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July 31, 2025 · 5:21 pm

A RAISIN IN THE SUN Runs Aug. 22-Sept. 7

A RAISIN IN THE SUN
Dayton Theatre Guild
Aug. 22-Sept. 7
[Dayton]

Directed by Robert-Wayne Waldron
Produced by Rick Flynn

Cast: Shaun Diggs as Walter Lee Younger, Gail Andrews Turner as Lena Younger (Mama), Cormari Pullings as Ruth Younger, Amirah Musa as Beneatha Younger, Dominic Bothers as Travis Younger, Jarrod Davis as George Murchison, William Boatwright as Joseph Asagai, Andre Tomlinson as Bobo & Rick Flynn as Karl Lindner

The Younger family dreams of more. But in 1950s Chicago, racism, redlining, and hard luck sear even the smallest hopes before they can take root. Lorraine Hansberry’s timeless classic crackles with anger, tenderness, and the stubborn fight for a better life. Will their dreams dry up? Or will they explode?

  • Fri-Sat, Aug. 22-23 at 8pm
  • Sun, Aug. 24 at 3pm
  • Fri, Aug. 29 at 8pm
  • Sat, Aug. 30 at 5pm
  • Sun, Aug. 31 at 3pm
  • Fri, Sept. 5 at 8pm
  • Sat, Sept. 6 at 5pm
  • Sun, Sept. 7 at 3pm

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July 31, 2025 · 5:20 pm

PARADE Runs Aug. 22-Sept. 7

PARADE
Beavercreek Community Theatre
Aug. 22-Sept. 7
[Beavercreek]

Directed by Lynn Vanderpool

Cast: Michael Petersen as Leo Frank, Sephyrah Martin as Lucille Frank, Jr Turner as Jim Conley, Addison Haines as Mary Phagan, Jacob Gildenblatt as Frankie Epps, Michael Abner as Hugh Dorsey, Matt Owens as Governor John Slaton, Shawn Hooks as Tom Watson, Jim Walker as Judge Roan, Bethany Locklear as Mrs. Phagan, Aaron Hill as Britt Craig, Ronda Ogletree as Minnie McKnight, Aaron Washington as Newt Lee, Tyler DeHaven as Luther Rosser, Jacob Gildenblatt as Young Soldier, Richard Lee Waldeck as Old Soldier, Naman Clark as Riley, Nichole Smith as Angela, Eve Diamond as Iola Stover, Olivia Jones as Monteen, Layla Plair as Essie, T’mara Zealley as Sally Slaton, Eli Baranowski as Mr. Peavy, Richard Lee Waldeck as Officer Ivey & Tyler DeHaven as Detective Starnes
Ensemble: Abby Williams, Eli Baranowski, Selena Mungur, Amy Smith, Jamie Pavlofsky, Tiffany Kelly, Theo Hoskins & Shanna Camacho

In 1913, Leo Frank, a Brooklyn-raised Jew living in Georgia, is put on trial for the murder of thirteen-year-old Mary Phagan, a factory worker under his employ. Already guilty in the eyes of everyone around him, a sensationalist publisher and a janitor’s false testimony seal Leo’s fate. His only defenders are a governor with a conscience and, eventually, his assimilated Southern wife who finds the strength and love to become his greatest champion.  Daring, innovative and bold, Parade is filled with soaring music and a heart-wrenching story, offering a moral lesson about the dangers of prejudice and ignorance that should not be forgotten.

  • Fri-Sat, Aug. 22-23 at 8pm
  • Sun, Aug. 24 at 3pm
  • Fri-Sat, Aug. 29-30 at 8pm
  • Sun, Aug. 31 at 3pm
  • Fri-Sat, Sept. 5-6 at 8pm
  • Sun, Sept. 7 at 3pm

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July 31, 2025 · 4:57 pm

BRIGHT STAR Runs Aug. 22-30

BRIGHT STAR
Merit Theatre Company
Aug. 22-30
Anderson Center [Anderson Township]

