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Special Nutcracker Luncheon event December 15th!
by Regina Pietraroia 03 Dec '19

03 Dec '19

Nutcracker LuncheonSunday, December 15, 2019 | 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM - *Carrie Cerino's | 8922 Ridge Road, North Royalton* Join us for a whimsical afternoon of delightful dancing and delicious food! Get in the holiday spirit by sharing a special afternoon with us at Carrie Cerino’s in North Royalton. A fabulous lunch will be served, followed by a performance by our beautiful company dancers of excerpts from the classic ballet, The Nutcracker. This is sure to be a fun event for the whole family - featuring crafts and opportunities to meet the ballerinas for the little ones, and raffle baskets and other fun for adults! Reserve your tickets today! Tickets include luncheon (salad, beverage, meal, and dessert), crafts and activities for kids, and performance. To purchase tickets visit our website <http://www.danceartsbyregina.com/workshops> or call 440-230-9018. *Tickets must be reserved no later than Wednesday, Dec. 11th.* *Regina Pietraroia* *Artistic Director**, Dance Arts by Regina* *North Royalton: *10670 Royalton Road | N Royalton, OH 44133 | 440-230-9018 *Cleveland/Studio 11: *2337 W. 11th Street | Cleveland, OH 44113 www.danceartsbyregina.com Facebook <http://www.facebook.com/danceartsbyregina> and Instagram <http://www.instagram.com/danceartsbyregina>

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Actress for Short Film - Needed This Week
by B.R. Tatalovic, producer 03 Dec '19

03 Dec '19

URGENT (Cleveland area): student short film needs an actress for the LEAD role this week. Age: approx. 30+ Race: Open Story description: She’s the “boss”, interviewing young applicant who is nervous and oversharing… Filming date: 12/6/19 (or if that’s not possible, might be rescheduled 2-3 days later) Note: 5-6 hours of shooting only on one location in Cleveland area. The film will be completed this month and digital download will be available for actors. Compensation: credit and digital footage for your demo reel. Below: student’s cinematography sample link. https://vimeo.com/361310259 Contact email: RennyMontgomery(a)gmail.com (contact student-director to ABOVE listed email only - email student TODAY with any questions or if you are interested in this role) <https://vimeo.com/361310259?fbclid=IwAR2XiEhlknCOM0rAlj4pF-bsOu37K5L-Xu92WY…>

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Live Love and Lies Web-Series Casting
by BlackButterfly Casting Company 03 Dec '19

03 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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Western Reserve Playhouse opens Friday our Finale 2019 MainStage Show this Friday!
by Western Reserve Playhouse 02 Dec '19

02 Dec '19

Western Reserve Playhouse Presents Happy Hollandaise! By Tim Koenig Directed by Ian Atwood Synopsis: All Claire Finley wants is the perfect Christmas. She’s hired the celebrated gourmet chef, Vilma Hasenpfeffer, to prepare her famous Hasenpfeffer Hollandaise Sauce for her dinner guests — the new vicar, Father Abbott, and his very pregnant wife, Mary. Unfortunately, however, the chef is late, the guests are too early, and there are burglars loose in the neighborhood. To top it all off, Claire’s father has been hit on the head (with the crèche, no less!) and thinks he’s the leading man in all of the West End theatre productions of the last 30 years! With the help of her quirky brother George, Claire tries to keep everything together as it continues to unravel in this sidesplitting British farce, reminiscent of Arsenic and Old Lace. But once the mayhem dies down and the mixed-up identities unscramble, the true Christmas spirit shines bright in a surprise ending, which involves transformation, forgiveness, and a beautiful new beginning. This cast is filled with new talent on our stage as well as some fan-favorites. This ensemble cast features Ben Arrington (Assassins), Victoria Kirgesner (Emma), Kayla Lehman (Emma), Mia Radabaugh (Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf), Dennis Runkle (Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf) and, new to our stage: Christian Achkar; Kristina Rivera; Shane Stahl; and Leah Thompson! Directed by Ian Atwood (WRP’s award-winning musical, Tomorrow Morning); Stage Managed by Hannah Hilty (Assassins); Costume Design by Michael James ( Tartuffe); Light Design/Set Design by Daniel Hunsicker (Heathers); Props by Brianna Joi (Anne of Green Gables); and Set Construction by our wonderful Jim Gremba. Happy Hollandaise by Tim Koenig runs from December 6-22, 2019. Tickets are $17.00 for Adults and $15.00 for Students and Seniors. Tickets can be purchased online at www.thewrp.org or at the door. TITLE: Happy Hollandaise BY: Tim Koenig VENUE AND ADDRESS: 3326 Everett Road, Bath, Ohio 44268 RUN DATES:December 6-21, 2019 TIMES OF SHOWS: Fridays and Saturdays 8:00PM - Sunday, December 15, 2019 @ 2PM TICKETS: $17.00 for Adults and $15.00 for Seniors/Students BOX OFFICE: 330-620-7314 WEB: WesternReservePlayhouse.org <http://www.westernreserveplayhouse.org>

