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August 1, 2019 · 2:28 pm

Auditions Announced for ANNIE JR. and Roald Dahl’s MATILDA the Musical at Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati

TCTC_new logoThe Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati (TCT) is holding auditions in August for two MainStage productions in their 100th Season!

TCT is the nation’s oldest children’s theatre and is a professional theatre company. All roles are paid positions.

TCT is passionate about creating an inclusive workplace and committed to diverse casting process. All roles are open to all ethnicities and backgrounds.

Upon audition registration, you may indicate which shows you would like to be considered for this season. Auditions are by appointment only.

Young Artists ages 9-18 and Adults 18+ may make an audition appointment.

You only need ONE audition appointment even if you are interested in both productions.

Visit www.thechildrenstheatre.com/mainstage/auditions to sign-up for an audition appointment. 

Appointments can be made for:

  • Monday, August 12, 2019 between 5:30 PM and 8:30 PM
  • Tuesday, August 13, 2019 between 5:30 PM and 8:30 PM
  • Wednesday, August 14, 2019 between 5:30 PM and 8:30 PM
  • Thursday, August 15, 2019 between 5:30 PM and 8:30 PM

You may be asked to return and attend a “movement callback” on the day of your audition, which will take place from 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM.

ANNIE JR. callbacks will take place on Saturday, August 17, 10:00AM – 2:30PM

ROALD DAHL’S MATILDA THE MUSICAL callbacks will take place on Sunday, August 18, 6:00PM – 10PM

Auditions and Callbacks are held at TCT’s headquarters located at: 4015 Red Bank Road, Cincinnati OH 45227.

For information concerning auditions email Eric Byrd at eric.byrd@tctcincinnati.com.

Visit www.thechildrenstheatre.com/mainstage/auditions to sign-up for an audition appointment.

PREPARE
Please prepare one memorized song that best shows your vocal range. (1-minute max). The song must be age appropriate. Remember to have your PIANO SHEET MUSIC, as we will NOT be auditioning your a cappella skills. An accompanist will be provided. Your sheet music MUST have the piano part, not just the vocal line, and music should be in a 3-ring binder with the cut CLEARLY marked for the accompanist.

You only need a song. You do NOT need to prepare a monologue.

You may be asked to show your dance ability later in the evening. Please bring attire with you to change into in case we ask you to return.

You must bring a RECENT 8×10 headshot and UPDATED performance resume. Even if you upload to the audition website, a hardcopy of your headshot and resume is required.

Plan to arrive at least 10-15 minutes ahead of your appointment to check/correct previously submitted paperwork. If we are ahead of schedule, we may audition you early.

Due to concentrated rehearsal periods, we ask that you do not have conflicts during rehearsals. In an effort to best facilitate all rehearsal times, all those auditioning will be asked to list all conflicts at the time of the audition. Conflicts will result in a stipend adjustment. Please take note of when rehearsals begin, the day and evening tech and performance schedule, and bring your calendar with you to the audition.

ABOUT THE SHOWS

ANNIE JR.
Book: Thomas Meehan
Music: Charles Strouse
Lyrics: Martin Charnin

Directed and Choreographed by: Eric Byrd

Leapin’ Lizards! Kick off Leap Year with us! The popular comic strip heroine takes center stage in one of the world’s best-loved musicals. With equal measures of pluck and positivity, little orphan Annie charms everyone’s hearts, despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City. She is determined to find her parents, who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of an orphanage run by the cruel, embittered Miss Hannigan.

Rehearsals: January 25 – February 22, 2020
Mon – Thurs: 6:30-9:30 PM, Sat: 10AM – 4PM

Tech in the Taft Theatre: February 26-28, 2020
Daytime/Evening

Performances: February 29 – March 9, 2020
Morning and Afternoon performances during school days. Afternoon and evening performances Friday-Sunday.

