Prospect Theater Company

UP NEXT: Carner & Gregor’s UNLOCK’D June 16 – July 13!

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For more information, and to purchase single tickets, CLICK HERE!

June 16 – July 13, 2013
at The Duke on West 42nd Street
a New 42nd Street Project, 229 West 42nd Street

ORDER TIX BY PHONE: 646.223.3010
IN PERSON: The Duke on 42nd St. Box Office (229 West 42nd Street)
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Book and Lyrics by SAM CARNER
Music by DEREK GREGOR

Music Supervisor – BRAD HAAK

Director and Choreographer – MARLO HUNTER

Love… who’ll make the cut? Clarissa is tired of living in the shadow of her flirtatious sister Belinda, the most beautiful woman in 18th Century England. Wits sharpened and scissors in hand, Clarissa sets out to cut Belinda down to size… and find a man of her own! This sparkling and inventive new musical comedy is a winner of the New York Musical Theatre Festival “Best of Fest” Award and the prestigious Richard Rodgers Award.

featuring:
Jennifer Blood*, Jillian Gottlieb*, Sydney James Harcourt*, and A.J. Shively*
with Maria Couch*, Adam Daveline*, Chris Gunn*, Catherine LeFrere*,
Lukas Poost, Chandler Reeves, Emily Rogers, and Hansel Tan

Music Director – Adam Wachter

Scenic Design – Wilson Chin and David Arsenault
Costume Design – Amy Clark
Lighting Design – Cory Pattak
Sound Design – Kurt Fischer
Casting Director - Jason Najjoum

Producton Stage Manager – Kat West*

Regular Price – $50, $65 Premium Seating
$20 Tickets available for each performance through a lottery, beginning one hour before curtain.

*Member of Actors’ Equity Association, the Union of Professional Actors and Stage Manager in the United States.

Join us! Saturday, July 6 at 6pm: UNLOCK’D Patron Dinner

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Click here to purchase your $50 ticket to july 6th, 6pm pre-show patron dinner, or call 212-352-3101.

(This purchase reserves a dinner ticket only. July 6th performance tickets may be purchased separately by clicking here or calling 646-223-3010.)

Get the behind the scenes story! Join Prospect artists, including members of the show’s creative team, for a special pre-performance dinner and behind-the-scenes discussion, on Saturday July 6th @ 6pm before the 8pm evening performance.

Your $50 dinner ticket includes a three-course prix fixe dinner and one glass of wine — the dinner will be at a venue to be announced, located a short walk from the theater.

Ticket holders will be contacted a few days prior to the dinner to confirm the event location and any special dietary needs.

Patron Dinners are non-refundable.

CASTING NOTICE – UNLOCK’D, Summer 2013

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CASTING NOTICE - UNLOCK’D

Title of Show: Unlock’d
Agreement: AEA Transition Agreement (Modified Year 1)
Producer: Prospect Theater Company
Book / Lyrics: Sam Carner
Music: Derek Gregor

Director/Choreographer: Marlo Hunter
Music Director: Brad Haak
Casting Director: Jason Najjoum
Casting Assistant: Katie Proctor

Schedule/Compensation:
Rehearsals will begin around May 20, 2013.
Performances will be June 15 – July 14, 2013 at The Duke on 42nd Street, a NEW 42ND STREET® project, 229 West 42nd Street (between 7th & 8th Avenues).
Salary: AEA: $7.25/hr, min. 20 hrs/wk ($145/week), plus P&H; Non-Equity: Stipend

Synopsis:

UNLOCK’D is a richly layered musical comedy about four star-crossed lovers in 18th century England as they grapple with their identity and the confusion of love, while the mischievous spirits around them intervene. Humans and spirits alike are unwittingly (and in one instance, literally) “unlocked” in this Richard Rodgers & NYMF “Best of Fest” (’07) award-winning show, that infuses contemporary pop into a classical score.

Auditions:

Equity Principal Auditions (EPA) will take place Tuesday, February 26 at Nola Studios (250 West 54th Street, 11th Floor, New York, NY, 10019), 9:30am – 5:30pm (lunch 1pm – 2pm

If you can’t attend the EPA, but wish to be considered, please email your headshot/resume to casting@prospecttheater.org.

Non-Equity auditions by appointment will be first held on Saturday, February 23, 2013 – submit ASAP and only once via Actors Access or by emailing casting@prospecttheater.org.

SEEKING:

Ethnically diverse, skilled actor-singers with excellent contemporary musical theater sensibility and impeccable comic timing. Comfortable with musical staging. Classical training a bonus.

[BARON] 20-30. A leading man. Confident. Passionate. A war hero, his world is turned upside down by the confusing and uncharacteristic emotions he’s feeling (read: love). Strong leading man baritenor with falsetto. Any ethnicity.

[EDWIN] 20-27. Bookish, witty, verbal. Surprisingly passionate and geekily charming. Led by his intellect, he is cracked open by his unexpected love for Belinda. Tenor. Any ethnicity.

[BELINDA] 18-25. The most beautiful girl in the land. Innocent, unaffected, strong comic ability. She isn’t aware that there’s more to her than her appearance. But there is. Coloratura soprano to high C with mix-belt. Any ethnicity.

