April 2017 - NEohioPAL - lists.neohiopal.org

Casting Call for Bad Decisions
by Ed Starkey via NEohioPAL 24 Apr '17

24 Apr '17

*Title:* Bad Decisions *Written and Directed by:* Ed Starkey *Produced by*: LuxShots Films *Location:* Trumbull and Mahoning County *Category:* Short Film *Budget:* Indie Film, self funded. no pay. *Timeline:* Principal shooting starting May 13th, 2017. *Synopsis: *Jade and Shawn are an upper middle class couple who fall from grace into a pit of despair! On their last dime, they must choose from a list of bad decisions that test their morality and their dignity. We are currently holding casting for the following roles: *Lead Roles:* *Jade Hightower*: Mid 30's early 40's. Sophisticated and classy. *(Role Cast)* *Shawn Jackson: *Mid 30's to early 40's. Intelligent, handsome and the fiance of Jade Hightower. *(Role Cast)* *Aaron Burrows:* Mid 30's to early 40's. Arrogant and brash lady's man. Ex-lover of Jade. *Andre Young: *Mid 30's to early 40's. A cold-hearted mid-level street pusher who likes he's upper class. *Beauty Mi:* Late 20's to mid 30's. A kind and witty stripper working at the G spot. *Lady Diane:* Late 40's to Late 50's. Owner of the G spot strip club. Money hungry and scandalous. *Joey Williams:* Mid 20's to mid 30's. A street thug. Grimy. *Supporting Roles:* *Home Owner: *Late 30's to early 50's. *Bodyguard 1:* Mid to Late 30's. Mean and intimidating. 6ft+ tall. 250lbs. Bodyguard of Andre Young. *Bodyguard 2:* Mid to Late 30's. Mean and intimidating. 6ft+ tall. 250lbs. Bodyguard of Andre Young. *Henchmen 1:* Mid to Late 30's. Security officer for a mob boss. *Henchmen 2:* Mid to Late 30's. Security officer for a mob boss. Casting call will be on *April 27th* at the Youngstown Public Library, at the corner of Market Street and Midlothian Blvd. Ask for the LuxShots book club to be directed to the meeting room. If you have an questions, please contact us at *888.539.5530* or at* casting(a)luxshots.com <casting(a)luxshots.com>.*

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Lighting Tech job posting
by Shirley Stary via NEohioPAL 23 Apr '17

23 Apr '17

Lighting Technician Location: HOOVER AUDITORIUM - LAKESIDE CHAUTAUQUA 236 Walnut Avenue Lakeside OH 43440 DATES: May 8-Sept. 2, 2017 (some flexibility with dates) Northwest Ohio theatre venue seeking Lighting Technician for immediate opening for 75+ event summer season. Gain valuable experience working with national acts including wide variety of musical groups (rock & roll, Broadway, symphony, Celtic) as well magicians, acrobats, jugglers, etc. Ideal candidate is a recent college grad or upperclassman with experience as Master Elec and leading work crews, etc. Familiarity with ETC Express lighting console preferred. Rate of pay is $400/week + housing Send cover letter and resume ASAP by email or fax to: Shirley Stary - Hoover Auditorium sstary(a)lakesideohio.com<mailto:sstary@lakesideohio.com> Fax: 419-798-5033 Office: 419-798-4461 ext. 216 Shirley Stary Senior Vice President, Programming Lakeside Chautauqua 236 Walnut Avenue, Lakeside, OH 43440 419-798-4461 ext. 216 www.lakesideohio.com

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Studio Headshots!
by Chris via NEohioPAL 23 Apr '17

23 Apr '17

Email me today at chris(a)capturemedia.pictures *Price*: $140 *What is included?* up to 5 different poses! We don't leave until we have the perfect shot. Ill retouch up to 5 and send you the digital files. I send a set of Print Quality and a set of web quality for those online submissions! Advanced retouching is available at $35 a photo if you prefer. (This all goes to my editor who is based out of LA.) *Where?* Studio is in Mentor, Ohio *Hey Chris, I'm interested but where do I find your work?!* My samples are on my website, Instagram and Facebook: www.capturemedia.pictures www.instagram.com/agnew12 www.facebook.com/capturemediallc I also do Event photography but do not post samples on site so email me if you want samples. I also do Senior Photos and Family Portraits. Let's talk soon!

