Mosaic Acting Academy
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Auditions, Announcements, and Other News
for February 24  
Greetings!
Alyssa Montalbano

For the past few newsletters I've been writing about how to create a character and how to let that character "Do the work."  Today we'll finish that four part series.

More about "The Character" - Which "Slice of the Pie?"

Okay, now we've put together the main ingredients to make your P.I.E. - your character's Physical, Intellectual, & Emotional history.  And like any other pie, it's a combination of those ingredients that make it work - make people want more.  No one part can stand alone; they all work in harmony.  For example, suppose you (again, the character) have a terrible scar on your face.  Not only does that affect you physically, but also emotionally.  Every time some one gives you more than just a glance, you may think, "Oh, they're staring at my scar."  If you only have an elementary school education and you're in a room full of PhD. professors whose language and comments you can barely understand, don't you think you might feel inadequate or out of place?  That may very well also affect you physically, in your posture.  So as you can see, we don't just have a history, but a network of histories, which are interconnected and affect each other.  You just need to see which "slice of the pie" gets used at the moment.  It isn't something you necessarily need to decide at the moment, but if you've done your character work your subconscious will just do it automatically.  Give these things some thought on your next audition, and see if it doesn't help you "bring the character" to your performance.
Break a leg!  (Hmmm . . . that would be part of my physical history . . .)
 

But now, a word from our sponsors, and some news.


Charlie
 
New Start Date for the Alpha Character Technique Class Saturday Feb.19

This Saturday, February 26, is the last day we'll be accepting enrollments for this class.

 

Charlie Holliday has had more than a hundred movie and TV auditions.  Come learn the techniques that have landed him dozens of roles in major films and TV shows.    

 

THE MOSAIC ACTING ACADEMY

Voted Sacramento's Outstanding Training Resource for Actors

PRESENTS

 

"ALPHA COLD-READING TECHNIQUE"

 

SATURDAYS FROM 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM

FEBRUARY 19 - MARCH 12


It's Simple . . . Good Cold-Readers get the job! 

There are two skills and actor must learn in order to work in movies and TV - Cold Reading and Improvisation.  Unlike Theater auditions, which often request monologues, Movie and TV auditions don't generally use prepared memorized material. In this class you will learn a technique of the Mosaic Acting System that allows you to use the subjective mind to quickly create a character with depth and substance, rather than just trying to "learn the words". These same tools can then be used to create a character for Screen, Stage or any type of performance. As the class progresses, we cover cold reading and audition techniques, as well as scene and monologue work. As the class size is limited to a minimum of 8 and maximum of 12 new students, pre-registration by the Monday before the class is required. This class will be presented on four consecutive Saturdays from 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM. Tuition is $300, and includes an audio CD. (Repeat fee for prior students $200)

To register, send your minimum $150 deposit to: Charlie Holliday, PO Box 1142, Rancho Cordova, CA 95741-1142, or to register with your Credit Card or PayPal account  click here 

or you may call 916.361.0952, or send your $150 deposit to:
Charlie Holliday, P.O. Box 1142, Rancho Cordova, CA 95741-1142

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Visit www.charlieactor.com for more class schedules.
Special Audition Skills Workshop

Media Casting Group's Audition Skills Workshop was a big success!

Thanks to all who attended.  It sold out very quickly, so we'll be having another one soon.  Watch this space for details.

Thanks again, 

Ric & Charlie


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About choosing a class . . . 

Although tuition for Charlie's classes at the Mosaic Acting studio is very reasonable,  when deciding whom you want to study with there are a lot more things to consider than just the price.   The first thing I do is look up the instructor on IMDb.com.  That will tell me what they have actually done.   Do their credits consist of a couple of independent films that they wrote and/or directed?  Have they only been in "kid shows" on Nickelodeon or Disney?  Is their background only in theater?  I want to work with someone who has worked with major directors and has appeared with "A list" actors. There is a reason why Charlie Holliday has been voted Sacramento's Outstanding Training Resource for Actors time after time.   

