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[NEOhioPAL] Oberlin College Theater Sound/Lighting Supervisor
by Joe Natt 23 May '22

23 May '22

Title: Sound and Lighting Supervisor/ Lecturer Posting Number: APS150707PS Department: Theater & Dance Program Job Summary: The Department of Theater invites applications for the position of Sound and Lighting Supervisor to begin on August 1, 2022. This is a 12-month, full-time continuing Administrative and Professional Staff / Lecturer position supervised by the Senior Technical Director and reporting to the Managing Director of the Theater and Dance departments. The Sound and Lighting Supervisor is a new position being integrated into our department and will serve a pivotal leadership role as a member of our teaching and production staff. Previous User Comments (if applicable): Please login to http://jobs.oberlin.edu/hr/postings/12057 <http://jobs.oberlin.edu/hr/postings/12057> to review this posting and take any necessary action. Thank you, Department of Human Resources Oberlin College and Conservatory

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Reminder of the Cleveland Play House Fire Sale Starting This Tuesday at 10!
by Erin Ocampo 23 May '22

23 May '22

Due to some limitations put on Cleveland Play House's props storage by the fire marshal, we're getting rid of some of our stock, mostly furniture. Couches, benches, trunks, vintage fridges, patio furniture, wicker and a whole lot more are up for grabs. It is generally in fair condition with various amounts of scratches, damage, theatrical paint, etc. Take it for yourself, your theatre, upcycling, anything you can think of. It's all free, but we are accepting donations that will go towards improving our storage. Feel free to stop by the Production Center (7401 Detour Avenue) next week from 10am to 3pm Tuesday through Friday (May 24th through 27th) to take a look. Please bring transportation that day, as we will be opening this up to the community the following week. Check in when you arrive with Reynard in the front office and he will show you back to where we have everything. Erin Ocampo Associate Prop Shop Supervisor Cleveland Play House 1901 E. 13th Street, Suite 200 Cleveland, OH 44114 (c) 440.532.3933 (w) 216.862.5445 x6 eocampo(a)clevelandplayhouse.com<mailto:kmoore@clevelandplayhouse.com> [cid:89953e8f-554b-43b3-8f83-30bc1c1080bc]

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VOLUNTEER and See Performances at Cain Park Summer 2022
by Savanah Pfister 23 May '22

23 May '22

Cain Park Is Hosting Volunteer Orientation for the 2022 Season Becoming a Cain Park volunteer is a great way to make new friends, share your community pride, and support your love of the performing arts. And you do this all in a beautiful outdoor setting! Duties include: greeters, ticket scanners, ushers, and general event related positions. For every concert/event worked, volunteers receive one ticket voucher that can be redeemed for admission to another event. Certain restrictions apply. We kindly ask that you attend an orientation session, where we will share information about the 2022 season, discuss the details of being a volunteer, and answer questions while we enjoy some pizza together. Both sessions will take place on the *Terrace at Cain Park*, which is located up the steps to the right hand side upon entering the gate closest to the Evans Amphitheater. The Terrace is #15 on Cain Park's map <https://www.cainpark.com/DocumentCenter/View/782/CP_MAP_2019_Web?bidId=>. We request that you *RSVP no later than Thursday May 26th,* by visiting the link listed below the Orientation dates. - Saturday May 28th from 1:00pm-3:00pm Cain Park Terrace - Tuesday May 31st from 6:30pm-8:30pm Cain Park Terrace Click this link to RSVP to Cain Park 2022 Usher/Volunteer Orientation! <https://forms.gle/enaezoRt4pagVVeTA> Questions can be sent to: housemanagerscp(a)gmail.com -- *Savanah K. Pfister* House Manager | Cain Park | City of Cleveland Heights B.A. Arts Management | The Ohio State University | 2020 440-759-2127 | skpfister2017(a)gmail.com <Pfister.55(a)osu.edu> | *housemanagerscp(a)gmail.com <housemanagerscp(a)gmail.com>*

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AUDITIONS - The SpongeBob Musical - Blank Canvas Theatre
by info blankcanvastheatre.com 23 May '22

