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Cassidy Theatre: Nuncrackers, Opening Soon!
by The Cassidy Theatre 20 Nov '17

20 Nov '17

For Immediate Release: *Cassidy Theatre, Inc. Presents NUNCRACKERS: THE NUNSENSE CHRISTMAS MUSICAL!* *Ticketing* Adults: $20 Seniors/Students: $15 *Online:* https://cassidytheatre.ticketleap.com/nuncrackers/ *By Phone/In Person:* (440) 842-4600 M-T-Th-F, 9:30a - 3:30p SYNOPSIS: In Nuncrackers: The Nunsense Christmas Musical, the Reverend mother has built a Public-access television studio in the basement of the convent in order to film a holiday television special. The audience gets a behind-the-scenes look as everyone’s favorite nuns, Father Virgil, and four of Mount Saint Helen’s most talented students as they prepare for the show. The show features all new songs including Twelve Days Prior to Christmas, Santa Ain’t Comin’ to Our House, and We Three Kings of Orient Are Us. The show culminates in a wild spoof of Tchaikovsky’s classic ballet. Filled with typical NUNSENSE humor, this show will make you laugh, and tug at your heartstrings. It’s the perfect way to ensure that your holiday season is merry and bright!

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THIS WEEK Auditions for AIDA at Near West Theatre (For ages 9 to 15)
by Kelcie Dugger 20 Nov '17

20 Nov '17

Near West Theatre announces AUDITIONS for Aida Youth Cast (Ages 9 to 15) November 20, 21 & 22, 2017 Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday 7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Come one of these evenings. Plan to stay for the entire time specified. See list of roles below! Aida runs February 16, 17, 18, 22, 23, 24 & 25 2018 Rehearsals begin Monday, December 11, 2017 (Will break for holidays!) AUDITION SITE: Near West Theatre (6702 Detroit Avenue, Cleveland, OH 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 Winner of four Tony Awards including Best Original Score, Elton John's Aida tells of Egypt and Nubia, two Nile jewels rich with culture, wisdom, and wealth which are tarnished by the ugliness of war when the Egyptians conquer Nubia and take its citizens as slaves. Nubian princess Aida, stolen from her country, is torn between her love of her people, and a new love within arms that once were threatening. Is there a greater power than fear, hate, greed and war - something to unite these nations and preserve the unique beauty of both, and heal the hearts and minds that live in them? Today in 2017, our streets are still battlegrounds for diverse groups of people, struggling to be heard, to know justice and equality, to be recognized as fully American... to matter. Aida reminds us of the timeless nature of this struggle, and points to the heart as the place where all healing begins. With an unforgettable score featuring soaring ballads and rousing choral numbers by Elton John and Tim Rice (Jesus Christ Superstar, Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat), Aida is a modern crowd-pleaser - an epic tale of loyalty, pride, betrayal, and the love that transcends them all. Book by Linda Woolverton, Robert Falls & David Henry Hwang Music by Elton John & Lyrics by Tim Rice CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS Aida- A beautiful, brave Nubian Princess who is loyal to her people but is torn between her heritage and love for the Egyptian Captain, Radames. Daughter of King Amonasro. Radames- An Egyptian Captain and the son of Zoser. A strong, handsome, adventurous soldier who falls in love with Aida. Amneris- A beautiful and materialistic Egyptian Princess who is the betrothed of Captain Radames. Daughter of the Pharaoh. Mereb- A young Nubian slave and servant to Radames. He is faithful to his Nubian heritage and befriends Aida upon her arrival to Egypt. Zoser- The manipulative and evil Chief Minister hungry for power. He attempts to poison the Pharaoh. He is the father of Radames. Nehebka- A Nubian slave who is friendly with Aida. She creates a robe for the Nubian Princess. Pharaoh- The Leader of Egypt and father to Amneris. An older, distinguished soul. Amonasro- An honorable and peaceful man who is imprisoned by Egypt. The King of Nubia and father to Aida. Ensemble- Ministers, Soldiers, Egyptians, Palace Women, Nubians, Guards, Dancers

