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EVENT - HERE the (improvised) Musical! - Benefit for Mass Hysteria Fest 2019
by Sam Dee 12 Apr '19

12 Apr '19

*HERE the (Improvised) Musical!* Benefit for Mass Hysteria Fest 2019 With Tara DeFrancisco & Rance Rizzutto *Mahall's Main Stage* * 13200 Madison Ave, Lakewood, OH 44107 * *April 27th- Doors at 7pm - Show at 8pm - $10* Mass Hysteria - Comedy Fest <https://www.facebook.com/masshysteriafest/> 2019's first official event! We've invited back our headliners from last year for a night of laughs, weekend workshops & to raise money for the fest! Mass Hysteria is Created by Cleveland show-runners & improvisers, Deena Nyer Mendlowitz & Sam Dee, who got excited about a weekend highlighting female run shows & improv troupes! Their first fest debuted at Forest City Brewery Oct. 4th, 5th & 6th of 2018 with loads of workshops, improv & local performances to packed crowds. Mass Hysteria is Created by women, for everyone! Our second coming will be at Mahall’s in September of 2019! Opening for HERE will be a hearty blend of Cleveland Improvisers featuring: Deena Nyer Mendlowitz Sam Dee Dionne D. Atchison Kimberly Pride Carolyn Chan Mike Frye James Angelo Catullo Scott Shepard Joseph Lewis Here the Improvised Musical with Tara DeFrancisco & Rance Rizzutto. Veteran Chicago improvisers Tara DeFrancisco and Rance Rizzutto have been performing together for well over a thousand shows and well over a decade. HERE is one of Chicago’s most lauded shows presenting the original two-person improvised musical. Chicago Tribune Critic-Recommended and called “Nothing Short of Genius” by NPR, this show has been brought to 14 countries and 40 cities worldwide. In HERE, Tara and Rance get one suggestion to create theme through an opening number, design characters and storylines inspired by that theme, and effortlessly weave the strings together to discover one piece. Funny, beautiful, and charming, HERE “has shown something new and amazing is possible in improvisation” and has been called groundbreaking by audiences around the globe. www.masshysteriafest.com | www.taraandrance.com

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It’s A New WUAL Day! Master the Art: Career, Performance & Life Consulting. “Makeovers, Miracles & Magic”
by sue holland johnson 12 Apr '19

12 Apr '19

It’s A New WUAL Day! Master the Art: Career, Performance & Life Consulting“Makeovers, Miracles & Magic” Sue Johnson and the WUAL Team ask . . . Need help? Need advice? . Editing your play or prose . Producing your play . Creating a Voiceover promo for your special event . Producing short videos . Acting (on-stage, on-camera, voiceover) . Auditioning (theatre, on-camera, voiceover) . Marketing your talent . Motivational & public speaking . Creating your artistic lifestyle We will: . Answer your questions. . Show you how. . Help you do. For consultation appointments by phone & in-person. Go to wakeupandlives(a)gmail.com Checks payable to Wake Up And Live’s Actors Studio Consulting fees via PayPal. Go to www.wakeupandlives.com “Seek & you shall find.” “Ask and it shall be given.” Sue Johnson, SAG/AFTRA Director, WUAL Producer, “Wake Up and Live With the Arts” wakeuupandlives(a)gmail.com www.wakeupandlives.com . . . . . . Sue Johnson, Director of the Wake Up And Live’s Actors Studio (WUAL) is an actor, director, producer, coach and consultant. Sue produces, directs and hosts “Wake Up And Live With the Arts” YouTube show which celebrates and showcases the diversity of performing and cultural artists. Established in 1997, WUAL has provided more than 700 aspiring and experienced performingartists and playwrights with an opportunity to learn, improve and practice their crafts and skills through artistic performance, which provides actors and other performing artists the opportunity to showcase their talents through plays, prose, poetry, performance pieces,dance and music. . . . . .

