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AUDITIONS: Incorruptible (A Dark Comedy About the Dark Ages) at Clague
by via NEohioPAL 31 Jan '17

31 Jan '17

------------------------------------ Clague Playhouse Announces Auditions for the Dark Comedy “Incorruptible”Auditions for Clague Playhouse’s 5th production of the 2016-2017 season will be held at CLAGUE PLAYHOUSE, 1371 Clague Road, Westlake, OH 44145. Incorruptible (A Dark Comedy About the Dark Ages)Written by Michael Hollinger Directed by Tyson Douglas Rand Auditions dates/times: Tuesday & Wednesday, Feb. 14th & 15th at 7:30 p.m. Needed: 5 Males – 3 Females: Charles – the Abbot of Priseaux, age 50+ A gentle & often overwhelmed soul. Brother Martin – his second in command, age mid 30s to 50. A “Go-Getter” with ambitions. Brother Olf – a novice, age late 20s to early 30s – Big & a bit childlike. Brother Felix – another novice of similar age – a romantic with a few bars of singing. A Peasant Woman – from the village, age 40+ - Mother to Marie. Jack – a one eyed minstrel, age mid 20s to mid 30s – sings, dances, juggles – basic string instrument skills a plus. Marie – his wife… of sorts, age mid to late 20s – sings, dances – petite. Must be carried about like a rag doll. A LOT. Agatha – the Abbess of Bernay. Charles’ sister. age 50+ A formidable woman. Strong & competitive. Although the play takes place about 1250 A.D. in a French monastery, the language is contemporary without accents. The story: The Brothers of Saint Foy is a dwindling order. They work hard to care for their parish village but the relics (bones) of their patron saint have not worked a miracle in thirteen years. Their only income is from a “Pay to Pray” policy and no one in their village can afford to pay the penny! When the convent in a neighboring town claims to have acquired the relics of “The Real St. Foy” the pilgrims flock to pray for miracles and the battle begins! Toss in a one eyed Jester/con man, his seductive dancer “wife” and the promise of a visit from the Pope and… – Well, all SOMETHING breaks loose! This is a dark comedy that playfully examines how, both then and now, we often feel compelled to do the wrong thing for all the right reasons – and our only saving grace is… Grace itself. A farcical & physical romp. Show dates: May 12th through June 4th, 2017 – Thurs, Fri, & Sat. at 8:00 PM & Sun. at 2:00 PM Rehearsals to be determined based on actor availability but may begin as early as March 27th.CLAGUE PLAYHOUSE auditions begin at 7:30 pm. No appointment is required. Headshots and resumes are always welcome and most helpful. Auditionees will be asked to cold read from the script. You may be asked to stay to read additional scenes. There will be callbacks only if necessary. Clague Playhouse is a non-profit 501c3 community theater. A limited number of perusal scripts are available at the Clague Playhouse Box Office for a $10 refundable deposit. Clague Playhouse Box Office hours are Wed.-Sat. from 1-6 PM, 440-331-0403. Clague Playhouse - 1371 Clague Road - Westlake, OH 44145Web: www.clagueplayhouse.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/ClaguePlayhouseTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/ClagueTweets ------------------------------------

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TCT Spring Class Early Bird Special Ends Feb. 11!
by TCT Intern via NEohioPAL 31 Jan '17