SEEKING THE FOLLOWING:

  • ANNIE: Female, age 11, a complex, tough, streetwise urchin with surprising vulnerability when she thinks she might lose what is most important to her, her newfound family.  Seeking strong Actor, Dancer and singer with powerhouse vocal ability.
  • MISS HANNIGAN: Adult Female, a definite “has been” with a distaste for her job and the “little girls” she is surrounded by.  Seeking a strong Actor, Singer, Comedienne, with wonderful comedic timing. 
  • GRACE FARRELL: Adult Female, Oliver Warbucks’ calm, cool, and classy secretary.  A strong business minded woman with a soft maternal side.  Seeking a strong Singer, Actor, Dancer
  • OLIVER WARBUCKS: Adult Male, the daunting millionaire who made his fortune during World War 1 as an industrialist.  A self-assured, confident man who is charmed by Annie’s kindness and optimism.  Seeking strong Actor, Dancer, Singer with a commanding presence.
  • ROOSTER: Adult Male, Miss Hannigan’s swindling brother and con man who disguises himself as Ralph Mudge in an attempt to collect Warbucks’ reward money. Seeking strong Actor, Singer, Dancer with natural comedic timing.
  • LILY: Adult Female, Rooster Hannigan’s featherbrained girlfriend who disguises herself as Shirley Mudge in an attempt to collect Warbucks’ reward money.  Seeking strong Actor, Singer, Dancer, with strong comedic timing.
  • THE ORPHANS: Female, to portray ages 6-13, gritty girls who are neglected and vulnerable yet still honest, loveable, and mischievous.  Seeking Actor, Singer, Dancers to play [MOLLY] the youngest and smallest, [PEPPER] the toughest, [DUFFY] the tallest, [JULY] the quietest, [TESSIE] the sensitive one, [KATE] the second youngest.
  • STAR-TO-BE: Adult/Teen Female. A glamorous diva newly arrived to New York City, determined to be a Star. Seeking a powerhouse belter with commanding presence.
  • ENSEMBLE: A group of Adults, Teens, and children to play a wide variety of characters and features including [OFFICER WARD], [BERT HEALY], [MISTER BUNDLES], featured servants, and [PRESIDENT FRANKLIN D. ROOSEVELT]. Seeking STRONG Dancer, Singer, Actors with versatile singing and acting ability who will cover principal roles

ROALD DAHL’S MATILDA THE MUSICAL
Book: Dennis Kelly
Music & Lyrics: Tim Minchin
From the novel by: Roald Dahl

Directed by: Nate Bertone
Choreographed by: Diane Lala

Broadway’s biggest little hero, Matilda, is an extraordinary little girl with a vivid imagination. Unloved by her cruel parents, Matilda is armed with astonishing wit, intelligence and mysterious powers. At school, she catches the eye of her sweet schoolteacher, Miss Honey, but also the mean headmistress, Miss Trunchbull, who loves to think of clever ways to punish children. Matilda and Miss Honey have a profound effect on each other and together they dare to take a stand against Miss Trunchbull to change their destiny.

Rehearsals: March 21 – April 18, 2020 (No rehearsal April 10, 11, 12)
Mon – Thus: 6:30-9:30 PM, Sat: 10AM – 4PM

Tech in the Taft Theatre: April 22 – 24
(Daytime/Evening)

Performances: April 25 – May 4, 2020
Morning and Afternoon performances during school days. Afternoon and evening performances Friday-Sunday. 

SEEKING THE FOLLOWING:

