DFT Podcast: Recent Episodes
Mathew Kerbis
Deerfield Family Theater Podcast. Learn more about this year’s show at http://deerfieldfamilytheater.com. Buy tickets here: https://bit.ly/3othZ4Q.
Deerfield Family Theater is excited to announce auditions for our November 2024 production of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl.
Auditions are open to adults, teens and children (entering 4th grade and up). They will be held at Jewett Park Community Center, 836 Jewett Park Dr., Deerfield, on Monday, August 19th and August 21st from 6-9pm, and August 24th from 10am-2pm. Callbacks will be by invitation on August 25th.
Please prepare 32 bars of a musical theater song in a similar genre, and bring sheet music (marked with beginning and end) in the key of your choice. An accompanist will be provided. Dress to move, as there will also be a dance audition. Please bring a headshot and resume if you have one.
Performances dates are November 15-17th and November 22nd-24th, 2024 at Caruso Auditorium, 1801 Montgomery Rd., Deerfield.
Reserve your spot now, and indicate "adult" (HS and up) or "child" (4th-8th grade) when prompted. The audition packet is available to download from our website www.deerfieldfamilytheater.com. Please print the forms (single-sided), fill out completely, and bring them with you to your audition. Walk-ins are welcome, but may have to wait.
We’ll see you at auditions!
This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit deerfieldtheater.substack.com
Check out the Patty Turner Center at 375 Elm St, Deerfield, IL 60015
Deerfield Theater for Young Audiences Presents: Me…Jane!
Inspired by the beloved children's book by Patrick McDonnell, this heartwarming musical tells the inspiring true story of young Jane Goodall and her adventures in the jungles of Africa.
Me...Jane is a celebration of curiosity, friendship, and the power of dreaming big. It's a story that will inspire audiences of all ages to follow their hearts and make a difference in the world.
Deerfield Theater for Young Audiences Info:
https://www.deerfieldfamilytheater.com/DTYA
DFT Info: https://deerfieldtheater.com/
Performances:
Thursday, 8/1 at 6:00pm
Friday, 8/2 at 10:30am and 6:00pm
Saturday, 8/3 at 10:30am and 2:00pm
Sunday, 8/4 at 10:30am
Purchase Tickets
This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit deerfieldtheater.substack.com
Deerfield Theater for Young Audiences Presents: Me…Jane!
Inspired by the beloved children's book by Patrick McDonnell, this heartwarming musical tells the inspiring true story of young Jane Goodall and her adventures in the jungles of Africa.
Me...Jane is a celebration of curiosity, friendship, and the power of dreaming big. It's a story that will inspire audiences of all ages to follow their hearts and make a difference in the world.
Deerfield Theater for Young Audiences Info:
https://www.deerfieldfamilytheater.com/DTYA
DFT Info: https://deerfieldtheater.com/
Performances:
Thursday, 8/1 at 6:00pm
Friday, 8/2 at 10:30am and 6:00pm
Saturday, 8/3 at 10:30am and 2:00pm
Sunday, 8/4 at 10:30am
Purchase Tickets
This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit deerfieldtheater.substack.com
Deerfield Theater for Young Audiences Presents: Me…Jane!
Inspired by the beloved children's book by Patrick McDonnell, this heartwarming musical tells the inspiring true story of young Jane Goodall and her adventures in the jungles of Africa.
Me...Jane is a celebration of curiosity, friendship, and the power of dreaming big. It's a story that will inspire audiences of all ages to follow their hearts and make a difference in the world.
Deerfield Theater for Young Audiences Info:
https://www.deerfieldfamilytheater.com/DTYA
DFT Info: https://deerfieldtheater.com/
Performances:
Thursday, 8/1 at 6:00pm
Friday, 8/2 at 10:30am and 6:00pm
Saturday, 8/3 at 10:30am and 2:00pm
Sunday, 8/4 at 10:30am
Purchase Tickets
This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit deerfieldtheater.substack.com
We are thrilled to announce auditions for our upcoming Theater for Young Audiences production, Me...Jane: The Dreams and Adventures of Young Jane Goodall! Inspired by the beloved children's book by Patrick McDonnell, this heartwarming musical tells the inspiring true story of young Jane Goodall and her adventures in the jungles of Africa.
