Auditions in Wimberley for The Legends of Robin Hood, September 14, 2013

In February of 2014, the EmilyAnn Theatre & Gardens will be producing The Legends of Robin Hood,written and directed by Heath Thompson, in our Burdine Johnson Studio Theatre.

Auditions will take place September 14th, from 3-5 pm. Please email bridget@emilyann.org to set up an audition time.

The Legends of Robin Hood is filled with many colorful characters. Most actors will be cast in multiple roles, so versatility is a must. Please prepare 2 contrasting monologues.,1 minute each. You may be asked to read sides from the script, so please be ready for some cold reading. Also, this show will be quite physical. Lots of sword fighting and running around the stage is expected.

CYMBELINE by William Shakespeare, EmilyAnn Amphitheatre, Wimberley, September 6 - 28, 2013

[EmilyAnn Theatre and gardens, 1101 FM 2325, Wimberley - click for map]


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Cymbeline

by William Shakespeare

directed by Kevin Gates

One of Shakespeare's last plays, Cymbeline is a loving stroll down memory lane, including many of his best loved plot devices: mistaken identities, disguises, sleeping potions, betrayal, and long-lost relatives. The play also has a strong fairy tale element, with a virtuous maiden fleeing a wicked stepmother into the woods.

Join the EmilyAnn Theatre & Gardens, as we present Cymbeline, directed by Kevin Gates, September 6-28 (Friday and Saturday nights at 8 p,m). Featuring a cast of some of Austin and Wimberley's favorite classical actors.

CAST
Imogen - Angelina Castillo
Posthumus Leonatus - Tyler Haggard
Iachimo - Robert Deike
Pisanio - Heath Thompson
Cymbeline - Chris Casey
Queen - Leanna Holmquist
Cloten - Stephen Cook
Belarius - Andreas Stein
Guiderius - Colin Iliff
Arviragus - Carter Holland
Philario - Jennifer Fielding
Caius Lucius - Kevin Karwoski
Cornelius - Lorin Craft
Two Lords of Cymbeline's court - Becky Musser and Leah Pullin
Helen/Lady - Sara Billeaux 

(Click to go to the AustinLiveTheatre front page)

PETER PAN, an interactive play, EmilyAnn Theatre, Wimberley

[EmilyAnn Theatre and gardens, 1101 FM 2325, Wimberley - click for map]
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An Interactive Children's Play

Directed by Bridget Farias and Written by D. Heath Thompson
Performed in the Burdine Johnson Studio Theatre
 September 7, 8, 10, 14, 15, 21, 22, 26, 28, 29.
Saturdays 10:00 a.m.
Sundays 2:00 p.m.
(on the 10th and 26th the show will be at 10:00 a.m.)

Tickets $10 available on-line

CAST
* Peter Pan - Dillan Windham
* Wendy - Krystal Morton
* Captain Hook - Colton Windham
* Tinkerbell - Leah Pullin
This show runs approximately 30-40 minutes and is suitable for ages 1-99.

(Click to go to the AustinLiveTheatre front page)

Auditions in Wimberley for Actors for Red Riding Hood, adapted by Heath Thompson

Posted on Facebook by Heath Thompson:

Howdy!

I am directing my adaptation of 'Little Red Riding Hood'.

If you are interested in doing paid, interactive children's theatre. Please sign up by emailing me at dhthompson1979@gmail.com

I ask that you prepare a 1 minute monologue. Something fun. Please.

Show dates: April 27,28,30 and May 4,5,9,11,12,18,19 -- Saturdays @10am. Sundays @2pm.
The shows run about 45 minutes. Autographs and pictures with the kids after every show!
(There will also be 2 weekday school shows @10am. Dates TBA.)

If you want to inspire, get paid, and have fun! Sign up now! Must be 12 or older to audition.

Thanks!

-Heath Thompson
http://www.emilyann.org/events.cfm

Upcoming: She Stoops to Conquer by Oliver Goldsmith, City Theatre, July 19 - August 12

City Theatre, Austin

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(image from Scot Friedman via Facebook)

by Oliver Goldsmith

directed by Bridget Farias

July 19 – August 12. Thursday - Saturday 8:00 p.m. Sunday 5:30 p.m.

