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Technical Director Opportunity
by Michael Stein 06 Mar '25

06 Mar '25

Join a creative and dynamic team of people dedicated to Near West Theatre's community-focused mission. Current Openings: Technical Director *POSITION SUMMARY:* The Technical Director position is responsible for ensuring construction of all scenic elements for all productions, managing scenic budgets, ensuring safety of cast and crew during construction, rehearsals, and performances, and leading and training staff and volunteers in set construction. Please apply with cover letter and resume online through our website form (below). If preferred, applicants may email application directly to: hr(a)nearwesttheatre.org with the job title listed in the subject line; or mail to: Near West Theatre, ATTN: Human Resources Department, 6702 Detroit Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44102. Position will remain open until filled. No phone calls, please. Near West Theatre is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where a variety of backgrounds, cultures, orientations, ideas, and talents can flourish. *KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:* · Execution of all production sets from approved technical and scenic designs · Responsible for procuring all production supplies for set construction and painting · Responsible for overall management of scenic and paint budget · Management of scenic painters for each production · Responsible for safety of actors and staff in their use of scenic elements and presence on-stage and backstage, in partnership with Stage Manager · Responsible for storage, inventory, and rental of production supplies that are part of the scenic/paint areas · Maintain rehearsal and performance site, including keeping stage, shop, and storage areas for production organized · Provide technical support at dress rehearsals and at performances as needed. · Attend all production meetings as well as any specified scenic design meetings · Responsible for construction of specialty-built props as needed · Transfer drawings from design to working/build drawings · Creates and maintains the build schedule for each production with Production Manager · Responsible for all rigging to be done in any performance space throughout the building · Manage full-time Assistant Technical Director and any contracted carpenters · On-call for all performances in case of emergency need · Make recommendations to theater leadership regarding capital purchases of technical equipment · Lead Technical Theater Work Sessions for teens and adults interested in set construction and painting as well as working backstage, technical support crews for productions (props, sound, lighting, running crew, costume repair) · Serve as a House Manager for at least one performance per production run *PREFERRED SKILLS:* · Strong knowledge of carpentry (rough and finish) · Strong knowledge of rigging, welding, blueprint reading, foam carving, painting, audio visual, and theatre lighting · Intermediate skill with Vectorworks or AutoCad · Able to perform simple electrical wiring · Strong skills in teaching, leading, and developing a team dynamic within the crew · Proficient managing other staff, including contracted staff and volunteers · Working knowledge of teaching technical skills to youth and/or adults · Ability to maintain a safe working environment and shop · Working knowledge of nonprofit organization or community theater structure. *QUALITIES & CHARACTERISTICS:* · Kind, empathetic, and collaborative in maintaining a safe and positive work environment · A proactive self-starter and creative problem-solver · Passion to serve others · An appreciation for social justice initiatives · A desire to make our community and region a better society · Passion for helping guests, patrons, participants, families, and volunteers · A willingness to support other staff and pitch in when someone needs help · Calmness under pressure and ability to be successful under tight timelines *PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:* 5+ years of technical theater production experience highly preferred; 2+ years of finish carpentry experience required. Capable of driving 24’ box truck. *EDUCATION:* Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree with an emphasis in Technical Theatre, or equivalent professional experience. *PHYSICAL:* Must be able to regularly stand, walk, use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, and talk and hear. Must be able to stoop, squat, or kneel, and reach above the head. Must be able to lift 40-50 lbs. Must be able to climb 40’ ladder to access catwalk system if needed. Must be comfortable with heights of 40’ on a catwalk system and a single person lift. *JOB CLASSIFICATION:* This position is a full-time exempt position, requiring at least 40 hours per week, with flexible scheduling during production runs and special events to appropriately support the role and responsibilities including tech week and being on-call during performances. This is a salaried position starting at $45,000 annually and includes access to medical and dental coverage, paid time off, retirement benefits after one year, and other benefits outlined in Near West Theatre’s employee handbook. The position also receives 20-days paid-time-off, observance of national holidays and a 2-week institutional winter break. *B**est Regards,* *Michael Stein * *Production & Rentals Manager* www.nearwesttheatre.org

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Partial subscriptions still available for Twin Masks’ 2025 Season
by Claudia Lillibridge 06 Mar '25

