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Advanced Acting for Film & TV
by via NEohioPAL 07 Oct '16

07 Oct '16

Register now for Cosmo Models' next acting class: Advanced Acting for Film & TV. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned actor, this two part class will teach you the basic that you need to act in film, TV, commercials, etc. Basic skills and tools will be examined, tips and techniques based on various “method” styles, and improv practice. Part 1 – Monday October 24, 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm Part 2 – Monday November 7, 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm Instructor: Edd Schultz, actor, author, public speaker, Talent Manager for Cosmo Models Ohio. $20 for Willoughby residents $25 for non-residents Location: Willoughby Senior Center, 38032 Brown Ave, Willoughby, OH 44094 Please be prompt. Please call Willoughby Parks & Recreation to register. Call 440-953-4200.

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Miss Millie's is just the bees knees!
by Todd Dieringer via NEohioPAL 07 Oct '16

07 Oct '16

She's a thoroughly modern gal and has given you access to THE hottest spot in town - Miss Millie's Speakeasy! Weathervane Playhouse Annual Gala Saturday, Oct. 22 Our fun 1920's themed gala will be the bees knees with musical stylings of the era by local talent The Angie Haze Project<https://www.facebook.com/theangiehazeproject/> and special guest emcee Jeff St. Clair<http://wksu.org/people/jeff-st-clair#stream/0> - host of the radio program "All Things Considered" on WKSU 89.7FM and special coffee service provided by local roaster and coffee bar Nervous Dog<http://www.nervousdog.com/>. The evening includes exquisite food, delicious drinks and grand auction items. Tickets start at just $50. All proceeds benefit the operating fund of the theater and ensure that "the show always goes on!" Find more details and prices on the event page<http://tiny.cc/WVPNEO-Gala>.

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Curtain Up at the Cotton Club is back!
by Joanna Hunkins via NEohioPAL 07 Oct '16

07 Oct '16

Following two sold out performances at Playhouse Square last season, *CURTAIN UP AT THE COTTON CLUB* is back by popular demand! Presented by *The Musical Theater Project* and *Cleveland Jazz Orchestra* *Saturday, October 15, 2016 | 3:00 PM* Lakeland Community College, Dr. Wayne L. Rodehorst Performing Arts Center *Sunday, October 16, 2016 | 2:00 PM* Stocker Arts Center, Hoke Theatre Welcome to the hottest spot in Harlem. In the 1920s and 30s the Cotton Club was the citadel of the New York jazz scene, its stage filled with the greatest black musical and theatrical talent this country has ever produced: Lena Horne, Duke Ellington, Cab Calloway and so many more. “Stormy Weather” was introduced there, and “I’ve Got the World on a String.” Internationally famous, the room attracted royalty. But the club also embodied American racism, with a “whites-only” admittance policy that sent its performers to the kitchen for supper. Get your tickets early as TMTP and Cleveland Jazz Orchestra join forces to document a stunning chapter in the history of American entertainment. Co-hosted by *Bill Rudman* and *Paul Ferguson* | Featuring Cleveland Jazz Orchestra, the *Joe Hunter *Trio*, John Morton, Treva Offutt* and *Evelyn Wright* *TICKETS Lakeland:* *General:* $30 | *Seniors/TMTP Members:* $25 | *LCC Students:* $10 Tickets available through TMTP’s Box Office. Call 216-245-TMTP (8687) or visit MusicalTheaterProject.org *Stocker Arts Center:* *General:* $20 | *Children (18 and under):* $10 Tickets available through the Stocker arts Center Box Office. Call 440-366-4040 or visit StockerartsCenter.com

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Broadway comes to Chagrin Falls next weekend!
by Chagrin Valley Little Theatre via NEohioPAL 07 Oct '16