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BOGO Ticket Offer - Critically Acclaimed "Live Bodies for Sale"
by Playwrights Local 02 Dec '19

02 Dec '19

SPECIAL TICKET OFFER! Buy One Get One Free for NEohioPAL Subscribers For the following performances: - *Friday, December 6 @ 7:30 pm *[Talkback w/Maya Simek, CWRU Health & Human Trafficking Clinic] - *Saturday, December 7 @ 7:30 pm* [Talkback w/Rachel Lovell, Begun Center for Violence Prevention and Education] - *Sunday, December 8 @ 2:30 pm* [Talkback w/Det. John Morgan, Cuyahoga Regional Human Trafficking Task Force] Buy one/get one free applicable to any ticket level $18 Adults | $15 Seniors & Groups | $12 Students Apply offer with code (all lowercase): *neohiopal* Direct ticket link: https://bit.ly/2DFWBkm Ticket link via show page: http://www.playwrightslocal.org/livebodiesforsale/ While supplies last. info(a)playwrightslocal.org | (216) 302-8856 *Playwrights Local Presents* *A World Premiere* *LIVE BODIES FOR SALE* *Written by Christopher JohnstonDirected by Terrence Spivey* WHAT THE CRITICS SAY “An unabashed emotional roller coaster...warrants the attention of those beyond the theater community.” -- Scene <https://www.clevescene.com/cleveland/live-bodies-for-sale-brims-with-heartf…> “Compassionate, moving, and startling….an absolutely must-see experience.” -- Broadway World <https://www.broadwayworld.com/cleveland/article/BWW-Review-Impressive-Start…> / Cool Cleveland <https://coolcleveland.com/2019/11/theater-review-live-bodies-for-sale-playw…> “Make the trek to Waterloo Arts District to see the world-premiere Playwrights Local production.” -- The Plain Dealer <https://www.cleveland.com/entertainment/2019/11/live-bodies-for-sale-talent…> “A captivating expose...Have the courage to see this.” -- Mark Horning <https://misterh215.wixsite.com/mysite/single-post/2019/12/02/Playwrights-Lo…> “A stark, sensitive, shocking exposé.” -- Land of Cleve <http://inthelandofcleve.blogspot.com/2019/11/cleve-review-christopher-johns…> ========================== *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. SHOWDATES November 22 - December 15, 2019 Friday - Saturday at 7:30 p.m. & Sunday at 2:30 p.m. WEBPAGE http://www.playwrightslocal.org/livebodiesforsale/ ========================== 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 ======================================== 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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THIS WEEKEND: DEC 5 - 21 | Teatro Público de Cleveland blows the roof off with this Latino culture and modern music-infused take on Dickens’ classic Christmas tale
by Caitlin Lewins 02 Dec '19