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TV & Film Acting Class with 30 year veteran, 8 Sat's 6/3-7/22
by Jean Zarzour via NEohioPAL 23 Apr '17

23 Apr '17

*With an $80 million tax incentive for production companies,Cleveland is now the TV & Film hub of the Mid West!Learn the craft of TV & Film Acting from a full-time, TV & Film Professional,* *Jean Zarzour* *Member SAG-AFTRA & AEA since 1988* *www.jeanzarzour.com <http://www.jeanzarzour.com>* *See Jean as the Psychic in the romantic comedyf * *THE PICKLE RECIPE * *at Cedar Lee Cinema * *April 21 - 27, 2017* Jean Zarzour is a 30-year veteran performer in TV, Film, Theater, Radio, Dance, Improv and Corporate Communications in the U.S. and for 2 years in England, Wales and Italy. She has appeared in feature films opposite *Taryn Manning, Seth Rogen, Joe Pesci, Stanley Tucci, Mercedes Ruhell, James Coburn, Rob Lowe, Clint Howard, Marc Singer, Lynn Cohen, Jon Dore, Hank Azaria *and* Jake Gyllenhaal. * T.V. credits include *Chicago PD, Devious Maids, Detroit 187**, Candid Camera, America's Funniest People* and hundreds of TV & Voice Over Commercials. She has appeared in 5 Off-Broadway productions and at The Cleveland Play House, Great Lakes Theater Festival, Actors’ Summit, Dobama Theater, Cleveland Public Theater, Ensemble Theater and Berea Summer Theater. Jean also spent 2 years in the production *Menopause The Musical, *nationwide. As Owner of* LIPSCHTICK*, Jean has built a renowned reputation for putting the "Show" in "Business" with customized improvisational, sketch and musical comedy, as well as Laugh & Learn Workshops for hundreds of corporations and associations, nationwide since 1989. Visit http://www.jeanzarzour.com/lipschtick.html See Jean as the Psychic in the feature film *THE PICKLE RECIPE* at *Cedar Lee Cinema starting April 21 - 27, 2017*, as Pam in the feature film* LOOKING FOR THE JACKALOPE*, at the *Columbus Int'l Film Festival, 4/22, 2017*. Jean most recently appeared as Violet in the short film *Technically, Marvin* at the* Cleveland Int'l Film Festival* and currently appears as recurring character Marybeth, in* OUTSIDERS *on WGN. To see Jean's dramatic and comedic acting reels and hear her voice over demo, visit www.jeanzarzour.com *Jean is a proud member of SAG-AFTRA and Actors Equity Association, since 198*8. *CLASS DETAILS* *TV & FILM Acting *Taught in a group class with no more than 7 others, 8 weeks, 1-3:30pm June 3 - July 22, 2017 * $295* Film, TV & Commercial acting differs from any other genre of acting, in every way. It is a more intimate style of acting as opposed to stage acting, which is performed on a broader scale for a live audience, or voice acting, where your interpretation has to provide the entire "theater of the mind" setting for the listener. On-Camera acting, film acting in particular, is "realistic" and can sometimes feel as though you aren't doing anything, but that is far from the case. What happens behind and in your eyes can make the difference between a great or forgettable performance! *For details on this and other classes, visit * *http://www.jeanzarzour.com/find-your-voice.html <http://www.jeanzarzour.com/find-your-voice.html>* * <http://www.jeanzarzour.com/find-your-voice.html>* All Classes include a 4 hour Marketing Seminar In this seminar, you'll learn what it takes to make a living in the Arts & Entertainment Industries. All paid students may attend this seminar again, at any time in the future, FREE OF CHARGE. *Marketing Seminar sold separately is $150* Credit Cards Accepted *Call 216-832-6557 to register* Visit www.jeanzarzour.com for glowing testimonials and more!

