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WRP Announces Auditions for "The Outsiders"
by Braelin Andrzejewski 06 Jan '26

06 Jan '26

NOW AUDITIONING FOR “THE OUTSIDERS” THE WESTERN RESERVE PLAYHOUSE ANNOUNCES AUDITIONS FOR THE FIRST PLAY IN OUR 2026/2027 SEASON BUILT BY US *THE OUTSIDERS* A Play by Christopher Segel >From the novel by S.E. Hinton *Full-Length Play, coming of age drama* Seen through the eyes of young Ponyboy, a Greaser on the wrong side of life, caught up in territorial battles between the have-it-made rich kids—the Socs—and his tough, underprivileged "greaser" family and friends. In the midst of urban warfare, somehow Ponyboy can't forget a short poem that speaks of their fragile young lives: *Nature's first green is gold, Her hardest hue to hold.* *Her early leaf's a flower; But only so an hour.* *Then leaf subsides to leaf. So Eden sank to grief,* *so dawn goes down to day. Nothing gold can stay.* While the Socs appear to have everything, the only thing a Greaser has is his friends. As these young people try to find themselves and each other, as the sadness of sophistication begins to reach them and their battles and relationships reach a resolution, Ponyboy's dying friend, Johnny, sends him a last message … I've been thinking about the poem that guy wrote. He meant you're gold when you're a kid, like green. When you're a kid everything's new, dawn. It's just when you get used to everything that it's day. Like the way you dig sunsets, Pony. That's gold. Keep it that way. It's a good way to be. This is a play about young people who are not yet hopeless about latent decency in the midst of struggle. Directed by Sullivan Ratcliff TUESDAY JANUARY 20th 7pm-1030pm WEDNESDAY JANUARY 21st 7pm - 1030pm At the Western Reserve Playhouse 3326 Everett Rd, Richfield, OH 44286 Callbacks as needed Saturday January 24th WHAT TO KNOW: We are seeking a diverse cast of 15 or more performers for this teen coming of age story. Performers 16+ are encouraged to audition. Some Roles may be double cast and/or incorporated into an ensemble. Though some named roles are small there will be plenty for all to do. Rehearsals: Will begin approximately February 8, 2026. Rehearsals will run Monday-Thursday (evenings) and Sunday (evenings) based on cast availability. This is a 6-week rehearsal process with options for lower rehearsal commitment for adult actors. Performances: March 20-April 4 2026 What to prepare: - A short speech that you find might be thematically related to the play. Feel free to prepare your own or choose one of the following (below). - Cold reading from the script will also be provided - Please bring all conflicts for the rehearsal and performance process - VIDEO SUBMISSIONS will be accepted and due to august(a)thewrp.org by Wednesday Jan 21, 2026 by 1030pm This is a show about being a teenager, coming of age, so bring something you feel that is reflective of this time and that of the play. ALL ROLES ARE OPEN to all gender identities, races, ethnicities, body types, ages, and abilities. The genders/ages/ ethnicities outlined below indicate who we are looking for to play these parts; however, we will cast the show according to who is best suited for the roles. As a director I am deeply committed to inclusive casting and encourage BIPOC, queer identifying, and gender expansive actors to join us. No equity contracts available at this time. All positions are volunteer. *None of these parts are precast. All levels of actors wanted!* Roles Available: PONYBOY Male-Presenting, Age: Teenager, Ethnicity: Caucasian In his early teens, a greaser caught between who he is and what the world expects of him JOHNNY Male-Presenting, Age: Teenager, Ethnicity: Native American The youngest greaser, Ponyboy's friend and the gangs moral compass BOB Male-Presenting, Age: Teenager, Ethnicity: Caucasian A Soc teen, entitled, belligerent and unhinged RANDY Male-Presenting, Age: Teenager, Ethnicity: Black, Bob's best friend, menacing, loyal and sincere DALLAS Male-Presenting, Age: Late Teens-Early Twenties, Ethnicity: Caucasian A violent Greaser with a long rap-sheet. Has been as far north as New York and has done time in the penitentiary TWO-BIT Male-Presenting, Age: Late Teens - Early Twenties, Ethnicity: Hispanic A smooth talking Greaser who always has something clever to say. DARRY Male-Presenting, Age: Early Twenties, Ethnicity: Caucasian Ponyboy's oldest brother, caretaker for the family and a hard worker SODAPOP Male-Presenting, Age: Late Teens, Ethnicity: Caucasian Greaser. Middle child. Plays peacekeeper between Darry and Ponyboy SANDY Female-Presenting, Age: Late Teens, Ethnicity: Asian A hard-as-nails greaser with a fierce attitude. Sodapop's girlfriend CHERRY Female-Presenting, Age: Teenager, Ethnicity: Caucasian A sweet soc girl. Brave and thoughtful. Bob's ex-girlfriend MARCIA Female-Presenting, Age: Teenager, Ethnicity: Hispanic A soc girl. airheaded and ditzy. Cherry's friend. MRS. O'BRIANT Female-Presenting, Age: Adult, Ethnicity: Caucasian A parent to country children and school-aide JERRY Male-Presenting, Age: Adult, Ethnicity: Caucasian A parent to country children and school-aide DOCTOR Male-Presenting, Age: Adult, Ethnicity: Caucasian Works at the hospital. Mature, refined and stoical. NURSE Female-Presenting, Age: Adult, Ethnicity: Black Works at the hospital. Firm, but kind MR. SYME Male-Presenting, Age: Adult, Ethnicity: Caucasian An English teacher at school. Understanding PAUL Male-Presenting, Age: Early Twenties, Ethnicity: Hispanic A soc. Darry's former friend. Plays football at college How to sign up: Please sign up for a 10 minute audition slot below: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C4BA5AB2FABF8C52-61450080-auditions If you have any questions about the audition process please do not hesitate to contact august(a)thewrp.org *Produced by special arrangement with THE DRAMATIC PUBLISHING COMPANY of* *Woodstock, Illinois* -- 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. 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BCT Unplugged performance
by Kimberly States 06 Jan '26