31 Jan '17

Spring Theatre Arts Class registration is now open! Find out more: http:// talespinnerchildrenstheatre.org/education/ DATES: Spring — March 4th - April 29th (No classes on April 15 ) Pre-school (ages 3-5) Saturdays 10am-11am Kids (ages 6-10) and Early Teens (ages 11-14) Saturdays 10am-noon *As an Early Bird Special, any student registered before Feb. 11* *will receive a TCT Buddy Pack (one adult and one student ticket per student registered), to any production in our 2017 season. * TCT offers three in-house Youth Theatre Arts courses per year. They take place on location at TCT—a 188 seat, ADA compliant theatre located on the eastern edge of the Detroit-Shoreway area of Cleveland's near west side. Fall and Spring classes are held on Saturdays for eight-week sessions and are broken down in appropriate age groups and scheduled as follows: Pre-school (ages 3-5) 10am to 11am Kids (ages 6-10) 10am to 1pm Early Teens (ages 11-14) 10am to 1pm Through puppets, music, movement, improvisation, story-telling and acting, students develop communication skills, teamwork, confidence, and creative expression. Each session culminates with a student-created presentation for family and friends that gives kids a taste of what goes into producing and performing a show. *SPRING CLASS REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Feb. 27.* Marketing and Box Office Talespinner Children's Theatre Marketing and Box Office Talespinner Children's Theatre *2017 Season* *Red Onion, White Garlic (a Tale of Indonesia) *April 8 - 30 by David Hansen, directed by Katelyn Cornelius *Sundiata (a Tale of Mali) *June 10 - July 2 by Nina Domingue Glover, directed by Nina Domingue Glover & Nathan Lilly *The Rainbow Serpent (A Tale of Aboriginal Australia) *Sept. 16 - Oct. 8 by Christopher Johnston, directed by Alison Garrigan *Mr. Scrooge's Ghosts (A Dickens of a Holiday Tale) *Nov. 25 - Dec. 17 by Michael Sepesy, directed by Alison Garrigan Reinberger Auditorium | 5209 Detroit Ave. - Cleveland, Ohio 44102 | 216.264.9680 www.talespinnerchildrenstheatre.org

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Stow Players winter show
by Thomas Mark Stephan via NEohioPAL 31 Jan '17

31 Jan '17

For good family entertainment, you can't beat Stow Players production of THE VELVETEEN RABBIT Playing February 3,4,10,11 - 7:30 pm February 5 - 2:30 pm - Sunday matinee Heritage Barn - Stow Silver Springs Park - 5238 Young Rd. in Stow Under the direction of Pat Robertell-Hudson, the cast includes: Emma Himmel, Aaron Brooker, Alyssa Krokos, Pam Daerr, Dave Hinebaugh, Aidan Brooker, Aleah Krokos, Cora Goold, Gillian Kilker, Isabella Weber, Kendal Legg, Lola Thoele, Morgan Legg, Silas Thoele, Bill Shanabarger, & Tammy Carder General Admission - $15 Seniors & Students - $12 Children 10 & under - $5 Reservations call: 234-206-0128 Or order online: www.stowplayers.net <http://www.stowplayers.net> Or buy tickets at the door - cash only

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"I Love You Because" previews this Thursday at Weathervane. Tickets are going fast!
by Fred Gloor via NEohioPAL 31 Jan '17

31 Jan '17

Weathervane Playhouse presents I Love You Because Charming musical is our Valentine gift to you. AKRON, OH - Just in time for Valentine's Day, and continuing the Dietz Theatre Series of productions, Weathervane Playhouse presents I Love You Because, a charming love story set to music, on February 2, 3, 4, 8, 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, and 18 at 7:30 p.m. and February 5 and 12 at 2:30 p.m., and February 11 and 18 at 3:30 pm. Ticket prices range from $10 to $26 and can be made by calling 330-836-2626 or by going to www.weathervaneplayhouse.com<http://www.weathervaneplayhouse.com>. Due to some mature language and mature themes, this play is recommended for adults. TICKETS ARE GOING FAST!!! The Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday performances of Opening Weekend are SOLD OUT!!! About the Play: I Love You Because is a modern twist on Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice, set in New York City. A young, uptight greeting card writer's life is changed when he meets a flighty photographer. Along with their eccentric friends and siblings, they learn to love each other not in spite of their faults, but because of them. About the Creators: Joshua Salzman (music) and Ryan Cunningham (book and lyrics) are Jonathan Larson Award winners as well as Drama Desk and MAC Award-nominated writers. Their Off-Broadway musical, I Love You Because, has been produced all over the world in five languages. Their new musical, Next Thing You Know, has been produced at CAP 21 in New York, across America and in Europe. Their song "Just Not Now" was featured on Lauren Kennedy's solo album Here and Now. Ryan and Joshua are graduates of the NYU graduate musical theatre writing program and are both members of ASCAP and the Dramatist Guild. For interviews, cast photos, or more information contact Melanie Pepe at 330-836-2626. Ext 17 or mycp(a)weathervaneplayhouse.com<mailto:mycp@weathervaneplayhouse.com> The cast and creative team of I Love You Because include: THE CAST Michael Knobloch AUSTIN Brooke Lytton MARCY Matthew Heppe JEFF Kyla Williger DIANA Benjamin Krumreig NEW YORK MAN Kaitlyn Harris NEW YORK WOMAN CREATIVE TEAM DIRECTOR/LIGHTING DESIGNER Will C. Crosby MUSICAL DIRECTOR John Ebner MUSICIANS John Ebner Mick Shaull COSTUME DESIGNER Jasen J. Smith STAGE MANAGER Ashley Collins PROPERTIES CO-DESIGNERS Joshua Larkin Jay Sigler SCENIC CO-DESIGNERS Kathy Kohl Justyn James TECHNICAL DIRECTOR Richard Morris, Jr. ASSISTANT TECHNICAL DIRECTOR Kathy Kohl MASTER ELECTRICIAN Kellie Rossni Weathervane Playhouse produces high-quality live theater with volunteer artists, designers, and technicians under professional direction, provides education and training in theater arts and appreciation, and engages and entertains its audience and constituents to enrich the quality of life in Northeast Ohio. ### Weathervane Playhouse's 2016-2017 Season Support Provided by: AARP Akron Community Foundation Mary and Dr. George L. Demetrios Charitable Trust GAR Kenneth L. Calhoun Charitable Trust (KeyBank, Trustee) The Mary S. and David C. Corbin Foundation Kohmann Bosshard Financial Services, LLC The Margaret Clark Morgan Foundation Millennial Group Northeast Ohio Boomer and Beyond Magazine Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine Ohio Arts Council Omnova WKSU 89.7 FM

