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October 18, 2017 · 10:18 am

OH, COWARD! Runs Oct. 20-22

OXACT_OH Coward logoOH, COWARD! A Musical Comedy Revue
Oxford Area Community Theatre
Oct. 20-22
Oxford Community Arts Center

Directed by Rebecca Howard

Weaving together songs and literary delights, Oh,Coward! celebrates one of the theater’s greatest entertainers, Noël Coward. His effervescent music and charming quips combine for an unforgettable evening of the most memorable tunes of the twentieth century. In countless songs, musicals and plays (including the beloved Private Lives and Blithe Spirit), the multi-talented Coward made an indelible mark on the international theatrical landscape with his unique talent to amuse.

  • Fri-Sat, Oct. 20-21 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, Oct. 22 at 2pm

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October 17, 2017 · 2:54 pm

AN AMERICAN IN PARIS Runs Nov. 7-12

VTA_An American in Paris promoAN AMERICAN IN PARIS
Victoria Theatre Association
Nov. 7-12
Schuster Center [Dayton]

AN AMERICAN IN PARIS is the new Tony Award-winning musical about an American soldier, a mysterious French girl, and an indomitable European city, each yearning for a new beginning in the aftermath of war. Acclaimed director/choreographer and 2015 Tony Award winner Christopher Wheeldon brings the magic and romance of Paris into perfect harmony with unforgettable songs from George and Ira Gershwin in the show that earned more awards than any other musical in the 2015 season!

  • Tue-Fri, Nov. 7-10 at 8pm
  • Sat, Nov. 11 at 2pm & 8pm
  • Sun, Nov. 12 at 2pm & 7:30pm

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October 17, 2017 · 1:13 pm

AN EVENING WITH GROUCHO Runs Nov. 4-Dec. 17

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Photo of Frank Ferrante as Groucho Marx courtesy of Frank Ferrante Productions.

AN EVENING WITH GROUCHO
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park
Nov. 4-Dec. 17
Shelterhouse Theater [Eden Park]

Directed by Dreya Weber

Cast: Frank Ferrante as Grouch & Gerald Sternbach as Accompanist

Award-winning actor/director/playwright Frank Ferrante recreates his PBS, New York and London acclaimed portrayal of legendary comedian Groucho Marx. Called “masterful” by the Chicago Tribune and “a tour-de-force” by Variety, this fast-paced 90 minutes of hilarity contains all of the best Groucho one-liners, anecdotes and songs. Ferrante portrays the young Groucho of stage and film and reacquaints us with the likes of brothers Harpo, Chico, Zeppo and Gummo, Charlie Chaplin, W.C. Fields, Greta Garbo, MGM’s Louis B. Mayer and Marx foil Margaret Dumont. Appropriate for ages 12 and up with very mild adult content.

  • In preview Sat, Nov. 4 at 8pm & Sun, Nov. 5 at 7pm
  • Thu, Nov. 9 at 7:30pm
  • Fri, Nov. 10 at 8pm
  • Sat, Nov. 11 at 4pm & 8pm
  • Sun, Nov. 12 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Wed-Thu, Nov. 15-16 at 7:30pm
  • Fri, Nov. 17 at 8pm
  • Sat, Nov. 18 at 4pm & 8pm
  • Sun, Nov. 19 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Tue-Wed, Nov. 21-22 at 7:30pm
  • Fri, Nov. 24 at 8pm
  • Sat, Nov. 25 at 4pm & 8pm
  • Sun, Nov. 26 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Tue, Nov. 28 at 7:30pm
  • Wed, Nov. 29 at 1pm & 7:30pm
  • Thu, Nov. 30 at 7:30pm
  • Fri, Dec. 1 at 8pm
  • Sat, Dec. 2 at 4pm & 8pm
  • Sun, Dec. 3 at 2pm
  • Tue, Dec. 5 at 7:30pm
  • Thu, Dec. 7 at 7:30pm
  • Fri, Dec. 8 at 8pm
  • Sat, Dec. 9 at 4pm & 8pm
  • Sun, Dec. 10 at 2pm
  • Tue-Thu, Dec. 12-14 at 7:30pm
  • Fri, Dec. 15 at 8pm
  • Sat, Dec. 16 at 4pm & 8pm
  • Sun, Dec. 17 at 2pm

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October 17, 2017 · 12:43 pm

TENDERLY: THE ROSEMARY CLOONEY MUSICAL Runs Nov. 4-19

TC_Tenderly logoTENDERLY: THE ROSEMARY CLOONEY MUSICAL
The Carnegie
Nov. 4-19
Covington

Directed by Dee Anne Bryll and Ed Cohen
Music direction by Steve Goers

Cast: Kim Schroeder Long as Rosemary Clooney, Allen R. Middleton as The Doctor

TENDERLY: THE ROSEMARY CLOONEY MUSICAL follows Rosemary Clooney’s rise to Hollywood stardom, and continues beyond battles with depression to a triumphant comeback. With many of her signature songs woven in and out such as “Come On-A My House,” “Tenderly,” and “Straighten Up and Fly Right,” audience members will learn the story of her successes on film, radio, and TV, as well the struggles in her personal life.

  • Sat, Nov. 4 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, Nov. 5 at 3pm
  • Fri-Sat, Nov. 10-11 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, Nov. 12 at 3pm
  • Fri-Sat, Nov. 17-18 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, Nov. 19 at 3pm

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October 17, 2017 · 12:16 pm

Call For Paid Director of Local High School’s Spring Musical

MISC_New Richmond Exempted Village School District logoNew Richmond Exempted Village Local School District (nrschools.org) is now accepting Director resumes for their High School’s Spring Musical.

Performance dates: April 20 & 21

This is a paying position.

New Richmond is an easy drive from Cincinnati, along US 52 East past Coney Island. (zip code 45157)

The show is not decided on, and potential directors submitting a resume are invited to suggest shows they would like to work on and have a vision for. Recent musicals produced there have been The Wizard of Oz and High School Musical.

New Richmond High School has a theatre with seating for 493.

 

In 2016-2017, the High School chorus, Troubadours, and the Concert Band both received “1” ratings in OMEA District XIV, and qualified for State Contest.

 

Please contact Principal Mark Bailey, at bailey_m@nrschools.org with resumes or questions. 513.553.3191

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