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A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder Oct 29 in Aurora
by Aurora Community Theatre 30 Sep '21

30 Sep '21

*Aurora Community Theatre * FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 30, 2021 *Live Theatre is Back in Aurora Oct. 29 with* *A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO LOVE & MURDER* *A Knock-'em Dead, Uproarious Hit Musical* Contact: Christine Patronik-Holder *330-562-1818* Aurora Community Theatre celebrates the return to live performances with the knock-‘em dead, uproarious hit musical *A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO LOVE & MURDER.* The stylish, satirical mystery opens ACT’s 62nd season at 8 pm Oct. 29 followed by Friday and Saturday performances at the same time through Nov. 20, with Sunday matinees at 2 pm Nov. 7 and 14. The theatre is located at 115 E. Pioneer Trail. When the low-born Monty Navarro discovers that he's eighth in line for an Earldom, he decides to better his odds of inheritance with a great deal of charm… and a dash of murder. Based on Roy Horniman’s novel *Israel Rank: The Autobiography of a Criminal*, Robert L. Freedman authored the play’s book, joining composer Steven Lutvak to write the lyrics. The show won four Tony Awards including Best Musical. “This production's secret weapon isn't the poison in Monty's pocket but Lutvak's jaunty score, which sounds both fresh and period-perfect with its echoes of Gilbert and Sullivan and classic British music hall.” *Entertainment Weekly* *Ann E. Nyenhuis* directs the rollicking tale of Edwardian melodrama with music director *Dustin Oliver*, choreographer *Marc C. Howard*, and producer *Katie Hintze*. *Josh Budd* takes on the role of the suave and cunning anti-hero Monty Navarro with *Mark Hilan *as the madcap D’Ysquith family. *Hannah Marzano *plays Monty’s love interest, Sibella Hallward, with *Libby Merriman *as Miss Shingle, and* Amanda Medley *as Phoebe D'Ysquith. Completing the multitalented ensemble cast are: *Patrick Jalbert, Thomas Love, David Rusnak, Alexandria Petsche, Lisa Georges,* and* Samantha Ksiezyk-DeCrane.* *Jerry Schaber* serves as stage manager with assistant stage manager *Amie Gabel*, who is also liaison to the ACT Board. *Rollin DeVere* is prop master, and *Dave Nyenhuis* will manage the run crew. *Joe Sorzano* is the dialect coach. *Todd Plone* designed the set, *Karen Cirino* the costumes, *Tara Codella* the lighting, and *Maggie Hamilton*, the sound. Ann Nyenhuis led the set construction crew which included members of the ensemble cast, *Jerry Schaber, Paul Mira, Ashley Mira, Amie Gabel,* *Henry Burkhardt, Braden Stiller, Brad Hills,** Dave Nyenhuis*, and* Joe Gillett.* In the Aurora Community Theatre tradition of presenting top-quality entertainment, the production will be accompanied by a live orchestra including*: Dustin Oliver*, conductor, also on keyboard, *Alice Mantey* on oboe and English horn, *Tyler Harding *percussion, *Jonathan "Skip" Edwards *on bass, *David Ciucevich, *clarinet, and *Michelle Swiniarski, *trumpet. “Bloodlust hasn’t sung so sweetly, or provided so much theatrical fun, since *Sweeney Todd* first wielded his razor with gusto many a long year ago.” *New York Times* *Tickets at $18 each for adults, $13 for youth age 18 and under are available online anytime, including seat selection, at www.auroracommunitytheatre.com <http://www.auroracommunitytheatre.com> or by calling 330-562-1818.* *PLEASE NOTE Aurora Community Theatre requires proof of vaccination or of a negative Covid-19 test from within 72 hours of the performance date and time for entry. In addition, masks are required inside the building, lobby and all public spaces.* *A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO LOVE & MURDER* is presented with permission by Musical Theatre International, MTI. Aurora Community Theatre’s 62nd season continues in 2022 with *A Nice Family Gathering* Jan. 28-Feb. 19; *Roald Dahl’s* *Matilda the Musical* Apr. 29-May 21; *Spring Awakening* June 24-July 16. Aurora Community Theatre is located at 115 E. Pioneer Trail, near the intersection of SR 43 and 306, at the gazebo, in the center of Aurora. ACT extends appreciation to The Denise G. & Norman E. Wells, Jr. Family Foundation for their generous underwriting of the Wells Main Stage. *ACT, celebrating 62 successful seasons in 2021-2022, annually presents four shows plus two children’s summer workshops, reaching an annual audience of over 7,000. *

