Karen Elmore, Sara Odom, Brian Smith, Jennie House, Emily White
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Legally Blonde Cast
Elle Woods.………………………………………………………………………...……Mia Hall
Emmett Forrest.…………………………………………………………………..…….James Gibson
Paulette Buonfonte………………………………………………………….…………Terri Ann Pankhurst
Professor Callahan…………………………………………………………...…..……John Collins
Serena…………………………………………………………………………………….Anquanizia (Tia) Hall
Margot…………………………………………………………………………….……….Lauren Beasley
Pilar……………………………………………………………………………….……….Katie Bruister
Warner Huntington III………………………………………………………………….Ross Brewster
Vivienne Kensington.……………………………………………………………....….Lauren Pratt
Enid Hoopes…………………………………………………………………….………..Abbie Woolridge
Brooke Wyndam…………………………………………………………….…………..Kim Knight
Kate/Chorus...........................................................................................................Malley Scarbrough
Law Student/Carlos/Chorus .................................................................................Enrique Abada
UCLA Student/Chorus...........................................................................................Daniel Johnson
Harvard Law Student/Chorus...............................................................................Scott Farmer
Delta Nu’s/Chorus……………………………………………………..………………..Haley Bailey
Maggie Craze
Becca Denney
Margaret Griffin
Claire McCraw
Jamie Murray
Kyle- the UPS Man…………………………………………………………………….Thomas "Buddy" Webb
Harvard Admissions Officer/Chorus………………...…………………...............Zena Limerick
Harvard Admissions Officer/Chorus……………………………………..............Scott Stevens
Harvard Admissions Officer/Chorus…………………………………………….....Jack Hall
Nikos the Pool Boy/Chorus…………………………………………….……….......Richard Byers
Judge…………………………………………………………………………………….Lisa Mercer
D.A. Joyce Riley/Chorus…………………….....………….. Nancy Gibson
Dewey/Chorus.………..………………………………….……..….......…................Jarod Armstrong
Chutney Wyndam................................................................................................Jamie Murray
TV Reporter/Chorus…………………………………………………….……………..Scott Causey
Law Student/Chorus………………………………………………………………… .Rick Entrekin
Elle’s Dad/Chorus.……………………………………………………………………..Terry Pankhurst
Elle’s Mom/Chorus……………………………………………………………………..Linda Bruister
Harvard Law Student/Chorus..............................................................................Tori Moore
Store Manager/Chorus.……………………………………………………….….…...Martha Barnett
Lowell/Chorus.......................................................................................................Scott Stevens
Bruiser…………………………………………....……...Beaux (Owners- Franklin & Deborah Denham)
Rufus………………………………………………………...…...Ringo (Owner- Thomas "Buddy" Webb)
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MLT Announces Cast for Crimes of the Heart
The Meridian Little Theatre proudly announces its cast for native Mississippian Beth Henley’s Broadway hit play, Crimes of the
Heart.This Pulitzer Prize play about three sisters who reunite at old granddaddy’s home in Hazlehurst, Mississippi after the younger sister
shoots her husband is a blend of emotional ups and downs with laughter in between. Past resentments and crazy happenings surface as each
sister is forced to face “the crimes of the heart” she has committed.
Lenny Magrath, the oldest sister who tries to keep the family reputation intact, will be played by Tana Clay.She last appeared in Cats and Bye Birdie at MLT.
The middle sister, Meg Magrath, who returns home with less than a successful singing career and gets caught up in an old love relationship, will
be portrayed by Holley Speed.Holley makes her return to the MLT stage after a long absence having last appeared in Grease.
Babe Botrelle, the youngest of the girls, went to Chandler Giles.She has been seen in several MLT productions including A Christmas Carol, Oklahoma and Wizard of Oz at MCC.
The role of the young lawyer, Barnette Lloyd, who will defend Babe, is played by Colton Tinsley.Colton has done several MLT shows including Best Little Whorehouse in Texas, Footloose, Cats, and Bye Bye Birdie.