06 Jan '26

BCT (Buckeye Community Theatre) Unplugged is a unique performance that takes away the pomp and grandeur that often accompanies theatrical performances, this production focuses solely on the storytelling. The performance features 3 separate 10 minute musicals (each musical only lasts roughly 10 minutes); it also features cabaret style songs by Tom Lehrer and original monologues written and performed by some of our young cast! These performances also include an Ohio premiere of a new musical (as part of the 10 minute musicals)! No microphones, no special lighting; just a simple set and fabulous talent! The performances will be January 9th (7pm) and 10th (2:30pm and 7pm) at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 317 E Libert St Medina, OH. Admission is $10 adults and $8 Seniors 65+ and children 18 and under. More information at www.bctohio.org<http://www.bctohio.org/>

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Seeking Stage Manager - Talespinner Children's Theatre
by A’Rhyan Samford 06 Jan '26

06 Jan '26

Talespinner Children's Theatre is seeking a STAGE MANAGER for its upcoming educational tour of Maddi's Fridge. Rehearsal Starts : 1/27 Tour Start Date : 3/9 Public Performance : 4/22-5/3 *** Daytime availability is preferred, however not a requirement *** To apply please reach out to arhyan(a)talespinnercle.org

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Dance Arts by Regina Hiring NOW for Winter/Spring Dance Classes and More!
by Dance Arts by Regina 06 Jan '26

06 Jan '26

Dance Arts by Regina, located in North Royalton and Tremont, is searching for candidates for immediate openings in the following areas: - OUTREACH INSTRUCTORS: Cleveland area. Background check required (paid for). Instructors must have experience teaching, a passion for connecting with and engaging diverse student populations, and strong background in hip hop and/or ballet. These are short 6-week engagements with the opportunity to add on to a new and first of its kind program!!!! - ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANTS: We are looking for administrative assistants at both physical studio locations to assist with enrollment and tuition payments, greeting families, organizational work, answering and returning phone calls, and more. The ideal candidate for this position would be someone interested in dance or fitness with good organizational and interpersonal skills. Both positions require late afternoon/early evening availability, but there is flexibility. Please send us your resume or reach out for more information about available positions. Email Regina at DanceArtsbyRegina(a)gmail.com Thank you! *Regina Pietraroia* *Artistic Director**, Dance Arts by Regina* *North Royalton: *10670 Royalton Road | N Royalton, OH 44133 | 440-230-9018 *Cleveland/Tremont: *2417 Professor Ave. | Cleveland, OH 44113 www.danceartsbyregina.com Facebook <http://www.facebook.com/danceartsbyregina> and Instagram <http://www.instagram.com/danceartsbyregina>

