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2 Weeks till LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Auditions at Weathervane Playhouse
by Bob Russell via NEohioPAL 28 Jul '16

28 Jul '16

Weathervane Playhouse announces OPEN AUDITIONS for LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS. Directed by BOB RUSSELL. AUDITION DATES & LOCATION Sunday: Aug. 7, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Monday: Aug. 8, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Callbacks: Aug. 10; 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Weathervane Playhouse 1301 Weathervane Lane, Akron, OH 44313 AUDITION APPOINTMENTS To make an audition appointment please visit: www.weathervaneplayhouse.com/audition Walk-in auditions will be seen as time permits. AUDITION REQUIREMENTS - Please prepare 32 bars of a song in the style of Little Shop of Horrors. - Please DO NOT sing from the show. - An accompanist will be provided. Please provide sheet music in the correct key. - Please arrive 15 minutes early to fill out paper work. - Bring your conflicts for the rehearsal period and production dates. (late Aug. - Oct. 16) PRODUCTION DETAILS LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS is a dark musical comedy based on the cult Roger Corman film of the same name. Actively seeking a diverse cast for this production. SYNOPSIS: Seymour is a hapless floral shop clerk who raises a strange and exotic plant with an insatiable appetite for human blood. This plant may just be his ticket out of "Skid-Row" and to win the girl of his dreams...but can they escape the plant's scheme for world domination? Mixing Motown, B-movies, and the American Dream, LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS is a screamingly funny, gleefully twisted, out-of-this-world hit musical. PRODUCTION DATES Sept. 29 - Oct. 16, 2016 REHEARSALS Rehearsal days and times will be Mondays - Thursdays from 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm and on Sundays from 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm Tech rehearsals are: 9/25 from 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm; 9/26, 9/27 & 9/28 from 6:00pm - 10:00pm AVAILABLE ROLES Seymour Krelbourn: Male, mid 30s, All Ethnicities An insecure down-on-his-luck floral clerk but with a hero's heart. A genuine, caring man who is taken for granted due to his clumsy ways and poor social skills. Bari-Tenor; vocal range: A2-G4 Audrey: Female, mid 30s - early 40s, All Ethnicities A girl from the wrong side of the tracks who always finds herself dating the wrong guy. A sweet gal with low self esteem but beautiful dreams. Ellen-Greene-type. Soprano with mix/belt; vocal range G#3-D5 Mr. Mushnik: Male, 50s, Caucasian Seymour and Audrey's boss and owner of a failing East Side "Skid-Row" flower shop. Profit driven, greedy and manipulative. Baritone; vocal range G2-F4 Crystal, Ronette and Chiffon: Female, 18 - late 20s, All Ethnicities Street urchins who act as the Greek Chorus throughout the production. Young, hip, and full of "swag"; these girls are the only oneswho have a grip on reality. Low Alto to Belt Soprano; vocal range Ab3-F5. Strong dance abilities are necessary; the choreographer is looking for performers who can execute choreography in the style of Yanis Marshall with 1950s elements integrated. Please review videos of Yanis Marshall on Youtube to become familiar with his choreography. Orin Scrivello D.D.S.: Male, 30s, All Ethnicities An egotistical "bad-boy" dentist wiht a dark sadistic side. This actor also plays other roles throughout the show and must have strong comedic chops. Baritone; vocal range G2-G4 Voice of the Plant "Audrey II": Male, 18+, All Ethnicities An actor/vocalist with a strong R&B and soul voice; located offstage. A conniving, street-smart "villain" who is a cross between Wolfman Jack, Barry White and Levi Stubbs. Baritone with flair; vocal range G2-G4 COMPENSATION All performers appear as volunteers with the Weathervane Playhouse PRODUCTION TEAM Book & Lyrics by Howard Ashman Music by Alan Menken Director: Bob Russell Music Director: John Ebner Choreographer: Katie Zarecki Stage Manager: Denise Eletich Scene Design: Richard Morris Jr. Costume Design: Sarah Russell Lighting Design: Brandon Davies Sound Design: John Coyne Properties Design: April Helms Audrey II Plant Design: Ralph Cooley ABOUT THE DIRECTOR Please visit: www.bobrussellaea.wix.com/theatrics

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Cleveland Play House Position Opening for Lighting & Projection Assistant
by Maryann Morris via NEohioPAL 28 Jul '16

