March 2018 - NEohioPAL - lists.neohiopal.org

Registration open for PASS Camp!
by Michael Gatto 29 Mar '18

29 Mar '18

PASS Camp is back! The Performing Arts Summer Spectacular is a unique 6-week immersion in the performing arts. This year, the camp is producing Disney's Peter Pan Jr, an hour-long production based on the classic animated film. Performances are August 9 and 10 at 7:00pm Located at Grace United Church of Christ in Uniontown, the camp is open to any student entering grade 7 through graduating high school. Camp will run June 25-29, then Mondays to Thursdays, July 9 to August 9. *No camp the week of July 4th. All camp days are 1:00-5:00pm Cost is $95 through May 1, then $110 through June 1. To register, visit lakelocal.org/passcamp.aspx (The info on the website is NOT up-to-date. For updated info, visit our facebook page: @passslam) Contact Michael Gatto, Camp Director, at passcamp(a)lakelocal.org with any questions.

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Come See OPA Musical Grimm's Fairy Tales!!!
by Morganne Kaster 29 Mar '18

29 Mar '18

Olmsted Performing Art's presents... *Grimm’s Fairy Tales* featuring Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, & 12 Dancing Princesses! A two-act musical featuring three of Grimm’s most beloved fairy tales. Join us on our journey to the Cassia where we meet twelve dancing princesses on their quest to find adventure and love. Meet our Prince and Fairies as they mount a daring magical rescue to save Sleeping Beauty from a fairy who has gone astray. And join Ella who despite her difficulties, learns about the magic of kindness and believing in the beauty of her dreams. Not to mention, all problems can be solved with a good pair of shoes! Join us at: Elyria Performing Arts Center 600 West Ave. <https://maps.google.com/?q=600+West+Ave.Elyria,+OH+44035&entry=gmail&source…> Elyria, OH 44035 <https://maps.google.com/?q=600+West+Ave.Elyria,+OH+44035&entry=gmail&source…> Showtimes: *Fri Apr 6, 2018 | 7:00PMSat Apr 7, 2018 | 2:00PMSat Apr 7, 2018 | 7:00PMSun Apr 8, 2018 | 2:00PM* You won’t want to miss this fairytale fun! http://www.opatickets.com

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Internationally renowned jazz band plays the Get Hep Swing dance on Saturday, March 31st - Only $5 for first timers. No partner needed to attend. Everyone is welcome!
by Valerie Salstrom 29 Mar '18

29 Mar '18

What? Swing Dance hosted by Get Hep Swing When? Saturday, March 31st. Where? Slovenian Workmen's Home, 15335 Waterloo Road Dance lessons? Yes. Beginner-friendly jitterbug from 8-9 Is there a band? Yes. The internationally acclaimed Boilermaker Jazz Band from Pittsburgh plays from 9-12. The hot sounds of the jazz age come alive with the Boilermaker Jazz Band! Led by Paul Cosentino on clarinet, this acclaimed group serves up swinging renditions of jazz classics and rarities through superb instrumentals and heartfelt vocals. With their unique brand of musical Americana and hot jazz revelry, the Boilermakers bring the party to you! This fun, professional band has been making music and memories for more than 25 years! Is there a DJ? Yes. The DJ plays during band breaks. Who can attend? Everyone is welcome. People of all ages attend. Do I need previous dance experience? No Do I need a partner? No, we rotate dance partners during the lesson What do I wear? Wear comfy shoes that allow you to pivot and turn easily. Wear clothing that makes you feel good about yourself. What is the cost? $12 per person, $10 for students and seniors, $5 for first-timers. Over 150 people attending each month and 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. From 8-9pm Get Hep Swing dancers will lead a beginner-friendly, jitterbug lesson. Remember, you do not need a partner as we rotate partners during this lesson. Also, if you are attending this lesson with a partner and you prefer not to rotate, that is fine too. We are really easy going. Do what makes you happy. 9-12 pm the internationally acclaimed Boilermaker Jazz Band from Pittsburgh. Each month we feature a different band and DJs play a variety of swing dance-able tunes during the band breaks. 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. :) 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, beautiful, and joyful. We can't wait for you to experience this conversation of dance with us. Attire is anything from casual to dressy. The best shoes to wear are comfortable and will allow you to pivot and turn easily. 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 Slovenian Workmen's Home. 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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Mark Wood Rock Camp for Singers and String Players
by Wanda Wareham 28 Mar '18

28 Mar '18

Are You Ready to ROCK?!? Mark Wood Rock Camp: A Day Camp for String Players & Singers (grades 6 & up, intermediate & advanced musicians) World-renowned electric violinist Mark Wood and vocalist Laura Kaye and a great team of artist mentors take you on an exciting, engaging and energizing week-long contemporary music camp experience! June 11-15, 2018 9 am-4 pm daily For details and to register, visit https://www.fineartsassociation.org/education/summer-camp.html The Fine Arts Association 38660 Mentor Avenue Willoughby, OH 44094 www.fineartsassociation.org<http://www.fineartsassociation.org> Like Us on Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/TheFineArtsAssociation> | Follow Us on Twitter<https://twitter.com/TheFineArtsAssn> | Follow us on Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/fineartsassoc/>

