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Need experienced real bearded Santa with quality suit & real boots
by Mary Faktor via NEohioPAL 20 Nov '15

20 Nov '15

My husband & I do a classy Mr & Mrs Santa with real beard (him, not me lol) and gorgeous custom-made outfits. This year, It looks like we may get more gigs than we can handle, so I'm looking for other real bearded Santa's/Mrs to have ready to book when we are not available. I'm specifically looking for a GREAT Santa for two separate gigs on Saturday, Dec 5. You would be the Mister to my Mrs and we would work together. One is strictly photos for a photography studio (you will be given some free photos) and one is an evening corporate holiday party. Both in Mentor area. Please send photo ASAP if interested in being considered. Thanks! Mary Faktor Www.MaryFaktor.com FaktorsTalentNetwork.com 216-470-5132 FaktorTheActor(a)yahoo.com Be sure to LIKE my Facebook Fan Page, THE SIX AGES OF WOMAN COMEDY SHOW for show info & upcoming Dates

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Theatre Auditions for The Bicentennial Project at Kent State University at Stark
by WILLIAMS, CYNTHIA via NEohioPAL 20 Nov '15

20 Nov '15

Kent State University at Stark Theatre announces auditions for The Bicentennial Project Kent State University at Stark Theatre has announced open auditions for the second theatrical production of the season, The Bicentennial Project, an original historical play written by Arwen Mitchell and directed by Kent State Stark Assistant Professor of Theatre and Theatre Director Brian Newberg. Auditions are open to everyone, including students and community persons. We encourage diversity in our casting. Take an authentic walk into 200 years of life in Stark County as portrayed through the powerful lens of the media. In collaboration with The Canton Repository, this tapestry style play (involving a wide range of scenes) is the narrative of our community. Experience living excerpts of history that reveal where we came from, how we got here and where we are going. Auditions will be held on November 30 and December 1 at 6 p.m. in the theatre of the Fine Arts Building, 6000 Frank Avenue NW in Jackson Township. Roles for this production are flexible. Male and female actors of various ages (not children) will be required to play multiple characters. The director may choose sides (selected scene excerpts) for people to work on, as well as doing warmups and improvisation work with those auditioning. Those auditioning may perform a prepared monologue, if they wish. For more information, visit www.kent.edu/stark/theatre-auditions<http://www.kent.edu/stark/theatre-auditions>. The production will be performed on February 26-28 and March 4-6 in the Kent State Stark Theatre. Rehearsals will commence shortly after casting, followed by a holiday break and will resume on January 4, taking place five evenings a week until opening. Scripts, or portions of the new play script, are available for perusal for periods up to 24 hours from the secretary (330-244-5151) of the Fine Arts Building, Monday through Friday, during business hours (8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.). Kent State Stark's campus buildings will be closed on November 26 and 27 for the holiday. Audition appointments are recommended, but not required. Scripts will also be available in the reserve area of the Stark Campus Library. Visit www.kent.edu/stark/theatre<http://www.kent.edu/stark/theatre> to learn more about Stark Campus' Theatre Department.

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HUDSON HS DRAMA PRESENTS "COMEDY TONIGHT- Scenes & Sketches"
by Marc Moritz via NEohioPAL 20 Nov '15

20 Nov '15

As the new Drama Director at Hudson HS, I proudly present : COMEDY TONIGHT! - Scenes & Sketches An evening of very funny, touching, and just downright weird, scenes , sketches, and monologues from playwrights such as Jules Feiffer, Christopher Durang, Shel Siilverstein, and other contemporary work. These young actors are amazing with this smart , and timely material! Even if Hudson is a shlep...It's worth it! Here's the skinny : The HHS Drama Club Presents "Comedy Tonight! - Scenes & Sketches *The Hudson Drama Club will be presenting "Comedy Tonight." A show with scenes and sketches filled with tons of laughs. The show will take place on Friday (11/20) at 7:00pm and on Sunday (11/22) at 2:00pm. Keep in mind that the show will NOT take place on Saturday! Tickets will be sold during lunch periods Mon-Fri in the cafeteria and will also be sold near the main office during lunch periods on Thursday and Friday. * *Directed by new Drama Director, Marc Moritz.* *Please come and show your support for the HHS drama club!"*

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The Academy presents: Eugene Ionesco's RHINOCEROS
by Bernadette Clemens via NEohioPAL 20 Nov '15

