September 2018 - NEohioPAL - lists.neohiopal.org

Stocker Arts Center Hosts “From Grit to Glimmer: Generations of Stories Told Through Metal”
by Allison Jack 20 Sep '18

20 Sep '18

Stocker Arts Center Hosts “From Grit to Glimmer: Generations of Stories Told Through Metal” Lorain County Community College’s Stocker Arts Center hosts an Artists' Reception for the “From Grit to Glimmer: Generations of Stories Told Through Metal” from 4-7 p.m. on Thursday, September 27, with the show open through Friday, November 16. The exhibit will include sculptures from four generations of the Schmidt family. Jerry Schmidt is an abstract metal sculptor who learned the art from his father, Fred Schmidt. Fred Schmidt was a well-known metal sculptor in Cleveland. Jerry Schmidt now works in his studio with his son Tyler Schmidt, and his grandson, Nathan Schmidt. They create large and small works in steel, stainless steel, aluminum and copper. To learn more, visit www.schmidtsculpture.com<http://www.schmidtsculpture.com>. Thomas Hudson, who graduated from the Cooper School of Art, in Cleveland, Ohio, with a certificate in production art, showcases oil paintings and drawings in the exhibit. The slow drying time of oil paint allows him to be meticulous and patient in painting realistic details with fidelity. As an artist, his desire is to achieve a natural realism with his paintings. To learn more, visit www.thomashudsonart.com<http://www.thomashudsonart.com>. For more information on the exhibit, contact Beth Bryan or visit www.lorainccc.edu/stocker/beth-k-stocker-art-gallery<http://www.lorainccc.edu/stocker/beth-k-stocker-art-gallery>. The reception is free and open to the public. Gallery hours are 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Mondays through Fridays and during select Stocker Arts Center events. Lorain County Community College is located at 1005 N. Abbe Road, Elyria, Ohio. Parking on campus is free. Allison Jack Writer & Project Coordinator | Marketing & Communications Lorain County Community College (440) 366-7082

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Up to $800: Direct Booking - Columbus Hair Show Models Needed
by Ariona Beninato 20 Sep '18

20 Sep '18

Seeking female models ages 18-45 for a hair show in Columbus October 6th-8th. Rate is up to $800 minus 20% agency fee. Direct Booking. ALL ETHNICITIES, HEIGHTS, & HAIR COLORS NO WEAVES / WIGS / EXTENSIONS / BRAIDS / RELAXED / BRAZILIAN BLOW OUTS -- they will be styling + cutting your natural hair The style, cut, & color will be determined by the artists + models. If you're interested in more info please submit your info, name, age, height, contact number, and three photos to info(a)collectivecasting.co *Thank you!*

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Beck Center SHREK Auditions this Sunday and Monday!! Appts. still available.
by Scott Spence 20 Sep '18

