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Join us for the annual Avalon Park Fourth of July Celebration! The festivities will kick off on July 4, 2024, starting at 5 p.m. Located in the heart of Avalon Park Wesley Chapel, the up-and-coming Downtown for Wesley Chapel! There will be fireworks, food trucks, vendors, a complimentary bounce park, and much more! The Fourth of July Celebration event is free and open to the public.

PARKING – Located at Trinity Church and Pinecrest Academy on State Rd 54. Additional parking available on New River Elementary with shuttle service.

🚌 Avalon Park residents, a complimentary shuttle will be available for transport from the Amenity Center on River Glen Blvd. to the Downtown starting at 4PM.

Conveniently located 3.5 miles East of I-75 on SR 54. For more information on this and other events, please email us at Info@AvalonParkWesleyChapel.com or call 813-783-1515.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

Whether you are enjoying one of the large quarterly festivals or relaxing in the park at one of the monthly movies, the community is full of life and a variety of family-friendly activities.

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Sep 15

WCTG It’s A Wonderful Life Auditions 2024-09-15 @ 7:00pm -

WCTG It’s A Wonderful Life Auditions

The Wesley Chapel Theater Group is excited to announce auditions for It’s a Wonderful Life – A Live Radio Play, adapted by Joe Landry and directed by Samantha Grahn.

This unique production is a play within a play, featuring actors playing actors, making for a fun and meta-theatrical experience! Auditions are open to the entire community, and we welcome actors of all ethnicities. To be eligible, you must be at least 18 years old at the time of auditions. We pride ourselves on being a community theater that values diverse talent and experience levels. Interested actors should complete an audition form and provide a list of any potential date conflicts. We strongly encourage all adults aged 18 and over to apply.

Audition form: https://forms.gle/uN2zqun6jMeFD93A8

Please note that Wesley Chapel Theater Group is a non-profit theater, and this is a non-equity production. All cast and crew volunteer their time and talent.

When: Sunday, September 15th and Tuesday, September 17th at 7:00 PM.

Where: Auditions will be held at Avalon Park Wesley Chapel Community Center, 5227 Autumn Ridge Drive, Wesley Chapel, FL 33545

Contact: If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us via email at wesleychapeltheatergroup@gmail.com.

Performance Dates and Locations: • Sunday, December 1, 2024, at the Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center, 12118 Lake Blanche Dr, Odessa, FL 33556. • Saturday, December 7, 2024, at 7:00 PM and Sunday, December 8, 2024, at 2:00 PM at the Lions Club of Zephyrhills, 5827 Dean Dairy Rd, Zephyrhills, FL 33541.

Rehearsal Schedule: Rehearsals will begin on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, and will be held twice a week from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM. The final schedule will be provided once casting is complete and the availability of the actors and crew is confirmed. As we approach the performance dates, additional rehearsals may be added, so please inform us of any conflicts as soon as possible. Rehearsals will take place at either the Avalon Park Wesley Chapel Community Center, 5227 Autumn Ridge Drive, Wesley Chapel, FL 33545, or the Lions Club of Zephyrhills. While the exact rehearsal schedule is still to be determined, expect rehearsals to be mostly on weekday nights, with occasional sessions on Saturdays and/or Sundays.

Important Note: All performers and production volunteers must be available for all tech week rehearsals and performances. We are also seeking individuals who can play musical instruments for jingles and transition music.

Additional Crew and Casting: We are also seeking individuals who can play musical instruments for jingles and transition music. We are also looking for a Stage Manager, stage crew, sound, lights, and front of the house volunteers. Please feel free to contact us if you would like to volunteer for any of those positions.

Casting: The production involves each character playing multiple roles. We will be looking for different “radio voices” and characterizations of each character.

As this is a radio play set in 1946, the characters your character is playing are portrayed mainly through distinctive voices. Show us your ability to switch up between these characters. If you are auditioning for the role of the foley artist, you will be improvising sound effects with a few objects we will have on hand while the others read.

Jake Laurents: Male, (20s/30s) – Plays George Bailey/Young George. George is a typical American dreamer. Jake has a quiet, friendly demeanor that makes him popular with his fans. He is an actor of some renown.

