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The Little Match Girl Passion
by Kira McGirr 19 Dec '24

19 Dec '24

On December 20th and 21st, the Cleveland Chamber Choir will present David Lang’s Pulitzer-Prize Winning "The Little Match Girl Passion", a modern day retelling of the 1845 Hans Christian Andersen story, influenced by Bach’s St. Matthew Passion. This will be a captivating, immersive experience, featuring new connective music by award-winning local composer Tom Lopez and a visual arts collaboration with the students of the Cleveland School of the Arts. A selection of holiday works from a variety of choral traditions will precede Lang’s work. The Little Match Girl Passion invites us to think about those who are in need. This concert is presented in partnership with the Northeast Ohio Coalition for the Homeless, aligned with the themes of David Lang’s award-winning work. The concerts are presented with the support of the Cleveland School of the Arts and grants from The Aaron Copland Fund and The Amphion Foundation. Friday, December 20, 2024, 7:30pm Saturday, December, 21, 2024, 7:30pm Both performances at the Cleveland School of the Arts, 2064 Stearns Rd., Cleveland Charles Edward McGuire, PhD, from Oberlin College & Conservatory, will present a pre-concert talk at 6:45pm, before each performance Visit clevelandchamberchoir.org to register for tickets. All concerts presented with “pay what you wish” tickets. Thank you for your support! The choir is grateful for the full season grant support provided by the Ohio Arts Council, and The George Gund Foundation, season underwriting from KeyBank, and support given by Trinity Cathedral Cleveland as named Artists in Residence.

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Willy Wonka Auditions- PGT
by Breanna Antoniades 18 Dec '24

18 Dec '24

The Players Guild Theatre Proudly Presents: *WILLY WONKA* Music and Lyrics by Leslie Bricusse and Anthony Newley Book by Leslie Bricusse and Timothy Allen McDonald. Based on the 1964 novel *Charlie and the Chocolate Factory *by Roald Dahl. Producing Artistic Director Josh Erichsen Directed and Choreographed by Bart Herman Musical Direction by Steve Parsons Auditions: Thursday, January 9, and Friday, January 10, from 6:00-9:00pm. Saturday, January 11, from 11:00-2:00pm Callbacks: If necessary, Monday, January 13 at 6:30pm. Rehearsals begin Monday, January 20, 2025 Rehearsals will run Mondays - Fridays 6:30-10:00 PM Performance dates are February 28 - March 9, 2025 Fridays and Saturdays @ 7:30 PM, Sundays @ 2:00 PM. THERE ARE FIVE SCHOOL MATINEES: March 4, 5, 11, 12, and 13 at 10:30 AM. Seeking actors, singers, and dancers for Willy Wonka, the YTA edition. All ethnicities are encouraged to audition. The YTA edition is a scaled down version of the show running about an hour long. We will be casting the role of Charlie Bucket between the ages of 10 and 13. All other roles will be played by adults, 16+. Please prepare an uptempo Broadway style song. You may sing from the score, but it is not a requirement. An accompanist will be provided; please bring your own sheet music. You may also use tracks. There will also be puppet work in this production, so bonus points if you have that skill! Those wishing to audition can make an appointment for an audition time by signing up online HERE. <https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4EABAB23A4FCC34-54010987-willy> (Role descriptions listed on this website). For parking, please park in the student lot 107 next to the Fine Arts Building on Kent State University at Stark’s Campus. The Players Guild Theatre is located at 6000 Frank Ave NW, North Canton, OH 44720 in the Kent State University at Stark Fine Arts Building on floor one. -- *Breanna Antoniades* Production Manager Players Guild Theatre 6000 Frank Ave NW North Canton, OH 44720 www.playersguildtheatre.com

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Thank You For Your Support and Join Us For Our Reopening!
by Imposters Theater 18 Dec '24