06 Mar '25

We are so grateful for your continued support of our mission to produce intimate, thought-provoking shows that engage, entertain and encourage audiences to consider different perspectives and points of view. With this in mind, we are delighted to share with you our 2025 season of shows. * Partial subscriptions and individual tickets are currently available. Please visit our website at **www.twinmasks.org* <http://www.twinmasks.org/>*.* Opening May 2 and running Friday and Saturday evenings (8:00 p.m.) until May 17, *EXIT LAUGHING**, *written by Paul Elliott and directed by Laurel K. Bryant. What is there left to do when you and your best friends return from touring the world and sharing adventures? A May-December romance, maybe? Or something else? Join us for this uproarious comedy filled with laughs, and a few surprises. Opening August 1st and running Friday and Saturday evenings (8:00 p.m.) until August 16, *YOU BETTER SIT DOWN: TALES FROM MY PARENTS DIVORCE*, written by Anne Kaufman, Matthew Maher, Caitlin Miller, Jennifer R. Morris, Janice Paran and Robbie Collier Sublett, directed by Claudia Lillibridge. Listen and watch the delicate parent-child conversations about falling in love, falling out of love, and rebuilding a life after the complex experience of dividing a family. This provocative show reveals the stories behind the statistics of one of the most prominent social phenomena of our time. Opening October 31st and running Friday and Saturday evenings (8:00 p.m.) until November 15th,* DEAD MAN’S CELL PHONE *by Sarah Ruhl, directed by Marc C. Howard. An incessantly ringing cell phone in a quiet café. A stranger at the next table who has had enough. And a dead man – with a lot of loose ends. So begins *Dead Man’s Cell Phone*, a wildly imaginative new comedy by MacArthur “Genius” Grant recipient and Pulitzer Prize finalist Sarah Ruhl. A work about how we memorialize the dead – and how that remembering changes us – it is the odyssey of a woman forced to confront her own assumptions about morality, redemption, and the need to connect in a technologically obsessed world. *Once again, partial subscriptions and/or individual tickets are now on sale.* We look forward to seeing you at the shows and thank you for supporting the arts in our communities!

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"Somebody's Children," opens TONIGHT @ Tri-C Metro!
by Ricky Quintana 05 Mar '25

05 Mar '25

The Cuyahoga Community College School of Creative Arts presents.... Somebody’s Children March 5 – 7 | 7:30 p.m. Metro Campus Studio Theatre ( near 2809 Woodland Ave, Cleveland OH) Admission is FREE! (on a first come, first serve basis). Somebody’s Children , written by José Casas and directed by Ricky Quintana, introduces us to five teenagers who are part of a subculture that isn’t shown or explored in the media in any depth. These kids are homeless, and they, along with their families, stay in a rundown motel known as the El Dorado, one of many such motels in horrific condition in their area of the city. These families live in a world where every day is a challenge, and the idea of home is temporary at best. The teens tell their stories through a series of vignettes that paint a picture of their lives and the cruel realities in which they struggle to survive — all doing so in the shadow of Disneyland: The Happiest Place on Earth. Yet, through it all, this group of friends reminds us that hope can exist in even the harshest conditions. Admission is free. Call 216-987-4535 or email ricky.quintana(a)tri-c.edu for information. Parking is available in Lot #5, located near the theatre.

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Anniversary Weekend Mini-Fest + Comedy Classes for Absolute Beginners!
by Imposters Theater 05 Mar '25

