Category Archives: On Stage

NUNSENSE A-MEN Runs July 21-24

MCP_Nunsense A-men logoNUNSENSE A-MEN
Mason Community Players
July 21-24
Mason Community Playhouse

Directed by Lara Gonzalez
Music directed by Pete Padolik
Choreographed by Abby Farmer

Cast: Jay Fultz as Sr. Mary Regina, Stephen Catlin as Sr. Mary Hubert, Brian Bisig as Sr Mary Robert Anne, Brandon Dunphy as Sr. Mary Amnesia & Matt Lovell as Sr. Mary Leo

It all begins when the Little Sisters of Hoboken discover that their cook, Sister Julia, Child of God, has accidentally poisoned 52 of the sisters, and they are in dire need of funds for the burials. The sisters decide that the best way to raise the money is to put on a variety show, so they take over the school auditorium, which is currently set up for the eighth grade school play. Here we meet Reverend Mother Regina, a former circus performer; Sister Mary Hubert, the Mistress of Novices; a streetwise nun from Brooklyn named Sister Robert Anne; Sister Mary Leo, a novice who is a wannabe ballerina; and the delightfully wacky Sister Mary Amnesia, the nun who lost her memory when a crucifix fell on her head. Featuring star turns, tap and ballet dancing, an audience quiz, and comic surprises, this show has become an international phenomenon. With more than 5000 productions worldwide, it has been translated into 21 languages.

  • Thu-Sat, July 21-23 at 8pm
  • Sun, July 24 at 3pm

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Disney’s FREAKY FRIDAY Runs July 21-24

INNOVA_Freaky Friday logoDisney’s FREAKY FRIDAY
INNOVAtheatre
July 21-24
Sorg Opera House [Middletown]

Directed by Denise A Schnieders
Music direction by Jovonné Lewis

The new musical, Freaky Friday, is based on the beloved 1972 novel by Mary Rodgers and the hit Disney films. It is developed by Disney Theatrical Productions expressly for licensing to theatres, and features a book by Bridget Carpenter – the co-executive producer and writer on the beloved TV hits, “Friday Night Lights” and “Parenthood.” Music and lyrics by Tom Kitt and Brian Yorkey – the Pulitzer Prize-winning composers of “Next to Normal” and “If/Then.”

When an overworked mother and her teenage daughter magically swap bodies, they have just one day to put things right again. Freaky Friday, a new musical based on the celebrated novel by Mary Rodgers and the hit Disney films, is a heartfelt, comedic, and unexpectedly emotional update on an American classic. By spending a day in each other’s shoes, Katherine and Ellie come to appreciate one another’s struggles, learn self-acceptance, and realize the immeasurable love and mutual respect that bond a mother and daughter.

  • Thu-Fri, July 21-22 at 8pm
  • Sat, July 23 at 3pm & 8pm
  • Sun, July 24 at 3pm

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9 TO 5 The Musical Runs July 21-24

RP_9 to 5 logo9 TO 5 The Musical
Rivertown Players
July 21-24
Lawrenceburg High School

Cast: Sara Bijayananda as Violet Newstead, Tatum Jackson as Doralee Rhodes, Mary Mills as Judy Bernly, Doug Bruening as Franklin Hart Jr, Lauren Neeley as Roz Keith, Michael Neeley as Joe, Sean Britton as Dwayne, Antonio Mumfrey as Josh, Mandy Bilyeu as Missy, RyAnn Britton as Maria, Ryan Britton as Dick, Sarah Hrezo as Kathy, Kimmie Anne Thierauf as Margaret, Adam Fischer as Bob Enright, Intern, John Dorney as Tinsworthy, Brian Fischer as Detective, Adam Holhubner as Doctor, Tara Fischer as Orderly, Kayci Schmidt as Candy Striper, Erin Mckinney as New Employee, Kim Tackett as Security Guard & Christine Yount as ensemble

Three unlikely friends take control of their office and learn there is nothing they can’t do, even in a man’s world. 9 to 5 The Musical, with music and lyrics by Dolly Parton and book by Patricia Resnick, is based on the seminal 1980 hit movie. Set in the late 1970s.Tthis hilarious story of friendship and revenge in the Rolodex era is outrageous, thought-provoking and even a little romantic. Pushed to the boiling point, three female coworkers concoct a plan to get even with the sexist, egotistical, lying, hypocritical bigot they call their boss. In a hilarious turn of events, Violet, Judy and Doralee live out their wildest fantasy – giving their boss the boot! While Hart remains “otherwise engaged,” the women give their workplace a dream makeover, taking control of the company that had always kept them down. Hey, a girl can scheme, can’t she?

  • Thu-Sat, July 21-23 at 7pm
  • Sun, July 24 at 2pm

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CHICAGO Runs July 15-24

CAST_Chicago liogoCHICAGO
Commonwealth Artists Student Theatre
July 15-24
Highland High School [Fort Thomas]

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In roaring twenties Chicago, chorine Roxie Hart murders a faithless lover and convinces her hapless husband, Amos, to take the rap…until he finds out he’s been duped and turns on Roxie. Convicted and sent to death row, Roxie and another “Merry Murderess,” Velma Kelly, vie for the spotlight and the headlines, ultimately joining forces in search of the “American Dream”: fame, fortune, and acquittal. This sharp-edged satire features a dazzling score that sparked immortal staging by Bob Fosse.

  • Fri-Sat, July 15-16 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, July 17 at 2pm
  • Fri-Sat, July 22-23 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, July 24 at 2pm

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SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE Runs July 1-10

CAST_Shakesperae in Love logoSHAKESPEARE IN LOVE
Commonwealth Artists Student Theatre
July 1-10
Stained Glass Theatre [Newport]

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Young Will Shakespeare has writer’s block. The deadline for his new play is fast approaching, but he’s in desperate need of inspiration. That is, until he finds his muse… the feisty, brilliant and beautiful Viola. This crafty young woman is Will’s greatest admirer and will stop at nothing (including breaking the law) to appear in his next play. Against a bustling background of mistaken identity, ruthless scheming and backstage theatrics, Will’s love for Viola quickly blossoms, inspiring him to write his greatest romantic masterpiece.

  • Fri-Sat, July 1-2 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, July 3 at 2pm
  • Fri-Sat, July 8-9 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, July 10 at 2pm

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