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Last Chance to Audition for Role in "A Streetcar Named Desire"
by Cliff Wilson via NEohioPAL 01 Oct '15

01 Oct '15

*Cleveland Opera Theater is holding auditions* *for 3 roles in Previn’s “A Streetcar Named Desire,”* show runs Dec. 4 and Dec. 6. *Auditions by appointment* are held on *Thursday, Oct. 8th* at the *Cleveland Masonic Auditorium*, E. 36th and Euclid Ave, from *6:00 – 8:00PM.* Roles being cast: 1. *Steve* (tenor/speaking role): Stanley Kowalski's poker buddy. Steve is brutish, hot-blooded and an abusive husband. 2. *A Doctor* (speaking, non-singing role): Arrives at the play's finale to escort Blanche to an asylum. His image conforms to Blanche's notions of a chivalric Southern gentleman. 3. Pablo: (non-singing/non-speaking role) Another of Stanley's poker buddies. Pablo is Hispanic and emphasizes the cultural diversity of their neighborhood. For an appointment, please send your request along with your resume to: cwilson(a)clevelandoperatheater.org *Deadline to request an audition is: Oct. 5, 2015.* -- Cliff Wilson Artistic Administrator Cleveland Opera Theater cwilson(a)clevelandoperatheater.org Upcoming Production: *A Streetcar Named Desire <http://www.clevelandoperatheater.org/#!streetcar-named-desire/c12fd>* Friday, December 4, 7:30pm Sunday, December 6, 3:00pm Cleveland Masonic Auditorium

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Broadway Connection Master Class on Monday, October 12 at Beck Center
by Jonathan Kronenberger via NEohioPAL 30 Sep '15

30 Sep '15

Beck Center for the Arts is pleased to announce our upcoming Broadway Connection Master Class with BC Teacher and current cast member of BULLETS OVER BROADWAY, Brian Martin. This Broadway Connection Master Class will be held on Monday, October 12 here at Beck Center for the Arts from 5:30-8:30pm. The class will focus on Musical Theater Dance and Audition Technique. The price for the BC Master Class is $40 and is being sponsored by TABC, our parent volunteer organization. Space is limited to 15 participants, so please let me know as soon as possible if you would like to reserve a place. You can write to reserve your spot at jkronenberger(a)beckcenter.org<mailto:jkronenberger@beckcenter.org> or call 216.521.2540 x27. This is one of four Broadway Connection Master Classes that we are offering over the 2015-2016 season ... and the more you take, the more you save. After you've taken one, the second and third will only be $35 and the fourth only $30! You can reserve your spot in each now. The other Broadway Connection Master Classes coming up are: * Monday November 9, 2015 from 5:30 - 8:30pm focusing on Vocal Audition Technique with a BC Teacher and current cast member of A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER. * Monday April 11, 2016 from 5:30 - 8:30pm focusing on Vocal Technique & University Audition Prep with a BC Teacher and current cast member of BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL * Monday May 16, 2016 from 5:30 - 8:30pm focusing on Contemporary Musical Theater Dance with a BC Teacher and current cast member of MATILDA THE MUSICAL As you can see, each one has a different focus, so no two BC Master Classes will be the same ... other than excellent! For those of you who were able to participate in the BC Master Class last year with BC teacher and NEWSIES cast member, Chaz Wolcott, you'll know it is a valuable experience. And you can reserve a spot in any or all four now! Don't delay! These are guaranteed to fill up quickly! * * * * * Beck Center is located at 17801 Detroit Avenue in Lakewood, Ohio. Beck Center for the Arts is a not-for-profit 501(c)3 organization that offers professional theater productions on two stages, arts education programming in dance, music, theater, visual arts, early childhood, and creative arts therapies for special needs students, and gallery exhibits featuring local and regional artists. For more information about the Beck Center, visit our website at www.beckcenter.org<http://www.beckcenter.org>.

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Adults needed to fill ensemble roles in The Wizard Of Oz
by via NEohioPAL 30 Sep '15

30 Sep '15

Beachwood Community Theater seeks adults whowould like to get into the act or on to the stage! We are beginningthe rehearsal process of L. Frank Baum’s The Wizard of Oz and in need of adultsto fill the ensemble roles in Emerald city along with the roles of the witche’sguards. Rehearsals have begun. If this is something you or someone you knowmay want to undertake contact director Jill Koslen-Freireich at216=595-3734. You too can follow theyellow brick road! Do not delay! No audition is necessary just the desire toperform! PRODUCTION DATES: November 14, 15, 20 ,21,22and December 4,5,6 Fridays at 7:30pm, Saturdays at 4pm and Sundays at 2:00 pm

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Dracula Opens at Weathervane Oct. 1
by Todd Dieringer via NEohioPAL 30 Sep '15