18 Dec '24

As you might've heard, our <https://www.news5cleveland.com/news/local-news/fire-destroys-car-dealership…> neighboring buildings burned down last week <https://www.news5cleveland.com/news/local-news/fire-destroys-car-dealership…>. Thankfully, no one was injured and the theater suffered minimal damage. We took last week off to make sure the building was safe from the smoke and comfortable for you to return, and now we're back in action with a full weekend of shows! We're *so* grateful for the outpouring of support we've received from the Greater Cleveland Arts Community. For those asking, the best way to help us out right now is to buy tickets to our upcoming shows to help us recover from a weekend of lost sales. *Here's what's coming up this weekend at Imposters Theater:* *Holiday Double Feature!* The Improvised Hallmark Holiday Show + A Very Silly Christmas Carol <https://www.imposterstheater.com/schedule/holiday-double-feature-122024> Friday, December 20th at 7:30 <https://www.imposterstheater.com/schedule/holiday-double-feature-122024> *and *Sunday, December 22nd at 9:30 <https://www.imposterstheater.com/schedule/holiday-double-feature-122024> $15 <https://www.imposterstheater.com/schedule/holiday-double-feature-122024> The Improvised TED Talk Show + Cleveland's Comedy Court Saturday, December 21st at 7:30 $10 adv./$15 day of <https://www.imposterstheater.com/schedule/americas-next-top-ted-comedy-cour…> <https://www.imposterstheater.com/current/p/hot-goss-the-totally-improvised-…> HOT GOSS: The Improvised Musical <https://www.imposterstheater.com/current/p/hot-goss-the-totally-improvised-…> Saturday, December 21st at 9:30 <https://www.imposterstheater.com/current/p/hot-goss-the-totally-improvised-…> $10 adv./$15 day of <https://www.imposterstheater.com/current/p/hot-goss-the-totally-improvised-…> Improv Death Match Friday, December 20th at 9:30 $10 adv./$15 day of <https://www.imposterstheater.com/schedule/improv-death-match-122024> *End The Year With Us:* *Imposters Wrapped *is a celebration of some of our favorite comedic talent in Cleveland! Join us for Improv, Variety, and Standup shows JAM PACKED with all the hits from 2024. Then come party with us on NYE! Imposters Wrapped Top Genre: Improv Friday, December 27th at 7:30 & 9:30 PM $10 adv./$15 day of <https://www.imposterstheater.com/schedule/imposters-2024-wrapped-top-genre-…> Imposters Wrapped Top Genre: Variety Saturday, December 28th at 7:30 PM $10 adv./$15 day of <https://www.imposterstheater.com/schedule/imposters-2024-wrapped-top-genre-…> Imposters Wrapped Top Genre: Standup Saturday, December 28th at 9:30 PM $10 adv./$15 day of <https://www.imposterstheater.com/schedule/imposters-2024-wrapped-top-genre-…> New Years Eve at Imposters! Doors at 8 PM Tipsy Turvy Drinking Game Improv Show at 9 PM Party 10:30 PM-1 AM No Cover <https://www.imposterstheater.com/schedule/imposters-big-new-years-eve> Full Schedule <https://www.imposterstheater.com/schedule> | Classes and Workshops <https://www.imposterstheater.com/classes>| Join Our Newsletter <https://imposterstheater.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=2b317370dae2166…>

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Musical Director
by Rtodd Todd 18 Dec '24

18 Dec '24

INDEPENDENCE COMMUNITY THEATER in INDEPENDENCE OH is looking for a musical director for its upcoming production of How to Succeed In Business Without Really Trying. It opens the first weekend in March. All Who are Interested should contact Richard Todd @ rtoddassocinc(a)gmail.com

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Final Weekend for ALTAR BOYZ - Blank Canvas Theatre
by info blankcanvastheatre.com 18 Dec '24

18 Dec '24

Blank Canvas Theatre Presents ALTAR BOYZ Book by Kevin Del Aguila Music & Lyrics by Gary Adler & Michael Patrick Walker Conceived by Marc Kessler & Ken Davenport December 19 - 21 Thursday, Friday, Saturday at 8:00pm Get your tickets to this laugh-packed award-winning musical comedy! A foot-stomping, rafter-raising musical comedy about a fictitious Christian boy band on the last night of their national "Raise the Praise" tour. The Boyz are five all-singing, all-dancing heartthrobs from Ohio: Matthew, Mark, Luke, Juan and Abraham. With their tight harmonies and spectacular choreography, the Altar Boyz delight their audience. Performing a full set, including their signature hits “Rhythm In Me,” “The Calling” and “I Believe,” the Boyz question their loyalty to each other and ask whether or not faith is really holding them together. In the end, they deliver a message of unity: “there is no star as bright as its constellation, no harmony in a single voice.” RATED: PG RUN TIME: 90 mins Tickets: $25 To purchase tickets for this show CLICK HERE<http://www.blankcanvastheatre.com/altar-boyz-tickets/> For full cast, staff, and band bios CLICK HERE<http://www.blankcanvastheatre.com/altar-boyz-cast> 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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Stage Combat and Shakespeare Text classes in January at Ohio Shakespeare, $25
by tess＠ohioshakespeare.com 17 Dec '24

