January 2018 - NEohioPAL - lists.neohiopal.org

Who are the 30 supporters who have donated to Neohiopal thus far for 2018?
by Fred Sternfeld 07 Jan '18

07 Jan '18

Click here <http://www.fredsternfeld.com/neohiopal/northeast-ohio-performing-arts-list-…> to check out the list of 30 supporters thus far (some have chosen to remain anonymous) who have agreed to have their names listed on the Neohiopal Contributor's page for 2018. Information about how to donate to Neohiopal is below... ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Dear Subscribers, Happy New Year! We hope you had a fantastic holiday season. NEohioPAL is now in its 20 th year of providing people like you a valuable tool that draws together Northeast Ohio's arts community. Your donation keeps this unique performing arts resource alive and free to all readers and posters. Last year a modest number (around 3.1%) of NEohioPAL supporters generously helped us defray costs. Here is a list <http://t.sidekickopen08.com/e1t/c/5/f18dQhb0S7lC8dDMPbW2n0x6l2B9nMJW7t5XZs5…> of those people who chose to have their names listed. NEohioPAL supporters are performers, artists and arts lovers who recognize the value of staying in touch with our region's arts scene. They are also people who realize that we have some very real expenses: web hosting, bandwidth, utilities, supplies and our time keeping the site free of SPAM and running smoothly. If you have ever learned of an audition, found a job, promoted your event or had a great night out at a performance, please consider supporting our efforts through a donation. To donate, please go to http://www.fredsternfeld.com/support-neohiopal/. At that site you will find the Paypal link to volunteer your financial support - OR - mail a check (put your email address in the check's memo section so we can acknowledge your donation and thank you on the contributors's page) made out to "NEohioPAL, Ltd." and send it to: NEohioPAL, Ltd. c/o Fred Sternfeld 24021 Halburton Rd. Beachwood, Ohio 44122 Here are suggestions to help you decide what to donate: 14 cents per day = $50 per year 20 cents per day = $75 per year *27 cents per day = $100 per year* *50 cents per day = $182.50 per year* *1 dollar per day = $365 per year* Any amount ($5 or $10 is fine) is helpful. If you are able to do more, even better. Thanks for your participation in making the arts scene in Northeast Ohio vibrant and collaborative. Warm Regards, Fred Sternfeld <http://t.sidekickopen08.com/e1t/c/5/f18dQhb0S7lC8dDMPbW2n0x6l2B9nMJW7t5XZs5…> NEohioPAL founder and administrator Noah Budin <http://t.sidekickopen08.com/e1t/c/5/f18dQhb0S7lC8dDMPbW2n0x6l2B9nMJW7t5XZs5…> NEohioPAL associate administrator P.S. We will post this message to NEohioPAL several times over the next four weeks. After that, we will not do a direct "ask" again until January of next year. If a modest donation is not in your budget this month, information on how to support NEohioPAL will always be in the footer of each message. http://www.fredsternfeld.com/support-neohiopal/ fredsternfeld(a)neohiopal.org http://www.fredsternfeld.com/neohiopal/ <http://www.fredsternfeld.com/neohiopal.htm>

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AUDITION DATES FOR A THURBER CARNIVAL at Gates Mills Players
by Dale R Fant 07 Jan '18

07 Jan '18

AUDITION DATES FOR A THURBER CARNIVAL OPEN AUDITIONS FOR THE GATES MILLS PLAYERS’ SPRING PRODUCTION OF “A THURBER CARNIVAL” WILL BE HELD AT THE GATES MILLS COMMUNITY HOUSE ON SUN, JAN 7 FROM 2-4 PM, AND ON MON, JAN 8, FROM 6 – 8 PM. (The Gates Mills Community House is located on Chagrin River Road just north of the Gates Mills Town Hall/Police Station and diagonally across from the Gates Mills Library.) AUDITION PROCESS: Prepared monologues are not required and sides will be provided. A prepared resume and headshot would be appreciated. ABOUT THE PLAY: “A THURBER CARNIVAL” is a series of comic sketches based on the short stories, cartoons and fables of James Thurber, one of America’s greatest humorists. Co-written by Thurber and Cleveland-born actor Burgess Meredith, the 1960 revue won a Tony Award and has influenced comedy revues from Laugh-In to Second City to Saturday Night Live, as well as TV series like “My World and Welcome To It” and movies like “The Secret Life of Walter Mitty.” Details about the play and James Thurber can be found on www.wikipedia.org. ROLES: Cast members (5 men and 4 women) play multiple roles ranging from mid-twenties to mid-sixties. The revue’s various short sketches offer actors improvisational/pantomime opportunities. SCHEDULE: Performances are March 2, 3, 4 (matinee), 9, and 10. Rehearsals take place on Sunday afternoons, as well as Monday, Tuesday and Thursday evenings thru February 17. After February 18, the rehearsal schedule will add evenings to accommodate tech and dress rehearsals. For questions about Gates Mills Players or the audition process, go to www.gatesmillsplayers,org and/or contact the play’s director James Harris at jharris(a)hlcommunications.com.

