LAW AND ORDER: FAIRY TALE UNIT
Town Hall Theatre
Feb. 16-19
Centerville
In the fairy tale criminal justice system, the characters from fairy tales and nursery rhymes are represented by two separate yet equally ridiculous groups: the fairy tale police who investigate fairy tale crime, and the fairy tale district attorneys who prosecute the fairy tale offenders. These are their stories. Recommended for ages 4 and up.
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Angie Alexander Nally as Mrs. Gloop.
We’re getting ready to transform our historic building into a land of pure imagination for our production of ROALD DAHL’S WILLY WONKA. Special for this production, we’ve partnered with Chick-fil-A Northern Kentucky for an exciting “Golden Ticket” giveaway.
January 2-11, 2018 children are invited to create and submit their most fantastical Willy Wonka coloring page for a chance to win a “Golden Ticket” prize pack from Chick-fil-A and The Carnegie that includes:
Children can download their coloring contest entry form here or visit one of four participating Chick-fil-A Northern Kentucky locations. Once their magical creations are complete, simply return them to a participating Chick-fil-A Northern Kentucky restaurant. As a bonus for entering, when your child turns in their entry, they’ll receive a complimentary Chick-fil-A kids meal!
One winner will be selected from each restaurant on January 12. Contest open to children 12 and under. No purchase necessary.
Participating Locations:
Fort Wright – 3436 Madison Pike Route 17
Houston Road – 4980 Houston Rd.
Mall Road – 8050 Mall Rd.
Newport Pavilion – 95 Carothers Rd.
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Photo by Tony Arrasmith/Arrasmith & Associates.
Cincinnati Playhouse’s latest Off the Hill Production runs Jan. 20-Feb. 18
CINCINNATI—The Playhouse in the Park’s popular Off the Hill series starts the new year with PINOCCHIO beginning Jan. 20. The story, adapted by Toby Hulse from the original stories written by Carlo Collodi, runs through February 18 at community centers across the region.
A well-loved story, PINOCCHIO is about a wooden puppet of the same name full of childlike whimsy that was brought to life by the lonely toymaker Gepetto. The play is packed with playful antics, magical creatures, madcap comedy and dollops of fun for the whole family from age 6 and up.
“I think Pinocchio is an irresistible character,” says Playhouse Senior Directing Fellow Cait Robinson, who directs the show. “I want children to be able to fall in love with and identify with him — his love of singing and dancing, his silly sense of humor and the way he grows wiser and kinder over the course of the play.”
Robinson invites the audience to expand their imaginations every step of the way. Three performers take on the script’s two-dozen characters of humans, animals and magical creatures, while donning original wardrobe pieces created by Playhouse artisans. Painted panels and curtains transform the world of the story from the comfort of Geppetto’s toyshop to the wild of the woods to the depths of the ocean.
“PINOCCHIO is a classic tale that is still relevant and exciting for kids as well as parents,” says Director of Education and Community Engagement Daunielle Rasmussen. “It is an intergenerational gem that is a joyful experience for the whole family from the youngest to the oldest member.”
PINOCCHIO tours the Greater Cincinnati area from Jan. 20 to Feb. 18. Recommended for ages 6 and up.
For information on locations and tickets, click here.
The Playhouse is supported by the generosity of more than 40,000 contributors to the ArtsWave Community Campaign. The Ohio Arts Council helps fund the Playhouse with state tax dollars to encourage economic growth, educational excellence and cultural enrichment for all Ohioans. The Playhouse also receives funding from the Shubert Foundation and the National Endowment for the Arts.
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THE GIVER
Town Hall Theatre
Jan. 19-Feb. 4
Centerville
Follows the journey of Jonas as he struggles in a community where sameness is valued and there is a land with no color or memory. Jonas has been assigned as a memory keeper for his community. While learning of the past, present, and future, Jonas must decide if sameness is really worth it all. Ages 8 and up.
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November 27, 2017 (CINCINNATI, OH) – Louisville, KY based professional magician Cody Clark, as his children’s magic character Conductor Cody, will be performing a new Christmas themed magic show called Conductor Cody’s Christmas Express!. This family friendly holiday magic show will take place at Haines House of Cards on Saturday, December 16th at 4 PM.
In the style of classic holiday movies such as The Polar Express, Cody takes audiences on a train trip to the North Pole, with the stops along the way featuring magic with hot chocolate, “reindeer games”, tree tinsel, jingle bells, and even the magical appearance of Santa Claus! Through magic, audience participation, and creative storytelling, Conductor Cody’s Christmas Express! will give your family some great holiday memories!
Cody Clark has been performing magic for 13 years. He is no stranger to Cincinnati, having performed in the 2015 Cincinnati Fringe Festival with his solo show about living with autism Cody Clark: A Different Way of Thinking. His newest character Conductor Cody is inspired by his childhood love of trains and George Carlin’s stint as Thomas the Tank Engine narrator Mr. Conductor. He performs this show at birthday parties and railroad themed events.
Tickets for Conductor Cody’s Christmas Express! are $5 in advance, $10 at the door. They can be purchased in advance at http://www.haineshouseof.cards or at the door. Haines House of Cards is located on 2514 Leslie Ave in Norwood. To learn more about Conductor Cody, you can go to www.conductorcody.com.
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