American Stage Theatre Company

American Stage Theatre Company has announced that John Patrick Shanley’s Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning hit drama, DOUBT, will be the final play of the theatre’s 30th anniversary season, playing July 24 thru August 16, 2009.

The most lauded play of this century and winner of the Tony Award for “Best Play” and Pulitzer Prize for Drama, DOUBT tells the story of a Bronx Catholic school in turmoil during the fall of 1964. Sister Aloysius is an old-school nun who insists that the young and popular Farther Flynn is having an inappropriate relationship with Donald Muller, the school’s first black student. Armed with nothing more than a resolute belief in her suspicion and a few circumstantial details, she instigates a relentless campaign to remove the priest, enlisting the help of a subordinate nun and the child’s tormented mother. Flynn vehemently denies the allegations, but who is telling the truth? This powerhouse drama will keep audiences guessing until the final curtain.

“We are so excited about being the first professional Tampa Bay theatre to produce DOUBT,” said Todd Olson, American Stage’s producing artistic director. “Is there a more important modern play that we could finish our historic 30th anniversary with?”

American Stage Theatre Company, under agreement with DOUBT’s publisher, was obligated to not announce the play as part of the theatre’s 2008-09 season until after the Asolo Reparatory Theatre in Sarasota finished their production on May 4.

Please call the American Stage Box Office at (727) 823-PLAY (7529)
or go to www.americanstage.org for more information and to purchase tickets.

American Stage Theatre Company is located at 211 3rd Street South in the heart of downtown St. Petersburg, Florida.

American Stage is a not-for-profit professional theatre founded in 1977. The company’s mission is to create the most satisfying live theatre in the Tampa Bay area, accessible to all members of the community. Their vision is to preserve the greatest human stories from our past, while creating the most defining stories and storytelling of our time. American Stage presents six plays on its 142-seat capacity Mainstage each year. The very popular American Stage in the Park celebrates its 23rd Anniversary year. American Stage will move into a brand new state of the art 200 seat performance space in the 2008-09 season. The theatre’s other programming includes: School Tour, classes and summer camp for children. The Hough Family Foundation is the Season Sponsor, Raymond James is the Mainstage Sponsor and WUSF 89.7 is the Radio Sponsor of American Stage.

AMERICAN STAGE THEATRE COMPANY:

Last weekend to see “The Pirates of Penzance”!!!

“Impressive… I can recommend it… Gilbert and Sullivan’s lighthearted, pleasantly ridiculous operetta will please and amuse… delightful tongue-twisting verse, gently absurd situations, laughable characters and joyous endings… The revved-up music is rousing, the lyrics are challenging… and the various modernizing ideas are fun… Todd Olson’s fine direction keeps the stage busy… The most delightful onstage personage is Eddleman as the Major-General, wearing a modern military outfit crowded with medals, he’s absurdity itself.”
- Creative Loafing

“Enjoyable… An impressive production, with superb lighting by Ben Williams and a handsome set (complete with Tampa Bay Bucs flag) by Olson and John Malolepsy… [Vince DiMura’s] arrangements for the band contain many clever riffs — from keening Cajun fiddle to prog-rock power chords to ragtime… in a rock-jazz-country fusion sort of way… Zach Nadolski [and] Gina Varchetto [are] a pair of appealing young romantic leads… their ardent arias and duets are a pleasure… There is more fine chorus singing by the Pirate King (Darrel Blackburn) and his motley crew, whose wildly divergent costumes (by Frank Chavez) resemble those of a hair metal band… Jane Strauss has a delectable, scenery-chewing turn, rich in goofy stage business, as Ruth, the former nursery maid to Frederic.”
- St. Petersburg Times

“The very model of a modern romp on the Victorian classic… ‘Penzance’ Sparkles: Had Jose Gaspar been around today, he’d be crooning at Demens Landing, trading starlit nights on the ocean for stage lights and comic devotion… with a lighthearted musical that tips its hat to Monty Python… The company borrows and flaunts cultural motifs with all the subtlety of a drunken sailor, and the talented cast lays on the slapstick like hot pitch… Gina Varchetto [is] powerful… Zach Nadolski… commanded the stage… Darrel Blackburn…stole more than one scene as a lovable bloke whose heart outshines his blade… “Penzance” is best enjoyed for its contrapuntal puns and dexterity of language, and Todd Olson’s direction does a good job on both counts.”
- Tampa Tribune

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VENUE ENSEMBLE THEATRE:

Presents “STANDING ON THE CORNER” or “A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A PAPER BOX” by local playwright Gidget Cross, MAY 15 - JUNE 1 at Venue Theatre, 9125 US 19 N, Pinellas Park, FL.

