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CPT seeks Not-for-Profit Financial Management Intern
by Caitlin Lewins via NEohioPAL 16 Sep '15

16 Sep '15

Internship at Cleveland Public Theatre in Not-for-Profit Financial Management Range of Duties: Assist with financial record keeping and preparation of monthly financial statements. * DATES & STIPEND: This 20 hour/week paid internship starts October 19th and can run as late as April 30th. Rate runs between $8.10/hr and $10/hr based on skills and experience. * SCHEDULE: Candidates must be available Tuesdays, 1pm to 5pm and Wednesdays,1pm to 5pm. Remaining hours are flexible, but must be scheduled during normal business hours. * SUPERVISION: The intern will work under the direct supervision of the Assistant General Manager. * FOCUS: This internship will focus on not-for-profit financial management and record keeping. ? LEARNING GOALS: * To learn basic bookkeeping using Intuit QuickBooks * To learn how to read and evaluate the meaning of financial statements. * To learn and experience the steps in preparing for a financial audit conducted by an outside auditor. * To understand how accounting and financial management are practically applied in the day-to-day decision-making for a not-for profit performing arts organization. * To develop a clear understanding of the value of financial management in the life of an organization. ? EXAMPLES OF ANTICIPATED TASKS: * Preparation of financial reports, work papers and schedules for presentation to auditor * Participation in meetings with outside auditor * Entry of account payables and receivables into QuickBooks (previous knowledge not required) * Management of daily bank deposits. * Reconciliation of asset accounts and credit card accounts * Management of vendors and vendor bill * Other financial management tasks as needed * Archiving of annual financial records This internship will also include exposure to a wide range of other arts management issues including marketing, fund-raising and theatrical production. The intern will work on a daily basis with experienced arts management professionals. Requirements: * One term of coursework in bookkeeping, accounting or finance * Must have completed two years of undergraduate study * Proficiency with Microsoft Office and comfortable with learning new software packages * Solid communication (oral, written, and phone), interpersonal, and writing skills * Solid work ethic combined with a dry sense of humor * Candidates with experience in any aspect of community or academic theatre will be especially considered * Candidates with experience using QuickBooks will be especially considered About Cleveland Public Theatre: Cleveland Public Theatre features bold, new, adventurous works of performance. CPT is Northeast Ohio's leading alternative theatre and is a center for contemporary performance, new plays and professionally produced and presented work. CPT is committed to nurturing new and emerging theatre artists. CPT's mission is to raise consciousness and nurture compassion through ground-breaking performance and life-changing education programs. For more information about CPT go to www.cptonline.org<http://www.cptonline.org> Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter to: Mr. James Kosmatka Assistant General Manager Cleveland Public Theatre Resumes will be accepted electronically at careers(a)cptonline.org<mailto:careers@cptonline.org> Caitlin Lewins New Play Associate Cleveland Public Theatre 6415 Detroit Ave Cleveland OH, 44102 (216) 631-2727 x211

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$10 Preview Night - The Spitfire Grill at Beck Center
by Pat Miller via NEohioPAL 16 Sep '15

