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JOB OPENINGS FOR ACTORS AND PUPPETEERS
by Erin Moran 09 May '19

09 May '19

*JOB OPENINGS* *PAID ACTING POSITIONS * *Calling all Actors and Puppeteers* Imaginos Productions is looking to hire new team members for our *costumed superhero, princesses, and puppeteers for our recent “Goblins” project. * This is a great chance to have consistent *part time* work in a creative environment that is flexible with your schedule. We will be holding * auditions *for two days (please come to one and anytime within the slot listed is fine). *Friday May 17 6:oopm-8:00pm* * OR * *Sunday May 19th 10:00am-1:00pm* *Location: 682 W Bagley Road* * Unit A-8* * Berea, OH 44017* *No prep needed. Auditions will consist of cold reads, improv exercises, and an interview.* We are looking for those able to commit to consistent part time work on the weekends. If you plan on attending auditions *please email* emoran(a)imaginosproductions.com See you then!

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REGISTER NOW FOR OBERLIN DANCE INTENSIVE
by Gwen L. Feldman 09 May '19

09 May '19

Oberlin Dance Intensive returns this summer, July 7-13. Now in its sixth year of programming, ODI offers students ages 13-17 the opportunity to dance with the professional dance artists of Neos Dance Theatre as well as Oberlin College’s distinguished faculty. Our talented and caring teachers, excellent dance and campus facilities, and highly engaged staff members are dedicated to providing positive and productive experiences for every student. Young dancers at all levels will benefit in many ways from the Oberlin Dance Intensive: -Training with Oberlin’s outstanding dance faculty, many of whom specialize in unique dance styles from around the world: Ballet, Contemporary, Samba, Jazz, Improvisation, Flamenco and West African Dance. -Neos dancers, some of the region’s most acclaimed performing artists, provide invaluable professional perspectives during technique classes and share insights about the creative process. Beyond dance training, participants experience an exciting taste of college life on Oberlin’s beautiful campus. They will also enjoy a charming, small town experience: -Students can choose to stay in Oberlin’s well-supervised and safe residence halls. Or, they can commute. -Delicious, healthy meals are available in the dining hall for students. -Students will enjoy a night out together in downtown Oberlin: dinner at a local favorite restaurant; seeing a play at the Oberlin Summer Theatre Festival; and many other activities throughout the week. -Ohio Magazine has recognized Oberlin as one of the state’s best hometowns, citing its historic landmarks and architecture, quaint shopping and galleries, variety of arts and culture activities, and a powerful sense of community. The culminating performance on Saturday, July 13, will enable students to showcase the works learned throughout the week. For details and to register for the Oberlin Dance Intensive visit us online: neosdancetheatre.org/oberlindanceintensive <https://www.neosdancetheatre.org/oberlindanceintensive> Gwen L. Feldman Coordinator Oberlin Dance Intensive www.neosdancetheatre.org/oberlindanceintensive 440-252-2779

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Part-time Instructors in Theatre Arts
by Danny Durst 09 May '19

09 May '19

*The Following Positions Available for Fall 2019/Spring 2020* The School of Dance, Theatre, and Arts Administration at The University of Akron invites applications for their part-time instructor and directing pool. The school is currently seeking candidates to teach Acting III and Direct the production of Richard III. *Teaching Acting III (Fall 2019)* Required Qualifications: *- Minimum of MA in Theatre with Teaching experience in advanced stage Acting* Preferred Qualifications: *- MFA or PhD in Theatre* *- Educational and professional experience/training in acting and teaching advanced courses in acting. * *- The ability to create inclusive learning environments in the classroom and studio for a diverse student body.* *- Applicants should demonstrate collaboration skills and a deep understanding of various acting methodologies and techniques especially work with Shakespearean texts. * *- Evidence of knowledge of the training process of students in a university theatre program.* *Directing Richard III (Spring 2020)* Required Qualifications: *- MA with professional directing experience* Preferred Qualifications: *- MFA or PhD in Theatre* *- Educational and professional experience/training in stage direction and directing university theatre productions. * *- The ability to create inclusive learning environments during the production process for a diverse student body.* *- Applicants should demonstrate creativity, collaboration skills, and a deep understanding of how to transfer a Shakespearean text to live performance.* For complete details and to apply please visit: http://www.uakron.edu/jobs Job ID# 11661 The University of Akron is an equal education and employment institution. It is the policy of this institution that there shall be no unlawful discrimination against any individual in employment or in its programs or activities at The University of Akron because of race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, military status or status as a veteran. The University is also committed to the principles of affirmative action and acts in accordance with state and federal laws.

