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HIRING DANCE INSTRUCTORS
by Gwen L. Feldman 22 May '19

22 May '19

Neos Center for Dance <http://neosdancetheatre.org/neoscenterfordance> in Oberlin is hiring dance instructors for our 2019-2020 season! We are looking for experienced & enthusiastic teachers for various levels of ballet, jazz, and tap. The Faculty of Neos Center for Dance is a dynamic collective of highly skilled dance artists and educators from a variety of disciplines. These artists not only maintain their own creative practice, but can also effectively teach emerging artists the technical, artistic, and practical skills necessary for developing as a versatile dancer. To apply, please send a resume and letter of interest to Gwen L. Feldman: gwenl.feldman(a)neosdancetheatre.org *Gwen L. Feldman* *Administrative Assistant/Program Coordinator* Neos Center for Dance | Neos Dance Theatre neosdancetheatre.org <https://www.neosdancetheatre.org/> *Upcoming Events* May 13-June 8 | *NCD Summer Session I (Oberlin)* July 7-13 | *Oberlin Dance Intensive (Oberlin)* July 8-August 3 | *NCD Summer Session II (Oberlin)* *Engage your body. Broaden your mind. * *Register for classes at NCD! <https://www.neosdancetheatre.org/onlineclassregistration> <https://www.neosdancetheatre.org/onlineclassregistration>*

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Male Talent/Models for shoot - paying
by Jason Vidmar 22 May '19

22 May '19

Hello, We are looking to cast two males - one older, one younger for an upcoming shoot, for a local dumpster company, featuring a father and son. Here is what we are looking for: Father, age 45-50, "do it yourselfer" type. Son, aged 18-24, active build. This is a non-union video/photo shoot. No sound, no speaking parts. Minor lifting required. Will live on the web. Synopsis: Father/Son home clean-out, with rented dumpster. We will be getting photos/video of pair, working together, to load a roll-off dumpster. Shoot will be on-location, local, Northeast, Ohio. Half day - 4 to 5 hours. If interested, please send head shots and rate to jvidmar(a)budgetdumpster.com Thank you!

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Come and show your Support!!!!
by Vicki Fritzman 22 May '19

22 May '19

Tickets available NOW for our newest show ... Steppin' Out Women's show choir presents ... ANOTHER OPENING, ANOTHER SHOW This benefit show will be for Camp !magine. Come and see this show!!!!! And regardless of whether you are able to attend or not, please spread the word so we can make a sizeable donation and help them receive more campers this year. Every year, Camp !magine has to turn away close to 100 special kids who would benefit greatly from the services and social opportunities offered. Come and see us all! Including SPECIAL PERFORMANCES FROM THE LEARWOOD FEMALE A CAPPELLA ENSEMBLE AND THE DANCE-PIRATION DANCERS - which include former and current members of Camp !magine. Tickets are $15.00 at the door or from a Steppin' Out member. Show dates are May 17th, 18th, 24th and 25th! Doors open at 7:00, show time is 7:30 pm. at Learwood Middle School Auditorium, 340 Lear Rd., Avon Lake, OH For tickets or questions, please call 216-251-9596 (Carol) or 440-930-4782 (Vicki) Thanks! Vicki

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Mamma Mia opens the 21st Season of Mercury Theatre Company
by Mercury Theatre Company 21 May '19

