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ACTORS STARTER KIT
by Will F Moore via NEohioPAL 06 Jun '17

06 Jun '17

Group *acting development* and *auditioning improvement* sessions for new/novice actors are ongoing. Individual sessions have already started and are ongoing all Spring. Actors of all stages *STAY READY!* Forward inquiries to willfmooremedia(a)gmail.com for information. Sign up this week and earn a bonus session! http://www.imdb.com/name/nm3572825/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1

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Mark your calendar for these June & July EVEnts
by Bette Lou Higgins/Eden Valley Enterprises via NEohioPAL 06 Jun '17

06 Jun '17

See the inspiring story of Emma Gatewood, the first woman to solo thru-hike the 2,050-mile Appalachian Trail at the age of 67 after raising 11 children and surviving domestic abuse with our Emmy-nominated film. TRAIL MAGIC: THE GRANDMA GATEWOOD STORY will be presented on Monday, June 12, 2017, 7p.m. at the Lakewood Library, 15425 Detroit Ave. in Lakewood. The program is FREE and open to the public. For more information, contact the library at (216) 226-8275. On Monday, July 10, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. hear America's history as told through song with I HEAR AMERICA SINGING -- a special powerpoint storytelling program presented by the Wickliffe Public Library, 1713 Lincoln Rd in Wickliffe, Ohio. The program is FREE and open to the public. For more information, call the library at (440) 944-6010. Children ages 2 - 11 will be able to find out how they can BUILD A BETTER WORLD with this storytelling program spotlighting inventive youngsters at the Herrick Memorial Library in Wellington, Ohio on Thursday, July 20, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. The program is FREE and open to the public. For more information, call the library at 440-647-2120. To arrange for these, or any of our programs to be brought to your group, simply reply to this e-mail with your request. We'd be happy to help you create a special event. Keep up with all our events at http://edenvalleyenterprises.org/calendar.htm To unsubscribe to this e-mail, respond to this e-mail with your request. Looking forward to seeing you at a program soon! Bette Lou Higgins Artistic Director Eden Valley Enterprises www.edenvalleyenterprises.org

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Agency Booking Assistant
by Stephen via NEohioPAL 06 Jun '17

06 Jun '17

AGENCY BOOKING ASSISTANT Model & Talent Agency is seeking individual to add to our staff. Qualified individual will be working with Models/Talent and Clients on a daily basis, have a high level of motivation with excellent work habits, excellent verbal communication skills both in person and on the phone. Email your resume to stephen(a)pmtm.com<mailto:stephen@pmtm.com>. Must have the following qualifications/skills * Highly proficient in Microsoft Office * Good multi-tasking skills * Attention to detail * Great personality, punctual and reliable Experience in the following a plus * Knowledge of the model/talent industry & understanding of a commercial market * Experience as an event coordinator, public relations, marketing or sales Compensation based on experience & health insurance and vacation benefits Email your resume to stephen(a)pmtm.com<mailto:stephen@pmtm.com>

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Young Filmmakers Needed for "A Mystery in Lakewood" -- A film made for kids, by kids
by Lakewood Young Filmmakers Academy via NEohioPAL 05 Jun '17

05 Jun '17

*NOW ENROLLING KIDS AGES 12-17* YOUNG FILMMAKERS SUMMER CAMP MAKE A REAL MOVIE, SEE IT IN A REAL MOVIE THEATRE! The Lakewood Young Filmmakers Academy Summer Camp is *THE ONLY CAMP* of its kind in Ohio! A two week filmmaking camp June 19-30 at *THE UNIVERSITY OF AKRON - LAKEWOOD*, in which students, ages 12-17, will work together to write, shoot and edit a real film *(A MYSTERY IN LAKEWOOD)* from start to finish with the help of award winning industry professionals serving as instructors and counselors. Then on July 6 they will attend a red carpet premiere of the film at *THE CAPITOL THEATRE* where their movie will be seen by an audience of filmmakers, media, fans, friends and family. For more information or to enroll your child in this unique program visit WWW.LAKEWOODYFA.COM

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Dancing Under The Stars in Playhouse Square - FREE! Live music and dancing!
by Valerie Salstrom via NEohioPAL 05 Jun '17

05 Jun '17

Get Hep Swing, Viva Dance, and Playhouse Square have collaborated to bring you a summer full of terrific Tuesdays. It all starts on Tuesday, June 6th at US Bank Plaza underneath the giant chandelier in Playhouse Square. We have swing dance lessons with international swing dance champion, Valerie Salstrom of Get Hep Swing from 6-6:30. Live music from 6:30-9. Different bands of all swing dance genres are featured every week. Big Band, 50s, jump blues, small combo, etc. No partner needed. Dance floor provided. We will help you make this a summer to remember! Tuesday, June 6th, TrueNorth Big Band Tuesday, June 13th, Blues Deville Tuesday, June 20th, The Madison Crawl Tuesday, June 27th, Red Light Roxy Tuesday, July 11th, Blues Deville Tuesday, July 18th, Skatch Anderssen Orchestra http://www.playhousesquare.org/events/detail/dancing-under-the-starshttp://…

