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THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG at CPH: Extended Dates!
by Marketing 19 Feb '24

19 Feb '24

The run of smash hit slapstick comedy THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG at Cleveland Play House has been extended, running now thru March 10! Get ready for a night of mishaps, mischief, and madcap mania! It’s the opening night of the Cornley Drama Society’s newest production, “The Murder at Haversham Manor,” and things have quickly gone from bad…to utterly disastrous. The troupe’s ambitious 1920s whodunit has everything you never want in a show: falling props, collapsing scenery, an unconscious leading lady, a corpse that can’t play dead, and actors who trip over everything…including their lines. How will this eager ensemble battle against all of the disastrous odds? Will they make it to the final curtain call? An international hit that’s equal parts Monty Python and Sherlock Holmes – The Play That Goes Wrong is full of hilarious perfection. Tickets are available here: https://www.clevelandplayhouse.com/shows/2023/the-play-that-goes-wrong [https://www.clevelandplayhouse.com/files/shows/large/cph020924627.jpg]<https://www.clevelandplayhouse.com/shows/2023/the-play-that-goes-wrong> The Play That Goes Wrong | Cleveland Play House | 216-400-7000<https://www.clevelandplayhouse.com/shows/2023/the-play-that-goes-wrong> Get ready for a night of mishaps, mischief, and madcap mania! It’s the opening night of the Cornley Drama Society’s newest production, “The Murder at Haversham Manor,” and things have quickly gone from bad…to utterly disastrous. The troupe’s ambitious 1920s whodunit has everything you never want in a show: falling... www.clevelandplayhouse.com

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FREE Theater Classes @ Cleveland Public Theatre, ages 11-14
by Zyrece Montgomery 19 Feb '24

19 Feb '24

cleveland PUBLIC theatre Cleveland Act Now (CAN) Academy After-School In-Person Course *Her Legacy** – SENIORS* For youth ages, 11-14 years old 8-week course on-site at CPT March 19, 2024 – May 9, 2024 Tuesdays and Thursdays 4:30pm – 6:00pm FREE *Application Deadline: Wednesday, March 13, 2024* *WHO* CAN Academy is geared towards Cleveland residents; however, non-Cleveland residents are welcome to apply. *APPLICATION FORM* https://forms.gle/SkQvwPaJTySSCw2X9 Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until enrollment reaches 14 young artists. Once the session reaches capacity, additional applicants will be placed on a waitlist. *WHAT* Taught by CPT Teaching Artist and CAN Academy Site Coordinator, Zyrece Montgomery, and Supporting Teaching Artist Olivia Wolfram, *Her Legacy *is an in-person, after-school theatre program where youth will work as an ensemble to build an original piece centered around recognizing the women who have been impactful in their lives and celebrating their legacy. This session is a devising workshop that provides a platform for youth to build confidence in self-expression, self-discovery, writing, and collaborative storytelling skills. This spring session culminates in an in-person showcase of the young artists’ original work. CAN Academy performing arts activities improve academic skills, instill empathy and responsibility, build character, and enhance creative thinking. *This program is offered at NO COST, thanks to the Cleveland Foundation.* All classes are in person on-site at Cleveland Public Theatre. Young artists must follow our health and safety protocols, which are informed by the CDC guidelines. Any updates to our health and safety protocols will be communicated to our CAN families in a timely manner. *CONTACT/QUESTIONS* Please contact Zyrece Montgomery, CAN Academy Teaching Artist and Site Coordinator, via email or phone with questions. | *zmontgomery(a)cptonline.org <zmontgomery(a)cptonline.org> or 440.429.5752*

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Willoughby Summer Theater Festival 2024 Audition Notice
by darryllewis＠juno.com 19 Feb '24

