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Near West Theatre seeking applicants for the position of Assistant Technical Director
by Michael Stein 28 Aug '18

28 Aug '18

*Position Description* *Near West Theatre* *Assistant Technical Director* *POSITION SUMMARY: *The Assistant Technical Director is responsible for providing primary support to the Technical Director, including assistance in the construction of all scenic elements and in the leading and training volunteers in set construction. *KEY RESPONSIBILITIES* · Responsible for construction of scenic elements for productions · Responsible for maintenance of scenic shop, maintenance of tools and overall cleanliness of scenic shop · Assists the Technical Director in day to day responsibilities · Assists the Technical Director in management of all crews working on scenery · Assists the Technical Director in leading and training teens and adults in the Summer Technical Theater Workshop as well as volunteers of all ages in Technical Theater Work Sessions and at Community Work Days · Assists the Technical Director in the implementation of the annual benefit event · Attends all technical rehearsals as need by Technical Director · Attends all production meetings and scenic design meetings as needed *REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: *Reports to Technical Director *MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBLITIES:* None at this time. *REQUIRED SKILLS* · Strong knowledge of carpentry (rough and finish) · Working knowledge of rigging, welding, blueprint reading, foam carving, painting, audio visual, and theatre lighting · Assists scenic paint department in basic painting as allowed by each show’s build schedule · Intermediate skill with Vectorworks or AutoCad · Working knowledge of basic shop tools and their maintenance · Able to perform simple electrical wiring *DESIRED SKILLS* · Proficiency with Vectorworks or AutoCad · Intermediate skill in teaching technical skills to youth and/or adults · Experience with pneumatics · Experience as a theatrical electrician · Working understanding of nonprofit organizations or community theaters. *JOB CLASSIFICATION: *Full-time, exempt *REQUIREMENTS:* EDUCATION: Associates degree in carpentry or other related trade skills. Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree with an emphasis in Technical Theatre, or equivalent professional experience preferred. EXPERIENCE: 2+ years of technical theater production experience highly preferred; 2+ years of finish carpentry experience required. Capable of driving 24’ box truck. PHYSICAL: Must be able to regularly stand, walk, use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, and talk and hear. Must be able to stoop, squat, or kneel, and reach above the head. Must be able to lift 40-50 lbs. Must be able to climb 40’ ladder to access catwalk system if needed. Must be comfortable with heights of 40’ on a catwalk system and a single person lift. *WORK SCHEDULE:* 9:00a to 5:00p (M-F), includes occasional evenings and weekends as needed > *To apply for this opportunity, please send your resume and a cover letter > to the attention of* > * Amy Clausen * > hr(a)nearwesttheatre.org

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Auditions: UA Theatre's Fall Mainstage Production of Big Love
by Arts Administration 28 Aug '18

28 Aug '18

The University of Akron School of Dance, Theatre, and Arts Administration is looking for students and community members to audition for the Fall Theatre Mainstage production, *Big Love*, by Charles Mee, directed by James Slowiak. *Big Love *is a contemporary retelling of Aeschylus’ *The Suppliants*, long thought to be the oldest surviving play script. With a bold physical approach, characters breaking into pop songs, and provocative themes, the comic tale of 50 brides running away from their 50 grooms promises to be a rich and rollicking adventure for both actors and spectators. Rehearsals will begin Sunday, September 9 and performance dates are October 25 to November 3, 2018. Expect to rehearse Sunday through Thursday evenings for 3 to 4 hours. *WHAT TO PREPARE:* Please prepare to perform 2-3 minutes of your best karaoke number (bring your own music) or, like on “America’s Got Talent,” recite a poem, sing a song, dance, perform magic, do a monologue or comedy routine – anything you do well! You may be asked to move and to work with other members of your audition group. Please also come prepared to write down all of your schedule conflicts. *WHERE TO GO:* Sandefur Theatre, Guzzetta Hall, The University of Akron, Buchtel Ave. (Across the street from E.J. Thomas Hall) *AUDITION TIMES:* Tuesday, September 4, 6-8pm (Theatre Program “Meet and Greet” from 5-6pm) or Wednesday, September 5, 5-7pm There will be no reserved time slots, so be prepared to stay for the entire block of time. For more information, call (330) 972-5909 or email slowiak(a)uakron.edu -- *Graduate Assistant* School of Dance, Theatre, and Arts Administration The University of Akron Akron, OH 44325 Phone: (330) 972.7895 Website: uakron.edu/dtaa <http://www.uakron.edu/dtaa> Facebook: facebook.com/TheArtsStartHere <http://www.facebook.com/TheArtsStartHere> Instagram: *instagram.com/artsstarthere/ <http://instagram.com/artsstarthere/>* Twitter: twitter.com/ArtsStartHere

