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con-con hiring PT Technical Director
by Cory Molner 29 Sep '23

29 Sep '23

convergence-continuum is seeking a PT Technical director to join its leadership team! Position Summary The Technical Director manages and implements technical aspects of our productions. The Technical Director is expected to function independently in an environment conducive to the development of new and environmental work with changing priorities and detail-critical deadlines. The Technical Director is responsible for managing projects from conception through completion with the design and creative teams for each production and bringing shows in on budget. In conjunction with the Executive Artistic Director, the Technical Director will take an active role in facilitating communication with Designers and Technical Staff. Primary Responsibilities: - Collaborate with the design team and other production staff to establish methods for executing the design and construction of scenery and its integration with other technical elements of the productions. - Maintain clear communication with designers and with production staff to ensure successful integration of a show’s technical elements. - Attend all design presentations, meetings, rehearsals, and run-throughs as designated by the Executive Artistic Director. - Provide supervision for all load-in and work calls during the production process coordinating activity with other staff. - Serve as lead carpenter for each production. - Prepare a build and strike schedule for each production. - Supervise, manage, and support the technical staff for each production including build over hire, sound engineer, master electrician, and other technical staff to promote a safe, healthy, and productive, working environment. - Alongside the design team, assist with the completion of designs as needed; basic scenic painting, props and supplies acquisition. - Actively participate in team building, fostering a work environment incorporating the values of convergence-continuum. - Coach and develop staff and over hire by monitoring the quality of individuals work and providing constructive feedback. - Advises production managers, lighting and sound designers, on the technical specifications, costs and usage of technical equipment required for the individual show, and supervises the implementations of approved technical designs. - Monitors the condition of equipment including lighting, sound, projection, and rigging equipment; arranges for the repair and replacement within budgetary constraints; performs preventive maintenance on equipment. - Makes recommendations to the theater leadership regarding capital purchases of technical equipment. Required Qualifications: - Demonstrated ability to lead teams in non-profit theatre production. - Commitment to creating and maintaining an equitable, inclusive, and anti-racist environment that values diversity. - Demonstrated ability in scenic construction and carpentry. - Demonstrated experience in at least two of the following areas: Lighting, Sound, Projection. - Optional: Experience with AutoCad, Vectorworks, qLab and ETC EOS Software. Reports to: Executive Artistic Director. Supervision: Functional supervision of Designers. Hours & Pay: $750/month, hours flexible as needed- To Apply: Please send your resume and cover letter to info(a)convergence-continuum.org. Please be sure to include the position title in the subject line of the email. For more information about convergence-continuum please visit: https://www.convergence-continuum.org/ PT Technical Director | con-con | | | | PT Technical Director | con-con | | | Cory MolnerExecutive Artistic Director, convergence-continuum Theater(He/Him/His)

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The Singers' Club of Cleveland Presents "The Music We Sing"
by Kira McGirr 29 Sep '23

29 Sep '23

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2023 AT 7:00PM FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF GREATER CLEVELAND 3630 FAIRMOUNT BLVD. CLEVELAND, OH 44118 Discover the essence of vocal expression through *The Music We Sing.* This dynamic repertoire will resonate with each listener, taking you on a musical journey of hope, faith, love, and joy. Tickets to *The Music We Sing* are required, and available free or for $10, at https://www.singersclub.org/upcoming-events. If able, when ordering your tickets, please consider supporting the club by using the $10 pricing option. You may also purchase tickets by calling our voicemail at (216) 556-4405. Please leave a message, and your call will be returned.

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Lakeland Theatre: King Lear with Mitchell Fields
by Martin Friedman 29 Sep '23

29 Sep '23

*Lakeland Theatre* Presents a Theatre Authority Inc./ Equity Showcase staged reading of William Shakespeare's *"King Lear"* *featuring* *Mitchell Fields* as Lear* Directed by Martin Friedman Sets and Lights Designed by Timothy Dorman Also Featuring: *Tom Fulton*, Marc Moritz*, Aimee Collier, Aaron Elersich*, Dan Hendrock*, Siobhan Carroll, Brian Bartels, Cody Swanson, Kennedi Hobbs, Ma'lon Smith, Damion Dyer, Abraham Adams and Amaya Kiyomi* **Denotes member of Actors Equity* *This is a staged reading of William Shakespeare's KING LEAR. Produced under the auspices of the Theatre Authority, Inc. and Actors Equity Association.* The King of England, Lear, in preparation for his old age, decides to divide his power and land between his daughters. The two eldest daughters lie and flatter him; his youngest tells him the truth which he ultimately rejects. Lear ultimately becomes destitute and insane, and these actions become the crux of political machinations. A gripping tale of power*, *greed and family loyalty. *Production Dates:* King Lear *will play for only TWO performances: Friday, September 29 and Saturday, September 30 at 7:30 pm* *TICKETS:* $15 adults, $13 seniors and veterans and $7 students. Tickets are available at the box office or online at lakelandcc.edu/arts <http://lakelandcc.edu/arts> . *es directly support the Lakeland Civic Theatre program,*

