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AUDITION NOTICE: The Whale
by Avenue Arts Marketplace & Theatre 07 Dec '19

07 Dec '19

The Whale Auditions Avenue Arts Marketplace & Theatre announces auditions for THE WHALE Located at 324 Cleveland Ave. NW Canton, Ohio 44702 SYNOPSIS: On the outskirts of Mormon Country, Idaho, a six-hundred-pound recluse hides away in his apartment and slowly eats himself to death. Desperate to reconnect with his long-estranged daughter, he reaches out to her, only to find a viciously sharp-tongued and wildly unhappy teen. Big-hearted and fiercely funny, The Whale tells the story of a man's last chance at redemption, and of finding beauty in the most unexpected places. The Whale is presented by special arrangement with Samuel French, Inc. Directed by: Kourtney Highland Auditions will be held on Tuesday, January 28th and Wednesday, January 29th from 7-9pm Callbacks (if necessary) will take place on January 30th 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. Please be familiar with the script using the link provided in the SignUpGenius BELOW! At this time, there are no stipends and/or AEA contracts being offered! Rehearsals will begin on February 3rd and will run Mondays through Thursdays Performances: March 13th, 14th, 20th and 21st at 8pm and March 15th at 2pm TO AUDITION, PLEASE GO TO: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b0c4bafa82ca3fe3-thewhale2 <https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b0c4bafa82ca3fe3-thewhale2> CHARACTERS: Charlie (male, any ethnicity, early-mid 40s-50s) - a morbidly obese man (somewhere around 650 lbs) who is dying of congestive heart failure throughout the play; been wasting away for years, ever since giving up on himself since the death of his partne; however awful his life has become, he has put all of his hopes and optimism on his daughter, who he hasn’t seen in 17 years; a very insightful, intelligent , well-educated man who is sensitive, gentle, and thoughtful This role requires mature language and mild sexual content Liz (female, any ethnicity, 30s-40s) - Charlie’s best friend; a nurse who would like to think of herself as very hardened, but she’s not; masking a huge amount of emotional depth, and she’s constantly trying to shove her feelings down into herself; brash, stern, and loud, but pretty sensitive on the inside. This role requires mature language and simulated alcohol use Ellie (female, any ethnicity, late teens-early 20s) - Charlie’s daughter whom he hasn’t seen since she was a baby; a deeply intelligent, deeply cynical teenager who feels—probably accurately—that she is always the smartest person in the world; very manipulative and shrewd, has convinced herself that she doesn’t care about her ailing father; never valley-girl or sarcastic and eye-rolling, doesn’t say things to be mean, she says them because they are true. This role requires mature language and simulated drug use (marijuana) Elder Thomas (male, any ethnicity, late teens-early 20s) - a Mormon missionary who happens upon Charlie just as he has his first cardiac episode; a somewhat naïve, innocent young man who just wants to see Mormonism help one person before he ends his mission; makes a big effort to be a good Mormon boy, but underneath it all he’s a normal disaffected, pot-smoking Midwestern teenager. This role requires simulated drug use (marijuana) Mary (female, any ethnicity, early-mid 40s-50s) - Ellie’s mother; Charlie’s ex-wife, who has also not seen Charlie in 17 years; a hardened alcoholic who has been there, done that; a woman who has made a lot of bad choices, but feels that she has done the best she can given the cards she was dealt. This role requires mature language and simulated alcohol use Avenue Arts Marketplace and Theatre is a CLEan House Theatre. This means we are committed to being a space free of harassment based on sex, gender, race, religion, class, ethnicity, nationality, political belief, or ability. We are committed to being a safe environment that fully allows us to challenge ourselves, our audiences, and our communities; that supports creative risks of mind and body; and that establishes the freedom to create theatre that represents the full range of human experience. All questions should be directed to avenueartstheatre(a)gmail.com <mailto:avenueartstheatre@gmail.com>

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The Neverending Story onstage
by Dennis O'Connell 06 Dec '19