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Casting Male 25-30ish PAID - Mapleside Farms
by Stunt Cat 28 Aug '18

28 Aug '18

Casting Patch Greenleaf for the show "The Princess and the Pumpkin" at Mapleside Farms. Good comedic timing, affable, kind of a leading man. 25ish- 30ish. Please send a headshot and video if you have it to Martin at stuntcatprod(a)gmail.com Rehearsals start soon. Show runs every Saturday and Sunday 9:30am - 5pm from September 22 thru October 28. Pay is $11 per hour.

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Mercury Theatre Company: Auditions for NEWSIES this weekend!
by Mercury Theatre Company 28 Aug '18

28 Aug '18

AUDITION FOR MERCURY THEATRE COMPANY'S NATIONAL AWARD WINNING JUNIOR COMPANY AND JOIN THE CAST OF MTC'S PRODUCTION OF DISNEY'S NEWSIES! Mercury Theatre Company is currently seeking youth ages 11-18 to participate in their Junior Company for the upcoming season. Membership in the Junior Company is by invitation only. Audition timeslots and directions are listed below. Membership in the MTC Junior Company includes the following: - Up to 8 intensive training sessions with professional trainers, including music, acting, dance and tumbling. - Participation as a cast member in MTC's full-scale production of Disney's Newsies (December 21-23 in South Euclid). - Participation in the National Performing Arts Festival in Orlando (February 22-24, 2019 at Walt Disney World in Orlando, FL). - Opportunity to compete as a solo and/or duo in the National Performing Arts Festival. *NOTE: Company members will be responsible for travel costs associated with the trip as well as training fees. More information will be available at auditions. Fundraising opportunities will be available. Directed by: Pierre-Jacques Brault Musical Direction: Jason Falkofsky Choreographer: Jake Washabaugh Gymnastics Coach: Greg Skupski Auditions will take place on Friday, August 31, from 6:30-9PM and on Saturday, September 1, from 10AM-12:30PM. All participants are expected to audition. Individual auditions will be scheduled and each participant is expected to attend the dance call following his/her scheduled audition time. Dance auditions will take place at the following times for each date: On Friday 8/31: 7:20PM and 8:40PM On Saturday 9/1: 10:50AM and 12:10PM Click this link to sign up for an audition time: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040b45afa82cab9-mtc1819<https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.signupgenius.com%2Fgo%2F90…> LOCATION: Mercury Theatre Company is located at Notre Dame College's Regina Hall. Auditions and rehearsals are expected to take place at this location. Address is as follows: 1857 South Green Road South Euclid, OH 44121 WHAT TO PREPARE: Please prepare a short contemporary musical theater piece that does not exceed 1-minute in length. A professional accompanist will be provided; please have your music in original key and in a 3-ring binder with pages copied back to back. A headshot and resume will be helpful. You will be asked to dance, so please bring comfortable shoes. SCHEDULE: Regular rehearsals will begin Saturday, September 15, 2018, and will take place each Saturday for at least 8 weeks. Additional rehearsals will be added in November as required. Each Saturday rehearsal will include up to 3 hours of intensive training and 3 hours of show rehearsal. Exact times are TBD and may vary week to week, but most Saturday rehearsals will begin at 10AM and run until 5PM. Please bring your calendar to the auditions so you can note any conflicts at that time. Please note that all company members must be available from 5-10PM from December 16-20 for tech rehearsals. PERFORMANCE DATES: Dec. 21-23, 2018 (South Euclid) Feb. 22-24, 2019 (Orlando) CASTING: Casting decisions will be announced by Sunday, September 9th, and company members are expected to accept their roles no later than the first rehearsal. All actors who are invited to the Junior Company are expected to perform in the South Euclid performance in December as well as the National Performing Arts Festival in February. Additional questions can be directed to mymercury(a)mercurytheatrecompany.org or 216.771.5862. Mercury Theatre Company 216.771.5862 www.mercurytheatrecompany.org Mercury Theatre Company 216.771.5862 www.mercurytheatrecompany.org

