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Berko reviews: CABARET @ Blank Canvas, Allen Cumming @ Connor Palace
by Roy Berko via NEohioPAL 06 Dec '16

06 Dec '16

•••••••••••••••••••••••• To read Roy Berko's reviews of CABARET @ Blank Canvas and Allen Cumming in Concert at the Connor Palace, go to: www.royberko.info •••••••••••••••••••••••••

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CLEVELAND BALLET Nutcracker Tea - Sunday, 12/18/16 1:00PM - Andrews Osborne Academy
by Lindgren Carson via NEohioPAL 06 Dec '16

06 Dec '16

Cleveland Ballet Joins School of Cleveland Ballet for Nutcracker Tea This Annual Tradition Takes on New Life and a New Location CLEVELAND, OH December 6-Cleveland Ballet's sister organization the School of Cleveland Ballet holds its 16th Annual Nutcracker Tea on December 18, 2016. This year the popular afternoon of dance, tea and Sugar Plum Fairies will take place at Andrews Osborne Academy (AOA). Members of Cleveland Ballet's resident company will also be on hand to perform select portions of this holiday classic. The Nutcracker Tea provides families the chance to experience an abridged version of the classic story ballet and meet the dancers after the performance. School of Cleveland Ballet students present key scenes choreographed by Artistic Director Gladisa Guadalupe set to Tchaikovsky's famous score. This afternoon of dance and fun is ideal for families with young children and aspiring ballet dancers and ballerinas. "We have been performing the Nutcracker Tea for 16 years," says Guadalupe, "and each year we have a chance to introduce more children and their families to this wonderful and magical story." Continuing its tradition of celebrating classical ballet as a dance form for all people, among the evening's dancers are Bedford Middle School students and who auditioned for the program after attending Cleveland Ballet's educational dance outreach program. Cleveland Ballet's STEP program (science, technology, evaluation, performance), introduces students to scientific ideas and topics to performative arts, especially dance. The program provides a scalable model for teaching this integration. This event is made possible thanks to a grant from Cuyahoga Arts and Culture, which supports the Nutcracker Tea and the School's educational outreach program. To purchase tickets $45 adult and $25 children from 2 to 16 years old and learn more about how to support School of Cleveland Ballet please visit clevelandballet.org or call: 216-320-9000. --more-- ABOUT SCHOOL OF CLEVELAND BALLET As the official training academy of Cleveland Ballet, School of Cleveland Ballet has been recognized as Northeast Ohio's finest school for ballet education and training. Under the watchful eye of Artistic Director Gladisa Guadalupe and its faculty, the School offers classical ballet training and a diverse dance related curriculum to students of all ages, levels and degrees of interest taught by resident faculty and guest teachers as well. The school's three divisions-Community Division, Pre-Professional Division, and Cleveland Ballet Youth Company-serve students of all ages with different abilities, talents and desires. What: Nutcracker Tea at Andrews Osborne Academy Who: School of Cleveland Ballet and Cleveland Ballet resident company Location: Andrews Osborne Academy in Willoughby, OH When: 12:30 PM - Doors Open; 1:00 PM - Performance Starts; 2:00-4:00 PM Tea and Snacks Admission: $45/adult and $25/children ages 2-16 For Tickets: www.clevelandballet.org <http://www.clevelandballet.org> , or by phone 216-320-9000 (TICKET SALES END 12/13/16 - NO TICKETS WILL BE SOLD AT THE DOOR) For more information on School of Cleveland Ballet, visit clevelandballet.org, or call 216-320-9000 Stay connected on Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/ClevelandBallet> , Twitter <https://twitter.com/BalletCleveland> and Instagram <https://www.instagram.com/clevelandballetcompany/> .

