Directing FOREVER PLAID at Temple Theatre 2/28-3/17!

I'm directing Forever Plaid at Temple Theatre in Sanford, NC.  I grew up attending shows at the Temple, and I'm so grateful to artistic director Peggy Taphorn for giving me the opportunity to work there--a childhood dream at last come true.  We have an amazing cast of New York actors who have come to Sanford exclusively for this production: Tim (TJ) Russell www.TJRussell.org; Drew Bolander; Matt Savoca mattsavoca.com; and Austin Riley Green.  Plus which, it's Plaid, and as you know from the dedicated Plaid page on MorganSills.com, it's always been a lucky show for me.  Please take a moment and get your tickets now: templeshows.com.  I promise you'll leave with a smile and a song in your heart!

Four-time Emmy winner Michael Learned ("The Waltons") stars in Judson Theatre Company's DRIVING MISS DAISY with Lance E. Nichols (HBO's "Treme.")

Michael Learned

So proud to announce Judson Theatre Company's next show: DRIVING MISS DAISY!  Tickets on sale now at JudsonTheatre.com.

Four-time Emmy Award winner Michael Learned ("The Waltons") and Lance E. Nichols (HBO's "Treme", "Benjamin Button") star in DRIVING MISS DAISY, Alfred Uhry’s heartwarming and humorous story of the unlikely friendship between a crotchety Southern lady and her proud chauffeur. Winner of the Pulitzer Prize and an Academy Award-winning film.   Five performances only March 21-24, 2013 at Owens Auditorium in Pinehurst, NC.

Lance E. Nichols

2013 holds exciting plans

Writing a quick post on New Year's Eve before I throw caution to the winds and walk a few blocks over to Times Square. 

2012 was a banner year, with Judson Theatre Company's inaugural season: Tab Hunter and Joyce DeWitt in Love Letters by A.R. Gurney, and Jamie Farr and Rejean Cournoyer in Tuesdays with Morrie.  Both shows received a tremendous response.  I'm thankful to the actors, the crew, and everyone else who helped make the shows happen--it really does take a small army to have a successful show!

Also, I'm deeply grateful to our audience: these shows are for you.  As Judson Theatre Company heads into Season 2, we will continue to bring quality theatre to the Sandhills.  Look for an announcement of our first 2013 show in the coming weeks!

And for you New Yorkers--there should be an off-Broadway announcement before too long.

So, I head into 2013 full of gratitude for the blessings of 2012--and working hard to make 2013 the best year ever.  Please write me and let's talk about theatre; I'm eager to hear from you.

Save me an aisle seat (I've got long legs),
Morgan

Fall 2012 SETC Auditions

It's great to be here auditioning hundreds of actors for Judson Theatre Company's 2013 second season.  Lots of talented folks gathered here at fall SETC (Southeastern Theatre Conference) in Atlanta. 

After auditions are over, I think I'm going to write some general observations about how to "conquer" this type of audition.  As a former actor who is now producing and casting, it's such a blessing to be part of the process--hope to offer some truly helpful insights to those who care.

Thanks to all who have come out to fall 2012 SETC auditions!

--Morgan Sills
Executive Producer
Judson Theatre Company
www.JudsonTheatre.com

NCTC Producing Gathering...and more!

I'll be at the North Carolina Theatre Conference's (NCTC) Producing Gathering in Chapel Hill on Monday and Tuesday, as Executive Producer of Judson Theatre Company in Pinehurst.

Re: the previous post -- off-Broadway musical fundraising is complete; off-Broadway play revival has completed casting, with dazzling actors whose careers span stage, film, and tv.

Look for a big announcement from Judson Theatre Company soon re: our next shows.

And looking forward to directing FOREVER PLAID in 2013!

New Projects

There's a whole lot of producing going on!  The uniting themes seem to be: Beloved stars in famous shows by well-known authors.

In NYC, Fundraising for an off-Broadway musical right now, as well as a major revival for early next year. 

For the Road, packaging a star-driven tour with two Hollywood icons. 

In North Carolina, Judson Theatre Company has two more shows in the pipeline--just finalizing the star casting.

Plus, I've been hired to direct a production of FOREVER PLAID in February 2012.

Lots of phone calls and emails about all these projects--I guess this is what it's like to have a "full plate."

TUESDAYS WITH MORRIE photos - Jamie Farr (M*A*S*H)

Some photos from TUESDAYS WITH MORRIE - Jamie Farr (Morrie) and Rejean Cournoyer (Mitch).

And a lobby photo from opening night with Morgan Sills (Executive Producer, Judson Theatre Co.), Jamie Farr, and Daniel Haley (Artistic Director, Judson Theatre Co.)