[CLARISSA] 19-26. Smart, passionate, frustrated. Clarissa is certain she knows who she is and what she wants, but she doesn’t. Contemporary quality with some experience in verse/classical theatre. Mezzo. Any ethnicity.

[AVIA / GERTRUDE] Mid 20s-early 40s (age very flexible). Sylph leader. Dry. Assertive. She has a mission and it doesn’t involve love. Until it does. Strong comic ability, and should be comfortable with movement. Range flexible, but soprano ability a bonus. Any ethnicity.

[ARIELLA / MADELINE / BEATRICE] Late teens-20s. Youngest sylph. Naive, squeamish, wilting. Sweet. Strong comic ability, and should be comfortable with movement. Range flexible, but soprano ability a bonus. Any ethnicity.

[ESTHER / KATHERINE] Mid 20s-late 50s (age very flexible). Sexually frustrated sylph. She’s hard up – and isn’t shy about it. Brazen comic ability, and should be comfortable with movement. Mezzo. Any ethnicity.

[UMBRIEL / SIR FLITTYBUD] 20s-early 40s (age very flexible). Bumbling leader of the gnomes / an effete gentleman. Goofy, broad comic ability. Should be comfortable with a cockney accent and movement. Tenor. Any ethnicity.

[BARNEY / SIR INCONSTANTINE] 20s. Youngest of the gnomes. Lovelorn, sweet, sincere. As Sir Constantine, a dandy. Just ridiculous. Strong comic ability, and should be comfortable with movement. Character-y Tenor. Any ethnicity.

[CALEB / LORD LITTLEWIT] 20s-50s (age very flexible). Shifty, mischievous gadfly / overblown, incompetent gentleman. Strong comic ability. Should be comfortable with a cockney accent and movement. Bass-Baritone. Any ethnicity.

Prospect’s 2013 Summer Intensive for Teens – AUDITION NOW!

cara — Mon, 18 Feb 2013 14:31:17 +0000

In keeping with Prospect’s mission to support the next generation of musical theater artists, this program is an opportunity for students to build their performance skills by working with a professional director and music director to present a new musical revue, premiering original songs and monologues written expressly for young people by some of NYC’s most exciting emerging composers and lyricists. In addition, the intensive will offer a variety of workshops and coaching sessions, as well as master classes with Broadway performers, to deepen general knowledge of theatre practice, strengthen vocal and acting technique, and enhance overall confidence. This year, our Summer Intensive will offer a special opportunity for students interested in learning about writing for the musical theater.

To watch a documentary video from the 2011 program, click here.

MUSICAL THEATER SUMMER INTENSIVE
Mon. – Sat., 10am – 6pm
July 8 – 27, 2013

Summer showcase opportunity for young performers and writers, in the heart of NYC
Students work with Prospect artists on original material written for teens
Workshops with Guest Artists
Individual Coaching Sessions
Master Classes with Broadway performers
for students ages 12 – 17

Rolling admission is by audition. Tuition is $850 per student for the three week program until April 1. Tuition is $950 after April 1. Some need-based scholarship funding available.

To schedule an audition appointment, or for more information, please email program director Rachel Dart at Summer@ProspectTheater.org or call 212-594-4476.

Prospect Theater Company, a non-profit organization, was founded in 1998 by five graduates of Princeton University. Over the past decade, the company has premiered more than twenty new American musicals, and is the artistic home of award-winning writer Peter Mills (2010 Kleban Award for lyrics, 2008 Fred Ebb Award, www.pcmills.com). Recent notable productions include WORKING, MYTHS AND HYMNS, IRON CURTAIN, ONCE UPON A TIME IN NEW JERSEY, WITH GLEE, THE HIDDEN SKY, ILLYRIA, and EVERGREEN.

Prototype Production: DEATH FOR FIVE VOICES, A New Musical Drama

cara — Sun, 20 Jan 2013 15:42:32 +0000

Mar. 6 – Mar. 17, 2013 at the West End Theatre (263 West 86^th St., NYC)

A world premiere original musical drama from two of Prospect’s founding artists, based on true events in the life of the brilliant and infamous Renaissance composer and murderer Carlo Gesualdo.
CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS ($25) or call 212-352-3101.
*DEVELOPMENTAL PROTOTYPE PRODUCTION – 12 performances only!*

DEATH FOR
FIVE VOICES

Music and lyrics by Peter Mills
Book by Peter Mills
and Cara Reichel
Directed by Cara Reichel
Music directed by Daniel Feyer

Mar. 6 - Mar. 17, 2013 at the
West End Theatre
(263 West 86^th St., NYC)

Set amidst the political intrigue, religious conflict, and artistic vibrancy of the late Renaissance, DEATH FOR FIVE VOICES explores the dark harmonies of Carlo Gesualdo, Prince of Venosa — who is remembered both for his unusually complex madrigals and sacred music, as well as the extravagantly vicious double murder of his wife, Maria D‘Avalos, and her lover, Fabrizio Carafa. Through a sophisticated choral score, this intimate and thrilling new musical investigates the source of both sexual and creative passion, and the fine line between madness and genius.

