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TCT Presents The Frisch Marionette Company’s Production of THE WIZARD OF OZ

FMC_The Wizard of Oz logoThe Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati is proud to present The Frisch Marionette Company performing everyone’s favorite story of Dorothy’s trip over the rainbow, THE WIZARD OF OZ.

TCT’s Producing Artistic Director, Roderick Justice says, “Frisch Marionettes is one of the most mesmerizing live theatrical performances I have ever witnessed.  We are excited to share this experience with you and bring this story to life on our Showtime Stage on Red Bank.”

Kim Kern, TCT’s Managing Director and CEO says, “At TCT, we believe it is vital to collaborate with other arts organizations to provide a variety of age appropriate arts experiences to instill a love of the arts in our future generations of arts patrons.”

THE WIZARD OF OZ is an American fairytale and is an inspiring story about unlocking the potential that exists within each of us.  This production is one of The Frisch Marionettes’ proudest achievements.  Celebrate America’s rich musical heritage as you travel down the Yellow Brick Road with Dorothy to find out why a Lion, Tinman and Strawman are all singing the Blues.

Produced and directed by Kevin Frisch.

This show is ideal for children ages 4+.  Learn more about the art of puppetry when Kevin Frisch hosts a kid-friendly talkback after each performance.

Tickets are $15 each plus service fee and are available exclusively through ticketmaster.com or by calling 800-745-3000.

Discounts are not available for these performances.  Every person, regardless of age, needs a ticket. Children 0 to 12 months who do not need a seat and will sit on your lap will be required to have an Infant Lap Pass for each show in every seating location throughout the theater. Lap Passes are just $1.

Performances will be held:

  • Friday, September 14, 2018 at 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
  • Friday, September 14, 2018 at 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm — Special Homeschool performance
  • Saturday, September 15, 2018 at 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
  • Saturday, September 15, 2018 at 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
  • Sunday, September 16, 2018 at 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Performed on The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati’s Ralph and Patricia Corbett’s Showtime Stage, 4015 Red Bank Road, Cincinnati, OH  45227.

About Kevin Frisch and The Frisch Marionette Company:
In 1986, Kevin Frisch moved to New York City and joined The Puppetworks, Inc. of Brooklyn, New York. The next nine years were spent touring the New York Metropolitan area as well as performing in The Puppetworks’ permanent theatres in Brooklyn and Macy’s Herald Square. In 1995, Kevin established The Frisch Marionettes in Cincinnati as an exceptional entertainment and educational experience for children and adults alike, proclaiming the many virtues of this unusual art form.  Kevin Frisch has built puppets, masks and costumes for The Central Park Zoo, New York Aquarium and The Puppetworks Inc. of New York. His puppets have been seen in People Magazine, SHOWTIMES’ “Twisted Puppet Theater”, the PBS Documentary “The American Puppet,” and onstage with The Cincinnati Opera as well as in the New York store windows of ‘Saks 5th Ave.’, ‘Bloomingdale’s’ and ‘Hermes New York’ and in the family film “Mr. Magorium’s Wonder Emporium” featuring Dustin Hoffman and Natalie Portman. Kevin and his puppets have appeared in television commercials for Joseph Toyota of Cincinnati. Most recently, his puppets have appeared in the hit television shows “2 Broke Girls” on CBS and “Warehouse 13” on the Syfy channel.  For the past five seasons, The Frisch Marionette Company has designed puppets for TCT’s MainStage productions at the Taft Theatre.

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Auditions Announced for the Cincinnati Boychoir

MISC_Cincinnati Boychoir logThe Cincinnati Boychoir offers programs for boys in grades K-12.

Audition dates:

  • Mon, Sept. 10 from 6:30-7:45pm
  • Mon, Jan. 14 from 6:30-7:45pm
  • Mon, May 6 from 6:30-7:45pm

Audition night is a fun and informative introduction to the opportunities offered, and boys will sing a simple 5 minute audition (consisting of Row Row Your Boat and other simple exercises) after an information meeting and a chance to jump in and sing with the advanced Ambassador choir.

