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Special Events Featured at The Glenmore Playhouse

TDW_VERT(Cheviot, OH) The Drama Workshop is pleased to welcome guest performers on April 10 and 11, 2015 to The Glenmore Playhouse at 3716 Glenmore Ave in Cheviot.

On April 10th, TDW welcomes The Middle Child Improv Troupe, one of the premiere improvisational theatre groups in the greater Cincinnati area, with an 8 pm show. On April 11th at 2 pm, Playhouse in the Park will present its Off-the-Hill production of BIRD BRAIN, especially for children five and up.

TMCi_logoThe Middle Child Improv Troupe members are storytellers, magicians, and used car salesmen, all wrapped up in one hot mess. Having quickly gained national recognition for their innovative style, this troupe already has television and movie credits on their resume, and are soaring in popularity. They are….well…probably like your middle child — quirky, and a bit weird, and you swear you love them just the same….only different. They are completely unscripted, and audience interaction and suggestions make for a hilarious, action-packed show! Shows are always family friendly!

Tickets for The Middle Child are $8 each for the one-performance only show on April 10, 2015 at 8 pm.

Kelsey Torstveit, Claire Simba, Alex Purcell and D'Amante M. Wilson in BIRD BRAIN. Photo by Tony Arrasmith/Arrasmith & Associates.

Kelsey Torstveit, Claire Simba, Alex Purcell and D’Amante M. Wilson in BIRD BRAIN. Photo by Tony Arrasmith/Arrasmith & Associates.

The Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park returns to The Glenmore Playhouse with its production of “Bird Brain.” When a kindhearted woodcutter comes across a nest of freezing baby birds, he gives them a warm home under his hat. The problem is, he lives in a world where tipping your hat to others is not only a courtesy, but also the law, with severe punishments for disobeying. The woodcutter finds himself torn between doing what he feels is right and following the social norms. Will he follow the rules, or follow his heart? This charming fable about choosing to be different is full of laughs and the lesson that strange behavior isn’t always foolish.

The ticket price for “Bird Brain” is $5. The performance at The Glenmore Playhouse is on April 11, 2015, at 2 pm.

Tickets for both shows may be ordered by phoning the TDW 24/7 ticket line at 513.598.8303, or by ordering online at www.thedramaworkshop.org.

The Drama Workshop was founded in 1954. TDW is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to advancing education and promotion of the theatrical arts. The Drama Workshop is widely recognized as one of greater Cincinnati’s most accomplished community theater organizations, garnering dozens of awards annually from the Association of Community Theatres of Greater Cincinnati.

TDW productions have been selected to represent the Southwest Ohio region at the Ohio Community Theatre Association annual conference eight of the last ten years, and presented an excerpt of “Nunsense” at the 2014 state conference. TDW was also honored to represent the state of Ohio at the 2013 American Association of Community Theatre regional conference in Hartford, Wisconsin. The Drama Workshop was recognized in 2013 by the Cincinnati Preservation Association for their efforts to rehabilitate the former Glenmore Bowl into The Glenmore Playhouse.

Prospective members, and individuals or businesses interested in becoming involved or in helping advance TDW’s mission are encouraged to contact the group through our website at www.thedramaworkshop.org, or by phone at 513-598-8303.

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Neil Simon’s RUMORS Opens at The Drama Workshop

Ernie Cusack tries in vain to explain his apron to newly arrived Glenn Cooper in Neil Simon's RUMORS. Pictured left to right, Bill Keeton & Robert Weidle. Elaine Volker image.

Ernie Cusack tries in vain to explain his apron to newly arrived Glenn Cooper. Pictured left to right, Bill Keeton & Robert Weidle. Elaine Volker image.

(Cheviot, OH) The Drama Workshop, the award-winning community theatre based at The Glenmore Playhouse in Cheviot, is pleased to present Neil Simon’s RUMORS from February 27 through March 15.

