Come and enjoy the music of the very best Broadway composers as we present “A Broadway Journey”.
This review will combine songs of well-known shows with some lesser-known works in the Broadway musical canon. The performances will blend narrative moments with beautiful musical renditions and mix heartfelt selections with comedic interludes.
for West Allis Players’ production of:
The Odd Couple
by Neil Simon; Directed by: Ralph Frattua
Audition Dates:
August 12 & 13, 6:30 pm
Liberace Auditorium
West Milwaukee Intermediate School
51st and Greenfield
(Take National Ave. east to 52nd Street. Turn right. Parking lot is on the left a few hundred feed down 52nd Street. Enter doors and follow building signage to the Auditorium.)
Looking for 8 actors. 6m/2f
We are looking for energetic actors who want to have fun while delving into classic characters and honing their craft. Hope to see you there! Preregistration is not needed! Photos may be taken during auditions.
Auditions will consist of reading from the script. The audition form can be found here.
Show Synopsis:
Felix Ungar, a neurotic, neat freak news writer, is thrown out by his wife, and moves in with his friend Oscar Madison, a slovenly sportswriter. Despite Oscar’s problems – careless spending, excessive gambling, a poorly kept house filled with spoiled food – he seems to enjoy life. Felix, however, seems utterly incapable of enjoying anything and only finds purpose in pointing out his own and other people’s mistakes and foibles. Even when he tries to do so in a gentle and constructive way, his corrections and suggestions prove extremely annoying to those around him, eventually breaking up the ritual weekly poker game with friends. Oscar, his closest friend, feels compelled to throw him out after only a brief time together, though he quickly realizes that Felix has had a positive effect on him.
Character Information:
Felix Ungar: A fastidious, hypochondriac news writer whose marriage is ending.
Oscar Madison: A slovenly, recently divorced sportswriter and Felix’s best friend.
Murray: A NYPD policeman, one of Felix’s and Oscar’s poker buddies.
Speed: One of the poker buddies. Gruff and sarcastic, often picking on Vinnie and Murray.
Vinnie: One of the poker buddies. Vinnie is mild-mannered and henpecked, making him an easy target for Speed’s verbal barbs.
Roy: One of the poker buddies. Oscar’s accountant. Roy has a dry wit but is less acerbic than Speed.
Cecily Pigeon: One of Felix and Oscar’s giggly upstairs neighbors, a pair of English sisters. Cecily is a divorcée.
Gwendolyn Pigeon: One of Felix and Oscar’s giggly upstairs neighbors, a pair of English sisters. Gwendolyn a widow.
Performance Dates:
Performances will be October 4 – 6 and 11 – 13 2024.
For more information contact us
at info@westallisplayers.org or directorlady@att.net
Due to the extreme heat predicted for Sunday, July 14, and lack of air conditioning at West Allis Central High School Auditorium, the West Allis Players are cancelling July 14th’s matinee performance of “Is Murder Tax-deductible?”
This is beyond our control and we deeply apologize for any inconvenience. We will be having performances July 12th and 13th and be back next weekend July 19 and 20 at 7:30 and at 2:00 pm July 21. Any tickets purchased for July 14 will be honored at any other performance.
Thank you for your understanding and for your continued support of The West Allis Players.
By: Katherine Beeson
Directed By: Katherine Beeson
Performance Location:
Central Auditorium
84th & Lincoln Ave.
West Allis
The Cliff Notes:
The show is set in spring of 1951. Brian Merring, the co-owner of the CPA firm, Dett and Merring, is supposedly found murdered in his office. Suspected of his murder are two disgruntled clients, an unhappy ex-wife, a sleazy landlord and a wise-cracking secretary. But his personal appointment book listed a mysterious late-night meeting – did his last visitor have a motive for murder?
The Cast List:
| Character Name | Actor Name |
| Phillip Bartholomew | David Jirik |
| Bella Matthews | Molly Dawn Dewayne |
| Brian Merring | Lance Odom |
| Nathaniel Dett | Scott Fudali |
| Carol Merring | Maureen Lavin |
| Officer Henry | Luis Castillo |
| Helen Coner | Marilyn Daleiden |
| Jane/Christine | Maria Bunczak Schmidt |
| Harry Perkins | Marty Graffenius |
| Melvin Temple | Randy Tranowski |
| Christopher (7/13) | Jon Goltz |
| Production Team | Team Member |
| Director | Katherine Beeson |
| Producers | Ray Nazer Katherine Beeson |
| Stage Manager | Jon Goltz |
| Set Designer | Scott Fudali |
| Set Construction | Scott Fudali & Cast/Crew |
| Lighting Designer | Lance Odom |
| Sound Designer | Scott Fudali |
| Lighting Technician | Mary Beth Topf |
| Sound Technician | Mary Beth Topf |
| Props Masters | Katherine Beeson |
| Box Office | Mike Jablonski |
| House Manager | Ray Nazer |
Ticket Information
Tickets can be purchased ahead of time by visiting our online ticket site here. *Note, this will open in a new tab.
Tickets can also be purchased at the door.
Adult: $18.00
Seniors: $16.00
Children (12 and under): $12.00
For any additional show questions, feel free to drop us a note at info@westallisplayers.org. See you at the show!
for West Allis Players’ production of:
Is Murder Tax Deductible?
by Katherine Beeson
We are so excited to present this vintage murder mystery/comedy for our summer show in 2024! This show is written and directed by Katherine Beeson. It was recently performed in Michigan, will be performed in Florida and a publisher in Oregon is considering publication; needless to say, Katherine is thrilled!!!
Audition Dates:
May 5 & 6, 6:30 pm
Central Auditorium
West Allis Central High School
85th and Lincoln Ave
Looking for 11 actors. 6m/5f
We are looking for energetic actors who want to have fun while delving into great characters and honing their craft. Hope to see you there! Preregistration is not needed! Photos may be taken.
Auditions will consist of reading from the script. The script can be downloaded from the link below if desired. A short explanation of the show will begin each audition night. (There will be no warm-up games.) Reading will include Helen and the Detective, Bella and Carol and the Detective and Harry Perkins
Show Synopsis:
The show is set in spring of 1951. Brian Merring, the co-owner of the CPA firm, Dett and Merring, is supposedly found murdered in his office. Suspected of his murder are two disgruntled clients, an unhappy ex-wife, a sleazy landlord and a wise-cracking secretary. But his personal appointment book listed a mysterious late-night meeting – did his last visitor have a motive for murder?
Character Information:
Brian Merring: 35+ accountant, lead role
Bella Matthews: 30+ Loyal company secretary, lead role
Detective Phillip Bartholemew: 45+, “Columboish” yet grizzly detective with an attitude, lead role
Carol Matthews: 35+ ex-wife with an agenda, supporting role
Harry Perkins: Any age; an “honest” businessman with shady background, supporting
Melvin Temple: Any age, disgruntled client with a dark side, supporting
Barry Silks: Any age, landlord of building, a bit slimy, supporting
Helen Conor: Any age, cleaning lady who does not miss much, supporting
Ben: Janitor – tiny role and may be eliminated
Jane: Another cleaning lady whose role may be expanded.
Another Secretary: Tiny but pivotal
Performances will be July 12 – 14 and 19 – 21 2024.
Script Download: Here
Audition Form: Here