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Case Western Reserve University/Cleveland Play House MFA Acting Program Announces Incoming Class
by Ryan Lucas via NEohioPAL 28 Jul '17

28 Jul '17

CASE WESTERN RESERVE UNIVERSITY/ CLEVELAND PLAY HOUSE MFA ACTING PROGRAM ANNOUNCES INCOMING CLASS 8 Students Selected from Over 800 Candidates CLEVELAND, OH (July 18, 2017) - The Case Western Reserve University/Cleveland Play House MFA Acting Program today announced its Class of 2020. The four women and four men represent eight different undergraduate programs from across the United States. "After seeing a record number of candidates in New York, Chicago and here in Cleveland with outreaches in Atlanta and Washington, DC," says Donald Carrier, Interim Director of CWRU/CPH MFA Acting Program, "we are thrilled to welcome a new group of talented, dynamic, curious, and collaborative young artists who will grow and thrive here in Cleveland, supported by our two great institutions: Case Western Reserve University and Cleveland Play House." Both institutions are excited to welcome this dynamic new class that will continue the strong tradition the program has established over the course of the past 22 years. "On the audition tour, we met incredible young artists and are thrilled to be welcoming a unique and promising class," says Cleveland Play House Artistic Director Laura Kepley, "I am confident that with the excellent training in the CWRU/CPH studios and by working side-by-side with top professionals on Cleveland Play House mainstage productions these talented young theatre makers will make a significant impact on the future of American theatre." Jerrold Scott, Chair, CWRU Department of Theater, says, "As the Department of Theater at CWRU enters our third decade in partnership with Cleveland Play House, it's very exciting to welcome the Class of 2020. Every class brings new insights and opportunities, and we look forward to working with them to develop their skills and artistry as the new generation of actors we have helped to nurture." CWRU/CPH MFA Program Class of 2020 Alex Brightwell is beyond thrilled to be joining the CWRU/CPH MFA program! He was born in West Virginia and raised in Charlotte, North Carolina. In 2012 Alex graduated from the University of Minnesota/Guthrie Theater BFA Actor Training Program and has since continued living and working in Minneapolis, appearing onstage at Yellow Tree Theater, Minnesota Jewish Theatre, Walking Shadow Theatre, Public Theater of Minnesota, the Strange Capers, and the Guthrie. Alex looks forward to life and theater in Cleveland, and could use suggestions of local bookstores and coffee shops to fulfill his penchant for reading and caffeine. Conor Canning was born and raised in Alford, Massachusetts and is a 2016 graduate of Georgetown University, where he majored in Political Economy with a minor in Theater and Performance Studies. While at Georgetown, Conor acted with the University's Theater Department as well the student-run organizations, Nomadic Theatre and the Mask and Bauble Dramatic Society. Notable past roles include Joe Cooper in Killer Joe, George Deever in All my Sons, Stacey Kinsella in The Metal Children, Eduardo in Happy and Angelo in Measure for Measure. Outside of acting his interests include reading, playing soccer and supporting the New York Mets and Liverpool Football Club. Conor is very excited to move to Cleveland and begin the next phase of his education. Kacey Connolly originally hails from Indiana but has spent the past 6 years living in New York City. She received a BA from the Gallatin School of Individualized Study at NYU, with a concentration in The Actor's Artistic Agency within the Creative Process. She explored the question of what it means to be an artist in a collaborative paradigm where one does not also act as the curator. When she isn't pondering such lofty questions, Kacey can be found oogling every dog she passes on the street, trying to incorporate tap dance into Shakespeare plays, and working on her yoga practice. Comfort Dolo was born in Chattanooga, Tennessee and raised in friendly Fridley, Minnesota. She graduated from Gustavus Adolphus College in St. Peter, MN back in 2014 with double majors in Honors Theatre and Communication Studies. Since graduating, she has been performing around the Minneapolis/St. Paul area. Favorite credits include: To Kill a Mockingbird (The Guthrie Theatre), TOUCH, a remake of the 1984 Emmy Award winning film project (Illusion Theatre), and various commercials ranging from the Minnesota State Lottery to hand modeling for KeyBank. She is a big fan of theatre for social justice, the