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September 28, 2023 · 7:11 pm

PERFECTLY MARVELOUS: Music and Comedy with a Midcentury Flair

QCC_Perfectly MarvelousThe Carnegie and Queen City Cabaret presents PERFECTLY MARVELOUS: Music from THE MARVELOUS MRS. MAISEL

COVINGTON, Ky. (SEPTEMBER 14, 2023) – The Carnegie is thrilled to announce PERFECTLY MARVELOUS: Music from THE MARVELOUS MRS. MAISEL, an evening of song and comedy from Queen City Cabaret and Two Sketchy Dames. The performance will run for one night only on October 14th at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available at TheCarnegie.com or by calling the Box Office at 859-957-1940.

Immerse yourself in an evening of midcentury melodies from the soundtrack of the hit show The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. The Amazon Original chronicles a lonely New York City housewife’s meteoric rise to fame in the cut-throat 1950’s stand-up comedy industry.

Local musical duo, Queen City Cabaret, will swing their way through the 50s and 60s with hits by Tony Bennett, Peggy Lee, Duke Ellington, and more accompanied by a band of Greater Cincinnati’s top musical talent. Plus, enjoy performances by Cincy’s favorite vintage comedy team, Two Sketchy Dames featuring Alison Rampa and Eileen Earnest. The pair is known for their midcentury flair and signature combination of sketch comedy and improv. Sit back, relax, and get ready to laugh out loud.

Queen City Cabaret was founded by professional musicians Sarah Folsom and Matthew Umphreys in 2018. From intimate cabarets to large-scale concerts: QCC celebrates the beloved songs of the 20th century. With their signature twist of whimsy, Folsom and Umphreys revive classics from the Great American Songbook that still resonate with today’s audiences.

Plus, Tomi Newman and Monique Churchill from The Carnegie’s hit production of KINKY BOOTS will be featured as Guest Vocalists in PERFECTLY MARVELOUS. Newman starred as leading man and down on his luck shoemaker, Charlie Price.  Monique Churchill will also return to The Carnegie stage after an acclaimed performance as Charlie’s love interest, Lauren, and her showstopping rendition of “The History of Wrong Guys.”

QCC is a resident company at The Carnegie Theatre in Covington, KY, and their performances have been featured by numerous organizations across the region, including The Cincinnati Opera, The Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, Memorial Hall, The Washington Opera House, The Fitton Center for Creative Arts, as well as on TV and radio with CET, TVHamilton, WVXU and WGUC. In 2021, they released their first album, “Count Your Blessings: A Tribute to Rosemary Clooney.”

Two Sketchy Dames features comedy duo Alison Rampa and Eileen Earnest. The Cincinnati based troupe began in 2016 and has performed at the Detroit Improv Festival, Improv Festival of Cincinnati, Gatlinburg Improv Fest, and headlined the Damn Good Improv Festival in Louisville. In 2019, along with accompanist Mike Flohr, they developed “Comedy and Cocktails” a cocktail infused floor show combining music, improv and sketch comedy. During the 2020 season, the comedy team recorded “At Home with the Dames,” a variety show with weekly guest improvisers. Their format is self-described as La MOD. As in, Ladies Making Outstanding Decisions.

Queen City Cabaret will return to The Carnegie on May 4th with LIGHTS, CAMERA, CABARET! 100 Years of MGM. Celebrate the centennial of legendary film studio Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer with a parade of songs from Hollywood’s golden age. Get swept away on a magical journey into the movies! Learn more at TheCarnegie.com.

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About The Carnegie
The Carnegie is Northern Kentucky’s largest multidisciplinary arts venue providing theatre events, educational programs and art exhibitions to the Northern Kentucky and Greater Cincinnati community. The Carnegie facility is home to The Carnegie Galleries, the Otto M. Budig Theatre, and the Eva G. Farris Education Center. More information about The Carnegie is available at www.thecarnegie.com or by calling (859) 491-2030.

The Carnegie is supported by the generosity of tens of thousands of contributors to the ArtsWave Community Campaign. The Carnegie receives ongoing operating support from the Kentucky Arts Council, City of Covington, Kenton County Fiscal Courts, Carol Ann & Ralph V. Haile, Jr. Foundation, the Greater Cincinnati Foundation, and Cincinnati International Wine Festival.

