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Berko review: SOMETHING ROTTEN! @ cvlt
by Roy Berko 30 Mar '23

30 Mar '23

*•••••••••••••••••••••••••••* *Capsule judgment: The ultimate test of the worth of a production, is the audience’s reaction. In the case of CVLT’s SOMETHING ROTTEN!, the in-production laughing, applause and after-the final curtain comments by the audience, were positive feedback. If you like musical theater, and want to experience a nicely conceived community theatre production this is it!* *To read the entire review go to: *https://royberkinfo.blogspot.com/ *••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••*

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Auditions for MISERY at French Creek Theatre
by Christopher M Bizub 30 Mar '23

30 Mar '23

French Creek Theatre is pleased to announce auditions for… “Misery” by William Goldman | Based on the novel by Stephen King Directed by Chris Bizub Misery follows successful romance novelist Paul Sheldon, who is rescued from a car crash by his “number one fan,” Annie Wilkes, and wakes up captive in her secluded home. While Paul is convalescing, Annie reads his latest book and becomes enraged when she discovers the author has killed off her favorite character, Misery Chastain. Annie forces Paul to write a new Misery novel, and he quickly realizes Annie has no intention of letting him go anywhere. The irate Annie has Paul writing as if his life depends on it, and it does. PERFORMANCES: September 15, 16, 17, 22, 23, & 24, 2023 Friday & Saturday performances @ 7:30 PM Sunday performances @ 2:00 PM AUDITIONS: AUDITION DATES: Saturday, June 3, 2023 - 11 am to 2 pm Saturday, June 10, 2023 - 11 am to 2 pm AUDITION & PERFORMANCE LOCATION: French Creek Theatre, Ewing Hall 4530 Colorado Ave., Sheffield Village, OH 44054 *AUDITIONS ARE BY APPOINTMENT ONLY* To schedule an appointment please click the button below SCHEDULE AN AUDITION APPOINTMENT<https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0548ADAF2BA6F94-misery> PREPARATION: Auditions will consist of readings from the script. WHAT TO BRING: * Headshot and Resume * A list of your August 2023-September 2023 conflicts CALLBACKS: June 11th from 10:00 am to 11:30 am, if needed. REHEARSALS: Sundays through Thursdays, July 31st through September 14th, 2023 - 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm* *Some possible Saturday afternoon rehearsals (a read-through occurring in July 2023). AVAILABLE ROLES: * Annie Wilkes: (F, can play 30s - 60s) A former nurse, suffering from a severe form of Bipolar Disorder. Annie is a dangerously unstable person with a personality that can radically shift from saccharine sweet to deadly serious. She is Paul Sheldon’s self-proclaimed “number-one fan.” While nursing Paul back to health after a near-fatal car accident, she discovers that Paul has killed her favorite character “Misery Chastain” in his latest novel. Desperate to bring her back, Annie uses her considerable power over Paul’s health to leverage him into writing a new novel “Misery’s Return” *Character will participate in potentially some rigorous stage combat sequences* * Paul Sheldon: (M, can play 40s - 50s) A best-selling author made famous by the “Misery Chastain” novels, a series Victorian romance books. He has recently completed a manuscript for a new novel that he considers a more artistically fulfilling work than his bread and butter “Misery” novels. On the same day, he experiences a severe car accident that leaves him immobile and near death due to catastrophic leg injuries. When he meets his “dangerously crazy” number-one fan Anne Wilkes, Paul must use every tool in his mental arsenal to survive his predicament. *Character will participate in potentially some rigorous stage combat sequences* * Buster: (M or F, can play 20s – 60s). The “Barney Fife-ish” town sheriff investigating Paul Sheldon’s disappearance. *Character will participate in a stage combat falls* ________________________________ If you have any questions or cannot attend auditions, but would still like to set up a time to audition, please feel free to contact the director at cmb164(a)1870.uakron.edu<mailto:cmb164@1870.uakron.edu> for more information. If you are unable to make the currently scheduled audition times on June 3rd, or 10th we encourage you to submit a video audition. Please prepare a monologue from a contemporary theatre piece 2-3 minutes in length. Record your audition and upload it to an unlisted Youtube video. Send the unlisted YouTube Video link as well a headshot, resume, and completed audition forms to cmb164(a)1870.uakron.edu<mailto:cmb164@1870.uakron.edu>. All submissions are due by June 3rd by Midnight.

