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Review of "Day of Absence" at Karamu
by Bob Abelman 03 Nov '18

03 Nov '18

‘The Blacks’ not the only thing missing from Karamu’s ‘Day of Absence’ Bob Abelman Cleveland Jewish News, The News Herald, The Morning Journal The pre-vaudeville minstrel shows of the mid-19th century are considered the first theatrical art form that was distinctly American. They featured white entertainers in blackface makeup performing comedy and song-and-dance routines that caricaturized plantation slaves for white audiences. God bless us. As one would imagine, minstrel shows were particularly popular in the South before the Civil War, as a way of reinforcing widely held racist stereotypes and countering the abolitionist movement. A century later, in 1965, playwright Douglas Turner Ward borrowed this art form to shed light on the state of racism that was inspiring the civil rights movement. In his satirical fantasy play “Day of Absence,” which served to launch the pioneering Negro Ensemble Company in New York City, Southern whites were caricaturized by black actors appearing in whiteface and behaving as broadly as their old minstrel show counterparts. Karamu Theatre has resurrected Ward’s one-act for reasons best left to the audience’s sense of social awareness. For more of this article, go to www.clevelandjewishnews.com/columnists/bob_abelman/

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Auditions- Best Christmas Pageant Ever
by Cassandra Capocci 03 Nov '18

03 Nov '18

Auditions for The Best Christmas Pageant Ever Sunday Nov 4 and Monday Nov 5, 6-9 pm Coach House Theatre, 732 W. Exchange St. Akron Show dates Dec 7-16. Rehearsals begin November 7 Needed- Adults 3m/4f, Children (ages 6-16) 6m/5f/6 m or f For more information visit www.coachhousetheatre.com

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Professional Headshots
by Gregory Pendolino 03 Nov '18

03 Nov '18

Let's make you famous! Over the years I have seen my clients end up on local commercials, print ads, theatrical productions, Netflix shows and even shows on major TV networks. I have a great rate package available for you: Outdoor Sessions: 1 person for approximately 60 minutes = $125 2 people for approximately 60 minutes = $190 Home or Office Requiring Additional Lighting: 1 person for approximately 60 minutes = $150 2 people for approximately 60 minutes = $225 I will now include three worked up photos per session (six on a two person session) with additional photos available at just $20 each. Your low resolution proofs will be emailed to you within 48 hours of our session. You will have a secure place on my website to download your full resolution photos for at least 90 days with an option to purchase additional time. For complete details on my rates please click the link below. http://www.pendolinophotography.com/rates-booking-info I'm sure if you're involved in film or theater in Northeast Ohio we already have quite a few common friends so please feel free to like me on Facebook or follow me on Instagram. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PendolinoPhotography/ Instagram: #GregoryPendolino Personal Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Gregory.Pendolino While the social media links are the best place to see all of my latest photos you can see some of my client headshots here: https://www.pendolinophotography.com/portfolio/portraits/headshots/ Thanks!

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Berko review: CHILDREN OF EDEN @ Kent State University
by Roy Berko 03 Nov '18

03 Nov '18

*•••••••••••••••••••••••••••* *Capsule judgment: “Children of Eden” gets a strong production due to creative staging, innovative choreography, fine singing, and an effective set design. The production, which far exceeds the mediocre book, is an excellent showcase for the Kent State musical theatre program students.* *To read the entire review go to: **www.royberko.info* <http://www.royberko.info> *. * *••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••*

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Cleveland Prop Shop
by Monica Plunkett 03 Nov '18

03 Nov '18

*Cleveland Prop Shop* For your theater production, film, or special event Period props, rare pieces and custom builds Browse the website: www.clevelandpropshop.com If you don’t see what you need, send an email to: clevelandpropshop(a)gmail.com or call Monica at 216-832-9656. -By appointment- Ten minutes east of downtown Cleveland

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New swing band from Columbus, Brenny's Bandits, playing in Lakewood November 9th. $12 per person, no partner needed.
by Valerie Salstrom 03 Nov '18

03 Nov '18

WHAT - Join us for a fun night with Ohio's hottest new swing dance band, Brenny's Bandits! 8 - 9 pm Beginner-friendly Jitterbug lesson with the Get Hep Swing instructors 9 pm - 12 am Brenny's Bandits - This band REALLY SWINGS! WHERE - The Lakewood Masonic Temple is located at 15300 Detroit Avenue, Lakewood, Ohio. WHEN - Friday, November 9th THE BAND - Brenny's Bandits from Columbus, Ohio. COST - Dances are $12 per person. $5 for first-timers to a Get Hep Swing dance WHO MAY ATTEND? - You do not need to bring a partner or have previous dance experience. We welcome anyone who has an interest in dance, music, socializing and fun. We don't care what your physical ability or size is, where you are in life, where you are on the spectrum of sexual or gender orientation, what color or creed, or non-creed, you are. WHO WE ARE - We are Get Hep Swing and we are lead by owner, founder, and multi-year national and international swing dance champion, Valerie Salstrom. We love spreading the gospel of swing dance and we are excited to share the language and culture of this truly American, urban folk dance form with you. It is important to note that this dance style started in the African-American ballrooms of Harlem, New York in the late 1920s. This dance is incredibly empowering and joyful. We make learning to partner dance easy and enjoyable. Please join us the second Friday of every month at the Lakewood Masonic Temple and the last Saturday of every month at The Lithuanian Club. Please see www.GetHepSwing.com for the most up to date information on dances, classes, private lessons, performances, school programs, and special topic workshops.

