by Hard Road Admin | Aug 16, 2013 | Uncategorized
First of all, a BIG thank you to everyone who came out and auditioned. We had a tremendous turnout and appreciate everyone lending their talents for us to see and hear. As with any production, this is the toughest part of the job – casting…there are only 10 principle roles and it was very tough making some of these decisions. Thank you all for auditioning! Congratulations to the cast of Hard Road Theatre’s THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW!
The first rehearsal will be on Monday, August 19th at 7pm @ the Alfresco Art Center in Granite City (where auditions were held).
If you choose to decline a role, please contact the director, Evan Fifer, at evan@hardroad.org or via phone at 217-556-6399 ASAP. If we have not heard from you prior to Monday we will assume you have accepted your role.
Thanks again to all who auditioned!
Evan M Fifer
Director
THE CAST
Janet- Devynn Byrd
Brad – Jonathon Morgan
Narrator – John Mefford
Riff-Raff – Tim Albaugh
Columbia – Megan Jakel
Magenta – Gentry Nessel
Frank N Furter – David Whitacre
Rocky Horror – Michael Miller
Eddie – John Volker
Doctor Scott – Dan McGee
Phantoms:
Bob Gulledge (Understudy for Riff Raff/Rocky)
Myra Juenger (Understudy for Janet)
Adam Reynolds (Understudy for Brad/Frank N Furter)
Beth Augustin (Understudy for Columbia)
Katherine Kirchoff (Understudy for Magenta)
by Hard Road Admin | Aug 15, 2013 | Announcements, Auditions
Hard Road Theatre Productions, in association with the Alfresco Art Center in Granite City, is holding auditions for a fall adult production, The Rocky Horror Show. This show is part of the “Hard Rogue Players” series.
The Rocky Horror Show is a musical satire of the science fiction B horror films of the late 1940s – 1960s. Written by Richard O’Brien, the show tells the story of a newly engaged couple who become trapped in a storm and arrive at the home of a mad transvestite scientist, Dr. Frank N. Furter, who is in the midst of unveiling his new creation. The couple are seduced by Frank N. Furter and become involved in his twisted plans. The Rocky Horror Show was adapted into a movie in 1975 and that film has the longest-running theatrical release of any film in history.
Auditions will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 15th at the Alfresco Art Center, 2041 Delmar Ave., Granite City, IL. Auditions on will only be from 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. and will be immediately followed by callbacks. Those auditioning should be prepared to sing a Broadway-style song of 32 measures that best suits their voice and shows their range. An accompanist will be provided. Those auditioning should also be aware of any conflicts they will have between August 16th and October 19th. Resumes will be accepted. The Rocky Horror Show has adult themes (R-rated material) so only those over the age of 18 will be allowed to audition.
The Rocky Horror Show will be performed at the Alfresco Art Center in Granite City, IL on October 18th-20th. The show will be directed by Evan Fifer and assisted by Tom Varner.
Hard Road Theatre Productions is a non-profit theatre organization committed to providing the greater Highland area with high-quality, affordable, live theatre productions. For more information about auditions for The Rocky Horror Show, ticket information, or Hard Road Theatre in general, please call 618-409-6286, or email cs@hardroad.org.
by Bill | Aug 2, 2013 | Announcements
Dr. Frankenstein soothes the savage beast (file photo)
(Transylvania, Romania) As a follow-up to our Monday news article, it has been positively confirmed that the so-called “Frankenstein Monster” has been sited in the US Midwest town of Highland, IL. While it is not known if the monster poses any danger to the populace, local residents are encouraged to view the creature from a sanctioned viewing locale.
Tasked with the safety of the townsfolk, the organization “Hard Road” has prepared several times at which visitors can safely view the monster. Approved viewings are this evening and Saturday evening at 7:30. The monster’s final viewing will be on Sunday at 2:00. Since large crowds are anticipated, Hard Road authorities recommend that passes be obtained soon at their authorized location.
Can the town of Highland survive the Frankenstein creature? Is it a monster or just a misunderstood conglomeration of body parts? Only a first-hand sighting will tell.
