Auditions in San Antonio for The Wedding Singer, musical, Cameo Theatre, January 25, 2014

Auditions for The Wedding Singer, musical, January 25, 2014

Director: Jonathan Pennington Choreographer: Danielle Martinez Musical Director: Tom Masinter

OPEN CALL, Saturday, January 25, 2014 from 10:00 a - 1 pm, with a 9:45 am sign in. Callbacks by invitation only

THE WEDDING SINGER -- it’s 1985 and rock-star wannabe Robbie Hart is New Jersey’s favorite wedding singer. He’s the life of the party, until his own fiancee leaves him at the altar. Shot through the heart, Robbie makes every wedding as disastrous as his own. Then when he meets Julia, an admiring young waitress, Robbie falls madly in love. Only trouble is Julia is about to be married to a Wall Street shark, and unless Robbie can pull off the performance of a decade, the girl of his dreams will be gone forever. With a score that pays loving homage to the pop songs of the 1980s, The Wedding Singer takes us back to a time when hair was big, greed was good, collars were up, and a wedding singer might just be the coolest guy in the room.

Big ensemble with a lot of great small parts all ages and all types needed. Ages 18 and Up are invited to audition for this show. All auditioners will be considered for all parts. Dancers and non-Dancers are needed. Strong Male Singer/Actor and Guitarist for the Role of Robbie.

Cameo Theatre, 1123 E. Commerce St., San Antonio, TX 78205 (click for map )

PRODUCTION DATES: March 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 21, 22, 23, 28, 29 and 30; April 4, 5, and 6. Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. Sundays 4 pm

Rehearsals begin on Monday February 3rd from 7—10:30pm. Rehearsals will be on Mondays — Thursdays; and Saturdays as needed.

Prepare: Vocals-Prepare a song of your choice in the style of the character desired or a selection from The Wedding Singer: The Musical. Piano accompaniment only or sing an uptempo or ballad, 32 bars in length and stay within the genre of the show. Music in a Rock/Pop genre from the 1980s (recorded music for this selection will be accepted for this selection only). Absolutely no vocals on the track. Please come familiar with the music from the show as you may be asked to sing on the spot. An accompanist will be provided. Dance: Standard, 1980′s Dance Style. Training in jazz dance is encouraged. A combination will be taught to you, no need to prepare a piece.

Please bring a current headshot and performance resume, along with any conflicts, vacations etc. You must be able to make all performances to be cast.

If you play an instrument (guitar or bass piano will be provided for the show), please bring it to the audition and show us your skills. If you can break dance or have other strong 80s dance ability let us know! If you want to try out for one of the impersonators, be ready to show us your best imitation!

Any inquiries or concerns email the jonathan@jpstudios.org

Special Notes: Lead Male MUST play Guitar. Some roles require minimal to no dancing, while others are very dance heavy. There are 6-10 roles for well trained dancers.

Click to view character descriptions and vocal ranges at CTXLT.com

Auditions in San Antonio for male lead in Suds, musical at Cameo Theatre, by appointment

Join us for the auditions for the Texas Premiere of SUDS: The Rocking 60’s Musical Soap Opera

a Jonathan Pennington studios production at the Cameo Theatre

Directed by Jovi Gonzales, Jonathan Pennington, Musical Direction by Tom Masinter

Only one role to be cast: Male Lead who has multiple roles:

• Mr. Postman: A bouncy, energetic, slightly mysterious postman.
• Washer Repairman: A big lug. Probably wears work coverall & tool belt, carries toolbox etc.
• Mrs. Halo: A sweet middle-aged lady with a midwestern accent (she's from Minnesota). She can be dressed in bathrobe, slippers and curlers.
• Mr. Right: A dashing, debonair, good-natured man. A cross between Ward Cleaver and a matinee idol. Right out of a Sears Catalogue or an arrow ad come to life. Although very strong and confident, he should not be lecherous or leering; he's very polite to women and very charming.
• Milt Dudman: A nerd. Loud, obnoxious, inappropriate and unappealing.
• Johnny Angel: Earnest young man. Tries to be cool but is really just a regular guy.