23 May '22

Blank Canvas Theatre Auditions for THE CLEVELAND PREMIERE of THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL Book by Kyle Jarrow Musical Production Conceived by Tina Landau Based on the series by Stephen Hillenburg Directed by Patrick Ciamacco Music Direction by Matthew Dolan If Interested: Email Patrick(a)blankcanvastheatre.com (include "SpongeBob Musical" in your subject line) to sign up for one of the below dates and include your ideal date and time for auditioning. Otherwise we will just assign you the best available slot. We will do our best to accommodate you. *If you can not make auditions please email us your headshot and resume for consideration. If possible submit a video audition for consideration.Also, if only submitting a video, let us know which show you are interested in. We do our best to see and consider additional people, but attending auditions is always ideal. Audition Date: Tuesday May 31st and Wednesday June 1st Time: 7:00pm-10:00pm (ALL will be called at 7pm) What to prepare: Please prepare two contrasting 32 bars or short musical theatre songs in the style of one of the show. Please bring sheet music in the correct key. An accompanist will be provided. Please bring a headshot and resume to auditions. Headshots and resumes are appreciated, but not required. Performance Dates: August 5 - 21 Shows will be Thursday-Sunday. Thursday and Fridays at 7:30pm, Saturdays at 3pm & 7:30pm. Sunday performances will be at 3pm. Rehearsals: Begin Tuesday July 5 Rehearsals will be Sundays-Thursdays. Typically 7pm-10pm, though Sundays are usually 6pm-10pm. Pay: Blank Canvas Theatre dedicates 20% of the net profit to the cast of each show. The cast splits this evenly. *At this time there are no AEA Contracts for this show. However, we may explore the option if needed. Location: Blank Canvas Theatre 1305 78th Street, Suite 211 (at 78th Street Studios) Cleveland, OH 44102 (Click here <http://www.blankcanvastheatre.com/directions/> for directions or visit our website at www.blankcanvastheatre.com<http://www.blankcanvastheatre.com/>) The Story The stakes are higher than ever in this dynamic stage musical, as SpongeBob and all of Bikini Bottom face the total annihilation of their undersea world. Chaos erupts. Lives hang in the balance. And just when all hope seems lost, a most unexpected hero rises up and takes center stage. The power of optimism really can save the world! The SpongeBob Musical is based on the beloved animated series created by Stephen Hillenburg and features a book by Kyle Jarrow, with original songs by Yolanda Adams, Steven Tyler and Joe Perry of Aerosmith, Sara Bareilles, Jonathan Coulton, Alexander Ebert of Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros, The Flaming Lips, Lady A, Cyndi Lauper, John Legend, Panic! At the Disco, Plain White T's, They Might Be Giants and T.I., and songs by David Bowie, Tom Kenny and Andy Paley. Additional lyrics are by Jonathan Coulton, with additional music by Tom Kitt. The musical production was conceived by Tina Landau. Character Breakdowns * The age range and gender for ALL ROLES is flexible and ALL ethnicities and body types will be considered. A Multi-Ethnic/Multi-Racial cast of ALL ages, genders, sizes, and races are needed. The below character tracks may be changed or altered based on those that audition. SpongeBob SquarePants: (Tenor, Range: C3-B4) Everyone's favorite yellow sponge, and the hero of our story. Bright, cheery, and always optimistic, SpongeBob knows how to maintain a positive attitude, even when a deadly volcano threatens to destroy his beloved town. Patrick Star: (Baritenor,Range: Bb2-Bb4) SpongeBob's simple-minded starfish friend. He may be dumb and lazy on the outside, but inside, he just wants someone to listen to what he has to say. Sandy Cheeks: (Mezzo-Soprano,Range: A3-E5) A brainy and athletic Texan squirrel who came to Bikini Bottom for a research project. She acts as SpongeBob's most trusted ally on their quest to stop the volcano from erupting, using her vast amount of scientific knowledge and brilliant inventions to aid the mission. Squidward Q. Tentacles: (Baritenor, Range: A2-F#4) SpongeBob and Patrick's cranky, clarinet-playing neighbor. He has a very gloomy outlook on life, believing the world's "a horrible place filled with fear, suffering, and despair", but nonetheless, he dreams of becoming a famous stage star for the sake of his late mother, and is willing to do just about anything to achieve his big break. Eugene Krabs: (Range: B2-Bb4) The greedy owner of the Krusty Krab, and employer of SpongeBob and Squidward. While everyone is off panicking about Bikini Bottom's imminent doom, he decides to strike the iron while it's hot and puts on a huge "apocalypse sale" at his restaurant, exploiting the fear of his fellow fish to make him even richer. Sheldon J. Plankton: (Tenor, Range: B2-G#4) The scheming owner of the Chum Bucket who has big plans for world domination. He uses the Mount Humongous disaster to his advantage by convincing everyone to leave Bikini Bottom and settle into a new town, where he'll tyrannically take them over as their new Evil Overlord. But they don't know that, of course... ENSEMBLE/FEATURED (with lots of doubling) Karen the Computer: (Mezzo-Soprano, Range: G#3-F#5) A waterproof supercomputer who is Plankton's snarky sidekick and wife. She aids her husband in his plot to take everything over after realizing that his Evil Plan is putting the spark back into their relationship. Pearl Krabs: (Mezzo-Soprano, Range:Bb3-F#5) Mr. Krabs' teenage whale daughter. Even though her father spoils her silly, she deeply detests his greed and wants him to prioritize his family, not his profits. She's also a huge fan of the famous rock band the Electric Skates, and eventually plans to run away with them after she's had enough of her dad's neglect. Perch Perkins: (Mezzo-Soprano, Range: E2-E4) The head anchor of Bikini Bottom News. He keeps everyone up-to-date on the current state of their doomed hometown. The Mayor of Bikini Bottom: ((Mezzo-Soprano, Range: F#4-B5) The overbearing mayor of Bikini Bottom. She claims that everything is under control as the apocalypse draws nearer, but it's pretty clear that she has absolutely no idea what to do... so she decides to become a dictator. Patchy the Pirate: (Baritone, Range: D3-F4 (F5 falsetto)) The pirate president of the SpongeBob fan club. Eager to see his idol star in his very own Broadway musical, Patchy sets up his own little VIP seat right in front of the stage, before getting booted out by security guards. He constantly tries sneaking his way back into the theater throughout the majority of the show. The Electric Skates: (tenor, Baritone, Bass) 3 band members. A famous rock band who's hired to perform at the Bikini Bottom benefit concert. Pearl's a huge fan of these guys. They're known to rock out while zipping across the stage on skateboards and roller skates, hence the name. Larry the Lobster: (Baritone) A muscular lobster who spends most of his time "getting his claws swole". He eventually becomes the Mayor's bodyguard. Mrs. Puff: (Alto) A high-strung boating school instructor turned lush. Old Man Jenkins: (Baritone) A cranky old fish who leads an Angry Mob against Sandy for being a land creature. If you have any questions feel free to contact us at patrick(a)blankcanvastheatre.com<mailto:patrick@blankcanvastheatre.com>. We look forward to seeing you at auditions!

