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Speech & Debate, needed now more than ever, Beck Center for the Arts
by Julie Gilliland 02 Jun '26

02 Jun '26

Beck Center For The Arts Sets The Stage For Speech & Debate Lakewood, OH-Beck Center for the Arts <https://beckcenter.org> is pleased to produce the professional theater production of Speech & Debate<https://beckcenter.org/theater/speech-debate>, directed by Case Western Reserve University's Don Carrier.<https://theater.case.edu/faculty/donald-carrier/> What happens when three high school students on the fringes decide to "take down" a corrupt drama teacher? The answer is Speech & Debate,<https://beckcenter.org/theater/speech-debate> written by Stephen Karam,<https://www.stephenkaram.com/> running in the Studio Theater from May 29 through June 28, 2026. Three misfit high school students in Salem, Oregon form a unique debate club, complete with a musical version of The Crucible, an unusual podcast, and a plot to take down their corrupt drama teacher. With his signature wit, playwright Karam follows the trio's attempts to fend off the menace of encroaching adulthood with edgy humor and subversive antics. Director Don Carrier<https://theater.case.edu/faculty/donald-carrier/> shared, "While Speech & Debate was first produced (surprisingly) almost 20 years ago, its themes of alienation, hypocrisy, and the need to belong are all too relevant. This highly original and comic take on high school students navigating their way to graduation will strike a note of recognition to anyone who's been there, or is still on the journey!" 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> This production is presented in arrangement with Dramatist Play Service. "Stephen Karam's savvy comedy is bristling with vitality, wicked humor, terrific dialogue, and a direct pipeline into the zeitgeist of contemporary youth" -- David Rooney, Variety "Hilarious...Speech & Debate's real accomplishment is its picture of the borderland between late adolescence and adulthood, where grown-up ideas and ambition coexist with childish will and bravado...We never feel we're being educated, just immensely entertained." - Caryn James, New York Times All performances are at theaters inside Beck Center for the Arts<https://beckcenter.org/> located at 17801 Detroit Avenue in Lakewood, just ten minutes west of downtown Cleveland. Free on-site parking is available. For more information visit beckcenter.org.<https://beckcenter.org/> 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, Callahan, Klym, and Fowler Foundations, 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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FAME the Musical open June 5 at The Fine Arts Association!
by Ann Hedger 02 Jun '26

02 Jun '26

The Fine Arts Association at 38660 Mentor Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio FAME the Musical Conceived and Developed by David De Silva Book by Jose Fernandez Lyrics by Jacques Levy Music by Steve Margoshes Director: David Malinowski Musical Director: Jason Falkofsky Choreographers: Rose Tyler & Trinity Tyler An unmistakable title from the unforgettable film and television franchise, Fame The Musical inspired generations to fight for fame and light up the sky like a flame! Conceived and developed by David De Silva – now known affectionately to the planet as “Father Fame” – this high-octane musical features the Academy Award-winning title song and a host of other catchy pop numbers. This show is based on the 1980 film that followed the final class of New York City’s celebrated High School for the Performing Arts. Fame is an international sensation that continues to reach new generations of performers and audience members. The show provides great opportunities to feature a diverse talent pool and showcase artistic mediums like dancing, singing, acting, rapping and musicianship. *Rated PG-13 CAST INCLUDES: Chelsea Lael Davis as Carmen Diaz, Ian Graham as Schlomo Metzenbaum, Andrew Jeschelnig as Nick Piazza, Mary Kate Hever as Serena Katz, Teresa Ostroske as Iris Kelly, Khoury Ward as Tyrone Jackson, Lucy Boehmer as Grace "Lambchops" Lamb, James Thellman as Jose "Joe" Vegas, Mario Kristic as Goodman "Goody" King, Emily Debevec as Mabel Washington, Amani Dafina as Miss Esther Sherman, Hannah Williams as Ms. Greta Bell, Aidan Bryson as Mr. Meyers, Amanda Bender as Ms. Sheinkopf, Fiona Thackaberry Stevens as Ensemble, Russell Gilliam as Ensemble, Brooklyn Wyant as Ensemble, Kacey Harris as Ensemble, Eva Pfeifer as Ensemble, Corynn Lockridge as Ensemble, Averie Lynch as Dance Ensemble, Aidan Lynch as Dance Ensemble, Abigail Seibert as Dance Ensemble, Evelyn Messmore as Dance Ensemble, Harper Lasecki as Dance Ensemble, Rosa Peshek as Dance Ensemble, Jessie Sloop as Dance Ensemble, Olivia Azre as Dance Ensemble, Sage Nichols as Dance Ensemble, Jess Mog as Dance Ensemble, Viviana Curtis as Dance Ensemble, Brandon Briggs as Tyrone Jackson u/s, and Mackenzie Thompson as Miss Esther Sherman u/s, PERFORMANCES: June 5 thru 20, 2026 Fridays & Saturdays - 7:30 pm Sundays - 2:00 pm **Sign-interpreted performance - Sunday, June 14, 2026, 2:00 pm (call Fine Arts for more information on this special performance) TICKETS ON SALE NOW! Tickets: $29/adults - $27/seniors & students 11 & up - $19/children 10 & under For more information, call 440-951-7500 or to purchase online tickets, go to https://www.fineartsassociation.org/performances/theatre-season/

