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BlueWater Chamber Orchestra in Concert May 2 and May 3
by Gayle Getts 23 Apr '26

23 Apr '26

SOPRANOMIDORI MARSH TO PERFORM WITHBLUEWATER CHAMBER ORCHESTRA MAY2 AT CHURCH OF THE COVENANT BlueWater Chamber Orchestra, underthe baton of Artistic Director Daniel Meyer, concludes its 16th season on Saturday,May 2, 2026, at 7:30 pm at the Church of the Covenant, 11205 Euclid Avenue,Cleveland. The concert, titled Rustic Reverie, features soprano MidoriMarsh performing Canteloube’s Songs of the Auvergne. Also included on the program are Moore’s FarmJournal and Haydn’s Symphony No. 99 in E-flat Major. The concertwill be repeated on Sunday, May 3, at 3:00 pm in the Morely Music Hall of LakeErie College, 391 W. Washington Street, Painesville. Sunday's concert has a freewill offering. Namedone of CBC Music’s "30under 30" Hot Canadian Classical Musicians, American-Canadian soprano Midori Marsh isquickly establishing herself as a “polished and poised performer” with a “trulygorgeous, expressive sound” (OperaRamblings). She is currently touring with the national production of "Phantom of the Opera." Ticketsfor the Saturday concert are Pay-What-You-Wish and can be ordered at bluewaterorchestra.comor by calling 440-781-6215. They may also be purchased at the door. For the2025-26 Season, BlueWater is supported by grants from the Paul M. AngellFoundation, John P. Murphy Foundation, Kulas Foundation, Ohio Arts Council, andCuyahoga Arts and Culture, and WWMR Foundation.

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Nat'l Tour Auditions for Velveteen, Playhouse Square
by Education Auditions 23 Apr '26

23 Apr '26

Announcing Auditions for the National Tour of... VELVETEEN, A NEW MUSICAL Music and Lyrics by Molly Andrews-Hinders Director: Joanna May Cullinan Assistant Director: Ananias J. Dixon Choreographer: Jailyn Harris Tour dates: October 2-December 12, 2026 This is a paid position for Non-Equity Actors 18+. AUDITION DATE: Monday, May 4th - 7:00pm - 10:00pm CALLBACKS (by invitation): Thursday, May 7th - 6:00pm - 10:00pm Friday, May 8th - 6:00pm - 9:00pm Callbacks will include singing, dancing, scene work, and ensemble-building activities. Please plan to attend both nights of callbacks. FOR INITIAL AUDITIONS: All actors must prepare a 32-bar song cut from the modern musical theater cannon. Please bring sheet music in the correct key. An accompanist will be provided. To receive an audition slot, please send an email to eduauditions(a)playhousesquare.org to state your interest. This email should include your headshot and resume. After you submit your interest, you will then receive a specific audition time and validation for parking downtown with instructions on where to park and how to enter the Playhouse Square complex. REHEARSAL/PRE-TOUR DATES: Actors must be available for ALL rehearsal and performance times. All rehearsals are scheduled 10a - 5p unless otherwise noted: Tue, 9/8 - Sat, 9/12 Mon, 9/14 - Sat, 9/19 Mon, 9/21- Thu, 9/24 Fri, 9/25 - 10a student matinee public performance at Lorain Cuyahoga Community College Sat, 9/26 - 2p & 7:30p public performances at Lorain Cuyahoga Community College Sun, 9/27 - Load-out for tour TOUR PERFORMANCES This is a ten-week tour, with a break in Cleveland during the week of Thanksgiving. Tour dates are still being finalized. For the first leg of the tour, we will depart on Fri,10/2. The second leg of the tour will commence on Fri,11/27 and return Sat,12/12. PLEASE NOTE: Company will travel as a group by van and box truck to tour locations. Select company members may be asked to assist with driving the van and/or truck. All individuals will be required to undergo a background check, including a review of driving records. Company members will participate in load-in and load-out at tour venues, assisting with the transport of scenic elements, costumes, and other production-related materials. Some company members will be asked to understudy additional roles, details of which will be provided during callbacks. Pay includes a stipend and per-diem for the tour. Tour lodging is included. Applicants must be available to participate in the full rehearsal period and tour for consideration. College students in a local theatre or musical theatre program, must secure faculty permission to audition for this project prior to submitting audition materials. A non-traveling swing is also being considered, to be flown out as needed and will receive a rehearsal stipend and additional retainer for the length of the tour. CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS - All roles are open: inclusive of all gender, race and ability. All characters are part of the greater Ensemble and act as part of the whole. All actors support Ensemble Singing, Blocking and Shifting of our world. All actors must be strong movers, improvisers and singers. We are looking for 6 actors to fulfill the following roles: LULU - Soprano - Strong Belt Needed * Lulu - Energetic, loving 9-year-old struggling to get through school and dealing with grief. Recently moved in with Gran. Funny, inquisitive and trying to find their way. GRAN / CLOVER - Mezzo - Strong Belt Needed * Gran - Lulu's Grandmother. The narrator of our story. Warm, compassionate, and doing their best to support Lulu. * Clover - A wise rocking horse that has always lived in the nursery. Centered and warm with a sparkle in their eye. SOPHIA / WHISK - Alto * Sophia - A flashy AI toy with lots of capability - and insecurity. A bully in the nursery * Whisk - Youngest sibling of the Bunny Family. Absentminded, curious and goofy. VELVETEEN - Tenor - Strong Belt Needed * The hero of our story. A new toy to the nursery and a new friend to Lulu. Velveteen knows there is more to life but is unsure how to get there. Warm, joyous and longing to be "real". TY / POPPY - Tenor * TY - A showy crocodile with a lot to prove. An old toy of Lulu's. Over-the-top, skeptical, and a bully in the nursery. * Poppy - Second oldest sibling of the Bunny Family. Curious, playful, and kind. A keeper of the family's history. LIONEL / GREG - Baritone * Lionel - A strict, by the book, military Lion. An old toy of Lulu's. Loud, abrasive and full of hot air. * Greg - Oldest sibling of the Bunny Family. Mischievous, fun, but looks out for the younger siblings. SWING * Specific tracks will be determined at casting

