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LAST CALL to Regrister For Illusion Factory Summer Theatre Camp at the Akron Art Museum
by Matthew J. Wilks 10 Jul '18

10 Jul '18

Last Call to Regrister For...THE ILLUSION FACTORY SUMMER THEATER CAMP will be held at Summit Artspace in Downtown Akron. Students will learn all aspects of theater and at the end of two weeks, will offer a special performance at the Akron Art Museum Join The Illusion Factory Players this summer and explore the magical world of fairy tales! Students will spend a fun-filled two weeks at downtown Akron's Summit Artspace creating a group performance highlighting their favorite fairytales, including "Aladdin," "Snow White" and more! Students will then perform their play in front of a live audience at the beautiful Akron Art Museum on July 27th! Two-week camp for kids: July 16 - 27 Held at Summit Artspace Akron Camp Performance on the Akron Art Museum stage! Ages 5-7 meet 10am-1:00pm each day: $130 Ages 8 and up meet 10am-3pm each day: $230 For more information or to regrister visit theillusionfactoryakron.org

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LAND OF CLEVE INTERVIEW: Omnipotent Actor Kevin Cline Spends Summertime With Hitler in MAD* Factory's Hilarious Musical 'The Producers'
by Cleve Land 10 Jul '18

10 Jul '18

*LAND OF CLEVE INTERVIEW:* Omnipotent Actor *Kevin Cline* Spends Summertime With Hitler in MAD* Factory's Hilarious Musical *'The Producers'* Running July 20-29 Kevin Cline is excited to be returning to The MAD* Factory for his third summer, and anyone who has seen him perform onstage should be excited as well. The ever-busy actor is currently taking on the role of flamboyantly funny director Roger De Bris in *The Producers*. When his character is recruited at the last minute into playing the lead role of Hitler, it's Kevin's cue to steal the spotlight and prove without a doubt that there's "no greater dictator in the land." Produced by Linda Michalak, *The Producers* is Mel Brooks’ sensational stage musical co-written by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan, music and lyrics by Mel Brooks; The MAD* Factory production is directed by Nina Fisher, with musical direction by Matthew Steven Grittner and choreography by Connie Laettner. *The Producers* will be presented July 20-22 and 27-29, with performances Friday and Saturday evenings at 7pm, and Sunday afternoons at 2:30pm. The show will take place at Oberlin High School, located at 281 North Pleasant Street in Oberlin. Tickets can be paid for at the door, or can be purchased online in advance by visiting the ticketing website <https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mad-factory-presents-the-producers-the-mel-bro…> . Some of Kevin's favorite roles include Uncle Fester in *The Addams Family* at Broadview Heights Spotlights, Willy Wonka in *Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory* at BTOTS, and the Earthworm in the inaugural Theater for Young Audiences production of *James and the Giant Peach* at Broadview Heights Spotlights.... READ OUR EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH KEVIN AT: *http://inthelandofcleve.blogspot.com/2018/07/omnipotent-actor-kevin-cline-spends.html* <http://inthelandofcleve.blogspot.com/2018/07/omnipotent-actor-kevin-cline-s…> TO REQUEST AN INTERVIEW TO PROMOTE YOUR NEXT SHOW OR EVENT, EMAIL: *inthelandofcleve(a)gmail.com <inthelandofcleve(a)gmail.com>*

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Part-Time Facilities Position Available at Beck Center for the Arts
by Larry Goodpaster 10 Jul '18

10 Jul '18

JOB POSTING PART-TIME FACILITIES TECHNICIAN Beck Center for the Arts' facilities department has an immediate opening for a part-time facilities technician. Under the direction of the Facilities Supervisor, the position is responsible for housekeeping, maintenance, and security of all physical properties and grounds at Beck Center for the Arts. This includes room setup and teardown, general housekeeping, performing various types of repairs and maintenance, and implementation of loss prevention and safety procedures. The ideal candidate will have basic familiarity with housekeeping and maintenance. Additional skills including floor care, carpentry, plumbing, electrical and HVAC are a plus. This person is self-motivated possessing the ability to work independently and proactively. This individual will work 15-25 hours per week including some evenings and weekends. To apply, pick up an application at the front desk, or e-mail resume or qualifications to Tim Keehn (tkeehn(a)beckcenter.org<mailto:tkeehn@beckcenter.org> ). No phone calls please. Hiring is contingent upon passing a background check.

