Cast List for the upcoming WCTH Radio Hour

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Big Town – Pittsburg Lil – 10/19/1937

Announcer: Kit Blackford

Peabody / 1st Man / 1st Employee: Robbie Williams

Wilson / 2nd Man / 2nd Employee: Marc Harlow

Lorelei / 1st Woman / 3rd Employee: Sam Wilson

Radsmith / 2nd Woman / 4th Employee / Newsie 1: Gina Joy Roemer

Mina / 3rd Woman / 5th Employee / Miss Foster: Maeve Carpenter

Servant / 3rd Man / 6th Employee / Charlie / Newsie 2: Joe Morris

Foley Artists: Josh Bliss & Louise Schroeder

Our Miss Brooks – Board of Education Day– 01/08/1950

Announcer: Robbie Williams

Mrs. Davis: Sam Wilson

Miss Brooks: Gina Joy Roemer

Walter Denton: Joe Morris

Stretch Snodgrass / Mr. Stone: Kit Blackford

Harriet Conklin: Maeve Carpenter

Mr. Boynton / Mr. Conklin: Marc Harlow

Foley Artists: Josh Bliss & Louise Schroeder

Congratulations to those of you who were cast and thank you to everyone who came out to audition! The talent was amazing and made the casting decisions quite difficult. Our first rehearsal will be Thursday, March 21, at 6:30 pm.

Stage to Stage 2024 Cast List

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The casting committee would like to thank everyone for taking the time to participate in the auditions for our annual fundraiser.  We were overwhelmed with the talent of the auditionees, and the decisions were VERY tough. To those who were not cast, we so appreciate that you shared your talents with us.  If this is what you love…please keep learning, growing, and auditioning!  The talent displayed during auditions made the casting committee’s job very difficult.  After much thought and discussion, we know that we have put together an amazing cast of performers!  

Congratulations to the Cast of
Stage to Stage 2024: A Hollywood and Broadway Revue

Nathalie Alcime​ Tori Schiller
Gina Boyd​               Ethan Stang
Marie Fauls​           Hannah Thomas
Emily Feldpausch​   Emma Ulman
Isabella Gembel​   August Warrick
Zach Hemmeke​   Katie Welty
Teshia Johnson​   Logan White
Hailey Kolke​           Stella Wilder
Olivia Kolke​             John Wilson
Samantha Landacre​   Mei-Lin Wong
Chelsea Marshall

BE A PART OF RADIO HISTORY WITH WCTH RADIO HOUR AT CTH

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Are you ready to step into the world of classic radio and bring iconic characters to life?  Community Theatre of Howell is thrilled to announce auditions on Monday, March 18 for the upcoming WCTH Radio Hour. Join us as we recreate the magic of live radio and celebrate the art of storytelling through sound.

Voice actors and Foley artists are needed. WCTH Radio Shows offer a low time commitment as rehearsals are only once per week. There is no line memorization, the performance is done with scripts in hand. No prior experience in radio theatre is necessary – we welcome performers ages 13 and older for roles in these exciting radio drama reenactments.

We will be featuring two captivating radio stories that will be performed on Sunday, April 28: Big Town – “Pittsburgh Lil” and Our Miss Brooks – “Board of Education Day”.

Big Town – “Pittsburgh Lil”:  In the bustling city of Big Town, the Illustrated Press newspaper reigns supreme. The newspaper is driven by a merciless managing editor and his fearless society reporter, Lorelei. When Lorelei refuses to write a malicious expose about a socialite’s scandalous past, the editor takes the article into his own hands with murderous consequences.

Our Miss Brooks – “Board of Education Day”: It’s Board of Education day at Madison High School and Principal Conklin has tasked Miss Brooks with arranging an exciting ceremony for the Superintendent. A series of amusing mix-ups involving a prankster, an athletic dimwit and a stuffy Principal culminates with explosive ceremonial results!

Auditions will be held at 1400 W. Grand River Avenue in Howell on Monday, March 18, 2024, from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. The performance will take place on Sunday, April 28, 2024 at 2:00 pm. There may be one off-site performance on Sunday, May 5, 2024. The description of characters will be shared at the beginning of the audition process. Please bring a list of all conflict dates between March 19 and April 28 to your audition. The first rehearsal is scheduled for Thursday March 21, 2024 at 6:30pm.

