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Musical Theatre Master Class
by Leslie Brown 17 Mar '21

17 Mar '21

The Youngstown Playhouse is offering a MUSICAL THEATRE MASTER CLASS with Kayla Boye on Saturday, March 20th from 10:30AM - 12PM EST. Classes are for adults and youth ages 12+ and the cost $15. In this virtual master class, participants will learn a musical theatre dance combination followed by a discussion of best practices to build confidence in audition and performance technique. To register: https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?class=yplay <https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?class=yplay> A Zoom link will be sent following registration. Registration closes on March 19 at 11:59pm. ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR: Kayla Boye is a professional actor/choreographer. She has been previously seen at The Playhouse in Mary Poppins, Chicago, and Curtains. Chicago credits include: The Wizard of Oz (Chicago Shakespeare Theater), South Pacific (Drury Lane Theatre), Can-Can, Billy Elliot, Little Me (Porchlight Music Theatre), Pippin, Mary Poppins (Mercury Theater Chicago), Anything Goes, Gypsy, and Mame (Music Theater Works, formerly Light Opera Works). Regional credits include: Guys & Dolls, A Christmas Story (Fireside Theatre), On the Town (Capital City Theatre), and seasons with Bigfork Summer Playhouse and The Huron Playhouse. Choreography credits include Wonder Women: The Musical (Winner of Best Choreography, Chicago Musical Theatre Festival), Damn Yankees, Bye Bye Birdie (Wilmette Center for the Arts), Mary Poppins, and Legally Blonde (Youngstown Playhouse). Assistant choreography credits include Billy Elliot (Porchlight Music Theatre), Gypsy (Music Theater Works), Carousel, Bye Bye Birdie, and The Drowsy Chaperone (Huron Playhouse). She holds a BA from Youngstown State University. kaylaboye.com <https://www.kaylaboye.com/>.

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FREE virtual theatre classes @Cleveland Public Theatre, ages 7-14 years old
by Faye Hargate 17 Mar '21

17 Mar '21

Cleveland Public Theatre Announces FREE Cleveland Act Now (CAN) Academy Spring VIRTUAL Courses! CAN Academy performing arts activities improve academic skills, instill empathy and responsibility, build character, and enhance creative thinking. Join us this spring for this JOYFUL exploration of play! Application Deadline: April 5th 2021 FANTASY! - JUNIORS<https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/s3.cptonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2021…> (click for more info or see attached) Taught by Zyrece Montgomery April 12 - May 27 *7-8 years old: Tuesdays and Thursdays, application link<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeMjuTPcmopynudu3QkPzE22FRp8nM4KoS…> *9-10 years old: Mondays and Wednesdays, application link<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdTAhkJvK3JdO-ab6JJ7007TimuUkrXVaV…> 4:00pm - 5:00pm STORYTELLING & ENSEMBLE CREATION <https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/s3.cptonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2021…> (click for more info or see attached!) Taught by Faye Hargate April 13 - May 28 *11-14 years old: Tuesdays & Fridays, application link<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScKC3ANVAnEDOMI8g29Z5EEYl2q-9GYYk4…> 4:00-5:15pm These programs are offered at NO COST thanks to the Cleveland Foundation. All classes are through Zoom. Young artists must have a device and stable internet connection to participate. QUESTIONS Faye Hargate, CPT Director of Community Ensembles/CAN Academy Program Manager at 216.631.2727 x207 or fhargate(a)cptonline.org<mailto:fhargate@cptonline.org>.

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Classes, Call For Artists & The Art of Reading Book Club
by Shaker Arts Council 16 Mar '21

