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THE GAME’S AFOOT at CTC

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HIGHLAND HEIGHTS, KY – The Commonwealth Theatre Company at Northern Kentucky University opens its 2014 Summer Dinner Theatre season.

THE GAME’S AFOOT by Ken Ludwig kicks off the summer running June 11 to June 29. It is December 1936 and Broadway star William Gillette, admired the world over for his leading role in the play Sherlock Holmes, has invited his fellow cast-members to his Connecticut castle for a weekend of revelry. But when one of the guests is stabbed to death, the festivities in this isolated house of tricks and mirrors quickly turn dangerous. Then it’s up to Gillette himself, as he assumes the persona of his beloved Holmes, to track down the killer before the next victim appears. The danger and hilarity are non-stop in this glittering whodunit set during the Christmas holidays.

Among the cast of CTC newcomers and veterans are NKU faculty members Sandra Forman, Mike King, and Christine Jones. Current NKU student Jennifer Rhodenhiser and CCM Drama student Spencer House are making their CTC debuts. The cast is rounded out by Rodger Pille, Liz Comstock, and Mindy Heithaus.

Directed by Corrie Danieley

PRICES:

  • Single Dinner & Show: $30
  • Two Dinner & Show Package: $55 (YOU SAVE $5!)
  • Show Only: $15 (In very limited supply and seating restrictions)

SHOW & DINNER TIMES:

Tuesday – Saturday: Dinner at 6:30pm Show at 8pm (seating for dinner begins at 6pm) Sunday: Dinner at 5pm and Show at 6:30pm (seating for dinner begins at 4:30pm)

For more information and tickets call the NKU Fine Arts Box Office at 859.572.5464.

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TCP Announces 2014-2015 Season

TCP_logoTricounty Players proudly announces their 2014-2015 season and directors. All show will be performed at the Sharonville Fine Arts Center.

The Search for Tinker Doyle
Directed by Connie Bishop
Show dates Oct10, 11, 12, 16,17
This is a regional premiere of a comedy by Kentucky author, Elizabeth Orndorff

When Charlie McConnell takes his wife on a 30th anniversary trip to Northern Ireland, he thinks he’s killing two birds with one stone: conduct a little business in trying to secure Carrickfergus as the Sister City to Sharonville, Oh, where he is mayor, and alsogive his wife the trip to Ireland she has always wanted. But his wife, Eleanor, has other plans: she wants to try to find TINKER DOYLE, with whom she had a summer romance 35 years ago

Dial M for Murder
Directors: Mary Benken and Gregory Charles Vaughn
Show dates Feb. 13, 1 4, 15, 20, 21

A classic mystery. Tony Wendice has married his wife, Margot, for her money and plans to murder her for the same reason. He arranges the perfect murder. He blackmails a scoundrel he used to know into strangling her, and arranges a brilliant alibi for himself. But the murderer gets murdered and the victim survives, only to be charged with murder herself! Luckily, the police inspector and a young man are willing to search for the truth.

The Whales of August
Directed by Gregg Robertson
Show dates April 17, 18, 19,24, 25

A charming drama. Elizabeth Strong, the eldest of two widowed sisters and Sarah Walker, much younger and still incurably romantic, face the challenges that life brings. Wistful and autumnal in mood, the two have come to decisions which are both momentous and filled with the bittersweet recognition that their lives, despite the alterations of time, continue on and they must find their own joys.

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ALTON BROWN LIVE! | Sat., Nov. 1 | Aronoff Center‏

ALTON BROWN ANNOUNCES NEW US TOUR DATES

“Alton Brown Live! The Edible Inevitable Tour” Visits
Cincinnati’s Aronoff Center on November 1, 2014

CAA_Alton Brown(Cincinnati, OH) – Renowned foodist and television personality Alton Brown today announced the return of Alton Brown Live! The Edible Inevitable Tour, on the heels of the successful inaugural run to 46 U.S. cities. Over 100,000 tickets were sold for the Food Network star’s show, featuring a pinch of comedy, talk show antics, a multimedia lecture, live music (he sings!) and a dash of “extreme” food experimentation (ponchos are provided for those in the first few rows), and of course…puppets. Enthusiastic fans and critics have raved about the interactive component where Brown invites audience members on stage to serve as his assistant.

