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AUDITIONS! Paid jobs available - Murder Mysteries
by pommyryan2016＠gmail.com 20 Feb '19

20 Feb '19

Linda Ryan Productions will be holding open auditions this coming Saturday afternoon, with a view to finding actors to appear in upcoming Mysteries by Moushey entertainments. There are several mysteries lined up and we are looking for interested, talented actors. If cast, all actors will be paid $100 for each mystery. We have only five or six rehearsals for each mystery (all held in West Akron). SATURDAY, February 23, 2019 from 4pm to 6pm at PANERA Fairlawn (2855 West Market Street, Fairlawn - in the Target Plaza). Any questions email Linda at pommyryan2016(a)gmail.com <mailto:pommyryan2016@gmail.com> or call her at 330-801-0610.

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Musical theatre jazz class at Verb ballet
by Jailyn Harris 19 Feb '19

19 Feb '19

Musical theatre jazz class. Saturday’s at verb ballet from 1:30-2:30. Formerly taught by David Alvarez from Broadway’s billy Elliot. Drop in classes are $16 for non shaker residents/14 for shaker residents. Class is being subbed by Jailyn Sherell Harris. Credits include Pippin, Freaky Friday, sister act, and suds at American Repertory Theatre Sent from my iPhone

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MEDEA @ Baldwin Wallace University
by sara＠sarawhale.com 19 Feb '19

19 Feb '19

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Meridian Dance Concert
by Meredith Bruch 19 Feb '19

19 Feb '19

*CWRU Meridian* This spring, the Department of Dance at Case Western Reserve University will continue its 2018-2019 season with Meridian, a thesis concert featuring dance works by MFA candidate Yizhen Hu, with additional works by guest artists and CWRU alumni Karlie Budge and Yidi Lin. Performances are March 28, 29, 30 at 8 p.m. and March 31 at 2:30 p.m. at Mather Dance Center on the Case Western Reserve University campus. Yearning, a solo work choreographed by Hu, explores the experience of people who are trapped by cultural and social restrictions, and find themselves enduring intense external pressure. As they find ways to overcome these forces in order to exert their own viewpoint, the result is finding their own paths and making their own choices. A duet for two men, Synergism, explores two males who both struggle in executing certain movements. Once they come to realize that one person can facilitate another to achieve the movements that the other cannot do, they cooperate and assist each other. Hu’s Amalgamation is an abstract group piece featuring an ensemble of undergraduate and graduate students. With music by Rob Power, the work displays the process of creating a movement idea, developing it, and then reducing it back to the original. Returning to the Mather Dance Center stage is Inevitable, which explores the emotional experiences of death and loss. Hu’s choreography investigates the struggles of grief and the frustrations of helplessness, along with the realization of the unavoidable mortality of human life. Between Us, choreographed by alumni Karlie Budge and Yidi Lin, is a duet in five sections - Sneaking, Frisking, Fleeting, Floating, Seething - portraying the forming and falling out of a relationship. Budge graduated in 2016 earning her BA in dance and Lin graduated in 2016 earning her MFA in dance. The work will be performed by Yizhen Hu and Katie Nabors. Meridian runs March 28, 29, 30 at 8 p.m. and March 31 at 2:30 p.m. All performances take place at Mather Dance Center, 11201 Bellflower Road, on the Case Western Reserve University campus. Tickets are $7 for students with ID, $10 for adults 60+ and CWRU personnel, and $15 for general admission. Reservations are recommended, and may be made by calling (216) 368-5246, or online at dance.case.edu/reservations.

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REVIEW: NEXT TO NORMAL at Players Guild Theatre
by Tom Wachunas 19 Feb '19

