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Looking for a fun 5 week summer camp this year? SCA's Musical Theater Workshop is it!
by Cindy Telasa 31 May '22

31 May '22

*Looking for a fun 5 week summer camp this year? SCA’s Musical Theater Workshop is at HIT at SCA!* Camp will be held June 6th through July 8th **No camp Monday July 4th* from 9:30am-12:30pm daily M-F in the SCA Theater. *Performances are MANDATORY and will be Thursday July 7th 4pm and 7pm and Friday July 8th at 4pm. * SCA’s camp is led by Solon High School Theater Director Ms. Kris Ferencie with the help of the SCA staff and is a great way to start off your theater experience! Students will learn musical theater techniques and perform a full length show at the end of the summer. This summer’s show will be... *FLAT STANLEY JR!!!!* *SYNOPSIS:* The beloved children's book written by Jeff Brown is a literary and pop culture phenomenon, delighting readers all around the world. And now, everyone's favorite two-dimensional hero has a new life in *The Musical Adventures Of Flat Stanley JR*. Filled with infectious songs and non-stop adventure, Stanley Lambchop is your ordinary, everyday ten-year-old until the bulletin board on the wall above his bed comes loose and falls right on top of him. The next morning, Stanley wakes up flat. In a whirlwind musical travelogue, Stanley — the ultimate exchange student — scours the globe for a solution to his unusual problem. He's stamped, posted and cancelled from Hollywood and France to Honolulu and beyond, all in an effort to become a three-dimensional man once more. To register now go to: https://secure.rec1.com/OH/solon-oh/catalog?filter=c2VhcmNoPTE5MTE3MjE= SPACES ARE LIMITED so early registration is encouraged. We hope to have you this summer!

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11th Annual Michael Chekhov Acting Technique Conference at GLMCC!
by Jamie Koeth 19 May '22

19 May '22

THE GREAT LAKES MICHAEL CHEKHOV CONSORTIUM 11th ANNUAL CONFERENCE! Find power and inspiration by experiencing this incredible ACTING TECHNIQUE THIS JUNE at KENT STATE UNIVERSITY! WHO IS THIS FOR? This Acting Technique is for Actors & Acting Teachers, professionals and experienced amateurs 18 & up, who yearn to enrich their craft! WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT? * We are ONE, of only THREE Certified Teaching Programs of the Michael Chekhov Technique in the USA * We are the ONLY Chekhov organization sponsored by a University * We are led by CERTIFIED MASTER TEACHERS Catherine Albers (Professor Emeritus in Theatre-CWRU), Lionel Walsh (Professor of Acting-University of Windsor, Canada), Associate Director James Haffner and a full faculty of CERTIFIED ASSOCIATE TEACHERS (including local AEA and SAG/AFTRA actors Christopher Bohan & Jamie Koeth) * In our 11 YEARS we have trained and certified actors and teachers from all over the world who continue to spread the joy of this inspired work! * This year’s conference will take place IN PERSON at KSU according to CDC guidelines and safety protocols. FIND OUT! VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3jqlsI6SGkY<https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtu…> WEBSITE: http://greatlakesmichaelchekhovconsortium.com<https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fgreatlakes…> QUESTIONS & REGISTRATION: glmccteachers(a)gmail.com<mailto:glmccteachers@gmail.com> “There is no art without joy.” -Michael Chekhov

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Free Open Mic for young actors and writers - Tuesday March 15th at 4:30pm at The Mansion at Studio West 117!
by Mindy Herman 16 May '22

