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Heights Youth Theatre Presents Disney's Beauty and the Beast - Opens Thursday, October 12, 7 PM
by Pamela Fine 11 Oct '23

11 Oct '23

*HEIGHTS YOUTH THEATRE * presents *DISNEY'S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST* directed by kelly monaghan music directed by stacy bolton stage managed by Zach Nicol costume designed by Colleen Bloom technical direction by Eric Simna *Thursday, October 12, 2 PM* *Friday, October 13, 7 PMSaturday, October 14, 2 & 7 PM* *Sunday, October 15, 2 PM* Notre Dame College Regina Auditorium 1857 S. Green Road South Euclid , Ohio 44121 Tickets:can be purchased at the door or by visiting: https://www.heightsyouththeatre.com/tickets *box office opens 45 minutes before the show* For more details visit www.heightsyouththeatre.org Heights Youth Theatre programming is made possible by the generous support of the residents of Cuyahoga County through Cuyahoga Arts and Culture, Char and Chuck Fowler Foundation, Eaton Charitable Fund, the Legacy Village Lyndhurst Community Fund of The Cleveland Foundation, and the Ohio Arts Council

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Snowbelt Symphony Opens Season with Brilliant Baroque
by info＠snowbeltmusical.org 11 Oct '23

11 Oct '23

To open its second full season, the Snowbelt Symphony Orchestra presents “Brilliant Baroque” on Sunday, October 22 at 4:00pm at New Promise Church in Kirtland. The concert of music composed in the first half of the 18th century features violinist Andrew Sords performing Vivaldi’s dramatic and passionate Violin Concerto in E Minor RV 278 in what may be its Ohio premiere, Bach’s Orchestral Suite No. 3 containing the famous “Air On The G String,” and pieces by Handel and William Boyce. The concert will be conducted by Snowbelt Musical Arts Association founder and music director Greg Hillis. The Snowbelt Symphony Orchestra is a new 33-player fully-professional orchestra bringing high quality live classical music performances to Lake and Geauga counties. Tickets are $30 for adults, $25 for seniors, and $8 for students. Tickets can be purchased online at www.snowbeltmusical.org <http://www.snowbeltmusical.org> . New Promise Church is located at 8671 Euclid Chardon Rd (Rt 6) in Kirtland. Greg Hillis Executive Director Snowbelt Musical Arts Association www.snowbeltmusical.org <http://www.snowbeltmusical.org> 440-296-9610

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Costumer Needed
by Tim Anderson 11 Oct '23

11 Oct '23

The Broadview Heights Spotlights is in need of a costumer for its upcoming production of *She Loves Me *(a musical *s*et in 1930's Hungary). Volunteers are available to assist, but someone is needed to coordinate the overall design. The show opens on November 3. There is a small stipend available. Interested persons should contact Tim Anderson at education(a)broadview-heights-spotlights.org with questions/availability.

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Auditions Oct 22/23 for "The Three Musketeers" by Ken Ludwig | 8+m, 4+w
by Chagrin Valley Little Theatre 11 Oct '23

