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Dynamics Community Theater of Tallmadge presents Titanic: Tragedy and Trial March 11 &12th
by Constance Kramer via NEohioPAL 02 Mar '16

02 Mar '16

Titanic: Tragedy and Trial: March 11th & 12th @ 7:30pm Dynamics Community Theater of Tallmadge presents Titanic: Tragedy and Trial on stage at the Tallmadge High School Auditorium (140 N Munroe Rd) March 11th & 12th @ 7:30pm. Come aboard the Titanic! Each audience member will have a boarding pass with identity information. Find out whether you live through the sinking of the famous luxury liner! There will be a short informative presentation about the Titanic by a local expert prior to the show, and a Q & A session afterward, and lots of information in the lobby before and after the show! *Ticket Prices* * All seats reserved Adults- $10 Students/Seniors (60+)- $8* *Purchase Tickets* <http://dynamicstheater.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=42aed6c5834554d137…> *Dynamics Community Theater is supported by both individuals and businesses. Find out how you can become a patron or advertise in our programs* *Become a Patron* <http://dynamicstheater.us7.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=42aed6c5834554d13…>

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Youth Theater Classes starting next week!
by Nina Fisher via NEohioPAL 02 Mar '16

02 Mar '16

The MAD* Factory in Oberlin spring class lineup is here! All classes (except Broadway Bound) begin the week of March 7th and perform the week of May 9th. All classes are $165 and we offer a 25% sibling/2nd class discount. Need-based scholarships also available. Visit our website www.madfactory.org for more info about each class! Call 440-774-7062 or email themadfactory2(a)oberlin.net with questions or to register! Mondays: Young Actors "Aesop's Fables" ages 5-7 (5:15-6:15) Comedy Improv ages 10-18 (6:30-8:00) Tuesdays: Tween Actors "The Seussification of Romeo and Juliet" ages 11-13 (6:30-8:30) Wednesdays: Teen Actors "Our Town" ages 14-18 (6:30-8:30) Thursdays: Intermediate Actors "Snow Sort of White" ages 8-10 (6:30-8:00) Sundays: Broadway Bound ages 14-18 (April 3rd through May 1st. 1-4pm). Nina Fisher Program Director, The MAD* Factory

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Casting next month for...PRISM
by Joseph Kowalski via NEohioPAL 02 Mar '16

02 Mar '16

***************PogieJoe Productions will be casting April 2nd and 9th for their latest short film, PRISM, a drama about six individuals from two dysfunctional families who are each represented by a separate color. All casting information is available at this link: http://www.pogiejoe.com/prism We are interested in getting a wide variety of ages and ethnicities for these roles, particularly Black and Asian actors. Although we've created quite a few projects before, last year our mockumentary film Billie Bob Joe premiered at the Cedar Lee Theater and did well at film festivals around the country. Come be a part of our continued momentum! This film is currently not paid, but we will supply food, IMDb credit, and free tickets to the Cedar Lee premiere later this year. Also Henry Winkler has a cameo, so here's your opportunity to be one degree away from him! ***************

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CLAGUE PLAYHOUSE seeks Actor for "PANACHE" (dir. Chris Bizub, performance May 6-29)
by Alex Nalbach via NEohioPAL 02 Mar '16

02 Mar '16

Looking for an Actor. Clague Playhouse is still looking for an actor to play Irwin Alcott – Clean cut, fragile, scholarly. 20’s.“Panache” by Don GordonDirected by Chris Bizub1371 Clague Rd, Westlake, OH 44145 Performing:May 6th - May 29th, 2016 on Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays at 8pm, Sundays at 2pm The premise: Take Harry, a short-order cook from Brooklyn, and Kathleen, a Scarsdale socialite, and put them together in this quirky, romantic comedy. Kathleen has tracked down Harry in hopes of buying his one-of-a-kind vanity license plate, but Harry’s not budging. This story is a heartwarming play about two people from different backgrounds who both, in search of life’s intangibles, find that perhaps they are not so different after all.Please contact the director at 216-820-0674 or cmb164(a)zips.uakron.edu

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**Tai Chi Institute USA - Complete Class Schedule**
by Edward Niam via NEohioPAL 02 Mar '16

