April 2018 - NEohioPAL - lists.neohiopal.org

Save Your Spot at Our FREE Tech Night for The Royale!
by Natasha Fly 24 Apr '18

24 Apr '18

InsideCPH Presents a FREE Tech Night at Your Cleveland Play House for The Royale WEDNESDAY, MAY 2 | 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Outcalt 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/KnZjej Tech Nights 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! The Royale May 5 - 27 | Times Vary Outcalt Theatre at Playhouse Square It's 1910, and Negro Heavyweight Champion Jay "The Sport" Jackson is determined to prove he is equal to his white counterpart-in the ring and in life. Challenging his rival to "The Fight of the Century," Jay knows that even if he wins the bout, the battle for acceptance won't end. Inspired by groundbreaking sports legend Jack Johnson, The Royale is an electrifying adrenaline rush that packs an unforgettable punch as it takes you inside Jim Crow America, inside the ring, and inside the head of this remarkable fighter. FOR TICKETS VISIT: https://goo.gl/abqm3M

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AUDITIONS: Rare Form Improv @ Ensemble Theatre THIS SATURDAY (4/28)
by Rare Form Improv 24 Apr '18

24 Apr '18

✴✴✴✴✴✴✴✴✴✴ AUDITION NOTICE RARE FORM Sat, April 28, 12:30-4:30 & Tues, May 1, 6-10 *Rare Form*, Cleveland's own Professional Improv Comedy Troupe, is excited to announce auditions! We are looking for: Dedicated actors who demonstrate a willingness to "jump", strongly support their scene partner(s), and efficiently apply the basics (object reality, character development, environment, relationship, etc). Availability: We rehearse 1-2x's a week and perform at *least* once a week, mainly at the *Hofbrauhaus Cleveland*, on Saturdays. We are looking for those who will show up for rehearsals and fully commit to the troupe. Bottom line: we're looking for people who play well with us! We are also looking for a musician who can competently invent and play music during shows. Requirements for Musician: - Must own their own (portable) instrument - Must be able to attend rehearsals - Must be able to improv music Auditions will be held at *Ensemble Theatre *in Coventry. Expect Auditions to be in groups of size 5-15 and last 30min each. Please bring your head shot and resume. Due to the nature of our troupe, a cover letter addressing how and why you would be a good fit for Rare Form is *strongly encouraged*. 18+ please. Sign up for your audition time online at the address below! http://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b0b48aeac28a1ff2-auditions <https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.signupgenius.com%2Fgo%2F60b…> Can't wait to see you there! Auditions: --Day 1 Saturday, April 28 12:30pm - 4:30pm --Day 2 Tuesday, May 1 6:00pm - 10:00pm Ensemble Theatre 2843 Washington Blvd., Cleveland, OH 44118 Call backs will be invite only. Date/time and location to be disclosed upon invitation. Never seen us before? Then be sure to check out our website to discover more about us by clicking the link below! https://www.rareformimprov.com/ <https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rareformimprov.com%2F&h=AT…> *THIS WEEK ONLY*, be sure to experience us live at *Hofbrauhaus* on Friday the 13th for a special THEMED edition of our weekly shows!!! Upstairs in the Hermit Club, Admission is FREE, doors open @ 7:30, improv @ 8:30. Hope to see you there! *Gordon Hinchen** ·* ΣΤΓ Director of Projects & Marketing (440) 975-6216 *Jon Heus* Director of Finance & Events Manager (440) 681-0404 Rare Form rareformimprov(a)gmail.com Visit our Website <https://www.rareformimprov.com/>, Check out our YouTube <https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4GUQ7n0nQgHrjBFdLOav8A> channel, or Follow us on Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/RareFormImprov/>, Instagram <https://www.instagram.com/rareformimprov/>, or Twitter <https://twitter.com/RareFormImprov> --Cleveland's Own-- [image: Rare Form] <https://www.rareformimprov.com/> ✴✴✴✴✴✴✴✴✴✴

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Singers Companye Choral Concert Announcement | UNCLOUDED DAY
by Alexandre Marr 24 Apr '18

24 Apr '18

*Singers Companye* Akron's Chamber Choir Presents *UNCLOUDED DAY* One of our most unique programs ever, this music is set to colorful, powerful writings from around the world that speak of living fully, deep spirituality, self-contemplation and love. Works by three prize-winning composers are in the spotlight. Jake Runestad’s *Come to the Woods* and *The Hope of Loving*, breathtaking soundscapes by Ēriks Ešenvalds closing with a rich trio of works by Shawn Kershner’s called *Heavenly Home: Three American Songs*. Join us Saturday, April 28th at Hudson First Congregational Church, 47 Aurora St., Hudson, OH 44236 at 7:30pm. Admission is free of charge.

