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Showcase Chaos! Open Stage at the Wizbang Theatre THUR 8/21
by Brian Douglas 18 Aug '25

18 Aug '25

This Thursday "Showcase Chaos” hosted by Beezy Douglas returns to the Wizbang Theatre for another unforgettable and unpredictable evening of #music #cleancomedy #storytelling #magic #puppetry #dance #circusarts and even #bubblewitchery! How do I sign up & how much time do I get? Drop your name in the hat by 7:50pm. Performers will be called up at random to sign up for any available slot on the list. Sets are limited to 3 songs / 12 minutes max. What’s available to performers? Full PA and stage lighting 3 Microphones Direct Input Travel Drum Kit Bass, Acoustic, and Electric Guitar Amps Fog machine What’s the vibe? This is a listening space where spectators and performers are expected to support each other. Artists come for the stage time, but stay for the community and camaraderie. Each month we have a theme for inspiration and flow. AUGUST THEME: BURNING LOCATION: Wizbang Theatre 2134 Lee Rd, Cleveland Heights TIME: Doors open at 7PM | Performances run 8PM to midnight SUGGESTED DONATION: $7/audience $3/performer More info and tickets: bzdug.com/showcase <https://bzdug.com/showcase> Hope to see you there! —Beezy Douglas

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SCA Youth Theater 6-8 Grade "Mary Poppins Jr." audition sign ups now open!
by Cindy Telasa 18 Aug '25

18 Aug '25

*SOLON CENTER FOR THE ARTS AUDITION POSTING* *REGISTER FOR AUDITIONS AT SOLONARTS.ORG <http://SOLONARTS.ORG> UNDER THEATER PRODUCTIONS OR CLICK HERE: https://secure.rec1.com/OH/solon-oh/catalog?filter=c2VhcmNoPTM3MTYyNDc <https://secure.rec1.com/OH/solon-oh/catalog?filter=c2VhcmNoPTM3MTYyNDc>=* *SPOTLIGHT YOUTH THEATER Grades 6 – 8 CAMERON MACKINTOSH AND DISNEY’S MARY POPPINS JR (A Musical)* *By: A Musical based on the stories of P.L. Travers and the Walt Disney Film. Original Music and Lyrics by Richard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman. Book by Julian Fellowes. New Songs and Additional Music and Lyrics by George Stiles and Anthony Drewe. Co-Created byCameron Mackintosh. Adapted by iTheatrics under the supervision of Timothy Allen McDonald. * *Based on one of the most popular Disney movies of all time and the Broadway musical that received multiple Tony Awards nominations, Cameron Mackintosh and Disney's Mary Poppins is capturing hearts in a whole new way: as a practically perfect musical! The jack-of-all trades, Bert, introduce us to England in 1910 and the troubled Banks family. Young Jane and Michael have sent many a nanny packing before Mary Poppins arrives on their doorstep. Using a combination of magic and common sense, she must teach the family members how to value each other again. Mary Poppins takes the children on many magical and memorable adventures, but Jane and Michael are not the only ones upon whom she has a profound effect. Even grown-ups can learn a lesson or two from the nanny who advises, "Anything can happen if you let it."* **Students MUST LIST ALL conflicts with regular rehearsals on audition form. Availability will be a consideration in casting. Absences from rehearsals not previously disclosed will mean removal from parts of or the entire show (except in cases of emergency or illness). There are NO ABSENCES permitted during Mandatory Technical or Dress Rehearsals or Performances.* *Dance Audition (MANDATORY FOR ALL): Monday August 25 (5:30 - 7:30 PM) * *Acting/Singing Group Auditions (*Pick 1 of 2): Tuesday, August 26 (5:30 - 7:30 PM) OR Wednesday, August 27 (5:30 pm - 7:30 PM) *Students should prepare a vocal selection from materials given and please familiarize yourselves with the scenes attached. Memorization strongly encouraged but not mandatory. Selections will be provided with materials to pick from an audition packet.* *REGISTER FOR AUDITIONS AT SOLONARTS.ORG <http://SOLONARTS.ORG> beginning Monday, July 14 at 12PM* *Cast List Posted Wednesday, Sept 3 at 3:30 PM via email *First rehearsal 5:30-7:30 PM that evening * *Rehearsals: Monday & Wednesday evenings and Saturday morning/afternoons from Sept 3 – November 24 (5:30-7:30 PM M/W and 11:30 AM-2 PM SA) *No rehearsal Aug 30, Sept 1, 22, Oct 1, 20 and November, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30* *Mandatory Technical/Dress Rehearsals: Monday Dec 1-Thursday December 4 (5:30 – 8:30 PM)* *Performances: Friday, December 5 at 7 PM, Saturday, December 6 at 2 PM & 7PM & Sunday, December 7 at 2 PM* *Call time is an hour and half prior to the show.* *Production Fee: $165.00 *Due to the nature of this show being a musical the production fee is $165.00. This is due the first week of rehearsals.*

