Annie Jr (As part of The Penguin Project at ACT)
2023-10-07 19:00 - 20:30, 2023-10-08 14:00 - 15:30 (America/New_York) | Altoona Area High School Auditorium, 1415 6th Ave, Altoona, PA, 16602
The Penguin Project at Altoona Community Theatre Presents
ANNIE JR
Book by Thomas Meehan, Music by Charles Strouse, Lyrics by Martin Charnin
Presented on Broadway by Mike Nichols
Originally produced by Irwin Meyer, Stephen R. Friedman, Lewis Allen, Alvin Nederlander Associates Inc, The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Icarus Productions
Based on “Little Orphan Annie”® By Permission of The Tribune Content Agency, LLC
The Penguin Project™ at Altoona Community Theatre will present Annie JR. on October 7 at 7 pm and October 8 at 2 pm at the Altoona Area High School Auditorium. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at altoonaasd.booktix.net. There is no dress code, but the cast will remind you that you are “never fully dressed without a smile.”
Annie JR. follows the story of an orphan named Annie living a “hard-knock life” at The New York City Municipal Orphanage run by the cruel Miss Hannigan. Annie dreams of being reunited with her parents and takes action to find them. In adventure after fun-filled adventure, Annie foils Miss Hannigan’s evil machinations, befriends President Franklin Roosevelt and finds a new family in billionaire Oliver Warbucks, his personal secretary Grace Farrell and a lovable mutt named Sandy.
This production is made possible by a partnership with the Altoona Area School District; grants from The T.Dean Lower and Jane Young Lower Trust and the Zack Hinish Foundation; and a donation from UPMC Altoona.
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Murder at Rutherford Manor @ US Hotel
2023-10-19 17:30 - 21:00, 2023-10-20 17:30 - 21:00 | US Hotel, 401 S. Juniata Street, Hollidaysburg, PA, 16648, United States
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Murder at Rutherford Manor @ Coal Country Brewing
2023-10-21 17:30 - 21:00 | Coal Country Brewing, 2343 Benjamin Franklin Hwy, Ebensburg, 15931

Board Game Day (ACT Membership Event)
2023-10-22 13:00 - 17:30, 2024-03-01 18:00 - 21:30 | ACT Rehearsal Hall, 1213 12th St, Altoona, PA, 16601, United States

General Membership Meeting
2023-11-03 19:00 - 21:00 | ACT Rehearsal Hall, 1213 12th St, Altoona, PA, 16601, United States
Join us for a General Membership Meeting on Friday November 3 at 7PM in the ACT Rehearsal Hall.
At this meeting, we’ll discuss load-in for “Clue: On Stage”, auditions for “Angel Street” and “Into the Woods”, the upcoming Membership Holiday Party, and general business for ACT!
The meeting is open to Non-Members! Come meet us and let us know your interests!
Join as Member or to Renew Your Membership:
https://altoonacommunitytheatre.com/membership/

Clue: On Stage
2023-11-16 19:30 - 22:00, 2023-11-17 19:30 - 22:00, 2023-11-18 19:30 - 22:00 | The Historic Mishler Theatre, 1208 12th Ave, Altoona, PA, 16601, United States
Clue: On Stage
Based on the screenplay by Jonathan Lynn
Written by Sandy Rustin
Additional Material by Hunter Foster and Eric Price
Directed by Jerry Cox
November 16, 17, & 18 at 7:30 PM
& November 19 at 2:00 PM

It’s a dark and stormy night, and you’ve been invited to a remote mansion where six mysterious guests assemble for an unusual dinner party where murder and blackmail are on the menu. When their host turns up dead, the dinner guests become murder suspects. So whodunnit? Join the iconic oddballs known as Miss Scarlet, Mr. Green, Colonel Mustard, Mrs. White, Professor Plum, and Mrs. Peacock as they race to find the murderer while the body count stacks up.
Based on the 1985 cult classic film and the popular board game, “Clue: On Stage” is a madcap murder-mystery-comedy-thriller that will keep you guessing until the final twist.

