Tag Archives: Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati

November 6, 2014 · 11:47 am

Local Arts Organizations Unite for The Holidays with the Character Crew

CINCINNATI BALLET, CINCINNATI PLAYHOUSE IN THE PARK, ENSEMBLE THEATRE CINCINNATI AND THE CHILDREN’S THEATRE OF CINCINNATI UNITE ONCE AGAIN FOR THE HOLIDAYS WITH THE CHARACTER CREW

(CINCINNATI) – Cincinnati Ballet, Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park, Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati and The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati are joining together to spread holiday cheer across the Tristate with a number of special character appearances beginning Nov. 15.

Characters from Cincinnati Ballet’s annual production of Frisch’s Presents The Nutcracker; Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park’s classic A Christmas Carol, presented by U.S. Bank; Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati’s holiday production of Sleeping Beauty, sponsored by Macy’s; and The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati’s world premiere production of The Snow Queen, also sponsored by Macy’s, will come together at holiday events around the city from mid-November through Nov. 30.

The Character Crew will make appearances at the following holiday attractions:

  • Saturday, Nov. 15 (11 a.m. to 1 p.m.): Greater Cincinnati Holiday Market, Duke Energy Convention Center
  • Friday, Nov. 21 (5 to 9 p.m.): Festival of Lights Members’ Preview, Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden
  • Saturday, Nov. 22 (1 to 2 p.m.): Community Appreciation Day, Joseph-Beth Booksellers Cincinnati
  • Saturday, Nov. 22 (4:30 to 5:30 p.m.): Balluminaria, Eden Park’s Mirror Lake
  • Friday, Nov. 28 (11 a.m. to 1 p.m.): Tree Lighting and Santa Arrival, Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal
  • Saturday, Nov. 29 (2 to 4 p.m.): Crafty Supermarket, Music Hall
  • Saturday, Nov. 29 (5:30 to 7 p.m.): Macy’s Downtown Dazzle, Fountain Square
  • Sunday, Nov. 30 (12 to 2 p.m.): Winterfair, Northern Kentucky Convention Center

About Cincinnati Ballet, Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park, Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati and The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati

CB_logoSince 1963, Cincinnati Ballet has been the cornerstone professional ballet company of the region, presenting a bold and adventurous array of important classical, full-length ballets and contemporary works, regularly with live orchestral accompaniment. Cincinnati Ballet’s mission is to inspire hope and joy in our community and beyond through the power and passion of dance. Returning Dec. 19 through Dec. 27, the beloved holiday tradition of Frisch’s Presents The Nutcracker, performed since 1974, continues to delight children and adults alike. For more information, visit www.cballet.org.

PIP_logoThe Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park has been offering local audiences the finest in professional theatre for 55 years. Winner of two Tony Awards, the Playhouse is nationally known for its commitment to new works and as an artistic home for America’s best actors, directors and designers. Faithful storytelling and spellbinding special effects combine in the Playhouse’s annual production of A Christmas Carol, one of the city’s most popular family plays, which returns Nov. 26 through Dec. 28 for its 24th year. For more information, visit www.cincyplay.com.

ETC_new_logo_bannerNow in its 29th season, Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati (ETC), located in historic Over-the-Rhine, is a professional theatre dedicated to producing world and regional premieres of works that often explore compelling social issues. This season marks the 17th year ETC has been presenting family-friendly musicals for the holidays. This season, ETC presents a magical, musical version of Sleeping Beauty, Dec. 3 to Jan. 4. For more information, visit www.ensemblecincinnati.org.

TCT_logoThe Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati (TCTC) brings art to life for children and the young-at-heart through three key programs: MainStage at the Taft, ArtReach and Learning the Craft. Currently celebrating its 90th season, TCTC is the oldest children’s theatre in the country and serves nearly 150,000 children, families and schools each season. From Dec. 5 to 13, The Children’s Theatre presents the world premiere musical The Snow Queen. For more information, visit www.thechildrenstheatre.com.