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CORRECTION! Post Thanksgiving Swing Dance with THE MOONSHINE RHYTHM CLUB FROM NASHVILLE Saturday, November 25th
by Valerie Salstrom 20 Nov '17

20 Nov '17

Has your interest in swing dancing been piqued recently? We can teach you the basics and then some the Saturday after Thanksgiving, November 25th! Learn how to jitterbug from 8-9 with Valerie Salstrom of Get Hep Swing. No need to have previous dance experience or bring a partner. This lesson is perfect for beginner through advanced dancers. Come to dance, to learn, to listen, to socialize! This event is a party with fun music and dancing! The cost is $12 per person. No discounts for this special event. No need to bring a dance partner as we rotate partners during the lesson. If you would prefer not to rotate, that is fine too. 9-12 The Moonshine Rhythm Club from Nashville hits the stage. Moonshine Rhythm Club brings old-school swing and jazz to life with joyful arrangements and energetic playing that makes this vintage music sound like it was written this morning. The boys seek out deep cuts from the 30s and 40s, take their favorite parts from classic big band recordings, and distill them into their signature sound. That sound draws on the guitar-driven, acoustic fire of gypsy jazz, as well as the slow burn and laid-back groove of later artists like Count Basie and Nat “King” Cole. On top of this lays classy and hip vocals with a lighthearted humor. Most of the band members grew up in the modern jazz scene. They loved the playful energy and improvisation of the music but eventually found it lacking in audience accessibility. They discovered a broad appeal in the trad jazz revival of New York, New Orleans and elsewhere, music filled with catchy melodies and a danceable, swinging groove. Rhythm guitarist Eddie Rutland, in the meantime, was immersed in the Lindy Hop dance scene, honing his rhythmic skills as an award-winning swing dancer and instructor. When he and lead vocalist/guitarist Ryan Leet decided to start a gypsy jazz band, they pulled in veteran bass and tuba player Eric Heveron-Smith, who has appeared with many of the notable bandleaders of the vintage swing renaissance, including Bria Skonberg, Michael Gamble, Jonathan Stout and Solomon Douglas. Heveron-Smith’s mellow vocals provide a perfect complement to the effortless cool of Leet’s voice. The addition of Charles Kay on sax and clarinet and Josh Irwin on electric archtop guitar solidified their American swing roots. Moonshine Rhythm Club has brought its energetic acoustic presence from its hometown scene of Nashville to festivals and dances around the country. They tour heavily, trying to bring vintage music to audiences both initiated and unfamiliar with jazz. Their regular street performances turn the heads and grab the hearts of passers-by. They have also done performances and educational workshops for kids, including a Christmas collaboration with the world-renowned puppeteers at the Nashville Library. Currently, the band is working on a series of EPs paying homage to bandleaders that have inspired them, beginning with Artie Shaw, Django Reinhardt and Count Basie. http://moonshinerhythmclub.com/ No need to make reservations or buy tickets in advance. We have some of the biggest swing dances in the area with over 150 people attending each month. Attendees have a variety of dance experience (including none) and come from all walks of life and ages. You will not need to bring a dance partner. We rotate partners during the dance lesson. How often do you get to meet 50-100 new people in under an hour? We provide the highest quality swing dance instruction from some of the nicest, most patient people you will ever meet. Our staff includes regional, national and international swing dance competitors (and winners) in multiple swing dance forms. We welcome anyone to join us who has an interest in dance, music, socializing and fun. We don't care what your physical ability or size is, where you are in life, where you are on the spectrum of sexual or gender orientation, what color or creed, or non-creed, you are. Are you a man who wants to learn how to follow or a woman who wants to learn how to lead? That's cool! This idea is not new to the swing dance scene. We are the easiest club to join. If you have an interest, you are in. :) We love spreading the gospel of swing dancing and we are excited to share the language and culture of this truly American, urban folk dance form with you. It is important for us to let you know that this dance style started in the African-American ballrooms of Harlem, New York in the late 1920s/early 1930s. This dance has a gritty earthiness that is incredibly empowering and joyful. We can't wait for you to experience this conversation of dance with us. Attire is anything from casual to dressy. The best shoes to wear are comfortable and will allow you to pivot and turn easily. The Waterloo Ballroom at the Slovenian Workmen's Home is located in the very artsy and lively Collinwood neighborhood. The address is 15335 Waterloo Rd, Cleveland, Ohio 44110. The Slovenian not only has a beautiful ballroom; they also have a well-stocked bar. They have alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks of all kinds for sale--including a very special Slovenian beer- Lasko! There will also be some sweet and savory snacks for sale as well. The sign for the Slovenian has been taken down so please look for the sign for Packy Malleys. Our entrance is just to the left of them. There are TWO parking lots to the right of the ballroom and there is also some street parking as well. We also have a security guard who keeps an eye on the hall and both parking lots. Please see www.GetHepSwing.com for the most up to date information on dances, bands playing at the dances, classes, private lessons, school programs, and special topic workshops. For more info email Valerie at info @ gethepswing.com. We make learning to partner dance easy and enjoyable.

