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$20 Benefit Tix- CPH's "A CHRISTMAS STORY" on 12/15 (for CSU Scholarships)
by Theatre 12 Nov '19

12 Nov '19

----------------------------------------------------------------------------- $20.00 CSU BENEFIT Performance of Cleveland Play House’s A CHRISTMAS STORY Sunday, December 15, 2019 @ 2:30pm Please join in supporting Cleveland State University Theatre & Dance<http://www.csuohio.edu/theatre> Students in a very easy way – by seeing a show! Not just any show, but a $20.00 Benefit showing of Cleveland Play House’s A CHRISTMAS STORY on Sunday, December 15, 2019! How does it work? These $20.00 BENEFIT tickets on this special one-show-only BENEFIT are over ½ off a regular ticket price, and proceeds from this performance go to SCHOLARSHIPS for CSU Theatre and Dance students. Just purchase<http://www.clevelandplayhouse.com/> $20.00 Benefit tickets using code “BENCSU” for the $20.00 BENEFIT showing of A CHRISTMAS STORY at Cleveland Play House on Sunday, December 15, 2019 at 2:30pm. Must use code BENCSU to get the price, and for CSU to get the Scholarship credit. It’s a win-win: you get to see a great show for a fraction of the cost, and CSU Theatre and Dance students get the benefit of a continued education through the generosity of patrons like you and from our partners at Cleveland Play House<http://www.clevelandplayhouse.com/>. These tickets are open to everyone. TO PURCHASE: Online: Visit www.clevelandplayhouse.com<http://www.clevelandplayhouse.com>, click “Purchase Tickets”, scroll to enter promo code BENCSU, and hit GO. Your code will be active! Then select the 12/15/19 date of the benefit for A CHRISTMAS STORY, select your seats and follow the instructions from there. CODE ONLY GOOD for the 12/15/19, 2:30pm show. Phone: Call 216-241-6000 and mention that you’d like the CSU $20.00 Benefit price for the 12/15/19 Benefit Show date of A CHRISTMAS STORY. Mention promo code BENCSU. In Person: Visit the Playhouse Square Ticket Office (in the State Theatre) and mention that you’d like the $20.00 CSU Benefit price for the 12/15/19 Benefit A CHRISTMAS STORY (use code BENCSU). On show night, tickets can also be purchased right at the Allen Theatre Complex beginning an hour before the performance. All CSU/CPH BENEFIT SHOWS take place at the Allen Theatre Complex at Playhouse Square – 1407 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44115. For more information on Cleveland State University Theatre and Dance Benefits, visit: http://www.csuohio.edu/class/theatre-dance/csu-cph-benefits -----------------------------------------------------------------------------

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DEAD MAN'S CELL PHONE by Sarah Ruhl at Baldwin Wallace University
by sara＠sarawhale.com 12 Nov '19

12 Nov '19

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KENNELLY Review: The Band's Visit @ Playhouse Square
by Laura Kennelly 12 Nov '19

12 Nov '19

*BOTTOM LINE: Tonic for the mind and soul. Watching it is like watching a tale from the *Thousand and One Nights *come to life. Moonlight, romance, music, and longing combine to weave a subtle musical magic in only 90 minutes.* For full review see: https://coolcleveland.com/2019/11/theater-review-the-bands-visit-playhouse-…

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Auditions for The Wind in the Willows
by Will C Crosby 11 Nov '19

