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October 9, 2024 · 3:42 pm

Cincinnati Opera Announces New Board Officers, Trustees, and Associate Members

CINCINNATI (Oct. 7, 2024)—Cincinnati Opera announces the election of officers for its board of trustees for the 2024-2025 fiscal year, as well as the addition of nine trustees and two Cincinnati Opera Board Associates.

Officers were elected at Cincinnati Opera’s Annual Meeting on September 18, 2024, and will serve one-year terms. They include:

  • President Ronald T. Bates, Managing Director, 1919 Investment Counsel
  • Chair Melanie M. Chavez, Partner, Chavez Properties
  • Treasurer Robert Bitter, Partner, Deloitte & Touche
  • Secretary Charles E. Baverman III, Partner, Dinsmore & Shohl

Also as of the Annual Meeting, new trustees and new members of the Cincinnati Opera Board Associates, a subsidiary of the board of trustees composed of young professionals, began their three-year terms.

New trustees include:

  • Aine Baldwin, Senior Attorney, The Kroger Co.
  • Onassis Caneris, M.D., interventional pain management specialist, Riverhills Neuroscience
  • Kristy Davis-Mustain, Employee Engagement and Internal Communications Manager, Johnson & Johnson MedTech
  • Mike Kelly, founder and principal advisor, Kelly Financial Planning, LLC
  • Helen Kemp, R&D Director, Disruptive Innovation and Feminine Wellness Platform, Procter & Gamble
  • Bo-Kyung Kim Kirby, retired, Northern Kentucky University
  • Tarita Preston, professional life and leadership coach
  • Cristina Rugg, Senior Brand Manager, Procter & Gamble
  • Ann Santen, retired, 90.9 WGUC

New Board Associates include:

  • Sawyer Clifton, Account Executive, Integrity Express Logistics
  • Nicolette Rader, Engagement Officer, Cincinnati Parks Foundation

About Cincinnati Opera
Cincinnati Opera’s mission is to enrich and connect our community through diverse opera experiences. Founded in 1920 and the second-oldest opera company in the nation, Cincinnati Opera presents a thrilling season of grand opera every summer and engaging programs throughout the year. The company’s repertoire includes beloved classics and contemporary masterworks brought to life by some of the world’s most dynamic performers and creative artists.

Cincinnati Opera is supported by the generosity of tens of thousands of contributors to the ArtsWave Community Campaign. Cincinnati Opera receives funds from the Ohio Arts Council, which receives support from the State of Ohio and the National Endowment for the Arts. The company also receives general season support from The Louise Dieterle Nippert Musical Arts Fund, Patricia A. Corbett Estate and Trust, and the Harry T. Wilks Family Foundation, along with general season and project support from many other generous individuals, corporations, and foundations. Cincinnati Opera is a member of OPERA America. Learn more at cincinnatiopera.org.

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October 9, 2024 · 3:39 pm

Cincinnati Ballet Presents GISELLE, Oct. 31-Nov. 3

Just in time for Halloween! Ballet’s most beloved ghost story at haunted Music Hall  

CINCINNATI, OH (October 7, 2024) – Cincinnati Ballet presents Giselle at Music Hall, October 31 – November 3. The romantic tale with a supernatural twist tells the story of Giselle, a kind peasant girl with a weak heart who falls in love with Albrecht, a noble person in disguise. When his betrayal is discovered, it sets off a tragic chain of events that brings forth the iconic and vengeful ghosts known as the Willis.

Hailed as the most romantic classical ballet of all time with choreography from Devon Carney, Giselle is considered a masterwork in the classical canon that is both haunting and beautiful. With music from composer Adolphe Adam performed live by the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, staged in the spectacular Music Hall, also hailed as one of the most haunted concert halls in America. A truly Cincinnati production, performances will also feature local arts lovers and social media influencers in the roles of the royal family, young performers from Cincinnati Ballet’s Otto M. Budig Academy, and a gorgeous Borzoi dog named Anya, who auditioned for and won the role of the hound of the hunt!

Tickets are on sale now, starting at $29 at cballet.org.

