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Creative Workforce Fellow Ray Caspio Premieres SUNDAY DINNER WITH TOOTS
by Ray Caspio via NEohioPAL 30 Jan '17

30 Jan '17

SUNDAY DINNER WITH TOOTS February 9, 10 & 13 @ 7:30pm February 11 & 12 @ 6:00pm @ 3821 Prospect, Cleveland, Ohio 44115 Also accepting private bookings beyond February 13! an original performance experience by Ray Caspio & Uncle Toots with creator-performers Benjamin Gregorio, Cassie Neumann Lucas & Lauren B. Smith clothing consultant Kevenn T. Smith produced by Ray Caspio & Kevenn T. Smith homemade sauce prepared by Marilu Mercadante Uncle Toots, here. Good to see ya! I’ve done the YouTubes <https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLA0DE6693109D45AF> and made ya pee-your-pants laughin’ in Theater Ninjas’ TingleTangle <http://raycaspio.com/performance>. Now, by popular (my) demand, I have my own skit: Sunday Dinner with Toots! I been keepin’ a secret: from 1950 to 1953, I seen this girl, Fina. Beautiful: “small, but mighty,” your Aunt Barb says. I went into the service. Fina got married, had kids. I sold sausage ‘round the USA. We all make our choices! Lotsa years passed. Her husband bought the farm and Fina and I had 16 more years together before she went to a better place in 2011. Sheesh. Her grandson, Andy Boy—Italian guy, good lookin’—wants to know more about her, so I told him to bring you over for my sauce and stories! Aunt Barb and Nurse Nancy’ll be there, too. You gotta let me know beforehand you're comin', though. We’ll sit around my table: a pasta meal, a lovely show, a belly laugh, and off you’ll go! Tickets $30 each, including meal* Highly limited seating! Seats must be purchased at least one day in advance! http://www.raycaspio.com/uncletoots <http://www.raycaspio.com/uncletoots> or (440) 50T-OOTS to buy your seats at the table! ————— This performance piece was developed as part of the LAUNCH performance creation residency program of the Community Engagement & Education Department at Playhouse Square, Cleveland, Ohio. Thanks to Cleveland Opera Theater for the generous donation of the performance space. The Creative Workforce Fellowship is a program of the Community Partnership for Arts and Culture. Funding for the Fellowship program is made possible by the generous support of Cuyahoga County residents through a public grant from Cuyahoga Arts & Culture. This piece is funded, in part, by the Creative Workforce Fellowship.

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A Conversation with Playwright Eric Coble!!
by Aaron Collier via NEohioPAL 30 Jan '17

30 Jan '17

Hey all! If you like, have heard of, or enjoy Eric Coble as a person or an award-winning playwright (recipient of the 2007 Cleveland Arts Prize) .....make sure to listen and share this new episode of Authentic Audio featuring our conversation (starts 15:15). Listen at www.authenticaudiopodcast.com Eric's plays have been staged in Cleveland, throughout the Midwest, on Broadway and across the entire country. His wide ranging writing style has earned him respect in the American Theatre. His 2014 play "Velocity of Autumn" made a long journey to Broadway and veteran actor Estelle Parson's performance in the play was nominated for a Tony Award that year. This episode begins with a story about the concept of safety, security, geography and how those facets of my life have been at odds with each other as far back as I can remember. Then, Eric and I dive into a conversation about his work, life growing up in the remote New Mexican desert and the personal & creative decisions he's made on his journey as a playwright. Former "Jersey Boy" and Broadway actor Daniel Robert Sullivan has this to say about the episode: "I highly recommend this podcast from my friend Aaron Calafato & Authentic Audio. It's a discussion with playwright Eric Coble with commentary on writers who work in vastly different styles. When something is successful, should we continue to write in that same style? Or can we break outside of it with something totally different? This debate fascinated me!" Eric is not only an artistic gem for Cleveland and the Midwest. He is a gem for the American Theatre. This episode is brought to you by The City Club of Cleveland All the best! The Authentic Audio Team

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SCHOOLHOUSE ROCK LIVE! Auditions - Beck Center for the Arts Youth Theater
by Jonathan Kronenberger via NEohioPAL 30 Jan '17

