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Gilda Shedstecker Presents! The Golden Girls
by Doug Tennant via NEohioPAL 14 Sep '15

14 Sep '15

*Gilda Shedstecker Presents!* *Gilda Strikes Gold:GOLDEN GIRLS LIVE!!* Imitation is the most sincere form of flattery, and *Gilda Shedstecker Presents!* is excited to bring another bold parody to the Kathleen Howland Theatre, with impersonations of beloved Bea Arthur, Rue McClanahan, Betty White, and Estelle Getty as the iconic culture sensation of the 1980s, The Golden Girls*.* *GSP!* fondly and gently pokes fun at these favorite mature ladies and pays homage to many of their fans' favorite moments from the show. Michael Burkhardt stars as Rose, Brad Vincent as Blanche, Joey Anderson as Sophia, and Bart Herman as Dorothy, with Manuel Halkias as the ever-present and super-underachiever Stan Zbornak. The cast also includes Patrice Rittenhouse, Kitty Deames Burgett, Ellen Fox, Stephon Harris, Grace Worley, Paige Worley, Linda Alexander-Radak, Frances Hall, Tiffeny Brown and Trudy Koehler. The show opens September 18, with performances September 19, 20, 25, and 26 at 8:00 pm, at Kathleen Howland Theatre at 2nd April Galerie, 324 Cleveland Ave NW Canton OH. The content of this play is similar to the comedy in the original show, appropriate for children if they watch the reruns. Directed by Doug Tennant, stage manager is Tawny Plumley Burkhardt. Call 330-451-0924 or visit http://bit.do/GSP_GoldGirls <http://bit.do/GSP_GoldGirls> for tickets. All seats are $10.00.

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Workshop Players Auditions: The Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens, Adapted By Michael Paller - Tuesday, September 15 at 7 p.m.
by Workshop Players via NEohioPAL 14 Sep '15

14 Sep '15

Workshop Players will hold auditions for The Christmas Carol, by Charles Dickens, adapted by Michael Paller and directed by Jonathan McCleery on Sunday, September 13 & Tuesday, September 15 at 7 pm. Call-backs will be Wednesday, September 16, 7 pm. The theater is located at 44820 Middle Ridge Rd. in Amherst. This is not your typical Christmas Carol. The time is Christmas Eve. Dickens and his wife have invited over friends for a Yuletide celebration. They ask Charles for a story. Charles whisks his guests up to the attic where the Dickens’ theatrical props are stored. There he distributes various parts for his guests to play in a story he’s just developing. The result is the familiar Christmas Carol story. 48 characters are portrayed by only 10 actors. The ability to portray several distinct characters is a must. English accents strongly recommended. Some characters use Cockney*. Some ages of the characters may be altered to accommodate casting requirements. Preparation: Children will be asked to tell a story with 2 or more characters in which they may act out the action and dialogue. Limit 2-3 minutes. Adults are asked to prepare 2 monologues which demonstrate an ability to portray distinct characters. Limit 3 minutes total for both. Call backs will consist of readings from the script. Some acting exercises may also be included in the audition process. Rehearsals: Tentatively set for Mondays through Thursdays from 7-9 pm at the theater. Tech rehearsal will be Sunday November 15 at 2 pm. Come to auditions with any conflicts you may have. Since school will be in session we will try to limit the number of rehearsals involving the children, and we will send them home as early as possible. However, the closer we get to opening, the more frequent rehearsals will be, and the later they will run. Please be advised. We require a parent or guardian to be present for each child while rehearsing. Charles Dickens – Please understand: we are not casting Scrooge, we are casting Dickens who portrays Scrooge. Dickens was in his early 30’s when Christmas Carol was written. High energy, engaging and winsome, although melancholy at the opening. The Child – about 10 years old. Precocious, troublesome, the embodiment of Dickens’ repressed inner child, struggling to find release in Dickens’ writing. Mark Lemon – Editor of Punch magazine, a humorous weekly. Good natured. Loves a joke, but tends to complain about unexpected events. Huge appetite and waistline. A fat suit might be necessary. Plays First Portly Gentleman, Fezziwig, Fat Man, Man on the Bed. Frederick Dickens – Charles’ younger brother, early 20’s. Something of'a ne’er-do-well but of the charming'variety. Portrays Fred, Young Scrooge, Peter Cratchit, Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come (first appearance), Old Joe* Clarkson Stanfield – an artist. About 32. Has a gentle yet mischievous demeanor. A major plus if you can play violin reasonably well. Portrays Bob Cratchit, Ghost of Christmas Past, Topper, The Thin Man, The Undertaker*. Helen Hogarth – 10-year-old niece of Charles Dickens. Portrays a Caroller, Fan, a Little Fezziwig, Belinda Cratchit. Charley Dickens – Charles’ son, also about 10 years old. Portrays a Caroller, Young Ebenezer, a Little Fezziwig, Tiny Tim, the Boy Mrs. Stanford – Wife of Clarkson, early 30’s. Delicately featured. Sings a duet in the course of the play. Portrays Belle, Martha Cratchit, Mrs. Fred’s sister, the Charwoman*. Catherine Dickens – Wife of Charles, late 20’s or early 30’s. Taller than Mrs. Stanford. Sings a duet in the course of the play. Portrays Mrs. Fezziwig, Mrs. Crachit, Mrs. Fred, Mrs. Dilber* John Forster – Dickens’ closest friend and advisor. 30’s. Gruff. Intimidating in appearance and demeanor, yet with an underlying playfulness. Portrays, Second Portly Gentleman, Ghost of Jacob Marley, Dick Wilkins, Ghost of Christmas Present, Man with Handkerchief, Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come (second appearance) Please direct your questions to the director: Jonathan McCleery (strongheart11(a)yahoo.com) Performance dates will be: November 19-21 and 28-29; December 4-6 and 11-13 Come be part of retelling this classic tale in such a unique and fascinating way. -- Workshop Players 44820 Middle Ridge Road, Amherst, OH 44001 Box Office: 440-988-5613 (Box Office hours: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.) contact(a)workshopplayers.com www.workshopplayers.com "If all the world's a stage, I want better lighting!"

