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Auditions Continue Monday Night for Neil Simon's "Broadway Bound" at Cassidy
by The Cassidy Theatre 02 Dec '18

02 Dec '18

*Neil Simon's 'Broadway Bound'* Presented by Cassidy Theatre Directed by Tyson Douglas Rand *PRODUCTION DATES:*February 8th - 24th, Friday/Saturday Nights, 8:00 p.m. Curtain Sunday Afternoons, 3:00 p.m. Curtain *AUDITION DATES:* Sunday, December 2th - 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Monday, December 3rd - 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm *INFORMATION:* Callbacks will be held, by the director's discretion, Wednesday the 5th of December at 7:00 pm. Sides will be provided at auditions, with cold readings - be prepared to read in a mid-20th Century Brooklyn, NY dialect for most characters. Seeking all roles. *SYNOPSIS:* Part of a trilogy of plays, preceded by 'Brighton Beach Memoirs' and 'Biloxi Blues', this story centers on Eugene and his brother Stanley who are trying to break into the world of professional comedy writing (while coping with their parents' messy and gut-wrenching split). When their material is broadcast on the radio for the first time, the rest of the family is upset to hear a comedic rendition of their own trials and tribulations. How will Eugene and his brother balance their loyalties to their family and to their art?

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Soup, Sandwich & Show with Santa - next weekend
by Annette Phelps 02 Dec '18

02 Dec '18

Soup, Sandwich & Show with Santa at Spotlights Theater Saturday & Sunday, December 8 & 9 Seatings at 11:30 am and 2:30 pm on Saturday; 2:30 pm on Sunday HURRY! RESERVATION DEADLINE: WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 5 Information and reservations: www.broadview-heights-spotlights.org Sponsored by The Goddard School of Broadview Heights This unique family holiday event will be held at the Broadview Heights Spotlights Theater, 9543 Broadview Road in Broadview Heights -- ONE WEEKEND ONLY. You will be greeted by Mrs. Claus and seated in either the Candyland Room or the Winter Wonderland Room. Santa's elves will bring your beverages and you will enjoy your choice of soup, sandwich or hot dog, veggies, and chips. Afterwards, you will be ushered into the theater for two short Christmas plays starring Santa himself, followed by dessert. Tickets are $15 for adults and $13 for kids 12 & under (toddlers on parents' lap are free) -- includes lunch, beverage, dessert and show. | Click to view this email in a browser If you no longer wish to receive these emails, please reply to this message with "Unsubscribe" in the subject line or simply click on the following link: Unsubscribe | | Broadview Heights Spotlights Community Theater PO Box 470652 Broadview Heights, Ohio 44147 US Read the VerticalResponse marketing policy. | |

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Review of "Boogieban" at none too fragile
by Bob Abelman 02 Dec '18

02 Dec '18

None Too Fragile arm tackles PTSD in ‘Boogieban’ Bob Abelman Cleveland Jewish News, The News Herald, The Morning Journal One of the first known descriptions of post-traumatic stress disorder was made by the ancient Greek historian Herodotus who, in 490 BCE, reported an uninjured Athenian soldier’s blindness after witnessing the death of a fellow soldier. Because art reflects life, Sophocles – having experienced first-hand the Persian Wars and the terrible bloodletting of the decades-long Peloponnesian War – chronicled in his tragedy “Ajax” the suicide of a great warrior after he experiences feelings of shame and remorse over his actions and pities himself over his disgrace. PTSD also works its way into “Philoctetes,” first performed in 409 BCE. In “Boogieban,” which is getting its world premiere production at none too fragile, playwright D.C. Fidler follows suit in substance and style. Tthough the two hour one-act presentation often feels like therapy, the performances and Sean Derry’s gentle direction will make your trip to Akron worthwhile. For more of this article, go to www.clevelandjewishnews.com/columnists/bob_abelman/

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Get Hep Swing hosts Jazz Manouche show at the Lakewood Masonic Temple Swing Dance Friday, December 14th with Moustache Yourself
by Valerie Salstrom 02 Dec '18

