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"What Were They Thinking: From Stage to Screen"
by Bob Abelman via NEohioPAL 29 Jan '16

29 Jan '16

What Were They Thinking: From Stage to Screen Bob Abelman Cleveland Jewish News, The News Herald, The Morning Journal Member, International Association of Theatre Critics “All the world's a stage.” ~ From the 2006 film “As You Like It” New York magazine called it a "tasteless bombardment” and The Hollywood Reporter referred to it as “musical diarrhea.” Despite its box office success – $148 million domestic and $283 million worldwide – most critics of the film version of the Broadway musical “Les Misérables” wrote disparaging reviews. They haven’t been much kinder to NBC’s recent efforts to bring live theater back to the small screen – where it was a mainstay in the 1950s – with recent broadcasts of “The Sound of Music” (“As lifeless as those alpine backdrops,” Variety), “Peter Pan” (“Fails to take flight,” NY Daily News) and “The Wiz” ( “A hot mess,” The Daily Beast). Most of the negative commentary revolved around the intrusion of the camera when going from stage to screen, which The New York Times referred to as the “inability to leave any lily ungilded, to direct a scene without tilting or hurtling or throwing the camera around.” And this isn’t just a problem with musicals, for the history of filmed theater in general doesn’t have a great track record in this regard. Have you seen “Spinning Into Butter” (“A movie taking a fairly interesting premise… and, through sheer incompetence, turning it into an unwatchable mess,” The Washington Times)? The National Theatre in London attempted to bridge this chasm in storytelling modalities by taking a different approach to adapting stage productions for the big screen, called NT Live. For more of this article, go to www.clevelandjewishnews.com/columnists/.

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Vanya, End Days, Valentine's Day, and Brothers Grimm - February Events at CVLT
by Chagrin Valley Little Theatre via NEohioPAL 29 Jan '16