PERFORMANCE DATES AND INFORMATION

WHO:          Cincinnati Ballet
Choreography: Devon Carney
Music: Adolphe Adam, performed with the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra

WHAT:        Giselle

WHEN:       

  • Thursday, October 31 – 7:30 pm
  • Friday, November 1 – 7:30 pm
  • Saturday, November 2 – 2:00 pm
  • Saturday, November 2 – 7:30 pm
  • Sunday, November 3 – 1:00 pm

WHERE:      Music Hall, Cincinnati, Ohio

Cincinnati Ballet 2024-2025 Season Sponsors:

Margaret and Michael Valentine, Julie and John Richardson | SugarCreek, ArtsWave, Louise Dieterle Nippert Musical Arts Fund, Ohio Arts Council, The Austin E. Knowlton Foundation

About Cincinnati Ballet
Since 1963, Cincinnati Ballet has been the cornerstone professional ballet company of the region, presenting a bold and adventurous array of classical, full-length ballets and contemporary works, regularly with live orchestral accompaniment. Cincinnati Ballet is a creative force within the larger dance community, commissioning world-premiere works and exploring unique collaborations. With a mission to enrich, expand, and excel in the art of dance through performance, a high-caliber academy, and impactful education and community engagement in local to global communities, Cincinnati Ballet reaches beyond the stage in programs that allow every person in the region to be part of the continued evolution of dance. To that end, Cincinnati Ballet presents exhilarating performances, provides extensive education and community engagement programs, and offers top-level professional ballet training at Cincinnati Ballet Otto M. Budig Academy.

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October 7, 2024 · 5:31 pm

Magnolia Theatre Company Presents WHAT THE CONSTITUTION NEEDS TO ME, Oct. 17-20

Magnolia Theatre Company is proud to announce the cast of WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME by Heidi Schreck. A winner of two Tony Awards and a Pulitzer Prize finalist, WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME tells the story of fifthteen year old Heidi, who worked her way to earning her college tuition by winning Constitutional debates across the United States. In this witty and hopeful new play, she brings forth her teenage self to trace the relationships of women between four generations.

The role of Heidi Schreck will be played by Magnolia Theatre Company founder Gina Handy, Robb Willoughby as Legionnaire/Danny, and Shay Roth, Ja’Nya Lewis, Meg Adams, Atlas Kessinger, and Sierra Jobman as the Debater. The Debater role will be played by a different student at each performance.

Magnolia Theatre Company is a part of the Community Spotlight program at Dayton Live, and will be performing at the PNC Arts Annex, 46 W. 2nd St, Dayton, OH 45402, October 17-20, 2024.

Tickets start at $12 for students, and discounts are also available for military, seniors and educators. A panel discussion around the topics addressed in the show will be held after both matinee performances.

https://www.daytonlive.org/events/constitution/#showtimes

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October 7, 2024 · 5:24 pm

RAIN: A Tribute to The Beatles | Wed., March 12, 2025 | Aronoff Center

TAKE A JOURNEY THROUGH THE ERAS WITH RAIN: A TRIBUTE TO THE BEATLES

THIS MIND-BLOWING PERFORMANCE TRANSPORTS YOU BACK TO THE ICONIC ERAS OF SGT. PEPPER AND MAGICAL MYSTERY TOUR, ALONG WITH ALL YOUR FAVORITE HITS

March 12, 2025
Aronoff Center – Procter & Gamble Hall

Tickets on sale Friday, October 11

[Cincinnati, OH] – RAIN: A Tribute to The Beatles is excited to take you on an electrifying journey through the eras with Sgt. Pepper and Magical Mystery Tour as well as all of your other Beatles’ favorites! The popular theatrical concert comes to the Aronoff Center’s Procter & Gamble Hall on Wednesday, May 12, 2025 at 7:30 PM as part of Cincinnati Arts Association’s 2024-25 Season. This is the record-breaking eleventh time that CAA has presented RAIN in Cincinnati.

Tickets go on sale Friday, October 11 at 10:00 AM at www.CincinnatiArts.org, (513) 621-ARTS [2787], and the Aronoff Center Ticket Office. For groups of ten or more, call (513) 977-4155. Applicable services fees may apply. Prices are subject to change.

