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Workshop Players Theater "Night Watch" by Lucille Fletcher Opens November 8
by Workshop Players 05 Nov '18

05 Nov '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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VIOLET - November 8-18 at Playhouse Square!
by Theatre 05 Nov '18

05 Nov '18

--------------------------------------------------- VIOLET November 8-18, 2018 Presented by Cleveland State University Department of Theatre and Dance Playhouse Square - The Helen Rosenfeld Lewis Bialosky Lab Theatre, Allen Theatre Complex TICKETS: $5-$15 | 216-241-6000 | www.playhousesquare.org <http://www.playhousesquare.org/events/detail/violet> VIOLET is a moving production that features show-stopping anthems, ranging from American-roots to folk to gospel. As a girl, Violet was struck by a wayward axe blade when her father was chopping wood, leaving her with a visible scar across her face. With enough money finally saved she's traveling across the Deep South in 1964 towards a miracle - the healing touch of a TV evangelist who will make her beautiful. Although she may not succeed in having the scar on her face healed, Violet is able to repair those scars that are lying deeper than her skin. The show is directed by CSU Associate Professor Holly Holsinger, with music direction by Maria DiDonato. Music is by Jeanine Tesori, with lyrics and book by Brian Crawley. VIOLET is based on "The Ugliest Pilgrim" by Doris Betts. THE CAST The Cleveland State University cast features Raven Monet Bryant, Brooke Myers, Anthony "X" Brown, Sophia Marcella Costanzo, Chace Coulter, Rebekah Ferro, Jordan Ficyk, Brianna Hohenfeld, Frank Ivancic, Steven Livingston, Sullivan Ratcliff, and Ricki Thomas. SPECIAL EVENINGS A $25 Dinner and a Show night is available one night only on Friday, November 9, 2018. The package includes dinner at Elements Bistro<http://elementsoneuclid.com/> between 4:30pm and 6:30pm, and a ticket to the 7:30pm showing of VIOLET this evening. This ticket type is by pre-reservation only at least 48-hours prior to the show. Tickets must be purchased as a Dinner and a Show package through Playhouse Square (Elements Bistro does not sell tickets or packages). An American Sign Language (ASL) performance will be held on Sunday, November 11, 2018. Patrons can get a $5.00 discount off the general ticket price with the code "ASL" when ordering. DATES AND TICKETS Show times are Thursdays through Saturdays at 7:30 p.m., and Sundays at 2 p.m. $5-$15 tickets are available by calling 216.241.6000, visiting playhousesquare.org<http://www.playhousesquare.org/events/detail/violet>, or at the State Theatre Ticket Office, located at 1519 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44115. Tickets are also available 60-minutes prior to performances at the Allen Theatre Complex. See website<http://www.playhousesquare.org/events/detail/violet> for additional details on $25 Dinner and a Show packages. ---------------------------------------------------

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Sketch Comedy Show Saturday - Happy Secrets Directed by Michael Busch
by Michael Busch 05 Nov '18

05 Nov '18

*SKETCH COMEDY SHOW SATURDAY 8PM - $5* *TICKETS: **https://www.eventbrite.com/e/happy-secrets-level-2-sketch-graduation-show-tickets-51561760614 <https://www.eventbrite.com/e/happy-secrets-level-2-sketch-graduation-show-t…>* *Happy Secrets is a sketch comedy show written and performed by Bob Slatt, Joe Rajka, Stacey Cassidy, Walter Hemmelgarn, & Tesh Ekman* *Directed & produced by Michael Busch* *Producer's assistant Ali Arnold* *Blank Canvas Theatre 1305 West 80th St Suite 211 Cleveland, OH 44102* *Saturday, November 10th, 8pm* *Show at 8pm, doors at 7:30pm - drinks and snacks available in the lobby* *Happy Secrets is the first graduation show for Level 2 of Michael Busch's sketch comedy program. For more information on classes please visit: https://www.themichaelbusch.com/classes <https://www.themichaelbusch.com/classes>* -- For class information please visit: https://www.themichaelbusch.com/classes

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Playmakers' Edgar Allan Poe THIS WEEK at Ensemble Theatre
by Rachel Zake 05 Nov '18

