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HELP WITH HAITIAN DIALOG
by Adetokunbo Borishade 19 May '21

19 May '21

*Haitian wanted to improve 1-2 pages of dialogue written in English, but with moderate Haitian dialect, for authenticity.* Need to know how certain words are written to match how they sound when spoken in conversation with another Haitian and an African American. Also need some common phrases, expressions, or ways of speaking to be inserted in appropriate places. Will provide the passages of dialog. Please contact me: borishade(a)gmail.com. -- Adetokunbo Borishade, Ph.D. Founder and CEO-Sankofa Cultural Institute Playwright, Producer, Educator, Author, Cultural Consultant, Inspirational Speaker

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Cleveland 48 Hour Film Project/Cleveland ScreamFest Networking Event May 24th
by Brian Bowers 18 May '21

18 May '21

Learn more about this year's 48 Hour Film Project and the inaugural Cleveland ScreamFest at this film industry networking event! Open to anyone that is part of or would like to be part of Cleveland's independent film industry. Come hang out with filmmakers, actors, writers, musicians, crew, and other creatives. Boss Dog has an excellent selection of craft beers, cocktails, and a full menu. Mix and mingle with people in the film industry, and get connected for your next film project! *Cleveland 48 Hour Film Project <http://48hourfilm.com/cleveland> / Cleveland ScreamFest <http://clevelandscreamfest.com> Networking Event* *Monday, May 24th 6:00pm - 8:30pm* *Boss Dog Brewing* *2179 Lee Rd., Cleveland Heights 44118* *RSVP on Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/events/486245142624415>* -Brian Bowers Festival Director - Cleveland ScreamFest Gorilla Film School <http://gorillafilmschool.com/> • 48 Hour Film Project <http://48hourfilm.com/> • Cleveland Film Collective <http://clevelandfilmcollective.com/> • Cleveland ScreamFest <http://clevelandscreamfest.com/> Check out the latest Cleveland independent film festivals, screenings, casting calls, workshops, and other events at http://clevelandfilmcollective.com

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There's Still Time to See "Wake Up to Life: Out of the Ashes" on YouTube, Until Sun. 5/2
by sue johnson 18 May '21

18 May '21

*Hello, Arts Supporters . . .* (Please share with your social media.) *Get Your Tickets: There's still time to see "Wake Up to Life: Out of the Ashes" on YouTube Until Sun. 5/23* Thank you for your love and support on the "Wake Up To Life: Out of the Ashes" Project! *As this is an online showcase, we are extending viewing availability for the whole week!* You can still buy tickets here at eventbrite <https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wake-up-to-life-out-of-the-ashes-tickets-15040…> or through my website at wake up and lives <http://wakeupandlives.com/> and view at your leisure between *today and Sunday, May 23! * *Sue Johnson* *Director, Wake Up And Live's Actors Studio* *Producer, "Wake Up And Live With the Arts"* *wakeupandlives(a)gmail.com* <wakeupandlives(a)gmail.com> *wakeupandlives.com* <http://wakeupandlives.com>

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Free Facebook Jazz Livestream this Sat 22nd 5-6pm featuring Carol Leslie
by Carol Leslie Vocalist 18 May '21

18 May '21

Join me this Saturday for "cocktail hour" to kick off your Saturday night. I'm hosting my first livestream on Facebook, performing with the wonderful pianist, Ed Ridley, and up-and-coming bassist, Taylor Arbogast. We'll be doing jazz, R & B, contemporary - a little something for everyone! This music is free, but of course, love offerings are always welcome, especially for musicians who have largely been unemployed since the onset of the Pandemic. Tipjar info will be broadcast via the link. Any difficulties with the link, try my FB page: Carol Leslie Jazz, or my personal page: Carol Leslie Hosticka. You will hear music playing first before the video activates - hang tight! Sit back, sip a few, enjoy! https://www.facebook.com/events/292480745856037 -- *Carol Leslie* *TORCH SONGS BY TWILIGHT* *Jazz - R & B - Broadway - Blues* *216.763.1806* *www.carol-leslie-jazz.com <http://www.carol-leslie-jazz.com>* *inquiries(a)carol-leslie-jazz.com <inquiries(a)carol-leslie-jazz.com>* *Carol Leslie sings Oh What A Beautiful Morning <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LVC-ev2YkYY>*

