Tag Archives: Ilene Chalmers

Save My Black Soul at Laurel Mill Playhouse, Jan 16-Feb 1

Save My Black Soul at Laurel Mill Playhouse, Jan 16-Feb 1

Laurel Mill Playhouse presents:
Save My Black Soul
by Evan Carrington
Director – Jeremy Keith Hunter
Produced by Maureen Rogers

Performances January 16 – February 1, 2026
Performances Fri. at 8 PM; Sat at 8 PM; Sun. at 2 PM.

Location: Laurel Mill Playhouse

“Save My Black Soul” is a period drama that takes place during the Golden Age of Hollywood, and follows a young, struggling African-American actor named Edward Foster. Edward, being fed up with the roles that are being offered to him in Hollywood, decides to move to New York City to create a theatre space where he can mold the next generation of up-and-coming actors of color. While his aspirations may be pure, the journey to get there will be anything but flawless.

Ticket prices are as follows:
Adults: $20, Children 18 and under, Seniors 65 and over, and active duty military: $15

For further information, please call 301-617-9906, or contact Maureen Rogers at maureencrogers@gmail.com or 301-452-2557.

Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley at Laurel Mill Playhouse, Dec 5-21

Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley at Laurel Mill Playhouse, Dec 5-21

Laurel Mill Playhouse presents:
Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley Auditions
by Lauren Gunderson and Margot Melcon
Directed by Ilene Chalmers
Produced by Maureen Rogers

Performances December 5 – 21, 2025
Performances Fri. at 8 PM; Sat at 8 PM; Sun. at 2 PM.

Location: Laurel Mill Playhouse

THE STORY: A sequel to Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice set two years after the novel ends, MISS BENNET continues the story, only this time with bookish middle-sister Mary as its unlikely heroine. Mary is growing tired of her role as dutiful middle sister in the face of her siblings’ romantic escapades. When the family gathers for Christmas at Pemberley, an unexpected guest sparks Mary’s hopes for independence, an intellectual match, and possibly even love.

Ticket prices are as follows:
Adults: $20, Children 18 and under, Seniors 65 and over, and active duty military: $15

For further information, please call 301-617-9906, or contact Maureen Rogers at maureencrogers@gmail.com or 301-452-2557.

Auditions for Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley by Laurel Mill Playhouse, Sep 28-30

Auditions for Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley by Laurel Mill Playhouse, Sep 28-30

Laurel Mill Playhouse announces auditions for:
Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley Auditions
by Lauren Gunderson and Margot Melcon
Directed by Ilene Chalmers
Produced by Maureen Rogers

Auditions Sunday, September 28th, 2025, from 11am to 1pm, and
Tuesday, September 30th from 7pm to 9pm

Performances December 5 – 21, 2025
Performances Fri. at 8 PM; Sat. at 1 or 2 PM; Sat at 8 PM; Sun. at 2 PM.

Location: Laurel Mill Playhouse

THE STORY: A sequel to Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice set two years after the novel ends, MISS BENNET continues the story, only this time with bookish middle-sister Mary as its unlikely heroine. Mary is growing tired of her role as dutiful middle sister in the face of her siblings’ romantic escapades. When the family gathers for Christmas at Pemberley, an unexpected guest sparks Mary’s hopes for independence, an intellectual match, and possibly even love.

For more information, click here.

Sylvia at Laurel Mill Playhouse, Sep 6-22

Sylvia at Laurel Mill Playhouse, Sep 6-22

Laurel Mill Playhouse presents:
Sylvia
by A. R. Gurney
directed by Ilene Chalmers

Performances September 6 – 22. Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm and 2 selected Sundays at 2pm.

Location: Laurel Mill Playhouse

THE STORY: Greg and Kate have moved to Manhattan after twenty-two years of child-raising in the suburbs. Greg’s career as a financial trader is winding down, while Kate’s career, as a public-school English teacher, is beginning to offer her more opportunities. Greg brings home a dog he found in the park—or that has found him—bearing only the name “Sylvia” on her name tag. A street-smart mixture of Lab and poodle, Sylvia becomes a major bone of contention between husband and wife. She offers Greg an escape from the frustrations of his job and the unknowns of middle age. To Kate, Sylvia becomes a rival for affection. And Sylvia thinks Kate just doesn’t understand the relationship between man and dog. The marriage is put in serious jeopardy until, after a series of touching complications, Greg and Kate learn to compromise, and Sylvia becomes a valued part of their lives.

Ticket prices are as follows:
Adults: $20, Children 18 and under, Seniors 65 and over, and active duty military: $15

For further information, please call 301-617-9906, or contact Maureen Rogers at maureencrogers@gmail.com or 301-452-2557.

Auditions for Sylvia at Laurel Mill Playhouse, Jun 17 & 18

Auditions for Sylvia at Laurel Mill Playhouse, Jun 17 & 18

Laurel Mill Playhouse announces auditions for:
Sylvia
by A. R. Gurney
directed by Ilene Chalmers

Auditions Monday, June 17th and Tuesday, June 18th at 7pm.
Please email LMP508main@gmail.com for location of audition. Auditions are NOT at Laurel Mill Playhouse.

Performances September 6 – 22. Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm and 2 selected Sundays at 2pm.

THE STORY: Greg and Kate have moved to Manhattan after twenty-two years of child-raising in the suburbs. Greg’s career as a financial trader is winding down, while Kate’s career, as a public-school English teacher, is beginning to offer her more opportunities. Greg brings home a dog he found in the park—or that has found him—bearing only the name “Sylvia” on her name tag. A street-smart mixture of Lab and poodle, Sylvia becomes a major bone of contention between husband and wife. She offers Greg an escape from the frustrations of his job and the unknowns of middle age. To Kate, Sylvia becomes a rival for affection. And Sylvia thinks Kate just doesn’t understand the relationship between man and dog. The marriage is put in serious jeopardy until, after a series of touching complications, Greg and Kate learn to compromise, and Sylvia becomes a valued part of their lives.

Cold readings from script.
If you have a headshot and resume please bring to auditions. Also, bring any conflicts that you may have between your audition date and September 22nd. This helps us to make a rehearsal schedule.
Questions? Email lmp508main@gmail.com or call Maureen at 301-617-9906.