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The Post-Roe Monologues Free Staged Reading at Cleveland Public Theatre Oct. 7 and Oct. 8!
by Kim Furganson 28 Sep '23

28 Sep '23

Executive Producer Jeffrey Grover Presents The Post-Roe Monologues by Mimi Zieman, M.D. To be presented at Cleveland Public Theatre The Post-Roe Monologues explores the real-world consequences of the overturning of Roe v. Wade based on interviews and experiences of the playwright as an OB/GYN. The play will be performed as a free staged reading at Cleveland Public Theatre<https://www.cptonline.org/> on October 7 and 8, 2023. Where: Cleveland Public Theatre's Gordon Square Theatre, 6415 Detroit Ave., Cleveland, OH 44102 When: Sat., Oct. 7 at 7:30pm, and Sun., Oct. 8 at 3pm. Ticket price: FREE and does not require a ticket. Accessibility: The Gordon Square Theatre is ADA compliant and wheelchair accessible. Content Warning: abortion, adoption, infertility, miscarriage, and sexual assault. Executive Artistic Director: Jeffrey Grover * www.jeffreygrover.com<https://mail-cptonline.org/t/4W7A-L22P-72G74O-JQ78L-1/c.aspx> *Member SAG-AFTRA and Actors Equity. Playwright and M.D.: Mimi Zieman www.mimiziemanmd.com<http://www.mimiziemanmd.com/> Director: Jacqi Loewy Featuring: Diwe Augustin-Glave, Noah Budin, Andrea De La Fuente, Scott Esposito, Holly Holsinger, Jayne Kacik, Zoe Lewis, Chris Seibert, CorLesia Smith, and Cindi Verbelun. Post-Show Talkbacks: Join us for a lively discussion following each performance. Saturday, October 7, 7:30pm: Dr. Arthur Lavin, retired Cleveland general pediatrician, immediate past chair of the American Academy of Pediatrics, Chair of DOHCS, a group of hundreds of local Cleveland doctors organized for political justice. Sunday, October 8, 3:00pm: Dr. Jane Corteville, director of MacDonald Imaging, director of prenatal genetic services, University Hospitals of Cleveland, and assistant professor Case Western Reserve University.

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Dancing Wheels post
by Sara Lawrence-Sucato 28 Sep '23

28 Sep '23

The Dancing Wheels Company & School in partnership with the Museum of Contemporary Art Cleveland (moCa) presents “To Have and To Hold,” an evening performance by and with Dancing Wheels Company members and apprentices held on Saturday, October 21, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. at moCa Cleveland (11400 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44106). This performance is in conjunction with an exhibit of visual artists with disabilities titled “Don’t mind if I do” organized in collaboration with Finnegan Shannon, moCa curator Lauren Leving, and inspired by visual artist Pelenakeke Brown who hails from New Zealand. Choreographers McKenzie Beaverson, Angelina DiFranco, Annette Ellis, Brian Murphy, and DeMarco Sleeper from the Dancing Wheels Company were invited to create dances based on their own personal impressions of the art exhibited by each visual artist whose work showcases an inclusive representation of bodies and spaces. The exhibits will be open to guests prior to the performance. The performance will conclude with an audience talk back.

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Cleveland Public Theatre is Hiring a Teaching Artist and Site Coordinator for CAN Academy
by Brooke Myers 28 Sep '23