20 Nov '15

*FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE* *Contact: Tom Fulton at 440-247-2072 ext. 4334* *TICKETS ON SALE NOW!* THE ACADEMY FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS PRESENTS: *RHINOCEROS* *By Eugene Ionesco* Directed by Bernadette Clemens Scenic & Lighting Design by Ben Needham Costume & Make-Up Design by Esther Haberlen Sound Design by Bernadette Clemens & Ari Bluestein *DECEMBER 11 & 12 at 7:30pm* *DECEMBER 13 at 2:30pm* STUDIO THEATRE - *LIMITED SEATING! ADVANCE RESERVATIONS RECOMMENDED* Performing Arts Center at the Chagrin Falls High School campus 400 E. Washington St., Chagrin Falls, Ohio 44022 *Purchase tickets online at: * *www.chagrinacademy.org* <https://mail.chagrinschools.org/owa/redir.aspx?SURL=izev-bcgqXM4fI14zWeJoHT…> *ADULT TICKETS $15.00* *STUDENTS & SENIORS $12.00* *UPCOMING PRODUCTIONS in the Studio Theatre:* *SENIOR IMPROV SHOW* Directed by Mitchell Fields *DECEMBER 17, 18 * A program of EXCEL-TECC serving high school juniors and seniors in 10 area school districts http://www.mayfieldschools.org/exceltecc/webtecc/excel_tecc.htm <https://mail.chagrinschools.org/owa/redir.aspx?SURL=JfbRm6PsaAIo_ZAtsltFjRQ…> *CURRENT HIGH SCHOOL SOPHOMORES ARE ELIGIBLE TO AUDITION IN JANUARY FOR THE 2016-2017 ENTERING CLASS: contact the Academy Director at * *http://chagrinacademy.org/ask.asp* <https://mail.chagrinschools.org/owa/redir.aspx?SURL=JrhyMNFmUdL62_I44-1h1DW…>

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NOW CASTING FOR AN EXCITING STAGE PLAY "JADA'S JOURNEY"
by Tina Hobbs via NEohioPAL 20 Nov '15

20 Nov '15

CASTING CALL “Jada’s Journey” Launch PartyAn Interactive Dinner Theater Event STORY LINE: “Jada’s Journey” is a spicy drama about the trials, temptations, and triumphs of a young woman with big dreams of having a successful recording career as she struggles to hold on to her faith that is challenged by everything and everyone around her. ¬This creative, interactive dinner theater event will have audiences laughing, crying, and giving God praise as they relate to a woman that wants to do right but realizes trouble is always present! Written and Directed by award winning playwright, DaNine K. Ward: “The Blacker the Berry…”, “Is There a Man in the House?”, “The Real Hot Wives of Cleveland”, “Hootchie”, and more. Brought to you by dkWard Quality Entertainment, “Jada’s Journey” Launch Party will feature scenes from the online drama that will be available to paid subscribers beginning February 2016. NOW CASTINGNon-equity only actors. Payment: Stipends based upon experience, rehearsal requirements, and # of performances. Show dates: Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, Feb 12-14, 19-21, and 26-28. Must be available for evening and weekend rehearsals. CHARACTERS:Jada (Leading Role) - 5’6”-5’9” - African-American female, strong vocalist, late 20’s/early 30’s, attractive, small to medium build. Jada is strong and talented but sometimes finds herself struggling to balance her career, faith, and love. Tracye (Supporting Role) - Open ethnicity female, late 20’s/early 30’s. ‘Plain Jane’ type. Although, she is less flashy and prefers sports to fashion, Jada considers her as a best friend. Brandon (Supporting Role) - African-American male. 5’9”-5’11”, late 20s/early 30’s, very attractive. Brandon is Jada’s smooth talking ex-boyfriend. Sam (Supporting Role), African-American male, attractive, 5’8 to 5’9. He is deeply rooted in the church and has a huge crush on Jada but hasn’t figured out how to get her attention. DJ – Open ethnicity, He hosts karaoke night at the club (karaoke material/equipment is a plus) Singers/Servers – Looking for singers with amazing voices of all ages to be added to the show. AUDITIONS:Actors only: Monday, November 23, 2015 Singers only: Tuesday, November 24, 2015 (bring soundtrack) 6:00pm to 8:30pm HobbsStyle CastingOffice 26250 Euclid Ave, Suite 211 Euclid, OH 44132 (inside the Euclid Medical Plaza) Please forward full body shot and resume to ClevelandCasting(a)gmail.com to receive confirmation, sides (11/19), and rehearsal schedule. Place the role desired in the subject line.

