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Theatre Artist Gathering at Canton's Last Saturday.
by Jessica Swank via NEohioPAL 23 Jun '16

23 Jun '16

Coercion Theatre will be hosting a night where those in, or interested in, theatre can come and relax, while having discussions about timely subjects in our field. We will also have monologues and scenes for people to get up, perform and receive feedback and direction. Directors or aspiring directors can also try their hand at this. We will have our equity candidate Stage Manager there who will start conversations about that aspect, and in future meetings we will tackle designing. This will be a fun, communal gathering to get to know each other, expand our network, and do it in a fun environment that will be actively engaging in theatre activities and discussion. Snacks and drink provided (non alcoholic). Where: 318 Cleveland ave ne #212 Canton, OH 44721. (Go inside the 2nd April Gallerie all the way to the back and up the stairs. Follow that around until you enter the "Annex". Go down the hall and our studio is by the bathrooms. We will have signs pointing the way) When: Saturday, June 25th at 5pm. We will go until 9pm so feel free to get there whenever you want, between those times. Any questions email: jessica.swank(a)coerciontheatre.com or call (330)704-1316 Hope to see you there!

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LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Auditions at Weathervane
by Bob Russell via NEohioPAL 23 Jun '16

23 Jun '16

Weathervane Playhouse announces OPEN AUDITIONS for LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS. Directed by BOB RUSSELL. AUDITION DATES & LOCATION Sunday: Aug. 7, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Monday: Aug. 8, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Callbacks: Aug. 10; 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Weathervane Playhouse 1301 Weathervane Lane, Akron, OH 44313 AUDITION APPOINTMENTS To make an audition appointment please visit: www.weathervaneplayhouse.com/audition<http://www.weathervaneplayhouse.com/audition> Walk-in auditions will be seen as time permits. AUDITION REQUIREMENTS - Please prepare 32 bars of a song in the style of Little Shop of Horrors. - Please DO NOT sing from the show. - An accompanist will be provided. Please provide sheet music in the correct key. - Please arrive 15 minutes early to fill out paper work. - Bring your conflicts for the rehearsal period and production dates. (late Aug. - Oct. 16) PRODUCTION DETAILS LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS is a dark musical comedy based on the cult Roger Corman film of the same name. Actively seeking a diverse cast for this production. SYNOPSIS: Seymour is a hapless floral shop clerk who raises a strange and exotic plant with an insatiable appetite for human blood. This plant may just be his ticket out of "Skid-Row" and to win the girl of his dreams...but can they escape the plant's scheme for world domination? Mixing Motown, B-movies, and the American Dream, LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS is a screamingly funny, gleefully twisted, out-of-this-world hit musical. PRODUCTION DATES Sept. 29 - Oct. 16, 2016 REHEARSALS Rehearsal days and times will be Mondays - Thursdays from 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm and on Sundays from 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm Tech rehearsals are: 9/25 from 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm; 9/26, 9/27 & 9/28 from 6:00pm - 10:00pm AVAILABLE ROLES Seymour Krelbourn: Male, mid 30s, All Ethnicities An insecure down-on-his-luck floral clerk but with a hero's heart. A genuine, caring man who is taken for granted due to his clumsy ways and poor social skills. Bari-Tenor; vocal range: A2-G4 Audrey: Female, mid 30s - early 40s, All Ethnicities A girl from the wrong side of the tracks who always finds herself dating the wrong guy. A sweet gal with low self esteem but beautiful dreams. Ellen-Greene-type. Soprano with mix/belt; vocal range G#3-D5 Mr. Mushnik: Male, 50s, Caucasian Seymour and Audrey's boss and owner of a failing East Side "Skid-Row" flower shop. Profit driven, greedy and manipulative. Baritone; vocal range G2-F4 Crystal, Ronette and Chiffon: Female, 18 - late 20s, All Ethnicities Street urchins who act as the Greek Chorus throughout the production. Young, hip, and full of "swag"; these girls are the only oneswho have a grip on reality. Low Alto to Belt Soprano; vocal range Ab3-F5. Strong dance abilities are necessary; the choreographer is looking for performers who can execute choreography in the style of Yanis Marshall with 1950s elements integrated. Please review videos of Yanis Marshall on Youtube to become familiar with his choreography. Orin Scrivello D.D.S.: Male, 30s, All Ethnicities An egotistical "bad-boy" dentist wiht a dark sadistic side. This actor also plays other roles throughout the show and must have strong comedic chops. Baritone; vocal range G2-G4 Voice of the Plant "Audrey II": Male, 18+, All Ethnicities An actor/vocalist with a strong R&B and soul voice; located offstage. A conniving, street-smart "villain" who is a cross between Wolfman Jack, Barry White and Levi Stubbs. Baritone with flair; vocal range G2-G4 COMPENSATION All performers appear as volunteers with the Weathervane Playhouse PRODUCTION TEAM Book & Lyrics by Howard Ashman Music by Alan Menken Director: Bob Russell Music Director: John Ebner Choreographer: Katie Zarecki Stage Manager: Denise Eletich Scene Design: Richard Morris Jr. Costume Design: Sarah Russell Lighting Design: Brandon Davies Sound Design: John Coyne Properties Design: April Helms Audrey II Plant Design: Ralph Cooley ABOUT THE DIRECTOR Please visit: www.bobrussellaea.wix.com/theatrics

