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Free Dance Showing
by Rebecca Burcher 16 Sep '19

16 Sep '19

GroundWorks DanceTheater is offering a *FREE *chance to interact with renowned choreographer Brian Brooks, hosted by the CSU Department of Theater and Dance! On *Friday, September 20th* Brooks will be previewing his work and engaging in a talkback at *GroundWorks Fall Season Launch Party*. The preview and the party will happen at *CSU *Department of Theater and Dance in the large 5th floor studio at *6pm*. *Space is limited so please reserve your spot here <https://www.eventbrite.com/e/groundworks-brian-brooks-showing-and-fall-seas…>.* *For any questions regarding these events please contact Rebecca Burcher at rebecca(a)groundworksdance.org <rebecca(a)groundworksdance.org>* Brian Brooks’ work seeks to understand essential forces within and around the human body through rigorous physical experimentation. Awarded a 2018-2019 Mellon Foundation Creative Artist Fellowship at University of Washington, his current research investigates the intersection of dance and immersive technologies. Concurrently, Brooks is completing a three-year appointment as Choreographer in Residence at The Harris Theater in Chicago, where he has created works for Hubbard Street Dance Chicago, Miami City Ballet and Brian Brooks Moving Company. His New York-based company has toured internationally since 2002 with presentations by The Joyce Theater, Brooklyn Academy of Music, Jacob’s Pillow, American Dance Festival and Lumberyard Performing Arts. Brooks has been commissioned by Damian Woetzel/Vail International Dance Festival for multiple works, including *First Fall*, a duet with NYC Ballet Associate Artistic Director and former Principal Wendy Whelan. Off-Broadway, he has choreographed *A Midsummer Night’s Dream* (2013, dir. Julie Taymor) and *Pericles* (2016, dir. Trevor Nunn) for Theatre for a New Audience. Brooks has created dances for The Juilliard School, Boston Conservatory, Ballet Tech and Chicago Academy for the Arts; worked as a Teaching Artist at Lincoln Center Education; and taught at high schools and colleges, including courses at Rutgers and Princeton universities. Awards include a Guggenheim Fellowship, NY City Center Fellowship and Joyce Theater Residency.

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Grammy-award winning Apollo's Fire announces auditions for Youth Chorus
by Amanda Powell 16 Sep '19

16 Sep '19

*Apollo's Fire announces auditions for The Musettes* Grammy-award winning baroque orchestra, Apollo's Fire (Jeannette Sorrell, Artistic Director) announces auditions for The Musettes youth chorus. Children age 10-17 with treble voices (soprano and alto voices, both girls and boys) are invited to audition. Musettes are chosen for their clear, pure voices and outstanding musicianship. The Musettes are directed by Apollo's Fire Artist-in-Residence, Amanda Powell with coaching and performances led by Jeannette Sorrell. There are currently a few youth openings for the upcoming Apollo’s Fire performance tour of Bach’s *St. Matthew Passion*. Concerts run April 1-5, 2020, including performances and a video recording at Severance Hall and around the Cleveland-area, Columbus, and Ann Arbor, MI. For more information, audition requirements and an audition sign-up, at the Apollo's Fire website. (Apologies for an earlier link that didn't work.) https://apollosfire.org/about/education/musettes/ -- Amanda Powell 413.949.3366 Soprano, www.amandapowell.info Adjunct Professor of Voice, School of Music, Cleveland State University <http://www.csuohio.edu/class/music/amandapowell> Artist-in-Residence for Outreach Performances, Apollo's Fire Baroque Orchestra <https://apollosfire.org/about/artist-in-residence/> Director of Music and Worship, Disciples Christian Church

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PIANO TUNING & REPAIR
by David Spondike 16 Sep '19

16 Sep '19

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Corrected Audition notice for The Star on My Heart
by Kelly Miloro 15 Sep '19

