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TDW Seeks Graphic Designer

TDW_VERTThe Drama Workshop is seeking a graphic designer for the 2014-2015 season and beyond to create a vibrant, exciting collection of season artwork. The Drama Workshop is an all volunteer non-profit organization. The group is one of Cincinnati’s oldest and most acclaimed community theaters, founded in 1954 and now celebrating 60 years as part of the Cincinnati arts community. The Mission of The Drama Workshop is to celebrate and create both art and community in a supportive setting. We welcome all who enjoy theatre and working together in a collaborative and creative environment.

Shows for the 2014-2015 season include “Arsenic and Old Lace”, “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest”, “Forever Plaid: Plaid Tidings”, “Rumors”, and “Jeeves in Bloom”.

The graphic designer will work with the marketing committee to create show art for each show in the season, as well as to create the season flyer. The graphic designer will be responsible for developing the logos, posters, postcards, and other graphical material needed for the season. The designer may also be asked to design show ads for swaps with other theatre groups and other material as needed. TDW strives to be respectful of its members’ time and other commitments, and provides as much lead time for these requests as is possible.

The marketing committee typically reviews draft graphics no later than 45 days in advance of the formal deadline to allow time for minor corrections. The season flyer, to include show logos, must be completed prior to 15 June 2014. The individual show posters must be completed no later than 15 July 2014.

Interested individuals should submit folios (or links to folios) no later than 15 Feb 2014. In person interviews will be scheduled immediately following, and the position awarded by 1 March 2014.

Questions may be directed to Ms Gretchen Gantner, TDW Marketing Committee Chair, at 513.470.5516 or at groose1876@aol.com.

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XU Seeks Actress for Christmas Eve in AVENUE Q

XUT_logoXavier University Theatre is holding open auditions on the evening of January 17, 2014 for the role of Christmas Eve in their upcoming production of AVENUE Q. This is a non-AEA role. Auditions are by appointment only.

Rehearsals will begin mid-to-late February, with performances running in Gallagher Student Center Theatre from April 4 – 12, 2014.

The production is directed by Stephen Skiles and music directed by Scot Buzza.

Please send headshots and resumes to Stephen Skiles at skiless1@xavier.edu. Appointments will be scheduled via email, and specific audition material will be assigned. Please call 513.745.3578 for further information.

Character Breakdown:

CHRISTMAS EVE

A therapist who recently moved to Avenue Q from Japan.

  • Female, 30-45 yrs old
  • Range: B3 – F#5

Presenter: Xavier University Department of Music and Theatre

Venue: Gallagher Student Center Theatre

Phone: 513-745-3578/skiless1@xavier.edu

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CCPA Seeks Stage Managers

CCPACincinnati Landmark Productions is seeking Stage Managers for several productions at The Covedale Center for the Performing Arts. Season will be announced on January Thursday, January 23rd.

Requirements:

  • Must be able to read and write and communicate effectively.
  • Must have excellent time management skills and leadership qualities to motivate others.
  • Must have problem solving skills.
  • Have a resume listing previous stage management experience.
  • Must be available for rehearsals and performances.

Other Requirements:

  • Must be at least 21 years of age and have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
  • Must be a self starter and dependability is a must.
  • Must be even tempered and have a good sense of humor.
  • Must be willing to work in a unique, collaborative and fun environment!

If interested, please contact Jennifer Perrino, Business Manager at jenniferperrino@covedalecenter.com (No calls). These are paid positions.

A PLAY
Director: Director: Greg Procaccino
Stage Manager – TBD
Auditions: Feb 9 and 10, 2014
Rehearsals: May 12 – June 18, 2014
Show dates: Thursday June 19th thru Sunday, June 29, 2014

A PLAY
Director: Greg Procaccino
Stage Manager: TBD
Auditions: March 29 and 30, 2014
Rehearsals: August 4 – September 10, 2014
Show dates: Sept 11 – October 5, 2014

A MUSICAL
Director/Music Director: Steve Goers
Stage Manager: TBD
Auditions: Sept 14 and 15, 2014
Rehearsals: October 13 – December 2, 2014
Show dates: December 3 – December 23, 2014

A PLAY
Director: Bob Brunner
Stage Manager (FILLED. See need of backstage dresser)
Backstage dress two: TBD
Auditions are Sept 14 and 15, 2014
Rehearsals: December 21, 2014 – January 21, 2015
Show dates: January 22 – February 15, 2015

A MUSICAL
Director: Elizabeth Harris
Music Director: Steve Milloy
Choreographer: Kate Joos
Stage Manager: TBD
Auditions are: Nov. 2 and 3, 2014
Rehearsals: TBD
Show dates: March 12 – April 4, 2015

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Actors Needed for FFL’s FANTASTICKS

fflThree MALE roles still needed for THE FANTASTICKS; one of the fathers, Henry, and the Mute.

Auditions will be Thursday, Jan 2, at 6:30pm in the theatre at the Fairfield Community Arts Center, 411 Wessel Drive, 45014. Call 513-867-5348 for more information. THE FANTASTICKS is the third season production of Fairfield Footlighters, Fairfield’s own community theatre.

Director Tom Hansen. Music Director Darin Newcomer.Vocol Director Mark Durbin. Prepared song – bring your music! Cold readings from script. ** Please note that Henry and the Mute do not need to sing.

Rehearsals start in Jan. Production dates Feb 21-23, 28-Mar 2.

Roles:

  • Hucklebee (the Boy’s father)
  • Bellomy (the Girl’s father)
  • Henry (the Old Actor) – DOES NOT SING
  • The Mute (the Wall) – DOES NOT SING OR SPEAK

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CPI is Looking for Volunteers for Staged Reading

CPI_logoCincinnati Playwrights Initiative (CPI) is looking for volunteer actors for a staged reading of a new play at the Fifth-Third Bank Theater (Aronoff center).

TITLE: A PAIN IN THE NECK

PLAYWRIGHT: Jack Lindy M.D.

DIRECTOR: Lynne Aronson

BRIEF SYNOPSIS:
Dr. Maurice Schnellenkopfer, author of the poorly selling book “Better Bedside Manners,” is now a surgical patient with cancer.

He enters a farcical hospital world where the only thing left to do is laugh . . .

SHOW DATE: Tuesday, February 11, 2014 at 7:30

THEATER: Fifth-Third Bank Theater (Black Box).

FEMALE CHARACTER needed:
MRS. ASHES – able to play around 40-45, have a soft Irish accent, be full of herself with a go-get-em attitude and extremely proud of the job she does to bring hospitals around and into the black.

MALE CHARACTERS needed:
RESIDENTS 1- Young man who is now working in a hospital at the feet of a great surgeon, he is, however, pretty puffed up with his title of MD and a great deal of self-importance.

RESIDENTS 2 – Young man who is now working in a hospital at the feet of a great surgeon, he is, however, pretty puffed up with his title of MD and a great deal of self-importance.

INFORMATION:
We will not have a formal audition, but interested actors should send/attach their Acting Résumé and provide their headshot (JPG).

Send Résumé and headshot to Director Lynne Aronson at mlaronson@zoomtown.com; You also may call her at 513-624-8665.

Actors will remain on-book.

5 rehearsals ( Wednesdays – 7 PM) of with one will take place at the theater.

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