02 Mar '16

*Tai Chi Institute USA* *~The Movement of Life~* *Private Training* An alternative when your schedule does not permit you to attend a regular class and there are numerous benefits to *Private Training*: - You set the frequency and schedule of your classes - Classes can be held at your home/office or our location - Personalized attention - Learn at an accelerated rate - Focus on strengthening the areas with the most need **Fee Structure: Sold in packages of 4, 7 and 12 one hour classes payable in advance. Please contact us for more details and scheduling options and find more information at http://www.taichicleveland.com/life-and-wellness-coaching Check our website, www.taichicleveland.com, for details, registration and payment information. **Complete Class Schedule** Tai Chi *~The Movement of Life~* Monday: · Federated Church – *Seniors* Tai Chi, 10 am – Chagrin Falls Tuesday · Hillcrest Academy – Tai Chi, 6:30 pm – South Euclid Wednesday · Kings Gym – Tai Chi, 9:30 am – Bedford Heights · Kings Gym - Tai Chi, 7:00 pm – Bedford Heights Thursday · All About Dance by Kristen – Tai Chi, 8:15 pm – Stow Saturday · Hillcrest Academy – Tai Chi, 10 am – South Euclid · Namaste Yoga Studio – Tai Chi, 12:30 pm – Northfield **Check “Class Schedule” on our website for details regarding every event** ~The Movement of Life~ is a unique program suitable for all ages blending the healing qualities of Tai Chi Chuan, Qi Gong, Meditation, Shaolin Kung Fu and Acupressure to fine tune and recharge your mental, physical and spiritual health. Physical benefits may include improved posture, balance and flexibility, added strength and endurance, an improved digestive system, increased muscle and bone density, normalized metabolism, weight loss and a stronger immune system. Favorable mental and spiritual results include relieving of tension and stress, releasing anxiety, creating a mind-body connection, enhancing focus and awareness, removing energy blocks, gaining a sense of calmness and well-being and lessening mood swings. ~The Movement of Life~ can also positively affect conditions such as arthritis, fibromyalgia, migraines, Parkinson’s and diabetes. About our facilitator: Sifu Edward Niam is a Master of Shaolin Kung Fu, Tai Chi Chuan, Qi Gong, Pa Kua Chang, Shaolin Healing Touch, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Acupuncture. He has been helping people utilize the secrets of alternative health and wellness therapies for more than 40 years. Please note that as a member of Tai Chi Institute USA there are 7 weekly classes at 5 locations that you are welcome to attend. Classes are held at Federated Church in Chagrin Falls, Hillcrest Academy in South Euclid, Kings Gym in Bedford Heights, All About Dance! By Kristen in Stow and Namaste Yoga Studio in Northfield. Details for each class can be found on the Calendar on the home page of our website. The fee structure for 2015 is as follows: 8 week session per person - $120.00, 8 week session per couple (spouse, partner, family member) - $200.00. To register call the Institute at 330.564.7558, email us at taichicleveland(a)gmail.com or visit our website and register and pay online using the secure PayPal link. Or Mail your check made payable to Edward Niam, 8584 E. Washington Street, Suite 106, Chagrin Falls, Ohio 44023. Register early – class size is limited. www.taichicleveland.com Tai Chi Institute USA ~The Movement of Life~ Shaolin Warrior Athlete Training www.athletetrainingusa.com Sifu Edward Niam Master-TCM, SKF http://twitter.com/edwardniam http://www.linkedin.com/in/edwardniam 8440 Washington Street Suite 106 Chagrin Falls, Ohio 44023 330.564.7558 www.taichicleveland.com taichicleveland(a)gmail.com “Free your spirit, still your mind, open your heart and hear the music inside of you.” *Tai Chi Institute USA* *"Free your spirit, still your mind, open your heart and hear the music inside of you..."* *~The Movement of Life~TM* *Shaolin Warrior Athlete Training* Sifu Edward Niam Master-TCM, SKF http://twitter.com/ <http://goog_682850697>edwardniam http://www.linkedin.com/in/edwardniam 8584 East Washington Street Suite 106 Chagrin Falls, Ohio 44023 330.564.7558 http://sifuedwardniam.icnbuys.com www.taichicleveland.com taichicleveland(a)gmail.com Facebook - Tai Chi Institute USA <https://www.facebook.com/groups/877587632326146/> [image: --] Edward Niam [image: https://]about.me/SifuEdwardNiam <https://about.me/SifuEdwardNiam?promo=email_sig> "Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away."

