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IMPROV DROP-INS - SCHEDULE CHANGE-Marc Moritz, Instructor
by Marc Moritz via NEohioPAL 03 May '16

03 May '16

*Schedule Change* *Our popular Improv Drop-Ins will take a break this week and resume NEXT SATURDAY, MAY 14!* *We will Extend a Week to Saturday, May 21 - Final Class* *IMPROV DROP- IN CLASSES!* *INSTRUCTOR: Marc Moritz* - *MFA, Second City, ImprovOlympic * Offering *Weekly IMPROV Drop-In Classes* for those with a Fear of Commitment! *SIX WEEKS* *TONS OF SKILLS!* *WHO*: Instructor: *Marc Moritz , MFA, Second City, ImprovOlympic -Trained* *WHERE: Idea Center – Playhouse Square - 1375 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44115 DATES: April 9, 16, 23, 30 , May 7, 14 WHEN: Saturdays / 11am-12:30pm* 16 Years - Adults *COST: $10.00/Class - (Take one. Take 'em all!)* *OUR NEXT SESSION:* *SATURDAY, MAY 14 - 11AM-12:30PM* * WALKING & TALKING - SCENE WORK STRATEGIES We dive into the elements of 2-Person Scenes and avoiding the "Talking Heads" Syndrome.* SATURDAY, MAY 21 WALKING & TALKING - SCENE WORK STRATEGIES We dive into the elements of 2-Person Scenes and avoiding the "Talking Heads" Syndrome. Visit us on FB: *https://www.facebook.com/Improv-Drop-In-Classes-1464413733856283/?fref=ts <https://www.facebook.com/Improv-Drop-In-Classes-1464413733856283/?fref=ts>* *FURTHER INFO: Marc Moritz* marcmoritz(a)gmail.com *216-255-1120 <216-255-1120> Direct*

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Audiences praise Once Upon a Mattress at ACT
by Aurora Community Theatre via NEohioPAL 03 May '16

03 May '16

AURORA COMMUNITY THEATRE Audiences Praise opening weekend of *ONCE UPON A MATTRESS* music by Mary Rodgers lyrics by Marshall Barer book by Jay Thompson, Dean Fuller & Marshall Barer “This was one of the best plays that we have seen at ACT!” 5/2/2016 6:21 PM “We enjoyed the musical and have recommended to friends, we have also talked to others that said they enjoyed it also.” 5/2/2016 4:49 PM “excellent job very nice to meet the actors after the show, and great food *(opening night only)* was a nice surprise! I would attend another play. when will you do the show "oh Calcutta"?” 5/2/2016 10:34 AM “Very nicely done, good singers, nice choreography. Your female lead was perfect for the part.” 5/2/2016 9:33 AM “Very enjoyable! Everyone did such a terrific job. The costumes and sets were really well done. Singing and music great as well. Lots of laughs. What a wonderful way to spend a Sat. night close to home. Inexpensive too. Loved it!! Thank you!! ??” 5/1/2016 12:38 AM “This was a fabulous show. The performers were so professional and spot on. I loved it!!!” 4/30/2016 11:16 PM Comments come from patrons who responded to ACT email survey. *Date and time reflect when feedback was posted.* *Great Seats Available* *8 pm Fridays and Saturdays * *through May 21* *LARGEST SEAT SELECTION* *Sunday 3 pm matinees May 8 and 15* *TICKETS NOW ON SALE $16 adults, $11 age 18 and under* *BUY ONLINE ANYTIME www.auroracommunitytheatre.com <http://www.auroracommunitytheatre.com/>* or call 330.562.1818 Aurora Community Theatre 115 E. Pioneer Trail Aurora, Ohio 44202

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Steel Magnolias
by via NEohioPAL 03 May '16

03 May '16

2 excellent seats for Steel Magnolias plus playhouse square parking pass June 17 - my cost was $173... Will sacrifice to best offer... Don

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AUDITIONS for THE MUSIC MAN at Silhouette Productions!
by Douglas Bailey via NEohioPAL 03 May '16