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Micro Theater CLE accepting submissions for "A Microdose of Love!"
by Mindy Herman 06 Jan '26

06 Jan '26

Micro Theater CLE is accepting submissions for "A Microdose of Love" on Friday, February 13th, 2026 at The Hermit Club in Playhouse Square. Presented by Arts in the Abbey, this iteration of Micro Theater CLE will feature short performances centered on the theme of love (we're talking partners, friends, canine companions - get creative!). The submission deadline is Wednesday, January 14, with creators notified by Monday, January 19. You don't need to have a fully-developed piece, just an idea. Click here for more information: https://www.microtheatercle.com/submissions At Micro Theater, we produce short performances that are staged simultaneously in different spaces throughout the same general area. Each show is performed a few times per night, so the audience can see a few short plays in an evening with time in between to chat over beers. The micro theater concept started in Madrid before launching in Miami and Buenos Aires, and in 2024 and 2025 we staged several Micro Theater events in and around Cleveland. We had a blast and we want to do it again! Traditional plays, experimental plays, dramas, comedies, physical theater, sketch, clown, burlesque, performance art, and immersive performance are all fair game. Performances should be 15-minutes or less. If you're excited about it, we'll try and make it work. We have experienced producers, directors, performers you can collaborate with, or you’re welcome to direct and cast the show on your own. And if you’re a director (or interested in trying out directing) and/or an actor and would be interested in being in someone else’s show, let us know! Please send any questions to info(a)microtheatercle.com. Micro Theater CLE is produced by Mindy Childress Herman, Samantha Cocco, and Jonathon Morgan. -- Mindy Childress Herman www.mindychildress.com www.artsintheabbey.com www.microtheatercle.com

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Asst. Professor of Theatre position at Ashland University
by Teresa Durbin-Ames 05 Jan '26

05 Jan '26

Ashland University, a primarily undergraduate institution, seeks applications for an Assistant Professor of Theatre, Non-Tenure Track, position in the Department of Music and Theatre to begin August 2026. A terminal degree in Theatre (MFA in Acting or Directing or PhD in Theatre) is required by the start date. The successful candidate will have teaching and directing experience. Primary responsibilities are directing one show each semester, teaching courses in the theatre minor and academic core, and serving as Artistic Director/Assistant Department Chair. Specific courses could include: Theatre Aesthetics, Script Analysis, American Musical Theatre, Acting for Non-Majors. Production responsibilities include: selecting season, hiring guest designers and directors as needed (especially lights, sound, set, costumes, technical director), managing production budget, interfacing with the ticketing system, securing rights, scripts, etc. Applicants should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts (undergraduate and graduate), and contact information for three references to: https://jobs.ashland.edu/postings/7975 Questions can be directed to Dr. Rowland Blackley, Chair, Department of Music and Theatre by email (rblackle(a)ashland.edu) Completed applications will be reviewed as they are received. [Ashland University seal] Teresa Durbin-Ames Associate Professor of Theatre/Artistic Director Theatre | 235 Center for the Arts (w) 419-289-5821 tdurbin(a)ashland.edu

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MALE AUDITIONS for CLUE: On Stage at Magnificat High School
by Jill Haller 05 Jan '26

05 Jan '26

Magnificat High School is seeking high school BOYS for auditions for CLUE: On Stage (High School Edition). Audition date is January 13, 2026. Performance dates are April 17-19, 2026. *The link for full audition information is here. <https://drive.google.com/file/d/1m9ws_-Sv5uX_rAO1NOaTiySFJ7ffZ_6c/view?usp=…>* Please contact Jill Haller, Director of Performing Arts, at jhaller(a)maghs.org for any questions or further production information. *Women of Faith Who Learn, Lead, and Serve* Jill Haller| Director of Performing Arts 20770 Hilliard Blvd. | Rocky River, OH 44116 School: 440.331.1572 x <440.331.1572%20x256>240 | Fax: 440.331.7257 *"He has made everything beautiful in its time. He has also set eternity in the human heart; yet no one can fathom what God has done from beginning to end**."* - Ecclesiastes 3:13

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BROADWAY SESSIONS: Broadway's Leading Men - January 24th at Stocker Arts Center
by Maria Maggard 05 Jan '26

