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Cincinnati Symphony Slates Upcoming European Festivals Tour
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2017
The Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra (CSO) announced the details of an extensive, eleven-concert tour across Europe led by Music Director Louis Langree over three weeks in August and September.
The Brink Theatre Co. to Premiere SA'IDAH at 2017 Cincinnati Fringe Festival
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2017
The Brink Theatre Company presents the world premiere of SA'IDAH, an observation of America's celebrity obsessed culture, the paparazzi uprising and the growing distorted approach to modern philanthropy at the 14th annual Cincinnati Fringe Festival. Directed by The Brink Theatre's Artistic Associate CARA E. HINH and written by JENNIFER HOYT-TIDWELL, the play will feature Maya Farhat as Sa'idah, Mary O'Connell as Kirsten, Richard Buchanan as Taylor, Greg Mallios as David and Ashley Dunn as Nina.
The Children's Theatre of Cincinnati presents Very First Summer Production
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2017
This summer, The Children's Theatre of Cincinnati, the country's oldest professional theater for young audiences, invites families to be a part of its first summertime show, and its first full-scale production on the Ralph and Patricia Corbett Showtime Stage:  DR. SEUSS'S THE CAT IN THE HAT!   Running June 2 - July 9, 2017, DR. SEUSS'S THE CAT IN THE HAT will treat audiences to 36 up-close-and-personal performances in the small 152-seat performance space housed in the company's facility on Red Bank Road in Hyde Park.  Show times include:
BWW Review: Cirque Du Soleil's OVO, at U.S. Bank Arena, Delights Cincinnati with Whimsy and Astonishing Acrobatics
by Abby Rowold - May 13, 2017
Cirque du Soleil has a reputation for whimsy and for astonishing feats of acrobatics. Its latest touring show, Ovo, which plays at Cincinnati's U.S. Bank Arena through Sunday night, delivers on both counts.
An Evening With David Sedaris Comes to Aronoff Center 10/30
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2017
David Sedaris, author of the previous bestsellers Naked, Me Talk Pretty One Day, Dress Your Family in Corduroy and Denim, and regular National Public Radio contributor will be appearing for one night only at the Aronoff Center's Procter & Gamble Hall on Monday, October 30, 2017 at 7:30pm, following the release of his newest book, Theft By Finding Diaries (1977 - 2002). His new book is a collection of diaries that will be released on May 30, 2017.
Annual MAY FESTIVAL Kicks Off 5/19 with Beethoven's Ninth Symphony
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2017
The annual Cincinnati May Festival kicks off next week on Friday, May 19 at the Taft Theatre in downtown Cincinnati. The choral festival, the oldest of its kind on the continent, will incorporate choral masterpieces performed by the May Festival Chorus and Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra (CSO) alongside world-renowned guest conductors and soloists, as well as an immersive new concert experience dubbed "The Dream Project" curated by 2017 May Festival Creative Partner Gerard McBurney. [Dream Project Online Trailer]
THE MOST EPIC BIRTHDAY PARTY EVER! to Kick Off Summer at The Carnegie
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2017
The Carnegie is gearing up for a family-friendly event to kick off the summer, and it's going to be epic! On Saturday, June 3, the community is invited to The Most Epic Birthday Party Ever!, a musical and post-performance celebration with all the trimmings of a birthday party.
ERMA BOMBECK: AT WIT'S END Brings the Humor of a Favorite Author to Life at Cincinnati Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2017
Cincinnati Playhouse is offering even more opportunities to enjoy the wit and wisdom of Dayton native and national favorite Erma Bombeck in ERMA BOMBECK: AT WIT'S END. Adapted from Bombeck's classic books and columns and directed by David Esbjornson, the show, originally scheduled to close June 11, will now run through June 18 in the Shelterhouse Theatre.
Ensemble Theatre presents ANTIGONE (BORN AGAINST.) at Know Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2017
Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati (ETC) is moving beyond the walls of its intimate theatre to stage a special presentation of the Greek tragedy Antigone for three performances only on May 17, 18, and 19 at 8:00 pm. Translated and adapted by 2016-2017 ETC Acting Apprentice Griff Bludworth, and directed by Ben Raanan, ANTIGONE (born against.) is a modern retelling of the defiant heroine. Due to the renovations of ETC's stage now underway, performances of this contemporized Greek story will be held at Know Theatre of Cincinnati and will feature ETC's 2016-2017 Professional Acting Apprentice Company.
Grant Program for Underserved Schools Renewed with Tams-Witmark Sponsorship
by BWW News Desk - May 05, 2017
Based on the success of the inaugural year of the New Troupe Charter Grant program, the Educational Theatre Association is pleased to announce that Tams-Witmark Music Library will again underwrite the program in 2017-18 school year.
BWW Review: BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL, Sparkles at Aronoff Center
by Abby Rowold - May 04, 2017
BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL, playing at The Aronoff Center for the Arts in Cincinnati through May 14th, is as well-constructed and entertaining as any of Ms. King's many hit tunes.  And if Tuesday night's audience is any indication, it appeals to super-fans, casual-fans and to men and women of all generations.