20 Sep '18

Beck Center in Lakewood, OH is pleased to announce auditions for… *SHREK the Musical* Open Call Auditions by Appointment Only will be held on *Sunday, September 23rd* and *Monday,* *September 24th* at Beck Center. You may procure your appointment by calling Beck Center at 216-521-2540 x10 *“Shrek”* is Beck’s Holiday offering this year, and runs from Dec. 7th thru Jan, 6th on the Main Stage. Rehearsal process will likely begin in late October. All roles are available except the title role. They include Princess Fiona, Donkey, Lord Farquaad as well as Dragon and MANY amazing character roles. Role doubling is integral to the process, so all actors will have a good deal of stage opportunity. Specific roles can be found below, although doubling will be tbd. There are Two AEA (SPT Tier Four) contracts, one of which will be used for Shrek. The other contract will undoubtedly fall to one of the above-mentioned characters. All non-AEA performers are also compensated for their participation provided they are at least 18 years old. *EMC points WILL be available for this production.* Actors can anticipate 10 weeks *EMC* for participation in *“Shrek”* which is nearly half of what is required for AEA membership. *PREPARATION*: Please prepare one musical theatre selection not to exceed 90 seconds. Bring sheet music in your key. An accompanist will be provided. Dance calls will occur as part of the callback process. Please try to arrive 15 minutes prior to your appointment time slot to fill out a brief audition form. Resume’ and Headshot are requested but not required. *ROLES:* With the exception of two children’s roles, the appropriate age range for this show is 16 to 50. As previously mentioned, most of the Ensemble is double if not triple cast (other than Shrek, Adult Fiona, Donkey and Farquaad) Please direct any questions to *scottdavidspence(a)gmail.com <scottdavidspence(a)gmail.com>* However, appointments are only taken by calling 216-521-2540 x10 *ROLES* · Shrek (an Ogre) {*This role has already been cast*} · Adult Fiona (20 to 30) Mezzo w/ strong upper range. Spirited and confident. Definitely Shrek’s match. · Farquaad (30 to 45) Bari-Tenor {Actor spends entire show on knees so must be in good physical condition!} · Donkey (20 to 40) Bari-Tenor w/ strong upper range. Great comedic ability. · Dragon/Doubling (20 to 50) Gospel belt · *Ensemble*: {Includes} Gingy/Sugar Plum Fairy, Pinocchio, Big Bad Wolf, Three Little Pigs, White Rabbit, Fairy Godmother, Peter Pan, Wicked Witch, Ugly Duckling, Three Bears, Mad Hatter, Humpty Dumpty, Grumpy Dwarf, Elf, Mama and Papa Ogre, Three Blind Mice, Pied Piper, Young Shrek (age range 8 to 12), Young Fiona (age range 8 to 12), Teen Fiona (age range 13 to 16), Knights, Guards, Rats, Bishop and Citizens of Dulac. *This is not only an amazingly fun show to perform but carries many wonderful features for the myriad character actors, including vocal solos. MANY great opportunities to let your own Freak Flags fly!!*

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Only 4 more chances to see "The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time" at Weathervane Playhouse
by Fred Gloor 20 Sep '18

