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August 9, 2024 · 8:14 am

UNNECCESSARY FARCE Runs Aug. 30-Sept. 8

UNNECCESSARY FARCE
Lebanon Theatre Company
Aug. 30-Sept. 8
[Lebanon]

Directed by Kurt Percy

Cast: Brian Laughlin as Mayor Meekly, BJ Simpson as Todd, Abby Kinnebrew Smith as Karen Brown, Michael Cline as Agent Frank, Karen Oehler as Mary Meekly, Jessica Armour as Billie Dwyer & Jacob Stone as Eric Sheridan

Two cops. Three crooks. Eight doors. Go. In a cheap motel room, an embezzling mayor is supposed to meet with his female accountant, while in the room next door, two undercover cops wait to catch the meeting on videotape. But there’s some confusion as to who’s in which room, who’s being videotaped, who’s taken the money, who’s hired a hit man, and why the accountant keeps taking off her clothes.

  • Fri-Sat, Aug. 30-31 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, Sept. 1 at 2pm
  • Fri-Sat, Sept. 6-7 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, Sept. 8 at 2pm

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August 9, 2024 · 8:13 am

Call for Applicants for the Macy’s Internship for Diverse Arts Administrators and Production Artists

Call for Applicants: Macy’s Internship
for Diverse Arts Administrators & Production Artists

Background
The mission of The Children’s of Cincinnati (TCT) is to educate, entertain, and engage audiences of all ages through professional theatrical productions and arts education programming. Now entering its 105th season, TCT is the oldest professional theatre for young audiences in the country and is recognized as one of the top children’s theatres in the nation. TCT brings art to life through three divisions: TCT MainStage at the Taft Theatre, TCT on Tour, and TCT Academy.

Arts organizations have the power to heal, uplift, and create lasting cultural change. Our goal is that the quality and inclusivity of TCT productions will continue to inspire all youth, with increasing numbers from historically marginalized populations, to love theatre and/or pursue careers both on- and off-stage, particularly through a practice of diverse representation in all areas of our operations.

The Change Fund at The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati was launched in October 2020 with the goal of creating an inclusive culture and innovation through the addition of previously excluded voices. The Change Fund provides exclusive funding for projects dedicated to eight pillar areas of diversity, equity, inclusion, and access. TCT has currently identified these pillars as:

  1. Diverse Arts Administrators
  2. Diverse Educators, Guest Speakers, Ambassadors, & Cultural Consultants
  3. Development of Diversity-Focused New Works and Adaptations
  4. Diverse Playwrights & Composers
  5. Diverse Directors & Choreographers
  6. Diverse Designers & Artists
  7. Diverse Production Crew
  8. Diversity-Focused Community Engagement Initiatives

The Change Fund seeks to offer opportunities for diverse individuals throughout the country including those of various races, ethnicities, religions, genders, abilities, socio-economic status, and more.

A generous donation from Macy’s will provide a season of exclusive funding for The Change Fund in support of advancing a more equitable future for present and future theatre artists and administrators. In alignment with Macy’s Mission Every One, TCT will provide learning and leadership opportunities for underrepresented youth through the Change Fund Internship for Diverse Arts Administrators or Diverse Production Artists.

During the 2022-23 season, Macy’s funded its inaugural Change Fund Internship for Diverse Production Artist R’reyonna Parker, who joined the Stage Management Team for Disney’s Descendants: The Musical. Macy’s has previously supported The Change Fund by funding the filming of the TCT on Tour production of ABIYOYO, a diversity-focused new work that was brought to life in the 2021-22 season.

During the 2023-24 season, Macy’s funded Change Fund Intern and Diverse Production Artist, Isaiah Reves, who assistant directed Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella: Youth Edition and co-wrote A Pirate-y Peter Pan, an upcoming TCT Tour production that will be performed at schools and community venues across the country throughout 2024 and into 2025.

