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AUDITIONS for "Jacob Marley's Christmas Carol" on Wed., Aug. 9 at 7pm
by Clague Playhouse 08 Aug '23

08 Aug '23

*Audition Notice: * *JACOB MARLEY'S CHRISTMAS CAROL* by Tom Mula Directed by Jonathan Wilhelm *Auditions: *Wednesday, August 9, 2023 from 7-8:30 pm *Show Dates:* November 3 - December 3, 2023 on Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 8pm and Sunday at 2pm *(no show on Thanksgiving, Nov. 23)* *Story: *The flip-side of Charles Dickens' holiday classic as told through the journey of Ebenezer Scrooge's deceased business partner, Jacob Marley. The script is written in the style of Story Theater, where actors take multiple roles, alternate between narration and dialogue, break the fourth wall and incorporate pantomime. Story Theater makes inventive use of props and costume pieces with the actors creating the sound effects. *Characters: *The script calls for four performers. Auditions are open to performers of all races, ethnicities and gender identification. Those auditioning are encouraged, but not required, to bring any musical instruments they may play and perform 16 bars of any Christmas or holiday song. Auditioners are also encouraged to display any additional talents they may have, i.e. juggling, acrobatics, circus skills, dialects, etc. These are not requirements. All who are interested are encouraged to audition. Additional information can be found on our Audition Page <http://clagueplayhouse.org/index.php/auditions/>. Open auditions will be cold readings from the script. No appointment is necessary. Auditions will be held at Clague Playhouse, 1371 Clague Road, Westlake, Ohio 44145. - - - - - - - - - Clague Playhouse, Inc. 1371 Clague Road Westlake, OH 44145 news(a)clagueplayhouse.org 440-331-0403 www.clagueplayhouse.org *Follow us on **Facebook* <https://www.facebook.com/ClaguePlayhouse/> *!*

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Cast Announced - PETER AND THE STARCATCHER - Blank Canvas Theatre
by info blankcanvastheatre.com 08 Aug '23

08 Aug '23

Blank Canvas Theatre Presents PETER AND THE STARCATCHER By Rick Elice Music by Wayne Barker Based on the Novel by Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson Aug 25 – Sept 9 Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 8:00pm Sundays at 7:00pm A wildly theatrical, hilarious and innovative retelling of how a miserable orphan came to be The Boy Who Never Grew Up, Peter and the Starcatcher upends the century-old legend of Peter Pan. Based on the best-selling Disney-Hyperion novel, the play features a dozen actors portraying more than 100 unforgettable characters and uses their enormous talent, ingenious stagecraft and the limitless possibilities of imagination. Don't miss this epic origin story of one of popular culture's most enduring and beloved characters and discover the Neverland you never knew. RATED: PG RUN TIME: 2hrs 15mins Tickets: $25 To purchase tickets for this show CLICK HERE<http://www.blankcanvastheatre.com/peter-starcatcher-tickets/> To see the cast and staff for this production CLICK HERE<http://www.blankcanvastheatre.com/peter-starcatcher-tickets/> 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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NIGHT OF THE WITCH WORLD PREMIERE TICKETS
by Young Filmmakers Academy 07 Aug '23

07 Aug '23

YOUNG FILMMAKERS ACADEMY presents the Red Carpet Premiere of the short film “Night of the Witch.” The film, written directed, acted and produced by 40 northeast Ohio kids ages 12-17, tells the story of Mary Brown, a woman burned at the stake for practicing witchcraft who comes back to claim the souls of her descendants to achieve immortality and revenge. Under the guidance of mentors who have worked on films like The Avengers, Fast and the Furious, The Enormity of Life, A Man Called Otto and more, the film was produced in just four weeks and premieres August 18 at Sari Feldman Auditorium in Parma. You are cordially invited to attend and support these amazing kids. Tickets are available at https://www.youngfilmmakersacademy.org/red-carpet SEE YOU ON THE RED CARPET -- *Hortencia Swinderman - Administrator* *Young Filmmakers Academy* www.youngfilmmakersacademy.org <http://www.lakewoodyfa.com> *216.293.KIDS*

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AUDITIONS - Hunchback of Notre Dame by Mighty Goliath Productions (MGP)
by Mighty Goliath 07 Aug '23

