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January 19, 2017 · 3:53 pm

Go over the Rainbow with THE WIZARD OF OZ

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Jay Goodlett as The Scarecrow, Kalie Kaimann as Dorothy, A. James Jones as The Tinman, and Deondra Kamau Means as The Lion. Photo by Mikki Schaffner.

Click your heels three times and follow the yellow brick road to the Taft Theatre this February to experience the magical adventures of Dorothy and her friends when The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati presents the classic musical THE WIZARD OF OZ this February (February 11 – 19, 2017).

A cyclone transports Dorothy and her dog, Toto, from Kansas to the technicolor Munchkin Land.  Unfortunately, they land right on top of the Wicked Witch of the East — not a good thing!  As Dorothy and Toto head down the Yellow Brick Road to find the Wizard and their way back home to Kansas, they meet new friends, each with a wish that they hope The Great Oz can grant for them.  A scrawny Scarecrow needs a brain, a rusty Tin Man needs a heart, and a Cowardly Lion needs courage.

Directed by Ken Jones, director of NKU’s School of the Arts (SOTA).  By L. Frank Baum. With Music and Lyrics by Harold Arlen and E. Y. Harburg. Background Music by Herbert Stothart. Dance and Vocal Arrangements by Peter Howard.  Orchestration by Larry Wilcox.  Adapted by John Kane for the Royal Shakespeare Company.  Based upon the Classic Motion Picture owned by Turner Entertainment Co. and distributed in all media by Warner Bros.  Adaptation and support materials for the Young Performers’ Edition. Developed by iTheatrics.  Under the supervision of Timothy Allen McDonald.

LOCAL 12’s Bob Herzog will be featured in the production as The Wizard.

THE WIZARD OF OZ presented by The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati, February 11-19, 2017. Saturday February 11 at 2 PM; Sunday February 12 at 2 PM and 5 PM; Friday February 17 at 7:30 PM; Saturday February 18 at 2 PM and 5 PM; and Sunday February 19 at 2 PM at the Taft Theatre, 5th and Sycamore Streets in Downtown Cincinnati. Tickets $10-30.   1-800-745-3000 and www.ticketmaster.com. Tickets are selling fast!

The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati’s production of THE WIZARD OF OZ is made possible by the generous support of Production Sponsor, TriHealth, as well as Corporate Sponsor, Chemed. Chemed, and the generosity of community contributions to the ArtsWave Campaign. Season Sponsors are the Charles H. Dater Foundation and the Marge and Charles J. Schott Foundation.  The Ohio Arts Council helped fund this program with state tax dollars to encourage economic growth, educational excellence and cultural enrichment for all Ohioans. Media sponsors are Cincinnati Enquirer, LOCAL 12 and Q102.

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January 18, 2017 · 6:10 pm

THE GLASS MENAGERIE Runs Feb. 9-25

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Keisha Kemper as Amanda, Talia Brown as Laura, Andrew Ornelas as Tom & Landon E. Horton as Jim

THE GLASS MENAGERIE
New Edgecliff Theatre
Feb. 9-25
The Hoffner Lodge [Northside]

Directed by Daryl Harris

Cast: Talia Brown as Laura, Landon E. Horton as Jim, Keisha Kemper as Amanda & Andrew Ornelas as Tom.

Amanda Wingfield is a faded, tragic remnant of Southern gentility, living in poverty in a dingy St. Louis apartment with her son, Tom, and her daughter, Laura. Amanda strives to give meaning and direction to her life and the lives of her children, though her methods are ineffective and irritating. Tom is driven nearly to distraction by his mother’s nagging and seeks escape in alcohol and the world of the movies. Laura also lives in her illusions. She is crippled, and this defect, intensified by her mother’s anxiety to see her married, has driven her more and more into herself.

  • Thu-Sat, Feb. 9-11 at 7:30pm
  • Thu-Sat, Feb. 16-18 at 7:30pm
  • Thu-Sat, Feb. 23-25 at 7:30pm

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January 18, 2017 · 6:05 pm

Dance Workshop at Covedale Center on Feb. 11

the-dance-workshop-logoWhere:
The Covedale Center for the Performing Arts
4990 Glenway Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45238
When: Saturday, February 11, Noon to 3pm.

