Category: Announcements

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THE RIVERBEND PLAYERS 2025 SEASON LINEUP

MARCH:
AGATHA CHRISTIE’S THE MIRROR CARCK’D

In this classic Agatha Christie mystery, Miss Marple investigates the mysterious death of a woman at a glamorous party thrown by a famous film star. As the secrets of the village and the glamorous guests unravel, Miss Marple must figure out the motive behind the murder before the killer strikes again.

JUNE:
SORDID LIVES by Del Shores

In a small Texas town, a Southern family comes together after the matriarch’s accidental death. With eccentric characters, including a drag queen brother and a mother in denial, Sordid Lives explores the humorous and poignant ways people cope with love, loss, and family dysfunction.

LATE SEPTEMBER:
THE INVISIBLE MAN: A LIVE RADIO PLAY adapted by Michael Gene Sullivan

In this inventive adaptation of H.G. Wells’s sci-fi classic, a small cast brings the terrifying tale of an invisible scientist to life through a live radio broadcast. With clever sound effects and voice acting, the play recreates the thrilling story of a man who becomes invisible and descends into madness.

DECEMBER:
THE HOLIDAY CHANNEL CHRISTMAS MOVIE WONDERTHON
by Don Zolidis

This parody play hilariously spoofs the formulaic and heartwarming Christmas TV movies. Multiple holiday-themed romance plots unfold as quirky characters meet in a cozy inn, all set against a backdrop of festive chaos. It’s a rapid-fire, comedic take on holiday movie clichés with a tongue-in-cheek twist.

Tickets will go on sale in December, including, for the first time, the Riverbend Players Season Pass.

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‘THE GIRL ON THE TRAIN’ CONTINUES THIS WEEKEND AT THE NCRD PERFORMING ARTS CENTER IN NEHALEM!

GET TICKETS NOW FOR THIS MUST-SEE MYSTERY/THRILLER!

Reserved tickets at www.RiverbendPlayers.org

THE GIRL ON THE TRAIN:

Step aboard a thrilling journey of mystery, obsession, and shocking twists in “The Girl On The Train” live on stage!
Rachel Watson longs for a different life.

Her only escape is the perfect couple she watches through the train window daily—happy and in love, or so it appears.

When Rachel learns that the woman she’s been secretly watching has suddenly disappeared, she finds herself as a witness and even a suspect in a thrilling mystery in which she will face bigger revelations than she could ever have anticipated.

From the best-selling book and major motion picture, now see the stage play!

Get tickets now at www.RiverbendPlayers.org

RATED PG 13: Some content may not be appropriate for children under 13.

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Submitted By: Susantone@nehalemtel.net – Click to email about this post

NTLF is looking for volunteers to fill a variety of roles. Please contact us for more details. ntlf1987@gmail.com or 503-368-6665.
Thank you!

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Wheeler City Council Member
Heidi Stacks Seeks Re-Election.

(Wheeler, Oregon) Wheeler City Council member Heidi Stacks has announced her candidacy for one of the three seats up for election in this November’s race. Stacks, who was appointed to her current position, is running for a 4-year term against three other candidates.
Previous to the appointed position that she has held over the past two years, Stacks served a 4-year term on City Council from which she was appointed Mayor.
With nearly seven years of experience on the council, Heidi has gathered a broad knowledge and understanding of how the Council works and how things get done in Wheeler; Heidi gets things done!
She is one of the founding architects on what has become the blue-print in local communities for emergency preparedness. She has helped establish plans for the city, as well as for individuals. Heidi has worked tirelessly to prepare Wheeler for any emergency by orchestrating the community emergency barrels that are strategically located throughout the city. She helped set up the emergency outpost that contains communication supplies, food items, tents, and more. In the event of an emergency, should Wheeler find itself cut off, the city is well prepared to take care of itself and its citizens.
Heidi chairs the Wheeler Emergency Preparedness Committee, and is a board member of the Emergency Volunteer Corps of Nehalem Bay, a larger organization that includes Wheeler, Nehalem and Manzanita.
She is exceptional at developing relationships with others, either in town or with our neighboring communities. She is a firm believer of working in collaboration with others and she urges participation. She recently brought city business owners together to encourage their greater participation in charting Wheeler’s path forward, and looks forward to doing more work in this arena.
Heidi has lived on the North Oregon Coast for nearly 50 years. She is married to her grade school sweetheart whom she has known for 48 years. She is a mother, grandmother, a retired nurse with 30 years of service, and a former small business owner.
Her life experience has garnered an intrinsic nature to be respectful, reasonable, and responsible. “These three attributes are my promise to the citizens of Wheeler,” says Stacks. “I want to hear from everyone on what they want, and believe we need, for Wheeler. I will take these suggestions to the council and make sure those voices are heard and continually considered. We’re growing and changing as a community, and every citizen deserves a voice in how that happens.”
Ms. Stacks welcomes comments at HeidiForWheeler@gmail.com, and invites you all to the Wheeler Meet the Candidates event at the NCRD Performing Arts auditorium on Monday, October 7th at 5:45 PM.

