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Special Valentine's BOGO Offer for Spotlights' Saturday Show
by Annette Phelps 08 Feb '19

08 Feb '19

Special Valentine's BOGO Offer Buy one ticket for the Saturday, February 9, 7:30 PM Performance of "Rodgers and Hammerstein's A Grand Night for Singing" and get one ticket free! This musical revue features many love-themed songs by the renowned musical-theater-writing duo. These classic showtunes have been updated with exhilarating, upbeat arrangments. Treat yourself and your Valentine to our Coffeehouse Production and enjoy our extended intermission featuring a complimentary beverage bar (non-alcoholic) prior to the show and during an extended intermission when luscious desserts are available for purchase. Dessert and beverage sponsors include Michael Angelo's Bakery, Creekside Restaurant, and Caruso's Coffee. Shows are held at Spotlights Theater, 9543 Broadview Road, next to the Police Station. Visit www.broadview-heights-spotlights.org to purchase your tickets. Walk-ins are also welcome. Promotional Code: cupid *Offer only available for the Saturday, February 9 Performance.

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Auditions: Children of Eden at Cassidy, Next Week!
by The Cassidy Theatre 08 Feb '19

08 Feb '19

Cassidy Theatre Presents Auditions for CHILDREN OF EDEN Book: John Caird Music and Lyrics: Stephen Schwartz *Director / Music Director*: Jordan Cooper *Choreographer*: Kristy Cruz Production Dates: April 11th - April 28th 2019 *Auditions*: Wednesday, February 13th and Thursday, 14th, from 7:00pm - 10:00pm No audition appointment necessary. Please prepare, 32 bars of a Broadway song in the style of the show. An accompanist will be provided. Please, bring sheet music in the appropriate key. Also, be prepared to cold read from the script. Ages 10 and up are welcome. If you are unable to make the audition dates, the director will be accepting video submissions. Please send these submissions to the director, Jordan Cooper, by way of jcooper27(a)me.com. *Callbacks*: Saturday, February 16th, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., *by invitation of the director.* Rehearsal process begins early March depending on actor availability. Synopsis: Children of Eden follows the creation story of Adam and Eve through Noah and the Ark. This beautiful allegory is especially poignant for our time with it’s message of acceptance, peace, empathy and truth. We are looking for a large dynamic, versatile, non-traditional and diverse cast that can bring this well known and well loved piece to new life. More information about the show can be found at: https://www.mtishows.com/children-of-eden <https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mtishows.com%2Fchildren-of…>

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Anyone Can Whistle opens in a week at Near West Theatre!
by Bailey Pfohl 08 Feb '19

08 Feb '19

TWO WEEKENDS ONLY: Anyone Can Whistle At Near West Theatre February 15th – 24th This show features our Youth Cast, ages 9 - 15 Book by Arthur Laurents Music and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim Orchestration by Don Walker Directed by Kelcie Nicole Dugger Written by Stephen Sondheim, Anyone Can Whistle is an absurdist social satire about insanity and conformity (among a dozen other things!). This legendary cult show is a wacky, intelligent, highly unconventional musical which tells the story of a corrupt mayoress who fakes a miracle to revitalize her bankrupt town and the ill-fated romance between the rational nurse and the easy-going doctor who is determined to enjoy the chaos that it brings. Anyone Can Whistle delivers a poignant message about the importance of the individual in a conformist society – but not before aiming its still-relevant barbs at government, religion, science and anything else that stands in its way! Performances: February 15, 16, 17, 21, 22, 23 & 24 Thursday, Friday, Saturday 7:30PM Sunday 3:00PM TICKETS $10 General Admission Adult/$8 Children 12 and under/$25 STAR SEATS TICKETS can be purchased ONLINE at the link above (nearwesttheatre.org) by PHONE (216.961.6391), or IN PERSON during Box Office hours. NWT Box Office hours are M-F from 11am-4pm. Near West Theatre 6702 Detroit Ave Cleveland, OH 44102-3014

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VENUS IN FUR opens TONIGHT in Lakewood!
by Katie Atkinson 08 Feb '19

08 Feb '19

*Join us tonight for* *Venus In Fur* by David Ives This mysterious, funny, erotic drama is the perfect way to heat up your Valentine’s plans. *February 8-9, 15-16* Fridays & Saturdays 8pm Rockport Square Firehouse 1422 Hopkins Ave. Lakewood, OH 44107 $12 for single tickets Discounts available see our FB page (Venus in Fur: Lakewood <https://www.facebook.com/events/788398941523911/>) for more info. Get tickets here: https://venusinfurlakewood.brownpapertickets.com *THE STORY:* Thomas, a beleaguered playwright/director, is desperate to find an actress to play Vanda, the female lead in his adaptation of the classic sadomasochistic tale *Venus in Fur*. Into his empty audition room walks a vulgar and equally desperate actress—oddly enough, named Vanda. Though utterly wrong for the sophisticated part, Vanda exhibits a strange command of the material, piquing Thomas' interest with her seductive talents and secretive manner. As the two work through the script, they blur the line between play and reality, entering into an increasingly serious game of submission and domination that only one of them can win. Directed by Jennifer Dove Starring Katie Simón Atkinson and Joe Kenderes Produced by Nicole McLaughlin Lublin & Katie Simón Atkinson Presented by special arrangement with Dramatists Play Service, Inc., New York.