German language, and gummy bears! Gregory James is a Buffalo, NY native with a BFA in Theatre Performance from the University at Buffalo. He is overjoyed to be joining CWRU and Cleveland Play House for his graduate studies. Gregory has been living in Los Angeles for the past six years where he has worked as an actor, writer, and director. Recent credits include John in Summer and Smoke, and Jack in Hound of the Baskervilles with the Actors Co-Op Hollywood. Gregory was also a resident member of the Whitefire Theatre for two years appearing in numerous Seasonal and Hollywood Shorts. GregoryJamesActing.com Abdul Seidu is very excited to join the Case Western Reserve University/Cleveland Play House Family. Abdul grew up in the Cleveland area and is glad to represent his home town. He received his undergraduate degree at Kent State University where he also competed in Track & Field. Abdul realized his passion for acting in his teenage years and is thrilled to be accepted at such a prestigious MFA program. He is ready to pursue all the teachings that the program has to offer and is humbled to be an ambassador of the CWRU/CPH name. Courtney Stennett is a native of Eagle, Idaho. She graduated with her BFA in Performance from Baylor University and has since been living and working in Chicago. Favorite recent professional credits include Agnes of God with Aleatoric Theatre, A Little Princess with Windy City Music Theatre, and Seminar with Spartan Theatre Company. Courtney enjoys membership in the League of Chicago Theatres Young Professionals Circle and is on the board of Voice of the City Theatre which is an arts alliance group connecting the community to theatre. She could not be more thrilled for this next adventure in Cleveland! Elisabeth Yancey hails from eight different states reaching all four corners of the U.S. She is a recent graduate of Wellesley College where she received a B.A. in Theatre Studies. She holds a certificate of classical acting from the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Arts, and a certificate of literature from Cambridge University. Elisabeth has worked with Wellesley Repertory Theatre, ACT 1 Nashville, and the Wellesley Shakespeare Society. She is currently embarking on an adventure to Bali where she will receive her 200-hour yoga teaching certification. Elisabeth is thrilled to join the CWRU/CPH class of 2020! ABOUT THE CWRU/CPH MFA PROGRAM Since 1996, Case Western Reserve University has partnered with Cleveland Play House. Every two years, eight actors are chosen from the hundreds who audition nationwide to join this rigorous three-year conservatory program. The CWRU/CPH MFA Acting Program admits committed and bold young artists who possess a love of language, empathy for the human experience, a vivid imagination and the desire to develop the necessary physical and vocal skills for a successful and sustained career in the ever-evolving performing arts scene. All three years are spent in residency at Cleveland Play House, providing students with unique access to its new downtown Cleveland state-of-the-art facilities and the professional expertise of its staff. Program graduates include Rich Sommer (Mad Men, Buried Child), Elizabeth A. Davis (Once - Tony Award Nomination), AJ Cedeno (Z: The Beginning of Everything), Tom Degnan (Limitless), and Stephen Michael Spencer (Oregon Shakespeare Festival). ABOUT CLEVELAND PLAY HOUSE Recipient of the 2015 Regional Theatre Tony Award(r) and founded in 1915, Cleveland Play House is America's first professional regional theatre. Throughout its rich history, Cleveland Play House has remained dedicated to its mission to inspire, stimulate and entertain diverse audiences in Northeast Ohio by producing plays and theatre education programs of the highest professional standards. It has produced more than 100 world and/or American premieres, and over its long history more than 12 million people have attended over 1,600 CPH productions. Today, Cleveland Play House looks toward its centennial while performing in three state-of-the art venues at Playhouse Square in downtown Cleveland. www.clevelandplayhouse.com<http://www.clevelandplayhouse.com> The Ohio Arts Council helps fund Cleveland Play House with state tax dollars to encourage economic growth, educational excellence and cultural enrichment for all Ohioans. We also thank the residents of Cuyahoga County for supporting Cleveland Play House through Cuyahoga Arts & Culture. ### Ryan Lucas Marketing Associate Cleveland Play House 1901 E. 13th Street, Suite 200 Cleveland, OH 44114 216.400.7004 rlucas(a)clevelandplayhouse.com<mailto:rlucas@clevelandplayhouse.com>

