May 2019 - NEohioPAL - lists.neohiopal.org

Hollywood takedown "The Big Knife" at the Cinematheque!
by Genevieve Schwartz 06 May '19

06 May '19

This film shows Saturday, May 11, at 5:00 pm at the Cleveland Institute of Art Cinematheque, 11610 Euclid Ave. Admission $12; CSU I.D. holders and those age 25 & under $9 Saturday, May 11, at 5:00 pm Film Classics in 35mm! Robert Aldrich 101 THE BIG KNIFE USA, 1955, Robert Aldrich A frustrated movie star (Jack Palance) incurs the wrath of a despotic studio head (Rod Steiger) when he refuses to renew his contract. Robert Aldrich's film version of Clifford Odets' takedown of Hollywood may be dated and overwrought but, according to Pauline Kael, "you can't take your eyes off it." Ida Lupino co-stars. 111 min. Special event pricing $12; members, CIA & CSU I.D. holders, and those age 25 & under $9. No passes, twofers, or radio winners. https://www.cia.edu/cinematheque/film-schedule/2019/05/the-big-knife

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Michael Chekhov Center Cleveland offers Inspiration & the Feeling of Beauty workshop (5/18 & 5/19)
by Ray Caspio - Michael Chekhov Center Cleveland 06 May '19

06 May '19

*TELL ME ABOUT MICHAEL CHEKHOV CENTER CLEVELAND! * Michael Chekhov Center Cleveland is committed to the art of the actor through explorations of the psycho-physical processes illuminated by Michael Chekhov. Through educational offerings for artists and performances within the community, we explore what it means when the actor is the theatre. *WHAT ARE WE EXPLORING?* Inspiration: Where does it come from? Beauty: What is it? How does increasing our truthful, playful access to both deepen our rehearsal and performance work? This two-day easeful exploration will focus on Chekhov’s principles of The Feeling of Beauty, Expansion/Contraction, and Atmosphere to explore these questions through the engagement of our imagination and the movement of our physical bodies. *WHEN DO WE EXPLORE?* May 18 and 19, 2019 10:30am-2:30pm You must be able to attend both days. *WHO IS THIS FOR?* This exploration is open to a maximum of eight performing artists (ages 18 and up) both new to or with experience in the Michael Chekhov Technique. Michael Chekhov Center Cleveland exists for the performer-artist interested in growing their imaginative capabilities and embodying that imagination with ease; for the performer-artist curious about what is true for them in this moment rather than what might be perceived as “right” or “wrong.” *THAT'S ME! WHAT SHOULD I BRING?* Please wear clothing and shoes you are comfortable moving in since we discover experientially with full-bodied movement over academically. Have two to three minutes of character text that you enjoy memorized. Bring a water bottle, a notebook, and a writing instrument. There will also be a break long enough each day for you to eat a snack. Cross the threshold into the space with a spirit of openness, play, and curiosity to discover for yourself how you can apply the Michael Chekhov technique to your own artistry. *WHERE DO WE MEET?* Art On Madison 14203 Madison Avenue Lakewood, OH 44107 Plenty of free parking is available on Madison and nearby side streets. Meters do not run on weekends. *WHERE DO I REGISTER?* http://www.raycaspio.com/michael-chekhov-center-cleveland-classes/inspirati… *WHAT IS MY INVESTMENT?* $100.00 for eight hours of exploration. *ANY OTHER DETAILS ABOUT MY INVESTMENT?* No refunds after April 28th unless the session is canceled by Michael Chekhov Center Cleveland. In the event you must cancel after April 28th, you will receive 75% Credit good for one year toward a future offering from Michael Chekhov Center Cleveland. Please register by May 15th. If you plan to register after that date, please e-mail michaelchekhovcenter [at] gmail [dot] com with your intention. *I’M AN LGBTQ ARTIST AND WANT TO JOIN YOU, BUT FIND MYSELF NEEDING FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE. CAN YOU HELP?* Absolutely! MC3 is a safe space for you to explore and work. If you’re interested in any of our class offerings and find yourself in extreme need of financial assistance, please open a discussion by e-mailing Ray (me!) at michaelchekhovcenter (at) gmail (dot) com detailing your situation and proposed need, and we’ll find a solution together! I’ve been there. I get it. And I want to make sure this technique is accessible to you. This offer is for LGBTQ-identifying artists only and your inquiry must be received no later than May 10th. *HOW IS THE CHEKHOV TECHNIQUE APPROACHED?* The Michael Chekhov Technique is a holistic, psycho-physical approach to performance that synthesizes the actor's body and psychology. You discover how the magic of your movement, in tandem with your imagination and feeling life, has the ability to enliven the spaces within yourself and the spaces around you. Solo and ensemble explorations in movement, concentration, atmosphere, and gesture increase your flexibility, honesty, joy, and ease as a performing artist. You learn to free your body as a conduit for the soul of your character. Your Creative Individuality is supported and nourished, and your artistic work becomes more inspired. *WHO LEADS THE EXPLORATION?* Ray Caspio creates beautifully grotesque characters whose comedic allure invites you into their queer realities, where they unpack American culture and scrutinize the multifaceted manners in which we relate to each other. His work recognizes the immediacy and impermanence of performance by embracing theatre as a living event. Who is in the room matters. The work becomes as alive as we are: conscious, truthful, and existing in that moment when we all gather to play. Ray is a performance artist, teaching artist, actor, and the Founder and Artistic Director of Michael Chekhov Center Cleveland. He has created pieces spanning theatre, cabaret, installation, web, and personal storytelling; served as performer-creator in numerous devised pieces; and originated over 30 roles. His live work has been performed at Playhouse Square, Dobama Theatre, Cleveland Public Theatre, convergence-continuum, Playwrights Local, Talespinner Children’s Theatre, Theater Ninjas (Associate Artistic Director 2012-2015), and the Cleveland Museum of Art. Caspio appeared on Best of Theatre lists for Cleveland Scene Magazine (2014 & 2017) and WCPN/NPR’s The Sound of Applause (2014, for the conception and performance of the immersive cabaret exploration of gender, sexuality, and marriage equality, TingleTangle). In 2014, he was profiled as Scene’s “Thespian”. Ray’s training consists of the Michael Chekhov technique (Michael Chekhov School, Hudson, NY; MICHA: the International Michael Chekhov organization), Bouffon (Giovanni Fusetti), Eccentric Performance (Avner Eisenberg & Julie Goell), the Alba Method, and Improvisation and Comedy Writing (Second City Chicago). Caspio has taught for Playhouse Square, Disney Musicals-in-Schools, Cleveland Play House Theatre Academy, MetroHealth Arts in Medicine, and the Cleveland Museum of Art. Ray received a 2016 Creative Workforce Fellowship.

