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Last Weekend For Workshop Players' "Dearly Beloved"
by Workshop Players via NEohioPAL 20 Sep '16

20 Sep '16

DEARLY BELOVED By Jamie Wooten, Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope Directed by Dave MacKeigan September 23, 24, 25 Dave MacKeigan returns to the director’s chair to bring one of his favorite families, including the three wacky Futrelle sisters, to life in what is sure to be an audience pleaser. Frankie has worked overtime to pull off Tina Jo’s wedding with elegance and style. But on the day of the nuptials, Frankie’s hopes dim when she finds Twink’s cost-cutting plans for a potluck supper sponsored by Clovis Sanford’s House of Meat. Long lost sisters return, the mother of the groom throws a curve and the couple themselves go missing. This madcap comedy's cast also includes: David Boyce, Deb Burrow, Judy MacKeigan, Jonathan McCleery, Jacob Miller, Pat Price, Kristina Rivera, Michael Strama, and Dawn Watson Box Office: 440-988-5613 All seats are general admission. Tickets are $15 each. Season tickets are available now. $60 gets you tickets for all 5 shows. You can use one for each show or mix and match them in whichever way works best for you. -- Workshop Players 44820 Middle Ridge Road, Amherst, OH 44001 Box Office: 440-988-5613 (Box Office hours: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.) contact(a)workshopplayers.com www.workshopplayers.com "If all the world's a stage, I want better lighting!"

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QUEEN OF KATWE Free Advance Screening Passes
by Andi Barnett via NEohioPAL 20 Sep '16

20 Sep '16

Here's your chance to attend a special advance screening of the new Disney movie, QUEEN OF KATWE, tomorrow, September 21 at 7:30pm at Atlas Eastgate. To download your admit-two pass, go to: http://www.seeitfirst.net/pin/990170 *Available while supplies last. Seating is first-come, first-served and not guaranteed, please arrive early. QUEEN OF KATWE is based on the vibrant true story of a young girl from the streets of rural Uganda whose world rapidly changes when she is introduced to the game of chess, and, as a result of the support she receives from her family and community, is instilled with the confidence and determination she needs to pursue her dream of becoming an international chess champion. #QueenofKatwe [Allied Integrated Marketing]<http://www.alliedim.com> Andi Barnett Allied Integrated Marketing 3601 Green Road, Suite 316 Cleveland, OH 44122 D: 216-325-6525<tel:+1-216-325-6525> Email<mailto:ABarnett@alliedim.com> | Website<http://www.alliedim.com> | Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/alliedim?_rdr=p> | LinkedIn<https://www.linkedin.com/company/allied-integrated-marketing>

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SPACES STILL LEFT FOR FEATURE FILM
by Dezmond Peterson via NEohioPAL 20 Sep '16

20 Sep '16

What About Them Productions Still some spaces left needed to be filled for our new film “*End of the Road*.” We’re casting extras [All Ethnicities] for two fitness class scenes. We are looking for actors or non-actors to participate in the fitness class that will go through a real workout. To be considered you must be available for filming on Sunday October 2nd *First class to start filming promptly at 9am (Must report at 8am for scene prep)* *Second class to start filming promptly at 10:30am (Must report at 9am for scene prep) * You may submit for either class or both. We’re also casting extras [All Ethnicities] for our comedy show scene. Actors and non-actors are encouraged to submit for this fun scene. Grab your companion or friend, put on your best outfit, and enjoy Cleveland’s next up and coming comedian. To be considered you must be available for filming on Sunday October 2nd *Comedy show to start filming promptly at noon (Extras report at 11am for scene prep)* Production Location: Cleveland, Ohio Production Type: Independent Union/Non-Union: Non-Union No pay but will receive meal, credit, and the fun experience of being in a feature film. If interested email whataboutthemproduction(a)gmail.com with headshot or current photo. Put the scene you’re submitting for in the subject line. More details to follow once you have been selected. So many lives connected to your destiny, if you give up What About Them!

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Drill Sgt. needed for Zombie Paintball PAID
by Stunt Cat via NEohioPAL 20 Sep '16

20 Sep '16

ZOMBIE PAINTBALL - Audition Notice 09/15/16 The nationally renowned "Light up the Living Dead" Zombie Paintball at Mapleside Farms is holding auditions for the roll of "ZRF (Zombie Resistance Force) Sergeant". Please watch video at www.lightupthelivingdead.com http://www.lightupthelivingdead.com for an example of a ZRF Sergeant. Auditions will be held at Mapleside Farms in The Cellar on 9/21/16 AT 7pm. You need to arrive by 7pm to sign in. What we’re looking for: 1) Guest interaction while maintaining a strong and intimidating but enthusiastic drill sergeant. Improvisational skills will come in handy here. 2) Team Player with the ability to think fast on your feet, problem solving skills helpful 3) Perseverance and willpower during long hours of production – Buck up in the rain. 4) Commitment to Friday, Saturday nights from September 30th to October 29th from 4pm-12am Compensation: $11 per hour If you are interested please email Joshua Schmidt at jschmidt at mapleside.com <http://lists.neohiopal.org/listinfo.cgi/neohiopal-neohiopal.org> or call directly at 440-783-2346. Serious interest only please. 294 Pearl Rd Brunswick Oh, 44212 http://www.mapleside.com This is a fun and exciting opportunity to be part of creating a nationally recognized attraction with an attendance of over 35,000.

