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Photo Coverage: Inside the Screening of Cedric Gegel's Movie CADIA: THE WORLD WITHIN
by Jerri Shafer - July 15, 2019
Cadia: The World Within is the story of Matthew, David, and Renee Addams, three fourteen- year-olds whose journey into a mystical realm teaches them about grace, love, doubt, and the nature of good versus evil. Cadia is a film that provides hope and encourages philosophical discussion on how we interact with the world around us. Cadia is an adventure that will get people to believe in each other and in the world again. A screening of the movie was held on July 12th, 2019 at Capital University, Columbus, Ohio. Cast info: The Cadia: The World Within cast includes two-time Emmy and Golden Globe nominee Corbin Bernsen and Harry Potter's James Phelps, along with other notable actors like Rick Montgomery Jr, John Wells, Nicky Buggs, and Grace Kelly. The film stars Columbus triplets Keegan, Carly, and Tanner Sells, alongside Dayton actor Dillon Perry. Dozens of other central Ohio and midwestern talents appear in the film. More information on the cast and crew can be found at www.cadiafilm.com or on IMDb. For more information about Cadia: The World Within or upcoming showtimes, visit: https:www.cadiafilm.com
Photo Flash: The Actors Theatre Presents AS YOU LIKE IT
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2019
As Amiens says in As You Like It, relationships are fraught with deceptions and false identities. William Shakespeare's bright and brilliant comedy is light and joyful, yet beneath that surface is a wealth of wisdom about what it means to be human, to turn life's catastrophes of chance into triumphs.
Photo Coverage: First look at Hilliard Arts Council's SHREK THE MUSICAL
by Jerri Shafer - July 12, 2019
'Once upon a time, there was a little ogre named Shrek....' And thus begins the tale of an unlikely hero who finds himself on a life-changing journey alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a feisty princess who resists her rescue. Throw in a short-tempered bad guy, a cookie with an attitude and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you've got the kind of mess that calls for a real hero. Luckily, there's one on hand... and his name is Shrek. Performances July 12th thru the 14th at the Hilliard Darby Theatre in the Hilliard Darby High School, 4200 Leppert Rd., Hilliard, OH. For performance times and more information visit: http:www.hilliardartscouncil.orghacshrek2019-freakflagfly
Photo Coverage: First look at Grandview Carriage Place Players' THE SLIPPER AND THE ROSE
by Jerri Shafer - July 11, 2019
The Grandview Carriage Place Players (GCP) presents the Columbus Premiere of 'The Slipper and the Rose.'  This Sherman Brothers retelling, with a twist, of the classic tale of Cinderella with its elaborate costumes, witty songs and remarkable set will surely leave audiences of all ages enchanted! Performances are July 11th - July 14th, 2019 at the Grandview Heights High School, 1587 W. 3rd Ave., Grandview, Ohio  43212.  Thurs - Sat @ 7:00 pm and Sun @ 2:00 pm.  Tickets are $5 at the door.  For information on upcoming auditions or performances, visit https:www.facebook.comGCPPlayers
Photo Coverage: First look at Pickerington Community Theatre's SPAMALOT
by Jerri Shafer - July 10, 2019
Spamalot retells the legend of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table, and features a bevy of beautiful show girls, not to mention cows, killer rabbits, and French people. Did we mention the bevy of beautiful show girls? The 2005 Broadway production won three Tony Awards, including Best Musical, and was followed by two successful West End runs. Performances are July 12th thru the 21st, 2019 and will be held at the Wigwam Theater (10190 Blacklick-Eastern Road Northwest, Pickerington, OH 43147) with showtimes at 8:00 PM on Fridays and Saturdays and 2:00 PM on Sundays, July 12-21, 2019. Tickets for Spamalot may be reserved by calling our box office at 614-508-0036 or you can purchase tickets online at pctshows.com (up to two hours before showtime).
Photo Coverage: Inside Columbus Children's Theatre's FOREVER YOUNG
by Jerri Shafer - July 07, 2019
Columbus Children's Theatre's (CCT) annual fundraising event...Forever Young - honored CCT's own William Goldsmith - Artistic Director, playwright, stage director, and producer for over 30 years of dedicated service.