Brown will bring Alton Brown Live! The Edible Inevitable Tour to the Aronoff Center’s Procter & Gamble Hall on Saturday, November 1, 2014 at 8:00 PM. Tickets go on sale Friday, June 6 at 10:00 AM and are available at http://www.CincinnatiArts.org, (513) 621-ARTS [2787], and the Aronoff Center Ticket Office. Group discount tickets for 10 or more are available by calling (513) 977-4157. The event is part of the Cincinnati Arts Association’s 2014-15 Season.

“We have combined science, music, food, and a few other things no one in his right mind would allow me to do on TV, into a two hour extravaganza that’s fun for the whole family,” says Brown. He has been cultivating the show’s material for about a decade and wrote most of the musical numbers which all take a comedic look at food.

Brown, author of seven books, including the James Beard Award-winning I’m Just Here for the Food and The New York Times best-selling sequence Good Eats, has hosted numerous food series including Iron Chef America. He currently serves as host on the game show Cutthroat Kitchen and as a mentor/judge on Food Network Star, which premiers its 10th season on June 1. Brown created, produced, and hosted the Peabody Award-winning series Good Eats” for thirteen years on Food Network, which still can be seen on the Cooking Channel.

Those craving Brownian wit and wisdom from its truest source can find additional show and ticketing information at www.altonbrowntour.com

About Alton Brown
Although Alton Brown spent plenty of time in his mom’s kitchen growing up, his real interest in food sparked in college when he discovered that girls who said “no” to dates sometimes said “yes” if he offered to cook for them. His social life may have not ignited, but the food spark did, and after spending a decade behind the camera in the commercial industry, he headed to culinary school in hopes of one day creating a new kind of cooking show. Good Eats, the show that Brown would go on to write, produce, and host ran for thirteen straight years on Food Network before making the jump to Cooking Channel where it airs today. Combining food science, pop culture, skit humor, innovative cooking, and the occasional belching puppet, Good Eats has millions of fans and garnered a coveted Peabody Award for broadcast excellence.

About MagicSpace Entertainment
Alton Brown Live is produced by MagicSpace Entertainment. The company is headed by Lee D. Marshall, Joe Marsh, John Ballard, Steve Boulay, and Bruce Granath, and has been producing and presenting national tours, Broadway shows, concerts, and museum exhibits worldwide for over thirty years. Consistently one of the top promoters in North America, MagicSpace Entertainment typically produces and presents more than 250 events in 75 cities per year. They have offices in Park City and Salt Lake City, UT. www.magicspace.net

CINCINNATI ARTS ASSOCIATION SPONSORS

SEASON SPONSORS: AMERITAS (Founding Season Sponsor), FIFTH THIRD BANK (Lifetime Endowment Partner), FURNITURE FAIR, LOCAL12 WKRC, The P&G FUND of The Greater Cincinnati Foundation

SEASON PRESENTING SPONSORS: Cincinnati Herald, Coldwell Banker/West Shell, CityBeat, Heidelberg Distributing, Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza, Millennium Hotel, Pepsi, Skyline Chili, Ultimate Air Shuttle

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Bart’s Bards Returns to Stage with JOSEPH

Bart’s Bards Returns to Stage with
JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT

Cast members rehearse for Bart’s Bards production of JOSEPH & THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT‏. Photo by Hugh Staples images.

Cast members rehearse for Bart’s Bards production of JOSEPH & THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT‏. Photo by Hugh Staples images.

(Finneytown, Ohio) After a three year hiatus, Bart’s Bards are back, bigger than ever. This year, Bart’s Bards will be presenting “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” for five shows during one weekend, June 19-22. With lyrics by Tim Rice and music by Andrew Lloyd Webber, the tale of a young man with the gift to interpret dreams who rises from slavery to be Pharaoh’s most trusted advisor is brought to life on the Ray Sowell Commemorative Stage. This family-friendly production features song styles including calypso, western, disco and rock and roll that will appeal to all ages and musical preferences.

“It is exciting to be back in the Fr. Krumpe Center!” said Director Fred Hunt, “we have a terrific production staff supporting some of the most talented performers in the area.” Mr. Hunt directed the last show produced by Bart’s Bards, 2011’s Wizard of Oz. “That show delighted audiences and enabled the group to donate more to local charities than ever before. This show is going to take the group to new heights. I can think of no better show to return with than Joseph,” Hunt added. A cast of 78 adults and children will take to the stage for the production.

“Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” won the Tony award for Best Musical in 1982. In 1999, a video version with Donny Osmond in the title role was released, directed by David Mallet. The show takes place many centuries ago, not long after the bible began. It is the story of Joseph and his coat of many colors from the Bible’s book of Genesis. According to Mr. Hunt, “With Music Direction by Brian Bisig and Choreography by Laurie Murphy, Bart’s Bards’ version of the show will deliver some of the best vocal and dancing performances you will see this year!”

Performances of “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” will be held June 19th-22nd at St. Bartholomew’s Fr. Wm. Krumpe Center where Fleming Road meets Winton Road at the edge of Finneytown. Show times are Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings at 8 pm, and Saturday and Sunday afternoon at 2 pm. All seats are reserved. Prices are $10 for adults, and $8 for seniors and students. For additional information or to order tickets, call 513.522.3680 and leave callback information or email info@bartsbards.org.

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CSC Finishes Season with Noel Coward’s PRIVATE LIVES

Cincinnati Shakespeare Company Presents Finishes out their Season with Noel Coward’s Sparkling Comedy, PRIVATE LIVES!

It’s a beautiful honeymoon.  Too bad they are divorced.

Brent Vimtrup as Victor, Kelly Mengelkoch as Amanda, Jeremy Dubin as Elyot and Sara Clark as Sibyl, in  Cincinnati Shakespeare’s Production of Noel Coward’s “Private Lives” June 6-29, 2014, directed by D. Lynn  Meyers. Performances are located at CSC’s Theatre , 719 Race Street in downtown Cincinnati. Tickets are $22-35 and  are available online at cincyshakes.com or by calling the box office 513.381.2273. Photo by Cal Harris.

Brent Vimtrup as Victor, Kelly Mengelkoch as Amanda, Jeremy Dubin as Elyot and Sara Clark as Sibyl. Photo by Cal Harris.

CINCINNATI, May 15, 2014 — Cincinnati Shakespeare is pleased to present the final production in their 20th Anniversary season, Noel Coward’s PRIVATE LIVES.  This sparkling comedy is the perfect ending to a fantastic season at Cincinnati Shakespeare Company!  The design is generously sponsored by Thompson Hine.

Amanda  (Kelly Mengelkoch) and Elyot’s (Jeremy Dubin) first marriage was so vicious it nearly killed them, so imagine their surprise when five years later, each remarried and on their respective honeymoons, they find themselves in adjacent suites. The sparks start flying, and soon reignite a passion too powerful to fight. Noel Coward’s trademark wit sparkles in this urbane comedy about the fine line between love and loathing.

The first production of PRIVATE LIVES opened at the new Phoenix Theatre in London in 1930, starring Noel Coward, Gertrude Lawrence, Adrianne Allen and a young Laurence Olivier. A Broadway production followed in 1931, and the play has been revived at least a half dozen times each in the West End and on Broadway. The leading roles have attracted a wide range of actors; among those who have succeeded Mr. Coward as Elyot are Robert Stephens, Richard Burton, Alan Rickman and Matthew Macfadyen, and successors to Ms. Lawrence as Amanda have included Tallulah Bankhead, Elizabeth Taylor, Maggie Smith and Kim Cattrall.  The play was made into a 1931 film and has been adapted several times for television and radio.

This production features long time ensemble members, and real life married couple, Kelly Mengelkoch and Jeremy Dubin.  Fourteenth year company member, Jeremy Dubin is an audience favorite, bringing down the house nightly in comedic roles such as John Worthing in “The Importance of Being Earnest”, Sherlock Holmes in “The Hound of the Baskervilles”, and Launce in “The Two Gentlemen of Verona”.  Another company favorite is tenth season company member, Kelly Mengelkoch, most recently seen on stage as Hippolyta in “The Two Noble Kinsmen” as well as appearing on stage at Playhouse in the Park and Ensemble Theater Cincinnati.

Sara Clark and Brent Vimtrup are also featured in this production and were both most recently seen on the CSC stage in “The Two Noble Kinsmen”.  Sara is also a long time cast member of CSC’s hilarious annual sold out production of “Every Christmas Story Ever Told” among her many critically applauded roles during her 8 seasons at CSC.  Audience have been enthralled with new comer Brent Vimtrup since he arrived in Cincinnati 4 years ago, especially his recent critically acclaimed performance as the title role of Hamlet.  He also has impressive comedic chops delighting audiences in “The Hound of the Baskervilles” and as the entertaining Algernon in “The Importance of Being Earnest” last season.

