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LCCC THEATRE AUDITIONS "THE DIVINERS"
by Jeremy Benjamin via NEohioPAL 08 Sep '15

08 Sep '15

Lorain County Community College Theatre Department announces Auditions for "The Diviners" by Jim Leonard Jr. Directed by Dave Cotton Audition Dates: Sunday, Sept. 13, 2 - 5 pm Monday. Sept. 14, 7 - 10 p.m. LCCC¹s Cirigliano Studio Theater Performance Dates: November 19-21, 2015 According to the Samuel French catalogue, ³this marvelously theatrical play is the story of a disturbed young man and his friendship with a disenchanted preacher in southern Indiana in the early 1930s. When the boy was young he almost drowned. This trauma and the loss of his mother in the same accident has left him deathly afraid of water. The preacher, set on breaking away from a long line of Kentucky family preachers, is determined not to do what he does best. He works as a mechanic for the boy's father. The town doesn't have a preacher and the women try to persuade him to preach while he tries to persuade the child to wash. When the preacher finally gets the boy in the river and is washing him, the townspeople mistake the scene for a baptism. They descend on the event and, in the confusion, the boy drowns.² Monologues are welcome, but the focus of the auditions will be on cold readings of scenes from the script. Please plan on staying for the entire audition session. Those wishing to audition should email or call Director of Theatre Jeremy Benjamin (jbenjami(a)lorainccc.edu - 440-366-7120) indicating which date they plan to audition. A copy of the script is on reserve at the LCCC Bass Library circulation desk. The following roles are available. Nothing has been precast. BUDDY LAYMAN an idiot-boy. Buddy is 14 years old. He needs to be physically fit and very agile. Ideally, the actor playing this role will be small of stature. JENNIE MAE LAYMAN his sister. Jennie Mae is 16 years old. She has been shouldering the burden of keeping the house since the death of her mother. FERRIS LAYMAN their father, a mechanic. Late 40¹s - early 50¹s. He is good hearted, opinionated and not much of a disciplinarian. C.C. SHOWERS a backsliding preacher. C.C. is 30. For 12 years he has been a hellfire and damnation preacher in Kentucky. He discovered that ³thinking and preaching don¹t mix² so he left that life and has been walking and thinking for three months searching for a new life. NORMA HENSHAW owner of the Hoosier Dry-Goods, a true believer 40¹s - 60¹s. She is a very determined woman. She knows what¹s right and she will do everything in her power to see that it happens. DARLENE HENSHAW her niece. 17-18 She is anxious to get out and live life in spite of her aunt¹s oppressive ways. GOLDIE SHORT owner of the Dine-Away-Café. 40¹s - 60¹s. She is more interested in business than religion, but she is as devout as she can be. BASIL BENNETT a farmer, the local doctor of sorts. 50¹s - 60¹s. He is full of solid, country wisdom. He cannot tolerate new-fangled machines like tractors and automobiles. LUELLA BENNET his wife, a doubter. 40¹s - 60¹s. She is an eternal skeptic, but follows the crowd. MELVIN WILDER a farmhand. 21 - 22 A young man who ³knows it all². After all, he has been through the Army¹s basic training - twice! DEWEY MAPLES a young farmhand. 17 - 18 Young , impressionable. He is easily led by Melvin. Jeremy K. Benjamin Director of Theatre Production Manager/Technical Director/Designer Lorain County Community College (440) 366-7120 jbenjami(a)lorainccc.edu ³After all of our studies we acquire only that which we put into practice.² -Goethe

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AUDITIONS FOR A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM TOMORROW & THURSDAY!
by TrueNorth via NEohioPAL 08 Sep '15

08 Sep '15

TrueNorth Cultural Arts in partnership with Lorain County Metro Parks is pleased to announce auditions for the 2015-2016 Family Life Series production of... A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM by William Shakespeare Directed by Brian McNally Shakespeare's comedic masterpiece comes to life for the first time on a TrueNorth stage! The classic tale of reckless romance, mistaken identity and magic spells is one of Shakespeare's most celebrated works, and this abridged version is the perfect introduction to the Bard! Mischief and hilarity reign supreme when four young lovers get tangled up with disapproving parents, royal fairies and amateur actors! As winter fast approaches, warm up one last time with A Midsummer Night's Dream! PERFORMANCE DATES November 6th - 15th, 2015 Friday & Saturday at 7:00pm Sunday at 3:00pm REHEARSALS Generally Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday between 5:00pm - 9:00pm based on actors' availability. Possibility of some Sunday morning/early afternoons. AUDITION DATES Wednesday, September 9th 5:30pm-7:30pm Thursday, September 10th 5:30pm-7:30pm Auditions are in 10-minute increments; please call (440) 949-5200 ext 221 to reserve a timeslot. CASTING All roles available for actors grade 6 through adult. PREPARATION Once you've scheduled your audition, you will receive an email confirmation containing sides from the script to study, as well as an audition form to be completed prior to your audition. TrueNorth Cultural Arts is located within the French Creek Nature & Arts Center / 4530 Colorado Ave / Sheffield Village / 44054

