December 2019 - NEohioPAL - lists.neohiopal.org

CLE Artist T-shirts For Sale - Supports Local Depression Outreach
by Andi Barnett 13 Dec '19

13 Dec '19

*Local Cleveland artist supporting depression outreach organization with $5 donation from every Huggable Henchmen t-shirt sale. * * $5 from every shirt sale will be donated to the Applewood Centers to further provide mental health services, social services and education to children, adolescents and families living in Cuyahoga and Lorain counties. For more information about the services or to talk to someone about depression please visit www.applewoodcenters.org <http://www.applewoodcenters.org> * *Help the cause by purchasing a t-shirt here: https://crapatron.com/ <https://crapatron.com/> * *The Huggable Henchmen are the loveably sad friends of the artist crapatron. The situations they depict are both funny and dark, but will hopefully give the viewer a reason to pause and smile. Dealing with depression is a difficult thing to address. The hope of the Henchmen is to start conversations and help keep the focus on the brighter things in our lives. * Cleveland based artist, Crapatron, has been drawing randomness as long as he has been able to hold a pen. A practicing graphic designer, his work has an emphasis on technical linework and color theories. His art spans many mediums from physical paintings to digital illustrations. The clash of sadness and happiness mix together to give depth to his pieces and the combination of drab material and colorful characters highlight the push and pull of our life experiences.

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Sing with us- Gabriel Faure- Requiem
by Agnieszka Bieniek 12 Dec '19

12 Dec '19

Choir of Hope, under the direction of Agnieszka Bieniek, invites you to sing *Requiem by Gabriel Faure*. The concert (with soloists and orchestra) will be *Sunday, March 8, 2020 at 4:00 p.m. at St. Noel Church, 35200 Chardon Rd, Willoughby Hills.* The rehearsals will take place at St. Noel church every *Sunday from 6:00-8:00 p.m., beginning Sunday, January 19, 2020.* To sign up by January 12, 2020, contact choirofhope2019(a)gmail.com.

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ACT Auditions for Catch Me if You Can
by Aurora Community Theatre 12 Dec '19

12 Dec '19

*A**URORA **C**OMMUNITY **T**HEATRE* *AUDITIONS* *CATCH ME IF YOU CAN* A Musical Comedy that tells the TRUE STORY of Frank Abagnale Jr: A *Teacher *with no degree A *Forger *whose checks net millions A *Pilot *who was never certified A *Pediatrician *without medical training A *Lawyer *who never passed the Bar A *Secret Service Agent* A *Con Man Extraordinaire* who led the FBI on a merry chase in the 1960s Book by *Terrance McNally* Music by *Marc Shaiman *& *Scott Wittman* *K**ELI **S**CHIMELPFENIG*, director *T**IM **S**HAFFER*, music director *M**ARC **C. H**OWARD*, choreographer *E**RIN **M**ATSON*, producer *AUDITION DETAILS* Looking for Actors and Singers Singers who move well Dancers who sing or Dancers who don’t For an audition spot, go to https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080549afac2caaf58-catch *WHEN* Singing Auditions *6 to 8 pm Sunday Jan 5* *7 to 9 pm Tuesday Jan 7* Dance Audition *6 pm Sunday Jan 12* Callbacks *6:30 to 10 pm Sunday Jan 19* *WHERE* Aurora Community Theatre 115 East Pioneer Trail *WHAT *to prepare *Singing Audition*: Please bring a resume, headshot and 16-32 measures of a song not from the show, prepare your sheet music for an accompanist. No acapella 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 February or March 2020 *PERFORMANCES* 8 PM Fridays & Saturdays Apr 24 to May 16, 2020, 3 PM Sundays May 3 & 10 *SYNOPSIS**: CATCH ME IF YOU CAN *is a *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. *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. Sing: “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.” For questions or further information, please contact the director, *K**ELI * *S**CHIMELPFENIG*at *keli(a)shinypennystudios.com <keli(a)shinypennystudios.com>*

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Sing Requiem by G. Faure with Choir of Hope
by Agnieszka Bieniek 12 Dec '19

12 Dec '19

Choir of Hope, under the direction of Agnieszka Bieniek, invites you to sing *Requiem by Gabriel Faure*. The concert (with soloists and orchestra) will be *Sunday, March 8, 2020 at 4:00 p.m. at St. Noel Church, 35200 Chardon Rd, Willoughby Hills.* The rehearsals will take place at St. Noel church every *Sunday from 6:00-8:00 p.m., beginning Sunday, January 19, 2020.* To sign up by January 12, 2020, contact choirofhope2019(a)gmail.com.

