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Creative Studio Space staring at $39 per month
by H&E Productions 07 Feb '20

07 Feb '20

We are finishing our renovations and hoping to be ready for new creative space sharers February 1. Tired of meeting your clients in Starbucks? Sick of holding auditions in libraries or whatever last minute shady spot you can find? Appearances matter and if you want to be taken seriously as a professional, you need to be conducting business in a location that says "I'm a real film and video professional. THE FILM SPACE is geared towards the indie filmmaker, video professional or photographer that wants to have a regular space to conduct business but doesn't want to be bogged down with a lease or hefty rent. Choose the monthly package that's right for you. Whether you need 4 or 40 hours a month, THE FILM SPACE has the flexibility you need without breaking your budget. Packages start at $39 per month. Visit www.clevelandfilmspace.com <http://www.clevelandfilmspace.com/?fbclid=IwAR0D_SawSh1X_u15VbgwllcPCUOIAuv…> for more information and to fill out an application.

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Front Desk Receptionist
by Stephen 06 Feb '20

06 Feb '20

Front Desk Receptionist Model & Talent Agency is seeking part-time & full-time receptionist position (morning/afternoon/evenings & some Saturdays) room for advancement. Daily responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: * Greeting and welcoming visitors * Answering a multi-line phone * Data entry and other administrative duties * Familiarity with applications associated with Microsoft Office Please forward your resume via email to stephen(a)pmtm.com.

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Keep NEohioPAL ALIVE and FREE - please read this message...
by Fred Sternfeld 06 Feb '20

06 Feb '20

Dear Subscribers, NEohioPAL is now in its 23rd year of providing people like you a valuable tool that draws together Northeast Ohio's arts community. Your donation keeps this unique performing arts resource alive and free to all readers and posters. Last year a modest number (around 2.9%) of NEohioPAL supporters generously helped us defray costs. Here is a list <http://t.sidekickopen08.com/e1t/c/5/f18dQhb0S7lC8dDMPbW2n0x6l2B9nMJW7t5XZs5…> of the people who have chosen to have their names listed thus far for 2020, as well as the total list from 2019. NEohioPAL supporters are performers, artists and arts lovers who recognize the value of staying in touch with our region's arts scene. They are also people who realize that we have some very real expenses: web hosting, bandwidth, utilities, supplies and our time keeping the site free of SPAM and running smoothly. If you have ever learned of an audition, found a job, promoted your event or had a great night out at a performance, please consider supporting our efforts through a donation. To donate, please go to http://www.fredsternfeld.com/support-neohiopal/. At that site you will find the Paypal link to volunteer your financial support - OR - mail a check (put your email address in the check's memo section so we can acknowledge your donation and thank you on the contributors's page) made out to "NEohioPAL, Ltd." and send it to: NEohioPAL, Ltd. c/o Fred Sternfeld 7230 Brighton Park Ct. Chagrin Falls, Oh 44023 Here are suggestions to help you decide what to donate: 14 cents per day = $50 per year 20 cents per day = $75 per year *27 cents per day = $100 per year* *50 cents per day = $182.50 per year* *1 dollar per day = $365 per year* Any amount ($5 or $10 is fine) is helpful. If you are able to do more, even better. Thanks for your participation in making the arts scene in Northeast Ohio vibrant and collaborative. Warm Regards, Fred Sternfeld <http://t.sidekickopen08.com/e1t/c/5/f18dQhb0S7lC8dDMPbW2n0x6l2B9nMJW7t5XZs5…> NEohioPAL founder and administrator Noah Budin <http://t.sidekickopen08.com/e1t/c/5/f18dQhb0S7lC8dDMPbW2n0x6l2B9nMJW7t5XZs5…> NEohioPAL associate administrator P.S. We will post this message to NEohioPAL several times from now through February 15, 2020. After that, we will not do a direct "ask" again until January of next year. If a modest donation is not in your budget this month, information on how to support NEohioPAL will always be in the footer of each message. -- Fred Sternfeld Neohiopal Ltd. Owner and Administrator fredsternfeld(a)neohiopal.org http://www.fredsternfeld.com/neohiopal/

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FEB 13 - 16 | CPT & Masrah Cleveland Al-Arabi مسرح كليفلاند العربي present وبعدها التقينا And Then We Met…
by Caitlin Lewins 04 Feb '20

