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FINAL WEEKEND: CPT presents JOHANNA: FACING FORWARD...based on true story of Johanna Orozco (through June 13)
by Cathleen OMalley via NEohioPAL 08 Jun '15

08 Jun '15

Cleveland Public Theatre presents JOHANNA: FACING FORWARD<http://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2014-2015/johanna-facing-forw…> May 28th - June 13 Written and Directed by Tlaloc Rivas Inspired by the writings of Johanna Orozco and journalist Rachel Dissell of The Plain Dealer WORLD PREMIERE Inspired by the true story of Johanna Orozco, a Cleveland teen who survived a gunshot wound to the face by her boyfriend in 2007 and whose story sparked a nation-wide movement against teen domestic violence. Johanna's story is complex and raises critical questions, but it is also a life-affirming story of triumph. Based on The Plain Dealer's award-winning series "Facing Forward" by journalist Rachel Dissell. **Produced in conjunction with Teatro Publico de Cleveland.** Click here to read Andrea Simakis' intimate peek into the creation of Johanna: Facing Forward "How a shocking story of teen-dating abuse...became the world premiere play Johanna: Facing Forward"<http://www.cleveland.com/onstage/index.ssf/2015/05/how_a_shocking_story_of_…> Shows Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Monday at 7:30, CPT's Gordon Square Theatre Featuring Tania Benites (as Johanna), Becky Aviles, Andrea Belser, Courtney Brown, Arthur Chu, Jason Estremera, Stuart Hoffman, Letitia Lopez, Gilberto Peña, Alejandro Rivera and Blanca Salva. May 28-June 13 Tickets $12 - $28 :: Students/Seniors get $3 off Mondays and Thursdays just $12! www.cptonline.org<http://www.cptonline.org> | 216-631-2727 x501 6415 Detroit Avenue, Cleveland OH 44102 **EVERY FRIDAY is Free Beer Friday - mingle with artists after the show and enjoy your drinks on us. Tickets available at www.cptonline.org<http://www.cptonline.org> or (216) 631-2727 x501. (And no ticket fees, ever.) Cathleen O'Malley Director of Audience Engagement & Media Relations Cleveland Public Theatre (216) 631-2727 x 212 Onstage at CPT...Johanna: Facing Forward<http://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2014-2015/johanna-facing-forw…> (May 28-June 13)

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Legally Blonde Auditions at Olmsted Performing Arts!
by Jake Ingrassia via NEohioPAL 08 Jun '15

08 Jun '15

Olmsted Performing Arts Youth StagePresentsLegally Blonde The Musical! Auditions on June 28thAudition Slots available at www.OlmstedPerformingArts.comDirected By Lauren Persons A fabulously fun, international award-winning musical based on the adored movie, Legally Blonde, follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes, snobbery, and scandal in pursuit of her dreams.Music and Lyrics by Laurence O’Keefe and Nell Benjamin Book by Heather Hach Based on the novel by Amanda Brown and the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer motion picturePerformances run September 25-27Ages 13-19 Thank You, -- Jake Ingrassia Production Manager Olmsted Performing Arts

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ALBA enrolling children's summer camps for ages 2-5
by Jen Desberg via NEohioPAL 08 Jun '15

08 Jun '15

Ana Lobe´Ballet Academy (ALBA) is excited to present camps for children ages 2-5. Camps will be held weekly, July 6- 24 New this year - Super Hero Camp for Boys, available all three weeks! Time: 9:30-10:30 Ages: 2-5 Tuition: $60 per week or $165 / 3 weeks   Daisy’s Tea Party Week 1: July 6 - July 9  Join our bear, Daisy for a week of Tea Party dancing fun. Bring your favorite teddy bear and join us as we learn the basics of ballet, hear stories, and work on crafts, ending with a Teddy Bear Tea Party for Daisy and of her new teddy bear and ballerina friends! Under The Sea  Week 2: July 13 – July 16  Dive in and explore life beneath the waves! Young dancers will experiment with the movement of fish, crabs, dolphins, mermaids and mermen. Dancing through the ocean and coming home with a sea craft make this a week you won’t soon forget!    Under The Big Top Week 3: July 22 – July 25  Get ready to run away with the circus! Little acrobats, strong men, and ballerinas will learn skills they need to be a star in the circus. Each day we’ll work on different circus skills like balancing, stretching, tumbling and more! Girls and boys will enjoy moving to music, and will love taking home a craft each day.   Super Hero Camp for Boys  Weeks: 1-2-3 Time: 10:45-11:45 Ages: 2-5 Calling all super heros in the making! Join us for a special boys only class focusing on all the skills your little man will need as he grows into his own type of super hero, including climbing, jumping, strength, flexibility, and agility. Each super hero will bring home a craft that will help them develop their own super hero personality! For more information, please visit our website: http://www.alballet.com/summer2015.html Check us out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AnaLobeBalletAcademy?ref=hl For specific questions or to register please call 440-526-ALBA(2522) or email lobe(a)ALBAllet.com Ana Lobe´Ballet Academy is conveniently located at 2525 E. Royalton Rd Broadview Hts, OH 44147

