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AUDITIONS for "SEAT AT THE TABLE"
by Angela Spring via NEohioPAL 21 Jul '17

21 Jul '17

“SEAT AT THE TABLE” A one-act modern version of the biblical story of Naomi and Ruth Ruth still needs Naomi’s love and support. As the wife of Boaz, Ruth prepares for her first dinner party and she seeks direction from Naomi while desperately trying to convince Naomi to take her rightful “seat at the table.” Characters: Ruth 1- woman ages 18 – 35 years old. Naomi 1- woman ages 35 and older CLEVELAND HEIGHTS, OHIO Audition Date: July 23, 2017 *Performance Date: September 12, 2017 (Morning) This is a paid performance (Non-union) Schedule your audition by emailing your name and contact phone number to info(a)renaissancecommunitytheater.com

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TWO NIGHTS ONLY! "4 ONE-ACT PLAYS" at Clague (7/21 & 7/22)
by Kate Klotzbach via NEohioPAL 21 Jul '17

21 Jul '17

------------------------------------ Clague Playhouse's BARNSTORMERS: WORKSHOP FOR ASPIRING YOUNG PLAYWRIGHTS PRESENTS: "4 ONE-ACT PLAYS" Friday, July 21 Saturday, July 22 Both nights - 7:00pmLimited 2-night engagement! Join us for four brand new, all original one-acts written and performed by local teens, and directed by local college students. One-Act Titles include: - AVERAGE JOE - HAMLET - DEBT - WHAT CAN YOU DO? Join us to support our next generation of creative minds!GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS: $5 for Adults/Seniors; $3 for Students 440-331-0403 / http://www.clagueplayhouse.org/ Web: www.clagueplayhouse.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/ClaguePlayhouseTwitter: www.twitter.com/ClagueTweets------------------------------------

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Movement Workshop Date Change
by TCT Intern via NEohioPAL 21 Jul '17

21 Jul '17

Join guest artist Stephanie Wilbert for "a movement and ensemble building experience!" Noon - 2:30PM DATE TBA RSVP REQUIRED: Email your name and phone number to dt.tctorg(a)gmail.com to let us know you are attending workshop. ADMISSION: (16+) $20 at the door or at http://bit.ly/2u9noCk ABOUT STEPHANIE: Stephanie Wilbert is a theater performer, teaching artist, and director based in North Eastern Ohio. She received her MFA in Theater: Contemporary Performance from Naropa University in Boulder, Colorado where she focused primarily on ensemble based performance and devised theater techniques. Naropa University performance credits include "Sirens Fury Playlist", Now! (For Something Completely Different); directed by author of "An Acrobat of the Heart",Stephen Wangh, and "7/21" directed by member of the Tectonic Theater Project, Greg Pierotti. Stephanie received her BA in Theater Arts from Cleveland State University in 2011 and has performed with The Ohio City Theater Project,Talespinner Children's Theater, The Illusion Factory, Cleveland Public Theater, and The Cleveland Ingenuity Festival. In July 2017, Stephanie will be working as the Visiting Artistic Director for The Illusion Factory in Akron, Ohio. 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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Stocker Arts Center Exciting New Performing Artists Series Subscriptions on Sale Now
by Allison Jack via NEohioPAL 21 Jul '17

