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October 30, 2014 · 6:56 pm

Rodgers + Hammerstein’s CINDERELLA on sale 10/31, 9AM

THE 2013 TONY® AWARD-WINNING BROADWAY MUSICAL

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COMES TO THE ARONOFF CENTER IN CINCINNATI FROM JANUARY 6-18, 2015.

TICKETS ON SALE FRIDAY, OCTOBER 31 AT 9AM.

Photo © Carol Rosegg

Photo © Carol Rosegg

RODGERS + HAMMERSTEIN’S CINDERELLA, the 2013 Tony® Award-winning Broadway musical from the creators of South Pacific and The Sound of Music, will play the Aronoff Center for a limited engagement from January 6 – 18, 2015. Tickets for CINDERELLA go on sale Friday, October 31 at 9AM and can be purchased at the Aronoff Center Box Office downtown at 650 Walnut Street, online at CincinnatiArts.org or by phone at 513.621.ARTS.

With its fresh new take on the beloved tale of a young woman who is transformed from a chambermaid into a princess, this hilarious and romantic Rodgers + Hammerstein’s CINDERELLA combines the story’s classic elements – glass slippers, pumpkin, and a beautiful ball along with some surprising twists. More than just a pretty face with the right shoe size, this Cinderella is a contemporary figure living in a fairytale setting. She is a spirited young woman with savvy and soul who doesn’t let her rags or her gowns trip her up in her quest for kindness, compassion and forgiveness. She longs to escape the drudgery of her work at home and instead work to make the world a better place. She not only fights for her own dreams, but forces the prince to open his eyes to the world around him and realize his dreams too.

CINDERELLA has music by Richard Rodgers, lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II, a new book by Douglas Carter Beane and original book by Oscar Hammerstein II. The musical is directed by Mark Brokaw and choreographed by Josh Rhodes. Music adaptation, supervision and arrangements are by David Chase and orchestrations are by Danny Troob.

One of Rodgers + Hammerstein’s most popular titles, CINDERELLA was written for television — debuting in 1957 starring Julie Andrews. In 2013, the show made its long-overdue Broadway debut. Along withCINDERELLA, Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein’s legendary musicals include OKLAHOMA!, Carousel,The King and I, South Pacific and The Sound of Music.

Mr. Beane’s book for CINDERELLA blends masterfully with the musical’s cherished score with songs including “In My Own Little Corner,” “Impossible/It’s Possible,” “Ten Minutes Ago” and “Do I Love You Because You’re Beautiful?”

The creative team includes scenic design by Tony® Award nominee Anna Louizos, costume design by six-time Tony® Award-winner William Ivey Long, lighting design by Tony® Award-winner Kenneth Posner and sound design by Tony® Award nominee Nevin Steinberg.

The CINDERELLA tour is produced by Robyn Goodman, Jill Furman, Stephen Kocis, Edward Walson, Venetian Glass Productions, The Araca Group, Caiola Productions, Roy Furman, Peter May, Sanford Robertson, Eric Schmidt, James Spry and Blanket Fort Productions.

CINDERELLA will play the Aronoff Center from January 6 – 18: Tuesday – Thursday at 7:30PM, Friday at 8:00PM, Saturday at 2:00PM and 8:00PM and Sunday at 1:00PM and 6:30PM. Tickets for CINDERELLA start at $29. They are available at the Aronoff Center Box Office downtown at 650 Walnut Street, online atCincinnatiArts.org or by phone at 513.621.ARTS. For groups of 10 or more, contact the group sales department at 513.369.4363. Performance schedule, prices and cast are subject to change without notice. For more information, please visit www.BroadwayInCincinnati.com.

For more information please visit www.CinderellaOnBroadway.com

Fifth Third Bank Broadway in Cincinnati presented by TriHealth is committed to bringing the very best of Broadway to the Tri-State, presenting touring Broadway plays and musicals in Cincinnati since 1987. Broadway in Cincinnati is a member of the Greater Cincinnati Convention & Visitors Bureau, the Greater Cincinnati Chamber of Commerce and The Broadway League. Fifth Third Bank is the sponsor of the Cincinnati 14/15 Season and the season is presented by TriHealth. LOCAL 12 is the official television station of the 14/15 Cincinnati Season.