11 Nov '19

LESS THAN A MONTH AWAY!! SIGN UP TODAY!!! Medina County Show Biz Presents Auditions for THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS SATURDAY DECEMBER 7th 2pm-6pm SUNDAY DECEMBER 8th 6pm-10pm Potential Callbacks MONDAY DECEMBER 9th 6pm-10pm Sign up for an Audition Slot Here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0d4fafa629abf85-thewind Location: Auditions will be held at Medina United Methodist Church (4747 Foote Road) Directed by Will C. Crosby Musically Directed by Carey Knox Choreography by Alex Craig Assistant Directed by James Kovach Stage Management by Vanessa Yovanovich Pit Direction By Mike McClintok Costume Design by Kaylea Kudlaty PRODUCTION DATES: March 6th-15th (Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm, Sundays at 2pm) Regular Rehearsals will start January 4th. Rehearsals will be held based on actor availability. 4-5 days a week expected. Sunday-Thursday 6:30-9:30 Questions? Contact the director, Will C. Crosby – Willcodycrosby(a)gmail.com PREPARATION Please prepare 2 contrasting songs (32 bars) in the style of the show. Bring sheet music in the appropriate key (accompanist will be provided). Bring a headshot and resume if you have them. Please bring a list of conflict dates you may have during the rehearsal period. No conflicts will be accepted for any performance dates or during tech week. Medina does not offer union contracts or cast understudies and all performers are volunteers. THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS Music by George Stiles Lyrics by Anthony Drewe Book by Julian Fellowes Based on the book by Kenneth Grahame Original Production Produced by Jamie Hendry Show Information: This riotous comedy follows Mole, Rat, Badger, and the impulsive Mr. Toad, whose insatiable need for speed lands him in serious trouble. With his beloved home under threat from the notorious Chief Weasel and his gang of sinister Wild Wooders, Toad must attempt a daring escape leading to a series of misadventures and a heroic battle to recapture Toad Hall. Full of humor, wit, a gorgeous, soaring score, and heartwarming lessons of friendship, THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS is the perfect fit for family audiences everywhere. THIS IS THE ALL AGES OHIO PREMIERE. Casting Requirements-Looking for a cast of 30, This show will have an Multi-Generational Cast. Looking for between 8-12 children and 20 teens and adults. Portia- A young otter pup always getting herself into trouble. Gender: Female Age: 12-16 Voice Part: Mezzo Soprano Mole- A curious mole new to the neighborhood looking for friendship and adventure. Gender: Male Age: 16-30 Voice Part:Tenor Rat- A Rat very much stuck in his ways and against change, however a true friend at heart and always kind to those he cares about. Gender: Male Age:25-40 Voice Part: Baritone Ms. Otter- Portia’s Mother, always chasing her daughter and trying to keep her safe. Gender: Female Age: 30-60 Voice Part: Mezzo Alto Toad- A Bold Self Centered Toad, Always interested in the next big thing, his flippant attitude gets him into trouble. Deep down has a heart of gold. Gender: Male Age: 20-30 Voice Part: High Tenor Chief Weasel- A sneaky weasel trying to take over toad hall, the main antagonist of the story. Gender: Male/Female Age: 20-40 Voice Part:High Tenor Mr. Badger- A wise leader, caring friend, and overall wonderful animal. Leads the friends on a quest to restore order in the neighborhood. Gender: Male Age: 30-60 Voice Part: Baritone Horse- The Carriage Driver, Must Tap Dance, fun feature solo for a strong dancer and vocalist. Gender: Female Age: 16-40 Voice Part: Mezzo Alto Lesser Weasel- Chiefs sidekick and punching bag, great comedic timing is a must. Gender: Male Age: 16-30 Voice Part: Baritone Sheryl Stoat- Chiefs sidekick, much smarter than all the other weasels. Great dancer is a must! Gender: Female Age: 18-30 Voice Part: Mezzo Soprano The Galloers Daughter- A sneaky washer woman who helps toad escape from prison, has a big duet in act 2 with toad. Gender:Female Age:16-30 Voice Part: Mezzo Soprano Mr. Hedgehog- A cautious and nervous father Gender: Male Age: 25-50 Voice Part: Baritone Mrs. Hedgehog- A Cautious and Nervous Mother Gender: Male Age: 25-50 Voice Part:Mezzo Soprano Two Hedgehog Children- Cautious and Nervous Children Gender: Male/Female Age:8-14 Voice Part: Childrens Voice Three Swallows (April, May, and June)- Swallows Heading South for the Winter, Big Trio Song in Act 1, Will double as Weasels Gender: Female Age: 12-24 Voice Part: Strong Mature Voices, All Vocal Parts The Barge Woman- A Loud and Annoying Barge Woman who Toad tries to scam out of food and shelter but is to smart for him. Gender: Female Age: 30-60 Voice Part: Alto The Judge-An Unfair Judge who will do anything to put Toad in Jail. Gender:Male Age: 30-60 Voice Part: Baritone Ensemble (Bank Animals, Field Mice, Weasels, Humans) All Ensemble members will have many featured moments in the show, All Genders, Body Types, and Ethnicities will be considered for all parts. Most Characters will play multiple parts. Questions? Contact the director, Will C. Crosby –Willcodycrosby(a)gmail.com

