October 2018 - NEohioPAL - lists.neohiopal.org

What’s CVLT’s spring musical? We can’t tell you… yet!
by Andrew Rothman 26 Oct '18

26 Oct '18

Our contract says Chagrin Valley Little Theatre isn’t allowed to say what our Spring musical is until November 16th. *Maybe this video featuring director Fred Sternfeld will give you a clue… <https://www.facebook.com/12134459483/posts/10156599299564484/>* (Auditions coming in early December.) *Chagrin Valley Little Theatre* CVLT.org | (440) 247-8955 -- Drew Rothman Chagrin Valley Little Theatre CVLT.org

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Casting Call - Photo Shoot
by Jeremy Cohen 26 Oct '18

26 Oct '18

IMPORTANT: READ ENTIRE MESSAGE BEFORE SUBMITTING Quickfire Productions seeks: *1 Male Talent* *Age: *24-36 *Ethnicity: *Any *Facial Hair: *Shaggy beards preferred but not necessary *Build: *Slight Huskiness to Moderately Athletic *Height*: 5’6” - 5’11” *Sizes: *Must be able to fit into men’s MEDIUM or LARGE. *Skills:* Cooking and outdoor experience, (hunting - hiking - fishing - etc) preferred but not necessary. Greater Cleveland Area Locals Preferred - (will consider non locals, but* transportation and milage reimbursement WILL NOT BE PROVIDED*) *Shoot Date: 10/31/18* *Time:* TBD *Location: *Aurora, Oh *Rate: *125/6 (25/hr if anything further) In order to be considered please send an email with headshot, resume and contact information to: *info(a)quickfirenow.com <info(a)quickfirenow.com>* Submission Deadline *8:00 AM 10/29/18* In order to be considered all submissions must include “*FIR0306”* in the subject line. - copy and paste what is in-between the quotes to ensure accurate sorting. Only submit if you are *fully* available on 10/31 -- Jeremy Cohen VOICE OVER <http://www.jeremycohenvo.com/> Voice Over - info(a)jeremycohenvo.com General - jerbenco(a)gmail.com

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Hudson Players Arsenic and Old Lace Starts the Season Off with Laughs
by Durbin, Mark H. 26 Oct '18

26 Oct '18

>From Hudson Players: Arsenic and Old Lace Starts Off Hudson Players Season with Laughs There is no better description for the dark comedy classic Arsenic and Old Lace than "Insanity doesn't just run in the Brewster family - it gallops!" The timeless comedic gem kicks off the Hudson Player's 74th season when it premieres Friday, November 2, at the Barlow Community Center, 41 South Oviatt Street in Hudson. Written by Joseph Kesselring, it also will be presented November 3, 9, 10, 11, 16 and 17, with showtime at 8:00 p.m., except for the 2:00 p.m. matinee on Sunday, November 11. An uproarious farce, Arsenic and Old Lace is an American classic. Life is good for Mortimer Brewster. With a dream job as a drama critic for a prominent New York newspaper and recent engagement to his sweetheart Elaine, what could go wrong? Well, what about finding out that his sweet, spinster aunts Martha and Abby have been poisoning lonely old men for years with homemade elderberry wine laced with a touch of arsenic. More? What about learning that his brother Teddy, who thinks himself to be Teddy Roosevelt, has been burying his aunts' victims in the basement thinking they succumbed to Yellow Fever at the Panama Canal. Had enough? How about Mortimer's other brother, the maniacal criminal Jonathan, who decides to hideout from the police at his aunts' house with alcoholic sidekick, Dr. Einstein, on the same night that the aunts were planning to bury their latest victim, which also happens to be the same night Mortimer stops by with his fiancée. Mix in multiple policemen, including one who wants to be a playwright, and Elaine's pious minister father, Mortimer must rally to help his aunts and protect his fiancé - all while trying to keep his own sanity and avoid his murderous brother's intentions. Anne Guffey is directing Arsenic and Old Lace and says the cast has been having a lot of fun with this dark comedic material. "I have been blessed with an experienced cast that has worked hard and also laughed hard throughout the rehearsal process," said Guffey. "The actor playing Jonathan scares us regularly...he's pretty creepy but in a nice way!" Guffey had been looking for an opportunity to get back into directing and this show has always been a favorite, saying it is a "lovely period piece with humor that stands the test of time." The cast includes: Christian Achkar as Mortimer, Tammy Carder as Abby Brewster, Norene Jones as Martha Brewster, Brian O. Jackson as Jonathan, Brad Lane as Teddy, Will Bennett as Dr. Einstein, Mark Moore as Rev. Harper, Glen Johnson as Officer Brophy, Victoria Kirgesner as Elaine; Steve Bronfman as Mr. Gibbs/Mr. Witherspoon; and Nathan Hill as Officer O'Hara. The producer for Arsenic and Old Lace is Gary Maher; Mike Guffey is the stage manager; Kyle Shearer is the lighting designer; Kimberly Borukhovsky is the costume designer; the set is designed by Sally Marquinez and Tim Steiner, and Marianne Carlson is doing props. To purchase tickets for Arsenic and Old Lace to www.hudsonplayers.com<http://www.hudsonplayers.com>, or call the Hudson Players box office at (330) 655-8522 for more information. Regular tickets are $14.00. Students and Seniors are $12.00. Hudson Players season tickets offer the best opportunity for the best seats, the best savings and the best dates. A three-show season ticket subscription can still be purchased for only $30 - a $12 savings compared to purchasing the tickets at the regular price. Another advantage is season ticket holders get to pick their performance nights and seats in advance. Plus, they can exchange tickets to accommodate schedule changes at no added cost. Other shows in the Hudson Players 2018-2019 season include the new musical Hands on a Hard Body in February and the classic light opera favorite Pirates of Penzance in May. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ The information contained in this message is intended only for the personal and confidential use of the recipient(s) named above. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient or an agent responsible for delivering it to the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that you have received this document in error and that any review, dissemination, distribution, or copying of this message is strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please notify us immediately, and delete the original message.

