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Cleveland Public Theatre's Test Flight Kicks off 10th Year This Week with "UHAULIN'"and "Parrot Play"
by Kim Furganson 27 Jan '26

27 Jan '26

cleveland PUBLIC theatre presents TEST FLIGHT 2026 Celebrating 10 Years! January 29 – February 14, 2026 Featuring workshop productions by Northeast Ohio artists as part of CPT’s New Play Development Program Cleveland Public Theatre<https://www.cptonline.org/> (CPT) celebrates the 10th anniversary of its quintessential play development series, Test Flight<https://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2025-2026/category/series/te…>, back with six established and up-and-coming Northeast Ohio devisers. This year’s event will run January 29 through February 14 and feature a double bill each weekend. The 2026 festival features comedy, drama and dance! The last weekend Feb. 12 – Feb. 14 features a double bill of CPT’s two community ensembles Teatro Público de Cleveland<https://www.cptonline.org/education/teatro-publico-de-cleveland/> and Masrah Cleveland Al-Arabi<https://www.cptonline.org/about/resident-artists-and-companies/masrah-cleve…>. TEST FLIGHT 2026 LINE-UP WEEK #1: January 29 - 31, 2026 Uhaulin’ By Tessa Gaffney Directed by Kyra Kelley A new play about three couples intersecting at different stages of moving in and out of a shared apartment complex. Parrot Play By Molly McFadden Directed by Michael Glavan Two old college friends and their husbands endure a high stakes and last-minute reunion that …doesn’t quite stir up the good ol’ times of 40 years prior. Chaos, confessions, a little weed, and an unruly parrot make for a bizarre and revelatory night as four septuagenarians navigate their next chapter of life. Click here<https://www.instagram.com/p/DUBxT46ib9f/> for an interview with Test Flight Week 1 Artists Molly McFadden, Kyra Kelley and Tessa Gaffney. WEEK #2: FEBRUARY 5-7, 2026 Perigon: A Birth Story By Marie McCausland Directed by Sara Poeta A Birth Story, by Marie McCausland, is inspired by Marie’s lived experiences throughout adolescence, birth, and womanhood. Join us as we embark on a journey of self-discovery and growth. Boxed: A Dance Theatre Show Devised & choreographed by Elizabeth Pollert A witty dance theatre work taking a sharp look at what it means to make room for our whole selves in a world of endless boxes. WEEK #3: FEBRUARY 12-14, 2026 The Exit Door Teatro Público de Cleveland<https://www.cptonline.org/education/teatro-publico-de-cleveland/> By Nathalie Bermudez The Exit Door explores migratory grief and the emotional journey of immigration through a young woman navigating a foreign airport. Trapped between the life she left and the future she hopes for, she discovers moments of humor and magical realism while confronting identity and the courage to begin again. The Wolf الذيب Masrah Cleveland Al-Arabi<https://www.cptonline.org/about/resident-artists-and-companies/masrah-cleve…> مسرح كليفلاند العربي Written & directed by Shakeeb Julien A young villager convinces a war weary warrior to take them as an apprentice. As they travel, they meet colorful characters, growing with every new encounter. Will you be the same when you finally make your way back home? The James Levin Theatre is ADA-compliant featuring a patron elevator and an all-gender, wheelchair accessible restroom. TICKET INFORMATION Choose What You Pay<https://www.cptonline.org/box-office/>” with no handling fees here<https://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2025-2026/category/series/te…>, or through the CPT Box Office at 216.631.2727. Every Friday is Free Bev Friday at CPT. Mingle with the artists after the show and discuss the performance in a lively, social atmosphere—your drinks are on CPT. Test Flight is generously sponsored by The Nord Family Foundation and John P. Murphy Foundation.

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Andy McPhee’s Acting Bootcamp — Course Details
by Social Staff 27 Jan '26

27 Jan '26

Andy McPhee’s 4-week Acting Bootcamp is an immersive, in-person training program designed for actors at all stages, as well as creatives looking to build confidence, presence, and communication skills. Andy McPhee is an Australian actor who has worked in 170+ productions across the US and Australia, and has coached actors including Sydney Sweeney, Kodi Smit-McPhee, Dylan Sprayberry, and more. Location Schoolyard Studio, 14510 north cheshire st. Burton, Ohio Dates March 31 – April 25, 2026 Schedule (10 hours/week) • Tuesdays: 6:00–9:00pm • Thursdays: 6:00–9:00pm • Saturdays: 9:00am–1:00pm What You’ll Work On Scene study & character development Improvisation & emotional grounding Camera technique & screen presence Communication & listening skills Confidence building & self-reflection Professional feedback & performance showcases Who It’s For Experienced actors refining craft and technique New actors building strong foundations and on-camera confidence Non-actors interested in communication, creativity, and self-expression Open to ages 18+ ** exceptions can be made All levels welcome No audition required Get Outlook for iOS<https://aka.ms/o0ukef>

