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Seeking Talent for Training Video Production

MU_logoThe Scripps Gerontology Center at Miami U. in Oxford is filming two short training videos to be used with nursing home staff.  Both videos will be posted on web pages and probably YouTube.  We have a small budget to pay some actors and actresses a bit for their time.  We have scheduled filming the week of September 25 and may have a rehearsal time on the 24th.  One day that week will likely be plenty for filming depending on your character. Some of the actors are in only one video, others are in both. Some of the characters have already been created in a whiteboard video which is why are looking for particular types.

We’re looking for:

  • 2 men—–late 20s to 60s. One activity director, one nutritionist. Each role is very small.
  • African-American male.  Family member of nursing home resident in one video, nurse in the other.
  • African-American female.  Stage age 70-85 (nursing home resident age).  One video.
  • Asian female–late 20s to 60s.  Both videos.

Contact Jane Straker, Scripps Gerontology Center (strakejk@miamioh.edu or 513.529.5949) for more information or to apply.

A note or e-mail with a bit about your experience and a head shot would be helpful.

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Directors Sought for 2018-2019 Season at Footlighters

fli_logoThe Footlighters, Inc. is accepting submissions for directors for its 2018-2019 season. If you would like to be considered, please send the following information to Janet Wisner, Chair of the Director/Play Selection Committee, at janet.wisner@possible.com. Please include ‘Director Submission’ in the subject line of the email.

  • A one-page letter of interest briefly detailing 2-4 shows you’re interested in directing.
  • A theater resume that includes your contact information.

The deadline to submit materials is Friday, September 15, 2017. Janet will contact interested directors the week of September 25th to schedule interviews, which will take place at the Stained Glass Theatre on October 8 & 9. When you are selected for an interview, you will be asked to provide more specific information about the shows you are interested in directing, including a budget projection.

Plans are to produce a 4-show season for 2018-2019 to include 2 large-scale musicals, 1 smaller musical, and 1 non-musical. Exact show dates will be decided by the Board of Directors this fall.

Footlighters, Inc. was founded in 1963 and since 1987 has owned its own facility, The Stained Glass Theatre in Newport, KY. It continually attracts outstanding talent for its productions, and has received local, state, and national awards for outstanding production quality, individual and ensemble performances, and technical achievements.

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Seeking African American Actress to Portray Historical Figure Rebecca Duncanson

MISC_Living HistoryThe city of Mt. Healthy is celebrating its Bicentennial with a “Day of Living History” on Saturday Oct. 7th.

We are seeking a young African American woman [stage age 25-30] to portray the wife of painter Robert Duncanson. They lived in Mt. Healthy c.1830-50. This is a volunteer event; the time commitment is short – one afternoon, a costume fitting and a brief meeting before hand to go over arrangements. We provide a short script and costume.

For more details contact Marcha Hunley at mhunley@fuse.net.

Here is a link to a Facebook page about the event. https://www.facebook.com/mthealthylivinghistory/

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Cast Announced/Roles Available for DARK OF THE MOON at CenterStage Players

CSPOH_logoCenterStage Players is excited to announce the cast for DARK OF THE MOON directed by John Vanderplough.

Cast:

  • John (Witchboy): Nick Brown
  • Conjur Man: Kevin Noll
  • Conjur Woman: Teresa Riestenberg
  • Barbara Allen: Rae Krull
  • Mr. Summey: Mike Williams
  • Mrs. Summey: Diane Minnich
  • Miss Metcalf: Shana McCoy
  • Floyd Allen: Parker Culp
  • Mr. Allen: Jon Jackson
  • Mrs. Allen: Nancy Kammer
  • Marvin Hudgens: Samuel Horton
  • Preacher Hagglar: Kevin Noll
  • Uncle Smelicue: Kevin Roach
  • Mrs. Bergen:  Marcha Hunley
  • Greenie Gorman: Lynne Aronson
  • Burt Dinwitty: Kevin Simons
  • Mr. Jenkins: Mark Aronson
  • Hattie Hefner: Gisela Cicci

Available roles include: Fair Witch, Dark Witch, Hank Gudger, Edna Summey, Ella Bergen, Mr. Bergen, and Mr. Atkins.  Email the director for more information:

DARK OF THE MOON runs October 13-21, 2017. Tickets for the 2017-2018 season are on sale now for the great price of $40 for five shows (available through 9/1/17)!

For more information: www.centerstageplayersinc.com.

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Education Associate Sought By Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park

PIP_logoEDUCATION ASSOCIATE
Job Posting

Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park is an equal opportunity employer and encourages inquiries about this position from a broad spectrum of candidates reflecting the diversity of the community we serve.

Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park seeks to hire a full-time Education Associate. The Education Associate is responsible for the administration, management and teaching of assigned education and community engagement programs at Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

  • Manage the administration of assigned programs
  • Oversee registration and scheduling for programs
  • Manage the implementation of program budget and expenses
  • Teach classes, camps, residencies, and workshops
  • Develop curriculum and teacher guides
  • Plan, schedule, execute and participate in community events
  • Orient and train staff on curriculum, classroom management and partner communication methods

Anticipated Start Date: September 25, 2017 Full time, exempt position with benefits. Salary commensurate with experience.

Nights and weekends are required for classes and community events. Start times do vary based on scheduled classes and workshops. The schedule is subject to change based on needs of programs.

COMPETENCIES:

  • B.A. in theater or education with a theater concentration or commensurate experience
  • Confident teaching Acting and Improvisation to a wide range of ages
  • Three years teaching experience
  • Experience teaching drama in schools is preferred
  • Administrative experience
  • Experience planning and executing events preferred
  • Experienced user of Microsoft office programs
  • Demonstrated ability to design curriculum

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

  • The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
  • The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift up to 25 pounds
  • This position is partially sedentary.
  • The employee is required to regularly talk and hear.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

To apply, email cover letter, administrative and theater resumes, three references and a sample lesson plan to Daunielle Rasmussen, Director of Education and Community Engagement at daunielle.rasmussen@cincyplay.com. Deadline to apply is August 31, 2017. No Calls please.

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