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Auditions Announced for SWEET CHARITY at Cincinnati Music Theatre

Music by Cy Coleman, Lyrics by Dorothy Fields, Book by Neil Simon

AUDITION DATES:

  • Sunday, December 1, 3:00 – 9:30 pm
  • Tuesday, December 3, 6:30-9:30 pm
  • Wednesday, December 4, Callbacks if needed – 7:00 pm

LOCATION: Clifton United Methodist Church, 3416 Clifton Avenue, Cincinnati, OH

AUDITIONS ARE BY APPOINTMENT: Please reserve your audition time at
www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0E4EAEAA22A64-52931114-audtions

Please print and fill out the audition form when you receive it via email and bring it to your
audition.

Walk-ins are welcome and will be seen in the next available slot.

PLEASE PREPARE & PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING FOR YOUR AUDITION:

  • 16-32 bars of a Broadway-style song that showcases your vocal range.
  • Sheet music in the proper key with cuts marked. An accompanist will be provided (no
    CD’s, tapes or a cappella numbers).
  • Shoes and clothing appropriate for a dance audition
  • A copy of your resume and headshot.
  • Your audition form.

ABOUT THE SHOW:
This brassy, bold musical comedy follows the hapless but unflappable Charity Hope Valentine in her search for love, friendship, and the chance to make it big in The Big Apple. With music by Cy Coleman, lyrics by Dorothy Fields, and book by Neil Simon, this Tony Award nominated, danceinfused musical captures all the humor and heartbreak of life in 1960s New York City.

Characters

  • Charity Hope Valentine, the girl who wanted to be loved.
  • Oscar Lindquist, a man whom Charity befriends and eventually falls in love with.
  • Charlie, Charity’s boyfriend in the opening of the show, and the name on her tattoo
  • Nickie and Helene, Charity’s closest friends who are taxi dancers at the Fandango Ballroom.
  • Herman, the authoritarian owner of the Fandango Ballroom; Charity’s boss.
  • Vittorio Vidal, a famous Italian movie star.
  • Ursula March, Vittorio’s girlfriend
  • Manfred, Vittorio’s butler
  • Daddy Johann Sebastian Brubeck, the enigmatic leader of the Rhythm of Life Church.
  • Carmen, a dancer at the Fandango Ballroom who is friends with Nickie, Helene, and Charity
  • Rosie, the new dancer at the Fandango Ballroom.
  • Suzanne, Frenchie, Betsy, and Elaine, dancers at the Fandango Ballroom
  • Ensemble

Sweet Charity is directed and choreographed by Genevieve Perrino, produced by Karen and
Cody Hendershot and Kathy Beiting, with vocal direction by Lena Andrews and music direction by Shawn Charton.

Rehearsals will begin in February, 2025, and performance dates are May 9, 10, 11, 14, 15, 16, 17,
2025

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Auditions Announced for MUSIC AT THE MOVIES 2: From Broadway to Hollywood…And Back Again at Cincinnati Music Theatre

Directed & conceived by: BRIAN ANDERSON

Produced by: BRETT PARR & CAITLYN THIEL

CMT’s hit production MUSIC AT THE MOVIES returns in a brand-new sequel, MUSIC AT THE MOVIES 2: From Broadway to Hollywood…and Back Again! This time, featuring songs from Hollywood Musicals inspired by Broadway shows and Broadway shows inspired by Hollywood films.

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. 

  • Sunday, November 10, 2024 from 6:00PM to 9:00PM
  • Tuesday, November 12, 2024 from 7:00PM to 10:00PM
    *Possible Invited Callbacks on Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 7:00PM

AUDITION & REHEARSAL LOCATION:
Clifton United Methodist Church: 3416 Clifton Avenue, Clifton, Ohio 45220

PERFORMANCE DATES: January 31-February 8, 2025

PERFORMANCE LOCATION: Aronoff Center for the Arts, Fifth Third Theater, Cincinnati, OH

Questions? Email Brett Parr, brettgparr@gmail.com

CLICK HERE FOR FULL DETAILS & TO SIGN UP FOR YOUR AUDITION SLOT

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MATILDA the Musical Runs Nov. 8-16

MATILDA the Musical
Cincinnati Music Theatre
Nov. 8-16
Aronoff Center Jarson-Kaplan Theatre [Downtown]

Director & choreographed by Amanda Emmons Shumate
Vocal Direction by Kristi Hiner
Music Direction by Alan Masters
Choreographed by Kate Coyne-Chailland
Produced by Kathy Beiting

