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September 30, 2026 · 5:10 pm

Cast Announced for AMERICAN CHRISTMAS CAROL at Harrison Center for the Arts

Harrison Center for the Arts announces the cast for their upcoming production of AMERICAN CHRSITMAS CAROL.

The cast: 

  • Kent Smith as Scrooge
  • Samatha Korn-Kersey as Martha Cratchit/Belle
  • Matthew Thomas as Mr. Fezziwig/Old Joe/James (Fred’s Party)/Montage
  • Lauren Neeley as Mrs. Cratchit/Montage/Fezziwig’s Party
  • Morgan Garcia as Miranda/Mrs. Dean/Montage/Fezziwig’s Party
  • Corey Meyer as Young/Career Scrooge/William (Fred’s Party)/Montage
  • Dave Ludwick as Jacob Marley/Jonas Klein/Montage/Fezziwig’s Party/Fred’s Party
  • Meghan Moore as Virginia McLean/Mrs. Fezziwig/Mrs. Dilber/Fred’s Party/Montage
  • Mike Neeley as Bob Cratchit/Montage
  • Mike Meymann as Fred Holloway/Fezziwig Guest/Montage.
  • Dylan Kersey as Samuel Drake/CNO Soldier/Fezziwigs Employee
  • Corbani Ridel as Caroline Klein/Fezziwig’s Party/Montage
  • Antonio Mumfrey as Christmas Past/Present & Future
  • Maya Washington as Fan/Cook/Fred’s Party Guest/Mildred
  • Shelby Morcher as Ellen Cratchit/Fezziwigs Party Guest/Rose
  • Archer Neeley as Child/Boy Scrooge
  • Storytellers: Samantha Korn-Kersey, Matthew Thomas, Lauren Neeley, Morgan Garcia, Corey Meyer, Dave Ludwick, Meghan Moore, Mike Neeley, Mike Meymann, Dylan Kersey, Corbani Radel & Antonio Mumfrey

Written and directed by Mary Klopfstein Lenning

Performances run Dec. 4-6 at Broadway Commons in Harrison, Ohio.

For tickets or more information, visit www.harrisoncenterforthearts.org.

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September 8, 2026 · 6:31 pm

Auditions Announced for AMERICAN CHRISTMAS CAROL at Harrison Center for the Arts

The Harrison Center for the Arts announces open auditions for its upcoming holiday production of AMERICAN CHRISTMAS CAROL, written by Mary Klopfstein Lenning, with original music and arrangements by Nina Quinlivan. Inspired by the book A Christmas Carol, this uniquely American adaptation follows the families of small‑town America as they navigate the hardships of World War II—poverty, prejudice, and the ache of missing loved ones serving overseas.

Through true American stories and original music, the production highlights resilience and hope in a time of profound uncertainty.

AMERICAN CHRISTMAS CAROL is told by ten storytellers who portray over forty characters in an episodic format, staged in an engaging theater‑in‑the‑round style. This structure creates an intimate, immersive experience that brings audiences close to the heart of each story and the community that lived it.

Auditions will be held on September 14 and 16 at 7:00 PM, with callbacks on September 17 at 7:00 PM, at the Harrison Township Civic Center, 9940 New Haven Road, Harrison, Ohio 45030. The production seeks twelve performers, ages 11 to 60+, to portray a wide range of roles. Audition participants will read from the script and perform a classic Christmas carol.

As an open call, no appointment is required.

Rehearsals begin in October, primarily on Monday and Thursday evenings, with occasional Friday sessions. This is a volunteer‑based community production. Performances are scheduled for December 4 and 5 at 7:30 PM, with a concluding matinee on December 6 at 2:00 PM.

