LaComedia Dinner Theatre is seeking production assistant interns for its upcoming production of Disney's Beauty and the Beast.

Production assistants will assist the production crew throughout the run of the show, work load-in/load-out and in various shops. If you are a student or recent graduate looking to build your resume (and have availability June 15-Aug. 31) submit letter and resume to: Productionmanager@lacomedia.com or
LaComedia Dinner Theatre
Attn: Production Manager, Matt Evans
PO Box 204
Springboro, Ohio 45066

Applicants who commit to the full run will receive first consideration, however those who have limited availability within the timeframe above will also be considered. 

Did you know?

• La Comedia is the 4th largest regional Dinner theater in the United States.
• La Comedia is located between Dayton and Cincinnati in Ohio.
• La Comedia hires professional actors, directors, musical directors and choreographers directly from New York City.

The two men we are in need of are characters called: Frankie (needs to be a singer, baritone) and Rip (we want him to be a singer but he doesn't have to and he will need to be a mover too and in a perfect world - he's be built). Both characters may have to go shirtless as well. This show is great fun. If interested, please contact Jennifer Perrino, producer at jenniferperrino@covedalecenter.com. 

Go-Go Beach by John Wimbs, Michael Shaieb, Brent Lord
June 4-22

It's the biggest weekend of the summer, with a surfing race, a dance contest, and the annual luau. Surfer Woody's carefree California life is set - he's with the cutest beach girl, a great bunch of moon-dogging friends, and to top it all - he has never wiped out! But when his old surfing pal comes back from the "flower power" scene in San Francisco, Woody begins to question his beach blanket bingo world. Things get worse when he falls for a runaway teen star! Can Woody keep surfing and discover the meaning of life?

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Clermont Inn dinner theater has had to rearrange its schedule. We are now planning to do a play called Noir Suspicions, in June.

That's a short time schedule, so we're going to have to start working next week. The play is a takeoff on Casablanca and other Film Noir movies of the '30s and '40s - we especially need guys who can suggest Humphrey Bogart, Peter Lorre, etc.

Performances are June 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 and 21 (all Fridays and Saturdays). It will be over BEFORE the ACT convention. Rehearsals typically are Sunday afternoons and two or three evenings a week, at Clermont Inn. For those of you who are not familiar with Clermont Inn, it's in Batavia, Ohio. We perform acts of a short play between courses of a buffet dinner. We're estimating Noir Suspicions is actually about an hour of script, to give you an idea of how much material there is to learn. There is pay per performance, plus you get dinner after the show. If interested please send me your e-mail address, and a phone number where you can be reached Monday.

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Tri County Players seeks applications from persons interested in directing productions for its 2008-2009 season.

Interested persons should send the following:

• Indication of the play they are interested in directing and brief description of their vision for the production.
• If the one acts is your interest indicate what one act play you wish to direct.
• Availability and/or preference for time slot and a resume

Send information to Trisha Adams, TCP President at trishnsam@cinci.rr.com on or before May 10, 2008.

Tri-County Season 2008-2009
Ghost of Chance by Flip Kobler and Cindy Marcus
Dearly Beloved by Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope, and Jamie Wooten
One Act Plays - selected by the Tri-County Board

Crew positions include gaffer, grip, editor, composer, makeup and wardrobe.
Cast is to be determined, due to the nature of the project.
www.48hourfilm.com/cincinnati 

For more information, please email or call.
Ross M. Boswell
270.315.8285
rossmboswell@gmail.com

The short film Spring Grove holds Cincinnati casting sessions on Thursday, May 1 from 4-6 p.m. and Saturday, May 3 from 3-6 p.m. at the Cincinnati Public Library at 800 Vine Street. The film details the shifting dynamics in the relationship of two brothers - the older an Alzheimer's sufferer and the younger his caretaker.

Spring Grove's one-week shoot in tentatively scheduled for the first week of June. This is a non-union film being made in conjunction with the film program at Wright State University.

All roles are paid.