21 May '19

HERE WE GO AGAIN! AN ENTIRE SUMMER OF ENTERTAINMENT AT MERCURY THEATRE COMPANY FOR $50…OR LESS! Mercury Theatre Company returns to Notre Dame College for its 21st season this summer, with a trio of award-winning productions showcasing the very best in musical theatre. Continuing a tradition of family-friendly musicals and a vision to energize classic works, embrace new storytelling concepts and empower the next generation of theatre artists, this “Thank You For The Music” season includes: Mamma Mia, Chaplin, and The Wizard of Oz. Our 2019 season will be performed in the spacious Regina Hall at Notre Dame College, 1857 South Green Road, South Euclid, OH, 44121. With a wide stage and an abundance of easily accessible seating, it is the perfect venue to relax and enjoy a tuneful Cleveland summer evening. Located just two minutes from Legacy Village, your family-night/girls-night-out/group night/romantic evening out is within reach! Not to mention, Regina Hall is air-conditioned, parking is free and secure, and all tickets are $20 and under and an entire summer of entertainment is yours for $50. Each show at Mercury is handpicked to showcase the best of Broadway, including: * Mamma Mia, June 7-23. Over 60 million people all around the globe have fallen in love with the story and the music that makes MAMMA MIA! the ultimate feel-good musical. And now, in a stunning new production led by Emmy-nominated actress Kera O'Bryon, we invite you to fall in love all over again! ABBA’s greatest hits are woven into this dancing-in-the-aisles musical about a mother, a daughter, three possible dads – and a trip down the aisle you’ll never forget. A celebration of love, laughter, family and friendship, MAMMA MIA! is exactly what the world needs right now. * Chaplin, July 5-21. Direct from Broadway and with special permission from the author, CHAPLIN is the showbiz musical about the silent film legend the world couldn’t stop talking about. From the slums of London to the heights of Hollywood, CHAPLIN is based on the real-life story of Charlie Chaplin, the iconic film actor, writer, producer and director. Dramatizing the making of Chaplin’s legendary films, including The Kid, The Circus, Modern Times and The Great Dictator, CHAPLIN tells the touching story of the man who makes the world laugh as his legendary screen persona, the Tramp, but struggles to find his own real-life happiness. * The Wizard of Oz, August 2-18. See Oz like you've never seen it before! One of the most popular tales of all time and celebrating its 80th cinematic anniversary, THE WIZARD OF OZ has delighted generations. In a bold yet faithful reimagining, directed by Artistic Director Pierre Brault, this spectacular production features your favorite songs and characters from the classic film with an added sprinkle of Mercury magic. Join us somewhere over the rainbow for a fantastic festive treat… Subscriptions are available by calling 216.771.5862, or online at www.mercurytheatrecompany.org At A Glance: What: Mercury Theatre Company presents: The 2019 Season When: Mamma Mia (June 7-June 23), Chaplin (July 5-21), and The Wizard of Oz (Aug. 2-18) Where: Regina Hall, Notre Dame College. 1857 South Green Rd., South Euclid, 44121 Cost: Become a 2019 Season SUBSCRIBER for the best deal all summer! Adult Subscriptions are just $50 and seniors (60+) and students (college and under) are $40. How: For tickets call 216.771.5862 or visit www.mercurytheatrecompany.org Mercury Theatre Company 216.771.5862 www.mercurytheatrecompany.org

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Opening Friday! Statements After an Arrest Under the Immorality Act at con-con
by convergence-continuum 21 May '19

21 May '19

OPENING THIS FRIDAY! AT CONVERGENCE-CONTINUUM STATEMENTS AFTER AN ARREST UNDER THE IMMORALITY ACT BY ATHOL FUGARD, DIRECTED BY TERRENCE SPIVEY Convergence-continuum presents _Statements After an Arrest Under the Immorality Act _by legendary South African playwright Athol Fugard, running May 24 – June 15._ _This intense and poetic drama is the second in con-con’s 2019 *Star-Crossed* Season, and is directed by Terrence Spivey, with actors Corin B. Self, Jill Kenderes and Soren Russell . Set in apartheid South Africa, where relationships across the color bar were a criminal offence, two lovers - a black man and white woman - meet secretly in the library where she works to make love and share their hopes and fears. A neighbor reports them to the police who then secretly photograph them, break in, and arrest the couple under the heartless Immorality Act then in effect. The play is a compelling and deeply moving love story in which the physically and emotionally naked lovers expose their deepest longings for personal and emotional freedom. [NOTE: this play contains nudity] _Statements _ opens this Friday and runs Thurs-Sat at 8 pm through June 15 at the Liminis Theater, 2438 Scranton Rd, Cleveland 44113 in the historic Tremont neighborhood. Tickets available at convergence-continuum.org [1] and 216-687-0074: $20 general admission, $15 seniors (65+) and $10 students. Thursday discount tickets are $15 gen. adm., $12 seniors and $8 students. _--------------------------------------------------- _ ____ This production of _Statements After an Arrest Under the Immorality Act _is supported in part by the residents of Cuyahoga County through a public grant from Cuyahoga Arts & Culture. Links: ------ [1] http://convergence-continuum.org

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Auditions: Live Bodies for Sale
by Playwrights Local 21 May '19

