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January 8, 2024 · 5:48 pm

Auditions Announced for ON WITH THE SHOW! at Cincinnati Music Theatre

CMT_Studio Series logo22/14/24 – Due to circumstances beyond our control, our audition dates for this production has changed. If you were signed up to audition, you will need to change/confirm your new date and time.

Auditions have been scheduled for ON WITH THE SHOW!

Directed and conceived by Mark Motz
Music directed by Mark Femia
Produced by Kathy Beiting & Brett Parr

Cincinnati Music Theatre caps its 2023-2024 60th Anniversary Season with an original musical revue celebrating the troupe’s first six decades in song. ON WITH THE SHOW! distills CMT history – from its inaugural production of The Most Happy Fella in 1963 through the 2024 Mainstage production of Children of Eden – into a 90-minute blast of nostalgia. Music is our middle name, so you can bet you’ll hear some of the most-beloved tunes from the CMT songbook, as well as a few under-the-radar favorites.

This production staff is committed to bringing together a diverse group of people.

We encourage performers of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexualities, abilities, body types, and ages to audition.

AUDITIONS

  • Sunday, March 2 from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
  • Sunday, March 3 from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

AUDITION LOCATION
Clifton United Methodist Church 3416 Clifton Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45220

PERFORMANCES
May 31 – June 8, 2024 at the Fifth-Third Theater, Aronoff Center

To sign-up for auditions and more information, click here!

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December 11, 2023 · 6:39 pm

Cast Announced for CHILDREN OF EDEN at Cincinnati Music Theatre

CMT_logoCincinnati Music Theatre is super excited to announce the cast of CHILDREN OF EDEN! Thank you to everyone who came out to auditions we hope to see you at future auditions!

CMT presents CHILDREN OF EDEN
April 26th – May 4th, 2024
Jarson-Kaplan Theater, Aronoff Center for the Arts

Director: Joey Schnell
Producers: Cody and Karen Hendershot
Choreographer: Karen Hendershot
Music Director: Charles Wilhelm
Vocal Director: Mark Femia

Cast
  • Alex Devore as Adam
  • Bethany Brown as Eve
  • Darin Art as Father
  • Rob Warfel as Noah
  • Allison Kalfas as Mama Noah
  • James Lindeman as Cain
  • Savannah Boyd as Yonah
  • Elijah Medsker as Abel
  • Josh Zak as Japheth
  • Sarah Gidley as Aphra
  • Ian Meeker as Shem
  • Aleiya Douglas as Aysha
  • Austin Hoard as Ham
  • Snake/Storyteller: Anna Berry, Kayla Haas, Garrett Klaas, Sally Modzelewski & Alex Shaw
  • Storyteller: Rob Bucher, Clare Graff, Andrew Grant, Chelsea Harris, Sean Milanov, Terry Neack, Mary Puetz, Mimi Ridlen, Erin Russell, Kimmie Anne Thierau, Danel Uetrecht, Mary Vosseberg & Amy Waldfogle
From musical theatre greats, Stephen Schwartz (Wicked, The Prince of Egypt) and John Caird (Les Misérables, Candide), comes a joyous and inspirational musical about parents, children and faith… not to mention centuries of unresolved family business! Adam, Eve, Noah, and the “Father” who created them deal with the headstrong, cataclysmic actions of their respective children. The show ultimately delivers a bittersweet. but inspiring. message: that “the hardest part of love… is letting go.

Get tickets today by visiting cincinnatiarts.org!

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November 28, 2023 · 5:24 pm

Celebration of Skip Fenker on Dec. 10

TILL_SkipCelebrating Skip Fenker ‘s life!

Nigel Cottrill, owner of Tillie’s Lounge in Northside, and longtime friend of Cincinnati Music Theatre, invites all who knew and loved Skip Fenker to join him in a celebration of Skip’s life.

Please consider wearing shirts/merchandise of former Skip productions.

We hope to see many of you there!

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November 27, 2023 · 1:25 pm

The Passing of Skip Fenker

CMT_Skip FenkerFrom Cincinnati Music Theatre

To all our community theatre friends and family, it is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our dear friend Skip Fenker. His joy and passion he had for theatre was shown in every production he has been a part of. He has been part of the CMT family for over 20 years. Let us cherish all our dearest memories we shared with him. We love you Skip, may you rest in peace.

Please join us for a Celebration of Skip’s life at Tillie’s Lounge on Dec. 10th.

From Spring Grove Obituaries

Edward “Skip” Fenker, Jr. Obituary

Edward Allen Fenker, Jr., affectionately known as “Skip” by his family and friends, took his final bow on November 26, 2023, leaving a legacy filled with creativity, a passion for theater and love for puppetry that touched the hearts of many. Skip, the son of Edward Allen Sr. and Marian Ruth (nee Schultz) Fenker, is survived by his brother David Fenker, sister-in-law Amy Valle Fenker, nephew Danny Fenker (Dana), great niece Maeve Fenker and countless friends who will miss him deeply.

Skip’s theatrical career was renowned, directing over 50 shows and earning nearly 30 awards, including an Emmy nomination; a much deserved salute to his unwavering dedication and exceptional talent.

As a master puppeteer, writer and designer, his creative brilliance and nimble hands brought to life characters for Larry Smith Puppets, Wayne Martin Puppets and Heiken Puppets – enchanting audiences locally and across the country. His ability to infuse puppet characters with emotion and personality was nothing short of magical, leaving indelible memories for those fortunate enough to have seen his work.

However, it was Skip’s talent as a theater director that truly set him apart. Over the course of his journey, he directed an impressive array of more than 50 shows, each production bearing the mark of his creativity and visionary leadership. His innate ability to bring a script to life, coupled with his fiery passion for perfection, transformed every performance into a masterpiece – earning him the admiration and respect of those on and off the stage.

Skip’s departure leaves a void in the hearts of so many. Rest in peace, dear friend. Your final curtain call may have come, but you will be beautifully remembered. May your spirit continue to shine brightly in this world through the life you lived and the art you so passionately shared with us all.

“Never say goodbye because goodbye means going away and going away means forgetting.” Peter Pan

Family and friends will be gathering at Tillie’s Lounge on Hamilton Avenue on Sunday, December 10, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. A Celebration of Life also is being planned for early 2024 to honor his legacy.   www.springgrove.org 

To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Edward “Skip”, please visit our Tree Store.

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October 27, 2023 · 3:08 pm

Auditions Announced for CHILDREN OF EDEN at Cincinnati Music Theatre

CMT_logoFrom musical theatre greats, Stephen Schwartz (Wicked, The Prince of Egypt) and John Caird (Les Misérables, Candide), comes a joyous and inspirational musical about parents, children and faith… not to mention centuries of unresolved family business! Adam, Eve, Noah, and the “Father” who created them deal with the headstrong, cataclysmic actions of their respective children. The show ultimately delivers a bittersweet. but inspiring. message: that “the hardest part of love… is letting go.

PRODUCTION TEAM

  • Director: Joey Schnell
  • Music Director: Charles Wilhelm
  • Producers: Cody & Karen Hendershot

This production staff is committed to bringing together a diverse group of people.

We encourage performers of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexualities, abilities, body types, and ages to audition. The role of FATHER must be male-presenting.

AUDITIONS

  • Saturday, December 2 from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
  • Sunday, December 3 from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

AUDITION LOCATION
Clifton United Methodist Church 3416 Clifton Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45220

PERFORMANCES
April 26 – May 4, 2024 at the Jarson-Kaplan Theater, Aronoff Center

To sign-up for auditions and more information, click here.

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