"Once Upon a Mattress" Cast List

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The casting committee would like to thank everyone who came out to audition for Once Upon a Mattress. The talent displayed during auditions made the casting committee’s job very difficult. After much thought and discussion, we know that we have put together an amazing cast! We look forward to working with all of you! Actor round-up will be held on Monday, February 19th at 6:30 pm at our offsite rehearsal space where the auditions were held.

Congratulations to the cast of Once Upon a Mattress!!!

King Sextimus the Silent - Mark Schindewolf

Queen Aggravain - Joanne Saoud

Prince Dauntless - Christian Thomas

Winnifred - Alyssa Friday

Lady Larken - Sydnei Thames-Ulrich

Sir Harry - Brad Rondeau

Minstrel - McKenna Mackillop

Jester - Jennifer Taylor

Wizard - Brandon Troop

Princess No. 12 - Emily Matticks

Sir Studley - Joseph Esper

Sir Luce - Amber Lee Carnahan

Sir Robin - Zachariah Hemmeke

Nightingale & Emily - Ellie Rider

Lady Rowena - Sara Hemmeke

Lady Merrill & Kitchen Wench - Jessica Schindewolf

Lady Lucille - Amy Allport

Lady Mabelle - Lauren Eldred

Lady H - Jennifer Frank

Lady Guinevere - Emily Peters

Sir Harold - Zayne Knuth

Lady Beatrice - Elise Bourke

Featured Dancers
Emily Peters, Lauren Eldred, Sara Hemmeke, Amber Lee Carnahan, Amy Allport, Zayne Knuth, & Elise Bourke

Audition for "Once Upon a Mattress" February 16-18

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Many moons ago in a far-off place, Queen Aggravain decreed no couples could marry until her son, Prince Dauntless, found a bride. Princesses came from far and wide to win the hand of the prince, but none could pass the impossible tests given to them by the Queen. That is, until the “shy” swamp princess, Winnifred the Woebegone, showed up. Would she be able to pass the Sensitivity Test, marry her prince and help Lady Larkin and Sir Harry to the altar? Carried on a wave of wonderful songs, by turns hilarious and raucous, romantic and melodic, this rollicking spin on the classic tale The Princess and the Pea provides some side-splitting shenanigans. For after all, a princess is a delicate thing.

Auditions – Know Before You Go!

About Audition Workshop
There is an Audition Workshop on Tuesday, February 13, from 6:30 to 8:30, at CTH. This workshop is strongly encouraged, but not required. You will learn the audition dance and have some time with the vocal director. The audition dance will be posted after Workshop for those who cannot attend.

Where Can I Get More Details?
Read through the Audition Flyer, as well as the Audition Form for important audition and show details.

Where Do I Go?
The Workshop will be held at CTH (Howell High School Freshman Campus).
Auditions will be held off-site, at our Tanger Outlet Location. Please see the map.

Who Can Audition?
We are seeking ages 16 (look 18) and over. Every cast member will sing and dance. Exceptions for under 16 will be rare, and if cast, will need parental permission to be involved.

What Monologue Should I Read?
There are monologues posted on this webpage. Read for the character you most want, you will be considered for all characters that you are willing to play. We may have you cold read from an additional monologue at auditions. If there is no monologue posted for the character you are auditioning for, you may choose the monologue of your liking, and you may be asked to read a different/additional monologue at auditions.

What Song Should I Sing?
There is sheet music and song clips on the website. Choose the song for the character you most want. You will still be considered for all characters that you are willing to play. If there is no song posted for the character you are auditioning for, you may choose the song that best fits your vocal range.

I Didn’t Get A Callback – Does That Mean I’m Not Cast
Callbacks are not always necessary. It does not mean you did not get the part. Cast list will be posted Sunday evening on the website and the Community Theatre of Howell Facebook Page.

What Do I Do If I’m Cast?
If you are cast, please be sure to come to Round Up on Monday, February 19. We will hand out scripts, do a read through, go over the schedule and important dates, and collect fees.

Thank you and break a leg!

DANCE & VOCAL WORKSHOP
Tuesday, February 13, 2024, 6:30 pm – 8:30pm

The Dance & Vocal Workshop will be held at the Community Theatre of Howell, 1400 W. Grand River (Howell HS Freshman Campus) This workshop is strongly encouraged.

