Auditions: April 17th and 18th at 7:00pm at the Capitol Theatre 415 S Main St. Age Range: 18+ Cast Size: 8 Females, 6 Males, and Ensemble Directed by: Brian T. Schultz Tentative Show Dates: June 6-11 No experience necessary. SYNOPSIS: "9 to 5 The Musical," with music and lyrics by Dolly Parton and book by Patricia Resnick, is based on the seminal 1980 hit movie. Set in the late 1970s, this hilarious story of friendship and revenge in the Rolodex era is outrageous, thought-provoking and even a little romantic. Pushed to the boiling point, three female coworkers concoct a plan to get even with the sexist, egotistical, lying, hypocritical bigot they call their boss. In a hilarious turn of events, Violet, Judy and Doralee live out their wildest fantasy – giving their boss the boot! While Hart remains "otherwise engaged," the women give their workplace a dream makeover, taking control of the company that had always kept them down. Hey, a girl can scheme, can't she? You can either send the audition form via email to act@nvc.net or bring it along with you to the auditions. ROLES: Violet | Female 40-50 | Vocal range: F3-D5 The company's Head Secretary and Mr. Hart's Administrative Assistant, she is a single mother and typically stands up for what she believes in. Attractive, strong, ambitious. Doralee | Female 20-30 | Vocal range: G3-E5 A young, sexy spitfire who works at Mr. Hart's office. She is proof that there is more to a woman than just her looks. Judy | Female 30-35 | Vocal range: Ab3-F5 The "new" girl at the firm, she has been burned by her husband's affair and is searching for personal empowerment. Insecure, determined, and hopeful. Franklin Hart | Male 45-50 | Vocal range: C3-Gb4 One of the firm's executives and a notorious chauvinist. He is capable of faking charm but usually shows his true colors as an arrogant, self-absorbed boss. Roz | Female 35-45 | Vocal range: G3-C5 The attentive office gossip queen and snitch. She has an unrequited love for Mr. Hart and will do anything she can to win his approval. Joe | Male 25-35 | Vocal range: B2-G4 A handsome, young office accountant. Genuine and nice, and smitten with Violet. Dwayne | Male 25-30 | Vocal range: E2-G4 Doralee's attractive husband. He is very supportive of her professional pursuits. Josh | Male 15-18 Violet's awkward teenage son. Missy | Female 20-35 Franklin Hart's wife, clueless to her husband's true nature. Maria | Female 20-30 | Vocal range: F4-D5 A young and vibrant secretary in Hart's office. Dick | Male 35-45 Judy's soon-to-be ex-husband. An average guy, he is sporting a little less hair and a little more paunch than he did ten years ago. Kathy | Female 30-40 | Vocal range: G4-D5 A secretary in Hart's office with a tendency to gossip. Margaret | Female 30-40 A secretary in Hart's office with a tendency to drink. Tinsworthy | Male 50-65 Franklin Hart's boss and Chairman of the Board. A good man, who may be wiser to Hart's ways than he lets on. Ensemble 18+ Office employees, police officers, hospital employees. Scripts and scores are now available for a 48-hour checkout at ACT's office 417 S. Main St. Office Hours are Monday-Friday 10am-4pm. All scripts and scores must be returned by April 14th at 4pm. First come first served, limited availability. Any female auditioning for a solo or ensemble role will sing one of the following: "Heart to Hart" measures 5 through 21 "Backwoods Barbie" measures 36 through 69 "Around Here" measures 1 through 21 Any male auditioning for a solo or ensemble role will sing: "Here For You" measures 1 through 38 9 to 5 The Musical Is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com