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‘THE GIRL ON THE TRAIN’ CONTINUES THIS WEEKEND AT THE NCRD PERFORMING ARTS CENTER IN NEHALEM!

GET TICKETS NOW FOR THIS MUST-SEE MYSTERY/THRILLER!

Reserved tickets at www.RiverbendPlayers.org

THE GIRL ON THE TRAIN:

Step aboard a thrilling journey of mystery, obsession, and shocking twists in “The Girl On The Train” live on stage!
Rachel Watson longs for a different life.

Her only escape is the perfect couple she watches through the train window daily—happy and in love, or so it appears.

When Rachel learns that the woman she’s been secretly watching has suddenly disappeared, she finds herself as a witness and even a suspect in a thrilling mystery in which she will face bigger revelations than she could ever have anticipated.

From the best-selling book and major motion picture, now see the stage play!

RATED PG 13: Some content may not be appropriate for children under 13.

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Submitted By: fsquillo@riverbendplayers.org – Click to email about this post

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Get ready for the exciting reveal!

Riverbend Players will announce our highly anticipated 2025 Season at the NCRD Performing Arts Center this Friday.

With four brand-new productions lined up, the next season will be full of unforgettable performances!

Stay tuned for the big announcement here, on our Facebook page, and on our website at www.RiverbendPlayers.org.

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‘THE GIRL ON THE TRAIN’ CONTINUES THIS WEEKEND AT THE NCRD PERFORMING ARTS CENTER IN NEHALEM!
GET TICKETS NOW FOR THIS MUST-SEE MYSTERY/THRILLER!
Reserved tickets at www.RiverbendPlayers.org
THE GIRL ON THE TRAIN:
Step aboard a thrilling journey of mystery, obsession, and shocking twists in “The Girl On The Train” live on stage!
Rachel Watson longs for a different life.
Her only escape is the perfect couple she watches through the train window daily—happy and in love, or so it appears.
When Rachel learns that the woman she’s been secretly watching has suddenly disappeared, she finds herself as a witness and even a suspect in a thrilling mystery in which she will face bigger revelations than she could ever have anticipated.
From the best-selling book and major motion picture, now see the stage play!
RATED PG 13: Some content may not be appropriate for children under 13.
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Submitted By: cbbcalm@gmail.com – Click to email about this post

Sat.12th, Sun.13, from 11 am to 4 pm .at the Nehalem Bay Winery .
Time to de clutter !!Your items will be treasures to others.
All proceeds made will help support local rescues who in turn help low income , no income pets and their humans with life saving surgeries , help with Fostering due to emergency situations, food, supply etc.
Your donations can be dropped off at the Winery any day between 10 and 5 pm
Tillamook County rescuers are in desperate need of live traps all sizes welcome.
Food will be available for purchase at : Big Shawn’s Smash Burgers , located across the street from Winery.
The Animal Haven Crew, MelissaStetzel-Battick, Malia Blackmon, Tiffany Marie Catron , all so grateful for your participation.