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Student Film Casting Call
by Hipster Panda 18 May '21

18 May '21

*Casting call* Student short film directed by Toni Dersch Stephanie Ross comes home to suburbia from the city to care for her sick father. Hoping to get along with the other women of the area she agrees to go to a book club. But the women and the book club aren’t what you’d expect. *Dates and times* -May 23rd: 12:00 noon – 4:00pm -May 24th: 1:00 pm – 4:00pm -May 25th: 1:00pm – 4:00pm *Location: *Lakewood Young Filmmakers Academy 15022 Madison Ave. Lakewood, OH 44107 Compensation: Meals, IMDB credit, and a copy for a personal real will be provided. headshots (no selfies) and resume needed. If interested please contact booksandqueens7756(a)gmail.com *Major Characters* -Martha B Brooks (married to Rodger Brooks)- two kids (Kasey and Jackson), age mid 40s. Prim and proper, keeps everyone in line. -Stephanie Ross (father is Daniel Ross)- single, age late 20s early 30s. Energetic city girl, enjoys the high life. -Brandy Collins- age late 30s, no kids, married. Has a slight southern accent, could be slightly redneck, doesn’t wear makeup. -Heather Long- married, 4 children, age in 40s. the prim and preppy popular girl from high school. -Linda Peterson- married, 1 child, age in 40s. Proper, follower, always takes heathers side. -Jodie Carter- age early 30s, married, pregnant currently with 1 child already. Prim and proper, follower, always picks brandy’s side. *Minor Characters* -Daniel Ross- age late 50s, divorced, loving father *Extras * - 3 husbands needed -Kasey- child of Martha and Rodger- late teens -Jackson- child of Martha and Rodger- early teens -Rodger Brooks- age mid 40s, average husband and father

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Porthouse Theatre Seeks Submissions for Role of Street Singer in BKLYN, the Musical
by Eric van Baars 18 May '21

18 May '21

Subject: Porthouse Theatre Seeks Submissions for Role of Street Singer in BKLYN, the Musical Seeking Non-Union actor/ singer for role of Street Singer in BKLYN, the Musical at Porthouse Theatre. Seeking Non- Union Actors for the Role of STREET SINGER/ Cleavant is the narrator of the story. Charismatic and Soulful. Seeking Black or BIPOC actor/ singer- High Baritone. Male identifying, age range: 50-60s Brooklyn, the Musical is a story within a story. A troupe of street performers share a story from their lives, using it to help you see the humanity in all of us. They tell the story of a young girl who comes to the U.S. to find the father she never knew. Together these stories create a show that is both touching and inspiring. All other roles are cast. Rehearsals begin June 22- opens July 8 closes July 24 Rehearsals take place Tuesday- Sunday 10am—5:00pm Director Eric van Baars Music Director- Ed Ridley Porthouse Theatre has operated for over 50 years as the premier summer theatre of Kent State University. Located in Cuyahoga Falls, on the grounds of Blossom Music Festival, Performances are Tuesday- Saturdays at 8pm and Sundays at 2pm. Due to compliance with guidelines, all Porthouse company members must be fully vaccinated. To submit audition materials, please visit https://www.kent.edu/porthouse/auditions to register and submit your video audition. Thank you, Eric All Good Wishes, Eric van Baars www.ericvanbaars.com All Good Wishes, Eric van Baars www.ericvanbaars.com

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CPT is hiring: STEP Technical Director/Lead Teacher
by Caitlin Lewins 18 May '21

18 May '21

Cleveland Public Theatre (CPT) is hiring a Technical Director and Lead Teacher for our nationally recognized Student Theatre Enrichment Program (STEP). This is a seasonal full-time position. Position begins July 5, 2021 and no later than August 15, 2021. Salary range is $650-720/week based on experience and range of skills. This role reports to the Education Director. The STEP TD leads and supervises a group of teenagers in implementing the set and sound needs for an outdoor touring show, including a basic sound system and a 16' x 20' stage. The STEP TD gives 6 hours of daily instruction in technical theatre skills and supervises teens while building scenic elements. The position requires extended hours, in the past as many as 50-60 hours a week. CPT summer programming will include up-to-date safety precautions for artists, staff, and patrons. For more information visit: https://www.cptonline.org/uncategorized/cleveland-public-theatre-is-hiring-… 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: Production Associate
by Caitlin Lewins 18 May '21

