BRIGHTON BEACH MEMOIRS

 The Loveland Stage Company Announces Auditions for their November Musical:

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee.

Directed by: Tom Cavano
Produced by: Pat Furterer
Musical Direction: John Nixon
Choreographed by: Margie Clegg

Audition dates: August 6 (7-9PM), August 7 (1-3PM) and Sunday August 8^th (2-5PM) Call backs will be Sunday August 8^th

Show dates:

November 5, 6, 7 12, 13, 14, 19 and 20

The audition and performances will be held at

The Loveland Stage Company
111 S. 2^nd Street (RT 48)
Loveland, OH 45140.

(Must be 18 yrs old or older to audition)

Please prepare 32 bars of music that demonstrates your vocal range (an accompanist will be provided), also please come prepared and dressed for dance (all characters are expected to dance)

For more information please contact:

Tom Cavano – 683-4950
Pat Furterer – 683-9687

Ensemble Cast - Many featured roles, Ethnic Roles, Showcases trained singers

-Chip Tolentino – Vocal Range - C3 - B4 (Tenor)

-William Barfee – Vocal Range - Eb3 - Bb4 (Tenor)

-Marcy Park – Vocal Range - B3 - E5 (Soprano/Mezzo-soprano)

-Douglas Panch

-Leaf Coneybear / Carl Grubenierre – Vocal Range - A2 - G4 (Baritenor)

-Mitch Mahoney / Dan Schwartz / Olive's dad –Vocal Range - E3 - A4 (B4) (Tenor)

-Rona Lisa Peretti / Olive's Mom – Vocal Range - C#4 - Ab5 (Soprano)

-Logainne Schwartzandgrubenierre / Leaf's Mom – Vocal Range - C4 - D5 (Soprano)

-Olive Ostrovsky / Leaf's Siblings – Vocal Range - B3 - F#5 (Soprano)

CINCINNATI PLAYHOUSE IN THE PARK HOLDS

CHILDREN'S AUDITIONS FOR OVER THE TAVERN ON AUGUST 7

Deadline to submit materials for consideration is July 30

(CINCINNATI) – The Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park will hold auditions on Saturday, August 7 for boys interested in performing two roles in the 2010-2011 production of OVER THE TAVERN.

A coming-of-age comedy by Tom Dudzick, OVER THE TAVERN revolves around wise-cracking Rudy, one of four Pazinski kids growing up above a tavern in 1959. As Rudy prepares for his confirmation, he decides to go knuckle to ruler with his formidable teacher, Sister Clarissa, questioning everything and spending more time on his Ed Sullivan impersonation than his studies. A sell-out hit around the country and at the Playhouse in 1999, OVER THE TAVERN returns to the Marx Theatre January 22 – February 19, 2011 (opening night: January 27). It will be presented as a co-production with the Repertory Theatre of St. Louis, where it will run December 1 – December 26 (opening night: December 3). Playhouse Producing Artistic Director Edward Stern will direct both productions.

Two area boys will be cast to fill the roles of Rudy, who is 12 years old; and his brother Georgie, a 13-year-old boy with mental disabilities, described as sweet but with the mind of a 3- to 4-year-old. The boys playing the parts may be slightly older, but have to be able to convey the ages of the characters. The actor portraying Rudy must be personable and possess good comedic timing, while having no discernible dialect. Because of the 1959 setting of the show, the boys must also have the appearance of children of that time period.

The part of Rudy – and possibly the part of Georgie – will require a commitment to both the St. Louis and Cincinnati productions. A parent or other designated guardian will be required to accompany them to St. Louis for the entire run, and tutors will be provided.

Boys should submit a resume of any experience to the Playhouse, along with a photograph (a good quality school or family photo is acceptable). Boys auditioning for the part of Rudy will be asked to perform a couple of scenes from the play; boys auditioning to portray Georgie will perform a monologue.

Rehearsals for the St. Louis production begin November 5; rehearsals for the Cincinnati production begin January 14. Interested boys must be available for all performances of the show, which are scheduled Tuesdays through Sundays and include several weekday student and public matinees.

Headshots and resumes should be sent to the Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park, ATTN: AUDITIONS, c/o Edward Stern, P. O. Box 6537, Cincinnati, Ohio, 45206. To be considered, all photos and resumes must be received at the Playhouse by Friday, July 30.

Those selected to audition will be contacted by telephone to schedule specific times. All auditions will be held at the Playhouse, located in Eden Park at the edge of Mt. Adams.

The Playhouse is supported, in part, by the generosity of the tens of thousands of individuals and businesses that give to the Fine Arts Fund.

The Ohio Arts Council helps fund the Playhouse with state tax dollars to encourage economic growth, educational excellence and cultural enrichment for all Ohioans.

The Playhouse also receives funding from the Shubert Foundation and the National Endowment for the Arts.

Cincinnati Landmark Productions

Is seeking an Instructor/Coordinator for its new

 CYPT Prep After-School Drama program

for 10 – 13 year olds

Cincinnati Landmark Productions, the theatrical organization for the Covedale Center for the Performing Arts, is seeking a lead instructor to coordinate the After School Drama Program, for the fall session. The course is designed for children 10 – 13 years of age.

 Requirements: Candidates must be at least 20 years of age, have some college education in theatre arts, a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.  Candidate must have previous experience working with children in the performing arts.  

 Candidate must be able to work in an unsupervised environment at the Covedale Center for the Performing Arts; must be a self starter, dependable, and have excellent communication and customer service skills; must be willing and able to work weekday afternoons plus one weekend performance.

 The successful candidate will have the skills and purpose to grow the Covedale Theatre After-School Drama program to include year-round  opportunities at the Covedale Center for the Performing Arts for young people.  Currently, this a part-time seasonal position running two afternoons per week, beginning September 14, 2010.

 Dates and times include:

 4:15 to 5:30 pm.  2 days a week for five weeks on Tuesday and Thursday.

 Tues 9/14 and  Thurs 9/16

Tues 9/21 and  Thurs 9/23

Tues 9/28 and  Thurs 9/30

Tues 10/5 and  Thurs 10/7

Tues 10/12 and  Thurs 10/14

Final show at 2 pm on Saturday October 16^th

 If interested, please send your resume by email to: Tim Perrino, Executive Director via email: timperrino@covedalecenter.com.  Deadline for all resumes to be accepted is Saturday, July 31^st. 

Tisha Harris Productions Seeks a Male Actor For "Playing By Life's Rules"

CALLING ALL PROFESSIONAL DANCERS

Scope of Project:

Northlich’s client is looking to build awareness of its two big jackpot games Powerball and Mega Millions, during this year’s Ohio State Fair in Columbus, Ohio. We will surprise and entertain the general public by hosting the first-ever Lottery Dance-Off during this year’s Fair. The stars of this event will be four mascots dressed in costumes inspired by the new game, dancing alongside 50 dancers.

This request is for four professionally trained dancers who are accustomed to wearing mascot-like costumes. Two of the four dancers would be required to perform a short dance routine for the actual performance, and also serve as mascots at an Ohio State Fair booth. The remaining dancers will be dressed in costume and rotate activities or serve as extras.

Talent Requirements:

• Female or male, age 18 or older, height 5’ 4” or under, gymnast-build

• Professionally trained dancers

• Able to comfortably move/dance in costumes (big round ball with arm holes and mesh covered peep hole for sight (10 lbs), full body leotards and shorts; costumes provided)

• Familiar with popular group/line dances like the Boot Scootin’ Boogie or Cotton Eye Joe, etc. and the ability to learn a dance during one rehearsal

• Available on the specified dates/times for rehearsals and event

• All dancers are required to sign a photography/video release form, and waiver form; our client reserves the right to use all photos and videos from the event.

• Great attitude and ready to get the crowds pumped up!

When:

• Audition: Tuesday, July 13, 1:00-4:00pm

  • Talent will be required to perform a well known line dance (Boot Scootin’ Boogie or Cotton Eye Joe) in the costume (provided) during the audition

• Rehearsal: Monday, July 19 9:00-11:00am

• Dress Rehearsal: Monday, July 26, 9:00-11:00am

• Performance and activity at the Fair: Friday, July 30, 1:00-6:00pm

Where:

• Audition: Smith Brothers Hardware Building 580 N. 4^th Street Columbus, Ohio 43215

  • Visitor parking available on site, alternate parking available at the Columbus Convention Center

• Rehearsal: Smith Brothers Hardware Building 580 N. 4^th Street Columbus, Ohio 43215

• Dress Rehearsal: Smith Brothers Hardware Building 580 N. 4^th Street Columbus, Ohio 43215

• Performance: Ohio State Fair Grounds, Columbus, Ohio

Compensation:

Compensation for each dancer based on $50/hour:

• Rehearsal: $100 per dancer (2 hour rehearsal)

• Dress rehearsal: $100 per dancer (2 hour rehearsal)

• Day of event: $250 per dancer (5 hour event)

Agency Contact: Emily Ryan

eryan@northlich.com 513-287-1891

CALLING ALL DANCERS

Scope of Project:

Northlich’s client is looking to build awareness of its two big jackpot games Powerball and Mega Millions, during this year’s Ohio State Fair in Columbus, Ohio. We will surprise and entertain the general public by hosting the first-ever Lottery Dance-Off during this year’s Fair. The general public will be invited to show off their funky and fancy dance moves. However, we know that people are often timid and hesitate to participate until someone starts the dance! Therefore, we are recruiting 50-80 dancers to participate in the Dance-Off.

We are looking to hire dancers to serve as “extras” to be part of the Dance-Off with the Powerball and Mega Millions mascots. The “extras” will join the mascots in the specified line dance while energizing the crowd and encouraging people to join the Dance-Off. Talent selected will need to be high-energy individuals with previous dance experience in front of a large audience.

Dancer Requirements:

• Male or female, age 18 or older

• Experience performing in front of large audiences

• Dance experience required; familiar with popular group/line dances like the Boot Scootin’ Boogie or Cotton Eye Joe, etc. and the ability to learn the dance prior to the Dance-Off

• Available on Monday, July 26 9:00-11:00am (rehearsal) and Friday, July 30 2:00-4:00pm (performance)

• Responsible for getting to/ from the venue

• Dancers can wear everyday “street” clothes they would typically wear to an outdoor, family-oriented event (nothing provocative or inappropriate for a family event)

• All dancers are required to sign a photography/video release form, and waiver form; our client reserves the right to use all photos and videos from the event

• Great attitude and ready to get the crowds pumped up!

When:

• Rehearsal: Monday, July 26, 9:00-11:00am

• Performance: Friday, July 30, 2:00-4:00pm

Where:

• Rehearsal: Smith Brothers Hardware Building 580 N. 4^th Street Columbus, Ohio 43215

  • Parking available at the Columbus Convention Center, approximately 1.5 blocks from rehearsal site (parking will be reimbursed, up to $5, with valid parking ticket – bring ticket to rehearsal)

• Performance: Ohio State Fair Grounds, Columbus, Ohio

Compensation:

Compensation for each dancer based on $30/hour:

• Rehearsal: $60 per dancer (2 hour rehearsal)

• Day of event: $60 per dancer (2 hour event)

Agency Contact: Emily Ryan

eryan@northlich.com 513-287-1891

Piñata Productions Seeks Talent, Crew & Music

One Day Summer, a short film in feature development, is shooting July 2010. The movie will be shot by JJ Painter and directed by e.E. Charlton-Trujillo & Colette Thomas.  

