Monthly Archives: January 2022

Two Part-Time Bus Coordinators Sought by The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati

TCTC_new logoBUS COORDINATORS (Part-Time)

2 people needed.

Four times a year Tuesday – Friday and following Monday 9am-2pm – October, December, February & April.

Downtown Cincinnati at/near The Taft Theatre

Person 1: Greets buses as they arrive for student drop off and assigns a number to each bus. Works with person collecting buses on Merhing Way and organizes for buses to return for student pick up.

Person 2: Takes first bus to Mehring Way and waits till all buses arrive. Directs buses back to The Taft Theatre for student pick up after performances.

Please submit materials by Wednesday, January 24, 2022 to submissions@tctcincinnati.com.

Subject Line: Bus Coordinator 2022

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Full-Time Scenic Carpenter Sought by The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati

TCTC_new logoSCENIC CARPENTER (Year-Round / Full-Time)

Position Overview:

The ideal scenic carpenter is a skilled carpenter with knowledge of industry standard theatrical woodworking techniques. The scenic carpenter can read and interpret construction drawings and decide, with help from the Scene Shop Manager, how to safely utilize the correct tools and techniques to complete the task. The scenic carpenter is knowledgeable with basic stationary and portable power tools, as well as basic hand tools.

The scenic carpenter is self-motivated, able to work independently to complete tasks assigned to them safely and quickly without constant and direct oversight. The scenic carpenter is able to work nights and weekends as needed to ensure the project is completed on time.

The scenic carpenter is able to work with other members of the company and other members of the community. The scenic carpenter is willing and eager to assist other departments to help fulfill the goals of the company.

Responsibilities:

  • Work in the Scene Shop fabricating scenery for each production under the direction of the Technical Director.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in the safe operation of power tools, scenic carpentry and theatrical rigging.
  • Prep & load/unload trucks as needed.
  • Maintain an organized and clean work environment
  • Report to the Scene Shop Manager with any questions or issues throughout the build
  • Assist other departments when necessary
  • Provide company with support for special events or projects as needed

Ideal Knowledge/Skills: 

  • BA or equivalent in Theatre, or two years’ experience in scenic construction, or equivalent construction experience
  • Must be comfortable working at heights and able to lift/carry 50lbs
  • Proficiency with power tools, including, but not limited to: table saw, miter saw, jig saw, pneumatic staplers, hand routers, powered sanders
  • Knowledge/experience in MIG welding, scenic painting, tool maintenance and theatrical rigging a plus
  • Experience with automation, theatrical lighting and/or sound systems a plus
  • Able to read and interpret construction draftings
  • Self-motivated, positive, and passionate individual who loves the mission of TCT and can work with a team or independently with a safety-first mentality.
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Valid driver’s license

Compensation/Benefits/Employment Details

  • Annual Salary Range: $35,000-40,000
  • Ideal Start date: Early February, 2022
  • Housing is not provided.
  • Health, vision, and dental benefits available, partially subsidized by employer contributions, after a waiting period.
  • 403(b) retirement plan participation available, after a waiting period, with eligibility for an employer match after one year of credited service.
  • Generous PTO accrual based on years of service.
  • Generous paid holiday schedule.
  • Flexible schedule opportunities.

The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati believes the stories on our stages and the work we do behind the scenes must reflect the diverse communities we serve. We believe inclusive work cultures spark wide-ranging, exploratory conversations and learning. Therefore, we strongly welcome and encourage people from all backgrounds, identities, abilities, and ages to apply as we continue our commitment to diversity and build an inclusive environment at TCT.

TO APPLY: 

Qualified candidates should submit whatever they feel best reflects their qualifications. This can come in the form of a video, cover letter/resume, portfolio, and/or demo reels. (Files should be less than 3MB in total, links are welcome). No phone calls, please.

Please submit materials and any references by Wednesday, January 24, 2022 to submissions@tctcincinnati.com.

