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Arts and Cultural Industry Night
by Marketing 11 Sep '19

11 Sep '19

On Stage at CPH! INTO THE BREECHES! Written by George Brant Directed by Laura Kepley September 14 - October 6, 2019 | ALLEN THEATRE A hilarious and moving story about what happens when we're all in it together. "We Can Do It!" So said Rosie the Riveter, and so say the women of Cleveland, Ohio, in this vibrant new comedy! It's 1942, and the leading men of the Oberon Play House are fighting overseas. With "The Show Must Go On!" as their battle cry, a band of passionate, yet inexperienced, performers rally together to produce the Oberon's season opener, an all-female version of Shakespeare's ambitious Henry IV and Henry V. Will their production be a victory on the home front or a target for rotten tomatoes? A hilarious and moving story about what happens when we're all in it together. ARTS AND CULTURAL INDUSTRY NIGHT SPECIAL FOR NEOHIOPAL SUBSCRIBERS! Sunday, September 15, 2019 | 7:30 PM TICKETS ONLY $10! For Tickets Visit: Use Promo Code: INDUS

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AUDITIONS for OHIO PREMIERE of Afterglow!!
by Avenue Arts Marketplace & Theatre 11 Sep '19

11 Sep '19

Afterglow Auditions Avenue Arts Marketplace & Theatre announces auditions for AFTERGLOW! Located at 324 Cleveland Ave. NW Canton, Ohio 44702 SYNOPSIS: “Afterglow” is a raw, one-act play exploring the emotional, intellectual, and physical connections between three men and the broader implications within their relationships. Josh and Alex, a married couple in an open relationship, invite Darius to share their bed one night. When a new intimate connection begins to form, all three men must come to terms with their individual definitions of love, loyalty, and trust as futures are questioned, relationships are shaken, and commitments are challenged. *Afterglow is presented by special arrangement with Evan Bernardin Productions, LLC* Directed by: David Lee Stage Manager: Emily Hisey Auditions will be held on Tuesday, October 1st and Wednesday, October 2nd from 7-9pm Callbacks (if necessary) will take place on October 3rd from 7-9pm 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. At this time, there are no stipends and/or AEA contracts being offered! Performances: February 14th, 15th, 21st and 22nd at 8pm and February 16th at 2pm. *TO SIGN UP FOR AUDITIONS, PLEASE VISIT: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b0c4bafa82ca3fe3-afterglow1 <https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b0c4bafa82ca3fe3-afterglow1> * CHARACTERS: *Josh (male, any ethnicity, late 20s-early 30s) - *married to Alex. Theater director who comes from wealth, but is unfazed by it. Manhatten native. Sexy and confident, but not to the point in which he loses awareness of his own self-worth. He likes to be in control and demands a lot of attention. He is a romantic and is seductive. He is manipulative, but not in a malevolent way. He is extremely sensitive, but it is not immediately obvious *This role requires full nudity, sexual content, mature language and drug use (vaping)* *Alex (male, any ethnicity, late 20s-early 30s) - *chemistry student who grew up on a farm in rural Pennsylvania who is frustrated with his job. He is somewhat ashamed of his humble upbringing and has worked to mask it, especially after marrying Josh and coming into his wealth, which has made him slightly spoiled. He is deliberate in his actions and speech. Nothing he does or says is accidental. He is pointedly articulate. *This role requires full nudity, sexual content, mature language and drug use (vaping)* *Darius (male, any ethnicity, late 20s-early 30s) - *massage therapist who was born in Trenton, New Jersey, but grew up in Portland, Oregon. He suffers from low self-esteem and is intent upon pleasing those around him, often putting the needs of others before his own. He identifies as a healer, someone who dispels pain. He is lonely, and is frustrated with trying to make friendships and romantic relationships work in New York City. *This role requires full nudity, sexual content, mature language, and drug use (vaping)* *Avenue Arts Marketplace and Theatre is a CLEan House Theatre. This means we are committed to being a space free of harassment based on sex, gender, race, religion, class, ethnicity, nationality, political belief, or ability. We are committed to being a safe environment that fully allows us to challenge ourselves, our audiences, and our communities; that supports creative risks of mind and body; and that establishes the freedom to create theatre that represents the full range of human experience*. All questions should be directed to avenueartstheatre(a)gmail.com

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$20 Benefit Tickets - CPH's Into the Breeches on 9/15 (for CSU Scholarships)
by Theatre 11 Sep '19