Charley and Myra Brock are celebrating their 10th anniversary and have invited all their good friends. Chris and Ken Gorman are the first ones to arrive, but find that Myra is missing and Charley has “accidentally” shot himself in the ear. Charley is unconscious and so unable to tell them what happened. Charley is the deputy Mayor of New York City – so Chris and Ken try to help their host avoid a scandal by covering up what they assume to be the truth of the situation. As more friends show up to the party, the story of Charley and Myra’s anniversary evening gone awry grows and develops, providing a rich basis for great characters doing what Neil Simon does best – making the mundane…insane!

The show is headed up by director Julie Jordan, who helmed TDW’s acclaimed production of CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF, and award-winning producer Elaine Volker.

Cassie Cooper and Claire Ganz try to take Lenny Ganz's mind off the increasing craziness in Neil Simon's RUMORS. Pictured left to right, Jennifer Richardson, Eric Day, Megan Schultheis. Elaine Volker image.

Cassie Cooper and Claire Ganz try to take Lenny Ganz’s mind off the increasing craziness. Pictured left to right, Jennifer Richardson, Eric Day, Megan Schultheis. Elaine Volker image.

Ms. Jordan has a long relationship with this particular show. “In 1992, The Drama Workshop held auditions for RUMORS. I didn’t know a lot about the play at the time, but I read for it and got cast as Cassie,” she explained. “I loved the play so much that I directed it several years ago for a local high school. Now, I have come full circle.”

Playing Cassie this time around is Jennifer Richardson. While Jennifer is appearing in her first show with The Drama Workshop, she’s no stranger to theatre, having been involved with various groups for over 20 years. During the day, she is speech-language pathologist at Midway Elementary.

Jennifer’s experience is matched by the rest of the cast, who come to perform in Cheviot from as far away as Madeira and West Chester. The cast is a veritable “Who’s Who” of Cincinnati theatre, featuring Robert Weidle, Kristy Rucker, Bill Keeton, Jennifer Richardson, Fred Hunt, Megan Schultheis, Gretchen Gantner, Ian Tinney, Joe Ward, and Eric Day.

Neil Simon’s RUMORS runs February 27 and 28, and March 1, 6, 7, 8, 13, 14, and 15th. Show times are 8 pm on Friday and Saturday evenings, and 2 pm on Sunday. There is plenty of free parking around the theatre, and many opportunities for before-show drinks or dinner in the Cheviot Entertainment District.

Tickets are $15 when purchased in advance, and may be ordered through the 24-hour ticket line at 513.598.8303, or online through the TDW website at http://www.thedramaworkshop.org. Tickets purchased at the door are $16. Because of strong ticket presales, The Drama Workshop recommends purchasing your tickets in advance.

RUMORS features strong adult language, and is not suitable for younger patrons.

The Drama Workshop was founded in 1954. TDW is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to advancing education and promotion of the theatrical arts. The Drama Workshop is widely recognized as one of greater Cincinnati’s most accomplished community theater organizations, garnering dozens of awards annually from the Association of Community Theatres of Greater Cincinnati.

TDW productions have been selected to represent the Southwest Ohio region at the Ohio Community Theatre Association annual conference eight of the last ten years, and presented an excerpt of “Nunsense” at the 2014 state conference. TDW was also honored to represent the state of Ohio at the 2013 American Association of Community Theatre regional conference in Hartford, Wisconsin. The Drama Workshop was recognized in 2013 by the Cincinnati Preservation Association for their efforts to rehabilitate the former Glenmore Bowl into The Glenmore Playhouse.

Prospective members, and individuals or businesses interested in becoming involved or in helping advance TDW’s mission are encouraged to contact the group through our website at www.thedramaworkshop.org, or by phone at 513-598-8303.

