The Carnegie and University of Cincinnati Partner on Classic Musical Comedy ANYTHING GOES

The Cole Porter hit sails into Covington February 27 – March 8

Indya Lincicome is Reno Sweeney in ANYTHING GOES. Photo by Mikki Schaffner.

(Covington, KY, February 9, 2026) — The Carnegie launches its 2026 season with the sparkle, sophistication, and show-stopping energy of Cole Porter’s Broadway classic ANYTHING GOES. Produced in partnership with the University of Cincinnati College–Conservatory of Music (CCM) and featuring performers from CCM’s nationally recognized Musical Theatre program, this fresh, high-spirited production runs at The Carnegie February 27 through March 8.

Set sail for madcap mayhem in this tuneful, tap-dancing romp where high society and low morals collide. Aboard the S.S. American, con men are celebrated, evangelists become showbiz sensations, and romance runs delightfully amok. Featuring Cole Porter’s sparkling score—including “You’re the Top,” “I Get a Kick Out of You,” and the toe-tapping title number—this screwball spectacle proves that with a little charm (and a catchy tune), you can get away with anything. ANYTHING GOES is your first-class ticket to fun.

Indya Lincicome, a senior at CCM, stars as evangelist-turned-nightclub singer Reno Sweeney. Lincicome recently appeared as Rizzo in The Carnegie’s Summer 2025 production of GREASE. Also returning to the Covington stage are Monique Churchill (Hope Harcourt), Josh Devine (Billy Crocker), Joey Baciocco (Lord Evelyn Oakleight), Dominic Carroll (Moonface Martin), and Jack Haroutunian, Arden Allmon, Grace Baker, Annika Jonker, Carter Minor, and Jameson Zoller in the ensemble.

Making their Carnegie debut are Zach “Zoo” Finkelstein, Benjamin Schultz, Abigayle Kate Gatton Stokes, Annie Dauk, Max Patrick, Andy Bakun, and Griffin Simmons. The productions swings and standbys include Matthew Williamson, Kage Cliburn, Naomi Thuren, Jack Bear Ryan, and JJ Korkin.

Joining the student cast are guest artists and real-life husband and wife Diane Lala (Mrs. Evangeline Harcourt) and Robert Pavlovich (Elisha J. Whitney). Lala, Professor Emerita of Musical Theatre at UC–CCM, returns to the stage after 36 years of teaching, directing, and choreographing. Pavlovich, a longtime UC–CCM Acting & Musical Theatre faculty member, is a veteran stage and screen actor and currently serves as host of All Things Considered for WWNO New Orleans.

The production is directed and co-choreographed by CCM faculty member Eric Byrd. Byrd directed several of The Carnegie’s best-selling productions including GREASE, THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW, RENT, and GUYS AND DOLLS. Choreographer Jessica Harris and Music Director Julie Spangler, both CCM faculty members, return after collaborating on last season’s SEUSSICAL.

ANYTHING GOES
Music and Lyrics by COLE PORTER
Original Book by P.G. WODEHOUSE & GUY BOLTON and HOWARD LINDSAY & RUSSEL CROUSE
New Book by TIMOTHY CROUSE & JOHN WEIDMAN

ANYTHING GOES is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Tams-Witmark LLC. This version of ANYTHING GOES was adapted from the 1987 Broadway revival, originally produced by Lincoln Center Theater.

Production Sponsor for ANYTHING GOES
Piper’s Ice Cream Bar

Artist Sponsors for ANYTHING GOES
Debbie Bardonaro, Realtor, Sibcy Cline
J. Brett Offenberger, MD and Mr. Douglas E. Duckett
Rosemary and Mark Schlachter

UC–CCM Production Supporters for ANYTHING GOES
Ken and Toni Kanter

Subscriptions & Tickets
Flexible subscriptions and single tickets for the 2026 season are available now at thecarnegie.com or by calling the box office at 859-957-1940. Flexible subscription options allow audiences to choose the shows, dates, and seats that work best for them — with savings up to 15% on ticket prices.

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About The Carnegie
The Carnegie is Northern Kentucky’s largest multidisciplinary arts venue providing theatre events, educational programs and art exhibitions to the Northern Kentucky and Greater Cincinnati community. The Carnegie facility is home to The Carnegie Galleries, the Otto M. Budig Theatre, and the Eva G. Farris Education Center.

The Carnegie is supported by the generosity of tens of thousands of contributors to the ArtsWave Community Campaign. The Carnegie receives ongoing operating support from the Kentucky Arts Council, City of Covington, Kenton County Fiscal Courts, Carol Ann & Ralph V. Haile, Jr. Foundation, the Greater Cincinnati Foundation, Cincinnati International Wine Festival, and Suits That Rock.

For more information on the 2026 season or First Show Free, visit thecarnegie.com.