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November 5, 2024 · 4:51 pm

JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT Runs Dec. 5-21

JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT
Footlighters, Inc.
Dec. 5-21
Stained Glass Theatre [Newport]

Directed by Megan Horton
Vocal Directed by Lena Andrews
Music Directed by Alan Masters
Choreographed by Kyle Fisher
Produced by Eric Day and Jennifer Day

Cast: Justin Reilmann as Joseph, Megan Ainsley Schneider as Narrator, Chuck Ingram as Jacob/Potiphar, Dennison Keller as Pharaoh, Alex Shaw as Reuben, Dylan McGill as Simeon, Justin Carroll as Levi, Garrett Klaas as Judah, Brett Price as Dan, Aaron Whitehead as Naphtali/Baker, Michael Richart as Gad/Butler, Matthew O’Brien as Asher, Kyle Fisher as Issachar, Max Bartel as Zebulo, Will Francis as Benjamin & Clare Hingsbergen as Potiphar’s Wife
Wives: Julia Hasl Miller as Jacob’s Wife, Caitlyn Thiel as Wailing Wife, Elizabeth Travnik as Apache Dancer, Erica Beimesche, Clare Hingsbergen, Hannah Johnson, Jackie Miesle & Gillian Miller
Children’s Ensemble: Tessa Barjaktarovich, Phoebe Bryant, Parker Hansen, Zoey King, Naomi King & Hattie Schneider

Go go go Joseph! Told entirely through song, this upbeat musical follows the trials and tribulations of Joseph from the Old Testament. After being sold into slavery by his brothers, Joseph’s ability to interpret dreams lands him as Pharaoh’s right-hand man. Full of catchy tunes and a heartfelt message, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is a story for the dreamer in all of us.

  • Thu-Sat, Dec. 5-7 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, Dec. 8 at 2pm
  • Thu-Sat, Dec. 12-14 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, Dec. 15 at 2pm
  • Thu-Fri, Dec. 19-20 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, Dec. 21 at 2pm & 7:30pm

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November 4, 2024 · 5:30 pm

ALICE IN WONDERLAND Runs Dec. 4-30

ALICE IN WONDERLAND
Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati
Dec. 4-30
[Over-the-Rhine]

Written by Joseph McDonough
Lyrics and composed by David Kisor

Directed by D. Lynn Meyers
Music direction by Steve Goers
Choreographed by Dee Anne Bryll

Cast: Sara Mackie as Queen of Hearts, Michael G. Bath as White Rabbit, Phil Fiorini as Mock Turtle, Andrew Maloney as Tweedledum, Brooke Steele as Cheshire Cat, Kate Wilford as Dormouse, Brandi La’Sherrill as March Hare, Timothy Belton as Card 5, TaShauna Ajoi Jenkins as Tweedledee, KG Rucker as Mad Hatter, Elli Maddock as Alice, Sean Miller-Jones as Card 7, Erin Morton as Caterpillar/Butterfly & Amira F. Jackson as Card 2

Based on the beloved, imaginative tale by Lewis Carroll, this modern retelling is the toe-tapping story of a lost girl, a cool cat, a wild hare, and the original “dancing queen.” When ever-curious Alice falls from her own world into another, she must find her way home with the help of some whimsical and wonderful characters. Featuring an updated score and exuberant new costumes, this beloved musical will delight audiences of all ages this holiday season. Ages 4 and up.

  • Wed-Fri, Dec. 4-6 at 7pm
  • Sat, Dec. 7 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Sun, Dec. 8 at 2pm
  • Tue-Fri, Dec. 10-13 at 7pm
  • Sat, Dec. 14 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Sun, Dec. 15 at 2pm
  • Tue-Fri, Dec. 17-20 at 7pm
  • Sat-Sun, Dec. 21-22 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Mon, Dec. 23 at 2pm
  • Thu, Dec. 26 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Fri, Dec. 27 at 7pm
  • Sat-Sun, Dec. 28-29 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Mon, Dec. 30 at 2pm & 7pm

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October 29, 2024 · 5:33 pm

A CHRISTMAS CAROL Runs Nov. 22-Dec. 29

A CHRISTMAS CAROL
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park
Nov. 22-Dec. 29
[Eden Park]

Directed by Bridget Leak

The holiday story you love unfolds in spectacular fashion in Moe and Jack’s Place – The Rouse Theatre! In Charles Dickens’ classic tale, Ebenezer Scrooge is a greedy curmudgeon who finds his heart changing when three spirits and the ghost of a long-lost friend show him the errors of his ways. Across one fateful Christmas Eve night, Scrooge recalls the warmth and generosity of past loved ones, learns the value of kindness through Tiny Tim and the Cratchit family and glimpses a terrifying future should his heart remain the same. Featuring dazzling set, costume and lighting designs, A Christmas Carol promises a magical holiday experience for your family! A Christmas Carol is suitable for all general audiences, including children ages 5 and older. Due to the full-length nature of the show, children younger than 5 cannot be admitted.

  • In preview, Fri-Sat, Nov. 22-23 at 7pm
  • Sun, Nov. 24 at 2pm
  • Wed, Nov. 27 at 7pm
  • Fri, Nov. 29 at 7pm
  • Sat, Nov. 30 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Sun, Dec. 1 at 2pm
  • Wed-Fri, Dec. 4-6 at 7pm
  • Sat, Dec. 7 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Sun, Dec. 8 at 2pm
  • Tue-Fri, Dec. 10-13 at 7pm
  • Sat, Dec. 14 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Sun, Dec. 15 at 2pm
  • Tue-Fri, Dec. 17-20 at 7pm
  • Sat. Dec. 21 at 2pm &7pm
  • Sun, Dec. 22 at 2pm
  • Mon, Dec. 23 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Thu-Fri, Dec. 26-27 at 7 pm
  • Sat, Dec. 28 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Sun, Dec. 29 at 2pm

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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 · 5:32 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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