AUDITIONS
Auditions & Callbacks will be held at our Second Stage Space located at the Tanger Outlet Mall (see Map)

Friday, February 16, 2024
6:00 pm Doors Open/Check in
6:30 pm Auditions begin

Saturday, February 17, 2024
1:00 pm Doors Open/Check in
1:30 pm Auditions begin

Sunday, February 18, 2024
1:00 pm Callbacks, if needed.

If these days and times will not work for you, please contact us and we will try and set up an alternative time to audition. For questions, call our Producer (Kim Carnahan) at 517-304-6618 or email kimberly.carnahan@att.net

Audition location:
Howell Tanger Outlet – Space A150
Howell, MI (see map on website)

Audition Preparation:
Please be prepared to sing, dance, and read at your audition. Audition materials can be found below.

EXTENDED DEADLINE - LOOKING FOR DIRECTORS FOR OUR 2024-25 SEASON

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DEADLINE EXTENDED TO FEBUARY 1

CTH is currently soliciting directors for the 2024-25 Season. This includes Radio Show and Black Box applications. We will review them all at once to see how they might fit together in our seasons.

Below is a synopsis of what a full season would look like for us. See instructions at the end for submitting an application.

Mainstage Productions

These comprise most of our offerings and are selected to be compatible with our primary venue, a 400-seat auditorium with good technical features but limited wing space. Typically, this portion of our season is comprised of a Musical performed in November with 12-14 weeks allowed for rehearsal time, a play in February with about 10-12 weeks for rehearsal, our School Show which is a youth production of about one hour in length performed in March for local schools which must meet some curriculum criteria to garner district support, and a spring musical. We also offer the opportunity of, at least, one additional production which may be either a play or musical based on director interest and facility availability. All proposals will need to show, at least, a breakeven budget. Also, please note that folks that have not directed yet for CTH, need to AD or Stage Manage a Mainstage production or direct a Black Box for us, before they can direct a Mainstage show.

Black Box Series

These are productions intended to be offered when our main facility is typically dark and may be performed either in our Green Room, an offsite location, or possibly on our main stage with a modified seating arrangement. These are presented with minimal set, costuming and budget, an expected audience size of 25-60 and modest admission cost. This series is intended to allow the opportunity to present works of high artistic or entertainment value, but which might have limited audience appeal. 

WCTH Radio Series


Additional offerings of classic radio shows presented about two weeks prior to our Mainstage productions at no charge.

In past years, we had presented a small list of titles for consideration by potential directors to choose from, but we want our directors to be passionate about their project. So instead, we are now open to all suggestions.  Please note that if we have not reviewed the script you propose in the past, we will ask the Director Search Committee to do a formal review to get additional perspective on how it could fit into our season and our organization.

Attached is an application form that needs to be thoroughly completed and returned with your theatrical resume.  Our internal deadline is January 15, 2024. The Directors Search will review applications and hold interviews in between late January and early March. A recommendation will be made to the Board of Directors at the April 2024 Board of Directors Meeting.


Thank you
Linda Peasley
Chair, CTH Director Search

Cast List for the Upcoming WCTH Radio Hour

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Archie Andrews – Christmas Shopping – 12/13/47

Robbie Williams - Archie & Moe
Suzi Klepinger - Veronica
Randy Klepinger - Jughead
Carrie Henderson - Betty
Marc Harlow - Fred & Man #1
Louise Schroeder - Mary
David Leisk - Floorwalker
Pete Iseppi - Announcer
Vicki Ellis & Kathy Brown - Foley Artists

Sam Spade – The Attitude Caper – 2/13/49

Robbie Williams - Sam Spade
Louise Schroeder - Effie & Gwennie
Marc Harlow - Woody & Ziggy
Suzi Klepinger - Blanche
Randy Klepinger - Albert & Driver
Carrie Henderson - Elva, Mrs. Steel & Nick
David Leisk - Blacky, Charlie & Pop
Cody Iseppi - Announcer & Rorty
Vicki Ellis & Kathy Brown - Foley Artists

Thank you to everyone who came out to audition! The talent was amazing and made the casng decisions quite difficult. Congratulaons to those of you who were cast! Our first rehearsal will be Thursday, December 28th, at 6:30 pm. We are looking for two Foley artists. If interested, please contact Peter Brown petembrown@aol.com for more information.