19 Feb '24

The Willoughby Summer Theatre Festival is proud to announce auditions for its 2024 season... You Can't Take It With You by George S. Kaufman and Moss Hart The Gin Game by Donald L. Coburn The Complete Works of William Shakespeare [Abridged] by Adam Long, Daniel Singer, and Jess Winfield Audition Information:Saturday, March 23rd from 3pm-6pmSunday, March 24th from 3pm-6pm Audition Location:Andrews Osborne Academy38588 Mentor AvenueWilloughby, Ohio 44094 Audition Preparation:Auditions will consist of readings from the script. Please bring a current headshot/resume. Please bring any potential rehearsal conflict you may have between June 3rd-July 26th, 2024. Sign up for an audition appointment here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70a0e4fa9ad2da2fe3-willoughby#/ All roles in You Can't Take it With You and Complete Works are open. All roles in The Gin Game have been pre-cast. Returning company members, if you are interested in spending the summer with us again but you are unavailable to attend auditions, feel free to contact either Darryl Lewis at dlewis(a)andrewsosborne.com from You Can't Take it With You inquiries, or Chris Bizub at cmb164(a)1870.uakron.edu for Complete Works inquiries. Performance Dates are between JULY 26 TO AUGUST 11, 2024 You Can't It With Youby George S. Kaufman and Moss HartDirected by Darryl Lewis Performs: July 26th @ 7pmJuly 27th @ 7pmAug 1st @ 7pmAug 3rd @ 7pm The Gin Game by Donald L. CoburnDirected by Michael Rogan PerformsJuly 28th @ 7pmJuly 31st @ 7pmAug 2nd @7pmAug 4th @ 5pm You Can’t Take it With You & The Gin Game Performance Location:Andrews Osborne Academy38588 Mentor AvenueWilloughby, Ohio 44094 The Complete Works of William Shakespeare [Abridged] by Adam Long, Daniel Singer, and Jess WinfieldDirected by Chris Bizub Performs:July 27th @ 2pmJuly 28th @ 2pmAug 3rd @ 2pmAug 4th @ 2pmAug 10th @ 2pmAug 11th @ 2pm Performance Location:The Complete Works of William Shakespeare [Abridged] will be presented outdoors in downtown Willoughby and downtown Chagrin Falls. This production is made possible by the generous people at the Chagrin Valley Little Theater and a generous grant from the Ohio Arts Council. You Can't Take It With You Character Breakdown Martin Vanderhof (Grandpa) - Martin Vanderhof is mainly called “Grandpa” in the play; he is the head of the family in every way. Penelope Sycamore - Penelope -- or Penny, as everyone calls her -- , is married to Paul, and is the daughter of Martin Paul Sycamore - Paul Sycamore is Penny’s husband, and Essie and Alice’s father. Essie Carmichael - Essie is the eldest daughter of Penny and Paul Sycamore, and granddaughter to Grandpa Alice Sycamore - Alice is the younger daughter of Penny and Paul Sycamore and granddaughter of Grandpa Vanderhof. Ed Carmichael - Ed is Essie’s husband and son-in-law to Penny and Paul. Tony Kirby - Tony is Alice’s boyfriend and eventual fiancé. He is the Vice President of Kirby and Company Mr. Anthony Kirby - Mr. Kirby is Tony’s father and the head of the Wall Street firm Kirby and Company Mrs. Miriam Kirby - Mrs. Kirby is the wife of Mr. Anthony Kirby and mother to Tony Boris Kolenkov - Russian. Kolenkhov is Essie’s ballet instructor. He admits that she is a horrible ballet dancer Donald - Donald is Rheba’s longtime boyfriend who frequently visits her where she works, Rheba - Rheba is the maid for the Vanderhof/Sycamore family, but she is treated like one of the family. Mr. De Pinna - Mr. De Pinna is a close friend of the family, who has lived with them for the last eight years. Wilbur Henderson - Mr. Henderson works for the IRS and comes to talk to Grandpa about owing 22 years of back taxes Gay Wellington - Gay Wellington is an actress who Penny invites to the house to read her plays. Grand Duchess Olga Katrina - Grand Duchess Olga Katrina was one of the Grand Duchesses of Russia before the Revolution G-Men - 3-5 actors who arrest the family at the end of Act 2 The Complete Works of William Shakespeare [Abridged]Character BreakdownWe're looking for 3-6 Actors or Actresses – Each performer can be any age or gender, must have improvisational skills, strong comedic timing, and be somewhat familiar with Shakespearean language/style.

