December 2025 - NEohioPAL - lists.neohiopal.org

Audition for the Guys and Dolls Pit Orchestra at Saint Ignatius
by Sean Cahill 13 Dec '25

13 Dec '25

Saint Ignatius High School is excited to invite *female high school instrumentalists from area schools* to audition for our pit orchestra for this spring’s musical, *Guys and Dolls*. Over the past two years, we’ve had talented musicians from a variety of schools join us, and it has been a fantastic collaboration. We’re eager to continue offering this opportunity to any interested female musicians who would like to be part of a fun, supportive, and high-level musical experience. *Audition Details* - *Auditions:* Early January (right after winter break) cuts from the score will be made available to anyone wanting to audition - *Show Dates:* March 20–28 - *Instrumentation Needed:* Woodwinds, brass, strings, bass, and drums/percussion If you play one of these instruments and would like to audition, or if you’d simply like to receive updates as details are finalized, please feel free to reach out: - *John Mullen:* jmullen(a)ignatius.edu - *David Croglio:* dcroglio(a)ignatius.edu We’d love to have you consider joining our pit this spring! -- Sean M. Cahill, Ph.D. History Department Model United Nations, Moderator Ignatius Harlequins, Producer Saint Ignatius High School 1911 West 30th Street Cleveland, OH 44113 www.ignatius.edu

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Level Up Your Look: Virtual Headshots for the Modern Actor!
by Anhedonia Pictures 12 Dec '25

12 Dec '25

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Audiences and Critics are loving "I Wear My Dead Sister's Clothes" at CPT!
by Kim Furganson 12 Dec '25

12 Dec '25

cleveland PUBLIC theatre presents I Wear My Dead Sister's Clothes Written and performed by Amy Schwabauer Directed by Ray Caspio Through - December 20, 2025 "This show is a love letter to someone who has passed as well as part of the healing process needed to move on. It is a well constructed study of life." -Mark Horning<https://misterh215.wixsite.com/mysite/single-post/cleveland-public-theatre-…>, Cleveland Critic's Circle "Schwabauer weaves a galaxy of emotions." -Christine Howey, Cleveland Scene<https://www.clevescene.com/arts/borderlight-theater-festival-review-day-two…> Winner of the "Char and Chuck Fowler Audience Choice Award," Borderlight Theatre Festival (2024) I Wear My Dead Sister's Clothes, written and performed by Amy Schwabauer, is an autobiographical dark comedy about what it means to love and grieve a difficult person. While cleaning out her deceased sister's house, Amy sorts through the messy baggage of their relationship and asks herself the tough questions, like why did her sister need four identical dish drainers? Loss haunts Amy as she empties out every closet, but laughs come just as easily as tears when she wears her dead sister's clothes. Special Performances and Perks Free Hot Drinks: A selection of coffee and teas are provided for every performance. Free Bev Friday: A selection of free alcohol and non-alcohol beverages is offered following the performance. Covid-Conscious Sundays (Dec. 14 at 3pm): We recognize and acknowledge that patrons have varied levels of comfort while attending live performances; thus, we continue to offer these performances in support of those who prefer to be preventative and/or are dealing with immune compromised health issues including and not limited to long term Covid symptoms. For these performances, patrons are required to wear masks for the duration of these events. Per the CDC, the masks that offer the best protection are N95, K95 or surgical. Masks will be available upon request at the box office. Monday Raffle (Dec. 15 at 7pm): Purchase tickets to our Monday, Dec. 15 show and your name will be entered into a raffle to receive $50 in gift certificates to either Ninja City<https://www.ninjacity.com/> or Great Lakes Brewing Company<https://www.greatlakesbrewing.com/brewpub>. Winners will be pulled by 12pm Mon., Dec. 15 and contacted by email and/or phone. Click here<https://www.cleveland.com/entertainment/2025/12/i-wear-my-dead-sisters-clot…> for Cleveland.com article on the show. Click here<https://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2025-2026/i-wear-my-dead-sis…> for audience testimonials. Click here<https://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2025-2026/i-wear-my-dead-sis…> for more info and to purchase tickets.