16 May '22

Join us for a FREE open mic style monthly event after school! Come into *The Text Kitchen <http://theumbrellatheatre.com/text-kitchen.html>* on the 3rd Tuesday of every month! Emerging LGBTQIA+ writers, theatre artists and allies ages 15-20: bring your work and hear it performed by young actors! Free snacks and lots of advice from working writers and theatre professionals! *WHERE:* *The Mansion at Studio West* <https://studiowest117.com/map/> (The former Cannon-Catavolos building, just east of Sabau Furs) 11210 Detroit Avenue Cleveland, OH 44102 *WHEN:* 4:30pm-6:30pm March 15th, 2022 April 19th, 2022 May 17th, 2022 June 21st, 2022 *WHAT:* *The Text Kitchen* is a free monthly writing and acting workshop for LGBTQIA+ youth and allies (ages 15-20) . Writers, actors and interested audiences members are invited to bring work, practicing their performance skill and develop their critical minds. Writers can bring up to 12 pages of new written work (traditional theatre scripts, screenplays, monologues, spoken word, etc). Actors who come are cast on the spot to perform in front of an audience in an open mic style format. The audience is encouraged to give constructive feedback to the writers and the actors in an incubator model to aid in the development of the writer and the work. *The Text Kitchen* is a welcoming and inclusive space that offers professional advice and resources to foster the talent of emerging artists. *WHY:* Early artist development opportunities are rare for young adults and barely exist for those without the financial means to participate. We are thrilled to partner with Studio West, The West 117 Foundation and the Char and Chuck Fowler Family Foundation to support and encourage young LGBTQIA+ writers and performers. *MORE INFO:* No need to make a reservation - we will toss the names of all attending writers into a hat and pick as many as we can read in the time we have! Actors will be cast at the event so be sure to arrive right at 4:30pm to be considered! Any other questions, please contact Executive Director Mindy Herman at 216.990.2665 or click here <info(a)theumbrellatheatre.com> to send an email! Mindy Childress Herman www.footstepsmediallc.com www.theumbrellatheatre.com

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AUDITIONS for the musical farce: "Failure: A Love Story" on Tues., Feb. 8 and Wed., Feb. 9 at 7:00 pm
by Clague Playhouse 16 May '22

16 May '22

Auditions Failure: A Love Story A musical farce by Philip Dawkins Directed by Ron Newell Audition Dates: Tues., February 8 and Wed., February 9 at 7:00 pm Show Dates: May 6 - 29, 2022 Performances on Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 8pm, Sunday at 2pm Story: By the end of 1928, all three Fail sisters will be dead — expiring in reverse order, youngest to oldest, from blunt object to the head, disappearance, and finally consumption. Tuneful songs, and a whimsical chorus follow the story of Nelly, Jenny June, and Gerty as they live out their lives above the family clock repair shop. A magical, musical fable where, in the end, the power of love is far greater than any individual’s successes or failures. Cast: 3 Women, 2 Men and an additional 3 for Chorus All parts are mid to late twenties, except members of Chorus can be any age. This is a show with music. All cast will play multiple roles which could include clocks, dogs, snakes, and assorted other animals/things. Nelly Fail – the youngest Jenny June Fail – the middlest Gertrude Fail – the eldest John N. Fail – the adopted brother Mortimer Mortimer – the lover (must sing and move well) Chorus – all cast will be in chorus This is a high energy show. Cast members should be physically fit. Open auditions will consist of cold readings from the script, movement, singing and ability to perform various voices - snakes, parakeets, and different characters. A pianist will be provided. Additional information can be found on our Audition Page. <https://clagueplayhouse.org/index.php/auditions/> Please bring a resume and headshot, if available. If you don't have a headshot, Clague will take one at auditions. Please complete our online Audition Form-Musical <http://clagueplayhouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Clague-audition-form-…>. When completed, please print and bring with you to the audition. For the safety of all involved, those wishing to audition must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. No appointment is necessary. Auditions will be held at Clague Playhouse. The Box Office is open Wednesday through Saturday from 1:00-6:00pm.

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Theatre 8:15 presents Charlotte's Web
by Theatre 8:15 10 May '22

10 May '22

Theatre 8:15 presents... Charlotte's Web Adapted by Joseph Robinette Based on the book by E.B. White Directed by Lisa M. Sommers PERFORMANCE DATES: May 6 - May 15, 2022Fridays & Saturdays @ 8:15pm / Sundays @ 2:15pm Tickets: Adults $13 - Seniors / Students $ 11 ** Tickets are available through our on line Box Office ** For more information call (330) 896-0339 or email tickets(a)theatre815.com "Produced by special arrangement with THE DRAMATIC PUBLISHING COMPANY of Woodstock, Illinois" Theatre 8:154740 Massillon RdP.O. Box 215Green, Ohio 44232(330) 896-0339www.theatre815.com