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EVENT: "All Happiness, Judy Garland" concert April 29
by Lindsey Walsh 24 Apr '18

24 Apr '18

"All Happiness, Judy Garland" Featuring vocalist Joan Ellison with pianist Jason Aquila Sunday, April 29 at 3:00 PM Chagrin Falls Performing Arts Center - 400 E. Washington St., Chagrin Falls "Forget your troubles, c'mon Get Happy" as Joan Ellison shines a spotlight on the musical and personal life of Judy Garland from her early years at MGM to her dramatic comeback as a concert artist and triumphant return to the big screen in A Star Is Born. It's Saturday night, October 24th, 1953 and Jane Telling is giving her "Goodbye to Hollywood Concert." During her sixteen years in the MGM music department, she's seen it all, she sings it all.and she shares it all. The parade of hit tunes performed in authentic arrangements based on the originals includes "Get Happy," "The Trolley Song," "If You Feel Like Singing, Sing," "The Man That Got Away," "The Joint Is Really Jumpin' in Carnegie Hall," "You Made Me Love You," "Zing! Went the Strings of My Heart," "Rock-a-Bye Your Baby," "The Palace Medley," and "Over the Rainbow." Learn more about Joan Ellison by visiting JoanEllison.com <http://www.joanellison.com/> To Purchase Tickets Tickets are $5 for students age 25 and under, $25 for general section seating, and $32 for preferred section seating. Tickets may be purchased by phone at (440) 247-9700 or online at ChagrinArts.org <http://www.chagrinarts.org> .

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$10-$15 for a TCT benefit the whole family can attend!
by TCT Intern 24 Apr '18

24 Apr '18

Theatre games! Face paints! Crafts! TCT characters! And Sweet Moses ICE CREAM! Drench your ice cream in chocolate sauce, sprinkles and whipped cream as you help us continue our mission, providing quality, locally produced programming for every family! You'll get to see some of your favorite TCT characters from past productions as you learn theatre games, have your face painted and make a puppet or mask of your very own to take home! At TCT we want you to let your imagination PLAY! *Join us for this springtime benefit - a sweet way to help us spin tales for years to come.* *Sunday, May 6, 2PM - 5PM (doors open at 1)* TICKETS: http://talespinnerchildrenstheatre.org/news/ 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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Friday: Pay-What-You-Can at "The Oba Asks for a Mountain (A Tale of Nigeria)"
by TCT Intern 24 Apr '18

24 Apr '18

Thanks to Ohio Savings Bank, TCT can offer tickets to ALL Friday performances (and the first Sunday of each production) at whatever price your family can afford. And we mean it! We want the arts in the community and the community in the arts! We hope to see you at The Oba Asks for A Mountain (A Tale of Nigeria) <https://www.facebook.com/events/404371270008096/?acontext=%7B%22source%22%3…> tomorrow night! No reservations are taken for PWYC performances, simply show up at the box office - we're open an hour before the show and we have activities in the lobby for the kids! TICKETS: talespinnerchildrenstheatre.org THE OBA ASKS FOR A MOUNTAIN (a Tale of Nigeria) by Gail Nyoka Directed by Chennelle Bryant Harris Movement by Andrea Belser Production Stage Manager Tim Maca Lighting Design Josh Heidinger Set and Costume Design Alison Garrigan Puppet and Mask Design Melanie Boeman Agiri-Asasa...Bryce Evan Lewis Dayo...Bryon Tobin Oshun/Abeni...Jailyn Harris Messenger 1/Guard/Herdsman...Devin Davis The Oba/Messenger 2...Leilani Barrett About the Tale: In far-off Nigeria, The Oba, a king of great wealth and power, wants it ALL, and expects to get what he wants. And he wants the lands of the Ilesha people. Most people would simply do what he asks, but when he comes up against the wit and humor of three young friends who call these lands home, he may have asked for more than he bargained for. Fridays are Ohio Savings Bank Pay-What-You-Can Performances. Tickets are not available online, but will be waiting for you at the box office for whatever price your family can afford to pay. Group rates are available for every performance! Second-Sundays are Stay & PLAY following the shows - for about an hour, our education staff and even some of our characters from the show will stick around and help you play theatre games, make a craft, take a selfie and more! Third-Saturdays are 1PM Science and a Show program, powered by The Children's Museum of Cleveland! Come any time after our box office opens (which is always 1 hour before every performance!) and complete a science experiment related to the show! Ask us about 10AM School Matinees by emailing TCT Director of Education and Outreach Katelyn Cornelius at kc.tctorg(a)gmail.com Take your family on a year-long journey around the world with TCT! We're heading to new and exciting destinations to hear tales unlike you've heard anywhere else! Check out our ways to save money with our subscription packages and let your imagination PLAY this 2018! With the help of five amazing women playwrights, we will bring stories from Nigeria, Thailand, Canada & Alaska, Israel, and Poland to vibrant, heart-opening, mind-tickling, toe-tapping, colorful & joyous life. On our main stage, come with us to Nigeria, for "The Oba Asks For a Mountain," by Gail Nyoka, in which a young man learns that using your head can overcome the toughest obstacles. Sail away to Thailand in "The Princess & The Nightingale," by Marian Fairman, and meet a clever bird who teaches the true meaning of trust and loyalty. Next, visit the Inuit people of Canada and Alaska to learn about how we came to have night and day, in "The Boy Who Stole the Sun," adapted by Alison Garrigan and produced in collaboration with L.E.N.A.C., The Lake Erie Native American Council, and finally, join us in Israel for "A Song in the Flame," by Margi Herwald-Zitelli to learn how even distance can be a gift during this heart-warming Hannukah story. TCT’s touring production this year takes us to Poland in "Jan & the Trickster," by Krysia Orlowski. In this funny, magical tale, see how Jan learns to use wits and true friendship to win the day. 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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"The Explorers Club" opens Friday, May 4 at Clague Playhouse
by Clague Playhouse News 24 Apr '18

