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August 16, 2018 · 11:21 am

SNAPSHOTS: A Musical Scrapbook Runs Sept. 14-22

MLT_Snapshots logoSNAPSHOTS: A Musical Scrapbook
Middletown Lyric Theatre
Sept. 14-22
[Middletown]

Direction and Musical Staging by Charley Shafor
Music Direction by Mary Ellen Clinard
Vocal Direction by Abbie Miller

Cast: Robin Baker, Janice Codispoti, Heather Crowe, Abbie Miller, Josiah Miller & Jonathan Pendergrass

An original new musical featuring the beloved songs from Academy Award-winning composer Stephen Schwartz (Wicked, Pippin, Godspell), SNAPSHOTS: A Musical Scrapbook is a touching and authentic look into how we fall in love and the poignant power of trusting our hearts and memories. Sue has her bags packed, her farewell note written and the resolution to leave her husband, Dan, after decades of their lives entwined. Finding herself in their dusty, suburban attic for a final goodbye to the life they led, Sue is startled when Dan arrives home early from his all-consuming job. Surrounded by a lifetime of memories and phantoms of their former selves, Sue and Dan embark on a cerebral journey to the past, rediscovering their true love that remained hidden in a lifetime of Snapshots.

  • Fri-Sat, Sept. 14-15 at 8pm
  • Fri, Sept. 21 at 8pm
  • Sat, Sept. 22 at 3pm & 8pm

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August 16, 2018 · 10:59 am

The Who’s TOMMY Runs Sept. 14-21

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The Who’s TOMMY
Memorial Hall
Sept. 14-21
[Over-the-Rhine]

Directed & choreographed by Leslie Goddard
Music Director Steve Goers
Produced by Joshua Steele

Cast: Noah Berry as Tommy / Narrator, Annie Schneider as Mrs. Walker, Zack Steele* as Captain Walker, Sean Mette as Uncle Ernie, Kyle Kemph as Cousin Kevin / Ensemble, Tia Seay as Acid Queen / Ensemble & Katie Johannigman* as Dance Captain / Ensemble
Ensemble: John Woll, Hannah Gregory, Heather Hale & Hillary Hahn

After witnessing the accidental murder of his mother’s lover by his father, Tommy is traumatized into catatonia and, as the boy grows, he suffers abuse at the hands of his sadistic relatives and neighbors. As an adolescent, he’s discovered to have an uncanny knack for playing pinball and, when his mother finally breaks through his catatonia, he becomes an international pinball superstar.

Featuring The Who classics “Pinball Wizard,” “Listening To You” and “I’m Free,” The Who’s TOMMY is an exhilarating tale of hope, healing and the human spirit. The story of the pinball-playing, deaf, dumb and blind boy who triumphs over his adversities has inspired, amazed and puzzled audiences for more than 40 years.

  • Fri-Sat, Sept. 14-15 at 8pm
  • Thu-Fri, Sept. 20-21 at 8pm

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August 16, 2018 · 10:29 am

THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME Runs Sept. 14-15

D2D_The Hunchback of Notre Dame logoTHE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME
Dare to Defy Productions
Sept. 14-15
Victoria Theatre [Dayton]

This brand-new musical production is an epic and emotionally charged retelling of the famous Victor Hugo love story of the beautiful gypsy girl Esmeralda, the scorned bell-ringer Quasimodo and the dashing Captain Phoebus, set in 15th century Paris. For the first time two masters of stage and screen, composer Alan Menken (The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, Newsies, Aladdin) and lyricist Stephen Schwartz (Wicked, Godspell, Pippin) join forces to adapt this time-honored story for the musical stage. The music’s orchestral power and choral beauty, along with bold and dramatic theatrics create a powerful rendition of this timeless tale.

