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The Brecksville Theatre
by admin＠thebrecksvilletheatre.org admin＠thebrecksvilletheatre.org 18 Jul '18

18 Jul '18

The Brecksville Theatre is proud to announce TICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE Waiting for Godot directed by Art Suskin August 24th - September 9 Sweeney Todd directed by Michael Larochelle September 28 - October 14 AUDITIONS ELF Jr. September 9th Visit our website for tickets and more information www.thebrecksvilletheatre.org

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Nina Simone LIVES ON @KaramuHouse !!
by Marketing 18 Jul '18

18 Jul '18

Karamu House presents BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND SIMPLY SIMONE THE MUSIC OF NINA SIMONE created by Robert Neblett and David Grapes Directed by Caroline Jackson Smith Music Directed by Ed Ridley, Jr. Choreographed by Treva Offutt JULY 18 - AUGUST 5, 2018 Karamu House | Jelliffe Theatre 2355 E. 89th Street, Cleveland, OH featuring: SHEFFIA RANDALL DOOLEY* MARY-FRANCIS R. MILLER CORLESIA SMITH MARIAMA WHYTE* all appearing as NINA SIMONE! (* denotes member of Actors' Equity Association) "...a magical performance." - Cleveland Jewish News "...Whyte handles a spine-tingling version of 'I Put a Spell on You'." - Cleveland Scene "...one leaves feeling uplifted and entirely satisfied." - Buffalo News "...impressive, intense and thrilling." - Miami Herald SEE IT EARLY AND SAVE!! TWO preview nights! Wednesday, July 18 Thursday, July 19 Tickets Only $30! THE CREATIVE TEAM CREATORS Robert Neblett & David Grapes MUSIC ARRANGEMENTS Vince di Mura DIRECTOR Caroline Jackson Smith MUSIC DIRECTOR Ed Ridley, Jr. STAGE MANAGER Xavier P. Khan SCENIC & COSTUMES Inda Blatch Geib SOUND DESIGN Cyrus Taylor LIGHTING DESIGN Colleen Albrecht CHOREOGRAPHY Treva Offutt ASSISTANT DIRECTOR Johnathon L. Jackson TECHNICAL DIRECTOR Prophet D. Seay LINE PRODUCER Nathan A. Lilly EXECUTIVE PRODUCER Tony F. Sias For more info or to purchase tickets call (216) 795-7077 or visit us online at www.karamuhouse.org<http://www.karamuhouse.org>

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3rdThursdays Mixer - Writers, Actors, Directors, Producers and more
by Mary L. Davis 18 Jul '18

18 Jul '18

Join us for the first ever Third Thursdays with the ISA - Cleveland, a monthly mixer for screenwriters and the entire film and television community. Mingle with fellow screenwriters, meet film and television industry professionals, and win screenwriter door prizes all in a fun, causal atmosphere. This event is free and open to all. WHEN: July 19th, 7:00 PM WHERE: Tri-C Western Campus, 11000 Pleasant Valley Road, Parma, OH 44130 (Student Services Building, 2nd Floor, Room 225) Door prizes for the night will include: - One free entry to Cinequest Screenwriting Competition - One free entry to the VIWIFF Screenplay Competition - One free copy of Movie Magic Screenwriter 6 Please note: you must register in advance through the ISA web site to be included in the drawing for door prizes. You must be present to win door prizes. https://www.networkisa.org/events This event is free and open to all. Producers, directors, actors and all other members of the film and television community are encouraged to attend. Parking and Transportation Notes: There is handicapped parking close to an entrance of this building. Bus service drops off people at the Theater Building and there are 2 corriders, one outdoors and one inside, which connect the theater building to the G building Event Sponsors Women in Film & Television Vancouver (WIFTV) is an internationally affiliated not-for-profit society committed to advancing, celebrating and promoting the artistic practice and careers of women working in screen-based media. The Cinequest Screenplay Competition empowers global screenwriters through discovery, recognition, and opportunity. Cinequest loves writers, and we welcome you to submit your screenplay or teleplay to our renowned competition. The Top 10 Finalists receive many empowering benefits including: passes to the Cinequest Film & Creativity Festival and the exclusive Writers Celebration, plus exposure to leading industry players and inspiring luminaries. Since 1982, Write Brothers® Inc. has been a world leader in film and television production software. Their software is sold worldwide and has been used in the development of many of your favorite films and television shows. They provide software for all phases of writing: creativity, brainstorming, outlining, and formatting and are the first and the only creative team ever to receive an Academy Technical Achievement Award for screenwriting software. https://www.networkisa.org/events