30 Jan '17

Beck Center for the Arts Youth Theater, one of the oldest continuously running Youth Theaters in the country, will be holding auditions on February 18 & 19, 2017 for the final production of our 68th Anniversary Season: SCHOOLHOUSE ROCK LIVE! Originally Adapted and Produced for the Stage by Theatre BAM >From the Series Created by George Newall and Tom Yohe Based on an Idea by David McCall Book by Scott Ferguson, George Keating and Kyle Hall Music and Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens, Bob Dorough, Dave Frishberg, Kathy Mandry, George Newall and Tom Yohe Direction by Patrick Ciamacco Musical Direction by Ben Malkevitch Choreography by Rebecca Ciamacco The Show: Tom, a nerve-wracked school teacher nervous about his first day of teaching, tries to relax by watching TV when various characters representing facets of his personality emerge from the set. Together, they show him how to win his students over with imagination and music, through such beloved songs as "Just A Bill," "Lolly, Lolly, Lolly" and "Conjunction Junction." This stage adaptation of the Emmy Award-winning 1970s Saturday morning cartoon series is fun for all ages! Audition/Callback dates: (open to Beck Center students ages 6 to 19*) Saturday, February 18: 2:30 - 6:30pm & Sunday, February 19: 1:00 - 5:00 pm Callbacks: Monday, February 20 between 5:30 - 8:30pm You may sign up for a one-hour audition slot at Beck Center Customer Service or by calling 216-521-2540 x10. *Please note: Youth Theater roles are only eligible to students who will be enrolled in our Winter/Spring 2017 semester. Actors do not need to be enrolled at the time of the auditions, however, participation in the actual production does require Beck Center enrollment. Students do not need to be specifically enrolled in a Theater class at Beck Center to qualify. Students who will be enrolled in a Winter/Spring 2017 semester class in Beck Center's Dance, Music and Visual Arts Departments are equally eligible. Bottom line: if you are accepting a role in the show, you will need to enroll in a class. Any questions, please feel free to contact Jonathan Kronenberger, Associate Director of Theater Education, at jkronenberger(a)beckcenter.org<mailto:jkronenberger@beckcenter.org>. Our Winter/Spring 2017 catalog is available online at www.beckcenter.org<http://www.beckcenter.org>. Unlike some other youth theaters, there is NO additional participation fee required beyond enrollment. What to Prepare: Actors are asked to prepare the following (memorization is strongly encouraged): 1) A musical theater song, either up-tempo or ballad, up to one minute long. An accompanist is provided. Sheet music is encouraged. 2) A comedic monologue, up to one minute long. Potential Rehearsals: March 20 - May 6, 2017 * Mon, Tue, Weds, Thurs, Fri: between 4:00 - 8:30pm * Saturdays: between 2:30 - 6:00pm * Sundays: between 1:00-4:30pm This is the earliest date we would start - most likely a later date. The show will NOT be rehearsing every day or the full time range listed. The team will pick the days that best accommodate everyone's schedules - once conflicts and availability are known for the above dates. Spring breaks happen at different times during this period. Tech Week: May 7 - 11, 2017 * Sunday from 1:00 - 9:00pm and Weeknights between 4:00 - 9:30pm All cast members are expected to attend ALL rehearsals during Tech Week. Performance dates: May 12 - 21, 2017 All cast members are required to attend all performances. * Fridays, May 12 & 19 at 7:30pm * Saturdays, May 13 & 20 at 3:00pm * Sundays, May 14 & 21 at 3:00pm * Special Student Matinee: Thursday, May 18 at 10:00am (NOTE: This will require missing school that morning.) SCHOOLHOUSE ROCK LIVE! is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International. The 2016-2017 Beck Center Youth Theater Season is presented by the Mort and Iris November Philanthropic Fund. * * * * * * Located at 17801 Detroit Avenue in Lakewood, Beck Center for the Arts is a not-for-profit 501(c)3 organization that offers professional theater productions, arts education programming in dance, music, theater, visual arts, early childhood, and creative arts therapies for special needs students, and gallery exhibits featuring local, regional and international artists. For more information visit beckcenter.org<http://www.beckcenter.org/>.