Rock On with Beck Center Youth Theater This May
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2017
Beck Center Youth Theater presents the final production of their 2016-2017 season, Schoolhouse Rock Live!, May 12-21, 2017 in the Mackey Theater. Show times are 7:30 p.m. Fridays, and 3 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. Tickets are on sale now. A special student matinee performance on Thursday, May 18 is sold out.
Beck Center and Cuyahoga County Board of DD present RAZZLE DAZZLR XVII: HAPPY TOGETHER
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2017
Beck Center for the Arts Creative Arts Therapies Department and the Cuyahoga County Board of Developmental Disabilities (CCBDD) are pleased to present Razzle Dazzle XVII: Happy Together May 5 - 6, 2017. Show times are 7:30 p.m. on Friday, May 5, and 4 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 6. Performances will be held in Beck Center's Music and Dance Building.
Alton Brown's EAT YOUR SCIENCE Comes to Aronoff Center 10/21
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2017
Television personality, author, and Food Network star Alton Brown has announced that his Alton Brown Live: Eat Your Science tour will visit the Aronoff Center's Procter & Gamble Hall on Saturday, October 21, 2017 at 7:30 PM.  Brown created a new form of entertainment - the live culinary variety show - with his "Edible Inevitable Tour," which played in over 100 cities with more than 150,000 fans in attendance. The Eat Your Science tour has sold over 200,000 tickets in over 80 cities.
BWW Review: THE TEMPEST at Cincinnati Shakespeare Company Reveals A Storm in the Making
by Laura Hobson - May 02, 2017
For its final performances at 719 Race St., Cincinnati Shakespeare Company chose William Shakespeare's THE TEMPEST, one of the last plays the playwright penned alone in 1610-11. Leading the cast is founding company member Nicholas Rose as magician Prospero who has landed on an island with his young daughter Miranda for twelve years after being overthrown as the Duke of Milan. Interested in regaining his dukedom, Prospero orchestrates a shipwreck amidst a storm, which open the play.
Photo Flash: THE TEMPEST Closes Cincinnati Shakespeare Company's Run at Race Street
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2017
The Tempest, the last of William Shakespeare's great romances, will close out Cincinnati Shakespeare Company's run at their theater on Race Street. The production, running April 28 - May 20, 2017.
The Children's Theatre of Cincinnati Seeking Musical Theatre Performers of All Ethnicities
by BWW News Desk - May 01, 2017
The Children's Theatre of Cincinnati (TCT), the country's oldest professional theatre for young audiences, is accepting submissions for diverse roles in the 2017-18 touring season and within the new TCT Resident Artist Company.  
BWW Review: THE TEMPEST At Cincinnati Shakespeare Company Brews A Storm
by Laura Hobson - April 30, 2017
For its final performances at 719 Race St., Cincinnati Shakespeare Company chose William Shakespeare's The Tempest, one of the last plays the playwright penned alone in 1610-11,  Considered one of Shakespeare's greatest works.  Leading the cast is founding company member Nicholas Rose as magician Prospero who has landed on an island with his young daughter Miranda for twelve years after being overthrown as the Duke of Milan. Interested in regaining his dukedom, Prospero orchestrates a shipwreck amidst a storm, which open the play.
Educational Theatre Association Announces First Sponsor of Commissioned Play Program
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2017
The Educational Theatre Association is pleased to announce that Dramatists Play Service is now a sponsor of their commissioned play program.
BWW Review: World Premiere of Kara Lee Corthron's LISTEN FOR THE LIGHT at Know Theatre Of Cincinnati
by Abby Rowold - April 26, 2017
Kara Lee Corthron, playwright, novelist, and winner of multiple awards, has written a play that is teeming with too many ideas, but is also brimming with a ton of potential.
Iconic Ohio Amish Shop Turns 40
by BWW News Desk - April 20, 2017
Really, not much has changed in Miller's 40 years of business. For an Amish family-run business, that's just how they like it. But in four decades, they certainly have grown!
BWW Preview: Cincinnati Shakespeare Company Announces 2017 - 2018 Season in New Location
by Laura Hobson - April 18, 2017
Read about new 2017 - 2018 season of Cincinnati Shakespeare Company in a new location in Over-the-Rhine. Favorities from the bard and classics will be presented.
Single Tickets on Sale Now for Warsaw Federal Incline Theater's Summer Classics Season
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2017
Tickets to individual shows in the 2017 Summer Classics Season at the Warsaw Federal Incline Theater are NOW on sale!
BWW Preview: 2017 - 2018 Season Preview at Cincinnati Playhouse In The Park Offers Strong Shows
by Laura Hobson - April 16, 2017
See previews of 2017-2018 season of Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park on BroadwayWorld.com.
Showbiz Players Present THE CIVIL WAR at Carnegie Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2017
Showbiz Players opens Frank Wildhorn's musical "THE CIVIL WAR" on April 28th at the Carnegie Theatre, 1028 Scott Blvd., Covington, Ky. 41011.

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