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March 6, 2020 · 1:52 pm

Who’s the Fairest of them all? Cincinnati Ballet’s Family Series: SNOW WHITE!

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Photo by Aaron M. Conway.

We have made the decision to cancel our upcoming March 28-April 5 performances of Family Series: SNOW WHITE at the Aronoff Center. Click here for more information.

SNOW WHITE will be added to the 2020-2021 Season, in lieu of The Little Mermaid. Cincinnati Ballet is committed to the health of our community and these are difficult but necessary decisions. If you are a ticket holder to an affected performance, we will be reaching out to you directly.

The classic story is now a kid-friendly ballet at the Aronoff March 28–April 5 + Sensory Friendly Performance 

CINCINNATI, OH (March 6, 2020) – Cincinnati Ballet’s hugely popular Family Series returns for its third season with an all-new production of Snow White. The classic story comes to life with Snow White and her animal friends, the seven merry dwarfs and, of course, the Vain Queen! The kid-friendly ballet features the Cincinnati Ballet Second Company – CB2 dancers, with students from Cincinnati Ballet’s Professional Training Division and Otto M. Budig Academy. Experience Family Series: Snow White at the Aronoff Center for eight performances March 28 to April 5, and a special sensory-friendly performance on Friday, April 3 at 6:30 pm.

Cincinnati Ballet’s Family Series is the perfect introduction to ballet for audiences of all ages, with dazzling costumes and sets and live narration by actors playing the Brother Grimm, the authors of the original story. The narrators make it so easy for even the youngest kiddos in the family to understand the story being performed on stage.

Mom and Dad – also don’t forget to get to the show EARLY! The Aronoff Center lobby will be transformed into a scene from Snow White, with fun activities designed to engage children with a special focus on learning more about dance, costumes, and storytelling.  The purpose is to make the entire ballet-going experience one that is compelling and informative for even the youngest of audience members.

Cincinnati Ballet is also proud to continue its sensory-friendly offerings with this production of Family Series: Snow White. The 6:30 pm performance on Friday, April 3 is designed to create an experience that is welcoming and inviting to any patron or child with sensory sensitivities or specific needs. Accommodations include gentle lighting and sound, increased staffing with on-hand specialists, and a flexible, open-door theater environment with designated spaces where parents and children can take a break from the performance.

Tickets start at just $20.

For more information, please call our Patron Engagement Office at 513.621.5282.

PERFORMANCE DATES AND INFORMATION

WHO:
Cincinnati Ballet Second Company (CB2), Professional Training Division Dancers, Otto M. Budig Academy students

Choreography: Pamela Robinson-Harris

WHAT:
Family Series: SNOW WHITE

WHEN:         

  • Saturday, March 28 – 10:30 am, 2:00 pm
  • Sunday, March 29 – 1:00 pm & 4:30 pm
  • Friday, April 3 – 6:30 pm (Sensory Friendly Performance)
  • Saturday, April 4 – 10:30 am, 2:00 pm
  • Sunday, April 5 – 1:00 pm, 4:30 pm

WHERE:
Procter & Gamble Hall
Aronoff Center for the Arts
650 Walnut Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202

HOW:           

  • Call 513.621.5282, visit cballet.org, or
  • visit the Cincinnati Ballet Box Office at 1555 Central Parkway

About Cincinnati Ballet
Since 1963, Cincinnati Ballet has been the cornerstone professional ballet company of the region, presenting a bold and adventurous array of classical, full-length ballets and contemporary works, regularly with live orchestral accompaniment. Under the artistic direction of Victoria Morgan, Cincinnati Ballet has become a creative force within the larger dance community, commissioning world premiere works and exploring unique collaborations with artists as diverse as Grammy winning guitarist Peter Frampton and popular, Ohio-based band Over the Rhine. With a mission to enrich, expand, and excel in the art of dance through performance, a high-caliber academy, and impactful education and outreach in local to global communities, Cincinnati Ballet reaches beyond the stage in programs that allow every person in the region to be part of the continued evolution of dance. To that end, Cincinnati Ballet presents exhilarating performances, extensive education outreach programs and offers top level professional ballet training at Cincinnati Ballet Otto M. Budig Academy. 

