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January 25, 2022 · 10:01 am

YOU CAN’T TAKE IT WITH YOU Runs Feb. 25-March 5

VP_You Can't Take it With You logoYOU CAN’T TAKE IT WITH YOU
Village Players
Feb. 25-March 5
[Fort Thomas]

Directed by Greg Hatfield
Produced by Angela Klocke Forbes & Peggy Kenney

Cast: Harold Murphy as Grandpa, Josh Flowers as Tony, Katie Jensen as Alice, Rusty Lacy as Olga, Adam Carter as Henderson, Keith Cassidy as Kolenkhov, Bill Brohaugh as Paul, Hannah McCauley as Essie, Jack Kremer as Ed, Saundra Bailey as Rheba, James Christian Jr. as Donald, Jim Waldfogle as Mr. Depinna, Steve Phelan as Mr. Kirby, Trisha Cooper as Mrs. Kirby, Dava Lynn as Gay Wellington & Angela Klocke Forbes as Penny

At first the Sycamores seem mad, but it’s not long before we realize that if they are mad, the rest of the world is madder. In contrast to these delightful people are the unhappy Kirbys. The plot shows how Tony, attractive young son of the Kirbys, falls in love with Alice and brings his parents to dine at the Sycamore home on the wrong evening. You Can’t Take It With You is a madcap, idealistic comedy that reinforces the idea that you can only live life to the fullest by doing whatever makes you happy.

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  • Fri-Sat, Feb. 25-26 at 8pm
  • Sun, Feb. 27 at 2pm
  • Thu-Sat, March 3-5 at 8pm

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January 25, 2022 · 9:47 am

THE SUNSHINE BOYS Runs Feb. 25-27

FFL_The Sunshine Boys logo2THE SUNSHINE BOYS
Fairfield Footlighters
Feb. 25-27
Fairfield Community Arts Center

Directed by Richard Zenk
Produced by Kevin Noll

Cast: Wayne Kirsch as Willie Clark, Arny Stoller as Al Lewis, Jim Watson as Ben Silverman, Kevin Noll as Patient, Mike Williams as TV director, Chad Burke as Eddie, Shelby Loebker as Miss MacKintosh & Nicole Cornelius as Registered nurse

Al Lewis and Willy Clark are a pair of feuding vaudeville comedians who performed together for 47 years before finally calling it quits. A network genius then has the brilliant idea of reuniting the duo for a TV special about the history of comedy. Once the reunion is on, the sparks and one-liners start to fly with equal speed. Enjoy this audience favorite where hilarity abounds in this comedy of showbiz and friendship.

  • Fri, Feb. 25at 8pm
  • Sat. Feb. 26 at 2pm & 8pm
  • Sun, Feb. 27 at 2pm

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January 24, 2022 · 11:56 am

trueDAD on Jan. 27

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trueTHEATRE
Jan. 27
Memorial Hall [Over-the-Rhine | Online]

True Theatre continues to produce quarterly one-night-only events featuring five people, from all walks of life, sharing true, personal stories, based on the theme of the evening.

From the best to the worst, present or absent, idealized or demonized, they’ve influenced our lives. Join our 5 storytellers at trueDAD to hear stories about Dads that are sure to make you think of someone from your own life… maybe even you.

  • Thu, Jan. 27 at 7:30pm

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January 21, 2022 · 11:31 am

ROT ‘N GRUB Runs Feb. 11-13

AHS_Rot N Grub promoROT ‘N GRUB
Anderson High School
Feb. 11-13
Titus Auditorium [Anderson]

This original play is a comedy like no other. ROT ‘N GRUB focuses on what happens after the zombie apocalypse is over—and the zombies have won. Written and directed by Anderson Theatre’s own Hannah Linser-Wilder, ROT ‘N GRUB is a buddy comedy for the modern age, exploring loyalty and friendship in ways both totally unique and pointedly familiar. The play’s dark humor, slapstick comedy, and wry view of humanity’s future make this a world premiere production that teen and adult audiences won’t want to miss.

  • Fri-Sat, Feb. 11-12 at 7pm
  • Sun, Feb. 13 at 3pm

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January 21, 2022 · 9:36 am

The Passing of Ed Spencer

BPI_logo1/25/21 – Obituary and service information.

Edward L. Spencer, beloved husband of Mildred C. Spencer (nee Carter) devoted father of Steve (Gail) Spencer, Judy (Tom) Luke, Barbara McMahon, Cindy (Jim) Beatty, Marcia Spencer, & Natalie Spencer, dear brother of Peaceful Dawn, loving grandfather of Abby (Garrie), Becca, Nick (Jen), Tori, Ian, Jake (Mandy), & Glen, great-grandfather of Cordi, Garrie, & Zara, also survived by many nieces & nephews. Died Jan. 19, 2022 at his home at the age of 93. Resident of Anderson Twp. Memorial Service at T. P. WHITE & SONS Funeral Home 2050 Beechmont Ave., Mt. Washington on Fri. Jan. 28, at 3 PM. Friends may visit on Fri. from 2-3 PM. Memorials to The Beechmont Players, 7850 Five Mile Rd., Cincinnati, 45230. http://beechmontplayers.org

Eddie was born in Columbus, OH on December 21, 1928.

Eddie attended Walnut Hills High School in Cincinnati, OH (class of 1947) and Princeton
University, where he was graduated in 1951 with a B.A. in chemistry.

Returning to Cincinnati, he worked for Emory Industries before becoming president of Cincinnati Gold and Silver Refining Company.

Active in local theater in the Greater Cincinnati area, Eddie directed, performed and worked
behind the scenes with many companies, including Cincinnati Music Theater, Mariemont Players,
Deerpark Players, Edgecliff Theater, the Showboat Majestic, and Beechmont Players. He was
instrumental in the creation of the Anderson Center Theater in 2009, for which he was awarded Citizen
of the Year by the Anderson Area Chamber of Commerce.

It is with heavy hearts Beechmont Players announces the passing of dear friend and Lifetime Member, Ed Spencer. Known as “Fast Eddie” to his friends. Ed graced Beechmont Players and the rest of the theater community with wit, charm, and endless dirty jokes as he directed and performed on many local stages.

Often, Ed was the first person to show up at load in and strike, and usually was the oldest in the crew by quite a few years. His energy and love of community theater was boundless. Ed was honored to win the Art Rouse Award, Mario Pittoco Award and countless Orchids for his work over 50+ years.

We offer our condolences to his wife and producer Millie, his daughters and son. Information on arrangements will be passed on as soon as received. Meantime, hoist a cheap beer and tell a bad joke in Ed’s honor.

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