17 Dec '24

Winter Workshops Jan 5, 12, 19 @ noon $25 per class This January, Ohio Shakespeare Festival offers a combo of Shakespeare verse workshops and stage combat classes. Classes are 90 minutes and take place at our indoor stage at Greystone Hall in Akron. Take one or both. These make great experience gifts for the Shakespeare (or stage combat!) fan in your life. [ www.ohioshakespeare.com/workshops ]( http://www.ohioshakespeare.com/workshops ) or 330-5-SHAKES to register or for more info Shakespeare text Workshops Sunday Jan 12, 12pm 90 minutes Join Associate Artistic Director Tess Burgler for 90 minutes of acting work focused on Shakespeare’s text. Learn to approach verse naturally (no more “Shakespeare voice”) and lose any Shakesfear you may have. We will look at ways that verse and heightened language help the actor make strong and exciting choices using John Barton’s method of text analysis. This class will be beneficial to novices and experienced actors alike. Verse class is best for ages 12 and older. Stage Combat Class Sunday Jan 5, 12pm Sunday Jan 19, 12pm 90 minutes Join Resident Fight Director Ryan Zarecki for an introduction to stage combat class. 90 minutes of learning the safety and partnering techniques to make stage violence look real (and real cool) in an environment where collaboration, communication, and consent are paramount. Students will learn basics of footwork, slaps, punches, falls, and beginning sword play. (The same workshop is held on both dates. Please choose one to attend.) Stage combat student must be 14+ years old. No exceptions—sorry!

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Master Class with Valery Lantratov - Ballet at the CAC
by Conneaut Arts Center 17 Dec '24

17 Dec '24

Upcoming Ballet Master Class with Valery Lantratov We are thrilled to announce an exceptional opportunity for dancers! The Conneaut Arts Center will be hosting a master class with renowned Russian ballet instructor *Valery Lantratov*. *When:* January 11th, 12pm-1:30pm *Where:* Conneaut Arts Center, 1025 Buffalo Street, Conneaut OH 44030 *Who:* Beginning Ballet class open to dancers ages 9 and up Valery Lantratov, a distinguished ballet master and former principal dancer, brings years of international experience to this unique class. Don’t miss this chance to learn from one of the finest names in Russian ballet! Spaces are limited, so be sure to reserve your spot early. *To Register:* Call us at 440-593-5888 or visit https://www.conneautartscenter.com/product/ballet-master-class-with-valery-… *Cost:* $25 We look forward to seeing you at this inspiring event! Warm regards, Jordan Jones Administrative Assistant/Dance Instructor Conneaut Arts Center info(a)conneautartscenter.com • 440-593-5888

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Save The Date!~~~Beck Center Announces Audition Dates for TWO Shows
by Scott Spence 17 Dec '24

17 Dec '24

SAVE THE DATE for Beck Center auditions for BOTH "*A Chorus Line*" and "*The Robber Bridegroom*." *We will begin to take appointments right after the first of the year.* *Open Call* for both titles (You can declare interest for one or both) will be held on *Friday Feb. 21st and Sat. Feb. 22nd.* *MAINSTAGE Senney Theatre* {Runs July 11th thru August 10th} *Callbacks* for "*A Chorus Line*" (Director/Choreographer: Chris Chase Carter; Musical Director: David Robison) will occur *Sunday Feb. 23rd in 2 different sessions (Aft. and Eve.)* *STUDIO Theatre* {Runs May 30th thru June 29th} *Callbacks* for "*The Robber Bridegroom*" (Director: Scott Spence; Musical Director: Larry Goodpaster; Choreographer: Lauren Marousek) will occur *Sat. March 1st and Sun. March 2nd.*

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UPDATED DATES - Auditions for SANKOFA, a new play in development at Playhouse Square
by Education Auditions 17 Dec '24

