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Pit Orchestra Auditions for Newsies Akron All-City Musical
by Akron Civic 10 Mar '25

10 Mar '25

[image: 🎶] AUDITION NOTICE UPDATE: PIT MUSICIANS FOR THE AKRON ALL-CITY MUSICAL’S PRODUCTION OF NEWSIES [image: 🎶] The Akron All-City Musical is seeking talented high school musicians to join the pit orchestra for our upcoming production of Newsies! This opportunity is open to incoming freshmen through graduating seniors. [image: 🎭] Updated Audition Details: [image: 📅] New Date: Saturday, March 30th [image: ⏰] Time: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM [image: 📍] New Location: Goodyear Theatre [image: 🎼] The pit will be under the direction of Victor Anstine. [image: 🎵] Instruments Needed: [image: 🎶] Reeds: Alto Sax & Soprano Sax, Flute & Piccolo, Bassoon, Clarinet [image: 🎺] Brass: Trumpet & Flugelhorn, Trombone & Bass Trombone [image: 🎻] Strings: Violin, Cello, Bass (upright or electric) [image: 🎸] Rhythm Section: Guitar (acoustic and electric), Keyboard/Piano [image: 🥁] Percussion: Drums/Percussion [image: 🎼] Audition Requirements: [image: 🎵] Prepare two (2) excerpts, each 2-3 minutes in length, that best showcase your musical ability. [image: 🎵] You will also be asked to sight-read a cut from the Newsies score during your audition. [image: 📆] Rehearsal Schedule: [image: 🎼] Rehearsals begin April 27 and will be held: • Sundays: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM • Thursdays: 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM [image: 🎭] Tech Week & Performance Dates: [image: ⚡] Tech Week: June 8 – June 13 [image: 🌟] Show Dates: June 14 (2:30 pm and 7 pm) & 15 (2:30 pm) This is an exciting opportunity to perform alongside other talented young musicians in a professional-quality production on a historic stage. To sign up for an audition slot, follow the link: https://www.signupgenius.com/.../10C0F45AAA922A4FAC43... <https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F45AAA922A4FAC43-55083925-akron?fbclid=…> Come be a part of the magic and help bring this high-energy Broadway score to life!

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Shrek the Musical at Saint Ignatius High School April 4-6, 11-12
by Caitlin Lynch-Huggins 10 Mar '25

10 Mar '25

The Saint Ignatius Harlequins are excited to present *Shrek the Musical, *April 4th (7:30), 5th (7:30), 6th (1:00), 11th (7:30), and 12th (7:30) at the Breen Center for the Performing Arts at Saint Ignatius High School. Join us for laughter, tap dancing rats, singing mice, ogres, a talking donkey, and the big, bright, beautiful world we embrace when we are true to ourselves and love our neighbors. Tickets can be reserved and purchased at www.ignatius.edu/shrek . If you and your family members are interested in meeting characters from *Shrek,* then plan on purchasing the special ticket package that includes a performance + Ice Cream Social in the Swamp for Sunday, April 6. This production features students from Saint Ignatius High School, Beaumont School, Brecksville-Broadview Heights High School, Lakewood Catholic Academy, Magnificat High School, Padua Franciscan High School, Saint Joseph Academy, Walsh Jesuit High School, and The Welsh Academy.

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BROADWAY BINGO IS BACK THURSDAY 03/12/25 @ WRP
by August Scarpelli 10 Mar '25

