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October 28, 2024 · 5:38 pm

ELF the Musical at Loveland High School Nov. 13-16

Christmas spirit starts early in Loveland with a production of ELF the Musical at Loveland High School November 13th – 16th.  This show is a great start to the family holidays and will have you pulling out your decorations extra early.

A baby who crawled into Santa’s sack and grew up at the North Pole with the elves finds out he actually is human.  When he sets off to find his family in New York City, Buddy’s adventures show him the good and the bad of live in the big city.

Will people believe he really knows “the big guy”?  Can he raise enough Christmas spirit to get Santa’s sleigh to fly and save his dad’s publishing company from ruin?

Over 70 students are involved in this production –  the backstage crew, the actors singing and dancing on stage, and the orchestra playing the stick-in-your-head sparklejollytwinklejingley tunes.

Performances are Wed-Fri at 7pm, Sat at 2pm & 7pm.

Tickets are $15 for adults, $12 for students and senior citizens.

Order yours here: https://lovelandhstheater.wixsite.com/lhsdrama/box-office

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October 28, 2024 · 5:36 pm

Auditions Announced for YOU CAUGHT US IN OUR SHORTS FOR THE 7TH TIME at Sunset Players

  • Saturday, November 2 from 2-4 pm
  • Sunday, November 3 from 7-9 pm
  • Sun, Nov. 17 from 6-8pm

Arts Center at Dunham, 1945 Dunham Way, Cincinnati, OH 45238

SIGNUP: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080A4AA8A62FA4FA7-52960099-sunset#/

DETAILS: Auditions are open and will consist of cold readings from the scripts. The plays include roles for 25+ actors. Actors can audition and be cast for multiple One Act plays. Actors can do multiple auditions with the directors during each audition date based on casting requirements.

Rehearsals will begin in early December/early 2025 (based on director’s preference).

Performance dates are March 14, 15, 16, 20, 21, & 22 at the Arts Center at Dunham.

Directors for the shorts are: Nick Dunker, Logan Dunn, Dan Hawkins, Dennis Murphy, Jeri Nakamura, and Ray Smith.

Below are details about each One Act play and cast:

  • BLIND DATE: Written by Samara Siskind and directed by Dan Hawkins, Blind Date is a date between Marcia and Ted who are either completely incompatible or a match made in heaven.
    Cast: 1 woman (20s-30s) and 1 man (20-30s). Man needs to be able to do a British accent.
  • BRAVE: Written by Jennifer Fischer Davis and directed by Ray Smith, Brave is a play of loss and love.
    Cast: 1 actress (20s), and 1 man and 1 woman (40s+).
  • ENIGMA VARIATIONS: Written by David Ives and directed by Logan Dunn, Enigma Variations involves zany hijinks with doppelgangers, déjà vu, and a the nurse who may be Aphrodite or a male gym teacher in a dress.
    Cast: 2 men (20-30s), 2 women (20-30s), and 1 man (40s or older who is burly/hairy)
  • THE WATER ENGINE: Written by David Mamet and directed by Dennis Murphy, The Water Engine is about an alternative energy invention and the steps a Corporation takes to suppress the idea.
    Cast: 5 male leads and 1 female lead and remaining smaller roles. 2 boys (10-13 years old), 3-4 women (21-65 years old), and 8 men (30-50 years old)
  • TIME FLIES: Written by David Ives and directed by Jeri Nakamura, Time Flies centers on two mayflies who discover each other and their short life span on a first and last date.
    Cast: 1 man (20-30s), 1 woman (20-30s), and 1 man (undetermined age) able to do a British accent (a la Sir David Attenborough)
  • YOU CAN FLY: Written and directed by Nick Dunker, You Can Fly is about two older actors and the realities of growing older.
    Cast: 1 man and 1 woman (50s or older). Both actors must be able to do theater British accents.

For more information head to our website: https://sunsetplayers.org/current-season/#auditions

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October 28, 2024 · 5:35 pm

Auditions Announced for MUSIC AT THE MOVIES 2: From Broadway to Hollywood…And Back Again at Cincinnati Music Theatre

Directed & conceived by: BRIAN ANDERSON

Produced by: BRETT PARR & CAITLYN THIEL

CMT’s hit production MUSIC AT THE MOVIES returns in a brand-new sequel, MUSIC AT THE MOVIES 2: From Broadway to Hollywood…and Back Again! This time, featuring songs from Hollywood Musicals inspired by Broadway shows and Broadway shows inspired by Hollywood films.

This production staff is committed to bringing together a diverse group of people. We encourage performers of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexualities, abilities, body types, and ages to audition. 