Register for an audition at www.cincinnatiboychoir.org/register, and feel free to ask questions and learn more at 513.396.7664 or www.cincinnatiboychoir.org

 

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CHEAPER BY THE DOZEN Runs Sept. 8-16

RSCT_Cheaper by the Dozen logoCHEAPER BY THE DOZEN
RiverStage Community Theatre
Sept. 8-16
[New Richmond]

Directed by Gina Kleesattel

A family comedy based on a novel by the Gilbreth siblings about growing up in a 1920s household of twelve children, and a father obsessed with efficiency. A pressure cooker bound for trouble and hi-jinks, into which is thrown—a large, overly hairy dog.

  • Sat, Sept. 8 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, Sept. 9 at 2:30pm
  • Sat, Sept. 15 at 2:30 & 7:30pm
  • Sun, Sept. 16 at 2:30pm

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Auditions Announced for IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE: Live Radio Play at Lebanon Theatre Company

LTC_logoLebanon Theatre Company ​is holding auditions for our upcoming production, IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE: Live Radio Play at our S. Mechanic St. theater on the following days/times.

  • Sat, Sep. 8, from 10am-noon
  • Sun, Sep. 9, from 2-4pm

Directed by Adam Jones
Produced by Dawn Stone

​The director is looking to cast adult and children’s roles. Auditions will be a cold reading from the script, provided at auditions.

Adult Roles

  • FREDDIE FILMORE  – The Announcer to WBFR’s evening program, “It’s a Wonderful Life”. Portrays multiple characters of varied ages including Mr. Gower – the proprietor of the corner drug store, Henry Potter – the scrooge-like character who owns all of Bedford Falls, and many more! Looking for a character actor who is able to achieve a wide range of voices and expressions.
  • JAKE LAURENTS – The charming actor in the evening’s program who portrays the everyman of Bedford Falls, George Bailey. Looking for an actor who is able to convey sincerity, ambition, love, despair, and joy. This actor remains the same character throughout.
  • SALLY APPLEWHITE – The sweet ingénue in the evening’s program who plays the devoted, Mary Hatch (later Mary Bailey). Looking for an actress who is able to convey sincerity, love, concern, determination, and joy. This actress remains the same character throughout.
  • LANA SHERWOOD – The vibrant vixen in the evening’s program who portrays multiple characters of varied ages including the sultry temptress of Bedford Falls, Violet Blick, an encouraging mother to George, Rose Bailey, and many more! Looking for a character actress who is able to achieve a wide range of voices and expressions.
  • HARRY “JAZZBO” HEYWOOD – The comedic wing-man in the evening’s program who portrays multiple characters such as everyone’s favorite guardian angel, Clarence Oddbody, young brother to George, Harry Bailey, and many more! Looking for a character actor who is able to achieve a wide range of voices and expressions.

Children’s Roles

  • ZUZU BAILY / YOUNG VIOLET – (Age 6 -11)  Looking for a sassy and confident young lady to portray these two fun characters. You will double as George and Mary’s youngest daughter and the kid version of Violet Blick.
  • TOMMY BAILEY / YOUNG HARRY  – (Age 8 – 11)  Looking for a funny young man who can burp on command….or can pretend really well! You will double as youngest son to George and Mary as well as the kid version of Harry.
  • PETE BAILEY / YOUNG GEORGE – (Age 8 – 11)  Looking for confident young man who is able to portray bravery, maturity, and compassion. You will double as George and Mary’s oldest son as well as the kid version of George.
  • JANIE BAILEY / YOUNG MARY – (Age 8 – 11) Looking for a confident young lady who is able to portray sweetness and love. You will double as the oldest daughter to George and Mary and the kid version of Mary. ​

Performances run Nov. 30-Dec. 9.

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SHREK The Musical Runs Sept. 21-23

ACTUP_Shrek logoSHREK The Musical
Acting Up
Sept. 21-23
Mason High School Theatre

Directed by Caroline Hall
Vocal & orchestra direction by Jeanne Bilyeu
Choreographed by Shawn Flick
Produced by Laura Peebles

Official cast list (scroll down)

Based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film, SHREK The Musical is a Tony Award-winning fairy tale adventure,. “Once upon a time, there was a little ogre named Shrek….” And thus begins the tale of an unlikely hero who finds himself on a life-changing journey alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a feisty princess who resists her rescue. Throw in a short-tempered bad guy, a cookie with an attitude and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you’ve got the kind of mess that calls for a real hero. Luckily, there’s one on hand… and his name is Shrek.

  • Fri, Sept. 21 at 7pm
  • Sat, Sept. 22 at 2pm &  7pm
  • Sun, Sept. 23 at 2pm

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