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Electronic Press Kit Workshop for Musicians
by Arleigh Savage 23 Apr '26

23 Apr '26

Join Heights Arts and industry leaders, Amber Rogers and Gabe Pollack, on Sunday, May 3 (10:30am-12:00) for an EPK Workshop. In this session, you’ll draft your core EPK materials and gain access to a local "resource map" of accessible recording and media spaces here in Cleveland. You’ll leave with the words to represent your work and the directions to the tools you need to finish the job. Attendance is free, but registration is required. REGISTRATION: https://www.heightsarts.org/event/50119/ -- *Programs and Events Manager* -- * <https://ci4.googleusercontent.com/proxy/-1rVr3zNNYn4EWqoozNAPs8lJBl1KeQUswo…>****Connecting arts and community since 2000***2175 Lee Road, Cleveland Heights, Ohio 44118 | 216-371-3457 | heightsarts.org <http://www.heightsarts.org>

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Coming-of-Age Short FIlm Cast Call
by Executive Director 22 Apr '26

22 Apr '26

*** UPDATED 20apr26 This non-union, paid, short film is a pilot for a coming-of-age, urban/rural, episodic drama inspired by true events. In addition to performance duties, cast will be expected to participate in one (1) recorded interview. Cast will be STRONGLY considered for subsequent episodic series. *ROLES:* *Abigail Askance (Older Ruth)*: older (50+), white, female. Hard life, A bit more polished than her younger self (below), committed to her horses. *Abigail Askance* (Younger Ruth): (30s), white female. Hard life, no filter, committed to her horses. *Terrence Williams* (Lawrence): teenager (15+), African American male. Confident, directionless, could save the world or destroy his community. *Gloria Williams* (Law’s GM): (55+), black/mixed female. Seasoned, gentle, but no-pushover. *Abigail Hampshire* (School Counselor): (35+), any ethnicity/culture/race, female. Seasoned, gentle, but no-pushover. *Maria Solano* (Lawrence’s GF): teenager (15+), Multiracial/ethnic, female. Urban-raised, career-focused, loyal. *Chance Johnson* (GL): teenager (15+), Black, male. Gang Leader. Urban-raised, tough, but fair, balanced, and judicial, loyal. *Marcel Thompson* (AGL): teenager (15+), male or female. Gang Second-in-Command. Martial arts or boxing background is preferred. *ROLE FILLED** Salvador Molinaro* (Gino): older (60+), Italian man. “retired” mob man. Keeping a low profile, but still in charge. *Gang Members* (6): teenagers (14-17), all ethnicities/cultures/races. This shoot will take place in various locations in Northeast Ohio. No nudity or intimate physical contact. For some cast possible close proximity with horses. Shoot date: Late Summer/Early Fall 2026 (TBD) Shoot location: Indoors/Outdoors, Northeast Ohio. Craft Services: Yes Compensation Package: This is a nominally compensated, non-union shoot. Actors may be incorporated into subsequent feature film project. Submissions (link to reel and your interest in this project) can be emailed to: madvistaproductions(a)gmail.com. *Jefferson Jones* Executive Director MAD Vista Productions www.madvista.com

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Silhouette Productions
by Mirabile 22 Apr '26

