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Opening Friday! Statements After an Arrest Under the Immorality Act at con-con
by convergence-continuum 21 May '19

21 May '19

OPENING THIS FRIDAY! AT CONVERGENCE-CONTINUUM STATEMENTS AFTER AN ARREST UNDER THE IMMORALITY ACT BY ATHOL FUGARD, DIRECTED BY TERRENCE SPIVEY Convergence-continuum presents _Statements After an Arrest Under the Immorality Act _by legendary South African playwright Athol Fugard, running May 24 – June 15._ _This intense and poetic drama is the second in con-con’s 2019 *Star-Crossed* Season, and is directed by Terrence Spivey, with actors Corin B. Self, Jill Kenderes and Soren Russell . Set in apartheid South Africa, where relationships across the color bar were a criminal offence, two lovers - a black man and white woman - meet secretly in the library where she works to make love and share their hopes and fears. A neighbor reports them to the police who then secretly photograph them, break in, and arrest the couple under the heartless Immorality Act then in effect. The play is a compelling and deeply moving love story in which the physically and emotionally naked lovers expose their deepest longings for personal and emotional freedom. [NOTE: this play contains nudity] _Statements _ opens this Friday and runs Thurs-Sat at 8 pm through June 15 at the Liminis Theater, 2438 Scranton Rd, Cleveland 44113 in the historic Tremont neighborhood. Tickets available at convergence-continuum.org [1] and 216-687-0074: $20 general admission, $15 seniors (65+) and $10 students. Thursday discount tickets are $15 gen. adm., $12 seniors and $8 students. _--------------------------------------------------- _ ____ This production of _Statements After an Arrest Under the Immorality Act _is supported in part by the residents of Cuyahoga County through a public grant from Cuyahoga Arts & Culture. Links: ------ [1] http://convergence-continuum.org

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Auditions: Live Bodies for Sale
by Playwrights Local 21 May '19

21 May '19

CASTING CALL PLAYWRIGHTS LOCAL www.playwrightslocal.org Live Bodies for Sale Written by Christopher Johnston Directed by Terrence Spivey November 22 - December 15, 2019 Playwrights Local is casting for the world premiere production of Live Bodies for Sale, a new play by Cleveland-based author Christopher Johnston. This documentary-style work captures the human trafficking crisis in present-day Ohio, presenting monologues and scenes derived from interviews with real-life survivors, advocates, law enforcement officers, and legal sources. The production will open in November 2019 and will be directed by Terrence Spivey, Scene magazine’s “Best Director” for 2017. Reply with a preferred audition time to info(a)playwrightslocal.org. Or, bring a resume and headshot to one of the open time periods. All openings are paid, professional positions compensated on the non-Equity scale. Audition Dates - Wednesday, May 29: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Saturday, June 1: 11:00am - 2:00 pm - Callbacks: Monday, June 3: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Audition Location Creative Space at Waterloo Arts; 397 East 156th St; Cleveland Company Contact info(a)playwrightslocal.org | (216) 302-8850 Open Roles - Nicole Griffin -- Female, Black, late 30s-early 40s -- attractive and vibrant - Lauren Byrd -- Female, White/Native American, mid/late 40s -- looks and acts like she’s had a hard life - Shanice Day -- Female, Black, 50s -- a little worn but outgoing and energetic - Martina Frantonio -- Female, White, early/mid 60s -- quiet, but well-spoken; attractive, but has been through tough times - Tammy Hendricks -- Female, Black, late 20s - Detective -- Male, Black, 40s-50s -- straightforward, tall, imposing, former athlete, "just the facts"; honest and committed - Prosecutor -- Male, white, 40s-50s -- slender; intelligent, but down to earth with a good, sense of humor; executive-like ========================================== Audition Activities - Sides from the play (including monologues and scenes; possibly two 3-minute, contrasting monologues) - Some movement and possibly improvisation Notices - Participants will not be required to perform high-risk activities as part of the auditions - Participants will not be charged to audition - Auditions will not be recorded - Participants will be notified by the producer if they are called back but not cast - All potential participants can decline auditions without fear of losing future invitations CLEan House Playwrights Local is a CLEan House Theatre. This means we are committed to being a space free of harassment based on sex, gender, race, religion, class, ethnicity, nationality, political belief, or ability. We are committed to being a safe environment that fully allows us to challenge ourselves, our audiences, and our communities; that supports creative risks of mind and body; and that establishes the freedom to create theatre that represents the full range of human experience. Find info on this policy on our website at http://www.playwrightslocal.org/clean-house-standards/. ========================================== Additional Production Info Rehearsals begin: October 21, 2019 Rehearsal hours: Weekday evenings & weekend afternoons TBD Tech begins: November 15 Opening: November 22 Closing: December 15 ========================================== About the Company Playwrights Local <http://www.playwrightslocal.org/> is a theater company based in Cleveland. Billed as a playwrights’ center, the organization’s goal is to provide a home for dramatic writing in Northeast Ohio. Playwrights Local offers classes and workshops, produces original plays, provides networking opportunities, and engages the community through outreach projects. Tax-deductible contributions to this 501(c)(3) group can be made at http://playwrightslocal.org/donate/.