04 Feb '20

Cleveland Public Theatre & Masrah Cleveland Al-Arabi مسرح كليفلاند العربي Present وبعدها التقينا And Then We Met…<https://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2019-2020/%d9%88%d8%a8%d8%b9…> Created by the ensemble members of Masrah Cleveland Al-Arabi مسرح كليفلاند العربي with Raymond Bobgan & Faye Hargate Directed by Raymond Bobgan & Faye Hargate FEBRUARY 13 – 16 On Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, doors open at 6:45pm and the show begins promptly at 7:30pm. On Sunday, doors open at 2:15pm, and the show begins promptly at 3:00pm. Four strangers from remarkably different backgrounds come together and their lives are changed. وبعدها التقينا And Then We Met… celebrates the power of overcoming prejudice and the struggle to balance responsibilities to family, country, religion, and to ourselves. Performing their own personal stories, Masrah Cleveland Al-Arabi مسرح كليفلاند العربي is a Cleveland Public Theatre program created by, for, and with Arabic-speaking communities. The ensemble of artists is open to all people who share a heritage from Arabic-speaking cultures and a curiosity and passion for theatre. This play is bilingual, presented in English and Arabic with subtitles. ENSEMBLE Abbas Alhilali, Ebaa Boudiab, Issam Boudiab, Jamal Julia Boudiab, Hussein Ghareeb, Amro Handousa, Ahmed Kadous, Omar Kurdi, Shirien Muntaser, Haneen Yehya, Ahlem Zaaeed with additional contributions by Hana El Badawi CREATIVE PRODUCTION TEAM Raymond Bobgan – Producer Faye Hargate – Line Producer Marissa Green – Stage Manager Alison Garrigan – Costume Designer Hussein Ghareeb – Scenic Designer Nisrine Khazaal – Board Operator / Translation Consultant Jeremy Paul – Lighting Designer ADVISORY COMMITTEE Jamila Alhaib, Abbas Alhilali, Prof. Alia Almashni, Pierre Bejjani, Ebaa Boudiab, Issam Boudiab, Jamal Julia Boudiab, Hon. Joe Cimperman, Irene Farah, Dr. Michel Farah, Hussein Ghareeb, Prof. Ahmad Hamo, Dr. Wael Khoury, Alma Khoury Korkor, Abdelghani Kitab, George Koussa, Omar Kurdi, Rebecca Mayhew, Dr. Widad Mousa, Shirien Muntaser, Dr. Abed el-Rahman Tayyara, Ruth Tracy, Manar Yared, Haneen Yehya, Nazek El Halabi Yehya, Isam Zaiem Tickets: $12-18 6415 Detroit Avenue, Cleveland OH 44102 CPT is located in the heart of the Gordon Square Arts District. Tickets available at www.cptonline.org<http://www.cptonline.org> or CPT Box Office (216) 631-2727 ext. 501. Caitlin Lewins she / her / hers Director of Audience Engagement & Media Relations Cleveland Public Theatre 6415 Detroit Ave Cleveland OH, 44102 (216) 631-2727 x211

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The Scottsboro Boys Beck Center & BW Collaboration
by Julie Gilliland 03 Feb '20

03 Feb '20

The Scottsboro Boys February 7 - February 23, 2020, Mackey Theater Produced by Beck Center for the Arts in collaboration with Baldwin Wallace University Music Theatre Program Curtain times are 8 p.m. Fridays & Saturdays | 3 p.m. Sundays Additional performances: Thursday February 13, Wednesday February 19 and Thursday February 20, 2020 ________________________________ Use promo code TRIAL to save $5 off adult/senior tickets purchased by 2/6/20. Not valid on $10 Smart Seats(r) or Student Tickets. ________________________________ Nominated for 12 Tony Awards (r), The Scottsboro Boys is the ninth annual Baldwin Wallace University Music Theater <https://bwmt.bw.edu/> Program Collaboration. Regional Premiere. Based on the Scottsboro Boys' trial. Created by Kander & Ebb. Like Cabaret and Chicago this musical creates a dynamic social critique. A Post-Show Talk will take place after the Preview performance on Thursday, Feb 6 inside the Mackey Theater. Stay after that one select performance to meet the director and select cast members. This event is FREE. Pre-Show Talks will be held in the Main Gallery (inside the main building, right next to the Mackey Theater) on Sunday Feb. 16th at 2:15 p.m. and 7:17 p.m. on Saturday Feb. 22nd. Pre-Show Talks are FREE. This production contains adult content and language Creative Team * Music and Lyrics by John Kander & Fred Ebb * Book by David Thompson * Directed & Choreographed by Jon Martinez * Original Direction & Choreography by Susan Stroman Presented by special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI) "'Scottsboro' contains what might be the most beautiful song they (Kander & Ebb) wrote - 'Go Back Home,' a mournful ballad of longing enough to bring to tears anyone who ever has been away and in trouble" - CHICAGO TRIBUNE Presented with the support of FGI Foundation, a supporting foundation of Jewish Federation of Cleveland, Francine M. Gordon, Trustee.