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One week until "Street Theater" Auditions
by Michael Cranston 06 May '19

06 May '19

Wild Hair Theatre Collective announces auditions for Doric Wilson’s “Street Theater”, a comic imagining of the events leading up to the Stonewall Riots on June 28, 1969. This production is being produced in collaboration with Partners for Theatre and will be a fundraiser for CANAPI and GLSEN. Auditions will be held on May 13 and 14 from 7 PM to 9 PM at the Quirk Cultural Center, 1201 Grant Ave, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44223. Performance dates will be June 28, 29, and 30th, (exactly 50 years to the same weekend of the original event) and again on Akron Pride Weekend August 23, and 24, 2019. A preview scene will presented at Summit StageFest on June1 in Akron. These are MUST ATTEND DATES. Auditions are open to EVERYONE but ALL LGBTQIA theatre artists are STRONGLY encouraged to audition or work crew. There are no AEA contracts at this time. Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script in a group setting. Please come dressed comfortably and prepared to stay for the entire time. Please bring a headshot or current photograph, theatrical resume and conflict calendar with you. There has been no pre-casting done with this show. There may be opportunity for understudies due to the performance date schedule. The following roles are available: Murfino – A thug Jack - Heavy leather, keys left C.B. - a politically incorrect lesbian Heather - a flower child Seymour - a vice cop Ciel - a street queen Donovan - apparently a pedestrian Sidney - in the closet Boom Boom - a street queen Timothy - new in town Michael - in analysis Donald - noncommittal Jordan - a student radical Gordon – a new -left liberal Sign up for auditions at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F084EABA82EA7FD0-doric