Subject Line: Scenic Carpenter 2022

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MENOPAUSE the Musical Runs Feb. 15-27

CAA_Menopause the Musical 2022MENOPAUSE the Musical
Cincinnati Arts Association
Feb. 15-27
Aronoff Center Jarson-Kaplan Theatre [Downtown]

COME JOIN OUR SISTERHOOD! Set in a department store, four women meet while shopping for a black lace bra at a lingerie sale. After noticing similarities among one another, the cast jokes about their woeful hot flashes, mood swings, wrinkles, weight gain and much more. These women form a sisterhood and unique bond with the entire audience as they rejoice in celebrating that menopause is no longer ‘The Silent Passage’.

Inspired by a hot flash and a bottle of wine, Menopause The Musical® was created as a celebration of women who find themselves at any stage of ‘The Change’. The laughter-filled 90-minute production gets audience members out of their seats and singing along to parodies from classic pop songs of the ‘60s, ‘70s, and ‘80s.  It’s the Hilarious Celebration of Women and The Change!®  (And men love it, too.)

1/12/22 – Health and Safety

  • Tue-Fri, Feb. 15-18 at 7:30pm
  • Sat-Sun, Feb. 19-20 at 1pm & 7:30pm
  • Tue-Fri, Feb. 22-25 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, Feb. 26 at 1pm & 7:30pm
  • Sun, Feb. 27 at 1pm

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ROOTED Runs Feb. 12-March 20

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Photo by Tony Arrasmith/Arrasmith & Associates.

ROOTED
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park
Feb. 12-March 20
Rosenthal Shelterhouse Theatre [Eden Park]

Directed by Noah Himmelstein

Emery Harris has lived alone in a treehouse named Mabel for over a decade performing research on plants. Except for her overbearing sister Hazel, Emery’s only connection to the outside world is through her YouTube channel where she documents her research and has garnered several thousand followers. No one is more stunned than she, though, when strangers begin gathering beneath Mabel, chanting and singing. As the crowd grows larger and louder, Emery learns she’s been unwittingly elected as her followers’ botanical, new-age messiah. A follow-up to Deborah Zoe Laufer’s hit play Be Here Now, this warm-hearted world premiere comedy studies the power of plants and the idiosyncrasies of people. While the plants don’t use strong adult language and explore mature themes like mental health, the humans do, so we recommend that human audience members be at least 14 years or older to attend.

1/12/22 – Health and Safety

  • In preview Sat, Feb. 12 at  7:30pm
  • In preview Tue-Wed, Feb. 15-16 at 7:30pm
  • Thu-Fri, Feb. 17-18 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, Feb. 19 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Sun, Feb. 20 at 2pm
  • Tue, Feb. 22 at 7:30pm
  • Wed, Feb. 23 at 1pm & 7:30pm
  • Thu-Fri, Feb. 24-25 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, Feb. 26 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Sun, Feb. 27 at 2pm
  • Tue-Fri, March 1-4 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, March 5 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Sun, March 6 at 2pm
  • Tue-Fri, March 8-11 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, March 12 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Sun, March 13 at 2pm
  • Tue-Fri, March 15-18 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, March 19 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Sun, March 20 at 2pm

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THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE ABRIDGED Runs Feb. 11-20

XACT_Shakespeare Abridged logoTHE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE ABRIDGED
Xenia Area Community Theatre
Feb. 11-20
[Xenia]

Directed by Kirk & Melodee Bass

Cast: Nick Beard, Grace Conkel, Dustin Evans & Brian Laughlin!

All 37 plays in 97 minutes! Three madcap men in tights weave their wicked way through all of Shakespeare’s comedies, histories, and tragedies in one wild ride that will leave you breathless and helpless with laughter. An irreverent, fast-paced romp through the Bard’s plays, THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (ABRIDGED) was London’s longest-running comedy.

  • Fri-Sat, Feb. 11-12 at 7pm
  • Sun, Feb. 13 at 3pm
  • Fri-Sat, Feb. 18-19 at 7pm
  • Sun, Feb. 20 at 3pm

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