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New Assistive Listening Product Announced
by Carlton Guc via NEohioPAL 20 Sep '16

20 Sep '16

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Concert Across America in Cleveland
by Angela Mitchell via NEohioPAL 20 Sep '16

20 Sep '16

Media Contacts: Angela Mitchell, angela.rose.mitchell(a)gmail.com Jennifer Thorne, jthorne(a)ohioceasefire.org * THE OHIO COALITION AGAINST GUN VIOLENCE ANNOUNCES PARTICIPATION IN “CONCERT* *ACROSS AMERICA TO END GUN VIOLENCE”* * CLEVELAND, OH* – The Ohio Coalition Against Gun Violence (OCAGV) has announced its participation in the nationwide Concert Across America to End Gun Violence. The performance will take place on *Sunday,* *September 25, 2016 at 1:30 p.m. *at *U.S. Bank Plaza in Playhouse Square *in downtown Cleveland. Performers include musicians from The Cleveland Orchestra, Cleveland Orchestra Chorus, Cleveland Institute of Music, Classical Revolution Cleveland, In2ative, and Quire Cleveland. The program will feature a mix of classical and popular selections. It will be hosted by Jeff Kurkjian, host of “The Jeff Show” on Q104, and Angela Mitchell, host/announcer for WCLV Classical 104.9. Both hosts will also be performing on the program. Ms. Mitchell is a board member of the Ohio Coalition Against Gun Violence and is organizing the event. The concert is *free*, though donations to OCAGV will be accepted. Preceding the downtown Cleveland concert will be an event on *Thursday, September 22 *at *La Fiesta Restaurant*’s Viva Stage in Richmond Heights. *Evil Ways**, a Tribute to Santana*, will perform while attendees enjoy the Mexican cuisine and beverages in a club setting. *Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the music begins at 7:30 p.m. *The cover charge for this event is *$10.* OCAGV board member Steve Ritchey is organizing that evening’s activities. These are two of the more than 250 concerts to be held across the U.S., each connected via social media (#ConcertAcrossAmerica #EndGunViolence) and online at www.ConcertAcrossAmerica.org. “Gun violence is a serious issue that affects communities right here in Cuyahoga County,” said Cuyahoga County Executive Armond Budish. “No matter the zip code, parents should not feel afraid to let their kids outside to play. Concert Across America is a great way to find purpose in working to make our communities safer.” "Community events like the Concert Across America are so critical to raising awareness about gun violence and the common sense solutions to this epidemic. When we work together, we can save lives and foster culture change," said Jennifer Thorne, Executive Director of the Ohio Coalition Against Gun Violence. “Dozens of musical artists from multiple genres will come together in these two Cleveland performances intended to call attention to the epidemic of gun violence in America,” said organizer Angela Mitchell. “We dedicate our performance to the memory of the tens of thousands of victims of gun violence every year.” For more information about the Concert Across America to End Gun Violence, visit www.remembersept25.org. For more on the Ohio Coalition Against Gun Violence, visit www.ohioceasefire.org. Find La Fiesta information and directions at lafiestacleveland.com. U.S. Bank Plaza is located in the area bordered by Euclid Ave., E. 14th Street and Huron Road in Playhouse Square. La Fiesta Restaurant is at 5115 Wilson Mills Road, Richmond Heights. In the event of severe weather, the September 25th concert will be held at the Old Stone Church, located at 91 Public Square in downtown Cleveland. Keep up with the latest details on the Cleveland concert at the official Facebook event page, https://www.facebook.com/events/631444637029677/. MUSICIAN WEBSITES www.factoryseconds.org www.in2ativeduo.com www.quirecleveland.org classicalrevolutioncleveland.wordpress.com www.clevelandorchestra.com www.cim.edu www.brettmitchellconductor.com www.angelamitchellsoprano.com q104.cbslocal.com/personality/jeff-kurkjian evilwaysband.com <http://www.evilwaysband.com/> ### *About the Concert Across America * *The Concert Across America will take place on September 25, the date designated by Congress in 2007 as a day of remembrance for murder victims. This nationwide event will bring together a network of organizations, activists and artists with the dual goals of keeping guns out of dangerous hands and making the issue of illegal guns top of mind for members of Congress, the presidential candidates, and the American people as they go to the polls in November 2016. Boston was the first city to announce, spearheaded by **Stop Handgun Violence* <http://www.stophandgunviolence.org/>*. For more information visit* *www.concertacrossamerica.org <http://www.concertacrossamerica.org>. * * About the Ohio Coalition Against Gun Violence * *Ohio Coalition Against Gun Violence is a statewide nonprofit organization dedicated to preventing gun violence through education, advocacy, and public awareness. Our culture change programs flip the script on the gun lobby’s culture of fear as we work towards common sense gun regulations. Learn more at **www.ohioceasefire.org* <http://www.ohioceasefire.org/>*. * -- Angela Mitchell www.angelamitchellsoprano.com

