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VIRTUAL Drama Classes for All Ages and Abilities!
by Tessa Gaffney 30 Mar '21

30 Mar '21

The Center for Applied Drama and Autism's Spring Session classes are now available for registration. We are offering advanced classes for long-term students seeking the next level in their theatre education, in addition to new areas of interest! *$125 for 10 weeks of classes, April 10-June 12, 2021.* *INTRO TO COMEDY* *Mondays, 6:00-7:00 PM ET* Make 'em laugh in this course, beginning with the basics of comedy and ending in the creation of a collaborative sketch. Learn about characters, stories, and jokes (obviously)! *Taught by John Lynch and Brandon Meeker* *STAND-UP COMEDY* *Mondays, 6:30-7:30 PM ET* Have you always wanted to try stand-up comedy but didn't know where to start? Look no further! In this class, we'll teach you how to develop material that will win over any audience. *Taught by Jordan Euell and Ruben Ryan * *INTRO TO IMPROV* *Tuesdays, 6:00-7:00 PM ET* Learn the fundamentals of improv, an art form popularized by comedians like Bill Murray and Tina Fey, that can teach social skills. *Taught by Ruben Ryan and Brandon Meeker* *YOUTUBE PRODUCTION* *Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30 PM ET* Learn how to write, produce, and perform your own work! Students will create a show and air it on YouTube. *Taught by Jordan Euell and Eve Urban* *VOICE ACTING: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VOICE* *Thursdays, 7:00-8:00 PM ET* Explore techniques used in Theater, Film, Radio, Voiceover, and more. Ten weeks full of exercises and games that will help the actor become more comfortable with speaking in performance and in everyday life. *Taught by Shannon Uphold and Mikaia Al Barr* *MUSICAL THEATRE* *Thursdays, 7:00-8:00 PM ET* Explore musical theatre styles through dance and character work. Get ready to move! *Taught by Hallie Heffernan and Wendy Duke* *PUPPET PALOOZA* *Saturdays, 11:00 AM-12:00 PM ET* Learn the basics of acting and storytelling through puppetry. *Taught by Eve Urban and Bree Chambers* *IMPROV (LEVEL 2)* *Saturdays, 11:00 AM-12:00 PM ET* Delve deeper into improvisation: explore scene work, performing spontaneously, as well as new structures and games. Must have taken Intro to Improv or equivalent class. *Taught by Ruben Ryan and Brandon Meeker* Register at: centerforada.square.site Email: info(a)centerforada.org for more information *These classes can be accessed from anywhere in the world, so share with others who might be interested and come learn with us!* -- *Tessa Gaffney* Marketing Director, *The Center for Applied Drama and Autism*

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Live Stream Classes
by Rev. Edward Niam, DD 30 Mar '21

30 Mar '21

**Learn Tai Chi, Meditation, Qigong and Shaolin Kung Fu** Attend our Live Stream Classes and utilize the Video Library at your convenience!! **First class FREE to new users!! Forward your email to taichicleveland(a)gmail.com for a link to try a FREE class. Join us at our Face Book group, https://www.facebook.com/groups/191635819031017 Also offering Private Virtual and In-Person classes. Contact us for details. Subscribe now to access all live classes and video library! Fee Schedule: $7.00 – Single Class $24.00 – Unlimited weekly live classes & video library $42.00 – Unlimited monthly live classes & video library $34.00 – Unlimited monthly video library https://moxie.xyz/taichicleveland *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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CPT ANNOUNCES AUDITIONS FOR STUDENT THEATRE ENRICHMENT PROGRAM (STEP)
by Allyse C 30 Mar '21

