Locally owned and operated Rising Action Theatre Company, who has brought us both Southern Baptist Sissies and The Last Hairdresser, is holding auditions for their next two upcoming plays.  Auditions are Thursday, September 14^th from 5:30pm to 8:30pm and Saturday, September 16^th from 12pm to 3pm.  You must prepare a short monologue or read from the script.  These are for Paid Non-Union Actors positions.  Place to be:  Boom at 2232 Wilton Drive in Wilton Manors.  Call 954*772-0042 to schedule and confirm an appointment and walk-ins are welcome. 

Burning Blue is a drama about a gay witch-hunt in the military.  Needed are:  4 handsome actors to play Navy Pilots ages 24-32 (one must be willing to do nudity), 2 actresses to play girlfriends ages 25-30, African-American actor to play Investigative Agent age in the 40’s, and a Caucasian actor age in the 40’s, to play an Intense Investigative Agent.

The 11 O’Clock Number is a hilarious world premier comedy about a Broadway musical fan. 

Needed are: 

• Actor or actress to play Ethel Merman (30-60)

• Actor (34-45) to play Broadway Theatre lover (gay-Theatre Queen) who is an optimist and worries about aging

• Actor (60-70) to play ex-Chorus Dancer

• Actress (40-60) to play rich benefactress

• Actor (20-25) to be incredibly handsome and buff

• Actor (35-45) to play lawyer and a love interest

For all characters, the age is subject to modification and changed accordingly, call   954*772-0042 or email  davidgoldyn@bellsouth.net.      

Celebration Sept 16^th 

On Saturday, September 16^th, the South Florida Lambda Chorale will be performing a concert at the Amaturo Theatre.  The concert, named Celebration will feature great music from such well known shows as Sound of Music, Rent, Phantom of the Opera, Chicago, and Avenue Q.  Tickets are $25-40 and you can purchase them at www.browardcenter.org or the Broward Center’s AutoNation Box Office at 954*462-0222 or the South Florida Lambda Chorale at 866*937-4644. 

Local Theatre Buzz

Please note: we have organized this by the date of the final performance. New additions this week are highlighted in Bold Red.

Miss Vanilla & The Hustler, Through Sept 24^th 

The Hollywood Regional Center for the Arts (formerly the Hollywood Blvd Theatre) is proud to present Miss Vanilla & The Hustler by Bill Spring.  This is a hilarious personal journey through time that cannot be missed!  Catch it at Art Serve at 1350 E. Sunrise Blvd in Fort Lauderdale, tickets are $20 so call 954*927-1778 for Showtimes, reservations, and group discounts. 

Cole Porter, Through Sept 17^th 

Catch this snazzy musical review of Ben Bagley’s The Decline and Fall of the Entire World as Seen through the Eyes of Cole Porter at Boca Raton’s Professional Theater.  The Caldwell Theatre Company is performing this revue now through September 17^th.  Tickets are available at www.caldwelltheatre.com or at  877*245-7432 and the Professional Theater is located at 7873 N Federal Highway in Boca Raton.

Pillowman through September 17th

This is a queasy mystery-horror story about a geek who writes murder stories.  He is being interrogated by hard-bitten detectives who think he is not making up his stories.  This play is at GableStage in Coral Gables’s Biltmore Hotel.  For more information, call 305*445-1119.

Held Over! Help Save Julie Johnson! 

What happens when an uneducated housewife and mother of two reaches the end of he rope with both a bad marriage and personal shortcomings?  Find out now at the Sol Theatre Project which is located at 1140 North Flagler Drive, which is down the street from Bill’s Filling Station and just north of Sunrise Blvd.  For questions, times, and prices call them at 954-525-6555 or email them at sol_theatre@bellsouth.net. 

Julie Johnson is proudly sponsored by New Moon Café where, with every ticket purchased, you get a free drink!  The play now runs through Sunday September 17^rd. 

Beehive Found at Stage Door Theatre Held Over through September 17th!!!

It was brought to my attention that all of the costumes for Beehive were done by the one and only Maria from Zoo 14 on Wilton Drive.  A local fashion legend in our community, she has helped dress many figures—both male and female into one-of-a-kind creations.  This play is a definite Fashion Must-See to reminisce about and era that brought about social change, creativity, and freedom. 

