August 2017 - NEohioPAL - lists.neohiopal.org

HOT READ HERE
by Joseph Bauer via NEohioPAL 20 Aug '17

20 Aug '17

*Occupation Wiseguy*, a novel by native Cleveland author Joey Bauer, on Amazon kindle now, is a must read! Based on a true story, it revisits the glory days when our fair city’s colorful home-grown gangster elite: the anti-heroes, Angelo Lonardo, John Licavoli, John Scalish, Frank Broncato, Shondor Birns, Al Polizzi, Tommy Mc Ginty, and their entourage were rock stars and explosive mob enforcer, the much feared Big Ange De Nello, was the first one they called and the last man you want to meet; he was bullet proof, until iconic New York hitman Crazy Joe Gallo brought his gun to town, and then he wasn’t. Other invited guests at Big Ange’s exclusive surprise party included the three kings: Meyer Lansky, Lucky Luciano and Bugsy Siegel, and there were fireworks at the end to send him off with a bang.

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Rare Form Improv at CPA 8/26!
by Don Mitri via NEohioPAL 20 Aug '17

20 Aug '17

Rare Form brings high energy, physical and hysterical improv to the Reserve Hall Theater! The show combines game structures similar to "Whose Line Is It Anyway" along with audience participation. Check out some of Cleveland's hottest improv performers as they take your suggestions and create completely unscripted improvised scenes. Date: August 26, 2017 Show time is 8:30pm Doors open at 8:00pm Admission: $5.00 (Cash Only) ***BOGO Improv for the month of August. Buy one ticket and get one free*** Reserve Tickets: (440) 471-1045 or online improv(a)cpacleveland.org Walkups are always welcome! For all CPA information: www.cpacleveland.org <https://www.google.com/url?q=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cpacleveland.org&sa=D&usd=2&u…> Free parking is always available in the Mayfield Village Civic Center lot. **Parking lot is located behind Heinens grocery store at the corner of Wilson Mills and Som Center Rd.** **Entrance to the parking lot is off Wilson Mills Comedy Project Alliance Mayfield Village Civic Center (Reserve Theater) 6622 Wilson Mills Rd Mayfield Village, Oh 44143 <https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campai…> Virus-free. www.avast.com <https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campai…> <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2>

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AUDITIONS for The Complete Works of William Shakespeare [Abridged] Monday and Tuesday!
by Christopher Bizub via NEohioPAL 20 Aug '17

20 Aug '17

AUDITIONS The Complete Works of William Shakespeare {Abridged} (Revised) By Adam Long, Daniel Singer, & Jess Winfield Directed by Chris Bizub PERFORMING: October 20th-October 29th 2017 Fri & Sat @ 8pm and Sun @ 2pm (Performances will take place at Strongsville High School (the little theater) 20025 Lunn Rd. Strongsville, OH 44149.) AUDITION DATES: Mon, Aug. 21st, 2017, 7pm - 9pm Tues, Aug. 22nd, 2017, 7pm - 9pm *Auditions are open - no reservation required* PREPARATION: Auditions will consist of readings from the script & some improvisational activities. *A short prepared Shakespearean monologue is appreciated, but is not required. WHAT TO BRING: A headshot and resume A list of your Sept-Oct 2017 conflicts CALLBACKS: Weds, Aug 23rd, 2017 7-9pm, if needed. (invitation only) AUDITION LOCATION: Strongsville Senior Center 18100 Royalton Road Strongsville, OH 44149 (behind the Target) info(a)StrongsvilleCommunityTheatre.com REHEARSALS Mon–Thurs, September 25 - October 20, 2016 (there may be a few preliminary rehearsals prior to Sept 25, but not many) AVAILABLE ROLES: 3 Actors or Actresses – Each performer can be any age or gender, must have improvisational skills, strong comedic timing, and be somewhat familiar with Shakespearean language/style. SYNOPSIS: All 37 Plays in 97 Minutes! An irreverent, fast-paced romp through the Bard’s plays, The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) was London’s longest-running comedy having clocked a very palpable nine years in London’s West End at the Criterion Theatre! Join these madcap men in tights as they weave their wicked way through all of Shakespeare’s Comedies, Histories and Tragedies in one wild ride that will leave you breathless and helpless with laughter. Warning! This show is a high-speed roller-coaster type condensation of all of Shakespeare’s plays, and is not recommended for people with heart ailments, bladder problems, inner-ear disorders, outer-ear disorders, Shakespearean scholars, degrees in Elizabethan history and/or people inclined to motion sickness. The RSC cannot be held responsible for expectant mothers! If you have any questions or cannot attend auditions, but would still like to set up a time to audition, please feel free to contact the director at cmb164(a)zips.uakron.edu for more information.