05 Jan '26

Next up in Stocker Arts Center's Broadway Sessions... *Broadway's Leading Men* Saturday, January 24th 7:30 pm / Cirigliano Studio Theatre Six of Northeast Ohio’s male performers come together for one night only to pay tribute to musical theatre’s leading male characters, the actors who portrayed them, and the songs that have defined Broadway for decades. From classics like “Guys and Dolls” and “West Side Story” to contemporaries like “The Book of Mormon” and “Hamilton,” this “Brotherhood of Man” will deliver an evening of heartbreak, laughter, and vocal talent! Created and directed by Joanna May Cullinan Music Direction by Anthony Trifiletti Cast includes Douglas F. Bailey II, Andrew Cruse, Matt Gittins, Joshua McElroy, Shane O’Neill, Geoff Short Performed in the intimate Cirigliano Studio Theatre at Stocker Arts Center 1005 Abbe Rd N, Elyria, OH 44035 (on the campus of Lorain County Community College) Free on-site parking! $20 General Admission tickets. Discounts available for Students, Military, and LCCC Faculty Note that ticket prices for this event increase by $2 if purchased on the day of the event Purchase tickets in-person, online at StockerArtsCenter.com or Call the Box Office at 440-366-4040 Box office hours are Monday - Friday 10 am-5 pm (closed daily lunch 1:30 pm - 2:00 pm), open 60 minutes prior to ticketed events and 30 minutes following the event start time

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Cleveland Public Theatre's Presents 20+ Theatrical and Immersive Pieces in SoftLaunch 2026 Next Week!
by Kim Furganson 05 Jan '26

05 Jan '26

cleveland PUBLIC theatre Presents SoftLaunch<https://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2025-2026/softlaunch-2026/> January 15 through January 17, 2026 Click here<https://vimeo.com/1060654900?share=copy&fl=cl&fe=ci> for a look at SoftLaunch 2025. Cleveland Public Theatre (CPT) presents the sophomore year of SoftLaunch<https://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2025-2026/softlaunch-2026/>, its most experimental artistic development program to date. Join us for this groundbreaking festival that seeks to reinvent what theatre and art can be. Patrons get to be part of the art as they immerse themselves in installations and intimate performances. These works burst beyond CPT's theatres into lobbies, hallways, and other unconventional areas. Pieces exist in various stages of development, giving the audience a crucial role in the creative process. The event will feature 20+ experimental performances and visual art installations ranging in level of completion. Participating creators include the following: Raymond Bobgan, Day Ash, Sherrine Azab, Sierra Delaine, Monique Donesia, Ryan William Downey, Aja Joi Grant, Clifton Holznagel, Carol Laursen & Emily Liptow, Sullivan Ratcliff, Cassandra Ziemer and Erin Zoretich, Nick Eaton, Zelda Thayer-Hansen, Ramon Rivas II, Gwydion Suilebhan, Denmo Ibrahim & Lila Rachel Becker, Martinique Mims, Naomi Lord, Diana Sette, Anastasía Urozhaeva, Selena Awesome Vicarío, Jimmie Woody Ticket And Show Information (Recommended) VIP Pass for $50-Ensures you get a chance to see all 20+ performances/installations by attending all three days as it's nearly impossible to take in everything in one. The pass also includes a complimentary beverage. Thurs., Jan. 15-$20 Fri., Jan. 16 and Sat., Jan. 17-$30 (General Admission), $20 (Students/Seniors) To continue to make theatre financially accessible, there will be a limited number of public rush GA tickets for $10 and $1 available each day while supplies last. VIP Pass and tickets for the event can be purchased at www.cptonline.org<http://www.cptonline.org> or 216.631.2727 with no handling fees. [Icon Description automatically generated]Most of the performance spaces are ADA-compliant, and there are also a patron elevator and gender-neutral, wheelchair accessible restrooms.

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Free Stage Prop- Bar with Locking Wheels
by Jill Miranda 05 Jan '26

05 Jan '26

Our theater in Lakewood has run out of room to store this bar. About 6 ft. long, and about 3.5 ft. high, has locking wheels. Can support the weight of 2 adults sitting on it. Used in multiple productions so there are some slight cosmetic blemishes but looks great onstage and is really sturdy. If you can move it, it's yours. Jill Miranda Padre Pio Academy Theater Program jmiranda(a)pioacademy.org

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