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Seeking Choreographer for Oklahoma! at Hoban HS (Akron) (PAID)
by Brian Mueller 20 Nov '17

20 Nov '17

Archbishop Hoban High School in Akron, OH is in need of a choreographer for their spring musical, Oklahoma!. Show dates are March 15-18 (you will not necessarily need to be present for performances). Hoping to have the right candidate on board in time for auditions the week of December 4-8, 2017. Rehearsals begin in earnest in January. The ideal candidate would be a strong communicator, have experience with choreography in the style(s) of the show, can tell a story through dance, works well with high school students, can pass a background check, and has availability in the mid-afternoon at least a couple days a week (strong preference for candidates available most Mondays). This is a paid, one-time position. We do 1-2 musicals per school year and no regular choreographer currently, so this job may well open the door to future work for you as well. Interested candidates should send their information (contact, experience/background, maybe video samples or references/recommendations, availability) to director Brian Mueller (muellerb(a)hoban.org) by Wednesday, Nov 22nd. -- ~From the desk of Brian Mueller~ Choir and Drama Teacher Musical/Play Director

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Lakeland seeks a Lighting Designer for Merrily We Roll Along
by Martin Friedman 20 Nov '17

20 Nov '17

*Lakeland Civic Theatre* *Seeks a * *LIGHT DESIGNER* *Merrily We Roll Along* Music and Lyrics by *Stephen Sondheim* Book by *George Furth* Directed by *Martin Friedman* Musical Direction by *Jordan Cooper* Sound Designed by *Eric Simna* Choreography by *Jennifer Justice* Set Design by *Austin Kilpatrick* *The Position: * The position we are seeking is for a *lighting designer *to work with a wonderful group of people on the Lakeland Theatre's production of *Merrily We Roll Along. This play presents certain creative challenges that demand a person of not only a proven ability to collaborate, but also of using their design abilities to the utmost**. The theatre is a classic proscenium arch design which has it's idiosyncrasies; good and bad. * The position also includes a Head Electrician (to be hired by you). There is also a House Tech on premises. *The Play: Lakeland's production will open on February 2, 2018 and close on February 19. * *Merrily We Roll Along, *written in 1981, is based on a 1934 play by George S. Kaufman and Moss Hart. The musical (with a book by George Furth) was first produced in November of 1981, where it ran for 17 performances. Not very successful eh? It tells of the disintegration of the friendship of successful songwriter Franklin Shepard, his lyricist and best friend Charlie Kringas, and novelist Mary Flynn. The action moves backward through time, from 1976 to 1957. This is one of Stephen Sondheim’s most accessible and difficult scores. It is most certainly about friendship and its importance in the lives of three people. This show has great personal meaning to me. And while the book is problematic; I am confident that our production team and the actors that are cast can overcome this. This is one great play. *For more information please feel free to write me, Martin Friedman, Producer and Director, at martinfriedman98(a)gmail.com <martinfriedman98(a)gmail.com> or call at 216/233-5441 <(216)%20233-5441>. *

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Behind-the-Scenes of "A Christmas Story"
by Natasha Fly 20 Nov '17

