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CASTING: Supporting Roles in an Indie Feature (July 21 - August 8)
by Emily Cohn via NEohioPAL 09 Jul '17

09 Jul '17

Dear NEohioPAL list subscribers, My name is Emily Cohn (emily-cohn.squarespace.com) and I am the writer/director of *Crshd*, a college female sex-comedy. I'm seeking Ohio-based actors to fill a few roles. Details below! *Logline: *Three college freshmen pursue their suppressed romantic desires the last night of school before summer break. *Principle Photography:* July 21 - August 8 (actors will be needed on select shooting days) *Compensation: *Meals, IMDB credit, $20/day per diem (unless SAG, in which case $125/day) *Audition Location: *Tape *Shooting Location:* Oberlin, Ohio *Character Bios:* STEPHANIE (22)—Modern cupid goddess. Party hostess and Izzy's "bad" influence. +Female. Preferably non-white. JARED ELBOW (16)—High school town kid who borrows his father's campus security uniform to steal alcohol from dorm rooms. +Male. White. REGISTER MAN (30s-50s)—A register attendant at the local gas station with a good sense of humor and unconventional fake ID regulations. +Male. Any ethnicity. IZZY’S MOM (50s-60)—Hip stoner artist. +Female. Please contact Barrett Rouen (b.rouen(a)gmail.com) and Emily Cohn ( escapecohn(a)gmail.com) with interest or questions. -- *Emily Cohn* 1(917) 977-1369 | website <https://emily-cohn.squarespace.com/>

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friends of the strongsville library annual author event! please share!
by Kim Wasielewski via NEohioPAL 09 Jul '17

09 Jul '17

YOU ARE INVITED TO THE FRIENDS OF THE STRONGSVILLE LIBRARY ANNUAL MEETING AUTHOR EVENT AUTHOR EVENT ANNUAL MEETING AUGUST 9, 2017 7PM Strongsville Library 18700 Westwood Drive Strongsville, Ohio 44136-3495 440-238-5530 Directly behind the police station. Please register on the library website http://www.cuyahogalibrary.org/ or call the Strongsville branch to register. Memberships for the Friends of the Strongsville Library Available at the door (or in advance at the library front desk) $8 for a Family Membership. Ask about our Business Sponsor Membership $25 Join the Strongsville Friends of the Library for our author event/annual meeting. A short meeting begins this wonderful event featuring Eric Vaiksnoras author of Honey, I Shrunk the Grief. Books will be available for purchase and autographing as well as tasty treats while we all enjoy our author’s presentation. Eric Vaiksnoras is a passionate and hope-filled lover of life. He is a husband, dad, student, teacher, runner, boxer, young widower, and writer. His educational background includes a Bachelor of Science (Physical Education) and a Master of Education (Community Health/School Health). He was 30 years old when his wife Julie died suddenly five months after the birth of their son, David. His book, Honey, I Shrunk the Grief!, is a healing result of that tragedy. It contains some painful pieces of heartache, but more than anything, it’s filled with light―made up of the hope and promise that comes from discovering love will find a way. Kim ATP  Reiki Master July 15 Night of Light Namaste Wellness Center Medina July 23 Strongsville City Jazz Hudson July 29 Reiki First Degree Namaste Wellness Center Medina August 4 Strongsville City Jazz Strongsville Rec Center August 9 Strongsville Friends of the Library Author Event September 16 17 18 Strongsville Friends Booksale October 21 22 Holistic Health and Healing Expo The Four Agreements 1. Be impeccable with your word. 2. Don’t take anything personally. 3. Don’t make assumptions. 4. Always do your best. ” ― Don Miguel Ruiz

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Review of "Ain't Misbehavin'" at Porthouse Theatre
by Bob Abelman via NEohioPAL 09 Jul '17

09 Jul '17

Porthouse offers a transportive ‘Ain’t Misbehavin’’ Bob Abelman Cleveland Jewish News, The News Herald, The Morning Journal Member, International Association of Theatre Critics Porthouse Theatre has found the perfect formula for a delightful evening’s escapism: Take 30 of the best 1920’s and 1930’s jazz and swing compositions by Harlem nightclub legend “Fats” Waller, divide them among five extraordinarily entertaining performers, add a tight three-piece band, and subtract any semblance of a storyline. For more of this article, go to www.clevelandjewishnews.com/columnists/.

