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LILLIAN PYLES CASTING / KARAMU
by via NEohioPAL 24 Aug '17

24 Aug '17

KARAMU NOW ACCEPTING SUBMISSIONS FOR THE LAKE EFFECT Seeking Equity and non-Equity actors for THE LAKE EFFECT by Rajiv Joseph, produced in collaboration with Ensemble Theatre. APPOINTMENTS For an appointment, please submit the following materials information to casting(a)karamuhouse.org: • a current headshot and up-to-date resume with accurate contact information • the SHOW(s) and ROLE(s) you would like to be considered for (see below for BREAKDOWNS) • your current status with Actors' Equity Association union (i.e. AEA/non-AEA) If you are unable to attend the audition, please email your headshot and resume to casting(a)karamuhouse.org along with a request to submit a video audition. Please make note of your union status when submitting. All roles are available. ABOUT THE PLAY During a fierce winter storm, estranged siblings reunite in their father’s restaurant amid pungent memories of tandoors and tikka masala. When a regular customer claims to know much of their family’s history, the siblings are forced to consider the future of the business. This 2010 Pulitzer Prize finalist serves up a spicy menu of family secrets, sibling rivalry and an unlikely friendship. PREPARATION Audition appointments are TEN minutes long. Please prepare ONE contemporary monologue not to exceed THREE minutes. Finally, please bring three copies of your headshot and resume (stapled together) to your audition time. Sides will be made available after your submission is received. COMPENSATION All actors receive compensation for their work in our productions. Equity members appear under a GA Tier 2 contract. Non-Equity actors receive a modest stipend. AUDITION DATE: Tuesday August 29th, 2017 PRODUCTION DATES Rehearsals: Oct. 2 – 25, 2017 Performances: Oct. 26 – Nov. 12, 2017 SETTING Cleveland, 2010. ROLES** VIJAY: (Male, mid/late-30s, Indian-American/South Asian.) Born and raised in Cleveland, his father was born in Calcutta. He is a tightly-wound, recently unemployed stock broker, estranged from his father. Hasn't seen his sister Priya in many years. PRIYA: (Female, early/mid-30s, Indian-American/South Asian.) Born and raised in Cleveland, her father was born in Calcutta. Vijay’s younger sister. Currently in a rocky marriage. Perhaps a bit spoiled, makes decisions based on superficial things. BERNARD: (Male, mid/late-30s, African-American.) Good-hearted but naïve. Suffered a head injury in the past—hasn’t really recovered from it. Unlikely friend of Priya and Vijay's father. ** There will be one AEA contract available for this production.

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Filmmaking Classes For Kids - $20 off your first class!
by Lakewood Young Filmmakers Academy via NEohioPAL 24 Aug '17

24 Aug '17

Unleash your child's inner Spielberg! Are your kids looking for something fun and unique to do after school? Do they have an interest in filmmaking? We are pleased to announce that enrollment is now open for fall classes at Lakewood Young Filmmakers Academy! The classes being offered this fall are: - Film Appreciation - Intro to Film Production - Intro to Screenwriting - Intro to Editing - and Live From Lakewood: Intro to Sketch Comedy Classes, which begin September 11, are taught by award winning industry professionals, are held once a week for four weeks M-TH You can read full class descriptions and enroll at www.lakewoodyfa.com Use the coupon code FIRST CLASS to receive $20 off your first enrollment!

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PAID POSITION – STAGE MANAGER – BECK CENTER YOUTH THEATER
by Jonathan Kronenberger via NEohioPAL 24 Aug '17

