July 2018 - NEohioPAL - lists.neohiopal.org

Need a grant writer/ Assistance acquireingfunds for local play
by richard asbury 10 Jul '18

10 Jul '18

venue is locked in, cast readily available Two, Simple, 1 act plays....Not a lot of logistics Need help finding funds ( $5000-- $10,000) new Playwright but has had local following Contact richard asbury 216.225.3429

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Just Two More Weekends For HUCK FINN!
by Chennelle Harris 10 Jul '18

10 Jul '18

Just Two More Weekends For Huck Finn July 13-22 Fridays and Saturdays at 7pm, Sundays at 2pm Come join Chelsea Cannon as Huck,Chennelle Bryant-Harris as Jim And James Rankin and Eric Schmiedl. Last chance to visit The Big, Red Barn this summer. The Great Lakes Theater Education Department Classics On Tour Production of HUCK FINN. Adapted by Eric Schmiedl and directed by Lisa Ortenzi. Yes. Just two more weekends at The Lantern Theatre in The Big, Red Barn on Tinkers Creek at Canal Road in Valley View, Ohio. A great opportunity to see this American classic in the beautiful and historic 1905 Gleeson Barn. Bring the whole family. Come early and have a picnic. Adults $12. Children 12 & under $8. 216 401-5131 The Lantern Theatre 10901 Tinkers Creek Road, Valley View, Ohio 44125 <https://maps.google.com/?q=10901+Tinkers+Creek+Road,+Valley+View,+Ohio+4412…> www.lanterntheatreohio <http://www.lanterntheatreohio.com/>

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AND ALL THE DEAD LIE DOWN Thu-Sat. Panel conversations & free testing on Thurs.
by convergence-continuum 10 Jul '18

10 Jul '18

CONVERGENCE-CONTINUUM PRESENTS A WORKSHOP PRODUCTION OF A NEW WORK AND ALL THE DEAD LIE DOWN BY HARRISON DAVID RIVERS NOW ONSTAGE THU-SAT AT 8 PM THROUGH JULY 28. Panel discussions and free testing on Thursdays. _ _ _And All the Dead Lie Down. _The story of a sero-discordant, interracial gay couple (Foss is HIV+, Alvin is not) dealing with their mixed status relationship, stigmatization, the importance of connection to family (or lack thereof) and their very different backgrounds is brought to a head by an unexpected visit by Foss’ shady, miscreant brother_._ Following the THURSDAY performances (July 12, 19 and 26), con-con will be hosting POST-SHOW PANEL CONVERSATIONS in partnership with representatives from The LGBT Center of Greater Cleveland, Care Alliance, Recovery Resources, and a POZ identifying community member. IN ADDITION, RECOVERY RESOURCES WILL BE OFFERING FREE HIV TESTING AT THE THEATER ON THURSDAY EVENINGS (JULY 12, 19, 26) BEFORE THE SHOW, STARTING AT 6 PM. _And All the Dead Lie Down _runs Thurs-Sat at 8 pm through July 28 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. Thu: $15, $12, $8. Information and tickets at convergence-continuum.org [1] and 216-687-0074 _And All the Dead Lie Down _is directed by Ismael Lara. The cast features actors Brenton Sullivan, MJ Mihalic and Anthony Lanier. This production is supported in part by the residents of Cuyahoga County by a public grant from Cuyahoga Arts & Culture. Links: ------ [1] http://convergence-continuum.org

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Kennelly Review of Candide
by Laura Kennelly 10 Jul '18

10 Jul '18

*Whether or not* this is the best of all possible worlds, I can not say, but this Ohio Light Opera production just might be the best of all possible *Candides*. It maintains the lyric joyous foolishness Candide and Cunegonde learned from their idealistic teacher, Dr. Pangloss, but it also acknowledges the gloomy realities of life. [Rest of the review at https://coolcleveland.com/2018/07/theater-review-candide-ohio-light-opera-l… ] -- Laura Kennelly 440- 973-6636 Berea, OH 44017 Cool Cleveland Reviews <http://coolcleveland.com/search/laura+Kennelly> artstillmatters.com <http://artstillmatters.blogspot.com/>

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Musical Entertainment at Broadview Heights Home Days
by Annette Phelps 10 Jul '18

