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Talespinner auditions EXTENDED
by Heather Utsler-Smith 02 Aug '23

02 Aug '23

To accommodate the scheduling needs of the MANY wonderful performers who are working on the Borderlight Fringe Festival, we have happily extended our audition window for roles in Stellaluna, Desvelado, and A Light in the Night. Auditions are now due by August 11th at 5:00 pm, please see below or visit talespinnercle.org/auditions for more information. Talespinner Children’s Theatre is holding auditions for actors ages 18 and up for the first half of our season which includes: Stellaluna: October 14th through 22nd, 2023 Desvelado: November 11th through 19th, 2023 A Light in the Night: December 2nd through 10th, 2023 Talespinner is seeking a diverse group of performers for these shows, which includes roles for BIPOC global majority, Indigenous, Latinx, Asian, Pacific Islander, and/or any Person of Color, as well as those who are Jewish. Additionally, while description of roles may fall on the gender binary, performers of any gender identity may audition for any role. Actors of varying body types and abilities are encouraged to audition. Each rehearsal process lasts roughly five to seven weeks depending on the type and run length of the production. Rehearsals are scheduled four times a week, typically three on weekdays and one on the weekend. Rehearsals last 3-4 hours on weeknights, and 4-5 hours on weekends. Stellaluna and Light in the Night each have 6 performances, Desvelado has 10. Compensation is $400 dollars for those who are cast. Understudies will be selected for each show, for which compensation will be $300. To audition please submit a video before 5:00 pm on August 11th that includes you retelling your favorite children’s story (under 5 minutes) and playing with an object outside of the object’s original state/purposes. If you'd like to be considered for Stellaluna, please either sing a nursery rhyme or a children's song, or be prepared to sing at callbacks. Videos, resumes and headshots can be sent to rtwardzik(a)talespinnercle.org.

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AUDITIONS: Funny, Like An Abortion @ Cleveland Public Theatre
by Auditions at CPT 02 Aug '23

