May 2016 - NEohioPAL - lists.neohiopal.org

The Dark Room at CPT Tomorrow May 10th - Open Mic and Meeting for Artists
by Mindy Herman via NEohioPAL 09 May '16

09 May '16

*The Dark Room at CPT Tuesday, May 10th * *This month: Open Mic and a discussion about the future of Dark Room * The Dark Room is a place where writers take center stage and their work has a chance to grow. The Dark Room is an ongoing event held on the second Tuesday of each month. The Dark Room affords emerging and veteran playwrights the space and resources to develop new works. It offers a venue to workshop plays, novels, poems, or any other written work in a supportive, yet critical environment. *Tuesday, May 10th* The Church at CPT (just east of the Gordon Square Theatre) Cleveland Public Theatre 6407 Detroit Ave, Cleveland, OH 44102 *7:00pm: *Sign-up begins for writers and actors *(space is very limited this month - we will have room for approximately 5 pieces)*. Writers names will be drawn randomly at 7:15pm to determine whose work will be presented. Writers can bring up to 10 pages of work to be read; actors will be cast on the spot! *7:30pm:* Open Mic Session readings begin *8:30pm: *Dark Room directors Mindy Herman and John Busser will lead an open discussion about Dark Room. Let's talk about what you find most valuable about Dark Room, what isn't working for you or any ideas on how to make the event grow and increase its worth to you as a writer, actor or audience member. We will spend an hour (or as long as it takes!) to listen to your concerns and feedback and, together, Dark Room will continue to evolve. If you have any questions about this portion of the evening, of if you can't attend this month but have thoughts to share, please email Mindy and John! *And don't forget - FREE Great Lakes Beer!* Suggested donation of $5 is welcomed at the door, but not required. Writers wishing to present during the open session portion of Dark Room may submit shorter works, up to ten pages, in advance of the event or bring them on the night of the event. Open session readings are first come, first serve until all slots have been allotted. All submissions should be made to Mindy Herman at herman.mindy(a)gmail.com <https://remote.cptonline.org/owa/redir.aspx?C=1f797af3010b4ab1922624e9b2fd9…> or to John Busser at jpbusser(a)gmail.com <https://remote.cptonline.org/owa/redir.aspx?C=1f797af3010b4ab1922624e9b2fd9…> . See you in the Dark Room! <herman.mindy(a)gmail.com> -- Mindy Childress Herman www.mindychildress.com herman.mindy(a)gmail.com

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AUDITIONS FOR AUDIENCE-INTERACTIVE ORIGINAL DRAMA - "Branches"
by Mark Little via NEohioPAL 08 May '16

08 May '16

AUDITIONS FOR AUDIENCE-INTERACTIVE ORIGINAL DRAMA. NEEDED: MALES AND FEMALES AGED 16 T0 100 JUNE 8TH 6:00 P.M. JUNE 9TH 6:00 P.M. OLD TOWN HALL IN NORTH OLMSTED JUST SOUTH OF LORAIN ON DOVER CENTER ROAD IN NORTH OLMSTED CAST AND CREW MEMBERS WILL RECEIVE BETWEEN $ 250 AND $ 1,000 IN FREE LEGAL SERVICES (NO BANKRUPTICIES, PATENTS OR WORKERS COMP) CALL GREGORY J. LAVELLE AT (440) 724-4538 OR EMAIL AT lavellearb(a)aim.com FOR SIDES, MORE INFO OR TO SCHEDULE A PRE-AUDITION. PERFORMANCE DATES, AUGUST 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21, 26, 27, 28 Branches Written by Gregory J. Lavelle Director: Gregory J. Lavelle Aug. 12-14, 19-21, and 26-28 Fri / Sat at 8:00 pm; Sun at 3:00 pm Synopsis: Branches is an audience interactive drama where the audience sits as a part of a group therapy session. The audience members, by their actions, determine which one of three possible endings is presented. John, a successful middle aged self-made man, approaches his therapist and friend, Dr. Marvin Schwartz. John recently had a one night stand with a woman in his office and can not bring himself to confess to his wife. The audience then decides whether to bail John out, or to let him face the consequences of his actions.