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NEEDED: Temporary Stage Manager (1-Week Commitment)
by Cameron Zona 30 Sep '21

30 Sep '21

The Access Theatre Project is seeking a temporary Stage Manager for the first week of rehearsals for its production of *Beyond Therapy*. PAID POSITION. Rehearsals will begin on October 3rd at 6:00PM and any candidate for this position should be available in the evenings on Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, and Sat afternoon the same week. All rehearsals will be held at 35000 Curtis Blvd Eastlake, OH 44095 All interested parties should email The Access Theatre Project's Artistic Director, Cameron Zona at accesstheatreproject(a)gmail.com

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HIRING! Teaching Artists - In-school residency program (Dancing Classrooms)
by Jo Jo Carcioppolo 30 Sep '21

30 Sep '21

NOW HIRING!! PART-TIME TEACHING ARTISTS – CLASSES TAKE PLACE DURING THE SCHOOL DAY Do you believe that every child can learn and excel, regardless of their shape, size, family situation or background? Do you have the ability to express yourself verbally in such a way that deserves attention? Do you have a passion for creative expression that is easily communicated to, and contagious among, children? Do you have an understanding of children’s classroom dynamics and how to manage behavior? Do you have confidence in your artistic (movement) abilities? If you answered YES to all of the above, WE WANT YOU TO JOIN OUR TEAM! Learn more: http://dancingclassroomsneo.org/applyta Our organization, Dancing Classrooms Northeast Ohio (DCNEO), is looking to hire PART TIME Teaching Artists for the upcoming 2021-2022 school year. DCNEO is a nonprofit organization that implements a 10 week – 20 session social development for 5th and 8th grade students as part of the required academic school day program (not an optional or elective program held after-school). No social (ballroom) dance experience is necessary. *Please note that we do have COVID restrictions in place for the upcoming 2021-2022 school year. Students will be “connected” at a distance (3 feet). We are following all guidelines set by the state and each individual school district we work with. Dancing Classrooms Teaching Artists are: -Actors, dancers, individuals who can move with rhythm -Have excellent interpersonal skills; love kids -Able to work in a team; work in a classroom -Have a generous spirit -A sense of humor, of language, of rhythm -Willingness to travel throughout Northeast Ohio (primarily Cuyahoga and/or Summit counties) -You will be fingerprinted with state of Ohio upon employment. Job Details Employment is PART TIME (4-10 hours/week depending on your availability), during the school year, between the hours of 8:00 am – 4:00pm. There is a training that will take place November 8-12, 2021 in Independence, Ohio. SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION HERE: http://dancingclassroomsneo.org/applyta or send cover letter, resume (with references), and headshot to: info(at)DancingClassroomsNEO(dot)org. All references will be contacted. Feel free to connect with us online (www.Facebook.com/DCNEO<http://www.Facebook.com/DCNEO>) and check out our website (www.DancingClassroomsNEO.org<http://www.DancingClassroomsNEO.org>) where you can see all our program’s details including the schools we serve.

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Last Call For October Online Acting Classes, Few Seats Left!!
by Jessica Houde 30 Sep '21

