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January 10, 2025 · 8:55 am

SNOW CANCELLATIONS for Fri, Jan. 10

Updated 1/10 12:10pm

I will update this page as information is received.

Italicized information comes directly from the presenting organization.

Reminder: This list may not be complete. Always check with the presenting organization.

CANCELLED PERFORMANCES:

  • CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF presented by Mariemont Players
    Performance Update: Cancellation Notice
    Due to the impending snowstorm and in the interest of everyone’s safety, the Friday, January 10th performance of CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF has been cancelled.
    Patrons with tickets for tomorrow’s performance will be contacted directly by the box office via email. New Performance Date Added: We will replace this show with a special performance on Wednesday, January 15th at 7:30 PM. To reschedule your tickets for another date, please contact the box office via phone or email. Rescheduling is on a first-come, first-served basis. Thank you for your understanding, and please stay safe! 
  • HOME BREW THEATRE 8 presented by The Drama Workshop
    Friends, out of an abundance of caution due to the predicted snowfall tomorrow (Friday, 01/10/2025). we are CANCELLING the performance. We are currently in the process of contacting patrons to move their tickets to other performances. Patrons who currently hold tickets for the Friday 01/10 performance will be contacted by phone and email. We thank you for your understanding. The safety of our patrons and performers is of the greatest importance to us here at TDW. Thank you and stay safe!
  • SHOCK! The Spine-Tingling Tale of Miss Spidra presented by CenterStage Players
    Out of caution based on the forecasted additional snow, CenterStage Players has made the decision to postpone the opening of our production of SHOCK! Our first performance will now be on Saturday, January 11. We have also added an additional matinee performance on Sunday, January 19 at 2:00 PM. Any tickets that were reserved for Friday, January 10 will be honored at any of the other performances. Stay safe and we look forward to seeing you at the theatre!

IMPACTED EVENTS 

 

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December 20, 2024 · 4:00 pm

Cast Announced for FOUR OLD BROADS at Mariemont Players

Mariemont Players and director Jennifer Day are thrilled to announce the cast of the upcoming production of FOUR OLD BROADS by Leslie Kimball.

  • Debbi Berlon as Beatrice Shelton
  • Arlene Balczo as Eaddy Mae Clayton
  • Cathy Roesener as Imogene Fletcher
  • Tia Tonae as Pat Jones
  • Susan E. Smith as Maude Jenkins
  • Steve Phelan as Sam Smith
  • Molly Barresi as Ruby Sue Bennett

FOUR OLD BROADS is directed by Jennifer Day and produced by Steve Winslow. Performances run May 1 – 18, 2025. For tickets and further information head to: https://www.mariemontplayers.com/fouroldbroads.

Synopsis: Retired burlesque queen Beatrice Shelton desperately needs a vacation. A Sassy Seniors Cruise through the Caribbean may be just the ticket if she can just convince her best friend to go with her. Unfortunately, things have not been very pleasant at Magnolia Place Assisted Living since Nurse Pat Jones began working there. A mystery unfolds and hilarity ensues as the gals try to outsmart the evil Nurse Pat Jones and figure out why so many residents have been moved to “the dark side,” what exactly IS that mysterious pill, and what happened to Doctor Head? If they can solve the mystery, they may make it to the cruise ship after all.

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December 13, 2024 · 10:37 am

The Passing of Robert Weidle

12/17 – Robert’s obituary with Visitation & Funeral Service information.

From the GoFundMe set up to help his family with funeral expenses…

Robert Weidle, Everyone’s Santa (1962-2024)

