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Announcing Our Cast for "Other Desert Cities"
by Clague Playhouse News 03 Jan '24

03 Jan '24

*Other Desert Cities* *by Jon Robin Baitz * *directed by Fred Sternfeld* *January 11 - February 3, 2019* Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 8pm and Sunday at 2pm *Our Cast:* *John Q. Bruce* as Lyman *Leighann DeLorenzo* as Brooke *Anne McEvoy* as Polly *James Rankin* as Trip *Valerie Young* as Silda Brooke Wyeth returns home to Palm Springs after a six-year absence and announces that she is about to publish a memoir, dredging up a family tragedy from the past. The family, shaken by the news, tries to appeal to Brooke, but the writer has drawn a line in the sand. *Note: Contains adult language.* Clague Playhouse is located at 1371 Clague Road in Westlake. Show tickets are $18 for adults, $17 for seniors (60+), and $10 for students (any age with a valid ID) and may be purchased by calling the Box Office 440-331-0403 <(440)%20331-0403> Wed.-Sat. 1-6pm or visiting our website: www.clagueplayhouse.org. FREE STUDENT TICKET THURSDAYS: limited FREE Student Tickets (high school and college) are available by calling the Box Office at 440-331-0403 <%28440%29%20331-0403> to reserve for any Clague Playhouse Thursday performance, and showing a Student ID at the time of ticket pickup. No online reservations can be taken for these free tickets. Free Student Ticket Thursdays are subject to availability and must be picked up by 7:30 pm the night of the performance or will be released. - - - - - - - - - Clague Playhouse 1371 Clague Rd. Westlake, OH 44145 (440) 331-0403 <javascript:void(0);> Box Office Hours Wed. - Sat. 1-6pm www.ClaguePlayhouse.org "Like" us on Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/ClaguePlayhouse/>!

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Happy New Year! (Please Read: IMPORTANT MESSAGE from Fred, Noah, Dan & Conrad about NEohioPAL)
by Fred Sternfeld 01 Jan '24

01 Jan '24

Dear Subscribers, Happy New Year! We hope you had a fantastic holiday season and that live performance opportunities are starting to open up once again for you, or your organization. The last (almost) two years have been tough on everybody. As you might be aware, every year we normally do a one month campaign asking for contributions in support of Neohiopal. Last year we decided not to do a formalized campaign at all since so many people and organizations were so adversely impacted economically. Even with no campaign for funds, some of you generously contributed anyway. Those people (and also from 2020) who contributed and chose to have their name or organization listed are at this link <http://www.fredsternfeld.com/neohiopal/northeast-ohio-performing-arts-list-…> . This email is the launch of our one month campaign for contributions to support Neohiopal. If it is within your means, or your organization's budget to contribute, your support is greatly appreciated. NEohioPAL is now in its 24th year of providing people like you a valuable tool that draws together Northeast Ohio's arts community. Your donation keeps this unique performing arts resource alive and free to all readers and posters. NEohioPAL supporters are performers, artists and arts lovers who recognize the value of staying in touch with our region's arts scene. They are also people who realize that we have some very real expenses: web hosting, bandwidth, utilities, supplies and our time keeping the site free of SPAM and running smoothly. If you have ever learned of an audition, found a job, promoted your event or had a great night out at a performance, please consider supporting our efforts through a donation. To donate, please go to http://www.fredsternfeld.com/support-neohiopal/. At that site you will find many ways to volunteer your financial support: Paypal, Venmo, Google Pay, Apple Pay, Zelle or by check. Here are suggestions to help you decide what to donate: 3 cents per day = $10 per year 14 cents per day = $50 per year 20 cents per day = $75 per year *27 cents per day = $100 per year* *50 cents per day = $182.50 per year* *1 dollar per day = $365 per year* Thanks for your participation in making the arts scene in Northeast Ohio vibrant and collaborative. Warm Regards, Fred Sternfeld <http://t.sidekickopen08.com/e1t/c/5/f18dQhb0S7lC8dDMPbW2n0x6l2B9nMJW7t5XZs5…> NEohioPAL founder and administrator Noah Budin <http://t.sidekickopen08.com/e1t/c/5/f18dQhb0S7lC8dDMPbW2n0x6l2B9nMJW7t5XZs5…>, Daniel Alpern NEohioPAL associate administrators Conrad Yoder Webmaster P.S. We will post this message to NEohioPAL several times over the next month. After that, we will not do a direct "ask" again until this time next year. If a modest donation is not in your budget this month, information on how to support NEohioPAL will always be in the footer of each message. http://www.fredsternfeld.com/support-neohiopal/ fredsternfeld(a)neohiopal.org http://www.fredsternfeld.com/neohiopal/ <http://www.fredsternfeld.com/neohiopal.htm>

