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July 23, 2014 · 2:26 pm

CLP Announces Auditions for GREATER TUNA

CLPCincinnati Landmark Productions will hold auditions for GREATER TUNA on Sunday, September 14 and Monday, September 15, 2014, 6:30 – 9:30 pm.

Auditions will be held at the Covedale Center for the Performing Arts, 4990 Glenway Avenue in West Price Hill.

Requirements: 2 Adult Male comedy actors. MUST HAVE A RESUME listing theatrical experience in order to audition. A headshot/picture is appreciated but not required. Auditionees will be asked to read from the script.

GREATER TUNA
By Jason Williams, Ed Howard and Joe Sears
January 22 – February 15, 2015

What do Arles Struvie, Thurston Wheelis, Aunt Pearl, Petey Fisk, Phineas Blye and Rev. Spikes have in common? In this hilarious send-up of small town morals and mores, they are all among the upstanding citizens of Tuna, Texas’ third smallest town. The play’s two actors play all twenty characters in a revolving parade of uproarious situations. This show’s so much fun you might want to move to the Lone Star state to meet all these crazy, fun folks! Greater Tuna is one of the most produced plays in American theatre history! Bob Brunner, Director; Laura Weil, Production Stage Manager

Rehearsals begin: Sunday, December 14, 2014

Performance dates: January 22 – February 15, 2015

Here are some of the characters:

  • THURSTON WHEELIS, folksy radio host
  • ELMER WATKINS, head of Klan 249
  • BERTHA BUMILLER, beleagured housewife
  • YIPPY, half rat-terrier, half chihuahua
  • LEONARD CHILDERS, radio station owner and talk-show host
  • PEARL BURRAS, chicken farmer known for poisoning dogs
  • R.R. SNAVELY, drunken UFOlogist
  • REV. SPIKES, cliche spouting preacher
  • SHERIFF GIVENS, clueless long arm of the law
  • HANK BUMILLER, Bertha’s philandering husband
  • ARLES STRUVIE, wise cracking radio host
  • DIDI SNAVELY, owner of Didi’s Used Weapons
  • HAROLD DEAN LATTIMER, the weatherman
  • PETEY FISK, the one-man Greater Tuna Humane Society
  • JODY BUMILLER, Bertha’s youngest son who collects stray dogs
  • STANLEY BUMILLER, Bertha’s other son, a reform school graduate
  • CHARLENE BUMILLER, Stanley’s twin sister, a cheerleader reject
  • CHAD HARTFORD, a reporter from Houston
  • PHINAS BLYE, a near-sighted perennial political candidate
  • VERA CARP, society matron and vice-president of the Smut Snatchers of the New Order

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July 21, 2014 · 11:41 am

THE WILL ROGERS FOLLIES Runs Aug. 21-31

CCPA_Will Rogers FolliesTHE WILL ROGERS FOLLIES
Presented by Covedale Center for the Performing Arts
Aug. 21-31
West Price Hill

Directed by by Matthew Wilson
Music directed by Michael Kennedy
Choreographed by Kate Glasheen-Dentino

Cast: Matt Dentino as Will Rogers, Michelle Wells as Betty Blake, Harold Murphy as Clem Rogers, Jordan Darnell as Freddie, Alexander Mullins as Will Rogers Jr. Peter Godsey as James & Mariah Reynolds as Mary Rogers
Cowboys: Tyler Kuhlman, Robert Breslin, Kelcey Steele & Steffen Whorton
Ziegfield Girls: Madeline Lynch, Macy Martin, Ellen Ehrsam, Annie Mulcahey, Jen Martin, Jules Shumate, Dorsey Ziller, Alison Evans & Afton Shephard

Will Rogers was a unique American who, though he died almost sixty years ago, remains a beloved figure remembered for his humor, his wisdom, and his just plain common sense. At the heart of his populist philosophy was his most famous statement: “I never met a man I didn’t like.” Rogers became the biggest, most popular, and highest paid star of every existing medium of his time–stage, screen, radio, newspapers, and public appearances. In fact, it is no exaggeration to say that he was the greatest star this country has ever produced.

  • Thu, Aug. 21 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, Aug. 22-23 at 8pm
  • Sun, Aug. 24 at 2pm
  • Thu, Aug. 28 at 7:30pm
  • Fri, Aug. 29 at 8pm
  • Sat, Aug. 30 at 2pm & 8pm
  • Sun, Aug. 31 at 2pm

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June 23, 2014 · 2:27 pm

CCPA’s THE SUNSHINE BOYS Earns 4 Star LCT Rating

Dave Roth as Al Lewis & Herb DuVal as Willie Clark.

Dave Roth as Al Lewis & Herb DuVal as Willie Clark.

Covedale Theatre’s production of THE SUNSHINE BOYS is a crowd pleaser, earning 4 stars from The League of Cincinnati Theatres. It is running at the Covedale Theatre until June 29.

Panelists call it a “Great rendition of what is considered Neil Simon’s funniest play.”

“Herb DuVal (Willie) and Dave Roth (Al) delivered their lines like they were written for them,” said one panelist. “Their keen sense of timing and delivery told the story of these two cantankerous men who spent years working together in Vaudeville.” The team broke up due to a forgotten disagreement. “Down deep, they actually care for each other,” the panelist continued. Another added, “DuVal’s portrayal of Willie Clark was top notch. He was able to be both funny and compelling at the same time.”

Panelists also praised the set designed by Brett Bowling, “It was delightfully rich and intricate. It looked like a seedy hotel that an old actor would stay in. The photos on the wall of old celebrities were marvelous and it was great that a photo of the actor playing Al Lewis was pinned to the dart board and had drawn-in devil horns.”

Contact www.cincinnatilandmarkproductions.com for tickets to THE SUNSHINE BOYS.