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Casting: In The Heights - Sarasota Florida
by James Weaver via NEohioPAL 05 Jun '17

05 Jun '17

Seeking: *Abuela Claudia* for Sarasota Florida production of *In the Heights *at WBTT - Jim Weaver is director and choreographer. Looking for a mature 40-60 year old singer/actress for this leading role (all other roles are cast). Rehearsals begin mid September, opening October 11th, and running until mid November. This is a paid non-union contract. Transportation and housing provided. If interested and available please submit head shot, resume, and demo material/links to SarasotaHeights(a)gmail.com. Please specify: "*Submission - In the Heights" *in your heading.

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NEW '17-'18 SEASON TICKETS ON SALE at FRENCH CREEK THEATRE
by fctheatre via NEohioPAL 05 Jun '17

05 Jun '17

Lorain County Metro Parks' French Creek Theatre is proud to announce... NEW 2017-2018 SEASON!!! Tickets on sale now! SEASON TICKET SUBSCRIBERS SAVE UP TO 30% ON A 6 SHOW PACKAGE! Call (440) 949-5200, purchase online<http://metroparks.cc/french-creek-theatre-tickets.php> or visit the FCT Box Office, open 10AM-6PM daily. PERFORMANCES FRIDAYS AND SATURDAYS at 7:30pm SUNDAYS at 3:00PM unless otherwise specified TICKETS* Ewing Theatre Adult $16-$18 Youth $10 Pijor Theatre Adult $16 Youth $10 *Romeo & Juliet no cost BONNIE & CLYDE - musical with adult themes Book by Ivan Menchell Lyrics by Don Black Music by Frank Wildhorn Directed by Brittni Shambaugh Addison October 13-29, 2017 / Ewing Theatre The Great Depression. As the country's corporations, banks and institutions crumble, suffering Americans crave a reckoning. Two upstart criminals emerge from the dust of poverty to become folk heroes for their brazen, lawless and deadly deeds. Strap in for a sleek and sexy musical retelling of the rise and fall of the Barrow Gang. "You've read the story of Jesse James of how he lived and died...here's the story of Bonnie and Clyde." ANNIE - musical for the entire family Book by Thomas Meehan Music by Charles Strouse Lyrics by Martin Charnin Based on Little Orphan Annie by permission of The Media Tribune Services, Inc. Directed by Monica Olejko December 1-17, 2017 / Ewing Theatre Billionaire Oliver Warbucks is a man who thinks he has everything. Eleven-year-old Annie is an orphan with nothing. When the unlikely pair meet, together they find the thing that was missing in each other. Everyone's favorite optimist lights up the stage this holiday season in the inspiring musical sensation that will leave audiences singing, "Tomorrow, tomorrow, I love you, tomorrow! You're always a day away!" I'M NOT RAPPAPORT - play for ages 12+ By Herb Gardner Directed by Jacqi Loewy February 2-18, 2018 / Pijor Theatre >From a bench in Central Park, Nat & Midge, two feisty octogenarians, refuse to disappear into the diminishing twilight of their lives. While Nat's daughter imperils his independence with the threat of nursing homes, Midge fights the yuppie forces trying to push him out of his job. Using the wiles and wisdom that only come with age, they make their final stand in this sidesplitting and thoughtful Tony-award winner. CHILDREN OF EDEN - musical for the entire family Book by John Caird Music & Lyrics by Stephen Schwartz Based on a concept by Charles Lisanby Orchestrations by Bruce Coughlin and Martin Erskine Directed by Nate Sayatovich March 9-25, 2018 / Ewing Theatre In the beginning, Adam and Eve live in a state of perfection with their Father. But when they eat from the Tree of Knowledge, their disobedience sets off a powerful chain of events spanning generations, and leaves the far reaches of their bloodline searching for the way back to Eden. Forbidden fruit, floods, and forgiveness come together for this sweeping musical saga based on the book of Genesis. THE ELEPHANT MAN - play for ages 12+ By Bernard Pomerance Directed by Ismael Lara May 4-20, 2018 / Pijor Theatre In 1886, a horrifically deformed sideshow attraction named John Merrick is taken in by a young English surgeon named Frederick Treves. As Treves endeavors to civilize him by introducing him to London's elite, Merrick dreams of being like other men. But when manners and propriety leave Merrick dissatisfied, Treves begins to question his own altruistic pursuits. Achingly poignant and poetic, discover our shared humanity with The Elephant Man. LIONEL BART'S OLIVER! - musical for the entire family Book, Music & Lyrics by Lionel Bart Directed by Maryann Nagel & Greg Violand July 13-29, 2018 / Ewing Theatre Sold from the only life he's ever known in a toilsome workhouse to be an apprentice coffin-follower for a jocund undertaker, the orphaned and hapless Oliver escapes to find someplace he truly belongs. Taken in by a band of young pickpockets, Oliver thinks he's finally found a family until a robbery gone sour incurs the wrath of their menacing leader. Filled with Broadway hits and heart, "consider yourself" invited to Oliver this summer! ROMEO & JULIET - play for ages 12+ By William Shakespeare Directed by Brian McNally August 17-19, 2018 / Lakeview Park (all shows @ 7pm) A young woman is betrothed by her parents against her will. A young man's honor is bound to hate the household of his love. As their families war, together they will bear their devotion beyond the boundaries of death. One of the greatest tragedies of all time, Shakespeare's tale of passion and calamity is performed outdoors as Lorain County Metro Parks is transformed into "fair Verona, where we lay our scene..." Bonnie & Clyde, Annie, Children of Eden and Lionel Bart's OLIVER! are presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.MTIShows.com<http://www.MTIShows.com> French Creek Theatre is located within the French Creek Nature & Arts Center / 4530 Colorado Ave / Sheffield Village / 44054