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Prince PIPPIN Searches for His "Corner of the Sky" in Ashland
by Tricia Applegate via NEohioPAL 30 Jan '17

30 Jan '17

Ashland University Theatre presents *PIPPIN* Book by Roger O. Hirson Music & Lyrics by Stephen Schwartz Directed by Robert Sean Parker February 10, 11, 17, 18 at 7:30 p.m. February 12 at 2 p.m. Hugo Young Theatre Pre-Show Talk: Fri., Feb. 17, 6:45 p.m. *WARNING: Contains Adult Content* *Ashland University Box Office* 419-289-5125 (Noon-6 p.m., Monday-Friday) Online at www.ashland.edu/tickets <https://red.vendini.com/ticket-software.html?t=tix&e=a79a533a2409ff266ac1f8…> (additional fees apply) *Single Tickets <https://red.vendini.com/ticket-software.html?t=tix&e=a79a533a2409ff266ac1f8…>:* $12 Adults $10 Senior Citizens, AU Alumni & Faculty/Staff $8 Groups of 10 or more* $5 Non-AU Students* $2 Ashland University Students w/ ID* *For REDUCED TICKETS - AU STUDENT ($2), CHILDREN ($5) and GROUP of 10 or more ($8) - Call Box Office, 419.289.5125. *ASHLAND.EDU/THEATRE <http://www.ashland.edu/theatre>* Ashland University Department of Theatre continues its 2016-2017 season in "Pursuit of Happiness" with the hard-driving musical fable *Pippin*. Assistant Professor of Theatre Robert Sean Parker makes his Ashland directorial debut with Dr. Rowland Blackley as the music director and Katie Zareki, the choreographer. *Pippin* is about a prince in search of the secret to true happiness and fulfillment. With the help of a mysterious troupe of players, Prince Pippin dreams of finding his “Corner of the Sky.” However, he fails in battle, sexual entanglements, revolution, political empowerment, and pastoral life, but the players keep him “On the Right Track.” *Pippin* opened on Broadway in 1972 under the direction and choreography of award winning risk taker, Bob Fosse with a Commedia dell’Arte concept. The revival directed by Diane Paulus kept the style of Fosse’s original choreography, but placed Pippen’s journey in a circus tent with high flying acrobatics. The revival went on to win the 2013 Tony Award for Best Musical Revival. Parker explains his connection with the musical saying, "I love this show for many reasons, but I mostly love it for its powerful message. It is funny, bold, dark, and mysterious. It lavishly satirizes our fanaticisms and at the same time exposes our vices. It ridicules our obsessions with sex, war, religion, and politics. It also encourages us to look at our own lives." The role of Prince Pippin will be played by Jacob Ellis (Bellevue) as he is manipulated by the lead player portrayed by Logan Anne Baker (Reynoldsburg). Deric Dove (Newark) is Pippin's father, King Charles, while Hannah Wise (Hartville) and Jake Riley (Wooster) are Queen Fastrada (Pippin's stepmother) and her son Lewis, respectively; and Andrea Disch (East Liverpool) plays Pippin's Grandmother Berthe. Maya Rickard (Wooster) plays Catherine, Pippin's love interest, and Daylie Rickard, a Northwestern Middle School student, is Theo, Catherine's son. The cast for the show's ensemble comprised of the King’s army, monks, nobility, peasants, and the Players include Drew Berlin (Barberton), Nik Demers (Shelby), Sami Eron (Brighton, Michigan), Rachel Parfitt Kelly (Columbus), Alli Lange (Mansfield), Waylon H. O'Donnell (West Sunbury, Pennsylvania), Kathleen Thompson Parker (Ashland), Laramie Roush (Gallipolis), Megan Saupé (Fairfield), Ceyanna Stasick (Sullivan), Morgan Tinnirello (Middleburg Heights) and Rebecca Young (Sherwood, Oregon). The production staff includes J. Michael Desper as the scenic and sound designer and technical director while students Elizabeth Grace Davis (Solon) and Seth Morrison (Millersburg) are the costume and lighting designers, respectively. Patricia E. Lanious is the show's production manager; Justin Bilewicz, costume studio manager; Jessica Dupee (Wellington), stage manager; and Ivey Buffenmyer (Ashland), assistant stage manager.

