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Audition Appt. Slots Still Available for GLENGARRY GLEN ROSS This Coming Monday and Tuesday
by Scott Spence 13 Jul '19

13 Jul '19

Lakewood's Beck Center will hold Open Call Auditions for David Mamet's Pulitzer Prize winning *GLENGARRY GLEN ROSS* On *Monday July 15th* and *Tuesday July 16th* beginning at 5PM Director William Roudebush (Beck Center's "*Equus*" and "*One* *Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest*") is seeking six men to join Broadway, Television and Film star Austin Pendleton www.imdb.com/name/nm0671721/ and http://www.ibdb.com/broadway-cast-staff/austin-pendleton-55862 for this sensational drama. Pendleton plays Shelly "The Machine" Levene. The rest of the cast is as follows: - Richard "Ricky" Roma <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richard_Roma>: The most successful salesman <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Salesman> in the office. Although Roma seems to think of himself as a latter-day cowboy <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cowboy> and regards his ability to make a sale as a sign of his virility <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Virility>, he admits only to himself that it is all luck. He is ruthless, dishonest and immoral, but succeeds because he has a talent for figuring out a client's weaknesses and crafting a pitch that will exploit those weaknesses. He is a smooth talker and often speaks in grand, poetic soliloquies <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Monologue>. - James Lingk: A timid, middle-aged man who becomes Roma's latest client. Lingk is easily manipulated and finds Roma highly charismatic. Upon consulting his wife, he becomes desperate to regain the money that Roma has closed on him. - John Williamson: The office manager <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Office_manager>. The salesmen need him because he hands out the sales leads but Williamson does not like how they treat him, especially Levene, who berates him for the unpromising leads Levene always seems to get. - George Aaronow: An aging salesman with low self-esteem who, lacking hope and confidence, is not without conscience. His frustration begins to boil up when the office is robbed, and he worries about being convicted based upon Detective Baylen's interrogation. Ironically, he and Roma end up the remaining two salesmen for the firm after Shelley is found out, and gives up Moss as his co-conspirator. - Dave Moss: A big-mouthed salesman with big dreams and schemes. Moss resents Williamson and agency owners Mitch and Murray for putting such pressure on him and plans to strike back at them by stealing all their best sales leads and selling them to a competitor. Moss sees Aaronow as a potential accomplice, but eventually convinces Levene to work with him in selling the leads to Jerry Graff, a local competitor. During his final rant against Roma, his indignation reveals that his jealousy extends towards even his fellow salesmen, and he decides to go to Wisconsin to avoid further questioning. - Baylen: A police detective <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Police_detective>. He appears in the final act <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Act_(theater)> to investigate the office break-in and interrogate <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Interrogation> each cast member behind closed doors. All of these men are between 35 and 60. Auditioners will be seen individually and BY APPOINTMENT only. Please call 216-521-2540 x10 to sign up. Auditioning actors should ideally prepare a single monologue not to exceed 2 minutes in length. For anyone unable to prepare a memorized piece, there will be a few brief cuttings from the show available for cold readings. At least one AEA contract will be available, and possibly two. All non AEA actors are paid a stipend for their participation. EMC (Equity Members Candidacy) points ARE available with this production. *GLENGARRY GLEN ROSS* runs on Beck Center's Main Stage from Sept. 13th thru Oct. 6th, and plays Fri/Sat evenings at 8PM and Sundays at 3PM. There is an additional performance on Thursday, Oct. 3rd at 8PM. Rehearsals will begin in mid August. Call 216-521-2540 x10 for your appointment. If you have any additional questions, please email Artistic Director Scott Spence at scottdavidspence(a)gmail.com

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Review of "Come From Away" touring production at Playhouse Square
by Bob Abelman 13 Jul '19