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Peter Pan Auditions at Beachwood Community Theater
by Jill Koslen-Freireich 06 Jan '18

06 Jan '18

Beachwood Community 2700 Richmond Rd. Phone: 216-595-3734 Theater Fax: 216-292-1976 Email: Jill.Koslen-freireich(a)beachwoodohio.com 12/28/17 For Immediate Release Contact: Jill Koslen-Freireich Beachwood Community Theater Announces Auditions For Peter Pan Based on J.M. Barrie’s classic tale and featuring an unforgettable score by Jule Styne with lyrics by Carolyn Leigh. Peter Pan is one of the most beloved and frequently performed family favorites of all time. This high-flying Tony Award-winning musical has been performed around the world and delighted audiences for 60 years. Directed by Jill Koslen-Freireich Musical Direction: Rory Sanders PERFORMANCES May 5, 6, 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 20 AUDITIONS: Tuesday Jan. 9 Grades 2 - 5 Wednesday Jan. 10 Grades 6 – 12 Thursday Jan. 11 Adults and Callbacks (Callbacks by invitation only) All auditions held at Beachwood Middle School Auditorium 7pm ALL ROLES OPEN: What to Prepare: Actors should prepare 32 bars of a song and a monologue from our website. www.beachwoodohio.com (listed under community theater.) Accompanist provided. Please bring sheet music and a current headshot and fill out Audition form from our website Questions? Contact Jill Koslen-Freireich 216-595-3734 Beachwood Community Theater is an intergenerational Theater committed to producing high quality productions in a warm, nurturing environment. We encourage actors of all experience levels and ethnicities to participate. Our theater is a second home to many performers, fostering relationships and creating a sense of community to all who perform on our stage.

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"GODSPELL– 2012 Revised Version" - Friday, Jan. 12 - Sunday, Feb. 4, 2018 at Clague Playhouse
by Clague Playhouse News 06 Jan '18

06 Jan '18

*Godspell – 2012 Revised Version*Conceived and Originally Directed by John-Michael Tebelak (a Clague Playhouse alum!) Music and New Lyrics by Stephen Schwartz Originally Produced on the New York Stage by Edgar Lansbury/Stuart Duncan/Joseph Beruh *Directed by Michael Larochelle Music Direction by David Bird Choreography by Brenda Larochelle* January 12 – February 4, 2018 Performances on Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 8pm, Sunday at 2pm (limited seats available on Sundays, Friday, Jan. 12, Saturday, Jan. 27 and Saturday, Feb. 3) A mega-hit on Broadway, Off-Broadway, and around the world, *Godspell* was radiantly revisited and revived in 2012 with crisp, new arrangements and an injection of contemporary references. A clever retelling of the life and teachings of Jesus Christ, *Godspell *takes its audience on a high-energy journey through the Gospel of Saint Matthew. The virtues and teachings of Jesus are explored through storytelling, song and dance. The tale of the Good Samaritan, Lazarus and the rich man, the Prodigal Son, the Beatitudes, and finally the Passion of Christ himself are poignantly and entertainingly depicted with humor, heart and a classic rock score that has delighted audiences the world over since its Off-Broadway premier in 1971. *Our Cast:* *Rick Dawson* as Jesus *Isaiah Blue* as John the Baptist/Judas *Michelle ChaKiara DurbinNoah FurinKara MincikAmber ReveltNick SalazarMichael Stolar* Show tickets are $16 for adults, $15 for seniors (60+), and $10 for students (any age with a valid ID). Call the Box Office 440-331-0403 <(440)%20331-0403> Wed.-Sat. 1-6pm or visit our website: www.clagueplayhouse.org for tickets. FREE STUDENT TICKET THURSDAYS: limited FREE Student Tickets (high school and college) are available by calling the Box Office at 440-331-0403 <%28440%29%20331-0403> to reserve for any Clague Playhouse Thursday performance, and showing a Student ID at the time of ticket pickup. No online reservations can be taken for these free tickets. Free Student Ticket Thursdays are subject to availability and must be picked up by 7:30 pm the night of the performance or will be released. *Godspell – 2012 Revised Version* is presented through special arrangement with Musical Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.MTIShows.com <http://www.mtishows.com/>

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Try our Newest Classes at Houde School!
by Jessica Houde 06 Jan '18

