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Allen Aston and Patrick McEvoy, from left, top row, and Drew Davis-Wheeler and Tyler Shilstone, from left, front row, are featured in the Stardust Playhouse production of ÒMarijuana-logues,Ó which opens Friday night in Monterey.

OPENING

· JAN. 26-FEB. 19

PacRep SoDAonStage presents "Hairspray." Opens at 7:30p.m., Thursday, Jan. 26; Continuing at 7:30p.m. Thu-Sat nights and 2p.m. Sundays through Feb. 19 at the Golden Bough Playhouse, Monte Verde Street between Eighth and Ninth avenues, Carmel. $7-$20 (discounts for seniors, children, students, teachers, military) at Golden Bough Box Office, Carmel (Tuesday - Saturday, 11a.m.- 4p.m.), 622-0100 or www.pacrep.org. For info about the SoDA program, call 622-9175.

· JAN. 27

Staged reading of Steve Hauk's play "Fortune's Way, or Notes on Art for Catholics (and Others)." at 7p.m. Friday, Jan. 27, at St. Angela's Merci Church, 146 Eighth St., Pacific Grove. The church is the site of California impressionist E. Charlton Fortune's first liturgical commission more than 80 years ago. The play looks back over the career of Fortune, considered one of California's greatest artists. Monterey Peninsula actress Teresa Del Piero plays Fortune. $10 donation, available at the church office or by calling 655-4160. The doors open at 6:30p.m. Info: Bobbie Morrison, 394-1924 or morrs667@sbcglobal.net.

· JAN. 27-29

Monterey High School Theater presents a double feature of Roald Dahl's "James and the Giant Peach" and "Fantastic Mr. Fox." At 7:30p.m. Frid-Sat, Jan. 27, 28, and 2p.m. Sunday, Jan. 29, at the Monterey High School Campus Theater


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(up Madison from Pacific to five-way stop. Take upper left road, Herrmann Way, to theater and parking on left). "James and the Giant Peach" is directed by Mariah McAdams, "Fantastic Mr. Fox" by Andrew White. $10 general, $5 student, $7 seniors, available at the box office. 277-8658. www.MontereyHighDrama.com.

CONTINUING

· THROUGH JAN. 29

Stardust Playhouse presents "Marijuana-logues." Continues at 8p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, with 2p.m. Sunday matinees, through Jan. 29 at The Stardust Playhouse, 2115 Fremont St., Suite. C., Monterey. $15, available at www.stardustplayhousemonterey.com or 402-8940.

AUDITIONS,

CLASSES &

WORKSHOPS

· JAN. 28, 31, FEB. 4, 7

Auditions for The Wharf Theater's "Broadway 2012." At 4p.m. Saturday, Jan. 28, 7:30p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 31, 4p.m. Saturday, Feb. 4, and 7:30p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 7, at the Wharf Theater, Fishrman's Wharf, Monterey. 649-2332.

· FEB. 3-4

The Western Stage announces a new round of auditions. 4p.m. Friday, Feb. 3, acting only; 12:30p.m. and 2p.m. Saturday, Feb. 4, musicals and acting only. At The Western Stage at Hartnell College, 411 Central Ave. Salinas. Email Maria-Elena Cordero, casting coordinator, for audition opportunities at mcordero@hartnell.edu.www.westernstage.com, 998-0751.

· FEB.3-4

The MPC Theatre Company auditions for Kander and Ebb's classic musical "Cabaret." 6:30-9:30p.m. Friday, Feb. 3, and 10a.m.-2p.m. Saturday, Feb. 4, at the Carmel Performing Arts Center at Carmel High School (Note: this is not a collaborative production between CUSD and MPC Theatre). Rehearsals will begin mid-May. All roles are open. Needed are fabulous singers, dancers and actors ages 16-70. Auditioners should prepare a song (please bring the appropriate sheet music) and be prepared to learn a dance combination. Directed by Gary Bolen, choreographed by Susan Cable and with musical direction by Barney Hulse, "Cabaret" will play June 28-July 15. Contact Gary Bolen at gbolen@mpc.edu or at 646-4085.

· FEB. 4-6

Pacific Repertory Theatre auditions. PacRep announces open auditions for communitysingers, dancers, and actors for PacRep's 2012 season musicals, "Fiddler on the Roof," "Disney's Beauty and the Beast" and "Spamalot." Auditions will be held on Saturday, Feb. 4, 10a.m.-5p.m.; Sunday, Feb. 5, 9a.m.-noon; and Monday, Feb. 6, 6-9p.m. at the Golden Bough Playhouse, on Monte Verde Street between Eighth and Ninth avenues, Carmel. Audition time is 3 minutes, consisting of two contrasting1-minutesong excerpts (upbeat and ballad), and a 1-minute monologue or poem. Accompanist will be provided. Please bring sheet music in your key. Auditions will take place by appointment only. Call Cindy at 622-0700 Ext. 100 to schedule an audition.

· MARCH 20

ARIEL Theatrical registration for Spring Conservatory Programs. "You're a Good Man Charlie Brown," for those 12-17, begins rehearsals March 20. At the Karen Wilson Children's Theatre in Oldtown Salinas. For more information call ARIEL Theatrical at 775-0976 or www.arieltheatrical.org.

·ONGOING

The Western Stage seeks volunteers in its technical and front-of-house departments. Call 755-6988, or 755-6981, or go online at wwww.westernstage.com to apply or for information.

· ONGOING

·ONGOING

MPC Theatre Company is seeking volunteers. Needed: ushers, ticket-takers and concessionaires. In addition to performance-night volunteers, the company is also seeking individuals to help distribute fliers and promotional materials throughout the Peninsula. All active volunteers will receive complimentary tickets to MPC Theatre Company productions. To join the Stock Society or for more information, contact Henry Guevara at 646-4213 or mpcboxoffice@mpc.edu.

· ONGOING

Paper Wing Theatre looking for actors interested in auditioning. The Paper Wing Theatre Company, located at 320 Hoffman Ave. at Lighthouse in New Monterey, is currently looking for actors interested in auditioning, with no experience necessary. Specifically, the company is looking for two men ages 18-30, one male any age and one woman age 18-30. Actors will be asked to read cold from a script. Call 521-4512 to make an appointment (leave a message if there is no answer). PaperWingTheatreCo.com.

· ONGOING

Hartnell College Theatre Arts Department is accepting students for its series of workshops and classes. Whether you're new to theater or a seasoned performer, there are opportunities to develop your skills under the guidance of a team of professional actors and directors. For ages 9-13. 755-6987, 755-6988, www.westernstage.org.