May 2023 - NEohioPAL - lists.neohiopal.org

Auditions - Legally Blonde JR Buckeye Community Theatre
by Kimberly States 14 May '23

14 May '23

Buckeye Community Theatre in Medina announces auditions for Legally Blonde, Jr. http://bctohio.org/auditions Performances October 6th-8th 2023

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Workshop Players seeks directors for 2024-2025 season!
by Workshop Players 14 May '23

14 May '23

May 2023 The purpose of this letter is to recruit directors for Workshop Players’ 2024-2025 season. Following the pandemic shut down we were able to resume our normal play reading committee procedure and have put together an exciting, balanced season for 2023-24 with the help of five wonderful directors, including: *Death Trap* by Ira Levin, directed by Barry Saxon *Arsenic and Old* Lace, by Joseph Kesselring, directed by Kevin Cline *The Dining Room*, by A.R. Gurney, directed by David Stacko *12 Angry Jurors,* by Reginald Rose, directed by Dave MacKeigan *Rip Cord*, by David Lindsay-Abaire, directed by Judy MacKeigan We are hoping that you may be interested in submitting an application along with a list of plays you may be interested in directing. *The deadline for applying is August 1, 2023. * *We welcome new comedies as well as the tried and true; compelling dramas, small scale musicals, Christmas shows, and even children’s shows —- It is our focus to entertain!!! We hope you will want to be part of it all. * *Please submit to Play Reading Committee Chair Pat Price at* joeandpatprice(a)centurytel.net **if you have not directed with us before, please include a theatrical resume * **Submit 4-5 plays that you would be interested in directing at Workshop, along with synopsis of the play (*may be copied and pasted from licensing agent)*. * *** **Give a brief summary of why you believe the play would be effective in our unique theater-in-the-round space. * **Please be prepared to have at least one copy of each script available for the play reading committee should you be selected as one of the directors. * Workshop Players Theater is a non profit, *fully volunteer* theater. It is the longest running theater-in-the-round in Ohio (minus the pandemic break). We have a strong following in the surrounding community and hope that you would like to be part of our theatre family. Submitting directors may be interviewed by the Board of Trustees in August. * Due to the cost of production Workshop Players would do no more than one musical in a season, so if submitting musicals also include some straight plays to increase your chance of being chosen to direct. Be aware that our backstage space is very limited, making massive scene changes difficult.* We will strive to put together a balanced season based on what is submitted to us. Most of all thank you for your interest in our theater. Pat Price Play Reading Committee Chair Workshop Players Theater Amherst, OH 44001 -- Workshop Players Theatre 44820 Middle Ridge Road P.O. Box 1193, Amherst, OH 44001 Box Office: 440-634-0472 Find us on Facebook!

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HOT GOSS: The Improvised Musical at The Grog Shop May 16th
by Sam Dee 14 May '23

14 May '23

HOT GOSS: The Improvised Musical *Talk behind their backs & we sing to your fronts!* Improvisers from the Cleveland comedy scene perform an improvised musical with live piano and guitar accompaniment based on audience submitted gossip! Hosted by Sam Dee from Imposters Theater, Share-apy, Improv Death Match & creator of Mass Hysteria Comedy Fest. Live at the Grog Shop on May 16th 7 p.m. doors | 7:30 p.m. show All Ages $10; + $3 at door if under 21 Buy Tickets Here <https://grogshop.gs/event-details/13071335/hot-goss-the-improvised-musical/> or at the door! *Performers*: Sam Dee, Cam Godfrey, Joe Lewis, Olivia Taliaferro, Mike Frye, Jonah Roth, Joseph Maxwell, Ali Maxwell, and Erin McHugh.

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Berko review: KEN LUDWIG'S MORIARTY:A NEW SHERLOCK HOLMES ADVENTURE
by Roy Berko 13 May '23

13 May '23

* •••••••••••••••••••••••••••Capsule judgement: I wish I could say that the relationship of positive productions by CPH, Ludwig and Sherlock Holmes continue with their latest co-adventure. Unfortunately, I can’t. KEN LUDWIG’S MORIARTY: A NEW SHERLOCK HOLMES ADVENTURE is short on clever writing, adventure, humor, pace and enjoyment. Too bad!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: www.clevelandtheaterreviews.com <http://www.clevelandtheaterreviews.com/>••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••*

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80s-Style Jazzy Pop-Rock Duo Looking for More... (Mentor)
by Allan Ambrochowicz 12 May '23

12 May '23

Bassist / Keyboardist and Guitarist looking for more serious, long-term musicians for jazzy, pop-rock band. We have a ton of originals, but also cover various songs from the 70s and 80s. We're looking for a couple of singers, Saxophone / Flautist, auxiliary percussion, and/or keyboards. We play vocal songs and instrumentals, and range from Miles Davis to Steely Dan, Duran Duran to Swing Out Sister, Sade, and Everything But The Girl. In terms of modern groups, we really like Men I Trust, The Marias, and Cannons. We're trying to find the right mix of professional minded players who don't mind practicing a few times a week in Mentor, who do their homework, and who don't mind sticking with the band until we get things the way we like.

