Tuesday, March 03, 2015

SAINTS: The Musical - UPDATED AUDITION INFO!


Audition Notice


Payton Productions will hold auditions for Saints, the Musical on March 28, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM, and March 29, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM, at St. Raphael Academy in Pawtucket, RI.  

This rollicking new musical, written by Kaleidoscope Theatre’s David Payton, is based on Don Payton’s book, Friends Are Thicker Than Water.  Don’s book covers the year 1955 at Saint Raphael Academy, when he was class vice-president and captain of the football team.  Saints is a hilarious and nostalgic account of the many misadventures of two best friends. 

Saints will be presented as a reader’s theatre workshop, with staged musical numbers    
Needed are 12 male actors and 6 female actors, aged 16 to 60  
Those auditioning should prepare a one minute comic monologue and 16 bars each of an upbeat song and a ballad.  Bring a resume and photo, if available  
Bring sheet music in the correct key. An accompanist will be provided  
A short dance combination will be taught

Saints will be directed by Sandy Cerel and Anne Colannino, with musical direction by Lila Kane, and choreography by Bill Evans. 

 Rehearsals will begin May 1, 2015. Production dates are June 19, 20, 21, 26, 27, and 28.  Please call 401-942-3637 to schedule an audition appointment.


Wednesday, February 25, 2015

Our 2015 Summer Season!

We are proud to announce our 2015 Summer Season! 


- The Frog Prince 
- Snow White 
- Cinderella 
- Pinocchio 
- Goldilocks 
- Sleeping Beauty 


To celebrate, we have been sharing old
throwback photos of the shows on Facebook. Like our Facebook page to see more of our favorites and check out our website for the complete schedule!

Tuesday, February 24, 2015

SAINTS: The Musical UPDATE

Sandy and Anne (the co-Directors of SAINTS: The Musical) will be on TV this week talking about the upcoming auditions and the show! 

Check them out on AN HOUR WITH BOB - Thurs. @ 11PM, Fri. @ 10 PM, Sat.@ 1PM on Cox 13 Verizon 32 and full channel 49. Also, Sat. @ 11PM & Mon. @ 10:30PM on Cox 18 and Verizon 24,25,31. Wed. @ 6PM Fall River Ch 95.

In other news, the auditions for this show have been officially rescheduled to March 28th from 2-5pm and March 29th from 4-6pm. Please call (401) 942-3637 to make an appointment!

Thursday, February 12, 2015

The Making of a Musical


David has created a blog all about the process of making SAINTS: The Musical. 

SAINTS: The Musical is based on the book "Friends Are Thicker Than Water" by his brother Don Payton. The blog will journey the progress as the musical is taken through all the stages of production. Check back frequently for new posts!!

Check out David's blog here.

Wednesday, January 21, 2015

Reschedule!


Due to a scheduling conflict, the upcoming auditions for SAINTS: The Musical are going to be rescheduled. Stay tuned for more information!

Everyone who had signed up for a slot this weekend, will be contacted personally to reschedule.

Thank you.

Saturday, January 17, 2015

Open Auditions!


Audition Notice

Payton Productions will hold auditions for Saints, the Musical on January 24 and 25 from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at St. Raphael Academy in Pawtucket, RI.
This rollicking new musical, written by Kaleidoscope Theatre’s David Payton, is based on Don Payton’s book, Friends Are Thicker Than Water. Don’s book covers the year 1955 at Saint Raphael Academy, when he was class vice-president and captain of the football team. Saints is a hilarious and nostalgic account of the many misadventures of two best friends.
  • Saints will be presented as a reader’s theatre workshop, with staged musical numbers
  • Needed are 12 male actors and 6 female actors, aged 16 to 60
  • Those auditioning should prepare a one minute comic monologue and 16 bars each of an upbeat song and a ballad. Bring a resume and photo, if available
  • Bring sheet music in the correct key. An accompanist will be provided
  • A short dance combination will be taught
    Saints will be directed by Sandy Cerel and Anne Colannino, with
    musical direction by Lila Kane, and choreography by Bill Evans.
    Production dates are June 19, 20, 21, 26, 27, and 28. Please call 401-942-3637 to schedule an audition appointment. 

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