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Beck Center 2019-20 Professional Theater Season Announcement
by Julie Gilliland 09 May '19

09 May '19

Beck Center for the Arts Announces 2019-2020 Professional Theater Season Beck Center's 86th Professional Theater Season includes Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award(r) winners, several regional premieres, the return of a blockbuster family-friendly musical, and the ninth collaboration production with Baldwin Wallace University Music Theater Program Lakewood, OH-Beck Center for the Arts<http://www.beckcenter.org/> is pleased to announce its 2019-2020 Professional Theater Season filled with signature eclectic and diverse titles that include modern classics, regional premieres, and the ninth annual collaboration with Baldwin Wallace University Musical Theatre program<https://www.bw.edu/academics/undergraduate/music-theatre/>. Beck Center for the Arts Artistic Director Scott Spence says. "I'm so pleased to offer up this season in which diversity means so many things. We are continuously proud of the variety Beck Center offers our audiences in terms of styles, genres, and especially deep dives into the human condition whether comedic or dramatic." Season Tickets and Flex Passes for the 2019-2020 Professional Theater Season range in price from $100 to $288 and are available for purchase now at 216-521-2540 x10. Individual tickets may be purchased beginning Monday, July 1, 2019 at beckcenter.org<http://www.beckcenter.org/> with ticket prices from $33 (adults), $29 (for seniors 65 and older) and $12 for students with valid ID. A $3 service fee per single ticket will be applied at time of purchase. Curtain times are 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 3 p.m. Sundays; however, performance times vary for Shrek The Musical and The Scottsboro Boys. Preview performances are 8 p.m. the Thursday before opening night, with general-admission seating for $10. Smart Seats (r) are available for each performance. For more information on the 2019-20 Professional Theater Season please visit beckcenter.org<http://www.beckcenter.org/2019/05/08/2019-2020-theater-season/>.

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Stagecrafters Presents The Cabaret Troupe
by DiFrangia, Jacqueline 09 May '19

09 May '19

*FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE* *Orange Community Education and Recreation* *STAGECRAFTERS PRESENTS* *THE CABARET TROUPE* *May 11 at 7:00pm* Orange High School Auditorium *Tickets $10 at the door * Students showcase their talent in this musical theater revue Stagecrafters is a program of Orange Community Education & Recreation -- *Jackie DiFrangia* *Stagecrafters Associate* *216-831-8601 ext. 5103 <216-831-8601%20ext.%20510>* *Stagecrafters is a program of Orange Community Education and Recreation* -- PLEASE NOTE: This message and any response to it may constitute a public record and, therefore, may be subject to disclosure upon request under Ohio law. However, if electronic communications contain student records or medical information, they shall be maintained as confidential to the fullest extent of the law. If you have received this electronic communication erroneously, please notify the sender immediately.

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10th Annual Cleveland Asian Festival - May 18-19
by Johnny Wu 09 May '19