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Auditions for "The Odd Couple (Female Version)" at Wolf Creek Players
by B W 31 Jan '20

31 Jan '20

"The Odd Couple (Female Version)" at Wolf Creek Players By: Neil Simon Directed by: Brian Westerley Auditions (consisting of readings from the script) will be at Houston Hall, 3069 Houston Rd., Norton. Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E084EACAA2DA4FF2-auditions<https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E084EACAA2DA4FF2-auditions?fbclid=IwAR2MS…> Rehearsals begin end of February/beginning of March Performance Dates: April 16, 17, 18, 2020 Four shows, including Saturday matinee Casting: 6 women, 2 men Neil Simon’s revision of his hugely successful play, "The Odd Couple," sees the lead characters transformed into Olive Madison & Florence Unger. Olive & her group of girlfriends are enjoying their weekly Trivial Pursuit night in Olive’s messy & ill-equipped apartment. As the game continues, Florence arrives, fresh from being dumped by her husband. Fearful that the neurotic Florence might attempt suicide, Olive invites her to move in as her roommate. However, Olive & Florence have VERY different personalities. Where Olive is messy, untidy & unconcerned about the state of her apartment, Florence is obsessively clean, tidy & obsessed with hygiene. Olive’s easy-going outlook on life soon clashes with Florence’s highly-strung neurotic tendencies, testing their friendship to the limit. When Olive organizes a double-date with the Costazuela brothers, their differences come to a head & sparks fly. Questions? Email wolfcreekplayers(a)gmail.com

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Final chances to see the critically-acclaimed "Alias Grace" at Weathervane Playhouse
by Fred Gloor 31 Jan '20

