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Cleveland Public Theatre Presents the World Premiere of the Interactive "Golden Flame Invitation" June 12-29!
by Kim Furganson 03 Jun '25

03 Jun '25

cleveland PUBLIC theatre and cleveland CORE ensemble Present Golden Flame Invitation<https://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2024-2025/golden-flame-invit…> By Raymond Bobgan and Cleveland CORE Ensemble Directed by Raymond Bobgan (A World Premiere) June 12, 2025 to June 29, 2025 Golden Flame Invitation features fierce physicality, moving acapella song, and poetry in this engaging spectacle of the heart which seeks to engage with ephemeral topics of dream, contemplation, and our shared humanity. In this "poetic theatre," conceived by Executive Artistic Director Raymond Bobgan and members of CORE Ensemble<https://www.cptonline.org/cleveland-core-ensemble/>, stories collide, overlap, and conjoin. Audience members become part of the action of the play as they journey into different parts of the theatre. Featuring: Katie Boissoneault, Maddy Cox, Sean Dubois Day, Shakeeb Julien, Brooke Lynlee, Kseniia Lysiuk, Martinique Mims, Nnamdi Okpala, Kynnedy, Kat Shy, Yuval Tal, Anastasía Urozhaeva, and Eric Wloszek. Ticket Information: To make theatre as accessible as possible, CPT offers a "Choose What You Pay" policy which allows patrons to choose the price that best suits them with no handling fees! Tickets may be purchased at www.cptonline.org<http://www.cptonline.org/> or 216.631.2727 x 501 Also, every Friday is Free Bev Friday at CPT where patrons and artists can mingle and discuss the performance and enjoy select complimentary beverages.

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Sing Your Way to a College Scholarship
by Katie Martin 03 Jun '25

03 Jun '25

Calling all high school vocalists with a 2026 to 2029 graduation date!! Send in your audition tape TODAY to win college scholarships! -- Shining Star CLE<https://www.mandeljcc.org/shining-star-cle/mandeljcc/> 2025 Participation is FREE and all genres of music accepted. Now in its 9th year, the premier annual solo-singing competition, Shining Star CLE is presented by KeyBank and hosted by Mandel JCC of Cleveland. Join us for THE FINALS × Sunday, Sept 7, 2025 × 6:30 pm × Playhouse Square. THE AUDITIONS * Submit your video audition (3 min max) online to https://shiningstarcle.submittable.com/submit BEFORE June 30, 2025 at 11:59 pm. * Piano accompaniment, personal instrument usage or a cappella are preferred, but recorded accompaniment is permitted. * Must be a resident of Ashtabula, Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Lorain, Medina, Portage, Stark, Summit and Wayne counties ( including homeschooled students ). THE SCHOLARSHIPS * 1st Place: $10,000 college scholarship plus an opportunity to perform with the Cleveland Pops Orchestra. Also a free one-year membership to The J. * 2nd Place: $5,000 college scholarship * 3rd Place: $2,500 college scholarship * 4th Place: $1,000 college scholarship * School award: $2,500 to the high school music department of the 1st place winner THE CAUSE Shining Star CLE is an inclusive singing competition showcasing the best of Northeast Ohio's talented teens. Music plays a vital role in uniting communities and fostering shared experiences. Funds raised through this event allow us to both grow creative youth programming and enhance aging-in-place senior services. Contact me for more information: Kate Martin Special Events Coordinator Mandel JCC 26001 S. Woodland Beachwood, Ohio 44122 Direct: 216-593-6214 Watch the 2024 Shining Star CLE video here<https://youtu.be/eguxZ8eI_Dc?si=8L8ZBs-NrZHSBCTj>. Learn more at ShiningStarCLE.org<https://www.mandeljcc.org/shining-star-cle/mandeljcc/>. Follow us on Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/shiningstarcle/> and Instagram #OfficialShiningStarCLE<https://www.instagram.com/officialshiningstarcle/>

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Erin Nicole Neal: Jazz under the Stars: Jazz in the Blue, June 7, 7 pm in Medina's Uptown Park (Gazebo)
by Thomas Sigel Hotmail 03 Jun '25

03 Jun '25

Ohio Regional Music Arts and Cultural Outreach (ORMACO) opens its 2025 Jazz under the Stars concert series with Northeast Ohio-based band, Jazz in the Blue featuring singer, bass guitarist and pianist Erin Nicole Neal on June 7, 2025, at 7 pm. Neal delights audiences with her strong, soulful voice that flows easily from heartfelt bluesy delivery to agile jazz-style phrasing.  Her band performs an eclectic mix of music that includes Blues, Rock, Pop, Soul, and Jazz in the style of artists such as Dinah Washington, Low Rawls, Sarah Vaughn, Ella Fitzgerald, Nancy Wilson, Frank Sinatra, and many more! Bring your lawn chairs, blankets and picnics to enjoy this free concert. In the event of rain, the concert will be held at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 317 E. Liberty Street, Medina, OH 44256. For more information, call 419-853-6016.

