Beachwood Community Theater presents SHREK David A. Kulwicki, Esq. Howard D. Mishkind, Esq. Eric L. Sofer as Shrek, Korinne Courtwright as Fiona and Eugene Sumlin as Donkey. eachwood Community Theater celebrates its 31st season by bringing everyone’s favorite ogre to Beachwood in the hilarious “Shrek The Musical.” This TONY Award-winning fairy tale adventure brings all the beloved characters from the film to life on stage. See how this unlikely hero, alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a feisty princess, prove that beauty is truly in the eye of the ogre. Director Jill Koslen-Freireich loves to refer to Shrek as the greatest fairytale that never was, a fairytale that celebrates individuality. Each character is shunned for being different however, it is discovered that what makes them different is what makes them special. Shrek the Musical shares a beautiful lesson in tolerance and acceptance. Complementing this message of acceptance, the cast will donate all candy-sale profits to three very special organizations: The Friendship Circle, Autism Speaks and Smiles, hoping to create happily ever afters for many other children in northeast Ohio and beyond. For show times and additional information, see City Council Update on page 32. Leslie A. Klausner, R.N., B.S.N. Deborah J. Carr, R.N., LNHA, LNCC, MBA Personal Injury Attorneys That Truly Care About You! n We Get Your Questions Answered n Serious Personal Injury Or Wrongful Death? We Want To Help! n Call Or Email For A No-Cost, No-Obligation Consultation Mishkind Law Firm Co., L.P.A., one of Ohio’s leading plaintiff litigation firms, conveniently located in Beachwood, Ohio. Mr. Mishkind and Mr. Kulwicki have a combined 60 years of experience in and out of the courtroom representing the injured in Ohio. • Ohio Super Lawyer since 2006 • Best Lawyers in America • AV-Rated by Martindale-Hubbell • Co-Author of Book on “Injured in an Accident” • Former Adjunct Professor of Law B We have a team of nurses and attorneys that are here to help you and your loved ones when serious injury or tragedy strikes. Mention you saw us in the Beachwood Buzz! Transformative Toastmasters T oastmasters is an international organization that is designed to help people overcome their fear of public speaking. It provides a supportive and positive learning experience to develop communication skills. All are welcome and encouraged to attend! Transformative Toastmasters, the local club, meets every Tuesday evening, 6:30-8 p.m., inside Heights Christian Church, 17300 Van Aken Boulevard, Shaker Heights. For more information, contact Janet Wasserman at japawa1@aol.com. 23240 Chagrin Blvd. | Suite 101 | Commerce Park IV Beachwood, OH 44122 P: 216-595-1900 | F: 216-595-1633 hmishkind@mishkindlaw.com www.mishkindlaw.com December 2014 n Beachwood Buzz 13