20 Nov '17

InsideCPH - Behind-The-Scenes DIRECT CONTACT MONDAY, NOVEMBER 27 | 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM Middough Building (Playhouse Square) Join cast members from the Cleveland Play House production of A Christmas Story - Christopher Gerson "The Old Man" and Madeleine Maby "Mother" - in this hands-on interactive workshop! Though these actors are returning to familiar roles, every year means a new crop of talented young actors playing Ralphie, Randy and the rest. In this informative and engaging workshop, Christopher and Madeleine share their experiences with introducing new cast members to a perennial favorite. They'll also share with us the warm-ups and focus exercises that they employ to keep the show pitch-perfect night after night. TO RSVP FOR FREE, FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW: http://goo.gl/fCPPgB Behind-the-Scenes are engaging, fun - 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 rockin' demonstration of musical chops, you'll get a chance to rub shoulders with the talented performers you'll see right here at CPH. Meet the actors, learn something new, and have a great time with new friends, all for FREE!

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Prelude2Cinema on WKYC and your change to meet President Franks November 22nd at 7pm
by alexpmichaels＠prelude2cinema.com 19 Nov '17

19 Nov '17

Prelude2Cinema featured in a TV series on WKYC Emmy winning writer Alex P. Michaels, Cleveland Cinema Czar and founder of Prelude2Cinema was a guest on "The Ana Show" on WKYC in Cleveland. Sunday November 19th at 5:30am on WKYC Channel 3. Watch the episode here http://theanashow.com/2017/11/the-ana-show-live-from-a-turkey-farm/ Meet President Franks To be involved in a shoot for the series Wednesday November 22, 2017 RSVP here. It is a press conference involving President Franks who may or may not resemble a certain US President http://alexpmichaels.wixsite.com/prelude2cinema/single-post/2017/11/17/Pres… Real Press are Welcome. Space is limited so please RSVP. Thanks Sincerely, Alex P. Michaels Cleveland Cinema Czar Prelude2Cinema http://www.prelude2cinema.com "There are no Small Movies, Only Small Budgets" To join "The Prelude2Cinema Crusade for a Cinema Industry," visit http://prelude2cinema.com/wordpress2/join-our-crusade/

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Review of "The Hairy Ape" at Ensemble Theatre
by Bob Abelman 19 Nov '17

19 Nov '17

Ensemble Theatre’s ‘The Hairy Ape’ powerful but not poetic Bob Abelman Cleveland Jewish News, The News Herald, The Morning Journal Member, International Association of Theatre Critics By the time he wrote “The Hairy Ape” in 1921, Eugene O’Neill had tired of the literary naturalism of his earlier work. He was now venturing into a form of expressionism that inflates human pathos by layering characters’ speech with visceral and vivid poetry. It’s this poetry that an otherwise solid Ensemble Theatre production of this play mismanages. For more of this article, go to www.clevelandjewishnews.com/columnists/.

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Berko review: THE HAIRY APE @ Ensemble
by Roy Berko 19 Nov '17

19 Nov '17

*•••••••••••••••••••••••••••* *CAPSULE JUDGEMENT: Ensemble is to be praised for continuing to present classic theater to its audience. Whether “The Hairy Ape” was the best of the O’Neill play to select is questionable. For anyone who likes to be exposed to works by noted writers, and those who like to probe into the intellectual nature of the arts, the play may be of interest. * *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> *••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••*

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SAVE THE DATE: Auditions for 'Bach at Leipzig' at Coach House....
by JT 18 Nov '17