06 Jan '18

NEW Class, NEW location:Try out the NEW Demo Reel Class in our NEW Lakewood studio! We will be offering a demo reel class starting January 5. Prepare monologues, commercials and short scenes, providing a finished product to add to your demo reel Time: Fridays from 6:30PM to 9:00PM Location: Lakewood Young Filmmakers Academy 15022 Madison Ave, Lakewood, OH 44107 Monologue & Song Prep: Prepare monologues and songs for auditions at our Kent Studio: 402 S. Francis St. Kent, OH 44240 Ever thought about taking an acting class? At Houde School you can try your first class for free! Visit our site to sign up: Houde School of Acting | | | Houde School of Acting | | | Please email us with any questions: houdeschoolofacting(a)yahoo.com We hope to see you there! January 2018 Schedule: January 2018 Schedule: Kent - 402 S. Francis St. Kent, OH 44240Sun 6:00PM-8:30PM Film Production Tues 7:00PM-9:30PM Meisner Wed 7:00PM-9:30PM Monologue and Song Prep Cleveland - 1777 Coventry Rd, Cleveland Heights, OH 44118Sun 7:00PM-9:30PM ImprovMon 4:30PM-6:00PM Pre-teenMon 6:30PM-9:30PM MeisnerWed 6:00PM-7:30PM Advanced Meisner Wed 7:30PM-9:30PM Scene StudyThur 7:00PM-9:30PM On CameraFri 3:00PM-5:00PM MeisnerSat 12:00PM-2:00PM MeisnerSat 2:30PM-4:00PM Pre-teen Lakewood - 15022 Madison Ave, Lakewood, OH 44107Fri 6:30PM to 9:00PM Demo Reel Class

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AUDITIONS for THE ELEPHANT MAN in 3 WEEKS
by fctheatre 06 Jan '18

06 Jan '18

French Creek Theatre<http://metroparks.cc/theatre.php> announces auditions for… THE ELEPHANT MAN By Bernard Pomerance Directed by Ismael Lara In 1886, a horrifically deformed sideshow attraction named John Merrick is taken in by a young English surgeon named Frederick Treves. As Treves endeavors to civilize him by introducing him to London’s elite, Merrick dreams of being like other men. But when manners and propriety leave Merrick dissatisfied, Treves begins to question his own altruistic pursuits. Achingly poignant and poetic, discover our shared humanity with The Elephant Man. PERFORMANCES May 4-20, 2018 Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30PM Sundays at 3:00PM AUDITIONS Saturday, January 27th / 1:00PM-5:00PM Sunday, January 28th / 12:00PM-4:00PM Auditions are by appointment in 60 minute blocks. Call (440) 949-5200 to schedule a timeslot. Actors are strongly encouraged to prepare two contrasting monologues. In the event that an actor is unable to present a monologue, sides will be available. Actors will also read with others in their audition group. Looking to cast 7-9 actors ages 18 and up. Persons of color are encouraged to audition. All actors cast receive a stipend. One AEA contract may be available for this production. Questions or for more info email<mailto:fctheatre@metroparks.cc> or call (440) 949-5200 CHARACTER BREAKDOWN John Merrick Highly intelligent, sensitive, and artistic. A gentle soul living within a severely disfigured body. Actors with history of back trouble should not audition for this role. The director is looking to cast this role with a person of color. Frederick Treves A driven, contradictory, brilliant, and accomplished surgeon/lecturer in anatomy at the acclaimed London Hospital. *Mrs. Kendall A determined, successful, sophisticated, compassionate, and witty leading lady of the British theatre. This role requires brief, partial nudity. *Car Gomm A blunt, acerbic, and forthright administrator at the London Hospital. *Ross The crude, brash, and cruel manager of "The Elephant Man" in a seedy sideshow. *Miss Sandwich Confident, earthy, and experienced, but ultimately a hypocritical nurse. *Pinhead Manager The harsh, crass sideshow manager of "The Pinheads" in a Belgian circus. *Denotes ensemble role – actors will also be playing the following: Belgian Policeman London Policeman Conductor Bishop Porters Duchess Countess Princess Alexandra Lord John Pinheads French Creek Theatre is located within the French Creek Nature & Arts Center / 4530 Colorado Ave / Sheffield Village / 44054

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Vagina Monologues Auditions THIS WEEK
by Avenue Arts Marketplace & Theatre 06 Jan '18