Contact producer Ryan Millard with any questions: cell phone: 937.671.0813, e-mail: Niners2001@gmail.com.

The roles being cast are:
Robert,  African-American, 40-65 yrs.
A cab driver who grew up idolizing his older, more successful brother, Robert is now in the position of caring for his widowed sibling. They've settled into a comfortable routine, but that routine is about to change.

James, African-American, 45-70 yrs. 
A retired schoolteacher who overcame oppression to become a positive influence in the lives of young people, he is now losing his most valuable gift: his mind. Dependent on his younger brother, James has regressed to a degree neither is willing to face.

Dr. Stevenson, 35-55 yrs. 
A gerontologist who performs her duties with a clinical detachment, she serves as the mouthpiece of fate for her elderly patients.

Peter Barrow, 20-40 yrs. 
En route to a business flight in Robert's cab, he witnesses a relationship-altering moment for Robert and James.

Wanted: Singers, dancers, instrumentalists, jugglers, mimes, ventriloquists, whistlers, comedy and novelty acts of all kinds to entertain in local nursing homes and retirement centers.

No experience necessary. Have fun while cheering up the elderly with your talents.

For further information, call Kenneth Haag at 513.531.0040.

Hi! We are seeking an experienced individual to work with the creative and production team as Stage Manager on an original musical. To the Rescue: A Christian Musical will have its world premiere production on June 13-14 here in Cincinnati at the Finneytown Performing Arts
Center.

If you are interested, please call Scott at 513.521.0622. The position will be paid $300. Rehearsals begin May 18th and will take place in Mount Healthy. Visit www.christianmusical.net for more info on the show and to view the script.

Scott and David Cain

Hi! I wanted to give any interested male performers one final chance to audition for two open roles for To the Rescue: A Christian Musical, which will have its world premiere production on June 13/14 here in Cincinnati.

We have a number of individuals auditioning this week (and last), but wanted to give out one final notice for anyone interested.

The following roles are still open:

• Harry is a male, 18 – 40 years old. He is polite and funny. At first he appears to be a blues guitar-playing street performer, but turns out to an angel (basic guitar skills not required, but is a plus). This is the lead in the show and needs to be a skilled actor and
  strong singer. Baritone (or tenor). Has two solo songs, including a blues number.
  
• David is a 20 year old male. He is energetic and works as a bike messenger when not attending classes as a college student. Provides some comedy relief and has a fun solo song. Great opportunity for a college student or mature high schooler. Tenor (or baritone).

If you are interested, please call Scott at 513.521.0622 to reserve a private audition by May 4th.

Rehearsals begin May 18th. Visit www.christianmusical.net for more info on the show and to view the script. This show will soon be licensed around the country and this is the chance to originate a role. There is also the possibility that a cast recording will be made.

Scott and David Cain

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The Madisonville Arts Center (The MAC), after five years of planning and development, is set to open on May 10th; but we need some hands for a few last minute clean-up/touch-up chores this Saturday, April 26th. We'll be working starting at 9 a.m. so any time you could offer would be great. If you can make it for even two hours or so, please e-mail me to let me know when you'll be there; again, your help is so appreciated toward getting ready to be in business.

The MAC is located a block off Madison Road, 5021 Whetsel, Cincinnati, OH 45227; you can write to me also for directions if needed.

Many thanks
Ed Cohen
bryllcohen@zoomtown.com

CTM is seeking a Director and a Choreographer for their Fall 2008 production of Seussical. Please send a resume with references to CTM at 308 West Main Street Mason, Ohio 45040 or via email to Laura@ChildrensTheatreOfMason.com.

The Human Race, Dayton’s professional producing theatre company, is seeking young performers for five characters in two productions of the 2008-2009 season.
 
Four of those characters are the Pazinski children in Tom Dudzick's warm-hearted family comedy, Over the Tavern, which will be presented September 4 -21. The director will be the multi-award-winning Pamela Hill, who recently directed A Tuna Christmas for The Human Race. Auditions for the roles will be held Saturday, May 10, beginning at 10am, at The Human Race studio at 126 N. Main St.

