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April 17, 2023 · 5:56 am

KINKY BOOTS Runs May 12-20

CMT_Kinky Boots logoKINKY BOOTS
Cincinnati Music Theatre
May 12-20
Aronoff Center Jarson-Kaplan Theatre [Downtown]

Directed by Aubrey E. Wilson
Music direction by Charlie Wilhelm
Vocal direction by Madelaine Wilkerson
Choreographed by Jules Breslin
Produced by Aubrey E. Wilson & Chelsey Ross

Cast: Robert Breslin IV as Charlie Price, Garrett Klaas as Lola/Simon, Jamie Sivrais as Don, Rebecca Wall as Lauren, Sarah Gidley as NIcola, Mary Vosseberg as Pat, Laura Petracco as Trish, JM Durnil as George, Garry Zink as Harry/Ensemble, Dana Kisor as Mr. Price/Ensemble, El Sulcer as Young Lola & Paul Hahn as Young Charlie
The Angels: Brian Anderson, Kyle Fisher, Max Mason, Brett Parr, Michael Phillips & Daniel Uetrecht
Ensemble: Nate Huitger, Hannah Johnson, Chelsea Patterson, Alex Shaw & Elizabeth Travnik

Charlie Price has reluctantly inherited his father’s shoe factory, which is on the verge of bankruptcy. Trying to live up to his father’s legacy and save his family business, Charlie finds inspiration in the form of Lola, a fabulous entertainer in need of some sturdy stilettos. As they work to turn the factory around, this unlikely pair find that they have more in common than they realized… and discover that when you change your mind, you can change your whole world.

Filled with glitter, glam and a whole lot of sole, Kinky Boots is a sensation that has inspired audiences around the world by reminding us all that we can change the world when we change our minds. Based on a film of the same name, with music by Cyndi Lauper and book by Harvey Fierstein, Kinky Boots lifts us up and shows us that we have way more in common than we ever imagined.

  • Fri-Sat, May 12-13 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, May 14 at 2pm
  • Wed-Sat, May 17-20 at 7:30pm

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April 17, 2023 · 5:55 am

Cincinnati Opera Hosts Open Casting Call for Supernumerary Roles for 2023 Summer Festival

co_logoThe company seeks to fill 19 non-singing roles. No stage experience is necessary!

Cincinnati, Ohio—For anyone who’s dreamed of appearing on the Cincinnati Music Hall stage, Cincinnati Opera is ready to give you your moment in the spotlight. No singing or acting skills are required!

Cincinnati Opera will hold an open casting call for supernumerary roles for the company’s 2023 Summer Festival. An information and casting session is scheduled for Saturday, May 6, 2023, from 1–3 p.m. in the May Festival Rehearsal Room at Music Hall (1244 Central Parkway, Cincinnati, OH 45202). Participants should enter through the May Festival Rehearsal Room entrance at the corner of 14th Street and Central Parkway.

Supernumerary—or “super”—roles are non-singing, non-speaking roles, much like extras in film and television. Supers will share the stage with internationally renowned artists and work with celebrated directors and conductors. No experience is necessary and all super positions are filled on a voluntary basis. Individuals of all ages, races, ethnicities, genders, and abilities are welcome and encouraged to apply.

Cincinnati Opera seeks applicants for the following roles:

Lucia di Lammermoor
Commitment period: May 30–June 24, 2023
Performances: June 22 and 24, 2023
Supers needed: 6 male-presenting liveried servants

The Barber of Seville
Commitment period: June 14–July 8, 2023
Performances: July 6 and 8, 2023
Supers needed:

  • 1 older male-presenting servant
  • 1 male-presenting notary
  • 1 male-presenting young lover
  • 1 male-presenting nephew
  • 1 older female-presenting aunt
  • 1 female-presenting young lover
  • 2 female-presenting floozies

Madame Butterfly
Commitment period: June 28–July 29, 2023
Performances: July 22, 27, and 29, 2023
Supers needed:

  • 2 male-presenting Asian servants
  • 2 male-presenting non-Asian sailors
  • 1 male-presenting Asian or Hapa child, age 5–8

Cincinnati Opera’s productions of Lucia di Lammermoor, The Barber of Seville, and Madame Butterfly will be presented in Springer Auditorium at Music Hall. Supers are required to attend approximately 10–15 rehearsals. Daytime rehearsals may be scheduled.