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The North Canton Playhouse announces auditions for "The Wedding Singer"
by North Canton Playhouse 18 Jul '18

18 Jul '18

Come back with us to the 1980's! It’s 1985 and Robbie Hart is New Jersey’s favorite wedding singer. He’s the life of the party until his own fiancé leaves him at the altar. Will he finally find the right girl? Find out as we take a wild ride through the 80's with pop songs and big hair-dos! WHEN: SATURDAY, AUGUST 11, 2018 TIME: Sign up for an hour-slot at www.northcantonplayhouse.com under the Audition tab. Look for the Sign Up Genius link WHERE: North Canton Playhouse (525 – 7th St. NE), N. Canton, OH (located at Hoover High School) Hint: Do not use Mapquest as it will take you to the wrong place. WHO: Ages 13-18 years (up to 19 years if you are still in high school)After you register, you will receive additional details, such as the required song excerpts to sing at auditions, as well as an audition form to fill out.Make sure you don’t have conflicts with the rehearsal and performance schedule (see below) BEFORE you audition.Note: Because this is a “Director’s Special” production for seniors, most female leads will be cast with seniors. However, this is the type of cast where just about everyone plays many supporting roles. You will be changing costumes frequently and running on stage to play many roles throughout the show!Rehearsal Schedule for The Wedding Singer Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays 7-9pm, August 20–October 4.Dress Rehearsals for The Wedding Singer Sunday, Oct. 7, 2pm until done(9p-ish); Monday–Wednesday, October 8–10 from 6-until done (9:30-ish)Performances – October 11–28, 2018 Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm; Sundays at 2:30pm

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Tix on Sale Now! Summer Rally on August 12!
by Playwrights Local 18 Jul '18

18 Jul '18

*Playwrights Local invites youto an informal friendraiser...SUMMER RALLYStand Up for Local Playwrights!===========================* *Sunday, August 123:00 - 6:00 pmNighttown12387 Cedar RoadCleveland, OH 44106===========================THEATERExclusive preview of a scene from Down By ContactWritten by Les Hunter and directed by Dale HeinenFeaturing John Busser and Corin B. SelfFrom the forthcoming production <http://www.playwrightslocal.org/down-by-contact/> presented with Dobama Theatre LIVE MUSICWith Trepanning Trio <http://trepanningtrio.com/blog/>HORS D'OEUVRES, CASH BAR, & SILENT AUCTIONHosted by emcee Jared Bendis With testimonials from playwrights Faye Sholiton and Luke Brett Plus info on Playwrights Local’s upcoming season and exciting programs for established and emerging playwrights!===========================TICKETS$20 in advance | $25 at the doorBuy Online <https://tickets.vendini.com/ticket-software.html?t=tix&e=db01d0c95b006591de…>WEBPAGEhttp://www.playwrightslocal.org/summer-rally/ <http://www.playwrightslocal.org/summer-rally/>FACEBOOKhttps://www.facebook.com/events/2096190620664555/ <https://www.facebook.com/events/2096190620664555/> *

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COMING DOWN TO THE WIRE!!! THIS SATURDAY, 7/21 @ 7:00PM
by Rare Form Improv 18 Jul '18

18 Jul '18

*Come party with RARE FORM from 7-11 this Saturday, 7/21* You know them… You love them… You always leave wanting more…. WELL HERE’S SOME MORE! A Mid-Summer Night's Thing: An Evening With Rare Form *They will be showcasing our own written, directed, and acted sketch shorts, some improv music, and a full improv show.* *There will be fine beverages and some light snacking available. Please come, let’s fill the house!* Doors at Wickliffe's Istra Club open at 7:00pm for beverages and mingling. *29028 Euclid Ave.* *Wickliffe OH 44092* *Show starts at 8:00pm and goes until 10:00pm.* *We will conclude the evening's fesitivities at 11:00 pm.* *The driveway to the building we are going to be located in is in the middle of the two buildings to the left of Mugg Shots. * *We would recommend carpooling for safety's sake and because of limited parking**. If the parking lot is full, parking is allowed on the side streets. * After 11:00 pm we will relocate next door to Mugg Shotz for an "after party." Tickets are $5 cash, $6 credit card, at the door *-* Rare Form rareformimprov(a)gmail.com Visit our Website <https://www.rareformimprov.com/> Check out our YouTube <https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4GUQ7n0nQgHrjBFdLOav8A> channel! Follow us on: Facebok <https://www.facebook.com/RareFormImprov/> Instagram <https://www.instagram.com/rareformimprov/> Twitter <https://twitter.com/RareFormImprov>

