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Auditions for Urinetown at Mighty Goliath Productions!
by auditions mightygoliath.com via NEohioPAL 18 Aug '15

18 Aug '15

In a Gotham-like city, a terrible water shortage, caused by a 20-year drought, has led to a government-enforced ban on private toilets. The citizens must use public amenities, regulated by a single malevolent company that profits by charging admission for one of humanity's most basic needs. Amid the people, a hero decides he's had enough, and plans a revolution to lead them all to freedom! Inspired by the works of Bertolt Brecht and Kurt Weill, Urinetown is an irreverently humorous satire in which no one is safe from scrutiny. Praised for reinvigorating the very notion of what a musical could be, Urinetown catapults the “comedic romp” into the new millennium with its outrageous perspective, wickedly modern wit, and sustained ability to produce gales of unbridled laughter. WHAT TO PREPARE: 32 bars of a contemporary piece of music and tell us a joke. WHEN: September 14th and 15th 7-10 PM (first come, first seen basis) Call backs on September 16th by invitation only. WHERE: Avon Lake United Church of Christ 32801 Electric Blvd. Avon Lake, OH 44012 For character breakdowns please visit: http://www.mtishows.com/show_detail.asp?showid=000280 Questions: email auditions(a)mightygoliath.com <mailto:auditions@mightygoliath.com> FOLLOW MIGHTY GOLIATH PRODUCTIONS! FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/events/685262211606545/ TWITTER: @MightyGoliathAL BLOG: http://mightygoliath.blogspot.com/ Mighty Goliath Productions is an independent 501(c)(3)non-profit fundraising organization that benefits the performing arts programs for Avon Lake City Schools. Our impact enriches the cultural life of the community. We focus on our unique ability to provide a professional, fun, philanthropic theatrical experience for our volunteers and audiences alike.

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casting teens
by Stephon J. Davis via NEohioPAL 18 Aug '15

18 Aug '15

Casting for Teenage girls (or women that can play the part of teens) for PSA video that will be embedded on organizations website. We need females from a variety of ethnic backgrounds. The topic is Domestic Violence and empowerment. Actors will deliver a couple lines directly to the camera 6 -8 actors will be featured in video but everyone that comes out will be in the video. Featured actors will receive stipendBeverages and Refreshments provided to all. Audition/filming will be this Saturday August 22nd at 1pm3558 Lee rd shaker hts in Shaker LaunchhouseParticipants 17 and under will be required to bring a parent/guardian to sign release on their behalf. questions? email stephonjdavis(a)gmail.com

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TEAR IT OFF on Applause with Dee Perry, Weds, Aug 19
by convergence-continuum via NEohioPAL 18 Aug '15

18 Aug '15

TEAR IT OFF playwright Mike Geither, director Karin Randoja, and actors Terence Cranendonk and Lucy Bredeson-Smith will be featured on Wednesday, August 19 on Dee Perry's show, The Sound of Applause on WCPN, 90.3 FM at 2:00 and 10:00 pm. You can stream it live at: http://www.ideastream.org/programs/live-wcpn. The world premiere of TEAR IT OFF by Cleveland playwright, Mike Geither, is now onstage at convergence-continuum Thu-Sat at 8 pm through Sept. 5 at the Liminis theater, 2438 Scranton Rd, Cleveland 44113 in the historic Tremont neighborhood. Ticket are $15, $12 seniors and $10 students. Reservations at 216-687-0074 and http://www.convergence-continuum.org.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE- Players Guild Theatre Announces Opening Musical, JEKYLL & HYDE
by Joshua Erichsen via NEohioPAL 18 Aug '15

