January 2018 - NEohioPAL - lists.neohiopal.org

Male Role Auditions for Driving Miss Daisy
by Grey Forge LeFey 17 Jan '18

17 Jan '18

Gilda Shedstecker Presents! teams with Coming Together Stark County to present the Broadway and film classic Driving Miss Daisy. Director is Linda Alexander-Radak. Auditions for the roles of Hoke and Boolie will be held February 25 at 2 PM and February 27 at 7 PM at Avenue Arts Marketplace and Theatre, 324 Cleveland Avenue NW, Canton OH, 44702. Kitty Deames Burgett is cast as southern Jewish matriarch Daisy Werthan. Hoke is the iconic role of the chauffeur hired to escort Miss Werthan in her senior years who transforms her worldview. Boolie is Daisy's son. The action of the play takes place over a 30 year span. Actors will read from the script with Kitty Burgett. Show dates are April 13, 14, 20, 21 2018 at 7:00 PM. Each performance will include a Q&A by Coming Together Stark County discussing cultural changes over the 3 decades since the play was a hit on Broadway. For more info see Gilda Shedstecker Presents on Facebook or email Linda Alexander-Radak: linmist(a)sbcglobal.net

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Writers Group Therapy #19 - Animation & Diversity
by Tom Loveman 17 Jan '18

17 Jan '18

Happy New Year! Writers Helping Writers - that’s the goal of Writers Group Therapy, a new podcast co-hosted by myself, Tom Loveman, award-winning screenwriter and producer, and my co-host Rachanee Lumayno, an accomplished screenwriter, actor and producer. Our latest therapy session delves into diversity, and other social and political issues, found in animation. Is it easier to push a political or social agenda writing for animated films and TV shows than in writing for live action? You can find it and all previous sessions on our website: http://writersgrouptherapy.com/2018/01/session-19-animation-and-diversity/ Or listen and subscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/writers-group-therapy/id1278172671?mt=2 <https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/writers-group-therapy/id1278172671?mt=2> Or Google Play Podcasts: https://play.google.com/music/listen#/ps/Iklxtzeysefrqb2zd6giose5s4a <https://play.google.com/music/listen#/ps/Iklxtzeysefrqb2zd6giose5s4a> Or on Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/writers-group-therapy <https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/writers-group-therapy> Want us to discuss your pressing writing issue? Tweet us your show ideas! https://twitter.com/WGTherapy/ I hope you’ll tune in and subscribe! _______________________________ Tom Loveman Writer/Producer/Editor Loveman Media LLC email: tom(a)lovemanmedia.com <mailto:tom@lovemanmedia.com> facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LovemanMedia/ <https://www.facebook.com/LovemanMedia/> twitter: @tom_loveman ig: @tomloveman IMDB: www.imdb.me/tomloveman <http://www.imdb.me/tomloveman>

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BUY ONE, GET ONE FREE: Tickets to Brazil's sensational dance company, Grupo Corpo @ Playhouse Square
by Sarah Hricko 17 Jan '18

17 Jan '18

*Brazil's sensational contemporary dance company, Grupo Corpo*, will be heating up the stage at Playhouse Square's Ohio Theatre January 20th & 21st. Don't miss your chance to see the company that wowed the crowd at the 2106 Rio Olympics Closing Ceremony. SPECIAL TICKET OFFER: Use code *2TIX* when ordering online at www.playhousesquare.org or by calling 216-241-6000 <(216)%20241-6000> and receive *TWO TICKETS FOR THE PRICE OF ONE!! *You can get two tickets for as low as $25 total! What: Contemporary Dance Company, Grupo Corpo from Brazil Where: Playhouse Square Ohio Theatre When: Sat. Jan 20 7:30 pm & Sun Jan 21 3:00 pm

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TMPAC seeking stage manager, producer and costumer for inaugural production of Avow
by Claudia Lillibridge 17 Jan '18

17 Jan '18

TMPAC is seeking stage manager, producer and costumer for its inaugural production of Avow, directed by Claudia Lillibridge and opening May 4, 2018. Auditions are March 4 and 5, 2018. Interested parties can email resume and/or interest in being considered for above positions and/or being involved with TMPAC in any capacity to claudia(a)twinmasks.org. TMPAC is a 501c3 entity and all positions are volunteer, without stipend. For further information about TMPAC and its season, please visit www.twinmasks.org. Rights secured with permission from Dramatists Play Service.

