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Headshot and Performance Photographers!
by Tim Bates 26 May '25

26 May '25

🎭 Hey Northeast Ohio Theater Community! We’re Tim and Sara Bates—a husband-and-wife photography team with a passion for capturing the heart, grit, and magic of the stage. Whether you’re an actor looking for updated headshots, a theatre prepping for promo materials, or a director wanting powerful production shots, we’ve got you covered. With nearly a decade of experience, we specialize in professional, high-quality images that reflect your artistry—and we offer customizable packages to fit productions and budgets of all sizes. Let’s create something amazing together! 📸 Check out our work: Website: www.timbatesphotography.com<http://www.timbatesphotography.com/> Headshots & Portraits: www.timbatesphotography.com/headshots-portraits/<http://www.timbatesphotography.com/headshots-portraits/> Performance & Event Photography: www.timbatesphotography.com/performance-events/<http://www.timbatesphotography.com/performance-events/> Contact us: www.timbatesphotography.com/contact<http://www.timbatesphotography.com/contact> Instagram: instagram.com/timbatesphotography<http://instagram.com/timbatesphotography>

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Crew Call: Star Wars Fan Film
by Young Filmmakers Academy 25 May '25

25 May '25

Seeking Volunteer Positions at Young Filmmakers Academy’s Summer Film Camp Location: Ohio City Dates: July 14-18 Project: Star Wars Fan Film Production: Rise of the Younglings Are you passionate about film and eager to share your expertise with the next generation of filmmakers? Join us at Young Filmmakers Academy’s summer film camp! We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to fill several key crew and mentor positions for an exciting Star Wars fan film created by talented students aged 12-17 through our award-winning nonprofit organization. Available Positions: •Hair and Makeup Artists: Help our young actors look their best with creative hairstyles and makeup designs. •Special Effects Makeup Artists: Use your skills to create stunning and realistic special effects that will bring our characters to life. •Prop and Wardrobe Masters: Assist in sourcing, creating, and managing props and costumes to enhance the film’s visual storytelling. •Motion Graphics Artists: Contribute your artistic flair by designing eye-catching graphics that will make our film stand out. •Stunt Coordinators: Ensure the safety and effectiveness of all stunt sequences while guiding young actors in their performances. Choreograph a lightsaber duel. Why get involved?: - A unique opportunity to mentor and guide young filmmakers and actors. - Complimentary tickets to the red carpet premiere of the film. - IMDb credit for your contributions to the project. If you’re ready to inspire the next generation of filmmakers and make a difference in their creative journey, we want to hear from you! How to Apply: Please send your resume to info(a)youngfilmmakersacademy.org. Join us for an unforgettable experience and help us create something truly special! <http://www.lakewoodyfa.com>

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Cleveland Stage Combat - 1 Week until SAFD Single Sword Certification begins!
by Bill Gordon 25 May '25

25 May '25

*We start class next week, June 1st at 10:00 am! Sign up now and learn an amazing new skill! We had an incredible unarmed test last week where every student passed with recommendation! Learn now and make an incredible impact in your community!* *Please note from below:* This class is structured to allow two missed classes, so all 10 classes are not required to be attended to achieve certification. SAFD Certified Teacher and Intimacy Designer Bill Gordon is offering a 35 hour Single Sword Certification Class through the Society of American Fight Directors. Upon completion of 30 hours of training, you are eligible to test with the Society of American Fight Directors for proficiency in that weapon. This is a great way to highlight your training on your resumé and to meet other members of the performance community at large as it means testing in front of a Fight Master within the organization. This is also an amazing skill for folks both on and off the stage because the more people that are informed, the less chance there is of accidents and injuries. All Ages and physical abilities are welcome. *Registration:* Visit: www.clevelandstagecombat.com Or click the link below: https://forms.gle/x55NyrNTBw2ZbscC6 *Dates and Times: * Sunday June 1st 10:00 am - 1:30 pm Sunday June 8th 10:00 am - 1:30 pm *Sunday June 15th* *6:00 pm - 9:30 pm* Sunday June 22nd 10:00 am - 1:30 pm Sunday June 29th 10:00 am - 1:30 pm Sunday July 6th 10:00 am - 1:30 pm Sunday July 20th 10:00 am - 1:30 pm Sunday July 27th 10:00 am - 1:30 pm Sunday August 10th 10:00 am - 1:30 pm Sunday August 17th 10:00 am - 1:30 pm *Event Address:* TEGA Tigers & The Elite Gymnastics Academy 30500 Carter St Unit B, Solon, OH 44139 *Tuition:* $450, which includes your Skills Proficiency Test fee. A non-refundable $50 deposit is required to secure your spot if not paying in full at registration. Your deposit will be put towards your total tuition cost. *Spots are limited.* *Payment plans available!* *Flexibility: * This class is structured to allow for 2 classes to be missed without risking your required hours to test. *What to bring:* Gloves: Baseball, Work or Golf gloves that allow for dexterity in the fingers. Wear clothes you can comfortably move quickly in. We practice on a sprung Gymnastics floor and are often in socks, barefoot or in clean shoes. Bring your own water bottle and a snack, if needed, to help you stay productive and focused. *Questions?* Contact us at: ClevelandStageCombat(a)gmail.com -- Bill Gordon (He/Him) SAFD Certified Teacher William.S.Gordon7(a)gmail.com (440) 488 - 1642