The children are:

• Rudy, 12, wiser than his age, very articulate, does Ed Sullivan impressions.
• Georgie, 13, developmentally disabled, very focused and happy, keeps his hands busy.
• Eddie, 15, suffering typical teenage angst, doesn't like to get in trouble, but does.
• Annie, 16, a dreamer who wants to be liked, neither very thin nor very heavy.

Those auditioning should prepare a one-minute monologue showing an ability to play a simple, honest character of their own age. They may be asked to read from the script. Scripts are available at Playscripts.com.
 
Call Tara Lail at 937.461.3823, Ext. 3113 for an appointment.
 
The other role will be in the thriller Wait Until Dark, which The Human Race will present as part of The Victoria's Broadway Series. The character is Gloria, the 9-to-12 year old landlady's daughter, who probably wears glasses.
 
Those interested in that part should submit a resume and photo to Tara Lail, The Human Race Theatre Company, 126 N. Main St., Ste. 300, Dayton, OH 45402, for contact in the fall.

Two male actors are needed for last minute (re)casting of one act play, Eastbound Jungle, for 2008 Fringe Festival.

REHEARSALS:
The rehearsal process begins Thursday, May 1st and continues until the opening of the Fringe Festival. Festival begins May 28th. Performance space and dates TBD. Rehearsals will be conducted at Northern Kentucky University. Small stipend available to performers. Rehearsals are Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday evenings, 7-10:30 p.m. Some flexibility is available based on schedules of company.

ROLES NEEDED:
SCRATCH......... Somber and brooding, he has recently turned from the dependable and solid figure he was known to be, into a shadow of his former self broken by guilt, fear, and paranoia. Early to mid 30's range.

RATCHET......... The patriarchal elder of the Hobo community. Rational and easy going, he is of a generation that no longer exists, and everyone knows it, including himself. 60-ish. Younger actors  considered for this role based on ability to play age.

THE PLAYWRIGHT/SCRIPT:
Eastbound Jungle is written by playwright Brad Cupples. In 2007, Mr. Cupples won the NKU YES Festival of New Plays and received a production of his play The Chester County Automatons. He is a talented and gifted young playwright.

The script is a one act play and runs roughly 75 minutes. The cast contains four characters, three men and one woman.

SYNOPSIS:
Set in a small hobo "jungle" or camp, Eastbound Jungle follows a small group of hobos through a deeply tragic character driven story. These hobos have chosen a life of travel, freedom, and short term migrant work for themselves in opposition to the humdrum existence of "civilian" social obligations. They are a tight knit group depending only on each other to survive their travels. This small society is forever fractured with the accidental death of one of their own, a young girl named Harpy. Guilt, fear, and paranoia run rampant as the hobos search for someone to hold accountable. Ratchet Jack, the patriarchal leader seeks nothing less than to preserve the peace and camaraderie of the community. Though that seems less and less likely as tensions rise. Scratch is paranoid that the Brother of the dead girl will be coming to take his revenge. Cleaves, a manipulative parasite, plays on that fear seeking to turn Scratch against the reckless young Caleb whom she holds responsible for other crimes. As a battle for Scratch's sanity takes place between Ratchet Jack and Cleaves, new darker secrets are revealed that push the tension toward an exciting and shocking conclusion that will forever change the lives of all the characters.

INTERVIEW/AUDITION:
To set up an interview/audition with the director (me), please email me at hattonm@nku.edu or call 859.866.2964 and leave a message with contact information. Please feel free to send a copy of your resume via email. Auditions will be scheduled at actor's availability and will continue until roles are cast.

If you or someone you know might be interested in this production, please forward this information to them.

