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WRP Announces Auditions, Classes & Plenty of Holiday Activities!
by B W 27 Nov '17

27 Nov '17

Western Reserve Playhouse is pleased to present the final works of our Directing Class students! The show consists of four pieces, all with different student directors. Theresa Dean, Dan Lozinak, Chris Macchione & Karen Rose all show what they've learned in the 8-week intensive, instructed by Co-Artistic Director Brian Westerley. The students were very lucky to have plenty of talented local performers volunteer their time to participate in these scenes. Show Time: 8:00 PM on Saturday, December 2nd Admission is FREE! Come out to support these hardworking people! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Western Reserve Playhouse is having a costume sale! Selections from our expansive costume loft will be available! We will also have assorted props for sale - including four giant wagon wheels! If you're a theatre, here's a chance to get a jump on next year's shows! If you're an individual, you might just find that winter coat that you've been wanting or a holiday present for someone on your list! Sunday, December 3rd from 9AM-1PM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Western Reserve Playhouse is pleased to announce auditions for the Regional Premiere of "Tomorrow Morning" by British Composer Laurence Mark Wythe. Auditions will be December 11 & 12, 2017 from 6:30-9:00PM. Callbacks - if necessary - will be December 12, 2017. Auditions will be held at Western Reserve Playhouse, 3326 Everett Rd. Bath, Ohio Director: Ian Atwood Musical Director: Bryan Bird Please prepare one musical theatre piece in the vein of the show, but not from the show. Show dates are March 9, 10, 16, 17, 18, 23 & 24, 2018 Friday & Saturday at 8PM & Sunday at 2PM Plot: Two couples are separated by a span of time. Jack & Catherine, who are in their late 30s, are getting divorced. John and Kat, who are in their 20s, are getting married. On the eve of their wedding, Kat finds out that she is pregnant. When she informs Jack, he walks out on her. Meanwhile, Catherine & John argue about their divorce settlement. Adam, their 10-year-old son, disappears, causing the couple to realize that they still care for each other. Casting: Kat - Early 20's (Alto/Mezzo with belt to D) John - Early 20's (Tenor/Baritone High A) (Jack & Catherine have already been cast) Link to cast recording: http://www.tomorrowmorningthemusical.com/ Sign up at: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080e49a9ad29a2fc1-tomorrow -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Western Reserve Playhouse is pleased to welcome celebrated local performer Tom Stephan to our stage! Tom will be spending an evening sharing cookies & cocoa with the children, while reading them the classic Christmas poem, “The Night Before Christmas”! The event will take place on Tuesday, December 5th at 7PM & should last about an hour. Admission is free, but donations are gladly accepted! Come in your holiday pjs and maybe if we are lucky a visit from somone from the North Pole! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Western Reserve Playhouse presents "Heavy Lies the Crown" Starring: Tom Stephan, Harriet DeVeto & Co-Artistic Director Brian Westerley ONE PERFORMANCE ONLY! December 10th at 2PM Heavy Lies the Crown is the lively history of the life & death of the kings & queens of England told through tales, poems, letters & dialogue. It gives audiences insight into stories of the succession of royalty & how it shaped our world. At times, the monarchs own words are used to describe their lives. Tickets: $10.00 for everyone Make your reservations at www.westernreserveplayhouse.org<http://www.westernreserveplayhouse.org/> ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Western Reserve Playhouse is pleased to present the world premiere of Matt’s First (Real) Thanksgiving by award-winning & internationally produced local playwright, Brandi Eaton Starring: Nicholas Peters (in his BroadwayWorld Cleveland-nominated role), Meg Hopp, Adrienne Jones, Rose Gabriele, Mason Shuman with Tom Stephan Harriet DeVeto & C o-Artistic Director Brian Westerley as Matt ONE NIGHT ONLY! December 15th at 8PM The performance will be a staged reading of the script & a talkback session with the playwright & cast will follow. Matt’s was originally done as a 10-minute play during the theatre’s Half-Dozen show in August. It was such a big hit, that Ms. Eaton developed it into a full-length script.Matt’s tells the story of Matt, who brings home his younger boyfriend, Jason, on Thanksgiving to meet his family for the first time. Unfortunately, Matt’s family doesn’t know that he’s gay. Add to that a drunken aunt, a wise-cracking grandma & an unwanted ex-boyfriend & you’ve got one hilarious holiday! Admission is FREE, but donations are gladly accepted!

