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The Star on My Heart at Lake Erie College this Friday and Saturday
by Kelly Miloro 14 Nov '19

14 Nov '19

*The Star on My Heart* By Angela Miloro-Hansen *November 15 and 16 at 7:30pm* *Lake Erie College* *Royce Hall for the Fine and Performing Arts* *Gillett St, Painesville, OH * The Star on My Heart is a true story about Holocaust survivor and I Am a Star author Dr. Inge Auerbacher. It follows Inge's story before the war in Germany, during her time in the Terezin concentration camp in Prague, and her recovery and struggle with tuberculosis in America after the war. Survivors of the Holocaust will soon be lost, and the time to tell their stories is disappearing. One survivor, Inge Auerbacher, worked with local director/writer Angela Miloro-Hansen, to turn her memoirs of time spent in the Terezin concentration camp into a stage play. The Star on My Heart premiered four years ago, and has since been performed in several locations in north-east Ohio, and the Midwest, including a production off-off Broadway in NYC. This fall, with a revised script and her new production company, Curtain 440, Miloro-Hansen is again presenting this heartfelt story of Dr. Auerbacher’s life. Curtain 440 is proud to tell Inge Auerbacher’s story, and to be part of the education that accompanies the process, for cast and audience. *Tickets will be available on the website and at the door:* *www.curtain440.com/Tickets <http://www.curtain440.com/Tickets>Seniors/Students $13, Adults $15 * -- Kelly Miloro k <kellymiloro(a)gmail.com>elly(a)curtain440.com www.curtain440.com

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LIVE BODIES FOR SALE Opens Next Friday, 11/22
by Playwrights Local 14 Nov '19

14 Nov '19

Playwrights Local Presents A World Premiere *LIVE BODIES FOR SALE* *Written by Christopher JohnstonDirected by Terrence Spivey* http://www.playwrightslocal.org/livebodiesforsale/ Human Trafficking at Human Scale in *Live Bodies for Sale* <https://www.americantheatre.org/2019/11/12/human-trafficking-at-human-scale…> *American Theatre*, 12 November 2019 "5 Must-See Productions: Fall Theater Preview 2019" <https://www.cleveland.com/entertainment/2019/09/kinky-boots-and-rastus-and-…> *The Plain Dealer*, 29 September 2019 ========================== SHOWDATES November 22 - December 15, 2019 Friday - Saturday at 7:30 p.m. & Sunday at 2:30 p.m. VENUE Creative Space at Waterloo Arts 397 East 156th Street Cleveland, OH 44110 TICKETS General Admission with Accommodations Upon Request $18 Adults | $15 Seniors & Groups | $12 Students info(a)playwrightslocal.org | (216) 302-8856 ======================================== *Live Bodies for Sale* is a new play about the human trafficking crisis occurring in Ohio in the immediate present. In immersive fashion, this documentary work explores the lives of several women from Cleveland who are recent survivors of this ongoing injustice. “Live Bodies for Sale” addresses how these women were forced to work as prostitutes, detailing their escapes as well as their attempts to maintain healthy lives. Based on interviews with real people, the play presents the insights of professionals who help free such victims, including Renee Jones, an urban Mother Theresa figure in Cleveland. Testimonies from Cuyahoga County task force members--law enforcement agents, prosecutors, and judges--also detail what’s being done to free victims and hunt down their traffickers. http://www.playwrightslocal.org/livebodiesforsale/ ================================= CAST Lauren Byrd……….Rocky Encalada Tammy Hendricks……….Arien Hodges Detective John Morgan……….Stephen Hood Nicole Griffin……….Hayley Johnson Shanice Day……….Rochelle Jones Prosecutor Rick Bell……….Joseph Milan Martina Frantino……….Juliette Regnier Emily Mahoney……….Emily Taylor CREATIVE TEAM Costume Designer……….Inda Blatch-Geib Stage Manager………. Kristen Boehnlein Lighting Designer……….Marcus Dana Carpenter……….Tom Hayes Sound Designer……….Beau Reinker Prop Designer ……….Lisa L. Wiley # # #

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Saturday, November 23rd Murder Mystery
by pommyryan2016＠gmail.com 14 Nov '19