05 Mar '25

Imposters Theater in Ohio City is Turning 2! Join us March 7th-9th for a very special anniversary mini-festival! The BabyMakers improv show with veteran Chicago improvisers Dana Quercioli (Second City Touring Co) and Colleen Doyle (former iO artistic director) is *SOLD OUT* - but you can still see them improvise at The Imposters Society with Special Guests and Those Who Aunt: The Live Podcast Recording + Fundraiser! SHOWS Ladies Who Lounge <https://www.imposterstheater.com/schedule/ladies-who-lounge-030725> Musical Improv Show from CBUS Friday, March 7th at 7:30 PM $15 adv./$20 day of Imposters Improv Variety Pack <https://www.imposterstheater.com/schedule/variety-pack-030725> Imposters Theater House Teams Showcase Friday, March 7th at 9:30 PM $15 adv./$20 day of The Imposters Society with Special Guests <https://www.imposterstheater.com/schedule/imposters-society-030825> Improv + Storytelling Show Saturday, March 8th at 9:30 PM $15 adv./$20 day of Those Who Aunt <https://www.imposterstheater.com/schedule/those-who-aunt-live-podcast-recor…> Live Podcast Recording + Improv Show from veteran Chicago improvisers Sunday, March 9th at 7:30 PM $10 suggested donation to Preterm Cleveland IMPROV CLASSES No experience required: Try Improv! Workshop for Absolute Beginners <https://www.imposterstheater.com/current/p/try-improv-a-beginners-improv-wo…> 3/9 1:30 PM-3:30 PM $30 / 16 person cap (Extreme low ticket warning) Improv 1 or equivalent experience required: Sing, Play, Act! Musical Improv Workshop with Sarah Storer & Katie Drown <https://www.imposterstheater.com/current/p/sing-play-act-030825> 3/8 10 AM-1 PM $60 thru 2/8 Comedy Workshops and Courses for Absolute Beginners WRITING - Joke Writing Workshop with Michael Busch <https://www.imposterstheater.com/current/p/joke-writing-workshop> (FunnyOrDie, UCB) - 1 day workshop - *Date/Time: *Sunday 03/16/25 3-6pm - *Cost:* $50 Advance/$70 Week of Workshop Standup Comedy Basics with Bill Squire <https://www.imposterstheater.com/current/p/standup-comedy-4-week-workshop-b…> (WMMS) - 4 week course - *Dates/Times: * - Mondays 04/07, 04/14, 04/21 6-8pm - Monday 04/28 - Final Workshop 6-7pm; Showcase 7:30pm - *Cost:* $120 Sketch Comedy Level 1 <https://www.imposterstheater.com/current/p/sketch-writing-one> - 8 week course - *Dates/Times: * - Saturdays 12 PM-2 PM - 3/15/25-5/03/24 - *Cost:* $230 IMPROV Try Improv! Workshop for Absolute Beginners <https://www.imposterstheater.com/current/p/try-improv-a-beginners-improv-wo…> - *Dates/Times:* - 3/9 1:30 PM–3:30 PM - 3/24 7 PM–9 PM - 3/29 4 PM–6 PM (in Canton <https://www.imposterstheater.com/schedule/try-improv-canton-032925>) - 4/2 6 PM–8 PM (in Westlake <https://www.imposterstheater.com/schedule/try-improv-couples-062625>) - More dates <https://www.imposterstheater.com/schedule/try-improv-workshop-030925> - *See also:* Try Improv For Singles, <https://www.imposterstheater.com/schedule/try-improv-singles-040125> Try Improv for Couples <https://www.imposterstheater.com/schedule/try-improv-couples-062625>, and Try Improv With Mom! <https://www.imposterstheater.com/schedule/try-improv-mom-051125> - *Cost:* $30 If you cannot afford a workshop, we have financial assistance available. Please send us an email to info(a)imposterstheater.com with the subject line Financial Aid and specify the class you're interested in for more information. Full Schedule <https://www.imposterstheater.com/schedule> | All 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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FREE SUMMER FILMMAKING CAMP | APPLY NOW
by Young Filmmakers Academy 05 Mar '25

05 Mar '25

*Join the Young Filmmakers Academy 2025 Summer Film Camp – For Free!* Is your child a budding filmmaker with a passion for storytelling? This summer, unleash their creativity at our award-winning, internationally recognized Advanced Summer Filmmaking Camp. In an effort to promote diversity, inclusion and economic equity we're excited to announce that our 2025 Summer Film Camp is completely FREE for kids and teens ages 12-17. *Other camps cost between $3,600 to $5,000* *Camp Dates: July 7 - July 25, 2025* Week 1: Screenwriting Week 2: Filming & Acting Week 3: Editing & Special Effects Location: YFA Studios in Ohio City. (Additional locations could be announced) Over three transformative weeks, your future Spielberg will dive into the art of filmmaking, learn from industry professionals, and collaborate with fellow aspiring filmmakers. The camp culminates in a thrilling red carpet premiere of your summer project, showcasing your hard work in front of an audience of over adoring 300 fans. *Why Attend?* • Expert Workshops: Gain hands-on experience with top-notch instructors. • Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow creatives and industry professionals. • Red Carpet Premiere:Experience the thrill of seeing your film on the big screen! Don't miss this incredible opportunity to bring your film ideas to life and make lasting memories. Applications are now open! Apply Today at https://www.youngfilmmakersacademy.org/summer-application *LIGHTS, CAMERA, INSPIRE!*

