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August 22, 2018 · 11:11 am

The Sky’s the Limit with The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati’s 2018-2019 Season!

TCTC_2018-19 Season logoSingle tickets go on sale to the public TODAY!

Cincinnati – Single tickets to all productions in the 2018-2019 Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati MainStage season at the Taft Theatre are available starting TODAY, Wednesday, August 22.  Single ticket prices start at $10 plus fees. Tickets are available through ticketmaster.com or by calling 800-745-3000.

The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati’s 94th MainStage season will take audiences “up, up and away” with a SUPER season opener for Tri-State students and families at the Taft Theatre.

TCT MainStage at the Taft season:

  • SUPERMAN™ (October 6-15, 2018)
  • SANTA CLAUS: THE MUSICAL (December 8-17, 2018)
  • DISNEY’S THE JUNGLE BOOK KIDS (February 16-25, 2019)
  • SLEEPING BEAUTY (April 27-May 6, 2019)

“We are 94 years young – and we still haven’t grown up!” said Producing Artistic Director, Roderick Justice.  “Our lineup has something for everyone, while enhancing our mission (To educate, entertain and engage audiences of all ages through professional theatrical productions and arts education programming). After two years in the making, we are thrilled to kick off our season with an exciting collaboration.”

The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati’s creative team, theatrical licensing agent Tams-Witmark, and DC Comics have joined forces to adapt and premier a TYA (Theatre for Young Audiences) version of the 1966 musical It’s A Bird, It’s a Plane, It’s Superman (SUPERMAN™)

President of Tams-Witmark, Sargent Aborn, states, “The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati had this wonderful idea to create a TYA version of “It’s a Bird, It’s a Plane, It’s Superman“. Tams-Witmark and the authors of the show are excited to see the results.”

Along with SUPERMAN™, Season 94 brings to life a regional-premiere holiday musical (Santa Claus: The Musical); a new creative vision in store for Mowgli and his friends (Disney’s The Jungle Book KIDS); and another world-premiere musical with Ken Jones (Sleeping Beauty).

About the MainStage at the Taft Season:

SUPERMAN™
October 6-15, 2018

Book by David Newman and Robert Benton. Based upon the comic strip “Superman.” Music by Charles Strouse. Lyrics by Lee Adams. Broadway production produced by Harold Prince. In association with Ruth Mitchell. Directed for the Broadway stage by Harold Prince. Adapted for Tams-Witmark by The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati. Script Adaption: Eric Byrd, Associate Artistic Director. Musical Arrangements: Brian Hoffman, Music Director. Roderick Justice, Producing Artistic Director

SUPERMAN™ is the tale of Superman’s efforts to defeat a vengeful scientist, the new villain Dr. Abner Sedgwick, who seeks to destroy the world’s symbol of good. In this premiere adaptation of the 1966 musical, It’s a Bird, It’s a Plane, It’s Superman, this brand-new version is a comic book come-to-life. Geared to young audiences, this musical will be sure to soar up, up and away into the hearts of all children and the young at heart. 

SANTA CLAUS: THE MUSICAL
December 8-17, 2018

Book by Noah Putterman. Music & Lyrics by David Christensen & Luke Holloway.

After 1,000 years of faithful service, Santa Claus has decided to retire. But not all the elves in Santa’s Workshop are too thrilled about his chosen replacement. With the help of his tech-savvy daughter, Beatrice, website designer Nick is in for the adventure of his life as he prepares to take over the reins to Santa’s sleigh…before the next Christmas! Jam-packed with a sleigh-full of fun, energetic and original Christmas music, Santa Claus: The Musical will be sure to put you and your entire family in the holiday spirit! 

DISNEY’S THE JUNGLE BOOK KIDS
February 16-25, 2019

Music and Lyrics by Richard M. Sherman, Robert B. Sherman and Terry Gilkyson.  Book Adapted and Additional Lyrics by Marcy Heisler.  Music Adapted and Arranged by Bryan Louiselle.  Based on the Screenplay by Larry Clemmons.  Based on the Novel, “The Jungle Book” by Rudyard Kipling.

The jungle is jumpin’ with a jazzy beat in Disney’s The Jungle Book KIDS. Specially adapted from the classic Disney animated film, this musical features a host of colorful characters and your favorite songs from the animated movie.  Based on the works of Rudyard Kipling, the “Man-Cub” Mowgli, bounds through the jungle and learns what it means to be human.  You won’t want to miss this culturally-infused and spectacular Disney classic!

SLEEPING BEAUTY
April 27-May 6, 2019

Story and book by Ken Jones, music by Jamey Strawn and lyrics by Christine Jones.