18 May '21

Cleveland Public Theatre (CPT) is hiring a Production Associate, a seasonal full-time position. Position begins between June 15 and June 30 and ends on September 25, 2021. Salary range is $600-700/week based on experience and range of skills. This role reports to the Associate Artistic Director/Director of Production. The PA oversees CPT's limited summer season, which includes performances on an outdoor stage onsite at CPT, four shows touring to the Cleveland Cultural Gardens, and Arts in August in Lincoln Park. The PA coordinates with all artists for the summer season and may undertake some stage management and basic sound set up duties. The PA will be a key team member in producing Pandemonium, CPT's renowned party-of the-year. This work will range from artist communication, basic production work, décor and crafting, and a range of other tasks. Candidates must have stage management and production experience. The successful candidate will be collaborative, eager to learn new ways of working, service oriented, and highly self-motivated. This position requires evening and weekend availability and an average of 50 hours per week. A valid driver's license is required, and regular access to a vehicle is strongly preferred. CPT programming includes up-to-date safety precautions for artists, staff, and patrons. For more information visit: https://www.cptonline.org/uncategorized/cleveland-public-theatre-is-hiring-… 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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NOW-MAY 27 | CPT presents pop-up performances from CPT's virtual seasons
by Caitlin Lewins 18 May '21

18 May '21

Cleveland Public Theatre presents POP-UP PERFORMANCES FROM CPT'S VIRTUAL SEASONS<https://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2020-2021/pop-up-performance…> Tune in to rediscover the art and artists who blazed new trails this past year. May 6 - 27, 2021 Thursdays at 6:00pm (ET) | Fridays at 7:00pm (ET) Pop-up Virtual Performances<https://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2020-2021/pop-up-performance…> are FREE and will be livestreamed to CPT's Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/ClevelandPublicTheatre> and YouTube<https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0XDH-POGnb4auRp_hXapuw> pages. Frankenstein's Wake - May 6 ...Or Does it Explode? - May 7 Dream Rust Workshop (a hypothesis project) - May 13 Savory Tanha (Sixteen Short Plays Performed by A Rotating Ensemble) - May 14 Dragon Hypothesis - May 27 For more information about the performances, click here<https://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2020-2021/pop-up-performance…>! Have questions? Email boxoffice(a)cptonline.org<mailto:boxoffice@cptonline.org>. 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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MAY 21-23 | An Extraordinary Love (three short plays in progress) via Zoom | Cleveland Public Theatre
by Caitlin Lewins 18 May '21

18 May '21

Cleveland Public Theatre presents An Extraordinary Love (three short plays in progress)<https://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2020-2021/an-extraordinary-l…> A Zoom Reading Directed by Nicole Sumlin Plays by Ananias J. Dixon (2020/2021 CPT Premiere Fellow), Lisa Langford, & Christian St. Croix Performed by Katrice Headd, Christina Johnson, LaShawn M. Little, Darryl Tatum, Sherrie Tolliver, & Anthony Woods May 21-23, 2021 For generations, Black love and relationships have pressed through amazing obstacles to soothe, nourish, and bloom. Many entities outside of Black culture have tried to name what this love is and what it's not. In the context of three 10-minute plays presented as readings on Zoom, Black artists authentically explore this extraordinary love, with extended post-show discussions to unpack its beauty. CREATIVE TEAM of AN EXTRAORDINARY LOVE (three short plays in progress) The Creative Production Team includes Raymond Bobgan - Producer; Beth Wood - Line Producer; Vince Tyree - Stage Manager; Shannon Sharkey - Stage Directions. TICKET and SHOW INFORMATION An Extraordinary Love (three short plays in progress)<https://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2020-2021/an-extraordinary-l…> will perform live on Zoom May 21 through May 23, 2021. May 21, 7:00pm (ET) | May 22, 8:00pm (ET) | May 23, 6:00pm (ET) The run time is 60 minutes, and the virtual "house" is limited to 50 "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 2 hours before each performance. 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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