April 2016 - NEohioPAL - lists.neohiopal.org

SPAMALOT at Geauga Lyric Theater Guild
by Geauga Lyric Theater Guild operations via NEohioPAL 27 Apr '16

27 Apr '16

SPAMALOT – a charming production! Come experience what The News-Herald called Adam Shimko’s “booming musical chops”, “powerhouse Dawn Bodnar’s vibe… to make you feel like she came right out of *Disney’s* *Frozen*,” and Hannah Maxwell’s “natural portrayal [of Patsy that] completely stole the show by the end” along with an "entire cast [that] also had something to offer.” Only 2 more weekends! April 29 & 30, May 6 & 7 at 8 p.m. May 1 and 8 at 2 p.m. Call 440.286.2255 or visit geaugatheater.org for tickets - Erika Hansen Executive Director *Geauga Lyric Theater Guild* 106 Water Street Chardon, OH 44024 440.285.7701 operations(a)geaugatheater.org geaugatheater.org

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Ballet Theatre of Ohio presents Cinderella at the Akron Civic Theatre April 30-May 1
by Ballet Theatre of Ohio via NEohioPAL 27 Apr '16

27 Apr '16

*Ballet Theatre of Ohio presents* *CINDERELLA* *April 30-May 1* *Akron Civic Theatre* Ballet Theatre of Ohio, under the artistic direction of Christine Meneer, is delighted to bring one of the world’s most enduring love stories, *Cinderella*, to life! BTO will present *Cinderella* at the majestic Akron Civic Theatre for three performances, April 30-May 1, 2016. This beloved fairy-tale, set to Prokofiev’s vibrant score, will charm and delight audiences of all ages. A timeless classic, *Cinderella* entertains with humor, love, and the triumph of the good and kind. With exquisite costumes and lovely scenery, the production is a visual treat. Delight in the overbearing, and extraordinarily comical Ugly Stepsisters whose hysterical antics will have audiences wiping away tears of laughter! So much more than a simple trip to the ballet – it is an event not to be missed! Meet "Real Life Cinderella" Mallory Hagan, Miss America 2013! Children will walk the red carpet to meet Miss America while being presented with their own sash and crown at no charge. Tickets available by calling the Akron Civic box office 330.253.2488 or by visiting www.akroncivic.com *www.ballettheatreohio.org <http://www.ballettheatreohio.org/>* *CINDERELLA* *Saturday, April 30 2pm* *Saturday, April 30 7pm* *Sunday, May 1 2pm* *Akron Civic Theatre* *182 S. Main St. Akron*

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Audition Notice for Love Letters at Western Reserve Playhouse
by Marie Dusini via NEohioPAL 27 Apr '16

27 Apr '16

AuditionNotice Western ReservePlayhouse production of LOVELETTERS by A.R. Gurney Directed by Brian Westerley - July 22, 23 Brandi Eaton - July 29, 30 Pat Robertell Hudson &Bill Morgan - August5, 6 Cast: 3 women - 3 men A different couple will perform each weekend AUDITIONS Sunday, June, 19 - 7-9 pmMonday, June, 20 - 7-9 pm Western Reserve Playhouse 3326 Everett Road at thecorner of Revere Road PERFORMANCEDATES July 22, 23, 29, 30, Aug. 5,6 For furtherinformation call 330-620-7314 visit our website at westernreserveplayhouse.org

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Opening Next Friday - NEXT TO NORMAL - Directed by Fred Sternfeld
by Laura Golden via NEohioPAL 27 Apr '16

27 Apr '16

*Next to Normal* Music by Tom Kitt / Books and Lyrics by Brian Yorkey *Directed by *– Fred Sternfeld *Show Dates:* May 6th - 22nd Fri & Sat @7:30 pm and Sun @3:00 pm *Tickets:* $10 Youth / $16-18 Adult Purchase by phone (440) 949-5200 x221 or ONLINE <http://www.tncarts.org/next-to-normal/> *Location:* TrueNorth Cultural Arts 4530 Colorado Ave. Sheffield Village, OH 44054 *Show Description*: Emotionally charged and unabashed, this 2010 Pulitzer Prize winner for Drama will leave audiences breathless. Diana, her husband Dan and their two children enjoy the idyllic, suburban lifestyle despite one major problem: Diana’s manic depression. When their ordinary, day to day routine comes crashing down due to Diana’s unpredictable mood swings, they embark on a journey to keep their intertwined lives from careening off and apart forever. Injected with a rocking score and complex characters, this unflinching musical will resonate with anyone who’s ever dealt with mental illness. *Cast List:* *Diana.........................Kristin Netzband** *Dan...........................Rick McGuigan* *Natalie.......................Katherine Hargrave* *Gabe..........................Tony Heffner* *Henry........................ Robert Kowalewski* *Dr Fine/Madden..........Justin Williams*Member Actors' Equity Association*

