Auditions Seeking All Ages & Genders...
The Stage is Set! Announcing the 2013 Season...
SCA is thrilled to announce an exciting slate of productions that will be mounted this summer. The high caliber of talent and incredible support team will ensure that this is a banner year for our young but rapidly maturing theatre company! All performances will be held at Cooperstown Theatre Festival (7163 State Hwy 80) unless otherwise noted.
July 10-13 at 8 PM and July 14 at 3 PM -- "The Compleat Works of Shakespeare Abridged"
Directed by Danielle Newell
Starring Steve Dillon, Michael Henrici, and...
July 19-20 at 8 PM and July 21 at 3 PM --
"The Heidi Chronicles"
Directed by Rebecca Burk-Sciallo
Auditions scheduled for May 21 from 7-9 PM at SCA (55 Pioneer St, Cooperstown), May 22 from 7-9 PM at Townsquare Media (34 Chestnut St, Oneonta), and May 23 from 7-9 PM at SCA
July 24 at 7 PM -- Storytelling Evening When All That's Left is Laughter at SCA (Free)
August 9-10 at 8 PM -- Community Play Festival (Free by Donation)
Details about how you can be involved coming soon!
August 23-24 at 8 PM and August 25 at 3 PM --
"Flowers for Algernon"
Directed by Michael Henrici
Auditions scheduled for May 21 from 7-9 PM at SCA, May 22 from 7-9 PM at Townsquare Media (34 Chestnut St, Oneonta), and May 23 from 7-9 PM at SCA
Theatre Ticket Package
(includes Compleat Works, Heidi, American Renaissance, & Flowers)
Adults $ 18 ( $60 package for all 4) Seniors/Students $15 ( $50 package) Children $12 ( $40 package) Children 6 and under Free
Adults $ 18 ( $60 package for all 4) Seniors/Students $15 ( $50 package) Children $12 ( $40 package) Children 6 and under Free
Performance Workshops at SCA
More Details Coming Soon
August 3-4 -- Teen/Adult Shakespeare Intensive
August 5-10 -- Children's Theatre Camp (Showcase Performance on August 10 at Cooperstown Theatre Festival as Part of Community Play Festival)
Cast of The Children's Hour Post-Performance
CASTING CALL FOR "PURSUED BY A BEAR PLAY READING SERIES" SCA is so pleased to announce casting calls for our Pursued By A Bear Play Reading Series! (For those who may not know, the title is actually Shakespeare's most famous stage direction, taken from The Winter's Tale.) A play reading is not a full production with sets, costumes, props, or blocking. Instead, performers are rehearsed just a few times in order to present a show simply with the scripts in hand and minimal movement. For audiences, it's an excellent way to experience a great theatrical work because the meaning, the relationships, and the plot remain intact. For actors, it is an exciting opportunity to hone one's craft and develop new skills.
No need to prepare anything in advance-- sides will be provided. Except for the first round of casting calls for Much Ado & Inherit the Wind (which will be held in the Pottery Studio), the second round of casting calls, rehearsals, & performances will be held in 43 Pioneer Street, Cooperstown. Much Ado About Nothing  Performance Date: Saturday, February 9 at 4 PM Location: 43 Pioneer Street, Cooperstown, NY Casting Call: Tuesday, January 29 from 7-9 PM in the Pottery Studio Specs breakdown: Men, women, & teens-- all ages. Rehearsals: TBD and Monday, February 4 from 6-9 PM; Saturday, February 9 TBD Much Ado About Nothing is one of Shakespeare's most beloved comedies. It explores the thin line between love and hate, betrayal, and mistaken identity with some of the wittiest dialogue ever written. Chosen to coincide with Winter Carnival's fabulous "British Invasion" theme, this is a must for Bard enthusiasts. |
Inherit the Wind by Jerome Lawrence and Robert Edwin Lee  Performance Date:
Location: 43 Pioneer Street, Cooperstown, NY Casting Call: Tuesday, January 29 from 7-9 PM in the Pottery Studio Specs Breakdown: Men, women, & teens-- all ages. Rehearsal Schedule: Monday, February 11 and Monday, February 18 from 6-9 PM; Saturday, February 23 TBD Inherit the Wind is one of the most incendiary and captivating courtroom dramas ever written. Revolving around the real-life circumstances and people involved in the famous Scopes Monkey Trial, this play explores the "missing link": that which exists between science and religion. Still a hot button issue today, evolution and education are on trial against persecution and traditional values. How will the jury rule? |
The Children's Hour by Lillian Hellman  Performance Date:
Location: 43 Pioneer Street, Cooperstown, NY Casting Call: Monday, February 25 from 7-9 PM in 43 Pioneer Street Specs Breakdown: Females aged 14-50 Rehearsal Schedule: Monday, March 4 from 6-9 PM and Thursday, March 7 from 6-9 PM; Saturday, March 9 TBD The Children's Hour takes place in an all-girls boarding school run by two women, Karen Wright and Martha Dobie. An angry student, Mary Tilford, runs away from the school and to avoid being sent back she tells her grandmother that the two headmistresses are having an affair. The accusation has stunning life altering consequences. A show that is still controversial and relevant decades after it was first staged. |
Charlie & the Chocolate Factory adapted by Richard George from the book by Roald Dahl  Performance Date:
Location: 43 Pioneer Street, Cooperstown, NY Casting Call: Monday, February 25 from 7-9 PM in 43 Pioneer Street Specs Breakdown: Children & Teens-- must be able to read. Rehearsal Schedule: Monday, March 11 and Monday March 18 from 6-9 PM; Saturday, March 23 TBD We all know the story of Charlie, the poor boy whose dreams come true in Willy Wonka's Chocolate Factory. Now, the kids in our own community have the opportunity to experience the magic. Directed by local kid extraordinaire Jonah Groom. Fun for the entire family! |
| Why Theatre? | |
Theatre has the power to reach deep into our hearts and minds. By sharing stories and the human experience, we learn to empathize and understand one another.
As actors and audiences, we can explore and transform. How often do we wish we could go somewhere new or be someone else, even if only for a day? On stage, all things are possible.
Through theatre we learn. Why do people do and say the things they say? What inspires us? What do we fear? Plays answer these questions... and also poses new ones with which to grapple.
Most important... it's just so much fun! |
The Compleat Works of Shakespeare Abridged
By Adam Long, Daniel Singer, & Jess Winfield
Directed by Danielle Newell
Starring Michael Henrici, Steve Dillon, & Tio Schluter IV
Stage Manager...
Rebecca Ortenberg
Assistant SM...
Kate O'Handley
(Teaser Video shows our very first table read-- already a riot!)
SCA's Glimmer Globe Theatre is currently rehearsing our production of The Compleat Works of Shakespeare Abridged for a 2013 winter and spring tour to theatres and schools throughout New York. This play is a hilarious spoof in the spirit of Monty Python that lovingly and ludicrously condenses all of Shakespeare into 90 minutes with all the parts played by 3 men. Much loved by adults and children alike, it is an excellent hook to get young people interested in Shakespeare, which is why the production is accompanied by a teaching tool-- a resource guide filled with information, lessons, and activities that teachers may use both before and after the performance to further their students' learning. The cast and director will also lead pre and post show discussions, as well as a question and answer session.
$500 to book. Contact director@smithyarts.org for more information.
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*Glimmer Globe Acting Studio offers private and group lessons taught by Danielle Newell. To arrange or inquire for details and pricing, please contact director@smithyarts.org
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Open Eye Theater's Walking Toward America
Smithy Center for the Arts is delighted to present an Open Eye Theater production of a concert performance of Walking Toward America by Sandra Fenichel Asher. Starring Patricia Van Tassel (who performed Shirley Valentine at the Smithy in 2010 to high praise), the play centers on the courageous story of young Ilga Vise and her family as they fled their homeland of Latvia during World War II. It is an incredibly well-acted, uplifting piece under the skillful direction of Amie Brockway.
One night only on September 22nd at 8 PM.
Reserve in advance! Tickets are $18 adults, $15 students/seniors, $12 children under 12.
Wear your PumpkinFest t-shirt for a 20% discount on tickets!
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MIDSUMMER MADNESS SHAKESPEARE ACTING INTENSIVE
For aspiring actors or anyone with a love of theatre-- and particularly the classics-- the Smithy is delighted to offer an incredible learning opportunity: a FREE full Shakespearean Acting Intensive this weekend, August 17-19, for all ages and stages of ability!
The workshop focuses on the Bard's "A Midsummer Night's Dream" and will run Friday 4-8 PM at the Smithy, Saturday 10 AM- 5:30 PM at the Smithy, and Sunday 11 AM- 5 PM at Cooperstown Theatre Festival located at 7163 State Highway 80 (near the opera).
