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James and the Giant Peach Jr Set for Sale
by Amanda Zisk via NEohioPAL 12 Mar '17

12 Mar '17

Buckeye Community Theatre in Medina is selling the set from their recent production of *James and the Giant Peach, Jr. *The set, including "peach-turntable" and false-proscenium are up for grabs. Set includes: Large (approx 12ft) turntable peach w/ center muslin canvas (for projections on the peach). Peach is weight bearing and secure! Wave/ Ocean flat proscenium pieces Orange/white moveable block Asymmetrical fences (Spiker/Sponge's decrepit garden) 4 luan trees The set is versatile and can be used in a variety of ways, and makes a great addition to any theatre space for this and future productions. Set will be available after April 2, 2017. Buyer is responsible for transport/pickup. Seeking $600 for the entire set, including projection design. Email director(a)bctohio.org or call 330-321-1679 if interested. Amanda Zisk Artistic Director Buckeye Community Theatre

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VENUS Opens This Thursday, March 16!
by Peter Fields via NEohioPAL 12 Mar '17

12 Mar '17

The Pan-African Theatre Ensemble http://www.the-pate.com/ http://www.facebook.com/thepateksu/ Presents *VENUS* by Suzan-Lori Parks in The African Community Theatre @ Kent State University Directed by D. Amy-Rose Forbes-Erickson http://www.facebook.com/thepateksu/ http://www.the-pate.com/ A satirical tale of agency, voyeurism, and a circus freak show. African Community Theatre (ACT) Oscar Ritchie Hall, Room 230 Department of Pan-African Studies Kent State University *March 16, 17, 18, 2017 –8pm and March 19, 2017 –2pm* *Talk Back on Saturday, March 18, 2017* Tickets: $10.00; KSU students enter free with ID - FlashPerks available Pre-sale tickets available - Rm 127 Oscar Ritchie Hall Tickets Available at the Door - One Hour Before Showtime Contact: The Department of Pan-African Studies, Kent State University Tel: (330) 672-2300 <(330)%20672-2300> and https: //www.kent.edu/pas/calendar-events

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3 weeks until Avenue Q auditions, sign up today!
by via NEohioPAL 12 Mar '17