A clever take on the classic fairy tale, this new rock musical comedy is packed with humor, heart and a powerful message!

The impulsive but courageous Princess Aurora (who prefers to be called Rory) defies the age-old tradition of attending ‘Princess School’, and sets out on her own to discover all the Kingdom has to offer. But along the way, she encounters her evil Fairy Godmother, the magnificent Magnilda, who placed a curse on Aurora when she was a child, causing her to fall into a deep sleep. This sleeping beauty will awaken only with a kiss from her true love. Once she is fully awake and ready to rock, the feisty Princess Rory begins a whirlwind quest to defeat Magnilda and restore order to the Kingdom.

The creators of Sleeping Beauty previously wrote TCT’s 2016 production of Snow White and the Dancing Dwarfs, and TCT’s 2013 holiday production of The Day Before Christmas as well as other successful shows including:  Burgertown, CHURCH GIRLS Umatilla USA, and A. LINCOLN: A Pioneer Tale.

Important to note:  The Children’s Theatre’s four Broadway-style MainStage productions will continue to be performed in the historic Taft Theatre in downtown Cincinnati.

Subscriptions for all four productions are still available and range from $43 to $103.  For information, to download an order form, or to order online visit www.thechildrenstheatre.com.

The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati is supported by the generosity of almost 40,000 contributors to the ArtsWave Community Campaign.  The Ohio Arts Council helped fund this program with state tax dollars to encourage economic growth, educational excellence and cultural enrichment for all Ohioans.

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August 22, 2018 · 10:53 am

Auditions Announced for IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE: Live Radio Play at Lebanon Theatre Company

LTC_logoLebanon Theatre Company ​is holding auditions for our upcoming production, IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE: Live Radio Play at our S. Mechanic St. theater on the following days/times.

  • Sat, Sep. 8, from 10am-noon
  • Sun, Sep. 9, from 2-4pm

Directed by Adam Jones
Produced by Dawn Stone

​The director is looking to cast adult and children’s roles. Auditions will be a cold reading from the script, provided at auditions.

Adult Roles

  • FREDDIE FILMORE  – The Announcer to WBFR’s evening program, “It’s a Wonderful Life”. Portrays multiple characters of varied ages including Mr. Gower – the proprietor of the corner drug store, Henry Potter – the scrooge-like character who owns all of Bedford Falls, and many more! Looking for a character actor who is able to achieve a wide range of voices and expressions.
  • JAKE LAURENTS – The charming actor in the evening’s program who portrays the everyman of Bedford Falls, George Bailey. Looking for an actor who is able to convey sincerity, ambition, love, despair, and joy. This actor remains the same character throughout.
  • SALLY APPLEWHITE – The sweet ingénue in the evening’s program who plays the devoted, Mary Hatch (later Mary Bailey). Looking for an actress who is able to convey sincerity, love, concern, determination, and joy. This actress remains the same character throughout.
  • LANA SHERWOOD – The vibrant vixen in the evening’s program who portrays multiple characters of varied ages including the sultry temptress of Bedford Falls, Violet Blick, an encouraging mother to George, Rose Bailey, and many more! Looking for a character actress who is able to achieve a wide range of voices and expressions.
  • HARRY “JAZZBO” HEYWOOD – The comedic wing-man in the evening’s program who portrays multiple characters such as everyone’s favorite guardian angel, Clarence Oddbody, young brother to George, Harry Bailey, and many more! Looking for a character actor who is able to achieve a wide range of voices and expressions.

Children’s Roles

  • ZUZU BAILY / YOUNG VIOLET – (Age 6 -11)  Looking for a sassy and confident young lady to portray these two fun characters. You will double as George and Mary’s youngest daughter and the kid version of Violet Blick.
  • TOMMY BAILEY / YOUNG HARRY  – (Age 8 – 11)  Looking for a funny young man who can burp on command….or can pretend really well! You will double as youngest son to George and Mary as well as the kid version of Harry.
  • PETE BAILEY / YOUNG GEORGE – (Age 8 – 11)  Looking for confident young man who is able to portray bravery, maturity, and compassion. You will double as George and Mary’s oldest son as well as the kid version of George.
  • JANIE BAILEY / YOUNG MARY – (Age 8 – 11) Looking for a confident young lady who is able to portray sweetness and love. You will double as the oldest daughter to George and Mary and the kid version of Mary. ​

Performances run Nov. 30-Dec. 9.

