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Calling all character performers
by Spectacular Party Entertainment Inc. 05 Feb '18

05 Feb '18

Hello! Spectacular Party Entertainment Inc. (speparty.com) is currently seeking passionate performers to join our team. Since 2012, our team has provided character performers to North East Ohio and beyond! We provide both traveling character entertainment and hosted entertainment in our Spectacular Zone facility in Twinsburg OH. We offer a flexible work schedule, that revolves around your personal availability. We do, however, prefer those with weekend availability as the majority of our entertainment is provided over the weekends. We are currently casting performers that resemble the following characters: Spider-Man, Batman, Superman, Captain America, Thor Black Panther, Prince Naveen Cinderella, Elsa, Anna, Rapunzel To apply, simply send a resume and headshot to bookspe(a)gmail.com. Please also be prepared to send an audition video after we initially reach out to you. Those interested will need to fit the following requirements: - Have reliable transportation - Must pass a background check - No viable tattoos while in costume - Experience working with younger children Thank you and we looking forward to meeting you! *"Though enchanting character entertainment, we promote imagination and creativity through inspired and empowering performance. Invite us - and let our family spectacularly entertain yours." * *Spectacular Party Entertainment Inc.* *(216) 512-0SPE, www.speparty.com <http://www.speparty.com/>* * <https://www.facebook.com/speparty/>* <http://speparty.com>

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THIS WEEKEND - American Dreams at Cleveland Public Theatre | FEB 8 - MAR 3
by Caitlin Lewins 05 Feb '18

05 Feb '18

Cleveland Public Theatre presents AMERICAN DREAMS<http://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2017-2018/american-dreams/> by Leila Buck Directed & Developed by Tamilla Woodard What if game shows controlled who receives the "ultimate prize:" U.S. citizenship? FEBRUARY 8 - MARCH 3 You are invited into the live studio audience of American Dreams, where you will decide which of three contestants will receive the ultimate prize: citizenship in "the greatest nation on earth." Weaving playful audience engagement with up-to-the-moment questions about immigration and more, this participatory performance explores how we navigate between fear, security, and freedom; who and what we choose to believe-and how those choices come to shape who we are. World Premiere. CAST Ali Andre Ali, Joshua D Brown, Leila Buck,* India Nicole Burton, Christopher Hisey, Lynna Metrisin, Jens Rasmussen,* Imran Sheikh,* Brenton Sullivan, Andrew Aaron Valdez *Actor appears courtesy of Actors' Equity Association, the Union of Professional Actors and Stage Managers in the United States. CREATIVE PRODUCTION TEAM Raymond Bobgan - Producer India Nicole Burton - Assistant Director Colleen McCaughey - Stage Manager Wes Calkin - Lighting Designer Sam Kusnetz & T. Paul Lowry - Sound Design T. Paul Lowry - Video Designer Kerry McCarthy - Costume Designer Ryan T. Patterson - Scenic Designer Developed in collaboration with Ali Andre Ali, Osh Ghanimah, Jens Rasmussen, Imran Sheikh, and Andrew Aaron Valdez. Tickets are $12 - $30. Students/Seniors receive $3 off on Friday and Saturday nights. All Thursdays and Mondays are $12. Friday/Saturday previews are $20. 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. (Order early at CPT - no sneaky ticket fees, ever.) 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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Baldwin Wallace University presents a BOLLYWOOD FUSION WORKSHOP Fri. Feb. 9
by sara＠sarawhale.com 05 Feb '18

05 Feb '18

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Auditions for THE LARAMIE PROJECT
by Avenue Arts Marketplace & Theatre 05 Feb '18

