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Join in the F-U-N for FREE at your Cleveland Play House!
by Natasha Fly 26 Mar '18

26 Mar '18

InsideCPH Presents a FREE Tech Night at Your Cleveland Play House! The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee WEDNESDAY, APRIL 11 | 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Allen Theatre at Playhouse Square Hear from the director and designers, then sit in on a technical rehearsal ("tech") to see how set, lights, sound, costumes and actors all come together as opening night nears! TO RSVP FOR FREE, FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW: https://goo.gl/v33m79 Tech Night Behind-the-Scenes are engaging, fun - and FREE! - opportunities for audiences to gain insight into the artistic process of Cleveland Play House actors, writers and directors, and each of these intimate sessions is tied to the action on our stages. Whether it's a performance workshop, an enlightening discussion, or a rockin' demonstration of musical chops, you'll get a chance to rub shoulders with the talented performers you'll see right here at CPH. Meet the creative team, learn something new, and have a great time with new friends, all for FREE!

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Stand up to Bullies empowerment shoot
by Barbara Stitzer 26 Mar '18

26 Mar '18

Stand for Kindness!! Anti Bullying Shoot!! The Kindness Shoot with the BSP Spokesmodels was such a powerful experience, as were the responses that I received from all over the US, Canada, Europe and Australia from models and photographers who wanted to... no...Needed to share their stories for my magazine, Epic Style, that we decided to open up the shoot to anyone who would like to be a part of it and stand up to bullies! The shoot will be Saturday, April 14, $49, proceeds will go toward raising awareness to the effects of bullying and creating change. You can shoot alone, with your family, with the spokesmodels, Friend groups are encouraged. Bringing a person who has been left out would be amazing. Email me at barb(a)barbstitzer.com, or call/ text me at 330.714.6261. -- All my best, Barb Barbara Stitzer Stalk me: http://www.barbstitzer.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/barbstitzerphotography Snapchat: barbstitzer

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Internationally acclaimed swing band, the Boilermaker Jazz Band plays at Get Hep Swing's dance on Saturday, March 31st
by Valerie Salstrom 26 Mar '18

26 Mar '18

What? Swing Dance hosted by Get Hep Swing When? Saturday, March 31st. Where? Slovenian Workmen's Home, 15335 Waterloo Road Dance lessons? Yes. Beginner-friendly jitterbug from 8-9 Is there a band? Yes. The internationally acclaimed Boilermaker Jazz Band from Pittsburgh plays from 9-12. The hot sounds of the jazz age come alive with the Boilermaker Jazz Band! Led by Paul Cosentino on clarinet, this acclaimed group serves up swinging renditions of jazz classics and rarities through superb instrumentals and heartfelt vocals. With their unique brand of musical Americana and hot jazz revelry, the Boilermakers bring the party to you! This fun, professional band has been making music and memories for more than 25 years! Is there a DJ? Yes. The DJ plays during band breaks. Who can attend? Everyone is welcome. People of all ages attend. Do I need previous dance experience? No Do I need a partner? No, we rotate dance partners during the lesson What do I wear? Wear comfy shoes that allow you to pivot and turn easily. Wear clothing that makes you feel good about yourself. What is the cost? $12 per person, $10 for students and seniors, $5 for first-timers. Over 150 people attending each month and attendees have a variety of dance experience (including none) and come from all walks of life and ages. You will not need to bring a dance partner. We rotate partners during the dance lesson. How often do you get to meet 50-100 new people in under an hour? We provide the highest quality swing dance instruction from some of the nicest, most patient people you will ever meet. Our staff includes regional, national, and international swing dance competitors (and winners) in multiple swing dance forms. From 8-9pm Get Hep Swing dancers will lead a beginner-friendly, jitterbug lesson. Remember, you do not need a partner as we rotate partners during this lesson. Also, if you are attending this lesson with a partner and you prefer not to rotate, that is fine too. We are really easy going. Do what makes you happy. 9-12 pm the internationally acclaimed Boilermaker Jazz Band from Pittsburgh. Each month we feature a different band and DJs play a variety of swing dance-able tunes during the band breaks. We welcome anyone to join us who has an interest in dance, music, socializing and fun. We don't care what your physical ability or size is, where you are in life, where you are on the spectrum of sexual or gender orientation, what color or creed, or non-creed, you are. Are you a man who wants to learn how to follow or a woman who wants to learn how to lead? That's cool! This idea is not new to the swing dance scene. We are the easiest club to join. If you have an interest, you are in. :) We love spreading the gospel of swing dancing and we are excited to share the language and culture of this truly American, urban folk dance form with you. It is important for us to let you know that this dance style started in the African-American ballrooms of Harlem, New York in the late 1920s/early 1930s. This dance has a gritty earthiness that is incredibly empowering, beautiful, and joyful. We can't wait for you to experience this conversation of dance with us. Attire is anything from casual to dressy. The best shoes to wear are comfortable and will allow you to pivot and turn easily. We make learning to partner dance easy and enjoyable. Please join us the second Friday of every month at the Lakewood Masonic Temple and the last Saturday of every month at the Slovenian Workmen's Home. Please see www.GetHepSwing.com for the most up to date information on dances, bands playing at the dances, classes, private lessons, school programs, performances and special topic workshops. For more info, please email Valerie Salstrom; the owner of Get Hep Swing, at info(a)gethepswing.com

