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Ashland University Theatre Announces 15.16 Season
by Tricia Applegate via NEohioPAL 04 Sep '15

04 Sep '15

Ashland University Theatre presents 2015.2016: A Season of Connections *“We cannot live for ourselves alone. Our lives are **connected by a thousand invisible threads, and along **these sympathetic fibers, our actions run as causes **and return to us as results.” **-Herman Melville* *QUILTERS* book by Molly Newman, Barbara Damasheklyrics and music by Barbara Damashek Based on *The Quilters: Women and Domestic Art* by Patricia Cooper & Norma Bradley Allen directed by Teresa Durbin-Ames *October 9-10, 15-17 at 7:30 p.m.* *October 11 at 2 p.m.* Pre-Show Talk: Fri., Oct. 16, 6:45 p.m. A heart-warming celebration of American womanhood depicting the courage and spirit of our nation’s pioneer women. Music, dance and drama transform the harsh realities of frontier life into a Legacy Quilt containing blocks of familiar patterns like the Lone Star, the Log Cabin and the Double Wedding Ring. *DEAD MAN’S CELL PHONE* by Sarah Ruhl directed by Rachael Swartz *November 5-7, 12-14 at 7:30 p.m.November 8 at 2 p.m.* Pre-Show Talk: Fri., Nov. 13, 6:45 p.m. A stranger at the next table has had enough of an incessantly ringing cell phone in a quiet café, while a dead man has a lot of loose ends. This wildly imaginative new comedy is about how we memorialize the dead and how we are forced to confront our own assumptions about morality, redemption, and the need to connect in a technologically obsessed world. *Contains adult language.* *A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM* by William Shakespeare directed Patrick McGregor II *February 19-20, 26-27 at 7:30 p.m.February 21 at 2 p.m.* Pre-Show Talk: Fri., Feb. 26, 6:45 p.m. School Matinee: Feb. 26, 9 a.m. ($2 each) Call 419.289.5950 for reservations One of Shakespeare’s most popular comedies follows the adventures of four young Athenian lovers. Meanwhile, a band of fairies and a troupe of Athenian craftsmen rehearsing a play attempt to manipulate and control the events surrounding the couples’ marriages. How will the summer romances end? *FREE EVENTS* Pre-Show Talks on 2nd Fridays Join us for pre-show talks with members of the production team. Enhance your theatre experience by engaging with the artists who created the performances. Senior Project by Natalyn Baisden Sunday, April 10 at 7:30 p.m. Drop of a Hat Players Spring Showcase Saturday, April 23 at 2 p.m. *Box Office: **419.289.5125 | www.ashland.edu/tickets <http://www.ashland.edu/tickets>* Opens Tuesday, September 8 | Hours: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., Monday - Friday Season Tickets: $28 adults | $24 seniors, AU faculty, staff, alumni | $12 non-AU students Single tickets: $12 adults | $10 seniors, AU faculty, staff, alumni | $8 groups of 10 or more | $5 non-AU students | $2 AU students www.ashland.edu/theatre | Facebook.com/AshlandUniversityTheatre | autheatredepartment.blogspot.com

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Musical Theatre Intensive in Broadway Dance and Acting for Ages 13-19
by Mercury Theatre Company via NEohioPAL 04 Sep '15

