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REGISTER for Theatre Summer CAMPs in Akron
by Benjamin “Wandering Aesthetics” Kyle 07 Apr '19

07 Apr '19

Wandering Aesthetics and the Akron Center for Art, Music & Performance are proud to announce... 2019 Summer Theatre CAMPs Wandering Aesthetics is proud to announce the return of the highly popular Summer Theatre CAMP, a series of one and two week long summer camps held at two different Summit County locations. Serving young performers ages 5 – 14 these CAMPs are an excellent opportunity to collaborate, create and cultivate acting skills. Parents can register their performers at watheatre.com/youth. The CAMPs: Under The Big Top: The Greatest Show June 17th - 28th (Ages 5 - 14) Entire Session: $180 “No one ever made a difference by being like everyone else.” – P.T. Barnum For the first time since 2016, Wandering Aesthetics’ Summer CAMP returns to The Center in Akron’s West Hill Neighborhood. Join Wandering Aesthetics’ Director of Education Kyle Jozsa as he, along with the young performers, explore the world of P.T. Barnum. Using theatrical concepts, including imagination, character creation and teamwork, students will dive into the wildly inventive world under the big top, culminating in the development of their very own dynamic performance. This two-week long summer camp will build on the students' theatrical experience, furthering their knowledge of the concepts of live performance. Each morning, in his engaging style, Jozsa will reinforce theatrical fundamentals and introduce the students to more advanced techniques of theatre. Each afternoon, students will collaborate on each and every theatrical aspect to craft their tale in an atmosphere of cooperation and playfulness, culminating in a final performance for friends and family. Students should bring a water bottle and a brown bag lunch. Monday - Friday from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM This CAMP will be held at: The Center 118 W. Market St. • Akron, OH 44303 Summer CAMP: The Jungle Book July 8th - 12th (Ages 5 - 9) OR July 15th - 19th (Ages 9 - 14) Entire Session: $135 “For the strength of the Pack is the Wolf, and the strength of the Wolf is the Pack.” ― Rudyard Kipling The highly popular Summer CAMP returns to Cuyahoga Falls as Wandering Aesthetics and the First Christian Church collaborate for another year of theatrical education. Join Wandering Aesthetics’ Director of Education Kyle Jozsa as he and the young performers venture deep into the heart of the jungle. Using theatrical concepts, including imagination, character creation and teamwork, students will explore the world of Mowgli and The Jungle Book, culminating in the development of their very own performance. This week long summer camp will introduce students to the concepts of live performance. Each morning, in his engaging style, Jozsa will teach students the fundamentals, (Stage picture, blocking, memorization, cues, etc.), and some more advanced techniques, (Proper use of body & voice, awareness, character creation, etc.), of theatre. Each afternoon, students will collaborate to craft their own version of ‘The Jungle Book’ in an atmosphere of cooperation and playfulness, culminating in a final performance for friends and family. Students should bring a water bottle & brown bag lunch. Monday - Friday from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM This CAMP will be held at: First Christian Church 2253 3rd St. • Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221

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Auditions for Cleveland Shakespeare Festival 2019 Season
by keith kornajcik 07 Apr '19

07 Apr '19

The Cleveland Shakespeare Festival is pleased to announce auditions for our 22nd Season of FREE, outdoor Shakespeare! Afternoon Auditions: Saturday, April 27 from 1pm – 4pm Evening Auditions: Monday, April 29 from 7pm – 10pm Callbacks (invitation only) will be held Wednesday, May 1 from 7pm - 10pm Auditions will be held at: Ensemble Theatre 2843 Washington Blvd. Cleveland Hts. OH 44118 Over 20 years ago, we started with a simple notion – the Bard belongs to the people, and the people deserve to hear his works in the open air as intended and free of charge. This summer, we are proud to present HENRY V and MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING. HENRY V - directed by Kelly Elliott Performance Dates June 21 – July 7 Rehearsals begin early May MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING - directed by Tyson Douglas Rand Performance Dates July 19 – August 4 Rehearsals begin in June No appointment necessary. Artists will be seen in the order of sign in. There are no AEA contracts available. No housing is provided. All actors and production staff are paid a stipend. Actors may participate in either one or both productions. Performances travel to a variety of outdoor venues - actors will be required to help with load-in and strike/load-out. Prepare two contrasting monologues. Total delivery time of both monologues combined should not exceed three minutes. At least one of your two monologues must be from the works of Shakespeare. For consideration, bring TWO COPIES of each - head shot & resume, and please also bring any & all possible known conflicts between the dates of May 4 & July 19 AND Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays through August 4. Video Submissions will be accepted as a private YouTube link sent with digital Head Shot (jpg or PDF format) and Resume (PDF format) via email to info(a)CleveShakes.org - video submissions must be received before 12:00 noon on Sat. April 27th for consideration. Please put "Video Audition" in the subject line. Special notes: HENRY V: Certain roles in this production require the use of French language and dialect. Please indicate your ability with the French language on your audition form, and be prepared to speak a few words in the language at the audition. Familiarity with Standard Welsh, Scottish, and Irish (Northern / Southern) is a plus. Not all roles require the use of accents. And any inability will not prohibit you from being cast. MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING: At least one role will be required to sing and play an instrument. Any acoustic string instrument or accordion/squeeze-box is preferred. Please bring instrument and prepare 16 bars - ballad. The Cleveland Shakespeare Festival embraces gender and race blind casting practices for all of our productions. For more information about CSF, visit our website at www.cleveshakes.org. <http://www.cleveshakes.org/?fbclid=IwAR0zvY898OyU-DFVbkO6SlQ0OdEvEwD-0FPFR6…> If you have questions, are interested in volunteering or joining us in any other capacity, please email info(a)cleveshakes.org.

