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Technical Theater Director Opportunity Hudson, Ohio
by Thomas West 13 Nov '18

13 Nov '18

Technical Theater Director Opportunity Hudson, Ohio Western Reserve Academy is seeking a technical theater director who will assume the responsibilities for the technical operations of the Knight Fine Arts Center, including lighting, sound, and set construction. Start date: December 1, 2018. The ideal candidate possesses MOST or ALL of the following qualifications:  Experience with creative set construction  Technical production and design experience  Degree and/or certifications in related field  Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills  Capable of working well with a group and independently  Flexible work hours, especially near production time  Technology skills  Ability to operate, program, troubleshoot, and maintain equipment for theatrical and live entertainment Duties & Responsibilities  Design and build sets for three main-stage theater productions  Work cooperatively with production directors  Stage, lighting, and sound coordination for plays, musical, dance performances, instrumental and choir concerts, and other main-stage productions throughout the school year  Sound equipment management for the Knight Fine Arts Center and the Chapel  Ability to operate and maintain equipment for theatrical and live entertainment  Teach one section of Stagecraft To Apply Send letter of interest and résumé/CV via e-mail attachment to wrarecruiting(a)wra.net <mailto:wrarecruiting@wra.net> Attention: Kate Mueller, Associate Head of School Both full-time and part-time applications will be considered based on qualifications. Full time benefits include possible on campus housing. We invite you to explore our website wra.net <http://wra.net/> and learn more about our school.

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Only One More Weekend for Molly Sweeney, by Seat of the Pants Productions
by Craig Joseph 13 Nov '18

13 Nov '18

Here's what audiences are saying after the first weekend of Brian Friel's Molly Sweeney, by Seat of the Pants Productions <https://www.facebook.com/events/2099563543692707/?acontext=%7B%22source%22%…>, being performed at Weathervane Playhouse <https://www.facebook.com/WeathervanePlayhouse/?__tn__=K-R&eid=ARAM3oWvSXNpD…> : "An awesome experience. Three incredible performances and a riveting story!" "Beautiful, haunting, and a masterclass in acting. Without a doubt the best theatre I've seen in a very very long time." "What an amazing show, and an amazing production. Such lovely, detailed, grounded, honest work [from the actors]. And no unnecessary movement, great use of the space - just fantastic theatre. Easily in my top 10 for shows I've seen this year." ONLY ONE MORE WEEKEND! Don't miss the chance to see this beautiful little play, starring Natalie Sander Kern <https://www.facebook.com/natalie.s.kern?__tn__=K-R&eid=ARDceC_mF45t5mPuIUsC…> , Abraham Adams <https://www.facebook.com/wrigglenstew?__tn__=K-R&eid=ARBKvhhZVf9AKXiytO7vPD…>, and Brian Newberg <https://www.facebook.com/brian.newberg1?__tn__=K-R&eid=ARBG84mxZTiOrs5F3tnn…>. Stage managed by Sam Landgraf <https://www.facebook.com/sam.landgraf.1?__tn__=K-R&eid=ARC1YfXhw53EQomeTMa0…> and directed by Craig Joseph <https://www.facebook.com/craig.joseph.18?__tn__=K-R&eid=ARBZbtObfRC0DZuBy_v…> . Tickets are $20 and are available at https://mollysweeney.eventbrite.com <https://mollysweeney.eventbrite.com/?fbclid=IwAR0SE6EmOP5KvBWq6IFb9i-YbgJld…> or www.seatofthepants.org/molly-sweeney <https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.seatofthepants.org%2Fmolly-…>. Seating is limited, so advance purchase is recommended.