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Attn: Techies - Audio-Technica Tour & Microphone Workshop
by Michelle Dolciato 02 Jun '26

02 Jun '26

Presented by Gary Dixon & Brent Chamberlin As part of our Theater Workshop Summit, sponsored by Arts Now, join us for a one-of-a-kind experience featuring an exclusivetour of Audio-Technica’s North American Headquarters, where you'll explorecutting-edge audio technology, hear immersive listening demonstrations, visitthe anechoic chamber, and learn how microphones are tested and used throughoutthe industry. Then, head to the Barlow Community Center Theater for ahands-on microphone workshop. Experiment with different microphone types, learnthe secrets of feedback, EQ, and voice lift, and gain practical sound skillsyou can use in your next production. Space is limited for thiscombined workshop, and registration includes a meal. Don't wait—reserve yourspot today! Friday, June 19 2:30-7:30pm register now! Hear It. See It.Try It. Information on the presenters: Gary is the Broadcast Business Development Director forAudio-Technica in Stow, Ohio, where he works with professional users andresellers while helping shape future broadcast products. His backgroundincludes roles as an applications engineer, product manager, and freelanceaudio/video technician. He holds a B.A. in Electronic Media Production fromAshland University and certifications in product management and IP audio. Brent is a Broadcast Sales Engineer at Audio-Technica withmore than 10 years of experience providing technical support and developingsolutions for broadcasters and production companies. A passionate engineer,musician, and educator, he has supported major international sporting eventsand trained future audio professionals at institutions including SAE Institute,CRAS, and Harvard University.

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TEEN BAND MEMBERS NEEDED FOR RAGTIME
by Michael Stein 02 Jun '26

02 Jun '26

NEAR WEST THEATRE IS LOOKING FOR THE FOLLOWING TEEN (age 16-19) BAND MEMBERS FOR IT SUMMER TEEN PRODUCTION OF* RAGTIME 9 PIECE ORCHESTRATION*: GUITAR PLAYER KEYBOARD PLAYER (KEYBOARD 2) THE FOLLOWING DATES ARE THE REHEARSAL AND PERFORMANCE COMMITMENTS. - Saturday, June 13 | 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM - Saturday, June 20 | 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM - Saturday, June 27 | 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM - Saturday, July 11 | Sitzprobe | 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM - Sunday, July 12 | Tech Sunday - Tech Week: Monday, July 13 - Thursday, July 16 - Performances: July 17, 18, 24, 25, 26, 31, and August 1 & 2 THIS IS A PAID POSITION PER REHEARSAL/PERFORMANCE. FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT MICHAEL STEIN AT mstein(a)neawesttheatre.org 216-961-9750 option 1. *B**est Regards,* *Michael Stein * *Production & Rentals Manager* *216-961-9750 option 1* www.nearwesttheatre.org

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Hiring: PT Teaching Artists - '26-'27 School Year (Daytime Hours)
by Jo Jo Carcioppolo 02 Jun '26