How It Works
The Change Fund at TCT will provide professional and educational opportunities for diverse people interested in pursuing a career in the arts through internships for arts administrators and/or theatre production artists. Internships will amplify the voices of individuals who have been historically underrepresented. The Change Fund will be an educational resource dedicated to projects that specifically and intentionally propel the perspectives of people of varying races, ethnicities, religions, sexual orientations, genders, and more for many years to come.

Interested participants may apply for internships related to their professional goals in non-profit arts management and/or theatre production. Applicants may be aspiring non-profit marketing directors, CEOs, producers, development leaders, venue managers, scenic designers, technical directors, lighting designers, and beyond. Interns will lead various programming efforts, share in mentorship by TCT leaders, partake in professional development, engage in networking opportunities with other arts and business leaders in the community, and will be provided with valuable educational opportunities pertaining to their field of choice. Interns will also offer fresh expertise and perspective to TCT’s operations and programming departments.

Interns will work with TCT for 8 weeks during the 2024-25 season. They will receive a stipend of $500 per week and a housing and/or travel allowance of $1,000.

Eligibility

Applicants must be:

  • Undergraduate or Graduate students, or recent Graduates, who identify with a diverse and/or marginalized population, including those marginalized in terms of gender, sexual orientation, race, income, and ability.
    • Interested in pursuing a career in Arts Administration and/or Theatre Production
    • Available for a minimum of 20 but up to 35 hours per week for a maximum of twelve weeks during the Fall or Spring.

How to Apply
Interested applicants should submit their resumes/cover letters to bailey.hartlage@tctcincinnati.com. In addition, please submit an essay of not more than 500 words or a video of not more than five minutes indicating how an internship at TCT is of interest to you, how it will impact you personally, and how you hope to impact TCT in the context of arts administration and/or theatre production.

Applications must be received by August 30, 2024.

Questions? Contact Development Manager Bailey Hartlage, bailey.hartlage@tctcincinnati.com or (513) 569-8080 ext. 32.

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August 9, 2024 · 8:10 am

Hello, Gorgeous! FUNNY GIRL Tickets On Sale Friday August 9

HELLO, GORGEOUS! HELLO, CINCINNATI!

Katerina McCrimmon as Fanny Brice in the National Tour of FUNNY GIRL. Photo by Evan Zimmerman for MurphyMade

FUNNY GIRL IS COMING TO
CINCINNATI NOVEMBER 19 – DECEMBER 1

TICKETS ON SALE FRIDAY, AUGUST 9

CINCINNATI — Broadway in Cincinnati is excited to present FUNNY GIRL, the sensational musical comedy revival, coming to Cincinnati for a limited two-week engagement from November 19 to December 1 as part of the 24/25 Broadway in Cincinnati Season presented by TriHealth. Tickets will be available starting Friday, August 9 at 10:00 AM online at CincinnatiArts.org, by phone at 513.621.ARTS or in person at the Aronoff Center Box Office, downtown.

Welcome to musical comedy heaven! The “vivacious and delightfully glitzy” (Vogue) Broadway revival features iconic songs, including “Don’t Rain On My Parade,” “I’m the Greatest Star,” and “People.” Breaking box office records week after week and receiving unanimous raves on Broadway, this bittersweet comedy is the story of the indomitable Fanny Brice. As a girl from the Lower East Side who dreamed of a life on the stage, everyone told her she’d never be a star, but then something funny happened—she became one of the most beloved performers in history, shining brighter than the brightest lights of Broadway. The Observer describes the revival as “sparkling and explosively entertaining!”

FUNNY GIRL is directed by Tony® Award winner Michael Mayer (Thoroughly Modern Millie) and features the classic score by Tony, Grammy®, and Academy® Award winner Jule Styne and lyrics by Tony Award nominee and Grammy Award winner Bob Merrill, (comprising additional songs from Styne & Merrill). The original book by Isobel Lennart, from an original story by Miss Lennart, is revised by Tony Award winner Harvey Fierstein (Kinky Boots, Newsies).