19 Feb '19

Rising From the Wreckage By Tom Wachunas “…Who's crazy? Theone who's uncured, or maybe the one who's endured; the one who has treatmentsor the one who just lives with the pain …” - lyrics by Brian Yorkey Could any of usever experience hope without first floundering in despair? Or savor lightwithout first tasting darkness? These vexing questions and their complexrepercussions resonate throughout Next toNormal, the Pulitzer Prize-winning musical from 2010, with book and lyrics by Brian Yorkey, and music by Tom Kitt. Inaddressing them, this deeply engaging story about the damaging effects of amother’s mental illness on her whole family goes far beyond any gentle tuggingat your heartstrings. It relentlessly yanks and twists them into torturousknots. For this PlayersGuild production, Jonathan Tisevich set a very high bar for himself in hisdouble-duty as director and actor. But he and his marvelously adroit castmembers have successfully joined to become a dynamic entity. Together, they’rean astonishing family unit in their own right, telling their anguished talewith practically operatic force driven by a profound and riveting emotionalintensity. They elevate Yorkey’s lyrics – which on paper might at times seemlike so much cosmetic sentimentality – to a level of startling sincerity. Inthe process, this courageous ensemble becomes empathy itself. The tiered setdesigned by Joshua Erichsen, with its pixelated images of a house and faces onpanels floating in the air, is a stark metaphor for the fractured anddysfunctional life that has crippled the Goodman family for 16 years. Theever-shifting moods and textures of that life are sharply reflected in themusic, which is an edgy pastiche of idioms flavored with rock, countrified melancholy,and dreamy lyricism, and all superbly articulated by the small yetplush-sounding live orchestra conducted by Steve Parsons. Diana Goodman is a housewife diagnosed withsevere bipolar disorder, and hopelessly imprisoned in a futile cycle of painmanagement protocols including an arsenal of drugs, psychoanalysis, and evenelectro-convulsion treatments. The merciless progression of her disease ispresented in such a way that we don’t learn about the shattering event thatfirst triggered it until after we’ve witnessed a number of scenes with herhusband Dan (Jonathan Tisevich); daughter Natalie (Hallie Walker) and herboyfriend Henry (Devin Pfeiffer); son Gabe (Dominic Iudiciani); and DoctorsMadden and Fine (Michael Burke). In the dauntingcentral role of Diana, Keitha Brown is an uncanny embodiment of unmitigateddramatic power in the way she makes us vicarious participants in herbrokenness. With exceptionally powerful singing, she draws us deep into hercharacter’s ravaged psyche, her wounded heart, her ferocious groping for areality that makes some sense. Yet, caught as she is in her numbing inwardspiral of tears and terror, she’s not so far gone that she can’t see or dreamof a reasonable way to reclaim her real self, as she reflects with tender andurgent yearning in the song, “I Miss the Mountains.” To her role ofdaughter Natalie, Hallie Walker brings a poignant credibility that’s equalparts sardonic and sad. There’s an understandably bittersweet yet visceral qualityto her singing when she reveals Natalie’s feelings of invisibility, as if herlife at home has been erased. Her heart has been hardened by too many years ofneglect from her mother who has been in turn pathologically focused on herother child, Gabe. In that role, Dominic Iudiciani is intriguingly stealthy andlithe as he basks in his mother’s constant fawning, particularly when he sings“I’m Alive” with all the panache of a rock’n’roll star. Meanwhie, Nataliebegins to find some solace in her slow-growing affection for her charismaticstoner classmate, Henry. Devin Pfeiffer conveys all of Henry’s amiablequirkiness with delightful aplomb. And then there areDiana’s two therapists. Both are played by Michael Burke, who deftly conveystheir frustrating if not humorous cluelessness in identifying the precisenature of the affliction they’re trying to treat. Jonathan Tisevich can be both breathtaking anddownright excruciating to watch in his role of Diana’s beleaguered husband,Dan. In the face of Diana’s terrible pain, he’s an eminently loyal mantrying to be an anchor, a present haven of comfort and “normalcy” – whateverthat means anymore. It’s a sublime depth of passion and searing expressivitythat Tisevich brings to this production. As the husband and wife in this storyappear to be inexorably fading away from each other, Dan’s desperate graspingat even the faintest glimmer of hope for recovery grows all the more. That’sthe point of the show’s thunderous, ebullient closing number, simply called “Light”– the stuff that untangles our knotted heartstrings. And what I most wantto know is, where on earth, if on earth at all, did Tisevich go to get thatsinging voice of his? I’d like to visit there for a while, then come back andsing to you all about it. NEXT TO NORMAL, atCanton’s Players Guild Theatre on the William G. Fry stage, 1001 Market AvenueN., Canton, through March 3rd/ performances on Fridays & Saturdays @ 8:00 PM, Sundays @ 2:00 PM, as wellas Thursday, February 28th at 8:00 PM. Tickets are $32.00 for adults, $29.00 for seniors and $25.00 for those17 and younger / purchase online at www.playersguildtheatre.com or at the Players Guild Box Office,located in the Great Court of the Cultural Center for the Arts, 1001 Market AveN. Tickets may also be purchased by phone: 330-453-7617. For other commentaries by Tom Wachunas on the performing andvisual arts in the greater Canton area, please visit his blog, ARTWACH, at www.artwach.blogspot.com