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AUDITION NOTICE: SHUFFLE ALONG
by Casting 10 Jul '18

10 Jul '18

KARAMU HOUSE AUDITIONS Seeking non-Equity African-American male vocalist who can dance for a new musical theatre concert entitled THE IMPACT OF SHUFFLE ALONG Hosted by BILL RUDMAN and TONY SIAS Coproduced by KARAMU HOUSE + THE MUSICAL THEATRE PROJECT TUESDAY, JULY 10, 2018 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM KARAMU HOUSE 2355 E. 89th Street Cleveland, OH 44106 APPOINTMENTS For an appointment, please submit the following materials information to casting(a)karamuhouse.org<mailto:casting@karamuhouse.org>: * a current headshot and up-to-date resume with accurate contact information * your current status with Actors' Equity Association union (i.e. AEA/non-AEA) If you are unable to attend the audition, please email your headshot and resume to casting(a)karamuhouse.org<mailto:casting@karamuhouse.org> along with a request to submit a video audition. Please make note of your union status when submitting. ABOUT THE PLAY It was one of the most significant musicals of the 20th century: a show written and performed entirely by African Americans; a show with exuberant songs by Eubie Blake and Noble Sissle (including the mega-hit "I'm Just Wild About Harry"); the show that brought the Harlem Renaissance to the musical stage; and the first show that allowed black theatergoers to watch from the orchestra after so many years of segregated seating. George Gershwin, Fanny Brice and other luminaries of white musical theater gathered at Shuffle Along to see what they could learn from its ragtime music and spirited dancing, and the answer was: a lot. Two years ago, writer and director George C. Wolfe created a Broadway musical about this 1921 trailblazer; now it's time for TMTP and Cleveland's historic Karamu House to take our turn with a new multi-media concert. PREPARATION Seeking a non-Equity African-American male vocalist (age range 35-50) who can dance. Audition appointments are FIVE minutes long. Please prepare ONE 20s jazz standard not to exceed THREE minutes. Finally, please bring a copy of your headshot and resume (stapled together) to your audition time. COMPENSATION All actors receive compensation for their work in our productions. There are no Equity contracts available for this production. PRODUCTION DATES Rehearsals: Rehearsals will span from late November 2018 through February 2019. Performances: Thursday, February 7, 2019 | 8:00 PM Friday, February 8, 2019 | 8:00 PM Saturday, February 9, 2019 | 8:00 PM Sunday, February 10, 2019 | 3:00 PM To set up an appointment or for more information please email casting(a)karamuhouse.org<mailto:casting@karamuhouse.org>. No phone calls please. ### Nathan A. Lilly Director of Marketing & Communications & Production Supervisor KARAMU HOUSE 2355 E. 89th Street, Cleveland, Ohio 44106 OFFICE: 216.795.7070 (press 1 then 3) | CELL: 216.650.4369 nlilly(a)karamuhouse.org<mailto:nlilly@karamuhouse.org> | www.karamuhouse.org<http://www.karamuhouse.org/> [EMAIL SIGNATURE - SIMONE2 hi res]<https://karamuhouse.org/>

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Need a grant writer/ Assistance acquireingfunds for local play
by richard asbury 10 Jul '18

10 Jul '18

venue is locked in, cast readily available Two, Simple, 1 act plays....Not a lot of logistics Need help finding funds ( $5000-- $10,000) new Playwright but has had local following Contact richard asbury 216.225.3429

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Just Two More Weekends For HUCK FINN!
by Chennelle Harris 10 Jul '18

10 Jul '18

Just Two More Weekends For Huck Finn July 13-22 Fridays and Saturdays at 7pm, Sundays at 2pm Come join Chelsea Cannon as Huck,Chennelle Bryant-Harris as Jim And James Rankin and Eric Schmiedl. Last chance to visit The Big, Red Barn this summer. The Great Lakes Theater Education Department Classics On Tour Production of HUCK FINN. Adapted by Eric Schmiedl and directed by Lisa Ortenzi. Yes. Just two more weekends at The Lantern Theatre in The Big, Red Barn on Tinkers Creek at Canal Road in Valley View, Ohio. A great opportunity to see this American classic in the beautiful and historic 1905 Gleeson Barn. Bring the whole family. Come early and have a picnic. Adults $12. Children 12 & under $8. 216 401-5131 The Lantern Theatre 10901 Tinkers Creek Road, Valley View, Ohio 44125 <https://maps.google.com/?q=10901+Tinkers+Creek+Road,+Valley+View,+Ohio+4412…> www.lanterntheatreohio <http://www.lanterntheatreohio.com/>

