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Hudson Players Present "The Producers"
by Durbin, Mark H. 18 Apr '18

18 Apr '18

Hudson Players Present Mel Brooks' Madcap Musical The Producers The Producers, with an unforgettably zany script and music from comedic master Mel Brooks, will be presented by the Hudson Players April 27, 28, May 4, 5, 11, 12, 13, 18 & 19 at the Barlow Community Center in Hudson. Showtime is 8:00 p.m., with a 2 p.m. matinee on May 13. For tickets go to www.hudsonplayers.com<http://www.hudsonplayers.com>, or call the Hudson Players box office at (330) 655-8522. Information also is available at Facebook.com/hudsonplayers<http://www.facebook.com/hudsonplayers>, or info(a)HudsonPlayers.com<mailto:info@HudsonPlayers.com>. Typically, Hudson Players musical matinees are the first to sell-out, so patrons interested in that performance are urged to secure their tickets early. Winning a record twelve Tony Awards (including best musical), The Producers is truly a "boffo" hit. Max Bialystock, the one-time king of Broadway producers, is hungry to strike it rich, and Leo Bloom, an accountant with dreams of someday becoming a theatre producer, discover that it could be more lucrative to produce a Broadway flop instead of a huge hit. Songs such as "The King of Broadway" and "I Wanna Be a Producer" help set the wacky tone. Along the way they meet Ulla Inga Hansen Benson Yonsen Tallen-hallen Syaden-svanson, a young and hopeful actress. Though her beauty might eclipse her talent, Ulla is passionate about life and art as she sings "If You've Got It, Flaunt It." The devious duo kick off their scheme by finding a truly atrocious script called "Springtime for Hitler" by Franz Liebkind, a German loyalist playwright. From his lederhosen to his pigeon, Adolph, his love for the motherland is unmistakable. Imposing, yet tender, Franz bonds with Max and Leo with his stirring rendition of "Der Guten Tag Hop-Clop." Next to be recruited is Roger Debris, New York's most flamboyant, and horrendous, stage director. He and his faithful assistant Carmen Ghia insist in song that the secret to success on Broadway is to "Keep it Gay." Another musical highlight is the Busby Berkley-like "Along Came Bialy" that fills the stage with little old ladies strutting their stuff accompanied by their walkers. However, when what Max and Leo thought would be a bomb turns out to be a smashing success, the plan is thrown off and the partners' lives are thrown into chaos. The Producers will have audiences roaring at the ridiculous accents, caricatures of all kinds, and show business inside jokes. The 16 witty and wacky songs and outrageous dance numbers are sure to make for a night of memorable adult-themed entertainment. The Producers is directed and choreographed by Rich Jagunic, with Debra Burkhardt serving as musical director. The pair last collaborated on Seussical for Hudson Players. The producers for The Producers are Trish Davis, Marianne Karlson, and Gary Maher. The cast includes Don Bernardo as Max Bialystock; Robert Walter as Leo Bloom; Chanda Porter as Ulla; Gary Maher as Franz Liebkind; Sonny Sonnhalter as Roger DeBris and Brad Kisner as Carmen Ghia. Members of the ensemble include Benjamin Mudrak, Brian Pichola, Christina Worcester, Emily Fields, Jennifer Betz, Jessica West, Jim Wolf, Karen Spiegler, Kathy Steiner, Mackenzie Webb, Marco Urbanic, Meredith Poczontek, Michael Turle, Mike Guffey, Nathan Hill, Neil Rubin, Rachel Grumblatt, Rollin Devere, Sally Morris, and Tom Jones. Hudson Players' The Producers will be performed at the Barlow Community Center, 41 S. Oviatt Street in Hudson. A new lighting system and sound enhancements make the overall theatre experience even more enjoyable for Hudson Players patrons. Of note, The Producers does contain adult language and humor that some may find offensive. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ The information contained in this message is intended only for the personal and confidential use of the recipient(s) named above. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient or an agent responsible for delivering it to the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that you have received this document in error and that any review, dissemination, distribution, or copying of this message is strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please notify us immediately, and delete the original message.

