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Calling Skit and Scene Writers for Inspirational “Miracles, Magic and Makeovers” Performance Project.
by sue holland johnson 14 Mar '20

14 Mar '20

Calling Skit and Scene Writers for Inspirational “Miracles, Magic and Makeovers” Performance Project. (Please share with your directors, students, casts, social media.) Wake Up and Live’s Actors’ Studio (WUAL) is conducting its “Miracles, Magic and Makeovers” project and inviting skit, scene, playwrights and creative writers to submit 12 - 15-minute inspirational scenarios to be performed on Cleveland area stages and on “Wake Up and Live With the Arts.” Cuyahoga Arts and Culture has awarded WUAL a grant for our “Miracles, Magic and Makeovers to Live Your Personal and Career Life on a Higher Level' project. The grant will enable WUAL to perform original scenes and skits in live stage events and on “Wake Up And Live With the Arts.” Stories the actors tell will portray Universal principles, such as visualization, meditation and affirmations individuals can practice to change their minds and behaviors to eliminate limiting beliefs and self-sabotage and create transformational life changes.. “Miracles, Magic and Makeovers" Skit and Scene Submissions should: Address the Concept: Turn Your Life and Career into One of Joy, Health, Wealth and Happiness! 1. What story is character telling? . Describe some CHALLENGES the character/s have overcome, and / or are currently experiencing . How the character keeps working on addressing them . How & Why the character wants to make changes . Examples of topics which reflect Conflict . Financial Independence . Healthy, Happy Relationships (Getting Rid of Toxic People and Situations) . Manifesting Life and Career Dreams . Living Your Best Life. "Miracles, Magic and Makeovers:" The Law of Attraction . Abuse (Domestic, Addictions, Employment, Elder, Etc.) Guidelines: 2. Scenes and skits should have only 1 – 3 characters. 3. Be suitable to be performed on stage and / or on“Wake Up And Live With the Arts” YouTube show. 4. Be inspirational and uplifting. Offer hope. 5. Offer a non-traditional, thought-provoking approach to answers and problem-solving strategies to address life changes. 6. Typed in current, standard play writing format. (Margins, Font, Title page, Cast of characters, Character descriptions, Setting, Page numbers, etc.) IF Selected: 1. 12 - 15 minute Scenes & Skits will be performed on stage and on “Wake Up And Live With the Arts” 2. Writer's Stipend, plus percentage share (TBD) in net proceeds from live performances. (Writers may submit more than one scenario for consideration.) Submission Deadline: Friday, May 8, 2020. Submissions and Questions: wakeupandlives(a)gmail.com Sue Johnson, SAG/AFTRA Director, Wake Up And Live's Actors Studio Producer, "Wake Up And Live With the Arts" wakeupandlives(a)gmail.com www.wakeupandlives.com

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The Fine Arts Association - Ten Below: The One Act Festival is CANCELLED
by Ann Hedger 14 Mar '20

14 Mar '20

We regretfully announce the cancellation of The Fine Arts Association's performances of Ten Below: The One Act Festival, that was scheduled to perform from March 27-April 5, 2020. * If you have purchased a ticket to the Ten Below: The One Act Festival, please watch for an email from David Malinowski, The Roger And Ann Clapp Chair of Performing Arts, that will detail the options to honor your purchase. We want to thank all the playwrights, actors, crew and designers who have diligently worked on this special project. Our plan is to hopefully present these same one acts with the same cast in 2021. Mark your calendar for April 16-25, 2021 for 'take two'!