05 Feb '18

Avenue Arts Marketplace & Theatre announces auditions for THE LARAMIE PROJECT Located at 324 Cleveland Ave. NW Canton Ohio 44702 SYNOPSIS: In October 1998, a twenty-one-year-old student at the University of Wyoming was kidnapped, severely beaten, and left tied to a fence in the middle of the prairie outside Laramie, Wyoming. His bloody, bruised, and battered body was not discovered until the next day, and he died several days later in an area hospital. His name was Matthew Shepard, and he was the victim of this assault because he was gay. Moisés Kaufman and fellow members of the Tectonic Theater Project made six trips to Laramie over the course of a year and a half, in the aftermath of the beating and during the trial of the two young men accused of killing Shepard. They conducted more than 200 interviews with the people of the town. Some people interviewed were directly connected to the case, while others were citizens of Laramie, and the breadth of the reactions to the crime is fascinating. Kaufman and Tectonic Theater members have constructed a deeply moving theatrical experience from these interviews and their own experiences in Laramie. THE LARAMIE PROJECT is a breathtaking collage that explores the depths to which humanity can sink and the heights of compassion of which we are capable. Directed by: Jared Sparks, Co-Artistic Director Auditions will be held April 4th, from 7-9pm. All auditioners are asked to come prepared to cold read from the script. We also ask that you bring a current headshot and resume with you to auditions. Rehearsals will begin April 8th and with a flexible rehearsal schedule. Show dates are July 13th, 14th, 20th, and 21st at 8pm and July 15th at 2pm. CHARACTERS: Actor One (Male) - Portrays: Stephen Belber, Doc O'Conner, Matt Galloway, Anonymous Friend of Aaron McKinney, Bill McKinney, Andrew Gomez, Fred Phelps, Mormon Spiritual Advisor, Conrad Miller Actor Two (Female) - Portrays: Amanda Gronich, Eileen Engen, Marge Murray, Baptist Minister, Trish Stiger, Shadow Actor Three (Female) - Portrays: Reggie Fluty, Rebecca Hilliker, Debbie the Waitress Actor Four (Male) - Portrays: Moises Kaufman, Philip Dubois, Stephen Mead Johnson, Murdock Cooper, Jon Peacock, Dennis Shepard, Harry Woods Actor Five (Male) - Portrays: Andy Paris, Jedadiah Schultz, Doug Laws, Dr. Cantway, Matt Mickelson, Russell Henderson, Aaron McKinney, Philip Dubois, Kerry Drake Actor Six (Male) - Portrays: Greg Pierotti, Detective Sergeant Hing, Phil LaBrie, Father Roger Schmit, Rulon Stacey, Detective Sergeant Rob Debree, Jonas Slonaker Actor Seven (Female) - Portrays: Barbara Pitts, Catherine Connolly, April Silva, Zubaida Ula, Sherry Aenonson, Lucy Thompson, Eileen Engen Actor Eight (Female) - Portrays: Leigh Fondakowski, Zackie Salmon, Alison Mears, Romaine Patterson, Aaron Kreifels, Tiffany Edwards PLEASE SIGN UP AT: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b0c4bafa82ca3fe3-thelaramie <http://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b0c4bafa82ca3fe3-thelaramie> Please email all questions to avenueartstheatre(a)gmail.com

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Auditions for STRAIGHT WHITE MEN (Regional Premiere)
by Avenue Arts Marketplace & Theatre 05 Feb '18

05 Feb '18

Avenue Arts Marketplace & Theatre announces auditions for STRAIGHT WHITE MEN SYNOPSIS: When Ed and his three adult sons come together to celebrate Christmas, they enjoy cheerful trash-talking, pranks, and takeout Chinese. Then they confront a problem that even being a happy family can’t solve: When identity matters, and privilege is problematic, what is the value of being a straight white man? Directed by: David Lee, Co-Artistic Director Auditions will be held March 13th and 14th from 7-9pm All auditioners are asked to come prepared to cold read from the script. We also ask that you bring a current headshot and resume with you to auditions. Rehearsals will begin March 18th and will generally be held Sunday-Thursday. Show dates are May 11th, 12th, 18th, and 19th at 8pm and May 13th at 2pm. LOCATED AT 324 CLEVELAND AVE NW CANTON OHIO, 44702 CHARACTERS: Ed (Male, 50-70) - father of the family; a family man; good-natured, well-intentioned, liberal, and a bit sad since the passing of his wife. Matt (Male, 45-59) - politically and socially conscious and highly intelligent, but often uncomfortable in his skin; frustrated by the social expectations the world has for him; currently working a low-level temp job and living with his father. Jake (Male, 40-45) - a very successful banker; confident; recently divorced. Drew (Male, 35-40) - an award-winning writer and professor. Person In Charge 1 (Any Gender, Age) - gender nonconforming individual of any age or race; calls the shots, no irony. Person In Charge 2 (Any Gender, Age) - gender nonconforming individual of any age or race; calls the shots, no irony. SIGN UP FOR AN AUDITION SLOT: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b0c4bafa82ca3fe3-straight1 <http://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b0c4bafa82ca3fe3-straight1> Please email avenueartstheatre(a)gmail.com <mailto:avenueartstheatre@gmail.com> with any and all questions!

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Looking for media team crew for worship services
by Randi Bibbs 05 Feb '18

05 Feb '18

Hello, we’re looking for skilled individuals to operate in a media team at a local church: (Akron, Ohio) Positions such as Technical Director, Camera operator, visual content operator, etc. For details please contact Randi Bibbs with your resume to msrandi.b(a)gmail.com. Thank you

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VOLUNTEER MUSICIANS, PHOTOGRAPHER, VIDEOGRAPHER, AND CREW NEEDED FOR THE LAST FIVE YEARS
by Savannah F. 05 Feb '18

05 Feb '18

The Millennial Theatre Company is seeking volunteer musicians, crew, a photographer,and a videographer for our production of The Last Five Years. Musicians: Two rehearsals and 3 performances Drums Guitar Violin Cello Bass Crew: Lights Stage Stage Manager Videographer Photographer If you are interested, please email millennialtheatrecompany(a)gmail.com or call (330) 319-1710

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Next To Normal Auditions
by Marc Howard 05 Feb '18

