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August 19, 2022 · 11:53 am

Company Manager Sought for SEE ME. HEAR ME. at American Legacy Theatre

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MISSION
American Legacy Theatre generates inviting, reimagined theatrical experiences for all people to have a voice in enriching society.

PROJECT
SEE ME. HEAR ME. is an original one-act play focused around family miscommunication, youth trauma stemming from isolation and gender identity, and career pathways in behavioral health all to reduce stigma around youth mental health services. Developed with A.L.T, in consultation with Ohio’s Dept of Mental Health and Addiction Services, this piece was written by Executive Artistic Director & CEO, Matthew David Gellin.

SEE ME. HEAR ME. is to be performed in a localized tour to Southwest Ohio high schools. This will be a 6-person company – 4 actors, 1 stage manager, 1 company manager, 2 vans.

** Rehearsals and performances will be during the day time Monday through Friday. **

TIMELINE
Resumes and Cover Letters: NOW. Submit by August 23, 2022 for first consideration.
Rehearsals begin: September 6, 2022
First Performance Date: September 13, 2022
Current Ending Contract Date: September 30, 2022
Up to 10 performances a week of this 45-minute piece.

EXPECTATIONS
The Company Manager will structure, manage and execute the steps required to implement a high quality company management process that serves the integrity of the play, bonds the artists, aligns external scheduling, and heightens audience engagement with the piece. Attendance at all rehearsals and performances is a given.

Additional expectations: The Company Manager must have a valid driver’s license and insurance as they will be responsible for driving one of the two vans. Additionally they will be the primary contact at each school location and Dept. of Mental Health and Addiction Services for tour purposes. During the performance they will run front of house and give a pre-show speech. Company Manager will consolidate reports for EAD reporting, and help the process and production in other ways, as needed.

The Executive Artistic Director will be available to assist with critical components along the way.

COMPENSATION
This is a four-week contract at $800/week. Potential extension of tour is in consideration.

For inquiries, referrals, and consideration contact Matthew David Gellin, Executive Artistic Director, at 716-812-8035 or matthew.gellin@americanlegacytheatre.org.

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August 19, 2022 · 11:47 am

THE HALF-LIFE OF MARIE CURIE Makes Regional Premiere at Falcon Theatre

FT_The Half-Life of Marie Curie logoScience Made Them Remarkable. Friendship Made Them Resilient.

THE HALF-LIFE OF MARIE CURIE By Lauren Gunderson

Makes Regional Premiere at Falcon Theatre

“A 90-minute slice of history brimming with wit and wisdom.” – NewYorkStageReview.com

Production Begins September 23 through October 8, 2022

(Newport, KY) — Falcon Theatre opens its’ 2022-2023 season with the Regional premiere of playwright Lauren Gunderson’s The Half-Life of Marie Curie, a compelling new play about renowned scientist Marie Curie and radical engineer Hertha Ayrton—and the friendship that strengthened their resolve to pursue their ambitions.

In 1911, Marie Curie won the Nobel Prize in Chemistry for her discovery of the elements radium and polonium. By 1912, she was the object of ruthless gossip over an alleged affair with the married Frenchman Paul Langevin, all but erasing her achievements from public memory. Weakened and demoralized by the press lambasting her as a “foreign” Jewish temptress and a homewrecking traitor, Marie agrees to join her friend and colleague Hertha Ayrton, an electromechanical engineer and suffragette. The Half-Life of Marie Curie revels in the power of female friendship as it explores the relationship between these two brilliant women, both of whom are mothers, widows, and fearless champions of scientific inquiry.

Filled with snappy back-and-forth dialogue, this two-woman play is directed by Falcon Theatre Producing Artistic Director, Ted J. Weil, and features Tara Williams (Marie Curie) and Tracy M. Schoster (Hertha Ayrton).

Performances are September 23, 24, 29, 30 and October 1, 6, 7, 8 at 8:00 PM EST. Ticket prices are $28 for adults and $15 for students with valid ID. Visit falcontheater.net for details and to reserve your seats.

Health and Safety Information
In keeping with our policy of putting safety first and also responding to national and local health and safety guidelines, Falcon will no longer require vaccination or negative COVID-19 tests of our patrons. Masks are welcome and strongly recommended, but not required. Please read through all our health and safety guidelines here for full details, which will be updated with all the latest changes so check back before coming to the theater to ensure you understand the current safety guidelines.

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August 19, 2022 · 11:38 am

SWEAT Runs Sept. 17-Oct. 9

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9/22 – Thursdays performance of SWEAT has been canceled due to a non-COVID medical emergency.

Ticket holders can expect a phone call from our box office as well as an email and will be able to redeem their tickets for another performance. We apologize to those planning to attend tonight and will work with you to ensure you can still see the production on another date.