Photo Coverage: First look at MTVarts' THE WIZARD OF OZ
by Jerri Shafer - July 05, 2019
MTVarts presents the classic musical 'The Wizard of Oz' on stage at Knox County Memorial Theatre July 6-14. Join us in celebration of the 80th anniversary of the treasured movie that inspired this stage musical. Performances are July 6th thru the 14th at the Knox County Memorial Theater, 112 East High St., Mount Vernon, OH 43050. Tickets are available at http:mtvarts.com
Photo Coverage: Get A First look at OMTI's CHICAGO
by Jerri Shafer - June 28, 2019
OMTI's Summer Performance Conservatory is three weeks of education, rehearsals, and celebrity masterclasses, finished off with weekend performances of OMTI's Chicago at Ohio Wesleyan University! Performances are June 27th thru June 30th at the Chappelear Drama Center @ Ohio Wesleyan University, 45 Rowland Ave, Delaware, OH 43015. For tickets or more information, visit: http:www.omticolumbus.org
Lincoln Theatre Walk Of Fame To Induct Two Local Trailblazers In July 27 Ceremony
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2019
Presented by State Auto Insurance Companies, the Lincoln Theatre Association will hold a Walk of Fame induction ceremony on Saturday, July 27, at 7pm, to memorialize two Columbus natives who have made outstanding community contributions through their professional careers-cultural arts curator Bettye Stull and jazz trumpeter Theodore "Ted" Turner. These local trailblazers will be honored during a ceremony that will include a multi-genre tribute to their lives and work. The second half of the ceremony will then move outdoors to reveal the new stars on the Walk of Fame.
Photo Coverage: First look at Imagine Productions' GREASE
by Jerri Shafer - June 27, 2019
Here is Rydell High's senior class of 1959: duck-tailed, hot-rodding 'Burger Palace Boys' and their gum-snapping, hip-shaking 'Pink Ladies' in bobby sox and pedal pushers, evoking the look and sound of the 1950s in this rollicking musical. Head 'greaser' Danny Zuko and new (good) girl Sandy Dumbrowski try to relive the high romance of their 'Summer Nights' as the rest of the gang sings and dances its way through such songs as 'Greased Lightnin',' 'It's Raining on Prom Night,' 'Alone at the Drive-In Movie' recalling the music of Buddy Holly, Little Richard, and Elvis Presley that became the soundtrack of a generation. An eight-year run on Broadway and two subsequent revivals, along with innumerable school and community productions place Grease among the world's most popular musicals. Performances are June 28th thru July 7th at the Columbus Performing Arts Center, 549 Franklin Avenue, Columbus, OH 43215. For tickets or more information, visit: https:www.imaginecolumbus.org
Spraggan Is Anything But An Overnight Success
by Paul Batterson - June 25, 2019
Midway through her opening song on June 23 at the Rumba Cafe in Columbus, singersongwriter Lucy Spraggan's eyes widened in surprise as the audience picked up the chorus of 'In a State.'
SMALL TOWN MURDER True-Crime Comedy Podcast Plays The Davidson
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2019
Comedians James Pietragallo and Jimmie Whisman are taking their true-crime, hit podcast on the road. Each week, they present in-depth research on the inner workings of a small town and a murder that happened there, putting their own comedic spin on the whole thing.
Symphony Puts The Star In Columbus With Ambitious Initiative
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2019
As Columbus gains recognition as an up-and-coming place to live and visit, the Symphony looks to contribute to the city's growing national and international profile. With that in mind, the Symphony has developed Putting the Star in Columbus, a new ambitious, multi-year initiative to engage the entire community in the music and mission of the Columbus Symphony Orchestra.
Box Office Now Open For SHADOW OF THE RUN CHAPTER 1: WANDERLUST
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2019
Shadow of the Run Chapter 1: WanderLust requires timed admission, and begins every 20 minutes starting at 6:00 pm with last admission at 10:00 pm. Each time slot is limited to 14 audience members.
CAPA Theatres Free Open House Walking Tour To Offer Access To The Historic Ohio, Southern, And Palace Theatres
by BWW News Desk - June 19, 2019
As part of its year-long 50th anniversary celebration, CAPA will offer a free open house walking tour of the Ohio, Southern, and Palace Theatres on Saturday, July 13, from 1-4 pm. The three historical, downtown theatres are owned and operated by CAPA, and will be open for self-guided tours that include access to their stages to take photos with the theatre as a backdrop. Local docents will be scattered throughout, offering historical information and interesting, and perhaps lesser known, facts about each venue.
