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FINAL Weekend of EQUUS - Blank Canvas Theatre
by via NEohioPAL 23 Aug '17

23 Aug '17

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Update: Call for Original 20 Minute Play Submissions
by Brandi Eaton via NEohioPAL 22 Aug '17

22 Aug '17

> Western Reserve Playhouse is pleased to announce the inaugural 4x20 New Works Festival! > Have you written a ten minute play that maybe needed a little more time? Or do you really love the characters you've created and want to explore them a bit more? > We are currently seeking original, unpublished plays to be featured in the festival. If the play that is being submitted has been previously performed (outside of a staged reading or a workshop), please include that information with your submission. > > Our theme for this year is Relationships – romantic, familial, platonic, any kind of relationship you can think of. > > Submissions are open now and the deadline for submitting is August 31st at 11:59 PM EST. We are currently only seeking submissions from local playwrights (Northeast Ohio), but if there are any questions about that please contact us. > > Guidelines: > > 1. The play must run 15 – 20 minutes long. The maximum is 20 minutes. > 2. The maximum number of actors involved in each play is 4. If there are additional characters that will be doubled, please indicate that information on the character list. > 3. Please include the following information in the Word Document or PDF: Name, Mailing Address, E-mail Address, Phone Number. Please also include a short synopsis and a list of characters. > 4. Please submit your play as an attachment to an e-mail, sent to submissions(a)westernreserveplayhouse.org . Please put "2017 4x20 Submission" in the subject line. > 5. There is no fee for submission, but we ask that each playwright send no more than two scripts. > 6. If the playwright's script is chosen for the New Works Festival, the playwright grants Western Reserve Playhouse three (3) royalty free performances on October 6, 7, and 8 2017. > If there are any questions, please e-mail Brandi at beaton2922(a)gmail.com for clarification. > Thank you! > Western Reserve Playhouse >

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3rd Annual Cleveland Playwrights Festival Coming September 23!
by Playwrights Local via NEohioPAL 22 Aug '17

22 Aug '17

PLAYWRIGHTS LOCAL Presents THE 3RD ANNUAL CLEVELAND PLAYWRIGHTS FESTIVAL SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 Free! No tickets or reservations required. Intended for adults and teens. Creative Space at Waterloo Arts <https://www.google.com/maps?ll=41.57124,-81.571906&z=15&t=m&hl=en-US&gl=US&…> 397 E. 156th Street, Cleveland, OH 44110 <https://www.google.com/maps?ll=41.57124,-81.571906&z=15&t=m&hl=en-US&gl=US&…> Playwrights Local announces the 3rd Annual Cleveland Playwrights Festival, the latest staging of this free, annual celebration of dramatic writing in Northeast Ohio. Presented on Saturday, September 23, the Festival features open workshop and craft talk sessions, new plays by local authors, a special video screening, co-presentations with related companies, and much more! Sessions run from noon to midnight at the Creative Space at Waterloo Arts in North Collinwood (397 E. 156th Street, Cleveland, OH 44110). All offerings are open to the public with no tickets or reservations necessary. SCHEDULE & INFO http://www.playwrightslocal.org/3rd-annual-cleveland-playwrights-festival/ FEATURED PLAYWRIGHTS & WORKS Vickie L. Williams: Axe Under the Bed Stuart Hoffman: Broken Wings Daniel McNamara: The Story of Mr Not So Well David Ritchey: A Boy and His Bullies Daniel Telford: Balloons on the Road Craig A. Webb: Elbow Room Rachel Zake: It’s Just Pudding Brian Zoldessy: DIY FEATURED TEACHERS & PANELISTS Sarah Greywitt Dale Heinen Eric Schmiedl THIS YEAR’S GUEST PRESENTERS The Dramatists Guild The Oatman Players The Bessemer Project For more information, visit playwrightslocal.org/ or call (216) 302-8856.

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AUDITIONS -- The Rocky Horror Show @ Kathleen Howland Theatre
by Jared Sparks via NEohioPAL 22 Aug '17

22 Aug '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-Director/Music Director: Jared Sparks Co-Director/Choreographer: Sarah Jane Toy 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. An accompanist will be provided! 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: 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. DR. SCOTT: Male, 30-50 Scott is Eddie’s Uncle. 4 PHANTOMS – TRANSILVANIANS (SATB) Various Singers. TO SIGN UP, PLEASE GO TO: www.SignUpGenius.com/go/20F0848A8AA2EA3FF2-auditions <http://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0848A8AA2EA3FF2-auditions> Please direct all questions to the director at jsparks6(a)kent.edu

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Porgy & Bess auditions
by Karen Green via NEohioPAL 22 Aug '17

22 Aug '17

OPERA WESTERN RESERVE Production March 9th Roles open...Lilly, Sportin Life, Jim, Peter, Nelson, undertaker. Auditions Sept. 11. Youngstown, Ohio. If interested contact Karen Clark-Green Karengreen159(a)gmail.com for more info.

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Youth actors wanted
by dave banks via NEohioPAL 22 Aug '17

22 Aug '17

Auditions for the CenterStage production of Charles Dicken’s “A Christmas Carol” will be held this Thursday and Friday from 2:45-5pm at Walsh Jesuit High School. We are casting child actors for the roles of Tiny Tim, Belinda Cratchit (9 years old), Frederick Cratchit(8 years old), and Harriet Cratchit(7 years old). Interested actors should prepare a short, one minute sample of their acting skills and bring a resume or full contact information with them to the audition. Rehearsals will begin mid September. Show dates are November 16-19 with preview show on November 15 and dress rehearsals on November 13 and 14. To confirm your audition time, please contact David Banks, director at banks(a)walshjesuit.org.