Check all the classes at www.charlieactor.com 



Film Auditions and News . . .
Spinning Movie Reel
Here are few items for you.

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This for my fellow SAG members, but there should also be some non-union background needed.

 

Production:

"Hemingway & Gellhorn"

Production Company: HBO

Contract:  Television Independent Agreement  Location: San Francisco  Shooting:  February 28 through April 29, 2011

Minimum Rates:

$809 - Principal performers

$139 - Background actors

$149 - Special ability background actors

$154 - Stand-ins

 

SAG signatory production "Hemingway & Gellhorn" is coming to San Francisco. Tentative shooting dates are February 28 through April 29, 2011. This HBO project is shooting under the terms and conditions of the SAG Television Independent Agreement which provides that 20 background actors on set each day as well as all principal performers are covered by the SAG contract.

 

Background casting is being handled by Beau Bonneau Casting (415) 346-2278 and principal casting by Nina Henninger (415) 837-0847.

 

The contact at the San Francisco SAG/AFTRA office is Joel Reamer at (415) 391-7510 or jreamer@aftra.com.

 

We are committed to diverse, inclusive casting.  For every role, please submit qualified performers, without regard to disability, race, age, color, national origin, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by law, unless otherwise specifically indicated.

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From good friend Marty Anaya

 

Wow! The 48 Hour Cast and Crew Call is coming! See you there!

48 Hours Sacramento Cast and Crew Call!Time:March 4, 2011 from 6:30pm

to 9pm

Location:

The Artisan

Organized By:

CFF and

Sacramento Film Festival

Event Description:

ATTENTION ACTORS, FILMMAKERS, CREW!


The BADDEST Cast and Crew Call in the Capital Region is back and badder than ever! Are you an actor, crew person, director or film buff looking for the adventure of a life time? Look no more.


48 Hours CAST and CREW CALL is March 4th!  

If you are an insomniac, glutton for punishment or simply one bad film person come on March 4th and find out how you can participate! You will network with writers, prop-masters, producers, actors, musicians and others all vying for a spot on a 48 Hour team for 2011!


Yes, it's that simple! Just show up! Oh, and do bring $5 because we have to pay the rent!


NEED TO FIND A TEAM?  APPLY HERE


Pre-registration above will help us match YOUR talent to a team. NOTE: this is not the same thing as an RSVP for this March 4th meeting so please RSVP too ok?? Great! Thanks!

See more details and RSVP on California Film Foundation:

http://www.californiafilm.net/events/event/show?id=4396757%3AEvent%3A15608&xgi=5iwsjpGVETTuHt&xg_source=msg_invite_event

For other news about what's happening in the Sacramento Film World and more, go to http://www.californiafilm.net/.  Registration is free! 

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CASTING FOR ASICS CATALOG SHOOT: If the Shoe Fits...

Seeking very fit runner types of any ethnicity, who wear specific shoe sizes, modeling experience not required! This is an Open Call - you need not be officially registered to submit.

ADULTS - age 21 to 30ish

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Men's shoe size 9
Women's shoe size 7

CHILDREN -
Kid's shoe size 4 (typically around age 8-10)
Preschooler's shoe size K13

TO SUBMIT: Please email ASICS@aecasting.com with name (include parent/guardian name for kids), contact #, age, shoe size, shirt/pant sizes (S, M, L). Attach a full length, head-to-toe photo of yourself in shorts and a t-shirt or tank top (no larger than 1mg). No need for professional photos - just get somebody to take a decent shot! Let us know if you participate in a running club, train or compete regularly. No Phone Calls!

AUDITIONS: to be held in Santa Rosa on Saturday, 2/26 for Adults and Sunday 2/27 for Children. We will be scheduling appointments for those who are a good fit for the project. Auditions will require each person to run on camera so the clients may evaluate each person's running style.