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AUDITIONS - A Christmas Carol
by margaret hnat 03 Nov '18

03 Nov '18

Bay Village Community Theater will hold auditions for a staged reading of A Christmas Carol Monday November 5th from 7-9 pm. Auditions will take place at the Bay Village Police Department Community Room, 28000 Wolf Rd., Bay Village. Adapter/director, Preston Postle is seeking seven actors/readers - 3-4 men and 3-4 women. Since staged readings are not age specific, all ages are welcomed to audition. There will be four performances. from Sunday, December 2 thru Sunday, December 9. For more information, call John Hnat at 216-408-9130.

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Auditions for Brighton Beach Memoirs
by bob kenderes 02 Nov '18

02 Nov '18

Medina County Show Biz Company announces the following audition dates for Neil Simon’s Brighton Beach Memoirs directed by Bob Kenderes:December 10 and 11 from 7 PM to 9 PM. Auditions will involve reading from the script and a short memorization excerise.All roles are open. Ages listed are character ages. Eugene, age 15, son of Jack and KateStanley, age 18-20, son of Jack and KateJack, age 40’s-50’sKate, age 40’s -50’sBlanche, age 40’s’50’s, Kate’s sisterNora, age 16, Blanche’s daughterLaurie, age 13, Blanche’s daughter. Production dates are March 8,9,10,1516,22,23,and 24. Note, no performance on March 17. Auditions will be held at the Haddad Theatre, 144 Broadway St, Medina, OH.Park in the rear of the building. The theatre is on the second floor.Send any questions to bobkenderes(a)gmail.com Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPhone

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Film reminder: LCCC Stocker Arts Center
by Allison Jack 02 Nov '18

02 Nov '18

Just a friendly reminder there are some great films in the LCCC Fall Film series is coming up: The Stocker Arts Center's 2018 Fall Film Series, held in the Hoke Theatre, features the finest art, independent, classic and foreign films, and includes: Shine Friday, November 9, 2018 at 7:30 p.m. The true life story of piano virtuoso David Helfgott, Shine captures a remarkable journey in flashback, a personal tale of creative passion and musical achievement, celebrating the ineluctable power of human endearment. Moonstruck Friday, November 16, 2018 at 7:30 p.m. Moonstruck is about a widowed, 37-year-old Italian-American woman who falls in love with her fiancé's estranged, hot-tempered younger brother. A now-classic romantic comedy, it was nominated for six Oscars and won for Best Actress, Best Supporting Actress and Best Original Screenplay. The film series tickets are $7. To purchase tickets or to request a season calendar, call the box office at (440) 366-4040. Hours are Monday through Friday from noon to 6 p.m. The box office is also open 90 minutes before ticketed events (60 minutes before Student Matinees). Guests may also purchase tickets online at www.StockerArtsCenter.com<http://www.StockerArtsCenter.com>. To learn more about the upcoming season, visit StockerArtsCenter.com. Follow Stocker Arts Center on Facebook and @StockerArts on Twitter and Instagram. Stocker Arts Center is located on the campus of Lorain County Community College at 1005 North Abbe Road, Elyria, Ohio. Parking is free. Allison Jack Writer & Project Coordinator | Marketing & Communications Lorain County Community College (440) 366-7082

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EVENT (comedy, improv): RARE FORM @ Istra Club, This Saturday
by Rare Form Improv 02 Nov '18

02 Nov '18

✴✴✴✴✴✴✴✴✴✴ RARE FORM @ Wickliffe's Istra Club Saturday @ 8:30pm **$5** URGENT! The show is this Saturday, not next Saturday, so plan quickly! Dying to see *Rare Form <https://www.facebook.com/RareFormImprov/>* Cleveland's very own Live-Performing Improv Troupe in action? Well wait no longer! Catch *Rare Form* and a bit of Croatian culture at *Wickliffe's Istra Club* this Saturday @ 8:30pm for just $5!!! That's right, this Saturday, Nov. 3 so there's no time to waste. Purchase tickets at the door, cash or credit. Limited seating so get there early. Doors open @ 7:30. Get there before the show starts and enjoy some home-baked cookies and milk. And continuing in the Halloween spirit, there will be a costume contest. Winner will receive one FREE alcoholic beverage with valid I.D. and get to come on stage with us! Ladies and gentlemen, you don't want to miss your chance to experience Cleveland's newest live comedy entertainment. Get there early to reserve the best seats! First come, first served. Hope to see you there! Wickliffe's Istra Club 29028 Euclid Ave Wickliffe, OH 44092 Saturday: *11/3* $5 Admission! Doors open @ 7:30 Improv @ 8:30 *Free parking available in the lot behind the club. Personnel will assist you in finding a spot.* Don't waste your money on an expensive night out that has a good chance of ending in disappointment. Instead, save your money and come spend your night with us! Our shows are only $5 and laughs are guaranteed. Never seen us before? Then be sure to check out our website to discover more about us by clicking the link below! https://www.rareformimprov.com/ <https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rareformimprov.com%2F&h=AT…> *Gordon Hinchen* Director of Projects & Marketing (440) 975-6216 *Jon Heus* Managing Director (440) 681-0404 Rare Form rareformimprov(a)gmail.com Visit our Website <https://www.rareformimprov.com/>, Check out our YouTube <https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4GUQ7n0nQgHrjBFdLOav8A> channel, or Follow us on Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/RareFormImprov/>, Instagram <https://www.instagram.com/rareformimprov/>, or Twitter <https://twitter.com/RareFormImprov> --Cleveland's Own-- [image: Rare Form] <https://www.rareformimprov.com/> ✴✴✴✴✴✴✴✴✴✴

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