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Last Week of Performances of ALTER at Cleveland Public Theatre kicks off with Market Monday Pop Up tomorrow (Feb 19)!
by Kim Furganson 19 Feb '24

19 Feb '24

Cleveland Public Theatre and Teatro Público de Cleveland present ALTER<https://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2023-2024/alter-2/> Written by Tania Benites Directed by Kari Barclay February 8-24, 2024 “ALTER explores the difficulties of being a quiet person in a loud world, toxic self-help culture, and the myth that you must always be leveling up to be successful.” ―Tania Benites, playwright “Tania Benites is definitely a playwright to watch for.” –Christine Howey, Scene Cleveland Public Theatre and Teatro Público de Cleveland present the highly anticipated World Premiere of ALTER by Tania Benites. ALTER is a horror/thriller-flavored dramedy which performed to sold-out houses when it was presented in CPT’s Test Flight 2023<https://www.cptonline.org/test-flight/>, an annual developmental program for writers of all levels. About the Play Using a self-help book titled “Hypnosis for Self-Confidence,” customer service representative Maria seeks ultimate self-improvement to succeed in the corporate world. However, she soon discovers that the best version of herself may be her worst enemy. The play will be performed in English with Spanish supertitles. Featuring: Alisha Caraballo, Mónica A. Cerpa Zúñiga, Sylka Edmonson, Andrea de la Fuente, Lionel Morales, Rajah Morales, David L. Munnell Ticket and Show Information (runtime is approximately 90 minutes with no intermission) The play is performed on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and one Monday at 7:00pm, and two Sundays at 3:00pm in CPT’s intimate James Levin Theatre, located at 6415 Detroit Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44102, in the heart of the Gordon Square Arts District. Sundays are Covid-Conscious performances when patrons are required to wear masks. Click here<https://www.cptonline.org/plan-your-visit/> for all COVID-19 Safety Protocols. Every Ticket is Choose What You Pay<https://www.cptonline.org/uncategorized/cleveland-public-theatre-announces-…> from $1 to $40 and can be purchased at www.cptonline.org<http://www.cptonline.org> or through the Box Office at 216.631.2727 ext. 501. Advance ticket purchases are recommended. The James Levin Theatre is ADA-compliant featuring a ramped entrance and an all-gender, wheelchair accessible restroom. Your ticket to the following performances includes some perks! Market Monday Tomorrow! (February 19, 2024)! Ticket includes admission to a pre-show pop-up market spotlighting local Latine vendors from 6pm to 7pm followed by the 7pm performance of ALTER that evening. The line-up of vendors includes: Dalhia Coffee Co<https://dahliacoffeeco.com/>., Jossi’s Bakery<https://www.jossisbakery.com/>, AlmaVision: Cultura y Más<https://www.instagram.com/almavisioncle/>, and Kenron, a local visual artist. Free Bev Friday (Feb. 23―Your ticket includes FREE post-show beverages for every Friday night performance! ALTER in the news! WKYC We the People<https://www.wkyc.com/video/entertainment/television/programs/we-the-people/…> Cleveland.com/Plain Dealer<https://www.cleveland.com/entertainment/2024/01/dark-comedy-alter-at-clevel…> LaMega<https://www.facebook.com/LaMegaCleveland/videos/7053426881446564> Ideastream<https://www.ideastream.org/arts-culture/2024-02-14/cleveland-playwright-wea…> ALTER Cast Profiles: https://www.instagram.com/reel/C3avsGopg2u/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igs…. Join us on Instagram @cptcle to see more cast and creative team stories backstage for this final week! Review from Dr. Yuko Kurahashi, member of the Cleveland Critics Circle: Mr. Hyde in Cleveland Public Theatre: Tania Benites’s ALTER – theatrereviewskurahashi (wordpress.com)<https://theatrereviewskurahashi.wordpress.com/2024/02/15/mr-hyde-in-clevela…>

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Ensemble presents the newest draft of Rachel Zake's THE PROSPECT OF EQUALITY
by Ensemble Theatre 18 Feb '24

