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June 9, 2022 · 12:07 pm

CFF22: My Fringe Show Rankings

CFF22_Rosegold logoUpdated for a little more context: The question I get asked most by people with limited time and resources is, which shows are a “must see.” And I give them my bias answer, based on how I reacted to the shows. That being said, it’s not like I’ve been disappointed by any of the performances I’ve attended this year. Please understand that differences between shows in the rankings can be infinitesimal. And I guarantee everyone’s list is different and just as valid.

And if you do decide to attend, I highly recommend you look at all the options. Aside from the fact that there are still plenty of shows I just haven’t seen yet. If a show sounds interesting to you, I highly encourage you to see it. Grab a friend, split a flex pass and hit three shows. You never know what you might discover. Happy Fringing.
-Rob

Updated 6/20/22

My Rankings

  1. ROSEGOLD
    Donna Kay Yarborough is all-in emotionally in her intense, extremely well-acted one-woman show.
  2. HEDY: The Life and Inventions of Hedy Lamarr
    Heather Massie impresses as Lamarr (and the multiple characters she interacts with) in this engaging show exploring Hedy’s life.
  3. BE MY THIEF
  4. JINKIES!
    Jordan Trovillion & Trey Tatum return as the teen sleuth and her faithful dog companion. Imaginative, clever and funny, JINKIES is an enjoyable sequel completely accessible even if you missed the 2019 original production, ZOINKS!
  5. FIRE IN THE METH LAB
  6. THE SEX LIVES OF BUTTERFLIES
  7. BENT COMPASS
  8. EXPERI-MENTAL
  9. BANNED FROM HEAVEN, BARRED FROM HELL
  10. SOFT
  11. WHISKEY FLICKS LIVE!
  12. THE BARN IDENTITY
  13. A MORGUE OF THE FORGOTTEN
  14. SEXY SEXY MATTRESS TIME
  15. TEXAS ANNIE: The Legend of the Moan Ranger
  16. WUTHERING: A Musical on the Moors
  17. SADEC 1965: A Love Story
  18. UPLINE – It’s Not a Show, It’s an Opportunity
  19. FATHER, DAUGHTHER & HOLY TOAST
  20. DESTINY U.S.A
  21. MAKE A F*CKIN’ SHOW YOU P.O.S.
  22. MESSES
  23. JUNKMAIL ORACLE

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June 9, 2022 · 11:15 am

THE SOUND OF MUSIC Runs July 8-24

7/13- An important update regarding this weekend’s performances of The Sound of Music.

With a heavy heart, we regret to inform you that the July 14th, 15th, 16th, and 17th performances have been canceled due to illness within the cast. We sincerely apologize for the disappointment this news must bring, but have made this decision with the best interest of all in mind.

All tickets for these performances will be refunded at the point of purchase.
In an effort to keep the music alive, we will be offering An Evening with Maria, featuring songs from the show and more!

Tickets will be $10 at the door, with performances at 7:30pm on July 15th and 16th, and 2pm on July 17th.

The remaining performances on July 22nd, 23rd, and 24th will go on as scheduled.
We thank you for your continued, exceptional support, and hope to see you this weekend.

THE SOUND OF MUSIC
KRT_Sound of Music logoKincaid Regional Theatre
July 8-24
[Falmouth, Ky.]

One of the most beloved musicals of all time! In Austria, 1938, an exuberant young governess brings music and joy back to a broken family, only to face danger and intrigue as the Nazis gain power. Featuring an iconic score including “My Favorite Things,” “Sixteen going on Seventeen,” and “Climb Every Mountain.” This family-friendly favorite shares a meaningful story to share with all ages.