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Job Posting - Shop Technician - Solon/Cleveland Ohio
by Nanette Sigel 27 Nov '17

27 Nov '17

Vincent Lighting Systems is currently looking for a Shop Technician for our Solon, Ohio location (see below). If you or someone you know maybe interested in this position, please contact us at the address below. VINCENT LIGHTING SYSTEMS Job Posting Shop Technician Solon, Ohio Location SUMMARY: A full time position, responsible for assisting the Shop Manager with getting equipment where it is supposed to be, when it is supposed to be there. This is a hands on, detail oriented job where organizational skills are a must. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: * Supervision of in-shop crews and assisting with training of in shop procedures and rental equipment. * Assist the shop crew with accurate pulling and thorough testing of all equipment before shipment. * Help ensure accurate and timely shipping and receiving of all rental/production orders and sub-rental equipment, including occasionally doing the deliveries and pick-ups. * Help maintain all rental shop equipment and work with the Production Technician and Shop Managers to facilitate the repair of damaged equipment. * Assist the Rental Shop Manager in maintaining an accurate inventory of all rental shop equipment. * Maintain lamp and shop perishables (paint, cleaning supplies, quick clips, tape, and fluids). * Assist in training clients on rental equipment and setting up demonstrations. * Work with the Rental Shop Management to maintain a neat, orderly and safe working environment in the shop. * Occasionally assist in production work (load-in, run, strike). * Help load and unload trucks. * Assist other departments when necessary. * Other duties as assigned. EXPERIENCE: * A BA or BFA in theatre is preferred, but not required. * All employees interact with clients, excellent customer service skills and professional appearance and demeanor are a must. * Two years practical experience with theatrical lighting is required. * Moving light repair, maintenance, and programming experience (VL, Hog, MA) preferred. * Must have PC based computer skills (Microsoft Office). * Must have good interpersonal and communication skills. * * Basic electrical troubleshooting required. * Basic rigging and carpentry skills are a plus. * A valid driver's license and good driving record are required. * Must possess, or be physically fit to obtain, a Medical Card per DOT requirements. To apply send resume and cover letter to: Chris Shick, Vincent Lighting Systems, 6161 Cochran Rd, Suite D, Solon, Ohio, 44139 or email to jobopp(a)vls.com<mailto:jobopp@vls.com>. Vincent Lighting Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. Nanette Sigel Marketing and Accounting Assistant nsigel(a)vls.com 6161 Cochran Rd Suite D | Solon, OH 44139 P: (216) 475-7600x200 | T: (800) 922-5356 | F: (216) 475-6376 Shop Online at VLS.com

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Kent State School of Theatre and Dance presents Dance '17: Mosaic
by Koneval, Joni 27 Nov '17

27 Nov '17

The School of Theatre and Dance at Kent State University continues its 2017-2018 season with "Dance '17: Mosaic." The concert is artistic directed by associate professor Jeffrey Marc Rockland and runs Fri., Dec. 1 through Sun., Dec. 3 in E. Turner Stump Theatre, located in the Roe Green Center for the School of Theatre and Dance, Center for the Performing Arts, 1325 Theatre Drive, Kent, OH 44242. "Dance '17: Mosaic" features choreography by Kent State faculty members MaryAnn Black, Kimberly Karpanty, Gregory King, Jeffrey Marc Rockland, and Barbara Allegra Verlezza and performances by Kent State dance majors and minors. The concert also features choreography by Sun Tawalwongsri, professor of dance at Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University in Bangkok, Thailand. Professor Tawalwongsri's pieces will also be performed by students visiting Kent State from Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University. The School of Music's Thai Dance Ensemble under the direction of professor Priwan Nanongkham will also perform. Tickets are available by calling 330-672-2787 or going online to www.kent.edu/theatredance/dance-17-mosaic<http://www.kent.edu/theatredance/dance-17-mosaic> Joni L. Koneval Marketing Associate School of Theatre and Dance | Porthouse Theatre Kent State University 330-672-0116 | jkoneval(a)kent.edu www.kent.edu/theatredance<http://www.kent.edu/theatredance> | www.porthousetheatre.com<http://www.porthousetheatre.com>