21 May '19

CASTING CALL PLAYWRIGHTS LOCAL www.playwrightslocal.org Live Bodies for Sale Written by Christopher Johnston Directed by Terrence Spivey November 22 - December 15, 2019 Playwrights Local is casting for the world premiere production of Live Bodies for Sale, a new play by Cleveland-based author Christopher Johnston. This documentary-style work captures the human trafficking crisis in present-day Ohio, presenting monologues and scenes derived from interviews with real-life survivors, advocates, law enforcement officers, and legal sources. The production will open in November 2019 and will be directed by Terrence Spivey, Scene magazine’s “Best Director” for 2017. Reply with a preferred audition time to info(a)playwrightslocal.org. Or, bring a resume and headshot to one of the open time periods. All openings are paid, professional positions compensated on the non-Equity scale. Audition Dates - Wednesday, May 29: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Saturday, June 1: 11:00am - 2:00 pm - Callbacks: Monday, June 3: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Audition Location Creative Space at Waterloo Arts; 397 East 156th St; Cleveland Company Contact info(a)playwrightslocal.org | (216) 302-8850 Open Roles - Nicole Griffin -- Female, Black, late 30s-early 40s -- attractive and vibrant - Lauren Byrd -- Female, White/Native American, mid/late 40s -- looks and acts like she’s had a hard life - Shanice Day -- Female, Black, 50s -- a little worn but outgoing and energetic - Martina Frantonio -- Female, White, early/mid 60s -- quiet, but well-spoken; attractive, but has been through tough times - Tammy Hendricks -- Female, Black, late 20s - Detective -- Male, Black, 40s-50s -- straightforward, tall, imposing, former athlete, "just the facts"; honest and committed - Prosecutor -- Male, white, 40s-50s -- slender; intelligent, but down to earth with a good, sense of humor; executive-like ========================================== Audition Activities - Sides from the play (including monologues and scenes; possibly two 3-minute, contrasting monologues) - Some movement and possibly improvisation Notices - Participants will not be required to perform high-risk activities as part of the auditions - Participants will not be charged to audition - Auditions will not be recorded - Participants will be notified by the producer if they are called back but not cast - All potential participants can decline auditions without fear of losing future invitations CLEan House Playwrights Local is a CLEan House Theatre. This means we are committed to being a space free of harassment based on sex, gender, race, religion, class, ethnicity, nationality, political belief, or ability. We are committed to being a safe environment that fully allows us to challenge ourselves, our audiences, and our communities; that supports creative risks of mind and body; and that establishes the freedom to create theatre that represents the full range of human experience. Find info on this policy on our website at http://www.playwrightslocal.org/clean-house-standards/. ========================================== Additional Production Info Rehearsals begin: October 21, 2019 Rehearsal hours: Weekday evenings & weekend afternoons TBD Tech begins: November 15 Opening: November 22 Closing: December 15 ========================================== About the Company Playwrights Local <http://www.playwrightslocal.org/> is a theater company based in Cleveland. Billed as a playwrights’ center, the organization’s goal is to provide a home for dramatic writing in Northeast Ohio. Playwrights Local offers classes and workshops, produces original plays, provides networking opportunities, and engages the community through outreach projects. Tax-deductible contributions to this 501(c)(3) group can be made at http://playwrightslocal.org/donate/.

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Summer Auditions? Voice Lessons with Dr. Christopher Hutton
by Christopher Hutton 21 May '19

21 May '19

Spring auditions and soon to be Fall auditions and are you prepared? Dr. Christopher Hutton, Baritone, is taking new voice students and excited to get you physically and mentally prepared for auditions and performances. Dr. Hutton has a Masters Degree and Doctorate of Music Arts degrees in Vocal Pedagogy (Science of Singing) from Arizona State University, and is fluent in teaching both belting/music theatre technique and classical technique. Christopher attended Youngstown State University where he received his Bachelors in Voice Performance. He has also performed opera at regional opera houses for over thirteen years. Dr. Hutton offers free consultations to those interested before committing to the voice studio. You may contact Dr. Hutton via email at cjhutton70@yahoo. (mailto:cjhutton70@yahoo.com)com or 330-301-6334. Lessons will take place on Saturday morning/afternoon. Lessons will prepare each student for school Regional and All-State auditions, theatre auditions and college auditions in voice performance and musical theater. Lesson options are as follows: One-Hour, Forty-Five minute, Thirty minute Lesson. Students range from all ages and those who have an interest in classical and musical theatre. Students consist of all ages and center around high school or younger who show an interest in performing at local theaters and their school choral and musical productions. Call or email for more details. Regards, Christopher Some of Dr. Hutton’s performances can be found at the following links: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jEvBkg9hRnE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bQF0EsTHoH8 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qAPHEuXEeoY

