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Auditions for BENT!!
by Avenue Arts Marketplace & Theatre 24 Sep '18

24 Sep '18

Avenue Arts Marketplace & Theatre announces auditions for BENT Located at 324 Cleveland Ave. NW Canton, Ohio 44702 SYNOPSIS: In 1934 Berlin on the eve of the Nazi incursion, Max, a grifter and his lover Rudy are recovering from a night of debauchery with a SA trooper. Two soldiers burst into the apartment and slit their guest's throat, beginning a nightmare odyssey through Nazi Germany. Ranked lower on the human scale than Jews, the men as awoved homosexuals, flee. Desperate and on the run, Max asks his own "discreetly" homosexual Uncle Freddie for help as the older man offers little more than suggestions on how to live, as he does, practicing homosexuality on the side. Attempting their escape, Rudy is beaten to death as Horst, another homosexual prisoner, warns Max to deny his lover. Taken to a death camp at Dachau, Max and Horst branded with the "pink triangle", hope to survive with each other for comfort and courage but it is not to be. "Bent" is presented by special arrangement with SAMUEL FRENCH, INC. Directed by: Jared Sparks Stage Manager: Olivia King Auditions will be held on Sunday, October 21st, and Wednesday October 24th from 7-9pm All auditioners are asked to come prepared to cold read from the script. We also ask that you bring a current headshot and resume with you to auditions. Rehearsals will begin on October 28th and will generally take place Sun-Thurs (lighter rehearsals toward the beginning. Heavier in December) Performances: January 4th, 5th, 11th, and 12th at 8pm and January 6th at 2pm. CHARACTERS: Max (Male, 30s) - homosexual "wheeler dealer" who leads a dissolute life of drink, drugs, and sporadic sex until the horros of Nazi Germany intervene and effectively put an end to his hedonistic alcoholic life style; a tormented individual, tortured by the memory of his reprehensible actions, but never loses his basic humanity; not at all a coward, but rather a pragmatist. Horst (Male, 20s) - relatively muscular physique and a kind nature; a "pink triange", incarcerated in the death camps of Dacheu because of his homosexuality; a sensitive man, strongly affected by Max's torment. Rudy (Male, 30s) - bespectacled, homosexual dancer; rather gushy, effusive, homebody type who has a great love for Max and his precious household plants; tends to become a trifle hysterical at times. Greta (Male, late 30s) - a man dressed as a woman in a silver dress, top hat and cane; presents an appearance that is at once elegant and bizarre; tough, practical proprietor of a gay nightclub who entertains patrons by singing in a smoky seductive voice; Nazis' rise to power sends him back to his wife and kids. Uncle Freddie (Male, 50s) - aristocratic, well-dressed; Max's uncle, a "closet fluff" Wolf (Male, 30s) - gay man picked up by Max one drunken evening. (Possible Nudity) Ensemble (Male, 20-60) - Guards, Officers, Prisoners, Captains. TO SIGN UP, PLEASE VISIT: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b0c4bafa82ca3fe3-bent <https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b0c4bafa82ca3fe3-bent> All questions should be directed to avenueartstheatre(a)gmail.com <mailto:avenueartstheatre@gmail.com>

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Auditions for IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE!!
by Avenue Arts Marketplace & Theatre 24 Sep '18

