Monthly Archives: February 2025

FIVE LESBIANS EATING A QUICHE and THE BUTLER DID IT Runs Feb. 14-23

FIVE LESBIANS EATING A QUICHE and THE BUTLER DID IT
Actor’s Theatre Fairborn
Feb. 14-23
[Fairborn]

Directed by Sabrina Kilbourne
Come join the Susan B. Anthony Society for the Sisters of Gertrude Stein at their 1956 Annual Quiche Breakfast, where they pay tribute to the most perfect food in the world, the egg. Secrets will be revealed and laughs will be had, as the women face the unknown… and the possibility of a world without eggs.

Directed by Craig Smith Next, enjoy a classic whodunit comedy, where nothing is as it seems! This cast of colorful characters, plenty of misunderstandings, and, of course, a butler, create a witty and entertaining mystery that is sure to make you laugh out loud.

  • Fri-Sat, Feb. 14-15 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, Feb. 16 at 3pm
  • Fri-Sat. Feb. 21-22 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, Feb. 23 at 3pm

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SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN Runs March 13-April 6

SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN
Covedale Center for the Performing Arts
March 13-April 6
[West Price Hill]

Directed by Dee Anne Bryll
Music Directed by Ryan Heinrich
Choreographed by Cassidy Steele

Cast: Christopher Wells as Don Lockwood, Kayla Stroud as Kathy Selden, Cian Steele as Cosmo Brown, Marissa Poole as Lina Lamont, John Langley as RF Simpson, Grace Caccavari as Dora Bailey/Miss Dinsmore/Ensemble, Cassidy Steele as Zelda Zanders/Ensemble, Trey Finkenstead as Roscoe Dexter/Ensemble, Evan Rogers as Rod/Diction Teacher/Ensemble, Issiah Current as Production Singer/Ensemble, Zach Treinen as Ensemble/Sound Engineer/Assistant Director, Amanda Sant as Olga Mara/Ensemble, Logan Chaput as Ensemble/Policeman/Assistant Director, Caleb Freed as Ensemble/Assistant Director & Mitchell Wolking as Ensemble/Sid Phillips
Ensemble Dancers: Cassidy Perme, Rachael Petranek, Haley Haskin, Jordan Ward, and Emmie Brewer

SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN has all the makings of a Tinseltown tabloid headline – the starlet, the leading man, and a love affair that could change lives and make or break careers. Complete with technicolor costumes, show-stopping dance numbers, and an onstage rainstorm, audiences of all ages will delight in this glorious musical fantasy.

  • Thu, March 13 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, March 14-15 at 8pm
  • Sun, March 16 at 2pm
  • Thu, March 20 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, March 21-22 at 8pm
  • Sun, March 23 at 2pm
  • Thu, March 27 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, March 28-29 at 8pm
  • Sun, March 30 at 2pm
  • Thu, April 3 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, April 4-5 at 8pm
  • Sun, April 6 at 2pm

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FINDING MICKEY MANTLE On March 11

FINDING MICKEY MANTLE by Wendy Vogel
Cincinnati Playwrights Initiative
March 11
Aronoff Center Fifth Third Bank Theater [Downtown]

A foster kid who’s aged out of the system, Marie thinks she’s finally found stability, moving in with her boyfriend Logan and his grandmother, Nan. When Logan is killed in an accident, Marie is left pregnant and alone, except for Nan. And when she finds a million-dollar baseball card among Nan’s hoarder-house boxes, she must decide whom she can trust, whom she must protect, and what family truly means.

About the Author
Wendy is a veterinarian, cancer survivor, playwright, and author.  Her many novels include the Horizon Alpha sci-fi series from Future House Publishing, and she is currently working on a horror-themed board game story for a well-known game publisher. She lives with husband Andrew and a houseful of special needs cats.

  • Tue, March 11 at 7:30pm

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HIGHER Runs March 7-22

HIGHER 
American Legacy Theatre
March 7-22
Contemporary Arts Center [Downtown]

HIGHER is an emotional rollercoaster about addiction, told through a gripping love story between Benjamin and Mara; whose family does not approve. We begin with Benjamin’s perfect All-American beginnings, only for life’s harsh realities to derail his dreams. As he searches for meaning and belonging, Mara offers a tempting, dangerous “solution.” Supported by a dynamic seven-person ensemble, Benjamin’s journey unfolds, leading him to break free from Mara’s grip and ultimately discover a powerful new way to rise above it all. HIGHER is a compelling exploration of struggle, transformation, and hope.

