Cincinnati Shakespeare to Stage THE 39 STEPS, 7/19-8/11

Cincinnati Shakespeare Company, Cincinnati's stage for the classics, is thrilled to present "The 39 Steps" adapted by Patrick Barlow, from the novel by John Buchan, from the movie of Alfred Hitchcock, playing July 19- August 11, 2013. This production is directed by CSC Producing Artistic Director, Brian Isaac Phillips and features CSC Resident Ensemble members, Billy Chace, Justin McCombs, Miranda McGee and Nicholas Rose. The design of this production is generously sponsored by Johnson Investment Counsel.

This runaway Broadway hit lands at CSC this summer. Alfred Hitchcock's classic potboiler gets a tongue-in-cheek twist as four actors rocket their way through over 100 roles in a blood-tingling, and hilarious, tale of espionage and murder. Cincinnati audiences have raved about productions of "Every Christmas Story Ever Told" and "The Hound of the Baskervilles" that also feature small casts covering multiple characters in mystery-comedy adventures. They will not be disappointed by "The 39 Steps". It'll be an evening of comedy... to die for.

Director of "The 39 Steps", Producing Artistic Director, Brian Isaac Phillips says "'The 39 Steps' is an exceptional evening of theater. The play's comic spin on the Hitchcock classic not only celebrates the cinema but showcases just how magical live theatre can be. This play deserves every accolade it has received at home and abroad and will be an evening to remember when it comes to life at our intimate home on Race Street." Phillips continues, "I am also thrilled to be able to work with such an excellent cast. Our cast of four includes some of the funniest members of our ensemble.

Performances of "The 39 Steps" are scheduled from July 19- August 11, 2013 on Thursday, Friday & Saturday evenings at 7:30pm and Sundays at 2pm. Preview performances are on Tuesday July 17 and Wednesday July 18 at 7:30pm and tickets are $20. No performance on Sunday July 21. The theater is located at 719 Race Street, downtown Cincinnati, two blocks west of the Aronoff Center. Single ticket prices range from $22-$31 on Thursdays and Sundays and from $26-$35 on Fridays and Saturdays. If available, $14 student rush tickets may be purchased 30 minutes before a show with a valid student ID. Visa, Discover, MasterCard, and American Express are accepted. Ticketing fees may apply. Discounts are available for students, seniors and groups as well as Enjoy the Arts and AAA members. To purchase tickets or for more information, call the CSC Box Office at 513.381.BARD (2273) ext. 1, or go online at www.cincyshakes.com.

The 39 Steps' Performance Schedule:

Wednesday July 17th at 7:30 pm (preview)

Thursday July 18th at 7:30 pm (preview)

Friday July 19th at 7:30 pm (opening)

Saturday July 20th at 7:30 pm

Thursday July 25th at 7:30 pm

Friday July 26th at 7:30 pm

Saturday July 27th at 7:30 pm

Sunday July 28th at 2:00 pm

Thursday August 1st at 7:30 pm

Friday August 2nd at 7:30 pm

Saturday August 3rd at 7:30 pm

Sunday August 4th at 2:00 pm

Thursday August 8th at 7:30 pm

Friday August 9th at 7:30 pm

Saturday August 10th at 7:30 pm

Sunday August 11th at 2:00 pm (closing)