Floyd Collins
Music and Lyrics by Adam Guettel, Book and Additional Lyrics by Tina Landau
Directed by Meghan Randolph, Musical Direction by Christopher Powers
In 1925, while chasing a dream of fame and fortune by turning a Kentucky cave into a tourist attraction, Floyd Collins himself became the attraction when he got trapped 200 feet underground. Alone but for sporadic contact with the outside world, Floyd fought for his sanity and ultimately his life as the rescue effort above exploded into the first genuine media circus. Reporters and gawkers from across the country descended on the property, fueling the hysteria and manipulating the nation into holding its collective breath. This haunting musical - one of the most acclaimed in recent years - tells the transcendent tale of a true American dreamer.
Produced by Music Theatre of Madison at the River Arts Center, 105 9th Street, Prairie du Sac
Performances: September 12-20, 2009
September 12 and 19 at 7:30pm
September 13 and 20 at 2:00pmTicket Prices: TBD
Call 608-237-2524 for reservations or more information.
Auditions
Auditions will be held on the following days:
-/-/-Auditions will be held by appointment for remaining roles in Floyd Collins. Several roles have been cast from an earlier audition session. See www.musictheatreofmadison.com for details. We are flexible and can meet at a time that works for you. E-mail mtmadisoninfo@yahoo.com
Performers auditioning should be aware that there will be one school matinee, most likely on September 17th, at 1:00pm. We will have this information available in plenty of time to make any necessary adjustments to schedules.
Due to the policies of the Sauk Prairie School District, the above performance dates are subject to change, however the likelihood is very slim. Dates will be definite as of May 1, 2009.