12 Mar '17

Auditions for AVENUE Q Music and Lyrics by JEFF MARX & ROBERT LOPEZ Book by JEFF WHITTY AUDITIONS: Sunday, April 2nd at 7:00PM Monday, April 3rd at 7:00PM Callbacks – Wednesday, April 5th at 7:00PM, if needed Where; 40 River Street, Chagrin Falls OH Direction by Will C. Crosby Musical Direction by Carey Knox Choreography and Costume Design by Kaylea Kudlaty Stage Management by Jeannie Clarkson PERFORMANCE DATES: July 21, 22, 28, 29, August 4, 5, 6, 11, 12, 13, 18, 19 - 2017 Please Sign up at: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0d4fafa629abf85-auditions If you have any questions: Email Willcodycrosby(a)gmail.com Please prepare the following: *Please prepare 32 bars of a song in the style of the show(DO NOT SING FROM THE SHOW), bring sheet music in the appropriate key (accompanist will be provided). *Prepare a joke to tell (So we can hear you talk a bit) * All those auditioning will be taught one or more musical cuts from the show and may be asked to read from the script. *Bring a headshot and resume *Please bring a list of conflict dates you may have during the rehearsal period. ALL ROLES AVAILABLE. Chagrin Valley Little Theatre does not pre-cast without prior announcement. Rehearsals: Regular Rehearsals will start June 12th. (There will be a read through scheduled in May.) Rehearsals will be held based on actor availability. 4-5 days a week expected. Sunday-Thursday 7-10 No conflicts will be accepted for any performance dates or during tech week. CVLT does not offer union contracts or cast understudies and all performers are volunteers. Show Information; Winner of the Tony "Triple Crown" for Best Musical, Best Score and Best Book, Avenue Q is part flesh, part felt and packed with heart. The laugh-out-loud musical tells the timeless story of a recent college grad named Princeton, who moves into a shabby New York apartment all the way out on Avenue Q. He soon discovers that, although the residents seem nice, it's clear that this is not your ordinary neighborhood. Together, Princeton and his new-found friends struggle to find jobs, dates and their ever-elusive purpose in life. Filled with gut-busting humor and a delightfully catchy score, not to mention puppets, Avenue Q is a truly unique show that has quickly become a favorite for audiences everywhere. Although the show addresses humorous adult issues, it is similar to a beloved children's show; a place where puppets are friends, Monsters are good and life lessons are learned. Casting Requirements Looking for a cast of 11, ages 18+ for all roles. No previous puppetry experience needed; just strength, dedication and will! All Races,Genders, and Ethnicities will be considered for all parts. Most Characters will actually play multiple parts. Princeton A fresh-faced kid just out of college and the protagonist. Puppet. Gender: Male Vocal range: Bb2-G4 Kate Monster A Kindergarten teaching assistant, who is a bit older than Princeton. Puppet. Gender: Female Vocal range: F#3-F5 Nicky A slacker who lives with Rod. Puppet. Gender: Male Vocal range: B2-B4 Rod An investment banker who is Republican and a closeted homosexual. Puppet. Gender: Male Vocal range: A2-G4 Trekkie Monster A reclusive creature obsessed with the Internet and all it has to offer. Puppet. Gender: Male (Female actresses will also be considered.) Vocal range: Bb2-Eb4 Lucy A vixenish vamp with a dangerous edge. Puppet. Gender: Female Vocal range: F3-F5 The Bad Idea Bears Two snuggly, cute teddy-bear types. Puppets. Gender: Male and/or Female Brian A laid-back guy married to Christmas Eve. Gender: Male Vocal range: B2-F#4 Christmas Eve A therapist who recently moved to Avenue Q from Japan. Gender: Female Vocal range: B3-F#5 Gary Coleman Yes, that Gary Coleman. Lives on the Avenue and is superintendent of the apartment buildings. Gender: Male or Female Vocal range: D3-Bb5 DIRECTOR Will C. Crosby -- Originally from Lakewood, Will has worked all over the Cleveland area as an Actor, Director, and Stage Manager. Most recently Will was seen as Prince Herbert/ Not-Dead-Fred in Weathervane's production of Monty Pythons Spamalot. Other notable roles include Smee in Peter and the Starcatcher (Weathervane), Nicely Nicely Johnson in Guys and Dolls(Olmstead Performing Arts), William Barfee in The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (Huntington Playhouse) and the Cowardly Lion in The Wizard of Oz (CAMEO.) Will worked as the Director of the Garfield Middle School drama program in Lakewood, as well as directed for this year's 8x10 TheaterFest at Weathervane. Will has recently directed Company in Independence, I Love You Because in Akron, and Willy Wonka in Brecksville. Questions? Contact the director, Will C. Crosby - Willcodycrosby(a)gmail.com

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"ALL OF ME" AUDITIONS
by Angela Spring via NEohioPAL 12 Mar '17