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Get your piano tuned for the holidays.
by David Spondike via NEohioPAL 20 Nov '15

20 Nov '15

Is Your Piano ready for the holidays? Winter time means dryer air and dryer air means your piano is probably going flat. With guests, parties, holiday cheer, and carols in front of the fire, be sure your piano is ready for the holiday season. Tuning, Cleaning, Sticky Keys Take care of it now before it is too late. If your regular tuner is booked, or you do not have a regular tuner, give me a call or drop me an email. Don’t be left out in the cold with an out of tune piano. Schedule your tuning today! Appointment times available: 330-801-0089 davidsfinetuning(a)gmail.com Visit my webpage at http://www.davidsfinetuning.com Join me on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/davidsfinetuning/ David’s Fine Tuning & Piano Service “Hear the difference.” Serving greater Akron, Cleveland, and northeast Ohio. PTG Associate Member

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Only 3 more chances to see Nunsense @ Independence Community Theater!
by Jarred Nichols via NEohioPAL 20 Nov '15

20 Nov '15

Independence Community Theater proudly presents *Nunsense*, A Musical Comedy by Dan Goggin! Check out our Facebook Event Page for pics of the show & general Catholic hilarity! https://www.facebook.com/events/738434346288852/744696615662625/ "Sinfully funny!" says NBC News... "...a genuine blessing!" says The New York Times... "Meh." says The Hoboken Reporter... November 6, 7, 13, 14, 15, 20, 21 & 22 Fridays and Saturdays @ 8 PM Sundays @ 2 PM Independence Old Town Hall 6652 Brecksvile Rd. Independence, Ohio 44131 All tickets only $12! Available at the door or by calling the box office: 216-447-0443 **Reservations are strongly recommended!** Featuring an all-star ensemble of Cleveland theatre veterans: Linda Waranai as Sr. Mary Regina Judith Lasecki as Sr. Mary Hubert Kathleen Caldwell as Sr. Mary Amnesia Jennifer Sindyla as Sr. Robert Anne Celia Lupton as Sr. Mary Leo Director: Jarred Nichols Music Director: Gail Wirick Choreographer: Debbie Conway Stage Manager: Nancy Marusek Produced by special arrangement with Samuel French. Winner of four 1986 Outer Critics’ Circle Awards including Best Off-Broadway Musical, *Nunsense *begins when the Little Sisters of Hoboken discover that their cook, Sister Julia, Child of God, has accidentally poisoned 52 of the sisters, and they are in dire need of funds for the burials. The sisters decide that the best way to raise the money is to put on a variety show, so they take over the school auditorium, which is currently set up for the eighth grade production of “Grease.” Here we meet Reverend Mother Regina, a former circus performer; Sister Mary Hubert, the Mistress of Novices; a streetwise nun from Brooklyn named Sister Robert Anne; Sister Mary Leo, a novice who is a wannabe ballerina; and the delightfully wacky Sister Mary Amnesia, the nun who lost her memory when a crucifix fell on her head. Featuring star turns, tap and ballet dancing, an audience quiz, and comic surprises, this show has become an international phenomenon. With more than 5000 productions worldwide, it has been translated into 21 languages!

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*AUDITIONS @ none too fragile theatre Sunday, November 22nd 3 - 6pm*
by Sean Derry via NEohioPAL 20 Nov '15

