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Absolute Dance Studio Tap is back in 2021
by Douglas Woods 29 Dec '20

29 Dec '20

January 5 Tap on Tuesday 4:15 January 6 Jazz on Wednesday 4:00; musical theatre at 5:30 With Douglas Woods Sent from my iPhone

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CASTING CALL: New Voice Actors
by Aja Hannah 29 Dec '20

29 Dec '20

Hello! I am with Gather Round Podcast <http://gatherroundpodcast.com> and we are casting for our first three podcast episodes. We had short stories submitted and we are looking for voice actors to act them out. Any level of talent is encouraged to apply and send in a submission. This is volunteer-based and there is no payment at this time. While you won't be evaluated on equipment, you will be evaluated on any background noise like children or pets but talent is the lead. Because it is a podcast, we will be recording remotely but we will have equipment for those that need to use it. We are looking for: A young black voice childlike, female or male A woman about to be a mother A passionate musician (woman) There will be a variety of other smaller parts, dialogue with a brother or an ungendered archangel. To audition, please send a sample video of a monologue. We also accept audio samples alongside a photo of yourself. Send it to gatherroundthepodcast(a)gmail.com. BIPOC are encouraged to apply. Our deadline is January 31 or when positions are filled. Thank you! -- Aja (Asia) Hannah 301-395-3021 Writer and Editor Creator of Gather Round Podcast

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Dark Room Zoom presented by CPT - Tuesday, September 8th
by Mindy Herman 29 Dec '20

29 Dec '20

*Dark Room Zoom* *Open Mic presented by Cleveland Public Theatre* *Tuesday, September 8th* The Dark Room is a place where writers take center stage and their work has a chance to grow. We are going to read some new work via Zoom instead of our regular in-person gathering. *WRITERS: *Submit up to 10 pages of *new* work in advance to me at herman.mindy(a)gmail.com. Space is limited - all submissions will be chosen randomly. *Submission deadline is Tuesday, September 1st at 6:00pm. * *ACTORS: *Please let me know if you can participate by *Wednesday, September 2nd at 6:00pm. *You must RSVP to me by that time to be considered for casting. *7:15pm: *Zoom Meeting Opens *7:30pm - 9:15pm: *Open Mic Session readings If you would like to watch and listen but not read or submit work, please do! But you must RSVP to me at this e-mail address so I can send you the Zoom meeting information via e-mail. Thanks and I will see you in the Dark Room Zoom! -Mindy Mindy Childress Herman *www.footstepsmediallc.com <http://www.footstepsmediallc.com>*

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GOT YOUR EYE CANDY
by Joseph Bauer 29 Dec '20

29 Dec '20

*"Because They’re Young,"*blockbuster urban crime novel by rock star author Joey Bauer is a must-have Amazon paperback and eBook. This young adult/new adult thriller is the riveting tale of fearless kids at Los Angeles' notorious Juvenile Hall rising up and, led by a charismatic young social worker, fighting the Law to the finish. Based on a true story of teen rebels vs. ruthless old people in suits, it is one crazy hot page-turner. Act like you know!

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Coming Soon! Peter Lawson Jones on "Chicago Fire"
by sue johnson 29 Dec '20

29 Dec '20

Happy New Year Family, Friends, Colleagues & Arts Supporters . . . . . As we begin to look forward to doing new things in 2021, here's an opportunity to start your year off with a smile as you watch our dear Peter Lawson Jones be a featured guest on the upcoming episode of "Chicago Fire." *So, be sure to tune in to the episode of NBC's Chicago Fire which airs 9:00 pm on Wednesday, January 13th. * (Feel free to spread the word.) When good things happen, they often do so in multiples. And, so it is with Peter. Have you noticed the new Marathon gas commercial which is currently airing? That's Peter at the gas pump. Look closely and you'll see that Peter's lovely wife Lisa is riding with him in the red convertible. Isn't it great and encouraging when we see our local actors getting great gigs? Even though we're coming into a new year, keep doing everything to stay safe and healthy. Take care . . . Sue Johnson Director, Wake Up and Live's Actors Studio Producer, "Wake Up and Live With the Arts"

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Auditions for Father of the Bride Teen Production
by 82nd Street Theatre 28 Dec '20