29 Jan '16

Trouble viewing this email? See it on the web at http://www.cvlt.org/monthlymail.htm <http://www.cvlt.org/monthlymail.htm> CHAGRIN VALLEY LITTLE THEATRE February 2016 News & Events www.CVLT.org <http://www.CVLT.org>440-247-8955 40 River Street, Chagrin Falls OH 44022 Facebook.com/ChagrinTheatre <http://www.Facebook.com/ChagrinTheatre> Twitter.com/ChagrinTheatre <http://twitter.com/ChagrinTheatre> Instagram.com/ChagrinTheatre <http://instagram.com/ChagrinTheatre> Happening in February & March… * *NOW - February 6:* VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE <http://www.cvlt.org/86thSeason/vanyasonia.php?utm_source=monthlymail&utm_me…> (Main Stage, Comedy) * *February 13:* Chagrin Falls Studio Orchestra's Valentine's Day Extravaganza <http://www.cvlt.org/86thSeason/cfso-valentine.php?utm_source=monthlymail&ut…> * *February 19 - March 6:* END DAYS <http://www.cvlt.org/86thSeason/enddays.php?utm_source=monthlymail&utm_mediu…> (River Street Playhouse, Comedy) * *February 27 & 28:* CVLT Youth Theatre presents "Tales from the Brothers Grimm" <http://www.cvlt.org/86thSeason/yt-grimm.php?utm_source=monthlymail&utm_medi…> Coming in April… * *April 1 - April 30:* SPAMALOT <http://www.cvlt.org/86thSeason/spamalot.php?utm_source=monthlymail&utm_medi…> (Main Stage, Musical) * *April 29 - May 14:* ME AND JEZEBEL (River Street Playhouse, Comedy) */Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike <http://www.cvlt.org/86thSeason/vanyasonia.php?utm_source=monthlymail&utm_me…>/* by CHRISTOPHER DURANG *NOW - February 6, 2015 Friday & Saturday nights at 8 PM* *Tickets: * $18 regular / $4 senior/student discount Note: Contains strong language. *For information see www.cvlt.org/86thSeason/vanyasonia.php <http://www.cvlt.org/86thSeason/vanyasonia.php?utm_source=monthlymail&utm_me…> or call 440-247-8955* Directed by ROBERT McCOY Meet the cast on YouTube - https://youtu.be/DLI8xipUuSM <https://youtu.be/DLI8xipUuSM> "The clever writing had just enough to always keep audience members thinking, and/or chuckling. And the six actors who made up the cast did a superb job in fully wringing out all the play's humor." - Jeff Piorkowski, Sun News Read the full review on Cleveland.com <http://www.cleveland.com/chagrin-valley/index.ssf/2016/01/play.html> */End Days <http://www.cvlt.org/86thSeason/enddays.php?utm_source=monthlymail&utm_mediu…>/* by DEBORAH ZOE LAUFER *February 19 - March 5, 2015 Friday & Saturday nights at 8 PM* *Tickets: * $12 Note: Not recommended for children. *For information see www.cvlt.org/86thSeason/enddays.php <http://www.cvlt.org/86thSeason/enddays.php?utm_source=monthlymail&utm_mediu…> or call 440-247-8955* Directed by THERESA BENYO-MARZULLO Starring Travis Reilly, Ren Harris, Brenda Redmond, Scott Stachiw, and Andrew Gordon Would you rather face the end of the world with laughter, regrets, or Elvis? Deborah Zoe Laufer's witty black comedy END DAYS offers both humor and compassion as it explores the dynamics of post-9/11 family life. With Armageddon seemingly bearing down on them, the Stein family discovers what they hold most sacred. */Tales from the Brothers Grimm <http://www.cvlt.org/86thSeason/yt-grimm.php?utm_source=monthlymail&utm_medi…>/* adapted by DOUG GOHEEN *Saturday, Feb 27th at 2:00 & 7:00 PM Sunday, Feb 28th at 2:00 PM* *Tickets: * $6 *For information see www.cvlt.org/86thSeason/yt-grimm.php <http://www.cvlt.org/86thSeason/yt-grimm.php?utm_source=monthlymail&utm_medi…> or call 440-247-8955* THE CVLT YOUTH THEATRE Directed by JULIA KOLIBAB Our Youth Theatre presents the culmination of the Winter session, with /Tales from the Brothers Grimm, /dramatizing five of the tales from the Brothers' collection: "The Bremen Town Musicians," "Hans in Luck," "The Fisherman and His Wife," "The Elves and the Shoemaker," and "The Golden Goose." Two of the stories, "Hans in Luck" and "The Elves and the Shoemaker." Audience members will learn some of the background illuminating the Brothers themselves as well as the process through which they went to obtain their tales and the varied sources from which they collected them. *Spring Youth Theatre Session Begins April 2nd <http://www.cvlt.org/youth>* */Valentine's Day Extravaganza Benefit Concert <http://www.cvlt.org/86thSeason/cfso-valentine.php?utm_source=monthlymail&ut…>/* Chagrin Falls Studio Orchestra *February 13 at 7:30 PM* $75 concert ticket $100 concert plus pre-show events (limit 50!) All tickets include valet parking and are 75% tax-deductible *For information see www.cvlt.org/86thSeason/cfso-valentine.php <http://www.cvlt.org/86thSeason/cfso-valentine.php?utm_source=monthlymail&ut…> or call 440-247-8955* Darlene Nelson at Imagery Gallery <http://www.imageryfinearts.com> is hosting a *pre-concert private party* at 5:30 PM, featuring work by Cleveland's famous photographer, Herb Ascherman <http://www.ascherman.com>, who will be on hand to meet with guests. On the main stage at 7:30, the brilliant, world-renowned pianist Dmitri Levkovich <http://www.dmitrilevkovich.com> will be performing the passionate *Rachmaninoff Piano Concert #3* with the 40 piece Chagrin Studio Orchestra under the baton of Maestro Stephen A. Eva. After the concert at 8:50, there is an *after party *featuring a "Jam Session" of music performed by the talented musicians of the Studio Orchestra. The party is professionally catered by The Cuyahoga Group <http://www.cuyahogagroup.com>, and Executive Chef Andrew Yanek is planning unique "light fare" that will tickle your taste buds. Chuck's Fine Wines <http://www.chucksfinewines.com> is providing the wine for the evening and both Kurt and Yolanda will be on hand to do the pouring. *We want to hear your opinions! Please take our brief survey! <https://spreadsheets.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dE1NM3NxdzNJRX…>* *CVLT.org • 440-247-8955 40 River Street, Chagrin Falls OH 44022* Facebook.com/ChagrinTheatre <http://www.Facebook.com/ChagrinTheatre> | Twitter.com/ChagrinTheatre <http://twitter.com/ChagrinTheatre> | Instagram.com/ChagrinTheatre <http://twitter.com/ChagrinTheatre> Chagrin Valley Little Theatre is generously funded by Cuyahoga County residents through Cuyahoga Arts and Culture <http://cuyahogaartsandculture.org/>. The Ohio Arts Council <http://www.oac.state.oh.us/> helps fund our organization with state tax dollars to encourage economic growth, educational excellence and cultural enrichment for all Ohioans. Proud member of the American Association of Community Theatre <http://www.aact2.org>.