CAST
Male (18-24) to play high school athlete.
Female (17-24) to play high school teen.

Extras (18-24) Male and Female with ability to rollerskate (not inline skate)

CREW
Seeking SOUND RECORDIST with demo available. This is a small run-and-gun production but we will be provided a Sound Assistant.

Seeking ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, GRIPS and PRODUCTION ASSISTANTS.

MUSIC
This is a rock'n'roll, punktastic -- girls on the edge movie. We are looking for music to reflect the essence of the film. We encourage all artist who amp it up to submit potential tunes -- especially female musicians!

Piñata Productions has a long history of quality product.

http://www.pinataproduction.com

http://www.painterproductions.com

The Drama Workshop is continuing auditions for On Golden Pond, for the
roles of Norman Thayer (age 60+) and Billy Ray, Junior (age 11-15).

Production Dates of On Golden Pond are September 24 - October 2. Rehearsals
begin in August.

Auditions are Wednesday evening July 7 from 7:00 to 9:30 PM at Mercy
Hospital Western Hills, 3131 Queen City Avenue | Cincinnati, Ohio 45238 (corner
of Boudinot and Queen City Aves). Elevator to the 6th floor, follow the
signs to the 6th floor auditorium.

Auditions will consist of cold reads from the script. Head shots and
resumes are not required, but encouraged. Bring any known conflicts for the two
months prior to the show. Please note that although ages are indicated, the
casting process frequently results in certain parts being cast younger or
older than the indicated age. Please audition even if you believe that
you're outside the age range for a part - you never know!

Character Descriptions:

Norman Thayer Jr. - is a retired college professor. He has many of the
ailments common to people his age, including arthritis and palpitations, but
his most pressing health issue is his slow mental decline. He is described
as a white-haired man with glasses who dresses comfortably. He has a
sarcastic sense of humor, and he can be impatient, insensitive, and intolerant.

Billy Ray Jr.- Billy is short, smart, and struck by the awkwardness that
comes with his age.

Audition forms are available at
_http://www.thedramaworkshop.org/tdw_news/2010_audition_form.pdf_

Questions? Contact GRoose1876@aol.com
(513) 470-5516

The Drama Workshop to Hold Auditions for

ON GOLDEN POND directed by Jeff Groh
ENCHANTED APRIL directed by Amy Hamilton

Tuesday, June 29 and Wednesday, June 30 from 7-9:30 PM both nights at The
Westwood Town Hall

THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST directed by Dennis Murphy auditions will be held two weeks later on July 14-15 7 - 9:30 PM both nights at The Westwood Town Hall

Please be prepared to do cold readings from the scripts.

Performances for On Golden Pond are September 24 - October 2, 2010
Performances for The Importance of Being Earnest are February 18 -27, 2011
Performances for Enchanted April are April 8 - 16, 2011

WESTWOOD TOWN HALL
3017 HARRISON AVE, CINCINNAI, OH 45211.

Questions? Email  Gretchen Roose at GRoose1876@aol.com
___________________________________________________

Cast requirements for ON GOLDEN POND:

Charlie Martin - Charlie is a local man (late 30's early 40's) who has known the Thayers
most of his life. He is described as big and round with a weathered face from
spending so much time on the lake, and he has been the mailman for many
years. Charlie laughs a little too often and does not understand the subtlety
of Norman's sarcasm, although he is drawn to Ethel's hospitality.

Bill Ray - Chelsea's fiancé, Bill Ray, is a dentist from California. He is father to
Billy. Bill is an honest person who confronts issues in a straightforward
way.

Billy Ray Jr. - Billy Ray is the eleven to fifteen-year-old son of Bill Ray. Billy is
short, smart, and struck by the awkwardness that comes with his age.

Ethel Thayer - Ethel is Norman's sixty to seventy year-old wife. She is energetic,
loving, and sociable. Ethel is nonjudgmental, good-natured, and encouraging.

NormanThayer Jr . - Norman is a 70-80ish retired college professor. He has many of the
ailments common to people his age, including arthritis and palpitations, but
his most pressing health issue is his slow mental decline. He is described as a
white-haired man with glasses who dresses comfortably. He has a sarcastic
sense of humor, and he can be impatient, insensitive, and intolerant.

Chelsea Thayer Wayne - Chelsea is the only child of Ethel and Norman. She is in her forties and
divorced, and she has a strained relationship with her father. Chelsea is
described as pretty, tan, and athletic-looking, but slightly heavy.

___________________________________________________

Need Volunteer Actors to read in a Public CPI Cold Reading.

This one is for a Cold Reading (NO Directing and NO rehearsals); however, actors are expected to read the script at home and familiarize themselves with the play and their role or roles.

Date of reading: Sunday, August 22, 2010
Location: French Hall on UC campus.

The Event is Free to the public, seating 50.

Hard-cover script (Highlighted) will be given to the Actors in advance of the reading.

If interested, please contact Kalman ASAP:

Kalman Kivkovich
CPI President
e-mail: kivi1@cinci.rr.com
tel: 513-861-0004

Please attach an acting resume & a headshot photo

"UNIVERSE"

SYNOPSIS

Pleasure links eight individuals who join together to crew a multiplayer space ship in a computer video game. The group is shaped by conventional forces: majority rules, individual differences and free enterprise business principles. They communicate through headsets and computer screens within their own private settings (computer desks, lounge chairs and kitchen tables)... all on stage at the same time. The group separates for the same reason it was formed... the pursuit of pleasure.

CHARACTERS

TOM [M1]. . . . . .Young but business like demeanor. Conflicted with pop culture haircut and facial jewelry.
Stage Age: Late 20's, young businessman but still visually identified with pop culture.

ZERO B [M2]. . . . Working laborer but mentally sharper than most managers.
Stage Age: Late 20's, equal to Tom but a worker not an entrepreneur.

MYSTERY WOMAN [F3].Female with all variations possible.
Stage Age: Late 30's, she is independent, confident and sexually suppressed, blouse buttoned to the neck with dark slacks.

WAYCOOL 5 [M5] . . Sharp, aware and confident male.
Stage Age: Early 20's, youngest character with focus entirely on the game.

PILOT 35 [F6]. . . Competitive female with ticking adventure clock.
Stage Age: Mid 30's, wears jeans and logo top.

SW [F3]. . . . . . Another female with no limitations but older than the others.
Stage Age: Early 40's, glasses, patterned stretch pants.

MECH 1 [M1] . . . .Male with possible tendencies.
Stage Age: Mid 20's, Tee shirt with unbuttoned plaid shirt, sandals and jeans.

GIRLIE 74 [F7]. . .All girl.
Stage Age: Mid 20's, white top, pink skirt and high heels.

DC DOUBLE 07 [M4]. Male with independent views from circumstances visually apparent.
Stage Age: Mid 20's, camo trousers, black tee shirt.

JIM [M2]. . . . . .Business suit.
Stage Age: Mid 30's

CHARLES [M4]. . . .Another shade of business suit.
Stage Age: Mid 20's

TOM / MECH 1 [M1] Stage Age: Mid 20's - Late 20's

ZERO B / JIM [M2] Stage Age: Late 20's - Mid 30's

MYSTERY WOMAN / SW [F3] Stage Age: Late 30's - Early 40's

DC DOUBLE 07 / CHARLES [M4] Stage Age: Mid 20's

WAYCOOL 5 [M5] Stage Age: Early 20's

PILOT 35 [F6] Stage Age: Mid 30's

GIRLIE 74 [F7] Stage Age: Mid 20's

Narrator [M/F8]

Footlighters is in need of an African-American male actor to play Noah "Horse" Simmons in The Full Monty.  He must be a strong singer and dancer. Anyone interested should contact Amie Marmer at motzahball@yahoo.com ASAP to set up an audition. Production dates are September 23 - October 9.  Rehearsals start in August.

ON JULY 10 AND JULY 11

Deadline to submit materials for consideration is June 30

(CINCINNATI) – The Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park will hold auditions on Saturday, July 10 and Sunday, July 11 for children interested in performing in the 2010 production of Charles Dickens' A CHRISTMAS CAROL, presented by KeyBank. The show, an annual Tristate holiday tradition, celebrates its 20th year this season with performances running December 2 to 30.

Nine area children will be cast to fill speaking and non-speaking parts in the annual production. Roles are available for boys and girls ages 8 to 13 years old. Additionally, the part of Tiny Tim requires a boy 6 to 8 years of age. Those cast in previous productions of A CHRISTMAS CAROL will need to audition again to be considered for this year’s show. To be eligible, children must not turn 14 before December 30, 2010.

Children should submit a resume of any experience to the Playhouse, along with a photograph (a good quality school or family photo is acceptable). The resume and photo must be submitted again even if they have been sent in the past. The resume must indicate exact birth date and height and include an e-mail address and telephone number. At the audition, children will be asked to share a one-minute monologue, story or poem with an English accent.

Interested children must be available for all rehearsals, most of which are scheduled around school hours. Rehearsals for A CHRISTMAS CAROL begin in mid-November. Children must also be available for all performances of the show, which are scheduled Tuesdays through Sundays and which include some weekday student and public matinees.
 
Headshots and resumes should be sent to the Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park, ATTN: AUDITIONS, c/o Michael Haney, P. O. Box 6537, Cincinnati, Ohio, 45206. To be considered, all photos and resumes must be received at the Playhouse by Wednesday, June 30.

Those selected to audition will be contacted by telephone to schedule specific times. All auditions will be held at the Playhouse, located in Eden Park at the edge of Mt. Adams.

Adapted by Howard Dallin, A CHRISTMAS CAROL is a faithful retelling of Charles Dickens’ tale of a miserly sinner given one last chance at redemption by four persuasive spirits.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL’s heartwarming message, along with hundreds of costume changes and thrilling special effects, make the show one of the Playhouse’s most popular productions year after year.  

The Playhouse is supported, in part, by the generosity of the tens of thousands of individuals and businesses that give to the Fine Arts Fund.

The Ohio Arts Council helps fund the Playhouse with state tax dollars to encourage economic growth, educational excellence and cultural enrichment for all Ohioans.

The Playhouse also receives funding from the Shubert Foundation and the National Endowment for the Arts.

I'm the director of Rhonda Pettit's poetic drama THE GLOBAL LOVERS premiering at this year's Cincinnati Fringe Festival. We are getting down to the wire and still have key positions open on our crew.

We are only a few weeks away from the June 4th premiere of The Global Lovers<http://www.cincyfringe.com/the-global-lovers> at the Cincinnati Fringe Festival and are in serious need of crew members.

We need to fill the following: Stage Manager, Costumer, Projection Assistant and Set-Design.

If you are interested or know someone who may be, please connect them to me asap. The Stage Manager position comes with a small stipend. In order to score these remaining Crew Members an all access $200 pass each, we need to have them on board by tomorrow! Tomorrow as in Wednesday, May 19th. All the best and rock the world!

Sincerely,
e.E. Charlton-Trujillo
Filmmaker/Novelist/Playwright
513.490.6192 (c)
513.541.0327 (o)

Fallen (Original Series)<http://www.fallentheseries.com/site/>
YouTube Channel<http://www.youtube.com/user/bigdreamswrite?feature=mhw4>
Official Website<http://www.bigdreamswrite.com/You_Are_Here.html>

via Wesseling Yahoo group

An unhappily married man falls in love with a woman on the night of her death. While attempting to understand her life, he grows obsessed and becomes torn between reality and his desires.

