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May 18, 2012 · 4:11 pm

MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING runs June 15-24

MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING
Presented by Xenia Area Community Theater
June 15-24
Xenia 

A romantic comedy about simple misunderstandings that turn into serious accusations, particularly when jealousy and deceit are involved. The plot revolves around two pairs of lovers, Beatrice and Benedick and Claudio and Hero. The story focuses on obstacles to the union of the two young lovers – Claudio and Hero. The love-hate relationship of Beatrice and Benedick features the traditional war of the sexes. Benedick thinks he hates Beatrice but really loves her and Beatrice who thinks she hates Benedick but really loves him. –StageAgent.com

Directed by Lisa Howard-Welch

Cast: Tony Copper as Don Pedro, Josh Katawick as Benedick, Jon Hung as Ensemble, Jared Mola as Claudio, Jon Dowler as Ensemble, John Bukowski as Leonato, Cher Collins as Antonia, Kathleen Day as Dogberry, James Michael Fazio as Verges, Juliet Howard-Welch as Beatrice, Elizabeth Dillard as Hero, Katie Paeg as Ensemble, Austin Smith as Don John, Michelle Graham as Conrade, John Fredland as Borachio, UOfaname Eguaroje as Ursula, Lisa Bernheim as Margaret, Jacinda Bridger as Balthasar, Nathan Hudson as Friar, Anthony Chiles as Sexton, Patrick Taylor as Messenger, Quillin Stocker as Ensemble & Danielle Schroeder as Ensemble

  • Fri-Sat, June 15-16 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, June 17 at 3pm
  • Fri-Sat, June 22-23 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, June 24 at 3pm

Official page | Online ticketing | FaceBook event |

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May 18, 2012 · 3:58 pm

CHICAGO runs June 15-24

CHICAGO
Presented by Beavercreek Community Theatre
June 15-24
Beavercreek

Reviews: Dayton Most Metro |

In roaring twenties Chicago, Chorine Roxie Hart murders a faithless lover and convinces her hapless husband Amos to take the rap, until he finds out he’s been duped and turns on Roxie. Convicted and sent to death row, Roxie and another “Merry Murderess” Velma Kelly, vie for the spotlight and the headlines, ultimately joining forces in search of the “American Dream”: fame, fortune and acquittal. This sharp edged satire features a dazzling score that sparked immortal staging by Bob Fosse. Chicago is the winner of six Tony Awards including Best Revival and later the Academy Award as Best Picture of the Year.

Directed by Chris Harmon
Music directed by Ben Spencer
Choreographed by Annette Looper

Cast: Tina de Alderete as Velma Kelly, Katie Kerry as Roxie Hart, Dean Swan as Billy Flynn, Michael Shannon as Amos Hart, Monique Hobbs as Matron Mama Morton, Bobby Mitchum as Mary Sunshine, Sandra Hyde as Liz (Pop), Adrianne Krauss as Annie (Six), Elizabeth Betts as June (Squish), Mary Stoughton as Hunyak (Uh Uh), Arizona  Craycraft as Mona (Lipschitz), Jordan Duvall as Fred Casely, Matt Owens as Harry / Harrison, RJ Steck as Tailor / Bailiff / Clerk, Michael Stockstill as Aaron / Doctor / Judge & Malcolm Walker as Sgt Fogerty / Foreman

  • Fri, June 15 at 8pm
  • Sat, June 16 at 3pm & 8pm
  • Sun, June 17 at 3pm
  • Fri, June 22 at 8pm
  • Sat, June 23 at 3pm & 8pm
  • Sun, June 24 at 3pm

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May 18, 2012 · 3:45 pm

NEXT TO NORMAL runs June 15-July 1

NEXT TO NORMAL
Presented by Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati
June 15-July 1
Over-the-Rhine 

Reviews: Enquirer | CityBeat | Broadway World Cincinnati |

The Goodmans seem like a perfect family. The only problem is that sometimes mom seems, well…a little too happy. Fresh from a remarkable Broadway run comes one of the most lauded musicals of the new century! With provocative lyrics and an electrifying score that includes more than 30 original songs, this thrilling, emotional powerhouse of a musical is a story about the stop/start life of a bipolar mother as she rides the sharp edge between coping and insanity.
Content Advisory: This production contains strong language and adult themes and may not be suitable for all audiences.

