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October 30, 2014 · 5:31 pm

A CHRISTMAS CAROL Runs Nov. 26-Dec. 28

Bruce Cromer as Ebenezer Scrogge & Von Eric Huhn as Tiny Tim. Photo by Sandy Underwood.

Bruce Cromer as Ebenezer Scrogge & Von Eric Huhn as Tiny Tim. Photo by Sandy Underwood.

A CHRISTMAS CAROL
Presented by Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park
Nov. 26-Dec. 28
Eden Park

Directed by Michael Evan Haney
Choreographed by Dee Anne Bryll

Cast: Ollie Corchado as Dick Wilkins, Bruce Cromer as Ebenezer Scrooge, Craig Wesley Divino as Fred, Tad Ehlers as Peter Cratchit/Gregory/Apprentice at Fezziwig’s, Joy Farmer-Clary as Belle/Catherine Margaret, Annie Fitzpatrick as Mrs. Fezziwig/Patience, Ryan Wesley Gilreath as Bob Cratchit/Schoolmaster Oxlip, Nathan E. Goodlett as George/Charles/Apprentice at Fezziwig’s, Joseph Forest Lennon Hamzy as Ignorance/Matthew/Rich Son at Fezziwig’s, Jay Hobson as Undertaker/Guest at Fezziwig’s, Dale Hodges as Ghost of Christmas Past/Mrs. Peake, Jared Joplin as Young and Mature Scrooge/Ghost of Christmas Future, Kelly Mengelkoch as Mrs. Cratchit/Laundress at Fezziwig’s, Gregory Procaccino as Jacob Marley/Old Joe, Alex Purcell as Constable at Fezziwig’s/Caroler, Delaney Ragusa as Martha Cratchit/Guest at Fezziwig’s, Douglas Rees as Mr. Fezziwig/Ghost of Christmas Present, Christopher Michael Richardson as Man with Pipe/Caroler/Guest at Fezziwig’s, Laurie Roberts as Rose/Guest at Fezziwig’s, Nick Rose as Mr. Cupp/Percy/Father at Fezziwig’s, Jordan Shaw as Want/Guest at Fezziwig’s, Ty Joseph Shelton as Tiny Tim, Kinley Brooke Soemaker as Fan/Guest at Fezziwig’s, Claire Simba as Scrubwoman(Mary) at Fezziwig’s/Caroler, Stephen Skiles as Mr. Sosser/Topper/Man with Shoe Shine/Guest at Fezziwig’s, Livvy Stubrenauch as Belinda Cratchit/Guest at Fezziwig’s, Kelsey Torstveit as Mrs. Dilber/Caroler/Guest at Fezziwig’s, Ethan Verderber as Boy Scrooge/Guest at Fezziwig’s/Bootback & D’Amante M. Wilson as Poulteress/Guest at Fezziwig’s

The Playhouse’s version of A CHRISTMAS CAROL combines faithful storytelling with spellbinding stage magic to bring to life its familiar story of a sinner given one last chance at redemption by four persuasive ghosts. Ebenezer Scrooge undergoes a miraculous Christmas Eve transformation as he views with new eyes his past, present and the possibilities of the future. As he witnesses all those who have improved his life — his first love Belle, his kindhearted employer Fezziwig, his nephew Fred and his heartily abused clerk Bob Cratchit — he realizes that it’s never too late to change his miserly ways. A CHRISTMAS CAROL’s heartwarming message, hundreds of costumes and thrilling special effects help to make the show one of the Playhouse’s most popular productions each year. 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.

  • Wed, Nov. 26 at 7pm
  • Fri, Nov. 28 at 7pm
  • Sat, Nov. 29 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Sun, Nov. 30 at 2pm
  • Thu-Fri, Dec. 4-5 at 7pm
  • Sat, Dec 6 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Sun, Dec. 7 at 2pm
  • Thu-Fri, Dec. 11-12 at 7pm
  • Sat, Dec. 13 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Sun, Dec. 14 at 2pm
  • Tue-Fri, Dec. 16-19 at 7pm
  • Sat, Dec. 20 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Sun, Dec. 21 at 2pm
  • Mon, Dec. 22 at 7pm
  • Tue, Dec. 23 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Fri, Dec. 26 at 7pm
  • Sat-Sun, Dec. 27-28 at 2pm & 7pm

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October 28, 2014 · 12:25 pm

Princess Party and PIP’s ROSES AND THORNS at The Arts Center at Dunham

Princess Party and Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park’s Off The Hill Production
ROSES AND THORNSs at the Arts Center at Dunham

PIP_Roses and ThornsThe Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park’s Off the Hill family series production of ROSES & THORNS (A TALE OF BEAUTY & THE BEAST) by Bret Fetzer will be performed at the Arts Center at Dunham on Saturday, November 1, 2014 at 2:00 pm. The show is free and open to the public and made possible by a grant from Price Hill Will Arts CAT.

Prior to the performance, children can join the “Be Our Guest” princess party with Bella and her friends from 12:30-1:30 p.m. The princess party costs $5 per child with proceeds benefiting the renovation of the Arts Center at Dunham. To RSVP to the “Be Our Guest” princess party, go online to Sunset Players website (www.sunsetplayers.org) or call 513-588-4988.

The twisted comedy ROSES & THORNS revisits the original story of beautiful Rose who sacrifices her own happiness to be the servant of a hideous Beast in order to protect her father and family. Based on the 18th, century version of the story, the play embraces slapstick, satire and high camp styles even as it explores the darker depths of the tale, which proves that true beauty is always more than skin deep. This performance will be sign language interpreted.