Chick Boyle, the pesky cousin, who constantly reminds the Magrath sisters of their past that is a disgrace to their family and Hazlehurst, will be
played by Stella McMahan.This is her first role at MLT but she has done makeup for the theatre for several years.
The role of Doc Porter, Meg’s old boyfriend, went to Brian H. Smith. Brian is a newcomer to the MLT stage but brings experience from appearances most recently in Moon Over Buffalo and Company at the Shreveport Little Theatre.
Ronnie Miller will direct the show.Josh Myers will serve as Stage Manager, Scott Merrill is the Technical Director and Shannon Culpepper will be in charge of Lighting.
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Meridian Little Theatre Announces Cast for Wait Until Dark
Roles for the award winning melodramatic thriller, Wait Until Dark by Frederick Knott, have been cast for the upcoming February production at MLT. The lead role of the blind heroine, Susy Hendrix, who becomes trapped in a suspenseful situation with three deadly criminals, went to Kim Knight. Kim’s first role on the MLT’s stage was in the season opener, Legally Blonde.
Mike Talman, the smooth talking thief who poses as an old friend of Susy’s husband, will be played by Scott Causey. Scott has been in numerous shows at MLT including Best Little Whorehouse in Texas, Cat on a Hot Tin Roof and Bye Bye Birdie. The part of the villainous sociopath, Harry Roat, Jr went to MLT newcomer Jami Pittman. Jami was in several roles in high school. He won a Best Supporting Actor Award in The Walter Trumbauer Secondary Theatre Festival in Alabama in The Grapes of Wrath.
Veteran MLT actor Brad Hampton won the role of would- be criminal mastermind, Sgt. Carlino. Brad has been in several MLT plays such as The Foreigner, Streetcar Named Desire, A Christmas Carol and 42ndStreet. The part of Gloria, the young girl who lives in the apartment house upstairs and helps Susy outwit the criminals will be acted by Sarah Page Sikes. Sarah has appeared in Les Miserables, Annie and The Best Christmas Pageant Ever.
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Another MLT stage newcomer is Sam Dabit. Sam will play Susy’s husband. He is owner of Sam’s Fashions in Meridian. Rounding out the cast as two N.Y cops are Jarred Armstrong and Tom Fair. Both have appeared in various plays at MLT, MCC and Stage Two.
“The Casting Committee had a difficult time with these auditions. Several talented performers tried out and we had to make several tough choices. I like the mixture of veterans and newcomers. In the long run, it will make for a great show and continue to bring to the MLT stage a variety of community people,”said MLT Director Ronnie Miller.
Carol Sue Wiggins will serve as the Stage Manager.
Performances are scheduled for February 13-19. For tickets and information, call the Box Office at 601-482-6371 or online at www.meridianlittletheatre.com
MLT proudly announces its cast for the 2013-14 season finale, Anything Goes. This upbeat musical/comedy with words and music by Cole Porter is set in the 1930’s. The plot concerns Billy Crocker who stows away on the S. S. America, an ocean liner bound from New York to London, so he can dissuade Hope Harcourt not to marry an aristocratic Englishman, Sir Evelyn Oakleigh. Crocker has boarded without a ticket and is forced to adopt several disguises so he can accomplish his mission of stopping the marriage.
He is aided by the Rev. Dr. Moon whom the FBI has branded as “Public Enemy #13 and his “doll” Bonnie Latour. Hope eventually discovers she has become an heiress, drops Sir Evelyn and consents to marry Billy. Sir Evelyn turns his attention to Reno Sweeney, an evangelist turned nightclub singer and all ends well.
