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LAST CHANCE to see THE ELEPHANT MAN!
by fctheatre 16 May '18

16 May '18

French Creek Theatre<http://metroparks.cc/theatre.php> is pleased to present... THE ELEPHANT MAN By Bernard Pomerance Directed by Ismael Lara In 1886, a horrifically deformed sideshow attraction named John Merrick is taken in by a young English surgeon named Frederick Treves. As Treves endeavors to civilize him by introducing him to London's elite, Merrick dreams of being like other men. But when manners and propriety leave Merrick dissatisfied, Treves begins to question his own altruistic pursuits. Achingly poignant and poetic, discover our shared humanity with The Elephant Man. PERFORMANCES May 4-20, 2018 Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30PM Sundays at 3:00PM TICKETS Adult: $16 Youth: $10 Call (440) 949-5200, purchase online<http://metroparks.cc/french-creek-theatre-tickets.php> or visit the FCT Box Office, open 10AM-6PM daily. FEATURING Jeff Caja Max Elinsky Rose Gabriele Bob Kenderes Suzanne Kramer Willis McNeal Spencer Riley French Creek Theatre<http://metroparks.cc/theatre.php> is located within the French Creek Nature & Arts Center / 4530 Colorado Ave / Sheffield Village / 44054

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Ma'Sue Productions ***CASTING CALL*** Blue, Miss Billie
by Ma'Sue Productions 16 May '18

16 May '18

****CASTING CALL**** LOOKING FOR TALENTED ACTORS TO STAR IN *BLUE, MISS BILLIEAN ORIGINAL PLAY BY JOHN DAYO-ALIYA* *Seeking roles for:* Black Males 18-35 Black Males over 40 Black Females 18-50 White Males over 35 *May 29th | 7:00pm | Akron Civic Theatre*234-788-5238 masueproductions(a)gmail.com for casting information

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5-Week Theater Tap Dance Bootcamp
by Nicole Cassara 15 May '18

15 May '18

Arlene Cassara Dance & Theater Center will be having its 5-Week Theater Tap Dance Bootcamp on Tuesdays 5:30-6:30 beginning June 19th. Cost is $65.00. ACD&TC is located at 24371 Lorain Rd. North Olmsted. This class is taught by Nicci Cassara Billington. If you’ve ever wanted to learn or brush up your tap dance basics, this is the class for you! (440) 716-1655 www.ArleneCassaraDance.com

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Nunsense II The Second Coming still playing at Independence Community Theatre
by Rtodd Todd 15 May '18

15 May '18

Independence Community Theater 6652 Brecksville Road Independence, MO 44131 Nunsense II The Second Coming is still running at Independence Community Theater. This is the last weekend. Come join the nuns in this fun show. May 18 and 19 at 8pm and May 20 at 2pm. Hope to see you there. Nunsense II The Second Coming The nuns are back at it again at Independence Community Theater come see Linda Waranai, Judy Lasecki, Celia Lupton, Jennifer Sindyla, and Kathleen Caldwell reprise their roles as Reverend Mother, Sister Hubert, Sister Leo, Sister Robert Ann, and Sister Amnesia. This powerful cast will have you laughing and in awe all night (and perhaps a bit of crying). This show is going to be the highlight of the season, don't miss it. Directed By Ian Zainea, Choreographed By Debbie Conway & Christine Ritchea , Music Direction by Gail Wirick , Produced by Richard Todd. Reserve your tickets today by calling 216-447-0443, like us on facebook (facebook.com/Independencetheater) and visit our website at www.independencetheatre.org. we hope to see you there May 4, 5, 12 18, 19 at 8:00 pm and May 13 and 20 at 2:00 pm.

