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May 30, 2014 · 9:57 am

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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March 13, 2014 · 12:55 pm

Audition Accompanist Needed for BB’s JOSEPH…

MISC_keyboardHELP! We need a pianist for auditions for JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT presented by Bart’s Bards.

Auditions will consist of playing accompaniment from sheet music provided by the Auditioners.

Auditions are:

  • Saturday, March 22nd 1-4 PM
  • Sunday, March 23rd 6-9 PM
  • Tuesday, March 25th 6-9 PM
  • Saturday, March 29th 1-4 PM (Possible callbacks) 

Unfortunately, we do not have a budget for this – we are looking for people who could volunteer out of the kindness of their hearts.

Please contact Fred Hunt (nwlsdhunt@fuse.net or 513.266.6755) if you can help on any or all of these dates.

Thanks in advance!

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March 3, 2014 · 11:27 am

Bart’s Bards Announces Auditions for JOSEPH…

BB_logoBart’s Bards will hold auditions for JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT:

  • Saturday, March 22, 2014, 1 – 4 pm
  • Sunday, March 23, 2014, 6 – 9 pm
  • Tuesday, March 25, 2014, 6 – 9 pm\
  • (If necessary, Callbacks will be held on Saturday, March 29, 2014, 1 – 4 pm) 

No appointment necessary – Auditioners will be taken in the approximate order of arrival. There is a part for everyone 6 years and up. Come join our ministry/theater family!

All auditions will be held in the Krumpe Activity Center located behind St. Bartholomew Catholic Church, 9375 Winton Road, 45231 in Finneytown.

Requirements: Auditioners should prepare an excerpt (16-32 bars) that best represents his/her voice and bring sheet music for the accompanist in the proper key. No a cappella or recorded music auditions please. Auditioners may be asked to learn a brief dance routine. Please wear shoes and clothing for comfortable movement.

* If auditioning for the role of Pharaoh, please be prepared to display your best Elvis impression!

Rehearsals begin: Saturday, April 12, 2014

Performance dates: June 19-22, 2011 (2 performances on June 21st)

Please be prepared to provide all conflicts during the rehearsal period (4/12-6/22).

The Show: Lyrics by Tim Rice; Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber – Performed by special arrangement with R&H Theatricals.

The Biblical saga of Joseph and his coat of many colors comes to life in this delightful musical parable. Joseph, his father’s favorite son, is a boy blessed with prophetic dreams. When he is sold into slavery by his jealous brothers and taken to Egypt, Joseph endures a series of adventures in which his spirit and humanity are continually challenged. Set to an engaging cornucopia of musical styles, from country-western and calypso to bubble-gum pop and rock ‘n’ roll, this Old Testament tale emerges both timely and timeless.

Fred Hunt, Director
Brian Bisig, Music Director
Laurie Murphy, Choreographer
Erica Mason and Carrie Vogel, Producers

** Bart’s Bards is dedicated to promoting Christian fellowship through the performing arts. As such, all involved are invited to join us in celebrating the gifts God has given us to share with each other and our audiences.

If you have questions about the production, please feel free to contact the director, Fred Hunt (nwlsdhunt@fuse.net or 513.266.6755).

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May 29, 2011 · 4:06 pm

THE WIZARD OF OZ runs June 23-26

THE WIZARD OF OZ
Presented by Bart’s Bards
June 23-26
Springfield Township 

  • Thu-Fri, June 23-24 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, June 25 at 2pm & 8pm
  • Sun, June 26 at 2pm

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May 23, 2011 · 11:57 am

UPDATED: Coming to Local Stages in June

Added performances in blue.

The cast of Ensemble Theatre of Cincinnati's THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES: Denise Devlin as Cindy Lou, Mia Gentile as Missy, Brooke Rucidlo as Suzy, & Sara Mackie as Betty Jean; return for the sequel, WINTER WONDERETTES, running June 24-July 24. Photo by Sandy Underwood.

  • THE CINCY FRINGE FESTIVAL presented by Know Theatre of Cincinanti. The performances are scheduled June 1-12.
  • GOD’S FAVORITE presented by the Showboat Majestic. The first show of the season actually on the boat (if the river cooperates). June 1-19.
  • A BIG GAY CINCINNATI WEDDING being performed at The Cabaret (the newly relaunched space above Below Zero Lounge). June 2-11.
  • Wright State University closes their season with BARNABY RUDGE PART ONE, the first half of the stage adaptation of the novel by Charles Dickens. Running June 3-5 in the Herbst Theatre.
  • Xenia Area Community Theater closes their season with the Mary Chase classic, HARVEY. The story of a man and his invisible friend, a rabbit.  June 3-12.
  • Returning for another summer production is THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE ABRIDGED presented by the Cincinnati Shakespeare Company, June 3-26.
  •  The East Side Players open their first of two summer musicals outside at the Blue Ash Recreation Center Amphitheater. Rodgers and Hemmerstein’s CINDERELLA runs June 9-18.
  •  Closing out their season with a Fourth Wall production (limited run of only two weeks) is Falcon Theater’s production of the reverse-time musical THE LAST FIVE YEARS. June 10-18.
  •  trueTheatre has added a new show to their season and what they promise as a annual event. trueFRINGE features five storytellers (all artists in this year’s fringe festival) sharing true, personal stories—this time, about life in-and-around the theatre.  One performance only on June 11. Recent trueTheatre productions have sold out weeks in advance.
  • Her version of Spider-Man may have been a flop, but you can catch Julie Taymor’s visually-stunning, DISNEY’S THE LION KING presented by The Victoria Theatre Association. Performances run June 14-July 10. Ticket availability is probably limited.
  • Commonwealth Theatre Company kicks off the NKU Summer Dinner Theatre with the musical MAKE SOMEONE HAPPY, a revue of the songs of Jule Syne. Performances run June 15-26. This series is extremely popular and sells out early.
  • Encore Theater Company kicks off their summer season with ALTAR BOYZ. Performances run for one weekend, June 16-18.
  • Kincaid Regional Theatre kicks-off its two-show summer season with ON THE OTHER SIDE OF THE FENCE. A story about two farms seperated by a big, strong fence.  The farmers on either side of the fence refuse to let the animals of the individual farms have anything to do with each other because of a long standing feud.  One little pig from Farmer Frankin’s farm and another little pit from Farmer Fred’s farm fall in love and run away. June 17-24.
  • The Steven Dietz drama, THE LAST OF THE BOYS, runs June 23-July 1 at the Brookville Community Theatre.
  • This year, Bart’s Bards annual summer musical is THE WIZARD OF OZ. Performances of the family-friendly show are June 23-26.
  • Ensemble Theatre of Cincinnati cools things off in Over-the-Rhine with WINTER WONDERETTES. All four actresses reprise their roles from the 2010 production, THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES. Runs June 24-July 24.

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