20 Nov '15

Akron's Premiere Black Box Theatre announces auditions for their 2016 spring line-up! None Too Fragile is located in the heart of Akron's Merriman Valley at the Southern Gateway to the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. An intimate 80 seat, black box, Off Broadway style theatre is celebrating the opening of their 24th production and 4th theatrical season on January 29th, 2016! AUDITIONS: When: Sunday, November 22nd, 3 - 6pm. No appointments. Arrive asap. Where: 1835 Merriman Rd, Akron, 44313 Needed: Contemporary Monologue/ Reading from selected script(s). **All non-Equity Actors are paid a stipend of $400. ***Equity Contracts will be considered. Productions & Characters being cast: 1. Pure Shock Value by Matt Pelfrey Satire/Dark Comedy-directed by Sean Derry January 29th - February 13th Pure Shock Value by Matt Pelfrey is an in-your-face black comedy with witty dialogue and riotous situations. Three industry bottom-feeders: Ethan, Gabby and Tex on the brink of abandoning their careers, find America’s hippest, edgiest, director: Julian Quintana, convulsing in their backyard, but instead of getting him medical attention, they imprison him in their apartment until he agrees to make their celluloid dreams come true. "Pelfrey's Pure Shock Value brilliantly updates the scathingly bleak Hollywood satire for a post-Tarantino generation of Silver Lake Slackers. " - S.F. Bay Guardian Breakdown: Gabby - Female/Any Ethnicity/Age 25-35 Ethan - Male/Any Ethnicity/Age 30-35 Tex - Male/Any Ethnicity/ Age 25-30 Julian - Male/Any Ethnicity/ Age 40's 2. A Kid Like Jake by Daniel Pearle Dramedy - directed by Sean Derry March 11th - 26th The admissions cycle for Manhattan's most exclusive private schools, Alex and Greg have high hopes for their son Jake, a precocious four-year-old who happens to prefer Cinderella to G.I. Joe. But as the process continues, Jake's behavior becomes erratic and perplexing, and other adults in his life start to wonder whether his fondness for dress-up might be cause for concern. The story of a husband and wife struggling to do right by their son, A KID LIKE JAKE is a study of intimacy and parenthood and the fantasies that accompany both. Breakdown: Alex - Female/Any Ethnicity/Age 30's Greg - Male/Any Ethnicity/Age 30's Judy - Female/Any Ethnicity/Age 40-60's Nurse - Female/Any Ethnicity/Age 20's 3. The Beauty Queen of Leenane by Martin McDonagh Dark Comedy - directed by Sean Derry April 22nd - May 7th 1998 Drama Desk Awards -Outstanding Play *(WINNER)* 1998 Drama League Award <https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Drama_League_Award> - Best Play *(WINNER)* 1998 Lucille Lortel Award <https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lucille_Lortel_Award> - Outstanding Play *(WINNER)* 1998 Outer Critics Circle Award <https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Outer_Critics_Circle_Award> - Best Broadway Play*(WINNER)* 1998 Drama Critics <https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_York_Drama_Critics%27_Circle>Circle Award (Nomination) Set in the mountains of Conemara, County Galway, Ireland. The Beauty Queen of Leenane tells the darkly comic tale of Maureen Folan, a plain and lonely woman, and Mag, her manipulative aging mother, whose interference in Maureen's first and possibly final chance of a loving relationship sets in motion a train of events that leads inexorably towards the plays terrifying denouement. Breakdown: Mag Folan - Cast(Anne McEvoy) Maureen Folan - Cast (Derdriu Ring) Pato Dooley - Male/White/Age 37-43 Ray Dooley - Male/White/Age 20's Any Questions can be directed to: Sean Derry Co-Artistic Director none too fragile theater Sjsderry@gmail. <Sjsderry(a)gmail.com>com

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Final Call for Registration for Performers Interested in Improving Their Voices
by Wandering Aesthetics via NEohioPAL 19 Nov '15