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CPT seeking Proposals for Pandemonium 2019: Alchemy
by Beth Wood 21 May '19

21 May '19

Pandemonium 2019: ALCHEMY is Saturday, September 7th DEADLINE FOR ARTIST PROPOSALS IS MONDAY, JUNE 10th, 2019. On Saturday, September 7th, 2019 CPT will present its annual fundraising extravaganza and "Party of the Year" - Pandemonium 2019: ALCHEMY. Featuring dozens of area theatre, dance, visual and performance artists and with fabulous food and drink, Pandemonium 2019 is a benefit like no other and an opportunity for you to be a featured artist. The Pandemonium team is seeking proposals from extraordinary theatre, music, performance poetry, dance, visual and multimedia artists. Pandemonium 2019 is a benefit event and all proceeds go to support Cleveland Public Theatre's mission on stage and in the community: creating and presenting challenging and inspiring performance work, ensuring that emerging artists and small performance companies have opportunities to participate in the arts, and sustain CPT's work with urban youth and adults in transition. In its 30+ years on Cleveland's near westside, CPT has been a catalyst for economic activity, job creation, private-sector investment in the community and led to the area's designation as an arts district. Click here<https://www.cptonline.org/uncategorized/cpt-announces-request-for-proposals…> to find out how you can be a part of the magic. Beth Wood Associate Artistic Director & Director of Production Cleveland Public Theatre 216.631.2727 ext.206

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REVIEW: TITANIC The Musical at Players Guild Theatr
by Tom Wachunas 21 May '19

21 May '19

Treading Water, Valiantly By Tom Wachunas “…And the night wasalive/ With a thousand voices /Fighting to be heard /And each and every one ofthem /Connected to me...” - lyrics by Maury Yeston from “The Night Was Alive” for Titanic – The Musical A confession: At this writing, I am overcomewith mixed feelings in a sea of sad ironies. Not the least of those is thatopening night of the Players Guild production of Titanic – The Musical came so soon (May 17) after the suddenpassing on May 9 of 55 year-old Scott Sutton. Through decades,his work as lighting designer and sound engineer brought magical dimensionality to hundreds of PlayersGuild productions, including the spectacular artistry of his final project inApril, Jesus Christ Superstar. It’snot unreasonable to think that processing the loss of such a vital and belovedmember of the Guild family might profoundly affect how the cast members -directed by Jonathan Tisevich – would rise to the challenge of insightfullyfocusing their hearts and minds on navigating the Titanic narrative (story and book by Peter Stone, music and lyricsby Maury Yeston). And that’s another irony. For here is a story - an operaticvoyage, really – about unexpected tragedy, the promise and fragility of humandreams, and mortality itself. So in one sense, perhaps the emotive core ofthis show is to be found in the genuinely valiant efforts of the performers tosomehow bind the weighty pall of their personal bereavement to the hopes,aspirations, and worldviews of the people they’re portraying. Still, the energypouring from the stage is a wandering one, feeling oddly sporadic and numbingat times. It’s as if all these characters can do is to dutifully tread the coldwater of circumstance. To be fair, the underminingflaws in this production are, for the most part, not the fault of the clearlygifted cast (though there are some distinctly off-pitch singing passages), butrather in the decidedly flaccid songwriting. While the live orchestra conductedby Steve Parsons plays superbly enough (as it always does), the music as awhole is not particularly remarkable. Themelodies themselves are largely impotent, doing little to evoke palpableurgency or suspense, despite some impassioned delivery from accomplished singers.Though too few and far between, the moments when the music is at its mostpowerful are those featuring choral singing from the full company, magnificentin its sheer aural opulence of thunderous, soaring harmonies. There are some compelling dramatic scenes herethat keep this “ship of dreams” afloat long enough for us to savor intervals ofauthentic anger, pathos, tenderness, and exhilaration. Daryl Robinson is aquietly riveting picture of broodingobsession as he plays Andrews, the designer of the Titanic who never stopslooking at his blueprints. As Captain Smith, Jim Graysmith is a cold figure,stern and aloof in the night atop his bridge, seemingly uncaring about thesafety of his passengers. Similarly uncaring, Todd Cooper is sinister hubrisand unbridled pride personified in his role of Ismay, Titanic’s owner,insisting that his property set a new trans-Atlantic speed record. In astartling song titled The Blame, thethree of them engage in a chaotic flurry of insults and vicious finger-pointingas the ill-fated vessel begins to sink. On a gentler note, HeidiSwinford is all impish charm in her role of Alice Beane, a second-classpassenger humorously swooning over and idolizing the wealthy first-classcelebrities on board, all bedecked in flamboyant period costumes designed byStephen Ostertag (oh! those ridiculous ladies’ hats!). Kaelin Curran, AlexisWilson, and Morgan Brown are deliciously animated as a giddy trio of young,third-class Irish women, each named Kate, each dreaming of the good life inAmerica. Meanwhile, Sarah Marie Young as Caroline, along with Andrew Bolden asCharles, are thoroughly captivating as they look forward to married life. Theirduet, I Give You My Hand, isespecially commanding. Another most tender and endearing duet, The Proposal / The Night Was Alive,features Sean Fleming playing a stoker named Barrett, and Michael Jeffrey Lucasas Bride, who works in the ship’s teletype room. As Bride taps out Barrett’sdictated marriage proposal to his distant girlfriend, the two men are joined ina mesmerizing moment of contrapuntal harmony. Theset designed by Joshua Erichsen is a transfixing apparition of steel ramps,scaffolds, railings, and columns superimposed with projected mechanicaldrawings. It effectively captures the metaphorical spirit and epic scale of thehistoric vessel, described in the song InEvery Age as, “…a humanmetropolis... A complete civilization! Sleek! And fast! At once a poem and theperfection of physical engineering...” A completecivilization indeed. Sleek, fast, destined for disaster. Perfection? To apoint, yes, as in…perfectly ironic. Titanic: The Musical/ ThroughJune 2, 2019, on the Players Guild Mainstage, Cultural Center for the Arts,1001 Market Ave. N, Canton, Ohio / showsat 8 p.m. on May 24, 25, 30, 31 and June 1 / shows at 2 p.m. on May 26 and June 2 / TICKETS: $32 adult, $29 seniors 65 andolder, $25 for 17 and younger / at www.PlayersGuildTheatre.com and 330-453-7617. For other reviews and commentaries by Tom Wachunas on theperforming and visual arts in the greater Canton area, please visit his blog,ARTWACH, at www.artwach.blogspot.com