04 Sep '15

My Mercury! believes that training for the stage is training for life. Participation in the arts creates resilient young people who are fearless artists, innovative thinkers, and open-hearted humans. Theatre classes teach vital life skills such as collaboration (teamwork), improvisation (creative problem-solving), vocal projection and confidence (public speaking). Join Mercury Theatre Company for its inaugural My Mercury! theatre classes! Musical Theatre Sr. Ages 13-19 BY AUDITION ONLY Instructor: Pierre Brault Dance Instructor: Melissa Bertolone Work with a choreographer and acting coach to strengthen dance technique, and learn to analyze text within a song to portray emotional range and depth of character. This two-part class begins with a conditioning ballet workout, followed by hip hop and jazz combinations, and ends with an in-depth look at popular musical theatre solos and scenes. Learn to give and take constructive criticism from peers, the instructors and yourself. Audition: Monday, September 7 at 6:00 pm (If not available for audition can send in video to info(a)mercurytheatrecompany.org) Date/Time: 6 week class at 4 hr. - Sundays at 5:00 pm beginning October 11. Tuition: $280.00 My Mercury! Training Staff BIOS Melissa Bertonlone is a choreographer and performer in the Cleveland/Akron/Canton area. Melissa is trained in dance fundamentals, music theory, vocal performance, choreography, tap, jazz & ballet. As a dancer she has been featured on BET's Wild Out Wednesday, Best of the Best and Revamped, along with many stage productions throughout greater Cleveland. Melissa is a dance instructor in Cleveland and Canton and serves as choreographer for Brush High School's competition show choir, Soundsation and Mercury Theatre Company. Pierre Brault is the Co-founder and Artistic Director of Mercury Theatre Company. He also serves as Resident Director of Virginia Musical Theatre in Virginia Beach, VA. A native of Cleveland, Brault has worked as a director, actor, talent agent, teacher, and holds the position of Booking Associate at The Brickhouse Network for the recording artist Jim Brickman. Pierre earned his Bachelors of Music in Musical Theatre from Baldwin-Wallace University, under the direction of Victoria Bussert. HOW TO REGISTER: PHONE Call 216-771-5862 EMAIL Info(a)mercurytheatrecompany.org Mercury Theatre Company 216.771.5862 www.mercurytheatrecompany.org Mercury Theatre Company 216.771.5862 www.mercurytheatrecompany.org

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Need updated headshots?
by Chris via NEohioPAL 04 Sep '15

04 Sep '15

Contact Chris today to update your headshots for only $100 chris(a)agnewfilms.com agnew12(a)gmail.com Take a look at https://www.facebook.com/ChrisAgnewPhotography for samples

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Michael Jackson Tribute Concert - To Benefit Blank Canvas Theatre
by via NEohioPAL 04 Sep '15

04 Sep '15

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Folk rock with Jerry at Brothers Lounge, Tuesday, Sept. 8
by Jerome Popiel via NEohioPAL 03 Sep '15

03 Sep '15

Hi all! Shake off those post-Labor Day blues with folk rock by Jerry at the Brothers Lounge Wine Bar. Tuesday, September 8 from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. Lots of new material added for this performance, come hear songs Jerry's never done before. As always, no cover charge and great food off the Brothers menu. 11609 Detroit Avenue, Cleveland, OH. 216-226-2767 www.brotherslounge.com Hope to see you there! Jerry www.jerrypopiel.com www.facebook.com/RyeJr

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Wizard Of Oz Auditions at Beachwood Community Theater
by via NEohioPAL 03 Sep '15

03 Sep '15

Beachwood Community Theatre 25325 Fairmountblvd. Phone:216-595-3734 Email: jill.koslen-freireich(a)beachwoodohio.com Contact: Jill Koslen-Freireich For Immediate Release Beachwood Community Theater Announces Auditions for The Wizard Of Oz By L. Frank Baum Directed by JillKoslen-Freireich PRODUCTION DATES: November 13, 14, 15, 20, 21, 22 December 4,5,6 Fridays 7:30pm, Saturdays, 4pm Sundays, 2pm AUDITION DATES Tuesday September 8,Grades 3 – 5 Beachwood Community Center 7 pm Wednesday September 9,Grades 5 – 12 Beachwood Middle School auditorium 7pm Thursday September 10,Adults and Call Backs Beachwood Middle School auditorium 7pm If you have conflicts withthese dates, contact director Jill Koslen-Freireich Jill.koslen-freireich(a)beachwoodohio.comor 216-595-3734 PREPARATION: Choose a monologue fromour website to read and prepare 16 bars of a song (show tunes preferred) You must provide sheetmusic, Photo/head shot &performance resume. Know your schedulingconflicts. Rehearsals begin September17 and are held Monday – Thursday evenings and Sunday afternoons No conflicts will beaccepted for Tech Week Friday November 6 – Friday November 13 Casting for: All roleswith the exception of The Wicked Witch Please visit our website: www.beachwoodohio.com

