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February 11, 2025 · 5:01 pm

Mars Hill Academy Proudly Presents HELLO, DOLLY!

HAMILTON, OH – Put on your Sunday clothes and join Mars Hill Academy for HELLO, DOLLY!, the beloved Broadway classic that brings the bustling streets of New York City and Yonkers to life. Performances will take place February 27, February 28, and March 1, with evening shows at 7 p.m. and a special Saturday matinee at 2 p.m. at Parrish Auditorium in Hamilton.

Follow the charming and irrepressible Dolly Gallagher Levi as she matches wits, orchestrates romances, and schemes her way toward her own happily-ever-after in this heartwarming and hilarious musical. With iconic songs like “Before the Parade Passes By,” “Put On Your Sunday Clothes,” and the showstopping title number, Hello, Dolly! promises to delight audiences of all ages with its wit, charm, and timeless celebration of life’s unexpected joys.

This production marks the Mars Hill Academy directorial debut of Abbie Patrick, who brings energy and vision to the stage. “Hello, Dolly! is a story that overflows with heart and humor, reminding us to find joy in life’s unexpected moments and embrace the beauty of human connection,” said Miss Patrick. “Our talented cast has worked tirelessly to bring this vibrant world to life, and we can’t wait for audiences to step into Dolly’s world for an unforgettable theatrical experience.”

Leading the talented cast is Kaiya Knodel as Dolly Levi, supported by Zeke Crocker as Horace Vandergelder, Christian Shehane as Cornelius Hackel, and Grace Lewandowski as Irene Molloy, and a gifted ensemble that will transport audiences to the lively streets of New York and the glamorous Harmonia Gardens restaurant.

The full cast includes: Liam Bedinghaus of Loveland, Elizabeth Chams of Mason, Kai Conrad of Maineville, Esther Costa of Cincinnati, Zeke Crocker of Maineville, Brennan Ferguson of Lebanon, Eli Forster of Clarksville, Emily Frank of Mason, Ryanne Franks of Maineville, Louisa Graham of Loveland, Molly Hicks of Cincinnati, Camdon Hutchinson of Cincinnati, Evan Isaacs of West Chester Twp., Abel Johnson of Middletown, Kaiya Knodel of Springboro, Kaden Knodel of Springboro, Grace Lewandowski of Pleasant Plain, Eli Lewandowski of Pleasant Plain, Clara Grace Mahl of Lebanon, Emma May of Mason, Rebecca Minick of Cincinnati, Jenna Minick of Cincinnati, Hugh Patrick of Clarksville, Annie Pawlak of Mason, Luke Perin of West Chester Twp., Ellery Powers of Maineville, Drew Pullins of Liberty Twp., Matthew Schatz of Mason, Christian Shehane of Springboro, Christopher Sheldon of Fairfield, Joshua Sheldon of Fairfield, Evan Sheldon of Milford, Elliana Spiers of Maineville, Abby St. Clair of Maineville, Micah Walls of Maineville, Elliana Walls of Maineville, Lydia Ware of West Chester Twp., and William Wheeler of Centerville.

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.marshill.edu/HelloDolly.

How to Go
What:
HELLO, DOLLY! presented by Mars Hill Academy
When:

  • Thursday, February 27 at 7 p.m.
  • Friday, February 28 at 7 p.m.
  • Saturday, March 1 at 2 p.m. (Understudy Performance)
  • Saturday, March 1 at 7 p.m.

Where: 
Parrish Auditorium, Miami University Hamilton
1601 University Blvd, Hamilton, OH 45011

Tickets:
Select seats, $18; Premium seats, $22; available at www.marshill.edu/HelloDolly

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January 27, 2025 · 5:31 pm

SWEETHEART SERENADE On Feb. 14

SWEETHEART SERENADE: A Cabaret with the Ladies of ETC
Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati
Feb. 14
Liberty Exhibition Hall [Northside]

Get swept off your feet at this Valentine’s serenade!

Enjoy an evening of love songs at this cabaret celebrating the most romantic day of the year. ETC favorites Torie Wiggins (His Eye Is on the Sparrow, Violet), Sara Mackie (Fun Home, Fiona: The Musical), Aleah Vassell (Hands on a Hardbody), and more will be emceed by Andrew Maloney and accompanied by Steve Goers.

This event is off-site at Liberty Exhibition Hall, 3938 Spring Grove Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45223.