We are seeking talented actors ages 16 and up who are eager to bring this enchanting story to life on stage. Whether you're a seasoned performer or new to the stage, we encourage you to audition and be a part of this unforgettable experience.
Auditions will be held on May 9, 11, and 12 at the Jewett Park Community Center (836 Jewett Park Drive, Deerfield).
To sign up for an audition slot, please this link (or copy and paste into your web browser https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0A48A5AF2EA3F58-48850810-mejane#/).
Please prepare a short comedic monologue and a 16 bar cut of music that showcases your unique talents and personality.
"Me...Jane" is a celebration of curiosity, friendship, and the power of dreaming big. It's a story that will inspire audiences of all ages to follow their hearts and make a difference in the world. By joining our production, you'll have the opportunity to be a part of something truly special and meaningful.
Don't miss your chance to be a part of "Me...Jane"! Sign up for an audition today and let your creativity shine. Together, we'll create magic on stage and inspire young minds to reach for the stars.
We’ll see you at auditions!
This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit deerfieldtheater.substack.com
Theater D Presents, Noises Off!
Theater D Info: https://theaterd.com/
DFT Info: https://deerfieldtheater.com/
Performances:
Friday, 4/12 at 7:30pm
Saturday, 4/13 at 2:00pm and 7:30pm
Sunday, 4/14 at 2:00pm
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This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit deerfieldtheater.substack.com
Theater D Presents, Noises Off!
Theater D Info: https://theaterd.com/
DFT Info: https://deerfieldtheater.com/
Performances:
Friday, 4/5 & 4/12 at 7:30pm
Saturday, 4/6 & 4/13 at 2:00pm and 7:30pm
Sunday, 4/7 & 4/14 at 2:00pm
Purchase Tickets
This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit deerfieldtheater.substack.com
Theater D Presents, Noises Off!
Theater D Info: https://theaterd.com/
DFT Info: https://deerfieldtheater.com/
Performances:
Friday, 4/5 & 4/12 at 7:30pm
Saturday, 4/6 & 4/13 at 2:00pm and 7:30pm
Sunday, 4/7 & 4/14 at 2:00pm
Purchase Tickets
This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit deerfieldtheater.substack.com
Theater D Presents, Noises Off!
Theater D Info: https://theaterd.com/
DFT Info: https://deerfieldtheater.com/
Performances:
Friday, 4/5 & 4/12 at 7:30pm
Saturday, 4/6 & 4/13 at 2:00pm and 7:30pm
Sunday, 4/7 & 4/14 at 2:00pm
Purchase Tickets
This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit deerfieldtheater.substack.com
Theater D Presents, Noises Off!
Theater D Info: https://theaterd.com/
DFT Info: https://deerfieldtheater.com/
Performances:
Friday, 4/5 & 4/12 at 7:30pm
Saturday, 4/6 & 4/13 at 2:00pm and 7:30pm
Sunday, 4/7 & 4/14 at 2:00pm
Purchase Tickets
This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit deerfieldtheater.substack.com
DFT Presents, Disney's Beauty and the Beast The Broadway Musical!
DFT Info: https://deerfieldtheater.com/
Performances:
Friday, 11/10 & 11/17 at 7:30pm
Saturday, 11/11 & 11/18 at 1:30pm and 7:30pm
Sunday, 11/12 & 11/19 at 1:30pm
Purchase Tickets
This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit deerfieldtheater.substack.com
DFT Presents, Disney's Beauty and the Beast The Broadway Musical!
