Michael Bozeman has been in theater most of his life. He began acting for a Christian drama group out of the First Church of the Nazarene. His face lights up recalling his first line as one of the lions in Daniel and the Lion’s Den. “You can say that again.”
Fans of the Roswell Community Little Theatre will recall Michael's impressive Improv skill. He is quick-witted and a strong physical comedian and a great troupe leader for Mission Improvable.
Michael’s talent extends far beyond stage work. His murals for scenery and set design have delighted audiences. For RCLT’s 65th season opener, “Is He Dead?” audiences will get to see a taste of Paris rising above the set thanks to Michael.
His talent and curiosity drive Michael to study theatrical arts. In his very limited spare time, he tunes in to older television shows that feature physical comedy, sharp timing and great set management.
Michael is great at performing on stage, whether it's in an Improv or a scripted play. He can become any character required for the performance and enjoys the element of surprise in live theater.
Michael stars RCLT’s Curtain’s Rising fund raiser, at the Liberty this year. Come see Michael in, I Love You to Deatha Speakeasy dinner theater, this Saturday. See his mural at the theater inIs He Dead?
Shaylee O’Dwyer has been participating in Kids Arts Program (KAPS) since she was eight years old. She enjoys theater and is pleased to be cast in the lead role in Roswell Community Little Theatre's and KAPS' next production, opening May 12th.
Shaylee will star as Mary Call in the dramatic adaptation of "Where the Lilies Bloom," a young adult novel by Bill and Vera Cleaver. The story takes place in rural Appalachia, and Shaylee has risen to the challenge of dialect immersion. Shaylee is particularly excited to learn how to act as a different character - as Mary Call, she is absolutely learning a new persona.
Shaylee recently hammed it up in the KAPS improv troupe. She recalls being the 'two headed expert,' live on stage. The point of the game is to think and listen on your feet; two people are the two-heads of an expert being interviewed. Each person can only say one word at a time as the interview moves forward. Laughing at the memory, Shaylee recalls the interview going something like, "Well… we… wake… and… we… cry." The audience laughed themselves hoarse on that occasion.
Another of Shaylee’s favorite memories is her earlier role in "Crisis Incorporated." She playacted as one of the people who get to panic for hire. It was great fun.
The more Shaylee performs in new roles, the greater the empathy and compassion she develops for daily life. She also says that theater helps her listen to others and step outside of herself.
You won’t want to miss Shaylee in "Where the Lilies Bloom." Opening on May 12th at the Roswell Community Little theatre. The play will run for two weekends, with performances on Friday and Saturday nights and a Sunday matinee. For more information, or tickets, go to Roswell Community Little Theatre.
Jacob Sanders has been in theater for over twelve years. He truly delights in being on stage and making people laugh, and it's a good thing. He is a natural comedian. He has a sharp wit, creative vision and knowledge that has grown steadily since his early days in Missoula Children's Theater. In short he's a natural for theater and an great talent at improv.
Since Jacob learned the dramatic arts at an early age, he speaks of the joy it has given to be on stage and learn with his siblings. He particularly enjoyed performing in the Odyssey with his younger and older brother.
Recently he was cast in a lead role in the short comedy version of 39 Steps, performed in partnership between Roswell Community Little Theatre and The Liberty The production was smart, funny, and a great evening. Jacob played his role masterfully and his love of theater showed through in every scene.
Jacob's enjoyment of drama and the dramatic arts is rooted in his love for people. He wants to make people happy. He says that if he can make people laugh and enjoy themselves while he is on stage then he as done his job. Jacob is charming in person, but once he is on-stage, that charm is magnified. He is a delightful performer and addition to any cast. He has a fabulous team spirit and is fearless in enacting improv games.
For a fun family night out, join Jacob at Mission Improvable Friday night. FOr more information or to buy tickets, click below.
Keaton Hartwell has been in the dramatic arts since he was a child. He began in KAPS (Kids Arts Programs) when it was located at the First Presbyterian Church of Roswell prior to 2013. He began working with the Improv Ensemble at Roswell Community Little Theatre (RCLT) with Alethea Hartwell's fist improv performance at RCLT in 2021.
Physical comedy is one of Keaton Hartwell's strengths. A product of the Commedia dell'Arte, a school of the dramatic arts developed in Italy in the late 1500's, physical comedy showcases athleticism and timing. Many of us have enjoyed this type of comedy in theater and on television, with the likes of Charlie Chaplin, John Ritter, Dick Van Dyke, Jackie Chan, Jennifer Aniston, and Bette Midler to name a few. The Pratt fall, the "Drunken Master," and even the double-take can be types of physical comedy. It lends itself beautifully to improv. In the photo, Hartwell seems to be falling, even though he is still in control of his actions. It's lively, funny, and compelling stage work.
Hartwell is not the only physical comedian in the ensemble. Lynetta Zuber, Michael Bozeman, and new members Jacob Sanders and Brice Hager have great strengths in this area.
Hartwell, Hager, Bozeman, Zuber and Sanders are all athletic and have wonderful senses of timing -- two things critical for physical comedy. They are also quick witted and enjoy being on stage. They connect with the audience. All of these qualities make a great fit for improv.
The Improv ensemble at RCLT is filled with many fine talents and the performance will be fun for all ages. Don't miss this Friday's show, interact with the cast, put some great comedy in your day. This live improv will be Friday, Nov. 4, 7:30 pm at the Roswell Community Little Theatre. We hope to see you there.
Moving with his military family, Randy Nolan grew up in Germany, Texas, and North Carolina. Randy is a proud father and a husband to his wife who was an Olympic athlete in volleyball. Following the family tradition of military service, Randy is a Navy chaplain and now interim pastor at First Presbyterian here in Roswell, NM.
Randy began his love of community theater in high school while living in El Paso Texas, where he was cast in Royal Hunt of the Sun. But he had been acting and enjoying the theater since the first grade. He played the White Rabbit in Alice in Wonderland at the ripe old age of six. Since then, he has been in over fifty shows and worked with over twelve different theaters.
Early on he admits to being drawn to theater to meet girls. Soon he grew to enjoy being on stage, hearing the laughter and applause. He claims he basically played himself in, You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown, and laughs remembering a line in the play. “You were born to play this part."
Rehearsal for Clue: On Stage
Randy recalls a role in George Bernard Shaw’s Major Barbara, where he had to stand for 45 minutes without acting. It was difficult to say the least. While performing in Avalanche at El Paso, one cast member kept showing up drunk and Randy had to think quickly and learn to ad lib.
One of Randy’s favorite memories is playing the “ugly and wizened,” Judge Wargrave in Agatha Christie’s And Then There Were None, sometimes known as Ten Little Indians. Randy remembers being boo-ed every night at curtain call and said playing a “bad guy” was tremendous fun.
In his latest role in Clue: On Stage, Randy dies again and again.
Come see Randy in Clue: On Stage, opening Friday May 6 There will be six shows: May 6 and 7 at 7:30 p.m. and May 8 at 2:30 p.m. also May 13 and 14 at 7:30 p.m. and May 15 at 2:30 p.m. in Roswell Community Little Theatre. For more information go to: https://roswelltheatre.com/events/clue-on-stage/
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