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Monster in the Closet -this weekend at Theatre 8:15
by Dawna Kornick via NEohioPAL 09 Aug '16

09 Aug '16

"Monster in the Closet" BY ANGELA D. STEWART <https://www.pioneerdrama.com/AuthorDetail.asp?ac=STEWARTANG> Directed by: Carson Coombs and Logan Kornick Performance Dates: Friday, Aug. 12, 2016 @ 8:15 pm & Sunday, August 14, 2016 @ 2:15 pm Emily has a big problem. Not only is she sent to bed just as she reaches the highest level of her new video game, but there's a monster in her closet! It's not just her imagination. Her friend Stephanie saw it, too. Suffering the teasing of her brother and his friends, Emily and Stephanie recruit some of their own friends to help capture the monster. What they don't know is that Murray, the closet monster, doesn't mean any harm - he only wants to play Emily's new video game. He's too scared of kids to even think about trying to frighten them. Murray's boss, the Dream King, has heard about his goofing off on the job, and now Murray is on probation. Murray's supervisor, fellow monster Wanda, is not happy with him either. After all, every monster knows that when a child is born, a monster is assigned to watch over her - not to play with her toys and especially not to get caught in the act! What will happen when Emily has all her friends over for a sleepover to try to capture Murray? Even with Emily's friend Brain's careful analysis and planning, the girls wind up trapping the Dream King and his secretary, Toady, instead of Murray. With other wonderfully entertaining characters like Sandy the Sandman and his dream weavers, the solution to Emily's monster problem brings humor, a bit of ingenuity and a little magic to this charming and delightful family show. Tickets $ 10.00 Adults / $ 8.00 Seniors-Students Theatre 8:15 4740 Massillon Road, Green, OH, 44232 www.theatre815.com For Reservations please contact (330) 896-0339 or info(a)theatre815.com

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The Dark Room at CPT TONIGHT - Open Mic and Free Beer!
by Mindy Herman via NEohioPAL 09 Aug '16

09 Aug '16

*The Dark Room at CPT Tuesday, August 9th * *This month: Open Mic * The Dark Room is a place where writers take center stage and their work has a chance to grow. The Dark Room is an ongoing event held on the second Tuesday of each month. The Dark Room affords emerging and veteran playwrights the space and resources to develop new works. It offers a venue to workshop plays, novels, poems, or any other written work in a supportive, yet critical environment. *Tuesday, August 9th* The Church at CPT (just east of the Gordon Square Theatre) Cleveland Public Theatre 6407 Detroit Ave, Cleveland, OH 44102 *7:00pm: *Sign-up begins for writers and actors. Writers will be chosen on a first come-first serve basis. Writers can bring up to 10 pages of work to be read; actors will be cast on the spot! *7:30pm:* Open Mic Session readings begin *And don't forget - FREE Great Lakes Beer!* Suggested donation of $5 is welcomed at the door, but not required. Writers wishing to present during the open session portion of Dark Room may submit shorter works, up to ten pages, in advance of the event or bring them on the night of the event. Open session readings are first come, first serve until all slots have been allotted. All submissions should be made to Mindy Herman at herman.mindy(a)gmail.com <https://remote.cptonline.org/owa/redir.aspx?C=1f797af3010b4ab1922624e9b2fd9…> or to John Busser at jpbusser(a)gmail.com <https://remote.cptonline.org/owa/redir.aspx?C=1f797af3010b4ab1922624e9b2fd9…> . See you in the Dark Room! -Mindy -- Mindy Childress Herman www.mindychildress.com herman.mindy(a)gmail.com

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Auditions for Company at Independence Community Theatre
by Will C Crosby via NEohioPAL 09 Aug '16

09 Aug '16

AUDITIONS – Independence Community Theatre for Company Director: Will C. Crosby Music Director: Elias Manos Choreographer: Alex Craig Stage Manager: Tony Heffner Audition Dates: Monday, August 29th from 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm Tuesday, August 30th from 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm CALLBACKS: * Callbacks, if required, will be September 3rd from 1:00pm to 4:00pm Please sign up for an audition date. (You will receive audition materials when you sign up.) Non-Equity performers / All Roles Available Location: Independence Community Theatre (6652 Brecksville Rd, Independence OH.) **Sign up for an audition, receive sides, or if you have any questions. Email Willcodycrosby(a)gmail.com Please prepare the following: *Please prepare 32 bars of a song in the style of the show (Sondheim, William Finn, Jason Robert Brown, etc.) bring sheet music in the appropriate key (accompanist will be provided). *Prepare a joke to tell (So we can hear you talk a bit) * All those auditioning will be taught one or more musical cuts from the show and may be asked to read from the script. (When you sign up to audition you will be emailed the sides.) *Bring a headshot and resume *Please bring a list of conflict dates you may have during the rehearsal period (9/25/16-11/4/16). Rehearsals: Rehearsals will start September 26th. Rehearsals will be held based on actor availability. 4-5 days a week expected. Performance Dates for Company: November 4th- November 19th Show dates: November 4, 5, 11, 12, 13*, 18, and 19, 2016 Friday and Saturday at 8:00, Sunday at 2:00* Show Information: Book by George Furth Music and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim Show Synopsis: Robert attempts to understand the pros and cons of marriage from his diverse and frequently hilarious friends,, and begins to make sense of his own persistent bachelorhood. Company, Stephen Sondheim’s groundbreaking modern musical, is a mature, intelligent, and wildly funny look at relationships, vulnerability, and “being alive.” Cast- 6 Men, 8 Women, 18 years and older. (Non-equity) * The age range for each character is flexible and all ethnicities will be considered. Robert- The story's protagonist, he is a keen observer who appears happy but holds pain in his heart. He is the only one of his friends still single. Terrified of marriage and fears a lifelong loneliness. Age: 25 to 35 Vocal range: Baritone Sarah-Harry's hyper critical wife. She is an avid learner of karate and tends to overeat. Open, accepting, and full of love. Age: 30 to 40 Vocal range: Mezzo Soprano/Alto Harry- Sarah's husband. He is a recovering alcoholic continually falling off the wagon. Believes the advantages of marriage outweigh the disadvantages. Age: 35 to 45 Vocal Range: Baritone Susan- A delicate southern belle. Peter's wife and ex-wife. Motherly in her affections towards Robert. Gender: female Age: 30 to 40 Vocal range: Soprano Peter- Susan's husband. The perfect husband and ex-husband. He is very liberal in his view of relationships. Age: 30 to 40 Vocal range: Baritone Jenny-Quietly manipulative, simultaneously square and wise. Loves her husband, David, and will indulge him from time to time. Age: 30 to 40 Vocal range: Soprano David-Jenny's husband, he is relaxed and always in control. Believes a man should be married and that the sacrifice of freedom is worth what you get in return. Age: 30 to 40 Vocal range: Baritone Amy-A frantic neurotic engaged to Paul but terrified of marriage. After a mental breakdown, she finally realizes that Paul is, in fact, her soulmate. Age: 25 to 35 Vocal range: Mezzo-Soprano/Alto Paul- Amy's fiancé. Mildly clingy, but patient to her neurotic nature. He is fully committed to the idea of marriage and encourages Robert to do the same. Age: 30 to 40 Vocal range: Tenor Joanne-Acerbic, demanding, and blunt. Too old to be part of the young crowd, but not old enough to be part of the older crowd. Puts on a brassy front that melts when she is alone with her husband. Age: 40 to 50 Vocal range:Alto Larry- Joanne's husband. He is stoic and centered, but has moments of goofiness. Indulges his wife's behavior but knows when to put his foot down. Age: 40 to 55 Vocal range: Baritone Marta- A girlfriend of Robert's. Intensely modern, who is seeking adventure and excitement in the City. Age: 20 to 35 Vocal range: Mezzo-Soprano Kathy- An old girlfriend of Robert's, who is now considered a good friend. She plans to leave the City for a life of domesticity. Sweet and loving. Age: 20 to 35 Vocal range top: Mezzo-Soprano April-A girlfriend of Robert's. She is a flight attendant who came to New York to live in Radio City. Ditzy and adorable. Age: 20 to 30 Vocal range: Soprano DIRECTOR Will C. Crosby -- Originally from Lakewood, Will has worked all over the Cleveland area as an Actor, Director, and Stage Manager. Most recently Will was seen as Prince Herbert/ Not-Dead-Fred in Weathervane's production of Monty Pythons Spamalot. Other notable roles include Smee in Peter and the Starcatcher (Weathervane), Nicely Nicely Johnson in Guys and Dolls(Olmstead Performing Arts), William Barfee in The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (Huntington Playhouse) and the Cowardly Lion in The Wizard of Oz (CAMEO.) Will worked as the Director of the Garfield Middle School drama program in Lakewood, as well as directed for this year's 8x10 TheaterFest at Weathervane. During the day, Will is a Client Service Representative at Mobile Meals in Akron.

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Eva Schloss Story
by John Ballantyne via NEohioPAL 09 Aug '16

09 Aug '16

Holocaust Play World Premier at Youngstown Playhouse The Youngstown Playhouse and J&B Production Arts Services will team up to present the world premier of a new play about the Holocaust from August 12th to the 28th. IMAGES: Remembrances of the Holocaust - THE EVA SCHLOSS STORY, by J.E.Ballantyne, Jr., tells the story of Anne Frank childhood friend and step-sister, Eva Schloss. Mrs. Schloss has visited the Youngstown area numerous times with her last visit being in 2011 at the premier of A Light In the Darkness, another play about her experiences. Ballantyne points out that the difference between Images and other plays about Schloss is that Images is a onewoman show and it deals with her entire life right up to the present rather than stopping after World War II. Local area actress Molly Galano will portray Mrs. Schloss in a retrospective format in which she talks about different times in her life including her time spent in hiding from the Nazis, her arrest and imprisonment in Auschwitz and how she has used her experiences during the war to educate both adults and students. Ballantyne also said that video plays a very important part in the show as it presents images from Eva’s past and how those images have effected her life. Included in the video are six filmed segments in which other actors portray family members as well as other significant people in her life. Those six segments were all shot in various local locations over the past year. “This is an up close and personal look at a very strong and amazing lady who not only survived the Holocaust but has gone on to use the tragedy in her life as a very positive force to help people,” Ballantyne went on to say. The show will live on after the initial production at the Playhouse. A tri-state tour of the show will begin in early 2017. One of Eva’s primary objectives is to talk to school kids, as she does all over the world. The tour will help to accomplish this objective in a little different way. Since it is not possible for Eva to be everywhere, Images, will afford schools the opportunity to expose their students to her story even though she herself cannot be there. The full length version of Images will be available as well as a special 40 minute school assembly version. Ballantyne emphasized that besides schools, they are also looking to book the show into local theater venues, churches, synagogues and other venues. He also added that it will also be available for in-house productions for schools and theaters to produce themselves. Ballantyne stated that this is a very valuable resource for both schools and the community in general. Holocaust survivors are dying at an alarming rate. Plays like this help to keep their stories alive. Ballantyne is directing the show. Others included in video segments are: Carl Brockway, Liz Conrad, Olivia Rossi, Vincent Dragos, Rosie Bresson, Glenn Stevens, Terri Wilkes, Megan Brockway, Miranda Canacci, Mary Rosenberg, and Abby Witherstine. Reservations can be made for all performances by calling 330-788-8739. For touring information call 330-799- 6176. - 30 -

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Top Local Musical Theatre Talents Present Popular 80s Rock in Cleveland Heights - THURSDAY!
by Cleveland Stage Alliance via NEohioPAL 09 Aug '16