Beehive, the 60’s musical sensation, will be at The Stage Door Theatre May 26^th thru June 25^th with big hair and bigger hits. 

The Stage Door Theatre is located on 26^th right across from Wilton Station in the Old Florida Seafood House Plaza.  For times and tickets, call 954*344-7765.

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Ella, through September 3rd

This is a musical about Jazz icon Ella Fitzgerald who invites her favorite musicians to play with her in 1966. This takes place at the Florida Stage which is located at 262 South Ocean Blvd, Manalapan.  Call 561*585-3433 or go to www.floridastage.org  for more information. 

Irma Vep in Coral Gables, through September 3^rd

The Mystery of Irma Vep a wonderfully crafted play with only two actors playing over 20 parts will be appearing at The Actor’s Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre in Coral Gables July 12^th thru September 3^rd.  The Theatre is located at 280 Miracle Mile in Coral Gables and tickets can be purchased online at www.actorsplayhouse.org  or for further information call them at 305*444-9293. 

For Three Days You Can Light My Candle

Tickets are now on sale for Rent which will be at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts September 14^th thru 17^th.  Tickets are available at the theater Box Office and at www.ticketmaster.com .  You can also check out other shows at www.BroadwayAcrossAmerica.com  or at www.browardcenter.org . 

Things on Display

Metro Pictures: Part 2 through September 17th

You may be wondering if this show has to deal with the Metro Golden Mayer Production Company…no.  Metro Pictures “refers to snapshots of the city” and that the works “define, interpret and/or reject the city.”  This show is wide open to interpretation and includes stuff like a set of musical vests that “only when two participants wear them…do the sculptures emit sound.”  The exhibit is on display at the Museum of Contemporary Art until September 17^th.  The Museum is located at 770 NE 125^th Street in North Miami.  You can either call 305*893-6211 or visit them on the web at www.mocanomi.org for further information.

Titanic:  The Artifact Exhibit, Until October

This exhibit chronicles the journey of RMS Titanic from its design and construction through its fateful maiden voyage and sinking, to the scientific recovery efforts.   

The Miami Museum of Science and Space Transit Planetarium is located on 3280 South Miami Avenue, Miami.  You can contact them at 305*646-4200 or www.miamisci.org. 

Coming to Town

Please note: we have organized this by date of appearance. New additions this week are highlighted in Bold Red.

Her Hips Don’t Lie, Saturday, September 16^th 

Shakira and Wyclef have added a second show 7:30pm on September 16^th at the American Airlines Arena, 601 Biscayne Blvd, Miami.  Tickets are $19.50-$87 and you can get them through www.ticketmaster.com or by calling 786*777-1250. For more info about Shakira: www.shakiraheaven.com

When Smokey Sings Sept 20^th 

When Smokey Robinson sings, you will forget everything.  Smokey will be performing at The Hard Rock Live September 20^th.  Tickets are available at www.ticketmaster.com or at the Hard Rock Live Box Office.  You can also Charge By Phone at 954*523-3309.

Richard Cortez is Live At The GLCC 

The Richard Cortez, local folk singer, will be hosting a benefit concert at the Gay and Lesbian Community Center (GLCC) at 8pm on Friday, September 22^nd.  This concert will coincide with his CD release party for Richard Cortez:  Live at the Red Room which, with the $10 admission, you will receive a copy of his album from which he will be playing the songs.  These songs are pre-Wollenberg songs that are from his seedy back room bar days playing for prostitutes, stoners, and college students.  You will also get a sneak peak at some of the tracks from his upcoming album He Loves Me Not which contains even more of his pre-recording days.  For more information, go to www.wollenbergrecords.com or at www.myspace.com/richardcortez.  The GLCC is located at 1717 North Andrews Avenue in Fort Lauderdale and all proceeds go to benefit the Youth Group of the GLCC. 

The Chicks Will be in Town, Saturday, October 7^th 

John Mayer & Sheryl Crow, Wednesday, October 11^th 

Tickets are now on sale for John Mayer and Sheryl Crow who will be live in concert October 11^th at the Sound Advice Amphitheatre.  Go to www.livenation.com, www.ticketmaster.com , or you can call 561*966-3309 for more information.  If you are truly a fan, you can also go to www.johnmayer.com and/or www.sherylcrow.com as well.

