October 2020 - NEohioPAL - lists.neohiopal.org

On Camera Acting Masterclass ONE SPOT LEFT!
by Lauren Nichols 30 Oct '20

30 Oct '20

ONE SPOT LEFT! On Camera Acting Masterclass with Jeffrey Grover from Dark Waters, New Amsterdam, I Feel Pretty, Speechless *Saturday 11/7 * *3:00-7:30* *@ 1st Team Actors Studio* *156 Main Street* *Crocker Park* *Westlake* Register at this link: https://angelaboehmcasting.com/events/prep-to-performance-how-to-become-a-b… Space is Limited!! This workshop will focus on the actor who is seriously pursuing booking guest star, co star and lead roles in film and television. Jeff will provide the context and process you as an actor can expect to experience when pursuing this work. The fewer the surprises, the better an actor can focus on the work they need to bring into the casting director’s office, or recording on self-tape or in virtual callbacks. And importantly, once the job is booked, this workshop will help the actor know what to expect from arrival on set, to signing out after a successful day/shoot. And most of all, be able to perform at the most enjoyable, genuine, creative and personal best level. Each actor will have hands on experience as they get work with Jeff in their live on camera work. Questions? Email us at 1stTeam(a)AngelaBoehmCasting.com --

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WEDS: A Celebration of Masrah Cleveland Al-Arabi via Zoom | Cleveland Public Theatre
by Caitlin Lewins 30 Oct '20

30 Oct '20

Cleveland Public Theatre presents A Celebration of Masrah Cleveland Al-Arabi مسرح كليفلاند العربي<https://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2020-2021/a-celebration-of-m…> A virtual sharing of past work, the premiere of a mini-documentary, & discussion with the ensemble November 4 at 7:00pm (ET) via Zoom Join the ensemble for a sharing of past work, the premiere of a mini-documentary, and a discussion with the ensemble about the founding of this group. 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 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, and Isam Zaiem CREATIVE PRODUCTION TEAM Raymond Bobgan – Producer; Faye Hargate – Line Producer; Adam Smalley DBA AJ Video – Mini-Documentary Videography A Celebration of Masrah Cleveland Al-Arabi<https://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2020-2021/a-celebration-of-m…> will take place on Zoom at 7:00pm (ET) on November 4. The run time is 60 minutes and the virtual “house” is limited to 35 “seats”. Tickets are $1; suggested donation $1 to $99. Patrons must use Zoom to see this work and will receive an email 1-2 hours before showtime with the meeting login information. Please note online sales for each performance will close at 5:00pm (ET). Purchase tickets at www.cptonline.org<http://www.cptonline.org> or call the CPT Box Office at 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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Next Weekend: ...Or Does it Explode? via Zoom at CPT
by Caitlin Lewins 30 Oct '20

30 Oct '20

Cleveland Public Theatre presents ...Or Does it Explode?<https://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2020-2021/or-does-it-explode/> A Premiere Zoom Adaptation Written & Directed by John Dayo-Aliya Performed by Austin Sasser, Benjamin Black, De Andre Hairston-Karim, & Dar'Jon Bentley An unflinching portrayal of profound anger, hurt, and joy, blending stories gathered from men ages 16-35 in Akron, Ohio NOVEMBER 6 - 21 This theatrical piece uses poetry, dance, and other contemporary theatre forms to explore questions of what it means to be Black, male, and young in the 21st century. ...Or Does it Explode?, an unflinching portrayal of profound anger, hurt, and joy, blends stories gathered from men ages 16-35 in Akron, Ohio. Thought-provoking vignettes display social conditions and contradictions, and what it means to do justice to one another. ...Or Does it Explode?<https://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2020-2021/or-does-it-explode/> will perform live on Zoom at 7:00pm (ET) on November 6, 7, 12, 13, 19, and 21. The run time is 60 minutes, and the virtual "house" is limited to 35 "seats". Tickets are $1; suggested donation $1 to $99. Patrons must use Zoom to see this work and will receive an email 1-2 hours before showtime with the meeting login information. Please note online sales for each performance will close at 5:00pm (ET). Purchase tickets at www.cptonline.org<http://www.cptonline.org> or call the CPT Box Office at 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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CPT is hiring: Audience Engagement & Marketing Associate
by Caitlin Lewins 30 Oct '20

