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February 18, 2016 · 5:52 am

Wild Kratts LIVE! | Sat., April 16 | Aronoff Center

CAA_Wild Kratts Live logoCINCINNATI, OH – The acclaimed, award-winning PBS KIDS® television show, WILD KRATTS, is coming to the live stage. The Cincinnati Arts Association is proud to present Wild Kratts LIVE! at the Aronoff Center’s Procter & Gamble Hall on Saturday, April 16 for two shows only at 1:00 PM and 4:30 PM. The much-anticipated show is part of CAA’S 2015-16 Season, celebrating the 20th Anniversary of the Aronoff Center.

Tickets are on sale now at CincinnatiArts.org, (513) 621-ARTS [2787], and the Aronoff Center Ticket Office. Tickets are $25, $35, and $45, plus applicable service fees (ticket prices/fees subject to change).

In this live version of the wildly popular PBS KIDS® television show, animated Kratt Brothers, Martin and Chris, “come to real life” in a classically Wild Kratts story. Off “to the Creature Rescue,” the Emmy-nominated Kratt Brothers activate some fan favorite Creature Power Suits to confront a comic villain. Through hilarious pratfalls and amazing animal “wow facts,” the Wild Kratts team rescues their favorite invention from Zach’s clutches so the animals of the creature world are safe once again.

Wild Kratts LIVE! is created for the stage by the imaginative minds of Martin Kratt and Chris Kratt from  Zooboomafoo, Kratt’s Creatures, and Be the Creature. The Kratt Brothers’ national tours draw tens of thousands of creature-crazy kids and their families and the not-for-profit Kratt Brothers Creature Hero Society, together with kids, has successfully protected critical wildlife habitats through the creation of nature reserves.

WILD KRATTS

In its fourth season, Wild Kratts was created and developed by real life brothers and zoologists Martin and Chris Kratt (both nominated for Daytime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Writing in a Children’s Animated Series). Wild Kratts features the brothers on incredible expeditions to meet wild creatures from the far corners of the earth, diving into the habitats of these unusual animals with the use of futuristic technology and Creature Powers Suits that allow the brothers to take their funny and exciting adventures to where they’ve never gone before. Wild Kratts has received numerous awards since its inception in 2011, including Parents Choice, Kidscreen, Aurora, and two Emmy nominations. The series is a co-production of The Kratt Brothers Company and 9 Story Entertainment.

About the Kratt Brothers Company

About the Brad Simon Organization:

Cincinnati Arts Association SPONSORS

Season Sponsors:  AMERITAS (Founding Season Sponsor), FIFTH THIRD BANK (Lifetime Endowment Partner), FURNITURE FAIR, LOCAL12 WKRC, The P&G FUND of The Greater Cincinnati Foundation

SEASON PRESENTING SPONSORS:  Cincinnati Herald, CityBeat, Heidelberg Distributing Company, Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza, Garfield Suites Hotel, Macy’s, Pepsi, Skyline Chili, TriHealth, Ultimate Air Shuttle, Wells Fargo Insurance Services USA, Inc.

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February 6, 2016 · 9:12 am

The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati Holding Auditions for STAR Programs

TCTC_new logoChildren ages 9-18 can now register to audition for the renowned STAR Intensive NKU and STAR Camp Red Bank programs with The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati. Auditions will be held at The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati’s new facility, 4015 Red Bank Road, Cincinnati, OH 45227 on:

  • Friday, February 26 from 6 PM to 9 PM
  • Saturday, February 27 from 10 AM to 5 PM

Appointments are mandatory. You MUST set up an audition in advance. Audition time slots are on a first-come, first-served basis. To register for an audition please visit: www.thechildrenstheatre.com/audition

What to Prepare:

  • A memorized, age-appropriate monologue (1 minute MAX). It should showcase your acting skills.
  • A memorized 16-bar song selection that best shows your vocal range. Remember to bring your PIANO SHEET MUSIC for your song. An accompanist will be provided. The sheet music MUST have the piano part, not just the vocal line.
  • You may be asked to show us your dance ability, so come prepared. Wear appropriate shoes. No flip flops. Wear appropriate dance clothes please.
  • Upon online registration, please be sure to upload a RECENT 8×10 headshot and an UPDATED performance resume; however, please bring your headshot and resume with you to your audition in case we request a paper copy.
  • Please plan to arrive at least 20 minutes ahead of your appointment for check-in. If we are ahead of schedule, you may audition early.

