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NEW Online Acting Classes & Packages For February Including Online Meisner Technique!
by Jessica Houde 25 Jan '21

25 Jan '21

Hi All, Our February classes and packages have been updated on the website. We have added some new online classes, including more class times for our new Online Meisner Technique class. We've also made some changes to our monthly packages to include the new Meisner Online class. Our new Meisner Online class has lots of new students from all over the world. Below is a description and link to sign up. Please check out our website and if you have any questions send us a message. https://www.houdeschoolofacting.com/online-registration As the world continues to change, the acting world is of course, changing with it. Auditions are now online and callbacks are online as well. A virtual callback?! This is new territory for all actors from beginners to veterans. How can we connect with our partner across a computer screen? With that in mind, we have created a new online class called Meisner Online, a class where you will learn and practice how to connect, read behavior and be present online just like you do in-person.While the Meisner Technique is typically an in-person, face to face technique, we have created a way to do this remotely online. Thanks to technology like zoom and zoom’s breakout rooms, we will simulate an in-person Meisner class completely online giving you the ability to be hypersensitive in an online setting. This also allows actors to continue honing their acting craft while safely in the comfort of their own home. This weekly class will be taught by Meisner Technique expert, and founder of Houde School of Acting, Jessica Houde-Morris. Class Times: January: Saturdays 430-630PM or 630-830PM EST February: Fridays 5-7PM Eastern Time Saturdays 330-530Pm or 530-730PM EST Class Teacher: Jessica Houde-Morris Let us know if you have any questions! Best!Jessica Houde-MorrisHoude School Of Acting

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AFDA'S Spring Cabaret
by Josh Landis 25 Jan '21

25 Jan '21

It's a new year and a new chance to perform. Performers 12-19 are invited to audition for this new performing experience! After virtual auditions, performers will be partnered with a professional theatre artist who will be their mentor for virtual rehearsals where they will stage and polish a musical number or monologue. Performers are professionally recorded onstage and the musical numbers are edited together to create a viewable cabaret performance which will be streamed online for digital access available in the spring. Sign-up for your audition time HERE <https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0c4bacac28a4ff2-afdas>. Need more information? Visit our FAQ page <https://www.academyfordramaticarts.net/springcabaretfaq> or email us <afdaberea(a)gmail.com>! -- Always Question, Always Wonder Josh Landis

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MEN DON’T CRY - Zoom Reading Jan 27
by Playwrights Local 25 Jan '21

25 Jan '21

Playwrights Local Presents A Free Reading of a New Play *MEN DON’T CRY* *Written by Stephen D. Hood & Susan E. HughesDirected by Luther Pete Robinson* *Wednesday, January 27 at 7:00 pmPresented Online via Zoom* *INFO & ZOOM ACCESS* http://www.playwrightslocal.org/winter-roundtable-series-2021/ *CAST* Anthony Lanier Bobbie Dancy Stephen D. Hood Prophet Seay Andrew Aaron Valdez *SYNOPSIS* *Men Don’t Cry* is a choreopoem based on the lives of five men of color. As each man takes the journey from childhood to adulthood through trials, surviving life’s drama, successes and identity failures, they discover manhood and the wisdom that follows. As they explore topics such as death, religion, spirituality and growth, these men share their deepest secrets of discovery of who and what they are, and what the future holds for them. *ABOUT THE PLAYWRIGHTS* *Stephen D. Hood: *As an actor, Stephen has been in Cleveland most of his career, and toured with a national company production of *Raisin: The Musical*. He has appeared on every Cleveland stage from Playhouse Square to Karamu House. His movie credits included Life’s Poison (Cleveland International Film Festival), directed by Malcolm Lee, also he appeared in Cleveland’s own *The Land: FAU*, a detective series by Dominique Paramore. *Men Don’t Cry* is Stephen’s first play, and has gained a following of its own. MAAFA by Terrence Spivey and Playwrights Local’s production of Live Bodies for Sale were Stephen’s last on-stage performances before COVID. *Susan E. Hughes* has performed on stages in the Cleveland area for many years. She was one of the founding members of Karamu House’s T.O.P.S. program and has taught for the Young Audiences’ Summer Literacy program. She has studied and worked under such notables as Margaret Ford-Taylor, Scott Spence, Fran Charnas, Fran Soeder, and Christine Buster. Currently, she is working on other literary pieces.