Cast for the play:
Kevin Williams/Billy Crocker, the young but inefficient money manager in love with Hope
Olivia Vaughn/Hope Harcourt, Billy’s object of affection
Sara Odom/Reno Sweeney, evangelist and singer and friend of Billy onboard to save sinners
Monty Royal/Moonface Martin, second rate gangster who longs to be #1 Public Enemy
Terri Ann Pankhurst/Bonnie Latour, Moon’s attractive but not so bright accomplice
Brian H. Smith/Sir Evelyn Oakleigh, Hope’s wealthy but stuffy aristocratic British fiancé
Margaret Remy/Mrs. Harcourt, Hope’s mother concerned with social status and money who
wants Hope to marry rich
Adam Rittenhouse/Elisha J. Whitney, Ivy League Wall Street banker who is Billy’s boss
Ashley Betts/Chasity, Timeiya Harris/Virtue,Katie Bruister/Charity, Reno’s backup singers
Scott Stevens/The Bishop, who is traveling on a mission trip
Larry Birzer/Captain, Skipper of the S.S. America
Nykolas Alford/Purser, employee of the America who is the Captain’s lackey
Daniel Johnson/Steward, steward of the ship
Scott Causey/Reporter for the Globe American/Ling - converted Christian
Josh Myers/Cameraman for the Globe American/Ching - converted Christian
Passengers and Crew include: Haley Merrill, Jo Ellen Reeves, Brittany Butler,
Malley Scarbrough, Haley Bailey, Becca Denny, Margaret Denny, Margaret Griffin,
Kynsleigh Roberts, Claire McCraw, Sue Woods, Eli Brand, Maggie Craze, Caleb Landrum,
Timeiya Harris, Ross McDonald, Jamie Murray, and Michelle O’Hehir
Production Staff is: Ronnie Miller, Director; David Benson, Musical Director; Carol Merrill, Choreographer;
Carey Smith, Orchestra Conductor; Scott Merrill, Technical Director; Carol Sue Wiggins, Stage Manager;
Shannon Culpepper, Lighting Director; and David Bayliss, Sound Director
Show dates are May 8-14. For ticket information call MLT at 601-482-6371.
He is aided by the Rev. Dr. Moon whom the FBI has branded as “Public Enemy #13 and his “doll” Bonnie Latour. Hope eventually discovers she has become an heiress, drops Sir Evelyn and consents to marry Billy. Sir Evelyn turns his attention to Reno Sweeney, an evangelist turned nightclub singer and all ends well.
Cast for the play:
Kevin Williams/Billy Crocker, the young but inefficient money manager in love with Hope
Olivia Vaughn/Hope Harcourt, Billy’s object of affection
Sara Odom/Reno Sweeney, evangelist and singer and friend of Billy onboard to save sinners
Monty Royal/Moonface Martin, second rate gangster who longs to be #1 Public Enemy
Terri Ann Pankhurst/Bonnie Latour, Moon’s attractive but not so bright accomplice
Brian H. Smith/Sir Evelyn Oakleigh, Hope’s wealthy but stuffy aristocratic British fiancé
Margaret Remy/Mrs. Harcourt, Hope’s mother concerned with social status and money who
wants Hope to marry rich
Adam Rittenhouse/Elisha J. Whitney, Ivy League Wall Street banker who is Billy’s boss
Ashley Betts/Chasity, Timeiya Harris/Virtue,Katie Bruister/Charity, Reno’s backup singers
Scott Stevens/The Bishop, who is traveling on a mission trip
Larry Birzer/Captain, Skipper of the S.S. America
Nykolas Alford/Purser, employee of the America who is the Captain’s lackey
Daniel Johnson/Steward, steward of the ship
Scott Causey/Reporter for the Globe American/Ling - converted Christian
Josh Myers/Cameraman for the Globe American/Ching - converted Christian
Passengers and Crew include: Haley Merrill, Jo Ellen Reeves, Brittany Butler,
Malley Scarbrough, Haley Bailey, Becca Denny, Margaret Denny, Margaret Griffin,
Kynsleigh Roberts, Claire McCraw, Sue Woods, Eli Brand, Maggie Craze, Caleb Landrum,
Timeiya Harris, Ross McDonald, Jamie Murray, and Michelle O’Hehir
Production Staff is: Ronnie Miller, Director; David Benson, Musical Director; Carol Merrill, Choreographer;
Carey Smith, Orchestra Conductor; Scott Merrill, Technical Director; Carol Sue Wiggins, Stage Manager;
Shannon Culpepper, Lighting Director; and David Bayliss, Sound Director
Show dates are May 8-14. For ticket information call MLT at 601-482-6371.