JON (Male, Mid-Late Twenties) 
Jon is pursuing a general business degree at a community college. While life gives him little to complain about, Jon is unfulfilled, and desires something more – though he isn't sure what that may be.  Because of this, he frequently daydreams, and has a hard time connecting with his wife, Claire.

CLAIRE (Female, Mid-Late Twenties) 
As the level-headed breadwinner of the house, Claire works for a well-established corporation and is able to support herself, as well as her husband. Claire truly wants to connect with Jon on some deeper, more intimate level, but sometimes finds it difficult to take him seriously.

ZOE (Female, Early-Mid Twenties) 
Zoe is reserved and thoughtful; the friend that will always listen. Her natural charm always draws attention, even when she isn't looking for it. While self-confident, Zoe often feels out of place, and wishes she had someone who simply knew how she feels.

SHANNON (Female, Early-Mid Twenties) 
Shannon is Zoe's best friend – the extrovert.  She has a compulsory urge to help others, finding something extremely satisfying in hearing the word "Thanks." 
 
No monologue required. Sides will be provided. Please bring headshot and resume if available.
A one-week production is scheduled for June 16-22.

CASTING CALL WILL BE HELD ON MAY 18th
From 3-7pm
CCM –The Corbett Center, ROOM CC3650
(Near Corbett Auditorium)
Cincinnati, OH, 45221

QUESTIONS – CONTACT ANDREW SOUTHWORTH
southworth.6@wright.edu / (513)338-7800

CTM is seeking production team members, including Director, Music Director, Choreographer, Production Manager and Stage Manager, for their Spring 2011 production of JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT.

Please send a resume with references to CTM at 308 West Main Street Mason, Ohio 45040 or via email to Karen@ChildrensTheatreOfMason.com.

via Wesseling Yahoo group

Production Manager, Stage Manager, Directors & Designers

New Edgecliff Theatre is seeking to hire a Production Manager and a Stage Manager for our entire 2010-2011 season (September-May). Both positions are stipend-paid per production, and job descriptions are listed below.

In addition, we are looking for qualified directors & designers to hire on a per-show basis for our 2010-2011 season.

To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to dcampailla@newedgecliff.com or mail to:
New Edgecliff Theatre, 1612 Otte Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45223.

Deadline for Production Manager and Stage Manager Positions is June 15, 2010.
Deadline for Directors & Designers is June 30, 2010.

Production Manager

The Production Manager is charged with organizing or coordinating the various resources of finance, personnel, space, and scheduling so as to allow for the highest caliber of production possible.

• To help plan and produce detailed production schedules, in consultation with the Managing Director and Technical Director, and taking into account the availability and needs of the production's creative team, and to ensure strict adherence to set schedules and deadlines.
• To organize and lead regular production meetings, as well as periodically attend rehearsals throughout the process. 
• To attend staff meetings leading up to and during the rehearsal and production process.
• To communicate with and support the director, actors and designers engaged by the theatre.
• To manage and strictly control the production budget as set by the Executive & Managing Directors. At the end of every week during production, expense reports should be compiled so we have real time costs. 

Stage Manager

The Stage Manager is a key position in any successful production. The position has a unique function because it serves the dual function of assistant to the director and production staff during the rehearsal period and then becomes the person in charge of the production during the actual performance.

The duties and procedures of the Stage Manager will vary with the nature of the script, production, rehearsal, Director of the Production, and Designers. A good Stage Manager must be able to adapt to the needs of each production.

Stage Manager will perform those duties associated with the position which will include (but not be limited to) the following:

• Be responsible for the calling and/or coordinating of all rehearsals and note sessions, whether before or after opening.
• Be responsible for assembling and maintaining the Prompt Book, as are necessary for the actual technical and artistic operation of the production.
• Work with the director and New Edgecliff Staff to coordinate and communicate with the designers during rehearsal and after opening.
• Assume active responsibility for the form and discipline of rehearsal and performance and be the executive instrument in the technical running of each performance.
• Maintain the artistic intention of the Director and the Producer after opening, to the best of his/her ability.
• Ensure that the safe and sanitary condition of the playing and/or rehearsal areas are maintained.
• The Stage Manager will report to the New Edgecliff Staff, and is encouraged to attend weekly staff meeting as scheduled.

Katalyst talent agency seeks part time assistant that will become full time later this year. 
 
Katalyst talent agency is expanding our offices later this summer. To that extent we will also be expanding our staff. We are currently seeking a part time assistant that will become full time later this year. 
 
Katalyst is a full service agency that currently reps over 600 talent. We book our talent throughout the Midwest and nationally. We have a reputation for excellent customer service and for placing our talent with top agencies and managers in LA. 
 
Katalyst is 4 years old currently and there is great room for growth and a career in this company. Over the next few years we will be adding assistants and agents. Current assistants will be considered for the future agent positions. 

Visit our website to learn more about our agency at www.katalyst.tv. 

To submit yourself for an interview email resume and cover letter to kat@katalyst.tv Absolutley no phone calls. 
 
Job duties include the following:

• Answering phones in a friendly and professional manner
• Greeting clients and talent
• Answering new talent and talent questions
• Maintaining and creating talent files
• Data Entry
• Photoshop talent photos
• Updating talent info and entering talent info on website
• Filing
• Maintain Office Environment (vacuuming, dusting, and taking out garbage)
• Calling talent for auditions
• Relaying pertinent info to talent in regards to auditions, call backs and bookings
• Running open calls (one Friday a month until 6pm and one Saturday a month for 4 hrs)
• Assisting agent in anything else requested.
• Keeping Agent's appointment schedules.

We look forward to meeting you. 

Pay to begin $8/hr with a 90 day trial period. Should all work out and both parties wish to move forward after 90 days permanent position offered and rate goes to $9/hr.

Zappa Studios will be holding a second set of Auditions for Emmy Award Winning Director/Writer, Scott Wegener's next film THE LAST RACE. If you have already auditioned you do not need to attend. Scott is looking for additional talent to cast in his film.
Please email Carrie-Ellen Zappa if you plan to attend auditions at cez@carrie-ellenzappa.com. 
 
See Scott's Wegener on IMDB (International Movie Data Base). Zappa Studios produced a film Screening of Scott Wegener's BEOWOLF in 2009 with all proceeds going to the American Cancer Society.
 
Please see the list of character breakdowns for cast. Scott plans to cast over 200 in the film so there are lots of opportunities.

Casting:
Females: Late teens to early 30s (Teenage females must be approved by Carrie-Ellen Zappa. This is an R rated film.) Males: 20s to 60s.
 
Film Title: THE LAST RACE
This Film is rated R
Scott says it is a Sci-Fi thriller combination between ALIENS, THE ICEMAN and LORD OF THE FLIES. All proceeds go to the American Cancer Society. This is an all volunteer film. No one will be paid. Copy, credit, travel & food will be provided. Please confirm with Scott Wegener at auditions. Film Shoots may take place in New York, New Mexico and/or Cost Rico.
 
LOCATION:
Zappa Studios
located at the Sharonville Fine Arts Center
11165 Reading Road
Sharonville, Ohio 45241
 
PARKING: You may park in the lot next to the theater by the plant store. 
 
DATE: Wednesday May 5th at 7pm

Audition Info: 

1. Actors should bring 2 copies of picture and resume (if you have one). Please prepare a Monologue. Scott may ask for some improvisation and/or script readings. 
2. The following info is from the director about audition times. "Individuals auditioning should show up as early as they can. The reason being, I may ask for people to read/act against several others to check out chemistry. I know that can make for a long day for everyone, unfortunately." Scott Wegener 

Please email Carrie-Ellen Zappa if you plan to attend auditions at cez@carrie-ellenzappa.com.

Local NAACP award winning playwright Jason C. White (writer of THE DANCE: THE HISTORY OF AMERICAN MINSTRELSY) is holding auditions for the premier of his new play, THE AMERICAN DREAM, an absurd American comedy. Auditions will be held at the new Bi-Okoto Cultural Centre on 7030 Reading Rd.  Mr. White is currently looking for 2 experienced male actors, ages 20-35, with great comedic timing, and the freedom to tour if needed. Rehearsals will be held two to three times a week after 6pm, starting in May. The American Dream will be premiering in Cincinnati in July 2010. Audition will be cold readings. If interested, please email headshot and resume to jason@perproductions.com.

CMT is looking to borrow four black Bentwood chairs for their production of CURTAINS. If anyone knows of a resource I can contact, please let me know.

Thanks!
Kathy Beiting
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We are in need of one, possibly two reed players for our upcoming production of THE WEDDING SINGER at Footlighters in Newport, KY.

Shows run May 6-22 - there is pay involved. Those interested should contact Mark Femia at mfemia@aol.com.

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Looking for volunteer skilled musicians to perform in a new Holocaust-related play, FROM AUSCHWITZ TO CINCINNATI: THE SURVIVING TUNES by Kalman Kivkovich. 

The play is based on a true story—the life of a phenomenal violinist and Holocaust survivor, HENRY MEYER. Throughout we get glimpse into one of the darkest pits of human history—recent history. We seize the enormous desire to survive against all odds. We witness a success story of one very lucky man.  "I am a winner," he often said, "with me, all their effort failed."

The late Henry Meyer was a member of the celebrated LaSalle String Quartet and a University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music professor emeritus. Mr. Meyer was an Auschwitz survivor.

We are looking for musicians who are proficient on one of the following instruments: violin, viola, flute and cello.  

Music to be played as background: (Classical Chamber music / String Quartet). There are scenes where the musicians will be part of the Ensemble. Acting experience would be helpful, but not required. We will accept Male and Female. Preferred age: 18-25, but could be up to 30.

In particularly we are looking for a male violinist age 18-25 with some Acting experience. [Fit & medium height] to assume a small support role as YOUNG HENRY.

This is a LARGE and SERIOUS project to begin with a blocked Staged Reading, and continue with an anticipated full production next year in which stipends will be allocated.

If you are qualified, and interested, please contact the playwright and send / attach acting resume along with a recent headshot to attention of:  

Kalman Kivkovich (Playwright)
Kivi1@cinci.rr.com
513-861-0004

Date: June 27, at 7pm

Location: French Hall on UC Campus.

No Rehearsals or directing. Actors, however, are expected to read the script at home a few times to give us a good performance. The event is part of CPI Playwriting Salon and free to the public. The event is hosted by Cincinnati Playwrights Initiative (CPI).

[M1], [M2], [M3], [M4] are doubling.
Applicable dialects are a plus.  

CHARACTERS

• Randolph MCIVER [M1]. . . Deputy Vice-Chairman of Dunature Corp.
• DOMINGO [M1]. . . . . . . Spanish Worker at MMFC
• ED [M2]. . . . . . . .  . Black African American Worker at MMFC.
• Addison HARVEY [M2].  . . Laborer on loan from another fabricating company
• Horace WADDINGTON [M3]. . Chief Engineer at Dunature Corporation
• JUAN CARLOS [M3]. . . . . Puerto Rican Worker at MMFC.
• Joseph STOVASKI [M4]. . . The President of Morgan Metals Fabricating Company (MMFC)
• MO [M4]. . . . . . . . .  Black, Hispanic mix Worker at MMFC
• Bud JOHNSON [M5].  . . . .Vice President, Sales and Communications at MMFC.
• FRANCISCO Plata [M6]. . . Shop Foreman at MMFC. 
• LI YU [M7]. . . . . . . . Cambodian Worker at MMFC.
• REX [M8]. . . . . . . . . Polish, Senior Fabricator at MMFC.
• TONY [M9]. . . . . . . . .Italian Worker at MMFC.
• Michael McInnis [M10].. . Iron Workers deputy facilitator

SYNOPSIS: STAIRWAY TO THE CROWN
With scarcely two months to do the job, Morgan Metals Fabricating Company accepted an offer and challenge from Dunature Corporation to construct the stair railings and platforms from the top of the pedestal at the base of the Statue of Liberty to her crown. Working under remarkable restrictions (all materials must be U.S. made, original Eiffel cannot be altered, etc.), enormous time pressures, delivery delays, material availability, inevitable screw-ups, the work was completed for the Fourth of July, 2009, the first time the Lady was completely open to the public since 9/11. 