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Berko review: THE END OF THE TOUR @ seat of the pants productions
by Roy Berko 07 Apr '19

07 Apr '19

*•••••••••••••••••••••••••••* *Capsule judgment: The play is well-paced, the characters clearly developed, the acting is of high quality, and the over-all effect is respect and awe for the cast and director. This is a must see production which had a much too short two-weekend run.* *To read the entire review go to: **www.royberko.info* <http://www.royberko.info>*. * <http://www.clevelandtheaterreviews.com> *••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••*

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Review of touring "The Phantom of the Opera" at PlayhouseSquare
by Bob Abelman 07 Apr '19

07 Apr '19

Perpetually touring ‘Phantom’ still evergreen and thoroughly entertaining Bob Abelman Cleveland Jewish News, The News Herald, The Morning Journal In 1993, investors wondered whether the long-running, Tony Award-winning “The Phantom of the Opera” would draw audiences on tour if it skimped on its expensive Broadway production values and if it could earn a profit if it did not skimp on its expensive production values. They went with big. The touring production currently on stage at the Keybank State Theatre is performed by a cast and orchestra of 52, employs a huge contingent of crew, and requires truckloads of costumes, wigs, scenery, set pieces and technology. At the center of the stage is a foreboding, 10-ton rotating rotunda that opens at different phases of its orbit to reveal the Corps de Ballet dressing room, the ostentatious and comically overcrowded opera managers’ office, the opulent opera house stage, the underground labyrinth, and the Phantom’s lair. And there is tons of dry ice. Has the show drawn audiences and earned profits? Well, this is “Phantom’s” seventh often sold-out visit to our city, so do the math. For more of this article, go to www.clevelandjewishnews.com/columnists/bob_abelman/

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Review of Great Lakes Theater's "The Taming of the Shrew"
by Bob Abelman 07 Apr '19

07 Apr '19

Great Lakes’ ‘Shrew’ tames Shakespeare’s chauvinism Bob Abelman Cleveland Jewish News, The News Herald, The Morning Journal When Great Lakes Theater last paid a visit to Shakespeare’s “The Taming of the Shrew,” the company was committing literary blasphemy and artistic alchemy. It transported the masterwork from the 1590s to the 1980s, transmuted it from the Italian city of Padua to a fashionable L.A. boardwalk, and transformed it from a comedy to a burlesque-infused romp. “Shrew” revolves around an epic battle of the sexes and, in that Great Lakes production, Sara Bruner played “Kate the Cursed,” a gum-gnawing, obstinate-to-the-core hellcat intent on wreaking havoc on the antiquated conventions of courtship and marriage where women were expected to be silent and subservient. Bruner and colleagues played first-rate clowns who executed the production’s broad physical humor, of which there was plenty, with remarkable precision and spot-on timing. And the implicit 16th century sexism in the play – where, in the final scene, the men bet on which of their new wives is the most obedient – was cleverly camouflaged amidst the on-stage antics and raucous comedy. That was in 2011. Bruner now directs GLT’s latest production and stages what at first appears to be a highly traditional rendition of the play that simply goes along with the sexism as the price one pays for staging Shakespeare. For more of this article, go to www.clevelandjewishnews.com/columnists/bob_abelman/

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Jazz-Pop-RnB Band looking for Dedicated Keyboardist
by Allan Ambrochowicz 07 Apr '19

07 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 shows. 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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SEEKING TECHNICAL DIRECTOR
by Shaker Summer Theatre 07 Apr '19

07 Apr '19

*Shaker Summer Theatre Camp is seeking a Technical Director for its 2019 season*. Location: Kulas Auditorium, John Carroll University *Responsibilities include (but are not limited to)*: Plugging in lights into the light board Setting up dimmers Setting up wireless mics Getting batteries Running sound board Setting up upstage platform Providing basic set props Striking the set *Must* *be able to work*: *Session I* -Wednesday, 26 June from 12:30pm until 3:00pm -Thursday, 27 June from 9:00am until 3:00pm -Thursday, 27 June at 6:00pm (performance) -Friday, 28 June from 12:30pm until 3:00pm (matinee performance at 1:00pm) *Session II* -Wednesday, 24 July from 12:30pm until 3:00pm -Thursday, 25 July from 9:00am until 3:00pm -Thursday, 25 July at 6:00pm (performance) -Friday, 26 July from 12:30pm until 3:00pm (matinee performance at 1:00pm) *Some additional hours will be necessary:* Platform set up must occur before Monday, 17 June. Strike will take place after matinee performances on Friday, 28 June and Friday, 26 July. *Work hours are non-negotiable. All interested candidates should *send a resume and the names of at least two academic and/or professional references* to Artistic Directors Carly N. Dalberg, M.F.A. and Martin Friedman, Ph.D. at ShakerSummerTheatre(a)gmail.com. Shaker Summer Theatre Camp is unique in that we preach process and not product. This camp integrates scene work with songs and dancing. *We are **an equal opportunity employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained staff. Minorities, women, persons with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.*