18 Nov '17

Coach House Theatre is seeking a diverse and absurd cast for the area premiere of ‘Bach at Leipzig', a hilarious farce by Itamar Moses Never heard of it? You're about to! The critics have said it's....“A fleet-footed, quick-witted, brain-teasing farce. It's a joy.” – San Francisco Chronicle “If you like super-smart silliness, be ready to laugh until your ribs are sore. A who's-on-first farce full of theatrical trickery and fizzy verbal slapstick.” – The Wall Street Journal (NOTE: Prospective diverse and absurd Stage Managers, Designers and Crews please email jtbuck(a)akronwomanscityclub.org with resume and availability.) Cast Requirements: You must be interested in playing for the fun, because our actors (at least currently) are volunteers. The production runs April 12th - 29th. If all goes well, perhaps longer. If all goes even better, perhaps shorter. Casting is open to all genders, races, religious ideologies, a wide variety of ages, and even those unusually susceptible to pollen. The Characters: JOHANN FRIEDRICH FASCH - organist and Kapellmeister at Zerbst, fifties. GEORG BALTHASAR SCHOTT - organist at the Neuekirche in Leipzig, fifties. GEORG LENCK - organist and Kantor at Laucha, late thirties. JOHANN MARTIN STEINDORFF - organist and Kantor at Zwickau, twenties. GEORG FRIEDRICH KAUFMANN - organist and Kantor at Merseburg, fifties. GEORG FRIEDRICH GRAUPNER - organist and Kapellmeister at Dramstadt, fifties. THE GREATEST ORGANIST IN GERMANY - organist and Kantor at Hamburg. The Georg's outnumber the Johann's 2 to 1! Auditions, by appointment: 11 am – 1pm. Saturday, January 27th 6pm-8pm. Sunday, January 28th Auditions will consist of 'cold' readings from the script. The colder, the better. To schedule, please sign up online at: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/508084facaf2aa6ff2-auditions Coach House Theatre is located 732 W. Exchange Street in Akron. In a very nice, old garage behind a very nice old mansion. Callbacks, only if needed, will be scheduled based on auditioner’s availability. About the Play: Leipzig, Germany — 1722. The top music gig in all of Germany is up for grabs. In an age where musicians depend on patronage from the nobility or the church, the post at a prominent church in a cultured city is a near guarantee of fame and fortune -which is why some of the candidates are willing to resort to any lengths to secure it. And we mean ANY. Featuring dazzling wordplay, a requisite number of doorslams, chases and hiding behind doors, and of course the glorious music of you-know-who.....BACH AT LEIPZIG is a fugue-like farcical web of bribery, blackmail, and betrayal set against the backdrop of Enlightenment questions about humanity, God, and art. Even more reviews! “The most stylish and substantive play based on classical music since Peter Shaffer's Amadeus .” – Ithaca Times "A funny, fiercely intelligent romp." – Los Angeles Times “A fleet-footed, quick-witted, brain-teasing farce. It's a joy.” – San Francisco Chronicle “If you like super-smart silliness, be ready to laugh until your ribs are sore. A who's-on-first farce full of theatrical trickery and fizzy verbal slapstick.” – The Wall Street Journal “A remarkably silly yet intellectually stirring comedy. Deserves to be a minor classic. Reaches for an ineffable beauty and mystery that is hard to shake.” – Queen Anne News “Lovely, wise, tender, strong, and the best play I've seen — or can imagine — by a young playwright.” – Chicago Reader “An intellectual fun-house of a play. With its wordplay, brainy allusions and virtuoso manipulations of artistic form, it has a 'look-Ma-no-hands' swagger. A poignant meditation on the artistic temperament and the transporting power of music.” – Washington Post “Itamar Moses' brainy comedy doesn't settle for cheap laughs, though it has a lot of them. He's got more — much more — on his mind...a look at pride, the meaning and duties of talent, and deep, discursive ruminations on whether music and people can — or should — evolve without spiritual faith.” – Seattle Weekly “Moses may be some kind of genius.” – Seattle Post-Intelligencer “Brilliant. What consistently amazes and delights is not just the wealth but the breadth of the intellectual fencing, which never misses a comedic beat. Moses reveals a remarkable ability to make a complex, intellectual play funny, with the feather-light touch of a modern Moliere.” –Shepherd Express Milwaukee Bach at Leipzig was first presented at Hangar Theatre in Ithaca, NY, in 2002. It was directed by Kevin Moriarty. The play was subsequently presented Off Broadway at New York Theatre Workshop in New York City in 2005. It was directed by Pam MacKinnon.

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