Cost:
$15 per participant

The workshop will begin with a mock audition followed by a discussion with Broadway veteran and former Rockette, Angela Kahle. This is an exciting opportunity for dancers and non-dancers alike, to learn about how professional dance calls are run from one of the area’s most exciting and accomplished choreographers as well as get insight on how to be successful in dance auditions.

Space is limited. Reserve your spot contact the box office at 513.241.6550.

Please dress appropriately.

Angela Kahle has provided thrilling choreography for CLP’s productions of A Chorus Line! And Chicago, She will also be providing the choreo for CLP’s upcoming production of The Rocky Horror Show and will direct/choreograph The Drowsy Chaperone.

Angela’s performing credits include: playing the role of Phyllis in the Broadway and 1st National Tour of 42nd Street. She also played the role of Rita in White Christmas, directed by the Tony Award winning Walter Bobbie and choreographed by the Tony Award nominated Randy Skinner. Her proudest achievement has been kicking her legs as a Rockette at Radio City Music Hall and across the country for ten seasons.

Angela earned a B.F.A. from Wright State. Locally, she has taught and/or choreographed for Wright State, SCPA, and The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati, amongst others. She has received choreography awards at regional dance competitions for her tap and musical theater choreography. Angela is the resident emcee and Director for Applause Talent Presentations. She will be an adjunct professor for Wright State University for the upcoming school year, as well as teaching DanceFix and on faculty for Revere Dance Studio.

For more information, contact us at (513) 241 – 6550. Check us out on the web @ www.cincinnatilandmarkproductions.com

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January 18, 2017 · 6:03 pm

THE MUSIC MAN Runs Feb. 2-12

cu_the-music-man-promo1THE MUSIC MAN
Cedarville University Theatre
Feb. 2-12
Cedarville

Directed by Rebecca Baker

When fast-talking Harold Hill hears that no traveling salesman has ever won over stubborn River City, Iowa, he decides to give it a try! His biggest challenge is Marian the librarian, and in the process of trying to charm her, he falls in love himself. The Music Man celebrates a terrific score of marches, love songs and Barbershop quartets, along with great dance numbers and a family-friendly story. Come join us for this Tony Award winning Broadway favorite!

  • Thu, Feb. 2 at 8pm
  • Fri-Sat, Feb. 3-4 at 2pm & 8pm
  • Thu, Feb. 9 at 10am
  • Fri, Feb. 10 at 8pm
  • Sat, Feb. 11 at 2pm & 8pm
  • Sun, Feb. 12 at 3pm

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January 18, 2017 · 5:54 pm

Disney’s THE LITTLE MERMAID Review

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Photo by M. Kitaoka.

Disney’s THE LITTLE MERMAID presented Broadway in Cincinnati through Jan. 29. Click here for more information on the production. I attended the opening night performance.

For several reasons, last week was a bit rough for me on a personal level. Half-jokingly, I lamented, on Facebook, that I was overdue for some “Disney magic.” Thanks to the touring production of Disney’s THE LITTLE MERMAID, currently playing the Aronoff Center, I received a much-needed Disney magic booster.

The production features all your favorite characters and songs from the animated movie. The story has been tweaked a bit for the stage adaption, with the addition of several new scenes and songs.

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Photo by T. Martin.

Visually THE LITTLE MERMAID is stunning. The character costumes, designed by Amy Clark, are beautiful and cleverly conceived. From hiding the mer-folks’ (what do you call ’em, – oh) feet; to mimicking Flotsam & Jetsam’s smooth swimming style and electrifying personalities; to the construction of Ursula and Sebastian’s additional appendages.

Diana Huey as Ariel leads the talented and strong ensemble. She is enchanting to watch and handles the vocally challenging role with ease. Jennifer Allen is a treat as Ursula, making the bigger-than-life character her own.

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Photo by T. Martin.

The flying works extremely well in this production,  for both an airborne Scuttle and the swimming mer-folk. I think this is the first performance I’ve seen where all the actors were attached to their harnesses off stage, allowing that piece of stage magic to stay magical.

The only number that failed to reach its full potential, for me, was “Under the Sea.” As the number continually builds toward its conclusion, visually it just didn’t quite reach the same heights, but not for the lack of trying.

Overall a magical and entertaining experience for kids of all ages.

My rating: 4.75 out of 5

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