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Re: [NEohioPAL] URGENT, Help Needed for the Mt. Carmel Players
by Machala Comenschek via NEohioPAL 09 Jul '17

09 Jul '17

UPDATE: The Mt. Carmel Players will be rehearsing and performing out of Lakeland Community College: 7700 Clocktower Dr, Kirtland, OH 44094. On Sun, Jul 9, 2017 at 10:29 AM, Machala Comenschek < machalacomenschek(a)gmail.com> wrote: > The Mt. Carmel Players are looking for people who have experience in the > lighting field to run spot lights for this year's production of Mary > Poppins. Tech week begins today, Sunday July 9th and will go through > Thursday July 13th. > Show dates are July 14, 15, 21, and 22 at 7:30 and July 16 at 3:00. > > If you are interested in lending us a hand you would need to be present > for as many rehearsals during tech week as possible as long as every > performance night. This is a non-paid position. > > If you are willing and able to help us, please contact the Production > Manager at (216)-421-4159 <(216)%20421-4159>. Calls would be preferred. > If you cannot call or text please email at machalacomenschek(a)gmail.com > > Thank you for your time, > Machala Comenschek > Mt. Carmel Players >

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Feature Film Casting for 24 Background Actors
by raproductions2016 via NEohioPAL 09 Jul '17

09 Jul '17

**CASTING for 24 BACKGROUND ACTORS** "Kopps" is a Full Length Feature Film, scheduled to begin shooting this month, in the Northeast Ohio area. This film is classified as a Comedy/Suspense/Thriller, Packed with Action. Kopps is Produced by R & A Productions, Directed by Amy Adams, Assistant Director Raymelle Adams, Written by Raymelle Adams. Kopps is about four men, who secretly get injected with a serum, that enhance their inner abilities. They later join forces in "Operation: Kopps", to assist in the take down of Charlie Diablo, aka "The Devil", who is the main distributor of a liquid drug, Rakmar. **We are seeking the following Characters. No Experience Required** OFFICER Over 30yo, Open Race & Gender, Featured Extra Role. Uniform a plus, but not required. Please disclose if you are able to provide. THUG (18-30) Open Race & Gender, Featured Extra Role. BACKGROUND ACTOR Over 18yo, Open Race & Gender. *Submission DEADLINE is Tuesday, July 11th* Please forward submissions to RAProductions2016(a)gmail.com and include any headshots, reels and resume, while listing CHARACTERS NAME as the Subject Line. These are Nonpaying Positions, with Credits given. Any questions, please feel free.

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AUDITIONS FOR RHINOCEROS Saturday, July 15 at convergence-continuum
by JD Tell via NEohioPAL 09 Jul '17

09 Jul '17

Auditions for Rhinoceros by Eugene Ionesco Saturday, July 15 from 11 am - 1 pmat convergence-continuum, 6440 Scranton Road, Cleveland, OH 44113 Two male and two female roles to be cast:Jean, Grocer, Daisy and Waitress Actors of all genders, race, cultures and backgrounds are invited to attend. You will be asked to read from the script. No appointments necessary. Production dates: August 25 through September 16.Performances run Thursdays though Saturdays. Rehearsals would start immediately. Director: Jonathan Wilhelm For more information, e-mail jwilhelm(a)dobama.org

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$10 Tickets to all Neohiopal Subscribers for THE TESTAMENT OF MARY with Anne McEvoy on Thursday, July 13th ONLY!
by Christine McBurney via NEohioPAL 09 Jul '17

09 Jul '17

$10 Tickets to all Neohiopal Subscribers for THE TESTAMENT OF MARY on Thursday, July 13th ONLY! Enter Code: "NEO" at checkout at www.playhousesquare.org or pay at the door! *"Mary’s words sing and McEvoy soars <http://www.news-herald.com/article/20170707/FEATURES/170709600>." ~Bob Abelman, The News-Herald* Listen to actress Anne McEvoy discuss the production on WCLV here <http://www.ideastream.org/wclv/mamai-theatre-presents-the-testament-of-mary>! View trailer here <https://youtu.be/Fq8QNe53Ua0>! Imagine the most iconic mother of all time telling her private version of a story we thought we knew. Colm Toibin’s retelling of the pivotal events in the life of Jesus Christ through the eyes of Mary the survivor challenges us to imagine the suffering, courage and strength of mothers on a colossal scale -- up close and personal. Prepare to join a gifted playwright and performer in a one-of-a-kind solo journey that will leave you with new insight and questions, along with a deeper appreciation for human endurance in the context of mystery. "Mary stripped bare... A private tete-a-tete with a woman who has an extraordinary story to tell." -- The New York Times THE TESTAMENT OF MARY - Regional Premiere! by Colm Toibin, with Anne McEvoy Directed by Bernadette Clemens Scenic design by Don McBride Lighting design by Marcus Dana Costume Design by Kristine Davies Sound Design by Richard Ingraham Properties Design by Monica Plunkett July 5 - 23, 2017 On July 16, a post-show talkback event will be held with the director and actress. Originally produced on Broadway by Scott Rudin Productions. Commissioned by Dublin Theatre Festival and Landmark Productions with the support of Irish Theatre Trust. A DOLL’S HOUSE by Henrik Ibsen, adapted by Thornton Wilder Directed by Christine McBurney Scenic design by Don McBride Lighting design by Marcus Dana Costume Design by Kristine Davies Sound Design by Richard Ingraham Properties Design by Monica Plunkett with: Abraham Adams+, Mary Alice Beck, John Busser, Anjanette Hall*, Tim Keo+ & Rachel Lee Kolis+ August 9 - 27, 2017 On Sunday, August 20, a post-show talkback event will be held with the director and cast. "Doll's House, A (Wilder)” is presented by special arrangement with SAMUEL FRENCH, INC *Member Actors’ Equity Association +Equity Member Candidate Both Shows: Wednesdays-Saturdays at 7:30pm, Sundays at 2:30pm, The Helen Rosenfeld Lewis Bialosky Lab Theatre You can still play a role in Mamai's move to Playhouse Square by becoming a subscriber, donor, or sponsor. Click here <http://www.mamaitheatreco.org/tickets-2017> to make an on-line tax-deductible donation! Tickets on sale at 216.241.6000 <(216)%20241-6000> or www.playhousesquare.org More at www.mamaitheatreco.org

