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SONGS WITHOUT WORDS at convergence-continuum
by Cory Molner 16 Aug '24

16 Aug '24

*SONGS WITHOUT WORDS, nationally recognized new play from Chicago playwright, to perform at convergence-continuum’s Tweener Series August 29th - 31st* *Songs Without Words* (*or, The Mendelssohn Play*), an award winning solo play from Chicago-based actor/playwright Jennifer Vosters, will perform three shows through con*ver*gence-continu*um*’s “Tweener Series” this August. *Songs Without Words* is the humorous, heartbreaking story of one artistic soul inhabiting two very different artists. Featuring Vosters’s tour-de-force performance as sibling composers Fanny and Felix Mendelssohn, *Songs Without Word*s wrestles with gender and genius, family and fame, siblinghood and the power of art. The play won the 2024 M. Elizabeth Osborn Award from the American Theatre Critics Association, a national award recognizing outstanding new plays from emerging playwrights. *Songs Without Words* also won Critics’ Pick of the Fringe at the Cincinnati Fringe Festival. Alan Jozwiak of the League of Cincinnati Theatres called *Songs Without Words* “a rich and beautiful tapestry of two composers’ lives that is well told and wonderfully acted <https://www.leagueofcincytheatres.info/cincy-fringe-2024-cancel-this-musica…>.” Fellow critic Katrina Reynolds lauded its “incredible writing, exciting direction, and what can only bedescribed as a flawless performance. <https://www.leagueofcincytheatres.info/kats-fringe-reviews-june-7-9/>” Kirk Sheppard of The Sappy Critic gave it “a must-see recommendation <https://thesappycritic.substack.com/p/fringe-62-day-two>,” and Milwaukee’s Russ Bickerstaff described it as “a remarkable piece…[that]speaks to universals in art, life, and familial love, making it a one-hour journey anyone can take. <https://thesmallstage.weebly.com/blog/mendelssohn-mendelssohn-vosters>” Fanny Mendelssohn was a 19th -century composer who, like most women of the time, was not permitted to be a professional artist. Her younger brother Felix, famous for masterpieces like “The Wedding March” and “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing,” soared to stardom while she remained relatively obscure, until recent interest in her music has propelled her into the spotlight. While lovers of history and classical music will find much to enjoy, Vosters stresses that Songs Without Words is a story for everybody. “It’s about sibling love and sibling rivalry, it’s about family, it’s about trying and failing and trying again to live up to your potential,” she says. It’s fast-paced—only 60 minutes—and from Ohio to Saskatchewan, it’s been striking a chord with audiences from all walks of life. Songs Without Words Written and Performed by Jennifer Vosters Thu-Sat at 8 p.m. ONE WEEKEND ONLY August 29th through August 31st Tickets are $20 general admission for tickets please visit www.convergence-continuum.org All performances are held at the Liminis Theater 2438 Scranton Rd. Cleveland 44113 in the Historic Tremont neighborhood. -- Cory Molner Executive Artistic Director convergence-continuum cmolner(a)convergence-continuum.org 216-308-9375 He/him (what this? <https://pronouns.org/>)

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Casting Opportunity: Urban Confrontation - Bryant Anderson Productions
by bryantanderson1968＠yahoo.com 15 Aug '24