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Summer Auditions? Voice Lessons with Dr. Christopher Hutton
by Christopher Hutton 21 May '19

21 May '19

Spring auditions and soon to be Fall auditions and are you prepared? Dr. Christopher Hutton, Baritone, is taking new voice students and excited to get you physically and mentally prepared for auditions and performances. Dr. Hutton has a Masters Degree and Doctorate of Music Arts degrees in Vocal Pedagogy (Science of Singing) from Arizona State University, and is fluent in teaching both belting/music theatre technique and classical technique. Christopher attended Youngstown State University where he received his Bachelors in Voice Performance. He has also performed opera at regional opera houses for over thirteen years. Dr. Hutton offers free consultations to those interested before committing to the voice studio. You may contact Dr. Hutton via email at cjhutton70@yahoo. (mailto:cjhutton70@yahoo.com)com or 330-301-6334. Lessons will take place on Saturday morning/afternoon. Lessons will prepare each student for school Regional and All-State auditions, theatre auditions and college auditions in voice performance and musical theater. Lesson options are as follows: One-Hour, Forty-Five minute, Thirty minute Lesson. Students range from all ages and those who have an interest in classical and musical theatre. Students consist of all ages and center around high school or younger who show an interest in performing at local theaters and their school choral and musical productions. Call or email for more details. Regards, Christopher Some of Dr. Hutton’s performances can be found at the following links: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jEvBkg9hRnE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bQF0EsTHoH8 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qAPHEuXEeoY

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CPT seeking Proposals for Pandemonium 2019: Alchemy
by Beth Wood 21 May '19

21 May '19

Pandemonium 2019: ALCHEMY is Saturday, September 7th DEADLINE FOR ARTIST PROPOSALS IS MONDAY, JUNE 10th, 2019. On Saturday, September 7th, 2019 CPT will present its annual fundraising extravaganza and "Party of the Year" - Pandemonium 2019: ALCHEMY. Featuring dozens of area theatre, dance, visual and performance artists and with fabulous food and drink, Pandemonium 2019 is a benefit like no other and an opportunity for you to be a featured artist. The Pandemonium team is seeking proposals from extraordinary theatre, music, performance poetry, dance, visual and multimedia artists. Pandemonium 2019 is a benefit event and all proceeds go to support Cleveland Public Theatre's mission on stage and in the community: creating and presenting challenging and inspiring performance work, ensuring that emerging artists and small performance companies have opportunities to participate in the arts, and sustain CPT's work with urban youth and adults in transition. In its 30+ years on Cleveland's near westside, CPT has been a catalyst for economic activity, job creation, private-sector investment in the community and led to the area's designation as an arts district. Click here<https://www.cptonline.org/uncategorized/cpt-announces-request-for-proposals…> to find out how you can be a part of the magic. Beth Wood Associate Artistic Director & Director of Production Cleveland Public Theatre 216.631.2727 ext.206

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REVIEW: TITANIC The Musical at Players Guild Theatr
by Tom Wachunas 21 May '19