If cast, talent will work various days of the shoot, tentatively scheduled for the first week of April, in and around Sonoma.

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  Are you registered with the new

Alyssa Montalbano

If not, go to www.mediacastinggroup.com and register.

THE OLD MEDIA CASTING WEBSITE WILL BE SHUT DOWN PERMANENTLY ON APRIL 1, 2001.  TO STAY IN OUR FILES YOU MUST GO TO THE NEW WEBSITE  WWW.MEDIACASTINGGROUP.COM AND REGISTER.
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Alright folks, that's a wrap for now.  Let me know if you hear of anything.
Charlie 
Theatre Audition Notices . . .
Theatre Masks
Break your other leg!

 

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Detailed information about these auditions is on seeaplay.com 
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City Theatre and Sacramento Shakespeare Festival Productions

 

City Theatre announces auditions for Charley's Aunt, directed by Kim McCann.

Auditions will be held Tuesday, February 28 at 7 pm at Sacramento City College, Temp 8-2 (access on 12th Av).

Call backs will be later in the week TBA.

Casting 10 - 12 actors: 6/7 male, 4/5 female from 18 - 65 years.

Rehearsals are weeknights and weekend days beginning in early March.

Performances begin in late April and run weekends for 4 weeks.

For more info:  558-2173, citytheatre.net or check us out on facebook.


Anything Goes- EDMT 

Playwright
Book by Guy Bolton, P.G. Wodehouse, Howard Lindsay and Russell Crouse with Music and Lyrics by Cole Porter 

Theatre company
El Dorado Musical Theatre 

Audition dates
Monday, February 28, 2011 at 3:30 pm
On-Line Registration for 'Anything Goes' opens on Thursday, February 17th at 8:00 pm.  

Callback dates
Tuesday, March 1, 2011 at 3:30 pm 

Dates show rehearses
Beginning March 7th, rehearsals are Mondays (leads), Tuesdays and Thursdays (entire cast) from 3:30 pm to 6:00 pm & increase as showtime approaches. 

Dates show plays
Performances will be April 15-May 1, 2011 at Three Stages at Folsom Lake College, Folsom, CA. 

Theatre address
EDMT Rehearsal Facility 5011 Golden Foothill Parkway, #4, El Dorado Hills, CA.
Directions to theatre, parking instructions, etc.
From Highway 50 east, exit Latrobe Road and veer right.  Turn right on Golden Foothill Parkway.  Building on corner of Golden Foothill Parkway and Windplay Drive.

Contact information
(916) 941-SING
edmt.info
director: Debbie Wilson - Director/Choreographer, Jennifer Martin - Vocal 

Plot Summary
The story concerns madcap antics aboard an ocean liner bound from New York to London.  Billy Crocker is a stowaway in love with heiress Hope Harcourt, who is engaged to Lord Evelyn Oakleigh.  Nightclub singer Reno Sweeney and Public Enemy #13 Moonface Martin aid Billy in his quest to win Hope.  A series of comical mistaken identities develop as the passengers and crew sing, tap, and dance their way across the Atlantic to some of Cole Porter's most wonderful songs! It's big fun and a lot of laughs, with a surprise twist at the end! 

What to bring
Dress to dance. Be prepared to sing a song up to one minute in length either acapella, to a background CD or with the accompanist. 

Types needed
Open to performers between the ages of 10-20. 

Paid position
No 

Other information
Resume optional, but recommended if new to EDMT.

