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THIS WEEKEND - MARCH 29 – APRIL 21: Br'er Cotton at Cleveland Public Theatre
by Caitlin Lewins 26 Mar '18

26 Mar '18

Cleveland Public Theatre presents National New Play Network Rolling World Premiere BR’ER COTTON<http://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2017-2018/brer-cotton/> Written by Tearrance Arvelle Chisholm. Directed by Jennifer L. Nelson. Deeply affected by recent killings of young black men like himself, a boy’s anger grows beyond containment. MARCH 29 – APRIL 21 Free Previews (March 29 – 31) Deeply affected by recent killings of young black men like himself, Ruffrino, a 14-year-old “militant,” incites riots at school and online. More and more at odds with his mother and grandfather, the boy’s anger grows beyond containment while the family home literally sinks into a cotton field and no one seems to notice but him. CAST Sara Bogomolny, Joshua McElroy, Peter Lawson Jones,* Beau Reinker, Samantha V. Richards *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 Beth Wood – Line Producer Andrew Aaron Valdez – Assistant Director Elizabeth Cammett – Stage Manager Inda Blatch-Geib – Costume Designer Wes Calkin – Scenic Designer Benjamin Gantose – Lighting Designer James Kosmatka – Sound Designer T. Paul Lowry – Video Designer Ryan T. Patterson – FX Advisor FREE PREVIEW WEEKEND (MARCH 29 – 31): Preview weekend of Br’er Cotton is presented free to the public. Reserve tickets by phone 216-631-2727 x501 or online using code FIRST. Tickets are $12 – $30. Tickets available at www.cptonline.org<http://www.cptonline.org> or CPT Box Office (216) 631-2727 ext. 501. 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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FIND US: Red Ash Mosaic @ CPT
by Caitlin Lewins 26 Mar '18

26 Mar '18

Cleveland Public Theatre presents RED ASH MOSAIC<http://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2017-2018/red-ash-mosaic-2/> Created by Raymond Bobgan & Cleveland Core Ensemble. Directed by Raymond Bobgan. March 30 - 31 & April 4 - 7 This is not a play. This is a transmission. You cannot buy a ticket to this special performance. Find us. Click here to request an invitation to the showing.<http://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/4192796/Request-an-Invitation-to-Red-Ash-Mosa…> 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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NYC Based Professional Headshot Photographer
by Kelly McCready 26 Mar '18

26 Mar '18

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Attention High School Students... Win a $10, 000 College Scholarship! Online auditions open April 1!
by Renee Greller 26 Mar '18

26 Mar '18

Love to sing? Want to win a college scholarship? Then participate in Shining Star CLE 2018- a Northeast Ohio* high school solo-singing competition! It's easy and free to enter- upload your video audition to shiningstarcle.org between April 1 and July 1, 2018. 4 college scholarships will be awarded: 1st Place: $10,000 plus the opportunity to perform with the Cleveland Pops Orchestra 2nd Place: $5,000 3rd Place: $2,500 4th Place: $1,000 Bonus: $2,500 to the music department of the 1st place winner! The top 10 finalists will perform on stage of the Ohio Theatre at Playhouse Square at The Finals Performance & Competition on Sunday, October 7, 2018. Visit shiningstarcle.org * 216.910.2633 * drothschild(a)montefiorecare.org<mailto:drothschild@montefiorecare.org>. *Must have a 2019-2022 graduation date, must be from Ashtabula, Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Lorain, Medina, Portage or Summit Counties, home-schooled students included.

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"bare: A Pop Opera" Auditions at Western Reserve Playhouse!
by B W 26 Mar '18

26 Mar '18

Directed by Co-Artistic Director Brian Westerley Choreography by Kristy Cruz Book & Music: Damon Intrabartolo Book & Lyrics: Jon Hartmere Performance Dates: July 13-28. Fridays & Saturdays at 8PM; Sunday at 6:30PM Rehearsals will start on or around May 29th. A pulsating, electric contemporary rock musical, bare follows a group of students at a Catholic boarding school as they grapple with issues of sexuality, identity, and the future. Peter and Jason have fallen in love with each other, but Jason -- a popular athlete -- fears losing his status if he is discovered to be gay. Unpopular Nadia, Jason’s sister, is contemptuous of Ivy, a beautiful girl with a questionable reputation. As the group attempts to put up a production of Romeo and Juliet, tensions flare, self-doubt simmers, and God’s path seems more difficult to find than ever. bare rings with the sounds of youthful repression and revolt. With a unique sung-through pop score, heart-pounding lyrics, and a cast of bright young characters, bare is a provocative, fresh, and utterly honest look at the dangers of baring your soul, and the consequences of continuing to hide. ALL ETHNICITIES & GENDER INDENTITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO AUDITION Please prepare a song in the style of the show, BUT NOT FROM THE SHOW. Auditions will also consist of cold readings from the script. Be prepared to move, as well. Pease bring a resume & headshot with you to the audition. Callbacks, if necessary, will be held Tuesday, April 17 at 7PM. Sign up to audition here: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0d4aafad2dabfa7-bare Questions? Contact Brian at brianw(a)westernreserveplayhouse.org<mailto:brianw@westernreserveplayhouse.org>