16 Sep '15

THE SPITFIRE GRILL Music and Book by James Valcq | Lyrics and Book by Fred Alley| Based on the film by Lee David Zlotoff Directed by William Roudebush**| Musical Direction by Larry Goodpaster - $10 PREVIEW NIGHT - Thursday, September 17 8 p.m. / Mackey Main Stage September 18 - October 18, 2015 8 p.m. Fridays & Saturdays 3 p.m. Sundays Mackey Main Stage The Spitfire Grill Preview Night admission is $10. Advance tickets go on sale online at 12:01 a.m. Thursday, September 17 and at Beck Center's Customer Service 10 a.m. Thursday. Tickets may be purchased at the door based on availability. General admission seating. Doors open approximately 15 minutes prior to curtain. Preview Night tickets go on sale online at 12:01 a.m., September 17. To purchase tickets online, click here<http://sa1.seatadvisor.com/sabo/servlets/EventSearch?presenter=BECKCENTER>. To purchase tickets from the Beck Center Customer Service after 10 a.m., call: 216.521.2540 x10. ABOUT THE SHOW Beck Center for the Arts proudly opens its 2015-2016 theater season with The Spitfire Grill September 18 through October 18, 2015 on the Mackey Main Stage. Show times are 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 3 p.m. Sundays. Tickets are now on sale. Buy early and save with promo code: SHINE to receive $5 off each adult/senior ticket purchased by September 17. Based on the 1996 film by Lee David Zlotoff, this indie-charmer began as an Off-Broadway hit, and has gone on to thrive worldwide to critical acclaim. After a bleak upbringing and time in prison, Percy Talbott makes the decision to start over in rural Gilead, Wisconsin. Through changed seasons and cleaned slates, Percy manages to form unlikely new friendships within the gossipy town. Filled with spirit and soaring folk melodies by James Valcq and Fred Alley, this musical ultimately proves that it is never too late to follow your dreams. The Spitfire Grill was praised as "a compelling story that flows with grace...a soul-satisfying musical" by The New York Times, and "an abundance of warmth, spirit, and goodwill!" by USA Today. Tickets are $31 for adults, $27 for seniors (65 and older), and $12 for students with a valid I.D. A $3 service fee per ticket will be applied at time of purchase. Preview Night on Thursday, September 17 is $10 with general admission seating. Group discounts are available for parties of four or more. Purchase tickets online at beckcenter.org or call Customer Service at 216.521.2540 x10. Beck Center for the Arts is located at 17801 Detroit Avenue in Lakewood, just ten minutes west of downtown Cleveland. Free onsite parking is available. CAST Percy Talbott - Neely Gevaart Sheriff Joe Sutter - Shane Patrick O'Neill Hannah Ferguson - Lenne Snively* Effy Krayneck - Lissy Gulick Caleb Thorpe - Dan Folino* Shelby Thorpe - Kate Leigh Michalski The Visitor - Derrick Winger PRODUCTION STAFF Artistic Director - Scott Spence Director - William Roudebush** Musical Director - Larry Goodpaster Stage Manager - Jamie R. Benetto Assistant Stage Managers - Hayley Baran, Andrew Nemec, Joseph Virgo Costume Designer - Aimee Kluiber Lighting Designer - Trad A Burns Sound Designer - Carlton Guc Technical Director - Aaron Benson Technical Assistant - Dan Folino Carpenter - Joseph Virgo Sound Board Operator - Cyrus Taylor Props - Kate George Follow Spots - Julia Aylward, Hayley Baran, Ed Dragony, Mary Kahelin, Noah Kahelin ORCHESTRA Conductor/Keyboard - Larry Goodpaster Violin - Michael Houff, Clara Engen Cello - Dan Hild Guitar - David Maxson *Actor appears courtesy of the Actors' Equity Association (AEA), the union of actors and stage managers.PRODUCTION STAFF **Member of the Society of Stage Directors and Choreographers This production of The Spitfire Grill is presented through special arrangement with Samuel French, Inc. It is generously sponsored the residents of Cuyahoga County through Cuyahoga Arts and Culture and the Ohio Arts Council.