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Next Open Meeting Of Songwriter Summit - November 5th 7PM
by Newsletter Editor 26 Oct '18

26 Oct '18

---------------------------------------------------------------- Do You Write Songs? Join Us On November, 5th For Our Next General Meeting The next meeting of the Songwriter Summit (nee: Summit County Songwriter Circle) will be held on November 5th at 2 Girls Cafe & Bakery, 3703 Darrow Road in Stow, OH. Our general meeting begins at 7 PM and is usually over by 9 o’clock. Meetings feature presentations of new songs or works in progress offered by members and non-members alike. You do not need to be a member to present a song and you do not need to be a writer to attend the meeting. Members discuss the songs, offer gentle critique and comment as requested by the performer. Songwriter Summit exists to connect songwriters throughout the area and has members that often travel from Pennsylvania and West Virginia to attend. Our musical tastes cover a wide variety of genres and styles and all are welcome. You can see what a typical meeting looks like here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1doIbNi1rX4&feature=youtu.be <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1doIbNi1rX4&feature=youtu.be> Here’s our website if you need additional information on the group: http://www.songwritersummit.com <http://www.songwritersummit.com/> Here’s a link to a recent newsletter: http://www.songwritersummit.com/Newsletters/May2018/May2018.htm <http://www.songwritersummit.com/Newsletters/May2018/May2018.htm> IF YOU PLAN TO PRESENT A SONG: Please provide 30 copies of the lyrics so that members will be able to follow along and make notes during the performance. Lyric sheets will be returned to you and the end of the evening to protect your copyright if requested. You may opt-in to the video we do each month if you desire and if you sign the video release that gives us permission to use your presentation. If you play a keyboard or other instrument that requires amplification you are responsible for your own gear. Check us out. We meet on the first Monday most every month and would love to see you at our next meeting. ----------------------------------------------------------------

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Start Your Holiday Season! Nuncrackers at Independence Community Theater
by Rtodd Todd 25 Oct '18

25 Oct '18

*Nuncrackers: The Nunsense Christmas Musical* *Book, Music, and Lyrics by Dan Goggin * *Directed by Richard Todd Choreographed by Debbie Conway Music Direction by Gail Wirick* *Synopsis:* Nuncrackers: The Nunsense Christmas Musical is the first "TV Special" taped by the sisters in their convent basement studio for Cable Access. It stars the nuns you love plus Father Virgil and some of Mt. Saint Helen's most talented students. It features all new songs including: Twelve Days Prior to Christmas, Santa Ain't Comin' To Our House, We Three Kings of Orient Are Us, and It's Better to Give Than To Receive. This show is filled with "Nunsense" humor, some of your favorite carols, a "Secret Santa," and an uproarious take on Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker Ballet. Nuncrackers will make you laugh and maybe tug at your heartstrings. It's the perfect way to insure your holiday season is merry and bright. Dates: *November 2, 3; 9, 10; 16, 17, 2018 at 8:00pm* *November 11, 18, 2018 at 2:00pm* Tickets: $12 at door Reserve by calling 216-447-0443 We accept cash, check, & credit.