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Audience Survey second request
by Adam Kern via NEohioPAL 08 May '16

08 May '16

Hi everyone! Thanks to those that helped so far by filling out our survey! We're hoping to hit between 75-100 responses and are up to about 35 so far - The survey is ten questions long and will take about two-three minutes to complete. If you haven't already done the survey, here's the link! https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/VJ66Q52 I appreciate your help very much! Adam Kern SAG-AFTRA AEA

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Berko review: WRESTLING JERUSALEM @ CPT
by Roy Berko via NEohioPAL 08 May '16

08 May '16

To read Roy Berko's review of WRESTLING JERUSALEM go to: www.royberko.info

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Wanted: Apprentice Airbenders
by Matthew Wheeler via NEohioPAL 08 May '16

08 May '16

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity in the entertainment industry? Do you have an adventurous personality? Do you enjoy meeting lots of new people and making them laugh? If you answered yes to any of the above, please give us a few moments to capture your full attention. Balloon Agents is a National Talent Agency headquartered in Winston-Salem, NC. We represent variety artists to find them work at a variety of high paying events. Balloon Agents is looking to expand its team in Northeast Ohio, who will now provide specialized entertainment for birthday parties, wedding receptions, festivals, field days, carnivals, and company picnics, as well astheir current regular recurring work tableside at local restaurants. For this purpose we would like to sign talented balloon artists, face painters and magicians who are interested in expanding their opportunities. Do you lack the skillset to call yourself one of the above? Never fear: Balloon Agents employs the best balloon trainers in the world and has a track record of signing people with zero experience whose earning power exceeds $20 per hour, within their first week of activity. The Cleveland Market Director will begin interviews in Greater Northeast Ohio next week. Interviews will be scheduled on a first come first serve basis. Contact: Matthew(a)balloonagents.com or 330-607-9952

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L.A. FILM DIRECTOR TEACHING SUMMER ON-CAMERA ACTING CLASS
by John Baumgartner via NEohioPAL 07 May '16

07 May '16

L.A. FILM DIRECTOR TEACHING HANDS-ON SCENE STUDY & ON-CAMERA CLASS FOR ACTORS Learn & Practice making bold, interesting, and appropriate choices to create dynamic and memorable performances and auditions. June 4 - July 9, 2016, Saturday Afternoons, 1:30pm - 4:30pm Los Angeles-based film/TV director and Lorain native JOHN BAUMGARTNER -- JohnBaumgartner.com — will teach a 6 week, Saturdays, SCENE STUDY CLASS for a small group of professional or aspiring theater and film actors. Baumgartner’s work includes the critically-acclaimed feature “Hard Pill,” which The Plain Dealer graded “A,” and which was acquired by the Weinstein company; as well as work for Hulu, Funny or Die, and MTV's Logo Network. Through hands-on scene work in a fun, relaxed, and encouraging atmosphere, techniques covered include On-Set Etiquette and Procedure; determining a scene's Emotional Event; defining Before and After; Animating Subtext through strong Back Stories & Objectives; discovering Organic Blocking; utilizing Opposites; Dynamic Choices for Auditions; Loving the Process as much as the Result; and more. $150 for 6 sessions, limited class space by design. Classes will be held in the TV studio at LCCC - 1005 N Abbe Rd, Elyria, OH 44035. For new students, VIDEO AUDITION REQUIRED, exisiting material accepted. Contact: John Baumgartner, JSBfilm(a)gmail.com

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PAID improv Audition
by Nico Tatalovic via NEohioPAL 07 May '16

07 May '16

I am looking for some actors with improv experience, or a willingness to act on the fly in the context of the script. I am putting a performance together at a luxury hotel in Youngstown and the setting is a huge boisterous wedding ceremony. Actors will be a part of the wedding party and first and foremost encourage audience involvement. This concept is being done off Broadway and it will be loads of fun. This is a PAID performance, and the audition will be both improv as well as reading from the script. (There are actual scripted elements to the play) The audition will be held at the California Palms Hotel and Suites in mid-May. Please send headshots and experience to MySoCalledWedding(a)gmail.com Direct any questions to co-creator/director Nico Tatalovic 330-984-1404

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May is Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month
by Johnny Wu via NEohioPAL 07 May '16