15 Sep '19

Auditions: The Star on My Heart Director and Author Angela Miloro-Hansen www.curtain440.com <https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.curtain440.com%2F%3Ffbclid%…> Seeking a cast of 12-15 dedicated adults and students. Shortened rehearsal schedule (5 weeks) for performances at Lake Erie College, Theatre 815, Berkshire High School, and possible venues in Chardon and Euclid. The Star on My Heart is a true story about Holocaust suvivor and I Am a Star author Inge Auerbacher. It follows Inge's story of her time before the war in Germany, during her time in the Terezin concentration camp, and then of her recovery and struggle with tuberculosis in America after the war. AUDITION DATES: September 18 & 19, 6:30-9pm at the Chardon Chalet (220 Basquin Drive, Chardon, OH 44024--near CHS and Public swimming pool) Be prepared to read from the script. SHOW DATES: Nov. 8-9: Theatre 815 (Green, Ohio) Nov. 15-16: Lake Erie College Dec. 6-7: Berkshire High School *HOLD THESE FOLLOWING DATES FOR POTENTIAL ADDITIONAL SHOWS: Nov. 1, 2, 23, 24 REHEARSALS: All rehearsals will take place at Celebration Lutheran Church and Cherry Knoll Farm in Chardon. Rehearsals will typically run Sunday-Thursday. Not everyone will be called every day. STUDENT PRODUCTIONS: There will be several school day shows. ALL ADULT ROLES will be double cast with students for school day performances. Students must be available during the school day on the following: Nov. 1, 8, 15, Dec. 6. School excuse notes will be provided. ROLES FOR TEENS & KIDS Roles with a * may be doubled with other roles. INGE AUERBACHER: Female, age 11-21 throughout the show. German accent. Her character begins immediately after liberation from the Terezin concentration camp. She is struggling with coming to terms with the war years, recovery from tuberculosis, and the desire to start leading a normal life after relocating to post-war America. She must learn to accept that the effects from the Holocaust will follow both her both mentally and physically for the rest of her life and how she will turn her experiences into something worth fighting for. YOUNG INGE: Female, age 6-10 throughout the show. Strong, mature, and focused young actress required. Feisty and outgoing, yet she slowly begins to lose her innocence as tragedy begins to take away her childhood. She learns to be resourceful in the Terezin concentration camp, and as time goes on begins to develop the fierce determination and attitude that will be with her the rest of her life. *RUTH ABRAHAM: Female, age 8-10. Gentle spirit. Young Christian girl sent to Terezin due to her mother’s Jewish background. Faithful. *ADA: Female, age 8-13. Vocalist needed. Befriends Inge in Terezin and teaches her about hope and the power of music. *TOMMY RINDER: Male, age 10-13. Befriends Inge and Ruth while in Terezin. Knows the ins and outs of the camp and brave beyond his years. *HARRY: Male, age 15. Puerto Rican. Has just relocated to the tuberculosis ward in NYC from Puerto Rico. Learning English. Kind. Inge’s first boyfriend. *MARY-ANN: Female, age 7. Crybaby and loud. Sick with tuberculosis, in a hospital ward in NYC. *HARVEY: Male, age 10-13. Outgoing, mischevious, eager to disobey. Sick with tuberculosis, in a hospital ward in NYC. *VINA: Female, age 13-16. African American. No-nonsense. Sick with tuberculosis, in a hospital ward in NYC. *ELISABETH: Female, age 7-9. Young German girl, Inge’s best friend before the war. *EVELYN: Female, age 16-18. New Yorker. Bubble gum chewing, outgoing, a little brash. *HENRY: Male, age 18-21. Polish. Sweet talker. Inge’s first serious relationship. Proposes to Inge, but breaks it off after he learns she is in remission from TB. ROLES FOR ADULTS Roles with a * may double with other characters. BERTHOLD AUERBACHER: Male, late 20s-40s. Inge’s father. Strong and strict German father, WWI vet, Iron Cross recipient. Disgusted and ashamed of what has become of his country, desperate to keep his family together no matter the cost. REGINA AUERBACHER: Female, late 20s-40s. Inge’s mother. Gentle exterior, stubborn and strong-willed interior. Willing to risk her life on multiple occasions for her family’s safety. *MISS MAHONEY: Female, 30+. New Yorker. Nurse in a TB ward. Cares deeply for her patients, but patience can wear thin from time to time. Deeply moved by Inge’s story. *MRS. RINDER: Female, 30s-60s. Inge described her as “her angel in hell.” Helps the Auerbacher family survive in Terezin as long as she can. Mother to Tommy. *MR. RUCHLIS: Male, 30+. NYC high school teacher. Supportive of his students. *OMA: Female, 50+. Inge’s grandmother. Nurturing, protective, brave. <https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10216937861012623&set=gm.5105287230…> -- Kelly Miloro k <kellymiloro(a)gmail.com>elly(a)curtain440.com www.curtain440.com