BWW Reviews: HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH Retooled And Ready To Rock
by Paul Batterson - June 17, 2019
HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH, which makes its triumphant return to the Short North Stage's Garden Theatre (1187 N. High Street in downtown Columbus) this June, is a musical that thrives in its awkward pauses. It is one-part comedy, two parts heartbreaking exposition of a soul-bearing torment, blended together with a pulsating rock soundtrack.
Endeavor Theatre and MadLab Present the World Premiere of YOUNG AMERICANS OR STARGIRL WAS HERE
by BWW News Desk - June 16, 2019
Endeavor Theatre's World premiere production of Young Americans or Stargirl Was Here. by C.K. Thompson will take place Friday, June 28th and Saturday June 29th, at MadLab, 227 N. 3rd St., in Columbus. Admission is $10 for the general public, Tickets are available online at madlab.net/tickets.
Photo Coverage: First look at Wagnalls Community Theater Presents CHARLOTTE'S WEBB
by Jerri Shafer - June 13, 2019
After learning that a young pig's days are numbered, a literate spider weaves an elaborate plan to save her friend from the butcher's block. Charlotte's Web performs June 14-16, 2019, Fri/Sat at 7:00pm and Sun at 3pm at The Wagnalls Memorial, 150 E. Columbus, St., Lithopolis, OH 43136. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit: https://wagnalls.org/calendar/wagnalls-community-theater
The CSO Announces Lineup For 2019 SUMMER NIGHT MUSIC Neighborhood Concert Series
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2019
The Columbus Symphony today announced the classical concert lineup for the 2019 Summer Night Music Neighborhood Concert Series. Started in 2017 as a way to take classical music out to central Ohio communities, the series provides a relaxed setting to share symphonic music with friends and neighbors.
Photo Flash: Actors' Theatre Of Columbus Presents LITTLE WOMEN
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2019
Louisa May Alcott wrote the first great American novel - a story of longing, love, and patience that has stood the test of time. With genuine family affection, tragedy, and finally, hope, Little Women is a classic, buoyant romance that gives the sentiment, wisdom, and humor that makes us able to "Be comforted, dear soul! There is always light behind the clouds."
10 Years Of PNC Arts Alive In Columbus: Local Arts Organizations Share $250,000
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2019
A true collaboration among four of the region's largest performing arts groups highlight this year's central Ohio organizations receiving grants from the PNC Foundation through PNC Arts Alive.
BWW Reviews: FINDING NEVERLAND Much Lighter Fare Than Real Life of Peter Pan Author J.M. Barrie
by Paul Batterson - June 05, 2019
Reality is often dirty, gritty, depressing and discouraging. Such is the case with FINDING NEVERLAND, the musical written by James Graham with music and lyrics by Gary Barlow and Eliot Kennedy. The national tour of the two-act musical takes up residency June 4-9 at the Ohio Theatre (39 E. State Street in downtown Columbus).
CAPA Marquee Awards Announces 2019 Winners
by BWW News Desk - June 04, 2019
The Columbus Association for the Performing Arts (CAPA) today announced the winners in all 10 categories of the first-ever CAPA Marquee Awards. Designed to celebrate, support, and advocate for high school musical theatre education throughout central Ohio, the brand-new program evaluated nominated high school musical theatre students and productions from 10 participating high schools:
Photo Coverage: First look at CATCO is Theatre's Holmes and Watson
by Jerri Shafer - May 31, 2019
Sherlock Holmes is dead ... or so it is assumed. The world knows the great detective went over the falls at Reichenbach with his nemesis Professor Moriarty. But as Holmes' body was never retrieved, several frauds, fakes and charlatans have since come forward to lay claim to his identity, and it falls to Dr. Watson to disprove them. Holmes and Watson performs May 29th - June 16th, 2019 in the Van Fleet Theatre, Columbus Performing Arts Center, 549 Franklin Avenue, Columbus, OH 43215. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit: http://catco.org/shows/2018-2019/holmes-and-watson
2019 Nationwide PICNIC WITH THE POPS Kicks Off June 14 and 15
by BWW News Desk - May 29, 2019
The Columbus Symphony and Principal Pops Conductor Stuart Chafetz will kick off the 2019 Nationwide Picnic with the Pops with opening weekend performances on Friday, June 14, with the Grammy Award-winning Kool and the Gang, and Saturday, June 15, with legendary rock band Jefferson Starship. All Nationwide Picnic with the Pops performances are held at the Columbus Bicentennial Pavilion in the Columbus Commons (160 S. High St.). Gates open at 6pm. Concerts begin at 8pm.

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