09 May '19

Hi All, if you have time next weekend (May 18-19), come and visit the Cleveland Asian Festival between E 27th and E 30th on Payne. With hundreds of vendors and over 20+ food vendors, 2 stages for performers, egg roll eating contest, Asian-Pop dance competition, free health screening and education, and an interactive Activity Pavilions. One of the highlight is our International Act from China the Shaolin Gong Fu Performance Team at 2:15pm at the Dragon Stage and others. For schedule and lists, visit https://www.clevelandasianfestival.org/2019 #caf2019cle -- ------------- Johnny Wu O: 216.539.4634 Produce - Create - Deliver www.mdifilm.com inducted into The International Indie Filmmakers Hall of Fame for Outstanding Achievements in Film Editing Co-Founder Cleveland Asian Festival May 18-19, 2019 www.ClevelandAsianFestival.org Producer (2015-2019) 73rd Cleveland Cultural Gardens’ One World Day August 25, 2019, 11am - 6pm www.clevelandculturalgardens.org VP of Communications OCA-Cleveland Chapter “Embracing the Hopes and Aspirations of Asian Pacific Americans” OCA Image TV- reaching over 200 million viewers each month OCA AsiaTown Voice Radio – Sundays 7pm at 88.7FM or listen online at www.ocagc.org/imagetv OCA Interactive Kiosk - Interactive Tablet at several AsiaTown locations to promote AsiaTown. www.ocagc.org Administrator Cleveland IndieClub www.FaceBook.com/groups/ClevelandIndieclub WKYC TV3 Community Advisory Board City of Cleveland Community Affairs Board St. Clair Superior Development Board Member 2013 Minority Business Entrepreneurs Award Recipient Inducted into International Karate and Kickboxing Hall of Fame Inducted into World Head of Family Sokeship Council 2014 Legendary Master of the World Head of Family Sokeship Council

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"Pirates of Penzance" Voyage Continues at Hudson Players this weekend!
by Durbin, Mark H. 09 May '19

09 May '19

Take Mom on a Musical Theatre Voyage for Mother's Day! Hudson Players Present Gilbert & Sullivan's "The Pirates of Penzance" Or the "The Slave of Duty" Great Seats Available for Mother's Day Matinee! Show dates are : May 10, 11, 12, 17 & 18 Showtime 8 pm; Sunday Matinee 2 pm Barlow Community Center, 41 South Oviatt Street in Hudson Tickets are available at www.hudsonplayers.com<http://www.hudsonplayers.com/?fbclid=IwAR223eSTcoHx2DdQR6P8zjALYIledH6-_NER…> or call the box office at 330-655-8522. The Pirates of Penzance; or, The Slave of Duty, is a comic light opera in two acts, with music by Arthur Sullivan and libretto by W. S. Gilbert, the first superstar songwriting duo in musical theatre history! The Hudson Players' version is the one that was presented on Broadway in the early 1980s by Joseph Papp and the New York Public Theatre, starring Linda Ronstadt and Kevin Kline, on which the subsequent movie was also based. Filled with swashbuckling pirates, sweet young lovers, and bumbling policemen, Pirates of Penzance is as popular now as when it premiered at the Fifth Avenue Theatre in New York City on 31 December 1879, where the show was well received by both audiences and critics. Set during the time of Queen Victoria, it involves the dashing young Frederick (played by Logan Soland), an orphan who as a baby was mistakenly apprenticed to a pirate instead of a "pilot." Having reached the age of 21, Frederick is released from his servitude and immediately falls in love with the beauteous Mabel (Anna Popa), daughter of Major General Stanley (Brian O. Jackson). Alas, the young lad learns from his nurse maid Ruth (Norene Jones) that he was born on February 29, which means he only has a birthday in a leap year - once every four years. Since he is a "slave of duty," Frederick realizes he must be a pirate for another 63 years until his obligation is fulfilled, with the chaste Mabel agreeing to wait for him faithfully. Stir in the flamboyant Pirate King (Bradley Hills), his simpleton assistant Samuel (Gary Maher), Mabel's songbird sisters Kate (Jessica West), Edith (Kiara Durbin) and Isabel (Ellie Kelly), the Sergeant of Police (Eric Oswald) and his goofy posse, Pirates of Penzance is a slapstick-filled night of entertainment for the entire family. Other daughters, pirates and constables include Tenley Stitzer, Mike Turle, Mabel Jennings, Megan Kaye, Judah Callahan, Nathan Hill, John Holcepl Sr., Glen Johnston, Jennifer Matas, Jerry Schaber, David Sherman and Jim Wolf. The show is directed by Mavis Jennings, with Ron Jones serving as musical director and Kristian Korsgaard as choreographer. The producers for the show are Dana Harro and Gary Maher. "Poor, Wandering One," "The Pirate King Song," and the pirate song that was later made into "Hail, Hail, The Gang's All Here" are Gilbert & Sullivan classics. Another well-known song from "Pirates of Penzance" is I Am the Very Model of a Modern Major-General (Imagine this being sung very, very fast......now faster!) I am the very model of a modern Major-General In short, in matters vegetable, animal, and mineral He is the very model of a modern Major-General In fact, when I know what is meant by "mamelon" and "ravelin" When I can tell at sight a Mauser rifle from a javelin When such affairs as sorties and surprises I'm more wary at And when I know precisely what is meant by "commissariat" When I have learnt what progress has been made in modern gunnery When I know more of tactics than a novice in a nunnery In short, when I've a smattering of elemental strategy Strategy, strategy, strategy, I got it You'll say a better Major-General has never sat a gee You'll say a better Major-General has never sat a gee You'll say a better Major-General has never sat a gee You'll say a better Major-General has never sat a gee For my military knowledge, though I'm plucky and adventury Has only been brought down to the beginning of the century But still, in matters vegetable, animal, and mineral I am the very model of a modern Major-General But still, in matters vegetable, animal, and mineral He is the very model of a modern Major-General! Make plans now to come hear this song - and many others - in person! For information about Pirates of Penzance go to www.hudsonplayers.com<http://www.hudsonplayers.com>, or call the Hudson Players box office at (330) 655-8522 for more information. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ The information contained in this message is intended only for the personal and confidential use of the recipient(s) named above. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient or an agent responsible for delivering it to the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that you have received this document in error and that any review, dissemination, distribution, or copying of this message is strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please notify us immediately, and delete the original message.