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AUDITIONS- Electric Dread at Tri-C West
by Astrid Jobe 17 Jan '18

17 Jan '18

*Auditions! * The Tri-C Theatre Department announces auditions for the Western Campus Theatre production of: *Electric Dread * Written by Ian Moore, Directed by James Rankin The year is 2109 and Adrian 131-515-235 has just been assigned a career by the function center. He’s told he must press a single red button periodically throughout the day. No one will tell him what the button does, only that there are grave consequences for not complying… *ADRIAN*, An unconfident young man. In his early 20’s. *COMPUTER*, A caring nervous female machine. Her face is a screen that shows various cartoon faces. *FUNCTION MANAGER*, A very bored woman. Early 30’s to mid 50’s. Speaks with a British accent. *JAMES*, Very friendly man. In his mid 20’s. *CLAIRE*, A vacant young woman. In her Early 20’s. She looks to be very late into pregnancy. *DANIEL*, A deeply miserable mean spirited man. In his early to mid 30’s. *SAM*, A very religious woman. In her Mid 20’s. Speaks with a southern accent. *ERIC*, A passionately artistic man. Early 20’s. Dressed in a paint splattered white shirt. To be performed at Tri-C West Theatre February 21st – 25th *Auditions: Thursday, January 18th at 6pm at Tri-C WEST Theatre* 11000 West Pleasant Valley Road, Parma, OH 44130 *Audition requirements:* Please bring headshot and resume (if available), be prepared to read from the script, and be dressed to move. A monologue is not necessary, but welcome (60-90 seconds). No appointment needed. Auditions begin promptly at 6pm. *Cuyahoga Community College is dedicated to diversity in casting.*

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Lakeland Theatre: Merrily We Roll Along
by Martin Friedman 17 Jan '18

17 Jan '18

*Lakeland Civic Theatre presents* *Merrily We Roll Along* Music and Lyrics by *Stephen Sondheim* Book by *George Furth* Directed by *Martin Friedman* Musical Direction by *Jordan Cooper* Setting Designed by *Austin Kilpatrick* Costumes Designed by *Kelsey Tomlinson* Lighting Designed by* Adam Ditzel* Sound Designed by *Eric Simna* Choreography by *Jennifer Justice* Production Stage Manager * Elizabeth Cammett* *The Play:* *Merrily We Roll Along, *written in 1981, is based on a 1934 play by George S. Kaufman and Moss Hart. The musical (with a book by George Furth) was first produced in November of 1981, where it ran for 17 performances. Not very successful eh? It tells of the disintegration of the friendship of successful songwriter Franklin Shepard, his lyricist and best friend Charlie Kringas, and novelist Mary Flynn. The action moves backward through time, from 1976 to 1957. This is one of Stephen Sondheim’s most accessible and difficult scores. It is most certainly about friendship and its importance in the lives of three people. This show has great personal meaning to me. And while the book is problematic; I am confident that our production team and the actors that are cast can overcome this. This is one great play. *Production Dates:* *Merrily We Roll Along **will open on Friday, February 2, 2018 and run through February 18, 2018. There will be nine (9) shows; that is three (3) weeks of performances. * *Featuring:* *Amiee Collier* *Eric Fancher* *Trey Gilpin* *Kelly Smith* *Daniel Simpson* *Neely Gevaart* *Carlos Cruz* *Kyle Burnett* *Anne Barrett* *Sarah Clare* *Kate Michalski* *Frank Ivancic* *Ticket Information: * Tickets: $15 adults; $13 seniors and $7 for all students. February 2, 3, 9, 10, 16 and 17, 2018 @ 7:30 pm. February 4, 11 and 18, 2018 @ 2:00 pm. Tickets: $15 for adults, $13 for seniors and $7 for all students. For ticket reservations and information call 440/525-7134 or order tickets on-line at www.lakelandcc.edu/arts. *NIGHTTOWN Dates:** NIGHTTOWN KICKS OFF MASTER CLASS SERIES. * In January, *Merrily* comes to the Nighttown stage when Dr. Martin Friedman, adjunct theater professor at Lakeland Community College and Baldwin Wallace, will deliver a “Master Class” on why this musical that so many thought was destined for success, flopped on Broadway after only 16 performances – and why over the last 30 years it’s become one of Sondheim’s most beloved musicals. The Nighttown “Master Class” includes music director Jordan Cooper and Lakeland cast members performing several songs from *Merrily*. Other Master Class programs at Nighttown, with similar formats and different directors, will be announced soon. *Master Class at Nighttown: “Deconstructing” Sondheim’s Merrily We Roll Along* will premiere on January 8 at 7:00 pm and repeat on January 22. Tickets are $10 and can be reserved online at www.nighttowncleveland.com.

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Nighttown: Masterclass on Merrily We Roll Along; January 22
by Martin Friedman 17 Jan '18

17 Jan '18

* NIGHTTOWN KICKS OFF MASTER CLASS SERIES. * In January, *Merrily* comes to the Nighttown stage when Dr. Martin Friedman, adjunct theater professor at Lakeland Community College and Baldwin Wallace, will deliver a “Master Class” on why this musical that so many thought was destined for success, flopped on Broadway after only 16 performances – and why over the last 30 years it’s become one of Sondheim’s most beloved musicals. The Nighttown “Master Class” includes music director Jordan Cooper and Lakeland cast members performing several songs from *Merrily*. Other Master Class programs at Nighttown, with similar formats and different directors, will be announced soon. *Master Class at Nighttown: “Deconstructing” Sondheim’s Merrily We Roll Along* will premiere on January 8 at 7:00 pm and repeat on *MONDAY, JANUARY 22*. Tickets are $10 and can be reserved online at www.nighttowncleveland.com.