12 Mar '17

Renaissance Community Theater is pleased to announce: AUDITIONS For ALL OF ME A STAGE PLAY Written & Directed by Angela Spring Audition Dates: 3/18/17 @ 2PM – 5PM 3/25/17 @ 2PM –5PM 3/27/17 @ 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM Performance Date: July 8, 2017 To schedule your audition, email your name and best contact phone number to: renaissancetheater(a)yahoo.com<mailto:renaissancetheater@yahoo.com> Check out our website: https://renaissancetheater.wixsite.com/mysite Inspired by a recent visit and fed up with her job; Angela, chooses to make a sudden decision to quit her job. However, when her boss entices her to stay, he is quickly introduced to “facets” of Angela he has never recognized before. CAST: ANGELA (African American age 20-45 yrs.old) Frustrated with her job & ready to follow her dreams. She reveals different facets herself PURPOSE (African American age 20-60 yrs.old) Believes everyone was created on purposes but sometimes struggles to believe that abut herself. SUNSHINE (African American age 20-60 yrs.old) Fun & bubbly, she chooses to see the bright side of everything until one day that light goes out. PISTOL (African American age 20-60 yrs.old) Feisty, angry, sometimes uses foul language to express herself FAITH (African American age 20-60 yrs.old) Strong Christian faith, but often tested & broken. SORRY (African American age 20-60 yrs.old) Believes everything negative in her life is her fault. Desires to change. MASK (African American age 20-60 yrs.old) Protector. Uses masks to cover authentic feelings. SEXY (African American age 20-60 yrs.old) Confident, provocative and sometimes unfiltered. BUTTERFLY (African American age 20-60 yrs.old) Her artistic creativity allows her to see the beauty in almost everything KAREN (African American age 20-60 yrs.old) Angela’s friend & lawyer, she thinks she’s called to help on a work issue but gets more than she expected. JERRY(Any ethnicity, age 25-50 yrs.old) Angela’s boss. He is self-serving and tries to con angela into a project that he plans to use to further his career. JERRY’S ASSISTANT (Any ethnicity, 18-45 yrs.old) Follows Jerry’s lead in every decision and is oblivious to what is really happening with Angela. SINGERS (Any ethnicity, no younger than 12 yrs.old)

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NEED AMATEUR VIDEOGRAPHER FOR SUMMER SHOW
by Dave Cockley via NEohioPAL 12 Mar '17

12 Mar '17

Captain Dave Productions Seeking Amateur Videographer for summer show Those Runaway Rascals Show will be shot in late June in the beautiful Metro Parts over 5 consecutive week days, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday It is a children’s show about young kids who run away from home The show will be placed on Facebook and YouTube and you will receive a Disc of the show to show to perspective employers For more information or questions contact: captaindave2898(a)aol.com

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Office Furniture for Sale
by Carlton Guc via NEohioPAL 12 Mar '17

12 Mar '17

My tech company (Inline Technology) is moving out of our Lakewood office and into the cloud so we have some furniture to sell (make an offer). Photos are here: https://1drv.ms/f/s!Asb8_NTb1PPGiqEhJ3Rpys4ZkZp_mA Inventory: 12 - Blue secretary rolling chairs, no arm rest 1 - Bankers desk, slightly scratched 1 - Executive desk, great condition, 3 parts, with keyboard slide out 2 - stationary chairs 4 - blonde multi-desks with center separator/shelves/drawers (one damaged, some scuff marks) 4 - Kidney shaped trade show stands. Each comes with a center shelf. Black. 1 - 8' white board, brand new. 1 - Conference table, about 8' feet/grey. Hole in middle for conference phone. 1 - Metal work bench/table. 4 - Trade show table/grey/black/marble like top. Locking base. 1 - Basic table. Metal legs. Beige top. About 4' Regards, Carlton Guc Cell: 440-724-9805 Skype: CarltonGuc Facebook: CarltonGuc Twitter: CarltonGuc

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THE BIGGEST ARTISTIC PUSH IN CLEVELAND HISTORY! COME BE A PART OF HISTORY IN THE MAKING!
by ALANDA SALES via NEohioPAL 11 Mar '17