02 Dec '18

WHAT - Join us for an evening of incredible Gypsy Jazz played by Moustache Yourself featuring vocalist Jen Maurer. Come and listen, dance, socialize. 8 - 9 pm Beginner-friendly Jitterbug dance lesson with instructors from Get Hep Swing 9 pm - 12 am Live music provided by Moustache Yourself featuring vocalist Jen Maurer. Moustache Yourself creatively renders the French Gypsy style music of famous guitarist Django Reinhardt. It's groovy, moody, and swingin'! WHERE - The Lakewood Masonic Temple is located at 15300 Detroit Avenue, Lakewood, Ohio. There is a large parking lot behind the building. Enter through the front doors. WHEN - Dance lesson from 8 - 9 pm Live and DJ music from 9 pm - 12am THE BAND - Moustache Yourself featuring vocalist Jen Maurer ATTIRE - Wear what makes you feel good! COST - Dances are $12 per person. $5 for first-timers to a Get Hep Swing monthly dance. No pre-event ticket sales. Purchase entry at the door. WHO MAY ATTEND? You do not need to bring a dance partner but you may be dancing with lots of different people during the lesson and while the band plays, if you like. If you want to only dance with the person you bring with you, that is fine too. You do not need previous dance experience. We do hope you bring a positive and open mind and attitude. We welcome anyone to join us who has an interest in dance, music, socializing and fun. We don't care what your physical ability or size is, where you are in life, where you are on the spectrum of sexual or gender orientation, what color or creed, or non-creed, you are. Are you a man who wants to learn how to follow or a woman who wants to learn how to lead? That's cool! This idea is not new to the swing dance scene. We are the easiest club to join. If you have an interest, you are in. :) WHO WE ARE - We are the swing dance company Get Hep Swing. Get Hep Swing is lead by owner, founder, and multi-year national and international swing dance champion, Valerie Salstrom. We love spreading the gospel of swing dancing and we are excited to share the language and culture of this truly American, urban folk dance form with you. It is important for us to let you know that this dance style started in the African-American ballrooms of Harlem, New York in the late 1920s/early 1930s. This dance has a gritty earthiness that is incredibly empowering and joyful. We can't wait for you to experience this conversation of dance with us. We make learning to partner dance easy and enjoyable. Please join us the second Friday of every month at the Lakewood Masonic Temple and the last Saturday of every month at The Lithuanian Club. We have one of the biggest swing dances in the area with over 150 people attending each month. Attendees have a variety of dance experience (including none) and come from all walks of life and ages. You will not need to bring a dance partner. We rotate partners during the dance lesson. How often do you get to meet 50-100 new people in under an hour? We provide the highest quality swing dance instruction from some of the nicest, most patient people you will ever meet. Our staff includes regional, national and international swing dance competitors (and winners) in multiple swing dance forms. Please see www.GetHepSwing.com for the most up to date information on dances, bands playing at the dances, classes, private lessons, school programs, performances, and special topic workshops. For more info, please email Valerie Salstrom; the owner of Get Hep Swing, at info(a)gethepswing.com

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"Casting Call 'The Void Short Film (Unpaid)"
by Calla Barrett 02 Dec '18

02 Dec '18

*Character Information:* *Avery - *A young ambitious woman who loves the party life and is always trying to figure out a way to fit in. Constantly trying to "stay cool" in order to keep her friends. Female, Age 21 to 22, Black/African-American. *Duke - *A recovering alcoholic, who struggles every day with his addiction. Loves Avery and cares about her well-being. He is down to earth, caring, and passionate. Gender: Male, Age: 21 to 23, Black/African-American. *JC - *A young naive party guy, has a kid but doesn't like bring it up. Very close to Duke. Extremely Sarcastic. Kind of caring, but very selfish. Gender: Male, Age: 21 to 23, Mixed Decent or Black/African-American *Tasha - *Very Uncaring, mean but nice. Sometimes the peacemaker. Has an issue with Duke's personality. Very heavy party goer. Gender: Female, Age: 21 to 24, Natural Girl, African American *Micah - *Follows Tasha, always arguing with Avery. Bi-sexual. Androgynous dressing. Doesn't care for conflict. "The Plug" Very active party goer. Gender: Female, Age: 21 to 23, African American/Mixed Decent

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Dedicated Jazz Keyboardist Needed For Performing Vocal Group
by Allan Ambrochowicz 02 Dec '18

02 Dec '18

6 piece jazz and jazz-influenced pop band is looking for an experienced and dedicated keyboardist. Respondants must be available for practice Thursday and Saturday evenings from 6pm to 9pm, and have some flexibility in their weekend schedule (in case weekend practice time needs to be adjusted.) Our setlist includes modern versions of jazz standards, songs from modern artists like Steely Dan, Everything But The Girl, and Sade, and a variety of fusion instrumentals. Decent sight reading and soloing are a must. The group is preparing to play out more after the first of the year, so practices would start immediately. Please contact Allan @ 440-444-9657 (leave a text or voice mail).