28 Dec '20

Upcoming Auditions at 82nd Street Theatre For *Father of the Bride* SHOW DATES *March 11-13* *Auditioning students Ages 12-20* Monday, January 11, 2021 FROM 6-9 PM Director Debbie Taylor Our auditions are held with all actors together. It is a relaxed atmosphere and we ask that students stay for the whole time. Please be ready to do some reading from the script. Fill Out an Online Form at Online Registration <https://www.alcc.cc/auditionform> Find more information here: Audition Website <https://alcc.cc/Auditions> Auditions at Abundant Life Community Church 10143 Royalton Road, Suite N and O North Royalton, OH 44133 440-877-1202 Alcc.cc Direct inquiries to 82(a)alcc.cc *Safety Procedures for Productions* We have been in contact with the Ohio CDC and the local Health Department and will be following guidelines from them as we proceed with our productions. More information will be handed out at the Parent Meeting. General Safety Precautions are Here <https://faithconnector.s3.amazonaws.com/alcc/files/82nd_Street_Theatre/buil…>

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VIRTUAL Teacher Training Workshops
by Tessa Gaffney 28 Dec '20

28 Dec '20

The Center for Applied Drama and Autism is hosting virtual teacher training workshops, with techniques that can be used online and in a live setting, beginning THIS SATURDAY, January 2. *APPLIED DRAMA FOR SOCIAL GROWTH * *Saturday, January 2* *Act for Advocacy: Morning Session (9AM-noon EDT)* Using improvisation and devising techniques to examine real-life scenarios in which autistic and disabled individuals learn how to advocate for themselves, for each other, and for their communities. *The Bully Project: Afternoon Session (1-4PM EDT)* Explore the roles and actions involved in bullying situations. Learn how the Victim can become the Protagonist. Discover how Bystanders may be moved toward positive actions. Find empathy for the Bully by understanding how people fall into that role. Learn how to empower students of all ages and abilities through basic acting skills. Promote creativity and confidence through activities and games, modified to meet the needs of individual autistic/disabled students. *Receive a 15% discount when you sign up for multiple sessions by entering the code TEACHTRAIN20 at checkout.* 3 hours = 0.3 CEUs, $40 per session 6 hours = 0.6 CEUs, $68 for two sessions 12 hours = 1.2 CEUs, $136 for four sessions 18 hours = 1.8 CEUs, $204 for six sessions *Continue your education **and expand your expertise with CADA!* Register here: centerforada.square.site -- *Tessa Gaffney* Marketing Director, *The Center for Applied Drama and Autism*

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Only 2 Spots Left! Workshop w/ Anthony Meindl, Founder Of Backstage's #1 Acting School In LA
by Jessica Houde 27 Dec '20

27 Dec '20

Hi All, We have two spots left to participate in this online workshop and several spots left if you'd like to join in and observe only. “The Difference Between Acting And Being” Your Opportunity To Work With The Founder Of Backstage’s #1 Rated Acting School For 3 Years In A Row! When: Tuesday Jan. 12th @ 7PM Eastern Where: Online Zoom Workshop Host: Houde School Of Acting Cost: $125 - Participant (Only 12 spots available: will submit self-tape, be critiqued and advised during workshop) $45 - Observer (Unlimited spots available: will not work but can audit and participate in Q&A) Each participating student will self-tape a scene prior to the workshop. During the workshop Anthony will review, critique and rework each students’ scene. Everyone will learn the difference between “acting” on self-tape and “being”. The Q&A will then focus on The Business of Hollywood and will be open to observers as well as participants. Register Here! https://www.houdeschoolofacting.com/online-registration/cs4eb0vxsdj8cac3znr… Anthony Meindl is an award-winning director, writer, actor, acting coach, entrepreneur, author and inspirational speaker. As an acting teacher, he has the largest scene study studio in Los Angeles and has schools in 10 other cities around the world: New York, London, Vancouver, Toronto, Atlanta, Santa Fe, Sydney, Chicago, Cape Town and Copenhagen. He’s known for revolutionizing a more modern understanding of acting training and has worked with such Hollywood stars as Shailene Woodley, Pom Klementieff, Lorenza Izzo, and hundreds of others. He is the guest acting teacher for directing at David Lynch’s Master of Filmmaking Program, and has guest lectured at the prestigious Moscow Arts Theatre. He has been an inspirational speaker, sharing the stage with such luminaries as Jim Carrey, Jack Kornfield, and Tom Shadyac. As a filmmaker, Anthony has received a number of awards and acclaim. His feature film, Where We Go From Here is available on HULU. The film premiered at Outfest, won the “Best Screenplay” award at Q-Films Long Beach, and the “Jury Award” at NYC’s East Village Queer Film Festival. He is the author of five books, including the best-seller, At Left Brain Turn Right and his latest book, You Knew When You Were 2, released September 2020.

