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ANNOUNCING OUR 2024 SEASON!

We are so excited to announce our 2024 season. Mark your calendars and get ready to enjoy!

A RAISIN IN THE SUN - February 15-25

BEST LITTLE WHOREHOUSE IN TEXAS - April 18-28

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST - July 11-28

FRANKENSTEIN - October 10-20

ALL IS CALM - December 5-15

Go to www.actgonzales.org for up-to-date information on auditions and tickets.

ON DECK

Next up on our stage is SWEAT, showing October 5 - October 15. Meet the cast . This thought-provoking play takes place in the year 2000 as a group of friends who work at the steel mill discover their lives are about to be uprooted. This poignant play delves into the issues of today: the economy, immigration, race-relations in America, and politics. It never tells us who's right or who’s wrong, but always shows us who’s human.

AUDITIONS: A CAJUN CHRISTMAS CAROL

Auditions are October 9 and 10 from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Sign up here for your opportunity to participate in this timeless classic which has been given a Cajun flavor, reimagined in the newly-growing town of Gonzales. Performance dates are December 7, 8 and 9. Purchase tickets here and have fun watching Scrooge as he visits the townspeople he has exploited and squeezed for his massive wealth.

BOUQUETS

Bouquets to Mary Pittman who was recently inducted into the Theatre Baton Rouge Hall of Fame after 47 years of volunteer service. We are so happy that Mary has included Ascension Community Theatre in her volunteer efforts as actress, stage manager, stage crew and a member of our Marketing Committee. She’s also responsible for the creation and editing of this newsletter. Thank you, Mary!

FALL WORKSHOP

ACT is pleased to announce our Scene Work and Reading Workshop, instructed by William Dellinger, Artistic Director of ACT. Learn to read, analyze and perform some of the most famous monologues in the world of theater. This opportunity is free to the community and perfect for both experienced actors and beginners. Sessions are October 23 through November 1 6 every Monday and Thursday from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Register here by October 22 to become a part of this exciting workshop!

DOLLARS AND SENSE

Everyone always likes a bargain and ACT can help you with that! Renewal for your season seats begins October 1 and Early Bird season ticket and special package purchases begin November 1. Savings include the Triple Threat package (Raisin in the Sun, Beauty and the Beast, Frankenstein) and the Add Plus Two package (Best Little Whorehouse in Texas, All is Calm). Questions? Call the box office at 225-647-1230.

SUGGESTION BOX

Do you have an idea for us? is there something you'd like to know about the theater, audition process, how to volunteer or just plain get involved? We welcome your feedback and suggestions for the newsletter too! Contact mary@actgonzales.org with your ideas and comments.