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Theatre Auditions for Kent State University at Stark's "Almost, Maine"
by WILLIAMS, CYNTHIA via NEohioPAL 08 Sep '15

08 Sep '15

Kent State University at Stark Theatre announces auditions for Almost, Maine Kent State University at Stark Theatre has announced open auditions for the first theatrical production of the season, Almost, Maine, written by John Cariani 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. On a cold winter's evening, under the magnetic magic of the northern lights, several couples in the sleepy, mythical town of Almost, Maine experience love's joys and perils through a series of romantic, whimsical, unpredictable and often hilarious vignettes. Hearts are embraced, bruised, broken and mended - almost - leaving the people of this remote town forever changed. Auditions for Almost, Maine will be held on September 8 and 9 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 will be required to play multiple characters. No children. Those auditioning have the choice of working from sides (selected scene excerpts) or they may perform a prepared monologue. The director may also choose sides for people. For more information, visit www.kent.edu/stark/theatre-auditions<http://www.kent.edu/stark/theatre-auditions>. The production will be performed on November 13-15 and 20-22 in the Kent State Stark Theatre. Rehearsals commence on September 13 and will take place five evenings a week until opening. Scripts (and audition sides or scene excerpts used for the auditions) 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.). Audition appointments are recommended, but not required. Scripts and audition sides will also be available in the reserve area of the Stark Campus Library.

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Cleveland IndieClub September 20, 2015 FREE MEETING
by Johnny Wu via NEohioPAL 08 Sep '15

08 Sep '15

Come to watch films, network, socialize and eat some great Chinese food (not mandatory)! The Cleveland IndieClub, founded in 2003, 11th year serving the community in Cleveland, is free of charge and for those who have the passion for making movies using film or video (whether it is in acting, directing, producing, writing, lighting or any other skill) and are looking for others who have similar interests. Cleveland IndieClub is part of the national network with over 30,000 members, check out www.facebook.com/groups/clevelandindieclub/ for more information. Cleveland IndieClub Meeting - September 20th. Last of the 2015! As we moving to next year! Let me know if you want to show something (less than 25mins, trailer, music video, etc) DVD or Bluray (or FAT32 USB drive if you know what to do with it) https://www.facebook.com/events/967098853332721/ The Cleveland IndieClub monthly meeting: Sunday, September 20, 2015 Time: 6:30pm sharp and usually last for 3 to 4 hours. Li Wah Chinese Restaurant 2999 Payne Avenue Cleveland, Ohio 44114 (216) 696-6556 (Plenty of parking spaces, right on corner of East 30rd and Payne Avenue, please go into the restaurant which is located in the Plaza and then tell the people there that you are there for IndieClub meeting. A minor request, please patronize the restaurant in buying food; they also have overhead cost to cover for us to have our meeting there free.) ***************** In addition, we will show and discuss short films, scenes, and trailers, and others from Ohio filmmakers that will be participating (if you would like to show your project, please make sure it is less than 28 mins, DVD/Bluray playable, bring an extra copy, and you must be in person to talk about your project). You can also provide Apple TV mp4 format on a FAT32 USB Flash Drive (it may not work with fat32 drives) Currently planned shown films include: - Johnny Wu's T.R.A.C.E. - A Doctor Who Fan Film Webisode Episode 3-4 - Nick D'Amiico's Cleveland Classic Cinema - and many others ------------------ NOTE: If you have a movie on DVD that you would like to have it raffled, bring it to the meeting to have it raffled off to the participants. If you have short films (no longer than 30 mins) that you would like to present and talk about it for future meetings, please email me (first come first serve) ------------------------- Johnny Wu O: 216.539.4634 Dynamic Multicultural Branding Video Production Branding <http://www.mdifilm.com/> www.mdifilm.com inducted into The International Indie Filmmakers Hall of Fame for Outstanding Achievements in Film Editing 2013 Minority Business Entrepreneurs Award Recipient AsiaTown Voice Radio - Sundays 7pm at 88.7FM or listen online at <http://www.ocagc.org/imagetv> www.ocagc.org/imagetv VP of Organization and Public Relations OCA-Cleveland Chapter "Embracing the Hopes and Aspirations of Asian Pacific Americans" OCA Image TV- reaching over 200 million viewers each month OCA AsiaTown Voice - 88.7FM Sundays 7pm-8pm, reaching 9000 listeners monthly worldwide OCA Interactive Kiosk - Interactive Tablet at several AsiaTown locations to promote AsiaTown. <http://www.ocagc.org/> www.ocagc.org Co-Founder/Co-Chair Executive Committee Cleveland Asian Festival <http://www.clevelandasianfestival.org/> www.ClevelandAsianFestival.org Administrator Cleveland IndieClub <http://www.clevelandindieclub.com/> www.clevelandindieclub.com <http://www.facebook.com/groups/ClevelandIndieclub> www.FaceBook.com/groups/ClevelandIndieclub St. Clair Superior Development Board Member Cleveland Museum of Art's International Cleveland Community Advancement Task force AsiaTown Masterplan Inducted into International Karate and Kickboxing Hall of Fame Inducted into World Head of Family Sokeship Council 2014 Legendary Master of the World Head of Family Sokeship Council

