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Wascally Wabbits! CPT kicks off the 2015-16 with audacious WHITE RABBIT RED RABBIT by Nassim Soleimanpour....starring 16 notable Cleveland artists, politicians & entertainers. (Oct 8-25)
by Cathleen OMalley via NEohioPAL 01 Oct '15

01 Oct '15

Cleveland Public Theatre presents WHITE RABBIT RED RABBIT<http://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2015-2016/white-rabbit-red-ra…> October 8 -25 In association with Aurora Nova Productions Written by Nassim Soleimanpour REGIONAL PREMIERE No director. No set. No rehearsals...and a different actor performing the script each night, knowing absolutely nothing about the play before the moment of walking onstage. Called "stunning...thought-provoking and morally unsettling" (FringeReview), this adventure of ideas by Iranian playwright Nassim Soleimanpour invokes humor, intimacy and "a menagerie of allegorical animals" (BBC News) to create a uniquely "live" collaborative experience between writer, actor and audience. **Due to the intimate nature of the performance, there is NO LATE SEATING. Doors close at show time - please plan accordingly.** FEATURING (IN ORDER OF PERFORMANCE) JEREMY PAUL (OCT 8) * HON. WARD 3 COUNCILMAN JOE CIMPERMAN (OCT 9) DARIUS STUBBS (OCT 10) * LILLY CORONA (OCT 11) * JAMES LEVIN (OCT 12) * STEPHANIE MORRISON HRBEK (OCT 14) * PETER LAWSON JONES* (OCT 15) * RA WASHINGTON (OCT 16) * BILL RUDMAN (OCT 17) * DANA HART* (OCT 18) * DERDRIU RING* (OCT 19) * MIKE POLK (OCT 21) * MARGARET FORD-TAYLOR (OCT 22) * MICHAEL MAULDIN* (OCT 23) * DAVID HANSEN (OCT 24) * ANNE MCEVOY (OCT 25) *Actor appears courtesy of Actors' Equity Association, the Union of Professional Actors and Stage Managers. Shows Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday at 7:00pm, CPT's Parish Hall Tickets $20 - $25 :: Students/Seniors get $3 off The show features a different actor each night. Return to see the show with a different actor for just $10. www.cptonline.org<http://www.cptonline.org> | 216-631-2727 x501 6415 Detroit Avenue, Cleveland OH 44102 **EVERY FRIDAY is Free Beer Friday - mingle with artists after the show and enjoy your drinks on us. Tickets available at www.cptonline.org<http://www.cptonline.org> or (216) 631-2727 ext. 501. (And no ticket fees, ever.) Cathleen O'Malley Director of Audience Engagement and Media Relations Ph: 216.631.2727 ext. 212 | www.cptonline.org<http://www.cptonline.org/>

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“Master the Art:” Craft and Skills Development Private Coaching Monologue & Character Development, Theatre & On-Camera Auditions & Acting
by sue holland johnson via NEohioPAL 01 Oct '15

01 Oct '15

“Master the Art:” Craft and Skills Development Private Coaching "Master the Art:" Monologue & Character Development, Theatre & On-Camera Auditions & Acting If you are an aspiring or experienced actor pursuing your passion, or career in the creative arts, “Master the Art” coaching can help you learn or hone your artistic craft & the business basics of being a professional. . “Master the Art:” Monologue Development . “Master the Art:” Character Development . “Master the Art:” Theatre Auditioning . “Master the Art:” Theatre Acting . “Master the Art:” On-camera Auditioning . “Master the Art:” On-camera Acting “Master the Art” private coaching helps you improve . Performance Preparation . Performance Power Private Coaching by appointment. Fees Option: Sun sign analysis & interpretation to give you insights & help you do your craft work. Coach: Sue Johnson, SAG/AFTRA Exec. Director, Wake Up And Live’s Actors’ Studio (WUAL) Producer, Director “Wake Up And Live with the Arts” wakeupandlives(a)gmail.com Ask us about our WUAL Performances & Presentations. Custom designed for your event. Thought for the day. “To thine own self be true.”