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Beck Seeks One Additional Male Actor for BENT Immediately
by Scott Spence 18 Apr '18

18 Apr '18

We are seeking one additional actor for our Studio Theatre production of Martin Sherman's spectacular drama *BENT*. Rehearsals start next week. Production opens June 1st and plays Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays *only* thru July 1st. Some conflicts in the rehearsal period can be accommodated. Director Matthew Wright, Professor of Theatre at Oberlin College seeks the following..... *"....... a young man, early to late twenties to play a number of small roles in this upcoming production The roles require an actor who is in excellent physical shape and who would be comfortable with brief nudity. Auditions will require a reading from the script."* If you are interested in discussing this and making an appt to be seen, please contact Artistic Director Scott Spence at scottdavidspence(a)gmail.com at your earliest convenience. This is a compensated role, though we are only seeking non AEA members.

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SATURDAY, MAY 5: a free community arts event | STATION HOPE 2018
by Caitlin Lewins 18 Apr '18

18 Apr '18

CPT and 250+ local artists join forces in a massive art and performance event at a historic Underground Railroad site in Ohio City STATION HOPE 2018<http://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2017-2018/station-hope-2018/> A CELEBRATION OF HOPE. A DIALOGUE FOR CHANGE. Saturday, May 5, 6:30-10pm St. John's Episcopal Church in Ohio City 2600 Church Avenue, Cleveland Free and open to all ages. Now in its fifth year, Station Hope is a jubilant community event that celebrates Cleveland's social justice history and explores contemporary struggles for freedom and equity. Engage with over 250 artists as they envision, interrogate, and seek out hope on the grounds of Cleveland's first authenticated Underground Railroad site, St. John's Episcopal Church. Audiences explore the historic properties while viewing works of theatre, music, storytelling, and dance inspired by the most important issues of our time. Station Hope 2018 is presented in partnership with The Episcopal Diocese of Ohio & St. John's Institute, Ward 3 Councilman Kerry McCormack, Ohio City Incorporated, Graham Veysey & Marika Shioiri-Clark, Restore Cleveland Hope, Inc. & the Cozad-Bates House, and Global Cleveland with over 50 participating arts groups and 250 individual artists from the Northeast Ohio region. For a photo gallery of last year's Station Hope event, click here<http://www.cptonline.org/media/photogallery/station-hope-2017-gallery/>. For a brief video trailer on Station Hope, click here<https://vimeo.com/202059178>. www.cptonline.org<http://www.cptonline.org> | 216-631-2727 x501 Caitlin Lewins Director of Audience Engagement & Media Relations Cleveland Public Theatre 6415 Detroit Ave Cleveland OH, 44102 (216) 631-2727 x211

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FINAL WEEKEND - MARCH 29 – APRIL 21: Br'er Cotton at Cleveland Public Theatre
by Caitlin Lewins 18 Apr '18

18 Apr '18

Cleveland Public Theatre presents National New Play Network Rolling World Premiere BR’ER COTTON<http://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2017-2018/brer-cotton/> Written by Tearrance Arvelle Chisholm. Directed by Jennifer L. Nelson. Deeply affected by recent killings of young black men like himself, a boy’s anger grows beyond containment. MARCH 29 – APRIL 21 Deeply affected by recent killings of young black men like himself, Ruffrino, a 14-year-old “militant,” incites riots at school and online. More and more at odds with his mother and grandfather, the boy’s anger grows beyond containment while the family home literally sinks into a cotton field and no one seems to notice but him. CAST Sara Bogomolny, Joshua McElroy, Peter Lawson Jones,* Beau Reinker, Samantha V. Richards *Actor appears courtesy of Actors’ Equity Association, the Union of Professional Actors and Stage Managers in the United States. CREATIVE PRODUCTION TEAM Raymond Bobgan – Producer Beth Wood – Line Producer Andrew Aaron Valdez – Assistant Director Elizabeth Cammett – Stage Manager Inda Blatch-Geib – Costume Designer Wes Calkin – Scenic Designer Benjamin Gantose – Lighting Designer James Kosmatka – Sound Designer T. Paul Lowry – Video Designer Ryan T. Patterson – FX Advisor Tickets are $12 – $30. Tickets available at www.cptonline.org<http://www.cptonline.org> or CPT Box Office (216) 631-2727 ext. 501. Caitlin Lewins Director of Audience Engagement & Media Relations Cleveland Public Theatre 6415 Detroit Ave Cleveland OH, 44102 (216) 631-2727 x211

