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AUDITIONS: "The Explorers Club" Feb. 6 & Feb. 7 at 7:30 p.m.
by Clague Playhouse News 04 Jan '18

04 Jan '18

*The Explorers Club* by Nell Benjamin Directed by Anne McEvoy *Auditions:* Tuesday, February 6, 2018 and Wednesday, February 7, 2018 at 7:30 p.m. *Show Dates:* May 4-27, 2018 on Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 8pm and Sunday at 2pm *SYNOPSIS:* London, 1879. The prestigious Explorers Club is in crisis: their acting president wants to admit, of all things, a woman(!), plus they are badly in need of a new bartender. This play is a witty spoof of Victorian adventurers who ravaged foreign lands in the name of science. *CAST OF CHARACTERS:* 1 woman - 20ish to 45ish 8 men in a variety of ages (20’s and up) Descriptions of the characters and more information can be found on our Audition Page. <http://clagueplayhouse.org/index.php/auditions/> Please bring resume and headshot, if available. If you don't have a head shot, Clague will take one at auditions. No appointment is necessary. Auditioners will be asked to read from the script. A perusal script is available at the Clague Playhouse Box Office, Wednesday - Saturday 1:00-6:00pm, for a $10 deposit through February 3, 2018. Clague Playhouse is located at 1371 Clague Road, Westlake, Ohio 44145. For more information, call the Clague Playhouse Box Office, 440-331-0403 <(440)%20331-0403> and leave a message for the director. -- Clague Playhouse 1371 Clague Rd. Westlake, OH 44145 (440) 331-0403 Box Office Hours Wed. - Sat. 1-6pm www.ClaguePlayhouse.org "Like" us on Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/ClaguePlayhouse/>!

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Peter Manos' "P.H.I.L" Kicks Off Winter Series on Jan. 13
by Playwrights Local 04 Jan '18

04 Jan '18

Come and check out the first reading in our Winter Roundtable Series <http://www.playwrightslocal.org/winter-roundtable-series/?utm_source=Subscr…> ! *Playwrights Local presents* *A Staged Reading of a New Play* *P.H.I.L. * *Written and directed by Peter Manos* *Featuring Dionne Atchison and Sean Manos* *January 13, 2018 at 2:00 p.m.* *FREE* *Creative Space at Waterloo Arts* *397 E. 156th Street* <https://maps.google.com/?q=397+E.+156th+Street%0D+%0D+Cleveland,+OH+44110&e…> *Cleveland, OH 44110* <https://maps.google.com/?q=397+E.+156th+Street%0D+%0D+Cleveland,+OH+44110&e…> *http://playwrightslocal.org/* <http://playwrightslocal.org/?utm_source=Subscribers&utm_campaign=c58d904c99…> Written by Cleveland-based playwright Peter Manos, P.H.I.L. anticipates the logical extreme of corporate America’s goal to give people everything they want--for continually escalating fees, of course. Rob and Sadie are a couple whose marriage is on the rocks until Rob, when drunk, orders a replica of himself as a gift. “P.H.I.L. (Partnering Helpmate In Life)” quickly becomes as indispensable as a cell phone, but not necessarily as controllable. Presented as part of Playwrights Local’s Roundtable Series, a new development workshop focused on public readings of plays in progress. All readings are free and open to the public. Info at http://www.playwrightslocal.org/winter-roundtable-series/ <http://www.playwrightslocal.org/winter-roundtable-series/?utm_source=Subscr…>

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Amalgam Arts & Wellness Celebrates it's First Year of Business!
by Andrea Belser 04 Jan '18

04 Jan '18

Happy New Year! Join us in celebrating a full year of business on Saturday, January 20th at the Olmsted Community Center starting at 5pm! We will have light discussion on where the business is going with hard partying that includes music and refreshments! Free to the public. Please RSVP by emailing AmalgamArtsWellness(a)outlook.com to reserve your spot today! PS: Proceeding our celebration is our new dance series Rhythm Nation Master's Session in Belly Dance! Come check it out from 2:30pm-4:30pm at the Olmsted Community Center! Sincerely, Andrea Belser McCormick Performing Artist/Instructor and Reiki Practitioner www.AndreaRBelser.com www.AmalgamArtsWellness.com Get Outlook<https://aka.ms/qtex0l> for iOS

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Rhythm Nation is Now A Master's Series!
by Andrea Belser 04 Jan '18