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AND ALL THE DEAD LIE DOWN Thu-Sat. Panel conversations & free testing on Thurs.
by convergence-continuum 10 Jul '18

10 Jul '18

CONVERGENCE-CONTINUUM PRESENTS A WORKSHOP PRODUCTION OF A NEW WORK AND ALL THE DEAD LIE DOWN BY HARRISON DAVID RIVERS NOW ONSTAGE THU-SAT AT 8 PM THROUGH JULY 28. Panel discussions and free testing on Thursdays. _ _ _And All the Dead Lie Down. _The story of a sero-discordant, interracial gay couple (Foss is HIV+, Alvin is not) dealing with their mixed status relationship, stigmatization, the importance of connection to family (or lack thereof) and their very different backgrounds is brought to a head by an unexpected visit by Foss’ shady, miscreant brother_._ Following the THURSDAY performances (July 12, 19 and 26), con-con will be hosting POST-SHOW PANEL CONVERSATIONS in partnership with representatives from The LGBT Center of Greater Cleveland, Care Alliance, Recovery Resources, and a POZ identifying community member. IN ADDITION, RECOVERY RESOURCES WILL BE OFFERING FREE HIV TESTING AT THE THEATER ON THURSDAY EVENINGS (JULY 12, 19, 26) BEFORE THE SHOW, STARTING AT 6 PM. _And All the Dead Lie Down _runs Thurs-Sat at 8 pm through July 28 at the Liminis Theater, 2438 Scranton Rd, Cleveland 44113 in the historic Tremont neighborhood. Fri & Sat tickets are $20 general admission, $15 seniors (65+), $10 students. Thu: $15, $12, $8. Information and tickets at convergence-continuum.org [1] and 216-687-0074 _And All the Dead Lie Down _is directed by Ismael Lara. The cast features actors Brenton Sullivan, MJ Mihalic and Anthony Lanier. This production is supported in part by the residents of Cuyahoga County by a public grant from Cuyahoga Arts & Culture. Links: ------ [1] http://convergence-continuum.org

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Kennelly Review of Candide
by Laura Kennelly 10 Jul '18

10 Jul '18

*Whether or not* this is the best of all possible worlds, I can not say, but this Ohio Light Opera production just might be the best of all possible *Candides*. It maintains the lyric joyous foolishness Candide and Cunegonde learned from their idealistic teacher, Dr. Pangloss, but it also acknowledges the gloomy realities of life. [Rest of the review at https://coolcleveland.com/2018/07/theater-review-candide-ohio-light-opera-l… ] -- Laura Kennelly 440- 973-6636 Berea, OH 44017 Cool Cleveland Reviews <http://coolcleveland.com/search/laura+Kennelly> artstillmatters.com <http://artstillmatters.blogspot.com/>

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Musical Entertainment at Broadview Heights Home Days
by Annette Phelps 10 Jul '18

10 Jul '18

Broadview Heights Home Days Features Live EntertainmentThursday, July 12 - Sunday, July 15, 2018 The Broadview Heights Home Days offers live entertainment throughout theweekend, and the nearby beer garden (sponsored by Broadview Heights Spotlights Theater) creates a pub-like atmosphere to relax andenjoy the bands. The event is held at the Broadview Center (City campus), 9543 Broadview Road, just south of Rt. 82. Thursday’sentertainment, “The Cleveland TOPS Swing Band” will play classic big band musicfor seniors by seniors from 6:00-8:00PM. Afterwards, Ronnie Fiorentino willbring a sound and style to his vocals that recall Sinatra, Dino, Sammy, Vinton,Darrin and others from 8:45-11:00PM. Friday at 5:30-6:00 PMRevolutions Dance Academy will perform on stage. “Recess” (Pop-Rock/Alternative)is back again this year from 6-11PM. During their break at 9PM, dance performers“Rock’n’Robots” will take the stage. Saturday’sentertainment begins with “Nina & Lou’s Line Dancing” including lessons andperformance from 3-4PM. “Spotlights Rock”will perform in the Beer Garden from 4-6PM. At 5PM there will be an exhibition game on thefootball field by the Brecksville-Broadview Heights Rugby Club where they willshow off their footwork skills. The ever-popular Police Dog show will takeplace at 7PM. “Phil N’ The Blanks” will perform oldies but goodies from 6-11PM,with a 1-hour break at 9PM when “The Rock’n Robots” will return to the stage. Sunday opens withdoo-wop vocal group “Malt Shoppe Memories” from 3-5PM followed by the popularPizza-Eating contest at 5:30PM MC’d by DJ Gary Perl. BUBBLE-PALOOZZA, aninteractive family show will take place on Sunday 5-6PM on the football field featuringDr. U. R. Awesome. Participation isencouraged. Closing the festival will be“The Backstreet Blues Band” from 6:30-10:00PM. For more information about the Home Days, visit the website: http://www.broadview-heights.org/372/Home-Days-on-the-Green