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Save the Date | Summer Rally on August 11!
by Playwrights Local 06 May '19

06 May '19

SAVE THE DATE! Playwrights Local <http://www.playwrightslocal.org/> cordially invites you to an informal fundraiser: SUMMER RALLY 2019 "TELLING OUR STORY" Storytelling, lunch, drinks, raffles, and more! *http://www.playwrightslocal.org/summer-rally-2019/ <http://www.playwrightslocal.org/summer-rally-2019/> * Sunday, August 11 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm Forest City Brewery 2135 Columbus Road <https://www.google.com/maps/place/2135+Columbus+Rd,+Cleveland,+OH+44113/@41…> Cleveland, OH 44113 <https://www.google.com/maps/place/2135+Columbus+Rd,+Cleveland,+OH+44113/@41…> Performers include Amy Schwabauer and Mike Geither. Speakers include Mary E. Weems, Ph.D., Sarah Greywitt, and Les Hunter. Information on the silent auction, raffle, and additional presenters will updated at www.playwrightslocal.org/summer-rally-2019/. Tickets - $45 <https://tickets.vendini.com/ticket-software.html?t=tix&w=f82e59a8bc488c9dd5…> Includes lunch from Aladdin’s, one drink ticket, & some of Cleveland’s best storytellers. Web: http://www.playwrightslocal.org/summer-rally-2019/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/598535590664640/ Contact: info(a)playwrightslocal.org | (216) 302-8856

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Auditions | "Chess" | Near West Theatre THIS WEEK!
by Kelcie Dugger 06 May '19

06 May '19

Near West Theatre announces AUDITIONS for CHESS Summer Teen & Young Adult Cast (Ages 16-25) May 6, 7 & 8, 2019 Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Come one of these evenings. Plan to stay for the entire time specified. See list of roles below! Chess July 19, 20, 25, 26, 27, 28; August 1, 2, 3, 4, 2019 Rehearsals begin Sunday, May 27, 2018 AUDITION SITE: Near West Theatre (6702 Detroit Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44102) If you are unable to audition on the dates listed above, or you have questions, call our office at 216-961-9750, Mon.-Fri. 11am-4pm or EMAIL info(a)nearwesttheatre.org<mailto:info@nearwesttheatre.org> ABOUT THE AUDITION: This is a group audition in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. No experience or preparation required. Dress for movement. Please plan to stay for the entire time specified, and arrive 15 minutes before audition time to register. Anyone arriving after the starting time will not audition that day. At Near West Theatre we encourage everyone to audition. People of all experience levels, races, ethnicities, neighborhoods, sizes, gender identities and backgrounds are needed. We use theater to build community and relationships. We're a great place to express yourself and make friends. Come try us! Bring a friend! ABOUT THE SHOW Secrets, lies, collusion and betrayal? Love, courage and loyalty? Checkmate! In this highly acclaimed rock musical, the ancient and distinguished game of chess becomes a metaphor for romantic rivalries and super-power political intrigue as two great chess masters-American and Russian-meet in Bangkok to battle for the world championship at the height of the Cold War. From Bangkok to Budapest the players, lovers, politicians, CIA and KGB make their moves to the pulse of this soaring and monumental score, a collaboration between legendary rock band ABBA and Tony Award-winning lyricist Tim Rice (Jesus Christ Superstar, Evita, Joseph) featuring international hits "One Night in Bangkok" and "I Know Him So Well." Directed by Kelcie Dugger. Choreographed by Josh Landis. Musically Directed by Scott Pyle Music by Bjorn Ulvaeus and Benny Andersson. Lyrics by Tim Rice. Based on an idea by Tim Rice. Book by Richard Nelson CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS Freddie Trumper ("The American") - Rock tenor (to C). The American chess champion, a cross between Bobby Fisher and John McEnroe. Arrogant and temperamental, but a genius; his chess playing is revolutionary. He is dangerously obsessed with his art. Anatoly Sergievsky ("The Russian") - Baritone (to G sharp). The Russian chess champion. Unexpectedly charming. He doesn't seem a romantic hero at first, but becomes one through his personality. An intelligent, feeling, passionate man. Falls in love with Florence, but is married to Svetlana. Must decide two things: 1) Is his duty to his country, or to himself? 2) What does he love more: the game, or the women in his life? Florence Vassy- strong belt voice (to E). Hungarian-born. She is clever, theatrical, touching, vivacious, volatile. Frederick's chess second. She's worked very hard to become the cosmopolitan woman she is today, and sometimes she tries a little too hard. Falls in love with Anatoly. Starts by focusing on the game (and Freddie), ends focusing on her heart (and Anatoly). Alexander Molokov - Bass (down to F sharp). Anatoly's second-and a KGB agent. Not above manipulating others to further his political aims. Intellectually formidable and fiercely patriotic. Must use Russian accent. Svetlana Sergievsky Anatoly's wife. Domestic, wholesome, homey, but still effortlessly elegant. Loves her husband, but knows that she'll never be able to combat his flaws and obsessions. Walter de Courcey- Bass-Baritone (down to G sharp). A media personality. Seemingly respectable, substantial, trustworthy-but secretly a manipulative CIA agent. The Arbiter- rock high baritone (up to A). International businessman. Smooth, but with a quick temper, he's the chess tournament's referee. Lenoid Vigand- Tenor. Anatoly's Russian opponent in Act Two, a "machine" of a chess player. Ensemble Requires a large chorus of very strong singers, actors and/or dancers

