2:40 | Saxophone: Steven Foster | Vocals: Carol Anne Hartman | Acoustic Guitar, Vocals: Jeff Hartman | Drums: Phill Kirby | Bass: Scott McCloud | Andrew Parker: Trombone | Tim Phillips: Trumpet | Electric Guitar: Jeremy Shaw | Saxophone: Phillip Whack
Produced by Jeff Hartman, Plastic Moon Engineered by Chris Garges, Old House Recording Studio; Michael French, Down to Hear Studios; Jeff Hartman, Stone Drive Studio, Down to Hear Studios & Hickory Arts; Scott McCloud; Steven Thigpen, Hickory Theatre; Kent Wooten, The Cove Mixed by Jeff Hartman, Hickory Arts Mastered by Dave Harris, Studio B Mastering
2. Ain’t Even Hungry No More (Live from The Cove)
5:11 | Vocals: Carol Anne Hartman | Acoustic Guitar, Vocals: Jeff Hartman | Bass: Scott McCloud | Electric Guitar: Jeremy Shaw | Drums: Curtis Wingfield
Engineered by Michael French, Down to Hear, and Kent Wooten, The Cove Live Mix by Kent Wooten, The Cove Produced by Jeff Hartman, Plastic Moon Mastered by Dave Harris, Studio B Mastering
Hi, Peeps! Just a quick heads up before the holidays that I’m Directing & Music Directing Last Stop on Market Street in the McCreary Theatre at The Green Room. Auditions are in January. The show goes up in March.
This is a unique opportunity to sing & rap; to perform Hip-Hop, R&B & Jazz in a musical similar in style to In the Heights.
It’s a six-person, ensemble cast; four of which play 17 different characters combined!
This new musical is based on the best-selling book by Matt de la Pena / Illustrated by Christian Robinson.
It’s The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air situation in reverse! Six-year-old CJ is (reluctantly) staying with his (extremely over-the-top) Nana, in a world considerably different from the one he’s used to (his phone and tablet). The disagreeable (and let’s just admit it, whiny) child is dragged on a bus ride that’s loud and gritty, and weird. Guided by his veritable force-of-nature Nana, CJ travels a little closer to his roots and sees that things are not always what they seem. This is one hip-hop, eclectic, heart-thumpin’, toe-tappin’ joy ride.
It was adapted for the stage by Cheryl West with Music & Lyrics by Lamont & Paris Dozier.
Trivia! Lamont Dozier was a singer, songwriter, and record producer from Detroit. He co-wrote and produced 14 US Billboard number-one hits and four number-ones in the UK, including “How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved by You)” and “Stop in the Name of Love.”
The band’s in place and will perform onstage with the actors We’ve got an all-star creative team that I’m very excited to work with. For more information, check out the info and links below, including character descriptions and what to expect at auditions.
— Jeff Hartman, Hickory Arts Artistic Director
AUDITIONS
Auditions for Last Stop on Market Street will be held at The Green Room on Sunday, January 15 from 7 pm & Monday and January 16 from 7 pm with possible callbacks on Tuesday, January 17 from 7 pm.
Auditions will include singing and dancing. Please dress comfortably for your dance audition.
Please prepare 32 bars; preferably from (but not limited to) Last Stop on Market Street. Other shows with songs similar in style would be In the Heights, Hamilton, Rent, Bring It On, etc.
Suggested 32-bar selections from Last Stop on Market Street are available here: *Any can be used for any character
An accompanist will be provided. Do not bring your own accompanist.
The Green Room Old Post Office Playhouse 10 South Main Avenue Newton, NC 28658 828-464-6583 thegreenroomtheatre.org
CREATIVE TEAM
Jeff Hartman… Director & Music Director Gina Duckworth & Holley Dagenhardt… Choreography Karen McGuire… Stage Manager Rachael Morris… Technical Director John David Brown, III… Costumes Rose Goodrich… Lighting Designer Coble Hartman… Sound Engineer
REHEARSALS
Monday-Thursday from 7 pm to 9 pm beginning Monday, January 23
TECH (Call is 1 hour before Curtain)
Saturday, March 11 from 3 pm – Sitzprobe Sunday, March 12 from 7 pm – Dress Tech Monday, March 13 from 7 pm Tuesday, March 14 from 7 pm Wednesday, March 15 from 7 pm Thursday, March 16 from 7 pm
PERFORMANCES
(Call is 1 hour before Curtain)
Friday, March 17 from 7:30 pm Saturday, March 18 from 7:30 pm Sunday, March 19 from 3 pm
Tuesday, March 21 — Three Morning Performances; 9 am, 10:45 am & 12:30 pm Friday, March 24 — Three Morning Performances; 9 am, 10:45 am & 12:30 pm
Friday, March 24 from 7:30 pm Saturday, March 25 from 7:30 pm Sunday, March 26 from 3 pm followed by Strike
PRODUCERS NIGHT: Tuesday, March 21 from 7 pm
MAIN CHARACTERS
Nana Teacake Afro-Cuban, African American, or Hispanic Age: 50 Actor Play Age: 36 & up Songs: 96 Hours (Welcome to the Neighborhood) / ‘Cause I Said So / Que Descanses (Sleep Well) / Praise the Lord / Serving Up Love / Finale (Welcome to the Neighborhood Reprise)
CJ Nana’s Grandson (or Granddaughter) African American or Hispanic Age: 7 Actor Play Age: 7-15 Songs: 96 Hours (Welcome to the Neighborhood) / ‘Cause I Said So / Que Descanses (Sleep Well) / Serving Up Love / Finale (Welcome to the Neighborhood Reprise)
ENSEMBLE NOTE: Except for Nana and CJ, the four additional actors (two males and two females) play the rest of the characters. All will be required to sing, dance, and hopefully play instruments.