  • Sunday, November 10, 2024 from 6:00PM to 9:00PM
  • Tuesday, November 12, 2024 from 7:00PM to 10:00PM
    *Possible Invited Callbacks on Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 7:00PM

AUDITION & REHEARSAL LOCATION:
Clifton United Methodist Church: 3416 Clifton Avenue, Clifton, Ohio 45220

PERFORMANCE DATES: January 31-February 8, 2025

PERFORMANCE LOCATION: Aronoff Center for the Arts, Fifth Third Theater, Cincinnati, OH

Questions? Email Brett Parr, brettgparr@gmail.com

CLICK HERE FOR FULL DETAILS & TO SIGN UP FOR YOUR AUDITION SLOT

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October 28, 2024 · 5:35 pm

Cast Announced for ELEEMOSYNARY at Beechmont Players, Inc.

Beechmont Players is incredibly excited to announce the cast of ELEEMOSYNARY:

  • Echo: Alejandra Decima
  • Artie: Alaska Stoughton
  • Dorothea: Elizabeth Hickerson

ELEEMOSYNARY runs February 7-15, 2025.

For more information visit: www.beechmontplayers.org.

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October 28, 2024 · 5:32 pm

Cincinnati Ballet, City, 3CDC, and Art Academy of Cincinnati Announce WINTER WONDERLAND Installation in Washington Park

Story Walk to Be Unveiled December 1 for Holiday Season

CINCINNATI (October 24, 2024) – The holiday season is just around the corner and the Cincinnati Ballet, the City of Cincinnati, Cincinnati Center City Development Corp. (3CDC), and the Art Academy of Cincinnati have partnered to bring a Nutcracker-inspired Winter Wonderland installation to Washington Park this December.

The installation, Winter Wonderland presented by Cincinnati Ballet, will be a story walk with six scenes created by students from the Art Academy of Cincinnati, in addition to dazzling holiday lights on park trees, along paths, and surrounding the bandstand.  The story walk will be viewable from December 1-31 and the lighting enhancements will remain in the park through February 2025. Additionally, Cincinnati Ballet will host a special event December 1 to celebrate the launch of the story walk experience from 11AM – 3PM. The event will include ballet dancers and characters, family-friendly activities, music, and more. Santa Claus will also be on-site at the Sherwin-Williams Porch greeting families and taking free photos.

“The holidays are a magical time for families to enjoy our City. Bringing Washington Park to life with the timeless tale of The Nutcracker will create memories and a connection to Cincinnati that will last a lifetime. These experiences are the cornerstone of growing our City. I can’t thank the Cincinnati Ballet, 3CDC, and the Art Academy of Cincinnati enough for making this moment possible” said Cincinnati City Councilmember Seth Walsh.

“We’re thrilled to partner with staples of our community, the Cincinnati Ballet and the Art Academy of Cincinnati, to bring holiday magic to Washington Park this winter” said Christy Samad, Executive Vice President of Civic & Commercial Space Activations for 3CDC. “OTR is rich with shopping, dining, and entertainment experiences during the holiday season and we’re excited to give folks one more reason to come downtown and enjoy the holidays in OTR. We’re grateful to the City of Cincinnati for helping us to bring this vision to life.”

This season, the Cincinnati Ballet is celebrating the 50th anniversary of The Nutcracker in Cincinnati. The Company first performed the holiday classic in 1973. Performances will be held at Music Hall from December 19 – 29 and tickets can be purchased at https://cballet.org/performances/the-nutcracker-presented-by-sheakley-family/.

“This season we joyfully celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Cincinnati Ballet’s enchanting production of The Nutcracker,“ said Interim Artistic Director Cervilio Miguel Amador. “Attending The Nutcracker at Music Hall has been a beloved holiday tradition for families across generations. This immersive and spectacular installation at Washington Park will enhance this magical experience!” “Our mission is to share the love of dance with our community,” said Cincinnati Ballet CEO Debbie Brant. “We are so excited to bring this partnership to life in Washington Park, as we come together to celebrate the magic of the holidays.”

Winter Wonderland presented by Cincinnati Ballet debuts December 1, 2024 and will be viewable during all park hours (7AM – 10 PM) seven days a week through December 31.

Washington Park’s Sherwin-Williams Porch and concession stand offer full bar service including hot chocolate, coffee, Coca-Cola products, beer, wine, seltzer and liquor from brands like Fifty West Brewing Company, NÜTRL Vodka Seltzer, Heineken, White Claw, Dark Horse, Bud Light, Boone County Distilling, Rhinegeist, Canvus Premium Cocktails, and The Christian Moerlein Brewing Co. No outside alcohol is permitted in the park.

Washington Park is located at 1230 Elm Street, in the heart of OTR. Secure parking is available in the Park’s 450-space underground garage facility, or at nearby Mercer Garage on Vine Street.

MORE INFORMATION: www.WashingtonPark.org.

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About 3CDC
The Cincinnati Center City Development Corp. (3CDC) is a private, non-profit full-service real estate developer with a mission and strategic focus to strengthen the core assets of Downtown Cincinnati in partnership with the City of Cincinnati and the Cincinnati corporate community. Its work is specifically focused on revitalizing and connecting the Central Business District and Over-the-Rhine. For more information, visit http://www.3cdc.org.

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