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By Sheldon Polonsky, on June 12th, 2013 The League of Cincinnati Theatres selected 5 outstanding shows and “LCT Must See” plays from the 10th Anniversary of the Cincinnati Fringe Festival.
The MamLuft Dance Company from Cincinnati was awarded the “Best Design Concept” for Maps, a powerful multimedia movement presentation. “Best Audience Involvement” went to A Killing Game, presented by the Dog & Pony Company from Washington, DC. Ain’t True and Uncle False, presented by Paul Strickland of Indianapolis, got the nod for best Solo Presentation. Lolita: A Three Man Show, presented by Four Humours Theatre, Minneapolis, won the Best Ensemble Category. LCT Best Overall was presented to Petunia and Chicken from Animal Engine of NYC.
Local productions labeled as “LCT Must See” were Choose Your Own Adventure(Pones, Inc., Cincinnati), The Bubble (North American New Opera Workshop) andThe Wave, by Ron Jones (Unity Productions, Cincinnati).
Additional “LCT Must See” labels went to: Poe and Matthews: A Misadventure in the Middle of Nowhere (Grumble Productions, LA), The Elephant in My Closet(Keeping Watch, NYC), BUTCHER HOLLER HERE WE COME (Aztec Economy, Brooklyn, NY), Dirk Darrow: NCSSI (Tim Motley, Melbourne, Australia), Questions of the Heart: Gay Mormons and the Search for Identity (Ben Abbott, Bloomington, IN), and Loon (Wonderheads, Portland, OR).
By Sheldon Polonsky, on June 8th, 2013  Matt Dentino and David Bogenschutz Panelists for the League of Cincinnati Theatres (LCT) have recognized Falcon Theatre‘s production of Duck Hunter Shoots Angel with 2 LCT nominations, for director (Ted Weil) and group performance (Matt Dentino/David Bogenschutz) as well as distinguishing it as a recommended production.
Recently off some very successful runs across the country, Duck Hunter Shoots Angel is a big comedy with a huge heart. Written by Mitch Albom, author ofTuesday’s With Morrie, Duck Hunter is about two bumbling Alabama duck hunters who think they’ve shot an angel instead. The story finds its way to the offices of a New York tabloid newspaper and the comedy blossoms from there. Hailed as “an outrageous comedy with a heartfelt message,” Duck Hunter Shoots Angel is written with crisp, captivating dialog that will both entertain and move audiences.
Panelists praised Ted Weil’s “seamless direction”: “He directed this play fluidly and the pace was sharp.” Matt Dentino and David Bogenschutz, as the brothers Duane and Dewell, had a “pitch perfect” performance. “They played off each other very well and their performances felt authentic.” Overall, the show was “laugh out loud funny, wacky with some nice twists and touching revelations in the end…understated and effortless.”
Duck Hunter Shoots Angel continues through June 15th. Tickets can be purchased at www.falcontheater.net.
Final LCT awards will be determined at the end of the 2014 season and announced at the LCT gala in the spring
By Sheldon Polonsky, on May 30th, 2013  Charlie Meredith, John Battagliese, Thomas Knapp and Tyler Huckstep in “Forever Plaid” Panelists for the League of Cincinnati Theatres (LCT) have recognized Showboat Majestic’s Forever Plaid as a recommended production.
This deliciously goofy revue centers on four young, eager male singers killed in a car crash in the 1950′s on the way to their first big concert, and now miraculously revived for the posthumous chance to fulfill their dreams and perform the show that never was. Singing in the closest of harmony, squabbling boyishly over the smallest intonations and executing their charmingly outlandish choreography with over-zealous precision, the “Plaids” are a guaranteed smash, with a program of beloved songs and delightful patter that keeps audiences rolling in the aisles when they’re not humming along to some of the great nostalgic pop hits of the 1950′s.
Panelists praised the production as “a joy from start to finish with lots of laughs”; “the cast of four CCM students have professional-sounding voices, plus the spirit, charisma and sincerity of college students giving it their all.”
Forever Plaid continues through June 2nd. Tickets can be purchased at http://www.cincinnatilandmarkproductions.com/sbm.
Final LCT awards will be determined at the end of the season and announced at the LCT gala in the spring.
By Sheldon Polonsky, on May 30th, 2013  Dale Hodges in Krisit Panelists for the League of Cincinnati Theatres (LCT) have recognized the Clifton Players’ production of Krisit with two LCT nominations for Lead Actress (Dale Hodges) and Lead Actor (Kevin Crowley) as well as distinguishing it as a recommended production.
The legendary, reclusive Krisit is in her 70s, way too over the hill to be a movie starlet; Peter is in his 50s, way too over the hill to be a young movie director; Lulu is in her 30s, almost too over the hill to be on the list of most influential under the age of 35. How can they face the world? How can they make a deal? How can they all fit into the same bathtub?
