May 2015 - NEohioPAL - lists.neohiopal.org

Latin Jazz Camp Registration
by Susan Stone via NEohioPAL 19 May '15

19 May '15

The roots of Hispanic and American music - JAZZ and ROCK - stem from African rhythms. > > Cleveland’s > ROBERTO OCASIO FOUNDATION is also built upon these roots. > The foundation’s signature project is > THE ROBERTO OCASIO LATIN JAZZ MUSIC CAMP > directed by 7 time Grammy®-Award nominee > BOBBY SANABRIA - www.bobbysanabria.com > The camp is a one-of-a-kind program for young musicians of all instruments. > > Now in its 11th year, the resident camp will be housed on the > CASE WESTERN RESERVE UNIVERSITY CAMPUS > July 12 - 17, 2015 > The week-long camp culminates with a grand musical finale which is free and open to the public - Presented by KEY BANK. > For more information and a registration form please call: > > Bev Montie, president: > (440) 666-9782 >

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Fairfield - FREE Upcoming InsideCPH Events
by Melissa Huber via NEohioPAL 19 May '15

19 May '15

A big thank you to our patrons for supporting the fantastic 2015 New Ground Theatre Festival! If you missed your chance to be part of CPH's annual showcase of new work, don't worry - centerpiece production Fairfield runs through May 31! Tickets for students are $15, and tickets for anyone under 35 are $25 - for more information, please go to clevelandplayhouse.com<http://www.clevelandplayhouse.com/>. And with our FREE InsideCPH programs you'll get up-close-and-personal with the people and processes that make our work happen, all in a fun, informal and interactive setting. Pre-Show Conversations - Free for all ticketholders! These fun and interactive 25-minute conversations happen right before the show in the Allen Theatre Complex. Pull back the curtain early and connect with the world of the play in an engaging and relaxed setting, beginning 45 minutes before every performance. TalkBacks - Free for all ticketholders after every performance of Fairfield! Stay after the show to continue the conversation our plays start! TalkBacks offer the chance to interact with your fellow audience members and CPH Artistic Staff in an open and lively Q&A about the play and the questions it raises.

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UPDATE--AUDITION APPOINTMENTS now being taking for SWEENEY TODD, June 7 & 8!
by Michael Dempsey via NEohioPAL 19 May '15

19 May '15

We are now scheduling *AUDITION APPOINTMENTS* for Stephen Sondheim's *SWEENEY TODD: THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET* on *June 7 and 8*, from 7:00 - 10:00 PM at Salem Community Theatre. *Please use link the following link to safely sign up online for your 10 minute audition slot:* *http://vols.pt/tCWR6E <http://vols.pt/tCWR6E>* If you need a special time or have any questions, please contact director Michael Dempsey at demzer(a)gmail.com. Those auditioning without an appointment will have to wait until scheduled participants are finished, so please do not delay! AUDITION DATES: SUNDAY, JUNE 7 @ 7:00pm and MONDAY, JUNE 8 @ 7:00pm CALLBACKS: THURSDAY, JUNE 11 @ 7:00pm. Auditions will be held at Salem Community Theatre, 490 East State Street, Salem OH 44460. *ALL ROLES ARE OPEN.* AUDITION REQUIREMENTS: Please prepare a brief musical theater song by, or in the style of, Stephen Sondheim. Bring sheet music; an accompanist will be provided. Please do NOT prepare movie, pop or rock show songs. Please do NOT bring tracks. The music is challenging, so choose a song that well demonstrates your vocal ability. Sweeney Todd requires minimal dancing and choreography. PERFORMANCES: Fridays and Saturdays at 8 PM and Sundays at 2 PM, October 30 through November 8. REHEARSALS will begin the last week in August. Rehearsals are typically Sun-Thurs evenings. Please come to auditions with a list of your conflicts. The winner of nine Tony awards including "Best Musical," SWEENEY TODD is the heart-pounding story of an unjustly exiled barber who returns to 19th-century London seeking revenge against the lecherous judge who framed him and tore his family apart. Using his silver razors, his thirst for blood expands to include his unfortunate customers, and the resourceful proprietress of the pie shop downstairs soon has the people of London lining up for her mysterious new meat pie recipe! Sophisticated, suspenseful and visceral, SWEENEY TODD mixes intense drama with howlingly funny moments of dark humor. Widely considered composer Stephen Sondheim's (Into The Woods) masterpiece, the show includes such memorable songs as "The Ballad of Sweeney Todd," "The Worst Pies In London," "Johanna," "Pretty Women" and "Not While I'm Around." Tim Burton directed the hit movie version starring Johnny Depp. Director Michael Dempsey has a long and impressive background as a professional actor, director, playwright and novelist. Recent local productions include YOU'RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN (Hathaway Brown Theatre Institute; winner of Broadway.com <http://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2FBroadway.com%2F&h=DAQH6AFqy&enc=…>'s regional award for Best Youth Production), OF MICE AND MEN (TrueNorth Cultural Arts), THE LAST FIVE YEARS (SCT), JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR (SCT and Players Guild of Canton), AN EVENING IN MICHAEL DEMPSEY'S SHORTS (Rust Belt Theatre Company), I AM MY OWN WIFE (Oakland Center for the Arts), INTO THE WOODS (SCT), MACBETH and CURTAINS (Youngstown Playhouse). For more information, contact director Michael Dempsey at demzer(a)gmail.com. -- Michael Dempsey Author of the sci fi noir novel NECROPOLIS <http://www.amazon.com/Necropolis-Michael-Dempsey/dp/1597803154/ref=sr_1_1?i…> "Wildly entertaining." -- Tor.com