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Gently used gifts for sale
by mary faktor 27 Nov '17

27 Nov '17

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AUDITIONS for Almost, Maine Dec 3rd & 4th at Broadview Heights Spotlights!
by Christopher Bizub 27 Nov '17

27 Nov '17

AUDITIONS for ALMOST, MAINE by John Cariani Directed by Chris Bizub Sunday and Monday, Dec, 3rd & 4th from 7pm-10:00pm AUDITION LOCATION: Broadview Heights Spotlights <https://www.facebook.com/bspotlights/> 9543 Broadview Road Broadview Hts, OH 44147 Auditions will consist of readings from the script. Callbacks: Dec, 10th from 7pm-10pm SHOW DATES: February 9th-24th SYNOPSIS: Welcome to Almost, Maine, a town that’s so far north, it’s almost not in the United States—it’s almost in Canada. And it almost doesn’t exist. Because its residents never got around to getting organized. So it’s just…Almost. One cold, clear Friday night in the middle of winter, while the northern lights hover in the sky above, Almost’s residents find themselves falling in and out of love in the strangest ways. Knees are bruised. Hearts are broken. Love is lost, found, and confounded. And life for the people of Almost, Maine will never be the same. AVAILABLE ROLES: MEN: Pete - teens - 30s. An intelligent young man with who sometimes has trouble with saying the wrong thing. Jimmy - 20s - 40s. Down on his luck, ex-boyfriend of Sandrine. Lendall - 20s -30s. A man-child with some growing up to do. Dave - 20s - 40s. Rhonda’s best friend, but wishes there could more between them Steve - 20s - 40s A child-like man who has been born without the ability to feel pain, and who has been raised by his brother. Daniel - 30s - 60s. A man who was once deeply hurt by his one true love. Randy - 20s - 50s. Randy is best friends with Chad, they try to one up each other with who had the worst date stories. Chad - 20s - 50s. Chad is best friends with Randy, they try to one up each other with who had the worst date stories. Phil - 30s - 50s. A man having marital troubles, he feels more comfortable at work than at home East - 30s - 60s. Down-to-earth handyman falls in love with Glory at first sight. WOMEN: Ginette - teens - 30s. Desperately in love with Pete and will do anything to prove it. Sandrine - 20s - 40s A woman who runs into her ex-boyfriend while at her bachelorette party Gayle - 20s - 30s. A woman who is ready to move on to the next step in her relationship or end it. Rhonda - 20s - 40s. Fun, quirky, thinks of herself as “just one of the guys,” she is afraid to let her relationship with Dave move to the next level. Suzette - 30s - 60s. Daniel’s Wife. Marvalyn - 20s - 40s. Marvalyn and her boyfriend have fallen on hard times, which has caused a lot of strain in their relationship. Hope - 30s - 60s. Regrets choosing career over love, trying to find the man she left behind. Marci - 30s -50s. A woman having marital troubles, feels as though her husband no longer pays attention to anything, and constantly hides her true feelings. Glory - 30s - 60s. Glory believes that she caused the death of her husband, and is having trouble moving on because of her guilt. IMPORTANT: This show is a series a vignettes with 2-3 characters in each. If you are cast in this production, I plan on giving each actor cast 2 or more roles in the show. If you have any questions, feel free to e-mail the director at cmb164(a)zips.uakron.edu

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MONOLOGUE / ACTING COACHING -MARC MORITZ (MFA , AEA, BROADWAY / REGIOAL ACTOR-DIRECTOR
by Marc Moritz 27 Nov '17

