BLT Looking for Directors

Bradford Little Theatre is seeking people who would like to direct a show in the 2009-10 season.

Anyone interested in directing a production can contact BLT president Richard Marcott or any BLT board member by April 15. Marcott can be reached at 3 Parkway Lane or by e-mail through President@bradfordlittletheatre.org.

“While would-be directors may have a particular show in mind,” Marcott said, “it’s not mandatory. The board can offer several pre-approved plays for your consideration.”

The season will include at least three productions with performance space reserved for Oct. 16-18, Dec. 18-20, 2009 and March 13-15, May 14-16, 2010 at the Bromeley Family Theatre, University of Pittsburgh at Bradford. Other venues are possible as well.

In addition to full-length plays like mysteries, comedies, dramas and musicals, BLT is open to special projects such as an evening of one-act performances.

Once someone indicates an interest, Marcott said the board will help that person develop a submission package to be considered for our 2009-2010 season to be announced this summer. Also, he noted, those interested in learning to direct are encouraged to contact BLT about being an assistant director

For further information, people may contact Marcott.

The BLT season is supported by the Pennsylvania Partners in the Arts, the regional arts funding partnership of the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, a state agency. State government funding comes through an annual appropriation by Pennsylvania’s General Assembly and from the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency. PPA is administered in this region by the Elk County Council on the Arts. Also, McKean Arts Council supports this season.

Now in its 12th season, continues to promote, encourage, and produce community-based theatre in the Bradford area. By making theatre available and accessible to the public, BLT provides opportunities for community participation, appreciation, and education, thus enriching the community and increasing interest in the arts. An award-winning theatre company, BLT is a member of the American Association of Community Theatres, the Theatre Association of New York State (TANYS), and is a founding member of the Pennsylvania Association of Community Theatres.