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Catch Me If You Can
by Marc Howard 05 Dec '19

05 Dec '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”

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Live Love and Lies Web-Series Casting Notice
by BlackButterfly Casting Company 05 Dec '19

05 Dec '19

Casting Notice for Web Series *Casting non-union actors in the Akron/Cleveland, Ohio and surrounding areas * MUST LIVE IN AKRON/CLEVELAND OR SURROUNDING AREAS!!!! *Web series will be filming on weekends in Akron and Cleveland *Actors will receive IMDB credit/food while filming/Role is non-paid *If you fit one or more of the below roles you can submit your headshot and current selfie, resume (acting reels are welcome but not required) to LiveLoveandLies(a)gmail.com with the subject line Live Love and Lies/Role you are submitting (ex. Live Love and Lies/Role: Victoria) (New actors are welcome to submit) FILMING WILL BEGIN APRIL 2020 PLEASE SUBMIT BY DECEMBER 11, 2019 CASTING NEEDS BELOW: Principal Roles Langston: Age (late 20’s to 30’s), African American male, Model/Actor, Height 5’10+, Fit/Muscular, (character traits- very sure of himself/arrogant, ladies man). Micheal: Age (30’s), African American male, Model/Actor, Height 5’10+, Clean cut look, Business type, (character traits- a family man with faults, loving but has secrets). Dre: Age (late 20’s to early 30’s), African American male, Model/Actor, Height 5’10+, Urban bad boy look, (character traits- smooth and arrogant). Xavier: Age (30’s), African American male, Model/Actor, Height 5’10+, Clean Cut, Business Type, (character traits- loving/caring and smart). Marcus: Age (30’s), African American male, Model/Actor, Height 5’10+, Clean Cut, (character traits- caring and loving) Supporting Roles Aaron: Age (30’s), African American Male, Model/Actor, Height 5’10+, Clean Cut, Business Type (character traits-kind, assertive, honest/forthcoming, able to express himself) Male Character 1: Age (30’s), African American Male, Model/Actor, Height 5’10+(character traits-flirtatious, artistic) Courtney’s Mom: Age (late 50’s-60’s), African American Female (character traits-motherly, caring) College Male Character 1: Age (18-20), African American Male (character traits-looks college age, childish, cocky) Alison: Age (30’s), Caucasian Female (character traits-rude, selfish, unaware of the real world) Michelle: Age (30’s) Caucasian Female (character traits-sweet, understanding, positive) Mrs. Anderson: Age (late 50’s) African American Female (character traits-educated, snooty, well to do) Mr. Anderson: Age (late 50’s) African American Male (character traits-educated, snooty, well to do) Older African American Woman: Age (50’s-60’s), Light skin African American Female (character traits- sweet, loving) Italian Speaking Male: Age (18+) Character will be speaking on phone so casting is open. (Character traits-happy, lighthearted)

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New Triple Threat Class at Candance Academy
by Info 04 Dec '19

04 Dec '19

New Triple Threat Class Sing • Dance • Act at Candance Academy The perfect class for your child who loves to sing and dance! Starting Thursday, January 10th Ages 5 - 12 4:15- 5:00 PM$45/month Students will begin to explore the world of musical theatre. Our new Triple Threat class, Ages 5 - 12, provides training to students with an interest in musical theatre. Using Broadway’s greatest hits, students will begin learning the basic fundamentals of singing and acting as part of an ensemble, along with Broadway dance. Students will build confidence while developing creative self-expression! Candance Academy 4588 State Route 82 Mantua, OH 44255 330-274-3262 www.candance-academy.com CandanceAcdmy1(a)gmail.com [image: triple_threat_class.jpg]

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Auditions for Playwrights Festival at convergence-continuum
by convergence-continuum 04 Dec '19

04 Dec '19

CONVERGENCE-CONTINUUM IS HOLDING AUDITIONS FOR NEOMFA PLAYWRIGHTS FESTIVAL SAT, DEC 21 AT 3 PM & SUN, DEC 22 AT 7 PM For the ninth year running, convergence-continuum will produce the plays of grad students in the Northeast Ohio Master of Fine Arts (NEOMFA) program in playwriting. The Festival will take place over two weekends: Feb. 13-16 and Feb. 20-22 next year. Rehearsals will start the second week of January. Those who have participated in the past can testify that the Festival is an intensive, busy and thoroughly fun experience! This time there will be one full-length play (by Morgan Elswick), one one-act play (by Ralph Meyers) and two 10-minute plays (Justin Lazor / Oana Leuca). The full-length will be presented on one of the weekends, and the three shorter plays will be presented on the other. In all, the four plays have at least 17 roles: from younger to older actors, of all genders, races and ethnicities. Auditions will consist of readings from the scripts, but the auditions will be general Festival auditions, not for specific plays. All four directors will be present. It is possible that you could be cast in a play that you did not read from during auditions. It is also could be possible that you may be cast in two plays, e.g. a full-length + a 10-minute play, or two 10-minute plays. ALL THOSE AUDITIONING SHOULD SHOW UP AT EITHER 3 PM ON SATURDAY OR 7 PM SUNDAY at CONVERGENCE-CONTINUUM, 2438 SCRANTON RD, CLEVELAND 44113 (Tremont neighborhood). PLEASE LET US KNOW IF AND WHEN YOU WILL BE ATTENDING (OR HAVE QUESTIONS) BY REPLYING TO THIS EMAIL.

