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June 7, 2021 · 1:41 pm

Performance Artist Makes Ohio Debut Live from His Home in Washington D.C.

CFF21_txtshowSocial distancing from 2,735,040 feet apart

Cincinnati, Ohio via the internet (June 4, 2021) — In the midst of an international virtual tour* (during a global pandemic), award-winning performance artist and actor Brian Feldman will bring the online version of one of his signature projects to the 18th Annual Cincinnati Fringe Festival, as one of more than 40 theatre productions available to audiences as part of this year’s festival.

#txtshow (on the internet) is a crowdsourced, immersive, multiscreen performance featuring a mysterious character named txt (pronounced “text”) who recites a script written anonymously in real-time by a live audience (on the internet). It’s the best show you’ll write all year.

Created and performed by Brian Feldman, this LIVE, interactive performance takes place on Zoom, originating from his home in Washington, Douglass Commonwealth. This production serves as Brian’s Ohio debut.

Please Note: This LIVE show relies on a high level of audience interaction. Audience members must keep their camera and microphone on the entire time they are in the show. The content of the show is based entirely upon what audience members write in anonymity and, as such, may contain mature themes, profane language, sudden loud noises, and potentially triggering content or themes. Recommended for 18+.

*6-countries, 21-cities, 80-shows (as of June 2, 2021)

This project was supported by the D.C. Commission on the Arts and Humanities.

To see the full 18th Annual Cincinnati Fringe Festival lineup, visit: https://cincyfringe.com

WHAT: #txtshow (on the internet)

WHO: Created and Performed by Brian Feldman

WHEN:

  • Sat, June 5 @ 6:15 PM EDT
  • Wed, June 9 @ 6:15 PM EDT
  • Sun, June 13 @ 6:15 PM EDT
  • Wed, June 16 @ 6:15 PM EDT
  • Fri, June 18 @ 6:15 PM EDT

All shows are in Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) (UTC-4).

Participating from another time zone? Check the time difference here.

RUN TIME: 45 minutes

WHERE: Zoom (on your computer, phone, or tablet)

Ticket buyers will receive an email from Cincy Fringe with a link to the Zoom meeting.

PRICE: $10-15

TICKETS: https://cincyfringe.com/txtshow

Only 20 tickets available per performance.

ABOUT CINCINNATI FRINGE FESTIVAL:
A 14-day celebration of theatre, art, music, film, dance, and everything between — that’s Kinda WEIRD. Like YOU! Now in its 18th year, Cincy Fringe (as it’s succinctly known) presents over 200 performances of 40+ theatre productions each May and June, plus art galleries, screenings, concerts, workshops, classes, and nightly parties. cincyfringe.com

ABOUT BRIAN FELDMAN PROJECTS:
Brian Feldman is an award-winning performance artist and actor. He lives in Washington, Douglass Commonwealth where, as the news website DCist noted, “In a city that has an advocacy group exploring how to ‘make D.C. weird’ – and is still struggling – Brian Feldman is a shining beacon of eccentricity.” His work has been featured on television, radio, in print, and online, earning critical comparisons to the likes of Marina Abramović, David Blaine, John Cage, Christo, Marcel Duchamp, Tehching Hsieh, and Andy Kaufman. Since August 2003, he has presented 400+ performances of 130+ projects at 175+ venues and festivals in cities worldwide via Brian Feldman Projects, one of the world’s premier presenters of experimental time-based art. brianfeldman.com

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June 7, 2021 · 1:18 pm

INNOVATHEATRE Streaming at Broadway on Demand

INNOV_logoINNOVAtheatre’s production of ORDINARY DAYS, by Adam Gwon, is one of only twelve productions selected from dozens around the country to stream alongside the best of Broadway on the website Broadway On Demand. The INNOVAtheatre production was directed by Jacqlyn Schott and the cast includes Jordan Fredericks, Bonnie Emmer, Alex Ross, and Anna Masla.

Broadway On Demand streams filmed versions of Broadway shows as well as select community theatre productions. The recent success of Hamilton on Disney Plus demonstrates that audiences are enthusiastic to watch high-quality theatrical productions at home.

ORDINARY DAYS will be available for home viewing for 24 hours starting on Tuesday, June 15 at 8:15 pm, Eastern Time. To view the broadcast, this link to Broadway On Demand has all the details.

ORDINARY DAYS has released a new behind-the-scenes video trailer to promote its upcoming streaming production of ORDINARY DAYS. View the video trailer here.

The American Association of Community Theatre (AACT) paid for the professional recording as part of their upcoming Virtual AACTFest 2021. AACT received dozens of applications for its upcoming virtual event celebrating the best in community theatre. However, only twelve productions were selected to be filmed.

