Monthly Archives: May 2017

FIREBIRD Ticket Auction Benefits The Arts Center at Dunham

MISC_Arts Center At Dunham logoThe Arts Center at Dunham has tickets for 2 “up close” seats to the May 12th, 11am performance of Stravinsky’s FIREBIRD at the Taft Theatre:

Orchestra Level, Row E, Seats 1-2 on the aisle (face value $142 for the pair)

The tickets were donated to help raise funds for the ongoing repair and restoration of the historic Arts Center.  The tickets will be “awarded“ to the best offer.  Bids” will be accepted through midnight Sunday, May 7th.

If interested, please email what you are willing to pay, minimum and maximum, as well as a phone number to contact you, to sunsetplayerscincy@gmail.com.

I will contact the winner of the tickets on Monday morning to arrange payment and delivery of the tickets (- ;

Thanks for your consideration of this special opportunity!

Carrie L. Mees
The Arts Center at Dunham Facility & Fundraising Task Force
Sunset Players Board Member: Historian & Coordination of Season Ads, Passes, Patrons & Sponsors

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Cast Announced for NATURAL CAUSES at The Drama Workshop

TDW_VERTThe Drama Workshop is very pleased to announce the cast for its upcoming production of NATURAL CAUSES, written by Eric Chappell, directed by Ray Lebowski, and produced by Ray Persing.

We were gratified by the terrific turnout for auditions, and really appreciate everybody taking the time to come out and share their talents with us. Unfortunately, there are only so many roles in any show. Very qualified actors with good auditions, including close friends, sometimes don’t get cast because the ensemble works better with a different choice. Everybody gave great reads, and we’re looking forward to seeing everybody back at a TDW audition very soon!

The cast of NATURAL CAUSES is:

  • Walter Bryce – Eric Thomas
  • Vincent – Jeff Nieman
  • Celia Bryce – Rusty Lacy
  • Angie – Elizabeth Beatty
  • Withers – Glenn Schaich

We are still looking to fill some designer, backstage crew, and front-of-house positions for the show. If you’re interested in helping out, please contact me. Show dates are October 6 through 22.

Congratulations to Eric, Jeff, Rusty, Elizabeth, and Glenn! It’s going to be a great show!

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Four Adults Needed for ROOM ENOUGH FOR ME

MISC_Casting call2ROOM ENOUGH FOR ME is casting two adult males and two adult females. We are looking for creative actors who can take the role we’ve created and add your “been there and done that” to it.

REFM is an community theatre inspirational piece following the life of DM Murphy born in a jail cell, his life growing up in and out if that cell and his ultimate triumph.

One of the males rolls requires an African American over thirty type to portray Murphy’s father the others aren’t ethnically specific. Lighthearted singing may be required. This is an open call and auditions are by appointment.

Please contact Brian Nichols at roomenough4me@outlook.Com.

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Alton Brown: Eat Your Science | Sat, Oct. 21 | Aronoff Center

CAA_Alton Brown promoALTON BROWN EXTENDS NORTH AMERICAN TOUR

EAT YOUR SCIENCE COMING TO CINCINNATI’S
ARONOFF CENTER ON OCTOBER 21

Tickets on sale Thursday, May 11 at 10:00 AM

(Cincinnati, OH) – Television personality, author, and Food Network star Alton Brown has announced that his Alton Brown Live: Eat Your Science tour will visit the Aronoff Center’s Procter & Gamble Hall on Saturday, October 21, 2017 at 7:30 PM.  Brown created a new form of entertainment – the live culinary variety show – with his “Edible Inevitable Tour,” which played in over 100 cities with more than 150,000 fans in attendance. The Eat Your Science tour has sold over 200,000 tickets in over 80 cities.

Tickets go on sale Thursday, May 11 at 10:00 AM at www.CincinnatiArts.org, (513) 621-ARTS [2787], and the Aronoff Center Ticket Office.  Group discount tickets for 10 or more are available by calling (513) 977-4157.

Brown says fans can expect “all-new everything including songs, new comedy, new puppets, and bigger and better potentially dangerous food demonstrations.” Critics and fans have raved about the interactive components of Brown’s shows. He promises “plenty of new therapy inducing opportunities during our audience participation segments. I don’t want to give too much away, but this time we’re going to play a little game.”

Brown has a knack for mixing together science, music, and food in to two hours of pure entertainment. “Plus, you’ll see things I’ve never been allowed to do on TV.”