02 Aug '23

Cleveland Public Theatre announces Auditions for FUNNY, LIKE AN ABORTION By Rachel Bublitz Directed by Paige Conway Looking to cast the following roles... * Monroe: she/her, mid-twenties, any race. Makes bad jokes. Like, really bad. Can juggle quite well. Actually. * Jade: she/her, close in age to Monroe, any race. Has legitimate concerns and distress over how to actually help her friend. We are open to seeing both AEA and non-AEA actors for these auditions. About The Play... Monroe finds herself knocked up, and since abortions are illegal in the United States, she throws a surprise abortion party with her best friend, Jade. Monroe prepares over twenty at-home abortion options for them to sort through. Neither will walk away until they select the best of all of these terrible options. But that's not all! Come on down for juggling, a tap-dancing number, and a horrific view at what our future may hold. A comedic two-hander in one scene. About The Process... This rehearsal process will be very physical in nature. This show is a marathon. Actors do not need to be trained in any specific type of physical work, but should be prepared and willing to explore movement in new ways. In the script, Monroe must juggle, and both actors tap dance. Though these skillsets are encouraged, it is not necessary to have experience in juggling or tap dancing to audition. The rehearsal room will be run with attention being placed on trauma-informed practices. This production will adhere to the CLEan House Standards. Rehearsals will begin on or around March 18, 2024. Rehearsals are 5-6 times a week, with evening weekday rehearsals and some daytime weekend rehearsals. This is a paid opportunity. Important Dates... * 3/18/24 - First rehearsal * 4/20/24 - Tech Starts * 4/25/24 - First Preview * 4/27/24 - Opening Night * 5/11/24 - Closing Performance * 5/12/24 - Possible hold for extension FUNNY, LIKE AN ABORTION runs April 25 - May 11 Thu/Fri/Sat/Mon at 7:00pm, with 1 Sunday matinee in the James Levin Theatre. Important Information about The Play... FUNNY, LIKE AN ABORTION is a play about reproductive rights, and includes frank conversations and dark humor about abortion, sexism, and economic discrimination. Auditions... Thursday, August 3rd, 6:30pm - 9:00pm Saturday, August 5th, 1:00pm - 4:00pm Auditions are by appointment only and will be scheduled in 15-minute increments. Prepared auditions will be individual, but you may be asked to stay and read with a fellow actor. Actors should plan to stay at the audition for up to 75 minutes, though you may be released sooner. The director, Paige Conway, will be watching the auditions. What to Prepare... * Prepare one comedic monologue, 60-90 seconds in length. * Some actors may be asked to do simple movement and contact work, so please wear clothes you can move in. No movement pieces need to be prepared. * Some actors may be asked to do cold readings from sides provided by CPT at the audition. * Headshot and Résumé To schedule an audition appointment, please email auditions(a)cptonline.org<mailto:auditions@cptonline.org>. Please include [Funny Like An Abortion Auditions] in your subject line. Be sure to include your name, email address, phone number, preferred audition time, and role you are auditioning for in your email. Send a copy of your headshot and resume as an attachment to your email. No phone calls please. About the Playwright: Rachel Bublitz is an internationally produced playwright known for telling stories about women and creating exciting new work for young performers. She won the Will Glickman Award for Best Premiere Play in the San Francisco Bay Area for Ripped (World Premiere at Z Space). Other plays include: Burst (World Premiere at Alleyway Theatre, developed at The Road Theatre Company), Of Serpents & Sea Spray (World Premiere at Custom Made Theatre), My Body (produced at Barrington Stage Company, developed at the Samuel French Off-Off Broadway Festival), and Let's Fix Andy (developed at Salt Lake Acting Company). Rachel has published plays with Playscripts (Biz Town), Dramatic Publishing (The Night Witches), Original Works Publishing (Ripped), Stage Partners (The Book Women), and YouthPLAYS (The Summer I Howled). Rachel resides in Salt Lake City, Utah, with her family. When she isn't writing she's most likely to be watching her kids dominate at water polo. For more visit: RachelBublitz.com. About the Director: Paige Conway is a director with nearly a decade of experience as a freelancer in the Michigan theatre circuit, now based in Cleveland. With an extensive background in physical theatre and new play development, she often works on newer plays with less traditional structures. Paige has training in intimacy choreography and trauma-informed practices through Theatrical Intimacy Education. Select directing credits include: These Mortal Hosts by Eric Coble (Williamston Theatre), the world premiere of New Releases by Joseph Zettelmaier (Williamston Theatre), Lungs by Duncan Macmillan (Kickshaw Theatre), Dreamscape, created and devised with The Collaboratory (Young Peoples' Theater), Chalk by Walt McGough (Renegade Theatre Festival), the world premiere of Broken by John McLindon (BoxFest Detroit). Paige currently serves as the Associate Producer at Cleveland Public Theatre.

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voice acting class - oops
by Colors Audio 02 Aug '23

02 Aug '23

Hey, everyone. In all the details I gave you about the Voice Acting Fundamentals class, I can’t believe I left out the days and times! It’s Saturdays from 2 - 4. Here’s the corrected announcement. Hope to see half a dozen of you in September! Dan --- Dan Popp's Voice Acting Fundamentals Class is Back! September 9 - October 14 Cost: $750 plus tax People say that you have a nice voice. You've always thought about getting into voice acting. Some nice folks on the internet told you it was easy, and you could make lots of money doing it. In your pajamas. So you bought a USB mic. And some pajamas. Now, what? Well, how about getting trained? 35-year voice acting veteran & coach Dan Popp is hosting the Fall, 2023, Voice Acting Fundamentals class. There will be six, 2-hour sessions at Colors Audio <https://www.colorsaudio.com/>, one of the area's premier commercial studios. We’ll meet each Saturday from 2 - 4pm. Some of the Fundamentals include: What voice acting is not (probably what you're doing now: mimicking). What it is, and why it is in some ways more difficult than visual acting. How to truly react, or hear and respond, when there is no one to react to. Why obsessing over "which word to emphasize" (what I call the "paint-by-numbers" approach) will never achieve a natural read. The term "Copy Analysis" sounds clinical and boring, but it basically means "understanding what you're saying." (A word about that: If there's no need for understanding or connecting emotionally to the script, AI has already replaced you.) How to quickly discover the writer's intent and put yourself into a situation of conflict - which is the essence of drama - which is why you're acting, not reading. How to dig deeper and make stronger choices. "And more!" In this business you'll be auditioning against hundreds of others who (for the most part) won't put in the effort to become the person who must say these words. I can't do that work for you, but I can show you what that work is. Please let me know right away if you're interested. Email colorsaudio(a)neohio.twcbc.com <applewebdata://0D2DE5CF-5FC7-4286-9CCC-EF23AACD3B29/colorsaudio@neohio.twcbc.com>. Former students have said: Your honesty is what makes you such an effective coach. With your help and a solid, well produced demo, I was able to secure an agent. - Mel Lute THANK YOU DAN! Working with you was quite an awesome experience for me!! I enjoyed every single minute I spent in our training sessions. I truly aspire to move forward and make you (and myself) proud! - Kathy B. You are a marvelous teacher. I learned so much and had a great time becoming more professional and skilled. - Phil Scrimenti If you're on the fence about taking this class, I highly recommend jumping on board should you be seriously ready to jump into the voiceover world! You'll learn so much in each session from Dan's years of experience. He's very down to earth and gives individualized advice. - David Thomas Dan’s coaching stretches your voice, your talent and your mind. - Carrie Doak Profoundly worth every penny. - Greg P.