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PART-TIME POSITION @ FRENCH CREEK
by fctheatre 11 Nov '19

11 Nov '19

Program Reservationist Location: French Creek Nature Center Rate of Pay: $12.17 per hour Job Description: Performs a variety of clerical and secretarial duties including typing correspondence, and taking reservations. Collecting money, daily revenue balancing, greeting visitors, answering phones, and maintaining files, records and reports. Performs a wide range of program and staff scheduling, along with informational and preparatory support for programming. Minimum Qualifications: Completion of secondary education; some college work preferred in the field of administrative support, public relations, customer service, data entry, point-of-sale accounting, or equivalent. Minimum of two years work experience in the prior mentioned field. Strong clerical, customer service, reservation-taking, and organizational skills necessary. Experience in collection of money, balancing, scheduling and public service preferred. Must possess a valid Ohio driver's license and undergo background check. Must obtain CPR certification within two months of hire. Lorain County Metro Park District policy prohibits hiring new employees who use tobacco. For a complete job description and qualifications list, contact Brian McNally. Interested applicants should submit an application and resume by 4:30 p.m. on Friday, November 15, 2019 to: Brian McNally, Cultural Arts Manager Lorain County Metro Parks 12882 Diagonal Rd. LaGrange, OH 44050 440 949 5200 x229 bmcnally(a)loraincountymetroparks.com<mailto:bmcnally@loraincountymetroparks.com> Lorain County Metro Parks is an equal opportunity employer.

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Macbeth at Shaker Hts HS
by Scott Sumerak 11 Nov '19

11 Nov '19

Shaker Theatre Arts presents Shakespeare’s Macbeth November 14-16 at 7 pm in the Shaker Hts HS Auditorium. 15911 Aldersyde Dr. in Shaker Hts. Tickets are $5 for students and seniors and $10 for adults. Www.shaker.tix.com Scott J. Sumerak 773-859-0610

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Rabbit Run Theater Seeking Youth Theater Camp Director
by RRCAA 11 Nov '19

11 Nov '19

Rabbit Run Theater is hiring a Youth Theater Camp Director Date: November 11, 2019 DEADLINE TO APPLY: January 17, 2020 Job Overview: The Youth Theater Camp Director reports to the Executive Director as a seasonal independent contractor position. Salary range is commensurate with experience, and is highly competitive based on comparable theatres in the region. The Youth Theater Camp Director will have the freedom to operate independently but will work closely with the Executive Director in developing programming and hiring staff. The successful candidate will be highly organized with previous experience directing youth productions in both a traditional theater and a camp-structured setting and have an interest in returning each summer to expand the program. The Youth Theater Camp Director will develop and implement a series of week-long summer camps for ages 4 8 and 8 15. The current camp structure allows for families to attend one camp or, for older campers, to build a more intensive experience by returning for multiple camps through the summer. TO APPLY: Interested candidates should email cover letter, résumé, and references to: rabbitrunoffice(a)windstream.net. Subject header should read: [LAST NAME], Youth Theater Camp Director. The deadline to apply is Friday, January 17, 2020. DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION: Develop and implement a series of week-long summer camps Oversee hiring and daily responsibilities of camp staff and engage community volunteers when appropriate QUALIFICATIONS: Exceptional staff and youth management skills Strong communication skills Ability to collaborate and be a team player Proficient skills in all aspects of theater Experience managing expenses and budgets Previous experience directing theater in a camp setting EXPERIENCE: Preferably 2 years of experience working in a small scale theatre Some staff management and administrative experience # # #

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Rabbit Run Theater seeking Costume Designer
by RRCAA 11 Nov '19