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Update on Event Rescheduling at CVLT
by Andrew Rothman 14 Mar '20

14 Mar '20

In response to the COVID-19 Pandemic and State of Emergency, Chagrin Valley Little Theatre will suspend all scheduled performances through the end of April. This will affect the following events: - The musical PIPPIN has been moved to May 29 - June 20, with matinees on Sundays June 7 and June 14. If you are a current ticket-holder for this production, your reservations have been transferred to the corresponding opening, second, third, or closing weekend of the new run. If you would like to move your PIPPIN ticket to a different date in the run and you have your confirmation code from the ticket purchase, you may do so online at https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?exchange=cvlt <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001ly1LzsOoCjGLRPptNXpNsoRZMsjB-QKwVjsR-4wb_f0i…>. If you are unsure of your code or have other questions, call the Box Office at 440-247-8955 or email boxoffice(a)cvlt.org. - The production of WOMEN IN JEOPARDY! originally slated for the May-June period is currently under consideration for rescheduling. Details will be announced when they are confirmed. - The auditions for NEWSIES, which were to be held March 22/23, will be rescheduled to a later date to be determined, likely in April. Director Pamela LaForce, musical director Bret Cowden, and choreographer Jen Justice will be happy to review auditions submitted on video in the meantime. Contact newsies(a)cvlt.org to make arrangements or for other questions. - We have extended the submission period for our 10-10 FESTIVAL: YOUNG PLAYWRIGHTS EDITION to give young people out of school something to work on at home https://cvlt.org/events/1010-young-playwrights <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001ly1LzsOoCjGLRPptNXpNsoRZMsjB-QKwVjsR-4wb_f0i…>. Scripts are currently being accepted through April 1, 2020. Audition and performance dates for this event may also be subject to rescheduling. We thank our volunteers, patrons, and staff for their flexibility under these extraordinary circumstances as we make tough decisions for the safety of our community. Now more than ever, we are appreciative of donors willing to support and sustain the arts during this challenging time. Our Box Office will remain open for the foreseeable future. We will do our best to keep our patrons apprised as developments arise. We look forward to entertaining you again soon. Sincerely, Chagrin Valley Little Theatre

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MY WAY : A Musical Tribute to Frank Sinatra POSTPONED
by Bill & Mark Corcoran 14 Mar '20

14 Mar '20

MY WAY : A Musical Tribute to Frank Sinatra POSTPONED Theatre in the Circle is unique, but not immune to the community Covid-19 precautions. MY WAY: A Musical Tribute to Frank Sinatra, is postposed and will be rescheduled for sometime later this summer. Currently Judson Manor and all the Judson communities are on a modified lock-down: no visitors unless they're providing critical services. Personally, we would argue that musical theater performers do provide critical services, but we’d lose the argument here very quickly. At least 40% of our audience is senior citizens, the most vulnerable group this viral pandemic, so Judson and we are being understandably very protective. Our venue seats 120, just over the Governor’s prohibition on public gatherings and fear of contagion would likely keep our audiences away. Tickets already purchased will be refunded on request or honored for the same performance day of the week/time on a new date or exchanged when we announce new dates. In this time no handshakes, no hugs and cough-in-your-sleeve-six-feet-apart, forget the fist bumps, elbow taps and shoe shuffles (which we really don’t get at all - if you’re going to say hello with your feet, do it with a time step fer chrissakes - and a 5.6.7.8 ), we think as a community of musical-theater-loving folks, we ought to greet each other and the world with jazz hands! Spread the word - and the joy - jazz hands! Bill & Mark Corcoran theatreinthecircle(a)gmail.com 1890 East 107th St., Apt. 520 Cleveland, OH 44106 (216) 282-9424

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Cleveland Theatres Who Have Been Affected
by Tim Collingwood (via Google Docs) 14 Mar '20

14 Mar '20

I've shared an item with you: Cleveland Theatres Who Have Been Affected https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XOtkPBAPFxbnq5e-GN3bZbF91NIQRxxXMMgAS4F… It's not an attachment -- it's stored online. To open this item, just click the link above. Please post this list so we can help each other in this troubled time.

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GIDION'S KNOT performances cancelled
by convergence-continuum 14 Mar '20

14 Mar '20

Due to thecurrent health crisis, all performances of GIDION’S KNOT, the run of which hadbeen scheduled March 20-April 11, have been cancelled. While this is a disappointing turn of events,the health and safety of our patrons, artists, and staff is, of course, of prime concern in the current circumstances. Any individualswho have tickets for GIDION’S KNOT may exchange their tickets for another showlater in our season or request a refund. We will be reaching out to thosepatrons at this time. Please checkour website (convergence-continuum.org) for the full slate of exciting new playsin our 2020 “Fight Back!” Season. Nextup is the dark-comedy / political satire, ANGRY FAGS, by Topher Payne, openingMay 15.