The City Theatre, 3823 Airport Blvd. Suite D. 78722 – east corner of Airport Blvd. and 38 ½ Street.

For reservations, call 512-524-2870 or e-mail info@citytheatreaustin.org . General seating $15. Front/2nd Row Reserved $25. Thursday all seats $10. Group and student discounts. www.citytheatreaustin.org

Romantic tomfoolery and mistaken identities abound in Oliver Goldsmith’s great classic comedy. When shy-with-the ladies Charles Marlow sets off to the country to meet his blind date, a practical joke convinces him that the manor is a luxury inn. Treating one’s prospective in-laws as hired help is hardly advisable, but when it appears that Charles is quite a charmer, misdemeanors multiply, mayhem ensues and love blossoms. A bawdy romp of chaos, courtship and the dysfunctional family.

With Michelle Cheney, Danielle Sawtelle, Scot Friedman, Heath Thompson, Ben McLemore, Katie Green, Anna Schatte, Kevin Cox, Circe Sturm, Alli Huston, Bethany Harbaugh, Clare Boyd and Nguyen Stanton. .

Upcoming: A Merry Fairy Christmas Carol, Scottish Rite Children's Theatre, November 19 - December 18

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A Merry Fairy Christmas Carol

by D. Heath Thompson

November 19 - December 18

Scottish Rite Theatre

207 W. 18th Street at Lavaca

most Saturdays at 10 a.m., most Sundays at 2 p.m. (see on-line schedule)

Tickets $12 for adults, $10 for children (available on-line)

Favorite characters from past Scottish Rite Children's Theatre shows come together in a creative take on the classic tale! Tiny Tim (a.k.a Pinocchio) learns about a lesson about caring and sharing from the Ghost of Christmas past and Penelope the Party Pooping Fairy, Peter Pan and other surprise guests return to the stage in a hilarious version of A Christmas Carol.

The Tempest, EmilyAnn Theatre, September 9 - October 1

In this hottest Texas summer on record you could be pardoned for suffering a touch of cognitive dissonance when you decide to drive through the beginnings of the Hill Country, 45 minutes southwest of Austin, to attend Shakespeare's last work, set upon a magical island surrounded by the Mediterranean. Wimberley, Texas, is ranch country, and these days the rolling landscape is starkly dry. Even the EmilyAnn's illustration reveals the situation: Laura Ray, portraying magician's daughter Miranda, stands in the low waters of the Blanco River. These days the water is Prospero's refuge and the ocean is the countless miles of sun-toasted ranchland.

The EmilyAnn is a special place, however, something of a magic refuge all to itself. The play begins at dusk, so my wife K. and I had plenty of time to chat with the friendly folk at the ticket window and the concession stand. One strolls through a carefully tended garden on the way to the outdoor amphitheatre. My wife stopped and listened -- one could hear the distinct cheerful trickle of water slipping from pool to pool. With that prelude it became that much easier to enter the agreed meeting place of Prospero's imaginary island.

Click to read more at AustinLiveTheatre.com . . . .

Upcoming: The Tempest by Shakespeare, EmilyAnn Theatre, Wimberley, September 9 - October 1

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The Tempest

by William Shakespeare

"We are such stuff as dreams are made on; and our little life is rounded with a sleep."

directed by Bridget Farias

featuring Kevin Gates as Prospero

at the amphitheatre at the EmilyAnn, 1105 FM 2325, Wimberley (click for map)

Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m.

In Shakespeare's final work, The Tempest, Prospero is exiled to an enchanted island where he harnesses the powers of magic and masters the spirits that dwell there. His desire for revenge drives him to conjure a mighty storm trapping his enemies on the island. Join the EmilyAnn Theatre and experience the magic that is The Tempest on our magical outdoor amphitheatre stage under the stars. Directed by Bridget Farias and featuring Kevin Gates as Prospero.

The Tempest Cast

• • Prospero - Kevin Gates
  • Miranda - Laura Ray
  • Ferdinand - Patrick Byers
  • Alonso - DeWayne Mangan
  • Antonio - Robert Deike
  • Gonzalo - Judd Farris
  • Sebastian - Jason Foreman
  • Caliban - Wesley Riddle
  • Ariel - Molly McKee
  • Stephano - Heath Thompson
  • Trinculo - Austen Cabler
  • Adrian - Colin Iliff
  • Spirits : Jessica Allen, Hanna Haide, Kate Clark, Allison Huston

Upcoming: Peter Pan, Scottish Rite Children's Theatre, July 2 - August 14

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July 2 - August 14

Scottish Rite Children's Theatre, 207 W. 18th at LaVaca (click for map)

Saturdays at 10 a.m., Sundays at 2 p.m.

Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for children ages one through 12, and $4 for infants under one year of age.

For more information and reservations, call (512) 472-5436 or visit www.srct.org.

Peter Pan, Tinkerbell and Wendy fly to Neverland for the Scottish Rite Children's Theatre summer production of Peter Pan. Created for children ages three to ten, the theatre show plays July 2nd through August 14th at the historic downtown Austin theatre. Written by D.H. Thompson and directed by Karen Jambon, this play will encourage children to "follow the second star to the right and straight on till' morning!" in an original, interactive theatre production set in Neverland - where there are no parents, candy is the breakfast of choice, and no one ever grows up. The audience is enlisted to "think happy thoughts" and help Peter defeat Neverland's biggest bully - the crooked Captain Hook.

Since 2004, the Scottish Rite Community and Children's Theatre has provided year-round, quality and affordable family entertainment for children. Since construction in 1869, the building - previously a Masonic Temple - has enjoyed a vibrant history hosting decades of theatrical productions and social events.

Upcoming: Goldilocks and the Three Bears, Scottish Rite Children's Theatre, February 12 - March 19

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Goldilocks and the Three Bears

based on the original fairy tale by Robert Southly

written and directed by D.H. Thompson

February 12 - March 19
Saturdays: 10 a.m., Sundays: 2 p.m.

Weekday School Shows: Wednesday, February 16 AND Thursday March 3 at 10:30 a.m.
Scottish Rite Theatre, 207 West 18th (click for map)
$8 Children (ages 1-12) • $10 Adults • $4 Infant under 1 year
Tickets Online: www.srct.org Tickets by Phone: 512-472-5436
Tickets at Box Office: 207 West 18th Street - Box Office hours: Monday-Friday Noon - 4:30 PM

Goldilocks is a defiant girl who will not help around the house with chores. When she is grounded for lying to her parents, she runs away into the forest. When it begins to rain, she finds a little house and slops inside to keep dry. It turns out it is the home of The Three Bears who are out on a stroll to pick up trash while their porridge cools. Meanwhile, Goldilocks explores the house and samples their breakfast or porridge, and tries out their chairs and beds! She finds Baby Bear’s bed is “just right” and falls asleep. Find out what happens when the bears return home and discover sleepy Goldilocks in their house!

About SRCT Since 2004, Scottish Rite Community and Children's Theatre, Inc. a 501 (C) (3), has been providing year-round, quality, fun and affordable family entertainment, perfect for children ages 3-9. We hope our patrons leave with an appreciation of good theatre, and an enlightened awareness of our building and its contribution to Austin culture. Since construction in 1869, the building has enjoyed a vibrant history hosting decades of theatrical productions and social events.

Sponsored in part by: The City of Austin through the Cultural Arts Division, News 8 Austin and Time Warner Cable.

Upcoming: A Monster Carol by Dwight Markus, Texas State University, December 3 - 5

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Texas State University Department of Theatre and Dance

in association with A Monster Trust presents

A Monster Carol

Written & Directed by Dwight Markus

December 3^rd at 7:00 p.m., December 4^th and 5^th at 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.

Mainstage University Theatre, Texas State Theatre Center, 430 Moon St., San Marcos

Tickets: $5 General Admission, available at the Texas State box office on the day of the show.

For additional information please contact (512) 245-2147.

The Monsters are back! A family comedy for the holidays, ages 4 and up.