18 Feb '24

*THE PROSPECT OF EQUALITY* *Directed by Celeste Cosentino* *F**eaturing the amazing talents of an ensemble of local Cleveland actors ::* *Laura Perrotta* *(RBG)*, Erin Moran *(Young Ruth),* Nicholas Chokan* (Young Martin), *Keenan Carosielli *(Marc/Stephen Weinberger), *Samantha Cocco *(Margie/Sharron Frontiero), *Doug Sutherland* (Morris Ginsburg/Martin), *Claudia Zalevsky *(Sally Reed/Elena Kagan), and *Dan Zalevsky* (Charles Moritz/Antonin Scalia). (*Member of Actors' Equity Association). *Be a part of the new play process!! **The Prospect of Equality* presents Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s story as we would often wish to see our own, with advice from our older selves, telling us that the fight ahead will truly one day be worth the struggle. ** World Premiere NEW Play!* Join us tomorrow night! February 19th, 2024 @7pm. FREE!! *Notre Dame College** :: Administration Building :: **Performing Arts Center* 4545 College Rd. :: South Euclid, OH 44121 *Run Time* :: 1 hrs & 45min. There will be one 10 minute intermission. *For FREE Tickets* :: https://www.simpletix.com/e/free-reading-of-the-prospect-of-equality-ticket… *Here is a link to DIRECTIONS to our location <https://www.ensembletheatrecle.org/contact/directions> at NDC. * Please do not hesitate to call or email if you have any questions. * *Please note we are not in the Regina Auditorium. * *We are so thankful for Notre Dame College and our supporters throughout Northeast Ohio! Join the Ensemble today!* *Come out and support these amazing local artists! We look forward to seeing you in our audience! * *www.ensembletheatrecle.org <http://www.ensembletheatrecle.org/>*

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Tickets for Academy for Dramatic Arts Production of "Disney's "The Lion King, Jr" on sale March 18th at 10am
by Matthew J. Wilks 18 Feb '24

18 Feb '24

Disney’s THE LION KING JR. Playing at Academy for Dramatic Arts located in Christ United Church in Olmsted Falls Disney’s The Lion King JR. is playing at Academy for Dramatic Arts located in Christ United Church starting on Thursday April 18th through Sunday April 21st. The 60-minute musical, designed for middle-school aged performers, is based on the Broadway production directed by Julie Taymor and the 1994 Disney film. The Academy for Dramatic Arts cast contains 39 students led by Director Joshua Landis The Lion King JR. tells the story of the epic adventures of a curious cub named Simba as he struggles to accept the responsibilities of adulthood and his destiny as king. Along the way, the young lion encounters a colorful cast of characters including spunky lioness Nala, charismatic meerkat Timon, and loveable warthog Pumbaa. To claim his rightful place on the throne and save his beloved Pridelands , Simba must find his inner strength and confront his wicked Uncle Scar. The Lion King JR. features classic songs from the 1994 film such as “Hakuna Matata” and the Academy Award®-winning “Can You Feel the Love Tonight” as well as additional songs penned for the Broadway production. The performances of Disney’s The Lion King JR. are open to the public. Admission is $10. Tickets go on sale March 18th at 10am.Tickets will be available for purchase at AcademyForDramaticArts.net For more information about licensing The Lion King JR. or other Disney shows, please visit www.DisneyMusicals.com. Academy for Dramatic Arts is a non-profit group that began out of the Berea Area Ministerial Association. The association dreamt of a place where every performer can grow, learn and be active in the performing arts without concern for economic resources, past experience or skill level. The members of the association gathered a group of 20 concerned citizens with the love for the arts and raised the initial funds needed to run the academy for one year time. Our first show, Jungle Book Kids had 13 kids in the cast. Since then our academy has grown to include our Theatre for Beginning Artists, Youth Theatre and Main Stage theatre, Summer Theatre Camp as well as partnering with the city of Berea to provide performing arts classes. Join us as we continue to grow and inspire the next generation of performance artists.