30 Mar '21

CPT ANNOUNCES AUDITIONS FOR STUDENT THEATRE ENRICHMENT PROGRAM (STEP) cleveland PUBLIC theatre Student Theatre Enrichment Program (STEP) Youth ages 14-19 work together to create, produce, and perform their own play. This program is the longest-running arts-based, workplace development program in Cleveland and is an international model for engaging youth. Since its beginning in 1994, STEP has received multiple awards and recognitions, including those from The City of Cleveland, The President’s Committee on the Arts and the Humanities, and the National Endowment for the Arts. Through STEP, teens see themselves as a positive and inspirational force, and watch as their work has an impact on the larger Cleveland community. Youth must be 14 – 19 yrs. old (Cuyahoga County residents) The STEP Ensemble is selected by audition: Cast Audition – Perform a 1-minute piece (dance, monologue, or song) Tech Audition – Prepare to work creatively to design and create structures Youth should expect to remain for the full audition session. Must RSVP by contacting Nicole Sumlin, CPT Education Director (info below) By Email or Phone: share name, confirmation and current phone number Must complete STEP Registration: https://forms.gle/5MqtMuYygUeQgvEW9 <https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.gle…> STEP runs June 14 – August 7 including a two week Cleveland Tour! Auditions will be held Thursday, April 8th from 5:00-6:30pm on Zoom. Reach out to Nicole Sumlin, CPT Education Director with questions! nsumlin(a)cptonline.org <mailto:nsumlin@cptonline.org> or 216.631.2727 ext. 203

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Casting Two Female Leads in College Production Short Film to Shoot in Ohio City/Downtown Cleveland Area. ASAP!!
by Cameron Kaglic 30 Mar '21

30 Mar '21

Cuyahoga Community College Production Seeking Female Actors for Two Leading Roles. Student short Film in advanced class. Shooting in the Cleveland/Ohio City area. ABUSER Written & Directed by Cam Kaglic Unpaid part(s), Non-Union. FEMALE Age (22 - 30) Credit on film, copy of film & food/snacks provided. Reply with cover email and headshot or recent photo and resume to the director @ abuserfilm2020(a)gmail.com <mailto:abuserfilm2020@gmail.com> REPLY ASAP. Please include availabilities for Monday - Thursday (specific times (ex. 9AM - 8PM)) Also include weekend availabilities for Friday - Sunday. The Shooting Schedule will depend on your availability. Everything else is already planned and set up we just need great, reliable, committed talent! All crew has COVID-19 SAFE SET Certificate and is regularly being tested and staying safe to ensure the safety of the talent and the productions well-being. It is highly recommend that the talent get themselves tested being filming start and they are on set. About the Film A young woman Rooney a newly recovered addict, is tested by her deceased partner on the anniversary of her death to get intoxicated trying to cope with the circumstance of her death. Characters Rooney is a woman who is stubborn but independent, someone who is an addict trying very hard to change but is weak to the influences around her. Mia is Rooneys late fiancé who cares so deeply for Rooney but is frustrated by her addictions. Mia was killed in a car accident caused by Rooneys drunk intoxicated behavior. Talent must let the director know if they are uncomfortable with the following that will be asked of them: acting as a gay/lesbian partner to the lead/co-lead, partial nudity and induced vomiting. The film is a very intense look into someone life as an addict recovering and the director does not want to shy away from the ugly side of it. About the Director As a new director I am a driven hardworking film student looking to gain as much experience as I can before graduating and build those strong relationships with the arts community. I relish in the opportunities to work with new people and create an openly creative set and experience all around. Excited to get to know you and get started.

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Medina County Show Biz Audition
by Vickie 30 Mar '21

