December 2015 - NEohioPAL - lists.neohiopal.org

Improvisation Performance/Workshop with the In2ative Duo at Beck Center JAN 9th
by Matthew Charboneau via NEohioPAL 11 Dec '15

11 Dec '15

Beck Center for the Arts Presents Improvisation Performance/Workshop with In2ative Duo Saturday, January 9th 2:00 to 4:00pm Join the highly creative duo, In2ative<http://www.in2ativeduo.com/> (Kimberly Zaleski, flute and Trevor Kazarian, cello) as they discuss and demonstrate their approach to improvising while incorporating many diverse styles of music into their performance. Their music features original compositions, so there will be an emphasis on song writing as well. Instrumentalists are encouraged to bring their instrument and join in an interactive jam session - experiencing what it's like to play by ear and create your own music. Vocalists and non-musicians are also welcome. For all those interested, there will even be a beginner's guide to beat-boxing. Don't miss out on this fun and energetic music workshop! "The music created by avant-garde, flute and cello duo, In2ative<http://www.in2ativeduo.com/> offers a great example of how two apparently different musical cultures can come together and create something truly astonishing." -Andrea Caccese, CMUSE music news Improvisation Performance/Workshop with In2ative Duo Saturday, January 9th 2:00 to 4:00pm Ages: 12 and up Cost: $15 Location: Music and Dance Building - Studio 101 Beck Center for the Arts 17801 Detroit Avenue Lakewood Ohio 4410 To register or more information, call 216.521.2540 ext 37, or visit www.beckcenter.org<http://www.beckcenter.org/>

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Master Class Workshop with professionals from Cleveland Ballet, Ailey II and Verb Ballets
by Jen Garlando via NEohioPAL 11 Dec '15

11 Dec '15

Verb Ballets presents a Master Class Workshop with professionals from Cleveland Ballet, Ailey II and Verb Ballets December 29, 2015 at PlayhouseSquare Verb Ballets is excited to offer a Masterclass Workshop on Tuesday, December 29, 2015 at PlayhouseSquare in Cleveland. This all-day program includes classes in ballet, jazz and modern dance. Classes will be taught by professionals Pamela Pribisco (Cleveland Ballet), Lloyd Boyd (Ailey II) and Antwon Duncan (former Verb Ballets' dancer). These classes are recommended for all students ages 12+ and are open to all dancers who would like to attend from local studios, colleges or community. Cost is $65 and includes lunch and snacks. Limited space is available to allow for a personalized experience, register quickly at www.verbballets.org/winterintensive.html. Pre-registration required. Contact Stephanie Krise, Coordinator of Education & Outreach at skrise(a)verbballets.org for scholarship information. Classical Ballet with Pamela Pribisco 10:30-12:00 pm The class will work on grace, precision of movement and elaborate formal gestures, steps and poses. Coordination, strength, flexibility, rhythm and musicality are all emphasized. Emphasis is on correct body placement and developing a love of dance. Modern (Horton) with Lloyd Boyd 12:45-2:15 pm This class will focus on learning proper dance technique such as isolations of the body, improving performance quality and developing complex rhythms and patterns. Jazz with Antwon Duncan 2:30-4:00 pm Explore elements of contemporary dance, the unique ways in which the body expresses techniques and focus on movement from the inside out. The class will consist of a warm-up followed by exercises that emphasize extension, release, weight, momentum, and force, culminating in long movement phrases. For full bios on dance professionals visit www.verbballets.org/winterintensive.html.

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post for neoohiopal about Accelerate 2016
by Jim And Cindy Crosby via NEohioPAL 11 Dec '15

11 Dec '15

Individuals with great ideas to keep accelerating NEO’s arts andculture sector can submit them to Accelerate 2016: Citizens Make Change, a“civic pitch” event presented by Cleveland Leadership Center and Citizens Bank.The deadline is Friday, December 18, 2015, to submit your idea via a simpleonline application. Civic pitches can also be made in the Community Change,Economic Development, Education and Quality of Life categories. Pitches can be “one-and-done” projects or sustainable, ongoingefforts. Winners receive seed funding and everyone gets community exposure tohelp bring their vision to reality. Please help spread the word, and if youhave a great, innovative, creative or compelling idea, apply before December 18 to be to beconsidered! The event will be February 24, 2016, in the Global Center forHealth Innovation.www.cleveleads.org/Accelerate2016 Thank you!