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PASSING STRANGE @ Karamu
by Roy Berko 15 May '18

15 May '18

*•••••••••••••••••••••••••••* *CAPSULE JUDGEMENT: After an overly long first act, the show shifts into high gear and wraps up with a strong final act. The Karamu cast is excellent. * *To read the entire review go to: **www.royberko.info* <http://www.royberko.info>* to read the capsule judgements of the other Cleveland reviewers go to: **www.clevelandtheaterreviews.com* <http://www.clevelandtheaterreviews.com> *••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••*

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DAREN STAHL HEADSHOT AND PRODUCTION PHOTOGRAPHY
by beezersh＠aol.com 15 May '18

15 May '18

I am Daren Stahl. Also known as “Helen Todd’s husband” if you are in the musical theater or opera scene in CLE☺️. Wishing you all a happy and joyous spring! Peace, ~Daren Stahl Photography Contact Daren Stahl: beezersh(a)aol.com https://darenstahl.smugmug.com/Events/Production-Portfolio/ Now booking for June headshot sessions and summer productions. Schedule your production photographer too! Production shots are one of the best ways to promote your theater’s product. Outdoor productions or indoor. Headshots $75 for a 1/2 hour session and up to 5 digitally retouched photos are yours to keep AS WELL AS print release on the rest of the session. Indoor, outdoor, B&W or color. "This has been a most enjoyable experience" ~ Evelyn “You have perfectly captured his essence -- his warmth and friendliness...... we are so appreciative to have these images as we mark this big milestone” ~ Julie Schedule your company's production shots today! Daren has taken production photographs for Mercury Theatre Company, Great Lakes Theater Actor-Teacher program, Heights Youth Theater, Theatre in the circle, and more. Production Photography $275 for a full-company dress rehearsal. Full Gallery access, downloads, and prints made available. SMALLER ENSEMBLES PAY LESS. "Thanks to Daren Stahl photography for the great pictures!" ~ Mercury Theatre Company To view Daren's pricing page and for longer portrait sessions, senior photographs and more, click below. https://darenstahl.smugmug.com/Site-Pages/n-p8xckD/Pricing To learn more about Daren and view his portfolio click below: https://darenstahl.smugmug.com/Events/Production-Portfolio/ Contact Daren Stahl: beezersh(a)aol.com

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Summer Theatre Classes!
by Lauren Nichols 15 May '18

15 May '18

S*ummer Theatre Classes are open for enrollment with * *Olmsted Performing Arts!* *Beat the heat and exercise your creativity in our dynamic classes! There is something for every age! * *Summer session runs June 18th-August 18th* *Mondays 6:00-6:45* *INTRO TO THE STAGE (Ages 4–6)* This class, devoted to our youngest actors, encourages children to explore their creativity through make-believe play. Children will use their imagination to gain confidence in improvisation, character development, and stage presence. Learning through theater games and acting exercises, as well as performing a small script, is a wonderful way to introduce young children to the world of acting. *Mondays 5:00-6:00* *ACTING FOR THE STAGE – YOUTH (Ages 6–10)* For those with little or no acting experience, here is a class that will give them a good taste of every element of acting for the stage. Students will learn the fundamentals of theater and acting. Instruction will include stage movement, vocal power/range, script analysis, character evaluation, improvisation, and work and both classical and comedic texts. *Wednesdays 6:00-7:00* *IMPROV – YOUTH (Ages 7–13)* Learn the art of Improv! Students will create compelling characters and interesting storylines through the use of improvisational exercises. Through collaboratively working with scene partners the students will explore their creativity and feel comfortable making big and interesting choices when they create characters for performance! *Saturdays 10:00-11:00 (Tween ages 10-15)* *Wednesdays 5:00-6:00 (Youth 7-13)* *TRIPLE THREAT-YOUTH AND TWEEN * This dynamic class combines all of the training that creates the ultimate triple threat! Students will learn correct vocal technique to combine with choreography and scenes. Students will learn how to sing strongly, dance confidently, and make great character choices! No pre-requisites required for enrollment. To register follow this link- http://www.olmstedperformingarts.com/theater-classes-summer-catalogue/