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Long Form Improv Wednesday! $5.00 admission!
by Renee via NEohioPAL 14 Sep '15

14 Sep '15

Dennis! Improv Comedy every third Wednesday of the Month at The Bevy In Birdtown. This Improv Comedy features Dionne Atchison, James Catullo, Jeremiah Widmer, Joseph Lewis, John Cesa, & Tracy Cubbal. Join them on Wednesday, September 16th as they make you laugh.. $5 admission at the door. Doors open at 7:30, show starts at 8:00 The Bevy in Birdtown 12112 Madison Avenue Lakewood

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Mamai Theatre Company's DEATH AND THE MAIDEN opens Thursday at Kennedy's, Playhouse Square & a WCPN interview with playwright Ariel Dorfman!
by Christine via NEohioPAL 14 Sep '15

14 Sep '15

*Mamai** Theatre Company's critically-acclaimed 2015 season continues September 17th!* You can sponsor <http://www.mamaitheatreco.org/#!tickets/cvvh>, join our mailing list <http://www.mamaitheatreco.org/#!tickets/cvvh> or purchase tickets <http://www.mamaitheatreco.org/#!death-and-the-maiden/cbsd> online! *DEATH AND THE MAIDEN* *By Ariel Dorfman* Directed by Katia P. Schwarz Scenic Design by Don McBride Lighting Design by Robert Peck Sound Design by Richard Ingraham Costume Design by Katia P. Schwarz Properties Design by Cody Swanson SEPTEMBER 17 - OCTOBER 4, 2015 Kennedy's at Playhouse Square 1501 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44115 Thursdays - Saturdays at 7:30 pm Sundays at 2:30 pm With: Derdriu Ring* as Paulina Jeffrey Grover* as Gerardo Terence Cranendonk as Roberto *Actor appears courtesy of Actors’ Equity Association TICKETS: www.mamaitheatreco.org <http://www.mamaitheatreco.org/#!death-and-the-maiden/cbsd> or phone the Playhouse Square Box Office directly at 216.241.6000 Adults: $22 Seniors (65 & older): $20 Students (25 & under): $15 Air-Conditioned. Ample area garage and street parking. Open seating with the exception of press and sponsors. Please arrive early. Note: This production venue is *not* ADA Accessible. *This production is supported in part by the residents of Cuyahoga County through a public grant from Cuyahoga Arts & Culture.* Details <http://www.mamaitheatreco.org/#!death-and-the-maiden/cbsd> *DEATH AND THE MAIDEN* A democratic age is dawning in an unspecified Latin American country. When her husband offers hospitality to a stranger, Paulina, haunted by her past, believes she recognizes their guest’s voice as that of the man who tortured her 15 years earlier. The 48 hours that follow radically alter the lives of all three. This 1991 thriller gave a new voice to women’s survivorship awareness, and is an unforgettable three-handed acting triumph. Mamai Artistic Associate and Director Katia P. Schwarz notes: “What resonates for me is that Paulina’s experiences represent the stories of countless others who have lived through the brutal dictatorships of Latin America, South Africa’s Apartheid era and others. The play serves as a stark reminder of the human rights violations we continue to witness in the world today.” *Special Pre-Show Event on 90.3 WCPN* Tune in to hear Dee Perry chat with playwright Ariel Dorfman and a scene from the production on "The Sound of Applause" at 2 & 10 pm on Thursday, September 17th. *Special Post Show Events at Kennedy's* *Sunday, September 20thLIVING