07 Aug '23

*MGP will be celebrating it's 65th anniversary with the production of* *The Hunchback of Notre Dame February 2, 3, 4, 10 & 11, 2024* *What: Cast/Ensemble Group Auditions* *When: Sunday, August 13th at 1pm and Monday, August 14th at 6pm* *Where: St. Joseph Catholic Church Parish Center, 32946 Electric Blvd, * *Avon Lake, OH 44012 in the Auxiliary Gym* Mighty Goliath Productions (MGP) is a non-profit community theater steeped in a tradition of volunteers, service, family and fun. All participants, be it production staff, actors, musicians, or stage crafters volunteer their time and talent to bring joy to the community and raise funds for the Avon Lake Performing Arts Programs. MGP holds a non-traditional community theater rehearsal schedule, typically holding auditions in August and beginning full cast rehearsals in September/October and only on Friday evenings. Additional rehearsals may be scheduled on Sundays if needed. Please visit our website at (click here) <https://www.mightygoliath.com/current-productions> to view more information about the auditions, sign up and learn about who we are. Please feel free to reach out to us at mightygoliathproductions(a)gmail.com if you have any questions regarding our traditions, show season or production requirements. We thank you in advance for your interest and look forward to seeing you at auditions! Kind regards, Catherine Reeves Geib *President, MGP Board of Directors*

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Willy Wonka Auditions 1 Week Away!
by David Malinowski 07 Aug '23

07 Aug '23

The Fine Arts Association announces auditions for Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka Music & Lyrics by Leslie Bricusse and Anthony Newley Adapted for the Stage by Leslie Bricusse and Timothy Allen McDonald Based on the Book Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl Director: David Malinowski Musical Director: David A. Thomas Auditions – 5-minute timeslots Monday & Tuesday, August 14 & 15, 2023 beginning at 5:30 p.m. Callbacks: Wed, August 17, 2023 – by invitation only Rehearsals begin – October 2, 2023 Rehearsals will GENERALLY be Mondays thru Thursdays 6:00-10:00 p.m. & Sundays 1:00 – 5:00 p.m. Production Dates – November 24 – December 17, 2023 Fridays at 7:30 p.m. and Saturdays & Sundays at 2:00 p.m. Double Performance on Saturday, December 2, 2023 (2:00 pm & 7:30 pm) Possible Double Performance on Saturday, November 25 & December 16 (2:00 pm & 7:30 pm) - Appointment Required - 5 minute timeslots     Follow this link to our Sign Up Genius: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050D4FABA72BA1FA7-roald Audition Requirements: - Come prepared with 16-32 bars of a song in the style of the show. - Bring sheet music in the proper key. - An accompanist will play for all auditioners. - Bring a detailed list of your conflicts beginning October 2, 2023. This includes any school activities/events, sports activities/events and classes that would cause a missed scheduled rehearsal. All cast members must be available for tech week (November 19-22) - Please bring a headshot (school picture or snapshot will do). - Résumés will be accepted (not required) - Covid-19 Information: Currently, Fine Arts does not require masks.   Casting Information: - Needed: Cast of approximately 35+ - All roles are available, 13 principal/featured roles plus ensemble - All roles are open to the RIGHT person, regardless of age, gender, race, etc. - Auditions are open to all actors ages 6 to adult - No AEA contracts available for this production. For more information on the show and the characters, visit www.fineartsassociation.org/performance/audition<http://www.fineartsassociation.org/performance/audition> David Malinowski The Roger and Anne Clapp Chair of Performing Arts

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DAREN STAHL HEADSHOTS & PRODUCTION PHOTOGRAPHY
by beezersh＠aol.com 07 Aug '23