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Costumes for Sale
by Janine Sarnowski 15 Sep '19

15 Sep '19

I have various costumes including several brand new medieval shirts, skirt, capes and outfits from my days of theater and character portrayals for "Parties for a Living". About 6-8 rubbermaid containers full. Take all for a great price, including small props, real yellow police tape, wigs, hats and more odds and ends. MUST GO. Contact jssarnowski(a)yahoo.com

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AN AFTERNOON WITH AUSTIN PENDLETON at the Cinematheque!
by Genevieve Schwartz 15 Sep '19

15 Sep '19

FYI: One of the foremost actors of stage and screen, Austin Pendleton, will be at Cleveland Institute of Art Cinematheque, 11610 Euclid Ave. on September 21st at 2:00 pm. Admission $15; Cinematheque members, CIA & CSU I.D. holders, and those age 25 & under $12. Austin Pendleton will be starring in the Beck Center's production of Glengarry Glen Ross from 9/13 through 10/6. Individuals presenting a ticket to (or ticket stub from) that show will also pay only $12 to this event. Saturday, September 21, at 2:00 pm AN AFTERNOON WITH AUSTIN PENDLETON Austin Pendleton is one of the screen's foremost character actors, with almost 150 movie and TV credits to his name. He has had many memorable supporting roles during his 50+ year film career-from Max in The Muppet Movie and stuttering defense attorney John Gibbons in My Cousin Vinny to Gurgle in Finding Nemo and William Giles in Oz-and has worked with such directors as Orson Welles, Steven Spielberg, Billy Wilder, Alan Pakula, Otto Preminger, Barbra Streisand, and Mike Nichols, to name just a few. But Pendleton's greatest achievements are on the stage, where he has been a hardworking actor (he originated the role of Motel in Fiddler on the Roof in 1964), a Tony- and Obie-nominated director, an influential teacher, and a respected playwright. Born in Warren, Ohio, this marvelous multi-hyphenate (who seems to have worked with everybody) will answer audience questions about his life and career after a screening of the 20-min. film Starring Austin Pendleton (USA, 2016). This clip-filled short, co-directed by Gene Gallerno and David H. Holmes, captures actors from Meryl Streep and Natalie Portman to Ethan Hawke and Philip Seymour Hoffman singing Pendleton's praises. Total approx. 2 hrs. Special event pricing $15; members, CIA & CSU I.D. holders, and those age 25 & under $12. No passes, twofers, or radio winners. Austin Pendleton will be starring in the Beck Center's production of Glengarry Glen Ross from 9/13 through 10/6. Individuals presenting a ticket to (or ticket stub from) that show will also pay only $12 to this event. Special thanks to Satomi Blair, 4Hawk Productions. https://www.cia.edu/cinematheque/film-schedule/2019/09/an-afternoon-with-au… The Cinematheque will also screen some of Austin Pendleton's many films that weekend: Thursday, September 19, at 6:45 pm & Saturday, September 21, at 5:00 pm Film Classics in 35mm! Starring Austin Pendleton WHAT'S UP, DOC? USA, 1972, Peter Bogdanovich Actor Austin Pendleton, who appears in person at the Cinematheque this Saturday at 2:00 pm, gives one of his most memorable screen performances in this classic farce inspired by Bringing Up Baby and other great screwball comedies of the 1930s. Barbra Streisand, Ryan O'Neal, and Madeline Kahn star in Peter Bogdanovich's frantic follow-up to his The Last Picture Show, about four identical overnight bags that cause endless confusion and complications for their assorted owners when they converge at the same San Francisco hotel. 94 min. Special event pricing $12; members, CIA & CSU I.D. holders, and those age 25 & under $9. No passes, twofers, or radio winners. Friday, September 20, at 7:00 pm Starring Austin Pendleton MY COUSIN VINNY USA, 1992, Jonathan Lynn Stuttering defense attorney John Gibbons is one of Austin Pendleton's most indelible roles, and it's contained in this classic courtroom comedy that won an Oscar for co-star Marisa Tomei. The movie focuses on two NY college boys who, while traveling through the Deep South, are falsely accused of murder. One of them summons a relative, an erratic Brooklynite who just passed the bar exam after six tries (Joe Pesci), to come to Alabama and defend them. With Fred Gwynne. DCP. 119 min. Austin Pendleton appears in person at the Cinematheque on 9/21 at 2:00 pm. Saturday, September 21, at 12:00 noon Starring Austin Pendleton SIMON USA, 1980, Marshall Brickman Austin Pendleton (see next blurb) has one of his rare lead movie roles in this largely forgotten satirical comedy co-written and directed by the Oscar-winning co-writer of Woody Allen's Annie Hall, Manhattan, and Sleeper. It's an inventive and peculiar movie in which a group of mischievous, nutzoid think-tank scientists convinces a psychology professor (Alan Arkin) that he is an extraterrestrial being. Soon the rest of the world also believes it. With Madeline Kahn, William Finley, Wallace Shawn, Adolph Green, and Fred Gwynne. DVD. 97 min. Thank you, Genevieve Schwartz Cinematheque Assistant Director