11 Oct '23

*THE THREE MUSKETEERS* by Ken Ludwig Directed by Don Bernardo Commissioned by the world famous Bristol Old Vic, it tells the story of a brother and sister, d’Artagnan and Sabine, who sets off for Paris in search of adventure. D’Artagnan hopes to join the valiant King’s Musketeers. Sabine, meanwhile, is being sent to a convent school, but decides quickly that it’s not for her. She’d rather fight by her brother’s side. Cardinal Richelieu has different plans for both of them, but with their new best friends, Athos, Porthos and Aramis by their sides, they save the day for king and country. Many great roles for both men and women! *PERFORMANCE DATES AND LOCATION:* January 26 – February 10, 2024, 7:30pm curtain (2pm matinees on Sunday 2/4 and 2/10) Chagrin Valley Little Theatre 40 River Street Chagrin Falls, OH *AUDITION DATES:* Sunday, October 22 and Monday, October 23, 2023 – 7:00pm Auditions will be held at the theatre. *SIGN UPS:* Use the following link to sign up for an audition slot https://www.signupgenius.com/go/508054AAEAA2EA46-44616279-cvlt - No preparation necessary. This will be an “open call” audition with cold readings from the script. - Auditioners will be called up to read sides solo, in pairs or groups until everyone has read sufficiently for the director. - Please be prepared to stay until 9pm, but you may be dismissed by the director earlier. *CHARACTERS:* (All roles are available) MEN (8 with doubling – may cast more): D’Artagnan Athos Porthos Aramis Cardinal Richelieu Rochefort / Stanley King Louis Xiii / D’Artagnan’s Father / Basille / Fouquet / Fache Treville / Duke Of Buckingham Ravanche Raffian Innkeeper Debris WOMEN (4 with doubling – may cast more): Sabine Milady / Old Woman Constance Bonacieux / Adele / Sister At School Queen Anne / D’Artagnan’s Mother / Elise / Mother Superior / Abbess *WHAT TO BRING:* Headshot (if any) Theatrical Resume (if any) List of ALL conflicts during rehearsal period. *REHEARSAL SCHEDULE:* Sunday thru Thursday, 7:30pm to 9:30pm starting Sunday, November 5 until Tech Week. Sunday rehearsals may run from 7pm to 9pm. Chagrin Valley Little Theatre is a community theatre, and there is no compensation for any performers. Email director Don Bernardo <donbernardo(a)sbcglobal.net> at donbernardo(a)sbcglobal.net with any questions. (Please read the audition announcement completely before emailing questions.)

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CPT's "Our Lady of Common Sorrows" Starts next week on Oct. 19th with Tickets Starting at $1 without handling fees!
by Kim Furganson 10 Oct '23

10 Oct '23

Cleveland Public Theatre presents Our Lady of Common Sorrows<https://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2023-2024/our-lady-of-common…> Written and Directed by Jaiie Dayo Aliya October 19 - November 4, 2023 Cleveland Public Theatre (CPT) presents the highly anticipated World Premiere of Our Lady of Common Sorrows by Jaiie Dayo Aliya. The play was a huge hit with audiences when it was presented in CPT's Test Flight 2023<https://www.cptonline.org/test-flight/>, an annual developmental program for writers of all levels. Based on its successful performance during the initial 3-day run in Test Flight last January, Executive Artistic Director Raymond Bobgan felt it was ready for a full run. About the Play Everyone has their idea about how 15-year-old honor student Indigo got pregnant, until the "psychic" customer of her aunt's drug-dealing boyfriend has a vision that she is going to give birth to the next messiah. World Premiere. Featuring: Dar'Jon Bentley, Isaiah Betts, Cristal Christian, Lashawn Little, Royce The Voice Ruffin, Amy Spencer, Kynnedy, Ashley Aquilla. Content Warning: Our Lady of Common Sorrows contains strong language, mentions question of a sexual assault of a minor, suicide and depictions of substance abuse. For details or additional content, please contact the Box Office at 216.631.2727 x501 or by emailing boxoffice(a)cptonline.org<mailto:boxoffice@cptonline.org>. Ticket and Show Information Our Lady of Common Sorrows (October 19 to November 4, 2023) previews October 19 & 20, and press night is Saturday, October 21. The play is performed on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and one Monday at 7:00pm, and two Sundays at 3:00pm in CPT's intimate James Levin Theatre, located at 6415 Detroit Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44102, in the heart of the Gordon Square Arts District. Sundays are Covid-Conscious performances when patrons are required to wear masks. Click here<https://www.cptonline.org/plan-your-visit/> for all COVID-19 Safety Protocols. Every Ticket is Choose What You Pay<https://www.cptonline.org/uncategorized/cleveland-public-theatre-announces-…> starting at $1 and will be offered online, over the phone, and at the Box Office. Purchase Tickets at www.cptonline.org<http://www.cptonline.org> or call the CPT Box Office at 216.631.2727 ext. 501. Reserve early! CPT never charges any ticket fees, ever. The James Levin Theatre is ADA-compliant featuring a ramped entrance and an all-gender, wheelchair accessible restroom. Special Ongoing Events During the Run Opening Night - Ticket includes free admission to the post-show opening party with appetizers and beverages! Mingle with cast members! Free Bev Friday - Ticket includes FREE post-show beverages! Following every Friday night performance. NEW! Market Mondays <https://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2023-2024/our-lady-of-common…> -Ticket includes admission to pre-show pop-up market spotlighting local visual artists, retailers, entrepreneurs, and more! Beginning one hour prior to every Monday night performance. Our line-up of vendors includes these fabulous businesses Self Remedy<https://www.selfremedy.co/>, All Kreative Prints<https://allkreativeprints.com/>, and artist Lacy Talley, @talleymarxxandco.

