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May 15, 2017 · 4:01 pm

THE MONSTER SONGS @ 2017 Cincinnati Fringe Festival

Dr. Dour & Peach
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THE MONSTER SONGS

Presented as a part of the 2017 Cincinnati Fringe Festival
A playfully macabre cabaret about zombies, mummies and stranger things

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Dr. Dour & Peac. Photo by Kintz.

Cincinnati, OH – The Know Theatre of Cincinnati brings musical clown duo Dr. Dour & Peach’s THE MONSTER SONGS to the 14th Annual Cincinnati Fringe Festival this May 30th – June 11th. Traveling from Washington, DC, the pair presents tales of monsters great and small in a unique combination of comedic songwriting, horror movie references, and theatrical clowning.

Dr. Dour & Peach are expert ethno-crypto-zoo-musicologists. THE MONSTER SONGS is their vehicle to entertain and educate all well-meaning monster-seekers on the dangers of such ventures. Dr. Dour sings songs about monsters. And Peach helps. Together they deliver never-before-told tales of lovesick mummies, giant lizards, bargain-hunting zombies, and other hapless creatures of the night in a cabaret cocktail of original songs, peppered with vaudevillian banter. The mysterious is scrutinized. The strange is eternalized. And the dangerous is epitomized in song. Dr. Dour (vocals, 10-string touch-guitar) and Peach (cello, banjo, cute) use an array of musical stylings in this 60-minute performance. The show is for all ages and for all monsters.

THE MONSTER SONGS features husband and wife team Toby Mulford and Rachel Spicknall Mulford, the performers and co-creators of Dr. Dour & Peach. They’re based in Washington, DC, and have appeared at the Capital Fringe Festival, Clown Cabaret, ABSFest, Shenandoah Fringe, and the New York Clown Theatre Festival. 2016 marked the release of their studio album The Monster Songs, available now on CDBaby.com. This July they return to Capital Fringe in DC with their new show Love and Other Lures. http://www.drdourandpeach.com

To songwriter Toby Mulford, the horror genre is a rich mine of analogies for the human experience. The first monster songs were born when Toby watched Night of the Living Dead after a 10-hour retail shift during the holiday season. That night he dreamed of zombies devouring people, underscored by Bing Crosby’s “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas.” He hasn’t stopped writing since. From a tongue-in-cheek bossa nova about a love-sick Pharaoh to a sorrowful folk melody about ancient rituals to promote the harvest, the songs range in feeling as much as they do in style. The subjects themselves include unpredictable protagonists, some dangerous and looming, and some residing within ourselves.

The Cincinnati Fringe Festival (Cincy Fringe) is a 13-day theatre and arts festival produced by Know Theatre of Cincinnati. Live performances occur in over a dozen locations in and around the Over-the-Rhine neighborhood of Cincinnati, just north of Downtown. Every Festival features 200+ performances of over 40 productions from local, national, and international artists, each featuring unique styles or disciplines and a wide variety of subject matter. http://www.cincyfringe.com

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WHAT:
THE MONSTER SONGS, presented by Dr. Dour & Peach in the 2017 Cincinnati Fringe Festival

DATES AND TIMES:
Friday, June 2 at 7:45pm
Sunday, June 4 at 6:30pm
Wednesday, June 7 at 7:00pm
Thursday, June 8 at 8:30pm
Saturday, June 10 at 4:45pm

LOCATION:
Coffee Emporium
110 E Central Parkway, Cincinnati, OH 45202

TICKETS and PASSES:
Online: www.cincyfringe.com
Tel: 513–300–KNOW (5669)
Running time is 60 minutes.
Appropriate for all ages.

