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Mass Hysteria Improv Comedy Fest in THIS WEEK Oct. 4-6
by Sam Dee 02 Oct '18

02 Oct '18

*Mass Hysteria * Improv Comedy Fest Cleveland's first annual female-run comedy festival. Created by women, for everyone! *WHEN*: Thursday October 4 - Saturday October 6 *WHERE*: The Magalen & Forest City Brewery Mass Hysteria Comedy Fest from October 4th-6th will showcase Cleveland’s improv, storytelling, workshops & local shows you love! See creators from your backyard make some fun. Created by women, for everyone! Festival passes <https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mass-hysteria-weekend-pass-tickets-49599681984> are just $50. Tickets for individual shows and workshops are available online or at the door. FESTIVAL SCHEDULE - DAY ONE - October 4th - The Magalen, 5203 Fleet Ave., Cleveland, Ohio 44105 <https://maps.google.com/?q=5203+Fleet+Ave.,+Cleveland,+Ohio+44105&entry=gma…> SHOW 7:30PM *RSVP + Casually Late Stampede & an Open Jam!* - The first day of Mass Hysteria - Comedy Fest kicks off with performances from River Side Valley Players & Casually Late Stampede! Following will be an open jam where we play games with audience & improvisers alike! Tickets <https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mass-hysteria-day-one-with-rsvp-casually-late-…> are $10 - Doors at 7:15 - Show at 7:30 - Street Parking WORKSHOP 5-7PM *Improv 101 *workshop from 5-7PM taught by Deena Nyer Mendlowitz! Deena is a comedian and improviser who trained at The Second City Cleveland and at both The Second City and Annoyance Theater in Chicago. She has been featured on Ideastream, Cleveland.com, Canvas, NPR, FOX 8, In the Land of Cleve, Miami University & New Scientist Magazine. She is also co-creator of the first annual Mass Hysteria - Comedy Fest. Workshop registration <https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mass-hysteria-workshop-improv-101-with-deena-n…> is $20 ___________________________________________________ DAY TWO - October 5th - Forest City Brewery, 2135 Columbus Rd., Cleveland, Ohio 44113 <https://maps.google.com/?q=2135+Columbus+Rd.,+Cleveland,+Ohio+44113&entry=g…> SHOWS 7:30PM *This Improvised Life + Story Club -*This Improvised Life is what happens when you mix live storytelling with improv comedy! With special guest from The Nest Theatre Tara DeFrancisco & many more! Story Club is a nonfiction storytelling show hosted by Dana Norris! Tickets <https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mass-hysteria-day-two-this-improvised-life-sto…> are $ 15 - Doors at 7:15 - Show at 7:30 - Street Parking 9:30PM *Share-apy + Asking for a Friend - *Share-apy is a comedy advice show that makes light of your problems in front of everyone! The audience will enjoy getting a turn at the mic expressing their concerns anonymously with a written question or joining the hosts on stage for one on one help! Hosted by Mass Hysteria co-creator Sam Dee Asking for a Friend is a long-form improv troupe that base our sets off of a randomly-selected entry from one of our childhood diaries. Tickets <https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mass-hysteria-day-two-share-apy-asking-for-a-f…> are $15 - Doors at 9:15 - Show at 9:30 - Street Parking Day Two Passes <https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mass-hysteria-day-two-pass-tickets-49433456800…> to both shows are $25 WORKSHOP 6-7PM *STORYTELLING* - This one-hour workshop with Dana Norris, founder of Story Club, will show you how to use the tools of narrative to takes moments from your life and turn them into captivating tales. We'll discuss the basics of effective storytelling, view examples of great stories, and get started writing your own story. Dana Norris is the founder of Story Club, a monthly storytelling show in Cleveland, Chicago, Boston, Columbus, and Minneapolis. She has taught at Northwestern University, Kent State, Literary Cleveland, and Ashland University, among many others. She has been published in McSweeney's Internet Tendency, The Rumpus, the Tampa Review, and her stories have been featured on Risk!, WCPN, and Chicago Public Radio. Dana is also a co-creator of the first annual Mass Hysteria - Comedy Fest! Workshop registration <https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mass-hysteria-workshop-on-storytelling-with-da…>is $25 ___________________________________________________ DAY THREE - October 6th, Forest City Brewery, 2135 Columbus Rd., Cleveland, Ohio 44113 <https://maps.google.com/?q=2135+Columbus+Rd.,+Cleveland,+Ohio+44113&entry=g…> SHOWS 7:30PM *Mental Illness and Friends - *Mental Illness and Friends! is a live comedy talk show that entertains with a goal of helping to destigmatize mental illness hosted by Deena Nyer Mendlowitz with Tara DeFrancisco, improv & Special Guests! Tickets <https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mass-hysteria-day-three-mental-illness-friends…> are $15 - Doors at 7:15 - Show at 7:30 - Street Parking 9:30PM *HERE - *Here the Improvised Musical with Tara DeFrancisco & Rance Rizzutto. Veteran Chicago improvisers Tara DeFrancisco and Rance Rizzutto have been performing together for well over a thousand shows and well over a decade. HERE is one of Chicago’s most lauded shows presenting the original two-person improvised musical. Chicago Tribune Critic-Recommended and called “Nothing Short of Genius” by NPR, this show has been brought to 14 countries and 40 cities worldwide. In HERE, Tara and Rance get one suggestion to create theme through an opening number, design characters and storylines inspired by that theme, and effortlessly weave the strings together to discover one piece. Funny, beautiful, and charming, HERE “has shown something new and amazing is possible in improvisation” and has been called groundbreaking by audiences around the globe. Tickets <https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mass-hysteria-day-three-here-the-improvised-mu…> are $15 - Doors at 9:15 - Show at 9:30 - Street Parking Day Three Passes <https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mass-hysteria-day-three-pass-tickets-494338479…> to both shows are $25 WORKSHOPS 2:30PM-4:30PM *Musical Improv* - Veteran Chicago improvisers Tara DeFrancisco and Rance Rizzutto have been performing together for well over a thousand shows and well over a decade. Tara & Rance's HERE the Improvised Musical is one of Columbus’ most lauded shows presenting the original two-person improvised musical. Workshop registration <https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mass-hysteria-workshop-musical-improv-with-ran…> is $25 5-7PM *Improv 101 *workshop from 5-7PM taught by Deena Nyer Mendlowitz! Deena is a comedian and improviser who trained at The Second City Cleveland and at both The Second City and Annoyance Theater in Chicago. She has been featured on Ideastream, Cleveland.com, Canvas, NPR, FOX 8, In the Land of Cleve, Miami University & New Scientist Magazine. She is also co-creator of the first annual Mass Hysteria - Comedy Fest. Workshop registration <https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mass-hysteria-workshop-improv-101-with-deena-n…> is $20

