Yearly Archives: 2017

May 29, 2017 · 3:06 pm

CFF17: THE GREAT INVENTION

CFF_The Great InventionTHE GREAT INVENTION
Part of the Cincinnati Fringe Festival ’17
Know Theatre
Over-the-Rhine

Caught in an urban wasteland, two beings attempt to build a machine that will transport them to paradise. The Great Invention mingles object theatre with elements of Commedia dell’Arte, clown, and physical storytelling to create a quirky, heartwarming, and visually captivating adventure that celebrates the power of imagination.

  • Fri, June 2 at 7pm
  • Sun, June 4 at 6:30pm
  • Mon, June 5 at 8:30pm
  • Fri, June 9 at 7pm
  • Sat, June 10 at 9pm

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May 29, 2017 · 2:55 pm

CFF17: THE DISAPPEARANCE OF NICOLE JACOBS, PART 1: THE SISTER

CFF_The Disappearance logoTHE DISAPPEARANCE OF NICOLE JACOBS, PART 1: THE SISTER
Part of the Cincinnati Fringe Festival ’17
Memorial Hall Studio
Over-the-Rhine

Written by Bridget Leak and Trey Tatum

Cast: Miranda McGee, Henry Eden & Cassie Delicath

Everything in Crystal’s life has stalled since her sister, Nicole, disappeared in the woods behind their house. Since then, her family’s focus has been on running the Volunteer Center in charge of the search for Nicole. Now, months later, on the day the Volunteer Center closes, Crystal’s life is changing again as she searches for meaning in a life post-Nicole.

  • Wed, May 31 at 7:45pm
  • Sat, June 3 at 4:45pm
  • Sun, June 4 at 8:30pm
  • Fri, June 9 at 7pm
  • Sat, June 10 at 7pm (This performance only at Art Academy Auditorium)

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May 29, 2017 · 2:44 pm

CFF17: SUMANTRAN RHINO

CFF_Sumantran RhinoSUMANTRAN RHINO
Part of the Cincinnati Fringe Festival ’17
Know Theatre
Over-the-Rhine

Written by Michael Douglas Hall
Directed by Greg Proccacino

Cast: Darnell Pierre Benjamin & Burgess Byrd

At one time, the numbers of the Sumatran Rhinoceros were in the thousands. The count has now dwindled to under a hundred. Our conservation efforts are being met with criticism, as there are ethical concerns, and we would like an opportunity to answer them. Please attend our conference as we explore the aspects of these issues and explain why this species is so vital. Presented in partnership with Hugo West Theatricals.

  • Thu, June 1 at 8:30pm
  • Sat, June 3 at 9pm
  • Sun, June 4 at 8:30pm
  • Tue, June 6 at 6:30pm
  • Fri, June 9 at 9pm

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May 29, 2017 · 2:32 pm

CFF17: SPY IN THE HOUSE OF MEN

CFF_Spy in the House of Men_1x1SPY IN THE HOUSE OF MEN
Part of the Cincinnati Fringe Festival ’17
Coffee Emporium
Over-the-Rhine

Written and performed by Penny Sterling

Forgo the frill, abandon pretension, and dig in for 50 minutes of humble and humorous insight as Penny Sterling relates the very true story of her fictitious life as a man, and her true life as a transgender woman. Rochester comedienne, parent, TV producer/director, improv artist, storyteller, and now informant, Penny will report the findings from her 54 years as a SPY IN THE HOUSE OF MEN.

  • Thu, June 1 at 8:30pm
  • Sat, June 3 at 7:45pm
  • Sun, June 4 at 8:30pm
  • Tue, June 6 at 8:30pm
  • Sat, June 10 at 2:45pm

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May 29, 2017 · 2:22 pm

CFF17: SA’IDAH

CFF_Sa'idah_1x1SA’IDAH
Part of the Cincinnati Fringe Festival ’17
OTR Community Church
Over-the-Rhine

In Arabic, the name Sa’idah means happy, lucky, or fortunate. In the aftermath of civil war and continuing violent conflict in Syria, families have been destroyed. The now orphaned Sa’idah, fulfills her namesake and becomes one of the “lucky ones”. White A-list American celebrity couple, Kristen and Taylor, are on mission to change the world starting with the adoption of Sa’idah.

  • Thu, June 1 at 8:30pm
  • Sat, June 3 at 6:30pm
  • Sun, June 4 at 4:45pm
  • Fri, June 9 at 7pm
  • Sat, June 10 at 8:30pm

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