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Still registering: SUMMER DANCE WKSHP @ CSU 4 Students (HS & College) & Professionals!
by Theatre via NEohioPAL 23 Jun '16

23 Jun '16

----------------------------------------------------------------------- CSU SUMMER DANCE! JUNE 27-JULY 15, 2016 REGISTRATION STILL OPEN Cleveland State University Department of Theatre & Dance<http://www.csuohio.edu/theatre> presents its annual 3-week Summer Dance Workshop June 27 - July 15. Quality instruction in contemporary dance techniques and somatics, as well as artist chats, studio showings with GroundWorks DanceTheater, a foam rolling workshop, and more! This year features nationally recognized guest artists, Adam Barruch, Helanius Wilkins, and Leslie Dworkin. Open to dance students and professionals. Flexible registration options available. For more information (including registration form and full schedule): http://www.csuohio.edu/class/theatre-dance/csu-summer-dance -----------------------------------------------------------------------

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Audition Notices for Geauga Lyric Theater
by Kelly Miloro via NEohioPAL 23 Jun '16

23 Jun '16

*AUDITIONS FOR * The Last Lifeboat Geauga Lyric Theater Guild Directed by Michael J. Rogan Sponsored by Junction Auto *Auditions* *Sunday, July 10 from 6:8PM* * Monday, July 11 from 7-9PM* Auditions will be held at the Geauga Lyric Arts Center 106 Water St Chardon, Oh (Across the street from theater) Auditions Information: Be prepared to read from the script. About the play: What would you do if you had to choose between being a hero, doing the noble thing and never seeing anyone you loved again? What would you have chosen? *The Last Life Boat* is the untold story of J. Bruce Ismay, the owner of the White Star shipping Line when The Titanic sank, whose decision to save himself rather than go down with the ship made him the scapegoat for one of the greatest disasters of all time. This epic tale explores not only the tragedy itself, but the sensationalized trials and aftermath of the night that changed the world forever. Rehearsals: Rehearsals will begin July 31, Sundays through Thursdays 7-9:30 PM Performances: Shows: Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays September 16-25, 2016 Casting Information: All roles are open. 57 Characters, roles will be double and triple cast. For questions, contact the director at achillesmr(a)aol.com *~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~* *Auditions for GLTG’s Production of* *SWEENEY TODD**:* *The Demon Barber of Fleet Street* *A Musical Thriller* * Music and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim* *Book by Hugh Wheeler* Directed by Art Suskin Musical Direction by John Krol *Audition Times:* *Saturday, July 30 at 1:00pm* *Sunday, July 31 at 6:00pm* *Monday, August 1 at 7:00pm* *Callbacks on Tuesday and Wednesday August 2 and 3 at 7:00pm (as needed and by invitation only) * *The Geauga Lyric Arts Center* *106 Water Street, Chardon, OH 44024* *geaugatheater.org <http://geaugatheater.org>* *440-285-7701* Auditions will consist of voice, movement and readings from the script. *Bring the sheet music of your song (one minute or less) to give to the accompanist.* No appointment necessary. Please be prepared to stay for a few hours. Please bring *all* your conflicts between August 20 and November 6. *ABOUT THE PLAY*: Attend this dark and witty tale of love, London, murder and revenge. Sweeney Todd, an unjustly exiled barber, returns to 19th century London seeking vengeance against the lecherous judge who framed him and ravaged his young wife. The road to revenge leads Todd to Mrs. Lovett, a resourceful proprietress of a failing pie shop, above which he opens a new barber practice. Mrs. Lovett's luck sharply shifts when Todd's thirst for blood inspires the integration of an ingredient into her meat pies that has the people of London lining up, and the carnage has only just begun! Rehearsals (5 per week on weekday evenings and weekends) will commence on August 21. Performances (9): Fridays and Saturdays, and Sundays (Matinées), October 21 through November 6 *roles:* We are looking for a company of 15-25 energetic actors and singers. - *Sweeney Todd* (40s-60s): bass/baritone F2-Gb4 - *Mrs. Lovett* (30s-60s): alto/mezzo G3-E5 - *Johanna* (20s): soprano C3-Bb5 - *Anthony Hope* (20s-30s): tenor or high baritone Ab2-F#4 - *Beggar Woman* (40s-60s): soprano/mezzo Ab3-F5 - *Judge Turpin* (50s-60s): bass/baritone E2-F#4 - *Beadle Banford* (40s-60s): tenor D3-D5 - *Pirelli* (40s-50s): tenor B3-C5 - *Tobias Ragg* (late teens-20s): tenor Bb3-A5 - *Ensemble* (Men and Women, 20s-60s)—Many good smaller roles with good scenes and a line here and there, both dialogue and singing. *The Ensemble may be on stage for most of the play*. *We need strong singer/actors to collaborate in creating * *an original experience of a powerful play.* *This production requires some serious singing and acting!* *And remember: This is a HORROR STORY!* For further information contact the Director (Art Suskin) at 816-210-6266 or art(a)theatregym.org -- Kelly Miloro GLTG Administrative Asst. 440-285-7701 officemgr(a)geaugatheater.org

