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October 10, 2022 · 6:58 am

Cincinnati Opera Presents OPERA GOES TO CHURCH Thursday, November 3

CO_Opera Goes to Church promoCincinnati Opera presents Opera Goes to Church

The next event in this dynamic, free community concert series takes place Thursday, November 3, at Allen Temple A.M.E. Church

Tickets become available Monday, October 10, at 12 p.m.

Cincinnati, Ohio—Back by popular demand, Cincinnati Opera’s free community concert series, Opera Goes to Church, will present its next event Thursday, November 3, 2022, at 7 p.m. at Allen Temple A.M.E. Church. The concert will feature Cincinnati Opera artists performing alongside the Allen Temple A.M.E. Church Choir, and WLWT News 5 anchor Courtis Fuller will emcee.

Opera Goes to Church concerts feature internationally acclaimed artists from Cincinnati Opera, dynamic congregational choirs, and young musicians performing a variety of musical genres including gospel, jazz, and classical.

Admission is free, though tickets are required; limit is four tickets per household. Tickets are available beginning Monday, October 10, at 12 p.m. by visiting cincinnatiopera.org or calling 513-241-2742.

Event Details:

Cincinnati Opera presents
Opera Goes to Church

When: Thursday, November 3, 7 p.m.

Where: Allen Temple A.M.E. Church, 7080 Reading Road, Cincinnati, OH 45237
Masks are recommended, but not required.

Who: Featuring Cincinnati Opera artists, the Allen Temple A.M.E. Church Choir, and additional performers to be announced; Courtis Fuller emcees.

Admission: Free, though tickets are required; limit is four tickets per household. Tickets are available beginning Monday, October 10, at 12 p.m. To reserve, visit cincinnatiopera.org or call 513-241-2742.

About Cincinnati Opera

Cincinnati Opera’s mission is to enrich and connect our community through diverse opera experiences.

Founded in 1920 and the second-oldest opera company in the nation, Cincinnati Opera presents a thrilling season of grand opera every summer and engaging programs throughout the year. The company’s repertoire includes beloved classics and contemporary masterworks brought to life by some of the world’s most dynamic performers and creative artists.

Season Presenting Sponsor is Huntington. Cincinnati Opera is supported by the generosity of tens of thousands of contributors to the ArtsWave Community Campaign. Cincinnati Opera also receives season support from The Louise Dieterle Nippert Musical Arts Fund, Patricia A. Corbett Estate and Trust, the Ohio Arts Council, and the Harry T. Wilks Family Foundation, along with general season and project support from many other generous individuals, corporations, and foundations. Support for Opera Goes to Church is provided by the Josephine Schell Russell Charitable Trust through the PNC Charitable Trusts Grant Review Committee. Cincinnati Opera is a proud member of OPERA America.

For more information, visit cincinnatiopera.org.

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September 27, 2022 · 12:03 pm

Join Us for Cincinnati Ballet’s Annual Block Party on October 1

CB_new logoThe FREE event features classes, performances, food, games, and photos with Fiona!

CINCINNATI, OH.  (September 22, 2022) – Join the fun at the Cincinnati Ballet Margaret and Michael Valentine Center for Dance on Saturday, October 1 from 3-7 pm for our annual Block Party! The FREE event is a great way for the community to get acquainted with all that Cincinnati Ballet has to offer – from live dance performances to trial classes to photos with Cincinnati Ballet characters the Nutcracker Prince and Fiona the Hippo from our annual production of The Nutcracker. Guests will also enjoy dance-themed facepainting, participate in a community art mural coloring project and games to play together on our outdoor performance plaza. City of Cincinnati – Walnut Hills firefighters will also be on hand with equipment on display for children and adults to get an close-up look at vehicles used around the city.

Cincinnati Ballet is also honored to partner with local dance groups to educate the community about all the incredible dance genres being taught and performed in the Queen City. Cincinnati Ballet’s Second Company – CB2 dancers will perform select works in the Sheakley Premier Studio, as will dancers from Bi-Okoto Cultural Center, Cincinnati Highland Dancers, and Revolution Dance Theatre. Bi-Okoto Cultural Center was established in 1994 as a professional African dance company whose mission is to preserve, promote and share the rich cultural heritage of Africa and Africans using drums, music, dance, food, languages, and other arts. Cincinnati Highland Dancers are Cincinnati’s official Scottish Highland Dance Group. Revolution Dance Theatre is Cincinnati’s only African American dance company committed to work that raises the level of access, visibility, and representation of American Americans in dance.

The Bock Party will also feature trial classes for all ages of children and adults taught by instructors from Cincinnati Ballet Otto M. Budig Academy.

SCHEDULE OF FREE TRIAL CLASSES:

3-3:30pm

  • Creative Dance (ages 2-4)
  • Beginning Ballet (ages 5-7)
  • Beginning Ballet (ages 8-15)

4-4:30pm

  • Creative Dance (ages 2-4)
  • Musical Theater (ages 8-15)
  • Intro Barre (ages 16+)

5-5:30pm

  • Creative Dance (ages 2-4)
  • Beginning Ballet (ages 5-7)
  • Ballet Basics (ages 16+)

6-6:30pm

  • Beginning Ballet (ages 5-7)
  • Jazz (ages 8-15)
  • Modern (ages 16+)

Pre-register now at https://bit.ly/3BBx49x or cballet.org.