28 Sep '23

CLEVELAND PUBLIC THEATRE IS HIRING A TEACHING ARTIST AND SITE COORDINATOR FOR CAN ACADEMY Cleveland Public Theatre is hiring a Teaching Artist and Site Coordinator for the Cleveland Act Now Academy (CAN Academy) program to continue to serve Cleveland Public Theatre’s mission to raise consciousness and nurture compassion through life-changing education programs. Review of candidates will begin immediately. To apply for the position, send an email to Nicole Sumlin, Director of Education, at nsumlin(a)cptonline.org by end of day* October 4, 2023*. Subject line should read: YOUR LAST NAME, Teaching Artist and Site Coordinator, CAN Academy. Your email should include two attachments: a resume and a cover letter giving examples of work that illustrate the experience required in the description and explaining why you are interested in this position. Please also include three references (phone numbers, email addresses, organization, position/title). No phone calls, please. ------------------------------ *TEACHING ARTIST AND SITE COORDINATOR, CAN ACADEMY* The Teaching Artist and Site Coordinator, CAN Academy reports directly to the Education Director. This position is a year-round, salaried staff position. The salary range is $37k to $43k based on work experience. Benefits include health insurance and paid time off. We are looking to fill this position as soon as possible. The Teaching Artist and Site Coordinator has the following responsibilities: - Successfully create and implement curriculum for year-round, CAN Academy programming during the daytime and early evening. Youth will build community and storytelling skills (incorporating body, voice, and ensemble work) through Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer sessions, with each session culminating in mostly devised artistic presentations at Cleveland Public Theatre (and at times, community events). - Collaborate with CAN Academy team members, CPT Staff from applicable departments, and guest artists to successfully present the artistic presentations and fully produced productions at assigned sites. - Manage part-time CAN Academy Teaching Artists and Teaching Artist Interns in the successful implementation of CAN Academy programming. - Attend meetings with CAN Academy (and once weekly, full CAN programming) team(s) and Director of Education to share outline highlights, session progress, questions, and challenges of program implementation. - Create detailed and accurate lesson plans, attendance records, and session progress notes for the program as indicated by Director of Education - Completing other duties that relate to the CAN Academy program and CPT education/artistic programming as determined by Director of Education ------------------------------ *KEY COMPETENCIES* - Experience teaching Black and brown youth who may have sustained trauma and deal with the effects of oppression and scarcity - Experience in building relationships with families and community partners - Creativity and vision in storytelling - Play creation skillset - Play-producing skillset - Excellent logistics and organizational skills - Excellent collaborator and communicator - Organized, clear record-keeping and curriculum planning skills - Experience managing the needs of various constituencies at once - Commitment to leading with anti-racist principles - Community-building skills - Team player and inclusive leader - Integrity and discretion - Project management - Strong public speaking skills ------------------------------ *QUALIFICATIONS* This position requires a teaching artist and leader who is equally passionate about building nurturing, authentic relationships with youth and their families *and* exciting creativity, confidence, and craft in young artists around storytelling. Experience in devising theatre is critical, as is a depth of experience working with Black and brown youth, adults, and families who may encounter daily manifestations of scarcity. We are seeking a devising/ensemble-based director and teaching artist with strong leadership skills. CPT gives preference to candidates who have demonstrable experience advocating for anti-racism, equity, and inclusion. Successful candidates will be collaborative and eager to learn and lead. Successful candidates possess excellent organizational skills and a passion for creating warm, exciting, and empowering community experiences for our program’s participants. ------------------------------ *DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAMMING* *Cleveland Act Now (CAN)* is a year-round theatre arts program consisting of two paths for young artists ages 5-14. CAN multidisciplinary performing arts activities improve academic skills, instill empathy and responsibility, build character, and enhance creative thinking. - *CAN Academy* is a free performing arts program at Cleveland Public Theatre for younger teens and youth from Cleveland and surrounding neighborhoods. Young artists engage in rigorous (and fun!) theatre training, learning acting fundamentals, script analysis, storytelling techniques, and play creation. - *CMHA CAN* takes place in partnership with Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority (CMHA) at community centers for children and families who live in public housing. Under the guidance of CPT Teaching Artists, young artists learn how to create and perform their own plays, dance, poetry, music, and visual art. These original performances are crafted and presented annually at CMHA and Cleveland community centers as well as arts festivals throughout Cleveland. CMHA CAN is offered at four CMHA community center sites: Lakeview Terrace CAN, Woodhill Homes CAN, Outhwaite Homes CAN, and Riverside Park CAN. CAN also partners with local community centers. ------------------------------ *CPT’S CORE EDUCATION PRINCIPLES* CPT education programs follow four guiding principles that reflect our pedagogical, political, and aesthetic approaches to education, and are deeply interrelated. *Empowerment:* Together we create original works of theatre, and our participants contribute to the spoken words, the movement, and the production elements. This layered approach engages participants dynamically, resulting in pride and ownership of the final product. *Equity:* We strive to bridge the gap between the heard and the unheard by centering rarely shared stories with a wider audience. Our work brings awareness to issues such as racial and economic justice, nurturing relationships that cross the invisible boundaries of race and class. We believe representation matters, and we are committed to engaging Teaching Artists who are representative of the communities with whom we collaborate. *Excellence:* We encourage the development of the whole artist, nurturing an artist’s personal, interpersonal, and artistic growth. This environment of self-mastery calls participants to own their greatness with pride, be accountable to their peers, and be engaged, curious, and connected to their community. *Enthusiasm:* We approach the artistic process with openness, rigor, intention, and joy! Our programs cultivate an enthusiastic learning environment that supports creative expression while nurturing a high degree of discipline and focus. We encourage our participants’ creativity, and we also challenge them to explore as many levels of their creative potential as possible.