“We’re so humbled and honored to receive this recognition–especially for a show that has brought so much joy. I feel blessed to have had the chance to work with all of the artists whose talents have brought us to this point,” said ORDINARY DAYS director Jacqlyn Schott. “ORDINARY DAYS is a show all about the power of connection; and I’m so happy we’re able to share it with so many in a time where we need it most.”

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June 4, 2021 · 9:22 am

2021-2022 Season Announced by Cincinnati Pops Orchestra

CPO_logoHOLIDAY POPS

  • Fri Dec 3, 2021 | 7:30 pm
  • Sat Dec 4, 2021 | 7:30 pm
  • Sun Dec 5, 2021 | 2:00 pm
  • Fri Dec 10, 2021 | 7:30 pm
  • Sat Dec 11, 2021 | 7:30 pm
  • Sun Dec 12, 2021 | 2:00 pm

John Morris Russell, conductor
Aubrey Logan, vocalist
Michael Preacely, vocalist

Joy to the world! Cincinnati’s beloved holiday tradition returns with music, warmth, laughter and seasonal inspiration for the entire family. Gather those dear to you to share unforgettable memories in the grandeur of a Music Hall adorned with wondrous decorations and joyful song.

NEW YEAR’S EVE AT MUSIC HALL: SHAKEN, NOT STIRRED

  • Fri Dec 31, 2021 | 8:00 pm

John Morris Russell, conductor
Capathia Jenkins, vocalist
Ron Bohmer, vocalist

The countdown stops at 007. John Morris Russell leads a thrilling Top Secret program featuring iconic themes and famous music from the longest-running franchise in movie history. Shake things up with all things James Bond, including hits like Goldfinger, Diamonds Are Forever, The World Is Not Enough and more. Ring in this New Year in style!

CIRQUE GOES BROADWAY

  • Fri Jan 21, 2022 | 7:30 pm
  • Sat Jan 22, 2022 | 7:30 pm
  • Sun Jan 23, 2022 | 2:00 pm

John Morris Russell, conductor
Cirque de la Symphonie

Dizzying heights and Broadway lights come together for a captivating Pops & Cirque mashup. Marvel at the eye-popping feats of Cirque’s mesmerizing acrobats with JMR and the Pops performing top Broadway hits to accompany contortionists, balancers, tumblers, and athletes on aerial silks defying gravity and doing the seemingly impossible.

MUSIC OF JOHN WILLIAMS

  • Fri Feb 4, 2022 | 7:30 pm
  • Sat Feb 5, 2022 | 7:30 pm
  • Sun Feb 6, 2022 | 2:00 pm

Damon Gupton, conductor

Happy Birthday, John Williams! Pops Principal Guest Conductor Damon Gupton and the Pops treat us to a slice of John Williams’ most beloved scores—just in time for his 90th birthday. Experience selections from Superman, Star Wars, E.T., Jaws, Witches of Eastwick and more by one of the greatest composers of our lifetime.

This performance does not contain film clips.

LOLLIPOPS FAMILY CONCERT

  • Sat Mar 5, 2022 | 10:30 am

Set young hearts and minds aglow! For many audience members, a lifelong love and appreciation of music began with Lollipops Family Concerts at Music Hall. Introduce someone you love to the world of orchestral music with a fun, interactive concert experience—perfect for children, ages or ability of 2-9.

RESPECT: A TRIBUTE TO ARETHA FRANKLIN

  • Fri Mar 18, 2022 | 7:30 pm
  • Sat Mar 19, 2022 | 7:30 pm
  • Sun Mar 20, 2022 | 2:00 pm

John Morris Russell, conductor
Tamika Lawrence, vocalist
CoCo Smith, vocalist
Blaine Krauss, vocalist

JMR and the Pops join with three powerhouse vocalists to pay R-E-S-P-E-C-T to Aretha Franklin, “the #1 singer of all time” (Rolling Stone). Come celebrate the life and music of an American icon featuring your favorite hits from the Queen of Soul!

JMR’S GREATEST HITS

  • Fri Apr 29, 2022 | 7:30 pm
  • Sat Apr 30, 2022 | 7:30 pm
  • Sun May 1, 2022 | 2:00 pm

John Morris Russell, conductor

We’re celebrating 10 years of JMR by pulling out all the stops—and the stars! Join the Pops and a host of guest artists from some of the past decade’s most memorable performances to celebrate JMR, JMR-style—with music from every genre, including iconic movie themes, pop, classics, Broadway and jazz, plus a cache of musical memories. We’ll also look ahead with a new work commissioned from Grammy Award-winning composer Eric Whitacre.

For more information visit www.cincinnatisymphony.org/tickets-and-events/buy-tickets/pops/2122-pops-season.

