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Cleveland Public Theatre is Hiring Part-Time Supporting Teaching Artists
by Brooke Myers 14 Sep '23

14 Sep '23

CLEVELAND PUBLIC THEATRE IS HIRING PART-TIME SUPPORTING TEACHING ARTISTS CPT is seeking *part-time Supporting Teaching Artists (ongoing CMHA Cleveland Act Now programs STA and Substitute Teaching Artists for CMHA CAN and CAN Academy) *to assist in implementing CPT Education programming. Theatre experience is a plus. We are looking to build a strong core of artists who are dedicated to creating work to further racial and economic justice. ------------------------------ CMHA CLEVELAND ACT NOW CMHA Cleveland Act Now (CAN) takes place in partnership with the Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority (CMHA) at community centers for children and families who live in public housing. Under the guidance of CPT Teaching Artists, young artists learn how to create and perform their own plays, dance, poetry, music, and visual art. These multidisciplinary performing arts activities improve academic skills, instill empathy and responsibility, build character, and enhance creative thinking. The students regularly perform at CMHA community centers as well as arts festivals throughout Cleveland. CMHA CAN is offered in four CMHA communities: Lakeview Terrace, Woodhill Homes, Outhwaite Homes, and Riverside Park. CLEVELAND ACT NOW ACADEMY (CAN ACADEMY) Cleveland Act Now (CAN) Academy is a free performing arts program for younger teens and youth from Cleveland and surrounding neighborhoods, held on-site at Cleveland Public Theatre. The Juniors program serves youth ages 7-10, and the Seniors program serves youth ages 11-14. Young artists engage in rigorous (and fun!) theatre training, learning acting fundamentals, script analysis, storytelling techniques, and play creation. ------------------------------ SKILLS REQUIRED - Experience in at least one theatre-related arts discipline (dance, drumming, singing, acting, creative writing, etc.) - Experience teaching children and/or teenagers - Ability to travel to multiple sites (CMHA CAN) - Demonstrated ability to be or become a strong role model for Cleveland youth - Energy, responsiveness, flexibility, creativity - Attention to detail, ability to work independently - Openness to learning new techniques in the creation of original performance material *SUPPORTING TEACHING ARTIST, CMHA CAN (UP TO 4)/CAN ACADEMY (1)— JOB RESPONSIBILITIES* - Successfully supporting Teaching Artists & Site Coordinators in implementing CMHA CAN and/or CAN Academy programming, actively engaging with youth as they build storytelling skills (incorporating body, voice, and ensemble) and community - Collaborating with CMHA CAN, CAN Academy, and/or CPT Staff from applicable departments to successfully present artistic work at assigned sites - CMHA CAN youth present one fully produced performance of original work in late February/ March and present additional community performances throughout the year. - CAN Academy youth perform at the end of each session and at community events throughout the year. - Attending trainings and/or meetings with CMHA CAN and/or CAN Academy teams and Director of Education to share outline highlights, session progress, questions, and opportunities regarding program implementation (1-2 hours weekly) - CAN Academy team hours are from 3:30pm-6:30pm at CPT - CAN Academy Juniors and CAN Academy Seniors both meet twice weekly. - The CAN Academy STA would support four sessions each week. - CMHA CAN team hours are either scheduled from 3:00pm-5:30pm or 3:30pm-6:00pm - Each CMHA CAN team would support sessions in two CMHA communities. - CMHA CAN ensembles meet twice weekly; each CMHA CAN STA would support four sessions each week. - Completing other duties that relate to the CMHA CAN and/ or CAN Academy programs as determined by Teaching Artists & Site Coordinators (recruitment, communication, record keeping) - This position pays $16-18/hour, depending on experience ------------------------------ *We are looking to fill these positions as soon as possible. *Please send a resume and letter of interest to *Nicole Sumlin, Director of Education *at nsumlin(a)cptonline.org by *end of day Wednesday, October 4, 2022*. In your email, the subject line should be your last name followed by “CMHA CAN TEACHING ARTIST” or “ CAN Academy TEACHING ARTIST.” *No phone calls, please.* ------------------------------ *ABOUT CLEVELAND PUBLIC THEATRE* *CPT is a nationally recognized center for contemporary performance. Its mission is to raise consciousness and nurture compassion through groundbreaking theatre and life-changing education programs. CPT implements this mission through its annual theatrical season, featuring between 8-10 adventurous professional productions and a robust series of new play development programs that support writers and devisers at multiple points in the creative process. CPT’s acclaimed education programs engage communities in devising new works that speak to contemporary issues and empower participants to work for positive change in our community. CPT is home to community ensembles Teatro Público de Cleveland and Masrah Cleveland Al-Arabi, and CPT annually presents Station Hope, a large-scale community arts festival. CPT’s annual budget is around $2.5 million a year. CPT has 22 full-time staff members.* *CPT COVID-19 WORK POLICY* *CPT Employees are strongly encouraged to be fully vaccinated.*

