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Vanities at Twin Masks opens May 1!!
by Claudia Lillibridge 22 Apr '26

22 Apr '26

Twin Masks Performing Arts Center (TMPAC), located at 9076 Church Street, Suites 2 and 3, is proud to announce its second show of the season, Vanities, written by Jack Heifner and directed by Kate Tonti, opening Friday, May 1, 8pm Remaining performances (8pm) are: Saturday, May 2 Friday, May 8 Saturday, May 9 Friday, May 15 Saturday, May 16 Adult tickets are $15 and Senior/Student tickets are $10. As we are an intimate 50-seat theatre we strongly recommend purchase of tickets online at www.twinmasks.org. You can also contact our Box Office at 330 888 3211. Tickets are also available at the door. SUMMARY: This bittersweet comedy is an astute snapshot-smart chronicle of the lives of three Texas girls. In 1963, Joanne, Kathy, and Mary are aggressively vivacious cheerleaders. Five years later in their college sorority house, they are confronting their futures with nervous jauntiness. In 1974, they reunite briefly in New York. Their lives have diverged and their friendship, which once thrive on assumptions as well-coordinated as sweater sets, is strained and ambiguous. Old-time banter rings falls. Their attempts at on this conversation only show they can no longer afford to have very much in common. Rights secured via Concord Theatricals.

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clothing & books swap THIS FRIDAY
by Selena Awesome 22 Apr '26

22 Apr '26

THIS FRIDAY Swap don’t shop! Friday. April 24 2026 from 6pm-8pm At Story Church** 9900 Madison Avenue Cleveland, OH 44102 Bring any unwanted gently used books, clothes, costumes, accessories, bags, shoes to the swap. Take home new-to-you treasures. All sizes/ages/gender materials are accepted. A great way to find costume items, outfits for interviews/headshots, and new styles. Take what you want from what others have donated. Join the fun! ***This is a SECULAR/non-religious event. Story church was kind enough to lend us their space for the swap and we appreciate them. We’d love for you to come hang out with us! Free to participate! Come for the clothes, stay for the fun vibes 😎! Note: all are free to participate. You do not have to bring anything, you are welcome to take what you want. The space is wheelchair accessible. There is ample seating and restrooms onsite. you do not have to register to attend. (Llámanos si necesitas ayuda.) Call us if you need assistance 📲📞216-369-9393 📧 peterrabbitproject(a)proton.me Peterrabbitproject(a)gmail.com Selena Awesome Vicarío (She/they)

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Saint Ignatius Flag Corps Coach
by Dan Hamlin 21 Apr '26

21 Apr '26

Saint Ignatius High School is actively looking for our next Flag Corps Coach for 2026/2027. This is a supplemental position that works with our Marching Band throughout the Summer/Fall. Prior experience with Color Guard/Flags/Dance is a noted bonus, but not necessarily a requirement. Any interested candidates are encouraged to either reach out to Dan Hamlin (dhamlin(a)ignatius.edu) and/or apply online at https://www.applitrack.com/IgnatiusOH/onlineapp/JobPostings/view.asp?FromAd… *Dan Hamlin, M.M.Ed* *Director of Instrumental Music* P: 216.634.8829 dhamlin(a)ignatius.edu @IgnatiusBand <https://twitter.com/IgnatiusBand> www.ignatius.edu <http://www.ignatius.edu/band> Saint Ignatius High School 1911 West 30th Street Cleveland, Ohio 44113

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Parma Symphony May 3, 2026
by John Roberts 21 Apr '26

21 Apr '26

The Parma Symphony Final concert of the season will be on May 3, 2006 at 3:00 pm in the Valley Forge High School auditorium. Tickets may be purchased in advance at the orchestra website at : parmasymphony.org We are anticipating a large crowd and recommend that you come ear;y to get a good parking space and not have to walk from the gym parking lot. Please tell your friends, neighbors and email contacts. You can read Hristo Popov's extensive biography on our website. He is fabulous and you will enjoy not only his performance but also Gershwin and Grofe. Thank you in advance for your support of Dr. Laycock and the entire Parma Symphony Orchestra. Hope to see you in the lobby. Jack Roberts - Program Coordinator

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250th Anniversary Choral Concert Featuring an Original Composition by Paul Ferguson
by Neil Thackaberry 21 Apr '26