19 Nov '15

Wandering Aesthetics, in conjunction with Akropolis Performance Lab, is proud to announce a SPECIAL EVENT of The Open Door: Akron’s Performance Exchange. The eighth of these monthly workshops and first SPECIAL EVENT of its kind will be held on Sunday, November 22nd from 6 PM – 9 PM at Lifesource Yoga located at 300 N. Cleveland-Massillon Rd., Suite 2 in Akron, Ohio. Tuition: $50.00 Enrollment: 4 minimum, 12 maximum This month’s session will be The Awakened Voice: Vocal Empowerment through Song, an introductory workshop with Akropolis Performance Lab, lead by Zhenya Lavy, Co-Founder and Co-Artistic Director of Akropolis Performance Lab, with support from other APL Artists. The event is open to the public. For more information or to register visit www.watheatre.com/opendoor <http://www.watheatre.com/opendoor> or email watheatre(a)gmail.com <mailto:watheatre@gmail.com> About the Open Door: Drawing from the rich artistic traditions within Akron, our mission is to introduce community members to diverse forms of creative expression, building community by crossing boundaries, enriching lives and opening the door to the imagination. The Open Door is a monthly workshop led by a different master teacher each session and highlighting a different area associated with performance. From physical action to voice to dance, anyone can benefit from these skills. No experience necessary!!! About the Session: Akropolis Performance Lab (Seattle, WA) partners with Wandering Aesthetics to offer The Awakened Voice: Vocal Empowerment through Song, an exciting workshop to introduce Northeast Ohio performers to the vocal practices developed and practiced by Artistic Director Zhenya Lavy through 25 years of in-depth investigation of voice work. Together we will work to expand your essential instrument and amplify your trust of the body and its responses. With an emphasis on process over prescription. APL’s methodologies open up a means for tapping into artistic potentiality and move the participant toward a single fundamental objective: Living Impulses shaped by Deliberate Form piloted by an Engaged Mind Drawing on APL’s laboratory practice, as well as the individual practices and the Central & Eastern European artistic heritage of APL’s directors, participants can expect to work primarily with traditional song to awaken their voices and empower their capacity to listen, respond, and connect with others by means of the voice. Searching for the point where the performer transcends technique and experiences song as a simultaneously living and historied force, participants will be introduced to: •exercises in partner and group relation to develop physical sensitivity, communication, and dialogues (rhythm, resonance, sound, impulse, space) •principles of vocal pre-expressivity, especially the organization of vocal behavior through resonance, sound association, articulation, pitch and modulation, consonance and dissonance, mood, vibratory quality, and voice-movement-space relationships •techniques for engaging the vocal imagination through sound-making as a physical process •daily practice strategies for the mental and physical tuning of the body/mind through precision, focus, and discipline The singing will be a cappella and will incorporate both monophonic and polyphonic work. The songs, which originate from a variety of cultures and are sung in a variety of languages, will be taught by ear. Preparation: Participants should bring 1-2 traditional folk songs they know by heart in any language they choose. Come prepared to sweat and to sing durationally, with few pauses. Dress comfortably for movement and bring water. We work in bare feet and stand while working. Some physical activity accompanies the vocal work. Previous vocal training is not required. However, if you are not accustomed to physical, expansive, durational vocal work, we recommend that you spend 1-3 hours humming lightly each day during the week leading up to the workshop. The Awakened Voice: Vocal Empowerment through Song is open to performers of all experience levels who are interested in exploring the essential elements of vocal craft in a dynamic, creative, and supportive environment. We look forward to working with you! About Akropolis Performance Lab: Akropolis Performance Lab is an ensemble-based theatre company founded in Seattle in 2000 by Co-Artistic Directors Joseph and Zhenya Lavy. Working in the artistic lineage of Central and Eastern European masters such as Meyerhold, Vakhtangov, and Grotowski, APL has developed Theatre of Polyphony, its aesthetic signature for ensemble-driven work at the nexus of physical action, song, and text that transcends popular pressures to common relevancy and pulses with the temporal force of artistic permanence. Recent work includes Pomegranate & Ash (2015, On the Boards Open Studio) and Uncle Vanya (2014). Their new original, world premiere production, Ecce Faustus, opens in February 2016. Visit APL online at www.akropolisperformancelab.com <http://www.akropolisperformancelab.com/>.

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Free Class for Artists Interested in Learning About Social Media!
by Benjamin Rexroad via NEohioPAL 19 Nov '15

19 Nov '15

FREE MOBILE MEDIA CLASSES FOR ARTISTS WHO ARE INTERESTED IN SELF-PROMOTION!!! The Akronist is proud to continue our partnership with First Night Akron to provide free mobile media workshops. Workshop Dates, Times & Locations: Ellet Branch Library 2470 E. Market St. • Akron, OH 44312 Monday, November 23 from 6:30 – 7:30 PM North Hill Branch Library 183 E. Cuyahoga Falls Ave. • Akron, OH 44310 Monday, November 30 from 6:30 – 7:30 PM Portage Lakes Branch Library 4261 Manchester Rd. • Akron, OH 44319 Monday, December 7 from 6:30 – 7:30 PM Firestone Park Branch Library 1486 Aster Ave. • Akron, OH 44301 Monday, December 14 from 6:30 – 7:30 PM About the Workshop: Have you ever wanted to try your hand at journalism, but didn’t know where to start? Do you struggle with how to promote your work, but feel intimated by social media? In preparation for the 20th annual First Night Akron, the Akronist is holding a series of mobile media workshops at local branches of the Akron-Summit County Public Library. Each hour-long session is a stand-alone class designed to give you an understanding of digital media “on-the-go.” Some of the subjects covered will include: uploading a video from your phone to YouTube, correctly and effectively using hashtags and composing the 140-character caption commonly known as a Tweet. Freelance journalist Yolanda Heisler will lead each workshop. At the end of each session, participants will upload a short video celebrating the 20th anniversary of First Night Akron using #20FirstNights. This class is open to ALL; there are no restrictions. Registration not required. Email benjamin(a)akronist.com <mailto:benjamin@akronist.com> with any questions. This workshop is a MUST for artists, musicians, vendors or anyone who wants to learn to better promote their work via social media. About First Night Akron: Make plans for New Year’s Eve and join the fun in Downtown Akron. Now in its 20th year, First Night Akron is a New Year’s Eve celebration unlike any other. Enjoy indoor entertainment and fun for all ages throughout Downtown Akron featuring the region's best in music, dance, theater, visual and interactive arts. This family-friendly celebration of the arts brings the community together to create lasting memories. Come in out of the cold and celebrate the New Year.

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