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Wabeno Area Players
Open Auditions
Guys On Ice
6:00 p.m.
Sunday, May 4, 2025
Wabeno Town Hall

A little about the show…

The story of two ice fishing buddies from Northern Wisconsin who talk and sing about life, love and the one that got away. In their ice fishing shanty, long-time pals Lloyd and Marvin keep warm with a mutual appreciation for good bait, cold beer and the Green Bay Packers. As Marvin anxiously awaits his opportunity to appear on a cable TV fishing show and share secrets of his life on da’ lake, Lloyd ponders a recent squabble with his wife concerning plans to spend their anniversary at Lambeau Field, and both pals scramble to protect their cold ones from fellow angler Ernie the Moocher.

Audition materials below:

For questions about auditions or the show please call (715) 889-1606

The Wabeno Area Players are proud to present our first main stage production of 2025! Join for us for this laugh-out-loud comedy about a convent with a few bad habits. Romance, hijinks, and intrigue abound in this Tom Smith farce.

Shows are April 11th and 12th at 7pm or Sunday at 2pm.

Tickets are available online by clicking here or an hour prior to showtime at the door. Tickets are 15 dollars for adults and 10 for students. All performances in the Nancy Volk Auditorium at Wabeno High School.

What do four nuns, a priest, two reporters who impersonate a nun and a priest, a Cardinal and a somewhat clueless gardener who also dresses up as a priest have in common? If that sounds confusing, it is! If you need a laugh, head to Wabeno Area Players production of “Drinking Habits” by Tom Smith.

“Drinking Habits” tells the story of two nuns at the Sisters of Perpetual Sewing who have been secretly making wine to keep the convent doors open. Their operation is threatened when two reporters, posing as a nun and a priest, arrive in search of a story.

Chaos ensues as accusations and mistaken identities run wild in this laugh-out-loud farce. Sprinkle in additional nuns and some romance and you’ve got a hilarious experience at the theater.

The comedy opens Friday, April 11th at 7:00 p.m. with additional performances Saturday, April 12th at 7:00 p.m. and Sunday, April 13th at 2:00 pm. For more information, call (715) 473-5466 or (715) 889-0306. This Wabeno Area Players production is the Nancy Volk Auditorium located at Wabeno High School, 4325 Branch St., Wabeno, WI 54566. This play is appropriate for all ages. Tickets are $15 for Adults and $10 for Students.

Tickets can be purchased online by clicking here or will also be available at the door one hour before each performance.

Picture Caption: A scene form Wabeno Area Players production of Drinking Habits. Sr. Philamina (Mary Ellen Keller), George (Tim Derfus) and Sr. Augusta (Lori Mattern)

The players are ready to start our first Reader’s Theater of 2025. For those thinking about participating it’s easy, fun and a minimal time commitment. The following is the rehearsal dates and information about the performance:

Rehearsals:

• Sunday, Feb 23rd from 12pm-2pm
• Wednesday, Feb 26th from 5:30pm- 7pm
• Thursday, Feb 27th from 5:30pm- 7pm

Performance:

• Sunday, March 2nd at 1 pm at the Big Easel

Performing at the Big Easel is the best setting we could ask for. Nothing beats the energy and environment. Tim and Connie created the perfect venue for this Theater Form. You will enjoy every minute of it!

What is readers theater?

Reader’s Theater is a performance where actors read scripts allowed to represent a story to the audience. How does it work? Actors use their voice, facial expressions and body language to convey meaning. They hold the script throughout the performance. NO MEMORIZING! There are sometimes costumes, props and other special effects.You only need to commit to two rehearsals and of course the performance. Please let me know by this Thursday, February 20th by 5:00PM. Once we know who would like to participate, selections will be chosen and distributed. The rehearsal place will be announced as soon as we have everyone that wants to participate. This performance will focus on short fun comedy selections for individuals and small groups.

You don’t need experience! Everyone is welcome! If you know of someone that might enjoy this let, them know about this opportunity.

If you would be interested in participating, or would like more information please send an email to wabenoap@gmail.com or call Josh at (715) 889-1606. Leave a message and he will get back to you.

We can’t wait to get started! Let’s have some fun and create something all will enjoy!

The UW Madhatters can’t wait to perform for Wabeno! Tickets are still available for next week’s Febuary 15th performance. Whether you need a last minute Valentines date idea or you just love music, join us for an evening of entertainment with this incredibly talented bunch.