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Extras for a scene on Saturday 4pm-5:30
by DanWingOhio . via NEohioPAL 28 Jul '17

28 Jul '17

We are looking for two extras. male or female any age over 18 for a scene to be filmed on a sidewalk in Tremont. The scene involves a character giving a tour of Tremont to a few people. Filming tomorrow, Saturday July 29 4pm-5:30pm. Email your resume to DanWingenfeld(a)gmail.com for more information. Thanks! To learn more: Facebook.com/MySummerInOhio

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PRESS RELEASE: Chagrin Valley Little Theatre's production of 'Eleemosynary' spells conflict for the Wesbrook family
by Chagrin Valley Little Theatre via NEohioPAL 28 Jul '17

28 Jul '17

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Still looking for a little dance for the summer?
by Cleveland City Dance via NEohioPAL 28 Jul '17

28 Jul '17

If you are looking to try a dance class before the summer is over, visit www.clevelandcitydance.com � Nuture you passion, curiosity and talent in ballet, jazz, tap, modern, and hip-hop Call for assisitance as well 216-295-2222 Cleveland City Dance, Home to City Ballet of Cleveland � � � 13108 Shaker Square Cleveland, OH 44120www.clevelandcitydance.com / 216-295-2222

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Auditions for Godspell
by Karen Abbott via NEohioPAL 28 Jul '17

28 Jul '17

Sandusky Harlequins Theatre will hold open auditions for "Godspell" August 15 and 16 at 7 pm. Actors are asked to bring a prepared song. An accompanist will be provided. Callbacks, if needed, will be Monday, Aug 21 at 7 pm. Production dates will be November 3, 4,10, & 11 at 8 pm and 5 & 12 @ 2 pm. For more information you may check the theatre's website: www.harlequinstheatre.org or contact the director, Karen Abbott, via email: krnsabbott(a)gmail.com Harlequins Theatre is located at 414 Wayne St, Sandusky in the rear. -- Karen Abbott

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SEEKING SCAT TEACHER HEIGHTS AREA, EAST SIDE.
by Carol A. Leslie via NEohioPAL 28 Jul '17

28 Jul '17

After 30+ years "in the biz," I want to conquer my demons and learn scat singing. I am a torch singer, with a few swing, blues, R & B and latin numbers thrown in. I want more flexibility and creativity! Please contact me if you are experienced in teaching scat. My time is always a crunch and so Cleveland Hts/Shaker/University/So Euclid /Lyndhurst preferred if at all possible. I even have a keyboard if you make housecalls. Do remember to quote your rates please! Carol

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Additional Annie Auditions
by Marc Howard via NEohioPAL 28 Jul '17

28 Jul '17

*ADDITIONAL AUDITION DATE FOR “ANNIE” THE MUSICAL AT AURORA COMMUNITY THEATRE* Aurora Community Theatre has modified its performance schedule for “Annie” the musical, therefore we are offering an additional opportunity to audition for those actors who may have previously had Thanksgiving weekend conflicts or otherwise missed the first round of auditions. The additional AUDITION will be held Monday, July 31 at 6:30 pm at the Aurora Memorial Library and Performing Arts Center, 115 East Pioneer Trail, Aurora, OH 44202. *PERFORMANCES now run* five weekends: October 27-28 - November 3-4-5, 10-11-12, 17-18-19 (we removed our original Thanksgiving Weekend performances) and December 1-2. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm, with Sunday matinees at 3:00 pm. *REHEARSALS *will begin after Labor Day. *ALL ROLES ARE AVAILABLE EXCEPT:* Miss Hannigan, Bert Healy, and Lily. *WHAT TO PREPARE: * Please prepare a brief musical theater song in the style of the show (“classic” Broadway). Please do NOT prepare movie, pop or rock songs. Please do NOT prepare the song “Tomorrow.” Bringing sheet music is preferred but an accompaniment track on CD will be accepted. An accompanist will be provided. A short dance combination will also be taught as part of the audition. Actors may or may not be asked to read from the script at preliminary auditions. Actors will read from the script and be asked to sing from the score during callbacks. Owners of potential “Sandy” dogs should contact the director at 330-397-3667 to arrange an “audition.” Sandy must be able to remain calm in performance situations and be trained to perform very specific tasks, including crossing the stage unleashed and alone. For a complete breakdown of roles and vocal ranges, visit: http://www.mtishows.com/full-cast-info/1637 <https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.mtishows.com%2Ffull-cast-in…> For more information, contact director Michael Dempsey at demzer(a)gmail.com. *Marc C. Howard* President - Board of Trustees Aurora Community Theatre marc.c.howard(a)gmail.com 330-714-6907

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Ongoing Meisner Acting Classes
by Acting Classes via NEohioPAL 28 Jul '17

28 Jul '17

Ongoing Saturday acting classes grounded in the Meisner technique. Saturdays, 10:00 AM-noon. Shore Culture Center, 291 East 222nd Street, Room 242. First class is always free! Call or text Jill at 917-488-1080 if you plan to attend.

