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December 18, 2016 · 11:54 am

2016 CYPT Alumni Awards

CYPT_logoEvery year at the Benefit, several notable alumni are recognized for their contributions to the organization or as great ambassadors after their years in CYPT.

Two award recipients are being announced in advance of the Party and two – the Hall of Fame voting winners – will be announced at the event.

It is with great pleasure that we honor the following:

Jen Martin
CYPT Founder’s Award

This award recognizes outstanding contributions to the success and long term development of Cincinnati Young People’s Theatre and Cincinnati Landmark Productions. Jen Martin was CYPT’s choreographer for 7 summers. Her tremendous work was featured in Children of Eden, Anything Goes, The Pajama Game, Godspell, Crazy for You, and more. Plus, she choreographed multiple CLP shows at the Showboat Majestic and Covedale seasons. As a CYPT performer, Jen danced in Jesus Christ Superstar and Joseph… Dreamcoat, as well as performing in multiple shows in CLP season shows.

Previous honorees: Mark Mueller, Tony Hungler, Steve Papin, Doug Ridenour, Nicola Burgun, Greg Dastillung, Joe Bunke, Mayor John Cranley.

Kevin Frisch
The Matt Gunnels Memorial Award for Distinguished Alumni – Performing Arts

This award recognizes notable achievements in the performing arts after one’s participation in CYPT. Kevin Frisch played the bumbling leading man Axel Magee in CYPT’s 1986 production of Don’t Drink the Water. He is being honored for his theatrical achievements in his professional life – the creation of the Frisch Marionette Company. After 1986, Kevin moved to New York City and joined Nicolas Coppola and The Puppetworks, developing the craft and skills of a puppeteer and artist. He spent 9 years touring and performing in The Puppetworks theaters in Brooklyn and Macy’s Herald Square. In 1995, Kevin moved back to Cincinnati to found The Frisch Marionette Company. Today, the Company thrives as an exceptional entertainment and educational experience for children and adults alike.

Previous honorees: Richard Oberacker, Allen Kendall, Eric Bricking, Aaron LaVigne, Brandy Rice Bailey, Amy Miller, Matt Wilson and  Steven G. Kennedy.

2016 CYPT Hall of Fame Nominees
The nominees for the CYPT Hall of Fame award (Westwood Town Hall era) are: Daniel Bayer, Karen Husman Davis,  Jeff “Ffej” Hartman,  Jenny Stratton Johnson (aka Chinstrap) and  Rich Roedersheimer.  And the nominees for the CYPT Hall of Fame award (Covedale era) are: Tim Hein, Kalie Kaimann, Jonathan Papin, Alex Sunderhaus and Dorsey Ziller. Both Hall of Fame awards will be announced at the Party.

Congratulations to the recipients and to all nominated!

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December 18, 2016 · 11:47 am

FIRST DATE Runs Jan. 17-Feb. 5

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The Company. Photo by Ryan Kurtz.

FIRST DATE
Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati
Jan. 17-Feb. 5
Over-the-Rhine

When blind date newbie Aaron is set up with serial-dater Casey, a casual drink at a busy New York restaurant turns into an uproarious high-stakes dinner when other restaurant patrons transform into supportive best friends, manipulative exes, and protective parents, who sing and dance them through ice-breakers, appetizers, and potential conversational land mines. Can this couple turn what could be a dating disaster into something special before the check arrives? This production contains adult language may not be suitable for all audiences.

  • In preview, Tue Jan. 17 at 7pm
  • Wed-Thu, Jan. 18-19 at 7:30pm
  • Fri, Jan. 20 at 8pm SOLD OUT
  • Sat, Jan. 21 at 2pm & 8pm SOLD OUT
  • Sun, Jan. 22 at 2pm & 7pm SOLD OUT
  • Tue-Thu, Jan. 24-26 at 7:30pm SOLD OUT
  • Fri, Jan. 27 at 8pm SOLD OUT
  • Sat, Jan. 28 at 2pm LIMITED AVAILABILITY & 8pm SOLD OUT
  • Sun, Jan. 29 at 2pm SOLD OUT & 7pm LIMITED AVAILABILITY
  • Tue-Thu, Jan. 31-Feb. 2 at 7:30pm (LIMITED AVAILABILITY)
  • Fri, Feb. 3 at 8pm SOLD OUT
  • Sat, Feb. 4 at 2pm LIMITED AVAILABILITY & 8pm SOLD OUT
  • Sun, Feb. 5 at 2pm LIMITED AVAILABILITY & 7pm

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December 18, 2016 · 11:39 am

Disney’s THE LITTLE MERMAID Runs Jan. 17-29

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Alan Mingo, Jr. as Sebastian and Jessica Grové as Ariel and the cast of THE LITTLE MERMAID. Photo by Bruce Bennett, courtesy of Theatre Under The Stars.

