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Audition taping studio available!
by Jami Kinton 20 Dec '19

20 Dec '19

For actors home for the holidays and needing a studio to tape auditions or voiceovers, please check out Cleveland Audition Taping! We edit the same day and have everything you need to record a top-notch, professional audition! We also have a teleprompter available for no extra charge, and do our best to accommodate your schedule whether you need an audition early morning or late at night! We also do demo reels and headshots! Email Jami Kinton, jami(a)kintonmediagroup.com and visit us online facebook. com/clevelandauditiontaping or clevelandauditiontaping.com.

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Performing Arts Camp and the Mandel JCC!
by Emma Miller 20 Dec '19

20 Dec '19

Do you have a kindergarten-9th grader looking for a summer filled with theater, dance, music, community, and fun?! Look no further! The Francine & Benson Pilloff Family Performing Arts Camp is the place for you! The Mandel JCC's Performing Arts Camp provides a safe and nurturing environment in which kids of all ages and experience levels can shine on stage. Performing Arts Camp programming changes as your kids grow, so it's a great for early performers and seasoned actors alike. New this summer, we're introducing expanded production opportunities for our oldest campers, a revamped leadership training/ensemble-building program for rising 9th graders, enhanced technical theater training for those interested in being behind-the-scenes, and more. Contact Emma Miller at emiller(a)mandeljcc.org or (216) 831-0700 x1494 with questions, or visit www.mandeljcc.org for registration and more.

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Seeking P/T Box Office Manager & Facilities Coordinator at convergence-continuum
by Cory Molner 20 Dec '19

20 Dec '19

convergence-continuum is seeking energetic and dependable individuals to join our operations team in one of several roles. Become a part of our awesome 19-plus years of outstanding theatre and enjoy a professional but light-hearted work environment, free admission to productions, free (street) parking and flexible hours! Please contact Cory Molner (cmolner(a)convergence-continuum.org) to apply or for more information. Box Office Manager The Box Office Manager is responsible for the smooth operation of the front of house prior to and during performances of productions and other events. Duties include, but are not limited to the following: 1. Open up theater and backstage area. 2. Set up Box Office (Ticketleap etc.). 3. Stocking and preparing concessions prior to performances. 4. Ensuring the theatre, lobby, and restroom areas are clean and stocked. 5. Facilitate walk-up ticket sales. 6. Assist patrons with accessibility issues, ticketing problems or any other issues. 7. At the conclusion of the performance, count cash box and record cash receipts, generate reports from ticketleap- box office ticketing software. 8. At the conclusion of the show, double-check all areas (backstage, theater and basement) and lock up building. QUALIFICATIONS: · Ideally seeking an individual who has previous box office experience · Must be computer proficient and able to learn new ticketing software easily · An even demeanor and the ability to provide exceptional customer service even in high-stress situations. · Detail oriented and comfortable handing and overseeing cash/credit sales. This is a paid part time position that will need to have availability for performances, and be able to periodically check reservations voicemails and update ticketing software throughout the week. Candidates do NOT need to have regular weekday daytime availability. Please contact Cory Molner (cmolner(a)convergence-continuum.org) to apply or for more information. ___ Facilities Coordinator The Facilities coordinator is in charge of the overall general upkeep and maintenance of the building. To that end, the Facilities coordinator: 1. Ensures that the lobby, stage, backstage areas, shop, bathrooms and outdoor areas are clean and maintained during all performances, rehearsals and events. 2. Is responsible for identifying maintenance and supply needs and maintain supplies used by the theatre. 3. Is responsible for identifying, performing and/or managing repairs that need to be undertaken and creating and overseeing building beautification projects. Including obtaining price quotes and selecting companies for repairs and building beautification projects in collaboration with the Executive Director. 4. Works collaboratively with the staff and Board of Directors to fulfill the organizations mission, goals, and long-term strategic plan. This is a paid part time position that will have flexibility in hours and time commitments. Candidates do NOT need to have regular weekday daytime availability. Please contact Cory Molner (cmolner(a)convergence-continuum.org) to apply or for more information. Cory Molner Executive Director, convergence-continuum Theater The theatre company, convergence-continuum, was founded in 2000 by Clyde Simon and Brian Breth as a not-for-profit corporation in the state of Ohio. The company’s mission is to produce alternative/experimental theatre work by living playwrights and new plays by local playwrights. The company seeks to create a core ensemble that continues to work together over the long term in exploring and developing its artistic voice, and performance and production practices, to create up-close, environmentally-staged productions that challenge the status quo and extend the boundaries of theatre. >From the beginning, convergence-continuum has been known as the producer of innovative, new plays that aren’t likely to be seen anywhere else in the region – works by living playwrights only. Most are Ohio or Cleveland premiers by playwrights currently emerging onto the theatre scene with daring, ground-breaking, topical, challenging, off-the-wall works, which convergence-continuum presents in inventive, frequently multi-media, productions. The company has also produced a number of world premieres by adventurous Cleveland playwrights creating within non-conventional genres.