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Auditions for STORIES TO DIE FOR, Sept 9 and 10
by Vanbrujah via NEohioPAL 08 Sep '15

08 Sep '15

Theatre 8:15 announces auditions for STORIES TO DIE FOR When Theater 8:15 throws a fundraiser featuring local students artwork at auction, strange things start to happen. Are the weird voices & odd stories the result of student pranks or is there an otherworldly connection? Cast: 3-4 men age 20 -70 3-4 women age 20-70 4 either gender age 14 and up. Auditions: Wednesday, September 9 and Thursday, September 10 - 7:15 - 9:00 pm Callbacks (if needed) Saturday, September 12 @ 1:00 pm Performance Dates: October 17, 17 & 18 October 23 & 24 Friday and Saturday @ 8:15 pm Sunday @ 2:15 pm Theatre 8:15 4740 Massillon Road Green, OH 44232 (330) 896-0339

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AUDITIONS for student FILM @ Cleveland State University
by Brittany Van Horne via NEohioPAL 07 Sep '15

07 Sep '15

CASTING for student film *In Dave We Trust* directed by Samuel Fasano Synopsis: A *dark comedy* in which a high school boy's half-hearted prayer brings God into his bedroom. Determined to prove his existence to a world which no longer believes in him, God enlists the high schooler's help to make him relevant again, using the Bible as his template... but things don't work out so well. *WHEN: *Monday, September 14, 3pm-6pm *WHERE: *Cleveland State University, building and room TBA *CHARACTER BREAKDOWN:* ELMER (14-18 year old appearance/male/open ethnicity): Lead role. Clever but naive high school student. DAVE: (18-23 year old appearance/male/open ethnicity): Lead role. Goofy, comically inept interpretation of a deity. CAROLINE: (14-18 year old apperance/female/open ethnicity): Supporting role. Love interest of Elmer. NEWS ANCHOR: (adult/open gender/open ethnicity): Bit role. Also casting for EXTRAS of any age, gender, ethnicity. *In Dave We Trust films in the greater Cleveland area October 9, 10, and 11, 2015. All interested actors should:* - have open availability/flexible schedules for above shooting dates - be comfortable with religious satire - have reliable transportation All actors will be compensated with meals on set and a copy of the film for their reel. *TO CONFIRM YOUR ATTENDANCE and receive sides, email Brittany at bvanhorne08(a)gmail.com <bvanhorne08(a)gmail.com> with the part you intend to audition for as well as a copy of your headshot and resume.*

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Mr. Kringle & Company(R) Seeks Stage Manager for 2015 Season of Kringle's Inventionasium(R)
by MrKringle Jobs via NEohioPAL 07 Sep '15