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Fw: Free Kwanzaa Celebration Education for Children
by Evette France 04 Dec '19

04 Dec '19

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The Last Fireplace on Sunday!
by shaun doyle 04 Dec '19

04 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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"Jingle Bell Follies" opening at Theatre 8:15
by Theatre 8:15 04 Dec '19

04 Dec '19

Theatre 8:15 presents... "Jingle Bell Follies" An old fashion Theatre 8:15 Christmas! Directed by Andrea Anderson and John Herhold A family variety show for all ages! A Christmas celebration including songs, dance and holiday skits and a visit from Santa Claus! PERFORMANCE DATES: December 6 - December 21, 2019 Fridays and Saturdays @ 8:15 pm Sundays @ 2:15 pm Tickets: Adults $13 - Seniors / Students $ 10 - Children (5 and under) $ 5 ** Tickets are available through our on line Box Office at www.theatre815.com. For more information call (330) 896-0339 or email tickets(a)theatre815.com Theatre 8:15 4740 Massillon Rd Green OH 44232 (330) 896-0339 www.theatre815.com

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A CHRISTMAS CAROL opens FRIDAY!
by fctheatre 04 Dec '19

04 Dec '19

French Creek Theatre<http://metroparks.cc/theatre.php> is pleased to present... A CHRISTMAS CAROL (Barlow) by Charles Dickens A New Adaptation by Patrick Barlow Directed by Jacqi Loewy Costume Design by Justin Bilewicz Stage Management by Julie Billinghurst Sound Design by Stan Kozak Lighting Design by Michael Martinek Scenic Design & Technical Direction by Nicholas Thornburg In this fresh and lively adaptation of the beloved Charles Dickens' classic, a small troupe of actors tell the entire redemptive story of Ebenezer Scrooge with puppetry, song and a lot of imagination. Fast-paced and funny, this intimate production still honors the true spirit of the season as Scrooge comes to learn and remind us that we are "A great family! Sharing the great journey of this life and the great blessing of this great rolling earth... Are we not Mr. Cratchit sir?" PERFORMANCES December 6-22, 2019 Fridays & Saturdays @ 7:30PM Sundays @ 3:00PM TICKETS Adults $16-$18 Youth (under 18) $10 Call (440) 949-5200, purchase online<http://metroparks.cc/french-creek-theatre-tickets.php> or visit the FCT Box Office, open 10AM-4:30PM daily. FEATURING John Bassett Emmy Cohen Barb Dragony Jessica Dupee Bob Keefe Corey Knick Michael Knobloch Mandy Solis "A Christmas Carol (Barlow)" is presented by special arrangement with Samuel French, Inc., a Concord Theatricals Company

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ASAP! Christmas Carol Volunteer Actors Needed! SpringHill Players
by Amy B 04 Dec '19

04 Dec '19

Massillon's SpringHill Players Needed volunteer actors for scripted readings of Charles Dicken's A Christmas Carol No experience necessary, just a willingness to have fun! Readings are set to last 45 minutes from start to finish. Dates and locations below... Saturday, Dec. 7, 2 pm @ First Ladies Museum (5 actors needed) Sunday, Dec. 8, 5:15pm & 6:30pm @ Massillon Library (5 actors needed) Thursday, Dec. 12, 7 pm @ First Ladies Museum (7 actors needed) Saturday, Dec. 14, 7 pm @ Newman's Creek (7 actors needed) Saturday, Dec. 21, 7 pm @ SpringHill Historic Home (5 actors needed) If interested please email Cbonakoski(a)gmail.com Include Subject: Christmas Carol

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Professional Dance Workshop and Audition for Paid Company Positions!
by Irene Honora 04 Dec '19

04 Dec '19

*Professional Dance Workshop and Audition for Paid Company Positions!* On December 14th and 15th, The Movement Project will be hosting its annual Winter Workshop and audition at Playhouse Square! Professionals and collegiate students are welcome to partake in this 2-Day Workshop to hone their skills and build connections with the dance community. On top of a plethora of classes to take, TMP is also holding an audition for internships and paid positions with its company. The Movement Project is searching for well-rounded dancers with a background in modern/contemporary, ballet, composition, and pedagogy. Company members' responsibilities include (but are not limited to) rehearsals, technique classes, performances, composition, teaching, outreach engagements, and weekly administrative duties/roles. For more details, including classes, pricing, and more audition info, visit our website here: http://www.themovementproject.org/winterworkshop19 <http://www.themovementproject.org/winterworkshop19>-- *Irene Honora* Company Member The Movement Project http://www.themovementproject.org/

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