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AUDITION for one Male actor for THE PRIDE at convergence-continuum
by Cory Molner 19 Feb '19

19 Feb '19

Open auditions will be held on Saturday, February 23rd from 10:30 am - 1 pm for the role of Oliver in The Pride by Alexi Kaye Campbell at Convergence-continuum, directed by Jonathan Wilhelm. All other roles have been cast. Looking for male actors late 20's - early 40's. Oliver is a leading role comprising two characters with the same name. Both characters are British. 1958 Oliver is a closeted gay man having a secret affair with a friend's husband. 2008 Oliver is an out gay man who has fidelity issues. Strong and sexual language, one scene of sexual violence. Actors will be asked to read from the script. No prepared monologues necessary. Rehearsals begin immediately and the production runs Thurs-Saturday March 29th - April 20th. All actors receive a stipend for their roles. Auditions will be held at Convergence-continuum: 2438 Scranton Rd. Cleveland, OH 44113 in the main space. | | | | | | | | | | | Convergence-continuum Convergence-continuum, Cleveland, OH. 1.1K likes. Cleveland's up-close cutting-edge theatre, located in the hist... | | | Cory MolnerExecutive Director, convergence-continuum Theater

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Stagecrafters Youth Theatre Summer Camps
by DiFrangia, Jacqueline 19 Feb '19

19 Feb '19

*Orange Community Education and Recreation* *Stagecrafters Summer Camps * *Experience the World of Theatre and find a camp that’s right for you!* Wendy Scott-Koeth, Stagecrafters Coordinator, ext. 5102; wscott(a)orangecsd.org Tali Friedman, Stagecrafters Supervisor, ext. 5105; tfriedman(a)orangecsd.org Jackie DiFrangia, Stagecrafters Assistant, ext. 5103; jdifrangia(a)orangecsd.org Register here: https://orangerec.ce.eleyo.com/courses/category/115/summer-camps/stagecraft… Studio A- Happy Campers: Students currently in grades K-2 *“A” Happy Camper is what you’ll be…..in our theatre family.* This intro to theatre will help develop and expand your love for theatre. Campers will discover their true potential through age-appropriate acting, dance, arts and crafts, and music classes. Campers will use their newfound abilities on stage with a guaranteed speaking role in a musical workshop production! Campers can also look forward to daily swims, guest artists, Funky Fridays, Game Days, and a grand finale field trip. Optional activities such as pizza parties and late night activities are offered as well. *PLEASE NOTE: *Studio A is for campers currently in grades K, 1 & 2. Kindergartners must have previous theatre experience, strong reading skills, and take direction well. Please contact Wendy Scott-Koeth at (216) 831-8601 ext. 5102 prior to registration for approval. Studio B- Shining Stars: Students currently in Grades 3-5 *To “B” or not to “B”…..a Shining Star* At Stagecrafters Camp everyone has an opportunity to shine. If your student enjoys singing, acting, dancing, building sets and creating memories, then they will want to spend the summer at Stagecrafters Theatre Camp! Students are guaranteed a speaking role in a musical workshop production performed for family and friends. Students can also look forward to daily swims, guest artists, Funky Fridays, Game Days, and a grand finale field trip. Optional activities such as pizza parties and late night activities are offered as well. *PLEASE NOTE:* Register your student for the grade they are currently enrolled in for the school year ending June 2019. Studio T- Triple Threat Teens: Students currently in Grades 6-8 *“T” is for Training…..for the stage!* This intensive musical theatre program is designed exclusively for motivated teens seeking professional theatre training. Focused young artists are encouraged to step into the spotlight and emerge into master classes for singing, dancing and acting. Committed to all levels of talent and experience, our theatre professionals will encourage students to take creative risks, embrace new skills, and learn to tell the story in a collaborative, supportive environment. Students who feel strong in one discipline but who may wish to enhance or gain confidence in another will particularly benefit from this program. Students will have the opportunity to swim and participate in Studio A & B optional camp activities. A final workshop production will be presented for family and friends. *PLEASE NOTE:* Register your student for the grade they are currently enrolled in for the school year ending June 2019. *Both Sessions: *June 17 - July 26 (except 7/4 and 7/5) *Session I: *June 17 – July 3 and/or *Session II: *July 8 – July 26 Monday-Friday, 8:45am-3:30pm at Orange High School -- *Jackie DiFrangia* *Stagecrafters Associate* *216-831-8601 ext. 5103 <216-831-8601%20ext.%20510>* *Stagecrafters is a program of Orange Community Education and Recreation* -- PLEASE NOTE: This message and any response to it may constitute a public record and, therefore, may be subject to disclosure upon request under Ohio law. However, if electronic communications contain student records or medical information, they shall be maintained as confidential to the fullest extent of the law. If you have received this electronic communication erroneously, please notify the sender immediately.

