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BIG STORIES little actors @ FRENCH CREEK
by fctheatre 21 Nov '17

21 Nov '17

BIG STORIES little actors November 28th, 3:15pm-4pm Sign your mini-actor up for a free, performance-based, interactive program for children Preschool through 1st Grade. Activities and games will focus on introducing attendees to movement, rhythm, drama and character. Pre-register here<https://reservations.metroparks.cc/programs/48178/> by 11/26. For more information call (440) 949-5200 Ext. 226. French Creek Theatre<http://metroparks.cc/theatre.php> 4530 Colorado Ave Sheffield Village, 44054

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ELEMENTARY ACTING at FRENCH CREEK
by fctheatre 21 Nov '17

21 Nov '17

ELEMENTARY ACTING This three-week class will introduce students to the fundamentals and skills of acting onstage. Grades 2-5 Wednesdays, 5pm-6pm 11/29, 12/6, 12/13 $15 Pre-register by 11/27. For more information or to register visit here<https://reservations.metroparks.cc/programs/48179/> or call (440) 949-5200 Ext. 226 French Creek Theatre<http://metroparks.cc/theatre.php> 4530 Colorado Ave Sheffield Village, 44054

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CHILDREN OF EDEN AUDITIONS IN 2 WEEKS!
by fctheatre 21 Nov '17

21 Nov '17

French Creek Theatre<http://metroparks.cc/theatre.php> announces auditions for... CHILDREN OF EDEN Book by John Caird Music and Lyrics by Stephen Schwartz Based on a concept by Charles Lisanby Orchestrations by Bruce Coughlin and Martin Erskine Directed by Nate Sayatovich Musical Direction by Anthony Trifiletti In the beginning, Adam and Eve live in a state of perfection with their Father. But when they eat from the Tree of Knowledge, their disobedience sets off a powerful chain of events spanning generations, and leaves the far reaches of their bloodline searching for the way back to Eden. Forbidden fruit, floods, and forgiveness come together for this sweeping musical saga based on the book of Genesis. PERFORMANCES March 9-25, 2018 Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30PM Sundays at 3:00PM AUDITIONS Saturday, December 2, 11:00AM-3:00PM Sunday, December 3, 6:30PM-8:30PM BY APPOINTMENT. Call (440) 949-5200 to schedule a 5-minute slot. Actors should prepare one 32 bar selection in the style of the show. Accompanist provided. This production is committed to a multigenerational and multicultural cast. Children and persons of color are encouraged to audition. All actors cast receive a stipend. Questions, for more info or to schedule an audition call (440) 949-5200. Children of Eden Is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.MTIShows.com<http://www.MTIShows.com> CHARACTER BREAKDOWN Father Protective, loving, and reminiscent of God. Vocal range top: A5 Vocal range bottom: G3 Adam / Noah Adam: Eve's bright and childlike partner. He is initially devout to Father and loving to his wife & children. Later plagued by guilt. Hard-working and reserved. Noah: rough but simple. He is unsophisticated and shrewd, but also warm and loyal. He builds the ark to save his family and honor Father. Vocal range top: A5 Vocal range bottom: A3 Eve / Mama Eve: curious and questioning, smart and excited. Chose an imperfect life of knowledge over a perfect life of innocence. Mama: Noah's wife and inherently motherly. She possesses a gentle strength, is reassuring, and serves as the mediator of the family. Vocal range top: A5 Vocal range bottom: G3 Cain / Japheth Cain: Abel's older, adventurous brother. Follows in his mother's footsteps and longs for the companionship of other humans. He is strong, stubborn, and independent. Japeth: in love with Yonah and is willing to sacrifice his life to be with her. He is Noah's youngest son. Clever, rebellious, stubborn. Vocal range top: A5 Vocal range bottom: B3 Abel / Ham Abel: Cain's younger and more conservative brother who follows the "rules". He chooses his parents over Cain. Ham: Japeth's middle brother and Aphra's husband. He is not as docile as Japheth, nor as hot headed as Shem. Looks up to and follows Shem's lead. Vocal range top: G5 Vocal range bottom: B3 Seth / Shem Seth: Adam and Eve's third son and their family's second chance at life. He is innocently adventurous. Shem: the oldest of Noah's three sons. Married to Aysha, he is impulsive, strong, and hot-tempered. Vocal range top: E5 Vocal range bottom: B3 Aphra Ham's pregnant wife. Longs for the flood to be over and is constantly worrying. Vocal range top: E5 Vocal range bottom: B3 Aysha Shem's wife. Cynically bitter and constantly accusing those aboard the ark. Vocal range top: E5 Vocal range bottom: B3 Yonah Noah's servant who falls in love with Japheth and becomes his wife. A descendent of Cain. She is strong, yet humble, kind, and smart. Vocal range top: G5 Vocal range bottom: G3 Young Cain The older of the two brothers. Is curious and questioning like his mother. Intense. Age: 10 to 13 Vocal range top: D5 Vocal range bottom: B3 Young Abel The younger of the two brothers. Favors his father in personality. Obedient and devout. Age: 8 to 11 Vocal range top: D5 Vocal range bottom: B3 Ensemble Family members, children, storytellers

