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Dark Room at CPT November 14th - featured reading of An Act of Clay by Stuart Hoffman and Open Mic
by Mindy Herman 13 Nov '23

13 Nov '23

*The Dark Room at Cleveland Public Theatre* *Tuesday, November 14th * *Featured Reading of An Act of Clay by Stuart Hoffman followed by Open Mic * The Dark Room is a place where writers take center stage and their work has a chance to grow. The Dark Room is an ongoing event held on the second Tuesday of each month. The Dark Room affords emerging and veteran playwrights the space and resources to develop new works. It offers a venue to workshop plays, novels, poems, or any other written work in a supportive, yet critical environment. *Tuesday, November 14th* *The Church at CPT* (Just east of the Gordon Square Theatre Box Office) Cleveland Public Theatre 6415 Detroit Ave, Cleveland, OH 44102 *6:45 - 7:00pm: *Sign-up begins for writers and actors (space is limited). Writers can bring up to 10 minutes of work to be read; actors will be cast on the spot! All writers must arrive by 7:00pm for consideration. *PLEASE NOTE:* Work will be chosen randomly from all submissions until slots are full. *7:30pm: *Featured Reading of *An Act of Clay by Stuart Hoffman* *8:00pm: *Open Mic readings begin *And don't forget - FREE BEER* Suggested donation of $5 is welcomed at the door, but not required. *ABOUT THE FEATURED PERFORMANCE:* Bruce McCloud is a gruff-talking, 1940’s era writer, and he has a problem. All he wanted was a vacation, but what he got was a small town murder to solve and a supernatural curse to cure. What can ya say? It's in his nature to ask questions. But questions can lead to trouble. As McCloud unfolds the mystery, he wonders who to trust; the heartbroken waitress, the elderly foreigner or the overprotective sheriff? What are they all hiding? Playing homage to our favorite radio dramas of the 1940’s, *An Act of Clay* will creep under your skin with gritty dialogue and pulpy delight. *FEATURING: * Brian Pedaci, Katherine Nash, Samantha Cocco, Greg Mandryk, John Busser and Assad Khaishgi *ABOUT THE PLAYWRIGHT: * Stuart Hoffman is a Cleveland-based actor and playwright. Readings of his work have been seen at Playwrights Local, Ensemble Theatre, Dobama Theatre, and CPT, where he was a Nord Playwright Fellow. Since 2020, his radio plays have been produced by Radio on the Lake Theatre, where he has also worked as an actor and director. Open session readings are first come, first serve until all slots have been allotted. Please bring enough copies of your script so that every actor has their own copy. Please bring a copy for any stage directions to be read as well. Advance submissions are not necessary. For more information about Cleveland Public Theatre, including directions and parking, please click here: https://www.cptonline.org/plan-your-visit/ See you in the Dark Room! -Mindy Mindy Childress Herman www.footstepsmediallc.com www.theumbrellatheatre.com

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Two Books to Get this Holiday Season
by Peter Anthony Fields 13 Nov '23

13 Nov '23

Two books that will make excellent gifts this holiday season are, "A Bond of Love" by Evonne Fields-Gould, and "A Faraway Place" by Peter Anthony Fields. "A Bond of Love" is a heartwarming and exciting tale, spanning fifty years from the World War in the 1940s all the way through to the 1990s. It is a story of love lost and love gained and about the people we meet in life who go on to become closer than family. *"*This was a wonderful, sweet story about love lost and love found, no matter how long it takes to get to the place life sends you."-- a reader and Amazon customer from the United States. https://www.amazon.com/Bond-Love-Evonne-Fields-Gould/dp/1077924089 "A Faraway Place" is a thrilling, frightening, and spine-tingling fantasy/adventure about one boy’s journey to find within himself the strength, courage, hope, and determination to end the reign of an evil sorcerer and save two worlds from destruction. This is a novel for middle-grade readers as well as readers of any age. *"How has this not been made into a film? *A Faraway Place* is ridiculously good." -- a reader from London, UK* https://www.amazon.com/dp/198333975X Sincerely, *Peter Anthony Fields* *Playwright & Novelist* *Member of the Dramatists Guild of America* *(Fields is my family & pen-name; Gould is my legal surname)* *Official Website <https://peteroctb.wixsite.com/peteranthonyfields>* *Facebook page <https://www.facebook.com/peteranthonyfields8playwright>* *Amazon.com Author's page <http://amazon.com/author/peteranthonyfields>*

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Unique Concert Experience
by Marketing ＠HeightsArts 13 Nov '23

