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The Musical "Working" - Localized Version
by Annette Phelps 26 Feb '24

26 Feb '24

Broadview Heights Spotlights Theater Presents the Musical “Working” – Localized Version Based on Studs Terkel's best-selling book of interviews with American workers, “Working” paints a vivid portrait of the workers that the world so often takes for granted: the schoolteacher, the phone operator, the waitress, the millworker, the mason, and the housewife…just to name a few. Nominated for six Tony Awards in 1978, this classic has been updated for a modern age. This is the Broadview Heights Spotlights’ Annual Coffee House production where there is a complimentary beverage bar (non-alcoholic) sponsored by Caruso’s Coffee. There are also luscious desserts available for purchase sponsored, in part, by Creekside Restaurant. The show runs February 23-March 3: Thursday, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30, Sundays at 3:00. All shows will be held at Spotlights Theater, 9543 Broadview Road, Bldg. 22 (on the Broadview Heights city campus next to the Police Department). For tickets, visit the Spotlights’ website: www.broadview-heights-spotlights.org The show features Calvin Adkins, Tim Anderson, Masario Atkins, Katie Atkinson, Abigail Collinsworth, Ray Conrad, Tara Corkery, Bill Cummins, Jessica Edwards, Eddie Gale, Katie Hinze, Clay Hoffner, Brian O. Jackson, Paul Josell, Victoria Kirgesener-Hunsicker, Lindsay MacLeod, Peggy Newton, Theresa Pedone, and Jennifer Rizzi. It is directed and music directed by Ryan Bergeron, choreographed by Theresa Pedone, and technically directed by Tim Anderson. The show is adapted by Stephen Schwartz and Nina Faso with songs by Craig Carnelia, Micki Grant, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Mary Rodgers, Susan Birkenhead, Stephen Schwartz, and James Taylor. The localized format is conceived by Daniel C. Levine for ACT of CT. “Working” - Localized Version is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com

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Tickets on Sale for Clara's Journey To Queen
by Matt Smith 26 Feb '24

26 Feb '24

CLARA’S JOURNEY TO QUEEN - an original Blue Macaroon Theater youth stage production, MARCH 22 - 24th! Get your tickets at bluemacaroontheater.com This is the fantastical story of a young princess finding herself and her friends. When her cat is kidnapped and her love is taken away from her, she risks it all to escape her family’s expectations. She learns of love, betrayal, and what it truly means to have a best friend forever. A happy ending for a coming of age story, she learns and adapts for what is her calling.

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IMPROV FOR ACTORS – A Practical Approach, with Marc Moritz /NANCY MOSSER CASTING /Pittsburgh
by Marc Moritz 26 Feb '24