13 Jul '19

‘Come From Away’ offers a kinder, gentler musical Bob Abelman Cleveland Jewish News, The News Herald, The Morning Journal Be warned: There most certainly will be hugging among strangers at Playhouse Square. And random acts of kindness will likely break out as well. The reason is “Come From Away,” the touring 2017 Tony Award-winning musical by Irene Sankoff and David Hein. It is a one-act celebration of the selfless generosity, self-deprecating humor and heroic hospitality displayed by the ordinary citizens of Gander, Newfoundland on September 11, 2001, when they saw their small town’s population double overnight as 38 planes with 6,579 passengers were forced to land and stay grounded for five days when the U.S.’s air traffic was restricted due to terrorist attack. The musical, which unfolds with great pace and greater sense of purpose under Christopher Ashley’s direction, offers a running oral history of those days as seen through the eyes of a dozen locals and a dozen visitors the locals affectionately refer to as “plane people.” Inspired by real people, these characters are portrayed by the same 12 versatile cast members (Kevin Carolan, Harter Clingman, Nick Duckart, Chamblee Ferguson, Becky Gulsvig, Julie Johnson, Christine Toy Johnson, James Earl Jones II, Megan McGinnis, Andrew Samonsky, Danielle K. Thomas, and Emily Walton) who shift from one to the other and back again with little more than a change of hat or coat and some terrific acting. Every cast member brings high energy, a powerful voice and an air of authenticity to this production – even after nine months on the road – and delivers this musical as if it was a true labor of love. For more of this review, go to: www.clevelandjewishnews.com/columnists/bob_abelman/

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Opening Tonight
by Julie Gilliland 12 Jul '19

12 Jul '19

Be sure to get your $10 SmartSeats(r) for Matilda the Musical running now through Aug 11 at Beck Center for the Arts (Lakewood). Tickets at https://www.beckcenter.org/shows/Matilda.

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TUCK EVERLASTING opens in NEXT WEEK!
by fctheatre 12 Jul '19

12 Jul '19

French Creek Theatre<http://metroparks.cc/theatre.php> is pleased to present... TUCK EVERLASTING Book by Claudia Shear & Tim Federle Music by Chris Miller | Lyrics by Nathan Tysen Based on the novel by Natalie Babbitt Directed by Fred Sternfeld Musical Direction by David Williams Choreography by Jen Justice Set Design, Technical Direction & Projection Design by Derek Green Sound Design by Stan Kozak Lighting Design by Tobias Peltier Costume Design by Kelly Miloro Properties by Paul Melnykowski Stage Management by Charlene Hartley The woods of Treegap, New Hampshire beckon eleven-year-old Winnie Foster to escape her humdrum, small town life. Once within, she discovers a spring with a powerful secret, and a boy with a mysterious past. Pursued by a strange man in yellow, she learns the truth about the connection between the boy's family and the water, and is forced to make a decision with everlasting consequences. PERFORMANCES July 19 - August 4, 2019 Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30PM Sundays at 3:00PM TICKETS Adults $16-$18 Youth (under 18) $10 Call (440) 949-5200, purchase online<http://metroparks.cc/french-creek-theatre-tickets.php> or visit the FCT Box Office, open 10AM-4:30PM daily. FEATURING Bob Abelman Judy Abelman Edie Barcelona Isabel Faith Billinghurst Amy Bransky Amiee Collier Michael Dempsey Gavin Ditz Paige Elizabeth Marlee Floyd Kate Gibson Julia Green Josh McElroy Aidan McKeon Christopher Michael Gregory Robinson Michael Ryan Stephen Sandham Daren Stahl Jeanne Task Calista Zajac Lyric Zeager

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Film Festival: New Venue
by Kristina Michelle 12 Jul '19

12 Jul '19

The 24th Indie Gathering International Film Festival is coming up August 8th through 11th, and we are excited to announce a new venue! The festival will now be held at Holiday Inn in Mentor, located at 7701 Reynolds Rd. This is a great location, just 20 minutes from Downtown Cleveland. All festival events will be held within the hotel. Individuals staying at the hotel can book rooms through our discounted rate by calling and letting them know you are with The Indie Gathering. The hotel has a great restaurant and bar on site, and there are also many restaurants, shops, and amenities within walking distance of the hotel. Very convenient while you are networking with filmmakers and writers from around the world at this fun 4-day event. This year's Indie Gathering will feature 150 films from around the world, with an additional 27 films screening on Thursday and Friday as part of the United Latino Film Festival, presented by The Indie Gathering. The festival also features two days of lectures and panel discussions, vendors, guests, networking parties, live competitions, and so much more. We have a discounted rate on 3-day ($35) and 4-day ($45) event passes now through August 1st, available at http://theindiegathering.com/tickets---passes.html. For screening schedules and more information, visit www.TheIndieGathering.com<http://www.TheIndieGathering.com>.