Disney’s THE LITTLE MERMAID
Broadway in Cincinnati
Jan. 17-29
Aronoff Center [Downtown]

In a magical kingdom fathoms below, we meet Ariel, the little mermaid who is tired of flipping her fins and longs to be part of the fascinating world on dry land. Joining her are Sebastian, Ariel’s crabby sidekick; Ursula, the evil sea witch; Triton, King of the Sea and the handsome and human Prince Eric. Based on the Disney animated film and hit Broadway musical. Dive on in! Life is the bubbles, under the sea!

  • Tue-Thu, Jan. 17-19 at 7:30pm
  • Fri, Jan. 20 at 8pm
  • Sat, Jan. 21 at 2pm & 8pm
  • Sun, Jan. 22 at 1pm & 6:30pm
  • Tue-Thu, Jan. 24-26 at 7:30pm
  • Fri, Jan. 27 at 8pm
  • Sat, Jan. 28 at 2pm & 8pm
  • Sun, Jan. 29 at 1pm & 6:30pm

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December 16, 2016 · 6:39 am

Two Male Dancers Needed for DIRTY DANCING! Live at Pones Inc.

Pones logoPerformances:

  • Sunday, February 12th from 4:40-7:00pm (film starts at 5:15pm) @ Eastgate Brew and View (158 seats)
  • Sunday, February 26th from 4:40-7:00pm (film starts at 5:15pm) @ Kenwood Theatre (175 or 299 seats)

Rehearsals:

  • TBD based on availability (2-3 total)

Payment:

  • $60/dancer + parking comped + 2 movie passes

Please e-mail kim@ponesinc.com by 12/24 if interested.

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December 14, 2016 · 6:34 am

THERESA CAPUTO LIVE! THE EXPERIENCE From TLC’s”Long Island Medium” on March 27

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March 27, 2017 – 7:30pm

Tickets Go On-Sale Friday, Dec. 16 at 10am

Cincinnati, OH – Theresa Caputo, from TLC’s hit show, Long Island Medium, will be appearing live at the Aronoff Center on Monday, March 27 at 7:30PM. Theresa will share personal stories about her life and explain how her gift works. She will deliver healing messages to audience members and give people comfort knowing that their loved ones who passed are still with them, just in a different way.

Tickets go on-sale Friday December 16 at 10:00AM and can be purchased at cincinnatiarts.org, (513) 621-2787 [ARTS], and the Aronoff Center Ticket Office. Tickets start at $39.75 (plus applicable service charges) and are subject to change. Purchasing a ticket does not guarantee a reading.

“The Experience” brings Theresa face-to-face with her fans, as she lets spirit guide her through the audience. A video display ensures everyone in the venue has an up-close-hands-on experience regardless of seat location.

“The experience isn’t about believing in mediums. It’s about witnessing something life-changing” says Theresa Caputo. “It’s like Long Island Medium live, witnessing first-hand spirit communication.”

The highly-rated show Long Island Medium follows Theresa’s life as a typical Long Island wife and mom with one very big difference…she can communicate with the dead. Since she cannot “turn off” this gift, messages from departed loved ones can come through at any time, which lead to spontaneous readings with those she encounters. The new season of Long Island Medium is scheduled to premiere Sunday, February 19, 2017 on TLC.

Theresa has appeared on such programs as “Jay Leno,” “Jimmy Fallon,” “Steve Harvey,” “Live with Kelly and Michael,” “Dr. Oz,” & “The Today Show.” Theresa’s second book titled “You Can’t Make This Stuff Up” was released in September 2014 and debuted at #9 on The New York Times Best Seller List. Her first book titled “There’s More to Life Than This” debuted in the fall of 2013.

Theresa has been a practicing medium for over fifteen years. She helps individuals find closure by delivering healing messages. For Theresa, this is not just her job… this is her life.

Learn more about Theresa at www.theresacaputo.com.

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