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Meisner for Young Actors is kicking off in June at the Houde School of Acting!
by Houde School Of Acting 24 May '25

24 May '25

Meisner for Young Actors is kicking off in June! If your child is expressive, imaginative, or always putting on little “shows” at home, this class was made for them. Our upcoming 8-week Meisner for Young Actors course is a place for kids aged 8-14 to build confidence, explore storytelling, and learn how to connect authentically - not just as actors, but as people. Led by award-winning actor and teacher Angela Katherine Baker, this virtual class blends play, technique, and honest emotional work in a way that’s engaging and easily accessible. Students will explore the Meisner Technique in a format designed specifically for young performers: learning how to listen, respond truthfully, and bring their whole selves into a scene. We’ll also cover core topics like audition prep, cold reads, character development, and give one-on-one self-tape feedback, all from a place of support, discovery, and fun. Whether your child is just getting started, or already working professionally, we meet them where they are and help them grow from there. - When: 8-week session begins June 2 - Day and Time: Mondays from 5–6:30PM ET on Zoom - Open to ages 8–14 - Instructor: Angela Katherine Baker This class fills up quickly. Reserve your spot now and give your young actor the tools to shine on screen and in life https://www.houdeschoolofacting.com/online-registration/young-actors

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Beginners Film Camp: Make a Movie This Summer
by Young Filmmakers Academy 24 May '25

24 May '25

**🎬 Calling All Young Filmmakers! 🎬** Join us for an exciting adventure at the Young Filmmakers Academy's Beginners Film Camp! Designed specifically for kids ages 8-11, this week-long camp offers a unique opportunity for aspiring filmmakers to learn the art of movie-making from industry professionals. *Camp Highlights:* • Hands-On Experience: Campers will have the chance to create their very own movie, gaining invaluable skills in storytelling, directing, acting, and editing. • Premiere Night:The film produced during the camp will be showcased at a spectacular red carpet premiere, where campers will present their work in front of 300 adoring fans! • Expert Guidance:Learn from the best in the industry who will share their insights and expertise throughout the week. 📅 Dates: June 16-20 🕘 Time: 9 AM - 2 PM 💰 Cost: $299 Spaces are limited, so don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to unleash your creativity and passion for film! Sign up today and get ready for an unforgettable experience at the Young Filmmakers Academy! For registration and more information, visit our website or contact us directly. We can't wait to see you there! 🎥✨ Watch Last Years Film “The Power of Friendship” https://vimeo.com/1003694354?share=copy

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Only 12 Seats Left - Deadly Type Movie Premier
by Tina HobbsStyle 24 May '25

24 May '25

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(Corrected Time) AUDITIONS: Dracula A Comedy of Terrors at convergence-continuum June 8th and 9th
by Cory Molner 23 May '25