24 Aug '17

Beck Center for the Arts’ Youth Theater is accepting resumes for Stage Managers for two upcoming shows in the 2017-2018 Youth Theater Season. This is a paid position (modest flat fee per production). Please email cover letter and resume to Jonathan Kronenberger at jkronenberger(a)beckcenter.org<mailto:jkronenberger@beckcenter.org>. Please indicate for which shows you are interested and available. If you have expressed interest before and are available, please feel free to re-contact me and let me know. The 2017-2018 Beck Center Youth Theater Season: YOUTH THEATER SHOW #1: MACKEY STAGE SNOW WHITE’S ADVENTURES Writing and Direction by Russel Stich Student Matinee: Thursday, October 26, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. Friday, October 27, 2017 at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, October 28, 2017 at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, October 29, at 3:00 p.m. When the vain Queen and her two sisters imprison every maiden in the village and place them under the care of the cursed Beatrice and Bianca, Snow White's Adventures are only beginning. A pair of lumberjacks, the royal wizard, a less-than-heroic-prince, a wise cracking mirror and seven unique individuals all cross paths with Snow White. Will she survive long enough to rescue the girls? Come join us for this exciting reimagining of the beloved children’s fairy tale and find out! Auditions are open to students ages 6 – 19.* Auditions: Saturday, September 16 & Sunday, September 17, 2017 Callbacks: Monday, September 18, 2017 YOUTH THEATER SHOW #2: STUDIO THEATER ALL GREEK TO ME Writing and Direction by Rachel Spence Open Pandora’s Box again and witness this zany re-telling of all your favorite Greek Mythology legends. From Athena to Zeus, you will encounter gods, mortals, monsters and heroes. These classic stories get a comedic spin from our resident playwright, Rachel Spence, as Beck Center’s youngest actors put their Midas Touch to this original comedy based on these memorable myths. Fridays, December 8 & 15, 2017 at 7:30 p.m. Saturdays, December 9 & 16, 2017 at 7:30 p.m. Sundays, December 10 & 17, 2017 at 3:00 p.m. Student Matinee: Thursday, December 14, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. Auditions are open to students ages 6 – 12.* Auditions: Saturday, October 7 & Sunday, October 8, 2017 Callbacks: Monday, October 9 * * * * * Beck Center is located at 17801 Detroit Avenue in Lakewood, Ohio. Beck Center for the Arts is a not-for-profit 501(c)3 organization that offers professional theater productions on two stages, arts education programming in dance, music, theater, visual arts, early childhood, and creative arts therapies for special needs students, and gallery exhibits featuring local and regional artists. For more information about the Beck Center, visit our website at www.beckcenter.org<http://www.beckcenter.org>. Jonathan Kronenberger Associate Director, Theater Education [Screen shot 2012-08-06 at 6.45.20 AM.png] 17801 Detroit Avenue, Lakewood, Ohio 44107 beckcenter.org<http://www.beckcenter.org/> | 216.521.2540 | Fax 216.521.2110 2017-2018 YOUTH & TEEN THEATER SEASON: SNOW WHITE'S ADVENTURES (October 26 - 29, 2017) ALL GREEK TO ME (December 8 - 17, 2017) THE LARAMIE PROJECT (March 2 - 11, 2018) ANNIE (May 11 - 20, 2018)

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Listen to NEO actor Geoff Knox talk about the craft on the newest episode of Backstage Buddies!
by Jason Leupold via NEohioPAL 24 Aug '17

24 Aug '17

Hello, NEOhioPAL! Do you enjoy theatre? How about talk about Art and how we create and consume it, especially in the NEO market? Maybe you'd like some talk about superheroes and their artistic merits? Perhaps some chatter about social issues in and around the Arts is enticing, too? And would you enjoy all of that from the perspective of two area professional performers and goofballs? If any or all of that sounds like something you'd fancy, then tune into the podcast Backstage Buddies! Join local professionals Jason Leupold and Joe Pine each week on Equity Monday as they talk about creating and consuming art, but with a healthy dose of irreverent silly chatter. This week, they're joined by fellow actor and NEO superstar Geoff Knox to talk about acting, Shakespeare, the importance of a focusing practice, and more! You can subscribe (or just listen) on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/backstage-buddies/id1207661096 Not an iTunes fan? Don't worry, we're also on Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Ivbvby74odlnavsdoajljpw5yuy? t=Backstage_Buddies New episodes are uploaded Mondays. You can also find and/or reach us at the following places: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1394071373939047/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/BackstageBuds Gmail: backstagebuddiescast(a)gmail.com SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/backstagebuddies Thanks so much; we hope you enjoy! [*Exit, Pursued by a Bear*]

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After School Filmmaking Classes For Kids and Teens! $20 Off Your First Class!
by Lakewood Young Filmmakers Academy via NEohioPAL 24 Aug '17

24 Aug '17

Unleash your child's inner Spielberg! Are your kids looking for something fun and unique to do after school? Do they have an interest in filmmaking? We are pleased to announce that enrollment is now open for fall classes at Lakewood Young Filmmakers Academy! The classes being offered this fall are: - Film Appreciation - Intro to Film Production - Intro to Screenwriting - Intro to Editing - and Live From Lakewood: Intro to Sketch Comedy Classes, which begin September 11, are taught by award winning industry professionals, are held once a week for four weeks M-TH. You can read full class descriptions and enroll at www.lakewoodyfa.com Use the coupon code FIRST CLASS to receive $20 off your first enrollment!