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Auditions for Murder on the Orient Express at the Millennial Theatre Project
by Millennial Theatre Project 12 Dec '25

12 Dec '25

*AUDITION NOTICE* *Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express* Presented by The Millennial Theatre Project Directed by Dylan Todd Brown Step onto the famed Orient Express and help us unravel a classic. We’re looking for bold, clever performers ready to dig into character-driven storytelling and delicious mystery. *AUDITION DATE* *Monday, January 12* Group auditions in the Knight Stage at the Akron Civic Theatre - *Session 1:* 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM - *Session 2:* 8:30 PM – 10:00 PM Auditioners will read scenes from the script in groups. *No monologue prep needed. Just show up ready to play.* *CALLBACKS* *Wednesday, January 14* 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM Knight Stage at the Akron Civic Theatre *SIGN UP FOR AN AUDITION SLOT* https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E48A4A629A2F9CF8-60846510-themillennial *AUDITION QUESTIONS* Email the Director, *Dylan Todd Brown*, at 📧 *dylantoddbrown(a)gmail.com <dylantoddbrown(a)gmail.com>* *VIRTUAL AUDITION REQUESTS* Email The Millennial Theatre Project at 📧 *civicmtp(a)gmail.com <civicmtp(a)gmail.com>*

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Insurance for the Arts
by mail＠unquoting.com 12 Dec '25

12 Dec '25

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Choreographer Call
by Anna Cerveny 11 Dec '25

11 Dec '25

Cleveland Dance Project's choreographer applications are open until Dec 31, 11:59pm for our Season 17 Showcase! Choreographers are given the opportunity to create and showcase a short work (under 4 minutes) in any style of dance on our adult dancers. Casting is done at auditions on Sunday January 25 - our dance family consists of 200+ adults from the beginner to the professional. Choreographers are paid a small stipend, given professional photos & videos, reimbursed for costume expenses ($15/dancer), and get free studio space for their rehearsals plus discounted studio space for any other use. Works will be seen by 1500+ audience members! For more information and to apply: clevelanddanceproject.com/choreoapp. Email us with any questions! clevelanddanceproject(a)gmail.com Early Bird App Fee $25 (full applications due by 12/14) Regular App Fee $35 (full applications due by 12/31) Anna Cerveny Director Cleveland Dance Project clevelanddanceproject(a)gmail.com web <http://www.clevelanddanceproject.com> / facebook <http://www.facebook.com/clevelanddanceproject>/ instagram <https://www.instagram.com/clevelanddanceproject/?hl=en>

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AUDITIONS for Arsenic & Old Lace at Strongsville Community Theatre
by Lindsay Pier 11 Dec '25

