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August 18, 2021 · 9:23 am

AN EVENING WITH DAVID SEDARIS | Tue., Nov. 30, 2021 | Cincinnati Music Hall

CAA_An Evening with David Sedaris logoThe Best-Selling Author, Humorist and  Contributor to This American Life  
Live at Cincinnati Music Hall – November 30, 2021

On sale Friday, August 20 at 10:00 AM

(Cincinnati, OH) – WVXU-FM presents An Evening with David Sedaris, author of the previous bestsellers Calypso, Naked, Me Talk Pretty One Day, Dress Your Family in Corduroy and Denim, and regular National Public Radio contributor. Sedaris will be appearing for one night only at Cincinnati Music Hall on November 30, 2021 at 7:30 PM, following the release of his newest books The Best of Me and A Carnival of Snackery.

Tickets go on sale Friday, August 20 at 10:00 AM at www.CincinnatiArts.org, (513) 621-ARTS [2787], and the Aronoff Center Ticket Office downtown at 650 Walnut Street. For Group Sales of ten or more, call (513) 977-4157.

This is a unique opportunity to see the best-selling humorist in an intimate setting. As always, Sedaris will be offering a selection of all-new readings and recollections, as well as a Q&A session and book signing.

With sardonic wit and incisive social critiques, Mr. Sedaris has become one of America’s pre-eminent humor writers. The great skill with which he slices through cultural euphemisms and political correctness proves that Sedaris is a master of satire and one of the most observant writers addressing the human condition today. His new book, The Best of Me (Little Brown/ Hachette, Fall 2020), is a collection of 42 previously published stories and essays, about which novelist Andrew Sean Greer wrote in The New York Times: “You must read The Best of Me. It will be a new experience, knowing that enough time has passed to find humor in the hardest parts of life. More than ever — we’re allowed to laugh.”

If you love David Sedaris’s cheerfully misanthropic stories, you might think you know what you’re getting  into at his live readings. You’d be wrong. To see him read his own work on stage allows his autobiographical narrative to reveal a unique persona that will keep you laughing throughout  the evening. Don’t miss this event!

For more information, visit www.DavidSedarisOnTour.com.

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August 17, 2021 · 12:06 pm

Auditions Announced for Fall/Winter Productions at The Story Collective of Cincinnati

TSC_logoCalling all Cincy performers!!!   We are seeking talent (Ages 18 and up, any ethnicity and gender) for our fall and winter productions:

SIPS FOR THE STAGE: A live TSC benefit concert with wine tastings provided by Liberty Farm Market! Enjoy live musical performances and fun from your favorite shows, old and new, provided by performing members of The Story Collective!
Sept. 12 from 6-8pm at Liberty Farm Market.

MTI’S ALL TOGETHER NOW: An exclusive musical revue featuring songs from Music Theatre International’s most beloved shows. A global celebration of the return of local theatre!
Nov. 12 & 13 at 7pm.

CHRISTMAS AT THE BARN: A heartwarming celebration of the most wonderful time of the year! An evening of Christmas music sung by TSC performers with a live band.
Dec. 12 from 6-8pm at Liberty Farm Market.

Auditions will be held in-person on Saturday, August 28th from 5-8pm, at Montgomery Assembly of God in Montgomery, Ohio. For more information including signing up for a time slot, visit www.thestorycollective.org/auditions.

*Performer stipends available for each of the three events.

We can’t wait to meet you and to get these productions up and running!

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August 17, 2021 · 11:21 am

Auditions Announced for A CHRISTMAS STORY the Musical at La Comedia Dinner Theatre

LAC_logoLa Comedia Dinner Theatre in Springboro, Ohio will be an open audition for their upcoming production of A CHRISTMAS STORY on Saturday August 28, 2021 at 765 W. Central Ave., Springboro, Ohio.

9:00 AM CHILDREN

  • RALPHIE PARKER: 10-13 year old boy. Needs to be a strong singer with an unchanged voice. Also needs to act and move well.
  • RANDY PARKER: 8-11 year old boy. Needs to be a strong singer with an unchanged voice. Also needs to act and move well.
  • SCUT FARCUS: 13-17 year old boy. The bully, every child in town fears him. Needs to have a strong voice and presence on stage.
  • GROVER DILL: 13-17 year old boy. Scut’s right hand man, just as mean as he is. Needs to have a strong presence on stage.
  • ENSEMBLE CHILDREN: 7-17 year old boys and girls to play other roles throughout the show. Will sing and dance in production numbers.