Give the Gift of Theatre Magic: Community Theatre of Howell Gift Cards

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Looking for the perfect holiday gift that's sure to dazzle and delight? Look no further! The Community Theatre of Howell Gift Cards are here to make your holiday shopping a breeze.

Why choose a CTH Gift Card, you ask? Well, for starters, they offer a world of entertainment possibilities. Whether your loved ones are fans of classic plays, musicals, gripping dramas, or laugh-out-loud comedies, our theatre has something for everyone.

Here's why CTH Gift Cards make a fantastic holiday gift:

  1. A Night of Memories: Treat your friends and family to an unforgettable evening at the theatre. CTH productions are known for their outstanding performances, stunning sets, and immersive experiences.

  2. Flexibility: With a CTH Gift Card, your recipients get to choose the show and date that suits them best. It's the gift of entertainment on their terms.

  3. Supporting the Arts: Your purchase goes beyond just giving a gift. It supports local arts and culture in our community, helping to keep the magic of theatre alive and thriving.

  4. Easy to Purchase: Buying a CTH Gift Card is quick and convenient. Just visit our box-office website.

This holiday season, give the gift of theatre magic with Community Theatre of Howell Gift Cards. Your loved ones will thank you as they enjoy a night filled with drama, laughter, and inspiration.

Don't wait—get your CTH Gift Cards now and make this holiday season truly special!

Note: We call these Gift ‘Cards’, but they are just digital codes your recipients will use at our box-office.

Cast list for "A Year with Frog and Toad"

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The casting committee would like to thank everyone for taking the time to participate in the auditions for Frog and Toad Kids.  We were overwhelmed with the talent of the auditionees, and the decisions were VERY tough.

To those who were not cast, we so appreciate that you shared your talents with us.  If this is what you love…please keep learning, growing, and auditioning!  If you were not cast in this production, but want to help behind the scenes, contact Theresia Rogers at tj@michmail.com

The talent displayed during auditions made the casting committee’s job very difficult.  After much thought and discussion, we know that we have put together an amazing cast!!!

Congratulations to the cast of Frog and Toad

We will see you Monday, December 4th at 5:00, at for actor round-up!   Location:  Tanger Outlet Unit A-150 (This is by the Guess store)

We will be doing admin paperwork, costume fitting/measuring, and script read-thru.

Frog Elliott Limbers

Toad Avery McDonald

Turtle Emily Peters

Lizard Pepper Rowley

Mouse 1 Claire Babcock

Mouse 2 Alex Brown

Snail 1 Abby Brown

Snail 2 Lilly Thomas

Snail 3 Lucy Gee

Bird 1 Aurorah French

Bird 2 Mila Kendall

Bird 3 Macy Zann

Bird 4 Claire Morris

Mole 1 Madeline Johnson

Mole 2 Addison Kromer

Mole 3 Faye Curton

Mole 4 Layla Usborne

Squirrel 1 Gavin Tolentino

Squirrel 2 Kensington Hanson

Bird Ensemble

Elizabeth Johnson and Lily Stover

Animal / Snowflake/ flower Ensemble

Piper Beisel, Stella Konopaska, Sarah Morris,

Asher Smith, Oliver Smith

Cast List for "Moon Over Buffalo"

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The casting committee would like to thank everyone who came out to audition for Moon Over Buffalo. The talent displayed during auditions made the casting committee’s job very difficult, and we hope to see those who were not cast at future auditions.

Congratulations to the cast of Moon Over Buffalo! We will see you Wednesday, November 15 at 6:30pm, at our Tanger Outlet Location for Actor Roundup. We will be doing admin paperwork and a script read-through.

Please acknowledge acceptance of your role by emailing the producer at theriderfamily@gmail.com.

Gil Bazil George

Cary Kalowick Charlotte

Jennifer Taylor Roz

Jackson Manning Paul

Evan Norton Howard

Emily Matticks Eileen

Jennie Ross Ethel

Dan Squires Richard

Christmas Carolers Needed

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The choir from A Christmas Carol has been invited to be in this year’s Fantasy of Lights Parade.