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YOUNG PLAYWRIGHTS COLLECTIVE CALL FOR NEW MEMBERS
by Blanchard, Julia 22 May '22

22 May '22

*The Young Playwrights Collective is searching for a diverse group of new and emerging playwrights to join their collective! *Are you between the ages of 22 and 35, currently residing in Northeast Ohio, serious about the art of playwriting, and looking for a community to encourage and inspire your work? If so, the YPC wants to hear from you! *What is the YPC?* The Young Playwrights Collective is a community of early-career playwrights who support each other through feedback, network development, and the creation and pursuit of various production opportunities. *Benefits of the YPC:* - Cozy biweekly meetings with opportunities to give and receive feedback on current projects. - An invitation to share work in all public performance opportunities throughout the year. - Invitations to participate in all YPC events. - Leadership opportunities within the group. *APPLICATIONS ARE DUE MAY 31. * *For more information and application instructions, please go to tinyurl.com/2022YPC <http://tinyurl.com/2022YPC>. * If you have any questions, please contact youngplaywrightscle(a)gmail.com. -- Julia Fisher

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“Matilda” Desks for Sale (Beck Center)
by Scott Spence 22 May '22

22 May '22

Beck Center is selling desks from our previous production of “Matilda”. There are 12 desks over all (9 from the original production and 3 more that were replicated by a previous renter and added to the stock.) These desks are single-unit components (incl. seat) and are extremely durable and climb-able. They are on glides for easy pushing. No casters. Beck has done well renting these out, so keep in mind that these can be a commodity for your group passed your production. Asking price=$400 (the materials alone to build these right now could be a ton more than the asking price!) Please reply to scottdavidspence(a)gmail.com if interested.

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Summer tech employment, FT and PT
by tess＠ohioshakespeare.com 21 May '22