18 Aug '15

August 18, 2015 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Joshua Erichsen 330.453.7619 ext 501 *THE PLAYERS GUILD IS PROUD TO ANNOUNCE * *THE 2015-2016 SEASON OPENER, JEKYLL & HYDE THE MUSICAL* The Players Guild Theatre and The R.G.Smith Company proudly announce the 2015-2016 season opening musical, JEKYLL & HYDE. Based on Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic thriller, Jekyll & Hyde is the gripping tale of a brilliant mind gone horrifically awry, set to a powerful pop-rock score by Frank Wildhorn with book and lyrics by Leslie Bricusse. In an attempt to cure his ailing father’s mental illness by separating “good” from “evil” in the human personality, talented physician Dr. Jekyll inadvertently creates an alternate personality of pure evil, dubbed Mr. Hyde, who wreaks murderous havoc on the city of London. As his fiancée Emma grows increasingly fearful for her betrothed, a prostitute, Lucy, finds herself dangerously involved with both the doctor and his alter ego. Struggling to control Hyde before he takes over for good, Jekyll must race to find a cure for the demon he has created in his own mind. Due to the positive response, once again the Guild is opening their season in the William G. Fry Theater. The Fry Theater is an intimate thrust-style venue with seating that surrounds the stage on 3 sides. By staging the production in this space, the audience is sure to be immersed in the dark, gritty streets of Mr. Hyde’s London. With only 139 seats available for each performance, tickets are expected to sell fast and audiences are encouraged to order seats early. Under the direction of frequent Guild collaborator, Michael Lawrence Akers, JEKYLL & HYDE boasts a talented ensemble of actors which includes: Dr. Henry Jekyll/Mr. Hyde - JOE HALADEY Lucy Harris - HEIDI SWINFORD Emma Carew - AMANDA MEDLEY John Utterson - DARYL ROBINSON Simon Stride - JAY SIGLER Sir Danvers Carew - SAM KITZLER Lady Beaconsfield - CAROL SAMPSEL PECK Lord Savage - ALEXANDRE MARR Bishop of Basingstoke - DOUGLAS LIZAK Dame Arabelle Proops - OLIVIA WIMBERLY General Glossop - JOHN SCAVELLI The JEKYLL & HYDE production team includes: Joshua Erichsen, Producing Artistic Director/Scenic Designer; Steve Parsons, Music Director; Scott Sutton, Sound and Lighting Designer, and George McCarty II, Costume Designer. The production is scheduled to open on Friday, September 4, 2015 and will run for three weekends through Sunday, September 20, with Friday and Saturday evening performances at 8:00pm and Sunday matinees at 2:00pm. Tickets for this Downstage Musical are $26.00. Tickets for all performances may be purchased online 24 hours a day at www.playersguildtheatre.com or in person at the Players Guild Box Office, located in the Great Court of the Cultural Center for the Arts, 1001 Market Ave N. Tickets may also be purchased by phone: 330-453-7617. JEKYLL & HYDE THE MUSICAL is generously supported by the R.G. SMITH COMPANY. The Players Guild Theatre receives support from these generous partners: Arts In Stark, The Ohio Arts Council, The Canton Repository, and 89.7 WKSU. # # # #

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Akron Civic Theatre
by Theatre Ahead via NEohioPAL 18 Aug '15

18 Aug '15

Seeking Non-Equity African American Actress for "Five Tier", a play at the Civic Theatre on October 18th. Synopsis When hard working businessman, Baxter, takes the weekend off and steps out of his element and into the kitchen to help his ten-year-old daughter prepare for the annual bake-off, he'll get more than he ever imagined he would. Through this warm and wacky rollercoaster of mixing bowls and a ton of cake, Baxter realizes...and YOU will too...that there is nothing more important than family bonds. Breakdown DENISE WAYFIELD: Mid 30s. She's the elegantly tough, eloquent, and engaging woman of the house, who is known for her relaxed confidence and striking emphasis. Aside from her deep and decorated self-expression, Denise can also be playful and silly. Rehearsals begin on September 12th at 12:00pm and will be held regularly after that on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday evening from 6:30pm-8:30pm at the Firestone Park Community Center in Akron, Ohio. Performance October 18th at 2:30pm. To schedule an audition and/or to receive more information, please contact Tyron Hoisten at mrtyronhoisten(a)gmail.com. -- * T*heatre* A*head! *~Keeping theatre alive and meaningful through Christ* ~ *CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: This message is intended for the use of the person or entity to which it is addressed and may contain information that is privileged and confidential. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient, or the employee or agent responsible to deliver it to the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this information is STRICTLY PROHIBITED. If you have received this message in error, please notify the sender immediately and destroy the related message.*

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Auditions! Christmas Carol, Ordinary Days, Spelling Bee... (Weathervane Playhouse, Akron)
by Melanie Pepe via NEohioPAL 18 Aug '15