02 Jun '26

Now hiring Teaching Artists for the 2026-2027 School Year - Positions are part-time during school day hours. Dancing Classrooms is our premier program offering. The Dancing Classrooms program is a 10-week, 20-session residency program that uses ballroom dancing as a vehicle to change the lives of not only the children who participate in the program but also the lives of the teachers and caregivers who support these children. Dancing Classrooms is not about teaching dance. The dance is a "tool" for getting the children to break down social and cultural barriers, while working together to achieve a common goal. Watch HERE<https://bit.ly/InsideTheBallroom2025DCNEO>. A Teaching Artists (TAs) has the following character traits: * The belief that every child can learn and excel. * A passion for dance and creative expression that is contagious among children. * Self-confidence in their artistic abilities. * High expectations for what every child can achieve through the program. * An ability to express them self verbally in a manner that captivates attention. * The ability to manage classroom behavior(s). * Flexibility and a good sense of humor. We are seeking individuals that: * Have experience working with 5th and/or 8th grade children in a classroom setting. * Have a dance/theater/creative background - not necessarily as a professional. * Can commit to part-time work two days of the week (Monday-Friday), during the day, for approximately 13 weeks during the school year. * Have dependable transportation (TAs commute to a variety of schools, primarily in Cuyahoga County). * Able to pass a BCI & FBI background check. DCNEO Teaching Artists are: actors, dancers, and individuals who can move with rhythm; have excellent interpersonal skills, enjoy working with children; are able to work in-person in a school classroom setting; have a generous spirit, a sense of humor, and willingness to travel to schools throughout Northeast Ohio (primarily Cuyahoga County county). Employment: Upon employment, all TAs are fingerprinted annually with the State of Ohio. TAs are paid on an hourly basis ($30-$35/hour) as seasonal, part-time employees. Employment is during the school year, on school days, between the hours of 7:30am - 4:00pm. Requirements: All applicants must be available to attend an initial paid training on August 3-7, 2026 from 9:00am - 3:00pm in Broadview Heights. Training commitment is non-negotiable, please do not apply if you're unable to fulfill the training commitment. Upon successful training, TAs make a solid commitment to a sequential 10-week residency, two days per week, in person during the hours of 7:30am - 4:00pm. All school assignments are made based on TAs availability submitted to DCNEO staff. Apply Here: https://bit.ly/ApplyToDCNEO Learn More: www.DCNEO.org<http://www.DCNEO.org>

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MALE or FEMALE presenting LATINX actor needed - Bubble Boy the Musical - Blank Canvas Theatre
by info blankcanvastheatre.com 02 Jun '26

02 Jun '26

BLANK CANVAS THEATRE is still looking to cast a MALE or FEMALE presenting Latinx actor to fill the track of Slim/Business Person/Ensemble (Male or Female 30-50. Baritone) Head of a biker gang. Slim has lived on the outskirts of society for a long time. Has seen a lot of disappointment in their life, but still has big dreams and wants to help Jimmy accomplish his. Also plays various Ensemble roles. Ethnicity: Latinx in The Cleveland Premiere of BUBBLE BOY The Musical Music & Lyrics by Cinco Paul Book by Cinco Paul & Ken Daurio Directed by Jonathan Kronenberger Musical Direction by Heidi Herczeg Choreography by Caitlin Reilly Miller If Interested: Email Patrick(a)blankcanvastheatre.com<mailto:Patrick@blankcanvastheatre.com> (include "BUBBLE BOY" in your subject line) and submit your headshot and resume for consideration. *If you have any audition reels or short musical selection videos you can send as well, please do so. Performance Dates: July 24 - August 8 Shows will be Thursday-Sunday. Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 8:00pm. Sunday performances will be at 7:00pm. Rehearsals: Begin June 22 Rehearsals will be Sundays-Thursdays. Typically 7pm-10pm, though Sundays are usually 6pm-10pm. Pay: Blank Canvas Theatre dedicates 20% of the net profit to the cast of each show. The cast splits this evenly. *We my explore AEA Contracts for this show. Location: Blank Canvas Theatre 1305 78th Street, Suite 211 (at 78th Street Studios) Cleveland, OH 44102 (Click here <http://www.blankcanvastheatre.com/directions/> for directions or visit our website at www.blankcanvastheatre.com<http://www.blankcanvastheatre.com/>) The Story The Cleveland Premiere Jimmy Livingston was born without immunities and has spent his entire life confined inside a plastic bubble room. Enter Chloe, the girl next door, who becomes his friend and steals his heart. When she leaves town to get married, Jimmy travels cross-country in a homemade bubble suit in order to stop the wedding and finally tell her how he feels. Along the laugh-filled journey, he deals with a crazy cult, a biker gang, a dead cow, and a controlling mother who will stop at nothing to get him back in the bubble. If you have any questions feel free to contact us at patrick(a)blankcanvastheatre.com<mailto:patrick@blankcanvastheatre.com>. We look forward to seeing you at auditions!