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Matilda Jr Auditions next week!
by Kimberly States 03 Jun '25

03 Jun '25

Final call for auditions for Buckeye Community Theatre's production of Matilda, Jr! Auditions will be June 9th (virtual auditions accepted if you cannot attend live) Rehearsals and performances all take place right near Medina's historic square. Rehearsals begin July 12th and end with performances October 2nd-October 5th. Children and teens age 10-18 are welcome to audition. More information here: https://www.bctohio.org/auditions

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Jimmy Buffett's Escape to Margaritaville opens this FRIDAY, June 6 at The Fine Arts Association
by Ann Hedger 02 Jun '25

02 Jun '25

Jimmy Buffett's Escape to Margaritaville In the Corning Auditorium at The Fine Arts Association, 38660 Mentor Ave., Willoughby, Ohio Book by Greg Garcia and Mike O’Malley Music and Lyrics by Jimmy Buffett Directed David Malinowski Music Direction by Kristen Johnson Choreographed by Jen Boehmer Jimmy Buffett’s Escape to Margaritaville is a musical comedy featuring the most-loved Jimmy Buffett classics, including “Cheeseburger in Paradise”, “Margaritaville,” “It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere,” “Fins,” “Volcano,” and many more. The plot revolves around a part-time bartender and singer who falls for a career-minded tourist. With a book by Emmy Award winner Greg Garcia (“My Name is Earl,” “Raising Hope”) and Emmy nominee Mike O’Malley (“Survivor’s Remorse,” “Shameless”), this hilarious, heartwarming musical is the party you’ve been waiting for! *Rated PG-13* CAST INCLUDES: Amani Dafina as Marley, Jaren Thomas Hodgson as Tully, Lance Switzer as JD, Celia Lupton as Rachel, Samantha Hill as Tammy, Joe Gallagher as Brick, Masario Atkins as Jamal, Ryan Alexander as Chadd, and Ensemble includes Brett Bryson, Michael Malkowski, Elizabeth Axelrod, Mary Messmore, Annie Moskal, Bree Strong, Emily Brady, Kylie Sykes, Loren Sciulla, Nola Sedivy and Saudra Green. PERFORMANCES: June 6 - 23, 2025 Fridays & Saturdays - 7:30 pm Sundays - 2:00 pm **Sign-interpreted performance - Sunday June 23, 2025 2:00 pm TICKETS ON SALE NOW! Tickets: $29/adults - $27/seniors & students 11 & up - $19/children 10 & under For more information, call 440-951-7500 or to purchase online tickets, go to https://www.fineartsassociation.org/performance/ Ann Hedger Programming Coordinator ahedger(a)fineartsassociation.org<mailto:ahedger@fineartsassociation.org> __________________________ The Fine Arts Association All the Arts Under One Roof 38660 Mentor Avenue, Willoughby, OH 44094 www.fineartsassociation.org<http://www.fineartsassociation.org/>

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SHOW PHOTGRAPHER -- Available at Low Rates: Paige Weir
by Paige Weir 02 Jun '25

02 Jun '25

My name is Paige Weir. I am a photographer local to Geauga County, but willing to drive up to an hour. I have recently worked with the Cleveland Shakespeare Festival in photographing their production of King Lear. I will be working with them again this summer. I want to offer my photography services to the community. I am a hobby photographer, so my rates are flexible. Please contact me if you are interested in further information! -- *PAIGE WEIR* *weir.aud22(a)gmail.com <weir.aud22(a)gmail.com>* *weiraud22.wixsite.com/paige* <http://weiraud22.wixsite.com/paige>

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SHOW PHOTOGRAPHER -- Available at low rates
by Paige Weir 02 Jun '25

02 Jun '25

My name is Paige Weir. I am a photographer local to Geauga County, but willing to drive up to an hour. I have recently worked with the Cleveland Shakespeare Festival in photographing their production of King Lear. I will be working with them again this summer. I want to offer my photography services to the community. I am a hobby photographer, so my rates are flexible. Please contact me if you are interested in further information! -- Paige Weir She|They Actress | Student weiraud22.wixsite.com/paige (440) 241-8368

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KARAMU HOUSE SUMMER AUDITIONS: FAME JR
by Maya Nicholson 02 Jun '25

