Davori Productions Co.
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Davori Productions Co.
Signed in as:
filler@godaddy.com
August 9 - August 18, 2024
Music by Jeanne Bargy and Jim Eiler
Book and Lyrics by Jim Eiler
Based on the fairytale by Charles Perault
CASTING CALL for actors 16+
Directed by Travis Shafer and David Holmes
Vocal Directed by Jessica Gartner
Choreographed by Lori Holmes
Mankato Playhouse
12 Civic Center Plaza STE 1700
Mankato MN 56001
Auditions
March 9 and 10 at 7:00 pm
(Please arrive 10 - 15 min early)
Rehearsals
Monday - Thursday 7:00p - 9:00p
Performances
April 25 - May 11, 2025
No conflicts will be accepted during tech week or any performance.
Cast of Characters
Judas—Rock Tenor
Pilate—Rock Baritone
Herod—High Baritone
Peter—Tenor
Simon—High Baritone
Caiaphas—Low Bass/Rocky Top
Annas—High Baritone
Priest 1—Bass
Priest 2—Baritone
Priest 3—Tenor
Apostles —All ranges (M/F)
Mary—Exotic/Beautiful Belter
Soul Girl 1—Low Belt
Soul Girl 2—Middle Belt
Soul Girl 3—High Belt
* The role of Jesus will be played by Matthew Atwood
Please bring sheet music for a song you have already learned. Mankato Playhouse will provide a pianist to accompany you at auditions.
Do not use a song from the show.
Do not sing to taped music or sing a cappella.
You do not have to sing an entire song. Sixteen to 32 measures should be sufficient. We only want to know how well you can carry a tune and follow accompaniment. If you are "called back" we will ask you to sing some more.
Comedy Night at the Playhouse with Lee Hardin
(Recommended 17+)
March 21, 2025, at 7:00p
Get ready for a night of laughter as Lee Hardin brings his hilarious stand-up comedy to Mankato! Coming from Nashville, Tennessee, Lee has been making audiences laugh nationwide, and now it’s our turn!
Lee has appeared on NBC, The Mike Huckabee Show, and has two comedy specials streaming on DryBar Comedy. He’s shared the stage with comedy heavyweights like Henry Cho and Nate Bargatze, and now you can experience his sharp wit and Southern charm live!
Don’t miss out on this night of top-tier comedy. Whether you're a long-time fan or new to Lee's comedy, you're in for a great time!
Steely Ann: A Tribute to Steely Dan
March 29, 2025, at 7:00p
Steely Ann brings a fresh, jazzy twist to Steely Dan's iconic music, featuring powerful female leads and jazz-heavy reinterpretations of classic instrumental solos. Founded in 2021 and based just 75 miles southwest of Minneapolis in the scenic Minnesota River Valley, Steely Ann is a passion project that brings together some of the region’s most acclaimed musicians.
The band:
Ann Rosenquist Fee (vocals)
Rachel Maccabee (vocals)
Chaz Draper (drums)
Larry McDonough (keys, vocals)
Craig Matarrese (bass)
Jonathan Moeller (guitar, vocals)
Steely Ann has captivated audiences with their unique sound, performing at renowned venues such as the Hot Jazz for Decent People series in St. Peter, The Grand Kabaret in New Ulm, the Mankato Playhouse, and The Kato Ballroom. Their performances breathe new life into Steely Dan’s legendary catalog, blending jazz, rock, and soul into an unforgettable experience.
Don’t miss out on seeing Steely Ann live for a night of smooth grooves, tight rhythms, and stunning vocal performances!