November 2015 - NEohioPAL - lists.neohiopal.org

Frances Black in Concert to Benefit Ireland's RISE Foundation
by Jack Kilroy via NEohioPAL 24 Nov '15

24 Nov '15

*CONCERT TO BENEFIT IRELAND’S RISE FOUNDATION * *– Helping Irish families with a loved one in addiction* Frances Black, one of Ireland’s most beloved singers since the 1980s, will be joined on stage by Liz Carroll, one of the world’s best Irish fiddlers for a star-studded benefit concert for the Dublin-based RISE Foundation. The Sunday, January 17th concert begins at 7pm at the Music Box Supper Club. Frances Black, a chart-topping, award-winning entertainer, fresh off a successful fall tour of Ireland’s best venues, will sing the songs that made her a household name in Ireland. Liz Carroll, who has earned a Grammy nomination and an All-Ireland championship among her may honors and awards, will exhibit her virtuosity on the fiddle with her original compositions in the Irish tradition. Aoife Scott, an emerging star from Dublin, will sing traditional Irish songs and contemporary Irish music from her newly released CD. Rebecca Brady and Patrick Campbell, veterans of Michael Flatley’s *Lord of the Dance*, will dazzle with their renowned Irish step dancing. The New Barleycorn, Cleveland’s most popular Irish duo, will anchor the show performing favorites with vitality, passion, and a touch of passion. The show is sponsored by Friends of RISE-Ireland, Inc. in cooperation with the Music Box Supper Club. Proceeds benefit the RISE Foundation in support of families in Ireland with a loved one in addiction. The RISE Foundation is a registered charity with its principal office in Dublin, founded by the popular singer Frances Black to support families impacted by a loved one’s addictive behavior. Grateful for her own recovery from alcohol addiction, Frances felt inspired her to set-up a primary care organization that would support family members in their feeling of powerlessness, heartache, stress and anxiety. So she founded The RISE Foundation in 2009. *“The reality of addiction is that it doesn’t just destroy the person, it destroys relationships, self-worth, and the family unit. My philosophy is that it is important for the whole family to step into recovery, addiction is a family disease”* Social Entrepreneurs Ireland (SEI) awarded Frances with a prestigious Social Entrepreneur of the Year award 2010 and 2011. The RISE Foundation also won a Vodafone World of Difference award 2010. The Cleveland benefit concert is one of three being staged for the RISE Foundation with Frances Black and friends also performing shows in New York City on January 14th and in Boston on January 16th. Doors open at 5pm, the show begins at 7pm on Sunday, January 17, 2015 at the Music Box Supper Club, 1148 Main Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44113. Tickets start at $35 and are available exclusively at the Music Box Supper Club box office or online at www.musicboxcle.com. For further information, contact Jack Kilroy at 440-759-1253 or friendsofRISE(a)gmail.com ### -- Jack Kilroy Tel. 440-759-1253 * People who say it cannot be done should not interrupt those who are doing it.* (George Bernard Shaw, Irish writer) http://www.facebook.com/pages/John-P-Kilroy-Co-LPA/227957677221720 www.jackkilroy.com

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Uniquely Cleveland Nutcracker Performances get your tickets before the weekend rush
by Cleveland City Dance via NEohioPAL 24 Nov '15

24 Nov '15

The City Ballet of Cleveland, formerly Cleveland City Dance Company will be presenting its fourth annual “Uniquely Cleveland Nutcracker”.� Come enjoy the sights and sounds as The City Ballet of Cleveland and other local dancers perform this all new full length production partially funded by Cuyahoga Arts & Culture and the Ohio Arts Council.� Guest artists include Mark Otloski, Andrea Blanskstien-Otloski both formerly of Cleveland San Jose Ballet, Kate Webb from Verb Ballets and many more.� All the dancers are from the local area. Our fourth annual holiday performances are being held Saturday, December 5th at 7:00pm and Sunday, December 6th at 2:00pm at Tri-C’s Eastern Campus.� Advance reserve tickets are available for purchase online www.cityballetofcleveland.org� at the following prices - $25 for adults and $10 for children under 12 and seniors.� Tickets purchased at the theater the day of the shows are $30 for adults and $15 for children under 12 and seniors.� Cleveland City Dance, Home to City Ballet of Cleveland � � � 13108 Shaker Square Cleveland, OH 44120www.clevelandcitydance.com / 216-295-2222

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BCT Audition Announcement - Cinderella
by Amanda Zisk via NEohioPAL 24 Nov '15

