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February 22, 2026 · 6:29 pm

Cast Announced for THE CURIOUS SAVAGE at Mariemont Players

Mariemont Players and director Douglas Berlon are thrilled to announce the cast of the upcoming production of THE CURIOUS SAVAGE by John Patrick:

  • Debbi Berlon as Ethel Savage
  • Julia Hasl Miller as Florence Williams
  • Gillian Miller as Fairy May
  • Ben Gwinnell as Jeffery
  • Wayne Wright as Hannibal
  • Brieanne Sheehan as Miss Wilhelmina
  • Tobie Braverman as Mrs. Paddy
  • Matt Miller as Titus Savage
  • Mark Culp as Samuel Savage
  • Kathryn Muck as Lily Bell Savage
  • Fred Murrell as Dr. Emmett

THE CURIOUS SAVAGE is directed by Douglas Berlon, and Assistant Directed and Stage Managed by Jill Rothmeeler.
May 7-24, 2026
Don’t miss this charming and hilarious journey — tickets are available now!

Get yours here: www.mariemontplayers.com/curioussavage

When wealthy widow Ethel Savage decides to give away her fortune to strangers rather than her greedy stepchildren, chaos ensues! Placed in a sanatorium by her conniving heirs, Ethel finds unlikely allies in the quirky residents, who help her outsmart her scheming family. This delightful comedy blends heart and humor, celebrating kindness, individuality, and the joy of being unconventional. The Curious Savage is a laugh-out-loud, feel-good story that reminds us that true wealth lies in human connection.

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February 19, 2026 · 5:26 pm

GRASS ROOTS Runs Feb. 27-March 8

GRASS ROOTS
Enlightened Studios
Feb. 27-March 8
Artsville [Madisonville]

Written and directed by Terry L. Chappell II

Set in a 1950s neighborhood where lawns are immaculate but equality is far from it, Grass Roots follows the Gibson family—the first Black homeowners on the block—as they confront the quiet, cutting injustices of daily life. When the neighborhood mailman shows respect to every white household but pointedly tramples across the Gibsons’ carefully kept lawn, a tense standoff brews between dignity and discrimination.

  • Fri, Feb. 27 at 7pm
  • Sat, Feb. 28 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Sun, March 1 at 2pm
  • Fri, March 6 at 7pm
  • Sat, March 7 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Sun, March 8 at 2pm

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February 19, 2026 · 5:14 pm

TENDERLY: The Rosemary Clooney Musical Runs March 21-May 17

TENDERLY: The Rosemary Clooney Musical 
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park
March 21-May 17
Rosenthal Shelterhouse Theatre [Eden Park]

Directed by Michael Marotta

One of the most beloved entertainers of all time comes home in this exhilarating and inspiring musical biography. Rosemary Clooney’s journey starts with her humble beginnings in Maysville, Kentucky, and Cincinnati and follows her rise to Hollywood stardom. With her signature songs woven throughout, trace the story of her amazing successes on film, radio and TV, her personal battles with addiction and depression, and her triumphant comeback. And through it all, she topped the charts for nearly five decades. A sold-out hit around the country and during its previous extended run at the Playhouse, Tenderly offers a remarkably personal portrait of the woman whose unparalleled talent and unbridled personality made her a legend. Tenderly: The Rosemary Clooney Musical  is appropriate for teenage and adult audiences. The inspiring story of Rosemary Clooney’s life contains mild adult language and other mature themes, most notably involving her nervous breakdown and one-time addiction to pills.

  • In preview Sat, March 21 at 7:30pm
  • In preview Tue-Wed, March 24-25 at 7:30pm
  • Thu-Fri, March 26-27 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, March 28 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Sun, March 29 at 2pm
  • Tue-Fri, March 31-April 3 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, April 4 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Sun, April 5 at 2pm
  • Tue, April 7 at 7:30pm
  • Wed, April 8 at 1pm
  • Thu-Fri, April 9-10 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, April 11 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Sun, April 12 at 2pm
  • Tue-Fri, April 14-17 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, April 18 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Sun, April 19 at 2pm
  • Tue-Fri, April 21-24 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, April 25 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Sun, April 26 at 2pm
  • Tue-Fri, April 28-May 1 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, May 2 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Sun, May 3 at 2pm
  • Tue-Fri, May 5-8 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, May 9 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Sun, May 10 at 2pm
  • Tue-Fri, May 12-15 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, May 16 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Sun, May 17 at 2pm

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February 19, 2026 · 5:13 pm

FOURTEEN FUNERALS Runs March 21-April 12

FOURTEEN FUNERALS 
Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati
March 21-April 12
[Over-the-Rhine]

When Sienna receives a cryptic call about the untimely deaths of distant relatives in Blissfield, Indiana, she finds herself unexpectedly tasked with delivering eulogies for family members she’s never met. What begins as a peculiar obligation soon transforms into a journey of self-discovery and unexpected friendship with Millie, the quirky funeral home receptionist. This witty and heartfelt new play explores themes of identity, connection, and the stories we inherit. With sharp dialogue and poignant moments, Fourteen Funerals offers a comedic yet touching look at the ties that bind us—sometimes even after death. Fourteen Funerals mixes dark humor and family chaos for a comedy that’s anything but solemn, wryly tackling mature themes like death, grief, and dysfunction with occasional use of strong language.

  • In preview Sat, March 21 at 7pm
  • In preview Tue, March 24 at 7pm
  • Wed-Fri, March 25-27 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, March 28 ta 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Sun, March 29 at 2pm
  • Tue-Fri, March 31-April 3 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, April 4 ta 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Sun, April 5 at 2pm
  • Tue-Fri, April 7-10 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, April 11 ta 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Sun, April 12 at 2pm

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February 19, 2026 · 5:12 pm

THE ST. JOHN PASSION PLAY Runs March 21-29

THE ST. JOHN PASSION PLAY
Lockland Christian Church
March 21-29
[Lockland]

St John’s is the longest annually running passion play, producing the first performance back in 1918! Since their beginnings, the plays have been run by volunteers and offered to the public for free. Please come and see this beautiful performance and support their mission!

  • Sat, March 21 at 7pm
  • Sun, March 22 at 3pm
  • Sat, March 28 at 7pm
  • Sun, March 29 at 3pm (Veteran Appreciation Day)

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