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Berko review: MAKE BELIEVE @ Dobama
by Roy Berko 10 Oct '23

10 Oct '23

*•••••••••••••••••••••••••••Capsule judgement: MAKE BELIEVE is play with a compelling premise, especially in this era of multi-dysfunctional families and days and nights of angst. With some careful cutting, and some extra-time spent working with the younger members of the cast, based on comments of reviews of other productions of this script, this may have been an exceptional experience. As is, the production makes for a thought-provoking evening with some lacking staging and writing qualities. To read the entire review go to: https://royberkinfo.blogspot.com/ <https://royberkinfo.blogspot.com/> To read the capsule judgements of the other Cleveland reviewers go to: https://clevelandtheaterreviews.blogspot.com/ <https://clevelandtheaterreviews.blogspot.com/>••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••*

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Press Release - Haunting of Hill House
by orrville players 10 Oct '23

10 Oct '23

Orrville Community Theater will hit the stage just in time for Halloween with 𝓗𝓪𝓾𝓷𝓽𝓲𝓷𝓰 𝓸𝓯 𝓗𝓲𝓵𝓵 𝓗𝓸𝓾𝓼𝓮 on October 20-21, 2023 at 7pm and October 22 at 2:30pm at Orrville High School Auditorium (841 N Ella Street Orrville OH 44667) A chilling and mystifying study in mounting terror. The OCT cast is excited to see you all for this fun show. Tickets are now available on their 𝘄𝗲𝗯𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗲 for $12.00/person with a family 4-pack for $44 and a 3-day individual pass for $33. Online ticket sales end 2 hours prior to show time. Tickets at the 𝗱𝗼𝗼𝗿 will be $15/person. www.orrvillecommunitytheater.org -- Shannan Kurjian OCT Business Manager 330-439-2051 www.orrvillecommunitytheater.org Find us on Facebook & Instagram!

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Join the BorderLight family!
by Dale Heinen 10 Oct '23

10 Oct '23

Are you passionate about the arts and community engagement? We are searching for Neighborhood Ambassadors to help connect organizations and artists to the 2024 BorderLight Season! Earn a $1,000 stipend for contributing to Cleveland's vibrant arts scene and aiding with both the Fringe and International Theatre Festivals. Must be a resident of, live adjacent to, and/or have ongoing ties to one of the following ten neighborhoods: Buckeye-Woodhill, Brooklyn, Clark-Fulton, Collinwood, Detroit Shoreway, Glenville, Slavic Village, St. Clair Superior, Stockyards, Ohio City. Learn more & apply now: www.borderlightcle.org/work-with-us/<http://www.borderlightcle.org/work-with-us/> BorderLight is grateful to the Cleveland Foundation for their generous support of the Neighborhood Ambassador Program.

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CVLT Auditions - THE THREE MUSKETEERS
by Donald Bernardo 10 Oct '23