  • MATILDA: Young Female to portray age range 6 to 10, An imaginative girl who is clever and wise far beyond her years. She has a thirst for learning that cannot be quenched. Seeking confident Actor, Singer, Mover.
  • MISS AGATHA TRUNCHBULL:  Adult Male, the tyrannical headmistress at Matilda’s school who despises children. Seeking strong Actor, Singer, Mover. Tumbling/Trampoline experience a plus! Seeking understudy ONLY.
  • MISS HONEY: Adult Female, Matilda’s kind-hearted teacher, she is tired of living under fear of Miss Trunchbull.  Seeking strong Actor, Singer.
  • WORMWOOD: Adult Male, Matilda’s un-caring father, a slimy, greedy used-car salesman. Seeking strong Actor, Singer with great comedic abilities.
  • MRS. WORMWOOD:  Adult Female, Matilda’s self-absorbed, negligent mother and an amateur ballroom dancer.  Seeking strong Actor, Singer, and Dancer.
  • MICHAEL WORMOOD:  Teen Male, Matilda’s older brother, who is not very bright and favored by their parents.  Seeking strong Singer, Actor.
  • BRUCE:  Young Male to portray age 7 to 14, Matilda’s classmate, he is subject to extreme punishment by Miss Trunchbull.  Seeking strong Singer, Actor, Dancer.
  • LAVENDER:  Young Female to portray age 7 to 10, Matilda’s classmate and friend.  Seeking strong Singer, Actor, Dancer.
  • MRS. PHELPS:  Adult Female, a nice librarian who loves listening to Matilda’s stories.  Seeking strong actress.  Seeking understudy ONLY.
  • THE ESCAPOLOGIST:  Adult Male, A character in a story Matilda tells Mrs. Phelps who comes to life in their imagination. Seeking strong Actor, Singer. 
  • THE ACROBAT: Adult Female, A character in a story Matilda tells Mrs. Phelps who comes to life in their imagination. Seeking strong Singer, Actor, Dancer with acrobat abilities.
  • RUDOLPHO: Adult Male, Mrs. Wormwood’s ballroom dance partner. Seeking strong Actor, Singer, Dancer.
  • ENSEMBLE: A group of Adults, Teens, and children to play a wide variety of characters and features including parents, students, and understudy principal roles.  Seeking extremely strong and versatile Dancer, Singer, Actors. Tumbling ability a HUGE plus!

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June 20, 2019 · 2:05 pm

Education Director Sought by The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati

TCTC_new logoEDUCATION DIRECTOR (FULL-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 – We welcome over 102,000 children, teachers, and family members from across the Tri-State, to one of our four family-friendly and professional musical theater productions at the historic Taft.
  • TCT On Tour – We see over 83,000 children and their families at one of our touring performances or during an arts-integration workshop or residency.
  • TCT Academy – Over 1,200 children will be provided fine arts instruction, including the group that participates in the four-week summer NKU STAR Intensive, or three-week STAR Red Bank program, where we offer professional musical theatre training to some of the region’s most talented youth.

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 Education Director assists the organization in fulfilling its mission of educating, entertaining and engaging audiences of all ages through professional theatrical productions and arts education programming.  The Education Director is a member of TCT’s Resident Artist Company and coordinates all elements of TCT’s Education Department with the assistance from members of the Education Team.  The Education Director directly supports and upholds the integrity of Producing Artistic Director’s vision for the organization’s Education Department.

Education Department
The Education Department consists of the following programs: TCT Academy’s Class Sessions, Private Lessons, Summer Camps, The STAR Program, The JumpStart Theatre Program, Workshops, Study Guides for all Touring and MainStage Productions, Podcasts, TCT’s Summer Stage, and future TVYA (Theatre for the Very Young) Programming.

Reports and Reporting
The Education Director of The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati directly reports to the Managing Director & CEO with all artistic decisions pertaining to creative programming supervised by and collaborated on with the Producing Artistic Director.  The following positions report directly to the Education Director: The TCT Academy Manager, Resident Workshop/Teaching Artists, and the Resident Playwright/Workshop Artist. The STAR Program Manager reports directly to the Education Director in matters related to STAR but co-reports to the Producing Artistic Director in matters related to this role’s administrative duties as an Executive Assistant. All contracted teachers within the academy will be supervised by the TCT Academy Manager but hired at the discretion of the Education Director and the Artistic Director.

Responsibilities:

The Education Director’s duties include but are not limited to: 

