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In Tune the Holidays? PIANO SERVICE
by David Spondike 17 Nov '18

17 Nov '18

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TRI-C THESIS FILM AUDITIONS
by Jay B. Johnson 17 Nov '18

17 Nov '18

I KNOW THIS IS LAST MINUTE, BUT IF YOU SEE THIS BEFORE 1PM ON SATURDAY-- If you are interested, just come by on Saturday the 17th, Tri-C Metro Campus, DETAILS BELOW We have sides there, you can audition for MORE THAN ONE FILM! IF YOU WANT TO SEND A PRE-TAPED AUDITION, EMAIL FOR SIDES. Below is the original casting notice, Thanks, Jay Cuyahoga Community College advanced film students are casting for their short films. A class casting call will take place *November 16th, 2018* at the *Tri-C Metro Campus*, 2900 Community College Metropolitan Campus, in the Tommy LiPuma Center for Creative arts building 2nd floor. (parking on woodland) from *3:00-7:30pm* and *November* *17th*, *1:00-3:30pm*. Filming will begin early 2019 and take place in various locations in and around the city. These are one to two day shoots. These are non-union, non-paying roles. craft services provided. for questions and/or character sides please contact soshabanky(a)gmail.com for sides. No appointment necessary. “*Unhaunted*” A Comedy Mockumentary By: Brad Daum Treacher Avenue has a long history of death, which leaves all of the houses haunted, save for one. *Devin* - Mid-Twenties. Open race. A pretentious host. Tendency to dress in blacks, leather jackets, and skulls. *Dr. Stanley Still* - Late fifties. Open race. Well studied historian. Speaks clearly and succinctly. *Oswald Crowley* - Sixties. Open race. Retired police officer. Very straightforward in his delivery. *Local Woman* - Early Thirties. Open race. Happy-go-lucky. Very happy to be interviewed. Maybe too happy. *Local Man* - Late Thirties. Open race. Annoyed that he’s being interviewed. Just wants to get home. *Trevo*r - Mid-Twenties. Open race. A sound man only in this job for the money. Not entirely confident in his abilities yet. *Robert *- Early thirties. Open race. A ghost who died in the early 1970s. Very aloof about the fact that he’s dead. *Mark* - Late-Twenties. Open race. A cameraman and grip-electric who’s been burned by the industry. Irritated by Devin and his pet project. “*House*” Narrative By: Perry Billett An interior designer goes to confront a missing colleague at a client’s house, only to find the house in eerie disarray and his colleague in a state of fear -- but refusing to reveal why. *INTERIOR DESIGN DIRECTOR]* [ETHNICITY: ANY] [GENDER: ANY] [AGE: 30s-50s] No-nonsense Senior Member an interior design firm. Confronts friend, a Junior Interior Designer, at a client’s house about a project that’s taken weeks longer than scheduled. [*JUNIOR INTERIOR DESIGNER]* [ETHNICITY: ANY] [GENDER: ANY] [AGE: LATE 20s] Creatively ambitious young interior designer of the same firm. Forced to serve the Phantom and becomes trapped in the House. Struggles with this isolation. *[PHANTOM]* [ETHNICITY: ANY] [GENDER MALE] [AGE: 30+] [HEIGHT: As tall as possible (6’5”+)] Eerie man who haunts the house and whoever happens to enter it. Holds significant power over those he is in a scene with. Plays a sadistic trick on the Interior Design Director. “*The Summoners*” Narrative By: Phil Bernstein Two occultists attempt to summon a dangerous supernatural being, but with every failure, each becomes more suspicious of the other. *[GWEN]* [GENDER: FEMALE] [ETHNICITY: ANY] [AGE: 20s] A medium obsessed with summoning a powerful, possibly demonic entity. She’s talented and confident, but begins to unravel under the pressure of the ritual. *[ALEX]* [GENDER: MALE] [ETHNICITY: ANY] [AGE: 30s] A mysterious, wealthy man who organized the summoning ritual. He’s initially friendly, but is revealed to be impulsive, aggressive, and dishonest. *“The Haunted Woman” *Narrative By: Angeline Walsh Imprisoned in a room while on a mandated “rest cure” at a country home, a woman loses grip on reality when she notices a sinister being living in the wallpaper. *PROTAGONIST (WOMAN):* An unnamed woman, mid-to-late 20s. Suffering from a nervous breakdown and gradually descending into madness. *THE WOMAN IN THE WALL:* To be played by the same actress at the protagonist, a strange and mysterious figure who lives in the walls. She is an alter ego of the protagonist, freely mad and uninhibited. *JOHN:* The protagonist’s physician husband, late 20s to 30s. He is domineering, condescending, and arrogant. *“In The Dark” *Narrative By: Matt Kuehn A desperate young man battles with his thoughts to rob others for the greater good of his family. *Josh:* 17, Male, Main character (before tragedy) easy going, a bit nerdy, loud expressive type, average student (after) Quiet, introvert, paranoid, only cares about work *Aaron:* 17, Male, been friends with Josh since kindergarten, very social, life of the party, caring, considerate *Mother:* 30’s-40’s, Female, Single working mother with 2 jobs, Serious, hardworking, her son comes first, sassy, realist *“A Way Out” *Narrative By: Orlando Santiago Growing up in the inner city is hard and it is no different for Ricky. He was raised in the streets facing the everyday struggles of crime and neighborhood thugs. All while looking for a way out and discovering his calling. *Ricky*: 18- 24, Race Open, Urban He is a determined and often misunderstood inner city kid. A very self-motivating person *Roger*: 18 – 24, Race Open, Urban He is a strong self-centered guy, the neighborhood thug who bullies and intimidates to get his way. *Titus*: 20 -28, Race Open, Urban, He is a very smart, funny, and outgoing. He loves to have fun and joke around. *“Shadow Runner” *Narrative By: Katerina Zizis A shadow lurks around seeking only one person who loses everyone she knows. *Sarah:* Sarah is a spunky 17-year-old girl. She gets home from work to find that all of her family members are gone. *Mom:* Sarah’s Mom is 39-55 years old. She Works hard keeps the house clean at home when her children are working and going to school on the side. *Logan:* Logan is a 18-21 years old. He picks on her any chance he can get because that’s what siblings do. *Ethnicities: *Caucasian -- Jay B. Johnson 440-263-5396

