January 2020 - NEohioPAL - lists.neohiopal.org

*Auditions* : "Pippin" at CVLT - Jan. 8 & 12
by Chagrin Valley Little Theatre 06 Jan '20

06 Jan '20

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Railroaded: A Shadow of the Run Story runs this weekend
by Shadow of the Run 06 Jan '20

06 Jan '20

*Immersive Pop-Up Theatre * *Railroaded: A Shadow of the Run Story* * runs January 9-12 in Bedford* BEDFORD, Ohio – January 2020 – After successfully introducing immersive theater in the Cleveland market earlier this year with *Chapter 1: Wanderlust*, Shadow of the Run LLC, Co-Founders Beth McGee, Adam Kern, Christine Woods and Ben Needham are announcing new plans to continue the innovation in 2020. Those plans include a limited January engagement “pop-up” production utilizing an alternate reality game, as well as a separate full production, Chapter 2: Calloused, that is set to premier in late 2020. Catch our segment on Live on Lakeside <https://www.wkyc.com/video/entertainment/television/liveonlakeside/liveonla…> ! *Railroaded: A Shadow of the Run Story,* will premiere an original story in a limited engagement January 9-12, 2020 in the City of Bedford. This short-term installation, or “pop up” theater production with limited tickets, will feature an alternate reality game (ARG) built into the experience. The result will be a multi-location trek through Northeast Ohio, with a reward for those that complete the optional ARG. As a “Pop-Up” run time of the performance is approximately 20 minutes, not including the ARG. Tickets can be purchased at www.shadowoftherun.com. The story is set during the Great Depression, when desperate men and women travelled the country’s railways seeking work or a fresh start, but many tearing their families apart in order to provide for them. An unfortunate time where the less fortunate could disappear without a trace – whether by their hand, or another. Add a serial killer to the story and discover how easy it is to become railroaded yourself. Railroaded is written and directed by Co-Founder Christine Woods, with production design by Ben Needham, and support from McGee and Kern. Carol Dolan and Gregg Hill of Secret Pond LLC return as Executive Producers. *Why Immersive Theater and ARG?* “Audiences today are choosing personal experiences over the purchase of physical objects. Immersive theatre dives into this mindset - a guest can attend multiple performances and have a completely different experience based on the choices they make throughout the evening. Combining elements from theatre, night clubs, and personal exploration into one evening of fully engaging entertainment, audiences will want to gather afterwards to share their experience and make plans for their next trip,” in a statement prepared by the four founders. Woods went on to explain that an alternate reality game (ARG) is a game in which the boundaries between players’ lives and the narrative world become blurred. Players interact with information and characters as if they were real, without the proscenium or 4th wall of a game interface. This integration of game into real life is done through social media, real-life destinations, and physical objects. An ARG is a means for completely engaging in gameplay that allows the player to forget that it’s just a construct. Railroaded fits between 2019’s *Chapter 1: WanderLust* and *Chapter 2: Calloused*, which will tentatively premier in the summer of 2020. *Background Information * Shadow of the Run was conceived in 2015 by Beth McGee and Adam Kern. The project was awarded a $1,000 grant as an audience favorite from Notre Dame College’s SEAChange Program, prior to appearing in the Cleveland Leadership Center’s Accelerate Competition the same year. With initial support from Joe and Anthony Russo, the team continued development to find the right opportunity to bring immersive theater to the city of Cleveland. *Chapter 1: WanderLust *was the first part of a trio of full productions, which premiered in July 2019, produced by Carol Dolan and Gregg Hill of *Secret Pond LLC*. Investors and sponsors for Chapter 2 are currently in development and there will also be a pre-sale Kickstarter campaign leading up to the 2020 summer production, *Chapter 2: Calloused*. *Shadow of the Run LLC *will present ongoing original immersive works, like New York’s *Sleep No More *which has been running continuously since 2009 in Hell’s Kitchen. After the *Shadow Series*, the company has three other projects they plan on premiering in Cleveland, in hopes of making the city the immersive theater capital of the Midwest. Shadow of the Run LLC is run by Co-Founders Beth McGee, Adam Kern, Ben Needham and Christine Woods. Major support and funding provided by Carol Dolan and Gregg Hill. Shadow of the Run LLC was founded by artists living in Bedford, Cleveland Heights, Orange and North Canton. Beth McGee is a professor at Case Western Reserve University while Needham and Woods are all alumni of CWRU. Adam Kern is a graduate of Kent State University and Harvard’s American Repertory Theatre / Moscow Art Theatre Institute. ###

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Seeking Early Childhood Theater Instructor
by Sarah Clare 06 Jan '20