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Powerful Long Ladder Auditions: Regina Project by Golden Globe Winner Regina Taylor
by Charles Gilpin 09 May '19

09 May '19

> > Powerful Long Ladder is proud to announce auditions for the Regina Project > by Golden Globe Winner & Emmy Nominee Regina Taylor > > Regina Project > Directed by Terrence Spivey > Performance Dates: Thursday, July 25- Saturday, July 27, 2019 > > The Regina Project will be part of Cleveland’s Borderlight International > Theatre + Fringe Festival, launching July 24-27, 2019. The play is a series > of short plays that deal with issues of voting to LGBTQ to gun rights to > the 13th amendment's tie to modern slavery as it relates to the prison > system. These diverse plays dig into and ignite a questioning of our > current social political terrain. > > AUDITION DATES > > When: Thursday, May 16, 6PM-9PM (Only) > Where: Creative Space at Waterloo Arts > 397 E. 156 Street > <https://maps.google.com/?q=397+E.+156+Street+%0D%0A%0D%0A+Cleveland,+OH+441…> > > > <https://maps.google.com/?q=397+E.+156+Street+%0D%0A%0D%0A+Cleveland,+OH+441…> > Cleveland, OH 44110 > <https://maps.google.com/?q=397+E.+156+Street+%0D%0A%0D%0A+Cleveland,+OH+441…> > > Rehearsal Start Date: Monday, June 24, 2019 > Rehearsal Hours: Weekday Evenings, Weekend Mornings TBD > Actors will be compensated. > Some roles already filled. Still seeking seeking 1 African American Male/1 > African American Female,1 White Male/1 White Female, 1 Hispanic/Native > American Female > > Please prepare a 2-3 minute monologue. Scenes will be handed out. Be > prepared to move. > > Auditions are by Appointment Only through pllecompany2.0(a)gmail.com. If > you cannot attend, a monologue on video is also accepted via email. > > > *About The Playwright REGINA TAYLOR* > > Actress/director/playwright > Playwright credits include: “Bread” (Edgerton Award. Water Tower Theater), > “Crowns” (four Helen Hayes awards, including Best Director), "Oo-Bla-Dee," > (Steinberg-ATCA award) and "Drowning Crow," (Broadway, MTC), “The Trinity > River Plays” (Edgerton Foundation Award) and “stop.reset” (Signature > Theater Residency Five). > Ms. Taylor received the Denzel Washington Endowed Chair Fordham University > at Lincoln Center. An Artistic Associate of Goodman Theatre, Taylor is > its most produced playwright. Signature Theater residency five playwright. > Taylor in her TV role as Lily Harper in "I'll Fly Away” received a Golden > Globe Award for Best Performance by an Actress, 3 NAACP Image Awards and > two Emmy Award nominations. Her other television roles include “The > Unit”. Taylor was first African American lead in Masterpiece Theatre’s " > Cora <x-apple-data-detectors://7> Unashamed <x-apple-data-detectors://7>, > starred as Anita Hill in HBO’’s “Strange Justice” and “A Good Day to Die” > starring Sidney Poitier. She has co-starred in USA Networks’ Dig and guest > starred in “Elementary” and “The Black List”. Next year Taylor is > featured in Netflix’ One Day and a Night starring Jeffrey Wright, Ashton > Saunders and directed/written by Joe Robert Cole (writer: Black Panther) > and guest stars on Red Line (Producer Ava DuVernay for CBS). > Taylor’s film credits include “Saturday Church”, "The Negotiator," "Courage > Under Fire," "Clockers," and "Lean on Me." Taylor was also the first Black > woman to play Juliet in "Romeo and Juliet" on Broadway. > > About TERRENCE SPIVEY Terrence Spivey is founding director of Powerful Long Ladder. He was artistic director for Karamu House, the nation’s oldest African American theatre, for over 12 years and directed some of its most acclaimed plays while bringing the theatre back to national prominence. As a freelancer, he has directed acclaimed productions such as “Bootycandy” at Convergence-Continuum and “Objectively/Reasonable: A Community Response to the Shooting of Tamir Rice, 11/22/14”. He also received numerous accolades including “Best Director” for Best of Cleveland 2017. Powerful Long Ladder, a new theatre company, focused on the African American experience. The company recently collaborated with Playwrights Local with Ernesta Jefferson’s “Thiz Girlz Lyfe”. Past productions includes James Baldwin’s “The Amen Corner” and “Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar and Grill”. > Borderlight International Theatre + Fringe Festival, July 24-27,2019 > <x-apple-data-detectors://11>. To learn more about the festival, please click > on link. https://www.borderlightcle.org/ >

