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November 10, 2021 · 9:59 am

ELF the Musical Jr. Runs Dec. 4-12

TCTC_Elf logoELF the Musical Jr.
The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati
Dec. 4-12
Taft Theatre [Downtown]

Directed by Roderick Justice
Choreographed by Eric Byrd

Cast: Katie Pees Arber as Deb, David Armando as Matthews/Fake Santa/Ensemble, Chris Logan Carter as Chadwick/Ensemble, Alloria Frayser as Jovie, Leah Hall as Sarah, Griffin Hatfield as Michael Hobbs/Charlie the Elf, Je’Shaun Jackson as Store Manager/Ensemble, Kyndra Jefferies as Sam/Emma Van Brockin, A. James Jones as Buddy, Tori Kocher as Darlene Lambert, Rodney Neal as Mr. Greenway/Ensemble, Dain Alan Paige as Walter Hobbs, Ryan J. Poole as Santa/Ensemble, Deb Schubert as Emily & Michelle Wells as Charlotte Dennon/Ensemble
Ensemble: Brinley Culver, Brooke Chamberlain, Stella D’Ascenzo, Celia D’Ascenzo, Kai Horvit, Dez Flynn Hutchens, Elli Maddock, Peyton Morgan, Kip Richardson, Chelsea Russell, Kate Stark, Morgan Tracy, Kavan Vadivelu & Keya Vadivelu

Buddy, a young orphan, mistakenly crawls into Santa’s bag of gifts and is transported to the North Pole. The would-be elf is raised unaware that he is actually a human, until his enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. With Santa’s permission, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his birth father and discover his true identity. Buddy is determined to win over his new family and help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas.

11/10/21 COVID-19 Heal & Safety Protocol

  • Sat, Dec. 4 at 2pm & 5pm
  • Sun, Dec. 5 at 2pm
  • Fri, Dec. 10 at 7pm
  • Sat, Dec. 11 at 11am & 2pm
  • Sun, Dec. 12 at 2pm

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November 4, 2021 · 11:10 am

JUNIE B. JONES – JINGLE BELLS, BATMAN SMELLS Runs Dec. 3-19

THT_Junie B Jones Jingle Bells logoJUNIE B. JONES – JINGLE BELLS, BATMAN SMELLS
Town Hall Theatre
Dec. 3-19
[Centerville]

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It’s time for another adventure with Junie B Jones at Christmas time. The upcoming Holiday Sing-Along offers a Secret Santa gift exchange and Junie picked the tattletale student, May. Will Junie be naughty or nice?

  • Fri, Dec. 3 at 7pm
  • Sat-Sun, Dec. 4-5 at 3pm
  • Fri, Dec. 10 at 7pm
  • Sat, Dec. 11 at 11am & 3pm
  • Sun, Dec. 12 at 3pm
  • Fri, Dec. 17 at 7pm
  • Sat-Sun, Dec. 18-19 at 3pm

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November 2, 2021 · 9:28 am

A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS Runs Dec. 2-5

SCCT_A Charlie Brown ChristmasA CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS
Sinclair Community College Theatre
Dec. 2-5
[Dayton]

Directed by Gina Kleesattel

This 40-minute production has become a family tradition and a perfect introduction for young children to LIVE theatre. First shown as an animated TV special based on Charles M. Schulz’s Peanuts characters in 1965, this faithful stage adaptation features Charlie Brown, Snoopy and the Peanuts gang as they grapple with the real meaning of Christmas. Featuring colorful costumes and scenery, the show is perfect for school, church, scout and other youth groups.

11/2/21 Masks required on all Sinclair campuses.  Masks for children under 6 not required, but encouraged.

  • Thu-Fri, Dec. 2-3 at Noon
  • Sat, Dec. 4 at 2pm, 4pm & 7pm
  • Sun, Dec. 5 at 2pm & 7pm

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November 2, 2021 · 9:21 am

CINDERELLA Runs Dec. 1-30

ETC_Cinderella 2021CINDERELLA
Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati
Dec. 1-30
[Over-the-Rhine]

Book by Joseph McDonough,
Music by David Kisor
Composed by Fitz Patton

Directed by D Lynn Meyers

Cast: Rachel Barkalow as Aristotle the Crow, Michael G. Bath as King Frederick, Darnell Pierre Benjamin as Gaston, Deb Girdler as Brunhilda, Christian Hall as Plato the Toad, Sara Mackie as Priscilla, Abby Palen as Socrates the Spider, Patrick Earl Phillips as Prince Frederick, Brooke Steele as Cinderella, Torie Wiggins as Clarissa & Kate Wilford as Gwendolyn

What do you get when you combine a nearsighted bookworm heroine, two fabulously self-absorbed stepsisters, one devilishly diva stepmother, along with a self-empowering Well-Wisher? A fun spin on the classic fairy tale that demonstrates being smart is true beauty! When the King pressures his romantically challenged son to choose a bride from hundreds of “applicants,” a cross-country tour of the kingdom ensues to reunite a missing sneaker—yes a sneaker!—with its rightful owner. Cinderella is suitable for all ages.