Sings sweet solo up to G (can be falsetto). Must belt strong F. Falsetto backups to B flat. Bass to A below middle C. In "Mr. Postman" should be comfortable with a strong pop sound to G flat.

Auditions by appointment only call 210 212-5454 to schedule or email:cameocentersa@aol.com. Audition Location: 1123 E Commerce St, San Antonio, TX 78205. Please submit a headshot and resume. Please prepare a one-minute musical selection of your choice. Please choose something appropriate for the show.On the day of your audition please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to your scheduled audition appointment. Bring a resume, headshot, and either sheet music or a CD of your musical selection. No a cappella singing please.

Performance Dates: Rehearsals will be Jan 5-31; shows are Feb 1- Mar 2, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm and Sundays at 4pm. at the Cameo Theatre 1123 E Commerce St, San Antonio, TX 78205 (click for map)

SUDS (Book by Steve Gunderson, Melinda Gilb, and Bryan Scott; Musical Arrangement by Steve Gunderson) takes you back to the early 1960s to tell the story of Cindy, a lovelorn young woman who works in a laundromat, and the guardian angels that teach her how to find true love and survive in this wash, rinse, and spit-em-out world. SUDS is loaded with good clean fun, bubbling energy, and over 40 songs that topped the charts, including "Mr. Postman," “Where the Boys Are,” “These Boots Are Made for Walkin’,” “Respect,” and “Do You Want to Know a Secret.”

If you have any questions please email:cameocentersa@aol.com

Auditions in San Antonio for The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas, Cameo Theatre, October 6, 2013

Auditions for THE BEST LITTLE WHOREHOUSE in TEXAS

Jonathan Pennington Studios -- SUNDAY, OCTOBER 6 from 7:00pm - 9:30pm (ONE DAY ONLY OR BY SPECIAL APPOINTMENT)

Production Dates: Performances will begin on November 9, 2013 and run through December 8, 2013.

JP Studios will hold open auditions for performances of Larry L. King and Peter Masterson's The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas on SUNDAY, OCTOBER 6 from 7:00pm - 9:30pm at the Cameo Theatre, 1123 E. Commerce St., San Antonio, Texas, 78205 (click for map)

Music and Lyrics are by Carol Hall. Director will be Jonathan Pennington.

No appointment necessary, but email is encouraged. Put 'Best Little Whorehouse' in subject line if you email and send to JP Studios Productions at jonathan@jpstudios.org. Late arrivals will be seen at the discretion of the director.

Prepare 16 -24 bars of an upbeat pop song or country ballad of your choice. it is okay to perform a song from the show; bring a track on media device or CD. Wear comfortable clothing for a movement portion of the audition and readings from the script will occur. For further information, contact JP Studios Productions at jonathan@jpstudios.org.

The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas is based on a story by King that was inspired by the real-life Chicken Ranch in La Grange, Texas. In this telling, it is the late 1970s, and the infamous brothel has been operating outside of fictional Gilbert, Texas for more than a century. It is under the proprietorship of Miss Mona Stangley, having been left to her by the original owner. While taking care of her girls, she is also on good terms with the local sheriff, Ed Earl Dodd. When crusading television reporter, Melvin P. Thorpe (based on real-life Houston news personality Marvin Zindler), decides to make the illegal activity a political and moral issue, loosened morals, belts and politicians abound.

Songs include: 20 Fans, Lil Ole Bitty Pissant Country Place, 24 Hours of Lovin', The Aggie Song, The Sidestep and Hard Candy Christmas. The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas opened on Broadway at the 46th Street Theatre on June 19, 1978 and ran for 1,584 performances. The production was directed by Peter Masterson and Tommy Tune and choreographed by Tune and Thommie Walsh. The opening cast included Carlin Glynn, Henderson Forsythe, Jay Garner, Joan Ellis, Delores Hall and Pamela Blair. Glynn and Forsythe won Tonys for their performances. A touring revival starred Ann-Margret and the film adaptation starred Dolly Parton, Burt Reynolds and Jim Nabors.

