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January 5, 2023 · 6:06 am

Registration Open: Hearts Afire Valentine Pageant

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Loveland resident Camila Medina has been crowned the 2023 Miss Ohio Elementary Kindergarten. Medina will assist with the Hearts Afire Valentine Pageant for ages 1-4. The fundraiser pageant will be held Feb. 11, 2023, to benefit the Loveland Stage Company.

Calling all little sweethearts! Fun pageant for babies and toddlers

LOVELAND, OHIO (Dec. 23, 2022) — Do you have a little sweetheart? The City of Loveland is partnering with the Loveland Stage Company to host the first Hearts Afire Valentine Pageant on Saturday, Feb. 11, 2023, from 1-3 p.m.

The pageant is part of Hearts Afire Weekend (Feb. 10-12), a city-wide event celebrating Valentine’s Day.

The Hearts Afire Valentine Pageant is a baby/toddler fundraiser pageant to benefit a local cause, the Loveland Stage Company’s HVAC system replacement. The Loveland Stage Company is a not-for-profit, award-winning theater located in the heart of Historic Downtown Loveland. It is entirely operated by volunteers who create performing arts experiences for all ages. The theater is raising funds to replace its HVAC system — an estimated $100k repair.

“The pageant is part of the fun of Hearts Afire Weekend. Loveland is like a Hallmark movie during Valentine’s Day. What’s cuter than a kid dressed up like Cupid?” said city volunteer and pageant coordinator Christina Jeranek.

The purely fun pageant is for ages 1-4. Ages 1-2 will compete to be crowned Little Ms. Valentine and Little Mr. Cupid. Ages 3-4 will compete to be crowned Ms. Valentine and Mr. Cupid. The pageant will be judged by the Loveland Valentine Ladies, a local group of women known for their community service.

In the spirit of love, all funds raised by the pageant will benefit the theater. Admission is $5. There will be a “Fan Favorite” award where the audience can participate for $1 per vote. The contestant entry fee is $15.

The pageant will feature an appearance by the 2023 Miss Ohio Elementary Kindergarten, Camila Medina. Medina is a Loveland resident.

To learn more about the pageant and download an entry form, please visit https://lovinlifeloveland.com/events/hearts-afire-valentine-pageant/. Entries must be received by Jan. 30, 2023. 

About the City of Loveland
Loveland, Ohio, is about 15 miles northeast of Cincinnati, straddling Hamilton, Clermont and Warren Counties. The city has a population of approximately 13,000 residents and is best known for its charming historic downtown and location on the beautiful Little Miami River. These features make Loveland a destination for shopping, dining and outdoor recreation, as well as a popular hub along the Little Miami Scenic Trail. For more information, please visit lovelandoh.gov.

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January 4, 2023 · 6:29 pm

Sinclair Theatre presents I NEVER SAW ANOTHER BUTTERFLY for Holocaust Remembrance Day

SCC_I Never Saw Another Butterfly logoSinclair Theatre, in partnership with Sinclair’s Office of Diversity, brings back its Free Expressions Series during spring semester beginning with I Never Saw Another Butterfly, in honor of Holocaust Remembrance Day, on January 26 and 27, 2023.

The presentation contains a song cycle, by Ellwood Derr, and a one-act play, by Celeste Raspanti, based on the poetry created by children in Terezin, a Nazi concentration camp. Performances are at noon and 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 26th with a third performance at noon on Friday, Jan. 27th. All performances are in Sinclair’s Black Box Theatre, building 2 on the downtown Dayton campus.

All performances are provided free of charge as part of the Free Expressions Series mission of “free theatre for free thought at Sinclair.” Groups of 20 or more should email patti.celek@sinclair.edu for reservations. All other seating will be first come, first served at the door beginning 30 minutes prior to curtain.

The song cycle features Sinclair Music, Theatre and Dance faculty: Kimberly Borst (soprano), Stephanie Voelker (soprano), Bill Burns (saxophone) and Bryon Dobbs (piano).

The play, directed by Nelson Sheeley, features: Kimberly Borst as Irena, Anna Senyk as Raja, Chris Koehler as Hanza and Sierra Ward and Kamilah Noaks as the children.

This presentation is approximately 80 minutes in length and perfect for school and community groups. A discussion guide will be available, written by Sinclair History professor, Jamie Fries.

Mark your calendars for the next Free Expressions presentation during Black History Month, Jackie Robinson Steals Home, by Peter Manos, and directed by Shaun Diggs, on Feb. 16-17 in Blair Hall.

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January 4, 2023 · 6:08 am

THE LIFESPAN OF A FACT Takes the Stage at Falcon Theatre

FT_Lifespan of a Fact logoTHE BATTLE OF FACTS VERSUS TRUTH

THE LIFESPAN OF A FACT BY JEREMY KARAKEN, DAVID MURRRELL & GORDON FARRELL TAKES THE STAGE AT FALCON THEATRE

“…buoyantly literate…wholly resonant questions [are] wrestled with in this briskly entertaining play…you’ll find yourself happy to have your preconceptions disturbed and assumptions unsettled.” —Washington Post

PRODUCTION RUNS JANUARY 27 THROUGH FEBRUARY 11, 2023

(Newport, KY) — Falcon Theatre begins 2023 with the 2018 Broadway hit, The Lifespan of a Fact.

The Lifespan of a Fact soberly examines the question, “Are truth and fact necessarily the same thing?” When magazine intern Jim Fingal is assigned to fact-check a piece by renowned writer John D’Agata, battle lines are quickly drawn. Fingal’s eye for factual detail contrasts starkly with the more seasoned author’s goal of telling the most compelling story…a story not perfectly aligned with the facts of the incident on which it is based.