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CPT Announces Auditions for Cleveland Act Now Fall 2018 Session
by Adrien Brizzolara 02 Oct '18

02 Oct '18

CLEVELAND PUBLIC THEATRE ANNOUNCES AUDITIONS FOR CLEVELAND ACT NOW - FALL 2018 SESSION EIGHT-WEEK-LONG AUDITION-BASED YOUTH THEATRE PROGRAM * 10-14 years old * OCTOBER 13 - DECEMBER 8 * SATURDAYS, 10:00am-12:45pm * snacks are provided * classes take place at Cleveland Public Theatre, 6415 Detroit Ave., Cleveland, OH 44102 * NO COST * TO SCHEDULE YOUR AUDITION: Call Faye Hargate, Program Director, 216.631.2727 x207 AUDITION DATES Sat, September 29, 10-12noon Sun, September 30, 2:30-4:30pm Sat, October 6, 10-12noon ANNOUNCEMENT Cleveland Public Theatre (CPT) is proud to announce the launch of Cleveland Act Now youth theatre program onsite at CPT. The fall session is geared for youth ages 10-14 years old and the program is offered at no cost. Enrollment is by audition. There will be three open audition calls for participation in the program. Youth who have successfully participated in previous sessions are guaranteed placement in the program. All youth must participate in an audition to be eligible for the program. Enrollment is capped at 20 participants. WHO This program is for youth ages 10-14 years old who are interested in a creative theatre training that focuses on acting fundamentals, storytelling, and playwriting. The program has a priority to serve Cleveland residents, but youth who live outside of Cleveland are welcome to audition. WHAT Cleveland Act Now is a theatre training program for young artists that is fun and challenging. Youth will learn acting fundamentals and ensemble creation. The fall quarter is focused on vocal technique and text work. Under the dedicated guidance of CPT Teaching Artists, young artists hone their performing skills. This rigorous training also supports academic skills, interpersonal and personal skills, and helps to instill empathy and responsibility while building character and enhancing creative thinking. This program is offered at NO COST thanks to the support of the Cleveland Foundation and other generous supporters. **a legal guardian must be present for the audition** TO SCHEDULE YOUR AUDITION: CALL FAYE HARGATE, PROGRAM DIRECTOR, 216.631.2727 X207