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Save The Dates: BINGO!
by Sparano, Jenniver 21 May '19

21 May '19

The time has come around again for the annual evening of musical comedy and mayhem for a good cause! That's right, it's this year's event to benefit the AIDS Taskforce of Greater Cleveland and the Community AIDS Network/Akron Pride Initiative (CANAPI)... This year, we're excited to present BINGO! The Winning Musical By Michael Heitzman, Ilene Reid, and David Holcenberg Grab your troll doll and your dauber, because it's Bingo night with Minnie and her regulars! As these wacky, Bingo-loving gals gather for their weekly ritual, emotions run high...by the time the night is through, secrets are discovered, grudges are settled, and everyone has something to celebrate - including lucky winners from the audience, as they play Bingo along with the characters. The big winners are ATFGC and CANAPI, as we raise money to support the work that they do to stop the spread of HIV in our community and support those living with the virus. There are only TWO performances of BINGO!, so save the date, call a friend, and make plans to attend! On Monday, August 19, 2019, we will perform at the Cassidy Theatre in Parma Heights. On Monday, August 26, 2019, we will perform at Weathervane Playhouse in Akron's Merriman Valley! Tickets for both performances will be on sale shortly...watch NEOhioPAL for an announcement. "BINGO! The Winning Musical" is presented by special arrangement with SAMUEL FRENCH, INC., a Concord Theatricals Company. We hope that you'll make special arrangements to join us for this year's benefit event! This communication may contain privileged and/or confidential information. It is intended solely for the use of the addressee. If you are not the intended recipient, you are strictly prohibited from disclosing, copying, distributing or using any of this information. If you received this communication in error, please contact the sender immediately and destroy the material in its entirety, whether electronic or hard copy. This communication may contain nonpublic personal information about consumers subject to the restrictions of the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act. You may not directly or indirectly reuse or redisclose such information for any purpose other than to provide the services for which you are receiving the information. 127 Public Square, Cleveland, OH 44114 If you prefer not to receive future e-mail offers for products or services from Key send an e-mail to mailto:DNERequests@key.com with 'No Promotional E-mails' in the SUBJECT line.

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