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December 17, 2019 · 10:02 am

Cast Announced for RABBIT HOLE at INNOVAtheatre

INNOV_logoINNOVAtheatre is proud to announce the cast of our upcoming production of RABBIT HOLE.

  • Kerry Simpson as Nat
  • Michael J. Schumacher as Howie
  • Bradley Scearce as Jason
  • Rachel A. Smith as Izzy
  • Annie Fletcher as Becca

Performances will be March 20, 21, 27 & 28 at 8pm and 22 & 29 at 2pm at The Historic Baum Opera House in Miamisburg, Ohio.

Tickets are now on sale and can be purchased at INNOVAtheatre.SimpleTix.com.

Becca and Howie Corbett have a picture perfect family life in the suburbs of New York until a random, tragic accident takes the life of their four-year old son. Soon after, Becca’s younger, irresponsible sister, Izzy, announces that she is pregnant: there will now be a new child in the family. As Becca and Howie grow apart, Becca’s mother, Nat, badgers Becca about her grieving process, and Jason, the young driver who killed their son, continually shows up to ask forgiveness, the group is on a bumpy road to healing with no road map in sight. Rabbit Hole delves into the complexity of a family navigating deep grief, and learning what it means to live a fruitful life when things fall apart.

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November 6, 2019 · 1:28 pm

Auditions Announced for RABBIT HOLE at INNOVAtheatre

INNOV_logoDavid Lindsay-Abaire’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play explores the grieving process of a couple who have lost their only child to a senseless car accident and are now attempting to survive the enormous loss that threatens to bring them down.

Directed by Jamison Meyer
Produced by Michael Schumacher

Mon, Dec. 9 from 6-9pm
Kettering-Moraine Branch Library | Facebook event |

Tue, Dec. 10 from 7-10pm
Miamisburg Branch Library | Facebook event |

Rabbit Hole Character descriptions (2 M, 3 F)

  • Becca: Howie’s wife in her late thirties. She is usually a very responsible and sensible person, but makes some rash decisions throughout the play because of grief.
  • Izzy: Becca’s irresponsible but well-wishing sister. She is unwed, but in a relationship with Auggie. She is pregnant throughout the duration of the play.
  • Howie: Becca’s husband in his late thirties. He is very caring, but has a hard time dealing with Danny’s death, which causes him to be angry and depressed, though he hides it as much as possible.
  • Nat: Izzy and Becca’s mother. She is the voice of reason for her daughters. Her son (Becca’s brother, Arthur), a heroin addict, hanged himself at the age of 30.
  • Jason Willette: 17-year-old boy who accidentally hit Danny with his car, leading to Danny’s death. He blames himself for Danny’s death.

Performances run March 13-22 at Baum Opra House in Miamisburg.

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October 30, 2019 · 9:54 am

QUILT: A Musical Celebration Runs Nov. 29-Dec. 8

INNOVA_Quilt logoQUILT: A Musical Celebration
INNOVtheatre
Nov. 29-Dec. 8
[Springboro | Miamisburg]

Directed by Richard Lee Waldeck
Musical & Orchestral Direction by Brett Greenwood

Cast: Michael Schumacher as Wes; Tamar Fishbein as Karen; Jackie Pfeifer as Mrs. Polaski; Tori T. Tuccillo as Roberta; Elaine Smith as Cordelia & Mrs. D’Angelo; Jordan Fredericks as Paul, Timmy Bell & Charlie; Matt Clifton as Todd’s Lover, Eddie & Toby;
John Lawson as Vernon, Stewart & Mr. Leonce; Jamie Pavlofsky as Maria; Ellie Peace as Katy; Sydney Edington as Jane & April Smith as Todd’s Mother

QUILT: A Musical Celebration, is a unique and affecting work that uses the power of musical theatre to celebrate and remember both those who died from AIDS and those who have survived or been left behind. Based on true stories from friends and loved ones who were left behind, the musical is a living history for a new generation.

Stuart Sebastian Auditorium performances:

  • Fri-Sat, Nov. 29-30 at 8pm
  • Sun, Dec. 1 at 2pm

Baum Opera House performances:

  • Fri-Sat, Dec. 6-7 at 8pm
  • Sun, Dec. 8 at 2pm

Official page | Facebook event [Springboro] | Facebook event [Miamisburg] |

 

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October 7, 2019 · 10:52 am

STOP KISS Opens October 11 at the Dunham Arts Center

INNOV_Stop Kiss logoInnova Theatre, Cincinnati’s exciting new theatre company is pleased to kick off its third season with STOP KISS by Diana Son, directed by Jeff Nieman.  The play contains two stories, told in parallel in alternating scenes. The first story follows Callie and Sara as they meet and develop a friendship, and then begin a romantic relationship. The other story relates how that relationship is affected by a tragic event, which is not shown on stage. It’s a moving story of love first developing and then persevering.

Stephanie Klein, who plays Callie, says. “the message of this show is so important and relevant. As an LGBTQ person, I am fully aware of the tribulations we face.” Maddy Weinkam says, “It’s sad how pertinent it still is today, but I’m so glad to get to be a part of it.”

Director Jeff Nieman says that it was important to “create a place my cast felt safe and comfortable. A place that allows me to push them emotionally to reach the depths of these characters.”

Cast members include Stephanie Klein as Callie, Mandy Weinkam as Sara, Nicholas Dunker as George, Jamie Ball as Peter, Eric Thomas as Detective Cole, Trisha Cooper as Mrs. Winsley, and Rachel A. Smith as Nurse. It is directed by Jeff Nieman and produced by Denise A. Schnieders.

Show dates are Friday through Sunday October 11-13 and 18-20 at the Dunham Community Arts Center at 1945 Dunham Way. Cincinnati 45238. Tickets are available by calling 937-802-2637 or from the website innovatheatre.com.

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September 12, 2019 · 12:44 pm

STOP KISS Runs Oct. 11-20

INNOV_Stop Kiss logoSTOP KISS
INNOVAtheatre
Oct. 11-20
Art Center at Dunham [West Price Hill]

Directed by Jeff Nieman
Produced by Denise A. Schnieders

Cast: Stephanie Klein as Callie, Maddy Weinkam as Sara, Nicholas Dunker as George, Jamie Ball as Peter, Eric Thomas as Detective Cole, Trisha Cooper as Mrs. Winsley & Rachel A. Smith as Nurse

A poignant and funny play about the ways, both sudden and slow, that lives can change irrevocably.

  • Fri-Sat, Oct. 11-12 at 8pm
  • Sun, Oct. 13 at 2pm
  • Fri-Sat, Oct. 18-19 at 8pm
  • Sun, Oct. 20 at 2pm

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