Port City Players (PCP) and Brunswick Little Theatre (BLT) proudly announce PCP's Brunswick County debut with Best of Ten-Minute Miscellany, a showcase of original short plays by local writers. 
 

3 Shows Only!

November 8-10, 2024

Port City Playwrights (PCP) and Brunswick Little Theatre (BLT) proudly announce PCP’s Brunswick County debut with Best of Ten-Minute Miscellany, a showcase of original short plays by local writers. The show’s ten plays were selected from the past three years of PCP’s signature production, Ten-Minute Miscellany, which has played to sold-out audiences at Thalian Hall’s Stein Theatre since its launch in 2020.

What Are Ten-Minute Plays?
The ten-minute play format is a nationwide favorite, and for good reason. In the time it typically takes to watch a single play, ten-minute shows offer the chance to experience multiple works across a variety of genres. Whether it’s comedy, drama, or something in between, Best of Ten-Minute Miscellany offers something for everyone. The production features scripts by ten different writers, helmed by seven different directors, and performed by a cast of twenty. The fast-paced, eclectic lineup promises a unique and entertaining theatrical experience.

About the Plays
Each of the ten plays drops the audience into a single moment in time. What happens when...

• Your in-law behaves like an animal, literally? (Dog-in-Law by Kelly Daugherty)
• A meeting between an estranged father and son reveals a common bond—one they wish they didn’t share? (The Reunion by Marie Marrinan)
• A fancy date night dinner goes very, very wrong? (Disclosure by Don Wood)
• Lack of affordable housing leads a desperate woman to make an outrageous proposition? (One-Cat Limit by Elizabeth Thuy Gordon) 
• A married couple’s encounter with the statue of David arouses more than expected? (Angel Michael by Richard M. Trask)
• You’re desperate to make peace with your father, but time is running out? (The Keys of Life by LeeMehler)
• Ex-spouses are forced to share close quarters on a mission to Mars? (Over the Moon by Lee Ewing)
• A long-held secret threatens to upend the lives of three women?  (A Beautiful Lie by Drina Connors Kay)
• Mystery culprits shamelessly flout the HOA rules? (Shady Butt HOA by Patrick Raynor)
• A couple in 1918 spar over the nature of art, love, and reality? (Paramour by Rose-Mary Harrington)

About Port City Playwrights
Port City Playwrights is a non-profit community of scriptwriters based in southeastern North Carolina. PCP supports writers at all levels, from beginners to professionals, offering critiques, craft discussions, and opportunities to see their work performed on stage and screen. Meetings are open to the public, and anyone with an interest in scriptwriting is welcome to attend.
Contact: Elizabeth Thuy Gordon, Port City Playwrights, 978-855-8893, gopcpp@gmail.com

 

 

Board Members Wanted

Do you love theater as much as we do?

Do you have specific skills that you would love to put to use for a worthy organization?

Do you like rolling up your sleeves and making things happen?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, you may be just the type of person we are looking for to serve on the Brunswick Little Theatre Board of Directors. 

Brunswick Little Theatre was founded in 1983 with the mission of providing quality theater to the Brunswick County Region.  We are and always have been a 100% volunteer run 501 (c) (3) organization.  Since the beginning, we have continuously offered multiple sold-out productions each year.  We've also sponsored very active educational and performance programs for both children and young adults.

Due to anticipated term expirations, we are currently seeking 2 passionate individuals to join our board of directors starting in January of 2025.  The term for each board member is three years, with the option of extending beyond the three-year period.  Board members are expected to attend monthly meetings, serve on committees, and assume ownership of one or more areas that help the theater operate.  In addition to board-related responsibilities there are always opportunities to participate as actors, directors, set and lighting designers and work Front of House in our many productions.  We have a very active, welcoming, and collaborative board.  Board positions are an ideal fit for people that love a challenge, are creative and are willing to proactively make things happen.

Currently we are looking for people with a willingness to get involved in the following areas to serve on our board:

• Theater backstage electrical, lighting & sound design and programming
• Theater production
• Computer and Web experience particularly in the areas of website maintenance, Constant Contact, Facebook, and other social media platforms
• Fundraising
• Set design and build
• Hospitality and Front of House

 

Application Process

If you are interested in applying for one of our open board positions please drop us an email with your name, contact information and a brief list of areas of expertise.  Please put “Board of Directors” in the subject line.

melissa@brunswicklittletheatre.com

Once we receive your email, we will provide you with an application form to complete which will allow you to provide us with more specific information about your background, experience, and interests.  Applications will be reviewed, and interviews will be scheduled with the Board of Directors executive committee through the late fall of 2024 with final nominations presented to the Board of Directors in December.

Upcoming Auditions

Brunswick Little Theatre Announces Auditions For TWO Plays!  One in December 2024 (Comedy) and one in February 2025 (Musical)
 

The Night Before the Night Before Christmas
By Cricket Daniel
Directed by Cathryn Collopy O’Donnell. Assistant Director Victor Gallo.
Show dates: 2024, December 6, 7, 8, 13, 14, 15, 20, 21, 22.

 

ALL ROLES ARE OPEN.
Questions? victorgallo@brunswicklittletheatre.com
Audition Dates/Location (no appointment required)

Brunswick Little Theatre (BLT)                                                                                                                                         

8068 River Road SE, Southport, NC 28461

 Sunday, October 20 from 11am-1pm
 Monday, October 21 from 7-9pm
 Call back (if needed): Tuesday October 22 at 7pm

The script and audition forms can be found at this link:
Script & Audition Forms

 

Synopsis/Characters:
Lou has wrestled with a big ball of tangled Christmas lights for the last time! He is grabbing the sunblock, his Elvis in Paradise album and his wife Carol, and hopping on the Pineapple Express to Hawaii! Escaping New Jersey, the freezing cold, his nutty family and most of all, The Holidays, is exactly what Lou plans to do. However, a freak snowstorm leaves the couple stranded in the airport and their dream of sipping Pina Coladas on the beach is in peril. Will a couple of unexpected characters help restore Lou’s Christmas Spirit in the St. Nick of time?
         
Lou (50’s-60’s) Husband and father who is losing his heretofore indomitable Christmas spirit.

Carol (50’s-60’s) Lou’s fun-loving wife.

Pia (30’s-40’s) Their daughter.

Mona (50’s) Lou’s kooky younger sister.

Rudy (any age, male or female) Festive and adorable airline gate attendant.

Nick (any age) Bartender/Santa at airline lounge

 

 

The Kids Left. The Dog Died. Now What?

A musical comedy review that presents through sketches and songs the challenges and opportunities of those who are dealing with technology, progress, knees, gravity, online dating, broken relationships, loss, love, and CHANGE.
Directed by Debbie Skillman

 

Cast : Equal number of men and women ages 45 and UP! The number of actors in the cast can range from 4 to 10

 

Show dates: February (2025) 6-9, 14-16 &  21- 23
Auditions will consist of reading from the script, singing an unaccompanied song excerpt of your choosing, learning and demonstrating a movement combination.

 

Auditions will be held at the theatre in the Ryan Tewell Studio 8068 River Road on

Sunday, October 27 from 2:00- 4:00 PM, and

Tuesday, October 29 from 6:30-8:30 PM.

For questions or additional information contact Debbie Skillman, debbieskillman@brunswicklittletheatre.com, or call
910-470-5652.