Click for a list of characters at AustinLiveTheatre.com

Auditions in San Antonio for Jekyll & Hyde, the Musical, Cameo Theatre, August 4 & 5, 2013

Cameo Theatre, 1123 E. Commerce St. just east of I-37, San Antonio, 78205 - click for map

Jekyll and Hyde the musical auditions, August 4 and 5 at 7 p.m.

(*) Upcoming: Cats by Andrew Lloyd Webber, Cameo Theatre, San Antonio, December 8 - 31

presents

Andrew Lloyd Webber's

CATS

(Mainstage)
Cameo Theatre with Pennington Studios
Playwright(s): Based on the universally popular poetry of T.S. Eliot; Composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber * Produced and Directed by Jonathan Pennington * Co-Directed by Jovi Lee Gonzales
Jonathan Pennington Studios Presents: Andrew Lloyd Webber's CATS
"Experience the Magic and Memories of Andrew Lloyd Webber's classic the Holiday Season."
Based on the universally popular poetry of T.S. Eliot, CATS tells the story, in song and dance, of the annual gathering of Jellicle cats at which time one special cat is selected to ascend to the Heaviside layer. A true musical theatre phenomenon, CATS opened at London's New London Theatre on May 11, 1981 and ran for a record-setting 21 years. CATS's London success was nearly matched on Broadway where it ran at the Wintergarden Theatre for just over 18 years.
At the Cameo Theatre 1123 East Commerce St San Antonio, Tx 78205

Location: 1123 East Commerce St., San Antonio, Texas, 78205
Times: DECEMBER 8 - DECEMBER 31, 2012
Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm * Sundays at 3:30pm
**SPECIAL Performance** Thursday Dec 27, 2012 at 8pm
**SPECIAL Performance** New Years Eve Dec 31, 2012 at 8pm - With New Years Eve Celebration following the show and ROOF TOP FIRE WORKS!
Tickets: *** TICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE *** Adults $33 * Seniors $25 * Students 13 and older/Military $20 * Students 12 and under $15

For More Information: FOR TICKETS GO TO: www.cameocenter.com OR Call 210.212.5454
For more information go to: www.jonathanpenningtonstudios.com
Additional Website for the Show: jonathanpenningtonstudios.com
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Upcoming: (*) The Buddy Holly Story, Cameo Theatre, San Antonio, November 3 - December 1`

Jonathan Pennington Studios Presents: 

 
" The World's Most Successful Rock and Roll Musical "

Written by Alan Janes Produced and Directed by Jonathan Pennington Co-Directed by Jovi Lee Gonzales

NOVEMBER 3 - DECEMBER 1, 2012 Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm Sundays at 3:30pm At the Cameo Theatre 1123 East Commerce St San Antonio, Tx 78205


On February 3rd, 1959, the man who changed the face of popular music tragically died in a plane crash aged 22. Now, Buddy – The Buddy Holly Story tells the story of the three years in which he became the world’s top recording artist with a show that features over 20 of Buddy Holly’s greatest hits including “Peggy Sue”, “That’ll Be The Day”, “Oh Boy”, “Not Fade Away”, “Everyday”, “Rave On”, “Maybe Baby”, “Raining In My Heart”, Ritchie Valens’ “La Bamba”, and the Big Bopper’s “Chantilly Lace”. Over 20 million people have come to see Buddy all across the globe where the magical talents of Charles Hardin ‘Buddy’ Holly have been shared live with many more people than the real Buddy Holly ever had the chance to perform to. The incredible legacy of the young man with glasses, whose musical career spanned an all-too-brief period during the golden days of rock ‘n’ roll, continues to live on in Buddy.