11/2/21 Health and Safety Policy

  • Wed-Fri, Dec. 1-3 at 7pm
  • Sat, Dec. 4 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Sun, Dec. 5 at 2pm
  • Thu-Fri, Dec. 9-10 at 7pm
  • Sat, Dec. 11 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Sun, Dec. 12 at 2pm
  • Tue-Fri, Dec. 14-17 at 7pm
  • Sat, Dec. 18 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Sun, Dec. 19 at 2pm
  • Mon, Dec. 20 at 7pm
  • Tue-Wed, Dec. 21-22 at 2pm &7pm
  • Thu, Dec. 23 at 2pm
  • Mon, Dec. 27 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Tue, Dec. 28 at 2pm
  • Wed, Dec. 29 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Thu, Dec. 30 at 2pm

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October 29, 2021 · 9:57 am

A CHRISTMAS CAROL Runs Nov. 24-Dec. 30

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Cast of 2019’s A CHRISTMAS CAROL. Photo by Mikki Schaffner.

A CHRISTMAS CAROL
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park
Nov. 24-Dec. 30
Marx Theatre [Eden Park]

Directed by Michael Evan Haney
Music directed by Rebecca N. Childs
Choreographed by Dee Anne Bryll

Cast: Bruce Cromer as Ebenezer Scrooge, Charlie Cromer as Young and Mature Scrooge |/ Ghost of Christmas Future, Paulina De La Parra as Mary (Scrubwoman at Fezziwig’s) / Mrs. Dilber / Streets, Annie Fitzpatrick as Mrs. Fezziwig / Patience / Streets, Parker Flautt as Peter Cratchit / Gregory / Apprentice at Fezziwig’s / Streets, Ryan Wesley Gilreath as Bob Cratchit / Schoolmaster Oxlip / Guest at Fezziwig’s, Ashlynn Isabel Hezlep as Belinda Cratchit / Guest at Fezziwig’s / Streets, Maeada King as Business Person with Newspaper / Guest at Fezziwig’s / Streets, Taha Mandviwala as Mr. Sosser / Dick Wilkins / Topper / Man with Shoe Shine, Sara Masterson as Belle / Catherine Margaret, Matthew McGinn as Constable at Fezziwig’s / Undertaker / Streets, Kelly Mengelkoch as Mrs. Cratchit / Laundress / Streets, Daniel Petzold as Fred / Guest at Fezziwig’s, Gianna Porfano as Rose / Poulteress / Guest at Fezziwig’s / Caroler / Streets, Greg Procaccino as Jacob Marley / Old Joe, Douglas Rees as Mr. Fezziwig / Ghost of Christmas Present, Makenzie Ruff as Martha Cratchit / Guest at Fezziwig’s / Streets, Benjamin Sheffer as Boy Scrooge / Guest at Fezziwig’s / Ignorance / Streets, Britney Nicole Simpson as Ghost of Christmas Past / Mrs. Peake, Sabian Swan as Charles / Apprentice at Fezziwig’s / Bootblack / George / Streets, Braylen Underwood as Tiny Tm / Matthew / Guest at Fezziwig’s / Streets, Athena Updike as Fan / Guest at Fezziwig’s / Want / Streets, & David Whalen as Mr. Cupp / Percy / Rich Man at Fezziwig’s

A holiday family favorite! Our production of A Christmas Carol combines faithful storytelling with spellbinding stage magic to bring to life the 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. Special price for kids! Recommended 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. Please contact the Box Office if you have questions or require additional information.

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  • In preview Wed Nov. 24 at 7pm
  • Fri, Nov. 26 at 7pm
  • Sat, Nov. 27 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Sun, Nov. 28 at 2pm
  • Wed-Fri, Dec. 1-3 at 7pm
  • Sat, Dec. 4 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Sun, Dec. 5 at 2pm
  • Wed-Fri, Dec. 8-10 at 7pm
  • Sat, Dec. 11 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Sun, Dec. 12 at 2pm
  • Tue-Fri, Dec. 14-17 at 7pm
  • Sat, Dec. 18 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Sun, Dec. 19 at 2pm
  • Tue, Dec. 21 at 7pm
  • Wed-Thu, Dec. 22-23 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Sun, Dec. 26 at 7pm
  • Mon-Thu, Dec, 27-30 at 7pm

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