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Sound Designer: Immediate
by Mercury Theatre Company via NEohioPAL 31 Jan '17

31 Jan '17

Mercury Theatre Company is seeking sound designers for an immediate show and possible upcoming events for the 2017 season. Please contact Pierre at pierre(a)mercurytheatrecompany.org or 216.771.5862. Thank you! Mercury Theatre Company 216.771.5862 www.mercurytheatrecompany.org

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Guys and Dolls opens this Friday
by Andrew Knode via NEohioPAL 31 Jan '17

31 Jan '17

Medina County Show Biz Company is pleased to present “GUYS & DOLLS" A musical fable of Broadway Directed by Michael Nickley. The show runs February 3-19, Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. or Sunday at 2:00 p.m. at the Haddad Theater 144 N. Broadway Street in Medina, Ohio. Come and enjoy the music of Frank Loesser. From “Sit Down Your Rockin’ the Boat” to “Luck Be a Lady Tonight” you will be tapping your foot the whole night. Tickets are available on the web at www.medinashowbiz.org Or at all Medina Buehler’s stores, or call (330) 725-5776. Ticket prices are $15 for adults and $12 for seniors and students (18 under). Groups of 20 or more are $10 each and the tickets are good for any performance and the group does not have to attend together. Produced by special arrangement though Music Theatre International.

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Spring Dance Classes with Inlet Dance Theatre
by Elizabeth Pollert via NEohioPAL 31 Jan '17

31 Jan '17

Join Inlet Dance Theatre for award winning dance classes at The Music Settlement! Spring Semester begins February 6, 2017, with exciting classes for all ages! *Teen/Adult Classes (Ages 12 and up) Teen/Adult Modern Mondays or Thursdays 5:30-7:00pm *$229/session Course Code: Spring Mon 8135 or Thurs 8136 * Teen/Adult Improvisation Mondays 7:00-8:30pm *$187/session Course Code: Spring 8138 *Teen/Adult Non-Traditional Partnering Thursdays 7:00-8:30pm *$187/session Course Code: Spring 8139 * Student Ensemble **Ages 12+)* * Mondays and Thursdays, 5:30-8:30 pm *$832/session (4 classes per week) Course Code: Spring 8137 *Children’s Classes* * Children’s Level I (3-5 years) Saturdays 11:30am-12:15pm *$229/session Course Code: Spring 8132 * Children’s Level II (6-8 years) Saturdays 12:30-1:15pm *$229/session Course Code: Spring 8133 * Children’s Level III (9-11 years) Saturdays 1:30-2:15pm *$229/session Course Code: Spring 8134 **Limited Scholarships and Generous Financial Aid are available *10 Class Card is also available for Teen/Adult classes for those needing more flexibility in their schedule* *To Register for classes call The Music Settlement office at 216-421-5806 * *For more information and class descriptions go to www.themusicsettlement.org <http://www.themusicsettlement.org>* Elizabeth Pollert Inflow Education Coordinator/Company Member Inlet Dance Theatre c/o The Music Settlement 11125 Magnolia Dr. Cleveland, OH 44106 216.721.8580