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Cleveland Public Theatre is Hiring Part-Time Substitute Teaching Artists
by Brooke Myers 28 Sep '23

28 Sep '23

CLEVELAND PUBLIC THEATRE IS HIRING PART-TIME SUBSTITUTE TEACHING ARTISTS CPT is seeking *part-time Substitute Teaching Artists *to assist in implementing CPT Education programming. Theatre experience is a plus. We are looking to build a strong core of artists who are dedicated to creating work to further racial and economic justice. ------------------------------ *CMHA CLEVELAND ACT NOW* CMHA Cleveland Act Now (CAN) takes place in partnership with the Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority (CMHA) at community centers for children and families who live in public housing. Under the guidance of CPT Teaching Artists, young artists learn how to create and perform their own plays, dance, poetry, music, and visual art. These multidisciplinary performing arts activities improve academic skills, instill empathy and responsibility, build character, and enhance creative thinking. The students regularly perform at CMHA community centers as well as arts festivals throughout Cleveland. CMHA CAN is offered in four CMHA communities: Lakeview Terrace, Woodhill Homes, Outhwaite Homes, and Riverside Park. *CLEVELAND ACT NOW ACADEMY (CAN ACADEMY)* Cleveland Act Now (CAN) Academy is a free performing arts program for younger teens and youth from Cleveland and surrounding neighborhoods, held on-site at Cleveland Public Theatre. The Juniors program serves youth ages 7-10, and the Seniors program serves youth ages 11-14. Young artists engage in rigorous (and fun!) theatre training, learning acting fundamentals, script analysis, storytelling techniques, and play creation. *Y-HAVEN THEATRE PROJECT* Y-Haven Theatre Project is a program for residents of Y-Haven, a YMCA center providing temporary housing and Substance Use Disorder treatment to individuals who are homeless, re-entering the community from incarceration, and/or recovering from Opioid Use Disorder. The program teaches performing arts and technical aspects of theatre while addressing critical personal, interpersonal, and job-related skills through a comprehensive process. The program culminates in the performance and community-wide tour of an original play based on stories from the clients’ lives. ------------------------------ SKILLS REQUIRED - Experience in at least one theatre-related arts discipline (dance, drumming, singing, acting, creative writing, etc.) - Experience teaching children and/or teenagers - Ability to travel to multiple sites (CMHA CAN) - Experience with/open to working with individuals in recovery from substance use disorder and/or homelessness - Demonstrated ability to be or become a strong role model for Cleveland youth - Energy, responsiveness, flexibility, creativity - Attention to detail, ability to work independently - Openness to learning new techniques in the creation of original performance material *SUBSTITUTE TEACHING ARTIST, CAN Academy— JOB RESPONSIBILITIES* - Successfully supporting CPT full-time EDU leadership staff in implementing CPT Education programming, actively engaging with youth and/or adults as they build storytelling skills (incorporating body, voice, and ensemble) and community - CAN Academy Juniors (M/W) and Seniors (T/TH) team hours are typically from 3:30-6:30 pm at Cleveland Public Theatre - CMHA CAN Outhwaite (M/W) team hours are typically from 3:30 pm-5:30 pm at Outhwaite Homes Community Center - CMHA CAN Riverside (M/W) team hours are typically from 4:00-6:00 pm at Riverside Park Community Center. - CMHA CAN Lakeview (T/TH) team hours are typically from 3:30-5:30 pm at Lakeview Terrace Community Center. - Y-Haven Theatre Project (M/W/F, October-December 2023) team hours are typically from 1-4 pm at Cleveland Public Theatre. - Collaborating with partner organizations and/or CPT Staff from applicable departments to successfully present artistic work at assigned sites - Attending trainings and/or meetings with EDU teams to share outline highlights, session progress, questions, and opportunities regarding program implementation (avg. 1-2 hours weekly) - Completing other duties that relate to the CPT EDU programs as determined by full-time, ongoing CPT EDU staff (recruitment, communication, record keeping) ------------------------------ *We are looking to fill these positions as soon as possible. *Please send a resume and letter of interest to *Nicole Sumlin, Director of Education *at nsumlin(a)cptonline.org by *end of day Wednesday, October 4, 2023*. In your email, the subject line should be your last name followed by “SUBSTITUTE TEACHING ARTIST.” *No phone calls, please.* ------------------------------ *ABOUT CLEVELAND PUBLIC THEATRE* *CPT is a nationally recognized center for contemporary performance. Its mission is to raise consciousness and nurture compassion through groundbreaking theatre and life-changing education programs. CPT implements this mission through its annual theatrical season, featuring between 8-10 adventurous professional productions and a robust series of new play development programs that support writers and devisers at multiple points in the creative process. CPT’s acclaimed education programs engage communities in devising new works that speak to contemporary issues and empower participants to work for positive change in our community. CPT is home to community ensembles Teatro Público de Cleveland and Masrah Cleveland Al-Arabi, and CPT annually presents Station Hope, a large-scale community arts festival. CPT’s annual budget is around $2.5 million a year. CPT has 22 full-time staff members.* *CPT COVID-19 WORK POLICY* *CPT Employees are strongly encouraged to be fully vaccinated.*

