Make it a Valentine's Date at Imagination Theater!

Join us this Valentine's weekend for the opening of the British farce, Run for Your Wife.  Friday and Saturday shows are at 7:00 p.m. and the Sunday matinee at 2:00 p.m.  Tickets are available at the door for all shows.  Ages 18+ due to mild adult content.

Tickets can be purchased online:  www.imagination-theater.org 
or 530-642-0404

Where is John Smith?

Barbara Smith (Kathleen Mini) on left and Mary Smith (Jody Wills) on right
seek answers about their missing husband, John Smith

Find out where he is during Imagination Theater's production of the British Farce Run for Your Wife opening Friday, February 15 through Sunday, March 3.

Tickets are available for all shows at www.imagination-theater.org or by contacting the box office at 530-642-0404.

Run for Your Wife in the U.K.

If you are looking up information about the play, you may want to check out this trailer for the movie (based on the play) that opens on Valentine's Day in England.  It also includes interviews with Ray Cooney, the writer of Run for Your Wife.

http://www.runforyourwife.co.uk/

A Few More Comments about the Les Miserables Auditions

Or, Remember that this show is really an opera so singing is what really counts!

As you select your audition song, here some things to keep in mind…
1. Select a song for your audition that you are very comfortable with and can sing well. The audition panel will primarily be evaluating your singing based on your ability to stay on pitch, your accuracy with the melody, and your ability to project.

2. Since Les Miserables is a sing-through type of show that depends mostly on accurate singing to be a success, your characterization and movement as part of your Les Miserables audition singing is less important than when auditioning for other musicals. In other words, during the Les Miserables auditions, the singing is most important. Don’t spend a lot of energy on characterization and movement as you prepare your audition song. Avoid the trap of attempting to “copy” any performance or characterization you may have already heard or seen. The audition panel will mostly be looking for you to simply sing well and confidently.

3. Even if you want to be considered for more than one of the lead roles you only need to prepare one song from the show. The panel will be able to listen to you sing one song sung by a particular character and determine if you are suitable for other roles as well.


4. We are producing our own show based only upon the script and music we have been provided. Auditioners, and those ultimately cast in show, need to remember that we do not need to spend a lot of energy comparing the various anniversary performances, student productions, original cast albums, karaoke versions of the show, etc. with each other. Of all of these productions, there is not a particular one that is “the right one.” There are only versions that someone may be more familiar with than others. Our production will result from our collective talents and artistic sensibilities, the skills of our orchestra and performers, and the abilities and dedication of our entire creative team.

Enjoy dreaming the dream!

Peter Wolfe, Director

Run for Your Wife Opens February 15



John Smith (Grant Stellflug) explains how he was injured to Detective Sgt. Porterhouse (Sean Conley-Widing), as wife #2, Barbara (Kathleen Mini), looks on. 

Join Imagination Theater for this funny, madcap British farce.  Run for Your Wife is the story of mischievous London cab driver, John Smith, who has two wives, two lives and a tight schedule to keep!  Trouble brews when Smith is mugged and ends up in the hospital. When two addresses are discovered, the police investigate and Smith becomes hilariously entangled in his own hopeless attempts to explain himself.   

This side-splitting, adult comedy is for ages 18+.  Tickets can be purchased at www.imagination-theater.org  or through the box office at (530) 642-0404.  Opening night, Thursday shows, and Group tickets are $12. 

Disney's The Little Mermaid, Jr. opens April 5

Imagination Theater is pleased to announce the children’s Disney favorite, The Little Mermaid, Jr., opening Friday, April 5 and running through Sunday, April 28. Shows are at 7:00 p.m. on Thursdays, Fridays, and with matinees at 2:00 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. Based on the Hans Christian Andersen story and the Disney film, the beautiful young mermaid Ariel longs to leave her ocean home to live in the world above. First, she'll have to defy her father King Triton, make a deal with the evil sea witch Ursula, and convince Prince Eric that she's the girl with the enchanting voice. Adapted from Disney's 2008 Broadway production, Disney's The Little Mermaid, Jr. features the hit songs "Part of Your World," "She's in Love," and the Oscar-winning "Under the Sea."

Tickets can be purchased at www.imagination-theater.org or through the box office at (530) 642-0404. Tickets are $12. Imagination Theater, located on the El Dorado County Fairgrounds, brings quality, live, local community theater to Placerville and El Dorado County.

