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May 10, 2012 · 8:14 am

HONK! runs June 8-10

HONK! 
Presented by Acting Up
June 8-10
Mason 

HONK! is the story of Ugly, whose odd, gawky looks instantly incite prejudice from his family and neighbors. Separated from the farm and pursued by a hungry Cat, Ugly must find his way home. Along his rollicking and harrowing journey he not only discovers his true beauty and glorious destiny, but also finds love and acceptance in all its forms. Witty and hilarious, but also deeply moving, HONK! will treat you to equal amounts of laughter and tears, with its charm, humor and message of tolerance.

  • Friday, June 8 at 7pm
  • Sat, June 9 at 3pm* & 7pm
  • Sun, June 10 at 3pm
    *sign language interpreted

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May 9, 2012 · 7:20 am

Disney’s MY SON PINOCCHIO runs June 7-16

Disney’s MY SON PINOCCHIO: Geppetto’s Musical Tale
Presented by East Side Players
June 7-16
Blue Ash 

The classic tale of an aging toymaker and his puppet, Pinocchio, takes on timely issues in Disney’s MY SON PINOCCHIO. Grammy Award-winner and master melodist Stephen Schwartz adds a compelling score of original songs to the beloved classics “When You Wish Upon a Star” and “I’ve Got No Strings.”

Join the Blue Fairy, Stromboli and a lively cast of characters as Geppetto journeys beyond the Toy Shop to discover what makes the “perfect child.”

  • Thu-Sun, June 7-10 at 7:30pm
  • Wed-Sat, June 13-16 at 7:30pm

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May 8, 2012 · 8:05 am

PLAZA SUITE runs June 6-24

PLAZA SUITE
Presented by Commonwealth Theatre Company
June 6-24
Highland Heights

In one of Neil Simon’s most popular comedies, hilarity ensues as we glimpse into the relationships of three couples who occupy the same suite at the Plaza Hotel. There is a suburban couple who find themselves in the same suite where they honeymooned 23 years earlier. Next is a Hollywood producer who, after three marriages, is looking for an encounter. And, finally, a mother and father struggling to get their bride-to-be daughter out of the locked bathroom.

Dinner is served 90 minutes before curtain. A limited number of show-only tickets are available. Traditionally these summer shows sell out in advance.

Directed by Greg Procaccino

Cast: Liz Comstock as Murial, Mike Dennis as Jesse/Roy, Christine Dye as Karen/Norma, Jordan Loyd as Borden/Waiter, Nate Netzley as Bellhop, David Roth as Sam & Stephanie Wallenfelsz as Jean/Mimsey/Staff

  • Wed-Sat, June 6-9 at 8pm
  • Sun, June 10 at 6:30pm
  • Tue-Sat, June 12-16 at 8pm
  • Sun, June 17 at 6:30pm
  • Tue-Sat, June 19-23 at 8pm
  • Sun, June 24 at 6:30pm

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May 4, 2012 · 8:47 am

BARNABY RUDGE, PART II runs June 1-3

BARNABY RUDGE, PART II
Presented by Wright State University
June 1-3
Dayton

The second half of the stage adaptation of the novel by Charles Dickens. Set in 18th century London and the surrounding countryside, BARNABY RUDGE is the story of the simple-minded Barnaby and his mother, endangered by a mysterious Stranger. Rioting mobs and violence endanger the four families met in Part One. Dickens’ horror, humor, and humanity fill the intimate Herbst stage, as fifteen actors play over thirty characters.

Adapted and directed by Bruce Cromer

Cast: Tess Talbot as Mrs. Rudge/Parkes/Narrator,
Chelsey Cavender as Daisy/Grip/Gashford/Narrator,
Nicole Tompkins as Emma/Cobb/Bulldog/Narrator,
Michelle Weiser as Miggs/Peak/Bulldog/Narrator,
Aziza Macklin as Dolly/Bulldog/Narrator,
Lauren Deaton as Mrs. Varden/Bulldog/Narrator,
Cyndii Johnson as Stagg/Parkes/Bulldog/Narrator,
Mathys Herbert as Barnaby/Bulldog/Narrator,
Cameron Blankenship as Simon Tappertit/Narrator,
Tyler Edwards as Gabriel Varden/Bulldog/Narrator,
Ben Miller as Edward/Hugh/Narrator,
Zach Schute as Haredale/Bulldog/Narrator,
Ian Blanco as Joe Willet/Bulldog/Narrator,
Justin King as Chester/Bulldog/Narrator
& Law Terrell Dunford as John Willet/Bulldog/Narrator

  • Fri, June 1 at 8pm
  • Sat, June 2 at 2pm & 8pm
  • Sun, June 3 at 2pm

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May 4, 2012 · 8:20 am

AVENUE Q runs June 1-10

AVENUE Q
Presented by Showbiz Players
June 1-10
Covington

AVENUE Q is a laugh-out-loud musical that tells the timeless story of a recent college grad named Princeton who moves into a shabby New York apartment all the way out on Avenue Q. There, he meets Kate (the girl next door), Rod (the Republican), Trekkie (the internet sexpert), Lucy the Slut (need we say more?), and other colorful types who help Princeton finally discover his purpose in life!

Directed and produced by Bunny Arszman
Music direction by Sherry McCamley
Vocal direction by Lara Gonzalez
Choreographed by Jules Schumate

Cast:  Robert Breslin as Princeton, Emily Rowekamp as Kate Monster, Nate Moster as Rod, Bill Geraghty as Nicky, Libby Beiting as Lucy the Slut, Burgess Byrd as Gary Coleman, Erin McCamley as Christmas Eve, John Woll as Brian, Ken Goldhoff as Trekkie Monster, Mike Fielder as Male Puppeteer & Julie Wacksman as Female Puppeteer

  • Fri-Sat, June 1-2 at 8pm
  • Sun, June 3 at 7pm
  • Wed-Sat, June 6-9 at 8pm
  • Sun, June 10 at 3pm

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Local media coverage: Enquirer article |

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