Saturday January 27th will see the introduction of the newest offering from the Sherman Players – THE COLD LEMONADE READING SERIES, hosted by MORGANA KATE WATSON!
For playwrights and screenwriters, cold reads are an essential stage in the development of new works. For actors they can also be the theatrical equivalent of a gym workout! However, the opportunities for cold reading sessions are rarely afforded to writers outside of cities such New York and Los Angeles so the Sherman Players are thrilled to be able to bring the brand-new COLD LEMONADE READING SERIES to our community.
Writers and actors are invited to come along to our inaugural session on Saturday January 27th at the Sherman Playhouse, where the works of up to 5 local writers, selected in advance by host Morgana, will have 10-minute extracts read by a team of actors. There’ll then be an opportunity for discussion of the pieces with the authors. Spots are still available for writers to submit their pieces to Morgana for consideration.
Actors – if you want to flex your thespian muscles just turn up at 7pm on the night. Morgana will have scripts and will cast the lineup for each reading from who is present. Simple as that! And while casting can’t be guaranteed for this session (roles aren’t unlimited, after all), don’t worry there will be more sessions for you to strut your stuff. In the meantime, sit back, relax, and enjoy a great night of theater!
The readings will commence at 8 pm.
If you’d just like to come along to enjoy the readings and support your local writers and actors, the Players would love to see you there.
There’s no fixed amount for attending, though you’re encouraged to make a small donation at the door to help cover costs.
To register your interest and find out more about this and future sessions just email Morgana at lemonade@shermanplayers.org.
Steve Stott, President of the Sherman Players says, “We think this is a great opportunity to support our local writers and actors – and who knows, maybe we’ll be playing our part in discovering the next big Broadway hit or Oscar winning screenplay!”
About The Sherman Players: Since 1926, the Sherman Playhouse has been a gem inspiring the creative energies of performing artists of all ages. Great Theatre Is Closer Than You Think. The Sherman Players is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization run by volunteers, with additional funding from the CT Department of Economic Development/Office of the Arts and CT Humanities.. Visit our site at www.shermanplayers.org