Directed by D. Lynn Meyers
Choreographed by Patti James

Cast: Jessica Hendy as Diana, Bruce Cromer as Dan, Mia Gentile as Natalie, Michael Schwitter as Gabe, Nick Cearley as Henry & Charlie Clark as Dr. Madden/Dr. Fine

  • Fri, June 15 at 8pm
  • Sat, June 16 at 8pm
  • Sun, June 17 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Tue-Thu, June 19-21 at 7:30pm
  • Fri, June 22 at 8pm
  • Sat, June 23 at 2pm & 8pm
  • Sun, June 24 at 2pm
  • Tue-Thu, June 26-28 at 7:30pm
  • Fri, June 29 at 8pm
  • Sat, June 30 at 2pm & 8pm
  • Sun, July 1 at 2pm

Official page with online ticketing | FaceBook event | Sept. production page | Goldstar discount |

Local media coverage: WVXU interview | Enquirer article |

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May 18, 2012 · 3:22 pm

Playhouse Musical Improv Classes

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. Matthew Loren Cohen was hired in 2009 by Chicago’s famed Second City to music direct a revue aboard Norwegian Cruise Lines’ Gem. Since that time, he has worked steadily for the Second City, including music directing and writing music for Second City revues at such regional theaters as Arizona Theatre Company, Baltimore’s Centerstage, Actors Theatre of Louisville and Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park.

Basics of Musical Improvisation, June 2 and June 9, 9:30 AM – 12 PM, with Matthew Loren Cohen. For registration information, visit http://ticketing.cincyplay.com/auxiliary/auxlisting.aspx.

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May 18, 2012 · 3:08 pm

First Staged Production of THE WHISTLER to Premiere at New Cincinnati Theater Space

First production at new multi-purpose theater space in the heart of downtown Cincinnati premieres May 24, 2012 

CINCINNATI –Producers Tim Waldrip, Carol Brammer and Paul Baerman are proud to present THE WHISTLER, written by Mr. Baerman, directed by Mr. Waldrip, and starring Actors Equity Association member Michael G. Bath. The cast also includes Carol Brammer, Tony Davis, Carter Bratton, Gerri Sutyak, and Michael Wolfe. Performances begin May 24, 2012 at the new Speakeasy Theatre, 815 Race St.

THE WHISTLER takes place in 1965 in an unnamed Southern city where the neighbors enjoy running pickaninnies off the road. With the Andy Griffith Show in its fifth season, professional whistler Henry has a steady royalty income though he hasn’t worked in years. His wife wants to move to New York to further her career as a page-turner; his 14-year old son wants to undermine the military-industrial complex, and for his parents to stop quarreling. Enter an edgy washed-up trumpet player who is drawn by Henry’s talent but reluctant to show himself; he’s been burned by white men too many times before. But he may be the one person whose heart is as pure and terrible as Henry’s own.

Making its premiere in Cincinnati, which was chosen because of the city’s complex racial history – making it a particularly appropriate setting for a play set amid the tensions of the Civil Rights movement – THE WHISTLER will be staged at the brand new Speakeasy Theatre. Located in the heart of downtown Cincinnati, near the Cincinnati Shakespeare Company and just across from The Phoenix, the Speakeasy Theatre is an exciting new multi-purpose venue that will not only be used for theater performances but also rehearsals, art showings, and music performances.

Performances are May 24-June 10 at 8 P.M. Tickets are $15 and are available at http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/247074.

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