  • Fri-Sat, March 7-8 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, March 9 at 2pm
  • Thu-Sat, March 13-15 at 7:30pm
  • Thu-Sat, March 20-22 at 7:30pm

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Mars Hill Academy Proudly Presents HELLO, DOLLY!

HAMILTON, OH – Put on your Sunday clothes and join Mars Hill Academy for HELLO, DOLLY!, the beloved Broadway classic that brings the bustling streets of New York City and Yonkers to life. Performances will take place February 27, February 28, and March 1, with evening shows at 7 p.m. and a special Saturday matinee at 2 p.m. at Parrish Auditorium in Hamilton.

Follow the charming and irrepressible Dolly Gallagher Levi as she matches wits, orchestrates romances, and schemes her way toward her own happily-ever-after in this heartwarming and hilarious musical. With iconic songs like “Before the Parade Passes By,” “Put On Your Sunday Clothes,” and the showstopping title number, Hello, Dolly! promises to delight audiences of all ages with its wit, charm, and timeless celebration of life’s unexpected joys.

This production marks the Mars Hill Academy directorial debut of Abbie Patrick, who brings energy and vision to the stage. “Hello, Dolly! is a story that overflows with heart and humor, reminding us to find joy in life’s unexpected moments and embrace the beauty of human connection,” said Miss Patrick. “Our talented cast has worked tirelessly to bring this vibrant world to life, and we can’t wait for audiences to step into Dolly’s world for an unforgettable theatrical experience.”

Leading the talented cast is Kaiya Knodel as Dolly Levi, supported by Zeke Crocker as Horace Vandergelder, Christian Shehane as Cornelius Hackel, and Grace Lewandowski as Irene Molloy, and a gifted ensemble that will transport audiences to the lively streets of New York and the glamorous Harmonia Gardens restaurant.

The full cast includes: Liam Bedinghaus of Loveland, Elizabeth Chams of Mason, Kai Conrad of Maineville, Esther Costa of Cincinnati, Zeke Crocker of Maineville, Brennan Ferguson of Lebanon, Eli Forster of Clarksville, Emily Frank of Mason, Ryanne Franks of Maineville, Louisa Graham of Loveland, Molly Hicks of Cincinnati, Camdon Hutchinson of Cincinnati, Evan Isaacs of West Chester Twp., Abel Johnson of Middletown, Kaiya Knodel of Springboro, Kaden Knodel of Springboro, Grace Lewandowski of Pleasant Plain, Eli Lewandowski of Pleasant Plain, Clara Grace Mahl of Lebanon, Emma May of Mason, Rebecca Minick of Cincinnati, Jenna Minick of Cincinnati, Hugh Patrick of Clarksville, Annie Pawlak of Mason, Luke Perin of West Chester Twp., Ellery Powers of Maineville, Drew Pullins of Liberty Twp., Matthew Schatz of Mason, Christian Shehane of Springboro, Christopher Sheldon of Fairfield, Joshua Sheldon of Fairfield, Evan Sheldon of Milford, Elliana Spiers of Maineville, Abby St. Clair of Maineville, Micah Walls of Maineville, Elliana Walls of Maineville, Lydia Ware of West Chester Twp., and William Wheeler of Centerville.

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.marshill.edu/HelloDolly.

How to Go
What:
HELLO, DOLLY! presented by Mars Hill Academy
When:

  • Thursday, February 27 at 7 p.m.
  • Friday, February 28 at 7 p.m.
  • Saturday, March 1 at 2 p.m. (Understudy Performance)
  • Saturday, March 1 at 7 p.m.

Where: 
Parrish Auditorium, Miami University Hamilton
1601 University Blvd, Hamilton, OH 45011

Tickets:
Select seats, $18; Premium seats, $22; available at www.marshill.edu/HelloDolly

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