24 Sep '18

Avenue Arts Marketplace & Theatre announces auditions for IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE Avenue Arts Marketplace & Theatre is located at 324 Cleveland Ave. NW Canton Ohio 44702 SYNOPSIS: In our American culture It's a Wonderful Life has become almost as familiar as Dickens' A Christmas Carol. The story is a natural for a stage adaptation: the saga of George Bailey, the Everyman from the small town of Bedford Falls, whose dreams of escape and adventure have been quashed by family obligation and civic duty, whose guardian angel has to descent on Christmas Eve to save him from despair and to remind him—by showing him what the world would have been like had he never been born—that his has been, after all, a wonderful life. This faithful adaptation has all your favorite characters: George and Mary Hatch, Clarence, Uncle Billy, Violet, and, of course, the Scrooge-like villain, Mr. Potter. This fine dramatization not only celebrates the faith of the season, it also celebrates the American philosophy of life: hard work, fair play and the love and support of one's family and community will be rewarded. Directed By: Julie Connair Auditions will be held October 16th and 17th from 7-9pm All auditioners are asked to come prepared to cold read from the script. We also ask that you bring a current headshot and resume with you to auditions. Rehearsals will begin October 21st and will generally be held Sunday-Thursday. Show dates are December 14th, 15th, 21st, and 22nd at 8pm and December 16th at 2pm. CHARACTERS: ***THE ROLE OF GEORGE BAILEY HAS ALREADY BEEN CAST*** Clarence Odbody (Male, Any age) - A-S-2 (Angel Second Class) Mr. Gower (Male, 35-50) - proprietor of the corner drug store Young George (Male, 10-12) - George as a young boy Harry Bailey (Male, 25-35) - George's younger brother Mother Bailey (Female, late 50s/60s) - a very kind and understanding woman Aunt Tilly (Female, 50-70) - Uncle Billy's wife Violet Peterson (Female, 20-40) - proprietor of the beauty salon Bert (Male, 25-40) - a patrolman Ernie (Male, 25-40) - a mail carrier Uncle Billy (Male, 50-70) - George's uncle and business partner Mary Hatch (later Mary Bailey) (Female, 35-50) - George's loving wife Henry F. Potter (Male, 40-60) - owns practically the entire town Mr. Potter's Goon (Male, 40-60) - ever-present with Mr. Potter Mr. Potter's Secretary (Female, 30-50) - ever-faithful to Mr. Potter Mrs. Hatch (Female, 50-70) - Mary's Mother Sam Wainwright (Male, 20-35) - a financially successful young man Miss Andrews (Female, 20+) - a townsperson Mrs. Thompson (Female, 20+) - a townsperson Mr. Martini (Male, 20-40) - proprietor of a bar Mrs. Martini (Female, 20-40) - Mr. Martini's wife Miss Carter (Female, 20-40) - a bank examiner Newspaper Boy (Male, 8-10) Pete Bailey (Male, 10-12) - George's son Tommy Bailey (Male, 8-10) - George's son Zuzu Bailey (Female, 6-8) - George's daughter Mr. Welch (Male, 25-40) - the schoolteacher's husband Janie Bailey (Female, 8-10) - George's daughter ***Doubling possible for Young George and Pete Bailey ***Doubling possible for Tommy Bailey and Newspaper Boy ***Other Doubling Possible, if necessary TO SIGN UP PLEASE VISIT: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b0c4bafa82ca3fe3-its <https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b0c4bafa82ca3fe3-its> Email all questions to avenueartstheatre(a)gmail.com <mailto:avenueartstheatre@gmail.com>

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CASTING CALL FOR CIA - SHORT FILM
by Emily Flory 24 Sep '18

24 Sep '18

THE WOOD NYMPH – CASTING CALL We are a small digital cinema class at The Cleveland Institute of Art creating a short, modern adaptation of the Hans Christian Andersen fairytale, “The Wood Nymph.” This story follows the wood nymph, who is stuck in her tree, as she desperately longs to break free of her natural setting and experience the city. She is transported after a moon beam grants her one night in the city with the repercussion that she can not return to her natural oasis and will only live for the one night. She is exposed to varying strange scenarios in the overwhelming city until her death at the end of the night. This short film will be a contemporary portrait of Cleveland. Because we are working with little to no budget, we are unable to compensate for these roles, but we plan to promote multiple screenings and exhibitions which will benefit both our practices and portfolios. Food and refreshments will be provided on set. We hope that you will find interest in this project and help us bring it to life! Auditions will take place on Friday, September 28, 2–5PM @ The Cleveland Institute of Art, Screening Room 321 RSVP Required: Please email elflory(a)student.cia.edu We are holding an open casting call for the following characters: Dryad (Wood Nymph): Main character, seemingly innocent, but with desire and guts, knowledge of nature, intuitive Age: 20s, Female. Personality: independent, curious, adventurous, determined. Days needed on set: 5–7 Moon Beam: mysterious, magical, wood spirit, journey guide, brutally honest, narrates actions throughout the film. Also acts as chauffeur and landlord. Age: 18+ Gender: Open to various interpretations Days needed on set: 2–3 Eccentric Father Figure: drunkard, domineering, erratic, womanizer, Has to be able to chop down trees in the night Has to be able to story tell Outfit: regular day clothes Male, 40+, Days needed on set: 2 Marie: Rich city woman, comes from nature and is idolized by the Dryad. Her character arch foreshadows fate of the Dryad. Age: 30+ Outfit: Fancy dress Days needed on set: 2 Rats (2x): Aging businessmen longing for industrialized past, disheveled and ungroomed Age: 50-60s, Gender: white male Outfit: tattered suits Days needed on set: 1 Dance partner: coy, gentleman, smooth, classy, Age: early 20’s Outfit: Tux or three-piece suit Days needed on set: 1 Hesitant couple: typical just-married couple, able to argue like they’re married. Outfit: hip city attire Days needed on set: 1