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Amalgam Arts & Wellness Sessions in Acting and Dance
by Andrea Belser via NEohioPAL 22 Aug '17

22 Aug '17

Amalgam Arts & Wellness offers private and semiprivate sessions in acting and various dance forms. Whether you have always wanted to try, are a veteran to performing arts, or need something different and fun, Amalgam Arts & Wellness is the place for you. Run by Executive Artistic Director Andrea McCormick, we believe that the arts are therapeutic, an outlet and alternative way of wellness. You are welcome with open arms regardless of age, abilities, or experience. Visit our website at www.AmalgamArtsWellness.com<http://www.AmalgamArtsWellness.com> or email us at AmalgamArtsWellness(a)outlook.com<mailto:AmalgamArtsWellness@outlook.com> for pricing and more information. (Sessions most likely held at The Lakewood Young Filmmakers Academy unless otherwise negotiated) PS: check out our Rhythm Nation dance series! Our next session, Musical Theater Dance, is August 26th at 1pm in the Olmsted Community Center; then we move on to Salsa Dance in September at the Lakewood Young Filmmakers Academy. Stay tuned for more details! Sincerely, Andrea Belser McCormick Performing Artist/Instructor and Reiki Practitioner www.AndreaRBelser.com<http://www.AndreaRBelser.com> www.AmalgamArtsWellness.com<http://www.AmalgamArtsWellness.com> Get Outlook<https://aka.ms/qtex0l> for iOS

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Reiki: A Holistic Treatment for Everyone
by Andrea Belser via NEohioPAL 22 Aug '17

22 Aug '17

Reiki is a healing technique based on the Japanese principle that energy can be passed by means of touch, to activate the natural healing processes of the body and restore physical and emotional well-being. It is a safe holistic way of bringing better health and wellness to the mind, body, and spirit for anyone, regardless of age, ailment, or spiritual beliefs. Certified in Level III Reiki, Andrea McCormick can assist you with easing of stress, pain relief, and managing various illnesses. Email AmalgamArtsWellness(a)outlook.com<mailto:AmalgamArtsWellness@outlook.com> for more information or to set up an appointment. Sincerely, Andrea Belser McCormick Performing Artist/Instructor and Reiki Practitioner www.AndreaRBelser.com<http://www.AndreaRBelser.com> www.AmalgamArtsWellness.com<http://www.AmalgamArtsWellness.com> Get Outlook<https://aka.ms/qtex0l> for iOS

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LOOKING FOR YOUTH DANCE CLASSES? OPEN HOUSE EVENT THURSDAY!
by Rebecca Leuszler via NEohioPAL 22 Aug '17

22 Aug '17

THE MOVEMENT PROJECTSCHOOL OF DANCE OPEN HOUSE & REGISTRATION EVENTS PILGRIM CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH, 2592 W 14TH STREET, TREMONT OHIO 44113 AUGUST 24TH 5:00 - 8:00 PMAUGUST 26TH 11:00 - 2:00 PMSEPTEMBER 7TH 5:00 - 8:00 PM DANCE EDUCATION PROGRAMSYOUTH PROGRAMS (AGE 4-8) CREATIVE MOVEMENT (AGE 4-5) CLASS DAY/TIME: TUESDAYS 5:00 - 5:45 PM CREATIVE MOVEMENT & BALLET COMBO (AGE 6-8) CLASS DAY/TIME: THURSDAYS 5:00 - 6:00 PM PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS (AGE 9-18) LEVEL I (AGE 9-13) - 2 CLASSES CLASS DAY/TIME: TUESDAYS BALLET I (6:00 - 7:00 PM) MODERN I (7:00 - 8:00 PM) LEVEL II (AGE 14-18) - 2 CLASSES CLASS DAY/TIME: THURSDAYS BALLET II (6:00 - 7:00 PM) MODERN II (7:00 - 8:00 PM) ENROLL TODAY BY VISITING THIS LINK HTTP://WWW. THEMOVEMENTPROJECT.ORG/SCHOOL-OF-DANCE/ <http://www.themovementproject.org/school-of-dance/> SCHOOL CONTACTS PHONE: (216) 694-8241 EMAIL: SOD(a)THEMOVEMENTPROJECT.ORG <sod(a)themovementproject.org>

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Alphabet Theatre Auditions, 8/26, 2-5pm, Christ Presbyterian Church, Chesterland
by Mr Bob via NEohioPAL 22 Aug '17

22 Aug '17

AUDITIONS! Saturday, August 26th 2pm - 5pm Christ Presbyterian Church 12419 Chillicothe Road, Chesterland Open to ALL students grades 6-12 For Fiddler on the Roof * (Pending License Agreement with Music Theatre International) Book By Joseph Stein Music by Jerry Bock Lyrics by Sheldon Harnick . Come ready to sing a verse from 'America the Beautiful' OR 'My Country Tis of Thee' (your choice) . Dress for movement and improv - There will be dancing! J . We are a "No Cut" theatre group, so EVERYONE will get a part. . Show dates are November 10, 11, 17, 18* . Rehearsals are Full Cast on Saturdays from 2-5pm, and then specific characters and groups will be called for rehearsals either on Tuesdays or Thursdays, 7-9pm, according to need and availability . Bring a calendar so you can let us know your availability for rehearsals. Find us on Facebook: Alphabet Theatre Find us on the Web: <http://www.alphabettheatre.com> www.alphabettheatre.com For more information, contact us at <mailto:info@alphabettheatre.com> info(a)alphabettheatre.com *Pending licensing agreement with Music Theatre International

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