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September 21, 2014 · 11:26 am

THE SEARCH FOR TINKER DOYLE Runs Oct. 10-18

TCP_logoTHE SEARCH FOR TINKER DOYLE
Presented by Tri-County Players
Oct. 10-18
Sharonville

Directed by Connie Bishop

Cast: Kent Wrampelmeier as Charlie McConnell, Peggy Allen as Eleanor McConnell, Patricia Mullins as Charlotte McConnell, Alan Kootsher as Paddy O’Leary, Sharon Buchtman as Mrs. O., Rammi Esreb as Jack O’Leary, Bob Brunner as Tinker Doyle-, Gregory Charles Vaughan as Father James, Jeremy Spitzig as Surgenor, Josh Roden as Adair, Bob Buchtman as Mahood, & Tim Schneider as Man #1

This Ohio Premier of an original comedy will have you feeling you made an actual visit to Ireland.  Follow our fictitious Mayor of Sharonville, Ohio, Charlie McConnell, as he takes his wife on a 30th anniversary trip to Carrickfergus in Northern Ireland.  He’s conducting a little business in trying to secure Carrickfergus as a Sister City to Sharonville and as a bonus give his wife a vacation.  In true Irish fashion there is more to the story as wife; Eleanor has some plans of her own.  Who is this mysterious Tinker Doyle that she is looking for and what other interesting things are happening in this small Irish town?

Come enjoy the antics of the Irish pub goers along with Irish musicians and the McGing Irish dancers as Eleanor searches for Tinker Doyle!

  • Fri-Sat, Oct. 10-11 at 8pm
  • Sun, Oct. 12 at 3pm
  • Fri-Sat, Oct. 17-18 at 8pm

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September 19, 2014 · 4:05 pm

SHERLOCK HOLMES AND THE ADVENTURE OF THE SUICIDE CLUB Review

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The cast. Photo by Sandy Underwood.

The cast. Photo by Sandy Underwood.

SHERLOCK HOLMES AND THE ADVENTURE OF THE SUICIDE CLUB presented by Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park through Oct. 4. Click here for more information on the production.

Set in 1914 London, with an aging, world-weary Sherlock Holmes, the game is definitely afoot in this successful, light-hearted mystery.

The Club Secretary (Tonya Beckman makes a bold move on Sherlock Holmes (Steven Hauck). Photo by Sandy Underwood.

The Club Secretary (Tonya Beckman makes a bold move on Sherlock Holmes (Steven Hauck). Photo by Sandy Underwood.

Steven Hauck as Holmes, heads a strong ensemble that handily brings these diverse (and at times, quirky) characters to life. Hauck ‘s look and temperament reminds me of bit of Peter Capaldi as the new Doctor Who. I like how his impatience, mainly with himself, ends up directed at others. Tonya Beckman as Club Secretary brought a fun energy to the character and an appropriate sense of showmanship to the role. Always a treat to see local actress Dale Hodges on stage, serving as Holmes’ put-upon housekeeper Mrs. Hudson and haunty Lucy O’Malley.

Accents worked well for the most part, although I did have problems understanding the heavy accents of characters Christaiane de LBegassier & Inspector Micklewhite when things got heated.

Sherlock Holmes (Steven Hauck) holds Inspector Micklewhite (Aaron Christensen) at bay in the electrifying new whodunit. Photo by Sandy Underwood.

Sherlock Holmes (Steven Hauck) holds Inspector Micklewhite (Aaron Christensen) at bay in the electrifying new whodunit. Photo by Sandy Underwood.

A great asset to the production is the set designed by Wilson Chin. The bridge and stonework did much to convey the city of London. while the wood flooring and upstage doors worked well for the multiple indoor locations. Smart use of the raising platform and the flying in of different lighting apparatus kept the pacing up during the scene changes.

Projections by Alex Koch worked well in giving movement to the heavy set. I also liked how projections were used to allow audience members to get a “good look” at several clues as they were discussed.

One thing I was confused about was the time that passed between Suicide Club meetings. They seemed to happen so frequently that I’m surprised Mr. Williams survived a year.

My rating: 3.75 out of 5

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September 19, 2014 · 1:56 pm

BAGGAGE CLAIM: Unpacking My Shit on Oct. 10

J2M_Baggage ClaimBAGGAGE CLAIM: Unpacking My Shit
Presented by Juan 2 Many Productions
Oct. 10
Over-the-Rhine

A “coming out” cabaret performance after almost 5 years (can you believe it?) in hiatus. Along with Special Guest local actor and musician Sherry McCamley, Juan-Carlos (JC) Diaz is proud to share with you his journey and CRAZY adventures that have led up to this One Night Only Performance. Please consider joining him as “Unpacks” years of laughter, joy, tears, fears and well.. unmentional, unadulterated behavior.

  • Fri, Oct. 10 at 8pm

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September 19, 2014 · 1:08 pm

MOON OVER BUFFALO Runs Oct. 3-11

TROY_Moon Over BuffaloMOON OVER BUFFALO
Presented by Troy Civic Theatre
Oct. 3-11
Troy

Charlotte and George Hay are on tour in Buffalo in 1953 with a repertory consisting of Cyrano de Bergerac “revised, one nostril version” and Noel Coward’s Private Lives, when they receive word that they might just have one last shot at stardom: Frank Capra is coming to town to see their matinee.

  • Fri-Sat, Oct. 3-4 at 8pm
  • Sun, Oct. 4 at 2pm
  • Fri-Sat, Oct. 10-11 at 8pm

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September 19, 2014 · 12:46 pm

TDW Seeks Directors for 2015-2016 Season

TDW_VERTThe Drama Workshop is scheduling director interviews for the 2015 – 2016 season.  We will produce a season consisting of 4-5 shows at the Glenmore Playhouse beginning in the fall of 2015.

TDW has a list of 15 plays that are under consideration by the TDW board for the 2015 – 2016 season. We encourage potential directors to read any or all of the plays under consideration. To obtain the list of plays contact Gretchen Gantner (contact info below). It is not necessary to read all of the plays to apply for a directorship.

***We are asking our director candidates to pitch one additional “wild card” show of his/her choosing, suitable for attracting a wide audience in our theater space. These can be a holiday show, musical, comedy, drama, children’s show etc, but should be of a big-draw, widely known caliber. ***

We are asking that interested potential directors attend a scheduled interview at The Glenmore Playhouse.

Interviews will be conducted in mid October. Should you wish to obtain copies of scripts under consideration and/or schedule an interview time, please contact Gretchen Gantner at (513) 470-5516 or at GRoose1876@aol.com.

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