sheds his brash exterior when he falls for Rose.
Rose Feeny (18-21, G3-E5)	A diner waitress who dreams of life as a musician. She is naturally shy of the world around her. Becomes smitten with Birdlace and discovers a lot about her self respect and confidence along the way. Some knowledge of how to play basic guitar a plus, but not required.
Bernstein (18-25, B2-B4)	A Marine private first class, and Birdlace's good friend. A bit nerdy, and very inexperienced with the opposite sex.
Boland (18-25, B2-B4)	A Marine private first class and Birdlace's closest friend. The most vocal supporter of the dogfight, and fairly crude in his behavior and language.
Marcy (25-35, F#3-Eb5)	Boland's date for the dogfight; a nearly toothless and homely prostitute. Crass and brash, but sneaky and cunning.
Lounge singer (25-35, B2-B4)	Oily crooner, and judge of the Dogfight. May also double in the ensemble.
Supporting cast (18-35, same vocal range as those listed above)	Fills out the remaining characters of "Dogfight." Parts include additional Marines, hippies, and bus passengers. These cast members will also provide supporting vocals from offstage.

Auditionees should prepare 32 bars of their most comfortable and polished vocal selection, which can be of any musical style so long as it is not from "Dogfight". It is worth noting, however, that "Dogfight" has a number of pop, rock, folk and other contemporary overtones, and a capella is not permitted. Sheet music should also be in the correct key. Auditionees should also bring their resumé and a list of conflicts between Jan. 5 and March 13. All males must be willing to get buzz cuts.

Auditions will take place at 6 p.m. Dec. 14 and at 7:30 p.m. December 15 and 16. Callbacks will be held at 2 p.m. Dec. 21.

Tech week will run March 6-12. Performances will be at 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays March 6-28 and at 2 p.m. March 22.

Men must be willing to get buzz cuts because that was the Marine mandatory hairstyle. For more information, contact dogfightevp@gmail.com. Edison Valley Playhouse is located at 2196 Oak Tree Road, Edison.

'Mame' at Playhouse 22

Playhouse 22 will present the musical "Mame" in late November.

The madcap life of eccentric Mame Dennis and her bohemian, intellectual arty clique is disrupted when her deceased brother's 10-year-old son Patrick is entrusted to her care. Rather than bow to convention, Mame introduces the boy to her free-wheeling lifestyle, instilling in him her favorite credo: "Life is a banquet, and most poor sons-of-bitches are starving to death."

The show will feature Stephanie Long as Mame, John “JC” DeMaria as Young Patrick, Tracey Fama as Vera Charles, Pam Jorgensen as Agnes Gooch, Jon Logan as Ito and Junior Babcock, Bill Osman as Lindsey, Mike Levine as Dwight Babcock, Gregory Newton as Beauregard, Chris Chalcraft as Older Patrick, Michele Greenspan as Gloria Upson, Thomas Fritzen as Mr. Upson and Uncle Jeff, Nancy Drumright as Mrs. Upson, Krystle Danza as Pegeen Ryan, Leslie Hochman as Sally Cato, Dotti Friis as Mother Burnside; and Arianne Grosky, Joanna Haupt, Rachel Silberman and Elena Marie Chalcraft as members of the ensemble.

The show will run at 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and at 3 p.m. Sundays Nov. 7-23.

Tickets cost $22 per adult and $20 per senior or student. To purchase tickets, click here. Playhouse 22 is located at 721 Cranbury Road, East Brunswick.

'The Jungle Book' at Main Street Theatre

The Main Street Theatre's Kidsworks presents "The Jungle Book."

The show performs on Saturdays and 3 p.m. on Sundays from Oct. 25 to Nov. 2 at 12 p.m. Tickets are $6 per person. For an additional $6, if you attend the performance on Nov. 2, you can have lunch with the characters before the show.

