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January 12, 2025 · 8:07 pm

Casting Call for HIGHER at American Legacy Theatre

MISSION
American Legacy Theatre generates inviting, reimagined theatrical experiences for all people to have a voice in enriching society.

PROJECT
HIGHER is an original full-length rock musical focused around family, personal journeys, and reducing the stigma around mental health and addiction in pursuit of joy, belonging and love. Developed with ALT since 2018, this piece is written and composed by Mark Levine who is a Cincinnati-based artist, and arranged and orchestrated by Philadelphia-based artist Eric Knechtges.  

This production will be the Ohio premiere of the show. Performances will be in the galleries of the Contemporary Art Center.

** Rehearsals will be in the evenings and weekends outside traditional work hours. Days will vary across five days a week with three hour rehearsals; longer rehearsals likely during tech week. Three performances a weekend for three weeks.

TIMELINE

  • Video Auditions: NOW. Submit by January 20, 2025 for first consideration. Auditions accepted after as well.
  • Rehearsals: February 10, 2025 – March 6, 2025; 6:30pm-9:30pm
  • Opening Night: March 7, 2025; 7:30p
  • Closing Night: March 22, 2025; 7:30p

To submit a video audition:

  • Prepare 16-32 bars of one to two songs of pop rock, rock, OR contemporary musical theatre that shows range and expression. Show us a little bit of you!

Send video to info@americanlegacytheatre.org with the subject line of “HIGHER – (Character(s) Auditioning For) – (Last Name).

EXPECTATIONS

The Actor will structure, manage and execute the steps required to implement a high quality acting process that serves the integrity of the musical, bonds the other artists, aligns artistic vision, and heightens audience engagement with the piece. Attendance at all tech rehearsals and performances is a given. Off-book is required.

COMPENSATION 

This is a six-week non-union contract – $125/week – paid no later than the following Friday after the completed week.

Artists are able to earn additional compensation for key audience referrals.

For inquiries, referrals, and consideration contact Matthew David Gellin, Executive Artistic Director, at info@americanlegacytheatre.org. 

ROLES

  • BENJAMIN (20s) Tenor. All-American boy. Any race/ethnicity.
  • MARA (20s) Mezzo-soprano. Any race/ethnicity.
  • ENSEMBLE Play a track of multiple characters throughout:
    • 3f / 4m + 2 m children
    • 3f: Mezzo-soprano (40s, any race/ethnicity)
    • Soprano (any race/ethnicity)
    • Alto (black)
    • 4m: Baritone (40s) Tenor (20s), Baritone/Tenor, Tenor (all males any race/ethnicity)
    • 2m children: Boy mezzo-soprano (10) 

SUBMISSION

  • Video Auditions: NOW. Submit by January 20, 2025 for first consideration. Auditions accepted after as well.
  • Rehearsals: February 10, 2025 – March 6, 2025; 6:30pm-9:30pm
  • Opening Night: March 7, 2025; 7:30p
  • Closing Night: March 22, 2025; 7:30p

To submit a video audition:

  • Prepare 16-32 bars of one to two songs of pop rock, rock, OR contemporary musical theatre that shows range and expression. Show us a little bit of you!

Send video to info@americanlegacytheatre.org with the subject line of “HIGHER – (Character(s) Auditioning For) – (Last Name).

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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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January 9, 2025 · 7:23 pm

Patron Experience Specialist Sought by Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati

PATRON EXPERIENCE SPECIALIST (PART-TIME)

Organizational Overview:

TCT’s mission is to educate, entertain and engage audiences of all ages through professional theatrical productions and arts education programming. We fulfill our mission through three primary programs:

TCT MainStage at the Taft Theatre

  • TCT On Tour
  • TCT Academy

Vision: To awaken a lifelong love of theatre in children and the young at heart.

Core Beliefs:

  • We believe in the power of theatre to enrich lives and create deeper understandings of people, cultures, and perspectives.
  • We believe that our audiences deserve high quality experiences that are rich with wonder, honesty, compassion, joy, and wisdom.
  • We believe that the arts and education are not mutually exclusive.
  • We believe that the art we create must respect the diversity of our community.
  • We believe in the power of integrated arts education to enrich our lives and our communities.