  • Overseeing all Education Department Personnel, including part-time teaching or workshop artists
  • Working closely with the Finance Director, the Managing Director & CEO, and the Producing Artistic Director to create the operating budget for the Education Department
  • Conducting monthly budgetary tracking and reporting, including current financial results and budget performance forecasting
  • Observing teaching artists and providing feedback
  • Overseeing development of new Academy programs and the growth of future TVYA programming
  • Developing and implementing TCT Academy curricula and policies in collaboration with TCT Education staff; Determining what classes the Academy will offer and, in collaboration with Teaching Artists, develop guidelines for workshops and classes
  • Supporting the TCT Academy Manager with day-to-day administrative needs of the Academy, including communication with parents, assist customers with class selection, organizing culminating class showcases; Resolve and troubleshoot student, parent and teacher problems or complaints
  • Working with the Education Team and Marketing Department to write class description copy for TCT Academy fliers and other marketing materials. Collaborate with the Marketing Team and the Producing Artistic Director for layout and aesthetic for any publicity materials
  • Working collaboratively with the STAR Program Manager, Associate Artistic Director and the Producing Artist Director on the development of STAR Program content
  • Working with the Development Manager to execute the JumpStart Theatre program’s administrative needs
  • Hiring and supervising JumpStart Theatre Program mentors
  • Assisting with school selection for the JumpStart Theatre Program
  • Performing other duties as assigned to support TCT’s mission 

Ideal and Minimum Qualifications: 

  • A Master’s or a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Theatre Education or related field, or equivalent work experience with Theatre Education (3+ years experience teaching and supervising an established performing arts training academy preferred)
  • Broad understanding of all aspects of theatre education with specific knowledge of developmental and education theories and the impact theatre has on youth
  • Demonstrated skills in creating and maintaining budgets
  • Collaborate with a tight-knit, mission-oriented, and dedicated staff
  • Working knowledge of PC and Mac-based productivity software and familiarity with industry standard theatrical software.
  • Prior experience leading a team in a dynamic environment
  • Excellent problem solving and communication skills, both written and oral are imperative
  • Experience building innovative educational programs and performance opportunities for young professionals
  • Patient, likable, and a strong mentor to young artists
  • Ability to build and maintain a top-class performing arts academy
  • Ability to analyze and evaluate the needs for TCT Academy, TCT Workshops, Study Guides, the JumpStart Program, and additional educational materials
  • Able to maintain a flexible work schedule, which may include irregular and extended working hours 

Salary Range and Benefits: 

  • Annual Salary Range: $44,000-58,000 based on experience
  • Relocation stipend available
  • Health, vision and dental benefits available, partially subsidized by employer contributions, after a waiting period
  • 403(b) retirement plan participation available with eligibility for an employer match after one year of credited service
  • Generous PTO based on years of service
  • Generous paid holiday schedule
  • Artistic outlets are available for candidates whose skillset could add to TCT in areas outside of the Education Department: Directing, Scenic or Costume Design, for example 

How to Apply: 

  • TCT is committed to dismantling structures which may prevent ANYONE from applying for employment with us.
  • Please submit by any means that you would like (Cover letter, video, video letter, resume, portfolio, etc.). It is important to submit whatever best represents you and your work. Include and highlight any skills or experiences you think would be most crucial to this position. Letters of recommendation and/or professional references are welcome. You may submit via email to: submissions@tctcincinnati.com, Subject line: EDUCATION DIRECTOR SUBMISSION
  • Application deadline: July 15, 2019
  • Ideal Start Date: August 19, 2019

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June 20, 2019 · 1:59 pm

Academy Manager Sought by The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati

TCTC_new logoTCT ACADEMY MANAGER (FULL-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 – We welcome over 102,000 children, teachers, and family members from across the Tri-State, to one of our four family-friendly and professional musical theater productions at the historic Taft.
  • TCT On Tour – We see over 83,000 children and their families at one of our touring performances or during an arts-integration workshop or residency.
  • TCT Academy – Over 1,200 children will be provided fine arts instruction, including the group that participates in the four-week summer NKU STAR Intensive, or three-week STAR Red Bank program, where we offer professional musical theatre training to some of the region’s most talented youth.

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 TCT Academy Manager assists the organization in fulfilling its mission of educating, entertaining and engaging audiences of all ages through professional theatrical productions and arts education programming.  The TCT Academy Manager is a member of TCT’s Resident Artist Company and coordinates the TCT Academy’s functions with the assistance from members of the Education Team.  TCT Academy Manager directly supports and upholds the integrity of Producing Artistic Director’s vision for the organization’s Education Department.

TCT Academy Department
The TCT Academy Department consists of the following programs: TCT Academy’s Class Sessions, Private Lessons, Summer Camps, and the STAR Program.

