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Dark Room at Cleveland Public Theatre - December 12th: Open Mic and Free Beer, Wine and Snacks!
by Mindy Herman 13 Apr '26

13 Apr '26

*The Dark Room at Cleveland Public Theatre on December 12th* *This month: Open Mic! * The Dark Room is a place where writers take center stage and their work has a chance to grow. The Dark Room is an ongoing event held on the second Tuesday of each month. The Dark Room affords emerging and veteran playwrights the space and resources to develop new works. It offers a venue to workshop plays, novels, poems, or any other written work in a supportive, yet critical environment. *Tuesday, December 12th* *The Parrish Hall at CPT* (Just east of the Gordon Square Theatre Box Office) Cleveland Public Theatre 6415 Detroit Ave, Cleveland, OH 44102 *FREE Beer, Wine and Snacks!* *6:45 - 7:00pm: *Sign-up begins for writers and actors (space is limited). Writers can bring up to 10 minutes of work to be read; actors will be cast on the spot! All writers must arrive by 7:00pm for consideration. *PLEASE NOTE:* Work will be chosen randomly from all submissions until slots are full. *7:30pm: *Open Mic Session readings begin Suggested donation of $5 is welcomed at the door, but not required. See you in the Dark Room! -Mindy Mindy Childress Herman www.footstepsmediallc.com www.theumbrellatheatre.com

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Michael Chekhov Technique Certification with GLMCC!!!
by GLMCC 31 Mar '26

31 Mar '26

THE GREAT LAKES MICHAEL CHEKHOV CONSORTIUM <https://www.greatlakesmichaelchekhovconsortium.com/> 15th ANNUAL CONFERENCE! Find power and inspiration by experiencing this incredible ACTING TECHNIQUE THIS JUNE at KENT STATE UNIVERSITY! WHO IS THIS FOR? This ACTING TECHNIQUE is for ACTORS & ACTING TEACHERS, both professionals and experienced amateurs, who yearn to enrich their craft! * Applicants must be at least 18 years of age. They must also have completed one year of higher education. If they are 18, but have not completed one year of higher ed, they may submit a letter of recommendation for this program from a theatre practitioner (director, instructor, etc.) to glmccteachers(a)gmail.com WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT? We are a CERTIFIED TEACHING PROGRAM of the Michael Chekhov Acting Technique (One of only two in the USA) We are the ONLY Chekhov organization sponsored by a university We are led by founding directors and CERTIFIED MASTER TEACHERS Catherine Albers (Professor Emeritus in Theatre-CWRU) and Lionel Walsh (Professor of Acting-University of Windsor, Canada) We are supported by a full faculty of CERTIFIED ASSOCIATE TEACHERS (including local AEA and SAG/AFTRA actors Christopher Bohan & Jamie Koeth) In our 15 YEARS we have trained and certified actors and teachers from all over the world who continue to spread the joy of this inspired work! This year’s conference will take place IN PERSON at KSU! FIND OUT! VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3jqlsI6SGkY WEBSITE: https://www.greatlakesmichaelchekhovconsortium.com INQUIRIES: glmccteachers(a)gmail.com “There is no art without joy.” -Michael Chekhov -- Director/Lead Teacher Great Lakes Michael Chekhov Consortium https://www.greatlakesmichaelchekhovconsortium.com/

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AUDITIONS: "Long After Crystal Night" (drama, June run - auditions 3/30 & 31)
by Chagrin Valley Little Theatre 25 Mar '26