11 Dec '25

Strongsville Community Theatre is pleased to announce auditions for our upcoming production of ARSENIC & OLD LACE! Written by: Joseph Kesselring Directed by: Lindsay Pier Auditions: Saturday, Nov. 22nd 1:00-3:00pm at the Strongsville Senior Center. Please arrive at 1:00 pm. Rehearsals: Monday-Thursday 7:00-10:00pm at Strongsville High School Little Theater, to begin in mid-January Performances: Feb. 20, 21, 27, 28 at 7:30pm and Feb. 22 & March 1 at 2:00pm at Strongsville High School Little Theater AUDITIONS Saturday, Nov. 22nd 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Strongsville Senior Center 18100 Royalton Rd., Strongsville, OH 44136 strongsvillecommunitytheatre.com/auditions<http://strongsvillecommunitytheatre.com/auditions> <http://strongsvillecommunitytheatre.com/auditions> Auditions will consist of reading selected script passages. (DOWNLOAD AUDITION SIDES)<https://www.strongsvillecommunitytheatre.com/_files/ugd/fae884_84d25147ab58…> Please bring a headshot and resume, if available. If you are unable to attend the auditions in-person or if you have any questions, please contact our director, Lindsay Pier at lindsaypier(a)hotmail.com<mailto:lindsaypier@hotmail.com>. ABOUT THE SHOW A timeless hit, both on Broadway and in the West End, Arsenic and Old Lace is the amusing story of two charming elderly ladies who decide that by poisoning their poor, lonely lodgers and burying the bodies in their cellar, they are saving these unfortunates from the sorrows of this world – however, not everybody shares their views! Drama critic Mortimer Brewster’s engagement announcement is upended when he discovers a corpse in his elderly aunts’ window seat. Mortimer rushes to tell Abby and Martha before they stumble upon the body themselves, only to learn that the two old women aren’t just aware of the dead man in their parlor, they killed him! Between his aunts’ penchant for poisoning wine, a brother who thinks he’s Teddy Roosevelt, and another brother using plastic surgery to hide from the police – not to mention Mortimer’s own hesitancy about marriage – it’ll be a miracle if Mortimer makes it to his wedding. Arsenic and Old Lace is a classic black comedy about the only thing more deadly than poison: family. CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS Abby Brewster (50-70) A darling lady, and the very model of Victorian charm and grace, who poisons elderly gentlemen, with her sister as an act of charity. She and her sister Martha seem to be the absolute embodiment of the values and polite society of a bygone age. More dominant, and a bit older than Martha, both ladies are happy, healthy, lucid, and spry. The Aunt to Teddy, Jonathan, and Mortimer. Martha Brewster (50-70) Very sweet, but more submissive than Abby. Martha still is a strong woman. She and her sister have lived together for many, many years. Their personalities and pecking order around each other have been firmly rooted for eons. Always wears a high collar. The Aunt to Teddy, Jonathan, and Mortimer. Mortimer Brewster (30-50) Nephew of Abby and Martha, brother to both Teddy and Jonathan Brewster. Mortimer is a drama critic who is in love with and engaged to Elaine Harper. Very likable. A good-hearted cynic who is about to have his world turned upside down. Mortimer is the only Brewster who is relatively sane. Elaine Harper (25-40) The daughter of Rev. Dr. Harper, and Mortimer’s fiancée. She is surprisingly wise in the ways of the world for a minister’s daughter. She is a little bit wily, sassy, and absolutely sharp. Teddy Brewster (40-60) Very likable, kindhearted brother to Mortimer and Jonathan, Nephew of Abby and Martha Brewster. Teddy is a mentally ill man who believes that he is the 26th President of the United States, Theodore Roosevelt. Jonathan Brewster (40-60) Nephew of Abby and Martha Brewster, brother to Teddy and Mortimer. Jonathan is a psychopath, wanted murderer who is running from the law. He has had botched plastic surgery and now looks like Boris Karloff. Dr. Einstein (45-55) A failed plastic surgeon and alcoholic. Dr. Einstein has changed Jonathan’s face three times, successful only in deforming his appearance. He speaks with a heavy German accent. The Reverend Dr. Harper (50-70) The minister to the church next door to the Brewster house. Dr. Harper displays a sense of polish, refinement, and mild-mannered sensitivity towards others. He is not in favor of Mortimer and Elaine’s relationship. Officers Brophy and Klein (25-45) Police officers making rounds collecting Christmas toys for the needy. They regularly visit the Brewster home for tea and cookies. Mr. Gibbs (55-80) An elderly gentleman who wishes to rent a room from the Brewster sisters; and nearly falls victim to the sisters' “charity”. Lieutenant Rooney (50s) A tough and dominating police officer. Mr. Witherspoon (55-80) The superintendent of Happy Dale Sanitarium, an institution for the mentally ill.

