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SILENT SKY - March 9-31, 2018
by Clague Playhouse News 08 Mar '18

08 Mar '18

*Clague Playhouse presents* *Silent Sky* *by Lauren Gunderson* * directed by Curt Arnold * March 9 - 31, 2018 Performances on Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 8pm, Sunday at 2pm *Silent Sky* presents the real-life story of Henrietta Leavitt and her co-workers at the Harvard Observatory in the early 20th Century. She and the ladies of her department were “computers” for the male astronomers, doing important research, measurements, and calculations for the men, but getting no credit for their work nor access to Harvard’s telescope, “The Great Refractor.” However, Henrietta and her contemporaries Annie Cannon and Williamina Fleming went on to gain access to the telescope and to make important discoveries of their own. Showing some of the roots of feminism in the United States, the play is ideal for Women’s History Month. These ladies’ stories are similar to others throughout American history, including the “code girls” who deciphered enemy messages during World War II and the female NASA employees, also called “computers,” in the early space program (depicted in the award-winning film “Hidden Figures”). Annie Cannon also became a dedicated suffragette, marching for women’s voting rights. The theme of seeking our place in the universe should appeal to anyone who has stood in the backyard at midnight, looking up at the stars and wondering what’s “out there”! *Our Cast:* *Brittany Gaul* as Henrietta Leavitt *Jill Kenderes* as Margaret Leavitt *Andrew Keller* as Peter Shaw *Pam Matthews* as Annie Cannon *Molly Clay* as Williamina Fleming Tickets are $16 for adults, $15 for seniors (60+), and $10 for students (any age with a valid ID) and may be purchased by calling the Box Office 440-331-0403 <(440)%20331-0403> Wed.-Sat. 1-6pm or visiting our website: www.clagueplayhouse.org. *FREE STUDENT TICKET THURSDAYS: * limited FREE Student Tickets (high school and college) are available by calling the Box Office at 440-331-0403 <%28440%29%20331-0403> to reserve for any Clague Playhouse Thursday performance, and showing a Student ID at the time of ticket pickup. No online reservations can be taken for these free tickets. Free Student Ticket Thursdays are subject to availability and must be picked up by 7:30 pm the night of the performance or will be released. -- Clague Playhouse 1371 Clague Rd. Westlake, OH 44145 (440) 331-0403 Box Office Hours Wed. - Sat. 1-6pm www.ClaguePlayhouse.org "Like" us on Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/ClaguePlayhouse/>!

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Ohio Shakespeare Festival Open Auditions, Outdoor Summer Shakespeare Season
by tess＠ohioshakespeare.com 08 Mar '18