ABOUT STAR INTENSIVE NKU:

Our STAR Intensive NKU program is a four-week training program for students, ages 9-18. Students are accepted by audition only and will be taught by experts in the various disciplines of Musical Theatre on the campus of Northern Kentucky University, from 10 AM to 4 PM each weekday. Selected from STAR Intensive NKU, the STAR Cabaret is a group of 12-14 students who participate in year-round training and coaching. Throughout the year, participants will mentor with our expert teaching staff to be well-rounded musical theatre artists, perform for local events, and will culminate in a trip to perform a showcase for directors, agents, and casting experts. Auditions for the 2016 STAR Cabaret will take place during the STAR Intensive NKU program.

When: July 5 – July 31, 2016, weekdays 10 AM to 4 PM at Northern Kentucky University

Tuition: $600

Security deposit of $150 due upon acceptance into the program. Payment plans and scholarships are available.

ABOUT STAR CAMP RED BANK:

STAR Camp Red Bank (formerly known as stARTs) is our program for gifted and talented students who are advanced in some areas of musical theatre and who have progressed beyond the basic levels of training. For three weeks in June, a select number of students will work with leading professionals in the theater business to help them improve and become well-rounded performers in all areas of musical theatre. Classes will take place over the course of three weeks (Monday-Friday) from 9:30 AM to 4 PM. At the end of the third week there will be a culminating showcase for family members.

When: June 6-24, 2016, weekdays 9:30 AM to 4 PM at The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati’s new facility, 4015 Red Bank Road, Cincinnati, OH 45227

Tuition: $500

Security deposit of $50 due upon acceptance into the program. Payment plans and scholarships are available.

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February 4, 2016 · 6:29 am

CINDERELLA Runs March 4-20

THT_Cinderella promoCINDERELLA: The Tale of the Glass Slipper
Town Hall Theatre
March 4-20
Centerville

Official cast list |

Cinderella spends every day keeping her stepmother and stepsisters happy, but she wants more from life. But with a little help from her fairy godmother she’s about to put her best foot forward! Recommended for ages 4 and up.

  • Fri, March 4 at 7pm
  • Sat-Sun, March 5-6 at 3pm
  • Fri, March 11 at 7pm
  • Sat, March 12 at 11am & 3pm
  • Sun, March 13 at 3pm
  • Fri, March 18 at 7pm
  • Sat-Sun, March 19-20 at 3pm

Official page |

 

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February 3, 2016 · 6:13 am

Auditions Announced for SOUTH PACIFIC at The Children’s Theatre of Mason

CTM_logoSOUTH PACIFIC

AUDITIONS: Feb. 15-16, 2016 by appointment
CALLBACKS: Feb. 18, 2016 5:30pm – 9:30pm
SHOW: June 16-19, 2016

Director: Dirk Doebereiner
Choreographer: TBD

CAST REQUIREMENTS: Includes 2 principal women and 2 principal men; 21 named parts, and a large ensemble that includes Islanders, Nuns, Officers, Sailors, Marines, and Soldiers. We will also offer a Prologue for a grouping of younger actors that will tie in with the beginning of the show.

Click here to view CTM’s Guidelines for Casting

An Audition Appointment is NECESSARY

Ages 7-11 Click Here for an Audition Appointment
Ages 12-18 Click Here for an Audition Appointment

  • Audition ages 7 – 18
  • Place: Mars Hill Academy
  • Bring a headshot photo to the audition (photos will not be returned). Photo does NOT need to be professional.
  • Make an Audition Appointment and print the resulting audition form. Be sure to bring that printed audition form to the audition.
  • You only need to come to one of the audition dates. Appointments are very strongly recommended. Those without an appointment may not be able to audition if time slots are not available.
  • If you cannot make either audition date, you may submit a video audition. Please click Video Audition Information for details.
  • Callbacks will be held Thursday Feb. 18th at Mars Hill Academy, those who are called back must be available for the entire callback time.
  • Email any questions to auditions@childrenstheatreofmason.com.

Rehearsals

  • First rehearsal will be a full cast read-thru on March 6th. There will also be a mandatory parent meeting during this read-thru. Additional details will be provided.
  • Rehearsals will be on Sunday afternoons and Tuesday and Thursday evenings at CTM’s Main Street Studios in Mason.