23 May '25

convergence-continuum announces auditions for the Ohio Premiere of *Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors * by Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen directed by Scott Zolkowski June 8th, Noon - 2 PM June 9th, 7-9 PM *PLAY DESCRIPTION:* Ever wondered what would happen if you took Bram Stoker’s legendary vampire tale and put it into a blender with Mel Brooks, Monty Python, and The 39 Steps? That’s just what happens in this lightning-fast, laugh-out-loud, 90-minute, gender-bending romp. When her sister Mina falls ill with a mysterious disease of the blood, Lucy Westfeldt and her fiancé, Jonathan Harker, enlist the help of famed female vampire hunter Doctor Jean Van Helsing. Their hunt for the dangerous and sexy Count Dracula abounds with clever wordplay and quick-change antics. Five actors play over a dozen roles in this bloodcurdlingly hilarious send-up of the literary classic. Casting is flexible and expandable up to 24 actors. *Available Roles:* - ACTOR 1: male to play HARKER/SUITORS/BOSUN/GRAVEDIGGER - ACTOR 2: female to play males, DR. WESTFELDT/RENFIELD/CAPTAIN - ACTOR 3: female to play LUCY/KITTY/DRIVER - ACTOR 4: male to play females, MINA/VAN HELSING - ACTOR 5: male to play DRACULA (Sexually attractive and alluring male with a magnetic personality. Self-centered and sexually fluid) Please note that the play sends up gender “norms,” and all characters can be played by actors of any gender, age or type. Please arrive early to fill out an audition form and bring any conflicts which you may have. Auditions will consist of readings from the scripts. Auditions to be held at the theatre located at 2438 Scranton Rd. Cleveland, Ohio 44113 All roles are compensated with a $400 stipend. Production Dates are Friday October 3rd - Saturday October 25th (Shows Thursday through Saturday at 7:30 PM, and 1 Sunday performance at 3PM). For more information please contact szolkowski(a)convergence-continuum.org -- 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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Workshop Players Seeks Directors for 2026-2027 season
by Workshop Players 23 May '25

23 May '25

Workshop Players Theatre 44820 Middle Ridge Road Amherst, OH 44001 May 2025 Dear Potential Director, As we approach the beginning of our 77th season, it becomes time to start thinking about our 78th! Planning ahead is important as our process for selecting directors and a season spans several months. We are hoping that you may be interested in applying to direct in our unique space during our 2026-2027 season. Please note that we are proud to be an all-volunteer theater. It has been that way —- community based for over seven decades which is a remarkable testimony to the power of theater and the commitment of individuals to bring our stage to life. *The deadline for applying is August 1, 2025. * *We welcome new comedies as well as the tried and true; compelling dramas and small-scale musicals. We are also very interested in producing Christmas fare, so if you know of a good Christmas piece we would be happy to have you submit it. — More than anything, it is our focus to entertain!!! * *Please submit to Play Reading Committee Chair Pat Price at * *pprice203(a)gmail.com* <pprice203(a)gmail.com> **if you have not directed with us before, please include a theatrical resume * **Submit 4-5 plays that you would be interested in directing at Workshop, along with synopsis of the play (*may be copied and pasted from licensing agent)*. * **Give a brief summary of why you believe the play would be effective in our unique theater-in-the-round space. * **Please be prepared to have at least one copy of each script available for the play reading committee should you be selected as one of the directors. * Submitting directors *may *be interviewed by the Board of Trustees in August. After that the play reading committed will read the 25-30 plays submitted by the 5 chosen directors, The slate of shows for our 78th season will be chosen in November and the director will be notified. *It is important to submit 4, or even better, 5 choices, so that we may end up with a balanced, exciting season.* *Due to the cost of production, Workshop Players would do no more than one musical in a season, therefore if submitting musicals also include some straight plays to increase your chance of being chosen to direct. Be aware that our backstage space is very limited, making massive scene changes difficult.* Check out our website at workshopplayers.org for a list of plays that have been presented for the past 75 years. Thank you for considering submitting an application. Pat Price Play Reading Committee Chair -- Workshop Players Theatre 44820 Middle Ridge Road P.O. Box 1193, Amherst, OH 44001 Box Office: 440-634-0472 Find us on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram!