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Casting Humanity Project
by Erin Alyse via NEohioPAL 29 Jan '16

29 Jan '16

Helping to cast this project for two directors who are pretty known and do a lot of good work. It’s great exposure, this is going to be an amazing project. You will get a credit and a copy. The pay for an hour or two is $50. Please reply directly to angela(a)angelaboehmcasting.com. Please put emotions in the subject. Please include the part you are going for with your phone, name and pic. 18 - Pullups (need athletic dude ages 17-30 - non-actor) 19 - Club Dancer (need female in her 20-30’s. Ideally we want a bigger woman who really lets go of herself and knows to dance. Can be actor or non-actor). 21 - Spring Break Sorority Girls (need 3-5 sorority type girls - non-actor) 26 - Criminal Getaway Car (need 2-4 thug or streetguys ages 18-35 years old - actor or non-actor) 37 - Mom Laughing in Church (need a mother (age 35-45) and her actual kids (preferably two to three kids ages 3-16 years old - actor or non-actor) 38 - Gum in Hair (need more teenage girls - actors or non-actors) 41 - Slumber Party (need little girls - non-actors) 44 - Thug Execution (need more thugs / street dudes - actors or non-actors) 48 - Thug in Cemetery (need more thugs / street dudes - actors) 53 - Old woman at Bottom of Stairs (need an old woman ages 60-80 yrs. - actors) 55 - Holy Spirit Murmurs (need a man or woman that can speak in tongues as they are overtaken by the holy spirit. Ages 35-60 - (actor or non-actor who really believes) 62 - Parent Teacher Fight (need actor parents ages 35-45 and teacher that’s an actor or non-actor). 65 - Frat Hazing (need more frat type dudes - non-actors) 68 - Prisoner Baby (need actors for prisoner / wife + real baby) 71 - Heart Attack (need middle aged to older man - actor or non-actor) 92 - Teen Girls Put Make-up on Boy (need group of teen friends - non-actor) 93 - Grandparent Sledding With Kid (need grandpa and kid - non-actor) 94 - Toddler Learns to Walk with Grandparents / Parents (need non actors) 95 - Parent Hugs Mentally Disabled Kid in Graduation Gown (need mentally disabled kid 16-20(down syndrome or autistic) - non-actors)

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Re: [NEohioPAL] VHS to DVD transfer
by Larry Williams via NEohioPAL 29 Jan '16

29 Jan '16

I will transfer your VHS content to DVD for $7 per cassette tape. If interested, send me an email. Lawrence WilliamsVideo Editorlarryme29(a)yahoo.com

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Swing dance this Saturday, January 30th at the Slovenian Workmen's Home
by Valerie Salstrom via NEohioPAL 29 Jan '16

29 Jan '16

Be sure to arrive in time to take part in the easy jitterbug lesson from 8pm to 9pm with Valerie Salstrom and Jim Macmillan. We always review the basic Jitterbug step, talk about the basics of leading and following, and then show a few new moves. Each lesson is unique and you will always pick up new moves and hints each time you attend a pre-dance lesson at a Get Hep Swing event. These lessons are appropriate for brand spankin' new dancers all the way up to advanced dancers. You will not be disappointed! Immediately after the lesson (at 9 PM) Red Light Roxy will kick off an awesome night of music and swing dancing until 12am. Everyone is welcome to come and have fun with us at the swing dance. There is no need to have previous dance experience or a dance partner. We rotate partners during the lesson so you will have the chance to meet and dance with lots and lots of people before the live music even begins! If you are attending the dance with a partner and do not want to rotate, that is fine too. No need to make reservations or buy tickets in advance. The event is $12 per person. $10 for students and seniors with a valid ID. $5 for first timers. The Waterloo Ballroom at the Slovenian Workmen's Home is located in the very artsy and lively Collinwood neighborhood. The address is 15335 Waterloo Rd, Cleveland, Ohio 44110. The Slovenian not only has a beautiful ballroom; they also have a well stocked bar. They have alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks of all kinds for sale--including a very special Slovenian beer- Lasko! There will also be some sweet and savory snacks for sale as well. The sign for the Slovenian has been taken down so please look for the sign for Packy Malleys. Our entrance is just to the left of them. There are TWO parking lots to the right of the ballroom and there is also some street parking as well. We also have a security guard who keeps an eye on the hall and both parking lots For more info please email Valerie at info(a)gethepswing.com. Please seewww.GetHepSwing.com for the most up to date information on dances, bands playing at the dances, classes, private lessons, school programs, and special topic workshops.

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Do you have a book in you?
by Deborah McDaniel via NEohioPAL 29 Jan '16

29 Jan '16

Everyone at one time oranother has felt that they should write a book! However, when you gave it alittle more thought, you just didn’t think you could do it! Don’t believe that lie!YOU CAN DO IT! And I can help! As a published author of three (3) novels, aformer English teacher and newspaper reporter with a college degree in English,I am more than qualified to help you bring the book in you—to life! There IS a book in you, and I can help yougive birth to it with my Manuscript Coaching Service in approximately 12 weeks! For Fiction:1. Diagnostic Assessment Consultation (1 week)2. Plot Development Outline (1 week)3. Character Development Sketching (2 weeks)4. Scene/Chapter Development Outline (3 weeks)5. Drafting (3 weeks)6. Revising & Editing (2-3 weeks)7. Publishing(1 week) For Nonfiction:1. Diagnostic Assessment Consultation (1 week)2. Chapter Outlining (1 week)3. Research (1 week)4. Drafting (3 weeks)5. Revising (3 weeks)6. Editing (2 weeks)7. Publishing(1 week) To get started with yourbook or novel today, call 216.544.9798, visit my website at www.deborahmcdaniel.com or send anemail to deborahmcdaniel63(a)gmail.comto sign-up for my Manuscript Coaching Service. You have a book in you,let me help you give birth to it!