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Trumpet in the Land auditions for summer season
by Mark Durbin 30 Mar '23

30 Mar '23

*Trumpet in the Land*, Ohio's longest running outdoor drama, is looking for talented performers and technicians for its upcoming 2023 summer season in New Philadelphia, Ohio. A local audition and technical interviews will be held on Saturday, April 1 st beginning at 10:00 A.M. in the Tuscarawas County Welcome Center located at 124 E. High Ave., New Philadelphia. The summer schedule will also include productions of *Fiddler on the Roof*, *Circus Time* and a Broadway musical revue. Actors, singers, dancers and technicians must be 18 and over. *All positions are **paid.* Now in its 54th season, *Trumpet in the Lan*d outdoor drama – Ohio’s official state play – utilizes all the elements of theatre while retelling the compelling story of Ohio’s first settlement, Schoenbrunn, during the tumultuous Revolutionary War era. Pulitzer prize-winning playwright Paul Green’s script is set in the very hills once traveled by those portrayed in the show at the picturesque Schoenbrunn Amphitheatre in New Philadelphia. Technical applicants must provide a photo and resume of work experience, including references. Available positions include stage manager, carpenter, properties, electrician and costumer. Performers must provide a photo and resume and are asked to prepare a 1-2 minute monologue from any play or musical and 16-32 bars of a song. An accompanist and cd/mp3 player will be provided. A cappella singing is not acceptable. For more information or to reserve an audition time, call 330-364-5111 or email trumpet(a)frontier.com Those not able to attend this one day only audition can submit a video audition to trumpet(a)frontier.com NO LATER THAN April 10th. Please include “Trumpet in the Land Audition” in the subject line of the email and attach a headshot and resume to the email along with the video or link to video. Actors of all abilities, ethnicities and gender identities are encouraged to audition. Productions will be directed by Joseph Bonamico with choreography by Bart Herman and music direction by Zachary Rusk. Rehearsals for the summer season will begin June 5th and shows will be performed June 23 - August 19, 2023. Performers also can be considered for the post-summer season, which includes Stephen Sondheim’s *Assassins*, September 8 & 9, and John Mattera’s *Dracula*, October 6, 7, 13, 14.

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Seeking Actors for June Showcase (PAID): Oberlin Wellington Rescue Theater Project
by Hannah Dougall 30 Mar '23

30 Mar '23

Seeking Actors for June 6-25, ‘23 Showcase: The Oberlin Wellington Rescue Theater Project What: Workshop and Showcase of a new play by playwright Ifa Bayeza and directed by Tony Sias, exploring a transformative chapter of the history of the Underground Railroad (see synopsis below). (www.owrproject.org) *PAID ENGAGEMENT. * When: Projected Rehearsal Dates: Tuesday, June 6 - June 21 (Schedule to be created around actors' availability); Performance Dates: Thursday, June 22 - Sunday, June 25 (Th-Sat. Evenings, Sunday matinee). How to Submit: ASAP to Debra Wise, Producing Artistic Director, dwise(a)centralsquaretheater.org <dwise(a)undergroundrailwaytheater.org>: Headshot/Resume, Paragraph re interest in project, and all availability (day and evening) for the rehearsal and performance dates. Who: A multi-racial cast of 12-15 actors to represent black and white residents of 1850’s Oberlin/Wellington/Cleveland, ranging in ages 12-80. Actors of all racial, ethnic, and gender identities, as well as physical abilities, are invited to submit. Characters will be drawn from various regions, and with various dialects and hues. Though it is not required to be a singer to audition, an ability to sing and a willingness to improvise/explore are a plus. Union and non-union actors are invited to submit. Audition Process: After initial submissions are reviewed by Director and Playwright, self-tape audition invitations will be emailed, along with sides, character descriptions, and compensation details. Questions: Debra Wise, dwise(a)centralsquaretheater.org <dwise(a)undergroundrailwaytheater.org>, 617-645-2046 Synopsis of Play: The Rescue of John Price 1858. At the height of the frenzy over the Fugitive Slave Act, 18-year-old, illiterate captive John Price makes his way over the frozen Ohio River to the abolitionist sanctuary and utopian college town of Oberlin. While its citizens, white and black, fugitive and free, have pledged to live together equally and let no slave be taken from their midst, John quickly discovers that the town’s ideals are far from reality. Yet, when he is abducted by Kentucky slave-hunters, the town folk, despite their differences, rally en masse to free him and get him to safe haven in Canada. The joy of liberation is dashed, however, as John confronts a cold and lonely place and the rescuers are put on trial and jailed. While some congratulate themselves on their small victory, others, through the conditions of their imprisonment, come to understand the toll of enslavement. Two decide that the only way to rescue the nation is through radical revolution, and John, himself, is still in quest of true freedom. Based on actual history, the inside story of the little town that started the Civil War. *Hannah Dougall *| *she/her* Marketing & Engagement Coordinator Department of Theater & Dance Oberlin College & Conservatory Hall Annex rm 209 T: 440-775-8580

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Call for Artists - Painting the Town: Art Competition for Utility Box Designs
by Shaker Arts Council 30 Mar '23

