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August 5, 2016 · 6:16 am

2015-2016 Orchid Awards for RiverStage Community Theatre

2015-2016 Season, OCTA Excerpts Appearance Yields Accolades

RSCT_logo.jpgNEW RICHMOND, Ohio, July 12, 2016 – RiverStage Community Theatre of New Richmond wishes to congratulate its local company of actors, producers, and crew on their award-winning performances and productions. Their 2015-2016 season offered two shows that have received both Orchid awards from ACT-Cincinnati, and recognitions of Merit from OCTA’s adjudicated regional excerpt convention known as OCTAFest. 

It’s a Wonderful Life, directed by Ivory Mazur, was excerpted at OCTAFest June 23rd, where it was recognized with Merit in Period (RiverStage), Merit in Costuming (Linda Shuck and Ivory Mazur), and Merit in Acting (Stuart Maguire as Mr. Potter). It is the first show RiverStage has taken to the annual Southwest regional convention.                                     

It’s a Wonderful Life also received the following Orchid Awards from ACT-Cincinnati: Excellence in Acting in a Play (Steve Taylor as George Bailey and Stuart Maguire as Mr. Potter), Excellence in Producing (Linda Shuck and Pat Norman), Excellence in Sound Design (Chuck Grady), Excellence in Sound Execution (Chuck Grady and Hunter Gilpin), Excellence in Stage Management (Monica Davis). 

RiverStage’s May 2016 comedy, The Odd Couple, took Orchid awards for the following: Excellence in Direction (Jess Phillips), Excellence in Producing (Linda Shuck and Pat Norman), Excellence in Light Design (Tom Dean), and Excellence in Stage Management (Cathy Roesener). 

Orchid Awards, given by ACT-Cincinnati Inc., “recognize and encourage excellence in over 23 performing and production areas”. Winners are chosen yearly from among the field of nominees put forth by adjudicators who have attended ACT member productions through the ACT Adjudication Program.                       

A complete list of RiverStage’s awards and nominations for the 2015-2016 season can be viewed online at http://www.riverstagenewrichmond.org/awards.html. 

About RiverStage
RiverStage Community Theatre of New Richmond was formed in 2013, and held its first show in December of that year. Its mission is to bring theater to the community and community to the theater, so that all may share and learn either by observation or by participation. Their next production will be a dinner theater fundraiser August 21st and 22nd. More information can be found online at http://www.riverstagenewrichmond.org 

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August 4, 2016 · 6:47 am

A PRAYER FOR OWEN MEANY Runs Sept. 3-Oct. 1

PIP_A Prayer for Owen Meany promoA PRAYER FOR OWEN MEANY
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park
Sept. 3-Oct. 1
Eden Park

Directed by Blake Robison

Cast: Ernaisja Curry as Mary Beth/Ensemble, Annie Fitzpatrick as Barb Wiggins/Mitzy Lish/Jarvit Mother/Ensemble, Laura Gordon as Harriet Wheelwright/Ensemble, Tatum Hunter as Girl/Jarvit Daughter/Ensemble, Naomi Jacobson as Mrs. Meany, Jared Joplin as Rector Wiggins/Coach Chickering/Randy White/Major Rawis/Ensemble, John Lescault as Reverend Merrill, Sean Mellott as Owen Meany/Lenny Bruce, Matt Mundy as Harold Crosby/Larry Lish/Jarvit Boy/Ensemble, Kevin Orton as Mr. Fish/Chief Pike/Dr. Doider/Ensemble, Lawrence Redmond as Mr. Meany, Gardner Reed as Tabitha Wheelwright/Ensemble, Koray Tarhan as Boy/Ensemble, Jeremy Webb as John Wheelwright, David Whalen as Dan Needham/Jarvit Father/Ensemble & Kate Wilford as Lydia/Sam White/Ensemble

Adapted from the bestselling novel, A PRAYER FOR OWEN MEANY is a sweeping saga of friendship, destiny and the miracle of faith. Set against the backdrop of societal upheaval in America during the 1960s, this heartwarming and often amusing story recounts the unbreakable bond between Owen and John, who remain forever linked by a tragic childhood accident. The aftermath propels John into a lifelong journey of questions regarding his own spiritual beliefs. At the same time, Owen surfaces with the unwavering conviction that he is an instrument of God.

  • In preview, Sat Sept. 3 at 8pm & Sun, Sept. 4 at 2pm
  • In preview, Tue-Wed, Sept. 6-7 at 7:30pm
  • Thu, Sept. 8 at 7:30pm
  • Fri, Sept. 9 at 8pm
  • Sat, Sept. 10 at 4pm & 8pm
  • Sun, Sept. 11 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Tue-Thu, Sept. 13-15 at 7:30pm
  • Fri, Sept. 16 at 8pm
  • Sat, Sept. 17 at 4pm & 8pm
  • Sun, Sept. 18 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Tue-Thu, Sept. 20-22 at 7:30pm
  • Fri, Sept. 23 at 8pm
  • Sat, Sept. 24 at 4pm & 8pm
  • Sun, Sept. 25 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Tue, Sept. 27 at 7:30pm
  • Wed, Sept. 28 at 1pm
  • Thu, Sept. 29 at 7:30pm
  • Fri, Sept. 30 at 8pm
  • Sat, Oct. 1 at 4pm & 8pm

