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AUDITIONS are ONE WEEK AWAY for Show Boat at Near West Theatre!
by Cory Markowitz via NEohioPAL 09 Feb '16

09 Feb '16

Near West Theatre AUDITIONS, Ages 7 & up, are only ONE WEEK AWAY for SHOW BOAT Music by Jerome Kern Book & Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II Based on the novel Show Boat by Edna Ferber February 16, 17 & 18 Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday Ages 7-12 from 6:00-7:00pm Ages 13 & up from 7:30-10:00pm This is a group audition. Come ONE of these evenings. Plan to stay for the entire time specified. Location: Near West Theatre (6702 Detroit Ave. Cleveland, OH 44102) Arrive 15 minutes early to register - anyone arriving after the starting time will not audition that day. About the Audition - Seeking an expansive, multicultural cast. - All roles are open. No experience necessary. No prepared material needed. - A relaxed, playful and friendly atmosphere. - Wear comfortable clothing & shoes for dancing so you can move easily. - Group audition process. Actors are led through multiple improvisational exercises including acting, movement and singing. Production Info Rehearsals begin March 13, 2016 The show runs May 6 - 22, 2016 For more information call Near West Theatre's Office, 216-961-9750 Get to know us and check out videos and photos at www.nearwesttheatre.org<http://www.nearwesttheatre.org> About the Show Join us for our INTERGENERATIONAL SPRING BLOCKBUSTER! Large, racially diverse cast, lavish sets and costumes, and a steam boat on stage! Based on Edna Ferber's best selling novel of the same name, the musical follows the lives of the performers, stagehands, and dock workers on the Cotton Blossom, a Mississippi River show boat, over forty years, from 1887 to 1927. With showgirls, gamblers, flappers, nuns and more, Show Boat is an old-fashioned, sweeping epic musical which explores themes of prejudice tragedy and enduring love across racial lines. Show Boat features such classic songs as "Ol' Man River" &"Can't Help Lovin' Dat Man". *** Note from the Director: As you may know, this is the first show on the American Musical stage to show black and white people living together and not treat them in a "color blind" way. This is 1887 on the banks of the Mississippi, a story moving in time to Chicago 1927, an amazing era of black music and dance being infused and celebrated into the white American experience. I'm not going to lie, this show is huge and demanding and requires actors/singers/dancers of the highest caliber to do it justice. The score is lush, difficult, emotionally and vocally wide in range for principals and company alike. The show's themes include turn of the century race relations, discrimination, gambling, changing fortunes, miscegenation (mixed marriage, which is illegal at the time) and much more! ALL ROLES ARE OPEN OF COURSE, and you'll be seeing more from us about the show, the roles, the auditions, etc. in the weeks to come. We intend to use this show as a catalyst to create safe and honest dialogues around race in America for the cast and the greater Cleveland community. With this production, Near West Theatre continues decades of passion for bringing shows of diversity to our stage, and bringing people together to create them through a life-changing rehearsal experience. So come and audition, and SPREAD THE WORD! Bob Navis Jr Artistic Director, Near West Theatre

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Biker Bikini Models Needed!!!
by Joseph Phillips via NEohioPAL 09 Feb '16

09 Feb '16

Biker Bikini Models Needed!!! Premiere Model & Talent Agency is looking for 15 Bikini Models for a biker calandar shoot. Must be 18 years of age. This is a paid gig. Send 2 Head shots and 2 full body bikini shots or a portfolio if you have one to: info(a)prmata.com For any questions please email us at 330-907-4070

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Dance Day Spring 2016
by Arts Administration via NEohioPAL 09 Feb '16

