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Affordable and Educational Student Programming For Your School or Organization!
by Matthew J. Wilks 01 Nov '18

01 Nov '18

Greetings! The Illusion Factory is pleased to announce their 2018- 2019 Touring season! This year we truly have something for everyone! November begins with a revival the Holiday Classic “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” (November 19th 2018- January 1st 2019) followed by our very own world premier version of the classic children’s tale “Aesop’s Animals (January 14th 2019-June 15th 2019). Just in time for black history month don’t miss “Sojourner Speaks”, a one women show and historical performance piece about the legend herself! (February 4th- June 19th) To book a show for your school or organization please call 330-376-5700 or email the theillusionfactoryakron(a)gmail.com Don’t forget to ask about available discounts! Interested in more than one show? Special pricing available on packaged deals!! Show summaries are as follows: Aesop’s Animals: You've probably heard of the classic "The Tortoise and the Hare." Now Aesop's most famous pair are back to introduce you to some of their fabled friends! Meet a lion who needs some unexpected help from a mouse e, a clever fox who tricks a vain crow out of a treat, and a hard-working ant who shares his surplus with a lazy grasshopper, just to name a few. With age-old lessons that are just as important to learn today, "Aesop’s Animals" will teach young hearts what it means to share, to ask for help, and to be a friend. (For Preschool- 5th grade) Sojourner Speaks: The legend comes to life in this one women show about the life and times of Sojourner Truth! You don’t want to miss this special theatrical event! (3rd Grade and up) Dr. Seuss How the Grinch Stole Christmas: Enjoy a staged reading of this classic tale about the true meaning of Christmas told with pizzazz and style! Perfect for you annual holiday party, or school gathering. (All Ages)

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Review of touring "Les Miserables"
by Bob Abelman 01 Nov '18

01 Nov '18

Vive la national tour of ‘Les Misérables’ at Playhouse Square Bob Abelman Cleveland Jewish News, The News Herald, The Morning Journal “Les Misérables” – the epic musical based on Victor Hugo’s novel about the Paris Uprising of 1823 – has been running in London for 33 years. It enjoyed 8,202 performances during its Broadway premiere and has been seen by over 70 million people in productions in 44 countries. The 2012 star-studded film version of this musical earned an extraordinary $442,169,052 worldwide. If there is anyone who has not yet heard the people sing, singing the song of angry men, rest assured that the touring production currently taking up residency at Playhouse Square is as good as it gets. And frequent fliers, who belt “24601” in the shower and attended the 2011 and 2013 tours when they swept through Cleveland, will not be disappointed. For more of this article, go to www.clevelandjewishnews.com/columnists/bob_abelman/

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Tri-C presents A View From the Bridge at Play House Square
by Joshua Caraballo 01 Nov '18

01 Nov '18

Tri-C Students Reclaim Playhouse Square Spotlight College production of ‘A View From the Bridge’ set for Nov. 1-3 at Ohio Theatre Theater students from Cuyahoga Community College (Tri-C®) will present A View From the Bridgeas they take the stage at the Ohio Theatre at Playhouse Square. Performances will take place Nov. 1-3 at the historic downtown theater. Students from multiple Tri-C campuses will perform and work behind the scenes to present the play on one of the nation’s grandest stages. A View From the Bridge begins at 7:30 p.m. each evening. Tickets are $20 ($5 for students/Tri-C students free with ID) and can be purchased at www.playhousesquare.org or by calling 216-241-6000. The Ohio Theatre is located at 1511 Euclid Ave. This is the third year students from the College have staged a production at Playhouse Square. A View From the Bridge by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Arthur Miller tells the tale of a Brooklyn longshoreman named Eddie Carbone, whose obsessive affection for his niece leads to a clash with two illegal immigrants taking refuge in his home. Miller’s classic tragedy premiered in 1955. It has since enjoyed consistent revivals on Broadway in addition to adaptations for film, television and even opera.

