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November 7, 2022 · 5:49 am

THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER the Musical Runs Dec. 8-11

IA_Best Christmas Pageant Ever logoTHE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER the Musical
Inspiring Arts
Dec. 8-11
Fellowship Baptist Church [Maineville]

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The six Herdman children truly are the worst kids in the history of the entire world. They lie and they cheat, they steal lunches, bully other kids, and even smoke big smelly cigars. The only Herdman-free spot in town is church… until Charli Bradley gets pushed too far and exaggerates the glories of Sunday School. The Herdmans show up at church the next Sunday in search of free snacks and walk right into casting for the annual Christmas pageant. They take all the lead roles, and Charli’s mom, Grace, has to find a way to get the out-of-control pageant on stage. With an angel of the Lord more action hero than holy messenger, wise men choosing practical gifts over their Biblical counterparts, and a baby Jesus with gas, this year’s pageant is shaping up to be anything but traditional. But just maybe, a reimagined pageant will help the town see the Christmas story with new eyes.

  • Thu-Fri, Dec. 8-9 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, Dec. 10 at 2:30pm & 7:30pm
  • Sun, Dec. 11 at 2:30pm & 6pm

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November 7, 2022 · 5:48 am

Irving Berlin’s HOLIDAY INN Runs Dec. 8-11

RISEUP_Holiday InnIrving Berlin’s HOLIDAY INN
Rise Up Performing Arts
Dec. 8-11
Sorg Opera House [Middletown]

In this musical, based on the beloved Bing Crosby/Fred Astaire film, Jim Hardy leaves behind the hustle and bustle of showbiz for a quiet life on a Connecticut farm. Jim’s agrarian efforts are a flop, but things start looking up when he falls for a talented schoolteacher, and together they infuse their sleepy rural setting with some Broadway razzle-dazzle. This heartwarming, toe-tapping production features more than 20 classic songs from the Berlin catalog, including “Easter Parade,” “Cheek to Cheek,” “Steppin’ Out with My Baby,” and “White Christmas.”

  • Thu-Fri, Dec. 8-9 at 7pm
  • Sat, Dec. 10 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Sun, Dec. 11 at 2pm

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November 3, 2022 · 5:59 am

Auditions Announced for CATCH ME IF YOU CAN at Rise Up Performing Arts

RUPA_logoRise Up Performing Arts
CATCH ME IF YOU CAN
Younger kids 7-10 will be placed in the show and a pre-show prologue.

Please bring a completed audition form.  We will also have these forms available at auditions. Headshots are no longer required.

AUDITION Forms (riseupperformingarts.com)

Please prepare a 1 minute musical theatre style song.  Please use an accompaniment track, without vocals. There will be a bluethooth speaker connection for phones and mp3 players. Please have music cued up to where your singing will begin. There will also be a dance audition.

Auditions are by appointment. Walk-ins will be seen as time allows.
Reserve an audition slot at www.signupgenius.com/go/70a054faca828a64-catch

Auditions: Monday, December 12, 6:00-9:00 & Tuesday, December 13th, 6:00-9:00

Video auditions will be accepted and must be recieved by end of day Monday, December 12th.
Callbacks: Wednesday, December 14th, 6:00-9:00
(If called back, you will be given a more specific time).

Rehearsals: Mondays & Thursdays 6:00-9:00  Sundays 4:00-7:00

Audition & Rehearsal Location: Rise Up Performing Arts, 228 Court St, Hamilton, OH 45011

Production dates: March 2-5

Performance Venue: Sorg Opera House, 63 S Main St, Middletown, OH 45044

ROLES AVAILABLE

  • Frank Abagnale, Sr.
    Frank Jr.’s father. He is an inspiration when it comes to swindling. Upbeat and fast-talking, he undergoes a series of progressive failures that leaves him a miserable drunk.
    Gender: Male
    Age: 45 to 65
    Vocal range top: G#4 Vocal range bottom: F2
  • Paula Abagnale
    Frank Jr.’s gorgeous mother. She met Frank Sr. in France, during the war, but has fallen out of love. Caring and loving, with an underlying resentment toward her husband and son.
    Gender: Female
    Age: 45 to 60
    Vocal range top: C5 Vocal range bottom: A3
  • Brenda Strong
    A young nurse and Frank Jr.’s eventual love interest. Hard-working and initially insecure, she meets Frank Jr. after running away from a wedding. Comes to trust him but his true identity clouds her feelings.
    Gender: Female
    Age: 20 to 30
    Vocal range top: A5 Vocal range bottom: G3
  • Carol Strong
    Brenda’s traditional mother. She is talkative and boisterous.
    Gender: Female
    Age: 45 to 60
    Vocal range top: A5 Vocal range bottom: Bb3
  • Roger Strong
    Brenda’s conservative father. He is stern and interrogatory, but reveals himself to be deeply romantic.
    Gender: Male
    Age: 50 to 60
    Vocal range top: A4 Vocal range bottom: A2

