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April 7, 2014 · 11:03 am

Know’s TWENTIETH-CENTURY WAY Earns 4 Star LCT Rating

Michael McKeogh as Brown & Jens Rasmussen as Warren.

Michael McKeogh as Brown & Jens Rasmussen as Warren.

Panelists for the League of Cincinnati Theatres (LCT) have recognized Know Theatres TWENTIETH-CENTURY WAY with a 4 Star rating.

Long Beach, California ,1914. A scourge of homosexuality plagues the city.The Long Beach Police hire two actors to entrap gay men in the crime of “social vagrancy.” In an empty theatre, two actors meet while awaiting an audition. As tension between them mounts, they find themselves playing the story of a near forgotten piece of American history — a story from a time when people were prosecuted for daring to be themselves. But the truth of who these actors really are is slowly exposed as the story unzips.

Panelists called the play “a gem of a production” with a “fascinating, multilayered” script: “The Know Theater has another hit with TWENTIETH-CENTURY WAY.” Director Kimberly Fait Hickman was praised for “her fast-paced direction, for the balance between pathos and humor, and for making sure that the playwright’s thought-provoking points were emphasized.” Both lead actors in this two person play, Michael McKeough and Jens Rasmussen, were also commended: “A dazzling display of acting for both…McKeogh’s performance was clever, energetic, and at times created a level of empathy I haven’t felt in years at the theatre.”

The Twentieth Century Way continues through May 3rd. Tickets can be purchased at http://www.knowtheatre.com.

League of Cincinnati Theatre panelists evaluate productions on a 5 star scale and recommend shows at either a 4 star or 5 star level. Nominations for LCT awards will be determined and announced at the end of the season and winners awarded at the annual LCT gala in the spring.

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.com.

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April 1, 2014 · 11:27 am

Playhouse’s A DELICATE SHIP Recognized by LCT

Janie Brookshire, Ben Diskant & Karl Miller. Photo by Sandy Underwood.

Janie Brookshire, Ben Diskant & Karl Miller. Photo by Sandy Underwood.

Panelists for the League of Cincinnati Theatres (LCT) have recognized the three actor ensemble of Playhouse’ in the Park’s A DELICATE SHIP, for their performances.

In A DELICATE SHIP, a haunting love triangle triggers an unexpected chain of events in this poetic world premiere play by playwright Anna Ziegler. In the early stages of a new relationship, Sarah and Sam are lovers happily discovering each other. Sarah and Nate know everything about each other, best of friends since childhood and maybe something more. But when Nate shows up unannounced on Sarah’s doorstep, she’s left questioning what and who she wants in this humorous and heartbreaking look at love, memory and the decisions that alter the course of our lives.

Panelists praised the ensemble performance of all three actors, Janie Brookshire, Ben Diskant, and Karl Miller as “sharp and connected…wonderfully acted.”

A DELICATE SHIP continues through April 20th. Tickets can be purchased at http://www.cincyplay.com.

League of Cincinnati Theatre panelists evaluate productions on a 5 star scale and recommend shows at either a 4 star or 5 star level. Nominations for LCT awards will be determined and announced at the end of the season and winners awarded at the annual LCT gala in the spring.

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.com.

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April 1, 2014 · 10:39 am

CSC’s HENRY IV Earns 4 Star LCT Rating

Matt Johnson as Falstaff & Justin McCombs as Prince Hal.

Matt Johnson as Falstaff & Justin McCombs as Prince Hal.

Panelists for the League of Cincinnati Theatres (LCT) have recognized the Cincinnati Shakespeare Company’s production of the HENRY IV: Part 1 & 2 with a 4 Star Rating.