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CLUE Stay-at-Home Version - Broadview Heights Spotlights
by Tim Anderson 24 Jan '21

24 Jan '21

Broadview Heights Spotlights Theater presents *CLUE: Stay-at-Home Version* Based on the iconic *1985 Paramount movie* which was inspired by the classic Hasbro board game, *Clue *is a hilarious farce-meets-murder mystery. The tale begins at Mr. Boddy's remote mansion, where six mysterious guests assemble for an unusual dinner party where murder and blackmail are on the menu. When their host turns up dead, they all become suspects. Led by Wadsworth the butler, Miss Scarlet, Professor Plum, Mrs. White, Mr. Green, Mrs. Peacock, and Colonel Mustard race to find the killer as the body count stacks up. A Household Ticket is $15 + $3.95 fee. To pre-register, visit http://www.broadview-heights-spotlights.org NOTE: *The performance is NOT pre-recorded and streams LIVE.* The show will start promptly at *8:00PM* each night. Show dates are *February 5, February 6, February 12, *and *February 13.* Choose your desired date to pre-purchase streaming access via Broadway on Demand (You will need to create an account with them, if you do not have one already). We are unable to issue refunds or exchanges. The show is based on the screenplay by Jonathan Lynn and written by Sandy Rustin with original music by David Abbinanti. It is directed/designed by *Tim Anderson* and produced by Ryan Bergeron & Brenton Cochran. The show features *Scott Clay* as Wadsworth, *Brittany Paige* as Yvette, *Tara N. Corkery* as Miss Scarlet, T*heresa M. Pedone* as Mrs. Peacock, *Jenilee Taylor* as Mrs. White, *Thomas Wenz* as Colonel Mustard, *Todd Taylor* as Professor Plum, *Daniel Hunsicker* as Mr. Green, and *Natalie Zenczak* as the Narrator. The Cast also includes *Stephanie Malfara*, *Robert Haag*, and *David Rusnak*. This unique production features design elements to add to the theatricality of your viewing experience, including a detailed 9-room scaled set model, over 100 props specially created by Jean Brennan & Sharon Joyce, and picture-perfect, period costumes by Katie Atkinson & Jill Kenderes. Don't miss this innovative display of virtual theater! Produced by special arrangement with Broadway Licensing.( www.broadwaylicensing.com)

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Call for Auditions, “Wake Up to Life: Out of the Ashes”
by sue johnson 24 Jan '21

24 Jan '21

*Wake Up And Live’s Actors Studio (WUAL)* *Presents* *A Showcase* *Wake Up and Live’s Actors Studio *is seeking actors for its upcoming project, “Wake Up to Life: Out of the Ashes ” which features 4 African-American playwrights, *Adetokunbo **(Ade) Borishade, **Evonne Fields-Gould, Peter A. Fields and Rebecca Morris.* https://youtu.be/kIDZYXNE34g *Adetokunbo **(Ade) Borishade, “To Be or Not to Be . . . African”* *Evonne Fields-Gould, “Where Winter Rests on a Wounded Heart”* *Peter A. Fields, “That Guy”* *Rebecca Morris. “Au Pare”* The Actors will appear in a showcase of the playwrights’ original works scheduled for live Covid-friendly productions, Saturday, May 15, 7:00 P, and Sunday, May 16, 3:00 P, at Rainey Institute. Rehearsal schedules, via Zoom, TBD. Live performances may be replaced, or supplemented with Zoom, etc. All roles available. Actors may play multiple characters in same, and / or different, plays. Please submit professional Headshot and Resume to *wakeupandlives(a)gmail.com <wakeupandlives(a)gmail.com>,* *by Mon. 2/1/21.* Please prepare 2 contrasting monologues. (Dramatic, Comedic, Classical. Contemporary), not to exceed a total of 2 m1nutes. At time of submitting video, headshot and resume, please indicate which character(s) you are interested in portraying. For complete list of plays, summaries, and characters, please email request for a copy to wakeupandlives(a)gmail.com * by Thurs. 1/28/21.* For safety purposes, we will accept virtual / video auditions, only. Please email a copy of your virtual audition to *wakeupandlives(a)gmail.com <wakeupandlives(a)gmail.com>* *by Mon. 2/1/21*. While we are accepting virtual / video auditions, you may be required to attend an in-person call-back, if needed. For in-person, masks must be worn at all times. 6-foot social distancing will be closely practiced for safety purposes. Sue Johnson Director, Wake Up and Live's Actors Studio Producer. "Wake Up and Live With the Arts"

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auditions at Lake Erie College Jan 26 & 27
by doctor celery 24 Jan '21

