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Review: Western Reserve Playhouse's Night of January 16th
by Marie Dusini via NEohioPAL 25 Sep '15

25 Sep '15

WHO: Western Reserve Playhouse WHAT: Night of January 16th by Ayn Rand, directed by Brian Westerley WHEN: Remaining performances Sept. 25 and 26 at 8pm WHERE: Western Reserve Playhouse, 3326 Everett Road, Bath/Richfield (Everett & Revere Roads, across from Revere High School) HOW: For tickets, call the reservation line at 330-620-7314, or visit the company website for more information Night of January 16th is a theatrical play, inspired by the death of the "Match King," Ivar Kreuger, written by Ayn Rand. It takes place entirely in a courtroom during a murder trial. An unusual feature of the play is that members of the audience are chosen to play the roles of jury members. The court is hearing the case of Karen Andre (played by Beth Gaiser) a former secretary and lover of businessman Bjorn Faulkner, of whose murder Andre is accused. The play does not directly portray the events leading to Faulkner's death; instead the jury must rely on character testimony and decide whether Andre is guilty. The play's ending depends on the verdict. Rand's intention was to dramatize a conflict between individualism and conformity, with the jury's verdict revealing which viewpoint they preferred. So, a different ending may be had every night. It all depends on the audience that is seeing this show for the first time at Western Reserve Playhouse as we are the first community theatre in our area to produce it. Meg Hopp is playing District Attorney Flint and Dan Colaner is playing Defense Attorney Stevens, Judge Heath in this case will be alternately played by Tom Stephan and Scott Davis all well known actors in our area. Featured actors are Elizabeth Allard playing Nancy Lee, wife of the deceased victim and David Hundertmark as her father. Witnesses to the case at hand are Harriet DeVeto (Magda), Sally Suren (Jungquist), Ron Young (Regan), David Hess (Hutchins), Barry Wakser (van Fleet), Patrick Wilson (Sweeney), Irv Korman (Dr. Kirkland), and Walt Kaminski (Dr. Kirkland). Marc Dusini is seen throughout the production as Baliff Matthew T. Haynes as is Kayleigh Joyce as Felicia del Rio. The play centers on the night of January 16th when Faulkner and Andre were in her penthouse and he apparently fell to his death. But did he? The prosecutor Mr. Flint and Andre’s defense attorney Stevens call witnesses whose testimonies build conflicting stories. Members of the audience who are now the jury members must decide and on any given night what her fate is and who knows what the verdict may be? Brian Westerley, director for this production recently won the regional Northeast Ohio Award for Excellence in Directing for the play Other Desert Cities from the Ohio Community Theatre Association and will go on to the state finals next month. He also directed One Man Show for the Weathervane Playhouse’s 8x 10 series and the show took third place.

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AUDITION NOTICE - NEXT TO NORMAL - TrueNorth Cultural Arts
by Laura Golden via NEohioPAL 25 Sep '15