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THE TOXIC AVENGER - Opens Tonight - Blank Canvas Theatre
by info＠blankcanvastheatre.com 12 Jul '19

12 Jul '19

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LCMT's The Producers Opens Today
by Lynn Maslinski 12 Jul '19

12 Jul '19

Lorain Community Music Theater<http://www.loraincommunitymusictheater.org> is pleased to present... The Producers Book by Mel Brooks & Thomas Meehan Music and Lyrics by Mel Brooks Original Direction and Choreography by Susan Stroman July 12th, 13th, 19th, & 20th @ 7:30 p.m. July 21st @ 2:00 p.m. Lorain Performing Arts Center 2600 Ashland Ave. Lorain, OH 44053 https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?ticketing=lcmt Fading Broadway producer Max Bialystock is desperate to get to the top of his profession again, and he finds an unlikely ally in mousy accountant Leo Bloom, who hypothesizes that one could make far more money with a flop of a show than with a hit. Together, the two set out to produce the worst musical ever to hit Broadway, with the worst script, the worst director, and the worst cast they can find; the catch is that they will raise two million dollars to finance the show, and they plan to take the money and head to Rio when the show inevitably closes after just one performance. Too bad for Bialystock & Bloom that, against all odds, the show is a total hit! Max Bialystock...Luke Scattergood Leo Bloom...Andy Novak Ulla...Pamela Shirtz Roger DeBris...Craig Orr Franz Liebkind...Nick Dawson Carmen Ghia...Michael Ferraro Abigail Bouts Samantha Fischer Rebekah Ferro Eric Hirzel Matt Klass Melanie Klass Matt Krysiak Marc Pierce Spencer Riley Gina Rodgers Gena Soeder Jessi Super Robin Terschak David Trinter Ken Vagase Regina Wolf Jen Wilson Produced by...Lynn Maslinski Directed by...Keli Schimelpfenig Music Direction by...Anthony Trifiletti Choreography by...Pamela Shirtz Costume Design by...Luke Scattergood Stage Manager...Meghan Cvetic Set Design/Build...Red Panda Productions Light Design...Rob Zab Sound Design...Arica Pfrish By special arrangement with StudioCanal and Music Theater International.

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THRIVE ARTS IS SEEKING A PART-TIME PRE-BALLET DANCE INSTRUCTOR
by Kevin Huser 11 Jul '19

11 Jul '19

Thrive Arts Center in Beachwood, Ohio Thrive Arts Center is seeking a dance instructor for young pre-ballet students. If you love seeing a child’s eyes light up through dance, working collaboratively, and are open to a flexible learning environment for your students, we want to meet you! Dance Instructor Role We are looking for a delightful and committed Dance Instructor who is passionate about their studio work with children and their families, student-focused in their pedagogy, organized, reliable, an outstanding communicator, and a dedicated team player. In this role, you will be a key part of Thrive’s “Leap ’N Learn” pre-ballet Dance offering, and you will support Thrive’s vision by contributing collaboratively to our dance schedule, with warm and flexible dance classes facilitated by our licensed Leap ‘N Learn dance curriculum, and by keeping family connections warm. Important Details * Start Date: Training June/July 2019; Teaching August 2019 * Hours Per Week: 5-15 hours per week (with potential to expand). * Location: 23600 Commerce Park, Beachwood, Ohio. * Rate: $25/hour - $40/hour, based on experience and class size. * Training: We will train you in our licensed pre-ballet and ballet curriculum. Thrive Arts Center is growing quickly and we’re looking for long term employees to grow with us. This part time role can quickly move to more hours for the right person. Opportunities for growth are available depending on performance and results. If this feels like an opportunity that would make your heart sing, please complete the application found at this link: http://bit.ly/ThriveDanceApplication About Thrive Arts Center Thrive Arts Center is a premium performing arts education center for families seeking instruction in music, dance, and the visual arts. We provide students with intentional, immersive instruction on a progressive learning path along which every child can pursue their interests and talents. Our dedicated team offers nurturing and individually-curated experiences that allow students to grow and learn and love what they do here. Thrive is a team of talented teachers and studio administrators who work collaboratively in a beautiful, inspiring space. We are an expansion of Kindermusik of Cleveland. For 23 years we have provided stellar developmentally appropriate classroom experience that helps children to thrive. Our award-winning studios have been in the top 1% of Kindermusik studios worldwide every year since 2000. Our mission is to foster curiosity, confidence, collaboration, and community every day, and with every opportunity. At Thrive, we know what makes hearts beat a little faster — how to find that on-switch that lights up faces — and we look forward to each and every opportunity to do just that. We believe that the future of the arts lies in instilling a love of the performing and visual arts from a young age. Questions? Check our website: www.thrivearts.center<http://www.thrivearts.center/>, Or Email us at dance(a)thrivearts.center