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Last Weekend For Workshop Players' "The Star Spangled Girl" By Neil Simon
by Workshop Players via NEohioPAL 23 Jun '16

23 Jun '16

THE STAR SPANGLED GIRL by Neil Simon Directed By Pat Price Set in the revolutionary sixties, Andy (Mike Frye) and Norman (Jarred Nichols) are two earnest young men using their apartment as a publishing office for a "protest" magazine in San Francisco. Sophie (Holly Feiler), an Olympic swimmer and all-American girl, moves into the same building, has left Norman completely smitten and he lets his feelings be known, with over the top advances. Meanwhile, Andy is fielding telephone calls from the irate printer who wants to collect the money due him, and distracting the attention-demanding, overzealous landlady from thoughts of back rent with motorcycle rides and surfing expeditions! Come see this witty, comedic story of love, angst and craziness! THE. STAR SPANGLED GIRL runs June 24, 25, 26. Thursday, Friday and Saturday shows are at 8 p.m., with the Sunday matinee at 3 p.m. Tickets are $13, with group pricing also available. Please call the box office at 440-988-5613 to reserve your tickets. -- 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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It's Officially Summer! A Great Time To Study "Master the Arts" - Monologues, Auditions, Etc
by sue holland johnson via NEohioPAL 23 Jun '16

23 Jun '16

Prefer individual attention over classes? Like to schedule your own time? Know someone who could benefit from actors' training? Please share / post. Private Coaching Master the Art:" Monologue & Character Development, Theatre & On-Camera Auditions & Acting If you are an aspiring or experienced actor pursuing your passion, or career in the creative arts, “Master the Art” coaching can help you learn or hone your artistic craft & the business basics of being a professional. Do’s - Don’ts - & - How-to’s . “Master the Art:” Monologue Development . “Master the Art:” Character Development . “Master the Art:” Theatre Auditioning . “Master the Art:” On-camera Auditioning . “Master the Art:” On-camera Acting “Master the Art” private coaching helps you improve . Performance Preparatio . Performance Power . Professional Etiquette Private Coaching by appointment. Fees Option: Sun sign analysis & interpretation to give you insights & help you do your craft work. We focus on what you need / want to help develop your acting craft for theatre, on-camera & film.. You don't have to sign up for a series of sessions. Come at will, based on schedule and finances.We coach Mon. - Sat. No Sundays, except in extreme emergency. We meet at my place, Shaker Hts. We accept cash, check, Money Order, credit card. (PayPal is available, but must be paid before the scheduled session.) Hope this helps you decide to schedule a session. Or, for more information, contact: Coach: Sue Johnson, SAG/AFTRA Exec. Director, Wake Up And Live’s Actors’ Studio (WUAL) Producer, Director “Wake Up And Live with the Arts” wakeupandlives(a)gmail.com Ask us about our WUAL Performances & Presentations. Custom designed for your event. Thought for the day. “To thine own self be true.”