10 Oct '23

AUDITIONS IN LESS THAN TWO WEEKS - SLOTS FILLING UP FAST! SIGN UP TODAY!Chagrin Valley Little Theatre (Chagrin Falls, OH) is pleased to announce auditions for:THE THREE MUSKETEERSby Ken Ludwigdirected by Don BernardoCommissioned by the world famous Bristol Old Vic, the play tells the story of a brother and sister, d’Artagnan and Sabine, who set off for Paris in search of adventure. D’Artagnan hopes to join the valiant King’s Musketeers. Sabine, meanwhile, is being sent to a convent school, but decides quickly that it’s not for her. She’d rather fight by her brother’s side. Cardinal Richelieu has different plans for both of them, but with their new best friends, Athos, Porthos and Aramis by their sides, they save the day for king and country.Many great roles for both men and women!PERFORMANCE DATES AND LOCATION:January 26 – February 10, 2024, 7:30pm curtain(2pm matinees on Sunday 2/4 and 2/10)Chagrin Valley Little Theatre40 River StreetChagrin Falls, OHAUDITION DATES:Sunday, October 22 and Monday, October 23, 2023 – 7:00pmAuditions will be held at the theatre.SIGN UPS:No preparation necessary. This will be a “cattle call” audition with cold readings from the script. Auditioners will be called up to read sides solo, in pairs or groups until everyone has read sufficiently for the director. Please be prepared to stay until 9pm, but you may be dismissed by the director earlier.Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/.../508054AAEAA2EA46... CHARACTERS: All roles are available: MEN (8 with doubling – may cast more)D'ARTAGNAN ATHOS PORTHOS ARAMIS CARDINAL RICHELIEU ROCHEFORT / STANLEY KING LOUIS XIII / D'ARTAGNAN'S FATHER / BASILLE / FOUQUET / FACHE TREVILLE / DUKE OF BUCKINGHAM RAVANCHE RAFFIAN INNKEEPER DEBRISWOMEN (4 with doubling - may cast more)SABINE MILADY / OLD WOMAN CONSTANCE BONACIEUX / ADELE / SISTER AT SCHOOL QUEEN ANNE / D'ARTAGNAN'S MOTHER / ELISE / MOTHER SUPERIOR / ABBESSWHAT TO BRING:Headshot (if available)ResumeList of ALL conflicts during rehearsal period.REHEARSAL SCHEDULE:Sunday thru Thursday, 7:30pm to 9:30pm starting Sunday, November 5 until Tech Week. Sunday rehearsals may run from 7pm to 9pm. This will be an intense rehearsal period, with heavy stage combat for most men and several of the women.Chagrin Valley Little Theatre is a community theatre, and there is no compensation for any performers.Email director Don Bernardo at donbernardo(a)sbcglobal.net with any questions. (Please read the audition announcement completely before emailing questions.)

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Auditions: Arsenic and Old Lace at Aurora Community Theatre
by Christopher M Bizub 10 Oct '23

