Ages 13 to 21: you're next! Grab a friend and come audition May 22, 23 or 24 for our summer show, Hairspray. No experience or preparation necessary! Relaxed, friendly, group-oriented audition begins promptly at 7:00; arrive 15 min. early to register. Click at left for more details.

Ragtime's last performances are May 18 & 19 at 7:30 and May 20 at 3 p.m. Click at left for tickets and info, or call 216-961-6391 weekdays between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. See a behind-the-scenes video here. "Should I bring the kids?" Our blog offers thoughts. Already saw the show? Please take our audience survey.

Our spring appeal, now in the mail, pictures four NWT participants. Here are their video testimonials and more.

Visit the Near West Theatre stage on Sat., June 9, 2 to 9 p.m., at Discover Gordon Square Arts District Day, W. 67th St. & Detroit Ave.

Recent coverage in the blogosphere: a Ragtime night out at Why CLE? and a review and article at CoolCleveland on the power of our ongoing work. Plus: visit our own blog!