Youths can audition for ‘Lion King’

VALDOSTA, Ga. – Auditions are scheduled this weekend for youngsters wishing to be a part of the “Circle of Life.” Little Actors Theatre holds auditions Saturday for “The Lion King Jr.,” said Diane Tovar, LAT director. The “Jr.” designation means the show is an abridged version of the original musical and is specifically designed with a young cast and crew in mind, according to organizers. Auditions are open to children and teens, ages 5 to 19 years old, Tovar said. Since “The Lion King Jr.” is a musical, children auditioning should be prepared to sing a short song of one minute, Tovar said. Children selected are expected to rehearse 5:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays and 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays; with more rehearsals during the week prior to show dates, according to LAT. The show is scheduled to be performed March 4, 5. Auditions are scheduled 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 7, Little Actors Theatre headquarters, 1108 S. Patterson St. More information: Visit www.littleactorstheatrevaldosta.com.

 

Monroe Crossing coming to Milledgeville Allied Arts

MILLEDGEVILLE, Ga. — Monroe Crossing will present an evening of bluegrass concert in Allen’s Market at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 11. Tickets for the performance are $15 each and can be purchased at the Marlor House, 201 N. Wayne St., Milledgeville from 9 to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday or online atwww.milledgevillealliedarts.com. The band is named in honor of Bill Monroe, “The Father of Bluegrass Music.” Monroe Crossing entertains audiences with an electrifying blend of classic bluegrass, bluegrass gospel, and heartfelt originals. Based in Minnesota, the group plays an average of 125 shows a year at major venues and festivals, frequently for non-bluegrass audiences — and people often comment that they’d never really liked bluegrass music until they attended a Monroe Crossing concert. The performance will be held in the historic Allen’s Market Building, located at 101 West McIntosh Street in downtown Milledgeville. Seating is limited. Call 478-452-3950 for more information or visit www.milledgevillealliedarts.com .

 

Payne to speak at Murray Republican Party meeting

CHATSWORTH, Ga. — Chuck Payne is the guest speaker at the January 2017 Murray Republican Party meeting at 6:30 p.m. at the Charles “Judy” Poag Murray County Senior Center. Payne is running for state Senate District 54 in the Jan. 10 special election runoff. He listed his party affiliation as Republican, His opponent is Debby Peppers, who did not list an affiliation.

 

Suwannee River Jam 2017 auditions begin Saturday

LIVE OAK, Fla. —  It will soon be time for the 2017 Suwannee River Jam at The Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park. The first SRJ Audition for 2017 is set for Saturday in the Music Hall where country solo singers, duets and bands have the chance to audition for a spot in the artist lineup at the upcoming SRJ. The weekend will kick off in style with Juke Box Oldies Band on Friday in the Music Hall. If you love oldies music from 50s through the 80s with great guitar players, rock solid rhythm section, energetic keyboards and great singing, it’s your time to come out. The Jukebox Oldies is an accomplished oldies band whose members have brought back great memories and dancing for many years with their unmatched music. Don’t dance? No problem! Come have dinner with us, try our sensational new Southern Soul Barbecue menu, bring your friends, listen and enjoy. Doors open at 5 p.m., music from 8 p.m. to midnight.vOn Saturday, it’s the first Suwannee River Jam Audition of 2017. Two were held in the fall, but this Saturday, our first 2017 audition is in the Music Hall. Country solo singers, duets and bands will audition for the chance to move to the finals where finalist to perform at the Jam will be chosen. If you have a favorite North Florida/South Georgia singer, duet or band, come out and see who will be auditioning. There’s free admission with doors opening at 5 p.m., and auditions beginning at 7 p.m.

 

US 82 detour planned in Tifton for railroad repairs

TIFTON, Ga. – A brief detour is scheduled next week on U.S. 82/State Route 520 for maintenance of a railroad crossing near downtown Tifton. Weather permitting, the detour is scheduled to begin at 8 a.m., Jan. 4 and end at 5 p.m., Jan. 5. Westbound U.S. 82 traffic will turn right on Main Street (SR 7), left on Second Street, left on Ridge Avenue South and right to return to U.S. 82. Eastbound traffic will turn left on Ridge Avenue South, right on Second Street, right on Main Street and right to return to U.S. 82.