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July 10, 2017 · 2:58 pm

Classic Words, Classic Songs, Classic Dances!

CASA_Love's Labour's Lost logoJULY 7, 2017—Tristate audiences are invited to have fun with the classics! Cincinnati Actor’s Studio & Academy presents LOVE’S LABOUR’S LOST: A Musical Adventure. 

Shakespeare’s tale of LOVE’S LABOUR’S LOST tells of a few lords gathering at the new court of Naverre determined to educate themselves in anything the books will teach, but they end up getting taught a lesson in love. Now imagine the late 1940s Europe, devaststed by WWII, desperately in need of rebuilding its culture and enjoying life. Put these together and you find yourself in a world swirling with Shakespearean language, classic music by the likes of Cole Porter and Gershwin, singing, dancing, and a celebration of loving life!

This production is the 2nd in CASA’s 2017 Summer Series and runs from July 13th-23rd at Essex Studios. This show is directed & by Gina Cerimele-Mechley. Cast includes: Aiden Dalton, Finney Kutcher, Kat Sweeney, Matt Berman, Katie Teirney, Ben Cohen, Grace Wesson, Katie Kenniston, Sydney Mahon, Faith Dansberry, Amy Helms. Production crew includes Olivia Cremisio as Stage Manager, Kyle Goold as Asst. Choreographer/Asst. Stage Manager and Evan Holzman as Videographer.

Performances run July 13th, 15th, 21st, 22nd, & 23rd at 7:30PM and will take place at Essex Studios, 2511 Essex Pl, Cincinnati, Ohio 45206. Tickets can be reserved by emailing casatics@gmail.com. Tickets: Adults $15, Students $10. Summer Subscriptions are also available. For more information: www.casastudioacademy.com

In addition, as part of The Ghostlight Project, all summer long, theaters and theatre-makers across the country will take part in this initiative, meeting their neighbors, making meaningful connections with community organizations in their area, and learning how to be of service. CASA is proud to be taking part in this initiative. Throughout our Summer Series, CASA will be collecting canned foods for the Freestore Foodbank of Cincinnati as well as clothing & household items for the Off the Streets program at Anna Louise Inn, located in Clifton. See boxes in our lobby to donate.

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July 6, 2017 · 2:26 pm

JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH Runs Aug. 4-12

BPI_James and the Giant Peach logoJAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH
Beechmont Players Inc.
Aug. 4-12
Anderson Center

Directed by Fred Tacon

Cast: Andrew Ramos as James, Mark Culp as Ladahlord, Emily Martin as Spiker, Kendra Struthers as Sponge, Jessica Nguyen as Lady Bug, Jaqlyn Schott as Spider, Zachary Julian as Grasshopper, Nathan Henegar as Earthworm & Karl Bolinger as Centipede
Ensemble: Amanda Bauer, Anna Beyette, Jill Blessing, Pam Blessing (Dance Captain), Emily Church, Parker Culp, Bryan Greaves, Jody Hart, James Martin, Maria Ramos, PJ Karpew & Rebecca Wiesman

To escape the clutches of his evil aunts, the orphaned James and his extraordinary friends overcome hunger, sharks, and each other to discover the true meaning of home and family. The whole family will love this musical “masterpeach!”

  • Fri-Sat, Aug. 4-5 at 8pm
  • Sun, Aug. 6 at 3pm
  • Fri, Aug. 11 at 8pm
  • Sat, Aug. 12 at 3pm & 8pm

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July 5, 2017 · 1:57 pm

2017 New Works Festival Runs Aug. 3-12

2017 New Works Festival 
Cincinnati Lab Theatre
Aug. 3-12
Clifton Performance Theatre

3SOME by Brian Griffin [Fully staged]
Directed by Lauren Carr
Cast: Brian Berendts, Mary Tensing & Craig Branch

When Thomas, Claire, and Lonnie arrange a Craigslist “meet up” none of them quite expect the evening that follows. Secrets become exposed, boundaries are pushed, and expectations end up in pieces. Brian Griffin’s titillating and intense new play explores the raw landscape of human psychology while delving into the world of casual hook-ups, and the overwhelming need for those on the brink to make a connection.

