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Auditions May 2 & 3 - "BARNUM", The Greatest Musical on Earth!
by Chagrin Valley Little Theatre via NEohioPAL 04 May '15

04 May '15

Chagrin Valley Little Theatre - Auditions For more details, visit www.CVLT.org <http://www.cvlt.org/> or call 440-247-8955 (Mon-Sat, 1-6 PM) /Auditions for "BARNUM"/ Music by Cy Coleman, Lyrics by Michael Stewart, Book by Mark Bramble *Auditions to take place Saturday afternoon May 2, 1-3 PM and Sunday evening May 3, 7-9 PM* Callbacks Monday May 4, 7 - 9 PM. Production dates July 17 thru August 15. Fridays/Saturdays at 8, selected Sundays at 2. Rehearsals begin May 24th and take place Sunday thru Thursday evenings. This is a rarely performed, unusual musical that traces the career of P.T. Barnum from 1835 to 1880, the year he joined with James Bailey to form the Greatest Show on Earth. Director: Michael J Rogan (440-781-9235), Musical Director: Kristen Johnson Choreographer: Pamela LaForce Producer: Julia Wolff Costumer: Harold Crawford Stage Manager: Helen Rizi Please contact the director with any questions. Director is looking to create a circus onstage. Looking for Adults/Older Teens with one (or more) of the following talents: Singers, Actors, Circus performers of all types, Gymnasts, Acrobats, Stiltwalkers, Unicyclists, and Clowns. Children/Younger Teens will be considered if they have any Circus skills including Gymnasts, Acrobates, Unicyclists, Stilt Walkers, or Clowns. Also, looking for individuals who can play banjo, harmonica, fiddle, concertina, or accordion for onstage roles. For singing roles, please prepare 16 - 32 bars of music in the style of the show (you can see portions of Barnum on YouTube) and/or be prepared to show your circus or musical skill. Cold readings will be from the script if needed. Please come dressed for movement. *Roles:* * Phineas Taylor Barnum: Baritone (plays 25-50). Legendary showman who is a charming, idealistic dreamer, who tends to exaggerate. * Charity (Chairy) Barnum: Mezzo (plays 25-50). Practical, grounded in reality wife, who has a strong disposition, but retains a sweet, teasing sense of humor. * Ringmaster: Baritone (plays 25-50). This character is the “story-teller”. * James Bailey: Baritone (plays 25-50). Character at the end of the show who convinces Barnum to go back into the circus business. Role can be combined with the ringmaster. * Jenny Lind: Coluratura Soprano (plays 25-40). Beautiful operatic singer who is Barnum’s romantic interest. * Joyce Heth: Alto/Belt (plays elderly woman). Plays the “Oldest Woman Alive”. * Blues Singer: Alto/Belt. Role may be combined with Joyce Heth. * General Tom Thumb: Tenor (plays age 15-30). A small framed male—may also consider a small female. * Other named roles: (Also doubles with the ensemble) o Amos Scudder : Owner of the American Museum o Julius Goldschmidt : introduces Barnum to the idea of Jenny Lind o Chester Lyman: Joyce Heth’s manager o Edgar Templeton: A political party boss o Mr. Stratton: Tom Thumb’s father o Mrs. Stratton: Tom Thumb’s mother o Wilton: Barnum’s assistant on the Jenny Lind tour * Ensemble will be VERY active in many scenes, in between scenes, and before the show. *http://www.CVLT.org/auditions* <http://www.cvlt.org/auditions> FACEBOOK.com/ChagrinTheatre <http://www.Facebook.com/ChagrinTheatre> | TWITTER.com/ChagrinTheatre <http://www.Twitter.com/ChagrinTheatre> CVLT is generously funded by Cuyahoga County residents through Cuyahoga Arts and Culture and supported by the Ohio Arts Council. CVLT is a proud member of the American Association of Community Theatre. CVLT.org - 440.247.8955

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May Workshops at Cleveland Public Theatre
by Faye Hargate via NEohioPAL 04 May '15