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Need Seussical props and costumes
by 82nd Street Theatre via NEohioPAL 11 Dec '15

11 Dec '15

Does anyone have Seussical costumes and props for rental? Please contact me 82ndsttheatre(a)gmail.com Tim Shamburger

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A "White Christmas" at The Lorain Palace Theater (and The State Theater in Sundusky!)
by Kurt Hernon via NEohioPAL 10 Dec '15

10 Dec '15

THIS SATURDAY, DECEMBER 12, 7PM join us as Bing Crosby (seriously!) introduces this all-time Holiday classic before it graces the big screen in all of its Technicolor glory! Sure it's sugary, syrupy sweet...but it is eternal! But that is not all! The doors and Chandelier Bar (which will be serving wine, beer, cocktails, Speak of the Devil's unique Egg Nog, and Great Lakes Christmas Ale) open at 6PM to the sweet sounds of the Golden Crescent Barbershop Quartet in our mirrored lobby singing your favorite Christmas tunes. Then, at 6:50 a VERY SPECIAL performance: Sheffield Lake Law Director David Graves will deliver an absolutely moving rendition of "Oh, Holy Night". Movie starts at 7PM! Finally, in our first ever partnership with The State Theater in Sandusky, everyone in attendance this Saturday night will recieve a coupon good for $5 off The State's LIVE production of "White Christmas" NEXT weekend, December 18, 19, or 20 (coupon good for ANY of the shows)! ALL this at the Palace for ONLY $5 The Lorain Palace Theater 617 Broadway Ave. Lorain, Ohio 440.245.2323 www.LorainPalace.org

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AUDITIONS at convergence-continuum for NEOMFA Playwrights Festival
by convergence-continuum via NEohioPAL 10 Dec '15

10 Dec '15

CONVERGENCE-CONTINUUM IS HOLDING AUDITIONS FOR THE NEOMFA PLAYWRIGHTS FESTIVAL: TUES, DEC 15 AT 7 PM at the Liminis Theatre, 2438 Scranton Rd, Cleve 44113 (Tremont neighborhood) LOTS OF ROLES AVAILABLE FOR A FUN AND EXCITING EXPERIENCE TO KICK OFF OUR 2016 SEASON! The Festival will be held Feb 11-13 and Feb 18-20, with intensive rehearsals beginning Jan 4. See below for info on shows and roles. IF YOU WILL BE AUDITIONING, PLEASE CONTACT FESTIVAL DIRECTOR CLYDE SIMON (clydesimon(a)sbcglobal.net) (Auditions will consist of readings from scripts. No prepared monologues required.) THE SPLIT SHOW, by Lisa Langford (directed by Michael Oatman) Full-length play, split between over-the-top comedy and realistic drama. 50s, African American (Medea-esque character, played by a man, Maybelle Momdukes Clemmons) 20s, African American (Porsha) 50s, African American (Momdukes neighbor, Mr. Wilson, and doubles as Warren) 50s African American (Mr. Wilsons estranged wife) 40s, White, mom-to-be, married to Isaac (Melissa Brustein) 30s, White, married to Melissa. (Isaac Brustein) any age, white (Protester) voice-over/offstage (Announcer/Newscaster/Judge) MASTER MICHAEL, by Logan Cutler Smith (Directed by Clyde Simon) Full-length play, comedy/drama/mockumentary about Michael Jackson. Five actors play many multiple roles including some that wont necessarily always match the sex, age and/or race of the actor. Actor 1 (African-American man) Actor 2 (white woman) Actor 3 (African-American woman) Actor 4 (African-American youth) Actor 5 (white man) THE LAST STAND ON MANGO STREET, by Sam Amazing (Directed by Geoffrey Hoffman) One-act play, approx. 20 minutes, drama/suspense/sci-fi. This is a ONE PERSON SHOW. Actor must be capable of memorizing long monologues and have a wide emotional range. Male or female, any race. Prefer age 40ish or older. THE LAST WORD, by Jaclyn Cifranic (Directed by Cory Molner) Short one-act, thriller with a touch of comedy. Two professional hitmen any gender, race, age The hit male, any age, race