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The Schmooze Networking Event is Friday!
by HobbsStyle! 18 Aug '25

18 Aug '25

Let's Schmooze! Join us for the premier networking event for Cleveland’s entertainment industry. Make connections, seal the deal and engage with Ohio's movers and shakers. This is a free event and features a film presentation by local filmmakers. Send RSVP to clevelandcasting(a)gmail.com. Place Schmooze 2025 in the subject line. *The Schmooze* Friday, August 22, 2025 The Bop Stop 2920 Detroit Rd Cleveland, OH 44113 6pm to 9pm

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Winnie the Pooh Boo! Auditions @ PGT
by Breanna Antoniades 17 Aug '25

17 Aug '25

The Players Guild Theatre Proudly Presents: WINNIE THE POOH BOO! Written by Beth Knox Directed by Bart Herman Auditions: Friday, August 29th, 6:00-9:00pm, and Saturday, August 30th, 11:00-2:00pm Callbacks: Monday, September 1st, 6:00-9:00pm Rehearsals begin Monday, September 15th 2025 Rehearsals will run Mondays - Fridays 6:30-10:00 PM Performance dates are October 24-26, 2025 Friday at @ 7:00 PM, Saturday & Sunday @ 2:00 PM. Please prepare to perform your favorite nursery rhyme. We will also ask you to do a cold reading for one of the Winnie the Pooh characters. We are asking that you are 16 years or older in order to audition. Those wishing to audition can make an appointment for an audition time by signing up online. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4EABAB23A4FCC34-57951668-winnie#/ For parking, please park in the student lot 107 next to the Fine Arts Building on Kent State University at Stark’s Campus. The Players Guild Theatre is located at 6000 Frank Ave NW, North Canton, OH 44720 in the Kent State University at Stark Fine Arts Building on floor one. *Breanna Antoniades* Production Manager Players Guild Theatre 6000 Frank Ave NW North Canton, OH 44720 www.playersguildtheatre.com

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Stow Players request for submissions to Emerging Playwright Series
by Stow Players 17 Aug '25

17 Aug '25

Stow Players is accepting new submissions for their Emerging Playwright Reading Series (EPRS). EPRS is a play development program, minimally staged with actors (6 or less) carrying scripts, allowing the audience to assist the playwright in fulfilling the play’s full potential. We are currently seeking playwrights who currently live within 3 hours of Stow, Ohio and are willing to travel to our performance space for the Staged Reading. We have the following dates available for our 2025-2026 season: January 9, January 10, February 6, February 7, February 27, February 28, March 26 and March 27. Performances are at 7:30PM. We are currently planning on choosing two or three scripts for this season, depending on submissions received. Performances takes place at Heritage Barn Silver Springs Park 5238 Young Rd Stow, Ohio 44224 Submissions can be less than full length (~90 minutes). However, if submissions are not full length, they may be combined with other shorter scripts for one evening of staged reading and talk back. Submissions must not have received a full production. Submissions that have received full productions, even if they have undergone significant post-production revisions, will not be considered. TO SUBMIT: Send an email to StowPlayers(a)gmail.com with the following information: - NAME: - EMAIL: - PHONE: - ADDRESS: - BIO: (250 words of less, please) - PLAY TITLE: - # OF CHARACTERS: (6 or under) - SYNOPSIS: (In 250 words or less, tell us about your script) - Attach script(s) as a .pdf. - Preferred date of staged reading If you have a Director and/or Actors in mind, please provide that information when submitting your script. If not, Stow Players will provide them for you. If you choose the latter approach, these choices will be at our discretion and you, the playwright, will have no veto power. Please submit scripts no later than September 15, 2025 to be considered for this season. If scripts are received after this date, they will be placed into consideration for next season. Scripts are submitted to our play reading committee for consideration. If you are chosen, you will be notified by Stow Players in October. Further questions? Please email us at stowplayers(a)gmail.com.