Reports and Reporting
The TCT Academy Manager of The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati reports to the Education Director and directly supervises all contracted teachers within the Academy who are hired at the discretion of the Education Director. The TCT Academy Manager teaches and works closely with our team of full-time Resident Teaching/Workshop Artists and the STAR Program Manager to schedule their time within the functions of TCT Academy and the STAR Program.

Responsibilities: 

The TCT Academy Manager’s duties include but are not limited to: 

  • Overseeing TCT Academy contracted teaching artists
  • Working closely with the Education Director to help create the operating budget for the Education Department
  • Observing teaching artists and providing feedback to the Education Director
  • Researching and developing TCT Academy lesson plan curricula and implementing TCT Academy curricula and policies in collaboration with TCT Education staff.
  • Assisting the Education Director in determining what classes the Academy will offer.
  • Supporting the Education Director with day-to-day administrative needs of the Academy, including communication with parents, assisting customers with class selection, organizing culminating class showcases, resolving and troubleshooting student, parent and teacher questions.
  • Working with the Education Team and Marketing Department in writing class description copy for TCT Academy fliers and other marketing materials
  • Work closely with the STAR Program Manager, Associate Artistic Director and the Producing Artist Director to assist with the development of STAR Programs (STAR NKU, STAR Red Bank, and STAR All STARS) content.
  • Teaching classes within the Academy at beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels.
  • Organizing functions associated with the TCT Academy.
  • Working with other staff to launch TCT hosted events under TCT Academy.
  • Cultivating and measuring student retention.
  • Representing TCT at industry events.
  • Performing other duties as assigned to support TCT’s mission. 

Ideal and Minimum Qualifications: 

  • A Master’s or a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Theatre Education or related field, or equivalent work experience with Theatre Education (2+ years of experience in teaching and administrative work within an established performing arts training academy is preferred)
  • Broad understanding of all aspects of theatre education including knowledge of developmental and education theories and the impact theatre has on youth
  • Familiarity with managing budgets
  • Collaborate with a tight-knit, mission-oriented, and dedicated staff
  • Working knowledge of PC and Mac-based productivity software and familiarity with industry standard theatrical software
  • Prior experience supervising a team in a dynamic environment
  • Excellent problem solving and communication skills, both written and oral, are imperative
  • Able to maintain a flexible work schedule, which may include irregular and extended working hours 

Salary Range and Benefits: 

  • Annual Salary Range: $25,000 – $35,000 based on experience
  • Health, vision and dental benefits available, partially subsidized by employer contributions, after a waiting period
  • 403(b) retirement plan participation available with eligibility for an employer match after one year of credited service
  • Generous PTO based on years of service
  • Generous paid holiday schedule
  • Artistic outlets are available for candidates whose skillset could add to TCT in areas outside of the Education Department: Directing, Scenic or Costume Design, for example. 

How to Apply: 

  • TCT is committed to dismantling structures which may prevent anyone from applying for employment with us.
  • Please submit by any means that you would like (Cover letter, video, video letter, resume, portfolio, etc.). It is important to submit whatever best represents you and your work. Include and highlight any skills or experiences you think would be most crucial to this position. Letters of recommendation and/or professional references are welcome. You may submit via email to: submissions@tctcincinnati.com, Subject line: TCT ACADEMY MANAGER SUBMISSION
  • Application deadline: July 15, 2019
  • Ideal Start Date: August 19, 2019

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June 10, 2019 · 10:50 am

Properties Master Sought by The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati

TCTC_new logoPROPERTIES MASTER

Job Description
The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati (TCT) is seeking a highly skilled Properties Master. The Properties Master will assist the acclaimed organization in fulfilling its mission of educating, entertaining and engaging audiences of all ages through professional theatrical productions and arts education programming. Note: While this is an 11-month contracted position, it has great potential to evolve into a full-time position next June.

Apply
TCT is committed to dismantling structures which may prevent anyone from applying for employment with us. Please submit by any means that you would like (Cover letter, video, video letter, resume, portfolio, etc.). It is important to submit whatever best represents you and your work. Include and highlight any skills or experiences you think would be most crucial to this position. Letters of recommendation and/or professional references are welcome. You may submit via email to: submissions@tctcincinnati.com, Subject line: PROP MASTER SUBMISSION by June 17th, 2019!