03 May '16

*WHAT:* Auditions for Meredith Wilson's Classic, *THE MUSIC MAN* Directed by Douglas F. Bailey II Musically Directed by Matthew Steven Grittner Choreography by Tara Mirabile *WHEN:* Tuesday May 31st 7-10pm of Wednesday June 1st 7-10pm *WHERE:* Shore Cultural Centre 291 E. 222nd Street Euclid, OH 44123 Room 241 *WHAT TO PREPARE:* Two 16-32 bar selections in the style of the show. A joke or short comedic monologue. Please bring your own sheet music, there will be no a capella auditions. An accompanist will be provided. By turns wicked, funny, warm, romantic and touching, The Music Man is family entertainment at its best. Meredith Wilson's six-time, Tony Award winning musical comedy has been entertaining audiences since 1957 and is a family-friendly story to be shared with every generation. The Music Man follows fast-talking traveling salesman Harold Hill as he cons the people of River City, Iowa into buying instruments and uniforms for a boys' band he vows to organize this despite the fact he doesn't know a trombone from a treble clef. His plans to skip town with the cash are foiled when he falls for Marian the librarian, who transforms him into a respectable citizen by curtain's fall. *ROLES AVAILABLE:* Harold Hill Our story's unsuspecting protagonist. A con man, traveling under the auspices of a salesman, he eventually falls in love with Marian Paroo. Charismatic and charming. Gender: Male Age: 25 to 35 Vocal range top: F4 Vocal range bottom: Ab2 Marian Paroo The stuff town librarian and music teacher. She is an attractive young lady who eventually falls for Harold Hill. Stuck up. Curious. Gender: Female Age: 20 to 30 Vocal range top: A5 Vocal range bottom: G3 Marcellus Washburn Harold's chummy old friend and former con man, he now lives in River City and is trying to settle down. Gender: Male Age: 30 to 40 Vocal range top: A4 Vocal range bottom: G2 Mayor Shinn A blustery politician who is all too "self-important." Begrudgingly married to Eulalie, he is skeptical of the town rumor mill. Gender: Male Age: 50 to 60 Eulalie Mackecknie Shinn Mayor Shinn's peacock wife. A serial gossiper and snob, she has trouble keeping her opinions to herself. Gender: Female Age: 40 to 50 Vocal range top: D5 Vocal range bottom: D4 Zaneeta Shinn The Mayor's fresh-faced daughter who is in love with Tommy. Sweet and outgoing. Appears to be daffy at times. Gender: Female Age: 14 to 18 Mrs. Paroo Cheerful and always plotting. An Irish widow and mother to Marian and Winthrop. Gender: Female Age: 45 to 60 Vocal range top: Eb5 Vocal range bottom: Ab3 Ewart Dunlop A member of the quartet formed by Harold Hill with a tenor voice. Ewart is married to Maude Dunlop. Gender: Male Age: 25 to 45 Vocal range top: F5 Vocal range bottom: F3 Oliver Hix A baritone in the quartet formed by Hill. Oliver is married to Alma Hix. Gender: Male Age: 25 to 45 Vocal range top: F4 Vocal range bottom: B2 Jacey Squires The highest tenor in the quartet. Married to Mrs. Squires. Gender: Male Age: 25 to 45 Vocal range top: C5 Vocal range bottom: C3 Olin Britt A citizen of River City and the bass of the quartet formed by Harold Hill. Gender: Male Age: 25 to 45 Vocal range top: C4 Vocal range bottom: F2 Charlie Cowell A traveling salesmen who is on to Harold Hill's schemes. Tirelessy attempts to prove to everyone the true con man behind Harold Hill. Gender: Male Age: 25 to 45 Tommy Djilas An attractive, young man from the wrong side of town. He is secretly courting Zaneeta. Gender: Male Age: 15 to 20 Amaryllis A slightly bratty piano student of Marion Paroo. Gender: Female Age: 8 to 12 Vocal range top: E5 Vocal range bottom: C4 Winthrop Paroo Marian's baby brother, he is very shy because of a noticeable lisp. Embraces Harold Hill and the marching band. Gender: Male Age: 8 to 12 Vocal range top: Eb5 Vocal range bottom: C4 Alma Hix A "Pick-a-Little Lady" married to Oliver Hix. Gender: Female Age: 25 to 45 Maud Dunlop A "Pick-a-Little Lady" married to Ewart Dunlop. Gender: Female Age: 25 to 45 Ethel Toffelmier A comical "Pick-a-Little Lady," and Marcellus Washburn's girlfriend. Gender: Female Age: 25 to 40 Mrs. Squires A "Pick-a-Little Lady" married to Jacey Squires. Gender: Female Age: 25 to 45 *Questions? e-mail the Director at douglasfbaileyii(a)gmail.com <douglasfbaileyii(a)gmail.com>*

