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Rumba Dance Class with Potluck Dinner and Dance at Westlake's Starz Ballroom. Just $5.00 if you bring a dish!
by Alannah McCarthy 13 Sep '19

13 Sep '19

*Actors, Dancers, Learn to Dance for Cheap!* *Starz Ballroom *in Westlake is hosting a potluck dinner, with a 30-minute Rumba class, and general dance afterwards, on Friday 9/20/2019, at 7:15 PM. Cost is just $10.00 at the door, but $5.00 if you bring a dish for the potluck! Come and add a new skill onto your resume, and have a good time with other artists! *Starz Ballroom *is located at 24510 Sperry Drive, in Westlake, Ohio. Starzballroom.net, (440) 871-7827.

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OPENING TONIGHT: The Old Settler
by James Charpie 13 Sep '19

13 Sep '19

*WHAT:* * The Old Settler* *By: John Henry Redwood* An older woman finds both excitement and trouble when her younger sister and an unrelated young man move in. *DIRECTOR:* Coralyce Carten *WHO (cast):* *Morgan K Alexander* *Brittni D Gibson* *Sandra Holloway Scott* *Terré A Snead* *WHERE:* *East Cleveland Theater* *14108 Euclid Avenue* *East Cleveland, Ohio, 44112* Directly across the street from the East Cleveland Library. There is a lighted and guarded parking lot behind the theater. Enjoy a meal before the show: *Only 1.6 miles from the Coventry area (approx 7 min)* *Only 1.7 miles from Little Italy (approx 7 min)* *Only 1.8 miles from University Circle (approx 8 min)* *Only 8.8 miles from Downtown (approx 18 min)* *WHEN:* * September 13 thru 29, 2019* Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm Sundays at 3pm *WHY:* An enjoyable evening out ... whether alone or with someone special. You deserve it. *HOW:* Tickets are available online at www.eastclevelandtheater.org (credit cards only), or at the theater box office (cash & credit cards). *QUESTIONS:* 216-851-8721 *We hope to see you there.* East Cleveland Theater www.eastclevelandtheater.org <http://www.avg.com/email-signature?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_cam…> Virus-free. www.avg.com <http://www.avg.com/email-signature?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_cam…> <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2>

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Actress needed immediately for Little Shop of Horrors at Medina County Show Biz.
by Will C Crosby 13 Sep '19

13 Sep '19

Actress needed immediately for Little Shop of Horrors at Medina County Show Biz. Role of Chiffon Open! Contact Director Will C Crosby at Willcodycrosby(a)gmail.com if interested. We will be hosting a Callback audition on Sunday the 15th at 5pm. You must email the director by Sunday Morning to be considered. LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Music by Alan Menken Book and Lyrics by Howard Ashman Location: Haddad Theater 144 N Broadway St, Ohio 44256 (Inside the Medina County Admin Building) Directed by Will C. Crosby Musically Directed by Dave W. Coxe Choreography by Mo Martin PRODUCTION DATES: September 27th-October 6rd (Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm, Sundays at 2pm) REHEARSAL DATES: This show opens in 2 weeks, we will not be able to accommodate any conflicts. Please be available Sunday-Thursday 7-10 and then tech week the following week. The meek floral assistant Seymour Krelborn stumbles across a new breed of plant he names "Audrey II" - after his coworker crush. This foul-mouthed, R&B-singing carnivore promises unending fame and fortune to the down-and-out Krelborn as long as he keeps feeding it, BLOOD. Over time, though, Seymour discovers Audrey II's out of this world origins and intent towards global domination! Available Role Chiffon The Middle Voice Street Urchin. Gender: Female Age: 18 to 40 We will be fulfilling the role after the callbacks session Sunday the 15th. If Cast please plan to stay for the rehearsal from 6pm-10pm. Questions? Contact the director, Will C. Crosby – Willcodycrosby(a)gmail.com

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TRIBUNAL by Mark Milo Kessler | September 18
by Playwrights Local 12 Sep '19

12 Sep '19

Playwrights Local Presents A Free Staged Reading *TRIBUNAL* *Written by Mark Milo KesslerDirected by Christine McBurney* *Wednesday, September 18 at 7:00 pm* Free with no tickets or reservations required Open to the public | Recommended for adults & teens http://www.playwrightslocal.org/fall-roundtable-series-2019/ *Synopsis:* Following his combat service in World War II, lawyer Richard Parkman joins the prosecution team at the Nuremberg Trial. Melanie Ferguson, a hard-edged war correspondent, drags refugee and linguist Arthur Borovitz to Parkman because she knows the Tribunal is desperate for translators. When Dr. Hannelore Schneider tries to rob him one night, Arthur offers her a job helping him translate documents. Hannelore is a devout Nazi, but she is also an intellectual. Parkman, increasingly desperate to understand how such cultured people could commit such horrible acts, summons her for interrogation. The experience leaves him with a crushing responsibility, including a secret that propels him into a future that promises to be nearly unbearable. Playwrights Local Creative Space at Waterloo Arts 397 East 156th Street | Cleveland, OH 44110 http://www.playwrightslocal.org/fall-roundtable-series-2019/

