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Review: DANCING WITH THE STARS: LIVE! 2025 TOUR at The Andrew J Brady Music Center
by Ana-Brit Asplen - February 21, 2025


The event on February 19th completely sold out The Andrew J Brady Music Center, filling the auditorium with adoring fans who have flocked to see their favorite dancers in person. At this performance, the tour succeeded in its display of stellar designs, dynamic talents, and a wide range of acts.

Ensemble Theatre Hosts 2025 Playwriting Competition
by Stephi Wild - February 19, 2025


Tristate-area playwrights, it’s your time to shine! Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati hosts the seventh annual PLAY/write: The Jackie Demaline Regional Collegiate Playwriting Competition, held in memory of writer, critic, and arts advocate, Jackie Demaline.

Student Blog: What College Looks Like as an Ex-Performer
by Student Blogger: Annabelle Dilts - February 17, 2025


I'm a performer of 15+ years turned journalism major, and I love it. Come and hear about my journey: from LaDuca's to the limelight, and everything in between.

Cincinnati Opera Receives Anonymous Gift In Support Of Opera Fusion: New Works
by Stephi Wild - February 13, 2025


Cincinnati Opera has announced a donation in support of Opera Fusion: New Works (OF:NW), its joint creative venture with the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (CCM).

International Thespian Festival To Present Eight Schools On The ITF 2025 Main Stage
by A.A. Cristi - February 06, 2025


Eight schools have been selected to perform on the Main Stage at the 2025 International Thespian Festival held June 22-27 at Indiana University in Bloomington and produced by the Educational Theatre Association (EdTA).

Review: SEUSSICAL at The Carnegie
by Ana-Brit Asplen - February 06, 2025


The Carnegie and CCM bring together an exceptional cast and creative team to demonstrate a unique interpretation of Seussical, focusing heavily on the importance of imagination, storytelling, and unconventional thinking.

PAUL ROBESON and THE DOUGLASS-LINCOLN DEBATES Come to Harriet Tubman Theater
by Stephi Wild - February 03, 2025


A rare theatrical double bill will feature three performances of Paul Robeson and The Douglass-Lincoln Debates by Douglas D. Miron. Learn more about the upcoming performances here!

HELL'S KITCHEN, THE NOTEBOOK And More Announced For Broadway In Cincinnati's 2025/26 Season
by A.A. Cristi - January 30, 2025


First Financial Bank Broadway in Cincinnati will present a highly-anticipated season lineup of shows starting with screen-to-stage success Back To The Future: The Musical, the revolutionary 2016 Tony Award Winner for Best Musical Hamilton, and more.

A CASE FOR THE EXISTENCE OF GOD Begins In February At Know Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - January 24, 2025


A CASE FOR THE EXISTENCE OF GOD begins in February at Know Theatre. From the writer of the Academy Award-winning film, The Whale, comes a humorous and wrenching tale about land, fatherhood, and the sacrifices we make for our children.

THE CAT IN THE HAT To Be Presented At The Children's Theatre of Cincinnati In February
by A.A. Cristi - January 17, 2025


The third show in The Children's Theatre of Cincinnati 24-25 Farewell MainStage Season at the Taft Theatre is Dr. Seuss's The Cat in the Hat February 15-24, 2025. 

I NEED THAT Comes to Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati
by Stephi Wild - January 16, 2025


Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati will kick off the new year with the regional premiere comedy I Need That, by award-winning playwright Theresa Rebeck. Learn more here!

Daniel Payne to Star in CHURCHILL at the Aronoff Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 14, 2025


Acclaimed actor Daniel Payne will star in Churchill at the Aronoff Center’s intimate Jarson-Kaplan Theater for three performances only in March. Learn more about the upcoming performances and see how to purchase tickets.

Winners Announced For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Cincinnati Awards
by BWW Awards - January 13, 2025


Winners have been announced for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Cincinnati Awards! The 2024 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2023 through September 30, 2024.

UC College-Conservatory of Music to Host MOVEABLE FEAST Gala Fundraiser
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 08, 2025


UC College-Conservatory of Music will host its Moveable Feast fundraising gala live and in-person. Moveable Feast 2025: A Tempo generates essential support for the next generation of performing and media artists at CCM. Learn how to attend.

SEUSSICAL Opens At The Carnegie January 31
by A.A. Cristi - January 06, 2025


The Carnegie and University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (CCM) are joining forces this  winter for a wildly imaginative, all-new production of SEUSSICAL.

Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Cincinnati Awards; THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW at The Carnegie Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - December 27, 2024


This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Cincinnati Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Cincinnati Awards; The Carnegie Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - December 23, 2024


This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Cincinnati Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Cincinnati Awards; THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW at The Carnegie Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - December 16, 2024


Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Cincinnati Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Review: HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS at the Aronoff Center
by Ana-Brit Asplen - December 13, 2024


With its spectacular design elements and a talented, lively cast, How the Grinch Stole Christmas is a great outing for any family looking to celebrate some holiday spirit, or really anyone who appreciates the classic story by Dr. Seuss.

Cincinnati Opera and CCM Will Host Free, Public Preview of LALOVAVI
by Stephi Wild - December 12, 2024


Cincinnati Opera and the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (CCM) invite the public to a free preview of Lalovavi, a new opera by composer Kevin Day and librettist Tifara Brown.

Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Cincinnati Awards
by BWW Awards - December 09, 2024


Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Cincinnati Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

NARUTO THE SYMPHONIC is Coming to the Aronoff Center in March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 03, 2024


NARUTO The Symphonic Experience will visit more than sixty cities on its first North American tour, including a stop at the Aronoff Center’s Procter & Gamble Hall. Learn how to purchase tickets.

First Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Cincinnati Awards
by BWW Awards - December 02, 2024


Check out the first stats for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Cincinnati Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Voting Open for the Top 10 of Next On Stage: Season 5
by Team BWW - December 02, 2024


The second round of voting begins December 2 and ends at 11:59pm ET on Wednesday, December 4. The Top next results show (announcing the Top 15 finalists in both age categories) will air on Friday, December 6 at 7pm and 9pm.

Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra President & CEO Jonathan Martin to Retire
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 22, 2024


The Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra President and CEO Jonathan Martin plans to retire on February 16, 2025, following a seven-year tenure helming the organization. Learn more.


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