The play takes place on the corner of Lake Palm and Meadowview Drive in a lovely neighborhood probably very similar to yours. Who enjoys the neighborhood streets throughout the day . . . and into the night? Come see how an ordinary Paper Box helps to “clean-up” a local neighborhood! This production is directed by Gidget Cross starring Frank Pavluk and Beth Clark with a large supporting cast playing multiple roles.

Performance Info: Evening Performances are Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, May 15 through May 31 at 8:00 p.m. Sunday matinees are on May 18, 25 and June 1 at 2:30 p.m. Tickets are $15 for adults and $12 for Seniors/Students.

Location: Venue Theatre is located in the New Broyhill Furniture Plaza, 9125 US 19 N (at Mainlands Blvd ) one mile North of Gandy and Park Blvd. Seating is limited. For reservations call, 727-822-6194 or email VenueActorStudio@gmail.com.

For more information: Visit our website at www.VenueActorStudio.org for directions and more information.

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STAGEWORKS:

Presents “BRIGHTON BEACH MEMOIRS” by Neil Simon, at the Shimberg Playhouse at the Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center. Opening May 15 and running from Thursdays to Sunday until June 1st. Ticket prices: Thursday, May 15, $10. Friday May 16 - Sunday June 1st $24.50. Call 813.229.STAR for reservations. For group rate of 10 or more please call: 813-876-8547

This spectacular Pulitzer-Prize winning comedy is Neil Simon’s memoir of his family in 1930’s Brooklyn. Fourteen-year-old Eugene is preoccupied by his passion for the Yankees and his lust for his beautiful cousin, Nora. Eugene’s comic growing pains contrast with the darker issues troubling his family: poverty, illness, long-held sibling resentment and the growing Nazi threat to relatives in Europe. With a deft and compassionate hand, Simon creates a darkly funny Brooklyn universe full of memorable characters, humor and truth.

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EIGHT O’CLOCK THEATRE:

Presents “Lend Me A Tenor” at the Largo Cultural Center’s Tonne Playhouse, 105 Central Park Drive, Largo, May 2 - 4 and May 8 – 11. Thursday-Saturday performances at 8:00 PM, Sunday matinee at 2:00 PM. Price: $21.00 single ticket; $19.00 each, groups of 10 or more; $16.00 students age 19 & under

For Reservations: 727-587-6793

One of the funniest comedies to brighten the stage in many years, Ken Ludwig’s “Lend Me A Tenor”, stars James Grenelle, Gary L. Smith, Ronnie Farley, Trey Ryan, Lauren Clark, and Katy Gaudet, Jordan Loring, and Cengiz Dokumaci, and, with Director Judy Becotte.

Chaos reigns offstage and on in this Tony Award-winning backstage farce. The Cleveland Grand Opera Company has imported the world-famous tenor Tito Merelli to launch its season with a performance of Verdi’s Otello, only to discover their special attraction has passed out cold in his dressing room from taking too many tranquilizers. The company manager scrambles to make sure the show, as always, goes on. Who will perform? Will the audience notice? This crowd-pleasing comedy fills the theatre with mistaken identities, romantic intrigue, a cascade of slamming doors, and enough laughter to have you “singing”
its praises for weeks to come.

Winner of three Tony Awards, as well as four Drama Desk and Five Critic’s Outer Circle Awards, this is a comedy for everyone!

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THE PLAYERS THEATRE:

Our Annual Festival Latino never fails to excite audiences, festival coordinators, Isabel Dubrocq, founder and choreographer for Rumba Flamenca and Patricia Morales-Fine, teacher, principle dancer, and director of Rhythm Dance Studio have put together a stellar line up featuring Los Rumberos, Maria Elena Perez and of course Rumba Flamenca.

Latin dance band, Los Rumberos returns to The Players with international flair featuring their boisterous guitars, flashing flamencos and fiery rhythm music the whole audience will enjoy. Band members are: David Munoz, Joe Yana, Elise Amaral, Jeff Lloyd and Angela Toth.

Show times are Sunday, May 4, 2008 at 2:00pm and Monday, May 5, at 8:00pm. The reserved seat admission is Adults $20 and Students $12. For tickets and information call 365-2494 between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Tickets are also available on our website at www.theplayers.org and at the door one hour before the show times.