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DUE 8/21/17: Playmakers Youth Leadership Development Program Applications
by Rachel Zake via NEohioPAL 20 Aug '17

20 Aug '17

Good Morning!! For those of you (or your kids) in grades 10-12 this fall… Reminder that applications for the Playmakers Leadership Development Program are due tomorrow!! Questions? Please email: rzake(a)mandeljcc.org Applications are due tomorrow end of day. Description: This program is designed to help teach positive leadership skills to students in grades 10-12 through the lens of theatre. These skills are transferable and can be used in college and any job outside of the theatre world. Skills include but are not limited to: working with peers, child development, understanding your leadership style and the styles of those around you, conflict resolution, and many more. Please click below for more information and the application form. Link to Apply: Playmakers Youth Theatre - Get Involved | | | | | | | | | | | Playmakers Youth Theatre - Get Involved Cleveland's Mandel JCC offers a new state-of-the-art fitness center and Beachwood gym with swimming, prescho... | | | |

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ACTORS AND CREWS NEEDED FOR A FEATURE FILM - THE POSITIONS WILL BE PAID
by Mod Boonyakanoke via NEohioPAL 20 Aug '17

20 Aug '17

It's a film, with substance and an entertaining value, that I hope can inspire many people. Age doesn't have to be so precise as specified. It's more of what you look like in real life. The credits are not important. I just want people that can play the roles. Don't act just do, and it's believable. Please send pictures of your head shot, and full body with no touch up or photoshop. A demo reel or something that I can see your performance will be very helpful. Send to : modboonyakanoke(a)gmail.com Thank you very much, Mod. 1. *MALE PRINCIPAL ROLE #1* : age 38 - 50, height 5' 10' to 6' 2" Good posture, in good shape, decent look. Clean and classy. Be able to kiss and hold a woman. Can do some dances. Can cry (eyes well up). Has good back to carry a small woman. 2. *MALE PRINCIPAL ROLE #2* : age 38 - 50. Can show anger and hatred, and cry ( eyes well up) *Antagonist* 3. *MALE ROLE #1* : age 30-50. Can make audiences laugh by his gestures and the way he talks. 4. *MALE ROLE #2* : age late 60's - 75. clean classy, not big and tall nor overweight. 5. *MALE ROLE #3* : age 30-45 to play a sloppy detective. Can climb a tree, and fall down from a spot that's low to the ground. 6. *MALE ROLE #4* : age 30-45 strong, in good shape and can run while carrying male role # 2. 7. *MALE ROLE #5* : age 28-38 to play an attractive medical student. (3 scenes) 8. *MALE ROLE # 6* : age 30-50 Can do a fight scene , and know how to fall down. (1 scenes) 9. *FEMALE ROLE #1* : age 30's - 40's . Can make audiences laugh with her gestures, and the way she talks. Okay to be without make-up one time. 10.* FEMALE ROLE #2 *: A petite Asian ( Oriental is more preferable) woman age mid 30's-40's (3 scenes) 11. *FEMALE ROLE #3* : 30's - 40's. Busty medical student . (nothing to be exposed) Can show envy. (2 scenes) 12. *FEMALE ROLE #4* : 30's - 45. Can show jealousy and envy. (2 scenes) 13. *FEMALE ROLE # 5* : to play a newscaster. Good posture, clearly speaking. (2 scenes) 14.* FEMALE ROLE # 6* : to play a nosy secretary who can make audiences laugh while she is being nosy. (2 scenes) 15. *A FEMALE PSYCHOTHERAPY PATIENT * age 20's -40's (1 scene) 16. *A COP *(1 scenes)

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Final Week for Mamaí's A DOLL'S HOUSE!
by Christine McBurney via NEohioPAL 20 Aug '17