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CARPENTERS CHRISTMAS TRIBUTE SHOW 12/15/18
by Spotlight Dinner Theatre 13 Nov '18

13 Nov '18

Our Carpenters Christmas Tribute Show takes the audience on a trip down memory lane to "An Old Fashioned Christmas", complete with "frosted window panes, candles gleaming inside and painted candy canes on the tree". This show recreates the nostalgia of the Carpenters' Christmas TV Specials, complete with all of the Christmas songs you love and adore! Our fabulous holiday show includes the holiday classic songs "Sleigh Ride", "Christmas Waltz", "It's Christmas Time", "Merry Christmas, Darling", "The Christmas Song", and so much more. Join us and revisit your cherished Christmas memories...and prepare for some magical surprises as we take you down memory lane! Dinner and full show only $36:00. Fabulous singers and a live band make up this fantastic holiday event. Reservations are required by calling 330.327.2087 or order online. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/carpenters-christmas-tribute-show-extravaganza…

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Disney's "The Little Mermaid" opening Friday - houses already selling out!
by Chagrin Valley Little Theatre 12 Nov '18

12 Nov '18

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Holliday Family Fun Day with The Illusion Factory
by Matthew J. Wilks 12 Nov '18

12 Nov '18

The Illusion Factory presents "How The Grinch Stole Christmas" Directed by Stephanie Wilbert Featuring Matthew Wilks and Shley Snider. Saturday December 8th, 2018 at The Summit Artspace 140 East Market Street Akron, OH 44308 Enjoy a performance of this two-person, holiday classic performed with festive excitement by The Illusion Factory players. This Christmas-time favorite by Dr. Seuss is appropriate for the whole family. Wear your favorite ugly Christmas sweater to this holiday event. The best one wins a prize! Meet and greet the actors for a short Q&A after the show! All are invited to participate in a 30 minute holiday inspired Theater performance workshop after the performance. The workshop will include Theater improvisation, acting, and movement games! Fun for the whole family!! Before and after the performance feel free to join in on our activity stations!!!! Door's will open one hour prior to performance. All proceeds from this family-friendly event benefit The Illusion Factory and its mission to inspire children’s creativity through touring exciting and engaging theater performances and residency workshops to as many school children as possible throughout the state of Ohio. Tickets are $10 per person for general admission seating and are available online or at the door. Children 3 years and under are free. Doors open at 1:00 p.m. Performance begins at 2:00 p.m. Theater Workshop will follow after Ugly Christmas Sweater Contest!!! For more information or to reserve your seat please call: 330376-5700 or email: theillusionfactoryakron(a)gmail.com Reply Reply All Forward

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Carnival! Opens at Near West Theatre on FRIDAY
by Bailey Pfohl 12 Nov '18

12 Nov '18

Carnival! Opens at Near West Theatre on November 16th! This show features our Intergenerational Cast, ages 7 & up Music and Lyrics by Bob Merrill Book by Michael Stewart Based on Material by Helen Deutsch Directed by Bob Navis Jr Naïve orphan Lili happens upon a failing carnival troupe in the south of France and meets puppeteer Paul, a former ballet dancer and a war hero, now lame and unable to ever dance again. Paul forms a puppet act with Lili as the main attraction, and the carnival is changed forever! Acclaimed for its simplicity and compassion, Carnival! is an endless parade of color, magic, and dance - and four special puppets sure to win your hearts and imaginations! Based on the 1953 film Lili, Carnival! boasts a charming Bob Merrill score, including the hit song “Love Makes The World Go Round,” which will lift your spirits long after the final bows. This bittersweet fairy tale is our Holiday Spectacular, sure to delight audiences of all ages! **Sign Language Interpreted Performance: Thursday, December 6th, at 7:30pm** TICKETS $10 General Admission Adult/$8 Children 12 and under/$25 STAR SEATS TICKETS can be purchased ONLINE at the link above (nearwesttheatre.org) by phone (216.961.6391), or in person during Box Office hours. NWT Box Office hours are M-F from 11am-4pm. Near West Theatre 6702 Detroit Ave Cleveland, OH 44102-3014 Phone: 216.961.9750 Fax: 216.961.6381 Box Office: 216.961.6391 info(a)nearwesttheatre.org<mailto:info@nearwesttheatre.org> Visit us online at nearwesttheatre.org facebook.com/NearWestTheatre Instagram & Twitter: @NearWestTheatre

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Teacher Training: Drama for Autism/Special Needs
by Wendy Duke 12 Nov '18