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FREE INDUSTRY TICKETS to Ohio Shakespeare Festival shows
by via NEohioPAL 31 Jan '17

31 Jan '17

Seriously, they are free. Read below! In conjunction with a grant from the ASCVB to help encourage out-of-towners to visit downtown Akron, Ohio Shakespeare Festival is offering free tickets for any non-Akron theatre artists to our next productions of LONE STAR and THE UPSTART CROW. Join us for one or both plays during a short repertory this February 9-19, and enjoy one free beverage (beer, wine, or soft drink), all hosted at our new theatre in Greystone Hall. See below for show details. To reserve your free tickets, simply contact Tess Burgler (tess(a)ohioshakespeare.com) Include your name, preferred date, and number of tickets you will need (limit 4 per inquiry). Tickets will be given out on a first-contact-first-serve basis until they are gone, to any recipient who meets the requirements of the grant. A reminder that this offer is only for theatre artists (or staff or management or volunteers or board members--anyone connected to the theatre-world) who are non-Akron residents. Please feel free to reach out with any questions and spread the word to your Cleveland colleagues. We hope to see you soon in Akron! [ www.ohioshakespeare.com ]( http://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ohioshakespeare.com%2F&h=ATN… ) for more details. LONE STAR BY JAMES MCLURE Directed by Nancy Cates, Featuring: Ryan Zarecki, Derrick Winger, and Jeremy Jenkins February 10, 12, 16, 18 Running in rep with Upstart Crow, this play takes place in the backyard of a small-town Texas bar with Roy, a macho Vietnam vet, who cherishes three things above all; his country, his sexy young wife, and his 1959 pink Thunderbird. THE UPSTART CROW BY VINCENT DOWLING Directed by Terry Burgler* Featuring Terry Burgler* and Lara Mielcarek* February 9, 11, 17, 19 Susannah Shakespeare, daughter of the famous playwright, and Richard Burbage, Will's best friend, finally meet on the Globe Stage. Together, they unravel the laughs, loves, and losses of the Bard. A newer play about older times, Shakespeare In Love fans will adore this sweet, sad, and touching story of the real people behind the famous playwright. *indicates member of AEA

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Auditions for MARY POPPINS at Near West Theatre (For ages 7 & Up)
by Kelcie Dugger via NEohioPAL 31 Jan '17

