May 2015 - NEohioPAL - lists.neohiopal.org

Still some openings for Talespinner's SUMMER PUPPET & MASK CAMP!
by Alison Garrigan via NEohioPAL 11 May '15

11 May '15

*Talespinner Children's Theatre's * *SUMMER PUPPET & MASK CAMP * *Openings still available!* *Talespinner Children's Theatre (TCT) is still accepting registration *for its Summer Puppet and Mask Camp, to be held Monday, June 22nd through Friday, June 26th at the Reinberger Auditorium, 5209 Detroit Avenue, Cleveland, OH, 44102. Don't miss out on this chance to give your young artist wings to fly!! *For five fun-filled days, young artists learn how to make different kinds of puppets and masks, work together to create scripts and stories for them, and become creative puppeteers! The week culminates with a special performance by the young artists for friends and family. Give your favorite young artist the gift that frees their creativity and helps them find new ways of expression, problem-solving, teamwork and developing self-confidence—all while having FUN!! Masks and puppets made are theirs to keep!* * Class Times: *Monday, June 22nd through Thursday, June 25th – 8:30am to 3:30pm; Friday, June 26th - 8:30am to 12 noon. * Kids (ages 6 – 10) and Early Teens (ages 11 – 14*) $200 (includes all crafts supplies.) Ask about our “sibling discount!” *Space is limited, so register now* at www.talespinnerchildrenstheatre.org or for more information, call 216.264.9680. Don’t miss out on this artistic adventure! *Opening on June 6th!!** * *THE SILENT PRINCESS (a Turkish Folktale) adapted by Claire Robinson May* The padishah's son is sick with loneliness, despite his family's riches. His dearest wish is to be best friends with the Silent Princess. But the Silent Princess sees no reason to talk to anyone. She has sworn to befriend only the person who can convince her to break her silence. With the help of his magical mouse companion, can the padishah's son persuade the Silent Princess to speak - and be his friend? ** ** *To make reservations, or for more information, go to our website at www.talespinnerchildrenstheatre.org <http://www.talespinnerchildrenstheatre.org>* *ABOUT TALESPINNER CHILDREN'S THEATRE:* TCT is a Cleveland-based company that develops and produces highly imaginative, original, collaborative and interactive professional works for children that also stimulate creative growth in its artists. At any time, these pieces may involve acting, dance, music, puppetry, tumbling, drumming, and numerous other artistic disciplines as imagined by the artistic teams working with and for TCT, and are open to all creative possibility. TCT presents its third season with *Aesop's Pirate Adventures*, April 5th - 27th, *The **Floating Dolls, *June 14th through July 6th*, Loki & Lucy, *September 20th - October 12th, and* Clara and the Nutcracker, *November 29th through December 21st. TCT's aim is to bring theatre to the community in its fullest form providing excitement, growth and joy for all who are involved in and/or touched by its work. TCT strives to reach across socio-economic, cultural and traditional boundaries to help awaken and bring better understanding by opening eyes, ears, hearts and imaginations in the young people (and artists) of Cleveland and its surrounds. TCT creates work that remembers that children are smaller people, not lesser people. Alison Garrigan *Executive Artistic Director*, *Talespinner Children's Theatre* *TCT's Exciting 2015 Season!* *Rosalynde & the Falcon March 28 - April 19* *The Silent Princess June 6 - 28* *Finn McCool September 19 - October 11* *Prince Ivan & the Firebird November 28 - December 20* *Don't forget to save the date for TCT's HARLEQUINADE 2015 Benefit on October 17th & 18th!* For more information, or to make reservations, visit TCT's website talespinnerchildrenstheatre.org

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Theater Ninjas' next original show: The Turing Machine (One weekend only!)
by Ryan Lucas via NEohioPAL 11 May '15