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Male-Identifying Actor Needed For A Play Through
by Tim Collingwood 18 Feb '24

18 Feb '24

My play, Tell The Brethren, about the Roman Catholic Women Priesthood movement, is near the end of its current workshop stage. Four female-identifying actors have been cast, and I need a male-identifying actor to participate in a play through. The play through will be followed by scene improvisation. The play has been in a breathable workshop space most of January. I have a female director leading the reading and they will lead the play through. We will connect with each other via email. The play through will be February 24th at the church on the Cleveland Public Theatre campus from 10am to 1pm. If you can make that time, please let me know. You will have scripts in hand for both, no need to memorize. The director will cast. While this is unpaid, you will be helping a playwright's development process and your work will be credited in a future production. . Please respond if interested.

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Acts of Clay: an evening of short horror readings
by Stuart Hoffman 18 Feb '24

18 Feb '24

I’m pleased to announce that Wizbang Theater in Cleveland Heights will be hosting a weekend of horror play readings. Info and link below! Acts of Clay: an evening of short horror readings Where is your horror? Within a childhood nightmare? Exploring the dark woods for a late night snack? Witnessing a housewife’s descent into madness? Trapped in the past, or terrified of the future? Wizbang Theater and local playwright Stuart Hoffman invite you to join us for an evening of short play readings to answer those questions. From twisted Gothic adaptations to original pulpy noir, these pieces delve into the horrific core of humanity, provoking the mind and, perhaps, drawing blood. Featuring: Courtney Auman, Sam Cocco, Benjamin Gregg, Robert Hawkes, Sarah Kunchik, Joseph Milan, Casey Venema. March 1st, 2nd Doors at 8pm showtime 8:30pm $25, Front row reserved table for two $10, General admission Graphic design by Noah Hrbek http://www.wizbangtheater.com/eventcalendar/2024/1/12/cocktails-with-sweet-… Sent from my iPhone

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Berko review: MOTHER COURAGE AND HER CHILDREN @ Ensemble
by Roy Berko 17 Feb '24

17 Feb '24

*•••••••••••••••••••••••••••* *Capsule judgment: Theatre lovers, rejoice! At 2 hours and 30 minutes MOTHER COURAGE AND HER CHILDREN is a long sit, but a well-worth investment of time when realizing that you are seeing one of the epics of Western culture’s theatrical cannon which is getting an impressive staging.* *To read the entire review go to: *https://royberkinfo.blogspot.com/ *To read the capsule judgements of the other Cleveland reviewers go to: * https://clevelandtheaterreviews.blogspot.com/ *••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••*

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Seeking Director (stipend) & Light Board Operator (volunteer)
by Chagrin Valley Little Theatre 17 Feb '24

17 Feb '24

Chagrin Valley Little Theatre - a 501(c)(3) non-profit arts organization in Chagrin Falls, is seeking a director for "Erma Bombeck: At Wit’s End" - a one-woman, full length comedy. 6 weekend performances between Sept 20-29, 2024. This position comes with a stipend. Please contact Tom Jones, Vice Chair Production & Technical Committee for questions and to arrange an interview - tjones(a)cvlt.org CVLT is also seeking one or more volunteer light board operators for "Don’t Dress for Dinner" (Fridays and Saturday evenings May 17-June 8 and Sunday afternoons May 2 and May 9) and "The Prom" (Friday and Saturday evenings July 19-August 10 and Sunday afternoon August 4.) Training will be provided, no previous experience needed. Must be able to climb a ladder to get into the light booth. Volunteer(s) will be required to attend rehearsals Sunday through Thursday evening the week before opening. If you cannot commit to all dates, we may be able to make arrangements for sharing with another volunteer. Please contact Tom Jones, Vice Chair Production & Technical Committee - tjones(a)cvlt.org Chagrin Valley Little Theatre www.CVLT.org <http://CVLT.org> FACEBOOK <http://Facebook.com/ChagrinValleyLittleTheatre> | INSTAGRAM <http://Instagram.com/ChagrinTheatre> | TWITTER <http://Twitter.com/ChagrinTheatre>

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