07 Aug '23

HELLO CLEVELAND! Auditions are abundant in town for production and film! Time for an updated look! Check out my rates and links below for headshots and other photo services. Happy auditioning to all, and be well! ~Daren Stahl Photography $120 for a 1/2 hour session and up to 3 digitally retouched photos are yours to keep AS WELL AS print release on the rest of the session. Indoor, outdoor, B&W or color. Longer sessions are available. Headshot Portfoliohttps://darenstahl.smugmug.com/Headshot-Sessions/Studioheadshots/"This has been a most enjoyable experience"~ Evelyn“Thank you for putting him at ease!” ~ A concerned mother :)"You have perfectly captured his essence -- his warmth and friendliness....we are so appreciative to have these images as we mark this big milestone ~JulieProduction Portfoliohttps://darenstahl.smugmug.com/Events/Production-Portfolio/ To view Daren's pricing page, click below. https://darenstahl.smugmug.com/Site-Pages/n-p8xckD/Pricing Contact Daren Stahl: dstahl1067(a)gmail.com OR you can contact me through the Smugmug links. See you soon!Daren Stahl Photographywww.darenstahl.smugmug.com

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Dark Room at CPT October 11th! Featured Reading and Open Mic - Free Beer!
by Mindy Herman via NEohioPAL 07 Aug '23

07 Aug '23

*The Dark Room at CPT on October 11th! * *This month: Featured Reading of Horatio by Greg Mandryk and 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, October 11th* The Church at CPT (Just east of the Gordon Square Theatre Box Office) Cleveland Public Theatre 6407 Detroit Ave, Cleveland, OH 44102 *7:00pm: *Sign-up begins for writers and actors (space is limited). Writers can bring up to 10 pages of work to be read; actors will be cast on the spot! *7:30pm: *Featured Reading of *Horatio* by Greg Mandryk *8:15pm:* Open Mic Session readings begin *And don't forget - FREE Great Lakes Brewing Company beer!* Suggested donation of $5 is welcomed at the door, but not required. *ABOUT THE FEATURED READING:* An abnormal, young man with an unnatural fear of death meets a girl who offers him a way to cheat his mortality... if he has the stomach for it.* Featuring* Jason Bogdany, Jordan Fleming, Jena Gross, Dayni Mahar and Jack Matuszewski. *ABOUT THE WRITER: *Greg Mandryk has performed as an actor and a comedian in the Northeast Ohio area for the past twenty years. As a writer, Greg has been a frequent contributor to the Dark Room and has had several of his short plays produced by various theatres in Ohio and (for some reason) Rhode Island. Open session readings are first come, first serve until all slots have been allotted. All submissions should be made to Mindy Herman at herman.mindy(a)gmail.com <https://remote.cptonline.org/owa/redir.aspx?C=1f797af3010b4ab1922624e9b2fd9…> or to John Busser at jpbusser(a)gmail.com <https://remote.cptonline.org/owa/redir.aspx?C=1f797af3010b4ab1922624e9b2fd9…> . See you in the Dark Room! -Mindy -- Mindy Childress Herman www.mindychildress.com herman.mindy(a)gmail.com

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Auditions this weekend-All Shook Up
by Emma Figge 07 Aug '23