16 Mar '21

Shaker Arts Council (SHAC) announces a Winter/Spring series of community virtual art classes and webinars. *General classes for students of every age *will be offered after-school and on weekends during the 2021Sprong sessionMarch 21– May 30. *General Session Classes* NEW Acting and Memory Technique Program Description: This acting course will introduce basic memory techniques which support creativity, character development, and shorten memorization time. Based on modern neuroscience, Memory Acting help actors understand how the brain naturally learns and memorizes. Every actor should have basic memory techniques. Instructor: Dr. Ellen Rooney Appreciating Photography Program Description: A survey of creative photography to see how different image makers have used the camera to create meaning throughout the history of the medium. Instructor: Benjamin Hauser NEW Art Journaling Program Description: Art journaling can relieve stress, clarify thinking, and increase creativity! It’s unique, personal, and very rewarding. Gather your journal and a few art supplies, and I'll show you: prompts to get you started and keep you motivated tips and techniques to spice up a journal, colorful tools to make it fun. Instructor: Karen Koch Class Piano Program Description: Class Piano provides students with an exploration of the piano and beginning musical concepts such as high vs. low, piano orientation, steady beat/rhythm patterns and playing/reading music. This exploratory course is great for students to find out if they might be interested in beginning piano lessons or for students who have already begun piano lessons. Students will participate in a variety of games and activities in each session. Instructor: Alex Piepenbrink Chalk Pastel Portraits - Youth Program Description: Chalk Pastel Portraits is a course that teaches students to use chalk pastel to render the likeness of a face. We will study the proportions from different angles of the face and techniques for blending and matching colors of skin tones and textures for hair. Students should have chalk pastels, and a recommended supply list will be provided. Instructor: Casandra Harner NEW Dynamic Art - Comic Art - Visual Story-telling Program Description: Sessions for development in dynamic anatomy drawing/ illustration, story-telling thru panel visuals and cinematic placement to project best visual presentation. The class will explore the traditional, cartoon and anime styles of comic illustrations. Instructor: Abdul Rashhid Eurhythmics: Music and Movement Program Description: Eurhythmics is the study of music through movement, musical games, and kinesthetic learning. This short course will serve as an introduction to experiencing music and rhythm at its core, and practicing using your body as a tool to understand music’s most fascinating secrets. Instructor: Graham Rosen National and International Dialects for the Stage Program Description:Ever wonder how to Sound like Harry Potter or Tony Soprano? Join Cody Swanson as he teaches you the ins and outs of dialects from all over the United States or from different parts of the world. These dialects can be used on-stage or for film work. Instructor: Cody Swanson Shoes as Art Program Description: Create a shoe that expresses who you are. In this workshop, you will create a work of 3-dimensional work of art in the form of a shoe. Gather materials you can collage that show your interests. These items can be photos of friends or family, magazine images or drawings; they can include ribbon or fabric or hardware or glitter; things that you can find around your house and that work together to tell a story. Have a pair of scissors and some newsprint or paper you can stuff in a shoe. The only purchase you may need to make is for 2 rolls of 2” clear wrapping tape. Finally, you will need to select your favorite shoe – which I promise will not be harmed in the making of the project! Instructor: Sally Levine *Free Webinars* NEW Creating a Paper Collage Mandala Program Description: The Mandala (Sanskrit for "circle") is an ancient art form that is closely tied to spiritual practices. However, it was psychologist Carl Jung who felt that the mandala as an art form could be useful as a therapy, and it is, in fact, a very relaxing and therapeutic process. Torn paper collage mandalas are easy to create, require little preparation or previous art experience . Instructor: Sharon