09 Aug '16

Where can you hear Billy Idol inspired by *Sweeney Todd*? ...Bon Jovi tinged with Jason Robert Brown sentimentality? ...a Bonnie Tyler barbershop quartet? *Cleveland Stage Alliance* (CSA) presents*...* *“FEEL THE NOIZE:* *The 80s Rock Concert”* at the *Alma Theater at Cain Park* on *Thursday, August 11, 2016 at 7 PM*. $18 in advance, $21 day of show TICKETS AVAILABLE HERE! <http://www.ticketmaster.com/Feel-The-Noize-The-80s-Rock-tickets/artist/2229…> or by calling Cain Park's box office at (216) 371-3000 More information available HERE! <http://www.clevelandstagealliance.com/presents/feel-the-noize> Cast bios available HERE! <http://www.clevelandstagealliance.com/presents/feel-the-noize/cast-bios> To look back at our previous concerts, click HERE! <http://www.clevelandstagealliance.com/presents> The decade that launched MTV ushered in an unforgettable era of hard rock and glam metal. The acid-washed jeans and big hair may have faded, but the music lives on for an entire generation who still turn the radio up when they hear Journey, Guns n' Roses, Poison, Def Leppard and Bon Jovi. Those are among the guilty pleasures that will provide the soundtrack for this one-night-only event! Some of Northeast Ohio’s top theater talent comes together to perform new and familiar arrangements of popular tunes accompanied by a live band. “Feel the Noize: The 80s Rock concert” is the seventh concert in the CSA series that celebrates various beloved aspects of pop culture in a festive evening of song. Following the current trend set in New York by such popular series’ as “Broadway Sings,” “54 Sings” and others, “CSA Presents…” will utilize a rotating cast of local talent to perform material outside of the musical theater canon, with a theatrical flair! The concert is produced by CSA founder *Eric Fancher* and local actor/director *Joanna May Hunkins*, and music directed by *Lawrence Wallace*. Fancher has appeared onstage at Ensemble Theatre, Near West Theatre, Blank Canvas Theatre, Cain Park and most recently Lakeland Civic Theatre. Hunkins is the associate director of The Musical Theater Project, directed the critically acclaimed production of Godspell at Cain Park last summer, and has worked as an actor and director throughout the Cleveland area. Wallace has music directed at Near West Theatre, Blank Canvas Theatre and True North Cultural Arts. *Performers include:* Ian Atwood Douglas F. Bailey II Mariah Burks BJ Colangelo Amiee Collier Eric Fancher Warren Egypt Franklin III Neely Gevaart Trey Gilpin Codie Higer Joanna May Hunkins Colleen Longshaw Joe Monaghan Sidney Perelman Devon Turchan *Band:* Lawrence Wallace - Keyboard/Arrangements Jesse Fishman - Guitar Zach Davis - Guitar Justin Hart - Percussion *Cain Park* is located at *14591 Superior Road at Lee* in Cleveland Heights, OH 44118.* Reserved seating is $18* in advance, *$21 *day of show. Tickets are available through the Cain Park's Ticketmaster page HERE <http://www.ticketmaster.com/Feel-The-Noize-The-80s-Rock-tickets/artist/2229…> . ### *ABOUT CLEVELAND STAGE ALLIANCE* – Founded in 2013, The Cleveland Stage Alliance is an organization dedicated to providing theatergoers with up-to-date information regarding any and all locally produced theatre in the Northeast Ohio region. It also provides reviews and audition information. For more information, please visit *www.ClevelandStageAlliance.com <http://www.ClevelandStageAlliance.com/>*.

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HOW TO ACT: Beginner, Intermediate & Advanced acting instruction - Fall 2016
by Will F Moore via NEohioPAL 09 Aug '16

09 Aug '16

The key to being ready for acting opportunities is to 'stay ready'. Serious actors know that it's a lifestyle change if you want to succeed. The HOW TO ACT Instructional Series continues this Fall with group and 1:1 acting development and auditioning improvement sessions. Many participants have went from being movie extras to speaking roles, or have made a transition from theatre to film. Some have advanced their SAG status too. Request information by email to willfmooremedia(a)gmail.com today. Sessions begin in September. The HOW TO ACT Instructional Series has programs for adults, teens, and kids.

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Plain Dealer's "Best Kept Concert Secret in Northern Ohio" - Friday night, Aug. 12 at 7:30 p.m.
by Jerome Popiel via NEohioPAL 09 Aug '16

09 Aug '16

If you haven’t heard of Riverdog, you’re not alone — the Cleveland Plain Dealer calls it the best kept concert secret in northern Ohio. Don’t take our word for it, read about it at http://www.cleveland.com/music/index.ssf/2015/06/best_kept_concert_secret_i…. It’s an amazing venue, the perfect combination of setting, atmosphere, company and music. This Friday night, catch a rare performance by Cat o’ Nines, featuring Jerry Popiel on guitar and mandolin. Jerry will also be opening the night with an acoustic set. Show starts at 7:30 p.m. And free admission — can’t beat that. Details are at https://www.facebook.com/events/560213340840815/ and http://riverdogmusic.weebly.com/events.html. Come on out to this fantastic place, you won't regret it!

