August 2015 - NEohioPAL - lists.neohiopal.org

Second Round of Auditions at Huntington Playhouse for "The Addams Family Musical"
by Tom Meyrose via NEohioPAL 19 Aug '15

19 Aug '15

When: Monday Tuesday August 25th @ 7 pm • Where: 28601 Lake Road • Bay Village, Ohio• What to prepare: 16 bars of a song (preferably not from the show). Bring sheet music in your key laid out for an accompanist. An accompanist will be provided. No acappella or taped music. Bring a current resume and head shot. Performances October 22 to November 15Director/Choreographer – Marc C. Howard Music Director - Kira Seaton Producer - Tom Meyrose❖ Huntington Playhouse does not pay performers and no professional contracts are available for this production.❖ Age Range of characters: Pugsley - 12 years old and all others characters are 18 and older. ABOUT THE SHOWWednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, has grown up and fallen in love with a sweet, smart young man from a respectable family. A man her parents have never met. And if that weren't upsetting enough, she confides in her father and begs him not to tell her mother. Now, Gomez Addams must do something he's never done before - keep a secret from his beloved wife, Morticia. Everything will change for the whole family on the fateful night they host a dinner for Wednesday's "normal" boyfriend and his parents. This magnificently macabre new musical comedy is created by Jersey Boys authors Marshall Brickman & Rick Elice. Come meet the family. We'll leave the lights off for you. ALL ROLLS ARE AVAILABLE.

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Headshots special!
by Chris via NEohioPAL 19 Aug '15

19 Aug '15

Newly established photographer looking for locals to do headshots. $50 per session in Mentor, Ohio. You get 3 outfits and 3 edited photos. Check these links for samples www.facebook.com/ChrisAgnewPhotography www.agnewfilms.com Contact Chris for booking/more information agnew12(a)gmail.com chris(a)agnewfilms.com

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Heights Youth Theatre Announces Its 2015-2016 Season
by Pamela Fine via NEohioPAL 19 Aug '15

19 Aug '15

*N E W S R E L E A S E* *HEIGHTS YOUTH THEATRE 2015-2016 SEASON* *RESILIENCE & DIVERSITY!* *Season to open with You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown! directed by Eugene Sumlin and music directed by Stacy Bolton* Cleveland Heights, OH – Heights Youth Theatre (HYT), with the generous support of the Ohio Arts Council and Eaton Charitable Fund, is proud to announce their 2015-2016 season opening in October 2015 with *You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown! *Charlie Brown struggles with confidence and self-assessment as he seeks the answers to universal questions through his often-comical interactions with the Peanuts Gang. Charles Schulz would be proud of this updated rendition of Clark Gesner’s 1967 script. In January 2016, follow Ugly as he evolves through self-discovery in *Honk! *directed by Pierre Brault. *Honk! *is the brilliant re-telling of Hans Christian Anderson’s classic *The Ugly Duckling*. The capstone of the season will be the much-anticipated *West Side Story *directed by Treva Offutt. Ms. Offutt will be conducting an intensive workshop prior to auditions to help the young performers embrace the context and themes of the production. This is bound to be a tremendous experience for all involved! Participants in Heights Youth Theatre range in age from 6 -18 from all over Greater Cleveland. HYT has been in existence for over 60 years and generally produces three to four full-length musicals each year while engaging over 200 children and entertaining thousands each season. For countless numbers of children, Heights Youth Theatre is their first exposure to live theater. It has been a place where young people from first through the 12th grade, from the inner ring suburbs of Greater Cleveland and beyond, enjoy a safe, nurturing environment and a cooperative learning experience as they work together to create a production. The extraordinary artistic quality of Heights Youth Theatre’s productions and the sense of connection to a larger community, are but a few of the compelling reasons children and adults choose to become involved with the theatre. Says Pamela Fine, Executive Director, “We are so grateful for the ongoing support of the Cleveland Heights/University Heights Schools, the community at large., along with our generous donors and sponsors. The support has allowed us to continue to bring these theater opportunities to our communities. We are so fortunate to work with some of the best directors and technical staff around, in turn providing our young performers with a truly engaging and educational experience. We encourage everyone to bring their family and friends out to see our shows this season. You will be in for a real treat!! “ For more information on auditions, tickets, sponsorships and donations please e-mail* heightsyouththeatre(a)gmail.com <heightsyouththeatre(a)gmail.com>* *or visit **www.heightsyouththeatre.org <http://www.heightsyouththeatre.org>**.*

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Film Festival Volunteers
by Kristina Michelle via NEohioPAL 19 Aug '15

19 Aug '15

The Indie Gathering International Film Festival is coming up August 27th-30th, and we are seeking a few more volunteers. The Indie Gathering will be held at The Clarion Inn & Conference Center in Hudson, located at 6625 Dean Memorial Parkway. If you are available at all during the duration of the festival and are interested in more information on volunteering, please contact Kristina Michelle at kristina(a)worldeonline.com or 440-308-4595. This festival is a great networking opportunity for anyone involved or interested in the film business. The event features over 140 films from around the world, lectures and panel discussions, networking parties, a convention, acting competition, stunt competition, FX makeup competition and more. For more information, visit www.TheIndieGathering.com.