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The Singers' Club of Cleveland is recruiting new members!
by Kira McGirr 02 Aug '23

02 Aug '23

Do you love singing? Are you looking to join a choir? We invite you to consider singing in one of Cleveland's finest musical traditions, The Singers' Club of Cleveland. We are a men's chorus that provides an opportunity for serious non-professional singers to perform a wider and diverse range of choral works. While the primary focus of our organization is musical, we strive for camaraderie and friendship, and the relationships forged between members has been a major contribution to the success and longevity of The Singers' Club. We meet once a week on Tuesday evenings in Cleveland Heights, and regular rehearsal attendance is essential and expected. An informal "audition" is part of the process to join, where our Artistic Staff will get a sense of your voice. If you are interested, please visit our website at singersclub.org <https://singersclub.us9.list-manage.com/track/click?u=278f5ae772832427c5452…> for more information and send an email to membership(a)singersclub.org. Rehearsals will begin Tuesday, August 15.

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Tiny Beautiful Things opens this Friday Aug 4 at Twin Masjs
by Claudia Lillibridge 02 Aug '23

02 Aug '23

Twin Masks Performing Arts Center, located at 9076 Church Street <https://www.google.com/maps/search/9076+Church+Street?entry=gmail&source=g>, in Twinsburg, is proud to announce its upcoming production, Tiny Beautiful Things, based on the bestselling book by Cheryl Strayed and adapted for the stage by Nia Vardalos, and directed by Laurel K. Bryant. Performances are on Friday and Saturday evenings at 8pm on August 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, and 19. Adult tickets are $15 and Senior/ Student tickets are $10. Tickets can be purchased online at www.twinmasks.org or in person at the box office, which opens at 7:30pm on performance nights. Twin Masks is an intimate, 50 seat theatre and we strongly recommend purchasing tickets beforehand. PLEASE NOTE THE PRODUCTION CONTAINS STRONG ADULT LANGUAGE AND SITUATIONS. NOT RECOMMENDED FOR THOSE 18 YEARS OR YOUNGER. Tiny Beautiful Things personifies the questions and answers that “Sugar” was publishing online from 2010-2012. When the struggling writer was asked to take over the unpaid, anonymous position of advice columnist, Strayed used empathy and her personal experiences to help those seeking guidance for obstacles both large and small. Tiny Beautiful Things is a play about reaching when you’re stuck, healing when you’re broken, and finding the courage to take on the questions which have no answers. Truly an actors’ piece that takes the audience on a roller coaster. Cast Sugar Theresa Dean Letter Writer #1 Lisa Freebairn-Tarr Letter Writer #2 Katie Hintze Letter Writer #3 Clorise Busch Directed by Laurel K. Bryant Rights secured through Concord Theatricals

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The Improvised TEDTalk Show and more at Imposters Theater!
by Imposters Theater 01 Aug '23