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THE CAST IS SET FOR “THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME” (Weathervane, Akron)
by Melanie Pepe 18 Jul '18

18 Jul '18

NEWS RELEASE Melanie YC Pepe Chief Executive/Artistic Director 330.836.2626<tel:330.826.2626> THE CAST IS SET FOR “THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME” PLAYING AT WEATHERVANE PLAYHOUSE SEPTEMBER 6 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 23, 2018 Tony and Olivier Award-Winning Best Play A New Play by Simon Stephens, Adapted From the Novel by Mark Haddon Directed by Melanie YC Pepe, Choreographed and Assistant Directed by Kevin Lambes Casting is set for “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time” presented at Weathervane Playhouse in Akron. The Tony Award-winning new play by Simon Stephens is adapted from Mark Haddon’s best-selling novel. CAST CHRISTOPHER Maxwell Rees SIOBHAN Grace Mitri ED Richard Worswick JUDY Jeannie Clarkson VOICE ONE/MRS. SHEARS/GASCOYNE (and others) Laura Stitt VOICE TWO/ROGER SHEARS (and others) Scott Davis VOICE THREE/POLICEMAN (and others) Stephen Pfister VOICE FOUR/REV. PETERS (and others) John Zido VOICE FIVE/NO. 40/PUNK GIRL (and others) Allison Kump VOICE SIX/MRS. ALEXANDER (and others) Harriet DeVeto In “… this highly original, deeply engaging play” (Elysa Gardner, USA Today), 15-year-old Christopher has an extraordinary brain; he is exceptionally intelligent but ill-equipped to interpret everyday life. When he falls under suspicion for killing his neighbor’s dog, he sets out to identify the true culprit, which leads to an earth-shattering discovery and a journey that will change his life forever. “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time” transferred to London’s West End, following a sold-out run at the National’s Cottesloe Theatre in 2012. The production received seven 2013 Olivier Awards, including Best New Play and continues to play to sold-out houses at the Gielgud Theatre in London. A UK and Ireland Tour launched in 2014 and a second tour of the UK and Ireland launched in January of this year. “Curious Incident…,” the longest running play on Broadway in the past 10 years, opened on October 5, 2014, at the Barrymore Theatre, winning five Tony Awards including Best Play, six Drama Desk Awards including Outstanding Play, five Outer Critics Circle Awards including Outstanding Production of a Broadway Play and the Drama League Award for Outstanding Production of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Play. Tickets for “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time” are available by calling 330.836.2626, online at www.WeathervanePlayhouse.com or by visiting the Weathervane Playhouse Box Office located at 1301 Weathervane Lane in Akron. Tickets range from $10 – $22. Weathervane Playhouse is located in Merriman Valley in Akron, 1301 Weathervane Lane, 44313. ###

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Get a Taste of the CPH Season at CLE Urban Winery!
by Natasha Fly 18 Jul '18

18 Jul '18

Young Professionals at Cleveland Play House! Good friends. Great Theatre. Check out the fun YP-CPH July "Taste of the CPH Season" Event to find out more about how the Young Professionals group at Cleveland Play House will expand your knowledge of theatre, connect you with theatre professionals and corporate contacts to expand your network, and have fun with friends along the way! Bring your friends and join in the fun! Wine Tasting 101 at CLE Urban Winery, University Heights "Taste of the CPH Season" Thursday, July 19 | 5:30 p.m. Registration Begins $10 for YP-CPH Members | $15 for Non Members Who: Anyone is welcome! Why: Learn about the upcoming season of shows at Cleveland Play House, hear about the exciting upgrades and changes to the YP-CPH group, learn about the incentives and benefits to joining the YP-CPH group (including discounted tickets, free merchandise, and exciting events throughout the year). Live entertainment will be offered in the winery that evening, CPH will provide food, and the experts at CLE Urban Winery will provide tasting experience and the best tips on how to taste wine. Join us for an exciting evening and get to know more about what YP-CPH can do for you! CPH Associate Artistic Director, Robert Barry Fleming, will be in attendance to provide insights to the upcoming productions in the 2018-2019 season! Please RSVP to knetzband(a)clevelandplayhouse.com<mailto:knetzband@clevelandplayhouse.com> by noon on Thursday, July 19. Throughout the season, we'll host mixers, theatre tours, and other events for you to meet other YPs who enjoy getting out, enjoying a show, and more. It's a great chance to network and socialize with friends - old and new! For more information about becoming a Young Professional please visit the link below or contact Kristin Netzband at knetzband(a)clevelandplayhouse.com<mailto:knetzband@clevelandplayhouse.com> For more information visit: https://goo.gl/u6MYCQ

