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Auditions for beginner to professional dancers!
by Anna Cerveny 19 Jan '19

19 Jan '19

Cleveland Dance Project is the area's largest all adult dance organization, and we are holding 2 separate auditions: 1. Professional/pre-professional auditions for *CDP Company TOMORROW Sunday January 20, 1-4pm at Creative Movement Center, Broadview Heights.* CDP Company is a contemporary fusion performance company, starting it's first season in 2019. Dancers must be 18 or older and have a background in ballet, jazz, and hip hop. Contract is a 1 year agreement including company class with training in ballet, jazz, hip hop, improv, and conditioning. Company members will also receive new headshots, injury prevention screens and consultation with company physical therapist, master classes 1-2x/month, and performance opportunities. Please pre-register online to audition: www.clevelanddanceproject.com/cdp-company.html. 2. *All level, open placement auditions for our Season 4 Showcase on Sunday January 27th.* We have 20 AMAZING choreographers ranging from dance styles like jazz, hip hop, contemporary ballet, tap, acrobatics, social dancing and more! The tentative rehearsal schedule is up - each piece only requires a 90 minute/week time commitment! More information at www.clevelanddanceproject.com/auditions.html We will do our best to cast all dancers who attend auditions in at least one piece! All levels welcome, no need to prepare anything, just show up ready to dance on 1/27. Pre-registration is REQUIRED - time slots are filling up quickly. Feel free to e-mail with any questions. clevelanddanceproject(a)gmail.com 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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Auditions for "The Secret Garden"
by Wanda Wareham 19 Jan '19

19 Jan '19

The Secret Garden Book and Lyrics by Marsha Norman Music by Lucy Simon Based on the novel by Frances Hodgson Burnett Directed by Sandy Kosovich Peck Music Direction by Ed Leonard Choreography by Jill Tschetter Auditions - 5 minute timeslots Sunday, March 3, 2019 beginning at 2:00 pm Monday, March 4, 2019 beginning at 7:00 pm Callbacks, Sunday, March 10, 2019 - by invitation only (possible second callback Monday, March 11, 2019 - by invitation only) Rehearsals begin - Sunday, April 7, 2019 Rehearsals will GENERALLY be Sundays 1:00-5:00 pm, Mondays thru Thursdays 6:45-10:00 pm. Production Dates - June 7-23, 2019 (No performance Father's Day June 16, 2019) Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm and Sundays at 2:00 pm. One daytime senior matinee on Wednesday, June 12, 2019. Attendance required. Requirements: - Appointments Needed - 5-minute timeslots - Call Ann Hedger at 440-951-7500 x103 to make your appointment. - Reading from script sides - Come prepared with 16-32 bars of a standard Musical Theatre song. - Bring sheet music in the proper key. - An accompanist will play for all auditioners. - Bring a detailed list of your conflicts beginning April 7, 2019. This includes any school activities/events, sports activities/events and classes you may be taking that would cause you to miss a scheduled rehearsal. All cast members must be available for tech week (June 2-6, 2019) and for all performances, including the daytime senior matinee performance. - Please bring a headshot (school picture or snap shot will do). - Resumes will be accepted (not required). Casting Information: - Needed: Cast of approximately 25-30 - All roles are available. 22 principal roles for adults, 2 principal roles for children, plus ensemble. - Age range is 8 years old-Adult. (must be 8 years old by first rehearsal) - No AEA contracts are available for this production. For complete audition information, visit www.fineartsassociation.org/audition<http://www.fineartsassociation.org/audition> The Fine Arts Association 38660 Mentor Avenue Willoughby, OH 44094 www.fineartsassociation.org<http://www.fineartsassociation.org> Like Us on Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/TheFineArtsAssociation> Follow Us on Twitter<https://twitter.com/TheFineArtsAssn>

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Jazz Funk Today!
by Andrea Belser 19 Jan '19

19 Jan '19

The Rhythm Nation Dance Series from Amalgam Arts & Wellness jumps into 2019 with Jazz Funk! Saturday, January 19th at 1pm (different time from usual!) at the Olmsted Community Center. This funky fresh dance style mixes jazz, hip hop, and soul into a ball of fun. Led by Executive Artistic Director Andrea McCormick, make your new year smooth and funky! Please RSVP at the Facebook link below or send us a message on our website www.AmalgamArtsWellness.com/contact to reserve a spot today! https://www.facebook.com/events/1996869370350516/?ti=cl PS: Amalgam Arts & Wellness is still offering private and semiprivate sessions in acting and dance, and Reiki treatments. Visit our website or follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter to stay in the look of what's up and coming! Sincerely, Andrea Belser McCormick Performance Artist/Instructor and Reiki Practitioner www.AndreaRBelser.com www.AmalgamArtsWellness.com