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Press Release: Inside the studio with Ballet Up-Close
by Jen Garlando via NEohioPAL 20 Sep '16

20 Sep '16

VERB BALLETS PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Inside the studio with Ballet Up-Close October 14, 2016 at Verb Ballets' Studio in Shaker Heights CLEVELAND (September 19, 2016) Join Verb Ballets in studio for an intimate performance to kick off the season on Friday, October 14, 2016 at 7:30pm. The Ballet Up-Close series was launched to give patrons the opportunity to break the boundaries of the stage and see performance just mere feet in front of them. The intimate experience brings perspective into the artistry and work that goes into the producing dance on the stage. The evening will feature the dancers of Verb Ballets showcasing a sneak peek of company works in progress. The program will also include dancers of the Fairmount Center for the Arts and the Adverb Project, a group comprised of adult student learners. Stay afterwards for a dessert reception with the dancers. Verb Ballets will host the studio series this season on October 14, 2016, January 27, 2017 and May 19, 2017. Ballet Up-Close on Friday, October 14, 2015 at 7:30pm at Verb Ballets studio located at 3445 Warrensville Center Rd. Shaker Heights, OH 44122. Door open at 7:00pm and the evening will end at 9:00pm. Ticket are $15 for adults and $10 for children. Tickets available online at verbballets.org or calling 216-397-3757. For more information visit www.verbballets.org<http://www.verbballets.org/>. Verb Ballets<http://www.verbballets.org/> www.verbballets.org Verb Ballets, a contemporary ballet company, presents dynamic programming through bold artistry, unique styles and technical excellence that captivates a broad audience. About Verb Ballets Verb Ballets, a contemporary ballet company, presents dynamic programming through bold artistry, unique styles and technical excellence that captivates a broad audience. Under the direction of Dr. Margaret Carlson, Producing Artistic Director and Richard Dickinson, MFA, Associate Director, the company will present a season that ignites passion in the energy, beauty and athleticism of dance. Critics have hailed Verb Ballets as, "Dashes preconceptions ...with keen dramatic power." -The Plain Dealer, "(Verb) is dance magnifique." - The Examiner, "confident and polished, Verb's dancers shone" - Dance International Magazine. Verb Ballets cultivates dance appreciation and nurtures wellness through movement in community dance classes, school residencies, senior outreach, library programs, master classes and college course partnerships. Verb Ballets has also been named one of Five Great Tiny Troupes in America by Dance Magazine and was one of the 25 dance companies in America to watch. Additional information can be found at www.verbballets.org. Verb Ballets 3445 Warrensville Center Rd. Shaker Heights, OH 44122 * 216-397-3757 * www.verbballets.org Facebook/@verbballets * Twitter/@verbballets * Instagram/@verbballets * YouTube/@verbballets ###

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Great Lakes Theater Announces Auditions For "Classics On Tour" Production: THE JABBERWOCKY
by via NEohioPAL 20 Sep '16