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A Nonprofit Fund to Help Filmmakers
by Alex P. Michaels 14 Mar '20

14 Mar '20

A Nonprofit Fund to Help Filmmakers Prelude2Cinema wants to wish everyone the Best in this Difficult and Changing Times. We also want to remind people of the huge film community here. We have established a nonprofit fund for movies here that filmmakers can apply to to use to raise funds for their movies. We also want to offer a platform for other filmmakers to show past work. Our job is to entertain people with stories of all types. So if you wish us to promote your movie, please contact us. As a business, of course Prelude2Cinema will retain a percent of income, but we will not charge any upfront fees to support other filmmakers. We wish everyone the best. Remember Listen to the Truth. Treat others Kindly. Keep Making Art. For info on our nonprofit fund and submitting a movie, go to http://prelude2cinema.com/movies/ Sincerely, Alex P. Michaels Cleveland Cinema Czar Prelude2Cinema http://www.prelude2cinema.com "Starving Artists 2 Working Artists” We Luv our Fans Subscribe 2 Our Fan Club & Be Rewarded https://www.patreon.com/prelude2cinema

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Performances at Curtains! Mystery Theatre to Continue!
by Matthew J. Wilks 13 Mar '20

13 Mar '20

Because our venue is well below the state emergency guidlines, Curtains! Mystery Theatre is still accepting reservations for Sherlock Holems radio mystery this Sunday evening at 6:30. Good food, vintage entertainment! Come see us and escape back to the Golden Age of Radio************************************************Curtains! Mystery TheatreTickets are now available for the premiere performance of"The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes" An Old Time Radio Show Presented at the Spaghetti Warehouse in Akron, Ohio Sundays March 15 & 22, April 19 & 26 6:30 PMTime travel to the 1940's and be in the audience of a radio broadcast. See the visual production of sound effects as the actors unravel these classic mystery programs: "The Haunting Hour" and "Sherlock Holmes and the Tolling Bell."For Tickets visit curtainsmysterytheatre.comDiscounts available for parties of 8 or more. To book a group or for more information call Toll free 888.mre.prtz (673-7789)

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Arlene Cassara Dance & Theater Center is OPEN and DANCING!
by Nicci Cassara Billington 13 Mar '20

13 Mar '20

Arlene Cassara Dance & Theater Center in North Olmsted is OPEN and offering special drop-in class options (controlled attendance). Please contact studio via Facebook or webpage.

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CVLT extends deadline for kids' one-act submissions until April 1
by Andrew Rothman 13 Mar '20

13 Mar '20

CVLT's "10-10 Festival: Young Playwrights Edition" Deadline Extended to April 1 CHAGRIN FALLS, Ohio — For over a decade, Chagrin Valley Little Theatre has brought one-acts by playwrights from around the world to its smaller River Street Playhouse stage for the biennial *10-10 Festival*. In 2018, the organization launched a "Young Playwrights" edition to alternate summers with its older sibling, presenting plays penned by kids of all ages. The Theatre's committee is now in the play-reading phase of preparation for the second run of this event and is considering original 10-minute scripts by playwrights ages 18 and under. *Because of the number of young people who will now be off of school over the coming weeks and may be looking for something to do with their time, CVLT has extended the deadline to April 1, 2020.* The selected plays, which may cover any topic and feature actors of all ages, will be staged in July/August as the closing production of CVLT's 90th Season. The 2018 edition featured scripts by talented kids from Cleveland and surrounding suburbs, as well as submissions by students in Utah and California. The works included fairytales, wild comedies, family drama, and scenes of burgeoning love. For complete rules and an online submission form, students, parents, and teachers can visit https://cvlt.org/events/1010-young-playwrights. Questions may be directed to 1010(a)cvlt.org. CVLT is generously funded by Cuyhoga County residents through Cuyahoga Arts and Culture and supported by the Ohio Arts Council, CVLT is a proud member of the American Association of Community Theatre. ###

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