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Final Voyage to Neverland
by Todd Dieringer via NEohioPAL 02 Mar '16

02 Mar '16

Don't miss the final Four performances of Peter and the Starcatcher at Weathervane Playhouse! A play by Rick Elice Music by Wayne Barker Based on the novel by Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson Directed by Melanie YC Pepe A Starcatcher apprentice and a young orphan boy take to the high seas in this whimsical Peter Pan origin story! A wildly theatrical, hilarious and innovative retelling of how a miserable orphan came to be The Boy Who Never Grew Up, Peter and the Starcatcher upends the century-old legend of Peter Pan! PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE * Thursday, March 3 at 7:30 p.m. * Friday, March 4 at 7:30 p.m. * Saturday, March 5 at 2:30 p.m. * Sunday, March 6 at 2:30 p.m. Tickets are just $14 for adults and $11 for children (17 and under) Check out the cast and order tickets online at www.WeathervanePlayouse.com.

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Actors needed for horror short
by Ryan via NEohioPAL 02 Mar '16

02 Mar '16

Hi this is my first time doing this, but I need actors for my horror/sci-fi short (15 mins). The actor would be acting as a group of highschool friends. I am looking for 1 males age 17-25 and 2 females age 17-25. Email ryansauski97(a)gmail.com if interested Sent from my Verizon Wireless 4G LTE DROID

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Audition Notice
by jacki Dietz via NEohioPAL 02 Mar '16

02 Mar '16

Auditioning for Men and Women ages 40 to 60 to fill 6 roles. THE DRY SEASON by George Radak - A Kathleen Howland Premier An intimate look at two couples struggling to survive and accept the changes and betrayals of aging. Director: Linda Alexander Radak Performances: April 22nd, 23rd, 29th and 30th Friday and Sat shows at 8pm. Rehearsals start Sunday March 13th (2-4 pm) Rehearsals will be Sundays 2-4 pm, Tuesdays 7-9pm and Thursdays 7-9pm. Six week rehearsal period. Audition information: The Kathleen Howland Theater downstairs in Second April Galerie and Studios, 324 Cleveland Ave. NW, Canton, Ohio 44702 Enter thru the back door off Court Ave. No appointment necessary. Sunday March 6th from 2-4pm and Tues March 8th 7-9pm Callbacks Thursday March 10th7-9pm Prepare a 1 minute monologue and be prepared to cold read from the script. IMPORTANT: All conflicts must be written on application – bring your calendar. ** NO Tech week or performance conflicts permitted ** Need more info- Director – linmist(a)sbcglobal.net

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Need sub violinist Friday 03/04
by Kristen Johnson via NEohioPAL 02 Mar '16

02 Mar '16

In need of a substitute violinist for one show March 4th 7pm. The show is Fiddler on the roof in North Ridgeville at Old Towne Hall Theatre. Please call if you are available. Thank you. Kristen Johnson 330-569-8421 Sent from my iPhone

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REVIEW: Avenue Q at Players Guild Theatre in Canton
by Tom Wachunas via NEohioPAL 02 Mar '16

