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CASTING: CWRU/CPH MFA Production of Twelfth Night
by Derek Green 27 Jul '21

27 Jul '21

CASE WESTERN RESERVE UNIVERSITY/CLEVELAND PLAY HOUSE MFA ACTING PROGRAM CASTING LOCAL ACTORS FOR *TWELFTH NIGHT* *Cleveland Play House (CPH)* is casting local actors in their 20’s for the CWRU/CPH MFA Acting Program’s 2021 production of *Twelfth Night*, directed by Sam White. Both positions are non-union contracts, each with a stipend of $250.00. Auditions are by video submission only. Rehearsals begin *Tuesday, September 14*, and will be held in-person during the day and on weekends, though we will do our best to schedule required rehearsals for these roles around actor work schedules. Rehearsals will take place in CPH’s rehearsal spaces, located on the fifth floors of the Middough building, at 1901 East 13th Street in downtown Cleveland. Performances are 5 shows a week from *Wednesday, October 13 - Saturday, October 23*. Performances will take place in-person at the Helen Theatre, located in the Playhouse Square complex. CPH is developing a health and safety plan that will be shared with all cast prior to the first rehearsal. *Characters*: *SEBASTIAN/VALENTINE* – (20’s, Latino, male, ideally between 5'2" and 5'7") Sebastian (Viola's twin brother) and Valentine (one of Orsino's attendants). Please submit two monologues. One should be Sebastian's monologue from Act IV, scene 3 ("This is the air, that is the glorious sun..."). *CURIO/OFFICER* – (20’s, any gender, any race/ethnicity). Orsino's servant. Please submit one Shakespearean verse monologue of your choice, no longer than 3 minutes. To audition, please submit your resume, headshot, and video audition (unlisted Youtube or Vimeo links) to https://tinyurl.com/MFA12 . Please format your file names as “LAST NAME_FIRST NAME – Resume” and “LAST NAME_FIRST NAME – Headshot.” *Audition materials should be submitted no later than Monday, August 9*.

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Tickets remain for live radio plays The Time Machine and The Hitchhiker
by Caroline Breder-Watts 27 Jul '21

27 Jul '21

Radio on the Lake Theatre continues Sci-Fi Summer, live radio plays performed outdoors at the company's studio at 18516 Scottsdale Blvd. in Shaker Heights. On July 31 at 7:30 pm, ROTLT will present two plays - the H.G. Wells classic The Time Machine, followed by The Hitchhiker, an original radio play that was adapted into one of the best-known episodes of The Twilight Zone. Enjoy watching our team create sound effects using authentic devices designed from the originals used in the golden age of radio - there will even be a Theremin for spooky Sci-Fi sounds! Tickets can be purchased through Eventbrite at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-time-machine-and-the-hitchhiker-an-evening….

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Acting By Mistake is BACK
by Julie Gilliland 27 Jul '21

27 Jul '21

Acting By Mistake A live, in-person acting class by NYC director, author, and instructor William Roudebush Back by popular demand--with only 9 spots available--RSVP today at https://fb.me/e/dJ2xsX8Wf! Special guest artist, Broadway/Film Star Austin Pendelton Leading this class, while in town directing Broadway Bound at Beck Center for the Arts, William Roudebush's beloved book and technique comes to you at 50% off the NYC session cost. This two-hour weekly class will run Monday evenings from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM at Beck Center starting Monday August 2nd and concluding Monday August 30, 2021, inside Beck Center's Studio Theater. Tuition is $250 for the session. See you there!

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Casting Call Feature Film
by Jonathan Chiarle 27 Jul '21