If you think you can contribute to this project, please e-mail me, Kalman Kivkovich, kivi1@cinci.rr.com 513.861.0004. We need to hear from you ASAP. Please attach your acting resume. 

Thanks for your consideration!

Stagecrafters is looking for several set pieces. We need a small nice dining table (seating 4), a desk that has a nice back and an Art Deco style bar (can't be too big). If you have any of these items please let me know ASAP. We open on the 29th and run through May 9th. Wouldn't need the items until Sat. Apr. 24.

THANKS!
Vicki Rafferty
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Grant applications now being accepted through April 30

CINCINNATI, OH – Janet's Fund is a grant opportunity for the incremental education and training of operations support staff in Cincinnati's performing arts community. The endowment fund (valued at more than $500,000) was established by Janet Taylor, a Cincinnati native who spent her lifetime career working in a variety of performing arts management roles. Her last position was as the Vice President and General Manager for the Cincinnati Arts Association.  Janet died in October 2006 at the age of 56, leaving a legacy of accomplishments in the performing arts industry.

Grant applications are currently being accepted. The submission deadline is April 30. Applications may be obtained from the Cincinnati Arts Association by contacting Brenda Jones at 513/977-4115 or bjones@cincinnatiart.org and may be downloaded at www.CincinnatiArts.ORG/janetsfund. 

Janet's Fund was created with the following founding principles: 

Fund Objective – The objective of Janet's Fund is to sponsor incremental education and training for those individuals engaged in operations support roles with performing arts organizations in the Greater Cincinnati Area.

• Operations Oriented – The focus of the fund is on performing arts positions that involve technical, backstage or operations support, such as lighting, scenery, theater maintenance, front of house services, ticketing operations, etc. Performance or arts administration support such as artist training, dance coaching, conductor workshops, administrative or marketing/public relations seminars, etc. would not be eligible.   
  
• Incremental – The purpose of the Fund is to provide incremental education and training that is not normally a part of an organization’s annual budget. Applications that allow an additional person(s) within an organization to attend a training session where the organization’s budget would normally only allow sending a single person are eligible and encouraged.
  
• Broadbased – Grant recipients should span the broad variety of performing arts organizations in the Greater Cincinnati region (defined as the eight county area served by the Greater Cincinnati Foundation) and individuals (or groups of individuals) within those organizations. 
  
• Participation – Eligible grant recipients will be not-for-profit performing arts organizations. Individuals (volunteers or paid staff) may also apply with documented support from such organizations. 
  
• Evergreen – Janet's Fund is an invested endowment fund. Grants will be awarded only from the income from the Fund in order to allow the endowment to grow with inflation, providing a lasting resource to the arts community.

Janet's Fund is managed by the Cincinnati Arts Association (CAA) in conjunction with an independent, dedicated Advisory Board. CAA provides the necessary administrative support, including the legal and fiscal responsibility for the Fund and its activities. 

Grant applications from the Greater Cincinnati region's arts community are accepted twice a year, in April and October. A list of all proposals that meet the grant criteria are presented to the Advisory Board for their consideration and final decisions. The Advisory Board may award additional grants during the year to capture last minute opportunities as funds allow.

Grant awards may be used as "matching funds" to allow organizations or individuals to further leverage them. Grant applications which include private or organizational matching funds are encouraged.

Grant awards may include up to 100% of the reasonable costs of the training (travel, registration fees, meals, lodging, etc.), but may not include additional costs not directly related to the training itself, e.g. personnel costs, entertainment of others, etc. 

Each grant recipient will be required to submit a summary of the training they received, key learning and how it will be leveraged within their organization or career. Each grant recipient must supply a detailed expense accounting versus the approved grant request prior to receiving reimbursement. Reimbursement will be made for the grant amount or actual expenses incurred, whichever is lower.

Only the income from the endowment is eligible to be distributed and will be drawn at a maximum rate of 5% per year to allow the principal to grow with inflation. The Advisory Board will determine on an ongoing basis whether to distribute the full 5% depending on the performance of the financial return of the principal.

For more information about Janet's Fund, call 513-977-4115 or visit www.CincinnatiArts.ORG/janetsfund.

We still need one young women, character ages early 20s, for MURDER ON THE ORIENTAL RUG, a mystery spoof, at The Clermont Inn, 180 E. Main Street, in Batavia, Ohio. If you're interested, contact director Clint Bramkamp at 513-561-4638 or clintactor@hotmail.com.

All performances will be at the Inn, with show dates on May 14, 15, 21, 22, 28 and 29. Rehearsals start early April. Actors will be paid a small stipend for each performance. For more information, contact the director, Clint Bramkamp, at 513-561-4638 or clintactor@hotmail.com. 

The audience is witnessing an off-Broadway (actually, way off Broadway) tryout of a new mystery play. The action takes place at Dr. Ovary's clinic for women with hot flashes; his celebrity patient has been literally burned to a crisp. All actors will play multiple characters, as follows. 

This should be silly and fun.

The 2011-2012 season is Mariemont Players, Inc.'s 75th anniversary season, and the selection of directors and productions will follow a process that is somewhat different from our past practice. The six productions to be mounted during that year will be selected from a 
list of past MPI productions.  Director applicants are invited to obtain a copy of that list, and to identify up to six productions on that list that they would consider directing.

Copies of the 75th Anniversary Season Master List and the Director Application form are available from the Production Vice-Presidents: Michael Venturini, ventur48@fuse.net or Peter Weiglin, omnibus@fuse.net. They can be sent as hard copy by mail, or by e-mail.

Interviews are scheduled for April 25th; those applicants to be interviewed will be notified before that date.

Any questions can be answered (to the best of our ability) by Michael Venturini, telephone 513-702-2284; or Peter Weiglin, telephone 513-947-1422.

Nicole Kearney Productions will be presenting five (5) performances of AND YA DON'T STOP a hip hop play by Nicole C. Kearney during the Cincinnati Fringe Festival (CFF). The CFF is June 1–12 in Cincinnati, Ohio. Nominal stipends will be paid project.

For consideration submit resumes/bio and headshots to nicolekearneyproductions@gmail.com. If you are interested in the role(s) of Supreme and Young Supreme ALSO SUBMIT a MP3/4 or video link demonstrating emcee (MC) skills. Auditions will be scheduled by appointment mid-March.

AND YA DON'T STOP Synopsis:
AND YA DON'T STOP, a hip hop play finds a trio at the crossroads when they discover that a record label only wants one of them – Supreme, the emcee. Unknown to him the label plans to pervert his image. Embittered, under contract and estranged from his crew, Supreme unwillingly goes on a journey guided by the messenger and the four elements of hip hop to help him regain his self and return to his hip hop roots.

Characters

• SUPREME Hip hop emcee, 20-30, African American male, must have emcee skills. Lead emcee for the Origin
• DEEJAY D Hip hop Deejay, 20-30, African American female. Deejay for the Origin. Has been friends with Supreme since childhood. Also plays herself as young, teenage and young adult Deejay D.
• LEVEL Hip hop Producer, 20-30, ethnicity open, preferred Latino, Asian or Caucasian. Producer for the Origin. Meets DJ D in college and is then introduced to Supreme
• THOUGHT The Messenger of the elements of hip hop. Narrator and Hype man. Age and ethnicity open, male
• DARIUS STONE Label A& R Executive for Stone Cold Records, 30's, African American male. Arrogant and "Shug Knight" (Death Row Records) type.
• PAUL COHEN Agent, 30s, Caucasian male. Works for Stone Cold Records doing dirty deals with artists.
• WRITER One of the first elements of hip hop, a spirit. Age and ethnicity open. Male
• B-BOY One of the first elements of hip hop, a spirit. Age and ethnicity open. Male
• DEEJAY Third element of hip hop. Age open, African American male.
• EMCEE Fourth element of hip hop future. Age open, African American male.
• 1st FELLA Age and ethnicity open, male. Animated rhyme writer.
• 2nd FELLA Age and ethnicity open, male. Animated producer.
• MR. STONE Owner of Stone Cold Records, 20-eary 30's, African American male. Younger brother of Darius Stone. Russell Simmons type.
• YOUNG, SUPREME as a 10-12 year old, 16-17 year old TEENAGE & and a 18-20 something versions of himself YOUNG ADULT SUPREME

**If interested please reply to nicolekearneyproductions@gmail.com

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Can you sing, dance, make us laugh or disappear? Do you have an unusual talent? Come out and audition at the Holiday Inn in Eastgate on Tuesday, April 20th from 6:30-8:30pm and Thursday, April 22nd at the Brookwood Retirement Community from 6:30-8:30pm. If chosen, you will be invited to perform at the Brookwood Retirement Community on Saturday, April 24th. Doors open at 6:30pm, show begins at 7pm. A $200.00 prize package will be awarded to the winner. For information please visit www.plottperformers.com or call 513-623-3589.

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Tuesday April 6th from 6:30-9:30pm

St. Bartholomew Church, Krumpe Activity Center
9375 Winton Road, Cincinnati, OH  45231
bartsbards.org
 
Bart's Bard's production
BYE, BYE BIRDIE
Book by Michael Stewart
Music by Charles Strouse
Lyrics by Lee Adams

Directed by Matthew Wilson
Choreographed by Maggie Perrino
Music Direction by Tramayne Roberson

This audition is for males only between the age of 15 and 30.

Seeking: 

• Conrad Birdie– late teens earlier 20s.  Elvis-esque teen heart throb. Self-centered and pampered.  Must sing and dance very well. Range Ab – Gb
• Harvey Johnson- awkward, geeky teenager.
• Teen Ensemble, two strong vocalists with experience singing in tight barber shop style harmony. 

The Educational Theatre Association is seeking a hardworking, dependable individual to work in our shipping department during our busy spring season. The individual must work both quickly and accurately to ship induction materials, awards, and graduation items to our theatre arts honor students before their year-end ceremonies. The job begins around April 15 and continues for approximately 8 weeks. The hours begin at about 20 the first week, then ramp up to 40 during the busiest 6 weeks. Start time is 8:30am. On the busiest days we'll be packing around 100 orders a day. Pay is $8 per hour. If you are interested or know someone who is, please contact David LaFleche, Director of Membership, at dlafleche@edta.org.

Learn more about the Educational Theatre Association and the International Thespian Society by visiting our website at www.edta.org.

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Showbiz needs to borrow some headsets for PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE. The Madisonville Arts Center does not currently have communication between the control board and backstage. We'd like to borrow about four headsets from Saturday, April 10th through Sunday, April 25th. We will make sure that they remain in good condition. Any help? Thanks in advance.

