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Review of the Ohio Shakespeare Festival's "Camelot"
by Bob Abelman 08 Dec '17

08 Dec '17

OSF’s ‘Camelot’ offers too few brief shining moments Bob Abelman Cleveland Jewish News, The News Herald, The Morning Journal Member, International Association of Theatre Critics On the surface, it does not seem that large a leap for the Ohio Shakespeare Festival to go from Lear to Lerner and Loewe. With a wardrobe closet chockfull of chainmail and flowing gowns, an arsenal of medieval weaponry and a seasoned ensemble with Old English accents ever at the ready, the OSF’s production of “Camelot” seems to have all the necessary fixings for this classic musical. But it doesn’t. For more of this article, go to www.clevelandjewishnews.com/columnists/.

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Jazzy Christmas - FREE Concert
by Timothy Cochran 08 Dec '17

08 Dec '17

*“A Jazzy Christmas” Free Concert* Friday, December 8, 2017 at 7:30 p.m. Saint Martin's Episcopal Church 6295 Chagrin River Road, Chagrin Falls <https://maps.google.com/?q=6295+Chagrin+River+Road,+Chagrin+Falls&entry=gma…> Featuring Gateway Band/Vocals: Jennifer Cochran, Sax: Chris Burge, Piano: LR Smith, Bass: George Lee, Drums: Mike Janowitz Secular Sessions It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year………..Eddie Pola/George Wyle Winter Wonderland…………………….….……Dock Smith/Felix Bernard The Christmas Song…………………………Mel Torme/Bob Wells Let it Snow! Let it Snow! Let it Snow!............Sammy Cahn/Jule Styne Wassail Song…………………………….English Traditional Introspective Interludes Little Drummer Boy………Katherine Davis/Henry Onorati/Harry Simeone Fum, Fum, Fum…………..Traditional Spanish Dance Carol In the Bleak Midwinter…..…Christina Rossetti/Gustav Holst Some Children See Him……………….Alfred Burt Joy to the World……….Isaac Watts/Lowell Mason Cool Christmas I’ll be Home for Christmas…………Kim Gannon/Buck Ram/Walter Kent Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer..................Johnny Marks Merry Christmas Darling….Richard Carpenter /Frank Pooler/Arr. Anders & Anstrom Jingle Bells…………………………………Arr. Jeffrey Marlowe Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas……….Hugh Martin/Ralph Blane Regards, Tim %/\%/\%/\%/\%/\% Timothy Cochran Cell 440-527-4726 timothy.c.cochran(a)gmail.com

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Subject line: Knight Training! Swordplay workshop for 9-13 y/o at Ohio Shakespeare Festival
by ryanzarecki 08 Dec '17

08 Dec '17

Swordplay workshop for ages 9-13, Saturday December 16, 2:00-4:00pmOhio Shakespeare Festival103 S. High Street Akron, 44308 (Greystone Hall)1-888-718-4253 or https://www.showclix.com/event/knight-training1 Calling all Knights of the Round Table! Join us on the Henry C. Bishop stage to train with King Arthur's noble Knights...then stay for the show that evening! Sir Lionel and Sir Lancelot--two of Arthur's most courageous knights--will train you in arts of swordplay and chivalry. Sign up now to and use your "might for right!" $60 student registration includes a two hour swordplay / stage combat workshop, a student ticket to the performance of CAMELOT that evening, and a special backstage invitation to observe the actors' "fight call" before the show. Workshop from 2:00-4:00pm, fight call begins at 7:15, performance starts at 8:00. Details will be emailed to you the week of class. After purchasing registration, you may call 330-374-7574 to reserve your free student ticket and to purchase adult companion tickets for the performance. Or simply speak to the box office on the day of the workshop. Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone

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Tickets available for Xmas Carol @ the Ohio Theater
by donihndsm＠aol.com 08 Dec '17

