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Help Bring ABOUT MICHAEL to the London Stage
by Peter Fields via NEohioPAL 08 Oct '16

08 Oct '16

Indiegogo crowdfunding campaign for one-act stage play, *About Michael <https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/about-michael-london-premiere-lgbt/x/855…>* *needs your support* *About Michael, *a one act stage play by Peter Fields, is one of thirty plays named to the shortlist as a semi-finalist of Sky Blue Theatre Company’s 2016 British Theatre Challenge (BTC) <http://skybluetheatre.com/british-theatre-challenge-shortlist-2016/>. This year, for the first time, the organizers of the BTC are offering the playwrights who have made it to the shortlist the awesome opportunity to have their works produced and performed at a professional, London venue in April 2017. In order to make this amazing opportunity a reality, *we respectfully seek your support to help raise a total of $800 (about £600) which will go toward the cost of producing About Michael at the off-West End venue, the LOST Theatre.* To learn more about this exciting campaign, click here to go directly to the About Michael Indiegogo page. <https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/about-michael-london-premiere-lgbt/x/855…> Any and all contributions-- including telling others about the project --are greatly and sincerely appreciated. Many thanks!

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Professional Headshots
by Gregory Pendolino via NEohioPAL 08 Oct '16

08 Oct '16

Need Headshots? Here are my rates: $100 for one client on location (outdoor setting) $150 for two clients on location (You're only paying $75 each!) $200 for one client in studio $300 for two clients in studio (Only $150 each for studio!) Proofs emailed to you within 24-48 hours of our shoot. Final worked up photos delivered in email within 48 hours of you making your selections. The best part is YOU OWN THESE! That means you can print them whenever and wherever as often and as much as you need to. For more details please go here: http://www.pendolinophotography.com/rates-booking-info/ Although I have samples on my website, you'll find my most recent work on Facebook, Instagram and Flickr: www.facebook.com/PendolinoPhotography http://instagram.com/gregorypendolino# www.flickr.com/photos/gregorypendolino I'm sure if you're involved in film or theater in Northeast Ohio we already have quite a few common friends so please feel free to add me on Facebook as well. Thanks!

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Parma Symphony Orchestra Concert, Next Sunday, October 16th
by Lin Flor via NEohioPAL 07 Oct '16

07 Oct '16

The Parma Symphony Orchestra will perform a concert on Sunday, October 16, 2016 at 3:00 PM at Valley Forge High School Auditorium located at 9999 Independence Boulevard in Parma Heights. Music Director Dr. Randolph P. Laycock presents: Bizet’s Carmen Suite No. 2 and the powerful Carmina Burana by Carl Orff featuring the combined choirs of Parma, Normandy, Valley Forge, Padua Franciscan High Schools and Cuyahoga Community College Choir and soloist Kira Seaton and Brian Keith Johnson. The orchestra, in its 47th season consists of 75 members of all walks of life from all over the entire Greater Cleveland area. They meet weekly for rehearsals and present at least four concerts annually. General admission is $10 for adults and $5 for students and senior citizens. Family passes of $20 are available for families of up to 2 adults and their children. All tickets are available at the door beginning at 2:30 PM. The Parma Symphony Orchestra is a self-supporting community orchestra in cooperation with the Parma City Schools. For more information can be found on Facebook, web-site www.parmasymphony.org or calling Business Manager Joe Germana 440-882-2012. Brian Keith Johnson has performed many roles in opera from Figaro in il barbiere di Siviglia to Ford in Falstaff. As a member of Actors’ Equity Association, he has also performed a variety of musical theatre roles ranging from Jim in Big River to Father/God in Children of Eden. His concert repertoire includes most of the major baritone works such as Carmina Burana, Elijah, The Verdi Requiem, Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony, The Brahms Requiem and The Faure’ Requiem. He has performed operatic and musical theatre roles across the United States including performances with The Cleveland Orchestra, Akron Symphony Orchestra, Canton Symphony Orchestra, Cleveland Opera, Lyric Opera Cleveland, Blossom Festival Orchestra, Opera Theatre of Pittsburgh, Opera Western Reserve, Carolina Master Chorale, Charlotte Symphony Orchestra and Porthouse Theatre. Mr. Johnson received his Bachelor’s Degree from The University of Akron and has also studied abroad at The New Opera Academy of Rome in Rome, Italy and The American Institute of Musical Studies in Graz, Austria. Kira Seaton, Assistant Professor of Music at the Western Campus, teaches courses in Voice, Choral Music, Music Theory, and Musicology. After receiving her Master’s of Music in Performance in 1985 from O.U., Ms. Seaton moved to Cleveland and joined the music faculty of the Cleveland Music School Settlement and helped to found The Magnolia Ensemble, the Settlement Artist-in Residence Chamber Ensemble. She is the former Director of Music at First Congregational United Church of Christ of Berea, and currently serves as a musician for the contemporary worship services at St. Thomas Episcopal Church in Berea. An active classical and musical theatre soloist throughout the Mid-West, Ms. Seaton has performed, musical directed, or directed at a majority of the theatres in the area, and has sung with both Cleveland Opera and the Cleveland Orchestra. Since joining the CCC faculty in 1987, she has directed, musical directed, or performed over forty CCC-Western Campus Theatre productions, including the highly successful Holiday Christmas Projects, performing Children’s Operas for over 12,000 school children over the past decade. Professor Seaton has directed or participated in touring choirs performing in a number of the nation’s premiere performance halls, including The Kennedy Center in Washington D.C., Carnegie Hall in New York City, and our own Severance Hall. Ms. Seaton conducted the Tri-C Chorale on tour in Venice, Florence and Rome, Italy in 2004, and Montreal in 2009. She is the founding co-director of the CCC-West Summer Performing Arts Program, and is an adjudicator and coach for several regional music and theatre associations.

