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AUDITIONS for Almost, Maine
by Christopher Bizub via NEohioPAL 30 Nov '16

30 Nov '16

AUDITIONS for ALMOST, MAINE by John Cariani Directed by Chris Bizub Sunday and Monday, Dec, 11th & 12th from 7:30pm-10:00pm AUDITION LOCATION: O'Neills Healthcare 605 Bradley Road Bay Village, OH 44140 Auditions will consist of readings from the script. Callbacks: TBA SHOW DATES: March 3, 4, 10, 11 at 8pm and March 12 at 3pm PERFORMANCE LOCATION:: St. Barnabas Episcopal Church 468 Bradley Road Bay Village, Ohio 44140 SYNOPSIS: Welcome to Almost, Maine, a town that’s so far north, it’s almost not in the United States—it’s almost in Canada. And it almost doesn’t exist. Because its residents never got around to getting organized. So it’s just…Almost. One cold, clear Friday night in the middle of winter, while the northern lights hover in the sky above, Almost’s residents find themselves falling in and out of love in the strangest ways. Knees are bruised. Hearts are broken. Love is lost, found, and confounded. And life for the people of Almost, Maine will never be the same. AVAILABLE ROLES: MEN: Pete - teens - 30s. An intelligent young man with who sometimes has trouble with saying the wrong thing. Jimmy - 20s - 40s. Down on his luck, ex-boyfriend of Sandrine. Lendall - 20s -30s. A man-child with some growing up to do. Dave - 20s - 40s. Rhonda’s best friend, but wishes there could more between them Steve - 20s - 40s A child-like man who has been born without the ability to feel pain, and who has been raised by his brother. Daniel - 30s - 60s. A man who was once deeply hurt by his one true love. Randy - 20s - 50s. Randy is best friends with Chad, they try to one up each other with who had the worst date stories. Chad - 20s - 50s. Chad is best friends with Randy, they try to one up each other with who had the worst date stories. Phil - 30s - 50s. A man having marital troubles, he feels more comfortable at work than at home East - 30s - 60s. Down-to-earth handyman falls in love with Glory at first sight. WOMEN: Ginette - teens - 30s. Desperately in love with Pete and will do anything to prove it. Sandrine - 20s - 40s A woman who runs into her ex-boyfriend while at her bachelorette party Gayle - 20s - 30s. A woman who is ready to move on to the next step in her relationship or end it. Rhonda - 20s - 40s. Fun, quirky, thinks of herself as “just one of the guys,” she is afraid to let her relationship with Dave move to the next level. Suzette - 30s - 60s. Daniel’s Wife. Marvalyn - 20s - 40s. Marvalyn and her boyfriend have fallen on hard times, which has caused a lot of strain in their relationship. Hope - 30s - 60s. Regrets choosing career over love, trying to find the man she left behind. Marci - 30s -50s. A woman having marital troubles, feels as though her husband no longer pays attention to anything, and constantly hides her true feelings. Glory - 30s - 60s. Glory believes that she caused the death of her husband, and is having trouble moving on because of her guilt. IMPORTANT: This show is a series a vignettes with 2-3 characters in each. If you are cast in this production, I plan on giving each actor cast 2 or more roles in the show. If you have any questions, feel free to e-mail the director at cmb164(a)zips.uakron.edu

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Workshop Players "Uh-Oh, Here Comes Christmas" Opens Tomorrow, December 1!
by Workshop Players via NEohioPAL 30 Nov '16

30 Nov '16

Workshop Players Theatre presents "Uh-Oh, Here Comes Christmas" by David Caldwell, Ernest Zulia and Robert Fulghum, directed by Kristina Rivera. This charming show takes a funny, heartwarming and often poignant look at the struggle to find the spirit of the holidays amid the avalanche of commercialism, stress and chaos that crashes down every December. A series of stories unfold ranging from hilarious musing about the love/hate relationship with the ever present poinsettias, to an unexpected path to curing a person’s serious case of “Scoogitis.” Cast members Jeff Caja, Kevin Clilne, Shelvey Linder, Sophie Matos, Heidi Sarvis-Sapp and John Telepak invite you to come share the joy, the hot chocolate, the cookies, the Christmas Karaoke and the fun with us. Santa will be there on matinee days for pictures with the kids! Bring them along! Performances are December1, 2, 3, 9, 10, 16 and 17 at 8 p.m., with Sunday matinees on December 11 and 18 at 3 p.m. All seats are $15. Reservations are encouraged. Do you have a group interested in attending? Ten or more in a group gets you a $2 discount. Call the Box Office for details at 440-988-5613 -- Workshop Players 44820 Middle Ridge Road, Amherst, OH 44001 Box Office: 440-988-5613 (Box Office hours: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.) contact(a)workshopplayers.com www.workshopplayers.com "If all the world's a stage, I want better lighting!"