24 Nov '15

*Audition Announcement* Buckeye Community Theatre announces auditions for Rodgers & Hammerstein's classic *Cinderella* Performances: April 28, 29, 30, 2016 @ 7:30 pm May 1, 2016 @ 2:00 pm Rehearsals at Buckeye Elementary School in Medina Performances at Medina High School Middle Stage *Audition Dates:*Tuesday January 26, or Thursday January 28, 2016. *Time:* Children may sign up for one 45-minute time slot between 5:30-9:00 pm *Where*: Buckeye Elementary School Music Room 3180 Columbia Rd, Medina OH 44256 *Audition Requirements:* Please prepare *18-22 bars of music in the style of the show *(please do not sing a song directly from Cinderella), *and a one minute monologue* showing a great example of characterization (i.e., choose something that will showcase your expression and your ability to create a strong character). Bring sheet music with you so our Music Director can provide accompaniment *with clear markings where you will begin and end*, and be prepared to perform your monologue multiple ways. Please memorize your song and your monologue, and do not sing acapella. *Important Notes* - Auditions are open to any child age 6-18. Although this musical has a large cast (30+ children), not every child who auditions will receive a part. - Rehearsals will be Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays beginning February 1 from 6-8pm. Not every cast member will be needed for every rehearsal (except for Thursdays, which will consistently be music rehearsals). As we get closer to the show we will add in Wednesday evenings in April, if needed. - We will ask for all conflicts between Feb 1- May 1 on your audition form. Please bring your calendars with you to fill this section out as completely as possible. Having conflicts will not prevent you from being cast, but it will give the Director an idea of the commitment you can make to the show. *Ready to Sign Up?* To sign up for a time slot, please e-mail the Director, Amanda Zisk, at *amandamarie8(a)gmail.com <amandamarie8(a)gmail.com>*. The subject of the email should be "Cinderella Audition - child's name". In the body of the email, please include: - child's name and age - parent name - parent's email - parent's phone - preferred audition day and time (Tuesday or Thursday, 5:30-6:15, 6:20-7:05,7:10-7:55, 8:00-8:45) You will receive a confirmation email with further information. We are excited to start this magical fairytale with you! Have a Bibbidy Bobbidy Boo-tiful day! BCT Staff

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Recordable live auditions
by George Butiri via NEohioPAL 23 Nov '15

23 Nov '15

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Want to Learn to be a Playwright? Be a Better Playwright? Register NOW! by Fri. 11/27
by sue holland johnson via NEohioPAL 23 Nov '15

23 Nov '15

“Master the Art: Play writing Basics for Aspiring Playwrights” Workshop Want to Learn to be a Playwright? Be a Better Playwright? Register NOW! by Fri. 11/27Have you done character background development? Is your exposition economical? Does the story reflect the theme?If not, these are some of the reasons your play probably won't sell and be produced.To: Directors, Coaches, Teachers: Please forward and share with your actors and play writing students who might benefit. WHAT: An Introduction to Play Writing Basics. . A chance for aspiring playwrights to express your creativity through developing and writing drama, comedy or ‘dramedy.' . Learn the fundamentals: combine the elements (exposition, setting, characters, plot, theme, climax, denouement, etc.) in the craft of writing a play . Tell a story through strong characters and events: Concept, Content, Format. . See your story develop ( beginning, middle, end) through scene work and evolve into a play WHEN: Mon. 11/30/15 6:00 – 8:30 P.WHERE: Shaker Heights, OHFEE: Advanced Registration $35.00 (Cash, check, credit card) Deadline: Fri. 11/27/15 Can't attend workshop? Private Play writing Coaching available by appointment. InstructorSue JohnsonDirectorWUALFor information, or to register: wakeupandlives(a)gmail.com

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Mary Poppins Chimneys FOR SALE
by Steven Hoffman via NEohioPAL 23 Nov '15

23 Nov '15

Kenston High School has seven [7] chimney units from our production of Mary Poppins available for sale to any one planning to do this show. They are castered on one side with handles so they can be tipped and easily and quickly moved on/off stage by one actor or crew person. To see them, click the link below and it will take you to show photos for Act 2. Keep scrolling down until you get to "Step In Time" for good views of these awesome chimneys. The back of each one is open so a crew person with a hand held fogger can shoot smoke up the chimneys. The effect is impressive! Kenston Center Stage Mary Poppins <http://kenston.smugmug.com/KHS/Spring-20142015/Kenston-Center-Stage/Act-2/> We'll negotiate a reasonable price based upon the number of units you wish to purchase. They're available to view upon request. If interested contact Steve Hoffman at KHS - steven.hoffman(a)kenstonapps.org

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Room Available - Coventry
by jeremy gutow via NEohioPAL 23 Nov '15

23 Nov '15

Furnished room available in my nice, two bedroom Hampshire Road apartment. $375.00 covers room and utilities. Shared kitchen, bathroom and run of the apartment. This apartment is NOT frat or dorm like. I'm a professional, mature, male; non-drinking, non-smoking, non-drugging. Available mid-December. Call Jeremy at 216.932.0847.