06 Dec '19

Magical Theatre presents The Neverending StoryTimeless Movie Comes to the Magical Stage Imagination, family, and friendship arecelebrated in Magical Theatre Company’s holiday production, The Neverending Story. The play is basedon the 1979 children’s novel that explores the waning of youthful imaginationin our modern world. “The holidays are a magical and nostalgic time of year,and The Neverending Story is the perfect way to celebrate with family andfriends,” said director Holly Barkdoll. A 1984 movie of the same name hasbecome a multi-generational favorite; the movie’s hit theme song was recentlyfeatured in the popular Netﬂix show StrangerThings. Magical Theatre’sproduction captures the wonderment of childhood by utilizing the toweringcreations of master puppet maker Mark Jenks of Cleveland. His works of art havepreviously been seen in many past Magical productions including Prancer, Narnia: The Lion, the Witch &the Wardrobe, The BFG, Beowulf, The Odyssey, and The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, among others. For this production, Jenkshas created Falkor the ﬂying luck dragon, Morla the giant talking tortoise, theheroic horse Artax, and many other fantastical creatures. The CreativeTeamThe creative team is Holly Barkdoll(director & sound), Inda Blatch-Geib (costumes), Frankie Castrovillari(lights), Jeremiah Isley (sound), Mark Jenks (creatures), Deb Lemire (props), BenNeedham (set), Stephen & Nancy Vasse-Hansell (set & painting). The cast includes Noah Casino, AdamHoﬀman, Kendall Ackerman, and Craig Raymaley from Cuyahoga Falls; MadisonKohler and Noah Villers from Barberton; Bailey Best, Leah Greczanik, andAnnabelle Neumann from Wadsworth; Amanda Kidd from Kent; Mark Ross from Akron;Sherrie Tolliver from Cleveland, Hayden Mickel from Copley; and DennisO’Connell from Canton. Public PerformanceInformation:Friday,December 6 7:30 p.m. Saturday,December 7 2:00 p.m. & 7:30p.m. Sunday,December 8 2:00 p.m. & 4:30p.m. Friday,December 13 7:30 p.m. Saturday,December 14 2:00 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.Sunday,December 15 2:00 p.m. & 4:30p.m. Ticketsare $15 and $17 per seat. Opening night tickets are $17 and $19 per seat andinclude a post-performance reception. Ticketsare available online at www.magicaltheatre.org or by calling 330.848.3708.Mostenjoyed by families with children ages 7 and up Allperformances are held at the beautifully restored Park Theatre 565 W.Tuscarawas Ave. Barberton, OH 44203 About MagicalTheatre Company: Magical Theatre Company is NortheastOhio's leading professional resident and touring Theatre for Young Audiences.Dedicated to bringing the ﬁnest quality theatre to the young and young atheart, Magical Theatre Company has brought theatre magic to thousands offamilies for more than 40 years. Mediacontact Craig Raymaley, Magical Theatre Company 330.848.3708craigraymaley(a)gmail.com www.magicaltheatre.org ________________________________________________________________________

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Beck Center Announces Auditions for new Steve Martin Comedy~~~METEOR SHOWER
by Scott Spence 06 Dec '19

06 Dec '19

*Beck Center in Lakewood will hold auditions for Steve Martin's comedy METEOR SHOWER **on Sunday, January 12th and Monday, January 13th by appointment. The production will **open on April 3rd and continue until May 3rd in Beck's intimate Studio Theater.* *Appointments begin at 1PM on Sunday the 12th, and 6PM on Monday the 13th. Please* *call the Beck Box Office to schedule your appointment at 216-521-2540 x10* *Artistic Director Scott Spence seeks 4 actors between the ages of 30 and 45 for this * *slightly absurdist piece. Two Equity contracts are anticipated (Special Appearance Tier 1)* *for this production. Non Equity actors are compensated. Actors of all ethnicities will* *be considered for all four roles.* *The rehearsal process will commence on or around March 3rd, 2020.* *Callbacks will occur in the Jan. 18th thru 20th range ~~~ to be determined.* *Scripts for METEOR SHOWER are available for in-house perusal only at Beck. * *If you wish to order your own copy you may do so here....* https://www.samuelfrench.com/s/63306/meteor-shower *Actors wishing to audition are invited to present a 60 to 90 second comic monologue* *of their choosing. This is not a requirement, however, as sides will be provided as* *well to be used during your call. Sides will be available to you prior to your audition* *slot should you choose to arrive early to familiarize yourself with them.* *Roles:* *Corky (*Originally played by Amy Schumer*) and Norm~~~An ordinary couple seeking to* *broaden their circle of friends. They are always employing various counselling* *techniques to keep their marriage strong.* *Gerald (*Originally played by Keegan Michael Key*) and Laura (*Originally played by Laura Benanti*) are an apparently predatory couple hell bent on messing with couples* *just like Corky and Norm. They are exceeding good looking, pampered, and very* *manipulative.....until celestial events and the bending of time prove to be their undoing.* *The following show description and review snippets below are courtesy of the* *Samuel French website:* Corky and Norm are excited to host Gerald and Laura at their home in the valley outside Los Angeles to watch a once-in-a-lifetime meteor shower. But as the stars come out and the conversation gets rolling, it becomes clear that Gerald and Laura might not be all that they appear to be. Over the course of a crazy, starlit dinner party, the wildly unexpected occurs. The couples begin to flirt and insanity reigns. Martin, using his trademark absurdist humor, bends the fluid nature of time and reality to create a surprising and unforgettably funny new play. REVIEWS "Mr. Martin is peerless at crafting tiny wit bombs, and always has been [...] It's definitely funny!" - *The New York Times * "*Meteor Shower* is a very funny play. Keening-like-a-howler-monkey funny. Design-a-new-cry-laughing-emoji funny." - *Entertainment Weekly * "*Meteor Shower* sparks with the same anarchic energy as Martin’s reckless comedy *Picasso at the Lapin Agile*." - *Deadline*