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Auditions for COMEDY OF ERRORS at Ohio Shakespeare Festival,
by via NEohioPAL 30 Jan '17

30 Jan '17

Ohio Shakespeare Festival (Akron, indoors at Greystone Hall) is holding auditions for several roles in our next production of Comedy of Errors, performing April 14-30. See below for rehearsal dates and avaliable roles. No additional AEA contracts avaliable for the productions. All actors paid. To request an audition, send headshot and resume to [ tess(a)ohioshakespeare.com ]( mailto:tess@ohioshakespeare.com ) Dromio (Syracuse & Ephesus) double-- (Hispanic male, 20-40) This production does not break down the roles of Dromio of Ephesus and Syracuse in the traditional way. This actor will be the "double" for Ernie Gonzalez, who plays both our Dromios (Syracuse and Ephesus). Whenever the two characters share the same scene, the double will take over one of the roles. This is particularly relevant in the final scene of the show, but also includes several other scenes throughout. Antipholus (Syracuse & Ephesus) double--(Caucasian male, 20-40) This production does not break down the roles of Dromio of Ephesus and Syracuse in the traditional way. This actor will be the "double" for Joe Pine, who plays both our Antipholi (Syracuse and Ephesus). Whenever the two characters share the same scene, the double will take over one of the roles. This is particularly relevant in the final scene of the show, but also includes several other scenes throughout. Luciana--(any race/ethnicity, female, 18-40) Adriana's younger and sweeter sister, who Antipholus of Syracuse loves upon sight. Luce--(any race/ethnicity, female, 16 or older) A comedic servant from the house of Antipholus of Ephesus. Courtesan--(any race/ethnicity, female, 18-50) A courtesan from Ephesus who demands payment in the form of a ring from the wrong Antipholus. First Merchant--(any race/ethnicity, male or female, 18 or older) Part of a trio (with Second Merchant and Angelo) who demand payment from the wrong Antipholus. Ensemble--(any race/ethnicity, male or female, 16 or older) Rehearsals (not all actors called to all rehearsals): March 19, 7-10 March 20, 7-10 March 21, 7-10 March 22, 7-10 March 25, 12-5 March 26, 7-10 March 27, 7-10 March 28, 7-10 March 29, 7-10 April 1, 12:00-5:00 April 2, 7-10 April 3, 7-10 April 4, 7-10 April 5, 7-10 April 8, 12-5 April 9, TECH 7-10 April 10, TECH 7-10 April 11, TECH 7-10 April 12, TECH 7-10 April 13, TECH (Invited Dress) Performances: April 14-30 Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00pm Sundays at 2:00pm

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Seeking Hispanic actor for Comedy of Errors at Ohio Shakespeare Festival
by via NEohioPAL 30 Jan '17

30 Jan '17

Ohio Shakespeare Festival in Akron is looking to cast a Mexican/Latino/Hispanic actor for Comedy of Errors for the part of Dromio. This production does not break down the roles of Dromio of Ephesus and Syracuse in the traditional way. See below for a brief description of the role. Please reach out if you have other questions. All actors paid a stipend. Email [ tess(a)ohioshakespeare.com ]( mailto:tess@ohioshakespeare.com ) with resume and headshot to request an audition. This actor will be the "double" for Ernie Gonzalez, who plays both our Dromios (Syracuse and Ephesus). Whenever the two characters share the same scene, the double will take over one of the roles. This is particularly relevant in the final scene of the show, but also includes several other scenes throughout. Rehearsals begin March 18, performances Fridays-Sundays April 14-30. See below for more specific dates/times. Rehearsals: March 19, 7-10 March 20, 7-10 March 21, 7-10 March 22, 7-10 March 25, 12-5 March 26, 7-10 March 27, 7-10 March 28, 7-10 March 29, 7-10 April 1, 12:00-5:00 April 2, 7-10 April 3, 7-10 April 4, 7-10 April 5, 7-10 April 8, 12-5 April 9, TECH 7-10 April 10, TECH 7-10 April 11, TECH 7-10 April 12, TECH 7-10 April 13, TECH (Invited Dress) Performances: April 14-30 Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00pm Sundays at 2:00pm