31 Jan '20

Kerry Clawson of the Akron Beacon Journal calls Margaret Atwood's Alias Grace, "...a dark thriller that keeps us constantly in suspense..." Full review https://bit.ly/2sTM7vL David Ritchey of the West Side Leader says "The cast helps the story's easy flow. (Olivia) King as (Grace) Marks helps the story flow like a river, sometimes smooth and sometimes in rough rapids. King's performance is worth the price of admission." Full review https://bit.ly/37k9PAl Preview article from the Akron Beacon Journal https://bit.ly/2NyvNrz A psychological thriller from the author of The Handmaid's Tale. Based upon the novel by Margaret Atwood and adapted for the stage by Jennifer Blackmer, Margaret Atwood's Alias Grace tells the true story of an Irish immigrant who worked as a household maid in the mid-1800s and was later convicted of murder. Although set in another era, it speaks specifically and almost uncannily to today's audiences. The show addresses issues such as the reception of immigrants, the predatory nature of the powerful, and how others in power conspire to keep their crimes hidden. Margaret Atwood's Alias Grace runs January 16th through February 2nd in the Founders Theater. Show times are Thursdays through Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2:30 p.m. Tickets are $11 -$23 and can be purchased by calling 330-836-2626 or by visiting www.weathervaneplayhouse.com<http://www.weathervaneplayhouse.com> Standard ticketing fees apply. Playwright Jennifer Blackmer will be joining us after the show on Saturday, January 18th for a talk-back. Director, Melanie YC Pepe, says of the show: "Margaret Atwood's Alias Grace is a true-crime story. A murder mystery. Comic. Tragic. A history play. Social commentary. Fact. Fiction. All of these statements are true... if you want them to be." AUDIENCE ADVISORY: The play is recommended for audiences ages 16 and older due to adult content and themes. THE CAST OLIVIA KING Grace Marks ADAM C. ALDERSON Simon Jordan MOLLY CLAY Mrs. Rachel Lavell LAURA NIEHAUS Mary Whitney BROOKE LYTTON Nancy Montgomery RICHARD WORSWICK Jeremiah/Jerome DuPont SCOTT K. DAVIS Thomas Kinnear JOSHUA LARKIN James McDermott THE CREATIVE TEAM MELANIE YC PEPE Director AYRON LORD Stage Manager KEVIN LAMBES Assistant Director TIFFANY BIRD Properties Designer KATIE ROWLAND Sound Designer CHUCK RICHIE Dialect Coach SAMANTHA KAUFMAN Intimacy Director JASEN J. SMITH Costume Designer RICHARD MORRIS, JR. Scenic Designer/Lighting Designer/Technical Director KATHY KOHL Assistant Technical Director JACK-ANTHONY INA Master Electrician JOHN COYNE House Sound Technician Weathervane Playhouse's 2019-2020 Season Support Provided by: Akron Community Foundation The Akron/Summit Convention and Visitors Bureau Beatrice K. McDonald Family Fund of Akron Community Foundation Glenn R. and Alice V. Boggess Memorial Foundation Bridgestone Americas Foundation Clear Gold Audio and Lighting Mary and Dr. George L. Demetros Charitable Trust Margaret J. Dietz The Dr. Kenneth F. Swanson Fund for the Arts The Char and Chuck Fowler Family Foundation Corinne L. Dodero Foundation for the Arts & Sciences Fairlawn Area Chamber of Commerce GAR Foundation The Gay Community Endowment Fund of Akron Community Foundation Helen Davison Fleming Kenneth L. Calhoun Charitable Trust (KeyBank, Trustee) Tom and Shelley Koutnik The John A. McAlonan Fund of Akron Community Foundation The Mary S. and David C. Corbin Foundation Maynard Family Foundation Kohmann Bosshard Financial Services, LLC Bill and Ann Lowery Fund W. Paul Mills and Thora J. Mills Foundation Northeast Ohio Boomer and Beyond Magazine In Memory of Patricia Obenour Ohio Arts Council OMNOVA Solutions Foundation The M.G. O'Neill Foundation Peg's Foundation Charles F. and Mabel M. Ritchie Memorial Foundation SeibertKeck Insurance Partners Lloyd L. and Louse K. Smith Memorial Foundation Jean P Stevens Fund of Akron Community Foundation Roush Memorial Fund of Akron Community Foundation The Weathervane Playhouse Volunteer Guild The Welty Family Foundation WITAN The Estate of Vaughn Austin L. R. Wilcox Charitable Fund WKSU 89.7 FM

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LCCC ANNOUNCES "LYSISTRATA" AUDITIONS
by Jeremy Benjamin 31 Jan '20

31 Jan '20

Lorain County Community College announces auditions for: LYSISTRATA By Aristophanes Translation by Nicholas Rudall Directed by Stephanie Wilbert “Lysistrata” is a bawdy anti-war comedy by the ancient Greek playwright Aristophanes, first staged in 411 BCE. It is the comic account of one woman’s extraordinary mission to end the Peloponnesian War, as Lysistrata convinces the women of Greece to withhold sexual privileges from their husbands as a means of forcing the men to negotiate peace. Some consider it his greatest work, and it is probably the most anthologized. Nicholas Rudall’s new translation captures the splendid variety of Aristophanes’ astute theatricality and poetic wit. WHO: Auditions are open to all LCCC students and staff, as well as actors from the community. WHAT TO PREPARE: - Auditions will be held in 5-minute time slots. - You may read from available sides OR prepare a one-minute comedic monologue. - If available, please bring one copy of your headshot and resume to the audition. - Check your calendar for any and all scheduling conflicts outside of Mon-Fri 9am-5pm from March 1-April 25, 2020. - Rehearsals: Will begin on or around March 1, 2020 - Performances: April 23-25, 2020 at 8:00 pm - Casting Note: Any race, gender, age, body type, or other identities are encouraged to audition and will be considered equally in casting. LCCC does not offer union contracts and performers are volunteers. - Copies of the playscript will be on reserve at the LCCC Bass Library until the audition dates. WHERE: Stocker Arts Center’s Cirigliano Studio Theatre 1005 N. Abbe Road, Elyria, OH 44035 WHEN: Sunday, February 16, 2020 from 3 pm – 5 pm and, Monday, February 17, 2020 from 7 pm – 9 pm To schedule an audition click on the following link to access our audition page: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050944A8AF28ABFB6-lysistrata Questions: email or call LCCC director of theatre Jeremy Benjamin jbenjami(a)lorainccc.edu or 440-366-7120. “Lysistrata (Rudall)” is presented by special arrangement with Samuel French, Inc., a Concord Theatricals Company.