6–7pm | Cocktail hour with light bites and drink specials
7–8pm | Sweetheart Serenade Cabaret

  • Fri, Feb. 14 at 6pm

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January 27, 2025 · 5:24 pm

ACT Winter Forum on Feb. 15

The ACT Winter Forum is fast approaching! This year, it will be held on Saturday, February 15 from 9:00 AM – 12:00 Noon at the Mason Playhouse (5529 Mason Road). We have planned a very informative day to share information between subject experts, ACT responders, and theatre representatives. Keep in mind that this is free and open to EVERYONE in the ACT community (not just responders and presidents), so please spread the word throughout your organization. The more folks in the room, the increased sharing of knowledge!

Topics to be covered at this forum include:

  • JEDI / DEI Training (contingent upon securing a presenter)
  • Tech Talk . . . what is design vs. execution featuring a panel of experts including:  Eric Bardes, Jon Scheiding, Tom Peters, Christina Siciliano, and more!
  • How critiques can help you and how you can help critiques . . . a round table discussion detailing the current process and gathering feedback as to what we’re going right and how these can better serve your organization

Current ACT Responders are reminded that they are required to attend these sessions.  Coffee and donuts will be served for your convenience.  As sessions are finalized, additional information will become available on the ACT Website: https://www.actcincinnati.org/judging-info.

Let’s all work together to continue to improve theatre in our area.  Looking forward to seeing everyone!

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January 20, 2025 · 6:21 pm

Set Sail for an Unsinkable Night of Entertainment – Walnut Hills High School Theatre Debuts THE UNSINKABLE MOLLY BROWN: Revised Version

Cincinnati, OH-Returning to the stage once again, The Walnut Hills High School Theatre Department is eager to welcome audiences to their winter musical, The Unsinkable Molly Brown. Walnut Hills was one of 16 schools in the nation to first receive a grant to perform this revised version, and it will be the regional premiere of this version of the show. The show runs February 13-15, 2024 at 7pm in the WHHS Auditorium.

The Unsinkable Molly Brown is the rags-to-riches love story of Molly and “Leadville” Johnny Brown, owners of the richest mine in the U.S. at the turn of the twentieth century. The show features music and lyrics by the incomparable Meredith Willson, and a book and additional lyrics by Tony-nominated author Dick Scanlan (Thoroughly Modern Millie) based on the original book by Richard Henry Morris.

This new revitalized version includes the songs you love but a story that’s new and true. This is Molly as she really was: vibrant, progressive, and ready to fight for the underdog as a champion of women’s rights, labor rights, and immigration reform.

Clark Sayre as J.J. Brown and Caroline Lovelace as Molly Brown. Costumes by Al Carmicle. Hair and Makeup by Cy Redding. Photo by Mikki Schaffner.

This spirited tale of a legendary, real-life American original follows the exploits of Molly Brown, whose feisty determination to rise above her impoverished beginnings leads her from the backwoods of Hannibal, Missouri, to the palaces of Europe. Along the way, she marries a lucky prospector, enters the highest echelons of society, survives the sinking of the Titanic and, most importantly, earns the approval that she so desperately seeks from those “Beautiful People of Denver.”

Funny, light, uplifting and uniquely American, The Unsinkable Molly Brown charmed Broadway and Hollywood with its irresistible, outrageous title role and won over new audiences with this revitalized version when it premiered in 2020.

Tickets are $13 for adults and $11 for students.Tickets can be purchased at: https://sites.google.com/view/whhstheatredepartment/tickets

This production and the entire WHHS Theatre Season is graciously sponsored by:

  • The Walnut Hills High School Class of 1964 Performing Arts Fund
  • Wings Walnut Hills Theatre Boosters
  • WHHS Parent Association
  • Solution Roofing
  • Riverview Heating and Cooling
  • Pepper and Family