Position Overview:
The Patron Experience Specialist will assist the organization in fulfilling its mission of educating, entertaining and engaging audiences of all ages through professional theatrical productions and arts education programming.

Responsibilities:
The Patron Experience Specialist shall be responsible for:

  • Selling single tickets.
  • Processing season ticket orders, including assisting with the re-seating of patrons in our new seating configuration at The Emery Theater for the 2025-26 season.
  • Answering phone/email.
  • Assisting patrons at the Ticket Office in our Red Bank Road location and the Box Office window at the Taft Theatre during performance dates.
  • Help capture lapsed business with personal phone calls and emails, as well as personal interaction (when applicable)

The Patron Experience Specialist’s duties include assisting in all aspects of the ticket office, including but not limited to:

  • Audit
    • Daily balancing of subscriber, flex pass, and individual ticket sales
  • Accounts Payable and Receivable
    • Processing payments for subscribers and individual ticket accounts
  • Spektrix Ticketing System
    • Building events and merchandise
    • Selling tickets within the system
    • Pulling reports upon request
    • Troubleshooting if necessary
  • Other
    • Other duties and responsibilities related to the function of the ticket office as assigned

In fulfilling his/her duties, the Part-Time Patron Experience Specialist will:

  • Work closely with the Patron Experience Manager to fulfill the mission of TCT.
  • Be an advocate for TCT in the community.
  • Consistently and accurately articulate the philosophy and policies of TCT to the staff, patrons, and the general public.

 Part-Time Schedule:

  • Wednesdays, 9 AM to 5 PM
  • Fridays, 9 AM to 5 PM
  • TCT MainStage performance weekends
  • TCT Academy performance weekends

Ideal and Minimum Qualifications:

  • Excellent communication and customer service skills
  • Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field or equivalent training through practical business experience
  • Problem solving skills
  • Demonstrated ability to be a team player
  • Experience with Microsoft Office
  • Spektrix ticketing system experience a plus!

Compensation:

  • Hourly Rate: $18 per hour
  • Target start date of February 5, 2025

TO APPLY:
No phone calls, please. Qualified candidates should submit whatever they feel best reflects their qualifications. This can come in the form of a cover letter/resume, writing samples, portfolios, and demo reels. (files should be less than 3MB in total, links are welcome).

Please submit your materials along with references by Friday, January 17, 2025, to TCT’s Sales and Marketing Director at: krista.katonapille@tctcincinnati.com. Subject Line: TCT PART-TIME PATRON EXPERIENCE SPECIALIST

The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati believes the stories on our stages and the work we do behind the scenes must reflect the diverse communities we serve. We believe inclusive work cultures spark wide-ranging, exploratory conversations and learning. Therefore, we strongly welcome and encourage people from all backgrounds, identities, abilities, and ages to apply as we continue our commitment to diversity and build an inclusive environment at TCT.

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January 6, 2025 · 5:53 pm

PRIMARY TRUST Runs Feb. 1-23

PRIMARY TRUST
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park
Feb. 1-23
The Rouse Theatre [Eden Park]

Directed by Timothy Douglas

Winner of the 2024 Pulitzer Prize for Drama! Written with profound affection for the hero at its center, Primary Trust is an achingly beautiful, modern-day tale that will restore your faith in others. Meet Kenneth, a shy, Black 38-year-old man who sells books by day and drinks mai tais with his best friend Bert by night. When Kenneth is suddenly laid off from his job, the walls of his comfortable, predictable life start to crumble. The transformation gives way to remarkable revelations as Kenneth finds kindness and friendship in unlikely places. Hailed by critics as “utterly absorbing” (The Daily Beast) and “wonderfully vivid” (The New York Times), this recent off-Broadway hit paints a heartening portrait of a life that’s far from simple. Recommended for teenage and adult audiences.

  • In preview Sat, Feb. 1 at 7:30pm
  • In preview Tue-Wed, Feb. 4-5 at 7:30pm
  • Thu-Fri, Feb. 6-7 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, Feb. 8 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Sun, Feb. 9 at 2pm
  • Tue-Fri, Feb. 11-14 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, Feb. 15 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Sun, Feb. 16 at 2pm
  • Tue, Feb. 18 at 7:30pm
  • Wed, Feb. 19 at 1pm & 7:30pm
  • Thu-Fri, Feb. 20-21 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, Feb. 22 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Sun, Feb. 23 at 2pm

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January 6, 2025 · 5:52 pm

SEUSSICAL Brings the Beloved World of Dr. Seuss to Life at The Carnegie This Winter

Image by scenic designer Tyler Gabbard.

