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July 29, 2025 · 3:37 pm

HAIRSPRAY Runs Aug. 20-Sept. 14

HAIRSPRAY
Warsaw Federal Incline Theatre
Aug. 20-Sept. 14
[East Price Hill]

Directed by Dee Anne Bryll
Music directed by Ryan Heinrich
Choreographed by Julius Jones

Cast: Carly J. Shepherd asTracy Turnblad, Sean Miller-Jones as Edna Turnblad, Douglas Berlon as Wilbur Turnblad, Savannah Slaby as Penning Pingleton, Jack Manion as Corny Collins, Jenny Herndon as Velma Von Tussle, Caroline Rakestraw as Amber Von Tussle, Tommy Sanders as Link Larkin, Roman Harris-Richardson as Seaweed J. Stubbs, Grace Manning as Little Inez, Mandy Gaines as Motormouth Maybelle, John Langley as Authority Figure, Emily Borst as Authority Figure & Cassidy Steele as Tammy/Ensemble/Dance Captain
Ensemble:  hristopher Wells, Kyle Rosa, Jordan Ward, Dylan Perez, Peyton Leonard, Mitchell Wolking, Kelsey Schwarber, Kertu Bell, Ashley O. Matt, Elizabeth Taylor, Austin Hoard, Derek Dunn-Melvin & Elijah Wilson.

It’s the 1960s, and change is in the air! Hairspray, winner of eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical, is a family-friendly musical, piled bouffant-high with laughter, romance and deliriously tuneful songs.  It’s 1962 in Baltimore, and the lovable plus-size teen, Tracy Turnblad, has only one desire – to dance on the popular “Corny Collins Show.” When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed from social outcast to sudden star. She must use her newfound power to dethrone the reigning Teen Queen, win the affections of heartthrob Link Larkin, and integrate a TV network… all without denting her ‘do!

  • Wed-Thu, Aug. 20-21 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, Aug. 22-23 at 8pm
  • Sun, Aug. 24 at 2pm
  • Wed-Thu, Aug. 27-28 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, Aug. 29-30 at 8pm
  • Sun, Aug. 31 at 2pm
  • Wed-Thu, Sept. 3-4 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, Sept. 5-6 at 8pm
  • Sun, Sept. 7 at 2pm
  • Wed-Thu, Sept. 10-11 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, Sept. 12-13 at 8pm
  • Sun, Sept. 14 at 2pm

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July 24, 2025 · 5:22 pm

Cast Announced for HAIRSPRAY at Warsaw Federal Incline Theatre

CLP is thrilled to roll out the red carpet (and the hairspray!) for our upcoming production of HAIRSPRAY, running August 20 – September 14, 2025 at the Warsaw Federal Incline Theatre!

With music by Marc Shaiman, lyrics by Shaiman and Scott Wittman, and book by Mark O’Donnell and Thomas Meehan, this Tony Award-winning musical—based on John Waters’s 1988 cult classic film—is a joyous celebration of individuality, inclusion, and the irresistible beat of the ’60s.

Meet the Cast:

  • Carly J. Shepherd as Tracy Turnblad
  • Sean Miller-Jones as Edna Turnblad
  • Douglas Berlon as Wilbur Turnblad
  • Savannah Slaby as Penny Pingleton
  • Jack Manion as Corny Collins
  • Jenny Herndon as Velma Von Tussle
  • Caroline Rakestraw as Amber Von Tussle
  • Tommy Sanders as Link Larkin
  • Roman Harris-Richardson as Seaweed J. Stubbs
  • Grace Manning as Little Inez
  • Mandy Gaines as Motormouth Maybelle
  • John Langley and Emily Borst as Authority Figures
  • Cassidy Steele as Tammy / Ensemble / Dance Captain
  • Ensemble: Christopher Wells, Kyle Rosa, Elena Boyd, Dylan Perez, Peyton Leonard, Mitchell Wolking, Kelsey Schwarber, Kertu Bell, Ashley O. Matt, Elizabeth Taylor, Austin Hoard, Derek Dunn-Melvin, and Elijah Wilson

Directed by Dee Anne Bryll
Music Direction by Ryan Heinrich
Choreography by Julius Jones
Production Stage Management by Shannon Eaton

A heartfelt thanks to Driehaus Insurance Group, our generous Show Sponsor!

It’s 1962 in Baltimore, and Tracy Turnblad is dancing her way into hearts, TV screens, and social change. Buckle up for a bouffant-blasting ride filled with laughter, romance, and toe-tapping tunes!

Tickets at CLPShows.org or call 📞 513.241.6550

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June 10, 2025 · 6:49 pm

BURGERTOWN: The Musical Runs July 9-Aug. 3

BURGERTOWN: The Musical
Warsaw Federal Incline Theatre
July 9-Aug. 3
[East Price Hill]

By Christine Jones, Ken Jones & Jamey Strawn

Directed by Ken Jones & Christine Jones
Music directed by Jamey Strawn
Choregraphed by Maddie Jones

Cast: Dain Paige as Sal Spumoni, Josh Galloway as Danny, Chloe Hedrick as Patty & Delaney ’Toole as Jan
Ensemble: Mabrey Rice, Marlo D’Ascenzo, Emma Hackworth, Zach Petrie & Issiah Current

BurgerTown is a delicious musical comedy set in the Windy City. When Danny O’Riley, a timid fry cook accidentally invents the hottest new craze in the fast-food world; the Triangle Burger, he takes the humble BurgerTown diner from its lowly place beneath the tracks of the Fullerton train station to soaring new heights. Along the way, Danny encounters bad guys, big business, and beautiful women. While he struggles to hold onto his sanity as he chases his dreams for success, romance, and a fast-food fortune.

