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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Ohio Youth Ensemble Stage returns to present “Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella: Youth Edition”
by Ansley Valentine 01 Jun '23

01 Jun '23

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Ansley Valentine (330) 899-7150 ansleyvalentine(a)gmail.com Ohio Youth Ensemble Stage returns to present “Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella: Youth Edition” Medina, Ohio, May 25, 2023—To coincide with its seventh anniversary, Ohio Youth Ensemble Stage (OHYES) will present a delightful classic musical, “Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella: Youth Edition.” First televised in 1957 starring Julie Andrews, “Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella: Youth Edition” will be presented at the Haddad Theatre, Medina County Administration Building, 144 N. Broadway Street, Medina, OH. Performances are Thursday through Saturday, June 29 through July 1 at 7 PM, and Sunday, July 2 at 2 PM. Tickets are $15. To purchase tickets, call (866) 967-8167 or online at https://www.showtix4u.com/events/OHYES <https://75aa761d8fb2c43d1ee8f4d21305d177.tinyemails.com/1685628865021/5b8af…>. Tickets are also available at the door but are limited. Call (330) 899-7150 for more information. “Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella: Youth Edition” contains all the characters and songs from the original TV broadcast with a plot that has been slightly altered to highlight some important lessons for contemporary audiences. The production will be under the direction of Ansley Valentine with music direction by Kimberly States, choreography by Michelle Hujar, stage management by Nic Laurence, set design by Spencer Donovan, and lighting design by Paully Hawthorn. “Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella: Youth Edition” marks the second production for OHYES since resuming live performances in 2022. According to States, “‘Cinderella’ features a cast from elementary through high school age students ranging from first-time performers to veterans. OHYES! welcomes students and families at all levels of experience because we believe every child deserves to experience music and acting opportunities.” The production includes students from Medina, Summit, and Cuyahoga counties. “Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella: Youth Edition” will be led by Emmy Fairbanks and Lexi Dacek double cast as Cinderella. Fairbanks and Dacek perform at alternate performances. Fairbanks will appear on Thursday and Saturday; Dacek will appear Friday and Sunday. Recent Brunswick High School graduate Nick Peterseim will appear as the Prince. The cast also includes Elena (Laney) Smith as Stepmother, Adriana Thomas as Stepsister Joy, Ashley Graczyk as Stepsister Portia, and Emily Neuhauser as Godmother. Other cast members include Jack Martin as King, Allison Agee as Queen/Godmother Understudy, Natalie Spence as Herald, Emma Raulie as Butcher/Joy Understudy, Alyssa Bergman as Cheese Steward/ Stepmother Understudy, Kate Becker as Dessert Chef/Portia Understudy, Mirabelle Harper as Footman, McKayla Bergman as Pushy Maiden/Chef, Amelia Talbert as Clumsy Maiden/Coachman, Evelyn VanBlarcum as Daughter, Colin Becker as Father/ King Understudy, Laila Schoenbaechler as First Girlfriend/Horse, Ellasyn Ciccozzi as Flower Girl/Flag Girl, Nevaeh Davis as Fruit Vendor, Sawyer Crum as Kid Sister, Maeve Becker as Little Girl, Ellie Erickson as Mean Sister, Nicki Vorell as Mother, Brooke Bacik as Never Danced Maiden, Amara Miller as Second Girlfriend, Amelia Hicks as Sloppy Sister, Eva Buran as Staring Maiden/Grandma, Erica de la Cruz as Studious Sister, Taryn Miller as Third Girlfriend, Ava Pesata as Ball Guest, Norah Woofter as Horse/Ball Guest, Isaac Woofter as Horse/Ball Guest, and Sadie Valentine as Horse/Ball Guest/Herald Understudy. Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella: Youth Edition is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of The Rodgers & Hammerstein Organization. www.concordtheatricals.com <https://75aa761d8fb2c43d1ee8f4d21305d177.tinyemails.com/1685628865021/5b8af…> [image: image.png] Caption: Cinderella (Emmy Fairbanks and Lexi Dacek) stands outside the castle walls, wishing for impossible dreams to come true. “Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella: Youth Edition” will be presented by Ohio Youth Ensemble Stage in Medina from June 29 to July 2. ### Best regards, Ansley Valentine Cellphone: (330) 347-1519 Calendar/Appointment Request: https://doodle.com/mm/ansleyvalentine/book-a-time-1 <https://75aa761d8fb2c43d1ee8f4d21305d177.tinyemails.com/1685628865021/5b8af…> Website: https://ansleyvalentineproductions.com/ <https://75aa761d8fb2c43d1ee8f4d21305d177.tinyemails.com/1685628865022/5b8af…>Ohio Youth Ensemble Stage Office: (330) 899-7150 Unsubscribe me from this list <https://75aa761d8fb2c43d1ee8f4d21305d177.tinyemails.com/remove/168562886502…>