Tickets: at www.cameocenter.com or Call 210.212.5454 Adults $33 Seniors $25 Students/Military $20
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For Tickets go to: www.cameocenter.com OR Call 210.212.5454

For Additional information go to: www.jonathanpenningtonstudios.com
Additional Website for the Show: cameocenter.com

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Upcoming: (*) The Marvelous Wonderettes, Cameo Theatre, San Antonio, September 29 - October 28

 

the Smash Off-Broadway Hit Musical
by Roger Bean
A Jonathan Pennington Studios Production
Sep 29, 2012 - Sunday Oct 28, 2012
Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 p.m., Sundays at 3:30 p.m.
Tickets Adults $33, Seniors/SATCO members $25,Students/Military $20, Child 12 and under $15

call (210) 212-5454 ; Group rates are available by calling (210) 325 8702 




The Marvelous Wonderettes takes you to the 1958 Springfield High School prom where we meet the Wonderettes, four girls with hopes and dreams as big as their crinoline skirts! As we learn about their lives and loves, we are treated to the girls performing such classic ‘50s and ‘60s songs as “Lollipop,” “Dream Lover,” “Stupid Cupid,” “Lipstick on Your Collar,” “Hold Me, Thrill Me, Kiss Me,” “It’s My Party,” and over 20 other classic hits! You’ve never had this much fun at a prom and you will never forget The Marvelous Wonderettes—a must-take musical trip down memory lane.
 
Cast
Jovi Gonzales , Kat Connor, Jazmin Chacon, Katherine Segapeli
a Jonathan Pennington Studios Production
Directed by Jovi Gonzales and Jonathan Pennington
Choreography by Danielle Martinez
Musical Direction by Natalia Skovorodina

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Upcoming: Hairspray, the musical, J. Pennington Productions at the Cameo Theatre, San Antonio, July 21 - August 12

and Jonathan Pennington Productions

present

Hairspray, the musical

Book by Mark O'Donnell and Thomas Meehan; Music by Marc Shaiman; Lyrics by Scott Wittman and Marc Shaiman

July 21, 2012 - August 12

Fridays & Saturdays at 8pm, Sundays at 3:30pm Thursday August 9, 2012 at 8pm

Cameo Theatre, 1123 East Commerce St., San Antonio, Texas, 78205

Tickets: $33 Adult; $25 Senior; $20 Student/Military

For More Information: Call 210.212.5454 - Additional Website for the Show:cameocenter.com

It's 1962 in Baltimore...there’s a change in the air, the 50’s are out and the 60’s are in. HAIRSPRAY, winner of 8 Tony Awards including Best Musical, is a family-friendly musical comedy written by the award-winning composer/lyricist Marc Shaiman and lyricist Scott Wittman, noted playwright Mark O’Donnell and Thomas Meehan. This high energy cast will fill your heart with laughter, romance, and deliriously tuneful songs! The Loveable plus-size heroine, Tracy Turnblad, has only one desire -- to dance on the popular Corny Collins Show. Suddenly her dreams transform into reality and Tracy goes from a social outcast to a teen superstar overnight. She must use her new found power to dethrone the reigning teen queen Amber, win the affections of heartthrob Link Larkin, and integrate a TV network, all without denting her 'do!

**Based on the New Line Cinema film written and directed by John Waters

Crew and Cast: 

Jonathan Pennington Studios Presents HAIRSPRAY

PRODUCER/DIRECTOR/Jonathan Pennington; CO-DIRECTOR/Jovi Lee Gonzales; CHOREOGRAPHER/Danielle Martinez; MUSIC DIRECTOR/Natalia Skovorodina; ASST MUSIC DIRECTOR/Frank Grisby

TRACY TURNBLAD/Krystal Newcomer; EDNA TURNBLAD/James Estes; WILBUR TURNBLAD/Gary Sartor; LINK LARKIN/Diego Longoria; MOTORMOUTH MAYBELLE/Michelle Burnett; SEAWEED J. STUBBS/Myke McAnderson; LITTLE INEZ/Taylor McCaslin; CORNY COLLINS/Sean Salazar; AMBER VON TUSSLE/Amanda Pilow; PENNY PINGLETON/Jovi Lee Gonzales; VELMA VON TUSSLE/Rebecca Gates; MR. PINKY/Jesse Alvarado; PRUDY PINGLETON/Katherine Segapeli