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Michael Chekhov Acting Technique Certification Conference
by Jamie Koeth 16 Jan '18

16 Jan '18

The Great Lakes Michael Chekhov Consortium Presents The 8th Annual Michael Chekhov Acting Technique Certification Conference TEACHING CERTIFICATION PROGRAM for Acting Teachers & ACTING CERTIFICATION PROGRAM for Actors Nephew of Anton Chekhov whom Stanislavski dubbed his “most brilliant pupil,” Michael Chekhov developed a visceral, practical and profoundly inspired acting technique. Enrich your craft and free yourself with Certified Master Teachers in this empowering technique! Michael Chekhov Acting Technique Certification Conference 2018 MODULE 1 (first time students) June 4-10, 2018 Mount Union University, Alliance, OH Resident Option: $995 (includes lodging & food) Commuter Option: $850 (Includes food) Payment plan available Participants must have at minimum a Bachelor’s Degree in Theatre or equivalent theatrical experience Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3jqlsI6SGkY Registration Link: http://www.mountunion.edu/chekhov Great Lakes Michael Chekhov Consortium Website: http://greatlakesmichaelchekhovconsortium.com Email questions to GLMCC President and Producing Director Mark Monday at GLMCC(a)mountunion.edu<mailto:GLMCC@mountunion.edu> -Jamie Koeth AEA, SAG-AFTRA, MFA Director, Jamie Koeth Studio Associate Teacher, Great Lakes Michael Chekhov Consortium jamiekoeth(a)hotmail.com<mailto:jamiekoeth@hotmail.com> “There can be no art without joy.” -Michael Chekhov

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Stow Players winter musical - listings
by Thomas Mark Stephan 16 Jan '18

16 Jan '18

Stow Players (www.stowplayers.net <http://www.stowplayers.net> ) The Spitfire Grill - musical by James Valcq and Fred Alley January 26-27, Feb. 2-3-4, 9-10-11 Fridays & Saturdays - 8:00 pm Sunday Matinees (Feb. 4 & 11) - 2:30 pm Heritage Barn Stow Silver Springs Park (back entrance) 5238 Young Rd. General Admission - $15 Senior Citizens & students - $13 Call 234-206-0128 for reservations and information

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STAGE COMBAT workshops at Ohio Shakespeare Festival
by Tess Burgler 16 Jan '18

16 Jan '18

Ohio Shakespeare Festival’s Resident Fight Director Ryan Zarecki is offering many stage combat professional development opportunities this winter and spring. Blizzard Bash: Stage Combat Sundays (Unarmed, Rapier and Dagger, Sword Tricks) and an Actors’ Stage Combat Intensive (single sword, unarmed, and weapon-of-choice). Private lessons also offered-- http://www.ohioshakespearefestival.com/private-lessons/ Blizzard Bash: Stage Combat Sundays FEBRUaRY 4, 11, & 18 2:00-4:00 EACH DAY Ages 14+ The Ohio Shakes fight team recently attended the Winter Wonderland Workshop stage combat intensive in Chicago--and we want to show some of our new skills to you! Beginners and experienced combatants welcome--our small class environment allows us to cater to your skill level. (Please note: while this workshop will be an excellent professional development opportunity, it does not qualify toward SAFD sanctioned contact hours.) 3 Day Registration--$60 2 Day Pass--$45 1 Day Pass--$30 February 4--Unarmed Combat. Every actor needs to know safe practices for unarmed combat. Learn slaps, punches, kicks, falls, and more. February 11--Rapier and Dagger. This swashbuckling combo is important material for all Shakespeare actors. February 18--Stupid Sword Tricks. Exactly as it sounds, these tricks are great for actors, and are pretty ridiculous. Register now: https://www.showclix.com/event/blizzard-bash-stage-combat-sundays Actor Stage Combat Intensive APRIL 7, 14, & 21 12:00-2:00 EACH DAY Ages 16+ This extended stage combat workshop is geared toward actors with previous stage combat experience. It's spring in NE Ohio--prepare for audition season with all those local Shakespeare companies by sharpening your stage combat skills. Small class environment allows us to meet students at their own skill level. This workshop will be more fast-paced and challenging than our normal FIGHT NIGHTs. 3 Day Registration--$75 2 Day Pass--$55 1 Day Pass--$35 April 7--Single Sword. Great prep for any swashbuckling shows--Single sword is a much needed skill set for any actor looking to tackle the classics. April 14--Unarmed. Whether it's West Side Story or As You Like It or everything in between, every theatre has a moment of unarmed combat in their season. Brush up on slaps, punches, falls, kicks, and more. April 21--Class Choice. For the final day of this intensive, we will poll the class to see which weapon the majority prefers to work on. We will choose among: Quarterstaff, Knife, Broadsword, Sword & Shield, Smallsword, or Rapier & Dagger. (Please note: while this workshop will be an excellent professional development opportunity, it does not qualify toward SAFD sanctioned contact hours.) Register now: https://www.showclix.com/event/actor-stage-combat-intensive

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