18 Aug '15

NEWS RELEASE Melanie YC Pepe Artistic Director 330.826.2626<tel:330.826.2626> Auditions Weathervane Playhouse 1301 Weathervane Lane * Akron, Oh 44313 For details, visit www.weathervaneplayhouse.com/audition<http://www.weathervaneplayhouse.com/audition> A Christmas Carol, The Musical November 24 to December 20, 2015 Auditions by appointment. www.weathervaneplayhouse.com/audition<http://www.weathervaneplayhouse.com/audition> Monday, September 20, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, September 21, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Ordinary Days October 29 to November 4, 2015 Auditions by appointment. www.weathervaneplayhouse.com/audition<http://www.weathervaneplayhouse.com/audition> Monday, September 28, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday, September 29, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee December 3 to 19, 2015 Auditions by appointment. www.weathervaneplayhouse.com/audition<http://www.weathervaneplayhouse.com/audition> Monday, September 28, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday, September 29, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. The Man Who Came to Dinner March 17 to April 3, 2016 Auditions by appointment. www.weathervaneplayhouse.com/audition<http://www.weathervaneplayhouse.com/audition> Sunday, November 8, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Monday, November 9, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Clybourne Park January 14 to 31, 2016 Auditions by appointment. www.weathervaneplayhouse.com/audition<http://www.weathervaneplayhouse.com/audition> Sunday, November 1, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Monday, November 2, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. The Lyons February 4 to 16, 2016 Auditions by appointment. www.weathervaneplayhouse.com/audition<http://www.weathervaneplayhouse.com/audition> Sunday, November 22, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Monday, November 23, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Peter and the Starcatcher February 25 to March 6, 2016 Auditions by appointment. www.weathervaneplayhouse.com/audition<http://www.weathervaneplayhouse.com/audition> Sunday, January 3, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, January 4, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. ###

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NYC DANCE INSTRUCTOR IN CLEVELAND
by Jim Becker via NEohioPAL 18 Aug '15

18 Aug '15

JIM BECKER Choreographer Dance Instructor & Celebrity Fitness Trainer from NEW YORK CITY back to the CLEVELAND AREA After 15 years teaching and performing across the globe, dance teacher and choreographer Jim Becker returns to Cleveland this fall to begin teaching dance and theatre for the 2015-2016 season. Jim is currently booked at local studios 6-days each week teaching various levels age 5 through adult. Call (440)781-7581 for more info. Or email jimbeckerfitness(a)gmail.com currently accepting enrollment for... TAP JAZZ BALLET POINTE PARTNERING DANCE TECHNIQUE MUSICAL THEATRE DANCE THEATRE ACTING TECHNIQUE VOCAL PERFORMANCE JUMPS AND TURNS PLUS ... PRIVATE TRAINING and, FUN CLASSES FOR YOUNG CHILDREN CONTACT PH: (440)781-7581 Email: jimbeckerfitness(a)gmail.com WEB http://thejimbecker.com/home.html <http://thejimbecker.com/home.html> WEB http://thejimbecker.com/fitness.html <http://thejimbecker.com/fitness.html> YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQAWputJESLWHZ5anFobqWg NYC DANCE TEACHER Jim Becker is a dance instructor, choreographer and fitness trainer from New York City with over 15 years of professional experience. Certified by American Ballet Theatre in New York, Jim studied Theatre and Dance at Marymount Manhattan College. Jim recently completed a tenure at Harlem School of the Arts where he was the premier Tap teacher; also teaching ballet, jazz, partnering, musical theatre and fitness. Initially recruited by Disney to direct and choreograph the first production of Disney’s The Lion King Kids. After the success of HSA’s workshop, the show is now available to be performed by theaters and schools across the globe. Jim grew up in Strongsville training at Studio 82. NYC CHOREOGRAPHER Disney’s Lion King Kids Premier, Off-Broadway Tom Jones the Musical, Gilbert & Sullivan’s Ruddigore (international tour), Ballet Arts Christmas Spectacular NYC. Cleveland credits include Baldwin Wallace University, Cassidy Theatre, Strongsville High School and the Mustang Express, Berea High School, Bally Total Fitness and The Cleveland Force Dance Team. WORLDWIDE PERFORMER Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, ABC’s Dancing With The Stars. Dance Captain with Disney Cruise Line. National Tours: Barry Manilow’s Copacabana, Big River, backup vocals with Reba McIntire. NYC Opera: La Boheme, Macbeth, Tournedot. NYC: Johnny Baseball workshop, Broadway Bares, LSnB Dance Co, The Apollo Theatre. Off-Broadway: Carousel, The House of Bernarda Alba, Regionally: Guys & Dolls, The Producers, Miss Saigon, Fiddler On The Roof, All Shook Up, Disney’s Hercules the Musical, 42d Street, Beauty and the Beast, Disney World Kid of the Kingdom Dancer. Jim is a member of Actors’ Equity Association. PERSONAL TRAINER TO THE STARS Jim has clients gracing magazine covers, starring on television and Broadway as well as clients dancing in tours and shows all over the country and Europe. Jim began his fitness career at Bally Total Fitness in Beachwood, OH and Studio 82 Fitness in North Royalton. HAVE FUN GETTING FIT LIKE THE STARS! Recently Jim trained Golden-Globe nominee John Cameron Mitchell to prepare him for his 2015 Tony-Award winning starring role in Broadway's Hedwig and the Angry Inch. Star clients include Vincent Rodriguez III of CW’s upcoming Crazy Ex-Girlfriend and Annie Funke, star of CBS’s upcoming Criminal Minds: Beyond Belief. Jim is also experienced training dancers and marathon athletes. Need to be shirtless on stage any time soon? Contact Jim today! (440)781-7581 “I make my classes fun and functional. My students learn the foundation of each principle movement while getting a great workout. Character building is an important theme to help young performers grow, which is why I coach my students to recognize and revere their progress. I’m proud to say my students have continued their training at prestigious dance schools like SAB, ABT, LaGuardia High School, NYU, and Juilliard with many students performing in Broadway shows and tours all over north America and Europe. I believe, with proper training, all students of dance should have the skills required to pursue a career in the arts, should they choose. And everyone deserves the chance to dance.” -Jim Becker ---------------------- (440)781-7581 http://thejimbecker.com/home.html