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THE SHOW PALACE DINNER THEATRE:

“SUGAR BABIES” EXTENDS thru - June 1! Get ready to laugh all over again as the Show Palace Dinner Theatre brings back the Burlesque musical.

“SUGAR BABIES” is a riotously funny, nostalgic trip for those who remember burlesque and a happy discovery for those too young to recall this irreverent form of American entertainment. All of the classic scenes, including Meet Me Round The Corner are here, along with such wonderful songs as “Exactly Like You”, “I Can’t Give You Anything But Love”, “Don’t Blame Me” and “The Sunny Side Of The Street.” On Broadway Mickey Rooney and Ann Miller headlined this burlesque-inspired musical. This glitzy production is filled with chorus girls, tap dancing, sequins, double and quadruple takes, fright wigs and a million laughs. SUGAR BABIES also ends with a sparkling tribute to patriotism and everyone’s favorite uncle… Uncle Sam!

“‘Sugar Babies’ is not just a wonderful show; it’s a mini-history of an American art form called burlesque.”
- St. Petersburg Times

The Show Palace has assembled a cast of favorites to headline this exciting return engagement. Matthew McGee brings his own brand of pratfalls and mugging to the Show Palace as he plays the Top Banana. Katie Kerwin strikes a formidable pose as she taps, sings, and tells jokes in the illusion of the great Ann Miller. The show also features a bevy of scantily clad chorus girls guaranteed to steal the show and some gentlemen’s hearts.

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HAT TRICK THEATRE:

Presents “BURN THIS” by Lanford Wilson, May 9 - 25, Friday - Saturday @ 8pm, Sundays @ 3pm, Monday the 19th @ 8pm (INDUSTRY NIGHT), at the Silver Meteor Gallery in Ybor City.

Sometimes the things you want the least are what you need the most. Have you ever had that moment where you realize the people closest to you turn out to be the ones furthest away? Whether they are tears of laughter, joy, or sadness in your eyes, your heart will be pounding as Joe Winskye directs four of Tampa Bay’s finest actors in this gripping drama about the distance between people. Anna, a young dancer-choreographer, arrives home from attending her roommate Robby’s funeral. With sudden, unexpected explosiveness, Robby’s older brother, Pale, bursts on the scene. He has come to collect his brother’s belongings and together Pale and Anna find an unsettling but compelling love that neither wants but they cannot turn away.

Hat Trick is proud to welcome two of its founding members back to the stage to take the lead in this production. April Bender and Kevin Whalin play Anna and Pale, and bring new light and fiery chemistry to these unlikely lovers. Steve Fisher returns just on the heels of Funny Money, Hat Trick’s smash hit farce, to star as Burton, Anna’s current boyfriend. Rounding out the cast is area actor Chris Rutherford as Anna’s roommate Larry.

OPENING NIGHT PARTY! Free food and drink after the show to all those who attend the May 9th premier! INDUSTRY NIGHT is on Monday, May 19th @ 8pm. All working artists in the area can get into the show on a “pay-what-you-can” pricing.

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THE SALERNO THEATRE CO.:

“Tampa Bay’s Musical Theatre Company,” along with its sister company, American Concert Company, is bringing its widely acclaimed theatrical concert production of “BROADWAY IN CONCERT” back to the Hickman Theatre for a 2-week run, May 15 - 25, 2008.

Since it played 15-months ago in Gulfport, “BROADWAY IN CONCERT” has been updated with new songs, new scenes, and five new cast members for the 2008/09 touring season. While the new incarnation of the show is inline with the original, the new show will appeal to both audiences who saw the show last year, as well as those who haven’t experienced it yet.

“I have been involved in the professional theatre industry for over 40 years and I think I can be considered an expert in judging the quality of a show,” says Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center Production Manager, Michael Chamoun. “Salerno Theatre’s BROADWAY IN CONCERT was very professional… up to the standard of our TBPAC-produced shows. The audience loved it and responded after each and every number.”

“BROADWAY IN CONCERT” is a retrospective theatrical concert montage of 50 years of Broadway’s biggest hits. From classics such as Oklahoma, My Fair Lady and Chicago to new Broadway mega-hits such as Phantom of the Opera, Les Miserables and Wicked, all your favorites are here!

The show features Bay-area favorites Scott Greenberg, Michael Mathews, Kristina Huegel, Andrew Schlosberg, Jaime Giangrande-Holcom and Capria Pichette.