11 May '15

Explore the Complex Legacy of Alan Turing with Theater Ninjas in The Turing Machine Cleveland, Ohio, May 4, 2015 — This May, for one weekend only, Theater Ninjas premieres their exploration of the life and legacy of Alan Turing in The Turing Machine. In this original one-man show, a computer program believes it is the reincarnation of Turing and relives the complex contradictions of this singular genius's life, reflecting on his career, persecution and influence on the modern age. A 'post-human metaphysical biography’, The Turing Machine uses Turing’s papers and letters, historical documents and contemporary analysis to present new insights into this singular thinker. Turing is perhaps best known as one of the key figures during World War II as one of the leaders in cracking the German Enigma code, as well as the inventor of ‘The Turing Test’, a deceptively simple thought experiment in which a computer might convince a human being it was alive. A relatively open gay man, Turing was arrested in 1952 under England’s Gross Indecency laws and sentenced to an experimental hormone therapy. He committed suicide in 1954 by eating a cyanide-laced apple. “I used to think Alan Turing was just the ‘first’ computer scientist,” says director Jeremy Paul. “In our research, we’ve realized he was far more interested in the nature of thought itself than simply developing what he called ‘machines that think’. He believed sentient machines would exist one day—thought it was inevitable, in fact—but his interest in humanity itself is just as important as his technological legacy.” The show stars Ray Caspio whose ‘transcendent’, ‘riveting’ embodiment of this character first appeared in 2014’s Code: Preludes. “The work he did in World War II and his suicide often overshadows the fascinating life he led—peppered by his forthright honesty and myriad eccentricities—that culminated in a body of work exploring what it meant to be alive,” said Caspio. “Tragedy and misunderstanding touched Alan Turing’s life, but he was a proud man; careful not to paint himself as the victim he is sometimes portrayed to be.” The Turing Machine will be performed at Survival Kit located on the third floor of 78th Street Studios in the Detroit-Shoreway neighborhood for one weekend only. “As part of the Preludes system—Theater Ninjas’ developing method of making original work—and our continued interest in bringing stories of tech and ethics to the stage, we will be offering the chance to experience the The Turing Machine for just one weekend. We’ll continue to explore and create in this world for the next few years” Artistic Director Paul promises. The Turing Machine is supported in part by The George Gund Foundation, The Cyrus Eaton Foundation and Cuyahoga Arts and Culture. Theater Ninjas is the Food Truck of Cleveland Theater. We’re a nomadic company who seeks out new and exciting spaces to perform. Working in non-traditional venues gives us an opportunity to reimagine how and why we tell stories, and helps us to create deep, fascinating worlds for the audience to explore. We’re always experimenting; always rethinking what theater can be: as entertainment, as art and as out-of-the-ordinary experiences. More information about the recently announced out-of-the-ordinary experiences in Theater Ninjas’ ninth year can be found at http://www.theaterninjas.com. ____________________ Theater Ninjas (440) 213-4122 Follow us on Twitter! Like us on Facebook!

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KIDS AND TEENS AUDITION
by Dave Cockley via NEohioPAL 10 May '15

10 May '15

KIDS AND TEENS Invited to Audition for New Video Musical Comedy A TOMSAWYER SUMMER We’re looking for talented elementary,junior and high school students for this lively halfhour musical comedy Shaker Heights Library 16500 Van Aken Blvd. at Lee Rd. (driveway entrance on Lee Rd) FINAL CHANCE TOAUDITION Monday, May 11th 5:30 – 8:00PM RM. B 2nd Floor Perform a short monologue, (yourown or read one of ours), and sing a song of your choice. Come out and show us what you cando! For further information contact Dave Cockley, Director captaindave2898(a)aol.com

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Actress Still Needed
by R.A.K. FIlms via NEohioPAL 10 May '15

10 May '15

R.A.K. Films is still looking for a couple of actresses. If interested, please go to our site www.rakfilms.com and go to the contact us page for more information\instruction. Please submit requests through R.A.K. Films. Please. R.Kotabish R.A.K Films www.rakfilms.com

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**Yoga Tai Chi Fusion Costa Rica & Class Schedule**
by Edward Niam via NEohioPAL 10 May '15