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Last Call: Come see 3 OLYMPIANS THIS WEEKEND!
by Parker Pennington 06 May '19

06 May '19

*Fashion Meets Figure Skating!* Come See 3 Olympians Perform in Cleveland Skating Club's *Runway On Ice* Show, May 10-11! Fashion and figure skating have always been synonymous and now they take to center stage together for the 82nd Annual Cleveland Skating Club’s Ice Show, *Runway On Ice*! Complete with a runway built on the ice and under the spotlight for two nights only - May 10 and 11 at 7pm. Backflips, triple twists, death spirals, plus many more surprises! Guest starring three 2018 Olympians: 2-time U.S. Pairs National Champions, *Alexa & Chris Knierim,* and 2-time Canadian Silver Medalist, *Keegan Messing*; plus, 8-time Disney On Ice Principal Skater + Former Line Captain, *Adam Blake*. Along with Cleveland Skating Club's own stars this event will be the talk of the town that you don't want to miss! The show is open to the public and skating and art fans across Cleveland and beyond are invited to walk the red carpet with us and see skating like never before! For tickets and more info: www.clevelandskatingclub.org/iceshow

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Stage Managers / Production Managers for 2019-2020 Season
by Playwrights Local 06 May '19

06 May '19

Playwrights Local Seeks Stage Managers & Production Managers, Including Assistant SMs & PMs, For its 2019-2020 Season Playwrights Local <http://playwrightslocal.org/> theater company seeks Stage Managers and Production Managers, including Assistant SMs and Assistant PMs, for productions in its 2019-2020 season. All openings are paid, professional positions compensated on the non-Equity scale. Playwrights Local is dedicated to supporting the dramatists of Northeast Ohio. Now entering our fifth season, we are a CLEan House Theatre <http://www.playwrightslocal.org/clean-house-standards/> committed to being a space free of harassment based on sex, gender, race, religion, class, ethnicity, nationality, political belief, or ability. Reply with a cover email and resume to info(a)playwrightslocal.org. Scheduled productions for 2019-2020 include: November 2019 LIVE BODIES FOR SALE By Christopher Johnston; directed by Terrence Spivey March 2020 HEY SIRI By Mary E. Weems, Ph.D.; directed by Michael Oatman April 2020 THE KING OF CAGE STREET Written and directed by Michael Oatman About the Company Playwrights Local <http://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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Industry Night at DEAR EVAN HANSEN
by Jim Kraizel 06 May '19

