War of the Worlds radio show

October 21-23, 2011

Director: Joe Campanella

Adapted by Orson Welles

Preview October 10, 2011 at SterlingFest!

We are looking for candidates to direct an old-style radio show, complete with sound effects, of War of the Worlds. Originally performed as a Halloween episode of the Mercury Theatre, this production depicts a series of simulated news bulletins, which suggested to listeners that an actual Martian invasion was in progress. Directors should plan for an excerpt of the show to be previewed at SterlingFest on October 10, 2011.

It's a Wonderful Life

December 2-4, 9-11, 2011

**SCRIPT CHANGE - The Playmakers were unable to secure the rights to produce Miracle on 34th Street. We will therefore produce It's a Wonderful Life instead.

Director: Kathy Bleutge

Written by James Rodgers, Based upon the film by Frank Capra and the story by Phillip Stern.

Synopsis: This is the heart-warming story of George Bailey, the Everyman from the small town of Bedford Falls, whose dreams of escape and adventure have been repeatedly squashed by notions of family obligation and civic duty. It is Christmas Eve, and George's guardian angel, Clarence, descends to save him from despair, and to remind him (by showing him what the world would be like had he never been born) that his has been, after all, a wonderful life... This sparkling and magical play has all of your favorite characters: George and Mary, Clarence, Mother Bailey, Uncle Billy, Violet, Bert, Ernie, and of course the Scrooge-like character, Mr. Potter, plus many more. It's a Wonderful Life not only celebrates the Season, it also celebrates the American philosophy of life: that hard work, fair play, and the love and support of family and community will be rewarded. There are roles for 12 men, 10 women, and several boys and girls ages six and up, plus carolers and townspeople.

MURDER By MURDER

Director’s Choice Murder Mystery

Dates in February 2012 TBD

Written and Directed by Terry Nelson DiMurro

Imagine coming to a murder mystery dinner and a real murder occurs. Once again the Playmakers will present and evening of dinner and Who Dun It. A challenge for the performers with this script is they have to play two roles, the characters that they play in the Murder Mystery Murder in Disguise and the company members who are suspects of the real murder. Performing in February Murder by Murder will be a fun evening of disguises, motives, alibis and dinner.

The Odd Couple

By Neil Simon

April 13-14, 20-22, 27-29, 2012

Directors: Brian Garrison and Bob Rosenberg

Synopsis: This classic comedy concerns two mismatched roommates: one neat and uptight, the other more easygoing and slovenly. The original cast was done with two male leads, but the Playmakers are doing their own unique twist of this Neil Simon favorite. We are looking for 1-2 directors who will select two casts: one with male leads and one with female leads. Each version of the show will run for four performances.

Hello, Dolly! (musical)

Lyrics & music by Jerry Herman; Book by Michael Stewart

July 20-22, 27-29 and August 3-5, 2012

Director: Beth Howard

Synopsis: Dolly Levi, the well-known matchmaker, attempts to find herself a husband in the wealthy Horace Vandergelder. Meanwhile, she matches together a rich widow, Irene Molloy with Vandergelder's employee, Cornelius Hackl. She also sets up Molloy's assistant, Minnie, with Cornelius's assistant, Barnaby. Further, she matches the poor artist, Ambrose, with Vandergelder's niece, Ermengarde. There is a ruckus at an upscale restaurant and a court case. Will Dolly convince Vandergelder to be her man?

By Rodgers and Hammerstein

November 2-4, 9-11, 16-18, 2012

Director: Joe Campanella

Synopsis: In the classic fairy tale, poor Cinderella is endlessly abused by her wicked stepmother and stepsisters and not allowed to attend the Royal Ball. With the help from her Fairy Godmother, Cinderella goes to the ball, meets the Prince, falls in love and lives happily ever after. This classic tale is combined with world famous Rodgers and Hammerstein songs. Directors should plan for an excerpt of the show to be previewed at SterlingFest on October 6, 2012

December 7-9, 2012

Director: Terry DiMurro

We are looking for candidates to create and direct a holiday themed cabaret show. Ideas and venues must be submitted in advance for board approval.