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🎭 Audition Notice: The Addams Family
by Connie Laettner 16 Aug '25

16 Aug '25

They’re creepy, they’re kooky… and they’re looking for YOU! Presented by Mighty Goliath Productions — February 5–8, 2026 *Production Team (Meet the magic-makers): **Director:* Keli Schimelpfenig, Assistant Director: Madeline Jarosz, Music Director: Gabrielle Dobbins, Orchestra Director: Sarah Novak, Choreographer: Nicci Casara Billington, Costume Design: Amy Lence, Stage Managers: Marisa Mullner & Nathaniel White, Tech Director: Brandon Haas, Scenic Design: Jennifer Gercak, Prop Manager: Renee White, Producer: J.G. White, Assistant Producer: Sarah Clemons-Ogan, Marketing Chair: Stephannie Cole *Group Auditions (for lead/featured roles):* 📅 Sat, Sept 13 (4–8 PM) & Sun, Sept 14 (1–5 PM) 📍 St. Joseph Catholic Church Parish Center, Avon Lake 👉 Come ready to move, sing, and act! Bring a headshot & résumé. *Featured Dancer Auditions:* 📅 Mon, Sept 15 (6:30–9:30 PM) (Dance, darling—you might just get cursed with stardom!) *Callbacks (by invitation):* 📅 Mon, Sept 15 (6:30–9:30 PM) *Ensemble = No Audition!* Just show up for the first or second rehearsal: 📅 Fri, Oct 10 (St. Joseph) OR Fri, Oct 17 (Avon Lake HS) (In this production, our ensemble will not merely fill the stage. They will embody the creepy, kooky Addams Family Ancestors, with each performer crafting a distinct character from beyond the grave.) 💀 Ages 6–106 welcome. 💌 Can’t attend? Email auditions(a)mightygoliath.com for a video option (*but callbacks are in person).* Questions? Email us at auditions(a)mightygoliath.com

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AUDITION NOTICE for Hadestown-Teen Edition at Hathaway Brown School!
by T. Paul Lowry 15 Aug '25

15 Aug '25

Hathaway Brown School in Shaker Heights is opening auditions to high school boys in the area for our upcoming production of Hadestown- Teen Edition. Performances run November 21-23, and rehearsals take place from 3:30-6pm Monday-Friday at Hathaway Brown. You will not be called for every rehearsal, and we can be flexible with arrival times depending on which school you commute from. Rehearsal schedule will be finalized two weeks at a time in advance so all can plan accordingly. The Audition Schedule is as follows: - Audition Workshop Friday 8/22 in Blackbox 4-5pm - Monday 8/25 Vocal/Acting Day 1 in Blackbox 3:30-6pm (only attend one day) - Wednesday 8/27 Vocal/Acting Day 2 in Blackbox 3:30-6pm (only attend one day) - Thursday 8/28 Possible Callbacks in Blackbox 3:30-6pm More information about auditions and performances can be found here: https://bit.ly/hb-hadestown Any questions? Feel free to email director Chrissy Margevicius at cmargevicius(a)hb.edu We hope to see you there!

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Live musical accompaniment by Montopolis for GHOST ALMANAC at the Cinematheque this Saturday!
by Genevieve Schwartz 15 Aug '25