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Register for Saturday's Drama Therapy Intro Workshop
by Kimberly Koljat 15 Sep '19

15 Sep '19

There are still a few spots left! If you need some time just for you, a stress reliever, and want to have some fun, join us! When: Saturday, 9/21/19, 10am-1pm Where: Blank Canvas Theatre (inside 78th St Studios) 1305 West 78th Street, Suite 211 Cleveland, OH 44102 What: Come prepared to move, which means dressing in whatever feels comfortable to you. This workshop will be focusing specifically on Developmental Transformations, the improvisationally-based, mindful modality that allows us to come into contact with ourselves and each other in new and different ways. It's a great practice for self-exploration and discovery. The three hour workshop is primarily experiential, including warm up, group practice, and, for the first time, an experiential of an one-on-one encounter in the play space. The workshop will conclude with a question and answer session. Register here: http://kimberlykoljatlmft.com/workshops About your facilitator: Kimberly Koljat, MA, LMFT, RPT-S is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California, Registered Play Therapist Supervisor, and Drama Therapist. She attended the California Institute of Integral Studies for Counseling Psychology Drama Therapy after years of working in theatre, teaching voice, and attending Baldwin Wallace University for Musical Theatre. Kimberly runs a private practice in San Francisco and Oakland, California specializing in working with children and families using play and drama therapy after working for ten years in community mental health. She is the Associate Clinical Director of Urban Services YMCA Youth Service Bureau (the social service branch of the SF YMCA), and is the Level 1 Faculty of I-West, the Institute for Developmental Transformations in San Francisco (the largest training program for Developmental Transformations in the United States). Hope to see you there! -- Kimberly Koljat, LMFT 415-379-0945 kimberlykoljatlmft.com <http:/kimberlykoljatlmft.com>

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Act-It UP! Community Theatre Audition Announcement
by Shari Schneider 15 Sep '19

15 Sep '19

Act-It UP! Community Theatre is pleased to announce Auditions for the Fall, 2019 Production entitled "The Most Amazing Christmas Play Series in the Entire History of the World", Four Short Comedies by Don Zolidis and produced by Special Arrangement with Playscripts, Inc., (www.playscripts.com <http://www.playscripts.com/?fbclid=IwAR1Mfjp_rX0zLDe7fruqKd8QxERSm-4UQancoA…> ) Audition Dates are Friday, September 27th and Saturday, September 28th. Please sign up utilizing the following link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050948a8a62da4f49-auditions <https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050948a8a62da4f49-auditions?fbclid=IwAR1b5…> Rehearsals will occur on Sunday/Monday evenings until Dress/Tech Week. Performance dates are December 6, 7, & 8. Audition Info: This is an anthology of four plays in one and I am looking for over-the-top characterization! I am looking for a multi-generational cast between 15 and 25, some roles may be doubled. The rehearsal schedule is somewhat flexible due to the nature of the script; however, if your role is doubled, it increases your requirement of attendance. Please consider all conflicts when auditioning. Clausarella: The new prince of the North Pole is having a ball to find his bride, the new Mrs. Claus, and Clauarella will do anything to get there in this spoof of two famous stories, including dueling fairy godmothers and a prince skilled in the art of extreme ballet. Santa vs. the Garden Gnomes: After being turned away from the North Pole by Santa's elf-centered work policies, a group of garden gnomes exacts revenge. Revenge of the Gingerbread Boy: The Gingerbread Boy, son of the late Gingerbread Man, (sadly eaten by children) seeks to discover the truth about his cursed father and finds himself mixed up in a tale of murder and intrigue involving Santa himself. Grandma Remembers Something: Grandma's memory isn't what it used to be. So when she sits down to tell the story of how she and Grandpa got together, there are a few inconsistencies, like flying cars, Abraham Lincoln, and the War of 1812. A hilarious Christmas love story about a woman with a mean right hook. *************************** If you have ever wanted to get involved with Community Theatre, this is a great group with which to get started. This is also a great, simple show for you to be involved with that will allow lots of growth both in front of and behind the curtain! For further information, please email the Director at act.it.up.theater(a)gmail.com.