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LCCC Hosts Civic Jazz Band
by Allison Jack 28 Mar '18

28 Mar '18

LCCC Hosts Civic Jazz Band Lorain County Community College's division of arts and humanities presents a Civic Jazz Band Concert at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 14 at the Stocker Arts Center in the Reaser Grand Room. Guests will enjoy music, food and drinks in a night club setting. The night features the music of Benny Carter and the great Count Basie Band. Tickets for the jazz band are $9 for general admission or $8 for LCCC students, staff and seniors 65 and up. For tickets, call the Stocker Box Office at (440) 366-4040. For more information, call (440) 366-4013. Lorain County Community College is located at 1005 N. Abbe Road, Elyria, Ohio. Allison Jack Writer & Project Coordinator Marketing & Communications Lorain County Community College (440)366-7082 Regular office hours: Tuesday-Friday, noon-5 p.m. For immediate assistance for urgent needs while not in office, please contact Steve Sefchik at (440)366-7601 or email ssefchik(a)lorainccc.edu<mailto:ssefchik@lorainccc.edu>.

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THE OLDEST PROFESSION now onstage at con-con. This Thurs now sold out!
by convergence-continuum 28 Mar '18

28 Mar '18

CONVERGENCE-CONTINUUM PRESENTS _THE OLDEST PROFESSION _BY PAULA VOGEL NOW ONSTAGE AT THE LIMINIS THEATER THROUGH APRIL 14 THIS THURSDAY IS NOW SOLD OUT! 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 _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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Ensemble Theatre Presents New Play Readings TONIGHT
by Ensemble Theatre 28 Mar '18

28 Mar '18

Ensemble Theatre is proud to host the 3rd event of our 7th *Annual Colombi New Plays Festival* with readings of new short plays by area playwrights. *March 28 will see new short plays by:* *Richard Asbury (DRUMS OF ZANZIBAR) Ann Cohen (OUT OF THE WOODS) Barbara Harkness (BUMBLEFUZZ AND CATERWAMP) Agnes Hermann (NUDITY REQUIRED) Michael Oatman (FRIENDS LIKE THESE) * The short play readings will be held at CLE Urban Winery <https://www.facebook.com/CLEurbanwinery/> 2180B Lee Road Cleveland Heights, OH 44118 The Annual Colombi New Plays Festival is an opportunity for area playwrights to showcase their work for Ensemble audiences. This year's Festival, our 7th, also features a production of Cleveland Heights playwright Tom Frattare's new play MAMA / MOON running March 9 - March 25 at Ensemble Theatre. All Colombi Festival new play readings are FREE and open to the public. For a complete list of events and to our upcoming production of *Angels in America: Perestroika* running April 27-May 20 please visit www.EnsembleTheatreCLE.org <https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.EnsembleTheatreCLE.org%2F&h…> call 216-321-2930 or email info(a)ensemble-theatre.org. *Playwright Bios:* *RICHARD ASBURY* Richard S. Asbury is an African American writer born in Western PA as the son of a Postal Worker and a Beautician. He is married with two grown children and three grandchildren. Richard earned his BS Ed. from Ohio University and his MA Ed. from Pepperdine University. He also earned his MS Ed. from Cleveland State University. Richard is a 20-year U.S. Navy Vet (Retired as a LCDR) and 20-year Training Consultant. He is a self-taught Playwright who hopes to bring forth stories of the Black community, that deliver messages everyone can relate to and find enlightening, and entertaining. Richard would like to thank everyone for your attendance tonight. *ANN COHEN* Ann Cohen is a playwright, poet, songwriter, librettist, journalist, interior designer and when the mood strikes, she sketches people. And she sings. Her screenplays include Ancient History and Murder in B Flat. Her musical, Openings, graced the stage at Ensemble Theatre as a concert reading, part of Stagewrights New Works Festival. A reading of her short play, Prospect, was also presented there. As a journalist, she was a film reviewer, specializing in French cinema, and she has written about interior design. Currently, she creates works for the theater. Out of the Woods is a monologue about a particular kind of journey. Ann was born in Cleveland, and her higher education took her to the University of Cincinnati, and then to University of Connecticut. *BARBARA HARKENSS* Emeritus Professor of Anthropology from Kent State University, Barbara has taken up playwriting since her retirement. When professionally active, she worked with archaeological teams in Ohio, Illinois, France, and Mexico. Several of her ten-minute and short plays have been produced in Cincinnati, Yellow Springs, OH, Seattle, WA and Ensemble Theatre of Cleveland Heights. Full-length plays given *New Voices* presentation by Cincinnati Playwrights Initiative include *The Disappointed, Edge Walking,* and* Stairway to the Crown.* *AGNES HERMANN* Agnes Herrmann is an actor and has worked on stage, on film, and for many years in NYC doing voice-overs. She is a member of Ensemble Theatre’s Stagewrights Workshop in Cleveland. She’s written many 10-minute plays and a full-length play, Makin’ Sawce, all of which had readings at Ensemble Theater. She is working on a full-length musical, currently entitled The Curious Cabinet, a story about illegal immigration, intended for both adults and children, as well as a new piece entitled Limbo. *MICHAEL OATMAN* In 2011, Michael Oatman won the CPAC Workforce Fellowship and the Cleveland Art Prize in 2010 for Best Emerging Artist and the 2010 Lantern Award for Best Play. In 2017 he co-wrote Objectively/Reasonable which tackled the community’s response to the shooting of Tamir Rice. In 2016 The Phoenix Theater produced Starve the Devil. 2015 brought the production of Killing Black Superman at the Kultivation Theater and a commissioned piece Crazy Man for Weathervane Theater. Michael Oatman earned an English Degree from Cleveland State University in 2004 and completed his MFA in theater, from the Northeastern Ohio Master of Fine arts Consortium in 2008. He currently teaches playwriting at Kent State University and serves as a playwriting mentor the University of Nebraska at Omaha. -- *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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URGENT - Attractive Hip Male Submission - The Talent Group
by Cleveland Talent Group 28 Mar '18

