September 2019 - NEohioPAL - lists.neohiopal.org

Seeking acting instructor
by Becky Parson 08 Sep '19

08 Sep '19

JRC Adult Day Center is seeking an acting instructor for our Intergenerational Connections program. This program is designed to bring together Pre-K children and our senior members and focuses on emotional and social skill development. The instructor would be responsible for creative interactive story telling or improvisational acting, with the use of props, making sure both groups are engaged in the activity. This class would take place once a month (the last Friday of each month) from 10a-11a. We are a non-profit 501c(3) organization. This is a VOLUNTEER position. If interested or have further questions, please contact IG Connections Coordinator Becky Parson at Becky.parson(a)jrccares.org

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Role of Cradeau still available for No Exit at Twin Masks
by Claudia Lillibridge 08 Sep '19

08 Sep '19

Looking for Cradeau for No Exit at Twin Masks! Twin Masks is located at 9076 Church Street in Twinsburg. Written by Jean-Paul Sartre, adapted from French by Paul Bowles. Directed by Brian Westerley. THE STORY: Two women and one man are locked up together for eternity in one hideous room in Hell. The windows are bricked up, there are no mirrors, the electric lights can never be turned off, and there is no exit. The irony of this Hell is that its torture is not of the rack and fire, but of the burning humiliation of each soul as it is stripped of its pretenses by the cruel curiosity of the damned. Here the soul is shorn of secrecy, and even the blackest deeds are mercilessly exposed to the fierce light of Hell. It is an eternal torment. Performance Dates are November 1, 2, 8, 9, 15 and 16. In need of an actor between the ages of 25-60. Please contact the director with your interest at montecount(a)hotmail.com. No Exit is secured with rights granted by Samuel French Inc. Twin Masks Performing Arts Center is a registered 501c3 non profit entity and is a proud member of OCTA and AACT. ALL performers and crew are volunteer positions and are not paid. Sent from my iPhone

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Register by Wednesday for Chekhov/Lecoq CLOWN Workshop, Red Nose Encounters
by Ray Caspio - Michael Chekhov Center Cleveland 08 Sep '19

08 Sep '19

Michael Chekhov Center Cleveland is committed to the art of the actor through explorations of the psychophysical 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. *RED NOSE ENCOUNTERSSept. 14 & 15* *“Clowning will teach you to believe in whatever you wish. Clowning will awaken within you that eternal child which bespeaks the trust and utter simplicity of all great artists.”* *Michael Chekhov, To the Actor* *“The clown has great importance as part of the search for what is laughable and ridiculous in man. We should put the emphasis on the rediscovery of our own individual clown, the one that has grown-up within us and which society does not allow us to express.”* *Jacques Lecoq* *WHAT ARE WE EXPLORING?* We will explore that magical, curious state of the clown through the playful power of the red nose, which awakens your individual state of authentic play. In this two-day, twelve-hour experience, you will be brought to an encounter with your personal clown through the psychophysical principles of the Michael Chekhov Technique, led by Ray Caspio, and the movement-based approach of Jacques Lecoq, led by Cathleen O’Malley. *WHEN DO WE EXPLORE?* Saturday, September 14 and Sunday, September 15 10am-5pm each day, with a break from 1pm-2pm. You must be available both days to participate. *WHERE DO WE EXPLORE?* Idea Center at Playhouse Square 1375 Euclid Avenue Cleveland, OH 44115 *WHAT IS MY INVESTMENT?*$100.00. *This low rate is possible thanks to the support of the LAUNCH performance creation residency program of the Community Engagement & Education Department at Playhouse Square, Cleveland, Ohio.* *WHERE CAN I FIND ALL THE DETAILS & REGISTER?* http://www.raycaspio.com/michael-chekhov-center-cleveland-classes/clown *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 Caspio (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. *Thanks to Playhouse Square’s LAUNCH performance creation residency program, we are able to offer one full-ride scholarship to Red Nose Encounters to a qualifying artist. All other applicants will be considered for a sliding scale scholarship. This offer is for LGBTQ-identifying artists only and applications must be received ASAP (like, right now!) for consideration!*

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THE BOOK OF MORMON @ Playhouse Square
by Roy Berko 08 Sep '19

08 Sep '19

*•••••••••••••••••••••••••••* *CAPSULE JUDGEMENT: If you haven’t seen “The Book of Mormon,” or need a new shot of irreverent satire which skewers anyone and everyone, this is an absolute go see production. If you are a language prude, religious fanatic, or aren’t in the mood for ridiculous delight, too bad, as you are going to miss one hell of a good show! It’s everything a modern musical that is meant for pure entertainment, with a sip of philosophy, should be! * *To read the entire review go to: **www.royberko.info* <http://www.royberko.info>*. ** To read the capsule judgements of the other Cleveland reviewers go to: **www.clevelandtheaterreviews.com* <http://www.clevelandtheaterreviews.com> *••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••*

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French Creek Theatre Tickets ON SALE MONDAY!
by fctheatre 08 Sep '19

08 Sep '19

French Creek Theatre<http://metroparks.cc/theatre.php> is pleased to announce... 2019/2020 Individual Tickets Go On Sale MONDAY @ 10AM Get your favorite seats to amazing shows<https://frenchcreektheatre.wordpress.com/2019/08/04/announcing-the-2019-202…> before they're gone! Tickets can only be purchased in-person<https://www.google.com/maps/place/French+Creek+Nature+Center/@41.4601356,-8…>, online<http://metroparks.cc/french-creek-theatre-tickets.php> or by phone at (440) 949-5200