  • Fri-Sat, July 8-9 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, July 10 at 2pm
  • Thu, July 14 at 2pm
  • Fri-Sat, July 15-16 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, July 17 at 2pm
  • Thu, July 21 at 2pm
  • Fri-Sat, July 22-23 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, July 24 at 2pm

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June 9, 2022 · 11:03 am

HARVEY Runs July 8-24

MPI_Harvey logoHARVEY
Mariemont Players
July 8-24
Walton Creek Theatre

Directed by Jerry Wiesenhahn

Cast: Eric Thomas as Elwood P. Dowd, Peggy Allen as Veta Louise Simmons, Aimée Ward as Myrtle Mae Simmons, Pat Kramer as Dr. Lyman Sanderson, Katie Jensen  as Ruth Kelly, David L. Abbott as Dr. William B. Chumley, Christie Bishop as Duane Wilson, Fred Murrell as Judge Omar Gaffney, Dava Lynn as Betty Chumley, Jay Dallas Benson as E.J. Lofgren & Amy Sullivan as Mrs. Ethel Chauvenet

Harvey is the story of a perfect gentleman, Elwood P. Dowd, and his best friend, Harvey – a pooka, who is a six-foot tall, invisible rabbit. When Elwood begins introducing Harvey around town, his embarrassed sister, Veta Louise, and her daughter, Myrtle Mae, are determined to commit Elwood to a sanitarium. A mistake is made, however, and Veta is committed rather than Elwood! Eventually, the mistake is realized, and a frantic search begins for Elwood and the invisible pooka.

  • Fri-Sat, July 8-9 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, July 10 at 2pm
  • Thu-Sat, July 14-16 a 7:30pm
  • Sun, July 17 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Thu-Fri, July 21-22 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, July 23 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Sun, July 24 at 2pm

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June 9, 2022 · 10:44 am

Cast Announced for PIPPIN at Footlighters

FLI_Pippin cast logoThe cast includes:

  • Sharisse Vernelle Santos as Leading Player
  • Gabe Schenker as Pippin
  • David L Radtke as Charlemagne
  • Krisitin Santeler as Fastrada
  • Allison Evans as Catherine
  • Paul Hahn as Theo
  • Jake Schaub as Lewis
  • Marvel Gentry Harmon as Berthe
  • Players: Christopher Ball, Jules Breslin, Kate Coyne-Chailland, Jonah Human, Zachary Julian, Garrett Klaas, Cassidy Perme, Rachel Scardina, Jamie Sivrais, Elizabeth Travnik & Jay Works

Directed by Amanda Emmons Shumate, with music direction by Alan Masters & choreographed by Robert Fields.

Performances run Sept. 22-Oct. 9.

For more information visit www.footlighters.org

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June 9, 2022 · 10:32 am

Cast Announced for CAROUSEL at Warsaw Federal Incline Theatre

WFIT logoThe cast includes:

  • Katie McCarthy as Carrie Pipperidge
  • Lauren Everett as Julie Jordan
  • Jeremiah Plessinger as Billy Bigelow
  • Kelsey Chandler as Nettie Fowler
  • Sean Miller-Jones as Enoch Snow
  • Dan Cohen as Jigger Craigin
  • Rachael Petranek as Mrs. Mullin
  • Jenna Treinen as Louise
  • Evan Rogers as Enoch Snow Jr./Ensemble
  • Jerrod Gruber as David Bascombe/Ensemble
  • Justin Reilmann as 1st Heavenly Friend/Ensemble
  • Ed Cohen as Starkeeper/Dr. Seldon
  • Christian Arias as Carnival Boy/Ensemble
  • Ensemble: Christopher Wells, Dalen Payton, Kanai Nakata, Zac Holman, William Gibson, Anthony Nocero, Kelsey Schwarber, Sarah Condon, Paige Landers, Arianna Catalano, Chelsey Ross, Rachel Dolezal & Elena Boyd

Directed by Dee Anne Bryll, with music direction by Ryan Heinrich and choreographed by Jay Goodlett & Jenny Goodlett.

Performances run Aug. 17-Sept. 11.

For more information visit www.cincinnatilandmarkproductions.com/Incline

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