30 Sep '15

Just in time for Halloween, Weathervane Playhouse revisits the chilling tale of the world's most famous vampire. Dracula on stage is packed with enough blood, guts, fire, fog and mayhem to jolt even the most jaded playgoer out of his or her seat. Professor Von Helsing and his brave comrades encounter drama, horror and suspense in their brave quest to hunt down and destroy the profoundly evil Count Dracula. Due to adult content, graphic violence and gore, Dracula is recommended for adults. TICKET INFORMATION Special Preview Night Savings! All adult and senior tickets are $16 on Thursday, Oct. 1 only. $10 for children (ages 17 and younger) $8 for college students (with current I.D.) For Performances after Oct. 1 $22 for adults (ages 18 and older) $20 for seniors (ages 65 and older) on Thursdays and Sundays only $10 for children (ages 17 and younger) $11 for college students (with current I.D.) Group Discounts $18 per ticket for groups of 12 to 99 $16 per ticket for group of 100 or larger BOX OFFICE INFORMATION Buy tickets in person or by telephone (330-836-2626) during the following hours: * Mondays: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. * Tuesdays through Fridays: 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. * Performance Saturdays only: Noon to 5 p.m. * The Box Office is also open beginning one hour before each performance and remains open until the final curtain. Buy online at: http://tiny.cc/DraculaAtWeathervane

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DOBAMA THEATRE : PETER & THE STARCATCHER TICKETS GO ON SALE 10/1/15
by JD Tell via NEohioPAL 30 Sep '15

30 Sep '15

Tickets go on sale 10/1/15 for Dobama Theatre's production of PETER AND THE STARCATCHER by Rick Elice, based on the novel by Dave Barry and Ridley PearsonMusic by Wayne Barker Directed by Nathan MottaMusic Director: Jordan Cooper Scenic Design: Aaron BensonLighting Design: Marcus DanaSound Design: Richard IngrahamCostume Design: Tesia Dugan Benson December 4, 2015 - January 3, 2016 Cleveland Premiere - Winner of 5 Tony Awards "You must experience it for yourself." - The New York Times This prequel to “Peter Pan” introduces us to 13-year-old Molly Aster who finds herself in the company of pirates, a giant crocodile, and angry Mollusks as she and three orphan boys (one of whom happens to be unnamed) attempt to return a trunk of precious starstuff to her father. Adventures abound as a mustachioed pirate captain and his sidekick Smee pursue them. Along the way, Molly learns what it means to grow up. The nameless orphan and his friends take up residence on the island where dreams are born and time is never planned - the island where that nameless orphan is christened Peter Pan. This 5-time Tony Award winning play features a dozen actors playing more than 100 unforgettable characters using talent, stagecraft and the limitless possibilities of imagination. Suitable for ages 6 and up. (Some humor that adults will appreciate will fly over younger heads.) Featuring: Molly Israel+, Luke Wehner, Christopher Bohan*, Andrew Gorell*, Kyle Adam+, Ryan Thurman, Jason Leupold, Joe Pine, Robert Ellis*, James Rankin, Tim Keo+, Eugene Sumlin+ and Ryan Zarecki+. * Members of Actor's Equity Association + Equity Membership Candidate Ticket prices $20 - $38; Group Rates Available Box Office: 216-932-3396 or order online 24/7 at dobama.org Performance times:Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 7:30 pmFriday 8:00 pmSaturday 2:30 pm & 8:00 pm (except Saturday, December 4 which has an 8:00 pm performance only)Sundays 2:30 pm (except for Sunday, December 5 which has 2:30 pm & 7:30 pm performances) A "Green Show" of Piratical Fol-de-rol will occur one half hour prior to every performance. Performance dates:Preview: Thursday, December 3Opening: Friday, December 4Saturday, December 5Sunday, December 6 (Matinee & Evening) Thursday, December 10Friday, December 11Saturday, December 12 (Matinee & Evening)Sunday, December 13 Thursday, December 17Friday, December 18Saturday, December 19 (Matinee & Evening)Sunday, December 20 Tuesday, December 22Wednesday, December 23Saturday, December 26 (Matinee & Evening)Sunday, December 27 Tuesday, December 29Wednesday, December 30Saturday, January 2 (Matinee & Evening)Sunday, January 3

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The first time Exact Change will be hosted by a community of faith!
by Aaron Collier via NEohioPAL 30 Sep '15

30 Sep '15

For Immediate Release: For the first time ever, a community of faith will host Exact Change - Christine Howey's inspiring play about finding one's identity. Church in the Circle (University Circle United Methodist church)Is proud to host this important performance event on Thursday October 15th @ 7pm. There will be a talk-back and light refreshments following the performance. About:A play written and performed by Christine Howey & Directed by Scott Plate. Exact Change is a moving play about finding your voice and championing your identity, Exact Change is the powerful and personal story of noted Cleveland actor, journalist and critic Christine Howey (formerly Dick Howey). Before transitioning in 1990, Ms. Howey was a celebrated stage actor in Cleveland, known for playing such heavy-hitting male roles as Lucifer, Goebbels, “Terrible Jim Fitch,” Richard Nixon, God and others. Exact Change is a one-woman tour-de force spiced with political rants, historical reflections, personal stories and an incisive wit that truly packs a punch. Best, Aaron Calafato-CollierCreative Marketing Specialist www.churchinthecircle.com