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Skyview Lodge Event Center
by Linda Hudson via NEohioPAL 24 Aug '17

24 Aug '17

HELP WANTED - Seasonal - Part-Time $8.75 to start with potential up to $12 per hr. Skyview Lodge Event Center - Brunswick, Ohio Since 1969 - Skyview Lodge is a family owned/operated rural recreation area and event center. We specialize in Wedding Receptions, parties, events, hall rental, and rural recreation. We are a seasonal facility. Hours of work are directly affected by bookings, hall rentals, and events. Perfect candidate must have flexible hours and willing to adjust work schedule based on hours of availability. Part-time seasonal position. Duties include: Cleaning and setting up for events, Cleaning Bathrooms, toilets, sinks etc., Cleaning and setting up kitchen and hall, Cutting fruits and vegetables and kitchen prep work, safe serve knowledge helpful. Serving food at the events, Dish washing, Busing and waitress, All aspects of food preparation. May include bar tending, serving and assisting the bar staff. Must wear uniform, white shirt, black pants or other uniform as provided. May include: Mopping and waxing floors, Cleaning windows, Cleaning deck, Cleaning bar area, coffee machines, Taking out garbage, Cleaning grounds and gazebo, Setting up chairs for events at the gazebo. General Maintenance of the building and grounds. D.J. Assistant includes: Assisting with announcements. Helping to coordinate the day of the event. Must have the ability to speak in front of an audience - a people person with skills to interact with the wedding planner and the guests. Interested Parties can contact us via e-mail at Skyshop1(a)aol.com <mailto:Skyshop1@aol.com> Send resume or letter of interest. Linda C. Hudson, Manager Skyview Lodge Event Center 336 Pearl Road, Brunswick, Ohio 44212 Skyshop1(a)aol.com <mailto:Skyshop1@aol.com> www.skyviewlodge1969.com <http://www.skyviewlodge1969.com> Office: 330-225-8345

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AUDITIONS- The Colored Museum, presented by Tri-C
by Astrid Jobe via NEohioPAL 24 Aug '17

24 Aug '17

*The Tri-C Theatre Arts Department announces* AUDITIONS *The Colored Museum**By George C. Wolfe Directed by Tony Sias* *Tuesday, September 5th- 6:30pm * *Tri-C WESTERN Campus Theatre * *11000 Pleasant Valley Rd., Parma, Ohio 44130* *Wednesday, September 6th- 6:30pm * *Tri-C METRO Mainstage Theatre* *2900 Community College Ave., Cleveland, Ohio 44115* *Thursday, September 7th - 6:30pm * *Tri-C EAST Mandel Theatre* *4250 Richmond Rd., Highland Hills, Ohio 44122* *Callbacks by invitation: September 12th – 6:30pm* *Rehearsals: Begin September 18th * *Performances: Oct 26-28 at the Western Campus Theatre and Nov. 2-4 at Playhouse Square* *Audition requirements:* Please bring a headshot and resume (if available). Be prepared to improvise, and dressed to move. No monologue or appointment is necessary. *There will be a gospel choir.* *Seeking a versatile cast of 14 – 20 men and women, ages 18 – 50.* *Written by the Tony Award-winning playwright and director, George C. Wolfe, The Colored Museum is comprised of 11 scenes or "exhibits," through which the audience is taken on a journey of oppression and racism in a comedic yet thought provokingly impactful fashion. The play explores and satirizes prominent themes and identities of African-American culture, re-defining our ideas of what it means to be black in contemporary America.* Cuyahoga Community College is dedicated to diversity in casting. For questions or more information, please email teresa.wachala(a)tri-c.edu <teresa.wachala(a)tri-c.edu>

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Industry Night at Mamai: $10 tickets to A DOLL'S HOUSE...Final 4 performances this weekend!
by Christine via NEohioPAL 24 Aug '17