Aberdeen Community Theatre presents a Young People's Theatre production of "HOW TO EAT LIKE A CHILD" April 12-16, 2023 A hilarious musical romp through the joys and sorrows of being a child! Young actors give twenty-three lessons in such subjects as how to beg for a dog, how to torture your sister, how to act after being sent to your room, and how to laugh hysterically. The songs are charming, the pace is fast, and the jokes are delightful. “How to Eat Like a Child” is based on the Viking book of the same name by beloved author Delia Ephron. Show Dates: Wednesday, April 12, 7:30pm Thursday, April 13, 7:30pm Friday, April 14, 7:30pm Saturday, April 15, 7:30pm Sunday, April 16, 2:30pm Tickets: ACT Subscribers: March 21, 10am Early Bird: March 25, 10am: Child $12 • Adult $16 Advance: March 28, 10am: Child $14 • Adult $18 At The Door: Child $16 • Adult $22 Cast List: Eden Barkmeier Alainna Flanigan-Bowen Jamison Frericks Sienna Gray McKenna Hamson Elliot Hansen Chase Hawkinson Peter Hemke Eiler Jensen Jillian Lepkowski Bradley Mayer Grace Mayer Lauryn Robinson Haydler Schiferl Penelope Vogel Raylee Zimmer Based on the book by Delia Ephron / Written by Delia Ephron, John Forster and Judith Kahan / Music and Lyrics by John Forster We had over nearly 70 kids audition for just 16 roles. That's a lot of competition! But don't feel down or give up. Instead, stay brave and get ready for the next opportunity. You never know what amazing things might be waiting for you!

Auditions for “How to Eat Like a Child” will be held at the Capitol Theatre, 415 S Main St., March 6th and 7th at 6pm. SYNOPSIS: A hilarious musical romp through the joys and sorrows of being a child! Young actors give twenty-three lessons in such subjects as how to beg for a dog, how to torture your sister, how to act after being sent to your room, and how to laugh hysterically. The songs are charming, the pace is fast, and the jokes are delightful. “How to Eat Like a Child” is based on the Viking book of the same name by beloved author Delia Ephron. Age Range: 7-17 years old Cast Size: 15 Directed by: Brian T. Schultz Tentative Show Dates: April 12th - 15th at 7:30pm & April 16th at 2:30pm Director’s Note: Preparation is NOT required for auditions - all children will learn a song during auditions. Script Check-out: K.O. Lee Aberdeen Public Library, or at the ACT office. SCRIPT CHECKOUTS ARE FOR 48 HOURS. Please be sure to return scripts on time. All scripts need to be returned by March 5th. Here are the three songs that will be sung at auditions. Please review the lyrics below. LIKE A CHILD Everyone hates turnips But grownups always eat them Kids are much too smart To let a vegetable defeat them So you could eat your turnips like a grownup Or you could drop ‘em in your napkin Before they reach your mouth And smuggle them to the garbage Like a child, like a child, like a chi-chi-child Like a child, like a child, like a chi-chi-child Just do what you’ve got to do And smuggle them to the garbage like a child WAITING, WAITING School is over So here I wait (big sigh) For my mother Who, as usual, is late Waiting, waiting For a disorganized adult Nothing’s more exasperating Or more difficult WHY SHOULD A KID HAVE TO WALK Why should a kid who has run out of gum Have to beg for a ride to the store Which by car is just minutes away But on foot could take half of the day And why can a grownup zoom off in the car To a party that’s right down the block And when even your pet gets a ride to the vet Oh why should a kid have to walk

Congratulations to ACT's own Jim Walker and Courtney Rott for receiving awards at the Aberdeen Area Chamber of Commerce's annual Community Champions luncheon! ACT's Artistic/Managing Director James L. Walker was honored with the ViTality Award, which is given to an individual who is a ‘keeper’ of the regional vision, and who lives in the regional growth and ‘ViTality’ spirit every day. The award is named in memory of Aberdonian, Vi Stoia. Jim was recognized for his decades of work supporting theatre and the arts in Aberdeen and around the region and state. Longtime ACT actor, volunteer, and supporter Courtney Rott, Jr. received the George Award, which is presented to a person who has worked tirelessly on behalf of the community in trying to make Aberdeen a better place to live and work. Courtney was selected for his years of dedication to the Theatre, Aberdeen Oktoberfest, local schools and teams, as well as numerous boards and organizations.