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Hathaway Brown Theatre Institute Summer 2019 Production Season- MAKE YOUR AUDITION APPOINTMENT TODAY
by Beatrice Katz 18 Jan '19

18 Jan '19

*Hathaway Brown Theatre Institute -* *Summer 2019 Production Season* *Auditions 2/8-2/10, 2/23-2/24* *Oliver!* Book, Music and Lyrics by LIONEL BART Based on the novel OLIVER TWIST By Charles Dickens *June 28 - July 7, 2019* Directed and Choreographed by Bebe Weinberg Katz Music Directed by John Krol Set Design by T. Paul Lowry *A New Brain* Music and Lyrics by William Finn and James Lapine *July 26 - August 4, 2019* Directed by Dan Hendrock Music Directed by John Krol Set Design by T. Paul Lowry *Auditions for 2019 season: * *February 8th (6:30-8:30 pm) Feb 9th (2:30-5:30 pm)* * Feb. 10th(12-3 pm)* *Call backs/A New Brain - Feb.10th (3:30-7 pm)* *Call backs /Oliver!-Feb.23rd (4-6 pm), Feb.24th (1-6 pm)* Email for an appointment: hbti_auditions(a)hb.edu General auditions for the shows will be held together. Callbacks will be held separately. The rehearsal schedule is set so students can be in both shows. Please prepare a one minute memorized musical selection that is character driven and a one minute memorized monologue from a play. Bring sheet music - an accompanist will be provided. There will be dance call for *Oliver* at call backs. *Please Note: to be eligible to participate in this production you must attend at least 1 session of HBTI 2019 Summer Training.* *There is a production fee associated with each show. * *Oliver!* Book, Music and Lyrics by LIONEL BART Based on the novel OLIVER TWIST By Charles Dickens *June 28 - July 7, 2019* Directed and Choreographed by Bebe Weinberg Katz Music Directed by John Krol Set Design by T. Paul Lowry This Tony award-winning musical adaptation of the classic Dickens’ novel springs to life with some of the memorable characters and songs ever to hit the stage; Food Glorious Food, Where Is Love, Consider Yourself and As Long As He Needs Me to name just a few of the songs that earned Lionel Bart the Tony for Best Original Score. OLIVER is one of the few musicals to win an academy award for Best Picture and is widely hailed as a true theatrical masterpiece by actor and audiences alike. About OLIVER!: The streets of Victorian England come to life as Oliver, a malnourished orphan in a workhouse,becomes a neglected apprentice of an undertaker. Oliver escapes to London and finds acceptance among a group of petty thieves and pickpockets lead by elderly Fagin. When Oliver is captured for a theft he did not commit, the benevolent victim, Mr Brownlow, takes him in. Fearing for the safety of his hideout, Fagin employs the sinister Bill Sikes and sympathetic Nancy to kidnap him back, leaving Oliver’s chances of discovering the true love of family. Roles available from grade 3 through college. Oliver Twist Fagin Artful Dodger Bill Sikes Nancy Bet Mr. Bumble Mrs Corney Mr. Sowerberry Charlotte Mrs. Bedwin Mr. Brownlow Old Sally Charley Bates Ensemble Email for an appointment: hbti_auditions(a)hb.edu For addition information go to: *https://www.mtishows.com/oliver <https://www.mtishows.com/oliver>* For more information about HBTI contact Bebe Weinberg Katz at *bkatz(a)hb.edu <bkatz(a)hb.edu>* Or check out our facebook page at: Hathaway Brown Theatre Institute * A New Brain* Music and Lyrics by William Finn and James Lapine *July 26-August 4, 2019 * Directed by Dan Hendrock Music Directed by John Krol Set Design by T. Paul Lowry “...Jaunty with moments of captivating eccentricity.” The New York Times “...apt and original.” The New York Post By the Tony Award winning authors of Falsettos, here is an energetic, sardonic, often comical musical about a composer during a medical emergency. Gordon collapses into his lunch and awakes in the hospital surrounded by his maritime-enthusiast lover, his mother, a co-worker, the doctor and the nurses. Reluctantly, he had been composing a song for a children’s television show that features a frog- Mr. Bungee- and the specter of the this large green character and unfinished work haunts him throughout his medical ordeal. What was thought to be a tumor turns out to be something more operable and Gordon recovers, grateful for a chance to compose the songs he yearns to produce. Roles available from 7th grade through college: Gordon Michael Schwinn A Homeless Lady Rhoda Waitress Mr. Bungee Richard Nancy D Mimi Schwinn Dr Jafar Berensteiner Roger Delli-Bovi The Minister Possible small ensemble of “frogs” Email for an appointment: hbti_auditions(a)hb.edu For additional Information go to: *https://samuelfrench.com/p/217/a-new-brain <https://samuelfrench.com/p/217/a-new-brain>* For more information about HBTI contact Bebe Weinberg Katz at *bkatz(a)hb.edu <bkatz(a)hb.edu>* Or check out our facebook page at: Hathaway Brown Theatre Institute