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CALLING ALL ACTORS, DIRECTORS, PRODUCERS, SINGERS, DANCERS, POETS, AGENTS, MANAGERS AND INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS
by Dezmond Peterson via NEohioPAL 05 Jun '17

05 Jun '17

* What About Them Productions* *Voice Variations LLC* * Presents:* * OPEN MIC * * INDUSTRY MIXER* *Thursday, June 29th * *7:00-10:00p.m.* *Producers, Directors, Actors, Singers, Dancers,* *Musicians, Crew, Agents, Managers, and all* *Industry Professionals … Family & Friends* *Join Us for** …* *Unlimited Draft Beer, Well Liquor, Wine, * * Pop and Appetizers! $20 per person. * *Open Mic … Take the Mic & share a Monologue, Rap, * * Comedy, Song, Poem, etc. * * Location: ROOKIES SPORTS BAR & GRILL* * 6913 W 130th Street* * Parma, Heights, OH 44130* *Purchase Tickets in advance at **www.voice-variations.com* <http://www.voice-variations.com> *Sponsored by What About Them Productions & Voice Variations LLC *

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THIS WEEKEND: a rigorously physical and richly poetic production with a hypnotic soundscape - Red Ash Mosaic
by Caitlin Lewins via NEohioPAL 05 Jun '17

05 Jun '17

Cleveland Public Theatre presents RED ASH MOSAIC<http://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2016-2017/red-ash-mosaic/> Created by Raymond Bobgan & Cleveland Core Ensemble. Directed by Raymond Bobgan. a rigorously physical and richly poetic production with a hypnotic soundscape MAY 25 - JUNE 17 | 7:30pm Red Ash Mosaic is an experiment in theatrical form, with interwoven and contradictory narrative threads, powerful physical action, chanting and poetic texts - designed not to show, but to invoke; not a presentation, but a transmission. Beginning in the daily doldrums of a video game store, Red Ash Mosaic erupts into a fracturing of realities and parallel lives launching into an otherworldly land of dreams, spirits and the awakening of one man as he confronts his own death/life. World Premiere. FEATURING Cleveland Core Ensemble: Dionne Atchison, Raymond Bobgan, Faye Hargate, Adam Seeholzer, Darius Stubbs AND Holly Holsinger, Colleen McCaughey, Sarah Moore CREATIVE PRODUCTION TEAM Benjamin Gantose (Lighting Designer); Holly Holsinger & Irene Mack-Shafer (Co-Costume Designers); Matthew Ryals (Composer/Sound Designer, 2016/2017 Kulas Theatre Composer Fellow); Maura Krause (Dramaturg), Raymond Bobgan (Scenic Designer); Colleen McCaughey (Stage Manager), Marissa Green (Assistant Stage Manager). Tickets are $12 - $30. Students/Seniors receive $3 off on Friday and Saturday nights. All Thursdays and Mondays are $12. 6415 Detroit Avenue, Cleveland OH 44102 CPT is located in the heart of the Gordon Square Arts District. Tickets available at www.cptonline.org<http://www.cptonline.org> or CPT Box Office (216) 631-2727 ext. 501. (Order early at CPT - no sneaky ticket fees, ever.) **Due to the intimate nature of the performance, there is absolutely NO LATE SEATING. Doors close at show time - please plan accordingly.** The Gordon Square Theatre is ADA compliant featuring a ramped entrance and an all gender, wheelchair accessible restroom. For this production, there is special seating for wheelchairs and patrons who cannot walk steps. Please let us know when making a reservation if special seating is preferred. Caitlin Lewins Interim Director of Audience Engagement & Media Relations Cleveland Public Theatre 6415 Detroit Ave Cleveland OH, 44102 (216) 631-2727 x211

