Shane Mayer and Vanessa Flores!!

Please open the link below to see two City College Drama (and film) students at Commencement.

Congratulations to you and all of our graduates!

https://www.facebook.com/SanDiegoCityCollege/videos/1754788044667580/

City College and Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival

On March 7, opening performance of the New Play Festival, Robin Russin from UC Riverside came to the Black Box Theatre. He is a representative from the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival, and he provided feedback to the actors and the playwrights.

And on April 19, Ryan Scrimger from the University of San Diego came to give feedback to the cast and crew of Heathers The Musical. Here are a few photos from the Heathers talkback.

And the Respondents selected four actors (two from each show) to compete in the Irene Ryan Scholarship Competition at the KCACTF Conference in Fullerton in February. Huge congratualations to William James, Louis Estrada, Luis Sherlinee, and Genia Santini!

Rob Norberg is retiring!

Rob Norberg, City College's Technical Theatre Director, is RETIRING after 40 years of service. (Yeah, probably most people reading this blog weren't even born before he started working here ...)

On May 23, we threw him a farewell party. Here are some photos:

Rob, City College won't be the same without you. We wish you all the best. Enjoy your retirement!

Visit from the cast of Sweat

On April 25, actors Monique Gaffney and Markuz Rodriguez from the San Diego Repertory Theatre came to the Black Box to talk about their experiences performing in the Lynn Nottage play Sweat. With them was Kim Montelilbano Heil, the Associate Artistic Director from the REP. 

In addition to talking about their journey as actors, Kim led a discussion about EDI (Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion) in casting. These are important conversations to have!

Thank you to the World Cultures Program for setting this up!

Commencement, 2019

Huge congratulations to the Drama students who completed their studies at City College! Here are some pictures from Commencement:

Here's Professors Terry Wilson (Dance), Katie Rodda (Drama) and Mike Espar (Music) lining up to go into the ceremony.

Herb Josue Mares, Veronica Cadenas, Shane Mayer, and Vanessa Flores. Josue did the worm across the stage!

 Here's Roosevelt Green.

 Justin Barber.

And the happy grads.

Christian Sin was there as well, but we missed the chance to get his photo.

And congratulations to EVERYONE who is leaving City College and transferring to a university: Shane Mayer and Valeria del Castillo (CSU Northridge), Justin Barber (CSU Long Beach), Devin McKenna, Vanessa Flores, and Maggie Jones (UC San Diego), Roosevelt Green, Veronica Cadenas, and Ismael Arvizu (San Diego State University) and anyone else whom I accidentally didn't mention. (Please let Katie Rodda know: krodda@sdccd.edu who else is leaving City. Thanks!) 

Photos from the New Play Festival

OK, so the New Play Festival was over two months ago, but we just got a link to some photos that were taken leading up to the festival and during the show. Click here.  

Huge thanks to SDCCD photographer David Brooks for these gorgeous images.

48-hour Film Festival Auditions

CASTING CALL

UNION/NON-UNION

PROJECT: 48 hour film project

PRODUCTION COMPANY: Jake Byrd Productions in association with Look at the Birdy Productions.

DIRECTOR: Jake Byrd

LOCATION: 8400 Miramar rd

San Diego, CA 92126

AUDITION DATE: May 15th from 7pm - 11pm

When you arrive please TEXT (PHONE CALLS WON'T BE ANSWERED)

619-672-3184 so we can let you in

or email- jake.p.byrd@gmail.com

LOOKING FOR

Actors and Actresses with a wide range of acting ability with an emphasis on Comedy and Drama.

Males - (18yrs - 55yrs)

Females - (18yr - 55yrs)

If Interested send head shot to jake.p.byrd@gmail.com

Accepting Union and Non-union talent. In order to be considered talent must submit a head shot (selfies accepted) and resume. All submissions are to be submitted to jake.p.byrd@gmail.com. In the subject line please address it as "48 hour film submission"

Thank you.

Fall 2019 shows at City College

Hello, after much soul-searching and reading of plays, we have come up with our selections for Fall 2019. Please know that THESE ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. 

Auditions are Thursday, August 22.

Just Like Us by Karen Zacarias

"What makes us American?"
Based on Helen Thorpe's bestselling book, this documentary-style play follows four Latina teenage girls in Denver--two of whom are documented and two who are not--through young adulthood. Their close-knit friendships begin to unravel when immigration status dictates the girls' opportunities, or lack thereof. When a political firestorm arises, each girl's future becomes increasingly complicated. Just Like Us poses difficult, yet essential questions about what makes us American.

Black Box Theatre, September 27 - October 6

https://www.karenzacarias.com/plays/just-like-us

She Kills Monsters by Qui Nguyen

"Man, your sister was really into some geeky sh*t."

A comedic romp into the world of fantasy role-playing games, She Kills Monsters tells the story of Agnes Evans as she leaves her childhood home in Ohio following the death of her teenage sister, Tilly. When Agnes finds Tilly's Dungeons & Dragons notebook, she stumbles into a journey of discovery and action-packed adventure in the imaginary world that was Tilly's refuge. In this high-octane dramatic comedy laden with homicidal fairies, nasty ogres, and '90s pop culture, She Kills Monsters pays homage to the geek and warrior within us all.

Saville Theatre, October 25 - November 3

https://www.samuelfrench.com/p/8807/she-kills-monsters

Job openings at Lamb's Players Theatre

Lamb's Players is looking to hire a person or two for Patron Services for Lamb's Players (Encore Cafe, Box Office, House Management) If you are interested or know anyone who might be - have them send a resume and letter of interest to: Attention Deborah Smyth box.office@lambsplayers.org.