30 Sep '21

Hi All, We have a few seats left for our October online acting classes. Please let us know if you have questions.. Here's What's Left For Online Monthly Packages: Absolute ($200 for 20 classes) * 2-in-1 Script Analysis/Self Tape Coaching - Online (Tuesdays 7pm ET) * Meisner Technique - Online (Thursdays 5-7pm ET) * Improv - Online (Thursdays 7pm ET) * Working Actors Class - Online (Fridays at 7pm ET) https://www.houdeschoolofacting.com/online-registration/the-absolute-monthl… Complete ($200 for 20 classes) * Meisner Technique - Online (Saturdays at 330pm ET) * 2-in-1 Script Analysis/Self Tape Coaching - Online (Thursdays at 7pm ET) * Improv - Online (Sundays at 3pm ET) * Working Actors Class - Online (Fridays at 7pm ET) https://www.houdeschoolofacting.com/online-registration/monthly-unlimited-p… Here's What's Left For Online Monthly Individual Classes: Online Meisner ($100 for 4 classes) Thursdays: 12-2pm ET Thursdays: 5-7pm ET Saturdays 330-530PM ET https://www.houdeschoolofacting.com/online-registration/meisner-online-mont… Online Script Analysis/Self Tape Coaching 2-in1 Class ($125 for 4 classes) Thursdays 7-11PM EST (Kellen Boyle) https://www.houdeschoolofacting.com/online-registration/script-analysis-onl… Online Improv ($75 for 4 classes) Sundays 3-5PM ET Thursdays 5-7PM ET Thursdays 7-9PM ET https://www.houdeschoolofacting.com/online-registration/online-improv-class… Online Working Actor’s Class ($75 for 4 classes) Fridays 7PM ET (Guest Teachers) https://www.houdeschoolofacting.com/online-registration/the-working-actors-… PLEASE EMAIL US WITH ANY QUESTIONS! WE ARE HAPPY TO HELP. info(a)houdeschoolofacting.com

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Dance Teacher Needed
by Ballet Excel Ohio Road 30 Sep '21

30 Sep '21

My name is Jessica Thomas and I work for Reach Out and Dance(r) which is affiliated with Ballet Excel Ohio. We are a non-profit organization that works with public school students that teaches 2nd grade students dance. We are looking for some teachers and are willing to pay. I was wondering if we could post this position on the website. Please let me know if you have any questions. -- Jessica Thomas ROAD® Administrator Reach Out and Dance® (330) 822-4BXO

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Karamu House Call to Playwrights
by Vonetta Flowers 30 Sep '21

30 Sep '21

Racial Equity, Inclusion, Diversity + Belonging Adaptations Playwright Commission I. INFORMATION Statement of Purpose: Considering America's current social climate following the murder of George Floyd, there is a thirst for deeper learning and racial understanding and an opportunity for relevant, engaging, and creative offerings to identify and unravel systemic racism while working to build cross racial, social trust. Karamu House as an institution has been at the forefront answering the call to address social justice issues through theatrical offerings aimed to celebrate, educate and activate communities across the country. Karamu will partner with acclaimed author and principal consultant of D.L. Plummer and Associates, Dr. Deborah L. Plummer on a product offering to support existing corporate programming initiatives under the umbrella of racial equity, inclusion, diversity and belonging (REIDB). Goals: The goal of the project is to: 1. Curate meaningful and impactful (theatrical) experiences to support racial equity, inclusion, diversity and belonging. 2. Stimulate fresh and enlightened perspectives about race that identify and unravel systemic racism. 3. Activate and empower participants to cultivate relationships that lead to social trust (e.g., voting in the interests of others, taking intentional action on behalf of other racial groups etc.). Essays for Adaptation: Karamu will commission playwrights to adapt select essays from the book Some of My Friends Are...: The Daunting Challenges and Untapped Benefits of Cross-Racial Friendships by Dr. Deborah L. Plummer. Playwrights will submit adaptations of 5-10-minutes. See essays below. * To My White Friends Who Know Me https://medium.com/an-injustice/to-my-white-friends-who-know-mec1348f5e73d4… * Confessions of a Former Black Nun https://medium.com/an-injustice/confessions-of-a-former-black-nuna955b3d349… * A message From Your Safe Black Friends https://medium.com/an-injustice/a-message-from-your-safe-black-friendsadc29… * I Wish I Had a Black Friend. How Can I get One? https://medium.com/an-injustice/i-wish-i-had-a-black-friend-how-can-i-get-o… II. GUIDELINES + CONSIDERATIONS: * Once you have selected the essay(s) from which you want to base your submission please provide a synopsis of your concept. * Each essay should be considered the foundation of your writing. All work must be written with the understanding that the piece will be used in one or more of the following formats: live (in person) performances, live (zoom or virtual) or pre-recorded performances and used as part of a workshop to educate through theatre, meaning the emphasis here is on the words, the director's vision, and the actor(s) ability to tell your story. * Writing must be nuanced and layered in conversation and accessible to all viewers even if playwright has an opposing perspective (i.e. both side of an issue are represented). * Playwrights are to use the details from the essays as inspiration and the through line for the adapted new work. For example, if you work in or have experiences relating to diversity and inclusion in the workplace, that experience may inform how you adapt a monologue or conversation. * Once you have finished your draft, please read it (or have someone read it) out loud and time it to make certain it is between the 5-10-minute time requirement. * Playwrights should understand that this project is an original creation. All intellectual property rights for movement, text, song, interpretation, and all other elements associated with the creation and performance of the piece will be the intellectual property of Karamu House. * Playwrights will provide an initial draft (treatment) and final submission to KARAMU by a predetermined deadline date to be confirmed upon acceptance of the commission. * Karamu reserves the right to request revisions or edits based on the Artistic vision for the piece. * If a Playwright's synopsis is selected for full development and once the final work is approved, the Playwright will be compensated $250.00 (monologues) and 500.00 (scenes/plays.) * The Playwright understands that Karamu House will have exclusive rights as the producer of said submission(s) until December 2023. A royalty fee will be paid per use to the Playwright during this exclusive period. * Playwright shall receive digital and printed billing credit in all programs related to the piece. III. SUBMISSION Synopsis should include the following: * 3-5 key ideas from the essay * Characters needed for the key ideas * Dialogue from the essays that carry key ideas Submissions should be emailed to: submissions(a)karamuhouse.org. Please use the following email subject line: Plummer: (your) First + Last Name. Submissions must be received by 12 PM (EST) on October 29, 2021.