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Auditions - David Ives One Acts
by Marc Howard via NEohioPAL 30 Nov '16

30 Nov '16

****** *AUDITION* *NOTICE* ****** Aurora Community Theatre presents *DAV**I**D* *IVES* *ONE* *ACTS* *Including:* *Wo**rds,* *Words,* *Words* & *Time* *Flies* *Soap* *Opera* & *Sure* *Thing* *Mere* *Mortals* & *Lives* *of* *the* *Saints* *The* *P**hiladelphia* & *Foreplay* *A**U**DITIONS* *for* *all* *eight* *plays* *will* *be* *held:* *7-9* *pm* * D**ec.* *11* *&* *12* *115* *E.* *Pioneer* *Trail,* *Aurora,* *O**H* *44202* What to Prepare: A monologue no more than 3 minutes in length Please bring: A current resume and headshot and schedule conflicts Performances: 8 pm FRI & SAT March 3 -11 * Marc* *C.* *Howard,* Producer Ann Nyenhuis, Stage Manager Craig Kollai, Lighting Maggie Hamilton, Sound *W**ords,* *Words,* *Words* & *Time* *Flies* *Theresa* *Benyo-* *Marzullo*, director *S**oap* *Opera* & *S**ure* *Thing* *Robert* *McCoy*, director *Mere* *Mortals* & *Lives* *of* *the* *Saints* *Michael* *Oatman*, director *The* *Philadelphia* *&* *Foreplay* *D.* *Keith* *Stiver*, director Please direct all queries to the producer, marc.c.howard(a)gmail.com

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Mamai Theatre Company announces AEA / Non-AEA 2017 Season auditions
by Christine McBurney via NEohioPAL 30 Nov '16

30 Nov '16

Mamai Theatre Company announces AEA / Non-AEA 2017 Season auditions AUDITION DATES - by appointment only Tuesday, December 6, 6:00 – 10:00pm Thursday, December 8, 6:00 – 10:00pm Callbacks: Sunday, December 11, by appointment between 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm Audition Location: The Cleveland Masonic Performing Arts Center, The Gold Room, 3615 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. (Free parking on site in gated lot off of Euclid Avenue. Enter west-bound on Euclid at the red “Masonic Parking” sign after the Red Cross parking signs). AUDITION PREPARATION Sides will be emailed upon scheduling an audition appointment. Prepared monologues are welcome but not required. Bring a copy of headshot & resume. Mamai Theatre Company welcomes non-traditional casting opportunities. SCHEDULING YOUR AUDITION Please email mamaitheatrecocleveland(a)gmail.com AFTER November 1st , and identify the following: - Your name - AEA / EMC / Non-AEA status - availability within the audition dates & times above CASTING A DOLL’S HOUSE by Henrik Ibsen, adapted by Thornton Wilder Directed by Christine McBurney Production Dates: Wednesdays-Saturdays at 7:30pm, Sundays at 2:30pm, August 9-27, 2017 Venue: The Helen Rosenfeld Lewis Bialosky Lab Theatre, Playhouse Square Rehearsal Period & Locales: July 10-30, 2017 at The Cleveland Masonic Performing Arts Center, Gold Room July 31-August 8, 2017 at The Helen; Tech: August 5-8 FAQs: - Setting: Somewhere in the western world, 1879. - No dialects will be required. - Anna’s role will be combined with Ellen, the maid’s. - The Porter and the children’s roles have been cut. - Wilder has Americanized the dialogue as well as some names: Torvald becomes Thorwald and Kristine, Christina. - Rehearses at Masonic Gold Room: July 10-30, 2017. - Moves to the Helen at Playhouse Square: July 31. - Tech: August 5-8. - Performance run: August 9-27, 2017: Wed-Sat at 7:30pm, Sun at 2:30pm. - There is (1) AEA Special Appearance Agreement (Level I) contract available. - Non-AEA Stipend is increased from 2013-2016 rate. AVAILABLE ROLES 3 women, 3 men: Nora Helmer (30s) Mrs. Christina Linde (30s) Anna, the Nurse (late 40s-early 50s) Thorwald Helmer (30s) Nils Krogstad (30s) Dr. Rank (late 30s-40s) “Doll's House, A (Wilder)” is presented by special arrangement with SAMUEL FRENCH, INC. COMPANY OVERVIEW & ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: www.mamaitheatreco.org Tickets on sale now at www.playhousesquare.org Like us on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/MamaiTheatreCo Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/mamaitheatreco

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Opening this Friday! THE KNIFE IS MONEY, THE FORK IS LOVE at convergence-continuum
by convergence-continuum via NEohioPAL 29 Nov '16