Dundee Introduction to Voiceover in this webinar, you’ll learn how to get started in voiceover. We’ll cover essential topics like creating a demo, setting up an inexpensive home recording studio, finding and submitting auditions, connecting with talent agents, negotiating rates, and marketing your services. Instructor: Amanda Terman NEW Grant & Proposal Writing Fundamentals for Arts Professionals Program Description:The process of grant and proposal writing can be simple and pragmatic. Precise language can make the difference between an award and a decline. The eCourse provides tools on how to answer frequently asked questions on grant applications, and how to fine-tune your writing skills for winning proposals. Instructor: Brandi Rae Hicks NEW Making Russian Tea Biscuits at Home Program Description: Cleveland has a long history of making and eating Russian tea biscuits, dating back to at least the 1920s. In keeping with tradition, we will discuss a few different historic recipes and then make one of the recipes online together. Instructor: Sarah Bania-Dobyns & Melanie Ferstman *Click here <https://www.shakerartscouncil.org/art-class-33808.html> for more information and to register*. SHAC on TRAC: Art Competition for Utility Box Designs Building on the success of the *Painting the Town *and *Building Blocks* utility box projects, the Shaker Arts Council (SHAC) is pleased to announce this year’s project: *SHAC on TRAC*. In collaboration with the Reginal Transit Authority (RTA), SHAC is sponsoring a juried *art competition* for the design of *utility boxes* located along Shaker Heights rapid tracks. We are inviting our local artists to participate. Please download the *template* *and application here <https://www.shakerartscouncil.org/utility-box-design-competition-applicatio…>*. All designs must be submitted electronically on the template provided. Designs and applications must be submitted to SHAC via email ( *info(a)shakerartscouncil.org* <%28info(a)shakerartscouncil.org>) no later than *Friday 30 April 2021*. Eligibility: Applicants must be 21 years or older and live or work in Shaker Heights or reside in the Shaker Heights School District. Applicants may submit more than one (1) design, but each must be submitted in a separate email. There are no entry fees. Artists will retain all copyrights to their artwork. Artists whose designs are selected will receive a $500.00 stipend after the work is installed. All entries must be anonymous. *Do not sign your submittal nor indicate your name on the submitted design document. *SHAC’s jury Chair for this year’s program is André Taylor, Art Educator. Since all of the boxes have slightly different dimensions, artists whose work is selected may have to reformat their designs to fit the matched boxes. Design Criteria: • Black or very dark backgrounds are not permitted. • Words are not permitted in the designs, per the City of Shaker Heights code. • Art created in non-digital media must be digitized for submittal. • Final designs must be submitted as camera-ready, 600 dpi files By submitting a design proposal, all artists agree to: • allow SHAC to use images of the designs on printed materials and websites for promotional purposes only; • allow SHAC to photograph the work; • allow SHAC to submit the proposal to the city’s Shaker Heights Arts Task Force for their final approval and to modify the design, if necessary, to meet its requirements. Artists whose works are not selected are welcome to ask the SHAC for jury feedback. *Art of Reading Book Club* Shaker Arts Council (SHAC) announces The Art of Reading Book Club. The saying goes “A picture is worth a thousand words.” Come spend a cozy and casual evening discussing an eclectic mix of books with art related storylines, explore the images they showcase and the times they reflect. Pre read the book or just join for the experience of connecting with fellow art lovers. Margaret Reardon will lead the discussions. Meetings will be held the fourth Wednesday of each month at 7:00pm as a part of Stay-in-Place Productions, the arts council’s response to COVID -19. This program is free and open to everyone. Advance registration is required. *For more information and to register click here <https://www.shakerartscouncil.org/the-art-of-reading-book-club.html>.* *---Amara Romano* *Administrative Assistant **Shaker Arts Council ** shakerartscouncil.org <http://shakerartscouncil.org>*