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Creative Studio and Office Space Available starting at $39
by H&E Productions 20 Dec '19

20 Dec '19

*COMING SOON IN JANUARY 2020. * *THE CLEVELAND FILM SPACE *is a shared community space in Lakewood for film and video professionals and other creatives. No lease, no high rent, just a professional space to meet with clients and work on projects when you need it. Plans start at just $39 per month. Now accepting applications at www.clevelandfilmspace.com We are also looking for some partners to get on board early and help with the launch in exchange for free access to the space. Interested parties should contact us at handeprod(a)gmail.com

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Auditions: CASTING STUDENT FILM
by Karen Carr 20 Dec '19

20 Dec '19

ACTORS NEEDED FOR STUDENT FILM! *The Tri-C Student Short Film A Rose For Maria is casting child and adult actors based in Cleveland, Ohio and surrounding areas* *The film is a short narrative film running 20 minutes in length *Actors will receive IMdB credit/Role is non-paid **AUDITIONS ARE VIA VIDEO SUBMISSION** SYNOPSIS Arthur Foley died in 1956. After his death, he was given a job escorting other deceased to the next life. Sixty years later, he meets with Ernest, an old friend from the 50s who’s recently perished. The two chat about the horrors, beauty and connectedness of life as well as Arthur’s long-lost love Maria. A Rose For Maria is a Fantasy Drama in the likes of The Green Mile, Meet Joe Black, and The Sixth Sense, taking place partially in the present and partially in the 1950s. CHARACTER BIOS This link allows you to view the character bios https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040F4AA5AE23A2FD0-arosefor AUDITION DETAILS IF YOU FIT ONE OR MORE ROLES PLEASE EMAIL makingaroseformaria(a)gmail.com : -The role you are submitting -A recent photo/selfie -Demo reel or resume Audition sides and video submission instructions will then be emailed to you (New actors are welcome to submit) Auditions open until January 3rd, 2020 Callbacks if needed are January 11th, 2020. Rehearsal dates pending. For questions or further information contact Karen Carr at karen_carr(a)icloud.com

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Improv Workshop Tomorrow (Saturday) with Michael Busch (UCB, IO) - Two Spots Left!
by Michael Busch 20 Dec '19

20 Dec '19

*Improv Workshop Tomorrow (Saturday) with Michael Busch (UCB, IO) - Two Spots Left!* Starting Strong: Longform Improv Intensive Date and Time: 12/21/2019 1-5pm Location: The Winchester Lakewood, OH Cost: $60 Sign up <https://michael-busch-comedy.square.site/product/starting-strong-longform-i…> Details: When it comes to longform improvisation, how you start is important. If you put in the work up top, you won’t find yourself struggling to invent things later on. In this four hour longform improv intensive, students will focus on: -Organic initiations - finding the first unusual/funny thing in a scene and building upon it with your scene partner -Playing the game of the scene - finding and heightening patterns from the first unusual/funny thing -Pulling information from monologues -Constructing solid premise based initiations based on information from monologues ...plus focused coaching and feedback from your instructor. Students should be 18+ and have a basic understanding or education/experience with longform improv. Space for this intensive is very limited; register early to guarantee seating. The workshop will be from 1-5 pm with a 12 person cap. Attendees are asked to arrive 15 minutes early to check-in. About the instructor: Michael Busch <https://www.themichaelbusch.com/> is a Cleveland native who has over fifteen years of professional experience in the Los Angeles comedy scene and entertainment industry as an actor, writer, director, and producer. To learn more about his work and other class offerings here in Cleveland, please visit https://www.themichaelbusch.com/ Training Michael Busch is a graduate of IO’s improv training program and studied improv and sketch at The Upright Citizens Brigade <https://ucbcomedy.com/user/5147> with founders Matt Besser and Matt Walsh, among others. Experience Michael Busch has acted in sketches on Human Giant <https://youtu.be/GsgQ44_uFW4>, Key & Peele <https://youtu.be/LiwU5jPMnFw>, and Conan <https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAcWQCkAetar-Yp_XFsANHuzML-16oqcr>; written sketches and digital series for FunnyorDie <https://youtu.be/_Py6RkjNNWQ>, Comedy Central, AwesomenessTV, Break, and Maker Studios; was a member of multiple house improv (Harold) teams at IO West and UCBTLA, a writer/performer on a house sketch (Maude) team at UCBTLA, and has also written/directed/produced/acted in various other shows there. Additional television and film acting credits: The Goldbergs, Adam Ruins Everything <https://youtu.be/mid1VvK9Xpg>, Glee <https://youtu.be/RCakbY1ZIus>, The Middle, Pretty Little Liars <https://vimeo.com/220263095>, The Ghost Whisperer, Community, Jimmy Kimmel Live, The Arsenio Hall Show, Body of Proof, Hope & Randy <https://youtu.be/0rprFSG8cTY>, Franklin & Bash, Workaholics, Carpoolers, Miss March, and dozens of national commercials <https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAcWQCkAetapZYVuFghpm0Bz_D-iP3nR_>. -- For class information please visit: https://www.themichaelbusch.com/classes

