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**Free Tai Chi at Playhouse Square, Cleveland, OH**
by Edward Niam via NEohioPAL 28 Jul '15

28 Jul '15

*Tai Chi Institute USA* *~The Movement of Life~* *~Free Tai Chi at Playhouse Square~* Tai Chi Institute USA is pleased to announce that it has again been chosen to be part of the Playhouse Square Free Summer Program. We will present an 9 week session teaching the ~The Movement of Life~ at Playhouse Square on Star Plaza every Wednesday from noon - 1:00 pm beginning July 8 and ending on September 2. Our free classes are open to everyone and no previous training is necessary. Please join us for a beautiful time of fellowship and harmony as we experience together "one spirit, one breath, one life." ~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, 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. The classes will be held every Wednesday outside on Star Plaza for 9 consecutive weeks from July 8 - September 2. We have an inside venue during inclement weather. For more information please contact Heather Marshall at Playhouse Square, 216-640-8541 or the Institute at 330-564-7558, taichicleveland(a)gmail.com. "…Every step brings the flesh closer to the earth. Every breath reunites the soul with the heavens. Each figure is a unique personification of the universe with an endless yearning to blend its essence with the Great Ultimate, the Tai Chi." https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/free-tai-chi-playhouse-square-edward-niam?tr… Tai Chi Institute USA ~The Movement of Life~ Shaolin Warrior Athlete Training www.athletetrainingusa.com Sifu Edward Niam Master-TCM, SKF http://twitter.com/edwardniam http://www.linkedin.com/in/edwardniam 8440 Washington Street Suite 106 Chagrin Falls, Ohio 44023 330.564.7558 www.taichicleveland.com taichicleveland(a)gmail.com "Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away." **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, 7:00 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, 8440 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, open your heart,still your mind 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 8440 Washington Street Suite 106 Chagrin Falls, Ohio 44023 330.564.7558 http://sifuedwardniam.icnbuys.com www.taichicleveland.com taichicleveland(a)gmail.com "Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away."

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Atlantic Film Casting Call...
by Wesley Harrell via NEohioPAL 28 Jul '15

28 Jul '15

Production title: “Atlantic” Union / Non-Union: Non-Union Production Type: Independent Project length: Short Film (10 minutes) Project format: 16:9 HD Production location: Cleveland, Ohio Director: A. Müller Bueno Producer: A. Müller Bueno, W. Crump, J. Rogers Cinematographer: W. Crump Audition Location: TBD Shooting Location: Greater Cleveland, Ohio Email: atlantic.thefilm(a)photographer.net Compensation: No KEY DATES Auditions: August 1st – August 23rd (Please note all auditions will be given a specific time and day within this window) Shooting Dates: September, 2015 (Dates to be agreed upon with Cast) Synopsis: “Atlantic”, based upon Brazilian writer Victor Rosa's screenplay “O Atlântico” is a film about a young boy's infatuation and longing for the sea. Inspired by the Portuguese poet Sophia Breyer and by Latin American magical realism, it is a short film about a child's imagination and his grasp of his own place in the world. Character BIOS [BOY] [GENDER: MALE] [AGE: 7-10] The boy lives with his parents in a run-of-the-mill apartment complex in a land-locked city. The film will depict his escape to the sea and will culminate with his arrival at a beach, where he finally meets the sea in all of its salty glory. [MOTHER] [GENDER: FEMALE] [AGE: 25-35] The boy's mother, a sweet if somewhat inattentive parent. ALL INTERESTED PLEASE REPLY TO: Atlantic.TheFilm(a)Photographer.net

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Auditions for Cry Havoc, a WWII nurse drama
by Tim Anderson, Education Director via NEohioPAL 28 Jul '15