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CUSP Presents: Re:Sound 2023 New and Experimental Music Festival
by Cleveland Uncommon Sound Project 01 Jun '23

01 Jun '23

" Join us for Re:Sound 2023, June 8-11. Re:Sound is an annual new and experimental music festival that brings together and showcases pioneers in the arts with diverse programming of music and sound installations at venues across Cleveland. By connecting local and visiting artists, the festival further propels the innovation and artistry flourishing in Northeast Ohio. Re:Sound Festival 2023 Concert I Leo Chang + Alex Zhang Huntai // Persephone and the Phoenix Thursday 6/8 Bop Stop, 2920 Detroit Ave, Cleveland Doors at 6:30 music at 7pm Re:Sound Festival 2023 Concert II John Wiese // Brandon Lopez Friday 6/9 Convivium 33 Gallery, 1433 E 33rd St, Cleveland Doors at 6:30 music at 7pm Re:Sound Festival 2023 Concert III Laura Potter + Ina McCormack // Douglas Farrand + Ryan Seward Saturday 6/10 Convivium 33 Gallery, 1433 E 33rd St, Cleveland Doors at 2:30 music at 3pm Re:Sound Festival 2023 Concert IV TAK Ensemble with special guest, Brandon Lopez Saturday 6/10 Convivium 33 Gallery, 1433 E 33rd St, Cleveland Doors at 6:30 music at 7pm Re:Sound Festival 2023 Concert V Terminal Moraine // Kim Nucci // Emily Beisel & Marc Lansley / DJ Saturday 6/10 Crobar, 3244 St. Clair Ave, Cleveland Doors at 8:30 music at 9pm Re:Sound Festival 2023 Concert III SLOWSPIN // Theresa May Sunday 6/11 Convivium 33 Gallery, 1433 E 33rd St, Cleveland Doors at 1:30 music at 2pm Re:Sound Festival 2023 Sound Installation at Doubting Thomas Gallery Gallery Works by Zeerak Ahmed, Abigail Johnson, & Kim Nucci And Pivot Center for Art, Dance and ExpressionWork by Bob Drake Suggested individual ticket price: $20-25 sliding scale Suggested full festival pass: $80-100 sliding scale Pay what you can, no one will be turned away for a lack of funds Cleveland Uncommon Sound Project (CUSP) is dedicated to strengthening the artistic engagement of the Northeast Ohio community by championing the creation and performance of new music. CUSP is a non-profit organization with 501(c)(3) tax exempt status. For more information, please visit https://www.uncommonsoundcle.com " Stephan Haluska, Managing Director Cleveland Uncommon Sound Project (CUSP) https://www.uncommonsoundcle.com/ <https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.uncom…>

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Last Call: "Healing Arts" 15-Min. Plays and Scenes Due This Friday, 6/2/23
by sue johnson 31 May '23

31 May '23

*Last Call!* * "Healing Arts" Plays* *Due Fri. 6/2/23* *(If you need an extension, email wualstudio(a)gmail.com <wualstudio(a)gmail.com>)* *Call for Playwrights to submit 15-minute Plays* *for* *"Wake Up to Healing Arts: Using Performance and Media for Direction, Hope, Health and Total Well-being, 2.0"* Wake Up and Live’s Actors’ Studio (WUAL) is continuing its “Healing Arts” project. We are inviting playwrights to submit 15-minute plays or scenes on the topics of depression and / or teen suicide which can be performed on Cleveland area stages and YouTube. Selected stories will depict mental health challenges the character faces, is overcoming, or has overcome, which allow him / her to now live an improved mental health life. “Wake Up to Healing Arts” Submissions should: Show how the performing arts (drama, vocal & instrumental music, dance, poetry) may be used to help address mental health issues in addition to / instead of clinical methods. Submissions: - 15- minute plays, monologues or scenes may have no more than 3 characters. - Describe some mental health CHALLENGES the character has overcome, and / or is currently experiencing. - How using drama, music and dance can help heal mental health issues - Issues contributing to mental health challenges: Depression; Anxiety; Loss of Income; Jobs; Family; Toxic Relationships; Domestic abuse; Bullying IF Selected: 1. Plays, monologues and scenes will be performed on stage and on “Wake Up And Live With the Arts” YouTube 2. Stipend will be paid. Submission *Deadline: Friday, June 2, 2023.* *(If you need an extension, email wualstudio(a)gmail.com <wualstudio(a)gmail.com>)* Questions: wualstudio(a)gmail.com Sue Johnson Director wualstudio(a)gmail.com wualstudio.org ReplyReply allForward

