I was recently asked about my theory on casting shows, especially when considering stars. Do I like one big blockbuster name? Or do I like to cast a "package" of lesser known names, but more of them?
In other words, if casting my show was like roulette, do I put [...]
I tried to get into golf at least three times before I was twenty five. Just couldn't do it. I was way too impatient. I wanted more action. It was expensive. And it seemed like a "old guy's game."
In the last five years, I've picked it back up. And I've [...]
WHO: Musicals at Richter
SEEKING:
Musicals at Richter (MAR), now in its 27th season as the longest-running outdoor theater in Connecticut, will hold an additional call for selected roles and ensemble parts in its 2011 season on Saturday, April 30 from 1 – 3 p.m. at The Melrose School, 120 Federal Hill Road, in Brewster, [...]
WHO: Signature Theatre Company
SEEKING: Signature Theatre Company, one of New York’s leading off-Broadway theatres, is looking for a Deck Carpenter for its production of Tony Kushner’s THE ILLUSION. Deck Carpenter reports directly to the Production Stage Manager.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Back stage run crew for all technical rehearsals, rehearsals before previews, understudy/put-in rehearsals, and performances [...]
WHO: Paper Mill Playhouse
SEEKING: Press Assistant, part time, 25 hours per week
Reporting to the Director of Press and Public Relations, the Press Assistant aids the department with all aspects of publicity. Primary responsibilities include: writing press releases, pitching stories, coordinating interviews, archiving clips, setting up press events, creating press packets, managing the press [...]
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