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Macbeth Opens in TWO WEEKS at Rubber City Shakespeare Company!!!
by Chris Bizub via NEohioPAL 16 Sep '15

16 Sep '15

William Shakespeare's Macbeth Directed by Dane CT Leasure PERFORMING: Oct, 2, 3, 8, 10, 15, 16, 17 at 7:30 PM and Oct. 4, 11, 18 at 2pm (Oct 2nd will be our PAY-AS-YOU-LIKE-IT performance) WHERE: Summit ArtSpace 140 E. Market Street, 2nd Floor Akron, OH 44308 TICKET INFORMATION: Adults - $14.00 Senior/Students (14+) - $12.00 Youth (7-13) - $10.00 Student Rush (With Valid Student ID) - $5.00 CASH available 1 hour before show time. At the door only. *All online ticket purchases are subjected to a $2.00 fee. Order tickets over the phone: 234-252-0272 PAY-AS-YOU-LIKE-IT performances are free performances that fall under our FREE Shakespeare programming. If you would like a guarantee ticket for that production, you can reserve ahead ahead time. Donations will be accepted at the end of the performances. SYNOPSIS: William Shakespeare's tragedy of Macbeth will be onstage fall 2015. Macbeth is Shakespeare's shortest tragedy, and tells the story of a brave Scottish general named Macbeth who receives a prophecy from a trio of witches that one day he will become King of Scotland. The play dramatizes the corrosive psychological and political effects produced when evil is chosen as a way to fulfill the ambition for power. In our production, we take this classic tale of human nature and set it inside a Rubber Factory around the end of the Great War (WWI), and ending around the great depression. As the play progresses we will see the transformation of the Macbeth's from workers, to leaders, to warriors. CAST: Macbeth - Michael Laymon Lady Macbeth - Cait McNeal Banquo/Menteith - Matthew Wheeler 1 Witch/1 Murder/Lady MacDuff/Caithness - Elizabeth Allard 2 Witch/Waiting Women - Michele McNeal 3 Witch/Murder/Fleance/Macduff Son - Kate Klika MacDuff/Captain - Scott Crim Duncan/Porter/Doctor/Siward - Matthew Smith Ross - Chris Bizub Lennox/Murder/Young Siward - Ron Young Malcolm/Hecate - Alex Funk Donaldbain/Murder/Seyton - Samantha Ost CREW: Director: Dane CT Leasure Assistant Director: Samantha Ost Stage Manager: Alex Briski Scenic Designer: Scott Crim Properties Designer: Chris Simmons Costume Designer: Michele McNeal For more information please visit our website at www.rubbercityshakes.com <http://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.rubbercityshakes.com%2F&h=LA…>, or e-mail us at info(a)rubbercityshakes.com,or call us at 234-252-0272.

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"The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" AUDITIONS
by Christine Cipriani via NEohioPAL 16 Sep '15

16 Sep '15

“The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” Audition Notice Written by Barbara Robinson Presented by Shore Cultural Centre, Euclid Ohio http://www.shoreculturalcentre.com Directed by Darryl Lewis email: dlewis43(a)kent.edu In this hilarious classic, a couple struggling to put on a church Christmas pageant is faced with casting the most inventively awful kids in history. Join the mayhem – and the fun – when the Herdman kids collide head-on with the Christmas story! If you’ve never participated in a Christmas Show, there is no better way to spend time connecting with new friends and family. Entire families are encouraged to participate together. Audition Information. No appointment required. Just show up! Sept 26 from 11am-1pm, Sept 27 from noon-3pm, Sept 28 6pm-8pm Audition Location: 291 E 222nd Street, room #257 Euclid OH 44132 The auditions will consist of cold readings from the script and audition sides will be available. Copies of sides are available outside room #257 prior to the scheduled audition times. Rehearsal Dates: Rehearsals will begin early October in the evenings throughout the week. They will not be every day. As we get closer to the actual performance, the rehearsals will increase and include weekends. Performance Dates: December 18/19/20 Adult Roles Available: Father (Bob Bradley) – Solid family man Mother (Grace Bradley) – Loving mother who gets ‘stuck’ directing the Pageant Mrs. Armstrong – Large personality, managerial in voice and manner Mrs. Slocum – Pleasant, motherly woman, Sunday school teacher Mrs. Clark – School teacher Mrs. Clausing – School nurse Mrs. McCarthy A younger, less imperious version of Mrs. Armstrong Fireman Fireman Reverend Hopkins Youth Roles Available: Beth Bradley The narrator, strong voice and presence Charlie Bradley Traditional kid brother Ralph Herdman Ragged, scroungy, slouching manner, touch of adolescent cool Imogene Herdman Loud, bossy, crafty Leroy Herdman Tough, sure of himself Claude Herdman Tough, combative Ollie Herdman Looking for trouble, Claude’s usual partner in crime Gladys Herdman Small, wiry, feisty Alice Wendleken Prim, proper, pain in the neck Maxine Elmer Hopkins Hobie David Beverly Shirley Juanita Doris Naomi * Extra angel choir members, baby angels, shepherds

