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CLP Seeks Two Crew Members THE PRODUCERS

CLPCincinnati Landmark Productions is seeking two crew members for our inaugural production at The Warsaw Federal Incline Theater of THE PRODUCERS.

Requirements: Must be able to listen and follow instructions with ease. Think and move quickly as needed. Able to work unsupervised. Must have excellent time management skills and leadership qualities to motivate others. Must have problem solving skills and able and willing to move set pieces. Have previous theatrical experience. Must be available for all required rehearsals and performances (see below).

Other Requirements: Must be at least 19 years of age and have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation. Must be a self starter and dependability is a must. Must be even tempered and have a good sense of humor. Must be willing to work in a unique, collaborative and fun environment!

Paid on a stipend basis.

If interested, please contact Jennifer Perrino, Business Manager at jenniferperrino@covedalecenter.com

THE PRODUCERS
June 3 – June 21, 2015

Book by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan Music and Lyrics by Mel Brooks Based on the 1968 Film
A scheming producer and his mousy accountant aim to produce the biggest flop on Broadway in Mel Brooks’ laugh-out-loud spectacle.

Bialystock and Bloom! Those names should strike terror and hysteria in anyone familiar with Mel Brooks’ classic cult comedy film. Now as a big Broadway musical, THE PRODUCERS once again sets the standard for modern, outrageous, in-your-face humor. It is a truly “boffo” hit, winning a record twelve Tony Awards and wowing capacity crowds night after night. The plot is simple: a down-on-his-luck Broadway producer and his mild-mannered accountant come up with a scheme to produce the most notorious flop in history thereby bilking their backers (all “little old ladies”) out of millions of dollars. Only one thing goes awry: the show is a smash hit! The antics of Max Bialystock and Leo Bloom as they maneuver their way fecklessly through finding a show (the gloriously offensive “Springtime For Hitler”), hiring a director, raising the money and finally going to prison for their misdeeds is a lesson in broad comic construction. At the core of the insanely funny adventure is a poignant emotional journey of two very different men who become friends. With a truly hysterical book co-written by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan (ANNIE) and music and lyrics by Mr. Brooks THE PRODUCERS skewers Broadway traditions and takes no prisoners as it proudly proclaims itself an “equal opportunity offender!”

Sun. May 17 Wed. May 27
Tues. May 19 Thurs. May 28
Wed. May 20
Thurs. May 21 Sun. May 31 (Tech)
Mon. Jun 1 (Tech/Dress)
Sun. May 24 Tues. June 2 (Final Dress)
Mon. May 25 (Memorial Day off) Wed. June 3 OPEN!
Tues. May 26 (off)

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PERFORMANCES Dates:

Wed., June 3, Thurs., June 4, Fri., June 5, Sat., June 6, Sun., June 7
Wed., June 10, Thurs., June 11, Fri., June 12, Sat., June 13, Sun., June 14
Wed., June 17, Thurs., June 18, Fri., June 19, Sat., June 20, Sun., June 21

Wed. Thurs. @ 7:30pm
Fri., and Sat. @ 8:00 pm
Sun. at 2 pm.

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Tickets to Debut Summer Season at NEW Warsaw Federal Incline Theater On Sale Monday

City’s Newest Performing Arts Venue on Schedule to Open June 3

WFIT_renderingTickets to single shows in the premiere Summer Classics Season at the Warsaw Federal Incline Theater go on sale this Monday, April 20.

Last August, Cincinnati Landmark Productions announced the grand opening date and the debut season at the region’s newest performing arts venue. The 2015 Summer Classics Season, presented by TriHealth, includes:

  • THE PRODUCERS, June 3-21
  • 1776, July 8-26
  • 9 TO 5, August 12-30

Tickets to individual shows – $26 for adults, $23 for seniors and students – will be available at the Covedale Center Box Office on Monday beginning at 11 a.m. Patrons are encouraged to call (513) 241-6550 or visit in person at 4990 Glenway Avenue.