BOOK OF MORMON Auditions coming to Sacramento

I am writing to let you know that THE BOOK OF MORMON will be coming to


Sacramento to hold auditions February 8th and 9th by appointment only.

We are looking to build our files for future replacements for all

three companies (Broadway, 1st National Tour, Jumamosi Tour) for the

roles of ARNOLD CUNNINGHAM, KEVIN PRICE, NABALUGI and ELDER MCKINLEY

etc. (See role descriptions below.) We realize that the area has some

fantastic musical and comedy talent, and even though we have some

appointments already scheduled we want to make sure that we are not

missing anyone, and felt that it is important to reach out to the

local theatres, universities and improv groups to make sure no one is

robbed of the opportunity to submit themselves for consideration. We

appreciate you passing this on to anyone you feel might be right. Or

if you have an email list, doing a blast to make actors aware.


Anyone interested in auditioning for any or all of these companies

should submit a picture and resume and any additional materials to

jrichcasting@gmail.com by 5PM Thursday, February 7th 2013. Please

make sure you put the City Name of the audition in the subject line.

Due to the amount of emails we receive, we may not be able to respond

to every submission. Please note that submitting does not guarantee

an appointment. Both Equity and Non Equity should submit.



SHOW INFO:

Producer: Anne Garefino & Scott Rudin

Director: Trey Parker & Casey Nicholaw

Book, Music & Lyrics: Robert Lopez, Matt Stone & Trey Parker

Music Supervisor: Stephen Oremus

Choreographer: Casey Nicholaw

Sacramento Casting Director: Jeremy Rich

Casting Director: Carrie Gardner



ARNOLD CUNNINGHAM (Early 20's-Late 20's to play 18): Caucasian.

Seeking a true character actor. Must be a physical contrast to the

other good looking, All-American Mormons. Dweeby, dorky, nerdy,

overweight, or all four combined. Arnold is a pathological liar but

his heart is in the right place. He is a total screw-up but not for

lack of trying, he always wants to do the right thing. Must be

fantastic comedic actor who sings well. Tenor. We are also

particularly interested in comics who sing.



KEVIN PRICE (Early 20’s-Late 20’s to play 18): Caucasian.

All-American. Very handsome. Head of the class, always optimistic.

Heroic Mormon. Must be a great comedic actor and a fantastic pop-rock

high tenor to a B. Should be at least 5’10 or taller.



NABALUNGI (18- Late 20’s to play 20): Black African. Pretty. Takes the

hardships of her village very seriously and wants to help her people

find a better life. Must have great comic timing. Strong Alto. Belt to

an E.



ELDER MCKINLEY (early 20’s to late 20’s to play 18): Caucasian.

District leader of the Mormon missionaries in Uganda. All- American,

wide-eyed and hopeful. Often struggles to cover his flamboyant

tendencies and adhere to his Mormon morals. Must be a fantastic

comedic actor and great singer. High Baritone who can pop out high

Bb's for comedic effect.



[MAFALA HATIMBI] (40’s): Black African. Father of Nabalungi. Has come

to accept the hardships in the village where they live but is a

discerning community leader and tries to bring joy to their lives.

Must be a great comedic actor and singer. Also interested in actors

who sing.



PRICE’S DAD/MISSION PRESIDENT/VARIOUS ROLES) (40’s): Caucasian.

All-American good looks and physique. Plays several parts from the

perfect picture of a head of a Mormon household, to the stern

missionary president, to Joseph Smith, so must have the ability to be

transformative. Must be a great comedic actor and good singer. High

Baritone to an Ab.



[GENERAL] (Late 20’s to Late 30’s): Black African. The general is a

warlord in Uganda who is terrorizing the local villagers. A physically

threatening and intimidating figure who is a great comedic actor and

singer. Baritone to an F.



[FEMALE AFRICAN VILLAGERS] Late 20’s to late 30’s. Black African.

Seeking great comedic actresses with excellent singing voices.

Seeking Altos, Gospel Sopranos and Gospel Belters of all physical

types.
--

Jeremy Rich

Casting Director/Consultant

The Book of Mormon

Office: 424-288-4468

IT CAST Alumni Party - March 23rd

You are cordially invited

To our next IT! CAST* Party (*Committed Alumni Supporting the Theater)

Imagination Theater

Saturday, March 23rd 6pm-9pm

Please bring a finger food, dessert, or beverage to share

All casts, crews, and production teams from all shows at I.T. are invited (members under 14, please bring a parent or responsible older sibling)

Come join us as we stretch our imaginations and cast off our perceived limitations with the help of a supportive and appreciative I.T. CAST family. Participate in games, sharpen your skills, stand in the spotlight and deliver something that no one knew you could do. Or, just sit back and enjoy the good company.