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AUDITIONS | PAID ROLES AVAILABLE FOR AKRON CABARET
by Alexandre Marr 02 Oct '18

02 Oct '18

Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/335179547236043/?notif_t=plan_user_associat… After 2 sold-out performances last December, Co-Producers/Directors Alexandre Marr and Merissa Coleman return to BLU Jazz+ downtown Akron with the next installment of The Cabaret Project with performances on Saturday, December 29th at 7pm and 9:30pm. Singers will be backed with a full band, set in one of the city's most forward thinking music venues. **5 PAID vocalist roles available, to be determined based on auditions. All other selected performers will perform on a volunteer basis. Minimal rehearsal schedule, dependent on the availability of all selected singers.** This year's HUNGERLUST themed cabaret will feature music from all genres and eras revolving around the following ideas: IMPULSES | WILD DESIRE | INSTINCT | NATURAL TENDENCIES Auditions will be held Saturday, October 13th from 12pm to 8pm in The Cascade Lofts at 21 W North St. Suite #105, Akron, OH 44304. Sign up for a 10 minute appointment at the Google Drive link below OR email contact(a)alexandremarr.com with your preference: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Z5wjR1Ys3DWUgu1Xsg0J_TRkA3JNdunxgD8… Please come to auditions prepared with up to 2 vocal selections and sheet music in the correct key for each. An accompanist will be provided. If you cannot find sheet music for your piece, please contact us in advance. For those of you having difficulty identifying selection(s) that resonate with the theme, a "Repertoire Ideas" tab is available on the Google Doc above for inspiration and direction. Please note that auditionees are not limited to these predetermined selections. We look forward to seeing you at auditions, and cannot wait to dive into this incredible project.

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Asian or Asian American Actors for Horror Film
by K Rucker 02 Oct '18

02 Oct '18

Howdy - Seeking to cast East Asian or East Asian-American actors and actresses, fluent in an Asian language. Ages 25-35 (will consider other ages). This is a short HORROR film shooting next weekend, October 12-14th. Various roles open. Send replies of interest and headshots (if you have them) to: Melissa => linda.lulu.mack(a)gmail.com さようなら

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Twin Masks' After-Play open THIS FRIDAY!! SPECIAL TWO FOR ONE TICKET DEAL!!
by Claudia Lillibridge 02 Oct '18