11 Mar '17

The Independent Coalition for Economic Development “Iced Out Productions” alongside Queen Media, & Stone The Butcha, will be filming for thee biggest artistic push in Cleveland History! Come be a part of history, join The Independent Coalition for Economic Development, and work collectively on projects that will put money in your pocket doing what you love to do most, create art! All mediums will be accepted the weekend of March 17th-19th please have your finished products in the highest esteem possible to present to investors (we need as many copies of your work for there are several investors that we will be presenting to. for we are working on a multimillion dollar project that will bring residual returns based upon your level of participation. This is not a game or a test if you are serious about being a thriving artist your time is now! Listed below are the dates and time for drop off if you need further accommodation you will be able to contact Mz. Ice thee founder of The Independent Coalition for Economic Development for additional collection dates which I state will be very limited due to time constraints as the presentation packages must be created and presented in a timely fashion! Please follow my posts as we will be making major announcements in which everyone involved must be ready at the drop of a dimes notice to put on the show of their lives If you sing great, if you dance even better, no matter what you do let me make no qualms about it, *IT ‘S SHOWTIME*!!! *FILMING DATE LINE UP* *** *EACH EVENT STARTS AT 8PM WITH 10DOLLAR ADMISSION, NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO DROP OFF PRODUCTS AND PROJECTS IN ANY MEDIUM.**** *THE SYMPOSIUM* * FRIDAY MARCH 17TH 8PM UNTIL* *:*FEATURING: SOLOMON CAIN, SEMI, I AM CLE ENT., RAWH, KINFOLK, FENRIR KINGSLEY, REIGN, C.T.A *PHANTASY CONCERT CLUB* *SATURDAY MARCH 18TH 8PM UNTIL* *Featuring:* *SAM GOODEE, BDX 216, ERIC WILSON, RED STRYPE, BOONEY BAMBINO, MUTANTS OF THE RHYTHM ROOM (HIP HOP FUSION BAND)* *KINGS AND QUEENS* *SUNDAY MARCH 19TH* *FEATURING:* *PIRANAA, MS.CLAETTO, POIZON I.V, INDICCA SPITTS, XHINA BLO* *FOR ANY QUESTIONS PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CONTACT:* *Alanda Sales, EMBA ( Mz.ICE)INDEPENDENT COALITION FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FOUNDER,PRESIDENT &CEO(216) 215-3182 <(216)%20215-3182>* *ICEDOUTPRODUCTIONS1(a)GMAIL.COM <ICEDOUTPRODUCTIONS1(a)GMAIL.COM> * *HTTPS://.WWW.ICEDOUTPRODUCTIONS.COM <https://.www.icedoutproductions.com/>*

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CADA Spring Acting & Improv classes begin March 25
by Wendy Duke via NEohioPAL 11 Mar '17

11 Mar '17

The Center for Applied Drama & Autism is pleased to announce our spring slate of classes on Saturdays from March 25 to May 27. We are located in the Evans Building at the corner of S Main St and E Exchange St in downtown Akron, OH 44308. Register online at www.centerforada.org or contact us at 330-595-4565 or by email at info(a)centerforada.org *Spring into Improv!* For all ages and abilities Saturdays 9:30am - 10:30am 10 weeks, $250 Instructors: Dean Coutris and Ruben Ryan of Just Go With It, Akron’s only long form improv troupe! *Our improv class encourages collaboration, curiosity and creativity. Our instructors create a fun and supportive environment that allow the participants to explore, develop, and succeed using the art of theatre improvisation.* *All the World’s A Stage * Ages 8-13 Saturdays 10:45am - 11:45am 10 weeks, $250 Instructors: Wendy Duke & Laura Valendza *For young people who enjoy role play and acting out stories, with a focus on adventure tales, superheroes and sidekicks, animal trickster tales and a wee bit of Shakespeare!* *Next Stage: Transitions Workshop * Ages 14-18 Saturdays 1:30pm - 2:30pm 10 weeks, $250 Instructors: Wendy Duke & Laura Valendza *For young people on the spectrum who are getting ready for a transitional time in their lives, moving from middle to school to high school to college to career. Through work on a collaborative theatre project, participants will be rehearsing the skills they will need in real life as well as the stage. * *Girl Power!* Ages 12 - 16 Saturdays 2:45 - 3:45 10 weeks, $250 Instructors: Laura Valendza & Debora Totti Cranendonk *Our Girl Power class will allow girls to develop respect for and understanding of self and others all while having fun participating and developing improvisational skills, characters and scenes specifically designed for girls on the spectrum.* *Individual Sessions* All ages & abilities $25 an hour Instructors: Laura Valendza/Wendy Duke *Individual sessions can include, but are not limited to, preparation for auditions, and coaching in voice and monologue work. Individual drama therapy sessions, tailored to the individual’s needs, that can provide healing and empowerment through creative play, narradrama, and other drama therapy techniques.* The Center for Applied Drama and Autism is committed to providing theatre-based opportunities for individuals on the Autism Spectrum, those with cognitive and/or physical disabilities and their communities. Our classes are inclusive and open to people of all abilities. Some classes are designed to be age or gender specific to meet the needs of a particular group. We have created a safe and welcoming space where those who love theatre can grow and develop as performers and as human beings. Neurotypical actors are welcome to take our classes. By encouraging individual and collaborative success through drama in an inclusive, safe environment that celebrates diversity and the joy of the creative arts, CADA supports social and emotional well-being, growth and empowerment. *Wendy Duke* Co-Founder, *The Center for Applied Drama and Autism* email: wendy(a)centerforada.org <laura(a)centerforada.org> telephone: 330.687.4177 web: centerforada.org