Cincinnati Ballet 2022-2023 Season Sponsors:
Rhonda & Larry A. Sheakley, Margaret and Michael Valentine, ArtsWave, Mercy Health, Louise Dieterle Nippert Musical Arts Fund, Ohio Arts Council, The Austin E. Knowlton Foundation

About Cincinnati Ballet
Since 1963, Cincinnati Ballet has been the cornerstone professional ballet company of the region, presenting a bold and adventurous array of classical, full-length ballets and contemporary works, regularly with live orchestral accompaniment. Under the artistic direction of Jodie Gates, Cincinnati Ballet is a creative force within the larger dance community, commissioning world-premiere works and exploring unique collaborations. With a mission to enrich, expand, and excel in the art of dance through performance, a high-caliber academy, and impactful education and community engagement in local to global communities, Cincinnati Ballet reaches beyond the stage in programs that allow every person in the region to be part of the continued evolution of dance. To that end, Cincinnati Ballet presents exhilarating performances, provides extensive education and community engagement programs, and offers top-level professional ballet training at Cincinnati Ballet Otto M. Budig Academy.

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September 19, 2022 · 3:40 pm

The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati’s Monster Bash – Family-Friendly Halloween Party

TCT_Mosnter Bash logoMONSTER BASH Fundraiser Returns to
The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati

Cincinnati – Join The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati (TCT) for Monster Bash, a Halloween costume party for the whole family, October 22 from 4-9 p.m. at TCT’s headquarters at 4015 Red Bank Road. This year’s theme is “Chillin’ with Villains.”

Come dressed in your Halloween best and enjoy festive activities including pumpkin decorating, trick or treating, face painting, bubble dance party, balloon art, bouncy house, costume contests, a walk-through Villain Village interactive experience, games, and much more. There will also be character appearances from TCT’s production of DISNEY’S DESCENDANTS: THE MUSICAL.

Enjoy delicious food from LaRosa’s Pizza, and Graeter’s Ice Cream, plus cotton candy, chicken tenders, kid’s slushies, and adult beverages.

Costumes for children and adults are encouraged but may not contain any weapons that resemble or could easily be mistaken for an actual weapon. Masks may be worn, if the mask does not cover the entire face and eyes are visible.

A party with a purpose, proceeds from The Monster Bash support TCT’s numerous arts education opportunities and initiatives for more than 170,000 children and young adults across Cincinnati. Through sponsorships and guest ticket sales, the committee for The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati’s Monster Bash will raise funds to further our mission of educating, entertaining and engaging audiences of all ages through professional theatrical productions and arts education programming.

Tickets are available now at https://thechildrenstheatre.com/monsterbash22/.

Tickets are available now – $60 for children, and $75 for adults. Family packages (2 adults, 2 children) are also available for $250. Me and My Mini packages (1 adult, 1 child) are $135. All adult tickets include wine and beer. Parking is free.

Sponsorship opportunities are available. Family Activity Sponsorship includes 2 adult tickets and 2 child tickets. Your company logo or family name will be listed on exclusive signage outside the space/room or activity/game being sponsored and on special design invitation for electronic share and promotion.

Trick or Treat Bag Sponsorship includes 2 adult tickets and 2 child tickets. This sponsorship includes the opportunity to place samples/promotional items in Trick or Treat Bags. Your company logo will be placed on 300 Trick or Treat Bags to be given to children at the event with commitment and artwork by September 20, 2022. Your company logo or family name will also be listed on special design invitation for electronic share and promotion.

The Monster Bash is generously supported by Experience Sponsors: UBS Financial & Libby Galvin Brock and Energy Systems Group.

The Monster Bash Committee is co-chaired by Libby Galvin Brock and Bethany Smith, with support from Megan Budzynski, Abby Dougherty, and Molly Garber.

For additional information on how your business or family can become a Monster Bash sponsor, please call Mary Wright at 513-569-8080 x14 or email mary.wright@tctcincinnati.com.

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September 19, 2022 · 11:17 am

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET CHRISTMAS | Dec. 20, 2022 | Aronoff Center

Hit Musical Rock ‘n’ Rolls this Holiday SeasonCAA_Million Dollar Quartet Christmas logoMILLION DOLLAR QUARTET CHRISTMAS
December 20, 2022
Aronoff Center – Procter & Gamble Hall

Tickets on sale Friday, September 23 at 10:00 AM

[CINCINNATI, OH] – The original team behind the Tony® Award-winning Broadway hit reunites with MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET CHRISTMAS, the brand-new, heartwarming, holiday rock ‘n’ roll musical coming to the Aronoff Center’s Procter & Gamble Hall on Tuesday, December 20, 2022 at 7:30 PM. The musical is part of the Cincinnati Arts Association’s 2022-23 Season.