27 Jul '21

CASTING CALL! A FEATURE LENGTH FILM BY JONATHAN CHIARLE (A young man attempts to write his memoir, instead he spends the day drifting in and out of the past, the present and his mind.) PROJECT: JONNY IN THE WOODS (ARTHOUSE DRAMA) (MATURE THEMATIC ELEMENTS) LOCATION: Summit Co. and Northeast Ohio DATES: Will be filmed from late July thru October NON-UNION, LOW BUDGET, PAID. CHARACTERS: JONNY AGE 20: Male Caucasian (18-22) 5’7” to 5’9” a younger version of the Adult character, dark hair, brown eyes, slim (Adult character pictured he) Role requires smoking, staged fighting, scenes of sexual assault and simulated sex.(would like to cast LGBTQ person for role)(days needed 4-5) JONNY AGE 8: Male Caucasian (8-10) dark hair, brown eyes, slim (see image) Role requires crying, wearing a dress, and implied violence. (days needed 3-4) *(Understanding finding exact look a likes for these roles will be challenging, anyone one mostly fitting description is encouraged to audition as long as they are willing to change their appearance for the remainder of the shoot.)* DAD: Male Caucasian (50-60) Dark to slightly grey hair, average to muscular build, 5’10”. (days needed 4-5) MOM: Female Caucasian (50s) Brown hair, slim to average build. (days needed 4-5) JUSTIN: Male Caucasian (early 30s) Dark hair, slim build, under 5’7”. (days needed 4-5) DENNY: Male Open Ethnicity (late 60s-70s) Long grey hair desired, but any grey hair can do. Average build. Gandalf Wizard like, mentor type figure. (days needed 4-5) CONNOR: Male Open ethnicity (early 20s) Slim to average build, short under 5’6”. (would like to cast LGBTQ person for role) (days needed 4) NED: Male African American (late 50s-60) Average build. Must be comfortable with heavy smoking and makeup prosthetics. Role requires lots of walking. (days needed 2) TYLER: Male Open ethnicity (mid 20s) slim to average build. (Face will be mostly obscured) Must be comfortable kissing another Male and simulated sex. Role requires staged fighting. (days needed 3) HEATHER: Female Open ethnicity (Mid 20s) Slim to average build. (days needed 2) MEGAN: Female Caucasian (mid 30s) Any natural hair color. (would like to cast LGBTQ person for role)(days needed 2) DARLA: Female Open ethnicity (40-50s) Short hair. (would like to cast LGBTQ person for role)(days needed 2) TIM: Male Caucasian (late 50s-60) Slim to average build, short. Role requires staged fighting. (days needed 1) SAM: Open gender and ethnicity (30-40s)(days needed 1) A MAN: Male Open ethnicity (40-50s) Role requires simulated sexual assault and partial nudity. (days needed 1) NONSPEAKING FEATURED EXTRA ROLES: NEIGHBOR: Male Open ethnicity (50S) (days needed 1) INMATE ONE: Male open ethnicity (30-50s) Role requires nudity and simulated sexual activity. (days needed 1) INMATE TWO: Male Open ethnicity (20-40s) Role requires nudity and attempted simulated sexual assault. (days needed 1) HOW TO SUBMIT: Email current headshot/photos with resume along with a recorded short dramatic monologue to jonnyinthewoodsfilm(a)gmail.com (Subject Line: Jonny In the Woods Audition) Please indicate which role you're submitting for Based on headshot, demo reel, and monologue, call back auditions will be scheduled.

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AUDITIONS: THE CRUCIBLE
by Nina Fisher 27 Jul '21

27 Jul '21

Audition's for MAD* Factory Theatre Co's production of Arthur Miller's "The Crucible". WHO: Anyone ages 16 and up WHERE: MAD* on Broadway, 2655 Broadway Ave, Lorain WHEN: Monday August 2, 7:00-9:30pm INFO: Please plan on staying the entire time. Callbacks will be August 5 from 7:00-9:30 if needed. Rehearsals will begin August 22. Performances are October 8-10. AUDITION MATERIALS HERE: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1mbX0wwgHl70Pr9pvmURy7JTks5Y_2Y5K?us… Questions: Call or text Mad Factory at 440-219-1669 or email themadfactorytheatreco(a)gmail.com

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JUL 1-AUG 7 | CPT's 2021 Free Summer Season
by Caitlin Lewins 27 Jul '21

27 Jul '21

Cleveland Public Theatre’s 2021 Free Summer Season<https://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2020-2021/free-summer-season…> Outdoors. Live. In-Person. July 1 – Aug 7 all performances are at 7:00pm no tickets, free performances choose a chair provided by CPT stage located between CPT’s Parish Hall & Church buildings This Weekend: TEATRO PÚBLICO DE CLEVELAND (TPC) WITH PAPO RUIZ Y LA DULZURA DE LA SALSA Friday, July 16 | 7:00pm Cast: Bianca Flores, Eliberta Flores, Sonia Fonseca, Elena Foulis, Ricardo Ortega, Jonathan Rodriguez, Felicita Sanchez, Selena A. Vicario Director: Raymond Bobgan | Stage Manager: Georgina Galindo-Godinez Teatro Público de Cleveland is a collective of Latino theatre artists and produces performances that preserve and promote the cultures of Cleveland Latinos for Spanish-speaking audiences and the broader public. TPC will present spoken word performances of poems, in collaboration with Raymond Bobgan and Faye Hargate, that seek to connect with Latino and non-Latino audiences in a powerful experience of cross-cultural work. CPT’S 2021/2022 SEASON ANNOUNCEMENT Written & Performed by Eric Schmiedl Saturday, July 17 Join us in celebrating CPT’s 2021/2022 Season Announcement and enjoy complimentary beverages, as well as delicious food from Frank’s Falafel House and Rincon Criollo. Be the first to get a sneak peek at the year to come! For full details of CPT 2021 Free Summer Season, visit www.cptonline.org<http://www.cptonline.org>. 216-631-2727 ext. 501 6415 Detroit Ave. Cleveland, OH 44102 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 a Grants Writer / Development Associate
by Caitlin Lewins 27 Jul '21