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Auditions for Disney's "The Little Mermaid Jr"
by Wanda Wareham via NEohioPAL 23 Nov '15

23 Nov '15

The Fine Arts Association Yarnell Youth Theatre Company Announces auditions for: Disney's "The Little Mermaid Jr" Music by Alan Menken Lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater Book by Doug Wright Directed by David Malinowski Audition Dates Wednesday, December 2 & Thursday, December 3, 2015 beginning at 6:30 pm in Corning Auditorium Callbacks - BY INVITATION ONLY Sunday, December 6, 2015 - beginning at 1:00 pm in Room 212 Rehearsals begin Sunday, December 13, 2015. There will be a 2-week break for the holidays from December 18-January 2. Rehearsals will resume on Sunday, January 3, 2016. Rehearsals will be Sunday thru Thursdays. Production Dates February 12-28. 2016 Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30 pm and Sundays at 2:00 pm. NOTE: Two daytime performances on February 18 & 25 at 11:00 am. Requirements: CALL FOR APPOINTMENT Call Ann Hedger at 440-951-7500 x103 to make appointment Auditions will be scheduled in small groups every half hour. Preparation: - Come prepared with a 16-32 bars of a standard Music Theatre song. No pop or rock songs, please. - Bring sheet music in the proper key. - An accompanist will play for all auditioners. No acapella singing. Casting Information: All roles available Cast of approximately 35 Ages 8-18 (must be 8 by audition date) Roles available -- See the FAA Website at http://www.fineartsassociation.org/theatre/audition.html for character descriptions and vocal ranges. The Fine Arts Association 38660 Mentor Avenue Willoughby, OH 44094 www.fineartsassociation.org<http://www.fineartsassociation.org> Like Us on Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/TheFineArtsAssociation> Follow Us on Twitter<https://twitter.com/TheFineArtsAssn> Catch Us on YouTube<https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVWbEY1Uq9JqrorupWl8DYg>

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Post Thanksgiving swing dance on Saturday, November 28th at the Slovenian Workmen's Home
by Valerie Salstrom via NEohioPAL 23 Nov '15

23 Nov '15

Sick of turkey? Sick of your relatives? Let us be your escape plan! Come and dance with us! Fun and easy beginner Jitterbug lesson from 8-9 with multi-year, national and international swing dance champion, Valerie Salstrom of Get Hep Swing. Immediately after the lesson (at 9 PM) Swing City Big Band will kick off an awesome night of music and swing dancing until 12am. No need to make reservations or buy tickets in advance. The event is $12 per person. No need to RSVP. Just show up and have fun! We have lots and lots of room for you and all of your friends! The Waterloo Ballroom at the Slovenian Workman's Home is located in the very artsy and lively Collinwood neighborhood. The address is 15335 Waterloo Rd, Cleveland, Ohio 44110. The Slovenian not only has a beautiful ballroom; they also have a well stocked bar. They have alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks of all kinds for sale--including a very special Slovenian beer- Lasko! There will also be some sweet and savory snacks for sale in the bar as well. There are TWO parking lots to the right of the ballroom and there is also some street parking as well. However, if you can carpool with friends that would be recommended. We also have a security guard who keeps an eye on the hall and both parking lots. We feature a variety of local and national swing, jazz, jump blues, big band and early rock and roll dance bands. You are welcome to join us just to enjoy the music. These events are fun even if you don't dance. Everyone is welcome to come and have fun with us at this swing dance. There is no need to have previous dance experience or a dance partner. Please see www.GetHepSwing.com for the most up to date information on dances, bands playing at the dances, classes, private lessons, school programs, and special topic workshops. For more info please call or email Valerie at 216-374-1927/info(a)gethepswing.com

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FREE 2 hour swing dance workshop 5-7pm on Saturday, November 28th at the Slovenian Workmen's Home
by Valerie Salstrom via NEohioPAL 23 Nov '15

23 Nov '15

Open to all residents of Cleveland! No strings attached! This program is provided through grants from The Kresge Foundation, Northeast Shores Development and Collinwood 2015. Bring your friends, neighbors, relatives, co-workers! We make learning to swing dance fun. You do NOT need to bring a dance partner or have previous dance experience. All ages and abilities are welcome to attend. 5-7pm at the Slovenian Workmen's Home,15335 Waterloo Rd. Last Saturday of each month - Nov 28 and/or Dec 26. Attend one! Attend both! In each class we will start from the beginning and cover the basic steps, how to lead and follow, a few simple moves and then some fancy schmancy moves. Please call 216-374-1927 or email info(a)gethepswing.com to reserve your place in any or all of these free workshops! (You may also show up a few minutes before class begins to register on site.) Please wear comfy clothes and shoes! What is swing dancing?? Swing dancing is a general term for all of the partnered dance forms that were created for jazz music from the 1920s through the 1950s, but are still popular today. These include; jitterbug, charleston, lindy, balboa, hand dancing and more. Usually when people speak of swing dancing they are referring to the easiest and most popular form of swing dancing which is known as the jitterbug or East Coast swing. Jitterbug will be taught in these lessons. Why swing dancing?? Because it is fun, healthy & a great way to meet people! Every participant is given a free pass to join us at the Slovenian Workmen’s Home Swing dance that night. Pre-dance lesson from 8-9pm, 6 DJs play from 9pm-12am Check out this video of what swing dancing can look like. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q2Pu1x7-Fuo Alexis Davila is a 16 year old young lady from Cleveland who just won a major competition at the International Lindy Hop Championships. Alexis has been coached by Valerie Salstrom from Get Hep Swing for the past 5 years. ...and this could be YOU! www.GetHepSwing.com

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