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Free to a good home---props, posters, and programs
by Art Thomas 08 Sep '19

08 Sep '19

I have a small collection of specialty props from the following shows: "Grease", "The Nerd", "Cabaret", "Dracula", If you are doing any of these shows this year, please contact me and I'll tell you what I have. I also have a 1960's 1970's collection of fluorescent (black light) posters mostly with psychadelic themes, as well as other vintage posters of the era. (Does anyone remember "Pat Paulson for President"??) Finally, from my days as a theater reviewer, I have a collection of programs from the area's professional theaters. The collection spans almost 50 years. Everything is available for pick up in Lakewood. Organizations need to be able to supply a letter detailing what you are picking up and state that the donor (me) did not get any payment for the items. Please e-mail rather than phone. Thank you! Art Thomas <goog_1175686355> athomas3234(a)gmail.com

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Review of "Stupid F**king Bird" at Dobama Theatre
by Bob Abelman 08 Sep '19

08 Sep '19

Chekhov is given a cheeky makeover in Dobama’s marvelous ‘Stupid F**king Bird’ Bob Abelman Cleveland Jewish News, The News Herald, The Morning Journal Perhaps it’s the deep, elusive and haunting quality of Anton Chekhov’s 19th century plays – where what appears at first glance to be deceptively simple reveals something ominous just beneath the surface – that has inspired so many contemporary retellings. But it is the pathologically laconic precision of Chekhov’s writing and the angst-filled, self-aware people with way too much time on their hands who populate it that has inspired some recent reinventions that are boldly and wonderfully satirical. Prime examples are Christopher Durang’s “Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike,” which was recently staged by the Cleveland Play House, and Aaron Posner’s “Stupid F**king Bird,” which is being given an absolutely brilliant production at Dobama Theatre. “Stupid F**king Bird,” which is Posner’s take on Chekhov’s 1895 classic “The Seagull,” received its world premiere at Washington, D.C.’s Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company in 2013 and became one of the Top 10 most-produced plays in the country the following year. For more of this review, go to: www.clevelandjewishnews.com/columnists/bob_abelman/

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Choreographer wanted!
by Kelly Andrews 08 Sep '19

08 Sep '19

Seeking a choreographer for the Canal Fulton Players upcoming production of “UnwRapping Santa,” a brand new, locally written musical for kids and adults of all ages! This is a volunteer position, looking to fill the role as soon as possible. The choreographer will be in charge of creating and teaching 3-4 musical numbers for a small cast. Styles are upbeat pop and hip hop/rap. One number will consist of kids only, the others will be filled with whatever cast members we obtain through auditions. We would like to fill this role before September 17th, though we will accept submissions after that date. Dance rehearsals will be scheduled according to the choreographer’s availability, preferably once a week starting September 23rd and running until November 11th, though this is all flexible and we are willing to work with you. Rehearsals will take place at Advent Lutheran Church on Edison St in Uniontown, performances will be at Raintree Golf and Event Center on Mayfair Rd. Please send an email of interest to Kelly Devus at kellymjandrews(a)gmail.com. Feel free to include a resume and/or video samples. We will are also willing to work with choreographers who are new and have no previous credits. www.canalfultonplayers.net Sent from my iPhone

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Houde School of Acting New Schedule and Location!
by Jessica Houde 07 Sep '19

07 Sep '19

Hi All, We want to inform you all of our new schedule for fall 2019. Also, in case you haven't heard, we have closed our Coventry location and moved the classes to our Downtown location. If you'd like to try out a free class please email us and we will get you scheduled in! Thanks,Jessica Houde-Morris Houde School of Acting 2019 Fall Schedule Cleveland (2310 Superior Ave) Sunday 4:30-6:30 Improv 2 Sunday 7-9:30 Improv 1 Monday 5-6:30 Young Actors Monday 6:45-9:30 Meisner Technique Tuesday 7-9:30 Improv for the Actor Wednesday 6-8 Dialects Thursday 230-4:15 Meisner Technique Thursday 4:30-6 Young Actors Thursday 6-7:30 On-Set Script Choices Thursday 7:30-9:30 Advanced Meisner Kent (402 S. Francis Rd.) Monday 7-9:30 Improv Tuesday 5-6:30 Young Actors Tuesday 7-9:30 Meisner Wednesday 630-8 Advanced Meisner Friday 3:30-5 Meisner Technique Saturday 12-1230 On Camera/Meisner

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Berko review: STUPID FUCKING BIRD @ Dobama
by Roy Berko 07 Sep '19

07 Sep '19

*•••••••••••••••••••••••••••* *Capsule judgement: As a person present at the very start of Dobama, I would say that Donald Bianchi, the theater’s founder, would approve and be delighted that “his” theater is still fulfilling “his” dream by producing the wondrous likes of “Stupid Fucking Bird.” Kudos to the director, technicians and actors for launching this glorious flight.* *To read the entire review go to: **www.royberko.info* <http://www.royberko.info>*. ** To read the capsule judgements of the other Cleveland reviewers go to: **www.clevelandtheaterreviews.com* <http://www.clevelandtheaterreviews.com> *••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••*

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