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Choral Conductor Position
by Judith Higbee via NEohioPAL 30 Sep '15

30 Sep '15

*CHORAL CONDUCTOR POSITION AVAILABLE*: The Vasa Voices of Cleveland consists of about 25 men and women, most of whom are members of the Vasa Order of America, a Swedish fraternal organization. We sing almost exclusively in Swedish, even though only a few among us are native Swedish speakers. Practices are weekly from September to June, typically on Monday evenings, at a church in Cleveland Heights. A pianist is available. We typically do two concerts per year, one in early June and one in early to mid-December in conjunction with the celebration of Lucia and Christmas. We can offer modest compensation. *Please contact: Bo Carlsson Email: Bo.Carlsson(a)case.edu <Bo.Carlsson(a)case.edu>* NOTE: Please do NOT contact Judith. Only contact Mr. Carlsson. Judith Higbee

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THE HAPPY SAD opens this Fri, Oct 2 - sex and dating in our post-monogamy world
by convergence-continuum via NEohioPAL 30 Sep '15

30 Sep '15

OPENING THIS FRI, OCT 2 AT CONVERGENCE-CONTINUUM "THE HAPPY SAD" - A SEXY AND MUSICAL PLAY ABOUT DATING AND RELATIONSHIPS convergence-continuum continues presents the regional premiere of THE HAPPY SAD by Ken Urban, a quirky comedy with songs about sex and dating in our post-monogamy world. Long-term boyfriends Aaron and Marcus struggle with the question of monogamy. Stan discovers that his girlfriend Annie wants to take a break. When Stan and Marcus then meet online and hook up, the lives of these two couples become intriguingly entangled. Meanwhile Annie starts dating David, but she is also fooling around with Alice, who seems to come to the rescue when Mandy has a melt-down in this city with way too many options romantic or otherwise. The Happy Sad is directed by Tyson Douglas Rand, and features Ryan Edlinger, Jack Matuszewski, Ryan Mayer, Nate Miller, Ellie St. Cyr, Hillary Wheelock and Monica Zach. The Happy Sad opens this Fri, Oct. 2 and runs Thu-Sat at 8 pm through Oct. 24 at the Liminis Theater, 2438 Scranton Rd. in Clevelands historic Tremont neighborhood. Tickets are $15 general admission, $12 seniors (65+), $10 students. Reservations and information at http://www.convergence-continuum.org and 216-687-0074. Note: this production contains nudity.

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AUDITIONS AT KARAMU HOUSE FOR BLACK NATIVITY
by richard morris via NEohioPAL 30 Sep '15

30 Sep '15

Karamu House Is Holding AUDITIONS for BLACK NATIVITYBY LANGSTON HUGHES PERFORMANCE DATES: December 4 - 27, 2015 Directed by: Richard H. Morris Jr.Musical Director: Glenn Brackens / Choreographer: Terrence Greene AUDITION DATESMonday October 12 Singers Only 7:00 pm-9:00pmTuesday October 13 Singers/Dancers 7:00 pm-9:00pm AUDITION PREPARATIONKaramu is looking for Singers ages 18 years or older. Singers must prepare 1 ContemporaryGospel song of your choosing. Not to exceed 1 Minute.Singers must also be prepared to singacappella if asked. An accompanist will be provided. Please come prepared for lightmovement. Th ose that are auditioning for Dance must come dressed and prepared for movement.Please be prepared to stay for the entire audition time. All who are auditioning must bring a Headshot and Resume’. LOCATION 2355 east 89th Street, Cleveland Ohio ABOUT THE PLAYKaramu alum Langston Hughes’ classic “Black Nativity” is back just in time for time for the100th anniversary celebration aft er being absent from Karamu since 2012. Black Nativity is aretelling of the classic Nativity story with an entirely African American cast. Sung in gospelstyle, mingled with modern and classical dance styles. Originally written by LangstonHughes, the show was first performed Off -Broadway on December 11, 1961, and was oneof the fi rst plays written by an African American to be staged there. Th e show had a successfultour of Europe in 1962, one of its appearances being at the Spoleto Festival of TwoWorlds in Italy.Black Nativity has been performed annually in Boston, Massachusetts, atTremont Temple since 1969. Black Nativity Has been a holiday classic at Karamu since 1980. REHEARSALSConsists of a 8 week rehearsal schedule, 3-6 time per week. Th e cast will receivea Rehearsal schedule by the fi rst cast meeting or fi rst rehearsal. If you have any Questions feel free to contact Richard H. Morris at216.795.7070 ext.236.

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Introducing the Old-Time string band, Down the Road
by via NEohioPAL 30 Sep '15

30 Sep '15

Down the Road, Cleveland's newest Old-Time string band, is available for weddings, private parties, festivals or any occasion. Here's a sample of some of the band playing Old Mother Flanagan: https://app.box.com/s/bbwyjzvi1gjisv3tt6cs70i3o4yzeldg Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Down-the-Road-1610236402574845/timeline/ Email FiddlerPaul71(a)gmail.com for more information.

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