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Ohio Outdoor Historical Drama Association 2021 Summer Season
by Joseph Bonamico 16 Mar '21

16 Mar '21

The Ohio Outdoor Historical Drama Association in New Philadelphia, Ohio, is currently casting for its 2021 summer season consisting of TRUMPET IN THE LAND, THE SOUND OF MUSIC, and A GRAND NIGHT FOR SINGING. Season dates are June 24 through August 14. Interested individuals should send a photo, resume, and video audition including a two minute monologue, and 16 bars of a song of their choosing. Positions are also available in stage management, costumes, construction, lighting, and pyrotechnics. Send resume to trumpet(a)frontier.com

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March 27 Watch Party for Wu Xia 2 The Code - Join us!
by Johnny Wu 16 Mar '21

16 Mar '21

Hi everyone, we are going to do a watch party on March 27 at 7pm EST, would definitely love to have you joining us, support an indie film if you can. I would like to invite you to a watch party of our recent released scifi action film Wu Xia 2 (aka Immortal Combat the Code) The watch party is planned on Saturday, March 27, 2021 at 7pm EST. This feature film is currently in distribution world wide and has won many awards at several film festivals including 3 Best Feature Action film awards, Best Action Sequence, Best Supporting Actor Keith Collins II, Best cinematography and finally Best Editing Feature Film. We decided to do this watch party to have an interactive fun with the cast and crew while watching the feature film. There is a $5 price set as we are also trying out this new watch party platform wanted to see how the whole system work. Proceed from this watch party will be used for film festivals submission on our current in post production, Wu Lin The Society, another scifi action feature that will be releasing this September 2021. We do hope you can enjoy with us, please consider click on the link below and sign up for the watch party: https://watchbeem.com/cowatch/wu-xia-2-the-code-special-watch-party Below is the trailer of this independently made micro budget feature scifi film Wu Xia 2 The Code (aka Immortal Combat the Code). We will start with the hosts on video welcoming you, and then we will have some trailers for you to enjoy and head into the movie while you can chat with everyone! Sign up now before tickets run out! See you on Saturday, March 27 at 7pm EST. Thank you! PS: Watch party is hosted by Jason L. Wang, Keith Collins II, Nick Muhlbach and Johnny K. Wu This is a chance for you to see what we do and maybe of interest if you would like to work with us in the future. #indie #scifi #feature #action #movie #filmmaking -- ------------- Johnny Wu O: 216.539.4634 Produce - Create - Deliver www.mdifilm.com [1] youtube.com/mdifilm inducted into The International Indie Filmmakers Hall of Fame for Outstanding Achievements in Film Editing Schedule a meeting with https://calendly.com/mdifilm/60min1 Producer (2015-2021) 75th Cleveland Cultural Gardens' One World Day August 29, 2021, 11am - 6pm www.clevelandculturalgardens.org [2] Co-Founder Cleveland Asian Festival www.ClevelandAsianFestival.org VP of Communications OCA-Cleveland Chapter "Embracing the Hopes and Aspirations of Asian Pacific Americans" OCA Image TV- reaching over 200 million viewers each month OCA AsiaTown Voice Radio - Sundays 7pm at 88.7FM or listen online at www.ocagc.org/imagetv OCA Interactive Kiosk - Interactive Tablet at several AsiaTown locations to promote AsiaTown. www.ocagc.org Administrator Cleveland IndieClub www.FaceBook.com/groups/ClevelandIndieclub WKYC TV3 Community Advisory Board City of Cleveland Community Affairs Board St. Clair Superior Development Board Member 2013 Minority Business Entrepreneurs Award Recipient Inducted into International Karate and Kickboxing Hall of Fame Inducted into World Head of Family Sokeship Council 2014 Legendary Master of the World Head of Family Sokeship Council Links: ------ [1] http://www.mdifilm.com [2] http://www.clevelandculturalgardens.org

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Auditions for Cinderella (non-musical) March 22 - kids grade 1-6
by 82nd Street Theatre 16 Mar '21

16 Mar '21

Upcoming Auditions at 82nd Street Theatre For *Cinderella* A Non-musical Play by Kathryn Schultz Miller SHOW DATES *June 3-5* *Auditioning students Grades 1-6* Monday, March 22, 2021 6-9 PM Director Jim Church Our auditions are held with all actors together. It is a relaxed atmosphere and we ask that students stay for the whole time. Please be ready to do some reading from the script. Fill Out an Online Form at Online Registration <https://www.alcc.cc/auditionform> Find more information here: Audition Website <https://alcc.cc/Auditions> Auditions at Abundant Life Community Church 10143 Royalton Road, Suite N and O North Royalton, OH 44133 440-877-1202 Alcc.cc Direct inquiries to 82(a)alcc.cc *Safety Procedures for Productions* We have been in contact with the Ohio CDC and the local Health Department and will be following guidelines from them as we proceed with our productions. More information will be handed out at the Parent Meeting. General Safety Precautions are Here <https://faithconnector.s3.amazonaws.com/alcc/files/82nd_Street_Theatre/Fath…>

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THIS WEEKEND | Y-Haven Theatre Project's Crossroads to Hope: Scenes of Decision
by Caitlin Lewins 16 Mar '21