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THE LORAIN PALACE THEATER'S INAUGURAL DIRECTOR SERIES CONCLUDES SATURDAY
by Kurt Hernon via NEohioPAL 29 Jan '16

29 Jan '16

*This Saturday, January 30 The Lorain Palace Theater concludes its inaugural Director Series with Quentin Tarantino's "Django Unchained" at 7PM. Local rock heroes This Avenue Dark will be on our Box Seat Stage as the doors, Chandelier Lounge and SMASH:The World's Greatest Food Truck all OPEN AT 6PM! * *Only $5 gets you in for all of this!* *Check us out online at www.LorainPalace.com <http://www.LorainPalace.com> for our full upcoming schedule (which includes Jazz finally returning to the Palace!), join our email list for first announcements and special deals! Also be sure to "like" us on our very active Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/The-Lorain-Palace-Theater-47796817217/?ref=hl <https://www.facebook.com/The-Lorain-Palace-Theater-47796817217/?ref=hl>) The Palace is where fun begins!* *The Lorain Palace Theater* *617 Broadway Ave* *Lorain, Ohio 44052* *440.245.2323* *www.LorainPalace.com <http://www.LorainPalace.com>*

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Auditions for Shel Silverstein plays at Lake Erie College Feb 3 and 4
by doctor celery via NEohioPAL 28 Jan '16

28 Jan '16

We are pleased to announce auditions for a weekend of short plays all written by celebrated author Shel Silverstein. AUDITIONS will be February 3 and 4 at 6pm, with callbacks on Friday February 5 at 6pm. Auditions will be held in Royce Hall for Performing and Fine Arts on the Campus of Lake Erie College (on Gillett Street). Auditions will consist of improv games as well as reading short scenes form the plays. There are a mix of roles for both men and women, all roles are generally adult characters. Auditions are open to the entire community. Performance dates are: April 7,8,9, and 10 Any questions can be directed to Dr. Jerry Jaffe at 440-375-7451<tel:440-375-7451> or jjaffe(a)lec.edu<mailto:jjaffe@lec.edu> If anyone is interested in auditioning but can not make the appointed times please contact Dr Jaffe to schedule a separate appointment. This production will be the fourth and final production of this year's Studio Season at Lake Erie College in partnership with Rabbit Run Community Arts Association "She went down to the pet shop and came back with two alligators. We asked her why she'd got two alligators, and she said they were on sale. Buy one at the regular price and you got another one for a penny. An alligator one cent sale. In its own way it made sense." Richard Brautigan, A CONFEDERATE GENERAL FROM BIG SUR

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Space Needed
by Coachman Collectibles via NEohioPAL 28 Jan '16

28 Jan '16

We are seeking a temporary (or permanent) home for monthly meetings in a nice environment (minimal furnishings needed). We are in need of a meeting space next month and only need a few tables and about a dozen chairs. Please reply to coachmancollectibles(a)yahoo.com if you can meet our needs. The meetings are 2-3 days out of the month.

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LOCAL TALENT AGENCY SEEKING 21-60 YEAR OLD AFRICAN AMERICAN MALE & FEMALE TALENT
by Cleveland TG via NEohioPAL 28 Jan '16

28 Jan '16

The Talent Group is seeking 21-60 year old AFRICAN AMERICAN MALE & FEMALE TALENT for an upcoming Feature Film. Please send 3-5 photos and resume to cleveland(a)talentgroup.com ASAP!! IMPORTANT NOTE: If you have a signed contract with another TALENT AGENCY in the CLEVELAND Area, we unfortunately cannot represent you or submit you for this job. If you are already signed with The Talent Group, we already have you submitted for this job. The Talent Group 2530 Superior Ave E., Suite 602 Cleveland, OH 44114 216-622-8011 Office 216-622-7551 Fax www.talentgroup.com ---------------------------------- CONFIDENTIALITY STATEMENT - PLEASE NOTE: The contents of this email including the script, client and client contact information, as well as other information contained within the email and/or attached is STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL. This email/message and it’s contents are intended only for the individual or entity to which it is addressed. It contains privileged, confidential information which is exempt from disclosure under applicable laws. You are strictly prohibited from disseminating or distributing this information or copying this information. Thank You - THE TALENT GROUP

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