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AUDITION NOTICE: 2 Men Needed for Dracula
by James Charpie via NEohioPAL 18 Aug '15

18 Aug '15

*East Cleveland Theater is needing 2 actors for its upcoming production of Dracula,* 1) Dr Seward, 50 to 60, who runs a sanatorium, is book smart, and cares about his patients. 2) Butterworth, mid 20s to early 30s, an attendant at the sanatorium who looks after patients and is ruggedly built. *Auditions will be Monday (Aug 24) and Tuesday (Aug 25) from 6 to 7pm.* Although walk-ins are welcome, those with appointments will be accommodated first. Appointments can be made by calling 330-416-1311. *NOTE: If you cannot make Monday or Tuesday, but are interested ... please call anyway.* *Rehearsals will begin on Wednesday, Aug 26, from 6:30 to 9:30pm.* *The show opens on Friday, October 09, and will run for 4 weekends. (thru Nov 1).* This play is an adaptation by Hamilton Deane and John L Balderston based on the original book by Bram Stoker. Director: Michael A Lenzo If interested, please call me at 330-416-1311. Thank you, Jim Charpie Stage Manager East Cleveland Theater 14108 Euclid Avenue East Cleveland, OH

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Auditions for Urinetown at Mighty Goliath Productions!
by auditions mightygoliath.com via NEohioPAL 18 Aug '15

18 Aug '15

In a Gotham-like city, a terrible water shortage, caused by a 20-year drought, has led to a government-enforced ban on private toilets. The citizens must use public amenities, regulated by a single malevolent company that profits by charging admission for one of humanity's most basic needs. Amid the people, a hero decides he's had enough, and plans a revolution to lead them all to freedom! Inspired by the works of Bertolt Brecht and Kurt Weill, Urinetown is an irreverently humorous satire in which no one is safe from scrutiny. Praised for reinvigorating the very notion of what a musical could be, Urinetown catapults the “comedic romp” into the new millennium with its outrageous perspective, wickedly modern wit, and sustained ability to produce gales of unbridled laughter. WHAT TO PREPARE: 32 bars of a contemporary piece of music and tell us a joke. WHEN: September 14th and 15th 7-10 PM (first come, first seen basis) Call backs on September 16th by invitation only. WHERE: Avon Lake United Church of Christ 32801 Electric Blvd. Avon Lake, OH 44012 For character breakdowns please visit: http://www.mtishows.com/show_detail.asp?showid=000280 Questions: email auditions(a)mightygoliath.com <mailto:auditions@mightygoliath.com> FOLLOW MIGHTY GOLIATH PRODUCTIONS! FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/events/685262211606545/ TWITTER: @MightyGoliathAL BLOG: http://mightygoliath.blogspot.com/ Mighty Goliath Productions is an independent 501(c)(3)non-profit fundraising organization that benefits the performing arts programs for Avon Lake City Schools. Our impact enriches the cultural life of the community. We focus on our unique ability to provide a professional, fun, philanthropic theatrical experience for our volunteers and audiences alike.

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casting teens
by Stephon J. Davis via NEohioPAL 18 Aug '15

18 Aug '15

Casting for Teenage girls (or women that can play the part of teens) for PSA video that will be embedded on organizations website. We need females from a variety of ethnic backgrounds. The topic is Domestic Violence and empowerment. Actors will deliver a couple lines directly to the camera 6 -8 actors will be featured in video but everyone that comes out will be in the video. Featured actors will receive stipendBeverages and Refreshments provided to all. Audition/filming will be this Saturday August 22nd at 1pm3558 Lee rd shaker hts in Shaker LaunchhouseParticipants 17 and under will be required to bring a parent/guardian to sign release on their behalf. questions? email stephonjdavis(a)gmail.com

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TEAR IT OFF on Applause with Dee Perry, Weds, Aug 19
by convergence-continuum via NEohioPAL 18 Aug '15

18 Aug '15

TEAR IT OFF playwright Mike Geither, director Karin Randoja, and actors Terence Cranendonk and Lucy Bredeson-Smith will be featured on Wednesday, August 19 on Dee Perry's show, The Sound of Applause on WCPN, 90.3 FM at 2:00 and 10:00 pm. You can stream it live at: http://www.ideastream.org/programs/live-wcpn. The world premiere of TEAR IT OFF by Cleveland playwright, Mike Geither, is now onstage at convergence-continuum Thu-Sat at 8 pm through Sept. 5 at the Liminis theater, 2438 Scranton Rd, Cleveland 44113 in the historic Tremont neighborhood. Ticket are $15, $12 seniors and $10 students. Reservations at 216-687-0074 and http://www.convergence-continuum.org.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE- Players Guild Theatre Announces Opening Musical, JEKYLL & HYDE
by Joshua Erichsen via NEohioPAL 18 Aug '15

