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DREAMGIRLS Runs March 15-24

CBTC_Dreamgirls logoDREAMGIRLS
Cincinnati Black Theatre Company
March 15-24
Renew Community Church [Mt. Airy]

DREAMGIRLS follows the story of a black, all-girl singing trio from Chicago call “The Dreams” and the behind-the-scenes reality of the entertainment industry. At first, the Dreams’ manager falls in love with the lead singer, Effie. Later, he abandons her both romantically and professionally, replacing her with someone thinner. Eventually, Ellie manages to recover from the blow and builds a successful career going solo. In the end, during the group’s farewell appearance, Ellie is reunited with the Dreams resulting in a happy ending for all.

  • Thu-Fri, March 15-16 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, March 17 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Thu-Fri, March 22-23 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, March 24 at 2pm & 7:30pm 

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BLACK NATIVITY Runs Dec. 2-9

CBTC_Black NativityBLACK NATIVITY
Cincinnati Black Theatre Company
Dec. 2-9
World of Deliverance, Family Life Center [Forest Park]

The “Black Nativity” originated in 1961 and was performed Off-Broadway by Langston Hughes. The modified celebration of the birth of Jesus exhibits more than just another Christmas production. This illustrious story is filled with joyfulness as it expresses one of the Bible’s most prevailing narratives that took place in Bethlehem over 2,000 years ago. The spirited performance is presented with a taste of African American flavor.  “Black Nativity” articulates not only the story of Jesus’ birth, but also the splendiferous sound of Gospel music! The production is a commemoration of how many celebrate the amazing story Jesus being born of the Virgin Mary both nationally and internationally. The “Black Nativity” is a recurring favorite and CBTC is elated to feature a new exhilarating and diverse show each and every year. The production is filled with impactful sounds of music, praise and worship, song and dance, bursts of energetic, astounding costuming, and prophetic storytelling! What a grand experience this will be.

  • Sat, Dec. 2 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Fri, Dec. 8 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, Dec. 9 at 2pm & 7:30pm

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THE WIZ Runs Sept. 30-Oct. 2

cbtc_the-wiz-logoTHE WIZ
Cincinnati Black Theatre Company
Sept. 30-Oct. 2
Mt. St. Joseph College [Delhi Township]

The Tony Award Winning Broadway Musical, The WIZ, is a soulful adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. Best known from the 1978 film feature The WIZ featuring Michael Jackson and Diana Ross. CBTC will feature another spectacular, fan-rousing rendition of this ever popular story of Dorothy and her adventures in OZ.

  • Sept. 30 at 7:30pm
  • Oct. 1 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Oct. 2 at 4pm

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Auditions Announced for BLACK NATIVITY presented by Cincinnati Black Theatre Company

CBTC_logoCincinnati Black Theatre Company’s annual feature, BLACK NATIVITY, is looking for Choirs, Gospel Singers, Praise Dancers, and Musicians!

Ages 6 and up (under age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent and or adult).

Please expect to wait and dress comfortably for movement. Come prepared with-

  • 1 minute monologue
  • 1 minute song selection
  • 1 minute dance piece
  • Current head shot
  • Performance Resume
  • Arrive in enough time for registration

Anyone interested in stage crew, costuming, set design, makeup, etc. is welcome to stop by auditions to complete an application. Please bring your resume with you.

Questions? Email CincyBlackTheatre@gmail.com

Saturday August 6 & 27, 2016  10am-2pm

Auditions will be held at
Carl H. Lindner Family YMCA
1425 Linn Street
Cincinnati, OH 45214

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Auditions Announced for THE WIZ at Cincinnati Black Theatre Company

CBTC_logoTHE WIZ Auditions
Saturday, May 21, 2016 from 10am-2pm

Carl H. Lindner Family, 1425 Linn Street, Cinti,OH 45214

Theatrical singers, actors, actresses and dancers & musicians
Ages 6 and up
*All under age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent and or adult

Be prepared to wait, dress comfortably for movement.

Prepare:

  • 1 minute monologue
  • 1 minute song selection
  • 1 minute dance piece
  • Current head shot
  • Performance Resume
  • Arrive in enough time for registration

For more information: 513-241-6060, cincyblacktheatre@gmail.com

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