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SNOWED INN HOLIDAY VARIETY SHOW DEBUTS AT FOREST CITY BREWERY - Family Friendly!
by Renee DeSantis 16 Nov '18

16 Nov '18

Sent from my iPhone > > > - Snowed Inn Holiday Variety Show kicks off the Christmas season with a hearty dose of laughter, music, and good spirits on Thursday, November 29 at Forest City Brewery. Created by co-writers and co-hosts Marissa DeSantis and James Catullo, the original show pays homage to classic television specials of the past. > > “Stars like Bing Crosby and John Denver hosted holiday specials where all of their talented friends would visit them in a cozy, decorated Christmas house,” says DeSantis. “Our show will have the same warm, spirited vibe.” > > In the show, DeSantis and Catullo find themselves stranded in their Ohio mountain vacation cabin thanks to an unexpected winter storm. When they aren’t able to make it home for Christmas, their talented friends show up and bring the holiday to them. > > Snowed Inn features guest performances by comedians Dionne Atchison and Sam Dee, and music from singer-songwriter Stephanie Trivison. The show includes a baking demonstration from Becca Ritterspach of Save Room Catering, and a crafts segment with Lora DiFranco of Free Period Press. > > “We wanted the show to have a real variety feel with the types of segments you would see on TV but not necessarily on other Northeast Ohio stages,” says Catullo. “We’re excited for the group of guests we’ve got, and we might be saving a surprise or two as well.” > > Tickets for the all-ages Snowed Inn Holiday Variety Show are available for $10 at the door. > > WHAT: Snowed Inn Holiday Variety Show > > WHERE: Forest City Brewery 2135 Columbus Road, Cleveland, OH 44113 > > WHEN: Thursday, November 29, 7:00PM > > EVENT SITE: https://www.facebook.com/events/263351011051336/ > > > Renee DeSantis >

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COSTUME DESIGNER NEEDED
by Michael Stein 16 Nov '18

16 Nov '18

NEAR WEST THEATRE IS SEEKING TO FILL THE POSITION OF *COSTUME DESIGNER* FOR *STEPHEN SONDHEIM'S* "*ANYONE CAN WHISTLE" *with a cast of 50. THIS IS A PAID POSITION. February 15-24, 2019 Winter Youth Show, cast ages 9-15 (7 Shows) Performances: February 15, 16, 17, 21, 22, 23, 24 Auditions: November 19, 20, 21| Callbacks: November 24 & 26 Rehearsals: December 10-February 6 | Dry Tech: February 9 | Tech: February 10-14 Director – Kelcie Dugger Please contact Michael Stein mstein(a)nearwesttheatre.org

