January 2024 - NEohioPAL - lists.neohiopal.org

Children's Dance Masterclass in the Style of Musical Theatre
by Matt Smith 31 Jan '24

31 Jan '24

Is your child interested in giving dance a try? Check out our masterclass in the style of musical theatre at the Blue Macaroon Theater in Doylestown on Saturday, March 2nd at 1pm. Only $20 for the 90 minute class. Grab your ticket at bluemacaroontheater.com

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SATURDAY FILM WORKSHOPS at CSU
by Odyssey Program 31 Jan '24

31 Jan '24

REGISTRATION STILL OPEN for Screenwriting, Saturday, FEB. 3, with Tiffany Alexander. The Morning workshop will create stories from prompts and "silent action sequences" which will be material for writing scripts in the afternoon. CSU School of Film & Media Arts offers 3 new Saturday Film Workshops for Teens: SCREENWRITING, ACTING & DIRECTING, and LANGUAGE OF FILM. Students have the option of taking either MORNING ACTING Workshop or AFTERNOON FILM Workshop or BOTH Workshops. Each FULL DAY Workshop includes lunch and all workshops are taught by CSU Faculty. SCREENWRITING — February 3, 2024 ACTING & DIRECTING — February 24, 2024 LANGUAGE OF FILM — March 2, 2024 For more information, please visit www.csufilmodyssey.com<http://www.csufilmodyssey.com/> Odyssey Film Camps and Workshops School of Film and Media Arts Cleveland State University 1375 Euclid Ave, 6th Floor Cleveland, OH 44115 (216) 687-5087 www.csufilmodyssey.com<http://www.csufilmodyssey.com>

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Join Us! TMP Fundrasing Event at Kaiser Gallery - Feb 17th
by Liz Conway 31 Jan '24

31 Jan '24

THE MOVEMENT PROJECT: CATALYSTS FOR CHANGE FUNDRAISER SATURDAY FEBRUARY 17th Join us to celebrate *15 years* of The Movement Project at the Catalyst for Change Fundraiser, a fun evening of small bites and cocktails at Tremont’s Kaiser Gallery from 7pm- 9pm. Activities for the night include a photo booth, wine pull, and a live auction. All funds raised at this event will support The Movement Project, and the non-profit organization’s ongoing efforts to provide top-tier performances, dance education, and artist resources to the Northeast Ohio dance and arts community. For more information and tickets click HERE <https://www.themovementproject.org/tmpfundraiser24>.

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Introduction To Stage Combat Acting Class in Cleveland!
by The Houde School Of Acting 31 Jan '24

31 Jan '24

Do you want to learn Stage Combat but don’t know where to start? Houde School of Acting has you covered with our Introduction to Stage Combat class. This class is held every Sunday at 5pm ET at our Cleveland studio. (2310 Superior Ave. Cleveland, Oh.) For more information and to register for February, follow the link below http://tinyurl.com/4pmejzme *About this class:* This introductory combat class will expose students to basic technique, terminology, footwork, weapon, choreography, and targets as well as the history involving knife fighting. We will also watch video clips of knife fights and analyze them. The goal for this combat course is that students develop a healthy respect for the weapon, understand the narrative that combat is creating the illusion of danger, fostering a sense of heightened tensions as well as telling a story through fighting. *Students will learn:* * Basic Technique * Combat Terminology * History and examples of knife * Proper footwork / handwork * Choreography *Suitable For Any Level Actor* *Class Location: *Houde School of Acting, Cleveland Studio (2310 Superior Ave. Cleveland) *Class Time: *Sundays 5PM EST *Class Teacher: *Stephen Bundy *Cost:* $125 (4 classes) *About Stephen Bundy* Stephen Bundy is a dedicated and accomplished actor and educator with a burning passion for the art of acting. He is not only an esteemed instructor at the Houde School of Acting but also a true performer with an impressive track record. Stephen earned his Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Acting, an accomplishment that reflects his unwavering commitment to honing his craft. His deep understanding of the art of acting is evident in his teaching, where he instills the same passion and expertise in his students. Stephen has performed at several venues, including, touring theatre companies. He recently completed a contract performing as a company actor with the Strasburg Railroad. Stephen currently serves as an adjunct theatre professor and is certified with the SAFD as an actor combatant in eight weapons. He is also AEA eligible. Stephen Bundy is more than an actor and educator; he’s a driving force in the world of theater, igniting the passion for acting in everyone he encounters. His dedication to the craft, combined with his teaching prowess, makes him an invaluable asset to the world of performing arts.