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Queer Youth Prom for LGBTQ Youth and Allies, June 15
by Bailey Pfohl 08 May '19

08 May '19

MasQUEERade Hosted by The LGBT Center of Greater Cleveland and Near West Theatre For LGBTQ+ youth and allies, ages 14-19 June 15, 6-9pm At Near West Theatre, 6702 Detroit Ave, Cleveland OH 44102 Meet new LGBTQ+ youth and allies and dance the night away to music spun by DJ Elle B. FEATURING: Drag performances, Dancing, Prom Court, Food, Photo Booth, Crafting, and more! This is a FREE EVENT, but ticketing is limited! Register May 6 - June 10 on Eventbrite. Every individual attending must register. Valid ID with proof of age must be shown at the door. No access to a computer? Stop by or call Near West Theatre or The Center and we will register you in person of over the phone. Need a place to get ready? Come by the LGBT Community Center from 4-6pm before prom to meet queens and get help with your makeup! Wear your most fabulous Masqueerade ensemble, but please note no full-face masks will be allowed into prom. No mask? No problem! Design your own when you arrive. For tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/queer-youth-prom-2019-masqueerade-tickets-6081…

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Review: MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET @ GLT (Kate Klotzbach)
by Kate Klotzbach (Performing Arts Writer) 08 May '19

08 May '19

------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET - reviewA star-studded jam session like no other was recorded on December 4, 1956 at the Sun Record Studios in Memphis, Tennessee. Lucky for us, audience members can now relive the magic of this night of music (presented through Great Lakes Theater) as Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins, and "The King" Elvis Presley visit the Hanna Theatre stage at Playhouse Square in the Tony Award-winning musical MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET. Sam Phillips, “Father of Rock ‘n’ Roll,” plays host to his “boys” at Sun Studios, and this is where he brings out their raw talent. Sam narrates the history while the tunes flow and the stories shine. To read the rest of the review, CLICK HERE! Having trouble with the link? Copy and paste it into your browser: https://kateklotzbach.com/2019/05/08/million-dollar-quartet-worth-every-pen… ------------------------------------Kate KlotzbachCleveland Performing Arts WriterEmail- Kate_Klotzbach(a)yahoo.comBlog Site- kateklotzbach.wordpress.comTwitter - @Kate_KlotzbachFacebook - www.facebook.com/KateKlotzbachPerformingArts ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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