UNDER A DICTATORSHIP* Panelists will include guests Alex Quintana, Ricardo Morales, Ernesto Guevara, and Alondra Pacheco, all of whom have experienced life under dictatorship. *Sunday, September 27thHEALING FROM TRAUMA * Guest Panelists Annette Kent and Kate Biddle of the Cleveland Rape Crisis Center. *Local Public Funding Supports & Enriches the Work of Mamai Theatre Company* In 2015, Mamai Theatre Company received over $3,700 in support from Cuyahoga Arts & Culture, which has helped us produce our third season as Cleveland’s newest classical theatre. This type of funding strengthens our community and enriches the quality of life in our neighborhoods for people of all ages. We’d like to take this opportunity to tell you a little bit more about this extremely important funding partner. The financial support received from the residents of Cuyahoga County through Cuyahoga Arts & Culture will help Mamai Theatre Company bring you our third production this season: Ariel Dorfman’s important play, Death and the Maiden. In keeping with our mission to create equal opportunity for women in the professional theatre, this production features a strong female protagonist and is directed by a woman. Cuyahoga Arts & Culture is the public funder of arts and culture organizations, programs and events in Cuyahoga County. Cuyahoga Arts & Culture’s sole funding source is a dedicated cigarette tax levied within Cuyahoga County. Established by voters in 2007, CAC has awarded over 1,200 grants since then, distributing over $125 million in tax dollars to more than 300 organizations based in the County. Cuyahoga Arts & Culture’s sole funding source is a dedicated tax within Cuyahoga County. Renewal of this funding source will be on the ballot on November 3 for voters to consider. Please take a few minutes to learn more about this important source of public funding and Cuyahoga Arts & Culture by visiting their website: cacgrants.org.

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Review of "A Comedy of Tenors" at Cleveland Play House
by Bob Abelman via NEohioPAL 13 Sep '15

13 Sep '15

The more, the merrier in Cleveland Play House’s ‘A Comedy of Tenors’ Bob Abelman Cleveland Jewish News, The News Herald, The Morning Journal Member, International Association of Theatre Critics Sometimes, whether through divine intervention or the heights of human inspiration, art is elevated to a higher level and becomes transcendent. Evidence of this can be found in the masterworks of Monet, Mozart, Michelangelo and, now, Ludwig. OK, this is a huge exaggeration. Which is fine since playwright Ken Ludwig’s art form of choice is farce, where overstatement is not only expected but required. In his plays, clueless characters find themselves mistaken for others, running in circles in their underwear, and in unlikely situations that escalate in pace and improbability to the point of absurdity. And many doors get slammed in their wake. No, farce is not fine art or high art. But Ludwig has most certainly raised the bar with “A Comedy of Tenors,” currently on stage in its world premiere at Cleveland Play House. For more of this review, go to www.clevelandjewishnews.com/columnists/.

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**Private Training - Complete Class Schedule**
by Edward Niam via NEohioPAL 13 Sep '15