In partnership with the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of
Music

The family-friendly musical comes to Covington January 31–February 16

The Carnegie and University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (CCM) are joining forces this winter for a wildly imaginative, all-new production of SEUSSICAL. Audiences are invited to step into the magical world of Dr. Seuss as his beloved characters come alive in a joyous adventure for the whole family. This enchanting musical immerses audiences in a fantastical journey that sparks laughter, captures hearts, and leaves lasting memories. Featuring a cast of students from the Musical Theatre program at CCM, SEUSSICAL will transport both young and old to a place where imagination knows no bounds!

“Whether you’re discovering SEUSSICAL for the first time or you’re a long-time fan, you’ll delight in this wonderfully creative production,” says Tyler Gabbard, Director of Theatre at The Carnegie. “The creative team and cast are bringing a vibrant new vision to the show that celebrates the power of theatre—its ability to spark imagination, transport us to new worlds, and embrace our differences. It’s SEUSSICAL like you’ve never seen before!”

The production is directed by Rachel Stevens. A director, developer, educator and acting coach, Stevens was assistant director on the Broadway run of the Tony Award-winning musical Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812. Her Off-Broadway credits include Smart Blonde (associate director, 59E59) and
Preludes (assistant director, Lincoln Center Theater, LCT3), and her New York directing and devising credits include work with The Civilians’ R&D Group, SheNYC Festival, NYMF, Theatre Now, TheaterWorksUSA and New York Film Academy. Her regional credits include a production of Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812 at American Repertory Theatre directed by Rachel Chavkin and The Bandstand at Paper Mill Playhouse directed by Andy Blankenbuehler, along with productions at Quantum Theatre, City Theatre Company and Front Porch Theatricals. Stevens, along with choreographer Jessica Harris and music director Julie Spangler, are on the Musical Theatre faculty at CCM; all three are making their Carnegie debut.

Returning to The Carnegie, Monique Churchill delighted audiences with her BroadwayWorld Award-winning turn as Lauren in Kinky Boots. Churchill plays lovable bird next door Gertrude McFuzz. Carnegie audiences will also recognize Matthew Danforth who appeared alongside Churchill in Guys and Dolls.

Tickets range from $18-$45 and may be purchased by calling (859) 957-1940 or by visiting www.thecarnegie.com.

CREATIVE TEAM

  • Director: Rachel Stevens
  • Choreographer: Jessica Harris
  • Music Director: Julie Spangler
  • Scenic Designer: Tyler Gabbard
  • Costume Designer: Charlotte Campbell Parrott
  • Lighting Designer: Julie Cowger
  • Sound Designer: Dani Lobello
  • Wig Designer: Candace Leyland
  • Producer: Tyler Gabbard

CAST

  • Cat in the Hat: Joey Baccioco
  • Horton the Elephant: Matthew Danforth
  • Gertrude McFuzz: Monique Churchill
  • Mayzie LaBird: Sydney Short
  • Sour Kangaroo: Essence Bell
  • Jojo: Carter Minor
  • Ensemble: Arden Allmon, Dominic Carroll, Ry Dever, Josh Devine, Nick Gundrum & Indya Lincicome
  • Standbys: Grace Baker, Edin Kebede, Jack Haroutunian & Gabe Raskind

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About The Carnegie
The Carnegie is Northern Kentucky’s largest multidisciplinary arts venue providing theatre events, educational programs and art exhibitions to the Northern Kentucky and Greater Cincinnati community. The Carnegie facility is home to The Carnegie Galleries, the Otto M. Budig Theatre, and the Eva G. Farris Education Center. More information about The Carnegie is available at www.thecarnegie.com or by calling (859) 491-2030.

The Carnegie is supported by the generosity of tens of thousands of contributors to the ArtsWave Community Campaign. The Carnegie receives ongoing operating support from the Kentucky Arts Council, City of Covington, Kenton County Fiscal Courts, Carol Ann & Ralph V. Haile, Jr. Foundation, the Greater Cincinnati Foundation, and Cincinnati International Wine Festival

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