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Rabbit Run Community Arts Assoc. looking for private music instructors
by RRCAA 30 Sep '21

30 Sep '21

DATE: Sept. 30, 2021 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - Rabbit Run Community Arts Assoc. is expanding music education programming MADISON - Rabbit Run Community Arts Association (RRCAA) in Madison is expanding its music education programming and is looking for private music instructors. RRCAA seeks motivated and experienced private music instructors to teach the following disciplines: stringed instruments (violin, viola, cello and/or fiddle), guitar, voice, piano and percussion. Candidates should have experience teaching students with varying levels of experience ranging in age from youth through adult. Potential instructors should possess considerable training and experience with their respective discipline as well as two years of teaching experience. Instructors are expected to provide students with high quality and sound technical training, and maintain clear and consistent communication with parents and with the RRCAA staff. Instructors must pass local, state, and federal background check at their own expense. Send resume of experience and cover letter to rabbitrunoffice(a)windstream.net RRCAA is a comprehensive fine arts association offering year-round instruction in all the major disciplines of the fine and performing arts and also operates Rabbit Run Theater. RRCAA is located at 49 Park St., Madison, OH.

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Youth Theater at Beck Center for the Arts
by Julie Gilliland 30 Sep '21

30 Sep '21

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 30, 2021 Beck Center for the Arts Announces Original Script Created for Youth Theater Production of Little Tech Class of Horrors: When Good Science Goes Bad Lakewood, OH-Beck Center for the Arts<http://www.beckcenter.org/> is pleased to announce the first production of 2021-2022 Youth Theater Season.<https://www.beckcenter.org/youth-theater> The 73rd season starts with a modern, original parody of the cult classic sci-fi comedy Little Shop of Horrors, written and directed by Russell Stich. Little Tech Shop of Horrors: When Good Science Goes Bad<https://www.beckcenter.org/youth-shows/littletech> runs October 21 to October 24, 2021, in the Senney Theater. In this hilarious parody of Little Shop of Horrors, the students of The Mushkin Technical Academy deal with the same problems as any other students. The cafeteria food is awful, the popular kids "Rule the School," and now their favorite teacher has been let go! Things start to look up when they discover an unfinished android in one of the storage units and decide to enter it in an upcoming competition. Unfortunately, it seems they may never get a chance when cosmic events cause the android to act on its own and begin its conquest of the human race! Can our heroes save the day, or will this be their final exam? Russel Stich says of this process, "The cast is having a great time with the script, which is a combination of comedy, sci-fi and just a touch of horror thrown in fun. Our cast has embraced the characters and are doing a fantastic job of giving them life. After just a few short rehearsals, these characters are already beginning to feel like fully developed people. As the author, it's exciting to see these talented young actors bring a bit of their own personalities to the characters you've created." This production takes place live and in-person with a student matinee on Thursday, October 21 at 10:00 am EST, and performances open to the public with a 7:30 pm curtain on both Friday, October 22 and Saturday, October 23, and a 3:00 pm matinee on Sunday, October 24, 2021. Also running at those at those curtain times is a live-streaming virtual option, for out of town friends and family of the cast and crew, and for younger siblings unable to yet be vaccinated against COVID-19. For additional information on this option please visit beckcenter.org.