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Auditions for "Annie, KIDS" in Akron
by Sarah.Bailey＠USE.SalvationArmy.Org 28 Aug '18

28 Aug '18

THE SA YOUTH COMPANY presents ANNIE, KIDS "The sun will come out tomorrow" because Leapin' Lizards the SA Youth Company is presenting Annie, KIDS! Join us this fall and make theatre after school!! This NEW company is for young actors in grades K-12th and is by audition only. Auditions will take place Sunday, September 16th from 2:00 PM-4:00 PM and Monday, September 17th from 4:00 PM-5:00 PM. All auditions, rehearsals, and performances will take place at 190 South Maple Street Akron, OH 44302 Please prepare 32 bars of music in the Broadway style . An accompanist will be provided. Rehearsals will take place Monday/Wednesday/Friday from 4:00-5:00 PM beginning on September 19th. Tech week will take place December 3rd-7th from 4-6 PM M-F. Show dates are December 7th @ 7:00 PM. December 8th @ 2:30 PM and December 9th @2:30 PM. To sign-up please click here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090c4babaa2ba0f58-annie Sarah Bailey M.M. Director of Arts and Science Programming The Salvation Army 190 South Maple Street Akron, OH 44302 330-434-7514 sarah.bailey(a)USE.salvationarmy.org ****************************************************************** This email and any files transmitted with it are confidential and intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. If you have received this email in error please notify the originator of the message. Any views expressed in this message are those of the individual sender, except where the sender specifies and with authority, states them to be the views of The Salvation Army. ******************************************************************

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Wit and wisdom: THE CASUAL TREE WARD by Robert Hawkes at convergence-continuum
by convergence-continuum 28 Aug '18

28 Aug '18

NOW ONSTAGE AT CONVERGENCE-CONTINUUM THE WORLD PREMIERE OF _THE CASUAL TREE WARD _BY ROBERT HAWKES _The Casual Tree Ward _by Cleveland playwright Robert Hawkes brims with wit and wisdom._ _The goddess Freyja (or is she?) is tending Yggdrasil, the World Ash Tree (or is it?), trying to protect it from ever increasing drought. Should she continue to refuse the help of the feisty, amorous water bearer? Does the world really depend on this single tree, or is this a self-generating myth? All is made clear (or is it?) when Odin, the One-Eyed God (or is he?) shows up to resolve all questions and save us all (or can he?). _The Casual Tree Ward _is directed by Susan Soltis. The cast features actors Andrea Belser, James Rankin, and David Munnell. _The Casual Tree Ward _runs Thurs-Sat at 8 pm through Sept 15 at the Liminis Theater, 2438 Scranton Rd, in Cleveland’s historic Tremont neighborhood. Fri & Sat tickets are $20 general admission, $15 seniors (65+), $10 students. Thurs discount tickets are $15, $12 and $8. _ _ Reservations and information at convergence-continuum.org [1]. Links: ------ [1] http://convergence-continuum.org

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Dialect coach need for LEC's production of MURDER BY POE (and 2 more actors!)
by doctor celery 28 Aug '18

28 Aug '18

For Lake Erie College's upcoming production of MURDER BY POE by Jeffrey Hatcher, we need: *2 more actors for male roles and * a dialect coach to help with French accents (some pay available) Please contact Dr. Jaffe at <jjaffe(a)lec.edu>. "She went down to the pet shop and came back with two alligators. We asked her why she'd got two alligators, and she said they were on sale. Buy one at the regular price and you got another one for a penny. An alligator one cent sale. In its own way it made sense." Richard Brautigan, A CONFEDERATE GENERAL FROM BIG SUR

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Stocker Arts Center Presents “Neil Berg’s 50 Years of Rock & Roll”
by Allison Jack 28 Aug '18

