Thor’s Hammer Opens Friday – Thor’s Hammer, a socio-political exhibit inspired by and based on Marvel Comics imagery, features works by sculptor John Magnan and opens at the Marion Art Center on Friday, February 21 with an evening reception from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. Magnan will give an artist’s presentation at the MAC on Thursday, February 27 beginning at 6:00 pm. All events are free and open to the public. The show also includes pieces by André Olivier and Sarah Swible and runs through March 28, 2020. Find out more at: marionartcenter.org.
The Fox on the Fairway coming to the MAC Stage – The Marion Art Center is pleased to present its first Theater production of the year, Ken Ludwig’s The Fox on the Fairway, directed by Stephanie LeBlanc.
A tribute from playwright Ken Ludwig (Be My Baby) to the great English farces of the 1930s and 1940s, The Fox on the Fairwaytakes audiences on a hilarious romp, which pulls the rug out from underneath the stuffy denizens of a private country club. Filled with mistaken identities, slamming doors, and over-the-top romantic shenanigans, it’s a furiously paced comedy that recalls the Marx Brothers’ classics. A charmingly madcap adventure about love, life, and man’s eternal love affair with… golf.
The cast includes Ricardo Aguiar, Alane Carbone, Stephanie Lawrence, Ashley E. Payne, Chris Podrecca, and Ian Vincent. Performances are scheduled Friday, March 13 through Sunday, March 15 and Thursday, March 19 through Sunday, March 22. Thursday, Friday, and Saturday performances will begin at 7:30 pm, while Sunday matinees will begin at 2:00 pm. Tickets are on sale now in person or by phone to MAC members for $18 each. Tickets will be available online and to nonmembers ($20) beginning February 21. There are a limited number of cabaret tables (seating for four) available. Advanced purchases are strongly recommended.
Auditions at the MAC – The Marion Art Center has announced open auditions for all roles in the upcoming production of Native Gardens by Karen Zacarías. Auditions will be held on Saturday, February 29, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm and Sunday, March 1, from 1:00 to 3:00 pm at the Marion Art Center, 80 Pleasant Street, Marion, MA.
Pablo, a high-powered lawyer, and doctoral candidate Tania, his very pregnant wife, are realizing the American dream when they purchase a house next door to community stalwarts Virginia and Frank. But a disagreement over a long-standing fence line soon spirals into an all-out war of taste, class, privilege, and entitlement. The hilarious results guarantee no one comes out smelling like a rose.
Director Kate Fishman will be casting the following roles: Pablo, a Latino in his late 20s-early 30s; Tania, a Latina in her late 20s-early 30s; Virginia, female – 50s and up; Frank, male – 50s and up. Actors appearance should read as indicated. There are also four adult non-speaking roles – a great opportunity for anyone who is interested in joining the theater but might be nervous about how to start. Auditions will consist of a cold reading from the script. No prior acting experience is necessary; both accomplished and aspiring actors are encouraged to audition. Participants can expect 2-3 rehearsals a week during March, April, and May. Rehearsal scheduling will be flexible and take actors’ needs into consideration. For more information, call the Marion Art Center at 508-748-1266, or email marionartcenter@verizon.net or MACTheater1957@gmail.com. You will also find information by visiting our website at www.marionartcenter.org.