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November 6, 2011 · 11:08 am

A CHRISTMAS CAROL runs Dec. 1-30

A CHRISTMAS CAROL
Presented by Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park
Dec. 1-30
Eden Park

Reviews:  Enquirer |

Adapted by Howard Dallin, 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, along with hundreds of costumes and thrilling special effects, helps to make the show one of the Playhouse’s most popular productions each year.

A CHRISTMAS CAROL is suitable for general audiences, including children age 5 and older. Due to the full-length nature of the show, children younger than 5 cannot be admitted.

  • Thu-Fri, Dec. 1-2 at 7pm
  • Sat-Sun, Dec. 3-4 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Thu-Fri, Dec. 8-9 at 7pm
  • Sat-Sun, Dec. 10-11 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Tue-Fri, Dec. 13-16 at 7pm
  • Sat-Sun, Dec. 17-18 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Tue-Wed, Dec. 20-21 at 7pm
  • Thu-Fri, Dec. 22-23 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Mon-Fri, Dec. 26-30 at 7pm

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November 3, 2011 · 4:48 pm

WHITE CHRISTMAS runs Dec. 1-23

Dan Doerger as Phil Davis, Allison Evans as Judy Haynes, Rick Kramer as Bob Wallace & Elizabeth Beiting-Lipps as Betty Haynes.

WHITE CHRISTMAS
Presented by Covedale Center for the Performing Arts
Dec. 1-23
West Price Hill

Reviews: CityBeat |

Based on the beloved, timeless film, this heartwarming musical adaptation features seventeen Irving Berlin songs and a book by David Ives and Paul Blake. Veterans Bob Wallace and Phil Davis have a successful song-and-dance act after World War II. With romance in mind, the two follow a duo of beautiful singing sisters en route to their Christmas show at a Vermont lodge, which just happens to be owned by Bob and Phil’s former army commander. The dazzling score features well known standards including Blue Skies, Happy, Snow and the perennial favorite, WHITE CHRISTMAS.

  • Thu-Sat, Dec. 1-3 at 8pm
  • Sun, Dec. 4 at 2pm
  • Thu-Fri, Dec. 8-9 at 8pm
  • Sat, Dec. 10 at 2pm & 8pm
  • Sun, Dec. 11 at 2pm
  • Thu-Fri, Dec. 15-16 at 8pm
  • Sat-Sun, Dec. 17-18 at 2pm & 8pm
  • Wed-Fri, Dec. 21-23 at 8pm

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Media coverage: Enquirer |

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November 3, 2011 · 9:17 am

THE SANTALAND DIARIES and trueCHRISTMAS runs Dec. 1-17

THE SANTALAND DIARIES and trueCHRISTMAS
Presented by New Edgecliff Theatre and trueTHEATRE
Dec. 1-17
Columbia Tusculum

Spastic children, obnoxious parents, nutty co-workers and, oh yeah … One Life to Live…. Happy Holidays! Brutally honest, witty and even a bit crude at times, The Santaland Diaries looks at the comically darker side of Christmas through the eyes of one man’s memorable experience as a seasonal worker elf at Macy’s Christmas Winter Wonderland. This year, New Edgecliff has paired with Cincinnati’s True Theatre to present trueCHRISTMAS, featuring real people telling real stories about their own memorable holiday experiences. This storytelling event is the perfect complement to David Sedaris, the ultimate storyteller. Intended for Mature Audiences Only.

Directed by Jim Stump

Cast of TSD: Josh Steele

  • Thu-Sat, Dec. 1-3 at 7:30pm
  • Thu-Sat, Dec. 8-10 at 7:30pm
  • Thu-Sat, Dec. 15-17 at 7:30pm

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November 2, 2011 · 3:45 pm

ANTONY AND CLEOPATRA runs Dec. 1-11

ANTONY AND CLEOPATRA
Presented by Northern Kentucky University
Dec. 1-11
Highland Heights

Reviews: BTC |

Considered one of the greatest love stories of all time, this bold work follows the Egyptian enchantress, Cleopatra, into an ill-timed relationship with the powerful Roman general, Mark Antony. The fates of war bring the two together in a passionate tête-à-tête but seduction and ambition may unravel each of them. As the war rages around them, peace may be a compromise that could prove fatal. Who will survive this explosive situation, and could their love affair leave Egypt and Rome in ruin?

  • Thu-Sat, Dec. 1-3 at 8pm
  • Sun, Dec. 4 at 3pm
  • Tue-Sat, Dec. 6-10 at 8pm
  • Sun, Dec. 11 at 3pm

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November 2, 2011 · 1:09 pm

LITTLE WOMEN THE MUSICAL runs Dec. 1-4

LITTLE WOMEN THE MUSICAL
Presented by Greater Hamilton Civic Theatre
Dec. 1-4
Hamilton

Based on Louisa May Alcott’s own family experiences (and novel), LITTLE WOMEN, follows the adventures of Jo, Meg, Beth and Amy March as they grow up in Civil War America. The beloved story of the March sisters is timeless and deals with issues as relevant today as when they were written. Now, this wonderful narrative has been brought to life as an exhilarating new musical filled with glorious music, dancing and heart. LITTLE WOMEN embodies the complete theatrical experience, guaranteeing a night filled with laughter, tears, and a lifting of the spirit. This powerful score soars with the sounds of personal discovery, heartache and hope — the sounds of a young America finding its voice.

  • Thu-Sat, Dec. 1-3 at 8pm
  • Sun, Dec. 4 at 2pm

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Articles: Journal News |

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