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March 9, 2018 · 3:40 pm

THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Runs April 11-22

VTA_Phantom of the Opera logoTHE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA
Victoria Theatre Association
April 11-22
Schuster Center Mead Theatre [Dayton]

Cameron Mackintosh’s spectacular new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA comes to Dayton as part of a brand new North American tour. Critics are raving that this breathtaking production is “bigger and better than ever before” and features a brilliant new scenic design by Paul Brown, Tony Award-winning original costume design by Maria Björnson, lighting design by Tony Award winner Paule Constable, new choreography by Scott Ambler, and new staging by director Laurence Connor. The production, overseen by Matthew Bourne and Cameron Mackintosh, boasts many exciting special effects including the show’s legendary chandelier. The beloved story and thrilling score — with songs like “Music of the Night,” “All I Ask of You,” and “Masquerade” — will be performed by a cast and orchestra of 52, making this PHANTOM one of the largest productions now on tour.

  • Wed, April 11 at 8pm
  • Thu, April 12 at 2pm & 8pm
  • Fri, April 13 at 8pm
  • Sat, April 14 at 2pm & 8pm
  • Sun, April 15 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Tue-Thu, April 17-19 at 8pm
  • Fri, April 20 at 8pm
  • Sat, April 21 at 2pm & 8pm
  • Sun, April 22 at 2pm & 7:30pm

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March 9, 2018 · 3:28 pm

BLOOD AT THE ROOT Runs April 11-15

SCCT_logo2BLOOD AT THE ROOT
Sinclair College Community Theatre
April 11-15
[Dayton]

Inspired by the racially divisive case of the Jena Six involving black teenagers accused of an attack on a white schoolmate, the play delves deeply into racism, homophobia, violence and unfair social structures. Interlocking prejudices and grievances are laid bare, yet the story screams for improved communication between us all.

  • Wed-Thu, April 11-12 at 7pm
  • Fri-Sat, April 13-14 at 8pm
  • Sun, April 15 at 2pm
    April 12, 14 & 15 performances are ASL interpreted.

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March 9, 2018 · 3:18 pm

THE KING AND I Runs April 10-22

BIC_TheKingandI_600X600THE KING AND I
Broadway in Cincinnati
April 10-22
Aronoff Center [Downtown]

Lincoln Center Theater’s critically acclaimed production of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s THE KING AND I directed by Tony Award winner Bartlett Sher won four 2015 Tony Awards, including Best Revival of a Musical. One of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s finest works, THE KING AND I boasts a score which features such beloved classics as “Getting To Know You,” “I Whistle a Happy Tune,” “Hello Young Lovers,” “Shall We Dance” and “Something Wonderful.”

Set in 1860’s Bangkok, the musical tells the story of the unconventional and tempestuous relationship that develops between the King of Siam and Anna Leonowens, a British schoolteacher whom the modernist King, in an imperialistic world, brings to Siam to teach his many wives and children.

  • Tue-Thu, April 10-12 at 7:30pm
  • Fri, April 13 at 8pm
  • Sat, April 14 at 2pm &  8pm
  • Sun, April 15 at 1pm & 6:30pm
  • Tue-Thu, April 17-19 at 7:30pm
  • Fri, April 20 at 8pm
  • Sat, April 21 at 2pm &  8pm
  • Sun, April 22 at 1pm & 6:30pm

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March 9, 2018 · 2:52 pm

MARY POPPINS JR. Runs April 7-15

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Kayla Burress as Mary Poppins & Eric Byrd as Bert. Photo by Mikki Schaffner.

MARY POPPINS JR.
The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati
April 7-15
Taft Theatre [Downtown]

Directed by Roderick Justice
Choreographed by Paula Rakestraw

Cast: Brian Anderson as George Banks, Kayla Burress as Mary Poppins, Eric Byrd as Bert, Jon Caspian as Von Hussler/Ensemble, Liz Comstock as Miss Andrew/Ensemble, Eileen Earnest as Ms. Brill, Kyndra Dyanne as Mrs. Corry/Ensemble, A. James Jones as Northbrook/Ensemble, Joey Logan as Robertson Ay, Kristie Rose Mills as Katie Nanna/Mrs. Smyth/Ensemble, Danielle Muething as Bird Woman, Jason D. Weaver as Bank Chairman/Ensemble & Michelle Wells as Winifred Banks
Ensemble: Andrew Blake, Hannah Browning, Madeleine Burgoon, Chris Logan Carter, Nick Godfrey & Renee Stoltzfus
Young Artists Company: Madelynn Glenn as Neleus/Ensemble, Nicholas Gundrum as Ensemble, Payton Hines as Jane Banks, Aubrey E. Jones as Ensemble, Benny Mitchell as Michael Banks, Maddi O’Connell as Ensemble & Jack Walz as EnsembleZ