Featuring
Caroline Lovelace as Molly Brown, Clark Sayre as JJ Brown, Sunny Durig-Roos as Julia Gerrard, Andrew Ryan Canter as Vincenzo Bionconi, Ben Clemenz as Erich Gescheider, Elijah Cook as Arthur,  Mya Verticchio as Baby Doe Tabor, James Overton as Horace Tabor/Dolce Trio (English), Adelaide Linser as Louise Sneed-Hill/Belly-Up Dancer, Lauryn Shafer as Emma Stetson/Maud Call/Young Streetwalker, Sophie Catalanotto as Birdie/Sacred 36/Desperate Mother/Can Can Dancer, Maya Lipscomb as Pearl/Sacred 36/Suffragette/Can Can Dancer, Kendra Sullivan as Nelva/Sacred 36/Concerned Mother/Can Can Dancer,  Jonathan Rubin as Senator Perkins/William Gerrard  /Doc Moris/Fred Bonfils/Ensemble, Charles Burdsall as Senator Simmons/Miner 1/Father Robinson/Impoverished Student/Buisness Man, C.C. Wise as Senator Newland/Sacred 36/Father Robinson/Judge Ben Lindsey/Business Man, Zach Stucker as Senator Nelson/Miner 3/Sacred 36/Jailer/Business Man/Hitchen, Senator Fletcher/Miner 4/Sacred 36/Criminal 1/Business Man/Dulce Trio (Italian)/ Guitar Player, Aubrey Lowe as Mary Nevin/Ensemble, Charlie Hans as Kit/Ensemble, Sami Ray as Larry/Ensemble, Adah Mosher as Maureen/Ensemble, Oscar Syroney as Rodolfo/Criminal 2/Dolce Trio (French)/Reporter/Ensemble, Violet Kimnach as Mimi/Belly-Up Dancer/Ensemble,  Benno Gibson as Newsboy/Juvenile Delinquent/Ensemble, Devlin Kennedy as Governor/Immigration Officer/Ensemble, Jackson Alexander, Riley Coleman, MJ Hartnell, Aniya Jenkins, Felix Leslie, Naomi Madaris, Aidyn Montgomery, Daphne Steele, Anna Rose Wright, and Ash Kertpet as Ensemble.

  • Directed by Mike Sherman
  • Assistant Director- McKenzie Bell
  • Music Director- Steve Goers
  • Choreographer- Kate Stark
  • Student Choreographer- Lauryn Shafer
  • Orchestra Conductor- Edward LeBorgne
  • Technical Director-  Helen A. Raymond-Goers
  • Production Stage Manager/Head Electrician- Abbie Kershner
  • Assistant Stage Managers- Noa Jaffee and Felix Moore
  • Costume Designer/Costume Manager- Alice Carmicle
  • Hair and Makeup Designer- Cy Redding
  • House Manager- Ellie Cook
  • Lighting Designer- Eleanor Jackson
  • Marketing and Publicity Head- Adelaide Linser
  • Production Manager/Co-Sound Designer- Nyla Shahanavaz
  • Props Designer/Props Manager- Peri Brenner
  • Scenic Designers: Eliot Brueggemann and Evan Williams
  • Co-Sound Designer- Cate Fitton

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January 14, 2025 · 6:39 pm

Internationally Acclaimed Soprano Lauren Jelencovich to Perform at the Fairfield Community Arts Center on Feb. 7

FAIRFIELD, OH – Internationally acclaimed soprano Lauren Jelencovich will bring her breathtaking talent to the Fairfield Community Arts Center (FCAC) on Friday, February 7, at 8 p.m. Best known as the featured vocalist on Yanni’s world tours, Lauren has dazzled audiences worldwide with her stunning voice and captivating performances in opera and musical theater.

A Wine, Women & Song performance, tickets are $40 for Café seating and $34 for Stadium seating. Complimentary hors d’oeuvres are included with each ticket. Café seating places guests at tables on stage with the performer for an intimate experience. Tickets can be purchased in person at the FCAC, by phone at 513-867-5348, or online at www.FairfieldOH.gov/tickets. This performance is funded in part by the Ohio Arts Council.

Lauren Jelencovich has performed at sold-out venues around the world, including Carnegie Hall, Radio City Music Hall, Red Rocks Amphitheater, and Royal Albert Hall. She has appeared in Yanni’s PBS specials, DVDs, and CDs and is featured on his album Inspirato, performing “Usignolo (Nightingale)” alongside Plácido Domingo and Renée Fleming. Lauren is also the Grand Prize winner of Ed McMahon’s Star Search and Andrea Bocelli’s World Scholarship.

With her sparkling soprano voice, Lauren shares her love and passion for a wide range of musical genres, thrilling audiences of all ages. Known for her effortless high notes, Lauren captivates listeners with her voice, authenticity, and humorous stories about her travels and life. A versatile crossover artist, her performances feature music from Broadway and the Golden Age to classical and pop crossover hits. Audiences consistently return for more of her unforgettable performances.

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