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Fall Roundtable Series Continues Tues 10/24!
by Playwrights Local 23 Oct '17

23 Oct '17

Playwrights Local Presents FALL ROUNDTABLE SERIES Free readings of new plays Tuesday evenings at 7:00 pm Tickets or reservations not required Featuring works by: Rannigan Walsh Cynthia Dettelbach Edward J. Walsh Mary E. Weems, Ph.D. INFO: http://www.playwrightslocal.org/fall-roundtable-series/ ======================================== October 24 GERMAN LESSONS Written by Cynthia Dettelbach Directed by Tim Tavcar As a manufacturer of crucial airplane parts for the Wehrmacht, Jurgen Klaus and his wife Anke are wined and dined by the upper echelons of Nazi society. After a series of troubling incidents involving his Jewish employees, Jurgen decides to help these people, an effort his beloved younger wife seeks to thwart. Once the reasons for her opposition are revealed, her marriage and the lives of a Jewish family hang in the balance. ======================================== November 7 STRANDED Written by Edward J. Walsh Directed by Tim Tavcar Vickie Schultz. a reporter, is not happy. Let go by her newspaper in Cincinnati, she found a new job in New Jersey, leaving behind her family, friends, and a cheating fiancé. Vickie has been told she’ll be assigned to a breaking story about the Mayor and his newly-appointed female Police Chief. Instead, she is suddenly made to cover the arrival of a whale on the New Jersey shore — a huge sperm whale, like Moby Dick. The sooner this whale returns to the ocean or dies, the sooner Vickie can get back to her Mayor’s story. But the struggling whale’s plight won’t be resolved quickly. Vickie’s career ambitions become jeopardized, her past haunts her, and she blames the whale for being too stupid to head for deep water. ======================================== November 14 HEY SIRI Written by Mary E. Weems, Ph.D. Directed by Michael Oatman A Black Iraqi war veteran, a Black agoraphobic, and a white former doll hoarder are saved by their cell phones. ======================================== VENUE Creative Space at Waterloo Arts 397 E. 156th Street, Cleveland, OH 44110 PARKING Street parking on Waterloo and surrounding roads and in public lots on Waterloo Road. Note: No public parking in the lot adjacent to the Creative Space on E. 156th Street.

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Prodigal Son Productions "Presents" Open Auditions for "Ain't Too Proud to Beg"
by Tammi Powell 23 Oct '17

23 Oct '17

*Prodigal Son Productions* *“Presents”* *Open Auditions for* *“Ain’t Too Proud to Beg”* Prodigal Son Productions, is holding Open Auditions for “Ain’t Too Proud to Beg” by Mike Matthews *Saturday, October 28, 2017* East Cleveland Public Library 14101 Euclid Avenue East Cleveland, OH 44112 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm Lower Auditorium Must be 18 years of age Please bring a headshot and bio to auditions. *Rehearsals:* Rehearsals will be 2 Saturdays a month 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm. New dates will be added closer to show. *Characters * *Husband* *Wife* *Wife’s sisters (2 sister-n- laws)* *Wife’s ex-boyfriend & a friend of husband* *Husband’s younger Brother* *Husband’s co-worker (male)(like a brother)* *Slick trickster (male)* *Mother-in-Law 1 (Husband’s mom)* *Mother-in-Law 2 (Wife’s mom)* *Mother-in-Law’s husband (the script doesn't say he is the father)* *Friend of ex-boyfriend (male)* *Female friend of younger brother* *Girlfriend of the friend* *Lesbian* *Bi-sexual woman* If you have any questions feel free to contact us at prodigalsoncle(a)gmail.com. We look forward to connecting with you at auditions! Facebook: Prodigal Son Productions Cleveland Instagram:@pspcle _

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AUDITIONS: A Christmas Carol Dinner Theater, Geneva-on-the-Lake
by Noble Art 23 Oct '17

