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August 1, 2014 · 1:37 pm

GET THE LED OUT: The American Led Zepplin | Fri., Oct. 17 | Aronoff Center

GET THE LED OUT:
The American Led Zeppelin

GET THE LED OUT

GET THE LED OUT

October 17, 2014 • Aronoff Center

Tickets on sale Friday, August 8 at 10:00 AM

CINCINNATI, OH – Get The Led Out, the acclaimed Led Zeppelin tribute band, will rock the Aronoff Center’s Procter & Gamble Hall for one night only on Friday, October 17 at 8:00 PM.  The event is part of the Cincinnati Arts Associations 2014-15 Season.

Tickets are on sale now at  www.CincinnatiArts.org, (513) 621-ARTS [2787], and the Aronoff Center Ticket Office.

From the bombastic and epic, to the folky and mystical, Get The Led Out has captured the essence of the recorded music of Led Zeppelin and brought it to the big concert stage. The Philadelphia-based group consists of six accomplished musicians intent on delivering Led Zeppelin’s studio recordings with all the bells and whistles. Utilizing the multi-instrumentalists at their disposal, Get The Led Out re-creates the songs in all their depth and glory with the studio overdubs that Zeppelin themselves never performed live.

Dubbed by the media as “The American Led Zeppelin,” Get The Led Out presents a two-hour-plus set that spans the mythic career of the legendary British supergroup. With a strong focus on the early years, they also touch on the deeper cuts that were seldom, if ever, heard in concert. 

Get The Led Out’s approach to their performance of this hallowed catalog is not unlike a classical performance. “Led Zeppelin are sort of the classical composers of the rock era,” says lead vocalist Paul Sinclair. “I believe 100 years from now they will be looked at as the Bach or Beethoven of our time. As cliché as it sounds, their music is timeless.”

A Get The Led Out concert mimics the “light and shade” that is the embodiment of “The Mighty Zep.” Whether it’s the passion and fury with which they deliver the blues-soaked, groove-driven rock anthems, or the delicate nature of their intimate, sit-down acoustic set (complete with a special guest female vocalist for “The Battle of Evermore”), it’s their attention to detail and nuance that makes a Get The Led Out performance a truly awe-inspiring event!

Paul Sinclair – Lead Vocals, Harmonica
Paul Hammond – Electric and Acoustic Guitars, Mandolin, Theremin
Jimmy Marchiano – Electric and Acoustic Guitars, Vocals
Billy Childs – Bass Guitar, Vocals
Andrew Lipke – Keyboards, Guitar, Vocals, Percussion
Adam Ferraioli – Drums, Percussion

Diana DeSantis, special guest vocalist on “The Battle of Evermore”

To learn more about GET THE LED OUT, visit www.gtlorocks.com.

CINCINNATI ARTS ASSOCIATION SPONSORS

  • SEASON SPONSORS:  AMERITAS (Founding Season Sponsor), FIFTH THIRD BANK (Lifetime Endowment Partner), FURNITURE FAIR, LOCAL12 WKRC, The P&G FUNDof The Greater Cincinnati Foundation
  • “CAA PRESENTS” SPONSORS:  Coldwell Banker/West Shell, Heidelberg Distributing, Macy’s, Ultimate Air Shuttle, Wells Fargo Insurance Services USA, Inc.
  • SEASON PRESENTING SPONSORS:  The Cincinnati Herald, CityBeat, Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza, Millennium Hotel, Pepsi, Skyline Chili
  • GET THE LED OUT MEDIA PARTNER (Cincinnati Engagement):  92.5 THE FOX

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July 30, 2014 · 11:22 am

MPI Announces TAKING MY TURN

MPI_Taking My TurnMariemont Players presents TAKING MY TURN, the award-winning, critically acclaimed musical about people “in their prime” performed by people “in their prime,” at the Walton Creek Theater, 4101 Walton Creek Road (just East of Mariemont), September 12 through September 28, 2014.

The score (lyrics by Will Holt and music by Gary William Friedman) includes songs from a variety of inspirations: Broadway, classical, waltzes, ballads, jazz and gospel. The spoken words (book by Robert H. Livingston) represent stories, poems, remembrances, reflections and even complaints collected from interviews with everyday senior citizens. The result is fresh, a little feisty, full of poignancy and of humor. TAKING MY TURN was the winner of the 1984 Outer Critic’s Circle Award for Best Musical.