15 Aug '24

🎬 Casting Call Alert! 🎬 Title: Urban Confrontation Production Company: Bryant Anderson Productions Director: Bryant Anderson Submission Deadline: August 12-23, 2024 Submit via Instagram @bryantanderson1968 or email at bryantandersonproductions(a)yahoo.com (No late submissions!) In-Person Auditions:📍 Cleveland, Ohio 🗓️ August 24, 2024 Rehearsal:📍 Cleveland, Ohio 🗓️ August 31, 2024 Filming Location: Cleveland, Ohio Shooting Dates: September 14-15, 2024 (Must be available both days) Compensation: Paid. Earn $75-$100 per role + meals, refreshments, and invaluable experience. Project Overview: Urban Confrontation is a gritty drama exploring love, jealousy, and family tensions. High school seniors Kisha Simms and Violet Ayala clash over Violet's ex-boyfriend, leading to an intense showdown. Themes of love, betrayal, and family loyalty drive this powerful story. Casting the Following Roles: Kisha Simms (Lead): African-American, 17+, confident, strong-willed. Violet Ayala (Lead): Hispanic/Caucasian, 17+, intense and emotionally driven. Camila Ayala (Supporting): Hispanic/Caucasian, 17+, compassionate and empathetic. Miguel Costner (Supporting): Male, 18-25, African-American/Hispanic/Caucasian, emotionally torn. Taylor Simms (Supporting): African-American, 20s, tough and street-smart. Deja Simms (Supporting): African-American, 40s, resilient mother. Maddie Ayala (Supporting): Hispanic/Caucasian, 40s, embodies regret and sadness. How to Apply: Please submit a current photo, resume, and a one-minute monologue video showing your emotional range. Email or DM with the subject line "Urban Confrontation—[Role Name]." Don't miss this chance to be part of a dynamic production! We look forward to your submissions! 🎥

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Guitarist for Hire at Millennial Theatre Project for Rocky Horror
by Millennial Theatre Project 15 Aug '24

15 Aug '24

Guitarist for hire at the Millennial Theatre Project! The Akron Civic Theatre's Millennial Theatre Project is looking for a guitarist October performances of the musical Richard O'Brien's The Rocky Horror Show. Being a strong music reader is a must. This is a paid position. Rehearsals Two rehearsals before tech week. (Dates will be discussed with Musical Director) Tech week October 6th-10th Performances October 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, and 27.Looking for a guitarist for the Millennial Theatre Project at Akron Civic Theatre! The project needs a guitarist for the October performances of Richard O'Brien's The Rocky Horror Show. The ideal candidate must be a strong music reader and this is a paid position. Rehearsals: Two rehearsals before tech week. Dates will be discussed with the Musical Director. Tech week: October 6th-10th. Performances: October 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, and 27. Rehearsals and performances will take place at the Akron Civic Theatre's new Knight Stage located at 176 S. Main St., Akron, OH 44308. Please contact civicmtp(a)gmail.com if you have any questions or are interested in the position.

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Micro Theater CLE is accepting submissions for the fall!
by Jonathon Morgan 15 Aug '24

15 Aug '24

Micro Theater CLE is accepting submissions for its second event in October in Tremont. The submission deadline is September 1. You don't need to have a fully-developed piece, just an idea. Here’s more information: https://www.microtheatercle.com/submissions At Micro Theater events we produce 10-15 short performances that are staged simultaneously in different rooms throughout the same building (or neighborhood). Each show is performed 3-5 times per night, so the audience can see a few short plays in an evening with time in between to chat over beers. The micro theater concept started in Madrid before launching in Miami and Buenos Aires, and on May 24 and 25 we staged the first ever micro theater event in Cleveland. Over 500 people attended 90 performances of 16 new productions over 2 nights in 10 different rooms at the historic Brownhoist building on St. Clair. We had a blast! Traditional plays, experimental plays, dramas, comedies, physical theater, sketch, clown, burlesque, performance art, and immersive performance are all fair game. Performances should be 15-minutes or less and will be staged in small rooms or site specific spaces inside homes, on porches, in parks, or traveling through Tremont. If you're excited about it, we'll try and make it work. We have experienced producers, directors, performers you can collaborate with, or you’re welcome to direct and cast the show on your own. And if you’re a director (or interested in trying out directing) and/or an actor and would be interested in being in someone else’s show, let us know! Please send any questions to info(a)microtheatercle.com. Micro Theater CLE is produced by Mindy Herman, Samantha Cocco, and Jonathon Morgan.