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Review of "Fun Home" at Playhouse Square
by Bob Abelman via NEohioPAL 07 Oct '16

07 Oct '16

‘Fun Home’ on tour thrives on its creative contrasts Bob Abelman Cleveland Jewish News, The News Herald, The Morning Journal Member, International Association of Theatre Critics “Dad and I both grew up in the same small Pennsylvania town. And he was gay, and I was gay, and he killed himself, and I became a lesbian cartoonist…. Caption – My dad and I were exactly alike. Caption – My dad and I were nothing alike.” These lines from the opening scene of “Fun Home,” the 2015 Tony Award-winning musical that is launching its national tour at Playhouse Square, perfectly sums up the play’s remarkably simple story and the astoundingly complex characters who populate it. It’s this creative juxtaposition of simplicity and complexity, and the heart wrenching and theatrical intriguing moments it produces on stage, that makes this musical such a welcome addition to this season’s lineup of Broadway roadshows. For more of this review, go to www.clevelandjewishnews.com/columnists/.

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Advanced Acting for Film & TV
by via NEohioPAL 07 Oct '16

07 Oct '16

Register now for Cosmo Models' next acting class: Advanced Acting for Film & TV. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned actor, this two part class will teach you the basic that you need to act in film, TV, commercials, etc. Basic skills and tools will be examined, tips and techniques based on various “method” styles, and improv practice. Part 1 – Monday October 24, 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm Part 2 – Monday November 7, 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm Instructor: Edd Schultz, actor, author, public speaker, Talent Manager for Cosmo Models Ohio. $20 for Willoughby residents $25 for non-residents Location: Willoughby Senior Center, 38032 Brown Ave, Willoughby, OH 44094 Please be prompt. Please call Willoughby Parks & Recreation to register. Call 440-953-4200.

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Miss Millie's is just the bees knees!
by Todd Dieringer via NEohioPAL 07 Oct '16

07 Oct '16

She's a thoroughly modern gal and has given you access to THE hottest spot in town - Miss Millie's Speakeasy! Weathervane Playhouse Annual Gala Saturday, Oct. 22 Our fun 1920's themed gala will be the bees knees with musical stylings of the era by local talent The Angie Haze Project<https://www.facebook.com/theangiehazeproject/> and special guest emcee Jeff St. Clair<http://wksu.org/people/jeff-st-clair#stream/0> - host of the radio program "All Things Considered" on WKSU 89.7FM and special coffee service provided by local roaster and coffee bar Nervous Dog<http://www.nervousdog.com/>. The evening includes exquisite food, delicious drinks and grand auction items. Tickets start at just $50. All proceeds benefit the operating fund of the theater and ensure that "the show always goes on!" Find more details and prices on the event page<http://tiny.cc/WVPNEO-Gala>.