Freddie Filmore aka Announcer: Male, (30s–60+) – Vaudeville Type, Plays Announcer, Mr. Gower, Henry F. Potter, Uncle Billy Bailey, Ernie, Peter Bailey, Old Man Collins, Ed, Man (at Martini’s), Nick, Bridge Keeper, Binky, Pete Bailey (child), Cop

Harry “Jazzbo” Heywood: Male (30s/40s) – must be able to do an Irish brogue and an Italian accent. Plays Harry Bailey/Young Harry, Bert The Cop, Clarence Oddbody, As-2, Sam Wainwright, Dr. Campbell, Man2, Charlie, Horace the Bank Teller, Tommy Bailey (child), Mr. Welch, Mr. Giuseppe Martini, Sheriff. He has big energy.

Sally Applewhite: Female 20s/30s – Plays Mary Hatch Bailey/Young Mary. Sally is sweet as pie.

Joseph or Josephine: Male or Female (45-60)- Plays the Superintendent of Angels

Lana Sherwood: Female (30s/40s) – Plays Violet Bick/Young Violet, Matilda, Ruth Dakin Bailey, Rose Bailey, Mrs. Hatch, Mrs. Thompson, Schultz, Janie Bailey (child), Zuzu Bailey (child), Sadie Vance, and Woman.

Foley Artists/Stage Manager: Male or Female (Any Age) – This role involves performing as a Foley artist who creates live sound effects on stage using a range of intriguing props, adding a dynamic layer to the show. This character is larger than life and has the potential to steal the spotlight. Bring your energy and enthusiasm!

Date:

2024-09-15
7:00pm -

Address:

Avalon Park Clubhouse

5227 Autumn Ridge Drive, Wesley Chapel, FL 33545

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Sep 17

WCTG It’s A Wonderful Life Auditions 2024-09-17 @ 7:00pm -

WCTG It’s A Wonderful Life Auditions

The Wesley Chapel Theater Group is excited to announce auditions for It’s a Wonderful Life – A Live Radio Play, adapted by Joe Landry and directed by Samantha Grahn.

This unique production is a play within a play, featuring actors playing actors, making for a fun and meta-theatrical experience! Auditions are open to the entire community, and we welcome actors of all ethnicities. To be eligible, you must be at least 18 years old at the time of auditions. We pride ourselves on being a community theater that values diverse talent and experience levels. Interested actors should complete an audition form and provide a list of any potential date conflicts. We strongly encourage all adults aged 18 and over to apply.

Audition form: https://forms.gle/uN2zqun6jMeFD93A8

Please note that Wesley Chapel Theater Group is a non-profit theater, and this is a non-equity production. All cast and crew volunteer their time and talent.

When: Sunday, September 15th and Tuesday, September 17th at 7:00 PM.

Where: Auditions will be held at Avalon Park Wesley Chapel Community Center, 5227 Autumn Ridge Drive, Wesley Chapel, FL 33545

Contact: If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us via email at wesleychapeltheatergroup@gmail.com.

Performance Dates and Locations: • Sunday, December 1, 2024, at the Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center, 12118 Lake Blanche Dr, Odessa, FL 33556.

• Saturday, December 7, 2024, at 7:00 PM and Sunday, December 8, 2024, at 2:00 PM at the Lions Club of Zephyrhills, 5827 Dean Dairy Rd, Zephyrhills, FL 33541.

Rehearsal Schedule: Rehearsals will begin on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, and will be held twice a week from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM. The final schedule will be provided once casting is complete and the availability of the actors and crew is confirmed. As we approach the performance dates, additional rehearsals may be added, so please inform us of any conflicts as soon as possible. Rehearsals will take place at either the Avalon Park Wesley Chapel Community Center, 5227 Autumn Ridge Drive, Wesley Chapel, FL 33545, or the Lions Club of Zephyrhills. While the exact rehearsal schedule is still to be determined, expect rehearsals to be mostly on weekday nights, with occasional sessions on Saturdays and/or Sundays.

Important Note: All performers and production volunteers must be available for all tech week rehearsals and performances. We are also seeking individuals who can play musical instruments for jingles and transition music.

Additional Crew and Casting: We are also seeking individuals who can play musical instruments for jingles and transition music. We are also looking for a Stage Manager, stage crew, sound, lights, and front of the house volunteers. Please feel free to contact us if you would like to volunteer for any of those positions.

