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CPT is hiring a Director of Audience Engagement & Marketing
by Raymond Bobgan 28 Dec '21

28 Dec '21

Cleveland Public Theatre is hiring a Director of Audience Engagement & Marketing. Cleveland Public Theatre (CPT) is hiring a Director of Audience Engagement & Marketing, which is a core part of CPT's leadership team and will make a meaningful contribution to life at CPT and its success. CPT will be accepting applications for this position until the role is filled with a start date goal between 3/1/22 and 4/15/22. https://www.cptonline.org/uncategorized/cleveland-public-theatre-is-hiring-… DESCRIPTION OF POSITION The Director of Audience Engagement & Marketing oversees CPT's audience engagement, marketing, and promotional initiatives towards the goals of building audience, expanding the reach of CPT artistic and education programming regionally and nationwide, and deepening our relationship with audience members and community stakeholders. CPT is less interested in "ticket sales" than in gathering together the many communities of the Cleveland region. This position is a year-round, salaried staff position. Reporting to the Executive Artistic Director, the Director of Audience Engagement & Marketing is a key member of the senior management team and works closely with the General Manager, Education Director, Director Organizational Advancement, Associate Artistic Director, and the Technical Director, as well as cross-departmentally. JOB REQUIREMENTS The position seeks a highly-motivated, experienced theatre arts administrator with superb written and verbal communication skills, experience working with diverse communities, and a passion for the arts. Adaptability, professionalism, grace-under-pressure, imagination, willingness to embrace and incorporate feedback, and fluency in MS Word, Excel, basic HTML, and various social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram) required. Experience with database management software and photo/video/graphic editing software strongly preferred. Experience in arts administration is a must, with a minimum of 3 years of work in professional theatre or related creative professions, consistent freelance work, or equivalent. CPT primarily produces theatrical work that is outside-of-the-mainstream, so a history of such work may indicate a good fit. CPT is seeking a storyteller with outstanding writing, editing, and communication skills. The position requires strong organizational abilities, attention to detail, a passion for the arts and the mission of CPT, and a desire to grow and learn new skills. The successful candidate will be curious, collaborative, imaginative, adaptable and flexible, and have experience working with a diverse range of constituents. All positions at CPT work across departmental lines and the Director of Audience Engagement & Marketing is involved in nearly all aspects of the theatre. Job responsibilities may include (but are not limited to) the following: * Oversee all marketing and promotion of CPT season productions, education, and community programs. * Supervise two full time staff members in the creation and distribution of robust, content-rich materials for CPT's patron emails, external communications, and digital and print marketing materials. * Collaborate with graphic designers in the creation of season artwork. * Manage printing and distribution of print marketing materials, including the annual Season Brochure and Season Program. * Manage and distribute print, photo, and video assets for marketing, promotional, and artistic purposes. * Cultivate media and publicity for CPT season shows, education and community programs. * Build and sustain long-term and collaborative relationships with community partners and individuals for CPT community events and season shows. * Create content and manage print, on air, and digital advertising. * Mange audience engagement initiatives, and other duties related to audience development, such as pre- and post-show activities, receptions, and special groups. * Represent CPT at opening weekends, community forums, and promotional events. * Nurture and develop relationships with artists and community partners. * Demonstrate a commitment to centering antiracist and anti-oppressive practices in their work. * Other related duties as assigned. Candidate must possess excellent logistics skills, creativity, a commitment to extraordinary patron experiences, plus a drive to produce measurable outcomes. Because of our track record of success, we are particularly interested in candidates who are eager to support current audience engagement initiatives and ultimately move into evolving new programs. CPT is home to Teatro Público de Cleveland and Masrah Cleveland Al-Arabi. Fluency in Spanish or Arabic would be a huge plus. COMPENSATION Starting pay for this position will be $45,000-55,000 and will be commensurate with experience and skill set. CPT offers a benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, short-term and long-term disability, vacation pay, and paid sick time/personal days. CPT STAFF DESCRIPTION CPT cares passionately about reflecting our community and pursuing diversity at all levels of the organization. CPT has a demanding work environment with long, intense hours, but we have fun and love what we do. We value hard work, and strive to center courage, humanity, integrity, representation, respect, and JOY, "challenging each other to do and be our collective best." CPT is a deeply un-siloed organization and cross department work is a norm. CLEVELAND PUBLIC THEATRE CPT is a nationally recognized center for contemporary performance. Its mission is to raise consciousness and nurture compassion through groundbreaking theatre and life-changing education programs. CPT implements this mission through its annual theatrical season, featuring between 6-12 adventurous professional productions and a robust series of new play development programs that support writers and devisers at multiple points in the creative process. CPT's acclaimed education programs engage communities in devising new works that speak to contemporary issues and empower participants to work for positive change in our community. CPT is home to community ensembles Teatro Público de Cleveland and Masrah Cleveland Al-Arabi, and CPT annually presents Station Hope, a large-scale community arts festival. CPT's annual budget is around $2.5 million a year. CPT has 22 full-time staff members. For applicants considering relocation to Cleveland: our city is an excellent community to live in with top-notch arts and culture, a vibrant theatre scene, beautiful public parks, a great lake, and affordable housing. TO APPLY Interested and qualified candidates should send a cover letter (equivalent of 2-3 pages) and resume to Executive Artistic Director Raymond Bobgan at rbobgan(a)cptonline.org<mailto:rbobgan@cptonline.org>. Please, make your subject line read: [LAST NAME], Director of Audience Engagement & Marketing. Candidates may be asked to provide additional materials after original application. Raymond Bobgan (he/they) Executive Artistic Director Cleveland Public Theatre