16 Mar '21

Cleveland Public Theatre presents Y-HAVEN THEATRE PROJECT's CROSSROADS TO HOPE: SCENES OF DECISION<https://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2020-2021/y-haven-theatre-pr…> Livestreamed to Cleveland Public Theatre's Facebook & YouTube pages Y-Haven Theatre Project, a 22-year partnership between Y-Haven, a branch of the Greater Cleveland YMCA, & Cleveland Public Theatre MARCH 19-21, 2021 What does it mean to choose change, growth, and healing? Crossroads to Hope: Scenes of Decision is a series of short scenes, monologues, and poems that share the experiences and imagination of the residents of Y-Haven as they interrogate their pasts, meditate on their present, and dream of their future selves. Presented in a virtual setting, this performance is broadcast directly from the rooms of Y-Haven with an authenticity and sense of home. A consistent audience favorite, the CPT/Y-Haven Theatre Project offers candid insight into important issues of our society and gives real hope for growth and change. Audiences are deeply moved by the poignant stories presented in this powerful collaboration. CREATIVE TEAM of CROSSROADS TO HOPE: SCENES OF DECISION Y-Haven Artists: Stacy Azbell, Joseph Fussell, Amir Muhammad, Robert Mueller, Earl Paulton, and Karen Waters CPT Artists: developed under the guidance of CPT Executive Artistic Director Raymond Bobgan. FREE PEFORMANCES Tune in by visiting CPT's Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/ClevelandPublicTheatre> and YouTube<https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0XDH-POGnb4auRp_hXapuw> pages. March 19, 7:00pm (ET) March 20, 8:00pm (ET) March 21, 6:00pm (ET) The run time is 60 minutes, and includes a post-show conversation with the cast. For more information, visit www.cptonline.org<http://www.cptonline.org> or call the CPT Box Office at 216.631.2727 ext.501. Caitlin Lewins she / her / hers Director of Audience Engagement & Media Relations Cleveland Public Theatre 6415 Detroit Ave Cleveland OH, 44102 (216) 631-2727 x211

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(Interview) Bob Abelman's got stage fright...
by Kate Klotzbach (Performing Arts Writer) 16 Mar '21

16 Mar '21

------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ (Interview) Bob Abelman's got stage fright... As one reads through the book “All the World’s a Stage Fright” by Bob Abelman, it is easy for one’s inner Shakespeare nerd to emerge and squeee with joy... BA: "I don’t have a personal favorite quote, though I gravitate toward the Elizabethan insults. They are wonderful. The book is full of them..." BA: "I try to perform in a professional production once a year or so, to keep my hand in it. I find that it helps me, as a critic, not take the art and craft of creation for granted..." To read the whole interview, CLICK HERE. Trouble with the link? Copy and paste it into your browser:http://kateklotzbach.com/2021/03/16/bob-abelmans-got-stage-fright-a… ------------------------------------Kate KlotzbachCleveland Performing Arts WriterEmail- Kate_Klotzbach(a)yahoo.comBlog Site- kateklotzbach.wordpress.comTwitter - @Kate_KlotzbachFacebook - www.facebook.com/KateKlotzbachPerformingArts-------------------------------…

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Looking for another Certified COVID-19 Compliance Officer?
by DeBorah Elizabeth 16 Mar '21

16 Mar '21

Do you need an Assistant CCO, that can work remotely, assisting the onset team with the ever evolving amount of responsibilities of keeping everyone safe? My availability is open. I have extensive training, including OSHA, with a resume and certifications available for viewing. Feel free to reach out to me via NEOhioPal or leave a message for Deborah at 440-299-7856. DeBorah McCreath https://ReelDeb.com https://www.backstage.com/vo/DeBorahMcCreath/

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VIRTUAL Teacher Training Workshop
by Tessa Gaffney 16 Mar '21

16 Mar '21

The Center for Applied Drama and Autism presents: *APPLIED DRAMA FOR STUDENTS OF ALL ABILITIES* An Online Professional Development Workshop for Teachers, Theatre Directors, and Community Members Saturday, March 20, 2021 *9:00 AM to 4:00 PM with a one-hour lunch break* *$90.00 for six hours = 0.6 CEUs* Taught by co-founders Wendy Duke and Laura Valendza, our workshop covers theatre-based methods and techniques for working with autistic and/or disabled youth and adults with an emphasis on creating inclusive theatre-based programming suitable for both online and classroom/studio teaching. Topics to be covered include: - Theatre games for developing social skills - Physical acting for communication with body language - Inclusive improv for all abilities, and - Designing curriculum *i**ncluding a practice class with CADA students!* *Continue your education **and expand your expertise with CADA!* Register here: centerforada.square.site -- *Tessa Gaffney* Marketing Director, *The Center for Applied Drama and Autism*

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