10 Mar '25

*Broadway Bingo CaBARet – A Night of Show Tunes, Laughs & Luck!* Get ready for a Broadway-style game night like no other! On *Thursday, March 13 at 7 PM*, the Western Reserve Playhouse transforms into a vibrant, high-energy cabaret where *Bingo meets Broadway!* *What’s Broadway Bingo?* Think of it as two games in one! You’ll play bingo while our talented ensemble performs *75 iconic show tunes*—but neither the audience nor the performers know what’s coming next! Every song is determined by the numbers drawn, making each night a thrilling, one-of-a-kind experience. *What Can I Win?* - A *free ticket* to our next mainstage show, THE SHARK IS BROKEN (a regional premiere)! - A chance to win big with our *50/50 raffle* 💰 - Extra bingo cards available at checkout for *more chances to win & more Broadway hits!* *What’s the CaBARet Vibe?* - *Laid-back, fun, and interactive!* - *The bar is always open*—enjoy themed cocktails all night long! - Bring a few board games, snap some pics, and share your night with friends! 📍 *Western Reserve Playhouse – Bath, OH* 🎟️ *Tickets are limited!* Grab yours now: https://www.thewrp.org/bingo *This is a Level 0 theatre experience: no rules, just fun! Bring your friends, your phone, and your love for show tunes—it’s Broadway Bingo, baby! 🎭✨* -- August Scarpelli Artistic Director Western Reserve Playhouse august(a)thewrp.org (440)654-3624 -- This email and any files transmitted with it are confidential and intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. If you have received this email in error please notify the system manager. This message contains confidential information and is intended only for the individual named. If you are not the named addressee you should not disseminate, distribute or copy this e-mail. Please notify the sender immediately by e-mail if you have received this e-mail by mistake and delete this e-mail from your system. If you are not the intended recipient you are notified that disclosing, copying, distributing or taking any action in reliance on the contents of this information is strictly prohibited.

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OPEN MIC NIGHT W/ WRP @ CBG FALLS
by August Scarpelli 10 Mar '25

10 Mar '25

Join the WRP Crew @ CBG Falls This Wednesday! 503 Chestnut Blvd, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221 6pm-8pm Open Mic Night!! Featuring a small tour through some of the great Irish literature, poetry, and drama in honor of the forthcoming St Patrick's Day. Do you have something you've written that is just dying to find an audience? A poem? A play? A song that is begging to be sung? Well, here is your opportunity. Join WRP at CBG falls this Wednesday 3/12/25 from 6pm-8pm for our first Open Mic night. Betwixt our open mic pieces, some of the fine actors at WRP will take us on a small tour through some of Ireland's great works of literature, poetry and drama. Including a reading of Lady Gregory's The Rising of the Moon, Poems by W.B. Yeats, and selections from James Joyce, George Bernard Shaw, Oscar Wilde, and more. This is a monthly engagement CBG Falls has been gracious enough to grant for the WRP Family and we would love to see you this week but also throughout the year so we can bring a little bit of theatre into your typical Wednesday Night wind down. If you absolutely can't join us this week, you can catch us on... April 16 May 14 June 18 July 16 August 20 Sept 17 Oct 15 Nov 19 Dec 17 same time. same place. 😎 -- August Scarpelli Artistic Director Western Reserve Playhouse august(a)thewrp.org (440)654-3624 -- This email and any files transmitted with it are confidential and intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. If you have received this email in error please notify the system manager. This message contains confidential information and is intended only for the individual named. If you are not the named addressee you should not disseminate, distribute or copy this e-mail. Please notify the sender immediately by e-mail if you have received this e-mail by mistake and delete this e-mail from your system. If you are not the intended recipient you are notified that disclosing, copying, distributing or taking any action in reliance on the contents of this information is strictly prohibited.

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AUDITIONS - ALICE BY HEART - Blank Canvas Theatre
by info blankcanvastheatre.com 10 Mar '25