11 Sep '19

----------------------------------------------------------------------------- $20.00 CSU BENEFIT Performance of Cleveland Play House’s INTO THE BREECHES! Sunday, September 15, 2019 @ 6:30pm Please join in supporting Cleveland State University Theatre & Dance<http://www.csuohio.edu/theatre> Students in a very easy way – by seeing a show! Not just any show, but a $20.00 Benefit showing of Cleveland Play House’s “Into the Breeches!” on Sunday, September 15, 2019! How does it work? These $20.00 BENEFIT tickets on this special one-night-only BENEFIT are over ½ off a regular ticket price, and proceeds from this performance go to SCHOLARSHIPS for CSU Theatre and Dance students. Just purchase<http://www.clevelandplayhouse.com/> $20.00 Benefit tickets using code “BENCSU” for the $20.00 BENEFIT showing of “Into the Breeches!” at Cleveland Play House on Sunday, September 15, 2019 at 6:30pm. Must use code BENCSU to get the price, and for CSU to get the Scholarship credit. It’s a win-win: you get to see a great show for a fraction of the cost, and CSU Theatre and Dance students get the benefit of a continued education through the generosity of patrons like you and from our partners at Cleveland Play House<http://www.clevelandplayhouse.com/>. These tickets are open to everyone. TO PURCHASE: Online: Visit www.clevelandplayhouse.com<http://www.clevelandplayhouse.com>, click “Purchase Tickets”, scroll to enter promo code BENCSU, and hit GO. Your code will be active! Then select the 09/15/19 date of the benefit for “Into the Breeches,” select your seats and follow the instructions from there. CODE ONLY GOOD for the 09/15/19, 6:30pm show. Phone: Call 216-241-6000 and mention that you’d like the CSU $20.00 Benefit price for the 09/15/19 Benefit Show date of “Into the Breeches.” Mention promo code BENCSU. In Person: Visit the Playhouse Square Ticket Office (in the State Theatre) and mention that you’d like the $20.00 CSU Benefit price for the 09/15/19 Benefit “Into the Breeches,” (use code BENCSU). On show night, tickets can also be purchased right at the Allen Theatre Complex beginning an hour before the performance. All CSU/CPH BENEFIT SHOWS take place at the Allen Theatre Complex at Playhouse Square – 1407 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44115. For more information on Cleveland State University Theatre and Dance Benefits, visit: http://www.csuohio.edu/class/theatre-dance/csu-cph-benefits -----------------------------------------------------------------------------

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School of Dance: OPEN ENROLLMENT
by Irene Honora 11 Sep '19

11 Sep '19

JOIN OUR SCHOOL TODAY!NOW ENROLLINGFALL 2019-SPRING 2020 Sept. 24th - May 14th The Movement Project School of Dance is now enrolling for our 2019-2020 season! Join us for ballet, modern, and jazz classes for students ranging 3 to 18 years old. Check out class details below: +Creative Movement & Ballet 1 (Age 3-5) Miss Grace Class Day/Time: Tuesdays 4:45-5:30pm [45min] +Creative Movement & Ballet 2 (Age 5-6) Miss Grace Class Day/Time: Tuesdays 5:30-6:15 pm [45min] +Modern & Ballet 1 (Age 6-8) Miss Irene Class Day/Time: Thursdays 4:45-5:45pm [1hr] +Modern & Ballet 2 (Age 9-14) Miss Grace Class Day/Time: Tuesday 6:15-7:45pm [1.5hrs] +Modern & Ballet 3 (Age 15-18) [2hrs] *must take both class Class Day/Time: Ballet-Tuesdays 7:45-8:45pm Miss Grace Modern- Thursdays 6:30-7:30 Miss Irene +Jazz (Age 9+) Miss Irene **must be enrolled in Modern & Ballet 2 or 3 Class Day/Time: Thursdays 5:45-6:30pm [45min] Interested? Go online here <http://www.themovementproject.org/school-of-dance> for more details or contact Grace Nicklos at grace(a)themovementproject.org -- *Irene Honora* Company Member The Movement Project http://www.themovementproject.org/

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Fall classes at The Center for Applied Drama and Autism
by Wendy Duke 11 Sep '19