Performance of credible--happening THIS AFTERNOON!

Tired of the rain? Come to San Diego City College at 2:00 pm TODAY and witness the special, one-performance-only event of credible, a world premiere play by Lily Padilla and Alanna Bledman. Five City College students are performing in, so come out and support them.

This original play is a co-production between San Diego City College Department of Theatre and the University of San Diego Theatre Department. credible is inspired by Luigi Pirandello's absurdist masterpiece Six Characters in Search of an Author. This play began in a USD class in Fall 2018, during which time students developed scenes based on their own lives. It was influenced by the Brett Kavanaugh hearings and our lived experiences of what or who is and isn't considered credible. This production includes conversations and explorations about sexual assault, racism, privilege, power, and embodiment. It is recommended for mature audiences. 

The director is the amazing Lisa Berger (Metamorphoses).

Tickets are only $5. You can get them on Eventbrite (+ handling fee) or at the door, CASH ONLY.

Another ComiCon audition

IT’S A COMIC CON GIG! BE PART OF THE IN CROWD OUTSIDE THE CON!

Candis Casting is looking for actors, all genders, all ethnicities from the 20’s to 59! This event works outside the Con where lots of fun things happen. We need actors with experience in any and all of the following: improv, clowning, fight choreography, dance, aerial, British and Irish accents. Pretty much, if you have one skill mentioned, why not audition? Auditions start May 13 -16th. Submit now to be considered! I mean, submit today, you know you want to submit!

Job works July 15- 21, every day. Some rehearsals during June 24-July 12. Rate is $280/day.

Come on, who doesn’t want to be part of the Con? Submit today with a headshot and performance resume to cctalentsubmission@gmail.com.Lots of roles to cast! Auditions/Works in San Diego as a local hire. .

Legoland Auditions

LEGOLAND® California Costume Character Auditions

Pay is $14.50 / hour

NOW CASTING!!!

LEGOLAND® California Resort is seeking animated, energetic, creative individuals with the ability to move well to be a part of our Costume Character team! Perform as characters from The LEGO® Movie including Emmet, Wyldstyle, Benny, and Unikitty, along with some of our classic characters, such as LEGO® Knight, LEGO® Pirate, and LEGO® Policeman.

Please sign up at the link below in order to confirm your attendance.

Tuesday, May 21st, 2019 at 6:00pm

Questions? Auditions@LEGOLAND.com

One performance only at City College!

Amazing news: the cast of credible by Lily Padilla and Alanna Bledman will be performing one time only at San Diego City College.

The performance will be Saturday, May 11 at 2:00 p.m. in the Black Box Theatre. All tickets are $5. Buy them at the door (cash only) or here (+small handling fee).

credible is inspired by Luigi Pirandello's absurdist masterpiece Six Characters in Search of an Author. The creative process began in a USD class in Fall 2018, during which students developed scenes based on their own lives; it was influenced by the Brett Kavanaugh hearings—our lived experiences of what or who is and isn't considered credible. This production includes conversations and explorations about sexual assault, racism, privilege, power and embodiment.

Directed by City College Lisa Berger (Metamorphoses).

Don't miss this very special event.

credible at USD--featuring City College students--Free tickets available!

This original play by Lily Padilla and Alanna Bledman features five students from San Diego City College. credible is inspired by Luigi Pirandello's absurdist masterpiece Six Characters in Search of an Author.

The creative process began in a devising class in Fall 2018, during which USD students developed scenes based on their own lives, and was influenced by the Brett Kavanaugh hearings—our lived experiences of what or who is and isn't considered credible.

This production includes conversations and explorations about sexual assault, racism, privilege, power and embodiment.

Directed by City College professor Lisa Berger (Metamorphoses)

Studio Theatre, University of San Diego
LIMITED NUMBER OF COMPLIMENTARY TICKETS AVAILABLE TO CITY COLLEGE STUDENTS. Go to USD's Eventbrite page and enter code CITYstudents.

Questions? theatrearts@sandiego.edu

Auditions for Grossmont College!

Grossmont College’s Theatre Arts program is now accepting names for “Disney’s The Little Mermaid” auditions.

Applicants 14 years old and older are welcome.

Join us for a fun summer under the sea!

Grossmont College Theatre Arts Department

Summer Arts Conservatory

Presents

Disney’s “The Little Mermaid”

June 10-August 3rd, 2019

Earn College Credits for FREE!

Now in its sixth year, the Grossmont College Theatre Arts

Summer Conservatory is an all-inclusive experience where

you’ll learn from professionals by DOING!

We cover your cost of tuition, registration fees, provide

a $25 gas card OR a bus pass and a parking pass for those

with a car.

Auditions: May 20^th & 21^st, 2019

Callbacks: May 22nd, 2019

Please prepare a 16 bar cut of a song from the musical theatre canon.

The Disney songbook is recommended. You may sing from the show.

To schedule and audition call Alexis

beginning May 1, 2019

at 619-644-7234

We are also seeking students for our technical program this summer!

Carpentry, lights, costumes, sound and painters!

No experience necessary. Come learn some new skills.

Monday – Thursday 9 am to noon

For questions regarding our summer conservatory contact

Beth Duggan, Department Chair at

619-644-7235 or beth.duggan@gcccd.edu