Upcoming: Peter Pan, the musical, by Jonathan Pennington, Palace Theatre, Seguin, May 19 and 20

Jonathan Pennington Studios

presents

 

PETER PAN

The Musical  

WRITTEN BY: Jonathan Pennington LYRICS BY: Jonathan Pennington MUSIC BY: Trece ViVenzio

at the Palace Theatre, 314 S. Austin Street, Seguin (click for map)

$12 (General Admission)

For tickets call our box office @ 210.363.5994

Saturday, May 19 at 3:00pm and 7:00pm

Sunday, May 20 at 3:00pm and 7:00pm

Revisit enchanted Neverland, based on J.M. Barrie's timeless tale. Join Wendy, John and Michael Darling as they follow Peter Pan, the boy who never grows up, to a world where fairies live and children can fly. But beware -- danger abounds in this magical land of mermaids, Indians, and fairy dust. Captain Hook and his pirate crew want all children to walk the plank, especially Peter Pan. There is always an adventure to be had in Neverland. So come along with the Darling children as they soar into the night sky !

Cast:

Wyatt Bettersworth-PETER,CROOKSOME; Garrett Bettersworth-JOHN,SMEE; Dillon Bettersworth-PIRATE,INDIAN; Jazmin Chacon NANA,MERMAID,CURLY,INDIAN; Aiden Castillo-MICHAEL,PIRATE; Zoey Doan-NANA,CURLY,INDIAN; Kylie Drost-TWIN 1,MERMAID,INDIAN; Avery Douglas-WENDY; Delaney Douglas-LOST BOY,INDIAN; Alyssa Doyle-LOST BOY,TOODLES,INDIAN; Bella Gonzales-NIBS,INDIAN; Kristin Kesinger-TINK, MERMAID,INDIAN; Kylie Koepp-TINK,INDIAN; Aleks Lally-PIRATE,INDIAN; Claire McGinlay-SLIGHTLY,INDIAN,JANE; Dylan McGinlay-MICHAEL,PIRATE; Cassidy Mills-TWIN 2,INDIAN; Shaelyn Marks-TIGER LILLY,INDIAN; Anna Martinez-MRS. DARLING,CHIEF,CROC,INDIAN; Ale Rosas-TIGER LILLY,INDIAN; George Rosas-PETER,CROOKSOME; Rodrigo Rosas-JOHN,DUFFER; Andrea Salazar-WENDY; Alex Vincent-SMEE,DUFFER; Cy Valdez-Bell-MR.DARLING,HOOK

Location: THE PALACE THEATRE 314 S. Austin St, Seguin, Tx
Times: Saturday: 3:00pm (Younger Cast) 7:00pm (Older Cast) Sunday: 3:00pm (Older Cast) 7:00pm (Younger Cast)
Tickets: ALL tickets are $12(General Admission)at the box-office window.

 

For More Information:

www.jonathanpenningtonstudios.com 210.363.5994

Upcoming: The Wiz, musical by Renaissance Guild, Jo Long Theatre at Little Carver Civic Center, San Antonio, July 8 - 24

Found on-line:

presents

(Adapted from The Wonderful Wizard of Oz by L. Frank Baum)
Book by William F. Brown, Music and lyrics by Charlie Smalls
Directed by Jonathan Pennington

Very many know the story of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, but in this new musical version it’s a fantasy for today – mysterious, opulent and fanciful – a dream conjured up by a space-age child with Dorothy’s adventures in the Land of Oz set to music in a dazzling, lively mixture of rock, gospel and soul.