28 Mar '18

THE TALENT GROUP - Ohio and Pennsylvania’s Top Agency for models and actors is currently looking for: *_Attractive and Fit Males with a "Hipster" look, Age 26 to 37_*. Beard is welcome as long as it is trimmed and clean! This is a large medical print shoot and will take place in _PITTSBURGH__, PA _ NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY! If you are interested, please email a couple of full body pictures and a couple of close up pictures with a full smile, showing teeth. Please include___all __of your sizes_ Also - Please make sure to include your Contact Information*: EMAIL *and *CELL #*. *IMPORTANT -* If you are a Talent that is already signed exclusively to a contract in the Pittsburgh and Cleveland market with another Talent/Model Agency unfortunately we can not submit you on this project since you already have representation. Please Submit PHOTOS IMMEDIATELY to cleveland(a)talentgroup.com AND pittsburgh@talentgroup MAKE SURE to only send 4 pics or less and make sure each pic is less than 2mb in size, otherwise you should use wetransfer.com <http://wetransfer.com/> or dropbox.com <http://dropbox.com/> to send pictures. Thank you! THE TALENT GROUP -- The Talent Group 2530 Superior Ave E., Suite 602 Cleveland, OH 44114 216-622-8011 Office www.talentgroup.com CONFIDENTIALITY STATEMENT - PLEASE NOTE: The contents of this email including the script, client and client contact information, as well as other information contained within the email and/or attached is STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL. This email/message and it’s contents are intended only for the individual or entity to which it is addressed. It contains privileged, confidential information which is exempt from disclosure under applicable laws. You are strictly prohibited from disseminating or distributing this information or copying this information. Thank You - THE TALENT GROUP

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Need help for 6 hours load / unload truck
by Cliff Wilson 28 Mar '18

28 Mar '18

*Opera Looking for help to load / unload truck* The month of April will be busy for us, as we are producing another opera in the Maltz Performing Arts Center at University Circle. To that end, we are looking for some help on *Monday,* *Apr. 9th at 10 AM* to help with loading and then unloading our *shop* truck. Fee is $15 / hr. If this works for you, please contact me: cwilson(a)clevelandoperatheater.org Need reply within the next few days. Let me know if you have questions. -- Cliff Wilson Artistic Administrator Cleveland Opera Theater cwilson(a)clevelandoperatheater.org

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Fifth of July Opens Tonight at Cleveland Play House!
by Natasha Fly 28 Mar '18

28 Mar '18

FIFTH OF JULY - CASE WESTERN RESERVE UNIVERSITY // CLEVELAND PLAY HOUSE MFA ACTING PROGRAM ENSEMBLE CLASS OF 2020 Through Saturday, APRIL 7 | Times Vary Helen Theatre - 1407 Euclid Ave. Cleveland, OH 44115 In the wake of the Vietnam war, a veteran and his eccentric family gather in rural Missouri to ring in Independence Day. But the fireworks don't stop once The Fourth is over. Long-standing resentments and disappointments bubble to the surface as the family attempts to reconcile the hopes they once had for the future with the realities of their present. From Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Lanford Wilson, The Fifth of July is both a stunning and humorous portrait of a generation in search of direction and redemption. This production will introduce the CWRU/CPH MFA Acting Program's Class of 2020. TICKETS CAN BE PURCHASED ONLINE AT: https://goo.gl/yVr165

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