Dallas Theatre Journal

  The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time Based on the novel by Mark Haddon, adapted by Simon Stephens Directed by: Chris Berthelot Reviewed by: Sara Jones One of the most beautiful aspects of theater is how it can open windows to other worlds. You may find yourself swept away to some exotic location or you may discover yourself viewing the world from the eyes of a 15-year-old boy with autism, the way you can during The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time at Allen Contemporary Theatre. The theater house opens, and as patrons find their seats, their view on the stage is of a utilitarian-style set, made up of gray boxes – simple and plain – and a shaggy stuffed dog that has been impaled by a garden fork, sitting center stage. At lights up, we find Christopher (impressively portrayed by the young Eddie Thompson ) discovering the dead dog and the first words of the play uttered are by Mrs. Shears (aka Voice 1 and other roles, played by Katherine Weber ) –

  Spirit Level By Pam Valentine Produced by Rover Dramawerks Spirit Level by Pam Valentine is a sweet story of a famous author who drowned in a boating accident, along with his wife.  Both are spirits,  inhabiting their summer cottage in New Hampshire.  When a young couple comes to rent the cottage, the ghostly pair find themselves connected to the young couple and steering them along.  By doing so, they have an opportunity to realize some mistakes from their own lives that lead them to redemption and closure.  Director Glynda Welch has assembled a stellar cast to bring this story to life with honesty, humor and heart. We first meet realtor Mark Webster (played by Budd Mahan ,) as he prepares to show the cottage of author Jack Cameron (played by Jeff York ) and his lovely wife Susie (played by Heather York ) who are the abiding spirit couple, often playing tricks on Webste r, as to avoid possible renters of the place.  The very refined Mahan is so masterfully befuddled by the co

Rogers and Hammerstein's   Cinderella Music by Richard Rogers Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein New Book by Douglas Carter Beane Original book by Oscar Hammerstein II Reviewed by Grant Palmore  The tale of Cinderella is a timeless classic: A woman of low means crosses paths with a charming prince through a twist of fate, magic, and a particular shoe. Similarly, the musical Cinderella by Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II, is cemented into the fabric of American culture. Originally the duo created the show for televised performance in 1957 headlining Julie Andrews. In the decades following, the musical continued to morph through adaptations including two more screen adaptations and a formal Broadway production. The Upright Theatre Co.’s production harkens from the version fitted for Broadway in 2013 with additional songs from the Richard Rodgers canon and a new book by Douglas Carter Beane.  Natalie Burkhart (Director) has assembled a team that delivers a fabulous night of fantasy a

  AUDITION NOTICE: "Superior Donuts" by Tracy Letts Directors: Sharon Kaye Miller & Larry Cure Equity Contracts Available Audition Date: Saturday, April 1, 2023 beginning @ 1:00 pm By appointment only Appointments: https://bit.ly/superiordonuts For questions regarding your audition, please email Production Manager, Maria Leon Hickox at maria@theatrearlington.org Location: Theatre Arlington, 305 W Main St. Arlington, TX 76010 Performance Schedule: July 21 – August 6, 2023 Thursdays – Saturdays at 7:30 pm & Sundays at 2:00 pm Rehearsal Schedule: Rehearsals begin June 20, 2023 Audition Requirements: Please arrive at least 15 minutes early with your headshot and resume Cold readings from the script Audition sides are on the TA website: About the Show: Author Przybyszewski owns a decrepit donut shop in the uptown neighborhood of Chicago. Franko Wicks, a black teenager who is his only employee, wants to change the shop for the better. This comedy-drama by Tony Award and Pul