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Virtual Holiday Boutique & Winter/Spring Classes & Webinars
by Shaker Arts Council 27 Dec '20

27 Dec '20

*Virtual Holiday BoutiqueNovember 28 - December 31, 2020* Shaker Arts Council presents a virtual pop-up shop for the holidays supporting local artists. If you are looking for a unique gift, this is the opportunity for you. The boutique will run November 28 - December 31, 2020. The boutique gives you the opportunity to browse and contact the artists directly for sales. Selections will include accessories, ceramics, drawing, jewelry, mixed media, paper goods, painting and photography. Ending soon, last chance to buy the gifts on your list you did not receive this holiday season. *Visit the holiday boutique here <https://www.shakerartscouncil.org/virtual-holiday-boutique.html>* Shaker Arts Council (SHAC) announces a Winter/Spring series of community virtual art classes and webinars. *General classes for students of every age *will be offered after-school and on weekends during the 2021 winter/spring sessions January 17 - March 20 and March 21– May 30. Community art classes specifically geared to *K-12 students *will be offered during a February Mini Session, Monday and Tuesday, February 15-16, 2021. *General Session Classes* NEW Acting and Memory Technique Program Description: This acting course will introduce basic memory techniques which support creativity, character development, and shorten memorization time. Based on modern neuroscience, Memory Acting help actors understand how the brain naturally learns and memorizes. Every actor should have basic memory techniques. Instructor: Dr. Ellen Rooney Appreciating Photography Program Description: A survey of creative photography to see how different image makers have used the camera to create meaning throughout the history of the medium. Instructor: Benjamin Hauser NEW Art Journaling Program Description: Art journaling can relieve stress, clarify thinking, and increase creativity! It’s unique, personal, and very rewarding. Gather your journal and a few art supplies, and I'll show you: prompts to get you started and keep you motivated tips and techniques to spice up a journal, colorful tools to make it fun. Instructor: Karen Koch Building An Online Craft Business Using Etsy Program Description: Etsy is a popular marketplace for selling handmade goods. Learn to open your own shop and build your online business. Topics include creating compelling listings, finding your target customers, getting found in search, branding, marketing, taking good photos, pricing strategies, and customer service. Instructor: Karen Koch Class Piano Program Description: Class Piano provides students with an exploration of the piano and beginning musical concepts such as high vs. low, piano orientation, steady beat/rhythm patterns and playing/reading music. This exploratory course is great for students to find out if they might be interested in beginning piano lessons or for students who have already begun piano lessons. Students will participate in a variety of games and activities in each session. Instructor: Alex Piepenbrink Chalk Pastel Portraits Program Description: Chalk Pastel Portraits is a course that teaches students to use chalk pastel to render the likeness of a face. We will study the proportions from different angles of the face and techniques for blending and matching colors of skin tones and textures for hair. Students should have chalk pastels, and a recommended supply list will be provided. Instructor: Casandra Harner NEW Dynamic Art - Comic Art - Visual Story-telling Program Description: Sessions for development in dynamic anatomy drawing/ illustration, story-telling thru panel visuals and cinematic placement to project best visual presentation. The class will explore the traditional, cartoon and anime styles of comic illustrations. Instructor: Abdul Rashhid Eurhythmics: Music and Movement Program Description: Eurhythmics is the study of music through movement, musical games, and kinesthetic learning. This short course will serve as an introduction to experiencing music and rhythm at its core, and practicing using your body as a tool to understand music’s most fascinating secrets. Instructor: Graham Rosen NEW Intro to Flamenco Program Description: Looking for an exciting way to get moving in 2021? Why not flamenco! Students will learn the basics of flamenco dance technique and learn a short flamenco dance choreography. Students will learn about the history of flamenco, the culture, and the musical structures that give the dance form. Instructor: Alice Blumenfeld NEW The Joy of Movement: A Creative Movement Workshop Program Description: Join Erin & Julia for a workshop that will connect you to the joy of moving! Through guided movement activities, you’ll explore moving with different qualities and body parts. Discover your personal movement style, and create your own short dance phrase. Open to all people, no dance experience necessary. Instructor: Erin Pennebaker & Julia Dillard Making Art with Code Program Description: Using the Processing Language (a free and open source language based on Java), students will learn the basics of programming as applied to programming graphic images and shapes. Depending on time, we will touch on programming animation of these shapes and graphics. Instructor: Steven Gutierrez National and International Dialects for the Stage Program Description:Ever wonder how to Sound like Harry Potter or Tony Soprano? Join Cody Swanson as he teaches you the ins and outs of dialects from all over the United States or from different parts of the world. These dialects can be used on-stage or for film work. Instructor: Cody Swanson Shoes as Art Program Description: Create a shoe that expresses who you are. In this workshop, you will create a work of 3-dimensional work of art in the form of a shoe. Gather materials you can collage that show your interests. These items can be photos of friends or family, magazine images or drawings; they can include ribbon or fabric or hardware or glitter; things that you can find around your house and that work together to tell a