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The classic will star Karamu alumina James Pickens Jr. (Grey's Anatomy), Nina Domingue and Mariama Whyte and directed by Dale Ricardo Shields.
by DALE SHIELDS via NEohioPAL 19 May '15

19 May '15

{Benefit staged reading}The Negro Ensemble Company alumina James Pickens, Jr.will play Cephus in "HOME" by Samm-Art Williams at Karamu House directed by Negro Ensemble Company alumina Dale Shields. Cleveland, Ohio is the HOME-town for both. When you support AUDELCO, National Black Theatre Festival and Black Theatre Network, you continue to support Black Theatre of yesteryear and now! Please put Project1VOICE on your list!The 5th Annual Project1Voice in collaboration with Karamu House will present a benefit staged reading of Samm - Art Williams "Home" Monday, June 15 at 7:30PM. The classic will star Karamu alumina James Pickens Jr. (Grey's Anatomy), Nina Domingue and Mariama Whyte and directed by Dale Ricardo Shields.For tickets Please go to www.karamuhouse.org (click tickets tab) or call 216-795-7077.

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Western Reserve Playhouse presents comedy ALways A Bridesmaid
by Marie Dusini via NEohioPAL 19 May '15

19 May '15

Western Reserve Playhouse PresentsAlwaysA Bridesmaidby JessieJones • Nicholas Hope • Jamie Wooten Directed by W.P. Dremak CastEve Baird • TammyCarder • Rosilyn Jentner/CicoraPat Robertell-Hudson • Keri Lambert • Janice WedgePerformanceDatesJune 5, 6, 12,13, 19, 20 The theatre is located at 3326Everett Road, Bath Ohio.For ticket information please call330-620-7314Produced by special arrangement with Dramatists Play ServiceInc.

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LIFE OF EMMA GATEWOOD MOVIE PREMIER AT TRUENORTH
by TrueNorth via NEohioPAL 19 May '15

19 May '15

TrueNorth Cultural Arts in partnership with Lorain County Metro Parks, Eden Valley Enterprises and FilmAffects is proud to premier... TRAIL MAGIC The long-awaited documentary about Emma Gatewood, the Ohio grandmother who became the first woman to solo thru-hike the 2,050-mile Appalachian Trail in 1955. The documentary features interviews with Emma's relatives, Emma's story as portrayed by Anne McEvoy, and background of the Appalachian Trail and historical perspective. Trail Magic is made possible, in part, by a grant from the Ohio Historical Society's History Fund. The History Fund is supported exclusively by voluntary donations of Ohio income tax refunds and designated gifts to the Ohio Historical Society. SHOWINGS Friday, May 29th at 7:30pm SOLD OUT Friday, May 29th at 9:15pm Arrive at 8:15pm for a meet & greet with the documentary staff including director, Peter Huston and writer Kelly Boyer Sagert. TICKETS Adult $15 Youth $10 For tickets or info call (440) 949-5200 ext 221 or visit TNCArts.org PLUS... On Thursday, May 28th at 7p.m. find out about Emma's historic hike and her life when Bette Lou Higgins presents GRANDMA GATEWOOD: OHIO'S LEGENDARY HIKER. This storytelling program will give you the background of Emma's remarkable life. The program is FREE and open to the public, but reservations are required. For reservations and information call (440) 949-5200 X 221. This presentation is sponsored by the National Storytelling Network and Parkhurst Brothers, Inc. and is a 2015 NSN Regional Spotlight Event. TrueNorth Cultural Arts is located within the French Creek Nature & Arts Center / 4530 Colorado Ave / Sheffield Village / 44054