Emergency Casting:
THE Actors' Workshop and Integral Theatre Company is looking for 2 (or more) distinguished men, (30's-60's) to play the Archbishop and Lord Chamberlain in "Victoria at 18" and Reverend Chasuble, Lane and Merriman, in "The Importance of Being Earnest".  Rehearsals begin March 1st and performances run May 5, 6, 7, 8, 13, 14, 15, 20, 21, 22 - 27, 28, 29.  Auditions by appointment.  Call 916-207-5606 or e-mail, info@actorsworkshop.net
  
Also,
THE Actors' Workshop and Integral Theatre Company will be holding auditions on Saturday, April 9 @ 11:AM for "This Is Treasure Island" (working title), and original work based on the novel Robert Louis Stevenson. Auditions will be cold read and held at our donated performance facility, 800 Reading Street, Folsom, CA 95630.  The two female roles have been cast.  We are looking for adult, male, pirates of varying ages.  Call 916-207-5606 or e-mail, info@actorsworkshop.net to request and audition form and for questions.  Please send head shot and resume electronically, if possible.  Rehearsals will begin in mid-May and Performances are set for July 7, 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 17, 23, 24, 29, 30, 31, August 5, 6, 7.
  

Your Space Studio     Baseball 'N Love


Baseball 'N Love
playwright
Mark Stone
theatre company
Your Space Studio
audition dates
Thursday 2/24,  7:00 pm & Saturday 2/26 1 PM
dates show rehearses
February 28 through March 31
dates show plays
April 1 through April 30 Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 pm and Sundays at 2:00 pm on April 10 & 17.
theatre address
4120 Franklin Blvd
directions to theatre, parking available in the back, etc.
From Hwy 99 take the 12 Ave exit and go west on Sutterville. Turn left to southbound Franklin Blvd.  Theater on right about 4 blocks down
contact information
Mark Stone 916-747-8595  
Computer.animal@lycos.com


Directed by James Roberts. 6 male roles, 4 female roles and 2 that can be played by either gender. All parts are open.

Chautauqua Playhouse will be holding auditions for it's production of "Dearly Departed", a comedy by David Bottrell and Jesse Jones
  
When: March 14 and 15, 7:00 pm
Where: Chautauqua Playhouse, 5325 Engle Road, Carmichael, CA 95608
Production dates: May 6-June 12
Show rehearses: Late March to Early May
Director: Dean Shellenberger
  
Parts are open for both male and female, all ages (18 and above).
Cast members may play multiple parts.
  

Meet the Bible Belt kin of Bud Turpin. They've got a funeral to plan and - between the feuds, marital flings, and Macaroni and Ham Loaf Surprise - it may escalate into a multiple-coffin memorial service.  By the time the Turpins sort through the hangovers, money problems, and headstone engraving options, they've learned that coping with life's losses can turn out to be drop-dead funny.

 

Big Idea Theatre   HURLYBURLY  

 

Fuleled by massive amounts of drugs, several libido-driven Hollywood wannabes stumble through the 1980's in a frenetic search for meaning. 

  

Auditions: Feb 26, 2011 @ 2pm 

Rehearsals:  April 11 - May 18 

Performances:  May 19 - June 11 (Thurs, Fri & Sat at 8pm and Sun at 2:30pm) 

  

cold readings only, no prepared monologues necessary 

 

Character Breakdown: 

  

EDDIE:  Eddie spends his morning snorting cocaine and eating slightly molded Hostess Snowballs. Eddie's life is a ping-pong match. 

 

PHIL:  is Eddie's best friend, and absolutely idolizes him.  Phil is often a mirror for Eddie- one that he doesn't often like to look into. 

 

ARTIE:  another friend in the group who tries to keep up with the others' egotistical indulgences. 

 

MICKEY:  MIckey is the most cold-hearted of the four men and also the most level-headed.  Nothing is terribly important to Mickey. 

 

DARLENE:  Eddie's girlfriend, and the motivation for him to lead a better life, even though she's had her share of hard knocks. 

 

DONNA:  a young teenage runaway that Artie finds living in an elevator. 

 

BONNIE:  an exotic dancer who has known the guys a long time. 

Capital Stage is currently accepting h/s & resume submissions from union and experienced nonunion actors for their up-coming production of Jesus Hopped the 'A' Train by Stephen Adly Guirgis. 
  