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Cleveland Play House Theatre Academy offers courses for creative young learners
by Ryan Lucas 18 Jan '19

18 Jan '19

YOUTH OPEN COURSES These courses are for youths who are passionate about drama and would love to learn more. Professional theatre educators and artists provide high-quality and developmentally -appropriate theatre instruction to students at all age levels. For more details on these and all courses offered, visit us at: https://goo.gl/bHMMgM AGES: 3-5 Songs, Stories and Me Young participants will engage in head to toe learning through a gentle exploration of acting and song that will explore emotions and theatrical techniques such as movement, voice, and storytelling as they adapt beloved stories and fairytales. Saturdays / Jan 19-May 4 / 9-9:45am / $200 AGES 5-7 Creative Drama Theatre is about all about collaboration. In this fun and collaborative offering, participants will use short scripted scenes that will encourage the students to listen to their peers, share ideas, and work as a team. This process will also introduce vocal and movement skills to the young actors who will begin a journey of developing their own characters. Families will watch their young performers participate in a collaborative showcase in one of our rehearsal halls at the end of the session. Saturdays / Jan 19-May 4 / 11am-noon / $255 AGES 7-9 Devised Theatre Here, we'll create a short new play! Through repetition and self-review, young performers will build the necessary theatre skills of concentration, focus, memorization, and adaptability. They will have the opportunity to showcase their plays in a collaborative final performance for friends and family in one of our rehearsal halls. Saturdays / Jan 19-May 4 / noon-1pm / $255 _______________________________________________ All classes take place at the CPH rehearsal halls and classrooms located in downtown Cleveland. The courses span ages three through adult and provide all levels theatre training. No prior experience is necessary. Discounts are available for multiple classes, same-household participants, current CPH Theatre Academy students, and CPH subscribers.

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Cleveland Cinemas offers Free Movies for Federal Employees on Tuesdays in January
by Dave Huffman 18 Jan '19

18 Jan '19

For Immediate Release Contact: David Huffman, Cleveland Cinemas Director of Marketing 440.349.3306 dhuffman(a)clevelandcinemas.com<mailto:dhuffman@clevelandcinemas.com> January 18, 2019 FREE MOVIES FOR FEDERAL EMPLOYEES DURING GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN (Cleveland, OH) As the partial shutdown of the federal government continues, Cleveland Cinemas understands how hard it is on federal employees and their families. Cleveland Cinemas invites federal employees to see a movie as our guest on Tuesdays through the remainder of January 2019 if the shutdown continues. “We know that this is a stressful time for many families,” says Jon Forman. “Movies are a great way for people to take their minds off of things so we hope some of the furloughed government employees will visit one of our locations to enjoy a free movie on us.” Federal employees must present their federal employment ID card at the box office and Cleveland Cinemas will admit the employee and up to 3 additional family members (spouses, parents, children, grandchildren) to see the film of their choice. Seating is limited and this offer is only valid at the theatre box office on Tuesday, January 22nd and Tuesday, January 29th if the government shutdown is continuing on those dates. Show times and titles can be found on clevelandcinemas.com. ###

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Happy Hour Classic Film Series to Feature Six Films from the AFI Top 100 List
by Dave Huffman 18 Jan '19