21 May '19

Treading Water, Valiantly By Tom Wachunas “…And the night wasalive/ With a thousand voices /Fighting to be heard /And each and every one ofthem /Connected to me...” - lyrics by Maury Yeston from “The Night Was Alive” for Titanic – The Musical A confession: At this writing, I am overcomewith mixed feelings in a sea of sad ironies. Not the least of those is thatopening night of the Players Guild production of Titanic – The Musical came so soon (May 17) after the suddenpassing on May 9 of 55 year-old Scott Sutton. Through decades,his work as lighting designer and sound engineer brought magical dimensionality to hundreds of PlayersGuild productions, including the spectacular artistry of his final project inApril, Jesus Christ Superstar. It’snot unreasonable to think that processing the loss of such a vital and belovedmember of the Guild family might profoundly affect how the cast members -directed by Jonathan Tisevich – would rise to the challenge of insightfullyfocusing their hearts and minds on navigating the Titanic narrative (story and book by Peter Stone, music and lyricsby Maury Yeston). And that’s another irony. For here is a story - an operaticvoyage, really – about unexpected tragedy, the promise and fragility of humandreams, and mortality itself. So in one sense, perhaps the emotive core ofthis show is to be found in the genuinely valiant efforts of the performers tosomehow bind the weighty pall of their personal bereavement to the hopes,aspirations, and worldviews of the people they’re portraying. Still, the energypouring from the stage is a wandering one, feeling oddly sporadic and numbingat times. It’s as if all these characters can do is to dutifully tread the coldwater of circumstance. To be fair, the underminingflaws in this production are, for the most part, not the fault of the clearlygifted cast (though there are some distinctly off-pitch singing passages), butrather in the decidedly flaccid songwriting. While the live orchestra conductedby Steve Parsons plays superbly enough (as it always does), the music as awhole is not particularly remarkable. Themelodies themselves are largely impotent, doing little to evoke palpableurgency or suspense, despite some impassioned delivery from accomplished singers.Though too few and far between, the moments when the music is at its mostpowerful are those featuring choral singing from the full company, magnificentin its sheer aural opulence of thunderous, soaring harmonies. There are some compelling dramatic scenes herethat keep this “ship of dreams” afloat long enough for us to savor intervals ofauthentic anger, pathos, tenderness, and exhilaration. Daryl Robinson is aquietly riveting picture of broodingobsession as he plays Andrews, the designer of the Titanic who never stopslooking at his blueprints. As Captain Smith, Jim Graysmith is a cold figure,stern and aloof in the night atop his bridge, seemingly uncaring about thesafety of his passengers. Similarly uncaring, Todd Cooper is sinister hubrisand unbridled pride personified in his role of Ismay, Titanic’s owner,insisting that his property set a new trans-Atlantic speed record. In astartling song titled The Blame, thethree of them engage in a chaotic flurry of insults and vicious finger-pointingas the ill-fated vessel begins to sink. On a gentler note, HeidiSwinford is all impish charm in her role of Alice Beane, a second-classpassenger humorously swooning over and idolizing the wealthy first-classcelebrities on board, all bedecked in flamboyant period costumes designed byStephen Ostertag (oh! those ridiculous ladies’ hats!). Kaelin Curran, AlexisWilson, and Morgan Brown are deliciously animated as a giddy trio of young,third-class Irish women, each named Kate, each dreaming of the good life inAmerica. Meanwhile, Sarah Marie Young as Caroline, along with Andrew Bolden asCharles, are thoroughly captivating as they look forward to married life. Theirduet, I Give You My Hand, isespecially commanding. Another most tender and endearing duet, The Proposal / The Night Was Alive,features Sean Fleming playing a stoker named Barrett, and Michael Jeffrey Lucasas Bride, who works in the ship’s teletype room. As Bride taps out Barrett’sdictated marriage proposal to his distant girlfriend, the two men are joined ina mesmerizing moment of contrapuntal harmony. Theset designed by Joshua Erichsen is a transfixing apparition of steel ramps,scaffolds, railings, and columns superimposed with projected mechanicaldrawings. It effectively captures the metaphorical spirit and epic scale of thehistoric vessel, described in the song InEvery Age as, “…a humanmetropolis... A complete civilization! Sleek! And fast! At once a poem and theperfection of physical engineering...” A completecivilization indeed. Sleek, fast, destined for disaster. Perfection? To apoint, yes, as in…perfectly ironic. Titanic: The Musical/ ThroughJune 2, 2019, on the Players Guild Mainstage, Cultural Center for the Arts,1001 Market Ave. N, Canton, Ohio / showsat 8 p.m. on May 24, 25, 30, 31 and June 1 / shows at 2 p.m. on May 26 and June 2 / TICKETS: $32 adult, $29 seniors 65 andolder, $25 for 17 and younger / at www.PlayersGuildTheatre.com and 330-453-7617. For other reviews and commentaries by Tom Wachunas on theperforming and visual arts in the greater Canton area, please visit his blog,ARTWACH, at www.artwach.blogspot.com