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Friday after hours with Shaker Film Czar
by Prelude2Cinema via NEohioPAL 01 Oct '15

01 Oct '15

Prelude2Cinema is very pleased that LaunchHouse is supporting us as we build a Cinema Accelerator. During Fridays in October about 5pm to 8pm, the office of the Film Czar will be open. Feel free to visit and get news about the Cinema Accelerator and sign up for it. The office of Film Czar is at Prelude2Cinema at Shaker LaunchHouse Office 5A at 3558 Lee Road, Shaker Heights, Ohio 44120 Free events but please RSVP on Facebook https://m.facebook.com/events/913290728753178/ Or email alexmichaels(a)prelude2cinema.com So we can expect you Sincerely, Alex P. Michaels "Subtle, Honest, Entertaining, Advertisement." http://www.prelude2cinema.com Visit The Shaker Film Czar Helping Artists Become Profitable http://www.shakerfilmczar.com

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Lighting Designer Needed
by Marc Howard via NEohioPAL 01 Oct '15

01 Oct '15

Aurora Community Theatre is in search of a lighting designer for their upcoming production of The Boys Next Door. If interested, please contact the show's Producer/Stage Manger at dabe9ers(a)windstream.net

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Final Weekend to see: Lakeland production of Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf
by Martin Friedman via NEohioPAL 01 Oct '15

01 Oct '15

Lakeland Civic Theatre announces *A compelling play* *Edward Albee's* *Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?* By Edward Albee Directed by Martin Friedman Set and Lighting Design by Kirsten Nichole Costume Design by Jordan Cooper Sound Designed by Eric Simna Production Stage Manager Nichole Vencl *Featuring **Gregory Violand* and Molly McGinnis** *Courtesy of *Actor’s Equity Association* *The Play:** Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?* Written in 1962 by Edward Albee <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edward_Albee> *Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?* won both the 1963 Tony Award for Best Play <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tony_Award_for_Best_Play> and the 1962–63 New York Drama Critics' Circle <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_York_Drama_Critics%27_Circle> Award for Best Play. Its stars won the 1963 Tony Awards for Best Actor and Actress as well. It was also selected for the 1963 Pulitzer Prize for Drama <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pulitzer_Prize_for_Drama> by that award's drama jury. However, the award's advisory board – the trustees of Columbia University <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Columbia_University> – objected to the play's then-controversial use of profanity and sexual themes, and overruled the award's advisory committee, awarding no Pulitzer Prize for drama in 1963. The play was revived on Broadway <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Broadway_theatre> at the Longacre Theatre <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Longacre_Theatre>, opening in March 2005 in previews and closing on September 4, 2005 after 177 performances and 8 previews. Bill Irwin won the 2005 Tony Award for Best Actor <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tony_Award_for_Best_Performance_by_a_Leading_…> for his role. On December 12, 2010, the Steppenwolf Theatre <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steppenwolf_Theatre> in Chicago <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chicago>, Illinois <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Illinois> began performances of the play featuring Amy Morton <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amy_Morton> as Martha, Tracy Letts <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tracy_Letts> (the Pulitzer Prize <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pulitzer_Prize>-winning playwright of *August: Osage County <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/August:_Osage_County>*)[16] <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Who%27s_Afraid_of_Virginia_Woolf%3F#cite_note…> as George. The dialogue has been hailed by some critics as some of the greatest in all of the American theatre. *Production Dates:* *Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf? *will open on Friday, September 18 and run through October 4, 2015. *The Roles:* *Martha*: *Molly McGinnis** *George*: *Gregory Violand** *Nick*: *Daniel Simpson* *Honey*: *Katie Nabors* · Courtesy of Actor’s Equity Association *Production Dates:* *Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf? **will open on Friday, September 18 and run through October 4, 2015:* *Friday October 2 @ 7:30pm* *Saturday, October 3 @ 7:30pm* *Sunday, October 4 @ 2:00pm* *Tickets: **$15 for adults, $13 for seniors and $7 for all students. Call 440.525.7134 <440.525.7134> for for ticket reservations and information about group discounts. For more information please contact Dr. Martin Friedman at martinfriedman98(a)gmail.com <martinfriedman98(a)gmail.com>. * *Rodehorst Performing Arts Center:* *Building “D” at Lakeland Community College. Free Parking in the Faculty/Staff Parking Lots. Take I 90 East and exit Route #306. Turn right and turn left into Lakeland Community College and get into the right land. Turn right at the stop sign and then take another right at the next stop sign and then turn left into the parking lot. The theatre is to the left of the large Clocktower on your left. * *For more information email Martin Friedman at martinfriedman98(a)gmail.com <martinfriedman98(a)gmail.com> or call at 216/233-5441 <216%2F233-5441>.*