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IMMEDIATE Band Director Needed (Stipend Position) *UPDATED*
by Gabriella Mack via NEohioPAL 06 Dec '16

06 Dec '16

We are in need of an IMMEDIATEBand Director for our Soundsation Show Choir. Especially seeking proficient pianists. Job Description The Band Director will conduct a student ensemble that accompanies Brush Soundsation Show Choir (In Lyndhurst, Ohio) at all performances and competitions. Rehearsals are on Monday and Wednesday nights from 6:00-9:00pmstarting on January 4. With a meeting on December 19th. The ideal candidiate will be a skilled musician and can play the piano. Please note that piano playing skills are preferred, but not required. There is a small stipend to be paid at the end of the school year. We are looking for someone that has a passion for the youth and an interest in growing with the program. If you believe that you would be a good fit, please email Soundsation Assistant Director, Gabriella Mack, at SSCDance2016(a)gmail.com with all resumes and CVs. We are looking to start interviews next week with the intent to hire.

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AUDITIONS- Endgame at Tri-C West Dec. 6 & 7
by Astrid Jobe via NEohioPAL 06 Dec '16

06 Dec '16

Auditions! Tri-C Theatre Department announces auditions for the Western Campus Theatre production of Endgame by Samuel Beckett and directed by Greg Vovos. To be performed at Tri-C West February 22nd – 26th, 2017 Auditions will be held over two days: Tue. December 6th at 6pm @ Tri-C WEST Theatre Wed. December 7th at 6pm @ Tri-C WEST Theatre Audition requirements: Please bring headshot and resume (if available), be prepared to improvise, and be dressed to move. No monologue or appointment is necessary. Auditions begin promptly at 6pm at Tri C's Western Campus Theatre, located at 11000 West Pleasant Valley Rd. Parma, Ohio 44130. Cuyahoga Community College is dedicated to diversity in casting.

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AUDITIONS- Tri-C Theatre's Production of "The Tempest"
by Astrid Jobe via NEohioPAL 06 Dec '16