10 Jul '18

Broadview Heights Home Days Features Live EntertainmentThursday, July 12 - Sunday, July 15, 2018 The Broadview Heights Home Days offers live entertainment throughout theweekend, and the nearby beer garden (sponsored by Broadview Heights Spotlights Theater) creates a pub-like atmosphere to relax andenjoy the bands. The event is held at the Broadview Center (City campus), 9543 Broadview Road, just south of Rt. 82. Thursday’sentertainment, “The Cleveland TOPS Swing Band” will play classic big band musicfor seniors by seniors from 6:00-8:00PM. Afterwards, Ronnie Fiorentino willbring a sound and style to his vocals that recall Sinatra, Dino, Sammy, Vinton,Darrin and others from 8:45-11:00PM. Friday at 5:30-6:00 PMRevolutions Dance Academy will perform on stage. “Recess” (Pop-Rock/Alternative)is back again this year from 6-11PM. During their break at 9PM, dance performers“Rock’n’Robots” will take the stage. Saturday’sentertainment begins with “Nina & Lou’s Line Dancing” including lessons andperformance from 3-4PM. “Spotlights Rock”will perform in the Beer Garden from 4-6PM. At 5PM there will be an exhibition game on thefootball field by the Brecksville-Broadview Heights Rugby Club where they willshow off their footwork skills. The ever-popular Police Dog show will takeplace at 7PM. “Phil N’ The Blanks” will perform oldies but goodies from 6-11PM,with a 1-hour break at 9PM when “The Rock’n Robots” will return to the stage. Sunday opens withdoo-wop vocal group “Malt Shoppe Memories” from 3-5PM followed by the popularPizza-Eating contest at 5:30PM MC’d by DJ Gary Perl. BUBBLE-PALOOZZA, aninteractive family show will take place on Sunday 5-6PM on the football field featuringDr. U. R. Awesome. Participation isencouraged. Closing the festival will be“The Backstreet Blues Band” from 6:30-10:00PM. For more information about the Home Days, visit the website: http://www.broadview-heights.org/372/Home-Days-on-the-Green

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Theatre 8:15 announces Footloose auditions
by Dawna Kornick 10 Jul '18

10 Jul '18

Theatre 8:15 announces... "Footloose" The Musical Music by Tom Snow<http://www.rnh.com/bio/201/Snow-Tom> | Lyrics by Dean Pitchford<http://www.rnh.com/bio/43/Pitchford-Dean> | Stage Adaptation by Dean Pitchford<http://www.rnh.com/bio/43/Pitchford-Dean> and Walter Bobbie<http://www.rnh.com/bio/204/Bobbie-Walter> | Based on the original screenplay by Dean Pitchford | Additional Music by Eric Carmen, Sammy Hagar, Kenny Loggins and Jim Steinman. One of the most explosive movie musicals in recent memory bursts onto the live stage with exhilarating results. When Ren and his mother move from Chicago to a small farming town, Ren is prepared for the inevitable adjustment period at his new high school. What he isn't prepared for are the rigorous local edicts, including a ban on dancing instituted by the local preacher, determined to exercise the control over the town's youth that he cannot command in his own home. When the reverend's rebellious daughter sets her sights on Ren, her roughneck boyfriend tries to sabotage Ren's reputation, with many of the locals eager to believe the worst about the new kid. The heartfelt story that emerges is of a father longing for the son he lost and of a young man aching for the father who walked out on him. To the rockin' rhythm of its Oscar and Tony-nominated top 40 score (the soundtrack album reached number one on the Billboard charts and has sold over 15 million copies!) and augmented with dynamic new songs for the stage musical, FOOTLOOSE celebrates the wisdom of listening to young people, guiding them with a warm heart and an open mind. AUDITION DATES Sunday, July 29, 2018 6:30 - 8:30 pm Monday, July 30, 2018 6:30 - 8:30 pm PERFORMANCE DATES September 21 - September 30, 2018 Fridays and Saturdays @ 8:15 pm Sundays @ 2:15 pm ********** CAST BREAKDOWN PRINCIPALS 2 Woman 2 Teen Girls 1 Man 3 Teen Boys FEATURED 3 Women 3 Teen Boys 1 Man ENSEMBLE Singing-dancing ensemble consisting of Townspeople and High School Students CHARACTERS Ren McCormack - teenage boy from Chicago Ethel McCormack - his mother Reverend Shaw Moore - the minister of Bomont Vi Moore - his wife Ariel Moore - their teenage daughter Lulu Warnicker - Ren's aunt Wes Warnicker - her husband Coach Roger Dunbar - the high school gym teacher Eleanor Dunbar - his wife Rusty - Ariel's best friend Urleen - Ariel's friend Wendy Jo - Ariel's friend Chuck Cranston - Ariel's boyfriend Lyle - Chuck's buddy Travis - Chuck's buddy A Cop Betty Blast - the owner of The Burger Blast Willard Hewitt - Ren's friend, a country boy Principal Harry Clark Jeter - Ren's friend Bickle - Ren's friend Garvin - Ren's friend Cowboy Bob - the lead vocalist at the Bar-B-Que Cowboy Bob's Band Townspeople and High School Students For more information call (330) 896-0339 or email info(a)theatre815.com FOOTLOOSE us presented through special arrangements with R & H Theatreicals: www.rnh.com<http://www.rnh.com>. [X] 4740 Massillon Rd Green, Ohio 44232 (330) 896-0339 www.theatre815.com<http://www.theatre815.com>

