Jack And The Beanstalk
By John Morley
Directed by Steve Stott
December 6, 7, 13, 14, 15 (Matinee), 20, 21, 22 (Matinee), 27, 28, 2019
Friday & Saturday 8:00PM
Sunday Matinee 2:00PM
Traditional British Panto returns to Sherman! Oh yes it does! Jack and the Beanstalk is one of the UK's favorite pantos, filled with spectacle, songs and good family fun. Falling on hard times good-hearted dreamer Jack is sent by his mother, Dame Trott to market to sell his faithful, sweet-natured cow Daisy. Meanwhile Fleshcreep, the Giant's wicked henchman is sent to terrorize the kingdom and kidnap the Princess, stealing her away to his master's castle in the clouds. Why does Jack exchange Daisy for a bag of magic beans? Will the Princess be rescued from Fleshcreep's evil clutches? Can the Giant be defeated and the kingdom freed? Find out as Jack climbs the beanstalk to adventure aided by his silly brother, a good fairy and a bumbling King with his dimwitted guards! There'll be music, dancing, magic, thrills, spills and jokes coming thick and fast! Fun for all the family where the audience is definitely encouraged to join in the silliness!
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Auditions will be Sunday, December 8th by appointment, Monday, December 9th, 6:30 to 8:00 and Tuesday, December 10th, 6:30 to 10:00
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Jack and the Beanstalk Panto rehearsal That's Michael Wright playing the 'Dame' not yet 'dragged out' as it were...
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CASTING CALL.
Please contact director Steven Stott
Men Needed! The Sherman Playhouse is looking for men to join the ensemble in Jack and the Beanstalk, our traditional British Panto - a hugely entertaining family show that's a mix of Fairy Tale and Broadway musical with a splash of Monty Python thrown in the mix!
The show is full of spectacle, corny jokes and great songs such as 'We're in the money', 'It's not where you start, it's where you finish', 'Anything you can do, I can do better' and many more. Casting ages 13 and up.
We're rehearsing now and open on December 6. For more information please respond to this post, contact Director Steve Stott by direct message or email information@shermanplayers.org
Feee, Fiiii, Foe, Fum, I smell the feet of an englishmaan!
Rehearsal shot of Jack and the Beanstalk. Tickets on sale now. Shermanplayers.org
Inside the Sherman Playhouse video interview with Brad Blake - mailchi.mp/9ee14a0af777/inside-the-sherman-playhouse-video-interview-with-brad-blake
“The biggest delights of the Sherman production of Cabaret are Ms Marble and Mr Haliwell are not only charming, they are the tender spot, the emotional ballast, and the soul, if you will, of this production “. Dan Dwyer, Offscript. Four more performances. Shermanplayers.org
“Cabaret is artful and scary and very entertaining”. Marsden Epworth, The Lakeville Journal. Today’s edition. Continuing this weekend. Presales going fast. Shermanplayers.org
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JACK AND THE BEANSTALK DRAMATIS PERSONAE
Jack Trot Sophia Delohery
Princess Melanie Lizzy Booth
Dame Trot Michael Wright
Fleshcreep Robin Frome
Vegetable Fairy Jody Bayer
Silly Billy Daniel Tarantino
King Satupon VII Chris Marker
Sergeant Spick Amanda Bunting
Corporal Span Tyler Holm
Clarence Clanger Gary Blu
Blodwyn Blunderbore Stacy-Lee Erickson Frome
The Dreadful Dragon Lynn Nissenbaum
Daisy the Cow Daisy Stott & Melissa Wiener
Ensemble (Villagers, Townsfolk, Beanstalk People, Prisoners, Minions): Judy Sullivan, Haley Fuller, William Kenyon, Kimberly Marcus, Kevin McCarthy,Carolyn McCarthy, Daisy Stott, Melissa Wiener, Lynn Nissenbaum, Jess Leerson, Stacy-Lee Erickson Frome
Congrats all!
CRITICS AGREE: Cabaret is Hot
"...this production under the formidable direction and choreography of Bradford Blake errs on the side of authenticity. Blake captures the essence of trouble so hot it’s about to bubble, and Charles Smith as music director knows just when to turn the rhythmic heat up so high that everything boils over." - Joanne Rochman, Republican American - mailchi.mp/986e0db6935c/critics-agree-cabaret-is-hot
This Show is A Must See! The voices... AMAZING!