20 Sep '18

"sensitive yet bold direction" - Kerry Clawson, The Akron Beacon Journal - https://www.ohio.com/akron/entertainment/arts/curious-incident-at-weatherva… "one of the most intriguing productions to come our way in a long time" - David Ritchey, The West Side Leader http://www.akron.com/akron-ohio-entertainment-news.asp?aID=38632 A brilliant, must-see production - Audience member Who will solve the mystery of "The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time?" Weathervane Playhouse to present 2015 Tony Award-Winner. AKRON- Weathervane Playhouse presents The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, the 2015 Tony Award-Winner for best play, through September 23 in our Founders Theater. Show times are Thursdays through Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2:30 p.m. There is also one school matinee on September 19 at 10:00 a.m. with a special student/teacher price of $7. Tickets for all other production dates range from $10-$22 and can be purchased by calling 330-836-2626 or going to www.weathervaneplayhouse.com<http://www.weathervaneplayhouse.com>. It is 7 minutes after midnight, and Christopher stands beside his neighbor's dead dog, Wellington, who has been speared with a garden fork. Finding himself under suspicion, Christopher is determined to solve the mystery of who murdered Wellington. 15-year old Christopher has an extraordinary brain: He is exceptional at mathematics but ill-equipped to interpret everyday life. He has never ventured alone beyond the end of his road, he detests being touched, and he distrusts strangers. He carefully records each fact of the crime. But his detective work, forbidden by his father, takes him on a thrilling journey that forever changes his world. Adapted for the stage by Simon Stephens from the novel by Mark Haddon, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time has won 7 Olivier Awards, the 2015 Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Play, the 2015 Outer Critics Circle Award for Outstanding New Broadway Play, and the 2015 Tony Award for Best Play. This production is directed by Melanie YC Pepe, Weathervane's Chief Executive Artistic Director, who says of the show: "For many people on the autism spectrum, experiencing our world is a lot like Christopher's view of prime numbers. He says: 'Prime numbers are what is left when you have taken all the patterns away. I think prime numbers are like life. They are very logical but you could never work out the rules, even if you spent all your time thinking about them.' "Imagine the challenge: You can't identify the hidden curriculum of social interactions by reading body language, tone of voice and facial expressions. Sounds are too loud, lights too bright, and everything that touches you is uncomfortable, hurts or feels like an aggressive action. Imagine living in that world; learning in that world; or working in that world..." The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time is presented through special arrangement with Dramatists Play Service. THE CAST MAXWELL REES Christopher GRACE MITRI Siobhan RICHARD WORSWICK Ed JEANNIE CLARKSON Judy LAURA STITT Voice One/Mrs. Shears/Gascoyne (and others) SCOTT K. DAVIS Voice Two/Roger Shears (and others) STEPHEN PFISTER Voice Three/Policeman (and others) JOHN ZIDO Voice Four/Rev. Peters (and others) ALLISON KUMP Voice Five/No. 40/Punk Girl (and others) HARRIET DeVETO Voice Six/Mrs. Alexander (and others) THE CREATIVE TEAM MELANIE YC PEPE Director KEVIN LAMBES Assistant Director/Choreographer TIFFANY BIRD Stage Manager CHUCK RICHIE Voice and Dialect Coach BARBARA TROTTER Properties Designer CHRISTOPHER PEPE Sound Designer JASEN J. SMITH Costume Designer RICHARD MORRIS, JR. Scenic Designer/Lighting Designer/Technical Director DENISE ELETICH Projection Designer KATHY KOHL Assistant Technical Director KELLIE ROSSINI Master Electrician Weathervane Playhouse's 2018-2019 Season Support Provided by: Aimee Lambes Photography Akron Community Foundation The Akron/Summit Convention and Visitors Bureau Beatrice K. McDonald Family Fund of Akron Community Foundation Best Buy Bridgestone Americas Foundation Clear Gold Audio and Lighting Mary and Dr. George L. Demetros Charitable Trust Margaret Dietz The Char and Chuck Fowler Family Foundation Corinne L. Dodero Foundation for the Arts & Sciences Fairlawn Area Chamber of Commerce GAR Foundation The Gay Community Endowment Fund of Akron Community Foundation Helen Fleming Kenneth L. Calhoun Charitable Trust (KeyBank, Trustee) The John A. McAlonan Fund of Akron Community Foundation The Mary S. and David C. Corbin Foundation Maynard Family Foundation Kohmann Bosshard Financial Services, LLC Bill and Ann Lowery Fund Northeast Ohio Boomer and Beyond Magazine Ohio Arts Council OMNOVA Solutions Foundation The M.G. O'Neill Foundation Peg's Foundation Charles F. and Mabel M. Ritchie Memorial Foundation SeibertKeck Insurance Partners Lloyd L. and Louse K. Smith Memorial Foundation Jean P Stevens Fund of Akron Community Foundation Roush Memorial Fund of Akron Community Foundation The Weathervane Playhouse Volunteer Guild The Welty Family Foundation The Estate of Vaughn Austin L. R. Wilcox Charitable Fund WKSU 89.7 FM ###

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OPA FREE WEEK!! OVER 60 CLASSES AVAILABLE! SEPT 24-29
by Heather Dennen 20 Sep '18

20 Sep '18

Olmsted Performing Arts is excited to announce Free Week September 24-29. Over 60 classes in dance, theater, music, gymnastics, film and art available to try. Ages 18 month-adult. Try as many classes as you would like, all completely free! Raffles and special prizes all week! Come create with us! For a complete list of our Free Week eligible classes visits www.olmstedperformingarts.com/free-week

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Wonderful Life Auditions
by Tim Shamburger 20 Sep '18

20 Sep '18

Upcoming Auditions at 82nd Street Theatre For *A Wonderful Life* A Rodgers and Hammerstein musical adaptation of the movie *It’s a Wonderful Life* SHOW DATES December 6-8, 2018 *Auditioning students in Grade 4 through College* Monday, October 8, 2018 6 PM to 9 PM OR Tuesday, October 9, 2018 6 PM to 9 PM Director Jim Church Our auditions are held with all actors together. It is a relaxed atmosphere and we ask that students stay for the whole time. Please be prepared to sing up to 32 bars of a show tune or Disney song acapella and you will do some reading from the script. Auditions at Abundant Life Community Church 10143 Royalton Road, Suite N and O North Royalton, OH 44133 440-877-1202 Alcc.cc Fill Out an Online Form at Eventbrite Registration <https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wonderful-life-auditions-registration-50044040…> Find more information here: http://alcc.cc/audition Also find a Printed Audition Form to download there. Direct inquiries to *82(a)alcc.cc <82(a)alcc.cc>*