22 Apr '26

We are currently seeking a Musical Director for our upcoming production of Cinderella The show dates are the two weekends Friday,Saturday and Sunday of October 16 and October 23 at the Shore Cultural Centre. Rehearsal days are scheduled at your conveniences Monday thru Thursday 6:30-9:00, no weekends unless you feel a Saturday afternoon is needed. A stipend is available For more information or to express interest, please contact cmirbs(a)gmail.com 216-219-3630 *Charlotte Mirabile*

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Tickets on Sale Now for THE BOOK CLUB PLAY, presented by Seat of the Pants
by Craig Joseph 22 Apr '26

22 Apr '26

Tickets are now on sale for the hit comedy, THE BOOK CLUB PLAY, being produced by Seat of the Pants and running May 15-31 at Pilgrim United Church of Christ in the Tremont neighborhood of Cleveland. Loads of laughter and literature collide in this smart comedy about books and the people who love them. Ana is a Type A personality who lives in a letter-perfect world with an adoring husband, the perfect job, and her greatest passion: Book Club. But when her cherished group becomes the focus of a documentary film, their intimate discussions about life and literature take a turn for the hilarious in front of the inescapable camera lens. The Book Club Play is a delightful play about life, love, literature, and the side-splitting results when friends start reading between the lines. Directed by Chris Bohan, produced by Sam Landgraf, and stage managed by Jill England, with costume design by Cristine Patrick, lighting design by Josy Jones, sound design by Maggie Hamilton, props design by Mia Jones, and intimacy direction by Julia Fisher (assisted by Lana Sugarman.) Starring Michael Glavan*, Natalie Green*, Kyle Huff, Alex Minyard, Ricky Quintana, and Kadijah Wingo. (*denotes member of Actors’ Equity) Content Advisory: mild profanity, mild sexual innuendo, comic conversations about sex, race, and sexual identity *Tickets range from $20-$32 and can be purchased at TheBookClubPlaySOTP.eventbrite.com <http://TheBookClubPlaySOTP.eventbrite.com>. Use the code INDUSTRY to take $3 off every ticket purchased between now and 11:59 PM on Sunday, May 3rd.*

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Seeking Frozen Jr costumes and sets
by Cindy Telasa 22 Apr '26

22 Apr '26

Hello, We are producing Frozen Jr this summer in July and are looking for any props, costumes or set pieces anyone would be willing to donate, let us borrow or rent! Please reply to this email. Thank you!

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La Fleur de la Renaissance
by Kira McGirr 22 Apr '26

22 Apr '26

The Cleveland Chamber Choir finishes their season on May 8 & 9 with "La Fleur de la Renaissance," a program of rich, resplendent polyphony from Renaissance France. The concert is shaped around a pastiche mass built from several L’Homme armé settings, interwoven with chansons and motets by Josquin des Prez, Clément Janequin, Jan Pieterszoon Sweelinck, and others. These towering figures shaped the soundscape of the 15th and early 16th centuries—Josquin, hailed as the “master of the notes,” transformed vocal expression with emotional depth and technical brilliance. Janequin was famous for his descriptive programmatic chansons, with vivid vocal pieces mimicking sounds like birds, street cries, and battles. Sweelinck was known as the “Orpheus of Amsterdam,” bridging Renaissance and Baroque music. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to hear their sublime compositions brought to life—an evening of exquisite harmony, historic beauty, and musical flowering. Charles Edward McGuire, PhD, from Oberlin College & Conservatory, will present a pre-concert talk 45 minutes prior to each performance. Reserve Your FREE Tickets at clevelandchamberchoir.org Friday, May 8, 7:30pm, Trinity Cathedral, Cleveland Saturday, May 9, 7:30pm, First Lutheran Church, Lorain Inspired by the Center for Arts-Inspired Learning’s mission of nurturing the creative spark in youth across the NEOhio region, the choir will direct a portion of the pay what you wish ticket donations to them, as their charitable partner for this concert. The choir is grateful for the grant support provided by the Cleveland Foundation, Cuyahoga Arts & Culture, The George Gund Foundation, The Louise H. and David S. Ingalls Foundation and the Ohio Arts Council, and support by Trinity Cathedral as named Artist in Residence.