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Winnie-the-Pooh Auditions Dec. 4 & 5
by Wanda Wareham 21 Nov '17

21 Nov '17

The Fine Arts Association announces auditions for Winnie-the-Pooh Lyrics by A. A. Milne & Kristin Sergel Music by Alan Jay Friedman Adapted by Kristin Sergel Presented by The Yarnell Youth Theatre Company Directed by Justin Steck Music Direction by John Krol Choreography by Jennifer Justice Casting Information: Cast of approximately 13-20 Open to ages 8-18 (must be 8 years old by the first rehearsal) All roles available. No AEA contracts available. Audition Dates: Monday, December 4, 2017 beginning at 6:30 pm in the Corning Auditorium Tuesday, December 5, 2017 beginning at 6:30 pm in the Corning Auditorium Callbacks, Wednesday, December 6, 2017 - by invitation only Rehearsals begin - Tuesday, December 12, 2017 - 6:30 pm (no rehearsals December 19-January 1) Rehearsals will GENERALLY be Sundays 1:00-3:30 pm, Mondays thru Thursdays 6:30-9:00 pm. Performance Dates: February 16 - March 4, 2018 Fridays at 7:30 pm, Saturday and Sundays at 2:00 pm. Two daytime performances on Thursdays, February 22 & March 1, 2018, at 11:00 am. Attendance required. Auditions by Appointment Only - Call Ann Hedger at 440-951-7500 x103 to schedule What to prepare: - Reading from script sides - Come prepared with a 16-32 bars of a standard Music Theatre song. - Bring sheet music in the proper key. - An accompanist will be provided. Singing acapella is discouraged. - Bring a detailed list of your conflicts beginning December 12, 2017. This includes any school activities/events, sports activities/events and classes you may be taking that would cause you to miss a scheduled rehearsal. All cast members must be available for tech week (February 11-15) and for all performances, including the two daytime performances. - Please bring a headshot (school picture or snap shot will do). - Resumes will be accepted (not required) Roles available: Christopher Robin - a small boy Winnie-the-Pooh - a teddy bear Piglet - a small pig Owl - an owl Eeyore - a donkey Kanga - a mother kangaroo Roo - her child Rabbit - a rabbit Animal 1 (small rabbit) Animal 2 (small skunk) Animal 3 (small rabbit) Animal 4 (small rabbit) Voice - the Narrator Extras (residents of the forest) Large singing and dancing ensemble including several small speaking roles. The Fine Arts Association 38660 Mentor Avenue Willoughby, OH 44094 www.fineartsassociation.org<http://www.fineartsassociation.org> Like Us on Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/TheFineArtsAssociation> | Follow Us on Twitter<https://twitter.com/TheFineArtsAssn> | Follow us on Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/fineartsassoc/> ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