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June 3, 2021 · 10:44 am

Beat Covid Gloom by Playing BINGO at Cincy Fringe with BETSY CARMICHAEL LIVE AT THE BINGO PALACE

CFF21_Betsy CarmichaelA LIVE virtual interactive comedy…with BINGO!

BUFFALO to CINCINNATII to YOUR HOME – After a year of a global pandemic shutting down schools, restaurants, and BINGO Halls, Betsy Carmichael is facing one of her greatest challenges yet…technology! She is on a mission to bring BINGO back to every man, woman, and child. Betsy Carmichael’s BINGO Palace is open and streaming LIVE into your home!

Betsy grew up as a BINGO caller’s daughter in Buffalo, NY and from the time she had won her first BINGO she was hooked. Now an international BINGO celebrity, Betsy Carmichael has dedicated her life to bringing BINGO to the masses and now she’s doing it one home at a time with Betsy Carmichael LIVE at the BINGO Palace.

The award-winning Betsy Carmichael’s BINGO Palace is now going virtual directly to the comforts of your own home with her interactive comedy, Betsy Carmichael LIVE at the BINGO Palace. How is it interactive from home??? Betsy will send you your own digital BINGO cards so you can play along and be “part of the act” on Zoom! Betsy Carmichael LIVE at the BINGO Palace guarantees an hour of escape from your troubles with laugher, stories, prizes and of course the fabulous Betsy Carmichael. Digital performances for Cincy Fringe stream live from The BINGO Palace in Buffalo, NY June 6-18, 2021.

WHAT: Betsy Carmichael LIVE at the BINGO Palace
WHO: By Joey Bucheker and Mary Kate O’Connell, starring Betsy Carmichael
WHEN:

  • 8:00 p.m. EDT Sunday, June 6
  • 6:15 p.m. EDT Tuesday, June 8
  • 8:00 p.m. EDT Wednesday, June 9
  • 1:00 p.m. EDT Sunday, June 13
  • 6:15 p.m. EDT Friday, June 18

WHERE: LIVE from the BINGO Palace into your own home via the intertubes.
HOW MUCH: $10-$15
TICKETS: www.cincyfringe.com/betsy-carmichael/
RUNNING TIME: 60 minutes
WEBSITE: www.betsybingo.com

BIOS
BETSY CARMICHAEL “The First Lady of BINGO” has dedicated her life to spreading the word of BINGO! From her humble beginnings, as the daughter of a BINGO caller in Buffalo, N.Y., Mrs. Carmichael has become an international BINGO icon bringing her own unique style to the game. Mrs. Carmichael was entertainer for the USO when she came to the attention of and later partnered with Bob Hope. She has held “BINGO for Peace” at 5 international summits and has awarded her the coveted “Medal of Patriotism” for her BINGO work throughout the United States. In the seventies Mrs. Carmichael had a residency in Las Vegas at the Sahara Hotel and made numerous television guest appearances on variety and game shows including “The Match Game”. When not at the BINGO Palace, she can be found touring the country bringing BINGO to the masses again.

JOEY BUCHEKER (Creator/Co-Writer) is the 2017 Broadway World Regional Award winner for Best Actor in a Musical for his performance in Killer Rack the Musical. Performing credits: Off-Broadway: Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding. Regional: Hello, Dolly! starring Carole Cook, Mame with Bill Hayes and Susan Seaforth, It Shoulda Been You (Artie Nom.), Golden Girls: The Lost Episodes, You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown (Artie Nom.), Young Frankenstein, West Side Story and God in An Act of God. Mr. Bucheker has created two sequels in the Betsy BINGO franchise, The Betsy Carmichael Christmas Special and Betsy Carmichael’s Hawaiian Luau BINGO and produces the tours through Betsibu Productions.

MARY KATE O’CONNELL (Director/Co-Writer) is one of the most imaginative and respected members of Buffalo’s Theatre Community. Ms. O’Connell is the Executive/Artistic Director of O’Connell & Company and creator of Buffalo’s longest running show, DIVA by DIVA a Celebration of Women. Notable roles: Glorious! (Florence Foster Jenkins), Nunsense (Rev. Mother), Dear World (Countess), Sweeny Todd (Mrs. Lovett), and The Lady with All the Answers (Ann Landers). Ms. O’Connell is a multi-Artie Award winning actress including a Lifetime Achievement Award and an induction to the Buffalo Theatre District Association’s Plaza of Stars.

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June 3, 2021 · 10:12 am

Finding Nemo Meets Predator in this Retro-Futurism Hellscape Comedy

CFF21_You Will Live Under the Sea(CINCINNATI, OHIO) –  YOU WILL LIVE UNDER THE SEA  at the 2021 Cincinnati Fringe Theatre Festival, June 4–June 19.  Every year the land gets more and more crowded. More people. More buildings. More roads and more cars. Out there, the sea isn’t crowded at all. It’s just you. And that man. And miles and miles and miles of nothing else.