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AUDITIONS for Clague Playhouse - FIREFLIES, by Matthew Barber; directed by Fred Sternfeld
by Fred Sternfeld 09 May '22

09 May '22

This email audition notice has some general information. COMPLETE DETAILS are at this link. <https://docs.google.com/document/d/1GlxETFcmz9FYkz8doq2Mm-ga8ox2isqkLnjJHWe…> ------------------------------------------ Clague Playhouse <https://clagueplayhouse.org/> AUDITIONS for *F I R E F L I E S* by Matthew Barber Directed by Fred Sternfeld Auditions will be held May 14 & 16 in person. Video submissions are also accepted. Performances are January 10 - February 12, 2023 The role of Eleanor has been pre-cast. The 3 other roles are open. 1 female - 60s-70s. 2 males, 1 of them 60s-70s and 1 of them 30s-40s. >From the novel "Eleanor and Abel" by Annette Sanford. Retired schoolteacher Eleanor Bannister lives a quiet life alone in tiny Groverdell, Texas, set in her routines and secure in her position as the town’s most respected woman—until a hole in her roof draws the attention of Abel Brown, a smooth-talking drifter intent on renovating Eleanor’s house, and possibly her life. Can the unexpected sparks of late-life romance be trusted, or is there truth in the gossip that Abel isn’t all that he seems to be? Either way, the whole town's talking. “…perfection…[a] beautiful and moving play…” —BroadwayWorld.com. <http://broadwayworld.com/?fbclid=IwAR337MxyA2YHLC3ry5NjD0ZPBw1p-GqWQ84dLzRq…> “…winsome, warm…a charming, quiet love story [that will] warm the cockles of your heart.” —New Haven Register. “…Barber writes in the cadences of classic romance…a well-told story of tentative, late-life love.” —The Hartford Courant. "…Perfection…an absorbing piece of storytelling with vibrant characters experiencing a wide range of human emotion…a play that reminds us how great theater can be…” —Connecticut Arts Connection. Clague Playhouse, 1371 Clague Rd., Westlake, Oh 44145 ------------------------------------------ This email audition notice has some general information. COMPLETE DETAILS are at this link. <https://docs.google.com/document/d/1GlxETFcmz9FYkz8doq2Mm-ga8ox2isqkLnjJHWe…> -- Fred Sternfeld http://www.fredsternfeld.com 216-496-6087

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Intro to Filmmaking Summer Camp for Kids
by Young Filmmakers Academy 02 May '22

02 May '22

*YOUNG FILMMAKERS ACADEMY*, NE Ohio's internationally acclaimed kids filmmaking program is now enrolling for the *SUMMER 2022 SUMMER FILMMAKING WORKSHOPS.* With our popular *Advanced Program *in its sixth year, we are excited to announce a *ONE WEEK* Beginners Level Camp designed for kids ages 8-11. The Young Filmmakers Academy Summer Filmmaking Workshops are a multi-faceted experience in which the students learn to write, direct and edit films with the help of award winning industry professionals and mentors. The camp culminates in a Red Carpet Premiere of their film where their movie will be seen by a packed house of filmmakers, media, fans, friends and family. Films made by our students are receiving international recognition and awards at film festivals all over the world. Last year's film, *TRIAL OF ERRORS *won Best Picture at the 2021 *Boston International Kids Film Festival*and our 2020 film *THE OTHER SIDE OF THE LINE*, won Best Picture at the *International KidsNFilm Festival*. Other festivals include *Brooklyn Film Festival in NY and Toronto International Women's Film Festival* to name a few. YFA not only teaches your child how to make a real Hollywood film, but provides them with the excitement and wonder of becoming award winning filmmakers with the help of real filmmakers who have worked on such projects as *THE FAST & THE FURIOUS, THE AVENGERS, CAPTAIN AMERICA, KING OF QUEENS, FRASIER* and more. Space is limited so register TODAY! For more information and to enroll your child visit https://www.youngfilmmakersacademy.org/summer-program Hear from current students HERE: https://vimeo.com/592395960 -- *Hortencia Swinderman - Administrator* *Lakewood Young Filmmakers Academy* www.lakewoodyfa.com *440.789.6472*