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Stage actors and Foley (sound effects) artists are needed to bring this heartwarming holiday classic to life in a unique and engaging format!

AUDITION DETAILS:

Audition Dates: Tuesday, Oct. 1st and Wednesday, Oct. 2nd

Audition Times: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Location: NCRD Performing Arts Center

Rehearsal Period: October 6th – Nov 30th (3 nights a week)

Tech Week: Dec. 1st – Dec. 5th (nightly)

Performance Dates: Friday, Saturday nights, and Sunday matinees from December 6th – December 22nd.

ABOUT THE SHOW:

IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY takes the beloved story of George Bailey and the town of Bedford Falls and presents it as a 1940s-style live radio broadcast.

Actors will play multiple roles, and Foley artists will create live sound effects, making this a dynamic, multi-sensory experience for the audience.

ROLES AVAILABLE

Stage Actors:

We are looking for versatile actors who can portray multiple characters using voice, body, and expression.

This is an ensemble-based production, and actors should be comfortable performing various roles, including:

George Bailey: The kind-hearted protagonist struggling to find his place in the world.

Clarence: The lovable angel who helps George see the value of his life.

Mary Hatch Bailey: George’s supportive and loving wife.

Mr. Potter: The wealthy, cold-hearted businessman.

Various Bedford Falls citizens: From children to elders, each actor will be asked to bring multiple characters to life through voice and movement.

Foley Artists:

We seek creative individuals to create live sound effects on stage, enhancing the radio play experience.

No prior Foley experience is required, but a keen sense of timing, creativity, and a willingness to experiment with sound are essential.

Join us for this magical holiday production and help us bring the timeless message of IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE to the stage!

For more information, check our audition page at www.RiverbendPlayers.org.

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Submitted By: barbaraandchuck@nehalemtel.net – Click to email about this post

Posting for seasitstay@gmail.com

Please DO NOT respond to barbaraandchuck@nehalemtel.net

Three questions:

1. Do you support a woman’s right to choose?

2. Want to ‘Do Something’ to protect that right?

2. Can you print legibly or affix stamps to postcards?

Great! Contact me by Fri 10/4!
seasitstay@gmail.com

Submitted By: ntcwa1933@gmail.com – Click to email about this post

Join us for the first meeting of our 92nd year! Oct. 1, 12 – 2:00 at Pine Grove Community House, in Manzanita Meetings are open to the public. Or come for the program at 1:00 — Vivi Tallman explores the history and heritage of the White Clover Grange. www.ntcwa1933.org/ ntcwa1933@gmail.com

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‘THE GIRL ON THE TRAIN’ AT THE NCRD PERFORMING ARTS CENTER IN NEHALEM
GET TICKETS NOW FOR THIS MULTI-MEDIA MYSTERY/THRILLER!
Reserved tickets at www.RiverbendPlayers.or
THE GIRL ON THE TRAIN:
Step aboard a thrilling journey of mystery, obsession, and shocking twists in “The Girl On The Train” live on stage!
Rachel Watson longs for a different life.
Her only escape is the perfect couple she watches through the train window daily—happy and in love, or so it appears.
When Rachel learns that the woman she’s been secretly watching has suddenly disappeared, she finds herself as a witness and even a suspect in a thrilling mystery in which she will face bigger revelations than she could ever have anticipated.
From the best-selling book and major motion picture, now see the stage play!
RATED PG 13: Some content may not be appropriate for children under 13.
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Submitted By: franksquillo@gmail.com – Click to email about this post

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We are seeking talented stage actors and Foley artists to bring this heartwarming holiday classic to life in a unique and engaging format!

AUDITION DETAILS:

Audition Dates: Tuesday, Oct. 1st and Wednesday, Oct. 2nd

Audition Times: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Location: NCRD Performing Arts Center

Rehearsal Period: October 6th – Nov 30th (3 nights a week)

Tech Week: Dec. 1st – Dec. 5th (nightly)

Performance Dates: Friday, Saturday nights, and Sunday matinees from December 6th – December 22nd.