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Annie Mann The Musical
by david mcdougald 27 Dec '21

27 Dec '21

***PAID MUSICAL THEATER WORK*** Greetings!This is an official invitation to audition for the brand new “Annie Mann The Musical,” for its premier performance April 29th & 30th, 2022 In Massillon, Ohio at the Stark Legacy Project Stage. Annie Mann The Musical is a lively show of mostly music (limited book). The production looks deeply into the heart of a little girl whose destiny finds her in a place where everything depends on her making the right decision and having the nerve to do what needs to be done. With seven major characters, this brand new production will thrill audiences and move them to examine who they are, especially when things get tough! ***ANNIE MANN CHARACTERS ***THE VOICE OF GOD (CASTING OPEN) Vocal Range A2-D4 (Male Age 50+) ***THE JANITOR (CASTING OPEN) Vocal Range A2-A#4 (Gender Fluid Person) Age 25-40) ***FILIUS (CASTING OPEN) Vocal Range A3-D4 (Male Age 18) ***DR. SIGMUND (CASTING OPEN) Vocal Range G3-E4 (Male Age 60) ***ANNIE MANN (CASTING CLOSED) Vocal Range A3-E5 (Female Age 12) ***AVERY MANN (CASTING CLOSED) Vocal Range A2-G4 (Male Age 33) ***CHRISTINA (MANN) (CASTING CLOSED) Vocal Range A3-E5 (Female Age 27) To audition, send us your name, contact information (text phone number), age, a head shot and a description of your experience in theater and or music and choice of character to cgaproductionsgroup(a)gmail.com. We will send you an audition pack with two songs and lyrics, a recording of the songs with a vocal demo and instrumental only, for you to sing to. We will ask you to learn the songs and to record them with your phone and send that back to us. (you can look at the words during recording if you wish) We will look at the responses we get and choose personnel from this process. Afterward, you will be invited to come into the studio for a live session, interview and final selection. We look forward to hearing your audition!Best regards, David McDougald Executive Producer / Co-Composer Annie Mann The Musical

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Imposters Theater Announces January Classes & Workshops
by Imposters Comedy 27 Dec '21

27 Dec '21

*ANNOUNCING JANUARY 2022 CLASSES & WORKSHOPS!* *Improv Level 1 with Ryan Santa* Thursdays 7-9pm Beginning 01/06 <https://imposterstheater.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=2b317370dae2166…> This course is an introduction to long-form improvisation, based on the style developed by The iO Theater and The Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre. We will start with a focus on the fundamentals - agreement, listening, and support - as well as the thing that should come across in every scene: the fun. This class is designed for beginners up to those with some short form or long form improv experience. *Sketch Comedy Writing Level 1 with Michael Busch* Saturdays 4-6pm Beginning 01/08 <https://imposterstheater.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=2b317370dae2166…> This class is for both experienced comedians and people just starting out - as long as you have a desire to write your own material, you are welcome. You will be required to write outside of class. *For a full list of classes & workshops please visit * https://www.imposterstheater.com/classes <https://www.imposterstheater.com/classes> Hello, new friend - sign up for our email newsletter here <https://imposterstheater.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=2b317370dae2166…>

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VIRTUAL Theatre Classes
by Tessa Gaffney 27 Dec '21

