Yearly Archives: 2017

July 7, 2017 · 7:13 am

2016-2017 Orchid Awards for Beechmont Players

BPI_logoTHE WIZARD OF OZ

  • Excellence in Program – Jennifer Mielbrecht
  • Excellence in Program Art – Stephanie Mooney
  • Excellence in Light Design – Tom Johnson
  • Excellence in Light Execution – Tom Johnson, Tommy Galvin, Dave Huff, Tim Huff
  • Excellence in Stage Management – Julie Beelman
  • Excellence in Costume Design – Cindy Rumke
  • Excellence in Set Design – Rick Kramer and Tom Bergquist
  • Excellence in Special Effects – Tom Bergquist and Daniel Rose
  • Excellence in Musical Theatre Performance – Gary Glass
  • Excellence in Musical Theatre Performance – Matt Santeler
  • Excellence in Musical Theatre Performance – Garrett Douthitt
  • Excellence in Musical Theatre Performance – Jennifer Moore
  • Excellence in Musical Theatre Performance – Erin Russell
  • Excellence in Direction – Laura Berkemeier
  • Excellence in Producing – Tom Bergquist and Pam Kaesemeyer
  • Excellence in Musical Direction – Charles Wilhelm
  • Excellence in Vocal Direction – Jacob Priddy
  • Excellence in Orchestral Performance – Charles Wilhelm and Orchestra
  • Excellence in Overall Performance Quality – Laura Berkemeier and Cast
  • Excellence in Musical Theatre Performance – Rebecca Wiesman
  • Excellence in Ensemble – Laura Berkemeier and Cast

AND THEN THERE WERE NONE

  • Excellence in Program – Jenny Mielbrecht
  • Excellence in Set Construction – Mike Surber, Gary Fruhwirth, Don Phillips
  • Excellence in Properties – Pam Kaesemeyer
  • Excellence in Sound Execution – Jon Scheiding and Peter Weiglin
  • Excellence in Stage Management – Cathy Roesener
  • Excellence in Producing – Barbara Alenduff
  • Excellence in Acting in a Play – Richard Zenk
  • Excellence in Acting in a Play – Steve Phelan
  • Excellence in Light Design – Tom Johnson
  • Excellence in Direction – Jim Waldfogle
  • Excellence in Set Design – Jim Waldfogle and Mike Surber
  • Excellence in Acting in a Play – Clint Bramkamp
  • Excellence in Acting in a Play – Mary Ventura
  • Excellence in Ensemble – Jim Waldfogle and Cast

THE SECRET GARDEN

  • Excellence in Costume Design – Faye Crawford and Linda Roll
  • Excellence in Musical Theatre Performance – Rebecca Mactaggart
  • Excellence in Musical Theatre Performance – Megan Ainsley Callahan
  • Excellence in Stage Management – Vern Burns

BORN YESTERDAY

  • Excellence in Direction – jef brown
  • Excellence in Program Art – Deborah Mitchell
  • Excellence in Acting in a Play – Wayne Kirsch
  • Excellence in Acting in a Play – Amy Stier
  • Excellence in Acting in a Play – Tim Rogers
  • Excellence in Ensemble – jef brown and Cast
  • Excellence in Costume Design – Faye Crawford and Cindy Rumke
  • Excellence in Acting in a Play – Lon Nease
  • Excellence in Acting in a Play – Jim Waldfogle

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July 6, 2017 · 2:26 pm

JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH Runs Aug. 4-12

BPI_James and the Giant Peach logoJAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH
Beechmont Players Inc.
Aug. 4-12
Anderson Center

Directed by Fred Tacon

Cast: Andrew Ramos as James, Mark Culp as Ladahlord, Emily Martin as Spiker, Kendra Struthers as Sponge, Jessica Nguyen as Lady Bug, Jaqlyn Schott as Spider, Zachary Julian as Grasshopper, Nathan Henegar as Earthworm & Karl Bolinger as Centipede
Ensemble: Amanda Bauer, Anna Beyette, Jill Blessing, Pam Blessing (Dance Captain), Emily Church, Parker Culp, Bryan Greaves, Jody Hart, James Martin, Maria Ramos, PJ Karpew & Rebecca Wiesman

To escape the clutches of his evil aunts, the orphaned James and his extraordinary friends overcome hunger, sharks, and each other to discover the true meaning of home and family. The whole family will love this musical “masterpeach!”

  • Fri-Sat, Aug. 4-5 at 8pm
  • Sun, Aug. 6 at 3pm
  • Fri, Aug. 11 at 8pm
  • Sat, Aug. 12 at 3pm & 8pm

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July 5, 2017 · 1:57 pm

2017 New Works Festival Runs Aug. 3-12

2017 New Works Festival 
Cincinnati Lab Theatre
Aug. 3-12
Clifton Performance Theatre

3SOME by Brian Griffin [Fully staged]
Directed by Lauren Carr
Cast: Brian Berendts, Mary Tensing & Craig Branch

When Thomas, Claire, and Lonnie arrange a Craigslist “meet up” none of them quite expect the evening that follows. Secrets become exposed, boundaries are pushed, and expectations end up in pieces. Brian Griffin’s titillating and intense new play explores the raw landscape of human psychology while delving into the world of casual hook-ups, and the overwhelming need for those on the brink to make a connection.