08 Dec '17

6 premier seats in the upper side Loge ( stage right ) for the performance of A Christmas Carol on Saturday December 16th @ 7:30 pm...... 2 seats Row A 2 seats Row B 2 sears Row C I will also include a parking pass to the Playhouse parking garage ( currently sold out ) Cost: $300. for all...will not sell separately...sorry! Don Mannarino

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$5 tickets when you donate to Providence House!
by TCT Intern 08 Dec '17

08 Dec '17

Join us this Saturday at 7PM and "Don't be a Scrooge!" Bring us an item from the Providence House wish list and your ticket will be $5 (one ticket per item): http://www.provhouse.org/donate/donate-items Mr. Scrooge's Ghosts (a Dickens of a Tale) November 25th through December 17th, 2017 Fridays 7PM; Saturdays 2PM & 7PM; Sundays 2PM Ohio Savings Pay What You Can Series performances Sunday, November 26th; Friday, December 1st; Friday, December 8th; & Friday, December 15th Buy Tickets Now: http://talespinnerchildrensthe atre.org/performances/scrooges-ghosts.htm Ask about group rates! Email kc.tctorg(a)gmail.com for information on a holiday outing you won't forget! About the tale: In this imaginative re-telling of Dickens's well-known classic, "A Christmas Carol," we get to hear the Ghosts' side of the story. Why Scrooge? What's so important about this one decidedly cranky, miserly man? And what's in it for the ghosts? Find out the answers to all of these questions (and so much more) in this riotously funny, surprisingly surprising take on everyone's favorite Holiday story. You and the family will leave feeling jollier than a wreath made of holly, and filled with Holiday cheer. By Michael D. Sepesy Movement and Direction by Alison Garrigan Cast: Davis Aguila John Busser Katelyn Cornelius Tim Pringpuangkeo David Munnell Chris Walker Carrie Williams Marketing and Box Office Talespinner Children's Theatre *2017 Season* *Red Onion, White Garlic (a Tale of Indonesia) *April 8 - 30 by David Hansen, directed by Katelyn Cornelius *Sundiata (a Tale of Mali) *June 10 - July 2 by Nina Domingue Glover, directed by Nina Domingue Glover & Nathan Lilly *The Rainbow Serpent (A Tale of Aboriginal Australia) *Sept. 16 - Oct. 8 by Christopher Johnston, directed by Alison Garrigan *Mr. Scrooge's Ghosts (A Dickens of a Holiday Tale) *Nov. 25 - Dec. 17 by Michael Sepesy, directed by Alison Garrigan Reinberger Auditorium | 5209 Detroit Ave. - Cleveland, Ohio 44102 | 216.264.9680 www.talespinnerchildrenstheatre.org

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High School Girls Auditions for Spamalot at Saint Ignatius
by David Hoover 08 Dec '17

