Wednesday, May 29, 2019

Buy your tickets today for this exciting adventure to Neverland!






    https://www.eventbrite.com/o/encore-tulsa-8225167944



    Fly away to Neverland for a swashbuckling, sword-fighting, summer adventure as Encore! Tulsa brings this huge, magical production to Tulsa Little Theatre! This exciting and hilarious (non-musical) production is adapted from J.M. Barrie's beloved classic and written by Encore! Artistic Director, Joshua Branson Barker. With modern humor, action, elaborate sword-fights, pyrotechnics, special effects, and beautiful sets and costumes, this production combines what you loved from the classic tale with clever twists and comical surprises. Join us and fall in love with Peter Pan all over again!


    Show Times:
    Friday, June 28 at 7:30pm
    Saturday, June 29 at 2:00pm
    Saturday, June 29 at 7:30pm
    Sunday, June 30 at 2:00pm
    Sunday, June 30 at 7:30pm


    If you have any questions about the show, your reservation, etc., please email us at info@encore-tulsa.com.


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    Friday, May 17, 2019

    Peter Pan Cast List:

    Thank you to everyone who auditioned for us this past week! We had a HUGE turnout through our in-person auditions, and video submissions, and we appreciate you sharing your time and talents with us. Unfortunately, we can never cast everyone who auditions. Age, gender, height, looks, and schedule conflicts all play major factors in casting. We will announce our next shows very soon, and auditions will be held in July. We hope to see ALL of you at future auditions, classes, and productions, so don't forget to sign up for our mailing list so you don't miss out!

    And now, without further ado... The cast of Peter Pan! Congratulations to those who were cast, and a HUGE WELCOME to our 30 actors who will make their Encore! debut with this magical production!

    PLEASE CHECK THE CAST LIST THOROUGHLY! SOME ACTORS MAY HAVE MULTIPLE ROLES. 

    IF YOU ARE CAST, PLEASE EMAIL INFO@ENCORE-TULSA.COM TODAY TO CONFIRM YOUR ROLE. 
    OTHERWISE, WE WILL OFFER YOUR ROLE TO THE NEXT AVAILABLE ACTOR. SCRIPTS, SCHEDULES, AND FURTHER DETAILS WILL BE EMAILED THIS WEEK. THANK YOU!




    Peter Pan Cast List:
    Doss, Parkyre: Peter Pan
    Jacob, Haylee': Wendy Darling
    Overbey, Eli: John Darling
    Avance, Cortez: Michael Darling
    Rainwater Ragge, Traci: Mrs. Darling
    Barker, Joshua Branson: Mr. Darling
    Hamblin, Lily: Tinker Bell
    Brown, Caleb: Nana
    Shaughnessy, Kay: Liza
    Klusman, Maegan: Tiger Lily
    Avance, Rosemary: Morning Dove

    Lost Boys:
    Smith, Collin: Slightly
    Patterson, Brooklyn: Tootles
    Louthian, Chantell: Nibs
    Blom, Ellie: Omnes
    Morgans, Adalin: Patches
    Avance, Ruby: Jumbles
    Green, Madison: Pockets
    Shaughnessy, Aine: Don't Ask
    Shults, Oliver: Mumbles
    Houston, Greenley: No Nap
    Greer, Noah: Too Small


    Pirates:
    Barker, Joshua Branson: Captain Hook
    Opitz, Sandy: Smee
    Funderburk, Andrew: Starkey
    Velazquez, Ashley: Cannon Powder Pedro
    Smith, Olivia: Skylights
    Olsen, Bryce: Calico Jack
    Inglima, Traci: Bill Jukes
    Chuckluck, Olivia: Cecco
    Welch, Amanda: Noodler
    Barker, Colby: Mullins


    Natives:
    Busse-Jones, Alondra


    Fairies:
    Patterson, London
    King, Callie
    King, Cadence


    Mermaids:
    Smith, Olivia
    Busse-Jones, Alondra


    Tuesday, May 14, 2019

    Auditions: Peter Pan


    UPDATED: Tuesday, May 14 at 8:15am

    Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @encoretulsa and check back here for details regarding the final cast list announcement!

