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October 3, 2019 · 3:32 pm

Auditions Announced for GYPSY at Loveland Stage Company

LSC_logoSun, Nov. 3-Tue, Nov. 5 from 6-9pm
Callbacks, if needed, are Thu, Nov. 7

Loveland Stage Company Theater – 111 S. 2nd St. (State Rt 48) Loveland, OH, 45140

Performance Dates are: March 6-8, March 13-15, & March 20-22, 2020.

Please bring a list of conflicts from December 15 to February 20. Absolutely NO conflicts from February 21 – March 22, 2020.

Casting all ages. Please look over character description sheet.

Come prepared with a song: 32 bars of music in the style of a Broadway Musical. Please, no songs from the show.

Dance audition requires proper attire. Bring tap shoes – no flip flops, please.

Please be prepared to read from the script and have a head shot taken. Please wear a solid color shirt (you may change for your audition).

Resumes and headshots are not required.

Come ready to have a great time!

For additional information or questions, please contact Director Micheal R. Kiser at: mrkiser79@gmail.com

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October 3, 2019 · 12:57 pm

Don’t BLINK and Miss CASPER! He’s Haunting TCT’s Prices this Friday with a 24-hour Ticket Sale

TCTC_Casper Ghost Uncles

Joey Logan as Uncle Fatso, Sam Johnson as Uncle Stretch & A. James Jones as Uncle Stinky. Photo by Julia Fowler.

CINCINNATI:  It’s a treat – no trick!  The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati’s world-premiere of CASPER THE FRIENDLY MUSICAL flies into the Taft Theatre October 12-October 21, 2019 and kicks off TCT’s 100th birthday celebration season, but first Casper is haunting our prices for 24-hours only!

This Friday, October 4, patrons can get any orchestra seat for just $20 each for the first weekend of shows only, a savings of up to $15 per seat!

First weekend performances include:

  • Saturday, 10/12 at 2 PM
  • Sunday, 10/13 at 2 PM
  • Sunday, 10/13 at 5 PM

“Coming downtown to see BLINK?” asks Kim Kern, Managing Director and CEO. “We encourage you to add this to your family’s itinerary and make more memories together.”

Families are also encouraged to “test-drive” their Halloween costumes and wear them to the performances.

Everyone’s favorite friendly ghost, and his hilarious uncles, have embarked on the biggest Halloween adventure of their… after-lives. Filled with songs that will get you in the spirit, CASPER THE FRIENDLY MUSICAL is spooktacular fun for the whole family!

Casper’s one-day flash sale is THIS FRIDAY, October 4.

To take advantage of this offer, patrons can select ANY orchestra seat and purchase THIS FRIDAY.

*Offer valid October 4, 2019. Valid on tickets in Price Level 1 & 2; fees apply; other restrictions may apply; may not be combined with other offers; not valid on previously-purchased tickets.

Ideal for ages 4 and up.

Book and lyrics by Stephen Cole. Music by Matthew Martin Ward. Adapted by TCT and Roderick Justice. By special arrangement with Universal Theatrical Group. Directed by Roderick Justice. Choreographed by Eric Byrd.

Complete showtimes for CASPER THE FRIENDLY MUSICAL include:

  • Saturday, October 12 at 2 PM* (this performance is signed for the hearing impaired)
  • Sunday, October 13 at 2 PM and 5 PM
  • Wednesday, October 16 at 12:15 PM (this is a Sensory-Friendly performance)
  • Friday, October 18 at 7:30 PM
  • Saturday, October 19 at 2 PM and 5 PM
  • Sunday, October 20 at 2 PM

All of The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati’s Broadway-style MainStage productions, including CASPER THE FRIENDLY MUSICAL, are performed in the historic Taft Theatre, 5th and Sycamore Streets in Downtown Cincinnati. Visit www.ticketmaster.com for tickets, or visit the TCT Box Office at 4015 Red Bank Road, Cincinnati, OH  45227, Mondays/Wednesdays/Fridays from 10 AM to 4 PM and Tuesdays/Thursdays from 10 AM to 7 PM to purchase tickets in person with reduced fees.

Public subscriptions for the entire 2019-2020 season available now at www.thechildrenstheatre.com.

School performances of CASPER THE FRIENDLY MUSICAL will be held October 15-18 and October 21, 2019 during the daytime hours.