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Opens in 2 weeks! THE SECRET GARDEN at Stocker Arts Center - June 18, 20, 21
by Maria Maggard 02 Jun '26

02 Jun '26

The Secret Garden Presented by Stocker Arts Center, and made possible by The Beth K. Stocker Trust Book and Lyrics by Marsha Norman Music by Lucy Simon Adapted from the novel by Frances Hodgson Burnett Directed by Joanna May Cullinan Music Direction by Anthony Trifiletti Production Stage Management by Byron F. Abens* Thursday, June 18 - 7:00 pm Saturday, June 20 - 7:00 pm Sunday, June 21 - 3:00 pm -There is NO performance on Fri, June 19, due to the LCCC campus being closed- Tickets are $35 Orchestra / $30 Mezzanine (Discounts available for Students, Seniors, Military, and LCCC Staff/Faculty) Tickets and more information at StockerArtsCenter.com<https://www.lorainccc.edu/stocker/> or call the box office 440-366-4040 The Stocker Box Office is currently open Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday, 12 pm - 3 pm About the Musical: Orphaned in India, 11-year-old Mary Lennox returns to Yorkshire to live with her embittered, reclusive uncle Archibald and his disabled son Colin. The estate’s many wonders include a magic garden which beckons the children with haunting melodies and the “Dreamers,” spirits from Mary’s past who guide her through her new life, dramatizing “The Secret Garden‘s” compelling tale of forgiveness and renewal. CAST: Mary Lennox - Parker Towns (6/18 and 6/21) & Lennon Rosiar (6/20) Lily - Rebecca Kostell Archibald Craven - Connor Stout* Dr. Neville Craven - Colin Briskey Colin - Gavin Biddlecombe Martha - Sophia Davison Dickon - Julian Novoa Ben - Chris Richards* Mrs. Medlock - Derdriu Ring* Ensemble: Carolyn Demanelis, Graceyn Dowd, Rebekah Ferro, Eric Hirzel, Isabelle Usuquen, Tyler Kranz, Mara Kuroiwa, Ken Lear, Kareem Mchaourab, Andrew Novak, Simeon Schmitt *denotes members of Actors' Equity Association Stocker Arts Center On the campus of Lorain County Community College 1005 N. Abbe Rd Elyria, OH 44035 Free parking on-site! The Secret Garden is presented through special arrangement with Concord Theatricals

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CATCH ONE OF THE LAST THREE PEROFRMACES OF "THE SHOW!"
by S. Joshua Mendel 02 Jun '26

02 Jun '26

LAST THREE PERFORMANCES OF "THE SHOW!”: JUNE 5-6 AT 7 PM. JUNE 7 AT 3 PM. “The Show!” is a two–hour ensemble, comedy/drama that paints life in an anachronistic health food store, through highlighting the eccentric staff and the often “Looney Tune” customers who come and go. Although often laugh-out-loud funny, the play makes serious forays into the state of health care (traditional and non-traditional), race and gender relations, entrepreneurship, Buddhism, and moving on in life. (Even after death!) All performances are at The Cultural Arts Center, Disciples Christian Church, 3663 Mayfield Rd, Cleveland Heights, OH 44121 FOR TICKETS ($10/$15 AT THE DOOR): In Eventbrite, type “ Mendel “THE SHOW!” in the search bar and “Cleveland, OH” in the location bar.” In Facebook, the “launch pad “ to the ticket site is: https://www.facebook.com/groups/871849459143490

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Virtual auditions accepted: The Sound of Music: Youth Edition
by Kimberly States 01 Jun '26

01 Jun '26

Most audition spots for Buckeye Community Theatre's The Sound of Music: Youth Edition are almost full, but you still have an opportunity to audition! Auditions are open for ages 10 thru 18 (age 10 by opening night, October 22nd). All rehearsals and performances take place near Medina's historic square. Production dates are October 22nd-25th with rehearsals beginning August 1st. A full rehearsal calendar, audition forms and requirements are available at https://www.bctohio.org/auditions. Virtual auditions due June 15th!

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Josy Jones coming to a stage in CLE!
by Josy Jones 01 Jun '26

01 Jun '26

*The Chameleon Village Theatre Collective presents: * *I GOT QUESTIONS* In this electrifying one-person performance, featuring Josy Jones, the audience follows a woman as she interrogates her close and intimate friend, a tree. She’s got questions. She tries to fathom the forces that carry us–love, desire, evolution, technology, and the unseen rules that we bump up against every day. Strong Language. Adult themes. *WHEN:* June 18-20 at 7:30PM *WHERE:* con*ver*gence-continu*um* *TICKETS:* www.TheChameleonVillage.com <http://www.TheChameleonVillage.com> *COST: *$23

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