ICT Presents "Woman In Mind", January 20 - February 4, 2012

The Lion In Winter

Now Playing! March 19 - April 3, 2010

The Lion In Winter
by James Goldman

March 19 - April 3, 2010

Make Reservations...

Directed by Phil Nixon

Truly comic repartee

Dupree Theater
Irving Arts Center
3333 N. MacArthur Blvd.
Irving, TX 75062

Fridays & Saturdays, March 19, 20, 26, 27, April 2, 3, 2010 at 8pm.
Thursday, April 1, 2010 at 8pm.
Sundays, March 21, 28, 2010 at 2:30pm.

Back stabbing, spying, double crossing and rampant infidelity - a typical family Christmas. Typical, that is, for the Plantagenets. King Henry II of England and the strong-willed Eleanor of Aquitaine battle over which of their sons will inherit the Crown.

Uneasy is the head on which the crown lies, and uneasy the truce between a matchless king and queen. This mundane history is glorified in language that is brilliant in its ability to characterize, its rhetorical impact, its actability, and its generative power. Few since Shakespeare have had such a marvelous gift for truly comic repartee.

Produciton Images

Tom Dewester (Henry), Camille Monae (Alais), Allyn Carrell (Eleanor)

Cast

	ALLYN CARRELL (Eleanor) is appearing In her first show with ICT and is excited to be working with this incredibly talented group of people. Allyn has performed with many Dallas-area theaters, including Dallas Children’s Theater, Uptown Players, Pegasus Theatre, Pocket Sandwich Theatre, and Theatre Britain. Most recently, she was seen as Jack’s Mother in the RTC production of “INTO THE WOODS.” In addition to theater, Allyn works in film, television, and voice-over productions. Allyn is represented by Linda McAlister Talent. ~
	TOM DEWESTER (Henry II) is happy to be making his debut at ICT as King Henry in LION IN WINTER. His most recent roles include Thurston, Bertha, Pearl,etc./ TUNA CHRISTMAS at GLCT; Don Quixote/MAN OF LA MANCHA, Melvin P. Thorpe/ BEST LITTLE WHOREHOUSE IN TEXAS, Georges/ LA CAGE AUX FOLLES at Onstage in Bedford; Felix/ THE ODD COUPLE, Marley & Mr.Fezziwig/SCROOGE THE MUSICAL at Lifestage; and Hot Blades Harry/URINETOWN at Runway Theatre. ~
	ROBBY DULLNIG (John) is excited to be performing in his first ICT MainStage production. He was most recently seen in the Pocket Sandwich Theatre melodrama FANGS FOR THE MEMORIES. He has also performed with Sherman Community Players and at the American Shakespeare Center in Staunton, VA. Some of his favorite roles include Chebutykin in THREE SISTERS and Sosia in AMPHITRYON, both at his alma matter, Austin College. ~
	NICK HALEY (Geoffrey) is very excited to return to ICT's stage after first appearing as Garry in NOISES OFF! Prior to LION IN WINTER, he also appeared in EBENEZER SCROOGE as Bob Cratchit. Previous roles also include Dirk Spatula/ZOMBIE DEAREST, Zorro/Diego in ZORRO! THE LEGEND LIVES, Kreton/VISIT TO A SMALL PLANET and Lt. Jack Sculler/CAPTAIN BLOOD at the Pocket Sandwich Theater; Mr. Lucas/ARE YOU BEING SERVED? at Garland Civic Theater. He's madly in love with his wife, Jad, and wants to thank her, his family and his friends who have supported him on all of his projects and the cast and crew for this fantastic opportunity! ~
	CAMILLE MONAE (Alais) is pleased to be making her first appearance with ICT MainStage. She was most recently seen at Fort Worth Theater in AS YOU LIKE IT as Phoebe and Lakeside Community Theater in CLUE as Ms. Scarlet. Camille would like to thank her family and friends for their continued love and support. ~
	STEVEN SMITH (Philip) is making his ICT Mainstage debut. After having played James in JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH with Irving Children's Theatre years ago, he is glad to be back. Other roles include; for Theatre Coppell- Tom Canty/THE PRINCE AND THE PAUPER, Protean and Eunuch/A FUNNY THING...FORUM (Column Award Nomination), for CHS- Manus/TRANSLATIONS, Sheridan Whiteside/THE MAN WHO CAME TO DINNER, and Steve/ Dave/ Phil in ALMOST, MAINE. Steven will be majoring in Theatre Studies at SMU next year. ~
	AARON WHITE (Richard) is thrilled to be making his debut with ICT in THE LION IN WINTER. A graduate from the University of Kentucky theatre program, Aaron has performed across the country and was most recently seen here in Dallas in RCT's production of INTO THE WOODS. He would like to thank his wife, Ashley, for her unwavering support. ~