The Meridian Little Theatre is excited to announce the cast of our October musical,
“The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee”!
The Cast:
Rona Perretti- Dana Rene Groover
Vice Principal Douglas Panch- Kenneth Blake
Mitch Mahoney- Nate Latham
Chip Tolentino- Ryder Leifried
Marcy Park- Lauren Pratt
Leaf Coneybear- Scott Farmer
Logainne SchwartzandGrubenniere- Emily Harrington
William Barfee- Daniel Johnson
Olive Ostrovsky- Kaylila Pasha
The Production Team:
* Director- Ronnie Miller
- Musical Director- David Benson
- Choreographer- Jonah Murphy
- Stage Manager- Carol Sue Wiggins
- Technical Director- Scott Merrill
CenterStage Summer Workshop
CenterStage hosted its annual summer youth workshop for kindergarten through 6th grade children. Forty participants enjoyed this five day workshop, which included all proponents of theater, including lighting, staging, art, dance and acting. In addition, this summer we concentrated on the importance of re-purposing existing props and art supplies while still turning out a quality staged product. The students enjoyed the fun of improvisation led by one of Meridian's most gifted "improvisers," Scott Farmer, with fabulous art direction by Lauderdale County School Art instructor Melinda Perry, and choreography handled by Artistic Director Warren Friedman. Carol Sue Wiggins, CenterStage Chairman, with the help of Sidney Covington, took the lead in making sure another wonderful summer workshop came off without a hitch. These children are now ready for CenterStage's upcoming winter production of "The Emperor's New Clothes."
2014 Summer workshops soon to be announced!!!
What an unbelievable time everyone had. Enjoy the photos from Summer workshop 2013!!
2014 Summer workshops soon to be announced!!!
What an unbelievable time everyone had. Enjoy the photos from Summer workshop 2013!!
Auditions for
"Princess Whatsername" Sunday, Oct. 19 1:30 pm &
Monday, Oct 20 3:30 - 5:30 pm.
The Meridian Little Theatre announces auditions for the timeless musical, Irving Berlin’s White Christmas on October 20 and 21 at 6:30 p.m. The play is based on the 1954 film classic about two World War II vets that have become partners in a song-and-dance act after the war. Looking for love, they follow a duo of beautiful singing sisters to a gig at a Vermont lodge, which happens to be owned by their former army commander General Waverly. Performances are December 11-17!
Roles include:
Plus, several additional smaller roles of various ages (including children 9-12) and a chorus that requires some singing and dancing
Those auditioning should be prepared to sing a 30 – 40 second song from the show or from a well- known show tune. A piano accompanist will be available. Bring your own sheet music if not from White Christmas.
There will be scene reading auditions from the script, plus dance auditions.
Production Team:
For more information, call MLT at 601-482-6371.
Roles include:
- Bob Wallace - late 20's to mid 30's, a superb singer with a crooning baritone style who moves well.
- Phil Davis - late 20's to mid 30's, strong jazz and tap-dancing needed - a song-and-dance comic performer, Baritone/tenor
- Betty Haynes - mid to late 20's, a Chest Mix with a soprano extension, has quiet beauty and charm; must move well
- Judy Haynes - early 20's, strong jazz and tap-dancing needed, a major song-and-dance performer with a Chest Mix
- General Henry Waverly - late 50's to mid 60's, retired general whose curmudgeonly military exterior covers his warmth and compassion, with the exception of one line, a non-singing role.