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$20 CPH tix - Spring Benefit Nights for CSU Scholarships (all welcome)
by Theatre 31 Jan '24

31 Jan '24

******* Cleveland Play House presents $20.00 CSU BENEFIT NIGHTS ALL ARE WELCOME! Cleveland Play House presents The Play That Goes Wrong: TUESDAY, February 27, 2024 @ 7pm Amadeus: TUESDAY, April 23, 2024 @ 7pm In The Heights: TUESDAY, May 28, 2024 @ 7pm USE PROMO CODE BENCSU to unlock your $20 tickets for the nights above. $20.00 CSU Benefit Ticket proceeds go to Scholarships for CSU Theatre and Dance<https://artsandsciences.csuohio.edu/theatredance/donations-and-csu-cph-bene…> students. See a show, have great seats, support Cleveland State University theatre and dance students at the same time. ******* TICKETS/INFO<https://artsandsciences.csuohio.edu/theatredance/donations-and-csu-cph-bene…>: https://artsandsciences.csuohio.edu/theatredance/donations-and-csu-cph-bene… ------------------------------------

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Auditions for the Akron All-City Musical Disney's The Little Mermaid
by Akron Civic 31 Jan '24

31 Jan '24

AUDITION FOR THE 2024 ALL - CITY MUSICAL – Disney’s The Little Mermaid Auditions & performances will be held at the Akron Civic Theatre AUDITIONS: TUESDAY, FEB. 20TH FROM 5:00 pm -9:00 pm WEDNESDAY, FEB. 21 FROM 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm CALLBACKS ON TUESDAY, FEB. 27, 2023 - 6:00 pm- 10:00 pm Directed by Francine Parr PERFORMANCES TO TAKE PLACE: JUNE 7, 8, & 9th, 2024 REHEARSALS BEGIN: APRIL 21ST, 2024 CAST INFORMATION: A WIDE ARRAY OF ROLES FOR FEMALES AND MALES. SIGNUP LINK: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F45AAA922A4FAC43-46285639-theakron?fbcl… *Ariel* A mermaid and King Triton's youngest daughter. She is obsessed with everything about the human world, and dreams of becoming a part of life above the water. Hardheaded, naive, and emotional, but also kind-hearted. Gender: Female Vocal range top: Gb5 Vocal range bottom: Ab3 *Prince Eric* A human monarch who has no interest in taking the crown. A handsome, affable lad with a buoyant, adventurous nature. After Ariel saves his life, he becomes obsessed with finding her and hearing her voice once more. Vocal range top: G4 Vocal range bottom: B2 *Grimsby* Prince Eric's British guardian. Droll, stuffy, and constantly urging Eric towards his royal duties, specifically marriage. Vocal range top: C4 Vocal range bottom: C3 *Flounder* A fish and smitten with Ariel, his best friend. Rambunctious but cautious, fearful of the dangers that lurk in and above the water. Vocal range top: G4 Vocal range bottom: A2 *King Triton* King of the Sea and Ariel's father. Beneath his imposing presence and commanding nature lurks a harried single father who will do anything to protect his daughters. The death of his wife has also given him an irrational fear of humans. Vocal range top: F4 Vocal range bottom: Ab2 *Sebastian* A crab and advisor to King Triton. A musical virtuoso who is constantly distraught from keeping after Ariel. Despite his paranoia, he can't bring himself to stand in Ariel's way. Vocal range top: C5 Vocal range bottom: Bb2 *Flotsam* An eel and one of Ursula's lackeys. Oily and spineless, he will say anything you want or need to hear. Vocal range top: C5 Vocal range bottom: E3 *Jetsam* An eel and one of Ursula's lackeys. Oily and spineless, he will say anything you want or need to hear. Vocal range top: A4 Vocal range bottom: B2 *Ursula* The banished Sea Witch and sister of King Triton. Supposedly spurned in childhood, she will use whatever method necessary to steal the kingdom and claim it as her own. Malevolent, calculating, and deceptive. Vocal range top: C5 Vocal range bottom: Eb3 *Chef Louis* The French palace chef is diabolical and violent. A culinary perfectionist with an affinity for blades, seafood in particular. Vocal range top: A4 Vocal range bottom: Bb2 *Ensemble* Crew Members (Pilot, Sailors); Sea Creatures; Mersisters (Aquata, Andrina, Arista, Atina, Adella, Allana); Gulls; Maids; Chefs; Animals; Princesses AUDITIONS ARE OPEN TO CURRENT STUDENTS, GRADES 9 - 12 OF SUMMIT AND SURROUNDING COUNTIES, PUBLIC AND PRIVATE HIGH SCHOOLS AND AGE-APPROPRIATE HOME-SCHOOLED STUDENTS. AUDITIONS ARE BY APPOINTMENT ONLY AND CAN BE MADE BY EMAILING: ALLCITYMUSICALAKRON(a)GMAIL.COM ALL PERFORMERS SHOULD PREPARE 2 CONTRASTING BROADWAY-STYLE SONGS OF 32 BARS EACH. A MOVEMENT AUDITION WILL BE HELD AS PART OF CALLBACKS. EACH PERSON AUDITIONING SHOULD BE PREPARED TO COMPLETE A LIST OF ALL POTENTIAL SCHEDULE CONFLICTS.