27 Dec '21

*The Center for Applied Drama and Autism (CADA) has VIRTUAL theatre classes for $125 for ten weeks!* *Acting I: Developing the Actor's Toolkit* *Eve Urban and Tessa Gaffney* *Mondays 6:30-7:30 PM ET, January 3-March 7* Put the essential acting skills in your toolbox! This class will include: developing an actor’s warm-up for body and voice, physical acting exercises for connection and character development, audition preparation, best rehearsal practices, and performance routines. Students will work on monologues and duets for final sharing and recording. *Sketch Comedy* *Jordan Euell and John Lynch * *Wednesdays 6:30-7:30 PM ET, January 5-March 9, 2022* Create, perform and record original comedy sketches for CADA’s YouTube Channel! Discover how characters, settings and structure work together to bring laughter to the audience! This course covers skills such as collaboration, character development, story structure, pacing, pausing and timing. *Voice for Digital Media* *Mikaia Ross and Justin Miller* *Saturdays 3:00-4:00 PM ET, January 8-March 12* Learn microphone techniques for recording and broadcasting live. The class will explore voice-overs for commercials and animation, podcasting, narrating documentaries, audiobooks, news, sports & weather. The class will cover skills such as breath control, tone and resonance, articulation and script interpretation. *Improv for All* *Ruben Ryan and Justin Miller * *Saturdays 11:00 AM - noon ET, January 8-March 12* This CADA class is those who love to play theatre games, make up silly characters, and make people laugh! For all ages, all abilities, all levels of experience. Skills include: saying “yes” to scene partners, listening and responding, taking turns, making appropriate choices, developing story structure, knowing when to enter and exit, and knowing when and how to end scenes. *Sign up at:* centerforada.square.site -- *Tessa Gaffney* Marketing Director, *The Center for Applied Drama and Autism*

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Gentlemen's Guide to Love & Murder
by Debra Cardy 27 Dec '21

27 Dec '21

Announcing AUDITIONS for our upcoming production of Gentlemen’s Guide to Love & Murder. This will be directed by a student of Stage Door Studios, Tucker Gayhart, as a Senior Capstone project, for Jackson High School of the Arts. We are excited to partner with him. This is one of the most fun musicals (Winner of 4 Tony Awards), and is absolutely hilarious with a brilliantly written plot. Submit the following Google Form: https://docs.google.com/.../11pcvgV5dy7yakjmn.../viewform...<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/11pcvgV5dy7yakjmnp4hN4t29Sj--DDt-0Hg9trMqNo…> Be sure to include an unlisted Youtube video link, of a recording of you, singing a one minute selection, in the style of the show. This show is for ages 14 and up, but as long as you have the maturity to handle the advanced vocal music in the score, close to that age will be considered. You may also use one of these songs from the show for your audition (click on the following link for a Demo, Track and music: https://www.dropbox.com/.../AADbft-eLy3kFec3z7obJVXga...<https://www.dropbox.com/sh/hc7stjrlmnagf6r/AADbft-eLy3kFec3z7obJVXga?dl=0&f…> ). Performance Dates: February 11-13, 2022 Rehearsal Dates: Wed, Fri (6:30-9:30pm) & Sundays (2:00-5:00pm) with some Mon and Thur evenings working with solos/small groups (Begin on Wednesday, January 5, 2022 at Stage Door Studios, 1176 S. Main Street, North Canton, OH 44720) Deadline for submission is midnight: December 30, 2021. We look forward to receiving your video audition! Questions: Contact: Debbie Cardy - E-mail: debbie(a)stagedoorstudios.org or Text: 330-417-4041. Sent from Mail<https://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=550986> for Windows

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DAREN STAHL HEADSHOTS & PRODUCTION PHOTOGRAPHY
by beezersh＠aol.com 26 Dec '21

26 Dec '21

Happy New Year! New Year, New Look!! Please keep me in mind for your photographic needs including productions, events, and family portraits. Read more below, and continue to stay well in 2022! Peace,Daren Stahl Daren Stahl | | | | | | | | | | | Daren Stahl By Daren Stahl I am an amateaur photographer residing in Cleveland Heights, Ohio. I have many clients from the performing arts community but also enjoy other photographic endeavors as well. Click on the About Me section in my website to learn more. | | | | Rates$100 for a 1/2 hour session and up to 3 digitally retouched photos are yours to keep AS WELL AS print release on the rest of the session. Indoor, outdoor, B&W or color. Longer sessions are available. Headshot Portfolio: https://darenstahl.smugmug.com/Headshot-Sessions/Studioheadshots/ "This has been a most enjoyable experience" ~ Evelyn "You have perfectly captured his essence -- his warmth and friendliness....we are so appreciative to have these images as we mark this big milestone~Julie Pricing page for longer portrait sessions, SENIOR PORTRAITS and more, click below. https://darenstahl.smugmug.com/Site-Pages/n-p8xckD/Pricing Contact Daren Stahl: dstahl1067(a)gmail.com OR you can contact me through the Smugmug links. See you soon!Daren Stahl Photographyhttp://www.darenstahl.smugmug.com

