Lend Me A Tenor
November 5 - 20, 2010
Lend Me A Tenor
by Ken Ludwig
November 5 - 20, 2010
Directed by Kelly Scott
Hilarious Comedy!
Dupree Theater
Irving Arts Center
3333 N. MacArthur Blvd.
Irving, TX 75062
Fridays & Saturdays, November 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20, 2010 at 8pm.
Thursday, November 18, 2010 at 8pm.
Sundays, November 7 & 14, 2010 at 2:30pm.
This night is the biggest in the history of the Cleveland Grand Opera Company. World famous tenor Tito Morelli is to perform Otello, his greatest role, at the gala season opener. Saunders, the General Manager, hopes this will put Cleveland on the operatic map. Morelli is late; when he finally sweeps in it is too late to rehearse with the company. Through a hilarious series of mishaps, Il Stupendo is given a double dose of tranquilizers to calm him and he passes out. Saunders, the company's General Manager, is determined the show must go on so he asks his assistant Max to impersonate the opera star. Max succeeds admirably, but Morelli comes to and gets into his other costume. What follows is a chain-reaction of mistaken identity, plot twists, and constant entrances and exits through many doors.
PG13
ICTN Spotlight Video
Production Images
Chase Burnett (Max), Scott Nixon (Tito)
photo by © Keith Kubalwww.lapcatstudio.com
Fun at Strike
Cast
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AMANDA BRUNDRETT (Maggie) is delighted to join this terrific cast and crew. She is an Aggie, a teacher, and is grateful for the opportunity to perform at the Irving Arts Center. Previous roles include: Eve Williams/RUNNING IN THE RED, (for which she won Best Actress at Onstage in Bedford), Shelby/STEEL MAGNOLIAS, and Eve/THE DIARIES OF ADAM AND EVE. She thanks everyone for coming to see the show and praises God for His gift of grace (Ephesians 2:8-9). ~ |
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CHASE C. BURNETT (Max) is very thankful to be back with ICT and in one of his all-time favorite shows. Chase was last seen onstage in the ICT Theater On the Edge production as Pato Dooley/ THE BEAUTY QUEEN OF LEENANE. A graduate from Texas Wesleyan University, some of his most memorable roles from Theatre Wesleyan include Charlie/STONES IN HIS POCKETS, Anthony/SWEENEY TODD, Roald Amundsen/TERRA NOVA, and Macbeth/MACBETH. Thanks to ICT and my family/friends for your love and support all these years. ~ |
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ASHLIE KIRKPATRICK (Maria Mirelli) is thrilled to be making her ICT debut. Ashlie was most recently seen as The Baker’s Wife/INTO THE WOODS at RTC, for which she received a 2010 Column Award nomination. Some of Miss Kirkpatrick’s other favorite roles include Nancy/OLIVER!, Eileen/MOON OVER BUFFALO, and Miss Adelaide/GUYS & DOLLS. She’d like to thank her Incredible group of friends who have provided unwavering support and countless hours of babysitting! ~ |
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CHARISSA LEE (Julia) is happy to be making her ICT debut. She last appeared as Balthazar/THE COMEDY OF ERRORS at Shakespeare Dallas. She has a BA in Theater from Oklahoma State University. ~ |
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SCOTT NIXON (Tito Merelli) Is currently completing his second term with the ICT Board of Directors. Recently, he completed his very first stint at directing with THE BEAUTY QUEEN OF LEENANE for ICT’s Theatre On The Edge. He has appeared in past ICT productions such as TEN NIGHTS IN A BARROOM, 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. ~ |
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STEPHANIE SEIDLER (Diana) is excited to be performing with ICT MainStage for the first time! She has a Bachelor of Arts from the University of North Texas in Performance. Some past roles include Florinda/ INTO THE WOODS, Babe/CRIMES OF THE HEART, Jane/OUT OF ORDER, Rosalind/MOON OVER BUFFALO, and Olga/THREE SISTERS. She is fortunate to be working with such a great cast and crew! ~ |
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JAMES WEST (Saunders) - James has appeared in several ICT shows over the years, including Joe Morgan/TEN NIGHTS IN A BARROOM, Bert Hopkins/UNVARNISHED TRUTH, Det. Mark MacPherson/LAURA, Sergeant of Police /PIRATES OF PENZANCE, and has had roles in productions for Beardsley Living Theater and Bucket Productions. James serves on ICT's Board of Directors and is active in backstage roles. James is overjoyed to be a part of this show and would like to thank the many people involved with ICT for making this show possible. ~ |
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AARON WHITE (Bellhop) is thrilled to be returning to ICT MainStage after appearing as Richard/THE LION IN WINTER. Aaron received his B.A. in Theatre from the University of Kentucky and spends his weekdays working with rare comic books for Heritage Auction Galleries. Some favorite roles include: Patrick Dennis/MAME, Rapunzel's Prince/INTO THE WOODS, and Bill/KISS ME KATE. Aaron would like to thank his wife, Ashley. ~ |
Crew
CLAYTON CUNNINGHAM (Producer) is pleased to be making his producing debut with ICT. Clayton serves on the ICT board of directors and is active in set building. Clayton would like to thank his wife, Val, for her love and support.