Let’s make a great showing!!!

Come join the show choir and be a part of the parade.  It could not be easier:

  1. Fill out the audition form (provide schedule conflict date through December 17)

  2. Record yourself singing "a cappella" (no musical accompaniment) one (1) of the songs from the show. Sheet music is linked below.

  3. Email the audition form and the recording along with a summary of your singing background to CTH.Show.Production@gmail.com by November 10.

Choir members will represent CTH in Howell’s Fantasy of Lights Parade on November 24 and support this year’s production of CTH’s A Christmas Carol on December 17.  Choir rehearsals will be about once a week and rehearsal dates will be set based on member’s schedules.   

Cast List for “A Christmas Carol”

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We would like to thank everyone who auditioned for “A Christmas Carol.” The talent displayed during auditions truly made casting choices VERY difficult.

To those who were not cast, we appreciate that you shared your talents with us and look forward to seeing each of you at future auditions.

Congratulations “A Christmas Carol” Cast!!

Gil Bazil
Gloria Towns
Julie Reis
Marc Harlow
Maeve Carpenter
Melanie Lemont
Robbie Williams
Sasha Gilders
Sam Jacobs

We look forward to seeing you Thursday, November 2nd @ 6:30pm at Tanger for round-up! We will be covering introductions, paperwork/policies, as well as an initial script read-thru.

"A Christmas Carol" Auditions

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A Christmas Carol, adapted from Charles Dickens’ Christmas classic, will be performed in the Readers Theatre style.   

Readers Theatre performances feature dramatic readings with script in hand, supported by minimal props and role based costuming (the CTH Summer Suspense Series and CTH Mystery Series were both performed in this style).

The performance will run about an hour and in the spirit of the season is presented to the community FREE of charge!

AUDITION INFORMATION:

We are looking for 6-8 Voice Actors as well as 1-2 Foley Artists to support music and sound effects.

Actors will perform with scripts in hand and may read for multiple roles. The ability to read confidently with clear articulation is critical to maintaining the desired flow and pacing, which is key to making the magic happen.

Scripts are not provided prior to audition. Those auditioning will be asked to read various parts from material provided during the audition. Auditionees should be prepared to showcase any accents/voices they think appropriate for a given role.

Readers Theatre offers a low-commitment opportunity with cast/Foley rehearsing once or twice a week.  A mandatory dress rehearsal will be scheduled prior to the performance.

CTH Membership is not required to audition; however, membership is required to become a cast member. There are no additional fees to participate.

PERFORMANCE:
Performance is December 17 at 2:00PM.  Cast and Foley are expected to arrive at noon and remain until strike is completed.

AUDITIONS:
October 30, 6:00 to 9:00 PM
CTH Rehearsal Space
Tanger Outlets Howell
1475 N. Burkhart Rd.
Unit A-150
Howell MI 48855
(See map)

Auditions are by reservation only. To reserve an audition time click on the sign-up button above. Please arrive 15-20 minutes prior to your audition time to check in. Remember to bring your completed audition form, your calendar, and any scheduling conflicts from October 31, 2023 through December 17, 2023 to your audition.

Cast will be announced by noon on November 1.  Cast Round-Up will be held November 2 or 3 (date/time TBD).

Directed by John B. Slemp
Produced by Christine Clinton-Cali

For additional information contact Christine Clinton-Cali at ccali11832@aol.com

Rock of Ages Cast List

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The casting committee would like to thank everyone for taking the time to participate in the auditions for Rock of Ages.  We were overwhelmed with the talent of the auditionees, and the decisions were VERY tough.

To those who were not cast, we so appreciate that you shared your talents with us.  If this is what you love…please keep learning, growing, and auditioning!  If you were not cast in this production, but want to help behind the scenes, contact Linda Peasley at lpeasley122@gmail.com

The talent displayed during auditions made the casting committee’s job very difficult.  After much thought and discussion, we know that we have put together an amazing cast!!!

Congratulations to the cast of Rock of Ages

We will see you Monday, August 28th at 6:30pm, at the Howell Freshman Campus for actor round-up! We will be doing admin paperwork, costume fitting and measuring.  Please be prepared to pay your production fees ($75), script deposit ($25) and membership (if needed) Monday night.  Script read-thru will be on Tuesday, August 29th, also at 6:30.