The show is written by Tim Kelly and based on the book by Rudyard Kipling. This production will be directed by Kevin Heaney, choreographed by Colleen Gilgan, and produced by Heather Tumbleson.

For more information, email the producer at heather@smstc.org.

Open Member Meeting at Circle Players

Circle Players is changing the way they do member meetings and will be having an open meeting to discuss it.

The meeting will take place on Oct. 19. Socializing will begin at 6 p.m., but the official meeting starts at 7 p.m.

Those who attend the meeting will discuss what’s going on at the theatre, and where and how you can get involved. Anyone who is interested may attend.

The theater will also be serving snacks and beverages.

"Blithe Spirit" at Dragonfly Multicultural Arts Center

Dragonfly Multicultural Arts Center will present the ghostly comedy "Blithe Spirit" this Halloween.

When Charles Condomine, an urbane British novelist, invites a medium to his house for a séance, he's only expecting to get ideas for his new book and mock her a little.  But when the medium, Madame Arcati, accidentally raises the ghost of his deceased first wife, Elvira, his current marriage suffers from the petulant spirit's presence. "Blithe Spirit" is a fast-talking comedy with deeper themes about marriage and belief.

The cast features Wally Marzano-Lesnevich as Charles, Lindsay Adkins as Elvira, Vivian Lam as Edith, and Rosemary Wall as Madame Acarti.

The show will run at 8 p.m. October 30 and November 1, at 2 p.m. November 2, and at 8:30 p.m. with a special reception on Halloween. Tickets cost $17 for adults in advance and $20 for adults at the door, and $12 for seniors and students.

To purchase tickets, click here. Dragonfly Multicultural Arts Center is located in Metuchen. Their website is dragonflyartsnj.com.

Casting Call: ''Twas the Night Before Christmas'

Kelsey Theater will hold auditions for its annual original Christmas show, "'Twas the Night Before Christmas", later this month.

It's 1822, and Clement Moore is having trouble writing his annual Christmas poem. This is especially troubling because his youngest daughter Charity is ill, and he feels that if he writes an especially good poem, it would help her feel better. Some sugar plum fairies, a mouse named Diana, and good old St. Nick himself help him along in a story that will engage young children everywhere.

Auditionees should prepare a short monologue or Christmas poem no longer than one minute; a short song, preferably a Christmas carol, with sheet music; a resumé and headshot if they have them; and a list of conflicts between Oct. 21 and Dec. 27. Auditionees should also be prepared to dance. You must be seven years or older to audition.

Auditions will take place from 4-6 p.m. October 19 and from 6-8:30 p.m. October 20 in the Communications Building immediately behind Kelsey Theater, which is on the MCCC campus.

Parts include Clement Moore, Eliza Moore, Diana Mouse, the Moores' children, assorted townspeople of all ages, Mr. Kringle (who turns out to be the right jolly old elf), and dancers. However, Clement Moore, Eliza Moore, Diana Mouse, and Mr. Kringle have been precast.

Performances will occur at 7 p.m. Dec. 5; 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. Dec. 6; and at 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. Dec. 7; with possible schoolday performances at 9:45 and 11:30 a.m. Dec. 5 and 8.

For more information, or to make an audition appointment, contact KelseyTwas@gmail.com. Kelsey Theater is located on the Mercer County Community College campus at 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor.

An Evening with 'The Fog' at Main Street Theatre

The Sayreville Main Street Theatre Co. will be presenting a night of music with the group "The Fog."

The evening will take place at 7:30 on Nov. 1 only at the theatre. Tickets are $25 if purchased in advance or $30 at the door, and can also be ordered by calling (732) 553-1153.

Attendants will have the opportunity to dance, and there will be a costume contest. Prizes are available for those with the best costumes. The theatre will also provide hors d'oeuvres, non-alcoholic beverages, desert, and coffee.

Attendants must be at least 21 years old.

The Main Street Theatre Co. is located on 3018 Bordentown Ave. Parlin, NJ at the Garden Friends Daycare.

