‘Chapter Two’ follows not-so-young lovers

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Updated: February 28, 2012 8:07AM

Footlight Players of Michigan City will present the Neil Simon comedy “Chapter Two” Feb. 3-12.

Directed by Jan Rice, the play tells the story of recent widower, writer George Schneider, who is encouraged by his younger brother Leo to start dating again, sending him into even more depression after a series of bad matches.

Even when he finds a keeper it is still a bumpy trip on the road to Dreamland for these not-so-young lovers as they overcome both their hesitation on the rebound and emotional neediness.

The cast of “Chapter Two” features Marianne LaRiccia, Dee Piotrowski, Donald Beck and James Drader.

Footlight Players is also having auditions for its upcoming production of “Funny Money” 7-10 p.m on Feb. 12 and 13. The cast calls for two women and six men ages 30 to 50.

Footlight Theatre is located at 1705 Franklin St., Michigan City. Call 874-4035 for reservations for “Chapter Two” or more information about auditions.

Youth workshops

The Chicago Street Theatre in Valparaiso has started registration for the second semester Children’s Theatre Workshops. Deadline to enroll is Feb. 10.

All school-age children are eligible to participate, and there are classes designed for every level and beginners through advanced.

Students learn through storytelling, puppets, music, imagination, structured play, favorite stories and creative expression. Some of the benefits and results of these classes include improved concentration, discipline, self-esteem, empathy, understanding, problem solving and collaboration. Participation in these workshops paves the way for students who aspire to be on the CST stage. Classes run through the week of May 7. Classes will not meet the week of March 27 due to spring break in many school districts. Director of education Lisa Formosa-Parmigiano and Peyton Daley are the instructors.

For more information about specific classes, times, fees and registration forms, please go online to www.chicagostreet.org and click on the Get Involved and Spring Classes tabs. Formosa-Parmigiano also may be reached by email at lisafp@chicagostreet.org.

Chicago Street Theatre is in downtown Valparaiso at 154 W. Chicago St.

Auditions

Dunes Summer Theatre is holding special auditions for its summer production of “Avenue Q.”

Director Lisa Lake is looking for actors who can sing and learn puppetry for this unique show.

The auditions will be held 1-4 p.m. on Feb. 11 and 12 at First Congregational Church, 531 Washington St. in Michigan City. “Avenue Q” will run June 8-24.

Call 879-7509 for more information.