Company:  Capital Stage
Production:  Jesus Hopped the 'A' Train by Stephen Adly Guirgis. 
Contract Dates:  April 5 - May 22, 2011
Casting:  AEA and experienced non-AEA
Auditions:  By invitation.  Submit h/s & res to:  casting@capstage.org   Subject line:  A Train casting
  
Character Breakdown:
  
Angel Cruz, male, thirty years old, Latino
Valdez, male, thirties to forties, Prison Guard
Mary Jane Hanrahan, female, thirties, white, Public Defender
Charlie D'Amico, male, thirties, Italian-American, Prison Guard
Lucius Jenkins, male, forties, African-American

 

Mclaughlin Theatre Co.   Disney's Mulan Jr. 

Music & Lyrics by
Matthew Wilder and David Zippel, Stephen Schwartz, Jeanine Tesori and Alexa Junge 

Theatre company
McLaughlin Theatre Company 

Audition dates
Thursday, March 3, 2011 at 3:30 pm & Saturday March 5, 2011 2:00 pm
Registration for 'Disney's Mulan Jr., 916-652-6377  

Callback dates
No call backs for this show 

Dates show rehearses
Beginning March 10th, rehearsals are Thursdays, Fridays 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm and Saturdays from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm & increase as showtime approaches. 

Dates show plays
Performances will be May 13 - May 15, 2011 at McLaughlin Studio Theatre 

Theatre address
MTC Rehearsal Facility 3415 Swetzer Road, Loomis, CA

Directions: see www.mclaughlinstudios.com for directions

Contact information
(916) 652-6377
mtc.info
director/vocal, Gemma McKenney - Choreographer, Kendall Simas

Plot Summary  Travel back to the legendary, story-telling days of ancient China with this action-packed stage adaptation of the Disney's Mulan! The Huns have invaded, and it is up to misfit Mulan and her mischievous sidekick Mushu to save the emperor!

What to bring
Dress to dance. Be prepared to sing a song up to one minute in length either acapella, to a background CD or with the accompanist. 

Types needed
Open to performers between the ages of 6-14. 

 

DMTC  How To Succeed in Business Without Really Trying

Main Stage

  • Audition dates: Sunday, Feb 27, 2011 and Monday, Feb 28, 2011 at 7:30 p.m.
  • Callbacks:  Tuesday, March 1, 2011 at 7:30 p.m.
  • Directed & choreographed by Rand Martin
  • At the DMTC Performing Arts Center, 607 Pena Drive

Authors

Book by  Abe Burrows and Jack Weinstock and Willie Gilbert   Music by  Frank Loesser   Lyrics by  Frank Loesser   Based on How To Succeed In Business Without Really Trying by Shepherd Mead

 

Character Descriptions (all roles open)

J Pierrepont Finch- a window washer who applies for a job at the World Wide Wicket Company. Rosemary's love interest.

Rosemary Pilkington- a secretary who works at the World Wide Wicket Company. Finch's love interest.

Bud Frump- Biggley's arrogant and snobbish nephew who thinks he can get away with anything because he is J.B. Biggley's nephew.

J.B. Biggley- The boss of the World Wide Wicket Company.

Smitty- a secretary who works at the World Wide Wicket Company. Rosemary's best friend.

Hedy LaRue- Biggley's attractive and dim-witted mistress. The future Mrs. Wally Womper.

Mr. Bratt- Personnel manager.

Mr. Twimble- Head of the mailroom for 25 years before finally being promoted to the shipping department.

Mr. Gatch- a wise-cracking executive.

Miss Krumholtz- a secretary.

Benjamin Burton Daniel Ovington- head of the advertising department until he is fired by Biggley, for being a "Chipmunk."

Mr. Wally Womper- the Chairman of the World Wide Wicket Company.

Miss. Jones- Biggley's Secretary

Executives and Secretaries- Large ensemble of singers and dancers

 Performances

  • April 22-May 15, 2011; Fri & Sat at 8:15 p.m. and Sun at 2:15 p.m.
 