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September 26, 2023 · 6:34 pm

CELTIC WOMAN: 20th Anniversary Tour | Fri., April 19 | Aronoff Center

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Grammy-Nominated Music Sensation
Celtic Woman Brings 20th Anniversary Tour to the
Aronoff Center on April 19, 2024

Soprano Mairéad Carlin to Return
PBS to Air “20th ANNIVERSARY” Special in More than 60 Markets Later this Year 

[CINCINNATI, OH] – On the heels of the successful “Postcards From Ireland,” Celtic Woman will carry on its legacy of uplifting performances packed with breath-taking harmonies and instrumental virtuosity. The group today announced it will bring an all-new live show to celebrate its 20th anniversary to the Aronoff Center’s Procter & Gamble Hall on Friday, April 19, 2024 at 7:30 PM. The Celtic Woman 20th Anniversary Tour will be delighting audiences with its fresh blend of traditional and contemporary Irish music that echoes Ireland’s rich musical and cultural heritage, while reflecting the vibrant spirit of modern Ireland.

Tickets go on sale Friday, September 29 at 10:00 AM at www.CincinnatiArts.org, (513) 621-ARTS [2787], and the Aronoff Center Ticket Office. For groups of ten or more, call (513) 977-4157. Applicable services fees may apply. Prices are subject to change.

In the 20 years since the global musical sensation’s debut, Celtic Woman has emerged as both a formidable musical presence and a genuine cultural phenomenon. The group’s albums and DVD releases have been consistent multi-platinum best-sellers and its concert tours continue to touch the hearts of a devoted audience that spans the globe. Both an accomplished recording ensemble and a world-class performing collective, Celtic Woman introduces some of Ireland’s most talented singers and musicians to the world stage.

The group’s repertoire encompasses Irish classics, contemporary songs, classical favorites, and stirring originals. The lineup of performers has evolved in the years since the group’s inception, but the signature sound of Celtic Woman has remained consistent, showcasing the members’ individual and collaborative talents.

Celtic Woman is comprised of four young Irish women whose performing skills bring centuries of musical and cultural tradition to life. In concert, their angelic voices and instrumental virtuosity are accompanied by a robust ensemble that includes Irish dancers, bagpipers, and a full band playing an array of traditional Celtic instruments, including bodhrán, tin whistle, bouzouki, and Uilleann pipes.

Returning to the group is soprano Mairéad Carlin, a former member who joins the show for this very special anniversary tour. Joining her are fellow soprano Muirgen O’Mahony, fiddle and Irish harp maestro Tara McNeill, as well as the newest member of the group, the multi-talented Emma Warren, who has toured with Riverdance and Heartbeat of Home, and most recently performed in Les Misérables, London. 

Later this year, PBS will air the accompanying “20th ANNIVERSARY” TV special in North America across 60+ local PBS stations. Filmed in The Helix Theatre in Dublin, Ireland, it takes fans on a journey back to where it all began 20 years ago (and in the very same theater). The TV special features appearances from four very special guests, including original members Lisa Kelly, Máiréad Nesbitt, Méav Ní Mhaolchatha, and Chloë Agnew — who join Celtic Woman for this wonderful TV special packed with emotional and heart stirring performances.

Following the PBS broadcasts, the “20th ANNIVERSARY” album and DVD will be released in January 2024 and feature brand-new compositions and arrangements plus some fan favorites.

Since 2005, Celtic Woman has sold over ten million CDs and DVDs, and amassed more than three billion streams, making it the only all-female act to achieve multi-platinum success in the classical crossover and world music genres during the past decade. Named Billboard’s #1 World Music Artist of the Year six times, twelve of the studio CDs have debuted at #1 on Billboard’s World Album chart. Celtic Woman has also scored two Top 10 debuts on Billboard’s influential album chart and five Top Five DVDs on Billboard’s Top Video chart, as well as achieving platinum-level sales in nine countries. Their 2016 album release, Destiny, was nominated for a Grammy award in the category of Best World Music Album, marking the group’s first-ever Grammy nomination.

For the complete tour schedule, tickets and more information, visit www.celticwoman.com/tour-dates. Sign up for Celtic Woman’s newsletters at www.celticwoman.com to learn about new tour dates, album releases and special offers.

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September 18, 2023 · 7:25 pm

RAIN: A Tribute to The Beatles | Sat., April 20, 2024 | Aronoff Center

TAKE A JOURNEY THROUGH THE ERAS WITH
RAIN: A TRIBUTE TO THE BEATLES

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THIS MIND-BLOWING PERFORMANCE TRANSPORTS YOU BACK TO THE ICONIC ERAS OF SGT. PEPPER AND MAGICAL MYSTERY TOUR, ALONG WITH ALL YOUR FAVORITE HITS

April 20, 2024
Aronoff Center – Procter & Gamble Hall
Tickets on sale Friday, September 22

CALENDAR INFORMATION

WHAT:  RAIN: A Tribute to The Beatles
                             Featuring Sgt. Pepper and Magical Mystery Tour

WHEN: Saturday, April 20, 2024 – 8:00 PM

WHERE: Aronoff Center – Procter & Gamble Hall

PRICE: $80.00 | $70.00 | $60.00 | $50.00 | $40.00. 10%-off groups of ten or more.
            Additional service fees may apply. Prices subject to change.

