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THE CURIOUS SAVAGE Runs Oct. 6-14

MCP_The Curious Savage logoTHE CURIOUS SAVAGE
Mason Community Players
Oct. 6-14
Theatre 42 [Lebanon]

Directed by Gail Rudolph
Produced by Tessa Catlin & Carly Jo Baumgartner

Cast: Melissia Gary as Mrs. Savage, David Pendergraft as Titus, Joshua Marcus as Samuel, Trisha Cooper as Lilly Belle, Elyssa Carmony as Fairy, Jay Fultz as Hannibal, Randy King as Jeff, Karen Oehler as Florence, Rebecca Brewer as Mrs. Paddy, Scott Mussari as Dr. Emmet, Ann Sullivan as Miss Willie and Sammy King & Gideon Sullivan as John Thomas

This heartwarming and funny play tells the story of Ethel P. Savage. Recently widowed, Mrs. Savage is the recipient of ten million dollars from her husband’s estate. She wants to give her money away to others so that they can pursue their “foolish dreams.” Her three stepchildren are determined to prevent the loss of “their” fortune. They have Mrs. Savage committed to The Cloisters, a stately sanatorium. That’s where the fun begins!

  • Fri-Sat, Oct. 6-7 at 8pm
  • Sun, Oct. 8 at 2pm
  • Thu-Sat, Oct. 12-14 at 8pm

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Auditions Announced for GENDER BENDER HALLOWEEN FUNDRAISER at Mason Community Players

MCP_logoWe are looking for a diverse group of performers from all over the Greater Cincinnati area. Join us for a rare opportunity to perform pieces like they’ve never been done before. This is your chance to perform a song, dance, or spoken word traditionally performed by another gender.

When:

  • Sunday September 10th 6pm- 8pm
  • Monday September 11th 7pm- 9pm

Where:

Theatre 42
2752 S US Route 42, Lebanon, Ohio 45036

Sign up at http://signup.com/go/dunSHKu for an audition time.
We will also accepting video auditions. Please send your video to bonnie.emmer@gmail.com by Sunday, September 10th if you wish to be considered.

What to prepare:
Come ready to perform your selection. If necessary, please bring sheet music in the appropriate key or an accompaniment track. Please also bring a picture and resume.

Guidelines:
Bring something not traditionally performed by your gender – dressing in drag is not required but you certainly may
Remember this will be a Halloween themed evening

Performance:
One Night Only! Saturday October 28th @ 8pm at Theater 42
More details on the performance (and after party!) to come.

Questions: Contact bonnie.emmer@gmail.com

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2016-2017 Orchid Awards for Mason Community Players

MCP_logoDIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS

  • Excellence in Set Construction – Darren Lee
  • Excellence in Stage Management – Tessa Catlin
  • Excellence in Properties – Paula Clark and Paula Johansen-Triplett
  • Excellence in Musical Theatre Performance – Lora “Lolo” Pateras as Jolene
  • Excellence in Musical Theatre Performance – Brandon Dunphy as Andre
  • Excellence in Musical Theatre Performance – Catherine Schultz as Muriel
  • Excellence in Musical Theatre Performance – Elizabeth Beiting-Lipps as Christine Colgate
  • Excellence in Musical Theatre Performance – Matthew J. Schiesl as Freddy
  • Excellence in Musical Theatre Performance – Benson as Fiona
  • Excellence in Musical Theatre Performance – Darren Lee as Lawrence Jameson
  • Excellence in Producing – Laureen Catlin
  • Excellence in Musical Direction – Brian Bisig
  • Excellence in Orchestra – Brian Bisig and Orchestra
  • Excellence in Direction – Lara Gonzalez

MURDER’S BAD BUT MONDAY CAN KILL YOU

  • Excellence in Acting in a Play – Shannon Mahoney as Polly Boone
  • Excellence in Acting in a Play – Melissia Gary as Kathren Hallifax
  • Excellence in Acting in a Play – Jim Cronin as Harry Monday
  • Excellence in Producing – Laureen Catlin

INSPECTING CAROL

  • Excellence in Acting in a Play – Joel Lind as Larry Vauxhall
  • Excellence in Properties – Gail Rudolph and Connie Bishop
  • Excellence in Producing – Darren Lee