BROADWAY ACROSS AMERICA is part of the Key Brand Entertainment family of companies which includes Broadway.com and is operated by John Gore (Owner & CEO).  BAA is the foremost presenter of first-class touring musicals and plays in North America,operating in 40 markets.  As a leading Broadway producer, BAA is dedicated to the development and production of new and diversetheatre.  Current/upcoming productions include Beautiful, Million Dollar Quartet and Pippin. Past productions include Hairspray, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, Memphis, Promises, Promises, The Producers, Betrayal and War Horse. Broadway.com is the premier theater website for news, exclusive content and ticket sales. For more information please visit BroadwayAcrossAmerica.com and Broadway.com.

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October 30, 2014 · 6:35 pm

BUREAU OF MISSING PERSONS Runs Nov. 29-Dec. 20

Kate Glasheen as Angela, Burgess Byrd as Patrice & Sam Ray as Simon. Photo by Daniel R. Winters.

Kate Glasheen as Angela, Burgess Byrd as Patrice & Sam Ray as Simon. Photo by Daniel R. Winters.

BUREAU OF MISSING PERSONS
Presented by Know Theatre of Cincinnati
Nov. 29-Dec. 20
Over-the-Rhine

Directed by Tamara Winters

Cast: Kate Glasheen as Angela, Rico Reid as Richard, Sam Ray as Simon, Adrianne Underhill as Vivian & Burgess Byrd as Patrice

People don’t just disappear. A piece of chalk. A blue scarf. A pocketful of leaves. These clues lead Angela on a quest from her NYC apartment to a cave in Moscow to search for someone who is missing. Inspired by the stories of Borges, BUREAU OF MISSING PERSONS is a magical tale that explores how we heal.

  • Sat, Nov 29 at 8pm
  • Sun, Nov. 30 at 3pm
  • Thu-Sat, Dec. 4-6 at 8pm
  • Sun, Dec. 7 at 3pm
  • Thu-Sat, Dec. 11-13 at 8pm
  • Sun, Dec. 14 at 3pm
  • Thu-Sat, Dec. 18-20 at 8pm

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October 30, 2014 · 6:09 pm

12 ANGRY MEN Runs Nov. 13-22

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Presented by Mason Community Players
Nov. 13-22
Mason

Directed by Rich Schmaltz
Produced by Paula Johansen

Cast (Jurors 1-12): Ginny Johnson, Stefani Wolkoff, Julie Walborn, Joel Lind, Ashley Keene, Larry Catlin, Lara Gonzalez, Sarah Godsey, Gaylene May, Sonya Neff, Darren Courtney & Aaron Schmidt

The father of all courtroom dramas, 12 ANGRY MEN is an unflinching look at a jury deciding the guilt or innocence of a 19-year-old accused of fatally stabbing his father. The stakes are further raised by the knowledge that a guilty verdict will mean an automatic death sentence. What appears to be an open-and-shut case quickly explodes into a tense fight among the twelve men as they struggle to decide the ultimate fate of the accused.

  • Thu-Sat, Nov. 13-15 at 8pm
  • Thu-Sat, Nov. 20-22 at 8pm

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October 30, 2014 · 5:44 pm

CMT Announces Auditions for CRAZY FOR YOU

CMTCincinnati Music Theatre is proud to announce AUDITIONS for CRAZY FOR YOU, The New Gershwin Musical

Sunday and Monday, November 30th & December 1st, 2014
7:00 – 10:00 p.m., Clifton United Methodist Church, 3416 Clifton Avenue, Cincinnati

AUDITIONS ARE BY APPOINTMENT.