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CASTING NOTICE FOR FEATURE FILM | PAID
by Anhedonia Pictures 11 Dec '25

11 Dec '25

ANHEDONIA PICTURES is currently accepting submissions for actors for an upcoming feature horror film starring Felissa Rose (Sleepaway Camp, Terrifier 2) and Lew Temple (The Walking Dead, The Devil's Rejects) The film is scheduled to shoot in Northeast Ohio in April 2026. We are accepting submissions for both union and non-union cast members. *Feature Film: **FRACTURED* *Genre:* Psychological Thriller *Description: **Fractured* follows Arthur Thorne, a socially anxious and isolated man whose orderly life begins to collapse as intrusive visions, paranoia, and violent fantasies blur the line between reality and delusion. As he becomes convinced he’s part of a psychological experiment, Arthur’s unraveling drives the film’s tense and unsettling descent. *We are currently accepting submissions for the following roles:* *AVAILABLE PRINCIPAL ROLES * *ARTHUR THORNE- Lead* | *Age Range:* 30s. A brilliant but deeply anxious and isolated man with rigid routines and an intense need for control. Beneath his quiet demeanor lies repressed rage and escalating paranoia. Arthur transforms from meek and awkward to frantic and unstable as he believes he’s being manipulated. Key Traits: Anxious, obsessive, articulate, unraveling. *TRUDI- Supporting* | *Age Range:* 30s-50s. Pendergast’s assistant. Efficient, professional, and subtly dismissive toward Arthur. She embodies workplace bureaucracy and appears in several of Arthur’s violent fantasies. Key Traits: Business-like, curt, a gatekeeper. *ETHAN- Supporting* | *Age Range:* 30s. Another patient of Dr. Sharma’s. Later appears claiming he is also being manipulated and urges Arthur toward violence. His true nature (is he real, imagined, or part of a plot?) is intentionally unclear. Key Traits: Nervous, conspiratorial, frantic. *SEAN- Supporting* | *Age Range:* Late 20s. Lila’s volatile, physically imposing boyfriend. Verbally abusive and intimidating, representing the aggressive masculinity Arthur both fears and envies. Key Traits: Rugged, hot-headed, intimidating. *OTHER AVAILABLE ROLES:* Smaller featured roles, day players and background roles may also be cast from this submission. To submit please visit www.anhedoniapictures.com and click on the link at the bottom of the page.

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Musical theatre pop up class
by Jailyn Harris 11 Dec '25

11 Dec '25

Join Jailyn Sherell Harris December 14th from 6-8pm for a fun holiday themed musical theatre dance class! Class is $20, or $18 with a canned good (cash only for the discount). Location: 5505 Valley Belt Road, Suite B, Independence, OH 44131 Want your spot guaranteed? Cash App or Venmo @jaisherell to reserve. All levels are welcome! Come ready for a fun, challenging, and engaging class to spice up your December. Jailyn Sherell Harris is a Cleveland-based choreographer and director whose work centers strong storytelling and joyful movement. Recent credits include projects with Cleveland Play House, Near West Theatre, Western Reserve Playhouse, and The MAD Factory. She is an Associate Member of SDC and a 2023 Room in the House Fellow.

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Paid Opportunities: BorderLight Festival Artist Calls (Closing Soon!)
by Dale Heinen 11 Dec '25

11 Dec '25

Cleveland Artists and Designers: Create the 2026 BorderLight Festival Branding (closing December 15th) BorderLight is seeking a local artist or designer to create the official visual identity for the 2026 Festival. We are looking for someone whose work feels adventurous, unexpected, playful, or thought provoking. The selected artwork will be featured across the Festival Guide, digital media, our website, and signage in Playhouse Square. To apply, submit your portfolio link here: https://www.borderlightcle.org/2026branding/ Deadline: December 15, 2025 BorderLight Fringe Festival 2026 - Call for Performing Artists (closing January 16th) Applications are now open for the BorderLight Fringe Festival, lighting up Cleveland's Playhouse Square District July 8 - 11, 2026. The Fringe is where adventurous, self-produced work takes center stage, featuring artists from Cleveland and around the world in theatre, movement, music, performance art, immersive experiences, and more. Artists receive 60% of ticket revenue for ticketed shows or an artist stipend for free performances. BorderLight provides the venue, box office, and technical support so you can focus on creating the work. Learn more and apply: https://www.borderlightcle.org/2026artist/ Deadline: January 16, 2026

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