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Dinner AND a comedy show at French Creek THIS WEEKEND!
by Erin Moran 15 Aug '24

15 Aug '24

Looking for something to do Saturday night? Look no further! French Creek Theatre Presents food trucks AND... *The Snowflake Comedy Club * August 17, 7 PM French Creek Theatre 4530 Colorado Ave., Sheffield Village, Ohio 44054 Box Office: (440) 949-5200 Tickets are just $15 For one show only, enjoy laughs from the Snowflake Comedy Club and dinner and treats from local food trucks, Gourmet Hot Dogs and Kona Ice Snow Cones! Come as early as 5:00pm and enjoy dinner and dessert out on our beautiful overlook patio under the cafe lights. Or get your dinner and eat during the show starting at 7:00pm. The Snowflake Comedy Club is a pop-up comedy club in Northeast Ohio that features “comics from underrepresented groups, including people of color, women, and folks in the queer community.” With material that strives to “regulate and advocate for everyone that attends a show to be treated with dignity and respect.” This inclusive group believes in a “a better and stronger comedic environment that "punches up" rather than "punches down".”

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Agency Booking Assistant
by stephen 15 Aug '24

15 Aug '24

Agency Booking Assistant PMTM Agency is currently seeking to hire a Booking Assistant. Must have the following qualifications/skills * Proficient in Microsoft Office * Good multi-tasking skills, attention to detail Experience in the following is a plus * Knowledge of the model/talent industry & understanding of a commercial market * Experience as an event coordinator, public relations, marketing, or sales Compensation based on experience; Company offers health insurance and vacation benefits. Email your resume to stephen(a)pmtm.com<mailto:stephen@pmtm.com>

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AUDITIONS FRENCH CREEK CHRISTMAS SHOW
by Erin Moran 15 Aug '24

15 Aug '24

A FANTASTIC AND FUN WINTER MUSICAL Winter Wonderettes Written & Created by Roger Bean Direction by Greg Violand French Creek Theatre presents Winter Wonderettes. This seasonal celebration finds the girls, Betty Jean, Cindy Lou, Missy, and Suzy entertaining at the 1968 holiday party for Harper’s Hardware. The Wonderettes transform the hardware store into a magical winter wonderland but when Santa turns up missing, the girls use their talent and creative ingenuity to save the holiday party! Featuring great ’60s versions of holiday classics such as “Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town,” “Jingle Bell Rock,” “Run, Rudolph, Run,” and “Winter Wonderland,” the result is, of course, marvelous! This energetic and glittering holiday package is guaranteed to delight audiences of all ages. PERFORMANCES December 6-8 & 13-15th Fri. and Sat. performances at 7:30 p.m., Sun. matinee shows at 2 p.m. Ewing Hall, French Creek Theatre 4530 Colorado Ave., Sheffield Village AUDITIONS August 22nd & 23rd 6-8pm Please fill out a submission form HERE: https://tinyurl.com/3435j8tk Sign up for your audition slot HERE: https://tinyurl.com/yxf3ydrs PREPARATION Please prepare 16 bars of a song in the style of the show. Please bring a track. We will provide a Bluetooth speaker or CD player. Video submissions will be accepted to erinmoranarts(a)gmail.com due August 23rd by 8pm. CALLBACKS Saturday, August 24th at 1:00pm at French Creek REHEARSALS Start Oct. 7th at French Creek Nature Center& Theatre in Sheffield Village schedule based on cast availability. Sent from my iPhone

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Tenor section leader needed (repost with working e-mail address)
by George A. Sargeant 15 Aug '24