Showtimes: Thursday thru Saturday evenings at 8:00 P.M. and Sunday matinees at 2:00 P.M.

Tickets may be purchased online or by calling the box office at 1-877-275-7050.

For more information, please visit SalernoTheatre.com.

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CARROLLWOOD PLAYERS:

Presents the zany farce, “My Husband’s Wild Desires Almost Drove Me Mad", by John Tobias, through May 10, Fri/Sat 8pm, Sun 3pm Carrollwood Playhouse, 4335 Gunn Hwy, between Linebaugh Ave & Casey Rd, Adults $14, Students w/ID & 55+ w/ID $12. FOR MATURE AUDIENCES.

Reservations 813-265-4000. www.myspace.com/carrollwoodplayers

THE PLAYERS THEATRE:

Announcing open auditions on Saturday, May 8, beginning at noon for the three Summer Sizzler Shows! The directors will audition actors to fill the dozens of roles available for the following three productions:

+ “The Tempest” by William Shakespeare: June 12-15, 2008
+ “The Good Body” by Eve Ensler: June 26-29, 2008
+ “If the Devil Could Fall in Love” by Jenny Beres: July 17-20, 2008

Actors wishing to audition should prepare a one-minute monologue of their choice. Perusal copies of the scripts are available at the theatre for reading. Copies of sides may be picked up one week prior to the audition. Those interested in auditioning are asked to call The Players Theatre at 365-2494 to schedule a specific audition time slot.

For additional information, call The Players Theatre at 365-2494 between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Saturday.

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HAT TRICK THEATRE:

Auditions for “Choose Your Own Shakespeare” – Do you remember those choose your own adventure books you read as a kid? Do you like Shakespeare? Then this is the project you’ve been waiting for.

The scope of this project: Taking Shakespeare’s plays (mostly the comedies, but not exclusively) and creating a story where the audience actually chooses what happens next. The scenes come from Shakespeare and the goal is to create a piece of theatre which is truly interactive and can never be the same twice because even the cast doesn’t know what the audience will choose each day. We are not breaking the fourth wall, it simply was never there to begin with. We are seeking brave, energetic, thinking actors who aren’t afraid to participate in a project that is parts improvisational, parts physical,parts scholarly and parts hilarious. If sounds like it is for you, then read on!

Hat Trick is holding auditions for Choose Your Own Shakespeare on Sunday, May 11th at 7pm at the Silver Meteor Gallery. All interested parties are asked to prepare 30 lines of text from one of Shakespeare’s plays. This will be a group audition and there will be a cold reading component as well. While we will not be dancing, please come dressed to move.

Please register to audition by contacting our Company Manager, Lani McGettigan at cm@hatTrickTheatre.org. Previous no call, no shows for our auditions need not apply. We will not be accepting walk-up auditions.

Location: The Silver Meteor Gallery is located at 2213 E. 6th Ave, Tampa FL, 33605.

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GORILLA THEATRE:

CALL TO DESIGNERS:The Gorilla Theatre is looking for Scenic, Lighting, and Costume Designers for its upcoming season. All designers are paid. Please submit a resume and portfolio by mail to:
The Gorilla Theatre
4419 North Manhattan Avenue
Tampa, FL 33614

Call Bridget Bean or Erica Porch at 813-354-0550 with any questions.
info@gorillatheatre.com, www.gorillatheatre.com

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SEEKING USHERS:
The Gorilla Theatre would like to hear from people interested in serving as volunteer ushers for the upcoming season. Ushers only need commit to one performance per show and couples/friends wishing to usher together are welcome. Ushers are expected to arrive at the theatre one hour before show time. Duties include helping patrons to find suitable parking places, welcoming them to the theatre, and assisting them with seating. Once the show begins, ushers may stay and enjoy the performance at no cost.

Interested? Please call Bridget Bean at 813-354-0550 or email info@gorillatheatre.com

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MURDERS SHE WROTE, INC.:

Holding auditions for male & female roles. Actors are paid for each performance. This is an interactive comedy dinner theater. Call Maria for information - 813-469-1233

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STAGEWRIGHTS:

Intrepid Actors sought for Stageworks Playwrights Group! Once a month on Tuesday nights, Stageworks’ new playwriting group called “Stagewrights” will have an informal reading of an act or a completed draft of a new play.

