<div dir="ltr"><div><b><font size="4">What:  Directors' Pitches</font></b></div><div><b><font size="4">When: Saturday, May 4, 2024 beginning at 10:00am</font></b></div><div><b><font size="4">Where: Avon Lake City Public Library, Parke Conf Room (32649 Electric Blvd, Avon Lake, OH 44012)</font></b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;text-align:justify;line-height:normal;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="color:black"><b>Mighty Goliath Productions (MGP) </b>is seeking directors to pitch 2-3 family-friendly musicals perfect for a large cast. Think big Broadway productions!</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;text-align:justify;line-height:normal;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="color:black"> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;text-align:justify;line-height:normal;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">We have a passionate group of volunteers ready to fill production roles (musical director, stage manager, etc.) However, we encourage you to feel free to bring your own team members on board as well!</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;text-align:justify;line-height:normal;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="color:black"> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;text-align:justify;line-height:normal;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">To ensure a successful production within our budget, please include estimated costs in your pitch. Remember, we are a non-profit with a budget of around $10-15K (including show rights). The cast usually helps with costumes.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;text-align:justify;line-height:normal;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="color:black"> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;text-align:justify;line-height:normal;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">MGP holds a non-traditional community theater rehearsal schedule. Here's a breakdown:</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0in 0.25in;text-align:justify;line-height:normal;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="color:black"> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;text-align:justify;line-height:normal;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Auditions: Typically held in August</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;text-align:justify;line-height:normal;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Full Cast Rehearsals: Begin in September/October and are held only on Friday evenings.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;text-align:justify;line-height:normal;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Additional Rehearsals: Allowed for principal roles or featured dancers.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;text-align:justify;line-height:normal;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="color:black"> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;text-align:justify;line-height:normal;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Show Dates (to be confirmed) are in late January or February 2025.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;text-align:justify;line-height:normal;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="color:black"> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;text-align:justify;line-height:normal;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Interested individuals should email their resume to </span><a href="http://lists.neohiopal.org/listinfo.cgi/neohiopal-neohiopal.org" target="_blank" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:blue">mightygoliathproductions@gmail.com</span></a><span style="color:black"> as soon as possible, and we will set up a time slot. A/V will be available if you would like to bring a digital presentation; or if you provide a word/pdf document in advance, it will be made available to our Board Members for the meeting.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;text-align:justify;line-height:normal;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="color:black"> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;text-align:justify;line-height:normal;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Questions may be sent to </span><a href="http://lists.neohiopal.org/listinfo.cgi/neohiopal-neohiopal.org" target="_blank" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:blue">mightygoliathproductions@gmail.com.</span></a><span style="color:black"></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;text-align:justify;line-height:normal;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="color:black"> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;text-align:justify;line-height:normal;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Empowering volunteers to bring joy to the community, Mighty Goliath Productions (MGP) is a non-profit theater organization that raises funds for the Avon Lake City Schools Performing Arts Programs. Actors, musicians, stage crew, and production staff all dedicate their talents to creating fun, family-friendly productions.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;text-align:justify;line-height:normal;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="color:black"> </span></p><span style="line-height:13.91px;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif;color:black">To learn more, please visit our website at </span><span style="line-height:13.91px;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><a href="https://www.mightygoliath.com/" target="_blank" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">https://www.mightygoliath.com/</a></span><span style="line-height:13.91px;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif;color:black"> for past shows, traditions, history, and mission.</span></div></div>