24 Jan '21

The Lake Erie College Department of Theatre announces auditions for an original production called STORIES FROM THE PANDEMIC Our goal is to create an ensemble of actors, storytellers, and backstage artists to create and present true stories from people's struggles over the past year during this ongoing health crises. Auditions, rehearsals, and performances will strictly follow all state and school guidelines as relate to masks, social distancing, contact tracing and other relevant safety precautions. Show dates are March 25-28 and will include both live and streamed performances. Auditions will consist of a brief interview, one contemporary monologue that you should portray as naturalistically as possible, and some movement-based improv. You may audition in person, via live streaming, or by video submission. Live auditions are scheduled for January 26 and 27 at 4-6. Auditions will be by appointment only. Virtual "Zoom" auditions can be scheduled. Also, we will gladly accept video submissions. To audition, please contact Dr. Jaffe at <jjaffe(a)lec.edu<mailto:jjaffe@lec.edu>>. Auditions are open to everyone, students, faculty, staff, and community members. All casting decisions will be made without regards to gender, race, age, sexual orientation, or disability. (Please address all questions or concerns to Dr. Jaffe). This production will be in the style of "verbatim" theatre, as made famous by Anna Deavere Smith's productions such as Twilight: Los Angeles 1992 and Notes form the Field. Lake Erie College is located in Painesville. Our address is 391 W. Washignton, Painesville, OH 44077. The Theatre Depart as well as performances are in the Royce Hall for Fine and Performing Arts, with parking on Gillett Street (searchable on all GPS devices). "She went down to the pet shop and came back with two alligators. We asked her why she'd got two alligators, and she said they were on sale. Buy one at the regular price and you got another one for a penny. An alligator one cent sale. In its own way it made sense." Richard Brautigan, A CONFEDERATE GENERAL FROM BIG SUR

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BorderLight Festival seeks PT Production Coordinator
by Althea H 23 Jan '21

23 Jan '21

Position Summary The BorderLight Festival is seeking a part-time Production Coordinator who will be affiliated with one visiting BorderLight Festival production in a variety of roles. The show, which will be created locally under the guidance of visiting international artists, explores the sex lives of older people using a local cast of non-actors over age 65. The Production Coordinator will assist members of Mammalian Diving Reflex to create this original piece of theatre, which will be performed as part of the BorderLight Festival (July22-24, 2021). The role is central to the successful realization of a production that has already been presented in many countries around the world and will now be realized in Cleveland. Learn more <https://mammalian.ca/projects/all-the-sex-ive-ever-had/> here. Principal Duties and Responsibilities * Locate and help recruit a diverse group of six 65+ year old non-actors to participate in the production * Conduct preliminary interviews and collect data on prospective participants * Be the primary contact for the cast of participants * Disseminate information about the resident visiting company, the Festival and the project to participants * Schedule participants for workshops and performances * Participate in production workshops * Act as a point-person for the participants * Provide administrative and production assistance * Appear briefly in the performance Please note that the role may include additional/fewer responsibilities, depending on how the production unfolds. Overview: The job has two phases. PHASE 1: Participant outreach/recruitment and pre-production research Part-time Feb. 1 - May 1. Approximately 5- 10 hours/week. Feb. 1 - March 1: recruit potential cast members (15-20 prospects) March 1 - May 1: interview potential cast members and fill out recruitment docs PHASE 2: Production and performance Part-time for 5 weeks, mid-June through July 25. Approximately 12-15 hours/week*. *Note: Jun 26th - Jul 2nd will require more hours of work, but following this, the demands of the role will fall within the 12-15 hours/week range. Qualifications: * Background in theatre preferred * Excellent organizational and written/verbal communication skills * Resourceful approach to problem-solving * Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel * A commitment to diversity; a passion for the arts and audience engagement * Positive and professional attitude, with strong diplomatic skills and the ability to work calmly under pressure * Recruiting and interviewing experience a plus * Public speaking skills a plus Terms: Part time, temporary position, freelance contract from early Feb. to the end of July 2021. Must be flexible with variable hours and available for evening and weekend work. Fee: $3,000. To apply: Qualified candidates may submit a cover letter and resume via email to: <mailto:info@borderlightcle.org> info(a)borderlightcle.org (Attn: HR) No phone calls, please. BorderLight provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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Live Stream Class
by Rev. Edward Niam, DD 23 Jan '21