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Registration in open for the Winter Semester
by Cleveland City Dance via NEohioPAL 10 Dec '15

10 Dec '15

Looking to fill your afternoons or Saturdays with indoor physical activity?�Start a dance class or continue your training at Cleveland City Dance, residence to City Ballet of Cleveland.Reserve your child’s place in class including Ballet, Jazz, Modern, Tap, and Hip-Hop. We offer a Boy's Only Ballet of Fridays.Don’t get closed out of your preferred classes.�Receive a $20 discount by mentioning this promotion by Thursday,�December 17.Call 216-295-2222 or go online for schedules and additional information www.clevelandcitydance.com � Cleveland City Dance, Home to City Ballet of Cleveland � � � 13108 Shaker Square Cleveland, OH 44120www.clevelandcitydance.com / 216-295-2222

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Temple Israel, Canton, OH Seeking Cantorial Soloist
by Alexandre Marr via NEohioPAL 10 Dec '15

10 Dec '15

Temple Israel is looking to fill the* Cantorial Soloist* position for the 2016 High Holidays. The soloist will work closely with the choir director/pianist during rehearsals and services. While much of the music is sung with the choir and congregation, there are often times in the service where the soloist will be required to sing alone both a capella and accompanied. Please see below for the desired qualifications: -Ideally, the soloist will be Jewish, familiar with the structure and liturgies in the service -Seeking a tenor, although willing to consider sopranos as well -Must be comfortable leading a congregation in music alongside the Rabbi in a Reformed Jewish setting -Must possess a high degree of musicianship and professionalism -Degree in vocal performance preferred Rehearsal schedule TBA, but is typically one rehearsal a week in August, then 3 or 4 additional rehearsals in September (about 8 total 2 hour rehearsals, subject to change). Service dates listed below: 10/3/16: Erev Rosh Hashana (evening service) 10/4/16: Rosh Hashana (morning service) 10/?/16: Kol Nidre (evening service) 10/12/16: Yom Kippur (all day service) While the rehearsal/service time commitment is nominal, the soloist will be expected to spend a great deal of time on his/her own preparing the music so that rehearsals run smoothly and efficiently. Please contact* Alex Marr* (Choir Director/Pianist) at *330-519-3526* to discuss the position further and possibly arrange an audition. Thank you!

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REVIEW: A Christmas Carol by Canton Players Guild Theatre
by Tom Wachunas via NEohioPAL 10 Dec '15

