Take a Gamble on This Audition!

You can “bet” that this show will be a hit. “Lady Luck” will be smiling down on the Lofte this summer. Even if you’ve “Never Been in Love Before,” you’re sure to love this production! All puns aside, this summer’s production of “Guys and Dolls” is sure to be enjoyed by both audiences and performers.

It all begins with a bet. Nathan Detroit bets high-rolling gambler Sky Masterson that Sky cannot persuade Save-A-Soul Missionary Sister Sarah Brown to accompany him on a trip to Cuba. While the worldly Sky works his charms on a wary Sarah, Nathan is doing his best to stay outside the matrimonial clutches of his long-suffering fiancée, Miss Adelaide. "Guys and Dolls" is a fable about what happens to gambling men and the women who long to tame them. Set in the colorful world of New York City in the mid 20th century, the romantic and funny "Guys And Dolls" is populated with gangsters and gamblers, missionary dolls and scantily clad showgirls, and one the great musical scores in the history of American theatre.

This show debuted on Broadway in 1950 and won the Tony for Best Musical. Over the years a laundry list of Broadway and Hollywood stars have appeared in various revivals of the show; Walter Matthau, Alan King, Jerry Orbach, Nathan Lane, Patrick Swayze and Jessica Beil just to name a few!

The Lofte Community Theatre in Manley will be holding auditions for “Guys & Dolls” on May 9 and 10 at 7pm. There are several parts available including featured roles and ensemble. Men and women ages 16 and up are welcome. Those planning to audition should bring a prepared piece of music. An accompanist is provided. Readings will consist of cuttings from the show’s script.

Some of the featured roles include Sara Brown (Soprano), Sky Masterson (Baritone), Miss Adelaide (Mezzo-Soprano) and Nathan Detroit (Baritone). We’re also looking for orchestra, stage manager, lights/sound operator and set designer! Performance dates are July 16-18, 22-25, 29-31 and August 1. There are two performances on July 18 and 25. Director for the production is Kevin Colbert. Musical Director is Betty Colbert. Complete details can be found on the Lofte’s audition page. Questions may be addressed to Kevin Colbert by calling the Lofte’s Box Office at (402) 234-2553.