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Review of "Ella Enchanted" at Dobama Theatre
by Bob Abelman 01 Dec '18

01 Dec '18

Dobama’s ‘Ella Enchanted’ brims with bibbidi-bobbidi-boo Bob Abelman Cleveland Jewish News, The News Herald, The Morning Journal There are hundreds of variations of the romantic fairy tale “Cinderella,” the story of a girl who is mistreated by her stepmother, saved by her fairy godmother and lived happily ever after with a prince. Well, 345 variations in Europe alone and from predominantly male authors, if you trust a 19th century anthology that traced the story’s lineage from the work of Charles Perrault in 1697 to that of the Grimm Brothers in 1812. Add to the mix the works of Rodgers and Hammerstein, Walt Disney and so many other modern Americans. In 1997, the story was given a make-over aimed at pre-teenage girls by novelist Gail Carson Levine. Her “Ella Enchanted” inspired a 2004 live-action film of the same name that, in turn, inspired Karen Zacarías and Deborah Wicks La Puma to pen a new mediocre musical version that is being given an absolutely amazing staging by Dobama Theatre. For more of this article, go to www.clevelandjewishnews.com/columnists/bob_abelman/

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Berko review: ELLA ENCHANTED THE MUSICAL @ Dobama
by Roy Berko 01 Dec '18

01 Dec '18

*•••••••••••••••••••••••••••* *Capsule judgement: In spite of getting a fine production, “Ella Enchanted, The Musical” fails to be everything it should. Too bad. It’s the “fa la la la la” time of year and a better red-bow theatrical present would have been nice. * *To read the entire review go to: **www.royberko.info* <http://www.royberko.info>*. ** To read the capsule judgements of the other Cleveland reviewers go to: **www.clevelandtheaterreviews.com* <http://www.clevelandtheaterreviews.com> *••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••*

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AUDTIONS: CSU FILM SCHOOL SHORT FILM
by Kyla Davis 01 Dec '18

01 Dec '18

Cleveland State University Film School Short Film Auditions Located at 1375 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44103 Synopsis: A young girl attempts to find her biological parents, but on the night before she goes to meet them she accidentally kills her biological father. Written by: Kyla Davis Directed By: Kyla Davis Auditions will be held Saturday December 15th and Sunday December 16th TO SIGN UP FOR AUDITIONS PLEASE FOLLOW THE LINK: http://signup.com/login/entry/557027917872220097 Please enter your email, If you have any questions contact Kyla Davis at *kyladavis103(a)gmail.com <kyladavis103(a)gmail.com> * Have a 30 to 60 second monologue prepared, and bring in your most recent headshot. *Characters:* *Molly:* Adopted at age 10 and still lives with her adoptive mom. She has no other brothers or sisters. She is very independent and has learned to take care of herself at a very young age. She loves her adoptive mom, but desperately wants to know her biological parents. *Renee:* She adopted Molly at 31 years of age. She is not married, but has always wanted a daughter. When she saw Molly at the adoption agency, she wanted her right away. She connects great with Molly and they have a very strong relationship. She does feel like she is not given Molly what she wants because she wants to find her biological parents. *Faith:* Faith is Molly’s biological mom. She had Molly when she was 17 and gave her up for adoption quickly, signing papers that she did not want to know anything about her daughter. She lived a modest life. She married Molly’s biological dad not long after she was born. *Keegan:* Never adopted but because her relationship with Molly, she was always around even after Molly was adopted. Keegan was almost like Molly’s younger sister. *Man:* Rugged and handsome. Campus security officer. 5'11"-6'0"

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Robert Beltran's agent
by Joseph Bauer 01 Dec '18

01 Dec '18

If you have access to IMDb, please look up actor Robert Beltran's agent and send me the name an contact info. This pertains to my interest in having Mr. Beltran direct my play. In exchange for this good deed of yours, I will owe you a serious favor. Please contact me at Joeybauer1967(a)gmail.com. Thanks so much!

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