Casting: The production involves each character playing multiple roles. We will be looking for different “radio voices” and characterizations of each character.

As this is a radio play set in 1946, the characters your character is playing are portrayed mainly through distinctive voices. Show us your ability to switch up between these characters. If you are auditioning for the role of the foley artist, you will be improvising sound effects with a few objects we will have on hand while the others read.

Jake Laurents: Male, (20s/30s) – Plays George Bailey/Young George. George is a typical American dreamer. Jake has a quiet, friendly demeanor that makes him popular with his fans. He is an actor of some renown.

Freddie Filmore aka Announcer: Male, (30s–60+) – Vaudeville Type, Plays Announcer, Mr. Gower, Henry F. Potter, Uncle Billy Bailey, Ernie, Peter Bailey, Old Man Collins, Ed, Man (at Martini’s), Nick, Bridge Keeper, Binky, Pete Bailey (child), Cop

Harry “Jazzbo” Heywood: Male (30s/40s) – must be able to do an Irish brogue and an Italian accent. Plays Harry Bailey/Young Harry, Bert The Cop, Clarence Oddbody, As-2, Sam Wainwright, Dr. Campbell, Man2, Charlie, Horace the Bank Teller, Tommy Bailey (child), Mr. Welch, Mr. Giuseppe Martini, Sheriff. He has big energy.

Sally Applewhite: Female 20s/30s – Plays Mary Hatch Bailey/Young Mary. Sally is sweet as pie.

Joseph or Josephine: Male or Female (45-60)- Plays the Superintendent of Angels

Lana Sherwood: Female (30s/40s) – Plays Violet Bick/Young Violet, Matilda, Ruth Dakin Bailey, Rose Bailey, Mrs. Hatch, Mrs. Thompson, Schultz, Janie Bailey (child), Zuzu Bailey (child), Sadie Vance, and Woman.

Foley Artists/Stage Manager: Male or Female (Any Age) – This role involves performing as a Foley artist who creates live sound effects on stage using a range of intriguing props, adding a dynamic layer to the show. This character is larger than life and has the potential to steal the spotlight. Bring your energy and enthusiasm!

Date:

2024-09-17
7:00pm -

Address:

Avalon Park Clubhouse

5227 Autumn Ridge Drive, Wesley Chapel, FL 33545

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Sep 18

Acrylic Painting Class 2024-09-18 @ 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Acrylic Painting Class

Join us for a 4-week Beginning Acrylic Painting course with artist Diana Godiva, meeting every Wednesday in Avalon Park Wesley Chapel!

Explore alla prima painting, art elements, and unique compositions. Bring your personal photos for inspiration.

Date:

2024-09-18
1:00pm - 4:00pm

Address:

Avalon Park Clubhouse

5227 Autumn Ridge Drive, Wesley Chapel, FL 33545

Phone:

8137831515

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Sep 19

Downtown Avalon Park Wesley Chapel Grand Opening 2024-09-19 @ 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Downtown Avalon Park Wesley Chapel Grand Opening

The community is invited to attend the grand opening of Downtown Avalon Park Wesley Chapel. Join us for a ribbon cutting and meet the businesses that make up the first downtown building.

Date:

2024-09-19
4:00pm - 6:00pm

Address:

Downtown Avalon Park Wesley Chapel

4424 Friendly Way, Wesley Chapel, FL 33543

Phone:

8137831515

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Sep 25

Acrylic Painting Class 2024-09-25 @ 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Acrylic Painting Class

Join us for a 4-week Beginning Acrylic Painting course with artist Diana Godiva, meeting every Wednesday in Avalon Park Wesley Chapel!

Explore alla prima painting, art elements, and unique compositions. Bring your personal photos for inspiration.

Date:

2024-09-25
1:00pm - 4:00pm

Address:

Avalon Park Clubhouse

5227 Autumn Ridge Drive, Wesley Chapel, FL 33545

Phone:

8137831515

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Oct 19

Spooktacular 2024-10-19 @ 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Spooktacular

Date:

2024-10-19
5:00pm - 8:00pm

Address:

Downtown Avalon Park Wesley Chapel

33613 State Rd 54

Phone:

8137831515

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