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URGENT! SOUND TECH NEEDED FOR PLAY
by ashiadakar . via NEohioPAL 03 Sep '15

03 Sep '15

"NO PLACE LIKE HOME" STAGE PLAY. 9/12/15 CLEVELAND STATE UNIVERSITY MAIN CLASSROOM AUDITORIUM. TECH REHEARSAL 9/11/15. NEED P.A. SYSTEM, MICS, AND OPERATOR FOR TWO SHOW. PLEASE CONTACT ASHIA 216-262-2887. OR EMAIL tajoashia(a)gmail.com

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Kickstarter Campaign For Original Holocaust Drama The Star on My Heart
by Kelly Miloro via NEohioPAL 03 Sep '15

03 Sep '15

*Kickstarter Campaign For Original Holocaust Drama * *The Star on My Heart* Local residents may remember the Geauga Lyric Theater Guild Teen Drama award winning presentation of the play *I Never Saw Another Butterfly* a few years ago. The play, about the Holocaust and the approximately 15,000 children of the Terezin concentration camp, was directed by Angela Miloro-Hansen, Chardon resident. During that production, contact was made with Inge Auerbacher, one of the few child survivors of the Terezin camp. Ever since, Chris Cipriani and Miloro-Hansen have been working to bring Inge’s amazing and inspirational story to the stage. Working with Inge Auerbacher’s memoirs, and Inge herself, Angela has spent the last two years turning the events of Inge’s life into a play. *The Star On My Heart* is an independent project in collaboration with Geauga Lyric Theater Guild, Chardon, and the Shore Cultural Centre, Euclid. The original play will premiere at both venues in November. Along with the performances there will be educational outreach, and Inge Auerbacher will be hosted in Ohio to attend the premier and speak to the public. This project was fortunate to receive an Ohio Arts Council grant through Shore Cultural Centre towards a portion of expenses. The OAC grant has a goal to encourage economic growth, educational excellence and cultural enrichment for all Ohioans. Additional funding for the project will come from variety of sources, one being a recently launched Kickstarter campaign. A $5000.00 Kickstarter goal must be reached by September 20, 2015 to receive the monies from that campaign. To help make this project a success, you can visit *Kickstarter.com*and search projects for *The Star On My Heart*. You will be able to view a video and read more about this exciting project. You can also visit *www.facebook.com/thestaronmyheart <http://www.facebook.com/thestaronmyheart>* or contact Chris Cipriani at 216-289-8578 for more information on outreach and sponsorship. This project is sponsored by the Shore Cultural Centre Corporation which is a 501(c)3 nonprofit. -- Kelly Miloro GLTG Administrative Asst. 440-285-7701 officemgr(a)geaugatheater.org

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Mary Poppins Auditions at GLTG
by Kelly Miloro via NEohioPAL 03 Sep '15

