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UMMTA is incredibly excited to present our first semester production for 2011, the Melbourne premiere of Curtains!

UMMTA presents Curtains: The Musical
Performances 6th – 14th May
Union Theatre, University of Melbourne

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A rollicking send-up of backstage murder mystery plots, set in 1959 Boston, Massachusetts, Curtains follows the fallout when the supremely untalented star of Robbin’ Hood of the Old West is murdered during her opening night curtain call. It is up to a police detective who moonlights as a musical theatre fan to save the show, solve the case, and maybe even find love before the show reopens, without getting killed himself! With book by Rupert Holmes and music and lyrics by Kander & Ebb, the show promises a rip-roaring night of larger-than-life characters, romance, mystery and intrigue!

Presented by the University of Melbourne Music Theatre Association
Book by Rupert Holmes, Music by John Kander, Lyrics by Fred Ebb
Original Book and Concept by Peter Stone
Additional Lyrics by John Kander and Rupert Holmes
By arrangement with Origin Theatrical on behalf of Theatrical Rights Worldwide, New York

Evening shows 6-7, 11-14 May 2011 at 7:30pm
Matinee Saturday 14 May at 2pm
Union Theatre, ground floor, Union House
University of Melbourne VIC 3052

UMMTA is very excited to announce the cast list for its Semester 1 show for 2011, the Melbourne premiere of Curtains. We were amazed at the number of talented auditionees – so thanks to everyone that gave it a try, and we hope that you’ll all choose to audition for UMMTA productions in the future!

UMMTA is very excited to announce the production team for its Semester 1 show for 2011, Curtains:

Audition bookings are now open for UMMTA’s Semester 1 show for 2011, the Melbourne premiere of Curtains!

A rollicking send-up of backstage murder mystery plots, set in 1959 Boston, Massachusetts, Curtains follows the fallout when the supremely untalented star of Robbin’ Hood of the Old West is murdered during her opening night curtain call. It is up to a police detective who moonlights as a musical theatre fan to save the show, solve the case, and maybe even find love before the show reopens, without getting killed himself! With book by Rupert Holmes and music and lyrics by Kander & Ebb, the show promises a rip-roaring night of larger-than-life characters, romance, mystery and intrigue!

We are looking for a myriad of performers to bring their energy and enthusiasm to a large cast. There are many characters and featured roles to be had in this show, and we would love people of all experience levels to give it a go.

Auditions will be held at the following times:

 
For more information, please see the attached audition pack. Book your audition online today – get in quick, because appointments will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis!

UMMTA – Curtains – Audition Pack

Click here to book your audition now!

UMMTA is proud to announce its Semester 1 show for 2011: Curtains!

A rollicking send-up of backstage murder mystery plots, set in 1959 Boston, Massachusetts, Curtains follows the fallout when the supremely untalented star of Robbin’ Hood of the Old West is murdered during her opening night curtain call. It is up to a police detective who moonlights as a musical theatre fan to save the show, solve the case, and maybe even find love before the show reopens, without getting killed himself! With book by Rupert Holmes and music and lyrics by Kander & Ebb, the show promises a rip-roaring night of larger-than-life characters, romance, mystery and intrigue!

Performance dates will be the 6th – 14th of May 2011, in the Union Theatre at The University of Melbourne. You can find a full synopsis of the show at http://www.guidetomusicaltheatre.com/shows_c/curtains.html

We are looking for talented, dedicated and enthusiastic applicants for the following roles:

• Director and Assistant Director
• Musical Director
• Choreographer
• Production Manager
• Technical Director
• Lighting Designer
• Sound Designer
• Stage Manager
• Costume Designer
• Set Designer
• Vocal Coach
• Rehearsal Pianist

Applications must be submitted online by 5pm on Thursday February 10th.

The Music Theatre Guild of Victoria today announced the list of Nominations and Commendations for Guild Awards to be presented at the Bruce Awards Night on December 4th! Congratulations to those UMMTA performers whose excellent work has been recognised for our 2010 season:

Nomination for Best Male Performer in a Leading Role:
Brad Dylan – Gordon Schwinn, A New Brain

Nomination for Best Male Performer in a Supporting Role:
Josiah Lulham – Mr Bungee, A New Brain

Commendation for Direction:
Allie Sutherland – A New Brain

Commendation for Best Male Performer in a Leading Role:
Tyson Legg – Robbie Hart, The Wedding Singer

Commendation for Best Female Performer in a Leading Role:
Luisa Tascone – Julia Sullivan, The Wedding Singer

Commendation for Best Female Performer in a Supporting Role:
Bianca Bruce – The Mother, A New Brain

Commendation for Best Female Performer in a Supporting Role:
Anna Voshege – Rhoda, A New Brain

Commendation:
Jessica Prinzi – chorus, The Wedding Singer

Congratulations to all, and for the nominees, best of luck for the awards presentation! Congratulations also to all those whose contributions were honoured in the Union House Theatre annual awards night for 2010:

Acknowledgement for directors, designers, technicians and non-performance roles:
Alec Kensit – The Wedding Singer and A New Brain

Professional development award:
Dylan Morgan – Assistant Director, The Wedding Singer, Doctor, A New Brain

Scholarship for professional actor training:
Kimberley Colman – Rosie, The Wedding Singer

UMMTA’s second semester production, A New Brain, is opening tonight! Check out some photos taken during the final dress rehearsal by Danielle Lawes. This is just a tiny preview of the fantastic show that will be playing 22-30 October in the Guild Theatre, University of Melbourne – book your tickets today!

UMMTA is incredibly excited to present our second semester production for 2010, A New Brain!

UMMTA presents A New Brain
Performances 22nd – 30th October
Guild Theatre, University of Melbourne

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Gordon Schwinn, a talented young songwriter, learns that he has a brain tumor and needs an operation urgently. While in hospital, Gordon’s greatest fear is dying with his greatest songs still inside of him; and so from his hospital bed, and in while in a coma, he begins writing the songs. Gordon eventually has surgery and recovers completely – his near death experience encourages him to re-evaluate and better appreciate the people and relationships in his life. The show is an uplifting story of determination and hope, featuring music by William Finn and Jason Robert Brown, and book by James Lapine.

Presented by the University of Melbourne Music Theatre Association
Music and Lyrics by William Finn
Book by James Lapine and William Finn

Evening shows 22-23, 27-28, 30 October 2010 at 7:30pm
Twilight show Friday 29 at 5pm (before UHT Gala Awards)
Matinee Saturday 30 at 2pm (all tickets $15)
Guild Theatre, first floor, Union House
University of Melbourne VIC 3052
Phone bookings 0406 330 825

UMMTA is very excited to announce the cast list for its Semester 2 show for 2010, A New Brain. We were amazed at the number of talented auditionees – so thanks to everyone that gave it a try, and we hope that you’ll all choose to audition for UMMTA productions in the future!

UMMTA is very excited to announce the production team for its Semester 2 show for 2010, A New Brain: