Monthly Archives: January 2017

January 24, 2017 · 5:52 pm

THE BOYS NEXT DOOR Run Feb. 17-26

ffl_the-boys-next-door-logoTHE BOYS NEXT DOOR
Fairfield Footlighters
Feb. 17-26
Fairfield Community Arts Center

Directed by Kevin Noll

Cast: Kevin Roach as Arnold Wiggins, Jamie Ball as Norman Bulanski, Malcolm Casey as Lucien P. Smith, John Lawson as Barry Klemper, Nick Bellmyer as Jack, Rachel Smith as Sheila, Bob Tyson as Mr. Klemper, David Brabbs as Mr. Hedges/Mr. Corbin/Sen Clarke & Jackie Marshall as Mrs. Fremus/Mrs. Warren/Clara

At a communal residence in a New England city, four mentally-handicapped men live under the supervision of an earnest, but increasingly “burned out,” young social worker named Jack. Norman, who works in a doughnut shop and is unable to resist the lure of the sweet pastries, takes great pride in the huge bundle of keys that dangles from his waist. Lucien has the mind of a five-year-old, but imagines that he is able to read and comprehend the weighty books he lugs about. Arnold, the ringleader of the group, is a hyperactive, compulsive chatterer who suffers from deep-seated insecurities and a persecution complex. Barry, a brilliant schizophrenic who is devastated by the unfeeling rejection of his brutal father, fantasizes that he is a golf pro. Mingled with scenes from the daily lives of these four, where “little things” sometimes become momentous (and often very funny), are moments of great poignancy when we are reminded that the handicapped, like the rest of us, want only to love and laugh and find some meaning and purpose in life.

  • Fri-Sat, Feb. 17-18 at 8pm
  • Sun, Feb. 19 at 2pm
  • Fri-Sat, Feb. 24-25 at 8pm
  • Sun, Feb. 26 at 2pm

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January 24, 2017 · 5:51 pm

Executive Director Being Sought by Cincinnati Academy of Performing Arts

capa_logoCAPA Executive Director:

The Executive Director is the key management leader of CAPA. The Executive Director is
responsible for overseeing the administration, programs and strategic plan of the organization. Other key duties include fundraising, marketing, and community outreach. The position reports directly to the Board of Directors.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Board Governance: Works with board in order to fulfill the organization mission.
    • Responsible for leading CAPA in a manner that supports and guides the organization’s mission as defined by the Board of Directors.
    • Responsible for communicating effectively with the Board and providing, in a timely and accurate manner, all information necessary for the Board to function properly and to make informed decisions.
  • Financial Performance and Viability: Develops resources sufficient to ensure the financial health of the organization.
    • Responsible for the fiscal integrity of CAPA, to include submission to the Board of a proposed annual budget and monthly financial statements, which accurately reflect the financial condition of the organization.
    • Responsible for fiscal management that generally anticipates operating within the approved budget, ensures maximum resource utilization, and maintenance of the organization in a positive financial position.
    • Responsible for fundraising and developing other resources necessary to support CAPA’s mission.
  • Organization Mission and Strategy: Works with board and staff to ensure that the mission is fulfilled through programs, strategic planning and community outreach.
    • Responsible for implementation of CAPA’s programs that carry out the organization’s mission.
    • Responsible for strategic planning to ensure that CAPA can successfully fulfill its Mission into the future.
    • Responsible for the enhancement of CAPA’s image by being active and visible in the community and by working closely with other professional, civic and private organizations.
  • Organization Operations. Oversees and implements appropriate resources to ensure that the operations of the organization are appropriate.
    • Responsible effective administration of CAPA operations.
    • Responsible for the hiring and retention of competent, qualified staff.
    • Responsible for signing all notes, agreements, and other instruments made and entered into and on behalf of the organization.

Professional Qualifications:

  • Minimum Bachelor’s degree.
  • Transparent and high integrity leadership.
  • Three to Five or more years Arts management or Fund raising experience with the Arts.
  • Budget management skills, including budget preparation, analysis, decision-making
  • Strong organizational abilities including planning, delegating, program development and task facilitation
  • Ability to convey a vision of CAPA’s strategic future to staff, board, volunteers and
    donors
  • Knowledge of fundraising strategies and donor relations unique to nonprofit sector
  • Skills to collaborate with and motivate board members and other volunteers
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to interface and engage diverse volunteer and donor groups
  • Demonstrated ability to oversee and collaborate with staff
  • Strong public speaking ability

Actual Job Responsibilities:

  1. Planning and operation of annual budget.
  2. Establishing employment and administrative policies and procedures for all functions and for the day-to-day operation of the nonprofit.
  3. Serving as CAPA’s primary spokesperson to the organization’s constituents, the media and the general public.
  4. Establish and maintain relationships with various organizations throughout the state and utilize those relationships to strategically enhance CAPA’s Mission.
  5. Report to and work closely with the Board of Directors to seek their involvement in policy decisions, fundraising and to increase the overall visibility of the Foundation throughout the State.
  6. Supervise, collaborate with organization staff.
  7. Strategic planning and implementation.
  8. Oversee organization Board and committee meetings.
  9. Oversee marketing and other communications efforts.
  10. Review and approve contracts for services.
  11. Other duties as assigned by the Board of Directors.