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HOT SUMMER READS
by Joseph Bauer 18 Jul '18

18 Jul '18

The collected works of native Cleveland author Joey Bauer are available on Amazon kindle. Treat yourself to some of the best legal summer fun that you can have with your clothes on. "Hollywood Raw" - a raunchy memoir - Movie stars caught with their pants down; teen idol tells all; "Married with Children" exposed ... Featured on the Montel Williams Show … “This book has everyone talking.” “Occupation Wiseguy” – a novel – A college boy is tapped by a greatly feared Mafioso to write his biography. It was a good day for a murder. Based on the true story of the Cleveland mob, their very good New York friends and the kid who blew the house down. "Teen Angels" - a play – Kids at juvenile hall and an ally fight the power. Only the strong survive. Meet the collateral damage, the boys and girls who might have been you or yours. Their pain has a long shelf life, and it demands to be felt. Based on a true story set to raw gangster rap and “Those Oldies but Goodies” by Little Caesar & the Romans. "Skating Hollywood Blvd." - five plays about life in the Hollywood fast lane. "The biggest dreamers of all are drawn to Tinseltown like moths to a flame. Every guy you meet there has a headshot in hand, a screenplay in pocket and a fantasy: scores the Porsche, wins the Oscar and pulls mad freaky starlet puss." Based on true stories. "Maury Berry, Jewish Cowboy" - a play - Baby boomers Mendy and Chunky, his black-and-proud sidekick, pledged loyalty until the end, and this is it. As kids, they found sanctuary from abusive fathers, ruthless bullies and poverty at their neighborhood movie house. For Mendy, the matinee never ended, but, for Chunky, it ended way too soon. "Two Old Jews walk in a Deli" - a play - "You don't have to be Jewish to love matzo ball soup, but it wouldn't hurt." The story of two pals, corned beef, Viagra and a hot waitress with a big secret. Based on a true story set to “Hava Nagila” and “Coney Island Baby” by the Excellents, ’62. "Two Guys from Cleveland" - a novel - Best pals fall for the same girl, who offers them a timeshare. She marries one of them, but still itches for his sidekick. When she starts scratching, things get crazy. Based on a true story set to those smokin’ ‘50’s golden oldies and “Beer Barrel Polka” by Frankie Yankovic. "Cue the Sunset" - a play - Two Bronx boys have champagne tastes and Kool-Aid budgets. They set out to seek glamour, glory and gold with a liquor store cashier, the cops, a gun and Fate awaiting them at day's end. Based on a true story set to raw gangster rap. “Buckeye by Choice” – a play – A wide-eyed and bi-curious OSU freshman super fan encounters his gridiron hero in the shower, and things get sticky. “Look who’s calling somebody Crazy” – a play – A Hollywood tourist is hearing voices in his head. Meet the *speakers*: Neon, a notorious rapper; Cha Cha, a sizzling actress; and Big Baller, a porn flick producer. They have invited you to a no-rules cage match called group therapy.

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Voice Lessons with Dr. Christopher Hutton
by Christopher Hutton 18 Jul '18

18 Jul '18

Summer auditions are here and are you prepared? Dr. Christopher Hutton, Baritone, is taking new voice students and excited to get you physically and mentally prepared for auditions and performances. Dr. Hutton has a Masters Degree and Doctorate of Music Arts degrees in Vocal Pedagogy (Science of Singing) from Arizona State University, and is fluent in teaching both belting/music theatre technique and classical technique. Christopher attended Youngstown State University where he received his Bachelors in Voice Performance. He has also performed opera at regional opera houses for over thirteen years. Dr. Hutton offers free consultations to those interested before committing to the voice studio. You may contact Dr. Hutton via email at cjhutton70(a)yahoo.com or 330-301-6334. Lessons will take place on Saturday morning/afternoon. Lessons will prepare each student for school Regional and All-State auditions, theatre auditions and college auditions in voice performance and musical theater. Lesson options are as follows: One-Hour, Forty-Five minute, Thirty minute Lesson. Students range from all ages and those who have an interest in classical and musical theatre. Students consist of all ages and center around high school or younger who show an interest in performing at local theaters and their school choral and musical productions. Call or email for more details. Some of Dr. Hutton’s performances can be found at the following links: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jEvBkg9hRnE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bQF0EsTHoH8 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qAPHEuXEeoY

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