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As anyone involved in theatre in any capacity can tell you, some shows run more smoothly than others.  Raconteur Theatre has had that maxim made abundantly clear in its run-up to its March show, Tracks in the Snow.  Having found a Chase and and Leauna, as well as a stage manager (we hope), RTC has now lost their Jeremy character.  So they are looking for a male actor who can pass for 18-19 years old or so.  Jeremy’s character is a bit directionless and comes across as possibly dangerous.

Again, here is the short synopsis for the show: When Chase gets stranded in a winter storm, he finds himself stuck staying with a farming family. With no way out until a thaw comes through, Chase finds himself mixed up in both the troubles of the family and the troubles he creates for them, especially the younger daughter.

If you or anyone you know fit the bill (or are close to fitting the bill) for any of the above positions, PLEASE contact RTC at info@raconteurtheatre.com.

Raconteur is in a typical theatre snafu, which we hope you can help us out of - we’re missing a stage manager for our upcoming March show.

Here is a short synopsis and character list for the show. When Chase gets stranded in a winter storm, he finds himself stuck staying with a farming family. With no way out until a thaw comes through, Chase finds himself mixed up in both the troubles of the family and the troubles he creates for them, especially the younger daughter.

If you or anyone you know fit the bill (or are close to fitting the bill) for any of the above positions, PLEASE contact us at info@raconteurtheatre.com.

ACTOR NEEDED: Raconteur’s Tracks in the Snow

Raconteur is looking a male actor in his 20s for our upcoming production of Neil McGowan’s Tracks in the Snow asap.

Role: Chase - fit man in his early 20s

Synopsis - When Chase gets stranded in a winter storm, he finds himself stuck staying with a farming family. With no way out until a thaw comes through, Chase finds himself mixed up in both the troubles of the family and the troubles he creates for them, especially the younger daughter.

Performances run March 4-20 at Club Diversity (863 S. High St).

if interested please contact Ken Worrall at worrall.ken@gmail.com. For additional information, email info@raconteurtheatre.com

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Theatre Vault reviewers and writers offer their thoughts on the best theatre they saw in 2009.  Congratulations to all!

Best production:

1. Columbus Civic Theater’s A Doll’s House. Nearly every Theatre Vault reviewer mentioned this production in their top five lists. “Solid production… one of the best dramatic pieces I saw this year.” (Krista Threadgill) “CCT definitely tackled this dramatic juggernaut successfully with great and committed actors” (Tahrea Maynard) “The cast, especially Britt Kline, made this classic come alive, despite the long run time and the cramped MadLab setting.” (Danielle Filas)

2. Into the Woods at Weathervane Playhouse. “I watched this play on PBS nearly 20 years ago and was blown away. Weathervane’s production kept that magic alive for me.” (Krista Threadgill) “Professional performances, and an overall wonderful show.” (Tahrea Maynard)

3. Church at Available Light Theatre. “Dramatic, funny, thought-provoking. This was a play that still comes back to me 6 months after seeing it.” (Krista Threadgill) “The inventive company scored another hit with this incredibly though-provoking show. Thank you for not being afraid to be controversial!” (Danielle Filas)

Best season:

1. Emerald City Players. Reviewers recognized nearly every production by this small community theatre tucked away in a strip mall in Dublin had to offer.

Two reviewers put Doubt in their top five shows of the year. “A gutsy move to produce the play on the heels of an incredibly successful movie release, but they handled it beautifully.” (Krista Threadgill) “Kudos to this quality community theatre for taking risks with their season. This show, above all others, showcased what talent, ambition, and imagination can do some bigger theatres with bigger budgets fail to do.” (Danielle Filas)

Robert Weesner also tagged the ensemble for the company’s production of Jekyll & Hyde. “There were some excellent individual performances, but the ensemble work was ultimately what carried the show. Good group, talented, well directed. As a result, this was definitely the best show I saw.” Weesner also gave a nod to ECP’s Tina Gleason for her direction of On Golden Pond. “Tina is a talented and constantly dependable director…. Some day she will receive a lifetime achievement award for a solid body of work, so let’s give it to her now, while she’s still young enough to profit by it.”

2. Curtain Players. Run for Your Wife got recommended by Krista Threadgill for its “raucous British farce, spot-on accent reproduction, and laughter that carried me through my drive home.” In addition to the company’s wacky rendition of Charley’s Aunt, it ended the year with A Little House Christmas, which featured one of Robert Weesner’s favorite actors of the year. “Cherish Myers in Curtain Players production of A Little House Christmas. To me, this energetic 9-year-old carried the bulk of the show, reminding me of the very best of the “Annies” I’ve seen thru the years.” Weesner also mentioned Rich Bloom from the same production, “Rich is a fine actor, not always getting roles that demonstrate his talent. In Little House Christmas he was in a supporting role that was nothing less than enchanting.”

3. Bread and Circus Theatre Company. Reviewers enjoyed the “dark re-imagining” of Macbeth set in the deep south, the hilarious scripts for Funny Money and Right Ho Jeeves, the elaborate sets, and Robert Weesner said of Major Barbara’s Aerika Brofford, “Ol’ George B might have written the role with her in mind.”

Honorable Mentions:

The Weir with Solstice Theatre Company. A new company, Solstice hit the ground running with strong actors, spot on Irish brogues, gracious staff members, and a dark and creepy story perfect for Halloween.

Raconteur Theatre Company. RTC took the risk of delivering a season of new works, including a weekly series of free script readings that allowed the attendees to give feedback on the new works. Kudos for taking bringing Columbus emerging playwrights!

Joe Dallacqua received recognition from multiple reviewers for his roles in Doubt and in The Weir.

Emerald City Players for the best lobby and best concession stand.

Bread and Circus Theatre Company for the best restrooms.  (What?!  It’s important!)

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We can hardly wait to see what the Columbus theatre community has in store for us next year…