AUDITIONS FOR A CHRISTMAS CAROL, staged reading radio play, to be held November 8!

Ever wanted to say, “Bah, Humbug!”, or “God Bless Us, Everyone!”?

The Watertown Players are pleased to announce auditions for “A Christmas Carol” written by Charles Dickens. This Christmas classic will be performed as a staged reading radio show at The Watertown Players Theater, 210 S Water St (in the Market), Watertown, on December 12-14 with shows at 7:00PM on Friday and Saturday as well as 2 matinees – Saturday at 2:00 PM and Sunday at 2:00PM. The show is being directed by Lisa Steffl. Jeff Boyce will be serving as stage manager & assistant director. Any questions regarding the audition or the show itself should be emailed to the director at lisa@watertownplayers.org.

With a staged reading “radio show” no memorization is required. Actors will use scripts on stage to recreate a radio station feel in the late 1930’s. Auditions will be held at the theater on Saturday, November 8 from 9:00-11:00 am, and it is preferred that auditioners arrive at 8:45 and stay until dismissed. No prior acting experience is required. No special preparation is required and auditioners will be asked to read from the script. To sign up for auditions, please go to https://signup.com/go/WfebCKG. Sign-up for auditions is encouraged but not required, and walk-ins are welcome! If you are unable to audition on November 8, please contact the director at the above email address to arrange a date and time before November 8.

“A Christmas Carol” is Charles Dickens’ classic story of Ebenezer Scrooge, a miser in 19th century London who is visited by the ghosts of his former business partner and three spirits that through the magic of Christmas, transform Scrooge into a kinder man. This production will be based on the Campbell Playhouse radio show production from December 23, 1938 that was produced by the great Orson Welles. There are many roles available. All the classic Dickens characters – Scrooge, Marley, Bob Cratchit, Tiny Tim, Ghosts, Fezziwig and more – so many to choose from – with ages from 8 to 80! The ages are a guideline and will in no way influence decisions for the right people for the roles. There are several roles for children and teens. In addition, depending on how many audition, many actors will be cast in multiple roles, as was typical in traditional radio programs. Rehearsals will be held on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday evenings at the theater. Performing a staged reading is an excellent way to dip a toe into Community Theatre. With no memorization required and a shortened rehearsal schedule, it provides an opportunity to experience the wonderful feeling of local theatre AND get into the Christmas spirit as well! Please contact the Director, Lisa Steffl, lisa@watertownplayers.org with any questions.

And tickets are on sale now for the Watertown Players’ November comedy, Dear Camp, written by Lisa MacDonald. This will be the Wisconsin premiere of Dear Camp, and performances will be November 7, 8, 14, & 15 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, November 16 at 2 p.m. at the Watertown Players Theater inside The Market. Advance tickets are available for purchase at Piggly Wiggly, 1330 Memorial Dr., Watertown for $15 or by calling the box office (920)306-4364. Tickets will be available at the door before each of the performances for $20 if the show is not sold out.

And make plans to join us at the Octagon House, November 29 & 30 as the Watertown Players present A Little Women Christmas. Shows will be presented every half hour from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., and tickets can only be purchased on site at the Octagon House the day of the event. Tickets are $8 for adults and $4 for children under 12. Tickets sales benefit the Watertown Historical Society. The Octagon House holiday play is a wonderful Watertown holiday tradition!