Auditions: Steel Magnolias
The Marion Art Center has announced open auditions for all roles in the upcoming production of Steel Magnolias, written by Robert Harling and directed by Jennifer Palmer. Auditions will be held on Thurs., 8/5, 6:00-8:00pm and Sat., 8/8 from 11:00am-1:00pm at the Marion Art Center, 80 Pleasant Street, Marion, MA. Due to the large cast and to adhere to COVID restrictions, policies, and safety, only fully vaccinated actors will be considered for roles in this production.
To view the cast of characters and audition requirements, visit marionartcenter.org/events. Email play director Jennifer Palmer with any questions at jengpalmer@msn.com.
Summer Members’ Show
The Marion Art Center is pleased to announce its upcoming Summer Members’ Show. Any current MAC member may enter up to two pieces for exhibit. Artists must schedule a time for drop off on Tuesday, August 3 between 10am-5pm. All art must be original (of the artist’s own design and creation), must not have been previously shown at the MAC, and must be properly prepared for installation. The Marion Art Center will not exhibit works that are in poor condition (including frame). Show dates are 8/6 through 9/3, with an opening reception on Friday, August 6 from 5:00-7:00pm.
To exhibit, visit marionartcenter. org/on-exhibit to download the contract, submit images and the signed contract, and request an appointment through the easy-to-use online form. Alternatively, MAC member artists may request a contract and/or send all required documents by emailing info@ marionartcenter.org with “Summer Members’ Show” in the subject line. Not yet a member? It’s easy to join online at marionartcenter.org/join!
Presenting Cedar Beach
The MAC Theater presents its second play of the 2021 season, Cedar Beach, written by local playwright Mark Howland and and directed by John Heavey.
Cedar Beach is about family and a family-owned property. Spanning several generations that covers fifty years, the play attempts to chronicle the history of a vacation home and the vicissitudes of the people who inhabit it.
This is the MAC’s third outdoor live theater event that will take place in Bicentennial Park, Marion, across the street from the MAC. Six show dates are scheduled August 21-22, 26-29. Thursday, Friday and Saturday productions will begin at 5:00pm, while Sunday matinees will begin at 2:00pm. (Times are subject to change before opening week of the show.) Guests should bring their own chairs. Tickets go on sale to MAC members ($18) in person or by phone starting Thursday, July 22. Tickets go on sale online and to nonmembers ($20) starting Thursday, July 29 at marionartcenter.org/events.
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