We are often asked for audition tips before and after Sunset auditions so here are some suggestions from our Furlan Directors and our Musical MainStage/SideNotes Producers. SUNSET PLAYHOUSE AUDITION GUIDELINES and RECOMMENDATIONS BEFORE THE AUDITION The first responsibility is to be prepared – physically, mentally, emotionally, and vocally. Song choice is important. Be sure […]
Sunset creates magic with its captivating ‘Pippin’ October 18, 2025 By Marilyn Jozwik Following a marvelous “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” this summer, Sunset again hits the mark with its current show “Pippin.” A raucous Friday night crowd was in the palm of this cast’s collective hand as they reeled off one fabulous number
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For the first time in our 19-year history, we’re featuring a stage full of horns! You’ll hear tributes to groups like Earth, Wind, and Fire; Chicago; Blood, Sweat, and Tears; and the Commodores. Meet the cast: SHAWN HOLMES returns following his triumphant appearance in last month’s Broadway concert. His credits include work with Skylight Music
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I had totally forgotten about the iconic orange roofs and 28 flavors of ice cream at the once popular Howard Johnson restaurants and motor lodges– until I saw Sunset Playhouse’s “Murder at the Howard Johnson.” Set within the orange and blue walls of a Howard Johnson room with the signage for the place glowing outside
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Victorian women fight crime and convention in Sunset’s intriguing ‘Miss Holmes’ June 9, 2025 By Marilyn Jozwik Like a good birthday cake, I love it when plays have layers. Such is the case with “Miss Holmes,” Sunset Playhouse’s latest offering. As the name suggests, it is derived from Arthur Conan Doyle’s characters, including the famous
What do all boy bands have in common? Screaming fans who “Want it That Way!” We have a great cast of guys ready to bring back 70 years of hits! MEET THE CAST: RYAN CHARLES has appeared in dozens of Sunset’s professional offerings including ELVIS, MOTOWN, EAGLES, BEATLES, and JOURNEY. Also: JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR for
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MUSICAL MAINSTAGE POP DIVAS – March 10-11, 2025 Meet the Cast Never in 18 seasons have we had such a big, talented, diverse cast, and they are ready to entertain you with some of the biggest pop hits of the last 70 years! Check out the song list (and available tickets) on the website. In
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It’s back to the ‘90s where we have lots of “Friends in Low Places!” ‘90s COUNTRY – MEET THE CAST! HANNAH ESCH has become a Musical MainStage regular. Sunset audiences will also recognize her from her roles as Bea (SOMETHING ROTTEN), Lady of the Lake (SPAMALOT), Veronica Sawyer (HEATHERS: THE MUSICAL), and Cinderella (INTO THE
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We are excited and honored to be recipients of a @paysbig Heart of Canal Street grant. We can’t wait to share the joy of theater with more and more students! At the Heart of it all Giving has always been at the heart of who we are, and that’s why we include it in our
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9 to 5, The Musical is a hit with our audiences and patrons! Set in the late 1970s with music and lyrics by Dolly Parton, this hilarious story of friendship and revenge in the Rolodex era is outrageous, thought-provoking, and even a little romantic. Click HERE to read the Milwaukee Magazine review. 9 to 5
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Is all that California rockin’ another earthquake? No, just a tuneful tribute to West Coast bands and artists like the Doors (Light My Fire), Doobie Brothers (Listen to the Music, Black Water), and Jefferson Airplane (White Rabbit), not to mention a little Journey, Eagles, Toto, Santana, and 3 Dog Night. C’mon, let’s Take it to the Limit one more time! Meet the Cast:
CALIFORNIA ROCK: Musical MainStage, March 4-5, 2024. Meet the Cast Read More »
SOUL SISTERS – January 22-23, 2024 at Sunset Playhouse. A diverse, larger-than-usual cast will knock your socks off with their tribute to some of the great ladies of soul. Meet the cast: CYNTHIA COBB’s credits include PORGY AND BESS, GERSHWIN AND FRIENDS, AIN’T MISBEHAVIN’, SMOKEY JOE’S CAFÉ, TINTYPES, and BLUES IN THE NIGHT, all at
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