Again, thanks for your time
Michael Hatton
hattonm@nku.edu

Year-round CPI New Voices Series Competition

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

Submission guidelines:

• Include Two Cover Pages with your name, address, phone, email, and title of manuscript.
• Include a copy of your UNBOUND manuscript(s) with Title only on the Title Page. Your name must not appear anywhere on the manuscript.
• Plays can be on any subject, in any style.
• Keep a copy of your script--Do Not Send Your Only Copy.
• Do not send return postage--Scripts are not returned.
• Plays can be full-length, one-act, or musical (No screenplays).
• Plays must be neat and printed/typed in an identifiable format.
• Authors must be residents of, or currently living and working in the tristate--OH, KY or IN.
• If you are not already a member of CPI, a $15 entry fee (check only) must accompany the manuscript(s). The $15 annual membership dues entitles you to all the rights and privileges of a CPI member.

Submissions are accepted year round. No entries will be returned, so keep a copy of your manuscript. You will be contacted only if your play is chosen for the Series. Response time varies from 2 months to one year.

Entries should be sent with $15 check payable to: CPI. Please be sure to include full author contact information (address, phone, email) on Cover Pages. Mail your manuscript, cover pages, and check to: CPI New Voices Series, P.O. Box 141164, Cincinnati, OH 45250-1164.

The New Voices Series of public staged readings is held at the Fifth Third Theatre at the Aronoff Center. CPI and the Cincinnati Arts Association are co-sponsors of the series. Local actors and directors present the performance. The series season runs from September to May. All readings are on Tuesday evenings and begin at 7:30 pm. After the readings, audiences are invited to provide feedback to the author whose work was presented. Tickets are $7 adults; $4 students, and can be purchased in advance by calling (513) 241-7469 or purchased at the door the night of performance or at the Cincinnati Arts Association Ticket Offices (Aronoff Center or Music Hall).

For more information call 513-241-5154 or email info@cinciplaywrights.org. For more information about CPI or the New Voices Series, visit www.cinciplaywrights.org.

Here's your opportunity to nominate that company "diva" or office "clown" to have a cameo role in the Showbiz production of the classic musical comedy How To Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, playing May 29-June 8 at the Gallagher Center Theatre at Xavier University.

There will be 8 people chosen - one person for each performance. Winners will receive the "star" treatment and the companies who submit nominations will have the opportunity
to purchase discounted tickets to the show. It's really easy - just go to the
Showbiz website and fill out the form.

Courtis Fuller of TV5 News joins the talented cast of How To Succeed as the "voice" (played by Walter Cronkite on Broadway).

The Madisonville Art Centers Grand Opening is May 10, from noon-7 p.m. We will have three stages featuring on-going entertainment. Come be a part of this wonderful celebration. We are interested in a wide variety of entertainers, including individuals and groups.

Call 513.271.8600 or email debbiehill@madisonvillearts.org for details.

Seeking mature, fatherly singer/actor, age range 40-55, for a new musical revue to be presented in the Cincinnati Fringe Festival: Don't Make Me Pull This Show Over: Dispatches from the Front Lines of Parenting. Seeking a strong singer/actor for exciting new material, with the ability to sell a solo story song. Looking for interesting fatherly types. Vocal range negotiable.

Show blurb: There's no preparation for parenthood. It's a learn-as-you-go crash course in which we can all enroll, but from which we never graduate; a never ending commitment to a high wire balancing act. Don't Make Me Pull This Show Over – Dispatches from the Frontlines of Parenting is a wholly original 90 minute song cycle – a series of musical snapshots taken from unexpected angles, unanticipated reflections in a mirror that at times appear fractured in both hilarity and intensity. Whether we choose to be parents or not, we can't choose not to have them, and to question the choices all parents are forced to make.

Music by Richard Oberacker (Ace) Lyrics by Rob Taylor
Directed by Richard Hess (Director of Critic's/Audience/and producer's Pick of the Fringe shows: Don't Look Down, (UN)Natural Disaster, The Catholic Girl's Guide to Losing Your Virginity, and The Kid in the Dark
Musical direction by Terry LaBolt (Music Man, Little Shop of Horrors, The Sound of Music)

Date: Saturday, 12 April, 2008
Time: 1-3 p.m.