14 Nov '19

Here we are again! Ready for the upcoming Mysteries by Moushey MM – Saturday, November 23, 2019 at the VENUE BANQUETS on Tallmadge Circle! Starts at 6 p.m. Don’t be late for the circulating with characters during the cocktail hour! Synopsis: An innocent (maybe?) audience member is poisoned and three others have close calls. All have one thing in common — a name. But, outside of that, they have very little in common. One is a waitress at a diner, one is a kindergarten teacher, the other is a “personal escort.” The detective who takes command of the investigation must decide which of the three is the real intended victim . . . and/or which one is the murderer. Audience members will be called upon to “testify” about things they learned about the victim, before her untimely demise. The food is wonderful, the ambience is amazing, the entertainment is THE best! Come join us for a fun evening. There’s still time to book: 330-633-7111. Looking forward to seeing you there! ❤ --Linda

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Catch Me If You Can
by Marc Howard 14 Nov '19

14 Nov '19

******* *AURORA COMMUNITY THEATRE* ******* *Catch Me If You Can Auditions* Book by Terrence McNally and Music by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman Keli Schimelpfenig, Director Tim Shaffer, Music Director Marc C. Howard, Choreographer Erin Matson, Producer Ann Nyenhuis, Stage Manage *SYNOPSIS* Based on the hit film and the incredible true story, Ca*tch Me If You Can* is the high-flying musical comedy about chasing your dreams and not getting caught. Seeking fame and fortune, precocious teenager, Frank Abignale, Jr., runs away from home to begin an unforgettable adventure. With nothing more than his boyish charm, a big imagination and millions of dollars in forged checks, Frank successfully poses as a pilot, a doctor, and a lawyer – living the high life and winning the girl of his dreams. When Frank’s lies catch the attention of FBI agent, Carl Hanratty, though, Carl pursues Frank across the country to make him pay for his crimes. *We are looking for Actors,* *we are looking for Singers and Singers who move well,* *we are looking for Dancers who sing or Dancers who don’t.* *WHERE:* 115 East Pioneer Trail, Aurora, OH 44202 *WHEN:* *Singing Audition*: Sun Jan 5, 2020 6:00-8:00 pm and Tues Jan 7, 2020 7:00-9:00 pm *Dance Audition*: Sun Jan 12, 2020 @ 6:00 pm *Callbacks*: Sun Jan 19, 2020 6:30 – 10 pm *WHAT TO PREPARE*: *Singing Audition*: Please bring a resume, headshot and 16-32 measures a song not from the show, prepare your sheet music for an accompanist. No, a capella or taped music. *Dance Audition*: Be prepared to dance. Men bring jazz shoes, women bring character heels, all bring tap shoes if you tap. If invited to callbacks, scene work, and further music will be given. *CASTING NOTE*: Any race, gender, age, body type, or other identities are encouraged to audition and will be considered equally in casting. ACT does not offer union contracts and performers are volunteers. *Rehearsals*: Will begin as early as Feb or Mar 2020 *Performances*: Apr 24 to May 16, 2020 For questions or further information, please contact the director at *keli(a)shinypennystudios.com <keli(a)shinypennystudios.com>* *CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS*: *Frank Abagnale Jr*. Male, Character Age: 20 to 30, Tenor, High C5 – Low G2, Our story’s conniving protagonist, he is a handsome and youthful con artist. Grew up learning to disappear into another skin to avoid his problems. He eventually falls in love with Brenda and desperately tries to change his ways. Sings: “Live in Living Color”, “The Pinstripes Are All That They See”, “Someone Else’s Skin”, “Jet Set”, “Butter Outta Cream”, “My Favorite Time of Year”, “Seven Wonders”, “(Our) Family Tree”, “Goodbye”, and “Stuck Together (Strange But True)” *Carl Hanratty* Male, Character Age: 35 to 45, Tenor, High G4 – Low G2, An FBI agent leading the investigation and search for Frank Jr. A knowledgeable and habitual workaholic who idolizes the moment he catches his perp. Lives a private life of loneliness and depression. Sings: “Don’t Break the Rules”, “The Man Inside the Clues”, “My Favorite Time of Year”, “Little Boy, Be a Man”, and “Stuck Together (Strange But True)” *Frank Abagnale Sr.* Male, Character Age: 45 to 65, Baritone, High G#4/Ab4 – Low F2, Frank Jr.’s father. He is an inspiration when it comes to swindling. Upbeat and fast-talking, he undergoes a series of progressive failures that leaves him a miserable drunk. Sings: “The Pinstripes Are All That They See”, “Butter Outta Cream”, “My Favorite Time of Year”, “Don’t Be a Stranger”, and “Little Boy, Be a Man” *Paula Abagnale* Female, Character Age: 45 to 60, Alto, High C5 – Low A3, Frank Jr.’s gorgeous mother. She met Frank Sr. in France, during the war, but has fallen out of love. Caring and loving, with an underlying resentment toward her husband and son. Sings: “My Favorite Time of Year” and “Don’t Be a Stranger” *Brenda Strong* Female, Character Age: 20 to 30, Alto, High A5 – Low G3, A young nurse and Frank Jr.’s eventual love interest. Hard-working and initially insecure, she meets Frank Jr. after running away from a wedding. Comes to trust him but his true identity clouds her feelings. Sings: “Seven Wonders”, “(Our) Family Tree”, and “Fly, Fly Away”, *Roger Strong*, Male, Character Age: 50 to 60, Baritone, High A4 – Low A2, Brenda’s conservative father. He is stern and interrogatory but reveals himself to be deeply romantic. Sings: “(Our) Family Tree” *Carol Strong* Female, Character Age: 45 to 60, Alto, High A5 – Low A#3/Bb3, Brenda’s traditional mother. She is talkative and boisterous. Sings: “(Our) Family Tree” *Agent Bill Cod*, Male *Agent Johnny Dollar*, Male *Agent Todd Branton*, Male Cheryl Ann, Female *Ensemble* Commuters; Assistants; Stewardesses (Mindy, Cindy, Lindy, Jane, Kellie, Shellie); Pilots; Agents; Targets; Partygoers; Doctors; Nurses; Interns, Sings “Live in Living Color”, “The Pinstripes Are All That They See”, “Someone Else’s Skin”, “Jet Set”, “Don’t Break the Rules”, “Doctor’s Orders”, and “(Our) Family Tree” Aurora Community Theatre