07 Aug '23

French Creek Theatre is pleased to announce auditions for… “All Shook Up” By Joe DiPietro with music from the Elvis Presley songbook Directed and Choreographed by Emma Figge Music Directed by Eileen Moore The music of Elvis comes alive in All Shook Up. Inspired by Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night, All Shook Up follows a small Midwestern town that is thrown into a frenzy with the arrival of Chad, a good-looking, motorcycle-riding roustabout, who rides from town to town with a guitar on his back, blue suede shoes on his feet, and a song in his heart. Repressed by their conservative mayor, the town begins to come alive once more under Chad’s influence. Lovers meet, woo, pursue, and more, all in one zany night that will change the town forever. All Shook Up is a rocking, heartwarming tale about following dreams, opening up to love, and the power of music. PERFORMANCES: December 8-10 & 15-17, 2023 Friday & Saturday performances @ 7:30 PM Sunday performances @ 2:00 PM AUDITION DATES: Friday, August 11, 2023 - 6pm to 9pm Saturday, August 12, 2023 - 1pm to 3pm AUDITION & PERFORMANCE LOCATION: French Creek Theatre 4530 Colorado Ave., Sheffield Village, OH 44054 *AUDITIONS ARE BY APPOINTMENT ONLY FOR THOSE 16 YEARS OF AGE AND OLDER* To schedule an appointment please click the button below Audition Sign up <https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080E48AAAB2FA1F94-allshook> PREPARATION: Auditions will consist of readings from the script and a vocal selection. Please prepare 32 bars or 90 seconds of a song in the style of the show (Please, not from the show) -NO acapella or taped recordings at live auditions, please. -NO Sondheim, Jason Robert Brown or heavy ballad please. -Any dance auditions will be done at callbacks. WHAT TO BRING: - -Headshot and Resume - -A list of your conflicts from October 8-November 30th. Tech week starts December 1 and no conflicts will be accepted. CALLBACKS/DANCECALL: August 13 from 1pm to 4pm, if needed. REHEARSALS: Will begin around October 8, 2023 Rehearsals will run Sunday-Thursday (evenings) based on cast availability. This is a 8 week rehearsal process 6:30-9:30PM or 7:00-10PM *Some possible Saturday afternoon rehearsals (a read-through occurring in September 2023). AVAILABLE ROLES: Natalie Haller: a mechanic, a dreamer. Chad: a great-looking, motorcycling, guitar-playing, leather-jacketed roustabout. Dennis: a young, quirky, and awkward, aspiring dentist. Jim Haller: Natalie's widowed father. Sylvia: the no-nonsense, owner of Sylvia's Honky-Tonk. Miss Sandra: the beautiful, intellectual caretaker of the town's museum. Lorraine: Sylvia's high school daughter. Mayor Matilda Hyde (mid 40s-50s): the town's conservative mayor. Sheriff Earl (mid 40s-50s): the law in town. A man of not many words. Dean Hyde: Matilda's son. Grown up at a military boarding school Ensemble members(4-6): Heavy dance ensemble with additional features Roles are open to all races, ethnicities, gender/gender identities, body types, ages, and abilities, unless directly specified by the playwright as integral to their storytelling. Age range/gender listed below are the recommended ages/genders in the script, but are flexible to the interpretation. None of these parts are precast. ------------------------------ 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 emmafallonfigge(a)gmail.com for more information. If you are unable to make the currently scheduled audition times we encourage you to submit a video audition. Please prepare 32 bars or 90 seconds of a song in the style of the show (Please, not from the show). Record your audition and upload it to an unlisted Youtube video. Send the unlisted YouTube Video link as well a headshot, resume, and conflicts for the rehearsal period to emmafallonfigge(a)gmail.com All submissions are due by August 11th by Noon.

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Free Open House Dance Classes
by courtney 07 Aug '23

07 Aug '23

Help your child build confidence, poise, and establish life-long friendships! Tour the studio and try a free class while meeting exciting teachers. Cleveland City Dance’s annual August Open House is Saturday, August 12 from 9:30 am – 12:00 pm. Enjoy a FREE class and receive a gift; Space is limited. Reservations are required. Ages 3-5 Ballet, 11:45 am -12:15 pm Ages 6-9, Beginning Ballet 9:30 am-10:30 am Ages 10-14, Ballet I 11:30 am -12:30 pm with two years current experience Intermediate/Advance Ballet; 10:30 am-12:00 pm Registration required. Call today 216-295-2222! Classes are subject to change. Any families who attend the open house and register for classes on this open house day will receive $20 off the total tuition for the school year. The FREE classes may be used as a placement class for the upcoming fall season starting September 5. 2023. Nutcracker Audition information will be available for the City Ballet of Cleveland for The Uniquely Cleveland Nutcracker. For more information, please contact Cleveland City Dance at 216-295-2222 or info(a)clevelandcitydance.com mailto:info@clevelandcitydance.com

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Acting By Mistake Classes with William Roudebush
by Julie Gilliland 07 Aug '23

07 Aug '23

Back By Popular Demand! Acting By Mistake, written and classes led by William Roudebush Director William Roudebush (Beck Center's “Cat's Paw”) is offering a 5-week course based on his acclaimed book. "Acting By Mistake." This 2 and 1/2hour weekly class will run Monday evenings from 6:30PM to 9 PM at Beck Center starting Monday August 14th and concluding Monday September 18th (with no class on Labor Day, Sept. 4th) Tuition is $250 for the session. This same class is offered in NYC by instructor Roudebush for $500, but Beck Center is pleased to bring it to NE Ohio at a 50% discount. Class size is limited to 9 students so there will be a great deal of hands-on class time. Enroll today at beckcenter.org.<https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/beckcenter/activity/search/detail/101…>

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