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MARAT/SADE at Playhouse Square April 5-15
by Theatre 26 Mar '18

26 Mar '18

-------------------------------------------------- CLEVELAND STATE UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENT OF THEATRE & DANCE PRESENTS MARAT/SADE April 5-15, 2018 The Outcalt Theatre at Playhouse Square Written by Peter Weiss Directed by Allan Byrne Featuring Dr. Michael Mauldin as the Marquis de Sade Shows run Thursdays through Saturdays at 7:30 p.m., and Sundays at 2 p.m. $5-$10 tickets are available by calling 216.241.6000, visiting playhousesquare.org, or at the State Theatre Ticket Office, located at 1519 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44115. Tickets are also available 60-minutes prior to performances at the Allen Theatre Complex. A $25.00 Dinner and a Show package is available for Fridays April 6 and 13 by pre-reservation only with the code 'DIN.' The Story Directed by Allan Byrne, the final theatre production of the CSU Theatre season is a groundbreaking "play-within-a-play" that uses every element of theatre, including song, dance, mime, and puppets, and places the audience inside the Charenton Mental Asylum after the French Revolution. In this asylum, the Marquis de Sade (played by Associate Professor of Theatre Dr. Michael Mauldin) directs the inmates in his play about the assassination of the revolutionary leader Jean Paul Marat, opening up the exploration of political change, the use of violence to bring about that change, and the nature of life and death. "It is a play dense with experiences, it is total theatre, engaging our senses and our intellect, funny, terrifying, sexual, savage, and exhilarating." - Director Allan Byrne The CSU Cast Features Cheyenne Bizon, Anthony Brown, Raven Bryant, Rebekah Ferro, Jordan Ficyk, Jacob Gaspar, Benjamin Gillooly, Casie Griffis, David Holmberg, Frank Ivancic, Alyssa Jacobs, Christina Katsaras, Kaitlyn Levigne, Steven Livingston, Matthew Logan, Evan Martin, Dr. Michael Mauldin, Timothy Parks, Sullivan Ratcliff, Mia Snyder, Lauren Stepanski, Suzanna Szabados, Cody Thomas, Daniel Weddell, and Eric Wloszek. --------------------------------------------------

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Seeking Music Director for summer camp:
by Martin Friedman 26 Mar '18