CONNECT: READ / WATCH / LISTEN / LEARN / ENJOY at cballet.org

Cincinnati Ballet 2019-2020 Season Sponsors: Rhonda & Larry A. Sheakley, ArtsWave, Mercy Health, Louise Dieterle Nippert Musical Arts Fund, Ohio Arts Council, John A. Schroth Family Charitable Trust, Frisch’s Big Boy, Knowlton

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March 6, 2020 · 12:10 pm

NO EXIT Runs March 20-22

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Thomas More University
March 20-22
[Crestview Hills]

Directed by Greg Procaccino

Sarte’s famous existentialist play follows three people to a room in hell, where their torture is revealed to be each other’s company. Three damned souls, Garcin, Inez, and Estelle, are brought to a lavish room to await their punishment. While they expected some sort of torture chamber to punish them in the afterlife, they instead begin to realize where the true torment really lies. Their constant arguing finally has Garcin state the famous line: “Hell is other people”. An exploration of human nature and relationships, No Exit is a play brimming with sardonic wit. You’ll laugh. You’ll ponder life’s meaning. You’ll have a devilishly good time.

  • Fri-Sat, March 20-21 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, March 22 at 2pm

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March 6, 2020 · 11:33 am

Auditions Announced for NANA’S NAUGHTY KNICKERS at Commonwealth Theatre Company

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Updated Audition Notice for Nana’s Naughty Knickers by Katherine DiSavino

In-person auditions scheduled for March 26 have been canceled and will move to video submission.

Interested individuals should submit a video of a 60 second comedic monologue in the style of the show. Video files or YouTube links can be sent to theatre@nku.edu. The deadline for video submissions is Friday, April 10 at 5:00 p.m.

All roles are paid.

The production will run July 9-26, 2020 with performances on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Rehearsals will begin the second week of June.

A headshot and resume are appreciated.

All roles are available.

Synopsis:

Bridget and her Grandmother are about to become roommates. However, what Bridget saw as a unique opportunity to stay with her favorite Nana in New York for the summer quickly turns into an experience she’ll never forget. It seems her sweet Grandma is running an illegal boutique from her apartment, selling hand-made naughty knickers to every senior citizen in the five borough area!

Will Bridget be able to handle all the excitement? Will her Nana get arrested – or worse! – evicted?

Character Breakdown:

  • SYLVIA CHARLES – In her early eighties, living like she’s in her early twenties. The mastermind behind Saucy Slips, Etc., and the proud tenant of a rent controlled apartment.
  • VERA WALTERS – Sylvia’s aged accomplice: equipped with two hearing aids and a collapsible walker.
  • BRIDGET CHARLES – Sylvia’s unsuspecting, 20-something, soon-to-be-law-student granddaughter.
  • TOM O’GRADY – The newest cop on the force, happily assigned the beat where Sylvia’s apartment is.
  • GIL SCHMIDT – The landlord, overly eager to rid himself of his aged tenants. 60s.
  • HEATHER VAN PREE – Employee of Saucy Slips, looking for better opportunities, a modeling career, or just her boxes.
  • CLAIR – The big client. Mid 60s.
  • VOICE – The man at the front desk. Slightly bored and always sarcastic. Can double as one of the UPS men.
  • UPS MAN – Cute and a little lonely.
  • OTHER UPS MAN – The strong and silent type. For doubling purposes, this could be the same actor that plays Heather, Clair or Mr. Schmidt, as long as the audience doesn’t recognize them as such.

Nana’s Naughty Knickers is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals.

Auditions for Commonwealth Theatre Company’s annual summer dinner theatre season will continue on Thursday evening, March 26, 2020 beginning at 6:00 p.m. for their upcoming production of NANA’S NAUGHTY KNICKERS.

Interested auditionees should call the NKU Theatre and Dance Program office at 859.-572.6362 to schedule an audition appointment. No walk-up auditionees will be seen.

Auditions will take place on Northern Kentucky University’s campus in the Fine Arts Center, room 378. Auditionees should plan to park in the Welcome Center Garage or Parking Lot I. For a map of campus and driving directions, please visit: http://map.nku.edu

All roles are paid.

The production will run between July 9 – 26, 2020 with performances on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Rehearsals will begin the second week of June.

Audition Requirements:
Actors may prepare either a 60 second contemporary comedic monologue or choose to read from the script. Should you choose to read from the script, sides will be provided prior to the audition. When scheduling your audition time, please let us know if you’d a copy of the sides.

If callbacks are necessary, they will be held at 6pm on March 27th at NKU.

A headshot and resume are appreciated.

