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THE PROM Runs Nov. 3-11

CMT_The PromTHE PROM
Cincinnati Music Theatre
Nov. 3-11
Aronoff Center Jarson-Kaplan Theatre [Downtown]

Cast: Ash Nordman as Emma Nolan, Deb Schubert as Dee Dee Allen, Mike Fielder as Barry Glickman, Jules Breslin as Angie Dickinson, Brett Parr as Trent Oliver, Justin Carroll as Sheldon Saperstein, Jennah Blair as Alyssa Greene, Amanda Marasch as Mrs. Greene, Roger Dumas, Jr as Mr. Hawkins, Nicole Line as Kaylee, Mary Mills as Shelby, Austin Hoard as Nick, Ian Meeker as Kevin & Marcie Brooks as Hotel Clerk
Ensemble: Ryan Miller, Mia Zink, Kyle Fisher, Isaac Smitherman, Gaby Homonoff, Garrett Klaas, Faith Goetz-Isaacs, Elijah Medsker, Kenna Scott, Rob Workley, Brian Anderson, Marypat Carletti, Alex Shaw, Chelsea Harris, Jessie Zink, Kayle Haas, Amy Grace Curtis, Caitlin Thiel, Michael Richart, Daniel Uetrecht, Jeff Centrello, Nor-Rita Winters, Raffaella Funnell & John Sloan

After a scathing review from the New York Times closes their latest show on opening night, a couple of brassy Broadway performers embark on a mission to change the world and in the process, rehabilitate their image. Their chosen cause celebre is a small town teenager from Indiana whose prom was cancelled by the P.T.A. because she wanted to bring her girlfriend. THE PROM is a funny, smart, big hearted new musical about big Broadway stars, a small town and a love that unites them all.

  • Fri-Sat, Nov. 2-4 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, Nov. 5 at 2pm
  • Wed-Sat, Nov. 8-11 at 7:30pm

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9 TO 5 The Musical Runs Nov. 3-11

NKU_9 to 59 TO 5 The Musical
NKU School of the Arts
Nov. 3-11
The Carnegie [Covington]

Directed by Corrie Danieley
Music direction by Damon Stevens
Choreographed by Jeri Gatch

Cast: Ellie Bennett, Anna Berry, Jathan Briscoe, Hunter Broyles, Tasha Conzelman, Ella Cooper, Sylas Craven, Braedan Criss, Marlo D’Ascenzo, Audrey Dant, Zachary Farmer, Rachel Gardner, Annie Jennings, Jenna Khan, James Lindeman, Yolee Louis, Anthony Nocero-Schaeffer, James Pinkley, Matthew Rebhun, and Mollie Tagher

Set in the late 1970s, “9 to 5 The Musical” centers around three female coworkers who are fed up with their sexist, egotistical, lying, hypocritical bigot of a boss. Fueled by their frustration, they hatch a plan to get even, leading to a series of outrageous events that result in a workplace transformation and the women taking control of the company that had always held them back. Audiences can expect a night of laughter, empowerment, and incredible music.

  • Fri, Nov. 3 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, Nov. 4 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Sun, Nov. 5 at 3pm
  • Wed (ASL/Sensory Friendly Performance)-Fri, Nov. 8-10 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, Nov. 11 at 2pm & 7:30pm

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THE BOOK OF WILL Runs Nov. 2-19

MPI_Book of WillTHE BOOK OF WILL
Mariemont Players Inc.
Nov. 2-19
Walton Creek Playhouse

Directed by jef brown
Produced by Amy Stier and Fred Murrell

Cast: Ryan Bowron, Keith Cassidy, John Conrard, Alicia Friedman, Anna Hazard, Ema Horvath, Michael Ireland, Wayne Kirsch, Darren Lee, Burt McCollom, BJ Simpson, Susan E. Smith, Mary Stone, Colette Noel Thomas, Collin Wenzell, Jasmine Wild & Bryce Willson

Without William Shakespeare, we wouldn’t have literary masterpieces like Romeo and Juliet. But without Henry Condell and John Heminges, we would have lost half of Shakespeare’s plays forever! After the death of their friend and mentor, the two actors are determined to compile the First Folio and preserve the words that shaped their lives. Amidst the noise and color of Elizabethan London, The Book of Will finds an unforgettable true story of love, loss, and laughter, and sheds new light on a man you may think you know.