07 Oct '16

Chagrin Valley Little Theatre /NEXT WEEKEND!/ Right Down Broadway *Featuring the Chagrin Falls Studio Orchestra Conducted by Stephen A. Eva | Directed by Don Edelman * **Friday & Saturday at 8 PM / Sunday at 2 PM** *40 River Street, Chagrin Falls <http://maps.google.com/maps?q=Chagrin+Valley+Little+Theatre>* *TICKETS: *$25 *Details & Tickets: http://www.cvlt.org/87thSeason/cfso-broadway.php <http://www.cvlt.org/87thSeason/cfso-broadway.php?utm_source=NEOPAL&utm_medi…> or call 440-247-8955* Although Northeast Ohio has a remarkable number of community and non-profit theaters, constraints on space and budgets can make it a rare treat to hear the full orchestrations from big Broadway scores outside of the larger, more expensive venues. The Chagrin Falls Studio Orchestra and the Chagrin Valley Little Theater have been partnering for nearly a decade to fill that void with their joint concert events, performing songs from great musicals with some of the area's finest theatrical singers backed by a live 30-piece orchestra on stage. Their popular partnership continues this Fall as CFSO maestro Stephen A. Eva and CVLT director Don Edelman present "Right Down Broadway" at Chagrin Valley Little Theatre on Friday, October 14 and Saturday, October 15 at 8 PM, and Sunday, October 16 at 2 PM. The family-friendly show features music from shows new and old, including My Fair Lady, Wicked, Evita, Mary Poppins, Guys and Dolls, and many others, with the vocal talents of Ben Merold, Ron Davis, Gene Karlen, Greta Rothman, Colleen O'Leary, Libby Merriman, Amy Hesslein-Grant and Sharon Lloyd. Tickets to the event are $25 and are available at CVLT.org or by phone, 1-6 p.m. Monday-Saturday at 440-247-8955. "It's uncommon to hear a full-sized orchestra doing these kinds of film and Broadway arrangements in such an intimate venue," explains Eva, referring to CVLT's 262-seat main house at 40 River Street in historic Chagrin Falls Village. "Audiences will really be able to appreciate these scores in a new way, seeing and hearing the orchestra right up close. And these singers will knock your socks off!" "Right Down Broadway" is sponsored in part by The Dodero Foundation (Francesca DiBlasi), Stratos Wealth Partners (Phillip Rini), Skoda Minotti (Pat Carney), Design To Serve (Don Edelman), and Ganley Volkswagen/Subaru of Bedford (Michael Friedman). 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 and the Ohio Association of Community Theatre. CVLT.org - 440.247.8955

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White Christmas Auditions
by Rick Fortney via NEohioPAL 07 Oct '16

07 Oct '16

It's not too late to audition! French Creek is holding another audition Saturday morning, 10.8, at 11:00 a.m. Hope you can join us! Lorain County Metro Parks' French Creek Theatre is pleased to announce auditions for... Irving Berlin's White Christmas Music and Lyrics by Irving Berlin Based Upon the Paramount Pictures Film Written For the Screen by Norman Krasna, Norman Panama and Melvin Frank Book by David Ives and Paul Blake Directed by Rick Fortney Music Direction by Anthony Trifiletti Veterans Bob Wallace and Phil Davis have a successful song-and-dance act after World War II. With romance in mind, the two follow a duo of beautiful singing sisters en route to their Christmas show at a Vermont lodge, which just happens to be owned by Bob and Phil's former army commander. The dazzling score features well known standards including Blue Skies, I Love A Piano, How Deep Is the Ocean and the perennial favorite, White Christmas. PERFORMANCES December 2nd to 18th Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30pm Sundays at 3:00pm Actors age 18 and over receive a stipend. REHEARSALS Mon - Thu, 6:30pm-10:00pm beginning Oct 17th AUDITIONS by APPOINTMENT Contact director Rick Fortney at (440) 949-5200 x229 or rfortney(a)metroparks.cc<mailto:rfortney@metroparks.cc> to schedule a time. PREPARATION Actors should prepare two 32 bar songs, one up-tempo and one ballad; an accompanist will be provided. Actors should also be prepared to read sides from the script. 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 & 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 Tessie Jimmy Cigarette Girl Snoring Man Mrs. Snoring Man Train Conductor Dance Captain Seamstress Assistant Seamstress *Also seeking 8 strong dancers, non-singers to be featured throughout the performance. French Creek Theatre is located within the: French Creek Nature & Arts Center 4530 Colorado Ave Sheffield Village 44054 Richard A. Fortney LCMP Cultural Arts Manager French Creek Theatre 4530 Colorado Avenue Sheffield Village, Ohio 44054 Work: 440.949.5200, ext.229 http://www.metroparks.cc/theatre.php

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Musical Director needed for Seussical in Concert at the Akron Civic Theatre
by Val Renner via NEohioPAL 07 Oct '16

07 Oct '16

We are looking for someone to serve as music director for Suessical. We're doing it "In Concert" with just piano. It will be staged with mic stands - very minimal movement. Francine will be directing and can work the MD on vocal direction. We need someone to teach the notes and play for the rehearsals and performance. Rehearsals will be Sundays beginning Oct. 16 from 2:30 PM - 5 PM and continue every Sunday through the show. Show is December 11 at 2:30 PM. This is a paid position. Val Renner Media/Special Programming Director Akron Civic Theatre vrenner(a)akroncivic.com<mailto:vrenner@akroncivic.com> 330-535-3179 www.AkronCivic.com<http://www.AkronCivic.com>