This mind-blowing performance takes you back in time with the legendary foursome delivering a note-for-note theatrical event that is “the next best thing to seeing The Beatles!” (Associated Press). RAIN: A Tribute to The Beatles is an electrifying concert experience celebrating the timeless music of the legendary fab four. With note-for-note precision, this mind-blowing performance transports you back to the iconic eras of Sgt. Pepper and Magical Mystery Tour, along with all your favorite hits. From energetic classics to reflective favorites, the band delivers an unforgettable performance that appeals to fans old and new. With vibrant costumes and psychedelic visuals, RAIN creates a stunning concert full of nostalgia and good vibes.

Together longer than The Beatles, RAIN has mastered every song, gesture, and nuance of the legendary foursome, delivering a totally live, note-for-note performance that’s as infectious as it is transporting. Let RAIN take you back with all of the greatest hits along with all of your other Beatles favorites! RAIN: A Tribute to The Beatles promises an extraordinary journey through the eras that captivates hearts and inspires all generations.

Like The Beatles, the onstage members of RAIN are not only supreme musicians, but electrifying performers in their own right!

For more information on tour dates, visit: http://www.raintribute.com.

JOIN the conversation with RAIN on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/RainTribute, Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/raintribute/,
and YouTube at thttps://www.youtube.com/RainTribute

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Cincinnati Arts Association SPONSORS

The Cincinnati Arts Association is supported [in part] by the Ohio Arts Council, which receives support from the State of Ohio and the National Endowment for the Arts.

Season Sponsors:  AMERITAS (Founding Season Sponsor), ARTSWAVE, FIFTH THIRD BANK (Lifetime Endowment Partner), LOCAL 12 WKRC-TV, The P&G FUND of The Greater Cincinnati Foundation, TRIHEALTH 

SEASON PRESENTING SPONSORS:  21C Museum Hotel, Bahl & Gaynor, Cincinnati Herald, CityBeat, Fairfield Inn & Suites Cincinnati Uptown/University Area, Harlan Graphics, Heidelberg Distributing, Kinley Cincinnati, Pepsi

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CALENDAR INFORMATION

WHAT:                RAIN: A Tribute to The Beatles

                             Featuring Sgt. Pepper and Magical Mystery Tour

WHEN:                Wednesday, March 12, 2025 – 7:30 PM

WHERE:              Aronoff Center – Procter & Gamble Hall

PRICE:                 Starting at $40. 10%-off groups of ten or more. Additional service fees may apply. Prices subject to change.

INFO:                  RAIN: A Tribute to The Beatles is excited to take you on an electrifying journey through the eras with Sgt. Pepper and Magical Mystery Tour as well as all of your other Beatle’s favorites! This mind-blowing performance takes you back in time with the legendary foursome delivering a note-for-note theatrical event that is “the next best thing to seeing The Beatles!” (Associated Press).

TICKET INFORMATION – on sale Friday, October 11 at 10:00 AM

  • www.CincinnatiArts.org
  • (513) 621-ARTS [2787]
  • Aronoff Center Ticket Office
  • Group sales (10 or more): (513) 977-4155

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October 7, 2024 · 5:23 pm

Anderson and Turpin Theatres Collaborate on the Musical CHICAGO: Teen Edition This October

AHS_ChicagoChicago is a legendary, Tony award-winning musical about fame, fortune and acquittal. Set in the roaring 20’s, it tells the story of Roxie Hart, a young woman starved for fame who murders her lover and ends up behind bars. There she meets vaudeville performer and fellow inmate Velma Kelly, along with a collection of accused murderess all vying for the spotlight, the headlines, and their ticket to freedom.

Made into a movie in 2002 which won 6 Academy Awards, Chicago features iconic choreography by Bob Fosse and show-stopping musical numbers like “All that Jazz” and “Cell Block Tango.” Chicago is a masterful, musical commentary on American celebrity culture. In this production—adjusted by the published for school-age audiences and performers—students from both Anderson and Turpin high schools will wow audiences with a dazzling performance that is not to be missed.

Tickets  can be purchased by visiting AndersonTheatre.com and following the link to our online ticket seller. Note that a special $10 price for Seniors and students is available during this pre-sale only: all tickets at the door will be $15.

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