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ALBA Summer Dance 2015 Ages 2-Adult - Space is limited!
by Jen Desberg via NEohioPAL 08 Jun '15

08 Jun '15

Summer is around the corner! Classes are filling up fast - Act now to ensure your spot! Ana Lobé Ballet Academy (ALBA) has brought together an exciting, world-class faculty to help young dancers improve technique, expose students to different teachers and styles to enrich and expand their training, and develop well rounded dancers who are ready to take their dancing to the next level. Guest Artists will include: Marden Ramos, Nehemiah Spencer, Mark Komichak, as well as current faculty: Christina Yoder and Director Ana Lobé. No need to leave Northeast Ohio for an exceptional summer program – enjoy the benefits of superior, comprehensive training right here in Broadview Hts. ALBA is convenient to Cleveland, Akron, and surrounding communities. Classes for Beginner, Advanced Beginner and Adults will be held July 6-24. Classes for Intermediate and Advanced students will be held July 27-August 14. Camps for children ages 2-5 will be held weekly, July 6- 24 New this year will be Super Hero Camp for Boys, available all three weeks! Please visit: http://www.alballet.com/summer2015.html for more information, including specific camps, class schedules, and tuition. For placement information: 440-526-ALBA(2522) or lobe(a)ALBAllet.com

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Alice in Wonderland Opens Friday at Olmsted Performing Arts!
by Jake Ingrassia via NEohioPAL 08 Jun '15

08 Jun '15

Olmsted Performing ArtsPresentsAlice in Wonderland Jr.!June 12-14 Lewis Carroll’s famous inquisitive heroine comes to life in Disney’s Alice In Wonderland, Jr., a delightful adaptation of the classic Disney film. Join Alice as she chases the White Rabbit, races the Dodo Bird, gets tied up with Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum, raps with a bubble-blowing Caterpillar, and beats the Queen of Hearts at her own game!Book adapted and additional lyrics by David Simpatico Music Adapted and Arranged and Additional Music and Lyrics by Bryan Louiselle Based on the 1951 Disney filmProduced by Angela Boehm Directed by Megan NicoleTickets on Sale for $7 over the phone!Sale ends Thursday at 4pm. Tickets available online or at the door for $15!Showtimes:June 12th evening: 7:30pmJune 13th Matinee: 2:30pmJune 13th Evening: 7:30pmJune 14th Matinee: 2:30pm Thank You, -- Jake Ingrassia Production Manager Olmsted Performing Arts

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AUDITIONS FOR "A YEAR WITH FROG & TOAD" AT SOLON CENTER FOR THE ARTS
by Christine Madden via NEohioPAL 08 Jun '15