Directed & produced by Benjamin & Kaitlyn Iocco

Cast: Megan Dendler Johnson as Alice Murphy, Daniel Gnau as Billy Cane, Mike Yarick as Jimmy Ray Dobbs, Rachel Cobbs as Margo Crawford, Arnie Forman as Daddy Cane, Forrest Fairley as Mayor Dobbs, Rachel Mabry as Mama Murphy, Nathan Mabry as Daddy Murphy, Sam Parker as Daryl Ames, Allison Syvertsen as Lucy Grant, Adam Leigh as Dr. Norquist, Dakara Cooper as Edna, Sienna Glaze as Florence, Sylas Craven as Max & Karen Wiebe as Government Clerk
Ensemble: Corinne Baumann, Olivia Barthauer, Dakara Cooper, Sylas Craven, Marley Davis, Elena Escamilla, Sienna Glaze, Blake Heubach, Adam Leigh, Elizabeth Lightner, Max McDaniel, Sam Parker, Josephine Shaut, Noah Steffen, Allison Syvertsen, Gwen Uhlenbrock & Karen Wiebe
Youth Ensemble: Izzy Ashley, Jonah Hayley, Evelyn Heubach, Anna Manion & Joseph Manion

Set in the American South in the 1920s and 1940s, Bright Star tells a powerful story of love, loss, and redemption with a live bluegrass band and vibrant cast of characters. BRIGHT STAR is a heartwarming and uplifting musical suitable for most audiences, but it does include some mature plot elements. These include an unplanned pregnancy, some alcohol use, and a moment of intense action involving a baby. Nothing graphic is shown onstage, and the show ultimately centers on themes of hope, love, and redemption. Parents may wish to use discretion for younger children.

  • Fri, Aug. 22 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, Aug. 23 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Sun, Aug. 24 at 3pm
  • Wed-Fri, Aug. 27-29 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, Aug. 30 at 2pm

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July 29, 2025 · 3:37 pm

HAIRSPRAY Runs Aug. 20-Sept. 14

HAIRSPRAY
Warsaw Federal Incline Theatre
Aug. 20-Sept. 14
[East Price Hill]

Directed by Dee Anne Bryll
Music directed by Ryan Heinrich
Choreographed by Julius Jones

Cast: Carly J. Shepherd asTracy Turnblad, Sean Miller-Jones as Edna Turnblad, Douglas Berlon as Wilbur Turnblad, Savannah Slaby as Penning Pingleton, Jack Manion as Corny Collins, Jenny Herndon as Velma Von Tussle, Caroline Rakestraw as Amber Von Tussle, Tommy Sanders as Link Larkin, Roman Harris-Richardson as Seaweed J. Stubbs, Grace Manning as Little Inez, Mandy Gaines as Motormouth Maybelle, John Langley as Authority Figure, Emily Borst as Authority Figure & Cassidy Steele as Tammy/Ensemble/Dance Captain
Ensemble:  hristopher Wells, Kyle Rosa, Jordan Ward, Dylan Perez, Peyton Leonard, Mitchell Wolking, Kelsey Schwarber, Kertu Bell, Ashley O. Matt, Elizabeth Taylor, Austin Hoard, Derek Dunn-Melvin & Elijah Wilson.

It’s the 1960s, and change is in the air! Hairspray, winner of eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical, is a family-friendly musical, piled bouffant-high with laughter, romance and deliriously tuneful songs.  It’s 1962 in Baltimore, and the lovable plus-size teen, Tracy Turnblad, has only one desire – to dance on the popular “Corny Collins Show.” When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed from social outcast to sudden star. She must use her newfound power to dethrone the reigning Teen Queen, win the affections of heartthrob Link Larkin, and integrate a TV network… all without denting her ‘do!

  • Wed-Thu, Aug. 20-21 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, Aug. 22-23 at 8pm
  • Sun, Aug. 24 at 2pm
  • Wed-Thu, Aug. 27-28 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, Aug. 29-30 at 8pm
  • Sun, Aug. 31 at 2pm
  • Wed-Thu, Sept. 3-4 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, Sept. 5-6 at 8pm
  • Sun, Sept. 7 at 2pm
  • Wed-Thu, Sept. 10-11 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, Sept. 12-13 at 8pm
  • Sun, Sept. 14 at 2pm

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July 29, 2025 · 3:36 pm

GREASE Runs Aug. 15-24

GREASE
The Carnegie
Aug. 15-24
[Covington]

GREASE is the word! After a sizzling summer fling, Danny and Sandy find themselves navigating love, friendship, and the trials and tribulations of high school. With legendary hits like “Summer Nights,” “Greased Lightnin’,” and “You’re the One That I Want,” this electrifying new production is bursting with grit, glam and youthful exuberance. Rediscover the magic of this timeless classic that’s been winning hearts for generations.

  • Fri, Aug. 15 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, Aug. 16 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Sun, Aug. 17 at 3pm
  • Thu-Fri, Aug. 21-22 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, Aug. 23 at 2pm & 730pm
  • Sun, Aug. 24 at 3pm

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