January 2022 - NEohioPAL - lists.neohiopal.org

CORRECTION - contact info: Openings: 2-6 dancers for paid and unpaid gigs
by michelle 21 Jan '22

21 Jan '22

Who: Island Style Entertainment - We are a professional entertainment company dedicated to the preservation and perpetuation of the cultures and heritage of Native Pacific Islanders through music, dance, language, and education. What: We are looking to grow our base of company dancers - male & female - for mostly paid gigs (birthdays, celebrations, luaus, etc), as well as a couple of unpaid events (Lei Day - April 2022, Asian Festival - MAY 2022). Polynesian dance experience not required. When: Practices will begin mid-late February for the 2022 'season' (typically May through September) Where: TBD Contact: Michelle Newton *mnewton(a)islandstyle.org <mnewton(a)islandstyle.org>* https://www.islandstyle.org -- Michelle Newton 817.683.0100

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Auditions for Porthouse Theatre's 2022 Season are January 29 & 30
by Koneval, Joni 20 Jan '22

20 Jan '22

Porthouse Theatre, Kent State University's summer professional theatre located in Cuyahoga Falls, will hold auditions for its 2022 Season on January 29 and 30, 2022 at Kent State University's School of Theatre and Dance (1325 Theatre Drive, Kent, OH 44242). Porthouse's 2022 Season features "Little Shop of Horrors," directed by Porthouse producing artistic director Terri Kent; "Godspell," directed by Dylan Ratell; and "West Side Story," directed by Terri Kent. For full season information, character breakdowns, audition requirements, and more, please visit www.porthousetheatre.com<http://www.porthousetheatre.com> Questions? Email porthouse(a)kent.edu Joni L. Koneval She/Her/Hers Director of Communications and Marketing College of the Arts<http://www.kent.edu/artscollege> B141 Center for the Performing Arts 1325 Theatre Drive, Kent, OH 44242-0001 direct: 330-672-0116 Connect with #KentStateArts on Social Media<https://www.kent.edu/artscollege/college-arts-social-media>

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Calling NE Ohio performing artists!
by Althea H 20 Jan '22

20 Jan '22

CALL FOR ARTISTS: apply by 2/20 We want to hear from YOU! We're seeking all varieties of theatrical performances. The BorderLight Festival offers a culturally, racially, and geographically diverse program representing a variety of theatrical approaches, styles, topics, and genres including (but not limited to): Theatre, Physical/Movement/Dance Theatre, Circus, Street Theatre, Burlesque, Children's Theatre, Performance Art, Stand Up Comedy, Site-Specific Work, and MORE! * The BorderLight Fringe is the open call submission part of the BorderLight Festival <http://www.borderlightcle.org/> which takes place in downtown Cleveland July 20-24, 2022. We welcome work from both established and emerging companies. Work can be indoors, outdoors, pop-up, and in a multitude of genres. Participating Fringe artists keep 70% of their box office revenue. * The deadline to apply is February 20, 2022. * Up-to-date CDC and event safety guidelines will be followed to ensure the safety of artists and patrons. * For complete information, please visit <https://www.borderlightcle.org/fringe-apply-2022/> https://www.borderlightcle.org/fringe-apply-2022/ * The application fee is $25 to create a low barrier to participation.

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Wadsworth Public Library 1-hour programs for 2023
by Thomas Sigel 20 Jan '22

20 Jan '22

Ohio Regional Music Arts and Cultural Outreach (ORMACO) is looking for NEW programs for the Wadsworth Public Library for 2023. These are one-hour educational music programs. Check out www.ormaco.org to see descriptions and the variety of programming we offer. There is a small honorarium. Programs are from 2-3 pm with Q and A at the end. Looking for professional musicians. If interested, please send credentials and links to music samples to tsigel(a)ormaco.org. Dates still open for 2023 are June 11, July 9, Aug 13, Sep 10, Oct 12 and Dec 10. Thanks, Thomas Sigel

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Aurora Community Theatre announces new dates for A Nice Family Gathering
by Aurora Community Theatre 20 Jan '22