Position Summary
The Properties Master will have the opportunity to work with a team of dedicated artists to create props for whimsical stories to inspire and entertain the next generation of theatre lovers. The Properties Master will be directly responsible for obtaining and creating props for TCT’s Productions and promotional events, in collaboration with the design, production, and artistic teams. They will be responsible for maintaining, tracking, and organizing additions to our prop stock as well as coordinating arrangements and documents for props leaving storage for use within the company or for an outside rental.

The Properties Master should be available for production meetings, technical and dress rehearsals and other meetings as assigned and meet the deadlines established by the Technical Director (TD) and Production Stage Manager.

The Properties Master will have access to a company vehicle for transporting items as necessary, tools, stock, and facility use in our Scenic Shop. Standard health and safety protocol must be used when working in the shop.

The ideal candidate should be able to creatively blend existing stock with their own design, build props from scratch, or purchase creative solutions to satisfy the director’s vision for the productions within budget.

Minimum Skills and Qualifications

  • Experience with photoshop(or like software), carpentry, woodworking, sewing, crafting, upholstery, and artistic painting
  • Working knowledge of basic electrics and implementing electronic functions
  • Able to work with power tools
  • Basic puppet building, welding
  • Driving up to a 26’ Box Truck and forklift operations a plus
  • Able to lift up to 75lbs with assistance.
  • Create or otherwise obtain props for all MainStage and Touring productions
  • Produce quality work within a given deadline and in adherence with the production schedule
  • Creative Shopping for necessary materials with budgetary mindfulness
  • Track spending, retain receipts, and submit expense reports to TD
  • Alter existing props to fit the scenic designer and director’s vision
  • Check-in with the directors on props with specific vision or needs
  • Coordinate transportation with the TD of props to and from TCT and outside locations
  • Repair and maintain props as necessary during performance
  • Create a master prop list for each show with Stage Management Teams
  • Read and respond to daily rehearsal and performance reports in a timely manner
  • Build relationships with other arts organizations, share prop stock as available

TCT Season Timeline
The Properties Master will work within the following timeline:

SEASON PREP: (July)
Re-Organize and prep prop storage; Prepare and transport props for upcoming Touring rehearsals of the first two productions; Assist summer programming with prop check out and return; Attend production and design meetings as assigned.

TCT ON TOUR (smaller shows performed with 4 actors)

  • SUFFRAGETTES: With Liberty and Voting for All: Rehearses Aug. 5-16 (Strike Nov. 4, 2019)
  • DOROTHY IN OZ: Rehearses Aug 19-30, 2019 (Strike May 31st, 2020)
  • MRS. CLAUS SAVES THE DAY: Rehearses Nov. 4-15(Strike Dec. 22, 2019)
  • CORETTA SCOTT KING: Rehearses Jan. 6-17, 2020(Strike May 31, 2020)

TCT ON TOUR (One-Person touring shows)

  • BAH-HUMBUG: Rehearses Nov. 4-15 (Strike Dec. 22, 2019) (Remount! Show Props Exist)
  • HARRIET TUBMAN: Rehearses Jan 6-17, 2020 (Strike April 1, 2020) (Minimal Props)
  • CINDERELLA WORE COWBOY BOOTS: Rehearsals begin April 1, 2020 (Strike TBD) (Minimal Props)

TCT MAINSTAGE (large scale, Broadway-style shows at The Taft Theatre)

  • CASPER THE FRIENDLY MUSICAL: Rehearsals begin Sept. 7 (Strike Oct. 21, 2019)
  • A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS: Rehearsals begin Nov. 4 (Strike Dec. 16, 2019)
  • ANNIE JR.: Rehearsals begin Jan 25, 2020 (Strike March 9, 2020)
  • ROALD DAHL’S MATILDA THE MUSICAL.: Rehearsals begin March 14, 2020 (Load out May 4, 2020)

Contract Amount: $25K

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May 30, 2019 · 11:31 am

TCT’s Managing Director & CEO Elected to National Board

TCTC_Kim Kern headshot

Kim Kern, Managing Director and CEO of The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati. Photo by Mikki Schaffner.