06 Jan '20

Beck Center for the Arts seeks a talented and engaging arts education instructor to join our theater education faculty. In this role, the individual will lead theater education classes while promoting and nurturing the education of students by planning and implementing effective and developmentally appropriate classroom experiences; providing a safe environment conducive to learning; keeping students informed as to the plan for the course and the activities taking place at Beck Center for the Arts. The instructor will be an entry point to first time students, while serving as an advocate for Beck Center to our students and the community. Reporting to the Associate Director of Theater Education, the arts educator will: * possess the ability to engage young students in arts education programs while assisting students in expressing themselves through the theater arts. * be responsible, reliable, and professional. And have the ability to work independently. * have the ability to fulfill all the responsibilities and duties of a classroom teacher, keeping records/tracking attendance and ability to manage a classroom or studio environment. * possess ability to work with a diverse team, including other arts professionals and arts administrators. * teach the following classes: Acting Adventures (Ages 5-7) Tue. 4:30-5:15 PM (1/21/2020-4/28/2020) This class is designed to introduce children to theater through improvised imagination as each week students collectively conquer a new adventure. Students focus on projecting their voices, listening for directions, developing stage presence, and working together while stretching their imaginations. Parents are welcome to attend the final class to participate in one of these amazing adventures. Little Folks Theater I (Ages 4-5) Wed. 4:30-5:15 PM (1/22/2020-4/29/2020) Little Folks introduces our younger students to the magic of theater and is also designed for returning students as new exercises and material are explored each semester. Children engage in lively classroom activities involving creative dramatics, movement, listening skills, and creative art. This class stresses positive self-development and interaction and concludes with an informal presentation for family and friends. Little Folks Theater II (Ages 6-7) Wed. 5:30-6:15 PM (1/22/2020-4/29/2020) Continuing from and building upon the work started in Little Folks Theater, students delve deeper in their exploration of creative dramatics, movement, listening skills, and creative art. The class stresses positive self-development and interaction and concludes with an informal presentation for family and friends. You do not need to have taken Little Folks Theater I to enroll in Little Folks Theater II. Requirements include: * Possesses the proficiency (either through education and/or experience) to engage students of all abilities and teach concepts for specific courses taught. * A combination of education, training and experience equivalent to an undergraduate degree in the art form is preferred. * Bachelor or Master's degree preferred. Individual's working toward their degree in theater education may be considered. * Experience Requirement: Extensive knowledge of art form and previous teaching experience (3-5 years) preferred. * Employees must pass a background check. We offer a fun and flexible working environment with a unique arts and education mission. To apply in confidence, please send your resume and cover letter to Sarah Clare at sclare(a)beckcenter.org<mailto:sclare@beckcenter.org>. No phone calls please. We are an equal opportunity employer. Learn more about us at www.beckcenter.org<http://www.beckcenter.org> - Beck Center for the Arts is more than a non-profit organization that combines professional theater with arts education. We create art experiences. We are committed to creating an arts experience that is as individual as the people we serve with eclectic performances to suit many tastes, education opportunities for all ages and abilities, community outreach and free exhibitions. Sarah Clare Associate Director of Theater Education sclare(a)beckcenter.org<mailto:sclare@beckcenter.org> beckcenter.org<http://www.beckcenter.org/> | 216.521.2540 x27

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NEW CLASS: Player Universe!
by August Scarpelli 06 Jan '20

06 Jan '20

WESTERN RESERVE PLAYHOUSE ANNOUNCES THE NEXT COURSE IN THEIR NEW EDUCATION DEPARTMENT - AND ITS COMING UP QUICKLY PLAYER UNIVERSE! (An introduction to performance with “Steven Universe”) Instructor: Jacob Gaspar Dates/Time: February 1st - March 21st / Saturdays 10:00am - 11:30am (ages 6-9) AND 11:30am - 1:00pm (ages 10-14) (8 weeks) Ages: 6 - 9 AND 10 - 14 Cost: $95.00 DEADLINE for registration is 24 hours before the first class. Join us for an epic mission to save the universe from evil with Steven, the Crystal Gems, and the rest of Beach City! This famed cartoon is known for embracing the beautiful imperfections of life and telling a coming-of-age by showing that it's not only okay, but beautiful, to accept all beings as they are; furthermore, to love what you love and never be ashamed. Using this and theatre games designed to teach skills such as acting, group problem solving, and public speaking, this class will also guide students into creating their own, brand-new performance! Designed for children 8 years or older, we will save the universe with play, storytelling, music, and much, much more. Find out more at https://thewrp.org/event/wrp-education-department-2020-winter-course-catalo… <https://thewrp.org/event/wrp-education-department-2020-winter-course-catalo…> Feel free to send any questions to our Education Director, August Scarpelli, at augusts(a)thewrp.org -- This email and any files transmitted with it are confidential and intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. If you have received this email in error please notify the system manager. This message contains confidential information and is intended only for the individual named. If you are not the named addressee you should not disseminate, distribute or copy this e-mail. Please notify the sender immediately by e-mail if you have received this e-mail by mistake and delete this e-mail from your system. If you are not the intended recipient you are notified that disclosing, copying, distributing or taking any action in reliance on the contents of this information is strictly prohibited.