02 Dec '19

Cleveland Public Theatre & Teatro Público de Cleveland present A XMAS CUENTO REMIX<https://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2019-2020/a-xmas-cuento-remi…> DECEMBER 5 – 21 By Maya Malan-Gonzalez Composition & Arrangements by Emiliano Valdez & Daniel Valdez Directed by Holly Holsinger ¡Este no es el cuento navideño de la abuela! Teatro Público de Cleveland blows the roof off with this Latino culture and modern music-infused take on Dickens’ classic Christmas tale. Performed in English and Spanish. NNPN Rolling World Premiere with Milagro Theatre & 16th Street Theater. FEATURING: Tania Benites, Angel Luis Centeno, Mónica A. Cerpa Zúñiga, Brett DiCello, Valerie A. Mathis, Christina Patterson, Gil Peña, Blanca Iris García Rivera Salva, Andrew Aaron Valdez*, Anthony “TonyFresh” Velez, Selena Awesome Vicarío, Hillary Wheelock THE CREATIVE PRODUCTION TEAM INCLUDES: Raymond Bobgan – Producer Faye Hargate – Line Producer Maria DiDonato – Music Director Lilly Corona Moreno – Dramaturg & Assistant Director Anthony “TonyFresh” Velez – Choreographer Jesse Reagan Hernon – Stage Manager Sylka Edmondson – Assistant Stage Manager Aaron Benson* – Scenic Designer Inda Blatch-Geib – Costume Designer Chialla Geib-Fenske – Costume Assistant & Wardrobe Richard Ingraham – Sound Designer Jeremy Paul – Lighting Designer Jonathan “Johnny V” Velez – Sound Operator Musicians: Maria DiDonato (Piano), Tim Miller (Percussion), Joseph Rangel (Guitar), Kevin Thompson (Bass) *2019/2020 Premiere Fellow Tickets are $15 – $35 Students/Seniors receive $5 off on Friday and Saturday nights. Matinees are "Family Days" with $10 tickets for youth under 18. Preview: $15 Standard Price (Thursday, Sunday): $15 Standard Price (Friday, Saturday): $35 The Saturday 12/21 performance at 3:00pm is $15. 6415 Detroit Avenue, Cleveland OH 44102 CPT is located in the heart of the Gordon Square Arts District. Tickets available at www.cptonline.org<http://www.cptonline.org> or CPT Box Office (216) 631-2727 x501. Caitlin Lewins she / her / hers Director of Audience Engagement & Media Relations Cleveland Public Theatre 6415 Detroit Ave Cleveland OH, 44102 (216) 631-2727 x211

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Auditions for "The Nerd" by Larry Shue
by Jim Weaver 02 Dec '19

02 Dec '19

This hilarious seven-character comedy, *The Nerd, *centers on the adventures of architect Willum Cubbert and his cohorts. Mayhem ensues when Willum gets an unexpected visit. There are roles available for two women (Tansy & Clelia), four men (Willum, Axel, Waldgrave & Rick) and one child (Thor). The age ranges for the adults are 20s to 50s. Thor is about 8-12 years old. Jim Weaver is the director for this production. Auditions will be held at Kent State University -Stark on Wednesday and Thursday, December 4th and 5th from 6:30-9:30PM in the Fine Arts Building. The address is 6000 Frank Ave. NW, N. Canton. A short comedic monologue is more than welcome but reading sides from the script will also be available. Evening rehearsals start January 20th and Friday, March 6th is opening night. Weekend performances are on March 6, 7, 8, 13, 14 & 15. More detailed information and character descriptions are available at: www.kent.edu/stark/theatre-auditions. All are welcome, please come join us.

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Imaginos Productions Paid Actor Needed Immediately
by Jacob Whitson 02 Dec '19

02 Dec '19

Imaginos Proudctions LLC is looking for a young female actor who can portray the island princess Moana for an interactive, 2 hour meet & greet event in Cleveland, OH with other costumed characters. This is a paid work opportunity. The event is THIS WEEKEND, Sunday, December 8th, from 2 to 4pm. Actors expected to arrive by 12:30pm to a call time at Imaginos' office in Berea, OH--but other arrangements can be made if necessary. Actor is not required to sing. If interested, please send headshot and resume to contact(a)imaginosproductions.com or call at (440) 973-6629 and more details can be provided. *Imaginos Productions LLC* *682 West Bagley Road, #A-8, Berea, OH 44017* 440-973-6629 contact(a)imaginosproductions.com

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Big Fish sign language interpreted performance THIS Sunday!
by Bailey Pfohl 02 Dec '19