- Martha Watson - late 40's to mid 60's, a winning, appealing character-comedienne with a strong belting voice
- Susan Waverly – 9-12 years old, General’s granddaughter, must have an excellent belting voice and be able to move well
- Ralph Sheldrake - mid to late 30's is a major fast talking TV executive with Ed Sullivan Show. Baritone
- Rita and Rhonda- mid 20's to early 30's. Bob and Phil’s star chorus girls, brash and sexy and not too smart
- Ezekiel Foster - 40's to late 50's. Ultimate quiet and easy going New Englander who helps out at the Inn
- Mike - mid 20's to late 30's, Bob and Phil’s over dramatic and sometimes hysterical stage manager
Plus, several additional smaller roles of various ages (including children 9-12) and a chorus that requires some singing and dancing
Those auditioning should be prepared to sing a 30 – 40 second song from the show or from a well- known show tune. A piano accompanist will be available. Bring your own sheet music if not from White Christmas.
There will be scene reading auditions from the script, plus dance auditions.
Production Team:
- Director: Ronnie Miller
- Music Director: David Benson
- Choreographer: Carol Merrill
- Orchestra Conductor: Carey Smith
- Technical Director: Scott Merrill
For more information, call MLT at 601-482-6371.
Supporting Cast Members:
Stepp Sisters- Timeiya Harris, Jazzmin Carson, Kaley Smith & Ronnisha Barnett
Little Albert and the Trutones- Lorenzo Hudson, Jamairo Harris, Raymond Pace, & Cardarius Moore
Tiny Joe Dixon- Billy Walker
Apollo M.C.- Derron Radcliff
Jerry- Richard Kelly
Charlene- Kristian Hill
Joanne- Valarie Smith
Wayne- Lorenzo Hudson
Dave and the Sweethearts- Caleb Landrum, Conner Williams, & TBA.
Frank- Cardarius Moore
Dwight- Raymond Pace
Reporters/Photographers- Antonia Cylar, Jamiroquan Harris, & Conner Williams
Film Executive- Caleb Landrum
Security Guard- Billy Walker
Stepp Sisters- Timeiya Harris, Jazzmin Carson, Kaley Smith & Ronnisha Barnett
Little Albert and the Trutones- Lorenzo Hudson, Jamairo Harris, Raymond Pace, & Cardarius Moore
Tiny Joe Dixon- Billy Walker
Apollo M.C.- Derron Radcliff
Jerry- Richard Kelly
Charlene- Kristian Hill
Joanne- Valarie Smith
Wayne- Lorenzo Hudson
Dave and the Sweethearts- Caleb Landrum, Conner Williams, & TBA.
Frank- Cardarius Moore
Dwight- Raymond Pace
Reporters/Photographers- Antonia Cylar, Jamiroquan Harris, & Conner Williams
Film Executive- Caleb Landrum
Security Guard- Billy Walker
The MLT Guild will hold an open house for new membership on August 9, 2015 (2:00-4:00 pm) here at the theatre. Come out and see what our playhouse has to offer. Light refreshments will be served.
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NEW STAGE THEATRE AND THE MISSISSIPPI HUMANITIES COUNCIL IN ASSOCIATION WITH THE TELLING PROJECT
PRESENT
TELLING CENTRAL MISSISSIPPI
A new play performed by a cast of Mississippi Veterans and military families written from their own experiences. Performances at MLT Friday, August 14 & Saturday, August 15 at 7:30 pm and Sunday, August 16 at 2:00 pm.
Free Admission
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PRESENT
TELLING CENTRAL MISSISSIPPI
A new play performed by a cast of Mississippi Veterans and military families written from their own experiences. Performances at MLT Friday, August 14 & Saturday, August 15 at 7:30 pm and Sunday, August 16 at 2:00 pm.
Free Admission
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