20 Jan '22

*Aurora Community Theatre * FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 20, 2022 *NEW DATES ANNOUNCED MAR 18—APR 3* * A Nice Family Gathering* *Hilarious, Quirky Comedy* Aurora Community Theatre announces new dates for *a Nice Family Gathering,* the story of a man who loved his wife so much – he almost told her. Now opening Mar 18, the award-winning play by Phil Olson continues at 8 pm Fridays and Saturdays through Apr 3, plus 2 pm Sunday Mar 27 and Apr 3 at Aurora Community Theatre 115 E. Pioneer Trail in Aurora. All current tickets will be honored on the new dates. Patrons can exchange online by linking to their account through www.auroracommunitytheatre.com, by emailing info(a)auroracommunitytheatre.com or by calling 330-562-1818. When the Lundeen family gathers for their first holiday meal since Dad died, the patriarch returns in spirit to tell his wife what he hadn’t told her in 41 years – that he really loved her. Trouble is, no one except his estranged son can hear or see him and, double trouble, Mom has brought a date to the festivities. Set against the winter backdrop of the frigid Midwest, warm feelings finally thaw the gathering, bringing the family closer than ever. *Paula Kline-Messner* directs the delightful, laugh-out-loud comedy by *Phil Olson* with *Amie Gabel*, producer. *Kevin Horak* performs the role of Dad with *Vince Stillitano* as the younger son, Carl. *Sue Cohen* plays Mom, with *David Rusnak* as older son Michael, *Jenny Boswell* as Michael’s wife Jill, *Michala Peltz* as daughter Stacy, while *Jerry Schaber* takes on the role of the neighborly suitor, Jerry. *Ann Nyenhuis* is the stage manager with *Allie Stark*, assistant stage manager. *Bob Schaefer* designed the set. *Karen Cirino* is the costume designer. *Craig Kollai* designed the lighting, Maggie Hamilton the sound. *Vicki Rizzo-Prato* serves as board liaison. Ann Nyenhuis was also in charge of building the set, overseeing a volunteer crew that included: *Jerry Schaber, Bob Schaefer, Dave Nyenhuis, Greg Hinkle, Allie Stark, and Tracy Zbiegien* "'A Nice Family Gathering' is that rarest of all plays - a fun evening that is both comic and tender.” - *NewJerseyNewsRoom.com* "A heart touching comedy that every family can relate to." - *Lake Orion Review* “What makes the play so enjoyable is that everyone can see aspects of their family in the characters and family dynamics of the Lundeens.” – *Paper Trail* “A good heart is behind all this family silliness!" - *Los Angeles Times* "A surefire, laugh-a-minute hit!" - *The Tolucan 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 or by calling 330-562-1818. *PLEASE NOTE Aurora Community Theatre requires proof of Covid-19 vaccination, or proof 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 NICE FAMILY GATHERING* is presented by special arrangement with Samuel French Inc., a Concord Theatricals Company. Aurora Community Theatre’s 62nd season continues with *Spring Awakening* June 24-July 16. PLEASE NOTE: *Roald Dahl’s* *Matilda the MusicaL has been canceled. * 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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Seussical auditions at Playmakers Youth Theatre this Sunday, January 23rd!
by Emma Miller 20 Jan '22

20 Jan '22

The Mandel JCC's Playmakers Youth Theatre is holding auditions for Seussical: The Musical on Sunday, January 23rd! The show is open to performers in grades K-9 and will be co-directed by Playmakers Youth Theatre Director Emma Miller and Cleveland-area theater artist Jessie Pollak. Kindergarten & first graders do not need to audition but should email emiller(a)mandeljcc.org to register. All performers must be fully vaccinated. To inquire about sending in a video or an alternate audition time, email emiller(a)mandeljcc.org. AUDITION INFO: Sunday, January 23rd at the Mandel JCC 1:00-2:30pm for 2nd-5th graders 2:30-4:00pm for 6th-9th graders PERFORMANCE INFO: Shows are May 12th at 7pm and May 15th at 1pm and 7pm Join us in the magical, imaginative world of Seuss and make life-long friends through the nurturing, enriching, fun-filled Playmakers experience. See you Sunday! www.mandeljcc.org/playmakers<http://www.mandeljcc.org/playmakers> for more. Emma Miller She/Her/Hers Playmakers Youth Theatre Director Mandel Jewish Community Center of Cleveland 26001 South Woodland Road Beachwood, OH 44122 216-831-0700 Email: emiller(a)mandeljcc.org<mailto:jdavidson@mandeljcc.org> www.mandeljcc.org<http://www.mandeljcc.org/> [cid:image018.png@01D2659A.A3AAE2A0]

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MTC Jr Company announces Auditions for Urinetown
by Mercury Theatre Company 20 Jan '22