30 Oct '20

Cleveland Public Theatre seeks Audience Engagement & Marketing Associate Cleveland Public Theatre's (CPT) mission is to raise consciousness and nurture compassion through groundbreaking performances and life-changing education programs. CPT seeks an Audience Engagement & Marketing Associate interested in joining its hardworking team with ambitious goals of deepening the organization's work and making change. Deadline to Apply is November 9, 2020 For full job announcement and information about how to apply, visit: https://www.cptonline.org/uncategorized/cleveland-public-theatre-seeks-audi… 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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Sat & Sun: DÍA DE MUERTOS (DAY OF THE DEAD) Saturday, Oct 31 & Sunday, Nov 1
by Caitlin Lewins 30 Oct '20

30 Oct '20

Cleveland Public Theatre/Teatro Público de Cleveland & Día de Muertos Ohio present DÍA DE MUERTOS (DAY OF THE DEAD)<https://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2020-2021/dia-de-muertos-202…> SATURDAY, OCT 31 & SUNDAY NOV 1 A vibrant cultural celebration for the whole family, the annual "Day of the Dead" honors the memory of those who have passed and is a treasured holiday in Mexico and throughout Latin America. This year's activities include indoor, outdoor, and virtual altar and cemetery presentations, created with safety as the highest priority. Una vibrante celebración cultural para toda la familia, el evento anual "Día de Muertos" honora la memoria de quienes han fallecido y es uno de los días más festivos en México y a través de América Latina. Este año incluye instalación de altares tanto exteriores como interiores, creados con las mayores normas de seguridad siendo esta nuestra primera prioridad. FREE ALL AGES-EVENT / EVENTO GRATUITO PARA TODAS LAS EDADES Click here<https://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2020-2021/dia-de-muertos-202…> for the full event schedule. 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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Tonight!: Frankenstein's Wake | OCT 30 - NOV 20
by Caitlin Lewins 30 Oct '20

30 Oct '20

Cleveland Public Theatre presents Frankenstein's Wake<https://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2020-2021/frankensteins-wake…> A Premiere Zoom Adaptation Created by Holly Holsinger & Raymond Bobgan Directed by Raymond Bobgan & Performed by Holly Holsinger An original one-woman play based on Mary Shelley's 1818 masterpiece OCTOBER 30 - NOVEMBER 20 This twisted adaptation of Mary Shelley's masterpiece revives a tour-de-force performance, first performed off-Broadway in 1997 by Cleveland's own Theatre Labyrinth. Frankenstein's Wake met critical acclaim and was described as "an exhilarating bravura performance," by Time Out New York. With this virtual restaging of the work, the creators seek to reflect a deeper knowledge and evolved perspective on the themes of longing, the search for one's origin, conflict with the maker, and what it means to be human. FEATURING: Holly Holsinger THE CREATIVE PRODUCTION TEAM INCLUDES: Holly Holsinger & Raymond Bobgan - Scenography Jaytionna Wells - Stage Manager Brad Krumholz - Specialty Table Design Craig George, Brad Krumholz, Brett Keyser, & Caitlin Lewins - Special Thanks. Frankenstein's Wake<https://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2020-2021/frankensteins-wake…> will perform live on Zoom at 7:00pm (ET) on October 30, 31 and November 8, 14, 20, with a special late-night show on October 31 at 10:00pm (ET). The run time is 60 minutes, and the virtual "house" is limited to 35 "seats". Tickets are $1; suggested donation $1 to $99. Patrons must use Zoom to see this work and will receive an email 1-2 hours before showtime with the meeting login information. Please note online sales for each performance will close at 5:00pm (ET). Purchase tickets at www.cptonline.org<http://www.cptonline.org> or call the CPT Box Office at 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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Enjoy the great play "Other Desert Cities" - Charity Fundraiser
by Richard Zenk 30 Oct '20

