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August 7, 2024 · 5:04 pm

DIAL M FOR MURDER Runs Aug. 17-Sept. 15

DIAL M FOR MURDER
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park
Aug. 17-Sept. 15
Rouse Theatre [Eden Park]

Written by Frederick Knott
Adapted by Jeffrey Hatcher
Directed by Tatiana Pandiani

Cast: Brandon Hearnsberger as Tony Wendice, Justin McCombs as Lesgate, Barry Mulholland as Inspector Hubbard, Geena Quintos as Maxine Hadley & Teresa Zimmermann as Margot Wendice

Murder and malice take center stage in a fresh adaptation of an iconic thriller! The setting is midcentury London. It’s been a year since Margot ended her affair with her lover, Maxine, and returned to life as usual with her husband, Tony — or so she thinks. Tony, in fact, knows about the affair and spins an intricate web of suspicion and deception. When his plan goes terribly awry, it sets in motion a series of deadly, unexpected twists threatening everyone involved. Best known for the 1954 film by Alfred Hitchcock, this masterful murder mystery receives a clever and fast-paced new treatment for the stage. DIAL M FOR MURDER is recommended for ages 13 and up. 

  • In preview, Sat, Aug. 17 at 7:30pm
  • In preview, Tue-Wed, Aug. 20-21 at 7:30pm
  • Thu-Fri, Aug. 22-23 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, Aug. 24 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Sun, Aug. 25 at 2pm
  • Tue-Fri, Aug. 27-30 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, Aug. 31 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Sun, Sept. 1 at 2pm
  • Tue, Sept. 3 at 7:30pm
  • Wed, Sept. 4 at 1pm
  • Thu-Fri, Sept. 5-6 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, Sept. 7 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Sun, Sept. 8 at 2pm
  • Tue-Fri, Sept. 10-13 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, Sept. 14 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Sun, Sept. 15 at 2pm

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August 5, 2024 · 7:30 pm

Director Submissions Sought for 2025-2026 Season at Cincinnati Music Theatre

Attention all directors: CMT’s Creative Committee is now taking submissions for the 2025-2026 season!

Be a part of CMT’s 60+ year legacy and bring your vision to life at one of the city’s best venues – the Aronoff Center for the Arts.
Each season, our 100% volunteer-driven organization stages two large-scale MainStage Series* productions in the Jarson-Kaplan Theater, and three cabaret-style Studio Series* productions in the Fifth Third Theater.
Directors, please submit electronic presentations, staff, and resume to Karen Galliers Hendershot, VP Creative at creative@cmtmail.org no later than midnight, October 1st, 2024. Interviews will take place mid-October, and presentations to the CMT Board of Directors will take place mid-November.
Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions and thank you for your interest in Cincinnati Music Theatre!

*All slots are open and all submissions will be considered.

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July 21, 2024 · 7:51 pm

THE PROM Runs Aug. 2-11

THE PROM
Queen City Productions
Aug. 2-11
The Arts Center at Dunham [West Price Hill]

The Prom tells the story of four washed up Broadway performers looking for a “cause” to boost their public image. They find Emma, a high-schooler in Indiana who was denied the opportunity to take her girlfriend to their prom. Can this motley crew change the minds of the people of the town so that Emma, and anyone who is different, can have the prom they deserve? It is a feel-good musical comedy with lots of upbeat songs and high-energy dancing.

  • Fri, Aug. 2 at 8pm (Queen Cast)
  • Sat, Aug. 3 at 8pm (King Cast)
  • Sun, Aug. 4 at 1pm (Queen Cast)
  • Sun, Aug. 4 at 7:30pm (King Cast)
  • Thu, Aug. 8 at 7:30pm (Queen Cast)
  • Fri, Aug. 9 at 8pm (King Cast)
  • Sat, Aug. 10 at 8pm (Queen Cast)
  • Sun, Aug. 11 at 2pm (King Cast)

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July 18, 2024 · 5:12 pm

THE KING AND I Runs July 19-21

THE KING AND I
Miami Valley Symphony Orchestra
July 19-21
Arbogast Performing Arts Center [Troy]

Directed by Brian Sharp
Vocal direction by Kim Warrick
Conducted by James Johnston
Choreographed by James Johnston

The year is 1862 in Siam when an English widow, Anna Leonowens, and her young son arrive at the Royal Palace in Bangkok, having been summoned by the King to serve as tutor to his many children and wives. The King is largely considered to be a “barbarian” by those in the West, and he seeks Anna’s assistance in changing his image, if not his ways. With both keeping a firm grip on their respective traditions and values, Anna and the King grow to understand and respect one another in a truly unique love story. Featuring a trove of cherished songs, including “Shall We Dance”, “Something Wonderful”, “I Whistle a Happy Tune”, and “Getting to Know You”

  • Fri-Sat, July 19-20 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, July 21 at 2pm

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July 18, 2024 · 5:10 pm

LOVE’S LABOUR’S LOST Runs Aug. 16-18

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Shakespeare in South Park
Aug. 16-18
South Park Green [Dayton]

Directed by Galen Wilson

King Ferdinand, King of Navarre, decides to have a three year period of study and contemplation at his court. To avoid distraction he imposes a ban on women, who will not be allowed within a mile of the court. One of the courtiers, Berowne, has reservations about the ban on women. He reminds the King that he has an ambassadorial meeting on that very day with the Princess of France. As they prepare to meet the Princess the King sends his court fool, Costard, to Don Armado to be punished, for breaking the rules by dallying with a country girl, Jacquenetta.

The Princess, refused entry to the court, is insulted by the ban, and in protest, she and her entourage camp in tents in front of the court. They begin plotting ways of taking revenge. In the meantime, Don Armado, himself in love with Jacquenetta, lets Costard off his punishment in return for Costard delivering a love letter to her. Before he can deliver it he is approached by Berowne, who asks him to take a letter to Rosaline. Some comic action is set up when Costard gets the letters mixed up. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Free, donations gratefully accepted.

  • Fri-Sun, Aug. 16-18 at 8pm

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