FUNNY GIRL features choreography by Ellenore Scott (Falsettos); tap choreography by Ayodele Casel; scenic design by Tony Award winner David Zinn (SpongeBob SquarePants: The Musical); costume design by Tony Award winner Susan Hilferty (Wicked); lighting design by Tony Award winner Kevin Adams (Hedwig and the Angry Inch); sound design by Tony Award winner Brian Ronan (Beautiful: The Carole King Musical) and Cody Spencer; hair and wig design by Campbell Young Associates; music supervision by Emmy Award winner Michael Rafter; casting by Jim Carnahan, CSA, and Jason Thinger, CSA; orchestrations by Chris Walker; dance, vocal, and incidental music arrangements by Alan Williams, and additional arrangements by David Dabbon and Carmel Dean. The associate director is Johanna McKeon; the associate choreographer is Jeffrey Gugliotti; the assistant director is Torya Beard; the assistant tap choreographer is Dre Torres.

The FUNNY GIRL tour stage management team is led by Production Stage Manager Jovon E. Shuck and is supported by Stage Manager Kyle Dannahey  and Assistant Stage Manager Rachael Wilkin. The company management team is led by Company Manager Justin Sweeney with Associate Company Manager Ryan Mayfield. The tour music director/conductor is Elaine Davidson.

The Broadway production of FUNNY GIRL began performances at the August Wilson Theatre on March 22, 2022, with the official opening on April 24, 2022, where it continued its record-breaking run through September 3, 2023. Sonia Friedman, Scott Landis, and David Babani together with Gemini Theatrical, Accidental Jacket, and Sony Masterworks Broadway released FUNNY GIRL – New Broadway Cast Recording, which is now available wherever you stream music. Produced by David Caddick and David Lai and featuring the classic score by Jule Styne (music) and Bob Merrill (lyrics), the album is co-produced by Sonia Friedman, Scott Landis, David Babani, Michael Mayer, Brian Gillet, Huck Walton, Sean Keller, and Marc Levine. The album is executively produced by Evan McGill and the associate producers are Joanna Drowos, Abby Green, and PickleStar Theatricals.

FUNNY GIRL will play the Aronoff Center from November 19 – December 1, 2024: Tuesdays – Fridays at 7:30 PM, Saturdays at 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM, and Sundays at 1:00 AM and 6:30 PM. Please note, because of the holiday week, there will not be a performance Thursday, November 28. In place, there will be a matinee performance on Friday, November 29 at 1:00 PM. Tickets start at $45 and can be found online at CincinnatiArts.org, by phone at 513.621.ARTS or in person at the Aronoff Center Box Office downtown. For groups of 10 or more, contact the group sales department at 513.369.4363. Performance schedule, prices and cast are subject to change without notice. For more information, please visit BroadwayInCincinnati.com.

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Broadway in Cincinnati presented by TriHealth is committed to bringing the very best of Broadway to the Tri-State, presenting touring Broadway plays and musicals in Cincinnati since 1987. For over twenty years, Broadway in Cincinnati has presented all shows at the Aronoff Center. The Broadway in Cincinnati series brings more than 185,000 people downtown to the Aronoff Center each year and contributes an average of $30 million to the local economy each season. Broadway in Cincinnati is a member of the Greater Cincinnati Convention & Visitors Bureau, the Greater Cincinnati Chamber of Commerce and The Broadway League. The season is presented by TriHealth.

Broadway Across America (BAA) is part of the John Gore Organization family of companies, which includes Broadway.com, The Broadway Channel, BroadwayBox.com, Group Sales Box Office, and Broadway Brands.  Led by 22-time Tony-winning theater producer John Gore (Owner & CEO), BAA is the foremost presenter of first-class touring productions in North America, operating in 48 markets with over 400,000 subscribers. Presentations include Disney’s The Lion King, Wicked, The Book of Mormon, and Hamilton. Current productions include &Juliet, Hadestown, Hamilton, Hell’s Kitchen, MJ: The Musical, Moulin Rouge! The Musical, The Outsiders and Stereophonic.