09 Feb '16

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE *Date: February 9, 2016* From: The School of Dance, Theatre, and Arts Administration The University of Akron Contact: Elle Dutton, (330) 972-7895 Administration.arts(a)gmail.com * The University of Akron Provides a Dance Experience for High School Students in 2016* AKRON, OH – The University of Akron Dance program invites Dance Educators and their students to Dance Day on Friday, March 11, 2016 from 1:00-6:00 p.m. in Guzzetta Hall on The University of Akron campus. This engaging and free event is for high school students who are interested in dance at the collegiate level. Teachers and advisors are also welcome. Dance Day is an ideal opportunity to learn first-hand about UA’s exciting Dance Program. The event will offer an immersive experience with dance faculty and students. Participants will take master classes in various dance styles and attend an information session on what to look for in a college dance program. The day will end with UA alumni talking about their professional dance careers followed by an informal performance by UA dance students. To register, or for more information about Dance Day and upcoming performances, visit www.uakron.edu/dtaa or www.facebook.com/TheArtsStartHere ### -- *Graduate Assistant* School of Dance, Theatre, and Arts Administration The University of Akron Akron, OH 44325 Phone: (330) 972.7895 Website: uakron.edu/dtaa <http://www.uakron.edu/dtaa> Facebook: facebook.com/TheArtsStartHere <http://www.facebook.com/TheArtsStartHere> Twitter: twitter.com/ArtsStartHere

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"The Jaws of Defeat" – Storytelling Event at Kenmore Branch Library in Akron
by Benjamin Rexroad via NEohioPAL 09 Feb '16

09 Feb '16

> Wandering Aesthetics, The Akronist & > > Kenmore Branch Library > Present… > Full Circle Storytelling: An Open Mic for Community Storytellers > > > (February 9, 2016 – Akron, Ohio – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE) Wandering Aesthetics, The Akronist and Kenmore Branch Library are proud to announce the next Full Circle Storytelling: An Open Mic for Community Storytellers event. > > Full Circle Storytelling is a free event and open to the public. > > This Full Circle Storytelling event will be held on Tuesday, February 16th from 6 pm – 7:30 pm at Kenmore Branch Library, located at 969 Kenmore Blvd. • Akron, OH. > > Registration is encouraged (especially for storytellers), but not required. To register or for more information, please email benjamin(a)akronist.com <mailto:Benjamin@akronist.com> or visit www.watheatre.com/fullcircle <http://www.watheatre.com/fullcircle>. > > Information can also be found at: www.tinyurl.com/FullCircle2015 <http://www.tinyurl.com/FullCircle2015>. > > About the Event: > > Open to the public, Full Circle Storytelling events revolve around a theme and the idea: everyone has a story. Sign up to tell a true story related to the evening’s theme or just come to enjoy the show! (No experience necessary.) Co-hosted by ASCPL, Wandering Aesthetics and the Akronist, this intimate evening of storytelling will conjure the spirit of community. > > Since this event is open to the whole community, language and content of stories should be no stronger than PG-13. (Don’t tell us anything your Mama wouldn’t want to hear.) Stories can range anywhere from 30 seconds to 5 minutes in length. > > We are creating a video and audio archive of stories from residents of the Greater Akron area. This archive may be used by students, journalists, researchers, artists, etc. for purposes beyond Full Circle Storytelling events. Participants at our live events are not required to have their stories recorded for our archive. Sometimes the magic is only for those in the room. > > Registration is encouraged (especially for storytellers), but not required. To register or for more information, please email benjamin(a)akronist.com <mailto:Benjamin@akronist.com> or visit www.watheatre.com/fullcircle <http://www.watheatre.com/fullcircle>. > > This Month’s Theme: The Jaws of Defeat > > > Full Circle Storytelling Mission Statement: > > Open to the public, Full Circle Storytelling events revolve around a theme and the idea: everyone has a story. By encouraging community members to tell their own true tales, each storyteller is placed at the center of his or her own life journey. We use narrative as a way to promote understanding between diverse peoples, building bridges – not walls – within our community.

