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THE OLDEST PROFESSION opens this Friday at con-con
by convergence-continuum 21 Mar '18

21 Mar '18

CONVERGENCE-CONTINUUM PRESENTS _THE OLDEST PROFESSION _BY PAULA VOGEL OPENING THIS FRIDAY, MARCH 23 AT THE LIMINIS THEATER Convergence-continuum presents the Cleveland premiere of _THE OLDEST PROFESSION _by Pulitzer Prize winning playwright Paula Vogel. It’s 1981, the year in which Ronald Reagan is about to enter the White House, and five ageing hookers of quite advanced years are faced with diminishing clientele, increased competition for their niche market and aching joints. The motley crew of ladies – who ply their trade on New York’s Upper West Side -- have been colleagues for decades. With wit, compassion, humor and some really naughty songs, they tell it like it is as they struggle to find and learn new tricks and fight to stay “in the Life” in an era of trickle-down economics. “endearing, gritty and witty”_ _(_DC Theatre Scene_) “warm and funny, bitchy and bright” (_Talkin’ Broadway_) _THE OLDEST PROFESSION _is directed by Amy Bistok, with Music Director /pianist Moss Stanley and Assistant Director/Stage Manager Jonathan Wilhelm. The cast features actors Lucy Bredeson-Smith, Jeanne Madison, Marcia Mandell, Jeanne Task and Valerie Young. _THE OLDEST PROFESSION _opens this Fri, Mar 23 and runs Thurs-Sat at 8 pm through Apr 14 at the Liminis Theater, 2438 Scranton Rd, Cleveland 44113 in the historic Tremont neighborhood. Fri & Sat tickets are $20 general admission, $15 seniors (65+), $10 students; Thurs tickets are $15, $12 and $8. _--------------------------------------------------- _ ____ This production_ _is supported in part by the residents of Cuyahoga County through a public grant from Cuyahoga Arts & Culture.

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Nordonia Drama to present Oklahoma!
by Chris Simmons 21 Mar '18

21 Mar '18

The Nordonia High School Drama Club will be presenting Rodgers and Hammerstein's *Oklahoma!* next month! Performances will be April 20th-22nd. *Performances of this year’s production of Oklahoma! will be Friday and Saturday, April 20th & 21st at 7:30 PM, and Sunday, April 22nd at 3 PM. * There will also be a free preview performance for senior citizens on Thursday, April 19th at 4 PM. Reserved seating is $15 a ticket and General Admission seating is $12 for adults, $10 for senior citizens and $8 for students. *To reserve your tickets today, please visit nordoniadrama.com <http://nordoniadrama.com/>.* Directing this year’s production is Nordonia High School’s Director of Drama, Chris Simmons. Megan Gargano will serve as both Assistant Director and Choreographer while Ben Malkevitch serves as Musical Director. *Performances will take place at Nordonia High School.8006 S Bedford Rd. Macedonia, OH 44056*

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Audition Notice - Disney's NEWSIES at TrueNorth
by Laura Golden 21 Mar '18

21 Mar '18

*TrueNorth Cultural Arts Audition Notice* *Disney’s Newsies* Music by Alan Menken Lyrics by Jack Feldman Book by Harvey Fierstein Based on the Disney film written by Bob Tzudiker and Noni White *Who:** Adults and Children (ages 10 and up)* *Where:* TrueNorth Cultural Arts 739-1 Moore Rd. Avon Lake, OH 44012 *When:* April 14th & 15th 1pm – 4pm (3 time slots: 1pm, 2pm or 3pm) Auditions will last approximately (1) hour, please arrive at least 15 minutes early. Call to reserve a time slot *(440) 653-5353* *What to prepare:* · (2) 32-bar cuts in contrasting styles (not from the show) · Dress for movement · 2 min. monologue (suggested but not required) *Rehearsal Info: * July 8th - Aug 8th / Sunday - Thurs / 7pm - 10pm **(Students until 9:30pm)** *Performance Dates: * August 9th – 12th *Additional Information: * **Cast members 18 & under will be required to participate in our Summer Intensive *Summer Intensive Info:* July 8th - August 13th / Sunday - Thursday / 4:00pm - 6:30pm Rehearsals will follow 7:00pm - 9:30pm Cost: $300 TrueNorth Members / $315 Non-Members The Summer Intensive will provide 60+ hours of professional instruction and Master Classes in Music, Dance and Theatre, taught by Northeast Ohio professional artists. Email rfortney(a)TNCArts.org with any additional questions.

