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Call For Directors - Fringe 2023

3/7/2023

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Call for Directors Fringe 2023

“Don’t You F**king Say a Word”
by Andy Bragen

The Leduc Drama Society and Not My Circus Productions is excitedly returning to the Edmonton Fringe Festival stage, summer of 2023 and we are searching for the right director to lead the way.

August 2023: specific performance dates & times TBD

Rehearsals to start in late spring.

Deadline to apply to direct: April 1st, 2023

Show Synopsis:

Russ has a temper. Brian tends to cheat. But how did a weekly tennis match go this far awry? Their girlfriends Kate and Leslie return to the court to investigate what happened to Russ and Brian's friendly rivalry in a volley of sharp observations, as the game itself unfolds. An explosive comedy about love, competition, and the consequences of a lousy backhand.

Please email artistic director, Emily Rutledge at artistic@leducdramasociety.com, to put your name in the running to direct this show. Successful candidates will be contacted for an interview. Priority is given to LDS members in good standing.
This is a volunteer position. Please include any experience you have, however first time directors are also encouraged to apply!


“Don’t You F**king Say a Word” is presented through special arrangement with Playscripts Inc.
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Audition Notice - Not My Circus Singers

2/8/2023

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​Freaky Friday – A New Musical       A review by David MacKenzie

2/2/2023

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It’s only Thursday, but “Freaky Friday’ is here! The new musical production by the Leduc Drama Society opens tonight at the Maclab Centre for the Performing Arts, with another show Friday and two more on Saturday.

I had the opportunity to attend the dress rehearsal and I have to say this show is a gem and absolutely worthwhile. For anyone who has been closeted away from live theatre for too long, it is a wonderful treat to see and hear the cast of ‘Freaky Friday’ on stage.

The director, Erin McLean, well known for her great abilities as a performer, has done an excellent job on this production. The cast, from top to bottom, put all their hearts, expressions and voices into this play. And what voices they have!

I have always been partial to musicals. What makes some musicals stand out, of course, is the musical score and the voices of the performers. And, in Freaky Friday, there is an abundance of good songs and the Leduc Drama singing talent is impressive. Carly Pettitt plays Ellie, the stressed-out daughter and Erin Raine plays Katherine the control-freak mother. They are not just the lead actors, they are real stars. I am always amazed at the talent that some people have and sometimes all you can do is to sit back and be in awe and be entertained by them. (And maybe secretly wish you had a fraction of their talent yourself!). Honourable mention to Scott McKenzie who always gives his all in his dramatic and musical efforts and also to a rising young star named Lucas Paterson who plays Adam.

There is a cast of 21 plus a very good band, and many others in the background who have made possible this fantastic production, not to mention the welcome appearance of the Connectivity rope skipping team. There are some familiar faces in the show and many new ones as well. The whole cast is so important that it is a shame all cannot be highlighted. It is always wonderful to see Leanne Hiebert, who took on several roles, back on stage. Len Marshall and Keith Gummer also again brought their experience and talent to the stage. Again, it’s unfair that everyone can’t be mentioned. But the good news is that you can go see the show for yourself and enjoy everyone’s performance.

Freaky Friday is great! Congrats to all involved. It’s real and it’s happening at the Maclab Centre starting tonight.
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Freaky Friday Ticket Giveaway Contest - January 6-12

1/6/2023

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Comment below with your answer then share a screenshot of your comment on Facebook or Instagram. Don't forget to tag us! Then tag a friend to get their answer :)

Winner of a pair of tickets will be drawn January 12 at 7 pm.
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AUDITIONS: Clue On Stage

11/10/2022

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Audition notice!

Clue On Stage
To be performed at the Maclab Centre for the Performing Arts, May 11-13 2023.

This is a group audition, just come prepared to do some cold reads and have some fun!

18+ only, 5-10 males, 5-10 females, and we are specifically looking for a male with a strong British accent as well as a female with a French accent. *This is a volunteer theatre group*

Rehearsals are scheduled for Sunday afternoons (evenings starting in February), Monday and Thursday evenings.
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In order to register for a group audition, please email director cyndi.wagner@icloud.com
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Meet the Cast of Crimson Cap Ladies Haunted Adventure: Part 1!