21 Jul '17

Stocker Arts Center Exciting New Performing Artists Series Subscriptions on Sale Now Subscriptions for the 2017-2018 Stocker Arts Center Performing Artists Series are now on sale. This season's high-energy entertainment celebrates the center's 37th year on Lorain County Community College's campus. "We are so pleased with this year's lineup of diverse, uniquely captivating performances," director Janet Herman Barlow said. "This season's Performing Artists Series brings back memories of old favorites like 'Candid Camera' and new shows like 'SHUFFLE,' which recreates the experience of an iPod DJ extravaganza for the audience." This season's Performing Artists Series features an array of favorite stories and modern novelties, including: * Tuesdays With Morrie starring Jamie Farr Monday, October 9 at 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays With Morrie is the autobiographical story of Mitch Albom, an accomplished journalist driven solely by his career, and Morrie Schwartz, his former college professor. Sixteen years after graduation, Mitch happens to catch Morrie's appearance on a television news program and learns that his old professor is battling Lou Gehrig's Disease. Mitch is reunited with Morrie, and what starts as a simple visit turns into a weekly pilgrimage and a last class in the meaning of life. This 20th Anniversary tour stars Jamie Farr (from Toledo), Klinger from TV's M*A*S*H, as Morrie. * SHUFFLE Concert Friday, October 27 at 7:30 p.m. The six-member ensemble, SHUFFLE Concert, is on its way to becoming an international phenomenon. A SHUFFLE concert engages the audience by allowing them to choose what music the group will play. The musical menu offers selections from baroque to Broadway and just about everything in between. With a new "mix" every time, SHUFFLE Concert captivates audiences by combining fun and adventure with the highest musical professionalism. * Neil Berg's "Pianomen" - An Intimate Tribute to Billy Joel & Elton John Sunday, February 11 at 7:30 p.m. "Pianomen" pays an intimate tribute to the compositions and songwriting of two of the most eclectic and iconic composers of the 20th Century, Billy Joel, and Elton John. Hear the crowd-pleasing popular hits and forgotten songs of the last four decades. These timeless songs light up the stage and are performed by award-winning composer, lyricist and producer Neil Berg, a Broadway keyboardist, on piano with two incredible vocalists. * Million Dollar Quartet Tuesday, March 6 at 7:30 p.m. The Tony Award-winning smash hit Broadway musical inspired by the true story of the recording session that brought together icons Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins for the first and only time. The show features rock hits including "Blue Suede Shoes," "Fever," "That's All Right," "Sixteen Tons," "Great Balls of Fire," "Walk the Line," "Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On," "Who Do You Love?," "Matchbox," "Folsom Prison Blues," "Hound Dog" and more. * The Magic of Bill Blagg Live! Friday, March 23 at 7:30 p.m. Critics and audiences alike rave about his incredible high-energy, grand-scale magic and illusions. Referred to as "Houdini Times Ten!" by NBC, Blagg's show is packed with new mind-blowing illusions and his trademark off-the-cuff personality that make this show a great family event. People will float in mid-air, vanish in the blink of an eye and so much more. * Candid Camera - 8 Decades of Smiles with Peter Funt Sunday, April 22 at 7:30 p.m. "Smile, you're on Candid Camera!" Over eight different decades, nearly everyone who watches TV can happily relate to that magical phrase. Now the TV favorite comes to the stage with a multi-media show combining clips and quips and great fun. Peter Funt, host of over 200 episodes since taking over for his Dad, Allen, offers a special blend of humor and insight that makes audiences laugh while wondering what surprises will happen next. Peter is a nationally syndicated columnist, whose wry takes on human nature have pleased audiences in print, on TV and in theaters. "8 Decades of Smiles" combines the funniest clips from the "Candid Camera" library with on-stage surprises and audience participation. Dinner is available prior to the Performing Artists Series shows prepared by LCCC Dining Services, Chase Wilcox, Executive Chef. Dinners are usually held in the Norton Culinary Arts Center next to Stocker Arts Center and begin at 5:45 p.m. or 6:15 p.m. Tickets for dinner are $30 per person and dinner reservations are taken up to one week prior to the date of the show. Valet parking is also available for the Performing Artists Series shows for $5 per car. To purchase tickets for any of the shows or to request a season calendar, call the box office at (440) 366-4040. Hours are Monday through Friday from noon to 6 p.m. The box office is also open 90 minutes before ticketed events (60 minutes before Student Matinees). Returning six-show subscription patrons can renew their seats to Performing Artists Series shows until Friday, August 18. Guests may also purchase tickets online at www.stockerartscenter.com<http://www.stockerartscenter.com>. Tickets for most other shows in the Random Acts Series, Studio Sessions (formerly the Studio Theatre Cabaret Series), Student Matinee Series and the Fall Film Series are now on sale. To learn more about the upcoming season or order tickets, visit stockerartscenter.com or call (440) 366-4040. Stocker Arts Center is located on the campus of Lorain County Community College at 1005 North Abbe Road, Elyria, Ohio. Follow Stocker Arts Center on Facebook and @StockerArts on Twitter and Instagram. Allison Jack Writer & Project Coordinator Marketing & Outreach Initiatives Lorain County Community College 440.366.7082 1005 N. Abbe Road, Elyria, Ohio 44035

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Casting Male and Female Actor-Singers and Need Piano Accompanist for concert reading of new musical @Ensemble Theatre, performance date August 19, 2017
by Ann Cohen via NEohioPAL 21 Jul '17

21 Jul '17

Male actor-singer, age 25-40, "Italian" type. Female Actor-singer, age 25-35, "Fashion model" type, alto singing range. Accompanist needed for 4 full cast rehearsals and performance. Prefer accompanist with musical theater background, good sight reading ability and familiarity with rehearsing singers. Accompanist is a paid position. Please contact Ann Cohen at anncohen5(a)gmail.com to arrange for an audition. Ensemble Theatre is in Cleveland Heights, Ohio.

