Free Audition Workshop

In conjunction with the upcoming Willy Wonka auditions, the co-directors of the show, Carol Thomas and Michael Nielsen, are offering a Free Audition Workshop. Anyone who is interested is invited to attend, however, those who are interested in auditioning for Willy Wonka are encouraged to come as it will give you an opportunity to work directly with the directors before being in the intimidating audition situation and it will also give you a feel for how they work and what they expect.

Here is the information:

"Going into an audition is VERY scary! What does the director want? How can I best present myself in such a short time? I don't want to make a fool of myself... are thoughts and fears that prevent any auditioner from doing their best.

Come to this FREE WORKSHOP and actually LEARN how to do a better audition! Practice your audition skills in a safe place where you will get some feedback as to how you can show your skills effectively to the directors.

While no one can guarantee that this workshop will give you the part you really want, you will DEFINITELY feel better about your audition, and be better prepared for future opportunities! Come play with us "audition-style!"

When: Saturday, January 9th
Time: 8:00am - 10:00am
Location: Main Hall, Farmington Community Arts Center, 120 South Main
NO CHARGE WORKSHOP
NO SIGN-UP NECESSARY - JUST COME SATURDAY MORNING IF YOU WANT TO PARTICIPATE!"

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at farmingtonarts@gmail.com.

Sarah

Auditions for Willy Wonka

Some of you are already aware of how excited we are for the Spring Youth Theater production of Willy Wonka! The show will take place Wednesday, March 17th - Saturday, March 20th.

We have two returning directors who we have SO enjoyed working with in the past and who we know will do a fantastic job with this production: Michael Nielsen and Carol Thomas! They have assembled a strong production team with Lori Dalley as a Producer, Bobbi Bennett as Stage Manager and Kathy Seegmiller as Costume and Set Designer. We encourage anyone who is even slightly interested to come and participate! It is going to ROCK!

Here is the information:

Auditions for the Spring Youth Theater production of Willy Wonka directed by Michael Nielsen and Carol Thomas will be held Saturday, January 16th from 9am - 12pm in the Main Hall and Tuesday, January 19th from 6pm - 8pm in the Multipurpose Room downstairs. Come prepared to sing 16 bars of an upbeat Broadway showtune and to do cold readings if you would like a speaking park. You will also be required to do some movement and dancing. A participation fee of $15.00 for residents and $25.00 for non-residents and a $75.00 volunteer deposite will be required in order to audition. Questions contact Sarah Hale at farmingtonarts@gmail.com.

We are only one week and one day away from the opening night of a Youth Theater that I have been greatly anticipating. Local youth and their parents have been working diligently to create Disney's "Aladdin Jr."

Welcome to Agrabah, City of Enchantment, where every beggar has a story and every camel has a tail! All of your favorite characters are here in this stage adaptation of the Disney hit, including Aladdin, Jasmine, and of course, the Genie. Filled with magic, mayhem, and flying carpet rides, your spirit will soar with excitement. Most of all, we haven’t left out the Academy award-winning score with songs including “A Whole New World” and “Friend Like Me” that will have you singing along! Fun for the whole family, we invite you to out Fall Youth Theater “Aladdin Jr.”

When: Wednesday, November 11th - Saturday, November 14th

Time: 7:00pm with a 2:00pm Matinee on Saturday

Cost: $5.00 per person

Where: Community Arts Center, 120 South Main, Farmington, Utah

Trust me - this is one show you do not want to miss!

The Cast of "The Foreigner"

The excitement is brimming - the stage is being set and the cast is being dressed as we are only a week and a half away from opening night of our dinner theater production of "The Foreigner." I thought it might interest you to get glimpse of the cast members and production crew who have been so dedicated to the creation of this hilarious show.

Charlie Baker will be played by the talented: Paul Wuthrich
Sgt. Froggy LeSeuer by the hilarious: Scott MacDonald
Betty Meeks by the well-loved: Betty Whitlock
Catherine Simms by the soothing voiced: Jeri Larsen
Ellie Simms by the gifted: Taeler Herr
David by the life-saving late comer: Eric
and Owen Musser will be played by the slick: Britton Bauer

I do not exaggerate when I say that we have an incredibly talented cast. Come and see them at their best! They have been directed by Meggan Steffensen with assistant directing by Rachel Povey and the show has been produced by Erik Gunn.

I have finally finalized the menu and it will be sure to satisfy:
a Salad and a Roll will await you at your table
you will then be served your main course of
Holy Smoke BBQ Beek Brisket
a Baked Potato
and Green Beans
a dessert of either Peanut Butter Creme Pie or Key Lime Pie should send you home with a perfectly satiated sweet tooth!

I know, I know....no more reading, just get your tickets! We'll see you there!

Special Offer!

Second Chance Theater is proud to present Tennessee Williams award-winning play "The Glass Menagerie," March 26 and 27th, 2010 at the Community Arts Center in Farmington.

A Special offer for "The Foreigner" patrons: Redeem your ticket stubs the night of your performance for $1.00 off each $8.00 ticket purchased for "The Glass Menagerie." Don't miss this opportunity to see one of the classic plays of the modern theater!

THE STORY: Amanda Wingfield is a faded, remnant of Southern gentility who lives in poverty in a dingy St. Louis apartment with her son, Tom, and her daughter, Laura. Amanda clings to her faded dreams and hopes for herself and her children. Tom struggles with his sense of responsibility and his yearning for freedom. While Laura lives a fragile existence within herself intensified by her desire to please her mother. When Tom invites a "gentleman caller" to dinner, Amanda sees a chance for all her dreams for her family to come true.

Don't Miss Out!

Time to get your tickets for our Fall Dinner Theater production of "The Foreigner" by Larry Shue! You can reference my previous post on a synopsis and we have firmed up the menu:

We'll start you off with a lovely SALAD and a ROLL

Then satisfy your craving for a local favorite: BEEF BRISKET from HOLY SMOKE BARBEQUE

On the side we'll round it out with POTATO SKINS and VEGGIES

And send you home with a satisfied sweet tooth with DESSERT!

Purchase tickets online now! or call 801-451-0953 to purchase them over the phone.

Introducing Jana Dearden - "Aladdin Jr." Director

I would like to introduce you to a director who is new to the Farmington Arts program - Jana Dearden. She is very excited to be directing our Youth Theater Production of Aladdin Jr. this fall. By way of introduction, her bio is below. I am already very excited about this show and Jana already has so much in place to make it a huge success! Auditions are next week, so come be a part of what is shaping up to be an amazing production!

Jana J. Dearden- Has a bachelors degree from Weber State University in Communications and Dance teaching. She has taught dance for 8 years at Roy High School and was director of RHS Danscompany and drill team advisor. She has performed numerous roles in college and community productions, including a touring vocal and theater group. Some of her favorite roles include Laurey (Oklahoma!), and Natalia (The Marriage Proposal.) She performed and choreographed for "Music USA" at Lagoon Amusement park. Wrote an original play performed at Westminster College production of Utah Shorts and was an adjunct professor one quarter in WSU dance department. Most recently she directed Children's Creative Arts productions including: Charlie & the Chocolate Factory, Alice in Wonderland and Big Bad.

We are so glad to have you as part of our Arts program Jana!