10:30 AM ADULTS

  • JEAN SHEPHERD/NARRATOR: 40-60 Man. Strong actor with great presence and spark. He needs to be an animated storyteller with a deadpan sense of humor.
  • THE OLD MAN: 30-50. Good heart, but a rough exterior. Always expects the worst. High baritone/tenor range.
  • MOTHER: 30-50. More in charge than she lets on. Very much the “mom”, warm with a sense of humor. Mezzo soprano with a strong mix.
  • MISS SHIELDS: 20-40. The elementary school teacher. Needs to be a strong comedic actress. Comfortable with legit and strong Broadway-style belt.
  • ENSEMBLE: 18-older. Male and Female strong singers/actors/dancers to fill multiple roles.

Be prepared to sing 16 bars of an uptempo musical theatre song appropriate to the show.
Be prepared to learn a dance combination to show movement ability.
Please bring sheet music in appropriate key, current headshot and resume.

Director/Choreographer is Chris Beiser.

Rehearsals for Adults begin Monday Oct 18, 2021 (Mon-Sat 10-7).
Children’s rehearsal start date to be determined.

Performances Nov. 4 – Dec. 30, 2021. Wed-Sun Matinees & Evening Shows.

Questions call Kris Byerly (937)746-4554 ext 241.
Non-Equity.

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August 17, 2021 · 10:49 am

THE ODD COUPLE Runs Sept. 16-Oct. 10

CCPATHE ODD COUPLE
Covedale Center for the Performing Arts
Sept. 16-Oct. 10
[West Price Hill]

Directed by Greg Procaccino

Cast: Eric Kilpatrick as Felix Unger, Jeremiah Plessinger as Oscar Madison, Jeff Hartman as Murray the Cop, John Dorney as Vinnie, Matt Lovell as Speed, Don Volpenhein as Roy, Kate Stark as Cecily & Lesley Taylor as Gwendolyn

This classic comedy opens as a group of the guys assemble for cards in the apartment of divorced Oscar Madison. And if the mess is any indication, it’s no wonder that his wife left him. Late to arrive is Felix Unger, who has just been separated from his wife. Fastidious, depressed, and none too tense, Felix seems suicidal, but as the action unfolds, Oscar becomes the one with murder on his mind when the clean freak and the slob ultimately decide to room together with hilarious results as The Odd Couple is born.

  • Thu, Sept. 16 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, Sept. 17-18 at 8pm
  • Sun, Sept. 19 at 2pm
  • Thu, Sept. 23 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, Sept. 24-25 at 8pm
  • Sun, Sept. 26 at 2pm
  • Thu, Sept. 30 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, Oct. 1-2 at 8pm
  • Sun, Oct. 3 at 2pm
  • Thu, Oct. 7 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, Oct. 8-9 at 8pm
  • Sun, Oct. 10 at 2pm

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August 17, 2021 · 10:21 am

MONGREL Runs Aug. 26-Sept. 12

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MONGREL
Know Theatre of Cincinnati
Aug. 26-Sept. 12 | Sept. 13-30
Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park [Hamilton] | Video on demand

Directed by Rebecca Wear

Cast: Adam Tran

In the 12th and 13th centuries, the Mongols swept across the world, led by a charismatic and powerful leader, crushing all resistance in their path, folding the conquered peoples into their empire.

Now, you the audience, with your town under siege, have the opportunity to plead your case before the Khan himself.  But first you’ll need some advice from the Khan’s most trusted adviser.

9/13/21 – You can now catch a high quality filmed version as video-on-demand (with captions available!) through the end of the month. 

https://knowtheatre.vbotickets.com/event/Mongrel_Video_On_Demand/60941

Restrooms are available within 100 yards of the performance site. The audience area will be on grass with a gentle slope. Please let us know if you have accessibility or mobility concerns! 

8/31/21 Covid-19 Policy: As Mongrel is presented in an open-air, socially-distanced outdoor venue, we continue to request that guests wear a face mask, but we are not requesting proof of vaccination for this production.
Note: Always verify the latest policy changes before attendance.

  • In preview Thu Aug. 26 at 8pm 
  • Fri-Sun, Aug. 27-29 at 8pm
  • Wed-Fri, Sept. 1-3 at 8pm
  • Wed-Sun, Sept. 8-12 at 8pm

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