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TATTERHOOD by Julia Fisher | April 11 - 13
by Playwrights Local 10 Apr '19

10 Apr '19

Playwrights Local & The Young Playwrights Collective Present A Workshop Production of a New Musical TATTERHOOD *Book and lyrics by Julia Fisher Music by Vickey McBride Direction by Tammy Shanley* SHOWDATES April 11 - 13, 2019 Thursday - Saturday at 7:30 p.m. VENUE Creative Space at Waterloo Arts 397 East 156th Street, Cleveland, Ohio 44110 TICKETS $8 All Seats | General Admission Show Page: http://www.playwrightslocal.org/tatterhood/ Direct Tickets: https://bit.ly/2SFmeXo Group sales and other information: info(a)playwrightslocal.org | (216) 302-8856 ========================= ABOUT THE PLAY Tatterhood and Sunniva think they understand why their mother never lets them leave their castle. But when the twin princesses set out on a quest to rescue their kidnapped goat, they learn there is much more to the story than the Queen let on. Magic and danger lurk in the forest as the sisters encounter conniving trolls, condescending townspeople, a kick-lining witch, and nefarious princes…all of whom force the sheltered girls to confront how the outside world really sees them. Featuring original songs, live musical accompaniment, and daring swordplay, *Tatterhood* is a reimagining of a Norwegian fairy tale about sisterhood, identity, and trust in oneself. *Run Time: *70 minutes ================================= CAST Tatterhood……….Bri Lazarchik Sunniva……….Katie Huskey Ensemble 1……….Carrie Williams Ensemble 2……….Sam Dee CREATIVE TEAM Music Director……….Vickey McBride Social Media Promotions……….Hannah Rae Leach # # #

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FINAL WEEKEND for LITTLE WOMEN
by fctheatre 10 Apr '19

10 Apr '19

French Creek Theatre<http://metroparks.cc/theatre.php> is pleased to present... LITTLE WOMEN Music by Jason Howland Lyrics by Mindi Dickstein Book by Allan Knee Based on the novel by Louisa May Alcott Directed by Joanna May Cullinan Musical Direction by Anthony Trifiletti >From their Concord, Massachusetts home in Civil War America, Jo, Meg, Amy and Beth March plan their futures, but the present time is what they'll cherish forever. Woven together with each sister's unique flaws, hopes and dreams, the classic novel gets the musical treatment in this vibrant and stirring adaptation of Louisa May Alcott's timeless celebration of a family unbroken by life's trials. PERFORMANCES March 29 - April 14, 2019 Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30PM Sundays at 3:00PM TICKETS Adults $16-$18 Youth (under 18) $10 Call (440) 949-5200, purchase online<http://metroparks.cc/french-creek-theatre-tickets.php> or visit the FCT Box Office, open 10AM-4:30PM daily. FEATURING Neely Gavaart as Jo March Stephanie Harden as Beth March Meg Martinez as Meg March Cameron Olin as Amy March Katelyn Rotuno as Marmee March Brian Altman as Professor Bhaer Tony Heffner as Laurie Laurence Kyle Burnett as Mr. John Brooke John Polk as Mr. Laurence Samantha Ksiezyk-DeCrane as Aunt March/Mrs. Kirk Little Women Is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.MTIShows.com<http://www.MTIShows.com>

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EVENT - HERE the (improvised) Musical! - Benefit for Mass Hysteria Fest 2019
by Sam Dee 10 Apr '19