11/5/2022

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Introducing...

9/8/2022

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The first rehearsal for 'Crimson Cap Ladies: A Haunted Adventure is in the books! Introducing your cast:
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Millie - Michelle Niwa
Leona - Lee-Anna Semenyna
Grace - Danielle Goodleaf
Esther - Boots Currie
Hortense - Rebekah Scheffelmaier
Amy - Amy Bergstrom
Directed by Peter Cameron
Not pictured - Stage Manager Delilah Minde

Tickets are already on sale at the link below!
https://checkout.square.site/buy/HSF6CXKNAJAJE2DUNPPVVH2W
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Auditions Round 2! Crimson Cap Ladies: A Haunted Adventure

8/23/2022

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AUDITIONS!!
Round Two: Wednesday Aug 31, 2022 6-8pm

Leduc Drama Society is seeking female actors for a full length comedy. Our fall show is called "Crimson Cap Ladies: A Haunted Adventure" - written by Chris McKerracher. Rehearsals will run from September to November with performances the weekends of November 18th-27th.

We are casting for the following parts:
Esther: Self-important, prim, uber-serious leader of the club. 60-ish
Grace: Acerbic, with overtones of snark and bitterness. 65-ish
Leona: Blithely wealthy, frugal unless tipsy. Cheery. Easily led. 70-ish
Millie: New Age hippy with an Old Age Pension. Deaf-ish, addled, forgetful. 90
Hortense: Crimson Cap Regional director, busybody, bossy. 50+
Amy: A young runaway with parkour skills. 18-20 (must have physical agility and be willing to do stunts on stage.)

Casting will be open for adult women of all ages, but we would like to encourage age appropriate actors to fill the roles where possible. This is a volunteer, community theatre opportunity.
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Please contact director Peter Cameron at theroguesparrow@gmail.com to book your audition time.
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Auditions! An Experiment

5/24/2022

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Audition Call
“An Experiment”
Presented by The Leduc Drama Society
Auditions will be held at the Leduc Drama Society Playhouse (4701A 44 Street, Leduc) on Wednesday, June 1, 2022 from 6-8pm and consist of cold reads from the script. Please email director, Emily Rutledge at artistic@leducdramasociety.com to book a time slot.

Synopsis:
Portrayed in a fantasy world, five confused participants wake up with no memory of their past life… with only one word, a personality descriptor printed on their shirts. The doctor explains each is here willingly and will be compensated for their participation in a research study. Will the participants assigned attributes affect their behaviour when put under extreme duress? The Hunger Games meets Survivor in this experiment. A simple to stage one-act play, approximately 30 minutes in length.

Casting requirements:
6 actors, gender flexible
Devious: a participant who insists they are NOT devious
Compassionate: a participant who does not handle pressure well
Orderly: a participant who is a rule follower
Impulsive: a participant who is impulsive throughout
Courageous: a participant who is courageous and decisive
Dr. Soles: the lead scientist and conductor of the experiment

Performances:
July 22nd and 23rd @ The Leduc Drama Society Playhouse

Rehearsals (Beginning June 9th):
Thursday evenings 7-9pm
Sunday evenings 6-8pm
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Meet the Cast of Cry-Baby! Leonard Marshall and Matteo Rota

5/6/2022

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Len has been actively involved with the Leduc Drama Society for more than 25 years. He has done comedies and dramas, but his real love has always been musicals. Some of his favourites include  ‘Company’, ‘Hello, Dolly!’ and ‘The Wedding Singer’. Over the years he has seen many changes and worked with some great people, but the young people in this show are a real standout. The talent is sure to blow you away because it has blown him away. Let yourself be taken back to an era of great music and crazy times and just enjoy.

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After a brief time out of Canada, Matteo is pleased to be part of ‘Cry-Baby’, his first turn with the Leduc Drama Society, having been part of Festival Place productions of ‘Elf - The Musical’,  ‘The Music Man’, ‘James and the Giant Peach’, ‘Fiddler On The Roof’, and ‘Charlotte’s Web’.  He has also participated in revues with Theatre Alberta, having cut his early acting teeth with the Nextfest Arts Company and sessional instruction with the Citadel Theatre.  Matteo is happy to be a part of this production, and truly looks forward to this amazing show!

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