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July 30, 2012 · 11:14 am

THE BOYS NEXT DOOR runs Aug. 23-26

Jeff Nieman as Jack, Pat Germano as Norman, Tim Rogers as Barry, Ron Mason as Lucien & Eric Day as Arnold.

THE BOYS NEXT DOOR
Presented by Brieabi Productions
Aug. 23-26
Anderson Township

THE BOYS NEXT DOOR deals with four mentally disabled men who live in a group home. It takes place over roughly a two month period of time and consists of brief vignettes about their lives. Though the play is quite humorous in its non-mocking way of dealing with the handicapped men in real situations, the play takes a surprising turn as Barry’s one-armed father comes to visit, and Jack (their caretaker) accepts a new job.

Directed by Shawn Toadvine
Produced by Teresa Johns

Cast: Eric Day as Arnold Wiggins, Pat Germano as Norman Bulansky, Ron Mason as Lucien P. Smith, Tim Rogers as Barry Klemper, Jeff Nieman as Jack Palmer, Katey Blood as Sheila, Jamie Ball as Mr. Klemper, Arlene Borock as Mrs. Fremus/Mrs. Warren/Clara & Jim Cronin as Mr. Hedges/Mr. Corbin/Senator Clark

  • Thu-Fri, Aug. 23-24 at 8pm
  • Sat, Aug. 25 at 2pm & 8pm
  • Sun, Aug. 26 at 2pm

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Local media coverage: Enquirer article |

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July 30, 2012 · 10:51 am

NOTHING runs Aug. 17-Sept. 2

Jon Kovach as Ben.

NOTHING
Presented by Unity Productions
Aug. 17-Sept. 2
Clifton

Inspired by a true story, NOTHING is a multi-media play about Ben, a young man with autism who is struggling through the social grind that is high school. He retreats to a world of technology (MP3, video cameras, online gaming) in order to escape the tragic reality of constant bullying. When Ben meets Barbie in a divine online connection, he builds up the courage to venture out of his comfort zone and visit her in the flesh. This overwhelming escapade leads Ben into a dangerous situation, putting his own life at risk.

Cast: Daniel Britt as Metalwork Teacher, Kathleen Ferrini as Maaike, Bren Harper as Barbie, Jon Kovach as Ben, Robert Livingston as Bogaert, Max Meyers as Desmet, Michael Peake as Headmaster, Grace Poganski as Psychiatrist, Tracy Schoster as Mother, David Stone as Coppola

  • Fri-Sat, Aug. 17-18 at 8pm
  • Sun, Aug. 19 at 3pm
  • Fri-Sat, Aug. 24-25 at 8pm
  • Sun, Aug. 26 at 3pm & 8pm
  • Fri-Sat, Aug. 31-Sept. 1 at 8pm
  • Sun, Sept. 2 at 3pm

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Local media coverage: Local 12 story |

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July 30, 2012 · 10:40 am

HIDDEN WOUNDS on Aug. 11

HIDDEN WOUNDS
Presented by Montgomery-Hill Entertainment
Aug. 11
Downtown

When faced with present-day struggles, Tony Kingston is pressured to dig back into his childhood to find the root of his hurt and anger. Though painful, his journey is very necessary. With the help of his family and a counselor, Tony must learn to face his past and become personally honest with himself in order to move forward with his life. An inspiring story coupled with great music that is bound to make you laugh, cry and raise out of your seat.

Cast: William Cook III, Troy & Sharmaine Culbreth, Stephanie Crump, Fred James, Siobhan McNear, Christopher McNeal, Isaiah Templeton, Pamela Westbrook & Quincey Montgomery

  • Sat, Aug. 11 at 7pm

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July 18, 2012 · 5:45 pm

THE LEGEND OF POCAHONTAS runs Aug. 2-5

THE LEGEND OF POCAHONTAS
Presented by The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati’s STAR Program and Commonwealth Theatre Company
Aug. 2-5
Highland Heights

This contemporary pop musical follows the classic story of Pocahontas and how she became who she was as an adult. The tale of Pocahontas is a well-known and frequently told one — but this remarkable story sticks closer to the historical reality of her life, rather than the embellished version created by some other filmmakers and storytellers. Pocahontas led a calm, peaceful life as a small girl, but when strangers arrive in her tribe’s native land and attempt to take over, her life course changes drastically. Follow the truthful account of the Algonquin Indians as they are invaded and taken over by Europeans. See how Pocahontas later grows into an intelligent woman and becomes the wife of John Rowe, as well as a diplomat between the Native Americans and European peoples. Experience the high contrast between the rural and peaceful settings of the Native American tribes and the loud and industrial settings of the European establishments. This production is geared toward children ages 8 and up. It runs approximately 120 minutes. 

Directed by Roderick Justice
Music directed by Angela Powell-Walker
Choreographed by Sarah Peak

  • Thu-Fri, Aug. 2-3 at 8pm
  • Sat-Sun, Aug. 4-5 at 3pm* & 8pm
    *Both 3pm performances are sign language interpreted.

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Local media coverage: WVXU interview |

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July 18, 2012 · 4:35 pm

THE MERCHANT OF VENICE runs July 19-Aug. 12

THE MERCHANT OF VENICE
Presented by Free Shakespeare!
July 19-Aug. 12
Various

THE MERCHANT OF VENICE, William Shakespeare’s most provocative play, dances with these timeless tensions in a way that makes the story seem ripped from today’s headlines. What’s at stake is a pound of flesh. But by the time the noble Portia mediates the grievance between Shylock the moneylender and Antonio the merchant, what changes is the whole way we look at the world.

Directed by Chris Shea

Cast: Riley Able as Antonio, Bob Allen as Shylock, Chelsey Cavendar as Portia, Robert Stimmel as Bassanio, Leah Strasser as Nerissa, Justin King as Gratiano, Alex Chilton as Lorenzo, Alexandra Hildenbrandt as Jessica, Ben Miller as Salerio, Michelle Weiser as Solanio, Jason Antonick as Launcelot/others, Marcus Simmons II as Prince of Morocco/Duke of Venice, David Zelmon as Prince of Aragon/Tubal & Bill Styles as Old Gobbo/Balthazar

  • Thu, July 19 at 7pm
    Blommel Park, South Park [Dayton]
  • Fri-Sun, July 20-22 at 7pm
    ArtStreet, University of Dayton [Dayton]
  • Thu, July 26 at 7pm
    Tower Park [Fort Thomas]
  • Fri-Sun, July 27-29 at 7pm
    Antioch College Amphitheatre [Yellow Springs]
  • Thu, Aug. 2 at 7pm
    Rosewood Arts Centre [Kettering]
  • Fri-Sun, Aug. 3-5 at 7pm
    Newcom Park, Oregon District [Dayton]
  • Thu, Aug. 9 at 7pm
    Blommel Park, South Park [Dayton]
  • Fri-Sun, Aug. 10-12 at 7pm
    Wegerzyn Gardens MetroPark [Dayton]

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