27 Nov '17

*THIS IS AUDITION SEASON!* * 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 coaching techniques. 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 via Email : * * <marcmoritz(a)gmail.com>* *marcmoritz(a)gmail.com <marcmoritz(a)gmail.com>* *Directly @ 216-255-1120* <marcmoritz(a)gmail.com> * Marc Moritz* (*MFA , AEA)* Marc originated the role of Talk Show Host in the original Broadway production of the Sondheim/Prince musical *Merrily We Roll Along (https://www.bestworstthingmovie.com/ <https://www.bestworstthingmovie.com/> ) *and most recently appeared in *The Scottsboro Boys** at* Pittsburgh Playhouse and *The Time Machine - The Musical *at the New York Music Theatre Festival (NYMF) Marc has appeared in *Yentl* and *Bell, Book And Candle* at The Cleveland and was a GLTF Company Member - appearing in *Into The Woods *as well as *The Crucible* , *You Can't Take It With You *and *All's Well That Ends Well*. Theaters worked include: The Cleveland Play House, Great Lakes Theatre Festival, Idaho Shakespeare Festival, Long Wharf, Pittsburgh Playhouse, Goodman, New Harmony, Carousel Dinner Theatre , Riverside Shakespeare Festival , Cain Park, Dobama and many more. Marc appeared as Tateh in the acclaimed JCC production of *Ragtime*. Also: *Ten Minutes From Cleveland* , Cat In The Hat - *Seussical* , Argan - *Imaginary Invalid* , Gremio - *Taming Of The Shrew* , Uncle John -*Grapes Of Wrath* , Alan -*Baby* , Touchstone - *As You Like It* , Ed - *You Can't Take It With You *- among others. Marc was the Founder/Director of the Cleveland based Giant Portions Improv Troupe. His improv training includes stints at ImprovOlympic and extensive workshops with Paul Sills, Del Close and Charna Halpern. Marc was a Visiting Guest Artist at Cornell University, where he coached students and performed in productions as a professional mentor. Marc has taught Acting and Improv at AMDA, CAP 21, Cornell, Kent State University, Notre Dame, John Carroll University, among many other professional acting programs. Marc received his MFA in Acting at Kent State University.

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Auditions for Touring Production of NEW KID (Local Tour)
by Rachael Endrizzi 27 Nov '17

27 Nov '17

Spark Theatre Company, a new theatre for young audiences is seeking non-equity professionals for our upcoming touring production of *NEW KID* by Dennis Foon. *AUDITION DETAILS:* *Sunday, December 10th 12pm-4pm* *Monday, December 11th 5pm-9pm* Stocker Center for the Arts- Cirigliano Studio Theatre 1005 N. Abbe Rd., Elyria, OH 44054 *Production Dates: May 14th-June 8th, 2018 (MUST have daytime availability)* *Rehearsal Start Date: April 23rd, 2018 * Actors will be paid a $500 stipend and college students are also eligible for Work-Based Learning Credit. **Please note: this show will be performed within schools and all actors hired will need to pass a background check & fingerprinting.* New Kid is the story of Nick, a young boy from an imaginary country called Homeland who moves to the United States with his family. There, he struggles with his fear of a new culture and language as well as hostile classmates who taunt him for being different. The spirit of youth prevails over differences in color and culture, promoting the message that in the end, kids are all the same. *MOTHER- (18+ female, any ethnicity)* Nick's Mother. Kind & Warm. *NICK- (18+ male to play a child, any ethnicity)* A boy who moves to the USA from the imaginary country of Homeland. *MENCH- (18+ female to play a child, any ethnicity)* A girl who befriends Nick. *MUG- (18+ male to play a child, any ethnicity)* A boy who is reluctant to accept his new classmate, Nick. Auditions are by appointment, walk-ins will be seen as time permits. Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script. To schedule an audition, email headshot, resume and preferred date/time to Rachael at *SparkTheatre4Youth(a)gmail.com <SparkTheatre4Youth(a)gmail.com>*. -- Rachael Endrizzi Producing Artistic Director Spark Theatre Company *www.SparkTheatre4Youth.org <http://www.SparkTheatre4Youth.org>* 440-707-6887

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It wouldn't be a bad idea to...
by Fred Sternfeld 27 Nov '17

