Do you love A CHRISTMAS CAROL? Do you love Klingons? Do you have great honor?
Hugo West Theatricals wants to bring the Chicago hit, A KLINGON CHRISTMAS, to Cincinnati this December.
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The Mason Community Players are in need of boys for their summer musical, THE MUSIC MAN. If you know of any boys, ages 7-12, who would be interested, please ask them to contact me, Debbie Wesolowski, 478-3058, or by email, debtheater@gmail.com.
If they want minimal commitment, they could appear only in the final scene as a member of the boys’ band. If they wish, we would be happy to have them in the other town scenes throughout the play. The play runs July 18-21, and we are in rehearsal right now.
Thanks very much!
Debbie Wesolowski
Director
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September 13 – September 29, 2013
Barefoot in the Park by Neil Simon
A Romantic Comedy directed by Roberto Henriquez, Jr.
Newlyweds Paul, a buttoned-down lawyer, and Corie, his free-spirit wife, have a passionate relationship. But dealing with their tiny fifth floor walk-up, a nosy neighbor who lives in the attic, a loopy mother and bad plumbing leads to loads of laughs and learning to live and love.
November 8 – November 24, 2013
The Lion In Winter by James Goldman
A Dramatic Comedy directed by Dee Dunn
Set during Christmas 1183, this epic story plays out the spectacular strategies for power and love between two of England’s most formidable and yet very human rulers, King Henry II and Queen Eleanor of Aquitaine, and their three sons, hungry for the crown. Motivated by spite as well a sense of duty, Henry and Eleanor maneuver against each other to position their favorite son in line for succession.
January 10 – January 26, 2014
A Little Night Music with Music and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, Book by Hugh Wheeler
A Musical Celebration of Love directed by Skip Fenker
A captivating tale of romance and loss. Desirée has always captured the hearts of men. When both of her lovers-and their wives-show up for a weekend in the country, the boundless possibilities of an old romance and newly awakened passions bring endless surprises and reminds us that the best dance is done with a partner you love. One of Sondheim’s most beautiful works features the bittersweet classic, Send In The Clowns.
March 7 – March 23, 2014
The Last Romance by Joe DiPietro
A Tender Romantic Comedy directed by Mike Morehead
A story that mixes heartbreak with humor and opera with laughter, ponders the question “Am I too old for romance?” On an ordinary day in a routine life, Ralph takes a different path – one that leads him to an unexpected second chance at love. As he attempts to woo the elegant, but distant, Carol, Ralph embarks on the trip of a lifetime, and regains a happiness that seemed all but lost.
May 9 – May 25, 2014
Murder By The Book by Duncan Greenwood and Robert King
A Comedy-Thriller directed by jef Brown
This inventive British thriller unfolds with a series of macabre twists and countless red herrings. A mystery writer indulges in vitriolic, yet witty word duels with his estranged wife — punctuated by a gunshot. An amateur detective from the next flat attempts to solve the murder before calling the police. More deadly games are in store when the tables are turned more than once.
July 11 – July 27, 2014
Seeing Stars in Dixie by Ron Osborn
A Sassy Southern Comedy directed by Norma Niinemets
It’s 1956 and Hollywood has arrived in Natchez, Mississippi to film Raintree County. The locals gather in Clemmie’s Tea Room to keep up with the gossip. Competition for a small role in the movie brings out the best and worst of these memorable characters. Twists, turns and revelations lead Clemmie to trade a moment of fame for love and the chance to impact the lives of people dear to her.
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The Playhouse will hold auditions on Saturday, June 22, for children interested in performing in the 2013 production of A Christmas Carol. Performances of the show will take place this year from Nov. 27 to Dec. 29.
Nine area children will be cast to fill speaking and non-speaking parts in the annual production. Roles are available for boys and girls ages 8 to 13 years old. Additionally, the part of Tiny Tim requires a boy 6 to 8 years of age. Those cast in previous productions of A Christmas Carol will need to audition again to be considered for this year’s show. To be eligible, children must not turn 14 before Dec. 30, 2013.
Children should submit a resume of any experience to the Playhouse, along with a photograph (a good quality school or family photo is acceptable). The resume and photo must be submitted again even if they have been sent in the past, and the resume must indicate exact birth date and height. At the audition, children will be asked to share a one-minute monologue, story or poem with an English accent.
Headshots and resumes should be sent to:
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park
ATTN: AUDITIONS
c/o Michael Haney
P. O. Box 6537
Cincinnati, OH 45206
OR emailed to auditions@cincyplay.com
To be considered, all photos and resumes must be received at the Playhouse by June 10 and include an email address. Those selected to audition will be contacted by telephone to schedule specific times. All auditions will be held at the Playhouse.
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Simon Powell as Roman, Carey Parsons as Rita & Blair Bowman as Chris. Photo by Mikki Schaffner.
IN WHICH I SET MYSELF ON FIRE presented by Cincinnati Group Theatre as part of the 2013 Cincinnati Fringe Festival. Click here for the show description, a list of show times, links to local media coverage and other reviews.
I think it’s great to see new works by local playwrights at the Fringe Festival. One entry this year is NKU-grad Hayley Powell’s new play IN WHICH I SET MYSELF ON FIRE.
For the most part, I found the script to be solid and it held my interest throughout. Director Brandon Moore guides a strong ensemble (Robyn Novak as Sylvia, Simon Powell as Roman, Blair Bowman as Chris and Carey Parsons as Rita) well in the confined space. The blocking made good use of the playing area and had a sense of purpose. Emotionally the scenes felt right. Sylvia and Chris’ confrontation scene was a personal favorite. Also the cast seems to have done some in-depth research on how to act drunk. 🙂
Carey Parsons as Rita, Blair Bowman as Chris, Simon Powell as Roman & Robyn Novak as Sylvia. Photo by Mikki Schaffner.
I wasn’t sure on the time frame involved. I understand the main three were college friends, but how long after college are the scenes taking place?
Live cellist Cole Guillian accompanies the play and at times it is very effective. In a couple of scenes, as he started to play, my first thought was that someone’s cell phone was going off.
I’m not sure what the next step is for this work but I could see it expanded into a full length play. What follows are some observations for whatever their worth. I was a bit unclear about Rita (BTW Parsons gave great face throughout the show). She was a friend to Sylvia, but didn’t seem to interact much with the other characters.
The issue of catholic-guilt seemed a little light. Heaven and hell aren’t just Catholic concepts and with audience members not being Catholic, you may have to provide a bit more exposition for them regarding the guilt.
Additional lines or scenes to better help understand Chris & Roman’s relationship , why Roman and Sylvia ever got married at all, and a bit more resolution to Chris and Sylvia’s relationship after the big confrontation.
Overall a very promising start on a new work from a new organization.
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