13 Nov '23

Close Encounters – Brahms and Schumann featuring Yaron Kohlberg When: Sun, Dec 10, 2023 at 3:00 PM Where: Eaton Mansion (address provided after tickets are purchased) Description: Close Encounters is Heights Arts’ signature Sunday afternoon chamber music series performed by members of the Cleveland Orchestra and other elite performers. Curated by Cleveland Orchestra cellist Dane Johansen, these performances are held in unique venues and local residences, where the audience hears the music as it was meant to be heard – up close and personal. Click here for more information, and to purchase tickets. <https://www.heightsarts.org/music/close-encounters-2024/> Pricing: General $60 | Member $51 email events(a)heightsarts.org or call 2163713457 -- * <https://ci4.googleusercontent.com/proxy/-1rVr3zNNYn4EWqoozNAPs8lJBl1KeQUswo…>****Connecting arts and community since 2000***2175 Lee Road, Cleveland Heights, Ohio 44118 | 216-371-3457 | heightsarts.org <http://www.heightsarts.org>

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LCCC Theatre Presents STOP KISS
by Jeremy Benjamin 13 Nov '23

13 Nov '23

LCCC Theatre proudly presents "Stop Kiss" By Diana Son Directed by Stephanie Wilbert. *Stop Kiss* is a poignant and funny play about the ways, both sudden and slow, that lives can change irrevocably,” says Variety. After Callie meets Sara, the two unexpectedly fall in love. Their first kiss provokes a violent attack that transforms their lives in a way they could never anticipate. Throughout Stop Kiss, relationships are explored, formed, and even ended. Diana Son elaborates on the depths of human emotion and compassion in this play. Performance dates are November 16, 17, & 18, at 7:30 PM in the Stocker Arts Center's Cirigliano Studio Theatre, located on the campus of Lorain County Community College, 1005 North Abbe Road, Elyria, OH 44035. Tickets are available at the Stocker Arts Center box office at 440-366-4040 or online at www.stockerartscenter.com This play contains graphic language and moments of intimacy and is recommended for ages 16 and older. For additional information contact Jeremy Benjamin via email at jbenjami(a)lorainccc.edu “Stop Kiss” is presented by arrangement with Dramatists Play Service, Inc. www.dramatists.com

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FINAL WEEKEND for Seat of the Pants' TROUBLE IN MIND
by Craig Joseph 13 Nov '23

13 Nov '23

If you haven't yet found the time to check out Seat of the Pants' production of Alice Childress' classic play, *TROUBLE IN MIND*, here's what some patrons have been saying: "One of the best things we've seen in Cleveland. The way you all approach the rehearsal process is clearly paying off - it's so evident onstage." "We are so fortunate that the play is having a revival of interest and extremely lucky that it has come to our community via Seat of the Pants. *Jeannine Gaskin* did a fantastic job of keeping the pace up (it’s one of the fastest 2 hours I’ve spent in a theatre in a while!), and finding the real beneath the comedy. And *Nicole Sumlin* and *Tom Woodward *were just aglow with the confidence and joy of performing, really anchoring everything. Just a great night of still-provocative theatre." "This Seat of the Pants show brings immediacy and great energy to the production with a star-laden cast!" You've got *THREE MORE CHANCES* to see the show - Friday and Saturday, November 17th and 18th at 7:30 PM, and Sunday, November 19th at 2:30 PM. Get your tickets now at *troubleinmindsotp.eventbrite.com <http://troubleinmindsotp.eventbrite.com>!*

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director search
by M Karpinski 13 Nov '23

13 Nov '23

Lorain Community Music Theater announces a Director Search for its upcoming musical production of “9 to 5”, to be performed July 25, 26, 27, and 28, 2024. Performances will take place at the Lorain High School Performing Arts Center, located at 2600 Ashland Ave., Lorain, OH 44052. Auditions and some rehearsals will take place at an off-site location in Lorain. This is a paid staff position. Prospective Directors should submit a cover letter and resume including past directorial experience and any other pertinent information no later than December 1, 2023. Please e-mail these documents to LCMTshows(a)gmail.com. The LCMT Show Selection Committee will review all applicants, with a projected decision date of December 15, 2023. Lorain Community Music Theater is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization and was incorporated in 1976. “9 to 5” will mark their 46th musical production.

