UPCOMING
SHOWS
WINTER 2025
RIDE THE CYCLONE (HIGH SCHOOL EDITION)
Directed by Grey Conant and Kisky Holwerda
Performance Dates: February 19-22, 2025 Performance Location: Open Space Event Studios
RIDE THE CYCLONE (HIGH SCHOOL EDITION) is a musical journey that follows the members of a high school chamber choir who have died in a freak roller coaster accident. Given a chance to perform one last time, with their destiny in the hands of The Magnificent Karnak, they vie for the chance to return to earth. One by one, they share their hopes, dreams, and fears through a series of captivating musical numbers, each expressing why they should be chosen for another chance at life.
Packed with laughs & catchy tunes, peppered with plenty of irreverent humor, this musical is a blast for anyone looking for a fun time at the theater!
RIDE THE CYCLONE (HIGH SCHOOL EDITION) is presented by special arrangement with Broadway Licensing Global.
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Music Direction by Rachel Robinson
SPRING 2025
GUYS AND DOLLS
Auditioning ages 11-18
Directed by Grey Conant and Kisky Holwerda
Choreographed by Kisky Holwerda
Music Direction by Andrew Krueger
Audition Dates: March 7 & 8, 2025
Performance Dates: June 25-28, 2025
Performance Location: The Hayshed
In one of musical theater's most iconic stories, GUYS AND DOLLS follows New York City's gamblers, showgirls, and more in their journey to win big. Ponderosa Players is excited to immerse you in this world of underground gambling where you will become part of the action, hoping that luck will "Be a Lady" for you. We will be returning to The Hayshed for Ponderosa Players' second outdoor performance, sure to be an unforgettable night of showstopping dance and toe-tapping music under the blanket of the Central Oregon sky!
GUYS AND DOLLS is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com
Tuition: $700, due upon casting
Full rehearsal schedule will be available through the audition registration link after December 7, 2024
PRAISE FOR MAINSTAGE PRODUCTIONS
"The cast was amazing and I loved how interactive the play was. It was a wonderful production!"
"The production was incredible and you could see how close the cast and crew were in supporting each other."​
"The environment felt very safe *and* high quality. Incredible energy from directors and cast. Sense of togetherness, humor, and just going for it!"
"I loved the whole thing. Beautiful, thoughtful costumes, wonderful utilization of the entire space, great incorporation of the ensemble, and talented players."
“Perfect to every last detail. So thoughtful, such a talented cast and crew. Amazing.”
DID YOU KNOW WE OFFER PRIVATE COACHING?
Email info@ponderosaplayers.com for information on coaching for your next audition or performance!