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May 11, 2017 · 6:26 am

FAMILY TIES Runs June 1-25

HRTC_Family Ties logoFAMILY TIES
Human Race Theatre Company
June 1-25
Dayton

Directed by Kevin Moore

Cast: Thea Brooks as Mallory, Sara Mackie as Jennifer, Eve Plumb as Elyse, Maggie Lou Rader as Ellen, Lawrence Redmond as Steven & Jim Stanek as Alex

One of the most beloved television families of the 1980s takes to the stage. Twenty years have passed and Alex P. Keaton, now running for Congress, returns to his parents’ Columbus home with his sisters, Mallory and Jennifer, who are parents of their own. Gathered together once again, they relive some of the most important moments from their childhood – the growing pains, heartbreaks and reconciliations – with fondness and appreciation for simpler times that defined a generation.

  • In preview, Thu, June 1 at 8pm
  • Fri-Sat, June 2-3 at 8pm
  • Sun, June 4 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Tue-Wed, June 6-7 at 7pm
  • Thu-Sat, June 8-10 at 8pm
  • Sun, June 11 at 2pm
  • Tue-Wed, June 13-14 at 7pm
  • Thu-Sat, June 15-17 at 8pm
  • Sun, June 18 at 2pm
  • Tue-Wed, June 20-21 at 7pm
  • Thu-Sat, June 22-24 at 8pm
  • Sun, June 25 at 2pm

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May 11, 2017 · 6:25 am

DAMN YANKEES Runs May 24-June 18

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William Jackson as Joe Hardy & Rachel Perin as Lola.

DAMN YANKEES
Warsaw Federal Incline Theater
May 24-June 18
East Price Hill

Directed by Matthew Wilson
Music direction by Steve Goers
Choreographed by Kate Stark

Cast: Michelle Wells as Meg Boyd Rachel Perin as Lola, Rodger Pille as Mr. Applegate, William Jackson as Joe Hardy, Tim Perrino as Joe Boyd, Renee Stoltzfus as Gloria Thorpe, Helen Anneliesa Raymond-Goers as Sister, Sally Modzelewski as Doris, Tyler Gau as Van Buren, Mitch Ruth as Mr. Welch, Stephen Welch as Sohovik, Drew Simendinger as Smokey, Nick Godfrey as Rocky, Chris Carter as Vernon, Cian Steele as Henry & Cameron Nalley as Mickey
Ensemble: Franchesca Montazemi, Mikayla Renfrow, Sarah Zaffiro & Sarah Andrews

Middle-aged baseball fanatic Joe Boyd trades his soul to the Devil, for a chance to lead his favorite team to victory in the pennant race against the New York Yankees. Transformed into young baseball sensation Joe Hardy, he leads the hapless Washington Senators to the final game for the pennant, only to realize the true worth of the life he’s left behind. Light, fast-paced and devilishly clever, DAMN YANKEES is a home-run hit featuring all-American subject matter and an irreverent sense of humor. Featuring classic songs like “Whatever Lola Wants (Lola Gets!)”, “You Gotta Have Heart” and “Shoeless Joe from Hannibal, MO.”

  • Wed-Thu, May 24-25 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, May 26-27 at 8pm
  • Sun, May 28 at 2pm
  • Wed-Thu, May 31-June 1 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, June 2-3 at 8pm
  • Sun, June 4 at 2pm
  • Wed-Thu, June 7-8 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, June 9-10 at 8pm
  • Sun, June 11 at 2pm
  • Wed-Thu, June 14-15 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, June 16-17 at 8pm
  • Sun, June 18 at 2pm

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May 11, 2017 · 6:24 am

Auditions Announced for CRAZY FOR YOU at Inspiring Arts Productions

IA_logoAnnouncing auditions for Inspiring Arts Productions’ summer musical
CRAZY FOR YOU!

A zany rich-boy-meets-hometown-girl romantic comedy, CRAZY FOR YOU® tells the story of young New York banker Bobby Child, who is sent to Deadrock, Nevada, to foreclose on a rundown theatre. In Deadrock, Bobby falls for spunky Polly Baker, the theater owner’s daughter. But Polly takes an instant dislike to the city slicker, so Bobby vows – through cunning, razzmatazz, and a hilarious case of mistaken identity – to win Polly’s heart and save the theatre. Memorable Gershwin tunes from the score include “I Got Rhythm,” “They Can’t Take That Away from Me,” “Embraceable You,” “But Not for Me,” “Nice Work if You Can Get It,” and “Someone to Watch Over Me.”