29 Nov '16

CONVERGENCE-CONTINUUM PRESENTS THE WORLD PREMIERE OF A NOIR MYSTERY THRILLER COMEDY BY CLEVELAND PLAYWRIGHT JONATHAN WILHELM THE KNIFE IS MONEY, THE FORK IS LOVE IT'S 1932, AND 17-YEAR-OLD TOBIAS, A YOUNG MAN ENAMORED WITH RADIO SERIALS AND PULP FICTION, RECEIVES A PUZZLING PACKAGE WHICH LEADS HIM ON A DANGER-FILLED SEARCH FOR THE MEMBERS OF A SECRET SOCIETY. IN THE THEATER, MEANWHILE, A GROUP OF CONFUSED AND CONTENTIOUS ACTORS STRUGGLE TO PROVIDE HISTORICAL CONTEXT (OR NOT) AND WORK WITH THE AUDIENCE TO SOLVE TOBIAS’ DEPRESSION-ERA ENIGMA. CONFUSION, AND MUCH COMEDY, ENSUES AS BOTH THE CHARACTERS AND ACTORS STRUGGLE TO UNTANGLE THIS MYSTERIOUS AND THRILLING TALE FOR US. DIRECTED BY GEOFFREY HOFFMAN AND FEATURING LUCY BREDESON-SMITH, ROB BRANCH, AMY BISTOK BUNCE AND DAVID THONNINGS. OPENING FRI, DEC 2 AND RUNNING THURS-SAT AT 8 PM THROUGH DEC 17 AT THE LIMINIS THEATER, 2438 SCRANTON RD, CLEVELAND 44113 IN THE HISTORIC TREMONT NEIGHBORHOOD. TICKETS $15 GENERAL ADMISSION, $12 SENIORS (65+), $10 STUDENTS AT CONVERGENCE-CONTINUUM.ORG [1] AND 216-687-0074 ____________________________________________________________ THE LIMINIS THEATER BUILDING IS GOING UP FOR SALE. HELP CONVERGENCE-CONTINUUM BUY IT! FULL DETAILS (AND A LIMINIS VIDEO) AT HTTPS://WWW.GENEROSITY.COM/COMMUNITY-FUNDRAISING/CONVERGENCE-CONTINUUM-S-SA… [2] PLAY YOUR PART: SAVE THE LIMINIS THEATER! Links: ------ [1] http://atmail.dreamhost.com/HTTP://CONVERGENCE-CONTINUUM.ORG/ [2] http://atmail.dreamhost.com/HTTPS://WWW.GENEROSITY.COM/COMMUNITY-FUNDRAISIN…

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New Arts Center Hiring Dance Teachers
by Miss Cathy via NEohioPAL 29 Nov '16

29 Nov '16

Thrive Arts, opening mid January 2017 is hiring for part-time dance teachers. If you have a love for young children, enjoy a collaborative work environment, are a team player, are eager to learn an exciting and proven research-based dance curricula, then we’d love to meet you! REQUIREMENTS A love of working with children and teens. <> Classical ballet training (professional experience not required). Clear understanding of basic ballet for children from 3-years of age and up. Thirst for learning about early childhood development, behaviors, and developmentally appropriate demands on students. <> Comfortable leading a class and interacting with parents and children. Year-long teaching commitment. Experience in early childhood education a plus. Advanced degree in Dance Pedagogy or Dance Performance a plus. Comfortable using computer systems for office documentation, record keeping, social media, e-mail, etc. Comfortable with online learning and using web-based technologies. Training on-site and travel (once per year) in well-reputed dance curricula. Expenses paid by Thrive. Non-compete agreement for certain licensed Thrive dance program offerings. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF POSITION You will learn lesson plans each week in preparation for teaching. You will have a consistent weekly schedule and will follow up with student families to make sure that you are meeting their needs. You will be guided and mentored in early childhood development and relationship building to help you with your studio experience. SEND RESUME AND COVER LETTER TO: TEAM(a)THRIVEARTS.CENTER Cathy Huser, Director Kindermusik of Cleveland 216 991-1063 www.kindermusikofcleveland.com <http://www.kindermusikofcleveland.com/> <http://www.facebook.com/kindermusikofcleveland>

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OPENING WEEKEND: A Boozy Home-maker, Naughty Angels, Moses Cleaveland and... Moses? CPT presents LIGHT THE LIGHTS, OL' MOSES CLE (through Dec 18)
by Cathleen OMalley via NEohioPAL 29 Nov '16

