Monthly Archives: January 2024

January 17, 2024 · 5:27 pm

HOW I LEARNED WHAT I LEARNED Runs Feb. 17-March 10

ETC_How I Learned What I LearnedHOW I LEARNED WHAT I LEARNED
Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati
Feb. 17-March 10
[Over-the-Rhine]

Written and originally performed by playwriting legend August Wilson himself, this autobiographical tour-de-force chronicles Wilson’s days as a struggling young writer. In this intimate one-person play, experience his first jobs; his first loves; a stint in jail; his encounters with racism, violence, and music; and how the people of Pittsburgh’s Hill District inspired his celebrated cycle of plays. Following his rise from a young poet to the literary giant we honor today, this timeless and heartfelt memoir charts one man’s journey of self-discovery and what it means to be a Black artist in America.

When telling his story, August Wilson doesn’t shy away from adult language (including the n-word) and difficult subjects. He frankly and honestly discusses how racism, violence, sexual relationships, and drug use impacted his life.

  • In preview Sat, Feb. 17 at 7pm
  • In preview Tue, Feb. 20 at 7pm
  • Wed-Fri, Feb. 21-23 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, Feb. 24 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Sun, Feb. 25 at 2pm 
  • Tue-Fri, Feb. 27-March 1 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, March 2 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Sun, March 3 at 2pm
  • Tue-Fri, March 5-8 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, March 9 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Sun, March 10 at 2pm

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January 17, 2024 · 5:27 pm

Rodgers & Hammerstein’s CINDERELLA: Youth Edition Runs Feb. 17-25

TCTC_CinderellaRodgers & Hammerstein’s CINDERELLA: Youth Edition
The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati
Feb. 17-25
Taft Theatre [Downtown]

Directed by Chris Stewart
Music Direction by Jason Alexander Holmes
Choreographed by Tina DeAlderete

Cast: Jathan “JB” Briscoe as Herald, Juno Brosas as Cinderella, Anna Rose Deleon Guerrero as Joy, JT Langlas as Prince, Jazz McMullen as King, Spring Star Pillow as Stepmother, Tia Seay as Fairy Godmother, Karli Smith as Portia & Michelle Wells as Queen
Ensemble: Lena Andrews, Brinley Culver, Marlo D’Ascenzo, Lucia Duque, Antwnazia Fant, Avery Fox, Griffin Hatfield, Dez Flynn Hutchens, Noah Jeffreys, Ethan Kuchta, Aaron Marshall, Gabriel Kanai Nakata, Sarina Patel, Kip Richardson, Chelsea Russell, Tre Taylor III, Keya Vadivelu, Jordan Ward & Camryn Wilkinson

This magical musical by Rodgers & Hammerstein will feature a BIPOC creative team, and diversity will be celebrated as your favorite characters show us “Impossible” is possible! If you loved the 1997 film version of this classic musical, you won’t want to miss this enchanting production!

Originally presented on television in 1957 starring Julie Andrews, Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella was the most widely viewed program in the history of the medium. Its recreation in 1965 starring Lesley Ann Warren was no less successful in transporting a new generation to the miraculous kingdom of dreams-come-true, and so was a second remake in 1997, which starred Brandy as Cinderella and Whitney Houston as her Fairy Godmother. As adapted for the stage, with great warmth and more than a touch of hilarity, this enthralling fairy tale still warms the hearts of children and adults alike. Ages 4 and up.

  • Sat, Feb. 17 at 2pm & 5pm
  • Sun, Feb. 18 at 2pm
  • Fri, Feb. 23 at 7pm
  • Sat, Feb. 24 at 11am & 2pm
  • Sun, Feb. 25 at 2pm

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January 17, 2024 · 5:26 pm

KAIROS Runs Feb. 16-March 3

KTC_KairosKAIROS
Know Theatre of Cincinnati
Feb. 16-March 3
[Over-the-Rhine]

Directed by Rebecca Wear

Cast: Maggie Lou Rader as Gina & Ryan-Chavez Richmond as David

KAIROS, a world premiere by Lisa Sanaye Dring (director of Alabaster (2019), starts as a meet cute rom com…and then the world changes. A budding relationship is tested by the advent of Prometheus, a procedure that grants immortality to a select few. What happens to commitment, meaning and care when linear time breaks open?

  • Fri-Sat, Feb. 16-17 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, Feb. 18 at 3pm
  • Wed-Sat, Feb. 21-24 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, Feb. 25 at 3pm
  • Wed-Sat, Feb. 28-March 2 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, March 3 at 3pm

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January 16, 2024 · 5:56 pm

THE OUTSIDER Runs Feb. 16-24

SSP_The OutsiderTHE OUTSIDER
Sunset Players
Feb. 16-24
Arts Center at Dunham [West Price Hill]

Directed by David Roth
Produced by John Wesseling

Cast: Rachel Baer, Brian Costa, Max Metsch, Tess Greweling, John McInerney, Ray Smith & Lace Walther

Ned Newley doesn’t even want to be governor. He’s terrified of public speaking; his poll numbers are impressively bad. To his ever-supportive Chief of Staff, Ned seems destined to fail. But political consultant Arthur Vance sees things differently: Ned might be the worst candidate to ever run for office. Unless the public is looking for… the worst candidate to ever run for office. A timely and hilarious comedy that skewers politics and celebrates democracy.

  • Fri-Sat, Feb. 16-17 at 8pm
  • Sun, Feb. 18 at 3pm
  • Thu, Feb. 22 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, Feb. 23-24 at 8pm

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January 16, 2024 · 5:55 pm

GUYS AND DOLLS Runs Feb. 15-March 24

LAC_Guys and DollsGUYS AND DOLLS
La Comedia Dinner Theatre
Feb. 15-March 24
[Springboro]

This Broadway classic transports you to the colorful world of underground dice-slinging, and high-stakes romance amidst the hustle and bustle of 1950s New York City. Gambler Nathan Detroit’s focus is on his next big payoff, which could cost him the love of his life, as showgirl Adelaide’s growing frustration with getting Nathan to marry her continues to grow.

Bustling with deception and wit, reviving the soul, and gambling on love, the Tony® Award-winning Guys and Dolls is set to a golden era score including “Luck Be a Lady,” “Sit Down You’re Rocking the Boat,” and “I’ve Never Been in Love Before.”

  • Thu-Fri, Feb. 15-16 at 10:30am & 5:30pm
  • Sat, Feb. 17 at 5:30pm
  • Sun, Feb. 18 at 10:30am & 5:30pm
  • Thu-Fri, Feb. 22-23 at 10:30am & 5:30pm
  • Sat, Feb. 24 at 5:30pm
  • Sun, Feb. 25 at 10:30am & 5:30pm
  • Thu-Fri, Feb. 29-March 1 at 10:30am & 5:30pm
  • Sat, March 2 at 5:30pm
  • Sun, March 3 at 10:30am & 5:30pm
  • Thu-Fri, March 7-8 at 10:30am & 5:30pm
  • Sat, March 9 at 5:30pm
  • Sun, March 10 at 10:30am & 5:30pm
  • Thu-Fri, March 14-15 at 10:30am & 5:30pm
  • Sat, March 16 at 5:30pm
  • Sun, March 17 at 10:30am & 5:30pm
  • Thu-Fri, March 21-22 at 10:30am & 5:30pm
  • Sat, March 23 at 5:30pm
  • Sun, March 24 at 10:30am & 5:30pm

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