04 May '15

Cleveland Public Theatre presents two workshops this month IMAGINING ACTIVISM - creating work that touches hearts and minds of our community taught by Tlaloc Rivas<http://www.tlalocrivas.com/>, director of Johanna: Facing Forward<http://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2014-2015/johanna-facing-forw…> A collaborative workshop that combines rigorous physical and creative exercises that focuses on how we can create work based on social / economic / environmental issues. Saturday, May 30th, 12-5pm Fee: $60.00* EVERYTHING MOVES: TOUT BOUGE - a Lecoq workshop taught by CPT staff members, Faye Hargate and Cathleen O'Malley<http://www.cptonline.org/about/staff-and-board-of-directors/> Participants will be introduced to Lecoq theatre exercises as we explore the dynamism of physical forms and their connection with poetic inner life. Sunday, May 31st, 11-4pm Fee: $60.00* *SIGN UP FOR BOTH WORKSHOPS and GET THE SPECIAL PRICE OF $100.00* Workshops take place at Cleveland Public Theatre. Space is limited and there is a workshop application. Application is due May 25th 2015. Contact CPT Education Associate, Faye Hargate, @ fhargate(a)cptonline.org<mailto:fhargate@cptonline.org> for application information. Faye Hargate Cleveland Public Theatre Education Associate 216.631.2727 x207 work 216.470.2411 cell www.cptonline.org<http://www.cptonline.org/>

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Last Weekend For "The Musical of Musicals: The Musical" At Olde Towne Hall Theatre!
by Kathy via NEohioPAL 04 May '15

04 May '15

Olde Towne Hall Theatre PresentsThe Musical of Musicals - The Musical!Written by Eric Rockwelll & Joanne BogartDirected by Dave MacKeiganMusic Director: Bryan BirdChoreographer: Sarah Menser This hysterical musical comedy is played out in five acts; each onedepicting a similar theme in a dissimilar fashion! From parodies and referencesto Rodgers and Hammerstein musicals to Stephen Sondheim, Jerry Herman, AndrewLloyd Webber and Kander and Ebb, they all have the same problem ... "Ican't pay the rent!" CAST: Muna Al-Nimer, Alex Craig, Tony Heffner, Jayne Kacik, ShelbeyLinder, Susan Wagner, Greg Dziama Show times are Friday and Saturday May 8, 9 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $15 for adults, $12 for Seniorsand Children and may be reserved by calling the box office at 440-327-2909.Olde Towne Hall Theatre is located at 36119 Center Ridge Rd., North Ridgeville.

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Opening Friday: Once Upon a Mattress, This weekend ONLY
by Cindy Young via NEohioPAL 04 May '15

04 May '15

By decree of her majesty, Queen Aggravain, your presence is requested for a royal evening of singing, dancing, and over the top fun as the Communion of Saints School drama students perform Once Upon a Mattressa zany twist on the fairy tale Princess and the PeaDirected by Lydia ChanenkaMusical Direction by Maria Botti-Lodovico Friday, May 8 and Saturday, May 9, at 7 pmPowers Hall Gymnasium at Communion of Saints School (formerly St. Ann School)at the corner of Cedar and Coventry Roads in Cleveland Heights2160 Stillman RoadCleveland Heights, Ohio 44118216-932-4177 Admission is $5.00 for 13 and older at the door; 12 and under are free.Visit the Royal Bakeshop before the show and at intermission for baked goods, water, candy, and more!Purchase a chance to win a basket filled with royal items andsend your favorite actors and actresses STARgrams.