08 Mar '18

Please take a moment to careful peruse the character breakdowns for each show, as we are looking at non-traditional casting in most all roles, but several in particular. 2018-19 Season Summer Auditions Ohio Shakes, located in Akron, will cast a summer company to perform in both outdoor productions of ROMEO & JULIET ALL’S WELL THAT ENDS WELL. Up to three AEA contracts available for each production. All non union actors paid a stipend determined by size of role, length of commitment, and number of years spent with the company. Open Auditions will be held at Greystone Hall (103 S High Street, Akron) on Monday March 26th, 6:00-10:00pm and Saturday April 7, 3:00-6:00pm. No walk-ins, please. Actors may request an audition time by submitting a headshot and resume to [ tess(a)ohioshakespeare.com ]( mailto:tess@ohioshakespeare.com ), and please include in the subject line: Ohio Shakes Summer Season Auditions. Actors may request a particular time frame, and will be scheduled in the closest available slot. Video auditions, though not encouraged, may be submitted to [ tess(a)ohioshakespeare.com ]( mailto:tess@ohioshakespeare.com ). Prepare 2 contracting Shakespeare monologues, no longer than 3 minutes in total length OR a scene to read from ROMEO & JULIET or ALL’S WELL. (Reader provided, scene need not be memorized.) Invited callbacks will be held April 9 and 10. Ohio Shakespeare Festival operates with an informal resident acting company. Ohio Shakespeare company members who have worked with the Festival within the past two seasons do not need to come to open auditions. All said company members must submit their interest to tess(a)ohioshakespare.com, including roles they wish to read for and their preferred time/date of callback. All company members must email their interest to be invited to callbacks, no exceptions. When indicating genders of characters in descriptions below, please know that Ohio Shakespeare is open to all the ways a person can identify on the gender spectrum. ROMEO AND JULIET By William Shakespeare Directed by Nancy Cates Rehearsals begin: June 5, rehearsing Tuesday-Friday and Sunday evenings, Saturday afternoons, Mondays off. Performances: June 28 - July 15 Description: Performed outdoors at Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens, Shakespeare’s classic story of those star crossed lovers in Verona. This production will be more interpretive with the traditional age of characters than is usual. The roles of Romeo, Juliet, Mercutio, the Nurse, and Friar Laurence have been cast from our resident acting company. Please also note that Romeo and Juliet casting may influence the casting of our December indoor production of Shakespeare in Love. Where possible, we may track parallel roles. Participation in both productions is not required, however. AVALIABLE ROLES: Available roles for females (traditionally male characters will be played as pants roles), all ages and ethnicities: Benvolio—a peacemaker who nevertheless gets wrapped up in the fighting. A very good friend of Romeo’s. Stage combat skills required. Tybalt—more than Prince of Cats. Juliet’s cousin. Strong stage combat skills required. The Prince—forbids dueling amongst the Capulets and Montagues, banishes Romeo. Lady Capulet—Juliet’s mother, hopeful that Juliet will marry County Paris. Lady Montague—Romeo’s mother, concerned with the brawling that goes on between the two households. Balthazar—part of the famous opening brawl and the unhappy messenger who mistakingly tells Romeo that Juliet is dead. Some stage combat skills required. Abraham—part of the famous opening brawl, some stage combat skills required. Chorus—a narrating figure. Depending on casting needs, Chorus may be combined with other roles. Available roles for males, all ages and ethnicities: County Paris—the count who is eventually engaged to marry Juliet. Stage combat skills required. Sampson—part of the famous opening brawl, some stage combat skills required. Gregory—part of the famous opening brawl, some stage combat skills required. Seeking all genders, ages, and ethnicities for the following roles. Lord Capulet—Juliet’s father. Very protective of her, but very upset when, for no apparent reason, she refuses to marry Paris. The Apothecary—the figure who provides Romeo with his mortal poison. Lord Montague—Romeo’s father, part of the opening brawl. Some stage combat skills required. Peter— a servant in the capulet house Paris’s page Citizens of Verona, Musicians, Ensemble—specifically seeking actors with stage combat experience, dance abilities, and musical abilities. ALL’S WELL THAT ENDS WELL By William Shakespeare Directed by Terry Burgler Rehearsals begin: June 30, Tuesday-Friday evenings, Saturday and Sunday afternoons, Mondays off Performances: July 26-August 5, Thursdays-Sundays Description: Performed outdoors at Stan Hywet Hall & Garden, a less frequently produced Shakespeare comedy. Helen saves the King from a deadly illness, and as a reward, she is allowed to marry whatever nobleman of the court she pleases. She chooses Bertram—prince not-so-charming—but he would rather fool around with Diana. A Shakespearean fairytale turned on its head—this happily ever after is not the one you were expecting. The roles of Bertram and The Countess have been cast from our resident acting company. AVALIABLE ROLES: Available roles for females, all ages, and ethnicities: Helen—cures the king of a deadly disease, and is rewarded by being allowed to choose whatever husband she desires. The Widow—Diana’s mother, extremely practical and not very warm. She accepts money from Helen in exchange for letting her daughter participate in a kind-of-messed-up trick. Diana—the widow’s daughter and the woman Bertram prefers. She helps trick Bertram into sleeping with Helen. Mariana—a strong cameo role in Act 3 scene 5. She warns Helen of men like Bertram. Seeking all ages, genders, and ethnicities for the following roles. Paroles—Bertram’s best friend and gentleman servant, arrogant, raunchy, and a soldier. A capitano figure. The King of France—powerful, generous, moves the plot forward by allowing Helen to choose her husband from among the court. Lavatch—the countess’s clown, requires an actor with excellent comedic skills. Lafew—nobleman of the court. Generous, loyal, feisty. Needs to appear significantly older than Bertram and Paroles. The First and Second Lord Dumaine—two brothers, noblemen of the court. Soldiers who help play a deserved prank on Paroles. Ensemble characters—specifically seeking actors with stage combat experience, dance abilities, and musical abilities.

