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Blank Canvas Theatre Presents MAKE THEM HEAR YOU: A Celebration Of Black Artistry In Musical Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 19, 2021
Blank Canvas Theatre has created a safe and socially responsible way to bring LIVE theatre back to Cleveland to celebrate and honor Black History Month! 
BorderLight Festival Returns As An Outdoor, Open Air Festival
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2021
The 'fringe' is the open submission part of the festival—application is free, deadline is March 5. As one of 100s of fringe festivals worldwide, the BorderLight Festival Fringe serves as a platform for independent artists and companies to showcase their work and engage new audiences as part of a vibrant festival environment. The festival is a paid opportunity; BorderLight provides venue and operations support, and artists are compensated through a box office split, with 70% of box office proceeds going back to artists.  
Cleveland Orchestra Youth Orchestra Announces Auditions for 2021-22 season
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2021
The Cleveland Orchestra Youth Orchestra announced that because of the ongoing pandemic, auditions for the 2021-22 season will be held by video submissions during the month of May. Only percussion auditions will be conducted in-person (following health and safety protocols, including social distancing, based on advisement of the Cleveland Clinic).
BWW Blog: In My Dreams
by Student Blogger: Josie Reynolds - February 17, 2021
At the end of the year last year, I felt good. I was super confident in coming back here. I thought it was the best choice. I missed my friends, I missed theatre, I missed going to actual classes instead of opening my laptop in my room. 
BWW Blog: Connecting with My Favorite Artists - Frosty's World #10
by Student Blogger: Laura Frost - February 17, 2021
The snow is piling up in Cleveland, so I’m lucky to have a warm dorm room to ignore homework and connect with my favorite artists.
Cleveland Public Theatre Presents DRAGON HYPOTHESIS
by BWW News Desk - February 15, 2021
Cleveland Public Theatre has announced the Zoom Premiere of Dragon Hypothesis, with text by Raymond Bobgan, jointly created by Raymond and Cleveland CORE Ensemble, and performed by Raymond Bobgan, Kat Shy, Anastasía Urozhaeva, and Eric Wloszek. Dragon Hypothesis will perform live via Zoom February 24 through March 7, 2021.
Cleveland Playhouse Announces Interim Managing Director and CFO
by BWW News Desk - February 15, 2021
Cleveland Play House has announced the leadership plan to support the 105-year-old institution's executive management for the remainder of the 2020-2021 operating season.  This plan brings to the CPH team an Interim Managing Director and a Chief Financial Officer.
BWW Blog: Marcus Martin - Gifted Beyond the Stage
by Student Blogger: Isabella Schiavon - February 11, 2021
I have no doubt you’ll soon hear his name in the industry (maybe playing one of his dream roles as the Genie in Aladdin or Hercules Mulligan in Hamilton). But for now, you can listen to his podcast and follow his very inspirational Instagram page!
Beck Center for the Arts Presents 5 x 15: FIVE WORLD PREMIERE FIFTEEN-MINUTE MUSICALS
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2021
'5 x 15: Five World Premiere Fifteen-Minute Musicals,' produced by Beck Center for the Arts.
The National Center For Choreography-Akron Receives $750,000 From The Knight Foundation For New Initiatives Of Multi-Year Strategic Plan
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2021
Kicking off its 5th anniversary year, The National Center for Choreography at The University of Akron (NCCAkron) announces a $750,000 award from The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation to support the implementation of its first strategic plan and associated initiatives.
Canton Ballet's TOUCHDOWNS AND TUTUS to Hold Annual Performance Virtually
by BWW News Desk - February 09, 2021
Canton Ballet will host its fifth annual fundraiser, Touchdowns and Tutus, as an online event March 6 at 8PM due to COVID-19 precautions. The online event will be available on Canton Ballet's and Touchdown and Tutus social media, and will be co-hosted by Megan McCrea, Matt Wintz and Canton Ballet alumnus Tommie Jenkins.
The Cleveland Orchestra Announces Honorees Of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Service Awards
by BWW News Desk - February 08, 2021
Today, The Cleveland Orchestra announced its annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Service Award recipients in a special video presented by Jeffery Weaver, Chair of The Cleveland Orchestra's Community Engagement Committee and Member of the Board of Trustees.