06 Dec '16

*AUDITION for Tri-C Metro Campus Spring Production of* *The Tempest * *Written by William Shakespeare* *Directed by Miriam Bennett* *Auditions will be held at the Metro Main Stage Theater Room MTA 100* *Auditions will be held:* *MTA 100 (Metro Main Stage)* *Thursday, 12/15 3pm-6pm,* *Sunday, 12/18 10am-2pm* *Please contact Miriam Bennett directly if you would like to submit a video audition.* *All interested parties are encouraged to audition! Novice and experienced actors alike are welcome to join in this most magical of plays, The Tempest. Actors, please arrive dressed to move. Actors may perform a prepared monologue or read from a selection of the script. Sides will be available at the audition. Please bring a current headshot and resume if available. There are lots of roles available for all skill levels! Those interested in photography, videography, costume, graphic design, production design, sound, prop and mask-making should contact Miriam.Bennett(a)tri-c.edu <Miriam.Bennett(a)tri-c.edu> for information about getting involved behind-the-scenes.* *Spring 2017 Performance Dates:* *April 12th at 10:30am and 7:30pm; April, 13th, 14th, and 15th at 7:30pm* * The Tempest - Character Descriptions* *These characters have been cast:* *Prospero** - (30s) The play’s protagonist, and father of Miranda. Twelve years before the events of the play, Prospero was the duke of Milan. His brother, Antonio, in concert with Alonso, king of Naples, usurped him, forcing him to flee in a boat with his infant daughter. The honest counselor, Gonzalo aided Prospero in his escape. Prospero has spent his twelve years on the island refining the magic that gives him the power he needs to punish and forgive his enemies.* *Miranda** (age 14)- The daughter of Prospero, Miranda was brought to the island at an early age and has never seen any humans other than her father and Caliban, though she dimly remembers being cared for by female servants as an infant. Because she has been sealed off from the world for so long, Miranda’s perceptions of other people tend to be naïve and non-judgmental. They are also influenced by her understanding of her own power and knowledge of the spirit world. She is compassionate, loyal to her father, and fearless.* *These characters remain to be cast:* *Please note, all actors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by parent or guardian.* *Ariel* - (male or female, any age) Prospero’s spirit helper. Ariel is powerful but also delicate like air. He is a shape-shifter and can assume many forms as well as become invisible. Rescued by Prospero from a long imprisonment at the hands of the sorceress, Sycorax, Ariel is Prospero’s servant until Prospero decides to release him. He is mischievous. Bound by a debt to serve Prospero but vocal about his desire for freedom. He carries out virtually every task that Prospero needs accomplished in the play by communicating with the Orishas and Spirits. Dance or acrobatic skills preferred but not required. *Ariel as child forms* – (age 7-9 should seem younger) In this form, Ariel teases and tricks Stephano, Trinculo, and Caliban. Dance or acrobatic skills preferred but not required. Seeking to cast three children for the child forms. *Caliban* - (male, age range 14 - 17) Another of Prospero’s servants. Caliban, the son of the now-deceased witch Sycorax, acquainted Prospero with the island when Prospero arrived. Caliban believes that the island rightfully belongs to him and has been stolen by Prospero. His speech and behavior is sometimes coarse and and sometimes eloquent and sensitive, as in his rebukes of Prospero in Act I, scene ii, and in his description of the eerie beauty of the island in Act III, scene ii. Caliban was once loved by Prospero but has fallen out of favor and is now treated cruelly. He is wears a complex mask to hide his true self from Prospero and the other humans. Only Miranda, Ferdinand and the Spirits can see the person behind the mask. *Ferdinand* - (male, age 14 -17) Son and heir of Alonso. Ferdinand seems in some ways to be as pure and naïve as Miranda. He falls in love with her upon first sight and seeks to win her father’s approval. Believing that his father is dead, he feels the weight of inheriting the kingdom so young. He is as smitten and enchanted by the Island as he is by Miranda. *Alonso* - (male, adult any age) King of Naples and father of Ferdinand. Alonso aided Antonio in unseating Prospero as Duke of Milan twelve years before. As he appears in the play, however, he is acutely aware of the consequences of all his actions. He has recently attended the wedding of his daughter to the Prince of Tunis (Tunisia) and is shipwrecked on the island after being blown off course on the way bay to his Italy. *Antonio* - (male, adult any age) Prospero’s brother. Antonio quickly demonstrates that he is power-hungry and foolish. In Act II, scene i, he persuades Sebastian to kill the sleeping Alonso. He then goes along with Sebastian’s absurd story about fending off lions when Gonzalo wakes up and catches Antonio and Sebastian with their swords drawn. *Sebastian* - (male, adult age range 20's - 50's) Brother to the King of Naples. Like Antonio, he is both aggressive and cowardly. He is easily persuaded to kill his brother in Act II, scene i, and he initiates the ridiculous story about lions when Gonzalo catches him with his sword drawn. *Gonzalo* - (male, adult, playing an older gentleman) An old, honest counselor, Gonzalo helped Prospero and Miranda to escape after Antonio usurped Prospero’s title. Gonzalo’s speeches provide an important commentary on the events of the play, as he remarks on the beauty of the island and the mysteries of the human condition. *Trinculo & Stephano* - (male or female any age - teen to adult) Trinculo, a jester, and Stephano, a drunken butler, are two minor members of the shipwrecked party. They provide a comic foil to the other, more powerful pairs of Prospero and Alonso and Antonio and Sebastian. Their drunken boasting and petty greed reflect and deflate the quarrels and power struggles of Prospero and the other noblemen. *Boatswain* - (male or female teens to 20s) Appearing only in the first and last scenes, the Boatswain is vigorously good-natured. He seems competent and almost cheerful in the shipwreck scene, demanding practical help rather than weeping and praying. And he seems surprised but not stunned when he awakens from a long sleep at the end of the play. *Mariners -* (male of female, teens to 20s - 3 or 4) appear in the beginning of the play desperately trying to navigate the ship carrying the King through the storm. *Child with Book* - (female age 6-10) reads from a book about the mysteries of migration at the opening of the curtain at the beginning of the play. *Dancers*: *Yemaya* (orisha) - dances with Oshun to create the Tempest in the beginning of the play; appears as Juno in the mask at the betrothal of Miranda and Ferdinand *Oshun* (orisha) - dances with Yemaya creating a Tempest in The beginning of the play. Appears as Ceres in the mask at the betrothal of Miranda and Ferdinand *Oya* (orisha) - dances with Yemaya and Oshun to create the tempest in the beginning of the play. Appears with Iris at the betrothal of Miranda and Ferdindand *Iris* - messenger of the gods, a rainbow *Ariel forms* - 1 principle and 3-5 additional iterations of the spirit in physical form. *Hounds* - these spirits manifest as scary hounds who Prospero sets loose on human enemies. *Nymphs and Reapers *- dance at the summons of Iris composed of Island spirits playing dress-up *Sycorax* - a banished sorceress; mother of Caliban. Appears in a shadow play during Caliban's and Prospero's retellings of Caliban and Ariel's history on the Island *Island spirits - (ensemble) *elegant and mysterious inhabitants of the island who are mostly unseen by the human visitors but known to Prospero, Miranda, Caliban and Ariel and occasionally visible to other humans.

