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Experience stories come alive at the Black Mountain Center for the Arts with the Encore Players, a senior readers theatre program dedicated to the craft of script-in-hand performance. This second season celebrates the power of the actor's voice to ignite the imagination without the pressure of memorization. Participants will enjoy a collaborative environment that fosters social connection and lifelong learning. Whether you are a veteran of the stage or a curious newcomer, the Encore Players offer an accessible way to dive deep into character development and share the joy of storytelling through public performances. Join us as we launch this vibrant new chapter in the Swannanoa Valley, proving that the magic of theatre is an enduring spirit that only grows richer with time.
Audition sides are available via email or in person at 225 West State Street, Black Mountain. No prepared monologues are necessary; cold readings only.
Auditions!
An Old Fashioned Family Murder
By Joe DiPietro
Monday, August 17th
Tuesday, August 18th
12-2pm
Show Dates:
October 23-25, 2pm
Get ready for a weekend of suspense, wit, and local talent as the Encore Players Senior Readers Theatre takes the stage at the Black Mountain Center for the Arts. This October 23, 24, and 25, the talented ensemble will bring Joe DiPietro's gripping mystery-comedy, "An Old Fashioned Family Murder," vividly to life through the captivating power of sharp vocal performances. In alignment with BMCA's mission to keep the arts accessible to everyone, admission for this community production is completely "pay what you can." Join your neighbors for a hilarious, twist-filled whodunit that proves brilliant storytelling doesn't need heavy sets to leave a lasting impression. Don't miss this hilarious performance, just in time for Halloween!
About The Director
Deborah Keppers Lonon
Deborah Lonon first appeared onstage as Ruby in a 1974 Adrian College production of Dames at Sea. Fifty + years later, she is beyond delighted to be directing an Encore Players production here at BMAC. Deborah has studied and taught at the International Institute for Readers Theater in London, England, and was the former Performing Arts Coordinator at WPCC where she taught acting and directed many student productions, including her own adaptation of Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing. She has directed two Readers Theater Club productions at MACA in Marion, and continues to appear onstage, most recently as Diana and Millie in California Suite at 35 Below. Here at BMCA, she was cast as Gingy in Love, Loss and What I Wore and is so happy to be back in this beautiful theater!
Join the Encore Players
Experience stories come alive this season as the Black Mountain Center for the Arts proudly introduces the Encore Players, a brand-new senior readers' theatre program dedicated to the craft of script-in-hand performance.
Open auditions are held for Encore players based on upcoming productions
There are no upcoming auditions, but you can be notified about Encore Players updates by signing up below!