15 Aug '25

FYI: GHOST ALMANAC shows Saturday at the Cleveland Institute of Art Cinematheque, 11610 Euclid Ave. Tickets are $14; $11 for CIA/CSU I.D. holders, Cinematheque members, and those age 25 & under. Please spread the word! Saturday, August 16, 9:00 pm Special Screening Live Musical Accompaniment GHOST ALMANAC Various, 1896-1933, Various What if the devil was a VJ? What if MTV broadcasted from hell? Ghost Almanac is an 80 minute program of short horror films with live musical accompaniment and live foley. It features best scenes from classic horror films soundtracked live by the vintage synthesizer enthusiasts of Montopolis. Tales from the Crypt meets VH1 in this roller coaster ride of terror and old school beats. Including film exceprts from: The Skeleton Dance (1929) Haxan (1922) The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari (1920) The Haunted House, Buster Keaton (1921) L'Inferno (1911) Betty Boop's Halloween Party (1933) Nosferatu (1922) The Vanishing Lady (1896) Phantom of the Opera (1925) Montopolis is an indie chamber music group from Austin, Texas that performs the works of composer Justin Sherburn. Their genre-busting music uses inventive instrumentation to create "stunning and transcendent" (Austin Chronicle) concerts. Their programs are audience-engaging, multi-media events that combine live music with film and interactive storytelling. The Montopolis musicians include members of the Austin Symphony, Okkervil River, Tosca String Quartet, and the Polyphonic Spree. Special admission $14; Cinematheque members, CIA & CSU I.D. holders, and ages 25 & under $11. See our film schedule for details. https://cinematheque.cia.edu/movies/ghost-almanac/ As a reminder, filmgoers can park for free in Lot 73 and in the Institute's annex lot, and should enter CIA via nearby Entrance C. Thank you, Genevieve Schwartz Cinematheque Assistant Director gbschwartz(a)cia.edu<mailto:gbschwartz@cia.edu> | 216-421-7450 cinematheque.cia.edu<https://cinematheque.cia.edu/> Cleveland Institute of Art Cinematheque 11610 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44106

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CASTING CALL FOR IMMERSIVE THEATER - "KRINGLE'S INVENTIONASIUM EXPERIENCE"
by Mr. Kringle & Company 15 Aug '25

15 Aug '25

*Mr. Kringle & Company* *AUDITIONS * *for* *Kringle’s Inventionasium Experience* *ABOUT THE PRODUCTION* *Kringle’s Inventionasium is a fully immersive theater experience.* Audiences are invited to Mr. Kringle’s top secret toy lab to help create toys and prepare for the holiday season. Mayhem ensues as guests assist Kringle’s kooky inventing team, and eventually everyone meets with Mr. Kringle for photos and a personal visit! (*CLICK HERE* <https://mrkringle.com/kringles-inventionasium/> to learn more) *ROLES & COMPENSATION* *YOU could be one of Mr. Kringle's magic makers!* These roles offer performers the unique opportunity to experience intensive ensemble and improvisational training to develop, inhabit and live out characters inside a 7,500 sq. ft. fantasy world. Become an unforgettable part of the holiday season for thousands of audience members! *All performances take place at the Inventionasium inside Tower City Center in downtown Cleveland.* *ROLES open to AGES 17+.* Positions are Non-Equity. Flexible scheduling. *COMPENSATION:* All performers receive hourly compensation for rehearsals, previews & performances. *PAY* for performances is *$16-20/hr* *PAY* for rehearsals and previews is *$10/hr* *AUDITIONS* Email your video audition submissions to jobs(a)mr.kringle.com! Read the provided monologue as a character of your choice, and demonstrate, in under 1 minute, how to do an everyday task as another character of your choice. Optional: If you are experienced in any specific accents or character voices, please send us an additional 1 minute video of you demonstrating the voices and accents that you feel most comfortable doing. *We will be accepting video auditions until October 10th*. *CLICK HERE* <https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Fsgl0ddBpxyNzxWpiuqkH28Hd9nKL9DfM9R1V3N…> to view Audition sides. *CLICK HERE* <https://docs.google.com/document/d/1AgROZlHT2gxrXpGWXuyFryxd7uO1i6RWUEX6XIm…> to view Character descriptions. *REHEARSALS AND PREVIEWS * Rehearsals will begin on Monday November 3rd at Kringle’s Inventionasium in Tower City, downtown Cleveland. There will be an 8 day rehearsal process, Monday through Thursday 10am-4pm. There will be two previews on the evenings of November 18th, and November 20th. *HOURS OF OPERATION* *November 22 - December 24th* *CLICK HERE* <https://mrkringle.com/kringles-inventionasium/plan-your-visit-cleveland-oh/> to view this season's schedule. *PRODUCTION TEAM* Artistic Director – Jimmy Langa Entertainment Director – Miron Gusso Production Stage Manager – Jade Henning Operations Director – Greg Markowitz Operations Manager - Amanda Nyx *This casting notice was posted by The Mr. Kringle Company* The Mr. Kringle Company 230 W Huron Rd. Suite 7294 Cleveland, OH 44113 855-675-7464 MrKringle.com <https://mrkringle.com/>

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Insurance for the Arts
by mail＠unquoting.com 15 Aug '25

15 Aug '25

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