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Cleveland Play House Job Posting: Properties Carpenter
by Maryann Morris 19 Feb '19

19 Feb '19

PropertiesCarpenter Cleveland Play House, America’s first regional theatre andrecipient of the 2015 Regional Theatre Tony Award, is accepting applicationsfor a Properties Carpenter. The Props team consists of the PropertiesManager, Assistant Properties Manager, Properties Carpenter, Properties Artisanand Apprentice. Applicants should have 2-4 years of professional experience,preferably in regional theatre. Detailed knowledge of advanced woodworking, metalworking and welding required. Working knowledge of mechanics, rigging, andCAD a plus. Must be able to plan projects and work independently, have goodorganizational and communication skills. PropsCarpenter is primarily responsible for construction, restoration ormodification of furniture, set dressing and hand props built of wood, steel orother materials and assists with the load in and strike of all productions. Validdriver’s license, able to work at heights and to lift up to 75 lbs. Position is Full-time. Position available to May 12, 2019. E-mail letter of interest, resume, andreferences to Penny Zaletel, Director of Production, pzaletel(a)clevelandplayhouse.comor mail to Properties Carpenter Search, Cleveland Play House, 1901 E. 13thStreet, Suite 200, Cleveland, OH 44114. EOE/AA.

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Chihuahua needed! {Beck Center}
by Scott Spence 19 Feb '19

19 Feb '19

Nope!! Not for "Legally Blonde" {been there~~done that} This is for a production of "*Lady Day at Emerson Bar and Grill*" starring Nicole Sumlin as Billie Holiday. The dog appears very briefly (2 minutes onstage?) towards the end of the 90 minute show. So please know there's not a lot of "stage time" per se. We are looking for a dog (and owner!) who are extremely even tempered and would be comfortable being led on a leash and held (the dog---not the owner). The dog will come in contact with two actors onstage and an ASM backstage. We would need to have the dog for a minimum of one rehearsal (preferably two) prior to Thursday's Preview on March 14th. Beyond Preview the schedule is March 15th thru April 14th, Fri/Sat evenings and Sunday afternoons. $150 is offered for gas compensation. Please send questions, inquiries and notes of interest to Artistic Director Scott Spence at scottdavidspence(a)gmail.com (from the owner, that is--- unless the dog has terrific typing skills.)

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AUDITIONS: As You Like It
by fctheatre 19 Feb '19

19 Feb '19

French Creek Theatre<http://metroparks.cc/theatre.php> is pleased to announce auditions for... AS YOU LIKE IT By William Shakespeare Directed by Brian McNally Lovers in disguise, banished dukes and merry companions come together in As You Like It, Shakespeare's playful and poetic romantic comedy. PERFORMANCES August 16, 17 & 18 @ 7:00PM All shows performed outdoors at Bacon Woods Amphitheater at Vermilion River Reservation<http://www.metroparks.cc/vermilion_river_reservation.php> AUDITIONS Sunday, March 10 12:00PM-4:00PM Wednesday, March 13 6:00PM-9:00PM BY APPOINTMENT Email<mailto:fctheatre@metroparks.cc> or call (440) 949-5200 to reserve a 10-minute slot ~Interested actors unable to make either audition date can email the director<mailto:bmcnally@metroparks.cc> to try and schedule an alternative~ CALLBACKS Saturday, March 23 12:00PM-4:00PM PREPARATION Please bring a resume and headshot, or recent picture. Prepare a Shakespearean monologue not to exceed 2 minutes. Actors may be asked to read from the script, and are therefore advised to be familiar with the story and characters. Bring all conflicts. REHEARSALS Begin July 14 at French Creek Nature & Arts Center<http://www.metroparks.cc/french_creek_nature_arts_center.php> CAST REQUIREMENTS All roles open to actors age 17+ All actors cast receive a stipend.

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