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BALLET THEATRE OF OHIO Company Auditions ~ Saturday, June 4
by Ballet Theatre of Ohio via NEohioPAL 03 May '16

03 May '16

*Ballet Theatre of Ohio * *COMPANY AUDITIONS* *Saturday, June 4* *Auditions will be held at the* *Christine Jones-Meneer School of Dance* *265 N. Main St., Munroe Falls 44262* Ballet Theatre of Ohio, under the artistic direction of Christine Meneer, is holding company auditions Saturday, June 4 for it's pre-professional division. Open to all children completing grades 4-11 and 10 years or older. Private auditions are also available upon request. Ballet Theatre of Ohio gives company members unique performing opportunities that can't be found anywhere else in the area! BTO has been performing full-length ballets at the historic Akron Civic Theatre for 23 years. Our *Nutcracker* is a holiday classic and has been voted the #1 Holiday Show in Akron by Akron Beacon Journal readers! Our other full-length ballets, performed in late spring, include: *Cinderella*, *The Wizard of Oz*, *Coppelia*, *Sleeping Beauty*, and several repertory ballets. Let your dancer experience the magic and joy of performing! Call 330.688.6065 or email bto.social(a)gmail.com to register! *www.ballettheatreohio.org <http://www.ballettheatreohio.org/>*

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Auditions for ASSASSINS at Near West Theatre
by Kelcie Dugger via NEohioPAL 03 May '16