05 Feb '18

*More Slots Added* *Auditions: **Next to Normal* *NEXT to NORMAL * *By BRIAN YORKEY & TOM KITT Marc C. Howard*, Director *D. Keith Stiver*, Music Director *AUDITION Place, Dates & Times * *AURORA COMMUNITY THEATRE *115 E. Pioneer Trail, Aurora, OH 44202 *Monday Feb. 19* 6:30 to 10 pm *Tuesday Feb. 20* 6:30 to 10 pm *AUDITIONS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY *Go to: www.signupgenius.com/go/5080549afac2caaf58-next for *signup* information *CALLBACKS* Monday Feb. 26, 7 to 10 pm *WHAT TO PREPARE* - Please bring *a resume* and headshot - Prepare 16-32 measures of TWO contrasting songs, e.g., a ballad and a soft or country rock NOT a song not from the show - Prepare your sheet music for an, accompanist - No acapella or taped music - If invited to callbacks, scene work, and further music will be given *Rehearsals *Begin Monday April 30 *Performances* 8 pm Friday & Saturdays June 29 to July 14 and 3 pm Sunday July 8 For questions or further information, contact the director at *marc.c.howard(a)gmail.com <marc.c.howard(a)gmail.com>* *Character Descriptions* *Diana –* Female, 35-45, Vocal range: G3 – F#5, belt. Ethnicity: All Ethnicities Attractive, quick-witted, and delusional bipolar depressive. She’s trying to hold it all together. Strong-willed and determined despite her depression. *Dan –* Male 40-49, Vocal range: Ab2 – B4. Ethnicity: All Ethnicities. Diana’s husband. Patient, kind, but exhausted from issues within his family. Underneath it all there’s a sense that he’s passive-aggressive despite his humble surface. *Gabe –* Male, 15-29, *To play* 18. Vocal range: B2 – C5, rock sound. Ethnicity: All Ethnicities. Diana’s son. Charming, fun, carefree, and everything a mother could want. Has a touch of darkness and manipulation to him. *Natalie –* Female, 15-29, To play 16. Vocal range: G3 – G5, belt. Ethnicity: All Ethnicities. Diana’s daughter. An over-achiever craving attention and getting none. Trying too hard to be perfect. Moody, sarcastic, and frustrated. *Henry –* Male, 15-29, To play 17. Vocal range: G#2 – B4. Ethnicity: All Ethnicities Natalie’s love interest. Romantic, a stoner, lazy, but loveable with a bit of a philosopher to him. Supportive; probably the wisest and most grounded character in the show. *Dr. Madden / Dr. Fine –* played by the same actor, 30-59, Vocal range: A2 – A4, should have a rock sound. Ethnicity: All Ethnicities. Dr. Fine is Diana’s psychopharmacologist; practical to the point of being cold. Dr. Madden is Diana’s psychiatrist; a “rock star”, savior, and confident.

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Final Weekend of “Lost in Yonkers” at Western Reserve Playhouse!
by B W 05 Feb '18

05 Feb '18

Western Reserve Playhouse has opened its 2018 season by presenting Neil Simon’s Lost in Yonkers, which will conclude its run February<x-apple-data-detectors://1> 9 & 10. By America’s great comic playwright, this memory play is set in Yonkers in 1942. Bella is thirty-five years old, mentally challenged & living at home with her mother, stern Grandma Kurnitz. As the play opens, ne’er-do-well son Eddie is financially strapped & taking to the road as a salesman. He deposits his two young sons on Grandma’s doorstep - where they are left to contend with her, Bella & her secret romance & with Louie, her brother, a small-time hoodlum - in a strange new world called Yonkers. Keith Stevens directs this heartwarming comedy. The cast stars talented young actors Robbie Rush & James Patrick, along with seasoned professionals Shani Ferry & August Scarpelli, as well as OCTA recipients Beth Gaiser & Jay Hill. Rounding out the ensemble is award-winning local luminary Harriet DeVeto. Show Times: 8PM<x-apple-data-detectors://2> Fridays & Saturdays; 2PM Sunday Tickets: $17.00 Adults; $15.00 Seniors & Students To reserve tickets, please visit our website: www.westernreserveplayhouse.org<http://www.westernreserveplayhouse.org/> The venue is located at 3326 Everett Rd., Bath, OH 44286<x-apple-data-detectors://7>.

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Review of "Boy" at none too fragile
by Bob Abelman 05 Feb '18

05 Feb '18

The only thing missing from none too fragile’s ‘Boy’ is a good play Bob Abelman Cleveland Jewish News, The News Herald, The Morning Journal Member, International Association of Theatre Critics Male circumcision among newborns is an ancient ritual for Jews and Muslims that has become a wide-spread public health measure in the U.S., Britain and other nations regardless of religion or culture. So common is this practice since World War II that little attention is paid to the surgical procedure until something goes terribly awry and a play is written about it. Anna Ziegler’s 85-minute “Boy,” on stage at none too fragile, is based on the life of David Reimer who, in 1965 at 8 months of age, became the unwitting subject of sex reassignment surgery, hormone treatment and psychological therapy after his penis was all but obliterated during a botched circumcision. On the advice of a renowned sex researcher at Johns Hopkins University, David was raised by his parents as a girl. It didn’t take. For more of this article, go to www.clevelandjewishnews.com/columnists/bob_abelman/

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