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Save The Dates: BINGO!
by Sparano, Jenniver 21 May '19

21 May '19

The time has come around again for the annual evening of musical comedy and mayhem for a good cause! That's right, it's this year's event to benefit the AIDS Taskforce of Greater Cleveland and the Community AIDS Network/Akron Pride Initiative (CANAPI)... This year, we're excited to present BINGO! The Winning Musical By Michael Heitzman, Ilene Reid, and David Holcenberg Grab your troll doll and your dauber, because it's Bingo night with Minnie and her regulars! As these wacky, Bingo-loving gals gather for their weekly ritual, emotions run high...by the time the night is through, secrets are discovered, grudges are settled, and everyone has something to celebrate - including lucky winners from the audience, as they play Bingo along with the characters. The big winners are ATFGC and CANAPI, as we raise money to support the work that they do to stop the spread of HIV in our community and support those living with the virus. There are only TWO performances of BINGO!, so save the date, call a friend, and make plans to attend! On Monday, August 19, 2019, we will perform at the Cassidy Theatre in Parma Heights. On Monday, August 26, 2019, we will perform at Weathervane Playhouse in Akron's Merriman Valley! Tickets for both performances will be on sale shortly...watch NEOhioPAL for an announcement. "BINGO! The Winning Musical" is presented by special arrangement with SAMUEL FRENCH, INC., a Concord Theatricals Company. We hope that you'll make special arrangements to join us for this year's benefit event! This communication may contain privileged and/or confidential information. It is intended solely for the use of the addressee. If you are not the intended recipient, you are strictly prohibited from disclosing, copying, distributing or using any of this information. If you received this communication in error, please contact the sender immediately and destroy the material in its entirety, whether electronic or hard copy. This communication may contain nonpublic personal information about consumers subject to the restrictions of the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act. You may not directly or indirectly reuse or redisclose such information for any purpose other than to provide the services for which you are receiving the information. 127 Public Square, Cleveland, OH 44114 If you prefer not to receive future e-mail offers for products or services from Key send an e-mail to mailto:DNERequests@key.com with 'No Promotional E-mails' in the SUBJECT line.

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The Dance Centre: SUMMER DANCE Opportunities!
by Heidi Glynias 21 May '19

21 May '19

The Dance CentreBy Heidi Glynias Summer Opportunities! Looking for dance opportunities this summer?! TDC is offering classes for a wide range of age and skill levels throughout the summer! Be sure to EMAIL the studio for more information and all registration paperwork!TheDanceCentreByHeidi(a)gmail.com Summer IntensiveThe Dance Centre by Heidi Glynias presents “Captivate” our Summer Intensive! Dancers will come and delve into the world of dance and performance. With guest instructors and choreographers, the dancers attending our Intensive will work hard on their technique, while also getting experiences and classes that are not a part of our normal class rotation! This is a ‘not to be missed’ event for any dancer looking to truly improve and explore their love of dance! Intermediate: July 22nd - 24thAdvanced: July 22nd - 25th For questions, registration or placement information, please email TheDanceCentreByHeidi(a)gmail.com Preschool Dance CampOur Preschool camp will be a fun experience with exploration into music, movement, art, acting and dance! With entertaining themes, your child is sure to learn something new and have a great time in the process! Ages 3-5Session 1, Trolls!: July 9th - 11thSession 2, The Greatest Circus!: August 6th - 8th Youth Dance CampOur Youth Camp is a great way to get to know The Dance Centre and dance in general! With classes in a variety of dance styles, you’ll get new experiences and meet some new friends along the way! Ages 6-8 and 9-12Session 1: July 9th - 11thSession 2: August 6th - 8th Technique Tuesdays -August 6, 13, 20 & 27thJoin TDC for technique classes to get you back in the groove before the regular season begins! A different genre each week. Drop in for 1 Tuesday or take all 4! Email for registration! Turns & LeapsJazzBalletContemporary Follow us on Facebook and Instagramto learn of even more upcoming opportunities! @thedancecentrebyheidiwww.TheDanceCentreByHeidi.com Please email with any questions or for registration paperwork! EMAIL: TheDanceCentreByHeidi(a)gmail.com