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Auditions - AEA and Non-union - RCT
by Dane CT Leasure 01 Nov '18

01 Nov '18

Rubber City Theatre is holding auditions for 2018/2019 mainstage season world premier production of The Shakesqueer Project: *Tame *(working title) by Josy Jones. We are casting local non-union and union actors. Audition appointments are by appointment only. WHEN: Saturday, November 3 from 1:00pm - 6:00pm Sunday, November 4 from 12:30pm - 9:00pm Video Submissions see below. WHERE: The Black Box at Fort Romig 2207 Romig Rd Akron, OH 44320 AVAILABLE ROLES: Seeking 10 performers See Character Breakdown on our Website (www.rubbercitytheatre.com/auditions) TO SCHEDULE AN AUDITION: APPOINTMENTS CAN BE MADE BY E-MAIL to casting(a)rubbercitytheatre.com. Please include your name, phone number, an attachment of your headshot and resume, and your preferred day and/or time. You will receive a response within two business days. We will endeavor to schedule you as near as possible to your requested time, pending availability. AEA contracts: There is 1 AEA contract (Special Appearance Level 1) for the full production. Non-AEA contracts: Adult Non-AEA Contracts will pay $90 - $100 stipend, depending on role for the full production. PREPARATION: Please prepare a monologue and to read from the script. You will be auditioning for Dane CT Leasure, Artistic Director of Rubber City Theatre and Director. Please bring a copy of your most current headshot and resume. VIDEO AUDITIONS: We will be accepting video auditions through 11/6. Please record one monologue of your choosing and send with your headshot and resume to casting(a)rubbercitytheatre.com. See Breakdown on our website (www.rubbercitytheatre.com/auditions) for Rehearsal and Show Information.

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Drop-In Spots Open For Improv Workshop Saturday With Michael Busch (UCB, IOWest)
by Michael Busch 01 Nov '18

01 Nov '18

IMPROV WORKSHOP SATURDAY Hi all - I have a few spots open in my improv workshop this Saturday 12-2pm at Mahall's in Lakewood. $25. This week we're focusing on: -Slowing down and building a scene and a world with your partner through dialogue and object work -Pulling scene ideas from monologues; finding the unusual thing If you'd like to sign up or have any questions please email michaelbuschclasses at gmail. If you can't make this one but are interested in the future, this is an ongoing class and I will have a few spots open each week. Feel free to email. Thanks Michael -- For class information please visit: https://www.themichaelbusch.com/classes

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Lakeland seeks Lighting and Set Designer for FREAKY FRIDAY
by Martin Friedman 01 Nov '18

01 Nov '18

*Lakeland Theatre* * is seeking a* *Set and Lighting Designer* *for* *Freaky Friday* Book by *Bridget Carpenter* Music by *Tom Kitt* Lyrics by *Brian Yorkey* Directed by *Martin Friedman* Sound Designed by *Eric Simna * *The Play:* I saw this play at its initial tryout at the Signature Theatre in Washington DC (actually Shirlington, Va.) two years ago with my family. I was bowled over by the changes to this wonderful book (by Richard Rodgers’ daughter Mary Rodgers) and film. Instead of an almost slap-stick story about a mother and daughter exchanging minds and coming to grips with the change of bodies; the new musical instead takes on something more important; body shaming and the trials and tribulations of being a high school student. I found the story down-right profound and the music wonderful. AND PERHAPS MOST IMPORTANTLY, no longer is this a book and movie about a homogeneous family and the school they attend but rather it is about the real world and it features a cast of TRUE DIVERSITY. Based on the beloved 1972 novel by Mary Rodgers features a book by Bridget Carpenter - the co-executive producer and writer on the beloved TV hits, "Friday Night Lights" and "Parenthood" - and music and lyrics by Tom Kitt and Brian Yorkey - the Pulitzer Prize-winning composers of *Next to Normal* and *If/Then*. *THE SET AND LIGHTING DESIGNER:* Both the SET and LIGHTING DESIGNER will be responsible for collaborating with the director, and indeed all the designers in coming up with a cohesive production concept. *The Set Designer* will work with the Technical Director in constructing the show in a timely manner. There is some dollars to hire a carpenter or two. Less is more and the question of FORM OR FUNCTION is important to answer. He/She will not only help construct (or at least lead) but also help strike the set if possible. *The Lighting Designer* will either hire a Head Electrician or do the hanging her/himself. The lighting is extremely important in this production. Many locations and times of day and night. NOT NECESSARILY realistic. * The Plot: **“When an overworked mother and her teenage daughter magically swap bodies, they have just one day to put things right again. Freaky Friday, a new musical based on the celebrated novel by Mary Rodgers and the hit Disney films, is a heartfelt, comedic, and unexpectedly emotional update on an American classic. By spending a day in each other's shoes, Katherine and Ellie come to appreciate one another's struggles, learn self-acceptance, and realize the immeasurable love and mutual respect that bond a mother and daughter.”* *Production and Rehearsal Dates:* *Freaky Friday **will open on Friday, February 1 and run through Sunday, February 17, 2019. There will be nine (9) shows; that is THREE (3) weeks of performances. Rehearsals will begin in early December, late November and will be based upon your schedules.* For more information please feel free to contact me, Martin Friedman at *martinfriedman98(a)gmail.com <martinfriedman98(a)gmail.com>* or at *216/233-5441 <216%2F233-5441>*.