Attending the casting call does not obligate a person to participate. Interested individuals may attend the casting call simply to learn more about supernumerary opportunities. For more information, please visit www.cincinnatiopera.org or email supers@cincinnatiopera.org.

About Cincinnati Opera
Cincinnati Opera’s mission is to enrich and connect our community through diverse opera experiences. Founded in 1920 and the second-oldest opera company in the nation, Cincinnati Opera presents a thrilling season of grand opera every summer and engaging programs throughout the year. The company’s repertoire includes beloved classics and contemporary masterworks brought to life by some of the world’s most dynamic performers and creative artists.

Season Presenting Sponsor for Cincinnati Opera’s 2023 Summer Festival is Chavez Properties. Cincinnati Opera is supported by the generosity of tens of thousands of contributors to the ArtsWave Community Campaign. Cincinnati Opera also receives general season support from the Ohio Arts Council, The Louise Dieterle Nippert Musical Arts Fund, Patricia A. Corbett Estate and Trust, and the Harry T. Wilks Family Foundation, along with general season and project support from many other generous individuals, corporations, and foundations. Lead Sponsors for Madame Butterfly are Sheila and Christopher Cole. Cincinnati Opera is a proud member of OPERA America. To learn more, visit www.cincinnatiopera.org.

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April 17, 2023 · 5:54 am

Cast Announced for MAMA WON’T FLY at Fairfield Footlighters

fflFairfield Footlighters would like to announce the cast of our upcoming production of MAMA WON’T FLY.

  • Norleen – Lyndall Murray
  • Savannah -Cindy Wilmes
  • Hayley – Denise Schnieders
  • Tanya/Rema Jean/Edweena/Kiki – Teresa Bayer-Iltzsch
  • Ardell/Juliette/Teeta – Nan Bongiani
  • Essie/Aunt Pawnee/Fanny/Sybil – Cathy Woodruff
  • Denton/Uncle Ferd/Ronald/Kelvin -John Vanderplough
  • Cousin Chicken/Mitch/Officer Duggar- Kevin Roach
  • Mickey/Red/Spud – Darren Lee

Thank you to everyone who came out to auditions & we hope to see you at future auditions!

Show dates will be May 26th-28th. Further details are available at www.fairfieldfootlighters.org.

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April 17, 2023 · 5:53 am

The Ghostlight Stage Company Announces Educational Workshops for Teens 15-19

TGSC_logoThe Ghostlight Stage Company is a brand new professional theater and nonprofit arts organization in the Greater Cincinnati Area. Please see their first two upcoming educational workshops below:

May 14, 2023 from 2pm-5pm: Storytelling through Garment with Eliana Batsakis
Location: ARCO Cincy: 3301 Price Avenue, Cincinnati, OH, United States, Ohio

Cost: FREE

Join the Ghostlight Stage Company as we present our very first educational workshop, “Storytelling through Garment with Eliana Batsakis.” Eliana was most recently seen competing on Netflix’ Next in Fashion Season 2! This fun educational workshop explores how to tell a story through costume and fashion design. Students will be taken through a history lesson with Eliana highlighting famous story-telling fashion & costume designers, do some sketching of their own inspired by a new story they create together, and take home some sample materials for future inspiration. Additionally, there will be a Q&A session at the end of the workshop where Eliana will answer questions about her design process, her time on Next in Fashion, and more! This workshop is in collaboration with Arts@ARCO and is FREE to the public. Anyone is welcome to join and make it a family outing, but the main curriculum is recommended for students 15-19. Smaller crafts will also be available for younger children.

