SHOWBOAT

By Jerome Kern and Oscar Hammerstein II

Directed by Chris Seminaro

A masterpiece, generally considered America’s first true musical, Jerome Kern & Oscar Hammerstein II's SHOW BOAT premiered in Washington, DC in 1927 and was a watershed moment in the history of American musical theatre. Compared to the trivial and unrealistic light musical comedies and "Follies"-type musical revues that defined Broadway in the early 20th century, SHOW BOAT was a radical departure in musical storytelling, marrying spectacle with seriousness. SHOW BOAT was the first American musical that openly depicted and addressed large social issues like inequality, alcoholism, gambling and racism. Featuring one of the greatest scores, including numbers such as Ol' Man River and Can't Help Lovin' Dat Man, SHOWBOAT was the major turning point for theatre in America.
Taking place over fifty years, 'Show Boat' tells the story of a showboat acting family and their struggles with race, gambling, alcoholism and poverty. In the beginning of the show, Captain Andy runs an extremely successful show on his ship 'The Cotton Blossom.' Unfortunately, after it is discovered that his leading lady, Julie, is part black, she and her leading man boyfriend are forced to quit the show. As a replacement, Captain Andy uses his daughter, Magnolia, and a young gambler, Gaylord Ravenal. Magnolia and Gaylord soon fall in love but love alone is not enough and Magnolia must return to the showboat to raise their daughter.

Produced by HOTT PRODUCTIONS; NFP-Helping Others Through Theatre at Schaumburg Prairie Center for the Arts, 201 Schaumburg Ct.; Schaumburg, IL 60193

Performances: November 5-13, 2014

Performance Times: Weekends, November 5-13, 2014

Ticket Prices: $18.00 children 17 & <; Srs. 62+; $20.00 adult

Call 847-895-2828 for reservations or more information.

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Auditions

Auditions will be held on the following days:

8/25/2014

Casting: All roles available! Performers of all ethnic and racial backgrounds are encouraged to attend! Casting age appropriately. Casting actors, singers and dancers. Beautiful music, strong story, stunning choreography, something for everyone!

When: Monday, August 25, 2014
Registration 6:30; Auditions 7:00-9:45; Auditioners will be taught a song as well as a dance combination.
Callbacks: Tuesday, August 26, 2014 by invitation
ALL Roles Available! NO Appointments Necessary! Please be prepared to be at auditions the entire time stated.
Please dress appropriately and come prepared to learn a song. Please bring a non-returnable photo and resume.
Where: Frost Junior High School; 320 W. Wise Rd., Schaumburg, IL
For information call: 847/650-HOTT (4688) Please DO NOT call the school!
Production dates: November 7-15; Schaumburg Prairie Center for the Arts