  • Fri, Sept. 14 at 8pm
  • Sat, Sept. 15 at 2pm & 8pm

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August 16, 2018 · 10:11 am

A FEW GOOD MEN Runs Sept. 13-Oct. 7

CCPA_A Few Good Man logoA FEW GOOD MEN
Covedale Center for the Performing Arts
Sept. 3-Oct. 7
[West Price Hill]

Directed by Ed Cohen

Cast: Erin Carr as Lt. JoAnne Galloway, Rory Sheridan as Lt. Kaffee, A.J. Ford as Col. Jessup, Nathan Tubbs as Lt. Weinberg, Jeremiah Plessinger as Capt. Jack Ross, Gregory Bossler as Judge/Captain Julius Randolph, Phineas Clark as Capt. Mathew Markinson, Andy Donnelly as Pfc. William Santiago, Trent Marcum as Pvt. Lance Cpl. Harold Dawson, Tanner McDole as Pfc. Louden Downey, Jarod Garel as Dr. Walter Stone, Jim Waldfogle as Capt. Isaac Whitaker, Eric Minion as Lt. Jonathan Kendrick, Freer Mace as Cp. Jeffrey Howard & Zac Holman as Ensemble

The trial of two Marines for complicity in the death of a fellow Marine at Guantanamo Bay sizzles on stage. The Navy lawyer, a callow young man more interested in softball games than the case, expects a plea bargain and a cover-up of what really happened. Prodded by a female member of his defense team, the lawyer eventually makes a valiant effort to defend his clients and, in so doing, puts the military mentality and the Marine code of honor on trial.

  • Thu, Sept. 13 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, Sept. 14-15 at 8pm
  • Sun, Sept. 16 at 2pm
  • Thu, Sept. 20 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, Sept. 21-22 at 8pm
  • Sun, Sept. 23 at 2pm
  • Thu, Sept. 27 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, Sept. 28-29 at 8pm
  • Sun, Sept. 30 at 2pm
  • Thu, Oct. 4 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, Oct. 5-6 at 8pm
  • Sun, Oct. 7 at 2pm

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August 16, 2018 · 8:56 am

The Carnegie Hosts Dueling Piano Performance Saturday, September 8, 2018

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Felix and Fingers Dueling Pianos.

COVINGTON, KY. –  On Saturday, September 8, 2018, The Carnegie will welcome Felix and Fingers to the Otto M. Budig Theatre for a dueling piano performance sure to entertain audiences of all ages.

Based out of Chicago, but featuring Cincinnati native Mike Sherman, the group will play songs from “Ain’t Too Proud to Beg,” to “Shut Up and Dance,” to “The Way You Look Tonight,” to “Friend Like Me,” and everything in between in their signature dueling piano style. The result is an interactive show that thrives on engagement through music and comedy. 

“This show is all laughs and all requests from the audience,” said Carnegie Theatre Director Maggie Perrino. “These talented pianists and singers create a completely unique comedy show featuring you and your favorite songs at each and every performance. You won’t want to miss this fun night at the theatre.”

Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the concert begins at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $25, $22 for Carnegie Members, and are available in advance at www.thecarnegie.com or by calling The Carnegie Box office at (859) 957-1940 Tuesday – Friday noon – 5:00 p.m.

The Carnegie is located at 1028 Scott Boulevard in Covington, KY. Gallery hours are Wednesday – Saturday, noon – 5:00 p.m. during exhibitions. For more information, call (859) 491-2030 or visit The Carnegie’s website at www.thecarnegie.com. 

The 2018-19 Carnegie Theatre Series is presented by the Otto M. Budig Family Foundation. Additional support comes from the Kentucky Department of Tourism. 

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 About The Carnegie: The Carnegie is Northern Kentucky’s largest multidisciplinary arts venue providing theatre events, educational programs and art exhibitions to the Northern Kentucky and Greater Cincinnati community. The Carnegie facility is home to The Carnegie Galleries, the Otto M. Budig Theatre, and the Eva G. Farris Education Center.  More information about The Carnegie is available at www.thecarnegie.com or by calling (859) 491-2030.

The Carnegie receives ongoing operating support from Cincinnati International Wine Festival, The Greater Cincinnati Foundation, Kenton County Fiscal Courts, the City of Covington, and the Kentucky Arts Council. The Carnegie is also supported by the generosity of more than 40,000 contributors to the ArtsWave Community Campaign.

 

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