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Hot Toxic Love Oozes Out of Cain Park This Summer
by Ksenia Roshchakovsky via NEohioPAL 01 Oct '15

01 Oct '15

Cleveland Professional Premiere of THE TOXIC AVENGER June 2-26, 2016 Cain Park Alma Theater Directed by NATHAN MOTTA. Music direction by JORDAN COOPER. Book and Lyrics by Joe DiPietro. Music and Lyrics by David Bryan. Based on Lloyd Kaufman's film, The Toxic Avenger. AUDITIONS FEBRUARY 19-21, 2016. Audition details to follow. Five actors play 30 roles in “this toxic love story with an environmental twist.” Melvin Ferd the Third, an aspiring earth scientist, wants to clean up the most polluted town in New Jersey, Tromaville. Foiled by the mayor's bullies, Melvin is dumped into a vat of radioactive toxic waste, only to reemerge as THE TOXIC AVENGER, New Jersey's first superhero. Affectionately known as Toxie, this new hero is a seven-foot mutant freak with superhuman strength and a heart as big as Newark. He's out to save New Jersey, end global warming, and woo the blind librarian in town. Winner of the Outer Critics Circle Award for Best Off-Broadway Musical, THE TOXIC AVENGER was also nominated for a Drama Desk Award for “Outstanding Book of a Musical as well as a Lucille Lortel Award for “Outstanding Musical.” The original cast from the Alley production of THE TOXIC AVENGER got together in June of 2015 with the show's authors for a concert at 54 Below in New York City: https://www.youtube.com/watch?list=PLF80C4246A734E550&t=12&v=voZhE0C6Oic [http://intranet/images/02_facebook.png]<http://www.facebook.com/clevelandheightsoh> [http://intranet/images/01_twitter.png] <http://http://twitter.com/ClvHtsGov> [http://intranet/images/03_youtube.png] <https://www.youtube.com/user/ClevelandHeightsOH> [http://intranet/images/14_google.png] <https://plus.google.com/b/112157175417837806161/+cityofclevelandheights>

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Mr. Kringle & Company(R) Casting Call for 2015 Season of Kringle's Inventionasium(R)
by MrKringle Jobs via NEohioPAL 01 Oct '15

01 Oct '15

*Mr. Kringle & Company*®* Casting Call for 2015 Season of Kringle's Inventionasium*® Location: Cleveland, OH Type: Interactive Theater Production Company: The Mr. Kringle® Company, LLC *AUDITION INFORMATION *– KRINGLE’S INVENTIONASIUM® Kringle’s Inventionasium® is a 60 minute, fully immersive, interactive theatrical experience developed in Cleveland by the Mr. Kringle® Company, LLC in association with the Mr. Kringle® Licensing Group. The Inventionasium® is Mr. Kringle's top secret inventing laboratory. Guests tour different departments, explore each area and engage in hands-on activities to help Kringle, his family, friends and fellow inventors prepare for the holiday season. The experience concludes with a photo opportunity and private visit with Mr. Kringle® as well as a trip through Kringle’s Toy Shoppe® Kringle’s Inventionasium® entertains over 20,000 guests annually during a 30 day run, attracts diverse families from all across the country and boasts one of the "Best Santas in the U.S.” according to TIME.com. Visit www.mrkringle.com. *AUDITION DATES & LOCATION* Open Call: Saturday, October 10, 2:00 – 5 PM Sunday, October 11, 2:00 – 5 PM Monday, October 12, 6:00 – 9 PM Mr. Kringle & Company® Corporate Headquarters is located on Level 1 inside Tower City Center at 230 W Huron Rd. Cleveland, OH 44113. To audition, please email jobs(a)mrkringle.com with the date you’ll be attending as well as your phone number. If you are unable to attend the auditions, you may submit a video audition, along with headshot/resume to the same email address. No phone calls please. Walk-Ins welcome. Please submit to: jobs(a)mrkringle.com by 2015-10-09 *AUDITION PREPARATION* Please prepare a one minute monologue that showcases heightened characterization and physicality. Sides will be given for cold reads. Dress for movement and come prepared to participate in group character & improvisation exercises. Bring current headshot and resume. A qualified Performer would meet the following criteria: - Thrives in team environment - Outgoing personality - Character actor - Excellence in performing and sustaining funny voices or accents - Ability to engage crowds with honest enthusiasm - Loves working with families and children - Willing to make a difference in a guests’ experience - Comfortable working in a fast-paced, environment - Available to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays - +18 years *PERFORMANCE DATES* Previews: November 14 (VIP/Sponsors), 15, 17, 18 6pm – 8pm Full Production: November 20 (Opening); December 1-3, 8-10, 14-17 from 3pm - 8pm; November 21, 27; December 4-6, 11-13, 18-23 from 10am - 8pm; November 28 (Winterfest) from 10am - 9pm; November 22, 29 from 11am - 7pm December 24 (Closing) from 10am - 3pm *REHEARSALS* Orientation: Friday October 16th at 6:30pm Rehearsal Period: October 19th to November 19, 2015 Weeknight Rehearsals: 6:00 – 10:00pm. Weekend Rehearsals: Saturday rehearsals could be morning or afternoon. Sunday rehearsals could be afternoon or evening. *ROLES AVAILABLE* All roles are open to ages +18. Positions are Non-Equity. Full and Part-Time schedules available. No participation fees required. For a complete list of available Roles & Character Descriptions, Visit: http://www.mrkringle.com/blogs/news/53391557-employment-opportunity *PERFORMANCE COMPENSATION* All Actors will receive hourly compensation for performances. PAID: $10-14/Hour depending on role. *PRODUCTION TEAM* Based on original characters and story by: Michael Chiappe Director: Miron Gusso; For more information about Miron, Visit http://www.mirongusso.com Artistic Director – Jimmy Langa Operations Director – Greg Markowitz Hospitality Director – Jake Hastings Questions? Contact Miron Gusso at mirongusso(a)gmail.com This casting notice was posted by: The Mr. Kringle® Company, LLC