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CVLT in February: "Moonlight" final weekend, Valentine concert, open auditions, free improv night
by Andrew Rothman via NEohioPAL 30 Jan '17

30 Jan '17

Chagrin Valley Little Theatre February Events Moonlight and Magnolias <http://www.cvlt.org/87thSeason/moonlight.php?utm_source=monthlymail&utm_med…> Watch the video! <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uzkUwbVtbKQ> FINAL WEEKEND! Friday February 3 Saturday February 4 Five weeks into the filming of MGM's *Gone with the Wind*, producer David O. Selznick fired the clueless original director and brought in 'script doctor' Ben Hecht to fix the awful screenplay. But Hecht had never read the novel! Ron Hutchinson's farce, based on historical events, follows the frantic five-day session in which Selznick, Hecht, director Victor Fleming, and assistant Miss Poppenghul hammered out a legendary new script. "The care and thought put into this production makes it easy to forget that you are sitting in a community theater, let alone one with 'Little' in its title." ~ Eric Kish, Cleveland Jewish News *Details & Tickets »* <http://www.cvlt.org/87thSeason/moonlight.php?utm_source=monthlymail&utm_med…> No RSVP Required <http://www.cvlt.org/improv.php?utm_source=monthlymail&utm_medium=email&utm_…> (Improv Night) Thursday, February 9 at 8 PM CVLT's resident improvised theatre group, RSVP, hosts the first of their monthly improvisation evenings. At this casual event held on the second Thursday of each month, troupe members will present improvised scenes in a relaxed environment that will allow for audience participation and discussion. Refreshments will be available. If you haven't made it out for one of RSVP's shows, if you'd like to learn more about improvisation, or if you just want to hang out with some fun people, join us in the upper floor of the Neff Building (above our new Box Office). *No tickets are required. *A $5 donation to CVLT's Putting It Together <http://www.cvlt.org/campaign.php?utm_source=monthlymail&utm_medium=email&ut…> campaign is requested. Valentine's Day Extravaganza <http://www.cvlt.org/87thSeason/cfso-valentine.php?utm_source=monthlymail&ut…> Friday, February 11 Maestro Steve Eva and the Chagrin Studio Orchestra present their second annual benefit concert, featuring internationally renowned pianist Dmitri Levkovich and the Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto #3. 5:30 - Pre-Concert Private Party at Imagery Gallery (Limit 50!) 7:30 - Concert of romantic repertoire with Dmitri Levkovich 9:00 - After-party with food and drink, plus even more live music! Tickets are $75 ($100 with pre-show party). Valet Parking Included. *Details & Tickets »* <www.cvlt.org/87thSeason/stpatricks.php?utm_source=monthlymail&utm_medium=em…> Open Auditions <http://www.cvlt.org/auditions.php?utm_source=monthlymail&utm_medium=email&u…> February 5 & 6 : *SEX WITH STRANGERS* <http://www.cvlt.org/auditions.php?utm_source=monthlymail&utm_medium=email&u…> A drama by Laura Eason. Performances in April/May. March 27 & 28 : *DROP DEAD* <http://www.cvlt.org/auditions.php?utm_source=monthlymail&utm_medium=email&u…> A murder mystery / farce by Billy van Zandt and Jane Milmore. Performances in June. For complete details on these and all auditions, visit www.CVLT.org/auditions <http://www.cvlt.org/auditions.php?utm_source=monthlymail&utm_medium=email&u…> Coming Up in March <http://www.cvlt.org/auditions.php?utm_source=monthlymail&utm_medium=email&u…> St. Patrick's Day: When Irish Eyes Are Smiling <http://www.cvlt.org/87thSeason/stpatricks.php?utm_source=monthlymail&utm_me…> Friday, March 17 at 6:00 PM RSVP Marches On (Improv Show) <http://www.cvlt.org/improv.php?utm_source=monthlymail&utm_medium=email&utm_…> Friday, March 10 & 11 at 8:00 PM Little Shop of Horrors <http://www.cvlt.org/87thSeason/littleshop.php?utm_source=monthlymail&utm_me…> Friday, March 24 - April 22 ------------------------------ Connect with Us: Facebook/ChagrinTheatre <http://www.facebook.com/chagrintheatre> Twitter @ChagrinTheatre <http://www.twitter.com/chagrintheatre> Instagram @ChagrinTheatre <http://www.instagram.com/chagrintheatre> Contact Info: Web: www.CVLT.org <http://www.cvlt.org?utm_source=monthlymail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=fe…> Phone: *440.247.8955* Email: *cvlt(a)cvlt.org <cvlt(a)cvlt.org>*

