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Subscriptions to the First-Ever Family Performance Series to Go on Sale Monday

MEC_logoThe Madcap Education Center is one step closer to opening its doors.

Cincinnati Landmark Productions/Madcap Puppets announced today the first Family Performance Series at the new arts education scheduled to open later this fall in Westwood.

Construction on the Center has been underway since February and is on schedule (and on budget!) to open in November. The six-show Family Performance Series is the first of many events to be announced at the much-anticipated new space.

Whole season subscriptions to the Family Performance Series – just $48 each – are available starting Monday, October 1 at 11am. Tickets to single shows go on sale October 15 and will be $10 each.

The inaugural 2018-19 Family Performance Series line-up includes:

  • THE WONDERFUL WIZARD OF OZ , November 3-4
  • A MADCAP CHRISTMAS CAROL, December 22-23
  • RUMPELSTILKSKIN: A Puppet Musical, January 12-13
  • PUPPETS KapOw!, February 2-3
  • THE GREAT SPACE CAPER, March 9-10
  • MR. PUNCH AND THE BABYSITTER, April 13-14

Performances are scheduled for Saturday at 11am and 1pm and Sunday at 1 and 3pm, on the dates listed. Subscribers can exchange tickets to another performance of the same show (pending ticket availability) for free. Subscribers also get the best seats at the best price. All subscriptions can be purchased over the phone at (513) 241-6550 or in person at either the Covedale Center or Warsaw Federal Incline Theater box office locations.

ABOUT THE MADCAP EDUCATION CENTER
The TriHealth Performance Hall at the Madcap Education Center is a state-of-the-art theater built with kids in mind. With only 135 seats, the space is intimate and comfortable and provides great sight-lines for audience members of any age.

The Madcap Education Center will be home to exciting life-size puppet performances, a jumping off point for show tours but also a hub for classes, camps and performing arts education opportunities – in the heart of Westwood’s revitalized business district.

The Madcap Education Center will host:

  • Children’s programming in its 135-seat theater
  • One-on-one vocal and instrument training in its small studio spaces
  • Dance classes for a variety of skill levels in its two dance studios
  • Acting and improv classes
  • Puppet making and other arts/crafts classes in its art studio space
  • Distance learning programming in its technology center
  • Birthday parties
  • Senior arts classes opportunities
  • Neighborhood meetings and special events
  • The new home base for Madcap Puppets touring operations

For more information about Cincinnati Landmark Productions, visit www.clpshows.org or call (513) 241-6550.

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Part-Time Events Assistants Sought by Cincinnati Arts Association

caa_logoPOSITION OPENINGS

EVENTS ASSISTANT
PART-TIME, SEASONAL 
ARONOFF CENTER LOCATION

The Cincinnati Arts Association (CAA) is seeking a highly-motivated individual to fill this part-time, seasonal position at our Aronoff Center for the Arts location. The Events Assistant will be primarily responsible for advancing and overseeing events, both independently and in support of full-time Event Managers.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

General responsibilities include but are not limited to: effectively communicating with clients to identify details and expectations for theatrical and non-theatrical events; function as primary client contact for event details; liaise between client and venue staff; disseminate information to venue staff; coordinate set up; oversee and ensure smooth execution of assigned events; function as manager-on-duty as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

This position has a highly variable schedule including days, evenings, weekends and some holidays, as dictated by event schedule. Desired flexibility to work during staff vacations and days off, as needed. This position will average approximately 20 hours per week but may vary from week to week; seasonally (September-June). Weekly staff meetings required. This position also entails remaining on feet for long periods of time, moving quickly and climbing stairs. The ideal candidate must possess exceptional customer service and communication skills. Must possess the ability to work well as part of the team and independently with minimal supervision along with the ability to work effectively with a broad range of people in the community. Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously a must. Experience in event planning and execution and/or in theater production (technical theater, front-of-house or arts administration) preferred; working knowledge of the theater production process preferred; an understanding of technical theatre terminology a plus. Familiarity with Microsoft Office required. Familiarity with Social Tables and Venue Ops a plus, but not necessary.