26 Mar '18

*A well-established, thirty-year old Shaker Heights Theatre Camp is seeking a Music Director for its 2018 summer camp season. This position is well compensated. * This position needs a certain someone who can help select specific songs that will best show off the student, teach those students these songs and then present them to an audience. Shaker Summer Theatre Camp, as directed by long-time Artistic Director Martin Friedman, Ph.D. and Associate Artistic Director Carly Germany, M.F.A., is unique in that we preach process and not product. This camp integrates scene work with songs and dancing. Each student is given the opportunity to participate in solos, duets, trios and several group numbers. No singing rocks or trees on this stage. Camp is held at John Carroll University’s Kulas Auditorium. There are two sessions, each concluding with a Thursday evening and Friday afternoon ‘presentation’. Session #1 begins on June 11 and runs through June 29. Session #2 begins on July 9 and runs through July 27. Shaker Summer Theatre is an equal opportunity employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained staff. Minorities, women, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information email Martin Friedman (martinfriedman98(a)gmail.com)

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MONOLOGUE / ACTING COACHING -MARC MORITZ (MFA , AEA, BROADWAY / REGIOAL ACTOR-DIRECTOR
by Marc Moritz 25 Mar '18

25 Mar '18

*THIS IS AUDITION SEASON!* *(SEE GLTF/OHIOSHAKES/CLEVELAND SHAKES AUDITION NOTICES BELOW!)* * ARE YOU PREPARED?* *Every actor should have at least 6 polished and age-appropriate monologues under their belt. * *DO YOU? (No guilt, just asking!)* *I am a WORKING Professional Actor/Director with over 50 years of Experience!* *Just back from NYC and over 20 Auditions!* *So I am in the "TRENCHES" myself.* *WORKED*: *Broadway*, *Off-Broadway*, *Great Lakes Theatre Festival*, *The Cleveland Playhouse* , *Dobama*, *Beck Center*, and many others. * I will find you the perfect Contemporary & Classical Monologues* *WHAT OTHERS SAY:* *"The best private acting coach in Northeast Ohio! Personalized and creative coachingtechniques. Highly knowledgeable and respected in the industry." --Darnell Jones AEA, SAG-AFTRA member* *"Marc has a gift for bringing the funny out and he is not afraid to go there. Marc encouraged me to experiment, be fearless and go there with him and it has paid off for me." - Bridget Chebo - Actress* *"Marc's talent, intelligence and guidance have been invaluable in my development as an actor. We work hard and have fun and I have complete trust in him." - Laura Starnik-Actress* *"Every student who works with Marc Moritz remarks to me about his insights, his complete knowledge of subject matter, his clarity and kindness. The ability to find a way to make each student grow is his gift." -Mitchell Fields -* * Reasonable Rates!* *EAST/WEST Locations* *CONTACT: * *Marc Moritz* *marcmoritz(a)gmail.com <marcmoritz(a)gmail.com>* *AUDITION LINKS:* *http://www.greatlakestheater.org/work-with-us/auditions <http://www.greatlakestheater.org/work-with-us/auditions>* *http://www.ohioshakespearefestival.com/auditions/ <http://www.ohioshakespearefestival.com/auditions/>* *http://www.cleveshakes.com/category/auditions/ <http://www.cleveshakes.com/category/auditions/>*

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Casting call Short Film
by Crissy 25 Mar '18