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Auditions for Exit, Pursued by a Bear by Lauren Gunderson
by Cory Molner 31 May '23

31 May '23

Convergence-continuum announces auditions for Exit, Pursued by a Bear by Lauren Gunderson PLAY DESCRIPTION: Exit, Pursued by a Bear by Lauren Gunderson Nan has decided to teach her abusive husband Kyle a lesson. With the help of her friend Simon (acting as her emotional -- and actual -- cheerleader) and a stripper named Sweetheart, she tapes Kyle to a chair and forces him to watch as they reenacts scenes from their painful past. In the piece de resistance, they plan to cover the room in meat and honey so Kyle will be mauled by a bear. Through this night of emotional trials and ridiculous theatrics, Nan and Kyle are both freed from their past in this smart, dark revenge comedy. AVAILABLE ROLES: "Kyle Carter, 28, male, a big messy boy, like a dumb dirty dog. He wears jeans, t-shirt, camo-jacket? Simon Beaufort, 27, male, pretty and strong and bitchy, like a slim cat... He wears a red cheerleading outfit...a girl cheerleader's outfit." ABOUT THE AUDITIONS: Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script. June 5th 6:30 PM June 6th 6:30 PM Auditions will occur at the LIMINIS Theatre, 2438 Scranton Rd. Cleveland, OH 44113. PRODUCTION DATES: Rehearsals will begin the week of July 9th Production will be Friday August 11th through September 2nd, with performances Thursday – Saturday at 8pm. All actors will receive a $400 stipend at the close of the show. For questions, please contact the Director Kate Smith capernoited(a)gmail.com Cory MolnerExecutive Artistic Director, convergence-continuum Theater(He/Him/His)

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Cleveland Dance Fest Applications - Deadline Extended!
by Liz Conway 31 May '23

31 May '23

The Cleveland Dance Fest application deadline has been extended! Apply by June 11th at 11pm! This 3-day dance festival will take place at the historic LaSalle Theatre in Cleveland, featuring master classes and performances by dance artists from across Ohio & beyond. This year we are holding 4 concerts at the festival, as well as accepting requests for teaching artists for professional and youth classes (paid opportunity!) - Show 1 & Show 2 are for professional dancers, companies, and graduate students. - The Emerging Works Concert is for artists submitting “emerging works.” We are defining “emerging works” as any piece that is still open to change and development and is for artists at any stage of their career. This is also the concert for undergraduate artists. - The Commissioned Artist Application is for artists at all stages of their career who reside in Northeast Ohio. Commissioned artists will be paired with a TMP Choreographic Mentor and will receive 10 free rehearsal hours at TMP’s newly renovated studio. Commissioned artists' work will be presented in both the Emerging Works Concert & Shows 1 & 2. - The Youth Showcase for dance ensembles, ages 12-18 years old. - Dance on Film is for any artist over 18 from any state or country. Cleveland Dance Fest is a unique experience for all artists involved. TMP works to develop a partnership with each artist/group. If selected, we not only provide a platform to promote you as an artist, we build a relationship with you & your work. We work closely with artists to create marketing materials to promote your work through video and social media campaigns during the months leading up to CDF. Each year we work to secure and increase artist support through fundraising and grant efforts. We look forward to welcoming artists and audiences back to the LaSalle Theatre in 2023. Updated submission criteria, applications, and concert information can be found https://www.themovementproject.org/cdf23applications <https://www.themovementproject.org/cdfapps2022>. -- *Liz Conway* Company Member & Choreographer The Movement Project Liz(a)themovementproject.org she/her

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WordStage presents "Oscar Bram and Walt"
by Tim Tavcar 30 May '23

30 May '23

When Walt Whitman's "Leaves of Grass" reached British shores, it had a profound effect on Oscar Wilde and Bram Stoker. Both found themselves in America on separate occasions, and the young writers, each who had previously corresponded with Whitman, were favored with an audience. Many subjects were discussed between them; their literary contemporaries, art, aesthetics, self-promotion, masculinity, and the celebration of the senses in word and in practice. Using material from contemporary records, personal letters and newspaper articles, WordStage recreates the substance of these marvelous meetings between three men of letters at different stages in their lives and careers. Featured performers are Brian Westerley as Oscar Wilde - Stuart Hoffman as Bram Stoker and Tim Tavcar as Walt Whitman. Musical accompaniment and underscoring performed by violinist Mary Beth Ions. - Phone: 440-857-0717