All roles are available.

Synopsis:
Bridget and her Grandmother are about to become roommates. However, what Bridget saw as a unique opportunity to stay with her favorite Nana in New York for the summer quickly turns into an experience she’ll never forget. It seems her sweet Grandma is running an illegal boutique from her apartment, selling hand-made naughty knickers to every senior citizen in the five borough area!

Will Bridget be able to handle all the excitement? Will her Nana get arrested – or worse! – evicted?

Character Breakdown:

SYLVIA CHARLES – In her early eighties, living like she’s in her early twenties. The mastermind behind Saucy Slips, Etc., and the proud tenant of a rent controlled apartment.

VERA WALTERS – Sylvia’s aged accomplice: equipped with two hearing aids and a collapsible walker.

BRIDGET CHARLES – Sylvia’s unsuspecting, 20-something, soon-to-be-law-student granddaughter.

TOM O’GRADY – The newest cop on the force, happily assigned the beat where Sylvia’s apartment is.

GIL SCHMIDT – The landlord, overly eager to rid himself of his aged tenants. 60s.

HEATHER VAN PREE – Employee of Saucy Slips, looking for better opportunities, a modeling career, or just her boxes.

CLAIR – The big client. Mid 60s.

VOICE – The man at the front desk. Slightly bored and always sarcastic. Can double as one of the UPS men.

UPS MAN – Cute and a little lonely.

OTHER UPS MAN – The strong and silent type. For doubling purposes, this could be the same actor that plays Heather, Clair or Mr. Schmidt, as long as the audience doesn’t recognize them as such.

Nana’s Naughty Knickers is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals.

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March 6, 2020 · 11:09 am

Auditions Announced for ANNIE GET YOUR GUN at Mason Community Players

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Mason Community Players is auditioning its summer musical, ANNIE GET YOUR GUN online!

This light-hearted telling of the life of sharpshooter Annie Oakley, born and raised in Southwest Ohio, is slated to grace the stage in July.

The cast includes 14 principals, an additional 8 named roles, and a large ensemble portraying the performers in two Wild West Shows, New York socialites, and avid fans from cities across the country.

Since the show is in July, there are not plans at this time to cancel or postpone.

MCP will continue to monitor the current situation and will inform the theatre community as soon as possible about plans for this show.

To Audition:

  1. Please fill out and submit the online audition form.
  2. Please prepare an uptempo song showing your musical range; one which is not from the score of ANNIE GET YOUR GUN.
    Those under 10 who audition may sing a song from memory. (It can be as simple as “Happy Birthday” or be more complex such as a song from a favorite Disney movie.) Video yourself in a full body shot performing the song. Consider it your opportunity to impress the audition panel.
  3. Prepare a resume that includes your theatrical training and experience. Please be specific about your experience in the field of dance. Have you had dance training? If so, in which styles and at what level? For how long have you studied dance and with whom? Do you have collegiate training in dance? Is your experience in dance from doing shows? Please list all shows in which you were required to dance, the role in that show and if you were a featured dancer.
  4. Supply a head shot – it can be a selfie. This is mostly for organization purposes to identify all those interested.
  5. Click here to access the audition form.
  6. Submit the resume and the photo to agyg@masonplayers.org

Complete the submissions by April 20, 2020.

Rehearsals will tentatively begin in mid-May.

The show will be presented July 17th, 18th, 23rd, 24th, and 25th at 8:00 PM and July 19th at 2:00 PM

Visit masonplayers.org for show synopsis and character descriptions.

Auditions for Mason Community Players’ Annie Get Your Gun  will not be occurring in-person on Tuesday, March 24th, Sunday, March 29th or Tuesday, March 31st. 

We are in the process of developing an online solution for auditions and will announce that soon! Be looking for more information within the week.

Since the show is in July, there are not plans at this time to cancel or postpone. MCP will continue to monitor the current situation and will inform the theatre community as soon as possible about plans for this show.

From all of us to all of you … you remain in our thoughts and hearts as we walk through this journey, keep safe!

MCP will audition its summer musical, ANNIE GET YOUR GUN, this month. This light-hearted telling of the life of sharpshooter Annie Oakley, born and raised in Southwest Ohio, will grace the stage in July.

The cast includes 14 principals, an additional 8 named roles, and a large ensemble portraying the performers in two Wild West Shows, New York socialites, and avid fans from cities across the country.