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Ensemble opens its 36th MainStage Season w/ Arthur Miller's Pultizer Prize winner!
by Ensemble Theatre via NEohioPAL 16 Sep '15

16 Sep '15

Ensemble Theatre opens its 36th MainStage Season with Arthur Miller's *Pultizer Prize* winning *DEATH OF A SALESMAN * The story revolves around the last days of Willy Loman, a failing salesman, who cannot understand how he failed to win success and happiness. Through a series of tragic soul-searching revelations about the life he has lived with his wife, his sons, and his business associates, we discover how his quest for the "American Dream" kept him blind to the people who truly loved him. A thrilling work of deep and revealing beauty that remains one of the most profound classic dramas of the American theatre. "Death of the Salesman, like Eugene O'Neill's Long Day's Journey Into Night, towers amid the American plays we can continue to learn fresh lessons from." (-Denver Post) With and Amazing cast of CLEVELAND actors! *Greg White* Willy Loman *Mary Alice Beck* Linda Loman *Keith E. Stevens** Biff Loman *Johnathon L. Jackson* Harold (Hap) Loman *Joseph Milan* Charley *James Rankin* Bernard *Stephen Hood* Uncle Ben *August Scarpelli *Howard Wagner *Faith Whitacre* Miss Francis *Kayla Davis* Jenny *Emily Gray* Miss Forsythe *Kayla McDonald* Letta *Whit Lowell *Stanley **(Member of Actors' Equity Association) * *Greg White*- Winner of Best Actor- *Cleveland Jewish News *& *Cleveland Scene Magazine* 2015. This productions opens *Friday September 18th *and runs through *Sunday October 11th.* *Ensemble's MainStage Theatre. * Fridays & Saturdays @8pm. Sundays @2pm. *Tickets $12-$24. * Purchase tickets by phone: *216-321-2930 <216-321-2930>*Email: *tickets(a)ensemble-theatre.org <tickets(a)ensemble-theatre.org>*Online: *www.ensembletheatrecle.org <http://www.ensembletheatrecle.org/>* *Opening weekend special! BOGO! * *Buy One and Get One for opening weeknd! * *Enter discount BOGO online or mention at the door!* *Celebrating Arthur Miller's Centennial Year with this iconic American Classic Play! * *"There is a certain immortality involved int he theatre, not created by monuments or books, but though the knowledge the actor keeps to his dying day that on a certain afternoon, in an empty and dusty theatre, he cast a shadow of a being that was not himself but the distillation of all he had ever observed; all the unsignable heart-song the ordinary man may feel but never utter he gave voice to. And by that he somehow joins the ages." * -Arthur Miller *We look forward to seeing you in our audience! * -- *Information* info(a)ensemble-theatre.org 2843 Washington Blvd. Cleveland Hts., OH 441118 216-321-2930/216-202-0938 *www.ensembletheatrecle.org <http://www.ensembletheatrecle.org>*

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Friday Burning River Baroque concert in Lakewood
by Malina Rauschenfels via NEohioPAL 16 Sep '15