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NEW, LOWER PRICE: 2 Tickets to Mean Girls at Playhouse Square
by Caroline Hilmer 13 Nov '19

13 Nov '19

*I have 2 tickets to Mean Girls at Playhouse Square for sale. I am a season ticket holder, and have an extra pair of tickets to this performance.* - *They are on the ground floor, in the orchestra section. * - *Tickets are for Wednesday, December 4th at 7:30 pm * - *Row DD, Seats 317 and 318* - *These tickets would cost, with fees, $217.* - *I am selling these 2 tickets for $150, a savings of $67* *If interested, please email cbhilmer(a)gmail.com <cbhilmer(a)gmail.com>. I live in Vermilion, but am happy to meet on the westside. Thank you! *

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THIS WEEKEND! MCA Knights Theatre Presents "Our Place"
by Kimberly Gallagher 13 Nov '19

13 Nov '19

MCA Knights Theatre Arts Presents "OUR PLACE" Drama by Terry Gabbard Sponsored by The University of Akron Medina An unassuming location of a dock extending out onto a small lake serves as the backdrop for this award-winning tableau of five different stories. Discover the meaning, the memories, the laughs and the heartache that make up "our place." Performances Friday, November 15 at 7 p.m. Saturday, November 16 at 1 p.m. & 7 p.m. Sunday, November 17 at 3 p.m. University of Akron Medina 6300 Technology Lane, Medina 44256 Tickets $8 Presale and $10 at the door. Seating is Limited. ORDER ONLINE <https://www.itickets.com/events/437129> or scan the QR Code Doors Open 1 hour prior to show time. Come early to enjoy our Marina Marketplace and send a ShowGram or flowers to your favorite cast member, enjoy yummy dockside concessions, and make the dock your place with a photo memory. Produced by special arrangement with THE DRAMATIC PUBLISHING COMPANY of Woodstock, Illinois. ---------------------------------------------------------- Kimberly Gallagher Theatre Director Medina Christian Academy Go KNIGHTS! www.medinachristian.org <http://www.medinachristian.org/> DESIGN | CREATE | INSPIRE www.kimberlygallagher.com <http://www.kimberlygallagher.com/> step forward WALK ON THE WATER | LIVE OUTSIDE THE BOAT www.stepforwardtoday.com <http://www.stepforwardtoday.com/>

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need tap dancers for A christmas story the musical
by Brendan Byers 13 Nov '19

13 Nov '19

The Oakland Center for the Arts and Kids First Theatre Initiative in Youngstown Ohio is looking for four experienced tappers for our upcoming musical A Christmas Story the Musical for the big tap number. You don't have to be in any other number in the show unless you want to do so, a stipend will be paid to each dancer. Very short rehearsal period, show dates Dec 13,14,15,20,21,22 6 performances Friday and Saturday's at 7:30 Sunday 2:30. For more information Contact Brendan Byers Exec. Director Oakland Center at Oaklandcenter(a)gmail.com or 330-406-0606. We need to fill these asap