30 Mar '21

AUDITIONS FOR LITTLE WOMEN THE MUSICAL Medina County Showbiz This will be a limited-cast production with only ten roles available; 6 Women and 4 Men. Rehearsals will begin the week of April 11th and run thru May 30th. For safety purposes, we are accepting virtual auditions for the next full week. Please email a copy of your virtual audition to shhhtephen(a)gmail.com and submit your information for the audition to the Google form https://forms.gle/8WzFY9nRVBvATX4e9 no later than 10:00PM on April 6th. While we will accept virtual auditions, if needed, you will be required to attend in-person call-backs, tentatively scheduled for April 7th or 8th. Please sing 2 contrasting songs in the style of the show, no longer than 32 bars in length. Please sing with an accompanist or a recorded track. Please also sing a full musical scale of your choice. If you have any other questions, please email shhhtephen(a)gmail.com. The roles available: Jo March: (Age range: 18 to 30) - The second oldest sister, Jo is passionate, adventurous, and brave. She loves her family deeply, and yet is fiercely independent and ambitious. She rebels against having to wear dresses and “behave” like women and girls of her time. She dreams of becoming a famous writer.. Vocal Range: A5 to E3. Meg March (Doubles as Clarissa): (Age range: 18 to 30) - The oldest March sister. She works as a governess. Meg is world-weary, yet hopeful, and she yearns for a great life. She falls in love with and marries Mr. John Brooke. Vocal Range: Gb5 to A#3. Beth March (Doubles as Rodrigo 2): (Age range: 16 to 25) - The second youngest sister who tragically dies of scarlet fever. She is a peace-maker, lover and an optimist who always encourages her sisters to dream. She loves music and plays the piano. Vocal Range: G5 to A3. Amy March (Doubles as Troll): (Age Range 14 to 20) - The youngest sister who is energetic with a rather pompous air about her. Amy is a passionate artist who enjoys visual beauty and is given to fits of pouting, temper, and vanity. She ends up falling in love with and marrying Laurie. Vocal Range: Gb5 to Cb4. Marmee March (Doubles as Hag): (Age Range 45 to 65) - The girls’ mother is the strong backbone of the family who is lovingly holding her family together while her husband is at war. She is generous, loving and the strong backbone of the family. Vocal Range: Eb5 to Eb3. Aunt March (Doubles as Mrs. Kirk): (Age Range 40 to 60)- The girls’ grand-aunt is a formidable, overbearing, wealthy socialite who wants to make Jo conform to society's expectations of her. She eventually takes Amy under her wing. Though crotchety and a force, she loves her nieces and wants the best for them. Vocal Range: F5 to E3. Professor Bhaer: (Age Range 30 to 45) - A German professor who lives in Mrs. Kirk’s boarding house and eventually falls in love with Jo, accepting her for all of who she is. Vocal Range: F#4 to G2 Laurie (Doubles as Rodrigo): (Age Range 18 to 25) - The bright-eyed, optimistic boy next door who is the same age as Jo. Laurie is charming, but initially shy and becomes like a brother to the March sisters. He has a big heart and initially loves Jo, but later falls in love with Amy. Vocal Range: Bb4 to Bb2. Mr. Laurence (Doubles as Knight): (Age Range 40 to 65) - Laurie’s grandfather and the Marches’ next-door neighbor. Mr. Laurence is seen as a stiff and stern elderly man, but he eventually shows his softer side in a sweet, Grandfatherly relationship with Beth. Vocal Range: Baritone. John Brooke (Doubles as Braxton): (Age Range 30 to 40)- Laurie’s tutor and a stiff man who initially shows very little emotion, but is capable of showing great emotion. He falls in love with and marries Meg. Vocal Range: F#4 to bottom: C#3. COVID-19 SAFETY: At in-person auditions, all attendees will be required to undergo a temp-check at the door. Masks MUST be worn at all times. A doctor-approved mouthrinse which reduces oral-viral contagens will be available for those who wish to take it. 6ft social distancing will be closely monitored for safety purposes. -- Respectfully, Stephen Berg

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Hamilton and Frozen 3 Week Summer Intensive
by EMIR Productions LLC 30 Mar '21