The sensory-friendly performance of CASPER THE FRIENDLY MUSICAL on October 16 is intended for individuals on the autism spectrum, as well as children (and adults) with other special needs who may benefit.  To create a sensory-friendly performance, the show is performed in a welcoming, supportive environment for those with sensory challenges.  Slight adjustments to lighting and sound are made and effects such as fog, strobes, and lights that extend into the audience are minimalized.  A downloadable Social Narrative (in Word format) is made available on the TCT website one week before the performance.  At the theater, TCT provides an area staffed by specialists in the field where patrons can take a break from the performance if necessary, and Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center has trained staff on hand.

For details about how to purchase tickets to TCT’s School or Sensory-Friendly performances, visit www.thechildrenstheatre.com.

And don’t miss The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati’s brand-new Podcast, Audio Footlights. Hosted by Producing Artistic Director, Roderick Justice, listeners will get to know the actors and actresses in each show. This podcast is designed to look at the shows we produce, and to ignite, impact, and inspire all of our young listeners to have a lifelong love of theatre. Flex your imagination and join us!  This free TCT Podcast runs about 8 minutes, and is currently available on iTunes as well as Stitcher, SoundCloud, GooglePlay, TuneIn, and Spotify!

Here’s a link to SoundCloud:  https://soundcloud.com/tctcincinnati.

The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati’s production of CASPER THE FRIENDLY MUSICAL is made possible by the generosity of Production Sponsor Edyth B. Lindner and TriHealth; Season Sponsors H.B., E. W. and F. R. Luther Foundation and the Charles H. Dater Foundation; and ArtsWave and the generosity of tens of thousands of contributors to the ArtsWave Community Campaign.  The Ohio Arts Council helped fund this program with state tax dollars to encourage economic growth, educational excellence and cultural enrichment for all Ohioans.  Media sponsors are LOCAL 12 and Q102.  Sea of Smiles Pediatric Dentistry is TCT’s Ticket Envelope Season Sponsor.  First Watch: The Daytime Café is TCT’s Crown Club Sponsor.

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October 3, 2019 · 12:15 pm

Payroll & Benefits Specialist Sought by Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park

PIP_logoCincinnati Playhouse in the Park is an equal opportunity employer and encourages inquiries about this position from a broad spectrum of candidates reflecting the diversity of the community we serve.

Job Title: Payroll & Benefits Specialist

Position Overview
The Payroll & Benefits Specialist administers the activities relating to the payroll and benefits processing including implementing and monitoring (e.g., performing internal audit and control procedures to ensure that all wages and taxes are accurate). This position reports to the Human Resources Manager. The Payroll & Benefits Specialist is a full-time, full-year, exempt salaried position.

Position Responsibilities

  • Process multi-dimensional weekly payroll (hourly, salary, union), including administering regulatory requirements, e.g., garnishments, tax levies, support orders, union deductions, and other adjustments to pay as necessary.
  • Implement and maintain payroll best practices to improve efficiency and consult with Human Resources Manager to improve payroll and benefits processes.
  • Assists employees and managers with timekeeping questions and issues.
  • Process accurate and timely year-end reporting when necessary (W-2, W-2c, ACA etc.)
  • Produces scheduled and ad-hoc reports.
  • Prepare weekly posting batches and integrate date into the General Ledger.
  • Administer all employee benefit programs including enrollments and terminations.
  • Assists with annual open enrollment, including preparation (or revision) and distribution of materials, scheduling meetings to communicate changes to employees, and overseeing changes within deadlines..
  • Fulfills all governmental regulatory mandates and ensures filings are performed as required.
  • Plans, conducts and reports results of audits to ensure all enrollments are accurate and that dependent information is correct for each employee. Works closely with Finance for quarterly and year end audits (payroll, Workers Comp, 401(k), etc.).
  • Addresses benefit inquiries to ensure timely and accurate resolutions. Maintains contact with employees to facilitate proper and complete utilization of benefits for all employees.
  • Processes monthly billings from carriers. Reviews billings for accuracy and approves for payment in a timely manner. Resolves discrepancies with carriers and payroll.
  • Administers online COBRA and FSA enrollments/changes.
  • Responds to and manages unemployment claims.
  • Manages payment of workers compensation cases in the 15K Program.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Competencies