INFO: RAIN: A Tribute to The Beatles is excited to take you on an electrifying journey through the eras with Sgt. Pepper and Magical Mystery Tour as well as all of your other Beatle’s favorites! This mind-blowing performance takes you back in time with the legendary foursome delivering a note-for-note theatrical event that is “the next best thing to seeing The Beatles!” (Associated Press).

TICKET INFORMATION – on sale Friday, September 22 at 10:00 AM

  • www.CincinnatiArts.org
  • (513) 621-ARTS [2787]
  • Aronoff Center Ticket Office
  • Group sales (10 or more): (513) 977-4157

[Cincinnati, OH] – RAIN: A Tribute to The Beatles is excited to take you on an electrifying journey through the eras with Sgt. Pepper and Magical Mystery Tour as well as all of your other Beatle’s favorites! The popular theatrical concert comes to the Aronoff Center’s Procter & Gamble Hall on Saturday, April 20, 2024 at 8:00 PM as part of Cincinnati Arts Association’s 2023-24 Season. This is the tenth time that CAA has presented RAIN in Cincinnati.

Tickets go on sale Friday, September 22 at 10:00 AM at www.CincinnatiArts.org  (513) 621-ARTS [2787], and the Aronoff Center Ticket Office. For groups of ten or more, call (513) 977-4157. Applicable services fees may apply. Prices are subject to change.

This mind-blowing performance takes you back in time with the legendary foursome delivering a note-for-note theatrical event that is “the next best thing to seeing The Beatles!” (Associated Press). RAIN: A Tribute to The Beatles is an electrifying concert experience celebrating the timeless music of the legendary fab four. With note-for-note precision, this mind-blowing performance transports you back to the iconic eras of Sgt. Pepper and Magical Mystery Tour, along with all your favorite hits. From energetic classics to reflective favorites, the band delivers an unforgettable performance that appeals to fans old and new. With vibrant costumes and psychedelic visuals, RAIN creates a stunning concert full of nostalgia and good vibes.

Together longer than The Beatles, RAIN has mastered every song, gesture, and nuance of the legendary foursome, delivering a totally live, note-for-note performance that’s as infectious as it is transporting. Let RAIN take you back with all of the greatest hits along with all of your other Beatles favorites! RAIN: A Tribute to The Beatles promises an extraordinary journey through the eras that captivates hearts and inspires all generations.

Like The Beatles, the onstage members of RAIN are not only supreme musicians, but electrifying performers in their own right!

For more information on tour dates, visit: http://www.raintribute.com.

JOIN the conversation with RAIN on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/RainTribute, Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/raintribute/, and YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/RainTribute

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CINCINNATI ARTS ASSOCIATION SPONSORS 

SEASON SPONSORS:  AMERITAS (Founding Season Sponsor), FIFTH THIRD BANK (Lifetime Endowment Partner), LOCAL 12 WKRC-TV, The P&G FUND of The Greater Cincinnati Foundation, TRI-STATE CHEVY DEALERS 

SEASON PRESENTING SPONSORS:  21C Museum Hotel, Cincinnati Herald, CityBeat, Fairfield Inn & Suites Cincinnati Uptown/University Area, Harlan Graphics, Heidelberg Distributing, Kinley Cincinnati, Pepsi, Skyline Chili, TriHealth

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September 14, 2023 · 7:36 pm

The Ghostlight Stage Company Presents ONE ACT DOUBLE FEATURE – Oct. 14 at 7pm

TGSC_logoJoin The Ghostlight Stage Company for our One Act Double Feature!

Take a look “behind the curtain” as we show you what would happen on a typical first day of rehearsal for a professional theater show (only a bit more jazzed up for entertainment purposes). You will get to see 2 brand new plays in staged reading format with light staging and costuming, where actors perform with script in hand. In addition to hearing these new stories, you will get to see visions for a full production in the case of set and costume designs. Get a peek into the world of new play development like you’ve never seen it before!

Purchase Tickets at: https://www.theghostlightstageco.com/event-details/one-act-double-feature

This event will be fully ADA accessible for guests and will be ASL interpreted by Ghost Light Artistic Interpreting.