27 Jul '21

Cleveland Public Theatre (CPT) is hiring a Grants Writer / Development Associate who is a core part of the CPT staff and will make a meaningful contribution to life at CPT and our community impact. Review of candidates will begin immediately. To apply for the position, send an email to Caitie H. Milcinovic, Director of Organizational Advancement at caitiehm(a)cptonline.org<mailto:caitiehm@cptonline.org> by end of day Friday, July 30. Subject line should read: YOUR LAST NAME, Grants Writer / Development Associate. Your email should include two attachments: a resume, and a two-page cover letter giving examples of your related experiences and explaining why you are interested in this position. No phone calls, please. JOB DESCRIPTION The Grants Writer / Development Associate prepares proposals and reports for foundation, government, and corporate donors. This position is responsible for supporting CPT in achieving its fundraising goals with a focus on grant writing. Duties also include the production of correspondence and support documents in relation to grants, as well as funder research, database maintenance, proofreading and editing, and some administrative responsibilities. Salary range is $36k to $42k based on work experience. Benefits include health insurance and paid time off. Anticipated start date is Monday, September 27. For full job description and to apply, visit: https://www.cptonline.org/uncategorized/cpt-is-hiring-a-grants-writer-devel… 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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Freelance Writers Wanted
by Don Gregory 27 Jul '21

27 Jul '21

NEOhioLife.com is a social media content platform that will be launching in the next month. It will feature people, places, and interesting things about Northeast Ohio. Our team at NEOhioLife is looking for freelance writers with niche interests who have stories they want to share. If you love to explore the local area, have new experiences, or you have an interesting hobby, then we’d like you to share your experience and knowledge! We are looking for stories within these activities that will inspire people to go out and try new things. Anything that is fun, has a unique as well as interesting story, and will get people excited to go out and have new experiences and find a community! - What we are looking for - People local to the area, who have stories to share, whether a single one or multiple - Attention to detail and Quality Writing - No previous experience in this realm, but you need to be able to demonstrate the ability to write clear and concise articles. - An interesting, inspiring, and unique story - Examples - Local geocaching community around Northeastern Ohio - A local charity event - An intramural sports league - A new restaurant or business opening - Events open to the public - Compensation - $50 for an article of 700 words - $80 for an article of 1100 words - Application Process - Please submit a story idea to grant(a)216studios.com as well as a writing example. If we are interested in the story, we’ll approve it and send you payment upon submission of the article - All content must be original - Please title email heading “NEOhioLife Freelance Writer Application - “Name” - Credit will be given to the original author - so build your portfolio with us.

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THROUGH JULY 31st: Tune in, turn it up! BorderLight Virtual Fringe Festival is here.
by Cathleen O'Malley 26 Jul '21