08 Dec '17

*High School Girls Needed for Monty Python's Spamalot at Saint Ignatius High School* *Auditions: Monday 12/11 at 4:00 pm (Dance) | Tuesday 12/12 at 3:30 pm (Singing) | Thursday 12/14 at 4:00 pm (Callbacks, If Needed)* *All auditions will be held in the school's Breen Center for Performing Arts (2008 West 30th Street, Cleveland OH 44113)* Saint Ignatius High School invites all high school girls (whether at a public or private institution) to audition for its spring musical, *Monty Python's Spamalot. **The show runs March 23-25, 2018.* Details are below. If any interested students (or parents) have any questions, they are most welcome to Email the drama program's new director, David Hoover, at dhoover(a)ignatius.edu. *Spamalot Character Breakdowns for Women* *THE LADY OF THE LAKE*: A Diva. Strong, beautiful, possesses mystical powers. The leading lady of the show. Great singing voice is essential, as she must be able to sing effortlessly in many styles and vocal registers. *THE LAKER GIRLS:* There is *a lot* to do as a Laker girl, including cheerleading, Vegas showgirl-type dancing and various minor pivotal roles throughout the show. You'll on stage a lot. *All Laker Girl choreography will be done by Ms. Allison Goodwin, Monsters Hockey Girl and Miss Ohio 2015.* *Important Info* *Audition Info:* Monday, December 11 at 4:00 pm in the Breen Center—*Dance Audition*. Bring comfortable clothing and shoes, as well as your headshot and CV (resume). You don’t need any choreographed material ahead of time; we’ll teach it to you. Tuesday, December 12 from 3:30-6:30 pm in the Breen Center—*Singing Audition*. Prepare 32 bars of a song that shows your vocal range and acting ability. Please bring the sheet music in the correct key for our accompanist. This is your chance to sell yourself. Since the singing audition takes the place of your monologue, make sure you are presenting a real, interesting and hilarious character. Thursday, December 14 at 4:00 pm in the Breen Center—*Callbacks*. If you aren’t called backed, that does not mean you aren’t cast. We just may not need to see you. If you are called back, we’ll have sides for you to read. *Rehearsal Schedule *Mondays and Wednesdays, 3:30-6:30 pm; Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:00-7:00 pm. One Friday rehearsal: March 16. One Sunday rehearsal: March 18, double run through. Rehearsals are mandatory. We respect your free time and will not take advantage of it. At the same time, when you’re here, be here. You do not need to be present if we are not working on your scene that day. Let us know at your audition of any possible conflicts. We will be breaking down our rehearsal days based on what works best for the cast and production team. *Process and Concept **Spamalot* is just…fun. If you want to cry in a corner and break our hearts, audition for next year’s fall play. This show should feel like a party…high energy, funny, irreverent, meta. Our rehearsals will reflect this: we are going to be working hard, yes, but we’re going to have a blast doing it. Expect different themed rehearsal nights, lots of music and dancing, cast and crew outings, etc. *Production Staff *Mr. David Hoover '03, * Director*Mr. David Croglio *, Vocal Director*Mr. Dan Hamlin *, Music Director*Ms. Jennifer Justice *, Choreographer*Ms. Allison Goodwin *, Laker Girl Choreographer*Mr. Tobias Peltier, * Technical Director*Mr. Dave Gannon*, Producer* _______________________________ David Hoover '03, M.A. *Fine Arts Teacher* *Drama Director* *Assistant Speech Coach* 216.651.0222 ext. 480 <(216)%20651-0222> dhoover(a)ignatius.edu www.ignatius.edu <http://ignatius.edu> Saint Ignatius High School 1911 West 30th Street Cleveland, Ohio 44113

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Berko review: ON YOUR FEET: THE EMILIO AND GLORIA ESTEFAN BROADWAY MUSICAL @ Connor Palace
by Roy Berko 08 Dec '17

08 Dec '17

*••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••* *CAPSULE JUDGEMENT: The Cuban-American success story is everything that Trump and his cronies say doesn’t and shouldn’t happen. Long live immigrants and their success stories! “On Your Feet” is a joyous must see journey, with an infectious musical beat! I dare you not to be standing, clapping and singing during the curtain call.* *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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Ohio Shakespeare COSTUME SALE this Saturday, Fill a bag for $20
by Tess Burgler 08 Dec '17

08 Dec '17

Don't forget to join Ohio Shakespeare Festival this Saturday, December 9 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for our Costume Sale! Peruse boxes and racks full of vintage, costumes, and more! 103 S. High Street Akron 44308, Greystone Hall 6th floor And, as an added bonus, we've decided to bring back this steal of a deal from last year: Fill a large garbage bag for $20, or a small bag for $10! (Some larger items will still be individually priced.) We're clearing out: - Vintage - Costumes - Accessories - Fabric--bolts for crafters and scraps for quilters! We will also have merchandise from local artists (handcrafted leather goods from The Buckle and Rose, jewlery, bath products from The MacBath, and more). Some china a crystal also for sale. Find more details at https://www.facebook.com/events/132701207391455/

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CPT Now Accepting Station Hope 2018 Proposals
by Andrew Valdez 08 Dec '17