While similar in plot to “The Wizard of Oz”, The Wiz (usually) uses an all-black cast to transform the show into a more fun, funky modern version. Dorothy, the little girl from Kansas is blown by a tornado into Munchkinland in the Land Of Oz. While there she meets the Scarecrow, the Tinman & the Cowardly Lion on the Yellow Brick Road. She defeats the evil witch and goes to see the powerful Wizard who turns out to be a phoney. However, he is able to convince Dorothy that she can do anything she wants if she just believes in herself. Dorothy also realizes the importance of home and her family.

“Radiates so much energy you can hardly sit in your seat … Great fun.” New York Post “A carnival of fun … Wickedly amusing.” Time Magazine “One of the most cyclonic blasts to hit Broadway in a long time.” Newsweek “A virtual musical circus … Driving rhythms, soaring songs … Boisterous, exuberant.” WABC

Get your tickets now! They are going fast! Tickets are $16 - $21

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Auditions for The Wiz, Renaissance Guild, San Antonio, April 7, 14, 21

Received directly:

(San Antonio) announces auditions for

Thursday April 7, 2011 from 6 pm to 8:30 pm
Thursday April 14, 2011 from 6 pm to 8:30 pm
Tuesday April 21, 2011 from 6 pm to 8:30 pm

54 parts, 11 principals, 7 supporting roles, 8 pit singers, 18 sing/ dance chorus, 10 little people & children (Casting professional/focused actors/singer/dancers) (NOTE: ALL LEAD ROLES WILL HAVE UNDERSTUDIES.)

Auditions will be held at the Carver Community Cultural Center (226 N. Hackberry) San Antonio TX, 78202 (click for map)

Very many know the story of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, but in this new musical version it's a fantasy for today - mysterious, opulent and fanciful - a dream conjured up by a space-age child with Dorothy's adventures in the Land of Oz set to music in a dazzling, lively mixture of rock, gospel and soul.

The Renaissance Guild and Pennington Productions will hold open calls for the 2011 non-Equity performances of The Wiz. Directed by Jonathan Pennington, Assistant Director Jovi Lee Gonzales; Choreography by Danielle Martinez, Ashlee Pryor, Tiffany McCall; Musical Direction by Hector Serna and Ben Carlee; Casting by Jonathan Pennington, Kurt Wehner, Hector Serna, Ben Carlee, Twyla Lamont, Cyndi Lucas, Danielle King, Paul Riddle, Jr.

Rehearsals begin May 2, 2011; show opens at Carver Community Cultural Center July 8 and runs until July 24. The Wiz will have a second run at Woodlawn Theatre September 2, 2011 and is until September 18, 2011.

· "Radiates so much energy you can hardly sit in your seat ... Great fun." New York Post
· "A carnival of fun ... Wickedly amusing." Time Magazine
· "One of the most cyclonic blasts to hit Broadway in a long time." Newsweek
· "A virtual musical circus ... Driving rhythms, soaring songs ... Boisterous, exuberant." WABC

While similar in plot to "The Wizard of Oz", The Wiz usually uses an all-black cast to transform the show into a more fun, funky modern version. Dorothy, the little girl from Kansas is blown by a tornado into Munchkinland in the Land Of Oz. While there she meets the Scarecrow, the Tinman & the Cowardly Lion on the Yellow Brick Road. She defeats the evil witch and goes to see the powerful Wizard who turns out to be a phoney. However, he is able to convince Dorothy that she can do anything she wants if she just believes in herself. Dorothy also realizes the importance of home and her family.

Auditionees with a specific role preference should prepare the song specified in the character breakdown. If you do not have a role preference; that is, you would be equally content with any role in the show, please prepare 32 bars of a legitimate musical theatre song that best demonstrates your vocal abilities and range. If this is the case, please bring an accompaniment track, as no accompanist will be provided. Please dress to character as you see fit, but be prepared to dance. No monologue is necessary for this audition. Bring your headshot and resume (stapled together) to your audition.

All auditionees must email penningtonproductions@live.com to schedule an audition time. Email contact is Carol Wade. Please provide role preference in the body of the email.

All requests for audition time or information must be sent by email.

Click for a list of roles and additional information at AustinLiveTheatre.com