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Dragon and hungry
by Attila Samu via NEohioPAL 23 Apr '17

23 Apr '17

Salem high school, Salem, Ohio built a 32 foot dragon with blinking/lighted eyes and expandable wings for musical "Shrek".Video available. Use it for a renaissance fair too. Gingy is available to rent. Magnetic controls for eyebrows and mouth. Call for details @ 330-332-8905 ext. 58332. E-mail at samua(a)salem.k12.oh.us Sent from my iPhone

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Berko review: YOU CAN'T TAKE IT WITH YOU @ Karamu
by Roy Berko via NEohioPAL 23 Apr '17

23 Apr '17

*••••••••••••••••••••••• * *Capsule judgment: For those who like to go to the theater to have fun, get away from their own work-a-day world of angst, “You Can’t Take It With You” is your thing. Don’t’ expect a professional level production, most of the cast are not Equity members, but there is enough comedy, ridiculousness, and delight to make even the Grinch smile.* *To read the entire review go to www.royberko.info <http://www.royberko.info>* *•••••••••••••••••••••••*

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HOT READS
by Joseph Bauer via NEohioPAL 23 Apr '17

23 Apr '17

The collected works of Cleveland author, Joey Bauer, are available on kindle – (Amazon and all other kindle apps). Treat yourself to some of the best legal fun that you can have with your clothes on. "Hollywood Raw" - a raunchy memoir - Movie stars caught with their pants down; teen idol tells all; "Married with Children" exposed ... Featured on the Montel Williams Show … “This book has everyone talking.” “Occupation Wiseguy” – a novel – A college boy is tapped by a greatly feared Mafioso to write his biography. It was a good day for a murder. Based on the true story of the Cleveland mob, their very good New York friends and the kid who blew the house down. "Teen Angels" - a play – Kids at juvenile hall and an ally fight the power. Only the strong survive. Meet the collateral damage, the boys and girls who might have been you or yours. Their pain has a long shelf life, and it demands to be felt. Based on a true story set to raw gangster rap and “Those Oldies but Goodies” by Little Caesar & the Romans. "Skating Hollywood Blvd." - five plays about life in the Hollywood fast lane. "The biggest dreamers of all are drawn to Tinseltown like moths to a flame. Every guy you meet there has a headshot, a screenplay and a fantasy: scores the Porsche, wins the Oscar and pulls mad freaky starlet puss." Based on true stories set to “Say Goodbye to Hollywood” by Ronnie Spector. "Mendy Berry, Jewish Cowboy" - a play - Baby boomers Mendy and Chunky, his black-and-proud sidekick, pledged loyalty until the end, and this is it. As kids, they found sanctuary from abusive fathers, ruthless bullies and poverty at their neighborhood movie house. For Mendy, the matinee never ended, but, for Chunky, it ended way too soon. "Two Old Jews walk in a Deli" - a play - "You don't have to be Jewish to love matzo ball soup, but it wouldn't hurt." The story of two pals, corned beef, Viagra and a hot waitress with a big secret. Based on a true story set to “Hava Nagila” and “Coney Island Baby” by the Excellents, ’62. "Two Guys from Cleveland" - a novel - Best pals fall for the same girl, who offers them a timeshare. She marries one of them, but still itches for his sidekick. When she starts scratching, things get crazy. Based on a true story set to those smokin’ ‘50’s golden oldies and “Beer Barrel Polka” by Frankie Yankovic. "Cue the Sunset" - a play - Two Bronx boys have champagne tastes and Kool Aid budgets. They set out to seek glamour, glory and gold with a liquor store cashier, the cops, a gun and Fate awaiting them at day's end. Based on a true story set to raw gangster rap and “Somewhere over the Rainbow.” “Buckeye by Choice” – a play – A wide-eyed and bi-curious OSU freshman super fan encounters his gridiron hero in the shower, and things get sticky. “Look who’s calling somebody Crazy” – a play – A Hollywood tourist is hearing voices in his head. Meet the *speakers*: Neon, a notorious rapper; Cha Cha, a sizzling actress; and Big Baller, a porn flick producer. They have invited you to a no-rules cage match called group therapy.

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ATTN. FILMMAKERS
by Joseph Bauer via NEohioPAL 23 Apr '17