Tickets go on sale Friday, September 23 at 10:00 AM at www.CincinnatiArts.org, (513) 621-ARTS [2787], and the Aronoff Center Ticket Office. Group discount tickets for 10 or more are available by calling (513) 977-4157.

There’s no place like home for the holidays, and Sun Records is just that for rock ‘n’ roll newcomers and soon to be legends – Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins, and Elvis Presley. In a fortuitous twist of fate, all four musicians stop by their famous Memphis recording studio alma mater on the same wintry evening, unbeknownst to them that they had the front seat to a revolution.

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET CHRISTMAS brings that momentous homecoming to life with an electrifying tale of family, nostalgia, faith, humor, heartbreak, and revelry. Journey through a story of Christmas past, present, and future, jam packed with unforgettable performances of classic holiday hits and favorite chart toppers such as “Jingle Bell Rock,” “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree,” “Don’t Be Cruel,” “Blue Christmas,” “Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town,” “Ring of Fire,” “Santa Baby,” “I’ll Be Home for Christmas,” “Run Run Rudolph,” and more.

The show is directed by Scott Weinstein and features a book by Colin Escott. Orchestrations and additional arrangements are by Chuck Mead. The design team is led by Kimie Nishikawa (Scenic Design), Izumi Inaba (Costume Design), Ryan O’Gara (Lighting Design), and Diego Garzón (Sound Design).

Scott Weinstein (Director) is an award-winning director and writer based in New York City. His work as a director has been seen at major regional theaters around the country, and he recently won the Joseph Jefferson Award for his actor-musician, chamber-style reconception of Ragtime with Griffin Theatre, where he is an ensemble member. Scott was the Associate and Resident Director for the Broadway National Tour, and the Las Vegas and Chicago productions, of the hit musical Million Dollar Quartet. He has developed new work at the Rhinebeck Writers Retreat, Pittsburgh CLO, The American Music Theatre Project, The Marriott Theatre, Route 66 Theatre, The Rev, Norwegian Creative Studios, and others. Scott is a graduate of Northwestern University and a proud member of the Stage Directors and Choreographers Society. He is represented by William Morris Endeavor. www.ScottGWeinstein.com

Chuck Mead (Music Supervision/Arrangements/Orchestrations) is best known for being one of the founding members of three-time Grammy-nominated, Country Music Association Award-winning country music group BR5-49. Between 1996 and 2005, the band released seven successful records before disbanding. In 2006, he started work as Music Supervisor/Director of the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical Million Dollar Quartet. A member of the original creative team, he shaped the music for the Chicago, Broadway, West End, Las Vegas, and National Tour productions of MDQ while touring the world with his band and releasing four critically acclaimed solo albums. In 2017, Mead oversaw the music for the CMT television series Sun Records, and in 2021 worked as Music Supervisor for the upcoming feature film Neon Highway.

For more information, visit www.MillionDollarQuartetChristmas.com, www.tiktok.com/@mdqchristmas, www.facebook.com/mdqchristmas, www.instagram.com/mdqchristmas, or www.twitter.com/mdqchristmas.

CINCINNATI ARTS ASSOCIATION SPONSORS

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

SEASON PRESENTING SPONSORS:  21C Museum Hotel, Cincinnati Herald, CityBeat, Fairfield Inn & Suites Cincinnati Uptown/University Area, Graphic Village, Heidelberg Distributing, Kinley Cincinnati, L2Source, Ohio Valley Wines, Pepsi, Skyline Chili, TriHealth

MEDIA PARTNER:  103.5 WGRR-FM

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CALENDAR INFORMATION

WHAT: MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET CHRISTMAS

WHEN: Tuesday, December 20, 2022 – 7:30 PM

WHERE: Aronoff Center – Procter & Gamble Hall

PRICE: $89.00 | $69.00 | $59.00 | $49.00 | $39.00. Additional service fees may apply.

INFO: There’s no place like home for the holidays, and Sun Records is just that for rock ‘n’ roll newcomers and soon to be legends – Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins, and Elvis Presley.  Journey through a story of Christmas past, present and future, jam packed with unforgettable performances of classic holiday hits and favorite chart toppers such as “Jingle Bell Rock,” “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree,” “Don’t Be Cruel,” “Blue Christmas,” and more

TICKET INFORMATION – on sale Friday, September 23 at 10:00 AM

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

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September 19, 2022 · 10:10 am

BROOKLYN NINE-NINE Bottle Episode Monday on Sept. 26

OL_logoMonday Night, September 26th at 8pm

6083 Montgomery Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45213

Burgess Byrd, Lisa DeRoberts, Derek Snow, & Cary Davenport are the phenomenal cast for the next BOTTLE-EPISODE MONDAY at The Overlook Lodge.

Come see the Live Stage-Reading of BROOKLYN NINE-NINE, Season 5, Episode 14, “The Box.”

With

  • Burgess Byrd as Captain Raymond Holt
  • Lisa DeRoberts as Detective Jake Peralta
  • Derek Snow as Philip Davidson
  • Cary Davenport as The Narrator

Come have fun on a Monday Night with us!!!

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