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The Cleveland Prop Shop
by Monica Plunkett via NEohioPAL 07 Oct '16

07 Oct '16

Please post in the next listing. Thank you. Monica __________________________ The Cleveland Prop Shop Prop rental for both theater and film. No matter if your production is set in the 17th century or present day, we can help with your prop needs. Items include hand props and some set pieces. By appointment only in downtown Cleveland. Please contact Monica at 216-832-9656 or by email at clevelandpropshop(a)gmail.com -- Monica Plunkett Manager of the Cleveland Prop Shop Property Designer for Film and Theatre 216-832-9656

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"Can't Miss!" - Little Shop of Horrors in Akron
by Todd Dieringer via NEohioPAL 07 Oct '16

07 Oct '16

Little Shop of Horrors<http://tiny.cc/WVPNEOLittleShop> Akron Beacon Journal<http://www.ohio.com/entertainment/arts/theater-review-little-shop-of-horror…> critic proclaims "Audiences won't want to miss it!" Playing through October 16 Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. Sundays at 2:30 p.m. Buy tickets, read more, check out the cast/creative team list at WeathervanePlahouse.com<http://tiny.cc/WVPNEOLittleShop> Tickets $26 for adults (ages 18 and older) $22 for seniors (ages 65 and older) on Thursdays and Sundays only $13 for college students (with current I.D.) A musical comedy Book and lyrics by Howard Ashman Music by Alan Menken Based on the film by Roger Corman, screenplay by Charles Griffith The meek floral assistant Seymour Krelborn stumbles across a new breed of plant he names "Audrey II" - after his coworker crush. This foul-mouthed, R&B-singing carnivore promises unending fame and fortune to the down-and-out Krelborn as long as he keeps feeding it BLOOD! Over time, though, Seymour discovers Audrey II's out-of-this-world origins and intent towards global domination! A deviously delicious Broadway and Hollywood sci-fi smash musical, Little Shop Of Horrors has devoured the hearts of theatre goers for over 30 years. Howard Ashman and Alan Menken (Disney's The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast and Aladdin) are the creative geniuses behind what has become one of the most popular shows in the world.

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A Night of Nevermore: A Raven Good Time to Save The Tavern!
by Sara Tackett via NEohioPAL 07 Oct '16

07 Oct '16

A Night of Nevermore: A Raven Good Time to Save The Tavern! Date: Friday, October 14, 2016 Where: Rabbit Run Theater, 5648 Chapel Road, Madison, OH 44057 Time: 7pm Contact: Erin Cicero, 440-417-8299 or savethetavern(a)gmail.com On Friday, October 14th, The Unionville Tavern Preservation Society will host “A Night of Nevermore: A Raven Good Time” at historic Rabbit Run Theater in Madison, Ohio. The evening will include a Sweet & Savory Wine Reception, Live Victrola music from Madame L the Time Traveling Victrola DJ, a blind wine raffle, and dramatic portrayal of Edgar Allan Poe by Literary Historian, and living history performer, Rob Velella. The Wine Reception will begin at 7pm and feature three local wineries: Debonne Vineyards, Grand River Cellars, South River Winery. Each ticket to the event will include drink tickets to use towards a combination of samples and/or glasses of wine. Additional drink tickets will be available for additional cost. The dramatic portrayal of Edgar Allan Poe will be performed by Rob Velella. Mr. Velella will entertain questions from the audience following his performance. Tickets for the event are $30 a person and will include a Tavern Logo wine glass, Drink Tickets, appetizers, entertainment and performance by Edgar Allan Poe. (Tickets for the Blind Wine Raffle will be available the night of the event). Event tickets are available NOW online at www.SaveTheTavern.org/events. Funds from this event will go toward the ongoing effort of The Unionville Tavern Preservation Society to rehabilitate and preserve the Unionville Tavern in Unionville, Ohio. For more information about “A Night of Nevermore: A Raven Good Time”, and other upcoming events to help “Save The Tavern!” please visit http://www.SaveTheTavern.org/events, visiting our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/savethetavern, or by calling the Society at 440-417-8299. For more information about historic Rabbit Run Theater, visit their website at http://www.rabbitrunonline.org.

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Clague Playhouse in need of Asst. Director/Stage Manager
by Jeff Lockshine via NEohioPAL 07 Oct '16

07 Oct '16

Clague Playhouse in Westlake has an immediate need for a Asst. Director/Stage Manager for the upcoming production of 'Love from a Stranger' directed by Doug Farren. The show opens Jan. 20th with a production meeting scheduled for Oct. 22 and auditions on Oct. 18 & 19. This is a paid position. Contact Jeff Lockshine at clagueproduction(a)yahoo.com

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