SWEAT
Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati
Sept. 17-Oct. 9
[Over-the-Rhine]

Directed by Darnell Pierre Benjamin

Cast: Burgess C. Byrd as Cynthia, Ollie Corchado as Oscar, Charlie Cromer as Jason, Denise Dal Vera as Jessie, Mierka Girten as Tracey, Allen R. Middleton as Stan, “ranney” as Brucie, Derek Snow as Evan & Jay Wade as Chris

This powerful drama takes us to the forgotten heart of America, where old friends come together at their favorite bar as they struggle to survive a fraying economy. For decades, they’ve shared secrets and laughs on the factory floor, but now layoffs pit them against one another as inequities of race and class fan the flames. Based on the playwright’s extensive research and interviews with real residents of Reading, Pennsylvania, Sweat is a topical reflection of the present and poignant outcome of America’s economic decline. MacArthur genius and two-time Pulitzer Prize–winner Lynn Nottage infuses this searing script with her trademark mix of compassion, humor, and suspense. It’s explosive drama, made in America. Content warning: This production contains strong language and adult content, including themes of racism and racial slurs; descriptions of violence and alcohol/drug use; and sexual references.

  • In preview Sat, Sept. 17 at 7pm
  • In preview Tue, Sept. 20 at 7pm
  • Wed-Thu, Sept. 21-22 at 7:30pm
  • Fri, Sept. 23 at 8pm
  • Sat, Sept. 24 at 2pm &  8pm
  • Sun, Sept. 25 at 2pm
  • Tue-Thu, Sept. 27-29 at 7:30pm
  • Fri, Sept. 30 at 8pm
  • Sat, Oct. 1 at 2pm &  8pm
  • Sun, Oct. 2 at 2pm
  • Tue-Thu, Oct. 4-6 at 7:30pm
  • Fri, Oct. 7 at 8pm
  • Sat, Oct. 8 at 2pm &  8pm
  • Sun, Oct. 9 at 2pm

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August 19, 2022 · 11:28 am

Monty Python’s SPAMALOT Runs Sept. 16-Oct. 2

DPH_Spamalot logoMonty Python’s SPAMALOT
Dayton Playhouse
Sept. 16-Oct. 2
[Dayton]

Directed by Jenni Cypher

Cast: Jackie Randall as Lady of the Lake, CJ Suchyta as King Arthur, Kurt Cypher as Patsy, Kevin Willardson as Sir Robin, John David Hamilton as Sir Galahad, John Detty as Sir Lancelot, Eli Chamberlin as Sir Bedevere, Jake Spicer as Herbert/Not Dead Fred & Jamie McQuinn as Historian
Ensemble: Katie Adams, Jennifer Austin, Shanna Camacho, Emma Francis, Steve Hopp, Tom Horwath, Allyson Jacob, Jessica Kaiser, Isadore Karrick, Amber Pfeifer, Sarah Roddey & Rachael Tingley

As gleefully silly yet wickedly smart as the beloved film “Monty Python and the Holy Grail” – SPAMALOT is an irreverent parody of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table. It’s a joyous romp of a musical, filled with wild characters and wilder shenanigans. From killer rabbits to farting Frenchmen, the Lady of the Lake, Tim the Enchanter, Not Dead Fred, and the Knights who say Ni, Spamalot will make you want to take your coconuts in hand and join this wacky quest!

  • Fri-Sat, Sept. 16-17 at 8pm
  • Sun, Sept. 18 at 2pm
  • Fri-Sat, Sept. 23-24 at 8pm
  • Sun, Sept. 25 at 2pm
  • Fri-Sat, Sept. 30-Oct. 1
  • Sun, Oct. 2 at 2pm

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August 19, 2022 · 11:13 am

THE YELLOW BOAT Runs Sept. 16-25

MCP_The Yellow Boat logoTHE YELLOW BOAT
Mason Community Players
Sept. 16-25
Mason Community Playhouse

Directed by Kevin Dunaway

Cast: Taylor Duecker as Benjamin, Charlie Rader as Father, Pia Rader as Mother, Sofie Tedesco as Joy, Spencer Flaherty as Eddy, Jaycen Smith as #1, Megan Jungkunz as #2, DeCharmus Grover as #3 & Richa Gupta as #4

The story of THE YELLOW BOAT is a glorious affirmation of young Benjamin’s short life and the strength and courage of all children who face serious illness. As a uniquely-gifted visual artist, Benjamin’s buoyant imagination transformed his physical and emotional pain into a blaze of colors and shapes through his fanciful drawings and paintings.

  • Fri-Sat, Sept. 16-17 at 8pm
  • Sun, Sept. 18 at 2pm
  • Fri-Sat, Sept. 23-24 at 8pm
  • Sun, Sept. 25 at 2pm

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