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V-day Cleveland - The Vagina Monologues 2/9/19
by Sam Dee 08 Feb '19

08 Feb '19

*V-day Cleveland** - The Vagina Monologues* Saturday February 9th The Magalen: 5203 Fleet Ave., Cleveland, Ohio 44105 Doors at 7 - Show at 8pm - Fundraising Event - $10 BYOB with tap options available Hopscotch Improv, She Collective and friends present Eve Ensler's The Vagina Monologues! Proceeds benefit Planned Parenthood and V-day! With the proposed changes to Title X (the federal funding of community-based clinics that provide contraceptive services, related counseling, and other preventive health services) would shrink the network of participating providers and have major repercussions for low-income women across the country that rely on them for their family planning care. Planned Parenthood is heavily relying on our fundraising efforts and donations from supporters with Title X being threatened with cuts. Help us keep women's healthcare accessible. $10, tickets at the door, or on Eventbrite <https://www.eventbrite.com/e/v-day-cleveland-the-vagina-monologues-tickets-…> https://www.facebook.com/events/2104344846310745/

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Second weekend of performances for GOD OF CARNAGE at Twin Masks!!
by Claudia Lillibridge 08 Feb '19

08 Feb '19

Twin Masks Performing Arts Center (TMPAC) located in the heart of Twinsburg, at 9076 Church Street, is excited to continue its second weekend of performances of God of Carnage, written by Yasmina Reza, as translated by Christopher Hampton. THE STORY: A playground altercation between eleven-year-old boys brings together two sets of Brooklyn parents for a meeting to resolve the matter. At first, diplomatic niceties are observed, but as the meeting progresses, and the rum flows, tensions emerge and the gloves come off, leaving the couples with more than just their liberal principles in tatters. The show is directed by Katharine Tonti and cast includes Alex Nine, Christine Wright, Jenny Barrett and Chris Macchione. Please note the show contains adult language and adult themes. One of the characters in the show also experiences projectile vomiting during the performance. Show is performed without an intermission. Performance dates are Friday and Saturday nights at 8pm. Performance dates are February 8, 9, 15 and 16. Tickets are $15.00 for Adults and $10.00 for Seniors (aged 60 and older) and $10.00 for Students. We accept cash, MasterCard, Visa, AMEX and Discover. Tickets are available now online at www.twinmasks.org <https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.twinmasks.org%2F%3Ffbclid%3…> and are also available at the door. We are a 50 seat black box theatre and encourage you to purchase tickets beforehand. TMPAC is a 501c3 non-profit entity and is a proud member of the Twinsburg Chamber of Commerce, Twinsburg Historical Society, OCTA and AACT. God of Carnage is performed with rights secured by Dramatists Play Service.

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Independence Community Theater Presents...
by Rtodd Todd 08 Feb '19

08 Feb '19

Independence Community Theater presents A Clear View which is a series of three one act plays. The one acts cover the range of theater from comedy to drama, so you’ll be sure to leave the theater with a fulfilling experience. The plays are: "The Whole Shebang" by Rich Orloff (This play asks the question, "What if the entire universe was just some nerd's science project?"), "The Green Hill" by David Ives (Jake has a vision of a lovely green hill where he feels free and at peace. He knows the hill is real, and he has to go there...but the hill's real location proves to be elusive.), "A Long Trip" by Dan McGeehan (An elderly man desperately attempts to connect with his wife one last time before he loses her completely to dementia.) You can learn more at www.independencetheatre.org. Come see the show on March 1st, 2nd, 8th, 9th and 16th at 8pm and a matinee on March 10th at 2pm. Tickets are 12 dollars. Cash, checks and credit cards are accepted. Please call 216-447-0043 to reserve your tickets today.