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Review of "Art" at Blank Canvas
by Bob Abelman 12 Apr '19

12 Apr '19

In Blank Canvas’ comedy, ‘Art,’ the devil is in the details Bob Abelman Cleveland Jewish News, The News Herald, The Morning Journal Kiev-born painter Kazimir Malevich is known for his black squares, many of which are prominently displayed in the modern art wing of the Tate. The National Gallery of Art has an extensive collection of Mark Rothko’s monochromatic rectangles in shades of red, gray and blue. And on stage in Blank Canvas’ production of “Art” hangs, appropriately enough, a blank white canvas. “Art,” a 1998 Tony award-winning comedy by French playwright Yasmina Reza, is a one-act exposé of the bond between three men. Serge, a wealthy dermatologist, has purchased a trendy, minimalist painting that he absolutely adores. Marc, his best and oldest friend, is horrified that the man whose exquisite taste in art he himself cultivated has gone and bought a large, unframed all-white canvas by a fashionable artist for $200,000. Yvan, a lovable milquetoast with no opinions of his own, is caught squarely in the middle. What begins as an intellectual argument over art aesthetics cleverly, if a bit exhaustingly, unravels and becomes a psychoanalytic study about relationships. “If you screw up your eyes, you make out some fine white diagonal lines,” Marc suggests in his opening monologue when describing the appalling painting. He then applies the same squinting strategy to his friendships by looking closer to see what, if anything, lies beneath the surface to determine whether things have become too monochromatic to still be interesting. The result is delightful. Just how delightful depends largely of how these characters are drawn by the actors playing them. In the play’s premiere productions in London and New York, and is subsequent revivals, the take on the three protagonists has varied significantly in terms of age and temperament, which impacts on the delivery of the meaty dialogue and the acerbic comedy. Here, the casting is terrific. For more of this article, go to www.clevelandjewishnews.com/columnists/bob_abelman/

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PAID THEATRE CAMP STAFF POSITIONS
by fctheatre 12 Apr '19

12 Apr '19

Theatre Camp Counselor Location: French Creek Nature & Arts Center Rate of Pay: $9 per hour Job Summary: Under the close supervision of the Camp Director, counselors will assist with the planning, design and implementation of French Creek Theatre's two, week-long acting camps. All staff will be expected to create and lead theatre-based curricula to large groups of youth (grades 2-8), and assist in all day-to-day camp and facility-related operations as needed. This is a seasonal, part-time position. Requirements: Applicants should have or be working toward a degree in theatre, performance or other related field(s). Theatre performance experience. Experience working with children. Reliable transportation. Hours: * 6/10-13, 10AM-3PM * 6/24-27, 9AM-2PM * 6/28, 9AM-2:30PM * 7/1-3, 10AM-2PM * 7/8-11, 9AM-3:30PM * 7/12, 9AM-4PM Interested applicants should complete an online application<http://www.metroparks.cc/application_forms/application.html>, and send cover letter and resume to: Brian McNally Cultural Arts Manager French Creek Nature & Arts Center 4530 Colorado Ave Sheffield Village, OH 44054 p: (440) 949-5200 x226 f: (440) 949-5068 bmcnally(a)metroparks.cc<mailto:bmcnally@metroparks.cc> Lorain County Metro Parks is an equal opportunity employer.

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Seeking videographer for dance show
by Anna Cerveny 11 Apr '19

11 Apr '19

Hello NE Ohio Videographers! Cleveland Dance Project is having its 4th Season Showcase on Saturday May 4 (3pm & 7pm) at Brecksville-Broadview Heights Middle School, and we are looking for someone to film the show. No fancy editing required, just one widescreen shot as we unfortunately don't have a large budget for this. Interested parties please send your resume & rates to clevelanddanceproject(a)gmail.com. Thank you! 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> / showcase <https://www.facebook.com/events/390039591745032/>

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Scottish Jazz Vocalist, CAROL LESLIE, this Saturday, Bop Stop, 8pm!
by Carol Leslie Vocalist 11 Apr '19