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Work your creative muscles, build skills for acting and writing - new improv class beginning 09/24!
by Michael Busch 12 Sep '19

12 Sep '19

Improv Comedy Class with Michael Busch (UCB, IO) beginning 09/24 Whether you ultimately want to perform improv on stage, work your creative muscles in a new way, develop skills to improve your acting and writing, or just get out and try something new and meet people, this class is for you! *More info/To sign up: * *https://www.themichaelbusch.com/improv-1-fun-fundamentals <https://www.themichaelbusch.com/improv-1-fun-fundamentals>* DETAILS 8-week course Schedule: Tuesdays 7-9pm beginning 09/24 Location: Mahall's 13200 Madison Ave, Lakewood, OH 44107 AVAILABLE DISCOUNTS/PAYMENT OPTIONS Plus One Discount - sign up with a friend and each receive $25 off Two Class Discount - sign up for improv and sketch writing, received $50 off each Installments - Two installments of $100. Email michaelbuschclasses at gmail for details About the instructor: Michael Busch <https://www.themichaelbusch.com/> is a Cleveland native who has over fifteen years of professional experience in the Los Angeles comedy scene and entertainment industry as an actor, writer, director, and producer. To learn more about his work and other class offerings here in Cleveland, please visit https://www.themichaelbusch.com/ Training Michael Busch is a graduate of IO’s improv training program and studied improv and sketch at The Upright Citizens Brigade <https://ucbcomedy.com/user/5147> with founders Matt Besser and Matt Walsh, among others. Experience Michael Busch has acted in sketches on Human Giant <https://youtu.be/GsgQ44_uFW4>, Key & Peele <https://youtu.be/LiwU5jPMnFw>, and Conan <https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAcWQCkAetar-Yp_XFsANHuzML-16oqcr>; written sketches and digital series for FunnyorDie <https://youtu.be/_Py6RkjNNWQ>, Comedy Central, AwesomenessTV, Break, and Maker Studios; was a member of multiple house improv (Harold) teams at IO West and UCBTLA, a writer/performer on a house sketch (Maude) team at UCBTLA, and has also written/directed/produced/acted in various other shows there. Additional television and film acting credits: The Goldbergs, Adam Ruins Everything <https://youtu.be/mid1VvK9Xpg>, Glee <https://youtu.be/RCakbY1ZIus>, The Middle, Pretty Little Liars <https://vimeo.com/220263095>, The Ghost Whisperer, Community, Jimmy Kimmel Live, The Arsenio Hall Show, Body of Proof, Hope & Randy <https://youtu.be/0rprFSG8cTY>, Franklin & Bash, Workaholics, Carpoolers, Miss March, and dozens of national commercials <https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAcWQCkAetapZYVuFghpm0Bz_D-iP3nR_>. -- For class information please visit: https://www.themichaelbusch.com/classes

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Two Young Actors still needed for "Beck Center's "Member of the Wedding"
by Scott Spence 12 Sep '19

12 Sep '19

"*The Member of the Wedding* " Director Eric Schmeidl is seeking two more teen actors for Beck Center's Studio Theatre production of this Carson McCuller classic. One male and one female, ages 13/14 in appearance, are sought. Barney MacKean is a good looking 13 year old boy who should appear athletic enough to play on his school football team. Doris should be 13 or 14, and not taller than 5'4". Both have a small handful of lines, and appear only once or twice within the play....so the rehearsal schedule can be streamlined. The show is currently in rehearsal. Actors will need to be available for tech weeks and performances, and as much as possible the week leading into tech week. We can negotiate some schedules for that week prior to tech, which is Sept. 22nd thru 28th. Availability sooner is a plus!! Tech week will be Sept. 29th thru Oct. 3rd (with Monday Sept. 30th being an off day) Performances begin Friday, Oct. 4th and continue thru Sunday Nov. 3rd. Performances are ONLY on Friday and Saturday evenings and Sunday afternoons. If you are interested in being seen for either of these roles, or have any questions, please write Beck Center Artistic Director Scott Spence at scottdavidspence(a)gmail.com or scotts(a)beckcenter.org You will receive a prompt reply.

