Auditions

Backstage Theatre is seeking two actors/singers (age 20-50) for its summer production of the musical comedy, "Guys on Ice", by Fred Alley and James Kaplan.

From their ice fishing shanty, long-time pals Lloyd and Marvin keep warm with a mutual appreciation for good bait, cold beer, and the Green Bay Packers. As Marvin anxiously awaits his opportunity to appear on a cable TV fishing show and share secrets of his life “on da lake,” Lloyd ponders a recent squabble with his wife concerning plans to spend their anniversary at Lambeau Field. Both pals scramble to protect their cold ones from fellow angler, Ernie the Moocher. With musical numbers like "De Wishing Hole," "Ode to a Snowmobile Suit," and "Fish is de Miracle Food," Guys on Ice charms your wool socks off!

Rehearsals for "Guys on Ice" will begin in late spring. The show opens July 17, 2008 and performs alternating weekends until August 23, 2008. The show will be directed by Michael C. Grittner ("Greater Tuna") and music directed by Andrew Metz. All positions are paid. Lodging is available for those traveling outside of Summit County.

Auditions will be held at Theatre Off Broadway, located at 1124 Santa Fe Drive in Denver, on Saturday, March 15 from 1-4 p.m.

Auditioners should come prepared with 16 bars of uptempo music. An accompanist and CD player will be provided. Please prepare a two minute comic monologue. Auditioners may be required to read from the script.

Auditions are by appointment only. Contact Michael Grittner at (303) 483-1092 to shedule an audition appointment.

Backstage Theatre is always seeking individuals interested in volunteering offstage throughout the season. Offstage volunteers receive numerous benefits, including complimentary tickets.

Don't miss this exciting opportunity to get involved with Summit County's oldest venue for live theatre!

To volunteer, or obtain additional information, call Backstage Theatre at (970) 453-0199.