IT!’s motto: Telling Good Stories, Sharing Good Times with Good Company.
IT! CAST motto: We’re the Good Company

Want to get involved?
• Improv/Theater Games: We’re looking for anything that builds skill, focus, confidence, and relationships. If you have a 10-15 minute game or activity you would like to lead, please e-mail us and tell us about it. Include run time, setup, and a brief explanation.
• Talent Presentation: If you want to prepare a presentation for your peers, please contact us in advance, and plan to provide any accompaniment or props you may need. The sound system, a keyboard and mics will be provided.
• Bartending: We are asking for adult volunteers to take shifts tending the wine bar. Anyone under 30 wishing to partake should be prepared to show ID.

The program will be pre-arranged on a first come first served basis, so reply as soon as possible. And please come prepared—“winging it” is discouraged. We hope to see you there, but if you can’t, please know that there will be IT! CAST Parties in the not-so-distant future. If you prefer not to be contacted in the future, simply let us know and we’ll remove you from our list. Whatever your preferences, please pass this invitation on to anyone in your cast/crew who may not have been contacted due to email address changes, etc.

We don’t want to leave anyone out! Email us: ImaginationTheaterCAST@gmail.com

Join our Facebook Group: IT! CAST
Or call the IT! Box Office and your message will be passed on to us. 530-642-0404

Your IT! CAST Party Committee
Michelle Harwell * Marc Bonham * Kate Barba * Sean Widing

2013 Upcoming Audition Information

Audition Information and Notices


Audition Workshop
Saturday, April 6, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Brush up and get ready for IT! auditions in 2013.
This workshop is for adults and kids ages 10+.
This workshop is FREE and no RSVP is necessary.

Topics Include:
• audition skills
• stage etiquette
• preparing a monologue
• cold script reading tips
• improvisation
• preparing songs

LES MISÉRABLES
Directed by Peter Wolfe
Auditions: April 9, 13,14, 15, 16
Show Dates: November 29—December 29, 2013
Go to: www.imagination-theater.org for details

Deathtrap
Directed by Grant Stellflug
Saturday, June 22, 9:00 a.m. to Noon
Call Backs following from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
This show is an adult cast with parts available for 3 men and 2 women.
Show dates: September 6-29, 2013

You Can’t Take It With You
Directed by Brenda Lindley
Saturday, October 6, 2:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Call Backs, Sunday, October 6, 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Comedy with 9 Women, 7 Men
Show dates: April 2014

Run for Your Wife opens February 15

If you are looking for something to do from February 15th to March 3rd and want to have a good laugh come and see Imagination Theater's current production of the hilarious comedy  RUN FOR YOUR WIFE, written by Ray Cooney.  This play is a superb example of British farce and will having you laughing all the way home.  The play is about a taxi driver who gets away with having two wives in different areas of London because of his irregular working schedule.  Complication is piled upon complication as the cabby tries to keep his double life from exploding.  Some of your favorite veteran actors are in the delightful play; Richard Gaylord as Bobby Franklin, the over friendly upstairs neighbor, Grant Stellflug as John Smith the cabby with two wives, Kathleen Mini as Barbara Smith as a wife of John Smith and Jody Wills as another wife of John Smith.  Rounding out the cast is Chris Celestin as Stanley Gardner a good friend of Johns who gets caught up in all the little "White Lies", Marc Bonham as Detective Sergeant Troughton and Sean Conley-Widing as Detective Sergeant Porterhouse.  Gordon Prow makes a brief appearance as the Newspaper Reporter while also handling the stage manager responsibilites with his wife Sandra.  Don't miss this very clever and funny play. Evening shows at 7pm and matinees at 2pm. Opening night all seats are $12 and the remaining shows all seats are $15.  For reservations you may go on-line at imagination-theater.org or call our Box Office between 10 and 2 on Tuesdays and Thursdays. 

The Old West Trio with McAvoy Layne

Cowboy Music and Poetry
March 8, 2013 7:30 pm
All Seats $15

The Old West Trio returns to Imagination Theater this spring.  The Old West Trio is a western music group featuring sweet harmonies, intricate guitar licks, and first-rate yodeling. The trio of native Californians is composed of Steve Ide (rhythm guitar), Steve Johnson (lead guitar), and Leslie Ide (upright bass).