30 Mar '23

Painting the Town: Art Competition for Utility Box Designs Building on the success of several years of traffic utility box projects, the Shaker Arts Council (SHAC) is pleased to announce this year’s project: *Painting the Town*. SHAC is sponsoring a juried *art competition* for the design of *utility boxes* located in Shaker Heights. Local artists are invited to participate. Please download the *attached template and application* *here <https://www.shakerartscouncil.org/utility-box-design-competition-applicatio…>*. All designs must be submitted electronically on the template provided. Designs and applications must be submitted to SHAC via email ( info(a)shakerartscouncil.org) no later than *Monday **10 April 2023.* Eligibility: Applicants must be at least 21 years old and live or work in Shaker Heights. Applicants who reside in the Shaker Heights School District or are a member of the Shaker Arts Council also are eligible. Learn how to become a member *here* <https://www.shakerartscouncil.org/membership-form.html>. Artists whose designs have been installed in three (3) consecutive years may not apply. Applicants may submit more than one (1) design, but each must be submitted in a separate email. There are no entry fees. Artists retain all copyrights to their artwork. Artists whose designs are selected will receive a $500.00 stipend after the work is installed. All entries must be anonymous. *Do not sign your submittal nor indicate your name on the submitted design document.* André Taylor, Art Educator, will serve as this year’s jury chair. Since all of the boxes have slightly different dimensions, artists whose work is selected may have to reformat their designs to fit the matched boxes. Design Criteria: - Black or very dark backgrounds are not permitted. - Words are not permitted in the designs, per the City of Shaker Heights code. - Art created in non-digital media must be digitized for submittal. - Final designs must be submitted as camera-ready, 600 dpi files. By submitting a design proposal, all artists agree to: - allow SHAC to use images of the designs on printed materials, websites and social media for promotional purposes only; - allow SHAC to photograph the work; - allow SHAC to submit the proposal to the city’s Shaker Heights Arts Task Force for their final approval and to obtain the artist’s modification of the design, if necessary, to meet the city’s requirements. Artists whose works are not selected are welcome to ask SHAC for jury feedback. *---Amara Romano* *Administrative Assistant **Shaker Arts Council ** shakerartscouncil.org <http://shakerartscouncil.org>*

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Just 2 weeks left to see "Ada and the Engine" at Clague Playhouse
by Clague Playhouse 30 Mar '23

30 Mar '23

A Historical Drama *Ada and the Engine* *by Lauren Gunderson* *Directed by Anne McEvoy* *through April 8, **2023** on Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 8pm and Sunday at 2pm* As the British Industrial Revolution dawns, young Ada Byron Lovelace (daughter of the flamboyant and notorious Lord Byron) sees the boundless creative potential in the “analytic engines” of her friend and soulmate Charles Babbage, inventor of the first mechanical computer. Ada envisions a whole new world where art and information converge—a world she might not live to see. A music-laced story of love, friendship, and the edgiest dreams of the future. Jane Austen meets Steve Jobs in this poignant pre-tech romance heralding the computer age. Featured in our cast are Eileen Canepari as Mary Sommerville, DeLee Cooper as Lady Anabella Byron, Nicole Coury as Ada Byron Lovelace, Andrew Keller as Lord Lovelace, Keith Kornajcik as Byron and Brian Pedaci as Charles Babbage. Admission is $21 for adults, $20 for seniors (60+), and $13 for students (any age with a valid ID) and may be purchased by calling the Box Office at 440-331-0403 Wednesday through Saturday from 1-6 p.m. or visiting www.clagueplayhouse.org. Clague Playhouse is located at 1371 Clague Road in Westlake. Limited free student tickets (high school and college) are available by calling the Box Office at 440-331-0403 to reserve for any Clague Playhouse Thursday performance, and showing a student ID at the time of ticket pickup.

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Encountering the Michael Chekov Technique at the Balch
by Tessa Gaffney 30 Mar '23