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Spend Black Friday with CATS at Magnificat High School
by Dale Van Niel 21 Nov '17

21 Nov '17

*Magnificat High School * *presents* *CATS!* *Music by Andrew Lloyd WebberBased on ‘Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats’ by T.S. EliotDirected by Maryann Nagel and Choreographed by Jill Haller* *November 24 & 25 at 7:00pm and November 26 at 2:00pm* *Purchase tickets online at www.magnificat.tix.com <http://www.magnificat.tix.com/>* *Magnificat Center for the Performing Arts, 20770 Hilliard Blvd., Rocky River, OH* Based on T.S. Eliot's “Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats,” Andrew Lloyd Webber’s *CATS* is the winner of numerous awards including two Oliviers, a Grammy, and seven Tony awards including Best Musical. *CATS* tells the imaginative story of the annual gathering of the Jellicle cats, where one of them will be chosen to ascend to the Heaviside Layer to be reborn. Through song and dance, each cat tries to show the wise elder, Old Deuteronomy, that they are the most worthy of a new life. With its dazzling choreography, whimsical costumes and magnificent score, the show has endured for more than 30 years as one of the most breathtaking theatrical experiences of all time, becoming the second-longest running show in Broadway history, as well as a world-wide sensation. Purchase tickets online at www.magnificat.tix.com. For more information please contact Dale Van Niel at dvanniel(a)maghs.org. *Magnificat **High School, **a girls’ Catholic college-preparatory high school, **founded and sponsored by the Sisters of the Humility of Mary, **calls young women to live Mary’s Magnificat in the world.* *Women of Faith Who Learn, Lead, and Serve* *Dale Van Niel | Performing Arts Center Manager* 20770 Hilliard Blvd. | Rocky River, OH 44116 School: 440.331.1572 x284 | Fax: 440.331.7257 | Cell: 440.476.1198

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Thrive Arts Center Seeking Piano Instructor
by Rachel Stoneking 21 Nov '17

21 Nov '17

*Piano Instructor* Thrive Arts Center - Beachwood, OH 44122 *WE’RE SEEKING A PIANO INSTRUCTOR!* Thrive Arts Center is seeking a part-time piano instructor for beginning through advanced students. If you love seeing a child’s eyes light up through music, enjoy working collaboratively, and are open to a flexible learning environment for your students, we want to meet you! Please send your current resume with cover letter to team(a)thrivearts.center. For more information on job requirements and job description please view the full job posting here <https://drive.google.com/a/thrivearts.center/file/d/0B_Uf8xskep5aWEh3Z295RG…> . Rachel Stoneking Studio Facilitator Dance Program Coordinator Thrive Arts Center www.thrivearts.center p. 216.991.1063

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Closed - Next Level Improv Workshop Tuesday Nov. 28th
by Stephen 21 Nov '17

21 Nov '17

This Workshop has been Closed Stay Tuned for December's Workshop Next Level Improv Workshop Not your typical Improv Workshop With well-known Cleveland actor Leilani Barrett Tuesday, Nov. 28th, from 5:30p -9:00p Leilani Barrett will be having a "Next Level Improv Workshop". For this workshop, you do have to have some prior acting experience (TV/Film or Theater) this is not a beginners workshop. Want to take your improv skills to a whole new level then this is one workshop you don't want to miss. This one is sure to fill up fast so click below for more information and to register. https://www.pmtm.com/pmtm-workshops

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CASTING FOR SHORT FILM SERIES
by Carson Coombs 21 Nov '17