The Old West Trio has performed throughout Western North America for over 15 years and has garnered an Album of the Year nomination from the Academy of Western Artists. They are members of the Western Music Association and co-founders of Scofield's Cowboy Campfire at the Red Mule Ranch (Fiddletown, California).

McAvoy Layne will be joining the evening as The Ghost of Mark Twain.  For 20 years, in over two thousand performances from Leningrad University to C-Span, McAvoy Layne has survived, and in fact been preeminent, in preserving the wit & wisdom of "The Wild Humorist of the Pacific Slope."  McAvoy is author of the biography, Hooked On Twain, and winner of the award for excellence in school and library service. He portrays Samuel Clemens in A&E's biography of Mark Twain and in the Discovery Channel's Cronkite Award winning documentary, Adventures of Huckleberry Finn.

Tickets for this benefit show will go on sale, February 1 at www.imagination-theater.org.  All tickets are $15.

Tickets available Feb. 1 for Disney's A Little Mermaid, Jr.

• Friday, April 5 at 7:00 p.m.
• Saturday, April 6 at 2:00 p.m.
• Sunday, April 7 at 2:00 p.m.
• Thursday, April 11 at 7:00 p.m.
• Friday, April 12 at 7:00 p.m.
• Saturday April 13 at 2:00 p.m.
• Sunday, April 14 at 2:00 p.m.
• Thursday, April 18 at 7:00 p.m.
• Friday, April 19 at 2:00 p.m.
• Saturday, April 20 at 2:00 p.m.
• Sunday, April 21 at 2:00 p.m.
• Thursday, April 25 at 7:00 p.m.
• Friday, April 26 at 7:00 p.m.
• Saturday, April 27 at 2:00 p.m.
• Sunday, April 28 at 2:00 p.m.

 Tickets will be available online and by phone. 

Audition Workshop in April

Brush up and get ready for the Les Miserables audition (or any audition) in April.


These topics will be covered:

• audition skills
• stage etiquette
• preparing a monologue
• cold script reading tips
• improvisation
• preparing songs

This workshop is for kids ages 10+ older and adults. We look foward to seeing you at the workshop!

Deathtrap Audition Notice

Death Trap (by Ida Levin) Synopsis

Directed by Grant Stellflug

Sidney Bruhl is a famous playwright. Unfortunately, his success has waned with age, and his last hit show is more years behind him than he cares to admit. After four flops in a row, he’s becoming a little desperate! One day, Sidney receives a play in the mail written by Clifford, and attendee of a recent seminar given by Sidney. A play so good, so promising, Sidney couldn’t kill for it, could he? What would his wife say? How could he possibly get away with murder? Surely there must be another way…

Auditions:  Saturday, June 22, 9:00 a.m. to Noon
Call Backs following:  1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

This show has parts available for 3 men and 2 women

Show dates: September 6-29, 2013

Contact Imagination Theater at 530-642-0404 for more information.

Audition Notice - You Can't Take It With You

You Can't Take It With You
by Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman


(Spring 2014 Show) If you are a planner, mark your calendar now :)


Audition dates are:

Saturday, October 5th - 2:30 -6:30 p.m.
Sunday, October 6th - 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for Call Backs
Comedy: 9 men, 7 women

At first the Sycamores seem mad, but it is not long before we realize that if they are mad, the rest of the world is madder. In contrast to these delightful people are the unhappy Kirbys. The plot shows how Tony, attractive young son of the Kirbys, falls in love with Alice Sycamore and brings his parents to dine at the Sycamore home on the wrong evening. The shock sustained by the Kirbys, who are invited to eat cheap food, shows Alice that marriage with Tony is out of the question. The Sycamores, however, though sympathetic to Alice, find it hard to realize her point of view. Meantime, Tony, who knows the Sycamores are right and his own people wrong, will not give her up, and in the end Mr. Kirby is converted to the happy madness of the Sycamores, particularly since he happens in during a visit by an ex-Grand Duchess, earning her living as a waitress. No mention has as yet been made of the strange activities of certain members of the household engaged in the manufacture of fireworks; nor of the printing press set up in the parlor; nor of Rheba the maid and her friend Donald; nor of Grandpa's interview with the tax collector when he tells him he doesn't believe in the income tax.