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August 4, 2016 · 6:40 am

LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Runs Sept. 2-3

D2D_Little Shop of Horrors logoLITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
Dare 2 Defy Productions
Sept. 2-3
Victoria Theatre [Dayton]

Directed by David McKibben & Jordan Norgaard
Music directed by Lorri Topping
Choreographed by Lisa Glover

Cast: Bobby Mitchum as Seymour, Lisa Glover as Audrey, Tia R. Seay as Crystal, Courtney Dortch as Chiffon, Samantha R. Wright-Norman as Ronnette, Saul Caplan as Mr. Mushnik, Zach King as Orin Scrivello, Kip Moore as the voice of Audrey II & RJ Steck as the puppeteer

A deviously delicious Broadway and Hollywood sci-fi smash musical, Little Shop Of Horrors has devoured the hearts of theatre goers for over 30 years. Howard Ashman and Alan Menken (Disney’s The Little Mermaid, Beauty And The Beast, and Aladdin) are the creative geniuses behind what has become one of the most popular shows in the world. The meek floral assistant Seymour Krelborn stumbles across a new breed of plant he names “Audrey II” – after his coworker crush. This foul-mouthed, R&B-singing carnivore promises unending fame and fortune to the down and out Krelborn as long as he keeps feeding it, BLOOD. Over time, though, Seymour discovers Audrey II’s out of this world origins and intent towards global domination

  • Fri, Sept. 2 at 8pm
  • Sat, Sept. 3 at 2pm & 8pm

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August 3, 2016 · 7:00 am

High School Acting Studio Auditions

CASA_logoAudition time slots available for CASA’s High School Acting Studio!

AUDITION INFO:

Sept. 3rd

  • 10-11am: Mandatory Parent/Student Orientation
  • 11am-noon: Mandatory Student Group Warm-Up
  • 12:15- 5pm: Individual 15-minute Audition slots

Audition Requirements: 2 contrasting monologues LESS than one minute EACH, a picture and a resume. Come dressed to MOVE!

For an audition time slot and more information contact the CASA Staff: casastudioacademy@gmail.com

PROGRAM:
This two-year intensive includes studies in Film, Playwriting, Improv, Character Development, Mask, Movement, Stage Combat, Shakespeare, Audition Techniques, Textual Analysis, and Business of Theatre.

2 years divided into 3 ten-week trimesters each. Minimum of 6 students, maximum of 12 students. (Seniors may do one year. They will be placed in the year one class or year two class based on individual need.)

Ages: Sophomore -Seniors
Class time: Saturdays, 10AM – 3PM
Dates: Saturday, September 10th – June 10th
Cost: $1200*

*Good Attendance Rebate: If a student does not have more than TWO UNEXCUSED absences in a year, then $150 will be refunded to that student at the end of the Studio Year.

Performances: 2-3 shows a year, plus the Unrehearsed Shakespeare performance, and a final showcase. Many of our students also perform and produce shows for the Cincy Fringe Festival.

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August 3, 2016 · 6:51 am

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Runs Sept. 1-Oct. 29

BIC_Million Dollar QuartetMILLION DOLLAR QUARTET
La Comedia Dinner Theatre
Sept. 1-Oct. 29
Springboro

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET is the smash-hit musical inspired by the famed recording session that brought together rock ‘n’ roll icons Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins for the first and only time. On December 4, 1956, these four young musicians gathered at Sun Records in Memphis for what would be one of the greatest jam sessions ever. MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET brings that legendary night to life, featuring a score of rock hits including “Blue Suede Shoes,” “Fever,” “That’s All Right,” “Sixteen Tons,” “Great Balls of Fire,” “Walk the Line,” “Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On,” “Who Do You Love?,” “Matchbox,” “Folsom Prison Blues,” “Hound Dog” and more.

  • Thu-Fri, Sept. 1-2 at 10:30am & 5:30pm
  • Sat, Sept. 3 at 5:30pm
  • Sun, Sept. 4 at 10:30am & 5:30pm
  • Thu-Fri, Sept. 8-9 at 10:30am & 5:30pm
  • Sat, Sept. 10 at 5:30pm
  • Sun, Sept. 11 at 10:30am & 5:30pm
  • Thu-Fri, Sept. 15-16 at 10:30am & 5:30pm
  • Sat, Sept. 17 at 5:30pm
  • Sun, Sept. 18 at 10:30am & 5:30pm
  • Thu-Fri, Sept. 22-23 at 10:30am & 5:30pm
  • Sat, Sept. 24 at 5:30pm
  • Sun, Sept. 25 at 10:30am & 5:30pm
  • Thu-Fri, Sept. 29-30 at 10:30am & 5:30pm
  • Sat, Oct. 1 at 5:30pm
  • Sun, Oct. 2 at 10:30am & 5:30pm
  • Thu-Fri, Oct. 6-7 at 10:30am & 5:30pm
  • Sat, Oct. 8 at 5:30pm
  • Sun, Oct. 9 at 10:30am & 5:30pm
  • Thu-Fri, Oct. 13-14 at 10:30am & 5:30pm
  • Sat, Oct. 15 at 5:30pm
  • Sun, Oct. 16 at 10:30am & 5:30pm
  • Thu-Fri, Oct. 20-21 at 10:30am & 5:30pm
  • Sat, Oct. 22 at 5:30pm
  • Sun, Oct. 23 at 10:30am & 5:30pm
  • Thu-Fri, Oct. 27-28 at 10:30am & 5:30pm
  • Sat, Oct. 29 at 5:30pm

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