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Annie Auditions
by Marc Howard via NEohioPAL 05 Jun '17

05 Jun '17

*NEWS RELEASE _____________________________________________________________________________________* * PRESS CONTACT: MICHAEL DEMPSEY* * 330-397-3667 <(330)%20397-3667> demzer(a)gmail.com <demzer(a)gmail.com>* FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 05, 2017 *LEAPIN’ LIZARDS! ACTORS OF ALL AGES (AND ONE MUTT)* * SOUGHT FOR BELOVED MUSICAL, “ANNIE” AT ACT* AURORA, OHIO – Aurora Community Theatre will hold *AUDITIONS* *BY APPOINTMENT* for the heartwarming Tony Award-winning musical, *ANNIE*, on *Sunday and Monday,* *July 16-17,* beginning at *7:00 pm* at the Aurora Memorial Library and Performing Arts Center, 115 East Pioneer Trail, Aurora, OH 44202. The show will be directed by Michael Dempsey. Please visit Signup.com to reserve an audition appointment at http://signup.com/go/iGvcdsg*.* Based on the popular Depression-era comic strip, Annie has become a worldwide phenomenon and won seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical. The Broadway musical comedy boasts at least three movie versions, a beloved book and score, and the unforgettable hit song, “Tomorrow.” It’s the story of a spunky Depression-era orphan determined to find the parents who abandoned her on the doorstep of a New York City Orphanage, run by the cruel Miss Hannigan. See if Annie foil Miss Hannigan and her brother Rooster's evil plans and finds a new family and home with billionaire Oliver Warbucks, his secretary Grace and a lovable mutt named Sandy. *PERFORMANCES run* five weekends, *November 3 – December 2.* Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm, with Sunday matinees at 3:00 pm during the middle three weekends. *REHEARSALS *will begin in early September. Rehearsals are typically Sun-Thurs evenings. Please bring a list of your conflicts to auditions. *All roles are available.* *ADULT ROLES:* Besides the iconic adult roles mentioned above, ANNIE requires a dynamic and talented ensemble, in which the performers play multiple roles and sing and dance in major production numbers, with several featured singing roles. *CHILDREN ROLES:* Besides the title role of Annie, there are six specific orphan roles (age range 6-13). Additional orphans may be cast. Children must be at least 8 years old to audition for an orphan role. Parents must commit to having orphans at rehearsals when needed and helping them learn their material. *AUDITION REQUIREMENTS: * *IMPORTANT: Auditions are by appointment! Please go to * http://signup.com/go/iGvcdsg* to reserve an audition slot or call the theatre at (330) 562-1818 <(330)%20562-1818>*. People who attend without an appointment will be seen if time permits. *Callbacks *will be *Thursday, July 20th at 7:00 pm*. 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 <(330)%20397-3667> 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 *PRODUCTION STAFF:* Director *Michael Dempsey* has a 30-year background as a professional actor, director, playwright and novelist. Recent NE Ohio productions include THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW, SWEENY TODD, THE LAST FIVE YEARS and INTO THE WOODS (Salem Community Theatre), YOU'RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN (Hathaway Brown Theatre Institute; winner of Broadway.com's regional award for Best Youth Production), OF MICE AND MEN (TrueNorth Cultural Arts), JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR (SCT and Players Guild of Canton), AN EVENING IN MICHAEL DEMPSEY'S SHORTS (Rust Belt Theatre Company), I AM MY OWN WIFE (Oakland Center for the Arts), MACBETH and CURTAINS (Youngstown Playhouse). ANNIE will feature musical direction by John Krol, choreography by Amie Wesley Gabel and will be produced by Marianne Paul*.* *Aurora Community Theatre* enjoys a long and distinguished history of providing quality live performances to the Aurora area and beyond. The theatre is located in the Aurora Memorial Library and Performing Arts Center, 115 East Pioneer Trail, Aurora, OH 44202. You can reach the theatre Box Office at (330) 562-1818, visit the theatre's website at http://auroracommunitytheatre.com or find them on Facebook. For more information, contact director Michael Dempsey at demzer(a)gmail.com.

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