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March 23, 2013 · 4:07 pm

16TH BIENNIAL Y.E.S. FESTIVAL Runs April 18-28

NKU_YES Festival16TH BIENNIAL Y.E.S. FESTIVAL
Presented by Northern Kentucky University
April 18-28
Highland Heights

HEART ATTACK WITH A KNIFE By Oded Gross

Directed by Ken Jones

When Inspector Gurn discovers a large knife lodged within the chest of dead Billionaire Marcus Kane, he suspects foul play. But who is behind the gruesome murder? The cheating wife, the cheating husband, the jealous boyfriend, the maid with a secret , the other wife who ends up cheating on her husband, the unattractive septuagenarian who wants to sleep with a much younger woman who’s is being cheated on by her husband, or the mute priest –All, are suspects in this murder mystery farce.

  • Thu, April 18 at 8pm
  • Sat, April 20 at 1pm
  • Mon, April 22 at 8pm
  • Thu, April 25 at 8pm
  • Sat, April 27 at 8pm

 

SPAKE By David L. Williams

Directed by Michael King

In a packed Siberian church on a snowy day, a priest is eulogizing a 109-year-old town leader when the roof caves in, killing everyone inside. Only one speaker of the Ujide language remains: Nicholas, who’s still at college. His ex-girlfriend Jessica also has languages on the brain: namely finding a wellspring language, an idea that intrigued late Ithaca serial killer Edward Rulloff. The collapse begins an amazing sequence of events involving the untranslated Voynich Manuscript, a spell, the return of Rulloff and Nicholas’ dead sister, and a reversal of the Tower of Babel. A few flakes of snow will change the world forever.

  • Fri, April 19 at 8pm
  • Sat-Sun, April 20-21 at 4pm
  • Tue, April 23 at 8pm
  • Thu, April 25-26 at 8pm
  • Sat, April 27 at 4pm
  • Sun, April 28 at 1pm

 

FURBELOW by J. Stephen Brantley

Directed by Daryl Harris

Regine the Thirteenth governs her nation as a shining example of despotic panache: velvet glove, iron fist, designer shoes. A woman who understands the power of a well-placed ruffle, her every flounce is commanded to hang just so. But when one of her subjects selflessly offers to take the place of a death-row criminal, Regine discovers that life is not all tufted velvet and beaded chiffon. FURBELOW is a comic fable about fame, friendship, and really good fabrics.

  • Sat-Sun, April 20-21 at 8pm
  • Wed, April 24 at 8pm
  • Fri, April 26 at 8pm
  • Sat, April 27 at 1pm

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February 28, 2013 · 8:23 am

NKU’s LEGALLY BLONDE Earns Two LCT Nominations

The cast.

The cast.

Panelists for the League of Cincinnati Theatres (LCT) have recognized Northern Kentucky University’s production of LEGALLY BLONDE with two LCT nominations for Choreography (Roderick Justice) and Ensemble in a Musical, as well as distinguishing it as a recommended production.

This hit Broadway musical is adapted from the motion picture and follows sorority star Elle Woods. Elle doesn’t take “no” for an answer, so when her boyfriend dumps her for someone “serious,” Elle puts down the credit card, hits the books, and sets out to go where no Delta Nu has gone before: Harvard Law. Along the way, Elle proves that being true to yourself never goes out of style.

Panelists praised Roderick Justice’s choreography as “humorous and clever”, “perfectly suited to the cheesy-licious songs”; “some of the best dancing I have ever seen at NKU.” The ensemble “committed 110%” and “kept this bon-bon of a show always lively, energetic, and enjoyable.” The panelists overall recommended the production, as one panelist aptly summed up:: “OMG! This was super fun! It totally, like, uplifted the audience. When a play MOVES, like, a whole audience to feel happy and smiling, that is like, awesome! It was a great confection of a play that exceeded my expectations.”

Legally Blonde continues through March 3rd. 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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January 29, 2013 · 12:03 pm

LEGALLY BLONDE Runs Feb. 21-March 3

NKU_Legally BlondeLEGALLY BLONDE
Presented by Northern Kentucky University
Feb. 21-March 3
Highland Heights

Reviews: Enquirer |  Talkin’ Broadway |

Local media coverage: Enquirer article |

Directed by Jamey Strawn
Musical direction by Damon Stevens

This hit Broadway musical is adapted from the motion picture and follows sorority star Elle Woods. Elle doesn’t take “no” for an answer, so when her boyfriend dumps her for someone “serious,” Elle puts down the credit card, hits the books, and sets out to go where no Delta Nu has gone before: Harvard Law. Along the way, Elle proves that being true to yourself never goes out of style.

  • Thu-Sat, Feb. 21-23 at 8pm
  • Sun, Feb. 24 at 3pm
  • Wed-Sat, Feb. 27-March 2 at 8pm
  • Sun, March 3 at 3pm

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December 4, 2012 · 10:13 pm

NKU’s GREASE Earns Two LCT Nominations

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The cast. Photo by Mikki Schaffner.

Panelists for the League of Cincinnati Theatres (LCT) have recognized Northern Kentucky University’s production of GREASE with two LCT nominations for Choreography (Jane Green) and Ensemble in a Musical, as well as distinguishing it as a recommended production.

Nominated for 11 Tony Awards, Grease has spawned a series of motion pictures as well as two Broadway revivals. In the late 50’s ‘Grease is the word’ at Rydell High School. where Danny Zuko pines for cheerleader Sandy Dumbrowski. Come follow these star-crossed lovers and their gang of rebellious teens as they navigate the complexities of love, cars, and drive-ins.

Panelists praised Jane Green’s choreography as “witty and clever”; “very energetic and creative, while evoking the spirit of late 50s rock and roll.” The ensemble cast was “delightful”—all the cast-members were “in synch…the singing and dancing were strong by all.” The entire production was “fun”, “high energy”, and “a pleasure to watch”.

GREASE continues through December 9th. 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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October 31, 2012 · 11:27 am

GREASE runs Nov. 29-Dec. 9

GREASE
Presented by Northern Kentucky University
Nov. 29-Dec. 9
Highland Heights

Reviews: Enquirer |

Directed by Michael W. Hatton

Cast: Noah Berry as Danny Zuko, Harli Cooper as Sandy Dumbrowski, Hunter Henrickson as Kenickie, Jessica Adamson as Betty Rizzo, Mary Kate Vanegas as Jan, Brad Goren as Roger, Allyson Mellick as Frenchy, Katy Miller as Marty, Brian Spencer as Doody, Miles Conger as Sonny LaTierri, Blair Godshall as Miss Lynch, Abby Wagner as Patty Simcox, Travis J. Black as Eugene Florczyk, Kayla Pecchioni as Cha-Cha DiGregorio, Matthew Krieg as Vince Fontaine, James Jones as Johnny Casino, Montez Jenkins as Teen Angel, Joey Squeri as Tommy & Hannah Gregory as Shirley

Nominated for 11 Tony Awards, this amazing musical has spawned a series of motion pictures as well as two Broadway revivals. In the late 50’s ‘Grease is the word’ at Rydell High School where Danny Zuko pines for cheerleader Sandy Dumbrowski. Come follow these star crossed lovers and their gang of rebellious teens as they navigate the complexities of love, cars, and drive-ins.

  • Thu-Sat, Nov. 29-Dec. 1 at 8pm
  • Sun, Dec. 2 at 3pm
  • Wed-Sat, Dec. 5-8 at 8pm
  • Sun, Dec. 9 at 3pm

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