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August 22, 2018 · 10:22 am

BOEING BOEING Runs Sept. 21-30

LTC_Boing Boing logoBOEING BOEING
Lebanon Theatre Company
Sept. 21-30
[Lebanon]

Directed by Cherie Cooper-Darragh
Produced by Kurt Percy

Cast: Angie Markham as Gloria, Mike Cline as Bernard, Mary Alexander as Berthe, Adam Jones as Robert, Rachel Beck as Gabriella & Abby Smith as Gretchen

Revived on Broadway in 2007 in a Tony-winning production, this 1960’s French farce (adapted for the English-speaking stage) features self-styled Parisian lothario Bernard, who has Italian, German, and American fiancées, each beautiful airline hostesses with frequent “layovers.” He keeps “one up, one down, and one pending” until unexpected schedule changes bring all three to Paris, and Bernard’s apartment, at the same time.

  • Fri-Sat, Sept. 21-22 at 8pm
  • Sun, Sept. 23 at 2pm
  • Fri-Sat, Sept. 28-29 at 8pm
  • Sun, Sept. 30 at 2pm

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August 22, 2018 · 10:04 am

SHREK The Musical Runs Sept. 21-23

ACTUP_Shrek logoSHREK The Musical
Acting Up
Sept. 21-23
Mason High School Theatre

Directed by Caroline Hall
Vocal & orchestra direction by Jeanne Bilyeu
Choreographed by Shawn Flick
Produced by Laura Peebles

Official cast list (scroll down)

Based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film, SHREK The Musical is a Tony Award-winning fairy tale adventure,. “Once upon a time, there was a little ogre named Shrek….” And thus begins the tale of an unlikely hero who finds himself on a life-changing journey alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a feisty princess who resists her rescue. Throw in a short-tempered bad guy, a cookie with an attitude and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you’ve got the kind of mess that calls for a real hero. Luckily, there’s one on hand… and his name is Shrek.

  • Fri, Sept. 21 at 7pm
  • Sat, Sept. 22 at 2pm &  7pm
  • Sun, Sept. 23 at 2pm

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August 22, 2018 · 9:47 am

Falcon Theatre to Kick Off 2018-19 Season with YANKEE TAVERN

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Becca Howell, Ted J Weil, Terry Godsin and Kyle Daniels. Photo by Kristy Rucker.

“Just because you’re paranoid doesn’t mean they’re not after you,” wrote Joseph Heller in his 1961 novel Catch-22.

Whether we Americans, as a lot, are paranoid is debatable. What’s not debatable is that we have an affinity for–if not an an outright obsession with–conspiracies and conspiracy theories. But why? Why, after more than fifty years, can so many among us still refuse to accept official accounts of the JFK assassination? That the moon landing was real? That Elvis didn’t fake his own death?

Falcon Theatre will open its 2018-19 season with Steven Dietz’s conspiracy-grounded thriller YANKEE TAVERN. Set five years after the events of September 11, 2001, the play uses the mother of all conspiracy theories as the conceit for a powerful and frightening drama that confronts our search for closure through endless tall tales.

Director Tracy M. Schoster wants audiences to know that while 9/11 serves as the backdrop for YANKEE TAVERN, it is not a story about 9/11. “At their base, conspiracy theories appeal to our need for a feeling of control in a world that is spinning out of control,” says Ms. Schoster. “We humans hate randomness and the arbitrary occurrences that can devastate our lives. If we have something to point to…to blame…the acceptance of these occurrences becomes easier.”

“The play’s four characters have all suffered loss, something out of their control, directly or indirectly related to 9/11…a father, a best friend, a lover, a way of life,” says Ms. Schoster. “And, rather than believing the hard reality right in front of them, they choose the easier road of conspiracy…to regain control via an explanation of the random event. It’s how they choose to focus that control that produces the consequences that drive the action of the play.”

The Miami Herald says that YANKEE TAVERN “isn’t really about what did or didn’t happen; it’s about the agony of uncertainty.” The Palm Beach New Times says that the play is “a helluva show. You’ll be scared by the intimations of Act One; you’ll be moved by the awful events of Act Two. And when the terrible day is discussed, you will hear the millennium’s fresh ghosts rattling through the walls of the theater…and feel their unhappy gaze beaming from the tavern’s smudged, stained-glass windows.”

The Falcon production features Kyle Daniels as Adam, Becca Howell as Janet, Ted J. Weil as Ray, and Terry Gosdin as Palmer.

Performances are at 8 PM on September 28 and 29 and on October 4, 5, 6, 11, 12, and 13. Tickets prices are $25 for adults and $15 for students with ID. Patrons enjoy a $5 discount for Thursday performances. Visit falcontheater.net to reserve seats.

Falcon Theatre is located at 636 Monmouth Street in the heart of the Monmouth Street Historic District of Newport, Kentucky.

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