  • Thu-Sat, Nov. 2-4 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, Nov. 5 at 2pm
  • Thu-Fri, Nov. 9-10 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, Nov. 11 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Sun, Nov. 12 at 2pm
  • Thu-Sat. Nov. 16-18 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, Nov. 19 at 2pm

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For the First Time in 25 years, Cincinnati Ballet Performs George Balanchine’s JEWELS

CB_JewelsFOUR Performances only! November 3–5 at Music Hall

Cincinnati, OH (October 9, 2023) – Cincinnati Ballet presents choreographer George Balanchine’s Jewels at Music Hall, November 3 – 5, 2023. Jewels features three glittering gems – Rubies, Emeralds, and Diamonds – come to life as dancers on stage. The romantic Emeralds is followed by the jazzy Rubies, culminating in the glorious Diamonds. This is the first time in more than 25 years Cincinnati Ballet has performed all three acts together and is a special production to celebrate the Company’s 60th Diamond Anniversary Season. Jewels has been called the first, full-length abstract ballet, and since its premiere in 1967, has remained one of Balanchine’s most loved works. Balanchine was inspired by the artistry of jewelry designer Claude Arpels of famed jewelry store, Van Cleef & Arpels. The ballet is presented in three acts, each distinctive in mood with music performed by the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra. Emeralds, the first section, evokes the 19th century dances of the French Romantics and features the music of Fauré. Rubies is contemporary, witty, and fiery presenting great contrast to the first act and is a tribute to the collaboration of Balanchine and Stravinsky. Diamonds recalls the grandeur of Imperial Russia where Balanchine grew up and trained. The act is the most majestic of the three and is purely classical, utilizing music from Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 3. Tickets start at just $29 and can be purchased at cballet.org or by calling Cincinnati Ballet’s Box Office at 513-621-5282.

WHO: Cincinnati Ballet

WHAT: George Balanchine’s Jewels

WHEN:

  • Friday, November 3 at 7:30 pm
  • Saturday, November 4 at 2 pm
  • Saturday, November 4 at 7:30 pm
  • Sunday, November 5 at 1 pm

WHERE: Cincinnati Music Hall – 1241 Elm Street, Cincinnati 45202

TICKETS: Call 513.621.5282 or visit cballet.org

Cincinnati Ballet 2023-2024 Season Sponsors:

PNC, Margaret and Michael Valentine, ArtsWave, H.B., E.W. & F.R. Luther Foundation, Louise Dieterle Nippert Musical Arts Fund, Ohio Arts Council, The Austin E. Knowlton Foundation

About Cincinnati Ballet

Since 1963, Cincinnati Ballet has been the cornerstone professional ballet company of the region, presenting a bold and adventurous array of classical, full-length ballets and contemporary works, regularly with live orchestral accompaniment. Cincinnati Ballet is a creative force within the larger dance community, commissioning world-premiere works and exploring unique collaborations. With a mission to enrich, expand, and excel in the art of dance through performance, a high-caliber academy, and impactful education and community engagement in local to global communities, Cincinnati Ballet reaches beyond the stage in programs that allow every person in the region to be part of the continued evolution of dance. To that end, Cincinnati Ballet presents exhilarating performances, provides extensive education and community engagement programs, and offers top-level professional ballet training at Cincinnati Ballet Otto M. Budig Academy.

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MONSTERMANIA Runs Oct. 27-29

FT_Monster ManiaMONSTERMANIA
Falcon Theatre
Oct. 27-29
[Newport]

Directed by Gina Kleesattel
Music directed by Sherry McCamley

Monstermania, our Halloween show for kids, is back for a second year! A children’s theatre musical comedy with a cast of characters including three witches who hate to clean, two vampires who like to bake, Little Red Riding Hood all grown up, her Granny (a high-powered real estate broker),a teenage werewolf pizza delivery guy, and a Frankenstein-like monster who wants to be a famous rap star. Lively songs and action sure to please kids and adults alike! Bring the family and feel free to wear your costume!

  • Fri, Oct. 27 at 7pm
  • Sat, Oct. 28 at 4pm & 7pm
  • Sun, Oct. 29 at 2pm & 4pm

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