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Voice Lessons with Dr. Christopher Hutton
by Christopher Hutton 01 Nov '18

01 Nov '18

Fall and Winter auditions are here 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. 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=jEvBkg9hRnE> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bQF0EsTHoH8 <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bQF0EsTHoH8> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qAPHEuXEeoY <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qAPHEuXEeoY>

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COCKTAIL BAR SEEKS ENTERTAINMENT
by Kurt Hernon 01 Nov '18

01 Nov '18

Speak of the Devil is a small cocktail bar in the heart of downtown Lorain. We have a small stage (can fit 2 people) and have had combos up to 4 play our space. We are seeking jazz, acoustic, piano or just flat out unique acts to book in 2019! No act is to unusual for us to consider!

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November at CVLT: "The Little Mermaid", "Parallel Lives", clean (and dirty) improv, and auditions!
by Chagrin Valley Little Theatre 01 Nov '18

01 Nov '18

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Half-Price Preview Tonight: Double-Bill of One-Acts
by Playwrights Local 01 Nov '18

01 Nov '18

////// Special Half-Price Preview Tonight: Thu, Nov. 1 at 7:30 p.m. ////// Get your tickets at http://www.playwrightslocal.org/above-beyond-the-silence/ Playwrights Local Presents A Double-Bill of One-Act Plays ABOVE AND BEYOND By Faye Sholiton | Directed by Craig Joseph >> In 1973, two Air Force officers report to their launch center bunker in a state of alert. They could be asked to destroy a distant city, then live with the results. THE SILENCE OF DR & MRS CALIGARI By Robert Hawkes | Directed by Susan Soltis >> The charlatan showman and his "somnambulist" son from Robert Wiene’s classic film, The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari (1920), are reimagined in a theatrical, cruelly comic setting. ========================= TICKETS & INFO http://www.playwrightslocal.org/above-beyond-the-silence/ FACEBOOK EVENT PAGE https://www.facebook.com/events/1979654042097404/ ========================== SHOWDATES November 2 – 18, 2018 Friday-Saturday at 7:30 p.m. & Sunday at 2:30 p.m. Half-price preview: Thursday, November 1 at 7:30 p.m. VENUE Creative Space at Waterloo Arts 397 East 156th Street Cleveland, Ohio 44110 TICKETS $18 Adults | $15 Seniors & Groups | $12 Students Buy Online <http://www.playwrightslocal.org/above-beyond-the-silence/> -- http://www.playwrightslocal.org/above-beyond-the-silence/ (216) 302-8856 | info(a)playwrightslocal.org ================================= ABOVE AND BEYOND Nicholas Chokan……….Marc Garfinkle James Alexander Rankin……….Darren Whitley Megan Slabach……….Stage Manager THE SILENCE OF DR AND MRS CALIGARI Ray Caspio……….Cesare Robert Hawkes……….Dr Caligari Anne McEvoy……….Mrs Caligari JC Cifranic……….Stage Manager CREATIVE TEAM Inda Blatch-Geib……….Costume Designer Walter C Boswell……….Set Designer Marcus Dana……….Lighting Designer Tom Hayes……….Carpenter Beau Reinker……….Sound Designer Lisa L. Wiley……….Prop Designer # # #

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