20 Aug '17

*"A stellar production by Mamai." ~Cleveland Scene <http://raveandpan.blogspot.com/2017/08/a-dolls-house-mamai-theatre-company.…>* *"A smart and stirring turn under Christine McBurney’s fast-paced and quietly gripping direction. An iconic piece of theater not to be missed." ~Cleveland Jewish News <http://m.clevelandjewishnews.com/columnists/mamai-s-a-doll-s-house-a-quietl…>* *" A...first-rate cast that makes each character live...An excellent production in a perfect venue...great theater." ~Cool Cleveland <http://coolcleveland.com/2017/08/theater-review-dolls-house-mamai-theatre-l…>* Click here for trailer <https://youtu.be/6ZgKH44WGG8>. Click here for photos <https://www.facebook.com/pg/MamaiTheatreCo/photos/?tab=album&album_id=16293…> . Imagine a devoted wife and mother who makes an unexpected journey to an unplanned exit with a famous door slam heard around the world. Ibsen’s 1870s classic reshaped through a 1937 adaptation by American master Thornton Wilder takes audiences on a suspenseful ride to the edge of a gaping precipice of personal discovery that has a potential gain so great, that even a mother’s love and a wife’s duty can be swayed to sacrifice. "A solitary soul is heard gasping as if her last breath were at hand." ~The New York Times A DOLL’S HOUSE by Henrik Ibsen, adapted by Thornton Wilder Directed by Christine McBurney Scenic design by Don McBride Lighting design by Marcus Dana Costume Design by Kristine Davies Sound Design by Richard Ingraham Properties Design by Monica Plunkett with: Abraham Adams+, Mary Alice Beck, John Busser, Anjanette Hall*, Tim Keo+ & Rachel Lee Kolis+ "Doll's House, A (Wilder)” is presented by special arrangement with SAMUEL FRENCH, INC. *Member Actors’ Equity Association +Equity Member Candidate August 9 - 27, 2017 Wednesdays-Saturdays at 7:30pm, Sundays at 2:30pm, The Helen Rosenfeld Lewis Bialosky Lab Theatre On August 20, a post-show talkback event will be held with the director and cast. You can still play a role in Mamai's move to Playhouse Square by becoming a subscriber, donor, or sponsor. Click here <http://www.mamaitheatreco.org/tickets-2017> to make an on-line tax-deductible donation! Tickets on sale at 216.241.6000 <(216)%20241-6000> or www.playhousesquare.org Student Discount $18: Enter Discount Code "1STU." Senior Discount $30: Enter Discount Code "1SEN." More at www.mamaitheatreco.org

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Workshop Players' "You're A Good Man Charlie Brown" Opens September 14
by Workshop Players via NEohioPAL 19 Aug '17

19 Aug '17

Workshop Players Theatre presents *You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown* Based on the Comic Strip by Charles M. Schultz; Book, Music and Lyrics by Clark Gesner; Additional Music by Michael Mayer; Additional Music and Lyrics by Andrew Lippa Back from the 80s, Workshop Players serves up something for the whole family as America’s favorite gang gets together again. Charlie Brown (Kevin Cline), Schroeder (Matt Tomecko), Lucy (Alicia Fogal), Linus (Matt Cuffari), Snoopy (Brett Heidinger) and Sally (Shelbey Linder) bring pangs of nostalgia into audience members’ hearts. This delightful collection of vignettes with these characters, who have been woven into the fabric of our lives, features smiles, inviting songs and familiar messages. *You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown*, under the direction of Kristina Rivera, will enchant and amuse all lucky enough to be in attendance. As Tim Gunn would say, “It’s a make it work moment.” Due to the sudden, unexpected passing of Jim Nichols, our former director Jarred Nichol's father*, You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown *has had to have some changes in personnel. Given that the show must go on, Workshop Players wants to extend special thanks to those who have stepped up to make sure that it does: Kristina Rivera, director; Matt Cuffari, Linus; Shelbey Linder, Sally; Dave MacKeigan, lighting designer; Dan Marchand, set coordinator; and Dave Coxe, accompanist. Special thanks also go out to Kevin Cline and his extended family for all kinds of work behind the scenes. *DUE TO THE ABOVE CIRCUMSTANCES THE SHOW DATES HAVE BEEN PUSHED BACK A WEEK.* *YOU’RE A GOOD MAN CHARLIE BROWN WILL OPEN SEPT. 14 AND * *RUN SEPT. 15 AND 16; SEPT. 22, 23, 24 and SEPT. 29, 30 AND OCT. 1.* *Please note time changes: The Thursday, Friday and Saturday performances are now at 7:30 p.m. * *Sunday matinees are still at 3 p.m.* Call our box office at (440) 988-5613 for tickets. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for children up to age 15. Group rates available. Doors open 45 minutes before show time. Box Office: 440-988-5613 <%28440%29%20988-5613> • www.workshopplayers.com -- Workshop Players 44820 Middle Ridge Road, Amherst, OH 44001 Box Office: 440-988-5613 (Box Office hours: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.) contact(a)workshopplayers.com www.workshopplayers.com "If all the world's a stage, I want better lighting!"