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Free Online Q&A + Acting Bootcamp Scholarship
by Social Staff 27 Jan '26

27 Jan '26

Schoolyard Studio is excited to host a FREE online Q&A with actor and acting coach Andy McPhee 🎬 Andy McPhee is an Australian actor who has worked in 170+ productions across the US and Australia, and has coached actors including Sydney Sweeney, Kodi Smit-McPhee, Dylan Sprayberry, and more. This live Q&A is a chance for actors and filmmakers to hear firsthand insights about: - navigating the industry - building sustainable careers - craft, process, and professional growth Scholarship Opportunity All attendees aged 18+ will be entered to win a full scholarship for four weeks of free acting coaching and classes with Andy McPhee at Schoolyard Studio (Burton, Ohio). Event Details What: Free Online Q&A with Andy McPhee When: February 7, 2026 | 10:00am–12:00pm EST Where: Online (Zoom) Register: Andy McPhee Q & A. This is the link to get tickets: https://schoolyardstudio.net/events/ Click on "get tickets" at the bottom of the screen. Thank you so much. Get Outlook for iOS<https://aka.ms/o0ukef>

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Director needed: Ahrens & Menken's "A Christmas Carol" - Paid position
by jenna messina 27 Jan '26

27 Jan '26

The Brecksville Theatre is hiring a director for the December 2026 production of Ahrens & Menken's "A Christmas Carol". The musical, first performed in 1994, will run at the Old Town Hall in Brecksville, Ohio from December 4 - 20, 2026. If interested, please email a cover letter, resume and at least two professional references to jennmess74(a)gmail.com no later than February 5th. Thank you! *jenna messina* *she/her*

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Greater Cleveland Film Commission Celebrates 5th Annual Film Forward Documentary Spotlight with Two-Day Program Spotlighting the Documentary DRY BONES
by Juliana Johnson 27 Jan '26

