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Theater Winter Classes & Camps with TCT
by Rebecca Burcher 29 Nov '23

29 Nov '23

Registration for Winter Classes NOW OPEN! Talespinner Children’s Theatre is Cleveland’s dedicated, theatrical home for all children and families, creating inclusive, accessible, and meaningful professional productions and educational opportunities that engage, empower, and inspire. Learn more about TCT here <https://talespinnercle.org/about/>. Have someone at home looking to make friends, explore their creativity, and have fun on and off stage? Check out our Winter Class Offerings <https://talespinnercle.org/classes/> at TCT! Mini & Me Mini ages: 1-2 years Saturdays 9:00-9:45 ACT Out! Ages: 3-5 Ages: 6-8 Saturdays 9:00-9:45 Saturdays 9:00-9:50 Young Improvisors Ages: 9-12 Saturdays 10:00-10:50 Young Musical Theater Performers Ages: 9-12 Saturdays 10:00-10:50 Young Stagecraft Collective Ages: 9-15 Saturdays 10:00-10:50 DnDnD (Dungeons and Dragons and Drama) Ages: 10-12 Ages: 13+ Saturdays 11:00-1:00 Saturdays 11:00-1:00 KidCo-Young Production Company (performing Young Sherlock) Ages: 10-14 Ages: 7-12 Saturdays 11:00-1:00 Wednesdays 5:00-7:00 Registration for Winter Break Theatre Camp NOW OPEN! Check out our Winter Break Camp Offering <https://talespinnercle.org/camps/> at TCT! Session Dates Families will have the option to select between a 4 day or 5 day camp option. 4 Day: Tues Jan 2nd-Fri Jan 5th 5 Day: Tues Jan 2nd-Sat Jan 6th Ages Half-Day Campers 4-6 (PreK-1st) Full Day Campers 7-11 (2nd-5th) Tuition 4 Full Day: $220/week per student 5 Full Day: $245/week per student 4 Half Day: $110/week per student 5 Half Day: $135/week per student Tuition includes: - Between 15-40 hours of process-based arts instruction under professional Teaching Artists - One daily snack and lunch for your camper - All materials your camper will need throughout the camp sessions - A digital copy of the campers final performance from the last day of camp ACE Funds accepted! Interested in bringing a TCT Touring Production or Residency to your school/community group/birthday party/girl scout troop or more? Have any questions about the camps listed above? Contact Rebecca Burcher, Director of Education at Rebecca(a)TaleSpinnerCle.org.

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ORMACO Announces Holiday Concerts for December 2023
by Thomas Sigel 29 Nov '23

29 Nov '23

Ohio Regional Music Arts and Cultural Outreach (ORMACO), a mostly volunteer organization with the mission of making music, arts and culture accessible to all, continues to bring quality concerts and arts events to locations all around Medina County. December brings three holiday themed concerts to several area venues. These events are free and open to the public. For more information visit www.ormaco.org<http://www.ormaco.org> or call 419-853-6016. Wednesday, December 6, 2023, 6:30 pm Cynthia Cioffari and the University of Akron BassoonaRoos Medina County District Library, 210 South Broadway Street, Medina, OH 44256 Ohio Regional Music Arts and Cultural Outreach (ORMACO) and the Medina County District Library present Akron-based bassoonist Cynthia Cioffari and the University of Akron BassoonaRoos in a lively performance of holiday favorites, including selections from Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker, Leroy Anderson’s Sleigh Ride, Irving Berlin’s White Christmas, as well as other jazz-inspired arrangements. Sunday, December 10, 2023, 2:00 -3:00 pm Duane Carlson in Home for the Holidays Wadsworth Public Library, 132 Broad Street, Wadsworth, OH 44281  Ohio Regional Music Arts and Cultural Outreach (ORMACO) and the Wadsworth Public Library close out the 2023 Live at the Library concert series with Akron-based pianist Duane Carlson. He’ll be celebrating the most wonderful time of the year by playing holiday themed music. Duane Carlson is an accomplished pianist born in Akron, Ohio. He attended Wesleyan University where he played lead trumpet in the University orchestra. He later graduated from the U.S. Navy School of Music in Virginia, after which he spent a year touring Europe playing the trumpet in one of the U.S. Navy dance bands. After the Navy, Duane played piano with a local gospel group for nine years. He currently plays easy-listening music at upscale restaurants, country clubs, and retirement communities. He has recorded two albums of his favorite standards and Christmas tunes. Monday, December 11, 2023, 7:00 pm Dane Vannatter & Eric Everett Jazz: An Evening of Holiday Classics Black River Educational Center Auditorium, 257 Co. Rd. 40, Sullivan, OH 44880 Ohio Regional Music Arts and Cultural Outreach (ORMACO) presents a holiday concert with the township of Sullivan. Dane Vannatter is the recipient of two Bistro Awards from BackStage in New York for Outstanding Vocalist, and has been acclaimed by reviewers at The New York Post, The Boston Globe and BackStage for a style that “blends facets of cabaret and jazz with intelligence and care.” Eric Everett has four decades of drumming experience, and has performed at Nighttown, Bop Stop, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and more. Together with guitarist Joseph Rangel and Jeff Slater on bass, they will present a dazzling concert of jazz classics and holiday fare.