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Neos Dance Theatre Presents “Home for the Holidays, a Big Band Christmas” at Stocker Arts Center
by Allison Jack 06 Dec '19

06 Dec '19

Neos Dance Theatre Presents “Home for the Holidays, a Big Band Christmas” at Stocker Arts Center Neos Dance Theatre will present “Home for the Holidays, a Big Band Christmas” at 7:30 p.m. on Sat., Dec. 21 and at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 22 at Lorain County Community College’s Stocker Arts Center as part of the Random Acts Series in the Hoke Theatre. “Home for the Holidays, a Big Band Christmas” features Neos Dance Theatre and friends. Locally acclaimed singer Kelly Knowlton and a band of live musicians share the stage with regional dancers for an evening of song and dance that harkens back to America’s favorite variety shows. “Home for the Holidays, a Big Band Christmas” will bring holiday spirit, joy, and laughter to the whole family. Call the Stocker Box Office at (440) 366-4040 to order tickets for this event. The box office is open from noon to 6 p.m. Monday-Friday and 90 minutes prior to ticketed events. Guests may also purchase tickets online at www.stockerartscenter.com. Tickets range from $15-$35. Stocker Arts Center is located on the campus of Lorain County Community College at 1005 North Abbe Road, Elyria, Ohio. Parking on the campus is free. Follow Stocker Arts Center on Facebook and @StockerArts on Twitter and Instagram. Allison Jack Writer & Project Coordinator | Marketing & Communications Lorain County Community College (440) 366-7082

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Please help me out if you subscribe to ImdbPro!
by Joseph Bauer 06 Dec '19

06 Dec '19

I'll owe you a big legal favor if you will inform me as to the manager and/or agent for the comic, Joey Diaz. Thanks so very much.

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The Last Fireplace Screening at Capitol Theater
by shaun doyle 06 Dec '19

06 Dec '19

The Last Fireplace is a locally shot bare-bones Post-Apocalyptic Fairy tale starring a little boy who is on a mysterious journey with his elderly guardian to a reach a ship at Lake Erie. Also involved: a Territorial King, A Vengeful Queen, an Inept Bounty Hunter and a lowly Court Jester. A parallel story concerns two men who are on a journey of their own. This Sunday at 7pm at the Capitol Theater. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased through the Cleveland Cinemas website or at the box office. Take the night off from Netflix and come on out!

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(1) ACTOR NEEDED for Staged Reading at Playwrights Local
by Cameron Pfahler 05 Dec '19

05 Dec '19

Hello! The staged reading of “Godly Boys + Golden Girls” needs an actor (*male, 20s-30s*) for its performance at Playwrights Local (397 East 156th Street, Cleveland, OH 44110) through their Young Playwrights Collective on Wednesday, December 18th at 7pm. Tentative rehearsal schedule is as follows: Wednesday, the 11th evening Saturday, the 14th afternoon Monday, the 16th evening Tuesday, the 17th evening The play is a comedy about a 13-year-old boy, adrift after the end of his favorite sitcom and the main source of connection to his recently deceased father, avoiding his grief and anxiety by developing an unhealthy habit of impersonating The Golden Girls, losing himself within these fictional identities as he’s confronted by figures of authority: his overworked mother, his well-meaning youth pastor, and his new Bible study partner — a gay college student. If interested, please email Cam Pfahler at *cameronjpfahler(a)gmail.com <cameronjpfahler(a)gmail.com> *with your headshot, resume, and any conflicts for the aforementioned dates to receive a copy of the script for perusal. Thank you!