13 Sep '15

*Tai Chi Institute USA* *~The Movement of Life~* *Private Training* An alternative when your schedule does not permit you to attend a regular class and there are numerous benefits to *Private Training*: - You set the frequency and schedule of your classes - Classes can be held at your home/office or our location - Personalized attention - Learn at an accelerated rate - Focus on strengthening the areas with the most need **Fee Structure: Sold in packages of 4, 7 and 12 one hour classes payable in advance. Please contact us for more details and scheduling options. Tai Chi Institute USA is pleased to announce the creation of 2 new beginner’s classes: -Wednesdays starting September 23rd at 7 pm at King’s Gym in Bedford Heights. -Saturday’s starting September 26th at Namaste Yoga Studio in Northfield. Check our website, www.taichicleveland.com, for details, registration and payment information. **Complete Class Schedule** Tai Chi *~The Movement of Life~* Monday: · Federated Church – *Seniors* Tai Chi, 10 am – Chagrin Falls Tuesday · Hillcrest Academy – Tai Chi, 6:30 pm – South Euclid Wednesday · Kings Gym – Tai Chi, 9:30 am – Bedford Heights · Kings Gym - Tai Chi, 7:00 pm – Bedford Heights Thursday · All About Dance by Kristen – Tai Chi, 8:15 pm – Stow Saturday · Hillcrest Academy – Tai Chi, 10 am – South Euclid · Namaste Yoga Studio – Tai Chi, 12:30 pm – Northfield **Check “Class Schedule” on our website for details regarding every event** ~The Movement of Life~ is a unique program suitable for all ages blending the healing qualities of Tai Chi Chuan, Qi Gong, Meditation, Shaolin Kung Fu and Acupressure to fine tune and recharge your mental, physical and spiritual health. Physical benefits may include improved posture, balance and flexibility, added strength and endurance, an improved digestive system, increased muscle and bone density, normalized metabolism, weight loss and a stronger immune system. Favorable mental and spiritual results include relieving of tension and stress, releasing anxiety, creating a mind-body connection, enhancing focus and awareness, removing energy blocks, gaining a sense of calmness and well-being and lessening mood swings. ~The Movement of Life~ can also positively affect conditions such as arthritis, fibromyalgia, migraines, Parkinson’s and diabetes. About our facilitator: Sifu Edward Niam is a Master of Shaolin Kung Fu, Tai Chi Chuan, Qi Gong, Pa Kua Chang, Shaolin Healing Touch, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Acupuncture. He has been helping people utilize the secrets of alternative health and wellness therapies for more than 40 years. Please note that as a member of Tai Chi Institute USA there are 7 weekly classes at 5 locations that you are welcome to attend. Classes are held at Federated Church in Chagrin Falls, Hillcrest Academy in South Euclid, Kings Gym in Bedford Heights, All About Dance! By Kristen in Stow and Namaste Yoga Studio in Northfield. Details for each class can be found on the Calendar on the home page of our website. The fee structure for 2015 is as follows: 8 week session per person - $120.00, 8 week session per couple (spouse, partner, family member) - $200.00. To register call the Institute at 330.564.7558, email us at taichicleveland(a)gmail.com or visit our website and register and pay online using the secure PayPal link. Or Mail your check made payable to Edward Niam, 8565 E. Washington Street, Suite 106, Chagrin Falls, Ohio 44023. Register early – class size is limited. www.taichicleveland.com *Tai Chi Institute USA* *"Free your spirit, still your mind, open your heart and hear the music inside of you..."* *~The Movement of Life~TM* *Shaolin Warrior Athlete Training* Sifu Edward Niam Master-TCM, SKF http://twitter.com/ <http://goog_682850697>edwardniam http://www.linkedin.com/in/edwardniam 8565 Washington Street Suite 106 Chagrin Falls, Ohio 44023 330.564.7558 http://sifuedwardniam.icnbuys.com www.taichicleveland.com taichicleveland(a)gmail.com [image: --] Edward Niam [image: https://]about.me/SifuEdwardNiam <https://about.me/SifuEdwardNiam?promo=email_sig> "Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away."

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Berko review: A COMEDY OF TENORS @ Cleveland Play House
by Roy Berko via NEohioPAL 13 Sep '15

13 Sep '15

To read Roy Berko's review of A COMEDY OF TENORS @ Cleveland Play House go to www.royberko.info. To receive his reviews immediately after they are posted on-line go to the blog and follow the directions in the right hand column. Roy's reviews and previews also appear on Broadwayworld.com, artsamerica.com, and coolcleveland.com Please vote for Issue 8--which supports Cuyahoga County's Arts & Culture sector and is NOT A TAX INCREASE.

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This is the Show Choir you have been waiting to join...!!!
by via NEohioPAL 13 Sep '15