11 Sep '19

Looking for a fun activity for your child on the autism spectrum? We offer theatre classes for all abilities on Saturdays throughout the year. Our classes enhance communication skills while promoting creative collaboration. Our instructors are trained in specific techniques to help students on the spectrum succeed in class and in life. Class size is small, so be sure to register right away. For anyone who is interested but not sure how their child will take to theatre classes, please contact us and arrange for a visit/observation. Cost is $260/10 sessions. The Center for Applied Drama and Autism is located at 1501 S Hawkins Ave, Akron OH 44320. Our fall session begins Sept 14 and goes through Nov 23. Contact us via email: info(a)centerforada.org, office phone: 234-678-7830 or check out our web site: centerforada.org Fall 2019 Schedule ALL THE WORLD'S A STAGE** Ages 8-13 Saturdays 9 am - 10 am 10 weeks, $260 Instructors: Wendy Duke & Laura Valendza For young people who enjoy role play and acting out stories, with a focus on adventure tales, superheroes and sidekicks, animal trickster tales and a wee bit of Shakespeare IMPROV FOR ALL* For all ages and abilities Saturdays 10:15 am - 11:15 am 10 weeks, $260 Instructors: Ruben Ryan and Brandon Meeker Our improv class encourages collaboration, curiosity and creativity. Our instructors create a fun and supportive environment that allow the participants to explore, develop, and succeed using the art of theatre improvisation. NEXT STAGE TRANSITIONS WORKSHOP** Ages 14-22 Saturdays 11:30pm - 12:30pm 10 weeks, $260.00 Instructors: Wendy Duke & Laura Valendza For young people on the spectrum who are getting ready for a transitional time in their lives, moving from middle school to high school to college to career. Through work on a collaborative theatre project, participants will be rehearsing the skills they will need in real life as well as the stage. *Inclusive and diverse — for young people of all abilities **Designed for young people with autism specifically *Wendy Duke* Co-Founder, *The Center for Applied Drama and Autism* Program Director, *Theatre on the Spectrum Adult Day Company, Ardmore Inc* email: wendy(a)centerforada.org <laura(a)centerforada.org> telephone: 330.687.4177 web: centerforada.org

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Death Defying Acts Opens This Friday Sept.13
by Nicole Romo 11 Sep '19

11 Sep '19

Dunamis Theatre and The Center Present: Death Defying Acts by David Mamet, Elaine May, and Woody Allen. For Immediate Release-Sept.11,2019 Akron, Ohio. The Center for Art, Music, and Performance are pleased to host Dunamis Theatre’s production of the dark comedy Death Defying Acts. This hysterical night will entertain audiences in three one act plays over the course of one evening. Death Defying Acts will showcase the plays The Interview by David Mamet, Hotline by Elaine May, and Central Park West by Woody Allen. All three of these wonderful plays were directed by Chris Bizub. Death Defying Acts opens on September 13th and runs September 14th, 20th, and 21st. The Center is located at 118 W. Market St. in Akron, Ohio 44308 and will be the venue for all of the performances. The cast includes Mia Radabaugh, Dylan Gregory, Amy Balsinger, Casey McCann, and Rebecca Semancik. Tickets for the shows are only $15 at the door and online at dunamistheatreboxoffice.ticketleap.com/death-defying-acts/ About the director: This is a special production for Chris having directed a production of Hotline several years ago at Broadview Heights Spotlights Community Theater. It was nice to revisit this piece and it’s consistently relevant messaging as well as getting the opportunity to work pieces by two powerhouse playwrights like David Mamet and Woody Allen. When Chris is not spending all his spare time directing, he lives with his lovely wife Brittany and their two cats in Wickliffe. Chris’ has a Masters in Arts Administration from the University of Akron as well as a Bachelors’ in Theatre from Baldwin Wallace College. He currently works as a Registration Assistant at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo and as a Ticketing Concierge at Playhouse Square, but he spends the majority of his spare time acting and directing in the Cleveland/Akron area. Some of his recent directing credits include Lend me a Tenor at Cassidy Theatre, War of the Worlds and The Dining Room at Bay Village Community Theatre, Exit the Body at East Cleveland Theater, Almost, Maine and Wait Until Dark at Broadview Heights Spotlights Community Theatre, Driving Miss Daisy, The Odd Couple, The Complete Works of William Shakespeare [Abridged] and Play On! at Strongsville Community Theater, A Christmas Carol at Geauga Lyric Theater Guild, Panache at Clague Playhouse, and As You Like It at Rubber City Shakespeare Company. We have an amazing group of actors in this show and it has been an honor working with all of them About Dunamis Theatre: Dunamis Theatre is an alternative performance company with a priority to both cultivating new works and presenting published works in experimental form and or challenging in content. Our intent is to provide a theatrical experience through all genres of theatre focusing on high quality productions.. The mission of Dunamis Theatre is to inspire, challenge, entertain, educate, and empower artists and audiences of all ages by igniting the spark within our own internal dynamite; provoking examination of our contemporary world. -- *Nici Romo* Managing Artistic Director Dunamis Theatre