20 Jan '22

Mercury Theatre Company’s National Award-Winning Junior Company announces auditions for their spring season show, Urinetown. Mercury Theatre Company’s nationally-recognized, pre-collegiate training program The Junior Company announces open auditions for students in ages 13-18 for their Spring 2021 semester and their production of Urinetown. Membership in The Junior Company is by audition and/or invitation only. The Junior Company, led by Mercury Theatre Company artistic staff, offers students the opportunity to both perform and develop their craft while receiving instruction from a team of industry professionals. Company members receive coaching in numerous acting techniques, music theory and vocal performance, and company-wide dance training. The Junior Company produces two fully-staged musicals a year, as well as competing at national performing arts competitions such as iTheatrics’ Junior Theatre Festival, The National Performing Arts Festival, and Musical Theatre Competitions of America. AUDITIONS FOR THE JUNIOR COMPANY Auditions for Urinetown will be held via self-tape submission. Prospective members should prepare a 16-bar audition cut in the style of the show. Please sing with live accompaniment or a track; no a capella singing. Videos and a headshot and resume should be submitted to mtcjrcompany(a)gmail.com no later than 11:59pm Wednesday, January 26th. Potential callbacks May be held on January 29th in-person at Mercury Theatre Company on the campus of Notre Dame college. If you are not contacted for a callback, you may still be in consideration for a role in the production. All potential company members will be contacted prior to public release of the Urinetown cast list. The Junior Company is seeking strong Singer-Actors and dancers. Company members must be able to sing harmony. Not all roles require dance training, but strong movement ability is necessary from all actors. Please note that the roles of Pennywise and Caldwell may be contracted to professional adult actors. SINGING: Prepare a short 16-bar selection of a musical theatre song in the style of the show that demonstrates range and vocal tone. Any questions about songs can be directed to Aubrey Fink at mtcjrcompany(a)gmail.com. DANCING: There will be a dance call at the callbacks. No dance submission will be necessary for preliminary auditions. READING: At callbacks, you may be asked to read from the script. If necessary, material will be provided at the audition. REHEARSAL SCHEDULE Regular rehearsals will begin Saturday, February 5th, and will take place every Saturday until the culmination of the production. Additional rehearsals may be added in April as required. Saturday rehearsals will include training in music, theatre, and dance from industry professionals. Saturday rehearsals run from 10am-5pm, but you may not be called the entire time to every rehearsal. Please send your conflicts with your audition videos and headshot/resume. Please note that all company members must be available from 5-10pm from April 25-28, and 1-9pm on April 24th for tech rehearsals. PERFORMANCE DATES: April 29-May 1 COSTS Training tuition for the spring semester of The Junior Company is $400 and may be paid in two installments of $200. The first installment is due at the first training session on February 5th and the remainder is due March 19th. You may pay in full on February 5th. CASTING Casting decisions will be announced by Tuesday, February 1st, and company members are expected to accept their roles no later than the first rehearsals. The roles of Pennywise and Caldwell may be contracted to professional adult actors. **Please note that for the safely of the company, all members of the 2021-2022 Junior Company who are eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine MUST BE VACCINATED and have received their booster shot. There will be NO EXCEPTIONS to this requirement. Proof of vaccination will be required at the first rehearsal. Additional questions can be directed to mtcjrcompany(a)gmail.com

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The Singing Angels - Open Auditions!!!
by Carol Thompson 20 Jan '22

20 Jan '22

The Singing Angels announce 2022 OPEN AUDITIONS Audition online now through January 29 OR Audition in person on Saturday, January 22, >From 10 am - 2 pm Visit singingangels.org for detailed audition information Girls and Boys 4th grade thru age 16 No experience necessary- seeking children who love to sing!! Prepare to sing a song of your choice, no accompaniment. 2nd or 3rd Graders - call to enroll in The Littlest Angels Training Chorus!! Auditions are held at our rehearsal studios: 3600 Biddulph Avenue, Suite A Cleveland, OH 44109 Rehearsals begin on January 29, 2021 For further information: Visit singingangels.org or contact Holly Harris at holly(a)singingangels.org<mailto:holly@singingangels.org> or (216) 432-5555 x1800

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Actors, Directors, Writers, Educators: Coach with Bluestocking Productions
by Bluestocking Productions 20 Jan '22

20 Jan '22

Creative Coaching for Actors, Directors, Writers, Educators with Bluestocking Productions, Christine McBurney, Artistic Director * Acting * Arts Management/Administration * Audition Technique * Business of Acting * Dialects: British/Irish/NYC * Monologues * Scene Study * Script Analysis * Script Coverage * Self-Tapes * Shakespeare * Writing: Essays, Criticism * Writing: Film & Theatre Curriculum * Writing: Resumes, CVs, Artist Statements, Applications, Grants * Writing: 10-minute Screenwriting & Playwriting * Voice Overs Visit https://www.bluestockingproductions.org/ for testimonials and to schedule a coaching session. About Me: 20+ years as an actor, and award-winning director and educator. I split my time between Cleveland and New York City and help other creatives hone their skills and get the job. All consults are online until further notice. --

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In-Person Class
by Rev. Edward Niam, DD 20 Jan '22

20 Jan '22

If you are local, please join us tonight for our weekly in-person class, Thursday, 7:30 - 8:30 pm, at All About Dance by Kristen, 3038 Graham Road, Stow, OH 44224. This class is open to everyone and no experience is necessary. All that is needed is comfortable clothing and clean athletic shoes. This is drop-in only and the fee is $20 per class and is reduced to $10 if you are a subscriber to our Moxie.xyz/taichicleveland <http://moxie.xyz/taichicleveland?fbclid=IwAR1EENe4HjW_r3xAc-VmEFl55570IsKWA…> channel. I am leaving Ohio near the end of February and the last group class that I plan to teach will be 2/17/22. *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.taichiinstituteusa.com <http://www.taichiinstituteusa.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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