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Curtain Up at the Cotton Club is back!
by Joanna Hunkins via NEohioPAL 07 Oct '16

07 Oct '16

Following two sold out performances at Playhouse Square last season, *CURTAIN UP AT THE COTTON CLUB* is back by popular demand! Presented by *The Musical Theater Project* and *Cleveland Jazz Orchestra* *Saturday, October 15, 2016 | 3:00 PM* Lakeland Community College, Dr. Wayne L. Rodehorst Performing Arts Center *Sunday, October 16, 2016 | 2:00 PM* Stocker Arts Center, Hoke Theatre Welcome to the hottest spot in Harlem. In the 1920s and 30s the Cotton Club was the citadel of the New York jazz scene, its stage filled with the greatest black musical and theatrical talent this country has ever produced: Lena Horne, Duke Ellington, Cab Calloway and so many more. “Stormy Weather” was introduced there, and “I’ve Got the World on a String.” Internationally famous, the room attracted royalty. But the club also embodied American racism, with a “whites-only” admittance policy that sent its performers to the kitchen for supper. Get your tickets early as TMTP and Cleveland Jazz Orchestra join forces to document a stunning chapter in the history of American entertainment. Co-hosted by *Bill Rudman* and *Paul Ferguson* | Featuring Cleveland Jazz Orchestra, the *Joe Hunter *Trio*, John Morton, Treva Offutt* and *Evelyn Wright* *TICKETS Lakeland:* *General:* $30 | *Seniors/TMTP Members:* $25 | *LCC Students:* $10 Tickets available through TMTP’s Box Office. Call 216-245-TMTP (8687) or visit MusicalTheaterProject.org *Stocker Arts Center:* *General:* $20 | *Children (18 and under):* $10 Tickets available through the Stocker arts Center Box Office. Call 440-366-4040 or visit StockerartsCenter.com

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Broadway comes to Chagrin Falls next weekend!
by Chagrin Valley Little Theatre via NEohioPAL 07 Oct '16

07 Oct '16

Chagrin Valley Little Theatre /NEXT WEEKEND!/ Right Down Broadway *Featuring the Chagrin Falls Studio Orchestra Conducted by Stephen A. Eva | Directed by Don Edelman * **Friday & Saturday at 8 PM / Sunday at 2 PM** *40 River Street, Chagrin Falls <http://maps.google.com/maps?q=Chagrin+Valley+Little+Theatre>* *TICKETS: *$25 *Details & Tickets: http://www.cvlt.org/87thSeason/cfso-broadway.php <http://www.cvlt.org/87thSeason/cfso-broadway.php?utm_source=NEOPAL&utm_medi…> or call 440-247-8955* Although Northeast Ohio has a remarkable number of community and non-profit theaters, constraints on space and budgets can make it a rare treat to hear the full orchestrations from big Broadway scores outside of the larger, more expensive venues. The Chagrin Falls Studio Orchestra and the Chagrin Valley Little Theater have been partnering for nearly a decade to fill that void with their joint concert events, performing songs from great musicals with some of the area's finest theatrical singers backed by a live 30-piece orchestra on stage. Their popular partnership continues this Fall as CFSO maestro Stephen A. Eva and CVLT director Don Edelman present "Right Down Broadway" at Chagrin Valley Little Theatre on Friday, October 14 and Saturday, October 15 at 8 PM, and Sunday, October 16 at 2 PM. The family-friendly show features music from shows new and old, including My Fair Lady, Wicked, Evita, Mary Poppins, Guys and Dolls, and many others, with the vocal talents of Ben Merold, Ron Davis, Gene Karlen, Greta Rothman, Colleen O'Leary, Libby Merriman, Amy Hesslein-Grant and Sharon Lloyd. Tickets to the event are $25 and are available at CVLT.org or by phone, 1-6 p.m. Monday-Saturday at 440-247-8955. "It's uncommon to hear a full-sized orchestra doing these kinds of film and Broadway arrangements in such an intimate venue," explains Eva, referring to CVLT's 262-seat main house at 40 River Street in historic Chagrin Falls Village. "Audiences will really be able to appreciate these scores in a new way, seeing and hearing the orchestra right up close. And these singers will knock your socks off!" "Right Down Broadway" is sponsored in part by The Dodero Foundation (Francesca DiBlasi), Stratos Wealth Partners (Phillip Rini), Skoda Minotti (Pat Carney), Design To Serve (Don Edelman), and Ganley Volkswagen/Subaru of Bedford (Michael Friedman). CVLT is generously funded by Cuyahoga County residents through Cuyahoga Arts and Culture and supported by the Ohio Arts Council. CVLT is a proud member of the American Association of Community Theatre and the Ohio Association of Community Theatre. CVLT.org - 440.247.8955