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CJN year-end awards for the best Cleveland theater of 2019
by Bob Abelman 20 Dec '19

20 Dec '19

The Best Cleveland Theater of 2019 Bob Abelman Cleveland Jewish News, The News Herald, The Morning Journal Every year, local professional theater companies devote themselves to putting on the best shows possible. Although some companies have deeper pockets, more Actors’ Equity contracts or a grander facility than others, talent makes itself known and creativity always rises to the surface no matter the pay scale or the palace. The CJN wishes to recognize excellent productions and performances from this past year. There is no shortage of either across our many Cleveland area stages considering the breadth of this year’s award recipients. For more of this review, go to: www.clevelandjewishnews.com/columnists/bob_abelman/

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Audition for Willy Wonka, Jr in the new year!
by Tim Shamburger 20 Dec '19

20 Dec '19

Upcoming Auditions at 82nd Street Theatre For *Willy Wonka, Jr.* SHOW DATES March 12-14, 2020 *Auditioning students in Grade 4 through College* Sunday, January 5, 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM OR Monday, January 6, 6-9 PM (possible call backs Wed, Jan 8, 6-7:30 PM) Director Debbie Taylor Our auditions are held with all actors together. It is a relaxed atmosphere and we ask that students stay for the whole time. Please be prepared to sing up to 32 bars of a show tune or Disney song acapella and you will do some reading from the script. Fill Out an Online Form at Eventbrite Registration <https://www.eventbrite.com/e/willy-wonkajr-auditions-registration-850373399…> Find more information here: http://alcc.cc/audition Auditions at Abundant Life Community Church 10143 Royalton Road, Suite N and O North Royalton, OH 44133 440-877-1202 Alcc.cc Direct inquiries to 82(a)alcc.cc

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Laura Kepley & Tarah Flanagan: Shining CPH Lights on "Wake Up And Live With the Arts"
by sue holland johnson 19 Dec '19

19 Dec '19

Hurry! Come See Tarah Flanagan in"Every Brilliant Thing," Directed by Laura Kepley, on "Wake Up And Live with the Arts"https://youtu.be/kjHlewzp8Dg WUAL with Laura Kepley & Tarah FlanaganHello, Arts Supporters . . .Laura and Tarah chat with Sue Johnson, host, about the current, running play, "Every Brilliant Thing," starring Tarah, This 90-minute solo performance piece takes a humorous, down-right funny, look at some of the major challenges, including mental illness, depression and suicide so many individuals face. You will enjoy Tarah's interaction with the audience as she tells the on-going story revolving around her Mom.Audiences may remember Tarah's terrific solo performance from CPH's last season's production, "The Illiad."Directed by Laura Kepley, "Every Brilliant Thing" has already opened and closes December 22nd.The role is also performed by Alex Brightwell, in alternating dates, with Tarah.For tickets: 216-241-6000.https://youtu.be/kjHlewzp8Dg WUAL with Laura Kepley Thanks to Kristin Netzband, PR and Audience Development, for supporting and arranging for "Wake Up And Live With the Arts" to appear at theCleveland Playhouse. Sue Johnson Director, Wake Up And Live's Actors Studio Producer, "Wake Up And Live With the Arts" wakeupandlives(a)gmail.com

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LAST WEEKEND of A CHRISTMAS CAROL!
by fctheatre 19 Dec '19

19 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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