18 Jan '19

For Immediate Release Contact: David Huffman, Cleveland Cinemas Director of Marketing 440.349.3306 dhuffman(a)clevelandcinemas.com<mailto:dhuffman@clevelandcinemas.com> January 18, 2019 HAPPY HOUR CLASSIC FILM SERIES CONTINUES AT THE CAPITOL THEATRE Six Films from the American Film Institute’s Top 100 List (Cleveland, OH) The Capitol Theatre, located in the heart of the Gordon Square Arts District at Detroit Ave. & W. 65th St., continues its commitment to presenting classic films on the big screen with its popular HAPPY HOUR CLASSIC FILM SERIES returning January 30th with GOODFELLAS. In 2019 the Capitol Theatre will present monthly screenings of classic films from the American Film Institute’s Top 100 List of the Greatest American Films of all Time. Each screening will include a Happy Hour cocktail party in the lobby before the feature. Admission to the film includes a mini-cocktail (or soft drink), appetizers and live music at the Happy Hour cocktail party from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM. “The Happy Hour Classics are a great way for film fans to mix and mingle with other movie lovers before seeing one of their favorite titles on the big screen,” says David Huffman, Cleveland Cinemas Director of Marketing and programmer of the series. “All of the films programmed in the 2019 series are certified classics from the American Film Institute and are required viewing for any movie fan.” The first films in the series are as follows: GOODFELLAS (1990) Directed by Martin Scorsese Starring Robert DeNiro, Joe Pesci, Ray Liotta, Lorraine Bracco Play date: January 30th Time: 7:00 PM (pre-film Happy Hour reception begins at 6:00 PM) Director Martin Scorsese’s Oscar-winning gangster masterpiece is based on the life of Henry Hill, a half-Irish, half-Sicilian Brooklyn kid who climbs the ranks of a Mafia family. #92 on the AFI Top 100. NORTH BY NORTHWEST (1959) - 60th Anniversary Directed by Alfred Hitchcock Starring Cary Grant, Eva Marie Saint, James Mason Play date: February 27th Time: 7:00 PM (pre-film Happy Hour reception begins at 6:00 PM) Cary Grant and Eva Marie Saint star in this classic Hitchcock thriller about a man embroiled in a web of intrigue and murder that takes him across the country to prove his innocence. #55 on the AFI Top 100. SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN (1952) Directed by Stanley Donen & Gene Kelly Starring Gene Kelly, Donald O'Connor, Debbie Reynolds Play date: March 20th Time: 7:00 PM (pre-film Happy Hour reception begins at 6:00 PM) Gene Kelly, Donald O’Connor and Debbie Reynolds star in perhaps the greatest movie musical of all time. Set during the dawn of the talkies, the score includes classics such as “You Are My Lucky Star,” “Make ‘Em Laugh,” and “Singin’ in the Rain.” #5 on the AFI’s Top 100. THE SILENCE OF THE LAMBS (1991) Directed by Jonathan Demme Starring Jodie Foster, Anthony Hopkins Play date: April 24th Time: 7:00 PM (pre-film Happy Hour reception begins at 6:00 PM) Winner of 5 Oscars including Best Picture, Director, Actor, Actress and Screenplay, this intense thriller about a young FBI agent tracking a serial killer made Dr. Hannibal “The Cannibal” Lecter a household name. Ranked #74 on the AFI Top 100. ALL ABOUT EVE (1950) Directed by Joseph L. Mankiewicz Starring Bette Davis, Anne Baxter, George Sanders Play date: April 24th Time: 7:00 PM (pre-film Happy Hour reception begins at 6:00 PM) This Oscar-winning drama features Bette Davis as an aging star who finds a hungry new actress waiting in the wings to fill her shoes at any cost. Ranked #28 on the AFI Top 100. DR. STRANGELOVE OR: HOW I LEARNED TO STOP WORRYING AND LOVE THE BOMB (1964) Directed by Stanley Kubrick Starring Peter Sellers, George C. Scott Play date: April 24th Time: 7:00 PM (pre-film Happy Hour reception begins at 6:00 PM) Stanley Kubrick’s Cold War comedy starring Peter Sellers and George C. Scott is one of the greatest political satires of all time. Ranked #39 on the AFI Top 100. Each film will play in the renovated main auditorium of the Capitol Theatre. Tickets to all films in the series are $10 and are available at the Capitol Theatre box office or online at www.clevelandcinemas.com<http://www.clevelandcinemas.com/>. ###

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Looking for a Choreographer
by Evie Morris 18 Jan '19