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KENNELLY review: THE WOMAN IN BLACK @ The Cleveland Play House (Laura Kennelly)
by Laura Kennelly 24 Sep '18

24 Sep '18

The actors are a delight, always convincing. But there’s something a bit too genteel at times. It is hard to scare an audience used to film horror, a genre which seems to outdo itself every year with zombies, heaps of gore, and psychopathic characters. BOTTOM LINE: Not as scary as current horror films, but a beautifully acted, super-British piece (that means, its hauntings and threats of ghostly retaliations are extremely subtle). Maybe that’s enough. Full review at: https://coolcleveland.com/2018/09/theater-review-woman-black-cleveland-play…

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MODEL CASTING CALL - DANCE MEETS FASHION HOLIDAY GALA
by LAKESHORE BALLET THEATRE 24 Sep '18

24 Sep '18

MODEL CASTING CALL Requirements - 10 female and 10 male models ages 16 to 24 for Holiday Gala Dance Meets fashion show at Crocker Park in Westlake on November 28th at 6 p.m. Great opportunity for up and coming models to build portfolio. Will receive pictures for portfolio. Bring headshot & resume. Casting Date: Sunday October 14th at 2 p.m. Location: 1180 Jaycox Road in Avon, Ohio at Trutek Dance Company Dress Code: Tank top, heels & jeans. Audition Fee - $10.00 For additional questions, please email at bonjor72(a)aol.com or contact by phone or text at 440-503-2974.

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Near West Theatre looking for male leads and male company members for CARNIVAL.
by Kelcie Dugger 24 Sep '18

24 Sep '18

Roles available are Paul, the leading romantic lead and Jacquot, his loveable sidekick. These roles are central to the plot of Carnival and include working and voicing the four puppets Carrot Top (a red haired boy), Horrible Henry (a walrus), Marguerite (an opera diva) and Renardo (a thieving fox). Paul in particular must be played by a complex and dramatic actor, baritone. Jacquot is a versatile triple threat role requiring lots of heart and ideally a great dancer. Baritone also. Another male role available is the boss of the Carnival, Schlegel, a mid-aged to older German whip-cracker of a character. If you have a proven track record playing principal roles, please call director Bob Navis Jr at 216 281 6879, or 216- 219 4627 immediately. We are already in our first week of rehearsals. All older teen and adult males looking to join our company should call to arrange an audition. CARNIVAL plays four weekends, Nov 16 through Dec 9.

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Wednesday is the first Full Circle Storytelling Open Mic of 2018 - 2019 Season! Prompt: MISSION IMPOSSIBLE
by Wandering Aesthetics 24 Sep '18

24 Sep '18

Wandering Aesthetics, Jilly’s Music Room and The Akronist are thrilled to announce the first Full Circle Storytelling open mic of the 2017 – 2018 season! This Full Circle event will be held on Wednesday, September 26 from 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm at Jilly’s Music Room located at 111 N Main St. • Akron, OH 44308. ABOUT THE EVENT "The importance of Full Circle cannot be overstated… Storytelling is such a healing and loving way to share with your community.” – Jennifer Betz Open to all, Full Circle Storytelling events revolve around a prompt and the idea: everyone has a story. Sign up to tell a true story inspired by the evening’s prompt or just come to enjoy the evening! (No experience necessary.) Co-hosted by Wandering Aesthetics, Jilly's Music Room and The Akronist, this intimate evening of storytelling will conjure the spirit of community. Stories range from heart wrenching to hysterical – and everywhere in-between! Full Circle Storytelling is FREE and OPEN to the public. THE PROMPT: 'Mission Impossible' FEATURED EMCEE: Darrita Davis, President of Stop the Violence Akron Movement Your mission, should you choose to accept it involves infiltrating the first Full Circle Storytelling event of the 2018 - 2019 season. Your rendezvous point is Jilly’s Music Room in Akron’s historic Northside District. Your contact is Agent-of-Influence Darrita Davis (Co-Director Community Outreach, The W.O.M.B. & President, Stop the Violence Akron Movement) who will be disguised as the evening’s emcee. Once you arrive, you may register to share a story about your time in the field. If not, stay to enjoy the debriefing from your fellow storytelling agents. This message will now self-destruct in 5, 4, 3… Registration is encouraged, (especially for storytellers), but not required. To register or for more information, please visit www.watheatre.com/fullcircle <http://www.watheatre.com/fullcircle>, email info(a)watheatre.com <mailto:info@watheatre.com> or call 330.612.3090.