23 Oct '17

Date: Sunday October 29th Time: 12-5 PM Place: The Historic Oak Room 5475 B Lake Road East Geneva-on-the-Lake OH 44041 Noble Art Entertainment is seeking actors/singers of all ages for it's 11th annual production of Charles Dickens "A Christmas Carol". This original interactive show has become a yearly tradition for many guests, regularly selling out most performance dates. Our heartwarming retelling of the classic holiday story includes a great deal of audience interaction. The actors carry their characters off the stage and into the audience as the dinner servers, literally surrounding the guests with the show. Strong character portrayals and the ability to interact and improvise with the audience is key. ALL roles are available including; Ebenezer Scrooge, Jacob Marley, The Ghosts of Christmas, The Cratchit family, the Feziwigs, Belle and many, many more. *Auditionees should prepare a 1 minute monologue of any style or period and a short A cappella song. Everyone will also be asked to read from prepared sides.* Please bring any possible rehearsal schedule conflicts*.* Rehearsals run: November 3rd - 30th Tuesdays 7-10PM Fridays 7-10PM Saturdays 12-5PM Tech week November 27-30, 7-10PM each night. Show Dates: *December 1,2,3, 8,9,10, 15,16,17, 22,23* ALL roles are paid and any characters that are asked to help serve food or drinks will also receive a share of tips. Email: *noblearttheater(a)gmail.com <noblearttheater(a)gmail.com> to schedule an appointment time.* www.NobleArtEntertainment.com <http://www.nobleartentertainment.com/> 440-536-5139 <(440)%20536-5139>

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Behind the Scenes at CPH for "The Diary are Anne Frank"
by Natasha Fly 23 Oct '17

23 Oct '17

InsideCPH - Behind The Scenes MONDAY, NOVEMBER 6 | 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM Middough Building (Playhouse Square) Amy Fritsche (These Mortal Hosts) is an Assistant Professor of Acting and Musical Theatre at Kent State University as well as being a highly accomplished actress. In this hands-on workshop, participants will gain insight into Amy's physical approach to her characters and discover how this approach can unlock the inner-life of a character like the selfless Miep Gies she is portraying in The Diary of Anne Frank. TO RSVP FOR FREE, FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW: https://goo.gl/KyLKbE Behind-the-Scenes are engaging, informative - and FREE - opportunities for audiences to gain insight into the artistic process of Cleveland Play House actors and directors, and each of these intimate sessions is tied to the action on our stages. Whether it's a performance workshop, an enlightening discussion, or a demonstration of musical chops, you'll get a chance to rub shoulders with the talented performers you'll see right here at CPH.

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The King & I Auditions
by Marc Howard 23 Oct '17