From the creative force behind 2020’s award winning show Killjoy, Ohio  comes a children’s fable about our dreams for the future. PICK-OF-THE-FRINGE winners Bridget Leak, Jordan Trovillion and Trey Tatum return with a new story of the bizarre in an entirely new format.

AWARDS AND ACCOLADES FOR QUEEN CITY FLASH

  • 2020 Cincy Fringe All Access Pick – Killjoy, Ohio
  • 2020 The Young-Howze Theatre Awards,  Show of the Year Winner – Killjoy, Ohio
  • 2019 Cincy Fringe Full Frontal Pick – Zoinks!
  • 2018 Cincy Fringe Full Frontal Pick – Of Monster Descent
  • 2014 Cincy Fringe Artist Pick – Slut Shaming

INTERNATIONAL PRAISE

  • ★★★★★ STARS – Saskatoon Star Phoenix, Of Monster Descent
  • ★★★★ STARS – CBC, Of Monster Descent
  • ★★★★ STARS – Winnipeg Free Press, Of Monster Descent

WHO DID WHAT
Written by Trey Tatum
Directed by Bridget Leak
Performed by Jordan Trovillion & Trey Tatum
Backstage: Taylor Hauter (Lighting Design), Molly Francis (Sound & Projections 1), Elyse Stieby (ASM/Projections 2), Grayson Halonen (ASM/Fish wrangler)

SEE YOU WILL LIVE UNDER THE SEA AT THE CINCYFRINGE FESTIVAL, VIDEO ON DEMAND!

TICKETS:   $11 General Admission, $16 Love-Your-Artist Ticket

Tickets can be purchased at https://cincyfringe.com/you-will-live-under-the-sea/

For additional questions, please email queencityflash@gmail.com

Previous Queen City Flash productions at Cincy Fringe:

  • 2020 – Killjoy, Ohio
  • 2019 – Zoinks!
  • 2018 – Of Monster Descent
  • 2017 – The Disappearance of Nicole of Jacobs
  • 2016 – The Midnight Express
  • 2015 – Shelter (with Pones, INC.)
  • 2014 – Slut Shaming

ABOUT TREY TATUM: Trey Tatum is a playwright / composer from Cincinnati, Ohio. Recent credits include ZOINKS!, a Nancy Drew send-up about the opioid epidemic, Alabama Monster, his solo show about mental illness, family ties and creatures that lie just out of sight, and JALZ, a remake of the blockbuster movie JAWS that examines Alzheimer’s disease, end of life care and family legacy. For the past four seasons, Trey has been composer for Playhouse in the Park’s Off the Hill Education Touring Series. Current Projects include Have Monster, Will Travel, a new audio fiction podcast about road trips, monsters and the meaning of family. Trey makes theatre and mischief with his wife, director Bridget Leak. treytatum.com

ABOUT JORDAN TROVILLION: Jordan Trovillion is an actor based in Covington, Kentucky; the endpoint of her Southerly drift from her home state of Michigan. Recent theatre credits are Puffs (Susie Bones track) and The Absentee (The Operator) at Know Theatre of Cincinnati, Zoinks! (Nolan) at the 2019 Cincinnati Fringe Festival, and JALZ (Dylan), both with Queen City Flash. Other favorite shows include Neverwhere (Hunter) with Know Theatre of Cincinnati, Ken Ham’s Journey to the Center of the Earth (Most Women) with Queen City Flash, and Baskerville (Actress) at Falcon Theater. Jordan is a member of SAG/AFTRA and has performed in various films and television shows, including “The Old Man and the Gun,” “My Days of Mercy,” and Comedy Central’s “Detroiters.” She is also a freelance illustrator, and used to be in a cover band. More info at www.jordantrovillion.net.

ABOUT BRIDGET LEAK: Bridget Leak is a freelance director and co-founder of Queen City Flash. She recently made her LORT debut with Actually at Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park, where she has previously directed for the Playhouse’s Off-the-Hill Series. Bridget is a 2019 People’s Liberty Grant recipient for her project Desktop Theatre, an arts-initiative that helps teachers integrate the performing arts with larger-than-life plays made small enough to fit on a child’s desk. She previously collaborated with Cradle Cincinnati to develop a healing-through-storytelling pilot program for Mothers in Price Hill and is a former Cincinnati Arts Ambassador Fellow. Bridget has her M.F.A. in Directing from the Actors Studio Drama School at Pace University. She calls East Price Hill home with her husband, playwright-composer Trey Tatum and puppies “Pocket” & “Lint” bridgetleak.com #ADirectorsLife

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