Tickets available now for Run For Your Wife

Online tickets are now available for the hilarious British Farce, Run for Your Wife.  Tickets can be purchased through our ticket provider, Brown Paper Tickets or by phone at 1-800-838-3006. 

Tickets are reasonably priced at $15, with special pricing of $12 for Opening Night, Thursday Shows, and Group Tickets. 

This show is for ages 18+ due to mild adult content.

Additional Les Mis Audition Information

Are you thinking about auditioning for the show but don’t know where you would fit in?

It is only natural that many actors see themselves in the signature roles of Javert, Valjean, Marius, Cosette, Eponine, Enjolras, or Fantine. You may be thinking that if you don’t easily fit into one of these lead roles that there is not a place for you in the show. Here is information that may help you decide whether or not you wish to audition.

Remember that the show is a complete “sing through.” There is no spoken dialog. The cast of Les Miserables will be living in an alternate universe where singing is the primary means of vocal communication rather than speech. The show is not a typical musical where the characters speak between musical numbers as a lead-in to the musical numbers. In Les Miserables everyone the audience sees will be singing… advancing the plot lines in song with characterization, blocking, business, and movement. This type of staging will be challenging yet provides an opportunity to push creative and performance boundaries. Every role will be demanding and require full character development.

To be more specific…

1. Adult Male Ensemble Roles.

Many of the male roles will be doubled.

There are named roles including The Bishop, two Policemen, Grantaire (a rebel student who drinks often), Bamatabois (gentleman who attempts to purchase Fantine’s services), Fauchelevant (falls under a cart), Champmathieu (falsely arrested as Valjean), Brujon (a member of Thenardier’s gang), Claquesous (another Thenardier gang member), Montparnasse (younger member of Thenardier’s gang), Combeferre (a philosopher student), Feuilly (working-class member of the student revolt), Coufeyrac (a friendly student), Joly (a medical student), Jean Prouvaire (youngest member of the students), and Lesgles (second in command of the students).

Other male ensemble roles include the chain gang, unemployed workers, factory workers, members of Thenardier’s gang, street beggars, the rebellious students, citizens of Paris (seeking the “pleasures” of the night), customers at Thenardier’s Inn, and wedding guests.

2. Adult Female Ensemble Roles.

Many of the female roles will be doubled.
Roles include ladies of the night, street beggars, citizens of Paris, customers at Thenardier’s Inn, and wedding guests.

3. Teenage Girls.

Roles include street beggars, members of citizen families, helpers for the student rebels. Some will be ladies of the night.

4. Teenage Boys.

Roles include street beggars, members of citizen families, helpers for the student rebels.

5. Boys and Girls. Age 7-12. (Other than Young Cosette, Young Epoinine, and Garvroche)

Roles include street beggars, helpers for the student rebels, members of citizen families.

A few words about the “adult nature” of the show. Even though there are dark moments in the show that deal with abuse, violence, the hardships of life on the streets, abandonment, and despair, we will still present Les Miserables with our usual commitment to the physical and emotional safety and respect of the show’s participants. Violent and suggestive situations on stage will be handled with appropriate discretion.

You can see that there are many roles to be filled to be able to perform Les Miserables with the richness, and “reverence” that this legendary production requires.

It is quite probable that Les Miserables will only be available for performance by community theaters for a very short time before it is again restricted. For most of us, irrespective of our age, this is the only opportunity we are likely to have to be part of this epic show, the most successful musical of all time.

We suggest that you not limit your aspirations to the lead roles only and commit yourself to being part of the show- no matter what role you play. We are certain that come opening night you will be happy and grateful to be part of the cast of Les Miserables at Imagination Theater. We hope to see you at auditions!

Peter Wolfe, Director
Lanny Langston, Producer

Join us for the final shows of A Little Princess

Thursday, December 20 at 7:00 p.m.

Friday, December 21 at 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, December 22 at 2:00 p.m.
Sunday, December 23 at 2:00 p.m.

Better seating is available for the Thursday and Friday evening shows.  Don't wait until Sunday to get tickets for the closing show!

Online ticket sales close 12 hours prior to show time.  Tickets available online or at the door. 

CAST Alumni Event - January 12

You are cordially invited

To our first IT! CAST* Party
(*Committed Alumni Supporting the Theater)

Imagination Theater
Saturday, January 12th
6pm-9pm

Please bring dessert or bottle of wine to share

All casts, crews, and production teams from all shows at I.T. are invited
(members under 14, please bring a parent or responsible older sibling)

Come join us as we stretch our imaginations and cast off our perceived limitations with the help of a supportive and appreciative I.T. CAST family. Participate in games, sharpen your skills, stand in the spotlight and deliver something that no one knew you could do. Or, just sit back and enjoy the good company.