Although Alton Brown is best known as the creator, writer, and host of Good Eats, which ran for fourteen years on Food network, he also hosted Cutthroat Kitchen and served as the culinary commentator on Iron Chef America. He’s written eight books on food and cooking (including his newest, EveryDayCook), and is currently touring the country with his second live culinary variety show, Eat Your Science.

Information about Alton Brown or the Eat Your Science tour can be found on FacebookTwitter, Instagram or use the tour hashtag #AltonBrownLive.

Those with an appetite for more Alton Brown can find additional show and ticketing information at www.altonbrownlive.com.

About MagicSpace Entertainment
Alton Brown Live is produced by MagicSpace Entertainment. The company is headed by Lee D. Marshall, Joe Marsh, John Ballard, Steve Boulay, and Bruce Granath, and has been producing and presenting national tours, Broadway shows, concerts, and museum exhibits worldwide for over thirty years. Consistently one of the top promoters in North America, MagicSpace Entertainment typically produces and presents more than 250 events in 75 cities per year.  They have offices in Park City and Salt Lake City, UT. www.magicspace.net

Cincinnati Arts Association SPONSORS

Season Sponsors:  AMERITAS (Founding Season Sponsor), FIFTH THIRD BANK (Lifetime Endowment Partner), FURNITURE FAIR, LOCAL12 WKRC, THE P&G FUND of The Greater Cincinnati Foundation

SEASON PRESENTING SPONSORS:  21C Museum Hotel, Cincinnati Herald, CityBeat, Heidelberg Distributing, Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza, Hyatt Regency – Cincinnati , Macy’s, Pepsi, Skyline Chili, TriHealth, Ultimate Air Shuttle, Wells Fargo Insurance Services USA, Inc.

Alton Brown: Eat Your Science Media Partner:  WARM98-FM

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Marketing Administrative Assistant Sought by Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park

PIP_logoCincinnati Playhouse in the Park
Marketing Administrative Assistant

Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park seeks a Marketing Administrative Assistant to provide administrative support, coordinate the flow of marketing tactics through the department and provide some basic writing and proofreading assistance.

As the region’s preeminent professional theatre and winner of two Tony Awards, Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park produces a season of mainstage and community touring productions that feature storytelling of exceptional artistry and unmatched variety. The Playhouse draws the nation’s finest actors, directors and designers from across the country to Cincinnati for a range of new and classic works, regional and world premieres, musicals and dramas that are all performed in an intimate, iconic setting. A not-for-profit organization, the Playhouse is a member of the League of Resident Theatres (LORT).

This is a full-time, non-exempt position with benefits. The position reports to the Director of Marketing and Communications but works closely with and assists all members of the department.Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park is an equal opportunity employer and encourages inquiries about this position from a broad spectrum of candidates reflecting the diversity of the community we serve.

Duties include but are not limited to:

  • Maintain department files (electronic and physical) and perform other administrative tasks to support the marketing department.
  • Track and manage the direct mail schedule.
  • Fill out purchase orders for invoices and record expenses in Excel spreadsheets.
  • Coordinate and send traffic instructions and promotional needs for advertising schedules.
  • Produce and post in-house lobby signage for each show.
  • Track media coverage and maintain media coverage log.
  • Write photo cut-lines, fact sheets and schedules of run for each production.
  • Size production photos and headshots.
  • Keep headshot and bio roster up-to-date and assist with the collection and approval process of artist bios and headshots.
  • Assist with administrative and editorial collection needs for show programs.
  • Write and distribute weekly in-house newsletter.
  • Assist with proofreading publications and marketing materials.
  • Keep information on various community calendars up-to-date annually.
  • Update various marketing Excel spreadsheets as directed.
  • Write and distribute marketing memos.
  • Collate and organize sponsorship results data.
  • Assist with engagement activities and special events as needed.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • A strong work ethic that demonstrates initiative, organization and attention to detail, while being flexible and adaptable to change.
  • Excellent communication, business writing and editing skills.
  • Ability to juggle and track multiple projects and work with deadlines.
  • Interest in theatre and the arts is desirable.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel required.
  • Experience with Photoshop and/or InDesign a plus.
  • An associate or bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is preferred.
  • Ability to lift and carry 15-20lbs. 

Job Requirements:

  • Ability to work 35 hours per week, normally between 9am-5pm, Monday-Friday with a one-hour, unpaid lunch.
  • The ability to work some periodic evening or weekend hours is preferred.

To apply:

Provide a cover letter and resume. Cover letter should summarize your qualifications for this position and why you are interested in working at the Playhouse.

Send to:

Kathy Neus
Director of Marketing and Communications
kathy.neus@cincyplay.com
Deadline to apply: May 23, 2017
No phone calls, please.

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