04 Jan '18

Happy New Year! With the new year comes new sessions. The Rhythm Nation Dance Series you know and love is now a once a month Master's Session, starting with Belly Dance! Saturday, January 20th at the Olmsted Community Center from 2:30pm-4:30pm! Led by Guest Teaching Artist Jezebel Shuvani, this introductory class will teach you some basic Middle Eastern Dance movements which will then be used in a short practice routine. You will also be introduced to some Bellydance props such as swords, veils, and finger cymbals. A Q&A session and dance party will follow the end of the session. $20 per person. Join us Saturday, January 20th at the Olmsted Community Center from 2:30pm-4:30pm for this amazing dance session you won't want to miss! RSVP by emailing AmalgamArtsWellness(a)outlook.com today! PS: Following our Rhythm Nation Master's Series is our One Year Anniversary Celebration! Come party with us on Saturday, January 20th in the Olmsted Community Center starting at 5pm! Sincerely, Andrea Belser McCormick Performing Artist/Instructor and Reiki Practitioner www.AndreaRBelser.com www.AmalgamArtsWellness.com Get Outlook<https://aka.ms/qtex0l> for iOS

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Employment Opportunities at Playhouse Square
by Kaitlin Rudy 04 Jan '18

04 Jan '18

Playhouse Square is seeking enthusiastic arts lovers to fill Part-Time Ticketing Concierge positions! See below for job description and how to apply. Part-Time Ticketing Concierge Responsibilities: * Answer inbound calls and patron emails, and return related voicemails for the Individual Ticket Sales and Service Line. * Execute the expectations of Playhouse Square sales and service code of exemplary service and action. * Remain up-to-date with all Playhouse Square District businesses, events, performances and procedures to aid in creating an evening package. * Efficiently respond to ticket buyer inquiries, ADA requests, and be a solution source for patrons via phone and email. * Accurately input and maintain patron data and sales documentation. Maintain any sales logs or communication as requested by management. * Consistently meet or exceed sales and donation goals as established by management. * Assist in other departments and other tasks as needed. Qualifications: * Outgoing, people oriented person, with outstanding interpersonal skills. * Prior customer service and direct/phone sales experience, familiarity with the performing arts preferred. * Self-motivated with strong organizational skills. * Displays creativity and personal accountability in the workplace. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Knowledge of current PC hardware and software. To apply, visit: www.playhousesquare.org/employment<http://www.playhousesquare.org/employment>

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Hoban HS still seeking some musicians for OKLAHOMA! (paid)
by Brian Mueller 04 Jan '18

04 Jan '18

Archbishop Hoban HS in Akron is still seeking some pit musicians for our upcoming production of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Oklahoma! We are still seeking: French horn 2 Trumpets Trombone Violin Viola Upright Bass There are four rehearsals: Saturday, March 3, 3-6 PM Monday, March 12 (call at 6:30 for 7:00 start) Tuesday, March 13 (call at 6:30 for 7:00 start) Wednesday, March 14 (call at 6:30 for 7:00 start) There will be four performances: Thursday, March 15 - (6:30 call for 7:00 start) Friday, March 16 - (7:00 call for 7:30 start) Saturday, March 17 - (7:00 call for 7:30 start) Sunday, March 18 - (1:30 call for 2:00 start) We can offer some schedule flexibility if necessary. Pay is $300 for the run. Contact director Brian Mueller at muellerb(a)hoban.org <mailto:muellerb@hoban.org> if interested.

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LCCC Civic Chorale Invites New Members to Join
by Allison Jack 04 Jan '18

04 Jan '18

LCCC Civic Chorale Invites New Members to Join Lorain County Community College's Civic Chorale welcomes new members to the first rehearsal of spring semester on Monday, January 8 from 7:30-9:30 p.m. at Stocker Arts Center in room 140. The 39th annual Masterworks Concert "Mostly Mozart" will feature "Requiem" on Saturday, March 10. All of are welcome to attend. There are no fees unless college credit (MUSC 101) is desired. Music experience is preferred. For additional information, contact LCCC's Director of Choral Music Performance, Nancy Davis, at ndavis(a)lorainccc.edu<mailto:ndavis@lorainccc.edu> or call Arts and Humanities at (440) 366-4013. Lorain County Community College is located at 1005 N. Abbe Road, Elyria, Ohio. Allison Jack Writer & Project Coordinator Marketing & Outreach Initiatives Lorain County Community College 440.366.7082 1005 N. Abbe Road, Elyria, Ohio 44035

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ACTRESS NEEDED for I'M NOT RAPPAPORT
by fctheatre 04 Jan '18