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Olde Towne Hall presents The Music Man
by Lenny Putz via NEohioPAL 30 Jan '17

30 Jan '17

Olde Towne Hall Theatre presents Meredith Willson's "The Music Man". February 17, 18, 24, 25, March 3, 4, 10, 11 at 7:30 pm and February 26 at 3:00 pm. Adults $15; Seniors and Children $12. Call 440-327-2909 for tickets. The theater is located at 36119 Center Ridge Road, just west of Rt 83 in North Ridgeville. The Music Man follows fast-talking traveling salesman, Harold Hill, as he cons the people of River City, Iowa into buying instruments and uniforms for a boys' band that he vows to organize, this, despite the fact that he doesn't know a trombone from a treble clef. His plans to skip town with the cash are foiled when he falls or Marian, the librarian, who transforms him into a respectable citizen by curtain's fall. Lenny Putz <http://www.lifelinesmedia.com/> Lifelines Media LLC North Ridgeville, Ohio Vision Around the Globe 216.224.8941

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This Weekend at The West Theater in Barberton Ohio
by via NEohioPAL 30 Jan '17

30 Jan '17

ALIEN TRESPASS AT THE WEST THEATER IN BARBERTON The movie ALIEN TRESPASS will be showing at The West Theater on Friday and Saturday, February 3rd and 4th at 8:00 and 10:00. ALIEN TRESPASS is an exciting and entertaining homage to the great science-fiction movies of the 1950s, the post-war boom period when the country was filled with great hope and prosperity and, at the same time, lived under the threat of nuclear annihilation. Tickets are $5.00 for Adults, $3.00 for Children and Senior Citizens. Next weekend if the 3 STOOGES FILM FESTIVAL. Over 4 hours of Stooges mayhem. Weather permitting there will be pie fights before the film on each day. Friday, 2/10 at 8:00 and Saturday, 2/11 at 2:00. Tickets are $10.00 for Adults, $8.00 for Children and Senior Citizens. We are still looking for talented people to compete in the First Annual Barberton’s Got Talent Show to be help Friday and Saturday, March 3rd and 4th. A link to enter can be found on the website. More information on the web site thewesttheater.com or by calling the theater at 330-548- 2104.

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Near West Theatre presents: THE WIZ
by Kelcie Dugger via NEohioPAL 30 Jan '17

30 Jan '17

Near West Theatre presents: THE WIZ February 10-19, 2017 Adapted from "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz" by L. Frank Baum Book by William F. Brown Music & Lyrics by Charlie Smalls Join arms and "Ease On Down the Road" with Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tinman & Lion! "Freedom, you see, has got our hearts singing so joyfully!" THE WIZ is an urbanized retelling of L. Frank Baum's classic 1900 children's novel The Wonderful Wizard of Oz in the context of the modern African-American experience. It stormed onto Broadway in 1978 with the energy of a Kansas twister and a score featuring rock, gospel and soul music. Winner of 7 Tony Awards including Best Musical! Later came a film version starring Michael Jackson and Diana Ross and recently THE WIZ was performed on NBC Live. This timeless tale of Dorothy's adventures in Oz is entertainment magic and meaningful for the whole family. A fantasy for today; mysterious, opulent and side-splittingly funny. Come 'Ease on Down the Road' with our large multi-racial youth cast of 9-15 year olds, and re-discover how leaving home can change our ideas of life and the world we live in forever...and for the better. Performances: February 10, 11, 12, 17, 18 & 19, 2017 (Fri. and Sat., 7:30 p.m.; Sun., 3 p.m.) Tickets can be purchased at www.nearwesttheatre.org<http://www.nearwesttheatre.org>, or by calling our Box Office at 216-961-6391 from 11am-4pm M-F. Accessibility notes: Near West Theatre's new home is fully accessible! Dedicated spaces will be available to view the performance from a wheelchair.

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