21 Apr '26

Chorus Performs World Premiere to Mark America’s 250th Anniversary April 26 Concert Celebrates Liberty, Equality, Justice, and Hope Brecksville-Broadview Heights — March 31, 2026 — Be among the first to hear a moving new work about democracy when the Brecksville-Broadview Heights Community Chorus presents “The Spirit of Freedom” at 4 p.m. on Sunday, April 26, at the Brecksville-Broadview Heights Middle School Auditorium. Tickets are available online and at the door ($10 general admission, $30 VIP reserved seating). The location is handicap-accessible and has free parking. The program travels through 250 years of U.S. history through songs that tell the story of our nation’s founding principles and highest aspirations, highlighted by the premiere of a new composition commissioned by the Chorus. “A Declaration . . . If You Can Keep It” was composed by Paul Ferguson, Artistic Director of the Cleveland Jazz Orchestra and Director of Jazz Studies at Case Western Reserve University especially for the Chorus, with support from Cuyahoga Arts & Culture. The four-part work incorporates the words of Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln, Frederick Douglass, and Martin Luther King Jr. The Chorus will be accompanied by professional musicians. “This suite reflects the Declaration of Independence as a living document as interpreted from various perspectives throughout American history,” Ferguson said. Artistic Director Brian Suntken said, “This concert is a milestone for our chorus, which continues to grow in musical talent and sophistication. We look forward to sharing this celebration with our audience.” The program also includes well-known folk songs, popular tunes, and patriotic anthems. The well-regarded Brecksville-Broadview Heights Chorus, founded in 1991, includes singers from throughout Northeast Ohio. For more information, visit bbhcommchorus.org or Facebook. ### Media contact: Pat Thomas / pathomas07(a)roadrunner.com or 561-307-3120 Brecksville-Broadview Heights Community Chorus Concert: “The Spirit of Freedom” Date and time: 4 p.m. Sunday, April 26, 2026 Tickets: $10 general admission. Available online and at the door. Location: Brecksville-Broadview Heights Middle School Auditorium, 6376 Mill Road, Broadview Heights, Ohio More information: bbhcommchorus.org. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. 2 ### More about Paul Ferguson Well-known throughout Northeast Ohio and beyond, Paul Ferguson has been director of Jazz Studies at Case Western Reserve University since 1988. A graduate of the University of Akron and the Eastman School of Music, Paul has traveled with the Tommy Dorsey and Glenn Miller bands as lead trombonist and arranger and currently fills those functions with the Cleveland Jazz Orchestra. He was principal trombonist of the Canton Symphony from 1989-98 and has performed with the Cleveland Orchestra, Cleveland Opera, the Ohio Chamber Orchestra, Apollos’ Fire, the Cleveland Chamber Brass, the New Hampshire Festival Orchestra and others. In 1995, Paul was the recipient of the Gil Evans Fellowship in Jazz Composition. He has two recordings – “Blue Highways,” recorded with the RIAS Big Band of Berlin, and “Friends,” recorded with his own orchestra. ### More about Brian Suntken Now in his first full year as Artistic Director, Brian is a graduate of the Manhattan School of Music in New York City, and holds a certificate from the Ecole Normale de Musique, Paris, France; and a Master of Divinity degree from The General Theological Seminary in New York. For nine years, Brian produced a television series, Music from the Buckeye State, for Hudson Community Television. From 2007-2013, Brian taught at Tri-C Community College, Cleveland, in its Encore Series, on opera and classical music. He was lecturer for seven seasons with Opera Carolina in Charlotte. ### More about the Brecksville-Broadview Heights Community Chorus Founded more than 35 years ago, the Chorus draws singers from throughout Northeast Ohio. As a not-for-profit community chorus, its mission is to provide singers the opportunity to experience high-quality choral music and to share that love of music with others through outreach, education, and performance events. To learn more, support the chorus, or join us, go to www. bbcommchorus.org.

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Advanced Ballet Instructors Needed! Wayne Center for the Arts
by Brittany Kranstuber 21 Apr '26

