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February 7, 2022 · 10:22 am

HERE AND NOW: The Music of Luther Vandross on Feb. 14 at Below Zero Lounge

MISC_Here and Now promoChristopher Faison’s HERE AND NOW: The Music of Luther Vandross is a musical celebration of the music of one of the greatest male vocalists of our time, Luther Vandross. Faison sings his way through many of Luther’s hits including “Here and Now”, “Dance With My Father”, and “Power of Love” to name a few. Evoking the spirit sound and soul of Luther Vandross, Christopher Faison’s “Here and Now”: The Music of Luther Vandross is the perfect show for both novice listeners and die-hard fans.

Christopher Faison has been heralded by critics as “silken voiced”, a “stage-dynamo”, and “downright thrilling.” HIs singing has been called “muscular”, his acting “impassioned”. He provides some “powerhouse moments.” No stranger to the stage, Faison has been entertaining audiences across the globe for over 2 decades. His numerous credits include the national touring productions of Hello, Dolly, and The Book of Mormon. He has been a Featured Singer for Royal Caribbean International, and has appeared on Broadway in the Lincoln Center Theater Production of MY FAIR LADY.

(A portion of the proceeds will go to Broadway Cares Equity Fights AIDS)

Monday, Feb. 14 at 7pm at Below Zero Lounge.

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February 4, 2022 · 1:23 pm

Auditions Announced for FOOLISH FISHGIRLS AND THE PEARL at The Drama Workshop

TDW_VERTThe Drama Workshop is pleased to announce auditions for the Regional Production of Foolish Fishgirls and the Pearl, by Barbara Pease Weber. The play is directed by Rose Vanden Eynden and produced by Elaine Volker.

Auditions will take place Monday, Feb 14 from 7pm-9pm and Tuesday, Feb 15 from 7pm-9pm at the TDW annex building, 3619 Harrison Ave, 45211. Please enter from the rear entrance on Gamble Ave.  Doors will open at 6:30pm each evening, parking is in the Cappel’s lot on Gamble Ave.  The annex rear entrance will have signage.

The production dates are Friday, May 6 (8pm), Sat. May 7 (8pm), Sunday, May 8 (2pm); Friday, May 13 (8pm), Saturday, May 14 (8pm), Sunday, May 15 (2pm); and Thursday, May 19 (7:30pm), Friday, May 20 (8pm), Saturday, May 21 (8pm) and Sunday, May 22 (2pm).  All productions take place at the Glenmore Playhouse, 3716 Glenmore Ave. Cheviot Oh 45211

Audition requirements:  Please bring your one page resume and a list of any conflicts for the months of March thru May.  Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script.  You may be asked to stay to read with others auditioning.  All those auditioning must be fully vaccinated and be prepared to show their vaccination cards.  TDW follows all current CDC requirements. All staff and those auditioning will be required to wear masks.  Audition forms can be requested ahead of time by contacting the producer at eavolker@gmail.com.

Summary
Former deep sea divas, Coral and Oceana, didn’t exactly have the “happily ever after” storybook lives that the two erstwhile mermaids dreamed of when they rescued their handsome young sailors and swam ashore thirty years ago.  Talk about unhappy endings!   When Coral and Oceana learn of a mermaid rescue involving a young Coast Guard Lieutenant whose car went off a nearby bridge, they dive into action to find the young, innocent mermaid and warn her about the perils and pitfalls of falling in love with mortal men who abscond with your gems, leaving you penniless with a broken heart and two skinny legs.   Foolish Fishgirls and The Pearl is a feisty fairytale about a mermaid’s life on dry land after true love is found, lost and found again.  And, like Coral, Oceana and Marina, you may find that “happily ever after” is closer than you think!

Characters:

  • CORAL (late 40-50s)  A flat broke, snowbound, middle-aged former mermaid and co-owner of Sea Hags, a ramshackle bed and breakfast at the New Jersey seashore.
  • FLOYD (mid 50s-early 60s) A breakfast patron of Sea Hags.
  • OCEANA (late 40s-50s) Coral’s sister and co-owner of Sea Hags, also a former broken hearted mermaid.
  • MARINA (late 40s-50s) Coral and Oceana’s hoity-toity former mermaid cousin
  • SHEILA (40s-50s) The town Police Chief, Dog Catcher, Public Works Commissioner and Justice of the Peace.
  • PEARL (early to mid-20’s)  a mermaid: beautiful, graceful, like a dancer. Doesn’t speak much, but must be able to move well, convey emotions through body language, and feel comfortable in minimal clothing, like a swimsuit, bodysuit, etc.
  • NATHAN (mid 20s-30s) A handsome young Coast Guard Lieutenant who is rescued by Pearl.

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February 4, 2022 · 10:42 am

Digital Auditions Announced for Summer Series at The Carnegie

TC_logo_newExciting changes are coming to The Carnegie and its Theatre Series. A brand-new summer season will take the stage June through August with three thrilling shows; INTO THE WOODS, RENT and GEORGE REMUS, A New Musical. Shows will be presented in a repertory format and run all summer long. Performers may audition for the full season or individual shows.

  • Submissions are due by 11:59pm EST on Feb. 28, 2022
  • Performers must be 18 years of age or older to submit an audition.
  • Performers must be vaccinated and will be asked for proof of vaccination before a contract is issued.
  • You MAY sing from the shows and the production team encourages you to show the roles you are interested in playing in your audition song choices.

Please prepare and film two songs:

  1. A 32-bar cut of a song by Stephen Sondheim
  2. A 32-bar cut of a pop/rock song in the style of RENT.
  3. OPTIONAL – Submit a movement reel to show dance ability.

