It's both exciting and sad to see actors move on, often to larger markets. Last week we said good-bye and God speed to two ATS favorites -- Hannah Dean and Pauline Komu.

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And Pauline Komu's been accepted for study at the Stella Adler Acting Studio. Pauline auditioned via a DVD that we recorded several months ago -- and apparently the response from the Adler studio was, "we'd like to see more of you!" It's exciting stuff and something that Pauline's been preparing for ever since she's arrived in the U.S.

It's both exciting and sad to see actors move on, often to larger markets. Last week we said good-bye and God speed to two ATS favorites -- Hannah Dean and Pauline Komu.

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Hannah's moving to the Washington D.C. area, where her husband Aaron will be administering a swimming league. Hannah's excited about exploring the D.C. theatre scene and commercial market. While we'll certainly miss her smiling face, her wry humor and her driven acting talent. Break a leg, Hannah!

PRESS RELEASE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 23, 2008
MEDIA CONTACT: Eric Magnus, Artistic Director
913-432-9100
emagnitude@yahoo.com
www.thebarnplayers.org

THE BARN PLAYERS ANNOUNCE AUDITIONS FOR...

JEKYLL & HYDE

Music by Frank Wildhorn
Lyrics by Leslie Bricusse
Directed by Eric Van Horn
Musical Direction by Marsha Canaday
Stage Manager: Emily Benson
Tech Director: Bill Wright
Costumer: Deb Winstone

AUDITIONS: September 21st & 22nd 7:00pm
September 23rd 7:00pm - 7:15pm

Prepare a complete dramatic musical theatre song. A cappella auditions are strongly discouraged. There will be cold reading from the script (with an English accent) for some roles. A basic dance/movement evaluation may be conducted if time allows.

We've started some advertising on 98.9 The Rock. Jason Nivens, their
on-air talent on weekdays from 7 PM to midnight, has been studying at the
studio for some time. We had a lot of fun putting this video together --
it's linked to the 98.9 site.

Also, my rep from The Rock, Donna Sokol, has started studying recently.
Donna's interested in writing for film and TV, but she better watch out,

Olathe Community Theatre Association*

Auditions for "Rabbit Hole":
Aug 23-24: 1-5 pm Sat; 5-9 pm Sun

RABBIT HOLE
by David Lindsay-Abaire (Winner of the 2007
Pulitzer Prize for Drama)

“David Lindsay-Abaire has crafted a drama that’s
not just a departure but a revelation—an in-
tensely emotional examination of grief, laced
with wit, insightfulness, compassion and searing
honesty.” —Variety

Becca and Howie Corbett have everything a family
could want, until a life-shattering accident —
the death of their four-year-old son, Danny —
turns their world upside down and leaves the

Casting -

Saturday August 16th from 12-5pm for the feature "For the Guy in the Back Row".

Casting for ages 18-25 male and female for leads and 35-50 males for leads. Actors should bring prepared monologue, headshot and preferably will schedule a time and/or confirm audition. This film is deferred payment. Shoot begins in September and will be shot in High Definition.

The address is 11920 North Forest Ave, Kansas City, Mo 64155 - Contact Adam Roberts (Producer) via Wasteofmindfilms@gmail.com or 816-728-2326

Sincerely,
Adam Roberts
Writer-Director-Producer
Waste of Mind Films

Michelle comes to us with an impressive resume that includes a ton of commercial work as well as experience as an investigative reporter and news anchor. She's got a great natural style that's instinctive and well considered. Michelle's represented by Talent Unlimited. AG

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The Mystery Train is holding auditions for its fall production, "The Legend of the Spooky Switchman", this Sunday, Aug 10 from 1 to 5 pm and Monday, August 11th, from 5 to 9 pm by appointment only.

Seeking three women and one man to portray characters in an interactive murder mystery comedy, set in 1958 on a train. Show opens Sept 5 and runs through Nov 1, with performances on Thurs, Fri, and Sat evenings. Rehearsals begin Aug 17. There is perfomrance pay.

For more information, or to schedule an appointment, please call 816-813-9654.

Theatre for Young America*
(Equity)

Season 2008-2009 by Various: Sep 3: 4 pm Wed
The plays include BUSYTOWN, TOUGHEST KID IN THE
WORLD, THE LITTLE SNOW GIRL, AFRICA'S DAUGHTERS,
LILLY'S PURPLE PLASTIC PURSE, THE LION, THE
WITCH, AND THE WARDROBE, and TREASURE ISLAND.
Auditions are also for the TYA touring shows of
TRIPLE PLAY and CHICKEN LITTLE. Directed by
Gene Mackey, Valerie Mackey, Missy Koonce,
Robert Foulk. THEATRE FOR YOUNG AMERICA is
holding Equity and non-Equity auditions for its
2008-9 season of plays on Wednesday, September
3, 2008, from 4 to 6pm. Auditioners should

Starlight Theatre will hold local auditions on
Saturday, Aug. 9, for its September presentation
of LES MISERABLES. The theatre is seeking strong
singers ages 14 to 18. Dance training is a plus,
but is not required.

Registration for auditions will begin at 10 a.m.
in the Berger Rehearsal Hall at Starlight, 4600
Starlight Road, Kansas City, MO 64132. Auditions
will run through 3 p.m.

Those auditioning should bring a resume and
recent head shot and be prepared to sing the
first two verses of "At the End of the
Day" and the final verse of "Master of the
House." More details are available at

Got this from Amanda Riley, ATS actor and Martin City actor and administrative assistant. AG

MARTIN CITY AT METCALF
9601 METCALF AVENUE, OVERLAND PARK, KS 66212
METCALF SOUTH SHOPPING CENTER
(913) 642-7576

“LOTS OF LAUGHS, WITHOUT THE STINK OF ART”—Charles Ludlam

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Amanda Riley
(913) 642-7576

THE MARTIN CITY MELODRAMA & VAUDEVILLE COMPANY ANNOUNCES AUDITIONS FOR ITS 23rd SEASON!

WHO: The Martin City Melodrama & Vaudeville Company announces auditions for