TOM ORTIZ (Producer) is pleased to once again be helping behind the scenes to bring a quality production to the stage. He welcomes new board member Clayton
Cunningham as his co producer and throws out a big thanks to the design team for their collaborative efforts and hard work in bringing this hilarious comedy to life. This cast is awesome and will leave the audience in stitches as they leave tonight’s performance. Thanks to ICT and the theater community for your contributions to the Arts.
KELLY SCOTT (Director) is very pleased to be directing for ICT again after her last comedy, DEARLY DEPARTED. She has a BFA in Theatre from UT and an MS in Directing from the University of North Texas. Kelly has been an adjunct faculty member in the Drama Department at UNT and loves all aspects of the craft - from directing to acting to design. She has an agent for acting/voiceover work and loves using her vocal skills for the Texas Radio Theatre Company. She is happy to be doing this production with her wonderful cast and fab technical support. Thanks to all!
SHEILA D. ROSE (Assistant Director/Stage Manager) is pleased as punch to be calling the cues again at ICT MainStage after a three year absence. She would like to thank Kelly and Tom for involving her in this delightfully kooky production. Recently, she was seen as Vernadette/THE DIXIE SWIM CLUB, Pocket Sandwich Theatre. Other favorite roles include Brigida/DON JUAN TENORIO, THE VAMPIRE, Teatro Dallas, as well as originating the roles of Melanie Barnsworth/THE MAKEOVER, Runway Theatre and Dorothy Whitside/A CRITICAL CASE OF MURDER, Living Black and White™ for Pegasus Theatre. She also serves as Vice President /Administration for The Column Awards organization, and has received the Kathleen Freeman Spirit Award. Sheila would like to thank those special friends and family who have always supported and encouraged her love of this zany thing called theatre!
RICH FROHLICH (Sound Design) is happy to return to ICT MainStage. He is a two time Column award winner, and has designed sound for more than 50 productions at over a dozen area theaters since 2005. He is a vocational video producer, founder of the of the award-winning Texas Radio Theatre Company and since 2001 has written and produced over 60 modern audio plays. He lives in Arlington with his wife Shannan and three children.
IAN GARLAND (Lighting Design) is happy to have his first opportunity to design a show, after being assistant light designer for ICT for the past four seasons. He is currently a theater major with focus in lighting at UNT. There he was assistant light designer for GHETTO, THE MISANTHROPE, and was light designer for two dance pieces for the 2009 NEW CHOREOGRAPHERS CONCERT. He would like to thank his friends and family for all the support they have given him.
DEBBIE HURLEY (Props) is pleased to be working backstage on such a funny show. Although you may remember Debbie from performing in such shows as Heaven Can Wait, Ten Little Indians and Sherlock’s Last Case, she is also at home working backstage. She can wield a paint brush with the best of them and the stage shines bright when she turns the spot light on. When not working on or off the stage, you can find her helping out with the concession stand.
FERNANDO LARA (Sound Board Operator) is working on his 20th show for ICT. Fernando has worked as Stage Manager for THE LAST DAYS OF JUDAS ISCARIOT to Producer for the award winning production of NINE. Fernando also works as an Actor and Production Assistant for TV and Film productions.
ELLEN MIZENER (Scenic Design) is pleased to return to ICT having debuted last season with OF MICE AND MEN. She has design credits throughout the metroplex--favorite shows include: DUCKHUNTER SHOOTS ANGEL, AND THEN THERE WERE NONE, URINETOWN, NIGHTWATCH and A VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE to name but a few. Thanks to director Kelly Scott for the opportunity to design in one of her favorite time periods; Kudos to the wonderful production team and very special thanks to her husband, Jeff. I couldn't do it without you.
TORY PADDEN (Costume Design) has a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of Texas at Austin. Recent productions that she designed were TEN NIGHTS IN A BARROOM for ICT, BYE BYE BIRDIE at Richland College, and PUSS IN BOOTS for Theater Britain. She loves working with ICT and their most excellent people.
Auditions
Directed by Kelly Scott
Sunday, September 12, 2010 from 2 - 4pm
Monday, September 13, 2010 from 7 - 9pm
- Auditions will be cold readings from the script.
- Please bring headshot/resume or updated photo and resume.
Performances: November 5 - 20, 2010
Auditions will be cold readings from the script.
Please bring headshot/resume or updated photo and resume.
We offer a gas allowance.
Call 972-594-6104 or email info@irvingtheatre.org to schedule an appointment.
Roles: 4 Male, 4 Female
4 Male roles (20’s – 60’s) - Characters of Max and Tito should be able to sing, but emphasis is on acting ability.
*NOTE: MALE ACTORS MAY BE ASKED TO SING A SIMPLE SONG
4 Female roles (20’s – 50’s)
(all roles are available)