21 Nov '17

Casting 2 MALE roles for Elements with Four: The Search What the film is about: This show is about 4 teenagers. They all have different 'powers' and got them because of their past. Something happened to each of them, but they don't know what it is, they just know what their power is. they all meet each other and figure out they aren't alone, there are others that are in the same situation. Throughout the series, they try to figure out what happened to them to get their powers. Who we are looking to cast: oledius- (water) power is: speaking to the water & turns into a fish when touching water (male, age range 12-15, must look 14) kai- (earth) power is: can connect with the earth and can make minerals & gems out of anything (male, age range 14-16, must look 16) Who we are: A duo of high schoolers that have a passion for acting and directing. For more information about us and our projects: filmfreedom.weebly.com <http://filmfreedom.weebly.com/> Time commitment: We are waiting until we complete the cast before we start. We do know, for the most part, filming would take place on weekends being that we have school on weekdays. That schedule would be subject to change if needed. If interested, please email carson_coombs(a)yahoo.com <mailto:carson_coombs@yahoo.com> with your NAME, AGE, and a PHOTO of yourself if possible Thank you & hoping to hear from you! Carson Coombs & Jordan Meeker filmfreedom productions

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$20 BENEFIT performance: A CHRISTMAS STORY at CPH (11/30/17)
by Theatre 21 Nov '17

21 Nov '17

-------------------------------------- $20.00 BENEFIT Performance of Cleveland Play House’s “A CHRISTMAS STORY” Thursday, November 30, 2017 Please join in supporting Cleveland State University Theatre & Dance Students in a very easy way – by seeing a show! Not just any show, but a $20.00 Benefit showing of Cleveland Play House’s “A CHRISTMAS STORY” on Thursday, November 30! How does it work? Just purchase Benefit tickets using code “BENCSU” for the $20.00 BENEFIT showing of “A CHRISTMAS STORY” at Cleveland Play House on Thursday, November 30 at 7:30pm. These $20.00 BENEFIT tickets on this special one-night-only BENEFIT are over ½ off a regular ticket price, and proceeds from this performance go to SCHOLARSHIPS for CSU Theatre and Dance students. It’s a win-win: you get to see a great holiday show for a fraction of the cost, and CSU Theatre and Dance students get the benefit of a continued education through the generosity of patrons like you and from our partners at the Cleveland Play House. TO PURCHASE: Online: Visit www.clevelandplayhouse.com<http://www.clevelandplayhouse.com>, select the 11/30 date of the benefit and click “buy.” Then enter the promo code BENCSU in the “Enter Promotion Code:” section and click “GO.” Follow the instructions from there. Phone: Call 216-241-6000 and mention that you’d like the CSU Benefit price for the 11/30 Benefit Show date. Mention promo code BENCSU. In Person: Visit the Playhouse Square Ticket Office (in the State Theatre) and mention that you’d like the CSU Benefit price for the 11/30 Benefit Show date (use code BENCSU). On show night, tickets can be purchased right at the Allen Theatre Complex. All CSU BENEFIT SHOWS take place at the Allen Theatre Complex at Playhouse Square – 1407 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44115. For more information on Cleveland State University Theatre and Dance Benefits, visit: http://www.csuohio.edu/class/theatre-dance/csu-cph-benefits --------------------------------------

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AUDITIONS: Supporting Female Role for Student Film - Shooting This Weekend!
by Roman Macharoni 21 Nov '17

21 Nov '17

Cleveland State University Student and Alumni-run production company le Black Square Productions is seeking a female actress, 18-25, for a supporting role in our latest film, "Spectrum: A Color Commentary." Logline: A man writes a memoir of his past loves, each represented by a color of the rainbow, with personality traits closely associated with the colors, before finding and discovering what true love really is. Scenes with character ("Gina") will be shot Sunday, November 26, 4pm-8pm. Locations - 1547 Hillcrest Ave., East Cleveland, OH and exterior of The Grog Shop (2785 Euclid Heights Blvd, Cleveland Heights, OH). Script coverage: 1 1/8 pages. Role contains short kissing/making out scene with our lead actor. You will receive a copy of the script with your response.

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