Get ready for an exciting adventure as the kids take the stage in "Junie B. Jones Is Not A Crook"! This Young People's Theatre production is sure to steal your heart. Tickets are now on sale, so don't miss out on the fun! When Junie B. Jones has her new furry mittens stolen at school, she's determined to find the perpetrator. But when she comes across a pen of many colors, she starts to question the age-old saying "finders keepers, losers weepers." With a new boy in kindergarten and both Grace and Lucille vying for his attention, Junie B. must navigate the tricky waters of right and wrong. Will she be able to keep her pen without being labeled a crook? Join Junie B. on a hilarious and heartfelt journey based on the best-selling book series by Barbara Park. It's a pen-tastic adventure you won't want to miss!

ACT's first Season Show of 2023 is "Didn't See That Coming," March 1-5 at the Capitol Theatre, directed by Brian T. Schultz and featuring: Nicole Christiansen Chris Anderson Aysia Eggena Jason Honerman Haley Salem Tony Kollman Chesnee Wagner Eliot Lucas “Didn’t See That Coming” is an evening of plays about fortune and fate, featuring ordinary people in not-so-ordinary situations. The characters and stories are all different, but one thing’s the same: the endings will surprise you!

Show Dates: February 10th & 11th at 7:30 pm, February 12th at 2:30pm Something terrible happened to Junie B. Jones at school today! Someone stole her new furry mittens! So when Junie B. finds a wonderful pen of many colors, she should be allowed to keep it, right? Because finders keepers, losers weepers. And guess what? There's a new boy in kindergarten and he is the handsomest. The only thing is both Grace and Lucille want him to be their boyfriend. Maybe he will love Junie B. when he sees her wonderful pen! It is okay to keep it, right? Junie B. Jones is not a crook . . . or is she? A hilarious and heartfelt tale based on the best-selling book series by Barbara Park Tickets are now on sales. $8 in advance, $10 at the door. This show is a special project not apart of the season subscription. Cast List: Junie B. Jones: Eva Vogel Grace: Macy Schnabel Lucille: Eden Barkmeier Handsome Warren: Haydler Schiferl Ricardo: Eiler Jensen Jim/Mitten Crook: Sam Rife Mrs.: Madelynn Erdmann Mother: Novella Pharris Principal/Grampa Frank Miller: James Ferguson Grouchy Typing Lady/Choir: Alainna Flanigan-Bowen Pink Fluffy Girl/Choir: Sienna Gray Lucille’s Grandpa/Choir: Jayden Nerdig Live Fireman/Choir: Jillian Lepkowski Parrot/Choir: Kaileena Nerdig Police Officer/Choir: Bay Hahler Student/Choir: Olivia Hatzenbuhler Student/Choir: Amelia Martin Student/Choir: Eden Podoll Student/Choir: Elijah Martin Stage Manager: Lydia Nora