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Auditions for Aladdin, Jr. at 82nd Street Theatre
by Tim Shamburger 15 Sep '19

15 Sep '19

Upcoming Auditions at 82nd Street Theatre For *Aladdin, Jr.* SHOW DATES December 5-7, 2019 *Auditioning students in Grade 4 through College* Monday, October 7, 6-9 PM OR Tuesday, October 8, 7-10 PM (some call backs Wed, Oct 9, 6-7:30 PM) Director Tim Shamburger Our auditions are held with all actors together. It is a relaxed atmosphere and we ask that students stay for the whole time. Please be prepared to sing up to 32 bars of a show tune or Disney song acapella and you will do some reading from the script. Fill Out an Online Form at Eventbrite Registration <https://www.eventbrite.com/e/aladdinjr-auditions-registration-71707863149> Find more information here: http://alcc.cc/audition Auditions at Abundant Life Community Church 10143 Royalton Road, Suite N and O North Royalton, OH 44133 440-877-1202 Alcc.cc Direct inquiries to 82(a)alcc.cc Casting: Aladdin (m) Babkak, Omar, and Kassim are Aladdin’s three loyal and playful pals. (m) Genie (m or f) Iago is the fawning and funny sidekick to Jafar. (m or f) Isir, Manal, and Rajah, Jasmine’s devoted attendants. (f) Jafar is the power-hungry and crooked Grand Vizier. (m) Jasmine, the Princess of Agrabah, longs to experience the world outside the palace walls. (f) Sultan, the warm-hearted ruler who dotes on his daughter, is committed to upholding the ancient laws of Agrabah. (m) Agrabahns are the citizens of Agrabah who help to create the bustling marketplace – merchants, shoppers, beggars, guards, etc. Included in this ensemble are the following featured roles: • The Beggars (3) are a small group with whom Aladdin briefly interacts. (we may cast more beggars) • The Apple Vendor is a merchant who reviles the beggars and from whom Jasmine unintentionally steals an apple. • The Fortune Teller unwittingly helps Aladdin escape the guards in “One Jump Ahead.” • The Shop Owner is a marketplace vendor from whom Aladdin steals bread. • Razoul, the rough and commanding head of the palace guards, answers to Jafar. • The Guards follow Razoul’s orders. Prince Abdullah is one of Princess Jasmine’s haughty and arrogant suitors. (m) The Attendants (2) accompany Prince Abdullah on his journey to Agrabah. (m or f) Spooky Voice/Cave of Wonders (m or f) The Ensemble in “Friend Like Me” The Entourage, led by Aladdin’s three pals, helps to create the visually spectacular parade through the palace in “Prince Ali.” Fill Out an Online Form at Eventbrite Registration <https://www.eventbrite.com/e/aladdinjr-auditions-registration-71707863149> Find more information here: http://alcc.cc/audition Auditions at Abundant Life Community Church 10143 Royalton Road, Suite N and O North Royalton, OH 44133 440-877-1202 Alcc.cc Direct inquiries to 82(a)alcc.cc

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"PUFFS" at Broadview Heights Spotlights Theater
by Annette Phelps 15 Sep '19

15 Sep '19

“PUFFS” BROADVIEWHEIGHTS SPOTLIGHTS CABARET SERIES RE-LAUNCH SEPTEMBER 20-22, 2019 Join us for “Puffs”…or “Seven IncreasinglyEventful Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic”. This Cabaret Show byMatt Cox features Adam Bowers, Kyle Burnett, Tara Corkery, Tessa Gaffney, BrianO. Jackson, Andrew Keller, Nathan Ott, Olivia Petrey, Kaity Poschner, SarahPrice and Jay Sigler. It is directed by Daniel Hunsicker and stage managed byClorise Busch. The cabaret show takes place at the Spotlights’ new 3200 squarefoot addition, 9543 Broadview Road (next to the Police Station). Tickets are$10 and available online at www.broadview-heights-spotlights.org. Parental Warning: The showcontains adult themes and language.

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