Actor's Notes March 26, 2004
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Hey there! We are ever growing into April and Spring is makin' herself known in the neighborhood! I've been keeping my eye on some mystery flowers gradually blooming in the adventure yard -- may not have to do the flower work I thought I'd need to do --WOW! And speaking of spring, new growth and creations blossoming --she says in a wacky loosely related segue -- lets take a look at March's final bow in her theatrical garden --......did I just really type that? hmmmmm....

ON STAGE NOW:
"Smokey Joe's Cafe", directed by Patrick Lambrecht, will open at Lincoln Community Playhouse Friday March 12th and will run for 4 weekends through April 4th. (7:30 Thur-Frid-Sat, 2:00 Sun). Call 489-7529 for more info and reservations.

LAST WEEKEND:
"Midsummer Night's Dream", written by -- do I really need to say?-- and directed by Bob Hall will open at the Haymarket Theatre Thursday, March 11th and will run for 3 weekends. (Thurs through Sat at 7:30 pm and Sun at 2:00 pm. Call 477-2600 for more info and reservations.)

"FOREVER PLAID", March 18-21 / March 25-28 -- Thur-Sat 7:30pm / Sun 2:00pm
At The Loft at the Mill , Above The Mill, 8th & P Lincoln, Nebraska. Tickets Only $15.00 (opening night special $10) Reservations recommended / Seating by General Admission. Contact TADA Productions: 402-438-8232 for more information and reservations.

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AH! A NEW SEED EMERGES! THE AUDITION VARIETY... (planted by Beth Muehling and Tim Mittan)
Looking For Talented Individuals to Join a Professional Improv Troupe. To Sign Up Call 474-6083 or 440-8902 To Get on the List (Please leave name and Phone number). Auditions April 5, 2004 6:30 PM with Callbacks April 7, 2004 7:00 PM; Located at 4441 N 1st Street (1st and Superior) -- Highlandview Apt. Club House.
Potential members must have previous Improv or theatrical training or experience. Resume and photo are NOT required, but welcome. Wear loose clothing for movement exercises. Auditions require group work so please plan on a better part of the evening. If you cannot make the times above please let them know so they can make arrangements.

LAST CALL FOR AUDITIONS!:
OPEN AUDITIONS FOR MAHONEY PARK THEATRE'S 2004 MELODRAMAS
Open auditions for the 2004 summer melodrama season at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park have been scheduled. The Park is
located midway between The Cities of Omaha and Lincoln on Interstate I-80 near Ashland. This marks the 12th consecutive

season of Summer melodrama performances at the Denman and Mary Mallory Kountze Memorial Theatre located centrally in the

Park. The shows are popular Family entertainment in a comfortable, climate controlled indoor setting.

Auditions will consist of script readings individually and with others in a private setting. Scripts are not available prior to the auditions, but applicants will be given ample time for preparation. Picture and resume are not required but are welcome.

Actors receive compensation based on theatre attendance.

WHERE: Howell Theatre, Temple Building, 12 & R streets, Lincoln, NE

WHEN: Saturday, March 27, 10 - 12:00 a.m - Room 16

Sunday, March 28, 10 - 12 a.m. - Room 308

Callbacks Sunday, March 28, 2 - 5 p.m - Room 308

NEEDED: 3 women, 2 men

Auditions for THE FANTASTICKS
Everyone is welcome to take part in auditions on March 30 & 31 for this special musical. If you would like to make an audition appointment please call 438-8232. On stage at the Loft at the Mill in May! see more at www.tadaproductions.info

SHE'S BAAAACK!

Buddy Starr is returning for two nights to Lincoln in PICTURES OF AN EXHIBITIONIST. Buddy is the character creation of local director and actor Paul Pearson. Pearson was the creator of Buddy Starr's Screaming Kupcakes, a mix of pop-music, camp, broad humor, and social satire. Starring in the diverse cast with Buddy will be popular local actors Beth Muehling and Robie Hayak. They will be joined by featured performance artists and gender illusionists Freida Lae, Red Essence, Destiny, and Skylar. Actors Ward Lewis, Keith Potts, and "Mr. Q 2003" Dan co-star. Performance dates: Friday and Saturday, March 26 and 27, 2004. At the "Q", 226 South 9th Street. Doors open at 8:00 p.m. Curtain at 9:00 p.m. All tickets are $6.00 at the door. Anyone under 19 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult guardian. Adult content and language: not recommended for most people under 16.
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Well that should take care of the theatrical endeavors through the end of March -- And from the looks out the window tonight, March is making a stormy exit -- how dramatic! But is there any other way, dahlinks! Cheers till next week!