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"Best of Broadway"--The Cleveland Orchestra and Chorus at Blossom
by Roy Berko via NEohioPAL 21 Jul '17

21 Jul '17

*•••••••••••••••••••••••••••* *Capsule judgment: From their appreciative reaction, the large Blossom audience had no “Trouble” finding “The Music of the Night” to fill “The Impossible Dream” of hearing “The Best Broadway” played and sung by the Cleveland Orchestra, under the baton of Jack Everly, and Blossom Festival Chorus and guest singers (Christina DeCicco, Ted Keegan, Ron Remke and Richard Todd Adams). Next season we hopefully will have a similar program consisting of songs from musicals of the 2000s.* *To read the entire review go to: **www.royberko.info* <http://www.royberko.info> <http://www.clevelandtheaterreviews.com> *••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••*

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Judge Jackie Tickets On Sale Now!
by Sparano, Jenniver via NEohioPAL 21 Jul '17

21 Jul '17

Don't wait - now is the time to get your tickets for JUDGE JACKIE: Disorder in the Court ! As always with this annual benefit production, there are only two performances - so you don't want to miss this opportunity. Tickets are on sale for both nights: On Monday, August 14 the 7:30 pm show is at Weathervane Playhouse (1301 Weathervane Lane, in Akron's Merriman Valley). Ticket sales for the Weathervane performance benefit CANAPI, and are available now from Weathervane at http://www.weathervaneplayhouse.com/judge-jackie-disorder-in-the-court-2017… or 330-836-2626. On Monday, August 21 the 8:00 pm show is at Cassidy Theatre (6200 Pearl Road, Parma Heights, in the Greenbriar Commons). Ticket sales for the Cassidy performance benefit the AIDS Taskforce of Greater Cleveland, and are available from the Taskforce at https://connect.clickandpledge.com/Organization/aidstaskforce/Campaign/Judg… <https://connect.clickandpledge.com/Organization/aidstaskforce/Campaign/Judg…> or call Joye Toombs at 216-621-0766, extension 2919. "JUDGE JACKIE: Disorder in the Court" features book and lyrics by Christopher Dimond and music by Michael Kooman, based on a concept by Van Kaplan. This communication may contain privileged and/or confidential information. It is intended solely for the use of the addressee. If you are not the intended recipient, you are strictly prohibited from disclosing, copying, distributing or using any of this information. If you received this communication in error, please contact the sender immediately and destroy the material in its entirety, whether electronic or hard copy. This communication may contain nonpublic personal information about consumers subject to the restrictions of the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act. You may not directly or indirectly reuse or redisclose such information for any purpose other than to provide the services for which you are receiving the information. 127 Public Square, Cleveland, OH 44114 If you prefer not to receive future e-mail offers for products or services from Key send an e-mail to mailto:DNERequests@key.com with 'No Promotional E-mails' in the SUBJECT line.

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Review of "Neighbors" at convergence-continuum
by Bob Abelman via NEohioPAL 21 Jul '17

21 Jul '17

Intentionally discomforting, con-con’s ‘Neighbors’ is also compelling Bob Abelman Cleveland Jewish News, The News Herald, The Morning Journal Member, International Association of Theatre Critics The New York Times called thirty-three-year-old playwright Branden Jacobs-Jenkins “one of this country’s most original and illuminating writers.” The New Yorker compared him to Sam Shepard, Lorraine Hansberry and Eugene O’Neill. He is cerebral, provocative and his awards – which include the 2014 Obie Award for “Appropriate” and “An Octoroon,” recognition as a 2016 Pulitzer Prize finalist for his play “Gloria,” and a 2016 MacArthur Fellow “genius” grant – are imposing. But Jacobs-Jenkins got off to a shaky start with his first full-length work, “Neighbors,” a wildly theatrical, frequently outrageous, and overly-ambitious play that is currently in production by convergence-continuum. For more of this article, go to www.clevelandjewishnews.com/columnists/.

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ROCKY HORROR SHOW AUDITION!!
by Jared Sparks via NEohioPAL 21 Jul '17