08 Dec '17

Dear Northeast Ohio artists, CPT is beginning to plan the fifth annual Station Hope event - a free multi-arts event that celebrates the triumphs of the Underground Railroad, Cleveland's social justice history and contemporary struggles for freedom and justice. The format of Station Hope includes multiple stages with 10-15 minute pieces performing simultaneously throughout the evening. This year, Station Hope will be a massive community celebration at and surrounding Ohio City's historic St. John's Church - Cleveland's only authenticated Underground Railroad site - on May 5th, 2018. CPT is looking for artists, performance groups, choirs, and organizations to create original work and perform at this powerful event. Performances can range from site-specific plays, actors in character wandering through the event, or your church choir singing. We are also seeking visual artists who are interested in creating community generated art and installations. Click here for the Station Hope 2018 Request for Proposals and Application.<http://www.cptonline.org/news/uncategorized/station-hope-2018-request-for-p…> There will be a Station Hope informational meeting this Saturday, November 18th at 11 am in CPT's Church. We will be discussing how Station Hope has worked in the past, how it will work this year and sharing information about the application process. If you would like to attend, please RSVP by November 16th to CPT's New Play Associate at avaldez(a)cptonline.org<mailto:avaldez@cptonline.org>. Proposals are due on Monday, December 11th, 2017. We hope you can be a part of this incredible event! Andrew Aaron Valdez New Play Associate Cleveland Public Theatre p: 216.631.2727 x242 e: avaldez(a)cptonline.org<mailto:avaldez@cptonline.org>

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CPT Accepting Proposals for 18/19 Season from Local Artists
by Andrew Valdez 08 Dec '17

08 Dec '17

Dear Northeast Ohio artists, CPT is planning the 2018/2019 Season, and we are reaching out to you for great ideas. CPT is focused on new work that is surprising, unexpected and somehow outside the realm of conventional theatre. CPT is looking for proposals from Northeast Ohio artists for complete projects. Proposals may be for world premieres, second or third US productions, radical re-envisioning of classic plays or other projects. The show could be your own show or a script you would like to work on. Based on the success of past co-productions and our New Play Development series, we are also interested in creating opportunities for artists and groups that would like to retain greater ownership of projects and who can share risk with CPT. BEFORE SENDING A PROPOSAL: * Take time to look at CPT's recent seasons-these are excellent examples of our programming choices. Click Here for the Season Archive<http://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/>. * Get a sense of CPT's aesthetic and artistic sensibility-if you haven't seen a lot of shows at CPT, talk to people who have. * CPT has a culture of doing a lot with a little and production budgets are modest. Keep in mind CPT's financial limitations. * If this is a new/original project, think through its current state of development-is it still in early development or at the right moment for full production? SUBMITTING A PROPOSAL Proposals of complete projects should be 1-3 pages long, not including script or work samples, and must include: * A one page summary of the project: including why this project fits CPT's mission and why it's important to you as an artist. * Your sense of what state the project is currently in and a general plan to bring it to completion. * A resume for all primary artists involved. * Additional materials that will help us get a sense of the project: copy of the proposed script, a sample of past work, video, etc. Please mention if you are interested in co-producing options. DEADLINE FOR PROPOSALS IS MONDAY, DECEMBER 18TH, 2017. If you are submitting an idea for a play that is already written by an outside artist, please keep in mind that others may be proposing the same script-in other words suggesting a script does not mean you have dibs on doing it at CPT. Please be aware that CPT does not comment on why proposals are not selected. We occasionally make subjective artistic suggestions related to a project if we are asked to give feedback. Please send your proposals electronically to CPT's New Play Associate, Andrew Valdez at avaldez(a)cptonline.org<mailto:avaldez@cptonline.org>. Subject line: Your Name and "Season Proposal" - for example: Jane Smith, Season Proposal. Please post videos to VIMEO or other website and send a link with the proposal. Andrew Aaron Valdez New Play Associate Cleveland Public Theatre p: 216.631.2727 x242 e: avaldez(a)cptonline.org<mailto:avaldez@cptonline.org>

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