ABOUT THE SHOW:

IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY takes the beloved story of George Bailey and the town of Bedford Falls and presents it as a 1940s-style live radio broadcast.

Actors will play multiple roles, and Foley artists will create live sound effects, making this a dynamic, multi-sensory experience for the audience.

ROLES AVAILABLE

Stage Actors:

We are looking for versatile actors who can portray multiple characters using voice, body, and expression.

This is an ensemble-based production, and actors should be comfortable performing various roles, including:

George Bailey: The kind-hearted protagonist struggling to find his place in the world.

Clarence: The lovable angel who helps George see the value of his life.

Mary Hatch Bailey: George’s supportive and loving wife.

Mr. Potter: The wealthy, cold-hearted businessman.

Various Bedford Falls citizens: From children to elders, each actor will be asked to bring multiple characters to life through voice and movement.

Foley Artists:

We seek creative individuals to create live sound effects on stage, enhancing the radio play experience.

No prior Foley experience is required, but a keen sense of timing, creativity, and a willingness to experiment with sound are essential.

Join us for this magical holiday production and help us bring the timeless message of IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE to the stage!

For more information, check our audition page at www.RiverbendPlayers.org.

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Submitted By: wallacejared987@gmail.com – Click to email about this post

We repeatedly drove out to check out your estate sale on the 27th and 28th and your gates weren’t open between the hours you posted. In fact they weren’t open on those dates at all. Thanks for waisting our time.
-People of Nehalem Bbq

Submitted By: barbaraandchuck@nehalemtel.net – Click to email about this post

Posting for frank@wandascafe.com
Our extensive patio construction project continues.
To enhance the comfort of our guests waiting for extended periods, we are expanding our covered waiting area to offer more shade and rain protection over the entire courtyard area.
The pergola is made of powder-coated, aircraft-grade aluminum. It should never rust, dent, or disintegrate and will withstand the most extreme coastal winds.
We are also replacing the wooden ramp and stairs with a new concrete structure that is fully ADA-compliant, replacing the steep, grandfathered-in structure.
We will continue to post more photos on our Facebook page as we progress.
Depending on how quickly the project progresses, we hope to be back open by Oct. 3rd. So far, so good!
Photo credit: Julee Ward Photography

Submitted By: fsquillo@riverbendplayers.org – Click to email about this post

Riverbend Players is excited to announce auditions for our December production of IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY directed by Frank Squillo.

We are seeking talented stage actors and Foley artists to bring this heartwarming holiday classic to life in a unique and engaging format!

AUDITION DETAILS

Audition Dates: Tuesday, Oct. 1st and Wednesday, Oct. 2nd

Audition Times: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Location: NCRD Performing Arts Center

Rehearsal Period: October 6th – Nov 30th (3 nights a week)

Tech Week: Dec. 1st – Dec. 5th (nightly)

Performance Dates: Friday, Saturday nights, and Sunday matinees from December 6th – December 22nd.

ABOUT THE SHOW:

IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY takes the beloved story of George Bailey and the town of Bedford Falls and presents it as a 1940s-style live radio broadcast.

Actors will play multiple roles, and Foley artists will create live sound effects, making this a dynamic, multi-sensory experience for the audience.

ROLES AVAILABLE

Stage Actors:

We are looking for versatile actors who can portray multiple characters using voice, body, and expression.

This is an ensemble-based production, and actors should be comfortable performing various roles, including:

George Bailey: The kind-hearted protagonist struggling to find his place in the world.

Clarence: The lovable angel who helps George see the value of his life.

Mary Hatch Bailey: George’s supportive and loving wife.

Mr. Potter: The wealthy, cold-hearted businessman.

Various Bedford Falls citizens: From children to elders, each actor will be asked to bring multiple characters to life through voice and movement.

Foley Artists:

We seek creative individuals to create live sound effects on stage, enhancing the radio play experience.

No prior Foley experience is required, but a keen sense of timing, creativity, and a willingness to experiment with sound are essential.

