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The King And I
Aronoff Center for the Arts
Downtown
The King And I
Aronoff Center for the Arts
Downtown
Set in 1860's Bangkok, musical tells story of unconventional and tempestuous relationship that develops between King of Siam and British schoolteacher.
Set in 1860's Bangkok, musical tells story of unconventional and tempestuous relationship that develops between King of Siam and British schoolteacher.
Oklahoma!
Covedale Center for the Performing Arts
West
Oklahoma!
Covedale Center for the Performing Arts
West
Set in a Western Indian Territory just as the turn of the century, the high-spirited rivalry between the local farmers and the cowboys provides the colorful background against which Curly, a handsome cowboy, and Laurey, a winsome farm girl, play out their love story.
Set in a Western Indian Territory just as the turn of the century, the high-spirited rivalry between the local farmers and the cowboys provides the colorful background against which Curly, a handsome cowboy, and Laurey, a winsome farm girl, play out their love story.
Sooner/Later
Playhouse in the Park
Uptown
Sooner/Later
Playhouse in the Park
Uptown
World premiere with metaphysical twist navigates difficult paths of romance, marriage and parenting. Photo by Tony Arrasmith/Arrasmith and Associates
World premiere with metaphysical twist navigates difficult paths of romance, marriage and parenting. Photo by Tony Arrasmith/Arrasmith and Associates
Ken Ludwig's Treasure Island
Playhouse in the Park
Uptown
Ken Ludwig's Treasure Island
Playhouse in the Park
Uptown
Cutthroat pirates, treasure map and courageous boy entangled in dangerous swashbuckling expedition. Photo by Tony Arrasmith/Arrasmith and Associates
Cutthroat pirates, treasure map and courageous boy entangled in dangerous swashbuckling expedition. Photo by Tony Arrasmith/Arrasmith and Associates
Cat on a Hot Tin Roof
Cincinnati Shakespeare Company
Downtown
Cat on a Hot Tin Roof
Cincinnati Shakespeare Company
Downtown
Searing family drama by true American master remains potent exploration of ties that bind, and sometimes strangle.
Searing family drama by true American master remains potent exploration of ties that bind, and sometimes strangle.
Ada and the Engine
Know Theatre of Cincinnati
Downtown
Ada and the Engine
Know Theatre of Cincinnati
Downtown
In 19th century England, Ada Lovelace dreams of modern world.
In 19th century England, Ada Lovelace dreams of modern world.
Motherhood Out Loud
The Carnegie
South
Motherhood Out Loud
The Carnegie
South
Lots of laughter and a few tears are guaranteed in this insightful take on the many forms of motherhood. From moms to stepmoms, mothers-in-law, and even dads who double as moms, Motherhood Out Loud skewers and savors the journey of parenthood.
Lots of laughter and a few tears are guaranteed in this insightful take on the many forms of motherhood. From moms to stepmoms, mothers-in-law, and even dads who double as moms, Motherhood Out Loud skewers and savors the journey of parenthood.
Bingo! The Winning Musical
Village Players of Fort Thomas
South
Bingo! The Winning Musical
Village Players of Fort Thomas
South
Group of die-hard bingo players will stop at nothing to make their weekly game.
Group of die-hard bingo players will stop at nothing to make their weekly game.
Cincy Fringe Lineup Announcement Party
Know Theatre of Cincinnati
Downtown
Cincy Fringe Lineup Announcement Party
Know Theatre of Cincinnati
Downtown
Kicking off this year’s Announcement Party will be a special performance of the 2007 Audience Pick of the Fringe, Calculus: The Musical from Matheatre (Salt Lake City, UT), the only show in Cincy Fringe history to ever receive an extension of their run due to audience demand
Kicking off this year’s Announcement Party will be a special performance of the 2007 Audience Pick of the Fringe, Calculus: The Musical from Matheatre (Salt Lake City, UT), the only show in Cincy Fringe history to ever receive an extension of their run due to audience demand
His Eye is on the Sparrow
Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati
Downtown
His Eye is on the Sparrow
Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati
Downtown
Powerful, heartbreaking and uplifting story about legendary Ethel Waters.
Powerful, heartbreaking and uplifting story about legendary Ethel Waters.
Bold Moves
Aronoff Center for the Arts
Downtown
Bold Moves
Aronoff Center for the Arts
Downtown
Featuring popular works of today, adventurous choreographers, and bold elevations into uncharted territory. This year’s Bold Moves includes powerful premieres and music by Chicago ensemble Eighth Blackbird. Plus, New York City Ballet star Justin Peck teams up with...
Featuring popular works of today, adventurous choreographers, and bold elevations into uncharted territory. This year’s Bold Moves includes powerful premieres and music by Chicago ensemble Eighth Blackbird. Plus, New York City Ballet star Justin Peck teams up with...
Meanwhile: Stand-Up Comedy
Myrtle's Punch House
East
Meanwhile: Stand-Up Comedy
Myrtle's Punch House
East
Hot comedy showcase featuring comics from Cincinnati's booming stand up scene and nationally touring comics. Second and fourth Thursdays.
Hot comedy showcase featuring comics from Cincinnati's booming stand up scene and nationally touring comics. Second and fourth Thursdays.
CCM Preparatory: Spring Youth Ballet Concert
Patricia Corbett Theater
Downtown
CCM Preparatory: Spring Youth Ballet Concert
Patricia Corbett Theater
Downtown
Jonnie Lynn Jacobs-Percer, director.
Jonnie Lynn Jacobs-Percer, director.
TCT On Tour: Dr. Seuss's The Cat in the Hat
The Children's Theatre of Cincinnati
Uptown
TCT On Tour: Dr. Seuss's The Cat in the Hat
The Children's Theatre of Cincinnati
Uptown
Everyone's favorite cat comes to mischievous life in this theatrical adaptation of the Dr. Seuss classic. From the moment his tall, red-and-white-striped hat appears around the door, Sally and her brother know that The Cat in the Hat is the funniest, most mischievous cat that...
Everyone's favorite cat comes to mischievous life in this theatrical adaptation of the Dr. Seuss classic. From the moment his tall, red-and-white-striped hat appears around the door, Sally and her brother know that The Cat in the Hat is the funniest, most mischievous cat that...
The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Show
The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show
South
The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Show
The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show
South
Murder mystery dinner theater, 4-course meal and prize package for top sleuth.
Murder mystery dinner theater, 4-course meal and prize package for top sleuth.
Theatrical Improv Comedy
Clifton Performance Theatre
North
Theatrical Improv Comedy
Clifton Performance Theatre
North
Each group performs improvised piece based off of suggestion. Each show is unique. Check website for most accurate info on venue and lineup.
Each group performs improvised piece based off of suggestion. Each show is unique. Check website for most accurate info on venue and lineup.