DMTC     Cinderella

Young Performers Theater

 

Music by Richard Rodgers

Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein, II

 

Directed and Choreographed by:  Jan Isaacson

Music Direction by:  Kay Hight

Auditions:  March 7 or 8, 2011

Performances:  April 30 - May 22, 2011

 

 AUDITION INFORMATION:

Audition Dates: Monday, March 7 or Tuesday, March 8, 2011 at 4:30

Callbacks: Wednesday, March 9, 2011, 4:30

Auditions Location: DMTC Performing Arts Center, 607 Pena Drive, Davis, CA

What to bring: 16 to 32 bars of a prepared song.  Bring piano sheet music.  Accompanist will be provided. Arrive dressed to dance. Resumes are appreciated but not required.

 

PRODUCTION SCHEDULE:

General Rehearsal Schedule: Monday - Thursdays, 4:30 - 7:00 as needed.

                                       

 Performances:

Saturday, April 30 at 2:15 pm

Sunday, May 1, 7:00

Saturday, May 7 at 2:15 pm

Saturday, May 14 at 2:15 PM

Tuesday, May 17, 9:15 & 11:30 am (School Performances)

  Saturday, May  21 at 2:15 & 7:00 pm

Sunday, May 22, 2:15 pm

 

CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS:

Cinderella:  Innocent and sweet, yet strong, intelligent and independent-minded; the moral compass of her family.  Must sing very well.  (Ages 12 - 17)  

 

Prince:  Slightly rebellious, but honorable; devoted son; coming into his own; in search of true love.  Must sing very well.  (Ages 13 - 17)  

 

King: A comical character, but loving husband and father; desperate for an heir to the throne.   (Ages 12 - 17)  

 

Queen:   Kind and caring wife and mother; smart - the "woman behind the man."   (Ages 13 - 17)  

 

Stepmother:  (Female ages 12 - 17)  Selfish, haughty and condescending; comical; desperate to marry off her daughters.

 

Portia (stepsister):  A comical role; not very bright; easily manipulated. (Ages 12 - 17)  

Joy (stepsister): A comical role; joyless and sour; self-centered (Ages 12 - 17)  

 

Fairy Godmother:   Motherly; Magical; slightly befuddled; is she real or is she the magic created by Cinderella's wishes and dreams?  (Ages 12 - 17)  

 

Herald:  A commanding presence - singing solo

 

Ensemble: A large ensemble will play Townspeople, Ball Guests, Mice, Horses, Chef, Steward, Footman, Coachman, Minister

 



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That's it for now . . . Fracture a femur! 
Charlie 
 
Current Theatre Productions and Other News
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      Theater Tickets make a great gift!!

                      Go see a play!!                      
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For a review of this play go to 
http://w3.villagelife.com/entertainment/ditch-the-3-d-glasses-catch-this-play-instead/

There Should Be Roses

by Dave Williams        

Directed by Connie Mockenhaupt

                 (February 11-March 13)

Performances are:

Fridays & Saturdays at 8:00PM and

Sundays at 4:00PM

A West Coast Premier! There Should Be Roses is a wonderful romantic comedy that will make you laugh and cry. Follow Lester and Albert as they "break out" of the retirement home to deliver roses to Lesters' wife of 60 years. Watch and see if Kevin and Megan can come to an agreement on when and/or if they should get married. Perfect for the Valentine Season with a surprise ending which is a true delight.

 

Tickets are $23.00 for General

$21.00 for Seniors and SARTA

$15.00 for Children 12 and under

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Cast:

DOTTY FAIRBURN - Jackie Clauson         MRS. MACMURTLE - Amy Brandolino

LESTER BLUM - Charlie Holliday        FLOWER SELLER, EILEEN - Gina Hillmer

ALBERT SMITH - Paul Greisen            STREET PUNKS - Shane Burrows, Dylan Gray   

MEGAN - Yuri Tajiri                POLICE OFFICER, MIME - Shane Burrows

KEVIN - Colin Coate            MARY HANDLEMAN - Hazel Johnson

For more information or to purchase tickets call (916) 353-1001.
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ARDEN PLAYHOUSE CONTINUES ITS SECOND SEASON WITH A MYSTERIOUS SEND-UP!