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RENT School Edition Auditions this week!
by Nina Fisher via NEohioPAL 06 Dec '16

06 Dec '16

WHAT: Auditions for "Rent School Edition" at The MAD* Factory (*music, arts, drama) WHO: Students in grades 9 through 12 WHEN: Thursday December 8th from 6:00-9:30pm -OR- Sunday December 11th from 1:00-5:00pm (Choose 1 day). Callbacks Monday December 12th from 6-9:30pm. WHERE: First Church in Oberlin. 106 N. Main St (corner of Main and Lorain Streets). DETAILS: Please prepare TWO 16-BAR SELECTIONS in the style of the show (if possible). Bring sheet music, an accompanist will be provided. Plan to stay the whole time, we will sing individually and as a group. Bring all scheduling conflicts for the next 3 months. Rehearsals start in January in Oberlin, Performances will be February 24th through March 5th in Columbia Station. Call 440-774-7062 with any questions! Nina Fisher Program Director, MAD* Factory

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Audition Notice - Singing in the Rain - 82nd Street Theatre
by Tim Shamburger via NEohioPAL 06 Dec '16

06 Dec '16

Upcoming Auditions at 82nd Street Theatre For *Singing in Rain, Jr.* SHOW DATES March 16-18, 2017 Auditioning students in Grade 6-College Sunday, January 8, 4:30-6:30 PM OR Monday, January 9, 6:30 PM to 9 PM Director Debbie Taylor Our auditions are held with all actors together. It is a relaxed atmosphere and we ask that students stay for the whole time. Please be prepared to sing up to 32 bars of a show tune or Disney song acapella and you will do some reading from the script. There may also be a simple dance audition. Auditions at Abundant Life Community Church 10143 Royalton Road, Suite N and O North Royalton, OH 44133 440-877-1202 Alcc.cc Fill Out an Online Form at http://alcc.cc/82nd_Street_Theatre/Audition_Page/ Also find a Printed Audition Form to download there. Direct inquiries to 82(a)alcc.cc

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IMMEDIATE Band Director Needed (Stipend Position)
by Gabriella Mack via NEohioPAL 06 Dec '16

06 Dec '16

We are in need of an *IMMEDIATE* Band Director for our Soundsation Show Choir. Especially seeking proficient pianists. *Job Description* The Band Director will conduct a student ensemble that accompanies our high school show choir at all performances and competitions. Rehearsals are on Monday and Wednesday nights from 6:00-9:00pm starting on January 4. With a meeting on December 19th. The ideal candidiate will be a skilled musician and can play the piano. Please note that piano playing skills are preferred, *but not required*. There is a small stipend to be paid at the *end of the school year*. We are looking for someone that has a passion for the youth and an interest in growing with the program. If you believe that you would be a good fit, please email Soundsation Assistant Director, Gabriella Mack, at *SSCDance2016(a)gmail.com <SSCDance2016(a)gmail.com>* with all resumes and CVs. We are looking to start interviews next week with the intent to hire.