16 Sep '15

Join Burning River Baroque for a special one-night-only-in-Cleveland performance of exquisite and dynamic 17th-century Italian vocal works. Malina Rauschenfels (soprano, baroque violin) and Paula Maust (harpsichord, mezzo-soprano) will be joined by Canadian guest artist Bud Roach (tenor and baroque guitar) for a program of music and texts from Northern Italy that explores the various facets of love. Beloved songs of Monteverdi and Merula, rare works by Marini and Borlasca, a playful Sances dialogue, and exciting Frescobaldi duets will be seamlessly woven into an extraordinary and dramatic hour. Friday, Sept 18th, 7:30pm Lakewood Congregational Church ~ 1375 W Clifton Blvd, Lakewood, OH 44107 Free/donations gratefully accepted www.burningriverbaroque.org <http://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.burningriverbaroque.org%2F&h…> "Superb musicianship...Burning River Baroque left an indelible imprint on my psyche." The Boston Musical Intelligencer Burning River Baroque <https://www.facebook.com/BurningRiverBaroque> is: Malina Rauschenfels, soprano and baroque violin Paula Maust, mezzo and harpsichord special guest Bud Roach from Hamilton, Canada, tenor and baroque guitar

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AUDITIONS for IRVING BERLIN's WHITE CHRISTMAS - TrueNorth Cultural Arts
by Laura Golden via NEohioPAL 16 Sep '15

16 Sep '15

*TrueNorth Cultural Arts in partnership with Lorain County Metro Parks is pleased to announce auditions for the 2015-2016 Main Stage production of…* *IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS The Musical* *Music & Lyric's by Irving Berlin* *PERFORMANCE DATESDecember 4th - 20th, 2015Friday & Saturday at 7:30pmSunday at 3:00pm* *Directed by Lisa Yanofsky* Featuring songs and a story that will warm even the most frigid winter night, *White Christmas* is a present for all this holiday season! Bob and Phil team up to form a song-and-dance duo following their service in the army, but no training has prepared them for the amorous battle of wits they encounter when they pursue a pair of singing sisters to a picturesque Vermont Inn. Chocked to the brim with classic comedy, sweeping romance and a bevy of Irving Berlin Tunes including the standard “White Christmas,” this glowing adaptation of the 1954 film is the coziest way to keep out the cold! *AUDITION DATES* *Saturday, September 19th, 10:00am – 12:00pm & 1:00pm – 3:00pmSaturday, September 26th, 9:30am – 11:00am*Auditions are in 10-minute increments. Call (440) 949-5200 ext 221 <%28440%29%20949-5200%20ext%20221> to reserve a timeslot.PREPARATION(2) Contrasting Broadway Style musical selectionsREHEARSALSRehearsals will start on/around October 19th. Sundays, 6:00 – 10:00 P.M. / Monday - Thursday, 7:00 – 10:00 P.M* *CASTING* All roles available *Bob Wallace* - late 20's to mid 30's, a superb singer with a crooning style who moves well. *Phil Davis* - late 20's to mid 30's, strong jazz and tap-dancing needed - a song-and-dance comic performer. *Betty Haynes* - mid to late 20's, a female singer of quiet beauty and charm who must move well. *Judy Haynes* - early 20's, strong jazz and tap-dancing needed - a major song-and-dance performer. *General Henry Waverly* - late 50's to mid 60's, with the exception of one line, a non-singing role. *Martha Watson* - late 40's to mid 60's, a winning, appealing character-comedienne *Susan Waverly* - 9 years old, she must have an excellent belt voice and be able to move well. *Ralph Sheldrake* - mid to late 30's *Rita* - mid 20's to early 30's *Rhoda* - mid 20's to early 30's *Ezekiel Foster* - mid 40's to late 50's *Mike* - mid 20's to late 30's *Ensemble Roles* Tessie Jimmy Cigarette Girl Snoring Man Mrs. Snoring Man Train Conductor Dance Captain Seamstress Assistant Seamstress Ed Sullivan Announcer Regency Room Announcer - offstage voice Sheldrake's Secretary - offstage voice *Ensemble* 'Jimmy's Back Room' Clubgoers Train Passengers Inn Guests Chorus Kids Patrons of the Regency Room