The Murder Room By Jack Sharkey

Produced by special arrangement with Samuel French, Inc.

About the Play:  Wealthy Edgar Hollister marries Mavis Templeton who, after a few hours of blissful marriage, apparently tries various ways to kill him. How many ways can a wife try to kill her husband? How many ways can it get screwed up? Don't ask, just come see The Murder Room, a comedy described as Abbot and Costello meet Agatha Christie with some Monty Python thrown in. It is a wild send-up of every murder mystery ever written.

The Murder Room has its Arden Playhouse opening on March 4, 2011 and runs Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm thru April 16, 2011, except Saturday, March 12.
Sunday matinees are at 2 pm March 13 and 27.

All tickets are $18 general admission with discounts for groups. Tickets can be reserved by calling (916) 332-2582.
Arden Playhouse is located at 5640 Roseville Road, Suite D, Sacramento, and seats 150.

Arden Playhouse is a community theater dedicated to continuing its tradition of presenting entertainment in a casual setting. 

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Play Submission Opportunity 
Another opportunity provided by Matt Hanf:

 

Open call for full lengths and musicals--

http://kidswithguns.com/call-for-submissions-2012

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Now Playing 

Show times and ticket information at www.seeaplay.com 


opening in February 2011

Shirley Valentine, Bob and Ro Productions
The Studio Theatre, 1028 R St., Sacramento, CA 95811
February 18 - March 20, 2011

Macbeth: Resurrected
Resurrection Theatre, 1723 25th Street (25th and R) Sacramento, CA
The Wilkerson Theatre - 25th and R - behind the fence
February 24 - March 19, 2011

Blithe Spirit
American River College, Theatre Arts Department
4700 College Oak Drive, Sacramento, CA  95841
February 25 - March 6, 2011

Hairspray
El Dorado Musical Theatre, Folsom High School, 1655 Iron Point Road Folsom,CA
February 25 - March 13, 2011

Proof
Big Idea Theatre, 1616 Del Paso Blvd, Sacramento, CA  95815
February 24 - March 19 2011

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PLAYWRIGHTS COLLABORATIVE MEETING AT THE LAMBDA PLAYERS THEATRE:   

The meetings begin at 7:00 PM at the Lambda Players Theatre, 1127 21st Street, in Sacramento..

 

There are no dues, fees or other charges for participating.

 

We thank the Lambda Players Theatre and Big Idea Theatre for hosting the Playwrights Collaborative workshops.


For further information contact Gary Agid, chairman, at gary@agid.com (916-383-9267) .

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That's it for now.- I'll see you in the lobby! 
Charlie

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Ladies polo People have been asking where to get the MOSAIC ACTING clothing articles with the beautifully embroidered logo I've been wearing - polo shirts, long sleeved Tees, hats, jackets, etc.
I get them from a company called Queensboro.  If you'd like to order something, go to the Queensboro web site and check them out.  When you find what you want, email the article number and color selection and size you want to me and I'll put together an order as soon as four of you give me payment for the items.  (I'll pay the shipping charges for you.)  You can mix and match items, and there's no minimum order for you.  Give me a call or email if you have any questions.  Thanks,
Charlie
 
Quick Links and other Resources
Mosaic Acting/ACT Workshops
Charlie Holliday on IMDB
Media Casting Group
From Charlie's Desk
Now Casting
The ActorSite
Okay, Folks, that's it for now.  Let me know if you have anything you want posted.
I hope to see you soon!
Charlie

 Contact us at:
Charlie Holliday
Mosaic Acting Academy
916-361-0952
charlieactor@sbcglobal.net
Snail Mail PO Box 1142
Rancho Cordova, CA 95741-1142