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October 20, 2013 · 11:29 pm

Children’s Theatre’s ANNIE, JR. Ears a 4 Star LCT Rating

LCT panelists recognize the Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati’s ANNIE, JR. with a 4 Star Rating

Allison Edwards as Annie. Photo by Mikki Schaffner.

Allison Edwards as Annie. Photo by Mikki Schaffner.

ANNIE, JR., the children’s version of the popular musical favorite depicting the adventures of the plucky comic-book orphan, was described by panelists as enjoyable and “a quick paced show from the first moment to the last.” They singled out the contributions of David Centers (set design) and Kathie Brookfield (costumes), noting that they “continue to be impressed with the overall production quality of the Children’s Theater.” David Center’s set “beautifully captured the deco style” while Kathie Brookfield’s costumes “ranged from rags on the orphans to servants uniforms to business suits for a very large cast”. They also highly praised the “adorable” Allison Edwards as Annie, who was described as having “every bit of the boundless optimism and confident voice” you would expect of the heroine.

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. www.leagueofcincytheatres.info

Annie, Jr. continues at the Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati through Oct. 26th. Tickets may obtained through their website, www.thechildrenstheatre.com.

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October 19, 2013 · 4:15 pm

MATC’s LIGHT SENSITIVE Earns 4 Star LCT Rating

LCT Panelists rate LIGHT SENSITIVE at the Mad Anthony Theatre as a 4-Star show! PLAYING THIS WEEKEND ONLY!!!

MATC_Light Sensative“I laughed, I was irritated, and I was moved by these ultimately “sensitive” characters. Mad Anthony is quite a gem, providing a great space for the audience to interact, and witness great Equity Actors. A great LCT debut!”

For tickets contact http://www.fittoncenter.org/madanthony.html.

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October 16, 2013 · 9:53 pm

CP’s THE WHALE Earns 4.5 Stars LCT Rating

Carter Bratton, Reggie Willis, Cathy Springfield & Leah Strasser. Photo by Jim Springfield.

Carter Bratton, Reggie Willis, Cathy Springfield & Leah Strasser. Photo by Jim Springfield.

THE WHALE”, presented by Clifton Players now until October 26, has earned 4.5 stars from LCT.

A one panelist describes it, “Charlie is a very fat man stuck in his apartment, where all the action takes place. How he got to be 600 pounds and how he is living (and dying) because of it masks several layers of psychology, mental illness, religious terror, and, family dynamics. Oh yeah, it’s funny, too.”

“Just like with A Bright New Boise, this playwright tackles issues of faith with such insight, depth, and curiosity,” adds another panelist.

Panelists lauded lead actor Reggie Willis, “Reggie was superb! He WAS Charlie. His timing, delivery, tone, expressions were just right for every scene and situation. The strength of his acting was truly showcased in this piece because with the body suit on, sitting on the couch all he really had was his voice and his eyes — and he and the audience were all in!”

“You feel the sweaty desperation of Charlie, trying to move his bulk to get at his laptop, food, drink. (Director Buz) Davis allows the script (by Samuel D. Hunter) to breathe life into this whale of a man, as Charlie’s is losing his capacity to breathe. Prosthetic Designer Kelly Yurko and Suit designer Amy Hutto combine to transform actor Reggie Willis into a very believable fat man.” Again, “Kudos to Buz for obviously taking time with each character so that they “knew” who they were. His blocking allowing the actors to find space in the space was extremely close especially when they were all in the room.”

Contact www.cliftonperformancetheatre.com for tickets and additional information.

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October 14, 2013 · 10:23 pm

CCM’s CARRIE Earns 4 Star LCT Rating

LCT says CCM’s CARRIE was a bloody good show, earning a 4-Star rating

Jennifer Hickman as Margaret White & Hannah Freeman as Carrie White. Photograph by senior Lighting Design major David Seitz.

Jennifer Hickman as Margaret White & Hannah Freeman as Carrie White. Photograph by senior Lighting Design major David Seitz.

The musical, based on a Stephen King horror novel, was presented last weekend, featuring students majoring in the nationally acclaimed Musical Theatre program at UC. LCT Panelists commended Lead Actress Hannah Freeman as Carrie White. “Her vocal clarity and pitch were great and the honesty with which she played the range of emotions was grounded,” stated one panelist. Another said Freeman “drew the audience in from the outset and delivered a vocally beautiful performance with seeming ease. Her acting communicated Carrie’s pain and grace. Even as audiences prepared for the inevitable, Freeman’s authenticity as Carrie made us care so much about her we hoped for a happier ending.”

Also singled out, Jenny Hickman as the mother, Margaret White, who was “an outstanding singer and presence on the stage.”

Scenic designer by Sarabeth Hall also won over the panelists. A panelist noted “she created a visceral environment that thrust audiences into the piece and created palpable excitement well before the first entrance.”

For more information about upcoming performances at UC’s College Conservatory of Music, contact www.ccm.uc.edu or call 513-556-4183.

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October 14, 2013 · 10:17 pm

ETC’s RAPTURE, BLISTER, BURN Earns 4 Star LCT Rating

Jen Joplin as Gwen Harper and Hannah Sawicki as Avery Willard. Photo by Ryan Kurtz.

Jen Joplin as Gwen Harper and Hannah Sawicki as Avery Willard. Photo by Ryan Kurtz.

LCT recommends RAPTURE, BLISTER, BURN as a 4-Star Production, presented by the Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati through October 27.

An LCT Panelist describes the play as “An excellent ensemble of actors in a thought-provoking play examining feminist issues and ‘the one that got away.’”

Another panelist states, “This play…is a solid production with a good cast. Much like Wendy Wasserstein’s “The Heidi Chronicles”, “Rapture, Blister, Burn” follows a single female protagonist who reflects on her choices as a successful academic at the expense of having a family. There were some funny bits in all of this, especially with the hilarious lines of the twenty-something post-feminist Avery, played by Hannah Sawicki.”

A finalist for the 2013 Pulitzer Prize, the play was written by Gina Gionfriddo. It is making its regional premier here in Cincinnati and is directed by D. Lynn Meyers. Contact www.ensemblecincinnati.org for tickets and more information about the production.

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