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Chuck Richie's THREADS OF COMPASSION May 5-7 at convergence-continuum
by convergence-continuum via NEohioPAL 27 Apr '16

27 Apr '16

convergence-continuum presents: THREADS OF COMPASSION: THE VOICES OF MY PAST written, produced and performed by Chuck Richie* ONE WEEKEND ONLY: Thurs-Sat, May 5-7 The past is present, the present is past. What do English and Scottish ancestry, Hungarian cultural heritage, and DNA roots in Africa tell me about who I am today? What power is revealed by speaking their words? The discovery of identity and truth through the voices that came before. The Liminis Theater becomes a gallery of historic artifacts which Chuck Richie curates as he transforms and becomes the many voices of the past in this unique one-man performance. THREADS OF COMPASSION is the first of five special productions in con-cons Tweener Series of solo and duo one-weekend only performances presented between our regular season offerings. All proceeds from the Tweener series go to the Save-the-Liminis-Theater capital campaign fund (details at http://convergence-continuum.org) Performances are at 8 pm at the Liminis Theater, 2438 Scranton Rd, Cleveland 44113 in the historic Tremont neighborhood. Tickets at $15 general admission, $12 seniors (65+), and $10 students are available at http://convergence-continuum.org and 216-687-0074. *appears courtesy of Actors Equity Association ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ the Tweener Series is supported by a grant from the Robert Rauschenberg Foundation

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Boots and Ballet in a barn!
by Neos Dance Theatre via NEohioPAL 27 Apr '16

27 Apr '16

Think barns are meant only for horses and hay? Neos Dance Theatre and Raemelton Therapeutic Equestrian Center (RTEC) think barns are also a perfect for ballet. The two non-profit organizations are hosting their second *Boots and Ballet, A Kentucky Derby Night at the Races* in conjunction with the Kentucky Derby on Saturday, May 7. The fundraiser will begin at 4 p.m. in the historic riding arena of RTEC, 569 South Trimble Road, Mansfield, with live streaming of the Derby and pre-Derby races projected onto a large screen. Guests can bid on the races and silent auction items throughout the evening and Neos Dance Theatre will perform from 6:15 to 8 p.m. Bluegrass band Good Luck Eloise will play at 5:15 p.m., local high school barbershop quartet The Twilights will play during the early part of the event, and the Jimmy Warner Band will play for dancing from 8 to 11 p.m. Premium tickets are $50, which includes access to all performances and activities, including stable tours at 5, 6 and 7 p.m. Premium ticket holders will also have full access to the VIP Lounge with fare catered by Doc’s Deli starting at 5:30 p.m. and two drink tickets from the cash bar from Phoenix Brewery beer, Cyprus Hill wine, and assorted American and imported beers and sodas. General admission tickets are $25, which includes access to all performances and activities. Tickets for students and seniors are $15 with ID. (No student or senior pricing for VIP) For non-Premium ticket holders, Charcoal Mafia BBQ will offer menu items for purchase starting at 5:30 p.m. The cash bar will be open throughout the event featuring the evenings specialty drink, the Mint Julep Tickets for Boots and Ballet are available by: Visiting our website: www.neosdancetheatre.org Visiting our online ticketing service Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/boots-and-ballet-tickets-23839520648 Calling (330) 595-4650 for reservations or by purchase at the door Jay Allred, master of ceremonies for Boots and Ballet and publisher of *Richland Source*, encourages guests to wear hats and bow ties. The “Best Hat” and “Best Tie” winners will be invited to spin on the dance floor with Neos dancers while the Jimmy Warner Band plays. Richland Source is a media sponsor for Neos Dance Theatre’s performance season in Mansfield and surrounding areas. -- Robert Wesner Artistic Director, Neos Dance Theatre Director, Neos Center for Dance 101 N. Main Street Mansfield, Ohio 44902 P: 419.651.4938 E: informationneos(a)gmail.com

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THIS SPECTACULAR WEEKEND at THE LORAIN PALACE THEATER
by Kurt Hernon via NEohioPAL 27 Apr '16