Cleveland Public Theatre Presents SAVORY TANHA (Sixteen Short Plays Performed by a Rotating Ensemble)
by BWW News Desk - February 05, 2021
Cleveland Public Theatre has announced the Zoom Premiere of Savory Taṇhā (sixteen short plays performed by a rotating ensemble) written by David Hansen, directed by Caitlin Lewins, and performed by David Hansen, Anne McEvoy, Zyrece Montgomery, Zach Palumbo, Brian Pedaci, and Hillary Wheelock.
Cleveland Play House Presents Next Installment of THEATRE THURSDAY: THE ART OF CONNECTION
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2021
Cleveland Play House plays matchmaker with the next installment of Theatre Thursday: The Art of Connection on Thursday, February 18, 2021 at 7:00 pm. Hosted by Artistic Director Laura Kepley, the February edition features four short plays commissioned by CPH and written by Philip Dawkins, Crystal Finn, Nandita Shenoy, and Lloyd Suh.
Cleveland Orchestra Cancels Severance Hall Concerts Through June
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2021
Today, The Cleveland Orchestra announced that due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, in order to best ensure the health and safety of musicians, staff, volunteers, and all guests (including subscribers and ticket-buyers) the Orchestra will not have audiences in Severance Hall from March to June, as originally planned.
Playhouse Square Partners to Host JUMP BACK TOGETHER to Celebrate 30th Anniversary
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2021
Playhouse Square Partners – the young professionals’ organization of Playhouse Square – is turning 30! While they would typically recognize their anniversary at the annual Jump Back Ball, the celebration will be held online this year, and everyone is invited. 
BWW Blog: My Reasons to Smile - Frosty's World #9
by Student Blogger: Laura Frost - February 01, 2021
Enjoy the latest installment of Frosty's World!
Performances Added to ...OR DOES IT EXPLODE? At Cleveland Public Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2021
Cleveland Public Theatre has announced additional performances of the Zoom adaptation of …Or Does it Explode?, written and directed by John Dayo-Aliya (CPT 2020/2021 Nord Family Foundation Playwright Fellow), performed by Austin Sasser, De Andre Hairston-Karim, and Dar'Jon Bentley.
BWW Blog: From the Dust and Ashes...
by Student Blogger: Josie Reynolds - January 29, 2021
Life will always rise from the Dust and Ashes.
BWW Blog: What I Did for Love (and Opportunity)
by Student Blogger: Isabella Schiavon - January 29, 2021
In a year of uncertainty, and fear one could argue, “it is okay to postpone your plans.” “Nothing is happening anyway.” “It’s okay. Things will happen when they happen.” And I agree with those statements. However, while many segments of our lives are on hold (leases are not getting increased, student loans are frozen, etc.), many are still running, just like my student visa deadline. 
The Cleveland Orchestra Promotes Vinay Parameswaran To Associate Conductor
by BWW News Desk - January 28, 2021
Effective immediately, The Cleveland Orchestra has announced the promotion of Vinay Parameswaran to the position of Associate Conductor and the extension of his contracts. The agreement continues Mr. Parameswaran's tenure with the Orchestra through the 2021-22 season.
BWW Blog: Return to Campus Reduces Screen Time (A Bit) - Frosty's World #8
by Student Blogger: Laura Frost - January 26, 2021
Headed back to campus after winter break has meant spending a little less time staring at a screen.
CPT Announces Virtual Winter Season: ALIVE ON LINE
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2021
Cleveland Public Theatre has announced its Winter Season: Alive On Line, which delivers on CPT's mission of raising consciousness and nurturing compassion through theatre that is daring, relevant, and socially conscious.
Verb Ballets Announces New Works for the Virtual Stage
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2021
On February 26, 2021 at 7:00pm ET Verb Ballets premieres a virtual performance, Going Solo, that features each of its dancers in a solo role. The company is honored to present José Limón’s, Dances for Isadora, in commemoration of the Limón company's 75th anniversary.
State Theatre Presents SHARE THE LOVE LIVE! VIRTUALLY
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2021
Grammy Nominated Songwriter and piano sensation Jim Brickman will continue to entertain fans in February with “Share The Love” LIVE Virtually. A portion of each ticket purchased to this LIVE event will be benefit theatres across the country.

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