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“Clue: On Stage” runs approximately 100 minutes and will not include an intermission.
Please note this show uses theatrical gun shots, flashing lights, and strobe lights.

Clue: On Stage
2023-11-19 14:00 - 16:30 | The Historic Mishler Theatre, 1208 12th Ave, Altoona, PA, 16601, United States
Clue: On Stage
Based on the screenplay by Jonathan Lynn
Written by Sandy Rustin
Additional Material by Hunter Foster and Eric Price
Directed by Jerry Cox
November 16, 17, & 18 at 7:30 PM
& November 19 at 2:00 PM

It’s a dark and stormy night, and you’ve been invited to a remote mansion where six mysterious guests assemble for an unusual dinner party where murder and blackmail are on the menu. When their host turns up dead, the dinner guests become murder suspects. So whodunnit? Join the iconic oddballs known as Miss Scarlet, Mr. Green, Colonel Mustard, Mrs. White, Professor Plum, and Mrs. Peacock as they race to find the murderer while the body count stacks up.
Based on the 1985 cult classic film and the popular board game, “Clue: On Stage” is a madcap murder-mystery-comedy-thriller that will keep you guessing until the final twist.

TICKETS ON SALE NOW!
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“Clue: On Stage” runs approximately 100 minutes and will not include an intermission.

Angel Street (Gaslight) AUDITIONS
2023-11-26 18:00 - 21:00, 2023-11-27 18:00 - 21:00 | ACT Rehearsal Hall, 1213 12th St, Altoona, PA, 16601, United States
Angel Street (Gaslight)
By Patrick Hamilton
Directed by Matt Michrina

Open Auditions: November 26 & 27 from 6-9pm.

Performances: February 15-17 @ 7:30pm and February 18 @ 2pm

Audition Information:
Open auditions for this classic thriller will be held November 26 & 27 from 6:00 – 9:00 PM in the Altoona Community Theatre Rehearsal Hall, 1213 12th Street, Downtown Altoona.
Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script. Auditionees need only attend one night unless asked to attend callbacks, expected to be held November 29.
Actors must be available for all performances. Availability for rehearsals will be asked at auditions, please be prepared to list all conflicts from auditions to performance dates. Rehearsals are expected to begin the first week of January, with some possible work to begin in December.
If you are unable to attend general auditions, please contact the ACT Office at least a week in advance to discuss scheduling an alternative audition time.

About the show:
“Mystery and madness loom in the air in this classic Victorian thriller. Strange things have been happening in the Manningham household: items go missing, their dog is injured, and Mrs. Manningham hears footsteps coming from the locked, uninhabited top floor. She fears that she is going mad–that is certainly what Mr. Manningham believes. But when Detective Rough arrives one night to visit Mrs. Manningham while she is alone, questions arise and secrets are revealed.
First performed in 1939, this play is relevant today since it is the origin of the term “gaslighting” which Merriam-Webster named their “word of the year” for 2022.”

Cast of Characters:
Jack Manningham– (35-50) A little too well dressed. A narcissist and smooth talker. His manner is suave and authoritative. Must be capable of great violence and cruelty. Will require stage kissing and violence.

Bella Manningham– (25-35) A recent beauty but now severely depressed and highly anxious. She believes she is gradually losing her memory and going mad. Shows a wide range of emotions. Will require stage kissing and violence.

Detective Rough– (30-60) Friendly and overbearing. Easy laugh. Underneath an affable exterior lies a deeply determined man. The main driver of the plot, he spins a tale of high adventure and keeps the action moving within long passages of narration.

Nancy– (16-25) Cheeky, taunting, outrageous flirt with overt ambitions to sleep with Mr. Manningham and become the lady of the house. She has many “admirers” and uses her sexuality to her own advantage. Will require strong sensuality and stage kissing.

Elizabeth– (40-60) The other maid who has worked for Mrs. Manningham for quite some time. She is meek, scared, loyal and very, very worried about her Mistress’s mental health. She takes large risks to do what’s right.

