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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif">FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE</span></b></p><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif">

</span><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif">October 5, 2015</span></p><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif">

</span><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif">Contact Joshua Erichsen</span></p><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif">

</span><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif">330-453-7619</span></p><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif">

</span><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif"><br></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif">The Players Guild Theatre Announces Auditions for the 33^rd
Annual Production of “A CHRISTMAS CAROL; The New Musical”</span></b></p><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif">

</span><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif"><br></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif">CANTON, OH -The magic returns! The Players Guild Theatre
welcomes the exciting return of “A Christmas Carol: The New Musical” - The
original musical adaptation from creators Steve Parsons and John Popa. This
lively musical tells the ghostly story of Ebenezer Scrooge and the emotional
journey towards his redemption, told through soul stirring melodies and a
soaring score. We are now casting for Canton's most beloved holiday tradition.
Be a part of the magic this holiday season.</span></p><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif">

</span><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif"><br></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif">The Players Guild Production team for A CHRISTMAS CAROL; The
New Musical includes:</span></p><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif">

</span><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif">Joshua Erichsen, Producing Artistic Director</span></p><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif">

</span><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif">Michael Lawrence Akers, Director/Choreographer</span></p><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif">

</span><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif">Steve Parsons, Music Director</span></p><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif">

</span><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10pt;line-height:115%"><br></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10pt;line-height:115%">Auditions
will be held at the Players Guild Theatre located in the Cultural Center for
the Arts, 1001 Market Ave N., on Monday, October 19 and Tuesday, October 20
from 7:00 – 9:30 PM.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes">  </span>Non-traditional
casting will be considered for all roles.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> 
</span>Interested parties should sign up for a time slot by filling out the
available online form at </span><a href="http://www.playersguildtheatre.com"><span style="font-size:10pt;line-height:115%">www.playersguildtheatre.com</span></a><span style="font-size:10pt;line-height:115%"> Walk-ins
are permitted and will be accommodated with the first available time slot.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes">  </span>Those auditioning are asked to please prepare</span>
<span style="font-size:10pt;line-height:115%">32 bars of a
musical theatre song that best features their vocal ability, as well as bring
sheet music in the correct key; an accompanist will be provided.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes">  </span>Additionally, actors are asked to bring a
current headshot and resume (if available) with them to their audition.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes">  </span>Complete audition information, along with a
list and description of the roles available, can be found at <a href="http://www.playersguildtheatre.com">www.playersguildtheatre.com</a></span></span></p><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif">

</span><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10pt;line-height:115%"><br></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10pt;line-height:115%">Callbacks
are scheduled to be held on Wednesday, October 21 and rehearsals are scheduled
to begin on Sunday, October 25.</span></span></p><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif">

</span><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10pt;line-height:115%"><br></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10pt;line-height:115%">The
production is scheduled to open on Friday, December 4, 2015 and will run for three
weekends through Sunday, December 20, with Friday performances at 8:00pm,
Saturday performances at 2:00 PM AND 8:00 PM, and Sunday matinees at 2:00 PM.  <span style="mso-spacerun:yes"></span>Additionally, there are student matinee performances
scheduled for December 8, 9, 15 and 16 at 10:00 AM.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes">  </span><span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span></span></span></p><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif">

</span><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10pt;line-height:115%"><br></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10pt;line-height:115%">A
CHRISTMAS CAROL; THE NEW MUSICAL is generously supported by CSE Federal Credit
Union.</span></span></p><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif">

</span><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10pt;line-height:115%"><br></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10pt;line-height:115%">The
Players Guild Theatre receives support from these generous partners:<span style="mso-spacerun:yes">  </span>Arts In Stark, The Ohio Arts Council, The
Canton Repository, 89.7 WKSU and WHOF My101.7.</span></span></p><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif">

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