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CLEVELAND PUBLIC THEATRE ACCEPTING PLAY PROPSALS FOR THE 20/21 SEASON
by India Burton 12 Dec '19

12 Dec '19

CLEVELAND PUBLIC TEHATRE IS ACCEPTING PROPOSALS FOR THE 20/21 Season. CPT is looking for proposals from Northeast Ohio artists for complete projects. Proposals may be for world premieres, second or third US productions, radical re-envisioning of classic plays, or other projects. The show could be your own show or a script you would like to work on. CPT is focused on new work that is surprising, unexpected, and outside the realm of conventional theatre. If you are interested please click here<https://www.cptonline.org/uncategorized/cpt-is-now-requesting-proposals-for…>. Thank you for your interest! India Nicole Burton 19/20 NNPN Producer in Residence Cleveland Public Theatre 6415 Detriot Ave, Cleveland OH, 44102 iburton(a)cptonline.org<mailto:iburton@cptonline.org> 216.631.2727 ext.201 She/her/hers [sig pic]<https://www.cptonline.org/>

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Seeking classical and/or ethnic music artists for Wadsworth Library
by Thomas Sigel 12 Dec '19

12 Dec '19

Ohio Regional Music Arts and Cultural Outreach (ORMACO) still have slots available for their 2021 Sunday Wadsworth Library Concert Series for the following dates: July 11 August 8 October 10 We have a variety of genres represented now but would like to fill these dates with a combination of classical and ethnic music. There is a small honorarium. Please contact tsigel(a)ormaco.org with qualifications and proposals. To learn more about ORMACO, visit www.ormaco.org.

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Scenic Designer for Legally Blonde at The Brecksville Theatre
by admin＠thebrecksvilletheatre.org 12 Dec '19

12 Dec '19

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Shrek at Beck
by Julie Gilliland 12 Dec '19

12 Dec '19

Final year for Shrek the Musical at Beck Center for the Arts! Enjoy a $5 discount on adult and senior tickets for Shrek the Musical on Arts Industry Night, Thursday, 12/19 at 7:30 pm in the Mackey Theater at Beck Center for the Arts, 17801 Detroit Ave, Lakewood. Use promo code HOLIDAY when you purchase tickets at beckcenter.org or 216-521-2540 x10. Please note this offer is not valid on prior sales or on $10 Smart Seats (r).

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'Plaid Tidings' Comes A-Wassailing Once More at Cassidy!
by The Cassidy Theatre 12 Dec '19

12 Dec '19

*Cassidy Theatre Presents...* *'Forever Plaid: Plaid Tidings'* Book by Stuart Ross Music Arrangements by James Raitt, Brad Ellis, Raymond Berg, & David Snyder Directed by Mike Caraffi Music Directed by Heidi Herczeg Choreography by Melanie Leibold *The boys in Plaid are back for two more weekends! Join Smudge, Frankie, Sparky, and Jinx as they return to Earth for a second time to bring some Christmas Spirit in four-part harmony to yule and yours! The holiday sequel to the uproarious barbershop blow-out 'Forever Plaid', 'Plaid Tidings' is sure to leave you jingling all the way home! Tickets on sale now!* Featuring: Glen Stacho as Smudge Brenton Cochran as Sparky Andrew Weber as Frankie David Rusnak as Jinx Running: December 13th - 22nd Fridays/Saturdays @ 8:00 p.m. Sundays @ 3:00 p.m. Adults: $20 Seniors/Students: $15 Approximate Run Time: 2h15m (including intermission). Ticketing: By Phone/In Person, Box Office (440) 842 - 4600 Mon-Tues-Thurs-Fri 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. **Online: https://cassidytheatre.ticketleap.com/plaidtidings/ <https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fcassidytheatre.ticketleap.com%…> *Preview Night is still a final dress rehearsal. This means some small technical elements may not be fully in place, though we strive for completion for our Thursday night audiences. Coupons and discounts do not apply to Preview Night tickets. **Online Orders are assigned seating based on best availability at the time of the order - seated tickets are to be picked up at Will-Call or in advance during regular box office hours. For specified seating, please call your order in to the box office.

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$12 Ballet Master Class with Megan Gurcze
by Anna Cerveny 12 Dec '19

12 Dec '19

Join Cleveland Dance Project for a master class with Megan Gurcze this Sunday December 15 from 1-2:30pm at Creative Movement Center in Broadview Heights. Ages 16+ only. $12 with prepaid pre-registration 24 hours in advance at http://www.clevelanddanceproject.com/master-classes.html or $15 at the door. *Megan's Bio:* Megan grew up in a competitive style dance studio in Broadview Hts. During her time there, she had the chance to study many styles of dance. Ballet, Pointe, Tap, Jazz, Hip hop, and contemporary to name a few. She received many awards at competitions and conventions, and was given the opportunity to travel and learn from many teachers. After high school she received an internship with the Cleveland Verb Ballet. During her time with The Verb, she was able to work with many instructors and choreographers including Richard DIckinson, Kay Eichman, Christopher Flemming, and Terence Greene to name a few. After her internship she went back to her home studio to teach and continue to train. SHe choreographed for many competition classes and received awards for some of that choreography. After about three years Megan took a break from dance almost entirely. About one year later, she was offered a scholarship to Terence Greene’s Summer intensive where she fell in love with the art again. From there she dove into taking class as much as possible, and performing as a freelance dancer when she could. She has worked with a small pick up company and performed in Cleveland and Columbus with them. Recently, Megan has been choreographing for and dancing with the Cleveland Dance Project, and is a company member for their CDP Company. Megan also teaches ballet and contemporary at Creative Movement Center in Broadview Hts! 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> / dance with us <http://www.clevelanddanceproject.com/apply.html>

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