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2011-2012 Season

2011-2012 - The Season of Inspiration, celebrating 17 years!

Oliver Twist

Adapted by:Joellen Bland, based on Charles Dickens’ classic book

For those who loved the classic Charles Dickens' story, enjoy again all of the fascinating characters from this exciting story:  the Artful Dodger, Fagin, the menacing Bill Sikes and the kind-hearted Nancy.  Travel with Oliver as he becomes involved in a plot containing mystery, robbery and revenge; until Oliver's true identity is discovered and he finds a home and happiness with his benefactor, Mr. Brownlow. 

Directed by: Brandon White

Auditions: September 11 and 12 at 6:30 p.m.
Show Runs: October 21-23, 28-30 and November 4-6


Little Women

Adapted by: Scott Davidson, from the Louisa May Alcott classic book.

Share this timeless and enduring classic about the March sisters’ journey from childhood to maturity during the American Civil War. Audiences of all generations will enjoy acquainting — or reacquainting — themselves with the sisters: Meg, the eldest; Jo, the high-spirited tomboy; Amy, the self-centered beauty; and gentle Beth, as well as their beloved Marmee and Father. Together the March family learns to endure both good times and bad as they share the joys and pains of growing up.

Directed by: Andrew Coopman
Auditions: October 17 and 18 at 6:30 p.m.
Show Runs: December 2-4, 9-11 and 16-18


Hunchback of Notre Dame

Adapted by: Craig Stump, from Victor Hugo's popular literary classic.

Two narrators, Souffle and his hyperactive younger brother, Cheese, relate this adaptation of Victor Hugo's French literary classic, and provide comic relief to this otherwise serious story.

Directed by: Cameron Anderson
Auditions: January 8 and 9 at 6:30 p.m.
Show Runs: February 18, 22-24, March 1, 2 and 4


Give My Regards to Broadway

Adapted by: From the book by Shubert Fendrich, with music and lyrics by George M. Cohan.

Dick Foster is opening a Broadway show but is having problems with both money and his leading lady.  Enter Mary Collins, an aspiring actress from New Rochelle, plus "Legs" Ruby, a Damon Runyon-type bookie who is on the run from the mob.  Just as all appears lost, a financial "angel" appears with the money to do the show, and Mary gets her big chance at stardom. 
Directed by: Emily Calasopa
Auditions: March 18 and 19 at 6:30 p.m.
Show Runs: May 18-20, 25-27, June 1-3


Interested in directing? If so, please send us an e-mail so that you may be considered for next season.

We are also accepting original scripts for consideration for use in future seasons. If you have one you would like to submit, please e-mail us.

Announcements

Audition classes!

First time? For children who will auditioning for the first time, we offer complimentary audition classes the Saturday morning before auditions. These classes are designed to help your child know what to expect and help understand how the audition process works.

2011-2012 Season!

Fighting For Myself
  Director: Leah Dach
  Completed!

Oliver Twist
  Director: Brandon White
  Auditions Sept 11 & 12
  Completed!

Little Women
  Director: Andrew Coopman
  Auditions Oct 17 & 18
  Shows Dec 2-4, 9-11 and 16-18
  Completed!

Hunchback of Notre Dame
  Director: Cameron Anderson
  Auditons Jan 8 & 9
  Shows Feb 18, 22-24 and Mar 1, 2 and 4

Give My Regards to Broadway
  Director: Emily Calasopa
  Auditions March 18 & 19
  Shows May 18-20, 25-27 and June 1-3


School Day Showings!

Attention Teachers: TAC is pleased to offer school day showings of any of our productions for a discounted rate. For more information or to schedule a school day showing, please email our ticket office!

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