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Mary Bridget Davies STARS in Joseph at Beck Center
by Julie Gilliland 13 Dec '23

13 Dec '23

Beck Center For The Arts Announces Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Starring Tony Nominee Mary Bridget Davies as Narrator Lakewood, OH-Beck Center for the Arts<http://www.beckcenter.org/> is pleased to announce Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat<https://www.concordtheatricals.com/p/44899/joseph-and-the-amazing-technicol…>. Running December 1- December 30, 2023, in the Senney Theater, this musical is guaranteed to bring the whole family together to enjoy all genres of music and a brilliantly colorful production. This beloved musical features lyrics by Tim Rice<https://www.concordtheatricals.com/a/1974/tim-rice> and music inspired by Andrew Lloyd Webber<https://www.concordtheatricals.com/a/115318/andrew-lloyd-webber>. Joseph and the Amazing Dreamcoat Musical Director, Larry Goodpaster, alongside Director Scott Spence will create a hit for all ages on the Senney stage. Lauren Tidmore delivers eye-catching choreography. This compelling family-friendly musical is irresistibly entertaining. Patrons will go on the journey of the trials and triumphs of Joseph, the favorite son of father Jacob, and Israel. If only his brothers agreed! Beck Center is thrilled to bring aboard Mary Bridget Davies<https://www.facebook.com/marybridgetdaviesofficial> as The Narrator. A Cleveland native, this professional singer and actress wowed audiences at Cleveland Play House and around the country in Love, Janis. She then won the lead role in Broadway's A Night With Janis Joplin for which she received a 2014 Tony Award(r) nomination for "Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical." Audiences are in for a treat when this hometown girl brings her talents to Beck Center. Starting September 1, 2023, fans can purchase her new album, Freedom of My Mind.<https://www.broadwayworld.com/bwwmusic/article/Mary-Bridget-Davies-to-Recor…> Click here<http://itunes.apple.com/album/id1697527717?ls=1&app=itunes> to pre-order this album. Artistic Director, and director of this musical production, Scott Spence stated, "Mary Bridget and I have been talking for several years about a Beck Center homecoming and a project to work on together, and finally the stars have aligned! We're looking forward to rocking this production of Joseph and bringing Mary Bridget's immense talents to the Senney Theater Stage this December!" Running December 1- December 30, 2023, in the Senney Theater, with additional dates of Saturday, December 2 at 2:30 pm matinee, Saturday December 9 at 2:30 pm and 7:30 pm, curtain, same for Saturday December 16, 2023. Saturday December 23 and 30, 2023 are at 2:30 pm only. Additional weekday performances include Thursday December 14, 21, and 28 at 7:30 pm. Ticket prices range from $38 (adults), $34 (for seniors 65 and older) $17 for students with valid ID, and $12 for children between five and 12 years of age. A $3 service fee per single ticket will be applied at time of purchase. Adults and seniors save $5 off theater tickets when they use promo code DREAMS before Nov 27, 2023.Curtain times are 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 2:30 p.m. Sundays. Preview performance is 7:30 p.m. the Thursday before opening night, with general-admission seating for just $10. Smart Seats(r) are available for each performance at just $10 per person. Recommended for ALL ages (5 years old and older). For more information on Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, please visit beckcenter.org<https://www.beckcenter.org/shows/joseph>. This musical is presented through special arrangement with Concord Theatricals. All performances are at theaters inside Beck Center for the Arts<http://www.beckcenter.org/> located at 17801 Detroit Avenue in Lakewood, just ten minutes west of downtown Cleveland. Free onsite parking is available. For more information visit beckcenter.org<http://www.beckcenter.org/>. Beck Center for the Arts is proud to be a part of Northeast Ohio's professional theater landscape, operating under a letter of agreement with Actors' Equity Association. We are a Small Professional Theater (SPT) based on the number of seats, number of our performances, and the maximum weekly hours of work we provide to actors. We produce every show on our stages, by choosing the play, casting and rehearsing it, building the sets, props, and costumes, directing and performing the live music, and designing lights and sound. We proudly utilize regional resources and talent. Beck Center for the Arts also offers arts education for all ages, skill levels, and abilities with classes and lessons in music, dance, visual arts, and theater, as well as creative arts therapies. Financial assistance is offered for qualified applicants so that these programs can be enjoyed by all. Programming at Beck Center for the Arts is made possible through the generous support of the Ohio Arts Council. Beck Center gratefully acknowledges the generous funding provided by the citizens of Cuyahoga County through Cuyahoga Arts and Culture. Beck Center for the Arts thanks their 90th season Marquee Sponsor, First Federal Lakewood.