30 Mar '23

*What* Encountering the Michael Chekov Technique with Jakub Margosiak *When* Saturday, April 15 from 10AM-2PM AND Sunday, April 16 from 10AM-2PM *Where* Center for Applied Theatre and Active Culture 220 South Balch Street, Akron, OH 44302 *Cost* $100 for two-day workshop *Parking/Accessibility* Parking lot and street parking available. Elevator available for disabled persons. *Description *The course is an intensive and deep introduction to the Michael Chekhov technique. Michael Chekhov developed a fully psycho-physical approach offering simple tools for working with the imagination, body and emotions. This technique engages the actor's entire body and stimulates his psyche and emotional states, enabling the actor to transform into another character. During the course we will be exploring what it means to really engage the whole body in the physical actions and how rich the psychological response to it can be. Workshops designed for actors, dancers, performers, people interested in self-development. The great advantage of Michael Chekhov technique is that it allows you to use imagination in order to create a character, helps you to deeply connect with your body and understand the intangible, psychological processes happening within the body, allows to reconnect with your creative energy. The class will consist of a few tools from Michael Chekhov technique: - - Qualities of Movement - - 3 centers: Willing, Feeling, Thinking - - Expansion – Contraction - - Psychological Gesture *About the Instructor *Jakub Margosiak is an actor, dancer, director. A graduate of the Acting Department of the AST National Academy of Theatre Arts in Cracow and a freelance student at the Department of Dance Theater in Bytom (Poland). Ph.D. student at The Film School in Lodz (Poland). Awarded Fulbright Scholarship for conducting research about Michael Chekhov technique in the U.S. Awarded: Rector’s scholarship and Scholarship for The Best Ph.D. student at The Film School in Lodz, Scholarship of Tarnow City Mayor, Scholarship of Silesian Region. Founder of the Living Space Theatre – director of award-winning performances: “Ferdydurke”, “Jesus Christ, Refugee!”, “Kaj dzias”, “Shapes.” He led workshops and gave a lecture at the 35th International Theater Institute World Congress in Segovia (Spain). He taught Michael Chekhov acting technique among others at: The New School (NYC), Guangzhou Academy of Fine Arts (China), Xi’an Concert Hall (China), Busan International Performing Arts Festival (South Korea), The Machulski’s Acting School (Poland) and The Film School (Poland). Register here <https://www.catac-akron.com/michael-chekov-technique>; space is limited! -- *Tessa Gaffney **(she/her)* *Marketing Mage,* Center for Applied Theatre and Active Culture Instagram: @catac.akron *Co-Leader, *QuTheatr Instagram: @qu_theatr

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Werewolf Hybrid
by Eddie Fright 30 Mar '23

30 Mar '23

Want to be in a Werewolf movie?Seeking a female actress to play a Hybrid Werewolf.Interested send Headshot and resume. Fright Teck pictures http://www.frightteckpictures.com

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Ohio's Number One Film Program for Kids & Teens! Summer Camp and After School Programs
by Young Filmmakers Academy 29 Mar '23

29 Mar '23

*Young Filmmakers Academy* is like no other program in northeast Ohio. Created on the principles of creativity, inclusion, diversity and teamwork, YFA is dedicated to offering a safe, structured environment where aspiring young artists can learn to express themselves, meet like-minded friends, have fun and feel comfortable under the guidance of our *OSCAR NOMINATED, EMMY WINNING* mentors. Through programs like The award-winning *Summer Filmmaking Camp and The 8 Week Film School* students learn the ins and outs of *screenwriting, cinematography, post-production, special effects, set design and more. * *8 WEEK FILM SCHOOL* YFA is currently accepting students for the next session, beginning *April 4*. Students will be recreating the famous Michael Jackson's *THRILLER* video, complete with special effects makeup! There are only a few spots left so enroll today at https://www.youngfilmmakersacademy.org/8-week-class *ADVANCED SUMMER FILM CAMP* Now in our sixth year, the three week long workshop is broken into three segments. *Week One, Screenwriting and Pre-Production. Week 2, Filming and Acting. Week 3, Editing and Digital Effects. *Whether they fancy themselves a director, a boom operator, a set designer, actor, etc. the format allows for the student to dictate how they contribute to the project. The film will be screened August 18 at a *RED CARPET PREMIERE.* This camp is for students ages 12-17. Dates: July 10-28 from 9am-3pm. Enroll at https://www.youngfilmmakersacademy.org/summer-program *BEGINNERS SUMMER PROGRAM* Every journey begins with a first step. This program is geared towards our younger students (ages 8-11). It's a week-long workshop designed to give our younger kids a taste of what the advanced workshop is all about. Students in this age range who have attended previous camps can be grandfathered into the advanced program if they choose. The students of this class will also attend the *RED CARPET PREMIERE.* where their project will screen before the main attraction. Dates: June 5-9 from 10am-2pm Enroll at https://www.youngfilmmakersacademy.org/summer-program *SEE YOU ON THE SET!*

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Spring Classes Registering Now!
by Heather Utsler-Smith 29 Mar '23

29 Mar '23

Talespinner Children's Theatre has a fantastic array of spring class opportunities, for children ages 0-14! This session features the following: A "parent-and-me" class for children ages 0-3, "First Stages: Spring Celebration" for children ages PreK-1st grade, "Acting Adventures: Actors, Assemble!," and "Improv Adventures: Fill in the Blank!" for children 2nd grade through 6th grade, and "Dungeons and Dragons and Drama" for students 4th grade through 8th grade. For more information, or detailed class descriptions, visit www.talespinnercle.org/classes, or contact Matt at education(a)talespinnercle.org.

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