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Here We Go Again - Mamma Mia! at Cassidy Opens in 2 Weeks!
by The Cassidy Theatre 21 May '19

21 May '19

Cassidy Theatre Presents *MAMMA MIA!* June 7th - June 23rd Directed/Choreographed by Jessica Atwood Music Directed by Heidi Herczeg *What:* On a small off the coast of Greece, Sophie dreams of a perfect wedding — one which includes her father giving her away. The problem? Sophie doesn’t know who he is! Her mother Donna, the former lead singer of the 1970s pop group Donna and the Dynamos, refuses to talk about the past, so Sophie decides to take matters into her own hands. Sneaking a peek in her mother’s old diaries, she discovers three possible fathers: Sam, Bill, and Harry. She secretly invites all three to the wedding, convinced that she’ll know her father when she sees him. But when all three turn up, it may not be as clear as she thought! Told through the legendary music of ABBA, Mamma Mia! has become a worldwide sensation that has audiences everywhere dancing. *Who* Sophie Sheridan - Megan Polk Ali - Kati Sweigard Lisa - Christine Umerley Donna Sheridan - Maggie Stahl Tanya - Jen Justice Rosie - Lisa Hirzel Sky - Matthew Brightbill Pepper - Andy Hoffman Eddie - Brendan Junge Harry Bright - Tim Hirzel Bill Austin - John Hnat Sam Carmichael - Dan Polk Father Alexandrios - Bill May Ensemble - Beth Bebenroth, Greg Blocksom, Justine Blocksom, Christine Francisco, Taisim Hsu, Yuta Hsu, Sharon Joyce, Sean Lavelle, Mark Majercik, Bill May, Mark Moore, Claire Oliver, Sydney Sallee, Kayla Mae Schleimer, Camille Smith, Jay Tamilio, Katie Tillery, Kristina Zielinski *When/How* *Preview Night/Final Dress Performance: Thursday, June 6th, 8:00 p.m. Fridays/Saturdays @ 8:00 p.m. Sundays @ 3:00 p.m. Adults $20 Seniors/Students $15 *Preview Night: $10, any ticket. Box Office: (440) 842 - 4600 Mon-Tues-Thurs-Fri 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. *Online: cassidytheatre.ticketleap.com/mammamia/ *Preview Night showing may only be purchased by phone or in-person, either at the box office during business hours or at will-call the night of the event - no online orders available for Preview Night.

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Note-Oriety Show Choir Presents “We Sing, We Dream” June 13-15
by BJ M 21 May '19

21 May '19

*Note-Oriety Show Choir Annual Spring Concert* *WE SING, WE DREAM* Accompanied by a live orchestra, this musical extravaganza features original choreography, full choral numbers, soloists and small groups. Tap your feet to selections such as *We Are Family, He Lives In You (The Lion King), The Middle, How Far I’ll Go (Moana), Listen To The Music*, and many other favorite songs ranging from Broadway classics to present day pop. *SHOW TIMES:* June 13 and June 14 at 7:00 PM / June 15 at 2:00 PM *LOCATION: *Solon High School Auditorium, 33600 Inwood Drive *TICKETS:* Adult presale $10 each. $12 at the door, seniors $11, children $5 *Special pricing is available for groups of 6 or more* *For ticket information, email **noteorietyshowchoir(a)gmail.com <noteorietyshowchoir(a)gmail.com>**.* *About Note-Oriety* Now in our 51st year, Note-Oriety Show Choir performs throughout Northeast Ohio at senior facilities, nursing homes, meetings, and private parties, as well as a wide variety of community events. Semi-annual concerts are held in December and June at Solon High School. *Follow us on Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/noteorietyshowchoir>!* *Visit our website <https://www.noteorietyshowchoir.com>!*

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Leading Lady Needed! "Elizabeth Benning" role open - Young Frankenstein @ CVLT (July-August)
by Chagrin Valley Little Theatre 21 May '19

21 May '19

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