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AUDITIONS for HAIR, the Love-Rock Musical at Near West Theatre
by Kelcie Dugger via NEohioPAL 19 May '15

19 May '15

Near West Theatre announces AUDITIONS for HAIR, the Love-Rock Musical May 19th, 20th, & 21st from 7-10pm Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday (Come ONE of these evenings) AGES 16-25 (or believably 25) HAIR runs July 24, 25, 30 and 31, and August 1, 2, 6, 7, 8 & 9. Rehearsals begin Sunday, May 31st. AUDITION SITE: Near West Theatre - NEW LOCATION! 6702 Detroit Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44102 Questions? Call our office at 216-961-9750, M-F 11am-4pm or EMAIL info(a)nearwesttheatre.org<mailto:info@nearwesttheatre.org> ABOUT THE AUDITION: This is a group audition in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. No experience or preparation required. Dress for movement. Please plan to stay for the entire time specified, and arrive 15 minutes before audition time to register. At Near West Theatre we encourage everyone to audition. People of all experience levels, races, ethnicities, neighborhoods, sizes, gender identities and backgrounds are needed. We use theater to build community and relationships. We're a great place to express yourself and make friends. Come try us! Bring a friend! PLEASE NOTE: The show includes profanity, the depiction of the use of illegal drugs, free love and sexuality, & an irreverence for the American flag. Its themes are many including pacifism, environmentalism, anti-war protest and religious satire especially toward Catholicism. There will be depictions of graphic violence. The production will include partial to full nudity. About HAIR and Near West Theatre's production, from the Director, Bob Navis Jr: "HAIR tells the story of the 'tribe,' a group of politically active, long-haired hippies of the 'Age of Aquarius' living a bohemian life in New York City and fighting against conscription into the Vietnam War." - Wikipedia Near West Theatre is looking to cast an open-hearted, free-thinking & adventurous ensemble of young people, ages 16-25 (or believably 25!) for our upcoming production of HAIR, The Love-Rock Musical. Breaking all the rules back in the sixties, its poetic, non-linear and political nature changed musical theater forever. The cast must be racially diverse, explosive in song and dance and emotion. Open to forming a tribal experience at rehearsals and in performance. This theatrical journey will ask all of us to question our core beliefs and assumptions... our definitions of ourselves, America, and all we say we stand for. "It is an obscene and yet serene parade of shaggy-headed black and white people, coming, going, sometimes angry, sometimes sweet, sometimes bitterly truthful... The flag endeared and chided. The war, ignobled and dishonored. A mockery of self. People nude and spiritual. Spirited people in raggedy, kooky clothes... psychedelic lighting. A love affair between the cast and the audience." - EBONY MAGAZINE, May 1970 CHARACTER BREAKDOWN: CLAUDE - Male, Caucasian, 20s, the young soldier going off to war. Vocal range: Rock baritone - tenor. The most beautiful beast in the forest. Smart, attractive male, with a playful side. A lover of life and the picture of a young man