On Saturday night at 7 PM, a special free, open to the public screening of the film starring Christian Bale, Kevin Kline, and Michelle Pfeiffer will be held on the third floor of the Smithy gallery. On Sunday, all of the workshop participants will perform in a free, open to the public showcase at Cooperstown Theatre Festival.
The workshop intensive is taught by Manhattan Shakespearean Acting Coach and Expert, Melinda Hall. Although the workshop is free, you must call 631-219-7197 in advance to reserve a spot!
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Summer Production Schedule:
Lone Star/Laundry & Bourbon
Directed by Steve Dillon & Danielle Newell and featuring a rockin' Honky Tonk Band led by Darcy Gibson.
Two timely, paired one-act plays about post-Vietnam era Texans. At once hilarious and deeply moving.
Friday, July 13th and Saturday, July 14th at 8 PM; Sunday, July 15th at 3 PM.
Venue: Cooperstown Theatre Festival (8 miles up the west side of Otsego Lake).
$18 Adults, $15 Students/Seniors, $12 Children 12 & under. (Adult language, parental guidance recommended). Veterans free.
American Renaissance Theater: Staged Play Readings & One-Man Show.
Tuesday, July 24th and Wednesday, July 25th at 8 PM.
Performances in the Smithy Gallery. Featuring delicious international cuisine from the mobile Origins Cafe!
$18 Adults, $15 Students/Seniors, $12 Children 12 & under.
Love, Loss, & What I Wore directed by Susan Melchior
Friday, August 24th and Saturday, August 25th at 8 pm; Sunday, August 26th at 3 pm.
Performances at Cooperstown Theatre Festival (8 miles up the west side of Otsego Lake).
$18 Adults, $15 Students/Seniors, $12 Children 12 & under.
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Glimmer Globe Acting Studio Classes:
***In preparation for an exciting season of theatre this summer, classes in the spring will be scheduled by request for both individuals and groups of 4 or more. Scene study, monologues, character development, audition technique, and improv for children, teens, & adults. Inquire for pricing.
This Summer:
Children's Theatre Camp runs weekdays Monday, July 30th- Friday, August 10th from 1-5 p.m. Special Performance Showcase on Friday, August 10th at 5 pm at Cooperstown Theatre Festival (8 miles up the west side of Otsego Lake). Camp cost $300. Showcase free.
Camp will run from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. for children ages 7 to 12 years old. The camp will include acting, singing, dancing, music, set building and stage direction. All children will have a role to play. The camp is being offered by Nancy Tarr and instructors will include Danielle Newell, (Executive Director, SCA; MA in Theater and Theater Education, NYU; member of Actor's Equity Association), Linda Hulley (former Cooperstown resident and founder of the Little People's Theater), Malissa Kano-White, Theater professor, Hartwick College, Fideliz Chavez, (professional musician and music director). Children will have classes in set building and design, acting, singing, staging and dance. The final day of the camp will showcase the talents of the children with a production to be performed at the Cooperstown Theater Festival on Lake Road in Cooperstown, NY. Counselor positions are available too! (Ages 15-18). For more information and a registration form, please contact nancy@dosomethingcreative.org or call at 301-351-4232.
Midsummer Madness Shakespeare Intensive the weekend of Friday, August 17th- Sunday, August 19th. Free Showcase Performance on Sunday, August 19th at 5 pm at Cooperstown Theatre Festival (8 miles up the west side of Otsego Lake). Taught & Directed by Manhattan coach & Executive Producer for Willful Pictures, Melinda Hall. More details to come.
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Auditions Announced
The Smithy is producing two shows at the Cooperstown Theatre Festival (where Leatherstocking Theatre Co. used to perform) this summer and we want you! We're looking for actors, stage managers, technicians, set and costume designers... the works! This is truly community theater-- it takes a village! Every single person has a skill that is transferable to the production of a play, so please don't hesitate to get involved. It's guaranteed you'll have a great time! Call or email director@smithyarts.org for details.
AUDITIONS
Sides will be provided-- no monologue preparation necessary.
Love, Loss, and What I Wore
By Nora and Delia Ephron
Based on the book by Ilene Beckerman
This show opened to rave reviews off-Broadway in 2009. Like the popular book, Love, Loss, and What I Wore uses clothing and the memories they trigger to tell funny and often poignant stories that everyone can relate to.