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Announcing Auditions for 'Plaid Tidings' at Cassidy Theatre!
by The Cassidy Theatre 12 Sep '19

12 Sep '19

*Audition Notice – Forever Plaid: Plaid Tidings* Book By – Stuart Ross Music & Lyrics By – Various Presented By Cassidy Theatre Directed By – Mike Caraffi Musical Direction – Heidi Herczeg Choreography – Melanie Leibold At first, Francis, Jinx, Smudge and Sparky aren't sure why they've returned to Earth for another posthumous performance, but a phone call from the heavenly Rosemary Clooney lets them know that they're needed to put a little harmony into a discordant world. Sprinkled among the Christmas offerings are audience favorites, like their riotous three-minute-and-eleven-second version of The Ed Sullivan Show – this time, featuring the Rockettes, the Chipmunks and The Vienna Boys Choir, as well as a Plaid Caribbean Christmas that puts the "Day-O" in Excelsis! *Audition Dates: * Monday, September 30, 2019 7:00pm Tuesday, October 2, 2019 7:00pm *Callbacks: *TBD *Location: *Cassidy Theater 6200 Pearl Road Parma Heights, OH 44130 *Rehearsal Dates *October 13 – December 5, 2019 *Performance Dates *December 6, 2019 – December 22, 2019 *Signup NO SIGNUP NEEDED* *Requirements * - Please bring a prepared song in the style of the show that best demonstrates your vocal range and ability. An accompanist will be provided. It is STRONGLY encouraged that all people auditioning bring sheet music for the accompanist. - Please bring comfortable shoes and clothes for movement. All people auditioning will be asked to demonstrate their ability to do basic choreography. *Characters* - *Francis (Franky) - *The leader and caretaker of the group. Confident. Asthmatic. He has a great deal of compassion for the music and the group. Romantic crooner and spiritual singer. Gender: Male Vocal range top: B5 Vocal range bottom: F3 - *Sparky -* The clown of the group, who is shown to have a heart. Very sharp and loves singing his tailor-made solos. Wears a retainer and has a slight speech impediment. Energetic and clever. Gender: Male Vocal range top: G5 Vocal range bottom: F3 - *Jinx - *The shy one. He lives his life terrified and doesn't always remember what song comes next. Sparky's step-brother, he occasionally gets a nosebleed when he sings above an A. Gender: Male Vocal range top: D6 Vocal range bottom: F3 - *Smudge - *The worrier. He worries about the props, the running order, and always assumes the audience won't like him. Has chronic nervous stomach and is oddly reluctant to perform. Wears glasses, which hides his good looks and sex appeal. Gender: Male Vocal range top: G5 Vocal range bottom: F3

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Weathervane Playhouse presents the original rock opera, "The Who's Tommy"
by Fred Gloor 12 Sep '19