Pictured: Top row: Bridget Farias (Veronica the Vampire)

Middle row: D. Heath Thompson (Wolfgang the Werewolf), Audience Member & Dwight Markus (Franklin the Monster)

Bottom row: Molly McKee (Louise, the Museum Curator), Audience Member & Oscar Cabrera (Jake the Ghost)

At Vincent’s House of Wax, home of the scary monsters, a ghostly visitor comes calling on Christmas Eve. Now, Vincent’s is no ordinary museum of wax figures for when the doors are locked, the wax statues come to life. Tonight Jake, the ghost of Jacob Marley comes calling to pull a “Scrooge” on one of the Monsters. Jake has lost the 3 spirits of Christmas and enlists the aid of Veronica the Vampire, Franklin the Monster and Louise, the Curator of the Museum to help him reenact the past of Wolfgang the Werewolf. Jake puts them under a “Mystical Veil” to show him his life. At that point everything goes haywire as Jake’s true intentions are revealed and Wolfgang’s past brings some unexpected revelations. Come find out what funny things happen when you mix Christmas with Halloween and enjoy some good family fun.

Stay after the show for the Monster Picture Party and have your picture taken with our cast onstage. We will send the photos to you via your email address.

Ongoing: The Princess and The Pea, Scottish Rite Children's Theatre, September 11 - October 31

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The Princess and The Pea

through October 31

Saturdays: 10:00 AM andSundays: 2:00 PM

Tickets also available for Wednesday-Thursday, September 15-16, 10:30 AM

$8 Children (ages 1-12) • $10 Adults • $4 Infants under 1 year

Scottish Rite Theatre, 207 West 18th

Buy Tickets Online Now: www.srct.org

TIX by Phone: 512-472-5436

TIX in Person: 207 West 18th Street

Box Office Hours: Monday-Friday Noon-4:30 PM

Based on the classic story by Hans Christian Andersen, this is a new adaptation by Scottish Rite Children's Theatre. Her Highness the Queen insists her son Prince Thomas marry a real princess who above all else, must be Responsible, Smart and Sensitive – never mind if he actually likes her! Yet, the Super-hero loving Prince has plans of his own and with the help of Darla, the Royal Cat, sets things in motion to live happily ever after – his way!

This humorous adaptation written by D. H. Thompson and directed by Andréa Smith highlights the value of honesty and is perfect for ages 3-10. The weekday shows are great for school groups, care centers and home schoolers.

Shakespeare's Husbands & Wives, adapted and directed by Jill K. Swanson, February 24 - March 5

In this diverse fast-food town you can even get tasty Bard bits in a quick drive-by. No carry-outs, other than the program for Shakespeare's Husbands & Wives, but you're assured of comfortable seating and a varied menu at a session only 40 minutes in length. This Wednesday through Friday only, at the Blue Theatre, 916 Springdale Road, for the modest contribution of $10.

Jill K. Swanson has appeared often on Austin stages over the past dozen years, and she is the guiding spirit at Austin Shakespeare's weekly Sunday afternoon Shakespeareklatches, more properly titled "Shakespeare Aloud." For two hours every Sunday, usually from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., the doors are open to anyone who wants to participate in reading and commenting upon whichever of the Bard's works is on the table. Right now they're reading Henry V.

Swanson assembled short scenes from seven of the plays and invited eleven actors to play them. She comments in program notes, "Shakespeare dives right in and explores these issues [of matrimonial relations], weaving all kinds of marriages into his plays, while the plays themselves are often on another subject entirely. . . . Each scene reflects a different dynamic, perhaps one you recognize from your own marriage."

Read more at AustinLiveTheatre.com . . . .

The Elephant Man, EmilyAnn Theatre, Wimberley, January 22 - February 14

Director Bridget Farias and the EmilyAnn Theatre crew in Wimberley are running The Elephant Man Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays for four weekends in January and February, an intrepid undertaking for a community-based arts group in a town with a population of only about 4,000.

More impressive than their raw courage in taking on a tough script and slow-motion tragedy is the fact that they carry it out with grace and depth. The company creates a protected time and space in which we can muse about arbitrary fate, human connection and our responsibility for one another.

Audiences may be familiar with the story, based on historical fact as recorded by Dr. Frederick Treves, the physician who took in the disfigured young Joseph Carey Merrick. Writing many years after the events, Treves recalled his patient as "John Merrick," the name used by Bernard Pomerance for the Tony-nominated play in 1979. David Lynch made the movie in 1980 with Anthony Hopkins as Treves, John Hurt as Merrick, John Gielgud as chief physician Carr Gomm and Ann Bancroft as the actress Madge Kendal.