06 May '19

Limited-time offer ends Wednesday, May 8! As a "Thank You" to our friends in the performing arts industry, Playhouse Square is offering specially reserved tickets to the Tony Award-winning musical DEAR EVAN HANSEN. These high-demand tickets are available for purchase now through Wednesday, May 8 at a special discount for a Saturday night performance - Orchestra seats are $80 or $55 (regular price $119 or $89) and Balcony seats are $55 or $45 (regular price $89 or $69). We are expecting a sell-out due to popularity, so order now using the link below to secure your seats! https://groupmatics.events/event/Industrynightevan Jim Kraizel l Playhouse Square Sales Account Executive 1501 Euclid Avenue l Suite 200 l Cleveland, OH l 44115 jim.kraizel(a)playhousesquare.org<mailto:jim.kraizel@playhousesquare.org> 216-640-8605 playhousesquare.org

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Auditions for WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF?
by Avenue Arts Marketplace & Theatre 06 May '19

06 May '19

Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? Auditions Avenue Arts Marketplace & Theatre announces auditions for WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? Located at 324 Cleveland Ave. NW Canton, Ohio 44702 SYNOPSIS: George, a professor at a small college, and his wife, Martha, have just returned home, drunk from a Saturday night party. Martha announces, amidst general profanity, that she has invited a young couple—an opportunistic new professor at the college and his shatteringly naïve new bride—to stop by for a nightcap. When they arrive the charade begins. The drinks flow and suddenly inhibitions melt. It becomes clear that Martha is determined to seduce the young professor, and George couldn't care less. But underneath the edgy banter, which is crossfired between both couples, lurks an undercurrent of tragedy and despair. George and Martha's inhuman bitterness toward one another is provoked by the enormous personal sadness that they have pledged to keep to themselves: a secret that has seemingly been the foundation for their relationship. In the end, the mystery in which the distressed George and Martha have taken refuge is exposed, once and for all revealing the degrading mess they have made of their lives. Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf is presented by special arrangement with Dramatists Play Service, Inc., New York. Directed by: Brian Westerley Auditions will be held on Tuesday May 28th and Wednesday, May 29th from 7-9pm TO SIGN UP, PLEASE VISIT: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b0c4bafa82ca3fe3-whos <https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b0c4bafa82ca3fe3-whos> All auditioners are asked to come prepared to cold read from the script. We also ask that you bring a current headshot and resume with you to auditions. Rehearsals will begin on June 2nd and typically run Sunday through Thursday evenings. Performances: July 12th, 13th, 19th and 20th at 8pm and July 14th at 2pm CHARACTERS: Martha (Female, 50s) - a large, boisterous woman, 52, looking somewhat younger, ample but not flashy. George (Male, 40s-50s) - Martha's husband, 46, thin, hair going grey. Honey (Female, 20s) - 26, a petit girl, rather plain. Nick (Male, 20s) - 28, Honey's husband, well put-together, good looking. All questions should be directed to avenueartstheatre(a)gmail.com

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AUDITIONS! Shining Star CLE wants you!
by Renee Greller 06 May '19

06 May '19

Shining Star CLE auditions are now open! Love to sing? Want to win a college scholarship? Then participate in Shining Star CLE 2019- a Northeast Ohio* high school student solo-singing competition! It’s easy and FREE TO ENTER- upload your video audition to shiningstarcle.org before July 1, 2019. ALL GENRES OF MUSIC ARE WELCOME AND ENCOURAGED! Rock, Rap, R&B, Opera, Musical Theatre, Jazz, Punk, you name it! The Top 10 Finalists will perform on stage of the Ohio Theatre at Playhouse Square at The Finals Performance & Competition on Sunday, September 22, 2019. Will it be you on stage at the Ohio Theatre? Get your audition video ready! To learn more, visit shiningstarcle.org * 216.910.2652 * rgreller(a)montefiorecare.org<mailto:rgreller@montefiorecare.org>. *Must have a 2020-2023 graduation date, must be from Ashtabula, Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Lorain, Medina, Portage or Summit Counties, home-schooled students included. This e-mail message, including any attachments and appended messages, is for the sole use of the intended recipients and may contain confidential and legally privileged information. If you are not the intended recipient, any review, dissemination, distribution, copying, storage or other use of all or any portion of this message is strictly prohibited. If you received this message in error, please immediately notify the sender by reply e-mail and delete this message in its entirety.

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