01 Aug '23

This Weekend @Imposters Theater *Join us for a weekend of special ONE NIGHT ONLY events at 4828 Lorain Avenue*: The Standup Showcase @ Imposters Theater <https://imposterstheater.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=2b317370dae2166…> Thursday, August 3rd @ 9 PM $10 on imposterstheater.com <https://imposterstheater.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=2b317370dae2166…> Headlined by Cleveland-favorites-turned-NYC-comics Joe Graham and Joe Briggs (Cleveland Comedy Awards' Best Comedian) in town for this weekend only. Top Tier Sketch Comedy Show w/ Flamingo City & Friends Friday, August 4th @ 9 PM $10 on imposterstheater.com <https://imposterstheater.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=2b317370dae2166…> Flamingo City (Cleveland Comedy Awards' Best Sketch Comedy Group) and The Brothers Montgomery (Sketch Battle Tournament Champions) join forces for a one night only sketch show! <https://imposterstheater.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=2b317370dae2166…>The Pro Roe Variety Show Saturday, August 5th @ 7 and 9 PM $15 on imposterstheater.com <https://imposterstheater.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=2b317370dae2166…> The return of the Cleveland Comedy Award-winning benefit event. Two unique lineups featuring talented women performing standup, sketch, improv, and other nonsense. Tickets benefit Preterm Cleveland, the nonprofit sexual health clinic. The Improvised TEDTalk Show <https://imposterstheater.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=2b317370dae2166…> & Cleveland's Comedy Court <https://imposterstheater.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=2b317370dae2166…> Friday, August 4th @ 7 PM <https://imposterstheater.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=2b317370dae2166…> $10 on imposterstheater.com <https://imposterstheater.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=2b317370dae2166…> A combo of two great shows for the price of one to start your weekend off right! THE IMPROVISED TED TALK SHOW*- Four improvisers will become instant experts on an array of topics as they present absurd PowerPoints they’ve never seen.* CLEVELAND’S COMEDY COURT* - We take the audience's problems and put them on trial.* *View the whole schedule on our website <https://www.imposterstheater.com/schedule> and join our newsletter <https://imposterstheater.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=2b317370dae2166…> for shows, workshops, and performance opportunities sent right to your inbox! *

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We Can Do It with Dance! 2023 Inclusive Dance Festival
by Sara Lawrence-Sucato 01 Aug '23

01 Aug '23

We Can Do It with Dance! Cleveland’s first inclusive dance festival includes a day of dance classes for participants of all ages and abilities. Join the Dancing Wheels Company & School and North Pointe Ballet at Beck Center for the Arts on August 19, 2023 for a full schedule of classes in multiple genres and styles of dance adapted for people with diverse abilities and open to all learning levels. The end of the day includes a Dance Party and Reception for students, friends, and families. Funding for this program is provided in part by Cuyahoga County Board of Developmental Disabilities. Saturday, August 19, 2023 10:00a.m. – 3:30p.m. Beck Center for the Arts – Music & Creative Arts Therapies (MCAT) Building 17801 Detroit Ave, Lakewood, OH 44107 <https://dancingwheels.org/.../we-can-do-it-with-dance.../?fbclid=IwAR1TvWPO…>Link for more information and to register—https://dancingwheels.org/event/we-can-do-it-with-dance-inclusive-…

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(PAID) Seeking immediate Production Photographer (Friday August 4)
by Eric Golovan 01 Aug '23

01 Aug '23

Chagrin Arts’ production of Romeo & Juliet is looking for a photographer to join us at our final dress rehearsal this Friday, August 4 to take production photos. The rehearsal will be 5-10:30 pm with a run taking place 7-10 pm. If interested, please reach out to director Eric Scott Golovan at egolovan124(a)gmail.com asap. This position will be paid a stipend (to be discussed) for their work.

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COSTUME DESIGNER NEEDED - Peter and the Starcatcher - Blank Canvas Theatre
by info blankcanvastheatre.com 01 Aug '23

01 Aug '23

Blank Canvas Theatre is seeking a COSTUME DESIGNER for PETER AND THE STARCATCHER by Rick Elice Music by Wayne Barker Based on the Novel by Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson If Interested: Email Patrick(a)blankcanvastheatre.com<mailto:Patrick@blankcanvastheatre.com> and include a resume as well as any references. Performance Dates: August 25 - September 9. Shows will be Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 8pm. Sundays at 7pm Rehearsals: Will begin July 31 and will be Sunday-Thursdays. Typically, 7pm-10pm Monday-Thursday and Sundays 6pm-10pm. Pay: Blank Canvas Theatre offers a competitive stipend for this position. Location: Blank Canvas Theatre 1305 78th Street, Suite 211 (at 78th Street Studios) Cleveland, OH 44102 The Story 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.

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