04 Jan '18

French Creek Theatre<http://metroparks.cc/theatre.php> announces auditions for... I'M NOT RAPPAPORT By Herb Gardner Directed by Jacqi Loewy >From a bench in Central Park, Nat & Midge, two feisty octogenarians, refuse to disappear into the diminishing twilight of their lives. While Nat's daughter imperils his independence with the threat of nursing homes, Midge fights the yuppie forces trying to push him out of his job. Using the wiles and wisdom that only come with age, they make their final stand in this sidesplitting and thoughtful Tony-award winner. PERFORMANCES February 2-18, 2018 Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30PM Sundays at 3:00PM Seeking to cast the role of Laurie. Female, mid-20s, waif-like. Interested parties email resume and headshot here<mailto:jloewy@ndc.edu>. All actors cast receive a stipend. Questions or for more info email<mailto:fctheatre@metroparks.cc> or call (440) 949-5200 French Creek Theatre is located within the French Creek Nature & Arts Center / 4530 Colorado Ave / Sheffield Village / 44054

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K4K:Kyle for Kids Sunday March 4, 2018 at The Music Box
by Jessica Zajac 04 Jan '18

04 Jan '18

A benefit concert hosted by Q104’s Jeff Kurkjian, featuring some of Northeast Ohio's most talented youth, paying it forward through The Kyle Jean-Baptiste Foundation Inc. Come together and enjoy an evening of love, laughter and hope; showcasing the talents of youth as they follow their dreams and help others to do the same. Let's come out and support these amazing young people as they pay it forward through the Arts. You will not want to miss it! Sunday March 4, 2018 Tickets on Sale Now Venue: The Music Box (Concert Hall) Showtime: 7:00 pm Doors open: 5:30 pm $35 *Dinner Not Included* All Ages, Reserved On Sale Beginning January 3, 2108 To Purchase your tickets and make dinner reservations please visit http://www.musicboxcle.com/event/k4k-kyle-for-kids-mar4/ or stop into The Music Box directly to have handling fees waived. Featuring Kelsey Jean-Baptiste and James Daring Broadway Buddies Daniel Colaner Lexi Cowan The Dance Centre by Heidi Glynias E'Javien Franklin Colin Frothingham Jeremy Hammel Iconica Near West Theatre The Singing Angels Colin Wheeler Calista Zajac https://www.kylejeanbaptistefoundationinc.org/

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Beck Center's BENT Auditions are January 13 and 14th!!!
by Scott Spence 04 Jan '18

04 Jan '18

Beck Center in Lakewood, OH announces auditions for Martin Sherman's *BENT *directed by Oberlin Professor of Theatre Matthew Wright. Audition appointments will be taken beginning Tuesday, Dec. 26th at 2PM by calling the Beck Box Office at 216-521-2540 x10 <(216)%20521-2540> *Appointments will be taken for Saturday, January 13th beginning at 3PM ~~~ and Sunday, January 14th beginning at 6PM.* Callbacks may occur later Sun Eve. (the 14th), or Monday evening , Jan. 15th. If you sign up for the Sunday the 14th, please be prepared to stay if asked. Mr. Wright will be employing a cast of 7 for this production {breakdown below}. It is anticipated that up to 2 AEA contracts will be available for this production (Special Appearance Tier One). All performers 18 and older receive a stipend for their participation. *CASTING BREAKDOWN: BENT* *Max*: 30’s, fit, gay but passes straight, complex relationship to his identity, determined to survive whatever the price, fashionable, sophisticated, comes from money. *Rudy*: 20’s, dancer, more flamboyant than Max, sensitive, loves Max probably far more than Max loves him. *Greta*: 30’s-40’s, drag performer, acerbic, cynical, lives outside the club as straight *Horst*: 20’s, activist for queer recognition/rights, intellectual, a nurse by day *Ensemble of three men: 20s-50’s, will play a number of important roles, including* · Wolf: ununiformed Nazi, denizen of the “leather” scene · Freddie: Max’s older uncle, a closeted “poof,” fashionable and wealthy · Nazi Captain: power-mad, abusive · Guard: officious, dislocated from the human degradation surrounding him · Various prisoners, Nazis, etc. *AUDITION REQUIREMENTS:* Please prepare a contemporary monologue, not longer than 90 seconds in duration. Callbacks will involve reading from the script, and it is expected that all actors will have a working familiarity with it. There will also be a movement call during callbacks. *ABOUT THE PRODUCTION:* It is essential that all actors involved in this production be precise, involved story-tellers with excellent command of their bodies. The whole ensemble of actors will be engaged in choreographed “scene-changes” and will bear witness to the action of the play throughout. Changes in character for the men in the ensemble will be accomplished minimalistically and rely on strong physical characterization. The director very much hopes to cast the play with an eye to diversity, including consideration of non-binary individuals, people of all races and trans men.

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