27 Jan '26

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Juliana Johnson Piller jjohnson(a)clevelandfilm.com <mailto:jjohnson@clevelandfilm.com> 216-499-3916 Greater Cleveland Film Commission Celebrates 5th Annual Film Forward Documentary Spotlight with Two-Day Program Spotlighting the Documentary DRY BONES Free screening and documentary filmmaking workshop highlights the work of local filmmakers and offers behind-the-camera education CLEVELAND, OH — The Greater Cleveland Film Commission (GCFC) will host its 5th Annual Film Forward Documentary Spotlight on February 6–7, 2026, featuring the locally produced documentary DRY BONES <https://drybonesfilm.com/>. The two-day, free public program includes a screening and filmmaker talkback at the historic Karamu House, followed by a documentary filmmaking workshop at the Kent State University - Independence Campus the next day. The Film Forward Documentary Spotlight is a signature GCFC community outreach program, elevating documentaries with Northeast Ohio ties and socially relevant subject matter while fostering reflection, dialogue, and professional development within the region’s growing film community. The program has grown steadily in attendance and visibility since its inception in 2021, and has previously featured the films “Fast Dreams,” “Reverse RideAlong,” “The Shadow Between Us,” and “MIXED”. The Film Forward Documentary Spotlight is supported in part by the residents of Cuyahoga County through a public grant from Cuyahoga Arts & Culture. DRY BONES Screening • Friday, February 6th The program begins on Friday, February 6th, with a free reception and screening of DRY BONES at Karamu House, followed by a talkback with the filmmaker, Dr. Tara Conley, Assistant Professor in the School of Media & Journalism at Kent State University. The Friday evening reception, screening, and filmmaker talkback, moderated by Lowell Perry Jr, GCFC’s Chief Diversity Officer and Vice President of Corporate & Community Engagement, is designed to inspire reflection and conversation. Audience members are invited to share reactions, personal connections, and insights into the film’s creation and impact. Doors open at 5 pm, and the screening starts at 6:30 pm. Registration is required online at ClevelandFilm.com <http://clevelandfilm.com/>. DRY BONES Synopsis: “In 2021, filmmaker Tara L. Conley traveled back to her hometown in Elyria, Ohio to document the story of Ike Maxwell, a local high school football hero of the 1970s. Set against the backdrop of a city long plagued by racial tension and economic decline, DRY BONES follows Ike's triumphs and struggles as his life unravels after the tragic death of his younger brother, Daryl Lee Maxwell, who was shot and killed by a white police officer during the summer of 1975. Daryl Lee’s death sparked a three-day uprising in a city known for its placid and tepid response to social change. At its heart, DRY BONES explores the resilience of Black communities in Rust Belt Ohio and highlights the spiritual and communal significance of American football in a small town. Sherman Jones, a community organizer featured in the film asks, “How do you breathe life into dry bones?”—referencing the biblical story of Ezekiel’s dry bones. In capturing Ike’s story, once framed by The New York Times as “the hard fall of a favorite son <https://www.nytimes.com/2012/10/17/us/this-land-elyria-hard-fall-of-favorit…>” (2012), DRY BONES presents a more personal and community-rooted narrative about loss and Black life in northeast Ohio. The film also features a treasure trove of music from Boddie Recording Company <https://www.cleveland.com/entertainment/2018/02/boddie_recording_studio_cap…>, a formally Black-owned record label in Cleveland, Ohio during the 1970s. Audiences will also hear original music scored by filmmaker Tara L. Conley, along with a performance of George Gershwin’s “Someone to Watch Over Me.” DRY BONES is a must-see for audiences looking for an intimate portrayal and an ode to Black life in places that have been lost in the American imagination.” Limited sponsorship opportunities are still available. DOCUMENTARY FILM WORKSHOP • Saturday, February 7th On Saturday, February 7th, GCFC will host a free documentary filmmaking workshop at the Kent State University - Independence Campus College of Podiatric Medicine, moderated by GCFC Production Coordinator and documentarian Mike Wendt. The workshop offers aspiring and current documentarians an opportunity to go behind the camera and explore how DRY BONES came together, from creative development and production processes to equipment, ethical storytelling, and best practices unique to documentaries. This workshop is FREE. Registration is required and available at ClevelandFilm.com <http://clevelandfilm.com/>. The 2026 Film Forward Documentary Spotlight is presented by Cuyahoga Arts & Culture, David & Kristen St. Pierre, and the DiSanto Family Foundation. This program is also made possible with support from Community Sponsors including Karamu House and the United Black Fund of Greater Cleveland, with additional support from the National Endowment for the Arts, KeyBank, The Reinberger Foundation, Community Foundation of Lorain County, and EATON. For more information, visit ClevelandFilm.com <http://clevelandfilm.com/>. Limited sponsorship opportunities are available. Reach out to Lowell Perry - lperryjr(a)clevelandfilm.com <mailto:lperryjr@clevelandfilm.com>. ### About Greater Cleveland Film Commission: The Greater Cleveland Film Commission (GCFC) not only offers Northeast Ohioans industry-leading training from prominent working professionals, but also provides a one-stop-shop of resources to filmmakers seeking to invest and hire in Northeast Ohio. GCFC’s work generated over $130.9 Million in motion picture production direct spending in NE Ohio in the 2024-2025 cycle, creating thousands of local crew jobs. GCFC’s work also generated $1.8 million in city income tax revenue and $2.1 million in sales tax revenue from 2024 to 2025, in addition to other local, county, and state income revenue. GCFC does not receive any compensation or commission from the investment and jobs it brings to Northeast Ohio. We rely on the generous support of local government, corporate and foundation sponsorship, and the support of individuals. The GCFC is the only 501(c)3 nonprofit dedicated to driving economic development and job creation by cultivating a robust film and television industry in Northeast Ohio. Since 2009, media projects in Ohio have generated nearly $1.4 billion in economic impact and created 7,100 full-time equivalent jobs. Over the last 2 years, nearly 80% of Ohio's film tax incentive spending has occurred in Greater Cleveland thanks to the work of the Greater Cleveland Film Commission. Visit <http://www.clevelandfilm.com/>www.clevelandfilm.com <http://www.clevelandfilm.com/> to learn more. _________________________________________________ Juliana Johnson Piller Development & Communications Manager The Greater Cleveland Film Commission The Leader Building 526 Superior Avenue E Suite 350 Cleveland, OH 44114 direct: 216-499-3916 mobile: 440-225-5256 email: jjohnson(a)clevelandfilm.com <mailto:jjohnson@clevelandfilm.com> website: www.clevelandfilm.com <https://www.clevelandfilm.com/> SIGN UP FOR OUR ENEWSLETTER HERE <https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/zaP8NGA/gcfc>

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New Queer Streaming Platform
by Beks Roen 27 Jan '26

27 Jan '26

Roguish Goblin Stories is a trans/aspec-led streaming platform using story arts (theatre, video, writing, audio) to build chosen family through queer fantasy and Shakespeare. Tired of feeling invisible? Tired of headcannoning your way into decent representation? Tired of corporatized entertainment that doesn’t really fulfill you? Roguish Goblin Stories is here to remind you with every story that you’re loved and you’re not alone. Subscribe at beksroen.org/rgs