story. Have a pair of scissors and some newsprint or paper you can stuff in a shoe. The only purchase you may need to make is for 2 rolls of 2” clear wrapping tape. Finally, you will need to select your favorite shoe – which I promise will not be harmed in the making of the project! Instructor: Sally Levine The Zentangle® Method: ...One Stroke at a Time® Program Description: The Zentangle Method is a fun way to relax and create beautiful art. Using eight easy steps we complete a small masterpiece called a tile, using a pencil and pen. In these sessions, tangle along with a certified teacher to learn the method. You will be amazed! Sharing your work is optional. The instructor can provide personal Zentangle kits. The price for each kit is $10, and includes all of the items needed for the class and to tangle on one's own between and after the class. Instructor: Lee Kay *February Mini Session Classes* NEW Acting and Memory Technique Program Description: This acting course will introduce basic memory techniques which support creativity, character development, and shorten memorization time. Based on modern neuroscience, Memory Acting help actors understand how the brain naturally learns and memorizes. Every actor should have basic memory techniques. Instructor: Dr. Ellen Rooney NEW Audition Technique: College & Beyond Program Description: Have audition material you’d like a second opinion on? Want to get a monologue or song in shape for an upcoming audition? Join Cody Swanson in personal, virtual, and intimate sessions as, together, you create or build upon, strong pieces of text to audition with for college and other needs. Instructor: Cody Swanson NEW Dynamic Art - Comic Art - Visual Story-telling Program Description: Sessions for development in dynamic anatomy drawing/ illustration, story-telling thru panel visuals and cinematic placement to project best visual presentation. The class will explore the traditional, cartoon and anime styles of comic illustrations. Instructor: Abdul Rashhid NEW Round Trip Flamenco Program Description: De ida y vuelta is a dance & arts residency designed for K-12 students that brings Hispanic history to life. Students learn and help create a flamenco dance from the "ida y vuelta" (round-trip) family of music, which have influences from Latin America, West Africa, and Spain. Students create their own fan with craft supplies as a prop, and receive worksheets to learn about the history and culture. Instructor: Alice Blumenfeld Shoes as Art Program Description: Create a shoe that expresses who you are. In this workshop, you will create a work of 3-dimensional work of art in the form of a shoe. Gather materials you can collage that show your interests. These items can be photos of friends or family, magazine images or drawings; they can include ribbon or fabric or hardware or glitter; things that you can find around your house and that work together to tell a story. Have a pair of scissors and some newsprint or paper you can stuff in a shoe. The only purchase you may need to make is for 2 rolls of 2” clear wrapping tape. Finally, you will need to select your favorite shoe – which I promise will not be harmed in the making of the project! Instructor: Sally Levine *Free Webinars* A+ Meditations (The A is for Aura) with Ras Chi Program Description: This webinar will be packed with insight by certified meditation program “Ras Chi”. Something for the whole family, especially during these times. The art of meditation will be thoroughly explained by meditation coach Mr.Cofield as well as a few simple but highly beneficial techniques which help us all in life. Lets strengthen our Auras and immune system together. Instructor: <https://shakerartscouncil.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=0a5b07734a7329…>Sirwilliam Cofield NEW Creating a Paper Collage Mandala Program Description: The Mandala (Sanskrit for "circle") is an ancient art form that is closely tied to spiritual practices. However, it was psychologist Carl Jung who felt that the mandala as an art form could be useful as a therapy, and it is, in fact, a very relaxing and therapeutic process. Torn paper collage mandalas are easy to create, require little preparation or previous art experience . Instructor: Sharon Dundee Introduction to Voiceover in this webinar, you’ll learn how to get started in voiceover. We’ll cover essential topics like creating a demo, setting up an inexpensive home recording studio, finding and submitting auditions, connecting with talent agents, negotiating rates, and marketing your services. Instructor: Amanda Terman NEW Grant & Proposal Writing Fundamentals for Arts Professionals Program Description:The process of grant and proposal writing can be simple and pragmatic. Precise language can make the difference between an award and a decline. The eCourse provides tools on how to answer frequently asked questions on grant applications, and how to fine-tune your writing skills for winning proposals. Instructor: Brandi Rae Hicks NEW Making Russian Tea Biscuits at Home Program Description: Cleveland has a long history of making and eating Russian tea biscuits, dating back to at least the 1920s. In keeping with tradition, we will discuss a few different historic recipes and then make one of the recipes online together. Instructor: Sarah Bania-Dobyns & Melanie Ferstman The Zentangle® Method: ...One Stroke at a Time® Demonstration Program Description: The Zentangle Method is a fun way to relax and create beautiful art. Using eight steps we complete a small masterpiece called a tile, using a pencil and pen. In these sessions, tangle along with a certified teacher to learn the method. You will be amazed! Sharing your work is optional. The instructor can provide personal Zentangle kits. The price for each kit is $10, and includes all of the items needed for the class and to tangle on one's own between and after the class. Instructor: Lee Kay *Click here <https://www.shakerartscouncil.org/art-class-33808.html> for more information and to register*. *---Amara Romano* *Administrative Assistant **Shaker Arts Council **shakerartscouncil.org <http://shakerartscouncil.org/>*

