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November 11, 2014 · 5:10 am

CCM’s SPEECH AND DEBATE Earns 4.5 Star LCT Rating

Owen Alderson, Ryan Garrett and Katie Langham. Photo by Richard E. Hess.

Owen Alderson, Ryan Garrett and Katie Langham. Photo by Richard E. Hess.

Panelists for the League of Cincinnati Theatres (LCT) have recognized the College Conservatory of Music Drama Department’s SPEECH AND DEBATE with a 4.5 Star Rating.

Written by Pulitzer Prize nominated playwright Stephen Karam, SPEECH AND DEBATE feels ripped from today’s headlines. What begins as a story of on-line stalking quickly snowballs into a play that is part mystery, part coming-of-age story; a smart comedy and an insightful reflection of what it means to be young in America today.

Panelists called SPEECH AND DEBATE “a wonderful production…contemporary, real, and sometimes raw.” They were unanimous in praising Richard Hess’s direction: “tight and economical, allowing his actors to bond together in their awkwardness while slowly revealing their secrets.” The ensemble in the show “couldn’t be better…they worked marvelously together as a seamless unit”. Panelists singled out actress Katie Langham’s performance as Diwata: “brilliant, quick-delivery, comic in the truest sense”.

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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November 10, 2014 · 2:40 pm

Untethered’s ALL NEW PEOPLE Awarded 4 Star LCT Recommendation

Leah Strasser as Emma, Carter Bratton as Charlie, Nathan Neorr as Myron & Mindy Heithaus as Kim.

Leah Strasser as Emma, Carter Bratton as Charlie, Nathan Neorr as Myron & Mindy Heithaus as Kim.

Panelists for the League of Cincinnati Theatres (LCT) have awarded Untethered Theatre’s production of ALL NEW PEOPLE a 4 star recommendation.

In ALL NEW PEOPLE, by Zach Braff, Charlie’s birthday first goes wrong when Emma stumbles in, disrupting his suicide attempt. Taking this as divine intervention, Emma demands that she, Myron – a firefighter with some interesting extra-curriculars – and the bubbly Kim throw Charlie a party to convince him to keep living. Throughout the course of the night, aided by flashbacks, the group learns that everyone is running from something, but in the end, life is what you make it.

Panelists called ALL NEW PEOPLE “humorous, highly paced and intriguing…funny and bittersweet”. They praised director Jared Doren: “he has the actors prepared and in synch…he gave them plenty of opportunies to stretch.” The entire ensemble was applauded for the “depth and believability” of their performances.

Untethered’s ALL NEW PEOPLE runs through November 30th. Tickets can be purchased at http://www.untetheredtheater.com.

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.

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November 3, 2014 · 3:34 pm

NKUs THE WEDDING SINGER Awarded a 4 Star Recommendation

Taylor Greatbatch as George. Mikki Schaffner Photography.

Taylor Greatbatch as George. Mikki Schaffner Photography.

Panelists for the League of Cincinnati Theatres (LCT) calls THE WEDDING SINGER a 4 Star production. Produced by Northern Kentucky University Department of Theatre and Dance, the show is a musical send-up of an 80’s wannabe rock star, making ends meet as a wedding singer, who changes his tune when he is left at the altar, but then meets the waitress who could help him get back on track.

“This is the type of bold, brassy, high-energy musical that highlights the talents of the NKU students,” extol LCT panelists.

Additionally, Ronnie Chamberlain’s authentic and bright huge array of costumes were recognized by LCT panelists, as one panelist noted “which covered the gamut from wedding dresses and tuxedos to business suits to impersonator outfits to typical casual dress of the 1980s…a costume warehouse!”

For more information about THE WEDDING SINGER and other upcoming shows please contact NKU’s Theatre & Dancehttp://artscience.nku.edu/departments/theatre/boxoffice.html

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.

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November 3, 2014 · 3:29 pm

The Carnegie’s DRIVING MISS DAISY Awarded a 4 Star Recommendation

Reggie Willis as Hoke & Dale Hodges as Daisy Wertham.

Reggie Willis as Hoke & Dale Hodges as Daisy Wertham.

Panelists praised the production noting that this acclaimed 1987 play is “still fresh” in the hands of the Carnegie and “should definitely be seen by all”. Both lead actors, Dale Hodges as Daisy and Reggie Willis as Hoke were highly applauded: ‘Dale Hodges proves again that she is a member of Cincinnati’s acting royalty…both their performances were masterful and full bodied…they act with such skill that you don’t see any technique or tricks.”

In DRIVING MISS DAISY ornery, strong-willed widow Daisy Wertham has just demolished another car, leaving her son no recourse but to hire her a driver. His chosen chauffeur? Hoke, a thoughtful, unemployed black man who couldn’t seem to have less in common with his wealthy, Jewish client. The odd couple endure humorous and heartwarming struggles in their forced relationship, giving way over twenty-five years to a closeness and understanding that transcends the Civil Rights era in the Deep South.

Carnegie’s DRIVING MISS DAISY runs through November 16th. Tickets can be purchased at www.thecarnegie.com.

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.

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October 26, 2014 · 1:27 pm

Covedale’s INTO THE WOODS Awarded a 4 Star Recommendation

Rodger Pille as The Baker & Megan Ainsley Callahan as Little Red Ridinghood. Photo by Mikki Schaffner Photography.

Rodger Pille as The Baker & Megan Ainsley Callahan as Little Red Ridinghood. Photo by Mikki Schaffner Photography.

Panelists for the League of Cincinnati Theatres (LCT) have awarded Covedale Theatre’s production of INTO THE WOODS with a 4 star recommendation. Into the Woods is the award winning Broadway musical by Stephen Sondheim which takes favorite storybook characters and brings them together for a timeless musical and modern classic.

Panelists called the show “a visual treat…one of the best productions I have seen at the Covedale.” Panelists were thrilled with Brett Bowling’s scenic design: “When the curtains opened during the Prologue to reveal the set I was elated to see such a beautiful set full of many levels and smartly utilizing the entire stage to create this world of enchantment.” Music director Michael Kennedy was also praised: “the ensemble sounded superb under his direction…a treat for the ears.” Finally, Elizabeth Chinn Molloy was singled out for her puppetryas the cow, Milky White: “the cow puppet showed emotion and feeling…Elizabeth was able to bring her to life.”

INTO THE WOODS continues through November 16th. Tickets can be obtained online at www.cincinnatilandmarkproductions.

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.

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