10 May '15

*Tai Chi Institute USA* *~The Movement of Life~* **Complete Class & Retreat Schedule** *~Yoga Tai Chi Fusion Retreat Costa Rica* Join us & our amazing guest teachers, Rosalia Lindo, Isabelle Vandevelde and Sifu Edward Niam, for an All Inclusive week in the peaceful & beautiful Pacific Coast of Playa Negra, Costa Rica as we bring forth real power and grace by combining the fluidity of Yoga, Tai Chi, Qi Gong, & Aerial Silks. The logical pairings of the adapted exercises, meditations, asanas and postures from these disciplines will be covered over your 7 day journey into this Yoga Tai Chi Fusion Retreat. A great compliment to your current training, Hatha yoga & Tai Chi offer health and longevity as primary goals. Both emphasize stretching, breath work and chi, called prana in yoga. Both seek to integrate the body, subtle energy, and mind. Both help calm your mind and deal with stress. The focus of this retreat is to create a mind-body connection and a state of Mindfulness – *“Free your spirit, still your mind, open your heart and hear the music inside of you...”* **Free Massage or Spa Treatment for anyone signing up by May 15. *Namaste* Register Today @ http://www.3rdeyeyogasurfadventures.com/ Click on Upcoming Retreats, Yoga Tai Chi Fusion 2015 Classes, Tai Chi *~The Movement of Life~* Monday: · Federated Church – *Seniors* Tai Chi, 10 am – Chagrin Falls Tuesday · Hillcrest Academy – Tai Chi, 6:30 pm – South Euclid Wednesday · Kings Gym – Tai Chi, 9:30 am – Bedford Heights · Kings Gym - Tai Chi, 7:00 pm – Bedford Heights Thursday · All About Dance by Kristen – Tai Chi, 6:45 pm – Stow Saturday · Hillcrest Academy – Tai Chi, 10 am – South Euclid · Namaste Yoga Studio – Tai Chi, 12:30 pm – Northfield **Check “Class Schedule” on our website for details regarding every event** ~The Movement of Life~ is a unique program suitable for all ages blending the healing qualities of Tai Chi Chuan, Qi Gong, Meditation, Shaolin Kung Fu and Acupressure to fine tune and recharge your mental, physical and spiritual health. Physical benefits may include improved posture, balance and flexibility, added strength and endurance, an improved digestive system, increased muscle and bone density, normalized metabolism, weight loss and a stronger immune system. Favorable mental and spiritual results include relieving of tension and stress, releasing anxiety, creating a mind-body connection, enhancing focus and awareness, removing energy blocks, gaining a sense of calmness and well-being and lessening mood swings. ~The Movement of Life~ can also positively affect conditions such as arthritis, fibromyalgia, migraines, Parkinson’s and diabetes. About our facilitator: Sifu Edward Niam is a Master of Shaolin Kung Fu, Tai Chi Chuan, Qi Gong, Pa Kua Chang, Shaolin Healing Touch and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and has been helping people utilize the secrets of alternative health and wellness therapies for more than 40 years. Please note that as a member of Tai Chi Institute USA there are 7 weekly classes at 5 locations that you are welcome to attend. Classes are held at Federated Church in Chagrin Falls, Hillcrest Academy in South Euclid, Kings Gym in Bedford Heights, All About Dance! By Kristen in Stow and Namaste Yoga Studio in Northfield. Details for each class can be found on the Calendar on the home page of our website. The fee structure for 2015 is as follows: 8 week session per person - $120.00, 8 week session per couple (spouse, partner, family member) - $200.00. To register call the Institute at 330.564.7558, email us at taichicleveland(a)gmail.com or visit our website and register and pay online using the secure PayPal link. Or Mail your check made payable to Edward Niam, 8440 E. Washington Street, Suite 106, Chagrin Falls, Ohio 44023. Register early – class size is limited. www.taichicleveland.com *Tai Chi Institute USA* *"Free your spirit, open your heart,still your mind and hear the music inside of you..."* *Tai Chi Yoga Fusion Costa Rica* http://www.3rdeyeyogasurfadventures.com *~The Movement of Life~TM* *Shaolin Warrior Athlete Training* Sifu Edward Niam Master-TCM, SKF http://twitter.com/ <http://goog_682850697>edwardniam http://www.linkedin.com/in/edwardniam 8440 Washington Street Suite 106 Chagrin Falls, Ohio 44023 330.564.7558 www.taichicleveland.com taichicleveland(a)gmail.com "Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away."

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Commemorative, by Vickie Williams. Available to Perform in your Theatre, or for your Special Event 2015 – 2016
by sue holland johnson via NEohioPAL 10 May '15

10 May '15

CommemorativebyVickie L. Williams.Available to Perform in your Theatre, or for your Special Event2015 – 2016 Commemorative,isa play and multi-media presentation that depicts the personal history of fourCleveland, Ohio, Tuskegee Airmen, CPL Roy Richardson, the late Lt. Col ClarenceJamison, the late SSG Thomas Austin, the late Cpl. James Travis, sharing theirWW II experiences. Commemorative was compiled and written by local playwright VickieL. Williams who generally writes plays based on social interest and newsworthyissues. During World War II there were overfifteen thousand Tuskegee Airmen who were part of a government experiment tosee if colored men were competent enough to fly. That fifteen thousand included pilots,engineers, gunners, and many more technical and support service members. Not only did the Tuskegee Airmen prove theywere competent, they had broken records during World War II that earned themthe Distinguished Service Medal and that paved the way to equality in theUnited States military. Now, in 2015, thereare a few hundred of them surviving nationwide and only one of them inCleveland, Ohio. For information, or to book a show. wakeuo4664(a)a0l.com Sue JohnsonExecutive DirectiorWake Up And Live’s Actors’ Studio Thoughtfor the day. “Quitthinking and talking about limitations. “