03 Sep '15

Mary Poppins Audition Information ------------------------------ *Direction & Musical Direction by John KrolChoreographed by Erin Allen* A Musical based on the stories of P.L. Travers and the Walt Disney Film Original Music and Lyrics by Richard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman Book by Julian Fellowes New Songs and Additional Music by George Stiles and Anthony Drewe Co-Created by Cameron Mackintosh By Appointment Auditions Sunday, September 27 5:30-7:30PM: Children for Jane and Michael 7:30-9:30PM: Adults/Older Teens Monday, September 28 7:00-8:00PM: Children 8:00-9:30PM: Adults/Older Teens Auditions will be held at Geauga Lyric Arts Center 106 Water St Chardon, Oh (Across the street from theater) *To schedule a half-hour audition block please call 440.285.7701* Callback, By Invitation Only: Tuesday, September 29 at 7:00PM Auditions Information: Singing and Movement only. Come with an objective driven song of one minute or less, and come dressed for movement. An accompanist is provided, so please bring sheet music. A cappella singing is discouraged. Bring a headshot/resume if possible. Auditioning children and adults will sign up for half-hour blocks of time. *To schedule a half-hour audition block please call 440.285.7701* Performances: Shows: December 4,5,6,11,12,13, 18,19,20, 2015. Fridays & Saturdays at 8PM, Sundays at 2PM Casting Information: *Children:* Michael Banks (8-10), Jane Banks (10-13) *Male Older Teens:* Robertson Ay (houseboy),Neleus, Valentine, Ensemble *Female Older Teens: *Annie, Fannie, Doll, Ensemble *Female Adults:* Mary Poppins (soprano),Winifred Banks (mezzo soprano), Mrs. Brill (alto/mezzo), Miss Andrew (alto/mezzo), Mrs. Corry (mezzosoprano), Bird Woman (alto), Katie Nanna, Miss Lark, Miss Smythe, Ensemble *Male Adults:* Bert(high baritone/low tenor), George Banks (baritone), Policeman, Park Keeper,Bank Chairman, Von Hussler, Northbrook, Admiral Boom, Ensemble -- Kelly Miloro GLTG Administrative Asst. 440-285-7701 officemgr(a)geaugatheater.org

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From Sue Johnson. Cleveland Schools' arts guru Tony Sias to take the reins of Karamu House
by sue holland johnson via NEohioPAL 03 Sep '15

03 Sep '15

CLEVELAND, Ohio – Karamu House, home to Karamu Theatre for the past 95 years, has a new resident. On Sept. 11, Tony Sias, director of arts education for the Cleveland Metropolitan School District, is leaving Ohio's second-largest school district to serve as president and CEO of Karamu House, the storied arts and cultural institution that has anchored the corner of Quincy Avenue and East 89th Street for 100 years.Sias also served as artistic director of Cleveland School of the Arts and has helmed the popular All-City Musical, a co-production with Great Lakes Theater that annually brings 50 students from 20 schools together to perform a full-scale production in Playhouse Square, for more than a decade.He replaces interim executive director Patricia Egan."We are delighted to have Tony lead Karamu into its [next] 100 years," said Karamu board President David M. Reynolds in a statement released earlier this week. "He is a top talent in the arts and education field, and he truly underscores the renaissance Karamu House is experiencing."Sias has had a long, creative relationship with Karamu Theatre, directing notable plays there including Gail Parrish's award-winning one-act "Elevator" in 2001, the Ohio premiere of the political satire "The Trial of One Short-Sighted Black Woman vs. Mammy Louise and Safreeta Mae" in 2007 and "Eclipse: The War Between Pac and B.I.G." by Karamu's onetime writer-in-residence Michael Oatman in 2010.He has also trod the boards, appearing in the Karamu production of "Crumbs From the Table of Joy," by Pulitzer-Prize winning playwright Lynn Nottage, in 1999.Sias' appointment received a standing ovation from artistic director Terence Spivey. "Tony is a great force who will definitely support the theatre, but most importantly, arts education," Spivey told the Plain Dealer. "[He's a] very strong arts administrator. We can now bring arts training back to Karamu under a leader who loves young people."In taking the reins of Karamu House, Sias leaves one challenge – spearheading the arts education for some 50,000 students in an urban district – for another.It's no secret that funding and leadership struggles have taxed the historic black community and arts organization – once considered a national model of excellence – for years.Leading Karamu "means having an opportunity to rebuild trust with the community in Cleveland and nationally," the incoming CEO said in the release. "It means becoming the citadel of African American cultural arts in this country."

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