12 Nov '18

The Center for Applied Drama and Autism 1501 S Hawkins Ave. Akron, OH 44320 Teacher Training: Drama for Autism/Special Needs For theatre teaching artist and educators and those who work with special needs populations: The Center for Applied Drama and Autism is offering four teacher training sessions over the next year, taught by co-founders Laura Valendza and Wendy S Duke. The workshops will cover methods and techniques for working with youth and adults on the autism spectrum and other special needs populations. The workshops will take place at CADA’s studio located at 1501 S Hawkins Ave. Each 6-hour workshop focuses on a specific topic: Dec 15, 2018: Theatre games for developing social skills March 16, 2019: Physical acting for body language understanding and communication June 22, 2019: Improv for Autism/Special Needs Sept 7, 2019: Emotion games/exercises for self-advocacy and dealing with bullying Workshops begin at 9 AM and end at 4 PM with a full hour lunch break between sessions. CADA students and volunteers will be on hand to assist with the training. Ample hand-outs will be available for participants to take home. Cost of workshops: 6 hours @$150 each. Sign up for all four @ $550, a $50 discount. Contact us at 234-678-7830 or by email at info(a)centerforada.org to enroll and/or for further information. Laura Valendza is an intervention specialist and a professional actor. Wendy Duke is a drama and autism specialist who is program director for Theatre on the Spectrum, a day theatre program for adults with special needs. Duke and Valendza have presented drama and autism workshops at Milestones National Autism Conferences, Very Special Arts Intersections conferences, National Autism Society and Greater Akron Autism Society. Co-Founder, *The Center for Applied Drama and Autism* Program Director, *Theatre on the Spectrum Adult Day Company, Ardmore Inc* email: wendy(a)centerforada.org <laura(a)centerforada.org> telephone: 330.687.4177 web: centerforada.org

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Auditions for Hairspray for the Akron Civic Theatre's Millennial Theatre Project
by Megan Harvey 12 Nov '18

12 Nov '18

AUDITION NOTICE FOR AKRON CIVIC THEATRE’S MILLENNIAL THEATRE PROJECT Casting for: HAIRSPRAY Millennial Theatre Project prides itself on non-traditional casting and we are looking for DIVERSITY AND MINORITIES to audition for this large cast. AUDITION LOCATION: Akron Civic Theatre - 182 S. Main St., Akron, OH 44308 Audition Date: Wednesday, November 14, 2018 Audition Times: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM SHOW INFORMATION: Performances are January 10, 11, 12 at 8:00 PM and January 12, 13 at 3:00 PM Rehearsals start the week of November 25 Rehearsals will be Sunday thru Thursday 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM. WHAT TO PREPARE: 5-minute increments. Prepare two 16 bar songs of your choice in the style of the show. All songs will be performed acapella. TO SCHEDULE YOUR AUDITION: Please email mharvey(a)akroncivic.com or call 330-535-3179, Monday thru Friday from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM and ask for Megan.

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Part-time Theatre Supervisor - Stocker Arts Center
by Linda Hefner 12 Nov '18

12 Nov '18

Under the guidance of the Production Managers, the Theatre Supervisor is responsible for, but not limited to: performing multiple tasks as described in the LCCC Theatre Supervisor Job Description, including assisting with the operation and maintenance of College performance facilities, mechanical systems and equipment; assisting with the training and supervision of stage assistants, Theatre Assistants and Theatre Technicians; and assisting with managing, supervising and performing the operations of the Stocker Arts Center by implementing College and community events. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in related field and/or equivalent experience; ability to work effectively with others in a team environment; ability to fulfill a proactive customer service philosophy; and ability and willingness to work a flexible, on-call schedule which may include early mornings, evenings and weekends. Must be able to perform moderate to heavy lifting (70+ pounds). Preferred Qualifications: Three years in a supervisory capacity in a technical theatre setting: knowledge of theatrical counterweight system and rigging, theatrical sound/lighting systems and maintenance. To apply: https://lorainccc.referrals.selectminds.com/jobs/part-time-theatre-supervis… Linda Hefner Box Office Coordinator Stocker Arts Center 1005 N Abbe Rd, Elyria OH 44035 440-366-4040 lhefner(a)lorainccc.edu "First in the Nation for Excellence in Student Success" [AACC Seal 175]

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THE PROPOSAL by Anton Chekhov @ Baldwin Wallace University
by sara＠sarawhale.com 12 Nov '18

12 Nov '18

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