The 2018 Broadway opening of The Lifespan of a Fact featured Daniel Radcliff, Bobby Cannavale and Cherry Jones.

This resonant, timely, and challenging production is directed by Ed Cohen and features a cast that includes Susan Jung, Christopher Wells and Jay Woffington.

Performances are January 27, 28, and February 2, 3, 4, 9, 10 & 11, 2023. All performances at 8:00 PM. Ticket prices are $28 for adults and $15 for students with valid ID. Visit falcontheater.net for details and to reserve your seats.

Health and Safety Information
In keeping with our policy of putting safety first and also responding to national and local health and safety guidelines, Falcon will no longer require vaccination or negative COVID-19 tests of our patrons. Masks are welcome and strongly recommended, but not required. Please read through all our health and safety guidelines here for full details, which will be updated with all the latest changes so check back before coming to the theater to ensure you understand the current safety guidelines.

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December 19, 2022 · 5:40 am

The Drama Workshop Announces the Cast for HOME BREW THEATRE 6

TDW_Homebrew 2022 logoThe Drama Workshop is pleased to announce the cast for Home Brew Theatre 6. Home Brew Theatre is TDW’s recurring celebration of short plays by local authors. This season’s production includes 9 plays and for the first time ever, a short musical! Performances are January 20-22, 2023. Tickets are available at thedramaworkshop.org or by calling (513)598-8303.

AFTER YOU by Liz Coley
Directed by Fred Murrell
Renee: Megan Schultheis
Peter: Eric Thomas

BEYOND THE VEIL by Nick Dunker
Directed by Ray Lebowski
Regal: DonaldGeorge Huening II
Arrival: Kiya Fix

CURTAIN CALL by Greg Hatfield
Directed by Greg Hatfield
Lydia: Karen Romero
Allen: Steve Krieger
Neil: Michael Scarpelli
Marcia: Allie Webber

FALLING by Christie Bishop
Directed by Judy Berrens
Maggie: Valeria Amburgey
Blanch: Linda Roll
Jack: Clint Bramkamp

GEESE by Peter J. Stavros
Directed by Trisha Cooper
Hanna: Kiya Fix
Mark: Ken Macke

HAMBETH by Rose Vanden Eynden
Directed by Amy Eyers
Bib: Karen Romero
Bob: Ally Knizner
Boo: Parker Culp
Hamlet: Nick Dunker

PUDDLE JUMPERS: A Short Musical
Book, Music and Lyrics by Fred Tacon
Directed by Lynne Aronson
Becca: Anne-Marie Lusk
Zith: Allie Decima
Holly: TBA

THE RAINBOW BRIDGE PACKAGE by Christine Charlson
Directed by Gina Kleesattel
Dave: Keith Degreen
Ashley: Kiley Degreen
Snowball: Zack Kelly
Dr. Brenner: Sherry McCamley

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December 16, 2022 · 5:57 am

The Carnegie Announces Departure of Executive Director Kimberly Best

TC_Kimberly BestThe multidisciplinary arts organization is seeking candidates for Best’s successor

COVINGTON, Ky. (Dec. 14, 2022) –Executive Director Kimberly Best has announced her departure from The Carnegie as she has accepted a community relations role with the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport. Best will continue in her role at The Carnegie through early January with plans to serve the organization in a limited capacity through the transition to a new executive director.

Best, who originally joined The Carnegie as a development associate in 2009 and was named executive director in 2017, successfully led the organization through the challenges of a pandemic, supported the reimagining of gallery and theatre programming, increased the community awareness of The Carnegie’s education programming, and ensured the continued success of the organization with a multi-million-dollar capital campaign.

“Kim has done a great job serving The Carnegie over the past six years,” commented Jamie Horn, Carnegie Board President. “Kim’s new role aligns with her career aspirations, and I speak on behalf of the entire Executive Team that we will miss her greatly, but we are happy for her next chapter.”

“Words cannot express my love for The Carnegie, its mission, and the passionate people I have been fortunate enough to work with,” Best said. “It has been a privilege to be with The Carnegie for so many years. I know The Carnegie will continue to educate, entertain, and inspire for years to come.”

A new executive director will guide The Carnegie’s strategic vision. The position will direct all fundraising initiatives to secure the financial well-being of the organization and support the work of the gallery, education, and theatre departments.

In addition to the executive director position, The Carnegie is hiring a marketing coordinator to help manage the organization’s external communications and further grow The Carnegie brand in Northern Kentucky and beyond. To learn more about the executive director and marketing coordinator roles, visit https://thecarnegie.com/now-hiring/.

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About The Carnegie
The Carnegie is Northern Kentucky’s largest multidisciplinary arts venue providing theatre events, educational programs and art exhibitions to the Northern Kentucky and Greater Cincinnati community. The Carnegie facility is home to The Carnegie Galleries, the Otto M. Budig Theatre, and the Eva G. Farris Education Center. More information about The Carnegie is available at http://www.thecarnegie.com or by calling (859) 491-2030.The Carnegie is supported by the generosity of tens of thousands of contributors to the ArtsWave Community Campaign. The Carnegie receives ongoing operating support from the Kentucky Arts Council, City of Covington, Kenton County Fiscal Courts, Carol Ann & Ralph V. Haile, Jr. Foundation, the Greater Cincinnati Foundation, and Cincinnati International Wine Festival.

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