I haven't seen that version, though, and I encourage you simply to ignore it. Farias has assembled a capable and convincing cast for this quiet morality play, and they make the story their own.

Carl Galante as Treves and Patrick Byers as Merrick establish the key link and relationship in the story. Galante, playing the physician and man of science, is a protector and ultimately a father figure of conflicted emotions. Byers as the patiently suffering, attentive and sweet-tempered Merrick becomes a mirror to his visitors, once they learn to look past his disfigurement.

Read more and view images at AustinLiveTheatre.com . . . .

Upcoming: The Elephant Man, EmilyAnn Theatre, Wimberley, January 22 - February 14

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The EmilyAnn Theatre presents

Elephant Man

by Bernard Pomerance
Directed by Bridget Farias
January 22-February 14
Friday and Saturday nights, Sunday Matinees
Tickets - $15.00 - Click here for purchase tickets online!
1101 FM 2325, Wimberley, Texas 78676 Map

Limited to no more than 35 seats per performance! Buy your tickets now online or by calling the EmilyAnn Theatre at 512-847-6969! Don't miss this wonderful production featuring an amazing cast!

"I am not an elephant! I am not an animal! I am a human being! I am a man!"

A timeless, moving, and utterly astounding play that won a Tony award and every other major achievement for Best Play of 1979, later starring John Hurt, Anthony Hopkins, Anne Bancroft and John Gielgud in the 1980 film version that received eight Oscar nominations. The Elephant Man is the true story of a remarkable man whose body, though hideously deformed, contains a remarkably sensitive, funny and intelligent being. 'Discovered' by a brilliant young doctor, Frederick Treves, John Merrick becomes the toast of society, patronized by lords, ladies, clergymen and celebrities who admired his gentleness, intelligence and deep faith. But Treves' and Merrick's belief that Merrick can become a man like any other is a dream never to be realized. Stunningly theatrical, this modern classic, laced with humor and pathos, explores the nature of courage, heroism, morality, and inner beauty.

The Elephant Man Cast

* Frederick Treves- Carl Galante
* John Merrick- Patrick Byers
* Carr Gomm- Ed Boyle
* Mrs. Kendal- Dana Naughton
* Ross- Heath Thompson
* Bishop How- Alex Deleon
* First Pin/ Lady Ellen- Laura Ray
* Second Pin/ Duchess/ London Policeman- Jessica Sharpe
* Third Pin/ Princess Alexandra/ Nurse Sandwich- Ariana Kahn
* Belgian Policeman/ Lord John- Derek Vandi
* Man/Snork- Matt Ludwig
* Conductor/ Porter- Cyrus Mallison

Upcoming: A Christmas Carol for children, Scottish Rite Children's Theatre, November 28 - December 20

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With a few twists on Charles Dickens' classic tale, Scottish Rite Children's Theatre presents A Christmas Carol. Written for young audiences with original music and songs by Michael McKelvey, the interactive play teaches the values of kindness and sharing.

On Christmas Eve, Scrooge sits alone counting his cash and is visited by friendlier, funnier versions of the ghosts of Christmas Present, Past and Future. The ghosts show Scrooge the errors of his crotchety ways and help him make an overnight transformation from grouchy to grateful! A perfect holiday treat for children ages 2 - adult.

Family Friday Celebrate the end of the week and bring the family to our Friday evening showing of A Christmas Carol, December 11 at 7p.m.

Special Final Performance of A Christmas Carol:
A Christmas Carol Countdown to Noon! December 20 at 11 a.m.
Children will celebrate an early New Year's Eve with party favors and treats immediately following the performance. Tickets to this special show: $15 Adults, $12 Children (1-12), $5 infants under 1.

Upcoming: He-Man, Live!, City Theatre, November 13-14 (only!)

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A Special Late-Night Production:

He-Man, Live!
November 5-6 and 13-14, 10:45
(separate admission after City Theatre's Hamlet)

The idea for HE-MAN Live! came from the minds of Dario Konjicija and D. Heath Thompson as the two were sitting and reminiscing on their favorite Saturday morning cartoons.

Both fondly remembered eating cereal and sitting in their pajamas watching “The Most Powerful Man in the Universe” defeat his nemesis, Skeletor, a purple man with a skeleton head, all while defending the secrets of the powers of Castle Grayskull.

