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Submissions sought for "The MLK Project"

Submissions sought for "The MLK Project"

Red Mountain Theatre Company (Birmingham, AL) and its Executive Director Keith Cromwell, in collaboration with Lee Sentell (Alabama Tourism Director) and Dr. Lawrence J. Pijeaux (President and CEO of Birmingham Civil Rights Institute) are hosting a national search for a one-act written piece to be produced in honor of the 50th Anniversary commemoration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s historic “Letter from a Birmingham Jail.”

The one-act theatrical presentation (play, musical or spoken word) will become the second act of a fully-realized theatrical event that features a first-act dramatic reading of the “Letter to Martin Luther King” by a group of clergymen and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s “Letter from a Birmingham Jail,” written during his incarceration in 1963. 

Submissions are due no later than September 1, 2012, and the winner will be announced on October 15, 2012.

Wetumpka Depot Players announce auditions for "Panache"

Wetumpka Depot Players announce auditions for "Panache"

We often find that when we search for one thing, we find something unexpected and much more important. That is just one of the themes woven through Panache, a tender comedy that revolves around two very different people who ultimately discover they are much more alike than they are different. Auditions will be held Sunday, June 3 at 2:00 p.m. and Monday, June 4 at 7:00 p.m. at the Wetumpka Depot, 300 South Main Street in Wetumpka.

The play is written by Don Gordon and will be directed by Tom Salter, Salter most recently directed The Sugar Bean Sisters and Second Samuel on the Depot stage.

There are roles for one female, age 40 to 50, one female age 18 to 25, one male age 40 – 50, one male age 18 – 25, and one male age 30 – 45 who is a “tough guy” type.

Art exhibition part of ADMH's promotion of National Mental Health Month

Art exhibition part of ADMH's promotion of National Mental Health Month

Each year, the Alabama Department of Mental Health joins statewide and national organizations to promote National Mental Health Month, which is observed in May. Throughout the month, various advocacy organizations will host events statewide, and ADMH will present its 7th annual Capitol Showcase Consumer Art Exhibition. The art show was moved to May this year to coincide with National Mental Health Month.

Hundreds of consumers around the state with mental illnesses, intellectual disabilities, and/or substance use disorders will showcase their artwork throughout the month at the Capitol. The art show is an excellent opportunity to promote consumer dignity and gain more understanding of the individuals ADMH serves. This exhibit is about more than just the artists’ work.

Celebrate Mother's Day with the Wetumpka Depot Players!

Celebrate Mother's Day with the Wetumpka Depot Players!

Wetumpka, ALA- Broadway musicals are the heart of the American Theatre and The Wetumpka Depot Players have performed many of the best in their 32 year history. Come enjoy the crème de la crème with Broadway Our Way – a musical review of the best from Broadway performed by a troupe of many of the River Region’s most talented actors.

This Mother’s Day weekend treat will bring back fond memories and leave your heart singing. Songs from such favorite musicals as Big River, All Shook Up, Oklahoma!, Bye Bye Birdie, Annie Get Your Gun, GI Jukebox and many others will lift your spirits, leave your heart singing and your toes tapping.

Bill could bring more film production to Alabama

Bill could bring more film production to Alabama

Alabama Governor Robert Bentley Thursday signed a bill that will allow Alabama to compete more effectively for film production in the state.

HB243, sponsored by Representative Terri Collins and carried by Senator Gerald Dial, increases incentives allowed for filming projects in the State of Alabama from $10 million per project to $20 million per project. The minimum that can be spent remains at $500,000 and the percentages received (25 percent for expenditures and 35 percent for hiring residents) also remain the same.

This new amendment also increases the amount that can be rebated per year to qualified productions.

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat at Wetumpka Depot

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat at Wetumpka Depot

Wetumpka, Ala - Take a few chapters from Genesis, add a goat, a camel, 25 talented individuals, some snazzy threads, and an award winning score from two celebrated Broadway composers … stir vigorously, and what do you have? A fun filled evening of theatre!

The Wetumpka Depot Players are bringing together a talented cast to tell the incredible Biblical story of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat!  Joseph is played by AACT National Best Actor Award nominee Jonathan Conner who shined as B Flat in the award winning Depot production of Second Samuel. Directed by the Depot’s Executive Director Kristy Meanor, the musical comes to life as Joseph finds out the hard way that blood is not always thicker than jealousy.

“I am thrilled to be working with an amazing group of actors and singers,” said Director Meanor. “I cut my directing teeth on this musical for the Depot twelve years ago.

Tallassee Jazz Fest line-up features groups from across the state

Tallassee Jazz Fest line-up features groups from across the state

We are very excited to announce the lineup for the Second Annual Tallassee Jazz Fest at Southside Middle School in Tallassee!

 

This year, we are featuring the University of Alabama and Auburn University bands, as well as Troy University; Saraland High School (Mobile); Minor High School (Birmingham); the Phenix City Big Band from Central High School; Elmore County High School (Eclectic); and professional ensembles the Montgomery Recreators and the Auburn Knights.

 

Our performance lineup is as follows:

 

SATURDAY, APRIL 14

5:00 - Southside Middle School 7th Grade Jazz Band

5:30 - University of Alabama Two O'Clock Jazz Band

6:00 - Saraland High School Jazz Band

6:30 - Southside Middle School 8th Grade Jazz Band