  • Each day’s Audition will be conducted in 2 groups, one at 7:00 p.m. and the other at 8:30 p.m. It is important that you arrive 15 minutes prior to the audition time and be prepared to stay for the entire 90 minutes.
  • Please reserve your time as soon as possible by emailing Ethan Chamberlain, chamberlain.ea52@gmail.com or leaving a message at 513-780-6070.  Slots will be filled on a first come, first served basis, so include your 1st and 2nd choices for audition times. PLEASE LEAVE YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION, PHONE NUMBER AND EMAIL ADDRESS, SO YOUR AUDITION TIME CAN BE CONFIRMED. AUDITION DETAILS AND FORMS WILL BE SENT TO YOU.
  • Walk-ins are welcome, but you must wait for the next available slot

PLEASE PREPARE & PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING FOR YOUR AUDITION:

  • The dance audition will be a mixed combination including some tap, but tap shoes will not be worn. Character shoes (women with heels) are preferred
  • 16-32 bars of a Broadway-style song that showcases your vocal range;
  • Sheet music in the proper key with cuts marked. An accompanist will be provided (no CD’s, tapes or a cappella numbers);
  • A copy of your resume and headshot.

Callbacks will be held on Wednesday, December 3rd at 7:00pm.

Rehearsals will tentatively begin in late January, 2015.

Production dates: May 8 – 16, 2015 at the Jarson-Kaplan Theatre of the Aronoff Center.

CRAZY FOR YOU, winner of the Tony Award for Best Musical in 1992, tells the story of Bobby Child, a well-to-do banker/playboy whose dream in life is to dance. When he is sent west to foreclose on a derelict theater, he is smitten by the daughter of the owner. In spite of the serious efforts of his mother and soon-to-be ex-fiancee, Bobby realizes his dream of dancing by putting on a show to save the theater. Memorable Gershwin tunes include I Got Rhythm, Naughty Baby, They Can’t Take That Away From Me, Embraceable you and Someone to Watch Over Me. It’s a high energy musical comedy which includes mistaken identity, plot twists, fabulous dance numbers and classic Gershwin music.

Roles include:

  • Polly Baker — postmistress in Deadrock, Nevada; a tough “All American Girl”, aged 25-35, mezzo
  • Irene Roth — New York society debutante and Bobby’s Fiance,  aged 25-33, mezzo
  • Patricia Fodor — Eugene’s sister, aged 32-50, soprano
  • Bobby Child — headstrong young banker from New York in love with musical theater, aged 30-35, baritone
  • Bela Zangler — an established theatrical producer in New York, aged 35-55, baritone
  • Eugene Fodor — an English tourist, aged 40-55, baritone
  • Everett Baker — Polly’s father, aged 50-65, baritone
  • Lank Hawkins — saloon proprietor in Deadrock, Nevada, aged 30-45, spoken
  • Mother (Mrs. Lottie Child) — Bobby’s business-oriented and controlling parent, aged 45-60, spoken
  • Perkins — Mother’s business assistant, aged 30-40, spoken
  • Tess — dance director; Zangler’s favorite, aged 22-32, spoken
  • Patsy — ditzy showgirl, aged 18-32
  • Mitzi — a principal dancer, aged 18-32
  • Elaine, Louise, Susie, Betsy, Margie, Sheila, and Vera— follies girls, aged 18-32
  • Moose — member of Cowboy Trio
  • Mingo — member of Cowboy Trio and of Male Quartet
  • Sam — member of Cowboy Trio
  • Harry — member of Male Quartet; Bartender
  • Junior — member of Male Quartet; card player
  • Wyatt — member of Male Quartet; card player
  • Ensemble of NYC Socialites, Deadrock Cowboys, Dancers and Singers
  • PRODUCERS: Kathy Beiting and Ethan Chamberlain
  • DIRECTOR: Sarah Mizelle
  • CHOREOGRAPHER: Brian Anderson
  • VOCAL DIRECTOR: Marie Kramer
  • MUSIC DIRECTOR: Charlie Wilhelm

Good seats are still available for CMT’s production of YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN, playing Nov. 7-15 at the Jarson-Kaplan Theatre of the Aronoff Center.

For tickets call 621-ARTS (2787) or order at www.cincinnatiarts.org.

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October 30, 2014 · 5:31 pm

A CHRISTMAS CAROL Runs Nov. 26-Dec. 28

Bruce Cromer as Ebenezer Scrogge & Von Eric Huhn as Tiny Tim. Photo by Sandy Underwood.

Bruce Cromer as Ebenezer Scrogge & Von Eric Huhn as Tiny Tim. Photo by Sandy Underwood.

