Arts, Entertainment and whatevahs on the islands of Maui, Kauai and beyond...
Sunday, November 3, 2024
Thursday, October 31, 2024
Kauai: Auditions - Kauai Community Players - On Golden Pond
KAUAI COMMUNITY PLAYERS
ON GOLDEN POND
Audition Notice
Written by Ernest Thompson
Directed by Jo Grande
Opens January 3, 2025 for three consecutive weekends.
AUDITIONS
Saturday, November 9, 2024, 3 to 6 p.m.
Sunday, November 10, 2024, 3 to 6 p.m.
Puhi Theatrical Warehouse
The setting for ON GOLDEN POND is a lake-front New England summer cottage where nature and the sounds of loons provide an atmosphere for this family drama about an aging father (Norman) in his late 70s, and his estranged daughter (Chelsea) confronting issues and differences from her growing up years.
In an important role, Billy, Chelsea’s boyfriend’s son, a confident and fun-loving typical teenager, spends extended time on the lake with Normal and Ethel, possibly relecting the son (instead of daughter Chelsea) Norman never had.
In the highly successful movie based on the play, Jane Fonda starred with her father, Henry Fonda (both noted screen actors) which reflected the actual troubled relationship of the Fondas and reportedly helped mend the rift. Katherine Hepburn played Norman’s wife in movie and both earned Academy Awards.
Playwright/screenwriter Thompson scored an Oscar for best screenplay adaptation. The warmth and humor and realistic relationships reflected in Thompson’s fully-realized play make all of the roles a delight to play.
Charlie Martin, the postman, is a plum role for a character actor. He and Chelsea were childhood friends, and he still has feelings for her. Dabney Coleman played the role in the movie.
The six roles blend to create an exceptionally entertaining, feel-good family play!
For more information contact, Director Jo Grande 808 652 8178
Info: www.kauaicommunityplayers.org
NORMAN THAYER, Jr.
70+ Aging, wicked sense of humor, smart but forgetful.
His gruffness covers his insecurities.
ETHEL THAYER, his wife
Warm, wise and capable, she “gets” the old rascal.
She and Norman have been married a very long time.
CHELSEA, their daughter
Late 30s/40s her father, Norman, wanted a son, but got her.
They’re never been able to bridge their differences.
BILL RAY, Chelsea’s boyfriend
About Chelsea’s age, meeting
her parents for the first time; formerly married.
BILLY RAY, typical teenager, Bill’s son, great role for a young actor.
CHARLIE MARTIN, the postman went to school with Chelsea,
still has a crush on her. He’s solid, streetwise, charming.
VOLUNTEERS ARE ALSO NEEDED FOR BACKSTAGE CREW!
Sunday, October 13, 2024
Friday, October 11, 2024
Friday, October 4, 2024
Monday, September 30, 2024
Friday, September 27, 2024
Heavy Winter Coat for Sale - Heading to Cold Weather?!
Kauai: Heading to the mainland for a cold Winter vacation or are you moving to a cold area of the world? You will love this wool blend Peace coat! It's been altered but it was done professionally. DM me here or email tophatandscarf@yahoo.com (better to email) $100 obo, size XL. Located on the North Shore. Mahalo.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)