21 May '22

Ohio Shakespeare Festival in Akron, Ohio seeks to immediately hire the following positions in technical work and front of house work. [ www.ohioshakespeare.com ]( http://www.ohioshakespeare.com/ ) Technical Intern Full time, $300/week; beginning late May, ending mid August No housing available for this position This paid position is ideal for someone who would like to learn more about how an outdoor professional theatre operates from the technical side. While the intern will assist all tech managers throughout the summer, they will also be allowed the opprotunity to learn each managers’ craft. The Tech Intern will assist managers in many ways, including but not necessarily limited to, the following throughout the summer season: Set construction—assist with simple construction, load in/out during build and strike Lighting —assist with lighting package installation and strike, including focusing and other basic electrics work Wardrobe—assist with laundry, loading and unloading costumes, picking up/dropping off dry cleaning, potentially some basic mending House Management—assist as needed Stage Management—be the primary contact between stage management and greenroom/dressing room during performance Properties—assist in gathering/creating props Administration—assist as needed Ideal candidates will: Have a passion for learning and participating in the technical aspects of theatre Be detail oriented and organized Be able to arrange their own transportation Be willing to lift heavy objects Be willing to work outdoors Have a friendly and positive attitude Have day and evening availability (hours will never exceed 40/week; Mondays always off entirely; additional off days are guaranteed but scattered throughout the summer) Be flexible and willing to fill in wherever is helpful each day Ages 16 and older may apply. Actors/Designers working with Ohio Shakespeare in summer 2022 may not apply as the hours will conflict. Questions may be sent to tess(a)ohioshakespeare.com TO APPLY: Send relevant work experience and a short paragraph describing your reason for applying to tess(a)ohioshakespeare.com Scenic Carpenter Part time, weekly pay based on applicant’s level of skill and availability; 5 weeks in May/June, 2 weeks in August; potentially flexible start and end dates No housing available for this position This paid position is ideal for someone with intermediate to advanced carpentry skills. This person will assist the Production Manager/Master Carpenter and participate in the construction and then the strike of the outdoor summer set. Ideal candidates will: Have intermediate to advance carpentry skills. Be willing to lift heavy objects Be willing to work outdoors Have a friendly and positive attitude Ages 16 and older may apply. Actors/Designers working with Ohio Shakespeare in summer 2022 may apply as the hours do not conflict. Questions may be sent to tess(a)ohioshakespeare.com TO APPLY: Send relevant work experience/references and a short paragraph describing your reason for applying to tess(a)ohioshakespeare.com Merchandise Tent Part time, $15/hour Thursdays-Sundays 5:30pm-9:30pm, July 7 - August 15 Three part time positions for the summer box office are available, and will include the following duties: Working directly under the House Manager and assisting him as needed on show nights. Open and set up the merchandise tent each evening Keep inventory of stock Sell merchandise before show and during intermission Ideal candidates will: Have few or no conflicts Be gracious and patient with patrons Be able to arrange their own transportation Be friendly and positive with other OSF staff Be comfortable with simple tablet skills or willing to learn Be punctual and consistent Be willing to work outdoors Questions may be sent to tess(a)ohioshakespeare.com TO APPLY: Send relevant work experience/references and a short paragraph describing your reason for applying to tess(a)ohioshakespeare.com

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TONIGHT at 7:30: Benefit Concert at The Access Theatre Project
by Cameron Zona 21 May '22

21 May '22

*TONIGHT @ 7:30 AT THE ACCESS THEATRE PROJECT* Give and Take: The Access Theatre Project Benefit Concert feat: David Bays and Noah Budin Two of Cleveland's premier songwriters, David Bays and Noah Budin, will present a relaxing night of music and storytelling at The Access Theatre Project. Sit back and enjoy as they swap songs throughout the evening. All proceeds will go towards The Access Theatre Project to support their innovative pay-what-you-will ticket policy. Not only will you have a great time, but you will be giving to a wonderful theatre space that has a truly important mission in the Cleveland community. TICKETS AT THE DOOR ONLY!

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THE PHOENIX SOCIETY by Peter Lawson Jones | May 20 - 29, 2022
by Playwrights Local 21 May '22

21 May '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 (LEC) <https://www.lifeexchangecenter.com/> All proceeds benefiting LEC 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 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—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……….Vanity Willie Walker Gibson……….Amir Sandy Deida……….Angel Darlene Darby Baldwin……….CiCi *With additional real-life members of LEC appearing as follows:* Lynne Exsentico……….Aiesha Clifford Hinton……….Blackjack Rose Sams……….Jewell Sherrel Jones……….CiCi (Understudy) 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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SINGING & ACTING LESSONS at MAGGIE RHODES STUDIO
by Maggie Rhodes 21 May '22

21 May '22

*SINGING AND ACTING LESSONS AT MAGGIE RHODES STUDIO* Everyone performer, new or professional, has something *stunning* to offer. I would love to help you or your child build vocal confidence. Great voices and performers come from work through technique and healthy vocal practices- all of which can be taught! At my studio, I meet you where you're at and give clear coaching on how to take the next step to level up your song, audition cut, or monologue. I believe in working on pieces with a growth mindset, celebrating mistakes, and bringing out my students' uniqueness. With an MFA in Acting from the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire, a BA in Theatre from Baldwin Wallace University, nearly a decade of professional performing experience, and years of teaching at regional theatres, colleges, and coaching NYC actors, I have dedicated experience collaborating with artists to tell incredible stories. Lessons are primarily taught remotely but can be taught in a rented space. Ready to start, or curious about how to begin? Find out more information at https://maggievrhodes.com/coaching OR email me at maggie(a)maggierhodesstudio.com

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