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UA Theatre’s Fall Mainstage Production of Big Love
by Arts Administration 20 Sep '18

20 Sep '18

UA THEATRE’S FALL MAINSTAGE PRODUCTION OF *BIG LOVE* Charles Mee’s *Big Love *takes the stage at UA this fall Akron, OH – The University of Akron (UA) Theatre program begins its 2018-19 season with Charles Mee’s *Big Love*. Directed by James Slowiak, UA Professor of Theatre, the play features a diverse cast of 15 students including many new UA theatre majors. Performance dates for *Big Love *are October 25-27 & November 1-3 at 7:30 P.M. and October 28 & November 3 at 2:00 P.M. All performances take place in Sandefur Theatre in Guzzetta Hall, 157 University Avenue on The University of Akron campus. Tickets are $10 for general admission and $5 for UA students. For reservations, email administration.arts(a)gmail.com or call the ticket office at (330) 972-7895. UA theatre alumni are encouraged to attend the production on Alumni Night, October 26, when they and one guest will be admitted for the student price of $5. For more information on all show events, visit www.uakron.edu/dtaa/performances. *Big Love *is a contemporary retelling of Aeschylus’ *The Suppliants*, long thought to be the oldest surviving play script. This tale of 50 brides running away from their 50 grooms is staged in a bold physical style. The play’s provocative themes include immigration, gender roles, and sexual oppression. *Big Love*promises to be a rich and rollicking adventure for both actors and spectators. The Theatre Arts Program at The University of Akron equips undergraduate and graduate students with a broad knowledge of theatre arts and fundamental practical skills in order to prepare them to address the emerging issues and challenges of the theatre profession and a diverse and vibrant society. The Theatre Arts Program provides high quality educational and artistic experiences that enhance the cultural lives of all students at The University of Akron, as well as the residents of the greater Akron community and the Northeast Ohio region. -- *Graduate Assistant* School of Dance, Theatre, and Arts Administration The University of Akron Akron, OH 44325 Phone: (330) 972.7895 Website: uakron.edu/dtaa <http://www.uakron.edu/dtaa> Facebook: facebook.com/TheArtsStartHere <http://www.facebook.com/TheArtsStartHere> Instagram: *instagram.com/artsstarthere/ <http://instagram.com/artsstarthere/>* Twitter: twitter.com/ArtsStartHere

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THE GIFTS OF THE MAGI AUDITIONS COMING UP!
by fctheatre 20 Sep '18

20 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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'Little Shop of Horrors' is coming to Cassidy in Two Weeks!
by The Cassidy Theatre 20 Sep '18

20 Sep '18

Presented By Cassidy Theatre Directed By – Mike Caraffi Musical Direction – Bryan Bird Choreography – Kristin Netzband October 5th - 21st: Fridays/Saturday @ 8:00 p.m. Sundays @ 3:00 p.m. Reserved Seating - for tickets, either call/come in during regular business hours, or online by following link: https://cassidytheatre.ticketleap.com/littleshop/ or (440) 842 - 4600, M-T-Th-F 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Synopsis: A deviously delicious Broadway and Hollywood sci-fi smash musical, Little Shop of Horrors has devoured the hearts of theatre goers for well over 30 years. The meek floral assistant Seymour Krelborn stumbles across a new breed of plant he names “Audrey II” – after his coworker crush. This foul mouthed, R&B singing carnivore promises unending fame and fortune to the down and out Krelborn as long as he keeps feeding it BLOOD. Over time, Seymour discovers Audrey II’s out of the world origins and intent towards global domination! Howard Ashman and Alan Menken are the creative geniuses behind what has become one of the most popular shows across the globe!

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Hands on a Hardbody Auditions
by Will C Crosby 20 Sep '18

20 Sep '18

Hands on a Hardbody at Hudson Players Auditions are about a month and a half away but that gives you plenty of time to sign up and prepare for your audition! Did I mention this is a REGIONAL PREMIERE! And that we are renting the original truck from BROADWAY! This show has Racial and Age diversity! 15 amazing roles, a true ensemble show! Also accepting any and all video auditions if you cannot make auditions or callbacks! Sign up today: https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/10c0d4fafa629abf85-hands

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