23 Apr '17

“Teen Angels,” my truth-based, edgy drama is available for production, and I am seeking a Cleveland centric filmmaker with a vision akin to my own with whom to collaborate. – (Afr. Am. or Hispanic, ages 25-35 with hip hop acumen and ease with Ebonics and *Spanglish* is a definite plus.) If that wets your appetite, please contact me at Joeybauer1967(a)gmail.com, and I will forward the screenplay. With a mixed gender and culturally diverse cast of nine, a single set, just one scene and a running time of 90 minutes, “Teen Angels” features a barrage of in-your-face dialogue and pure provocation. Moviegoers, particularly ages 16 – 30, are in store for lots of bang for their buck with this one; it brazenly holds nothing sacred: family values, the law of the land nor, especially, authority figures of all stripes. The story takes place in a day room at Los Angeles County Juvenile Hall now and focuses on a very unique group therapy session, for which the closest comparison is a no-rules-ultimate-fighting-cage-match, led by social worker and aspiring millennial movie-cowboy, Mel Feinberg, 26, self-described as “a wise ass on a short leash.” The posse consists of seven inmates, all of them age 17, awaiting sentencing and quivering in a melodramatic display of mock fear of Dr. Crabtree, Afr. Am., the facility’s director, staunch advocate of force feeding her charges the gospel by any means necessary. As a side bar, we are drawn into the kids’ compelling histories of victimization and mind-blowing mayhem through a succession of brutally honest monologues. Their pain has a long shelf life, and it demands to be felt. We cheer them on, as they fight the power with Mel by their side and only the strong left standing. My other work includes the risqué memoir, *Hollywood Raw*, and “On the Wall,” an urban drama, presented by L.A.’s Barnsdal Gallery Theatre. In addition, “Hotel California,” my psychological thriller; “Hollywood Cowboy,” my comedy; and “Cue the Sunset,” my Bronx tale - (all read at Cleveland’s Ensemble Theatre) – put my stamp on a multitude of theater patrons’ must-see lists. Apropos, a retrospective of my portfolio is available on kindle – (Amazon and all other apps). I look forward to hearing from you and thank you for your interest. Cheers, Joey Bauer

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SUMMER ARTS Programming @KARAMUHOUSE
by Nathan Lilly via NEohioPAL 22 Apr '17

22 Apr '17

KARAMU HOUSE REVIVES SUMMER ARTS PROGRAMMING FOR YOUTH SUMMER ARTS at Karamu MAY 30 - AUGUST 4, 2017 Students will receive focused instruction in dance, drama, vocal music, creative writing and visual arts led by professional artists. Classes will run from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm (with breakfast being served at 8:30 am), and will be held at Karamu House located at 2355 East 89th Street, Cleveland, Ohio 44106. Programming available for grades 3 through 12. Each session will culminate with a youth production. SESSION 1 May 30 - June 30 SESSION 2 July 5 - August 4 Families have the option to enroll their children in one five-week session, or both sessions for the full ten weeks. Tuition for students will cover weekly sessions, as well as healthy breakfast, lunch and snack. Financial assistance is available for families. Scholarships may be available based on need and availability of funds. To register or for more information visit: www.karamuhouse.org or call 216.795.7070

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BITTER BIERCE - one weekend only, Apr 27-29 at convergence-continuum
by convergence-continuum via NEohioPAL 22 Apr '17

22 Apr '17

ONE WEEKEND ONLY! BRIAN PEDACI PERFORMS “BITTER BIERCE” BY MAC WELLMAN. APRIL 27-29, THURSDAY-SATURDAY 8 PM AT CONVERGENCE-CONTINUUM. Convergence-continuum presents the first production in its 2017 Tweener Series: Mac Wellman's Bitter Bierce, a solo performance by actor Brian Pedaci, directed by Christopher Johnston. MISSED IT AT PLAYWRIGHTS LOCAL'S RECENT MAC WELLMAN HOMECOMING FESTIVAL? HERE’S YOUR CHANCE TO CATCH THIS TRULY UNIQUE THEATRICAL EVENT! Journalist, cynic, war veteran, author Ambrose Bierce invites you into the depths of his eventful life, spicing his tale with his sarcastic definitions from his “Devil’s Dictionary.” Rich with humor, history and tragedy, Bierce tells us the tumultuous story of his life and times, from his experiences in the Civil War and his newspaper career, to his travels and amusing run-ins with public figures. At the Liminis Theater, 2438 Scranton Rd, Cleveland 44113, in the historic Tremont neighborhood for one weekend only, Thurs-Sat at 8 pm, Nov 17-19. At convergence-continuum’s Liminis Theater, 2438 Scranton Rd, Cleveland 44113, in the historic Tremont neighborhood for one weekend only, Thurs-Sat at 8 pm, April 27-29. Tickets at convergence-continuum.org [1] and 216-687-0074 are $20 general admission, $15 seniors and $10 students. All proceeds from the Tweener Series go to the Save the Liminis campaign. The campaign was launched last year to enable convergence-continuum to buy the theater building (which we did this January!). Now we've got to update and improve it! Links: ------ [1] http://convergence-continuum.org

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