Cast Breakdown: Five women, varying age and race
Auditions in Cooperstown (Smithy Gallery at 55 Pioneer Street): Tuesday, May 22 & Wednesday, May 23 from 5-7 PM
Performance Dates: Friday, August 24- Sunday, August 26
Lone Star/Laundry & Bourbon
By James McLure
These two very timely one act plays explore the experience of veterans returning from the Vietnam War, and the effect it has on the people who care about them. Though often funny and highly entertaining, both Lone Star and Laundry & Bourbon are thought-provoking commentaries on war that will resonate strongly with contemporary audiences.
Cast Breakdown:
Lone Star-- 3 men, ages 20-40, varying race
Laundry & Bourbon-- 3 women, ages 20-45, varying race
Auditions:
In Cooperstown (Smithy Gallery at 55 Pioneer Street): Wednesday, May 23 from 7-9 pm
In Oneonta (Radio Station at 34 Chestnut Street, 2nd Floor): Thursday, May 24 from 6-8 pm
Performance Dates: Friday, July 13- Sunday, July 15
About the Theatre:
Since its inception on a wintry night in February of 2010, Glimmer Globe Theatre Company & Acting Studio has generated a great deal of buzz and excitement within Cooperstown- a village already brimming with arts enthusiasts but lacking a strong theatre dimension. The company's founder, Danielle Newell, herself an Actors' Equity member and graduate of NYU's Master's program in Theatre and Theatre Education, originally sought to launch as an independent theatre company. Happy circumstances led her to become the Executive Director of Smithy Center for the Arts. Now, both she and her theatre have a home!
In 2010 and 2011, Glimmer Globe's main focus was on the Acting Studio, with classes for children, teens, and adults running year-round with quarterly performance showcases open to the community. In addition, Glimmer Globe presented-- and continues to present-- plays produced by other companies in Central New York and Manhattan, laying foundations for collaborations to come.
2012 saw the true birth of the in-house production company. In league with Cooperstown Theatre Festival (our beautiful venue courtesy of Margarita Malinova), American Renaissance Theater Company, and two of the founders of Oneonta Theatre Stage Players, Glimmer Globe put forth its first full season of live shows with Laundry & Bourbon, Lone Star, SummerWorks, and Love, Loss, & What I Wore. The plays were met with tremendous enthusiasm and support from the community, as well as overwhelmingly positive reviews. Also thrilling was the introduction of a new program to the Acting Studio, Midsummer Madness, a weekend intensive on performing Shakespeare taught by renowned NYC coach, Melinda Hall.
In the fall of 2012, a new Performing Arts Committee was formed by the Smithy Center for the Arts Board of Directors. Led by board member and community favorite Dr. Donald Raddatz, the committee consists of four other members: Steve Dillon (radio DJ, TV talk show host, and Founding Artistic Director of Oneonta Theatre Stage Players), Michael Henrici (professional actor, graduate of the American Academy of Dramatic Arts, and Commissioner for Voting in Otsego County), Rebecca Sciallo (English teacher and drama coach/director for Cooperstown School District), and William Walker (musician, author, and professor at Cooperstown Graduate Program.) Plans for the 2013 season are already in development and include a tour of The Compleat Works of Shakespeare Abridged to schools and venues throughout New York, as well as a new "Community Theatre Coalition" that will get everyone involved in the exciting theatre-making process through workshops, productions, and festivals.
The mission of Glimmer Globe and its three tiers (acting studio, resident company, and community theatre coalition) is to make Cooperstown the hub of theatre arts in the region, attracting established artists and theatre-lovers alike with our innovative programs, quality productions, experienced professionals, and beautiful facilities. We accomplish this by
actively engaging the community and being responsive to the needs, moods, and concerns of society at large so that the theatre is current, constantly challenging, ever evolving... and fun! We also aim to draw new audiences to the village, thus benefiting the local economy. To that end, Glimmer Globe is eager to work very closely with businesses in the area. To discuss mutually beneficial cross-marketing campaigns and sponsorship opportunities, please contact Danielle Newell at director@smithyarts.org.
Step up, get involved, try something new or re-discover old passions! Glimmer Globe Theatre Company & Acting Studio is your source for creative growth and real-life-changing make-believe experiences!