He-Man Live! takes…and takes liberties with…two of the ten best episodes from the classic Filmation cartoon He-Man and the Masters of The Universe as voted on by He-Man fans.

The original cartoon ran from 1983-1985 and then in syndicated reruns until 1990. It was based on The Masters of the Universe toy collection line introduced by Mattel. The cartoon spawned a spinoff She-Ra: Princess of Power and was also re-packaged in a failed run as The New Adventures of He-Man in 1990.

Many thanks to all who help put He-Man Live! together and we hope your our audience will enjoy watching it as much as we enjoyed putting it on.

Cast:

He-Man (Prince Adam)…………...Judd Farris
Skeletor……………………………Dario Konjicija
Man-At-Arms……………………..D. Heath Thompson
Beast Man…………………………Michael Ferestenfeld
Teela………………………………Kylie Baker
Tri-Klops………………………….Derek Vandi
The Sorceress……………………..Laura Ray
Evil-Lyn…………………………..Bridget Farris
Battle Cat (Cringer)………………David Baugh
Mer-Man………………………….Matt Sigers
King Randor………………………Daniel Sawtelle
Trap-Jaw…………………………..Aaron Alexander
General Tataran…………………...Michael Ferstenfeld
Queen Marlena……………………Daniel Sawtelle
Villagers/Goblins…………………Laura Ray, Derek Vandi,
Matt Sigers, David Baugh,
Bridget Farris
And…(groan)
Orko………………………………Bobby DiPasquale


*The show runs roughly 1 hour with a short 5-10 minute intermission.

About the He-Man Characters:

Defenders of Castle Grayskull and the planet Eternia:

King Randor: Ruler of Eternia and father of Prince Adam.

Queen Marlena: Queen of Eternia and mother of Prince Adam. She is originally from Earth, and was one of the first female astronauts. She came to Eternia when she her spaceship malfunctioned and crashed. She was rescued by, and later married King Randor.

Prince Adam: Prince of Eternia, son of King Randor and Queen Marlena who rule the planet of Eternia. In order to hide his identity of He-Man, Adam acts lazy and incapable of doing even menial tasks.

He-Man: The most powerful man in the universe. He is the alter ego of Prince Adam and also the twin brother of She-Ra. He-Man and his friends defend Eternia and the secrets of Castle Grayskull.

Cringer: Overly frightened tiger pet of Prince Adam. Transforms into Battle Cat in the same manner that Prince Adam becomes He-Man

Battle Cat: Alter ego of Cringer. He-Man's faithful feline companion, a fighting armored tiger, who carries him into battle.

Man-At-Arms: Designer and builder of weapons and other technology for the royal family including ray guns that he wears on his arms.Real name: Duncan who received the nickname Man-At-Arms because he is Duncan knows Prince Adam's secret identity, and acts as mentor and teacher to the young prince. He is the adopted father of Teela.

Teela: Captain of the Royal Guard. Often assists He-Man in battle. She is the daughter of the Sorceress, though she doesn’t know it; Man-At-Arms has raised her from infancy at the Sorceress' behest. One of her duties is to teach combat skills to Prince Adam. She frequently berates him for his careless and worry-free attitude, but is fond of him nonetheless.

The Sorceress: Mystic guardian of Castle Grayskull who granted Prince Adam the power to become He-Man. The Sorceress cannot leave the castle for very long, or she will revert to her falcon form, Zoar. She is also the mother of Teela. She has the ability to communicate telepathically.

Orko: A magician from the parallel dimensional world of Trolla. His spells often backfire with humorous results. Normally travels by floating instead of walking. His face is concealed by a floppy hat and heavy scarf. According to legend, members of his people only show their visage to their one true love.

The Evil Forces of Skeletor:

Skeletor: An evil demon with a skeleton face. He was formally known as Keldor, half brother of King Randor. He-Man’s main nemesis bent on ruling Eternia.

Beast Man: A ferocious man-beast humanoid and right-hand man of Skeletor who can summon wild creatures of Eternia to aid Skeletor's schemes.

Tri-Klops: A 3-eyed hunter and swordsman who can see in any direction. His eyes, which are on a band around his head, have different abilities; such as the power to see through solid objects or shoot laser beams.

