Master Class

By Terrance McNally

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Directed by Al Recchia

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When:Mon. Nov. 10th and Tue. Nov. 11th from 7:00-9:00 pm

Where: The Wilton Playshop, 15 Lovers Lane, Wilton

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What: For those interested in the roles of Sophie, Tony, or Sharon, please be prepared to sing an excerpt from the song their character sings in the show. 

 

Rehearsals: Rehearsals are generally Mondays–Thursdays in the evening (6:30-9pm). Read through will be the week of Nov 17th, with regular rehearsals starting Dec.1

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Show Dates:

Feb. 13th & Feb. 14th at 7:30pm, Feb.15th at 2pm

Feb. 20th & 21st at 7:30pm and Feb. 22nd at 2pm

Feb 27th & 28th at 7:30pm​

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Character Descriptions:

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Maria Callas - (35 - 65) A hugely successful world class opera diva, who, following her operatic career, has come to Julliard to teach opera students. She is glamorous, intelligent, and has a commanding stage presence. She is fiercely dedicated to teaching her students about commitment to the demanding discipline of the art. She does not mince words. She has a dry and sometimes piercing sense of humor. She is frequently misjudged by an outward persona that belies the sensitive and vulnerable woman who lives within her. Requires strong acting and the ability to speak stage English with a tinge of a Greek / Mediterranean accent. Must have excellent foreign language skills, especially Italian and some French. 

 

Sophie DePalma - (20 - 30) Must be a strong operatic soprano and actress. She thinks of herself as fiery but is soon overwhelmed and intimidated by Maria's criticism. Must be able to sing “Oh! se tuna volta sola… Ah, non credea mirarti”, from La Sonnambula by Vincenzo Bellini. Vocal Range: E4-Ab5.

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Anthony "Tony" Candolino - (25 - 35) Attractive and flirtatious; confident verging on cocky. Possesses openness and courage, naive about the preparation necessary to be an opera singer. Serious about becoming an artist. He's a good listener. Must be able to sing “Recondita armonia”, from Tosca by Puccini. Vocal Range: F3-Bb4.

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Sharon Graham - (20 –30) Must be a strong operatic soprano and actress. Sensitive, but courageous; not afraid to ask questions: works very hard. She is feisty enough to stand up and talk back to Callas. Must be able to sing "Nel di della vittoria... Vieni! t'affretta!”, from Macbeth by Verdi. Vocal Range: B3-C6

 

Stagehand - (20+) A dedicated theater stagehand. Practical and matter of fact. Often provides comedic beats. This is a non-singing role. 

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Manny Weinstock - (Maria's Accompanist) – This role has been cast.  

 

Master Class is presented by special arrangement with Broadway Licensing, LLC, servicing the Dramatists Play Service collection. (www.dramatists.com)