08 Jun '15

Haven't performed in a while? Looking to get back into Theater? Want an opportunity to perform with your children, grandchildren or sibling? Then check out SCA's wonderfully whimsical and laid-back summer performance opportunity for anyone ages 6 and up below.... AUDITION ANNOUNCEMENT FOR SCA'S 2ND ANNUAL INTERGENERATIONAL PRODUCTION *A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD -TYA!* AUDITIONS OPEN TO ANYONE AGES 6 AND UP! Directed by Allison St.John Book and Lyrics by Willie Reale Music by Robert Reale Based on the books by Arnold Lobel Arnold Lobel’s treasured characters hop from page to stage in a story of friendship and adventure. A hit on Broadway, *A Year With Frog and Toad* was nominated for 3 TONY Awards - including Best Musical. Based on Arnold Lobel’s well-loved books and featuring a hummable score by Robert and Willie Reale, this whimsical show follows two great friends -- the cheerful, popular Frog and the rather grumpy Toad -- through four, fun-filled seasons. **Content Furnished by **MTIShows.com* <http://mtishows.com/> *Auditions:* Tuesday, June 16 or Wednesday, 17 (6 pm - 8 pm)* *Call SCA at (440) 337-1400 <%28440%29%20337-1400> to sign up for a half hour audition time slot. No preparation necessary, audition material will be provided and taught to candidates at the time of audition.* *Cast Announced:* June 19 *Regular Rehearsals:* June 22 - July 24 **Rehearsals will be in the evening at SCA, 2 - 4 times a week based on actor availability* *Mandatory Technical & Dress Rehearsals:* Monday, July 27 - Thursday, July 30 (6 pm - 9 pm) *Performances:* Friday, July 31 & Saturday, August 1 (7:30 pm) and Sunday, August 2 (2 pm) *Production Fee:* $10.00 *Due no later than June 22 *Solon Center for the Arts, 6315 SOM Center Road, Solon, Ohio 44139 . (440) 337-1400 <%28440%29%20337-1400> . www.solonarts.org <http://www.solonarts.org/>*

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DANCE TEACHERS
by Jolene McPhers via NEohioPAL 08 Jun '15

08 Jun '15

Interpretations Dance Academy in Broadview Hts, Ohio is now accepting applications for our upcoming 2015-16 season in all genres of dance. Seeking experienced, professional, high energy staff members with a strong focus on technique. Interested parties can email a resume to jgmcphers(a)interpretationsda.com

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The Producers opens THIS FRIDAY at The Cassidy Theatre
by The Cassidy Theatre via NEohioPAL 08 Jun '15

08 Jun '15

*Opening this Weekend-* *Mel Brooks’ hilarious musical comedy The Producers* *heats up the stage at The Cassidy Theatre this summer* *Performance Dates: *June 12th- 28th *Performance Times:* Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 pm, Sundays at 3:00 pm. Tickets: $20 Adults, $15 Students and Seniors A down-on-his-luck Broadway producer and his mild-mannered accountant come up with a scheme to produce the most notorious flop in history thereby bilking their backers (all "little old ladies") out of millions of dollars. Only one thing goes awry: the show is a smash hit! The show follows the antics of Max Bialystock and Leo Bloom as they maneuver their way fecklessly through finding a show (the gloriously offensive "Springtime for Hitler"), hiring a director, raising the money and the consequences of their actions. At the core of this insanely funny adventure is a poignant emotional journey of two very different men who become friends. *The Producers *features direction and choreography by Kristin Netzband and musical direction by Mike Caraffi. This star studded cast includes Steve Brown, David Turner, Rachel Anderson, Will Crosby, Brian Altman, and Joel Fenstermaker. The ensemble includes Tony Heffner, Michael Knobloch, Mason Zielinski, Jordan Fleming, Daryl Kelly, Nick Alder, Arden Anastasi, Kristina Barrett, Nikki Locker, Melanie Leibold, Jena Gross, and Alison Kamis. Book by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan Music and Lyrics by Mel Brooks Call the Box Office at (440) 842-4600 for tickets or more information, or purchase tickets online at cassidytheatre.ticketleap.com. Don’t miss our upcoming productions of *Steel Magnolias* (August 7-23), *Bonnie and Clyde the Musical *(October 9- 25), and the rest of our 2015 season. The Cassidy Theatre is supported in part by the residents of Cuyahoga County through a public grant from Cuyahoga Arts & Culture.

