Monthly Archives: May 2012

PIP Offers Improv Workshops with Second City Cast

Playhouse in the Park is offering improvisation workshops with the cast of SECOND CITY DOES CINCINNATI 2: MORE PRIDE, LESS PORK.

This spring and summer, cast members of Second City will be offering improvisation workshops for interested actors of all levels, from novices to experienced improvisers. Whether you are polishing your performance skills or exploring something new, you will have a great time, in a fun, fast-paced, and encouraging environment.

Class Schedule:

  • Improvisation for the Non-Actor 1, May 14, 8-9:30PM
  • Improvisation for the Non-Actor 2, May 21, 8-9:30PM
  • Basics of Musical Improvisation, June 2 and June 9, 9:30AM-12PM
  • Building a Character through Improvisation, June 11, 6:30-9PM
  • Improvisation for Teens, June 11, 6:30-9PM
  • The First Two Minutes, June 16, 9:30 AM – 12PM
  • Long-Form Improvisation, June 25, 6:30-9PM

For registration details, visit http://ticketing.cincyplay.com/auxiliary/psDetail.aspx?psn=13282

Note: If you’re interested in any of these classes, act soon. When these classes were offered the last time the Second City cast was in town, registrations filled up quickly.

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SBM Seeks Actor for Officer O’Hara in ARSENIC AND OLD LACE

The Showboat Majestic is seeking one male actor to play the role of Officer O’Hara (cameo), the determined police officer who is also an aspiring playwright in ARSENIC AND OLD LACE.

Actors may read for the role: Thursday, May 3rd (most of the day), Friday, May 4th (most of the day), Saturday, May 5th @ 5 pm or Sunday, May 6th @ 4 pm. If interested, please contact Jennifer Perrino at jenniferperrino@covedalecenter.com or 513.241.6550.

Please Note: If conflicts are numerous, this show will not be a good fit.

Rehearsals will take place at the Covedale Center for the Performing Arts (4490 Glenway Avenue) until it’s time to move aboard the Showboat. Rehearsals will begin Monday, May 14, 2012. Rehearsals will run Sunday 6:00 to 9:30 pm. and Monday thru Friday 6:30 to 10:00 pm. Not all cast required at all rehearsals – it will be based on the specific rehearsal schedule.

*Please note: Rehearsal dates are subject to finalization based upon cast selections/availability. You may not miss the last five rehearsals.

Rehearsal schedule:

  • Mon-Fri, May 14-18
  • Sun-Fri, May 20-25
  • Sun-Fri, May 27-June 1 (No rehearsal on May 28)
  • Sun-Fri, June 3-8. (May not miss/run could go late on June 7 & 8)
  • Sun, June 10 – Tech; Mon, June 11 – Dress; Tue, June 12-Final dress ( (May not miss/run could go late)

Compete Performance Dates::

  • Wed. June 13th – Thurs. June 14th – Fri. June 15th – Sat. June 16th – Sun. June 17th
  • Wed. June 20th – Thurs. June 21st – Fri. June 22nd – Sat. June 23rd – Sun. June 24th
  • Wed. June 27th – Thurs. June 28th – Fri. June 29th – Sat. June 30th – Sun. July 1st

Performances run Wednesday – Saturday at 8:00 pm and Sunday at 2:00 pm.
*Please note: There are TWO performances on Sunday, June 24th 2pm and 7pm.

Important Audition Information: You will be asked to read from the script.

Performer receive stipends as follows: $250.00 to $600.00 – Performers are compensated within this range. This is the full amount paid at the end of the final performance.

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BAND GEEKS! runs May 31-June 17

TRIPTYCH by Kaye Carlile.

BAND GEEKS!
Presented by Human Race Theatre Company
May 31-June 17
Dayton

Reviews: Talkin’ Broadway | Dayton City Paper | Dayton Most Metro |

A new musical. The Cuyahoga Marching Beavers are 75 trombones short of a Music Man, and there’s only one cornet left, but while the band may be close to extinction, its spirit isn’t. BAND GEEKS! is a rousing Glee with instruments, a tribute to the tribulations of the millions who have spent football halftimes pounding out Sousa-like renditions of “Maria.” If you were ever in a school band, ever knew someone in a school band, even ever heard a school band, you’ll recognize the woes and revel in the fun of Band Geeks!

Directed and choreographed by Greg Hellems
Music directed by Scot Woolley
Produced by Kevin Moore

Cast: Sarah Agar as Nicole, John Robert Armstrong as Mr. Hornsby, Tyler J. Baranski as Alvin, Dane C. Becker as Understudy, Richard Cerato as Spitz, Zach Cossman as Jake, John Fisher as Stewart, Liz Fye as Natalia, Jennifer Joplin as Principal Dixon, Mykal Kilgore as Elliot, Katie Klaus as Laura, Jon Kovach as Kyle & Jennifer Roehm as Molly

  • Thu-Sat, May 31-June 2 at 8pm
  • Sun, June 3 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Tue, June 5 at 7pm
  • Wed-Sat, June 6-9 at 8pm
  • Sun, June 10 at 2pm
  • Wed-Sat, June 13-16 at 8pm
  • Sun, June 17 at 2pm

Official page | Online ticketing | FaceBook event |

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YOU’RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN runs June 1-9

YOU’RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN
Presented by Falcon Theatre
June 1-9
Newport

YOU’RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN tells the story of an average day in the life of the famous comic strip child hero, Charlie Brown. The audience is introduced to the whole Peanuts gang: Patty, Shroeder, Lucy and Snoopy. All of the characters share their observations, largely negative, of Charlie Brown. As the play progresses, the relationships of the Peanuts characters to one another are further expanded. Lucy is infatuated with Schroeder and takes great pleasure in tormenting Charlie Brown. Linus loves his blanket. Snoopy lives in his rich imagination. Charlie Brown is in love with a mysterious little, redheaded girl. –StageAgent.com
Receive $5 off your ticket price if you bring a new blanket to the show. All blankets will be donated to Project Linus, a charity which provides blankets to children with illnesses or other special needs. Call the Falcon Theatre ticket line and mention your blanket donation to receive your discount.

Directed by Jennifer Richardson
Music directed by Timothy Smile
Vocal direction by Missy Whitis
Choreography by Lindsey Morgan Huffaker

Cast: Bryan Greaves as Charlie Brown, Elizabeth Molloy as Lucy, Jeffrey Surber as Linus, Dustin Baird as Snoopy, Brittany Smile as Sally, James Havey as Schroeder & Tasha Boeckmann as the Featured Dancer

  • Fri-Sat, June 1-2 at 8pm
  • Sun, June 3 at 2pm
  • Thu-Sat, June 7-9 at 8pm

Official page | Online ticketing | FaceBook event | Goldstar discount |

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Volunteers Needed for Enchanted Story Woods

Hi all!

Anyone is interested in helping to mount a brand new outdoor event in the fall? Enchanted Story Woods is a project in conjunction with the the Delhi Park System and will take place at Story Woods in Delhi Township. It will be a family walk-through event that features historical and legendary characters, music and community interaction. The project needs writers, actors, technical crew (lighting and sound designers, etc) and other volunteers. If interested in learning more about this proposed yearly event, contact Mark Depenbrock at 513.488.0689.

Thanks!
Helen Ann Swartwout

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