IT!’s motto: Telling Good Stories, Sharing Good Times with Good Company.

IT! CAST motto: We’re the Good Company

Want to get involved?

• Improv/Theater Games: We’re looking for anything that builds skill, focus, confidence, and relationships. If you have a 10-15 minute game or activity you would like to lead, please e-mail us and tell us about it. Include run time, setup, and a brief explanation.

• Talent Presentation: If you want to prepare a presentation for your peers, please contact us in advance, and plan to provide any accompaniment or props you may need. The sound system, a keyboard and mics will be provided.

• Bartending: We are asking for adult volunteers to take shifts tending the wine bar. Anyone under 30 wishing to partake should be prepared to show ID.   Soft drinks will also be available.

The program will be pre-arranged on a first come first served basis, so reply as soon as possible. And please come prepared—“winging it” is discouraged.

We hope to see you there, but if you can’t, please know that there will be IT! CAST Parties in the not-so-distant future. If you prefer not to be contacted in the future, simply let us know and we’ll remove you from our list. Whatever your preferences, please pass this invitation on to anyone in your cast/crew who may not have been contacted due to email address changes, etc. We don’t want to leave anyone out!

Email us: ImaginationTheaterCAST@gmail.com
Join our Facebook Group: IT! CAST
Or call the IT! Box Office and your message will be passed on to us. 530-642-0404

Sincerely,

Your IT! CAST Party Committee: Michelle Harwell * Marc Bonham * Kate Barba * Sean Widing

Les Miserables at IT! in 2013

Les Misérables, the world’s longest-running musical, seen by over 60 million people in 42 countries and 21 languages around the globe is coming to Placerville’s Imagination Theater. In what is likely to be an unprecedented worldwide celebration of musical theater in 2013 due to the release of Les Miserables for community theater productions, Imagination Theater, now in its thirteenth year of productions, has been approved by the show’s owners, Music Theater International in New York City, to perform the show in November and December, 2013. Planning for the local production is already underway in earnest.
Due to the success of first-class productions in the West End in London, on Broadway, on tour and around the world, the opportunity to license and produce the full-length version of Les Misérables has not previously been available to professional and amateur groups. Based upon the novel by Victor Hugo, Cameron Mackintosh’s now legendary classic musical story sweeps its audience through an epic tale of passion and destruction in 19th century France. Les Misérables tells a story of broken dreams and unrequited love, passion, sacrifice and redemption – having become a timeless testament to the survival of the human spirit.

Ex-convict Jean Valjean is hunted for decades by the ruthless policeman Javert after he breaks parole. When Valjean agrees to care for factory worker Fantine’s young daughter, Cosette, their lives change forever. The score features classic songs including, “I Dreamed a Dream,” “On My Own,” “Stars,” “Bring Him Home,” “Do You Hear the People Sing?,” “One Day More,” “Empty Chairs at Empty Tables,” “Master Of The House” and others.

Les Misérables has just been released as a major motion picture and theatrical productions have played in over 300 cities. Les Miserables has played over 47,000 professional performances giving a total audience figure of more than 60 million people worldwide. The show has won over 70 major theatre awards including an Olivier, a Tony and a Grammy.

Imagination Theater producer and co-owner, Lanny Langston plans for the local production to mimic the grand scale of the show itself. Placerville’s Les Miserables production will include a live orchestra, an accompanying choral group, a cast of 30 actors, singers, and dancers, a massive set, and a very experienced team of creative artists and designers. Dr. Jeff Nelson of Placerville is assembling an orchestra of local musicians. Award-winning lighting designer, David Patrick of Placerville, will be lighting the production. Dr. Dale Wallerstein of Placerville will be the vocal director.

Placerville’s Les Miserable will be directed local architect Peter Wolfe who will also provide the scenic design for the production. Wolfe has directed many shows at Imagination Theater including Beauty and the Beast, the Wizard of Oz, Peter Pan, Little Women, and most recently, The Little Princess.

Imagination Theater is actively seeking corporate sponsors for Les Miserables and for volunteers to assist with the production.

Auditions for the production will be held in April.  Additional information about Les Miserables is available at the Imagination Theater Box Office, (530)642-0404.