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Cleveland Arts Appreciation Night at Cleveland Play House
by via NEohioPAL 18 Aug '15

18 Aug '15

Cleveland Arts Appreciation Night at Cleveland Play House Cleveland rocks…thanks to our arts & culture community! To show our appreciation for the talented innovators making our city shine, we’re providing an exclusive offer for the September 6th performance of Ken Ludwig’s A Comedy of Tenors. Tickets for that Sunday evening performance are 50% off for most seating areas when you use the online promo code INDUS. This offer is for NeOhioPal subscribers, and anyone involved in arts & culture organizations from around Cleveland. Whether you’re with a theatre, museum, or grassroots collective, Cleveland Play House wants to recognize your efforts in our own special way: with a fun night out at this hilarious, world-premiere comedy from Tony Award-winning playwright Ken Ludwig! To enter your promo code, follow this link, and select “Have a Promo Code >> Buy Now” from the menu on the left. http://www.playhousesquare.org/events/detail/ken-ludwigs-a-comedy-of-tenors… You can find out more about Ken Ludwig’s A Comedy of Tenors at the CPH website: http://www.clevelandplayhouse.com/shows/2015/ken-ludwigs-a-comedy-of-tenors Offer not valid with any other discount, promotion, or on prior sales. Complete Your Night Downtown at Becky’s! Theatre insiders: grab dinner before your show, or chat up your friends afterwards over drinks at Becky’s! Becky’s offers 20% off on Sundays for ALL members of Cleveland’s theatre community. Just mention their “Theatre and Service Industry Night” discount to take advantage. Becky’s 1762 East 18th Street (within walking distance of the theatre) Ryan Lucas Marketing Associate Cleveland Play House 1901 E. 13th Street, Suite 200 Cleveland, OH 44114 216.400.7004 rlucas(a)clevelandplayhouse.com cid:9E17A9A8-E761-415C-B835-FA360F2C2E28

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Upcoming Auditions at Tri-C Metro and West for "Tartuffe" and "Well Beings"
by Gloor, Fred via NEohioPAL 18 Aug '15