Bunny Arszman
Showbiz Players, Inc.
513-325-7842

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SOPHIE'S DREAM
An original play with music by Serenity Fisher
Presented by Serenity Fisher & Caitlin Kane
As part of the 2010 Cincinnati Fringe Festival

Directed by Caitlin Kane

Cast requirements: Actors ages 18 and up.  The actress who plays Laurel must be 30 and up.

• SOPHIE - A vibrant, singer-songwriter/artist in her mid-twenties, a romantic and a dreamer 
• GRAY - A dreamy musician/overall good guy, visits Sophie in her dreams and the two fall in love.  
• THE TREE MUSES (SEE BELOW) - Three lively tree spirits who visit Sophie in her dream and waking life.  
  • OLIVE/LILLY – Childlike, playful, silly, loves to rhyme and play pretend, represents Sophie's past. 
  • WILLOW/ROSE- An actress/dancer, witty, strong, independent, represents Sophie's present self. 
  • LAUREL – A dancer/choreographer/writer/actress/director/renaissance woman, represents Sophie's future.

Audition requirements:

• Auditions will be scheduled on an individual basis.
• Bring resume and headshot.  
• Prepare a contemporary monologue (dramatic or comedic).  
• Prepare a short song (you may sing a cappella or accompany yourself, contemporary musical theatre or indie pop style encouraged). 
• Actors will also be asked to read from the script.

Rehearsals begin April 10th and end May 31st.

Production dates: Five performances, schedule TBD, June 1-12 as part of 2010 Cincinnati Fringe Festival.

Please contact Caitlin Kane at 513.967.3251 or caitlinakane@gmail.com to schedule an audition.

Imaginative, ethereal and insightful, SOPHIE'S DREAM is about the profound universal connection between dreaming, waking up, and bringing forth the soul's deepest desires. Sophie is a creative soul, striving to build a bridge between her rich inner reality and the exterior world, yearning to express her deepest passions.

SOPHIE'S DREAM is a love story unfolding. Sophie encounters Gray, a man whose presence is at once disconcerting, comforting, and exhilarating.

I am looking for 2-3 small wood barrels to use for CMT's CURTAINS. They are about 20" high. Does anyone have some? I have the one from Gary Wettengill and have some of my own.
Please let em know. I would like to use them though mid May.

Barb Hoffman

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Small school is looking to borrow props for Middle School production of THE MAGICAL LAND OF OZ. We have no theater or music budget. This year we would love to have green spectacles for the Emerald City scenes. I am also at a loss for a good Cowardly Lion and Tin Woodsman costume. Any help on these or other items would be much appreciated. 

Thank you,
Tiffany Berting
Music Teacher
St. Clement School
Berting_t@stcschool.org

This Ain’t Real Theatre Co. and Miami University Department of Theatre Alumni’s production of A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM by William Shakespeare

Directed by Justin Baldwin, Miami Theatre Alumni. Students and Community members alike are welcome.

Production Dates: July 1st-3rd, 8th–11th of 2010
Rehearsals Begin: May 24th, Monday-Thursday evenings, and possible Saturdays as needed.
Location: Ernst Nature Theatre, Miami’s Western Campus.

Seeking individuals interested in:

• Stage Management *
• Costume Design
• Costume Run Crew *
• Technical Run Crew *
• House Management
• Marketing
• Production Management *

* required to attend some or all rehearsals

Please email a copy of your current resume or a list of related experiences, along with a short cover letter regarding your areas of interest, and any questions to aintrealtheatre@gmail.com.

We have just finished our production of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST and now have quite a stock of great props and enchanted object costumes to rent out. If you plan on doing this show in the future keep this info as we plan on hanging on to much of this stock. 

Items include:

• Fully automated enchanted rose. This rose has two changeable heads, pedestal, and acrylic casing. It drops its pedal by remote control, lights up, and blows its dropped pedals around. It all runs off of a rechargeable 12 v battery. 
• Chips Cart
• Beast chair with scratches
• Human size spinning plates with harness rigs
• Human size goblet, fork, spoon, and knife cutouts
• Village flats (also good for any show using a village)
• MANY different enchanted object costumes including a pot belly stove, chandelier (if you plan to fly), deserts and much more.
• We also have a large colorful skyline drop that we used for THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE.

Contact Troy Bausch at Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy if you are interested.
Troy.bausch@chca-oh.org
513-227-0330

Clifton Performance Theatre and Gaslight Property are looking for a tenant to rent a two-bedroom apartment located directly above the theatre at Tudor Court, 404 Ludlow Ave.

Arrangements would be made between tenant, Theatre and Landlord to achieve a beautiful co-existence. We are looking for a tenant who would like to enjoy free tickets to the shows, perhaps be interested in using the studio for rehearsals or building a class, or a dancer who would like benefits of using the studio for warm ups. In turn, the tenants would comply to keep the noise down (vacuuming, loud music, television, loud walking…) during all showtimes and be courteous and considerate during other times when the theatre is being used.

The apartment rents for $795, which includes heat, water and FREE Wi-Fi. It is also equipped with a dishwasher, gas range, walk-in closet and a balcony overlooking Ludlow Ave. Please call 513.861.6000 to set up an appointment.

Check out http://cliftonperformancetheatre.com/index.php/apartment-for-rent/ for photos.

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Fort Thomas Independent Schools is seeking a theatre and/or dance teacher for middle and secondary beginning with the 2010-11 school year. Minimum requirements: BA or BFA in Theatre, Musical Theatre, Dance, Technical Theatre or Speech Communications with a specialty in dance or technical theatre.

The ideal candidate is willing to direct a minimum of two performances a year and has specialized training in dance or technical theatre in addition to drama. Must be willing to teach general humanities courses. 

If interested, please apply online at www.fortthomas.kyschools.us. Go to "Working in Our District" and click on the Online Application. All applications must be submitted electronically to be considered.

Click here to download a flyer in .pdf format.

Bi-Okoto Cultural Centre is booking talented acts for its opening theater season.

This April, the Bi-Okoto Cultural Centre will open it's new interim theater space to the public. The space is a 50-75 seat house, complete with basic lighting, light board, sound system and stage area with wings. Currently, we are looking to schedule talented acts for weekend events. Specifically looking for culturally specific plays, comic acts, local poets, local dance groups and musical bands. Interested applicants can apply now by shooting a proposal to Jason@bi-okoto.com. For information on Bi-Okoto, visit www.bi-okoto.com.

An exciting paid full-time position with Cincinati Black Theatre Company, Arts & Education Director. 

The Cincinnati Black Theatre Company Imagine That! Arts & Education Program is an exciting comprehensive literacy-based program that serves children ages 4–18 in Greater Cincinnati, with a focus on disadvantaged youth in underserved communities.

Please review the job description (.pdf).

Send resume to CBTC office at cbtcsherman@hotmail.com or Cincinnati Black Theatre Co, 5919 Hamilton Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45224.

Cincinnati Black Theatre Company's Children's Company is presenting THE WIZ May 7-9 at Xavier University Gallagher Student Center Theater. CBTC is looking for any WIZARD OF OZ/THE WIZ costumes, set, props for our upcoming Children's production.

Please contact us via email at cbtcsherman@hotmail.com or 513-241-6060. Thank you.

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ArtReach: A Division of The Children's Theatre of Cincinnati, needs a male actor, 18-30 years old, for full-time employment in touring productions. Contract runs September 2010 through May 2011. Must sing. Please email Jen Scott at jen.scott@thechildrenstheatre.com or call 513-569-8080 ext. 21 to schedule an audition.

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Do you teach or have an idea for a class or program that our family, young professional or senior members might be interested in? Are you certified in an artistic, vocational or culturally specific trade or skill? Bi-Okoto is now interviewing interested applicants certified or qualified to teach artistic, educational or vocational courses. If interested, please email your resume and program proposal to our marketing coordinator at Jason@bi-okoto.com.

Anyone have a phonograph we can use in our production of THE GLASS MENAGERIE? Show runs April 28-May 8.

Thanks!
Kim Eldridge
Lakota West Theatre

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Cincinnati Landmark Productions, the parent theatrical organization for The Showboat Majestic, Cincinnati’s floating slice of theatrical history, located on the Cincinnati Public Landing, is seeking to hire two lot attendants/production assistants for the Showboat's 88th season.

Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age and have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation. Candidate must be able to work in an unsupervised environment. Must be a self starter, dependable, and have excellent communications skills. Must be able to utilize tools for set work and be able to follow instructions. Some carpentry skills a plus! Must be able to carry heavy objects and utilize physical strength. 

Have ability to work in the sun, wind and rain AND be able to work a flexible schedule including some early mornings, afternoons, evenings and weekends (based on our production schedule).   This position involves stage work, carpentry and other nautical duties. Pay rate is $8 hourly.

If interested, please contact Matt Lape at mattlape@covedalecenter.com or call at 513.241.6550 to set up an appointment for an interview. Interviews will take place after April 7.

New Gate Celtic Theater is in need of an African American actress for A PIECE OF MY HEART. The actress that was originally cast has had to pull out. Looking for an actress 20-40 years old. Show goes up May 21st. Rehearsals start April 1st.

For more information call 859.547.2863 or email the director Daniel Cohen at danielpcohen2@hotmail.com.

Hi all,
We are looking for a couple items to hopefully borrow for our April production of MAN OF LA MANCHA if you're able to help out.

One is a wooden bucket that can fit over someone's head. The other is a gobo of a stained glass window and one with colors on it so we can have a colored stained glass window effect.

If you could help us with either we'd be greatly appreciative. Just email us at Brieabi@gmail.com.

Thanks so much and have a great day.
arlene :).

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Greater Hamilton Civic Theatre is looking to cast the roles of Dominique and the Marquis in its upcoming production of THE BAKER'S WIFE. Production dates are April 29, 30 and May 1, 2.

Dominique must be an excellent singer with a high G. He is handsome, charming and stubborn and must look in his 20s or 30s.The Marquis is a creepy, older man of 40+ who can sing well.

If you are interested, please contact the director, Ryan Heinrich, at heinrich.ryan@gmail.com.

Youth Choir Needed: Middle, Junior High, High School, or University Level

What? For Jubilant Singers Spring Choir Concert

When?  Sunday May 2, 2010, 7:30PM

Where?  Sycamore Presbyterian Church, 10800 Mason Montgomery Road, Cincinnati, OH 45249

Requirements?  The choir would perform at intermission about 2, no more than 3 selections on any repertoire they may be working on.  The choir would be free to leave after they perform or are welcome to stay for the remainder of the concert. 

Questions or Interested?  Contact Shannon Alter at sla06ou@yahoo.com.

The Independent Film Adaptation LITTLE OLE GOTHAM Produced by Cincinnati's Pokket Productions is in need of talent and technical support. Skilled and beginning opportunities are available.

The Director and Creative mind of IaBou Windimere cannot bring this Independent Film to the screen without the help of our closely connected Cincinnati Film Community.

You can view a Teaser trailer for her project here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch#!v=kSsBzNyPK6c&feature=related 

IaBou's film uses original costume and set ideas to bring to life a new twist on characters important to our pop culture, while filming at historic landmarks in Cincinnati.

IaBou aims to prove that real life ideas and situations can be made entertaining and thrilling without the use of exorbitant use of foul language and overly expensive equipment and special effects.

