Michael Chekhov Center Cleveland is committed to the art of the actor through explorations of the psychophysical processes illuminated by Michael Chekhov. Through educational offerings for artists and performances within the community, we explore what it means when the actor is the theatre. Explore with us this fall through two class offerings. *info & registration for both classes athttp://www.raycaspio.com/michael-chekhov-center-cleveland-classes <http://www.raycaspio.com/michael-chekhov-center-cleveland-classes>**see each class below for financial assistance to LGBTQ-identifying artists* *RED NOSE ENCOUNTERSSept. 14 & 15* *WHAT ARE WE EXPLORING?* We will explore that magical, curious state of the clown through the playful power of the red nose, which awakens your individual state of authentic play. In this two-day, twelve-hour experience, you will be brought to an encounter with your personal clown through the psychophysical principles of the Michael Chekhov Technique, led by Ray Caspio, and the movement-based approach of Jacques Lecoq, led by Cathleen O’Malley. *WHEN DO WE EXPLORE?* Saturday, September 14 and Sunday, September 15 10am-5pm each day, with a break from 1pm-2pm. You must be available both days to participate. *WHERE DO WE EXPLORE?* Idea Center at Playhouse Square 1375 Euclid Avenue Cleveland, OH 44115 *WHAT IS MY INVESTMENT?* Register by September 1st for $85.00. Thereafter, $100.00. *These low rates are possible thanks to the support of the LAUNCH performance creation residency program of the Community Engagement & Education Department at Playhouse Square, Cleveland, Ohio.* *WHERE CAN I FIND ALL THE DETAILS & REGISTER?* http://www.raycaspio.com/michael-chekhov-center-cleveland-classes/clown *I’M AN LGBTQ ARTIST AND WANT TO JOIN YOU, BUT FIND MYSELF NEEDING FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE. CAN YOU HELP?* Absolutely! MC3 is a safe space for you to explore and work. If you’re interested in any of our class offerings and find yourself in extreme need of financial assistance, please open a discussion by e-mailing Ray Caspio (me!) at michaelchekhovcenter (at) gmail (dot) com detailing your situation and proposed need, and we’ll find a solution together! I’ve been there. I get it. And I want to make sure this technique is accessible to you. *Thanks to Playhouse Square’s LAUNCH performance creation residency program, we are able to offer one full-ride scholarship to Red Nose Encounters to a qualifying artist. All other applicants will be considered for a sliding scale scholarship. This offer is for LGBTQ-identifying artists only and must be received for consideration by September 1st.* *MICHAEL CHEKHOV TECHNIQUE : FOUNDATION* *Oct. 6-Nov. 24, Sunday Nights* *WHAT ARE WE EXPLORING?* In this eight week, 18 hour offering, you will penetrate the fundamental principles of Michael Chekhov’s psychophysical approach to performance to deepen the sensitivity and imaginative interplay of your body and psychology in the present moment. Improvisational solo and ensemble sessions will cover principles such as creative concentration, imagination, The Four Brothers, Qualities of Movement, Imaginary Centers, Imaginary Body, Atmosphere, Space, Expanding & Contracting, and Psychological Gesture. This foundational offering is an excellent opportunity to introduce yourself to the Chekhov work or deepen your understanding of the work as a practitioner. *WHEN DO WE EXPLORE?* Sundays: October 6, 13, 20, 27, November 3, 10, 17, 24 6:30-8:45pm *WHERE DO WE EXPLORE?* Art On Madison 14203 Madison Avenue Lakewood, OH 44107 *WHAT IS MY INVESTMENT?* $185.00 if paid in full at time of registration. Or, two installment payments of $95.00. Installment 1 is due at registration. Installment 2 is due through online payment, check, or money order by start of class, October 20th. This discounted rate is made possible by the generosity of Art On Madison. *WHERE CAN I FIND ALL THE DETAILS & REGISTER?* http://www.raycaspio.com/michael-chekhov-center-cleveland-classes/foundation *I’M AN LGBTQ ARTIST AND WANT TO JOIN YOU, BUT FIND MYSELF NEEDING FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE. CAN YOU HELP?* Absolutely! MC3 is a safe space for you to explore and work. If you’re interested in any of our class offerings and find yourself in extreme need of financial assistance, please open a discussion by e-mailing Ray Caspio (me!) at michaelchekhovcenter (at) gmail (dot) com detailing your situation and proposed need, and we’ll find a solution together! I’ve been there. I get it. And I want to make sure this technique is accessible to you. *This offer is for LGBTQ-identifying artists only and must be received for consideration by September 20th.* *QUESTIONS?* Contact Ray Caspio Founder & Artistic Director, Michael Chekhov Center Cleveland michaelchekhovcenter [at] gmail [dot] com