Until Monday, only whole season subscriptions – $63 each – have been available to purchase. And the response was overwhelmingly positive. Over 71 percent of available seats have been purchased through subscriptions.

“We received amazing response from subscribers who have been with us since our early days on the Showboat Majestic as well as subscribers from our Covedale Center venue who wanted classic theatrical entertainment during the summer,” said Tim Perrino, executive artistic director of Cincinnati Landmark Productions. “These three great titles combined with audience curiosity about the new venue and the blossoming entertainment district in East Price Hill made the Summer Classics Season an instant hit. We’re excited to sell the remaining ticket inventory we have.”

The Warsaw Federal Incline Theater will be a brand new, purpose-built, 229-seat performing arts center and parking garage in the Incline District in East Price Hill. Located at the corner of Matson Place and West 8th Street, the $6 million project broke ground in September and is on schedule (and on budget!) to open to the public on June 3, 2015.

The Box Office at the Warsaw Federal Incline Theater is expected to be operational by June 1, and will be open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Patrons can purchase tickets to the Warsaw Federal Incline Theater or the Covedale Center for the Performing Arts at either Box Office location.

The Warsaw Federal Incline Theater will be programmed year-round by Cincinnati Landmark Productions, culminating in over 120 show nights. In addition to the Summer Classics Season, which will expand to four productions in future years, the venue will host a four-show “District Series” season (October to April) designed to complement the “Marquee Series” at the Covedale Center.

Cincinnati Landmark Productions has been serving the West Side for over 30 years – first through its Cincinnati Young People’s Theatre program and then through its ownership and management of the Covedale Center for the Performing Arts in West Price Hill. Since opening in 2002, the arts center quadrupled its subscribership, from 800 to over 3000. Attendance ballooned from 13,990 in the 2002-03 season to over 37,000 (representing 336 zip codes) in the 2013-14 season.

Donor programs and sponsorships for the new venue are still available. For more information about the Warsaw Federal Incline Theater, visit www.warsawfederalinclinetheater.com or call (513) 241-6550.

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Auditions Announced for 9 TO 5 The Musical at Warsaw Federal Incline Theater

WFIT_renderingCincinnati Landmark Productions will hold auditions for 9 TO 5 The Musical, part of the Warsaw Federal Incline Theater summers productions on:

Monday, May 18 & Tuesday, May 19, 2015
6:30–9:30pm

All auditions will be held at the Covedale Center for the Performing Arts, 4990 Glenway Avenue in West Price Hill.

Important Audition Information:  Please prepare 16 bars of a song that best showcases vocal ability in the style of the show.  You will be tested for dance ability and be asked to read from the script.   Please dress appropriately.  Must be a minimum of 16 years of age to audition.

Cast members do not have to be the actual ages of the characters – just must be able to look age appropriate and act accordingly.  MUST HAVE A RESUME listing theatrical experience in order to audition. A headshot/picture is appreciated but not required.

Please note:  No more than two conflicts will be accepted during the rehearsal process for this production.

SYNOPSIS
Three unlikely friends take control of their office and learn there is nothing they can’t do, even in a man’s world. 9 To 5 The Musical, is set in the late 1970s this hilarious story of friendship and revenge in the Rolodex era is outrageous, thought-provoking, and even a little romantic. Pushed to the boiling point, three female co-workers concoct a plan to get even with the sexist, egotistical, lying, hypocritical bigot they call their boss. In a hilarious turn of events, Violet, Judy and Doralee live out their wildest fantasy – giving their boss the boot! While Hart remains “otherwise engaged,” the women give their workplace a dream makeover, taking control of the company that had always kept them down. Hey, a girl can scheme, can’t she?

Directed by Karie-Lee Sutherland, Music direcyed by Doug Schmutte, Choreographed by Dee Anne Bryll

Rehearsals begin:  Monday, June 29, 2015
Performance dates:  August 12 – 30, 2015

All roles are paid positions.  No roles have been precast.