28 Jul '16

Lighting and Projection Assistant Cleveland Play House (LORT B, C, andD), America’s first regional theatre and recipient of the 2015 RegionalTheatre Tony Award, is accepting applications for a Lighting and ProjectionAssistant. This position crosses overbetween LIGHTING and SOUND AND PROJECTIONS. The Lighting and Projection Assistant works with the Lighting Supervisorto maintain lighting equipment and paperwork as well as supervising three fulltime I.A.T.S.E electricians, overhire electricians and a Lighting Apprentice inthe hang, focus, notes and strike of the mainstage season, 2 MFA shows and special events and works with theSound and Projections Supervisor installing and maintaining video equipment andprogramming and editing for any shows with video projections. Qualified candidates should have 3-5 yearsprofessional experience, preferably in regional theatre. Experience with VectorWorks, Lightwright,WatchOut and QLab essential. Positionrequires a highly organized person with strong communication and supervisory skills.Positionis full time, seasonal with benefits and starts August 22, 2016 through April30, 2017 with a possible extension to May 14. Salary is hourly with time and a half after 40 hours. E-mail letter ofinterest, resume, and references to Joe Martin, Director of Production, jmartin(a)clevelandplayhouse.comor mail to Lighting and Projection Assistant Search, Cleveland Play House, 1901E. 13th Street, Suite 200, Cleveland, OH 44114. EOE/AA.

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Neos Presents Ballet @ the Brickyard
by Neos Dance Theatre via NEohioPAL 28 Jul '16

28 Jul '16

*Ballet @ the Brickyard combining world-class artistry and local arts in Mansfield* July 1, 2016 — World premiere dance, Grammy-winning jazz singer Sylvia McNair, pop-up art galleries, food trucks, local beers and wines and more are filling downtown Mansfield’s popular Brickyard district on Saturday, July 30, beginning at 6 p.m. for Neos Dance Theatre’s third annual Ballet @ the Brickyard. Tickets are available at www.neosdancetheatre.org or that evening at the entrance gate off Main Street and Temple Court. VIP Tent tickets are $65, General Admission tickets are $25, and General Admission tickets for students and seniors are $15. The VIP Tent features heavy hors d’oeuvres and wine and beer catered by Moveable Feast, cigars and cognac provided by City News, and reserved chairs for the performances. The General Admission area features a cash bar with Cypress Hill wines, Phoenix Brewery craft beers and other beverages, plus local food-trucks Sunset Slush (Italian ice cream), Mitchell’s Orchard (apple dumplings), Altered Eats, and L.A. Dogs. General Admission guests are encouraged to bring their own chairs or blankets for the performances. The work of local artists can be seen and purchased throughout the area. Live entertainment begins at 6 p.m. with Kelly Knowlton in the upper Brickyard. Local singer-songwriter and guitarist Cody Nicolaus performs on the new Richland County Foundation/Hire Family Foundation Stage at 8 p.m. The spotlight performance by Neos Dance Theatre begins at 8:45 p.m. on the Richland County Foundation/Hire Family Foundation Stage, sponsored by Mechanics Bank. The world premiere celebrates beloved standards from the Great American Songbook, sung by local opera-star-turned-jazz-singer Sylvia McNair and choreographed by Neos artistic director Bobby Wesner. Other pieces include work by Neos resident choreographer Mary-Elizabeth Fenn and Chicago choreographer Stephanie Martinez. Ballet @ the Brickyard is sponsored by Cleveland Financial Group, Charles P. Hahn, CFP, and is the kick off for Neos’ 2016-17 season. Neos, a non-profit contemporary ballet company, performs and teaches in Akron, Mansfield, Findlay, Oberlin, and beyond. -- Robert Wesner Artistic Director, Neos Dance Theatre Director, Neos Center for Dance 101 N. Main Street Mansfield, Ohio 44902 P: 419.651.4938 E: informationneos(a)gmail.com

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GLENGARRY GLEN ROSS Opens NEXT WEEK - Blank Canvas Theatre
by via NEohioPAL 28 Jul '16

28 Jul '16

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3 More Chances to See LCMT's 'Into the Woods'
by Lynn Maslinski via NEohioPAL 27 Jul '16