Featured Roles

  • Agent Cod
    Gender: Male
  • Agent Dollar
    Gender: Male
  • Agent Branton
    Gender: Male
  • Cheryl Ann
    Gender: Female
  • ENSEMBLE

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November 3, 2022 · 5:56 am

JUNIOR CLAUS Runs Dec. 2-18

THT_Junior Claus logoJUNIOR CLAUS
Town Hall Theatre
Dec. 2-18
[Centerville]

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Junior Claus is the only son of Santa and Mrs. Claus. Like many teenagers, Junior is reluctant to take over the family business. Unsure of himself, Junior puts more faith in his technological inventions than in good old-fashioned Christmas magic, much to the chagrin of his father. But, when a sudden drop in Christmas spirit renders Santa incapable of making the great ride, Junior must take the reins.

  • Fri, Dec. 2 at 7pm
  • Sat-Sun, Dec. 3-4 at 3pm
  • Fri, Dec. 9 at 7pm
  • Sat, Dec. 10 at 11am & 3pm
  • Sun, Dec. 11 at 3pm
  • Fri, Dec. 16 at 7pm
  • Sat-Sun, Dec. 17-18 at 3pm

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October 31, 2022 · 5:53 am

A CHRISTMAS CAROL Runs Dec. 1-23

CCPA_A Christmas Carol logoA CHRISTMAS CAROL
Covedale Center for the Performing Arts
Dec. 1-23
[West Price Hill]

Adapted by Tim Perrino, Music by Jeremy Helmes, Lyrics by Tim Perrino
Based on the book by Charles Dickens

Directed by Tim Perrino
Music directed by Greg Dastillung
Choreographed by Cassidy Steele

Cast: Tim Perrino as Ebenezer Scrooge, Douglas Berlon as Charles Dickens, Justin Glaser as Fezziwig/Ghost of Christmas Present, Kelsey Chandler as Mrs. Cratchit, Jeremiah Plessinger as Bob Cratchit, Aaron Marshall as Nephew Fred, Dave Woellert as Jacob Marley/Old Joe, Kali Marsh as Belle, Annie Schneider as Mrs. Fezziwig/Baker/Laundress, Christopher Wells as Young Adult Scrooge/Ghost of Christmas Future, Rachael Petranek as Charwoman/Chorus, Jamie Steele as Shopkeeper/Dead Man/Chorus, Donald Washington as Topper/Poulterer/Chorus, Jordan Darnell as Fred’s Wife/Ghost of Christmas Past/Chorus, Elena Boyd as Chorus, Ashley Danger Morton as Chorus, Savannah Boyd as Chorus, Dez Flynn Hutchens as Tiny Tim, Kent Sokolis as Ignorance/Boy with Turkey/Chorus, Grace Jeffreys as Want/Chorus, Mia Zink as Fan/Chorus, R DeAndre Smith as Solicitor 1/Belle’s solicitor/Chorus, Jamie Swisshelm as Martha Cratchit/Chorus, Maggie Zink as Belinda Cratchit, Caleb Freed as Young Scrooge/Chorus, Parker Roland as Peter Cratchit/Chorus & Jenna Uterstaedt as Chorus

The Covedale’s own very merry musical production, A Christmas Carol, makes its triumphant return for the holidays! Our musical version of the classic Dickens tale is deeply faithful to the original, featuring the mean miser Scrooge, Tiny Tim and the most famous haunters of all – the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future! And it’s all wrapped up in exciting songs like, “Bring Back Christmas”, “On the Streets of Bethlehem”, “The Candle Carol” and many more. It’s been nine years since this show has brightened the Covedale stage.  Come experience this “Ghost story of Christmas” again OR for the very first time. It’s a marvelous, merry way to share the yuletide with family and friends. God bless us everyone!

  • Thu, Dec. 1 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, Dec. 2-3 at 8pm
  • Sun, Dec. 4 at 2pm
  • Thu, Dec. 8 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, Dec. 9-10 at 8pm
  • Sun, Dec. 11 at 2pm
  • Thu, Dec. 15 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, Dec. 16-17 at 8pm
  • Sun, Dec. 18 at 2pm
  • Tue-Thu, Dec. 20-21 at 7:30pm
  • Fri, Dec. 23 at 8pm
  • Wed, Dec. 28 at 7:30pm
    NEW PERFORMANCE ADDED! After the weather cancelation this week, we’ve added a bonus performance of the wildly popular A Christmas Carol at the Covedale Center for the Performing Arts on Wednesday, December 28 at 7:30pm. Tickets will go on sale on Monday at 11am. Note: this is a new performance so previous ticket and seat assignments can not be guaranteed, but anyone who took a credit for the canceled show may exchange that credit for a seat to this performance. Credits can not be redeemed via web sales; credits can only be used via phone sales and in-person. Tickets will be available online or by calling the Box Office at (513) 241-6550. The Covedale box office location will also be open for in-person sales on Monday and Tuesday, 11am to 5pm and Wednesday, 11am to show time.

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