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White Christmas Auditions
by Rick Fortney via NEohioPAL 07 Oct '16

07 Oct '16

It's not too late to audition! French Creek is holding another audition Saturday morning, 10.8, at 11:00 a.m. Hope you can join us! Lorain County Metro Parks' French Creek Theatre is pleased to announce auditions for... Irving Berlin's White Christmas Music and Lyrics by Irving Berlin Based Upon the Paramount Pictures Film Written For the Screen by Norman Krasna, Norman Panama and Melvin Frank Book by David Ives and Paul Blake Directed by Rick Fortney Music Direction by Anthony Trifiletti Veterans Bob Wallace and Phil Davis have a successful song-and-dance act after World War II. With romance in mind, the two follow a duo of beautiful singing sisters en route to their Christmas show at a Vermont lodge, which just happens to be owned by Bob and Phil's former army commander. The dazzling score features well known standards including Blue Skies, I Love A Piano, How Deep Is the Ocean and the perennial favorite, White Christmas. PERFORMANCES December 2nd to 18th Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30pm Sundays at 3:00pm Actors age 18 and over receive a stipend. REHEARSALS Mon - Thu, 6:30pm-10:00pm beginning Oct 17th AUDITIONS by APPOINTMENT Contact director Rick Fortney at (440) 949-5200 x229 or rfortney(a)metroparks.cc<mailto:rfortney@metroparks.cc> to schedule a time. PREPARATION Actors should prepare two 32 bar songs, one up-tempo and one ballad; an accompanist will be provided. Actors should also be prepared to read sides from the script. ALL ROLES AVAILABLE* Bob Wallace - late 20's to mid 30's, a superb singer with a crooning style who moves well. Phil Davis - late 20's to mid 30's, strong jazz and tap-dancing needed - a song & dance comic performer. Betty Haynes - mid to late 20's, a female singer of quiet beauty and charm who must move well. Judy Haynes - early 20's, strong jazz and tap-dancing needed - a major song-and-dance performer. General Henry Waverly - late 50's to mid 60's, with the exception of one line, a non-singing role. Martha Watson - late 40's to mid 60's, a winning, appealing character-comedienne Susan Waverly - 9 years old, she must have an excellent belt voice and be able to move well. Ralph Sheldrake - mid to late 30's Rita - mid 20's to early 30's Rhoda - mid 20's to early 30's Ezekiel Foster - mid 40's to late 50's Mike - mid 20's to late 30's Tessie Jimmy Cigarette Girl Snoring Man Mrs. Snoring Man Train Conductor Dance Captain Seamstress Assistant Seamstress *Also seeking 8 strong dancers, non-singers to be featured throughout the performance. French Creek Theatre is located within the: French Creek Nature & Arts Center 4530 Colorado Ave Sheffield Village 44054 Richard A. Fortney LCMP Cultural Arts Manager French Creek Theatre 4530 Colorado Avenue Sheffield Village, Ohio 44054 Work: 440.949.5200, ext.229 http://www.metroparks.cc/theatre.php

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Musical Director needed for Seussical in Concert at the Akron Civic Theatre
by Val Renner via NEohioPAL 07 Oct '16

07 Oct '16

We are looking for someone to serve as music director for Suessical. We're doing it "In Concert" with just piano. It will be staged with mic stands - very minimal movement. Francine will be directing and can work the MD on vocal direction. We need someone to teach the notes and play for the rehearsals and performance. Rehearsals will be Sundays beginning Oct. 16 from 2:30 PM - 5 PM and continue every Sunday through the show. Show is December 11 at 2:30 PM. This is a paid position. Val Renner Media/Special Programming Director Akron Civic Theatre vrenner(a)akroncivic.com<mailto:vrenner@akroncivic.com> 330-535-3179 www.AkronCivic.com<http://www.AkronCivic.com>

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