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HARM'S WAY by Mac Wellman opens Fri, Mar 24 at convergence-continuum
by convergence-continuum via NEohioPAL 11 Mar '17

11 Mar '17

HARM’S WAY BY MAC WELLMAN OPENS FRI, MAR 24 AT CONVERGENCE-CONTINUUM Convergence-continuum opens its 2017 season with the Ohio premiere of _Harm’s Way _by Mac Wellman, directed by Clyde Simon. _Harm’s Way,_ the darkly humorous fable of an angry man on a rampage through a fantastical wilderness, chronicles the exploits of very angry Santouche as he tries to make sense of his understanding of law and order in a nation of other very angry people. Filled with Wild West and circus sideshow imagery, the action doesn’t unfold in any specific time or place. But all the characters drink from the same poisoned well, which is definitely recognizably American. It might be anytime in the last 70 years, or even – not impossibly – in the next. The March 25 performance of _Harm’s Way _will be part of the three-day Mac Wellman Homecoming Festival presented by Playwrights Local. _Harm’s Way _is directed by convergence-continuum’s Artistic Director, Clyde Simon, and features actors Wesley Allen, Robert Branch, Gideon Lorete, Joseph Milan, Michael Regnier, Beau Reinker, Brian Westerley, Hillary Wheelock, Carrie Williams and Monica Zach. This will be the seventh Mac Wellman play presented by convergence-continuum, having previously produced _Sincerity Forever, 7 Blowjobs, Cleveland, Whirligig, A Murder of Crows _and _The Hyacinth Macaw._ ____ _Harm’s Way _opens Fri, March 24 and runs Thu-Sat at 8 pm through April 15 at convergence-continuum’s Liminis Theater, 2438 Scranton Rd, Cleveland 44113 in the historic Tremont neighborhood. Tickets are $20 general admission, $15 seniors (65+), $10 students. Reservations at convergence-continuum.org [1] or 216-687-0074. ----------------------------------------------------------- This production_ _is supported in part by the residents of Cuyahoga County through a public grant from Cuyahoga Arts & Culture. Links: ------ [1] http://www.convergence-continuum.org/

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THOSE RUNAWAY RASCALS AUDITIONS
by Dave Cockley via NEohioPAL 11 Mar '17

11 Mar '17

Captain Dave Productions Casting Call for Middle School and High School Girls and Boys for THOSE RUNAWAY RASCALS Join the cast of a new Music Video that will be shot early this summer in the Beautiful Metro Parks The plot gets going when the boys runaway from school and the girls are sent out to bring them back The Video will be placed on Facebook and YouTube Auditions are at the Shaker Heights Library 16500 Van Aken Blvd Enter off of Lee Rd between Van Aken and Chagrin Blvd All rooms are on the 2nd Floor March 13th Room E 4:00 - 6:00pm March 23rd Room B 4:00 - 6:00pm Be prepared to sing a song of your choosing and read one of our short monologues or perform a monologue of your own For questions or more information contact: captaindave2898(a)aol.com

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