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Workshop Players Presents "The Second Time Around", A Comedy by Henry Denker
by Workshop Players 18 Apr '18

18 Apr '18

*The Second Time Around*, by Henry Denker, directed by Dave Stacko Director Dave Stacko propels us back to the early 80s with *The Second Time Around*. Not only is it the second time around for this script at Workshop Players, it is also the second time around for senior citizens Samuel Jonas and Laura Curtis, a widower and a widow who strike up a love affair. The potential loss of social security benefits make living in sin more attractive than tying the knot; that is until their grown children become involved. The erstwhile couple’s offspring are not free of neuroses themselves, shown clearly as they raise their objections to what they perceive to be their parents’ precarious situation. Laughs will abound as this comedy unfolds. Cast: Bob Weir, Marcia Hesselgrave, Julie Marchand, Matt Tomecko, Shelbey Linder, Kevin Boland, Joe Billingsley and Rachel Suhy Performances are May 3, 4, 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 20 *NOTE*: Shows now start at 7:30 p.m.; Sunday matinees are still at 3 p.m. Doors open 45 minutes before show time. Tickets are $15 each. Group rates available. -- Workshop Players 44820 Middle Ridge Road, Amherst, OH 44001 Box Office: 440-988-5613 (Box Office hours: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.) contact(a)workshopplayers.com www.workshopplayers.com "If all the world's a stage, I want better lighting!"

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Improv - Think Fast with David Obney & Dr. Ellen Rooney Saturday April 28th,
by Stephen 18 Apr '18

18 Apr '18

Improv - Think Fast with David Obney & Dr. Ellen Rooney Saturday, April 28th from 1:30-4:30pm Learn how to use IMPROV in auditions and on set! This is a must do workshop for all actors. Must have previous acting experience for this one as this is not a basic improv workshop. This is also geared for actors that are 13 years old and older. Click below to read more about this exciting workshop. https://www.pmtm.com/pmtm-workshops Don't miss this fantastic opportunity. Email Scanned by Barracuda Security Gateway

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Free Performance: HOW TO BE A RESPECTABLE JUNKIE -- THIS Thursday, April 19 at 7:00pm
by Greg Vovos 18 Apr '18

18 Apr '18

HOW TO BE A RESPECTABLE JUNKIE FREEPerformance THIS Thursday, April 19 (7:00pm) at the CuyahogaCounty Public Library (Parma Branch - 2121Snow Rd.) Based on the true story of a man from NE Ohio who overcameheroin addiction, HOW TO BE A RESPECTABLEJUNKIE is an award-winning play written by Greg Vovos and featuringChristopher Bohan*. It is a humorous, heartbreaking, but ultimately hopefullook into the struggles faced by those caught in heroin’s deadly grip. HTBARJ premieredat Dobama Theatre in the Summer of 2017 where it was directed by Nathan Mottaand played to sold-out audiences and received both critical and audienceacclaim, including a feature in the New York Times. Now it returns for a onetime FREE performance. The 90-minute production will be followed by atalkback with the playwright, actor, and the man who inspired the play. You may register for theperformance at this link. Seats are filling fast! If you’d like to get a feel for what the play is like,here’s a link toan extended trailer. Please note, the play does have some profanity and depictsdrug use. Any questions can be emailed to: iorhino(a)yahoo.com. Or you can like our HOWTO BE A RESPECTABLE JUNKIE page on facebook. "Sometimes,a play simply must be seen because it speaks so many languages. "How to Bea Respectable Junkie," ... is something of a Rosetta stone.” Andrea Simakis, THE PLAIN DEALER "...apowerful piece of theater...brutally precise.” Christine Howey, SCENE We are grateful to the Cuyahoga County Public Library’sgenerosity for enabling us to share this important work with the community,free of charge. *Member of Actors’ EquityAssociation How to BeA Respectable Junkie is aspecial evening of theater. Superb acting, within the confines of a meaningfulscript…absolute must-be-seen theater for anyone who goes to be informed, toshare in a real experience. Roy Berko, CoolCleveland

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Seeking Skilled Fundraiser ASAP
by Alex P. Michaels 18 Apr '18