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Sketch Writing 8-Week Workshop with Michael Busch (Upright Citizens Brigade LA, IO West)
by Michael Busch 24 Sep '18

24 Sep '18

*SKETCH COMEDY LEVEL 1* *INTRO TO WRITING* *More info: www.themichaelbusch.com/classes <http://www.themichaelbusch.com/classes>* *In this 8-week course you will learn: * *-Proper script formatting* *-Ways to generate ideas * *-Tips on the writing process* *-How to confidently pitch* *-Writing/revising sketches* *-Practical experience in a writers room setting * *Dates: Thursday evenings 7-9pm starting 10/11* *Duration: 8 weeks* *Location: LaunchHouse - 1406 Westwood Ave Suite 104 Lakewood, OH 44107* *Rate: $200 (Open to installments) - $175 if signed up by 10/01* *To sign up, ask questions, or share Baker Mayfield erotic fan fiction, email michaelbuschclasses at gmail.com <http://gmail.com>* *Limited spots available* *Those who complete Level 1 may sign up for Level 2 Performance Workshop.* *INSTRUCTOR - MICHAEL BUSCH* * Michael Busch is a Cleveland native who has spent over ten years as a working actor, writer, and producer in LA.* *He has studied at The Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre with UCB founders Matt Besser and Matt Walsh, among others. He is a regular performer at UCB; credits include creator of The Midnight Show and producer for 4.5 years, writer/producer on Nick’s Big Talk Show, a monthly live talk show hosted by Nick Thune, and writer/performer on house sketch team Wall of Sound.* *As an actor, Michael has appeared in dozens of national commercials, including a series of spots for Alltel as the Sprint Guy. His television credits include Key & Peele, The Goldbergs, The Middle, Pretty Little Liars, Human Giant, Community, and recurring sketches on Conan.* *He has also written and produced original and branded content for companies such as FunnyorDie, Comedy Central Studios, CollegeHumor, AwesomenessTV, and **Break.com.* -- For class information please visit: https://www.themichaelbusch.com/classes

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AMERICAN LA RONDE @ Baldwin Wallace University, Sept 27 - Oct 7
by sara＠sarawhale.com 24 Sep '18

24 Sep '18

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THE GIFTS OF THE MAGI AUDITIONS in ONE WEEK!
by fctheatre 24 Sep '18

24 Sep '18

French Creek Theatre<http://metroparks.cc/theatre.php> announces auditions for... THE GIFTS OF THE MAGI Music by Randy Courts Lyrics by Mark St. Germain & Randy Courts Directed by Jacqi Loewy Musical Direction by Anthony Trifiletti When you have nothing, what do you give the person who is your everything? Such is the plight of Jim & Della, a young, penniless couple in New York City on Christmas Eve. Searching for the perfect present for one another, they discover the richness of their love despite being poor in means. Taken from the short stories of O. Henry, warm your heart and spirit with The Gifts of the Magi. PERFORMANCES November 30 - December 16, 2018 Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30PM Sundays at 3:00PM AUDITIONS Sunday, September 30 2PM-6PM Monday, October 1 7PM-10PM BY APPOINTMENT Email<mailto:fctheatre@metroparks.cc> or call (440) 949-5200 to reserve a 10-minute slot Callbacks as needed PREPARATION Actors encouraged but not required to bring a resume and headshot. Prepare a Christmas hymn or carol; an accompanist will be provided. Actors may be asked to stay to read from the script. REHEARSALS Beginning October 29 CAST REQUIREMENTS Seeking strong actor/singers. 3 male, 3 female, ages 18+ All actors cast receive a stipend.

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