27 Jul '16

Over 600 audience members of all ages saw LCMT's first two shows of Into the Woods, and raved about it! You still have 3 more chances to venture Into the Woods with this magical musical this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at Lorain County Community College's Stocker Arts Center!Into the WoodsMusic and Lyrics by Stephen SondheimBook by James LapineOriginally Directed on Broadway by James LapineShow Dates:July 22nd, 23rd, 29th, & 30th @ 7:30 p.m.July 31st @ 2:00 p.m.Directed by.....................Dr. Ted WilliamsProduced by ..................Marlene Karpinski & Lynn MaslinskiMusical Director.............Anthony TrifilettiStage Manager.............Julie BillinghurstChoreographer..............Pamela ShirtzOrchestra Conductor.....Mike KomperdaCostumer........................Claudette CampanaProperties....................Nicole PotchatekHair/Make-up...............Megan CampanaSynopsis:Into the Woods brings to musical life Cinderella, Jack and the Beanstalk, Little Red Riding Hood and other beloved fairy tale characters, and gives the audience a look at what happens after “Happily Ever After”. Interwoven with these classic tales is the story of the baker and his wife, whose longing for a child is thwarted by a mischievous witch who lives next door. It is an epic fairy tale about wishes, family, and the choices we make.Tickets:$16 Youth/Student/Senior & $18 AdultTickets can be purchased online at www.stockerartscenter.com, by calling 440.366.4040, or in person at the box office.Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1502576806702073/Location:Stocker Arts Center's Hoke TheaterLorain County Community College1005 North Abbe RoadElyria, OH 44053Cast List:Angela Mitchell.............CinderellaJeff Kurkjian.................JackAbby Golden.................Little Red Riding HoodCorey Knick..................The BakerErin Donovan................The Baker's WifeMarlene Karpinski..........The WitchJohn Carmack...............Cinderella's Prince/The WolfJayne Kacik..................Jack's MotherAlicia Fogal...................Cinderella's StepmotherJohn Baumgarnter..........The Narrator/Mysterious ManAlly Yellets....................RapunzelJacob Schindler..............Rapunzel's PrinceEmma Baughman...........LucindaNatalie Baughman..........FlorindaJim Golden...................The StewardJen Bertoni...................Cinderella's Mother/Granny/The GiantDr. Craig Koehler...........Cinderella's Father Regina Wolf..................Snow White/CrewLilly Thompson..............Sleeping Beauty/Crew

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Acro/tumbling instructor needed.
by Jonathan Webb via NEohioPAL 27 Jul '16

27 Jul '16

Acro/tumbling instructor needed for dancers. Must have a gymnastics background. Send resume to jonathan.webb(a)shakerdanceacademy.net

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Part-time office assistant for a dance studio needed.
by Dana Stulberg via NEohioPAL 27 Jul '16

27 Jul '16

blockquote, div.yahoo_quoted { margin-left: 0 !important; border-left:1px #715FFA solid !important; padding-left:1ex !important; background-color:white !important; } 1. Must be great with people.2. In charge of intake. 3. Answering phone & enrolling new families.4. Must have an up beat personality & love people.5. Basic computer skills.6. Social media savy a plus.7. Monday thru Friday start at 3pm & Saturday's start at 10:30am. Please send resumes to jonathan.webb(a)shakerdanceacademy.net Start date Saturday July 30,2016- for training. Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPhone

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Shaker Dance Academy-Dance Instructor needed
by Jonathan Webb via NEohioPAL 27 Jul '16

27 Jul '16

Looking for professional contemporary, jazz- jumps/turns & tap instructors. Must be professional, competitive salary. Send photo & resume to jonathan.webb(a)shakerdanceacademy.net Thank youJonathan & Tracey Webb

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Asdmcray Casting Call
by Sarah Smith via NEohioPAL 27 Jul '16

27 Jul '16

ZST Media will be holding auditions tomorrow and Friday for the webseries, Asdmcray at the Kent State Public Library. Asdmcray follows a group of rebels, breels who must learn to survive the dismal world of Asdmcray that was established after the 5th World War. Those that schedule ahead of time will be seen first and slots are quickly filling up. Email zstmedia(a)gmail.com for sides and info. Thanks and good luck!

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COSTUME DESIGNER NEEDED FOR JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT
by Michael Stein via NEohioPAL 27 Jul '16

27 Jul '16

NEAR WEST THEATRE IS SEEKING A COSTUME DESIGNER FOR JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT. CURRENTLY IN CONCEPT MEETINGS WITH DESIGNERS. REHEARSALS BEGING SEPTEMBER 18TH SHOW OPENS NOVEMBER 18TH SHOW CLOSES DECEMBER 11TH THIS IS A PAID POSITION. PLEASE CONTACT MICHAEL STEIN mstein(a)nearwesttheatre.org *Michael Stein* *Production Manager/Rental Manager* *Near West Theatre* *6514 Detroit Ave.* *Cleveland, OH 44102-3014* *216-961-9750* *Cell 330-687-8187*

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