10 Apr '19

*HERE the (Improvised) Musical!* Benefit for Mass Hysteria Fest 2019 With Tara DeFrancisco & Rance Rizzutto *Mahall's Main Stage* * 13200 Madison Ave, Lakewood, OH 44107 * *April 27th- Doors at 7pm - Show at 8pm - $10* Mass Hysteria - Comedy Fest <https://www.facebook.com/masshysteriafest/> 2019's first official event! We've invited back our headliners from last year for a night of laughs, weekend workshops & to raise money for the fest! Mass Hysteria is Created by Cleveland show-runners & improvisers, Deena Nyer Mendlowitz & Sam Dee, who got excited about a weekend highlighting female run shows & improv troupes! Their first fest debuted at Forest City Brewery Oct. 4th, 5th & 6th of 2018 with loads of workshops, improv & local performances to packed crowds. Mass Hysteria is Created by women, for everyone! Our second coming will be at Mahall’s in September of 2019! Opening for HERE will be a hearty blend of Cleveland Improvisers featuring: Deena Nyer Mendlowitz Sam Dee Dionne D. Atchison Kimberly Pride Carolyn Chan Mike Frye James Angelo Catullo Scott Shepard Joseph Lewis Here the Improvised Musical with Tara DeFrancisco & Rance Rizzutto. Veteran Chicago improvisers Tara DeFrancisco and Rance Rizzutto have been performing together for well over a thousand shows and well over a decade. HERE is one of Chicago’s most lauded shows presenting the original two-person improvised musical. Chicago Tribune Critic-Recommended and called “Nothing Short of Genius” by NPR, this show has been brought to 14 countries and 40 cities worldwide. In HERE, Tara and Rance get one suggestion to create theme through an opening number, design characters and storylines inspired by that theme, and effortlessly weave the strings together to discover one piece. Funny, beautiful, and charming, HERE “has shown something new and amazing is possible in improvisation” and has been called groundbreaking by audiences around the globe. www.masshysteriafest.com | www.taraandrance.com

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This Sunday
by Cleveland City Dance 10 Apr '19

10 Apr '19

City Ballet of Cleveland 2019 AuditionDate: Sunday, April 14 Time: 1:00pm-3:00pmParents Meet and Greet during the auditionMeet with the Director at 2:30pm The City Ballet of Cleveland (CBC) audition is open to all serious dancers of ballet ages 10-21. The company has two annual performances in May and December, as well as performances at All Ohio Dance Festival, local schools and more. Applications are available at the Company bulletin board and online at www.cityballetofcleveland.org under Company information. Potential dancers do not have to be students at Cleveland City Dance. All dancers must be a minimum of 10 years old by September 2019; be currently taking ballet and jazz. Notice of nondiscriminatory policy; The City Ballet of Cleveland does not discriminate based on race, color, national and ethnic origin, ancestry or nationality in its admissions policies, scholarship programs or any other company activities administered. If you do not take ballet classes at Cleveland City Dance and make it into the Company, you would need your current dance school to sign off monthly to confirm you are taking the required dance training necessary to be a member with City Ballet of Cleveland. All potential Company members must audition in the Spring prior to the upcoming season. This includes all current Company members. There is a $25 non-refundable audition fee (cash or check). Applications are due the Wednesday, April 10 before the audition. Applications arriving after Wednesday will be assessed and additional $10. The audition class will be taught by the Company Artistic and Executive Director, Courtney J. Laves-Mearini. If unable to attend the April audition. In lieu of an in-personal audition, one may submit a DVD audition. The DVD audition requirements are: A 15-20-minute demonstration of barre and center technique. The barre technique shown should include pliés, battement tendus, battement jété, ronde de jambe, passé, développé en croix, grands battements and balances on one leg. The center technique should include adagio, pirouettes, petite allegro and grande allegro. (For advance female dancers, the center should be on pointe.) A classical variation one to two minutes in length. (On pointe for advanced ladies) This is to show your technical abilities along with performing presence. Mail the DVD with a brief resume and photograph in arabesque by Wednesday, April 10 to: City Ballet of Cleveland c/o Cleveland City Dance Attn: Artistic Director, Courtney J. Laves-Mearini 13108 Shaker Square Cleveland, Oh 44120 216-848-9088 Cleveland City Dance, Home to City Ballet of Cleveland 13108 Shaker Square Cleveland, OH 44120 www.clevelandcitydance.com / 216-295-2222

