Austin Pendleton to grace Beck Center stage: Strong Points

Legendary actor Austin Pendleton, right, with Chris Bohan, rehearsing "Broadway Bound" at Beck Center for the Arts. (Photo Courtesy of Beck Center for the Arts)

LAKEWOOD, Ohio -- Beck Center for the Arts is pleased to announce that stage legend Austin Pendleton will star in Neil Simon’s “Broadway Bound,” its first production of the 2021-2022 Professional Theater Season.

The production, which runs Sept. 10 through Oct. 3, will be performed in the newly named Senney Theater. The new name is in recognition of Wally and Joyce Senney for their extraordinarily generous gift of over $1 million for the Creating Our Future capital campaign.

Produced by Scott Spence, now in his 31st season with Beck Center, and directed by William Roudebush, this comedy is sure to ease patrons back into the comfort of live theater.

Roudebush says of returning to the theater in Lakewood, “I was born in 1949, the same year ‘Broadway Bound’ takes place. I became a thespian at Rocky River High School in 1964, the same year Neil Simon’s most famous play, ‘The Odd Couple,’ opened on Broadway.

“Over the years, I have directed at least 15 productions penned by the greatest comic genius of our time, Neil Simon. So, after a solid 18 months of quarantine and isolation from what I love the most, this production of ‘Broadway Bound’ is the perfect coming-out party for me.

“His comic rhythms were born into my soul, and I can’t wait for them to play out in front of a play-starved audience. It’s the perfect ‘welcome back’ for all of us!”

In anticipation of welcoming theater patrons back to the Senney Theater, Beck Center made a number of investments in the HVAC and air filtration system to provide a safe environment.

For complete information on show times and ticket prices, visit beckcenter.org.

All performances are at the Senney Theater inside Beck Center for the Arts, 17801 Detroit Ave. in Lakewood. Free onsite parking is available. For more information, visit beckcenter.org.

Addiction treatment: NewVista Behavioral Health, a provider of behavioral health and addiction treatment, nears completion of its newest forward-thinking residential treatment center for drug and alcohol addiction, Ethan Crossing Addiction Treatment of Cleveland.

Located at 20611 Euclid Ave., Euclid, Ethan Crossing of Cleveland is expected to start welcoming patients in early September. The 130-bed contemporary healing environment is designed to enhance the overall treatment experience, emphasize the focus of sustainable sobriety and to promote lifelong recovery and wellness.

Ethan Crossing Addiction Treatment of Cleveland combines innovative therapies with passionate care to provide the full continuum of care for adults, including full detoxification, residential treatment, partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient programs.

“We are extremely proud to bring an all-encompassing addiction treatment campus to the Cleveland region,” said CEO Isaac Rosedale. “We have invested more than $10 million in Ethan Crossing of Cleveland, creating a contemporary, hospitality-like environment.

“Our aim is to be the largest destination for addiction treatment in all of Cleveland, truly making a dent in the opioid crisis. Too many people are losing loved ones, and there is help out there. We are answering the call.”

To celebrate, Ethan Crossing of Cleveland is hosting a ceremonial ribbon cutting and open house, including self-guided tours of the state-of-the-art facility; amenities such as the fitness center, library and movie room; and serene outdoor dining spaces.

The event will take place onsite from 2 to 6 p.m. Sept. 1. Health and safety protocols will follow Cuyahoga County guidance at the time of the event.

Library lineup: Note that the following September 2021 events are being held on Zoom virtually and presented by the Strongsville Branch Library. Registration and email address are required for all events in order to send you the Zoom invitation.

Call 440- 238-5530 to register or for more information. You may also visit www.cuyahogalibrary.org to register and to see more library event information.

· Cuyahoga Works: Need help with your resume or interview skills? A Cuyahoga Works career counselor will be at the Strongsville Branch from 1 to 5 p.m. Thursdays to meet with individuals in need of job search assistance. For more information, visit https://cuyahogalibrary.org/Services/Cuyahoga-Works.aspx. To schedule an appointment, call 216-475-2225.

· English as a Second Language: In person, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays. Aspire Greater Cleveland is once again teaching classes to help non-native speakers to learn English and validate their skills. Students must attend an ESOL/Citizenship orientation session before beginning ESOL or citizenship classes. Call Aspire at 833.277.4732 to register.

· Computer Classes: The Cuyahoga County Public Library offers computer classes for beginners to advanced. Classes are currently being held virtually using the program Screenleap, which requires a web browser and an internet connection. There is no additional software to download. Google Chrome is the recommended browser.

A valid email address is required for registration. Registrants will receive an email with a link to join the class at least an hour before the start time. Registration opens 30 days before the start of the class and closes prior to the start of the class.

To see a full class list, descriptions and to register, visit https://www.cuyahogalibrary.org/Events/Computer-Classes/Virtual-Classes.aspx.

· Take & Make at Home Crafts: Stop by the Strongsville Branch to see what the current take-it-and-make-it craft of the month is for all ages. Each month the Youth, Teen and Adult departments are offering free craft kits to take home, while supplies last.

Let the Strongsville community know what is going on with your organization, church, school, business or family. Email me at shirleymac48@att.net.

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