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Cast Announced for ASSASSINS at Springboro Community Theatre

Springboro Community Theatre is excited to announce the cast of ASSASSINS, our next mainstage musical!

Directed by Tim Rezash
Performance Dates: February 28-March 2, and March 7-9, 2025

ASSASSINS is a musical with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and a book by John Weidman, based on an original concept by Charles Gilbert, Jr. Using the framing device of an all-American, yet sinister, carnival game, the semi-revue portrays a group of historical figures who attempted (successfully or not) to assassinate Presidents of the United States and explores what their presence in American history says about the ideals of their country. The score is written to reflect both popular music of the various depicted eras and a broader tradition of “patriotic” American music.

  • Kyle Miller – John Wilkes Booth
  • TJ Montgomery – The Balladeer/L.H. Oswald
  • Lynn Vanderpool – Sara Jane Moore
  • Hayley Penchoff – Lynette “Squeaky” Fromme
  • Nick Bellmyer – Samuel Byck
  • Jose Gutierrez del Arroyo – Giuseppe Zangara
  • Ben Essex – John Hinckley
  • Aaron J. Brewer – Charles Guiteau
  • Drew Williams – Leon Czologosz
  • Jason Lakes – The Proprietor
  • Lindsey Cardoza – Emma Goldman
  • Bennett Cardoza – Billy
  • Quin Tyler – Ensemble
  • Lilly Robillard-Crissman – Ensemble
  • Mar Miller – Ensemble

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Cast Announced for ALWAYS…PATSY CLINE at The Carnegie

Meet the stars of our summer production of ALWAYS… PATSY CLINE

Kentucky native Charlotte Campbell makes her Carnegie debut in her fifth turn as the country music icon. Critics rave about her take on Patsy, with On Stage Colorado noting, “Campbell expertly belts out all the hits and some of Cline’s lesser-known songs… I could’ve closed my eyes and believed I was listening to the great musician herself.”

After taking audiences on a whirlwind adventure in last season’s HELLO, DOLLY!, Sara Mackie is back to bring her humor, heart, and dynamic stage presence to Louise Seeger, the devoted fan-turned-friend of Patsy Cline. League of Cincinnati Theatres calls Mackie, “unparalleled,” and we couldn’t agree more.

Tickets are on sale now—grab yours today and join us for a journey through Patsy’s unforgettable music: thecarnegie.com/whats-on/always-patsy-cline

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Auditions Announced for BRIGHT STAR at Rise Up Performing Arts

Seeking strong singers and actors ages 14-18 years old.

Please prepare a 1 minute musical theatre style song.  Please use an accompaniment track, without vocals. There will be a speaker connection and Bluetooth for phones. Please have music cued up to where your singing will begin.

Auditions: January 27th & 28th (from 6-9pm)
Callbacks: January 29th

Rehearsals Begin: February 2nd
Rehearsals: Sunday 3-6, Monday and Thursdays 6-9

For: Ages 14-18

Move In: March 16th
Show Dates: March 27th – 30th

Show Location: The Sorg Opera House

Directed by: Angie Neal

Please complete both the sign up link and the audition registration form available on the Rise Up website. Deadline to submit is Jan. 20th

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A DISTINCT SOCIETY Runs Feb. 5-16

A DISTINCT SOCIETY
Human Race Theatre Company
Feb. 5-16
The Loft Theatre [Dayton]

Directed by Brant Russell

In the tranquil hush of a library that straddles the U.S. – Canada border, life is about to change. When an Iranian father and daughter, separated by the international border, start using the library as a meeting place, the French-Canadian librarian, an American customs agent, and a local teenager find their quiet lives suddenly full of excitement and consequence. Inspired by true events, A Distinct Society is a touching and funny new play about the many things – family, food, art, love, and politics – that can either divide or unite us.

  • Pay What You Can Preview Feb. 4 at 7:30pm
  • Wed-Sat, Feb. 5-8 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, Feb. 9 at 2pm 7:30pm
  • Tue-Sat, Feb. 11-15 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, Feb. 16 at 2pm

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SNOW CANCELLATIONS for Fri, Jan. 10

Updated 1/10 12:10pm

I will update this page as information is received.

Italicized information comes directly from the presenting organization.

Reminder: This list may not be complete. Always check with the presenting organization.

CANCELLED PERFORMANCES:

  • CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF presented by Mariemont Players
    Performance Update: Cancellation Notice
    Due to the impending snowstorm and in the interest of everyone’s safety, the Friday, January 10th performance of CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF has been cancelled.
    Patrons with tickets for tomorrow’s performance will be contacted directly by the box office via email. New Performance Date Added: We will replace this show with a special performance on Wednesday, January 15th at 7:30 PM. To reschedule your tickets for another date, please contact the box office via phone or email. Rescheduling is on a first-come, first-served basis. Thank you for your understanding, and please stay safe! 
  • HOME BREW THEATRE 8 presented by The Drama Workshop
    Friends, out of an abundance of caution due to the predicted snowfall tomorrow (Friday, 01/10/2025). we are CANCELLING the performance. We are currently in the process of contacting patrons to move their tickets to other performances. Patrons who currently hold tickets for the Friday 01/10 performance will be contacted by phone and email. We thank you for your understanding. The safety of our patrons and performers is of the greatest importance to us here at TDW. Thank you and stay safe!
  • SHOCK! The Spine-Tingling Tale of Miss Spidra presented by CenterStage Players
    Out of caution based on the forecasted additional snow, CenterStage Players has made the decision to postpone the opening of our production of SHOCK! Our first performance will now be on Saturday, January 11. We have also added an additional matinee performance on Sunday, January 19 at 2:00 PM. Any tickets that were reserved for Friday, January 10 will be honored at any of the other performances. Stay safe and we look forward to seeing you at the theatre!

IMPACTED EVENTS 

 

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