About the Plays:

THE LOCKED DOOR by Dedrick Weathersby
Directed by A.J. Baldwin

In 1995 Minister Louis Farrakhan and Benjamin F. Chavis Jr. assembled one of the largest gatherings of African American men of its time, that would later be called the Million March. Two African American men find themselves desperately needing a place to stay for the march. The only room available is a single dormitory room for two. Albeit different, the two men compromise and settle for the room. Although the men begin their stay as strangers, their shared stories and experiences unite them as their discourse builds a portrait of what it means to be Black in America.

About the Playwright:
Dedrick Weathersby a 2022 Emmy Award Winner for Best Interview and Discussion with Theatre Corner on PBS/KPBS. A Broadway World Award Winner and NAACP Award Winner. As a child, his dream was to become  a professional actor/singer and impact the world and his community through his storytelling and music. Years and dreams later, he’s living that dream, paying it forward and still has more to do. Dedrick has performed in numerous Broadway Musicals and traveled with Broadway Tours. Dedrick is a proud member of Actors Equity Association, SAG-AFTRA and Dramatist Guild Union, for Playwrights.

Dedrick is an accomplished author of 6 published books, his most recent literary success would be “How I See Myself” Short Inspirational Vignettes for African American Youth, available anywhere you purchase your books. Dedrick is a firm believer, if you remember those humble beginnings, you can use each moment for future endeavors and “You can NEVER lose, betting on yourself and Giving is connected to your healing”. Dedrick, has written numerous Plays and Musicals, his notable successes would be Remembering James- The Life and Music of James Brown and The New Teacher (A Stage Play Comedy). Visit for More Information: www.dedrickweathersby.com & www.superbadtheatercompany.com

SYNAPSE by Mary Beringer
Directed by Aiden Dalton

When Mrs. Brown’s husband disappears, she gets an offer from his employer- a technology company that can put Mr. Brown’s brain into the body of a willing participant, essentially bringing him back to life. Mrs. Brown agrees, but she may come to regret that decision.

About the Playwright:
Mary Beringer was born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio. After working as a high school English teacher, she now writes grants for a non-profit. You may know her writing from performances at the Know Theatre, Cincinnati Lab Theatre, Cincinnati Playwright’s Initiative, the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, or University of Dayton’s Studio Theatre. She has also been seen on stage with the Mason Community Players and with the Dayton Playhouse.

Purchase Tickets At (prices ranging from $15-20):
https://www.theghostlightstageco.com/event-details/one-act-double-feature

Please note: A limited amount of reduced price tickets will be available on the day of the event for only $10. These tickets will be first come first serve (limited 2 tickets per person) and will be available starting 2 hours prior to the event in person at the venue.

Event Sponsors:
Anonymous
Karen Riestenberg Brinkman, Esq. – Collaborative Family Lawyer
Michael Redslob
Queen City Pizza

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September 6, 2023 · 6:11 am

Break Out Your Dunce Caps for ALPHAS: BACK TO SCHOOL – A Comedy Variety Show On Sept. 23

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Cast and Crew: Direction by: Tatiana Godfrey and Liz Looney Featuring: Colette Lindemann, Emily Elma, Katie Gayer, Julie Locker, Jennifer Martinez, Molly McCuistion, Amanda Monyhan, Kelley McCollum-Uyeno, Cat Ward & Jenna Yuenger

(Clifton) Cincinnati, OH – Alphas Comedy presents “Alphas: Back to School- A Comedy Variety Show” at Clifton Comedy Theatre on Saturday, September 23 at 8pm.

Raise your hands and line up single file to see an original show spinning any of your residual middle school trauma into a one-hour comedic joyride of sketch comedy, improv, musical parody, and charming choreographed dances!

Written and performed by Alphas, the all-female identifying Cincinnati-based sketch and improv comedy group.

Doors open at 7:30, show at 8pm. Purchase your tickets online, and check in at the door with your name. No other proof of purchase required!

Questions about the event or want to know more? Connect with Alphas on social media: @alphas_improv on Instagram and Facebook. Or reach out to Artistic Director Patricia Mullins at alphas.improv@gmail.com

About Alphas:
Alphas is an all-female identifying Cincinnati-based sketch and improv comedy group who have been writing, performing, and improvising shows together since April 2022. Their most recent productions were August’s “Alphas: HOT! HOT! HOT! – A Comedy Variety Show” and July’s “Alphas: Bedtime Stories – A Comedy Variety Show”. Their show “Alphas: Apocalypse – A Comedy Variety Show”, was featured as a special event at Cincy Fringe, 2023.  Their mission is to amplify women’s voices in comedy, while providing an inclusive, safe space for exploration, performance, and learning.

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