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Big Names in Music From Heights Arts!
by Programs ＠HeightsArts 30 May '23

30 May '23

ALLA BOARA AT DUNHAM TAVERN True to its mission of celebrating the regions’ artists and sharing their contributions with the community, the Heights Arts Music Community Team has selected the highly acclaimed Alla Boara ensemble for the 5th concert of 16th Close Encounters series. With a mission to present Italian folk music in modern renditions, this accomplished ensemble will bring a new twist to the traditional format of the series. They will include storytelling throughout the program to help explain and deepen the connection to the individual compositions. Learn more and purchase tickets HERE <https://www.heightsarts.org/uncategorized/close-encounters-returns-in-2023/> AND THE THERON BROWN TRIO AT HEIGHTS ARTS! Theron Brown, Zaire Darden, and Jordan McBride are the Theron Brown Trio and they’re in the business of making you feel good through music. ARTbar mixes their locally recognized sound with creative cocktails for a celebration surrounded by art! TIckets and more about this popular jazz night with Theron Brown, founder and artistic director of the Rubber City Jazz & Blues Festival HERE <https://www.heightsarts.org/blog/artbar-theron-brown-trio/> ------------------------------------------------------------ -- * <https://ci4.googleusercontent.com/proxy/-1rVr3zNNYn4EWqoozNAPs8lJBl1KeQUswo…>****Connecting arts and community since 2000***2175 Lee Road, Cleveland Heights, Ohio 44118 | 216-371-3457 | heightsarts.org <http://www.heightsarts.org>

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High School Acting Workshop at Lake Erie College June 5-9
by doctorcelery＠hotmail.com 30 May '23

30 May '23

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Groove Tonic Opens Jazz/Opera under the Stars in Medina This Saturday, June 3 at 7 pm
by Thomas Sigel 30 May '23

30 May '23

Ohio Regional Music Arts and Cultural Outreach (ORMACO) returns to Uptown Park in Medina on June 3, 2023, at 7 pm with Jazz/Opera under the Stars. Now in its thirteenth year, the summer concert series will open with Groove Tonic, a high-energy ensemble consisting of sax, guitar, organ and drums. They’ll be playing jazz, blues, Latin and contemporary grooves for both listening and dancing in the park. It’s sure to be a lively night of music! Bring your lawn chairs, blankets and picnics to enjoy this free concert. In the event of rain, the concert will be held at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 317 E Liberty Street, Medina, OH 44256. For more information, visit www.ormaco.org<http://www.ormaco.org> or call 419-853-6016

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A Choral British Invasion!
by Western Reserve Chorale 30 May '23

30 May '23

Please join the singers of the Western Reserve Chorale on Sunday, June 4th at 3:30 pm. Church of the Gesu, 2470 Miramar Blvd., University Heights. The final concert in the Western Reserve Chorale’s 31st season will welcome a British invasion of choral music, featuring compositions and lyrics which derive from the expansive history of the choral traditions from the British isles. The Chorale will share songs of the land, whether Over Hill, Over Dale (a setting of Shakespeare’s ‘Midsummer Night’s Dream’; or the sun setting on the silver shores of the Northern Land as set by Edward Elgar. There will be songs of those that “sail the ocean blue’ (Gilbert and Sullivan) and Vaughan Williams setting of the folks song The Dark Eyed Sailor. The Chorale will take either the high or low road to Scotland to the shores of Jonathan Quick’s Loch Lomond and then catch the boat to the Isle of Skye (in a setting of the Scottish folk tune now better known as the theme to The Outlander television series). Perhaps you’ll catch a whale of a tale in a sea shanty from down under, or be carried away by the antics of The Owl and the Pussy-cat sailing away in their beautiful pea-green boat. However you choose to travel, whether by Land or Sea (though we recommend the land route), we hope you will join us at Church of the Gesu in University Heights on Sunday, June 4th at 3:30 pm, on our many musical adventures around the British Isles and beyond. If Land or Sea are not good options for you, find your way to our YouTube channel for the livestream. Free and open to the public. Donations are gratefully accepted. More information and streaming link available at https://www.westernreservechorale.org/performances <https://www.westernreservechorale.org/performances?fbclid=IwAR00CjstXNohFIy…> Stacy Newman Executive Director Western Reserve Chorale (216) 282-4022 westernreservechorale.org

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