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Paula Vogel's THE OLDEST PROFESSION opens Fri, Mar 23 at convergence-continuum
by convergence-continuum 08 Mar '18

08 Mar '18

CONVERGENCE-CONTINUUM PRESENTS _THE OLDEST PROFESSION _BY PAULA VOGEL OPENING 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 a 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 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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Review of touring "Rent" at Playhouse Square
by Bob Abelman 08 Mar '18

08 Mar '18

Tired, non-Equity tour of ‘Rent’ makes it difficult to forget regret Bob Abelman Cleveland Jewish News, The News Herald, The Morning Journal Member, International Association of Theatre Critics Jonathan Larson’s Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning musical “Rent,” now in the throes of a second year of a 20th anniversary U.S. tour, is on stage at Playhouse Square. The show, which originally opened off-Broadway in 1996, is loosely based on Giacomo Puccini’s popular opera “La Bohème,” which opened at the Teatro Regio in Turin, Italy, in 1896. “Rent,” a grunge/rock opera, follows a year in the lives of seven young artists in New York’s East Village who are struggling to follow their dreams without starving or selling out. Despite the hundred years that separate these two works, both celebrate the excesses of youth and the pleasure that can be found in moments of camaraderie and romance. And they lament the consequences of both. For “La Bohème,” the consequence was heartbreak. For “Rent,” the consequence is AIDS. This is a moving and powerful musical and the 15-member cast in this production is in fine voice. They absolutely nail the ensemble money-song “Seasons of Love,” which is pretty much the litmus test for any production of “Rent.” And the five-member orchestra under Matthew Demaria’s direction is superb. But boy are these young performers – many of them doing their first tour, some having served as Disney and Norwegian cruise line entertainers, and a few still in college and on professional leave – bone-tired and brain-weary. For more of this article, go to www.clevelandjewishnews.com/columnists/bob_abelman/

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Oklahoma! at Archbishop Hoban in Akron with full orchestra March 15-18
by Brian Mueller 07 Mar '18

07 Mar '18

In 1943, Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Oklahoma! debuted on Broadway. Come celebrate the show’s 75th anniversary with a spectacular student production at Archbishop Hoban High School in Akron, OH! This production features a cast of over 30 and a full 22-piece orchestra comprised mainly of area professionals. All tickets are general admission - $10 at the door. Free parking. Show times: Thursday, March 15 @ 7:00 PM Friday, March 16 @ 7:30 PM Saturday, March 17 @ 7:30 PM Sunday, March 18 @ 2:00 PM Directed and Conducted by Brian Mueller Choreography by Ian H. Lawrence Technical Direction and Set Design by Tym Tagliaferro All shows at Archbishop Hoban HS 1 Holy Cross Blvd Akron, OH 44306 (inside Barry Gymnasium)

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Established Jazz Band Looking For Guitarist
by Allan Ambrochowicz 07 Mar '18

07 Mar '18

Established jazz band doing standards and modern jazz-inspired music (Steely Dan, Sade, etc), looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic guitarist. Practices are 1-2 times a month on Saturdays (12-5) in Seven Hills, depending on group scheduling and availability. We're looking for someone with a strong practice and performance ethic who also enjoys the social aspect of being in a band of friends. Being the main chordal instrument for the band, this position requires a commitment to practices and performances. If interested, please call or text Allan at 440-444-9657.

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Ensemble Presents 2018 Colombi New Plays Festival
by Ensemble Theatre 07 Mar '18