Cast: Stella D’Ascenze as Matilda, April Pursley as Miss Honey, Wayne Wright as Agatha Trunchbull, Owen Iles as Michael Wormwood/Big Kid, Aubrey Wilson as Mrs. Phelps/Mom 1, Madelaine Wilkerson as Doctor/Mom 4/Ensemble, Amanda Marasch as Mrs. Wormwood, Jamie Sivrais as Mr. Wormwood, Garrett Shock as Dad 1/Henchman 3/Ensemble, Elizabeth Zerhusen Pille as Mom 2/Nurse/Cook/Ensemble, Andy Price as Dad 2/Henchmen 2/Ensemble, Erica Wethington as Mom 3a/Acrobat’s Sister/Ensemble, Sarah Gidley as Mom 3b/Judge/Ensemble, Logan Chaput as Rudolpho/Dad 4/Henchman 1/Ensemble, Josh Stothfang as Escapologist, John Sloan as Children’s Entertainer/Sergei/Ensemble, Ruthie Dewald as Lavender, Jackson Moorman as Bruce, Amira Lavender as Amanda, Dez Flynn Hutchens as Nigel, Levi Baum as Eric, Jackson Banish as Tommy, Lily June as Alice, Harper Muehlenkamp as Hortensia & Ali-Weibel-Shepard as Acrobat
Kids Ensemble: Ashlynn Hezlep, Maddy Price, Cory Gabbard, Kertu Bell, Grace Cole, Grace Manning & Maggie Zink

Follow Matilda Wormwood, a girl with telekinetic powers and a love for books, on a journey that will capture your heart and imagination. Get ready for a triumphant and bold musical adventure you won’t want to miss!

  • Fri-Sat, Nov. 8-9 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, Nov. 10 at 2pm
  • Wed-Fri, Nov. 13-15 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, Nov. 16 at 2pm & 7:30pm

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OVERTHRONE: An Original Rock Revue Runs Sept. 6-14

OVERTHRONE: An Original Rock Revue
Cincinnati Music Theatre
Sept. 6-14
Aronoff Center Fifth Third Theater [Downtown]

Directed & Conceived by McLean Strickland-Parr
Produced by Brett Parr
Vocal Directed by Maria Moorman

Cast: Mike Fielder, Kait White-Ross, Molly Bowen, Aimee Ward, Julia Bowen, Joey Domhoff, Ian Meeker & Alex Shaw

This original rock revue will take audiences through a story in a medieval setting that they think they may already know. A Princess has come of age and the kingdom has gathered to celebrate the bright occasion. Like everything in life, unexpected twists can come at any time, and we quickly find ourselves in the heat of a battle for power over the kingdom and more importantly the happenings within the Royal family’s own dwelling. Epic rock songs propel this story through highs and lows, bringing emotion and new meaning to classic music and lyrics from the past and present in this nonstop, high-energy production. Bring on the Reign!

  • Fri, Sept. 6 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, Sept. 7 at 3pm & 7:30pm
  • Fri, Sept. 13 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, Sept. 14 at 3pm & 7:30pm

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Cast Announced for MATILDA the Musical at Cincinnati Music Theatre

CMT_logoCincinnati Music Theatre is thrilled to announce the cast of Roald Dahl’s MATILDA the Musical at the first production of their 61st Mainstage Season at the Aronoff Center’s Jarson-Kaplan Theater.

Follow Matilda Wormwood, a girl with telekinetic powers and a love for books, on a journey that will capture your heart and imagination. Get ready for a triumphant and bold musical adventure you won’t want to miss!

Production Team:
Director & Choreographer: Amanda Emmons Shumate
Producer: Kathy Beiting
Choreographer: Kate Coyne-Chailland
Vocal Director: Kristi Hiner
Music Director: Alan Masters
Production Stage Manager: Savanah Kennedy

Performance dates are Nov. 8-16.

Tickets are on sale now and going fast! Visit cincinnatimusictheatre.org for more information and to secure your seats. Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!

Cast: Stella D’Ascenze as Matilda, April Pursley as Miss Honey, Wayne Wright as Agatha Trunchbull, Owen Iles as Michael Wormwood/Big Kid, Aubrey Wilson as Mrs. Phelps/Mom 1, Madelaine Wilkerson as Doctor/Mom 4/Ensemble, Amanda Marasch as Mrs. Wormwood, Jamie Sivrais as Mr. Wormwood, Garrett Shock as Dad 1/Henchman 3/Ensemble, Elizabeth Zerhusen Pille as Mom 2/Nurse/Cook/Ensemble, Andy Price as Dad 2/Henchmen 2/Ensemble, Erica Wethington as Mom 3a/Acrobat’s Sister/Ensemble, Sarah Gidley as Mom 3b/Judge/Ensemble, Logan Chaput as Rudolpho/Dad 4/Henchman 1/Ensemble, Josh Stothfang as Escapologist, John Sloan as Children’s Entertainer/Sergei/Ensemble, Ruthie Dewald as Lavender, Jackson Moorman as Bruce, Amira Lavender as Amanda, Dez Flynn Hutchens as Nigel, Levi Baum as Eric, Jackson Banish as Tommy, Lily June as Alice, Harper Muehlenkamp as Hortensia & Ali-Weibel-Shepard as Acrobat
Kids Ensemble: Ashlynn Hezlep, Maddy Price, Cory Gabbard, Kertu Bell, Grace Cole, Grace Manning & Maggie Zink

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