18 Aug '15

The Tri-C Theatre Departments have two upcoming auditions: The Metro Campus Theatre Department announces auditions for Tartuffe by Moliere' Directed by Doug Farren Censored by King Louis XIV, Tartuffe is one of the most famous theatrical comedies by Moliere. In the play, Orgon, a wealthy Parisian patriarch falls under the influence of a self-righteous and religious hypocrite named Tartuffe. The goings-on are scandalous, irreverent, irreligious, and just plain naughty, and you'll love every moment. Auditions are September 9th and 10th at 7 pm at the METRO CAMPUS STUDIO THEATRE located at the corner of 30th and Woodland (Park in Parking lot 5) and on September 11th at 6 pm in the WESTERN CAMPUS THEATRE located at 11000 Pleasant Valley Road, Parma, OH 44130 . Looking for 11 actors. Monologues will be accepted, and there will be reading from the script. No appointment necessary. There are no Equity contracts available for this production. Adjunct Professor Leilani Barrett will be playing the title role. Orgon - 50's-60's Damis - Orgon's son, Elmire's stepson, 20's-30's Valere - suitor to Mariane, 20's-30's Cleante - Orgon's brother-in-law, 40's-50's M. Loyal - a bailiff, any age A police officer - any age Mme. Pernelle - Orgon's mother, 60's-70's Elmire - Orgon's wife, 30's-40's Mariane - Orgon's daughter, Elmire's stepdaughter, 20's Dorine - Mariane's maid, 20's-40's Filpote - Mme. Pernelle's maid, 40's-60's This performance will use the Richard Wilbur translation so actor's will need to handle rhymed couplets. Rehearsals begin on September 20th. Performance dates are as follows: * October 30 November 6, 7, at 7:30pm * October 31 and November 8 at 2pm * October 28, 29 November 4, 5 at 10:30 am (Student Matinees) The Western Campus Theatre Department announces auditions for the WORLD PREMIER production of: Well Beings by Greg Vovos Directed by Greg Vovos After being booted from a recovery center, Anton returns home to what his mother and father hope will be his journey to recovery, but the Echo in his head and his need for heroin make that incredibly difficult. Meanwhile, Jack surprises Holly when he informs her that he wants to get clean so they can have a bright future together. But Holly has little interest in a future without heroin, despite her love for Jack. Looming over all these characters is the Gravedigger who has the unfortunate task of burying the dead. A mix between OUR TOWN and DEATH OF A SALESMAN, this sometimes absurd, sometimes all-too-real drama examines one of the biggest crises facing our society today. Auditions are September 14th and 15th at 6 pm in the Western Campus Theatre located at 11000 Pleasant Valley Rd., Parma, OH 44130. No appointment necessary. Monologue's will be accepted, and auditioners should be prepared to read from the script. You should bring headshot and resume as well as a complete list of your upcoming conflicts. Rehearsals will begin on September 21st. There are no Equity contracts for this production. CHARACTERS: ANTON WATERS - A man in his thirties struggling with heroin addiction. He needs to quiet the voice. MARY WATERS - Anton's mom. She loves with the strength and endurance that only a mother can. JOHN WATERS - Anton's Dad. He has Cancer. But if you asked him, he'd tell you that's the least of his problems. HOLLY - A girl in her twenties, also a heroin addict. If she could stop feeling altogether, she would. But Jack makes that difficult for her. Her life has not been easy to put it mildly. JACK - The Romeo to Holly's Juliet. He's an addict but he's determined to get clean for both Holly and himself. ELLA - A recovering heroin addict in her thirties. She facilitates the NA meetings. THE ECHO - An unkind voice in Anton's head. THE GRAVEDIGGER - He buries the dead. MAN - A sweaty, gross middle-aged man. Feel free to double this role. JESSE - a.k.a. The Mad Hatter. Recovering user who attends meetings. A wildcard. VINCE - A slick user that Anton met at the recovery center. CHECKERS - Another user that Anton met at the Center. Tall like the Grim Reaper. Production dates are as follows: * November 13, 14, 18, 19, 20, 21 at 8pm * November 15, 22 at 2pm This production will be entered as a participating production in the 2016 American College Theater Festival, so there may be a re-mounting of the production in late December/Early January. Fred Gloor Tri-C Western Campus Theatre Dept. 11000 Pleasant Valley Rd. Parma, Ohio 44130 216-987-5536 For tickets go to http://www.trictickets.com<http://www.trictickets.com/> Tri-C (r) Where futures begin SM www.tri-c.edu<http://www.tri-c.edu/> [facebook]<http://www.facebook.com/westtheatre#!/tricwesttheatre>

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The North Canton Playhouse announces auditions for: "Carrie, the Musical"
by North Canton Playhouse via NEohioPAL 18 Aug '15

18 Aug '15

North Canton Playhouse is holding AUDITIONS for "Carrie, the Musical"! WHEN: Thursday, August 20, 2015 @ 6:30 pm CALLBACKS: Friday, August 21, 2015 @6:30 pm. WHO: Ages 15 +, with MANY ADULT ROLES AVAILABLE! All roles available EXCEPT: **** Chris Hargensen**** WHERE: NCP Main Stage (525 7th St N.E. North Canton, 44720) AUDITION BY APPOINTMENT ONLY: Email Ncplayhouse(a)sbcglobal.net to reserve an audition time. (Attention: Jeremy A. Clarke.) Audition slots are as followed: Slot D.) 8:30-9:00 P.M. Slot E.) 9:00- 9:30 P.M. Please Prepare at least 32 bars of any song for vocal audition. Can sing Acapella or with a track (CD & iPod player will be provided) * Cold read will take place at auditions. Please Provide Head shots and Resumes if you have them! *MUST BE AVAILABLE OCTOBER 22-31 FOR PERFORMANCES* ***Carrie White is a misfit. At school, she's an outcast who's bullied by the popular crowd, and virtually invisible to everyone else. At home, she's at the mercy of her loving but cruelly over-protective mother. But Carrie's just discovered she's got a special power, and if pushed too far, she's not afraid to use it. Based on Stephen King's bestselling novel! *****

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