All roles are available. No prior theatrical or ACT experience is required.
Roles are open to diverse & gender-inclusive casting. Our casting seeks to be as inclusive as possible and we invite gender nonconforming, genderqueer, transgender and nonbinary actors to select the roles they most identify with.
Age ranges are suggestions, please audition for any role you would like.

Questions can be directed to the ACT Office.
Phone: 814-943-4357
Email: act@altoonacommunitytheatre.com

ACT Membership Holiday Party
2023-12-01 18:30 - 21:30 | ACT Rehearsal Hall, 1213 12th St, Altoona, PA, 16601, United States
All ACT Members are invited to the 2023 Holiday Party on December 1 in the ACT Rehearsal Hall.
Please join us for Pizza & Festivities to celebrate the season & our theatre family.
We ask that you please RSVP by November 29 to act@altoonacommunitytheatre.com

Pizza & Soda Provided
Bring a snack to share if you’re able
BYO Adult Beverages (Must Have ID)
The ACT Great Gift Give Away begins at 7:30PM
ACT Members only, but you may bring a Non-Member Guest

Memberships run with our Theatre Season, July 1 to June 30 of the following year. Please make sure your membership dues for this season are paid.
Online Membership Registration (New members welcome!)

MORE INFORMATION:
The ACT Great Gift Give Away: Each guest who wants to participate brings one “White-Elephant” Gift. This gift can be a silly item, a random object cluttering up your house you want to get rid of, or, if you choose to purchase something, any gift under $30—just make sure whatever it is, you wrap it pretty! Rules will be explained at the party. You may walk away with a nice present, a useless trinket, or maybe nothing at all. It’s a game of chance, speed, and theft. Similar to paper bag awards, it’s an honor to play, but not always an honor to win.
Drinking Rules: All ACT functions that involve alcoholic beverages are served by a RAMP certified bartender. Even in the case of Bring Your Own Booze such as this party, you must turn your drinks over to the bartender and provide an ID. (We don’t care how old you look– No ID, no wristband, no drinking!) Your drinks will then be served to you in appropriate portions to make sure everyone is drinking responsibly. ACT pays for the bartender’s fee, but tips from our party guests are appreciated.
Possible other games & activities to follow the Gift Give Away. Bartender stops serving at 9:30PM & Party officially ends at 10:00PM
We hope too see you there!

Into the Woods AUDITIONS
2023-12-03 18:00 - 21:00, 2023-12-04 18:00 - 21:00 | ACT Rehearsal Hall, 1213 12th St, Altoona, PA, 16601, United States
Into the Woods
Music and Lyrics by STEPHEN SONDHEIM
Book by JAMES LAPINE
Directed by Jonathan O’Harrow

Open Auditions: December 3 & 4 @ 6:00pm

Performances: May 2, 3 & 4 @ 7:30pm and May 5 @ 2:00pm

Open auditions for Altoona Community Theatre’s production of “Into the Woods,” with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by James Lapine, will be held Sunday and Monday, December 3 and 4, beginning 6:00 p.m. in the Altoona Community Theatre Rehearsal Hall, 1213 12th Street, Downtown Altoona.
Auditions will consist of singing and cold readings from the script. Auditionees need only attend one night unless asked to attend callbacks, expected to be held December 7. Auditionees should be 14 years of age or older and prepare a 32-bar cut of a song (no longer than two minutes) from the show or from another musical. If singing a song from another show, please bring sheet music for the accompanist.
Actors must be available for all performances (May 2-5, 2024). Availability for rehearsals will be asked at auditions. Please be prepared to list all conflicts from auditions to performance dates. Rehearsals are expected to begin either the week of March 17 or March 24 with some possible work to begin as early as January.
If you are unable to attend general auditions, please contact the ACT Office at least a week in advance to discuss scheduling an alternative audition time.