41st Volunteer party - 33rd Annual ACTie awards 30th Anniversary in Capitol Theatre Aberdeen Community Theatre celebrated a successful 2022 Season, and honored hundreds of volunteers at its annual Volunteer Party on January 14, 2023. ACT relies on volunteers to fill a wide variety of roles backstage, on stage, and off stage, in order to support our mission of providing quality entertainment and opportunities for people of all ages. Hundreds of volunteers sing, dance, act, build sets, make costumes, operate lights and sound, do hair and makeup, usher, assist with office or facility tasks, and much more - every year. Their generous gifts of time and talent are vital to our success: we simply could not do it without our volunteers. We are grateful to each and every one of you for "GETTING INTO THE ACT!!" Here's a look at this year's "ACTie" awards. Special note: any volunteers who were unable to attend the awards event may pick up their certificates at the ACT office, 417 S. Main Street, during normal business hours. ACTie Award Winners: Orchestra Debut of the Year – Justin Desens – bass in “Snoopy!!! The Musical,” guitar in “Matilda The Musical,” bass in “The Music of Adele.” Debut Performer of the Year – Barb Imberi – ensemble in “The Homecoming.” Debut Newcomer of the Year – Raylee Zimmer – Lucy in “Snoopy!!! The Musical,” Matilda in “Matilda The Musical,” ensemble in “The Bible In 30 Minutes... or Less,” and Shirley Spencer in “The Homecoming.” Debut Techie of the Year – Trixie Hettich – costumes “Laundry & Bourbon | Lonestar,” “Steel Magnolias,” and “The Homecoming.” Betty Anderson Stitch-In-Time Award – Renee Galbraith Betty Anderson Stitch-In-Time Award – Brittany Merkel Betty Anderson Stitch-In-Time Award – Christine Lepkowski Betty Anderson Stitch-In-Time Award – Diane Leitheiser Performer of the Year / Schizophrenic Star Award – Jillian Lepkowski – Patty in “Snoopy!!! The Musical,” Hortensia in “Matilda The Musical,” God in “The Bible In 30 Minutes... or Less,” and Young Joseph in “The Homecoming.” Performer of the Year / Schizophrenic Star Award – Haydler Schiferl – Linus in “Snoopy!!! The Musical,” Jeremy Jacob in “How I Became a Pirate,” ensemble in “The Bible In 30 Minutes... or Less,” and Mark Spencer in “The Homecoming.” Performer of the Year / Schizophrenic Star Award – Penelope Vogel – Sally in “Snoopy!!! The Musical,” Amanda in “Matilda The Musical,” ensemble in “The Bible In 30 Minutes... or Less,” townsperson in “The Homecoming.” Performer of the Year / Schizophrenic Star Award – Raylee Zimmer – Lucy in “Snoopy!!! The Musical,” Matilda in “Matilda The Musical,” ensemble in “The Bible In 30 Minutes... or Less,” Shirley Spencer in “The Homecoming.” Techie of the Year – Daisy Williams Techie of the Year – Lily Williams Janet Vilhauer Ten-Year Techie – Natalie Schultz Janet Vilhauer Ten-Year Techie – Alex Bartlett Business of the Year – Safety Service Inc./Jeff & Michelle Walth Volunteer of the Year – Sandy Sullivan 2022 Season Debuts: Jessica Appl – ensemble – “Love, Loss and What I Wore ----- Loretta Simon – lights – “Triple Bypass” ----- Kylla Aesoph – Spike – “Snoopy!!! The Musical” Anika Berg – Violet – “Snoopy!!! The Musical” Justin Desens – bass – “Snoopy!!! The Musical” Alainna Flanigian-Bowen – Freida – “Snoopy!!! The Musical” Shelbey Fortin – Andy – “Snoopy!!! The Musical” Cadynce German – Olaf – “Snoopy!!! The Musical” Gabriel Harmel – Snoopy – “Snoopy!!! The Musical” Peter Hemke – Shermy – “Snoopy!!! The Musical” Josiah Kollman – Schroeder – “Snoopy!!! The Musical” Christine Lepkowski – props – “Snoopy!!! The Musical” Jillian Lepkowski – Patty – “Snoopy!!! The Musical” Matt Martin – guitar – “Snoopy!!! The Musical” Bradley Mayer – Charlie Brown – “Snoopy!!! The Musical” Brittany Merkel – costumes – “Snoopy!!! The Musical” Zoey Merkel – Marcie – “Snoopy!!! The Musical” Ashley Wysk – follow spot – “Snoopy!!! The Musical” Raylee Zimmer – Lucy – “Snoopy!!! The Musical” ----- Ashtyn Bahr – set – “Matilda The Musical” Zach Lopez – set – “Matilda The Musical” Sadie Raap – set – “Matilda The Musical” Reese Uecker – assistant director/ stage manager – “Matilda The Musical” ----- Trixie Hettich – costumes – “Laundry & Bourbon” / “Lonestar” Olivia LaCroix-Winkler – props – “Laundry & Bourbon” / “Lonestar” ----- Rachel Aman – hair – “Steel Magnolias” Erin Blanchard – sound – “Steel Magnolias” Darci Bultema – Clairee – “Steel Magnolias” Madison Ivy – Annelle – “Steel Magnolias” Michelle Ivy – hair – “Steel Magnolias” RC Pratt – costumes – “Steel Magnolias” Erynn Reimer – set – “Steel Magnolias” Rosemary Vega – Shelby – “Steel Magnolias” ----- Halle Buckhouse – “The Bible in 30 Minutes… or Less” Malcom Franks – “The Bible in 30 Minutes… or Less” Jordy Fraiser – “The Bible in 30 Minutes… or Less” Mason Henry – “The Bible in 30 Minutes… or Less” Eiler Jensen – “The Bible in 30 Minutes… or Less” Amelia Martin – “The Bible in 30 Minutes… or Less” Kai Nerdig – “The Bible in 30 Minutes… or Less” Charlotte Nora – “The Bible in 30 Minutes… or Less” David Nora – “The Bible in 30 Minutes… or Less” Lydia Nora – “The Bible in 30 Minutes… or Less” Anna Perrion – “The Bible in 30 Minutes… or Less” Thatcher Peterson – “The Bible in 30 Minutes… or Less” Sam Rife – “The Bible in 30 Minutes… or Less” Eli Miller – “The Bible in 30 Minutes… or Less” ----- Emmy Beckham – townsperson – “The Homecoming” Tim Beckham – Ike Godsey – “The Homecoming” Beth Bottge – townsperson – “The Homecoming” Journey Gray – townsperson – “The Homecoming” Sienna Gray – townsperson – “The Homecoming” Bay Hahler – townsperson – “The Homecoming” Chase Hawkinson – John Spencer – “The Homecoming” Becky Hunter – townsperson – “The Homecoming” Cordelia Kitto – townsperson – “The Homecoming” Caleb Kollman – townsperson – “The Homecoming” Samantha Lehr – hair – “The Homecoming” Arlyn Rusche – Reverend Dooly – “The Homecoming” Chesney Wagner – townsperson – “The Homecoming” Ashley Westby – set – “The Homecoming” Jessa Zimmer – townsperson – “The Homecoming” ----- Spencer Opp – bass – Kevin Kling’s “Tales From the Charred Underbelly of the Yule Log” Tim Zebroski – drums – Kevin Kling’s “Tales From the Charred Underbelly of the Yule Log” 2022 Season Specialist: Concessionaire Extraordinaire - Dan Yurgaitis ACT Box Office - Juli Schultz Usher / Front of House - Liza Kollman Nepotism is Relative: Jason, Jennifer & Eden Barkmeier; Jackson & Ava Rott Tim & Emmy Beckham Darci Bultema & Mike Skyles John & Tierra Cassens Nicole Christiansen & Eliot Lucas Marilyn & Emily Davis Aysia, Sakura & William Eggena Journey & Sienna Gray Matt, Lori, Gabriel & Jill Harmel Fred, Rachel, Charlie & Peter Hemke Madison & Michelle Ivy Christine & Jill Lepkowski Tony, Liza, Josiah & Caleb Kollman Bethe Martian; Daisy & Lily Williams Dani McQuillen & Hayley Daughtery Brittany & Zoey Merkel Jayden & Kai Nerdig Lydia, Charlotte & David Nora David & Erynn Reimer Courtney, Ava & Jackson Rott Elizabeth, Elsa & Haydler Schiferl Brian, Juli, Erica & Natalie Schultz John & Andrew Schwab Isabella & Isaac Seaton George P. & Sandy Sullivan Alex & Paige Tiede John, Tracy, Alice, Coen, Penelope & Eva Vogel Larry & Margaret Wild Jessa & Raylee Zimmer