10 Mar '25

BLANK CANVAS THEATRE Auditions for ALICE BY HEART Music by Duncan Sheik Lyrics by Steven Sater Book by Steven Sater and Jessie Nelson Directed by Pierre-Jacques Brault Choreographed by Jailyn Sherell Harris Musical Direction by Kenny Lear If Interested: Email Patrick(a)blankcanvastheatre.com<mailto:Patrick@blankcanvastheatre.com> (include "ALICE BY HEART" in your subject line) to sign up for one of the below dates and include your ideal time for auditioning. Otherwise, we will just assign you the best available slot. We will do our best to accommodate you. *If you cannot make auditions, please email us your headshot and resume for consideration. If possible, submit a video audition for consideration. We do our best to see and consider additional people, but attending auditions is always ideal. Audition Date: Tuesday March 18 or Wednesday March 19 Time: 7:00pm-10:00pm What to prepare: Please prepare one or two brief (32 bars) songs, showing range, in the style of or from the show. Please bring sheet music in the correct key. An accompanist will be provided. Please bring a headshot and resume to auditions. Headshots and resumes are appreciated but not required. Performance Dates: May 2 - 17. Shows will be Thursday-Sunday. Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 8:00pm. Sunday performances will be at 7:00pm. Rehearsals: Begin Monday March 31. Rehearsals will be Sundays-Thursdays. Typically 7pm-10pm, though Sundays are usually 6pm-10pm. Pay: Blank Canvas Theatre dedicates 20% of the net profit to the cast of each show. The cast splits this evenly. *At this time there are no AEA Contracts for this show. However we may explore the option if needed. LOCATION Blank Canvas Theatre 1305 78th Street, Suite 211 (at 78th Street Studios) Cleveland, OH 44102 The Story THE CLEVELAND PREMIERE In the rubble of the London Blitz of World War II, Alice Spencer's budding teen life is turned upside down, and she and her dear friend Alfred are forced to take shelter in an underground tube station. When the ailing Alfred is quarantined, Alice encourages him to escape with her into their cherished book and journey down the rabbit hole to Wonderland. As they travel through the tale, ALICE BY HEART explores the poignancy of first love, coming to terms with loss, and finding the courage to move forward. This world premiere musical encourages us all to celebrate the transformational power of the imagination, even in the harshest of times. Character Breakdown We encourage actors of all genders, races, ethnicities, and abilities to audition. This production is meant to be embodied by a diverse cast, and our goal is for the characters to be representative of the actors playing them. Our team is excited to mold the original script into a work that embraces the individual attributes of each member of our cast. We especially encourage LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, and first-time theatremakers to join our team. Ideally we are casting adult actors 18-60 years of age. Alice Spencer/Alice: Full of questions and wonder. Very driven for what she wants. Range: G3-D5. Alfred Hallam/White Rabbit/March Hare: Alice's closest friend. Sick. Filled with love, deeply understands the passage of time. Range: B2-A4. Tabatha/Cheshire Cat: Tough, wise, intuitive, compassionate. Range: Bb3-D5. Red Cross Nurse/Queen of Hearts: The stress of the situation leads this nurse to be harsh and even cruel. In Wonderland, a childish and short tempered ruler obsessed with aging. Range: F#3-D5. Dr Butridge/King of Hearts/Jabberwock/Mock Turtle: Old-fashioned. Straightlaced, with little humor or room to think outside the box. Range: C3-G4. Harold Pudding/Mad Hatter/Knave of Spades/Mock Mock Turtle: A young soldier with PTSD. Finding truth in strange places. Range: C3-F4. Clarissa/Queen of Diamonds/Mock Mock Mock Turtle: Posh, frivolous. Range: B3-D5. Dodgy/Duchess/Mock Mock Mock Mock Turtle: Vague, aloof, standing alone. Range: C3-E4. Nigel/Dormouse/Knave of Clubs: Newly orphaned. Shy, anxious. Range: E3-Bb4. Angus /Caterpillar/Knave of Hearts: Rough around the edges. Range: F3-B4. If you have any questions feel free to contact us at patrick(a)blankcanvastheatre.com<mailto:patrick@blankcanvastheatre.com>. We look forward to seeing you at auditions!

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Auditions for Ohio Shakespeare: TEMPEST, LEAR, HOBBIT, MAN OF LAMANCHA, INTO THE BREECHES
by Tess Burgler 09 Mar '25

09 Mar '25

Auditions for Ohio Shakespeare Festival's 2025-26 season. The summer season: The Tempest King Lear And the indoor season: The Hobbit Man of LaMancha Into the Breeches Union and non union contracts available; all actors paid. Limited housing available. Theatre located in Akron. All information can be found www.ohioshakespeare.com/audition <http://www.ohioshakespeare.com/audition>

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LAST CHANCE! Mark Pellegrino Acting Workshop at the Houde School of Acting
by Houde School Of Acting 09 Mar '25

09 Mar '25

Train with Mark Pellegrino at the Houde School of Acting on March 23! Mark Pellegrino has built a career spanning over three decades, bringing unforgettable characters to life in hit shows like Supernatural, Dexter, Lost, and 13 Reasons Why. Known for his intense, deeply layered performances, Mark’s approach to acting is rooted in honest storytelling, strong choices, and fearlessness in the moment. And now, you get to train with him! What you’ll learn: - Breaking down scripts from a Meisner eye with precision - understanding subtext, objectives, and character motivations. - Developing bold, instinctive choices to create dynamic performances. - Live scene work with personalized feedback from an industry veteran. But don’t just take our word for it - here’s what actors have said about training with Mark: "4 hours of straight game! Mark taught us how to be 100% present in every moment, and the importance of fully showing up for your scene partner and yourself." - Andre’as W. "His workshop made me look at acting in a way I never have before. I still carry his lessons with me every time I perform, and I highly recommend everyone take his class who is serious about their craft." - Andrew G. "We learned how to use Meisner as a means of connection to scene material and as a way to cultivate focus while on set. I'm excited to continue learning in his upcoming workshop." - Alex L. When: March 23, 2025 at 7PM Where: Houde School of Acting, Cleveland, OH Cost: $185 Spots are limited, and this workshop WILL sell out! Don’t miss the chance to learn from one of the best - secure your spot now! https://www.houdeschoolofacting.com/online-registration/mark-pelligrino-wor…