TAKING MY TURN is directed by Dennis Murphy, music and vocal direction by John Nixon and produced by Michael Sauer and NancyAnn Storey, and features Chuck Ingram as Eric, Scott Nesbitt as John, Tony Wright as Charles, Robert Weidel as Benjamin, Betty Coulter as Dorothy, Rita Winters as Helen, Samantha Toberman as Edna and Jan Costello as Janet.

Performances will be at 8:00pm on September 12th, September 13th, September 19th, September 20th and September 26th; at 2:00pm on September 14th and September 28th; at 7:30pm on September 18th  and  September 25th; at 2:00pm & 7:00pm on September 21st; and at 3:00pm & 8:00pm on September 27th.

For more information or to order tickets for TAKING MY TURN, call Betsy at 513-684-1236 or order online at www.mariemontplayers.com. All seats are reserved and cost $20 each.

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July 29, 2014 · 12:16 pm

BTP Draws Unexpected Talent in Father-Daughter Team for OUR TOWN

Theater Group Draws Unexpected Talent
Father-daughter team one of the shows’ highlights

John Randazzo, left, tries his hand at conducting during his role as choir director Simon Stimpson in Batavia Theatre Project's production of OUR TOWN.

John Randazzo, left, tries his hand at conducting
during his role as choir director Simon Stimpson in Batavia Theatre
Project’s production of OUR TOWN.

Although he didn’t audition and never expected to take the stage again, John Randazzo, of Summerside, has the unique opportunity to act alongside his daughter in Batavia Theatre Project’s inaugural season.

John dropped his daughter, Anna, off at the first read-through and, because all roles had not yet been cast, was asked to stay and read. Batavia Theatre Project directors were so impressed with his read-through they offered him a role. “I usually only see the finished product. I drop Anna off and pick her up. Out of sheer luck I was asked to read along and ultimately asked to stay. This has been a treat,” he said.

Anna, who is entering her senior year at Glen Este High School, will be performing two lead roles this season — Hermia in “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” and Emily in “Our Town.” She hopes to pursue a career in the performing arts. “It is thrilling for me to see her at work. This is what she is passionate about, and I have gotten to have a glimpse of the process,” her father said.

John will be taking the stage for the first time since his high school play in 1984. He plays Hermia’s father in “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” as well as Simon Stimpson, the repressed choir director, in “Our Town.”

“The role of Emily is really having more of an emotional impact on me,” described John. “Even though I play Anna’s father in “Midsummer,” it is a comedy. At the last “Our Town” rehearsal, I teared up a bit when she had her final breakdown. And I reacted when she was in the white wedding dress. That was kind of a moment for me. That is probably going to wallop her mother, too.”

John said, above all, it has been a pleasure to see his daughter go through the rehearsal process and to be impressed with her ability and skill. “I’ve always been encouraging

her, but now I know she may have a future in the performing arts. I was always hoping for it, but now I’ve gotten a little bit of a confirmation on it,” he added.

Batavia Theatre Project directors Laura Haskell and Sarah Plummer were blown away by Anna’s audition and have been surprised and excited by John’s work on the two plays. “Both John and Anna bring vibrant energy to rehearsals and give other actors the responses and reactions they need to grow in their roles,” said Haskell.

John Randazzo, originally from New York City, has lived in Clermont County with his wife Beth, of Louisville, Ky., for more than 15 years. They have five children.

Performances of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” in Sycamore Park are free: Aug. 1, 2, 7, and 16 at 7 p.m. and Aug. 3 and 17 at 2 p.m. Please bring a lawn chair or blanket to enjoy the show.

Tickets for Thornton Wilder’s “Our Town,” which opens Aug. 8, may be purchased at the theater Box Office, located in the old water treatment plant at 61 Lou Darbro Place, or online at http://www.bataviatheatreproject.com. A full performance schedule for Our Town is also available online.

Batavia Theatre Project strives to work with the community to bring high-quality live theatre to Clermont County and enrich our local arts culture while enhancing tourism and patronage of existing local businesses.

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July 29, 2014 · 9:20 am

CSC’s THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (ABRIDGED) Earns 4 Stars from LCT

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Justin McCombs, Jeremy Dubin, & Nick Rose. Photo by Cal Harris.