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Auditions for THE LARAMIE PROJECT in Two Weeks!!
by Avenue Arts Marketplace & Theatre 20 Mar '18

20 Mar '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 <mailto:avenueartstheatre@gmail.com>

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Cleveland Inner City Ballet Summer Internships Available
by chanda ford 20 Mar '18

20 Mar '18

Cleveland Inner City Ballet has Internships available for Summer 2018. Interested applicants please submit a dance resume, head shot, and a 2 minute video of performance or teaching experience to CICBallet(a)ymail.com by April 6, 2018. No phone calls please. Cleveland Inner City Ballet1427 East 36 Street, Suite 4203ACleveland, Ohio 44114216.903.6604CICBallet(a)ymail.comclevelandinnercityballet.orgFollow us on Facebook!

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KENSTON STUDENT THEATER: HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL JR.
by Anna Snyder 20 Mar '18

20 Mar '18

Kenston Student Theater 2018 Director: Anna Snyder Music Director: Sophia Irvin Choreographer: Julia Fugedy Stage Manager: Sam Kress Join us for our production or High School Musical! This unique program combines students from all backrounds. Price includes costumes, set, and all other production costs! We would love to have you join us! Entering Grades 6 to 9 (All Welcome) Rehearsals June 4th-22nd M-F,2:00-6:00 p.m. Performances June 22nd-24th Cost: $250 per student Register through Kenston Community Education: http://kenstoncommunityed.maxgalaxy.net/Registration.aspx?ActivityID=3943

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IMPROV DROP-INS ARE BACK! -MARC MORITZ (MFA/AEA) -INSTRUCTOR
by Marc Moritz 20 Mar '18

20 Mar '18

*FEELING THE WINTER BLUES?* *Don't be SAD ( See what I did there?) * *Let's solve that with brand spanking new :* ** **WINTER 2018 DROP-IN SESSIONS!* *Our wildly successful **IMPROV DROP- IN CLASSES **RETURN!* Offering *Weekly IMPROV Drop-In Classes* for those with a *Fear of Commitment*! * CONVENIENT LOCATION TBD! **CONVENIENT LOCATION TBD! **CONVENIENT LOCATION TBD! **CONVENIENT LOCATION TBD!* *SIX WEEKS. * *TONS OF SKILLS.* *WHO*: Instructor: *Marc Moritz , MFA, Master Teacher,* *Second City, ImprovOlympic -Trained* *WHERE: PLEASE NOTE : MUST EMAIL ME FOR THIS WEEK'S LOCATION - SATURDAY MARCH 24!* *WHEN: Saturdays / 11am-12:30pm* *DATES:SATURDAYSMarch 10-April 14* COST: $10.00/Class - (Take one. Take 'em all!)*. * ** Our first 2 Drop-Ins were a success!* *Every Class is unique to WHO SHOWS UP!* *These Drop-In Classes focus on the basics of performance improvisation. Topics covered include: agreement (“yes and”); active listening; using the environment; basic narrative skills; understanding stage status; and making your fellow improviser look good. Students learn how to initiate scenes, build upon their scene partners' offers, and create scenes with a solid foundation.* NEXT: *SATURDAY, * *MARCH 24* *BUILDING CHARACTER* All solid Improv work is grounded in strong Character work. Learn to deepen and heighten those choices. And Theatre Games. As Always! *SATURDAY, * *MARCH 31* *WHERE AM I? - ENVIRONMENTS & OBJECT WORK* The foundation of honest Improv Scene Work. We will address the importance of creating specific "wheres". *SATURDAY, APRIL 7* *WALKING & TALKING - SCENE WORK STRATEGIES* We dive into the elements of 2-Person Scenes and avoiding the "Talking Heads" Syndrome. *SATURDAY, APRIL 14* *PUTTING IT TOGETHER - SCENE BY SCENE - LONG-FORM * Fully-Integrated, Connected, Scenes. A great culmination in the work. *FOR FURTHER INFO/QUESTIONS....AND TO SECURE A SPOT....* *CONTACT: MARC MORITZ * *marcmoritz(a)gmail.com*