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Live Stream Tai Chi/Qigong
by Rev. Edward Niam, DD 27 Dec '20

27 Dec '20

Live Stream Tai Chi/Qigong Class Monday, 12/28/20, Noon **Your first class is always FREE Tai Chi Institute USA presents continuous classes facilitated by Sifu Edward Niam. Our proprietary program, "The Movement of Life" heals the mind, body & spirit. This is Lesson 6, Section 2 of the Yang Style Form. Step-by-step, you will learn the movements in sequence. Join us to experience the most beautiful and elegant form of moving meditation ever created. Try a FREE class. Forward your email to taichicleveland(a)gmail.com to receive an invitation for any of our classes. Take the first step to better mental, physical and spiritual health. Subscribers have access to our entire library, so it does not matter where you start. You can always go back and review/learn anything you may have missed. Subscribe for only $42.00 per month. https://moxie.xyz/taichicleveland <https://moxie.xyz/taichicleveland?fbclid=IwAR1uqGRvawNWUcZ-SZyU6-_nNQWqpPV0…> *Tai Chi Institute USA* *"Free your spirit, still your mind, open your heart and hear the music inside of you..."* *~The Movement of Life~TM* *Shaolin Warrior Athlete Training* Sifu Edward Niam http://www.linkedin.com/in/edwardniam 8210 Macedonia Commons Blvd Suite 68 Macedonia, Ohio 44056 330.564.7558 www.taichicleveland.com <http://www.taichicleveland.com> taichicleveland(a)gmail.com moxie.xyz/taichicleveland <http://moxie.xyz/taichicleveland> www.liveyourlifeofpurpose.com Facebook - Tai Chi Institute USA <https://www.facebook.com/groups/877587632326146/> "Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away." <https://about.me/SifuEdwardNiam?promo=email_sig>

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