Kim Kern selected to join TYA/USA’s Board of Directors 

(Cincinnati) The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati (TCT) is pleased to announce that Kim Kern, TCT’s Managing Director and CEO, has been elected to the National Board of Directors of Theatre for Young Audiences/USA (TYA/USA), a membership organization that serves and represents the national field of theatre for young audiences.

The TYA/USA board is comprised of highly skilled leaders, administrators, artists, and educators from across the country dedicated to advancing professional TYA theatre. The TYA/USA Board is responsible for supporting the vision, operations, and financial stability of the organization.

TCT’s Producing Artistic Director, Roderick Justice said, “Through the recent growth of one of the leading Children’s Theatres in the nation, Kim’s leadership of TCT makes her a perfect candidate for the board of TYA/USA. I am thrilled for Kim as she will carry TCT’s mission beyond Cincinnati and will impact, inspire, and ignite a love of theatre in young people throughout the entire country.” 

In just six short years, Ms. Kern has catapulted into the role of Managing Director and CEO of The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati (TCT) and has laid the literal foundation of the next iteration of the 100-year-old organization with the purchase and renovation of a new facility on Red Bank Road.

Scott Stubbins, current TCT Board Chair and Managing Director of STIFEL | Public Finance, said, “Ever since I met Kim she has been focused on growth.  She has grown the capabilities of our staff, grown our offerings to young audiences, grown the reach of our organization and grown the name of The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati around the country.  I am excited to watch her continue to grow on the TYA/USA board.”

Incoming TCT Board Chair, Gregory L. Adams, Esq., of Croswell & Adams Co., L.P.A., said, “I’m pleased Kim is joining the TYA/USA national board of directors.  They will benefit from her involvement, just as The Children’s Theatre has profited from her leadership over the past five years.”

First, some background…Ms. Kern is a native Cincinnatian and graduate of the Cincinnati Country Day School (’87).  Kim left Cincinnati to attend Vanderbilt University (’91) where she received a Bachelor of Science in Education, and then quickly returned to Cincinnati which she and her family continue to call home.

Kim assumed the role of Managing Director of The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati in September of 2013.  Her expertise spans non-profit management, fund raising, strategic planning, market media development, public relations, special events, grant acquisition, and major gift acquisition.  Her title and duties at TCT broadened to Managing Director and CEO in October of 2015.

Prior to joining The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati, Kim worked as the President of the Ohio Valley Chapter of the National MS Society, as the Director of Major Gifts for the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center and prior to that as the Director of Market Development for Local 12 WKRC-TV and Clear Channel Broadcasting. She served as the Executive Director of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and spent time operating her own consulting company, advising both for-profit and not-for-profit organizations in the area of special events, board building, marketing, corporate sponsorship, public relations, fundraising and promotions.

“I am thrilled to be part of an organization as well respected as The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati,” Ms. Kern said, “and to have the opportunity to learn from, and to share with other amazing such organizations through TYA/USA”

The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati (TCT) is the oldest children’s theatre in the country and is the only professional theater in the region that devotes its entire MainStage season to children.  The organization brings almost 103,000 people downtown to the Taft Theatre annually and reaches more than 83,000 students through touring productions and workshops.  In addition, TCT Academy offers arts training to children in a variety of disciplines. The company is helping to create the arts patrons and performers of our city’s future.

In December of 2015, when The Children’s Theatre moved into the new facility on Red Bank Road, the company saw a growth of 340% in the TCT Performing Arts Academy. With the new facility, TCT is now offering expanded programming and increased ticket subsidy for schools with 50% or more of their students who participate in free or reduced lunch programs. While growing a child’s interest in and skill in performing arts, TCT looks to always to further develop the child as a whole as well. For example, a child becomes a better speaker by taking an acting class, which increases their self-esteem, allowing them to become a leader in another field.

For the first time in history, thanks to Ms. Kern’s resourceful, enthusiastic and visionary efforts, the company has a true home, is seeing incredible growth, and the future has never looked brighter.

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