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2-Day Winter Dance Intensive and The Movement Project Company Audition
by Irene Honora via NEohioPAL 06 Dec '16

06 Dec '16

*December 15th and 16th: 2-Day Winter Intensive at Playhouse Square* 6 CLASSES + 1 AUDITION + 6 TEACHING ARTISTS = 2-DAY WINTER INTENSIVE! Join TMP December 15th & 16th, 2016 for our 2-Day Winter Intensive at Playhouse Square! As professional dancers, it's important to continue training and engaging with our dance community. TMP is working hard to bring high quality and affordable training opportunities to you and looks forward to offering this 2-Day intensive to the Cleveland dance community. Classes will include Modern, Pilates, improvisation, and more! You will also receive one ticket to The Movement Projects show at Pilgrim Church in February, and the intensive will wrap-up with a FREE and OPEN audition for paid positions with TMP. Can't make both days? No worries! TMP is also offering a one-day option. This event is made possible by the LAUNCH Residency at the Idea Center. To purchase your spot, click here: https://squareup.com/market/the-movement-project For more details on classes and scheduling, click here: http://www.themovementproject.org/2day-winter-intensive/ *December 16th: TMP Company Audition* This audition will follow the intensive, but is FREE and OPEN to the public. If you are interested in the audition, but are not attending the intensive, please email your name and phone number to rebecca(a)themovementproject.org. Bring resume, bio and headshot. We are seeking experienced dancers versatile in modern/contemporary techniques for paid positions as company members and performance apprentices. More details can be found here: http://www.themovementproject.org/audition/ If you have any questions contact me at irene(a)themovementproject.org or Rebecca Leuszler at rebecca(a)themovementproject.org. Thank you! -- *Irene Honora* Professional Dancer The Movement Project http://www.themovementproject.org/

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Discounted ASL Interpreted Performance of “Clybourne Park” at CPH Dec. 15
by Erica Beimesche via NEohioPAL 06 Dec '16

06 Dec '16

American Sign Language Interpreted Performance of Clybourne Park CWRU/CPH MFA Acting Program Thursday, December 15, 2016, at 7:30 p.m. Written by Bruce Norris Directed by Donald Carrier Neighborhoods change, but do people? This ferociously smart and pulverizingly funny satire—inspired by the groundbreaking play A Raisin in the Sun—reveals how people in one house battle to protect or advance their way of life through 50 years of changes about how we discuss race, class, and ability. The Case Western Reserve University/Cleveland Play House MFA actors will take on multiple characters, including Megan Medley who will portray Betsy, a Deaf housewife in 1959, before assuming the role of Lindsey, a hearing woman in 2009. Special pricing of just $10 for this performance is available for members of our Deaf community. Thursday, December 15, 2016, at 7:30 p.m. Order now at clevelandplayhouse.com<http://www.clevelandplayhouse.com/shows/2016/clybourne-park> // 216.241.6000 Additional fees apply for phone and online orders Students with a valid ID are half off the adult price! Adult tickets are $15 on Wednesdays and Thursdays and $20 on Fridays and Saturdays. Groups of 10 or more for this performance are just $7.50. Contact Justin Nemecek at jnemecek(a)clevelandplayhouse.com<mailto:jnemecek@clevelandplayhouse.com> // 216.400.7027 Get Tickets Here<http://www.clevelandplayhouse.com/shows/2016/clybourne-park>

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