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October 3, 2023 · 6:03 am

CLYDE’S Runs Oct. 14-Nov. 5

PIP_ClydesCLYDE’S
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park
Oct. 14-Nov. 5
Rouse Theater [Eden Park]

Directed by Timothy Douglas

Every sandwich has a story at Clyde’s, a truck-stop operated by a group of people recently released from prison. Under the no-nonsense authority of Clyde — an ex-con herself whose searing remarks can really leave a burn — the small kitchen crew finds redemption and purpose through the art of sandwich-making. These vividly drawn characters share their stories and learn to express themselves creatively as they attempt to reclaim their lives in a world that’s set up for them to fail. Can an artistic twist on a grilled cheese elicit feelings of hope? Can assembling the perfect sandwich awaken a spiritual experience? In this witty and inspiring dramedy from two-time Pulitzer Prize-winner Lynn Nottage, they absolutely can. Clyde’s is suitable for older teenage and adult audiences only. A crew of people recently released from prison find purpose in sandwich making while using very strong adult language and discussing mature topics, including sex, substance abuse and illegal activities.

  • In preview Sat, Oct. 14 at 7:30pm
  • In preview Tue-Wed, Oct. 17-18 at 7:30pm
  • Thu-Fri, Oct. 19-20 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, Oct. 21 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Sun, Oct. 22 at 2pm
  • Tue-Fri, Oct. 24-27 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, Oct. 28 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Sun, Oct. 29 at 2pm
  • Tue, Oct. 31 at 7:30pm
  • Wed, Nov. 1 at 1pm & 7:30pm
  • Thu-Fri, Nov 2-3 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, Nov. 4 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Sun, Nov. 5 at 2pm

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October 3, 2023 · 5:48 am

FINDING NEMO JR. Runs Oct. 6-8

ACTUP_Finding Nemo JrFINDING NEMO JR.
Acting Up
Oct. 6-8
Mason Hill School Theater

Directed by Brent Peebles
Music direction by Jeanne Bilyeu
Choreographed by Erin Speno-Stout
Produced by Andrianna Hartmann & Laura Peebles

Official cast list (scroll down)

Marlin, an anxious and over-protective clownfish, lives in the Great Barrier Reef with his kid Nemo, who longs to explore the world beyond their anemone home. But when Nemo is captured and taken to Sydney, Marlin faces his fears and sets off on an epic adventure across the ocean. With the help of lovable characters such as optimistic Dory, laid-back sea turtle Crush, and the supportive Tank Gang, Marlin and Nemo both overcome challenges on their journey to find each other and themselves.
Featuring memorable songs such as “Just Keep Swimming,” “Fish Are Friends Not Food,” and “Go With the Flow,” Finding Nemo JR. brings a vibrant underwater world to life on stage in a story full of family, friendship, and adventure.

  • Fri, Oct. 6 at 7pm
  • Sat, Oct. 7 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Sun, Oct. 8 at 2pm

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October 2, 2023 · 7:03 pm

THE WOOLGATHERER Runs Oct. 14-22

OXACT_The WoolgathererTHE WOOLGATHERER
Oxford Area Community Theatre
Oct. 14-22
Oxford Community Arts Center

A dime store clerk and a long-haul trucker spend one tumultuous evening battling deeply held fears and vulnerabilities in the search for a human connection. Rapidly swinging from nervous humor to tenderness to explosive revelation, Mastrosimone exposes the pain of loneliness and the possible promise of love.

  • Sat, Oct. 14 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, Oct. 15 at 2pm
  • Fri-Sat, Oct. 21 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, Oct. 22 at 2pm

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September 28, 2023 · 6:13 am

THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL: Youth Edition Runs Oct. 14-23

TCTC_SpongebobTHE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL: Youth Edition
The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati
Oct. 14-23
Taft Theatre [Downtown]

Cast: Braxton Bell as Electric Skate/Ensemble, Rhys Boatwright as Live Foley Artist, Kristen Das as Pearl Krabs, Ian Timothy Forsgren as Electric Skate/Ensemble, Josh Galloway as SpongeBob SquarePants, Alec Harison as Perch Perkins, Tommi Lea Harsch as Sandy Cheeks, Bob Herzog as Sheldon J. Plankton, Henry Howland as Squidward Tentacles, Brandi La’Sherrill as Mayor of Bikini Bottom, Aaron Marshall as Patrick Star, Bobby Montaniz as Mr. Krabs & Makenzie Ruff as Karen
Ensemble: Jude Abella, Christian Arias, Emmarie Brewer, Brinley Culver, Anna Leigh Gortner, Emily Hilbrecht, Ellie Maddock, Kip Richardson (Swing), Elexis Selmon, Kate Stark, Collin Brogan Stinnett, Keya Vadivelu & Jordan Wad

Plunge into this stunning all-singing, all-dancing, dynamic stage show! When the citizens of Bikini Bottom discover that a volcano will soon erupt and destroy their humble home, SpongeBob and his friends must come together to save the fate of their undersea world. With lives hanging in the balance and all hope lost, a most unexpected hero rises up. The power of optimism really can save the world!

  • Sat, Oct. 14 at 2pm & 5pm
  • Sun, Oct. 15 at 2pm
  • Wed, Oct. 18 at 1pm (Sensory-Friendly performance)
  • Fri, Oct. 20 at 7pm
  • Sat, Oct. 21 at 11am & 2pm
  • Sun, Oct. 22 at 2pm

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September 28, 2023 · 6:01 am

WRECKING BALL Runs Oct. 13-28

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Darnell Pierre Benjamin in the world premiere of “Wrecking Ball” by Zina Camblin. Photo by Mikki Schaffner.

WRECKING BALL
Cincinnati Shakespeare Company
Oct. 13-28
[Over-the-Rhine]

Directed by Leigh Fondakowski

Cast: Victoria Cartagena as Abby, Darnell Pierre Benjamin as Tyson, Burgess Byrd as Anita, Jeremy Dubin as Danny, Dale Hodges as Meg, Sara Mackie as Chloe & Patrick Earl Phillips as Seth

A Hollywood writers’ room becomes tense when drama spills beyond scripts and screens into the real world. A team of screenwriters get together to adapt a beloved, yet controversial, classic play for a new television series, but production halts when a shocking truth is revealed. The “Wrecking Ball” demolishes the pristine façade of Hollywood, and this cast of characters must find a way to rebuild in this caustic contemporary comedy that will have you talking the whole ride home.

  • In preview Wed-Thu, Oct. 11-12 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, Oct. 13-14 at 7:30pm
  • Thu-Fri, Oct. 19-20 at 7:30m
  • Sat, Oct. 21 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Sun, Oct. 22 at 2pm
  • Wed-Fri, Oct. 25-27 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, Oct. 28 at 2pm & 7:30pm

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