Tag Archives: musical

Auditions! “The Circus of Terror” — June 7 and 9

circus of terror crop

"The Circus of Terror" is an original musical-comedy-murder-mystery written by Luke Davidson and Jonathan Horn. First produced at Perpich Center for the Arts High School last May, the show has been revised and revamped for it's State Theatre debut this August.

Auditions:
2 pm Saturday, June 7 at Zumbrota's State Theatre, 96 E 4th Street
7:30 pm Monday, June 9 at Crossings at Carnegie, 320 East Ave
 
Showtimes:
7:30 pm Friday and Saturday, August15 & 16
2 pm Sunday, August 17
 
Check out Luke and Jonathan's YouTube Video: The Circus of Terror
 
For more information, call 507-732-5210 and leave a message. Want to help with the show? Just email statetheatre@zaac.org and we'll keep you in the production loop.

 

Auditions! “Bingo, The Winning Musical” — May 22 and 24

bingo crop

Auditions at the State Theatre
96 E 4th Street, Zumbrota
6:30 pm, Thursday, May 22 
9 am, Saturday, May 24 
 
Performances
7:30 pm July 17,18,19, 25, 26  and 2 pm Sunday, July 27

“Bingo! The Winning Musical” is an off-Broadway piece of musical theatre based on grandma’s favorite form of gambling. In between the number calling, strange rituals and fierce competitions, love blossoms and long lost friends reunite.

The cast includes six females ages 20-60 and one adult male, all singing roles. Auditions will involve singing; participants are asked to bring a prepared song and sheet music for the accompanist or may bring their own accompanist.

Sandra Miller of Byron, Minn., will direct the production. Rehearsals begin June 2.

Community volunteers are appreciated in any aspect of the production, including set construction, costuming, stage crew, publicity, ticket sales and ushers.

The musical is presented by Z-Theatre and the Zumbrota Area Arts Council (ZAAC) by special arrangement with Samuel French, Inc.

For more information on auditions or volunteering, email statetheatre@zaac.org or call 507-732-5210.

More info about the show on the Samuel French website.
The State Theatre is located at 96 E. 4th St in Zumbrota.
 
 
 

The Whitesidewalls’ Love Potion #10 — January 25

Whitesidewalls2014Crossings brings The Whitesidewalls and Michael Patrick "Records" Ryan performing "Love Potion #10" to Zumbrota's State Theatre on Saturday, January 25 at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $24 in advance, $27 at the door and can be purchased online or by calling 507-732-7616. Doors open at 6:30 pm.

“Love Potion #10” is a musical telling the story of six days in 1964 at a small-town high school, through the eyes and ears of the popular local AM radio disc jockey. The story lends itself to the doo-wop, rockabilly and rock and roll gold of the ’50s and ’60s, while offering plenty of comedy, intrigue and romance to boot.

Both Ryan and The Whitesidewalls Rock ’n’ Roll Revue are fixtures in the Twin Cities music scene.

While Ryan pursues the girl of his dreams during a 40-year class reunion of the Northeast Southwestern High School, The Whitesidewalls Rock n Roll Revue touch all the bases on a run through the great music of 1954-1964. Audiences will hear “Rock Around the Clock,” popularized by Bill Haley and His Comets, “Great Balls of Fire,” made a hit by Jerry Lee Lewis, and “Chantilly Lace,” co-written and sung by The Big Bopper. There’s plenty more where those came from!

The Whitesidewalls first formed in 1971 and played for many years – they played a series of full summer shows at Valleyfair amusement park in Shakopee for 10 years, and in 1985 were named the Minnesota Ballroom Operator's Association's Act of the Year. Then they disbanded for 20 years. One of the early members, Dave “Swannee” Swanson, brought the group back together in 2007. Founder of the group, Pat Brown (“Hound Dog”), continues to play guitar, drums, and bass as well as sing, and is the band's musical director.

Other performers are band members Rocky Beaumont on drums, bass, guitar and vocals, Gino Gambucci on bass, keyboards, guitar and vocals, and Bobby Maestro on keyboards, bass, and vocals. Sharron Nelson plays dream girl Lenora.

The Whitesidewalls

The State Theatre is located at 96 East 4th Street in Zumbrota. For more information call 507-732-5210.

Grease — September 13

greasemovieDig out your poodle skirts, capris, engineer boots and leather jackets….

Grease is here!

We're kicking off the start of another school year with this high energy musical starring John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John. Join us for an informal Sing-Along Dance Party and Costume Contest to celebrate the 35th anniversary of this ever popular story!

It's 1959 in southern California. A summer romance between Sandy (Newton-John) and Danny (Travolta) is coming to a bittersweet close. Imagine their surprise when they find themselves both attending Rydell High. Can they stay together even though Danny has a bad-boy reputation to uphold as the leader of the Greasers, and Sandy's wholesome goodness just doesn't fit his image?

Rated PG-13

7 pm showing. Doors open at 6:30.

$5 Adults

$4 Students (18 and under)

The State Theatre is located at 96 East 4th Street in Zumbrota. For more information, call (507) 732-5210.

 

 

Movie: Les Miserables — April 13

Les_Miserables_Winner of three Academy Awards, this 2012 film stars Hugh Jackman, Anne Hathaway, Russell Crowe and Amanda Seyfried in the proclaimed adaptation of Victor Hugo's classic novel. Set in 19th-century revolutionary France, Jean Valjean is a burly French peasant imprisoned for stealing a loaf of bread. Released after serving 19 years, he is then hunted for decades by the ruthless policeman Javert for breaking his parole to start a better life. Valjean's new path crosses that of Fantine, a poor factory worker. His decision to care for her daughter Cosette changes their lives forever.

Rated PG-13. Showtime is 7 pm. Doors open at 6:15.

Admission $5.

The State Theatre is located at 96 East 4th Street in Zumbrota.