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Hairspray opens one week from today at Mercury Theatre Company!
by Mercury Theatre Company via NEohioPAL 28 Jul '17

28 Jul '17

Mercury Theatre Company presents Hairspray August 4-19, 2017 Mercury Theatre Company is marching to a whole new beat with the hit musical, Hairspray, August 4-19 at Notre Dame College. The Tony Award-winning Musical concludes Mercury’s 19th Season, which showcased Rodgers and Hammerstein’sCarousel, La Cage Aux Folles and Dreamworks’ Madagascar: A Musical Adventure. The 1950s are out and change is in the air! Hairspray, the family-friendly musical piled bouffant high with laughter, romance, and deliriously tuneful songs, is bopping to the Mercury Theatre Company stage on August 4. When Tracy Turnblad wins a coveted spot on The Corny Collins Show, Baltimore‘s most popular teen dance program, the high school misfit with the big heart, big personality and big hair proves everyone wrong and becomes a local TV celebrity. It seems like Tracy will have it all: the eye of heartthrob Link Larkin, the Miss Teenage Hairspray crown, even a modeling gig with Mr. Pinky‘s Hefty Hideaway. But is segregated Baltimore ready to embrace her demand for racial integration? And will her larger-than-life mother ever leave the house? Under the direction of Pierre-Jacques Brault, and featuring a cast of 42, led by Eddie Carney (Edna), Brian Marshall (Wilbur), Jennifer Myor (Velma), and introducing Kaelan Vogt as Tracy, this larger-than-life musical about love and acceptance is ready to dance its way into audiences’ hearts. Rated PG. Spectacular Group rates are available for parties of 10 or more. Call 216-771-5862 for details. At A Glance: What: Hairspray When: August 4-19, 2017 August 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, and 19: 7:30 pm August 6 and 13: 2:00 pm August 10 and 17: 7:00 pm Where: Regina Hall, Notre Dame College, 1857 South Green Rd., South Euclid, 44121 Cost: $20 Adults, $16 Seniors (60+), $16 children and students (with valid ID) How: For tickets call 216.771.5862 or order online at www.mercurytheatrecompany.org Mercury Theatre Company 216.771.5862 www.mercurytheatrecompany.org

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Needing 2 Actors for FRANKENSTEIN 1930
by James Charpie via NEohioPAL 28 Jul '17

28 Jul '17

East Cleveland Theater (ECT) is hosting auditions for “Frankenstein 1930”, written by Fred Carmichael. We are seeking 2 men for this show. *Synopsis:* An adaptation of the classic novel by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley. Although this adaptation was published in 1996, the play is set in the 1930s. *The Roles:* *Grave Digger 2 / Second Man*: These are two separate roles to be played by the same person. The Grave Digger 2 only appears in Act 1, Scene 1 ... preparing a grave for a recently deceased young man. Second Man appears multiple times in Act 2 and is a villager. *Gorgo*: Gorgo has been shunned by society, and is Victor Frankenstein's assistant. Gorgo is anxious for Victor's creation to live, as Gorgo is desperately looking for a friend. *Director: Michael A Lenzo* Michael is making quite a name for himself, starting off with "Dracula" in 2015, followed by "The Fall of the House of Usher" in 2016, which won Broadway World's first place award in the category *Best Production of a Comedy or Drama*. *Audition Dates:* Auditions will be by appointment only, and at a date and time convenient for both yourself and the director. Please email me at jcharpie(a)eastclevelandtheater.org or call 330-416-1311 <%28330%29%20416-1311> to schedule a time. Please come prepared with any conflicts you may have with the rehearsal schedule. *Show Dates:* Opening: Friday, October 06, 2017 Closing: Sunday, October 29, 2017 Shows on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday (12 shows total) Friday and Saturday shows start at 8pm Sunday shows start at 3pm *Rehearsals:* Scripts will be handed out by the end of July. Rehearsals will start: Sunday, August 27, 2017 Rehearsals: Sundays, from 3 to 7pm Mondays, from 6:30 to 9:30pm Tuesdays, from 6:30 to 9:30pm Wednesday, from 6:30 to 9:30pm Tech Week starts Sunday, October 01, at 2pm. There will be rehearsals every night before we open on Friday, October 06. Attendance is mandatory during tech week. East Cleveland Theater is a community theater celebrating its 49th Season. Our actors, like most of our personnel, are unpaid volunteers. We hope you will join us as we entertain and challenge our audiences. If you have questions, please call James Charpie at 330-416-1311 <%28330%29%20416-1311>, or email me at jcharpie(a)eastclevelandtheater.org. East Cleveland Theater 14108 Euclid Avenue East Cleveland, OH 44112 216-851-8721 <%28216%29%20851-8721> www.eastclevelandtheater.org <http://www.eastclevelandtheater.org/> Thank You, James Charpie Stage Manager East Cleveland Theater

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