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Johnathan Jackson, Marvin Malone & Lillian Pyles. See Featured Guests on "Wake Up And Live With the Arts"
by sue holland johnson via NEohioPAL 09 Jul '17

09 Jul '17

Hello, Performing Artists & Arts Supporters . . . . Tune in & See Featured Guests on "Wake Up and Live With the Arts" Wake Up with Johnathon Jackson, Director, & Marvin Malone, Manager, Karamu's Summer Arts Project Wake Up with Lillian Pyles, CSA, Casting Director Wake Up with Andrew Latshaw, Owner, Art-Abandoned Photography https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7h28qPvPyMI&feature=youtu.be WUAL with Andrew Latshaw Andy shares examples of his Art-Abandoned Photography project he's developing. Viewers can see the variety of colorful wrapped canvases, portrait, nature & action photos. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l7T7tpK_gaY WUAL with Lillian Pyles, CSA Lillian discusses how she earned her CSA credential, & the variety of film projects she's involved in, and especially the audition 'teaching moments' from a Casting Director's point of view. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=llzR0igkfJ4&t=2s WUAL with Johnathon and Marvin Johnathon, Lead Teaching Artist/Director, & Marvin, Mgr, Summer Arts, talk with Sue Johnson, Host, about Karamu's Summer Arts Program . Take a Look! See past YouTube clips of some of our recent & past featured guests on ''WU&Lw/Arts" WUAL Playlist: https://www.youtub e.com/playlist?list=PL490E9107 8C2251D3Scroll down & watch videos of your favorite guests & interest. Thanks . . .Sue JohnsonDirector, Producerwakeupandlives(a)gmail.com Note: If you, or someone you know, would make a great guest, eg. actors performing excerpts of their works, playwrights, singers & dancers, musicians, poets, etc., please contact us at: wakeupandlives@gmail. Note: Please forward & post this message to your social media lists FB, Linkdn, emails, etc.

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Playwrights Local Announces Selections from 2017 Open Call
by Playwrights Local via NEohioPAL 08 Jul '17

08 Jul '17

*PLAYWRIGHTS LOCAL* *SELECTIONS FROM 2017 OPEN CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS* Playwrights Local is pleased to announce the selections from our 2017 Open Call for Submissions. This free submission process is open to all playwrights in the wider region of Northeast Ohio. Our selections follow, listed according to their respective program in our 2017-2018 season. Thanks to all the playwrights -- we love receiving your work and hope to continue to hear from all of you! Thanks also to all of our script readers, especially Gregory A. Smith and including Les Hunter, Dale Heinen, and Logan Smith. *THE 3RD ANNUAL CLEVELAND PLAYWRIGHTS FESTIVAL* Saturday, September 23, 2017 - 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 - Vickie L. Williams: Axe Under the Bed - Rachel Zake: It’s Just Pudding - Brian Zoldessy: DIY *FALL ROUNDTABLE WORKSHOP SERIES* October/November 2017 - India Burton: 1,000 Hills - Rannigan Walsh: Family Tree - Edward J. Walsh: Stranded - Mary E. Weems, Ph.D.: Hey Siri *2018 PLAY LAB & SPRING WORKSHOPS* March 16-17, 2018 - Brandon North: In Appalachia, Apertures - Eileen O’Leary: The Intelligence Man - Tom Hayes: Title TK *SELECTED FOR PRODUCTION IN 2018-2019 SEASON* - Faye Sholiton: Above and Beyond - Robert Hawkes: The Silence of Dr & Mrs Caligari We look forward to reading more new plays in 2018! -- Playwrights Local http://playwrightslocal.org/

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AIN'T MISBEHAVIN' @ Porthouse
by Roy Berko via NEohioPAL 08 Jul '17

08 Jul '17

*•••••••••••••••••••••••••••* *Capsule judgment: “Ain’t Misbehavin’” is a musical-review which will be of interest to those who like 1920 and 30’s Harlem Renaissance swing music. Be aware that the show, though nicely performed, has over 30 songs and no story line. * *To read the entire review go to: **www.royberko.info* <http://www.royberko.info>* to read the capsule judgments of the other Cleveland reviewers go to: **www.clevelandtheaterreviews.com* <http://www.clevelandtheaterreviews.com> *••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••*

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