25 Mar '18

Casting call. Comedy Short film unpaid, non-union. IMDB Credit, food and most of all, a fun set! Will be for the film festival circuit. Will confirm dates soon Likely 4 days total May/June In the Akron/Cleveland area. Accepting video auditions. Synopsis Granny Panties is the tale of 3 average middle-aged women living incredibly mundane lives who stumble into the secret underworld of panty-selling. With the help of a tech-saavy geek with a shoe fetish and a washed up stripper the ladies build a lucrative empire with an army of panty-wearers. Realizing life is too short , they develop a new-found confidence and the courage to make their own Happiness. Character Descriptions Luanne- 50’s or older. Any Race. A realist, borderline pessimist at times. Limited education and works minimum wage jobs. Her husband has recently left her for a much younger woman. She is struggling to navigate life and her purpose. Over the course of movie she has new found confidence and a revelation of how to create happiness. (4 days) Tucker- Male (age open) Caucasian. Under 6’ tall. Bowling Alley worker. Tech-saavy and intelligent but lacks motivation. Kind hearted but, socially awkward. Has a hard time navigating personal space. Must be perceived as average to below average in attractiveness and physique. Lives in parents basement. Has a secret shoe fetish. (1 or 2 days) Misty- Bartender. Very attractive not very bright. Dresses a bit trashy and acts seductive to get tips. She is judgemental and makes fun of those who are not traditionally attractive. Street smart, mean girl. Has been a stripper in the past. (1 day) Ralph- Bowling Alley Owner. (40+) Race open. Out of Shape to Overweight. Average to below average height. Sweats a lot. A sexist, cigar-smoking gambler. Rewards beauty over hard work. Clothes are too small due to weight gain and he not wanting to spend money on clothes. (1 day) Billy- 30+ Caucasian. Doris’s husband. Big Teddy bear kind of guy. Give you the shirt off his back. Blue collar worker. Out of Shape to overweight build. Has lost interest in his wife sexually. Implied intimacy. (1 day) Pretty patron #1 and #2- Female 20+ race open. Thinks they are better than everyone else. Some dialogue. Dressed very nice but flashy, maybe some bling. Heavy makeup. Takes lots of selfies. (1 day) Tuesday Bert- 40+ Bald but wears a bad toupee. Character actor. Any body type. Must be willing to be filmed in “tighty whiteys” and have confidence and sense of humor. (1 day) Please submit PHOTO ONLY for the following. Short Guy- 30+ any race, short stature. Must be between 5’ and 5’7. Love interest of Jolene. No dialogue. (1 day) Chuck- 50+ Caucasian. Out of shape to Overweight. No dialogue. He is the estranged husband of Luanne. He left her for a younger woman and later returns. No dialogue (1 day) Seeking women 18+ of all sizes and appearance for a quick scene. Select women will be featured in their granny panties. Must be confortable in your own skin and have a sense of humor. Also, need men and women of all ages to be extras as bowling alley patrons and league bowlers. Bowling shirts are a bonus!! Video auditions first. Will then do call backs. Send sides requests to wildcardcrissy(a)gmail.com. Videos due back April 9th.

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Small-Press Startup Recruiting Freelance Designer and Artist
by MSRG Publications 25 Mar '18

25 Mar '18

Hi. Please read the posting thoroughly from beginning to end before replying. Thank you. *The Company*: Mockery, Spit, Rocks & Garbage Publications, LLC Trade name: MSRG Publications *Proposed Product Line*: *Atrocity Parade* magazine: A bimonthly print magazine containing illustrated speculative fiction *Versus*: Social-expression products *Nervous Sidekick*: A print literary digest *Current needs*: Designer to lay out a prototype issue of *Atrocity Parade* Stipend: $150.00 Artist to illustrate a cover for the *Atrocity Parade* prototype Stipend: $75.00 Designer and/or artist to clean up and vectorize 1 hand-drawn logo and 1 wordmark Stipend: $50.00 *Illustration motifs for Atrocity Parade magazine*: Woodcut (17th Century to Renaissance-era styles). Midcentury Sideshow Poster/Circus Banner (in the style of Fred Johnson, Nieman Eisman, etc.). Gothic-era Sketch (in the styles of Penny Dreadful, *National Police Gazette *or a less cartoonish Edward Gorey). The prototype cover will likely be in the Gothic-era Sketch motif. *Non-negotiable*: Doing what you say you’re going to do when you say you’re going to do it, including but not limited to showing up to your interview, attending scheduled meetings, and meeting or beating deadlines. Reading the material you will be providing art and design for. Upon hire, executing a (possibly notarized) nondisclosure agreement. Upon hire, executing a (possibly notarized) contract that will detail your engagement with MSRG Publications and protect MSRG Publications’ intellectual property. Meeting in person in Lakewood, Cleveland or the Westshore area during the interview and production processes. This is not for candidates who wish to work remotely or telecommute. MSRG Publications is a bootstrapped startup. The prototype issue of *Atrocity Parade* will be a promotional resource that MSRG Publications will shop around to generate revenue from potential advertisers and other funding sources. We are homegrown out of Lakewood, Ohio and all about collaborating with local talent. Our goal is to go into regular production with regular staff, first with *Atrocity Parade*, then with *Versus *and *Nervous Sidekick*. So, although these immediate positions are on a contract basis, we hope to hire from the community of freelancers and independent contractors we team with in these early stages of development and growth. *To apply*: E’mail Michael A. Miller, Publisher msrg.indie(a)gmail.com *Include*: First name Last name Phone number Résumé or CV, if any Current address if it isn’t noted on your résumé Link to your portfolio, social media, and/or website A cover letter or note of 250 or fewer correctly spelled, grammatically correct, and properly punctuated words that will leave me with an impression of your best you as a person, an artist and business professional. Since we are putting out print product, a hardcopy portfolio would be a bonus. Once you are under consideration, we will be requesting the names and current contact information for three references, preferably from among the sources on your résumé. Michael A. Miller, Publisher Mockery, Spit, Rocks & Garbage Publications, LLC dba MSRG Publications msrg.indie(a)gmail.com Twitter <https://twitter.com/MSRG_Pubz> Tumblr <http://msrg-pubz.tumblr.com> Instagram <https://www.instagram.com/msrgpubz/> Facebook <http://Facebook.com/MSRG.Publications>