28 Aug '18

Stocker Arts Center Presents “Neil Berg’s 50 Years of Rock & Roll” Stocker Arts Center at Lorain County Community College will open its 2018-2019 Performing Artists Series with “Neil Berg’s 50 Years of Rock and Roll” at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, September 11, in the Hoke Theatre. With a cast consisting of both stars from Broadway's greatest rock musicals, as well as incredible Rock & Roll singers, Berg shares the often unknown stories from 50 years of history of the music that changed the world forever. The show includes fascinating stories and groundbreaking music, with tributes to such important and iconic rock stars, groups, events and genres as Chuck Berry, Little Richard, Elvis Presley, Ray Charles, Buddy Holly, Bob Dylan, Frankie Valli, The Beatles, Beach Boys, Motown, Aretha Franklin, The Who, Janis Joplin, Woodstock, Simon & Garfunkel, Carole King, Led Zeppelin, Elton John, Stevie Wonder, Billy Joel, Aerosmith, Linda Ronstadt, Bruce Springsteen, The Eagles, Fleetwood Mac, Disco, New Wave, Journey and more. Those performing alongside Berg include Danny Zolli, Brook Wood, Kareema Khouri, Aaron Finley, Jarran Muse, with music performed by Berg (piano) along with Roger Cohen (drums), Abraham Saenz (bass), Mike Wilson (guitar) and Jeremy Beck (keyboards). Zolli, who performed last year at Stocker Arts Center in “Neil Berg’s Pianomen: An Intimate Tribute to Billy Joel & Elton John,” is renowned around the globe as a vocal powerhouse with an enormous vocal range and the ability to sing everything from Broadway to razor-sharp Rock & Roll. He is best known for his monumental number of performances, and record breaking number of performances as Jesus, Judas, and Annas in more than 26 productions of Jesus Christ Superstar throughout the world. Stocker Arts Center offers valet parking and dinner prior to the Performing Artists Series shows. Dinners are held in the Norton Culinary Arts Center or Spitzer Conference Center next to Stocker Arts Center and seatings are at 5:45 p.m. or 6:15 p.m. Tickets for dinner are $30 per person. Tickets for valet parking are $5 per car and can be purchased in advance or paid in cash the night of the show. To purchase tickets for any of the shows 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. Stocker Arts Center is located on the campus of Lorain County Community College at 1005 North Abbe Road, Elyria, Ohio. Follow Stocker Arts Center on Facebook and @StockerArts on Twitter and Instagram. Parking on campus is free unless you choose to valet park your car for the Performing Artists Series events. Allison Jack Writer & Project Coordinator | Marketing & Communications Lorain County Community College (440) 366-7082

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AUDITIONS - - - Kringle's Inventionasium Experience
by Mr. Kringle & Company 28 Aug '18