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Steel Magnolias: The Wadsworth Footlighters: This Weekend Only!
by The Wadsworth Footlighters 11 Sep '19

11 Sep '19

Steel Magnolias Presented By The Wadsworth Footlighters September 12th - 15th, 2019 Thursday, Friday, and Saturday at 7:30pm Sunday at 2:30pm At Concordia At Sumner (970 Sumner Parkway, Copley, OH 44321) Tickets: $10.00 For All Ages (Available at Door or online [wadsworthfootlighters.com] (Online Service Fees Apply) Featuring: Vickie Jackson as Truvy MaryBeth Knode as Annelle Lexi Frendak as Shelby Jaclyn Phelps as Ouiser Kim Pickard as M'Lynn Lisa Mortensen as Clairee Anna Lambert as Radio DJ Production Staff: Brenton Cochran - Director Diane Frendak - Production Manager Matthew Wilks - Stage Manager Synopsis: The action is set in Truvy's beauty salon in Chinquapin, Louisiana, where all the ladies who are "anybody" come to have their hair done. Helped by her eager new assistant, Annelle (who is not sure whether or not she is still married), the outspoken, wise-cracking Truvy dispenses shampoos and free advice to the town's rich curmudgeon, Ouiser, ("I'm not crazy, I've just been in a bad mood for forty years"); an eccentric millionaire, Miss Clairee, who has a raging sweet tooth; and the local social leader, M'Lynn, whose daughter, Shelby (the prettiest girl in town), is about to marry a "good ole boy." Filled with hilarious repartee and not a few acerbic but humorously revealing verbal collisions, the play moves toward tragedy when, in the second act, the spunky Shelby (who is a diabetic) risks pregnancy and forfeits her life. The sudden realization of their mortality affects the others, but also draws on the underlying strength—and love—which give the play, and its characters, the special quality to make them truly touching, funny and marvelously amiable company in good times and bad. Steel Magnolias By: Robert Harling is presented with special arrangement with Dramatists Play Service.

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MASTERCLASS WITH NATALIE WEISS | AKRON CIVIC THEATRE
by Alexandre Marr 11 Sep '19

11 Sep '19

Acclaimed singer and vocal coach Natalie Weiss conducts a masterclass accompanied by pianist Alexandre Marr on Wednesday, September 18th at 6pm at the Akron Civic Theatre. The class will begin with group riffing demonstrations and exercises followed by solo participant performances and critiques from Natalie. All solo spots are filled, however the class has additional capacity for the group riffing session.The evening will conclude with a Q&A. Class admission is $60, payable at the following link: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/4332953 Masterclass participants are welcome to bring guests interested in observing the class from the audience. Bio Natalie Weiss gained an international following from her performance videos and popular YouTube web series, "Breaking Down The Riffs". As a private vocal coach and master class teacher, she trains performers across the US and throughout the world. Natalie guides singers with her trademarked method to break down riffs & runs from pop icons and often refers to her mission as “Pop Singing For Dummies.” Natalie is one of the most sought-after voices among new musical theatre writers and is a soloist on several albums by numerous new musical theatre composers. She is part of the vocal ensemble on the acclaimed soundtrack for The Greatest Showman, can be heard on the Original Broadway Cast recording of Dear Evan Hansen as one of the Virtual Community Voices and is one of 4 singers on the main jingles for The Incredibles 2. Other credits include Everyday Rapture on Broadway, national tours of Les Miserables and Wicked and regional productions of Ghost and Chess. Natalie received her BFA in musical theatre from Penn State University. She has plans to develop an online riff course within the next few years. For more info, visit natalieweissofficial.com.