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PIANO/VOICE/ORGAN LESSONS WITH A LOS ANGELES PROFESSIONAL
by CVActor via NEohioPAL 19 Aug '17

19 Aug '17

I'm not sure how many subscribers still get this list in Los Angeles, but maybe you have friends who do. My friend, and friend of my radio show - The Ray Carr Show, Scott Baker is a consummate professional in the LA Area, who teaches Voice, Piano and Organ, and has some openings for new students. What he doesn't have is e-mail access, unfortunately, or he would be posting this himself. He has asked me to post this on our list for anyone who is looking for an instructor in Voice, Organ and/or Piano: PIANO - VOICE - ORGAN LESSONS / IN YOUR HOME - ALL AGES AND LEVELSSTUDY WITH A PRO WITH A HEART SCOTT BAKER - 818-763-5747 If you'd like to know more about him, Scott's Facebook profile is here: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100011568602348 I can't recommend him highly enough for anyone in the LA Area. Cindi Verbelun | | Virus-free. www.avast.com |

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RHINOCEROS by Eugene Ionesco open Fri, Aug 25 at convergence-continuum
by convergence-continuum via NEohioPAL 19 Aug '17

19 Aug '17

ABSURDIST COMEDY ‘RHINOCEROS’ BY EUGENE IONESCO OPENS FRI, AUG 25 AT CONVERGENCE-CONTINUUM Convergence-continuum presents the classic absurdist comedy RHINOCEROS, opening Fri, Aug 25. When a brutish rhinoceros storms through their quiet neighborhood, the townsfolk are alarmed, but gradually become supporters of rhino-ism and one by one begin to turn into rhinoceroses themselves. Will the few hold-outs be able to resist the rhino’s despicable impulses, or become part of the mindless herd? A classic absurdist comedy that is a parable that remains universal and particularly timely today. RHINOCEROS is directed by Jonathan Wilhelm and features actors Tom Kondilas, Mike Frye, Kayla Gray, Joe Milan, David Munnell, Jeanne Task, Rocky Encalada, Natalyn Baisden and Kim Woodworth. RHINOCEROS opens Friday, Aug 25 and runs Thurs-Sat at 8 pm through Sept 16 at con-con’s Liminis Theater, 2438 Scranton Rd, Cleveland 44113 in the historic Tremont neighborhood. Fri & Sat Tickets at $20 general admission, $25 seniors (65+), and $10 students, Thurs tickets at $15, $12 and $8 available at convergence-continuum.org [1] and 216-687-0074. WHO WILL JOIN THE HERD? WHO WILL RESIST? Links: ------ [1] http://convergence-continuum.org

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A Midsummer Night's Dream
by Marc Howard via NEohioPAL 19 Aug '17

19 Aug '17

***** AURORA COMMUNITY THEATRE ***** *Auditions for:* *A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S D**REAM* Rachel M. Murar, Director D. Keith Stiver, Producer *When: *Sun. Dec. 17th 2-5 pm, Mon. Dec. 18th 6:30-9:30, Callbacks Tues. Dec. 19th 6:30-9:30 pm. *Where: *115 E. Pioneer Trail, Aurora, OH 44202 *Looking for:* Ages 13 through Adult *What to Prepare: *Please bring a resume, headshot and prepare a 1-2-minute Shakespearean poem or monologue not from *A Midsummer Night’s Dream. * Dress comfortably for movement. *Rehearsals:* Will begin Tues. Jan. 16th. *Performances: *Fri. & Sat. Evenings 8 pm March 2nd - 10th Those who audition should be prepared to *stay for most of the 3-hour time frame*. The evening will consist of your *monologue*, *scene reading*, *movement *and *improvisation*. For questions or further information, contact the director at *r.m.murar(a)gmail.com <r.m.murar(a)gmail.com>*

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