  • Wed-Thu, July 9-10 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, July 11-12 at 8pm
  • Sun, July 13 at 2pm
  • Wed-Thu, July 16-17 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, July 18-19 at 8pm
  • Sun, July 20 at 2pm
  • Wed-Thu, July 23-24 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, July 25-26 at 8pm
  • Sun, July 27 at 2pm
  • Wed-Thu, July 30-31 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, Aug. 1-2 at 8pm
  • Sun, Aug. 3 at 2pm

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May 12, 2025 · 3:41 pm

Cast Announced for MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET at Warsaw Federal Incline Theater

The 2025 Summer Classic Season at Warsaw Federal Incline Theater Presents MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET May 28 – June 22, 2025

Book by Colin Escott and Floyd Mutrux Original Concept and Direction by Floyd Mutrux. Inspired by Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins. Originally developed and produced by Relevant Theatricals, John Cossette Productions and Northern Lights, Inc., at the Goodman Theatre, Robert Falls, Artistic Director – Roche Shulfer, Executive Director and transferred to The Apollo Theatre, Chicago, IL, 2008 Produced by the Village Theatre, Issaquah, Washington, Robb Hunt, Producer – Steve Tompkins, Artistic Director, 2007 and Seaside Music Theater, Daytona Beach, FL, Tippin Davidson Producer – Lester Malizia, Artistic Director, 2008.

The Tony Award-nominated musical MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET is set on December 4, 1956, when an extraordinary twist of fate brought Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley together at Sun Records in Memphis for what would be one of the greatest jam sessions ever. MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET brings that legendary December night to life with an irresistible tale of broken promises, secrets, betrayal and celebrations that is both poignant and funny. Relive the era with the smash-hit sensation featuring an incredible score of rock ‘n’ roll, gospel, R&B and country hits. Songs include “Blue Suede Shoes,” “Fever,” “Walk the Line,” “Sixteen Tons,” “Who Do You Love?,” “Great Balls of Fire,”, Folsom Prison Blues,” “Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On,”, “Hound Dog,” and more.

Production team: Hunter Henrickson, Director/Music Director; Finley Shields & Ellis Clay, Production Stage Managers

The cast includes: Keaton Eckhoff asCarl Perkins, Corey Meyer as Elvis Presley, Kyle Taylor as Johnny Cash, Evan Rogers as Jerry Lee Lewis, Michael Comstock as Sam Phillips, Amanda Sant as Dyanne, Rhys Boatwright as Fluke and Jan Diehl as Jay Perkins

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTER

  • Wed., May 28, Thurs., May 29, Fri., May 30, Sat., May 31, Sun., June 1
  • Wed., June 4, Thurs., June 5, Fri., June 6, Sat., June 7, Sun., June 8
  • Wed., June 11, Thurs., June 12, Fri., June 13, Sat., June 14, Sun., June 15
  • Wed., June 18, Thurs., June 19, Fri., June 20, Sat., June 21, Sun., June 22

Performances run Wednesday & Thursday at 7:30; Friday & Saturday at 8pm; Sunday at 2pm.

Where: The Warsaw Federal Incline Theater, 801 Matson Place, Cincinnati, OH 45204

Tickets: Adults $33 and Seniors/Students $30). Please note the pricing and beware of 3rd party websites. The only site to purchase from is ours: www.clpshows.org or at the box office at 513 241 6550.

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April 28, 2025 · 4:56 pm

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Runs May 28-June 22

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET
Warsaw Federal Incline Theatre
May 28-June 22
[East Price Hill]

The Tony Award-nominated musical MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET is set on December 4, 1056, when an extraordinary twist of fate brought Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley together at Sun Records in Memphis for what would be one of the greatest jam sessions ever.  MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET brings that legendary December night to life with an irresistible tale of broken promises, secrets, betrayal and celebrations that is both poignant and funny.  Relived the era with the smash-hit sensation featuring an incredible score of rock ‘n’ roll, gospel, R&B and country hits.  Song include “Blue Suede Shoes,” “Fever,” “Walk the Line,” “Sixteen Tons,” “Who Do You Love?,” “Great Balls of Fire,”, Folsom Prison Blues,” “Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On,”, “Hound Doug,” and more.

  • Wed-Thu, May 28-29 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, May 30-31 at 8pm
  • Sun, June 1 at 2pm
  • Wed-Thu, June 4-5 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, June 6-7 at 8pm
  • Sun, June 8 at 2pm
  • Wed-Thu, June 11-12 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, June 13-14 at 8pm
  • Sun, June 15 at 2pm
  • Wed-Thu, June 18-19 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, June 20-21 at 8pm
  • Sun, June 22 at 2pm

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