Posted: 4/16/03

Audition set for Masquersí play

Masquerís Theatre Company is preparing for its summer season.

The first show of the season, ìSeven Brides for Seven Brothersî a musical adaptation of the popular MGM movie features with a large cast of about 30 talented men and women.

Auditions to fill those roles are scheduled for 7-10 p.m. April 21 and 22 with call backs April 24 in the Forest Lake High School cafeteria.

Those auditioning (16 and older) should come with a song prepared and wear comfortable clothing for dance.

ìWe really need guys to try out,î said Deborah Wiersma, Masquerís president. ìItís a great way to meet women.î

Adapted by Lawrence Kasha and David Landay, the play centers around Millie, a young bride living in the 1850s Oregon wilderness.

Millieís plans to marry off her uncivilized brothers-in-law is foiled when the boys kidnap women to be their brides.

The show will be directed by Masquerís newcomer Mike Nazzal, a frequent player/director with Lyric Arts in Anoka and a wealth of experience at various theaters including Lakeshore Players, Playhouse 15 and others.

ìSeven Brides for Seven Brothersî will be presented the last two weekends in June.

For more information about Masquerís Theatre Company, visit www.masquerstheatre.com on the World Wide Web, call 651-464-5823 or email info@masquerstheatre.com.

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