Performances: August 3-6, 2017

Location: Parrish Theater at Miami University (Hamilton campus)
1601 University Blvd
Hamilton, OH 45015

Auditions:

  • Monday, 5/15
  • Tuesday, 5/16
  • Wednesday 5/17

All auditions and rehearsals will be held at Grace Chapel in Mason (406 4th Ave., Mason, OH 45040). Those auditioning must sign up for a time slot (link below). Auditions are open to anyone entering high school or college. Please arrive 15 minutes early to ensure your paperwork is complete. Please visit the website to print the audition form—bring the form filled out and signed by you and a parent.

You will need to come with a list of ALL known conflicts during rehearsal and performance times. THESE ARE REQUIRED ON EVERYONE’S FORM. These listed conflicts will be the only excused absences.

Photo and resume requested, but not required.

http://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040b4faeae23a75-auditions

What to expect:

  • Vocal audition: If auditioning for a lead, we prefer that you prepare a song from the show for that particular part. Learn the entire solo if possible. If auditioning for ensemble only, any show song that displays your voice well is fine. Be prepared to sing a cappella or with an accompaniment track (no voices.)
  • Cold read from the script if you are auditioning for a speaking part.
  • Dance audition for everyone. Please bring appropriate shoes/clothes. Bring tap shoes if you have them, otherwise hard-soled shoes.

Callbacks:

List will be posted on Thursday, May 18th on www.inspiringartsproductions.com by 10am.

  • Thursday, May 18: 3:30pm-9pm
  • Friday May 19 afternoon (if needed)
  • Saturday, May 20 morning (if needed)

Final cast list will be posted Monday, May 22 by noon at www.inspiringartsproductions.com.

Rehearsals will begin in late May/Early June.

Principles will be called 2-3 times per week. Ensemble will be called 1-2 times per week or more. During the two weeks before the show, anticipate rehearsal 3-4 times per week and Saturday. Specific days and times will be determined by cast availability.

Cast Requirements:

  • $70 participation fee
  • 5 volunteer hours for each member of the cast (may be completed by family member)
  • Each family volunteers in one pre-production committee and one production week committee.
  • Each cast member is required to sell 12 tickets.
  • 2 unexcused absences will result in dismissal from the show with no refund.
  • Behavior requiring continual reprimands may also result in dismissal with no refund.

Additional show, audition and cast information may be found at the website: www.inspiringartsproductions.com. Specific questions can be directed to inspiringartsproductions@yahoo.com.

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May 10, 2017 · 11:15 am

NYC Theatre Co. Brings Indie Rock Shakespeare-Inspired Play to Cincinnati Fringe Festival

CFF_Romeo + Juliet + Anybodys

The Functional Shoes, a New York City theatre company, presents their original indie-rock Shakespeare-inspired play ROMEO + JULIET + ANYBODYS June 6-10th at the 14th annual Cincinnati Fringe Festival.

ROMEO + JULIET + ANYBODYS takes the tragic love story you think you know by heart and rips it a new one. At the center is Anybodys, musical theatre’s most overlooked heroine, fighting for her glimpse of the spotlight and grappling with the reality that in most stories, “you ain’t somebody, you somebody’s girl.”

ROMEO + JULIET + ANYBODYS received a workshop production at the Manhattan Repertory Theatre in New York City in 2016. Featuring original live music, roller-skating, and the perfect white dress, this 50 minute mosh-pit-play is one show you won’t want to miss at the Cincy Fringe Fest.

Fun fact: The playwright is a native Ohioan and alum of The Ohio State University. Nearly a decade ago, she played Anybodys in her high school’s production of West Side Story. Now she returns to finally give this tomboy her say.

ROMEO + JULIET + ANYBODYS is performing at the Know Theatre for the Cincinnati Fringe Festival on June 6th at 8:30pm, June 8th at 6:30pm, and June 10th at 7pm. Tickets are available at: www.cincyfringe.com

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