Great review of Cabaret. Newtown Bee.
www.newtownbee.com/09262019/
theater-review-playhouse-production-of-cabaret-offers-stunning-night-of/
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Under the direction of the multitalented and skilled Bradford Blake, The Sherman Players have mounted a striking production ofNote: Erin Walsh was a Kit Kat girl as well and should be mentioned for her talent in the show. 💕
Reminder - Jack and the Beanstalk Auditions this Monday & Tuesday! - mailchi.mp/54214122c89e/reminder-jack-and-the-beanstalk-auditions-this-monday-tuesday
Are there any non singing parts for an enthusiastic 14 yr old?
Half price preview tonight for Cabaret. 8 pm show no reservations necessary. . Trish Haldin photo. Www.shermanplayers.org
Costumer Terry Hawley and Director Bradford Blake check the EmCees costume for rehearsal. Cabaret opens this weekend. Www.shermanplayers.org
ATTENTION AUDITION NOTICE!
FE-FI-FO-FUM! Announcing Auditions for The Sherman Players’ production of the traditional British Panto, Jack and The Beanstalk.
Where: The green room at the Sherman Playhouse.
When: Monday Sept 23 and Tuesday Sept 24 from 7pm to 9.30pm
Who: Adults and youths 13 yrs and older
This Panto takes the traditional story of Jack climbing the beanstalk to do battle with the evil giant and throws in magic, song, spectacle, romance and more than a little old fashioned vaudeville slapstick comedy and a splash of Monty Python!. This is a show for the whole family – where the audience is definitely encouraged to join in the fun!
In addition to the large principal cast, the ensemble features prominently throughout the show – very much a character in itself!
All principal characters should sing well, though there are very few solo songs, and ensemble members should be comfortable with some simple harmonies. Above all what’s needed is enthusiasm, comic timing and a great sense of fun!
If auditioning for a named role please prepare 8-16 bars of an upbeat song. Sides will be provided for readings.
Character descriptions are below. This information and the audition sides will also be posted to our website www.shermanplayers.org.
For more information please contact director Steve Stott at information@shermanplayers.org.
Jack Trot – (traditionally played by a female) -Our hero, a good hearted dreamer. Loves the princess.
Dame Trot - (traditionally played by male) – Jack’s mother. Over the top, big of heart, hair and of bosom.
Fleshcreep – (Male) The big baddie. The Giant’s wicked henchman. The audience will boo him, and he’ll love it!
The Vegetable Fairy – (female) Intent on helping Jack, her magic doesn’t always work and when it does it’s horticultural.
Silly Billy – (male) Jack’s brother. A cheeky chappie, he’ll help anyone and loves to get the audience involved!
King Satupon – (male) His kingdom has seen better days, always short of money since the Giant demands his taxes. Has a big crush on the Dame.
Princess Melanie – (female) Feisty and kind. She loves Jack.
Sergeant Spick and Corporal Span – (male or female) The King’s Guards. Hapless, clueless, witless. They just want to be paid.
Clarance/Clarice Clanger – (male or female) The town crier, a bit too enthusiastic with his/her bell.
Blodwyn Blunderbore – (female) The Giant’s human wife. A nasty piece of work, she lords it over the Giant’s prisoners.
The Giant Blunderbore – Big and Bad. Heard throughout the Panto, he appears in Act Two. He can be played by an ensemble member.
Daisy the cow – Traditional Panto cow, her costume is inhabited by two actors who move well. Lots of fun business. The audience will love her!
Villagers, Townsfolk, Prisoners of the Giant, Magical Folk, Wedding Guests – an ensemble with lots to do and lots to sing!
ATTENTION: the Playhouse is In search of an experienced Musical Director for Jack and the Beanstalk
This traditional British Panto is full of songs, dance, comedy and spectacle and the MD will be responsible for arranging and teaching songs to the cast as well as performing for the shows.
Opening on December 6th, rehearsals for the show start in October.
This is a paid position. Please contact director Steve Stott at information@shermanplayers.org for further information
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Herr and Fraulein sharing a moment in rehearsal for Cabaret. shermanplayers.org Trish Haldin photo
Next up on Inside the Sherman Playhouse Cabaret Director and choreographer Bradford Blake. Air date TBA.