25 Mar '26

*AUDITION ANNOUNCEMENT: "Long After Crystal Night"* Chagrin Valley Little Theatre (CVLT) is seeking a diverse cast for our upcoming production of*"Long After Crystal Night"*by John Herman Shaner, directed by Carol Jaffee Pribble. *SYNOPSIS* Set in a Beverly Hills Jewish household in 1983, this compelling drama plunges a family into an emotionally charged weekend when their patriarch attends a community meeting in which members of the Jewish Defense League are requesting an opportunity to speak at his B’nai Brith lodge where they plan to encourage members to stage a protest at a Nazi rally scheduled to occur in their community. With both humor and emotion, LONG AFTER CRYSTAL NIGHT challenges its characters to question the depth of their convictions and their personal courage in the face of difficult choices. This thought provoking play is a timely and timeless exploration of identity, courage, and the enduring human spirit. *AUDITION DETAILS* * *When:*Monday, March 30 & Tuesday, March 31, 2026 * *Time:*7:00 PM * *Location:*Chagrin Valley Little Theatre, 40 River Street, Chagrin Falls, OH 44022 * *Sign-up:*Audition Signup Link <https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080C4DA5A62FA4F94-61960434-open> *CASTING REQUIREMENTS* We are looking for volunteer actors for the following roles: * *7 Males:*Approximate ages 14, 21, 28, 45, 48, 55, and 80. * *2 Females:*Approximate ages 25 and 40. /Note: Auditions will consist of readings from scenes in the play. These scenes will be available at the CVLT Box Office beginning March 1 for review./ *PRODUCTION DATES* * *Rehearsals:*Begin in April (Sunday afternoons, Monday–Thursday evenings). * *Performance Run:*June 5 – 21, 2026. * *Showtimes:*Friday & Saturday at 7:30 PM; Sunday matinees (June 14 & 21) at 2:00 PM. *ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITY: STAGE MANAGER* The production team is also hiring a*Stage Manager*. This is a paid position ($500 stipend) requiring attendance at auditions and most rehearsals starting April 7. Interested candidates should contact Tom Jones (Assistant Chair of the CVLT Production Committee) at*tjones(a)cvlt.org*for an interview. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ *About CVLT:*Chagrin Valley Little Theatre is a 501c3 Non-Profit Organization. All actors cast are strictly volunteers (No AEA contracts available). For more information: CVLT.org/auditions

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Heights Youth Theatre Presents the Wind in the Willows - Opens January 16
by Pamela Fine 19 Mar '26

19 Mar '26

*HEIGHTS YOUTH THEATRE * presents *THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS * directed by Treva Offutt music directed by Stacy Bolton stage managed by Zach Nicol *The show opens on January 16, 7 PM, and runs:* - Fridays, January 16 & 23, 7 PM - Saturdays, January 17 & 24, 7 PM - Sundays, January 18 & 25, 2 PM Wiley Middle School 2181 Miramar Boulevard University Heights, Ohio 44118 Tickets can be purchased at the door or by visiting: https://www.heightsyouththeatre.com/tickets *box office opens 45 minutes before the show* For more details, visit www.heightsyouththeatre.org Heights Youth Theatre programming is made possible by the generous support of the residents of Cuyahoga County through Cuyahoga Arts and Culture,Leonard Krieger Fund of the Cleveland Foundation, the Ohio Arts Council, Eaton Corporation, The Noelle Family Fund for Health, Well-being, and Enrichment, a fund of the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation *Synopsis: The Wind in the Willows (Young Audience Version) is a lively, heartwarming adventure that is fun for the whole family. Set in the English countryside, you will meet a lovable community of animals and four unforgettable friends—Mole, Rat, Badger, and the ever-excitable Mr. Toad. When Toad’s wild obsession with fast cars leads him into chaos, his loyal friends band together to save him, protect their beloved riverbank, and remind everyone what true friendship really means. Filled with humor, mischief, and big-hearted moments, come see this delightful journey where teamwork always wins the day.*

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Spring Awakening blossoms with Beck Center and Oberlin Collab
by Julie Gilliland 19 Feb '26