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ORGANIST/PIANIST POSITION
by Judith Higbee 07 Feb '19

07 Feb '19

ORGANIST/PIANIST Old South Church UCC in Kirtland, OH is seeking a part-time organist/pianist to play for our 10:30 a.m. Sunday service and to accompany the Chancel Choir which rehearses on Thursday evenings. The church has a 2-manual Wicks pipe organ. A skilled pianist with the some ability to play the organ would be considered. This position regularly runs from September through May. Playing for summer services is optional and paid separately. This is a progressive and welcoming congregation that appreciates good music. If you don't know where Kirtland is: the church is easily reached by taking route 306-S off of I-90 east of 271. It is near Lakeland Community College and Holden Arboretum. To arrange an interview and audition please send resume to ajhigbee(a)gmail.com

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Beck Center's MATILDA (The Musical) Auditions are coming up! Appt. Times Still Available.
by Scott Spence 07 Feb '19

07 Feb '19

*Open Call Auditions for the NE Ohio locally produced premiere of Roald Dahl’s **"Matilda the Musical"** will be held at Lakewood's Beck Center on Saturday, Feb. 16th (beginning at 2PM) and Sunday Feb. 17th (beginning at 6:30PM).* *Callbacks will likely be Sat. 2/23 in the afternoon and Mon. 2/25 in the evening.* *Appointments can be made for audition slots by calling **216-521-2540 x10 **during regular Beck Center business hours.* *Performances for **“Matilda”* *begin July 12th and continue through August 11th. Rehearsals will begin approximately June 1st.* *Artistic Director Scott Spence seeks a diverse cast of 25. All roles are open. Two Equity Contracts are available (SPT Tier 4). All other actors 18 and over receive a stipend for their participation. In addition, EMC (Equity Members Candidacy) points will be available for actors in this production. It is anticipated that actors will receive* *10 weeks of EMC points **for **“Matilda”. **Larry Goodpaster is the Musical Director and Martin Cespedes is the Choreographer.* *All available roles are singing roles, so auditioners should prepare one 90 second or less musical theatre selection. Please bring sheet music in your key. An accompanist will be provided. A capella singing is discouraged. Dance calls will be part of the callback process only.* *The age-range for this cast is varied. Matilda and her 8 classmates***** are traditionally played as 7 to 10 year olds. Young actors auditioning for these roles should have the “appearance” of being able to pull off these ages, but slightly older actors for these roles are ideal. Height will play an important part of casting in these circumstances, and between 4 feet and 5 feet is definitely the sweet spot. No young actors under the age of 8 will be seen for thisproduction. It is possible that the role of Matilda may be double cast.* *The remainder of the cast ranges between 16 and 55. Some members of the company will play both teenage students**+** as well as slightly older roles.* *The Story (**from the MTI Website**)* *Matilda is a little girl with astonishing wit, intelligence and psychokinetic powers. She's unloved by her cruel parents but impresses her schoolteacher, the highly loveable Miss Honey. Over the course of her first term at school, Matilda and Miss Honey have a profound effect on each other's lives, as Miss Honey begins not only to recognize but also appreciate Matilda's extraordinary personality. Matilda's school life isn't completely smooth sailing, however – the school's mean headmistress, Miss Trunchbull, hates children and just loves thinking up new punishments for those who don't abide by her rules. But Matilda has courage and cleverness in equal amounts, and could be the school pupils' saving grace!* *Roles:* *{The Children} ***see above for age descriptions* *Matilda* *Lavender* *Tommy* *Bruce* *Hortensia* *Nigel* *Alice* *Amanda* *Eric* *{The Adults} **+Incl. various ages, incl. teenage students* *Miss Trunchbull** (Age 35 to 50. Gender ambiguous. As cruel and mean as one** could possible imagine. Generally this role (as conceived on* *Broadway) is played by a male. However, any gender is invited* *to audition as long as the proper androgyny can be found. Please* *note that for females the vocal range will be quite low!)* *Miss Honey** (Age 25 to 35. Matilda’s Teacher. Sweet and caring. When allowed…a nurturer)* *Mr. Wormwood** (Age 25 to 40. Matilda’s Father. A deplorable used car salesman**who has little time for a daughter.)* *Mrs. Wormwood** (Age 25 to 40. Matilda’s Mother. She is far too obsessed with **winning dance competitions to be a mother.)* *Michael Wormwood** (Age 14 to 17. A human void who lives to stare into the telly)* *Rudolpho** (Age 18 to 30. Mrs. Wormwood’s fiery Hispanic dance partner)* *Ensemble** that covers Parents, Teen Students, Russian Mobsters, Doctor, Acrobat,* *Escape Artist, Party Entertainer, cook, and Mrs. Phelps, a kindly librarian. *

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Stow Players winter show
by Thomas Mark Stephan 07 Feb '19

07 Feb '19

Just two more chances to see the Stow Players production of The Tin Woman By Sean Grennan This heart-warming story of being given a second chance at life stars Diana Nabring Pat Robertell-Hudson Jerry Schaber John Leasure Brandi Eator Julianne Kuchcinski Under the direction of Bill Morgan February 8 & 9 - 8:00 pm Heritage Barn Silver Springs Park (back entrance) 5238 Young Rd. Stow All tickets - $15 Buy tickets online - stowplayers.net Or Call 234-206-0128 for reservations Or Purchase tickets at the door (cash or check only)

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