18 Apr '18

Seeking Skilled Fundraiser ASAP Prelude2Cinema, a local movie company dedicated to building an industry in Northeast, Ohio, has partnered with AfricaHouse International, a 501(c)3 nonprofit to create the “Prelude2Cinema Crusade:” a fund for movies which allows anyone to make tax deductible donations. We are in immediate need of a skilled Fundraiser to join our team to bring in donations and support for a slate of movie and TV productions. Please contact us ASAP Email movies(a)prelude2cinema.com Or use the Google Form here https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf-k50ypoQF_CR1kJLXSz7aZW6JR829JLP… Prelude2Cinema’s Mission: Strengthening communities economically by connecting artists, brands and fans worldwide through a sustainable cinema industry. Visit our Press Room http://prelude2cinema.com/wordpress2/press-room/ Sincerely, Alex P. Michaels Cleveland Cinema Czar Prelude2Cinema http://www.prelude2cinema.com "There are no Small Movies, Only Small Budgets" To join "The Prelude2Cinema Crusade for a Cinema Industry," visit http://prelude2cinema.com/wordpress2/join-our-crusade/

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Register for Summer Theatre Academy at your Cleveland Play House Today!
by Natasha Fly 18 Apr '18

18 Apr '18

THEATRE ACADEMY THIS SUMMER AT YOUR CLEVELAND PLAY HOUSE! Created with your family in mind... Summer CPH Theatre Academy. Programming for all ages, levels, and abilities with classes in musical theatre, improv, classical theatre, film, devised theatre and more! Oh, the Things You Can Think! June 4 - June 8 | 9:00 AM - Noon Ages 4 - 7 In this delightful introduction to acting and storytelling, young performers will focus on the works of the incomparable Dr. Seuss: Cat in the Hat, Green Eggs and Ham, The Lorax and more! Parents and friends will be invited to a special performance at the end of the session! So I Know I Can Dance: Musical Theatre Intensive June 4 - June 15 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Ages 8 - 12 A fun and highly interactive offering, participants will immerse themselves into the amazing world of musical theatre! Learn the music and choreography from this time-honored genre, while building confidence. This two-week intensive culminates in a final presentation for family and friends! Something Extraordinary! June 4 - June 8 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Ages 12 - 18 In a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment, young performers on the spectrum and their peers will work together to devise a theatre piece about the challenge we all have in communicating with each other. The class will culminate in a final presentation for friends and family. Speak the Speech! June 4 - June 8 |9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Ages 13 - 18 Shakespeare wrote a lot of wonderful roles for teens, Romeo and Juliet for starters! In this fun Shakespeare intensive, teen actors will explore the world of the Bard, his plays, with a special focus on text, as well as his great characters. The Teen Shakespeareans will perform their favorite scenes and monologues on the final day! Express Yourself! June 11 - June 15 |1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Ages 12 - 18 Young performers with mobility challenges and their non-disabled peers will work together to devise a creative movement performance that tells a story of how we move through the world. Friends and family will be invited to experience their final creation! Teen Scene June 11 - June 15 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Ages 13 - 18 Film and television opportunities are on the rise in Northeast Ohio! Teen-Scene participants gain valuable experience working on-camera in a variety of exercises, including scenes from film and television, as well as commercials. A demo reel of the student's work will be created to be shared with friends and family on the final day! Where the Fun Things Are! June 11 - June 15 | 9:00 AM - Noon Ages 4 - 7 Maurice Sendak is one of the world's most beloved children's authors. In this unique and engaging class, young performers will read his classic stories and create performance pieces based on Sendak's classic works including Where the Wild Things Are, Outside Over There and Higglety Pigglety Pop! Mojo with Mo! June 18 - June 22 | 9:00 AM - Noon Ages 4 - 7 Children's author and cartoonist Mo Willems has written a number of wildly popular children's books including Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! And Knuffle Bunny: A Cautionary Tale. In this one week camp, children will be able to let their imaginations soar as they create a theatre piece inspired by Mo's stories, performed for friends and family on the final day! So I Really Know I Can Dance: Advanced Musical Theatre Intensive June 18 - June 29 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Ages 13 - 18 For the experienced musical performer, this session gives teens an opportunity to delve more deeply into the musical theatre song book, perform solos, and learn choreography of full-scale dance numbers. This fun and collaborative experience will culminate in a presentation of the students' work on the last day of class. Who Needs a Script? June 18 - June 22 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Ages 8 - 12 Improvisation is a tremendous skill to have as a performer of any age! It builds self-assurance, team-building, and improves listening and observation skills - plus it's a whole lot of fun! Participants will be able to demonstrate their improv skills in a final presentation for friends and family. Front and Center! June 25 - June 29 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Ages 8 - 12 This class is for the younger performer starting out. Participants will gain an appreciation for the world of theatre and gain invaluable training in characterization, focus, and ensemble-building all in a safe, fun-filled atmosphere. The young actors will showcase their new acting skills for friends and family on the last day of class! Keep it in Idle! June 25 - June 29 | 9:00 AM - Noon Ages 4 - 7 Molly Idle is a wildly popular children's author and illustrator; her works include Camp Rex, Flora and The Flamingo and Circus Fantastico! Molly's words and vivid illustrations provide the perfect inspiration for young performers to create their own short plays based on her books that will be shared with friends and family on the final day! For more information, contact us at: clevelandplayhouse.com/academy or 216.414.7111 Register for Classes at the Link Below: https://goo.gl/aZ6MDS