EVENTS ASSISTANTS
PART-TIME 
MUSIC HALL LOCATION

The Cincinnati Arts Association (CAA) is seeking highly-motivated individuals to fill these part-time positions at our Music Hall location. The Events Assistants will be primarily responsible for overseeing events, both independently and in support of full-time Event Managers.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

General responsibilities include but are not limited to: effectively communicating with clients to identify details and expectations for social and special events; function as primary on-site client contact; liaise between client and venue staff; disseminate information to venue staff; coordinate set up; oversee and ensure smooth execution of assigned events; function as manager-on-duty as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

This position has a highly variable schedule including days, evenings, weekends and some holidays, as dictated by event schedule. Desired flexibility to work during staff vacations and days off, as needed. The schedule for this position will vary from week to week and is dependent on event schedule. This position is subject to heavy lifting of up to 50 lbs.; and entails remaining on feet for long periods of time, moving quickly and climbing stairs. The ideal candidate must possess exceptional customer service and communication skills. Must possess the ability to work well as part of the team and independently with minimal supervision along with the ability to work effectively with a broad range of people in the community. Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously a must. Experience in event planning and execution including weddings preferred; an understanding of technical theatre terminology a plus. Familiarity with Microsoft Office required. Familiarity with Social Tables and Venue Ops a plus, but not necessary.

To Apply:
Interested candidates may complete an application at/or send resume by 10/12/18 to:
Cincinnati Arts Association
Attn: Human Resources
650 Walnut Street
Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Or email: HR@cincinnatiarts.org

No phone calls please.
EOE/M/F/D/V/SO Employer

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2019-2020 Season Announced by The Drama Workshop

TDW_VERTThe season line up is:

NANA’S NAUGHTY KNICKERS by Katherine DiSavino
Directed by Judy Berrens
Aug. 9-25, 2019

BLITHE SPIRIT by Noel Coward
Directed by Gina Kleesattel
Oct. 11-27, 2019

IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE A RADIO PLAY adapted by James W. Rodgers
Directed by Adam Drake
Dec. 6-22, 2019

A CATERED AFFAIR by Harvey Fierstein (rights pending)
Directed by Dan Maloney
Feb. 21-March 8, 2020

RING OF FIRE by Richard Maltby, Jr.
Directed by Linda Abbott
May 1-17, 2020

Plan to join us. It’s going to be an amazing season!

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THE FEAST Runs Oct. 25-28

TPG_The Feast promo

Phillip Drennen as Man. Photo by Knack Creative.

THE FEAST
The Playground
Oct. 25-28
Arts Annex [Dayton]

Directed by Jenna Valyn & Chris Hahn

Cast: A.J. Breslin as Matt, Rae Buchanan as Anna & Phillip Drennen as Man

Matt and Anna’s relationship is going swimmingly, until the sewers under their apartment open up and begin to speak. The plumber is angry, Matt’s paintings are getting stranger, and a storm is gathering. An eerie comedy about what is real, what is not, and who knows.

  • Thu, Oct. 25 at 7pm
  • Fri, Oct. 26 at 8pm
  • Sat, Oct. 27 at 2pm & 8pm
  • Sun, Oct. 28 at 2pm

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trueHEROIN On Oct. 25

TRUE_logotrueHEROIN
trueTHEATRE
Oct. 25
Memorial Hall [Over-the-Rhine]

The topic of heroin and how it is impacting our country and our city is in the news all too often. We thought it was time to share some stories from people on the front lines of the epidemic here at home.

Hear stories from a small-town police chief trying to make a big difference; a mom who got the news no parent should ever receive; a man who is trying to reduce the stigma associated with addiction through song; a woman trying to address the problem by talking to kids; and a woman in recovery who is helping pave the way for others on their journeys.

  • Thu, Oct. 25 at 7:30pm

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