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Black male actor needed for musical - The Full Monty
by jenna messina 05 Mar '25

05 Mar '25

The Cassidy Theatre is looking for an male actor to join the cast of The Full Monty! The character is that of Noah T. Simmons (Horse), a fifty-ish year old black man that can sing and move very well. Noah is one of the lead roles, and was originated on Broadway by Mr. Andre De Shields (Tony nomination). Rehearsals will begin on or around March 17th and will be held Mon - Wed from 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm. at the Cassidy Theatre in Parma Heights, Ohio. The show opens the first Friday in June, and runs for three weekends. Actors over 21 will be considered. If you are interested in this role, please reply to jennmess74(a)gmail.com for more information. If you have a headshot or resume, please include those as well. Thank you! -- *jenna messina* *she/her/hers*

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Mike Super: Magic & Illusion - Saturday, March 22 - 7:30pm - Stocker Arts Center
by Erin Miller 05 Mar '25

05 Mar '25

As the winner of NBC's hit TV show 'Phenomenon', Top finalist on 'America's Got Talent' and Season Premiere episode of Penn & Teller 'Fool Us' - Mike is the only magician in history to win a LIVE magic competition on primetime US network television and voted America's Favorite Mystifier! His appeal to both young and old has made him one of the most sought after mystifiers in the world! Join the journey of emotions from laughter, intrigue, danger, fear, wonder, anticipation, tears and sentimentality that only Mike Super delivers! https://www.lorainccc.edu/stocker/lccc_events/mike-super-magic-illusion/

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Calling all Teen Performers (ages 13-19)! Young Artists' Cabaret Auditions
by Braelin Andrzejewski 05 Mar '25

05 Mar '25

NOW ACCEPTING VIDEO AUDITIONS FOR YOUNG ARTISTS’ CABARET Calling all Teen Performers(ages 13-19)! Join our Youth Cabaret program for a unique mentorship experience! Each student will be paired with a mentor to shine on stage. We are holding auditions and want to hear you sing! Send in a video of a song of your choice with accompaniment – use a karaoke track or perform with live accompaniment. We will have 3-4 rehearsals to prepare duets and possible group numbers. These rehearsals will be built around the performers schedules. Audition Submission Deadline: Saturday,March 15th Performance Date: Thursday, May 8th To audition, send your video to the Education Director - Emma Figge at education(a)thewrp.org. Don't miss this chance to showcase your talent and be part of an unforgettable cabaret experience! -- Braelin Andrzejewski Content/Marketing Coordinator Western Reserve Playhouse 3326 Everett Road, Bath, Ohio 44286 330-203-1007 www.thewrp.org -- 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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PLAYWRIGHT NEEDS ACTORS FOR COLOMBI NEW PLAYS FESTIVAL
by Ife Gail Young 05 Mar '25

05 Mar '25

PLAYWRIGHT NEEDS ACTORS/READERS FOR FOR THE COLOMBI NEW PLAYS FESTIVAL Greetings: I am Ife-Gail Young, a Cleveland area playwright. I am in need of 2 actors/readers (African-American) for "Please Remember Me," a full length play to be presented at the Colombi New Plays Festival on March 22, 2025, from 7:30pm to 9:30pm at the lovely Dunham Tavern Museum. There will be one Zoom rehearsal on a date to be announced before the reading. Participants will receive a stipend. Needed: *AGE* 1 Female- 20s-30s 1 Male- 50s-60s Thank you. Please contact me at ifethestoryteller(a)gmail.com. Ife

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1500+ eyes for your business
by Anna Cerveny 05 Mar '25

05 Mar '25

What to advertise your business, or upcoming performance or event to 1500+ local dancers/dance supporters? Place an ad in the Cleveland Dance Project Season 15 Showcase Program. Ads must be received by March 12. All ads are full color and can be sent to clevelanddanceproject(a)gmail.com in pdf or jpg form. Our show is on April 12 at Brecksville-Broadview Heights Middle School. Full page = $120 (8.5"h x 5.5"w) 1/2 page = $75 (4.25"h x 5.5" w) Business card = $40 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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