LED THESPIAN by Jason Podplesky, Lyrics and Music by Jason Podplesky, Eric Kilpatrick & Aaron Almashy [Fully staged]
Directed by Jason Podplesky
Musical Direction by Aaron Almashy
Cast: Elizabeth a. Harris, Torie Pate Perdue, Eric Kilpatrick & Joshua Wank

Part play and part mini-concert LED THESPIAN is a new dark comedy that explores love, loss, and the power of music. Set in a bar, it tells the story of Josh, a high school band teacher, who after suddenly losing his job decides to chase his dream of being a rock musician only to find himself entangled in a web of lies, murder, and sexual depravity. Will Josh finally get to touch his musical dream or will he fall perilously short? Watch as this play takes unexpected twists and turns en route to its surprising and non-politically correct resolution. Led Thespian will keep you laughing and guessing until the very end!

NORTH COUNTRY HOLIDAY by Phil Paradis [Staged Reading]
A young married couple leaves the city and moves to a remote Vermont farmhouse where they spend their first holiday season snowbound. When an old friend visits to talk about art and poetry, what could possibly go wrong to spoil their idyllic north country holiday?

PARIS IS VERNON by Robert Macke [Staged Reading]
Vernon, a widower, discovers that his estranged son is on a reality show… for drag queens. Michelle, a field producer, interviews Vernon and gives him a chance to reconnect with his son. PARIS IS VERNON explores the importance of family and what it takes to mend a damaged relationship.

For more information on the 2017 New Works Festival, click here.

  • Thu, Aug. 3 at 7pm WHY WE LAUGH Pre-show discussion
  • Thu, Aug. 3 at 8pm LED THESPIAN
  • Fri, Aug. 4 at 8pm 3SOME
  • Sat, Aug. 5 at 5pm NORTH COUNTRY HOLIDAY
  • Sat, Aug. 5 at 8pm LED THESPIAN
  • Thu, Aug. 10 at 7pm LOSS AND GRIEVING Pre-show discussion
  • Thu, Aug. 10 at 8pm 3SOME
  • Fri, Aug. 11 at 8pm LED THESPIAN
  • Sat, Aug. 12 at 5pm PARIS IS VERNON
  • Sat, Aug. 12 at 8pm 3SOME

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July 5, 2017 · 1:38 pm

CRAZY FOR YOU Runs Aug. 3-6

IAP_Crazy For You logoCRAZY FOR YOU
Inspiring Arts Productions
Aug. 3-6
Parrish Auditorium [Hamilton]

Directed & choreographed by Grace Hart

CRAZY FOR YOU is the story of Bobby Child, a well-to-do 1930s playboy whose dream in life is to dance. And despite the serious efforts of his mother and soon-to-be ex-fiancée, Bobby achieves his dream! Memorable Gershwin tunes include I Can’t Be Bothered Now,Bidin’ My Time, I Got Rhythm,Naughty Baby, They Can’t Take That Away from Me,But Not for Me, Nice Work if You Can Get It, Embraceable You and Someone to Watch Over Me.

  • Thu, Aug. 3 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, Aug. 4-5 at 2:30pm* & 7:30pm
  • Sun, Aug. 6 at 2:30pm
    *All seats $10

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June 30, 2017 · 9:38 am

SERIALS! 7: MINI-SERIALS Runs July 31-Aug. 14

KTC_Serials 7 logoSERIALS! 7: MINI-SERIALS
Know Theatre of Cincinnati
July 31-Aug. 14
Over-the-Rhine

How does it work? 15 minute episodes of new plays, every week, for a total of 3 installments.

  • Episode 1: Mon, July 31 at 7:30pm
  • Episode 2: Mon, Aug. 7 at 7:30pm
  • Episode 3: Mon, Aug. 14 at 7:30pm

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