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AUDITIONS for Pre-Professional Ballet Company- Ballet Le Reve
by Ballet Le Rêve via NEohioPAL 08 Aug '16

08 Aug '16

*AUDITIONS FOR BALLET LE REVE: SATURDAY, AUGUST 13TH: 9-10:30AM* *Ballet Le Rêve is seeking trained dancers to join our pre-professional ballet company. Auditions will be held on Saturday, August 13th from 9-10:30am at the Turning Pointe School of Dance (2387 Locust St. S Canal Fulton, OH 44614). Dancers should have strong classical ballet training and at least one year of Pointe experience. Please come dressed in ballet attire and bring your pointe shoes. * Ballet Le Rêve is a non-profit pre-professional ballet company under the artistic direction of Nurzhan Kulybaev. The company provides young aspiring dancers with a quality performing arts education. Company members rehearse 3-5 hours per week at the Turning Pointe School of Dance and perform company repertoire throughout Northeast Ohio. If you have any questions, or wish to register for the audition, please email dani(a)balletlereve.org. -- Danielle Kimble President, Ballet Le Rêve For more information about Ballet Le Rêve, visit our website - www.balletlereve.org. Click here to like our facebook page <https://www.facebook.com/pages/Ballet-Le-R%C3%AAve/244700462216431>!

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The Rat Pack at The Lorain Palace Theater
by Kurt Hernon via NEohioPAL 08 Aug '16

08 Aug '16

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT/OFFER: THE RAT PACK at THE LORAIN PALACE THEATER!! FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 9TH at 7:30PM!! SEVEN DAYS LEFT FOR THIS VERY COOL SAVINGS! Friends and fans of the Lorain Palace Theater, we've got some GREAT NEWS! The promoter of The Rat Pack Tribute show - FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 at 7:30PM - BRAVO!Entertainment - visited the Palace recently and saw ALL of the critical upgrades we've been making at the theater and wanted to get involved in helping the Palace keep its forward moving momentum! That said, he made an offer we just could not refuse on the behalf of the theater and YOU our loyal customers! BRAVO!Entertainment decided to offer this truly generous discount to our faithful: for the next TEN (10) days every front section $37.50 ticket will be $10 OFF when you use the checkout code BLUEEYES (those who already purchased tickets in these price points will see a refund issued to reflect this offer!); also every $27.50 ticket will be $5 OFF (as previously offered) when you use the checkout code VEGAS! In turn BRAVO!Entertainment will DONATE to The Palace: $500 after the first 200 tickets are sold, $1000 after 400 tickets are sold, and $1500 when 600 tickets are sold! WOW! Buy now, tell friends...get tickets to an absolutely AMAZING SHOW AND help the Palace at the same time! Let's have fun! WMMS on-air personality and stand up comic Bill Squire opens! Tickets on sale HERE http://bit.ly/29sOIgR or call 440.245.2323 or stop in to the Box Office! *The Lorain Palace Theater617 Broadway AveLorain, Ohiowww.LorainPalace.com <http://www.LorainPalace.com>*

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Bye Bye Birdie Opens Friday with LOCATION!
by TrueNorth via NEohioPAL 08 Aug '16

08 Aug '16

TrueNorth Cultural Arts & The Students of Center Stage Camp are proud to present... BYE BYE BIRDIE A Musical Comedy Book by Michael Stewart Music by Charles Strouse Lyrics by Lee Adams Originally Produced by Edward Padula Directed by Brian McNally Mixing youthfulness with a healthy dose of nostalgia, Bye Bye Birdie remains one of the most cherished musicals of all time. When a hip shaking, narcissistic musician invades the quiet Midwestern suburb of Sweet Apple, OH, a clash of generations erupts as the town's parents fight to keep their teenage children safe from the sinister influences of rock 'n' roll. Given new life by the students of Center Stage Camp, audiences won't be able to resist the rip-roaring music and beguiling story of Bye Bye Birdie. August 12-14 Friday & Saturday at 7:30PM Sunday at 3:00PM $10-$18 Visit TNCArts.org or call (440) 949-5200 x221 for tickets French Creek Nature & Arts Center / 4530 Colorado Ave / Sheffield Village / 44054 BYE BYE BIRDIE is presented by arrangement with TAMS-WITMARK MUSIC LIBRARY, INC. 560 Lexington Avenue, New York, New York 10022

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