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Review of "Wolves" at convergence-continuum,
by Bob Abelman via NEohioPAL 10 May '15

10 May '15

convergence-continuum's 'Wolves' is all bark, no bite Bob Abelman Cleveland Jewish News, The News Herald, The Morning Journal Member, International Association of Theatre Critics "This isn't a pretty story," warns the sardonic narrator at the start of Steve Yockey's "Wolves," a particularly gruesome and adult version of the classic Red Riding Hood folktale. That this convergence-continuum production isn't pretty storytelling is also immediately apparent. For more of this review, go to: http://www.clevelandjewishnews.com/columnists/

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WOLVES @ convergence-continuum
by Roy Berko via NEohioPAL 10 May '15

10 May '15

•••••••••••••••••• To read Roy Berko's review of WOLVES @ convergence-continuum go to www.royberko.info (Roy Berko's commentaries and reviews appear on coolcleveland.com, artsamerica.org, with selected reviews posted on broadwayworld.com and BWWdanceworld.com, and referenced on neohiopal.com) To add your name to the direct delivery option of the website go to www.royberko.info and scroll down the right hand column to the subscribe section. ••••••••••••••••••

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Mamai Theatre Company Presents THREE SISTERS
by Christine via NEohioPAL 09 May '15

09 May '15

For Immediate Release Contact: Christine McBurney, Co-Producing Artistic Director mamaitheatrecocleveland(a)gmail.com 216.382.5146 <file://localhost/tel/216.382.5146> *Mamai Theatre Company* *Presents* *THREE SISTERS** by Anton Chekhov* *Cleveland, Ohio, May 9, 2015* — Mamai Theatre Company <http://www.mamaitheatreco.org/> opens its third season with new private and public funding grants, two new venues, and a production of Anton Chekhov <http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/c/c0/Anton_Chekhov_with_bow-t…>'s beloved classic, THREE SISTERS, directed by Co-Producing Artistic Director, Bernadette Clemens. *THREE SISTERS* *THREE SISTERS* follows Olga, Masha, and Irina as they struggle to let go of their past and to shape their future. A domineering sister-in-law, romance, soldiers, and money all challenge the Prozorov family’s happiness and unity. With artful depiction of three very different women, Chekhov fascinates audiences with his ability to articulate the chaos or peace of a single moment and the comedy of life’s struggles. Director Bernadette Clemens notes: “*THREE SISTERS* is like a very fine still-life painting. The play has rich composition, intriguing contrast, and dark shadow highlighting the most delicate, ephemeral detail. It is everything we suspect a classic of a major playwright to be. Just when we enjoy the most infinitesimal, personal moment --a clock striking, a top spinning, finding a loose fork on the terrace-- Chekhov invites us to peek at the gaping, universal experience: love, war, time. Only Chekhov lets us laugh this way at the very things that are so frustrating, so mysterious about living. In *THREE SISTERS, *as in all of Chekhov’s plays, life is never about the future. It is inevitably, torturously, gloriously, and comically about the present moment.” Three Sisters by Anton Chekhov Directed by Bernadette Clemens Scenic Design by Don McBride Costume Design by Debbie Marino Sound Design by Bernadette Clemens Lighting Design by Jeff Lockshine Live Music by Joseph Milan, Accordion & Joshua Smalley, Violin *JUNE 4 - 21, 2015 * Cleveland Masonic Performing Arts Center <http://www.paccleveland.com/> DeMolay Room 3615 Euclid Avenue Cleveland, Ohio 44115 *Thursdays - Saturdays at 7:30 pm* *Sundays at 2:30 pm* *With, as the Three Sisters:* Natalie Green+ *as Olga* Anjanette Hall* *as Masha* Meghan Grover *as Irina* *And:* Tom Woodward* *as Vershinin* Robert Hawkes *as Chebutykin* Nate Miller *as Tuzenbach* Curt Arnold *as Kulygin* Shawn Mann *as Andrei* Hillary Wheelock *as Natasha* Tony Zanoni+ *as Solyony* Ryan Stafford *as Fedotik* Patrick D. Mooney *as Rohde* Bernice Bolek *as Anfisa* Stephen Vasse-Hansell *as Ferapont* Joseph Milan *as Accordion/Ensemble* Joshua Smalley *as Violin/Ensemble* Kayla McDonald *as Maid/Ensemble* * *Actor appears courtesy of Actors’ Equity Association* *+**Equity Membership Candidate* *Sunday, June 6th post-show talk-back event:* *ANTON CHEKHOV'S PLAYS: LAUGH, LOVE, LIVE!