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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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Political Thriller Cat's-Paw
by Julie Gilliland 17 Oct '23

17 Oct '23

Beck Center For The Arts Announces Political Thriller Cat's-Paw Beck Center for the Arts<http://www.beckcenter.org/> is pleased to announce masterful political thriller, Cat's-Paw as the opener to the historic 90th season in the intimate Studio Theater. The 90th season will start in the same space the Lakewood Little Theatre began years ago. Written by award-winning playwright William Mastrosimone <https://www.concordtheatricals.com/a/1890/william-mastrosimone> , and directed by Beck Center alum and NYC professional William Roudebush<https://williamroudebush.com/about.html>, this play will have patrons on the very edge of their theater seats during the run September 22 to October 22, 2023. In this tight drama, with intel reminiscent a Tom Clancy novel, an unusual terrorist (who is brilliant....and oh, so correct) is the head of a group responsible for a bomb attack at the White House. When a reporter asks if he feels any guilt about the death of innocent people, he replies that hundreds of innocent people die every hour because of what Mankind is doing to its water supply and do the people responsible feel guilt for this? The cat-and mouse-game between the young reporter and the terrorist leads to a shocking conclusion. Playwright William Mastrosimone, winner of a Los Angeles Drama Critics' Circle Award in 1982, the John Gassner Award from Outer Critics' Circle, and two Daytime Emmy Awards in 2003, stated, "In the early 80s I was shocked by the questionable methods of some activists who called themselves environmentalists. At a protest in the Northwest, so-called environmentalists drove 12 inch nails in trees scheduled to be felled so that a logger's chainsaw would be snagged and the logger injured. That nasty tactic cost a man his arm. A good cause was vitiated. When a car bomb exploded by mistake under misguided activists in California, I saw a clear demarcation between passionate activism and criminality. That was the inspiration for the play. The ends never justify the means- or do they?" Director Bill Roudebush stated, "Cat's-Paw, written in 1984, is a play conceived forty years ahead of its time. We weren't listening back then. Today, even with the most recent events in Flint, Michigan, and East Palestine, Ohio, surrounding our consciousness, so many are still denying the reality of pumping poisons into our environment. This play, unnoticed in its own time, predicts, in a most dramatic and entertaining manner, our present dilemma, as well as the toxic politics, threats and media that engulf and amplify our continued lack of action to address the problems we still continue to ignore...Of course I want to direct one of the most impactful plays I have ever read!!" Cast includes local talents, Chris Richards<https://www.imdb.com/name/nm8971392/bio/> (member of Actors' Equity Association) playing Victor, and Lara Mielcarek (also a member of Actors' Equity Association) whom many saw in Meteor Shower at Beck Center, plays Jessica. Youngstown performer, Michael Dempsey<https://www.linkedin.com/in/demzer/> will play David Darling, and Baldwin Wallace alum Grace Favaro<https://www.imdb.com/name/nm10656531/> will play Cathy. Presented through special arrangement with Concord Theatricals. Recommended for ages 16 and older due to subject matter, onstage violence, and substantial adult language. "Entertaining, informative, thoughtful and scary." - The Weekly, Seattle Individual tickets may be purchased at beckcenter.org<https://www.beckcenter.org/shows/catspaw> with ticket prices from $38 (adults), $34 (for seniors 65 and older) and $17 for high school and college students with valid ID. A $3 service fee per single ticket will be applied at time of purchase. Patrons who use promo code FELINE by September 20, 2023 save $5 off adult and senior theater tickets. Curtain times are 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 2:30 p.m. Sundays. Preview performances are at 7:30 p.m. the Thursday before opening night, with general-admission seating for $10. $10 Smart Seats(r) are available for each performance. For more information on the 2023-2024 Professional Theater Season please visit beckcenter.org<https://www.beckcenter.org/professional-theater>. To purchase a subscription for season tickets please call 216-521-2540. Season ticket packages run $120 to $168. Flex passes run $120 to $336. Patrons who attend Opening Night, Friday, September 22, 2023 have the unique opportunity to meet playwright, William Mastrosimone at a free post-show reception in the lobby. Mr. Mastrosimone is best known for writing Extremities for which Farrah Fawcett starred in the movie version of the play by the same title. All performances are at theaters inside Beck Center for the Arts<http://www.beckcenter.org/> located at 17801 Detroit Avenue in Lakewood, just ten minutes west of downtown Cleveland. Free onsite parking is available. For more information visit beckcenter.org<http://www.beckcenter.org/>. Beck Center for the Arts is proud to be a part of Northeast Ohio's professional theater landscape, operating under a letter of agreement with Actors' Equity Association. We are a Small Professional Theater (SPT) based on the number of seats, number of our performances, and the maximum weekly hours of work we provide to actors. We produce every show on our stages, by choosing the play, casting and rehearsing it, building the sets, props, and costumes, directing and performing the live music, and designing lights and sound. We proudly utilize regional resources and talent. Beck Center for the Arts also offers arts education for all ages, all skill levels, and all abilities with classes and lessons in music, dance, visual arts, and theater, as well as creative arts therapies. Financial assistance is offered to qualified applicants so that these programs can be enjoyed by all.