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TMTP Valentine's Day Cabaret at VOSH
by Joanna Hunkins via NEohioPAL 09 Feb '16

09 Feb '16

Anything You Can Do: The Big Battle of the Sexes *Sunday, February 14, 2016 | 7:00 PM*Vosh Lakewood All’s fair in love and war — so get set for an anti-Valentine’s Day cabaret! Just kidding. This show is a witty and charming mash-up of musical theater songs that explain why the “battle” so lovingly rages on — from the Gershwins’ “Let’s Call the Whole Thing Off” to Marcy Heisler and Zina Goldrich’s “Apathetic Man.” The two sides are evenly matched for good-natured male bashing and female trashing, and you won’t want to miss the fun as they take off the gloves and duke it out. With Vosh’s award-winning menu and full bar ready to serve you, this is an entertaining date night with TMTP. Featuring *Nancy Maier*, *Joe Monaghan*, *Kelly Monaghan* and *Bill Rudman* *TICKETS* *General:* $25 | *TMTP Members:* $20 Tickets available through TMTP’s Box Office. Call 216-245-TMTP (8687) or visit MusicalTheaterProject.org *All seating is assigned.*

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Reminder: Cain Park TOXIC AVENGER auditions in 9 days
by Ksenia Roshchakovsky via NEohioPAL 09 Feb '16

09 Feb '16

CAIN PARK / CITY OF CLEVELAND HEIGHTS and Theater Artistic Director Ian Wolfgang Hinz announce 2016 Cain Park Theater Auditions on Thursday, February 18 & Saturday, February 20 for THE TOXIC AVENGER Regional Premiere Book and Lyrics by JOE DiPIETRO Music and Lyrics by DAVID BRYAN Tony Award winners for Memphis Based on Lloyd Kaufman’s The Toxic Avenger Directed by Nathan Motta Music directed by Jordan Cooper Set design by Stephen Vasse-Hansell Lighting design by Trad A Burns Costume design by Tesia Benson Sound design by Richard Ingraham Stage managed by Lindsay Carter* *member, Actors Equity Association AUDITION DATES/TIMES Thursday, February 18, 6-11 pm EQUITY* & NON-EQUITY Saturday, February 20, 10 am-6 pm EQUITY* & NON-EQUITY CALLBACKS Sunday, February 21, 6-10 pm *Equity actors unable to attend auditions on February 18 or 20 but who would like to be considered for a role in THE TOXIC AVENGER, should call 216-291-5796. AUDITION LOCATION Cleveland Heights Community Center (1 Monticello Blvd. at Mayfield Road, 44118) in the Senior Activity Center Free parking at Community Center. Parking lot can only be entered from Monticello. CASTING NEEDS — ALL ROLES OPEN Casting (18 years of age and older) will be multicultural and non-traditional. Seeking a cast of 7 with 2 swings. THE TOXIC AVENGER Performance Dates/Times June 2-26, 2016 (16 performances), Alma Theater Thursdays-Saturdays at 7 pm, Sundays at 2 pm REHEARSALS begin May 2 & usually occur weekday evenings and weekend day/evening hours at the Cleveland Heights Community Center. Thursday will be Equity day off. AUDITION REQUIREMENTS • 18 years and older • Memorize/prepare ONE 32-bar cut in the style of THE TOXIC AVENGER • Bring sheet music in the proper key (accompanist is provided). NO TAPED MUSIC ALLOWED. Please note: you will not be allowed to audition without sheet music. • Bring your current resume and a current headshot, which will be retained by Cain Park. • Check your calendar for any conflicts before auditioning (see rehearsal and performance dates above). Go to http://www.cainpark.com/auditions and scroll down to book an audition appointment. [http://intranet/images/02_facebook.png]<http://www.facebook.com/clevelandheightsoh> [http://intranet/images/01_twitter.png] <http://http://twitter.com/ClvHtsGov> [http://intranet/images/03_youtube.png] <https://www.youtube.com/user/ClevelandHeightsOH> [http://intranet/images/14_google.png] <https://plus.google.com/b/112157175417837806161/+cityofclevelandheights>

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Fwd: Fwd: Fwd: Fabrics and Trims For Sale
by Akron Design via NEohioPAL 09 Feb '16