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Choreographer Call
by Anna Cerveny 11 Jul '19

11 Jul '19

Cleveland Dance Project's Season 5 Choreographer Applications are now open! We are seeking choreographers of *all styles* to apply to choreograph for our Season 5 Showcase. CDP is the area's largest dance, choreography and performance outlet for *dancers (18+)* who want to continue performing and/or choreographing into their adult life in the greater Cleveland/Akron area. Our dance family consists of all levels of dancers from the beginner to the professional. Choreographers are responsible for holding weekly 90 minute rehearsals with dancers who are cast in their piece at open auditions on 8/25/19, creating a short piece (less than 4 minutes) that will be performed at our Season 5 Showcase on 11/23/19. CDP provides space, a small costume budget, dancers, and the opportunity to network with people from all walks of the local dance community! For more info and to apply(due by July 15): http://www.clevelanddanceproject.com/choreographer-application.html Questions can be directed to clevelanddanceproject(a)gmail.com 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> / prom fundraiser <https://www.facebook.com/events/1262500740580390/> / auditions <http://www.clevelanddanceproject.com/auditions.html>

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Lights! Camera! Chaplin!
by Mercury Theatre Company 11 Jul '19

11 Jul '19

Mercury Theatre Company presents CHAPLIN Now through July 21 Click link for a sneak peak: <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ajdCXMEPwIA> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ajdCXMEPwIA [https://www.bing.com/th?id=OVF.5Z5ub9Na%2bGK%2b%2bNH8KwwAIg&pid=Api]<https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ajdCXMEPwIA> Mercury Theatre Company presents CHAPLIN<https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ajdCXMEPwIA> Chaplin July 5-21, 2019 www.mercurytheatrecompany.org Music and Lyrics by Christopher Curtis Book by Thomas Mehan and Christopher Curtis Directed by Pierre-Jacques Brault Music Direction by Eddie Carney www.youtube.com Direct from Broadway, and with special permission from composer and book writer Christopher Curtis, Chaplin plays at Mercury Theatre Company through July 21, 2019. 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. Chaplin runs through July 21, 2019 at Notre Dame College, 1857 South Green Road, South Euclid, OH 44121. Tickets for Chaplin can be purchased at mercurytheatrecompany.org or by calling 216.771.5862. AT A GLANCE: Who/What: MTC Presents: Chaplin Music and Lyrics by Christopher Curtis Book by Thomas Mehan and Christopher Curtis Directed by Pierre-Jacques Brault Music Direction by Eddie Carney When: Friday July 12 7:30 PM Saturday July 13 7:30 PM Sunday July 14 2:00 PM Thursday July 18 7:00 PM Friday July 19 7:30 PM Saturday July 20 7:30 PM Sunday July 21 2:00 PM Where: Notre Dame College, Regina Auditorium 1857 South Green Road, South Euclid OH 44121 Ticket Info: Adults: $20 | Seniors (60+): $18 | Students (with id): $16 Discounts for Groups of 10 or more available www.mercurytheatrecompany.org or 216.771.5862 Free Parking is available. Air Conditioned. Mercury Theatre Company 216.771.5862 www.mercurytheatrecompany.org

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