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STUNNING THEATRE SPACE FOR RENT FOR THEATRE & DANCE SHOWS
by LAKESHORE BALLET THEATRE 25 Oct '18

25 Oct '18

Looking for an affordable small theatre to host your dance showcase, theatre or dinner theatre show? Looking for something more intimate & warm for your next show? Then our theatre space is for you. Our theatre is a state of the art facility with 4 dressing rooms, full kitchen for reception before or after the show, reception area, full video projection for background, professional theatre curtain for breaks in between acts & or set changes. Brand new full sprung dance theatre flooring. Heat and air conditioning units in all areas of building. Very shabby chic , cool location to have your next show. We have staff that can help work your show for projection or to cater the event. Come check out the space - you will fall in love. Nothing like it on the West or East side. We even have costume rentals available as well .We can accommodate up to 150 to 175 seats for smaller shows that can be spread out throughout a week or weekend. We also have tables and chairs for dinner theatre or mystery theatre shows as well. CALL 440-503-2974 TODAY & MAKE YOUR PRODUCTION AFFORDABLE, UNIQUE & FANTASTIC!!

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Workshop Players Theater "Night Watch" by Lucille Fletcher Opens November 8
by Workshop Players 25 Oct '18

25 Oct '18

*Workshop Players Theater* *proudly presents:* *Night Watch* * by Lucille Fletcher, directed by Pat Price* *Next up is the Lucille Fletcher thriller, Night Watch. It’s guaranteed to keep audience members on the edge of their seats. Elaine Wheeler, a troubled insomniac, sees something terrible through a window in a nearby building. It drives her to the edge of a nervous breakdown as no one, including the police, will believe her. John, her husband, and Blanche, her best friend, arrange for her to be admitted to the Rilke Clinic in Switzerland for treatment of her sleeplessness. Everything builds **to a stunning and unexpected climax as the play unfolds. * *Come see Kristina Rivera, Kevin Boland, Deb Burrow, Brad Sales, Jonathan McCleery, Patricia Boone, Bill May, Rachel Suhy and Dave Stacko in this brilliantly written play.* *November 8, 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, 18* *NOTE: Shows start at 7:30 p.m.**; Sunday matinees are at 3 p.m. * *Doors open 45 minutes before show time.* *Tickets are $15 each. Group rates available.* *Box Office: 440-988-5613 • www.workshopplayers.com <http://www.workshopplayers.com>* -- 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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LCCC Hosts Civic Jazz Band Concert and Civic Concert Band Concert
by Allison Jack 25 Oct '18

25 Oct '18

LCCC Hosts Civic Jazz Band Concert Lorain County Community College's division of Arts and Humanities will host a Civic Jazz Band concert led by Jeffrey Meyers at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 10 at the Stocker Arts Center's Hoke Theatre. Meyers has led the LCCC Civic Jazz Band for the past 21 years. Under his direction, the band has grown continually and is one of the premier jazz bands in the area. The concert will feature the music of Benny Goodman, Patrick Williams and Les Brown, and will include Sarah Miller as a new vocalist. Tickets for the jazz band are $9 for general admission; $8 for LCCC students, staff and seniors 65 and up; or $7 for groups of 15 of more. For tickets, call the Stocker Box Office at (440) 366-4040. To learn more, visit www.lorainccc.edu/stocker/civic-jazz-band<http://www.lorainccc.edu/stocker/civic-jazz-band>. For tickets, call the Stocker Box Office at (440) 366-4040. Lorain County Community College is located at 1005 N. Abbe Road, Elyria, Ohio. Parking on campus is free. -- LCCC Hosts Civic Concert Band Lorain County Community College's division of Arts and Humanities presents a Civic Concert Band concert, directed by Mark Wainwright at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 11 in Stocker Arts Center's Hoke Theatre. The "Afternoon at the Opera" concert will feature opera favorites by Puccini, Verdi, Rossini and Wagner. The event is free and open to the public. Lorain County Community College is located at 1005 N. Abbe Road, Elyria. Parking on campus is free. Allison Jack Writer & Project Coordinator | Marketing & Communications Lorain County Community College (440) 366-7082

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Why take classes at Houde School???
by Jessica Houde 25 Oct '18

25 Oct '18

Why take classes at Houde School??? The proof is in the bookings. Here’s some of our bookings from October: Kurt Yue appeared in Venom, The Haunting of Hill House and The Hate U Give which all opened this month. Kellen Boyle booked a major network TV show - MacGyver on CBS. Devin Broadbent booked a Jeep commercial in New York. Diana Frankhauser booked a Value City Furniture commercial. Mary Beth Synk booked three short film this month. Mario Beverly booked a print shoot for Huffy bikes. Think you’ve got what it takes to become an actor? Try your first class FREE at Houde School of Acting. Visit us online at www.houdeschoolofacting.org or email us at houdeschoolofacting(a)yahoo.com to get started.

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Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? Beck Center for the Arts
by Julie Gilliland 25 Oct '18

25 Oct '18

Amazing cast of Derdriu Ring (Martha), Michael Mauldin (George), Daniel Telford (Nick), and Becca Ciamacco (Honey), under direction of Don Carrier, Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? is getting close to sold out! Get YOUR tickets today at beckcenter.org or 216-521-2540 x10. Student discounts available. Show MUST close Nov 4.

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