30 Mar '21

EMIR Productions LLC (New York City) and Imani Community Programming (Barberton, Ohio) have partnered up to open a children’s theatre like no other. EMIR Productions Children’s Theatre was born to give our Ohio youth an opportunity to learn about themselves, learn about their passions, and have a community of their own. We strive to bring the ambition of NYC and mix it with the family atmosphere of Ohio! We are pleased to announce we are bringing two 3 week Summer Intensives for Ages 6-17. And if you could guess from the title, we are doing excerpts from Hamilton and Frozen some of the most popular shows and movies out there! Programs like these for the experience your child will have with an actress from NYC and with lunch provided can cost you upwards to $1000 per child. Frozen: The Musical Summer Intensive Ages 6-12 Thursday’s and Fridays June 24th-July 9th 10am-2pm $150 Showcase: July 10th at 7pm ****Only 9 slots left Hamilton: An American Musical Summer Intensive Ages 13-17 Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays June 21st-July 7th 10am-3pm $250 Showcase: July 10th at 7pm ****Only 8 slots left The max we can have for each program is 10 students and we have payment plans available for any and everyone. We do not want any child left out because of money! Each summer intensive will have participation gifts (customized T-Shirt and a Binder) and lunch will be provided! Directors: Rantea Emir Thompson (Frozen) Jonathan Merechant (Hamilton) Choreographer: Tank Jackson Musical Director: TBA Book your spot now before we are all full. If the program does become full, your child will be put on a waitlist as we may offer another camp for another 3 weeks. Go to www.emirproductions.net/summer for more information -- Rantea Thompson Founder and CEO of Emir Productions (330) 937-6291

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EXTENDED due to POPULAR DEMAND Beck Broadway Alums in Concert
by Julie Gilliland 29 Mar '21

29 Mar '21

EXTENDED due to POPULAR DEMAND Beck Broadway Alums in Concert A Benefit For Beck Center for the Arts Streaming now through Sunday, April 4! Lakewood, OH-Beck Center for the Arts<http://www.beckcenter.org> proudly announces Beck Broadway Alums In Concert. Available for convenient streaming, this production benefits Beck Center. Beck Center has a sterling reputation of cultivating talented performers who go on to success in hit Broadway shows and associated tours; making their mark in a highly competitive world. That is true with these actors and singers who will entertain and share stories of their experiences with Beck Center, and professional gigs, off, and on Broadway. Scott Spence,<https://www.beckcenter.org/about/leadership> Artistic Director for the past 30 years at Beck Center for the Arts, and producer of this virtual event says "I am both thrilled and touched that these amazing performers are thinking of Beck Center during such a challenging time for the Arts. Each of them has memorably shared their magic on Beck's stages, and I am so gracious to each of them for giving back." Talented performers include Kathleen Rooney Faubel, a Baldwin Wallace University Music Theatre Program alum whose talent was showcased in The Little Mermaid and Evil Dead, The Musical at Beck Center. Rory O'Malley, whose illustrious career includes performing as the King in Hamilton, and a Tony Award (r) nomination for The Book of Mormon, performed as a shy kid in Beck Youth Theater productions as well as One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest, directed by Scott Spence. Rory attended Carnegie Mellon. Max Chernin was seen on the Beck Center boards in Aida and The History Boys. Max is a Cincinnatti Conservatory of Music Alum. Max performed in Bright Star and Sunday in the Park with George in NYC. Colton Ryan made audiences aware of his talent in Carrie and Dogfight at Beck Center while studying at BW and went on to find Broadway success in Dear Evan Hanson and the new Bob Dylan musical The Girl from the North Country. Cassie Okenka is also a BW alum, and performed at Beck Center in Moby Dick the Musical before rocking her way to Broadway in School of Rock and Bonnie and Clyde. Rebecca Pitcher performed in Sweeney Todd and She Loves Me at Beck Center, both before and after playing Christine in a long-running stint in Phantom of the Opera on Broadway and National Tours. Corey Mach performed in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat at Beck Center prior to becoming a BW student and took his talents to Broadway in Godspell as well as Kinky Boots. Corey has also kindly shared his talents with Beck Center students by providing master classes. Keri Rene' Fuller cut her teeth in Beck Center's Bloody, Bloody Andrew Jackson and Dogfight as a BW alum, then brought her best to Broadway in Waitress. And no concert would be complete without a Glinda from Broadway's Wicked. Enter Libby Servais who has also performed in Lysistrata Jones on the Great Bright Way<https://www.barrypopik.com/index.php/new_york_city/entry/great_bright_way_b…>. This limited virtual engagement runs March 5 to March 28, 2021 Sunday, April 4, 2021, 11 pm EST on any device in the comfort of your home, as part of Beck Center for the Arts' 87th Professional Theater Season. For more information please visit beckcenter.org<https://www.beckcenter.org/shows/bbalums>. As a benefit performance for Beck Center, patrons are asked to reserve a complimentary ticket in advance at ShowTix4U.com<https://www.showtix4u.com/#streaming> and then donate online as they are moved to do so throughout this entertaining experience. RSVPs will be available starting Monday, Feb 22. Beck Center is located at 17801 Detroit Avenue<https://maps.google.com/?q=17801+Detroit+Avenue&entry=gmail&source=g> in Lakewood. 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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Berko review: CALL ME ELIZABETH @ Youngstown Playhouse
by Roy Berko 29 Mar '21

