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Review of "The Diary of Anne Frank" at Cleveland Play House
by Bob Abelman 28 Oct '17

28 Oct '17

CPH’s ‘The Diary of Anne Frank’ so much more than a memorial Bob Abelman Cleveland Jewish News, The News Herald, The Morning Journal Member, International Association of Theatre Critics It’s not often that we go to the theater to feel anguish, futility and the sorrow that stems from inconceivable inhumanity. We typically go to the theater to escape those feelings. But Francis Goodrich and Albert Hackett’s dramatization of the writings of a 13-year-old diarist is built for that very purpose. “The Diary of Anne Frank” offers a first-person account of how Anne, her family and a handful of acquaintances survived in hiding for two years in Nazi-occupied Amsterdam before their capture. And it asks us to never forget. By rediscovering and publishing her now-famous diary after the war, Anne’s father lifted the young girl from among the six million Jews killed by the Nazis and turned her, for many, into the innocent face and hopeful voice of the Holocaust. The play opened on Broadway in 1955 and won a Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award. In 1959, the play was turned into an Oscar-winning film. In 1997, for a Broadway revival, “The Diary of Anne Frank” was adapted by Wendy Kesselman, who removed much of the pandering sentimentality and placating melodrama of the original work and reasserted the historic Anne’s darker vision, unflattering disclosures, budding sexuality, as well as the diary’s overt Jewishness. And in the Cleveland Play House’s revisiting of this play – having staged the earlier incarnation during its 1958-1959 and 1996-1997 seasons – director Laura Kepley finds all its dramatic beats and very human moments, and turns what could easily be an historical re-creation or revered testimonial into a resonating piece of theater. For more of this article, go to www.clevelandjewishnews.com/columnists/.

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Rhythm Nation: Bollywood!
by Andrea Belser 28 Oct '17

28 Oct '17

Rhythm Nation: Bollywood Mondays November 6, 13, and 20 at 8pm at the Olmsted Community Center "Rhythm Nation" is a dance class series for people with NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY who would like to explore the many genres that dance has to offer. We explored a vast variety of dance styles so far; now we groove into the high energy fusion of Indian dance and hip hop with Bollywood! Led by Guest Teaching Artist Chitra Subramanian. RSVP today at AmalgamArtsWellness(a)outlook.com<mailto:AmalgamArtsWellness@outlook.com> or click the Facebook link below. Olmsted Community Center 8170 Mapleway Drive https://www.facebook.com/events/741696222682714/?ti=icl Sponsored by Amalgam Arts & Wellness RSVP by emailing us at AmalgamArtsWellness(a)outlook.com<mailto:AmalgamArtsWellness@outlook.com> or click the Facebook link above. PS: Missed a session you wanted to try? No worries! We offer private and semiprivate sessions. Also check out Rhythm Nation: Nontraditional Partnering on Saturdays in December with Guest Teaching Artist Erin Pennebaker! Visit our website at www.AmalgamArtsWellness.com<http://www.AmalgamArtsWellness.com> for more information. Find us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter @AmalgamArtsWell and Instagram @AmalgamArtsWellness! And ask about joining our email list! Sincerely, Andrea Belser McCormick Performing Artist/Instructor and Reiki Practitioner www.AndreaRBelser.com<http://www.AndreaRBelser.com> www.AmalgamArtsWellness.com<http://www.AmalgamArtsWellness.com> Get Outlook<https://aka.ms/qtex0l> for iOS

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Regular Submission Deadline Short. Sweet. Film Fest.
by Short. Sweet. 28 Oct '17

28 Oct '17

Trick or Treat! The regular submission deadline for the 2018 Short. Sweet. Film Fest. is October 31st at 11:59pm! Submit your short film here: http://shortsweetfilmfest.com/how-to-submit/

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THIS IS A SAFE SPACE! and ABORTIVE (Kent State University)
by Peter Fields 28 Oct '17

28 Oct '17

Kent State University School of Theatre and Dance Black Box Series presents *THIS IS A SAFE SPACE!* *by Peter Fields* *directed by Libby Jackson* *This is a premiere performance *featuring* Grace Hunt Marcello Valletta *-and-* *ABORTIVE* *by Caryl Churchill* *directed by Tekla Gaughan* *choreographed by Aveena Sawyer* *Contains sensitive subject matter *featuring* Mikaela Ray Andy Simmons Victoria Clement Matthew Smettana *November 6 - 7, 2017* *7:00 pm FREE ADMISSION* *Both shows play together on both nights.* *Erdmann-Zucchero Black Box Theatre* *Center for the Performing Arts* *1325 Theatre Drive, Kent Campus* *Kent, Ohio 44242* *Click Here to go to Kent State's 2017-2018 Black Box Series web page. <https://www.kent.edu/theatredance/2017-2018-black-box-series>* *Synopsis* *This is a Safe Space!* Two parents from separate families meet in the principal's office to discuss an altercation between their sons. While they await the principal's arrival, the parents begin a conversation which reveals the true nature of their sons' embroilment and threatens to destroy the very foundation of their core beliefs. *Abortive* Roz and Colin are having a difficult time with sex, largely because of an invisible yet forbidding barrier between them. Roz became pregnant after being raped and had an abortion. Roz is not sure she made the right decision and Colin is not altogether convinced his wife was raped…

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THEATRE AUDITIONS FOR VIRTUAL DEVOTION NOV. 28 & 29 AT KENT STATE UNIVERSITY AT STARK
by Newberg, Brian 28 Oct '17