HENRY IV is Shakespeare’s classic history that mixes rebellion and treachery with the humorous coming of age of Prince Hal and his companion Falstaff. Panelists praised the production as “exuberant and boisterous…a really great ride!” “CSC drums up big attention with the play… I would highly recommend this production, especially for anyone who previously thought the History Plays were boring!” Brian Isaac Phillips was applauded for “flawless” direction, “maintaining order during the swiftly moving sequences.” Andrew Hungerford’s lighting was noteworthy, “heightening the drama and the mood scene by scene and keeping the audience focused and entranced”. Drew Fracher was also recognized for his effective fight choreography.

Panelists were impressed by the entire ensemble, who “sing and cavort and run the aisles and play with good energy and focus…I felt riveted.” Standouts included Matthew Lewis Johnson’s Falstaff and Justin McComb’s Prince Hal. “Their affection and sense of mischief was wonderful. McComb captured a Prince untethered, in the last throes of ribald chicanery…Johnson as Falstaff was delightful and fully flirtatious – waxing wordily as he justifies his lies and cowardice.”

Henry IV continues through April 91th. Tickets can be purchased at http://www.cincyshakes.com.

League of Cincinnati Theatre panelists evaluate productions on a 5 star scale and recommend shows at either a 4 star or 5 star level. Nominations for LCT awards will be determined and announced at the end of the season and winners awarded at the annual LCT gala in the spring.

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.com.

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March 24, 2014 · 12:03 pm

ETC’s THE MOUNTAINTOP Earns 4.5 Star LCT Rating

Gavin Lawrence as Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Torie Wiggins as Camae. Photo by Ryan Kurtz.

Gavin Lawrence as Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Torie Wiggins as Camae. Photo by Ryan Kurtz.

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Panelists for the League of Cincinnati Theatres (LCT) have recognized Ensemble Theatre’s production of THE MOUNTAINTOP, with a 4 star rating. THE MOUNTAINTOP is an evocative imagining of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his encounter with a hotel maid on the eve of his assassination.

Panelists decribed THE MOUNTAINTOP as “a mind-blowing evening of theater—incredible and imaginative.” Lynn Meyer’s direction was commended: “One of the best directing jobs I have seen from Lynn Myers, possibly ever. Her steady, fluid, unpretentious choices…were dignified and perfectly understated.” Both actors in this two person play, Gavin Lawrence as Dr. King and Torie Wiggins as Camae were praised extensively: “The chemistry between them is engaging from the beginning.” Lawrence was “convincing” and Wiggins showed “depth and range.” Many of the production aspects of the play were also recognized. Set designer Brian C. Mehring’s set depicting the Lorraine Motel was full of detail that “seemed to transport us back in time”, and Mehring’s lighting design, along with Matthew Tibb’s sound design, “collaborated to create a lightning/thunderstorm so realistic I jumped in my seat.”

The Mountaintop continues through April 6th. Tickets can be purchased at http://www.ensemblecincinnati.org.

League of Cincinnati Theatre panelists evaluate productions on a 5 star scale and recommend shows at either a 4 star or 5 star level. Nominations for LCT awards will be determined and announced at the end of the season and winners awarded at the annual LCT gala in the spring.

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March 19, 2014 · 5:56 pm

PIP’s PRIDE AND PREJUDICE Recognized by LCT

The cast of PRIDE AND PREJUDICE. Photo by Sandy Underwood.

The cast of PRIDE AND PREJUDICE. Photo by Sandy Underwood.

Panelists for the League of Cincinnati Theatres (LCT) have recognized John Feltch for his supporting role in Playhouse’s PRIDE AND PREJUDICE, an adaptation of Jane Austen’s beloved classic.

Panelists enjoyed Feltch’s portrayal of the Mr. Bennett and praised it as “fresh and interesting.”

PRIDE AND PREJUDICE continues through April 5th. Tickets can be purchased at http://www.cincyplay.com.

League of Cincinnati Theatre panelists evaluate productions on a 5 star scale and recommend shows at either a 4 star or 5 star level. Nominations for LCT awards will be determined and announced at the end of the season and winners awarded at the annual LCT gala in the spring.

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.com.

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