15 Aug '24

Plymouth Church of Shaker Heights, an Open and Affirming/Just Peace congregation of the United Church of Christ, is seeking a tenor section leader for its adult choir. The position reports to the Director of Music and the Arts and requires availability for the weekly Sunday morning service at 10:30 a.m with a 9:45 a.m. choral warmup and the midweek choir rehearsal from 7:30 to 8:45 p.m. during the program year that runs from September through May. Additional mandatory services include Christmas Eve and Maundy Thursday. Compensation is $65 per call, paid monthly. While there will be opportunities for solos, duets, etc., the primary responsibility of the position is to provide musical leadership and support for the volunteer singers in the section. Consequently, strong sight-reading skills are indispensable and a cheerful, collaborative spirit is needed as well. Christian faith is helpful but not required. We do ask that you share our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusiveness. Applications/CVs/recordings may be sent to George A. Sargeant, Director of Music and the Arts (gasorg(a)fastmail.net) and will be accepted until the position is filled. The anticipated start date is Thursday, September 5.

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Reminder: Monday & Tuesday AUDITIONS for a Halloween season rehearsed reading of THE WAR OF THE WORLDS.
by Bud Graske 15 Aug '24

15 Aug '24

This is the legendary 1938 Radio Script based on the novel by H.G. Wells, adapted for radio by Howard E. Koch - as performed by Orson Welles’ Mercury Theater of the air. Produced by special arrangement with the Playscripts Inc. Publishing Company of New York, NY in collaboration with Makeshift Theater of Akron. Audition Dates: Monday, August 19, 6-8pm Tuesday, August 20, 6-8pm Auditions to be held at the Makeshift Theatre at 833 Carroll Street off of East Market in Akron. Sign up for auditions at: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0944AAAF23A3FE3-50444805-auditions Director – Bud Graske Roles – Multiple roles for men and women No role has been pre-cast. Silver Lining Players is looking to cast actors 50 years and older for this play, but otherwise seeks diversity and representation in casting and encourages actors of all ethnicities, races, gender identities, body types, and abilities, to audition. This will be a staged reading as was the original 1938 radio play. Extensive music and sound effects cues will recreate the radio theater experience. Broadcast by CBS’s Mercury Theatre of the Air on Halloween Eve 1938, this legendary radio play, based on the novel by H. G. Wells, famously had many terrified listeners convinced that an actual alien invasion of Earth was taking place. Adapted by Howard E. Koch, co-writer of Casablanca, and starring Orson Welles, this original script detailed the frightening tale of an extraterrestrial takeover. The script may be reviewed at https://www.wellesnet.com/the-war-of-the-worlds-radio-script/ Auditions: Please bring a headshot/resume and your calendar in order to declare any rehearsal conflicts. Auditions will consist of actors reading from the script. Tentative rehearsal schedule: 6pm Mondays, Sept 16, 23 & 30 6pm Tuesdays, Sept 24 & Oct 1 6pm Wednesdays, Sept 25 & Oct 2 Some rehearsals may be added or cancelled if progress determines it. Tech Rehearsals: 6pm Monday, Oct 7 6pm Wednesday, Oct 9 6pm Friday, Oct 11 All Performances are 2PM Matinees: Saturdays, October 12 & 19. Sundays, October 13 & 20. To be performed at The Makeshift Theater at 833 Carroll St in Akron.

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Review of Come From Away Tour
by Laura Kennelly 14 Aug '24

14 Aug '24

It’s been five years since the touring production of *Come From Away* awed Playhouse Square audiences. On Tuesday night, opening night for a short run at Connor Palace, it did it again. The touching (sometimes funny) musical uses a multi-faceted cast to tell the story about what happened to thousands of passengers stranded in Canada when United States air traffic shut down after the 9/11 attacks. This production is directed by Daniel Goldstein (with musical staging by Richard J. Hinds), but still based on the Broadway original. And yes, the cast is as impressive as ever (and even more inclusive). It’s clearly a team effort. Everyone is listed in the program as a specific character they are playing, but they all also play “others” so not only are plane passengers seen, so are townspeople. See full review at https://coolcleveland.com/2024/08/theater-review-come-from-away-playhouse-s…

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