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REGISTER FOR THEATRE CAMP NOW! THE FUN BEGINS JUNE 10th!
by Shaker Summer Theatre 07 Apr '19

07 Apr '19

*The City of Shaker Heights Department of Recreation proudly presents*: *SHAKER SUMMER THEATRE - TWO AMAZING CAMPS! GREAT RATES! EXPERIENCED, DEDICATED FACULTY!* Grades 4-11. Each student chooses his or her own direction; musical performance and/or straight theatre (no music). Complete curriculum for each discipline is now offered for each 3-week session! Discover the magic. Participate in scenes or monologues from great plays and/or sing and dance a solo, duet, or trio from the great musicals of Broadway. Everyone gets a leading role. Our philosophy is every child shines; no singing rocks or trees. Fully staffed by theatre professionals and set on the idyllic John Carroll University campus. *LOCATION: John Carroll University, Kulas Auditorium DATES & TIMES: Session 1 – A Variety of Plays and Broadway Standards M-F, Jun 10 – Jun 28 | 9 am – 3 pm Session 2 – A Variety of Plays and Contemporary Broadway M-F, Jul 8 – Jul 26 | 9 am – 3 pm FEE (per session): $450 Shaker Heights Residents / $475 Non-ResidentsTO REGISTER:Contact Artistic Directors Carly N. Dalberg, M.F.A. and Martin Friedman, Ph.D. at ShakerSummerTheatre(a)gmail.com <ShakerSummerTheatre(a)gmail.com>.ORCall the City of Shaker Heights Recreation Department at 216-491-1295 or 216-491-1360.*

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Grammy Award winning Graphic Designer
by Richard Mantel 06 Apr '19

06 Apr '19

I am a Grammy Award winning New York Graphic Designer who recently relocated to Ohio. I have experience in designing Theater Posters and Programs, CD Covers, Book Covers, Logos, etc. If you need a graphic designer, please contact me. W: https://richardmantel.myportfolio.com/projects E: rmantel55(a)gmail.com

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$$$ PAID STUDIO WORK $$$ For “ANNIE MANN The Musical”
by david mcdougald 06 Apr '19

06 Apr '19

$$$ PAID STUDIO WORK $$$ For “ANNIE MANN The Musical” OPEN AUDTIONS!!! CGA Productions Group is seeking 7 talented singers to complete pre-production on this new original musical featuring the music of Dreadlock Dave & My Friend Bill. PROCESS: Please send an introductory email (not necessary, but feel free to include resume, head shot, demo reel, etc...) to cgaproductionsgroup(a)gmail.com with the choice of the character you’d like to audition for. (Please See Vocal Ranges & Info Below) In return you will receive an audition track with a guide vocal and an instrumental version of the same track along with a lyric sheet. We will then ask you to submit a video audition (cell phone quality OK) asap but within two weeks. If selected we will invite you into the studio for paid recording session. ANNIE MANN The Musical CHARACTERS THE VOICE OF GOD (The Charming Old Guy ala Jimmy Durante, animated and fun) Vocal Range A2-D4 (Male Age 50’s) AUDITION SONG: “My Imagination” AVERY MANN (The Male Lead Caring Father & Artist But Stubborn, Selfish & Lost, Love Interest Of Christina) Vocal Range A2-G4 (Male Age 33) AUDITION SONG: “When You Go To War” CHRISTINA (MANN) (The Caring, Hippie-like Love Interest Of Avery, Just Wants To Be Avery’s Wife & Stepmother To Annie) Vocal Range G3-E5 (Female Age 27) AUDITION SONGS: “Feel Your Pain” & “Christina Mann” THE JANITOR (The Flamboyant, Animated, Fun & Smart Raconteur) Vocal Range A2-A#4 (Male Or Female Age 25-55) AUDITION SONGS: “Fly” & “Asleep on the Job” FILIUS (The Teen Angel Trying To Get His Wings, Uplifting & Smart) Vocal Range A3-D4 (Male Age 18) AUDITION SONG: “Another Life Sucking Gig” DR. SIGMUND (The Evil Antagonist, Controlling “German” Psychiatrist) Vocal Range G3-E4 (Male Age 50-60’s) AUDITION SONG: “Simply Dissipate ~ I’ll See You In Your Dreams” CHRIS DEJESUS (Rapper & Dancer, Friend To All) Vocal Range A3-G4 (Male 33) AUDITION SONG: “1+1=3” & “HBO” OPEN AUDTIONS!!! If you are interested in a audition please send an introductory email to cgaproductionsgroup(a)gmail.com

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