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SEEKING several more actors for TUCK EVERLASTING - "Older Winnie" "Man in Yellow Suit" "Male Ensemble" (French Creek Theatre)
by Fred Sternfeld 10 Apr '19

10 Apr '19

Hello All, Casting is nearly complete and what an amazing group it is. Several roles remain open... Link to complete info <https://docs.google.com/document/d/1FORY87R4-1I4Bk9uiIujz-3vqm9BHP1f2VfoyuG…> about the open roles as well as who is in the cast thus far. MAN IN YELLOW SUIT - Male, 60's. Obsessively seeking the magic water which will give him immortality, he will stop at nothing to achieve this end. He may be perceived by the audience to be the villain of the play, but he knows differently. OLDER WINNIE / ENSEMBLE - Seeking a female between 55 - 75 to play Winnie as part of a montage that ends the play. The actress should possess strong acting, singing and dance skills. Additionally, the actress playing older Winnie will be part of the Ensemble in the rest of the play. ONE ADDITIONAL MALE ENSEMBLE MEMBER - 18 or older. A strong singer and dancer that also plays other characters including the people working at and participating in the Fair. Link to complete info <https://docs.google.com/document/d/1FORY87R4-1I4Bk9uiIujz-3vqm9BHP1f2VfoyuG…> about the open roles as well as who is in the cast thus far. -- Fred Sternfeld http://www.fredsternfeld.com 216-496-6087

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Summer Dance & Theater Classes at Arlene Cassara Dance & Theater Center
by Nicci Cassara Billington 10 Apr '19

10 Apr '19

ACD&TC is excited to announce its 5-week summer program schedule: July 1st thru August 8th. Classes include ballet, tap, hip-hop, modern, dance team prep, childrens theater & dance story hour! Tots, youth, teens & adults / beginning, intermediate & advance levels. Our 5-Week Summer Program is a great opportunity to try something new or get back into something you love! Check out our Facebook page and/or contact us: (440) 716-1655.

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Additional Auditions for The Producers for Dancers, Tappers, & Ensemble
by Lynn Maslinski 10 Apr '19

10 Apr '19

Lorain Community Music Theater<https://www.loraincommunitymusictheater.org> is holding an additional audition for dancers and tappers (even if not strong vocally) and ensemble members for... The Producers the Mel Brooks musical Directed by Keli Schimelpfenig Musical Direction by Anthony Trifiletti Choreography by Pamela Shirtz A scheming producer and his mousy accountant aim to produce the biggest flop on Broadway in Mel Brooks' laugh-out-loud spectacle. Auditions Saturday, April 27th @ 1:00 p.m. Please email lcmtshows(a)gmail.com to register for an audition. Preparation Those auditioning will be asked to sing a 32 bar cut in a vocal selection that reflects the style of the show. Bring your sheet music in the proper key. Dress for movement, and bring tap shoes if you have them. Performances July 12th, 13th, 19th, & 20th @ 7:30 p.m. July 21st @ 2:00 p.m. Lorain Performing Arts Center Rehearsals will begin May 28th. The Producers is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.MTIShows.com<http://www.MTIShows.com>

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Do You Love Cleveland? Share that love with those considering relocating here!
by Rick Klimek 10 Apr '19

10 Apr '19

I am looking for a couple of enthusiastic, Cleveland-area Cleveland-lovers. We need a guide to conduct small tours of Cleveland focusing on lifestyle, nightlife, and housing for recruits for a local corporation. Tours are 90 minutes long, and occur once or twice per month, mid-afternoon. Most tours begin and end in Playhouse Square. Contact Rick at rick(a)clevelandrendezvous.com and share what you feel is Cleveland's biggest attribute to encourage relocating here. -- Rick Klimek 7620 Buchanan Ct. Mentor, Ohio 44060 cell 216-440-8687 ricksobe1(a)aol.com

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2019 Open Submissions - Playwrights Local
by Greg Smith (Playwrights Local) 10 Apr '19