02 Mar '16

Picaresque Puppetry By Tom Wachunas Remember Bert,Ernie, and Cookie Monster? Imagine each one married, raising children who werehappy, hopeful, and secure in their beloved Sesame Street neighborhood. Thenimagine the frustrations of those children as 20-somethings on their own andwho, encountering a world terribly different from the one they envisioned askids, find themselves destitute and lonely on a far-flung, shabby street in NewYork City. What’s this ‘lost generation’to do? To paraphrase a song from AvenueQ, the Broadway musical that premiered in 2003 (music and lyrics by RobertLopez and Jeff Marx, book by Jeff Whitty), it sucks to be them. Most of the characters are Muppet-styled rodpuppets, with their human operators always clearly visible with them on stage.For this production by Canton’s Players Guild Theatre, Steve Parsons not onlyconducts the sparkling six-piece, off-stage orchestra, but also directed theamazingly gifted cast in a comical romp that starts in frolicsome overdrive(choreography by Michael Lawrence Akers) and rarely slows down. The intimacy ofthe Guild’s arena theater allows the audience to admire at close range the castmembers’ delightful abilities to let their puppets be their syncopated,empathetic partners in expressivity. So who are these partners? The affable Princeton(Matthew Heppe) is a recent college graduate ardently seeking his purpose inlife, and conflicted about his budding relationship with Kate Monster (AbigailRiley), equally conflicted as she dreams of founding “Monstersori” – a specialschool for monsters only. The chemistry between Heppe and Riley is quitemarvelous – a piquant blend of vulnerability and youthful hope. Additionallythere’s Rod (Vincent Sisely), a tightly-wound banker and closeted gay, constantlyat odds with his straight, lazy roommate, Nicky (Stephen Berg). The hermitic,strangely endearing, and porno-addicted Trekkie Monster (Adam Cerrezuela) livesupstairs. Lucy the Slut (Sarah Marie Young) is a sultry and intrusive temptressin the style of Mae West at her most lascivious. Then there are the relentlessBad Idea Bears (Craig Joseph and Alexis Long), mischievous critters who live upto their name by implanting pernicious impulses in their vulnerable victims.Joseph’s frenetic facial and vocal contortions constitute a gut-splittingperformance unto itself. Three actuallyhuman characters round out the Avenue Q tenants: Brian (Brian O. Jackson), anunemployed would-be comedian; his Japanese fiancée, Christmas Eve (MarySheridan), a therapist looking for clients; and the apartment buildingsuperintendent, ex-child star Gary Coleman (Tiffeny Brown). Among the wittyand/or wickedly cynical tunes (such as Everyone’sA Little Bit Racist, and The Internetis for Porn) that pepper thisgluttonously funny feast of a show, none seems more illustrative of its overallaesthetic than There’s a Fine, Fine Line. Riley’s Kate Monsterleads one of the evening’s more poignantand anxiety-filled scenes at the end of Act I when she sings, with herastonishingly sweet and crystalline tonality, “There's a fine, fine linebetween a lover and a friend; There's a fine, fine line between reality andpretend…” Later in Act II, MarySheridan’s Christmas Eve, responding to Kate Monster’s frustration withPrinceton’s fear of commitment, provides a hilarious quasi-counterpoint whenshe strides about the stage like a sarcastic opera diva, intoning The More You Ruv Someone (the more youwant to kill them). That said, while finelines can require careful walking, this show crosses several with cavalier ifnot disturbing ease - lines between compelling satire and insipid parody, betweenthe venerable and the vulgar. Speaking of the latter, satire or not, and despitethe paroxysms of laughter elicited from the house, did we really need to seethe ribald enactment of Kate and Princeton’s one-night stand? Fornicatingpuppets…seriously? After a while, the“off-color” humor gets to be just that. Call it a raucous monotone, which tendsto overshadow any truly dramatic authenticity in those coming-of-age momentslate in the show when these angst-riddled neighbors manage to find sustainableresolutions to their respective situations. Sure, there are a few references toJesus and selfless service to others, but they come off a little bit likedisingenuous afterthoughts amid so much existential insouciance. Like whistlingin the dark. But I think the fault, should you perceive it as such, lies in thewriting, not the performing. In the end, Iended up caring about these characters if only because, 13 years after theirinception, they still reflect the flaws and wounds of a culture navigating lifewithout a steady moral compass. Belly laughs aside, I want that culture toexperience not just the cautionary jubilance voiced in the show’s closingnumber, Only For Now, but moreimportantly, an unequivocal surrender to a Divinely appointed forever. Avenue Q, at the Players Guild Theatre (inthe W.G. Fry Theatre) runs throughSunday March 13, 2016 / Friday and Saturday performances at 8:00pm, Sunday matineesat 2:00 PM. Tickets: $26.00 for adults, and $23.00 for seniors. Tickets may be purchased online 24 hours aday at www.playersguildtheatre.com or in person at the Players Guild BoxOffice, located in the Great Court of the Cultural Center for the Arts, 1001Market Ave N. By phone: 330-453-7617. Please note, due to adult content this productionis intended for mature audiences only. For othercommentaries by Tom Wachunas on the performing and visual arts in the Cantonarea, please visit his blog, ARTWACH, at www.artwach.blogspot.com

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