The Theatre Company Plans a Renaissance with “Something Rotten”
Unveiling an Outrageous Musical Comedy
In the heart of the city on August 26th, a charming musical announcement was made that stirred the arts community. The Theatre Company (TTC), known for their dedication to high-quality family-friendly productions, announced their upcoming play, “Something Rotten” – an outrageous, crowd-pleasing musical farce set to reshape the theatre horizon. Created by Grammy Award-winning songwriter Wayne Kirkpatrick, and screenwriters, Karey Kirkpatrick, and John O’Farrell, the hilarious play promises an exciting journey back to the Renaissance.
The plot revolves around brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom, stuck in the epoch dominated by “the Bard”, desperately aiming for a breakthrough in play writing. A local soothsayer prophecies the future of theatre, involving a tantalizing mix of singing, dancing, and acting all concurrently – a visionary revelation that steers the Bottom brothers to pen down the world’s first-ever musical.
Delightful Pastiche of Broadway Traditions
Such a vivid, comedic storyline makes “Something Rotten” a pastiche of Broadway traditions, brimming with big song and dance numbers. Along with its quirky character ensemble, it truly embodies the modern-day adage that “nothing’s as amazing as a musical”. The play received multiple Best Musical nominations and accolades as interpreted by Time Out New York, hailing it as “the funniest musical comedy in at least 400 years.”
Audition Details Revealed
With high expectations for this production, The Theatre Company (TTC) laid out the audition details. Interested individuals will have their auditions scheduled on Monday, August 26, 2024, at The Theatre Company in Bryan, starting at 6 pm. Follow-up callbacks are planned on Tuesday, August 27 at 6pm. Anyone who is unable to attend the auditions at the scheduled times is encouraged to make alternate arrangements through adrienne@theatrecompany.com.
Performance Schedule
Mark the calendars for performance days! The grandeur musical comedy, “Something Rotten”, is slated to take the stage by storm, running from Friday to Sunday between October 4 and October 20, 2024.
About The Theatre Company (TTC)
The Theatre Company (TTC) of Bryan-College Station is a beloved community theatre performance group known for their dedication to presenting high quality productions suitable for audiences of all ages. They aim to make theatre accessible to everyone by offering affordable prices. Till date they have an impressive number of 66 production credits, with 48 casting calls and one review.
The vibrant theatre community of Central Texas eagerly anticipates this show as The Theatre Company continues to infuse their passion for theatre into their performances. This time, it is bound to transport the audiences back in time, ensuring a mesmerizing Renaissance of theatre!
This exciting event not only provides a platform for brilliant comedic performance but also fortifies the culture of live theatre. Aspiring performers and theatre enthusiasts alike are encouraged to join the auditions and be part of this theatrical revolution!