DFT Info: https://deerfieldtheater.com/
Performances:
Friday, 11/10 & 11/17 at 7:30pm
Saturday, 11/11 & 11/18 at 1:30pm and 7:30pm
Sunday, 11/12 & 11/19 at 1:30pm
Purchase Tickets
This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit deerfieldtheater.substack.com
DFT Presents, Disney's Beauty and the Beast The Broadway Musical!
DFT Info: https://deerfieldtheater.com/
Performances:
Friday, 11/10 & 11/17 at 7:30pm
Saturday, 11/11 & 11/18 at 1:30pm and 7:30pm
Sunday, 11/12 & 11/19 at 1:30pm
Purchase Tickets
This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit deerfieldtheater.substack.com
DFT Presents, Disney's Beauty and the Beast The Broadway Musical!
DFT Info: https://deerfieldtheater.com/
Performances:
Friday, 11/10 & 11/17 at 7:30pm
Saturday, 11/11 & 11/18 at 1:30pm and 7:30pm
Sunday, 11/12 & 11/19 at 1:30pm
Purchase Tickets
This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit deerfieldtheater.substack.com
DFT's TYA (Theater for Young Audiences) Presents, Fancy Nancy The Musical!
DFT Info: https://deerfieldtheater.com/
Check out April Sigman-Marx.
Performances:
Thursday, 8/3; 6:00 pm
Friday, 8/4; 10:30 am and 6:00 pm
Saturday, 8/5; 10:30 am and 2:00 pm
Sunday, 8/6; 10:30 am
Purchase Tickets: https://bit.ly/3othZ4Q
DFT's TYA (Theater for Young Audiences) Presents, Fancy Nancy The Musical!
DFT Info: https://deerfieldtheater.com/
Check out Danny Abosch.
Performances:
Thursday, 8/3; 6:00 pm
Friday, 8/4; 10:30 am and 6:00 pm
Saturday, 8/5; 10:30 am and 2:00 pm
Sunday, 8/6; 10:30 am
Purchase Tickets: https://bit.ly/3othZ4Q
DFT's TYA (Theater for Young Audiences) Presents, Fancy Nancy The Musical!
DFT Info: https://deerfieldtheater.com/
Performances:
Thursday, 8/3; 6:00 pm
Friday, 8/4; 10:30 am and 6:00 pm
Saturday, 8/5; 10:30 am and 2:00 pm
Sunday, 8/6; 10:30 am
Purchase Tickets: https://bit.ly/3othZ4Q
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Theater D: https://www.theaterd.com/
DFT Info: https://deerfieldtheater.com/
Performances:
Friday, 04/14; 7:30pm
Saturday, 04/15; 2:00 pm and 7:30 pm
Sunday, 04/16; 2:00 pm
Purchase Tickets: https://bit.ly/3othZ4Q
Message us: https://anchor.fm/dft
Theater D: https://www.theaterd.com/
DFT Info: https://deerfieldtheater.com/
Performances:
Fridays, 04/07 and 04/14; 7:30pm
Saturdays, 04/08 and 04/15; 2:00 pm and 7:30 pm
Sunday, 04/16; 2:00 pm
Purchase Tickets: https://bit.ly/3othZ4Q
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Kate Baldwin: http://www.kate-baldwin.com
DFT Info: http://deerfieldtheater.com
Performances:
Fridays, November 11 & 18, 7:30 pm
Saturdays, November 12 & 19, 7:30 pm
Sundays, November 13 & 20, 2:00 pm
Purchase Tickets: https://bit.ly/3othZ4Q
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DFT Info: http://deerfieldtheater.com
Performances:
Fridays, November 11 (sold out) & 18, 7:30 pm
Saturdays, November 12 & 19, 7:30 pm
Sundays, November 13 & 20, 2:00 pm
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DFT Info: http://deerfieldtheater.com
Performances:
Fridays, November 11 (sold out) & 18, 7:30 pm
Saturdays, November 12 & 19, 7:30 pm
Sundays, November 13 & 20, 2:00 pm
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DFT Info: http://deerfieldtheater.com
Performances:
Fridays, November 11 (sold out) & 18, 7:30 pm
Saturdays, November 12 & 19, 7:30 pm
Sundays, November 13 & 20, 2:00 pm
Purchase Tickets: https://bit.ly/3othZ4Q
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Lauren Berman's 4 Chairs Theatre: https://www.4chairstheatre.org
DFT Info: http://deerfieldtheater.com
Performances:
Fridays, November 11 (sold out) & 18, 7:30 pm
Saturdays, November 12 & 19, 7:30 pm