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Professional choreographer call
by Anna Cerveny 26 Dec '21

26 Dec '21

Cleveland-based contemporary fusion company (Cleveland Dance Project Company) seeking outside choreographer to produce short work for multiple performance uses. Interested parties, please e-mail clevelanddanceproject(a)gmail.com with your resume, reel, and your rates. Previous work can be seen here https://www.clevelanddanceproject.com/companywork Anna Cerveny Director Cleveland Dance Project clevelanddanceproject(a)gmail.com web <http://www.clevelanddanceproject.com> / facebook <http://www.facebook.com/clevelanddanceproject>/ instagram <https://www.instagram.com/clevelanddanceproject/?hl=en> / Dance With Us <http://clevelanddanceproject.com/s9auditions> / Pro Company <http://clevelanddanceproject.com/company>

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Book Signing January 9th Emmy winning writer at Loganberry Books
by Prelude2Cinema 26 Dec '21

26 Dec '21

Emmy winning writer Alex P. Michaels screenplays “What Angels Fear?” and “Out of Darkness: Cleveland” are now available on Amazon and at Mac’s Books on Coventry in Cleveland Heights and Loganberry Books. Sunday January 9th, from 2pm to 3pm, Alex will be doing a Book Signing at Loganberry Books. Join Alex for insight into his “visionary style” of screenwriting. Free gifts and a Q&A session to follow. Loganberry Books is at 13015 Larchmere in Shaker Heights. “What Angels Fear?” Is about two cops, one white and one black, who are like brothers and one’s decision to cross the line to provide for his family. “Out of Darkness: Cleveland” takes place in an alternate reality police state and is based on a TV series shooting in Cleveland. The books are published by Prelude2Cinema, who will be donating a portion of our profits from “Out of Darkness: Cleveland” to organizations that support survivors of sexual abuse and fight against human trafficking. For more info on Prelude2Cinema, visit http://books.prelude2cinema.com/ Sincerely, Alex P. Michaels Cleveland Cinema Czar Cell 408-203-6981 Prelude2Cinema http://www.prelude2cinema.com "Starving Artists 2 Working Artists” Emmy winning writer Founder of Prelude2Cinema 2020 Cuyahoga County Arts & Culture Grant Finalist Tech Throwdown 2021 at Greater Cleveland Partnership Week

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More information about The Sparks Fly Upward
by Cathy Lesser Mansfield 25 Dec '21

25 Dec '21

I understand there have been some questions about the title of and artwork for my opera, The Sparks Fly Upward. Here is some information about the opera. The title comes from the Book of Job, from which the families in the opera read while they are in hiding. The artwork combines photos from the Neue Synagogue in Berlin, and Auschwitz, where scenes in the opera take place Here is more information about the piece: *The Sparks Fly Upward Story* The Sparks Fly Upward begins on October 28, 1938 with the deportation of Polish Jews residing in Germany to Poland, and concludes with the liberation of Berlin in May 1945 and the re-dedication of the Neue Synagogue in Berlin in 1995. At times the families turn to the Book of Job for diversion, reassurance and enlightenment. Job’s suffering, and the contest between good and evil represented in his story, are reflected in the lives of the characters, who boldly face the question of man’s obligation to man in times of moral and political crisis. The Sparks Fly Upward is told completely through music and lyrics. Sparks is a story of courage, friendship, love, faith, hope and the power of one person to alter the course of another’s life. *The Sparks Music and Production* The Sparks Fly Upward premiered on November 8, 2008 (photos included here) in Des Moines, Iowa before a sold out audience of approximately 1100 people that gave the production a long and enthusiastic standing ovation. Sparks and its music have been described as “beautiful,” “compelling,” “inspiring,” “unforgettable,” ”powerful,” “moving,” and “profound.” *Here are some comments about Sparks:* “I have lived a very privileged life as an artist, and as part of that process, have been involved in more than my share of moving, deep and touching performances, both as an observer and participant. The performance last night goes right on that list of important events that I will never forget. Maybe the most touching moment came after the performance when several older people that lived through this horrible series of events came up and expressed through their tears how much they appreciated your work.” ~Maestro Joseph Giunta, Conductor of the Des Moines Symphony and The Sparks Fly Upward~ “It is hard to put into words all the gratitude we have for you and for what you have given to the community through the production of The Sparks Fly Upward. To the community you have given a sense of hope amidst the evils in our world. To tie together the horrors of the Holocaust with the beauty of what people of conscience have done and continue to do is a true gift. May we all take your sense of hope and call to action into our world today and make a difference whenever we can. “ ~Gabrielle Callistein~ The historical accuracy of the story, music, lyrics and photos taken together teach history, pay tribute to the victims and heroes of the Holocaust, and provide audiences with a deep and moving theatrical experience. Sparks has a transformative message and the power to inspire audiences to awareness and action about the Holocaust, genocide, intolerance and hatred. I hope this answers your questions. Please feel free to message me if you have further questions. Cathy Lesser Mansfield clessermansfield(a)gmail.com