LED THESPIAN by Jason Podplesky, Lyrics and Music by Jason Podplesky, Eric Kilpatrick & Aaron Almashy [Fully staged]
Directed by Jason Podplesky
Musical Direction by Aaron Almashy
Cast: Elizabeth a. Harris, Torie Pate Perdue, Eric Kilpatrick & Joshua Wank

Part play and part mini-concert LED THESPIAN is a new dark comedy that explores love, loss, and the power of music. Set in a bar, it tells the story of Josh, a high school band teacher, who after suddenly losing his job decides to chase his dream of being a rock musician only to find himself entangled in a web of lies, murder, and sexual depravity. Will Josh finally get to touch his musical dream or will he fall perilously short? Watch as this play takes unexpected twists and turns en route to its surprising and non-politically correct resolution. Led Thespian will keep you laughing and guessing until the very end!

NORTH COUNTRY HOLIDAY by Phil Paradis [Staged Reading]
A young married couple leaves the city and moves to a remote Vermont farmhouse where they spend their first holiday season snowbound. When an old friend visits to talk about art and poetry, what could possibly go wrong to spoil their idyllic north country holiday?

PARIS IS VERNON by Robert Macke [Staged Reading]
Vernon, a widower, discovers that his estranged son is on a reality show… for drag queens. Michelle, a field producer, interviews Vernon and gives him a chance to reconnect with his son. PARIS IS VERNON explores the importance of family and what it takes to mend a damaged relationship.

For more information on the 2017 New Works Festival, click here.

  • Thu, Aug. 3 at 7pm WHY WE LAUGH Pre-show discussion
  • Thu, Aug. 3 at 8pm LED THESPIAN
  • Fri, Aug. 4 at 8pm 3SOME
  • Sat, Aug. 5 at 5pm NORTH COUNTRY HOLIDAY
  • Sat, Aug. 5 at 8pm LED THESPIAN
  • Thu, Aug. 10 at 7pm LOSS AND GRIEVING Pre-show discussion
  • Thu, Aug. 10 at 8pm 3SOME
  • Fri, Aug. 11 at 8pm LED THESPIAN
  • Sat, Aug. 12 at 5pm PARIS IS VERNON
  • Sat, Aug. 12 at 8pm 3SOME

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July 5, 2017 · 1:38 pm

CRAZY FOR YOU Runs Aug. 3-6

IAP_Crazy For You logoCRAZY FOR YOU
Inspiring Arts Productions
Aug. 3-6
Parrish Auditorium [Hamilton]

Directed & choreographed by Grace Hart

CRAZY FOR YOU is the story of Bobby Child, a well-to-do 1930s playboy whose dream in life is to dance. And despite the serious efforts of his mother and soon-to-be ex-fiancée, Bobby achieves his dream! Memorable Gershwin tunes include I Can’t Be Bothered Now,Bidin’ My Time, I Got Rhythm,Naughty Baby, They Can’t Take That Away from Me,But Not for Me, Nice Work if You Can Get It, Embraceable You and Someone to Watch Over Me.

  • Thu, Aug. 3 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, Aug. 4-5 at 2:30pm* & 7:30pm
  • Sun, Aug. 6 at 2:30pm
    *All seats $10

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July 5, 2017 · 9:11 am

Auditions Announced for A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE at Falcon Theatre

FT_logoAudition Details:

  • Dates: October 9 & 10, 2017
  • Time: 7:00-9:00 pm
  • Location: Falcon Theatre, 636 Monmouth St., Newport
  • Preparation: Be prepared to cold read from the script.  Also bring a prepared 60-90 second Tennssee Williams monologue.
  • Bring a headshot and resume if available.
  • No appointments necessary
  • Questions: Contact the director, Nate Netzley, at natenetzley@gmail.com or Falcon Theatre at 513-479-6783
  • Production Dates:  March 16-31, 2018

Roles:

Looking to cast actors from all backgrounds and demographics

  • Blanche Dubois (35-45): Born into wealth and privilege, a charming woman who has kept a few secrets to keep afloat in a changing world. Has a sense of mores and norms that often clash with Stanley’s behaviors and worldview.
  • Stanley Kowalski (25-35): A man in the peak of his physical prime who sees the world in black and white. He is protective of what he sees as his. He does not take kindly to being looked down upon. There is very little that stops Stanley from getting what he wants.
  • Stella Kowalski (23-30): Blanche’s younger sister and Stanley’s wife. Is able to easily switch between Stanley and Blanche’s worlds. Her passionate desire for Stanley and her devotion to Blanche generate the conflict at the center of the play.
  • Harold “Mitch” Mitchell (25-35): Stanley’s coworker, friend, and former brother in arms.  Large and imposing, in the range of 6′ and 200 lbs, his size betrays a gentle soul who wants do right by his mother at all costs. Not as outspoken as his poker buddies, but can hold his own if he has to.
  • Eunice Hubbell (Late 20s to 40s): Neighbor to the Kowalskis and owner of the building in which the play takes place.
  • Steve Hubbell (30s to 40s): Husband to Eunice, one of Stanley’s poker buddies. Crude with his friends and abusive towards his wife
  • Pablo Gonzales (20s to 30s): One of Stanley’s poker buddies
  • Woman ***Technically Negro Woman but lets leave the dated term at the door*** (30s to 40s): Neighbor to the Hubbells and Kowalskis
  • Flower Peddler ***Technically Mexican Woman but see above*** (20s to 50s): A woman selling flowers for the dead near the end of Blanche’s time at Elysian Fields
  • A Young Collector (15-19): A teenage boy collecting for the paper from Blanche but gets more than he bargained for
  • Doctor (30s to 50s): A doctor charged with bringing Blanche into a more comfortable home
  • Nurse (20s to 50s): A nurse aiding the Doctor. Has a physically imposing quality

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