18 Jan '19

Greetings, I am looking for a Choreographer for a High School production of a much-loved Musical. Please respond to me directly at: bachtobroadway42(a)yahoo.com for more details. Please attach your resume. This is a paid position. Thanks, Evie Morris

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Auditions for 22nd One Act Festival
by Wanda Wareham 18 Jan '19

18 Jan '19

Audition Information for: The 22nd One Act Festival - Ten Below Directed by Ann Hedger The Fine Arts Association's One Act Festival/Ten Below is BACK and will once again showcase original 10-minute plays. We received over 700 submissions from playwrights from the East Coast to the West Coast and many other countries around the globe. The Fine Arts Association is thrilled to present these new works. (Rated Adult) Auditions -- Tuesday, February 5, 2019 - beginning 6:30 pm Thursday, February 7, 2019 - beginning 6:30 pm (Callbacks by Invitation-Sunday, February 10, 2019 at 1:00 pm) Rehearsals begin - Monday, February 18, 2019 Performance dates: April 5-14, 2019 - Fridays/Saturdays at 7:30 pm and Sundays at 2:00 pm Requirements: - Call 440-951-7500 x103 to sign up for an appointment. -- Come prepared to cold read from the scripts. -- Bring a headshot or snapshot of yourself to attach to our paperwork.. Needed: Ensemble of 12 to 14+ men and women Mixture of ages: Men: early 20's to 60+ and Women: 18 to 60+ Actors may be cast in more than one piece. No AEA contracts are available for this production. Thank you to the playwrights who sent submissions for the Festival. The selections for the 22nd One Act Festival will be listed soon! For complete audition information, visit www.fineartsassociation.org/audition<http://www.fineartsassociation.org/audition> The Fine Arts Association 38660 Mentor Avenue Willoughby, OH 44094 www.fineartsassociation.org<http://www.fineartsassociation.org> Like Us on Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/TheFineArtsAssociation> Follow Us on Twitter<https://twitter.com/TheFineArtsAssn>

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ORMACO seeks PT Program Assistant (10 hrs per week)
by Thomas Sigel 18 Jan '19

18 Jan '19

*ORMACO is based in Medina. Position can be remote, but there will be times when you must be at the Medina home-based office. Candidates must have their own computer. If interested, please send resume and cover letter to tsigel(a)ormaco.org <tsigel(a)ormaco.org>. * *Organization’s Mission: *ORMACO’s mission is to make music, arts and culture accessible to all, with a focus on underserved, disadvantaged and rural populations. *Responsibilities:* Under the general supervision of the Executive Director, the Program Assistant provides a variety of support services and assists with program development and delivery. The individual must have excellent customer relation skills, knowledge of office systems, procedures and computers. *Primary areas of responsibility include but are not limited to the following*: · Provides administrative support to the Executive Director and Board of Trustees as appropriate. · Performs administrative duties to support daily business activities. · Manages Spingo Event Management system – Inputs all details of upcoming events into the Spingo System. · Collaborates and has a clear line of communication with Graphic Designer and Web and Social Media Coordinator to ensure a seamless implementation of all components (e.g. event tiles/graphics and banners. · Assists with writing and distributing press releases. · Assists with executing and managing artist and vendor contracts. · Assists with grant writing and follow-up reports, including sourcing of new grant opportunities. · Posts events to social media, event calendars, media outlets, and other relevant places in a timely manner to ensure coverage. · Creates Excel Spreadsheet sign-up forms for events, tracks and supplies information to web manager for input into Constant Contact database. · Creates and maintains a Volunteer Spreadsheet and shares with Volunteer Coordinator. · Assists with updating and managing Constant Contact database in conjunction with web manager. · Maintains and updates organizational documents, lists and manuals. · Conducts all business at the highest standard of integrity ensuring that all activities are legal and ethical. · Other duties as assigned. *Experience/Qualifications:* · Bachelor’s degree preferred with significant experience in the arts or a related area; prior experience as an arts administrator. · Proficient at MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.). · Excellent interpersonal and phone skills. · Strong verbal and written skills. · Demonstrated commitment to serving internal and external clients. · Self-motivated and takes initiative; ability to learn quickly. · Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with emphasis on accuracy and quality. · Ability to manage multiple responsibilities with changing priorities. · Ability to develop and maintain office and file systems (paper and electronic). · Knowledge of ORMACO’s service area and the arts within it. · Non-profit experience, working with volunteers and/or marketing experience preferred.

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