28 Jul '15

The Broadview Heights Spotlights will be holding auditions for “Cry Havoc” by Allan R. Kenward on *SATURDAY, AUGUST 8 at 12:00PM* and *TUESDAY, AUGUST 11 at 7:00PM*. No appointment is needed, but auditioners must arrive within one hour of the start time. Callbacks, if needed, will be by invitation only and held on the afternoon, Saturday, August 15. *Rehearsals will begin the week of September 27* and will typically run Sunday – Thursday evenings with some weekends, based on cast availability. *The show runs November 6 - 21. * Please bring a list of conflicts between September 27 and November 21. *Ryan Bergeron* is directing this dramatic play. Roles available for 12 strong female actors, able to convincingly portray ages from 17 to 70. Women of middle age are especially encouraged to audition. A prepared dramatic monologue is strongly encouraged (although not required, auditioners may choose to read from the script). Featuring an all female cast, this is the story of nurses on Bataan during World War II. In a sort of dugout subjected to gunfire the individual characters emerge to offer a collective reaction to war. These include the strong minded doctor, her restrained and poised assistant and the volunteer nurses: a vacuous Southern girl, a swaggering bully, a couple of timid aesthetes, an ex-burlesque girl and the inevitable spy. They get on each other's nerves, arrest the wrong person for spying and confront the real traitor. They are rescued from their buried dugout only to face the firing squad. This is a compelling, caustic revelation of human beings under fire. For additional information please visit *www.broadview-heights-spotlights.org <http://www.broadview-heights-spotlights.org>*. Additional questions may be emailed to the director at *rfb252(a)gmail.com <rfb252(a)gmail.com>*.

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PAID POSITIONS - Seeking Technical Director, Stage Manager, and Designers
by SISU is in the Heart via NEohioPAL 28 Jul '15

28 Jul '15

*HIRING FOR SISU IS IN THE HEART - A COMMUNITY-BASED THEATER PROJECT IN FAIRPORT HARBOR, OHIO* Park Cofield, a writer, director and a third-generation Finnish American based in Los Angeles, has written an original play, which is a culmination of a multi-year collaboration with the Finnish Heritage Museum in Fairport Harbor. The production will feature 20-30 students and community members of all ages alongside professional artists from Los Angeles, Atlanta, Cleveland and Finland. The performance will also include live music and puppetry and is based on local stories. We are looking for individuals for the following positions: *PAID POSITIONS* Technical Director - Oversees all technical aspects of an original play in a community setting. Responsible for the construction of the set with a crew of volunteers and will oversee a production crew. The person must have knowledge of lighting, sound and projections and must be a skilled manager and people person. Fee negotiable based on experience. Stage Manager - Seeking non-union stage manager with experience in community-based projects to oversee the rehearsal process and tech rehearsals for a large scale production involving actors of all age, live music, and puppetry. Sound/Lighting/Projection Designers - Seeking a professional designers with experience to collaborate on the lighting and sound design for the production. Knowledge of local rental companies a plus. *This is a non-union/non-equity production. Candidates must have reliable transportation to and from Fairport Harbor. *ALSO SEEKING THE FOLLOWING VOLUNTEER POSITIONS* Assistant Director - Assist with all aspects of a professional community-based theater project. Will work alongside project director, Park Cofield, in the rehearsal room and provide production support as needed. Assistant director will help manage and oversee the teenager ensemble. Experience with working with students and an interest in puppetry a plus. Assistant Stage Manager - The position will report to the stage manager and assist with backstage duties including tracking costumes and props. Production Crew - Looking for volunteer crew members with technical theater experience to assist with load in, construction, handing lights, running sounds, making and maintaining costumes, and assisting with other technical elements. *PRODUCTION TIMELINE* August - Weekly Pre-production meetings on the phone September 12- 30 - Rehearsals and Tech October 1- 4 - Performances To be considered, please send a resume and a short email introducing yourself to SISUisintheHeart(a)gmail.com More information at: www.SISUisintheHeart.com <http://www.sisuisintheheart.com/> -- Park Cofield Project Director SISU is in the Heart SISUisintheHeart(a)gmail.com www.SISUisintheHeart.com <http://www.sisuisintheheart.com/>

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PAID SYNAGOGUE CHOIR POSITION TENOR
by Sharon Shaffer via NEohioPAL 28 Jul '15