Please send resume to Kimberly Buczek: Kimberly@cincinnatiapa.org<mailto:Kimberly@cincinnatiapa.org>

Or mail to:
CAPA
7800 Laurel Avenue Suite 500
Cincinnati, Ohio 45243

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January 24, 2017 · 5:47 pm

EXIT, PURSUED BY A BEAR on Feb. 13

qcqtc_exit-pursured-by-a-bear-logoEXIT, PURSUED BY A BEAR
Queen City Queen Theatre Collective
Feb. 13
Below Zero Lounge [Over-the-Rhine]

Directed by Hannah Gregory

Cast: Ally Mellick, Noah Berry, Ellyn Broderick, Jack Manion & Rhys Boatwright

In this play loosely inspired by Shakespeare’s “A Winter’s Tale,” Nan has decided to teach her abusive husband Kyle a lesson. With the help of her friend Simon (acting as her emotional — and actual — cheerleader) and a stripper named Sweetheart, she tapes Kyle to a chair and forces him to watch as they reenacts scenes from their painful past. In the piece de resistance, they plan to cover the room in meat and honey so Kyle will be mauled by a bear. Through this night of emotional trials and ridiculous theatrics, Nan and Kyle are both freed from their past in this smart, dark revenge comedy.

Please note: performance is in the second floor Cabaret space, which is not handicap accessible.

Free, donations accepted. Benefits Women Helping Women Cincinnati.

  • Mon, Feb. 13 at 7:30pm

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January 24, 2017 · 5:45 pm

THE MUSIC MAN Review

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Photo by Mikki Schaffner Photography.

THE MUSIC MAN presented The Carnegie through Feb. 5. Click here for more information on the production. I attended the opening night performance.

THE MUSIC MAN was possibly my first exposure to a Broadway musical. Knowing my parents, there is probably still a Betamax copy of it floating around the house somewhere. So for me, a visit to River City is a bit of a nostalgic homecoming and this production boasts the largest cast in a production by The Carnegie.

Dave Wilson is solid as the charming con man, Harold Hill. Sara Viola’s strong vocals are a highlight of the show and it is fun to watch her as Marion begins to fall under Harold’s spell. Together, the real-life husband and wife have an easy chemistry that plays well from the playful “Marion the Librarian” to the honest “Then There Was You.”

A favorite of the audience was the school board barbershop quartet played by Michael Bell, Paul Gilman, Mike Connelly & Zac Coleman. The “Lida Rose/Will I Ever Tell You” number was extremely well-received.

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Sarah Viola as Marian Paroo & Dave Wilson as Harold Hill. Photo by Mikki Schaffner Photography.

Always fun to watch on stage, Sean Mette takes on the role of Marcellus. I would have like to have seen a stronger friendship between Marcellus and Hill. During “Shipoopi,” Mette did seem to get lost amid the young dancers. Maybe moving him downstage and to the side would have made him more visible. There was also fun character work by Angela Alexander Nalley as Mother Paroo, Jim Stump and Torie Pate as Mayor Shinn and his wife, and the Pick-A-Little Ladies (Lori Valentine, Sara Kenny, Burgess Byrd, and Lauren Carr).

Director Greg Procaccino kept the pacing tight and fast, but there were several times when I would like to have seen a bit more of a moment taken with the scene. Even the queues for some of the held poses at the end of the scenes seemed rushed.

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Torie Pate as Eulalie Shinn, Sara Kenny as Ethel Tofflemeier, Sarah Viloa as Marian Paroo, Burgess Byrd as Alma Hix, Lori Valentine as Maude Dunlop & Lauren Carr as Mrs. Squires. Photo by Mikki Schaffner Photography.

The eight musicians, under the conductor Michael Kennedy had a strong and full presence. Sound designer Eric Bardes did a great job in this somewhat temperamental venue.

Maggie Perrino’s choreography worked well for this production even when dealing with the entire cast on stage together. I thought the teen and youth ensembles really shined in their numbers.