26 Feb '24

IMPROV FOR ACTORS – A Practical Approach, with Marc Moritz Improv is the number one thing asked for when auditioning for commercials and looking for representation. As every savvy commercial actor knows, many auditions are strictly improvised and in order to BOOK, you need to have these skill sets! Learn how to better think on your feet, be more spontaneous, and come up with innovative solutions *Throughout the class we’ll cover:* *-How to use improv to showcase your own personality/Thinking quickly on your feet-Working on different types of commercials (spokesperson, two-person, solo spots, etc.)-Using improv to make the script/copy your own-How tone can inspire your improv within the spot-Audition prepping under a tight deadline-Using improv skills when the commercial only uses physicality and no dialogue-How to do self tapes when you don’t have time to find a reader-Creating an instant character fully realized at a moment’s notice and much more!* *Important:* This class is offered at two different levels. Level 1 will be your introduction to the techniques of improv. Level 2 will build upon the skills you learn in level 1 and include more advanced exercises and acting work. *WHEN: Saturday, March 9* *Level 1: 11AM – 1PM**Level 2: 2PM – 4PM* *WHERE: Mosser Casting, 3583 Butler Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15201COST: $60* *RESERVE YOUR SEAT <https://square.link/u/eBAixnfQ>* *https://www.mossercasting.com/improv-for-actors-a-practical-approach-with-marc-moritz/?fbclid=IwAR1WH_CvgitY0fx2j88GIXJAP4U-898VC20u0oeIRthfvwCH9ds6nAt6ci4 <https://www.mossercasting.com/improv-for-actors-a-practical-approach-with-m…>* --------- *ABOUT MARC MORITZ (AEA):* Marc originated the role of Talk Show Host in the Broadway production of the Stephen Sondheim / Hal Prince Musical, Merrily We Roll Along. Other roles include Mushnik (Little Shop of Horrors), Turpin (Sweeney Todd) , Mister Mister (The Cradle Will Rock), Mysterious Man (Into The Woods), Chairman (Mystery of Edwin Drood), Grumio (Taming of the Shrew), Ezekiel Cheever (The Crucible), Redlich (Bell, Book, and Candle), Malvolio (Twelfth Night), Caius (Merry Wives of Windsor), Claudius (Hamlet) , Joe Boyd ( Damn Yankees), Interlocutor (The Scottsboro Boys), Murray (The Odd Couple) , Sheftel (Yentl), Otto Frank (Diary of Anne Frank), Emperor Joseph (Amadeus), Touchstone ( As You Like It) , Old Shepherd (Winter’s Tale), Al Lewis (Sunshine Boys), and Roger (She Stoops to Conquer). Theatres : Goodman , Long Wharf, New Harmony, Dobama, Karamu, Porthouse, Oberlin Summer Theatre , Idaho Shakespeare, Carousel Dinner Theatre, Pittsburgh Public, Pittsburgh Playhouse, Riverside Shakespeare, Cleveland Playhouse, Great Lakes Theatre Festival, Rubber City, None Too Fragile, and Human Race . Marc was the Founder / Director of Cleveland’s successful Improv Troupe – GIANT PORTIONS. He has taught Improv at ImprovOlympic and Second City in Chicago, and throughout the country. Marc has taught acting at AMDA and CAP 21 in NYC and was a Guest Artist/ Instructor at Cornell. Marc has also taught acting and communications at John Carroll University and Lakeland College. He is the Vice-President of MainStreet Musicals ( http://www.mainstreetmusicals.org) , A New York-based based organization committed to nurturing new works regionally which boasts a board that includes John Lithgow and Patti Lupone. Directing Credits include: Art , A Raisin in the Sun, Christmas Schooner, (TrueNorth Theatre) , Hellcab, Frankie and Johnny in the Clair De Lune ( Blank Canvas Theatre), The Walworth Farce, Gutenberg! The Musical! , Tigers Be Still (Dobama Theatre) , Shine (Starring Hal Linden) , Three Guys Naked >From the Waist Down, Don’t Dress For Dinner , Unnecessary Farce ( Weathervane Playhouse) , A Broadway Christmas Carol ( Clague Playhouse), 39 Steps (Weathervane Theatre , New Hampshire) , Frankenstein 1930 (Geauga Lyric Guild) , Pajama Game (Magnificat HS ). Marc was in the Returning Professional Program at Kent State University where he received his MFA.

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Tickets Now on Sale for BACH AT LEIPZIG, produced by Seat of the Pants
by Craig Joseph 26 Feb '24

26 Feb '24

Tickets are now on sale for Seat of the Pants' production of Itamar Moses' *BACH AT LEIPZIG, *running March 22nd through April 7th at Franklin Circle Christian Church in the Ohio City neighborhood of Cleveland. A list of showtimes and ticket prices can be found at bachatleipzigsotp.eventbrite.com . It's Leipzig, Germany - 1722. Johann Kuhnau, revered organist of the Thomaskirche, suddenly dies, leaving his post vacant. The town council invites musicians from across the country to audition for the coveted position, among them young Johann Sebastian Bach. In an age where musicians depend on patronage to pursue their craft, the post is a near guarantee of fame and fortune - which is why the 7 candidates are willing to resort to any lengths to secure it. Half *AIRPLANE! *and half* AMADEUS*, *BACH AT LEIPZIG* is a fugue-like farcical web of bribery, blackmail, and betrayal set against the backdrop of questions about humanity, God, and art. Directed by Michael Glavan and produced by Craig Joseph, the production stars Carolyn Demanelis, Scott Esposito, Heidi Harris*, Molly McFadden, Luke Wehner*, and Kadijah Wingo. Sam Landgraf stage manages, with scenic design by Alan Costa, costume design by George McCarty II, lighting design by Ayron Lord, sound design by Maggie Hamilton, props design by Lisa L. Wiley, scenic construction by Christian Sanko, and fight direction by Ryan Zarecki. Use the code *INDUSTRY *when purchasing your tickets by *Monday, March 11th at midnight *to receive *$3 off each ticket!*