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Monster in the Closet Auditions @ Theatre 8:15
by Dawna Kornick via NEohioPAL 23 Jun '16

23 Jun '16

" Monster in the Closet" Auditions SUNDAY, JUNE 26TH FROM 5:00-7:00 PM What is "Monster in the Closet" about? Emily has a big problem. Not only is she sent to bed just as she reaches the highest level of her new video game, but there's a monster in her closet! It's not just her imagination. Her friend Stephanie saw it, too. Suffering the teasing of her brother and his friends, Emily and Stephanie recruit some of their own friends to help capture the monster. What they don't know is that Murray, the closet monster, doesn't mean any harm - he only wants to play Emily's new video game. He's too scared of kids to even think about trying to frighten them. Murray's boss, the Dream King, has heard about his goofing off on the job, and now Murray is on probation. Murray's supervisor, fellow monster Wanda, is not happy with him either. After all, every monster knows that when a child is born, a monster is assigned to watch over her - not to play with her toys and especially not to get caught in the act! What will happen when Emily has all her friends over for a sleepover to try to capture Murray? Even with Emily's friend Brain's careful analysis and planning, the girls wind up trapping the Dream King and his secretary, Toady, instead of Murray. With other wonderfully entertaining characters like Sandy the Sandman and his dream weavers, the solution to Emily's monster problem brings humor, a bit of ingenuity and a little magic to this charming and delightful family show. Performance Dates: August 12 - 13 @ 8:15 PM For questions please email monsterinthecloset1(a)yahoo.com THEATRE 8:15 4740 Massillon Road Green OH, 44232 (330) 896-0339 www.theatre815.com

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One Act Variety Show - Saturday 7:30 at Theatre 8:15
by Dawna Kornick via NEohioPAL 23 Jun '16

23 Jun '16

YOUTH SUMMER THEATRICAL CLASSES INSTRUCTOR/DIRECTOR JIM VOLKERT Presents One Act Variety Show Saturday, June 25th at 7:30pm Tickets $ 7.00 at the door (includes complimentary punch & cookies) * * * * * * THEATRE 8:15 4740 MASSILLON RD. GREEN, OH 44232 www.theatre815.com For more information visit our website or call (330) 896-0339 or email: info(a)theatre815.com

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Open Race Female, Aged 50-70, for Stage Play
by Amy Adams via NEohioPAL 23 Jun '16

23 Jun '16

We are currently seeking a Granny, for our Stage Play, "Secrets of a Woman". It's a story of a young man, who is troubled by the streets. He has a sister who is keeping a secret from everyone, which turns out to be the secret everyone should've known!! Granny won't give up and Grandpa knows better. Granny is the "Big Momma" type; she just doesn't give up and always has faith. Open Race, Ages 50-70. This is an unpaid role. If cast, our rehearsals are held 3x per week, currently. When it gets closer to the production, which is in September, we switch to 4x per week. If you're interested, please send a private message to our email, RAProductions2016(a)gmail.com, or you may visit our Page and leave a message there. The link is listed below. **Please include a contact phone number, to set up an Audition. https://www.facebook.com/R-A-Productions-1168729783148132/

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Feature Film Hiring Crew Positions (Paid)
by via NEohioPAL 23 Jun '16

23 Jun '16

A feature film starring a former Saturday Night Live cast member is coming to Cleveland in late 2016. The production will be seeking to hire some local crew members. The following positions will be filled: - Sound Recordist: Send resume and link to samples of your work - Hair and Makeup Artist: Send resume link to portfolio of film and TV work - Cinematographer/DP: Send resume and link to your reel All positions are paid. Must have availability to work exclusively on one project for 3-5 weeks. Please send info to info(a)1031films.com

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