  • 3-5 years, preferably at least 5+ years of experience administering payroll and benefits processes required. Work experience should include knowledge of basic accounting and human resources practices, payroll practices, benefits administration, and compliance. Bachelors Degree and CPP preferred.
  • Must have strong knowledge of payroll and benefits software applications. Paycor experience is preferred.
  • Must have a high level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations..
  • Strong understanding of Human Resources processes and terminology, payroll and benefit processes and procedures, including eligibility and enrollment rules and benefit procedures.
  • Demonstrate exceptional analytical skills and ability to create useful and actionable reports from data.
  • Possess strong written and verbal communications skills.
  • Possess strong organization skills and ability to complete multiple tasks and high volume of work on deadline.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to edit and proofread..
  • Possess a creative outlook with a problem-solving attitude.
  • Excellent time management, organizational, and follow-through skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to respond quickly and accurately to requests for data or information.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications: Excel, Word, and Outlook.
  • Ability to adhere to strict confidentiality requirements and exercise good judgment.
  • Communicate using English language.
  • Experience working in the not-for-profit sector and an appreciation for the performing arts and theater in particular is preferred.

Physical Demands:

  • The employee is frequently required to stand and walk, and occasionally stoop or kneel.
  • The employee may occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds.
  • This position is partially sedentary, and the employee is required to regularly talk and hear.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

To Apply:
Submit your cover letter and resume with three references to:
Sharon Weber
Human Resources Manager
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park
962 Mt. Adams Circle
Cincinnati, OH 45202
sharon.weber@cincyplay.com
No phone calls, please.
Deadline to apply: October 20, 2019

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October 3, 2019 · 10:36 am

NKU SOTA Illuninates LIGHTSTREAMS at Blink Festival

NKU_LightstreamsHIGHLAND HEIGHTS, KY – Northern Kentucky University’s School of the Arts will be at the Cincinnati BLINK 2019 Art & Light Festival with a unique concert collaboration entitled “LightStreams” on Thursday, Oct. 10 at 9 p.m. at Smale Riverfront Park (east of Roebling Suspension Bridge on the Ohio side of the river).

Experience the dynamic effects of movement and color of illuminated suspended canoes while the NKU Philharmonic Orchestra performs music by Bedřich Smetana, Miguel Roig-Francolí, and John Botter. After the live performance, the art installation will continue with NKU Philharmonic recorded music for the duration of the weekend for BLINK viewers to experience. “LightStreams” is an artistic collaboration of the Music and Visual Arts Programs of SOTA. Visit nku.edu/blink for more information.

ABOUT THE PROJECT:
From indigenous Mound Builders to early settlers of Cincinnati, the river has been the foundation upon which our great city was built. Water, rivers, and streams contain a magic power with thousands of colors and shapes contained in their movements. This performance and installation evoke these mesmerizing movements, explores the past, and embraces our future. The metaphor of canoes traveling on water to communicates our region’s past and the continuing journey to our future.

The installation evokes our connection to place, to tell the story of the land and our relationship to the river. Eight canoes will be supported above ground at various heights between seven and ten feet in the air. The installation will utilize dynamic colored lights that illuminate the boats coordinated to music. Also, each canoe will have fully programmable lights that will bathe light from the interior of the hulls. This will provide a contrasting light texture to the linear paths of light on the canoes.

Live music will be performed for one night only. Musicians will wear small blue lights on their hands to simulate the movement of water.

ABOUT THE ARTISTS:
Brad McCombs is associate professor of art, interim music program head and coordinator for new media art at Northern Kentucky University.  His expertise is about creating dynamic environments and worlds that create powerful connections with an audience, whether they are physical, virtual, or somewhere in-between. As a conceptual and interdisciplinary artist, he continually pushes the creative use of low- and high-tech elements in finding solutions to projects that engage the public.

Hans Schellhas is a visual communication designer and film-maker. He is currently an associate professor of visual communication design at Northern Kentucky University. His film and design work has been published and recognized by the American International Film Festival, Graphis, Creativity International, Rockport Publishers, Creative Quarterly Journal and was selected as one of Creative Quarterly’s top 100 artists, photographers, and designers for the 2015 100 Best Annual.

Amy Gillingham is a cellist, conductor, director, educator, and arts advocate dedicated to leveraging her roles to advance, empower, and inspire others through music. She currently serves as assistant professor of strings and director of orchestras at Northern Kentucky University. Dr. Gillingham has previously served as executive director of the National String Project Consortium, an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

ABOUT NKU SCHOOL OF THE ARTS:
SOTA is the Creative Engine of NKU. The School of the Arts combines Dance, Music, Theatre, and Visual Arts to bring unparalleled artistic opportunities to current and future students. In a changing world, SOTA prepares students to be creative trailblazers in the Arts and their careers. Whether we are creating motion graphics, producing on the stage, or utilizing our dance classes to collaborate with therapeutic exercise in health sciences, we are on the cutting edge of transdisciplinary studies. Yes, we’re hosting concerts, but we’re also preparing students to produce better rock n’ roll shows. Here, you will create, you will dance, you will sing, and most of all, you will achieve.