For audition appointment contact Richard Hess at hessre@uc.edu. We will ask you to sing two pieces, songs you really love. Bring music. Story songs a plus. Questions? Contact Richard Hess at hessre@uc.edu. Audition location will be e-mailed once appointment is made.

After four years of fund raising (over $600,000.) and renovating, an innovative center for arts and arts education in Madisonville, The Madisonville Arts Center, is opening. These renovations include; on the first floor, the Elsie Holmes Warrington Art Gallery, classroom and studio performance space, and a 170 seat performing arts auditorium and lecture hall on the second.
 
Our vision is to help increase opportunities for arts experiences for all members of our community, regardless of age, ability, income or location within Greater Cincinnati's neighborhoods, by providing a unique venue for live theater, music, visual art and educational arts programs. It is ambitious and far-sighted and we look forward to the challenge. 
 
The Madisonville Arts Center's GRAND OPENING is May 10, from noon-7pm. In preparation for the celebration, we are looking for artists to create a unique design on a  3' x 6'8" x 1 3/8" flat, primed panel, which we will provide. The panels will be used as the backdrop for the stage. The theme is "Art for Art's Sake." There are no design limitations.
 
Panels are available for pickup at the MAC, 5021 Whetsel Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45227 on April 7. Must be returned by May 1. 
 
Call (513.271.8600) or email (debbiehill@madisonvillearts.org) to reserve one or if you have any questions or transportation issues.

Showbiz Players is looking for a gawd awful knitted sweater vest, a knitted cap and knitted golf club head covers (hopefully with popcorn stitched tops) for its upcoming production of How To Succeed in Business Without Really Trying.

Please contact me if you know where I can get/borrow these items. Thanks.

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

The award winning Ohio Metropolitan Theatre Orchestra is holding open interviews for Violin, Viola, Cello and Trombone. This is a wonderful chance to play with Cincinnati's only full
time Broadway Orchestra and some of the best musicians Cincinnati has to offer. The first perfomance dates are set for June 20,21,22 2008.

Practice sessions for 2008 have already begun, so call soon. Payment is provided for our 2008 season shows.

The 2008 season includes:
SELECTIONS FROM PHANTOM OF THE OPERA
A SALUTE TO RICHARD RODGERS
LOONEY AT THE SYMPHONY
WEST SIDE STORY (MEDLEY)
SALUTE TO GILBERT AND SULLIVAN
HOE DOWN (FROM RODEO)
PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN
HIGHLIGHTS FROM WICKED
FANFARE FOR THE COMMON MAN
HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL

OHIO METROPOLITAN THEATRE ORCHESTRA
Led by conductor Benjamin Price, the Ohio Metropolitan Theatre Orchestra is Southwest Ohio's premier award winning Theatre Orchestra featuring the music of Broadway, Pops, Opera and the world at large. The Ohio Met is a dedicated group of musicians ranging from top music
students, business professionals, music teachers and professional musicians. The members of the Ohio Met come together every Monday evening to rehearse and perform in the Ohio Met Studio at Mason Christian Village in Mason, Ohio. As well as accompanying regional Vaudeville and Broadway theatre productions, it produces its own award winning performances.

Visit us online at: www.ohiomet.org.

To set up an interview, please call or e-mail us as soon as possible.

Contact info below.

Ohio Metropolitan Theatre Orchestra
411 Western Row Rd
Mason, Ohio 45040

On March 24 at 6 p.m. (provided the weather agrees), we are in need of about 100 (give or take a few) people to help us make a film for our upcoming production of Oedipus Cycle.  The clip is only about ten seconds, so the time committment is very minimum (maybe 1/2 hour). Anyone (all ages welcome), no dress requirement (come as you are).

We are planning on taping this in front of the Bell Tower at Carrillon Park.  We need as many people as we can get, so please let me know at amy@daytonplayhouse.com if  you can be there. If we do not have enough response, we will have to reschedule.

I am looking for a few props for Cincinnati Music Theatre's prodcution of Beauty and the Beast.