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EARLY ACCESS: DTILA Abroad Program in Copenhagen
by Nicole Romo 27 Jan '26

27 Jan '26

*Join us in Copenhagen for a journey of new discoveries!* Register Here <https://form.jotform.com/252795799890180> -- *Nici Romo* Managing Artistic Director Dunamis Theatre

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BlueWater Chamber Orchestra Save the Date - March 28, 2026
by Gayle Getts 26 Jan '26

26 Jan '26

Save the Date! BlueWaterChamber Orchestra, under the baton of Artistic Director Daniel Meyer, continuesits 16th season on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at 7:30 pm at the Church of theCovenant, 11205 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland. The concert, titled BohemianRhapsody, features pianist Antonio Pompa-Baldi performing Kabalevsky’s PianoConcerto No. 4, Op. 99, “Prague.” Alsoincluded on the program are Janáček’s Suite for Strings and Mozart’sSymphony No.38 in D Major, K.504, “Prague.” Tickets for the concert are Pay-What-You-Wish, allowing anyone interested to attend. Tickets can be ordered at bluewaterorchestra.com or by calling 440-781-6215. For the 2025-26 season, BlueWater is supported bygrants from the Paul M. Angell Foundation, John P. Murphy Foundation, KulasFoundation, Ohio Arts Council, Cuyahoga Arts and Culture, and WWMR Foundation.

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Seeking Replacement Actor ASAP @ Tri-C Metro
by Ricky Quintana 26 Jan '26

26 Jan '26

The School of Creative Arts at Cuyahoga Community College seeks a replacement for the role of RALMOND in, "Sometimes the Rain, Sometimes the Sea," by Julia Izumi . Directed by Ricky Quintana. Performances: February 27, 28, March 5, 6, 7, 2026 at 7:30pm; March 1 @ 2:00pm. March 4 @ 10:00am (Student Matinee) Rehearsals are already underway . Rehearsals will be Monday – Thursday evenings, weekend afternoons depending on availability. Synopsis: The Little Mermaid is Hans Christian Andersen’s most beloved and well-known fairy tale, which is why it’s not the story our friend, Dolan, is going to tell you today. No, he’s going to tell you the story about a Little Rain Cloud who falls in love with a human. They are not the same story at all, he swears. This playful, quirky, loose adaptation of The Little Mermaid, about a Little Rain Cloud who falls in love with a human, unpacks some personal history about Hans Christian Andersen. ROLE: RALMOND (pronounced like “almond” with an R in front) Early-Mid 20's, then no age/ A male-identifying human, then a rain cloud For consideration or questions, please send an email of interest to director, Ricky Quintana, at ricky.quintana(a)tri-c.edu . Please include a headshot/resume, if available.

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Cleveland Chamber Choir; Love in Bloom
by Kira McGirr 26 Jan '26

26 Jan '26

On February 6-8, 2026, join the region's premier professional choir, the Cleveland Chamber Choir, for "Love in Bloom," an enchanting evening of music inspired by romance and nature, including music by Benjamin Britten, Tōru Takemitsu, Eric Whitacre, Morten Lauridsen and Brandon Waddles. Local high school choirs will join the performances, as part of the choir’s continuing commitment to education and providing invaluable experiences to future generations of musicians. These choirs will be the Kent Theodore Roosevelt High School Choir, a choir from University School, Cleveland, and a 28-voice honor choir comprising students from seven Ashtabula high schools. A portion of all donations collected in Kent and Cleveland will be directed to Heights Tree People, helping them further their mission of urban forestry and environmental stewardship. At the Ashtabula performance, a portion of donations collected will be directed towards Grand River Conservation Campus. Whether you’re a lifelong lover of choral music or simply looking for a memorable way to celebrate the upcoming Valentine’s Day Holiday, Love in Bloom promises to be a night of beauty, harmony, and giving back. Charles Edward McGuire, PhD, from Oberlin College & Conservatory, will present a pre-concert talk 45 minutes prior to each performance. Friday, February 6, 2026, at 7:30pm, Kent United Church of Christ, 1400 E. Main St., Kent Saturday, February 7, 2026, at 7:30pm, Trinity Cathedral, 2230 Euclid Ave., Cleveland Sunday, February 8, 2026, at 5:00pm, Bethany Lutheran Church, 933 Michigan Ave., Ashtabula *This concert generously supported by the Lakeside Society for the Performing Arts and the Ashtabula Foundation. The choir is grateful for the grant support provided by Cuyahoga Arts & Culture, The George Gund Foundation, The Louise H. and David S. Ingalls Foundation and the Ohio Arts Council, and support by Trinity Cathedral as named Artist in Residence.

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