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CPT now accepting applications for DanceWorks 2016
by Caitlin Lewins via NEohioPAL 08 Jun '15

08 Jun '15

Request for Proposals DanceWorks 2016 Deadline for submissions is June 30, 2015. DanceWorks 2016 is an important part of Cleveland Public Theatre's 15-16 Season. DanceWorks offers Northeast Ohio dance companies and choreographers the opportunity to have world premiere works presented in a series with other local dance companies. Through a submission process, CPT hopes to select 2- 4 dance companies to be part of DanceWorks 2016 in the Gordon Square Theatre. This year CPT is only accepting submissions for groups to perform half of a double bill. Groups that share an evening will share revenue, rehearsal time and technical time. Each pair of groups will have access to the Gordon Square Theatre for one week: Monday through Wednesday for load-in and rehearsal, and Thursday through Saturday for performances. We are accepting submissions for three weeks that will feature local companies: March 14th - March 20th, March 21 - March 27 and March 23 - April 3. The Gordon Square Theatre will be set-up with a repertory lighting plot suitable for dance. Companies may alter that set-up; however, they then take full responsibility for implementing the alterations and restoring the space to its original state directly following their final performance. It is up to each project to provide its own artistic collaborators and additional technical staff as needed. CPT will provide a series stage manager, as well as box office and house management staff. CPT produces a direct mail piece advertising the DanceWorks series. However, it is up to the individual companies to promote their own show. CPT will do what we can to assist dance companies' marketing efforts. Each selected group will receive a minimum guarantee of $750 against a box office split of 30% for the dance company. For example if a project makes $2000 at the box office, the project will keep the $750 guarantee. If the box office is $4000, the project will get a total of $1,200, an additional $450 over the original $750. Ticket prices for DanceWorks range from $12-28. Selection: The purpose of DanceWorks is to serve new work by established and emerging dance companies and choreographers in Cleveland. DanceWorks seeks to represent a diversity of forms, genres and aesthetic values. We want to create an environment where companies can boldly experiment and stretch beyond their past repertory. Performances should be comprised of at least 50% world premiere work. DanceWorks performances should be high quality work and be well thought-out, rehearsed and prepared. Major factors in selecting works are capability, impact and quality. Companies should demonstrate that they have experienced personnel capable of independently managing your production needs, including sound, lighting and stage needs. CPT is looking for companies that can organize their needs and resources in an effective way that allows them to be fully prepared. CPT expends a great deal of resources to make DanceWorks happen, and we want that effort to have the best possible result in the community. We are looking for projects for which DanceWorks will provide a significant impact both on the company that is performing and on our audience. Application: If you would like to be considered for DanceWorks 2016, please complete the application form (link below). Deadline for submissions is June 30, 2015. DanceWorks 2016 APPLICATION Click here for the Microsoft Word version.<http://www.cptonline.org/?attachment_id=4594> Click here for the PDF version.<http://www.cptonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/Dance-Works-15-16-Appli…> Caitlin Lewins New Play Associate Cleveland Public Theatre 6415 Detroit Ave Cleveland OH, 44102 (216) 631-2727 x211

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The Dark Room at CPT tomorrow, June 9th - Open Mic
by Mindy Herman via NEohioPAL 08 Jun '15

08 Jun '15

*The Dark Room at CPT Tuesday, June 9th * *This month: Open Mic Returns! * The Dark Room is a place where writers take center stage and their work has a chance to grow. The Dark Room is an ongoing event held on the second Tuesday of each month. The Dark Room affords emerging and veteran playwrights the space and resources to develop new works. It offers a venue to workshop plays, novels, poems, or any other written work in a supportive, yet critical environment. *Tuesday, June 9th* The Church at CPT (Just east of the Gordon Square Theatre Box Office) Cleveland Public Theatre 6407 Detroit Ave, Cleveland, OH 44102 *7:00pm: *Sign-up begins for writers and actors (space is limited). Writers names will be drawn randomly at 7:15pm to determine whose work will be presented. Writers can bring up to 10 pages of work to be read; actors will be cast on the spot! *7:30pm:* Open Mic Session readings begin *And don't forget - FREE Great Lakes Beer!* Suggested donation of $5 is welcomed at the door, but not required. Writers wishing to present during the open session portion of Dark Room may submit shorter works, up to ten pages, in advance of the event or bring them on the night of the event. Open session readings are first come, first serve until all slots have been allotted. All submissions should be made to Mindy Herman at herman.mindy(a)gmail.com <https://remote.cptonline.org/owa/redir.aspx?C=1f797af3010b4ab1922624e9b2fd9…> or to John Busser at jpbusser(a)gmail.com <https://remote.cptonline.org/owa/redir.aspx?C=1f797af3010b4ab1922624e9b2fd9…> . See you in the Dark Room! -- Mindy Childress Herman www.mindychildress.com herman.mindy(a)gmail.com

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