Off the Hill is made possible by the John A. Schroth Family Charitable Trust, PNC Bank, Trustee. Seasonal support is the Playhouse in the Park’s outreach programs is provided by the Hearst Foundations and the Robert and Adele Schiff Family Foundation.

The Arts Center at Dunham is a fine arts center for the west side of Cincinnati. Housed in one of the three remaining buildings of what was the first municipally owned tuberculosis sanatorium in the United States, the Arts Center includes a 350-seat performance venue as well as extensive studio and programming space. The Arts Center is located in the Dunham Recreation Complex. See what is happening at the Arts Center at Dunham on Facebook.

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October 7, 2014 · 1:51 pm

Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati Kicks Off 90th Season with “Tale as Old as Time”

Maranda Rossi as Belle and Sam Rueff as The Beast.

Maranda Rossi as Belle and Sam Rueff as The Beast.

CINCINNATI — The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati kicks off its 90th MainStage season October 17-19 and October 25, 2014 at the Taft Theatre with DISNEY’S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST JR., one of the company’s most requested shows.  The brainy and beautiful Belle yearns to escape her provincial life…and her brute of a suitor, Gaston. However, Belle gets more adventurous than she wanted when she becomes a captive in the Beast’s enchanted castle! Dancing flatware, menacing wolves, and singing furniture fill the stage with thrills in this beloved fairy tale about very different people finding strength in one another and learning how to love.

The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati is celebrating its 90th season this year.  The company was started by The Junior League of Cincinnati back in 1924.  The show is being directed by Angela Powell Walker.  Music by Alan Menken and lyrics by Howard Ashman and Tim Rice. Book by Linda Woolverton.  Originally directed by Robert Jess Roth.  Originally produced by Disney Theatrical Productions. DISNEY’S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST JR. is ideal for family with children ages 4+.

DISNEY’S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST JR., The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati, through October 25. 7:30 p.m. Friday, October 17, Saturday October 18 and Sunday, October 19 at 2 PM and Saturday, October 25 at 2 PM and 5 PM; Taft Theatre, 5th and Sycamore Streets in Downtown Cincinnati. Tickets $7-$25. 1-800-745-3000, www.ticketmaster.com and select Kroger outlets.

Don’t miss The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati’s Family Gala:  October 18, 2014 at 5 PM.  This family event features a private performance followed by dinner, games, dancing and fun for all ages at the Scottish Rite Ballroom.  Tickets are $150 for adults and $75 for children.  Seating is limited.  Email tickets@thechildrenstheatre.com to be added to the invitation list.

The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati also presents an additional nine performances of DISNEY’S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST JR. for school students.  Ticket prices are $7 per student with one free adult admission for every 15 students. School performances are during the daytime hours October 17, 21-24.  Call Pam Young at 513-569-8080 ext. 13 for details.

Season Tickets to the 2014-2015 Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati season are on sale now.  Prices range from $78 for the popular 4-Show Orchestra Season Ticket Package to just $21 for a 3-Show Multi-Ticket package in the Second Balcony.  For information call 513-569-8080 ext. 10 or visit www.thechildrenstheatre.com.

The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati’s production of DISNEY’S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST JR. is made possible by the generous support of Edyth B. Lindner. The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati is supported by the generosity of community contributions to the ArtsWave Campaign. The Children’s Theatre’s Season Sponsors are the Charles H. Dater Foundation and the Marge and Charles J. Schott Foundation.  The Ohio Arts Council helped fund this program with state tax dollars to encourage economic growth, educational excellence and cultural enrichment for all Ohioans. Media sponsors are Cincinnati Enquirer, LOCAL 12 and Q102.  The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati Kids Club is presented by Grace Kerr Orthodontics and Time Timer.

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September 17, 2014 · 11:41 am

Disney’s BEAUTY AND THE BEAST JR. Runs Oct. 17-25

Maranda Rossi as Belle and Sam Rueff as The Beast.

Maranda Rossi as Belle and Sam Rueff as The Beast.

Disney’s BEAUTY AND THE BEAST JR.
Presented by The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati
Oct. 17-25
Downtown

Directed by Angela Powell Walker
Assistant Directed by Chris Stewart
Choreographed by Roderick Justice

The brainy and beautiful Belle yearns to escape her provincial life…and her brute of a suitor, Gaston. However, Belle gets more adventurous than she wanted when she becomes a captive in the Beast’s enchanted castle! Dancing flatware, menacing wolves, and singing furniture fill the stage with thrills in this beloved fairy tale about very different people finding strength in one another and learning how to love.

  • Fri, Oct. 17 at 7:30pm
  • Sat-Sun, Oct. 18*-19 at 2pm
  • Sat, Oct. 25 at 2pm  & 5pm
    *Sign language interpreted

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August 20, 2014 · 9:36 am

Disney’s BEAUTY AND THE BEAST runs Sept. 19-21

ACTUP_Beauty and the BeastDisney’s BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
Presented by Acting Up
Sept. 19-21
Mason

Directed by Joey Schnell
Vocal direction by Amy Hall & Jeanne Bilyeau
Choreographed by Maddie Burgoon

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Disney’s BEAUTY AND THE BEAST is the classic story of Belle, a young woman in a provincial town, and the Beast, who is really a young prince trapped in a spell placed by an enchantress. If the Beast can learn to love and be loved, the curse will end and he will be transformed to his former self. But time is running out. If the Beast does not learn his lesson soon, he and his household will be doomed for all eternity.

  • Fri, Sept. 19 at 7pm
  • Sat, Sept. 20 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Sun, Sept. 21 at 2pm

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