Requirements

  • Those cast in SOUTH PACIFIC will pay a $125 participation fee which covers the cost of: a souvenir show t-shirt, garment bag for your costume/s, a one line personal ad in the playbill, and the main parts of your costume. Actors may be asked to supply specific accessories or generic pieces (ex. socks, tights, shoes, etc.)
    t is mandatory that parents volunteer for at least 6 hours on pre-production jobs (set painting, set building, parent monitoring, etc.), as well as for volunteer time slots during the performance weekend (ticket sales, concessions, green room, etc.). Parents who cannot make this commitment should not have their children audition.

Audition Preparation
NOTE: We value your time and that of all actors. You may be stopped before the end of your audition. This is not a reflection of your performance only that the directors have seen or heard what they need to. If you have a specific part of your song you feel is very important, try to start near that portion so you are not stopped before reaching it.

Monologue:

  • Memorized monologue should be a maximum of 30 seconds.

Song:

  • Please prepare 30 seconds of a song. Your song should showcase your acting ability and skills while singing.
  • NO songs from South Pacific and NO pop songs.
  • No accompanist will be available. While you can sing a cappella, it is strongly recommended that you use an accompaniment track. There will be a CD player and speaker connection for mp3 players available.
  • Please bring your accompaniment track on CD or an MP3 Player. Song may have Backup vocals on the CD/MP3 but no lead vocals.
  • When using a CD please edit your track to the beginning of where you will be singing.
  • When using an MP3 Player, please edit your track or cue the track to the beginning of where you will be singing.
  • Please note we cannot be responsible if CD/MP3 does not play properly.
    Suggestions for your song:

    • Select a song that showcases your voice and your vocal range.
    • The Music Director will have a pitch pipe at auditions. Please know your starting pitch and you may ask to hear it before singing.
    • Select a song that has as few key changes as possible.
    • Select a song that does not have lots of rests or sing the song without those rests.
    • If possible, pick a song that shows some quick delivery of words and pitches as well as some longer, sustained notes.

Dance:

  • Auditioners may be asked to learn a simple dance pattern for those selected for callbacks.
  • Please wear dance friendly shoes.

For more information visit http://www.childrenstheatreofmason.com/audition-starting.php.

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January 23, 2016 · 7:36 am

Lexington Children’s Theatre Brings Beloved Fable to the Fitton Center in Premiere Production

FC_Puss in Boots logoHamilton, Ohio – Lexington Children’s Theatre returns to the Fitton Center for Creative Arts on February 5 for Fitton Family Fridays with their world premiere production of PUSS IN BOOTS. The classic tale was adapted for LCT by Jeremy Kisling, the organization’s associate artistic director in charge of education.

“We all say that writing is in the rewriting,” Kisling says. “It’s a matter of tweaking and deepening and defining those characters and getting them to each have a unique voice. In the end you’re trying to make sure that it’s something new, not a story that’s been told before. I am fairly true to the folk tale in its structure, but in its message I think it’s different.”

Along with emphasizing Puss’s use of wit, rather than force, to perpetuate the storyline, Kisling has also chosen to make Puss female.

“Hopefully, the story and character will make an impact on young girls in the audience that want to make transformations within their lives. Puss is feisty and it excites me to take a character like Puss into schools for little girls to look up to and have her as a reminder that we are all clever and all have the ability to make changes in our lives,” says director Octavia Biggs. “She’s a character in the throes of an exciting personal transformation, whose creative thinking, drive, and ambition seem to motivate the metamorphosis of every other character in the play. Puss is loyal, playful, and musical, but most inspiring, perhaps, because she is vibrant and actively engaged in life. She stands as a singular role model for young women today.”

Thank you to series sponsor Vaden Fitton, as well as reception sponsors G&J Pepsi Cola Bottlers, Inc. and Two Women in a Kitchen for their support. Admission is free for children; tickets are $10 for adult members and $12 for adult non-members (limit four children per adult). The reception begins at 6:30 pm and show begins at 7:30 pm in the Fitton Family Theater.

The Fitton Center for Creative Arts is a not-for-profit community arts center featuring a variety of programs, including: visual and performing arts classes, exhibitions, entertainment and theater productions for all ages. The Fitton Center’s purpose is to provide unique arts experiences and to “build community excellence through arts and culture.” The Fitton Center would like to extend its gratitude to ArtsWave, the Hamilton Community Foundation, and the Ohio Arts Council for their ongoing support.

The Fitton Center for Creative Arts is located at 101 S. Monument Avenue on the Riverfront in downtown Hamilton, Ohio.

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