20 Sep '16

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2016 Great Lakes Theater ANNOUNCES AUDITIONS FOR CLASSICS ON TOUR PRODUCTION THE JABBERWOCKY Great Lakes Theater (GLT) announces open auditions for non-equity actors for the Classics On Tour production THE JABBERWOCKY, a play for young audiences, written by Dakotah Brown, Noah Moody and Chad Shohet, and based on the classic poem by Lewis Carroll. THE JABBERWOCKY will tour to 50 community venues in northern Ohio between February 21 and March 24, 2016, Tuesdays through Sundays, often two performances daily. The play will be directed by GLT Director of Educational Programming Lisa Ortenzi. Synopsis: Two students - Dodgson and Steve - band together after being bullied by classmates. To avoid their tormentors, the students follow a secret map and escape to the Tulgey Wood - where they meet a king who begs them to save his people from the fearsome Jabberwocky! Meet colorful characters like Cheshire Cat, JubJub Bird, Bandersnatch, and a family of Momeraths as this unlikely but dynamic duo journeys to save a kingdom. Along the way, they find the courage to defeat the Jabberwocky...and apply the lessons learned to face their fears back home. Eligibility: Those auditioning should bring a headshot and resume and prepare two contrasting monologues. Total audition time should not exceed three minutes. Familiarity with Lewis Carrolls original poem The Jabberwocky is helpful but not required. Applicants must have a driver license and a reliable automobile. A background check will also be required. Audition slots are available on Monday, September 26, 2016 from 6:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. Audition sessions will take place in a Playhouse Square Rehearsal Hall, 1650 Chester Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44114. Callbacks will be held Tuesday, September 27. Available Roles: Needed are four ensemble performers (age range: 20s 30s) to portray a dozen characters and to operate puppets. Evening/daytime rehearsals begin Monday, January 30, 2017, but preliminary costume fittings will be scheduled in November 2016. All positions are paid. Auditions are by appointment only. To schedule an appointment, visit http://www.greatlakestheater.org/work-with-us/auditions Great Lakes Theater is an equal opportunity employer. FOR MORE INFORMATION: David Hansen Education Outreach Associate (216) 453-4444 dhansen(a)greatlakestheater.org www.greatlakestheater.org

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Syncopated Sin Swing Band plays at The Slovenian Workmen's Home this Saturday, Sept 24th!
by Valerie Salstrom via NEohioPAL 20 Sep '16

20 Sep '16

Come to dance! Come to listen! Come to socialize! This event is a party with swing music and dancing! The beginner friendly jitterbug dance lesson is from 8-9. We teach the basics and then a few fun moves. These lessons are appropriate for brand spankin' new dancers all the way up to advanced dancers. You will not be disappointed! Immediately after the lesson (at 9 PM) The Syncopated Sin Swing Band will kick off an awesome night of live music selection until 12am. Everyone is welcome to come and have fun with us at the swing dance. There is no need to have previous dance experience or a dance partner. We rotate partners during the lesson so you will have the chance to meet and dance with lots and lots of people before the live music even begins! If you are attending the dance with a partner and do not want to rotate, that is fine too. The cost is $12 per person and $10 for students and seniors with a valid ID. $5 for first timers. No need to make reservations or buy tickets in advance. The Waterloo Ballroom at the Slovenian Workmen's Home is located in the very artsy and lively Collinwood neighborhood. The address is 15335 Waterloo Rd, Cleveland, Ohio 44110. The Slovenian not only has a beautiful ballroom; they also have a well stocked bar. They have alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks of all kinds for sale--including a very special Slovenian beer- Lasko! There will also be some sweet and savory snacks for sale as well. The sign for the Slovenian has been taken down so please look for the sign for Packy Malleys. Our entrance is just to the left of them. There are TWO parking lots to the right of the ballroom and there is also some street parking as well. We also have a security guard who keeps an eye on the hall and both parking lots. For more info please email Valerie at info(a)gethepswing.com. Please seewww.GetHepSwing.com for the most up to date information on dances, bands playing at the dances, classes, private lessons, school programs, and special topic workshops.

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Community critic review of "The Last Lifeboat" at Geauga Theatre
by Bob Abelman via NEohioPAL 20 Sep '16

20 Sep '16

Geauga Theater’s ‘The Last Lifeboat’ rewrites history while it entertains Tommy Carosielli Cleveland Jewish News, The News Herald, The Morning Journal, Chagrin Valley Times, Solon Times, Geauga Times Courier It’s been suggested that history is written by the victors. Not according to playwright Luke Yankee’s “The Last Lifeboat,” which casts light on the sinking of the RMS Titanic on April 14 and 15, 1912 that is not commonly shone. According to Yankee or, rather, Francis Wilson’s 2011 book “The Sinking of J. Bruce Ismay” on which his play is based, the history of the high-profile accident that took 1,503 lives was written by the American press. Newspaper owners and editors wanted to sell papers and identifying a viable scapegoat would do just that. Ismay was an upper-crust Englishman who went to the best schools, married the right society girl though he was in love with someone else, and inherited the prominent British White Star Line shipping company that owned the Titanic. He was the perfect target. Newspaper reports suggested that at 1.45am, an hour and a half after the Titanic hit the iceberg, the coward Ismay – dressed as a woman – sneaked aboard the very last lifeboat to leave on the starboard side. As half-filled lifeboats floated away, their passengers listened to the screams and groans of the dying but Ismay refused to turn and look at the sinking ship. In 2014, the truth according to Yankee received its world premiered at the University of California-Irvine, where audiences experienced the innermost thoughts of a sympathetic Ismay at various stages of his life and learned that he saved as many people as he could before stepping into that lifeboat with no more women and children in sight. “The Last Lifeboat” is currently on stage the Geauga Theater and, as directed by Michael J. Rogan, is captivating. For more of this review, go to www.clevelandjewishnews.com/theater/.

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