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An Evening with Billie Holiday at Akron Civic Theatre
by Ma'Sue Productions 21 Aug '18

21 Aug '18

*Ma'Sue Productions Presents* *BLUE, MISS BILLIE* an original play written and directed by John Dayo Aliya *September 13th,14th and 15th * *8PM* Click on the links below to purchase tickets! 9/13/18 <https://www1.ticketmaster.com/event/050054B88B80210A> 9/14/18 <https://www1.ticketmaster.com/blue-miss-billie-akron-ohio-09-14-2018/event/…> 9/15/18 <https://www1.ticketmaster.com/blue-miss-billie-akron-ohio-09-15-2018/event/…> *Description* Who was Billie Holiday? Was she the jazz starlet that captivated the hearts and imaginations of fans and fellow artists for over half a century; or a drug addled criminal, with a quick wit and even quicker fist? This is the question that haunts Fred Worthy, a music journalist and Billie admirer, who has taken on the arduous task of writing a biography about the legendary diva, 20 years after her death, only to discover the very public star lived most of her life in the darker regions outside the glamour and confetti of the spotlights glare. Worthy soon realizes that in order to discover the truth about Billie he will have to confront the dark truths of his own past. "Blue, Miss Billie" is an intelligent, hilarious, stylish entry on one of the most fascinating and notorious personalities of the 20th century. A feast for the senses not to be missed. Click on the links below to purchase tickets! 9/13/18 <https://www1.ticketmaster.com/event/050054B88B80210A> 9/14/18 <https://www1.ticketmaster.com/blue-miss-billie-akron-ohio-09-14-2018/event/…> 9/15/18 <https://www1.ticketmaster.com/blue-miss-billie-akron-ohio-09-15-2018/event/…>

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Opening Friday! THE CASUAL TREE WARD by Robert Hawkes at convergence-continuum
by convergence-continuum 21 Aug '18

21 Aug '18

OPENING THIS FRIDAY, AUGUST 24 CONVERGENCE-CONTINUUM PRESENTS THE WORLD PREMIERE OF _THE CASUAL TREE WARD _BY ROBERT HAWKES Convergence-continuum presents the world premiere of _The Casual Tree Ward _by Cleveland playwright Robert Hawkes._ _The goddess Freyja (or is she?) is tending Yggdrasil, the World Ash Tree (or is it?), trying to protect it from ever increasing drought. Should she continue to refuse the help of the feisty, amorous water bearer? Does the world really depend on this single tree, or is this a self-generating myth? All is made clear (or is it?) when Odin, the One-Eyed God (or is he?) shows up to resolve all questions and save us all (or can he?). _The Casual Tree Ward _is directed by Susan Soltis. The cast features actors Andrea Belser, James Rankin, and David Munnell. _The Casual Tree Ward _opens this Friday, Aug 24 and runs Thurs-Sat at 8 pm through Sept 15 at the Liminis Theater, 2438 Scranton Rd, in Cleveland’s historic Tremont neighborhood. Fri & Sat tickets are $20 general admission, $15 seniors (65+), $10 students. Thurs discount tickets are $15, $12 and $8. _ _ Reservations and information at convergence-continuum.org [1]. Links: ------ [1] http://convergence-continuum.org

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OLMSTED PERFORMING ARTS DANCE CLASSES!!! BALLET, CONTEMPORARY, JAZZ, HIP HOP, TAP, LYRICAL
by Heather Dennen 21 Aug '18

21 Aug '18

Olmsted Performing Arts is a dance studio centered around the mission of providing students top level instruction in technique and artistry from the highest caliber teachers in the area. We offer classes for ages 2-adult in ballet, contemporary, jazz, hip hop, tap and lyrical. At OPA every class is centered on a solid technical foundation that is age and level appropriate. In every class our dancers are challenged technically, mentally and artistically to develop into the best performing artists they can be. Our faculty includes instructors who have ballet company credits, international dance tour credits, elite certification credits, choreography award credits and much more to their names. Our faculty is dedicated to sharing their passion for dance with the next generation and using their extensive knowledge and experience to train students to be the best they can be. OPA faculty is constantly performing and continuing their own dance education to guarantee our students are receiving the most up to date and relevant training. For complete course guide and registration information go to www.olmstedperformingarts.com

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Wow another cool new 360 video we made
by Dennis Van Crash 21 Aug '18

21 Aug '18

** Check out another cool 360 video below. ------------------------------------------------------------ We are going to play 5 new songs Friday, August 24 at Shaker's Tavern Yeah we've been bustin' our butts learning new songs and you're gonna dig it. To get you ready we made another 360 video, this one is the song "So It Seems" from our latest release. Spin us around and make us dizzy. https://youtu.be/YTOD9sMXPmk Vanity Crash performing "So It Seems" in 360 video. Friday, August 24, 8pm at Sharker's Tavern. It is just us, outside under the stars, rockin' out 34 songs. Plus we'll be doing a full David Bowie set with three new Bowie songs we've never played at Shaker's. ** Huge thanks to everyone who was part of Bowieokie. ------------------------------------------------------------ It was an excellent night at Bowieoke with fans coming up on stage to sing Bowie songs Karaoke style, solo artists giving David's songs a more intimate treatment and the bands that rocked it out. Check out the photos here https://www.flickr.com/photos/coolcleveland/sets/72157694869146291. Friday, August 24 at 8pm Shaker's Tavern - 2350 Brookpark Rd, 44134 NO COVER, 21+ ============================================================ ** (http://www.facebook.com/VanityCrash) ** (http://www.youtube.com) ** (http://www.VanityCrash.com) ** (mailto:vanitycrash@vanitycrash.com)