10 Oct '23

Aurora Community Theatre is excited to announce… AUDITIONS for Arsenic and Old Lace by Joseph Kesselring Directed by Chris Bizub PERFORMANCE DATES: Jan 26 - Feb 17, 2024 Fri & Sat 7:30pm AUDITION DATES: Sunday, October 8th, 2023 - 7pm-10pm Thursday, October 12th, 2023 - 7pm-10pm CALLBACKS: Saturday, October 14th, 2023 – 12pm-3pm [if needed] WHAT TO PREP: * Auditions are by appointment only, please sign-up at the link below * Auditions will consist of cold reads from the script. * Please bring a current headshot/theatrical resume * Please bring a list of conflicts from December 1st, 2023 – February 17th, 2024 AUDITION/PERFORMANCE LOCATION: Aurora Community Theatre 115 E. Pioneer Trail, Aurora, OH 44202 SIGN-UP LINK: https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/30E0548ADAF2BA6F94-auditions2 CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS: Any age, race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, body type, abilities, or other identities are encouraged to audition and will be considered equally in character casting, unless directly specified by the playwright as integral to their story. Age/age ranges, genders, and descriptions, if listed, are recommendations by the script but are flexible to interpretation. No roles for this production have been precast unless otherwise stated in marketing announcements regarding the auditions. Mortimer Brewster (Male, 30s-40s) - Nephew of Abby and Martha, brother to both Teddy and Jonathan Brewster. A very likable, Mortimer is a drama critic who is in love with, & engaged to Elaine Harper. A good-hearted cynic who is about to have his world turned upside down. PHYSICAL ROLE. Special Note: The actor who plays this role must be comfortable to utterly “LET GO.” Mortimer controls the show. From the discovery of the first body, Mortimer must be electrified. He carries that energy all the way through the show. Physical comedy, perfection of timing in dialog delivery, likability in presence, and an ability to display agility in navigating the rapidly changing circumstances of each scene, absolutely necessary. Abby Brewster (Female, 50s-70s) - A darling lady, and the very model of Victorian charm and grace, who poisons elderly gentlemen, with her sister as an act of charity. She and her sister Martha seem to be the absolute embodiment of the values and polite society of a bygone age. More dominant, and a bit older than Martha, both ladies are happy, healthy, lucid, and spry. The Aunt to Teddy, Jonathan, and Mortimer. Martha Brewster (Female, 50s-70s) - Very sweet, but more submissive than Abby, Martha still is a strong woman. She and her sister have lived together for many, many years. Their personalities and pecking order around each other have been firmly rooted for eons. Always wears a high collar. The Aunt to Teddy, Jonathan, and Mortimer. Elaine Harper (Female, 25-40) - An Attractive girl, daughter of Rev. Dr. Harper, and Mortimer’s fiancée. She is surprisingly wise in the ways of the world for a minister’s daughter. She is a little bit wily, sassy, and absolutely sharp (Actor seeking this role will need to show genuine zest and spunk. She will also need to display a wonderful sense of versatility.) We witness Elaine progress from casual happiness, to utter bliss, to twisted confusion, to stark fear, to godsend relief, and back to casual happiness again. Jonathan Brewster (Male, 30s-60s) - Nephew of Abby and Martha Brewster, brother to Teddy and Mortimer. Jonathan is a psychopath who has numerous murders to his credit and no scruples whatsoever. He is creepy. Jonathan is a killer, that loves his business and he’s got an unbelievably short temper. Dr. Einstein has changed Jonathan’s face three times, currently resulting in a Boris Karloff resemblance (to which he is a bit sensitive.) (Some PHYSICAL work). Dr. Einstein (Male, 40s-50s) - A German plastic surgeon, with an accent to prove it. Right hand to Jonathan, Dr. Einstein is mousey and submissive to Jonathan. Einstein should be viewed as a good guy whose life has gone bad. The audience truly has to sympathize with this guy. With somewhat of a ratty appearance, his face wears the benevolent smirk of a man who lives in a pleasant haze of alcohol. Teddy Brewster (Male, 30s-60s) - Very likable, kindhearted brother to Mortimer and Jonathan, Nephew of Abby and Martha Brewster, Teddy is a man who believes that he is the 26th President of the United States, Theodore Roosevelt. Extreme dedication and energy is necessary while charging up a flight of stairs and screaming “CHARGE!” (PHYSICAL ROLE). The Reverend Dr. Harper (Male, 50s-70s) - We only see Elaine Harper’s father in the opening scene; a doctor of divinity, and the minister to the church next door to the Brewster house. The Brewster sisters have seen many ministers come and go over the years, but they seem to be particularly fond of Dr. Harper and vice versa. The actor portraying Dr. Harper should display a sense of polish, refinement, and mild-mannered sensitivity towards others. He is not in favor of Mortimer and Elaine’s relationship. (Will likely be doubled with another character) Officer Brophy (Male, 20s-40s) - The first police officer we meet in the show, Brophy is a thoroughly likable sort of fellow. Is making his rounds collecting Christmas toys for the needy. (Some PHYSICAL work, will likely be doubled with another character). Officer Klein (Male, 20s-40s) - A flatfoot Brooklyn officer who makes his rounds with Officer Brophy collecting Christmas toys. (Will likely be doubled with another character) Officer O’Hara (Male, 20s-50s) - He is the quintessential example of an Irish-American police officer: Full of life, good natured and played big. He is on very good terms with the Aunts. O’Hara is a would-be playwright, and needs to plainly display the nagging, persistent drive that’s kindled within him once he discovers that Mortimer is a famous dramatic critic. Well intentioned, O’Hara really doesn’t mean to come across as annoying as he does. Mr. Gibbs (50s-80s) - An elderly gentleman who wishes to rent a room from the Brewster sisters; and nearly falls victim to the sisters “charity”. He is a little gruff, but he warms up fairly quickly upon being offered a treat he hasn’t had since he was a child. (Will likely be doubled with another character) Lieutenant Rooney (Male, 40s-50s) - The man in charge at the local police precinct. Very early in the show we gain a pretty strong understanding of the caliber of men he has to manage under his watch. As such, he has very little patience for blunder and mistakes, and needs to run a pretty tight ship. He is loud, decisive, and clearly in-charge of every situation in which he finds himself. (Will likely be doubled with another character) Mr. Witherspoon (Male, 50s-60s years old or able to Play age) - The superintendent of Happy Dale Sanitarium. Very mild mannered and kind. (Will likely be doubled with another character) OTHER DETAILS: Aurora Community Theatre is a 501c3 Non-Profit Organization. All actors cast are strictly volunteers. No AEA Contract(s) available. If you have any questions or would like to audition for this production, but are unable to attend regular auditions, please contact the director at cmb164(a)1870.uakron.edu<mailto:cmb164@1870.uakron.edu>. Also feel free to reach out with any questions you may have regarding the production.

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