Evil-Lyn: A powerful witch. Considered to be more cunning than Skeletor, and merely in his ranks while it suits her own ends.

Mer-Man: A fish-man who controls sea life.

Trap-Jaw: A weapons expert and cyborg with a metal jaw, which can bite through anything. His right arm is actually interchangeable with different weapons of his choosing.

General Tataran: Leader of the Goblin Warriors who wish to assist Skeletor it conquering Eternia. Aside from being creative and strong, Tataran, like all Goblins has no heart…literally.

Special Thanks and Shout Outs:

Andy Berkovsky, Kate Crowley, Walter Pohlmeyer and The City Theatre,

Albert Im, and Last Gas Comedy (lastgascomedy.com)
And most importantly:

Each and every one who comes out to support us

Julius Caesar, EmilyAnn Theatre, Wimberley, October 2 - 24

The conspirators of the Ides of March are at work deep in the hills south of Austin, Texas.

Wimberley is a township with a population of fewer than 4000 persons, but its EmilyAnn Theatre is currently staging a muscular, articulate Julius Caesar that is well worth the winding 45-minute drive through ranch country.

Known principally for summer musicals and the long running annual "Shakespeare Under The Stars" for young people, the park and outdoor amphitheatre of the EmilyAnn have served as a community gathering point for past eleven years. Newly appointed theatre operations manager Bridget Farias, who directed The Comedy of Errors and The Winter's Tale in previous seasons, has expanded the program by recruiting experienced Shakespearians from Austin for the four-weekend run.

Outdoors in October? That seemed entirely plausible during this past summer's drought and record-breaking heat, but rains and relatively cooler weather have moved in since mid-September. Texans aren't used to chill, and many in the audience this past Saturday were wrapped in blankets as the evening temperature sank into the low 60's. But no one was leaving.

Read more at AustinLiveTheatre.com . . . .

Tartuffe, City Theatre, July 23 - August 16

Molière was appalled and distressed when he learned that although Louis XIV had enjoyed the court performance of Tartuffe on May 12, 1664 the "Sun King" had listened to pious advisers and had forbidden any further presentations of the play.

This great comic tale of religious hypocrisy was in trouble from the start. The dramatist had produced a farce in elegant verse featuring a "holy man" intent on seduction, theft and exploitation, an adroit manipulator of religious concepts and of religious language. The court advisers were probably scandalized at the playwright's witty undermining of religiosity and some of them may have felt directly targeted.

Molière's eloquent protests went unheeded and the revised version he presented publicly three years later was immediately shut down. Not until 1669, after a delay of five years, was Tartuffe performed, apparently with the King's permission. It became the most successful and most profitable of Molière's plays.

Charles P. Stites serves as something of a Molière for the City Theatre's production of Tartuffe. He drafted this text, directed it and stars as Tartuffe.

And what better setting for religious hypocrisy (via tele-evangelism) than modern Central Texas?

Click to read more at AustinLiveTheatre.com . . . .

Upcoming: Tartuffe, City Theatre, July 23 - August 16

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PDATE: Sean Fuentes interviews director Charles P. Stites at Austin Theatre Review.com

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Hypocrisy. Seduction. Greed. Betrayal.

The best of Moliere’s comedy with

Tartuffe

at City Theatre this summer July 23 – August 16


If it's hypocrisy, greed, and seduction you’re looking for this summer, look no further than Molière’s most famous farce, Tartuffe.

Under the cloak of religious piety, the lecherous, menacing, arch-hypocrite title character schemes to marry his benefactor’s daughter, seduce his wife, then defraud him of all he possesses. Does the scoundrel succeed? Take your seat and find out in this new and exciting adaptation of one of the world’s greatest comedies.

The production runs July 23 – August 16 at The City Theatre. It is directed by Charles P. Stites and features City Theatre company members Wray Crawford, Fiona Rene, D. Heath Thompson, and MacArthur Moore.

Molière’s masterpiece was written over three hundred years ago, but the classic has found a fresh reinvention at City Theatre with a modern staging that is even more immediate, identifiable, and hilarious. Rather than a classic that can be translated to a modern setting, Molière's play seems more of a contemporary play that just happens to have been written a few centuries ago.

Tartuffe and Texas were made for each other.

Read more at AustinLiveTheatre.com . . . .