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August 23, 2022 · 9:51 am

PIPPIN Runs Sept. 22-Oct. 9

FLI_Pippin logoPIPPIN
Footlighters, Inc.
Sept. 22-Oct. 9
Stained Glass Theater [Newport]

Directed by Amanda Emmons Shumate
Music directed by Alan Masters
Choreographed by Robert Fields
Produced by Adrianna Boris, Amanda Emmons Shumate & Alan Masters

Cast: Sharisse Vernelle Santos as Leading Player, Gabe Schenker as Pippin, David L. Radtke as Charlemagne, Kristin Santeler as Fastrada, Allison Evans as Catherine, Paul Hahn as Theo, Jake Shaub as Lewis & Marvel Gentry Harmon as Berthe
Players: Christopher Ball, Jules Breslin, Kate Coyne-Chailland, Jonah Human, Zachary Julian, Garrett Klaas, Cassidy Perme, Rachel Scardina, Jamie Sivrais, Elizabeth Travnik & Jay Works

Pippin is the story of one young man’s journey to be extraordinary. Winner of four 2013 Tony Awards including Best Musical Revival, this updated circus-inspired version of Pippin continues to captivate and appeal to the young at heart throughout the world. Heir to the Frankish throne, the young prince Pippin is in search of the secret to true happiness and fulfillment. He seeks it in the glories of the battlefield, the temptations of the flesh, and the intrigues of political power (after disposing of his father, King Charlemagne the Great). In the end, though, Pippin finds that happiness lies not in extraordinary endeavors, but rather in the unextraordinary moments that happen every day. PIPPIN is rated PG-13 and contains adult themes, violence, and some sexual situations. This production uses strobe lighting effects and fog throughout the production.

  • Thu-Sat, Sept. 22-24 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, Sept. 25 at 2pm
  • Thu-Sat, Sept. 29-Oct. 1 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, Oct. 2 at 2pm
  • Thu-Sat, Oct. 6-8 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, Oct. 9 at 2pm

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August 23, 2022 · 9:35 am

THE BATTLE OF HOG HOLLER Runs Sept. 8-18

BVCT_The Battle of Hog Holler logoTHE BATTLE OF HOG HOLLER
Brookville Community Theatre
Sept. 8-18
[Brookville]

Written and directed by James Nelson

Cast: Junior Cruea as Twila Faye Buchanan, Kerry Simpson as Blanche Sinclair, Kendal Garrett as Jon Paul Jackson, Lillian Petty as Julie Simpson, Debbi Robbins as Lynelle Porter, Aaron Coy as Samson Covington, Adonis Lemke as Jimmy Thompson, Mark Van Luvender as Pervis Claiborne, Megan Renney as Ellie Clark, Bonnie Bertelson as Elizabeth Winston, Mark Madigan as Harley Wydell, Emily Monnig as Scarlet Ratliff & Krissy McKim O’Malley as Eula Mayfield

  • Thu-Sat, Sept. 8-10 at 8pm
  • Sun, Sept. 11 at 3pm
  • Thu-Sat, Sept. 15-17 at 8pm
  • Sun, Sept. 18 at 3pm

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August 19, 2022 · 11:38 am

SWEAT Runs Sept. 17-Oct. 9

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9/22 – Thursdays performance of SWEAT has been canceled due to a non-COVID medical emergency.

Ticket holders can expect a phone call from our box office as well as an email and will be able to redeem their tickets for another performance. We apologize to those planning to attend tonight and will work with you to ensure you can still see the production on another date.

SWEAT
Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati
Sept. 17-Oct. 9
[Over-the-Rhine]

Directed by Darnell Pierre Benjamin

Cast: Burgess C. Byrd as Cynthia, Ollie Corchado as Oscar, Charlie Cromer as Jason, Denise Dal Vera as Jessie, Mierka Girten as Tracey, Allen R. Middleton as Stan, “ranney” as Brucie, Derek Snow as Evan & Jay Wade as Chris

This powerful drama takes us to the forgotten heart of America, where old friends come together at their favorite bar as they struggle to survive a fraying economy. For decades, they’ve shared secrets and laughs on the factory floor, but now layoffs pit them against one another as inequities of race and class fan the flames. Based on the playwright’s extensive research and interviews with real residents of Reading, Pennsylvania, Sweat is a topical reflection of the present and poignant outcome of America’s economic decline. MacArthur genius and two-time Pulitzer Prize–winner Lynn Nottage infuses this searing script with her trademark mix of compassion, humor, and suspense. It’s explosive drama, made in America. Content warning: This production contains strong language and adult content, including themes of racism and racial slurs; descriptions of violence and alcohol/drug use; and sexual references.