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AUDITIONS: TRIASSIC PARQ The Musical - Blank Canvas Theatre
by via NEohioPAL 04 May '15

04 May '15

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Calling all singers, poets and actors
by epp films via NEohioPAL 03 May '15

03 May '15

Artistic By Design Center along with Eppfilms, are looking for people who would like to perform at an open mic session. If you can sing, or write poetry or even would like to show off your acting skills by performing a monologue, then this may be the right opportunity for you. We will be starting back up the open mic fridays in the month of june and are looking for people to perform their talents at this event. It will be open to the public so you must be comfortable performing infront of strangers. This is an opportunity to step out of your comfort zone and reach others and let them know who you are. The open mic will be on friday evening in June and other upcoming months and will be held at the Artistic By Design Center in Euclid Ohio. If you are interested in this opportunity or would like more information please feel free to contact us either at Eppfilms(a)gmail.com or info(a)artisticbydesigncenter.com..... we hope that we can get as many people as possible to be apart of this event. Thank you for your time and God Bless you all. -- *Epp Films*

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AUDITIONS FOR KIDS & TEENS
by Dave Cockley via NEohioPAL 03 May '15

03 May '15

KIDS AND TEENS Invited to Audition for New TV 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.) Monday, May 4th 7:00 – 8:30 PM RM. F, 2nd Floor or Saturday, May 9th 9:00AM – 1:00PM RM B 2nd Floor or 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 youcan do! For further information contact Dave Cockley, Director captaindave2898(a)aol.com

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One-Acts auditions in Conneaut 5/11-5/12
by Douglas Anderson via NEohioPAL 03 May '15

03 May '15

https://www.facebook.com/events/1636744793212206/1648755915344427/ Come take part in these wonderful short plays by local playwrights!! Where: Arlene's Broadway on Buffalo, 236 Buffalo Street, Conneaut, Ohio http://www.broadwayonbuffalo.com/ When: May 11 and 12, 6:00 p.m.- 8:00 p.m. Readings will be from the scripts. Performance dates Friday, Saturday, Sunday 6/19-6/28.

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SUMMER IRISH DANCE
by Cannon Irish Dance via NEohioPAL 03 May '15

03 May '15

Cannon Irish Dance is now registering for SUMMER IRISH DANCE. Register by May 15th. Visit www.CSIrishDance.com for details.

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EVENT: Dover Players Presents Family Fun in Fractured Fairy Tales
by Mark Little via NEohioPAL 03 May '15

03 May '15

EVENT: Dover Players Presents Family Fun in Fractured Fairy Tales Fractured Fairy Tales The Three Wishes / The Princess Who Couldnt Laugh We present two adaptations of lesser known fairy tales that come with a traditional lesson to be learned. The collection of stories by the Grimm brothers and folktales from around the world were a way for families and friends from an earlier time to both entertain and teach. Fun for the entire family! § Bring the family! Suitable for ages 5 and up! § Each fairy tale is approximately ½ hour long § Treats/prizes given to children after the show! § Children will sit on blankets or on benches in front of the actors. Limited seating for adults, so reservations are encouraged! Directed by Jim Volkert Cast Princess Joyless / Fairy . Emily Hornikel Daftie Dunderpate Kimberly Hornikel King of Hoodwinkia ............ Keith Behrendt / Mark Little Husband / Woodcutter Jeff Rodgers Wife Donna Meyers Executioner ... Tim Hornikel The Herald / Narrator ... Jim Volkert Production Staff Reservations . Todd Evangelista Light and Sound Operator .. Tim Hornikel Advertising, Box Office and Refreshments Linda Little Director ..... Jim Volkert Performances Dates: May 8-10, May 15-17 and May 22-24 Times: 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays 3:00 p.m. Sundays (There is a brief intermission for each performance when light refreshments will be served.) Location North Olmsted Old Town Hall 5186 Dover Center Road North Olmsted, OH 44070 NOTE: The Old Town Hall is located just south of the intersection of Dover Center Road (runs North and South) and Lorain Avenue (runs East and West) in North Olmsted. As you travel south on Dover Center Road you will pass the Police Station on the right. The Old Town Hall is the small building between the Police Station and City Hall. You may park in the lot to the left of the Old Town Hall building. Cost Admission is FREE, first come, first serve. Or, call Acting Out! at 440-779-1284 for reservations available for $5.00 per seat.

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