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Summer Classes and Camps at Dance Arts!
by Regina Pietraroia 15 May '18

15 May '18

Dance Arts by Regina in North Royalton is pleased to offer a range of classes and camps for students of all ages and ability levels this summer! Don't miss a chance to level up in your technique and artistry - I hope you'll join us! TODAY 5/15 is the last day to register at our Early Bird Prices! Check out our great camps and summer classes at www.danceartsbyregina.com. Register online for our camps today by visiting http://www.danceartsbyregina.com/summer-camps-and-intensive *Undersea Adventures* *July 9-13 | ages 3-5 | 9:30-12* *$135 camp + supplies | $150 after 5/15* Movement, crafts, and games for young dancers – explore Moana’s island, find Nemo and Dory, and dance all week Under the Sea! Dancers should bring a snack each day. Performance and reception on Friday! *Jump Start Dance!* *July 16-20 | ages 6-9 | 9:30-12* *$135 camp + supplies | $150 after 5/15* Learn about all forms of movement in a creative and supportive environment. Learn the grace and strength of ballet, get funky with jazz, and find your rhythm with tap! Students should bring a snack each day. Performance and reception on Friday! *Level 3+ Intensive / Briar Rose’s Garden* *July 30-August 10 | 9 and up | 9:30-3:30* *$374 until 5/15! $450 until 6/15! $474 after 6/15* Reach the next level in your technique and artistry through our two-week program and perform in a fanciful retelling of “Aurora’s Wedding” from *The Sleeping Beauty* ballet, choreographed by Miss Regina and Mr. Ethan Lee. Students will study a variety of disciplines with guest teachers, focusing on ballet technique. Performance in-studio on 8/10, and at N. Royalton Bicentennial Festival on 8/11. Guest artists TBA. *Regina Pietraroia* *Artistic Director**, Dance Arts by Regina* 10670 Royalton Road N Royalton, OH 44133 440-230-9018 www.danceartsbyregina.com Facebook <http://www.facebook.com/danceartsbyregina> and Instagram <http://www.instagram.com/danceartsbyregina>

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Auditions for Shrek The Musical at Silhouette Productions
by Douglas Bailey 15 May '18