Auditions will be held

  • Tuesday, March 24, 2020 from 6:30 to 9:30 PM
  • Sunday, March 29, 2020 from 1:00 to 5:00 PM and
  • Tuesday, March 31, 2020 from 6:30 to 9:30 PM

at Theatre 42, 2752 S. US Rte 42, Lebanon, OH 45036

Rehearsals will begin May 11th.
The show will be presented July 17th, 18th, 23rd, 24th, and 25th at 8:00 PM and
July 19th at 2:00 PM

  • Those auditioning should prepare an uptempo song showing their musical range; one which is not from the score of ANNIE GET YOUR GUN.
  • Please bring sheet music – an accompanist will be provided.
  • Those under 10 who audition should be prepared to sing a song from memory. (It can be as simple as “Happy Birthday” or be more complex such as a song from a favorite Disney movie.)
  • Be prepared to learn a short dance for the choreographer.
  • The audition will include cold readings from the script.

Families are welcome to participate together. There are four roles for performers age 13 and younger, as well as opportunities for young performers to be a part of the ensemble.

The show will be directed by Laureen Catlin and produced by Rebecca McLaughlin. The production staff will include Vocal Director Sara Davis, Instrumental Director Larry Hirth, Choreographer Eric Grimm, and Stage Manager Stephanie Dalsfoist.

If you are unable to attend auditions but are interested in being a part of the cast, please contact the director, laureen.catlin@gmail.com, for alternative arrangements.

A show synopsis, character descriptions and more information about the show can be found at masonplayers.org.

The direct link is
https://www.masonplayers.org/j15/index.php/more-about-mcp/stagedoor-news/177-auditions-announced-for-annie-get-your-gun.

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March 6, 2020 · 10:47 am

Irving Berlin’s Classic ANNIE GET YOUR GUN Opens at Footlighters, Inc. April 23, 2020

FLI_Annie Get Your Gun logoFootlighters, Inc. proudly presents the last show of its 2019-2020 season, the classic Annie Get Your Gun.

Annie Oakley is the best shot around, and she manages to support her younger siblings by selling the game she hunts. When she’s discovered by Col. Buffalo Bill, he persuades the novel sharpshooter to join his Wild West Show. It only takes one glance for her to fall head over heels for dashing shooting ace Frank Butler, who headlines the show. Annie soon eclipses Frank as the main attraction which, while good for business, is bad for romance. Will her success with a gun jeopardize Annie’s chance at love?

Featuring classic songs such as “Anything You Can Do (I Can Do Better)” and “There’s No Business Like Show Business”, the rousing, sure-fire finale hits the mark every time in a testament to the power of female ingenuity.

Annie Get Your Gun marks the Footlighters’ debut of veteran director Gina Kleesattel. Gina spent the last 20 years teaching musical theatre, drama, arts administration, and stage management at SCPA as well as directing over 20 musicals. Prior to SCPA, she was a stage manager, director, writer, and producer for 22 years at numerous venues, including: Showboat Majestic, Cincinnati Zoo Festival of Lights, Kincaid Regional Theatre, Ovation Theatre, Kings Productions Parks, and Carowinds Theme Park. Annie Get Your Gun is a family affair for Gina as she is joined by her brother and longtime Footlighters’ bassist Chuck Kleesattel playing in the show’s orchestra, and her son Alan Kleesattel as the show’s lighting designer.

Performances:

  • Thursday-Saturday, April 23-25 at 7:30pm
  • Sunday, April 26 at 2:00pm
  • Thursday-Saturday, April 30- May 2 at 7:30pm
  • Sunday, May 3 at 2:00pm
  • Wednesday- Saturday, May 6-9 7:30pm

Tickets: $22 each and are available at (859) 652-3849 or FootlightersTickets@gmail.com.

The Footlighters, Inc. has been producing quality community theater shows in the Greater Cincinnati area for over 55 years. The group was established in 1963 by a small group of community theater volunteers who wanted to bring theater opportunities to the west side of Cincinnati.

In 1987, the group bought the Salem United Methodist Church in Newport and transformed it into The Stained Glass Theatre. The theater is on the National Register of Historic Places and is designated a Kentucky landmark. In September of 2018, Footlighters added an ADA ramp to the front of their building to complement the elevator installed in September of 2017, allowing access for all patrons with limited mobility.

For more information, please visit www.footlighters.org or “like” The Footlighters, Inc. on Facebook.

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