02 Oct '18

TMPAC is proud to announce the cast of After-Play, written by Anne Meara, and directed by D. Keith Stiver. Performances 8pm; October 5, 6, 12, 13, 19 and 20, 2018. 9076 Church Street, Suite 2 and 3, Twinsburg, OH. Tickets available online at www.twinmasks.org or via phone at 330-888-3211. Adults: $15.00; Seniors and Students: $10.00. Rights secured by Dramatists Play Service. Use coupon code *birthday* to buy one get one free ticket OPENING WEEKEND ONLY (Friday, October 5 and Saturday, October 6) to help us celebrate our first birthday!! *Cast*: Terry Gutemen: Jenny Barnett Renee Shredman: Barb Howitt Emily Paine: Claudia Lillibridge Mathew Paine: Chris Macchione Phil Shredman: Michael Pitt Marty Guteman: Jerry Schaber Raziel: Adam Yankay *Production Staff*: Directed by: D. Keith Stiver Stage Manager: Scott Jarvis THE STORY: Set in the newest "in" Manhattan restaurant, the play opens with an ethereal waiter preparing for the arrival of a party of four. Just as the two couples are about to enter, it magically begins to snow making the night perfect for a cozy after-theater supper. The two middle-aged couples, Marty and Terry, and Renee and Phil, old friends reuniting after three years, have just seen a new Broadway play. Shedding the formality of the theater, the four friends settle into the comfort of the restaurant, order cocktails and begin to reacquaint themselves. The years and distance separating them have changed them more than they thought. Discussing the play and playing catch-up leads to little arguments and major differences of opinion. More drinks are ordered and apologies ease the way into dinner over which are discussed sex, the wearing of fur, matters of health and problems with their children. Time and distance aside, these couples know each other very well and will always be close friends. A third couple, Emily and Matt, acquaintances of Marty and Terry, stop by the table to say hello. After introductions, they are convinced to stay for a nightcap even though Emily has already had too much to drink. The nightcap sends her over the edge, and when the recent tragic death of her son is brought up, the uncomfortable situation is made worse. Emily makes a drunken, public spectacle of herself, forcing Matt to all but carry her out of the restaurant. The ugliness of the moment is not lost on Marty, Terry, Renee and Phil, all of whom are deeply effected. Having shared painful secrets and made new discoveries about one another, the four put their disagreements and arguments behind them and forge ahead in friendship until next time. Twin Masks Performing Arts Center (TMPAC) is a 501c3 non-profit entity and is a proud member of the Twinsburg Chamber of Commerce, Twinsburg Historical Society and OCTA.

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Spelling Bee
by Marc Howard 02 Oct '18

02 Oct '18

*Due to Popularity, Additional Audition Slots Added!* Geauga Lyric Theater Guild The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee Auditions music and lyrics by William Finn, a book by Rachel Sheinkin, conceived by Rebecca Feldman with additional material by Jay Reiss Marc C. Howard, D-i-r-e-c-t-o-r D. Keith Stiver, M-u-s-i-c D-i-r-e-c-t-o-r Civia Wiesner, P-r-o-d-u-c-e-r Julia Reid, S-t-a-g-e M-a-n-a-g-e-r When: Auditions: Sun. Nov. 11th 2018 6:00-8:30 pm and Mon. Nov. 12th 7:00-9:00 pm Callbacks: Wed Nov. 14th 7-10 pm Where: 106 Water St, Chadron, OH 44024 What to Prepare: Please bring a resume, headshot and 16-32 measures a song not from the show, prepare your sheet music for an accompanist. No, a capella or taped music. If invited to callbacks, scene work, and further music will be given. Rehearsals: Will begin Sun. Dec 2nd Performances: Feb 1st -17th 2019 Casting Note: Any race, gender, age, body type, or other identities are encouraged to audition and will be considered equally in casting. Sign up today! Go to:https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080549afac2caaf58-25th For questions or further information, contact the director at marc.c.howard(a)gmail.com

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YOUTH AUDITIONS - "All Shook Up" at Olde Towne Hall Theatre
by Dena M. Warmuth 01 Oct '18

01 Oct '18

Join our free Award - Winning Youth Theatre this Fall, as Sharon Godsey directs "All Shook Up", a new musical comedy by Joe DiPietro. About the Musical: Inspired by and featuring the songs of Elvis Presley. It's 1955, and into a square little town in a square little state rides a guitar-playing young man who changes everything and everyone he meets in this hip-swiveling, lip-curling musical fantasy that'll have you jumpin' out of your blue suede shoes with classics such as "Jailhouse Rock", "Heartbreak Hotel", and "Don't be Cruel". Auditions are: Saturday, October 13, 2018 from 2pm - 4pm, at the Olde Towne Hall Theatre (36119 Center Ridge Rd.; North Ridgeville, 44039). This is a youth production. The lower age limit is 6 years old, and the upper age limit is 18 years old. For more information, call the box office at 440-327-2909, or see the theatre website: wwww.oldetownehalltheatre.com. Submitted by: Dena M. Warmuth; Secretary, OTHT Board of Directors

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Kim Mihalik directs "Little Shop of Horrors" - Opens on October 12th!
by Dena M. Warmuth 01 Oct '18