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READERS/ACTORS REQUESTS HAVE BEEN FILLED
by Ife Gail Young 08 Mar '25

08 Mar '25

*NO MORE ACTORS/READERS NEEDED FOR THE PLAY, "PLEASE REMEMBER ME." THANK YOU FOR YOUR RESPONSES"* THE READING OF 'PLEASE REMEMBER ME' WILL BE PERFORMED ON MARCH 22, AT THE DUNHAM TAVERN MUSEUM. PLEASE CONSIDER ATTENDING THAT PERFORMANCE AS WELL AS OTHERS DURING THE COLOMBI FESTIVAL OF NEW PLAYS. I WOULD LIKE TO KEEP NAMES OF THOSE THAT RESPONDED ON FILE FOR UPCOMING EVENTS. https://ensembletheatrecle.org/20242025season https://Ensembletheatrecle.org/contactrdirecrions THANK YOU AGAIN, IFE - GAIL YOUNG

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AUDITIONS - Cleveland Shakespeare Festival
by Rachel Gold 08 Mar '25

08 Mar '25

AUDITION - CLEVELAND SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL For our 28th season, we will be touring two professional productions this summer: TWELFTH NIGHT June 13 - 29 (Fri-Sun) MACBETH July 18 - Aug 3 (Fri-Sun) AUDITIONS Video auditions due Monday, March 24th by 5PM CALLBACKS (invite only) March 29th (afternoon) and March 31st (evening) Audition requirements and audition form can be found at www.clevelandshakespeare.org https://www.clevelandshakespeare.org/audition Questions directed to Artistic Director, Rachel Gold at rachelgold(a)clevelandshakespeare.org -- *Rachel Gold* (she/her) Artistic Director | Cleveland Shakespeare Festival rachel.ec.gold(a)gmail.com clevelandshakespeare.org

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‘THE CURB:’ Cast/Crew Call for a CSU Film
by Jenna Cooper 08 Mar '25

08 Mar '25

Greetings NEOhioPal, I bring to you a… *CAST AND CREW CALL!* Cooper’s Hawk Creations is producing 'The Curb,' a student short film for Cleveland State University's film and media arts program. 'The Curb' is about a restaurant owner who unknowingly feeds their patrons human meat supplied through her dates. *LOCATION:* Cleveland, Ohio (Norton) *DATE: *March 30th, 2025, 8am-6pm *CAST NEEDED: * ⭢ Victoria ← 20-40 years, female. Victoria is the owner and chef for 'The Curb' who recruits dates, only to lead them to slaughter. We're looking for an alluring, feminine individual who specializes in subtly. ⭢ Alex ← 20-40 years, all genders. As Victoria's date, Alex is blissfully unaware of the danger they walked into. They arrive late to the scene, disheveled and awkward. Alex starts off as nervous, but lightens up (with the help of alcohol) as the date goes on. If casted, you will be paired with someone in your age range. *CREW NEEDED: * As for crew, they have to be students within Cleveland State's FMA program. All positions are open. Notably, we are looking for: ⭢ Director of photography / camera operator ⭢ Assistant director ⭢ Gaffer ⭢ Script supervisor ⭢ Set dresser ⭢ Production assistants Due to this being a student film, it is non-union. Compensation includes a good time, food, and IMDb credit. I will also be submitting this to festivals when the time comes. Thank you for understanding. For those applying, please email *coopershawkcreations(a)gmail.com <coopershawkcreations(a)gmail.com>*. Provide a copy of your resume (for crew) or a demo reel/line read + headshot (for cast). *Submissions are due March 15th.* Thank you for your time, Jenna Cooper Cooper’s Hawk Creations coopershawkcreations(a)gmail.com alt: jackedupsfx(a)gmail.com

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