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Kennelly Review of z"Gypsy" at the Beck
by Laura Kennelly 10 Jul '18

10 Jul '18

*Gypsy’s Mama Rose* stamps motherhood as a fearsome creation. The Beck Center production, directed by Scott Spence, simultaneously exposes showbiz’s dark side and delights in its glories — namely story, music and dance. It’s an engaging and touching musical. [To read the rest of the review go to https://coolcleveland.com/2018/07/theater-review-gypsy-beck-center-laura-ke… ]

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"OLIVER!" opening at Theatre 8:15
by Dawna Kornick 10 Jul '18

10 Jul '18

Theatre 8:15 presents... “OLIVER!” By Lionel Bart Directed by Jim Volkert The streets of Victorian England come to life as Oliver, a malnourished orphan in a workhouse, becomes the neglected apprentice of an undertaker. Oliver escapes to London and finds acceptance amongst a group of petty thieves and pickpockets led by the elderly Fagin. When Oliver is captured for a theft that he did not commit, the benevolent victim, Mr. Brownlow takes him in. Fearing the safety of his hideout, Fagin employs the sinister Bill Sikes and the sympathetic Nancy to kidnap him back, threatening Oliver’s chances of discovering the true love of a family. LIONEL BART'S OLIVER! is presented through special arrangements with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.MTIShows.com<http://www.MTIShows.com> PERFORMANCE DATES: July 20 - July 29, 2018 Fridays and Saturdays @ 8:15 pm Sundays @ 2:15 pm Tickets: Adults $15 - Seniors / Students $ 12 ** Tickets are available through our on line Box Office ** For more information please call (330) 896-0339 or email tickets(a)theatre815.com<mailto:tickets@theatre815.com> Theatre 8:15 4740 Massillon Rd Green, Ohio 44232 (330) 896-0339 www.theatre815.com<http://www.theatre815.com>

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Hip Hop Instructors!
by Jonathan Webb 10 Jul '18

10 Jul '18

Shaker Dance Academy is seeking master instructors hip hop for Summer and 2018-2019 school year. LOOKING TO HIRE IMMEDIATELY! We are an exciting, established studio offering classes in all forms of dance to ages 3 through adult. Good working environment, with supportive staff.and dedicated students. If interested, send resume to jonathan.webb(a)shakerdanceacademy.net or call 216-591-2300 to schedule interview.

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Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat turns 50!
by Mercury Theatre Company 09 Jul '18

09 Jul '18

Mercury Theatre Company presents The 50th Anniversary Production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Lyrics by Tim Rice Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber Opening July 20, 2018 South Euclid, OH: Celebrating its 50th Anniversary in 2018, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is a reimaginig of the Biblical story of Joseph, his father Jacob, eleven brothers and the coat of many colors. Revised and remounted from Pierre-Jacques Brault’s award-winning staging in 2010, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is set on an MGM soundstage in the Golden Age of cinema. Cecil B. Demille’s latest epic ‘JOSEPH,’ is fixed to star a newcomer who is destined to change cinema’s black and white world through his technicolor dreams. All of the iconic characters that made headlines through the 1920’s and 1930’s: Rudolph Valentino, W. C. Fields, Mae West, The Little Rascals, Charlie Chaplin, Elizabeth Taylor, Laurel and Hardy, and the Marx Brothers are all on hand to playfully spin this Old Testament tale. Featuring an ensemble cast of 13, the Mercury Theatre Company production presents Brandon Schumacker (two-time Best Actor winner at the Junior Theatre Festival in Atlanta) as Joseph. MTC 2018 Company members Kelvette Beacham, Jonathan Bova, Sophia Dennis, Emily Grodzik, Brian Marshall, Courtney Nelson, Devin Pfeiffer, Paige Schiller, Melissa Siegel, Michael Swain Smith, Sunayna Smith and Bill Wetherbee will be on hand to bring out the colorful characters of yesteryear, and Eddie Carney will musical direct Andrew Lloyd Webber’s superb and familiar score. Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat features the hit songs “Any Dream Will Do,” and “Close Every Door.” Rated PG. Spectacular Group rates are available for parties of 10 or more. Call 216-771-5862 for details. At A Glance: What: What: Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Whe When: July 20 – August 12, 2018 July 20 and 21, August 3 and 10: 7:30 pm July 22, 29, and August 12: 2:00 pm August 1, 2, and 9: 7:00 pm Where: Where: Regina Hall, Notre Dame College, 1857 South Green Rd., South Euclid, 44121 Cost: Cost: $20 Adults, $18 Seniors (60+), $16 children and students (with valid ID) How: For tickets call 216.771.5862 or order online at www.mercurytheatrecompany.org Mercury Theatre Company 216.771.5862 www.mercurytheatrecompany.org

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