Featuring:
Ryan Bauer-Walsh*, Wilson Bridges*, Peter Saide*, Meghan McGeary*,
Hannah Jane McMurray, Diane Phelan* and Thom Sesma*

Michele A. Connolly*, Stage Manager

Ann Bartek, Scenic Designer
Sidney Shannon, Costume Designer
Susan M. Nicholson, Lighting Designer
Janie Bullard, Sound Designer

Jacob Grigolia-Rosenbaum, Fight Choreographer

Jason Najjoum, Casting Director

Alexis Schwartz, Assistant Stage Manager
Sarah A. Peck, Production Assistant

*Member, Actor’s Equity Association. Equity Approved Showcase.

Prospect announces 2012-2013 Season Line-up!

cara — Thu, 06 Sep 2012 03:07:31 +0000

WORKING – A Musical

Dec. 1 – 30, 2012 at 59E59 Theaters (59 East 59^th St., NYC)

From the book by Studs Terkel
Adapted by Stephen Schwartz and Nina Faso
With additional contributions by Gordon Greenberg
Songs by Craig Carnelia, Micki Grant, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Mary Rodgers
and Susan Birkenhead, Stephen Schwartz, and James Taylor

Directed by Gordon Greenberg
Choreographed by Josh Rhodes
Musical Supervisor/ New Orchestrations by Alex Lacamoire

Six extraordinary actors embody thirty-six everyday Americans in this tuneful act of job creation! Don’t miss the NYC premiere of this newly-revised version of WORKING. Based on Studs Terkel’s famous 1974 book of interviews, this critically-acclaimed musical features two brand-new songs from Tony Award-winner Lin-Manuel Miranda (In the Heights).

“Winningly reimagined, enhanced and fully engaging… with fresh, clever, richly animated direction… A spirited, life-affirming production.” – Chicago Sun Times

DEATH FOR FIVE VOICES

Music and lyrics by Peter Mills
Book by Peter Mills and Cara Reichel
Directed by Cara Reichel

Mar. 6 - Mar. 17, 2013 at the West End Theatre (263 West 86^th St., NYC)

A prototype production of an original musical drama from two of Prospect’s founding artists, based on true events in the life of the brilliant and infamous Renaissance composer and murderer Carlo Gesualdo, Prince of Venosa. A compelling and psychologically complex new work, with a sophisticated score that explores the darker realms of desire and inspiration.

“Mills and Cara Reichel are among our most talented new theater artists.” – Peter Filichia’s Diary

UNLOCK’D

Book and lyrics by Sam Carner
Music by Derek Gregor
Directed and Choreographed by Marlo Hunter

June 16 – July 13, 2013
at The Duke on West 42nd Street
a New 42nd Street Project

Clarissa is tired of living in the shadow of her flirtatious sister Belinda, the most beautiful woman in 18th Century England. Wits sharpened and scissors in hand, Clarissa sets out to cut Belinda down to size… and find a man of her own! A sparkling and inventive new musical comedy from one of NYC’s brightest up and coming musical theater teams!

*** New York Musical Theatre Festival “Best of Fest” 2007 ***

“Hilarious… resplendent melodies and sumptuously romantic lyrics engage the ear and heart in equal measure… Ravishing.” – Talkin’ Broadway

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Rory Sullivan, Producing/Artistic Associate

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This is Rory’s first season with Prospect Theater Company and thus far he has served as assistant director on Iron Curtain. At Barrington Stage Company he was the assistant director on Guys & Dolls, The Best of Enemies, and The Game. A graduate from Wheaton College with a degree in Economics he pursued further study in theater at The National Theater Institute. While there, he discovered his passion for directing and studied all disciplines of theater, including classical and contemporary acting, directing, movement, playwriting, and design. Metformin

Nicki Hunter, Producing/Artistic Associate

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Nicki is thrilled to be working with Prospect Theater Company. When not working with the fabulous Prospect team, she is working at Manhattan Theatre Club where she is the Assistant to the Artistic Director. While at MTC she has helped with numerous on and Off-Broadway productions including, Good People, Time Stands Still, The Whipping Man, Ruined, and Venus in Fur. She also produced Tempest Toss’d this year at NYMF and has worked at the Summer Play Festival on Tio Pepe, and The Black Suits. She holds a BA in Theater with a minor in business, from Lehigh University.

Simone Zamore Curbelo, Director of Education

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A recent graduate of Princeton University (B.A. English, Dramatic Literature, minors in Theater, Modern Dance, and Vocal Performance) and Harvard Graduate School of Education (Ed.M, Arts in Education), Simone is a professional singer, dancer, and actor; she has trained, both recreationally and competitively, in jazz, tap, ballet, modern, lyrical, musical theater, contemporary, and hip hop. An Equity performer, she has been featured as a Principal Dancer in Sophisticated Ladies (Inside Broadway), numerous regional tours and Off-Broadway performances, and performed with Prospect for over 10 years including The Taxi Cabaret, The Flood, DIDO (& Aeneas), Evergreen, and The Rockae. Simone is thrilled to be able to bring Prospect to children throughout the Tri-state area. viagra