27 Apr '16

FRIDAY: PURPLE RAIN "Dearly beloved...We are gathered here today...To get through this thing called life..." LET'S GO CRAZY PURPLE PARTY FRIDAY NIGHT, April 29th at 8PM as The Lorain Palace Theater opens its doors to celebrate the life and music of Prince with a very special showing of "PURPLE RAIN" on the REALLY BIG SCREEN!!! Doors will open at 6:30PM to a DJ Mix of Prince's prolific output and to our Chandelier Lounge and SMASH: The World's Greatest Food Truck serving up purple treats. "Purple Rain" starts at 8PM...and some surprise fun might just happen AFTER the closing credits roll...so stick around and celebrate the life and music of a true legend! ADVANCE TICKETS to this movie/event available on the Palace Theater's website (see below) SATURDAY: CHICAGO Saturday night at the The Lorain Palace Theater: Close out our 88th Birth Month in style: go back to the era of our theater's birth with the breathtaking "Chicago", winner of 6 Academy Awards including "Best Picture". This star-laden cast (Renee Zellweger, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Richard Gere, Queen Latifah, John C. Reilly, Taye Diggs, Lucy Lui...really?!?!) delivers what many consider the greatest movie-musical of all time! See it Saturday at 7PM on THE REALLY BIG SCREEN! ONLY $5 *The Lorain Palace Theater* *617 Broadway Ave* *Lorain, Ohio* *440.245.2323* *www.LorainPalace.org <http://www.LorainPalace.org>* <https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campai…> Virus-free. www.avast.com <https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campai…> <#DDB4FAA8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2>

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The Funny is Free this Saturday at CPA!
by Don Mitri via NEohioPAL 27 Apr '16

27 Apr '16

Torque...Full Throttle Improv brings high energy, physical and hysterical improv to the Reserve Hall Theater! The show combines game structures similar to "Whose Line Is It Anyway" along with audience participation. Check out some of Cleveland's hottest improv performers as they take your suggestions and create completely unscripted improvised scenes. Date: Apr 30, 2016 Show time is 8:30pm Doors open at 8:00pm Tickets are absolutely FREE! NO CASH OR CREDIT CARDS WILL BE ACCEPTED! Reserve Tickets: (440) 471-1045 or improv(a)cpacleveland.org Walkups are always welcome! Tickets can be purchased at the door the day of the show when our box office opens at 8:00pm. For all show information: www.cpacleveland.org <http://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cpacleveland.org%2F&h=QAQHBI…> Free parking is always available in the Mayfield Village Civic Center lot. **Parking lot is located behind Heinens grocery store at the corner of Wilson Mills and Som Center Rd.** **Entrance to the parking lot is off Wilson Mills Comedy Project Alliance (Reserve Hall Theater) Mayfield Village Civic Center 6622 Wilson Mills Rd Mayfield Village, Oh 44143

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Join LCMT and the Lake Erie Crushers for Art in the Park
by Lynn Maslinski via NEohioPAL 27 Apr '16

27 Apr '16

Join LCMT and the Lake Erie Crushers for the first 'Art in the Park Night' at the Lake Erie Crushers game at All Pro Freight Stadium in Avon on Tuesday, June 28th @ 7:00 p.m. The cast of Lorain Community Music Theater's 'Into the Woods' will be on hand for performances before the game and between innings, to throw out the first pitch, to sing the National Anthem, and meet and greets/pictures with the cast. Please help support LCMT by clicking on the link below to purchase tickets. Tickets are the normal price of $9.00 for box seats, but by ordering from the link below, $3.00 per ticket will be donated to Lorain Community Music Theater.Thanks for your support! We hope to see you at the game!https://crushers.isportstix.com/order/group/LCMT-16/

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HaHA Institute Comedy Studio Presents Stand-Up Comedy Classes
by Karen Williams via NEohioPAL 27 Apr '16

27 Apr '16

HaHA Institute Comedy Studio Presents Stand-Up Comedy Classes with Karen Williams, beginning May 18! Everyone says you're funny!And you think so too!Let's work on your 3-5 minute stand-up comedy routine so you can hit open mics or audition with confidence! Are you a seasoned actor who wants to put more comedy into your repertoire? These classes are perfect for you too! Maybe you want to be more personable, confident and funny as a public speaker or presenter. We'll get you laughing and doing more crowd-pleasing in no time! Join us on Wednesdays from 6:00-8:00 p.m. May 18 & 25, June 1 & 8 at HaHA Institute Comedy Studio. Small class size for maximum results! Pay $120 in full by May 15th for bonus private coaching. For more details & to sign up, email haha(a)multiverse.comCash, check & PayPal accepted! Your instructor, Karen Williams, M.Ed, taught the nation's only 4-credit Senior Seminar in Stand-Up Comedy in the Dramatic Arts department of Cleveland State University; studied improv at Second City Chicago (where her son ~ part of the infamous sketch comedy duo The Defiant Thomas Brothers ~ now teaches); directed inaugural comedy classes at Second City in Cleveland; and was an ensemble member of the San Francisco improv comedy troupe Global Riot. Founder and CEO of the International Institute of Humor and Healing Arts, Karen Williams continued to successfully brand HaHA Institute as the go-to resource for educational programs, workshops and seminars focused on the healing power of humor. Williams performs comedy worldwide and stars in blockbuster comedy documentaries. Karen Williams, M.EdFounder / CEOHaHA InstituteFor the Best in Stand-Up Comedy, Humor Education and Motivational Speakingwww.hahainstitute.comhaha(a)multiverse.com Sent from Outlook Mobile

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