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"Misery" Opens this weekend at French Creek
by Erin Moran 14 Sep '23

14 Sep '23

*Stephen King's "Misery" opens this weekend at French Creek* Don't miss your chance to see this fantastic cast in one of the most chilling thrillers of the season! Tickets are available online, over the phone or at the door at just $15! Click here: French Creek Theatre — Lorain County Metro Parks <https://www.loraincountymetroparks.com/theatre> *Showtimes: * *Friday Sept. 15th at 7:30 pm* *Saturday Sept. 16th at 7:30 pm * *Sunday Sept. 17th at 2:00 pm * *Friday Sept. 22nd at 7:30 pm * *Saturday Sept. 23rd at 7:30 pm * *Sunday Sept. 24th at 2:00 pm * *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.*

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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 Elf: The Musical this weekend at Medina County Showbiz!!!
by Christopher M Bizub 14 Sep '23

14 Sep '23

Medina County Showbiz Company is excited to announce… AUDITIONS for ELF: THE MUSICAL Book by Bob Martin & Thomas Meehan Score by Matthew Sklar & Chad Beguelin Based on the 2003 film starring Will Ferrell Director - Chris Bizub Music Director - Chad Kendall Choreographer - Maureen Stocks AUDITION DATES Saturday, September 16th, 2023 from 1:30pm-4:30pm & Sunday, September 17th, 2023 from 7:00pm-10:00pm Auditions are by appointment only! CLICK HERE TO RESERVE YOUR AUDITION SLOT<https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0548ADAF2BA6F94-elf> Callbacks Tuesday, September 19th, 2023 from 7pm-10pm AUDITION LOCATION Haddad Theater, (Inside the County Administration Building) 144 N Broadway, Medina, OH AUDITION PREP * Bring your theatrical resume (if any – having a resume is not a requirement to audition!) * Bring all conflicts from October 1st - December 10th * Bring headshot or other photo for the production team’s reference * Bring sheet music, up to 32 bars, in the style of the show (Preferably a contemporary musical theatre piece written in 2010 or later) in an appropriate key. An accompanist will be provided. For younger actors: If you are unable to find a contemporary musical theatre song to perform for us…please be prepared to sing your best rendition of “Jingle Bells,” so we can get an idea of your singing talents. PERFORMANCE DATES December 1st – December 10th, 2023 Fridays & Saturdays 7:30pm Matinees: Sundays at 2:00pm Tech Week: November 26th-30th SYNOPSIS Your family will love this musical adaptation of the hit Christmas movie of the same name. “Elf” is the story of Buddy, a human raised by Santa’s elves at the North Pole. When he travels to New York City to seek his real father, he discovers that his childlike and joyous nature doesn’t always fit in. CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS * Full character descriptions available at Sign-up Genius link * Age range: 10+ * All roles available and open to all! * Feel free to audition with the whole family! * Please note: Ages/genders in the character descriptions are suggestions; actors of different ages and gender expressions than listed may be cast. OTHER DETAILS Medina County Showbiz is a volunteer, non-profit organization. This is a non-equity production, and contracts are not offered to our performers. If you would like to audition for this production, but are unable to attend regular auditions, please contact the director at cmb164(a)1870.uakron.edu<mailto:cmb164@1870.uakron.edu>. Also feel free to reach out with any questions you may have regarding the production.

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Playmakers Youth Theatre hiring for the 2023-2024 Season!
by Emma Miller 13 Sep '23

13 Sep '23

Playmakers Youth Theatre, the youth theatre program at the Mandel Jewish Community Center of Cleveland, has open production staff positions for the 2023-2024 Season. Playmakers serves youth & teens ages 4-18 through a variety of performing arts offerings, including full-scale productions and after-school classes. All positions are paid. Currently, we're seeking: Directors (for full-scale musicals for youth performers) Music directors Costume designers If interested, please email emiller(a)mandeljcc.org. ** During the camp season, the best way to reach us by emailing your camp site Office Coordinator directly. For Safran Park, please email safranpark(a)mandeljcc.org. For Halle Park, please email hallepark(a)mandeljcc.org. Emma Miller She/Her/Hers Playmakers Youth Theatre Director & Safran Park Site Director, J-Day Camps Mandel Jewish Community Center of Cleveland 216-831-0700 x1494 emiller(a)mandeljcc.org