28 Aug '18

*Mr. Kringle & Company* Auditions For *Kringle’s Inventionasium Experience * Original Characters By: Michael Chiappe Directed By: Tiffany Trapnell *AUDITIONS* *WHEN:* Monday, September 24th & Tuesday, September 25th *WHERE:* Near West Theatre @ 6702 Detroit Rd. Cleveland, OH 44102 *SIGN-UP:* 6:30pm or 8pm time slots available. *EMAIL:* jobs(a)mrkringle.com to schedule. *ARRIVE:* 30 minutes prior to your scheduled time. Headshots & Resumes are appreciated, but not required. Dress for movement and wear comfortable footwear. *Click, **HERE <https://www.google.com/maps/dir/''/near+west+theater/data=!4m5!4m4!1m0!1m2!1m1!1s0x8830f04a13322f2f:0xfebfc63d672dd966?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwjr-Zj0j5DdAhVDw4MKHUzMA6MQ9RcwEnoECAcQFQ>** for Directions to Near West Theatre* *REHEARSALS* October 1st - November 7th Monday-Wednesday 6pm-10pm *PREVIEW DATES* November 13th & 15th Tuesday & Thursday 5pm-8pm *PRODUCTION DATES* Saturday, November 17, 9am-8pm Sunday, November 18, 9am-7pm Friday, November 23, 3pm-8pm Saturday, November 24, 9am-8pm Saturday, December 1, 9am-8pm Sunday, November 25, 9am-7pm Sunday, December 2, 9am-7pm Friday, December 7, 3pm-8pm Saturday, December, 8 9am-8pm Sunday, December 9, 9am-7pm Sunday, December 9, 9am-7pm Thursday, December 13, 3pm-8pm Friday, December 14, 3pm-8pm Saturday, December 15, 9am-8pm Sunday, December 16, 9am-7pm Wednesday, December 19, 9am-8pm Thursday, December 20, 9am-8pm Friday, December 21, 9am-8pm Saturday, December 22, 9am-8pm Sunday, December 23, 9am-7pm Monday, December 24, 9am-3pm Saturday, December 29, 11am-4pm Sunday, December 30, 11am-4pm *COMPENSATION* All Performers receive hourly compensation for performances. *PAY**:* $10-14hr / A Full-Time performer averages $2700/season. *ABOUT THE PRODUCTION* Kringle’s Inventionasium is a fully immersive, interactive experience that offers performers the unique opportunity to develop, inhabit and live out characters authentically inside a 7,500 sq ft fantasy world. Audiences are invited to Mr. Kringle’s top secret toy lab to help create toys, and prepare for the holiday season. Mayhem ensues as guests assist Kringle’s kooky inventing team, and eventually everyone meets with Mr. Kringle for a personal visit. *Click, **HERE <https://mrkringle.com/experience/>** for more about the Experience* *ROLES AVAILABLE* Roles open to ages 18+. Positions are Non-Equity. Flexible Scheduling (Full & Part-Time) *Click, **HERE <https://mrkringle.com/discover/>** for Available Roles* *PRODUCTION TEAM* Artistic Director – Jimmy Langa Director – Tiffany Trappnell Costume Designer – Michael Chiappe Hospitality Director – Jake Hastings Operations Director – Greg Markowitz This casting notice was posted by: The Mr. Kringle Company, LLC

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Theater classes begin next week at Beck Center for the Arts!
by Sarah Clare 28 Aug '18

28 Aug '18

BECK CENTER THEATER CLASSES STARTING NEXT WEEK! Wednesday, September 5, marks the start of our 2018 Fall semester at Beck Center for the Arts ... and some classes are already sold out! We have opportunities available to participate in one of our after school offerings, or our great Saturday packages ... be it Fundamentals of Theater, Youth Core or Teen Core options. Classes are available for students ages 2-19 in acting, singing, dancing, auditioning, improvisation, and more! We also offer adult classes in Acting and Improv. Beck Center for the Arts offers our catalog online 24/7 - complete with fast and easy registration. You can sign up for any class right from the comforts of home! You can even wake up, sign on, sign up, and head over for class all in a matter of minutes. :) If you've been meaning to get involved or wanting to check out what the buzz is all about at Beck Center ... now is the time. Don't wait too long or you just might miss out! Copy and paste this link to take you directly to our Fall 2018 catalog: http://www.beckcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/18-FALL-online-8-20-18… Check out our upcoming youth theater season, or enroll online at www.beckcenter.org<http://www.beckcenter.org> , call 216-521-2540 x10 or stop by in person at Beck Center for the Arts on 17801 Detroit in Lakewood and join the fun! * * * * * Located at 17801 Detroit Avenue in Lakewood, Beck Center for the Arts is a not-for-profit 501(c)3 organization that offers professional theater productions, arts education programming in dance, music, theater, visual arts, early childhood, and creative arts therapies for special needs students, and gallery exhibits featuring local, regional and international artists. For more information visit beckcenter.org<http://www.beckcenter.org/>. Sarah Clare Associate Director, Theater Education 17801 Detroit Avenue, Lakewood, Ohio 44107 beckcenter.org<http://www.beckcenter.org/> | 216.521.2540 | Fax 216.521.2110 2018-2019 YOUTH & TEEN THEATER SEASON: CINDER-ELLA (October 25 - 28, 2018) LAW & ORDER: NURSERY RHYME UNIT (December 14- 23, 2018) 13 (April 5 - 14, 2019) SEUSSICAL (May 10 - 19, 2019)

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