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Karamu House seeking a Technical Director
by Vonetta Flowers 12 May '23

12 May '23

TECHNICAL DIRECTOR (TD) | Karamu House (Cleveland, Ohio) seeks a full-time, 12-month salaried, Technical Director to coordinate the overall production and technical requirements for events in three theatres (Jelliffe, 200-seats Arena, 80-seats and Concert Hall, 60-seats) and other special event venues as assigned. The 2023-2024 season consists of (5) five main stage productions, various community events and external rentals. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITES FOR THE ROLE INCLUDE: • Operate, maintain, and safeguard the technical assets of the theatre, including supervising the use of lighting, sound, and communications equipment, as well as the use and maintenance of stage facilities. • Assist the Production Manager with determining the necessary technical supports, such as lighting, sound, staging, and special needs, for events and performances presented at the facility in advance of production dates aligned to production and event schedules. • Provide technical information, advise, and assist guest designers and artists with technical matters. • Advise Director of Production and Production Manager, and designers on the technical specifications, costs and usage of technical equipment required for each show and supervise the implementation of approved technical designs. • Interpret Designer’s work and create and distribute construction drafting to ensure staff are properly instructed on the assembly process and proficiently execute scenic builds. • Create weekly schedules for stage crew including over-hire crew. • Supervise and assist with set and stage construction and time management aligned to each build. • Assist in recruiting, training and assignment of volunteer or paid technical staff for individual shows. • Orient facility renters and visiting productions to safety, technical characteristics, and other areas of facility operations; facilitate the use of the technical facilities by the resident company and others engaged by or renting the facility. • Monitor the condition of equipment including lighting, sound, and rigging; arrange for repair and replacement within budgetary constraints; perform preventive maintenance on equipment. • Maintain inventory of shop equipment, materials, and order specialized supplies. • Attend technical week rehearsals, in order to supervise and assist in the technical aspects of the mounting of each show. • Attend all design and production meetings as well as postproduction meetings. • Make recommendations to the President + CEO, and theatre leadership, regarding capital purchases of technical equipment. QUALIFICATIONS The successful candidate will possess the following: • A minimum of a bachelor's degree in technical theatre. • A minimum of 2-5 years of experience as a Technical Director. • Experience operating and maintaining theatrical rigging, lighting, sound, and projection in a professional theatre. • Ability to work successfully under pressure to meet deadlines and goals. • Ability to work effectively with a team as well as individually. • Valid Driver’s license • Experience in Excel, Word, Outlook, AutoCAD computer software, Carpentry, Rigging and budgeting. COMPENSATION range: $45,000 to $55,000 commensurate with experience. Benefits include medical, paid time off, paid federal holidays, paid sick time and complimentary production tickets. TO APPLY Applicants for the position should send resumes, cover letter to: ATTN: Vonetta Flowers, Director of Production Karamu House 2355 E. 89th Street Cleveland, OH 44106 Email: submissions(a)karamuhouse.org (Last name & TD in the subject line) Vonetta Flowers Director of Production 2355 E. 89th Street, Cleveland, Ohio 44106 o: 216-795-7070 ext.213 c: 757-214-7577 karamuhouse.org<http://www.karamuhouse.org/> [cid:d7a73786-91de-4aed-9db5-3bfa186c6773] <https://www.facebook.com/KaramuHouse/> [cid:8849ec05-ee67-4dda-943d-9f84bc6ee16a] <https://twitter.com/karamuhouseinc> [cid:ac8536cc-ec56-4af5-9141-aa1ca0005596] <https://www.instagram.com/karamuhouseinc/> [cid:4bdbca7d-f1a3-4345-a17d-310d7556e604]<http://www.karamuhouse.org/>

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HBTI SpongeBob Auditions
by Russell, Bob 12 May '23

12 May '23

The Hathaway Brown Theatre Institute is still casting the roles of Mr. Krabs, Plankton and the Ensemble for our amazing show. Some Ensemble roles include Patchy the Pirate, sardines, Mob Fish, the Electric Skates, Larry the Lobster, Old Man Jenkins, etc. For full audition and production info, click the link below. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DHcySxgGsSXoaKwFB46l304uw6kkxMq0/edit?u… If you would like to audition - please prepare two contrasting song selections (1 uptempo and 1 ballad), approx. 16 bars each (approx. 30 seconds in length apiece) that showcases your performing abilities. Do not sing from the show. Please no a capella singing. PLEASE NOTE, you will need to sing to an accompaniment track for your audition video - no a capella singing. Once you have completed your videos, please email them directly to the Director, Bob Russell, at *bobrusselltheatrics(a)gmail.com* <bobrusselltheatrics(a)gmail.com> ASAP. Thank you. -- *Bob Russell* *HS Drama Director* *Drama/Thespian Advisor* *HS Auditorium Manager* *www.bobrusselltheatric.wix.com/theatrics <http://www.bobrusselltheatric.wix.com/theatrics>* https://sites.google.com/hudson.k12.oh.us/hudsonhighschooldramaclub/home -- Please note: This email and any response to it is being archived for later retrieval and may constitute a public record and therefore may be made available upon request in accordance with Ohio Public Records law (ORC 149.43). Please think GREEN before printing this email.