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TWO MEDIUMS AT LARGE return to Clague Playhouse, Saturday, October 17, 2015
by Alex Nalbach via NEohioPAL 01 Oct '15

01 Oct '15

Clague Playhouse, 1371 Clague Road,Westlake, will host its fall fundraising event, “Two Mediums at Large,” on Saturday,October 17, 2015 at 8:00 PM. As Halloween approaches, come for an evening of“spirited” fun! Have you ever seena live demonstration of Mediumship? In a group setting, many Spirits are ableto “get through”: join us to participate in a gallery-style Message Event! Yourguides, Susan Averre and Marjorie Rivera, are multi-faceted, Lily Dale-trainedprofessionals. Tickets are $20 ifreserved in advance, or $25 at the door, and may be purchased by calling thebox office at 440-331-0403 Wednesday through Saturday from 1–6 p.m. This eventhas sold out twice before, so don’t delay! Upcoming theatricalproductions at Clague Playhouse this season will include Nuncrackers (November 13-December 13), Proof (January 15-February 7), Miracleon South Division Street (March 11-April 3), and Panache (May 6-29): please visit clagueplayhouse.org for details.

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A musical, a mystery, auditions, and Halloween! - October at CVLT
by Chagrin Valley Little Theatre via NEohioPAL 01 Oct '15