29 Mar '21

*••••••••••* *Capsule judgment: “Call Me Elizabeth” is a solo-performance play which gives a snapshot view of the complex Elizabeth Taylor, who rose to lasting fame growing from a child actress to complex adult, to captivate the attention of fan magazines and an adoring public. The script gets a solid on-line production at Youngstown Playhouse.* *To read the entire review go to: **www.royberko.info <http://www.royberko.info/>* *•••••••••••*

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The Movement Project Upcoming Performance : REVIVE
by Liz Conway 29 Mar '21

29 Mar '21

REVIVE: RESTORING LIVE PERFORMANCE 6 FT APART WHO: THE MOVEMENT PROJECT WHAT: AN EVENING OF LIFE PERFORMANCE, PRESENTED SAFELY AND RESPONSIBLY, 6 FT APART WHERE: PILGRIM CHURCH, 2592 W. 14TH STREET, CLEVELAND, OHIO (TREMONT) WHEN: APRIL 16TH & 17TH, 2021 @ 8:00 PM WHY: MAKING SPACE FOR DANCE PERFORMANCE HAS NEVER BEEN MORE IMPORTANT THAN NOW To ensure the safety of all our patrons, performers and staff, TMP has created a responsible evening of works to be enjoyed in a distant setting. The following Covid-19 safety protocols have been put into place: - FACE MASKS REQUIRED - DESIGNATED ARRIVAL TIMES - COVID-19 SYMPTOMS & TEMPERATURE INTAKE FORM - LIMITED SEATING & AUDIENCE SIZE PRICE: $16 (ONLINE PRE-SALE ONLY) FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TICKET SALES http://www.themovementproject.org/apr16-17-revive

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Hamilton and Frozen with EPCT Ohio Summer Intensives
by EMIR Productions LLC 29 Mar '21

29 Mar '21

EMIR Productions LLC (New York City) and Imani Community Programming (Barberton, Ohio) have partnered up to open a children’s theatre like no other. EMIR Productions Children’s Theatre was born to give our Ohio youth an opportunity to learn about themselves, learn about their passions, and have a community of their own. We strive to bring the ambition of NYC and mix it with the family atmosphere of Ohio! We are pleased to announce we are bringing two 3 week Summer Intensives for Ages 6-17. And if you could guess from the title, we are doing Hamilton and Frozen some of the most popular shows and movies out there! Frozen: The Musical Summer Intensive Ages 6-12 Thursday’s and Fridays June 24th-July 9th 10am-2pm $150 Showcase: July 10th at 7pm Hamilton: An American Musical Summer Intensive Ages 13-17 Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays June 21st-July 7th 10am-3pm $250 Showcase: July 10th at 7pm The max we can have for each program is 10 students and we have payment plans available for any and everyone. We do not want any child left out because of money! Each summer intensive will have participation gifts (customized T-Shirt and a Binder) and lunch will be provided! Directors: Rantea Emir Thompson (Frozen) Jonathan Merechant (Hamilton) Choreographer: Tank Jackson Musical Director: TBA Book your spot now before we are all full. If the program does become full, your child will be put on a waitlist as we may offer another camp for another 3 weeks. Go to www.emirproductions.net/summer for more information -- Rantea Thompson Founder and CEO of Emir Productions (330) 937-6291

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