Crew

PHIL NIXON (Director) is thrilled to be making his ICT Main Stage directing debut with one of his favorite scripts, THE LION IN WINTER. Phil has had the great pleasure of playing Henry II and it's one of his favorite roles. He has also directed shows at: Scott Theater, Casa On The Square, and Orchestra Hall on behalf of the Fort Worth Theatre, as well as, Runway Theatre and ICT's Theatre On The Edge. As an actor, Phil has performed in three ICT Main Stage productions: Blore/TEN LITTLE INDIANS, Inspector Thomas/THE UNEXPECTED GUEST, and Lefty/HEAVEN CAN WAIT. Other favorite roles include: Caldwell B. Cladwell/ URINETOWN, Daddy Warbucks/ ANNIE, Big Daddy/ CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF and Joe Keller/ ALL MY SONS. He was last seen in the 2010 Column Award nominated musical as Governor/ Innkeeper in MAN OF LA MANCHA. He's performed at other area theaters including: Dallas Children’s Theatre, Circle Theatre, Fort Worth Theatre, Runway Theatre, OnStage in Bedford, Hip Pocket, Theatre Arlington and Northeast Playhouse.

BRYNN BRISTOL (Scenic Design) is the Costume Designer, Costume Shop Manager and Theatre Instructor at Texas Wesleyan University. Prior to joining Wesleyan's faculty, Brynn worked for a year as a free lance theatre artist, directing, designing and scene painting for various theatres in the Metroplex. From 1986 to 1995 Brynn was the Assistant Managing Director at Fort Worth Theatre and Managing Director of the Fort Worth Theatre from 1995 - 1999. At FWT she was a resident Director, Set Designer and Scenic Artist, Development Director and actress. In addition to her work at Fort Worth Theatre she has worked at Casa Manana, Stage West, Jubilee Theatre, Backdoor Theatre, Gaslight Dinner Theatres and Granbury Opera House as a director, set & costume designer, artist and actress. Brynn received her B.A. in Theatre from North Texas State University and her M. A in Theatre from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor.

SAM NANCE (Lighting Design) is resident lighting designer this season for ICT MainStage where his most recent work was OF MICE AND MEN. He is the resident lighting designer for Pegasus Theatre where he has lit their innovative “living black and white” shows for a number of years as well as their more colorful presentations. Other companies that have seen his light, include the Shakespeare Festival of Dallas, Dallas Theater Center, Theatre Britain, the Lois Pope Theater in Florida and Theatre Three. Shows include WOODY GUTHRIES AMERICAN SONG, THE LION IN WINTER, CATHOLIC SCHOOL GIRLS, AND A MIDSUMMER NIGHTS DREAM. He has received two Column Awards for his lighting of THE LIGHT IN THE PIAZZA at Theatre Three and NINE at ICT.

SUE HILL (Costume Designer) has been costuming local theater for many years. Some of her favorites include, YOU'RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN , THE BOYFRIEND (which won the Betty Buckley Award for Best Musical in 2009), and SEUSSICAL, THE MUSICAL. Sue did much of the costuming for ICT Children's Theater several years ago. She has also enjoyed working with the Show Choir from Trinity High School for the past nine years. She has two grown sons, Josh and Jonathan, a wonderful and supportive husband, Harvey and one adopted dog, Gracie. "I am thankful for God's great blessings in my life."