League of Cincinnati Theatre panelists evaluate productions on a 5 star scale and recommend shows at either a 4 star or 5 star level. 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.

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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June 23, 2014 · 2:19 pm

FOOTLOOSE Runs July 23-Aug. 3

Christine Oswald as Ariel Moore & Anthony Boeing as Ren McCormick, Photo by Mikki Schaffner.

Christine Oswald as Ariel Moore & Anthony Boeing as Ren McCormick, Photo by Mikki Schaffner.

FOOTLOOSE
Presented by Cincinnati Young People’s Theatre
July 23-Aug. 3
West Price Hill

Directed by Tim Perrino
Music directed by Steve Goers
Choreographed by Maggie Perrino

Cast: Toney Boeing (Ren McCormick), Christine Oswald (Ariel Moore),Kalie Kaimann (Rusty), Jimmy Franklin (Willard Hewitt), Reggie Hemphill (Reverend Shaw Moore), Lindsey Mullen (Vi Moore), Royce Louden (Chuck Cranston), Holly Meyer (Ethel McCormack), Maggie Mahoney (LuLu Warnicker), Kyle Schulte (West Warnicker), Adam Greivenkamp (Cowboy Bob/Coach Dunbar), Jessica Lawrence (Wendy Jo), Mikayla Renfrow (Urleen), Eva Weber (Irene), Allyson Woellert (Eleanor Dunbar), Xander Wells (Travis), Cameron Nalley (Bickle), Jake Schuster (Garvin), Cian Steele (Lyle), Ashton Francis (Betty Blast)
Ensemble: Grant Bagshaw, Delaney Baum, Natalie Bellamy, Dani Brockmann, Anna Burger, Marisa Chastain, Grace Davis, Riley Davis, Christian De Stasi, Rachel Engelhardt, Emily Egner, Kate Gandenberger, Gardy Gilbert, Tyler Gilkey, Andy Girmann, Tanner Gleeson, Adam Hambrick, Brittany Harris, Colleen Hart, Brandon Hester, Maria Huey, Lauren Humpert, Brianna Jones, Kassidy Kaimann, Erin Klumb, Kayla Lennon, Skylar Martinez, Declan McDonough, Clare Miller, Gilliam Miller, Franchesca Montazemi, Danielle Mouch, Makensie Neville, Rachael Petranek, Mandie Reiber, Katie Ruwe, Shelby Sailor, Sami Scholl, Hayley Schwiers, Eric Sievers, Isabella Siska, Ryan Smith, Arthur Sonzongni, Caroline Spurr, Cassidy Steele, Alexandra Stojack, Max Stoddard, Carmen Sunderman, Caroline Trennepohl, Alex Vest, Kamilah Williams, Tatum Wilmes, Mara Witsken, Grant Zentmeyer, Nicole Ziege and Lexi Zimmer

One of the most explosive movie musicals in recent memory bursts onto the live stage. When Ren and his mother move from Chicago to a small farming town, Ren is prepared for the inevitable adjustment period at his new high school. What he isn’t prepared for are the rigorous local edicts, including a ban on dancing instituted by the local preacher, determined to exercise the control over the town’s youth that he cannot command in his own home. When the reverend’s rebellious daughter sets her sights on Ren, her roughneck boyfriend tries to sabotage Ren’s reputation, with many of the locals eager to believe the worst about the new kid. The heartfelt story that emerges is of a father longing for the son he lost and of a young man aching for the father who walked out on him. To the rockin’ rhythm of its Oscar and Tony nominated top 40 score and augmented with dynamic new songs for the stage musical, FOOTLOOSE celebrates the wisdom of listening to young people, guiding them with a warm heart and open mind.

  • Wed-Thu, July 23-24 at 7:30pm
  • Fri, July 25 at 8pm
  • Sat, July 26 at 2pm & 8pm
  • Sun, June 27 at 2pm
  • Wed-Thu, July 30-31 at 7:30pm
  • Fri, Aug. 1 at 8pm
  • Sat, Aug. 2 at 2pm & 8pm
  • Sun, Aug. 3 at 2pm & 7:30pm

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May 28, 2014 · 12:15 pm

THE SUNSHINE BOYS Runs June 19-29

Dave Roth as Al Lewis & Herb DuVal as Willie Clark.

Dave Roth as Al Lewis & Herb DuVal as Willie Clark.

THE SUNSHINE BOYS
Presented by Covedale Center for the Performing Arts
June 19-29
West Price Hill

Directed by Greg Procacchino

Cast: Herb DuVal as Willie Clark, Dave Roth as Al Lewis, Brandon Holcomb as Ben Silverman, Burgess Byrd as Registered Nurse, Afton Shepard as Burlesque Nurse & Steven Marck as Eddie, The TV Assistant

The story focuses on characters Al Lewis and Willy Clark, a one-time vaudevillian team known as “Lewis and Clark” who, over the course of forty-odd years, not only grew to hate each other but never spoke to each other off-stage throughout the final year of their act. The stubborn Clark, who was not ready for retirement, resented the wiser Lewis for breaking up the act when he opted to leave show business. It is now 1972 and CBS is inviting the team to reunite for a special on the history of comedy, with the pair representing the vaudeville era at its best. Clark is convinced by his nephew Ben to revive one of the old routines one last time. Much of the humour is derived from efforts to get the two cantankerous actors into the same room for a rehearsal, their differences of opinion once they reunite, and their shenanigans on the actual broadcast.

  • Thu, June 19 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, June 20-21 at 8pm
  • Sun, June 22 at 2pm
  • Thu, June 26 at 7:30pm
  • Fri, June 27 at 8pm
  • Sat, June 28 at 2pm & 8pm
  • Sun, June 29 at 2pm

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