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July 28, 2026 · 5:04 pm

PIPPIN at Harrison Center for the Arts Runs Aug. 6-9

PIPPIN
Harrison Center for the Arts
Aug. 6-9
Broadway Commons Harrison

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Heir to the Frankish throne, the young prince Pippin is in search of the secret to true happiness and fulfillment. He seeks it in the glories of the battlefield, the temptations of the flesh and the intrigues of political power (after disposing of his father, King Charlemagne the Great). In the end, though, Pippin finds that happiness lies not in extraordinary endeavors, but rather in the unextraordinary moments that happen every day. [From Playbill]

  • Thu-Fri, Aug. 6-7 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, Aug. 8 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Sun, Aug. 9 at 2pm

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April 13, 2026 · 6:00 pm

Cast Announced for PIPPIN at Harrison Center for the Arts

The cast includes:

  • Leading Players: Lauren Neeley, Morgan Garcia & Meghan Moore
  • Pippin – James Pinkley
  • Catherine – Tatum Jackson
  • Theo – Shelby Morscher
  • Charles – Michael Neeley
  • Fastrada – Sarah Hrezo
  • Lewis – Tim Yang
  • Berthe – Sara Bjayananda

Ensemble: Samantha Korn-Kersey (Lead dancer) , Stephanie Johnson (Featured dancer), Calleigh Hubbard (Featured monk), Matthew Thomas (Torch bearer), Della Fischer, Gabrielle Witherspoon, Kali Reaves, Anna Kubitz, Dave Ludwick (Featured guitarist), Joe Ernst (Dead soldier head) John Vanderplough & Allie Huston

Performances run Aug. 6-9 at Broadway Commons Harris,

For more information visit www.harrisoncenterforthearts.org.

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March 16, 2026 · 4:54 pm

Auditions Announced for PIPPIN at Harrison Center for the Arts

HCA is excited to announce our upcoming production of PIPPN! Performances will run from Thursday, August 6 through Sunday, August 9. Auditions will be held in just a few weeks at the Harrison Township Civic Center:

  • Dates: Monday, April 6 & Wednesday, April 8
  • Time: Starting at 6:45 PM

Heir to the Frankish throne, the young prince Pippin is in search of the secret to true happiness and fulfillment. He seeks it in the glories of the battlefield, the temptations of the flesh and the intrigues of political power (after disposing of his father, King Charlemagne the Great). In the end, though, Pippin finds that happiness lies not in extraordinary endeavors, but rather in the unextraordinary moments that happen every day. [From Playbill]

Character List

  • Leading Player (The ultimate ‘ring leader.’ Masterfully charming and manipulative, the Leading Player is a chameleon of sorts. Guides Pippin through his own story and tries to intervene at the end.)
  • Pippin (Our story’s young and confused protagonist. He is longing to find his purpose in life. Naive, innocent, and discontent. Eventually finds love, and meaning in life, with Catherine and Theo.)
  • Charles (Pippin’s demanding father. As the King of the Holy Roman Empire, Charlemagne is more comfortable wielding a sword than breaking bread. He wears his years with great pride.)
  • Lewis (Pippin’s half-brother)
  • Fastrada (Pippin’s conniving stepmother. A seductress, who is no stranger to deceit and betrayal, she is both sexy and smart. Skilled at using her sexual appeal to benefit her and her son.)
  • Berthe (Pippin’s saucy grandmother. A brassy broad full of wisdom, grace, and sass. She tries to help Pippin and encourages him to live his life to the fullest.)
  • Catherine (A widow and mother. She is a beautiful and a hopeless romantic, who possesses graceful elegance. Encounters Pippin at his lowest point and eventually falls in love with him.)
  • Theo (Catherine’s son)
  • Ensemble (Charlemagnes Army, Monks, Nobility, Peasants, The Players)

Auditions will be held at the Harrison Township Civic Center. Actors will be asked to read from the script as well as sing a song from the show (options TBD). Depending on the situation, actors may be asked to read more than once. If needed, callbacks will be held on Thursday, April 9 at 7 pm. A cast read-through will be held on Monday, April 13 at 7 pm. Performances of PIPPIN will be Thursday, August 6 – Sunday, August 9. More information on the schedule and important dates will be available at auditions.

Please visit the sign-up genius link to reserve your spot:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0849A8AE23ABFC1-62748813-pippin#/

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