* *With Special Guest, Tom Fulton* *Veteran director of THREE SISTERS, THE SEAGULL,* *& THE CHERRY ORCHARD* *Director, Academy for the Performing Arts* *Former Artistic Director, Center Repertory Theatre, Phoenix Theatre Ensemble, Cain Park Summer Theatre, Cleveland Theatre Company, & Fairmount Center for the Arts* *Former 5-year Company Member, The Cleveland Play House* *& the Cast of THREE SISTERS* *TICKETS: * <http://sic.brownpapertickets.com/>www.mamaitheatreco.org or 216.382.5146 <file://localhost/tel/216.382.5146> *Adults: $22* *Seniors (65 & older): $20* *Students (25 & under): $15* *Air-Conditioned. Ample free parking in gated lot and on street. Open seating with the exception of press and sponsors. Please arrive early.* *Mamai Theatre Company *was co-founded in 2010 by Bernadette Clemens, Wendy Kriss, Christine McBurney, and Derdriu Ring. Mamai (pronounced Mah' may) is the Gaelic word for “mother.” Four working mothers, theatre artists, colleagues, and friends arrived at a place where it was time to create opportunities for themselves and their community. “Don’t wait to create” became the inspiration for Mamai Theatre Company. *Our mission is to create intelligent, relevant classical theatre that offers an artistic home for Cleveland's theatre artists, and equal opportunity for women in the professional theatre community.* In 2013 *The Plain Dealer* announced, “Mamai Theatre Company...has made a howling entrance onto the city’s artistic scene” and named their inaugural production, *Medea*, a top-10 theatre event of the year. In 2014 *LandofCleve.net* added, “In only a few short years, Mamai Theatre Company has established themselves as a major player in the Cleveland theatre community. We are a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. *Subscription Series Continues with...* A Streetcar Named Desire by Tennessee Williams <http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/78/Tennessee_Williams_NYWTS…> Directed by Mitchell Fields JULY 16 - AUGUST 2, 2015 Cleveland Masonic Performing Arts Center <http://www.paccleveland.com/> DeMolay Room 3615 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44115 *Sunday, July 19th post-show talk-back event:* *TENNESSEE WILLIAMS ON STAGE & SCREEN With Special Guest, Mitchell Fields * *Director of A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE & Adjunct Professor of Film and Theatre, Baldwin Wallace University* *& the cast of A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE* *Air-Conditioned. Ample free parking in gated lot and on street. Open seating with the exception of press and sponsors. Please arrive early.* Death and the Maiden by Ariel Dorfman <http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d5/DorfmanA1.jpg/250p…> Directed by Katia P. Schwarz SEPTEMBER 17 - OCTOBER 4, 2015 Kennedy's at Playhouse Square <http://www.playhousesquare.org/venues/detail/kennedys-theatre> 1501 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44115 *Sunday, September 20th & 27th talk back events:* *Sunday, September 20th* * LIVING UNDER A DICTATORSHIP Panelists will include guests who have experienced life under dictatorship. Sunday, September 27th HEALING FROM TRAUMA Panelists will include Alexander Leslie, Director of Prevention Programs from the Cleveland Rape Crisis Center.* *Air-Conditioned. Ample area garage and street parking. Open seating with the exception of press and sponsors. Please arrive early.* Note: This production venue is *not* ADA Accessible. www.mamaitheatreco.org <http://www.mamaitheatreco.org/> mamaitheatrecocleveland(a)gmail.com ###

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The Garrettsville Curtains up Theatre is holding auditions for adult male roles
by Jackie via NEohioPAL 09 May '15

09 May '15

> Garrettsville Curtains up Theatre is > Announcing Auditions for > Charlotte’s Web the Musical > > Looking for a few more adult males Additional audition being held on Tuesday, May 12 > at 7pm > In the James A. Garfield High School Auditorium > Please have 16 bars of a song ready and bring your own sheet music. > Also, have a 30 second to 1 minute monologue prepared. > The production runs July 18, 19. 25 and August 1, 2015. > For more information contact Director, Justin Steck at 216-310-1913. Sent from my iPad

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