(*) 2013 Cast Photos by Ron Abrams: Black Nativity by Langston Hughes, Renaissance Guild, Little Carver Center, San Antonio, December 13 - 15, 2013

Photos by Ron Abrams for the Renaissance Guild's annual production of

The Black Nativity

by Langston Hughes

December 13 - 15, 2013

Jo Long Theatre, Little Carver Center, 226 N. Hackberry St. - click for map 

Joseph and Mary (photo: Ron Abrams)

(www.therenaissanceguild.org)

The Dancers: Jillian Jones, Anthony Hall, Lady Paula Mata, Diane Hannah, Lorenzo Hall, Amiera Mata and Rebekah Williams  (photo: Ron Arams)

Click to view additional cast photos for The Black Nativity at AustinLiveTheatre.com....

(*) Upcoming: THE BLACK NATIVITY by Langston Hughes, Renaissance Guild, San Antonio, December 13 - 15, 2013

(*) Upcoming: THE BLACK NATIVITY by Langston Hughes, Renaissance Guild, San Antonio, December 14 - 16

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Additional Call in San Antonio for Male Actors for A Raisin in the Sun and Black Nativity, Renaissance Guild, November 20

 

Extra audition announced! Males needed for A Raisin in The Sun and Black Nativity !!

Audition Date: Tuesday, November 20, 6.30 pm at Rose of Sharon Ministries, 2030 Bible St, SAT, 78220. Please arrive 15 minutes early to sign in. Actors are asked to prepare a one-minute audition piece and a one minute cutting from the play.

Set on Chicago's South Side, A Raisin in the Sun by Lorraine Hansberry revolves around the divergent dreams and conflicts within three generations of the Younger family: son Walter Lee, his wife Ruth, his sister Beneatha, his son Travis and matriarch Lena. When her deceased husband's insurance money comes through, Mama Lena dreams of moving to a new home and a better neighborhood in Chicago.

Walter Lee, a chauffeur, has other plans, however: buying a liquor store & being his own man. Beneatha dreams of medical school. The tensions and prejudice they face form this seminal American drama. Sacrifice, trust and love among the Younger family and their heroic struggle to retain dignity in a harsh and changing world is a searing and timeless document of hope & inspiration.

All positions are volunteer - non-Equity. Six Performances: February 15-24, 2013 ~ Friday & Saturday 8pm: Sunday: 4pm
Rehearsal dates: Dec 1, 2012 - Feb 14, 2013. Rehearsal days & times: To be determined based on cast schedules. Rehearsal location: TBA
For more info click here or call 210-656-0349, or email Raisin@therenaissanceguild.org

ALSO NEEDED, for Black Nativity:

Joseph ~ AA Male Actor - 20+

King ~ AA Male Actor & Singer - 25+

E-mail Danielle for more info.

Click to view a list of Male Actors needed for A Raisin in the Sun at AustinLiveTheatre.com

2012-2013 Theatre Season for Renaissance Guild, San Antonio

2012 - 2013 Season
honoring Paul Riddle, Jr.

Season 12 GALA
Oct 20 at Little Carver Center

 

Black Nativity
Dec 14-16 at Jo Long Theatre

Martin Luther King, Jr. March
Jan 21 - MLK Academy

A Raisin In The Sun
by Lorraine Hansberry
Feb 15-24 - Jo Long Theatre

ActOne Series
May 10 & 11

Summer Camp for Kids
June- Jo Long Theatre

Summer Musical (TBA)
July 2013

Auditions in San Antonio for Langston Hughes' The Black Nativity, Renaissance Guild, September 20 - October 7

The Carver Community Cultural Center and The Renaissance Guild announce auditions for their annual production of the hit gospel song play The Black Nativity by Langston Hughes, directed by Danielle King. It's a soulful retelling of the Christmas story with a predominately black cast, with narrative, pantomime, gospel songs and folk spirituals, a unique creation of the prolific poet and playwright Langston Hughes. Four Performances: Dec 14-16, 2012 ~ Friday: 8pm, Saturday: 3pm and 8pm, Sunday: 4pm

We are looking for actors, singers, church musicians, and church praise dancers of all ages, 10-99! There will be speaking and non-speaking roles. Beginner or seasoned actors of all colors, sizes, and ages are welcome! All actors and singers must be able to perform basic dance movement. All positions are volunteer - non-Equity. Audition dates are Thursdays, Sept 20, 27, & Oct 4th 6.30 p.m.. Auditions by appointment preferred. Walk-in auditions based on open availability. Location: Little Carver Civic Center, 226 N. Hackberry, SATX, 78202 (click for map). Please arrive 15 minutes early to sign in

Singers: all registers and gospel styles needed.Come prepared with 32 bars of a memorized gospel/Christian song of your choice, a cappella or with a CD TRACK (PLEASE NO iPODs, CDs ONLY!)

Praise Dancers: come prepared with 32 bars of choreographed dance routine in costume. Can be individual or group of dancers.
 
Please email admin@therenaissanceguild.org or call (210) 656-0349 for an audition time. Spaces are limited! Audition results: posted via website and on our voicemail box on Monday, Oct 15, 6 pm (subject to change)
 
Rehearsal dates: Oct 23 - Dec 13, Mon - Friday, 6.30 -9pm, based on cast schedule and an occasional Saturday if needed. Rehearsal location: TBA For additional audition information and list o roles with character descriptions click here or call (210) 656-0349

Upcoming: The Black Nativity by Langston Hughes, Renaissance Guild, San Antonio, December 11 - 12

UPDATE: The Renaissance Guild's video for Langston's Hughes' Black Nativity, December 11-12 in San Antonio:

The Carver Community Cultural Center & The Renaissance Guild, San Antonio,
present the Gospel Song Play

By Langston Hughes
Director: Danielle King, Asst Director: Sharon Lisa Smith
A retelling of the Christmas story with a predominately black cast, with narrative, pantomime, gospel songs and folk spirituals, a unique creation of the prolific poet and playwright Langston Hughes.
2 performances only! Saturday, Dec 11, 7:30 pm and Sunday, Dec 12, 4 pm
The Carver Community Cultural Center, 226 N. Hackberry, SATX, 78202
Tickets are $21 Click here to purchase or call ticketmaster at (800) 745-3000
Discounts for Seniors, Military, and Students $17 ( ID required) SATCO – $16 and ATAC $11 ( ID required)
For more information contact The Carver (210) 207-2234

Upcoming: The Black Nativity by Langston Hughes, Renaissance Guild, San Antonio, December 11 - 12

Found on-line:

The Carver Community Cultural Center & TRG
presents the Gospel Song Play

By Langston Hughes
Director: Danielle King
Asst Director: Sharon Lisa Smith

A retelling of the Christmas story with a predominately black cast, with narrative, pantomime, gospel songs and folk spirituals, a unique creation of the prolific poet and playwright Langston Hughes.

2 performances only!
Performance: Saturday, Dec 11, 7:30 pm
Sunday, Dec 12, 4 pm

The Carver Community Cultural Center
226 N. Hackberry, SATX, 78202

Tickets are $21

Click here to purchase
or call ticketmaster at (800) 745-3000

Discounts for Seniors, Military, and Students $17 ( ID required)
SATCO – $16 and ATAC $11 ( ID required)

For more information contact The Carver (210) 207-2234