11 Nov '19

Rabbit Run Theater is hiring a Costume Designer Date: November 11, 2019 DEADLINE TO APPLY: January 17, 2020 Job Overview: The Costume Designer (CD) reports to the Executive Director as a production-specific, independent contractor position. Salary range is commensurate with experience, and is highly competitive based on comparable theatres in the region. The CD will have the freedom to operate independently but must have the ability to work closely with the director and season producer. The successful candidate will have the ability to sew, tailor, and work with multiple different periods and styles. RRT has an extensive period costume collection and existing relationships for affordable costume rentals. The CD is expected to work within a specified budget, attend production meetings, schedule measurement appointments and costume fittings with the production stage manager and attend each rehearsal during tech week (typically 6:00 10:30 pm) through Opening Night of each production. The CD is also responsible for any mending or replacement of costumes during the run of each production and for the cleaning and return of any rentals at the end of the production. Weekly cleaning of costumes is handled through an outside source. The two productions available for the upcoming 2020 season include: KISS ME KATE First Tech: May 24, 2020 / Performances: May 29 June 13, 2020 NEWSIES First Tech: July 5, 2020 / Performances: July 10 18, 2020 TO APPLY: Interested candidates should email cover letter, résumé, and references to: rabbitrunoffice(a)windstream.net. Subject header should read: [LAST NAME], COSTUME DESIGNER. The deadline to apply is Friday, January 17, 2020. DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION: Work with director and producer to ensure designs are within budget and appropriate to the vision and style of the production Design and construct or arrange rental of costumes for production Engage, and oversee community volunteers when appropriate Mend or replace costumes as needed and arrange for rental returns at the end of the production QUALIFICATIONS: Exceptional project management skills Strong communication skills Ability to collaborate and be a team player Proficient technical skills in period-specific design and sewing Experience managing expenses and budgets EXPERIENCE: Preferably 2 years of experience working in a small scale theatre Some staff management and administrative experience # # #

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Hip Hop Instructor needed at Beck Center for the Arts
by Julie Gilliland 11 Nov '19

11 Nov '19

Beck Center for the Arts in Lakewood seeks a Hip Hop Instructor from January to May 2020 every Wednesday from 4:15 pm to 7:00 pm. Visit https://www.beckcenter.org/about/employment for more details. Apply by sending your resume and information to Melanie Szucs at mszucs(a)beckcenter.org<mailto:mszucs@beckcenter.org>.

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Auditions: Tuesday, Nov. 26 & Wednesday, Nov. 27 for "An Act of the Imagination"
by news＠clagueplayhouse.org 11 Nov '19

11 Nov '19

An Act of the Imagination A Who Dun-It with a twist by Bernard Slade Directed by Rose Leininger Auditions: Tuesday, November 26 and Wednesday, November 27 at 7:00pm Production Dates: March 13 - April 5, 2020 on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm and Sundays at 2 pm Roles Available: 3 men, 4 women. English dialects will be encouraged. Characters: Arthur Putnam - mid to late 50's, unromantic looking, appealing eccentric Julia Putnam - mid to late 40's, beautiful, warm, and graceful Simon Putnam - mid 20's impetuous, attractive and very charming Detective Sergeant Fred Burchitt - mid 50's or older, friendly and sincere Holly Adams - mid 20's, vivacious, pretty, enthusiastic Brenda Simmons - late 20's, off best, pretty, unpredictable, slightly unkept Brooks Carmichael - 30's, beautiful with an unforced elegance and charm The Story: This who dun-it play centers around a successful mystery writer novelist who has written a manuscript that is not of his usual genre. Once he gets his wife's approval of the adulterous romance novel, things begin to happen. Open auditions will be cold readings from the script. No appointment is necessary. Auditions will be held at Clague Playhouse, 1371 Clague Road, Westlake. Please bring a head shot and resume, if available. If not, a photo will be taken as needed. Please visit <http://www.clagueplayhouse.org/> www.clagueplayhouse.org to download and print an <http://clagueplayhouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/ClagueAuditionForm18- 1.pdf> audition form. A limited number of perusal scripts are available to borrow for 3 days with a $10 refundable deposit from the Clague Playhouse Box Office (Wed.-Sat. 1-6pm). All perusal scripts must be returned by Saturday, November 23, 2019.

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