01 Oct '15

Trouble viewing this email? See it on the web at http://www.cvlt.org/monthlymail.htm <http://www.cvlt.org/monthlymail.htm> CHAGRIN VALLEY LITTLE THEATRE October 2015 News & Events www.CVLT.org <http://www.CVLT.org>440-247-8955 40 River Street, Chagrin Falls OH 44022 Facebook.com/ChagrinTheatre <http://www.Facebook.com/ChagrinTheatre> Twitter.com/ChagrinTheatre <http://twitter.com/ChagrinTheatre> Instagram.com/ChagrinTheatre <http://instagram.com/ChagrinTheatre> Happening in October… * *October 2, 3, & 4:* SOUTH PACIFIC: IN CONCERT <http://www.cvlt.org/86thSeason/southpacific.php?utm_source=monthlymail&utm_…> with the Chagrin Falls Studio Orchestra * *October 7 - 11:* 6th Annual Chagrin Falls Documentary Film Festival <http://www.chagrinfilmfest.org> * *October 16 - 31:* SCOTLAND ROAD <http://www.cvlt.org/86thSeason/scotlandroad.php?utm_source=monthlymail&utm_…> * *October 18 & 19:* Auditions: VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE <http://www.cvlt.org/auditions.php?utm_source=monthlymail&utm_medium=email&u…> * *October 24 & 25:* Ghosts, Goblins & Gobbledygook <http://www.cvlt.org/86thSeason/ghostsgoblins.php?utm_source=monthlymail&utm…> Coming in November… * *November 14 & 15:* Youth Theater Showcase * *November 20 - December 19:* Chitty Chitty Bang Bang <https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=54835> (Main Stage, Musical) * *November 27 - December 12:* The Norwegians <https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=55093> (River Street Playhouse, Comedy) */South Pacific: In Concert <http://www.cvlt.org/86thSeason/southpacific.php?utm_source=monthlymail&utm_…>/* *Music: Richard Rodgers Lyrics: Oscar Hammerstein II Book: Oscar Hammerstein II & Joshua Logan* *Friday, October 2 at 8 PM Saturday, October 3 at 8 PM Sunday, October 4 at 2 PM* *Tickets: * $25 *For information see www.cvlt.org/86thSeason/southpacific.php <http://www.cvlt.org/86thSeason/southpacific.php?utm_source=monthlymail&utm_…> or call 440-247-8955* CVLT and Chagrin Falls Studio Orchestra bring you a concert performance of the Rogers & Hammerstein classic, SOUTH PACIFIC. The story of romance between American nurse stationed on a South Pacific island during World War II and an expatriate French plantation owner yielded such classic songs as "Bali Ha'i", "I'm Gonna Wash That Man Right Outa My Hair", "Some Enchanted Evening", "There Is Nothing Like a Dame", "Happy Talk", "Younger Than Springtime" and "I'm in Love with a Wonderful Guy". This is a rare chance to hear the full score performed with a full-size orchestra! Sponsored by HAMLET VILLAGE <http://www.hamletretirement.com/> STRATOS WEALTH PARTNERS / LPL FINANCIAL <http://www.stratoswealthpartners.com>, Phil Rini NANCY ROGOFF GANLEY VW/SUBARU of BEDFORD <http://www.ganleyvwbedford.com/>, Michael Friedman LANTERN of CHAGRIN VALLEY <http://www.lanternlifestyle.com/southrussell/>, Jean Makesh */Scotland Road <http://www.cvlt.org/86thSeason/scotlandroad.php?utm_source=monthlymail&utm_…>/* *by Jeffrey Hatcher* *Fridays & Saturdays October 16 - 31 at 8 PM* *Tickets: * $12 *For information see www.cvlt.org/86thSeason/scotlandroad.php <http://www.cvlt.org/86thSeason/scotlandroad.php?utm_source=monthlymail&utm_…> or call 440-247-8955* Directed by Laurel Bryant Starring VINCE SAROWATZ, THERESA COLLINS, CLAUDIA LILLIBRIDGE and LINDA RYAN A beautiful young woman in nineteenth-century clothing is found floating on an iceberg in the middle of the North Atlantic. When rescued, she says only one word: "Titanic." The woman, Winifred, is taken to an isolated spot on the coast of Maine where an expert on the sinking of the liner, a mysterious man named John, has arranged to interrogate her. His goal: to reveal her true identity. In Jeffrey Hatcher's winding and improbable tale is a delicious game of cat-and-mouse where no one is what they seem. As time runs out, what secrets will be revealed as they make one final journey to Scotland Road? This 1993 winner of the Lois and Richard Rosenthal's fifth-annual New Play Prize wraps a suspenseful package of intrigue and psychodrama! */Ghosts, Goblins, and Gobbledygook <http://www.cvlt.org/86thSeason/ghostsgoblins.php?utm_source=monthlymail&utm…>/* *Saturday, October 24 at 2 PM Sunday, October 25 at 2 PM* *Tickets: * $8 *For information see www.cvlt.org/86thSeason/ghostsgoblins.php <http://www.cvlt.org/86thSeason/ghostsgoblins.php?utm_source=monthlymail&utm…> or call 440-247-8955* The annual Halloween production of Ghosts, Goblins and Gobbledygook is returning to Chagrin Valley Little Theatre's Main Stage on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 24 and 25! This show is intended for little ones ages 3-8. Kids will watch as "Queenie" and the puppet "Mousie" will present a fairy tale, our Youth Theatre will present short Halloween 'playlets', there will be a "Skeleton Dance", and CVLT's own Edmond