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February 4, 2022 · 9:32 am

Performance Cancellations for Fri, Feb. 4

Updated 2/4/22 3:45pm

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  • MISC_Snow Cancellations9:30am BEEHIVE the Musical [West Price Hill]
    Covedale Center for the Performing Arts through Feb. 20
    ALERT: the Friday (2/4) performance of BEEHIVE has been canceled to due weather conditions. Ticket holders for this performance can contact the box office at (513) 241-6550 to transfer to another performance. The show runs through 2/20. Stay safe, friends. Remember: you can’t hurry love.
  • 3:45pm CURVES, CURLS AND CHOREOGRAPHY [Downtown[
    Revolution Dance Theatre through Feb. 5
    Due to inclement weather, tonight’s performance of Curves, Curls & Choreography has been cancelled. All tickets purchased for tonight’s performance will be honored for tomorrow’s performance. For ticket exchanges or more information, please contact the Aronoff Center box office at 513-621-2787 or ticketing@cincinnatiarts.org. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and hope that you can join us tomorrow night at the Aronoff Center for the Arts!
  • 2:50pm MUSIC OF JOHN WILLIAMS [Over-the-Rhine]
    Cincinnati Pops Orchestra through Feb. 6

    Due to circumstances caused by the inclement weather, we have cancelled the FRI FEB 4, 7:30PM performance of the Music of John Williams. The Friday performance will not be rescheduled.
    The SAT, FEB 5 and SUN, FEB 6 performances will proceed as planned.
    The livestream of the concert, originally scheduled for Saturday night, will now take place on SUN, FEB 6 at 2PM EST.
    All ticketholders for the Friday performance of the concert have the option to exchange into another CSO or Pops performance this season. (Exchange fees will be waived; additional charges may apply based on concert choice). Ticketholders may donate the value of their tickets and receive a tax acknowledgement. Ticketholders also have the option of returning their tickets for a gift certificate, account credit or full refund.
    Please use the form linked below, contact the box office at 513.381.3300 or email hello@cincinnatisymphony.org with your ticket option by Wednesday, February 9.
    We are happy to provide a solution that works best for you.
  • 12:20pm THE NORWEGIANS [Dayton]
    Dayton Theatre Guild through Feb. 20
    TONIGHT’S FEBRUARY 4 PERFORMANCE OF THE NORWEGIANS IS CANCELLED.

    Due to the compromised travel condition brought on by the weather we have cancelled tonight’s performance. Opening night is moved to tomorrow night. Those with reservations for tonight’s show can change their reservations to another night by calling 937-278-5993 or on line at https://www.daytontheatreguild.org/tickets/
  • 9:45am THE ODD COUPLE, FEMALE VERSION [Anderson]
    Beechmont Players Inc. through Feb. 12
    Friday, February 4th’s production of THE ODD COUPLE: FEMALE VERSION has been cancelled due to the Anderson Center being closed. Our box office will be reaching out to patrons with tickets for tonight. All other shows will occur as scheduled, pending weather conditions. Any changes will be announced closer to event time.
  • 10:20am PICASSO AT THE LAPIN AGILE [Beavercreek]
    Beavercreek Community Theatre through Feb. 5
    For the safety of our cast, crew, and patrons, Friday’s performance (2/4) of PICASSO AT THE LAPIN AGILE has been cancelled. Performances will resume Saturday (2/5) and Sunday (2/6). We hope to see you then, safe and warm!
  • 1:20pm THE SOUND OF MUSIC [Covington]
    The Carnegie through Feb. 13
    The Friday performance of THE SOUND OF MUSIC (2/4) will be canceled due to weather – fortunately, we still have 7 performances to choose from. Your tickets will be honored at your show of choice. Please call the box office at (859) 957-1940 to choose your new date. Thank you so much for your patience, and if you have any other questions or concerns please give us a call.

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February 4, 2022 · 9:17 am

HELLO DOLLY! Runs March 4-20

LSC_Hello Dolly logoHELLO DOLLY! 
Loveland Stage Company
March 4-20
[Loveland]

Directed by Gregory Carl Smith
Produced by Micheal Harris-Kiser

Cast: Melinda Hubbard as Dolly Levi, Gary Glass as Horace Vandergelder, Kyle Rosa as Cornelius Hackl,
Corey Meyer as Barnaby Tucker, Stephanie Mackris as Irene Molloy, Abby Farmer as Minnie Fay, Micah Davis as Ambrose Kemper, Maria Keller as Ermengarde, Keilah L.S. Boone as Ernestina Money & John McInerney as Rudolf Reisenweber
Ensemble: Stevie Chandler, Ben Essex, Nora Hibbard, Emily Hughes, Izy Jones, Norm Lewis, Jake Moore, Elizabeth Travnik, Donna Treinen, Lee Vest, Phyllis Wene & Sierra Whittmore

Dolly, the famed New York City matchmaker, receives her toughest challenge yet when rich grump Horace seeks a suitable wife. She successfully matches many others in the city, including Horace’s niece and two clerks, but everything seems to go wrong when it comes to matching Horace. Dolly finally realizes that maybe she’d like to marry Horace herself, but only if her late husband will send her a sign – and if Horace himself will have her.

2/4/22 – Masking policy

  • Fri-Sat, March 4-5 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, March 6 at 3pm
  • Fri-Sat, March 11-12 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, March 13 at 3pm
  • Fri-Sat, March 18-19 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, March 20 at 3pm

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