07 May '16

Hello everyone, to celebrate May, there are several activities/events happening in Cleveland, check out this small compilations of events/festivals around town (definitely there are plenty of things to do - from cultural festivals to stage performances). Since this list got plenty of graphics and images, it's best to just click on the link below (and yes, it's safe). http://us6.campaign-archive1.com/?u=fc1d303f6253793b999e53f24 <http://us6.campaign-archive1.com/?u=fc1d303f6253793b999e53f24&id=73d200034f > &id=73d200034f Johnny --------- Johnny Wu O: 216.539.4634 Dynamic Multicultural Branding Video Production Branding www.mdifilm.com inducted into The International Indie Filmmakers Hall of Fame for Outstanding Achievements in Film Editing 2013 Minority Business Entrepreneurs Award Recipient Co-Founder/Co-Chair Executive Committee Cleveland Asian Festival May 21-22, 2016 www.ClevelandAsianFestival.org Producer One World Day - Celebrating 100 Years of Cleveland Cultural Gardens The event hosted by the Cultural Gardens for the Gardens August 28, 2016 http://www.clevelandculturalgardens.org/ VP of Organization and Public Relations OCA-Cleveland Chapter "Embracing the Hopes and Aspirations of Asian Pacific Americans" OCA Image TV- reaching over 200 million viewers each month OCA AsiaTown Voice - 88.7FM Sundays 7pm-8pm, reaching 9000 listeners monthly worldwide OCA Interactive Kiosk - Interactive Tablet at several AsiaTown locations to promote AsiaTown. www.ocagc.org OCA AsiaTown Voice Radio - Sundays 7pm at 88.7FM or listen online at www.ocagc.org/imagetv Administrator Cleveland IndieClub www.clevelandindieclub.com www.FaceBook.com/groups/ClevelandIndieclub St. Clair Superior Development Board Member Cleveland Museum of Art's International Cleveland Community Advancement Task force AsiaTown Masterplan Inducted into International Karate and Kickboxing Hall of Fame Inducted into World Head of Family Sokeship Council 2014 Legendary Master of the World Head of Family Sokeship Council

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Less Than One Week Until Cleveland Ballet's Coppelia- Get Your Tickets Today!
by Grace Day via NEohioPAL 07 May '16

07 May '16

JOIN CLEVELAND BALLET AT THEIR WORLD PREMIERE OF COPPELIA IN LESS THAN ONE WEEK! Get your tickets today and help our citys resident ballet company sell out the Ohio Theatre! This world premiere production marks Cleveland Ballets second performance in its debut season at the Ohio Theatre. As Clevelands only resident ballet company, Cleveland Ballet boasts a company of seven core dancers and four apprentices. As a professional ballet company, dancers rehearse full time with Cleveland Ballet for the entire season. In addition, choreographer Oller builds dances and dramatic moments around Cleveland Ballet company members, ensuring a strong and unique-to-Cleveland world premiere production. Coppélia tells the story of Swanhilda and Frantz whose carefree romance is threatened when Frantz becomes infatuated with the beautiful Coppélia. Frantz does not know that his heart belongs to a lifesize doll created by the towns toy maker Dr. Coppélius. Because Franzs passion for Coppelia is so great he pushes aside his true love, Swanhilda. Eager to win back Franzs heart, Swanhilda dresses like the doll Coppélia fooling both men into believing the doll has come to life. The danger mounts as Dr. Coppélius seeks to keep the living doll hidden from the world while Frantz tries to run away with his new-found love. For more information on our world premiere of Coppelia at the Ohio Theatre at Playhouse Square on Friday, May 13 at 7 p.m. and Saturday, May 14 at 1 p.m., visit our website www.clevelandballet.org or playhousesquare.org to purchase tickets ($20-49). GET YOUR TICKETS <http://www.playhousesquare.org/events/detail/coppelia-a-doll-with-enamel-ey es> HERE

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Gilda Shedstecker Presents! The Other Place
by Doug Tennant via NEohioPAL 07 May '16

07 May '16

*Gilda Shedstecker Presents! The Other Place* The Other Place by Sharr White premiered off-Broadway in 2011 and then returned in a hit run in 2013 to the Great White Way. A psychological thriller, this show deals with the contemporary horrors of losing a child, losing a marriage, or perhaps losing a mind. Juliana and Ian’s only daughter ran away from home when she was 15, and it’s miraculous when she contacts Juliana as an adult herself to reconcile, now with children and a husband of her own. Juliana is happy to have Laurel’s family move into the family’s other place, a Cape Cod beach house. But something isn’t right with the arrangement and Laurel’s return, a harbinger of doubt and fear in Juliana’s world. The truth is chilling and gladness begins to crumble. Starring as Juliana is Bridget Bazzinotti, with Patrice Rittenhouse, Grady Provance, Gretchen Scott, and Doug Tennant. Tawny Plumley Burkhardt is stage manager for director Jacki Dietz. Performances are *May 13, 14, 20, and 21* at 8:00 pm at *The Kathleen Howland Theatre* at 324 Cleveland Ave NW, Canton, Ohio. Tickets are $10 and are available by calling *330-451-0924* <330-451-0924> or at *secondapril.org* <http://secondapril.org/>. The show does contain adult language and situations and is charged with tension so parental discretion is advised. For more information visit *gildashedstecker.com* <http://gildashedstecker.com/>. The Other Place is a Flip Side Production from Gilda Shedstecker Presents! While the company's primary focus is comedy, this thriller has its funny moments while chilling your heart. And coming this year from Gilda Shedstecker Presents! *Our* *Son's* *Wedding* in June, *The* *Little* *Dog* *Laughed* in August, and *Go* *on* *With* *Your* *Wind**!* in October.

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