Wolff will play the guitar and sing Halloween songs. Our usual villain "The Greedy Pumpkin" is back again to taunt the kids, but "Wanda, the Good Witch" will be there to save the day. As always, there will be a costume parade for kids on the stage (parents, bring your cameras!), Halloween treats for everyone, and prizes from the Pocket of "The Pocket Lady"! */Chagrin Documentary Film Festival <http://www.chagrinfilmfest.org>/* *October 7 - 11, 2015* *For information see www.chagrinfilmfest.org <http://www.chagrinfilmfest.org>* Chagrin Valley Little Theatre is pleased to serve once again as the home of the Chagrin Documentary Film Fest, now in its sixth year, featuring 66 films from 28 countries. The Chagrin Documentary Film Festival is dedicated to educating audiences and empowering talented filmmakers to tell their stories. The Festival is a five day celebration of the art of documentary film, at venues in and around the century village of Chagrin Falls Ohio. This inspiring event draws audiences from all over Northeast Ohio, the US and the world to experience documentary films and the compelling art and culture they highlight. AUDITIONS for VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE A Comedy by Christopher Durang *Auditions to be held at CVLT Sunday October 18 at 7 PM Monday October 19 at 7 PM* Production Dates: Fridays and Saturdays - January 15 to February 6. Rehearsals to begin first week of December 2015 Directed by Bob McCoy Master of humor Christopher Durang presents the Chekov-esque story of a three middle-aged and single siblings, two of whom live together. When the third comes to visit, they discuss their lives and loves and the fate of the family home. Winner of the Tony Award for Best Play and the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Play, among other awards. VANYA – 50s, living in Bucks Co. PA. Resigned to his life, more or less, at least compared to Sonia SONIA – his adopted sister, early 50s, living with him in Bucks County. Discontent, upset, regretful MASHA – his sister, 50s, glamorous and successful actress who goes gallivanting around the world SPIKE – an aspiring actor 29 or younger, Masha's new companion. Sexy, self-absorbed, but otherwise outgoing and energetic. NINA – lovely, sincere would-be actress, early 20s, visiting her aunt and uncle next door. Star struck, earnest and energetic CASSANDRA – cleaning lady and soothsayer, any age, any race. In the original production, she was played by an African-American actress in her 20s. All roles open. Come prepared to read from the script. Headshots and resumes welcome, but not required. *We want to hear your opinions! Please take our brief survey! <https://spreadsheets.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dE1NM3NxdzNJRX…>* *CVLT.org • 440-247-8955 40 River Street, Chagrin Falls OH 44022* Facebook.com/ChagrinTheatre <http://www.Facebook.com/ChagrinTheatre> | Twitter.com/ChagrinTheatre <http://twitter.com/ChagrinTheatre> | Instagram.com/ChagrinTheatre <http://twitter.com/ChagrinTheatre> Chagrin Valley Little Theatre is generously funded by Cuyahoga County residents through Cuyahoga Arts and Culture <http://cuyahogaartsandculture.org/>. The Ohio Arts Council <http://www.oac.state.oh.us/> helps fund our organization with state tax dollars to encourage economic growth, educational excellence and cultural enrichment for all Ohioans. Proud member of the American Association of Community Theatre <http://www.aact2.org>.

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August Wilson's Essay on Colorblind Casting
by Stephen via NEohioPAL 01 Oct '15

01 Oct '15

August Wilson Assails Colorblind Casting August Wilson attacked the trend to cast actors in roles regardless of their race. "Colorblind casting is an aberrant idea that has never had any validity other than as a tool of Cultural Imperialists who view American culture , rooted in the icons of European culture, as beyond reproach in its perfection . . . ," "To mount an all-black production or partial black production of a Death of a Salesman or any other play conceived for white actors as an investigation of the human condition through the specifics of white culture is to deny us our own humanity, our own history, and the need to make our own investigation from the cultural ground on which we stand as black Americans. It is an assault on our present, our difficult but honorable history in America; is an insult to our intelligence, our playwrights, and our many and varied contributions to the society and the world at large." Wilson proposes that more support be given to black theatres and other cultural institutions. "We do not need colorblind casting," he wrote, "we need some theatres to develop our playwrights." Wilson's words crystallizes points he has been articulating for several years.

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