19 Feb '26

Beck Center for the Arts Announces Oberlin College and Conservatory Music Theater Program Collaboration With Spring Awakening Lakewood, OH-Beck Center for the Arts<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.beckcenter.org_&d=D…> is pleased to announce its first annual collaboration through the production of Spring Awakening with Oberlin College and Conservatory Music Theater Program.<https://www.oberlin.edu/music-theater> Now in its 20th anniversary, this piece won eight Tony Awards(r), including Best Musical. From its beginning the play, and now the musical, have held audiences tight in its fist. First written in late 1890 and spring of 1891, German playwright Frank Wekekind's<https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frank_Wedekind> piece, set in the late 19th century, was later adapted into a popular rock musical by Duncan Sheik<https://www.google.com/search?q=Duncan+Sheik&rlz=1C1ONGR_enUS1145US1145&oq=…> and Steven Sater.<https://www.google.com/search?q=Steven+Sater&rlz=1C1ONGR_enUS1145US1145&oq=…> That work premiered on Broadway in 2006. Victoria Bussert, head of the Oberlin program shared, "Oberlin Music Theater is thrilled to join with Beck Center for our first annual collaboration, Spring Awakening. Spring Awakening matters in 2026 because it gives young people a voice in a world that still struggles to listen - using music, dance and honest portrayals to spark empathy, dialogue and courage at exactly the moment they're most needed." Curtain times are 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 2:30 p.m. Sundays. Preview performances are 7:30 p.m. the Thursday before opening night, with general admission seating for just $15. Smart Seats are available for each performance at just $15 per person. For more information on the 2025-2026 Professional Theater Season please visit beckcenter.org.<https://beckcenter.org/theater/event-categories/professional-theater> Spring Awakening<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.mtishows.com_sprin…> produced in collaboration with Oberlin College and Conservatory Music Theater Program, books and lyrics were written by Steve Sater, music by Duncan Sheik, based on the play by Frank Wedekind. Directed by Victoria Bussert, musical direction by Matthew Webb, and choreography by Lauren Marousek, will be performed in Senney Theater, February 13 to March 1, 2026, with added Wednesdays February 18, and February 25, 2026 and Thursdays on February 19 and 26, 2026. Presented in arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). Young lovers must struggle against all odds to build a world together in this electrifying fusion of morality hitting up against passion in a pop rock score that exhilarates audiences like no other musical. How did you play your hand when adults held all the cards? "The most gorgeous Broadway score this decade," Entertainment Weekly All performances are at theaters inside Beck Center for the Arts<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.beckcenter.org_&d=D…> located at 17801 Detroit Avenue in Lakewood, just ten minutes west of downtown Cleveland. Free onsite parking is available. For more information visit beckcenter.org<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.beckcenter.org_&d=D…>. Beck Center for the Arts is proud to be a part of Northeast Ohio's professional theater landscape, operating under a letter of agreement with Actors' Equity Association. We are a Small Professional Theater (SPT) based on the number of seats, number of our performances, and the maximum weekly hours of work we provide to actors. We produce every show on our stages, by choosing the play, casting and rehearsing it, building the sets, props, and costumes, directing and performing the live music, and designing lights and sound. We proudly utilize regional resources and talent. Beck Center for the Arts also offers arts education for all ages, all skill levels, and all abilities with classes and lessons in music, dance, visual arts, and theater, as well as creative arts therapies. Financial assistance is offered to qualified applicants so that these programs can be enjoyed by all. Programming at Beck Center for the Arts is made possible through the generous support of First Federal Lakewood, and the Ohio Arts Council. Beck Center gratefully acknowledges the generous funding provided by the citizens of Cuyahoga County through Cuyahoga Arts and Culture.

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Vocalist Needed
by Douglas Hicks 31 Jan '26

31 Jan '26

Vocalist needed for a performance Feb 6 Need to read music. 3 pieces, paid gig with piano, cello, violin, narrator Email: dhcustomsoftware(a)icloud.com Location: Portage Lakes Area, Akron OH Contact Doug: 330.571.5076

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Memorial Celebration for Brian Zoldessy is in ONE WEEK - Registration Link...
by Fred Sternfeld 31 Jan '26

31 Jan '26

Dear Northeast Ohio Performing Arts Community, The family of Brian Zoldessy has asked me to forward the following information to all of you. --------------------------------------------- *Please join us in celebrating the memory of Brian Zoldessy.A Memorial Celebration for Brian Zoldessy will be held on Sunday, February 8, 2026 at 10 - 11:30 am. We'll be honoring his memory in the Simon and Rose Mandel Theatre on Tri-C Eastern Campus.* *For more details and to register, click here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/brians-final-bow-tickets-1980638119934?aff=odd… <https://www.eventbrite.com/e/brians-final-bow-tickets-1980638119934?aff=odd…>You don't have to register to attend as there are ample seats, but if you do register the family will have a better sense of how many people to expect. * *At this link you will find a flyer <https://docs.google.com/document/d/1qv8z0QD1f-sRpu0I28laggzlmYWLAJoC0YIj8w4…> for The Memorial Celebration. Please share this email and the flyer to all those you know who would want to hear of the opportunity to honor Brian Zoldessy. * ----------------------------------------------- Warm Regards, Fred Sternfeld Theatre Director / Producer / Educator Website <http://www.fredsternfeld.com/> Neohiopal Owner / Administrator Website <https://fredsternfeld.com/new-neohiopal-main-22/> 216-496-6087