21 Jul '17

THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW is a humorous tribute to the science fiction and horror B movies of the late 1940's through early 1970's. The musical tells the story of a newly engaged couple getting caught in a storm and coming to the home of a mad transvestite scientist unveiling his new creation, a muscle man named Rocky Horror. NOMINEE! 2001 Tony Award® for Best Revival of a Musical NOMINEE! 2001 Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Revival of a Musical Co-Directors: Taylor Scott & Jared Sparks Musical Director: Jared Sparks Location: Avenue Arts Marketplace & Theatre (Downtown Canton) Audition Dates: September 2nd (2:00-4:00) and September 3rd (6:00-8:00) Performance Dates: October 21st, 22nd, 27th, 28th at 8PM. October 27th at Midnight Please bring headshot and resume to audition (if available) ALL ROLES AVAILABLE!! Please come prepared with 16-32 bars of a song related to the show and read from the script. ROLES AVAILABLE: USHERETTE/MAGENTA: Female, Age Flexible (Range: Mezzo Soprano Belt, Bb3-Eb5) One of Frank’s servants. BRAD: Male, 26-35 (Range: Bari Tenor, Bb2-G4) Quirky, but very much in love with his fiancé, Janet. Overly optimistic at times. JANET: Female, 26-35 (Range: Mezzo Soprano Belt, A3-Eb5) Good girl who is madly in love with Brad. Always seems to be frightened of something. Keeps losing more of her clothes throughout the story. Emotionally weak and caves into pressure easily. NARRATOR: Male, Age Flexible (Range: Non-Singing Role) Follows our two hero’s through the story by narrating directly to the audience. RIFF RAFF: Male, 25-40 (Range: High Rock Tenor, D3-B4) Creepy man resembling more of a zombie. Often makes harmless conversation seem awkward and foreboding. One of Frank’s servants. COLUMBIA: Female, Age Flexible (Range: Mezzo Soprano Belt, E4-E5) One of Frank’s servants. FRANK 'N' FURTER: Male Transvestite, 30-45 (Range: Baritone, D3-G4) Master of the castle. Welcomes Janet and Brad with open arms. Obsessed with creating a man to be part of his sexual entourage. Master of seduction. ROCKY: Male 18-30 (Range: Tenor, A3-G4) Frank’s magnificent creation. Sexually appealing with prominent muscles. EDDIE/DR. SCOTT: Male, 28-40 (Range: Baritone, E3-F#4) Eddie, delivery man, “went to pieces.” Misses the rock and role of life. Comes back to life only to die after his solo. Scott is Eddie’s Uncle. 4 PHANTOMS – TRANSILVANIANS (SATB) Various Singers. TO SIGN UP, PLEASE GO TO: *www.SignUpGenius.com/go/20F0848A8AA2EA3FF2-auditions <https://lm.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.SignUpGenius.com%2Fgo%2F20…>* Please direct all questions to the directors at jsparks6(a)kent.edu -- *Jared Sparks* *jsparks6(a)kent.edu <jsparks6(a)kent.edu>* *330-754-5503*

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North Canton Playhouse presents: Disney's "Beauty and the Beast"
by North Canton Playhouse via NEohioPAL 21 Jul '17

21 Jul '17

The North Canton Playhouse presents: Disney's "Beauty and the Beast" Musical Directed by Debbie CardyMusic by Alan MenkenLyrics by Howard Ashman Tim RiceBook by Linda WoolvertonOriginally Directed by Robert Jess RothOriginally Produced by Disney Theatrical ProductionsBeauty and the Beast is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International Performance Dates: July 27 - August 13, 2017 Where: North Canton Playhouse Main Stage ( 525 7th St. N.E., North Canton)Tickets: General Admission $15 Story Time with Belle: Child Ticket $10, Accompanying Adult freeTea Time with Mrs. Potts: Child Ticket $15, Adult Ticket $10 Performance dates, times, details and tickets can be found at www.northcantonplayhouse.com by clicking "Beauty and the Beast tickets".Tickets can be purchased online at www.northcantonplayhouse.com or by calling 330-494-1613 Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 9am-2pm. Synopsis:The classic story tells of Belle, a young woman in a provincial town, and the Beast, who is really a young prince trapped under the spell of an enchantress. If the Beast can learn to love and be loved, the curse will end and he will be transformed into his former self. But time is running out. If the Beast does not learn his lesson soon, he and his household will be doomed for all eternity. Story Time with Belle:Come and listen to a story told by your favorite princess, Belle, with the help from some of her friends. There will be a special copy of the Little Golden Book of the original “Beauty and the Beast” story signed by the entire cast given out to all the children along with a treat. The event will cost $10 per child (accompanying parents are at no additional charge but they must make a reservation). Reservations are in addition to the price of the show ticket. Tea Time with Mrs. Potts:Come and dine in our French provincial town and meet the characters from Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. They will be coming around to the tables to visit and you will be able to get their autograph in a special coloring/autograph book designed just for this occasion. This will be a special “reservation only” lunch that will include a light meal (sandwiches, fruit and cookies) and all the tea you would like. Mrs. Potts will be sharing a few thoughts with the children as well as a story where the enchanted objects solve a mystery along with the help of the audience. The parent meal does not include the autograph/coloring book and other extra items for the children. Reservations are in addition to the price of the show ticket.

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