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Short. Sweet. Film Fest. Community Workshop: DSLR Filmmaking w/ Donn R. Nottage
by Brian Bowers 16 Nov '18

16 Nov '18

Want to get started making films, but are a little intimidated by all of the technical details of using a camera? Do you own a DSLR, but aren't sure how to use it to get the shots you see in your head? Are you afraid to use your camera to shoot in manual mode because you don't know much about exposure, ISO, or how to use all those buttons, menus, or settings? Veteran filmmaker and photographer Donn R. Nottage demystifies your DSLR camera and breaks down the basics of using it to make movies in this community workshop from Short. Sweet. Film Fest. and Gorilla Film School. This introductory level workshop will teach you the basics of DSLR filmmaking including: - The basics of image exposure: ISO, aperture, and shutter speed - Some of the standard settings used in filmmaking--why they're standard, and how to set them up on a DSLR - How lens speed and focal length affect exposure and perspective - Basic principles of cinematography and how they specifically apply to shooting on a DSLR - Basic settings and functions that all DSLR filmmakers should understand on their own cameras - And more! Attendees are encouraged to bring in their own DSLR cameras so they can see how many of the functions, settings, and topics can be directly applied to their own camera. The workshop will be taught by Cleveland filmmaker and photographer Donn R. Nottage. Donn R. Nottage has been actively involved in virtually every facet of independent film for many years. He is a cinematographer, actor, director, writer, special make-up effects artist, and professional photographer. He and his wife Renee are eight-time 48HFP veterans, and head up “Velvet Buck Productions,” which has won an array of awards in multiple categories, including Best Film in the inaugural year of the Cleveland 48 Hour Horror Film project. He’s the co-director and cinematographer of Mikhail Tot’s crime comedy feature film, “In Guns We Trust,” and has recently released the film noir feature, “The Final Goodbye,” which he also co-directed and shot. He can be seen in numerous indie films, web, and TV series, including the Smithsonian Channel’s WWII historical series, “Hell Below.” The workshop will take place in the Valencia Conference Room in The Metropolitan at the 9. There will be a 90 minute break for lunch (not included in registration fee). Attendees are encouraged to eat right in the 9's full service bar/restaurant. All workshops are filmed for future content and marketing purposes, and all attendees are required to sign a media release. Short. Sweet. Community Workshop: Intro to DSLR Filmmaking with Donn R. Nottage Saturday, December 1st 10:30 am - 3:00pm (90 minute lunch break a 12:00pm, cost of lunch not included in registration fee) Valencia Room at Metropolitan at the 9 (2017 E. 9th Street, Cleveland, Ohio 44115) Cost: $20 per person *REGISTER NOW! <https://www.eventbrite.com/e/short-sweet-film-fest-community-workshop-dslr-…>*

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Spelling Bee
by Marc Howard 16 Nov '18

16 Nov '18

In Search Of Chip and Panch! Additional Roles Available for Geauga Lyric Theater Guild’s Production of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee Charlito “Chip” Tolentino Male, Tenor, C4 - B5, An athletic, social, boy scout and champion of the Twenty-Fourth Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, he returns to defend his title, but he finds puberty hitting at an inopportune moment. Other roles played by Chip: Jesus Christ Male, Tenor, Deity invoked by a speller in need. Vice Principal Douglas Panch Male, Spoken (non-singing role), The Vice Principle. Frustrated with his life, he finds the drive of the young spellers alien to him. After five years' absence from the Bee, Panch returns as judge. There was an "incident" at the Twentieth Annual Bee, but he claims to be in "a better place" now, thanks to a high-fiber diet and Jungian analysis. He is infatuated with Rona Lisa Peretti, but she does not return his affections. If interested, please contact the director at marc.c.howard(a)gmail.com

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Additional Role Available for Hands on a Hardbody at Hudson Players
by Will C Crosby 16 Nov '18