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Theatre 8:15 announces Footloose auditions
by Dawna Kornick 10 Jul '18

10 Jul '18

Theatre 8:15 announces... "Footloose" The Musical Music by Tom Snow<http://www.rnh.com/bio/201/Snow-Tom> | Lyrics by Dean Pitchford<http://www.rnh.com/bio/43/Pitchford-Dean> | Stage Adaptation by Dean Pitchford<http://www.rnh.com/bio/43/Pitchford-Dean> and Walter Bobbie<http://www.rnh.com/bio/204/Bobbie-Walter> | Based on the original screenplay by Dean Pitchford | Additional Music by Eric Carmen, Sammy Hagar, Kenny Loggins and Jim Steinman. One of the most explosive movie musicals in recent memory bursts onto the live stage with exhilarating results. When Ren and his mother move from Chicago to a small farming town, Ren is prepared for the inevitable adjustment period at his new high school. What he isn't prepared for are the rigorous local edicts, including a ban on dancing instituted by the local preacher, determined to exercise the control over the town's youth that he cannot command in his own home. When the reverend's rebellious daughter sets her sights on Ren, her roughneck boyfriend tries to sabotage Ren's reputation, with many of the locals eager to believe the worst about the new kid. The heartfelt story that emerges is of a father longing for the son he lost and of a young man aching for the father who walked out on him. To the rockin' rhythm of its Oscar and Tony-nominated top 40 score (the soundtrack album reached number one on the Billboard charts and has sold over 15 million copies!) and augmented with dynamic new songs for the stage musical, FOOTLOOSE celebrates the wisdom of listening to young people, guiding them with a warm heart and an open mind. AUDITION DATES Sunday, July 29, 2018 6:30 - 8:30 pm Monday, July 30, 2018 6:30 - 8:30 pm PERFORMANCE DATES September 21 - September 30, 2018 Fridays and Saturdays @ 8:15 pm Sundays @ 2:15 pm ********** CAST BREAKDOWN PRINCIPALS 2 Woman 2 Teen Girls 1 Man 3 Teen Boys FEATURED 3 Women 3 Teen Boys 1 Man ENSEMBLE Singing-dancing ensemble consisting of Townspeople and High School Students CHARACTERS Ren McCormack - teenage boy from Chicago Ethel McCormack - his mother Reverend Shaw Moore - the minister of Bomont Vi Moore - his wife Ariel Moore - their teenage daughter Lulu Warnicker - Ren's aunt Wes Warnicker - her husband Coach Roger Dunbar - the high school gym teacher Eleanor Dunbar - his wife Rusty - Ariel's best friend Urleen - Ariel's friend Wendy Jo - Ariel's friend Chuck Cranston - Ariel's boyfriend Lyle - Chuck's buddy Travis - Chuck's buddy A Cop Betty Blast - the owner of The Burger Blast Willard Hewitt - Ren's friend, a country boy Principal Harry Clark Jeter - Ren's friend Bickle - Ren's friend Garvin - Ren's friend Cowboy Bob - the lead vocalist at the Bar-B-Que Cowboy Bob's Band Townspeople and High School Students For more information call (330) 896-0339 or email info(a)theatre815.com FOOTLOOSE us presented through special arrangements with R & H Theatreicals: www.rnh.com<http://www.rnh.com>. [X] 4740 Massillon Rd Green, Ohio 44232 (330) 896-0339 www.theatre815.com<http://www.theatre815.com>

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