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$20 Benefit Tix to THURGOOD at CPH (09/26/23 - all are welcome)
by Theatre 13 Sep '23

13 Sep '23

------------------------------------ $20 BENEFIT NIGHT All are welcome! ******* Cleveland Play House presents THURGOOD Tuesday, September 26, 2023 @ 7:00pm At the Allen Theatre, Playhouse Square $20 Benefit Ticket proceeds go to Scholarships for CSU Theatre<https://artsandsciences.csuohio.edu/theatredance/donations-and-csu-cph-bene…> students. See a great show, support theatre students at the same time! ******* USE PROMO CODE BENCSU to unlock your $20 tickets for THURGOOD on 9/26/23. The Story of “Mr. Civil Rights.” Armed with the US Constitution, Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall devoted his life to championing justice and equality for all people. This biographical play spans his remarkable 58-year career while highlighting his warmth and sharp wit. A powerful tour-de-force about Marshall’s transformative journey from his early days as a young lawyer upending the landmark “separate but equal” decision to his time serving on the highest court in the nation. Starring film, TV, and regional theatre veteran Lester Purry, Thurgood is an inspiring tribute to a real American hero who embodied courage, integrity, and determination. Written by George Stevens, Jr. Directed by Lou Bellamy Act I - 60 Min, Act II - 55 Min (plus a 15-min intermission) 09/26/2023 THURGOOD TICKETS: https://www.clevelandplayhouse.com/shows/2023/thurgood ------------------------------------

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Genesis Theatre: Youth Musical Theatre Workshop
by Howard Pippin 13 Sep '23

13 Sep '23

Youth Musical Theatre Weekend Workshop Inspired by music from Hamilton This workshop will assist students to learn in a relaxed and supportive environment where they can express their creativity, and improve their confidence in voice, movement, and dance. The workshop will conclude with an in-person performance/sharing day. Ages: 12-15 Fee: $250 Dates: Part I Friday, September 22 - 6-9p Saturday, September 23 10a - 6p Sunday, September 24 - 2-6p Part II Friday, September 29 - 6-9p Saturday, September 30 - 11a-3p. Registration online today at gentheatre.org -- Dr. Howard Pippin Jr Genesis Experience Theatre 140 E. Market Street Akron, Ohio 44308 (216) 965-9804 www.gentheatre.org www.instagram.com/gentheatre

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Cleveland Public Theatre Is Hiring a Teaching Artist and Site Coordinator for CAN Academy
by Brooke Myers 13 Sep '23

