Armidale Playhouse Prompt - June 2009

Into the Woods. Information Night and Auditions

Stephen Sondheim’s wonderfully anarchic take on some well known fairy tales is our final production for this year. It will be directed by Jean Freer and Bruce Menzies will be the musical director.

An ambivalent Cinderella? A blood-thirsty Little Red Ridinghood? A Prince Charming with a roving eye? A Witch... who raps? They're all among the cockeyed characters in James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim's fractured fairy tale. When a Baker and his Wife learn they've been cursed with childlessness by the Witch next door, they embark on a quest for the special objects required to break the spell, swindling, lying to and stealing from Cinderella, Little Red, Rapunzel and Jack (the one who climbed the beanstalk). Everyone's wish is granted at the end of Act One, but the consequences of their actions return to haunt them later, with disastrous results. What begins as a lively irreverent fantasy in the style of “The Princess Bride” becomes a moving lesson about community responsibility and the stories we tell our children.

With plenty of unforgettable roles, transpositions on demand and no chorus, “Into The Woods” is a great way to showcase a talented ensemble cast. And since the show's emphasis is on character rather than spectacle, it is equally at home in large or intimate spaces. One of Sondheim's most popular works, this timeless yet relevant piece is a rare modern classic.

There is an information night for cast and crew at 7pm on Thursday 2 July at the new TAS Creative Arts Centre (where the show will go on in November).

Auditions will take place on 11 and 12 of July. To book an audition time phone Robyn Bradley on 0407 364 325.

Outside Edge Stumped

We were unable to cast Outside Edge so the production has been put on hold (or play has been called off due to bad light).

Members Nights

Our member’s nights are continuing. The next one at which you can see the video of week Three of Favourite Shorts (The staged poetry one) is at 7:30 on Friday 3rd of July. After that we’re planning some play readings.

Annual General Meeting

This year’s Annual General Meeting will take place on Monday 3rd August at 7:30pm in the Playhouse. All positions are up for grabs so come along and get involved.

Next Meeting

The next playhouse committee meeting to which everyone is welcome will be at 7:30pm on 6 July at the Playhouse. Meetings are held on the first Monday of each month.