Join us for this magical holiday production and help us bring the timeless message of IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE to the stage!

For more information, check our audition page at www.RiverbendPlayers.org.

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Submitted By: barbaraandchuck@nehalemtel.net – Click to email about this post

We have been accused of not posting pro Trump posts on the bbq. With the exception of one individual THAT IS NOT TRUE.

That individual’s posts were not posted because they contained foul language and/or language attacking the character of someone. Let me be clear. Our refusal to post had nothing to do with the ideas presented in the post. Despite repeated warnings and opportunities to edit their posts, this individual continues to submit posts containing ad hominem; vilification; shaming or other contemptuous language. So we continue to refuse to post them.

If anyone else submitted a post on any subject that did not make it to the website it was strictly technical. If you do not get a thank you message after clicking on “submit” we are most likely not able to post it for some technical reason, often a problem with the size of images. If this happens to you check the home page for tips on posting or send us an email. We will do our best to get your post posted. We have been successful in helping a number of people who had technical issues get their post on the website.

Recently, for a limited time, we had a bbq survey of what people liked about their chosen presidential candidate. For that survey, we had a rule that the post couldn’t contain language about the other candidate. Since that survey has ended that rule no longer applies. As long as a post doesn’t violate the policy stated above, we will post it.

Here’s how the technical aspect works on our administrative end.

A person clicks on “here” under the heading “To Post” or in the sidebar of the home page of the website (northcoastbbq.com) and enters their zipcode and email address. A link is sent to their email. (Please be sure to check your spam if you don’t find the link in your inbox.)

Once you click on that link you get a Record ID number and you are put in our posting queue. At that time the status of that record is NO. It remains NO until you fill out the form and click on submit. If that submission is successful, (ie you get a thank you message), the status of that record then changes to YES. We can only post records with a YES status and we process those YESES daily. To keep the queue manageable, if a record stays in the NO status for more than 24 hours it is deleted.

Since our process for posting is not automatic, if your post is time sensitive, please give us 24-48 hours to post. The Daily Summary comes out at 6 every evening and we do our best to process all YESES before 6. Sometimes that is not possible as we are not at the computer.

There is one other rare technical mishap that we have experienced. Our posting process takes 2 steps. Very rarely the post inexplicably disappears after the first step and we have no way of posting or retrieving it or contacting the poster.

Please contact us if ever your post is not successful.

Barbara and Chuck

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‘THE GIRL ON THE TRAIN’ OPENING WEEKEND CONTINUES AT THE NCRD PERFORMING ARTS CENTER IN NEHALEM

GET TICKETS NOW FOR THIS MUST-SEE MYSTERY/THRILLER!

Reserved tickets at www.RiverbendPlayers.org

THE GIRL ON THE TRAIN:

Step aboard a thrilling journey of mystery, obsession, and shocking twists in “The Girl On The Train” live on stage!

Rachel Watson longs for a different life.

Her only escape is the perfect couple she watches through the train window daily—happy and in love, or so it appears.

When Rachel learns that the woman she’s been secretly watching has suddenly disappeared, she finds herself as a witness and even a suspect in a thrilling mystery in which she will face bigger revelations than she could ever have anticipated.

From the best-selling book and major motion picture, now see the stage play!

RATED PG 13: Some content may not be appropriate for children under 13.

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Submitted By: padraic@xyyd.org – Click to email about this post

After a gratefully busy summer laboring on the exteriors of the homes of many BBQ users, I finally have some openings in my upcoming schedule. I’m available for weed management, landscaping, blackberry removal, pruning, hauling stuff (small pickup truck), and all kinds of all things of that nature – also open to lots of other things such as cleaning, chopping fire wood, unpleasant jobs involving shovels, etc. I’m basically just available to help with stuff in general.
I did so much weedwhacking this summer that I decided to upgrade to a professionals weed-eater brush-cutter (maybe this only seems cool to me?). Also have a pressure-washer, a chainsaw, and a bunch of other tools.
I am an artistically-minded person and I enjoy being able to help people aesthetically enhance their environment to feel better about their homes (pointless and disgusting work is ok too, though). I have many references from local home owners as well as some local businesses that I have worked for as well, if that is a concern.
$30/hour. Text or call Patrick 503-488-0587

Thanks to everyone who I met over the summer!