16 Nov '18

Additional Role Available for Hands on a Hardbody at Hudson Players Chris Alvaro: Male, 22-32 (Range: Tenor, Ab2-Ab4) Well-built under his hoodie, a pair of aviator glasses conceal his eyes. Military steeliness and hidden vulnerability. Where: The Hudson Players The Barlow Community Center 41 S. Oviatt Street Hudson, OH 44236 Direction by Will C. Crosby Musical Direction by Bridget Jankowski Choreography by Mo Martin Stage Management and Assistant Direction by Stephen Berg PERFORMANCE DATES: February 1st, 2nd, 8th, 9th, 10th, 15th, 16th, 17th, 22nd, and 23rd Rehearsals: Regular Rehearsals will start November 25th. (There will be a read through scheduled on November 20th.) Interested parties should email director Will C Crosby at Willcodycrosby(a)gmail.com

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LITTLE WOMEN AUDITIONS in TWO WEEKS
by fctheatre 16 Nov '18

16 Nov '18

French Creek Theatre<http://metroparks.cc/theatre.php> announces auditions for... LITTLE WOMEN Music by Jason Howland Lyrics by Mindi Dickstein Book by Allan Knee Based on the novel by Louisa May Alcott Directed by Joanna May Cullinan Musical Direction by Anthony Trifiletti >From their Concord, Massachusetts home in Civil War America, Jo, Meg, Amy and Beth March plan their futures, but the present time is what they'll cherish forever. Woven together with each sister's unique flaws, hopes and dreams, the classic novel gets the musical treatment in this vibrant and stirring adaptation of Louisa May Alcott's timeless celebration of a family unbroken by life's trials. PERFORMANCES March 29 - April 14, 2019 Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30PM Sundays at 3:00PM AUDITIONS Sunday, December 2 & Monday, December 3 7PM-10PM BY APPOINTMENT Email<mailto:fctheatre@metroparks.cc> or call (440) 949-5200 to reserve a 5-minute slot Callbacks as needed PREPARATION Actors encouraged but not required to bring a resume and headshot. Please prepare/memorize two short cuttings in the style of the show (can be two songs OR one song and one monologue) not to exceed 4 minutes total. Bring all conflicts with you to auditions. REHEARSALS Rehearsals will be 4-5 days/week beginning February 26th CAST REQUIREMENTS Seeking strong actor/singers 15 & over, including mature character actors. Nearly everyone in the cast doubles as additional roles. Women between the ages of 15-35 will be considered for the March sisters. Jo March / soprano E3-A5 The second of the four sisters. A passionate and determined young author, struggling to find her place in the world. Independent and fiery, she rejects Laurie's proposal before eventually becoming engaged to Professor Bhaer. Professor Bhaer / baritone G2-F#4 A sensible German professor boarding with Mrs. Kirk. Persuades Jo that she is "better" than the "blood and guts stuff" she writes. Falls in love with, and eventually becomes engaged to Jo. Theodore "Laurie" Laurence / tenor Bb2-Bb4 Lonely and charming boy next door who becomes firm friends with the March family. Proposes to Jo but eventually falls in love with and marries Amy. Amy March / soprano Cb4-Gb5 The youngest sister who yearns for a sophisticated life, Amy is the baby of the family and is used to getting her own way. Ladylike and elegant, she eventually marries Laurie. Meg March / soprano A#3-Gb5 The eldest and most traditional of the sisters. Prim and proper but romantic and sweet-natured. She marries, and has twins with John Brooke. Beth March / soprano A3-G5 The second youngest of the sisters. Timid and musical, Beth encourages and helps her sisters selflessly. Forms an unlikely friendship with the crotchety Mr. Laurence but tragically dies of Scarlet Fever in Act 2. Marmee March / mezzo-soprano Eb3-Eb5 Marmee is the backbone of the March family and manages to remain strong in spite of the difficulties she faces. Only reveals her true fears and pain when she sings. Mr. Laurence / baritone D3-E4 Laurie's grandfather. A stiff and stern elderly man who eventually shows his softer side and gives Beth the beloved piano that belonged to his dead daughter. Aunt March / mezzo-soprano E3-F5 A formidable and haughty great-aunt to the March sisters. Exasperated by Jo's lack of propriety, she decides to take Amy to Europe. Mr. John Brooke / baritone C#3-F#4 Laurie's tutor. A reserved and hard-working young man who only shows his tender side when he falls in love with Meg. Mrs. Kirke / mezzo-soprano E3-F5 The Irish owner of the boarding house in which Professor Bhaer and Jo meet. All actors cast receive a stipend. Little Women is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.MTIShows.com<http://www.MTIShows.com>