next door of the 60s. Strong actor. Berger's best friend. A charismatic leader that women adore, boys emulate and men will follow into the breach. A man of conscience who struggles with the conflict of what his heart tells him is right and what the authorities around him lead him to believe. BERGER - Male, Caucasian, 20s, the charismatic tribe leader. Vocal range: High baritone. A social activist recently banished from high school. An unrestrained animal. He knows what is right and sticks to it no matter the consequence. The leader of the tribe... the ringmaster. High energy, athletic, wild, strong presence and, though he may be a young man, he is looked up to. SHEILA - Female, Caucasian, 20s. Vocal range: High belt. A second semester student and passionate protestor from NYU who lives with Berger and Claude, aspires to spread love and peace. The most intelligent of the tribe. Wants to change society through peaceful protest. Not necessarily perfect on the outside, but must have a strong voice and presence. CRISSY - Female, Caucasian, 20s, innocent, pure. Vocal range: High folksy voice. A girl on the verge of womanhood. Strong-willed and looks up to Sheila. Believes in causes. Urges the tribe to take action. Fraternal twin of Cris. JEANIE - female, Caucasian. Pregnant, Claude-obsessed. Vocal range, Alto. A follower, not a leader. Incredibly sweet, understands Claude better than anyone. Wise, passionate, creative woman, who is pregnant with the tribe's baby. She has taken every drug and takes care of the tribe. Strong actress to play comedic and dramatic scenes. HUD - Male, African-American, 20s, tribe member. Vocal range: Bass/Baritone. Speaks his mind and hopes you can keep up with him. High energy, spiritual performer with a strong voice and presence. A natural on stage in any situation. He has an energetic personality. He is both intellectual and street hip. He scans the New York Times and The East Village. At times he is like a wise overseer. DIONNE - Female, African-American, 20s, tribe member. Vocal range: High belt. She is warm and compassionate. A strong presence with a strong sense of justice and irony. A little sassy and lots of fun. Great with comedy and ad-lib vocals. WOOF - Male, Caucasian, 20s, tribe member. Vocal range: Tenor with rock falsetto. May not want to admit that he might be gay. A young animal. High energy, versatile performer. Must be a natural with comedy. Looks up to Berger and Mick Jagger... in many ways. He is sexy, good looking, masculine but with an androgynous quality. A free-love nature freak granola boy. He is very much in his own world, a bit of a space cadet. MALE and FEMALE "TRIBE": 16 - 25-ish, All ethnicities. All types. Strong versatile singer/dancer/actors who move well. Will play multiple roles. Open on vocal range. MEMBERS OF THE TRIBE PLAY MULTIPLE OTHER ROLES THROUGHOUT THE PRODUCTION INCLUDING: 3 Moms, 3 Dads, 3 High School Principals, 2 Policemen, Electric Blues Quartet, White Girls Trio, Black Boys Trio, "The Supremes Trio", Army Sergeant, A Lincoln, J.W. Booth, C. Coolidge, Clark Gable, Scarlett O'Hara, Aretha Franklin, Colonel Custer, Shoeshine Boy, 3 Buddhist Monks, 1 Thousand Year Old Monk, 3 Catholic Nuns, 3 Astronauts, 3 Chinese, 3 Guerillas, 1 Native American Indian and OTHERS.