Leave a comment

Filed under Family-Friendly, Press Releases

Tagged as , , ,

November 5, 2014 · 12:10 pm

Meals 4 Monologues Auditions with D. Lynn Meyers at ETC

MEALS 4 MONOLOGUES:
CASTING SOCIETY OF AMERICA MEMBER D. LYNN MEYERS TO AUDITION ACTORS IN
EXCHANGE FOR DONATIONS TO BENEFIT LOCAL FOODSTORE, DECEMBER 8 & 9, 2014

ETC_new_logo_banner(Cincinnati, OH) Dim the lights, raise the curtain! With the holiday season upon us, Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati hosts its third annual Meals 4 Monologues open auditions. Actors from throughout the Midwest are invited, on behalf of the Casting Society of America (CSA), for an open general audition call to perform for D. Lynn Meyers, C.S.A. in exchange for two non-perishable food items to benefit Cincinnati’s Freestore Foodbank.

The event, which is part of a nationwide Casting Society of America effort to support local food banks while auditioning local talent, will be held at Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati (1127 Vine Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202) on Mon, Dec 8, and Tues, Dec 9, 2014 from 11:00 am-5:00 pm each day. This is an open casting call to all Equity union and non-union actors for future theatre, film, TV, and/or commercial projects cast by D. Lynn Meyers, C.S.A.

Actors must bring:

  • A current HEADSHOT and RÉSUMÉ to the audition
  • TWO non-perishable food (pasta, canned goods, etc…) or toiletry items (soap, toothpaste, etc…)
  • A short, prepared monologue, song (must be performed a cappella), both, or two monologues.

Time slots are 5 MINUTES maximum and are available by appointment only.

Time slots are on a first-come, first-serve basis and may be scheduled by contacting Directing Apprentice Ben Raanan at braanan@ensemblecincinnati.org or (513) 421-3555 x14 by December 5, 2014.

The Freestore Foodbank distributes over 12 million pounds of food annually. In 20 counties in Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana, they have a trusted network of over 325 local member agencies. Member agencies include soup kitchens and shelters, food pantries, churches, daycare and senior centers, and many other community and social services organizations.

The Casting Society of America (CSA) is the premier organization of theatrical Casting Directors in film, television, and theatre. Although it is not a union, CSA’s members are a united professional society that consistently set the level of professionalism in casting on which the entertainment industry has come to rely. CSA’s more than 490 members are represented not only in the United States, but also in Europe, Canada, Australia and South Africa.

“I am very proud to be a member of the Casting Society of America,” says C.S.A. member D. Lynn Meyers. “I am delighted at the opportunity to see new faces and to spread outreach beyond the Greater Cincinnati area by embracing the idea of Meals 4 Monologues. It is such an inspiration for CSA to support this event.” Ms. Meyers would like to welcome actors of all ages and experience levels to partake in auditions and highly encourages people to give back to the community in which we live.

Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati is supported, in part, by the generosity of community contributions to the ArtsWave Campaign. 

The Ohio Arts Council helps fund Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati with state tax dollars to encourage economic growth, educational excellence and cultural enrichment for all Ohioans. Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati also receives funding from the Shubert Foundation and the National Endowment for the Arts. 

2014-2015 Season Presenting Sponsor is the Otto M. Budig Family Foundation. Additional support provided by Garfield Suites Hotel, The Greater Cincinnati Foundation, the Shubert Foundation, and National Endowment for the Arts. 

Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati is a professional theatre dedicated to producing world and regional premieres of works that often explore compelling social issues. We fulfill our mission through our stage productions and educational outreach programs that enlighten, enliven, enrich and inspire our audiences.

Leave a comment

Filed under Auditions

Tagged as

November 4, 2014 · 11:08 am

SLEEPING BEAUTY Runs Dec. 3-Jan. 4

Deirdre Manning as Sleeping Beauty. Photo by Ryan Kurtz.

Deirdre Manning as Sleeping Beauty. Photo by Ryan Kurtz.

SLEEPING BEAUTY
Presented by Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati
Dec. 3-Jan. 4
Over-the-Rhine

Directed by D. Lynn Meyers
Choreographed by Dee Anne Bryll

Cast: Deidre Manning as Briar Rose, Terrance J. Ganser as Prince William/Edward, Deb G. Girdler as Wisteria, Michael G. Bath as Falcon, Sara Mackie as Marigold, Brooke Steele as Daisy, Denise Devlin as Lilac, Kate Wilford as Queen Olivia, Phil Fiorni as King Stefan,Geofrey Warren Barnes as Wizard, Kadeem Ali Harris as Bud, Molly Israel as Blossom, Aziza Macklin as Petal, Patrick E. Phillips as Branch/Dragon, Emily Scott as Bloom & Natalie Joyce Smith as Stem

Romance, comedy, action, rock n’ roll, and opera—this magical, musical version of Sleeping Beautyhas it all! Meet Briar Rose, her overprotective parents, three wacky fairies (and a wicked one), and a dragon with an attitude as our contemporary twist on the classic tale returns to Ensemble’s stage. From the creators of Cinderella and Snow White, this enchanted and memorable musical will delight audiences of all ages this holiday season.