24 Apr '18

*The Explorers Club**by Nell Benjamin * * directed by Anne McEvoy * May 4 - 27, 2018 Performances on Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 8pm, Sunday at 2pm London, 1879. The prestigious Explorers Club is in crisis: their acting president wants to admit a woman and their bartender is terrible. True, this female candidate is brilliant, beautiful, and has discovered a legendary lost city, but the decision to let in a woman could shake the very foundation of the British Empire, and how do you make such a decision without a decent drink? Grab your safety goggles for some very mad science involving deadly cobras, carnivorous plants, irate Irishmen, and gravity-defying libations. *Our Cast:* Curt Arnold as Professor Walling Mike Frye as Professor Cope Robert Hawkes as Professor Sloane Assad Khaishgi as Sir Bernard Humphries Corey Knick as Lucius Fretway Colin P. McCauley as Luigi Mark Rabkin as Harry Percy Tyson Douglas Rand as Beebe and Irish Assassin Tiffany Trapnell as Phyllida Spotte-Hume and Countess Glamorgan Show 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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Berko preview: MILK AND HONEY
by Roy Berko 24 Apr '18

24 Apr '18

*•••••••••••••••••••••••••••* *To read Roy Berko's preview article about The Musical Theatre Project and Jewish Federation of Cleveland's upcoming "MILK AND HONEY," go to* *www.royberko.info* <http://www.royberko.info> <http://www.clevelandtheaterreviews.com> *••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••*

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Ohio Shakespeare Indoor Season Open Auditions next week--TREASURE ISLAND, LION IN WINTER, SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE, 1776
by tess＠ohioshakespeare.com 24 Apr '18

24 Apr '18

Actors--please take a moment to carefully read through character descriptions in breakdowns for each show below--many traditionally male roles are open to females, age ranges are flexible, and all roles are open to all ethnicities. ____________________________ Ohio Shakes, located in downtown Akron, is casting actors for their indoor 2018-2019 season, which includes: Treasure Island: An Adventure, with Music A new play by Terry Burgler, based on the classic adventure by Robert Louis Stevenson (part of the Family Theatre Adventure Series) Shakespeare in Love adapted for the stage by Lee Hall, based on the screenplay by Marc Norman and Tom Stoppard The Lion in Winter by James Goldman 1776 Music and Lyrics by Sherman Edwards Book by Peter Stone 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. Auditions will be held at Greystone Hall (103 S High Street, Akron) on Saturday April 28, 1:00-5:00. and Sunday April 29, 6:00-10:00. Auditions must be scheduled, no walk in appointments please. Actors may request an audition by submitting a headshot and resume to tess(a)ohioshakespeare.com and please include in the subject line: Ohio Shakes Greystone season auditions. Actors may request a particular time 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 contrasting monologues, no longer than 3 minutes in total length OR a monologue and 16 bars of a song. (A cappella; no accompaniment for open auditions; accompaniment will be provided at invited callbacks for Shakespeare in Love and 1776 only.) Ohio Shakespeare Festival operates on an informal resident company model. Ohio Shakespeare company members who have worked for 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 preferred time/date of callback (see below for callback dates for each production). All company members must email their interest to be invited to callbacks, no exceptions. Ohio Shakespeare is open to nontraditional casting in all roles. In the case where age, ethnicity, or gender is defined by the character, we have made a notation in the character descriptions. When noting gender, we are open to the entire gender spectrum. Where there are no notations, we are open to all ages, genders, ethnicities, and physical abilities. Ages refer to the character, not necessarily the age of the actor. Callbacks will be held by invitation only. See individual callback dates below. [ Click here for rehearsal and performance dates, character breakdowns, and more info on how to secure your audition time. ]( https://static1.squarespace.com/static/545cf35ae4b02ca19c759bab/t/5a8f32e4e… )

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Re: [NEohioPAL] Key board player needed
by Jill Koslen-Freireich 24 Apr '18

24 Apr '18

Beachwood Theater Camp seeks key board player for our 2018 camp season. This positions is paid hourly for 7 weeks, 5 days a week. June 11 - July 27. If you enjoy working with children grades 2 - 10, have a strong musical theater background and can sightread well along with play by ear (at times) Beachwood Theater Camp is looking for YOU! Applicants must be able to orchestrate on key board and have experience accompanying community theater productions. To schedule an interview or for more information contact Jill Koslen-Freireich at 216-595-3734.

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