13 Sep '23

CLEVELAND PUBLIC THEATRE IS HIRING A TEACHING ARTIST AND SITE COORDINATOR FOR CAN ACADEMY Cleveland Public Theatre is hiring a Teaching Artist and Site Coordinator for the Cleveland Act Now Academy (CAN Academy) program to continue to serve Cleveland Public Theatre’s mission to raise consciousness and nurture compassion through life-changing education programs. Review of candidates will begin immediately. To apply for the position, send an email to Nicole Sumlin, Director of Education, at nsumlin(a)cptonline.org by end of day* October 4, 2023*. Subject line should read: YOUR LAST NAME, Teaching Artist and Site Coordinator, CAN Academy. Your email should include two attachments: a resume and a cover letter giving examples of work that illustrate the experience required in the description and explaining why you are interested in this position. No phone calls, please. ------------------------------ *TEACHING ARTIST AND SITE COORDINATOR, CAN Academy* The Teaching Artist and Site Coordinator, CAN Academy reports directly to the Education Director. This position is a year-round, salaried staff position. The salary range is $37k to $43k based on work experience. Benefits include health insurance and paid time off. We are looking to fill this position as soon as possible. The Teaching Artist and Site Coordinator has the following responsibilities: - Successfully create and implement curriculum for year-round, CAN Academy programming during the daytime and early evening. Youth will build community and storytelling skills (incorporating body, voice, and ensemble work) through Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer sessions, with each session culminating in mostly devised artistic presentations at Cleveland Public Theatre (and at times, community events). - Collaborate with CAN Academy team members, CPT Staff from applicable departments, and guest artists to successfully present the artistic presentations and fully produced productions at assigned sites. - Manage part-time CAN Academy Teaching Artists and Teaching Artist Interns in the successful implementation of CAN Academy programming. - Attend meetings with CAN Academy (and once weekly, full CAN programming) team(s) and Director of Education to share outline highlights, session progress, questions, and challenges of program implementation. - Create detailed and accurate lesson plans, attendance records, and session progress notes for the program as indicated by Director of Education - Completing other duties that relate to the CAN Academy program and CPT education/artistic programming as determined by Director of Education ------------------------------ *KEY COMPETENCIES* - Experience teaching Black and brown youth who may have sustained trauma and deal with the effects of oppression and scarcity - Experience in building relationships with families and community partners - Creativity and vision in storytelling - Play creation skillset - Play-producing skillset - Excellent logistics and organizational skills - Excellent collaborator and communicator - Organized, clear record-keeping and curriculum planning skills - Experience managing the needs of various constituencies at once - Commitment to leading with anti-racist principles - Community-building skills - Team player and inclusive leader - Integrity and discretion - Project management - Strong public speaking skills ------------------------------ *QUALIFICATIONS* This position requires a teaching artist and leader who is equally passionate about building nurturing, authentic relationships with youth and their families *and* exciting creativity, confidence, and craft in young artists around storytelling. Experience in devising theatre is critical, as is a depth of experience working with Black and brown youth, adults, and families who may encounter daily manifestations of scarcity. We are seeking a devising/ensemble-based director and teaching artist with strong leadership skills. CPT gives preference to candidates who have demonstrable experience advocating for anti-racism, equity, and inclusion. Successful candidates will be collaborative and eager to learn and lead. Successful candidates possess excellent organizational skills and a passion for creating warm, exciting, and empowering community experiences for our program’s participants. ------------------------------ *DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAMMING* *Cleveland Act Now (CAN)* is a year-round theatre arts program consisting of two paths for young artists ages 5-14. CAN multidisciplinary performing arts activities improve academic skills, instill empathy and responsibility, build character, and enhance creative thinking. - *CAN Academy* is a free performing arts program at Cleveland Public Theatre for younger teens and youth from Cleveland and surrounding neighborhoods. Young artists engage in rigorous (and fun!) theatre training, learning acting fundamentals, script analysis, storytelling techniques, and play creation. - *CMHA CAN* takes place in partnership with Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority (CMHA) at community centers for children and families who live in public housing. Under the guidance of CPT Teaching Artists, young artists learn how to create and perform their own plays, dance, poetry, music, and visual art. These original performances are crafted and presented annually at CMHA and Cleveland community centers as well as arts festivals throughout Cleveland. CMHA CAN is offered at four CMHA community center sites: Lakeview Terrace CAN, Woodhill Homes CAN, Outhwaite Homes CAN, and Riverside Park CAN. CAN also partners with local community centers. ------------------------------ *CPT’S CORE EDUCATION PRINCIPLES* CPT education programs follow four guiding principles that reflect our pedagogical, political, and aesthetic approaches to education, and are deeply interrelated. *Empowerment:* Together we create original works of theatre, and our participants contribute to the spoken words, the movement, and the production elements. This layered approach engages participants dynamically, resulting in pride and ownership of the final product. *Equity:* We strive to bridge the gap between the heard and the unheard by centering rarely shared stories with a wider audience. Our work brings awareness to issues such as racial and economic justice, nurturing relationships that cross the invisible boundaries of race and class. We believe representation matters, and we are committed to engaging Teaching Artists who are representative of the communities with whom we collaborate. *Excellence:* We encourage the development of the whole artist, nurturing an artist’s personal, interpersonal, and artistic growth. This environment of self-mastery calls participants to own their greatness with pride, be accountable to their peers, and be engaged, curious, and connected to their community. *Enthusiasm:* We approach the artistic process with openness, rigor, intention, and joy! Our programs cultivate an enthusiastic learning environment that supports creative expression while nurturing a high degree of discipline and focus. We encourage our participants’ creativity, and we also challenge them to explore as many levels of their creative potential as possible.

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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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Berko review: LUNGS @Ensemble
by Roy Berko 12 Sep '23

12 Sep '23

* •••••••••••••••••••••••••••Capsule judgment: The script, with its strong language and themes, is a thinking person’s play. This is not a production for those who go to the theatre to escape, to be “entertained.” Many people will not “like” this play. “To be liked” is not its purpose. The author wants you to think about the role of communication in a relationship. To think about the world in which we live. To think about what “good” people are. To think, about…maybe even overthink! The production succeeds in developing the intent and purpose of the author! 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: https://clevelandtheaterreviews.blogspot.com/ <https://clevelandtheaterreviews.blogspot.com/>••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••*

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