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OPENING WEEKEND BEGINS TOMORROW NIGHT AT THE NCRD PERFORMING ARTS CENTER IN NEHALEM.
GET TICKETS NOW FOR THIS MUST-SEE MYSTERY/THRILLER!
Reserved tickets at www.RiverbendPlayers.org
THE GIRL ON THE TRAIN:
Step aboard a thrilling journey of mystery, obsession, and shocking twists in “The Girl On The Train” live on stage! Rachel Watson longs for a different life.
Her only escape is the perfect couple she watches through the train window daily—happy and in love, or so it appears.
When Rachel learns that the woman she’s been secretly watching has suddenly disappeared, she finds herself as a witness and even a suspect in a thrilling mystery in which she will face bigger revelations than she could ever have anticipated.
From the best-selling book and major motion picture, now see the stage play!
Tickets at www.RiverbendPlayers.org
RATED PG 13: Some content may not be appropriate for children under 13.
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Submitted By: sbwceremonies@gmail.com – Click to email about this post

Weekly Shamanic Breathwork on Thursdays

Starts October 3, 2024
6-8pm
St. Catherine’s Sanctuary
36335 N Hwy 101, Nehalem

Join us in community for a practice of self-discovery, healing and transformation!

For more information and to register, please visit:
events.humanitix.com/shamanic-breathwork-hsb2r63b

Every week, your host will guide you through a 45 – 60 minute Shamanic Breathwork Journey. When you emerge, you will have the opportunity to intuitively integrate your experience through a creative process of mandala making. Following that, we gather in circle to share our experiences with each other, to be witnessed, and to process the experience so that it can “grow corn” in our lives.

Lynda (Chickpea) Chick, RN is a Certified Shamanic Breathwork Facilitator through Venus Rising Association for Transformation.

events.humanitix.com/shamanic-breathwork-hsb2r63b

Submitted By: fsquillo@riverbendplayers.org – Click to email about this post

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Riverbend Players is excited to announce auditions for our December production of IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY directed by Frank Squillo.
We are seeking talented stage actors and Foley artists to bring this heartwarming holiday classic to life in a unique and engaging format!
AUDITION DETAILS
Audition Dates: Tuesday, Oct. 1st and Wednesday, Oct. 2nd
Audition Times: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: NCRD Performing Arts Center
Rehearsal Period: October 6th – Nov 30th (3 nights a week)
Tech Week: Dec. 1st – Dec. 5th (nightly)
Performance Dates: Friday, Saturday nights, and Sunday matinees from December 6th – December 22nd.
ABOUT THE SHOW
IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY takes the beloved story of George Bailey and the town of Bedford Falls and presents it as a 1940s-style live radio broadcast. Actors will play multiple roles, and Foley artists will create live sound effects, making this a dynamic, multi-sensory experience for the audience.
ROLES AVAILABLE
Stage Actors:
We are looking for versatile actors who can portray multiple characters using voice, body, and expression.
This is an ensemble-based production, and actors should be comfortable performing various roles, including:
George Bailey: The kind-hearted protagonist struggling to find his place in the world.
Clarence: The lovable angel who helps George see the value of his life.
Mary Hatch Bailey: George’s supportive and loving wife.
Mr. Potter: The wealthy, cold-hearted businessman.
Various Bedford Falls citizens: From children to elders, each actor will be asked to bring multiple characters to life through voice and movement.
Foley Artists:
We seek creative individuals to create live sound effects on stage, enhancing the radio play experience. No prior Foley experience is required, but a keen sense of timing, creativity, and a willingness to experiment with sound are essential.
Join us for this magical holiday production and help us bring the timeless message of IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE to the stage!
For more information, check our audition page at www.RiverbendPlayers.org.
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