Monthly Archives: September 2021

September 22, 2021 · 10:57 am

XANADU Runs Oct. 21-31

CCM_Xanadu logoXANADU
UC College-Conservatory of Music
Oct. 21-31
Patricia Corbett Theater [University Heights]

Directed & choregraphed by Diane Lala 
Music directed by Ian Axness

Experience the magic of the 1980s in this Tony Award-nominated, hilarious, roller skating, musical adventure about following your dreams despite the limitations others set for you! Xanadu follows the journey of a magical and beautiful Greek muse, Kira, who descends from the heavens of Mount Olympus to Venice Beach, California in 1980 on a quest to inspire a struggling artist, Sonny, to achieve the greatest artistic creation of all time: the first roller disco! But, when Kira falls into forbidden love with the mortal Sonny, her jealous sisters take advantage of the situation and chaos abounds. Xanadu is hilarity on wheels for adults, children and anyone who has ever wanted to feel inspired.

9/22/21 Covid Policy: The health and safety of our community remains our top priority. Based on current conditions, performance venues will be reduced to 50% capacity. All individuals, including audience members and performers, are required to wear facial coverings indoors, following guidelines from the CDC and UC’s physician-led COVID response team. Additional measures may be in place as conditions develop based on guidance from the CDC and UC’s physician-led COVID response team. Visit the UC Public Health website and CCM’s COVID-19 website for additional information and updates.
Note: Always verify the latest policy changes before attendance.

  • Thu-Fri, Oct. 21-22 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, Oct. 23 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Sun, Oct. 24 at 2pm
  • Thu-Fri, Oct. 28-29 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, Oct. 30 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Sun, Oct. 31 at 2pm

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September 22, 2021 · 10:33 am

Directors Sought for 2022-2023 Season at Dayton Playhouse

DPH_logoWe are now accepting Director Submissions for our 2022-2023 Season.

Procedure: Interested directors must submit a Director Submissions Form including up to six plays/musicals, which they believe the Dayton Playhouse should consider for our 64th (2022-2023) season. Please include the name of the show, version (if there is more than one available), author, publisher that controls the rights, synopsis, cast requirements, and any information that you believe will aid the evaluation.

Process: Submissions will be reviewed by the all-volunteer Dayton Playhouse Artistic Committee. The committee will also consider other shows that are appropriate for our season separate from submissions. Please indicate if you might be interested in directing a show other than those you have submitted.
Selection: The Artistic Committee will submit a proposed season, along with possible alternatives, to the Dayton Playhouse Board of Directors. The Board makes the final season selection, based on audience appeal, artistic challenge, resources required and available. Since the Dayton Playhouse is an all-volunteer group, without outside support, focus will be on shows that will spark both patron and artist excitement.

The Dayton Playhouse Board appreciates the time, willingness and effort of all directors who offer submissions. Submissions are open now, and will close on November 5, 2021. It will be the goal of those involved to select a season by January 21, 2022. All directors who have submitted will be notified of the status of their submission by that date. For additional information, you may email: dpiartisticcommittee@gmail.com.

Visit our Website for the submission form and additional information.

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September 22, 2021 · 10:26 am

Cast Announced for THE GREAT GATSBY at Dayton Playhouse

DPH_logoThank you to everyone who participated in the auditions for this production. Under th Direction of Matthew Smith, THE GREAT GATSBY runs Nov. 5-14.

  • Jay Gatsby: Dustin Schwab
  • Daisy Buchanan: Olivia Ekler
  • Nick Carraway: Brandon Shockney
  • Tom Buchanan: Michael Shumaker
  • Jordan Baker: Kathryn Gainey West
  • Myrtle Wilson: Janet Wasson
  • George Wilson: John Wysong
  • Meyer Wolfsheim: Sean Mayo
  • Mrs McKee: Elizabeth Furst
  • Mr McKee: Steve Mongelli
  • Policeman: Keith Moore
  • Mrs Michaelis: Shana Fishbein

For more information visit www.thedaytonplayhouse.com.

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September 22, 2021 · 10:19 am

Black Actor Sought for DEATH AND DYING AT THE DINSMORE

MISC_Death and Dying at the Dinsmore FarmPAID ACTING OPPORTUNITY: DEATH AND DYING AT THE DINSMORE

The Dinsmore Homestead is a historic house museum in Burlington, KY which offers tours and programs highlighting the Dinsmore Family and their unique history.

The Dinsmore is looking for actors to portray historical characters for the October event, “Death and Dying on the Dinsmore Farm”. The event features guided tours of the Dinsmore Homestead and Graveyard. At different points on the tour, actors will perform short (2-3 minute) scripted monologues and respond to visitors’ questions in character.  Actors are expected to have their monologues memorized.  Insights will be given by the Dinsmore historian for the visitor questions. There will likely be 2 or 3 small tour groups per hour.  Costumes will be provided; actors will need to give their measurements.

The event is Saturday October 30: 12pm-6pm and Sunday, October 31: 12pm-5pm, with call times prior. Pizza dinner will be provided after the event both days. Actors will be paid $10 per performance hour for their work. (Total $110)

There will be one dress rehearsal, yet to be scheduled.

Available Roles:

  • Coah. Black Man. Any adult age.
  • [Already cast] Julia Dinsmore. White Woman. Stage age 60.
  • [Already cast] Nancy McGruder. Black Woman. Stage age 40-60.
If interested, email Cathy Collopy. ccollopy@dinsmorefarm.org

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September 21, 2021 · 12:52 pm

MAMMA MIA! Runs Oct. 21-24

XUT_Mamma Mia logoMAMMA MIA!
Xavier University Theatre
Oct. 21-24
Gallagher Student Center Theatre [Evanston]

Directed by Dee Anne Bryll

A mother. A daughter. Three possible dads. And a trip down the aisle you’ll never forget! The story-telling magic of ABBA’s timeless songs sets the story of a daughter’s a quest to discover the identity of her father – all on the eve of her own wedding! Join us during Xavier’s Family Weekend for this enchanting tale of love, laughter and friendship – and a bunch of hit songs!

9/21/21 – COVID-19 Policy
Note: Always verify the latest policy changes before attendance.

  • Thu-Fri, Oct. 21-22 at 7:30pm
  • Sat-Sun, Oct. 23-24 at 2pm & 7:30pm

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