28 Oct '17

THEATRE AUDITIONS FOR VIRTUAL DEVOTION TAKE PLACE NOV. 28 & 29 AT KENT STATE UNIVERSITY AT STARK Auditions open to students and community members (JACKSON TOWNSHIP, OH, Oct. 27, 2017) – Kent State University at Stark Theatre has announced open auditions for its second theatrical production of the season, Virtual Devotion by Eric Coble, a member of the Playwrights’ Unit at Cleveland Play House. Directed by Kent State Stark Associate Professor of Theatre and Theatre Director Brian Newberg, Virtual Devotion transports audiences to Armageddon. Three characters, Pete, Anne and Ruth – all members of a broken family – attempt to sell their faith to nonbelievers in various, and sometimes violent, ways, as a last-ditch effort to save souls, including their own. Through a series of ironic, laughable and most unfortunate events, all of the characters, including the returned Son of God, Jesus Christ, find one another on the Home Shopping Network selling religious artifacts. Now reunited, is it too late to stop the end of the world? Auditions for Virtual Devotion are open to everyone, including students and members of the community. Kent State Stark Theatre encourages diversity in casting. Auditions will be held at 6 p.m. Nov. 28 and 29 in the Fine Arts Theatre, 6000 Frank Ave. NW in Jackson Township. Roles are available for three men and three women. No children. Those auditioning may perform a prepared monologue, if they wish, and the director may also choose sides (selected scene excerpts). The production will be performed at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 23-24 and March 2-3 and at 2 p.m. Feb. 25 and March 4, when ASL interpretation will be provided. Rehearsals may begin Dec. 18-21; followed by a holiday break, resuming Jan. 3, and will occur five evenings a week until opening. Visit www.kent.edu/stark/theatre-auditions<http://www.kent.edu/stark/theatre-auditions> for more information about auditions for this production. Roles Pete: A televangelist who preaches violence against sinners, until he contracts the plague. Anne: A young telemarketer trying to raise funds to provide the book of Job to children in Sudan. Ruth: A cynical woman, until she sees the face of Ezekiel the prophet in her tapioca pudding. Jesus Christ: The returned Son of the Living God. Lil: A telephone confession operator (actor also plays the roles of Rach, Peg and Joy). Zach: A fabulous reverend for the Happy Halo ministry (actor also plays roles of Mark, Seth, Luke). Actors also will be asked to play roles of various offstage callers, including TV announcers, etc. Scripts (and audition sides or scene excerpts used for the auditions) are available for periods up to 24 hours in advance from the Fine Arts secretary by calling 330-244-5151 during business hours Monday through Friday. Audition appointments are recommended, but not required. Scripts and audition sides also will be available in the reserve area of the Learning Resource Center. To learn more about Kent State Stark’s Theatre Department, visit www.kent.edu/stark/theatre<http://www.kent.edu/stark/theatre>. ###

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Schedule your PIANO TUNING for the Holidays - online.
by David Spondike 28 Oct '17

28 Oct '17

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Professional Headshots
by Gregory Pendolino 28 Oct '17

28 Oct '17

Need Headshots? I have worked with so many talented screen and theater actors in the area. To see a collection of these headshots please use this link: https://www.pendolinophotography.com/portfolio/portraits/headshots/ My recent favorites are at the bottom of the page. Here are my rates: $100 for one client on location (outdoor setting) $150 for two clients on location (You're only paying $75 each!) $200 for one client in studio $300 for two clients in studio (Only $150 each for studio!) Proofs emailed to you within 24-48 hours of our shoot. The best part is YOU OWN THESE! That means you can print them whenever and wherever as often and as much as you need to. For more details please go here: http://www.pendolinophotography.com/rates-booking-info I'm sure if you're involved in film or theater in Northeast Ohio we already have quite a few common friends so please feel free to like me on Facebook or follow me on Instagram. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PendolinoPhotography/ Instagram: #GregoryPendolino Personal Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Gregory.Pendolino Thanks!

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Show Choir Auditions !!!
by Vicki Fritzman via NEohioPAL 28 Oct '17

28 Oct '17

Steppin' Out Women's Show Choir will begin holding auditions in September. Auditions will be for all voicings and will consist of a song of your choosing as well as a portion of a dance number that will be taught on sight. Rehearsals are Wednesday evenings at the Olmsted Community Church in Olmsted Falls. Steppin' Out does a fundraiser every May to benefit a charity in the immediate community. This talented group also performs at assisted living venues, monthly meetings, Christmas parties and community events. Steppin' Out is non profit and our ladies volunteer their time for the love of singing and dancing as well as helping out the community. Please call Carol at 216-251-9596 for an audition time and more information about the group. Thank You! Vicki

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Impeach Trump: Sign the Petition
by Fred Sternfeld 27 Oct '17

27 Oct '17

Hi, I just signed Tom Steyer’s petition demanding that Congress take action and impeach Donald Trump. Trump has taken money from foreign governments, obstructed justice at the FBI, and even brought us to the brink of nuclear war. We need to impeach our dangerous president. Will you join me and help us reach reach one million signatures by adding your name to the petition today? Just click here to sign on: https://action.needtoimpeach.com/act-og1-t2?sc=ema_s-og1-t2 Thanks!

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AUDITIONS ON NOVEMBER 4TH FOR A FEATURE FILM (PAID ROLES)
by Mod Boonyakanoke 27 Oct '17

27 Oct '17

It is a movie, with substance and an entertaining value, that I hope can inspire many people or provoke the thoughts of people who can’t be inspired. A blend of true story and fiction. A movie with meaningful emotional experiences that mirrors our humanity. A small portion will be shot in Thailand. It will be professionally produced to be submitted to the Sundance Film Festival. MALE ROLES - age 28-65 FEMALE ROLES - age 28-65 Please send pictures of your headshot, and full body with no touch-up or photoshop, and (*important*) a DEMO REEL or something that I can see your performance so I can see what role you will suit. Thank you. Send to: modboonyakanoke(a)gmail.com

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