About the Show
“Into the Woods” is a musical that weaves together various fairy tales, primarily centered around a Baker and his Wife, who long for a child. They embark on a quest to break a curse placed on them by a wicked Witch, requiring them to gather items from different fairy tales, such as Cinderella’s slipper, Little Red Riding Hood’s cape, Rapunzel’s hair, and Jack’s cow.
As the characters journey “into the woods” to fulfill their wishes, they encounter various challenges, moral dilemmas, and consequences of their actions. The musical explores themes of desire, responsibility, the consequences of one’s choices, and the idea that “wishes come true, not free.”
As the story progresses, the characters’ lives become increasingly entangled, leading to unexpected consequences and tragedies. Eventually, they must confront the consequences of their actions and work together to overcome an even greater threat.

Cast of Characters (in order of appearance)
There are 19 roles available, including the following:

Narrator/Mysterious Man
An intellectual and pleasant storyteller who helps to orchestrate the show and illustrate lessons to the audience. Mysterious Man: A mischievous vagrant and nosy meddler. He is a good-natured protector and observer. Vocal range: G2–E4.
Stagehands
Two performers who will serve as onstage stagehands throughout the show. The stagehands may sing in the large choral numbers, though singing experience is not necessary for these roles. Stagehands must have good stage presence and the ability to move well on stage. The stagehands will most likely play the roles of Snow White and Sleeping Beauty near the end of the show.
Cinderella
A young, earnest maiden who is constantly mistreated by her stepmother and stepsisters. Vocal range: G3–G5.
Jack
The feckless Giant killer who is “almost a man.” He is adventurous, naive, energetic, and bright-eyed. Vocal range: B2–G4.
Jack’s Mother
Browbeating and weary, Jack’s protective mother who is independent, bold, and strong-willed. Vocal range: Bb3–Gb5.
The Baker
A harried and insecure baker who is simple and loving, yet protective of his family. He wants his wife to be happy and is willing to do anything to ensure her happiness but refuses to let others fight his battles. Vocal range: Ab2–G4.
The Baker’s Wife
Determined and bright woman who wishes to be a mother. She leads a simple, yet satisfying life and is very low-maintenance yet proactive in her endeavors. Vocal range: F3–G5.
Cinderella’s Stepmother
The mean-spirited, demanding stepmother of Cinderella. Vocal range: A3–F#5.
Florinda
Cinderella’s stepsister who is black of heart. She follows in her mother’s footsteps of abusing Cinderella. Vocal range: C4–Ab5.
Lucinda
Cinderella’s stepsister who is black of heart. She follows in her mother’s footsteps of abusing Cinderella. Vocal range: C4–Ab5.
Little Red Ridinghood
A spoiled young girl who is strong-willed, quick-witted, fearless, yet youthful and naive. Vocal range: Bb3–F5.
Cinderella’s Father
A befuddled old man who is domineered by his wife and oblivious the mistreatment of his child.
The Witch
Sarcastic, ugly-then-gorgeous, obsessive protector of Rapunzel who is straightforward and aggressive. Vocal range: F3–G5.
Cinderella’s Mother/Granny/Giant Voiceover
Cinderella’s Mother: Deceased with her soul guarding and aiding her daughter from a tree. Granny: Little Red’s no-nonsense, vengeful grandmother. Giant Voiceover: the Giant’s wife is an angry and vengeful “monster.” She is seeking restitution for her loss. Vocal range: E4–F4.
Rapunzel
A loopy-but-lovely maiden who is sheltered by the Witch and terribly lonely. She yearns to experience the world. Vocal range: B3–A5.
Cinderella’s Prince/Wolf
Prince: Vain and gorgeous, he is a disloyal lover who is currently searching for the next new, exciting thing. Wolf: Hungry and insatiable hunter who takes advantage of the weak by misleading and captivating his prey. Vocal range: Bb2–Gb4 (Note: the Wolf may double for either prince or the Steward).
Rapunzel’s Prince/Wolf
Just as vain and gorgeous as his Prince brother, he is always chasing the newest, most exiting endeavor. Vocal range: Bb2–Gb4 (Note: the Wolf may double for either prince or the Steward).
The Steward/Wolf
Right-hand man to Cinderella’s Prince. Vocal range: Bb2–Gb4 (Note: the Wolf may double for either prince or the Steward).
All roles are available. No prior theatrical or ACT experience is required.
Roles are open to racially diverse and gender-inclusive casting for actors of all physical and neurological abilities. Our casting seeks to be as inclusive as possible and we invite gender nonconforming, genderqueer, transgender, and nonbinary actors to select the roles they most identify with.