23 Oct '17

*AURORA COMMUNITY THEATRE* Auditions for: *THE KING & I* Dustin Oliver, Director Tim Shaffer, Music Director Amie Wesley Gable, Choreographer D. Keith Stiver and Marc C. Howard, Co-Producers *When*: Sun. Jan. 14th 2-4 pm Children’s Audition, 6-8 pm Adult Audition Mon. Jan. 15th 7-9 pm Adult Audition Sun. Jan. 21st 6-8 pm Callbacks *Where*: 115 E. Pioneer Trail, Aurora, OH 44202 *Looking for:* Ages 9 through Adult *What to Prepare: *Please bring a resume, headshot and 16-32 measures of a Classic Broadway song not from the show, prepare your sheet music for an, accompanist. No acapella or taped music. If invited to callbacks, scene work, choreography, and further music will be given. *Rehearsals:* Will begin Sun. March 4th *Performances:* April 27th – May 19th Fri. & Sat. Evenings 8 pm and Sun. Matinee 3 pm May 6th & 13th For questions or further information, contact the director at dustinmoliver(a)gmail.com *The King and I * * Character Descriptions* *King of Siam* – Male (stage age 40s-50s), Baritone (C3-E4), philosophical, progressive, though somewhat temperamental and stubborn, he leads his country into a new age with one foot still in the old one. Songs include, “A Puzzlement,” “Song of the King,” and “Shall We Dance.” Asian accent. Dancing involved. *Anna Leonowens* – Female (stage age 30s-40s), Soprano (B3-D5), high-minded yet compassionate, she takes on the ancient traditions of Siam as a teacher in the Royal Court. Songs include, “Whistle a Happy Tune,” “Hello, Young Lovers,” “Getting to Know You,” “Shall I Tell You What I Think of You,” and “Shall We Dance.” High British accent. Dancing involved. *The Kralahome* – Male (stage age 40s-50s), non-singing, authoritative and loyal, he looks out for the King’s best interest while serving as his right-hand man. Asian accent. *Captain Orton* – Male (stage age 40s-60s), non-singing, veteran English sea captain, protective of Anna and her son, Louis. May be cross cast. Scottish accent. *Sir Edward Ramsay* – Male (stage age 30s-40s), non-singing, well-mannered English official with a keen interest in Anna from his youth. May be cross cast. High British accent. Dancing involved. *Lun Tha* – Male (stage age 20s), Tenor (C3-G4), emissary of the Prince of Burma who falls helplessly in love with his country’s “present” to the King, Tuptim. Songs include, “We Kiss in a Shadow” and “I Have Dreamed.” Asian accent. Dancing involved. *Tuptim* – Female (stage age 20s), Soprano (C4-G5), idealistic and rebellious, she is a “present” from the Prince of Burma who falls for his emissary, Lun Tha. Songs include, “My Lord and Master,” “We Kiss in a Shadow,” “I Have Dreamed,” and “The Small House of Uncle Thomas” (narrator). Asian accent. Dancing involved. *Lady Thiang* – Female (stage age 40s), Mezzo-Soprano (C#4-G5), curious and insightful, she is one of the King’s many wives and the mother of the crowned prince, Chulalongkorn. Songs include, “Something Wonderful” and “Western People Funny.” Asian accent. Dancing involved. *Prince Chulalongkorn* – Male (stage age 11-12), High Tenor (G3-A4), intelligent and opinionated, he is the crowned prince of Siam who constantly questions the world around him. Songs include, “The Royal Bangkok Academy” (ensemble) and “Reprise: A Puzzlement.” Asian accent. Dancing involved. *Louis Leonowens* – Male (stage age 9-10), High Tenor (G3-B4), the dutiful son of Anna, he quickly makes friends with Prince Chulalongkorn as he stands in awe of his new surroundings. Songs include, “I Whistle a Happy Tune,” “The Royal Bangkok Academy” (ensemble), and “Reprise: A Puzzlement.” High British accent. Dancing involved. *The Interpreter* – Male (stage age 20s-60s), non-singing, a faithful servant of the King, he carries out his interpreter duties with fear and trembling. May be cross cast. Asian accent. *Phra Alack* – Male (stage age 20s-60s), non-singing, the King’s personal secretary. May be cross cast. Asian accent. *Princess Ying Yaowalak* – Female (stage age 9-10), a young daughter of the king and one of Anna’s pupils. Songs include, “The Royal Bangkok Academy” (ensemble) and “Getting to Know You” (ensemble). Asian accent. Dancing involved. *Royal Children* – Male/Female (stage ages 9-13), sons/daughters of the King and pupils of Anna. Songs include, “The Royal Bangkok Academy” and “Getting to Know You.” Asian accent. Dancing involved. *Wives* – Female (stage ages late teens-50s), wives of the King and mothers of the Royal Children whose ensemble numbers include, “The Royal Bangkok Academy,” “Getting to Know You,” “Western People Funny,” and “The Small House of Uncle Thomas.” Asian accent. Dancing involved. *Ensemble* – Male/Female (stage ages late teens-50s), slaves, servants, Amazons, dancers, priests, etc. Dancing/Singing involved.

