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March 15, 2023 · 6:11 am

WHO ALL OVER THERE? Runs April 8-30

ETC_Who All Over ThereWHO ALL OVER THERE?
Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati
April 8-30
[Over-the-Rhine]

Written by Torie Wiggins

Things aren’t always black and white—especially when it comes to relationships. When Dean, a young professional, and Danya, an aspiring singer, go on a refreshingly candid first date, they keep it real about the dynamics of a potential interracial relationship. As they grow comfortable nestled in the cocoon of their budding love, the real world brings a whirlwind of inflammatory race relations, opinionated family and friends, and troublesome pasts. Can love truly be colorblind? This commissioned world premiere inspired by the classic Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner shines a light on what happens when cultures clash in the name of love. This production contains strong language and adult content, including themes of racism and racial slurs; descriptions of alcohol/drug use; and sexual references.

  • In preview, Sat April 8 at 7pm
  • In preview, Tue April 11 at 7pm
  • Wed-Thu, April 12-13 at 7:30pm
  • Fri, April 14 at 8pm
  • Sat, April 15 at 2pm & 8pm
  • Sun, April 16 at 2pm
  • Tue-Thu, April 18-20 at 7:30pm
  • Fri, April 21 at 8pm
  • Sat, April 22 at 2pm & 8pm
  • Sun, April 23 at 2pm
  • Tue-Thu, April 25-27 at 7:30pm
  • Fri, April 28 at 8pm
  • Sat, April 29 at 2pm & 8pm
  • Sun, April 30 at 2pm

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March 15, 2023 · 6:09 am

AS YOU LIKE IT Runs April 7-29

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Courtney Lucien as Rosalind. Photo by Mikki Schaffner.

AS YOU LIKE IT
Cincinnati Shakespeare Company
April 7-29
[Over-the-Rhine]

Directed by Brant Russell
Original music written and composed by Cary Davenport
Music directed by Erin McCamley

Cast: Courtney Lucien* as Rosalind, Angelique Archer as Celia, Geoffrey Warren Barnes II* as Touchstone, Billy Chace* as Charles the Wrestler/Silvius, Colleen Dougherty* as Audrey, Hannah Gregory as Narrator/Hymen, Candice Handy* as Phoebe, Jennifer Joplin* as Jacques, Sara Mackie* as Duke Frederick/Duke Senior, Barry Mulholland* as Adam/Corin, Rachel Perin as LeBeau, Patrick Earl Phillips* as Amiens,
KP Powell* as Orlando, Rupert Spraul as Oliver & Cary Davenport* as
Jacques de Bois

Banished by her dodgy uncle, Rosalind flees the city for the Forest of Arden, disguising herself as a man attempting to hide among the locals. It is not too long before she befriends a rag-tag group of exiles and bumps into her also-on-the-run crush, Orlando. The attraction is mutual, but will Rosalind reveal her true identity or kick him to the curb? As if! Don’t miss this Brit-pop musical romp through Shakespeare’s comedy, set in the 1990s featuring an original collection of songs that will make you want to burn a CD!

  • In preview Wed-Thu, April 5-6 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, April 7-8 at 7:30pm
  • Thu-Sat, April 13-15 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, April 16 at 2pm
  • Thu-Sat, April 20-22 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, April 23 at 2pm
  • Thu-Fri, April 27-28 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, April 29 at 2pm & 7:30pm

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March 13, 2023 · 6:04 am

Sinclair Theatre Presents THE HELLO GIRLS in Blair Hall

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Tracie Puckett-Knight portrays Grace Banker. Photo illustration by Patti Celek.

From New York to Paris, from ragtime to jazz:  THE HELLO GIRLS chronicles the story of America’s first women soldiers in this new musical inspired by true events.  Presented March 24-April 1, 2023 in Blair Hall Theatre, during Women’s History Month, Sinclair Theatre is proud to present the true story of the women who answered the call, with music and lyrics by Peter Mills; book by Peter Mills and Cara Reichel.

These intrepid heroines served as bilingual telephone operators on the front lines, helping turn the tide of World War I.  They then returned home to fight a decades-long battle for equality and recognition, paving the way for future generations.

The show is directed by Kimberly Borst with music direction by Charles Larkowski and choreography by Jessica Eggleston. 

Cast includes: Tracie Puckett-Knight, Aubrie-Lee Dentino, Lizzie Salata, Faeryn Bass, Trinity Le’shae Rice, Tanner Henry, Josh Fisher, Jabari Pritchett, Isaac Washington, Colin Drayer, and Ian Spraul  with guest artist, Jeff Sams as General Pershing.

Production staff includes Sinclair Theatre alumnae Sarah Caplan as stage manager and Jessy Henning as lighting designer. Set design by Scott Kimmins, sound design by Dan Brunk and costume design by Ashley Rutkowski.

Tickets on sale NOW at www.sinclair.edu/tickets Adults $18/Students & Seniors $15.

ASL Interpreted performances on March 26 & 30. Free Parking.

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March 13, 2023 · 6:01 am

SHOSTAKOVICH SYMPHONY NO. 5 On April 7-8

CSO_Shostakovice Symphony No 5SHOSTAKOVICH SYMPHONY NO. 5
Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra
April 7-8
Music Hall [Over-the-Rhine]

Artists
Louis Langrée, conductor
Stephen Hough, piano

Program
DANÍEL BJARNASON: New Work, Part I [US Premiere, CSO Co-Commission]
SERGEI RACHMANINOFF: Piano Concerto No. 1
DMITRI SHOSTAKOVICH: Symphony No. 5

If there is any symphony that operates like a “double agent,” it is Shostakovich’s Fifth. Having found himself targeted by Stalin, Shostakovich composed himself out of a dangerous situation−with immensely gripping results. Stephen Hough returns for Rachmaninoff and Louis Langrée conducts the first part of a new multi-year work by Icelandic composer Daníel Bjarnason.

We believe that great music is for everyone, regardless of your budget. This concert is eligible for Pay What You Wish Pricing, as well as other discounts. To learn more visit Music for All.

  • Fri-Sat, April 7-8 at 7:30pm

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March 13, 2023 · 5:59 am

SYMONE WITH A Y On April 4

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Cincinnati Playwrights Initiative
April 4
Aronoff Center Fifth-Third Bank Theater [Downtown]

Symone Edwards, an African American woman diagnosed with “unexplained infertility,” hopes to publish a children’s book with her friend and book illustrator who has recently become pregnant.  That the women met at an infertility clinic makes their contrary circumstances all the more challenging for Symone.  As disappointments mount and childhood wounds resurface, Symone is driven to the brink of her ability to cope.

Playwright Bio:
Roger Collins is professor emeritus at the University of Cincinnati where he received the Cohen Award for Excellence in Teaching.  His fiction has been published in literary journals and his plays produced in Cincinnati and Dayton, Ohio, Fort Thomas, Kentucky, Brooklyn, NY, and San Francisco, CA.  His debut novel, ‘Cities of Glass,’ was published June 2022 by All Things That Matter Press.

  • Tue, April 4 at 7:30pm

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