Questions can be directed to the ACT Office at 814-943-4357 or act@altoonacommunitytheatre.com.

Artistic Committee Play Reading
2023-12-16 14:00 - 17:00 | ACT Rehearsal Hall, 1213 12th St, Altoona, PA, 16601, United States
Join the Artistic Committee to help them consider shows for next season.
Selected scenes from four shows will be read and the floor will be open for discussion. Light refreshments will be provided.

Reverse Raffle
2024-01-05 19:30 - 21:30 | Virtual, PA, United States
Only 200 tickets will be sold with a chance to win $250 , $500, or a grand prize of $1000
Plus! Second Chance Drawings and Gift Card Drawings throughout the night!
Virtual Raffle Party
Friday, January 5, 2024 at 7:30 pm

You’ll be on the edge of your seat hoping that your name is NOT the next one called, because once your name is called – you’re out! Cross your fingers and hope that yours is the last name called and the winner of the $1000 cash prize.
You’ll receive your email invitation to the exclusive and virtual drawing party after you’ve purchased your raffle tickets. Make sure to get your tickets early so that you can choose your lucky number!
It’s sure to be fast-paced and entertaining!
Raffle tickets with a chance to win $1000 make great holiday gifts for those
hard-to-buy-for people on your list!
$50 per ticket.
Tickets on sale now!
Prefer to purchase your ticket over the phone? Call 814-943-4357

Angel Street (Gaslight)
2024-02-15 19:30 - 22:00, 2024-02-16 19:30 - 22:00, 2024-02-17 19:30 - 22:00, 2024-02-18 14:00 - 16:00 | The Historic Mishler Theatre, 1208 12th Ave, Altoona, PA, 16601, United States
Angel Street (Gaslight)
by Patrick Hamilton
Directed by Matt Michrina
February 15, 16, & 17 at 7:30 PM
& February 18 at 2:00 PM
Mystery and madness loom in the air in this classic Victorian thriller. Strange things have been happening in the Manningham household: items go missing, their dog is injured, and Mrs. Manningham hears footsteps coming from the locked, uninhabited top floor. She fears that she is going mad–that is certainly what Mr. Manningham believes. But when Detective Rough arrives one night to visit Mrs. Manningham while she is alone, questions arise and secrets are revealed.
First performed in 1939, this play is relevant today since it is the origin of the term “gaslighting” which Merriam-Webster named their “word of the year” for 2022.

Recommended for mature audiences. This show contains scenes of domestic violence that may be sensitive for some viewers.
Please call the ACT Office at 814-943-4357 if you have any questions about show content.
Approximate run time for the performance is two and a half hours, including one 15 minute intermission.

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Proudly Partnering with

Family Services Incorported will be collecting donations at all performances of “Angel Street (Gaslight)”. Please consider bringing cash for a contribution.
Family Services Incorporated provides many services to Blair County PA, including:

Offering shelter services and specialized housing.
Targeting prevention of abuse and victimization.
Empowering those dealing with the results of abuse and victimization.
Assisting victims of trauma from events or relationships in their lives.
Meeting the Needs of Our Community through self determination and the use of guiding principals, we provide personalized support to individuals with intellectual disabilities

Learn more or contact Family Services Incorporated:
www.familyservicesinc.net
2022 Broad Ave, Altoona, PA 16601
(814) 944-3583
Call or text the Victim Services Helpline at 814-944-3585.