Sundays, November 13 & 20, 2:00 pm
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DFT Info: http://deerfieldtheater.com
Performances:
Fridays, November 11 (sold out) & 18, 7:30 pm
Saturdays, November 12 & 19, 7:30 pm
Sundays, November 13 & 20, 2:00 pm
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DFT Info: http://deerfieldtheater.com
Performances:
Fridays, November 11 (sold out) & 18, 7:30 pm
Saturdays, November 12 & 19, 7:30 pm
Sundays, November 13 & 20, 2:00 pm
Purchase Tickets: https://bit.ly/3othZ4Q
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DFT Info: http://deerfieldtheater.com
Purchase Tickets: https://bit.ly/3othZ4Q
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DFT Info: http://deerfieldfamilytheater.com
Purchase Tickets: https://bit.ly/3othZ4Q
DFT 20th Anniversary Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OsUV6hNSUY0
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DFT Info: http://deerfieldfamilytheater.com
Open Position(s): https://www.deerfieldparks.org/jobs/
Audition Info: http://deerfieldfamilytheater.com/auditions.shtml
Audition Workshop: https://register.deerfieldparks.org/wbwsc/webtrac.wsc/search.html?module=AR&PrimaryCode=152705
Jewett Park Community Center: 836 Jewett Park Dr, Deerfield, IL 60015
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DFT Info: http://deerfieldfamilytheater.com
Open Positions: https://www.deerfieldparks.org/jobs/
Laney's email: laney@deerfieldparks.org
Deefield Park District: https://www.deerfieldparks.org
Check out these events: Rodeo Roundup, Woofstock, and Youth Ceramics
Jewett Park Community Center: 836 Jewett Park Dr, Deerfield, IL 60015
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DFT Info: http://deerfieldfamilytheater.com
Theater D Info: https://theaterd.com/
Don't Dress for Dinner Tickets: https://bit.ly/3othZ4Q (performances on April 1, 2, 3, 8, 9 and 10)
Mark's email: mark@deerfieldparks.org
Deefield Park District: https://www.deerfieldparks.org
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DFT Info: http://deerfieldfamilytheater.com
Schoolhouse Rock Live Tickets: https://bit.ly/3othZ4Q (performances on November 12, 13, 14, 19, 20 and 21)
Village of Deerfield: https://www.deerfield.il.us
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DFT Info: http://deerfieldfamilytheater.com
Schoolhouse Rock Live Tickets: https://bit.ly/3othZ4Q (performances on November 12, 13, 14, 19, 20 and 21)
Deerfield Public Library Podcast: https://deerfieldlibrary.org/podcast/
Deerfield Public Library Theater Resources: https://bit.ly/3cuzsCV
Dylan's email: podcast@deerfieldlibrary.org
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DFT Info: http://deerfieldfamilytheater.com
Schoolhouse Rock Live Tickets: https://bit.ly/3othZ4Q (performances on November 12, 13, 14, 19, 20 and 21)
Matt Canon: https://www.facebook.com/matt.canon.5
Deerfield Park District Summer Camp: https://www.deerfieldparks.org/programs/summer-camps/
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DFT Info: http://deerfieldfamilytheater.com
Schoolhouse Rock Live Tickets: https://bit.ly/3othZ4Q (performances on November 12, 13, 14, 19, 20 and 21)
Jeff's email: jeff@deerfieldparks.org
Jeff's #: 847-572-2612
Deerfield Park Foundation Donations: https://www.deerfieldparks.org/get-involved/dpf/donations/
Deerfield Park District Events: https://www.deerfieldparks.org/events/