The League of Cincinnati Theatres awards 4 Stars to the Cincinnati Shakespeare Company’s THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (ABRIDGED), playing now through August 16.

“This is a hilarious sendup of Shakespeare plays and the mystique of Shakespeare. It’s fun to watch the Shakespeare Company spoof its own product,“ says an LCT panelist. “This is clearly an ensemble piece, showing impeccable comic timing and huge energy,” the panelist  continues.

Another panelist adds, “the ensemble of Nick Rose, Jeremy Dubin, and, Justin McComb is outstanding, each having moments of brilliance.” Another notes, “The inclusion of rap, the engagement or interaction with the audience, the superb energy of the actors all added up to make it an enjoyable evening.”

Tickets to “Complete Works” can be purchased by calling  513-381-2273 or contacting www.cincyshakes.com.

Nominations for LCT awards will be determined and announced at the end of the season and winners awarded at the annual LCT gala in the spring.  LCT panelists are volunteer representatives from the theatre community and theatre audiences.

The League of Cincinnati Theatres was founded in 1999 to strengthen, nurture and promote Cincinnati’s theatre community. LCT provides its member companies and individual members with education, resources and services to enhance the quality and exposure of the theatre community in Cincinnati and increase community awareness, attendance and involvement. More information about the League can be found at www.leagueofcincytheatres.com.

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July 25, 2014 · 1:30 pm

VOI Presents THE MUSIC MAN Concert Version

Voices of Indiana Presents Meredith Willson’s
THE MUSIC MAN CONCERT VERSION

VOI_logoLawrenceburg, IN – Voices of Indiana presents Meredith Willson’s THE MUSIC MAN CONCERT VERSION Friday, August 1st and Saturday, August 2nd at 7:00 p.m. in the Lawrenceburg High School Auditorium. (Book, music and lyrics by Meredith Willson, concert adaptation by Evans Haile.) Drawing talented performers from throughout the area, the cast includes youth participants in grades 4-12 and adults. Directed by Susan Herrick and Jennifer Eliason, THE MUSIC MAN CONCERT VERSION is a musical show piece featuring light staging and choreography, and the beloved music from this Broadway classic. Admission is $10 for adults or $5 for students; tickets are available at the door (cash or check accepted).

The role of fast-talking charmer Harold Hill is being played by Kevin Stanford, a resident of Cincinnati (Madeira); Lawrenceburg resident and high school senior Sydney Orndorff plays Marian (the librarian). “The patter songs are a fun challenge,” said Mr. Stanford of the distinctive rhythmic lyrics that define the role. Miss Orndorff likes that she can play up the comedic aspects of her character: “Marian is such a joy to portray; she fits my personality, and her songs are beautiful.” Of the experience of participating in the Voices of Indiana program, Miss Orndorff adds, “I have enjoyed watching and getting to know the other actors – they are just so skilled!”

Show Synopsis: An affectionate paean to Smalltown, U.S.A. of a bygone era, Meredith Willson’s THE MUSIC MAN follows fast-talking traveling salesman Harold Hill as he cons the people of River City, Iowa into buying instruments and uniforms for a boys’ band he vows to organize – this despite the fact he doesn’t know a trombone from a treble clef. His plans to skip town with the cash are foiled when he falls for Marian the librarian, who transforms him into a respectable citizen by curtain’s fall.

An Education that Sings: Voices of Indiana was formed in 2001 by current Creative Director Susan Herrick, under the Dearborn Highland Arts Council, and became an independent organization in 2006. Featuring nearly 100 young people from the Tri-State, ranging from second grade through high school, Young Voices is the flagship program of Voices of Indiana.

Voices of Indiana presents
Meredith Willson’s THE MUSIC MAN CONCERT VERSION
August 1 & 2
7:00 PM

Tickets: $10 adults, $5 students
(credit cards not accepted)

Lawrenceburg High School Auditorium
100 Tiger Blvd
Lawrenceburg, IN 47025

Voices of Indiana is a recognized 501c3 not-for-profit educational organization. Young Voices seeks to educate children through learning and sharing the gift of music by nurturing a singer’s heart, mind and soul. www.VoicesofIndiana.org. www.facebook.com/voicesofindiana.

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