Contact the Project team at iabou@mac.com or pokketproductions@billboard.net to become a part of her vision and help prove that in these hard economic times that an imagination, strong characters, and creative dialogue last longer in our minds than million dollar explosions and computerized effects, all without loosing a bit of entertainment quality. www.billboard.net/ia/gotham

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Once again, the children's ensemble group, "K.I.D.S." is in need of two or three local youngsters (ages 9-12) to become a part of the "K.I.D.S." entertainment group. K.I.D.S. stands for "Kids In Difficult Situations" and we entertain at elementary schools in the Greater Cincinnati area. Children are paid per show. There is no payment for rehearsals. All rehearsals are at my studio in Loveland.

"K.I.D.S." is scheduled to perform during the week of April 12 to 15 at an elementary school. I need at least two children to join us as rehearsals will start soon. I get each child's schedule and try very hard to arrange the rehearsal schedule around everyone's other commitments, including performance in other shows, basketball, soccer, music lessons, and whatever else a child might be involved in. This will probably be our last show of the school year. We already have several bookings for the start of the school year coming up.


"K.I.D.S." is a talented group of youngsters who perform skits, monologues, songs, raps about problems that students have every day of their lives on the playground, in the school hallways, and sometimes, even in the home. We have presentations on: bullying, nasty nicknames that hurt and demean other children, divorce in the family, why children should never start to smoke, eating disorders and body image, no guns in school, cheating in school, workaholic parents, and more. After each skit or monologue, another member of the group comes forward and talks to the audience about the problem just represented and then gives agencies and phone numbers that children can call for help. Our tags usually end with, "Remember, you may just be a kid, but you have rights, too!"

Children usually join K.I.D.S. and stay for two to three years. (I've had several for four!) The shows are written and geared to the elementary school audience (grades 2 to 5). The shows are performed for assemblies during the school day either in the a.m. portion of a day or close to the end of a school day. So, all children auditioning for K.I.D.S. need to be good students as each child will be taking a portion of a day off for each show. What usually happens is after the children audition and are accepted, I give brochures explaining our mission to the mom or dad. These are shown to the counselor or principal of the new "K.I.D.S." member school. Since our mission is "Children Helping Children Through Performance," the school authorities think it is a good endeavor for children to help others, and gladly give permission, and we get some bookings this way, too!

LOOK FOR "K.I.D.S." SHOWS SCHEDULED THROUGH MEDIA BRIDGES - WE'LL BE ON CHANNELS 15 And 24 PERFORMING IN PAST SHOWS AT VARIOUS SCHOOLS. AN EXACT SCHEDULE SHOULD APPEAR ON OUR WEBSITE SOON!

PLEASE GO TO OUR WEBSITE TO FIND OUT ALL ABOUT US. THERE IS LOTS OF INFORMATION THAT EXPLAINS WHAT WE DO AND ALSO MY QUALIFICATIONS AS THE CREATOR, PRODUCER, AND DIRECTOR OF "K.I.D.S."

OUR ADDRESS IS: www.sunnyskids.com - Be sure and click on the links and see our lineup of children who are now with us; on the CLIPS link are pictures of our members and if you scroll down, there is a video window where you can see a rap from a past show.
IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS, PLEASE WRITE: sunny@sunnyskids.com or sunnystudio@zoomtown.com or (513) 697-1929.

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I am looking for a theater or group to stage the premiere of a new play.

I have adapted for the stage the first published work of America's first professional novelist, Charles Brockden Brown. The work is ALCUIN, published in 1798. In the words of Lee R. Edwards, ALCUIN is "the first sustained and earnest argument for the rights of women to appear in this country."

My adaptation, which I have titled EXEMPT FROM A THOUSAND TOILS, is in two acts, running approximately 90 minutes. The play is written as a hybrid staged reading, falling somewhere between LOVE LETTERS and 84 CHARING CROSS ROAD.

EXEMPT FROM A THOUSAND TOILS is a wide-ranging dialog between a young schoolmaster, Alcuin, and a middle-aged widow, Mrs. Carter. Topics range from politics to education, the "proper" place for women in society, the Constitution, voting, sexual relations, a fantastical place called "the paradise of women," and marriage. Despite being set in the year 1798, Mrs. Carter's declaration that "…the bickering and dissentions of a married life flow from no other source than that of too frequent communication" certainly will resonate today. "

Because the play is set at a fancy party in a large American city at the beginning of the "Jane Austen era," the play has the built-in appeal of the costumes, manners, and sensibility of the many Austen adaptations but with the advantage of a female character of greater strength and contemporary significance.

What woman (or man) wouldn't find either subversive or appealing (or both) Mrs. Carter's question to the young schoolmaster: "Why is marriage to condemn two human beings to dwell under the same roof and to eat at the same table…?" Indeed --- Why? She answers, and defends her logic, admirably in the second act.

EXEMPT provides a fascinating insight into the gender culture of the years of the early American Republic with insights that will interest and challenge today's audience, with several conclusions as controversial today as they were in 1798.

I am a professionally-produced and published playwright and have also adapted Elizabeth Barrett Browning's monumental feminist novel, AURORA LEIGH, as a screenplay.

For more on Charles Brockden Brown and Alcuin, please go to www.brockdenbrownsociety.ucf.edu/ 

For more about me, please see my website at webspace.webring.com/people/er/raleighmarcell/
Raleigh Marcell raleighmarcell@gmail.com

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Stagecrafters is looking for two guns for the production of THE RAINMAKER. We need a western looking type pistol, e.g. Colt 45 and we need a police pistol in a holster, e.g. a .38 or something similar or we'd consider whatever you have that has a holster. The show opens March 11 so the sooner the better. Closing is March 20 so it would be back to you right after that.

We're also looking for a crystal radio set or something that resembles one.

THANK YOU!
Vicki Rafferty

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Sorg Opera Company is losing their storage facility and, thus, selling their sets & props at cheap, cheap, cheap prices. It's rather tragic, really. The former owner of Sorg Opera House passed away and the building was sold to a group who does not take care of it. Then the Sorg Opera Company itself was run into debt by a TD who skipped town without paying bills.

They've been doing very small productions in any place they can lately, but with Middletown dying, the city decided to condemn several old buildings and slate them for demolition, including the building they were allowing Sorg O.C. to house their sets & props in. So now Sorg Opera Company is closing for good and they have to get rid of their things or it will all end up in a landfill in two months.

I was able to purchase several large, professionally built sets and several really nice props for practically nothing! If you're interested, you may call 513.423.6745 and ask for Howard Johnson. Howard is the President of Sorg Opera Company. Spread the word to theatre people you know. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity!

Tom Fox

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Clifton Performance Theatre is looking for an intern to fill a position of choreographer with assistant stage manager duties for Children's Repertory (actors age range from 4 to 12) as well as some Special Events for adults. We are looking for someone with experience in the area of
modern and contemporary dance to choreograph for children's performance workshops and summer camp shows.

Also looking for energetic individuals who love to work with children for an independent stage manager position.

Some of the stage manager (and assistant stage manager) duties include:

• Coordinating actors, crew and staff for the regular shows and
  some special events
  During performances cuing the actors and chorus members
• Checking costumes and props before the performances
• Serving cast snacks during the intermission
• Assisting with clean up and putting away the show after the performances
• Assisting with running rehearsals and keeping schedule
• Assisting with any special activities involved with performance workshops such as writing bios, taking headshots, etc.

There is a stipend. MUST like children and enjoy working with them. Email your response to Howie Doan at office@cliftonperformancetheatre.com.

Clifton Performance Theatre is located at 404 Ludlow Avenue in Clifton and offers Children and Adult classes, performance workshops, shows and special events. www.CliftonPerformanceTheatre.com 

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My name is Marie Maloney, and I'm the Casting Director for a film production currently being written and directed by Miami University students.

Our production company, Capstone Pictures, is holding auditions for our film on Feb. 26 from 12-2pm and 3:30-6pm and on Feb. 27 from 1-5pm. Auditions will be held on Miami
University's campus in Williams Hall, Room 107-C. We are in need of many actors so please encourage anyone who is interested to attend!

If you have any questions please contact me at marie.maloney12@gmail.com and I can give you more information on the film and cold readings we’ll be using.

Thank you so much, and we look forward to seeing some of you actors soon!

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Hello Theatre Friends

I was cast in a student film and we are in need of a space to film an AMERICAN IDOL Hollywood week type scene for the movie. I'm the Simon in this scene.

Here is what the Director is looking for: In terms of space, I would like an area for the judges, whether it be seats in an audience or a panelist booth. (I have a feeling we'll be using seats)... and then a well lit stage with curtains. Big enough to hold auditions.

If you can help in anyway please let me know so we can talk about the best dates that work for all involved.

Thanks
Chuck Beatty
859.547.8052
Jstchuckb2@yahoo.com 

The creative team of FEAR CLINIC THE MUSICAL is seeking a director and music director for a production in spring 2010. Directing experience is preferred but not essential. We are looking for inventive people who are willing and able to apply their creative vision to a new piece.

Featuring a score by Alex Horton and book by Kelsey Celek, FEAR CLINIC is a musical comedy about a mysterious clinic that can cure phobias. Five patients arrive and must learn to face what they truly fear.  More information on the show can be found at http://fearclinic.wordpress.com/. 

FEAR CLINIC has had two workshops at Wright State University. As we begin the process of a formal production, we are looking for collaborators who can lead our cast and crew. Interested parties should contact us at fear.clinic.09@gmail.com. We will send each person the latest script and set up an interview time.

The Covedale Center for the Performing Arts, located at 4990 Glenway Avenue in Western Hills will present The Covedale Performing and Fine Arts Fair, a free-to-the-public event, to be held Saturday, August 21, 2010, 10am-4pm. Musical artists of various styles will provide the atmosphere, while artists and crafts persons will display/sell their wares throughout the lobby, theatre auditorium on stage and outdoors.

The Covedale Center for the Performing Arts is seeking submissions by artists of various media to display in this setting. A registration form is available in .pdf format.

1. Artists in every media are encouraged to display.
2. Artists are encouraged to sell their work at the Fair.
3. Artists will need to provide their own displays, booths or tables.
4. Limited electrical power will be available. Artists will be responsible to provide their own extension cords and low-wattage lights.
5. Artists must provide three (3) clear photos of the work to be displayed. These photos are not returnable.
6. Registration Forms are due by July 16, 2010.
7. Artists will be notified of their selection by August 1, 2010.
8. Space Assignment, Load-in and Load-out information will follow at time of acceptance.

The Covedale Performing and Fine Arts Fair will be growing in the years ahead. We hope you’ll be part of this year’s Fair and help us build the event for the future.

For more information, or to visit the Covedale Center for the Performing Arts, call (513) 241 – 6550 to arrange a time.

Low budget SAG film is hoping to find a "name" talent or two to negiotiate over scale for the leads. "Name" could just mean that they have had a larger role in a film or tv, etc. Please submit by email only anyone who may fit the below descriptions that is willing to play a large role (again over SAG scale payment...) in a horror film (not a bad script-with a message). 
It would be no more than 12 shoot days out of state. 
 
Male (lead)  Cauc, 30s-early 40s, war vet., troubled, worn out...
Female (lead and a supporting role same specs) Open on race, 30s-40s, kind, likable
Male (supporting), Italian character type, 30s-60s.
 