We’re looking for versatile local actors to be part of this exciting new theatrical venture by coming to read parts when their schedules allow. Time commitment is minimal – no rehearsals – and you will receive an e-copy of the script ahead of time, with a printed script provided for you at the reading.

This is an opportunity to keep your hand in between shows, hear some exciting new scripts, be heard by local directors and make a huge contribution to the creation of new work for the theatre. You will also earn the undying gratitude of the playwrights!

If you’re interested, please e-mail stageworkstheater@juno.com and let us know your Name, Gender, Playing Age Range, E-Mail Address, Phone Number and Casting Information (Leading man type? Ingenue? Comic genius, character actor? Do a great Irish brogue? Whatever plays to your strengths, let us to know…). Thank you!

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CREATIVE CLAY:

Now accepting applications and resumes from artists interested in a guest artist-contract position at Creative Clay, Inc. Cultural Arts Center in St. Petersburg, Florida. We are looking for actors, dancers, painters, sculptors, musicians, graphic designers, and mixed media artists as well as art educators to apply. Part time to start, may morph into full time as our programs grow. (Please visit www.creativeclay.org to learn more about our programs.)

Contact Jenny@creativeclay.org with any questions. We are an equal opportunity employer!

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TIMELESS TALES THEATRE:

This local profession theatre company performing for schools in the Hillsborough and Pinellas counties for more than 10 years, is seeking energetic experience male and female actors for our busy summer season. All actors are paid per performance and must be available Mondays through Fridays in the mornings and after performances.

For more information and to schedule and audition appointment please call (813) 304-1569.

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AMERICAN STAGE THEATRE:

We’re ALWAYS looking for new volunteers to Usher, Bartend, House Manage, or help with mailings. Volunteers receive complimentary tickets to any show on our mainstage.

If you would like to join, contact us at Volunteer@americanstage.org or at 727-823-1600 ext. 222.

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WALT DISNEY WORLD:

Holding recurring open-call auditions for actors, singers, dancers, stunt skaters, gymnasts, stuntmen, and Pleasure Island DJs. Minimum salary for the Disney/AEA contract $551.60 per week, plus Disney’s health benefits package and Equity’s pension plan.

For the latest information, call the Disney Audition Hotline at (407) 397-3299.

THE PLAYERS STUDIO:

Announces Summer Camp and Summer Classes – The Players Studio is currently registering for summer theatre fun!

The Stage Door Workshop summer camp is for students between the ages of 8 and 17 and explores the magic of musical theatre! Join the adventure of musical theatre including play production, acting techniques and skills, technical theatre, dance, singing, creative movement, theatre games and more. Students learn alongside a professional staff while developing an understanding of the creative and physical self, and fostering self-confidence and self-esteem.

Two 4 week sessions are offered; June 9 through July 3 and July 7 through August 1. Youth camp is for ages 8-12 and is held at The Players Studios at 500 Tallevast Road. The teen camp, for ages 13-17 meets at The Players Theatre. Camp meets Monday-Friday from 9:30am to 2:30pm. Pre and post care is available. Each session culminates in an exciting original musical revue performance on stage! Session I will be presenting String II and session II is Fractured Fairy Tales.

The Players Studio’s Summer Classes will run for an eight-week session from June 9 through August 2 and will include jazz, tap, hip-hop, lyrical, ballet, acting, singing, and on camera acting for ages 7 - 12. More advanced classes are offered for students ages 10 - 18 and include the above, as well as pre-pointe and pointe. For the young child we offer pre-ballet, combo dance, creative combo, and musical theatre for munchkins. Basic acting, singing, on camera acting, move and groove jazz, and tap classes are offered for adults.

Registration is open now. To receive a camp brochure or a summer class schedule you may call the Studio at 360-0120 or download it from our website at www.theplayers.org Scholarship applications are also available.

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VENUE ACTOR STUDIO:

THE SUNDAY SEMINAR IS HELD ON THE THIRD SUNDAY OF THE MONTH from 5-7pm. Holidays will change the schedule as necessary. If possible please list in your ongoing calendar of events.

This is a perfect opportunity for the public to learn about Venue Actors Studio and meet three very successful members of the Professional community and ask questions. The Sunday Seminar is held Monthly and is open to the public. Different guests are featured each month. Reservations are highly recommended. Donation at the door is $5.

Location: Venue Actors Studio is located in THE NEW HUDSON’s FURNITURE PLAZA, 9125 US 19 N, Pinellas Park, at the corner of Mainlands and US19N two lights North of Gandy / Park Blvd, and just south of the 49th Street intersection. The Plaza is under renovation; the Studio is open.

