HENRY — River Valley Players Community Dinner Theatre will be opening its 43rd season with the Tony Award-winning musical “Wonderful Town.”
Based on the play “My Sister Eileen,” this hidden gem features a soaring score composed by Leonard Bernstein (West Side Story, Candide, On The Town) and smart, funny lyrics that were written by Betty Comden and Adolph Green (On the Town, Bells Are Ringing, Singin’ In the Rain-screenplay).
Set in Greenwich Village in the summer of 1935, “Wonderful Town” tells the story of Ruth and Eileen, two sisters, who leave behind their mundane lives in Ohio in pursuit of their dreams. Chock-full of swinging show tunes, breathtaking choreography, and effervescent charm, Wonderful Town captures the thrill of chasing one’s dreams like no other musical.
Auditions will be at 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 29, and 7 p.m. Monday, Dec. 30, at St. John XXIII Community Center, 1301 Second St. in Henry. Auditions are open for all roles and will consist of a vocal audition, dance/stage movement, and readings from the script. Auditioners should prepare a song (theatrical preferred) they believe showcases their vocal talent and wear comfortable clothing and sensible shoes that will allow freedom of movement.
Production dates are March 7-8 and 13-15.
A Facebook group (RVP Sp2020 Wonderful Town) has been set up as a place to gather more information and ask questions. Contact Director Elizabeth Wild at libbazet.rvp@gmail.com to make arrangements if you are unable to attend one of the scheduled auditions. Video auditions are welcome.