31 Jan '17

Near West Theatre announces AUDITIONS for MARY POPPINS Intergenerational Cast (ages 7 & Up) February 13, 15, 16, 2017 Monday, Wednesday & Thursday Ages 7-12 from 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Ages 13 & up from 7:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Come one of these evenings. Plan to stay for the entire time specified. See list of roles below! Mary Poppins runs May 5, 6, 11, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20 & 21, 2017 Rehearsals begin Sunday, March 12, 2017 AUDITION SITE: Near West Theatre (6702 Detroit Ave., Cleveland, Ohio 44102) If you are unable to audition on the dates listed above, or you have questions, call our office at 216-961-9750, Mon.-Fri. 11am-4pm or EMAIL info(a)nearwesttheatre.org<mailto:info@nearwesttheatre.org> ABOUT THE AUDITION: This is a group audition in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. No experience or preparation required. Dress for movement. Please plan to stay for the entire time specified, and arrive 15 minutes before audition time to register. Anyone arriving after the starting time will not audition that day. At Near West Theatre we encourage everyone to audition. People of all experience levels, races, ethnicities, neighborhoods, sizes, gender identities and backgrounds are needed. We use theater to build community and relationships. We're a great place to express yourself and make friends. Come try us! Bring a friend! ABOUT THE SHOW Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious!!! At last! This imaginative convergence of the classic film musical and the sophisticated children's books by P. L. Travers comes to the Near West stage! A new script by Julian Fellows (Downton Abbey, Gosford Park) weaves together tales of a strict and magical nanny who comes in the nick of time to an estranged family in 1910 London, England. So let's sip a Spoonful of Sugar, Fly a Kite and Step in Time through a series of unforgettable events that forever change how the Banks family, and we too, prioritize our lives. Will Mary fly on Near West's new stage? Chim Chim Cher-ee... come and see! Original Music and Lyrics by Richard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman Book by Julian Fellowes New Songs & Additional Music & Lyrics by George Stiles & Anthony Drewe Co-Created by Cameron Mackintosh Mary Poppins will be Directed by Bob Navis Jr. Musically Directed by Matthew Dolan Choreographed by Josh Landis. Stage Managed by Ryan Wolf. CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS MARY POPPINS Jane and Michael's Nanny, Mary Poppins is a dazzling personality and a force to be reckoned with. Mezzo Soprano BERT Bert is a Chimney Sweep and Jack-of-all-Trades. Charming and charismatic. Must move well. Baritone to G. MR. GEORGE BANKS A bank manager, Mr. Banks is father to Jane and Michael. He tries to be a good provider, but often forgets how to be a good father. Baritone. MRS. WINIFRED BANKS A former actress, Mrs. Banks is very busy trying to live up to her husband's expectations. She is a loving, but distracted mother to Jane and Michael. Mezzo Soprano. MICHAEL & JANE The Banks children, Jane and Michael misbehave to get attention from their parents. MRS. BRILL The Banks' cook. She rules the kitchen at No. 17 Cherry Tree Lane. Alto. ROBERTSON AY Clumsy, but good-hearted, the Banks' bootman has trouble following instructions. Tenor. MISS ANDREW George Banks' old nanny. Cruel and demanding. Soprano with Alto Belt. KATIE NANNA The last in a long line of nannies for the Banks children, Katie Nanna can't stand any more of Jane and Michael's pranks and leaves No. 17 Cherry Tree Lane. ADMIRAL BOOM The Banks' friendly neighbor on Cherry Tree Lane. Baritone. MISS LARK Another neighbor on Cherry Tree Lane, she is a bit snobby and treats her dog as a child. Mezzo Soprano. MRS. CORRY Mysterious and very old, Mrs. Corry runs the "Talking Shop". She knew George Banks when he was just a boy. Soprano. NELEUS A statue in the Park. Neleus has lost his father, Poseidon, god of the ocean. Strong dancer. Tenor. THE BIRD WOMAN A woman who sits in front of St. Paul's Cathedral every day, selling bags of crumbs for the pigeons. Alto. THE PARK KEEPER A stickler for rules and regulations, the Park Keeper watches over the park. Tenor. ENSEMBLE Mary Poppins features a large ensemble of singers and dancers in a variety of styles, including tap, ballet, jazz and other genres.

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ADULT TAP CLASS WEDS 6PM MIDDLEBURG HTS
by James Becker via NEohioPAL 31 Jan '17

31 Jan '17

BROADWAY/ RHYTHM-STYLE ADULT TAP CLASS WEDNESDAYS 6-7pm Fun Music, Sweaty Good Time! Int/Adv Tap ages 13-adult ROCK CITY DANCE 7501 Pearl Rd Middleburg Hts, Oh (440) 243- 4991 email: INFO(a)ROCKCITYDANCE.COM web: rockcitydance.com web: thejimbecker.com NYC Performer/ Instructor Jim Becker leads the class through a sounds warmup, traveling steps cross-the-floor and then a fun and exciting choreographed dance combination/ variation. Directly from the Broadway Stage! Professional tap dancer with Disney Cruise Line, Disney World, 42nd Street, The Producers, Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, Guys & Dolls, Miss Saigon, Cats, Dancing With The Stars, Big River, Barry Manilow’s Copacabana, Carousel, Broadway Bares. Jim studied Dance and Theatre at NYC’s Marymount Manhattan College and with such tap inspirations as Gregg Russell, Mike Minery, Shea Sullivan, and Savion Glover. Jim is also a celebrity personal trainer with atheltes currently performing on Broadway, in professional dance companies, and film and television stars. This class is fun and will keep you in shape!

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