Hear Eliana talk about the workshop and what to expect: https://youtu.be/iJqbGW_3kt8

Registration not required, but recommended at: https://www.theghostlightstageco.com/event-details/storytelling-through-garment

June 17, 2023 from 1pm-4pm: Musical Theater Audition Workshop with Alyssa Batsakis and Andrea Davies

Location: ARCO Cincy: 3301 Price Avenue, Cincinnati, OH, United States, Ohio

Cost: $40

Join The Ghostlight Stage Company for our second educational workshop, “Musical Theater Audition Workshop,” taught by Alyssa Batsakis and Andrea Davies. This 3 hour workshop will help students gain confidence as they enter the more professional audition setting and make the whole process a lot less daunting. We will break down the audition process from start to finish, review how to find, select and prepare your audition materials, go over healthy singing tips and vocal warm ups to help prevent vocal injury and loss of voice when preparing for your big audition, cover some “acting while singing” techniques that will help you tell a story with your audition piece that keeps the directors interested, have time dedicated for a mock audition experience with a live audition pianist and give coaching to students using our experiences as a professional actors and vocalists currently working in the industry. All this and more in this advanced 3 hour session!

This low-cost workshop is perfect for students looking to prepare like a professional and is a great way to jump start that college audition preparation or even get tips to help better prepare for upcoming school or community theater auditions! Workshop is for students ages 15 to 19.

Limited spots available!

Hear Alyssa & Andrea talk more about the workshop and what to expect: https://youtu.be/3NxhJxFjUrw

To register: https://www.theghostlightstageco.com/event-details/musical-theater-audition-workshop

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April 17, 2023 · 5:52 am

TWELFTH NIGHT at Loveland Stage Company – Tickets Now on Sale

LSC_Twelfth NightIf Music be the Food of Love… Party On! 
TWELFTH NIGHT Runs May 5-21, 2023

The Loveland Stage Company is proud to present our modern take on the Shakespeare classic, Twelfth Night! The talented production team, cast and crew bring this story to life with a stunning set, songs and costumes that will totally transport audiences to Illyria in the 1980s!

This is a fast-paced romantic comedy with several interwoven plots involving romance, mistaken identities and practical jokes. Separated from her twin brother Sebastian in a shipwreck on Illyria, Viola disguises herself as a boy, calls herself Cesario, and becomes a faithful servant to the Duke Orsino. He sends her to woo the Countess Olivia on his behalf, but the Countess falls in love with Cesario instead. Meanwhile, Olivia’s uncle, Sir Toby Belch gets drunk with his friend, Sir Andrew Aguecheek and their merry band of fools plays a trick on Malvolio, Olivia’s steward. Eventually Sebastian turns up and causes even more confusion, chaos and comedy!

The cast includes veterans and newcomers to Loveland Stage Company. Featuring the talents of MICHAEL YARICK (FESTE/PRIEST), NICK DUNKER (DUKE ORSINO), ANNA HAZARD (VIOLA/CESARIO), KATHERINE ANDERSON (OLIVIA), JUSTIN HANKS (SEBASTIAN/CAPTAIN), JOE SIMMONS (MALVOLIO), KEN MACKE (SIR TOBY BELCH), PETTRINA BARRESI (MARIA/OFFICER), JOSEPH STANICHAR (SIR ANDREW AGUECHEEK), ANDREW THEADEMAN (ANTONIO), and EMILY TILLING (FABIA/VALENTINE).

Directed by Kiya Fix and co-produced by Becky Jones and Micheal R. Kiser Choreographed by Jenna Schroeder

Come Join Us in historic downtown Loveland!
111 S. 2nd Street, Loveland, OH 45140
This production features cabaret-style seating, refreshments and snacks!

Tickets are available online at https://lovelandstagecompany.seatyourself.biz/

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