Cincinnati Shakespeare is pleased to welcome D. Lynn Meyers back to the director’s chair.  Her last project at Cincinnati Shakespeare was 2011’s critical and box office hit production of Jane Austen’s “Pride and Prejudice” adapted by Jon Jory. She is the Producing Artistic Director of the Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati where she has directed over 80 world and regional premieres. Her Off Broadway work includes “Traveler in the Dark” and “Max and Maxie” at the York Theatre. She is a member of the Casting Society of America and her favorite casting credit is as Location Director for “The Shawshank Redemption”.  She is a member of the Board of Trustees of Thomas More College and was a finalist for the Zelda Fischandler Award which recognizes directors whose artistic work is strongly contributing to their community.

Performances of PRIVATE LIVES are scheduled from June 6-29, 2014 on Thursday, Friday & Saturday evenings at 7:30pm and Sundays at 2pm.  Preview performances are on Wednesday June 4 and Thursday June 5 at 7:30pm and tickets are $20.  Special events for this production include a GLBT Night on June 5. The theater is located at 719 Race Street, downtown Cincinnati, two blocks west of the Aronoff Center.  Single ticket prices range from $22-$31 on Thursdays and Sundays and from $26-$35 on Fridays and Saturdays.  If available, $14 student rush tickets may be purchased 30 minutes before a show with a valid student ID.  Visa, Discover, MasterCard, and American Express are accepted.  Ticketing fees may apply.  Discounts are available for students, seniors and groups as well as Enjoy the Arts and AAA members.  To purchase tickets or for more information, call the CSC Box Office at 513.381.BARD (2273) ext. 1, or go online at www.cincyshakes.com.

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About the 20th Anniversary Season:
The 20th Anniversary is generously sponsored by The Otto M. Budig Family Foundation.  Cincinnati Shakespeare Company receives operating support from The Ohio Arts Council, the Shubert Foundation and is supported, in part, by the generosity of thousands of individuals and businesses that give annually to ArtsWave. The season design sponsor is Mark & Sue Ann Painter.  Production dates and information on the 20th Anniversary are available online atwww.cincyshakes.com. The Ohio Arts Council helped fund this program/organization with state tax dollars to encourage economic growth, educational excellence and cultural enrichment for all Ohioans.

About Cincinnati Shakespeare Company:
Cincinnati Shakespeare Company is a professional theatre company dedicated to bringing Shakespeare and the classics to life for audiences of all ages.  Located in the heart of downtown Cincinnati, CSC produces a dozen mainstage productions each season.  The repertoire is made up of the works of William Shakespeare, literary adaptations and contemporary classics. CSC performs on a Small Professional Theatre contract with Actors’ Equity Association. Cincinnati Shakespeare is a member of the Theater Communications Group and the Shakespeare Theater Association.  Cincinnati Shakespeare Company’s Education and Outreach Programs reached nearly 30,000 young people and underserved community members last season by taking Shakespeare into schools, parks, community centers and by hosting educational matinees of mainstage productions at its home on Race Street. This season, CSC is proud to become one of only five theaters in the United States to “Complete the Canon” by producing all 38 plays by William Shakespeare. CSC is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization and all donations are tax deductible.  Cincinnati Shakespeare Company is proud to be Cincinnati’s stage for the classics!

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Performance Schedule:

  • Wednesday June 4th at 7:30 pm*
  • Thursday June 5th at 7:30 pm*+
  • Friday June 6th at 7:30 pm
  • Saturday June 7th at 7:30 pm
  • Thursday June 12th at 7:30 pm
  • Friday June 13th at 7:30 pm
  • Saturday June 14th at 7:30 pm
  • Sunday June 15th at 2:00 pm
  • Thursday June 19th at 7:30 pm
  • Friday June 20th at 7:30 pm
  • Saturday June 21st at 7:30 pm
  • Sunday June 22nd at 2:00 pm
  • Thursday June 26th at 7:30 pm
  • Friday June 27th at 7:30 pm
  • Saturday June 28th at 7:30 pm
  • Sunday June 29th at 2:00 pm

*Preview night, tickets $20
+GLBT Night

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