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The Deerfield Park District was established in 1951 to provide recreation programs and facilities for residents of all ages. The park system operates on revenue received from the district's share of real estate property taxes and user fees. District taxpayers have priority in all of our classes. In 1947, some residents of Deerfield formed the Jewett Park Association and purchased a 11.48 acre parcel of property from the Jewett family which became known as Jewett Park. In 1951, the park district was officially formed and became a member of the Illinois Association of Park Districts. The new district purchased Jewett Park from the association, entered into a cooperative agreement with the local school districts, and hired its first employee. In 1955, the district built its first facility, the fieldhouse in Jewett Park. In, 1973, the Jewett Park Community Center was opened, and in 2003, the Patty Turner Center (a joint program of the Deerfield Park District and the Village of Deerfield offering programs and services for adults 50 and above) was also opened to the public. With the construction of these two new facilities, the fieldhouse was torn down and replaced by a park pavillion with a warming house, restrooms, outdoor fireplace, a path system, new playground and more.
DFT Info: http://deerfieldfamilytheater.com/
Schoolhouse Rock Live Tickets: https://bit.ly/3othZ4Q (performances on November 12, 13, 14, 19, 20 and 21)
George Keating: georgepkeating@gmail.com
Scott Ferguson: http://www.scottfergusonhomes.com/
Lawyers for the Creative Arts: https://law-arts.org/
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GEORGE KEATING (Associate Artistic Director, Voice and Movement Core) is a longtime member of Actors’ Equity Association. He holds a B.F.A. in Acting from The Theatre School at DePaul University, where he is an Adjunct Professor of Movement to BFA and MFA Acting majors. George is co-founder of Theatrebam Chicago and co-creator of the award-winning hit show Schoolhouse Rock Live!. He appeared in SRL! in Chicago, on tour and off-Broadway. George was honored to train in kabuki with Shozo Sato, Royal Treasure of Japan, culminating in a performance in the world premiere Kabuki Lady Macbeth at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre. George was honored with the inaugural Angela Lansbury Award for Best Supporting Actor at the International Mystery Writers’ Festival. He appears on Chicago’s many stages such as: Paramount, Goodman, Northlight and Court. Notable roles: Baptista Minola, The Taming of the Shrew; Felix Ungar, The Odd Couple: George Banks, Mary Poppins; Thenardier, Les Miserables; The Baron, Grand Hotel and Gould in Grey Gardens. This is George’s fifteenth summer as core faculty at NHSI where he previously directed The Serpent, The Madwoman of Chaillot, The Other Shore, Strider, Find Hakamadare!, The Scarecrow, The Handmaid’s Tale, A Dream Play, A Very Old Man With Enormous Wings and Animal Farm.
SCOTT FERGUSON is a teacher, writer, director and entrepreneur. He has taught theatre at the Northwestern University National High School Institute, “Cherubs,” for 22 years. Scott is the Co-Founder and Artistic Director of Theatrebam Chicago where he wrote and created the hit shows, Schoolhouse Rock Live!, Schoolhouse Rock Live Too! and The Main Street Kids’ Club: A MathStart Musical. Some favorite shows he has directed: The Rocky Horror Show, Xanadu, Pippin, A Year With Frog And Toad (3 times), Altar Boyz, Big River, Saucy Jack & The Space Vixens, Aida, Beauty And The Beast, Floyd Collins, Jekyll & Hyde, Bat Boy, Evita, Return To The Forbidden Planet and The Mystery Of Irma Vep. In Chicago, Scott is also loving his career as a Realtor and raising his puppy Rufus!
Visit http://deerfieldfamilytheater.com/ for more info and https://bit.ly/3othZ4Q to purchase tickets!