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by Fred Sternfeld 31 Jan '24

31 Jan '24

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A Night With David Ives: Sure Thing and The Universal Language opens Friday Feb 2 at Twin Masks Performing Arts Center (TMPAC)
by Claudia Lillibridge 31 Jan '24

31 Jan '24

Twin Masks Performing Arts Center (TMPAC) is proud to announce A Night With David Ives: Sure Thing and The Universal Language,opening this Friday, Feb 2. TMPAC is located at 9076 Church Street, Suites 3 and 4. Performance dates are Fri and Sat evenings at 8pm. Feb 2, 3, 9, 10, 16 and 17. Adult tickets are $15, Senior/ Student $10. Tickets can be purchased online at www.twinmasks.org or by calling 330 888 3211. CAST: Roland Moore - Don (The Universal Language) Cat Walunis - Dawn (The Universal Language) Ian Howard - Bill (Sure Thing) Annette Fernandez - Betty (Sure Thing) DETAILS: A Night with David Ives: Sure Thing and The Universal Language Written by: David Ives Directed by: Annette Fernandez Performance Dates: Friday and Saturday evenings, 8pm. Feb 2, 3, 9, 10, 16 and 17, 2024 THE STORIES: Sure Thing. Two people meet in a cafe and find their way through a conversational minefield as a bell interrupts their false starts, gaffes, and faux pas on the way to falling in love. The Universal Language brings together Dawn, a young woman with a stutter, and Don, the creator and teacher of Unamunda, a wild comic language. Their lesson sends them off into a dazzling display of hysterical verbal pyrotechnics—and, of course, friendship. Rights secured by Dramatists Play Service Inc.

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Cleveland Orchestra Performers in a Renovated Arts Church
by Marketing ＠HeightsArts 30 Jan '24

30 Jan '24

Close Encounters Concert 2: Mozart and Mendelssohn: String QuintetsConcert Sponsor: Bill Stigelman *Sunday, February 18th at 3:00 p.m.* Sunday-afternoon chamber concerts are performed by members of the Cleveland Orchestra and other elite performers. Curated by Cleveland Orchestra cellist Dane Johansen, this performance will be held at Convivium 33, a former church that's been rehabilitated to function as a unique community arts center. *Performers:* Stephen Tavani, violin Yun-Ting Lee, violin William Bender, viola Wesley Collins, viola Dane Johansen, cello Tickets: https://www.heightsarts.org/event/39624/ -- * <https://ci4.googleusercontent.com/proxy/-1rVr3zNNYn4EWqoozNAPs8lJBl1KeQUswo…>****Connecting arts and community since 2000***2175 Lee Road, Cleveland Heights, Ohio 44118 | 216-371-3457 | heightsarts.org <http://www.heightsarts.org>

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2024 Heights Music Hop Performer Applications Open on February 1st 🎶🎤
by Kasia Bufford 30 Jan '24

30 Jan '24

Hello Northeast Ohio Music Enthusiasts, We hope this message finds you in good spirits! 🌟 Exciting news is on the horizon – the Performer Applications for the much-anticipated 2024 Heights Music Hop are set to open on February 1st, 2024, at 9 am! 🎉 Hop Details: * Date: September 28th, 2024 Location: Cleveland Heights Business Districts Mark your calendars and set your alarms because this is your chance to be part of an unforgettable musical experience in the heart of Northeast Ohio! 🎸 How to Apply: Use the application link: https://forms.office.com/r/yVvCv1cDid to complete your application. For the entire month of February, we will be prioritizing 🎤 Contact Information: For any inquiries or more information, feel free to reach out to Heights Music Hop manager, Kasia Bufford, at kbufford(a)futureheights.org. Stay tuned for more updates, and we can't wait to see you shine on stage! For more information, please visit our website: https://www.futureheights.org/programs/heights-music-hop/ [cid:2036dfd6-cf5c-4af3-8d8f-a5dfef755fdb] Kasia Bufford | Heights Music Hop Manager kbufford(a)futureheights.org 216-320-1423 ext. 106 | 216-701-1245 mobile 2843 Washington Blvd. Cleveland Heights, OH 44118

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