Danke Schoen October 15th and 16th

The legendary Wayne Newton will be performing at the Hard Rock Live Seminole Hotel & Casino October 15^th & 16^th and tickets are now on sale.  You can get tickets through the Hard Rock Live Box Office from noon to 7pm daily or at www.ticketmaster.com. 

I’m Verklemnpt, Saturday, October 28^th

Yes, the legendary Barbara Streisand will be performing Saturday, October 28^th at the Bank Atlantic Center in Sawgrass and will be having special guest Il Divo perform with her. Tickets are priced starting at $100 to $750 and VIP packages up to $1,800.  Much of the proceeds go to charities, one of which being The Streisand Foundation, which expects to raise millions from this tour.  Tickets are available through www.ticketmaster.com.    

Stop Hate Now! Sept. 17^th 

Hate Crimes are skyrocketing world wide and your local Transgender community has organized to raise public awareness through The Transgender Day of Remembrance and Stop Hate Now programs.  On Sunday, September 17^th, there will be a program, Stop Hate Now at the Moulin Rouge from 7pm-9pm, a The Church of Religious Science is located at 1550 NE 26^th Avenue in Wilton Manors.  Featured entertainers are:  JumpOnMarksList’s own Misty Eyez and will feature other Trannie Shack cast members such as:  Chloe Godiva, Diamond Dunhill, Mercedes, Rebecca Glasscock, Noel Leon, Lonnah St. James, Joselin Phillips, Mizz Cori, and live recording artist Richard Cortez.  For further information, contact LeAnna Bradley, Producer, at 954*462-2004 ext. 200. 

IML Inspired Living  

Are you man enough to put on a leather bedskirt?  How about a set of sheets covered with dirty words?  Are you a BIG Tom of Finland fan?  Well, I have the company for you!  The Mind Fetish Bedding Company is a recent creation by the 29 year-old Quincy Russell of Brooklyn who, after visiting the International Man of Leather 2005 Contest in Chicago decided that he wanted to incorporate his sexuality into his interior design—tastefully.  They have created 400 thread count bed linen with dirty words, leather pillows with handcuffs, lifestyle inspired duvet covers, scented candles, and how about a Bondage Bedskirt that has nine 12-gauge reinforced D-Rings strategically placed around the uppermost part of the ruffle and can be easily tucked away when Mom comes around.  Some of the products come with a reversible option and even the black leather pillows with built in handcuffs can be turned inside out to a simple black fabric.  To find out more, and about some stuff I am not willing to write about, go to www.mindfetish.com. 

One of the most famous dancer icons and the Godfather of Vogue, Willie Ninja passed away this week.  He has done a lot for the dance and modeling world by working with such people as:  Madonna, Kristine W., and La India. 

Willie has been on America’s Next Top Model, Paris Is Burning, and the latest How Do I Look, which will feature the latest NY import Alyssa Kartiar of Element’s Noche Latina Fridays.  Having helped out such people as Paris Hilton, and countless others with tips on style, sophistication, and grace, he will be missed.   

Fashion Rocks Concert Sept 7^th 

This Thursday, September 7^th will be the Fashion Rocks concert at Radio City Music Hall. This two-hour event featuring such acts as:  Beyoncé, Christina Aguilera, The Black Eyed Peas, Bon Jovi, Nelly Furtado, Faith Hill, Jay-Z, Tim McGraw, The Pussycat Dolls, Rihanna, Scissor Sisters, Kanye West, and will be Curated by Sir Elton John.

Fashion Rocks proceeds will benefit Elton’s AIDS foundation. The show will be aired the following night, Friday, September 8^th, on CBS at 9pm Eastern Standard Time.  For more information you can go to www.fashionrocks06.com.   

Madama Butterfly 

This 2006-2007 Opera Season for the New York Metropolitan Opera premiers with Puccini’s Madama Butterfly.  This opens on Monday, September 25^th and will run through Saturday, November 18^th with tickets starting at $42, it will be in Italian with English Subtitles.  For more information or see what the rest of the season has to offer, go to www.metoperafamily.org for more information.

Hit Me With Your Best Shot Sept 15^th and 16^th 

The one and only Pat Benatar will be performing live at Las Vega’s own Luxor.  Come and listen to that classic and latest single A.C.D.C. which is about a girl that has both a boyfriend and girlfriend and features Carmen Electra in the video.  Classic Benatar!  Tickets are reasonable and starts at $55 and can be purchased online at www.luxor.com. 