02 Dec '19

BIG FISH Holiday Intergenerational Production, Ages 7+ Show Run: Nov 22 - Dec 15 Remaining Performances: Dec 5, 6, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 15 At Near West Theatre<http://nearwesttheatre.org/> SPECIAL PERFORMANCES: Sensory Performance - Thursday, Dec 5 Sign Language Interpreted - Sunday, Dec 8 Pay What You Can - Thursday, Dec 12 Directed by NWT's Artistic Director, Trinidad Snider. ABOUT THE SHOW<http://nearwesttheatre.org/pages/big-fish>: Edward Bloom has lived a full and magical life, populated by witches, giants, and mermaids, marked by true love that stops time in its tracks, and framed by heroics that push the limits of believability. His adult son, Will, is no longer amused by his father's fantastical tales, insisting on a rational rather than a fantastical account of one's life. When Edward's health declines, and Will learns that he and his wife, Josephine, will have a son of their own, Will decides to find out his father's "true" life story, once and for all. Big Fish is a heartfelt, powerful, and truly magical musical about parents and their children, and the tales that we use to define our identities and leave behind as part of our legacy. Based on the celebrated novel by Daniel Wallace and the acclaimed film directed by Tim Burton, Big Fish tells a spectacular and fantastical story that is overflowing with love. TICKETING: General Admission - $10/Adults, $8/Children 12 and under Star Seats<http://nwt.strikeforcecreative.com/pages/tickets> - $25 Star Seat Bundle & Star Seat FlexPasses<http://nwt.strikeforcecreative.com/pages/tickets> are perfect gifts for the holiday season! Pay What You Can tickets can be purchased in advance by phone only. Limited regular ticketing is available online to allow for night-of walkup availability. TO ORDER: Go online<https://boxoffice.diamondticketing.com/nearwest/events>, Call the Box Office: 216-961-6391, or Visit in person Box Office hours are Monday - Friday, 11am - 4pm ---- Near West Theatre 6702 Detroit Ave Cleveland, OH 44102 O: 216-961-9750 www.nearwesttheatre.org<http://www.nearwesttheatre.org> Near West Theatre builds loving relationships and engages diverse people in strengthening their sense of identity, passion, and purpose, individually and in community, through accessible, affordable, and transformational theatre arts experiences.

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PLEASE SHARE: SENSORY PERFORMANCE for individuals on the autism spectrum
by Bailey Pfohl 02 Dec '19

02 Dec '19

BIG FISH Holiday Intergenerational Production, Ages 7+ SENSORY PERFORMANCE: Thursday, Dec. 5 Other Performances: Dec. 6, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 15 At Near West Theatre<http://nearwesttheatre.org/> Sensory performances are intended to accommodate individuals on the autism spectrum or those who may require augmented lighting, muted sound effects and a more casual audience setting. While the script and music remain the same, the show-going experience is significantly altered. Individuals who do not require such accommodation may prefer to attend on another performance date. For more information please contact the Box Office at 216-961-6391. ABOUT THE SHOW<http://nearwesttheatre.org/pages/big-fish>: Edward Bloom has lived a full and magical life, populated by witches, giants, and mermaids, marked by true love that stops time in its tracks, and framed by heroics that push the limits of believability. His adult son, Will, is no longer amused by his father's fantastical tales, insisting on a rational rather than a fantastical account of one's life. When Edward's health declines, and Will learns that he and his wife, Josephine, will have a son of their own, Will decides to find out his father's "true" life story, once and for all. Big Fish is a heartfelt, powerful, and truly magical musical about parents and their children, and the tales that we use to define our identities and leave behind as part of our legacy. Based on the celebrated novel by Daniel Wallace and the acclaimed film directed by Tim Burton, Big Fish tells a spectacular and fantastical story that is overflowing with love. TICKETING: General Admission - $10/Adults, $8/Children 12 and under Star Seats<http://nwt.strikeforcecreative.com/pages/tickets> - $25 TO ORDER: Go online<https://boxoffice.diamondticketing.com/nearwest/events>, Call the Box Office: 216.961.6391, or Visit in person Box Office hours are Monday - Friday, 11am - 4pm ---- Near West Theatre 6702 Detroit Ave Cleveland, OH 44102 O: 216-961-9750 www.nearwesttheatre.org<http://www.nearwesttheatre.org> Near West Theatre builds loving relationships and engages diverse people in strengthening their sense of identity, passion, and purpose, individually and in community, through accessible, affordable, and transformational theatre arts experiences.

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