17 Dec '24

Playhouse Square Audition Announcement UPDATED DATES FOR REHEARSAL + WORKSHOP PERFORMANCE SANKOFA (WORKING TITLE) Written by: Lisa Langford Directed by: Ananias J. Dixon Assistant Directed by: Nina Domingue Choreography by: Treva Offutt AUDITION DATES: Friday January 3rd 6:00pm - 10:00pm Saturday January 4th 11:00am - 5:00pm CALLBACKS (by invitation): Sunday January 5th 11:00am - 5:00pm Callbacks will include scene work and dancing FOR INITIAL AUDITIONS: -All actors must prepare two contrasting, contemporary monologues. Both monologues should not exceed 3 minutes total. -To receive an audition slot, please send an email to EDUauditions(a)playhousesquare.org<mailto:EDUauditions@playhousesquare.org>. This email should include your headshot, resume, and which audition day you'd like to attend. -After you submit your interest, you will then receive a specific audition time on the day you requested, validation for parking downtown, and instructions on where to park and how to enter the Playhouse Square complex. This is a paid position for Non-Equity Actors. We are casting roles for a reading that will be held in March (including two days of rehearsal) and a longer workshop rehearsal period and performance in June. REHEARSAL DATES: Actors must be available for ALL rehearsal times. March Dates Tuesday March 18th 10:00am - 5:00pm Wednesday March 19th 10:00am - 5:00pm READING IN THE WESTFIELD STUDIO THEATRE Wednesday March 19th 7:00pm - 9:00pm August Dates - UPDATED REHEARSAL + PERFORMANCE WORKSHOP DATES Monday August 4th 10:00am - 5:00pm Tuesday August 5th 10:00am - 5:00pm Wednesday August 6th 10:00am - 5:00pm Thursday August 7th 10:00am - 5:00pm Friday August 8th 10:00am - 5:00pm Monday August 11th 10:00am - 5:00pm Tuesday August 12th 10:00am - 5:00pm Wednesday August 13th 10:00am - 5:00pm PERFORMANCE ON MIMI OHIO STAGE Wednesday August 13th 4:00pm PLEASE NOTE: Following this final workshop performance, SANKOFA will have a performance run in February 2026 at Playhouse Square. These are school performances which take place during the day. Those cast in this workshop are not guaranteed roles in that run, but they will be strongly considered. To that end, please audition only if you are planning to be in Cleveland through February 2026. Additionally, if you're a college student in a local theatre or musical theatre program, please secure permission to audition for this project from your faculty before submitting your audition materials. CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS - In addition to playing their title character, each actor also plays multiple roles throughout this ensemble show. All actors must be strong movers and improvisers. We are looking for 5 actors to fulfill the following roles: ROYCE: m., African American, high school senior, basketball player, handsome, charming, not as good a student as he could be. Also plays Langston Hughes, Henry Johnson, and Ras the Exhorter MAISIE: f., African American, high school senior, Royce's twin sister, sassy, quick-witted, reality TV aficionado, great dancer, good student but focused only on the things she cares about, e.g. money, fame, clout. Needs to move well. Also plays Homesteader, Cindy, and Woman in the Window DREAMA: f., African American, high school senior, Royce's girlfriend, sweet, demure, thoughtful, deeply committed to the study of history, headed for Stanford. Also plays Kanku and Zora Neale Hurston HECTOR: m., Afro-Latino, high school senior, Royce's best friend, Maisie's boyfriend, excellent wingman, loyal friend, loves music, great dancer, wants to be a D.J., might join the military. Also plays Harlem Hell fighter, Clive the DJ, Hubert, and Needham LAMARCUS: m., African American, high school senior, Royce's nemesis, star basketball player at a rival high school, great student, also headed for Stanford. Needs to move well. Also plays Mansu Musa, Buffalo Soldier, Alain Locke, and Break Dancer Molly Andrews-Hinders (she, her, hers) Education Content Creation Coordinator Composer & Line Producer of Velveteen, A New Musical Playhouse Square 1501 Euclid Ave., Suite 200 Cleveland, OH 44115 molly.andrews-hinders(a)playhousesquare.org Direct: 216-640-8460

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Part Time Director of Modern Worship position Mentor UMC
by Tammy Palermo 17 Dec '24

17 Dec '24

Mentor United Methodist Church in Mentor, Ohio is looking for a dynamic and creative Director of Modern Worship. If you’re eager to lead our community by planning transformative worship to create a space where faith is deepened, spirits are lifted, and the worship experience is unforgettable, we are ready for you to help us unlock a more profound sense of connection and devotion within our church family. Are you a visionary leader with a passion for music, technology, and creating worship that resonates with today’s congregation? Mentor United Methodist Church is looking for a dynamic and creative Director of Modern Worship to evolve of our contemporary worship services and programs. This pivotal role is your opportunity to create engaging and meaningful worship experiences that support our mission to lead all onto a path of Christ-centered discipleship. If you’re eager to lead our community by planning transformative worship, utilizing your talents in music, technology, and leadership to draw hearts closer to God, then we invite you to join us. Let’s create a space where faith is deepened, spirits are lifted, and the worship experience is unforgettable. Your vision and creativity could be the key to unlocking a more profound sense of connection and devotion within our church family. *CLICK HERE <https://www.indeed.com/job/part-time-director-modern-worship-f451e27e8ab7c0…>*for more information.

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