29 Nov '16

Cleveland Public Theatre presents LIGHT THE LIGHTS, OL' MOSES CLE! (A Wild Holiday Romp) NOW THROUGH DECEMBER 18th A variety-style evening of holiday-themed vignettes, ranging from bawdy to poignant... plus live music and larger-than-life antics by an assorted cast of characters. Originated by Raymond Bobgan & Beth Wood. Multiple short works by Raymond Bobgan & Beth Wood with Molly Andrews-Hinders, John Busser, Eric Coble, Holly Holsinger, Caitlin Lewins, Blanca Iris Garcia Salva & Renee Schilling Cast: Molly Andrews-Hinders, Dionne Atchison, JamekaTerri, Ryan Edlinger, Faye Hargate, Holly Holsinger, Caitlin Lewins, Brandon McSwain, Sarah Moore, Adam Seeholzer, Chris Walker, Andy Weyenberg & Tecia Wilson And for the holidays... we're stepping up our CPT Concessions! **NOW SERVING... hot & delicious Susy's Soups ($5) at the CPT bar... along with our Light the Lights' specialty cocktail, THE OL' MOSES MULE courtesy of Old City Libations and sweet treats from Sweet Moses Soda Fountain & Treat Shop.** Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday @ 7:30pm Tickets $20 - $40 Thursdays $20 | Every Friday is Free Beer Friday 6415 Detroit Avenue, Cleveland OH 44102 CPT is located in the heart of the Gordon Square Arts District. Tickets available at www.cptonline.org<http://www.cptonline.org> or CPT Box Office (216) 631-2727 ext. 501. (Order early at CPT - no sneaky ticket fees, ever.) Cathleen O'Malley Director of Audience Engagement & Media Relations | Cleveland Public Theatre 216.631.2727 ext. 212 | comalley(a)cptonline.org<mailto:comalley@cptonline.org>

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FILM AUDITION: The Pelican Bar (Paid)
by via NEohioPAL 29 Nov '16

29 Nov '16

419 Films is announcing auditions for: THE PELICAN BAR Based on short story by Best Selling Karen Joy Fowler Directed by Carson S. Curva FULLY PAID Accepting auditions from SAG-AFTRA members and non-SAG-AFTRA SYNOPSIS: Drugs, alcohol, and angst made NORAH every parent’s nightmare. When her parents finally send her away to the boarding school from hell, the infamous Fowler’s School for Girls, NORAH must fight for everything we take for granted, right down to a hairbrush and feminine products. Along the way, she meets JETTA, and together they work to expose the rotten conditions orchestrated by the school’s headmaster, MAMA STRONG AUDITIONS: Saturday, Dec. 10, 10a-3p Cleveland Public Library The Jefferson Meeting Room 850 Jefferson Ave, Cleveland, OH Sunday, Dec. 11, 6p-10p Columbus Metropolitan Library 96 S Grant Ave, Columbus, OH Video Auditions also accepted CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS: Top Billed roles: ## NORAH (passable as 16-18 female) Stubborn and angsty teen who thinks she has the world figured out, but secretly has a heart of gold. ## JETTA (passable as 16-18 female) A sarcastic teen with an authority problem who buries her emotions and is afraid to open up to others. ## MAMA STRONG (passable 60-70 female) Strict and megalomaniacal with a warped utopian view who will stop at nothing to achieve it. Billed roles: ## SARAH (passable 35-40 female) Reluctant mother who feels she has lost control of her daughter ## MIKE (passable 35-40 male) Pushover dad who has let his wife handle their daughter’s issues alone ## KELSEY (passable 16-18 female) A “yes-man/fair weather fan” going whichever way the wind is blowing ## Chole (passable 16-18 female) Timid that is often afraid to speak her mind and something to hide We are also looking for background actors. CONTACT INFO: Contact Cullum Andrews at cullum1(a)mac.com to inquire about the audition. Pay rates are negotiable. Please include a headshot and resume. A headshot, resume, and prepared monologue are requested at you audition time. Prepared by Ass’t Director, Cullum Andrews The Pelican Bar — from best selling author Karen Joy Fowler

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Santa Available
by via NEohioPAL 29 Nov '16

29 Nov '16

Merry Christmas to all, and to all a good night. Hi I'm Jim "Jimmy Claus" Metrisin, a real bearded Santa here in the greater Cleveland area. Christmas is approaching and I do have seven weekdays and weekday evenings open in December for home visits, public appearances, private parties & corporate events. This includes Friday December 9th. & 16th. Reasonable rates starting at $100.00 Call, e-mail or check me out on Facebook for more information. -- Jim 'JIMMY CLAUS' Metrisin 1400 East 30th. St. #307 Cleveland, Ohio 44114 216-621-1938 www.jimmetrisin.com www.facebook.com/pages/jimmy-claus/1477121979235780 https://www.facebook.com/Jim-Metrisin-Photography-159739894049278/

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Private acting lessons with the Houde School
by via NEohioPAL 29 Nov '16

29 Nov '16

Did you know private acting lessons are available, encouraged and are currently offered at the rate of $40 per hour at the Houde School of Acting? Have a big audition coming up or preparing for a role? Contact owner Jessica Houde Morris for more information: houdeschoolofacting(a)yahoo.com Make sure you're also following us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter!

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