<http://www.showtix4u.com/event-details/56990> Tickets are now on sale. Please call 216-521-2540 x10 for group rates and to schedule a spot in the student matinee. Prices include $12 Adult/Senior and $10 Children/Student (18 & under). Reserve tickets for either the in-person or virtual performance at beckcenter.org,<https://www.beckcenter.org/youth-shows/littletech> call 216.521.2540 x10 or simply stop by Beck Center Customer Service at 17801 Detroit Ave, Lakewood, OH, 44107. Beck Center for the Arts' Youth Theater alumni include Michael Chernus (Orange Is the New Black; Manhattan); Dee Hoty (three-time Tony Nominee); Isabela Merced (Dora and the Lost City of Gold; Transformers: The Last Night); Rory O'Malley (Hamilton; Tony Nominee, Book of Mormon); Daniel Reichard (Drama Desk Nominee, Jersey Boys); and Alice Ripley (Tony Winner, Next to Normal). 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, and creative arts therapies for individuals with disabilities, free gallery exhibits year-round, and outreach education programming. ###

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Love and Ecstasy by Gail Nyoka [Free Radio Play]
by Playwrights Local 30 Sep '21

30 Sep '21

Playwrights Local and Radio on the Lake Theatre Present a New Radio Play *LOVE AND ECSTASY* *Written by Gail NyokaDirected by Terrence Spivey* *Featuring Jeannine Gaskin, Christina Johnson, Jill Kenderes, and Sharron McPherson-Foxx* Available for free streaming and download at PL Radio <http://www.playwrightslocal.org/plradio/>, AmazonMusic <https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/9ff05a58-21a7-435e-a501-4fe05c820df3/PL-R…>, Apple Podcasts <https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pl-radio/id1551854977>, Google Podcasts <https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL3BsYXl3cm…>, PodBean <https://playwrightslocal.podbean.com/>, Spotify <https://open.spotify.com/show/7s668zHXZGsFWabw1F0Ovc>, & Stitcher <https://www.stitcher.com/show/pl-radio>. Production information at www.playwrightslocal.org/love-and-ecstasy/. PL Radio series information at www.playwrightslocal.org/plradio/. *Synopsis* >From Ireland to Barbados, to Trinidad and to England, trauma passes through five generations of women. Each one denies her truth at her own cost and suffers in her own way. Each searches for love. The narrator has reached a crisis. Like her great-great grandmother, she is a seer. It is at this point of crisis that the narrator discovers her hidden abilities. Is she descending into madness? Do her ancestors have anything to teach her? And is she able to listen? *From the Producers* Check out *Love and Ecstasy* along with other recent releases including *Family Markers* by Faye Sholiton and Limbo by Agnes Herrmann at PL Radio <http://www.playwrightslocal.org/plradio/>, and look for additional new plays by Christopher Johnston and others in the coming weeks! *Credits* Run Time: 36:00 Produced by Playwrights Local <http://www.playwrightslocal.org/> with Radio on the Lake Theatre <https://radioonthelaketheatre.org/>. More information available at www.playwrightslocal.org/plradio/. # # #

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Male and female extras ages 30-50 for business informational video
by Pat Robertell-Hudson 30 Sep '21

30 Sep '21

6 vaccinated Male or female extras for business video needed Thursday, October 7, 1-4 PM in downtown Cleveland area. No audio, must have own business attire. Pays $250 per person. Submit head shot and resume by noon Friday, October 1st to Autumn(a)toddbiss.com <AutumnBland(a)toddbiss.com> . Proof of vaccination required.

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