'The Woman in Black' at Villagers Theatre

Villagers Theatre will be presenting their black box production of "The Woman in Black."

The show will perform at 8 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. on Sundays from Oct. 10 to 19. Tickets are $15. No group rates available.

Arthur Kipps, a junior solicitor, is summoned to attend the funeral of Mrs Alice Drablow, the house’s sole inhabitant, unaware of the tragic secrets which lie hidden behind the shuttered windows. It is not until he glimpses a wasted young woman, dressed all in black, at the funeral, that a creeping sense of unease begins to take hold, a feeling deepened by the reluctance of the locals to talk of the woman in black – and her terrible purpose. Years later, as an old man, he recounts his experiences to an actor in a desperate attempt to exorcise the ghosts of the past. The play unfolds around the conversations of these two characters as they act out the solicitor’s experiences on Eel Marsh all those years ago. Unanimously acclaimed by the critics and now in its 25th year in the West End, "The Woman in Black" combines the power and intensity of live theater with the cinematic quality of film noir.

The show is written by Stephen Mallatratt and Susan Hill, and is directed by John Correll Jr.

Casting Call: 'Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat'

Plays-in-the-Park will be holding auditions for their 20th annual production of "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat."

Auditions are at 7 p.m. on Oct. 15 at Plays-in-the-Park. Please prepare 16 bars of an uptempo song and bring sheet music. An accompanist will be provided. Also be prepared to dance.

As of now, no principal roles are available.

Performances will be Deccember 26, 27, and 28.

Learn acting on Monday nights in E. Brunswick

Perhaps you are an experienced actor in local theatre. Maybe you took some acting classes or performed in some shows years ago, or it could be that you have never walked unto a stage and have always wondered what it would be like. It doesn't matter what your background. Now you can take an exciting step toward learning more about the art of acting.

For six consecutive Monday nights, beginning at 7 p.m. Oct. 20, Playhouse Acting Academy will offer an adult acting class taught by actor-playwright Jared Kelner and academy Director Gerry Appel.

Each Monday night session will include improvisations, craft exercises as well as scene study or monologue preparation. But, most importantly, this is a safe place to explore your creativity. Kelner and Appel have developed lesson plans from techniques tailored to help actors with any level of experience.

“Jared and I come from two very diverse schools of thought concerning how to train an actor,” says Appel. “I am a Strasberg method actor, and Jared was first trained in the meisner technique. In my youth while awaiting NYC auditions, I witnessed (and sometimes participated) in shouting matches between actors who had dissimilar training. Meisner vs. Method was often an epic battle. But, now, I believe there is no 'wrong way' to develop your acting skills. Even the grandfather of modern acting techniques, Stanislavski said, 'Create your own method.' This class will give you a foundation of history and craft exercises to help you with that process.”

Registration is open to all. No audition is necessary for this class. Space is limited to only 12 actors, to allow individual attention.

Classes will take place at the East Brunswick Cultural Arts Center, 721 Cranbury Road. Tuition is $160 for the six sessions. Each session is two hours, but may go later.

For more information, email Academy Director Gerry Appel at NJActingAcademy@gmail.com.

150 Central Concert:'Hearts on Fire' at Villagers Theatre

This weekend only, Villagers Theatre will host the band 150 Central's concert "Hearts on Fire."

The show begins at 8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 4. Running two hours long, the concert is billed as a multimedia experience with diverse selection of original compositions, plus selections by contemporary Christian musicians like Third Day, Jeremy Camp, Casting Crowns and Big Daddy Weave.

Tickets cost $15 for adults and $10 for seniors and students. Proceeds will benefit the Villagers Theatre operating fund.

150 Central is a contemporary Christian band that began its roots in ministry at the Catholic Community of St. Matthias in Somerset. Originally known as the "150 Praise Band," the name found its origin in Psalm 150, praising God with a variety of musical instruments.

Since its beginnings during the summer of 2009, the band has grown in a number of different directions.