01 Oct '18

"Feed me, Seymour! Feed me!" Olde Towne Hall Theatre in North Ridgeville, Ohio, is producing "Little Shop of Horrors", directed by Kim Mihalik. This classic piece of musical theatre opens on Friday, October 12, 2018. Show times are: Friday, October 12, 2018 @ 7:30pm Saturday, October 13, 2018 @ 7:30pm Friday, October 19, 2018 @ 7:30pm Saturday, October 20, 2018 @ 7:30pm Sunday, October 21, 2018 @ 3:00pm Friday, October 26, 2018 @ 7:30pm Saturday, October 27, 2018 @ 7:30pm Ticket prices are: $15.00 for adults $12.00 for senior citizens / children All seats are reserved. Please call the box office at 440-327-2909 for tickets. The theatre is located at 36119 Center Ridge Rd., North Ridgeville, 44039. Please see our website: www.oldetownehalltheatre.com for more information on this show and our 2018-2019 season. Thank you! Submitted by: Dena M. Warmuth; Secretary, OTHT Board of Directors

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DAREN STAHL HEADSHOTS & PRODUCTION PHOTOGRAPHY
by beezersh＠aol.com 01 Oct '18

01 Oct '18

Greetings ! I am Daren Stahl. Also known as “Helen Todd’s husband” if you are in the musical theater or opera scene in CLE☺️. Read on if you are looking for new headshots or your first headshot. Or, if you need a production photographer I have much of my work available for preview in the links below. Peace and autumn blessings, ~Daren Stahl Photography Contact Daren Stahl: beezersh(a)aol.com https://darenstahl.smugmug.com/Events/Production-Portfolio/ Now booking for fall productions! Production shots are one of the best ways to promote your theater’s product. Outdoor productions or indoor, I can help you get the word out for your next project . Headshots$75 for a 1/2 hour session and up to 4 digitally retouched photos are yours to keep AS WELL AS print release on the rest of the session. Indoor, outdoor, B&W or color. "This has been a most enjoyable experience" ~ Evelyn “You have perfectly captured his essence -- his warmth and friendliness...... we are so appreciative to have these images as we mark this big milestone” ~ Julie Schedule your company's production shots today! Daren has taken production photographs for Mercury Theatre Company, Great Lakes Theater Actor-Teacher program, Heights Youth Theater, Theatre in the Circle, and more. Production Photography $275 for a full-company dress rehearsal. Full Gallery access, downloads, and prints made available. SMALLER ENSEMBLES PAY LESS!. "Thanks to Daren Stahl photography for the great pictures!" ~ Mercury Theatre Company To view Daren's pricing page and for longer portrait sessions, senior photographs and more, click below. https://darenstahl.smugmug.com/Site-Pages/n-p8xckD/Pricing To learn more about Daren and view his portfolio click below: https://darenstahl.smugmug.com/Events/Production-Portfolio/ Contact Daren Stahl: beezersh(a)aol.com OR you can contact through the Smugmug links. See you soon! Daren Stahl Photography Darenstahl.smugmug.com

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Autism staff wanted
by Lynette Scotese-Wojtila 01 Oct '18

01 Oct '18

Hello fellow music-minded personnel! If anyone out there is a speech language pathologist (or knows one) who also has a background music, please know that there is an immediate opening at a local autism specialty center looking to add musically-minded staff to our already comprehensive professional team. Speech therapy position includes a minimum of 4 to 8 hours a week with the opportunity to grow to full time as desired and as company needs change. Also needed are music enrichment Aides who function like classroom aides (under the direction of autism therapists and teachers) but who are also capable in leading 1:1 or small group music sessions with children ages 3 to 18 (using music as a tool for improving self-expression, comprehension, and leisure skill development!) The aide position is a minimum of 3 hours a day (and a max of 6 a day) and is offered Monday through Thursday with an option for Fridays as well. Interested parties should email resume to Ms Walsh at lynettesw(a)yahoo.com immediately!! No need to be able to play an instrument although strong vocals and guitar are definite pluses!! Both positions are expected to fill quickly as this is a state of the art center has been in existence over two decades and offers programming available nowhere else in the world.

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