    Thank you to everyone who auditioned!
       
      Our first round of auditions was a major success, we're super excited for callbacks tonight! We had a HUGE turnout through our in-person auditions, and video submissions, and we appreciate you sharing your time and talents with us. Unfortunately, we can never cast everyone who auditions. Age, gender, height, looks, and schedule conflicts all play major factors in casting. We will announce our next shows very soon, and auditions will be held in July. We hope to see ALL of you at future auditions, classes, and productions, so don't forget to sign up for our mailing list so you don't miss out!



      Peter Pan
      June 28-30 at Tulsa Little Theatre
      Presented by Encore! Tulsa
      Directed by Joshua Branson Barker


      Get ready as Encore! Tulsa brings this huge, magical production to Tulsa Little Theatre!  This exciting and hilarious (non-musical) production is adapted from J.M. Barrie's beloved classic and written by
      Encore! Artistic Director, Joshua Branson Barker. With modern humor, action, elaborate sword fights, pyrotechnics, special effects, and beautiful sets and costumes, this production combines what you loved from the classic tale with clever twists and comical surprises. Join us and fall in love with Peter Pan all over again!


      Sunday, May 12, 2019

      Auditions are tomorrow! Prepare with our audition tips.

      Peter Pan auditions are tomorrow!

      As you prepare for your audition, here is our collection of blog posts on the hot topic. Don't forget to check out the Auditions page for details about how to submit for a role. Break a leg!








      Plus, here are a few tips from Backstage.com:

      Even with accomplished actors, and especially for rookies, auditions can create anxiety and make them insecure, making their work not as good as it can be—especially in last-minute auditions where actors have less time to prepare, so bad habits and nervous reactions can really be apparent. Here are the seven common preparation and presentation issues that make actors look insecure and can prevent them doing their best audition.

      1. Not asking questions that would give clarity. When unsure about anything after reading the directions (that are usually posted or explained) and before starting the audition prep, you should politely ask whoever has the necessary information for answers. Don’t be hesitant. Getting this info usually helps to improve auditions, which benefits everyone involved.

      2. Talking too fast, loud, or soft in the audition. This is usually nerves, habit, or both, but you don’t want to think about these things when auditioning, which can put you in your head and take your focus off of your work.

      This should really be worked on so it doesn’t make you look insecure and/or undermine the power of their audition. I suggest that at home, record yourself and check to see if you are talking too fast, loud, or soft. If so, work on it with a teacher or on your own and create a new habit of speaking that empowers your auditions.

      3. Refusing to look at the sides when necessary. Actors will do better if the material is memorized, but they often underestimate how nerves and additional direction from the session runner or CD affect the confidence they had during preparation when there were no distractions. Always bring your sides into the audition room and don’t hesitate to quickly glance at them when needed so you won’t disturb the flow of your read. Know that even the most experienced actors use them when needed.

      4. Not connecting. Directors begin making decisions about actors as soon as they see them and speak to them. The first impression an actor gives could immediately cost them the role. It could be because the actor is not the right physical type for the job or because in those few seconds they see negativity, insecurity, or someone who is not relatable. If you think this is an issue for you, find a teacher who can coach you on interview skills and finding your natural charisma as an actor.

      5. Making negative comments on yourself or the material. No matter how you think you did, never criticize out loud. You don’t want the decision-makers to think of you negatively.

      6. Stopping if you make a mistake. This can cause frustration and upset because it only wastes time and draws attention to an error that could have gone unnoticed. Actors hardly ever walk away from auditions without making mistakes (or feeling they could’ve have done better). Don’t be thrown by mistakes. Learn to have fun with them and then they might help you book jobs. Staying calm and poised despite a mistake shows that you are a professional. Improv training can help!

      7. Not really hearing the direction. Oftentimes actors miss some of what is being said because they’re being directed or are planning out how to do a part. This could come across as unprofessional or may look like they “don’t take direction.” Make sure you’re aware of what the decision-makers around you are saying.


      Being aware of these audition issues and diligently working to improve them should help you look and be more confident and do better auditions.