STACEY STREET (Stage Manager) is excited to be back with ICT. Stacey’s most recent stage managing work has included NINE, SHAKESPREARE FOR THE MODERN MAN and DEARLY DEPARTED with ICT MainStage. Stacey has also worked with the Greater Lewisville Community Theater, Garland Summer Musicals, Theatre Britain and Theater Three. Stacey would like to thank her family and Janel for their constant encouragement and support.

JO ANNE HULL (Set Dressing/Props) has designed props and set dressing for many ICT shows. Most recently, she has designed SHERLOCK’S LAST CASE, HMS PINAFORE, and DON’T DRESS FOR DINNER. Past favorites INCLUDE PROOF, BRIGHTON BEACH MEMOIRS, NOISES OFF and NO WAY TO TREAT A LADY. She enjoys the challenge of those “just right and hard to find” items that help to set the period or enhance the action. Jo Anne is an ICT Board Member.

IAN GARLAND (Assistant Lighting Designer) is currently working his fourth season with ICT MainStage. He is a Technical Theater Major at the University of North Texas where he was Lighting Designer for the New Choreographers Concert. He also has worked as Assistant Lighting Designer for THE MISANTHROPE and GHETTO. He wants to thank everyone at ICT MainStage for all of the great opportunities.

SCOTT NIXON (Co-Producer) Is currently serving his second term with the Board of Directors for ICT. He has appeared in past ICT productions such as DON’T DRESS FOR DINNER, HEAVEN CAN WAIT, THE UNEXPECETED GUEST, THE ADVENTURES OF TOM SAWYER, DEATH: TAKE/1 and ANOTHER MURDER, ANOTHER SHOW IN LIVING BLACK AND WHITE and LILIES OF THE FIELD. Outside of the Metroplex, Scott has appeared in numerous productions including SOUTH PACIFIC, KISMET, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF & CAMELOT starring John Cullum.

ROBIN STEPHENS (Co-Producer) has been working with ICT in many capacities since 1986. He has produced and designed Lighting and Sound for many shows. Most recently he served as Master Carpenter for HMS Pinafore and DON’T DRESS FOR DINNER. Robin has also served as Sound Operator for Theatre Britain’s annual Panto. Robin is a current member of the ICT Board of Directors.

Auditions

Directed by Phil Nixon

Sunday, January 24, 2010 from 2 - 4pm
Monday, January 25, 2010 from 7 - 9pm

Performances: March 19 - April 3, 2010

Call 972-594-6104 to schedule an appointment.

Roles: 5 Male, 2 Female

General Notes:
All roles are available.
No accents are required. A clean, clear stage voice will suffice.
This is a comedy. When in doubt, skip the angst.

Henry II, King of England (50's): Commanding nature. Volatile and emotional. He loves to play mind games, most especially with Eleanor. But most of all, he loves being king.

Eleanor of Aquitaine (50's): Stately, regal, and a commanding presence. Unlike Henry, she internalizes emotion and her manipulative nature. She also loves to play games, and nearly wins with her acid wit.

Richard the Lion Heart (late 20's to 30): A professional soldier and the strongest and toughest of the three heirs. He also has a complicated love/hate relationship with both parents.

Geoffrey (mid 20's): The middle son of this story. He feels overlooked and unloved. He has the scheming and conniving nature of his parents, but lacks the personal warmth.

John (late teens to 20): The youngest and most spoiled son. He constantly vacillates out of fear and weakness and is an easy target for his older brother, Geoffrey.

Alais (or Alice) (early 20's): The beautiful French princess, Philip's sister. She is betrothed to Henry's heir, but has been Henry's lover for many years. She loves Henry, but living with a family like this, she worries about her survival.

Philip II, King of France (20): He has been king for a few years and at the start of the story he is no match for Henry. As the story goes on, he learns how to play the games.

(all roles are available)