Sherrie Kylie Scarpace

Drew Ethan Miller

Lonny Kevin Rogers

Dennis Rick Staton

Stacee Jaxx John Wilson

Justice Alyssa Friday

Regina Abbigail Bean

Hertz Brad Rondeau

Franz Jackson Manning

Waitress Stella Wilder

Constance Cristian LaBar

Mayor/Ensemble Joe Morris

Joey Primo/Ensemble Dru Steeby

Protestor/Female Ensemble Jessie Barrett

Protestor/Female Ensemble Emma Bednarczyk

Protestor/Male Ensemble Joseph Esper

Protestor/Female Ensemble Lorelei Fraudette

Protestor/Female Ensemble Jennie Ross

Musician Ben Anderson

Musician Keith Decator

Musician Bob Rowlett


Ensemble (Other named ensemble roles, protesters and featured dancers will be assigned during week one of rehearsals).  Please note that the ensemble is in almost every number in the show and are as important as the named roles)!

Emma Bednarczyk Jessie Barrett Joseph Esper

Lorelei Fraudette Jenny Ross Carly Scruggs

Bronsyn Sacker Stella Wilder

AUDITIONS FOR ELECTRIFYING "ROCK OF AGES" MUSICAL ANNOUNCED

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Seeking Talented Performers to Unleash the Power of Rock 'n' Roll at Community Theatre of Howell

HOWELL, Mich. — Community Theatre of Howell is thrilled to announce its upcoming auditions for the electrifying and iconic musical Rock of Ages. This highly anticipated production will transport audiences back to the days of big hair, big dreams, and even bigger guitar solos. With a talent-packed cast and a jukebox full of chart-topping hits, Rock of Ages promises to be an ’80s rock 'n' roll extravaganza that will leave audiences cheering for more.  “Rock of Ages is an exhilarating and high-energy musical that captures the essence of the '80s rock scene," said Theresia Rogers, the show’s director. "We are seeking performers who can bring both raw talent and a genuine love for the music to the stage. This show will be a celebration of rock 'n' roll, and we can't wait to see the incredible talent that Livingston County has to offer."

Auditions will be held at 1400 W. Grand River Avenue in Howell from Thursday to Saturday, August 24 to 26, with a dance/vocal workshop on Tuesday, August 22. Casting directors are seeking talented performers with strong singing voices and dynamic stage presence. Whether you're a seasoned performer or a newcomer to the stage, this is an excellent opportunity to showcase your skills and be a part of a production that will rock the house!

Interested individuals may visit Community Theatre of Howell's website at www.cththeatre.org/rock-of-ages for detailed information — including the audition requirements, audition form, character breakdowns, and music selections (along with tracks), and the audition sign up link. There will be a vocal/dance workshop on August 22, and slots to sign up for auditions for the evenings of August 24 and 25 and the morning of August 26. A draft schedule will be available at auditions.

Rock of Ages will be performed at the Community Theatre of Howell November 10 to 12 and 17 to 19, 2023. It tells the story of aspiring rock star Drew and small-town girl Sherrie as they chase their dreams on the Sunset Strip in Los Angeles. Set in the 1980s, the show is a love letter to the era of excess, featuring some of the biggest rock anthems of the time. From Bon Jovi to Journey, Poison to Twisted Sister, this musical showcases the unforgettable music that defined a generation.

For further information and updates, please visit Community Theatre of Howell's website at www.cththeatre.org/rock-of-ages or follow CTH on Facebook and/or Instagram.

"The Thin Man" Cast

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Summer Suspense Series 

A sincere Thank You to everyone who auditioned for the upcoming CTH Summer Suspense Series.  The level of talent displayed truly made casting EXTRAORDINARILY difficult.

We are happy to announce the cast for the 3nd show in our series. 

Congratulations The Thin Man Cast!!
Carrie Henderson
Claire Morris
Gloria Towns
Jennie Ross
Jenny Frank
Joseph Morris
Melanie Lemont
Sasha Gilders

We look forward to seeing you Monday, July 24th @ 6:30pm at CTH for round-up! We will be covering introductions, paperwork/policies, as well as an initial read-thru of the script.