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Substitute Violinist Needed
by Jason Falkofsky 13 Nov '23

13 Nov '23

I am in need of a substitute violinist for our production of ANASTASIA at Green High School (Akron/Canton area) this Saturday, Nov. 18 @ 2:00pm. Availability for a rehearsal on Wednesday, Nov. 15 from 6:00-9:00pm is a plus but not required. Stipend is $60 per call. This is a rescheduled performance as we had to move our Friday night performance due to the school's football team advancing in the playoffs, which has caused a scheduling conflict with our violin player. Please let me know if you might be interested OR please forward on to anyone one may think can help us out. Huge thanks in advance! Jason Falkofsky 216-548-4898 jfalkofsky(a)gmail.com

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Attention high school girls: Audition prep, interest meeting, and auditions for Saint Ignatius High School's How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying
by Caitlin Lynch-Huggins 13 Nov '23

13 Nov '23

*How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying Vocal Audition Info Session via Zoom will be held on Monday, November 20, 7-7:30pm *for Saint Ignatius students and area high school girls. This is for students who want to learn about the style of the show so they can choose an appropriate song for auditions. Guidance will be offered to students participating for their audition material. Interested participants should email theresakloos1(a)gmail.com. *Harlequins' Spring Musical interest meeting will be on Monday, November 27, at 4pm in the Thomas Room of the Breen Center for the Performing Arts. * All area high school girls and all current Saint Ignatius students are welcome to join to hear about *How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying* and how to get involved with the Harlequins! *Masterclass to prepare for auditions for the Harlequins' Spring Musical will be on Thursday, November 30, 4-6pm in the Choral Room of the Breen Center for the Performing Arts.* All Saint Ignatius students and area high school girls are welcome. All participants should bring a 32 bar cut of their vocal audition piece in the style of *How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying.* Students should also bring up to date resumes for feedback. Information about choosing a song and creating a resume can be found here. <https://www.ignatius.edu/students/extracurriculars/drama/harlequins-auditio…> *Auditions for the Harlequins' Spring Musical will be held December 5-7. There are three parts to the auditions. * - *Dance auditions* *Tuesday, December 5, 4-5:30pm *All Saint Ignatius students and area high school girls wishing to be in *How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying* should attend dance auditions on the main stage of the Breen Center for the Performing Arts. Students should come dressed in clothes that will allow them to move, and bring with them their headshot and resume. Information about how to create a resume and an affordable headshot is here <https://www.ignatius.edu/students/extracurriculars/drama/harlequins-auditio…> . - *Vocal auditions* *Wednesday, December 6, 3:30-6:30pm *All Saint Ignatius students and area high school girls wishing to be in *How to Succeed*... should attend open call vocal auditions in the Chorus Room of the Breen Center for the Performing Arts. All participants should bring a 32 bar cut with sheet music for the piano accompanist. Description of what this should be can be found here. <https://www.ignatius.edu/students/extracurriculars/drama/harlequins-auditio…> - *Callbacks* *Thursday, December 7, 4-6pm* Those who need to attend callbacks will be notified on December 6. -- *Ms. Caitlin Lynch-Huggins, M.S.* Theology Teacher P: 216.651.0222 clynch-huggins(a)ignatius.edu www.ignatius.edu Saint Ignatius High School 1911 West 30th Street Cleveland, Ohio 44113

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CAST Announced - ROCKY - Blank Canvas Theatre
by info blankcanvastheatre.com 13 Nov '23

13 Nov '23

Don’t miss this knockout musical based off the 1977 Oscar Winner for BEST PICTURE! Blank Canvas Theatre Presents THE CLEVELAND PREMIERE ROCKY Book and Lyrics By Thomas Meehan, Sylvester Stallone Music by Stephen Flaherty Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens Based on the MGM/United Artists Motion Picture December 1 – 16 Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 8:00pm Sundays at 7:00pm Rocky Balboa is a small-time Philadelphia boxer who is chosen to take on the reigning world heavyweight champion, Apollo Creed, when the undefeated fighter's scheduled opponent is injured. As he diligently trains for the fight, Rocky begins a relationship with Adrian, a wallflower who is tired of being pushed around by her brother. As their love grows, Rocky and Adrian each find their inner strength and bring out the best in each other. With equal parts grit and heart, Rocky is about the triumph of spirit, strength, and love. From the Academy Award winner for Best Picture, Rocky has entered the ring again in this musical adaptation. Rocky is a hard-hitting yet tender musical with music and lyrics by Tony winners and Academy Award nominees Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty, and a book by multiple Tony winner Thomas Meehan, adapted from the acclaimed Oscar-nominated screenplay by Sylvester Stallone. RATED: PG-13 RUN TIME: 2hr 20min Tickets: $25 To purchase tickets for this show CLICK HERE<http://www.blankcanvastheatre.com/rocky-tickets/> To see the cast and staff for this production CLICK HERE<http://www.blankcanvastheatre.com/rocky-cast/> Blank Canvas Theatre (at 78th Street Studios) 1305 West 78th Street, Suite 211. Cleveland, OH 44102 Blank Canvas Theatre provides professional quality productions, placing emphasis on entertainment at affordable prices and on safety.

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AUDITIONS for "Ragtime" at Cassidy Theatre
by Cassidy Theatre 12 Nov '23

12 Nov '23

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