Peacoats En Vogue 

Just to let the majority of the people traveling out of the state of Florida, and for those who live in someplace other than The Sunshine State, the latest Fall & Winter Must Have is a Peacoat.  Originally designed and currently still issued by the US Navy (P.S. one reason why I joined) to graduating companies.  However, the spin is that it be more form-fitting and slimmer than the original bulky, “over lots of clothes” wool overcoat of the Navy.  According to my sources, the Peacoat will be the staple in every guy’s closet.  Every major label has jumped onboard (no pun intended) from Calvin Klein, Salvatore Ferragamo, to Juicy Couture.  

Are You a Shutterbug? 

Do you take great photos?  Do people tell you have a knack for the camera?  Well, here’s your chance to show the world…Reyataz is proud to announce the Fight HIV Your Way Photography Contest for 2006.  They say that if HIV has touched your life, they want you to share what it means to “Fight HIV Your Way.”  What you will need is:  a photograph that shows you how you “Fight HIV Your Way.”  It could be a portrait, a place, or anything that inspires you.  Also, you will need a 50 words or less paragraph explaining how you fight HIV.  Deadline for entries is November 15thFor more information and an official entry form go to www.reyataz.com and click on the banner or look for the display at your local HIV/AIDS service organizations.  Winners will be selected by a panel of award-winning photographers and representatives of the HIV community.  One Grand Prize Winner will be honored at the Gala Opening of the Exhibition in New York City and will be featured in a limited edition hardcover book.  50 Second Place photographs will be showcased in the Traveling Exhibition and published in the hardcover book.  50 Third Place photographs will be included in the hardcover book.  All winners will receive a free copy of the book. 

Fashion File/Project Runway for the Inner Jet Setter In You 

Yes, this past week was one of the most entertaining and twisty shows of this season, second to the Recycling Plant in NJ.  The project was to design an outfit for a jet setter, when later, in the workroom, it was discovered that the outfits were for themselves.  This hit some of the designers hard—for some have never designed an outfit for a man!  Well, it’s about time that they become diverse and sprout their wings.  With 15 minutes to sketch and then $75 for materials, they were to create something in one day that they would consider to be worn by a jet setter.  Then, during judging, it was disclosed that no one would be eliminated just yet—they would have to pack and get to the airport within an hour with destination unknown.   

At JFK it was finally revealed that they would be traveling First Class to Paris!  Special Guest Tim Gun accompanied the designers and monitored their clothes.  When they arrived, they were shocked to see Parsons Paris and that there was only six design tables.  In the design room, they were introduced to famed designer Catherine Malandrino who would be Guest Judging the arrival of their garments, and in combination with scores from NY, would be eliminating someone.  As much as I personally do not like Jeffrey, I loved his Rock Star look and very much deserved his win.  Even though Laura’s was elegant and fared well in traveling, it was still “Laura-esque.”  Kudos to both Kayne and Vincent for being daring and for never have made menswear before, but still constructed garments that were appropriate, and very fitting to their personal style.  On a farewell note, I am glad to see Angela go, the best part of her outfit was the blowout hairdo!  Au revoir  Mademoiselle Fleurchon The Not So Great.    

The Scream is Found 

Photo Courtesy of wikipedia.com

Bay Mo Dilo (Give Me Water) Oct 11^th thru 14^th 

This October, the Carnival Center is proud to showcase the World Premier of Tamango’s Urban Tap Bay Mo Dilo, which is a fusion of international dance and music, psychedelic projections, and poetry that is based on the rhythms and culture of Tamango’s Kreole heritage in French Guiana.

For more information about these events or any future ones, you can go to www.carnivalcenter.org.  

Guthrie Theater 

This week, I would like to bring to light an architectural masterpiece that is art in itself.  The new Guthrie Theater in Minneapolis is an impressive piece of American design that is now in area that is now a hotbed of cutting-edge design.  Designed by Jean Nouvel, this 285,000 square foot structure is decked out in blue metal panels and highlighted with yellow glass windows.  The former theater surrounded the audience on three sides and this does that and with some high-tech additions and more.  What is amazing to see is the massive Endless Bridge that is a cantilevered extension arm pointing toward the banks of the Mississippi.