A! Magazine for the Arts

Theatre Bristol announces new season

December 27, 2021

Love runs deep in Theatre Bristol’s 57th Season. From new romance to love for family, community, country and society, the season is full of laughs and heart-warming moments for the whole family, as well as thought-provoking and important reflection and connection.

The season kicks off with “Twelfth Night,” Shakespeare’s romantic comedy presented by the Youth Service Board Feb. 11-13.

Theatre Bristol’s fourth River’s Way collaboration follows March 5 and 6 in the ARTspace, with “Real Heroes” written and directed by Dottie Havlik and performed by differently-abled young people and Theatre Bristol veterans.

Weekends April 1-10, “Jack and the Beanstalk,” directed by Cindi Brooks, comes to the ARTspace stage. Auditions were held in 2020, however, opportunities may be available for additional roles or crew.

One of the most popular musicals of all time, “The Sound of Music,” directed by Glenn Patterson, comes to the Paramount Center for the Arts, weekends June 17-26.

Theatre Bristol’s annual The Start of Adventure summer camp for kindergarten through eighth grade runs July 11-15.

The Youth Service Board presents its annual production July 22, 23 and 24, with the title to be announced.

The classic “To Kill a Mockingbird,” directed by Camille Gray, takes the ARTspace stage weekends Aug. 26-28 and Sept. 2-4. Auditions for men, women and children are July 9, 10, and 11. First meeting is Saturday, July 16 and rehearsals begin on July 25.

The holiday movie favorite “Elf The Musical” comes to the Paramount Bristol stage under the direction of Kenn Naegele weekends Nov. 11-20, and the ARTspace stage weekends Dec. 2-18. Auditions for men, women, and children for both productions are Sept. 3, 4, 5, and 6. Rehearsals begin Sept. 12.

Those interested in working backstage as part of the production team and stage crew are welcome to come to any of the audition dates and discuss their interest and skill. This invitation includes those interested in orchestra, costuming, set design and construction, lighting, sound, stage management, props, publicity and other roles. Interested individuals can also email info@theatrebristol.org. No experience is necessary for crew work.

For more information, visit www.theatrebristol.org or its Facebook page, contact Theatre Bristol at 423-212-3625, or email info@theatrebristol.org.

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