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Lillian Pyles Casting is seeking talent for Liam Neeson feature film
by Actor Factory 11 Sep '19

11 Sep '19

*Need 18-25 year old, thin Caucasian male actor to play bald, tattooed, revolting type. Must be willing to cut hair. Send full-body picture and headshot to TMMauditionconfirmation(a)gmail.com along with your phone number in the email. This role is auditioning today and tomorrow. *Seeking paid Stand-Ins now for 'The Minuteman' filming in Cleveland, Ohio. If interested & fit descriptions plus available according to individual schedules below, please email two photos (full body & head shot) that have been taken within a few days to tmmauditionconfirmation(a)gmail.com TODAY. Put STAND-IN (character name) in subject and include your name and contact number. Adults only. PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT IF YOU DO NOT FIT MOST DESCRIPTIONS FOR THE SPECIFIC CHARACTER. Men also include sport coat size, waist, and pants length. In addition include your email address and attach two photos (full body & head shot). If your email lacks any of these requirements your review may be delayed. Consideration will be given to those matching talent elements the most (refer to photos as well). Need Stand-Ins for these characters: JIM - Caucasian male, 6’2” – 6’5”, slender muscular build, jacket 44, pants 36/34. Light brown hair, blue eyes. Must be available everyday between 9/24-10/21. MIGUEL (need a double and stand-in) - Latino male/female, 4’10” – 5’2”, must be an adult. Black hair, brown eyes. Must be available everyday between 9/24-10/21. MAURICIO - Colombian/Hispanic male, 5’11 - 6’3’, slender muscular build, jacket 42, pants 33/32. Dark brown hair, brown eyes. Must be available everyday between 9/24-10/21. lillianpylescasting.com

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CABARET FOR A CURE | FEATURING NATALIE WEISS
by Alexandre Marr 11 Sep '19

11 Sep '19

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20TH AT THE AKRON CIVIC THEATRE Acclaimed singer and vocal coach Natalie Weiss headlines an evening of music accompanied/produced by Akron pianist Alexandre Marr. The concert will feature out of town and local artists/ensembles. Allen Cruz, Amy Bransky, Brandy Kay Riha, Christine Stewart, Dominic Iudiciani, Brianna Swinford, Desirée Hargrave, Dominic Iudiciani, Francine Parr, Grant Campbell, Heidi Swinford, James Major Burns, Josh Budd, Joshua Johnson, Kathy Sees, Kirsten Forshew, Kathleen Pellington, Laura Williams, Mary Ober, Merissa Coleman, Olivia Wimberly, Pat Harris, Rebecca Brown, Ronnie Dailey, Ryan Routh, Tiffany Bauman, Tiffany Magill, Tim Carson, Tim Harkleroad, Trevail Smith, Valerie Stewart, My Drunkin Uncle, Temple Brothers Music, Akron’s own ETC All-American, Rouge, Main Street show choirs and others alongside a full band performing modern, theatrical, and Broadway repertoire including selections from Dear Evan Hansen, Next to Normal, The Greatest Showman, Anastasia, Hamilton, and more. Proceeds from this concert will benefit Molly Oldham, a NE Ohio musical theatre performer who recently underwent surgery to have a brain tumor removed just before leaving for her freshman year of college only to find it was Anaplastic Ependymoma, a rare cancer with only about 300 cases diagnosed every year. Molly is 18 years old and surrounded by family and friends who are committed to help her beat this cancer. She plans to attend University of North Carolina Greensboro for an exclusive musical theatre program where only 7 applicants were accepted this year. The school is holding her place in the program. Tickets can be purchased here: https://www.akroncivic.com/shows/143 Band Alexandre Marr - Piano Travis Baiera - Keys Kirk Georgia - Drumset Chad Wimberly - Guitar Merissa Coleman - Aux Headliner Bio Natalie Weiss gained an international following from her performance videos and popular YouTube web series, "Breaking Down The Riffs". As a private vocal coach and master class teacher, she trains performers across the US and throughout the world. Natalie guides singers with her trademarked method to break down riffs & runs from pop icons and often refers to her mission as “Pop Singing For Dummies.” Natalie is one of the most sought-after voices among new musical theatre writers and is a soloist on several albums by numerous new musical theatre composers. She is part of the vocal ensemble on the acclaimed soundtrack for The Greatest Showman, can be heard on the Original Broadway Cast recording of Dear Evan Hansen as one of the Virtual Community Voices and is one of 4 singers on the main jingles for The Incredibles 2. Other credits include Everyday Rapture on Broadway, national tours of Les Miserables and Wicked and regional productions of Ghost and Chess. Natalie received her BFA in musical theatre from Penn State University. She has plans to develop an online riff course within the next few years. For more info, visit natalieweissofficial.com.

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