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Solon Center for the Arts Summer Improv. IntensiveS
by Christine Madden via NEohioPAL 19 May '15

19 May '15

*SOLON CENTER FOR THE ARTS SUMMER IMPROV. INTENSIVES* *OPEN TO AGES 13 - 18* Join instructors Natalie Kreft <https://www.facebook.com/natalie.kreft.50> & Alli St.John <https://www.facebook.com/alli.st.john.9> for this Intensive which focuses on improvisational acting from the basics through more advanced structures and games. Students learn how to initiate and build scenes with a partner and develop such valuable skills as active listening, teamwork and use of environment. The final class of each session will end in an Improvisational Showcase for family and friends. Call SCA t (440) 337-1400 to find out how you can sign up for one or both sessions today! *SESSION DAY DATE TIME* Session A M-F 6/8-6/12 1 pm - 4:00 pm Session C M-F 6/22-6/26 1 pm - 4:00 pm *FEE: $82 per session* *Solon Center For the Arts . 6315 SOM Center Road, Solon, Ohio 44139 . (440) 337-1400 . www.solonarts.org <http://www.solonarts.org>*

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SHAKER SUMMER THEATRE CAMP AND MUSICAL THEATRE CAMP
by Associate Director via NEohioPAL 19 May '15

19 May '15

*The City of Shaker Heights Department of Recreation proudly presents*: *Shaker Summer Theatre Camp* and *Musical Theatre Camp* *TWO AMAZING CAMPS!* *GREAT RATES!* *EXPERIENCED, DEDICATED STAFF!* *REGISTER FOR BOTH CAMPS AND SAVE*! *Featuring Improvisation Instructor MARC MORITZ* *Marc Moritz* (Actors' Equity Association member) most recently appeared in *Yentl *at The Cleveland Playhouse and was a Great Lakes Theater Company Member - appearing in *Into The Woods* as well as *The Crucible* , *You Can't Take It With You* & *All's Well That Ends Well* . Marc originated the role of Talk Show Host in the original Broadway production of the Sondheim/Prince musical *Merrily We Roll Along* . Theaters worked include: The Cleveland Play House, Great Lakes Theater, Idaho Theatre Festival, Long Wharf, Goodman, New Harmony, Carousel Dinner Theatre , Riverside Shakespeare Festival , Cain Park, Dobama and many more. Marc appeared as Tateh in the acclaimed JCC production of *Ragtime*. Also: *Ten Minutes From Cleveland* ,*Cat In The Hat* - *Seussical* ,Argan - *Imaginary Invalid *, Gremio - *Taming Of The Shrew* , Uncle John -*Grapes Of Wrath* , Alan - *Baby* , Touchstone - *AsYou Like It* , Ed - *You Can't Take It with You* -among others. Marc was the Founder/Director of the Cleveland based Giant Portions Improv Troupe. His improv training includes stints at ImprovOlympic and extensive workshops with Paul Sills, Del Close and Charna Halpern. Marc was a Visiting Guest Artist at Cornell University where he coached students and performed in productions as a professional mentor. Marc has taught Acting and Improv at The Cleveland Improv Institute, housed in the landmark Cleveland Hermit Club, and was on staff at Chicago's Second City Training Center. He currently is and Adjunct Professor at John Carroll University where he teaches Speech and Communication as well as On-Camera Broadcasting and received his MFA in Acting at Kent State University. *SHAKER SUMMER THEATRE CAMP* Gr. 4-11. Camp offers classes in not only acting and directing, but also improvisation and movement which all culminate in a staged performance. *Register for both Shaker Summer Theatre Camp and Musical Theatre Camp at the same time and receive $25 off each registration fee.* *Shaker Summer Theatre Camp-June 15, 2015- July 2, 2015M-F 9:00am- 3:00pmKulas Auditorium, John Carroll University* *Ages: *9 Yrs. to 17 Yrs. *Fees:* - Residents $370.00 - Non Residents $390.00 *MUSICAL THEATRE CAMP* Gr. 4-11. Discover the magic of musical theatre through participation in a final performance featuring solos, duets and big production numbers from a variety of Broadway musicals. Local theatre professionals teach the fundamentals of acting, improvisation, dance and voice. *Register for both Musical Theatre Camp and Shaker Summer Theatre at the same time and receive $25 off each registration fee.* *Musical Theatre Camp-July 6, 2015- July 24, 2015M-F 9:00am- 3:00pmKulas Auditorium, John Carroll University* *Ages: *9 Yrs. to 17 Yrs. *Fees:* - Residents $405.00 - Non Residents $425.00 To register, contact Artistic Director Dr. Martin Friedman and Associate Artistic Director Carly Germany at *ShakerSummerTheatre(a)gmail.com <ShakerSummerTheatre(a)gmail.com>*.

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CSU Summer Dance Workshop: July6-24, 2015
by Theatre via NEohioPAL 19 May '15

19 May '15

------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- CLEVELAND STATE UNIVERSITY Department of Theatre & Dance presents SUMMER DANCE WORKSHOP 2015 July 6-24, 2015 CSU Arts Campus 1901 E. 13th Street - 5th Floor Dance Studios Cleveland, OH 44114 Join us for Somatic Techniques, Contemporary Movement Techniques, Creative Process and Studio Showings! * Somatic Techniques - DAN 424/524 (1 credit); Monday-Friday | 8:45 - 10:00am * Contemporary Movement Techniques - DAN 473/573 (1 credit); Monday-Friday | 10:15 - 11:45am * Mix and Match - DAN 499/599 (1 credit) Featuring guest artists ERIC HANDMAN, PAMELA GEBER HANDMAN, AMY MILLER, HELANIUS WILKINS, TAMMY METZ STARR, along with LISA DECATO and ERICA EUFINGER STEINWEG For more class descriptions, guest artist bios, registration form and more, visit: http://www.csuohio.edu/class/theatre/upcoming-dance-events -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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