13 Sep '15

Have you ever dreamed of singing with the band Foreigner? Performing at Playhouse Square? Joining the Musical Theater Project on stage? Or just making someone's day by joining hands with the elderly in a sing-a-long? We are Note-oriety Show Choir...and we have been there and done that!!! The group, formerly known as the "SELREC Singers," is holding auditions for the 2015-2016 season! Based in Solon for the last five years, the 30-member adult show choir is looking for new members, both male and female, age 18+. Our repertoire includes mostly pop tunes and Broadway show tunes with a healthy mix of a little bit of everything else...country, classic, folk, etc. Directed by R. Scott Posey with accompaniment by Ann Michael, Note-oriety Show Choir presents two big concert series each year....our winter holiday concert, usually held in the Solon High School Lecture Hall in early December which is a formal event with music folders and a festive theme....and our spring concert series, which includes three performances in June in the Solon High School Performing Arts Center. Our June show includes choreography, costumes, sets, and an orchestra, and all of our music is memorized. Our theme for the June 2016 concert will include songs from 'Pop Artists through the Decades.' The group meets every Tuesday evening throughout the year (except in summer) from 7p-9p, usually at Orchard Middle School. As we get closer to the spring show, we will add additional rehearsals as needed for choreography, solo and ensemble groups, and extra preparation for the performances. If you are selected to be a part of the "front line" dance group, you will be called for an extra rehearsal a week, usually beginning in late February or early March. The front line group will be selected in early February. Interested in joining our amazing group? Email svnoteoriety(a)gmail.com for more information as soon as possible! ***Please DO NOT hit reply to this email....please email: svnoteoriety(a)gmail.com with your name, email address, and phone number, and someone will get back to you ASAP. Rehearsals/Auditions run Tuesday evenings through September (with the exception of September 22) at 7pm at Orchard Middle School in Solon on Craemer Drive off SOM Center Road/Rte 91. Audition information will be sent to you via email when you let us know of your interest. Don't delay -- join today!!! See you on the stage!

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Special Needs Dance Class
by Vicki Fritzman via NEohioPAL 13 Sep '15

13 Sep '15

[image: Inline image 1] A DANCE CLASS FOR SPECIAL NEEDS /CHALLENGED INDIVIDUALS. There is no movement too big and no movement too small! This class is for special needs individuals of all ages and any type of ability. Come and journey with us through music and movement delightfully taught by a choreographer with over 30 years of experience. This class session begins October 6, 2015 and runs through December 3, 2015. Available class times: Tuesday ~~ 11:00am—12 noon Wednesday ~~ 1:30 pm—2:30 pm Thursday ~~ 7:00 pm—8:00 pm Classes are held at—The United Church of Christ, 32801 Electric Ave, in Avon Lake, just west of Rt. 83/Avon-Belden Rd. Each 1 hour class is $17.50—cash or check accepted. Punch cards are also available for purchase with a $5.00 discount per purchase of 4 classes. 4-punch card = $65.00 ($70 value less $5.00 discount) 8-punch card = $130.00 ($140 value less $10.00 discount) Call Victoria Fritzman at 440-930-4782 for sign up and payment, or email at singingvic(a)gmail.com. There is a class limit of 20 participants. PLEASE NOTE: PARENTS MUST ACCOMPANY THEIR CHILDREN AND REMAIN IN THE CLASSROOM DURING THE ONE HOUR SESSION.

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What Were They Thinking: Larry in the First Row
by Bob Abelman via NEohioPAL 13 Sep '15

13 Sep '15

What Were They Thinking: Larry In The First Row Bob Abelman Cleveland Jewish News, The News Herald, The Morning Journal Member, International Association of Theatre Critics When we theatergoers take our seats, lost in the anticipation of an evening of live entertainment, so much around us goes unnoticed or underappreciated. The ornamental rosettes, acanthus leaves, and assorted curlicues that decorate crown molding. The meticulous notes from the dramaturg buried in the middle of the playbill. Larry in the first row. If you’ve ever attended the repertory performances of The Great Lakes Theater, subscribed to Ensemble or Dobama, or visited Mercury Theatre, the CVLT or Rabbit Run… there, overlooked and innocuous, is Larry – the patron saint of local theater – always in the first row. To say that Larry loves theater is an understatement. It is his primary passion and his most fulfilling pleasure. It does not define him, but theater most certainly completes him. Larry is an arts advocate. He is an adoring admirer and voracious promoter with the discerning eye of a professional critic. He is equally appreciative of equity performers and earnest amateurs, is unabashedly open to theater in all its many manifestations, and greets every production as if it was his first and has the potential to be the best. Larry is an innocent. He is astoundingly unaware or unconcerned that he is the only man at “Menopause: The Musical,” the only straight man in the audience of an all-gay revue, and the only octogenarian attending children’s theater without a child in tow. Larry is a Caucasian Jew at a Karamu House production of “Black Nativity.” There he is in the first row. For the rest of this article, which was written on Father’s Day in 2009 for the Chagrin Valley Times, go to www.clevelandjewishnews.com/columnists/. Larry passed away on Saturday, Sept. 12, at the age of 88.

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