For more information about NKU’s School of the Arts, please visit nku.edu/sota or follow on social media @NKUSOTA.

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October 3, 2019 · 9:28 am

City of Cincinnati Declares October ‘OZtober’ to Celebrate Premiere of THE WIZARD OF OZ at Cincinnati Ballet

CB_Cincinnati Sign Green“Cincinnati” Icon sign at Duke Convention Center & Cincinnati Museum Center illuminated Green, ruby pointe shoes revealed at Oz Kickoff at Museum Center October 2

CINCINNATI, OH.  (October 1, 2019) – The Queen City is turning into Emerald City for Cincinnati Ballet’s premiere of The Wizard of Oz! Please join Council Member P.G. Sittenfeld and Artistic Director Victoria Morgan at Cincinnati Museum Center for a special Oz Kickoff Wednesday, October 2 from 10:30 am to noon. Sittenfeld will read a proclamation, declaring ‘OZtober’ in Cincinnati in honor of the premiere. Dorothy’s ruby red pointe shoes will then be put on display, kids age 2-4 will enjoy an educational dance class, and an Oz-inspired performance by Cincinnati Ballet’s Professional Training Division will follow.

Beginning at sunset tonight, The “Cincinnati” Icon sign at Duke Convention Center and Cincinnati Museum Center will also be illuminated green, to celebrate the kickoff event. The “Cincinnati” sign will turn green again October 25 through November 3 during The Wizard of Oz at the Aronoff Center for the Arts.  Take a selfie with Dorothy’s slippers at Cincinnati Museum Center before they make their premiere October 25 at the Aronoff and upload to Cincinnati Ballet social media channels, using the hashtag #cbapplause. One lucky fan will win 4 tickets to a select performance of The Wizard of Oz! We’ll select the winner randomly from one of our social media sites.

This year also marks the 80th anniversary of the classic film, The Wizard of Oz, that inspired choreographer Septime Webre’s full-length ballet version. It’s The Wizard of Oz like you’ve never seen before! Amazing projections, adorable puppets, flying monkeys and of course, incredible dance. It’s ‘Broadway meets Ballet.’ “Oz is infused with Septime’s cleverness and wit,” said Artistic Director Victoria Morgan. “It’s an act of engineering and ingenuity to re-create some of what we saw in the movie on stage. How are you going to create a tornado on stage? How are you going to show the descent of the house into Oz? He’s accomplished that beautifully. It’s total escapism.”

Tickets are on sale now. For more information visit cballet.org.

WHO: Cincinnati Ballet

WHAT: The Wizard of Oz

WHEN:

  • October 25 – 8:00 pm
  • October 26 – 2:00 pm
  • October 26 – 8:00 pm
  • October 27 – 1:00 pm
  • October 30 – 6:30 pm (Sensory Friendly)
  • October 31 – 7:30 pm
  • November 1 – 8:00 pm
  • November 2 – 2:00 pm
  • November 2 – 8:00 pm
  • November 3 – 1:00 pm

WHERE:
The Aronoff Center for the Arts
650 Walnut Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202

TICKETS:
Call 513.621.5282, visit cballet.org or visit the Cincinnati Ballet Box Office at 1555 Central Parkway, Cincinnati, OH 45214

Tickets start at $29\

About Cincinnati Ballet
Since 1963, Cincinnati Ballet has been the cornerstone professional ballet company of the region, presenting a bold and adventurous array of classical, full-length ballets and contemporary works. Under the artistic direction of Victoria Morgan, Cincinnati Ballet has become a creative force within the larger dance community, commissioning world premiere works and exploring unique collaborations. With a mission to inspire hope and joy in our community and beyond through the power and passion of dance, Cincinnati Ballet reaches beyond the stage in programs that allow every person in the region to be part of the continued evolution of dance through exhilarating performances, extensive education outreach programs and top-level professional ballet training at Cincinnati Ballet Otto M. Budig Academy.

Cincinnati Ballet 2019-2020 Season Sponsors:
Rhonda & Larry A. Sheakley, ArtsWave, Mercy Health, Louise Dieterle Nippert Musical Arts Fund, Ohio Arts Council, John A. Schroth Family Charitable Trust, Frisch’s Big Boy, Knowlton

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