THE ADDAMS FAMILY
Dayton Playhouse
Sept. 5-21
[Dayton]
Directed by Dawn Roth Smith
When Wednesday Addams falls in love with a perfectly normal boy, Gomez, Morticia, and the whole Addams clan must navigate a night of secrets, confessions, and—of course—an unfathomable amount of kooky chaos.
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NEXT TO NORMAL
Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati
Sept. 13-Oct. 11
[Over-the-Rhine]
Cast: Charlie Clark as Dan. Julianne Ferguson as Natalie, Jessica Hendy as Diana, Rory Sheridan as Dr. Madden/Dr. Fine, Carter Minor as Henry & James Zoller as Gabe
One of ETC’s most popular productions returns! Diana Goodman is a suburban mom struggling with bipolar disorder. Her daughter, Natalie, is a stressed-out overachiever ready to snap. And Dan, her exhausted architect husband, is determined to keep everything “normal.” As Diana’s symptoms worsen and effective treatment remains elusive, the Goodmans must finally connect and learn how to see each other for who they truly are. A cathartic and empathetic triumph of contemporary musical theatre, Next to Normal features soaring rock music, unforgettable characters, and a gripping, emotionally resonant story that echoes long after the final note. NEXT TO NORMAL is a powerful portrayal of mental health, loss, and family dynamics. The show contains strong language and explores mature themes, including mental illness, grief, self-harm, and drug use, which may be triggering for some audience members. Please be advised that this production includes flashing lights and strobe effects.
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DRUNK: AS YOU LIKE IT
Xenia Area Community Theatre
Sept. 13-20
[Xenia]
Directed by Nikki Lange & TC Kimmet
Actors present a live reading of Shakespeare’s AS YOU LIKE IT. The audience can donate to cause an actor to drink. All participants must be 21 or older.
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DOG SEES GOD: Confessions of a Teenage Blockhead
Springboro Community Theatre
Sept. 12-21
Springboro Performing Arts Center
“Dog Sees God: Confessions of a Teenage Blockhead” is a bold, modern reimagining of the beloved *Peanuts* characters, exploring themes of identity, friendship, and the challenges of adolescence. Set in a high school, the play follows Charlie Brown and his childhood friends as they navigate the struggles of growing up, dealing with issues like mental health, sexuality, and personal loss. With humor, heart, and a touch of darkness, this edgy dramedy offers a fresh take on the characters we thought we knew, while raising poignant questions about the human condition. PLEASE NOTE: “Dog Sees God: Confessions of a Teenage Blockhead” contains strong adult themes of drug use, suicide, eating disorders, teen violence, etc. and is not suitable for young actors or audience members.
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SUPERHERO
CenterStage Players
Sept. 12-20
Arts Center at Dunham [West Price Hill]
Directed by Trey Reeves
Produced by Mark Culp
Superhero tells the story of a mother and son grappling with a devastating loss and the mysterious stranger who helps them on their journey.
Before we can save the world, we have to save each other. From the Tony and Pulitzer Prize-winning composer of Next to Normal and the Tony Award-winning writer of Red comes a deeply human new musical about a fractured family, the mysterious stranger in apartment 4-B, and the unexpected hero who just might save the day.
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