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NOV 30 - DEC 1 | CPT & Masrah Cleveland Al-Arabi present a workshop production: DREAM OF HOME حلم وطن
by Caitlin Lewins 16 Nov '18

16 Nov '18

Cleveland Public Theatre & Masrah Cleveland Al-Arabi مسرح كليفلاند العربي present a workshop production DREAM OF HOMEحلم وطن <https://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2018-2019/masrah-cleveland-a…> Created by the Ensemble, Raymond Bobgan, & Faye Hargate. Directed by Raymond Bobgan. NOVEMBER 30 & DECEMBER 1 at 6:00pm Dream of Home حلم وطن is about how we remember, seek, and create home, celebrating connections to our past heritage and sharing culture with the broader community. This work-in-progress production features Masrah Cleveland Al-Arabi ensemble artists performing their own personal stories. Masrah Cleveland Al-Arabi is a Cleveland Public Theatre new project by, for, and with Arabic-speaking communities. The ensemble of artists is open to all people who share a heritage from Arabic-speaking cultures and a curiosity and passion for theatre. Generous support provided by the Doris Duke Foundation for Islamic Art. The program is bilingual, presented in English and Arabic. PRESHOW MUSIC and CATERING Preshow Music by Danny Lahood Catering by Kan Zaman POSTSHOW MUSIC and DANCING* November 30 – Tony Mikhael Band December 1 – DJ Georgie, Middle Eastern Music *Dance floor is not wheelchair accessible ENSEMBLE Abbas Alhilali, Issam Boudiab, Jamal Julia Boudiab, Ebaa Boudiab, Hussein Ghareeb, Omar Kurdi, Manar Yared, Haneen Yehya CREATIVE PRODUCTION TEAM Raymond Bobgan – Producer Faye Hargate – Line Producer Jamal Julia Boudiab – Marketing Translation Consultant Inda Blatch-Geib – Costume Designer ADVISORY COMMITTEE Jamila Alhaib, Abbas Alhilali, Alia Almashni, Pierre Bejjani, Joe Cimperman, Irene Farah, Michel Farah, Ahmad Hamo, Abdelghani Kitab, George Koussa, Omar Kurdi, Rebecca Mayhew, Leen Midani, Shirien Muntaser, Abed el-Rahman Tayyara, Ruth Tracy, Isam Zaiem Tickets: $15 6415 Detroit Avenue, Cleveland OH 44102 CPT is located in the heart of the Gordon Square Arts District. Tickets available at www.cptonline.org<http://www.cptonline.org> or CPT Box Office (216) 631-2727 ext. 501. Caitlin Lewins Director of Audience Engagement & Media Relations Cleveland Public Theatre 6415 Detroit Ave Cleveland OH, 44102 (216) 631-2727 x211

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NOV 29 - DEC 22 | Conni's Avant Garde Restaurant is back at CPT!
by Caitlin Lewins 16 Nov '18

16 Nov '18

Cleveland Public Theatre presents "monster hit" Conni's Avant Garde Restaurant: A Snowball's Chance<https://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2018-2019/connis-avant-garde…> Created by Conni's Avant Garde Restaurant Ensemble. Directed by Cynthia Croot. Hailed as "devilish dinner theatre" by the New York Daily News, one of CPT's most popular holiday entertainments is BACK! NOVEMBER 29 - DECEMBER 22 Hailed as "devilish dinner theatre" by the New York Daily News, one of CPT's most popular holiday entertainments is BACK! This hilarious musical performance includes crazy cabaret, comedy, dancing, game show competitions, violence, and a five-course meal. The performers cook and serve the feast, using fresh, locally-sourced ingredients-each course served through musical and choreographed sequences. Conni's Avant Garde Restaurant: A Snowball's Chance is an eclectic, bizarre, and delightful night at the theatre like no other. You won't want to miss this! World Premiere. Tickets: $35-75 Tickets include five-course meal and table wine. Preview: $35 Standard Price (Wednesday, Sunday): $50 Standard Price (Thursday, Friday, Saturday): $75 6415 Detroit Avenue, Cleveland OH 44102 CPT is located in the heart of the Gordon Square Arts District. Tickets available at www.cptonline.org<http://www.cptonline.org> or CPT Box Office (216) 631-2727 ext. 501. Caitlin Lewins Director of Audience Engagement & Media Relations Cleveland Public Theatre 6415 Detroit Ave Cleveland OH, 44102 (216) 631-2727 x211

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