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Re: [NEohioPAL] "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee" Presented by Willoughby South High School - Feb 12th/15th
by South Drama 31 Jan '26

31 Jan '26

*Sorry, I had sent an email too soon before this one that had radium girls listed. This is the correct description that should be used. * Willoughby South High Drama Club could use your support! As we present “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” Winner of the Tony and Drama Desk Awards for Best Book, "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee" is a fast-paced, hilarious, and surprisingly heartfelt musical. Six quirky middle-schoolers compete in a spelling championship, revealing hilarious stories from their lives as they face absurd words and the dreaded “ding” of elimination. Spelling Bee is a charming crowd-pleaser with audience participation that is a perfect choice for Willoughby South Drama Club this year. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Thursday, February 12th at 7:00pm Saturday, February 14th at 7:00pm Sunday, February 15th at 2:00pm Tickets are $8-$14 Ticket link: https://linktr.ee/southdrama ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ *Performance Location:* Eastlake North High School Performing Arts Center 34041 Stevens Blvd, Eastlake OH 44095 Email: southdrama(a)weschools.org On Sat, Jan 31, 2026 at 9:55 AM South Drama <southdrama(a)weschools.org> wrote: > Willoughby South High Drama Club could use your support! > > > As we present “Radium Girls” > > “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” > > Winner of the Tony and Drama Desk Awards for Best Book, "The 25th Annual > Putnam County Spelling Bee" is a fast-paced, hilarious, and surprisingly > heartfelt musical. Six quirky middle-schoolers compete in a spelling > championship, revealing hilarious stories from their lives as they face > absurd words and the dreaded “ding” of elimination. Spelling Bee is a > charming crowd-pleaser with audience participation that is a perfect choice > for Willoughby South Drama Club this year. > > ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ > > Thursday, February 12th at 7:00pm > > Saturday, February 14th at 7:00pm > > Sunday, February 15th at 2:00pm > > Tickets are $8-$14 > > Ticket link: https://linktr.ee/southdrama > > ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ > > Performance Location: > > Eastlake North High School Performing Arts Center > > 34041 Stevens Blvd, Eastlake OH 44095 > > > > > > > > -- > Melissa Holva > *South High Drama Club* > Program Director & Tech Director > southdrama(a)weschools.org > > *Willoughby South High School* > 5000 Shankland Rd > Willoughby, OH 44094 > > > *Upcoming Production:* > *The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee* > February 12th-15th 2026 > Ticket Link: linktr.ee/southdrama > > > -- Melissa Holva *South High Drama Club* Program Director & Tech Director southdrama(a)weschools.org *Willoughby South High School* 5000 Shankland Rd Willoughby, OH 44094 *Upcoming Production:* *The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee* February 12th-15th 2026 Ticket Link: linktr.ee/southdrama -- PLEASE NOTE: This message and any response to it may constitute a public record, and therefore may be available upon request in accordance with Ohio public record law. (ORC 149.43)

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February Music Therapy and Wellness offerings!
by B.H. Friedman-Romell 30 Jan '26