To Submit for Consideration please email your resume and picture to the following ASAP: Carrie-Ellen Zappa
Owner & Artistic Director, Talent Manager
Zappa Studios
cez@carrie-ellenzappa.com
www.carrie-ellenzappa.com

Artemis Exchange, winner of last year's Best Alternative Production CEA for A PERFECTLY WONDERFUL EVENING, is back to work on a brand new Cincinnati Fringe Festival show and may need YOU. No, not you...yeah, you...ok, MAYBE you.

ABBERANT REFLECTIONS ON THE BARBARISM OF YOU AND I, formerly MASHED POTATOES AND HOW WE GOT F#CKED, is the latest great, odd odyssey by Artemis Exchange and takes a darkly comical glance at the coming end of times, exploring who and what are truly responsible for destroying humanity.

Artemis Exchange in need of three actors and one actress of any age with superb comic timing and strong movement abilities to help create and perform in the piece. 

Occasional availability from the end of March through the end of April and full availability from May 1st through June 12th is a must. 

Requirements for the audition include a sixty-second monologue displaying your comic abilities (interesting choices encouraged) and a one-sentence description of how you think the world will end. Improvisation and/or a brief questionnaire may also be part of the audition process.

Auditions will be by appointment only between now and March 14th. Contact Chris Wesselman at 859.512.0843 or artemis.exchange@gmail.com to schedule an audition or seek further details.

Artemis Exchange was founded in 2008 by Christopher Karr and Chris Wesselman to pursue personal artistic ventures through opportunities like the Cincinnati Fringe Festival. From the desire to create theatre that appeals directly to the intellect and the spirit they experiment with a Theatre of Poverty, wherein art is fully realized through aesthetic invention that rejects the notion that dollars and cents will produce effective theatre.

ATTENTION MUSICIANS: Footlighters is currently putting together a TOTALLY AWESOME band for their upcoming production of THE WEDDING SINGER - and we need three guitar players to come join us!

Should be able to play acoustic and electric, read well, and be versatile in all of the crazy styles of the '80s (you know, a little Van Halen, a little Madonna, a little New Edition....you get the picture...). (You can hear clips of all the songs here: http://mtishows.com/show_detail.asp?showid=000310 

Shows are May 6-22 at the Stained Glass Theatre in Newport, KY. Rehearsals will start approximately mid-April. Stipends are available for both rehearsals and performances. Music director is Michael Dauterman.

For more information, or to toss your name in the hat, contact Mark Femia at mfemia@aol.com.

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Cincinnati Music Theatre is looking for an actor to play the featured role of "Bobby" in its upcoming production of Kander and Ebb's CURTAINS.

In the show, "Bobby" is the handsome leading man of the Broadway-bound musical ROBBIN' HOOD. He is about thirty years old, good looking, a strong singer and a very strong dancer. He is the featured male dancer in two major production numbers.

Rehearsals begin the end of February. The production opens May 7 at the Jarson-Kaplan Theater, Aronoff Center and runs through May 15.

To arrange an audition or for more information, please contact producer Kathy Beiting at 513.232.8552 or 513.602.9844.

The Footlighters' upcoming production of THE WEDDING SINGER needs three more energetic guys to round out the show's ensemble. Those interested should sing and move well; contact director Mark Femia at mfemia@aol.com.

THE WEDDING SINGER is a high-energy, hilarious staging of the Adam Sandler movie, set in Ridgefield, New Jersey in 1985. Come join our amazing cast and we can promise you a totally awesome experience!

THE WEDDING SINGER will perform May 6-22 at The Stained Glass Theatre in Newport, KY.

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Hello Cincinnati Area Artists!

A friend of mine from college (Teresa Berting - we were in the NKU theatre department together) is in desperate need of local performers who are willing to give a few minutes of their time to perform for a benefit. Please see all of the details from her press release below.

Currently Burgess Bryd is scheduled to perform. (She allowed me to publish her name in this message.) And, we really need some additional artists to perform!!! This is not a paid event - please volunteer to help - it is for an amazing cause.

Anyone who could give a few minutes of their time would be greatly appreciated - whether you play an instrument, dance, sing, juggle, etc.

Please contact Teresa (via info below) and tell her you saw this post on the Wesseling list.

Many thanks,
~Jeanette Tacon

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For immediate release:

Contact: Teresa Berting
Email: teresa@declaretherapycenter.com
Phone: 513-834-7050

Declare Therapy Center to present "Reaching for the Stars" a benefit cabaret performance for victims of abuse.

On March 5th 2010 Declare Therapy will present "Reaching for the Stars - the Sky is the Limit to Endless Possibilites" a benefit cababret evening featuring some of the finest talent the cincinnati area has to offer and a beautiful display of food and drinks from area restaurants who support Declare's mission.

Declare Therapy Center
The Declare Therapy Center is a non-profit corporation dedicated to providing high quality mental health and outpatient therapy for individuals needing services for sexual abuse and substance abuse.

"sexual abuse and sexually acting out behaviors against and by children is an ever increasing population" says Teresa Berting, M.Ed, PCC, Registered Play Therapist-supervisor, and event producer. "Most of them have been so emotionally damaged and traditional talk therapy is not always effective".

Declare uses evidence based practices including cognitive behavioral therapy and play therapy to help these children overcome trauma and move forward in thier lives.

Says Berting "if we can raise enough money, we can qualify to accept Medicaid patients and greatly extend the reach of our work."

Tickets are $25 and doors will open at 6:30 at Longworth Hall, 700 Pete Rose Way. Independent donations are tax deductable and always welcome. For reservations please call (513) 834-7050)

Info:
"Reaching For The Stars"
March 5, 2010 6:30 - 9:30
Longworth Hall
700 Pete Rose Way
Cincinnati, Ohio
Tickets: $25
For reservations: 513-834-7050
For press inquiries please call: 513-834-7050

Milford Theatre Guilde is looking for an actor to portray the part of Willum in it's spring production of THE NERD. This person needs to be able to play age 34. The show runs April 9, 10, 16 and 17 at Mulberry Elementary School in Milford.

Those interested, please contact the director Adam Drake at the_drake_72@yahoo.com.

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We are looking for a singer to round out the cast of the Greenmont-Oak Park Community Church production of GODSPELL. The church is located in Kettering Ohio. Vocal range is in the high tenor range, however we would also consider a female for the part.

Performances are March 5-7. If you are interested or have any questions, please contact Patti King at 937.776.8299.

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The Sunset Players need a violinist and electronic bass player to play their upcoming production of I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE at the Dunham Recreation Center.

Rehearsals are scheduled for: Sun. Feb. 14, Mon. Feb. 15, Wed. Feb. 17, and Thurs. Feb. 18th from 7pm to late.

Performances are the Fridays and Saturdays of following weekends: Feb. 19/20, 26/27, and March 5/6. 

A violinist is needed for the following performances: Feb. 19, 20, 26, 27, March 5 & 6.
A electric bass player is needed for the performances of Feb. 26 & 27 ONLY.

Musicians can commit to as many or as little of the shows as they would like. The music director is flexible with schedules, obviously the more performances they can commit to the better.  Musicians can attend just two out of the listed four rehearsals.

Musicians are PAID for each show that they perform. 

Questions or if interested contact Shannon Alter at sla06ou@yahoo.com.

Need a male who can play Anselmo in MAN OF LA MANCHA. Our actor, who had the part, had to take a night job so he's no longer available to be in the show. We're in rehearsals now but will catch you up if you're interested in doing some great Stage Fighting with our fight choreographer, Gina Ceramely-Mechley.

Anselmo sings a couple solos in a couple of songs and gets to play a rowdy, raucous, guy during the Spanish Inquisition. Plus, you'd get to work with a really fun group of people. Let me know if you're interested and we'll get you up to date. Show opens the two weekends after Easter at the Anderson Center Theatre.

Thanks so much,
Arlene Borock
brieabi@gmail.com
www.brieabiproductions.com

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Loveland Stage Company would like to hear from interested guitar players to join the orchestral ensemble for ANYTHING GOES which runs from March 12-27.

John Nixon
Musical Director

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Blair Godshall, an instructor at Clifton Performance Theatre, is entering a prom dress design contest and is in need of a model.

The model must:

• Be a female between the ages of 14-19.
• Attend a formal dance in the spring of 2010.
• Be photographed in the dress and model the accessory.
• Be open minded & creative.
• Be available on a Saturday to shop with designer for colors and attend a fitting.

The model will get to choose the color and design of the gown. If model chooses, she may keep the dress and accessory. If model is willing to donate $25 for the cost of the materials that would be greatly appreciated. 

To contact designer e-mail her at bgodshal@indiana.edu  (subject heading "Model Needed") or go to her website https://www.sendoutcards.com/blairgodshall.

Hello all!
I am currently playing Mark in Playhouse South's production of RENT and we are in need of a 16mm Bolex camera, preferably in working condition.

We are hoping that some kind, generous soul will let us borrow one for a short while. The production runs from February 26-March 13.

Thank you!
Sean Jones

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Currently looking for musicians to round out our orchestra for THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE at Cincinnati Country Day School.

We need Guitar, Bass, Cello and two Violins. 

Two-three rehearsals during the week of Feb. 15-19, tech/dress rehearsals Feb. 22-24 and four performances, Feb. 25-27. All positions are paid.

Please contact Mark Femia at mfemia@aol.com, or femiam@countryday.net if interested.

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Wayne Justice, the director of the Springfield StageWorks production of THE TAMING OF THE SHREW, still needs three males actors to fill the roles of Gremio, Lucentio and a servant.

If you are interested contact Wayne at phillipwaynejustice@hotmail.com. If you know of anyone who may be interested, feel free to pass this information along.

The StageWorks website is http://www.springfieldstageworks.org.
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The Clermont Inn production of FLANAGAN'S WAKE, directed by Karen Vanover, is in need of a accompanist to play under improvised dialogue and lyrics along with several traditional Irish songs. You would also be a part of the cast at this wonderfully funny Irish Wake. The show is totally interactive with the audience, all of whom are mourners for Flanagan. Show dates are March 12, 13, 19, 20 and 26, 27. This is a paid position. Rehearsals for this position are the two weeks before opening. Please call Lynne Aronson, Producer at 513.624.8665.

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Thank you to Joel Brown for all the years he has done our Flyer and Program for June's OCTAFest. Unfortunately he is not able to do them for us this year, so I'm hoping someone out there can step up and replace him for us.  If you are willing to do one or both of these, please let me know asap. We'll be needing to work together to get the flyer out in early March. 

Thank you in advance
Arlene Borock
Borocka@yahoo.com
513.679.0301

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Hi, Brieabi Productions is doing MAN OF LA MANCHA in April and is in need of a cork screw sword and the two horses heads. If you have these and would allow us to borrow them, that would be really really awesome.  Just let me know if you do. Thanks so much in advance.

Arlene Borock
513-679-0301
borocka@yahoo.com

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I am new to the group but want to inquire if anyone has the 12 foot long Rapunzel wig for a school production of INTO THE WOODS JR. that we can borrow, rent, or buy. I was given the group name by Joy Galbraith at Costume Gallery; they no longer have one as theirs wore out. Thanks so much!

Holly Leach
mamabirdie@gmail.com
Guardian Angels School

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Would anyone have a Spinning Wheel to loan for a school production of SLEEPING BEAUTY? Please let me know! Any assistance or direction on where to look is appreciated!

THANKS!
Have a great day!!!
- Terri Wilson
TeeChewie@fuse.net

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Cameron Productions is looking for a piano accompanist for an original play in development.