28 Jul '15

PAID SYNAGOGUE CHOIRPOSITION TENOR MUST: HAVE strong solo “classical” voice background BE an excellent music reader Start August/September 2015 throughJune 2016 HIRING NOW!! Twice monthly services Rehearsal same day PLEASE CALL CHOIR DIRECTOR Sharon Shaffer 216-225-3439

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Ohio Shakespeare Festival opens "Henry V"
by Nancy Cates via NEohioPAL 28 Jul '15

28 Jul '15

Ohio Shakespeare Festival presents "a little bit of Harry in the night" King Henry V By William Shakespeare July 30 - August 16 Thursday through Sunday evenings at Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens, 714 N. Portage Path, Akron <http://www.ohioshakespearefestival.com> www.ohioshakespearefestival.com 1-888-71-TICKETS With this week's opening of Shakespeare's Henry V, Ohio Shakespeare Festival completes a two year initiative to bring to life the best of Shakespeare's History plays. In recent seasons, OSF has been successfully showcasing the less-frequently-performed plays in Shakespeare's canon, including King Lear, Richard III, Love's Labours Lost, and Cymbeline. Changing that arc a bit, last year OSF turned to the neglected, yet exciting and vital Histories, beginning with Henry IV, part one, and continuing now with Henry V. Henry V features long-time OSF Company member Andrew Cruse as King Henry, the now grown "Prince Hal" from Henry IV, part one. Many of the cast of Henry IV are returning to Henry V, including Scott Campbell as Bardolph, and Katie Zarecki as Mistress Quickly. Others featured in the cast are Tracee Patterson as "The Chorus," (who assumes multiple roles), Bernard Bygott as Pistol, and Tess Burgler as Princess Katharine. For the two Henries, in a desire to help bridge an ever-widening gap in Humanities and History education, and supported in part by the Akron Community Foundation and the Corbin Foundation, OSF is offering a FREE student night (with ID) on Thursday, August 6. Open-seating tickets will be available to all students (at the gate only) beginning at 6pm that evening, until we sell out. Easy to follow study guides and family trees will be available, so that the fascinating progression of the Plantagenet Kings will be clear to all. The run of Henry V also includes a Preview Performance on Thursday, July 30, with all tickets on $12, as well as either reserved, or open-seating tickets available for all other performances. OSF performs at Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens, 714 N. Portage Path, in Akron. Grounds open at 6pm for picnicking, the Greenshow beings at 7:30, and Henry V begins at 8pm, Thursdays through Sundays, rain or shine. Open Seating $28, Reserved Seating $33. "We few, we happy few, we band of brothers." - King Henry, in the field of Agincourt

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AUDITIONS FOR STAGED READING NEXT WEEK
by T in Kent via NEohioPAL 28 Jul '15

28 Jul '15

*Auditions are being held next Tuesday and Wednesday (August 4 & 5) at 7pm, at the Aurora Community Theatre (115 E. Pioneer Trail, Aurora), for two staged readings of a new musical comedy, "Where There's A Will." Auditions will be held in the basement of the theatre, with parking in the back. This is a huge, multicultural and somewhat male-dominated cast with many significant roles!* *Rehearsal schedule will be fairly minimal--10-15 evenings throughout August and September, leading up to the staged readings, September 11 & 12. Music and script will NOT need to be memorized. The public readings will be for small test audiences, and will be used to further develop this original script. **Written by Tim Shaffer with music by Tim Shaffer and Dustin Oliver, "Where There's a Will" is a musical comedy that follows a cast of inmates as they try to produce a prison's first-ever Easter musical.* *Auditioners should prepare 16-32 bars of music that they feel show off their singing abilities. Bring sheet music for accompanist (provided). There will also be some reading from the script. For a cast list or other questions, email Tim at tkentzz(a)gmail.com <tkentzz(a)gmail.com>* *Come help make this new work hilarious! *

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R.A.K Films needs actress
by R.A.K. FIlms via NEohioPAL 28 Jul '15

28 Jul '15

R.A.K. Films is still in need of a top heavy actress or two that can perform in our 2015-2016 projects. Must be in the Northeast Ohio area. Final call for 2015. If interested and think you fit the bill, please watch video below or go to the 'Contact Us' page at our site rakfilms.com to set up interview. Thank you. https://youtu.be/EHqCcs5VaQk R.Kotabish R.A.K Films