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RUMORS Runs Feb. 27-March 15

TDW_Rumors logoRUMORS
Presented by The Drama Workshop
Feb. 27-March 15
Cheviot

Directed by Julie Jordan

Cast: Kristy Rucker as Chris Gorman, Fred Hunt as Ken Gorman, Megan Schultheis as Claire Ganz, Eric Day as Lenny Ganz, Robert Weidle as Ernie Cusack, Gretchen Gantner as Cookie Cusack, Bill Keeton as Glenn Cooper, Jennifer Richardson as Cassie Cooper, Joe Ward as Officer Ben Welch & Ian Tinney as Officer Pudney

RUMORS is a farce which takes place in the upscale home of New York City’s deputy mayor, Charley Brock. Charley and his wife, Myra, have invited friends to a party there to celebrate their 10th anniversary, but before the party begins, Charley has suffered a gunshot wound to the earlobe which may or may not have been self-inflicted. Myra is nowhere to be found. As guests arrive, each learns of the situation but tries to keep it hidden from the next guest to arrive. As the play progresses, the guests share rumors about the party’s hosts and about each other. What will happen when the police arrive?

  • Fri-Sat, Feb. 27-28 at 8pm
  • Sun, March 1 at 2pm
  • Fri-Sat, March 6-7 at 8pm
  • Sun, March 8 at 2pm
  • Fri-Sat, March 13-14 at 8pm
  • Sun, March 15 at 2pm

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TDW Offers Ticket Special for Closing Weekend of PUTTING IT TOGETHER

Bree Hunter Sprankle works to seduce Robin Baker in The Drama Workshop's production of Stephen Sondheim's PUTTING IT TOGETHER, running through Dec 21. Photo by Elaine Volker.

Bree Hunter Sprankle works to seduce Robin Baker in The Drama Workshop’s production of Stephen Sondheim’s PUTTING IT TOGETHER, running through Dec 21. Photo by Elaine Volker.

(Cheviot, OH) The Drama Workshop’s production of the acclaimed Stephen Sondheim review PUTTING IT TOGETHER closes the weekend of December 19 with three final performances at The Glenmore Playhouse, 3716 Glenmore Avenue, Cheviot.

For the closing weekend, TDW is offering a limited two-for-one ticket special for advance sales made via its 24/7 ticket line at 513-598-8303. Patrons wishing to take advantage of this offer must mention the phrase “Rich and Happy” when placing their phone message.

A humorous, poignant and sophisticated musical review, PUTTING IT TOGETHER is a celebration of the stage and screen work of multiple Tony Award-winner Stephen Sondheim, the foremost theatrical composer and lyricist of our time. Putting It Together weaves a lyrical story around the emotions and relationships of five guests attending a Manhattan holiday cocktail party, studded with material from a number of Sondheim’s original musicals and films including “A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum”, “Anyone Can Whistle”, “Company”, “Follies”, “A Little Night Music”, “Sweeney Todd”, and “Into the Woods”.

PUTTING IT TOGETHER is directed by Adam Drake, with musical and vocal direction by Linda Abbott, and is produced by Ray Persing. This fast-paced 30-song show features the talents of Robin Baker, Stephen Cox, Cynthia Mottel, David Radtke, and Bree Hunter Sprankle.

The final performances will be at 8 p.m. Dec. 19 and Dec. 20, and 2 p.m. on Dec. 21.

PUTTING IT TOGETHER contains some mild adult language and may not be suitable for younger patrons.

For more information or to order tickets, please call TDW’s 24/7 ticket line at 513-598-8303 or order on line at www.thedramaworkshop.org. Advanced reservation seats are $15 each, and $16 at the box office the day of the show. Patrons wishing to take advantage of the two-for-one ticket special must complete their paid ticket reservation through the ticket line by noon on Friday, Dec 19. The offer is not valid for online sales or at the door.

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Actress Needed for TDW’s RUMORS

TDW_VERTCANCELLED due to illness. New date to be announced.

A unique opportunity has arisen for an actress for a role in The Drama Workshop’s production of Neil Simon’s RUMORS.

We will have auditions for the role of Chris Gorman, age 30 – 40 on Monday, Dec 15 at 7pm at The Glenmore Playhouse, home to The Drama Workshop, 3716 Glenmore Ave. Cheviot Oh.

Rehearsals will start on Jan 13, 2015. Audition and contact forms can be found on the TDW facebook page in the files section. Please contact me, Elaine Volker, for more information. RUMORS runs Feb 27 – March 13, 2015.

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