Personally I was not a fan of the set. I think it’s great to use a local artist, and while I found the set to be functional, I also felt it was static and uninspired.

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The School Board and Sarah Viola as Marion Paroo. Photo by Mikki Schaffner Photography..

Small complaints aside, THE MUSIC MAN is a charming and fun, big musical perfect for the whole family.

My rating: 4.0 out of 5

I would enjoy hearing what you think about the show or my review. All I ask is that you express your opinion without attacking someone else’s opinion. You can post your comments below.

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January 23, 2017 · 7:21 pm

EdTA Job Posting: Graphic Designer

EdTA_logoJob Title: Graphic Designer

Department: Marketing

Supervisor: Director of Marketing and Communications

FLSA Status: Full Time, Non-exempt

Prepared By: Director of Human Resources

Prepared Date: 1/19/2017

Approved By: 1/20/2017

Organizational Overview
The Educational Theatre Association (EdTA) is a professional organization for theatre education with over 100,000 members nationwide. EdTA’s mission is shaping lives through theatre education by: Honoring student achievement in theatre and enriching their theatre education experience; Supporting teachers by providing professional development, networking opportunities, resources, and recognition; and Influencing public opinion that theatre education is essential and builds life skills. EdTA operates the International Thespian Society (ITS), an honorary organization that has inducted more than 2 million theatre students since its founding in 1929.

Summary
To support the EdTA’s goals, objectives, and tactics by leading the development and execution of visual concepts and strategies that advance the Association and its related brands among members, key stakeholders, and the general public.

Under the direction of the Director of Marketing and Communications the ideal candidate maintains a creative and strategic perspective.  The candidate designs and produces high quality graphic design, art, and copy layouts for material to be presented visually for member information, education, and support; fundraising and sponsor support; and brand-building promotional and institutional collateral materials. The candidate advocates for the Association’s branding standards and guidelines and stays abreast of industry and design trends.

The candidate has proven effectiveness in interacting and collaborating with vendors, other departments, and co-workers, and is flexible and resourceful in managing workflow to ensure deadlines are met. The candidate is able to research and understand needs of projects in order to deliver visuals that enhance messaging and support goals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

  • Participates in and, in some cases, leads the development of printed brochures, program books, newsletters, advertisements, web and infographics, and annual report.
  • Prioritizes, tracks, handles, and maintains records of the elements, costs, and time schedules of multiple projects.
  • Consults with supervisor to evaluate individual project needs.
  • Studies relevant resources including photographs and text to plan presentation of material, product, or service.
  • Determines size and arrangement of illustrative material and copy, selects style and size of type, and creates sample layouts for supervisor and internal clients.
  • Obtains cost estimates from outside vendors such as photographers or illustrators, when necessary.
  • Prepares cost estimate for project within quality specifications, financial constraints, and time schedule for project.
  • Creates finished layout and presents final layout to supervisor or internal client for approval.  Prepares final layout for printer. Checks proofs. Reviews quality of final product before release to client.
  • Maintains resource files including native files and images.

Required Skills and Competencies

Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual must have: proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and similar design software applications; experience with website design and layout–HTML and CSS are a plus; proficient with MS Office Suite including: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Word Processing software.

Functional Skills (Required)

  • Deadline driven with strong attention to detail.
  • Creative with an eye for clean design; attention to color and typography.
  • Experience in development of printed collateral and digital graphics
  • Experience in pre-press, press checks, and in coordinating with outside vendors, including printing companies.
  • Proofreading skills.

Functional Skills (Preferred)

  • Experience filming, editing, and posting short-form video for web
  • Photography skills
  • Familiarity with theater and other performing arts
  • Marketing experience
  • Experience with a non-profit or membership-based organization

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

  • Job Knowledge – Competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; keeps abreast of current developments; requires minimal supervision.  Demonstrates strong project management skills, including the ability to take initiative and multi-task.
  • Use of Technology – Demonstrates required skills; adapts to new technologies; uses technology to increase productivity.
  • Design – Generates creative solutions; translates concepts and information into images; uses feedback to modify designs; applies design principles; demonstrates attention to detail.
  • Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions.
  • Organizational Support – Supports organization’s goals and values.
  • Innovation – Displays original thinking and creativity; meets challenges with resourcefulness; generates suggestions for improving work; develops innovative approaches and ideas; presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others’ attention.
  • Planning/Organizing – Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; develops realistic action plans.

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience
Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university with concentration in Graphic Design and at least two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Candidates should send a resume and cover letter to HRManager@schooltheatre.org.  Reference “EdTA Graphic Designer #12017” in the subject line.

Applications received prior to 2/3/2017, 4pm, will be given priority.  No calls, please.

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