Monthly Archives: June 2023

THE BARBER OF SEVILLE Runs July 6-8

CO_The Barber of SevilleTHE BARBER OF SEVILLE
Cincinnati Opera
July 2-9
Music Hall Springer Auditorium [Over-the-Rhine]

Supreme silliness ensues when Figaro, Seville’s most beloved barber, plays matchmaker for his former employer, Count Almaviva. The Count loves Rosina, but she’s the ward of the devious Doctor Bartolo, who has designs on wedding her himself. To win Rosina’s heart, the Count enlists Figaro to cook up disguises, double dealings, and deceits to fool old Bartolo and set Rosina free. Rossini’s beloved comedy reminds us that sometimes, on the path to true love, the last thing you want to be is yourself. Sung in Italian with projected English translations.

  • Thu, July 6 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, July 8 at 7:30pm

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Cast Announced for THE PRODUCERS at TheatreLab Dayton

TLD_logoFirst cast list of the 2023/24 Season! These incredibly talented people will begin rehearsals early in August, and take the Victoria stage September 15 and 16 for THREE PERFORMANCES ONLY!

Directed by: Angie Thacker
Vocal Direction: Esther Hyland
Orchestra direction: Jeremy King
Choreography: Gage Wayne

Tickets are now on sale. For more information on THE PRODUCERS tickets, Season Memberships, future auditions, and more, check out our website: www.theatrelabdayton.org.

The cast includes:

  • Jason Slattery as Max Bialystock
  • Philip Drennen as Leo Bloom
  • Nate Marcum as Franz Liebkind
  • Joshua Stucky as Roger De Bris
  • Joshua Hughes as Carmen Ghia
  • Abby Kress as Ulla
  • Scott Winters as Scott the Choreographer
  • David Moyer as Bryan the Set Designer
  • Robin Shank as Shirley Markowitz
  • Ensemble: Catie Cummings, Naman Clark, Samantha Renee, Taylor Reister, Abby Hoggatt, Kaleb Smith, Mark Mehlhop, David Baker, Farrah Rawlings, Kaleb Prickett, Ty Smith, Hairong Gu, Vanae Pate & Roz Hertenstein

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Mason Players Present World Premiere Musical

MCP_Above the SandMason Community Players presents
A World Premiere Musical
ABOVE THE SAND

July 21, 22, 27, 28 & 29 at 8PM
July 23 at 2PM
at the Mason Community Playhouse
5529 Mason Road, Mason, OH 45040

Tickets are $20; Seniors/Students are $15 and are available at MasonPlayers.org.

ABOVE THE SAND is written and composed by MCP member Tom Davis. It tells of the challenges and triumphs of Wilbur and Orville Wright as they bring the power of flight to the world. The story takes the audience on a journey from a bicycle shop in Dayton, Ohio to Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, Washington, D.C., and Paris, France. Above the Sand  is a piece of local history that has affected life around the world. It shines a light on the struggles of those who dream an idea into reality, then ultimately triumph.

The cast includes:

  • Wilbur Wright:  Corey Meyer
  • Orville Wright:  Nicco Morello
  • Katharine Wright/Ensemble:  Eva Bower
  • Agnes Wright/Ensemble:  Kim Toft
  • Milton Wright/Ensemble:  David Bower
  • Paul Laurence Dunbar:  Geoffrey Hill
  • Senator Taft/Ensemble:  David Abbott
  • Mr. Tate/Ensemble:  Stephen Catlin
  • Bessie Coleman:  April Pursley
  • Ohio/Kitty Hawk/Paris Ensembles:  Janet Abott, Kelley Flaugher, Jay Fultz, Joel Lind, Becca McLaughlin, Julie Poux, Rich Rudolph, Ray Smith,  and  Virginia Venegas

Lara Gonzalez will direct  ABOVE THE SAND and Tess Catlin and Gail Rudolph will produce the show. Sara Davis will be the Musical Director in companionship with composer/lyricist Tom Davis, while Stephanie Dalsfoist is the show’s Stage Manager.

Call 513-398-7804 with questions or to gain help procuring tickets.

Join MCP as they bring local history to life!

In the spirit of human endeavor… 

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INNOVAtheatre Presents BACK TO OUR ROOT Cabaret

INNOVA_Back to Our RootsAs individuals, we are told that we are nothing without our roots, and so we need to find our roots, which we do in our community, among “our people.” When we return to our roots, we enrich the cultural soil out of which we were born.

For one night only, this Saturday July 1st at 8pm. Tickets are now on sale!

INNOVAtheatre is proud to be going “Back to Our Roots” with our cabaret, to delve back into what we were founded upon. To showcase unexpected talent while putting a spin on the traditional theatre experience audiences have come to expect. Embracing diversity in every way. We wanted to create a place where artists felt free to take artistic risks and to create work that is cutting edge and accessible for everyone.

Join us for an evening of music, featuring songs like: “Holding to the Ground- Falsettos”, “Finding Wonderland – Wonderland”, “Waving Through a Window – Dear Evan Hansen”, “The Winner Takes it All – Mamma Mia” and many more. Hear our stories, feel our passion and leave with an understanding that “We are here for you!”

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KINKY BOOTS Runs June 30-Aug. 19

TC_Kinky Boots2KINKY BOOTS
The Carnegie
June 30-Aug. 19
[Covington]

Directed by Lindsey Augusta Mercer
Music directed by Steve Goers
Choreographed by Julia Schick

Cast: Montez O. Jenkins Copeland as Lola/Simon, Tomi Newman as Charlie Price, Sujaya Sunkara as Nicola, Monique Churchill as Lauren, Jathan Briscoe as Don, Andres Martinez as George, Dylan Van Camp as Mr. Price, Kyle Taylor as Harry, Regan Utrup as Pat, Caroline Bowers as Trish & Eliza Levy as Marge.
The Angels: Kyle Angel, Anthony Contreras, Anderson Rothwell & Zach Van Camp.

KINKY BOOTS, the winner of six Tony® Awards, including Best Musical, is a huge-hearted, high-heeled hit featuring music and lyrics by pop legend Cyndi Lauper. Factory owner Charlie is struggling to save his business when he meets Lola, a drag queen with a wildly exciting idea that just might save the day. Inspired by true events, KINKY BOOTS tells the story of a mismatched pair of friends who together learn that sometimes, the best way to fit in… is to stand out!

  • Fri, June 30 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, July 2 at 3pm
  • Fri-Sat, July 7-8 at 7:30pm
  • Fri, July 21 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, Aug. 6 at 3pm
  • Thu, Aug. 10 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, Aug. 19 at 7:30pm

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