05 Nov '18

Good Afternoon! Edgar Allan Poe iscoming to a stage near you!!! Playmakers proudly presents Nightfall with Edgar AllanPoe, a play by local playwright Eric Coble. We are extremely excitedto partner with Ensemble Theatre in Cleveland Heights to bring this show tolife. This will be a different style of show, blackbox, than wehave done in the past. Traditionally, our actors have performed on alarge stage. This is a smaller set: only 60 chairs per show. Usinga smaller space at Ensemble means actors are only a few feet from theaudience. This is the first time Playmakers has taken on this challengeand we are very excited to present this show in November. If you areinterested in the appropriately creepy fall stories of Edgar Allan Poe or inseeing a different type of theatre than you may typically experience, pleasejoin us! Where: Ensemble Theatre, 2843Washington Blvd, Cleveland Hts, OH 44118When: November 8 (7pm) and November 11 (2pm and 7pm)Ticket Price: $10Link to Tickets: http://www.mandeljcc.org/nightfallShow description: Edgar Allan Poe stands alone in theflickering darkness of his mind, trying desperately to convince himself -- andus -- that he's not mad. The spell he weaves brings us a highly theatricaladaptation of four tales Poe himself considered his best: "The Raven,""The Fall of the House of Usher," "The Pit and thePendulum," and "The Tell-Tale Heart." Enter the world of Poe andcheck your heartbeat at the door. NOTE: Edgar Allan Poe was a fantastic writer and invaluableto the world of literature. However, he did trend towards darker subjectmatters, including mortality. This show may not be appropriate foryounger audiences. See you at the show! RachelZakeDirector of Playmakers Youth TheatreDirector of The Francine and Benson Pilloff Family PerformingArts CampMandel Jewish Community Center of Cleveland26001 South Woodland RoadBeachwood, OH 44122phone: 216-831-0700 ext.1494rzake(a)mandeljcc.orgwww.mandeljcc.org

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Auditions - "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee" and "Of Mice and Men"
by Jim Weaver 05 Nov '18

05 Nov '18

Kent State University at Stark (6000 Frank Ave. NW, N. Canton) announces auditions for the spring 2019 productions of “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” by William Finn and Rachel Sheinkin and “Of Mice and Men” by John Steinbeck. This well-known musical theatre gem and classic drama are filled with diverse characters that offer artists the opportunity to explore and express their craft to the fullest. Auditions will be held on November 14 & 15 at 7:00 P.M. in the Fine Arts building on Stark Campus. These productions are non-union and non-paying. Auditions are open to everyone, including community persons, students, and instructors. “Spelling Bee” will be directed by Jim Weaver and musically directed by Laurel Seeds. Needed are four women and five men of various age and vocal ranges (no children). If auditioning for “Spelling Bee” please prepare two contrasting songs in the style of the show or you can sing from the show itself. An accompanist will be provided, and you will be asked to vocalize for range while at the audition. Please bring music in the proper key. A short comedic monologue is welcome but reading from the script will also be available. Rehearsals start on January 14, 2019 and occur five evenings a week until opening. Performances run March 1 through 10. “Of Mice and Men” will be directed by Morgan Brown. Needed are one woman and nine men of various age ranges (no children). If auditioning for “Of Mice and Men” please prepare a short dramatic monologue but reading from the script will also be available. Rehearsals start on February 25th and occur five evenings a week until opening. Performances run April 12 through 21. More detailed information and character descriptions are available at the campus theatre website: www.kent.edu/stark/theatre-auditions. You are more than welcome to audition for both productions if you wish.

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THE NEVERENDING STORY on SATURDAY!
by fctheatre 05 Nov '18

05 Nov '18

French Creek Cinema presents... THE NEVERENDING STORY See the 1984 fantasy epic on a 17 foot screen w/surround sound! $1 admission includes popcorn! Saturday, November 10th @ 2PM For more info call (440) 949-5200 French Creek Theatre<http://metroparks.cc/theatre.php> is located within the French Creek Nature & Arts Center / 4530 Colorado Ave / Sheffield Village / 44054

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DON’T MISS OLMSTED FALLS MIDDLE SCHOOL'S PRODUCTION OF ELF, JR. – NOV. 8, 9 & 10TH
by Eric Bartkowski 05 Nov '18