06 Jan '18

Avenue Arts Marketplace & Theatre announces auditions for THE VAGINA MONOLOGUES SYNOPSIS: An Obie Award-winning whirlwind tour of a forbidden zone, THE VAGINA MONOLOGUES introduces a wildly divergent gathering of female voices, including a six-year-old girl, a septuagenarian New Yorker, a vagina workshop participant, a woman who witnesses the birth of her granddaughter, a Bosnian survivor of rape, and a feminist happy to have found a man who "liked to look at it." Directed by: Katie Wells Auditions will take place on January 9th and 10th from 7-9pm Auditioners are asked to prepare a monologue similar to the style of the show and may be asked to cold read from the script. Rehearsals begin January 14th and will generally be held Sun-Thurs. Show dates are Fridays and Saturdays, March 9th-17th. All performances are at 8PM. Performers at Avenue Arts Marketplace and Theatre are considered volunteers and are unpaid. Please bring a current headshot/resume with you to auditions. *All women ages 18+ are encouraged to audition! PLEASE SIGN UP HERE: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b0c4bafa82ca3fe3-vagina <http://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b0c4bafa82ca3fe3-vagina> * Any question, please email avenueartstheatre(a)gmail.com

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Free improv workshop this Thursday at CVLT
by Tracy Cubbal 06 Jan '18

06 Jan '18

*Free Discover Improv Workshop* Thursday, January 11, 6:30 - 7:30 pm Chagrin Valley Little Theatre 40 River St. Chagrin Falls, OH 44022 Experienced improvisers from improv troupe River Side Valley Players will guide you through basic games and exercises designed to introduce you to what improv is all about: listening, communication, creativity and fun! Stay afterward to enjoy refreshments and a brief performance by RSVP. Please reserve a slot at least one day in advance by sending an email to improv(a)cvlt.org.

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THEATRE AUDITIONS FOR "26 Pebbles" Jan. 30 & 31 AT KENT STATE UNIVERSITY AT STARK
by Newberg, Brian 06 Jan '18

06 Jan '18

THEATRE AUDITIONS FOR 26 PEBBLES TAKE PLACE JAN. 30 & 31 AT KENT STATE UNIVERSITY AT STARK Kent State University at Stark Theatre has announced open auditions for its third theatrical production of the season, 26 Pebbles, a docudrama that incorporates verbatim interview excerpts from Newtown, Conn., residents recounting the 2012 Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting. Directed by Kent State Stark Associate Professor of Theatre and Theatre Director Brian Newberg, 26 Pebbles transports audiences to Newtown months after the massacre. Playwright Eric Ulloa’s work delves into the aftermath of unthinkable tragedy and the resulting push forward toward healing. Auditions for 26 Pebbles are open to everyone, including students and members of the community. Kent State Stark encourages diversity in casting. Auditions will be held at 6 p.m. Jan. 30 and 31 in the Fine Arts Theatre, 6000 Frank Ave. NW in Jackson Township. Roles are available for four women and two men; each actor will play multiple roles. Age range is flexible. For detailed role descriptions, visit www.samuelfrench.com/p/62654/26-pebbles. Those auditioning may perform a prepared monologue, if they wish, and the director may also choose sides (selected scene excerpts). The production will be performed at 7:30 p.m. April 13-14 and April 20-21 and at 2 p.m. April 15 and April 22. During the April 22nd performance, ASL interpretation will be provided. Rehearsals begin Feb. 26, and will occur five evenings a week until opening night. Visit www.kent.edu/stark/theatre-auditions for more information about auditions for this production. Scripts (and sides used for the auditions) are available for periods up to 24 hours in advance from the Fine Arts secretary by stopping by the Fine Arts Office, or calling 330-244-5151, during business hours Monday through Friday. Audition appointments are recommended, but not required. Scripts also will be available in the reserve area of the Learning Resource Center. To learn more about Kent State Stark’s Theatre Department, visit www.kent.edu/stark/theatre.

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Workshop Players' "Miss Pell is Missing" Opens January 11!
by Workshop Players 05 Jan '18

05 Jan '18

Workshop Players Theater proudly presents: *Miss Pell is Missing* by Leonard Gershe. Based on a story by Saki. Directed by Shelbey Linder Miss Pell has been missing for six weeks and it seems no one is in much of a hurry to get her and her tyrannical nature back. Her brother purposefully hires an overeager yet inexperienced detective in the hopes that the case will drag on. Meanwhile the money flows freely as the house is redecorated and hearts flutter as Miss Pell’s niece treads the slippery slope of romantic love Cast: Mason Adams, Kevin Boland, Jeff Caja, Elizabeth Flood, Kristina Rivera, Rachel Suhy, Matt Tomecko January 11, 12, 13, 19, 20 21, 26, 27, 28 *NOTE: Shows now start at 7:30 p.m*.; Sunday matinees are still at 3 p.m. Doors open 45 minutes before show time. Tickets are $15 each. Group rates available. Reservations are suggested. Call the Box Office at 440-988-5613 <(440)%20988-5613>. -- 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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