07 Sep '15

*Mr. Kringle & Company® Seeks Stage Manager for 2015 Season of Kringle's Inventionasium®* Come help us make the magic happen! Mr. Kringle & Company® is seeking a Stage Manager for the 2015 holiday season of Kringle's Inventionasium®, an interactive, immersive theatrical experience produced annually at Tower City Center in downtown Cleveland, OH. The 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. For families seeking an innovative holiday activity, Kringle’s Inventionasium® delivers a fresh yet timeless interactive experience that honors the spirit of Krismas. The Inventionasium® itself is Mr. Kringle's inventing laboratory, where he invites children and their families to engage in imaginative activities to help prepare for the Krismas holiday. Mr. Kringle's many Inventors, friends and family members populate the Inventionasium® and lead guests through its many stations, guiding them to engage with Inventionasium characters and each other, to make lasting memories with their family and friends. The tour through the Inventionasium® concludes with a private visit and photo opportunity with Mr. Kringle®. The right Stage Manager would effectively and efficiently manage the daily backstage operations by following and enforcing the expectations and guidelines set forth by Mr. Kringle® while continuing to promote a positive, fun and playful atmosphere. A qualified individual would meet the following criteria: - 3+ years professional stage management experience - Ability to thrive in a face-paced environment, quickly adapt to unexpected situations and use good judgment under pressure - Highly skilled in the areas of problem solving, organization, leadership, teamwork & interpersonal communication - Excellence in efficient time management and multi-tasking - Exercises a sense of humor on a daily basis - Bachelors or Masters in Theater/Stage Management is preferred This position pays $3500 for an 8 week training & performance period beginning November 2nd. Responsible for all daily pre-show preparations, cast scheduling, cast cueing, character changeovers, prop management, environment cleanliness and upkeep as well as backstage management. Must be able to work mornings, weekends and long hours. Kringle's Inventionasium® opens November 20th, with previews the preceding week (Dates TBA), and runs daily through December 24th. To Apply: Submit current Headshot & Resume to Jobs(a)MrKringle.com. Please include a brief paragraph expressing your interest in working with Mr. Kringle®. Candidates will be contacted to Interview.

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**Complet Schedule and Two New Beginners Classes**
by Edward Niam via NEohioPAL 07 Sep '15

07 Sep '15

*Tai Chi Institute USA* *~The Movement of Life~* Tai Chi Institute USA is pleased to announce the creation of 2 new beginners 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** Classes, 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 and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and 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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"WHERE THERE'S A WILL" PREMIERE THIS WEEKEND (Aurora Community Theatre)
by T in Kent via NEohioPAL 07 Sep '15

07 Sep '15

*FREE ADMISSION for the premiere of the new musical comedy * *"WHERE THERE'S A WILL." * *TWO STAGED READINGS will be held THIS FRIDAY & SATURDAY (September 11 & 12), 7:30pm, * *at the Aurora Community Theatre (115 East Pioneer Trail, Aurora, OH).* *Audiences are invited to share their opinions of the show,* *to help further develop this new work.* *Musical whiz kid Will Taylor has been having one of those days; and unfortunately, it looks like he's going to continue having them for the next three to five years... After a New Year's celebration gone horribly right, Will finds himself on the wrong side of the judge's bench, facing a rap for public urination. And he's not the only one with problems. A philosophical debate between wardens has put the prison’s first Easter musical in jeopardy. Will the show go on? Will our hero stand tall? Will someone get shanked with improvised weaponry?* *Full of trials, triumphs, and a colorful cast of convicts, Where There's a Will is a hilarious tale that proves a warm embrace is never farther than the next bunk—whether you want it or not— and that, no matter how big the cage, the human spirit can never really be kept imprisoned.* *Written by Tim Shaffer, with additional music & lyrics by Dustin Oliver. * *Directed by Marc C. Howard* *Music Direction by Dustin Oliver* *Produced by J&B Production Services & J.E. Ballantyne, Jr.* *Associate Producer Adrienne Figelman*

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Performing Arts Profile - KATELYN CORNELIUS (Examiner.com)
by Katherine Miller via NEohioPAL 07 Sep '15

07 Sep '15

-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Performing Arts Profile: Katelyn Cornelius helps shape Cleveland's kids 29-year-old Katelyn Cornelius knows her stuff. As an actress and the Director of Education and Outreach at Talespinner Children’s Theatre (TCT), this red-haired pirate (see pictures) has captured hearts of all ages in the Cleveland area. Born in Cleveland, her family... To read the rest of the story, CLICK HERE.Having trouble with the link? Cut and paste it into your browser: http://www.examiner.com/article/performing-arts-profile-katelyn-cornelius-h… ------------------------------------Kate MillerCleveland Performing Arts Examiner / The Morning Journal / News HeraldEmail- KateMillerExaminer(a)yahoo.comExaminer Site- http://www.examiner.com/performing-arts-in-cleveland/kate-miller-----------…

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