25 Sep '15

TrueNorth Cultural Arts Rick Fortney, Artistic Director AUDITION INFORMATION winner of 3 Tony Awards and the 2010 Pulitzer Prize Next to Normal Music by Tom Kitt Book & Lyrics by Brian Yorkey Directed by Fred Sternfeld Music Directed by Anthony Trifiletti AUDITION DATES Saturday, October 17th, 2015 - 10:30am - 2:30pm Sunday, October 18th, 2015 - 7:00pm - 10:00pm *If you are unable to make either date, Skype appointments or video submissions are possible. Auditions will be scheduled in (10) minute increments and are by appointment. Walk-ins will be accepted as time permits. To make your appointment please call (440) 949-5200 x221. To inquire about skype or video submissions, please email director Fred Sternfeld at fsternfeld(a)gmail.com CALLBACKS (by invitation) Saturday, October 24th, 2015 in the late morning and early afternoon. LOCATION French Creek Nature & Arts Center 4530 Colorado Avenue, Sheffield Village, OH 44054 AUDITION PREPARATION Please be prepared to present a one minute musical theatre song and a one minute contemporary monologue that are character and objective driven. Selections from Next to Normal are acceptable. ABOUT THE PLAY, AWARDS, SYNOPSIS, CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS, ETC. For complete info, visit Music Theatre International’s Next to Normal webpage at this link: http://www.mtishows.com/show_detail.asp?showid=000383 - All roles are open. - There are no AEA contracts available for this production. - All ethnicities will be considered. REHEARSALS There will be 4 weeks of rehearsal starting on April 9 and a few additional rehearsals in the month preceding to learn the music. Rehearsals will be selected (based on availability of the cast) on weekday evenings, and weekend mornings, afternoons or evenings 3 - 5 times per week. COMPENSATION Non-Equity actors receive a competitive stipend for their participation in this production. PRODUCTION DATES May 6 - 22, 2016. Fridays at 7:30pm; Saturdays at 7:30pm; Sundays 3:00pm. ABOUT DIRECTOR FRED STERNFELD For TrueNorth, Fred Sternfeld most recently directed The Glass Menagerie. Other recent productions include Julius Caesar Set in Africa at Karamu, Rent at Hathaway Brown Theatre Institute and Towards Zero at Coach House Theatre. Fred is widely represented on Northeast Ohio stages through diverse projects, garnering numerous honors and awards. Recently he directed the award-winning productions of Company, Les Miserables: School Edition and A Little Night Music at FPAC, West Side Story, The Miracle Worker and Baby at TrueNorth, Yellowman at Karamu Performing Arts Theatre, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast and Peter Pan at Beck Center, Ragtime, the musical and Man of La Mancha at the JCC and Fiddler on the Roof and The Sound of Music at Cain Park. www.fredsternfeld.com.

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It is time to move the Berko "Spitfire Grill" review discussion to the Yahoo Board
by Fred Sternfeld via NEohioPAL 25 Sep '15

25 Sep '15

Hello All, Thanks for the lively discussion about Roy Berko's recent review of Spitfire Grill! It appears that the conversation has run its course, so additional postings will not be approved to the Neohiopal list. However, additional comments can be posted to the Neopal Discussion Board at this link <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/neopal/>. Warm Regards, -- Fred Sternfeld Neohiopal Ltd. Owner and Administrator fredsternfeld(a)neohiopal.org http://www.fredsternfeld.com/neohiopal/ <http://www.fredsternfeld.com/neohiopal.htm>

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Moustache Yourself - live Gypsy Jazz at Beck Center Wednesday, SEP 30
by Matthew Charboneau via NEohioPAL 25 Sep '15

25 Sep '15

Beck Center for the Arts Presents Red Stage Summer Music Series Moustache Yourself - Wednesday, September 30th 6:30pm to 8:30pm We've got a little red stage on our front patio....and we're gonna use it! Beck Center for the Arts is proud to present an eclectic, highly entertaining series of outdoor evening music concerts<http://www.beckcenter.org/events/red-stage-summer-music-series/>. Join us and take in the sounds of some of Northeast Ohio's best musicians, playing styles such as Latin jazz, honky tonk, Americana, Gypsy jazz, roots rock, and more! Concerts are free of charge and open to the public. Music will take place 6:30 to 8:30 in the evening, and local craft beer, refreshments, and gelato will be available for purchase (cash only). Guests are encouraged to bring blankets and lawn chairs. The summer series culminates on Wednesday, September 30th from 6:30 to 8:30pm with Moustache Yourself<http://moustacheyourself.wix.com/moustacheyourself>, a gypsy jazz quartet hailing from Akron. Band members Jeremy Jones (guitar), Jeremey Poparad (guitar), Brad Wagner (clarinet and sax), and Matthew DeRubertis (acoustic bass) are on a mission to incorporate the history of gypsy jazz into an eclectic mix of songs ranging from the style's beginnings to present day, which includes originals written by members of Moustache Yourself. Gypsy jazz, also known as gypsy swing, hot club jazz, or by the French name, "jazz manouche" is a style of jazz music made famous by guitarist Django Reinhardt in the 1930s. It's infectious rhythm and harmonies are sure to capture your soul! (Rain Location: Indoor on the Mackey Main Stage) For the full summer schedule, visit here<http://www.beckcenter.org/events/red-stage-summer-music-series/>! Beck Center for the Arts Red Stage Summer Music Series is generously sponsored by the Callahan Foundation.