PRIDE AND PREJUDICE

  • Excellence in Lobby Display – Mary Beth Benken-Riesenberg
  • Excellence in Costumes – Lori Krull
  • Excellence in Set Construction – Mason Players
  • Excellence in Set Decor – Mary Stan Fizer
  • Excellence in Choreography – Steven Percer
  • Excellence in Stage Management – Carly Jo Baumgartner
  • Excellence in Acting in a Play – Darren Lee as Mr. Bennet
  • Excellence in Producing – Gaylene May Schumacher

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2016-2017 Orchid Awards

ACT_purpleThe Orchid Awards are presented at the end of each season determined by an adjudication system of providing three judges per production for each of the ACT of Greater Cincinnati member groups. Orchid awards for the 2016-2017 Season:

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THE WIZARD OF OZ Runs July 14-22

MCP_Wizard of Oz logoTHE WIZARD OF OZ
Mason Community Players
July 14-22
Theatre 42 [Lebanon]

Directed by Shannon Mahoney
Music directed by Lara Gonzalez
Choreographed by Ellee Cornett & Ashley Wuerdeman

Cast: Katie Hill as Dorothy Gale, Melody Gonzalez as Toto, Michael Easterling as Uncle Henry/Gatekeeper, Leanne Kniffen as Auntie Em, John Rothan as Hunk/Scarecrow, Justin Sanford as Hickory/Tinman, Tony Bergman as Zeke/Lion, Jennifer M Lisa as Miss Gulch/Wicked Witch, Tom Caruso as Professor Marvel/Wizard of Oz, Christina Jo Sanford as Glinda & Matt Lisa as Nikko
Munchkins: 
Anthony Lisa as Mayor of Munchkinland, Amanda Kniffen as Coroner, Landon Flaherty as Barrister, Carter Sanford/Eric Kniffen/Kyle Rosa as Lollipop Guild, Emma Ogden/Grace Sanford/Kaitlyn Stierhoff as Lullaby League
Munchkin Villagers: Leah Allman, Katie Appell, Andrea Caulfield, Lily Droege, Vivian Henry, Kimberly Kurtz, Gabby Larson, Scarlett Marcussen, Jantzen McClure, Merrick McClure, Julie Ogden, Alexandra Root, London Sanford & Sophia Scalfaro
Singing/Dancing Crows: Wrynn Boucher, Leah Bracknell, Leslie Caulfield, Isabella Lisa, Abby MacNeil, Izzy Sanford & Olivia Scalfaro
Singing/Dancing Trees: Annemarie Bakos, Alisha Flaherty, Isabel Henry, Kara Meoak, Allison Shaw & Annika Wagner
Jitterbugs: Mandy Caruso, Leah Allman & London Sanford
Ozians: Kamryn Appell, Annemarie Bakos, Carly Boldman, Kim Bracknell, David Bruening, Carol Byers, Mandy Caruso, Leslie Caulfield, Morgan Doak, Annie Droege, Jonathan Eckman, Alisha Flaherty, Jaden Glaser, Isabel Henry, Ginny Johnson, Amanda Kniffen, Elle Koch, Joel Lind, Isabella Lisa, Abby MacNeil, Cayla McNamara, Alyssa Meoak, Kara Meoak, Grace Sanford, Izzy Sanford, Olivia Scalfaro, Allison Shaw, Harry Shepard, Kaitlyn Stierhoff & Annika Wagner
Winkies: 
Joel Lind, Wrynn Boucher, David Bruening, Jonathan Eckman & Harry Shepard

A cyclone transports Dorothy, a young Kansas girl, and her dog, Toto, to magical Munchkin Land. Unfortunately, they land right on top of the Wicked Witch of the East! As Dorothy and Toto head down the Yellow Brick Road to find the Wizard and their way back home to Kansas, they meet new friends, each with a wish that they hope The Great Oz can grant for them. A scrawny Scarecrow needs a brain, a rusty Tin Man needs a heart, and a Cowardly Lion needs courage.

  • Fri-Sat, July 14-15 at 8pm
  • Sun, July 15 at 2pm
  • Thu-Sat, July 20-22 at 8pm

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