18 Aug '15

August 18, 2015 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Joshua Erichsen 330.453.7619 ext 501 *THE PLAYERS GUILD IS PROUD TO ANNOUNCE * *THE 2015-2016 SEASON OPENER, JEKYLL & HYDE THE MUSICAL* The Players Guild Theatre and The R.G.Smith Company proudly announce the 2015-2016 season opening musical, JEKYLL & HYDE. Based on Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic thriller, Jekyll & Hyde is the gripping tale of a brilliant mind gone horrifically awry, set to a powerful pop-rock score by Frank Wildhorn with book and lyrics by Leslie Bricusse. In an attempt to cure his ailing father’s mental illness by separating “good” from “evil” in the human personality, talented physician Dr. Jekyll inadvertently creates an alternate personality of pure evil, dubbed Mr. Hyde, who wreaks murderous havoc on the city of London. As his fiancée Emma grows increasingly fearful for her betrothed, a prostitute, Lucy, finds herself dangerously involved with both the doctor and his alter ego. Struggling to control Hyde before he takes over for good, Jekyll must race to find a cure for the demon he has created in his own mind. Due to the positive response, once again the Guild is opening their season in the William G. Fry Theater. The Fry Theater is an intimate thrust-style venue with seating that surrounds the stage on 3 sides. By staging the production in this space, the audience is sure to be immersed in the dark, gritty streets of Mr. Hyde’s London. With only 139 seats available for each performance, tickets are expected to sell fast and audiences are encouraged to order seats early. Under the direction of frequent Guild collaborator, Michael Lawrence Akers, JEKYLL & HYDE boasts a talented ensemble of actors which includes: Dr. Henry Jekyll/Mr. Hyde - JOE HALADEY Lucy Harris - HEIDI SWINFORD Emma Carew - AMANDA MEDLEY John Utterson - DARYL ROBINSON Simon Stride - JAY SIGLER Sir Danvers Carew - SAM KITZLER Lady Beaconsfield - CAROL SAMPSEL PECK Lord Savage - ALEXANDRE MARR Bishop of Basingstoke - DOUGLAS LIZAK Dame Arabelle Proops - OLIVIA WIMBERLY General Glossop - JOHN SCAVELLI The JEKYLL & HYDE production team includes: Joshua Erichsen, Producing Artistic Director/Scenic Designer; Steve Parsons, Music Director; Scott Sutton, Sound and Lighting Designer, and George McCarty II, Costume Designer. The production is scheduled to open on Friday, September 4, 2015 and will run for three weekends through Sunday, September 20, with Friday and Saturday evening performances at 8:00pm and Sunday matinees at 2:00pm. Tickets for this Downstage Musical are $26.00. Tickets for all performances may be purchased online 24 hours a day at www.playersguildtheatre.com or in person at the Players Guild Box Office, located in the Great Court of the Cultural Center for the Arts, 1001 Market Ave N. Tickets may also be purchased by phone: 330-453-7617. JEKYLL & HYDE THE MUSICAL is generously supported by the R.G. SMITH COMPANY. The Players Guild Theatre receives support from these generous partners: Arts In Stark, The Ohio Arts Council, The Canton Repository, and 89.7 WKSU. # # # #

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Akron Civic Theatre
by Theatre Ahead via NEohioPAL 18 Aug '15

18 Aug '15

Seeking Non-Equity African American Actress for "Five Tier", a play at the Civic Theatre on October 18th. Synopsis When hard working businessman, Baxter, takes the weekend off and steps out of his element and into the kitchen to help his ten-year-old daughter prepare for the annual bake-off, he'll get more than he ever imagined he would. Through this warm and wacky rollercoaster of mixing bowls and a ton of cake, Baxter realizes...and YOU will too...that there is nothing more important than family bonds. Breakdown DENISE WAYFIELD: Mid 30s. She's the elegantly tough, eloquent, and engaging woman of the house, who is known for her relaxed confidence and striking emphasis. Aside from her deep and decorated self-expression, Denise can also be playful and silly. Rehearsals begin on September 12th at 12:00pm and will be held regularly after that on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday evening from 6:30pm-8:30pm at the Firestone Park Community Center in Akron, Ohio. Performance October 18th at 2:30pm. To schedule an audition and/or to receive more information, please contact Tyron Hoisten at mrtyronhoisten(a)gmail.com. -- * T*heatre* A*head! *~Keeping theatre alive and meaningful through Christ* ~ *CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: This message is intended for the use of the person or entity to which it is addressed and may contain information that is privileged and confidential. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient, or the employee or agent responsible to deliver it to the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this information is STRICTLY PROHIBITED. If you have received this message in error, please notify the sender immediately and destroy the related message.*

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