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Talespinner's GIANT of a tale, FINN McCOOL, starts second weekend with PAY WHAT YOU CAN!
by Alison Garrigan via NEohioPAL 25 Sep '15

25 Sep '15

*Talespinner Children's Theatre presents* *FINN McCOOL* *(a Tale of Irish Mythology)* *Adapted by Christopher Johnston* *Directed by Alison Garrigan* *Movement by Katelyn Cornelius* *Second Weekend Starts with PAY WHAT YOU CAN!* *Talespinner Children's Theatre (TCT)* continues its 2015 mainstage season with a gigantic tale from the shores of the Emerald Isle. Using live action, puppets, music, magic and more, FINN McCOOL (a Tale of Irish Mythology), adapted by Christopher Johnston, reveals a story of overcoming humongous obstacles--that may make storytellers of us all! FINN McCOOL is onstage NOW and runs through Sunday, October 11th at TCT's home, the Reinberger Auditorium, 5209 Detroit Avenue, Cleveland, OH, 44102. *Friday, September 25th, 7pm is a PAY WHAT YOU CAN!* Pay any amount at the door to get in. What Critics are saying about FINN McCOOL (a Tale of Irish Mythology): "...the Talespinner troupe once again demonstrates the explosive acting energy and clever staging invention they’ve become known for. And that’s a darn good thing." --*Christine Howey, Scene Magazine * *"Finn McCool (a Tale of Irish Mythology)* combines everything that makes theatre great..." --*LandOfCleve.net* Sean and Siobhan are the only children in Farfetchedtown who don't have a story to tell. With the help of a wise Storyteller and some wily Wee Folk, they travel through the land of Faerie to meet the Greatest Giant of All Ireland, Finn McCool. But Finn has a mighty big problem of his own. Can Sean and Siobhan help Finn put things right and get their story? Come on down to Farfetchedtown to find out! *FINN McCOOL (a Tale of Irish Mythology)* Adapted by Christopher Johnston Directed by Alison Garrigan Movement by Katelyn Cornelius Lighting Design: Josh Heidinger Costume & Mask Design: Melanie Boeman Sets & Puppet Design: Alison Garrigan Stage Manager: Brittany Gaul Scenic Artist: Carrie Williams *Acting Company:* Sean: Devon Turchan Siobhan: Leah P. Smith Arnie McBlarney: Sean Seibert Finn: Chris opher Walker Cuchullin: John Busser Oona: Margi Herwald Zitelli *Presenting Sponsor for FINN McCOOL:* *The Irish American Charitable Foundation * *Also Sponsored by:* *PJ McIntyre's* *Performances:* September 19th through October 11th *Show times:* Fridays at 7pm, Saturdays at 2pm & 7pm, Sundays at 2pm. *Tickets:* $10 for children age 12 and under, $12 for seniors and students with a College ID, $15 for ages 13 and up. Group and Educational rates are also available. TCT will present Pay What You Can performances on Sunday, September 20th at 2pm, and on Fridays, September 25th, October 2nd, and October 9th at 7pm. To purchase tickets, or for more information, visit us at www.talespinnerchildrenstheatre.org or call 216.264.9680 ABOUT TALESPINNER CHILDREN'S THEATRE: TCT is a Cleveland-based company that develops and produces highly imaginative, original, collaborative and interactive professional works for children that also stimulate creative growth in its artists. At any time, these pieces may involve acting, dance, music, puppetry, tumbling, drumming, and numerous other artistic disciplines as imagined by the artistic teams working with and for TCT, and are open to all creative possibility. TCT's aim is to bring theatre to the community in its fullest form providing excitement, growth and joy for all who are involved in and/or touched by its work. Finn McCool (a Tale of Irish Mythology) continues TCT’s fourth exciting season of bringing world stories to Cleveland-area families and children. The 2015 mainstage season began with Rosalynde & the Falcon (A Topsy-Turvy Tale of England), was followed by The Silent Princess (a Turkish Folktale), and concludes with Prince Ivan & the Firebird (a Russian Tale of Magic.) TCT strives to reach across socio-economic, cultural and traditional boundaries to help awaken and bring better understanding by opening eyes, ears, hearts and imaginations in the young people (and artists) of Cleveland and its surrounds. TCT creates work that remembers that children are smaller people, not lesser people. Alison Garrigan *Executive Artistic Director*, *Talespinner Children's Theatre* *TCT's Exciting 2015 Season!* *Rosalynde & the Falcon March 28 - April 19* *The Silent Princess June 6 - 28* *Finn McCool September 19 - October 11* *Prince Ivan & the Firebird November 28 - December 20* *Don't forget to save the date for TCT's HARLEQUINADE 2015 Benefit on October 17th & 18th!* For more information, or to make reservations, visit TCT's website talespinnerchildrenstheatre.org