30 Oct '20

On October 24 and/or November 1, see one of the best shows written by Jon Robin Baitz: OTHER DESERT CITIES produced by Equality Productions and directed by Brian Westerley. Brooke Wyeth returns home to Palm Springs after a six-year absence to celebrate Christmas with her parents, her brother, and her aunt. Brooke announces that she is about to publish a memoir dredging up a pivotal and tragic event in the family’s history—a wound they don’t want re-opened. In effect, she draws a line in the sand and dares them all to cross it. The talented group of actors who volunteered their talents to raise money for worthy organizations is: Brooke - Melanie Korman Lyman - Kevin Jones Polly - Rose Gabriele Silda - Mindy Shaw Trip - Kieron Cindric TO GET THE YOUTUBE LINK for the recording, send a donation to one or more of the organizations listed below. The suggested donation is $10, but donate what you can. Then email equalityproductionscincy(a)gmail.com how much you donated and to which organization so we can total the donations given. In return, you will receive a link to the recording on 10/24 or 11/1 to view the show. The recording will only be available to view those two days. Organizations that were chosen by the director and the cast: 1) ASPCA - For over 150 years, the ASPCA has worked tirelessly to put an end to animal abuse and neglect. We are a national leader in animal rescue, protection and placement, and your tax-deductible donation will help fight cruelty and make a life-changing difference for animals across America. #aspca - https://www.aspca.org/ways-to-give 2) ACLU - The ACLU has been at the center of nearly every major civil liberties battle in the U.S. for over 100 years. This vital work depends on the support of ACLU members in all 50 states and beyond. #aclu - https://action.aclu.org/give/now 3) NAMI - NAMI is the nation's largest grassroots mental health organization. We are dedicated to improving the lives of millions of Americans affected by mental illness. We strive to create a better tomorrow—a tomorrow where all people affected by mental illness can experience hope, recovery and wellness in a world free of stigma. #nami - https://www.nami.org/About-NAMI/Donate-to-NAMI Equality Productions produces online theater and is expected to raise nearly $2000 in 2020 for charitable organizations in the US and Canada. Its mission is to produce theater that focuses on the voices of women, people of color, and the LBGTQIA+ communities and to raise money for charitable organizations. Visit its Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/Equality-Productions-in-Cincinnati-OH-105457637814…

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Fully Committed Press Release
by Julie Gilliland 29 Oct '20

29 Oct '20

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 29, 2020 CONTACT: Julie Gilliland jgilliland(a)beckcenter.org<mailto:jgilliland@beckcenter.org> Fully Committed is Fully Virtual Beck Center for the Arts' First Video on Demand Professional Theater Production Lakewood, OH-Beck Center for the Arts<http://www.beckcenter.org> announces its first virtual production, Fully Committed, as the answer to the challenges of producing live theater during a pandemic. Opening November 13 and running until November 29, 2020, patrons are invited to enjoy this virtual production in the comfort of their homes for $20 for an individual viewer, $30 for two or more viewers, or $40 for two or more viewers who would like to provide additional support. Fully Committed, by Becky Mode, is a hilarious one-person comedy. Ideally suited for a virtual production, this theater piece solves the issue of how to keep a performer, director, crew, and the audience safe during a pandemic, all the while delivering great laughs. Beck Center understands the desire for comedic entertainment and is proud to deliver this witty and funny experience. For the safety of everyone, this production will be filmed and distributed online. Scott Spence, now in his 30th season as artistic director of Beck Center for the Arts, directs. The tour-de-force comedy is performed by the very talented Nick Koesters, who was a mainstay on Beck Center's stages for many years, and has been a member of Virginia's Barter Theatre<https://bartertheatre.com/> for the past eight seasons. Some of Nick's memorable shows at Beck Center include "Greater Tuna," "Is He Dead?," "Hair" and "MacBeth." Mr. Koesters is a member of Actor's Equity Association. Koesters plays Sam Peliczowski, an out-of-work actor who runs the red-hot reservation line at Manhattan's highest reviewed restaurant. Coercion, threats, bribes, and histrionics pour forth from a cadre of desperate callers who will stop at nothing to land a prime reservation at the right table to impress their party. Amid the barrage of calls, Sam copes with his recently widowed father who's pressing him to come home for Christmas, as well as being up for a choice role in a play at Lincoln Center. Sam juggles scheming socialites, name-droppers, fickle celebrities, and egomaniacal bosses. Can he manage his own life right now? In all, this single performer brings to life over 40 characters. The New York Times calls Fully Committed "immensely entertaining, a richly comic affirmation of everything I've ever heard, or suspected, about the bad behavior that good food can inspire." This limited engagement of Fully Committed runs November 13 through November 29, 2020 on any device in the comfort of your home, as part of Beck Center's 87th Professional Theater Season. Friday, November 13 will be a special virtual viewing for donors of Beck Center for the Arts. Tickets are now on sale<https://www.showtix4u.com/event-details/42252> for the run of the production. Beck Center is located at 17801 Detroit Avenue<https://maps.google.com/?q=17801+Detroit+Avenue&entry=gmail&source=g> in Lakewood. For more information please visit beckcenter.org<http://www.beckcenter.org/>. This virtual production of Fully Committed is presented through special arrangement with Dramatists Play Service. Programming at Beck Center for the Arts is made possible through the generous support of the Ohio Arts Council. Beck Center gratefully acknowledges the generous funding provided by the citizens of Cuyahoga County through Cuyahoga Arts and Culture. Beck Center for the Arts is a not-for-profit 501(c)3 organization that offers professional theater productions on two stages, arts education programming in dance, music, theater, visual arts, early childhood, creative arts therapies for individuals with disabilities, free gallery exhibits year-round, and outreach education programming. ###