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Berko review: DOWN BY CONTACT @ Playwrights Local and Dobama
by Roy Berko 21 Aug '18

21 Aug '18

*•••••••••••••••••••••••••••* *Capsule judgment: “Down By Contact” exposes the audience to an important present-day issue: the effects of head trauma on athletes. It also vividly shows the effects of CTE and how the National Football League tried to avoid responsibility for a lack of protection of the players. The script itself needs some refining and further development. * *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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Calling all dancers, ages 18+, all styles and all levels!
by Anna Cerveny 21 Aug '18

21 Aug '18

*CALLING ALL DANCERS, AGES 18+, ALL STYLES AND ALL LEVELS WELCOME!!!* Auditions for our Season 3 Showcase (December 8, tentatively at Cleveland Heights High School, 3pm & 7pm, with mandatory tech & dress from 5-9pm Thursday & Friday Dec 6&7) are this SUNDAY AUGUST 26, 1:00pm at Green Rehearsal Room in Playhouse Square. *PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AS SPACE IS LIMITED!* More details on the tentative rehearsal schedule, who our 18 choreographers are, and registration can be found at: www.clevelanddanceproject.com/auditions.html If you are interested in being in Rachel Soucie's jazzy pointe piece to Cell Block Tango or Liane Fortino's musical theater piece to Stuff Like That There by Bette Midler,* email us a short video of you doing that style by THURSDAY to clevelanddanceproject(a)gmail.com <clevelanddanceproject(a)gmail.com>* If you are not able to make auditions, e-mail us with an audition video by Sunday August 26 at 4pm and we will see if we can cast you. If you have any other questions, feel free to reach out! Anna Cerveny Director Cleveland Dance Project 440.725.7778 clevelanddanceproject(a)gmail.com web <http://www.clevelanddanceproject.com> / facebook <http://www.facebook.com/clevelanddanceproject>/ instagram <https://www.instagram.com/clevelanddanceproject/?hl=en> / auditions <http://www.clevelanddanceproject.com/auditions.html>

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Jazz under the Stars: Moustache Yourself, Sat., August 25, 7pm, Medina
by Thomas Sigel 21 Aug '18

21 Aug '18

Ohio Regional Music Arts and Cultural Outreach (ORMACO) closes out its free summer concert series with Akron-based Moustache Yourself on Saturday, August 25 at 7pm in Medina's Uptown Park. Gypsy jazz, also known as gypsy swing, hot club jazz, or by the French name, “Jazz Manouche,” is a style of jazz music made famous by guitarist Django Reinhardt in the 1930s. Its infectious rhythm and entrancing melodies will capture your soul and transport you to a different time and place. The group includes an all-star lineup of musicians that maintain active and diverse performance careers with many prestigious acts such as Cleveland Jazz Orchestra, Ernie Krivda’s Big Band, Wesley Bright, The Admirables and many more. Musicians are: Brad Wagner (clarinet), Brent Hamker (electric guitar), Jeremy Jones (acoustic guitar), and Matthew DeRubertis (double bass). Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and picnics. In the event of rain, the concert will be held at The United Church of Christ, 217 East Liberty Street, Medina OH 44256. For more information, visit ormaco.org or call 330-722-2541.

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Prelude2Cinema wants to turn Starving Artists 2 Working Artists
by alexpmichaels＠prelude2cinema.com 21 Aug '18

21 Aug '18

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Brecksville Music Studio
by Rachael Fasano 20 Aug '18

20 Aug '18

Brecksville Music Studio is now accepting new students! We are located at 8865 Brecksville Rd, Brecksville, OH 44141, across the parking lot from Starbucks. Students of all ages and skill levels will be matched with a highly qualified instructor who will cater to their individual goals and needs. Visit our Facebook page for more information. To set up an appointment or speak with an instructor please contact us at (440) 526-9350. https://www.facebook.com/brecksvillemusicstudio/

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Arts Radio Network announces new theater podcast
by Caroline Breder-Watts 20 Aug '18

20 Aug '18

ShakerHeights, OH – Arts Radio Network, parent company of the Arts Radio NetworkTheatre Project and a longtime presence in the South Florida arts community, ispleased to announce the creation of a new podcast. On theBoards will be dedicated exclusively to the vibrant Northeast Ohio theatercommunity. Hosted by veteran public media host Caroline Breder-Watts, thepodcast will feature interviews and discussions with the movers and shakers oftheater companies throughout the region. In addition, On the Boardswill have two regular features: · Timesteps: The Northeast Ohio TheatreOral History Project– modeled after the beloved NPR series StoryCorps,Timesteps are intimate conversationsbetween the leaders of theater companies, initiatives and partnerships thathave been in NE Ohio for more than 10 years. The recordings will be archived at www.artsradionetwork.com and will providea historical record of theater in the region. · Sound and Effect – ARNTP’s Artistic Director JohnWatts will discuss the many facets of radio drama and overall theatrical sound designand speak with experts in the field. Recordingswill take place at Arts Radio Network’s studio in Shaker Heights, and the firstpodcast is scheduled to drop on 10/1/18. For more information, contact Caroline Breder-Watts at cfbwatts(a)yahoo.com. Please also visit our website, www.artsradionetwork.com,to learn about the company and hear clips from past interviews andperformances. Caroline Breder-Watts216-630-3326www.artsradionetwork.comFollow me on Twitter @artsradio

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