Ensemble Male 1 Neighborhood Occupant / Stay-at-Home Dad / Mr. Dennis (Bus Driver) Age: 18 & up Songs: 96 Hours (Welcome to the Neighborhood) / Praise the Lord / Whatcha Lookin’ At / Beat of Life / Serving Up Love / Finale (Welcome to the Neighborhood Reprise)
Ensemble Male 2 Neighborhood Occupant / Baker & Bible Man / Tatted Man / Vernon *Plays an instrument / Mr. Chow Age: 18 & up Vocal Range: Must have a strong Falsetto for “Tatman” Songs: 96 Hours (Welcome to the Neighborhood) / Praise the Lord / Whatcha Lookin’ At / Beat of Life / Serving Up Love / Finale (Welcome to the Neighborhood Reprise)
Ensemble Female 1 Neighborhood Occupant / Woman with Purse / Madam Butterfly / Softball Girl / Posey Age: 18 & up Songs: 96 Hours (Welcome to the Neighborhood) / Praise the Lord / Whatcha Lookin’ At / Beat of Life / Serving Up Love / Finale (Welcome to the Neighborhood Reprise)
Ensemble Female 2 Neighborhood Occupant / Kid on Scooter in Church Clothes / Softball Girl / Jojo Age: 16 & up Songs: 96 Hours (Welcome to the Neighborhood) / Praise the Lord / Whatcha Lookin’ At / Beat of Life / Serving Up Love / Finale (Welcome to the Neighborhood Reprise)
*Casting is relative. Don’t be afraid to audition against what’s suggested. It may give the creative team new ideas and a different perspective. Show us what ya’ got!
Original Production Photos
BAND
Jeff Hartman… Keys Chris Mayhew… Drums Jackson Sigmon… Electric Bass David Wortman… Saxophone
Notes:PERFORMANCES
Friday, March 17 from 7:30 pm
Saturday, March 18 from 7:30 pm
Sunday, March 19 from 3 pm
Tuesday, March 21 — Three Morning Performances; 9 am, 10:45 am & 12:30 pm
Thursday, March 23 — Three Morning Performances; 9 am, 10:45 am & 12:30 pm
Friday, March 24 from 7:30 pm
Saturday, March 25 from 7:30 pm
Sunday, March 26 from 3 pm
PRODUCERS NIGHT: TBD
Jeff & Carol Anne Hartman take you on a video tour on YouTube of their new album, “Then There Was Three,” on Sunday, June 26, 2022, at 7:30 pm from the comfort of your home.
This particular album has been 15 years in the making with musicians Brian Burton, Phill Kirby, Scott McCloud, Jeremy Shaw, Phillip Whack, and more.
Produced by Jeff Hartman, Plastic Moon Engineered by Chris Garges, Old House Recording Studio; Michael French, Down to Hear; Jeff Hartman, Stone Drive Studio, Down to Hear Studios & Hickory Arts; Scott McCloud; Steven Thigpen, Hickory Theatre; Kent Wooten, The Cove Mixed by Jeff Hartman, Hickory Arts Mastered by Dave Harris, Studio B Mastering
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YouTube Premiere – Then There Was Three LP Tour
Please join Jeff & Carol Anne Hartman as they take you on a video tour on YouTube of their new album, “Then There Was Three,” on Sunday, June 26, 2022, at 7:30 pm from the comfort of your home.
“Hartman,” the husband & wife combo featuring singer/songwriters Jeff & Carol Anne Hartman with drummer Chris Allen, bassist Scott McCloud, saxophonist David Wortman, and special guests Sharlata “ShiningShar” Marlin, Shannon Underwood, and Corey Knighton, will appear on the Jeffers mainstage at Hickory Theatre on Monday, May 16, 2022, from 6 pm.
“There are no small parts, only small… Shakespeares?” I’m sure I got that quote wrong but with auditions for Hickory Theatre’s production of “Something Rotten! this week, let’s talk ENSEMBLE. Before you circle “No” at “Would you accept any role?”—consider what …
Auditions for Something Rotten! will be held at Hickory Theatre on Friday, June 4th from 6:30 pm & Saturday, June 5th from 11 am with possible callbacks on Sunday, June 6th. All roles are available. Hickory Theatre encourages people of …