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Music Director
by rinearson05 30 Apr '22

30 Apr '22

Garrettsville Curtains up Theatre is looking for a Music Director for their upcoming July production of Legally Blonde. contact Jackie Loreta-Rinearson for more information and interest. rinearson05(a)frontier.com Sent from my iPhone

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THE PHOENIX SOCIETY by Peter Lawson Jones | May 20 - 29, 2022
by Playwrights Local 30 Apr '22

30 Apr '22

THE PHOENIX SOCIETY A new play by Peter Lawson Jones Directed by Terrence Spivey A Special Workshop Production Presented by Playwrights Local <http://www.playwrightslocal.org/> and Life Exchange Center <https://www.lifeexchangecenter.com/> May 20 — 29, 2022 Thursday through Saturday at 7:30 pm & Sunday at 2:30 pm SHOWPAGE <http://www.playwrightslocal.org/the-phoenix-society/> PERFORMANCES May 20 — 29, 2022 Thursday through Saturday at 7:30 pm & Sunday at 2:30 pm SPECIAL HALF-PRICE DRESS REHEARSAL Thursday, May 19 at 7:30 pm SPECIAL POST-SHOW RECEPTIONS Immediately following performances at EMW Fine Dining Event Venue, 687 East 152nd Street, Cleveland, OH 44110 Friday, May 20 Sunday, May 29 VENUE Creative Space at Waterloo Arts 397 East 156th Street, Cleveland, Ohio 44110 LINKS Webpage: http://www.playwrightslocal.org/the-phoenix-society/ Tickets: https://playwrights-local.ticketleap.com PARTNER ORGANIZATION Life Exchange Center (LEC) is a consumer-directed, certified Peer Support drop-in center with a mission to empower its members' Recovery from mental health and chemical dependency disorders. LEC commissioned this original play, The Phoenix Society, to inspire hope to its members, their loved ones, and anyone who has begun re-birth in Recovery. Find additional information on LEC at www.lifeexchangecenter.org and connect with them on social media at www.facebook.com/LifeExchangeCenter. SYNOPSIS Will Coulter, a widower with a teenage daughter, comes home from the war in Afghanistan. He returns with a debilitating case of PTSD and depression as well as a drug addiction, the severity of which he denies. Can a group of men and women—who, themselves, are battling mental health and substance abuse challenges—be able to save him? TICKETS $20 Adults | $15 Seniors-Students-Groups All seats General Admission with accommodations available upon request. info(a)playwrightslocal.org | (216) 302-8856 CAST Prophet Seay……….Will Coulter Joyce Linzy……….Eliza Coulter Logan Dior Williams……….Danielle Coulter Luther Pete Robinson……….Hollywood Kenny Charles……….Mack Hinson LaPrise Marie Johnson……….CiCi Plus additional real-life members of LEC appearing as part of the ensemble. CREATIVE TEAM Andre Brown……….Stage Manager Marcus Dana……….Lighting Designer Tom Hayes……….Technical Director David Todd……….Production Manager SAFETY Due to the small size of our venue, all patrons must wear masks covering both the nose and mouth while in attendance for all performances at Playwrights Local in May 2022. Masks must be surgical, KN95, or N95, and must not be bandanas, face shields, or other substitutes. Surgical masks will be provided at no cost at our box office. Playwrights Local reserves the right to revise this policy in the event of another spike in cases or similar health crisis. For additional information, consult our policy at www.playwrightslocal.org/safety.

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"You gotta follow that dream, wherever that dream may lead..." Audition registration is now open for ALL SHOOK UP!!
by Michael Stein 30 Apr '22

30 Apr '22

We are seeking performers ages 13 - 19 of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, gender expressions, and physical abilities to perform in Near West Theatre’s 2022 Summer Teen production! Artists must be available for evening and weekend rehearsals and must have an enthusiasm for flexibility as we navigate an ever-changing COVID environment. This is an unpaid, volunteer opportunity that pays dividends in loving community and fun. For more information and to register, please visit our website at https://www.nearwesttheatre.org/get-involved/audition Trinidad

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