Panelists praised Dale Hodge’s portrayal of Krisit as “exquisite…fearless, fresh, and layered”; “a stellar performance”. Kevin Crowley was “spontaneous, hilarious and spot on in the role of Peter.” The show as a whole was “a funny, well crafted and intelligent play” with “inventive staging” and “hilarious costumes”.
Krisit continues through June 2nd. Tickets can be purchased at http://cliftonperformancetheatre.com.
Final LCT awards will be determined at the end of the season and announced at the LCT gala in the spring.
By Sheldon Polonsky, on May 21st, 2013 Four local young talents have been awarded Rising Stars from the League of Cincinnati Theatres, as announced at the LCT Awards Gala May 20th.
Rising Stars must be under 25 years of age and are nominated for a body of work. Dr. Sandy Osher is the Honorary Chair of the panel which annual reviews applications and nominations from the local universities and theatres.
ELLIE JAMISON an actor from CCM Drama Department, who has been seen recently at CCM as Titania in Midsummer, among other performances. She has appeared in the film The World’s Greatest Dad and has completed training at the famed Neighborhood Playhouse in NYC. She’s also a certified stage combatant in unarmed plus sword and dagger.
DREW BLAKEMAN has been a strong component at NKU musical theatre, appearing in My Favorite Year and To Kill a Mockingbird. He has also been involved with the Cincinnati Children’s Theatre.
JON KOVACH recently finished his Theatre degree at Miami University. He has worked with many local companies including The Carnegie (PUMP BOYS AND DINETTES and THE SECRET GARDEN), Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati, Madcap Puppets, The Covedale, Ensemble Theatre, The Clifton Players and Know Theatre and the as well as The Human Race Theatre Company and Pioneer Playhouse. Jon has also been nominated for three League of Cincinnati Theatres Awards, and is the founding Artistic Director of Unity Productions.
SYDNEY KUHLMAN graduated from Ohio Northern University with a dual BFA in International Theatre Production and Musical Theater, and is a Management Intern at Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park. Mike Haney, Playhouse in the Park, says “She is a terrific and accomplished young lady” At Ohio Northern she was a soloist, dance captain and voted best stage manager twice. She spent the summer of 2009 abroad in New Zealand at the National Academy for Singing and Dramatic Art. She’s also Stage Managed “For: Four Choreographers for the Advancement of Dance Art” at Stage 773 in Chicago. She was recently a Stage Management Intern at Cincinnati Opera in the summer or 2012.
Each winner receives $1000 to start them on their career. This program has been funded by Pepsico, coordinated by Rick Gill. The LCT and Pepsico/Fritolay sponsored a ticket giveaway in local Walmart Stores last year. Also supporting the Rising Stars is local resident Larry Weber.
By Sheldon Polonsky, on May 21st, 2013  Josh Steele and Sherry McCamley hosting the 2013 LCT Awards The League of Cincinnati Theatres (LCT) held its annual awards ceremony and gala on Monday, May 20th at the Know Theatre, where they announced the winners of this year’s awards for Excellence in Theatre.
The Know Theatre’s production of When the Rain Stops Falling dominated the play categories, winning a total of 7 awards including Outstanding Play, Director (Brian Isaac Phillips), Ensemble Performance, and Featured actor and actress (Kate Wilford and George Alexander), as well as Sound Design (Doug Borntrager) and Scenic and Lighting Design (both by Andrew Hungerford).
Michael Evan Haney was presented the Rick Steiner Award for Excellence for his Directing work in Cincinnati as he celebrates his 40th year in professional theatre.
In a new award for outstanding Audience Service, Sue Bolger won for her exceptional work as Box Office Manager at NKU.
See all the winners and finalists here:
Awards Page
By Sheldon Polonsky, on May 8th, 2013  Panelists for the League of Cincinnati Theatres (LCT) have recognized Ensemble Theatre of Cincinnati’s Marvelous Wonderettes: Caps and Gowns with two LCT nominations for Ensemble Acting in a Musical and Musical Direction (Scot Wooley), as well as distinguishing it as a recommended production.
Marvelous Wonderettes: Caps & Gowns takes you to the Springfield High School graduation where we reunite with the Wonderettes, four girls with hopes and dreams as big as their crinoline skirts! As we learn about their lives and loves, and take a peek into their futures, we are treated to the girls performing classic ‘50s and ‘60s songs such as “River Deep, Mountain High,” “Dedicated To The One I Love,” “Rockin’ Robin” and over 20 other classic hits!
Panelists praised the ensemble for “ a ‘marvelous’ job” and their l’excellent singing”
Scot Wooley, musical director was nominated for his contribution to the “sparkling vocals” and the variety he introduced into the numbers. Overall panellists called the show “charming, energetic, funny and delightful”.
The Marvelous Wonderettes: Caps and Gowns continues through June 1st. Tickets can be purchased at www.ensemblecincinnati.org.
LCT Award Winners will be announced at the annual LCT Awards Gala, to be held Monday, May 20th at the Know Theatre. Tickets may be obtained by calling the Know Theatre Box Office, 513-300-5669.
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