It is with broken hearts that we announce the sudden passing of one of our longtime family members, the wonderful Robert Weidle. Anyone who met him loved Robert. With his distinctive laugh and gentle demeanor, he had an inherent way of connecting with people instantly. Robert wore many hats at in local theatre: He was a gifted performer, director, producer, board member, and box office manager with Newport’s Footlighters Inc, and he shared his talents with countless other groups in the area, such as Cincinnati Music Theatre, Mariemont Players, The Drama Workshop, Brieabi Productions, and Beechmont Players—just to name a few. He was actively involved with ACT Cincinnati as an adjudicator and ACT representative, as well as OCTA as a board member, regional rep, and OCTAFest chairperson. He performed professionally at La Comedia in such iconic musicals as Cats and Sound of Music. And, of course, with his big infectious smile and jovial disposition, he was known to the entire Tri-State area as Cincinnati’s Santa Claus. In fact, he was THE Santa Claus for an entire generation of boys and girls, many of whom brought their own children to visit with him at the zoo. But his favorite roles were that of partner to David, father to Rob and Cassidy, and grandfather to Mia and Keito. His unexpected passing leaves a hole in our organization as big as his generous and kind heart. We will miss him terribly.

With Robert’s unexpected passing, there are many financial costs that his children will have to cover. We are using this Go Fund Me to help them defray the cost of his funeral and burial. Thank you for your support for a man who gave us so much joy over the years!

We will announce funeral service information as soon as it is available.

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December 10, 2024 · 3:55 pm

CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF Runs Jan. 9-26

CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF
Mariemont Players
Jan. 9-26
[Walton Creek]

Directed by Dee Anne Bryll
Produced by Vicki Rafferty

Cast: Natasha Boeckmann as Mae, Keith Cassidy as Big Daddy, Jordan Graff as Brick, Anna Hazard as Margaret, Art Kibby as Reverend Tooker, Cathy Lutts as Big Mama, Fred Murrell as Dr. Baugh & Geoffrey Simmons as Gooper

A family celebrates the sixty-fifth birthday of plantation owner Big Daddy. The mood is somber, despite the festivities, because a number of evils poison the gaiety: greed, sins of the past and desperate, clawing hopes for the future spar with one another as the knowledge that Big Daddy is dying slowly makes the rounds. Maggie wants to give Big Daddy the news that she’s finally become pregnant by his favorite son, Brick, but Brick won’t cooperate in her plans. Swarming around them are their intrusive, conniving relatives, all eager to see Maggie put in her place and Brick tumbled from his position of most-beloved son.

  • Thu-Sat, Jan. 9-11 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, Jan. 12 at 2pm
  • Wed, Jan. 15 at 7:30pm
  • Thu-Fri, Jan. 16-17 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, Jan. 18 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Sun, Jan. 19 at 2pm
  • Thu-Sat, Jan. 23-25 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, Jan. 26 at 2pm

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November 13, 2024 · 8:11 am

2025-2026 Season Announced by Mariemont Players

September 4-21, 2025 – The Rainmaker by N. Richard Nash (directed by Aaron Whitehead)
Set during a drought-stricken summer in the Midwest, this charming romantic drama tells the story of a young woman’s self-discovery when a charismatic stranger claims he can make it rain.

November 6-23, 2025 – I’ll Be Back Before Midnight by Peter Colley (directed by Eric Day)
A chilling thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat, this spine-tingling tale follows a couple’s retreat to a remote farmhouse, only to be haunted by secrets and eerie events.

January 8-25, 2026 – Scotland Road by Jeffrey Hatcher (directed by jef brown)
This haunting, enigmatic play unveils a woman discovered floating on an iceberg in modern times, claiming to be a survivor of the Titanic. It’s a gripping story of mystery and intrigue.

March 5-22, 2026 – Rabbit Hole by David Lindsay- Abaire (directed by Mary Stone)
This Pulitzer Prize-winning drama explores a family’s journey through grief, love, and resilience, offering a profound look at the ways we cope and move forward after unimaginable loss.

May 7-24, 2026 – The Curious Savage by John Patrick (directed by Douglas Berlon)
A delightful comedy about an eccentric widow who hopes to use her fortune to help others, only to be thwarted by her greedy children. Full of humor and heart, this story celebrates kindness and individuality.

July 2026 – An exciting production to be announced! (directed by Angelo Cerniglia)
Stay tuned as we unveil a special summer production—details coming soon!

More information can be found at www.mariemontplayers.com/2025-26-season

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