  • Wed-Fri, Dec. 3-5 at 7pm
  • Sat-Sun, Dec. 6-7 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Thu-Fri, Dec. 11-12 at 7pm
  • Sat-Sun, Dec. 13-14 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Thu*-Fri, Dec. 18-19 at 7pm
  • Sat-Sun, Dec. 20-21 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Mon, Dec. 22 at 7pm
  • Tue, Dec. 23 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Fri, Dec. 26 at 7pm
  • Sat-Sun, Dec. 27-28 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Mon, Dec. 29 at 7pm
  • Tue, Dec. 30 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Fri-Sat, Jan. 2-3 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Sun, Jan. 4 at 2pm

Official page |

Leave a comment

Filed under On Stage

Tagged as

October 31, 2014 · 1:00 pm

Video: Bruce Cromer Reads DEATH IN THE WOODS

Bruce Cromer* as The Poet. Photo by Ryan Kurtz.

Bruce Cromer* as The Poet. Photo by Ryan Kurtz.

Bruce Cromer, who is closing his acclaimed one-man show AN ILIAD at Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati this week, shares his reading of DEATH IN THE WOODS by Sherwood Anderson. A ThinkTV PBS film for schools, with the short story about a country woman’s lonely existence and death.

ETC is offering AN ILIAD Spooktacular Flash Sale! $25 adult tickets to performances on Fri, Oct 31 at 8:00 pm and Sat, Nov 1 at 2:00 pm with coupon code: SPOOKY. Limited quantity available, so don’t delay! Buy now at (513) 421-3555 or online.

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!

Leave a comment

Filed under Video

Tagged as ,

October 19, 2014 · 4:57 pm

ETC’s AN ILIAD Awarded 5 Star LCT Recommendation

Bruce Cromer* as The Poet. Photo by Ryan Kurtz.

Bruce Cromer* as The Poet. Photo by Ryan Kurtz.

Panelists for the League of Cincinnati Theatres (LCT) have awarded Ensemble Theatre’s production of AN ILIAD with a 5 star recommendation.

In AN ILIAD, the ancient thrilling tales of the Trojan War and the modern world collide in this captivating theatrical experience as we explore the psychology of passion and rage. Cincinnati actor Bruce Cromer embodies the Greek classic’s famous characters Achilles, Hector, Agammemnon—even the beautiful Helen of Troy–in a one man performance. This lean, muscular, tour-de-force performance conjures the fury of the gods as it delves deep into mankind’s unshakeable attraction to violence, destruction, and chaos.

Panelists raved about the production: “Every element of it worked beautifully, from the versatile, ‘meta’ setting design, pacing, and, finally, Bruce Cromer’s riveting performance as the poet. I rarely find a production so flawless, but this one sweeps the audience away, emotionally and intellectually.” Bruce Cromer “is stellar; his mercurial shifts into different characters, from gods to heroes to warriors and their women, his wonderful physicality, the agility with which he owns and uses the stage is just mesmerizing…this may be the best performance by an actor that I’ve seen In Cincinnati.” Director Michael Haney “did an excellent job of keeping the story clear and highlighting the complexity of human nature from the Greeks to the 21st century.” Technical aspects of the show, including Brian C. Mehring’s set and lighting design, and Matt Callahan’s sound design, were also singled out, all “masterfully planned and executed”. Overall the panelists said the show was “not to be missed—whether you know The Iliad well or not at all.”

ETC’s AN ILIAD runs through November 2nd. Tickets can be purchased at http://www.ensemblecincinnati.org.

Nominations for LCT awards will be determined and announced at the end of the season and winners awarded at the annual LCT party in the summer.

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.info.

1 Comment

Filed under Press Releases

Tagged as ,