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Happy Days: A New Musical at Marion L Steele High School this week only!
by Fred Farschman 18 Apr '18

18 Apr '18

Happy Days: a New Musical at Marion L Steele High School Goodbye grey skies, Hello blue! Fonzie, Richie, Joanie and Pinky are back in Happy Days: A New Musical at Marion L Steele High School’s Award Winning Theatre Company! Come see your favorite TV show characters, back again with more shenanigans, this time live on stage! The infamous diner Arnold’s is in danger of demolition, so the Milwaukee gang decides to save it. The plan is to host a wrestling match to raise money to save Arnold’s, but it all hinges on Fonzie, who suddenly gets a case of cold feet. When it comes to the Cunningham’s and their friends, nothing ever goes as planned. Come watch this sock-hoppin’ soda poppin’ musical unfold on stage at Marion L. Steele High School cafetorium. When? April 19th, 20th, 21st at 7:00 PM & April 22nd at 2:00 PM Where? Marion L Steele High School cafetorium 450 Washington St. Amherst Ohio 44001 How much? Tickets are all General Admission: $5 for thespians, senior citizens and students $10 for general admission. House opens ½ hour before curtain Advanced Tickets can be purchased on the Theatre website: http://www.amherstk12.org/schools/steele/departments/theatre <http://www.amherstk12.org/schools/steele/departments/theatre> Priority Reserved Seating available Front Row: additional $5 and Second Row: additional $3 These comfortable seats are the only reserved seating in the theatre and often sell out. For Information, Contact: Joann Perkins, kinler(a)gmail.com “Bring a Can to Move a Can” at every performance: For every can good brought in you will receive 1 raffle ticket to win 2 Front Row seats for that night’s performance! All food will be donated to Second Harvest Food Bank About Us: The MLS Theatre Company is a student-run organization. Every student involved in the productions is between the ages 14-18 and students take care of every aspect of the theatre productions. With a director, tech director, and assistant sponsor supervising, students are given leadership positions in order to design and build the sets, lights, sound, props, costumes, makeup, programs, publicity, and programs for the theatre. Students also run the Box Office and front of house. Each year, three shows are put on for the public. This year's season includes Radium Girls, student directed Winter Festival of Plays and the spring musical, Happy Days, a New Musical. This is the third year the spring musical has competed in Playhouse Square Dazzle Awards program presented by Patricia and John Chapman. Marion L Steele High School received Dazzle awards in 2016 for Best Featured Performer for Shawn Hammel as the Dentist in Little Shop of Horrors, and in 2017 for Best Costumes for their production of Guys and Dolls. Like "MLS Theatre Company, Troupe 1422" on Facebook and follow @MLSTheatre on Twitter and Instagram for more information and future showtimes. For more information: please contact Valerie Farschman, Drama Director at valerie_farschman(a)amherstk12.org or 440-225-8718 ****************************************************************** Imagination is the strongest nation on earth. Remember :o) You don't stop laughing because you grow old, You grow old because you stop laughing! Marion L Steele High School theatre program is a recipient of a 2016 and a 2017 Playhouse Square Dazzle Award presented by Patricia and John Chapman!! Playhouse Square Dazzle Award!: http://bit.ly/1HhIH6e <http://bit.ly/1HhIH6e> ******************************************************************

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