07 Mar '18

*2018 COLOMBI NEW PLAYS FESTIVAL* *WORLD PREMIERE of MAMA / MOON* by *Tom Frattare*. Directed by *Ian Wolfgang Hinz. * March 9th - March 25th | MainStage Theatre | Fridays & Saturdays @8pm. Sundays @2pm. A play about the unlikely friendship between “Mama" Cass Elliot – of the Mamas and the Papas – and Keith Moon, original drummer of The Who. The sweetest, heavyset singer of all time and the wildest, womanizing, party animal in Rock 'n Roll. Together. For one night. What could possibly go wrong?? Tickets & Info: 216.321.2930 info(a)ensemble-theatre.org EnsembleTheatreCLE.org *2018 New Plays Festival Plays and Readings* All readings are free and open to the public *TUESDAY March 13 * At The BottleHouse 2050 Lee Road. Cleveland Heights, OH 44118 Brewery/Events: 216-214-2120 TheBottleHouseBrewingCompany.com *Molly McFadden – Fish Feel Pain -Full Length Play* *WEDNESDAY March 21 * At Ensemble Theatre 2843 Washington Blvd. Cleveland Hts., OH 44118 Info: 216-321-2930 *Joey Bauer – Destiny* (10-min) & *Teen Beat *(10-min) *Ed Meunier – Smart Pills* (One-Act) *Pamela Noll – Tenth Visit *(10-Min) *Rannigan Walsh – Family Tree* (One-Act) *WEDNESAY March 28* At CLE Urban Winery 2180 Lee Road. Cleveland Heights, OH 44118 216-417-8313 CLEUrbanWinery.com *Richard Asbury – Drums of Zanzibar* (10-min) *Ann Cohen – Out of the Woods *(10-min)* Barbara Harkness – Bumblefuzz* *& Caterwalp* (One-act) *Agnes Hermann – Nudity Required* (10-min) *Michael Oatman – Friends Like These *(10-min) For information, contact Ensemble at 216-321-2930 or email us at info(a)ensemble-theatre.org or visit EnsembleTheatre.org. -- *Information* info(a)ensemble-theatre.org 2843 Washington Blvd. Cleveland Hts., OH 441118 216-321-2930/216-202-0938 *www.ensembletheatrecle.org <http://www.ensembletheatrecle.org>*

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Fairport Harbor presents The Addams Family 3/16, 3/17 & 3/18
by Natalie Rock 07 Mar '18

07 Mar '18

Come see Fairport Harbor School Theaters production: The Addams Family Tickets only $5.00, pay at the door. Friday, March 16 at 7:00 pm Saturday, March 17 at 7:00 pm Sunday, March 18 matinee at 2:00 pm Fairport Harding High School Branthoover Auditorium 329 Vine Street Fairport Harbor OH 44077 Questions? Contact NRock(a)Fhevs.org 🎭 Show rated PG

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Cathleen O'Malley Commedia workshop March 18!
by TCT Intern 07 Mar '18

07 Mar '18

Join Cathleen O'Malley for her workshop, "An Introduction to Commedia dell'arte," Sunday, March 18th from 10am - 1pm. TCT's 2018 Art of PLAY workshops are $20 per workshop or $80 for a series pass. RSVP required - limited registration! Participants will receive a strong foundation in the creation and practice of commedia dell'arte. In a fast-paced workshop, artsists will receive basic foundations in character movement, style, and mask work. For more information, including how to register visit: https://www.facebook.com/events/165713844055899/ Marketing and Box Office Talespinner Children's Theatre *2018 Season:* *The Oba Asks For a Mountain** (A Tale of Nigeria)* April 7 - 29 By Gail Nyoka, Directed by Chennelle Byrant Harris, Movement by Andrea Belser *The Princess and the Nightingale (A Tale of Thailand)* June 9 - July 1 By Marian Fairman, Directed by Tim Maca, Movement and Music by Devon Turchan *Jan and the Trickster (A Traveling Tale of Poland)/Stay & Play Matinees * July 20-22 By Krysia Orlowski, Directed by Charles Hargrave *The Boy Who Stole the Sun (An Inuit Creation Tale)* Sept. 15 - Oct. 7 In partnership with L.E.N.A.C., Adapted & Directed by Alison Garrigan *A Song in the Flame (A Tale of Israel) *Nov. 24 - Dec. 16 By Margi Herwald Zitelli, Directed by Alison Garrigan, Movement by Stephanie Wilbert Reinberger Auditorium | 5209 Detroit Ave. - Cleveland, Ohio 44102 | 216.264.9680 www.talespinnerchildrenstheatre.org

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NEW Meetup Group for Local Theater
by Avary Ginger 07 Mar '18

07 Mar '18

Hello Theater Community! Utilizing the new popular site "Meetup" there will be a series of plays this year, at the members suggestion and discretion, that will help introduce new people into attending theater. It will make it a more social, enjoyable experience to have a group to go meet up with at the event. I encourage NEOhiopal members to join this group and share it with those more shy of the theater especially. Currently space is limited to 50 members, join now to get invited! https://www.meetup.com/Cleveland-Local-Theater-Meetup/ Thank you, Lexi McNichol Stage Manager alexismcnichol(a)gmail.com

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