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Academy for Dramatic Arts-Summer Theatre Workshops
by Matthew J. Wilks 26 Feb '24

26 Feb '24

TheAcademy for Dramatic Arts in Olmsted Falls announces their Summer TheatreWorkshops. Earlybird registration is now open! Join AFDA this summer and let your creativity soar! Oureducational experiences will help you expand your performing skills and havefun! Two opportunities are available. One Act Workshop Perfectfor the new or experienced actor. Students will learn and refine the basics ofbuilding a character, stage presence, blocking, props, and set design throughan abbreviated rehearsal process while working on a one-act play. The classculminates in a one-afternoon-only performance on the final day of camp. Register for one or BOTH! Forrising fourth through eighth graders. Cost: $85 an artist. Session A -June 24-28 Session B-July 8-12 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. MusicalTheatre Workshop Helpcreate, write, and star in your own musical! You’ll have one month to puttogether everything from music to props, choreography, and set. It allconcludes with a two-night performance for your friends and family. Forrising eighth through twelfth graders. Cost: $100 an artist. June 9-July 13 Sundays and Wednesdays. Register before April 15th to get the discounted rate! For more information email afdaberea(a)gmail.com Click HERE to register now or visit https://www.academyfordramaticarts.net/theatre-camp-registration

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Auditions for "I and You" at the Kent Trumbull Theatre
by Kildow, Eric 25 Feb '24

25 Feb '24

Kent Trumbull Theatre in Warren, OH announces auditions for its production of “I and You” by Lauren Gunderson. CHARACTER BREAKDOWN Caroline- A girl. Cynical, over it, plays it “close to the vest.” Can play high school age. Anthony- A boy. Neat and mature for his age. Can play high school age. Both roles open to all ethnicities and gender identities. As per the playwright, “The only essentiality is that the characters not be the same race.” PERFORMANCE DATES April 26-28, May 3-5 AUDITION DATES March 3 & 4 @ 7pm-9pm. At the Kent Trumbull Theatre, Trumbull Campus, Warren OH REHEARSALS Preliminary schedule slated to begin 3/6 depending on actor availability. Looking to work flexibly. AUDITIONS Will be cold readings from the script. Please contact ekildow(a)kent.edu with any questions. Eric S. Kildow, Associate Professor and Program Coordinator (he/him/his) School of Theatre and Dance Kent State University at Trumbull “We are all ancestors in training.” -Larissa Fasthorse

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Hiring Assistant Stage Manager Interns: Cleveland Shakespeare Festival
by Rachel Gold 25 Feb '24

25 Feb '24

PAID INTERNSHIP - CLEVELAND SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL CSF is seeking two interns looking to gain technical and production experience for the Summer 2024 season. Interns will work closely with the Artistic Director, Associate Artistic Director, Production Stage Manager, and Board of Trustees. As a part of this internship, you will have the opportunity to assistant stage and production manage our season of locally touring summer productions. The assistant stage manager is required to attend all the rehearsals and performances for your assigned show. Additionally the intern role will act as an assistant production manager for our adjacent production, working alongside the Artistic Director to manage the event. 1. This internship is aimed toward young artists (Juniors and Seniors in high school or Freshmen and Sophomores in college). 2. Must have reliable transportation to multiple outdoor locations throughout Cuyahoga County during a majority of weekends June 21 - August 4 3. Paid stipend $200 To apply for this internship, please submit an application form, a resume, a cover letter, and two references on our website: https://www.clevelandshakespeare.org/ Due by March 25th, 5:00PM Any other questions regarding the position, duties, or application process, please contact Rachel Gold, the Associate Artistic Director: rachel.ec.gold(a)gmail.com

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AUDITIONS: Cleveland Shakespeare Festival Season 2024
by Rachel Gold 25 Feb '24