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Fall dance classes in Lakewood
by The Movement Factory via NEohioPAL 25 Sep '15

25 Sep '15

MONDAY - Intermediate/Advanced Ballet 7:30-8:45pm WEDNESDAY - All levels Hip Hop 8-9pm FRIDAY - Graham Based Modern Dance 9:30-10:45am SATURDAY - Contemporary Fusion 12-1pm $10 drop in $89 10 class card *mention this ad for $2 off drop in rate! The Movement Factory 13000 Athens Avenue #203 & #303C Lakewood OH 44107 www.themovementfactory.com <http://www.themovementfactory.com/> studio: 216.712.4622

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Mama, Why Me? Opens this weekend
by A. Harris Brown via NEohioPAL 25 Sep '15

25 Sep '15

Make plans to see this stage play production of Mama, Why Me? Garfield Heights Center for the Performing Arts, Garfield Heights, OH A woman's remarkable journey to find love has her looking in all the wrong places. She can't hide from the traps the devil has set for her. Once tragedy strikes, she realizes her true love resides at home. Based on a true story of domestic violence. Saturday, September 26, 2015 - Show Time: 8:00pm Sunday, September 27, 2015 - Show Time: 6:00pm Cost for Tickets Online: $18 in Advance http://m.bpt.me/event/AB/1900099 For more information about the production or the playwright, Ronnie Holman visit http://www.pureproductionscle.com/ _____________________________________ A. Harris Brown "Always know that you are a Masterpiece, because you are a Piece of the Master." www.AHarrisBrown.com

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Re: [NEohioPAL] Proofreading Reviews Before Publishing by Lenne
by JG via NEohioPAL 25 Sep '15

25 Sep '15

I don't think anyone who subscribes to this list claims to be perfect. That includes me. That being said, it is hard to take a call for Mr. Berko to proofread seriously when your message cannot decide whether the word proofread is one word or two. (It is one by the way.) Worse yet you used the wrong form of too, meaning also. ("and perhaps Mr. Berko thinks so to") There are also a few punctuation errors. I don't consider myself the grammar police and I would normally not "call out" a post in a list on spelling and grammar but if you are going to stand as the one to police Mr. Berko about proofreading then you yourself should be above reproach in that manner.

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CAST ANNOUNCED - Bat Boy The Musical - Blank Canvas Theatre
by via NEohioPAL 25 Sep '15

25 Sep '15

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Call for Directors - Spotlights' 2016 Season
by Tim Anderson, Education Director via NEohioPAL 25 Sep '15

25 Sep '15

*Spotlights' 2016 Season - Call for Directors * The Broadview Heights Spotlights Community Theater is seeking directors for three plays in its upcoming 2016 season. *Durang/Durang:* Six Plays by Christopher Durang including *Mrs. Sorken*, *For Whom the Southern Belle Tolls*, *A Stye of the Eye*, *Nina in the Morning*, *Wanda’s Visit*, and *Business Lunch at the Russian Tea Room* Runs January 29 - February 13, 2016 *Barbecuing Hamlet* by Pat Cook Runs April 22 - May 7, 2016 *Talk Radio *by Eric Bogosian Runs September 16 - October 1, 2016 Interested and qualified individuals should send a written statement (please specify show(s) of interest and why you are interested in working at the Spotlights) and resume to president(a)broadview-heights-spotlights.org by *Sunday, October 11.* Please also include your availability for a potential interview on Sunday, October 25.

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