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Cleveland Dance Project Season 5 Showcase Tickets
by Anna Cerveny 13 Nov '19

13 Nov '19

Join Cleveland Dance Project for it's FIFTH bi-annual dance showcase, with 20 choreographers and 135 adult dancers performing short works in styles including modern, tap, jazz, hip hop, lindyhop, pointe, burlesque, and more! Saturday November 23 3pm & 7pm Brecksville-Broadview Heights Middle School Tickets are $10 online in advance www.tututix.com/clevelanddanceproject $15 general admission at the door Anna Cerveny Director Cleveland Dance Project clevelanddanceproject(a)gmail.com web <http://www.clevelanddanceproject.com> / facebook <http://www.facebook.com/clevelanddanceproject>/ instagram <https://www.instagram.com/clevelanddanceproject/?hl=en> / showcase <http://www.tututix.com/clevelanddanceproject>

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FINAL WEEKEND FOR NO EXIT AT TWIN MASKS!! GET YOUR TIX NOW :)
by Claudia Lillibridge 13 Nov '19

13 Nov '19

Twin Masks Performing Arts Center (TMPAC) is proud to announce its production of No Exit, written by Jean Paul Sartre, adapted from French by Paul Bowles, and directed by Brian Westerley, entering its final weekend of performances, Friday and Saturday evenings, 8pm performance time, until November 16. Cast includes Jerry Cordaro, Robert Hawkes, Beth Gaiser and Annette Fernandez. Tickets are $15.00 for Adults and $10.00 for Seniors and Students. Tickets are available for purchase now via our website ( www.twinmasks.org) or by calling 330-888-3211. We accept cash, VISA, MasterCard, American Express and Discover. THE STORY OF NO EXIT: Two women and one man are locked up together for eternity in one hideous room in Hell. The windows are bricked up, there are no mirrors, the electric lights can never be turned off, and there is no exit. The irony of this Hell is that its torture is not of the rack and fire, but of the burning humiliation of each soul as it is stripped of its pretenses by the cruel curiosity of the damned. Here the soul is shorn of secrecy, and even the blackest deeds are mercilessly exposed to the fierce light of Hell. It is an eternal torment. Rights are secured with permission by Samuel French, Inc. Twin Masks Performing Arts Center (TMPAC) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization committed to producing intimate, thought-provoking shows that engage, entertain and encourage audiences to consider different perspectives and points of view. TMPAC is a proud member of OCTA and AACT. We are located at 9076 Church Street, Suites 2 and 3, Twinsburg, Ohio; www.twinmasks.org; telephone: 330-888-3211. Email: claudia(a)twinmasks.org

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Urinetown at St. Edward High School
by lisa hirzel 13 Nov '19

13 Nov '19

The Edwardian Players, theatre group from St. Edward High School, will present Urinetown on November 21, 22 and 23 at 7:30pm and November 24 at 3:00pm at St. Edward High School in Lakewood, Ohio. Urinetown won the 2002 Tony Awards for Best Book of a Musical (Greg Kotis) as well as Best New Musical Score (Mark Hollman). Although the title is somewhat unsettling, Urinetown is an incredibly thoughtful show appropriate for all ages. An hysterical musical comedy, the show satirizes municipal politics, the legal system, capitalism, social irresponsibility, populism, bureaucracy, corporate mismanagement and even musical theater itself. It is a fitting allegory for today, and a warning for those who take politics and social issues to the extreme. Urinetown features Zeke Schmiedl (Cleveland Hts), Richie Pokrywka (Sheffield Lake), Hunter Velasquez (Hinckley), Reagan Bushok (Avon Lake), Bella Issa and Grace Davis (both Westlake). The show is produced by St. Edward staff members Robert W. Burns (director), John F. Goers (technical director), and Lisa Hirzel (costumer). Tickets are available at the door or by calling (216) 221-0793, ext. 201. St. Edward High School is located at 13500 Detroit Ave., Lakewood, Ohio, 44107. Pictured are (Back row) Richie Pokrywka, Grace Davis, Emma Rosberil, Colin Schilf. (Front row) Ella Sonby, Bella Issa, Zeke Schmiedl and Ali Traska. Pictured are Reagan Bushok, Andy Hoffman, Hunter Velazquez, Emerson Gray and Tony Chambers. Photos courtesy of Shiny Penny Studios.

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