12 Sep '19

NEWS RELEASE Media Contact: Fred Gloor Associate Artistic/Marketing Director Weathervane Playhouse 330.836.2626 Ext 16 fgloor(a)Weathervaneplayhouse.com<mailto:fgloor@Weathervaneplayhouse.com> How do you think he does it? What makes him so good? Weathervane Playhouse is set to take you on an "Amazing Journey" as we present the original rock opera, The Who's Tommy, September 12th through the 29th in our Founders Theater. Show times are Thursdays through Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2:30 p.m. Tickets are $11 -$27 and can be purchased by calling 330-836-2626 or by visiting www.weathervaneplayhouse.com<http://www.weathervaneplayhouse.com> About the Show: Based on the iconic 1969 rock concept album, The Who's Tommy is an exhilarating story of hope, healing, and the human spirit. The story of the pinball-playing, deaf, dumb, and blind boy who triumphs over his adversities has inspired, amazed, and puzzled audiences for more than 40 years. Containing such classics as "Go to the Mirror," "Acid Queen," and "Pinball Wizard," this five-time Tony Award-winning musical is a high-energy, one-of-a-kind theatrical event. Synopsis: After witnessing the accidental murder of his mother's lover by his father, Tommy is traumatized into catatonia and, as the boy grows, he suffers abuse at the hands of his sadistic relatives and neighbors. As an adolescent, he's discovered to have an uncanny knack for playing pinball and, when his mother finally breaks through his catatonia, he becomes an international pinball superstar. AUDIENCE ADVISORY: The Who's Tommy contains strong language and sexual situations. It may not be suitable for young children. The Who's Tommy is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International, Inc. (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. The videotaping or other video or audio recording of this production is strictly prohibited. THE CAST ROBERT KOWALEWSKI Captain Walker ALEXANDRA VanALLEN Mrs. Walker PATRICK MICHAEL DUKEMAN Uncle Ernie TONY HEFFNER Tommy MICHAEL SWAIN-SMITH Cousin Kevin AIDEN BRUECK Tommy, age 10 EMILY GRAY SULLIVAN Tommy, age 4 ZACK WOJNO The Lover TOM WANG The Hawker DELISA MEDLEA The Acid Queen TAYLOR MARIE SCOTT Sally Simpson ENSEMBLE GIA ABUCEJO, BEN ARRINGTON, JACKSON BIRD, JAY BOUGHNER, EMILY CONTI, JUDAH CALLAHAN, TONYA DUUS, LARRY EMERY, ISABEL GILL, RUSSELL B. KUNZ, MELODY LEWIS, LAURA NIEHAUS, JORDAN POTTER, MADISON PELLE, BRITTANY LYNN TOSATTO, ALEX TROMBLEY, TOM WANG, ZACK WOJNO, VANESSA YOVANOVICH THE CREATIVE TEAM FRED GLOOR Director JOSHUA LARKIN Choreographer JOHN EBNER Musical Director AYRON LORD Stage Manager ROCKY KUNZ Assistant Stage Manager KAREN BURRIDGE Properties Designer CHRISTOPHER PEPE Sound Designer JASEN J. SMITH Costume Designer RICHARD MORRIS, Jr. Scenic Designer/Technical Director ROB PECK Lighting Designer JACK-ANTHONY INA Master Electrician KATHY KOHL Assistant Technical Director JOHN COYNE House Sound Technician

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Children's Dance Classes with Inlet Dance Theatre
by Elizabeth Pollert 12 Sep '19

12 Sep '19

Sign up for Saturday dance classes with Inlet Dance Theatre via The Music Settlement <https://www.facebook.com/TheMusicSettlement/?__tn__=K-R&eid=ARB6uJgE9FG_uIT…> at both University Circle and Ohio City! These classes are for ages 3-5, 6-8, and 9-11. Each class is tailored for the students in the room and each class culminates in an Educational Matinee where students from all of the city come together to perform for friends and family! These classes bring so much life to the students and to us. SIGN UP TODAY (online registration open through September 23, 2019.) https://www.themusicsettlement.org/…/offerings/dance-classes <https://www.themusicsettlement.org/inlet-dance-theatre/offerings/dance-clas…> Elizabeth Pollert Inflow Education Coordinator/Company Member Inlet Dance Theatre c/o The Music Settlement 11125 Magnolia Dr. Cleveland, OH 44106 216.721.8580

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JOIN US FOR A 90 MINUTE CRASH COURSE IN SWING DANCE THIS SATURDAY, SEPT 14TH AT THE TRUENORTH CULTURAL ARTS CENTER IN AVON LAKE
by Valerie Salstrom 12 Sep '19

12 Sep '19

Learn the fundamental skills of the easiest and most well-known form of partnered dancing - The Jitterbug! Jitterbug is also known as East Coast Swing or Swing. You will learn two of the basic footwork patterns and how to lead and follow a fun mix of spins and turns in open and closed position. Learning to swing dance is a great way to meet people and get some exercise! We would be delighted for you to join us on Sept. 14th from 11-12:30. This workshop will start off with the triple step footwork pattern, a version of the tuck turn, and a version of a side pass. We will cover many other moves as well. If you took our last workshop here, please know that the additional moves will be different. We make learning how to partner dance fun and we will have you ready to confidently step onto the dance floor at the FireFish Festival on September 21st. There is no need to sign up with a partner but, please indicate if you would like to lead or follow when you register for this workshop. We will rotate partners, however, if you attend with a partner and prefer not to rotate that is fine. This workshop is taught by swing dance champion Valerie Salstrom who is also the owner of the swing dance company Get Hep Swing and Tyedric Hill from Columbus who is also a champion swing dancer. Students should wear comfortable clothing and shoes with a non-stick sole. The floor is marley. High heels are not permitted. The cost is $20 per person. You must pre-register online or on the phone before the class begins. Please register here --> http://www.tncarts.org/events/swing-dance2/ TrueNorth Cultural Arts is located at 739-1 MOORE RD. AVON LAKE, OH 44012. Plenty of free parking is available. www.TNCArts.org or call 440-653-5353 If you have questions about this class please contact Valerie at info(a)gethepswing.com or call 216-374-1927

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