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Free Holiday Concert
by Neil Thackaberry 29 Nov '23

29 Nov '23

The Brecksville-Broadview Heights Community Chorus presents *The Many Moods of Christmas, *on Sunday December 3 at 4:00 pm at the Brecksville United Methodist Church, 65 Public Square, in Brecksville. The program includes Vivaldi's *Gloria* - complete with instrumental ensemble, a selection of Christmas favorites, and an audience singalong with traditional carols. Nancy L. Stokes, conductor. Admission is free. bbhcommchorus.org

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AUDITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Jesus Christ Superstar with the Happy Ending Lyric Players
by Kelley Plats 29 Nov '23

29 Nov '23

AUDITIONS for Jesus Christ Superstar with the Happy Ending Lyric Players (HELP) SHOW DATES: March 15th - 24th REHEARSAL BEGINS: January 13th Director: G Michael Skerritt Producer: Kelley Plats HELP's production of JCS is in partnership with the Chagrin Falls Studio Orchestra! Auditions for our 2024 production of Jesus Christ Superstar are open to one and all! ALL ROLES AVAILABLE (HELP never pre-casts shows). Auditions are available by appointment at the First Baptist Church of Greater Cleveland (3630 Fairmount Blvd, Shaker Heights, OH). Please prepare 32 bars in the style of the show. An accompanist will be available, please bring your sheet music. Karaoke tracks and acapella auditions are strongly discouraged. There are 10 slots available per hour for vocal auditions. You may also be asked to do some light choreography. Please use the Sign Up Genius link to select your audition date and time. If you have any questions, please reach out to the production team. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4CAFAA2EA1FCC25-jesus <https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.signupgenius.com%2Fgo%2F10…>

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The Singing Angels return December 18
by Cassidy Theatre 28 Nov '23

28 Nov '23

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Shrek the Musical opens This Friday!
by Cassidy Theatre 28 Nov '23

28 Nov '23

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STAGED READING -- Millennial Theatre Project Presidents "Trial By Fire" July 6 at Akron-Summit County Public Library Auditorium
by Eric Mansfield 28 Nov '23

28 Nov '23

The Millennial Theatre Project is hosting a staged reading of Trial By Fire, written by Eric Mansfield Trial By Fire, an original drama written by award-winning playwright Eric Mansfield, will enjoy a public reading at the Akron-Summit County Public Library auditorium July 6 at 6:30 p.m. This will be the first public performance of the script, which follows a young woman of color in Ohio who is put on trial for allowing banned books to be used by her students. The Summit County Library system is supporting and programming the event<https://akronlibrary.libnet.info/event/8421356> as the debate over banned books has become a growing issue across the country. Francine Parr is directing the performance with actors from the Millennial Theatre Project bringing the play to life. The event is free, and there will be a short talkback following the staged reading. Where: Akron-Summit County Public Library, 60 South High Street, Akron, 44326 When: July 6, 6:30 p.m. Admission: Free Contact: Francine Parr, fparr(a)akroncivic.com<mailto:fparr@akroncivic.com> Eric Mansfield, eric(a)ericmansfieldwrites.com<mailto:eric@ericmansfieldwrites.com>

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Lake Effect Concert Band Holiday Pops Concert
by info＠snowbeltmusical.org 28 Nov '23

28 Nov '23

Kick off the holiday season with the Lake Effect Concert Band and special guest vocalists Vanessa Allen and Andrea Pintabona! This family-friendly concert will feature a variety of traditional and popular holiday favorites guaranteed to leave you feeling the holiday spirit! Wear your favorite "ugly Christmas sweater" and compete to be crowned the winner of our Ugly Christmas Sweater contest! Saturday, December 2, 4:00pm Berkshire High School 14155 Claridon Troy Rd, Burton Free; donations greatly appreciated. No tickets required. Onsite parking. ADA Accessible. Featured artists: Greg Hillis, conductor Vanessa Allen, soprano Andrea Pintabona, soprano Greg Hillis Executive Director Snowbelt Musical Arts Association www.snowbeltmusical.org <http://www.snowbeltmusical.org> 440-296-9610

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Sounds of St. James Lessons and Carols
by Ltrepal 28 Nov '23

28 Nov '23

On Sunday December 10 at 4:00pm the St. James and St. Clement choirs plus soloists will perform a versionof the Lessons and Carols service. Nine short scripture readings related to the promise and fulfillment of the Nativity will each be followed by a presentation of one of the great carols of the season. We hope this will be ajoyous ecumenical start to your holidays. We will conclude with a short Benediction and holiday refreshmentsdownstairs in Andrews Hall. Admission is free with a goodwill offering suggested which will be given to the performers. St. James Catholic Church 17514 Detroit Ave. Lakewood, OH 44107 -

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Music Lessons by Siobhan: Free Initial Trial Lesson in Piano, Voice, and Harp!
by Alannah McCarthy 28 Nov '23

28 Nov '23

Music Lessons by Siobhan: Free Initial Trial Lesson *Voice, Piano, and Harp. Ages 4 and up, all levels.* * Based in Rocky River. *12 years of teaching a holistic blend of Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and Suzuki approaches. University trained. *Free 15-20 minute trial lesson, I travel to students for in-home lessons on Piano, Voice and Harp! *Lessons are creatively tailored to the student, including theory, technique, artistry, and practicing strategies. To contact, please e-mail lessonsbysiobhan(a)gmail.com My link to my youtube lesson page is: https://youtube.com/channel/UCctaB07-8IUrU_IiA_ynRRw Siobhan McCarthy Musician and Teacher Lessons By Siobhan 330.810.0155 lessonsbysiobhan(a)gmail.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/siobhandmccarthy

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