Roles include:

  • VIOLET  The Company’s Head Secretary and Mr. Hart’s Administrative Assistant.  She’s a single mother and typically stands up for what she believes in.  Attractive, strong, ambitious.  Femail 40 – 50 years old.
  • JUDY  The “New” Girl at the firm.  She has been burned by her husband’s affair and is searching for personal empowerment.  She’s insecure, determined and hopeful.  Female, 30 – 35 years old.
  • DORALEE  A young, sexy, spitfire who works at Mr. Hart’s office.  She is proff that there is more to a woman than just her looks.  Female, 20 – 30 years old.
  • MR. FRANKLIN HART   One of the firms executives and a notorious chauvinist.  He is capable of faking charm, but usually shows is true colors as an arrogant, self-absorbed boss.  Male, 45 – 50 years old.
  • ROZ KEITH  The attentive office gossip queen and snitch.  She has an unrequired love for Mr. Hart and will do anything she can to win his approval.  Female, 35 – 45 years old.
  • DICK  Judy’s soon-to-be-ex-husband.  An average guy.  He’s sporting a little less hair and little more paunch than he did ten years ago.  Male, 35 – 45 years old  (Will also play the role of Tinsworthy/The Company President and Ensemble member)
  • JOE   The hunky accountant/Ensemble dancer    Male, 25 – 35 years old.
  • JOSH  Violet’s awkward teenage son/Ensemble dancer   Male, 15 – 18 years old.
  • DWAYNE  Doralee’s attractive husband/Ensemble dancer.  He’s very supportive of her professional pursuits.   Male, 25 – 30 years old.
  • ENSEMBLE   Male
  • ENSEMBLE   Male
  • MARIA    Ensemble Dancer
  • KATHY    Ensemble
  • MARGARET   Ensemble
  • MISSY HART  Ensemble
  • CANDY STRIPER   Ensemble

For more information on auditions, contact us at 513.241.6550.

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Cast Announced for THE PRODUCERS at Warsaw Federal Incline Theater

WFIT_renderingThe cast has been announced for the first production of the new Warsaw Federal Incline Theatre

The cast includes Mike Sherman as Max Bialystock, Chris Collins-Pisano as Leo Bloom, Kalie Kaimann as Ulla, Drew Simendinger as Carmen Ghia, Chris Wylie as Franz Liebkind, Tom Highley as Roger Debris. The  ensemble includes: Dan Cooley, Ben Biggers, Xander Wells, Tyler Kuhlman, Trey Paris, RJ Caldwell, Aaron Marshall, Garek Bushnell, Allison Evans, Margie Weimann, Lerin Weesner, Jeni Schwiers, Mikayla Renfrow, Grace Liesch, Natalie Bellamy, Alison Lechlak & Katey Blood.

Production dates are June 3-21.

Directed by Tim Perrino, music direction by Damon Stevens and choreographed by Maggie Perrino.

For more information visit http://www.cincinnatilandmarkproductions.com/Incline/Default.aspx.

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Stage Notes for Jan. 30

Wright State Theatre’s production of “Pride and Prejudice” opens Jan. 29 and runs through Feb. 8 in the Festival Playhouse in the Creative Arts Center.

Wright State Theatre’s production of “Pride and Prejudice” opens Jan. 29 and runs through Feb. 8 in the Festival Playhouse in the Creative Arts Center.

A potpourri of arts news items from local and national sources.

  • Sappy Critic review: THE OTHER PLACE, Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati
  • River City News review: THE HANDMAID’S TALE, Know Theatre of Cincinnati
  • Cincinnati Profile article: On the Incline [Warsaw Federal Incline Theater]
  • Wright State University articleWright State Theatre presents Jane Austen’s classic ‘Pride and Prejudice
  • Living Dayton video: FAMILY SHOTS, Human Race Theatre Company
  • Playbill article: The Secrets to How Broadway Stars Power Through Colds, Flu and Fatigue
  • The Post and Courier article: Technical director killed in fall at North Charleston Performing Arts Center

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