21 Apr '26

Ballet Instructor (Intermediate–Advanced & Pointe) Independent Contractor (1099) Location: Wooster, Ohio | Wayne Center for the Arts Ballet Company https://wayneartscenter.org/ WCA Ballet Company is seeking a skilled and dedicated Ballet Instructor to teach intermediate–advanced technique and pointe within our growing pre-professional training program and adult ballet division. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a structured, technique-driven program that prioritizes both artistic development and technical excellence. About the Program WCA Ballet Company provides a pre-professional track for serious dancers alongside a high-quality adult ballet program. Training emphasizes: - Classical technique and proper alignment - Strength, musicality, and artistry - Progressive and safe pointe development - Performance opportunities, including full-scale productions Responsibilities - Teach intermediate and advanced ballet technique classes - Instruct and supervise pointe classes with a strong focus on safety and progression - Deliver structured lessons aligned with program curriculum and training goals - Provide clear corrections and individualized feedback - Support choreography and performance preparation as needed - Maintain a focused, disciplined, and positive classroom environment - Collaborate with artistic staff and program leadership Qualifications - Strong foundation in classical ballet training (required) - Experience teaching intermediate to advanced levels and pointe - Thorough understanding of pointe readiness, alignment, and injury prevention - Prior teaching and/or professional performance experience preferred - Strong classroom management and communication skills - Commitment to maintaining high standards while supporting student growth Position Details - Type: Independent Contractor (1099) - Schedule: Part-time; based on program needs (evenings and/or weekends likely) - Compensation: Competitive, based on experience - Location: In-person at Wayne Center for the Arts, Wooster, Ohio Ideal Candidate - Invested in pre-professional ballet training - Confident in teaching pointe safely and effectively - Professional, reliable, and collaborative - Interested in working with both youth pre-professional dancers and adult students How to Apply Please submit the following materials to Brittany Kranstuber, Dance Coordinator and Artistic Director, at Brittany(a)wayneartscenter.org: - Resume (training, teaching, and/or performance experience) - Brief teaching philosophy - Optional: video of teaching or choreography

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Staged Reading @ Makeshift Theatre on Friday May 1st 7pm
by Dylan Todd Brown 21 Apr '26

21 Apr '26

One Night Only! Join us at Makeshift Theatre on Friday May 1st at 7pm for a staged reading of a new play, *Every Day is Someone New* by Dylan Todd Brown. *Every Day is Someone New* follows Mrs.Calhoun, a nurse struggling with the recent loss of her husband, and four residents of a retirement home as they try to maintain their independence, deal with the realities of aging, and face their mortality. There will be a talkback with the cast after the reading where audience members can ask questions, give feedback, and help the playwright as they continue the development of the script. The reading is free, but tickets can be reserved here: https://makeshift.booktix.com/dept/main/e/EDISN Makeshift Theatre Address: 732 W Exchange Street, Akron, OH 44302 Come out and enjoy a reading by an incredible cast: Mrs.Calhoun - Tara Corkery Oscar - Lou Will Mary - Lynna Metrisin Virgil - Bob Kenderes Josie - Karoline Kramer Nurse Jeffersee/Cheryl Calhoun/Jesse Washburn - Ximena Castro Ayala Nurse Burns/Johnny/Mr.Stokes - Matthew Wilks Stage Directions - Kyle Embry Any questions, comments, or concerns can be forwarded to dylantoddbrown(a)gmail.com

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LOUDER THAN WORDS opens at Starcatcher Theater Friday, April 24th
by Christian Andrews 21 Apr '26

21 Apr '26

Only a few days left till the opening of the World Premiere workshop of: LOUDER THAN WORDS: A NEW MUSICAL For the first time ever, audiences will have the chance to experience this award-winning show in its entirety. Written by Christian Andrews <https://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Christian-Andrews/> and Hannah Stephens, Louder Than Words centers around a girl named Violet, living with trauma induced mutism, as she navigates high school and mounting pressure from her parents. With the guidance of her imaginary friend Stella and her hard-of-hearing classmate Jamie, Violet confronts her anxiety and embraces her unique form of communication. In April 2022, audiences were on the edge of their seats to find out what happens next, and now it is finally time. This reimagining of Louder Than Words features new music by composer, Noah Ryan Lewis <https://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Ryan-Lewis/>, and returning classics from Hope Kennedy and Emily Dezort. *GET YOUR TICKETS HERE: https://www.showpass.com/louder-than-words/ <https://www.showpass.com/louder-than-words/>* *DATES:* FRIDAY, April 24th & SATURDAY, April 25th at 7:30pm SUNDAY, April 26th at 5:00pm Check out Starcatcher Theater at 140 E Market St, Akron OH. 44308. Can’t make it in person? Tickets are available for live-stream at check out. You won’t want to miss this. Best, Christian Andrews Director [image: photo-logo] Christian A. Andrews Lead Creative | Director *Louder Than Words: A New Musical* p: (330) 936-2026 e: christian.ab.andrews(a)gmail.com w: *www.christianandrews.me <http://www.christianandrews.me>*

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Last Chance to Experience the Hit 80s-Styled Tartuffe at Cleveland Play House
by Geoff Short 21 Apr '26