26 Jul '21

BORDERLIGHT VIRTUAL FRINGE FESTIVAL: Streaming NOW through July 31st Purchase by July 31st and its yours to watch through August 15th Choose from over 30 distinct, genre-defying, interactive experimental works, streaming on-demand shows created by local, national and international artists, as well as a selection of self-guided, immersive audio experiences. Run times: Show range from short works (5-25 min) to full length productions. Tickets: From $0 to $5 to $12, with numerous Pay-What-You-Can options We are proud to share that the 2021 BorderLight Festival will showcase the work of more than 100 artists from 5 countries, including Canada, Germany, India, Ireland, Italy, as well 12 states across the US, including our homebase in Cleveland, Ohio. TUNE IN JULY 22-31, 2021 View the full lineup, buy tickets and more at www.borderlightcle.org FEATURING WORK BY: Amanda Levesque and Tom Kilby (Needs); Arif Silverman (BlackBlade); Brian Feldman Projects (#txtshow (on the internet)); Brittney S. Harris (Being B.A.D.); Cassandra Harner (Black Mass); ChickLit (Trainwreck); Chris Szajbert (The Frances Films); Claribel Gross, Emily Ritger, Mekala Sridhar (Woman Like a River Falling from the Sky); Cookie Tongue (Cookie Tongue's Kaleidoscopic Bone House); Dan Wasdahl (Wait! There's More!); Dancing Wheels (Quest for Equality); Denis M. Griesmer (The Poetry Psychic Project); Die-Cast (Temporary Occupancy); Dragonfly Theatre/Jean Gottlieb (Hard Candy); Ebong Theatrix (The Living Doll); FMG (Safe); Hannah Pepper (Di Yiddishe Vayb); Happy Theater (Five Spoons); Judah B. Lebang (It's Now or Never); Rachel Drotar, Julia Fisher & Vickey McBride (SongCraft); Juliana Silva (Be Local); Les Choreutes (Lupus); MAyDance (Inhabitants); Mike Geither (Heirloom); Pandora Robertson (But to work!); Radio on the Lake Theatre (Under the Sycamores); Readings in the Shed (Letters of Love); Rimini Protokoll (The Walks); Simon Tam (SLANTED: How an Asian American Troublemaker Took on the Supreme Court); Spectacle & Mirth/Carmel Clavin (Journey to the Kingdom of Hypnos); Teatro Travieso/Aviva Neff (Blood Earth Water); Transforum Theatre / KSU Theatre (The TERRA Project 2.0.2.0); What Would the Neighbors Say? (Beauty Freak) Questions or need help planning your virtual visit? Email Cathleen at fringe(a)borderlightcle.org. Cathleen O'Malley she, her, hers Associate Producer / Communications Director BorderLight International Theatre + Fringe Festival 216.356.6485 ext. 3 | cathleen(a)borderlightcle.org<mailto:cathleen@borderlightcle.org> www.borderlightcle.org<http://www.borderlightcle.org/>

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Don't miss your chance to work with Dana Quercioli (Second City Chicago) - workshops start this week!
by Imposters Comedy 26 Jul '21

26 Jul '21

*This Week@Imposters Theater*We're very excited to have Dana Quercioli teach a few workshops while she's in town - don't miss your chance! *Have a friend who likes comedy? Forward them this email!* Hello, new friend - sign up for our email newsletter here <https://imposterstheater.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=2b317370dae2166…> *Improv Workshop: Emotion Builds Character with Dana Quercioli (Second City Chicago)* <https://imposterstheater.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=2b317370dae2166…> Wednesdays 07/28, 08/04 7:30pm-9:30pm This workshop will focus on how to create real characters and connections in your improvisation. Getting to the game of the scene, committing to a premise, and better listening all come from emotional exploration and a willingness to play, and we'll learn together that humor's where the heart is. *Imposters Improv Play Lab - An Improv Jam* <https://imposterstheater.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=2b317370dae2166…> Saturday 07/31 2-4pm The Imposters Improv Play Lab is an inclusive space for anyone looking to expand their creativity. Improv comedy is the foundation we use to explore how much we can make using nothing but our bodies and imagination. Whether you are new to improv or have been in a troupe since the dawn of Chicago, the Play Lab is a space for us to meddle with our funny. Hosted by Scott Shepard, Alex Heckman, Dionne Atchison *Coming Up@Imposters Theater* *Intro to Improv Workshop with Dana Quercioli (Second City Chicago)* <https://imposterstheater.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=2b317370dae2166…> Thursday 08/05 7:30-9:30pm Want to dip your toe into the pool of improv before committing to a swim? Sign up for this fun, welcoming intro workshop with Dana! *The August Improv Workout with Deena Nyer Mendlowitz (This Improvised Life, Mass Hysteria Fest)* <https://imposterstheater.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=2b317370dae2166…> Saturdays 12-2pm Beginning 08/07/2021 - $30/session or $100 for all 4 weeks Designed for those who have completed a Level 1 improv class or have equivalent experience. This 4-week workshop will provide a space to get back into the swing of things and work with others in the community who may be interested in forming a team. Each week you will do a warm-up, a new skill exercise, followed by longform sets with feedback from the instructor. *Have questions about any of the classes, workshops, or events? Reply to this email and we're happy to help!* https://www.imposterstheater.com/

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