10 Apr '19

================================================== 2019 OPEN SUBMISSIONS OF NEW PLAYS ================================================== PLAYWRIGHTS LOCAL 2019 OPEN SUBMISSION PERIOD NOW OPEN! NEW TEN-MINUTE, ONE-ACT, FULL-LENGTH, AND RADIO PLAYS BY WRITERS FROM NORTHEAST OHIO ACCEPTED FROM JANUARY 1 - APRIL 30, 2019. NO FEE FOR SUBMITTING! Playwrights Local [1] seeks original, unproduced plays for our 2019-2020 season and events, including: * Staged readings of plays of all lengths in our annual Cleveland Playwrights Festival; * Development of full-lengths in our Play Lab program; * Readings of one-acts and full-lengths in our Roundtable workshop; * Production of audio plays in our PodPlay series; * Consideration of full-lengths for production in our 2020-2021 season. Playwrights may submit up to three pieces (1 per form): * One ten-minute play (10 pages or less) * One one-act (30-60 pages) or full-length play (60-120 pages) * One radio/podcast play (25-60 pages) All unproduced, original plays for adult audiences are accepted, including one-person plays. (Not accepted: children’s plays, musicals, adaptations of copyrighted material, and translations.) Find more information at http://playwrightslocal.org/submissions/ [2]. NO SUBMISSION FEE Open to all playwrights age 18 or older who are permanent residents of any county in Northeast Ohio [3]. Submissions open at 12:01am on January 1, 2019, and close at midnight on April 30, 2019. Early submissions are encouraged. Selections will be announced by August 31, 2019. For guidelines and additional information, see http://playwrightslocal.org/submissions/ [4]. ABOUT US Playwrights Local is a 501(c)(3) theater company based in Cleveland. As a playwrights’ center, our goal is to provide a home base for all novice and experienced dramatic writers in Northeast Ohio—that is, to serve as a creative outlet for anyone interested in writing for the stage and screen. We offer free classes, produce original plays, provide networking opportunities, and engage the community through outreach projects. Playwrights Local strives to increase the impact of original theater on the community and to raise the profile of area playwrights both within Greater Cleveland and beyond. Links: ------ [1] http://www.playwrightslocal.org/ [2] http://playwrightslocal.org/submissions/ [3] https://wikitravel.org/upload/en/6/69/NE_Ohio_Counties.png [4] http://playwrightslocal.org/submissions/

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Save the Date: April 15th
by Ma'Sue Productions 09 Apr '19

09 Apr '19

Ma'Sue Productions and Akron Civic Theatre Present The Big Blue Ball May 17th, 2019 Akron Civic Theatre *182 S Main St* *Akron, OH 44308* *Tickets * *General Admission* $25 *Blue Bird Special* $20 (Through April 15th) *GET TICKETS HERE <https://www.eventbrite.com/e/big-blue-ball-tickets-58317844242>* *Bring your your blue threads and come join us for fun and fellowship as we celebrate 8 years of original work! * There will be music, a silent auction full of goods provided by businesses all over Akron and NEOhio We can't wait to see you! *Last year, *you were a part of the amazing community that *helped us raise $3,088.86 *toward matching our *Knight Challenge Arts Challenge *project “Or Does It Explode?” ( SHOWTOGO) a show first mounted in 2014, that chronicle’s black manhood, through a series of vignettes utilizing dance, poetry, rap and traditional theater forms. *Why donate this year?* We are raising funds to build infrastructure and extend our operational budget to ensure more consistent programming and the continued commitment to creating innovative, empathy-inducing work. We are growing at a rapid pace and with growth comes an increasing demand for resources and staffing. It is also extremely important for us to have our artists receive respectful and competitive compensation for their invaluable contributions to the work. This year we will be announcing our first official season and we're excited to continue to grow as company with your support. *GET TICKETS HERE <https://www.eventbrite.com/e/big-blue-ball-tickets-58317844242>*

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