THE CONSTANTIABERG CUE
Newsletter – June 2012
CONSTANTIABERG THEATRE PLAYERS (CTP)
Dear Friends and Members,
Now that the cold weather has set in, going out in the evenings is a less attractive option, and most of us prefer to stay home in front of a warm heater or fireplace, snuggled under blankets, with hot chocolate (and marshmallows), a good book, or a great movie!
Luckily, there are plenty of wonderful plays in the works, which will make the choosing to go out at night a much more enticing option than staying in. There is also a pantomime audition coming up, which is certain to be a popular play, so tell your friends, neighbours, and family to try out!
Before we delve into the upcoming list of auditions, a small reminder that our next members evening will be taking place on the 1st of August, at the Bergvliet Guide Hall, at 19:30pm. As always, fantastic food and a variety of drinks will be on offer, so bring friends, and be prepared for an exciting new social game!
For Your Diary
20 – 28 July. Claremont’s production of the female version of “The Odd Couple” by Neil Simon, (and directed by Sheldon Cross) will be taking place at the Masque Theatre, so don’t forget to book your seats!
20 – 28 July. Directed by Wayne Hendricks, The Bus by James Lance, will be held by the Milnerton Play House. To book, call 082 267 1061 or email bookings@milnertonplayers.com.
19-21 & 26-28 SHOUT! The Mod Musical at the Pinelands Town Hall Bookings are open for this Pinelands Players production featuring great songs from the 60’s. It will be held at the Pinelands Town Hall. Tickets cost R110 each, including a pub-style meal. To book, call 072 923 1035 or email shoutpinelands@gmail.com.
An audition was recently held for the play Blythe Spirit, by Noel Coward. It will be directed by Barbara Base and will be running from 12 – 20 October at the Masque theatre.
MASQUE THEATRE BOOKINGS
To make sure you don’t miss out on getting a seat at one of the wonderful upcoming plays, call 021-788-1898 between 10am and 4pm on weekdays; and 9.30am to 12pm on Saturdays (during runs). You can also email your booking requests to bookings@masquetheatre.co.za.
Your current, dedicated, committee
If you’re looking for some ways to keep warm this winter, a decadent hot-chocolate recipe you can make at home is below:
Amazing Aztec Hot Chocolate
3 tablespoons hot chocolate / cocoa
1 tablespoon (or a good squeeze) of chocolate syrup
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 pinch chili powder or cayenne pepper
1/4 cup milk
3/4 cup boiling water
Directions:
In a large mug, mix the hot chocolate mix, chocolate syrup, cinnamon, and chili powder. Pour in the milk. Add the boiling water and stir. For a slightly more indulgent version, replace the milk with a cream liquor of your choice, such as Baily’s Irish Cream, Amarula, or Cape Velvet; and add a marshmallow or two.
AUDITION NOTICE
CONSTANTIABERG THEATRE PLAYERS PRESENTS
The family pantomime
aladdin
by Ben Crocker
directed by Di Thom
WHEN: Saturday, 28 July and Saturday, 4 August
- 10.30 am – 11.30 am: Junior Chorus
- 11.30 am – 12.30 pm: Adult Chorus
- 12.30 pm – 1.00 pm: The band
- 2.00 pm – 4.00 pm: Principals (main characters)
WHERE: The Guide Hall, Glen Alpine Way, Bergvliet.
DIRECTIONS: From Ladies Mile Road, turn into Children’s Way (at traffic lights near the main road), then immediately right into Glen Alpine Way. Follow the road until you see a parking lot on your left. The Guide Hall is opposite the parking lot.
RUN: At the Masque Theatre, Muizenberg, from 6 to 22 December 2012.
REHEARSALS: Will be held on Saturdays (during the day) and Wednesday and Thursday evenings.
INFO: Scripts and information can be obtained from Shelley Lombard at shellbee@iafrica.com or Di Thom at dianathom@mweb.co.za
… TWO CHORUSES ARE REQUIRED (must be able to sign in tune) …
Children’s Chorus: Aged 9 to 12 years. Children should prepare a piece of drama (perhaps a poem or short song) for the director. Music can be played at the hall if required, or it can be recorded. 8-year olds will be considered if talented, but no younger than that.
Adults’ Chorus: Males and females over 16 years. Singers and dancers are required.
A BAND IS REQUIRED
Members of the band can be of any age. Must be proficient at playing a musical instrument. Should prepare a short piece to be played at the audition.
CAST OF CHARACTERS (please have an idea which character/s you’re auditioning for)
ABANAZAR: (the wicked uncle and villain): Male, age 25 plus. Large role. Needs a good, strong voice. Singing ability would be beneficial.
ALADDIN: Male, age 18 plus. Large role. Must be able to sing.
SERGEANT PONG: Female, age 35 plus. Medium role. Versatile.
PC PONG: Male, age 25 plus. Medium role. Versatile.
TYSON: (already cast – actor experienced with ‘being’ an animal).
WISHEE WASHEE: (the part of Buttons in a traditional pantomime): Large role. Needs to be funny and slightly pathetic, and to speak broken English with a Chinese accent.
WINDOW TWANKEY: (the Dame of the pantomime): Male, age 25 plus. Large role. Needs to sing, dance and be versatile.
THE EMPRESS: Female, age 45 plus. Instead of an Emperor; a strong a haughty character – she is the ruler. Medium role. Requires a strong actress with a good speaking voice.
PRINCESS JASMINE: Female, age 16 plus. Medium role. Needs to sing and dance.
GENIE OF THE LAMP: Male, age 20 plus. Small / medium role. Very versatile, with a strong speaking voice.
GENIE OF THE RING: Female, age 18 plus. Medium role. Very versatile, with a strong speaking voice.
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This concludes our line-up of offerings for July. Keep your eyes peeled for more upcoming fun and mayhem, and don’t forget our members evening on the 1st of August at the Bergvliet Guide Hall. Looking forward to seeing you all there!!