03 May '16

Near West Theatre announces AUDITIONS for ASSASSINS Teen/Young Adult Production (ages 16 to 21) May 16, 17 & 18 , 2016 from 7:30-10:00pm Mon, Tues & Weds Come one of these evenings. Plan to stay for the entire time specified. See list of roles below! Assassins runs July 15, 16, 22, 23, 24, 28, 29, 30, 31, 2016 Rehearsals begin Sunday, May 29, 2016 AUDITION SITE: Near West Theatre (6702 Detroit Ave., Cleveland, OH 44102) Questions? Call our office at 216-961-9750, M-F 11am-4pm or EMAIL info(a)nearwesttheatre.org<mailto:info@nearwesttheatre.org> ABOUT THE AUDITION: This is a group audition in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. No experience or preparation required. Dress for movement. Please plan to stay for the entire time specified, and arrive 15 minutes before audition time to register. Anyone arriving after the starting time will not audition that day. At Near West Theatre we encourage everyone to audition. People of all experience levels, races, ethnicities, neighborhoods, sizes, gender identities and backgrounds are needed. We use theater to build community and relationships. We're a great place to express yourself and make friends. Come try us! Bring a friend! ABOUT THE SHOW ON THE EVE OF THE 2016 PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION, NEAR WEST'S SUMMER YOUTH THEATER PRESENTS STEPHEN SONDHEIM'S EXAMINATION OF THE AMERICAN DREAM, THE HAVES AND THE HAVE-NOTS, AND GUNS. "We're the other national anthem, folks, the ones that can't get in to the ball park. There's Another National Anthem, folks, for those who never win... for the ones who might have been."- from "Another National Anthem" A multiple Tony Award-winning theatrical tour-de-force, Assassins combines Sondheim's signature blend of intelligently stunning lyrics and beautiful music, with a panoramic story of our nation's culture of celebrity and the violent means some will use to obtain it, embodied by America's four successful and five would-be presidential assassins. Bold, original, disturbing, and alarmingly funny, Assassins is perhaps the most unexpected musical ever written. CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS The Balladeer - Tenor C3-G4; ability to play guitar is a plus. The Balladeer is the conscience of America and the champion of the American Dream. He acts as a foil against the assassins and their warped perspectives and actions. The Proprietor - Tenor Gb2-F4; The Proprietor is the Grim Reaper, handing out weapons and overseeing the demise of presidents and assassins alike. His power is in his omnipresence and indifference; his characterization requires both dramatic irony and restrained wit. John Wilkes Booth - Baritone F2-G4; tall and distinguished; character will need a genteel Southern accent. A political zealot, "Wilkes" is the pioneer of American assassination and acts as leader and twisted mentor to the other assassins. "The Ballad of Booth" and his seduction of Lee Harvey Oswald are two of his pivotal scenes. Leon Czolgosz (pronounced "CHOL-gash") - Bass Baritone G#2-G4; slight of build. Czolgosz was an anarchist who, in killing William McKinley, decided to take matters of government into his own hands for the sake of the common man. Important scenes include "The Gun Song" and the meeting with Emma Goldman. Guiseppe Zangara - Tenor B2-A4; a short actor is preferred but not required; MUST use a heavy Italian accent for this character. Zangara blamed capitalists and "kings" for his medical conditions and attempted an assassination of Franklin D. Roosevelt-instead killing Mayor Cermak of Chicago. Zangara has a solo on the electric chair in "How I Saved Roosevelt." Sara Jane Moore - Soprano F3-Eb5. Actress is middle-aged and frumpy. Moore, a former FBI informant five times married, nearly assassinated Gerald Ford in 1975 - the second such attempt on his life in three weeks. Moore provides much of the comic relief in the show and requires an actress with good comic timing. Lynette "Squeaky" Fromme - Mezzo A3-G5; slender and pretty. Fromme, a flower child and member of Charlie Manson's cult "family," attempted an assassination of Gerald Ford in 1975. She is the lunatic foil to Sara Jane Moore's airheadedness in several scenes and sings a duet with John Hinckley. John Hinckley - Baritone A2-G4; blond and husky; ability to play guitar is a plus. Hinckley used a sociopathic obsession with Jodie Foster as his excuse to attempt an assassination of Ronald Reagan in 1981. Hinckley's clinical insanity and love-sickness add dramatic weight to this character. His pivotal scene is a duet with Squeaky Fromme. Charles J. Guiteau - Tenor A2-Ab4; average in stature; a beard would be helpful but not required. Guiteau was a multi-careered charlatan with delusions of grandeur who assassinated James Garfield in 1882. This intense libertine requires a multi-personality characterization and a flair for the dramatic. His key scene involves a cakewalk to the gallows. Samuel Byck - Heavy set; blue-collar Philly accent required. Byck was disgruntled at government and all it stood for when he attempted to hijack a plane with the intent of crashing it into the Nixon White House. A small vocal role, it requires an actor capable of presenting two dramatic, page-anda-half monologues. For Byck, please choose from the excerpt that fits your vocal range (tenor, baritone, or bass-baritone). Lee Harvey Oswald -Actor is slight to average build; rural Louisiana twang required. Oswald sings in the closing number and requires the dramatic capacity to spar with John Wilkes Booth in the pivotal Book Depository scene. Emma Goldman-Turn-of-the-century anarchist agitator and feminist. Townspeople - Required to play a variety of parts. The "townspeople" require strong individual voices as they sing "How I Saved Roosevelt" and the gut-wrenching "Something Just Broke." Other - A Bartender, President James Garfield, President Gerald Ford, Various reporters, photographers, tourists, bystanders, etc.

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STILL NEED BOY FOR A LEAD ROLE
by Dave Cockley via NEohioPAL 03 May '16

03 May '16

We still need a BOY for a lead role in our summer music video THOSE RUNAWAY RASCALS. We are rehearsing the songs now and will record them soon. Then we go on break while School is wrapping up in May. We begin rehearsing in June 2x a week in the evening for an hour each time then shoot the Scene on Saturday. We do that for 5 Saturdays which turns into a 30min video that runs on Facebook and YouTube. If you’re interested contact us right away at: captaindave2898(a)aol.com <mailto:captaindave2898@aol.com>

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PRESS RELEASE: Indian Classical Music Concert at Lifesource Yoga
by via NEohioPAL 03 May '16

03 May '16

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Berko review: THE BEAUTY OF LEENANE @ none too fragile
by Roy Berko via NEohioPAL 03 May '16

03 May '16

To read Roy Berko's review of THE BEAUTY QUEEN OF LEENANE go to www.royberko.info

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Looking for a regency era dress- this post includes my email!
by Margaret Reardon via NEohioPAL 03 May '16

03 May '16

Does anyone have a Regency era style gown they could lend to a colleague of mine for a tea party onSunday May 15th. Something in a size 6 to 8. Accessories (hat, gloves etc) would be a plus.We will take good care of it, and be eternally grateful!!Please email me at margaret_reardon(a)att.net if you can help!Margaret Reardon

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