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November 7, 2022 · 5:47 am

JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Runs Dec. 6-18

BIC_Jesus Christ Superstar4433JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
Broadway in Cincinnati
Dec. 6-18
Aronoff Center [Downtown]

Celebrating its 50th Anniversary, a new mesmerizing production of the iconic musical phenomenon returns to the stage. Originally staged by London’s Regent’s Park Open AirTheatre and helmed by the acclaimed director Timothy Sheader (Crazy for You, Into the Woods) and cutting-edge choreographer Drew McOnie (King Kong, Strictly Ballroom), this production won the 2017 Olivier Award for Best Musical Revival garnering unprecedented reviews and accolades. Appealing to both theater audiences and concert music fans, this production pays tribute to the historic 1971 Billboard Album of the Year while creating a modern, theatrical world that is uniquely fresh and inspiring.

  • Tue-Thu, Dec. 6-8 at 7:30pm
  • Fri, Dec. 9 at 8pm
  • Sat, Dec. 10 at 2pm & 8pm
  • Sun, Dec. 11 at 1pm & 6:30pm
  • Tue-Thu, Dec. 13-15 at 7:30pm
  • Fri, Dec. 16 at 8pm
  • Sat, Dec. 17 at 2pm & 8pm
  • Sun, Dec. 18 at 1pm & 6:30pm

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November 4, 2022 · 5:51 am

SANDERS FAMILY CHRISTMAS Runs Dec. 2-18

TDW_Sanders Family Christmas logoSANDERS FAMILY CHRISTMAS
The Drama Workshop
Dec. 2-18
Glenmore Playhouse [Cheviot]

Directed by Judy Berrens

Celebrate and rejoice with the Sanders family in this heartwarming sequel to the bluegrass gospel musical SMOKE ON THE MOUNTAIN! It’s December 24, 1941, and America is going to war. So is Dennis Sanders of the Sanders Family Singers. Join Pastor Mervin Oglethorpe and the spirit filled Sanders Family as they send Dennis off with hilarious and touching stories and twenty-five Southern Gospel Christmas favorites.

  • Fri-Sat, Dec. 2-3 at 8pm
  • Sun, Dec. 4 at 2pm
  • Fri-Sat, Dec. 9-10 at 8pm
  • Sun, Dec. 11 at 2pm
  • Thu, Dec. 15 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, Dec. 16-17 at 8pm
  • Sun, Dec. 18 at 2pm

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November 4, 2022 · 5:50 am

BLACK NATIVITY Runs Dec. 3-10

CBTC_Black Nativity 2022BLACK NATIVITY: God is In Control
Cincinnati Black Theatre Company
Dec. 3-10
Word of Deliverance [Forest Park]

This illustrious story of joyfulness personal struggle and the powerful discovery of faith, this spirited performance is filled with a taste of African American flavor, impactful sounds of music, praise and worship song. Dance with a burst of energetic astonishing costuming and prophetic story telling the Cincinnati Black Theatre Company is overjoyed to feature this new and exhilarating celebration of the birth of Jesus, adapted for today’s audience come see the Cincinnati Black Theatre Company bring the true meaning of Christmas to the light.

  • Sat, Dec. 3 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Fri, Dec. 9 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, Dec. 10 at 2pm & 7:30pm

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November 3, 2022 · 5:56 am

JUNIOR CLAUS Runs Dec. 2-18

THT_Junior Claus logoJUNIOR CLAUS
Town Hall Theatre
Dec. 2-18
[Centerville]

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Junior Claus is the only son of Santa and Mrs. Claus. Like many teenagers, Junior is reluctant to take over the family business. Unsure of himself, Junior puts more faith in his technological inventions than in good old-fashioned Christmas magic, much to the chagrin of his father. But, when a sudden drop in Christmas spirit renders Santa incapable of making the great ride, Junior must take the reins.

  • Fri, Dec. 2 at 7pm
  • Sat-Sun, Dec. 3-4 at 3pm
  • Fri, Dec. 9 at 7pm
  • Sat, Dec. 10 at 11am & 3pm
  • Sun, Dec. 11 at 3pm
  • Fri, Dec. 16 at 7pm
  • Sat-Sun, Dec. 17-18 at 3pm

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November 3, 2022 · 5:55 am

TUNA CHRISTMAS Runs Dec. 2-11

XACT_A Tuna Christmas logoTUNA CHRISTMAS
Xenia Area Community Theatre
Dec. 2-11
[Xenia]

Directed by Russ Dern

“A Tuna Christmas” is the second in a series of comedic plays set in the fictional town of Tuna, the third-smallest town in Texas. Residents of Tuna are extremely busy preparing for Christmas. Many events are taking place around town, including the Christmas Yard Display Contest, the Tuna Little Theatre production of “A Christmas Carol”, and the radio station OKKK Christmas party and potluck. And with all that, the Christmas Phantom is expected to play a prank involving the yard displays, and the city secretary may cut off electricity to the theater.

  • Fri-Sat, Dec. 2-3 at 7pm
  • Sun, Dec. 4 at 3pm
  • Fri-Sat, Dec. 9-10 at 7pm
  • Sun, Dec. 11 at 3pm

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