11 Apr '19

Come to the Bop Stop at 2920 Detroit Ave (just west of W28th St) on Saturday 13th April, for a dynamic jazz concert in 2 sets, starting 8pm, featuring Scottish jazz vocalist Carol Leslie, Rock Wehrmann on keys, (Cleveland Jazz Orchestra, faculty CSU), Aidan Plank on bass (CJO, Pulse, adjunct faculty KSU, featured bassist Blu Jazz, Bop Stop), and break-out star on drums, Ms Sunceray "Sunny" Tabler (graduate of Oberlin Jazz Studies, entrepreneur, frequent flyer at Blu Jazz and Bop Stop), with guest on harmonica, David Krauss - truly a fabulous line-up! A percentage of proceeds from the Bop Stop goes toward music lessons for children (not-for-profit organization run by the Music Settlement). Free parking is adjacent to the building and street. Small plates are served, and there is a full bar (no need of any purchase to hear concert). State of the art sound system and lighting, with a great sunset view of Lake Erie either side of the stage, every seat is a good seat. Enjoy torch songs, swing, bepop, blues, R & B, listen, dance, whatever rows your boat. General admission is $15. See you there! https://www.themusicsettlement.org/calendar/2019/04/13/carol-leslie-bop-stop -- *Carol Leslie* *TORCH SONGS BY TWILIGHT* *Jazz - R & B - Broadway - Blues* *216.763.1806* *carol.leslie.jazz(a)gmail.com <carol.leslie.jazz(a)gmail.com>*

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"Shrek the Musical" at Mayfield High School - ONLY 3 shows left this Fri/Sat/Sun
by mayfieldmusical＠gmail.com 11 Apr '19

11 Apr '19

"Shrek the Musical" presented by Mayfield Choral Music Boosters ONLY 3 SHOWS LEFT! April 12th & 13th at 7:00 PM April 14th at 2:00 PM Mayfield High School Auditorium 6116 Wilson Mills Road Mayfield Village, OH 44143 Tickets are available in advance at <http://www.mayfieldvocalmusic.org> www.mayfieldvocalmusic.org and available at the door, day of show (cash only). Tickets are $12 adults/$10 students (11-18 yrs old) and Senior Citizens. Tickets are only $8 for students under 10 years old. There are over 100 people involved in this production from cast, crew, orchestra, and production staff. Our production features a 20 foot custom made dragon, costumes from the Las Vegas Touring Production, special lighting effects, and many more surprises. Artistic Director/Choreographer: Larry Braun (216) 990-4065 - mayfieldmusical(a)gmail.com <mailto:mayfieldmusical@gmail.com> Vocal & Instrumental Music Director - Brian Fancher Asst. Director / Scenic Artist - Jenny Walker Technical Director - Vinny Polowy Costume Coordinator/Design - Vanessa Braun Sound Design - Cody Swanson

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Actress Needed For Theatrical Passover in Lakewood
by Tim Collingwood 11 Apr '19

11 Apr '19

need an actress for a paid gig on the 20th. You will play a great role and will be fed the night of. 3 more rehearsals, each an hour long. Contact Tim Collingwood on here or at 216-408-2531.

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East Side Jazz-Pop Band Looking for 20 something Female Vocalist
by Allan Ambrochowicz 11 Apr '19

11 Apr '19

East-side Jazz / Pop / RnB band is looking for a talented and enthusiastic female vocalist in her 20s for local shows. We have several sets, and are currently preparing for summer shows. Those interested need to be available for practice Saturday nights from 6-9. Practices are in Mentor. We currently have 2 female singers, but one is moving, so we are getting her replacement ready now. Please contact Allan at 440-444-9657, and leave a voicemail message or text if interested. Thanks.

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East Side Jazz-Pop Band looking for keyboardist
by Allan Ambrochowicz 11 Apr '19

11 Apr '19

East-side Jazz / Pop / RnB band is looking for a talented and enthusiastic keyboardist / synth player for local shows. We have several sets, and are currently preparing for summer gigs. Those interested need to be available for practice Tuesday and Saturday nights from 6-9. Practices are in Mentor. Digital piano and synth station is available for practice and shows, so no equipment required. Please contact Allan at 440-444-9657, and leave a voicemail message or text if interested. Thanks.

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