  • In preview Sat, Sept. 17 at 7pm
  • In preview Tue, Sept. 20 at 7pm
  • Wed-Thu, Sept. 21-22 at 7:30pm
  • Fri, Sept. 23 at 8pm
  • Sat, Sept. 24 at 2pm &  8pm
  • Sun, Sept. 25 at 2pm
  • Tue-Thu, Sept. 27-29 at 7:30pm
  • Fri, Sept. 30 at 8pm
  • Sat, Oct. 1 at 2pm &  8pm
  • Sun, Oct. 2 at 2pm
  • Tue-Thu, Oct. 4-6 at 7:30pm
  • Fri, Oct. 7 at 8pm
  • Sat, Oct. 8 at 2pm &  8pm
  • Sun, Oct. 9 at 2pm

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August 19, 2022 · 11:28 am

Monty Python’s SPAMALOT Runs Sept. 16-Oct. 2

DPH_Spamalot logoMonty Python’s SPAMALOT
Dayton Playhouse
Sept. 16-Oct. 2
[Dayton]

Directed by Jenni Cypher

Cast: Jackie Randall as Lady of the Lake, CJ Suchyta as King Arthur, Kurt Cypher as Patsy, Kevin Willardson as Sir Robin, John David Hamilton as Sir Galahad, John Detty as Sir Lancelot, Eli Chamberlin as Sir Bedevere, Jake Spicer as Herbert/Not Dead Fred & Jamie McQuinn as Historian
Ensemble: Katie Adams, Jennifer Austin, Shanna Camacho, Emma Francis, Steve Hopp, Tom Horwath, Allyson Jacob, Jessica Kaiser, Isadore Karrick, Amber Pfeifer, Sarah Roddey & Rachael Tingley

As gleefully silly yet wickedly smart as the beloved film “Monty Python and the Holy Grail” – SPAMALOT is an irreverent parody of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table. It’s a joyous romp of a musical, filled with wild characters and wilder shenanigans. From killer rabbits to farting Frenchmen, the Lady of the Lake, Tim the Enchanter, Not Dead Fred, and the Knights who say Ni, Spamalot will make you want to take your coconuts in hand and join this wacky quest!

  • Fri-Sat, Sept. 16-17 at 8pm
  • Sun, Sept. 18 at 2pm
  • Fri-Sat, Sept. 23-24 at 8pm
  • Sun, Sept. 25 at 2pm
  • Fri-Sat, Sept. 30-Oct. 1
  • Sun, Oct. 2 at 2pm

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August 19, 2022 · 11:13 am

THE YELLOW BOAT Runs Sept. 16-25

MCP_The Yellow Boat logoTHE YELLOW BOAT
Mason Community Players
Sept. 16-25
Mason Community Playhouse

Directed by Kevin Dunaway

Cast: Taylor Duecker as Benjamin, Charlie Rader as Father, Pia Rader as Mother, Sofie Tedesco as Joy, Spencer Flaherty as Eddy, Jaycen Smith as #1, Megan Jungkunz as #2, DeCharmus Grover as #3 & Richa Gupta as #4

The story of THE YELLOW BOAT is a glorious affirmation of young Benjamin’s short life and the strength and courage of all children who face serious illness. As a uniquely-gifted visual artist, Benjamin’s buoyant imagination transformed his physical and emotional pain into a blaze of colors and shapes through his fanciful drawings and paintings.

  • Fri-Sat, Sept. 16-17 at 8pm
  • Sun, Sept. 18 at 2pm
  • Fri-Sat, Sept. 23-24 at 8pm
  • Sun, Sept. 25 at 2pm

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