• Six medium size fishes 8-10" long to go in basket.
• Two rustic farm tools-wooden pitchfork etc.
• Five battery operated flaming torches (I know Theatre House has them but I don't need to keep them)

Let me know if you have any of these. The show opens May 9 so anytime soon is great. Please include you phone number and address.

Thanks
Barb Hoffmann
513.761.8989 H
513.585.6251 W

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COLUMBUS - The Ohio State Fair is looking for talented young musicians for membership in the prestigious All-Ohio State Fair Band and the All-Ohio State Fair Youth Choir.

Interested and dedicated high school musicians who are students in grades 9-12 are encouraged to apply for membership. The All-Ohio State Fair Band and Youth Choir are traditions at the Ohio State Fair that continue to be anticipated features each year.

Participating students gain a unique musical and educational experience, as well as an opportunity to build many lasting friendships during a two-week stay at the Ohio State Fair. Being a member of the band or choir offers a valuable challenge to learn and perform music of varied genres, as well as an opportunity to work with a staff of talented and motivational music educators from across Ohio.

Interested high school students may obtain an application from their local school band or choir directors, or download them from ohiostatefair.com.

Applications for the band and choir must be submitted no later than April 30, 2008.

For more information, call 1-888-OHO-EXPO or 1-614-644-FAIR. On the Web, visit us at ohiostatefair.com.

The Ohio Expo Center is proud to host the Ohio State Fair. With a spectacular midway, big-name entertainment, hundreds of exhibits and one of the largest junior shows in the nation, the 2008 Ohio State Fair will run July 30-August 10. 

Middletown Lyric Theatre is an all volunteer organization located in its own performance space in downtown Middletown

We are now accepting resumes, applications and letters of interest from directors for the Season below. Please send all relevant information by May 1, 2008 to: Charley Shafor, 4556 Shawnray Drive #190, Middletown, Ohio 45044 or email to cshafor@middletownlyric.org. Please let us know if you are interested in a particular show.

The Smell of the Kill
September 19, 20, 26 & 27, 2008
Cast: Three female (Three male offstage voices)
Take three delicious, malicious wives, add three miserable, unloving husbands—and chill. That's the recipe of Michele Lowe's tantalizing new comedy that had Broadway audiences cheering. The Smell of the Kill revolves around Nicky, Debra and Molly who have tolerated one another during once-a-month dinners for years. While their unseen spouses play golf in the dining room, the women exchange confidences for the first time revealing that all three marriages are on the brink of disaster and all three women are facing the challenges of their lives. Nicky's husband has been indicted for embezzlement, Molly's husband is stalking her and Debra's husband is leaving her for another woman. When the men mistakenly lock themselves in a basement meat locker the women are faced with a life-or-death decision—should they leave the men out in the cold—permanently—or let them thaw? One by one the women make their choices with more than a little help from one another.

Greetings!
November 14, 15, 21 & 22, 2008
Cast: Three male, two female
Andy has a sweet Catholic mother, a sour Catholic father and a severely retarded younger brother named Mickey. When he brings his Jewish atheist fiance to meet the folks on Christmas Eve, his worst fears about family blow ups are realized. But Mickey, whose entire vocabulary is "oh boy" and "wow," suddenly says "Greetings!" An ancient, wise and witty spirit who is set upon healing the family has borrowed Mickey's body. Though a play for all seasons, Greetings! is ideal for groups wanting something special to put on at Christmas/Hanukkah time. The Off Broadway production starred Darren McGavin and Gregg Edelman.

Jar the Floor
February 13, 14, 20 & 21, 2009
Cast: Five female
A quartet of black women spanning four generations makes up this heartwarming dramatic comedy. The four, plus the white woman, friend of the youngest, come together to celebrate the matriarch's ninetieth birthday. It's a wild party, one that is a lovable lunatic glance at the exhilarating challenge of growing old amidst the exasperating trials of growing up.

Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks
April 10, 11, 17 & 18, 2009
Cast: One male, one female
In roles originated by Uta Hagen and David Hyde Pierce, this two-character comedy opens as a aging but still formidable woman hires an acerbic dance instructor to give her lessons in St. Petersburg Beach, Florida. Antagonism between a gay man and the widow of a Southern Baptist minister gives way to profound compatibility as they swing dance, tango, foxtrot and cha-cha while sharing more than dance steps. During the sixth and final lesson, she reveals a closely guarded secret-she is terminally ill-and he shares his greatest gifts-loyalty and compassion. As Michael takes Lily in his arms on the final meeting, they both transcend fear and mortality while the sun sets on their last dance.

Jersey Productions, Covington's Professional Theatre Company, is seeking resumes for its summer season (to be announced within the month) and beyond.

Currently, we are actively seeking resumes in the following positions: 

• Technical Director
• Stage Manager
• Director
• Choreographer
• Scenic Artist
• Scenic Designer
• Lighting Designer

All positions are paid a stipend wage. Some positions may be available for more than one show.

Interested applicants should send their resumes to Artistic Director Larry Smiglewski at Larry@jerseyproductions.org.

Cincinnati New Light Festival will present its second reading series featuring works from local published and unpublished playwrights. The festival focuses on renewing and creating opportunities for ethnically diverse theatre artists by offering new and historic works that confront, tackle, and embrace the contemporary world in which we live.  

The first Cincinnati New Light Festival was an amazing opportunity to witness the complete readings of August Wilson's ten-play cycle, the first of its kind in the tri-state area.
 
The 2008 festival will include works from local playwrights, age 12 and up. We are looking for playwrights who would like to have their plays read before an audience. Attendees have included producers of Broadway productions, local and regional artistic directors, local politicians, and enthusiastic theatre-goers. If you are a minority (as determined by ethnicity or nationality) and would like to have your play considered for this year's reading, please send submissions to the Cincinnati New Light Festival at the address below. Local actors and directors interested in participating are also encouraged to send their headshots and resumes to the same address.
 
Cincinnati New Light Festival
c/o League of Cincinnati Theatres
1317 Main Street
Cincinnati, OH  45202

Plays chosen will be based on their ability to attract assorted audiences and their capacity to retain a social vision that is a part of today's cultural heritage. In addition, they will represent Cincinnati's current and changing demographic. It is the Festival's goal to encourage artists to discover new elements of their own humanity through unique and varied artistic vehicles, which in turn, allows audiences to do the same.

Submission Guidelines:
 
Best Time to Submit: March-July 2008
Response Time: 5-6 weeks
Special Interest: Works should be a minimum of 10 minutes and no more than 120 minutes in length (performance reading may take place over a period of 2-3 days.)
Cast Size: 10 or less preferred
 
Festival dates, locations, and admission fees will be announced shortly.  Donations will gladly be accepted and refreshments will be provided. For more information call 561.809.0596 or visit www.freewebs.com/cincinnatinewlightfestival.

The Covedale Center for the Performing Arts, located at 4990 Glenway Avenue in Western Hills, presents The Covedale Performing and Fine Arts Fair. A free-to-the-public event, to be held Saturday, August 23, 2008, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.  

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 is seeking submissions by artists of various media to display in this setting. 

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, 2008.
7. Artists will be notified of their selection no later than August 1, 2008.
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. 

Deadline for submission is July 16, 2008 (based on availability of any remaining space). If you are interested in participating, please email Jennifer Perrino, Business Manager at jenniferperrino@covedalecenter.com or call 513.241.6550.  Check us out on the web at www.cincinnatilandmarkproductions.com.

Hi everyone,
 
If you or your theatre have production photos of shows that Caren and Cincinnati Costume Company costumed, could you send them to me.  All ours were destroyed in the fire.
 
You can send them either electronically to jimstumplct@aol.com or to the League of Cincinnati Theatres, 1317 Main Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202.

Updated: Several people have said they have so many production photos featuring costumes from Cincinnati Costume that they overload the email.  If this is the case for your group, you can also burn them to disc and send them to The League of Cincinnati Theatres, 1317 Main Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202.
 
Thanks, 
Jim Stump