30 Jan '26

Greetings! Shake off the winter doldrums with music to help lift your spirits and achieve your goals! I'm offering two *Restorative Sound Bath Journeys* in February. Experience a variety of sound healing instruments, including crystal singing bowls, gongs, drums, wooden and ceramic flutes, and the human voice. I have carefully curated a set of singing bowls pitched at lower frequencies, in order to activate theta and delta brainwaves involved in deep relaxation. You will be gently guided on a journey of relaxation, healing, and growth through sound, breath work, and focused meditation. You may wish to bring a yoga mat, head support, and/or eye mask. Chairs will also be available. *Sound Bath Journey at JWell in Pepper Pike, Feb. 5, 7 pm:* /$10 per person. Advanced registration required for this event. Please click here:/ https://www.bnaijeshurun.org/form/jwell-restorative-soundbath-journey.html *Sound Bath Journey at Healing With The Horses in Chesterland, Feb. 8, 2 pm:* /$25 per person. Payment in advance through Square: email Beth to register if you are planning to pay at the door./ https://square.link/u/c7kFepvZ If you or someone you know is living with the effects of a stroke, traumatic brain injury, or other neurological condition, *Music for Daily Living* is a new group program utilizing the latest Neurologic Music Therapy techniques to help people improve or maintain physical, speech, cognitive, and social skills. The group meets twice per month on Thursday mornings at B'nai Jeshurun Congregation, and is made possible through the generous support of JWell. There are still some spots left -- email me to start the registration process. Full program description and session schedule may be found here: *Music for Daily Living://*/https://www.differentdrum.net/index.php#events/ Stay warm, be well, Beth -- Beth Friedman-Romell, PhD, LPMT, MT-BC, NMT™ (she, her, hers) A Different Drum Music Therapy, LLC 216-260-5525 ☏ <tel:+1.216-260-5525> beth(a)differentdrum.net 🖃 <mailto:beth@differentdrum.net> www.differentdrum.net🔗 <https://www.differentdrum.net/> Different Drum Music Therapy and Wellness

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Lakewood’s Beck Center for the Arts Announce Auditions for “Mean Girls”
by Scott Spence 30 Jan '26

30 Jan '26

*Lakewood’s Beck Center for the Arts Announce Auditions for “Mean Girls”* The NE Ohio locally produced premiere of the Broadway hit musical “*Mean Girls*” playing this summer on Beck Center’s Senney Main Stage will hold Open Call auditions by appointment only on *March 8th and March 9th*. Audition slots will begin with 6PM availability each day. To ensure an audition slot, interested performers should call Beck Patron Services at *216-521-2540* during regular business hours (Generally Noon to 8PM on weekdays, and various weekend hours.) Open Call Auditions can also take place by submitting a video if preferred. If called back, it is highly desirable that performers are able to appear at callbacks in person, however. *Callbacks* sessions will occur on *Sat., March 14th* and *Sunday, March 15th*. For initial auditions, please prepare one vocal selection that shows off your voice. This selection should not be more than 90 seconds in length. No monologues are required, and all dance calls will be held as part of the Callback process. The vast majority of roles are High School age-appearing. Requirements for auditions are that performers should be at least 16 years old as of Opening Night, July 10th, 2026 *Note*: Deadline for any video submissions is Friday, March 6th at 5PM. *Please submit to:* scottdavidspence(a)gmail.com *All roles are open* for “*Mean Girls*”. It is anticipated that Two (2) Equity contracts will be available for this production. All non-equity performers who are 18 and over receive a stipend for their participation. Performers under 18 are not compensated. While non-local performers are certainly encouraged to audition, please know that Beck Center is unable to provide housing or transportation, and that stipends are unlikely to go very far in deferring these expenses. *Performance Dates*: “*Mean Girls*” opens July 10th and closes August 9th. Performances are mainly Fri/Sat/Sun with a few Thursdays as well. *Rehearsals*: We will begin somewhere between Saturday, May 30th and Saturday, June 6th. *Roles*: {All are High School Age-Appearing except where noted} {*The Students*} *Cady Heron* *Janis Sarkisian* *Damian Hubbard* *Kevin G.* *Aaron Samuels* And.... *The Plastics*~~~*Regina George, Gretchen Wieners and Karen Smith* {*The Adults*~~~Age-Appearing 35 to 45} *Ms. Heron, Ms. Norbury, Ms George*---Likely all played by same actor *Mr. Duval* Multi-Roled Ensemble include 8 Female and 6 Male...all who double. *Staff For This Production* Scott Spence (Director/Artistic Director) Bryan Bird (Musical Director) Lauren Marousek (Choreographer) Libby White (Production Stage Manager) Laura Carlson Tarantowski (Scenic Design) Jack Ina (Light Design) Brittany Blaschke (Projection Design) Inda Blatch-Geib (Costume Design) Carlton Guc (Sound Design)

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