23 Jan '21

*Way of the Shaolin Warrior* Live Stream Class Sunday, 1/24/21, 10 am ~First class is FREE to new users!! Tai Chi Institute USA presents classes facilitated by Sifu Edward Niam. Experience health and power QiGong exercises and a deep Shaolin stance program to build incredible internal & external power. Learn the Fighting applications of Shaolin. Forward your email to taichicleveland(a)gmail.com to receive an invitation link for a Free Class. Subscribe now to access all live classes and video library. Fee Schedule: $7.00 – Single Class $24.00 – Unlimited weekly live classes & video library $42.00 – Unlimited monthly live classes & video library $34.00 – Unlimited monthly video library *https://moxie.xyz/taichicleveland <https://moxie.xyz/taichicleveland>* *Tai Chi Institute USA* *"Free your spirit, still your mind, open your heart and hear the music inside of you..."* *~The Movement of Life~TM* *Shaolin Warrior Athlete Training* Sifu Edward Niam http://www.linkedin.com/in/edwardniam 8210 Macedonia Commons Blvd Suite 68 Macedonia, Ohio 44056 330.564.7558 www.taichicleveland.com <http://www.taichicleveland.com> taichicleveland(a)gmail.com moxie.xyz/taichicleveland <http://moxie.xyz/taichicleveland> www.liveyourlifeofpurpose.com Facebook - Tai Chi Institute USA <https://www.facebook.com/groups/877587632326146/> "Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away." <https://about.me/SifuEdwardNiam?promo=email_sig>

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Twin Masks Performing Arts Center Auditions for Mrs. Mannerly Jan 26 and 27
by Claudia Lillibridge 23 Jan '21

23 Jan '21

TMPAC is proud to announce Auditions for Mrs. Mannerly by Jeffrey Hatcher Directed by Annette Fernandez On Tuesday Jan 26 and Weds Jan 27 (via ZOOM - Sign Up Genius link below - those auditioning will be emailed the ZOOM link day before auditions). Performance dates (via ZOOM) are Friday, March 5 and Saturday, March 6. PLOT: Inspired by hilarious memories of a childhood etiquette class, playwright Jeffrey Hatcher conjures up the world of a ten-year-old studying manners. Mrs. Mannerly is a demanding teacher, and no student in her thirty-six years of etiquette classes has achieved a perfect score. But when he discovers her secret past, Young Jeffrey is determined to be the first to achieve this feat. This unique comic tale reveals truths about the face we present and the real selves that lie inside. Auditions and show will be done via ZOOM rehearsals to start first week of February. To sign up for your audition slot use the following link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/805084DA5A62DA2FB6- TMPAC is a 501c3 non profit organization and is a proud member of OCTA, AACT and The Twinsburg Chamber of Commerce.

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CLEVELAND PUBLIC THEATRE (CPT) IS HIRING TEACHING ARTISTS
by Nicole Sumlin 22 Jan '21

22 Jan '21

CLEVELAND PUBLIC THEATRE (CPT) IS HIRING TEACHING ARTISTS CPT is seeking Teaching Artists to support and implement CPT Education programming. We are seeking interdisciplinary artists of all performance-related arts disciplines with experience leading youth and/or artistic projects. Theatre experience is a plus. We are looking to build a strong core of artists who are dedicated to creating work to further racial and economic justice. CPT is seeking candidates for full-time and part-time Lead Teacher, Assistant Teacher, and Teaching Artist Intern positions. SKILLS REQUIRED * Experience in at least one theatre-related arts discipline (dance, drumming, singing, acting, creative writing, etc.) * Experience teaching children and/or teenagers * Demonstrated ability to be or become a strong role model for Cleveland youth * Energy, responsiveness, flexibility, creativity * Attention to details, ability to work independently * Openness to learning new techniques in the creation of original performance material CONSIDERATIONS * CPT Education programming runs during daytime and early evening hours. * CPT Education Extended days for training and program touring * Full-time Lead Teaching Artists are paid between $31,000-33,000, based on experience. * More information about wages for part-time work is available on request from candidates seeking those positions. * Teaching Artists must have a reliable means of transportation when in-person instruction resumes. TO APPLY To apply, please send a resume and letter of interest to Nicole Sumlin, CPT Education DIrector, at careers(a)cptonline.org. In your email, the subject line should be your last name followed by "TEACHING ARTIST". No phone calls, please. CPT is a nationally recognized center for contemporary performance. Its mission is to raise consciousness and nurture compassion through groundbreaking theatre and life-changing education programs. CPT implements this mission through its annual theatrical season, featuring between eight to ten adventurous professional productions and a robust series of new play development programs that support writers and devisers at multiple points in the creative process. CPT’s acclaimed education programs engage communities in devising new works that speak to contemporary issues, and empower participants to work for positive change in our community. CPT’s annual budget is around $2.5 million a year.

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