The jack-of-all trades, Bert, introduces us to England in 1910 and the troubled Banks family. Young Jane and Michael have sent many a nanny packing before Mary Poppins arrives on their doorstep. Using a combination of magic and common sense, she must teach the family members how to value each other again. Mary Poppins is an enchanting mixture of irresistible story, unforgettable songs, breathtaking dance numbers and astonishing stagecraft.

  • Sat, April 7 at 2pm*
  • Sun, April 8 at 2pm & 5pm
  • Fri, April 13 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, April 14 at 2pm & 5pm
  • Sun, April 15 at 2pm
    *Signed for the hearing impared.

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March 9, 2018 · 2:37 pm

Auditions Announced for THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME at Fairfield Summer Theatre

FST_logoBased on the Victor Hugo novel and songs from the Disney animated feature, THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME showcases the film’s Academy Award-nominated score, as well as new songs by Menken and Schwartz. Peter Parnell’s new book embraces story theatre and features verbatim passages from Hugo’s gothic novel.

A sweeping score and powerful story make THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME an instant classic. Audiences will be swept away by the magic of this truly unforgettable musical.

SIGN-UPS
Auditioners will need to register online for a time slot.

AUDITION DATES

  • Thursday, May 10, 2018 beginning at 7:00 PM
  • Friday, May 11, 2018 beginning at 7:00 PM
    Callbacks will be on May 12, 2018 at TBA.
    (Performance: July 26-29, 2018)

WHAT TO PREPARE
Please prepare one minute of an appropriate Broadway song. You may be asked to dance, so please plan accordingly. An accompanist will be provided.

WHERE
FHS Performing Arts Center
8800 Holden Blvd.
Fairfield, Ohio 45014

CASTING
All ages. All types. All ethnicities. All actors must be strong singers. Some must be strong dancers. A choir of excellent singers remains onstage throughout and accompanies the action.

CHARACTER LIST

Quasimodo (Tenor)
The deformed bell-ringer of Notre Dame and Claude Frollo’s charge. Lonely and staunchly obedient to Frollo, he possesses a vivid imagination that brings to life the bells and gargoyles of the cathedral. Despite his shyness and uncertainty, he quickly befriends Esmeralda. Big-hearted, and brave when need be.

Esmeralda (Mezzo)
A beautiful and free-spirited gypsy who possesses the strong sense of justice and morality that Frollo lacks. Compassionate, she frees Quasimodo from the frenzied mob at the Feast of Fools and, against her better judgment, falls for the cocky Phoebus.

Claude Frollo (Baritone)
Archdeacon of Notre Dame Cathedral and the most powerful cleric in Paris, he is the reluctant caretaker of Quasimodo. He will do whatever it takes to rid the city of the gypsy “vermin,” even as he lusts after Esmeralda. Calculating, manipulative, and obsessive.

Jehan Frollo (Tenor)
Claude’s reckless younger brother. With the gypsy Florika, he fathers Quasimodo, who he leaves in his brother’s care. Wild, passionate, and strong-willed.

Florika (Soprano)
A gypsy and Quasimodo’s mother.

Father Dupin (Baritone)
A priest of Notre Dame and Claude and Jehan’s guardian.

Clopin Trouillefou (Baritone/Tenor)
The clever and charismatic King of the Gypsies. An air of mystery surrounds Clopin, who often leaves the scene in a puff of smoke. As the master of ceremonies for the Feast of Fools, he is witty and playful, but he boasts a darker, serious nature when not performing for the crowd.

Captain Phoebus de Martin (Tenor)
Returning to Paris after serving in the war, Phoebus takes up his new position as Captain of the Cathedral Guard. Overconfident yet charming, this handsome, strong soldier makes the ladies swoon, yet his moral compass is also strong, and he openly defies the corrupted Frollo.

Other Roles/Congregation/Ensemble (all vocal ranges)
Gypsies, gargoyles, soldiers, and citizens of Paris.

Choir (all vocal ranges)
High calibre singers, on stage throughout.

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