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KSU Trumbull Announces Auditions for "Look Back in Anger"
by Eric Kildow via NEohioPAL 30 Aug '17

30 Aug '17

The Kent State Trumbull Theatre is announcing auditions for its season opener, John Osborne's "Look Back in Anger" directed by award-winning director Harvey Johnson. For Jimmy Porter, there is nothing more criminal than the lack of emotion and enthusiasm he sees evident in his generation, especially in his well-born wife, Alison, and their roommate Cliff, who have grown addicted to Jimmy’s passion and rage. But when Alison’s childhood friend Helena visits, she exposes the unsustainable madness of their relationships and living situation, forcing Alison to decide whether to leave the most exciting and dangerous man she’s ever known. Still as shocking and relevant as when it first premiered in post-war London, Look Back in Anger is a sharply funny, fiercely honest exploration of political disillusionment and basic human yearning. Auditions will be held September 5 & 6 from 6pm to 10pm at the Kent State Trumbull Theatre. Auditions will consist of readings from the script. Cast is 3m 2w. All ages and experience levels are invited. Check "Kent Trumbull Theatre/Summer Stock" out on facebook or call 330-675-8887 for more info. -- Eric S. Kildow Warren, OH http://www.eskildow.com http://fnturg.blogspot.com "Facts are facts and will not change on account of your desires." --Jawaharlal Nehru

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PRESS RELEASE: Murderous comedy is afoot this fall at Chagrin Valley Little Theatre with back-to-back mystery spoofs
by Chagrin Valley Little Theatre via NEohioPAL 30 Aug '17

30 Aug '17

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University of Akron Fall Auditions for "Skin of Our Teeth"
by Arts Administration via NEohioPAL 30 Aug '17

30 Aug '17

*AUDITION: * The University of Akron School of Dance, Theatre, and Arts Administration is looking for students and community members to audition for the Fall Mainstage production, *The Skin of Our Teeth, *by Thornton Wilder, directed by James Slowiak, UA Professor of Theatre. This award winning comedy turns theatre conventions upside down as we careen from modern day New Jersey to the Ice Age and beyond. Full of outrageous characters and provocative themes, there is a role for every type of performer! At least four men and four women. Rehearsals will begin Monday, September 11th and performance dates are October 26th to November 4th, 2017. If you are cast, expect to rehearse Sunday through Thursday evenings, for 3 to 4 hours. *WHAT TO PREPARE:* Please prepare to perform 2-3 minutes of something you do well. Like “America’s Got Talent”: recite a poem, sing a song, dance, mime, do a monologue, a comic routine – anything you do well! You also may be asked to move and to work with other members of your audition group. Please also come prepared to write down all your schedule conflicts. *WHERE TO GO:* Studio 194, Guzzetta Hall, The University of Akron, Buchtel Ave. (Across the street from E.J. Thomas Hall) *WHEN TO BE THERE: * Tuesday, September 5th from 5pm – 7pm Wednesday, September 6th from 7pm – 9pm There will be no reserved time slots, so be prepared to stay for the entire block of time. For any more information, call (330) 972-5909 or email slowiak(a)uakron.edu *Rachel M. Murar * -- *Graduate Assistant* School of Dance, Theatre, and Arts Administration The University of Akron Akron, OH 44325 Phone: (330) 972.7895 Website: uakron.edu/dtaa <http://www.uakron.edu/dtaa> Facebook: facebook.com/TheArtsStartHere <http://www.facebook.com/TheArtsStartHere> Twitter: twitter.com/ArtsStartHere

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Vanity Crash's 5th Release "Phantasmagoria" - Sat Sept 23 - The Bop Stop
by Dennis Van Crash via NEohioPAL 30 Aug '17