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Karamu House - Hiring Summer Teaching Artists
by Aseelah Shareef 12 May '23

12 May '23

SUMMER ARTS INTENSIVE - TEACHING ARTISTS Work with engaged students interested in performing arts training. Help prepare them for a culminating production! Programming takes place at: Karamu House 2355 E. 89th Street Cleveland, Ohio 44106 Available Positions: * Lead Drama Teaching Artist + Director – Serves as lead drama instructor. Creates the overall vision for the production and manages team to uphold the program’s vision in alignment to Karamu Arts Academy’s 4 pillars. Attends daily, arriving 30 minutes before the start and staying until all students have departed. Casts students and provides classroom lessons and management throughout the day/session. Completes associated administrative tasks. Maintains the organization of student’s information, emergency contacts, and production plans (costumes/props/sound needs). Works with the stage manager to ensure proper communication with families. (Weekly $1000 stipend) * Vocal Music Teaching Artist + Music Director – Instructs students on vocal fundamentals and teaches (4) musical pieces (ensemble and solos) for the Summer Arts production. The music director will be present at auditions on May 12 + May 13, prepared to assess students’ vocal abilities and strengths. Music will be selected from Ain’t Misbehavin, The Color Purple, and The Bubbly Black Girl Sheds Her Chameleon Skin. This role will provide vocal coaching and instruction 3 days per week 10:00 AM-3:00 PM, Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. The Music Director will also support coordination of the band/ musicians for performances. ($500 weekly stipend) * Dance Teaching Artist + Choreographer – Creates choreography for (4) musical numbers while teaching students dance technique. The dance instructor will be present Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, 10:00 AM-3:00 PM. Fridays will serve as collaboration days for vocal and dance. Production choreography will include (2) full ensemble pieces and (2) small group pieces. The choreographer will have a teachable dance piece for the auditions to assess auditioning students’ abilities. ($500 weekly stipend) Summer Schedule + Details * Dates: June 12 – July 28, 2023 * Days: Monday through Friday * Times: 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM * Age Range: Grades 7 – 12; max 60 students * Mandatory in-person Professional Development: May 23, May 24, and May 25, 2023, from 4:30 PM -7:00 PM (Paid) * Production Meeting: June 1, 2023, at 1:00 PM (virtual or in-person) TO APPLY – No Phone Calls Please. Applicants for the position should send resume, cover letter to: careers(a)karamuhouse.org -- include SUMMER ARTS in the subject line.

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URGENT PAID Casting call: Male actor needed for last second casting call for music video
by Superstrykr55 55 12 May '23

12 May '23

Great afternoon we are looking for a male actor to portray a background "dancer", Tony Hawk (skateboarder), and Josh Manson (pro ice hockey player) tomorrow for a music video of kevin oblocki <https://www.youtube.com/@k-block/videos>. Its is a comedy parody of "baby got back" by sir mix a lot *Position title: *Background Dancer, Tony Hawk, Josh Manson *Paid: *$30 cash in person *Location:* Meet at Steelyard commons at 10am *should take about 3/4 hours In interested please reply ASAP to this email include any videos/headshots/previous work

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12th Annual Michael Chekhov Acting Technique Conference at GLMCC!
by Jamie Koeth 12 May '23

12 May '23

THE GREAT LAKES MICHAEL CHEKHOV CONSORTIUM 12th ANNUAL CONFERENCE! Find power and inspiration by experiencing this incredible ACTING TECHNIQUE THIS JUNE at KENT STATE UNIVERSITY! WHO IS THIS FOR? This ACTING TECHNIQUE is for ACTORS & ACTING TEACHERS, both professionals and experienced amateurs, who yearn to enrich their craft! * Applicants must be at least 18 years of age AND have either completed one year of higher education OR submit a letter of recommendation for this program from a theatre practitioner (director, instructor, etc.) for consideration to cla2(a)case.edu<mailto:cla2@case.edu> WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT? * We are a CERTIFIED TEACHING PROGRAM of the Michael Chekhov Acting Technique (One of only two in the USA) * We are the ONLY Chekhov organization sponsored by a university * We are led by founding directors and CERTIFIED MASTER TEACHERS Catherine Albers (Professor Emeritus in Theatre-CWRU) and Lionel Walsh (Professor of Acting-University of Windsor, Canada) * We are supported by a full faculty of CERTIFIED ASSOCIATE TEACHERS (including local AEA and SAG/AFTRA actors Christopher Bohan & Jamie Koeth) * In our 12 YEARS we have trained and certified actors and teachers from all over the world who continue to spread the joy of this inspired work! * This year’s conference will take place IN PERSON at KSU! FIND OUT! VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3jqlsI6SGkY WEBSITE: https://www.greatlakesmichaelchekhovconsortium.com<https://www.greatlakesmichaelchekhovconsortium.com/> INQUERIES: cla2(a)case.edu<mailto:cla2@case.edu> “There is no art without joy.” -Michael Chekhov

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