A CHRISTMAS CAROL
Presented by Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park
Nov. 26-Dec. 28
Eden Park

Directed by Michael Evan Haney
Choreographed by Dee Anne Bryll

Cast: Ollie Corchado as Dick Wilkins, Bruce Cromer as Ebenezer Scrooge, Craig Wesley Divino as Fred, Tad Ehlers as Peter Cratchit/Gregory/Apprentice at Fezziwig’s, Joy Farmer-Clary as Belle/Catherine Margaret, Annie Fitzpatrick as Mrs. Fezziwig/Patience, Ryan Wesley Gilreath as Bob Cratchit/Schoolmaster Oxlip, Nathan E. Goodlett as George/Charles/Apprentice at Fezziwig’s, Joseph Forest Lennon Hamzy as Ignorance/Matthew/Rich Son at Fezziwig’s, Jay Hobson as Undertaker/Guest at Fezziwig’s, Dale Hodges as Ghost of Christmas Past/Mrs. Peake, Jared Joplin as Young and Mature Scrooge/Ghost of Christmas Future, Kelly Mengelkoch as Mrs. Cratchit/Laundress at Fezziwig’s, Gregory Procaccino as Jacob Marley/Old Joe, Alex Purcell as Constable at Fezziwig’s/Caroler, Delaney Ragusa as Martha Cratchit/Guest at Fezziwig’s, Douglas Rees as Mr. Fezziwig/Ghost of Christmas Present, Christopher Michael Richardson as Man with Pipe/Caroler/Guest at Fezziwig’s, Laurie Roberts as Rose/Guest at Fezziwig’s, Nick Rose as Mr. Cupp/Percy/Father at Fezziwig’s, Jordan Shaw as Want/Guest at Fezziwig’s, Ty Joseph Shelton as Tiny Tim, Kinley Brooke Soemaker as Fan/Guest at Fezziwig’s, Claire Simba as Scrubwoman(Mary) at Fezziwig’s/Caroler, Stephen Skiles as Mr. Sosser/Topper/Man with Shoe Shine/Guest at Fezziwig’s, Livvy Stubrenauch as Belinda Cratchit/Guest at Fezziwig’s, Kelsey Torstveit as Mrs. Dilber/Caroler/Guest at Fezziwig’s, Ethan Verderber as Boy Scrooge/Guest at Fezziwig’s/Bootback & D’Amante M. Wilson as Poulteress/Guest at Fezziwig’s

The Playhouse’s version of A CHRISTMAS CAROL combines faithful storytelling with spellbinding stage magic to bring to life its familiar story of a sinner given one last chance at redemption by four persuasive ghosts. Ebenezer Scrooge undergoes a miraculous Christmas Eve transformation as he views with new eyes his past, present and the possibilities of the future. As he witnesses all those who have improved his life — his first love Belle, his kindhearted employer Fezziwig, his nephew Fred and his heartily abused clerk Bob Cratchit — he realizes that it’s never too late to change his miserly ways. A CHRISTMAS CAROL’s heartwarming message, hundreds of costumes and thrilling special effects help to make the show one of the Playhouse’s most popular productions each year. A CHRISTMAS CAROL is suitable for all general audiences, including children ages 5 and older. Due to the full-length nature of the show, children younger than 5 cannot be admitted.

  • Wed, Nov. 26 at 7pm
  • Fri, Nov. 28 at 7pm
  • Sat, Nov. 29 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Sun, Nov. 30 at 2pm
  • Thu-Fri, Dec. 4-5 at 7pm
  • Sat, Dec 6 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Sun, Dec. 7 at 2pm
  • Thu-Fri, Dec. 11-12 at 7pm
  • Sat, Dec. 13 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Sun, Dec. 14 at 2pm
  • Tue-Fri, Dec. 16-19 at 7pm
  • Sat, Dec. 20 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Sun, Dec. 21 at 2pm
  • Mon, Dec. 22 at 7pm
  • Tue, Dec. 23 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Fri, Dec. 26 at 7pm
  • Sat-Sun, Dec. 27-28 at 2pm & 7pm

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