05 Nov '18

*DON’T MISS OLMSTED FALLS MIDDLE SCHOOL'S PRODUCTION OF ELF, JR. – NOV. 8, 9 & 10TH* The Bulldog Theatre Company--Olmsted Falls Middle School's resident theatre company--is excited to present its version of *Elf, Jr.*, a musical version of the popular holiday movie, this weekend! The BTC production features a talented cast and crew of 68 middle schoolers who have been busily preparing for the big nights, and looking forward to performing in front of an audience. Kick off your holiday season with this fantastic and fun musical! *The BTC production of Elf, Jr.is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. on the Olmsted Falls Middle School cafetorium stage (27045 Bagley Road Olmsted Falls, 44138).* Tickets are available at the door: $5 for Adults, $3 for Students 4th Grade and up, Free for Seniors and Children under 4th grade. Please contact Company Director Eric Bartkowski with any other questions ( ebartkowski(a)ofcs.net) -- *In the end we will conserve only what we love. We will love only what we understand. We will understand only what we are taught.* -Baba Dioum

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North Canton Playhouse presents: "Jingles of Christmas Past"
by North Canton Playhouse 05 Nov '18

05 Nov '18

The North Canton Playhouse presents "Jingles of Christmas Past" Directed by Lisa Paynter Performance Dates: November 30 - December 9, Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30 pm and Sundays at 2:30 pm Where: North Canton Playhouse 525 Seventh St. NE, North Canton, OH 44720Tickets: General Admission $15 Performance dates, times, details and tickets can be found at www.northcantonplayhouse.com by clicking "Jingles of Christmas Past tickets".Tickets can be purchased online at www.northcantonplayhouse.com or by calling 330-494-1613 Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 9am-2pm. Synopsis:"Jingles of Christmas Past" is a holiday variety show filled with your favorite Christmas songs, some with a different "twist" and hilarious skits! Start off your holidays full of laughter and warm and fuzzy feelings! Come join us for Jingles!

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Next Week - AUDITIONS on Tuesday & Wednesday
by Clague Playhouse News 05 Nov '18

05 Nov '18

AUDITIONS: *SUDS: The Rocking 60s Musical Soap Opera* by Steve Gundersen, Bryan Scott and Melinda Gild Directed by Jeff Lockshine Music Directed by Jayne Kacik Choreography by Kaylea Kudlaty *Auditions:* Tuesday, November 13 & Wednesday, November 14 at 7pm. Auditions will take place at *Clague Playhouse*, 1371 Clague Road, Westlake, Oh 44145. No appointment is necessary. Please complete our Audition Form <http://clagueplayhouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Clague-audition-form-…> before arriving. *Four Roles Available:* 1 man playing multiple character types and 3 women ages 20’s-40’s. *About the Play:* Set in a laundromat in the 1960’s, *SUDS* is a delightful story of a young teenage girl and four guardian angels who come to teach her about finding true love. The show is loaded with good clean fun, bubbling energy and over 50 well-known songs that topped the charts of the 60’s. *Production Dates: * Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm and Sundays at 2 pm, March 8 thru 31, 2019. Additional information can be found on our Audition Page. <http://clagueplayhouse.org/index.php/auditions/> Please bring resume and head shot, if available. If you don't have a head shot, Clague will take one at auditions. 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 Saturday, November 10, 2018. - - - - - - - - - Clague Playhouse, Inc. 1371 Clague Road Westlake, OH 44145 news(a)clagueplayhouse.org 440-331-0403 www.clagueplayhouse.org *Follow us on **Facebook* <https://www.facebook.com/ClaguePlayhouse/>*!*

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Driving Miss Daisy
by Marc Howard 05 Nov '18

05 Nov '18

Auditions For DRIVING MISS DAISY Are Just Around The Corner! Aurora Community Theatre Driving Miss Daisy Auditions Directed by MICHAEL OATMAN Produced by ERIN MATSON When: Mon Nov 12 & Tues Nov 13 @ 7: pm Where: 115 E. Pioneer Trail, Aurora, OH 44202, 330.562.1818 What to prepare: Two contrasting monologues. One dramatic and one comedic If needed, cold readings from the script There are no union contracts for this production. ACT does not usually cast understudies and all performers are volunteers. Rehearsals: to begin the end of Nov 2018 Questions: please contact the director at mikeoatman(a)hotmail.com

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