Show Dates: February 10th & 11th at 7:30 pm, February 12th at 2:30pm Something terrible happened to Junie B. Jones at school today! Someone stole her new furry mittens! So when Junie B. finds a wonderful pen of many colors, she should be allowed to keep it, right? Because finders keepers, losers weepers. And guess what? There's a new boy in kindergarten and he is the handsomest. The only thing is both Grace and Lucille want him to be their boyfriend. Maybe he will love Junie B. when he sees her wonderful pen! It is okay to keep it, right? Junie B. Jones is not a crook . . . or is she? A hilarious and heartfelt tale based on the best-selling book series by Barbara Park Tickets go on sale January 23rd at 10:00am. $8 in advance, $10 at the door. This show is a special project not apart of the season subscription. Cast List: Junie B. Jones: Eva Vogel Grace: Macy Schnabel Lucille: Eden Barkmeier Handsome Warren: Haydler Schiferl Ricardo: Eiler Jensen Jim/Mitten Crook: Sam Rife Mrs.: Madelynn Erdmann Mother: Novella Pharris Principal/Grampa Frank Miller: James Ferguson Grouchy Typing Lady/Choir: Alainna Flanigan-Bowen Pink Fluffy Girl/Choir: Sienna Gray Lucille’s Grandpa/Choir: Jayden Nerdig Live Fireman/Choir: Jillian Lepkowski Parrot/Choir: Kaileena Nerdig Police Officer/Choir: Bay Hahler Student/Choir: Olivia Hatzenbuhler Student/Choir: Amelia Martin Student/Choir: Eden Podoll Student/Choir: Elijah Martin Stage Manager: Lydia Nora FOR CAST: Read-Thru Jan. 13th 4:00pm to 6:00pm Thank you so much to everyone who auditioned. You made my job very difficult! If I was not able to cast you this time I encourage you to audition for our next YPT show “How To Eat Like A Child” in March. Again, thank you for getting into the ACT! - Claire Vetter