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Dark Room at CPT May 9th! Open Mic and Free Beer!
by Mindy Herman via NEohioPAL 09 Oct '23

09 Oct '23

*The Dark Room at CPT on May 9th!* *This month: 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, May 9th* *The Church at CPT* (Just east of the Gordon Square Theatre Box Office) Cleveland Public Theatre 6415 Detroit Ave, Cleveland, OH 44102 *FREE Great Lakes Beer!* *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: *Open Mic Session readings begin Suggested donation of $5 is welcomed at the door, but not required. 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 Childress Herman www.mindychildress.com herman.mindy(a)gmail.com

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"Flames" opens Clague Playhouse's 95th Season on Sept. 16, 2022
by Clague Playhouse 02 Oct '23

02 Oct '23

A Musical Thriller *Flames* by Stephen Dolginoff Directed by Brian Westerley Music Directed by D. Keith Stiver *Sept. 16 - Oct. 9, 2022** on Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 8pm and Sunday at 2pm * One year ago, Edmond died in a horrible fire. He took with him the dreams of his fiancée, Meredith, the trust of his best friend, Eric, and the answers to the burning questions that still linger about his death and the terrible crime he committed. But on a stormy night at the cemetery where he rests, the secrets from his past will finally refuse to stay buried; and those he left behind will finally refuse to stay silent. Featured in our cast are Katie Hintze as Meredith, Jacob Lang as Eric, and Corey Thur as Edmond. The play runs Friday, Sept. 16, 2022 through Sunday, Oct. 9, 2022 on Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 8pm, Sunday at 2pm. 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. The play includes adult language and situations. *FREE STUDENT TICKET THURSDAYS:* 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. No online reservations can be taken for these free tickets. Free Student Thursday Tickets are subject to availability and must be picked up by 7:30 pm the night of the performance or the tickets will be released. "Flames" is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals www.concordtheatricals.com

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Administrative/Agency Assistant
by stephen 19 Sep '23

19 Sep '23

Administrative/Agency Assistant PMTM Agency is seeking to hire a full-time Administrative/Agency assistant position (Monday-Friday). Daily responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: * Data entry and other administrative duties * Assist with all aspects of Agency & Models/Talent * Familiarity with applications associated with Microsoft Office * Pay Rate to start is $20.00 an hour Company offers room for advancement, health insurance, holiday pay, and vacation benefits. Please email your resume to stephen(a)pmtm.com<mailto:stephen@pmtm.com>.

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Workshop Players Presents "Deathtrap" By Ira Levin
by Workshop Players 14 Sep '23

14 Sep '23

Deathtrap by Ira Levin Directed by: Barry Saxon In this classic comedic thriller, a washed-up playwright is dying to rise to the top once more. A diabolical solution presents itself in the form of one of his graduate students whose script promises to deliver. Deathtrap provides an abundance of twists and turns and offers hilariously sudden shocks for audiences who will be spellbound until the very last moment. This not-to-be-missed play is the granddaddy of well-written thrillers. The cast: Kevin Boland, Luke Roberts, Margaret Hnat, Deb Burrow and Jonathan McCleery Performances are September 14, 15, 16, 22, 23 at 7:30 p.m. with 3 p.m. matinees on September 17 & 24 Doors open 45 minutes before show time. Tickets are $18.50 (includes all fees.) Group rates are available. Tickets online at workshopplayers.org or by calling the Box Office: 440-634-0472 -- 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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Auditions for Ghost Walk
by Annette Phelps 12 Sep '23

12 Sep '23

AUDITIONS FOR SPOTLIGHTS THEATER’S2023 GHOST WALKSunday & Monday, September 17th & 18th– 7:00-9:00pm The Broadview HeightsSpotlights Theater is seeking actors and actresses age 14 and older to portraylocal “spirits”, guides, and storytellers at its 6th Annual LocalLore Ghost Walk - an immersive, historical outdoor theater event on theBroadview Heights city campus. This unique seasonal experience will beheld Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings, October 20-22, 2023. It is held rain or shine. Auditions will be held atthe Broadview Heights Spotlights building, 9543 Broadview Road, Bldg. 22 (onthe Broadview Heights city campus, next to the police department). Auditionerswill read from materials provided. All roles are volunteer. Rehearsals are held once per week for 4 weeks, or asnecessary. This is a great opportunity for those wishing to participate insomething theatrical with a minimal commitment. Thosewishing to audition but are unable to attend should text director, KeleighBowling, at 216/496-2264.

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