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TrueNorth Cultural Arts 2015-2016 Season Preview Party - This Saturday
by Laura Golden via NEohioPAL 16 Sep '15

16 Sep '15

TrueNorth Cultural Arts in partnership with Lorain County Metro Parks invites you to join us this Saturday, September 19th from 6:30pm - 9:30pm for our 2015-2016 Preview Party. This Free event is open to all. Catch a sneak peek of our upcoming Mainstage productions; *Big Fish The Musical, Irving Berlin's White Christmas The Musical, The Odd Couple, Godspell, Next to Normal and South Pacific.* You will have the opportunity to purchase season tickets and enjoy live entertainment throughout the evening. Hors D'oeuvres will be served and a cash bar will be available. Ticket give-aways every 15 minutes throughout the evening, with (2) season ticket packages awarded at the end of the night. TrueNorth Cultural Arts is located within French Creek Nature and Arts Center 4530 Colorado Ave. Sheffield Village, OH 44054 (440) 949-5200 x 221 We hope to see you there!

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InsideCPH Events Offer Behind the Scenes Peek at Ken Ludwig’s A Comedy of Tenors and The Crucible
by Natalie Ault via NEohioPAL 16 Sep '15

16 Sep '15

InsideCPH Events Offer Behind the Scenes Peek at Ken Ludwig’s A Comedy of Tenors and The Crucible Ken Ludwig’s A Comedy of Tenors, the hilarious world-premiere comedy by comic mastermind Ken Ludwig, is currently entertaining audiences at Cleveland Play House, but the enjoyment doesn’t have to stop when the final curtain falls. If you’re interested in continuing—or beginning—your journey with this uproarious play – or the upcoming production of Arthur Miller’s The Crucible, Cleveland Play House has even more excitement in store with our free InsideCPH events. These events allow audience members to get up-close-and-personal with the people and processes that make our work happen. The events take place in a fun, informal and interactive setting and are always open to the public and free of charge. Ranging from Pre-show Conversations and Post-show TalkBacks to Behind-The-Scenes workshops and Script Club, InsideCPH is the perfect way to get to know our shows on a deeper level. InsideCPH events for Ken Ludwig’s A Comedy of Tenors and The Crucible are: BEHIND-THE-SCENES: It’s a Farce! Saturday, September 19 12–1:00 p.m. Join Ken Ludwig’s A Comedy of Tenors actor Rob McClure as he conducts an acting workshop on the world of Farce! This Tony-nominated actor (Chaplin) will lead participants in a fun-filled exploration of the style and heart associated with this most time-honored and beloved of comic traditions. RSVP required at www.clevelandplayhouse.com<http://www.clevelandplayhouse.com> TALKBACK September 17, and 20 immediately following performance PRE-SHOW CONVERSATIONS 45 minutes before every performance INSIDEGUIDE Online at clevelandplayhouse.com TECH NIGHT: The Crucible Wednesday, October 7 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Hear from the director and designers, then sit in on a technical rehearsal ("tech") to see how set, lights, sound, costumes, and actors all come together as opening night nears! RSVP required at www.clevelandplayhouse.com<http://www.clevelandplayhouse.com>

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Cleveland Public Theatre announces auditions for Nord Family Foundation Playwright Fellowship Readings
by Jaclyn McConnell via NEohioPAL 16 Sep '15