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Storytellers summon 'Gods & Monsters' to Akron's Northside Arts District
by Wandering Aesthetics 23 Oct '17

23 Oct '17

> Wandering Aesthetics, Jilly’s Music Room and The Akronist are thrilled to announce the second Full Circle Storytelling event of the 2017 – 2018 season! > > Full Circle Storytelling is FREE and OPEN to the public. > > This Full Circle Storytelling event will be held on Wednesday, October 25 from 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm at Jilly’s Music Room located at 111 N Main St. • Akron, OH 44308. > > Registration is encouraged, (especially for storytellers), but not required. To register or for more information, please visit www.watheatre.com/fullcircle <http://www.watheatre.com/fullcircle>, email info(a)watheatre.com <mailto:info@watheatre.com> or call 330.612.3090. > > ABOUT THE EVENT > > "The importance of Full Circle cannot be overstated… Storytelling is such a healing and loving way to share with your community.” – Jennifer Betz > Open to all, Full Circle Storytelling events revolve around a prompt and the idea: everyone has a story. Sign up to tell a true story inspired by the evening’s prompt or just come to enjoy the evening! (No experience necessary.) Co-hosted by Wandering Aesthetics, Jilly's Music Room and The Akronist, this intimate evening of storytelling will conjure the spirit of community. > > Stories range from heart wrenching to hysterical – and everywhere in-between! > > THE PROMPT: ‘Gods & Monsters’ > We live in a land of “Gods & Monsters”. Some exist on a spiritual plane, some only in our minds, and some are all too human. Whatever form they take, it is undeniable that they walk among us. Join Wandering Aesthetics with emcee Roger Riddle (ArtsNow) to share a story about your Gods, your Monsters, or both. > > Prompt inspired by submission from: Orie Dean > > FULL CIRCLE STORYTELLING MISSION STATEMENT > > Full Circle is a successful monthly storytelling event open to the community. Telling their own true tales, Akronites place themselves at the center of their own life journeys. We use the art of narrative to ignite understanding between diverse peoples, building bridges– not walls– within our community.

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Up and Coming Recording Engineers and Color-Post Pros
by Shawn Rech 23 Oct '17

23 Oct '17

Transition Studios is an Emmy Award-Winning production company focusing primarily on documentary film and corporate video production. We're starting the process of building our own documentary post facility to handle both our high volume of films as well as outside projects. We'd like to provide both audio mastering (stereo and 5.1) and color-correction and FX. Our new Berea studio has room for an impressive Mastering Studio, and we're looking for an up-and-coming professional (maybe a prodigy? High Hopes) to be a part of our team. We're trying to get someone in early enough to have a say in equipment and software purchases, as well as room design. Interested candidates should send their resume to srech65 which is a gmail address. *Shawn Rech* *Transition Studios* 625 W Bagley Rd. Berea, OH 44017 440-864-5882 mobile

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REVIEW:"Waitress" @ Playhouse Square
by Laura Kennelly 22 Oct '17

22 Oct '17

Review of "Waitress" by Laura Kennelly “If music food pie be the food of love, play on” [alt-Shakespeare]. That could be the motif for “Waitress,” the first 2017-2018 Playhouse Square Broadway series production. Pie features prominently in this musical directed by Tony-Award winner Diane Paulus and featuring songs by Sara Bareilles and book by Jessie Nelson. It’s based on the 2007 film “Waitress” by Adrienne Shelly. This finely-crafted show in the Connor Palace opens the national tour of the Broadway hit that’s still playing in NYC. We may be in Cleveland, but we might as well be in New York as far as cast, sets, and performances go. “Waitress” revels in a slickly presented and sassy mix, blending song, great sets, recipes for imaginary pies, dancing, and sex into a sprightly musical event. For the rest go to artstillmatters.com [http://artstillmatters.blogspot.com/ ] Laura Kennelly 440- 973-6636 Berea, OH 44017 Cool Cleveland Reviews <http://coolcleveland.com/search/laura+Kennelly> artstillmatters.com <http://artstillmatters.blogspot.com/>