30 Aug '17

Through lots of sweat, tears and fists, our 5th release is done and we are super proud of how it sounds. We have assembled a fantastic release extravaganza Saturday, September 23 at 7pm at the Bop Stop. So mark your calendars and save the date!!! We want to give you, our supporting fan, a bit of a sneak preview inside story around this record. The title is "Phantasmagoria", which means a series of images that evoke an altered reality dream-like state. That is what we have worked to achieve with the songs on the record. 1 - I think I was tripping when I wrote the title track, I don’t really remember putting it to paper, but I do love the imagery the words create. So close your eyes, then give me your mind when you listen to it. 2- "So It Seem" is the altered state of reality we are living in. Is life as good as it appears? Are there demons lurking in the cracks and crevices watching us? I don’t want to spook you, but keep your eyes pealed. 3 - I was in a band long ago called System 56 and I loved a song we performed called "Life On A Cool Curve". It was written by Steve Simenic. We transformed back to an 80’s feel to uncover this gem and remind you that it is empowering to be different. 4 - Thomas penned "Emily Dickenson", the story about a one-night stand with a writer whose name is similar to Emily Dickinson. We ramped up the punk factor for your pleasure on this ditty. 5 - We close out with "Angel & Me", a melancholy study of two young lost souls and their friends on a nothing-to-do night. They’re struggling to figure out how they fit in today, and even more so, how they fit in tomorrow. This song has a guest appearance by Bowie’s long running pianist Mike Garson. Because visual themes are integral to the music of "Phantasmagoria", we worked with notable local artists to develop a graphic-novel-like album cover. The graphic novel artists include Gary & Laura Dumm, best known for their decades-long relationship with Harvey Pekar, Jim "The Rev" Giar, Ashley Ribblett, Clare Kolat and Tim Switalski. These artists are amazing and to celebrate their genius, before our performance on Sat Sept 23, we will present an art exhibit at 7pm of the cover art and related works by these cool artists. =========================================== Saturday, September 23, 7:00pm $10 - All Ages Bop Stop – 2920 Detroit Ave, Cleveland, Ohio 44113 =========================================== http://www.vanitycrash.com/ http://www.reverbnation.com/vanitycrash http://www.facebook.com/VanityCrash https://mkt.com/vanity-crash http://www.youtube.com/VanityCrash http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/VanityCrash4

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Fwd: Call for Original 20 Minute Plays!
by Brandi Eaton via NEohioPAL 30 Aug '17

30 Aug '17

> > Western Reserve Playhouse is pleased to announce the inaugural "80 Minutes" New Works Festival! > > We're currently looking for 20 minute plays that are ready for production. Have you written a ten minute play that maybe needed a little more time on/stage? Lengthen it to 20 Minutes! Or do you really love the characters you've created and want to explore them a bit more? Give us a fully fledged 20 minute piece about them. > > We are currently seeking original, unpublished 20 Minute Plays to be featured in the festival. If the play that is being submitted has been previously performed (outside of a staged reading or a workshop) please include that information with your submission. While we will be engaging with the playwrights whose pieces will be performed, this is not an official workshop for these shows. > > Our theme for this year is Relationships - romantic, familial, platonic, any kind of relationship you can think of. > > Submissions are open now and the deadline for submitting is August 31st, 2017 at 11:59 PM EST. We are currently only seeking submissions from local playwrights (Northeast Ohio), but if there are any questions about that please contact us. > > Guidelines: > > 1. The play must run 15 - 20 Minutes long. The maximum is 20 Minutes. > > 2. The maximum number of actors involved in each play is 4. If there are additional characters that will be doubled, please indicate that information on the character sheet. > > 3. Please include the following information in the Word Document or PDF: Name, Mailing Address, E-mail Address, Phone Number. Please also include a short synopsis and list of characters. > > 4. Please submit your play as an attachment to an e-mail, sent to submissions(a)westernreserveplayhouse.org. Please put "2017 4x20 Submission" in the subject line. > > 5. There is no fee for submission, but we ask that each playwright send no more than two scripts. > > 6. If the playwright's script is chosen for the New Works Festival, the playwright grants Western Reserve Playhouse three (3) royalty-free performances on October 6, 7, and 8 2017. > > If there are any questions, please e-mail Brandi at beaton2922(a)gmail.com for clarification. > > Thank you! > > Western Reserve Playhouse >

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Looking for a Deck Chair!
by B W via NEohioPAL 30 Aug '17

30 Aug '17

Western Reserve Playhouse is looking for a deck chair that might have appeared on the Titanic. If you have one we could borrow - or purchase for cheap - please contact Brian Westerley at BrianW(a)westernreserveplayhouse.org.

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CHESS: The Musical - Blank Canvas Theatre
by via NEohioPAL 30 Aug '17

30 Aug '17

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3rd Annual Cleveland Playwrights Festival Coming September 23!
by Playwrights Local via NEohioPAL 30 Aug '17