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TODAY AND TOMORROW: AUDITIONS FOR PETER PAN AND DRACULA
by Cameron Zona 22 Apr '26

22 Apr '26

Audition Notice for PETER PAN: A RADIO PLAY and DRACULA at Gates Mills Players AUDITIONS will be held in the basement at 1460 Chagrin River Road in Gates Mills at 6PM on April 22nd & 23rd. If necessary, callbacks will be held on April 26th at 5PM. No appointments are required for auditions. Please arrive a few minutes early on your audition day prepared to read selections from the script. Individuals may audition for either one or both productions. Bring a list of conflicts between June 15th and July 19th for Peter Pan and/or conflicts between September 8th and November 7th for Dracula as well as a headshot and resume, if you have one. PETER PAN: Based on the acclaimed classic novel Peter Pan, written by J. M. Barrie, this production will be performed in July at Gates Mills Players in the style of a 1940s radio play. Actors will be seated on stage and sound effects will be produced live during the show using props! The show will also feature “advertisements” for 1940s products and services, read by the actors. DRACULA: Based on the gothic horror novel of the same name and adapted by local playwright Joe Pine, Dracula will be a fully staged production (including a special Halloween performance!), come and be a part of this chilling story–if you dare! PERFORMANCES: - Peter Pan: July 17th and 18th at 7PM, July 19th at 2PM - Dracula: October 30th, 31st, November 6th, and 7th at 7PM, November 1st at 2PM REHEARSALS: - Peter Pan: Beginning approximately June 22nd, typically 3 rehearsals/week - Dracula: Beginning approximately September 8th, typically 4-5 rehearsals/week Please contact the director, Cameron Zona, with any questions at cameronzona(a)gmail.com CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS: PETER PAN: Radio Characters (Trans-Atlantic Dialects Preferred) Announcer - Radio Announcer, SFX specialist. ANY AGE/GENDER. Wilson - Radio Host, SFX specialist. ANY AGE/GENDER. Peter Pan Cast (British Dialects Preferred) Peter Pan - The boy who never grew up. Child-20s, ANY GENDER. Wendy Darling - Imaginative, mature, young woman. Child-20s, FEMALE. John Darling - Wendy’s brother, 10 years old. Child-20s, MALE. Michael Darling - Wendy’s brother, 8 years old. Child-20s, MALE. Tinker Bell / Jane - A fairy / Wendy’s daughter. Child-20s, FEMALE. Mrs. Darling / Never Bird - A loving mother / A very loud bird. 30s-40s, FEMALE. Mr. Darling / Captain Hook - A loving father / A dastardly pirate. 30s-40s, MALE. Smee - A somewhat dim first mate. ANY AGE/GENDER Starkey / Slightly - This actor will play both a Lost Boy and a Pirate. ANY AGE/GENDER. Cecco / Curly - This actor will play both a Lost Boy and a Pirate. ANY AGE/GENDER. Bill Jukes / Nibs - This actor will play both a Lost Boy and a Pirate. ANY AGE/GENDER. Tootles - Lost Boy. ANY AGE/GENDER. DRACULA: Dracula - 20s-40s, MALE. Jonathan Harker - 20s-30s, MALE. Mina Harker/ Passenger 2/ Vampire 3 - 20s-30s, FEMALE. Jack Seward/ Passenger 1 - ANY AGE/GENDER. Abraham Van Helsing - 50+, ANY GENDER. Arthur Holmwood/Driver - 20s-30s, MALE. Quincey Morris - 20s-30s, MALE. Renfield/Vampire 1 - 20s-40s, ANY GENDER. Lucy Westenra/ Vampire 2 - 20s-30s, FEMALE. The gender and age ranges on this audition notice are to be used as a general guide; the director is open to non-traditional casting.

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Women-Led "Journey's End" -- CRY HAVOC Opens in 1 Month
by Braelin Andrzejewski 22 Apr '26

22 Apr '26

The Western Reserve Playhouse Presents CRY HAVOC Written by Allan R. Kenward Directed by Abbey Marshall May 22 - 31 Friday’s & Saturday’s at 8:00pm Sunday’s at 2:00pm Hailed as a female Journey’s End, this classic play – the story of nurses serving on the Bataan peninsula in the Philippines during WWII – is a compelling, caustic revelation of human beings under fire. In a makeshift dugout, subjected to gunfire, thirteen very different women emerge to offer a collective reaction to war. These include the strong-minded doctor, her restrained and poised assistant, and the volunteer nurses: a vacuous Southern girl, a swaggering bully, a couple of timid aesthetes, an ex-burlesque performer and the inevitable spy. They get on each other’s nerves, arrest the wrong person for spying, and ultimately confront the real traitor. In the end, they are rescued from their buried dugout – only to face the firing squad. RATED: PG-13 GENRE: Political war drama, play Purchase Tickets: $25 <https://www.thewrp.org/mainstageseason/cryhavoc?neohiopal>Become a Member: $10/month <https://www.thewrp.org/season> More information is available on our website. <https://www.thewrp.org/mainstageseason/cryhavoc?neohiopal> Western Reserve Playhouse is an award-winning theatre of Summit County; housed in a Historic Barn of Ohio. 3326 Everett Rd Richfield, OH 44286 -- 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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