Rehearsals are Wednesdays and Fridays from 10am-1pm starting January 15th. Dress rehearsal on Thursday, February 4th at 7 pm and Friday, February 5th at 7 pm. Show runs on Thursday-Saturday, February 11-13 at 7 pm.

All rehearsals and performances are at Clifton Performance Theatre, 404 Ludlow Ave, Cincinnati 45220. Please call 513-861-7469 or email office@cliftonperformancetheatre.com. This is a paying gig.

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Brieabi Productions needs to replace their costumer for MAN OF LA MANCHA due to our original person needing to resign the position because of surgery. Soooo, if you're a costumer and would like to help us out, please let us know as soon as possible since rehearsals have already begun for the April production. We do have a couple people who are willing to help whoever volunteers for this position :)

If you are interested, please email us at: brieabi@gmail.com. 

Thank you very much and have a great  day! 
Arlene Borock

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We are setting GODSPELL at the street level of the Addison El stop in Chicago. We are looking for street level garbage cans, recycle cans and orange construction barrels. The Addison stop is also the home of the Cubs, so any Cubs soveniers would also be really appreciated. If you have anything that would be found on a street in Chicago (such as a vendor cart) we would love to talk to you about using your props. 

We have a large assortment of props for your future productions! CMT, Sunset, Mason and Cincinnati Outdoor Shakespeare have already discovered us and our props designed by Cindy Gregory (was Burr).

Thank you!
Kim Eldridge
Lakota West HS Theatre

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DECEMBER 17TH
Written & directed by Steve Booth
(2009 Winning Superbowl Commercial - FREE DORITOS!)

Chaotic events systematically attached to this one date linked back as far as prehistoric Stonehenge. A date inexorably tied to phenomenal world events beyond coincidence. From the first and last Pharaoh to the first Ceasar. The beginning of the Shogun Dynasty to the
excommunication of Henry the VIII and even the founding of America. This date is about to stake another claim in history and it will begin at a small effigy mound with a mysterious past and purpose. It will begin at the Serpent Mound.

This is a Non-Union, No Pay, and Low/No Budget Independent Film.

Auditions will be held Saturday, January 16 10am-5pm
BRING HEAD SHOT AND RESUME.
ALL AUDITIONS MUST BE SCHEDULED
Send Audition Request to: BoothUSA@gmail.com. 

BREAKDOWN:
Setting: Small town – Rural Area
Time: Modern Day

• Bobby Winters Lead Role Any Ethnicity - A Reporter 30-40 years old.
• Woody Nichols Supporting Caucasian Male –a geologist - late 30s-early 50s
• Marissa Nichols Supporting Caucasian Female –An Egyptologist-late 30s–early 50s
• Nathan Miller Supporting Caucasian male –Amish kid -11-13 years old
• Black Peter Supporting Male – A very bad man - Physical attributes, tall…gangly.
• Sheriff Wilson Supporting Caucasian Male – 40s to 50s
• Jacob Miller Supporting Caucasian Male –Amish Miller– 30s to 40s
• Mattie Hatfield Supporting Caucasian Female –runs local bed and breakfast -30s to 40s
• Deputy Combs Supporting Caucasian Male-late 20s to 30s
• Gene Albright Supporting Caucasian Male – Drunk and unlikely hero – mid 20s–early 30s
• Owen Banks Supporting Caucasian Male – State Park worker – 30s to 50s
• Book keeper Supporting Caucasian Male – late 50s and up
• Frank Willis Supporting Any race – Magazine Editor - 30s – 40s
• Pastor Booth Supporting Caucasian – Pastor – 40s and up
• Waitress Supporting Female – 20s to 30s
• Young Thugs Supporting Males – Ages 14-19
• 9-12 Wild Women Supporting ALL - Females- 18-35-Sexy, Seductive and Savage
• Manager Supporting extra Male - Grocery Store Manager – 30s and up
• Cashier Supporting extra Caucasian Female – 30s – 40s
• Mrs. Steck Supporting extra Caucasian Female- pretty soccer mom -30s to 40s.
• Amish Men Supporting extras Caucasian – Amish – All ages, adult
• Town Men Supporting extras Caucasians – redneck-ish- All ages
• 2 young-ish girls Extras Caucasian – town girls – 18-23- young looking
• Erma Extras Female - Cook at Diner-50s and up
• Town Folk Extras All ages – Mostly white folks from rural Ohio
• Bar Patrons Extras All ages – Redneck bar

First of all, we want to thank all of the groups and individuals who have called to offer venues and other help. We really appreciate your support.

We are getting ready for an auction that will probably be held on February 6. We will be selling props, some costumes, all kinds of table decorations and set decor pieces. Shows that are included are GLASS MENAGERIE, ON GOLDEN POND, STEEL MAGNOLIAS and various others. We have an antique stove and 80+ padded gold banquet chairs, 15 bent wood chairs from the Beaumont Inn in Harrodsburg, KY and many more treasures. We are also parting with some of our furniture and eight beautiful hanging lights which were in our banquet and lobby area. We'll have pictures on line soon. Prior to that auction, we have been cleaning out, organizing, and so forth.

We have many, many, many partial cans of paint that are excellent for scene painting. We will be unable to move them to our storage facility which is not heated sufficiently to store the paint. We want to offer it to any of you who will come and get it from our facility. If no one comes to get it, we will be forced to put kitty litter in it to harden it and then throw it all away. That would be such a shame.

If you would like to look at it or just take it, please let us know. You can call Georgia Dunn or Wayne Dunn at 513.494.1932 to arrange pickup. Some of us are there during the day and some in the evening so we should be able to set up a time.

Again, thanks so much and please put our auction on your calendar. Things will probably go cheap and you might as well have them.

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TRIED AND TRUE
Tuesday, February 9th, 2010 at 7:30
Aronoff Center for the Arts, Fifth Third Bank Theater (Black Box). Corner of Main and Seventh Streets.

MICHAEL EGAN, an advertising writer, is trying to run from the memory of his late wife who died of cancer. A chance encounter with a woman GRACE HENRY, who shares many of his hopes, dreams, and aspirations, teaches him that his passion is still alive.

CAST OF CHARACTERS

• MICHAEL EGAN . . . AN ADVERTISING WRITER, WIDOWER (~40)
• BILL WESTHEIMER. . A FELLOW WORKER (~42)
• A WAITRESS . . . . (~25)
• GRACE HENRY.  .  . MICHAEL’S SECRETARY (~52)
• DHL MAN. . . . . . DHL DELIVERY MAN (~35)
• MR. MARTIN . . . . MICHAEL’s BOSS (~70)
• Narrator:

One or 2 rehearsals, including one on location.

Please send a resume to the playwright, Juan Miller.
513.421.2294
jdmplaywright@yahoo.com

Due to inclement weather, original audition dates were rescheduled.

Ryle High School in Union KY is seeking a volunteer accompanist for their auditions for their Spring Musical January 20th and 21st, 2010 from 4pm-6pm at Ryle High School in Union, Ky. Must be able to site read very well as you will be following the students' audition songs. Piano provided. All you do is show up. If interested please contact theatre director at 859.536.3820 or email lindsey.huffaker@boone.kyschools.us no later than January 18th.

Lindsey Huffaker
Dance and Drama Teacher
Mann Elementary School

The new Spotlight Community Theater is looking for a portable keyboard and also microphones/PA system with speaker. We are need of these for our first fundraising performance. If you or anyone you know has any or all of these and would be willing to donate please contact Kevin at 513.240.2119 or email spotlightcommunitytheater@yahoo.com.

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Are you spontaneous and funny and have a big heart for elementary aged children? Can you improv and make people laugh? Are you a natural entertainer and want to be onstage performing for hundreds of school audiences every year?

We deliver an impactful, life changing message through an energetic and exciting character education performance assembly. We believe that you can teach a child anything if you capture their imagination. We use humor, storytelling and interactive kid-friendly performance methods to encourage, teach and inspire.

Our company is the industry leader with more than 20 years of experience. We are offering an amazing opportunity for the person with the right set of skills.

Job Requirements:

• Previous work with children either in or out of theatre is a plus.
• MUST be open to weekday travel.
• Tobacco/Drug Free Workplace

Position Benefits:

• Meaningful work making a difference in children’s lives and having fun while you do it.
• Full time salaried position, no evenings or weekends.
• We schedule all performances, make all the arrangements and pay all the expenses.
• International travel annually.
• Excellent benefits including medical insurance, 401K and five weeks of paid vacation.
  Great culture.

Contact Us: Send your cover letter highlighting why you would be great at this job, resume (both performance and non-performance) and a recent photo to humresCincinnati@gmail.com.  An existing performance/audition tape (DVD format or You Tube clips) is a plus but not required.

I'm looking for a printing press to use in our production of YOU CAN'T TAKE IT WITH YOU at Lakota West High School.  This is an Acting III class project and we only need it for one week.

Thanks!
Kim Eldridge
Lakota West HS Theatre

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Mariemont Players, is holding an additional audition for their upcoming production of LAURA.  Based on the famous detective novel by Vera Caspary, LAURA is a 1940s noir murder mystery set in the New York City apartment of murder victim Laura Hunt. Especially needed are males for the lead role of police detective Mark McPherson.

Mark McPherson - Appears to be in his 30s, he's a sharp cop that can hold his own when the knuckles start flyin'.  His working class background was elevated when he was laid up by a gunshot wound and spent a few months reading. He was assigned to the murder of Laura Hunt as a punishment. McPherson looks good in a fedora and a trenchcoat.

The additional audition will be held on Tuesday, January 5, at 7 pm at the MPI Theater at 4101 Walton Creek Road, Cincinnati, OH 45227. Rehearsals begin January 18, and production dates are March 19, 20, 21(7pm) / 25, 26, 27, 28(2, 7pm) April 1, 2, 3(4, 8pm), 4(2pm).

If you would like to audition, call Rosco Mlinek at 513.984.6578.

CPI invites playwrights who are residents of the Tri-State area (OH, KY, IN), or who currently live and work in the Tri-State counties, to submit one full-length unproduced play script or up to three unproduced one-acts for consideration for public staged readings in the New Voices Series. There is no deadline—submissions are accepted year round.

For Submission Guidelines visit CPI Website: http://www.cinciplaywrights.org/submissions.php.

If you are not already a member of CPI, a $15 entry fee (1-year membership), payable to CPI, must accompany the manuscript(s). Please note that you must be a paid member also at the time of your scheduled venue.

Receipt of manuscripts will be acknowledged via e-mail; thereafter the playwright will be contacted ONLY if the play is chosen for the Series. Response time varies from two months to one year. Entries and payment should be sent to: CPI New Voices Series, P.O. Box 19969, Cincinnati, OH 45219-0969.

Selected Scripts

Members of CPI Play-Reading Committee read each of the submitted scripts. They are unaware of who wrote the plays. The committee follows a specific evaluation criteria and a vote is taken. Submission of scripts does not guarantee acceptance.

A selected script will be given one public staged reading under the auspices of Cincinnati Playwrights Initiative's New Voices Series. The playwright must, however, be involved in the process and procedures leading to the event and is expected to attend the venue.  If the playwright is relatively distant from Cincinnati, he/she may try to appoint a volunteer representative or a Director who will do the extra chores. The playwright is still expected to attend the venue.

CPI's New Voices Staged Readings are performed at the Aronoff Center for the Arts, Fifth Third Bank Theater (Black Box).  Corner of Main and Seventh Streets.