Membership Meeting
2024-02-23 19:00 - 21:00 | ACT Rehearsal Hall, 1213 12th St, Altoona, PA, 16601, United States
Friday, February 23 at 7 pm
ACT Rehearsal Hall
1213 12th St, Downtown Altoona

General Membership Meeting Agenda
– Vote on proposed slate for 2024-2025
– Elect new Artistic Committee members

Join as Member or to Renew Your Membership:
https://altoonacommunitytheatre.com/membership/

Your dues must be up-to-date in order to vote.

Artistic Committee’s proposed slate of shows:

September
Primary – Chicago
Alternate – Sweet Charity
November
Primary – A Dickens Christmas Carol – A Traveling Travesty in Two Tumultuous Acts
Alternate – Boeing Boeing
February
Primary – Much Ado about Nothing
Alternate – Twelfth Night
May
Primary – Mary Poppins
Alternate – Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella

Four Artistic Committee members are at the end of their terms and we will be voting on their replacements for new two-year terms. Thank you to Allyssa Piper, Laura Letsche, Katie Kensinger, and Matt Michrina for their dedication & time. If you would like to put your name, or someone else’s name, on the ballot for a new two-year term, please send us an email! Nominations for the ballot will also be accepted from the floor. Each nominee will be given a couple of minutes to address the membership and share why they’d like to be on the Artist Committee.
If you are submitting someone else’s name for the ballot – check with them first and CC them on the email, please. Being on the Artistic Committee is a lot of fun, but it does require a larger time committment, both in meetings and in reading or watching or listening to shows.

Pinkalicious (Family Theatre at the Mishler)
2024-02-25 15:00 - 16:30 | The Historic Mishler Theatre, 1208 12th Ave, Altoona, PA, 16601, United States
Altoona Community Theatre Presents
PINKALICIOUS the Musical
As part of the Blair County Arts Foundation’s Family Theatre at the Mishler Series
Book by Elizabeth Kann & Victoria Kann
Music by John Gregor
Lyrics by John Gregor, Elizabeth Kann, & Victoria Kann
Based on the book “Pinkalicious” by Victoria Kann & Elizabeth Kann
February 25, 2024 at 3 PM in the Historic Mishler Theatre
Pinkalicious can’t stop eating pink cupcakes despite warnings from her parents. Her pink indulgence lands her at the doctor’s office with Pinkititis, an affliction that turns her pink from head to toe – a dream come true for this pink loving enthusiast. But when her hue goes too far, only Pinkalicious can figure out a way to get out of this predicament.

The Villains and the Mystery of the Stolen Curse (Thursday)
2024-03-14 17:30 - 21:00 | US Hotel, 401 S. Juniata Street, Hollidaysburg, PA, 16648, United States
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The Villains and the Mystery of the Stolen Curse (Friday)
2024-03-15 17:30 - 21:00 | US Hotel, 401 S. Juniata Street, Hollidaysburg, PA, 16648, United States

Into the Woods
2024-05-02 19:30 - 22:00, 2024-05-03 19:30 - 22:00, 2024-05-04 19:30 - 22:00 | The Historic Mishler Theatre, 1208 12th Ave, Altoona, PA, 16601, United States
Into the Woods
Music & Lyrics by STEPHEN SONDHEIM
Book by JAMES LAPINE
Directed by Jonathan O’Harrow
May 2, 3, & 4 at 7:30 PM
& May 5 at 2:00 PM
This haunting and humorous musical is a mash-up, fractured fairy tale that includes Cinderella, Rapunzel, Little Red Riding Hood, Jack (of beanstalk fame) along with a pair of handsome but shallow Princes. When all their stories, and the stories of other fairy tale characters, lead into the woods and become intertwined, dreams come true, and wishes are granted. But “happily ever after” eludes them as they learn the tangled consequences of getting what you wished for.
Winner of multiple Tony Awards including Best Musical (1988) and Best Revival of a Musical (2002), it was made into a hit movie in 2014 starring Meryl Streep as the witch.

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The show runs approximately 2 hours and 50 minutes, including a 15 minute intermission. Theatrical haze and occasional flashing lights will be used.
Spiritz Lounge & the Mishler Box Office open one hour prior to show time. House opens 30 minutes prior to show time.