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NEW CLASS: Let's Put on a Play!
by August Scarpelli 06 Jan '20

06 Jan '20

WESTERN RESERVE PLAYHOUSE ANNOUNCES THE NEXT COURSE IN THEIR NEW EDUCATION DEPARTMENT - AND ITS COMING UP QUICKLY LET’S PUT ON A PLAY! (Six weeks to put on a play? We can do it!) Instructor: Zachary Manthey and Executive Artistic Director, Dawn Sniadak-Yamokoski Dates/Time: Feb. 10 – March 16 (6 weeks) / Mondays 4:30pm – 5:30pm Ages: 4 - 7 Cost: $75.00 DEADLINE for registration is 24 hours before the first class. This course is offered for our youngest age group and our newest “thespians.” In this class students will be introduced to the basics of the stage and what all goes into putting on a production. Students will spend classes working on 10-15 minute plays that will have them delving into new worlds and broadening their imagination, while learning introductory skills in theatre arts. The final class will be a showcase of all our students’ hard work! Find out more at https://thewrp.org/event/wrp-education-department-2020-winter-course-catalo… <https://thewrp.org/event/wrp-education-department-2020-winter-course-catalo…> Feel free to send any questions to our Education Director, August Scarpelli, at augusts(a)thewrp.org -- This email and any files transmitted with it are confidential and intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. If you have received this email in error please notify the system manager. This message contains confidential information and is intended only for the individual named. If you are not the named addressee you should not disseminate, distribute or copy this e-mail. Please notify the sender immediately by e-mail if you have received this e-mail by mistake and delete this e-mail from your system. If you are not the intended recipient you are notified that disclosing, copying, distributing or taking any action in reliance on the contents of this information is strictly prohibited.

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The Talent Group ISO Size 4-18 Women - Print Shoot - Pays $2000-$3000
by The Talent Group - Cleveland 06 Jan '20

06 Jan '20

THE TALENT GROUP - Ohio and Pennsylvania’s Top Agency for models and actors is currently looking for Talent: Attractive, commercial print women (ages 45-65, sizes 4 - 18) for a photo shoot for a national tech company. Caucasian, Hispanic, and Asian. Note: Must be commercial print-friendly but also "real-looking." Client is looking to book multiple talent. NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY! National Tech company print shoot, looking for actors and models Pays $2,000-$3,000 flat, depending on experience. Shoots in PITTSBURGH, PA. If you are interested, please email a couple of full body pictures and a couple of close up pictures with a full smile, showing teeth. Please includeall of your sizes Also - Please make sure to include your Contact Information: EMAIL and CELL #. IMPORTANT - If you are a Talent that is already signed exclusively to a contract in the Pittsburgh and Cleveland market with another Talent/Model Agency unfortunately we can not submit you on this project since you already have representation. Please Submit PHOTOS IMMEDIATELY to photosubmit(a)talentgroup.com MAKE SURE to only send 4 pics or less and make sure each pic is less than 2mb in size, otherwise you should use wetransfer.com or dropbox.com to send pictures. Thank you! THE TALENT GROUP -- The Talent Group NEW OFFICE!!! 3615 Superior Ave E., Suite 3104E Cleveland, OH 44114 216-938-9369 Temporary Office Number 216-622-8011 Office www.talentgroup.com CONFIDENTIALITY STATEMENT - PLEASE NOTE: The contents of this email including the script, client and client contact information, as well as other information contained within the email and/or attached is STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL. This email/message and it’s contents are intended only for the individual or entity to which it is addressed. It contains privileged, confidential information which is exempt from disclosure under applicable laws. You are strictly prohibited from disseminating or distributing this information or copying this information. Thank You - THE TALENT GROUP

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AUDITION for Jason Robert Brown's Parade, ages 15+
by Bailey Pfohl 06 Jan '20