30 Aug '17

PLAYWRIGHTS LOCAL Presents THE 3RD ANNUAL CLEVELAND PLAYWRIGHTS FESTIVAL SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 Free! No tickets or reservations required. Intended for adults and teens. Creative Space at Waterloo Arts <https://www.google.com/maps?ll=41.57124,-81.571906&z=15&t=m&hl=en-US&gl=US&…> 397 E. 156th Street, Cleveland, OH 44110 <https://www.google.com/maps?ll=41.57124,-81.571906&z=15&t=m&hl=en-US&gl=US&…> Playwrights Local announces the 3rd Annual Cleveland Playwrights Festival, the latest staging of this free, annual celebration of dramatic writing in Northeast Ohio. Presented on Saturday, September 23, the Festival features open workshop and craft talk sessions, new plays by local authors, a special video screening, co-presentations with related companies, and much more! Sessions run from noon to midnight at the Creative Space at Waterloo Arts in North Collinwood (397 E. 156th Street, Cleveland, OH 44110). All offerings are open to the public with no tickets or reservations necessary. SCHEDULE & INFO http://www.playwrightslocal.org/3rd-annual-cleveland-playwrights-festival/ FEATURED PLAYWRIGHTS & WORKS Vickie L. Williams: Axe Under the Bed Stuart Hoffman: Broken Wings Daniel McNamara: The Story of Mr Not So Well David Ritchey: A Boy and His Bullies Daniel Telford: Balloons on the Road Craig A. Webb: Elbow Room Rachel Zake: It’s Just Pudding Brian Zoldessy: DIY FEATURED TEACHERS & PANELISTS Sarah Greywitt Dale Heinen Eric Schmiedl THIS YEAR’S GUEST PRESENTERS The Dramatists Guild The Oatman Players The Bessemer Project For more information, visit playwrightslocal.org/ or call (216) 302-8856.

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Daren Stahl Headshots Daren Stahl Production Photography
by via NEohioPAL 30 Aug '17

30 Aug '17

Contact Daren Stahl: beezersh(a)aol.com https://darenstahl.smugmug.com/Events/Production-Portfolio/ Dazzle the world with a new head shot that looks like your most recent "YOU"! Schedule your company's production shots today! Daren has taken production photographs for Mercury Theatre Company, Great Lakes Theater Actor-Teacher program, Hights Youth Theater and more. Production Shots $275 for a full company dress rehearsal. Full Gallery access, downloads, and prints made available. "Thanks to Daren Stahl photography for the great pictures!" ~ Mercury Theatre Company Headshots $75 allows for a 1/2 hour session and up to 5 digitally retouched photos are yours to keep AS WELL AS print release on the rest of the session. Indoor, outdoor, B&W or color. "This has been a most enjoyable experience" ~ Evelyn To view Daren's pricing page and for longer sessions for portraits or production photos click below: https://darenstahl.smugmug.com/Site-Pages/n-p8xckD/Pricing To learn more about Daren and view his portfolio click below: https://darenstahl.smugmug.com/Events/Production-Portfolio/ Happy audition season to all!! Peace, ~Daren Stahl Photography Contact Daren Stahl: beezersh(a)aol.com

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Greater Tuna Dinner Theater!
by Kelly Miloro via NEohioPAL 29 Aug '17

29 Aug '17

*We are taking our show on the road!* *GREATER TUNA* *DINNER THEATER* In collaboration with Chow Down Catering, Geauga Lyric Theater will provide Dinner and a Show at Chow Down's location in Huntsburg! Presenting a buffet dinner and the hilarious show Greater Tuna Great food! Great parking! Great Theater! A great time! *Sept. 8th and 9th at 6:30pm* *Sept. 10th at 12:30pm* *Huntsburg Community Center, 12396 Madison Rd, Middlefield, OH* *Tickets $25* *Call 440-286-2255 <(440)%20286-2255> for reservations* *boxoffice(a)geaugatheater.org <boxoffice(a)geaugatheater.org>* Dinner theater is now right around the corner in Huntsburg! Come and see "Greater Tuna" performed by the amazing cast of the Geauga Lyric Theater Guild and feast on some fabulous food by Chow Down Catering in our comfortable and air-conditioned banquet room! Bill the Bartender will be serving a cash bar with beer and wine on Friday andSaturday and mimosas and bloody mary's on Sunday! *Experience a hysterically funny show, meet some terrific people and eat some fabulous food for a great price...* *RESERVE YOUR TICKETS NOW!!!* *MENU:* *Chili Bar with 3-5 different kinds of chili and corn bread* *Taco Salad Bar* *Smoked brisket* *Pork Loin* *Baked Potato Bar* *Southwest style corn* *Tomato and Cucumber Salad* *Herb Oven-roasted zucchini wedges* *Breads- Tortillas* * Soft Tortillas* * Slider Rolls* *Assorted Desserts* *Cash Bar:* *Beer and wine ($4-$6) on Friday and Saturday nights* *Mimosas and Bloody Mary's on Sunday ($6-$7)* -- Kelly Miloro GLTG Administrative Asst. 440-285-7701 officemgr(a)geaugatheater.org

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