24 Aug '17

Industry Night: Thursday, August 24th! $10 Tickets to all AEA, EMC, SAG-AFTRA, Northeast Ohio theatres' staff, area theatre educators! Enter Code: "AEA" on show page at www.playhousesquare.org or pay at the door! "A standout production not to be missed...brought to rousing life by the Mamai Theatre Company...under the emotionally astute direction of Christine McBurney." ~ Cleveland Plain Dealer <http://mamaitheatreco.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=4bc591b0401de41ac0c…> "A stellar production by Mamai." Cleveland Scene Magazine <http://mamaitheatreco.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=4bc591b0401de41ac0c…> *"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://mamaitheatreco.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=4bc591b0401de41ac0c…>* *" A...first-rate cast that makes each character live...An excellent production in a perfect venue...great theater." ~Cool Cleveland* <http://mamaitheatreco.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=4bc591b0401de41ac0c…> *Listen here <http://mamaitheatreco.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=4bc591b0401de41ac0c…> to an WCLV/WCPN Ideastream interview with actors Anjanette Hall (Nora) and Abraham Adams (Thorwald).* *Click here for trailer <https://youtu.be/6ZgKH44WGG8>.* *Click here for photos <https://www.facebook.com/pg/MamaiTheatreCo/photos/?tab=album&album_id=16293…>.* 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+ August 9 - 27, 2017 "Doll's House, A (Wilder)” is presented by special arrangement with SAMUEL FRENCH, INC *Member Actors’ Equity Association +Equity Member Candidate Wednesdays-Saturdays at 7:30pm, Sundays at 2:30pm, The Helen Rosenfeld Lewis Bialosky Lab Theatre 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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Karamu Announces Casting for SIMPLY SIMONE
by Nathan Lilly via NEohioPAL 24 Aug '17

24 Aug '17

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE AUGUST 23, 2017 COMPLETE CASTING ANNOUNCED FOR KARAMU'S SIMPLY SIMONE (Cleveland, Ohio) Karamu House, the oldest multicultural performing arts center in the country, continues its mission to produce socially-relevant, professional-quality entertainment. Karamu President + CEO Tony F. Sias announced today complete casting for the regional premiere of SIMPLY SIMONE: THE MUSIC OF NINA SIMONE, created by Robert Neblett and David Grapes, with musical arrangements by Vince di Mura. Directed by Caroline Jackson Smith, the cast features Sheffia Randall Dooley, Afia Mensa, CorLesia Smith, and Mariama Whyte all appearing as the music sensation and American icon Nina Simone at various stages of her life. With music direction by Ed Ridley, Jr., SIMPLY SIMONE opens in the historic Jelliffe Theatre in Cleveland, Ohio on September 14, 2017 and runs through October 8, 2017. For tickets, visit www.karamuhouse.org<http://www.karamuhouse.org> or call 216.795.7077. Child prodigy. Jazz superstar. Civil rights activist. Political exile. Nina Simone was all of these things and more. One of the true divas of the twentieth century and a genuine musical powerhouse, Nina Simone defined a generation and defied classification. Silky, soulful and untamed, her voice will put a spell on you. Based on the turbulent life and rich artistic legacy of this musical genius, the score features definitive Nina Simone hits, such as "The Look of Love," "Sinner Man," "To Be Young, Gifted, and Black" and "Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood." SIMPLY SIMONE received its world premiere at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro in 2008. Subsequent performances have been produced at Paul Robeson Theatre (Buffalo, NY), Kennedy Center's Page to Stage Festival (DC), Hattiloo Theatre (Memphis, TN), Atlanta's Theatrical Outfit, and Houston's Ensemble Theatre among others. This production launches Karamu's 102nd consecutive season of producing theatre. It also marks the last play to be produced in the Jelliffe Theatre before the extensive renovation of the historic venue begins later this fall. Highlights of Karamu's 2017-2018 theatre season includes: the Ohio premiere of THE LAKE EFFECT by Rajiv Joseph, the regional premiere of SASSY MAMAS by Celeste Bedford Walker, the American premiere of THE ADVENTURES OF THE BLACK GIRL IN HER SEARCH FOR GOD by Lisa Codrington, and PASSING STRANGE written by Stew and Heidi Rodewald. For more information, visit via www.karamuhouse.org<http://www.karamuhouse.org>. ###

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Headshots by Lavar Elliott Photography
by Lavar Elliott via NEohioPAL 24 Aug '17

24 Aug '17

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