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December 3, 2012 · 9:01 am

CCM’s REVUE REVIEW Earns Two LCT Nominations

CCM_logoPanelists for the League of Cincinnati Theatres (LCT) have recognized University of Cincinnati’s College Conservatory of Music’s REVUE REVIEW with 2 LCT nominations for Direction of a Musical (Roger Grodsky) and Ensemble in a Musical, as well as distinguishing it as a recommended production.

A truly American art form, the golden age of the revue heralded the emergence of American musical theatre. Around the time of World War I, revues delighted audiences with songs by the likes of Cole Porter, Richard Rodgers, Lorenz Hart, Irving Berlin, Eubie Blake, Noel Coward, the Gershwin brothers and Fats Waller. CCM’s REVUE REVIEW takes an exciting look back at these long-forgotten shows.

Panelists praised the ensemble cast for “strong voices and compelling performances’; “the best (and youngest!) group I have heard all year”. Roger Grodsky’s direction of the show was described as “genius!” The show was called “a marvelous piece of theater” and “a blockbuster performance!”

Final LCT awards will be determined at the end of the season and announced at the 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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November 30, 2012 · 9:59 am

CSC’s THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST Earns LCT Nomination

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(Clockwise from top left) Sara Clark as Gwendolen Fairfax, Jeremy Dubin as John Worthing, Brent Vimtrup as Algernon Moncrieff, Jesse Wray Goodman as Cecily Cardew & Jim Hopkins as Lady Bracknell. Photo by Jeanna Vella.

Panelists for the League of Cincinnati Theatres (LCT) have recognized Cincinnati Shakespeare Company’s THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST with an LCT nomination for featured actor, Jim Hopkins, as well as distinguishing it as a recommended production.

In a classic tale of romance and folly, two beautiful ladies are pursued by two dashing gentleman, but the gentlemen’s brother and friend complicate matters – especially since they don’t actually exist. One of the funniest comedies in the English language, THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST provides an examination of the hypocrisies and conventions of a so-called well-mannered society.

Panelists praised Jim Hopkins’ cross-dressing performance as Lady Bracknell as “hilarious, specifically because his straightforward delivery of the part allowed the humor and absurdity of the role to shine through.” “Nicely rounded and unexpectedly restrained.” The play as a whole was described as “a delightful performance that successfully captured the lightness and humor of Oscar Wilde’s play.”

THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST continues through December 16th. Tickets can be purchased at www.cincyshakes.com.

Final LCT awards will be determined at the end of the season and announced at the 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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November 12, 2012 · 1:45 pm

Cincinnati Playhouse’s HANK WILLIAMS Earns Four LCT Nominations

The cast. Photo by Sandy Underwood.

Panelists for the League of Cincinnati Theatres (LCT) have recognized Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park’s HANK WILLIAMS: LOST HIGHWAY with 4 LCT nominations for Outstanding Production (Musical), lead actor (Peter Oyloe), Featured Actor (Brian Gunter) and Ensemble Acting in a Musical, as well as distinguishing it as a recommended production.

HANK WILLIAMS: LOST HIGHWAY is a journey through the life and music of Hank Williams, which starts in the backwoods of Alabama and winds up at center stage of the Grand Ole Opry. Featuring more than 20 of the singer’s most popular songs, including “Your Cheatin’ Heart,” “Hey, Good Lookin’” and “I’m So Lonesome I Could Cry,” LOST HIGHWAY is an honest and mesmerizing portrait of the drifting cowboy who became one of the most influential country artists of all time.

Panelists praised Peter Oyloe’s portrayal of Hank Williams as “flawless in his performance…watching him made you feel as if Hank was truly there on the stage in front of your very eyes.” Brian Gunter was “superb” as Jimmy and acted as a “nice foil for Hank Williams.” The ensemble was “impressively convincing both musically and in the rendition of their roles. A stand-out cast!” The production as a whole was “spirited and heartbreaking…The audience found themself laughing, crying, clapping and most of the time singing along as they were drawn into the story.” “This was an absolutely wonderful evening of theater even if you don’t care about country and western music in the least.”

HANK WILLIAMS: LOST HIGHWAY continues through December 23rd. Tickets can be purchased at www.cincyplay.com.

Final LCT awards will be determined at the end of the season and announced at the 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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October 30, 2012 · 10:30 am

CCM’s CHESS Earns Four LCT Nominations

Aubrey Ireland as Florence Vassy, Julian R. Decker as Anatoly Sergievsky & Blaine Krauss as Freddie Trumper.

Panelists for the League of Cincinnati Theatres (LCT) have recognized Cincinnati Conservatory of Music’s CHESS with four LCT nominations as well as distinguishing it as a recommended production: Outstanding Production (musical), Ensemble, Lead Actor (Julian R. Decker), and Lead Actress (Aubrey Ireland).

Loosely based on the lives of chess grandmasters Bobby Fischer and Anatoly Karpov, CHESS involves a romantic triangle between two top players (an American and a Russian) and the woman who manages one and falls in love with the other. With music by Björn Ulvaeus and Benny Andersson (of ABBA fame) and lyricist Tim Rice (Jesus Christ Superstar, Evita and The Lion King), the rock opera plays out against the Cold War struggle between the United States and the Soviet Union in which each wants to win international tournaments for purposes of propaganda.

Panelists described Julian R. Decker’s portrayal of Anatoly Sergievsky as “layered and nuanced” and “engaging.” Aubrey Ireland as Florence Vassy was “compelling and interesting to watch.” Both actors provided “exceptional emotional focus and incredible vocals.” The ensemble was praised as “superb…it’s a strength of CCM to have supporting roles every bit as talented as the leads.” Overall the production was praised as “excellent…an outstanding production of a remarkable musical.”

Note: the leads in CHESS were double-cast, and the majority of panelists watched the opening night cast. The second cast was not reviewed by enough panelists to be eligible for nomination.

Final LCT awards will be determined at the end of the season and announced at the 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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October 30, 2012 · 10:11 am

NKU’s ROYAL GAMBIT Earns LCT Nomination

Seth Wallen as King Henry VIII & Cynthea Mercado as Katerina of Aragon. Photo by Mikki Schaffner.

Panelists for the League of Cincinnati Theatres (LCT) have recognized Northern Kentucky University’s production of ROYAL GAMBIT with an LCT nomination for Costume Design (Brian Horton) as well as distinguishing it as a recommended production.

In ROYAL GAMBIT, King Henry VIII has everything he wants, except a suitable heir. His legacy is all too well known, but what about the women he wooed? In this portrait of the infamous king and the six women in his life, Henry remains the same throughout but the women progress to modern times, showing their knowledge of the lasting effects of Henry’s deeds.

Panelists praised the Tudor costume design as “authentic, layered and sumptuous.” The production as a whole was commended as “well-executed; “such young talent reinforces NKU’s solid future delivering graduates moving on to big things.”

ROYAL GAMBIT continues through November 4th. Tickets can be purchased at http://artscience.nku.edu/departments/theatre/boxoffice.html.

Final LCT awards will be determined at the end of the season and announced at the 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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