by Sarah Glass
If all life is a stage, then the stages at the Hamilton Players theater and Stevensville Playhouse are focal points of enrichment and engagement in the Bitterroot Valley. Both organizations seek to educate youth in theater and stage production while building confidence and community among all their participants.
As the Hamilton Players’ annual theater school sessions end this month, Executive Director Denise Rose anticipates events yet to come. From August 27-30, prospective actors, actresses, and volunteers can meet with the Hamilton Players at the Ravalli County Fair to learn about upcoming opportunities.
Photo courtesy Hamilton Players.
Auditions for the “Reader’s Theatre: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe” take place at 7 p.m. on August 17 at the Hamilton Players building on 100 Ricketts Road in Hamilton. “Our reader’s theater is a great introduction to theater,” said Rose. With costuming and lighting, it has a high production presence, she said, and is perfect for people with time restrictions. There are only a few rehearsals, and no one needs to memorize their lines.
Just in time for Halloween planning, the Hamilton Players will be hosting a costume sale September 12-14. Unneeded vintage items, wigs, and donated set pieces will be available for purchase. Visit the Hamilton Players Facebook page to stay updated on their latest events.
At the Stevensville Playhouse, auditions for “And Then There Were None,” a mystery by Agatha Christie, take place at 7 p.m. on September 2 and 3 at 319 Main Street in Stevensville. Auditions for “Little Women” follow on October 27 and 28.
Photo courtesy Stevensville Playhouse.
“When we do a new show, it’s like you have a new family all of a sudden,” said Office Manager Susan McCauley. McCauley served on the Stevensville Playhouse board for several years and continues to help create costumes. She invites anyone interested in learning costume or stage set design to contact the playhouse.
Several audition opportunities will be taking place later this year at the Stevensville Playhouse and Hamilton Players.
“Anyone who wants to try something, no matter what skills they bring, we will find something for them to do,” she said.
Stevensville Playhouse is working on renovations to seating, tech wiring, and its ceiling throughout the summer. To donate, or to learn more about auditions, visit stevensvilleplayhouse.org.
Sandi Francis says
This is a fantastic opportunity for people to experience theater. And to widen your social network.