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Try a Class for FREE at Houde School of Acting
by Jessica Houde 24 Mar '18

24 Mar '18

Ever thought about taking an acting class? At Houde School you can try your first class for free! Visit our site to sign up: www.houdeschoolofacting.org Please email us with any questions: houdeschoolofacting(a)yahoo.com We hope to see you there! 2018 Schedule: Cleveland 1777 Coventry Rd, Cleveland Heights, OH 44118Mon 4:30PM-6:00PM Pre-teenMon 6:30PM-9:30PM MeisnerTues 7:00PM-9:30PM Houde Rats (Invite only)Wed 6:00PM-7:30PM Senior Advanced Meisner Wed 7:30PM-9:30PM Advanced Meisner Thur 7:00PM-9:30PM On-Camera AuditionsSat 12:00PM-2:30PM MeisnerSat 2:30PM-4:00PM Pre-teenSun 7:00PM-9:30PM Improv Kent402 S. Francis St. Kent, OH 44240Mon 7:00PM-9:30PM Improv/Audition TechniqueTues 7:00PM-9:30PM Meisner Fri 3:00PM-5:00PM MeisnerFri 6:00PM-8:30PM Demo Reel Class Sun 6:00PM-8:30PM Film Production

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Auditions at convergence-continuum Apr 8 for 3 male actors
by convergence-continuum 24 Mar '18

24 Mar '18

CONVERGENCE-CONTINUUM AUDITIONS SUN, APR 8: 1PM-4PM FOR _AND ALL THE DEAD LIE DOWN__ BY HARRISON DAVID RIVERS _ ____ DIRECTED BY ISMAEL LARA at the Liminis Theater, 2438 Scranton Rd, Cleveland 44113 in the historic Tremont neighborhood _ _ When an unexpected phone call upsets Alvin (HIV-) and Foss' (HIV+) usual Saturday routine, the couple must navigate a minefield of long suppressed resentments, past histories and hurt feelings. AND ALL THE DEAD, LIE DOWN is a portrait of an interracial, sero-discordant couple at a crossroads, pondering the questions: Is Love enough to sustain a relationship? And is it worth the risk? Roles for three men ALVIN: 30'S. WHITE. AFFLUENT. PLAYWRIGHT. HIV- FOSS: 20'S. AFRICAN AMERICAN. TROUBLED PAST. EDUCATOR. HIV+ DANNY: 30'S. AFRICAN AMERICAN. FOSS' BROTHER. WANDERER The play will open Friday, July 6 and run Thu-Sat through July 28 (11 performances) at convergence-continuum, Liminis Theater. Rehearsals will begin MAY 20. Actors will be paid a stipend for their participation. (No Equity contracts are available for this production.) Auditions will be scheduled in one-hour blocks. Email Ismael Lara at ISMAELLARA12(a)GMAIL.COM to schedule a time. There is no need for monologue preparation. Auditions will include readings from the script.

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