Panelists for the League of Cincinnati Theatres (LCT) have recognized Ensemble Theatre of Cincinnati“™s Alice in Wonderland with four LCT nominations for set design (Brian C. Mehring), Props (Shannon Rae Lutz), and featured actresses in a musical (Deb G. Girdler and Sarah Mackie) as well as distinguishing it as a recommended production.
Alice in Wonderland is a magical musical retelling of Lewis Carroll“™s classic story. This sassy version is the toe-tapping tale of a lost girl, a cool cat, a wild hare, and the original “œdancing queen.“ The Queen of Hearts is back to dish up her special recipe for justice and all of Wonderland awaits Alice“™s trial.
Panelists praised Deb G. Girdler“™s performance as the Queen of Hearts; she was “œa major anchor in this show and did an excellent job. She was imperious and ferocious and simultaneously, a King as well as a Queen.“ Sarah Mackie“™s Cheshire Cat showed “œover-the-top characterization and overall style.“ Brian C. Mehring“™s set was “œvisually stunning“¦Creative staging gave the story a vibrant and smart play space.“ Finally, Shannon Rae Lutz“™s props were “œunique and clever“¦the detail and love she showed was commendable.“ The entire production was “œholiday fun fare for the family. You just sit and wonder as Wonderland washes over you – nonstop singing and dancing“ with “œdazzling, outlandish characters“.
Alice in Wonderland continues through December 30th. Tickets can be purchased at www.ensemblecincinnati.org.