27 Nov '17

...review the Neohiopal FAQs <http://t.sidekickopen08.com/e1t/c/5/f18dQhb0S7lC8dDMPbW2n0x6l2B9nMJW7t5XZs5…> for posting info and other interesting tidbits. Noah and I reject a ton of postings that don't follow the guidelines. Not to worry, we always send instructions how to fix the posting. Most common reasons? - has an attachment - has a graphic - over 35,000 bytes - has no subject line - is a repeat posting within seven days Happy Holidays! -- Fred Sternfeld Neohiopal Ltd. Owner and Administrator fredsternfeld(a)neohiopal.org http://www.fredsternfeld.com/neohiopal/

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Accessibility at Cleveland Play House: A Christmas Story!
by Natasha Fly 27 Nov '17

27 Nov '17

Accessibility at Cleveland Play House A Christmas Story He's back! One boy. One holiday wish. And a world that seems to be conspiring to make certain it doesn't come true. The record-breaking show returns to the CPH stage in all its pink-bunny-suit, glowing-leg-lamp, triple-dog-daring glory. The perfect holiday treat for the entire family. Audio Described Performance SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 | 7:30 PM Allen Theatre (Playhouse Square) A trained audio describer will verbally describe the visual elements - actions, costumes, scenery - of the performance during pauses in the stage dialogue so that visitors who are blind or have low vision can envision what is taking place on stage. For tickets visit https://goo.gl/nzWaHu Open Caption Performance SUNDAY DECEMBER 10 | 2:30 PM Allen Theatre (Playhouse Square) Open caption performances are accompanied by a four-foot-long LED sign that will scroll three lines of text from an experienced captioner in-sync with the spoken dialogue on stage. For tickets visit https://goo.gl/Emyugt Festival of Trees - Cleveland Play House Through Saturday, DECEMBER 23 | Times Vary Allen Theatre - 1407 Euclid Ave. Cleveland, OH 44111 The Festival of Trees is back and better than ever before! Introducing Festival of Trees - All Spruced Up! Get into the spirit of the season with this beloved annual holiday tradition. The Allen Theatre lobbies will shine brightly with spectacular trees masterfully decorated by local designers. This family-friendly event is free, open to the public, and sure to be a delight for all. Regular Hours: Tuesday - Thursday: 5:00 - 11:00 pm Friday - Saturday: 11:00 am - 11:00 pm Sunday: 11:00 am - 10:00 pm Christmas Week Hours: December 18 - 20: 5:00 - 11:00 pm December 21 - 23: 11:00 am - 11:00 pm Exception: Friday, December 8: 1:00 - 11:00 pm VISIT CLEVELANDPLAYHOUSE.COM/FESTIVAL-OF-TREES FOR MORE INFORMATION OR FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW https://goo.gl/tvxp5w

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AUDITIONS IN DECEMBER FOR A FEATURE FILM (PAID ROLES)
by Mod Seatong 27 Nov '17

27 Nov '17

It's a movie, with substance and an entertaining value, that I hope can inspire many people or provoke thoughts of people who can't be inspired. A movie with meaningful emotional experiences that mirrors our humanity. It will be professionally produced to be submitted to Sundance Film festival and some others. *1.* *Dual male lead role: *good posture, decent look, in good shape, classy, mature and confident body language. Age 30-40 *2. Male role: *can be naturally goofy and funny. Age 28-40 *3. Male role: *good posture, classy, not overweight nor big, not taller than 6'. Age 60-75 *4. Male role: *intelligent, decent look, in good shape. Age 28-38 *5. Male role: *strong, in good shape, be able to carry the male role #3 and run a short distance. *6.* *Female role*: manipulative seductive with an evil streak. Decent look and in good shape. Age 28-35 *7. Male roles as Patients *Age 25-55 *8. Male role: *authoritative. Age 30-55 *9. Female roles as Patients * Age 25-60 *10. Male role*: a man who attempts to rape a woman. knows how to fall in a fight scene. *11.* *Male role*: thin homeless man Please send pictures of your headshot, and full body with no touch-up or photoshop, and a DEMO REEL or something that I can see your performance. Thank you. Send to: modboonyakanoke(a)gmail.com

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