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[THEATER NINJAS] Seeking Costume Designer & Set Designer for New Production
by via NEohioPAL 28 Jul '15

28 Jul '15

Theater Ninjas is seeking a Costume Designer and a Set Designer for their upcoming original production: Tall Skinny Cruel Cruel Boys Written by Caroline V. McGraw Directed by Jeremy Paul October 29 - November 14, 2015 Brandy is children’s entertainer with some serious demons in her personal life, not to mention the red-clawed monster that lives under her bed. She moves through life like a car crash, bringing illicit lovers, strange little girls and other broken friends along for the ride. Written by Cleveland native and Kilroy’s nominated playwright Caroline V. McGraw, Tall Skinny Cruel Cruel Boys is a bold dark comedy about self-destruction, honesty and finding what you really need. Both design positions are paid. Designers must be available for weekly production meetings beginning in mid-September. If you are interested, please send a resume as well as sample images (or portfolio link) to Artistic Director Jeremy Paul: jpaul [at] theaterninjas [dot] com. For more information about Theater Ninjas and our shows, check out http://www.theaterninjas.com

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CLASSIC AMERICANA- RODGERS AND HAMMERSTEIN'S OKLAHOMA! AT HBTI
by Beatrice Katz via NEohioPAL 27 Jul '15

27 Jul '15

*RODGERS AND HAMMERSTEIN'S OKLAHOMA! CLOSES* *HATHAWAY BROWN THEATRE INSTITUTE THIRD SEASON* *Groundbreaking musical classic plays July 31 – Aug. 9* SHAKER HEIGHTS, OHIO – The musical that ushered in the golden age of musical theatre, *Oklahoma!*, will bring Hathaway Brown Theatre Institute's dynamic third season to a close when it plays July 31 through August 9, 2015 at *Hathaway Brown School in Shaker Heights, Ohio.* A celebration of the pioneer spirit that built America, *Oklahoma! *contains such iconic songs as “People Will Say We’re in Love,” “The Surrey with the Fringe on Top” and “Oh, What a Beautiful Mornin’” -- capturing settlers' joys and hopes of what lies past the horizon, even as they struggle with the harsh daily challenges of frontier life. The show was the first collaboration between Richard Rodgers (music) and Oscar Hammerstein II (book and lyrics), and it reinvented the musical theatre genre by pushing boundaries and creating new theatrical devices. Performances are Friday and Saturday, July 31 and August 1 at 7:30 p.m., Sunday, August 2 at 2:00 p.m., Friday and Saturday, August 7 and 8 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, August 9 at 2:00 p.m.. The show is presented in the Ahuja Auditorium at Hathaway Brown School, 19600 North Park Blvd., Shaker Heights, Ohio 44122. Tickets are $11-15 and can be purchased online at www.hb.edu/tickets, by calling 216-932-4214 x7270 or at the door (if available) the day of the performance. Directed and choreographed by HBTI Director Bebe Weinberg Katz, *Oklahoma!* also features musical direction by John Krol, fight choreography by Ryan Zarecki, set by Ron Newell, costumes by Jackie Guerra, properties by Lydia Chanenka, lights by Scott Chapman and sound design by Carlton Guc. It boasts a large cast of talented young HBTI students, including Matt Gittins as Curly, Hannah Kulawiak as Laurey, Jessica Hirsh as Aunt Eller, Kevin LaMonica as Will Parker, Denzel Jones as Jud Fry, Hannah Schmidt as Ado Annie, and many more exceptional actors, singers and dancers. HBTI was created by the Performing Arts Department of the Hathaway Brown School for students 1st grade – college, with coursework in drama, dance and music. HBTI provides high-level training from working artists to young people interested in the performing arts, as well as professional-level production experiences. Students of HBTI's staff of professional artists have gone on to perform on Broadway, in regional theatre, and in film and television. For more information,and tickets contact: HBTI 216 932 4214 or visit www.hb.edu/hbti_ticket <http://www.hb.edu/page.cfm?p=8802>s

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