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Western Reserve Playhouse Presents "Dogfight"!
by B W 26 Mar '18

26 Mar '18

Western Reserve Playhouse presents the musical Dogfight! Dogfight, with music and lyrics by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul and book by Peter Duchan, will run April 13-28. It's November 21, 1963. On the eve of their deployment to a small but growing conflict in Southeast Asia, three young Marines set out for one final boys' night of debauchery, partying and maybe a little trouble. But, when Corporal Eddie Birdlace meets Rose, an awkward and idealistic waitress whom he enlists to win a cruel bet with his fellow recruits, she rewrites the rules of the game and teaches him the power of love and compassion. Artistic Director Dawn Sniadak-Yamokoski directs this amazing show, with musical direction by Dave Stebbins. Kimberly Sullivan, Kyle Burnett, Nina Takacs, Kaleigh Velette, Maximillian Winer, Zachary Palumbo, Daniel Hunsicker, Ben Arrington, Brian Innenberg, Diane Roberts and Kevin Cline grace the WRP stage, with ensemble work from Kayla Lehman, Micayla Carafelli, Ryan Dyke, Dorota Zarzycka and Steven Schuerger. Show Times: 8PM Fridays & Saturdays (except April 21st); 2PM and 6:30PM 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.

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Western Reserve Playhouse Presents "80 Minutes"!
by B W via NEohioPAL 26 Mar '18

26 Mar '18

Western Reserve Playhouse ends their 2017 season by presenting 80 Minutes, a collection of original twenty minute plays, which will run October 6, 7 & 8. The show consists of four plays, all with different directors: "Intermission" written by Harlan Friedman-Romell, directed by Brandi Eaton; "A Match Remade in Heaven" written by Amanda Terman, directed by Brianna Laybourn; "MixMatched.com<http://MixMatched.com>" written by S. Von Schmedelson, directed by Keith Stevens; & ”The Interview" written by Peter Fields, directed by Karen Rose. The cast features plenty of talented local performers, including: Jay Hill, Bernadette Hisey, Shani Ferry, Theresa Dean, Walt Kaminski, Adrienne Jones, Ryanne Fury, Chris Herak, Vince Sarowatz & Sue Jeromson. Show Times: 8:00 pm Friday & Saturday; 2:00 pm Sunday Tickets: $10.00 for everyone To reserve tickets, please visit our website: www.westernreserveplayhouse.org<http://www.westernreserveplayhouse.org> The theatre is located at 3326 Everett Rd., Bath, OH 44286

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Join in the F-U-N for FREE at your Cleveland Play House!
by Natasha Fly 26 Mar '18

26 Mar '18

InsideCPH Presents a FREE Tech Night at Your Cleveland Play House! The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee WEDNESDAY, APRIL 11 | 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Allen Theatre at Playhouse Square Hear from the director and designers, then sit in on a technical rehearsal ("tech") to see how set, lights, sound, costumes and actors all come together as opening night nears! TO RSVP FOR FREE, FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW: https://goo.gl/v33m79 Tech Night Behind-the-Scenes are engaging, fun - and FREE! - opportunities for audiences to gain insight into the artistic process of Cleveland Play House actors, writers and directors, and each of these intimate sessions is tied to the action on our stages. Whether it's a performance workshop, an enlightening discussion, or a rockin' demonstration of musical chops, you'll get a chance to rub shoulders with the talented performers you'll see right here at CPH. Meet the creative team, learn something new, and have a great time with new friends, all for FREE!

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Stand up to Bullies empowerment shoot
by Barbara Stitzer 26 Mar '18

26 Mar '18

Stand for Kindness!! Anti Bullying Shoot!! The Kindness Shoot with the BSP Spokesmodels was such a powerful experience, as were the responses that I received from all over the US, Canada, Europe and Australia from models and photographers who wanted to... no...Needed to share their stories for my magazine, Epic Style, that we decided to open up the shoot to anyone who would like to be a part of it and stand up to bullies! The shoot will be Saturday, April 14, $49, proceeds will go toward raising awareness to the effects of bullying and creating change. You can shoot alone, with your family, with the spokesmodels, Friend groups are encouraged. Bringing a person who has been left out would be amazing. Email me at barb(a)barbstitzer.com, or call/ text me at 330.714.6261. -- All my best, Barb Barbara Stitzer Stalk me: http://www.barbstitzer.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/barbstitzerphotography Snapchat: barbstitzer

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Internationally acclaimed swing band, the Boilermaker Jazz Band plays at Get Hep Swing's dance on Saturday, March 31st
by Valerie Salstrom 26 Mar '18

26 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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