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The Ohio Youth Arts Awards seeks Adjudicators
by Barbara Stitzer 31 Jan '20

31 Jan '20

The Ohio youth arts awards are growing, seats few more adjudicators to come and watch the shows of the best and brightest use in Northeast Ohio! If you know About theater, love children’s theater, studies theater in college, are a director looking for upcoming Projects, please send me a note to Barb(a)barbstitzer.com, outlining your qualifications. You Ana a guest will get to see youth theatre all over Northeast Ohio for free and you might just be instrumental in providing the gift of Confidence to these bright young stars. -- All my best, Barb Barbara Stitzer Stalk me: http://www.barbstitzer.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/barbstitzerphotography Snapchat: barbstitzer

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10th Anniversary Acting Technique Conference at GLMCC!
by Jamie Koeth 31 Jan '20

31 Jan '20

WANT TO ENHANCE YOUR ACTING CHOPS? STUCK IN YOUR HEAD? LOOKING FOR INSPIRATION? Join the Artistic Family of THE GREAT LAKES MICHAEL CHEKHOV CONSORTIUM FOR OUR 10th ANNIVERSARY CONFERENCE! Nephew of Anton Chekhov, whom Stanislavski dubbed his “most brilliant pupil,” Michael Chekhov became one of the greatest actors and teachers of his generation, the true embodiment of inspired acting and an unstoppable artistic force! Find your own power and inspiration by experiencing this incredible technique this June! WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT? * We are one, of only three Certified Teaching Programs of the Michael Chekhov Technique in the USA * We are the only Chekhov organization sponsored by a University * We are led by Certified Master Teachers Catherine Albers (Professor Emeritus in Theatre-CWRU) and Lionel Walsh (Professor of Acting-University of Windsor, Canada) and a full faculty of Certified Associate Teachers (including local AEA and SAG/AFTRA actors Christopher Bohan & Jamie Koeth) * In our 10 Years we have trained and certified actors and teachers from all over the world who continue to spread the joy of this inspired work! BUT DON’T TAKE OUR WORD FOR IT! “The consortium is an opportunity to play, to exercise all the many tools I continue to perfect as a professional actor. Focused over a week within a nurturing inspired environment with fabulous teachers, I’m reminded of what brought me to acting in the first place, and filled with the many possibilities that are ahead.” –LAURA PERROTTA (Great Lakes Theater, Cleveland Playhouse, Dobama Theatre, etc.) “The Great Lakes Michael Chekhov Consortium is an incredible, immersive experience. The program teaches practical, useful tools for the actor that can be applied in any and every theatrical experience. It is an amazing opportunity that I would recommend to any actor who is interested in furthering their craft.” –SCOTT ESPOSITO (Ensemble Theatre, Blank Canvas, Beck Center, Lakeland Theatre, etc.) “Just a few months out of the first module, I feel myself becoming a different and better theatre artist. More importantly, I find myself connecting with a joy and passion for the craft that I’ve never experienced. I’m having more fun and I’m carrying that spirit of play and discovery into my rehearsals.” –CRAIG JOSEPH (Seat of the Pants Productions, Ensemble Theatre, Weathervane Playhouse, Playwrights Local, etc.) FIND OUT MORE HERE: Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3jqlsI6SGkY Registration Link: https://www.mountunion.edu/michael-chekhov-acting-technique-certified-actor… Great Lakes Michael Chekhov Consortium Website: http://greatlakesmichaelchekhovconsortium.com Email questions to GLMCC Founding Director Catherine Albers at cla2(a)case.edu<mailto:cla2@case.edu> “There can be no art without joy.” -Michael Chekhov

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