06 Jan '20

Parade Book by Alfred Uhry Music and Lyrics by Jason Robert Brown Co-Conceived and Directed on Broadway by Harold Prince Spring Older Teen & Adult (ages 16+) Auditions: Jan 30-Feb 1, 6:00-9:00pm The tragic, true story. The trial and lynching of a man wrongly accused of murder brought to theatrical life. Amid religious intolerance, political injustice and racial tension, this Tony Award-winning musical expertly tells the story of a south trying to maintain its pre-war identity, a newspaper man looking for his big break, an ambitious prosecutor and, at its heart, the love story between a husband and wife as their world is being ripped apart. Parade is filled with soaring music and a heart-wrenching story, offering a moral lesson about the dangers of prejudice, and ignorance that should not be forgotten. About the Audition * No experience or pre-registration necessary. No prepared material needed. * A relaxed, playful and friendly atmosphere. * Wear comfortable clothing & shoes for dancing so you can move easily. * Group audition process. Actors are led through multiple improvisational exercises including acting, movement and singing. * All individuals should arrive 15 minutes early to register. * Auditions begin promptly at the designated time. Anyone arriving after the starting time will be asked to audition at the next scheduled time. For more information, call the Near West Theatre office at 216-961-9750. Near West Theatre 6702 Detroit Ave, Cleveland, OH 44102 216.961.9750 www.nearwesttheatre.org<http://www.nearwesttheatre.org/> Near West Theatre builds loving relationships and engages diverse people in strengthening their sense of identity, passion, and purpose, individually and in community, through accessible, affordable, and transformational theatre arts experiences.

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Stage Manager Position
by Carol Townsend 06 Jan '20

06 Jan '20

Clean Room Ministries LLC seeks an experienced Stage Manager for its upcoming production of The King of Hearts. Responsibilities include: Attend and take notes at all rehearsals and production meetings. Maintain accurate documentation of blocking and technical notes. Coordinate with prop and costume techs. Work with sound and light tech regarding cues. Assist with managing crew and cast call times Skill set includes: Detail oriented Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Good organizational skills Possess positive attitude Venue: Euclid Cultural Center Rehearsals: Feb 24th - March 28th Monday - Thursday Rehearsals: 6:30p-9:30p ; Saturday Rehearsals: 11:00a - 2:00pm Tech Week Schedule: March 30th - April 3rd Monday-Friday, 6:30pm to 9:30pm Performance: Time: April 4, 2020 4:00pm This is a paid position. Contact Carol Townsend at crmdrama(a)gmail.com <crmdrama(a)gmail.com> Thank you. -- For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him. John 3:17

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EXTRAORDINARY LEAD ROLE FOR EXTRAORDINARY ACTOR - PLAYING AGE 25 - 35 NEW MYSTERY PLAY
by Mark Little 06 Jan '20

06 Jan '20

EXTRAORDINARY LEAD ROLE FOR EXTRAORDINARY ACTOR - PLAYING AGE 25 - 35 NEW MYSTERY PLAY 2ND, 3RD AND 4TH WEEKENDS IN MARCH IN NORTH OLMSTED CONTACT GREG LAVELLE AT (440) 724-4538 or lavellearb(a)aim.com for information, sides or to schedule an audition. Rehearsals start January 13.

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Date correction: Detroit Shoreway Youth Chorus January 14th!
by Bailey Pfohl 06 Jan '20

06 Jan '20

The Detroit Shoreway Youth Chorus Who: Youth in grades 3 - 8 What: Learn vocal performance skills (vocal technique), music literacy (reading music), sing contemporary and classic music, put on concerts, and make friends! Where: Near West Theatre When: Starting January 14, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:00 - 5:30pm. This program is continuous, meaning youth can join on a rolling basis. Concerts and other performance opportunities happen intermittently throughout the year. How: Through a collaboration between Near West Theatre, Cleveland Opera Theater, and Starting Point, we are able to offer this program free of charge. The youth chorus is directed and facilitated by Jordan Cooper and Trinidad Snider. Voice Lessons are led one-on-one by Cleveland Opera Theatre's Claire Connelly. Call us for more information or to register! Contact Trinidad Snider: tsnider(a)nearwesttheatre.org<mailto:tsnider@nearwesttheatre.org> or 216.961.9750. Or visit http://nearwesttheatre.org/pages/chorus. Near West Theatre 6702 Detroit Ave, Cleveland, OH 44102 216.961.9750 www.nearwesttheatre.org<http://www.nearwesttheatre.org/> Near West Theatre builds loving relationships and engages diverse people in strengthening their sense of identity, passion, and purpose, individually and in community, through accessible, affordable, and transformational theatre arts experiences.

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