The John Gore Organization is the leading presenter, distributor, and marketer of Broadway theater worldwide. Under the leadership of 22-time Tony-winning theater producer and owner John Gore, its family of companies includes Broadway Across America, Broadway.com, The Broadway Channel, BroadwayBox.com, Group Sales Box Office and Broadway Brands. The company presents shows in 48 cities across North America as well as on Broadway, Off-Broadway, London’s West End, Japan, and China. It has won Tony Awards in every producing category as well as numerous other Drama League, Drama Desk, and Olivier Awards.  The John Gore Organization is committed to supporting theater access and education programs that introduce Broadway to the next generation of audiences and theater professionals.

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August 9, 2024 · 8:09 am

Auditions Announced for MACBETH at Dayton Drunk Theater

Dayton Drunk Theater is looking for 5-10 actors/improvisers/silly gooses for its amateur theatrical troupe!

DDT performs historical plays with a twist–improvisation, audience participation, and a whole lotta drinks (for those who partake). Audience members can expect to laugh til they cry, toast to tomfoolery, and maybe even be a part of the performance themselves!
Dayton Drunk Theater’s home stage is in the gallery room of Yellow Cab Tavern in Dayton,

Auditions will consist of improvisational games and cold reading from a one-act version of Shakespeare’s MACBETH. But this isn’t just any cold reading! You’ll perform the script with a randomized character, setting, props, costume, etc. We’re not looking for perfection–we’re looking for entertainment!

Auditions run Aug. 9 from 5:30pm-7:00pm; please plan on arriving on time and staying for the duration of the auditions so we can pair you with multiple scene partners.

Information for Troupe Members:
DDT troupe members are required to attend a mandatory dress rehearsal on Sunday, September 29th from 5-9pm and the performance of MACBETH on Friday, October 11th from 7-10:30pm. There may be additional optional practices as necessary. You are not committing to any future shows, although you are welcome to join us again in the future.

Troupe members may be asked to work the front door/ticket table for performances, lead games for audience members during the pre-show and intermission, hold cue cards for the audience, or other miscellaneous duties.

You are not obligated to drink at any time as a member of Dayton Drunk Theater, although you absolutely may at your discretion! Your choices regarding drinking are entirely your own and will be on your own dime. We do encourage patronizing our lovely home bar, Yellow Cab Tavern.

With any questions, please contact daytondrunktheater@gmail.com.

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August 7, 2024 · 5:06 pm

THE ENCHANTED COTTAGE Runs Aug. 23-Sept. 8

THE ENCHANTED COTTAGE
Dayton Theatre Guild
Aug. 23-Sept. 8
[Dayton]

Directed by Debra Kent
Produced by Barbara Jorgensen, Michael Welly & Brian Buttrey

Cast: Karen Righter as Mrs. Minnett, Racheal Tingley as Laura Pennington, Dave Williamson as Major Hillgrove, Frank Maranje as Oliver Bashforth, Don Campbell as Mr. Corsellis, Rhea Smith as Mrs. Corsellis, Caitlin Larsen Deer as Mrs. Smallwood, Jim Walker as Mr. Smallwood & John Spitler as Rigg

Socialite Oliver Bradshaw returns home from WWI disfigured by war wounds and convinced that no one will accept him as he is now. He hides from his family and the rest of the world, taking a secluded cottage overseen by a mysterious housekeeper. Laura Pennington, a painfully shy young woman from the village comes to look after Oliver. She tells him that the cottage in which he is staying is in fact a very old honeymoon cottage. The two begin developing feelings for each other and ultimately fall in love and marry. They discover the enchantment of the cottage has the power to transform. This play is about true beauty lying within, and about acceptance. Everyone deserves to love.

  • Fri-Sat, Aug. 23-24 at 8pm
  • Sun, Aug. 25 at 3pm
  • Fri, Aug. 30 at 8pm
  • Sat, Aug. 31 at 5pm
  • Sun, Sept. 1 at 3pm
  • Fri, Sept. 6 at 8pm
  • Sat, Sept. 7 at 5pm
  • Sun, Sept. 8 at 3pm

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