16 Sep '15

*Cleveland Public Theatre announces * *Auditions for Nord Family Foundation Playwright Fellowship Readings * Cleveland Public Theatre is looking to cast 3 plays for a series of readings for our Nord Family Foundation Playwright Fellows. We are looking for a diverse group of all ages and types interested in originating roles in three new plays. The Nord Family Foundation Playwright Residency Readings consist of 3 readings for each play written by 3 local writers. Each play will have two private readings and one fully staged reading open to the public. *When: Saturday, September 26th from 1:00-4:00pm* *Where: CPT’s Campus (6415 Detroit Ave)* Auditions are by appointment only and will be scheduled in one hour increments. Actors will be given sides at the audition for cold readings. They should also come with one prepared contemporary monologue that they may be asked to perform. Please bring 3 copies of your headshot and resume, if available. Actors should be prepared to stay for the entire hour. *The Nord Readings will need the following commitment:* 1. First Reading: a private, invitation-only cold read with no prior rehearsals that will take place the weekend of October 22nd – 24th 2. Second Reading: a private, invitation-only reading with 10 hours of rehearsal. Performance will take place the weekend of November 12th – 14 th 3. Final Reading: 2 fully staged-reading performances open to the general public with 20 hours of rehearsal (similar to CPT’s SpringBoard series from previous seasons). Performances will take place the weekend of January 6 th – 10th *AEA contracts will not be considered. Non AEA actors will receive a very small stipend.* Interested actors should schedule an appointment with Joan Yellen Horvitz Assistant Directing Fellow, *Jaclyn McConnell *by email only: *jrenee.mcconnell(a)gmail.com <jrenee.mcconnell(a)gmail.com>**. *When scheduling your audition, you must *provide your preferred time and phone number*. Please do not call. Appointments will only be made via email. *Looking to cast the following:* *Well Beings*, *written by Greg Vovos and directed by Dale Heinen* * Seeking 6 men, and 3 women—any ethnicity.* ANTON: M, 30ish, struggling with heroin addiction. JOHN: M, 50s. Anton's Dad. He has cancer, but he'd tell you that's the least of his problems. Doubled with MAN, 50's, sweaty, gross and middle-aged. JACK: M, 20s, the Romeo to Holly's Juliet. An addict who is determined to get clean for both Holly and himself. Doubled with CHECKERS, 20s, another user, tall, from the recovery center. THE ECHO: M, 30s, an unkind voice in Anton's head. GRAVEDIGGER: M, 40s-60s, he buries the dead. Doubled with TERRENCE, a user facing the crisis of his life. JESSE: M, 20s, a.k.a. The Mad Hatter. Recovering user. A wildcard. Doubled with VINCE, 20's, a slick user from the recovery center. MARY: F, 50s, Anton's Mom. She loves with the strength and endurance that only a mother can. HOLLY: F, 20s, a heroin addict and Jack's partner. If she could stop feeling altogether, she would, but Jack makes that difficult for her. Her life has not been easy. ELLA: F, 30-40s, a recovering heroin addict who facilitates the NA meetings. *The Waters**, Written by Gail Nyoka and directed by Melissa T. Crum* *Seeking 6 women and 2 men NOTE: Descriptions of ethnicity are loose and can be altered.* DIANNA GARNET: F, age 40 – 45. African American JANICE SHARPE: F, age 45 – 50. Caucasian DELORES KEYS: F, age 40 – 45. Caucasian SYLVIA LANDE: F, age 35 – 40. Native American, or Asian NURSE LILLIAN BURNS: F, age 55 - 60. Wears a lab coat over her conservative clothing. African American DOCTOR LEWIS MOORE, M, age 65 - 70. Dresses conservatively, expensively. Caucasian. ANTLERED MASKED FIGURE: M, age range 25 – 45, almost naked, has a wild feel. Native or African American, or Caucasian. HEADLESS WOMAN: F, age range 35 – 40. Bloodied and with a bloody hole for a heart. Could possibly be played by one of the other characters (Janice?). Caucasian – the same as Delores, whatever ethnicity is chosen for Delores. *Canon Fodder* *, Written by Stuart Hoffman, directed by Caitlin Lewins**Seeking 1 woman, any ethnicity* THE FAN: F, mid-late 30s, Recounting what she considers a literary love affair with her favorite author.

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