25 Feb '24

CLEVELAND SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL - AUDITION NOTICE CSF is excited to announce auditions for our 27th season! We are accepting video auditions for the following productions: A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM KING LEAR Audition submissions due March 17th at 5PM. In-person Callbacks: March 23 & 25 1. Submit an audition form and video through the website https://www.clevelandshakespeare.org/ 2. Prepare two contrasting classical monologues. Total delivery time of both monologues combined should not exceed three minutes. At least one of your two monologues must be from the works of Shakespeare. 3. There are no AEA contracts available. No housing is provided. All actors and production staff are paid a stipend. Rehearsals MIDSUMMER: May - June Performance MIDSUMMER: June 21 - July 7 Rehearsals KING LEAR: June - July Performance KING LEAR: July 19 - August 4 Performances are FRI, SAT evenings & SUN afternoons Any questions, contact Artistic Director, Dusten Welch or Associate Artistic Director, Rachel Gold: clevelandshakespeare(a)gmail.com dusten.a.welch(a)cleveshakes.org rachel.ec.gold(a)gmail.com

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Auditions: The Wadsworth Footlighters Youth Production: Folk Tails
by The Wadsworth Footlighters 25 Feb '24

25 Feb '24

The Wadsworth Footlighters are holding auditions for their youth production... Folk Tails: Animals Stories From Around The World WHEN: March 6th @ 6pm - 7:30 or March 7th @ 6pm - 7:30 Performers only have to attend one audition date, and can arrive any time within the listed times. WHERE: Grace Lutheran Church (146 High Street, Wadsworth, OH) Please enter through the back door along the parking lot off King Street. WHO: Anyone that has "Graduated" Kindergarten through 8th grade. (Current Kindergarteners May Audition!) SEEKING: 20 - 30 Cast Members. All roles available. SHOW DATES: April 19th, 20th, and 21st, 2024 at Grace Lutheran Church More information can be found on our website: WadsworthFootlighters.com/Auditions

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Beck Center & BWMT RIDE THE CYCLONE, regional premiere
by Julie Gilliland 23 Feb '24

23 Feb '24

RIDE THE CYCLONE, A THRILL FROM START TO FINISH Lakewood, Ohio-January 2, 2024- Ride the Cyclone<https://www.beckcenter.org/shows/ride>, produced by Beck Center for the Arts, in collaboration with Baldwin Wallace University Music Theatre Program runs February 9 to February 25, 2024 in the Senney Theater. In this hilarious and outlandish story, the lives of six teenagers from a Canadian chamber choir are cut short in a freak accident aboard a roller coaster. With music, book and lyrics by Jacob Richmond and Brooke Maxwell, originally produced by Kevin McCullum and Morris Berchard with additional materials by Alan Schmuckler, this production will be directed by Victoria Bussert. Music direction by Matthew Webb and choreography by Lauren Tidmore make this an exciting regional premiere, in collaboration with Baldwin Wallace University Music Theatre Program. In this dark comedy, the Saint Cassian High School Chamber Choir boards the Cyclone roller coaster, dying minutes later when the front axle breaks, sending them to their tragic demise. When they awake in a strange purgatory, a mechanical fortune teller invites each to tell the story of a life interrupted-with the promise of a prize like no other-a chance for one of them to return to life. Victoria Bussert, head of Baldwin Wallace University Music Theatre Program states, "Baldwin Wallace Music Theatre is thrilled to be partnering with Beck Center on the regional premiere of Ride the Cyclone. This groundbreaking new musical, which became TikTok sensation during the pandemic, will finally have its regional premiere with the annual BW/Beck collaboration - we couldn't be more excited!" This production of Ride the Cyclone<https://bwmt.bw.edu/performances/ride-the-cyclone> is double cast, with a Maverick cast and a Raptor cast. Find out more at BWMT.BW.EDU.<https://bwmt.bw.edu/performances/ride-the-cyclone> Individual tickets may be purchased at beckcenter.org<https://www.beckcenter.org/shows/ride> with ticket prices from $38 (adults), $34 (for seniors 65 and older) and $17 for high school and college students with valid ID. Patrons who use promo code COASTER by Feb 5, 2024 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. Ride the Cyclone is presented through special arrangement with Broadway Licensing. All authorized performance materials are also supplied by Broadway Licensing. 7 Penn Plaza STE 904, New York, NY 10001 Phone: 1-833-216-5879 www.broadwaylicensing.com. 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. Beck Center for the Arts thanks marquee sponsor First Federal Lakewood for their generous support. 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.

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