21 Apr '26

It’s your final week to catch the comedy sensation everyone’s talking about! Tartuffe This hilarious Cleveland Play House 80s‑styled romp has been lighting up the Outcalt Theatre! But it’s only on stage until April 26, and tickets are flying faster than a cassette tape in a boombox! Audiences and critics alike have been raving: “Brilliant [and] clever! An entertaining, engaging reimagining that feels both classic and contemporary at the same time.” – Cleveland.com “Sheer poetry! If you are a fan of…comic farce, this is your show to love.” – Mark Horning “Hilarious! A clever 80s sitcom twist that modern audinces will find wholly accessible and entirely enjoyable.” – Cleveland Scene “A lot of fun! A bit of laughter goes a long way [in this] lively, engaging production.” – Cool Cleveland (CLEVELAND, OH) – Cleveland Play House (CPH) brings a riotous burst of neon nostalgia to the Outcalt Theatre with Tartuffe, Molière’s classic con-man comedy of hypocrisy and deception—reimagined with a full‑tilt 1980s sitcom twist! Directed by Jason O’Connell and featuring a fresh, fast‑moving translation by Ranjit Bolt, Tartuffe runs April 5 through April 26, 2026. ABOUT THE PLAY Get ready for a laugh-out-loud night of theatre! When the head of the household falls hook, line, and halo for a smooth-talking con artist, the rest of the family can only watch in disbelief as their home (and their fortune!) teeters on the brink. Cue the chaos: outrageous schemes, rapid-fire jokes, and a house full of larger-than-life characters scrambling to expose the fraud before it’s too late. It’s a madcap comedy of blind faith, family disfunction, and perfectly-timed punchlines that will have you laughing all the way home. Director Jason O’Connell draws inspiration from iconic ‘80s-era sitcoms and sensational headlines to heighten the play’s satire. “Tartuffe has always been about a community dazzled by a fraud,” says O’Connell. “Setting it amid the bright colors, bold laughs, and outsized personalities of 1980s television lets the comedy sparkle while keeping the story’s sting intact.”Cleveland Play House Managing Director Rachel Fink says “One of the great gifts of comedy is that it gives us permission to laugh at things that might otherwise feel uncomfortable to name. For centuries, satire has helped societies look at themselves more clearly, and Tartuffe by Molière remains one of the sharpest examples of that tradition.” Tartuffe features Tom Ford* (Tartuffe), Chris Thorn* (Orgon), Kristine Zbornik* (Madame Pernelle), Brendan Lowry* (Valere), Calder Meis* (Cleante), Brianna Miller* (Elmire), Adam Ortega* (Damis), Christina McSheffrey* (Mariane), Madalyn Baker* (Madam Loyal), Meredith Nelson* (Dorine), Byron Johnson* (Officer), Alexandre De Foy (Ensemble), and Jade Moujaes (Ensemble). The creative team features Director Jason O’Connell, Scenic Designer Raul Abrego, Costume Designer An‑lin Dauber, Lighting Designer Dawn Chiang, Sound Designer Jacqueline Herter, Wig Designer Rueben D. Echoles, Fight Choreographer Dusten A. Welch, Movement Coach Kenya Woods, Intimacy Coordinator Nina Domingue, Vocal Coach Hayley Jannielli, Production Dramaturg Jeffrey Ullom, Casting Calleri Jensen Davis, Stage Manager Byron F. Abens*, and Assistant Stage Manager Camille Henderson. PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE Performances run Friday, April 5 through Sunday, April 26, 2026, in the Outcalt Theatre at Playhouse Square. Performance times are Wednesday through Sunday at 7:30 PM, with weekend matinees on Saturdays and Sundays at 2:00 PM. Pay What You Will tickets are available for Sunday evening performances, expanding access to this vivacious and timely comedy. For tickets and more information, visit clevelandplayhouse.com or call the Box Office at 216.241.6000. Tickets are on sale now and expected to move quickly due to limited seating in the Outcalt.

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The Cassidy Theatre Present Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Auditions
by boxoffice＠cassidytheatre.com 21 Apr '26

21 Apr '26

The Cassidy Theatre Present Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Auditions Calling all teens in grades 5-12 (grade 6 in the 2026/27) school year Auditions for Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat at Cassidy Theatre What: Seeking musical theater performing teens (vocal and dance) When: April 27th and 28th Where: The Cassidy Theatre Please come prepared with a song of your choice that demonstrates your vocal performance ability. Come dressed for movement and dance. There will be 2 audition groups each evening. 6:30-7:30 vocal audition, first group 7:30-8:30 dance audition, both groups 8:30-9:30 vocal audition second group Sign up for an audition timeframe in the sign up genius link. Plan to schedule 2 hours for your audition. www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C45ACAD2BA3F8C61-63609316-joseph#/ <http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C45ACAD2BA3F8C61-63609316-joseph#/>

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