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Mar 14, 15, 16, 21, 22, 23 at 7:30pm
Mar 17, 24 at 2:00pm
In the Studio Theater

Written by Jon Robin Baitz
Directed by Parker Anderson

Brooke Wyeth returns home to Palm Springs after a six-year absence to celebrate Christmas with her parents, her brother, and her aunt. Brooke announces that she is about to publish a memoir dredging up a pivotal and tragic event in the family’s history—a wound they don’t want reopened. In effect, she draws a line in the sand and dares them all to cross it. “Astutely drawn…juicy and surprising.” —NY Daily News. “Power, passion, and superbly crafted palaver stippled with blow darts of wit—this is what Baitz does best.” —NY Magazine.

This show contains content and language which may not be suitable for all ages.

Sherlock Holmes: Final Adventure

Mar 21, 22, 23, 28, 29, 30 at 7:30pm
Mar 24 at 2:00pm
In the PCA Cabaret

Written by Steven Dietz
Directed by Layla Tenney

The world’s greatest detective has seemingly reached the end of his remarkable career when a case presents itself that is too tempting to ignore. With his trusted companion, Doctor Watson, at his side, Sherlock Holmes pursues first the case, and then the affections of Miss Adler—and in doing so, marches right into the lair of his longtime adversary. In this spirited, fast-moving and thoroughly theatrical adaptation, Steven Dietz presents Holmes at the height of his powers—surrounded by all the elements that fans of his exploits have come to expect: danger, intrigue, wit, humor and surprise. “The game is afoot, Watson—and it is a dangerous one!" Winner of the 2007 Edgar Award for Best Mystery Play.

Contains content that may not be suitable for all ages

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Sponsor the Atrium Mobile

Have you seen the mobile created by artist Paul Landis in the Studio Building atrium? Did you realize you can be an arts benefactor by sponsoring and naming this unique piece of art AND receive the 1/3 scale model for display in your home or business? (Pictured left with Paul Landis)

Click the link below to find out how you can support PCA and the visual arts on our campus!

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Audition: The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas

March 18 & 19
6:00-9:00 PM

Directed by Jody Drake

MULTIPURPOSE ROOM
Downstairs in the new studio building, come down through the elevator or around the back parking lot.

AUDITION INFO

ROLES:

Mona Stangley – Female Lead. Alto. Any age to play. Madam of the house.

Sheriff Ed Earl Dodd – Male Lead. Baritone. Any age to play. Has had a long-standing relationship with the Chicken Ranch and Miss Mona.

Melvin P. Thorpe – Male Lead. Baritone. The media “watchdog” who brings trouble to the Chicken Ranch.

Angel – Female Supporting. Mezzo-Soprano. Any age to play 25. Presents herself as an experienced working girl.

Shy – Female Supporting. Mezzo-Soprano. Any age to play 16–25. Young, inexperienced, running away from something.

Jewel – Female Supporting. Mezzo-Soprano. Any age to play 30 – 45. Housekeeper of the Chicken Ranch and MissMona’s right hand. Sings a show-stopping featured number.

Doatsy Mae – Female Featured. Alto. Any age to play 25 – 40. Sweet, shy, plain waitress. Sings a featured number.

Governor – Male Featured. Baritone/Bass. Any age to play age 50 – 60. Must be able to dance a little. Texasgovernor who orders the closure of the Chicken Ranch.

Linda Lou, Dawn, Ginger, Beatrice, Taddy Jo, Ruby Rae, Eloise, Durla -- Girls who work for Miss Mona. Eight(8) female dancer/singers. All different looks. Any age to play 18 – 30. Must sing and dance.

Aggies – Eight (8) male singers/dancers who look like they could be athletes, can be on stage with their shirts off and can move/dance a little.

Band Leader – Male. Featured. Does not need to play an instrument but should sing.

Ensemble – looking for male and female ensemble members to play many different roles. Must be able to sing and move a little.

6:00 PM Male and Female dancers and singers for all featured and ensemble roles. Be prepared to dance first.
7:00 PM Principal performers for the roles of Miss Mona, Sheriff, Melvin P. Thorpe, Jewel, Governor. Will sing first.

Please bring an audition song from any Broadway musical. You will also be taught a vocal selection from the show. Accompanist will be provided. Bring a picture/resume (if you have one). Callbacks TBD.

ABOUT THE SHOW

This happy-go-lucky view of small-town vice and statewide political side-stepping recounts the good times and the demise of the Chicken Ranch, known since the 1850s as one of the better pleasure palaces in all of Texas. Governors, senators, mayors, and even victorious college football teams frequent Miss Mona’s cozy bordello, until that Puritan nemesis Watchdog focuses his television cameras and his righteous indignation on the institution.

“A font of fun and friendliness, engagingly rich in regional nostalgia and spiced with delicate bawdry. The country and western score is a delight.” – Time

Appropriate for audiences aged 16 and up; strong language and adult situations.

PERFORMANCES

7:30pm   |   Thursday, Friday, Saturday evenings   |   May 16, 17, 18, 23, 24, 25, 30, 31, Jun 1

2:00pm   |   Sundays   |   May 19, 26, June 2

More info and online audition form on the auditions page!

New Works Festival

A festival featuring 5 brand new plays, submitted by local playwrights, presented as readers theaters. This festival highlights new scripts, playwrights, directors, and actors. Snag a pass to the entire festival to see every show and get a discount with our New Works Festival flex pass.

This year, the line up will also be showcasing our winner from last year's Festival.

Keep an eye on this spot or the New Works Festival page linked below for more info on this year's festival line up!

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Summer Youth Programming 2023

Creative Learning in all areas of the Arts!

We have something for all ages at Suze's PCA, and our summer programming is no exception!

Suze’s PCA believes that all youth should have equitable access to quality arts experiences, which was one of the major drivers of our campus expansion. Now that the new facilities are open, we are poised to fully meet the Suze’s PCA mission as a full-service arts center by providing youth arts experiences in theater, and ceramics.

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