Auditions: January 22nd & 23rd at 7:00pm at the Capitol Theatre 415 S Main St. Age Range: 18+ Cast Size: 3+ Females, 3+ Males Directed by: Brian T. Schultz Tentative Show Dates: March 1st-5th “Didn’t See That Coming” will be Aberdeen Community Theatre’s entry for AACTFest 2023. Download the Audition From for more info about AACTFest. Scripts for the audition can be borrowed for 48 hours from either ACT's office or the K.O. Lee Library. Please note that script checkout is on a first come, first served basis

RSVP REQUIRED BY JANUARY 4TH WHO: Any ACT performers or volunteers, and those who plan to GET INTO THE ACT in 2023! WHAT: An evening of food, friends and fun! WHEN: Saturday, January 14th at 6:00pm | Dinner at 6:30pm, with activities to follow. WHERE: On the mainstage at the Capitol Theatre, 415 S. Main Street. WHY: To celebrate our volunteer community, and toast to the upcoming season! HOW: RSVP by clicking the button below or by calling 605-225-2228

Auditions for “Junie B. Jones is Not a Crook” will be held at the Capitol Theatre, 415 S Main St., January 9th and 10th at 4pm. SYNOPSIS: Something terrible happened to Junie B. Jones at school today! Someone stole her new furry mittens! So when Junie B. finds a wonderful pen of many colors, she should be allowed to keep it, right? Because finders keepers, losers weepers. And guess what? There’s a new boy in kindergarten and he is the handsomest. The only thing is both Grace and Lucille want him to be their boyfriend. Maybe he will love Junie B. when he sees her wonderful pen! It is okay to keep it, right? Junie B. Jones is not a crook . . . or is she? A hilarious and heartfelt tale based on the best-selling book series by Barbara Park. Age Range: 8-15 years old Cast Size: 7-Females, 6-Males, 7-Any, 20-Total Directed by: Claire Vetter Tentative Show Dates: February 10th & 11th at 7:30pm and February 12th at 2:30pm Director’s Note: No need to prepare anything for auditions – just come dressed to move and ready to have fun! Scripts for the audition can be borrowed for 48 hours from either the ACT’s office or the K.O. Lee Library. Please note that script checkout is on a first come, first served basis.