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CVLT Seeks Asst. Tech Director & Live Sound Engineer (Part Time, Paid)
by Chagrin Valley Little Theatre 28 Sep '23

28 Sep '23

*Chagrin Valley Little Theatre is Hiring *40 River Street, Chagrin Falls OH | CVLT.org | 440.247.8955 The positions below may be combined into a single role for the right candidate. ASSISTANT TECHNICAL DIRECTOR – PART TIME *Summary of position:* * Build and implement scenic elements for six (6) Main Stage productions per season * Lead volunteer carpenters when necessary * Assist in set dressing when appropriate * Interface with CVLT Technical Director/Set Designer to ensure accurate representation of Set Design. This is a paid, part-time position. Interested? Email Managing Director Cory Markowitz at cmarkowitz(a)cvlt.org, and attach a resume/description of experience and interest. LIVE SOUND ENGINEER – PART TIME *Summary of position:* * Manage live sound for three (3) Main Stage musical productions per season. * Set up microphones for actors and pit orchestra during Tech Week * Maintain body packs during rehearsals * Mix sound at each performance * Strike sound elements at the end of each production. * Interface with CVLT Technical Director during Tech Week to ensure proper implementation of Sound Design. This is a paid, part-time position. Interested? Email Managing Director Cory Markowitz at cmarkowitz(a)cvlt.org, and attach a resume/description of experience and interest. VOLUNTEER CARPENTERS We are looking for experienced volunteer carpenters to help us build sets throughout the season. Contact cmarkowitz(a)cvlt.org if you are interested.

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PROP: Hair salon chair in S. Euclid
by Lourie Pearlman 28 Sep '23

28 Sep '23

Hair Salon Chair PROP (Probably non working but who knows) Color: Brown leatherette or leather With hair-curler or color-setting adjustable “hat” thing- - you know, the type ladies sit under with heat for a spell Address: 14077 cedar road south Euclid ohio 44118 > Behind Waterstone PROFESSIONAL (not medical) Building, north side of cedar road near warrensville

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FREE PLAY READINGS at NDC this weekend!
by Cosentino, Celeste C. 28 Sep '23

28 Sep '23

Join us this weekend for the FREE readings of three new plays as part of the NDC Theatre 2023 Fall New Plays Festival! "Hope's Diner" (by Reginald Edmund), "Benchmark" (by Casidy Thomas) and "In Limbo" created and written by the Fall NDC Theatre Ensemble students!! Readings are FREE and open to the public! Hope's Diner and Benchmark will be read on Friday 9/29 and In Limbo will be read on Saturday 9/30! Both nights start at 7:30 and will last about 45 minutes! Readings will take place in the REGINA Auditorium on the campus of Notre Dame College in South Euclid! Click here for directions!<https://www.google.com/maps/place/Notre+Dame+College/@41.507952,-81.5190447…> Questions, email Celeste Cosentino, Director of Theatre Studies (ccosentino(a)ndc.edu) Come out and support new works! Support the NDC Theatre Ensemble!! We look forward to seeing you there!

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