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Thrive Arts Center Seeking Dance Instructor
by Rachel Stoneking 20 Mar '18

20 Mar '18

*WE’RE SEEKING A DANCE INSTRUCTOR!Thrive Arts Center is seeking a part-time dance instructor for beginning through intermediate students in the areas of Ballet, Jazz, and Hip Hop. If you love seeing a child’s eyes light up through dance, enjoy working collaboratively, and are open to a flexible learning environment for your students, we want to meet you!Please send your current resume with cover letter to DANCE(a)THRIVEARTS.CENTER.REQUIREMENTS - Love of working with children and teens.- Teaching expertise in one or more of the following dance styles: Ballet, Jazz, and/or Hip Hop.- Thirst for learning about developmentally appropriate instruction for students.- Comfortable interacting with parents and children alike.- Willing to make year-long teaching commitments.- Bachelor's degree in Dance Performance or related field preferred.- Advanced degree in Dance Pedagogy or Dance Performance is a plus.- Experience in early childhood education is a plus.BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF POSITIONYou will be responsible for creating lesson plans each week in preparation for teaching. You will have a consistent weekly schedule and will follow up with students’ families to make sure we are meeting their needs. You will be supported, guided and mentored in early childhood development and relationship building to help you with your studio teaching experience.* Rachel Stoneking Studio Facilitator Dance Program Coordinator Thrive Arts Center www.thrivearts.center p. 216.991.1063

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Auditions for 'Joseph...Technicolor Dreamcoat' at Cassidy Theatre
by The Cassidy Theatre 20 Mar '18

20 Mar '18

Announcing Auditions for 'Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat' at Cassidy Theatre! Directed by Monica Olejko March 25th, 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. March 26th & 27th, 7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m Production runs June 8th - 24th Please come prepared with a song selection (16-32 bars would be preferred) and come dressed for movement should it be necessary. Callbacks, if any, will be announced as needed. Additional audition days, if any, will be announced as needed. For more information or to contact us, please visit our website: www.cassidytheatre.com Synopsis: Told entirely through song, the musical follows favorite son Joseph. After being sold into slavery by his brothers, he ingratiates himself with Egyptian noble Potiphar, but ends up in jail after refusing the amorous advances of Potiphar’s wife. While imprisoned, Joseph discovers his ability to interpret dreams, and he soon finds himself in front of the mighty but troubled, Elvis-inspired, Pharaoh. Joseph’s solution to Egypt’s famine elevates him to Pharaoh’s right-hand man and reunites him with his family.

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CASTING - Actors for Pro Wrestling Sketch Comedy (no stunt work required)
by Alex Cantrell 20 Mar '18

20 Mar '18

Hello! Aldous Mustache productions and Sickening Pictures are on the look out for a few Muscle bound/athletic actors for a short sketch comedy shoot tentatively scheduled for Sunday March 25th. (Muscle Bound/ Athletic is a preference for this shoot but please feel free to submit if you are not! We are on the look out in general to work with more talent for future sketches that are planned!) This is UNPAID, but craft services will be available as well as credit and footage for your reel (we will not skimp on this). We'll work with your schedule and shooting should only take 2-4 hours max for each set of characters. CHARACTERS: HAIRY TERRY (male): Open ethnicity , Co-Host of Wrestling Show. Think Miami Vice meets Jesse the Body Ventura BEAST FEAST (male): Open Ethnicity Hairy Beast wrestler, Partner to Mistress X. On a chain with dog collar. Must be comfortable with spirit gum application of werewolf like hair and body paint. Think Blanka from Street Fighter. TED E. BEARINGTON (male): Open Ethnicity large, muscle bound , wearing a bear mask. Please submit your Head Shot and Resume to aldoumustache(a)gmail.com Taking all submissions , don't be scared away if you don't have a great resume! Thanks for your time! -Aldous Mustache & Sickening Pictures

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