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Last weekend to see Star, Auditions for Seussical JR
by Kelly Miloro 05 Dec '19

05 Dec '19

Last Weekend to see *The Star on My Heart* *Berkshire Jr/Sr High School <https://gmail.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e527ea7314e493b74d7095947&…>14510 N Cheshire St, Burton, OHDecember 6-7 at 7:30pmAdults $15, Students/Seniors $13* *www.curtain440.com/Tickets <http://www.curtain440.com/Tickets>* *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 of her time 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. Written by local playwright and director Angela Miloro-Hansen, this is last weekend of a four week tour. Please join us in this celebration of human perseverance! *CURTAIN 440 is pleased to announce auditions for their 2020 * *Youth Season Opener* *SEUSSICAL JUNIOR* *Directed by Angela Miloro-Hansen and Janna KleinMusical Direction by Logan KatochChoreography by Erica Lohan* *SIGN UP FOR AUDITIONS HERE:https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050f4cabaa2aa5fb6-curtain <https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050f4cabaa2aa5fb6-curtain>* *OPEN TO AGES 7-18* *Please prepare a 1-2 minute upbeat musical theatre song. You may sing it a capella or bring an instrumental recording to sing along to (we will be able to hook a phone to a speaker, so please know the YouTube link if you go that route!)* *Auditioners will then read from the script and learn a fun dance! Come prepared to move.Rehearsals will take place primarily in Chardon and performances will be in Burton. Auditions are at Celebration Lutheran Church in Chardon at 10621 Auburn Road.AUDITIONSDecember 13 5pm-8pmDecember 14 6:30pm-9pmREHEARSALS December 29, January 5-9, 12-16, 19-23Weekdays in the evening (approx. 6-8:30pm); Sundays in the afternoon (approx. 2-5pm)SHOW DATESJanuary 31, February 1, 2, 7, 8, 9Fridays & Saturdays 7:30pm; Sundays 2:00pmSIGN UP FOR AUDITIONS HERE:https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050f4cabaa2aa5fb6-curtain <https://gmail.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e527ea7314e493b74d7095947&…>* *AVAILABLE ROLES* *JOJO* - a smart child with a wild imagination. Strong singer. *CAT IN THE HAT *- mischievous, fun, imaginative. Must move well. *HORTON THE ELEPHANT* - sympathetic, gentle, looks for the good. Strong singer & actor *MR. MAYOR* - Jojo’s father, upstanding member of the community *MRS. MAYOR* - Jojo’s mother, upstanding member of the community *GERTRUDE MCFUZZ* - self-conscious, grows to be confident. Strong singer & actor *MAYZIE LA BIRD* - self centered, vain, larger than life. Strong singer *WICKERSHAM BROTHERS* - love to play pranks and tease. Must be very strong movers *BIRD GIRLS* - know everything, narrate. 3 strong singers & actors *SOUR KANGAROO* - loud, brassy, confident. Strong singer *YOUNG KANGAROO* - fiesty, big personality *YERTLE THE TURTLE* - authoritative, commanding *THE WHOS *- citizens of Whoville, tight-knit, supportive, great character roles *ENSEMBLE *- includes roles such as: Vlad Vladikoff, The Grinch, Jungle Citizens, Circus Animals, Hunters, Fish, Nurses, additional Wickersham Brothers & Bird Girls -- Kelly Miloro k <kellymiloro(a)gmail.com>elly(a)curtain440.com www.curtain440.com

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CASTING PAID EXTRA$ for Warner Brothers feature film
by Actor Factory 05 Dec '19

05 Dec '19

CASTING EXTRA$ to be FBI on Mon 12/9 for Warner Brothers feature film in Cleveland. Need Caucasian men 30-60 to play agents from 1969 (prefer those with hair). Picking semi-featured from the group to be fitted Fri 12/6. Must be available all day Mon 12/9. Text name, full body pic with height & weight, and email ASAP to 440-319-6913 or email same info to ufhpextras(a)gmail.com with 'FBI 69' in subject title. We will submit you immediately and confirm your booking ASAP if selected. LILLIAN PYLES CASTING lillianpylescasting.com

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BERKO REVIEW: MEAN GIRLS @ Connor Palace
by Roy Berko 05 Dec '19

05 Dec '19

•••••••••••••••• *Capsule judgment: “MEAN GIRLS” is filled with music, characters and Tina Fey-satire that will appeal to audiences.” Go, see, enjoy, but don’t expect “DEAR EVAN HANSEN” or “FAR FROM AWAY” greatness.* To read the entire review go to www.royberko.info To read the review of other CLE area reviewers go to www.clevelandtheaterreviews.com ••••••••••••••••••••

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