For more information and reservations, contact Venue at 727-822-6194, by email at venueactorstudio@gmail.com or on the web at www.VenueActorStudio.org.

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STAGEWORKS:

“Stagewrights” playwriting workshop began in 2007. Leaders/Coaches: Stageworks Anna Brennen, Prod. Artistic Dir. & Jim Wicker, MFA, Playwright, Director.

Meets on two Tuesday evenings each month, with open enrollment. The group is in a seminar format, with excerpts from each member’s work read and criticism provided by peers. Invited actors will read longer new works. $5 playwrights’ donation for coffee and snacks requested, no donation requested from actors.

To register or for information/meeting schedule call 813-251-8984 or email stageworkstheater@juno.com

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KALEIDOSCOPE:

The Kaleidoscope Touring Program – Now on Tour!!! We’re a partnership between Community Haven for Children and Adults with Disabilities AND Asolo Repertory Theatre.

To schedule a performance contact:
Amanda Schlachter at 355-8808 ext.258
aschlachter@chachaven.com

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CLASSES BY SHEILA WESSNER:

+ PRIVATE & DUO ACTING CLASSES (727-367-5846)

+ SCENE STUDY & MONOLOGUE PREPARATION
Trains the student practically and thoroughly in acting and auditioning techniques for stage and film through acting exercises, scene study, monologue preparation, voice and body work. Course emphasizes focus and concentration, script analysis and cold readings.

+ ON-CAMERA TELEVISION COMMERCIAL AUDITIONING
Hands-on training in Slating, Profiling, Improvisational and Cold-copy Auditioning. Headshot & Resume tips. Agent and Casting Director information. What to do and not do at an Audition. Taping and Playback with Discussion brings the student to the knowledge and confident level necessary for Professional Auditioning.

About the Instructor:
Sheila Wessner has been performing, directing and teaching in the Tampa Bay Area for over 30 years, working with professional & community theatre, dinner theatre, film and television productions. A 20-year member of Actor’s Equity Association, Ms. Wessner received her theatre training at University of Dayton, University of South Florida and University of Washington. She was founder, director and instructor of ACT NOW Studios, Inc., formerly located in Clearwater, Florida, and was co-founder and former instructor/director of the The Actor’s Arena workshops and productions at PACT’s Ruth Eckerd Hall. Her actor-training program is known and respected by casting directors, talent agents and theatre groups throughout Florida and is recommended regularly for preparing the student for work in the acting field.

Mailing Address:
7600 Sun Island Dr. S.,
S. Pasadena, FL 33707
sheilawessner@aol.com

PINELLAS COUNTY CULTURAL AFFAIRS DEPT.:

ARTIST OPPORTUNITIES:Pinellas County Cultural Affairs Department is asking all artists in the county to register in its Artist Directory data base. By doing so, artists (including performing artists) will receive informational updates via email about workshops (ie. artist marketing, legal issues, the business of art, etc.): grant and employment opportunities; and other current information relative to individual artists. Artists can also search the Cultural Affairs website for current cultural events and opportunities.

To register in the Artist database, go to http://www.pinellasarts.org, look for the Artist Directory box in the middle of the page and click on “more…” Your contact information will NOT be published. The information will ONLY be used by Cultural Affairs to better serve you!

Bev Gannon
Pinellas County Cultural Affairs Department
13805 58th Street N. Suite 2-450
Clearwater, FL 33760
727-453-7860
727-453-7855 (fax)
bkotchey@co.pinellas.fl.us
www.pinellasarts.org

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HEADSHOT PHOTOGRAPHERS:

+ Corinne Broskette, Actor Photos By Actor: reasonable, digital, you get up to 70 on a disc. Contact: 727-656-8525 or e-mail venueactorstudio@gmail.com

+ Shawn Ray of Tampa - Professional - Affordable - Spot on! Phone: 813.817.4964 or email srayphoto2000@yahoo.com

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ANYTHING ARTS:

Some of you may not receive “Anything Arts” which is an electronic newsletter that is sent bi-monthly. Rick Hughes and Christine Alexander created this newsletter and it really is amazing. If you would like to sign up for it, please go to www.AnythingArts.com. It will give you all of the fantastic work being done in the Sarasota Area plus classes and auditions. This is a great way to get plugged in to the Sarasota scene.

This is completely FREE, so sign up today.