09 Feb '16

subject: Fabrics and Trims For Sale Date: Mon, 1 Feb 2016 18:50:02 -0500 From: Akron Design <costumesinakron(a)gmail.com> To: post(a)neohiopal.org Costume Shop in Akron, Ohio downsizing work room. Many types fabrics, rolls, bolts for sale and Yard good trims & laces. We will send out swatches. Call for an appointment 330-644-0425 and ask for Debbie. Store hours are M-W-F 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Tues - Thurs 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.. Akron Design and Costume LLC 3425 Manchester Rd. Akron, Ohio 44319 -- 5

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Fwd: Fwd: Mascot Bunnies for Easter for Sale
by Akron Design via NEohioPAL 09 Feb '16

09 Feb '16

-------- Forwarded Message -------- Subject: Fwd: Mascot Bunnies for Easter for Sale Date: Thu, 4 Feb 2016 10:41:59 -0500 From: Akron Design <costumesinakron(a)gmail.com> To: post(a)neohiopal.org -------- Forwarded Message -------- Subject: Mascot Bunnies for Easter for Sale Date: Wed, 3 Feb 2016 08:22:35 -0500 From: Akron Design <costumesinakron(a)gmail.com> To: post(a)neohiopal.org Looking to buy a Easter Bunny Mascot - We have them - Made with plush fur these cute Mall bunnies come with head, body, hands, feet and a plaid vest. For more information call Mary Fisher or stop by our store. Easter is early this year so plan ahead. You can visit our website at akrondesign.com if you would like to take a look at them. Asking price $ 500.00 -- Thank you, Mary L. Fisher Billing Dept. Akron Design & Costume LLC 330-644-0425

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CLAGUE PLAYHOUSE announces AUDITIONS for "PANACHE" Tonight (February 9) and Tomorrow (February 10) at 7:30PM
by Alex Nalbach via NEohioPAL 09 Feb '16

09 Feb '16

ClaguePlayhouse Announces Open Auditions For "Panache" ARomantic Comedy by Don Gordon directedby Chris Bizub Performance Dates: May6th - May 29th, 2016 Thursdays,Fridays & Saturdays at 8pm, Sundays at 2pm Auditions: Tuesday, February 9th at 7:30pm Wednesday, February 10th at 7:30pm No Appointments Necessary Callbackswill be held: TBA (If Needed) Audition location: Clague Playhouse 1371 Clague Rd, Westlake,OH 44145 Characters - 3 Men and 2 Women · Harry Baldwin – An artist who works as a night cook. 30’s to 50’s · Kathleen Trafalger – Chic, wealthy, attractive woman. Cultured, fashionable dresserwith perfect manners. 30’s to 40’s · Laura Baldwin – She is poised, soft spoken, her beauty is equal parts innocenceand sensuality. 20’s · Irwin Alcott – Clean cut, fragile, scholarly. 20’s. · Jumbo Dombroski – A large, intimidating man – tattoos, muscular. Dresses and acts as if he owns the streets.20’s to 40’s Synopsis: Take Harry, ashort-order cook from Brooklyn, and Kathleen, a Scarsdale socialite, and putthem together in this quirky, romantic comedy. Kathleen has tracked down Harryin hopes of buying his one-of-a-kind vanity license plate, but Harry’s notbudging. This story is a heartwarming play about two people from differentbackgrounds who both, in search of life’s intangibles, find that perhaps theyare not so different after all. Auditions will consist of readings fromthe script. Please bring a current photo orheadshot along with your resume. Rehearsals will begin the week of March 14th andwill take place Sunday-Thursday from 7:00 – 10:00. For further information, contact director ChrisBizub at cmb164(a)zips.uakron.edu Orvisit http://clagueplayhouse.org

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DO YOU HAVE A BOOK IN YOU?
by Deborah McDaniel via NEohioPAL 09 Feb '16

09 Feb '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! I CAN HELP! As a published author, formerEnglish teacher and newspaper reporter with a college degree in English, I ammore 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 in approximately 12 weeks with my Manuscript Coaching Service! 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 (3 weeks)7. Publishing(1 week) For Nonfiction:1. Diagnostic Assessment Consultation (1 week)2. Chapter Outlining (3 weeks)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! DON’T ABORT YOUR DESTINY!!! You have a book in you! Letme help you give birth to it!

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