15 May '18

Open auditions for Shrek The Musical at Silhouette Productions! Based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film, Shrek The Musical is a Tony Award-winning fairy tale adventure, featuring all new songs from Jeanine Tesori (Thoroughly Modern Millie; Caroline, or Change) and a sidesplitting book by David Lindsay-Abaire. Shrek brings all the beloved characters you know from the film to life on stage and proves there's more to the story than meets the ears. Produced by Charlotte Mirabile Directed by Douglas F. Bailey II Musically Directed by Dave Coxe Choreography by Jen Justice When: June 20th and 27th from 7:00 pm- 9:30 pm. No appointment necessary. Please arrive at 7:00 pm and be prepared to move. CALLBACKS July 7th 12-5 PM if necessary by invitation only. Production Dates: October 12-21 Where: Shore Cultural Center Room 242 What to prepare: Please prepare two 32 bar cuts of contrasting musical theatre songs in the style of the show. Please also prepare a short joke. SHREK will begin rehearsals August 26th and runs October 12-21. Rehearsals will generally be Sunday Afternoons, and Monday-Thursday evenings. There are no AEA contracts for this production. ALL ROLES ARE AVAILABLE. QUESTIONS? Email the director at douglasfbaileyii(a)gmail.com A Note on Casting: It is the director's goal to engage a large and diverse cast in this family friendly classic. All races, creeds, gender identities, sexual orientations, ages, and body types are encouraged to audition and will be considered for all roles when casting. Shrek Our story's title character. A big, green, terrifying ogre who lives alone on a swamp. He embarks on a journey to rid his land of fairytale creatures and, along the way, falls in love with Fiona. Begins as a grumpy hermit, but reveals his layers and eventually becomes the hero. Vocal range top: G#4 Vocal range bottom: A2 Fiona The beautiful princess of Far Far Away, she transforms into an ogre every night when the sun sets. Rescued by Shrek and eventually falls in love with him. Quirky, blunt, and multitalented, she is not an ordinary princess. TAP DANCE EXPERIENCE PREFERRED Vocal range top: G5 Vocal range bottom: F3 Donkey A talking donkey who joins Shrek on the run from Farquaad's guards. Quite the chatterbox, he is not deterred by Shrek's looks and practically forces himself into his good graces. Easily frightened and pushy, but also an optimistic with heart. Vocal range top: B4 Vocal range bottom: C3 Lord Farquaad The comically short, ruthless ruler of Duloc. He is in search of a princes to marry so that he can become king. Has an intensely unfair bias against fairytale creatures that stems from a resentment of his father. Self-absorbed, lonely, and cruel. Vocal range top: D5 Vocal range bottom: B2 Dragon A dragon that has been charged with guarding Princess Fiona in her isolated castle. She eventually falls in love with Donkey and attempts to keep him there forever. Imposing and flirtatious, but tired of her job as the glorified baby-sitter. Vocal range top: Eb5 Vocal range bottom: F3 Gingy A gingerbread man initially kidnapped by Lord Farquaad. His wit and resolution help him both avoid trouble and inspire the rest of the fairytale creatures. Puppet. Can be operated by actress appearing as Sugar Plum Fairy. Vocal range top: C#5 Vocal range bottom: B3 Pinocchio The leader of the fairytale creatures. He is an animated puppet whose nose grows every time he lies. Plenty of sass with a penchant for lying. Vocal range top: F#4 Vocal range bottom: E3 Ensemble (also features Children's ensemble) Fairytale Creatures (Big Bad Wolf, Three Little Pigs, White Rabbit, Fairy Godmother, Peter Pan, Wicked Witch, Ugly Duckling, Three Bears, Mad Hatter, Humpty Dumpty, Elf, Dwarf, Three Blind Mice); Angry Mob; Happy People; Guards; Knights; Rats

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Continues Through 5/26! The Panther Dancer by Logan Cutler Smith
by Playwrights Local 15 May '18

15 May '18

*Playwrights Local PresentsA World PremiereTHE PANTHER DANCERA new play by Logan Cutler SmithDirected by Jimmie Woody------------------------------SHOWDATESMay 11 – 26, 2018Thursday, Friday, & Saturday at 7:30 pmHalf-price Preview: Thursday, May 10 at 7:30 pmVENUECreative Space at Waterloo Arts397 East 156th StreetCleveland, OH 44110TICKETS$18 Adults | $15 Seniors & Groups | $12 Studentshttp://www.playwrightslocal.org/the-panther-dancer/ <http://www.playwrightslocal.org/the-panther-dancer/> (216) 302-8856------------------------------The Panther Dancer is an innovative new play that digs deep beneath the iconicity of a childlike American star. A series of inventive vignettes, this knowing parody follows a young wonder as he strives to become, in his own person, the very greatest show on earth. Tracing the arc of his campaign, the play becomes a playful synthesis of biography and tabloid journalism–a sidelong glance at a meteoric rise and a catastrophic fall.CASTAndrea BelserRobert BranchCorin B. SelfKim SimbeckAnthony VelezCREATIVE TEAMStephanie Bahnij...Stage ManagerChelby Benson...Set DesignerInda Blatch-Geib...Costume DesignerWes Calkin...Lighting DesignerTyler Collins...Social Media CoordinatorDrake Crowind...Projection DesignerSusan Dicken...Production ManagerTom Hayes...CarpenterJocelyn Laracuente...Assistant DirectorDavid Todd...DramaturgBrianna Williams...Sound Designer------------------------------COMPANYPlaywrights LocalCleveland, Ohiohttp://www.playwrightslocal.org/ <http://www.playwrightslocal.org/> *

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