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Berko review: IN THE CLOSET @ convergence continuun
by Roy Berko 22 Oct '17

22 Oct '17

*•••••••••••••••••••••••••••* *Capsule Judgement: “In the Closet” is not a great play, but it is a script that incites a great deal of thought. It gets a very creditable production at con-con.* *To read the entire review go to: **www.royberko.info* <http://www.royberko.info>* to read the capsule judgments of the other Cleveland reviewers go to: **www.clevelandtheaterreviews.com* <http://www.clevelandtheaterreviews.com> <http://www.clevelandtheaterreviews.com> *••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••*

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Fwd: AUDITIONS --- KRINGLE'S INVENTIONASIUM EXPERIENCE
by MrKringle Jobs 22 Oct '17

22 Oct '17

*Mr. Kringle & Company* Auditions For *KRINGLE'S INVENTIONASIUM* Original Characters By: Michael Chiappe Directed By: Cory Markowitz *MASCOT OPEN CALL* Monday October 23rd 7pm-9pm Tuesday October 24th 7pm-9pm Wednesday October 25th 7pm-9pm *REHEARSALS* Rehearsal Period: Sunday October 29th- November 12th Sundays 6-10pm *PREVIEWS (Mandatory)* November 12, 14, 16 5pm-8pm *PRODUCTION DATES*November 18, 19, 25, 26 December 2-3, 9-10, 16-17, 20-23, 27-30 10am - 8pm, 10am - 7pm Sundays November 24 December 1, 6-8, 13-15 3pm - 8pm December 24 10am - 3pm *COMPENSATION* Hourly compensation for performing $10hr / A Full-Time Mascotaverages $2,500/season *FLEXIBLE SCHEDULING* **** You Do Not Need To Be Available All Production Dates to Participate**** Full days, Half days, All days, Most days, Some days *ABOUT THE PRODUCTION* Audiences are invited inside Mr. Kringle’s top secret toy lab to work with his kooky inventing team, create toys and help prepare for the holiday season. Mayhem ensues and guests search for clues and hidden messages that eventually lead them to Mr. Kringle’s study for a personal visit. Kringle’s Inventionasium is an interactive theatrical experience that offers performers the unique opportunity to develop, inhabit and live out their characters authentically, in a very magical way. Perform, interact, engage, joke and play with audiences inside a 7,500 sq ft fully-themed fantasy world. This highly acclaimed theatrical experience celebrates its 11th magical year in Downtown Cleveland. Don’t miss your chance to be a part of it! Kringle’s Inventionasium® attracts diverse families from all across the country and boasts one of the "Best Santas in the U.S.” according to *TIME.com* <http://newsfeed.time.com/2013/12/09/these-are-the-11-best-santas-in-the-u-s…> *ROLES AVAILABLE* All roles open to ages 18+ *LOCATION* Kringle’s Inventionasium is located on Level 1 inside Tower City Center at 230 W Huron Rd. Cleveland, OH 44113. *AUDITION PREPARATION* Ø Current headshot and resume Ø Dress for movement *A qualified Performer would meet the following criteria:* Ø Outgoing personality Ø Character actor Ø Thrives in ensembles Ø Excellence in performing and sustaining funny voices or accents Ø Ability to engage crowds with honest enthusiasm Ø Loves working with families and children Ø Willing to make a difference in a guest’s experience Ø Comfortable performing in a fast-paced environment Ø Available to perform flexible hours, including weekends and holidays Ø Reliable transportation *Questions? Contact Stage Manager Tiffany at tiffanymarietrap(a)outlook.com <tiffanymarietrap(a)outlook.com>* *Mr. Kringle & Company* *PRODUCTION TEAM* Director – Cory Markowitz Character/Costume Designer – Michael Chiappe Artistic Director – Jimmy Langa Stage Manager – Tiffany Trapnell Hospitality Director – Jake Hastings Photography Director – Sybella Rein Human Resources Director – Greg Markowitz This casting notice was posted by: The Mr. Kringle Company, LLC

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