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AUDITIONS: Dracula A Comedy of Terrors at convergence-continuum
by Cory Molner 23 May '25

23 May '25

convergence-continuum announces auditions for the Ohio Premiere of *Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors * by Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen directed by Scott Zolkowski *PLAY DESCRIPTION:* Ever wondered what would happen if you took Bram Stoker’s legendary vampire tale and put it into a blender with Mel Brooks, Monty Python, and The 39 Steps? That’s just what happens in this lightning-fast, laugh-out-loud, 90-minute, gender-bending romp. When her sister Mina falls ill with a mysterious disease of the blood, Lucy Westfeldt and her fiancé, Jonathan Harker, enlist the help of famed female vampire hunter Doctor Jean Van Helsing. Their hunt for the dangerous and sexy Count Dracula abounds with clever wordplay and quick-change antics. Five actors play over a dozen roles in this bloodcurdlingly hilarious send-up of the literary classic. Casting is flexible and expandable up to 24 actors. *Available Roles:* - ACTOR 1: male to play HARKER/SUITORS/BOSUN/GRAVEDIGGER - ACTOR 2: female to play males, DR. WESTFELDT/RENFIELD/CAPTAIN - ACTOR 3: female to play LUCY/KITTY/DRIVER - ACTOR 4: male to play females, MINA/VAN HELSING - ACTOR 5: male to play DRACULA (Sexually attractive and alluring male with a magnetic personality. Self-centered and sexually fluid) Please note that the play sends up gender “norms,” and all characters can be played by actors of any gender, age or type. Please arrive early to fill out an audition form and bring any conflicts which you may have. Auditions will consist of readings from the scripts. Auditions to be held at the theatre located at 2438 Scranton Rd. Cleveland, Ohio 44113 All roles are compensated with a $400 stipend. Production Dates are Friday October 3rd - Saturday October 25th (Shows Thursday through Saturday at 7:30 PM, and 1 Sunday performance at 3PM). For more information please contact szolkowski(a)convergence-continuum.org -- 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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Auditions for CPH's Family Theatre Production "THE THROWAWAYS"
by Casting 23 May '25

23 May '25

CLEVELAND PLAY HOUSE EDUCATION CASTING LOCAL NON-AEA ACTORS FOR WORLD PREMIER PRODUCTION OF THE THROWAWAYS Cleveland Play House (CPH) is seeking to cast local actors as for the Family Theatre Program’s 2025 production of The Throwaways, by Jose Cruz Gonzalez, directed by Eric Schmiedl. All roles are non-union contracts. Roles available: * PERFORMER #1 – portrays MAKOS (Marcus), a Latino, Black, or Mixed-Race character; 13-year-old middle school student; responsible, conscientious, and intuitive; very protective of his little sister, BIBI. * PERFORMER #2 – portrays BIBI (Bibiana), a Latino, Black, or Mixed-Race character; 9-year-old elementary school student; imaginative, hopeful, and creative; sees the world with wonder and curiosity. * PERFORMER #3 – portrays D.L., MR. TORRES, MR. MOON, RED BALLOON, CLERK, and SCHOOL BOY; Latino, Black, or Mixed-Race characters; various ages: D.L. is an adult who drives a tricked-out car. MR. TORRES is an elder in the neighborhood. MR. MOON is a magical “father-figure.” * MUSICIAN – a character of any cultural background who plays keyboard, sings background vocals, and generates live Foley sound effects for the characters. All characters listed above are puppets made from repurposed materials. Actors must be comfortable with using puppets and with singing. Any additional musical skills, training, or experience is welcomed. Auditions are Wednesday, June 4, 2025 from 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm Auditions are by appointment only. To request an appointment for local, in-person auditions, please complete the form at this link, and a member of the casting team will confirm your appointment: https://airtable.com/appFpfBaY76uUmBVG/shr5llJ2bpq7HB0Qn PRODUCTION DATES WORKSHOP: July 23, 24, 25 FIRST REHEARSAL: August 26, 2025 PERFORMANCES: Sept. 18 – Oct. 11, 2025 TOUR DATES: 1. Cleveland, OH: * Performances: 9/18 - 9/28 2. Buffalo, NY: * Travel day: 9/30 (to NY) * Performances: 10/1 - 10/4 * Travel day: 10/4 (to CLE) 3. Las Vegas, NV: * Travel day: 10/6 (to NV) * Performances: 10/8 - 10/10 * Travel day: 10/11 (to CLE)

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