02 Jun '25

*FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:* *Fame Jr., The Musical • Auditions* Karamu House Theater announces auditions for *Fame Jr. the Musical!* Set during the last years of New York City's celebrated High School for the Performing Arts in the early 1980s, *Fame JR*. is the bittersweet, but ultimately inspiring, story of a diverse group of students who commit to four years of grueling artistic and academic work. *PLEASE CONTACT ARTS EDUCATION MANAGER, MAYA NICHOLSON, * *mnicholson(a)karamuhouse.org* <mnicholson(a)karamuhouse.org> to set up your audition time. Our Production Team is searching for a diverse, inclusive, and non-traditional cast, including creative, charismatic actors, singers, and dancers. *Auditions are open to actors going into the 6th grade through 12th grade.* *FINAL AUDITION DATE: June 13, 2025* For further questions, send an e-mail to *mnicholson(a)karamuhouse.org* <mnicholson(a)karamuhouse.org>, and she will respond as soon as possible *CASTING CALL: BOYS 6th- 12th grade* *Tyrone Jackson* Tyrone Jackson has talent, but he wants to use it his own way rather than conform to the school's rules. He is constantly switching between his tough-guy persona and a young man trying to woo Iris. Tyrone is a dancer with no vocal solos, so cast an actor who is a great mover that also has solid acting skills. Gender: male *Joe (José) Vegas* Joe (José) Vegas is the class clown who loves performing on and offstage. Joe has just a few solo lines, so casting an actor who is funny and over the top is more important than finding someone with brilliant singing skills. Gender: male Vocal range top: E5 Vocal range bottom: A#3 *Nick Piazza* Nick Piazza is focused on learning the craft of "real" acting. Cast a good singer and actor who has maturity and wisdom on his side. Gender: male Vocal range top: F5 Vocal range bottom: Db4

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Churchill at War -- Berko Preview
by Neil Thackaberry 02 Jun '25

02 Jun '25

World Premiere of CHURCHILL AT WAR at Actors Summit The world premiere of *CHURCHILL AT WAR* is being staged by Actors Summit. The 90-minute one-person show, which is written by Neil Thackaberry, will star Peter Voinovich. The tale, which is a tribute to one of the world’s greatest leaders, takes the audience deep into the early military experiences that shaped Winston Churchill’s leadership, along with the stirring speeches and sharp wit that defined his legacy. The play paints a vivid portrait of a man whose words and courage changed the course of history. The staging, which will be directed by Thackaberry, will be performed on June 20-29 at Greystone Hall, 103 S High Street in Akron. Performances are scheduled at 7:30 PM on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, with additional Sunday matinees at 2:00 PM. Tickets at actorssummitproductions.com <https://royberko.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=319f4c25375546f3c22909ed…> or 234-817-8414

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Cleveland Public Theatre's New Play Festival Test Flight Wraps Up with the Sci-Fi Rap Opera "Future Never Land"
by Kim Furganson 02 Jun '25

02 Jun '25

Cleveland Public Theatre presents TEST FLIGHT 2025 (Part Two)<https://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2024-2025/category/series/te…> Featuring workshop productions by Northeast Ohio artists as part of CPT's New Play Development Program Through - June 7, 2025 Cleveland Public Theatre's<https://www.cptonline.org/> (CPT) quintessential new play development series Test Flight ends this week on a historical sci-fi trip where rap meets classical music in Future Never Land<https://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2024-2025/test-flight-part-2…>! June 5-June 7-Future Never Land<https://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2024-2025/test-flight-part-2…> By Josiah Britt Directed & produced by Jimmie Woody Line Producer: Daniel Christopher McCurry Cleveland history meets Afrofuturism in Future Never Land, a multi-media, rap-classical fusion opera. This historical sci-fi work presents our collective tragedies and triumphs told through the origin story of a poetic and mysterious defender known as the C-Town Crier, as he comes face to face with local heroes, villains, and self-discovery. The entire play is perfectly synced to unedited classical music from famous French compositions, Camille Saint-Saëns's Carnival of the Animals and Claude Debussy's Suite Bergamasque. This play boldly pushes the boundary of lyrical complexity and innovation. TICKET & SHOW INFORMATION Presented Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 7pm in CPT's James Levin Theatre, located at 6415 Detroit Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44102, in the heart of the Gordon Square Arts District. EVERY TICKET is "Choose What You Pay<https://www.cptonline.org/box-office/>" starting at $1 and can be purchased at www.cptonline.org<http://www.cptonline.org>, or through the CPT Box Office at 216.631.2727 ext. 501. The James Levin Theatre is ADA-compliant featuring a patron elevator and an all-gender, wheelchair accessible restroom. Every Friday is Free Bev Friday at CPT where guests get to mingle with the artists after the show and discuss the performance in a lively, social atmosphere and a selection of drinks are on CPT.

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