10 Dec '15

Owning Scrooge By Tom Wachunas “I will honour Christmas in my heart, andtry to keep it all the year. I will live in the Past, the Present, and theFuture. The Spirits of all three shall strive within me. I will not shut outthe lessons that they teach.” -Charles Dickens, A Christmas Carol (1843) The last time I saw the Players Guildproduction of A Christmas Carol wasin 2011. The ensuing years have not dulled this lustrous theatrical gem. Infact, director and choreographer Michael Lawrence Akers seems to have sweatedthe small stuff so that some facets of this year’s offering have acquired asparkling new radiance. Joshua Erichsen’sscenic design includes meticulously sculpted 19th centuryarchitectural facades that swivel to reveal period interiors. When paired withthrilling fly effects, the entire set takes on a dramatic dimensionality,further animated by the authentic period costumes by George McCarty II, basedon original designs by Susie Smith and Patricia Hemphill. Then there’s thewowing light and sound design by Scott Sutton, including very effective reverbeffects along with tight spotlighting that makes individual characters seem tomagically glow when they sing. A particularly spectacular and startling effectis the projection of Jacob Marley’s ghostly face on to the door-knocker ofScrooge’s house. The vivacious 11-piece orchestra, led by composer andkeyboardist Steve Parsons, provides a scintillating atmosphere for John Popa’sclever and often compelling lyrics. And finally, the astonishingly talented35-member cast rounds out this list of ingredients which add up to nothing lessthan a benevolent conspiracy to enthrall. The big ensemblechoral numbers are impressively stirring with their sonorous harmonies. Andwhen not front–and-center, the ensemble members are nonetheless adept atportraying authentic townsfolk sincerely engaged with each other throughgestures, shared glances, and animated dialogue. Matthew Horningbrings real warmth and earnestness to his role of Bob Cratchit. His singing of“A Child Alone,” along with the equally earnest Adam Petrosino as Tiny Tim, isone of the evening’s most tender passages. Amanda Medley plays Belle, Scrooge’serstwhile love. When she senses her hold on Scrooge slipping away, theheart-piercing sweetness of her voice, tinged with palpable hurt, is rivetingas she sings “I Have To Know.” In her airbornerendering of The Ghost of Christmas Past, Sarah Marie Young is mesmerizing asshe sings “Walk With Me” to an incredulous-looking Scrooge in tow. There’s asoothing resonance to her soprano tonality that imbues her character withchildlike innocence, subtly tempered with gentle wisdom and even a bit ofirony. The tonalmuscularity in Bart Herman’s voice is well-suited to his roles of Mr. Fezziwig,Scrooge’s former boss, and the Ghost of Christmas Present. As Fezziwig, he’sthe picture of magnanimous joviality. As the Ghost, he’s alternately ebullientand authoritative in a cautionary sort of way. Other strongperformances include Matthew Heppe in his dual role of Fred, Scrooge’s affablenephew, and Scrooge as a young workaholic, especially engaging when he sings“Ten Minutes More.” The evening is peppered with memorably funny scenes such asthe jaunty “Mister Scrooge.” The song features The Collecting Men - a trio ofcharity solicitors played by Tyler Ferrebee, Doug Lisak, and Greg Rininger (whoalso turns in a chilling portrait of Jacob Marley’s ghost) - who cavort andcajole with quasi-vaudevillian glee, their harmonies reminiscent of old-timeyradio jingles. This performancemarks the sixth appearance of Don Jones in the role of Ebenezer Scrooge. Aseasoned veteran of the stage, it’s clear that he’s never stopped fine-tuningthe nuances of his character to become more emotionally expansive. Here, he’swholly in the moment(s) as he progressively sheds a convincingly irascible,selfish persona and steps into compassionate living. When he’s cruel, weshudder at his vitriol; when remorseful, he breaks our hearts; when redeemed,we’re giddy with elation right alongside. I think it fair to say that Jones (andfor that matter the entire cast and production staff) owns Scrooge in the sameway one would possess and care for a precious family heirloom. Precious indeed,this production. The Players Guild’s continuing commitment to this iconic storyis a necessary and brave tradition of holding up a much-needed light andgenerous measure of grace in an ever-darkening world. It’s surely an artful epiphanythat blesses us, every one. A Christmas Carol, The New Musical, with music by Steve Parsons, book and Lyrics byJohn Popa (originated in 1997), atPlayers Guild Theatre, 1001 Market Avenue N, Canton, Ohio, THROUGH DECEMBER 20,2015 / Shows on Friday at 8:00 p.m., Saturday at 2:00 and 8:00 p.m., Sunday at2:00 p.m. / Single tickets:$26/ 17 and younger: $19/ Seniors: $23 / Box Office330.453.7617 / www.playersguildtheatre.com For other commentaries by Tom Wachunas onCanton-area arts, please visit ARTWACH at www.artwach.blogspot.com

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INTERESTED SINGERS: Lux Aeterna by Morton Lauridsen at FCC of Hudson
by Thomas More Scott, Ph.D. via NEohioPAL 10 Dec '15

10 Dec '15

Singers needed for two performances of Lux Aeterna by Morton Lauridsen, accompanied by members of the Akron Symphony Orchestra. Rehearsals begin Monday 4 January from 7:00 9:00, and continue on succeeding Mondays through the end of February. The performances are at The First Congregational Church of Hudson on Sunday morning 28 February. They will be directed by Dr. Tom Scott. For more information, contact Dr. Scott at 330.650.4048 or tscott(a)hudsonucc.org.

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