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Auditions - Holocaust Musical drama.opera Sparks Fly Upward at MPAC June 2022
by Cathy Lesser Mansfield 24 Dec '21

24 Dec '21

*AUDITIONS – Open Call* The Sparks Fly Upward Foundation, in Association with The Temple Tifereth Israel in Beachwood, Ohio, announces *auditions* for *The Sparks Fly Upward,* a *musical drama/opera* that follows three German families in Berlin through the Holocaust, to be staged before an audience at the *Maltz Performing Arts Center, Cleveland, Ohio* from *June 9-12, 2022*. The production will also be live-streamed. Cast members will be *paid*. Open auditions will be held *Saturday January 29, 2022* and *Sunday, January 30, 2022* from *2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.* at The Temple Tifereth Israel, 26000 Shaker Blvd., Beachwood, OH 44122 for lead AND CHORUS roles. Please bring a bio and come prepared to sing one piece in the style of the show. If you are not able to attend auditions in person you may submit a video audition to our director, Jeffrey Lesser, along with a headshot and resume, to clessermansfield(a)gmail.com by no later than Thursday, January 27, 2022 at midnight. Please state in the audition video what role you are interested in and if you are willing to take any role. *ALL AUDITIONERS MUST SHOW PROOF OF FULL COVID-19 VACCINATION BEFORE BEING ALLOWED TO AUDITION.* Rehearsals will begin on May 5, 2022. Rehearsals will be held in the evenings and on weekends. A sample of the music from Sparks can be heard on youtube at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8UiV2GtTFtI&t=262s *Lead roles:* *Julius Rosenbaum* Tenor or High Baritone 40s-60s Patriarch of one of the Jewish families who guides his family through the Holocaust years *Jacob Rosenbaum/God * Baritone early 20’s Eldest son of the Rosenbaum family who takes on the role of “God” in the narration of the Biblical story of Job. *Max Rosenbaum/Satan * Bass early 20’s Middle son of the Rosenbaum family who takes on the role of “Satan” in the narration of the Biblical story of Job. *Karl Rosenbaum/Job* Tenor late teens/early 20’s Youngest and most sensitive son of the Rosenbaum family who takes on the role of “Job” in the narration of the Biblical story of Job. *Rita Rosenbaum* Soprano mid to late teens Youngest sibling of the Rosenbaum family who is most effective by being separated from her parents. *Hans Weber* Baritone 40s-60s Christian neighbor of Jewish families, and work colleague of Julius Rosenbaum who, along with his wife, Ruth, arranges for the protection of the two Jewish families. *Roles played by chorus members:* *Berta Grynszpan* Soprano 22 Actual historical figure who was deported to Poland from Germany in 1938 and contacted her brother, Herschel, by letter with news of the family’s deportation. *Herschel Grynszpan* Tenor 17 Actual historical figure who, upon receiving news of his family’s deportation to Poland in 1938, shot a German official in Paris, which the Germans used as the pretext for Kristallnacht. *Cantor* High Tenor Leader of the Jewish Community and featured in key synagogue scene. *Rabbi* Tenor Leader of the Jewish Community and featured in key synagogue scenes. *Non-singing roles:* Several Nazi soldiers and various officials. For further information contact Cathy Lesser Mansfield at (515) 991-8289.

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