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Norma Powell, Karamu and Theatre Legend
by sue johnson 29 Oct '20

29 Oct '20

Hello, Performing Arts Family, Friends and Colleagues . . . Norma joined the "Great Theatre in the Sky," 3:15 A. today. No arrangements, yet. Will advise as soon as they are available. Although they welcome calls, please delay contacting Betty Jean and Noreen 'til later today, or tomorrow. They are extremely exhausted & they might be able to connect with a funeral home, today, to begin arrangements. Noreen VanLeer: 216-632-3890 Betty Jean Hawkins: 216-429-0032 In a matter of a few days, Karamu has lost 2 long-standing Karamu fixtures: Vivian Wilson & Norma Jean Powell. Thanks . . . Sue Johnson Director Wake Up and Lives Actors Studio wakeupandlives(a)gmail.com

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Applications open for Director of Artistic Coordination - RCT
by Dane CT Leasure 29 Oct '20

29 Oct '20

Rubber City Theatre now in its 8th year and is seeking a Director of Artistic Coordination. This is a part-time, non-exempt, position. Job posting closes on 11/18/2020. Position will begin the week of 1/4/2021; but might begin as early as 12/1/2020. Duties: - Office: - Assemble and distribute contracts for guest artists for mainstage and education classes. - Collect all contracts and input in various systems. - Fundraising Board Committee liaison for Staff. - Handle travel and housing arrangements for out of town artists. - Assigned box office shifts during show runs. - Will assist with Social Media work for the company. - Education/Artistic: - Coordinate Casting calls and audition appointments. - Assist on casting days as the monitor and preparing materials for auditioners and auditionees. - Coordinate and oversee the Youth Conservatory program (Saturday morning classes and summer camps). - Other duties may be assigned pending the applicant's experience. Qualifications: Experience working in an office environment. Ability to lift 25 pounds. Use of Google Drive platform, Microsoft Office, and Adobe PDF. Theatre or Arts teaching. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in a Non-Profit or Theatre organization. Familiarity with Quickbooks and social media outlets. Bachelors or higher degree. Hours: Nights and Weekends availability. Flexible scheduling of hours with the approval of the Executive Artistic Director. Average weekly hours at 16 hours per week to start. Pay rate: $10.00 per hour. COVID: RCT is taking every precaution for those who work in the office. All employees are working from home or on-site at varying times to make sure we are committed to physical distancing. We will work with the new employee on appropriate accommodations. If interested, please send your resume with relevant experience and references to Dane CT Leasure, Executive Artistic Director ( dane(a)rubbercitytheatre.com)

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